Co-op City Times 03/19/2022 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 57 No. 12

Saturday, March 19, 2022

Riverbay Secures HUD Commitment and Locks in Interest Rate for Refi Ahead of Dramatically Rising Interest Rates BY ROZAAN BOONE

On Friday, March 11, 2022, having secured a commitment from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Riverbay Corporation moved swiftly to lock in a 3.08% interest rate as it pursues a new $621.5M

interest rates had climbed to 4.16%, the highest they have been since 2019, Freddie Mac reported. Bankers and investors expect rates to continue rising due to uncertainty about Federal Reserve policies and the war in Ukraine. By comparison, just last week, mortgage interest rates averaged 3.85%, and at the start of 2022, 3.22%. Riverbay General Counsel Jeff Buss, who has been working with Wells Fargo, Riverbay Board and Management, HUD, the state and city of New ment, said: “Since last week, we have entered into a Rate Lock agreement fore the end of April. We have also obtained the approval and consent of SONYMA and NYCHDC, and a verbal approval from HCR.” Credit support for the loan from the Mortgage Insurance Fund of the State of New York Mortgage Agency (MIF/SONYMA) and New York City’s Housing ment with SONYMA providing $55M, and HDC, $15M, for a total of $70M in top loss mortgage insurance coverage. The interest rate lock comes on the heels of the Riverbay Board’s emergency meeting last Wednesday, March 9, to discuss and vote on Emergency Resolution 22-09 to authorize Riverbay Corporation to enter into a binding loan commitment, to lock in a rate not to exceed 3.1%, to pay the Rate Lock Fee of $3,107,500 from Riverbay’s Reserves, and to encumber corporate property to secure a $621,500,000 mortgage loan from Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. The meeting was held the day after Riverbay received HUD approval of (Continued on page 4)

Truman Beacon Community Center Opens BY BRANDON ORTIZ

The Truman Beacon Community Center opened this week providing enriching activities for the local community. Not only will the new space offer a free after school program for high school

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Bernard Cylich New York State Department of Transportation is plunging full steam ahead, constructing that Hutchinson River Parkway North “death ramp” onto Bartow Avenue “Killer Curve.” One of the barriers between Bartow Avenue and Einstein Loop. After several years of aggressive campaigning led by then-Bronx Borough President Robert Abrams, the City of New York erected median barriers in 1975 on Hutchinson River Parkway East between Bartow Avenue and Einstein Loop. Ever since then, it has prevented fatal head-on collisions on that “killer curve.” Have the folks in Albany lost their minds? Cooperators: Call Governor Kathy Hochul; demand she STOP the “Killer Curve” Ramp; 518-474-8390. Call Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson: Ask her to demand DOT stop that “Killer Curve” ramp; (718) 590-3557. (Continued on page 2)

Board President Writes Gov. Hochul & Bronx BP Gibson to Help Stop Hutch North Exit Ramp This week, Riverbay Board President Bernard Cylich wrote to both NYS Governor Kathy Hochul and Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson to request their assistance to stop construction of the Hutchinson River Parkway north exit ramp into Co-op City’s Section 5 at Bartow Avenue. (See page 6 for the full letter dispatched to Gov. Hochul. A similar letter was addressed to BP Gibson.)

Rep. Bowman Celebrates Passage of Appropriations FY 2022 Bill and $5.4M for NY-16 Projects Riverbay Fund to Receive $500,000 to Promote Green Space Access & Waterfront Resilience Congressman Jamaal Bowman, Ed.D. (NY-16) celebrated the US House passage of more than $5.4M in funding requests for NY-16 as part of the Appropriations FY 2022 bill which includes $500,000 to the Riverbay Fund to improve green space access and promote waterfront resiliency. Last week, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 was passed by the US House of Representatives by a vote of 361-69, and the US Senate, 68-31. On Wednesday, March 15, President Joe Biden signed the $1.5 trillion spending bill. “Delivering resources to our communities and helping to meet the needs of our neighbors has been my number one priority, and I am thrilled to have secured over $5 million in new federal funding to reach people where they are and improve our district,” said Congressman Jamaal Bowman, Ed.D. (NY-16). “We had the incredible opportunity to listen to our neighbors and work to make did that by collaborating with hundreds of our community members through-

State Senator Jamaal Bailey, City Councilman Kevin Riley and Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison commemorate the opening of the Truman Beacon Community Center with program directors on Thursday. Photo by Brandon Ortiz

students, but other free activities include: organized sports, ESL classes, GED education classes for adults, computer literacy classes, summer school options for all grades, holiday break camps and fun family events. (Continued on page 2)

more resources into millions of tangible dollars that will help transform NY-16. Through continued partnership and engagement, we look forward to bringing even more new funding and resources into the district for our collective wellbeing, growth, and empowerment.” Immediately after his election to Congress, Rep. Bowman conducted a series of constituent outreach efforts to hear directly from community members about Among the Co-op City representatives Congressman Bowman and his staff (Continued on page 6)

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A Collective Sigh of Relief At 2 o’clock on Friday afternoon, March 11, a collective sigh of relief and joyous victory shouts could be heard across Riverbay/Wells Fargo conference calls. Erick Navarro, the managing director of Wells Fargo, our lender, had just announced that our $621,500,000 mortgage bonds had been secured and locked in at 3.08%. What does it all mean? Why all the fuss? The Budget Quandary While struggling with our two-year budget a year ago, we faced a quandary. For the budget, we had nailed down funding for the $74M capital projects such as Local Law 11 work; replacing 160 elevators; upgrading ADA-accessible front reserves held by Wells Fargo; our operating reserve surplus, skillfully secured by our Management; equity fee increases; garage fees increases and a 2% carrying charge increase. However, looming in the shadows were scores of unfunded, costly capital We had nearly exhausted the surplus from our operating budget, especially while those capital projects. Nor could Riverbay expect a dime of revenue from city, state, or federal coffers, even though we, as cooperators, collectively and as a the three levels of government millions by self-funding our public safety and cooperator services, and fund mandatory capital projects, Management projected that the Board would be required to implement double-digit carrying charge increases for the foreseeable future. an alternative solution.

A Novel Proposal As we faced that quandary, we considered a novel proposal made by Bob Klehammer, our executive general manager. He suggested we apply to the federal nance our current, 2012 mortgage. Having paid off nine years of the principal on our enough money left for capital projects without tapping into our operating budget. Because the cost of servicing the debt would remain the same, we would not need to burden cooperators with additional charges. It would be a win-win solution. The Board gave Bob our full endorsement to engage HUD and Wells Fargo. Sure enough, neither Wells Fargo nor HUD brushed aside our proposal. In fact, during a spring 2021 press conference in Bartow Mall, Senator Chuck Schumer, at the urging of our then-recently elected Congressional representative, Jamaal Bowman, pressed HUD to approve our request. A Potential Uncontrolled Hitch

that, while not guaranteed, would at least be secure. By last fall, however, the Biden administration and the Federal Reserve chair, trend. Such actions would potentially place a hold on our efforts. By December 2021, when the Board authorized Wells Fargo to submit an application to HUD on our behalf for a new mortgage loan guarantee, the interest rates were staying put. For the next two months, as HUD proceeded to process our application, we nervously watched the interest rates. Fortunately, by the time HUD announced its approval of our application on March 8—barely one week ago—the rates were still holding steady. As soon as the approval came through, the Wells Fargo folks, together with our legal counsel Jeff Buss and HUD, began feverishly hammering together a binding loan commitment offer to Riverbay for a 35 year, $621,500,000 with a rate not to exceed 3.1%. By Wednesday evening, March 9, the Board had acted on the necessary emergency resolution. Although the interest rate was slightly higher than the one in 2012, the difference would have no impact on cooperators’ carrying charges. The Board approved the offer and agreed to pay a rate lock fee of $3.1M, by a vote of 13 to 1, with one absence. A major piece of the puzzle still had to be slotted in before the Wells FargoA Moment Not Too Soon On Friday, March 11, at 2 p.m., Eric Navarro, our lender’s managing director, rate. If he could not secure the bonds at 3.1% or less, I, as President of Riverbay Corporation, would have no authority to approve the deal, all bets would be off, and we would have to go back to the Board for further instructions. Fortunately, Navarro was able to accomplish his mission by securing $621,500,000 bonds at 3.08%. And thus the collective sigh of relief and victory cheers! In fact, the mission was completed none too soon. Because by Monday morning, those rates jumped. importance to cooperators, there will be no need for major carrying increases to fund capital work. It is a win-win deal for all cooperators.

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rate on the new package? Wells Fargo folks led us to believe, based on the going low interest rates across the country last summer, that they could provide a rate

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Hours for the high school after school program are from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., Monday to Friday. Bringing the new Beacon program to Truman High School was a collaborative effort between the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Truman High School and Good Shepherd Services. Parents interested in signing up their child can get an application for the program in-person at Truman High School, by going online to discoverdycd.dycdconnect.nyc/home, or calling (212) 243-7070. Enrollment in the program is currently open. “Everybody in Co-op City deserves an opportunity to be able to thrive after school. After school programs are incredibly critical to the development of our youth. It’s bigger than just the education you get from your school. It is about forming those lifetime bonds that you can form on the basketball court or in an afterschool class, or just simply having a conversation about life after school,” State Senator Jamaal Bailey said at the opening of the Truman Beacon Community Center held on Thursday, March 17. “In addition to providing programming, Good Shepherd Services has an offshoot, B.R.A.G., Bronx Rising Against Gun violence, and they provide incredible messenger services – violence interrupters; and they do an amazing job in our community,” Senator Bailey went on to say. The Truman Beacon Community Center will serve food daily for program participants. Beacon programs transform their host school “into a resource for the whole community by offering an integrated range of programming tailored to local needs,” according to the DYCD website. In general, Beacon programs typically focus on a few key aspects of overall student development: academic enhancement,

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Co-op City Troop 1200 has booth sales today, March 19, noon-2 p.m. at Bartow and Dreiser Malls. Be sure to visit and support the Troop.

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SYEP Deadline The application deadline for the city’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is April 22, 2022. Young people between the ages of 14 to 24 are eligible to apply. Applicants must be a resident of legally allowed to work in the US. Internet access is required to participate in SYEP. Those who qualify should inform their provider if they do not have an internet connected device including a smart phone, iPad, or computer. For more information about SYEP, please contact NYC Community Connect at (800) 2464646. To complete an application online, visit www.nyc.gov/dycd.

Annual Income Affidavits Notice BY AVERIL JAMES-BONNETTE, Director, Finance Department

March Food Pantry Agatha House, Riverbay Corp., Councilmember Kevin Riley and HHC will distribute food, Covid at-home test kits and more on Thurs., March 24, at the Dreiser Mall, 12-4 p.m. Please bring a shopping cart, wear a mask and observe social distancing.

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

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

In cases where there are two shareholders of an apartment and if one

of the shareholders has permanently vacated the apartment, it is important that the remaining shareholder submit documentation to Riverbay Corporation as to where the vacating shareholder currently resides. Acceptable documentation could be: (1) Driver’s license with current address, (2) copy of the apartment lease, (3) utility bill with current address. If this documentation is not submitincomplete and a 50% surcharge will be assessed each month until the documentation is submitted. The shareholder will be liable for all surcharges assessed, no credits will be issued for surcharges already assessed.

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Happy Birthday, Aaliyah!

Hutchinson Boyd –– A Co-op Creative BY P.M. CAMPBELL

Living in Section 5, Hutchinson Boyd is the founder and CEO of “Black Maverick Comics” which he describes as a “fresh and unique publishing company.” The daring adventures of DC’s Batman and Robin ingraduating in 2020 with his honors from NYIT with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, he eventually returned to his D-Voyant: The Forgotten Hero Rises, he tackles aspects of autism and epilepsy which are rarely considered in mainstream media. Following a protagonist like Darren (known as D-Voyant), who copes with dire

Happy 14th birthday, Aaliyah Carter – The Quiet One. She speaks thoughtful and intelligent. Always moving forward. She is always ready to participate in any programs that the community and her church present. Each of her 14 years has brought new ideas and opportunities into her life which she is navigating exceptionally. We know as she enters high school, she is excited to experience the rewarding phase of her journey. We love you. ––Grandpa Ted & Grandma Dorothy, Mom, Amanda, Alyssa, Jay and Uncle Jermaine

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his disabilities, allows a lot of children who have never felt seen to take center stage in an exciting saga. Boyd maintains that D-Voyant gives a voice to those who are too often “undervalued, overlooked, and disregarded.” Artists of Co-op City, this is your chance to be featured in the Co-op City Times! February’s showcase was a great success in our presentation of the talent that our community holds. We will once again be collectiving pieces (Paintings. Poems. Photos.) from artists of all ages in the community for March’s artist presentation. Email some of your best work to PMcCoyCampbell@riverbaycorp. com with “Co-op Creatives” in the subject line. Along with your artwork, please send a picture of yourself, your section of Co-op, a short personal bio including your pronouns, and an explanation of your piece/pieces.

A note of thanks, Ms. Mary Pearson. I asked you to participate in the International Women’s Day Event (IWD) hosted by JASA, and it meant a great deal to me when you said, “It would be an honor to participate.” You made a strong impression when you arrived at the event with your keyboard and sharing your musical storytelling style of “Generations of Jazz Women in 1998” to “A Woman’s Touch: Celebrating a Century of Women’s Contributions to the Great American Songbook” – so much history was learned. It was fabulous! Thank you so much! Celebrating women’s achievements and increasing visibility, while calling out inequality, is key. ––Cynthia Dixon

In Search Of Peace Our destiny lies within the hands of our humanity

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Building 10 Association

What wicked weather we have had for the past few weeks. Remember, the atmosphere

Greetings, fellow cooperators. New Cooperators – Welcome, all new cooperators. We look forward to seeing you at the next general membership meeting. Compactor Room – All cooperators are reminded that boxes need to be broken down and recyclables need to be rinsed with water to reduce vermin before being placed in the compactor room. All other items must be taken down to the area near the Ash Cart room in the basement. Building 10 is our building, let us take care of it. Laundry Room Etiquette: Please refrain from using the carts, benches, and tables for dirty laundry. And please remove your laundry from the dryers and washers promptly at the completion of the cycle so others can use them. Vermin – If you see any evidence of vermin, i.e., roaches, mice etc., please contact the Call Center so they can schedule the exterminator. Suicide Prevention – If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in emotional distress, the number to call for help in NYC is 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355). The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline number is 1-800-273-8255. If You See Something, Say Something – For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311. Questions, Comments and Suggestions – You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook: “Building 10 “ABC” Association.” Like our page and

Or will evil forces of a negative consciousness

ing 10. Deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Luis Carattini, who was a long-time cooperator of Building 10C. Mr. Carattini will be missed. We would like to wish all who are born in March an incredibly 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

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of warmth followed by a dip in temperature, which is what we have been experiencing. The month of March through the beginning April is when strong low pressure systems move through the central and eastern states bringing warm air to the north of the country. Towards the end of April is when the weather will stabilize and bring warmer and wetter weather so that Mother Nature can nurture the earth and bring about new life to trees, grass, animals, etc. So, just as we expect summer to be hot, winter to be cold; expect spring and fall to be unsettled. We continue to encourage neighbors to attend their building meetings to get to know other neighbors and get information. We wish all neighbors born in March a happy birthday. For those of you who are under the weather, we hope you get better soon and although restrictions are being lifted regarding Covid-19, you are reminded to observe signs in places that restrictions have not been lifted. We continue to extend our deepest sympathies to families who have lost loved ones to the pandemic. Our next virtual building association meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 19, at 7:30 p.m. Look out for detailed log-in or call-in information notices posted near elevators as we get closer to the meeting date. Remember, residents of Building 25 can always address any comments or concerns by logging onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com. If anyone has problems accessing the building email address, please let us know. We will close with the following in observance of Woman’s History Month: “Know what sparks the light in you so that you, in your own way, can illuminate the world.” –Oprah Winfrey ––Wanda Bailey

For peace on earth to reign

Persist and prevail to the end

We’re here to make a sacred connection A bond for us to share And learn the lessons In this earth school experience To live, to love, and to care

One day we will return to our essence No longer of human form But what did we give From our purpose for living When all is said and done

The power of love That binds the whole universe Can reverse all wrong to right

To challenging our destiny For we’re all on the path to light

––Naomi Simpson

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Public Safety Report

CCPD March Scam of the Month – Covid-19 2-year Anniversary Precautions and Telephone Scams BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

The month of March 2022 marks the two-year anniversary of the Covid-19 Pandemic. During the past two years, we have seen changes to many aspects of everyday life. With vaccines widely available, Covid-19 positivity rates and hospitalizations are decreasing. Getting a vaccine is a helpful step in avoiding the spread of Covid-19. Mask wearing, social distancing and washing your hands frequently are still steps everyone should continue to follow. Now is not the time to let your guard down. The federal mask mandate for public transportation has been extended until April 18, 2022. Being aware of potential scams pertaining to Covid-19 will help keep readers safe from the additional threat created by Covid-19. Electronic scammers are a ruthless bunch of individuals who are willing to try to use any emergency as an opportunity to take advantage of unsuspecting victims. The Covid-19 pandemic is no exception. Nationwide and locally, there have been numerous reports of people falling victim to scams. Fortunately, some smart consumers are noticing that something is not right, refuse to fall victim and report the incident so others can be alert. I hope that Covid-19 and Covid-related telephone scams will be something we can look back on in the coming years. One of the worst Covid-19 scams was the “relative in distress” scam. People have received calls from scammers stating that a relative has Covid-19 and needs a respirator but their insurance has expired. The scammer goes on to say, if you pay the monthly premium, they can proceed with the necessary medical care. Never believe a scammer like this under any circumstances. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety receives updates from various agencies regarding trends in scams. Scam artists are a very clever group of people. They take their knowledge of human nature and combine it with current information in an attempt to find new victims. Recent studies have shown that certain types of scams, especially internet scams, increase every year. By being aware of potential scams, readers can reduce their chance of becoming a victim. Do not purchase any items from websites claiming to have identification cards exempting the bearer from wearing a mask. Fake vaccination cards also should not be purchased online or elsewhere. If you have a condition which prevents the wearing of a mask, it is even more important to stay at least six feet away from people, consider getting a vaccination with a booster shot and avoid situations where this is not possible. The ADA is a resource for persons with disabilities and has an informative website, www.ada.gov, for up-to-date ADA information. For more information and technical assistance about the ADA, contact the ADA

Public Safety Blotter March 6 – March 12, 2022

March 06 In last week’s Blotter, a shareholder had reported that his vehicle was stolen from Garage 5. During the investigation by CCPD Detective squad, it became obvious that the cooperator had in fact removed the vehicle from the garage and it was not stolen. 2400 Hunter Ave. While on routine patrol, CCPD Patrol Officers encountered a fire in the compactor room. FDNY responded and extinguished the fire. The basement sustained minor water damage which was cleaned by Riverbay Maintenance department. 100 Alcott Place A cooperator reported items missing from within her apartment with no signs of damage to the apartment door. March 07 – 2035 Bartow Ave. A non-resident reports that upon returning to his parked vehicle, he observed his catalytic converter was removed by an unknown person. CCPD and NYPD were notified and are investigating. 140 Bellamy Loop A cooperator reported an assault with injuries by their spouse who fled the scene. CCPD and NYPD were notified and are investigating. 100 Casals Place A cooperator reported an unknown person removed his clothes from the washer and dryer without

his permission. March 10 – 99 Einstein Loop A cooperator reported an unknown person scratched the rear of his vehicle while parked in the garage. 140 Elgar Place A cooperator reported graffiti markings on the window of her vehicle by an unknown person. The cooperator was advised to also notify NYPD. 140 DeKruif Place A cooperator reported a package was removed from in front of her apartment by an unknown individual. The merchant confirmed delivery. March 11 – 177 Dreiser Loop While on routine patrol, CCPD observed a glass door cracked but intact. Maintenance was notified for repair. 100 Carver Loop CCPD responded to a fire at the above location. CCPD Detective Squad was present on scene along with FDNY who extinguished the fire. Champion Elevator Company was present and shut down the elevator. Red Cross was present on scene and secured accommodations for the shareholder and his family with Maintenance providing clean up and Con Ed capping off the gas line. March 12 – 120 Aldrich Street CCPD Emergency Service responded to a call for an elderly female in distress. The female was lifted up off the floor and refused any further medical attention.

Information Line at 800-514-0301 (voice) and 800-514-0383 (TTY). Never give anyone personal information such as bank account numbers, PIN numbers, date of birth or Social Security number. Never wire money or send a Green Dot card to anyone you do not know or have only met through a dating website. Never send money for plane tickets, bail money, medicine for a sick family member or any other reason to anyone you do not know well. Be also leery of fake websites offering to give you something for nothing. Always be sure to enter a website address directly into your browser, never click on a link from an email. Sometimes, one letter off can take you to a fake website. Some people may read about these scams and wonder how anyone could possibly fall for them. Scam artists are very persistent; they blanket a large number of potential victims until they find their prey. The internet has made it extremely easy for scam artists to target millions of potential victims with a single touch of a button. Telephone or regular mail scam artists work a little harder but do eventually find their victim. Bold scammers may even approach their potential victim in person at their door or in a public place. Scammers will sometimes notice a series of telephone numbers in which a large group of older persons reside and send out multiple calls until they catch a victim. Co-op City is known as a NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community). As such, it can be a target for some types of scams. There are a variety of different scenarios used in this type of scam stating that a family member is in danger unless they wire money to specified person. In most cases, the scammer does not even know who the victim or their family members are. Wiring money to someone you do not know is almost never a good idea. If something seems out of order, notify authorities. Scammers may target groups in a geographical population once they find a demographic that fits their scam. Caller identification can also be manipulated to seem like the caller is local or from a valid entity. Let us show scammers that 718 area code with 379, 320, 671 and 862 exchanges will not fall for their scams. We are Co-op City Smart. If you fall victim to a scam, notify the New York State Attorney General at 1 (800) 771-7755 or www.oag.state.ny.us/ and the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-382-4357 or www.ftc.gov/. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has set up an Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) specifically for the purpose of reporting internet crimes. Their website is www.ic3.gov/. Auto related crime is spiking throughout New York City. Cooperators are reminded to never exit a vehicle that is running or has the key in the ignition. Keep all valuables out of sight when parked. If possible, park in well-lit and frequently traveled areas. Shareholders are also reminded that when they are the victim of a crime, even if the Department of Public Safety responds, you should also report the incident to the NYPD. The NYPD is the agency of record recognized by insurance companies and the FBI for national crime statistical purposes. Additionally, the personnel allocation plan used by the NYPD to assign officers to precincts takes into account the number and type of crime reported in each community. By reporting crime to the New York City Police Department, you help that agency by providing an accurate statistical base that may result in having additional officers assigned to our community.

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

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

Co-op City Times / March 19, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Michelle Marbury, Second Vice President

Respect what is Yours, Respect Each Other, Respect your Community Respect is what we all deserve: Why would you do this? Here is a story too often played out in the laundry rooms of Co-op City. Shareholder/ resident enters the laundry room to wash their clothes. To preface, at the current “Covid time,” they check for safety. During this shareholder’s time in there, a family of four (including a child) enters the now overcrowded laundry room with no masks on and all of the dryers with clothes. The entire family of four proceeds to leave the laundry room. The machines they have been using stop and they are nowhere to be found. Mind you, the laundry room is now over the safety capacity and people are lined up waiting for dryers for fear of starting and being involved in a negative confrontation. We are too Blessed to be Stressed There is nothing more to say here other than STOP THIS! Do what is right. You know it is not right to leave the laundry room and not come back in a timely fashion. You know it is not right to sit (with your dirty, worn clothes) on the tables where people need to use them to fold their “clean clothes.” You know that it is not right to treat others in a manner in which you would not like to be treated. We all have enough stress that we must live with that is for the most part, out of our control. So let’s use this one segment of life (i.e., the use of our laundry rooms) that we all need to get us through the days, this one “controllable segment of life” and do what is right. The Riverbay Elections: Resolution 21-05 Last year, the Board passed Resolution 21-05. In plain language, the resolution states that the Riverbay Corporation must, according to NY State Business Corporation Law, hold an election to elect a Board of Directors by a “one-third of the corporation” quorum. Guess who the “Riverbay Corporation

Quorum” is made up of? YOU, dear shareholder, you are the Riverbay Corporation. In my humble opinion, this is where we dropped the ball, so to speak. Each year, we hold elections, but we hold these elections and less and less shareholders take the time to turn in their ballots. It becomes a daunting task to reach the quorum and it costs “us,” the shareholders, unnecessary funding to abide by the state law. Why Don’t We Just Change The Law? Well, that would be the easy way out. But it would mean us “selling out” our power as shareholders. We should not become sell-out’s because something is hard to do. There is strength in numbers and our numbers are our strength. The problem here is that too many shareholders shun their responsibility. What must be understood is when you made the decision to live here, you bought into a corporation in which you are a partner. You are in partnership (i.e., business) with the other 15, 000 families and 55,000 residents. You elect the Board to run your business. Why? Because as a partner and shareholder, you get to say what happens on this property, but because 55,000 of us can’t be in a board room making decisions, you decide by your vote who runs your business. If you don’t have a Board, the corporation fails. That is something that should never happen. This is not a political election. This election is about the process of running a corporation and adhering to a business model that you agreed to when you moved in, having nothing to do with religious beliefs. A business model that allows you amenities that you’d be hard gas and electricity and countless others), all included in your monthly carrying charge. That is what you are protecting when you exercise your power as a shareholder and part business owner of the Riverbay

Caregivers Outreach Mentorship Empowerment Are you ready for a challenge? How much do you know about short-term memory? Are you ready to take on the challenge? Grab a pencil and paper and answer the questions below about how short-term memory impacts a person’s well-being. Remember, it is ok if you do not get everything correct. The purpose of this quiz is to test your knowledge and help you better understand the topic of short-term memory and its effects. 1. Many things other than aging, such as depression, can cause memory problems. True or False? 2. Good nutrition does not affect memory loss. True or False? 3. Exercise helps weight loss but does nothing for the mind and memory. True or False? 4. The difference between normal memory problems and dementia is that normal memory loss does not worsen over time. True or False? Below are the answers to each question. Test and see how well you did. For those who answered some questions incorrectly, let us look at a few informative facts about memory loss. Visit the following link: healthline.com/health/short-term-memoryloss, and learn more about short-memory, symptoms and coping. Answers: 1. True, 2. False, 3. False, 4. True. In the U.S., 1 in 9 adults over 45 report memory issues. Short-term memory loss, also known person’s inability to retain information in the short term or have trouble recalling information they just

received. Some symptoms of short-term memory loss include asking the same questions repeatedly, forgetting recent events, or forgetting something you saw or read recently. Several factors can contribute to short-term memory loss. For example, doctors have found that aging, dementia, brain tumors, certain medications, blood clots and depression are a few potential causes of short-term memory loss. Some causes of short-term memory loss can be progressive and eventually worsen over time, leading to long-term memory loss. Also, there is no cure, but treatments can help improve symptoms depending on the underlying cause that leads to short-term memory loss. It would be best if you always spoke with your doctor to discuss your concerns and possible treatment plans, even if you consider using natural remedies or over-the-counter products. Some potential treatments are cognitive therapy, switching medications, nutritional supplements, and radiation caused by brain tumors. Some home remedies can be used to treat symptoms of temporary memory loss, such as taking a B-12 supplement if has been found to help improve cognition. essary when treating short-term memory loss. For instance, one can incorporate lifestyle changes when dealing with memory loss: exercising, eating healthy, and even doing puzzles and activities to challenge your brain. Please feel free to contact us with any suggestions for the monthly quiz challenge at 718-379-3159 or info@comeoutreach.org. ––Diane Cooper

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Corporation. That is why Resolution 21-05 is an important resolution. Why We Still Wear Masks… We wear masks so that one day, we will lose no more souls to Covid-19… Will you please wear your mask? Especially in our common areas like the elevators and laundry rooms. To those who have lost loved ones, we give pause to their memory and pray for the strength of each family as you carry on for those who remain. Those who are lonely, please know that you are not alone. Thank you for reading my viewpoint. I can be reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com. Let’s all do our part! The Origins of Women’s History Month Women’s History Month is an annual declared month that highlights the contributions of women to events in history and contemporary society. Beginning in 1978 as “Women’s History Week” in Sonoma County, California, and championed by Gerda Lerner and the National Women’s History Alliance to be recognized as a national week and then month in the US, spreading internationally. We wish all of the great women of our community continued prosperity, now and always. In Closing, We Remember the People of Ukraine gering. We are witnessing one of the most devastating humanitarian crises in modern history. In 2015 Europe was 2.5 million people over two years. mostly being women and children. If you can help in any way, do what you can to aid the people affected by the horror of this situation. This is truly a humanitarian emergency. Pray for peace. Each one of us divided by all of us equals a force for good.

Building 27 Association Hello, neighbors. we hope all is well. We are glad to see our children in school. Let us hope that it will continue for the full term. With many voices, let us wait for the instructions from Riverbay Management on wearing masks for our community. In any case, let us all work together to stay safe and healthy. Women’s History Month – Women’s History tions women have made. From Abigail Adams to Susan B. Anthony, Sojourner Truth to Rosa Parks, the names of women stretch back to the founding of the United States of all ethnicities and creed. We salute all women. Our Community – Congratulations to all honorees volunteering their time and commitment to our lovely community. Thank you, Councilman Kevin Riley, for celebrating Black History Month and honoring the volunteers for their unwavering commitment to community service. Personally, I was unable to attend this grand event due to another commitment. We are grateful for so many activities available to us, especially seniors right in our own community – what a blessing. So let us keep hope alive, encouraging, and inspiring one another to be proactive as opposed to reactive. Passing on insight and motivation keeps our community clean, beautiful and always considerate about how we can help our neighbors. Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. We also offer our condolences to our Co-op City families who lost a loved one. Let us continue to pray for one another. Please contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 to share information of illness, someone deceased or in a nursing home. Let us continue to stay prayerful. A smile is always welcomed. Being kind, thoughtful and thankful makes life just a little easier. “There is no higher religion than human service. To work for the common good is the greatest creed.” –Woodrow T. Wilson ––H. Overman

Co-op City Times / March 19, 2022

Building 29 Association

National Council of Negro Women

Dear cooperators, Spring is on the way, although the weather does not always seem to agree! Not too much happening in our association at the moment, but here are a few important things. Our condolences to Novella Thomas, whose mother, Ellen Burton, recently passed at the amazing age of 100. May she be blessed! Our next Book Club meeting will still be through Zoom and is on Friday, March 25, at 7 p.m. The book is “Nickeled and Dimed,” a fascinating insight into the lives of the working poor. All are welcome. Finally, we must start protesting against this unwanted DOT Ramp project (DOT X73127). Here is what is in store for us Section 5 residents, if we cannot stop it. 1) Increased air pollution (they never did a study on this). This could be especially bad for the elderly, children and anyone with asthma. 2) Possible disruption of our underground utilities. This would affect our water and electricity. 3) Increased noise of cars coming off the parkway. cidents if they remove the barriers as indicated.

NCNW National – Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson was nominated by President Joseph Biden to be Associate Justice of the U. S. Supreme Court. If the U. S.

6) Disruption of the beautiful, peaceful and relatively new pedestrian bike pathway. 7) Probable years of noise, dirt and general disruption while they build this thing. It must be stopped, they never even asked us if we wanted this. Please call Also, call Senator Jamaal Bailey, 518 455-2061, and State Assemblyman Benedetto, 518 455-5296. They are trying to help but cannot do so without massive support from us, cooperators. Finally, educate your neighbors about this unwanted project. They may know nothing about it but will not be happy when they see how they are impacted. But it will be too late by then. Thank you all for reading this, and many thanks to Rod Saunders and Leslie Peterson for all their support. Finally, on another somber note, The World Central Kitchen (WCK) is accepting donations for its work providing huge numbers of hot and nourishing meals to the Ukrainians; if you would like to help. Peace and good wishes to you all. Stay well. ––Katharine Wood

Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry – 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pick up or after. It is a 30/31-day rotation on average. Black Forum will text registered guests if items outside of regular distribution become available. All guests must present a pantry card to receive food. Remember to bring at least four clean shopping bags with a handle and a shopping cart. We require masks and physical distancing. New registrants can receive food the Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from 11:00 a.m. Registration is open at this location for Section 5 residents. in January. You must recertify in order to pick up groceries in the year 2022. No Cards, Medicare Cards, Job I.D.s and Access-A-Ride I.D.s are not acceptable. Fresh Produce Distribution – Black Forum will distribute fresh fruits and vegetables soon on Thursdays and Fridays (if there are leftovers) during normal business hours, 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Please bring your pantry card. Have at Restaurant Resiliency Program – The restaurant meals distributions have concluded. Thank you to everyone who took part. Black Forum hopes the meals provided some relief to our guests. The Restaurant Resiliency Program helped New Yorkers in need. Dishes were straight from restaurant menus and individually packaged. For participating rstaurants, please contact us. Encourage program. Let your voices be heard if the meals provided some relief to you. Black Forum will do its part to advocate for the program, but we need the help Defensive Driving Class – An online version of the course is available at the Empire Safety Council website: https://www.empiresafetycouncil.com/. Use the promo code “WRIGHT” to receive a discount. We will inform the public when we resume in person classes. ––D. Illis

Court in its 233-year history. The Senate Judiciary Committee is scheduled for continue throughout the day. Judge Jackson is expected to testify early in the afternoon, after the Senators make their opening comments. The event will be broadcasted live on CSPAN. We are urging maximum support for Judge Jackson however you can. Dr. Dorothy Irene Height’s Birthday – On Saturday, March 26, in celebration of the birthday of the 4th National President of NCNW, we will be holding a “1-Hour Prayer and Praise Service” from 11 a.m. to noon. The life of Dorothy of a better world. She was serving as assistant director of the Harlem YWCA when she met Mary McLeod Bethune who convinced her to join NCNW in 1937 and her career as a pioneer in civil rights activities began to unfold. She served as 10th National President of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. from 1946 to 1957 before becoming president of NCNW in 1958. Also, working closely with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Roy Wilkins, Whitney Young, A. Philip Randolph and others, Dr. Height participated in virtually all major civil and human rights activist and crusader for justice for Black women on what would be her 110th birthday. Our Zoom meeting ID: 857 4254 1454, passcode: Praise. Women Represent! – Women Represent! is almost here. Our virtual event is Saturday, April 2, from 4-5:30 p.m. Our theme this year, “Struggle to Strength: everyone. Men, you are cordially invited to attend. There is something for you too! In addition to inspiring words from our guest speakers, authors Deirdre Savoy and Jasmine Wade, you will enjoy song and spoken word. So, pass on the information and get ready for an enlightening afternoon of entertainment. Meetand in Co-op City buildings. Come and represent. Contact Camille Worrell, Co-Chair, at worrellswords@aol.com for more information. March is National Kidney Month – This is a time to raise awareness and focus on building paths to better kidney care. Did you know that 37 million people in the United States are estimated to have chronic kidney disease (CKD); and as many as 9 in 10 people are not aware that they have CKD. If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, you are at higher risk for developing kidney disease. ––Joyce Howard

Co-op City Times / March 19, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Mary Pearson, Assistant Secretary

Who Ya Gonna Call A few co-operators – but not nearly enough – have been letting me know they’ve done some follow-up complaining about the maybe yes/maybe no, waste-of-time-money-and-sanity project referred to as The Ramp. But one shareholder did a little outsidethe-box thinking regarding the what are we gonna do aspect of the dilemma: online petitioning. Interesting. As for the who ya gonna call dividuals willing and able to stop The Ramp at this stage of the game: we’ve gotta go bigger. got wind of this rotten Ramp idea? It was in the Animal Shelter Compromise name of the document was the Bronx Animal Adoption Center Memorandum of Understanding dated 11/5/2018. else at the time. I was only interested in the “gets” – what we would get in return for the community’s co-operation. hours into the last of seven or eight meetings that were called to discuss the subject – in order to convince us to overlook the fact that we’d been overlooked in the planning process – I decided that lots of something was better than none of nothing. Eventually it got through the political process without any of the Board’s input. So, who was on which side of the argument is a moot point at this point (or as the Friends sitcom would say, “It’s a moo point, a cow’s opinion; not worth discussing.”) Anyway, #4 of the list of the 16 promises owed Co-op City (and the greater Council District 12 area) reads: 4. Addressing safety concerns at “Dead Man’s Curve” at Bartow Avenue under the Hutchinson River Parkway: NYS DOT currently has plans to construct a new exit ramp from the northbound Hutchinson River Pkwy, that will touch down onto Bartow Ave. In response to the Council Member

and community request and as a result of this project, a new signalized intersection will be installed to improve safety conditions. Timeline: NYS DOT projected timeline is to begin construction in November 2020. Geez, Louise, how’d I miss that? But not everybody missed it. I re-read (via ISSUU.com/cctimes) the viewpoints of February 6, 2021, and learned that a small April 2019 meeting had taken place, of which I knew and know nothing about. After that? Not a word again for almost two years.

(and hopefully nothing else) despite all logic and all protests.” In edition 2-5-22: “It looks like it’s all but a done deal that the Hutchinson River Parkway northbound exit ramp to Bartow Ave. will be constructed. We were promised otherwise but our boyfriend lied to us.” In edition 2-26-22: “And then there’s the RAMP. The ramp that 99 and 44% of Co-op City does not

Section 5 at Bartow Avenue’s killer curve. That plan is still in the works and is still a huge worry.” That’s just my share of writing about it. So why hasn’t all that ink squashed it yet? a Town Hall presentation letting us know the NYS My theory: “The feds passed a ton of money out to DOT was still pushing the Ramp – with a brand new the states. NYS is hell-bent to spend its share as if its architect. That’s when it really started getting everyone’s attention and when my affair project they can come up with. I say, they can shove with this Mummy of a Ramp kicked into high gear. their shovel!” It wasn’t dead? No! It will not die! I’m betting there are tons of NYS taxpayers who I, and who knows how many others, started writing would want to know about this level of waste. We need some bigger guns to help raise awareness. DOT, and the community – by viewpoint, by text, Louder voices, more involvement, higher ranking ofby email. In my 1/23/21 edition viewpoint, I wrote: “I’d caps on, Co-op City! love to nit-pick the cons, cons, cons, and pros of the Hutchinson River Parkway Ramp project, but I’m out and emails. Encourage Senator Bailey (518-455-2061) of space. So maybe next week.” On 3/10/21, I wrote the Board: “We need a new bigger, better meeting with graphs and people who Tell them: Stop the know what they’re talking about. … an all-encom- Ramp! BRUCKNER EXPWY-HUTCHINSON passing discussion that includes the Metro North PKWY MOBILITY IMPROVEMENT PROJproject …before it turns Section 5 into a parking lot. ECT, BRONX CO., NYC Project ID No. X73127. No matter which pots of money fund them, these are And add whoever and whatever you can think of to not isolated endeavors!” the mix. Shout far and wide and loud, and call: Public At Assemblyman Benedetto’s request, a March 2021 fully-supported Board Objection Letter was ler Lander, (212) 669-3916; NYS Comptroller Nadrafted which included an arm’s-length worth of reasons this project should never come to be. or (202) 225-2464; Senator Gillibrand, (202) 224-4451; Senator Schumer, (202) 224-6542; ding for the ramp project was scheduled to open in and the media! On your mark, get set, PROTEST!! summer ‘21 and construction would start in Fall ‘21. In edition 1-1-22, I wrote: “It’s set to break ground 2211 or by email at mpearson@riverbayboard.com.

NAACP Mission Statement: Our mission is to secure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Known as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), it profoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th Century American History. What is Happening in Ukraine: Patrice Willoughby, Vice President of Policy and Legislative Affairs at the NAACP, is disheartened with the events surrounding the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. In these crisis moments, choosing citizenship over humanity is an atrocity. Right now, in Ukraine, Black families, immigrants from the African diaspora, and other people of color – mothers, children, and students – are facing challenges to evacuate a deadly war zone. Young Leaders Today The Co-op City Branch wishes to thank Capital Preparatory Bronx Charter

113th NAACP National Convention We Need You in the Fight: Each and every NAACP member makes a multigenerational network of activists dismantling structural racism by using your power to take action on the most pressing issues of our time. Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP. Become a member or gift a membership: adults are $30 and youth are $10. Make checks/money orders payable to: NAACP Co-op City #2210 and mail to: ––Brenda Brown

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tice Scholars for choosing our branch to receive proceeds from the scholar’s fundraiser. Branch President Leslie Peterson, Treasurer and Youth Committee chairperson Anika Green-Watson visited the school, met with the youth and accepted and thanked them for their generous donation. The NAACP Co-op City Branch welcomes the opportunity to partner with the Capital Preparatory School mission: “Developing our scholars to become responsible and engaged citizens for social justice.” Young people and the movement for civil rights have always been closely connected. While we often think of the titans of the Civil Rights movement as wise elders, during the peak of their work, they were often teenagers and college The NAACP is passionate about not only including youth at all levels of our work, but ensuring that they have supportive spaces, mentors and guidance to speak out, learn, and develop into the civil rights and social justice leaders of tomorrow. Listening to and embracing the thought leadership of our young people is crucial to our commitment to lasting social and political change. Congratulations! Dr. Maya Wiley, who early in her career was a staff member of the ACLU and then the NAACP Legal Defense & Educational Fund, Inc. on being named President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil & Human Rights. To follow NAACP’s statements and trending topics: Go to NAACP.org.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of Ms. Lola Blair who was killed tragically last Wednesday, March 9. Ms. Blair is photographed above seated left at a Soul Latin Line Dancers Christmas party in 2019. Ms. Blair was misidentified in the photocaption printed in the March 12, 2022 Co-op City Times. We apologize for the error. Please keep Ms. Blair’s family in your prayers.

Co-op City Times / March 19, 2022

Building 21 Association Petition Chuck Schumer to Bring Millions into our Community We need more signatures to reach the next goal. Can you help? The African-American Association of Co-op City is working with Blue Horseshoe Foundation to bring a “Ready to Work” jobs training program to Co-op City. Please sign the petition at peoplepunch.com. Our goal is 250,000 signatures. Congressman Jamaal Bowman has issued a letter to support the foundation’s application for federal funding of the program which incorporates training and physical jobs in four industries: finance, infrastructure, information technology and transportation. The programs, based in Co-op City, will serve the entire 16th Congressional District. A fiveyear plan of educational and economic progress throughout our community. All that is needed is your signature. Your help will guarantee funding success. About Blue Horseshoe Foundation Blue Horseshoe Foundation Inc. is an organization dedicated to bringing education and economic opportunities to lower income communities through various programs and initiatives that will educate individuals about homeownership, mental and physical health, and entrepreneurship. They are dedicated to building resources and partnerships that will enable and fortify families and build better communities to lead dignified and productive lives. The next 21 Association General

Session Gathering will be: Thursday, March 24, via Zoom at 7 p.m. For questions regarding the 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call: 347-504-1821. Attend the monthly general meetings via Zoom video conference. Everyone from all buildings plan to come and join us at Building 21. Bring a friend. Floor Captains on each floor in every building. Protect your floor. Every floor of every building should have assigned Floor Captains. If you have not volunteered for your own floor, it is time. 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 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: Public Safety: 718-671-3050 • CSO Offices: 718-320-3300 6. That is all! That is it! “Each one of us multiplied by all of us equals a force for good.” ––Michelle Marbury

Coalition to Save Affordable Housing On Monday, March 21, there will be a meeting of the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing to vet candidates interested in running in the 2022 Riverbay Board election. There will be five seats to be filled. The candidates selected must support the Coalition’s newly adopted platform and addenda adopted by the General Members at our February 21 meeting. The March 21 meeting is open to members of the Coalition and will be conducted in person at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 13, starting at 7:30 p.m. Candidates will be offered the opportunity to formally introduce themselves to the General Membership and answer questions from those present. This will be a members-only meeting. The members of the CTSAH Election Committee will also approve a budget for the election campaign and select a Treasurer to oversee the campaign budget. Copies of the platform and the Bylaws will be distributed at the meeting. Last Monday, March 14, the Coalition presented the second in a series of online workshops on Financial Literacy. The topic was budgeting: how to get started and how to set SMART goals and how to maintain a healthy relationship with your money so you can live a stress-free life. The event was very informative, interactive and offered a great opportunity to hear plain talk from a former Wall Street executive and Columbia Business School alumna, Sharon Joseph, who is now the new CEO of the Harlem Boys & Girls Club. Congratulations, SJ. For those who missed the event, please visit the Coalition’s website to listen to and view the presentation. The website is: www.CTSAH. org. Or, you can send an email us at: ctsah10475@gmail.com. Our next event will be on Succession Rights, another hot topic! Stay tuned for more information on this soon-to-be scheduled event. Finally, don’t forget to pay your dues, if you haven’t, so that we can continue to bring you more exciting events and workshops, and more importantly, work to elect five candidates to ensure Co-op City remains safe and affordable! Thanks and see you at 7:30 p.m. on Monday, March 21, in Rm. 13 at 177 Dreiser Loop. ––Claudia A Sampson

Co-op City Times / March 19, 2022

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Co-op City Times / March 19, 2022

Building 9 Association

African-American Association

Greetings, Building 9 family and friends. We look forward to seeing you, serving you and working with you. We thank all the volunteers who signed up to assist with the membership drive. If you have upcoming appointments with the Maintenance or Restorations

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in the system has affected appointments for the next several months. Women’s History Month Greta Tintin Eleonora Ernman Thunberg was born January 3, 2003 in Stockholm, Sweden. She is a world renowned climate justice activist. Her activism began when she was able to convince her parents to adopt lifestyle changes to reduce their own carbon footprint. When Greta was 15 years old, she protested outside the Swedish parliament in an effort to pressure Sweden to meet its carbon emissions targets. Greta’s seemingly small act had a global impact. She inspired young people across the world to organize, advocate and strike to promote their campaign for climate justice. The 19-year-old environmental justice advocate is well known for challenging leaders on the world stage to take immediate and drastic action to mitigate the ongoing damage being caused by climate change. Greta presciently stated, “If the walls of our house truly came tumbling down, surely you would set your differences aside and start cooperating…” dence on fossil fuels. The U.S. and the UK have agreed to ban Russian oil, coal and natural gas imports. This may help some corporations and institutions to more fully divest from fossil fuels and to invest/reinvest in alternate green, clean energy and fossil fuel-free products. Greta Thunberg is a three-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee for her activism and advocacy for climate justice and world peace. “being different is a super power. I have learned, no one is too small to make a difference.” ––Linda Collins

Broun Place Townhouse Association Hi, Broun Place neighbors. Follow the weekly Co-op City Times for the most up-to-date news on Co-op City events and the “Combings” column to get The CCX is reporting on this matter. Folks, read the resolutions and their status in the process of their being passed

Petition Chuck Schumer to bring millions into our community. Horseshoe Foundation to bring a “Ready to Work” jobs training program to Co-op City. Please sign the petition at peoplepunch.com. Our goal is 250,000 signatures. Congressman Jamaal Bowman has issued a letter to support the foundation’s application for federal funding of the program which incorporates tion technology and transportation. The programs, based in Co-op City, will serve the entire 16 Join us tomorrow, March 20, via Zoom to celebrate “Herstory!” –– Our memberships are $15.00/year for single membership and $25.00/year per household. Email: . Check or money orders only. Tribute to Women’s History Month Shirley Chisholm (pictured) once said: “Women in this country must become revolutionaries. We must refuse to accept the old, the traditional roles and stereotypes…We must replace the old, negative thoughts about our femininity it, and more. But we must also remember that we will be breaking with tradition, and so we must prepare ourselves educationally, economically, and psychologically in order that we will be able to accept and bear with the sanctions that society will immediately impose upon us.” Did You Know? Shirley Anita St. Hill Chisholm the United States Congress, and represented District jor-party Black candidate for President of the United States ever to run for the presidential nomination. Chisholm’s legacy came into renewed prominence during the cratic presidential primaries when Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton

forms that ran in the Co-op City Times in a townhouse, you have to go to CSO and inquire. It is mid-March during Women’s History Month 2022 and time for us to salute some of the great female heroes that helped lead the way here. These ladies put their boots on the ground and worked very hard to achieve their goals: Betty Katz, leader of the Parkinson’s Disease Community Organization Howell, developer of Riverbay Fund and community event organizer. More will be mentioned next week. Broun Place residents, stop throwing your kitchen garbage bags over the fence and leaving it around the site. Stop leaving bags of used bottles on the pedestrian brickwork. Instruct them to park in the cul-de-sac. Read the Co-op City Times for the current information on Covid-19 mask mandates. Each business may have their own code. The data shows the Covid masks and vaccines work. Neighbors, encourage getting boosters, believe and trust the science. We must stop mixing politics and good sense. Check vaccine contact programs. This is critical for those living alone or with a chronic ailment. But remember, never give your personal information to anyone before thoroughly checking them out. Find the Co-op City Times online at: issuu.com/cctimes. This week, we mention our own heroine and secretary of our association board, Rev. Grace Emanuel, who is celebrating her birthday. Birthday rememDave Lazaar, as he celebrates another trip around the sun. We send sincere get well wishes to all suffering from illness and physical problems. Do not forget, check on your neighbors. Use the Broun Place press release to announce your important events. Keep dancing and better days are ahead! Wakanda forever! ––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar Women’s History Month, March 1- March 31. Celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States over the course of American history!

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Bartow

Fri., March 25

Thurs., March 24

Wed., March 23

Tues., March 22

Mon., March 21

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

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

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

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

email to register: 929-3991387.

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

Stretch and Tone w/Ola Rm. 38, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. In-person. Bodies in Motion w/Ola 11 a.m.-12 p.m., In-person Line Dance w/Cynthia Rm. 45, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Beef Stew Barley California Blend Vegetables Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

BBQ Pork Chops Brown Rice Steamed Broccoli

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m. Meeting ID: 992 3169 6108, Passcode: 503637; Dial-in: Boneless Chicken With Mustard 1-929-205-6099; Virtual & In-person Computer Learning Zoom meeting w/ Sauce Ralph, 6 p.m. Dial-in: 929-205-6609, Brown Rice with Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040, Passcode: Mushrooms 259554, virtual only. Roasted Peppers Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Tues. Whole Wheat 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Digital Photography Class Bread, Fresh Fruit In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and Juice Tai-Chi, In-person, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Curried Chicken Legs Baked Red Potato Wedges Normandy Blend

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

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

Arthritis Exercise Class w/ Damion, every Thurs., 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 986 0021 6442, Passcode: 573762.

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

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

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

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

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

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As a Health Coach, you will present wellness programs 7. Please email amoncrieffe@jasa.org to register. to older adults. By volunteering your time, you can impact the lives of others in as little as 90 minutes per . Pick up starts 9:30 a.m. week. Deliver health workshops to help others in the community and get gift cards. For info., please call Asch Loop near the library. jreynoso@ 10:30 a.m. to noon, Einstein Center, Rm. 38. Only six jasa.org lbrea@jasa.org. – 9-11 a.m. Zoom 2627,; Passcode: 093787. for an appointment. NEW: – Deluxe Motor Coach – Dreiser, Rm. 2, Wed., 9:30-10:30 a.m., and 10:30bus transportation to discount shopping at Woodbury – 11 11:30 a.m.; Thurs., 10-11 a.m. Common Outlets. Enjoy a delicious luncheon at a.m.-12 p.m., third Thurs. of every month. Dial-in Longhorn’s restaurant with choice of sirloin steak, March 8 to April 27, Tuesdays, 11 a.m. chicken marsala or seafood cakes, served with side -12 p.m. dishes, dessert, beverage, coffee, tea, taxes and gratu– ities included. Pick-ups: Bartow (in front of library), Thurs., 6 p.m.-7 p.m. Zoom meeting: Dial-in number: Wed., 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Einstein, . Please call 718-320-2066 for an appointment. – Tue., March 22, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Bartow Ave, lower level beneath the library.

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will resume startwith ing Wed., April 6, 10-11 a.m. in the courtyard at the payment required at time of registration. Community Health Navigator Program presents a six- Bartow Center. week Chronic Pain Management workshop virtually resumes Tues., May 3, 9:30Are you a senior who wants to give back to your peers? 10:30 a.m. Meeting place: Asch Loop near library.

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Church of the New Vision Greetings in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We give thanks to God the Father for His abundant mercy towards us as His people through Jesus Christ, the very demonstration of God’s Love towards humanity (John 3:16). As we celebrate Jesus Christ, the very demonstration of God’s Love towards humanity (John 3:16), let us continue to be thankful and grateful for the blessings we have received. May you and your family have a happy and healthy New Year. The Church of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us. Our verse for 2022 is: (Isaiah 54:17) “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgement you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from, Me, say the Lord.” has reopened. There is one service at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday School will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Masks are required and temperature will be taken. Welcome back. Services can also be viewed on YouTube after 1:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study

starts at 7:00 p.m. The Conference Line Number: (646) 769-9900, Access Code: 3099388. Once prayer has begun, please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity. Sun., March 13 Service: “Who is Jesus to You.” Scripture: Matthew 16:16-17 “And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God. And Jesus answered and said unto blood hath not revealed it unto thee, but my Father which is in heaven.” Amen. –Matthew 16:13-19 Church of the New Vision extends our deepest sympathies and prayers to the grieving families. May God grant you the strength, comfort and peace The Lord has blessed Church of the New Vision for the past 50 years and through it all we are still here in unity by God’s grace – abiding in faith, hope and love. Because a small group of believers saw a need and had a mission to move forward in unity with a purpose: Church of the New Vision was established November 12, 1972 in the Co-op City Community located in Section 5. Today, as members, visitors, ministries and friends of the Church of the New Vision, you can be a participant in this 50th

Traditional Synagogue The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m. The requirement for wearing a mask and social distancing will be strictly enforced during all synagogue services. General Information – The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in Building 27B, it is handicap accessible, no steps. Phone number: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 10 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 needs men to help make a minyan.

There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10 a.m., so we can take out the Torah. The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City. Sabbath ends on Sat., March 19, at 7:59 p.m. Candle lighting for Fri., March 25, at 6:53 p.m. Good and Welfare – honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree (if you want to buy a tree, call 347-4495005). Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you are 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 Samuel Grynewize and all other of our members who will be celebrating their birthday in March. Please send me your names and I will add them to the list. Fun and Games – After services and Kiddush, members play games. Your support for the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health. ––Bruce Gitelson

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Open Door Ministries “Living with Grief and Loss” Open Door Ministries is collaborating with Circle of Christ Church and joining them in worship. Please go to circleofchristchurch.com for a schedule of services. Ron Hawkins, D. Min. – Reasons for Suffering: Suffering can be a consequence of poor decisions. Discipline for sin: David and Bathsheba and death of their child. Satanic Warfare God loosens our grip on this world, (Book of Ecclesiastes). God brings glory to himself, (the blind man and Jesus, Joseph and his brothers). (2 Corinthians 1:4) “Sometimes we suffer to help others.” (A comfort chain). Our suffering may be for the sake of others (divorce, death of a child or illness). (Colossians 1:24) “Fill up that which is lacking in the sufferings of Christ.” Completing God’s plan. We do not have to answer people. We communicate encouragement. Eric Scalise, Ed.S., Ph.D.: Complex trauma: Refers to multiple traumatic stressors that involve direct harm and are interpersonal, that is, they are premeditated, planned, and caused by other humans, such as violating and/or exploitation of another person. They are often chronic and long-term. Complex trauma: poverty, excessive community violence, homelessness, incarceration, residential treatment centers, sexual abuse, human rights, violations, displacement, exposure to death, accidents and natural disasters. Kevin Ellers, D.Min. Effective Interventions: Do not panic or overreact. Remain calm; remain with the person. Be present and respect their feelings and thoughts. Help them reframe their thoughts; emphasize the temporary nature of their problem. Keep yourself safe. Emotions can lead to impulsivity. Explore alternatives and resources. What not to do: Do not lecture or argue, do not overlook the signs, do not express shock, do not offer empty promises, do not be overly cheery, do not debate morality, do not leave them alone or assume they will get better and do not remain the only person helping. Diane Langberg, Ph.D., Trauma and Abuse: Learn from Jesus 1. Leave glory (enter into a person’s suffering). 2. Become little (reduce yourself by helping others; allow yourself to be taught). 3. Enter darkness (you will not know what is coming; think like the victim). 4. Bear the character of the Father, full of grace and truth (light dawned because it was lived out in mercy, grace). 5. Do not abandon those in need (do not leave them alone; suffer with the suffering; crisis after crisis will tire you; have staying power to endure the suffering). 6. Do not lose perspective and allow thinking to be distorted (do not be overcome by darkness; do not get sick with the sick; do not catch the diseases of those with whom you are working). You cannot call or instruct people out of suffering! Be a sanctuary for the abused. Contact Open Door Ministries by phone/text: 917-334-4407. Blessings in Christ. ––Pastor Luis Ramos

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service in person at 8:00 and 11:00 a.m. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Masks are required and temperatures will be taken. The 11:00 a.m. service is also available on Zoom using the following information: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#. The Free Call Conference dial-in number is 857-357-0254, the Access Code is 660065. Adult Sunday School is held at 9:15 a.m. and is also available on the Free Conference line: 857-357-0254, Access Code: 660065#. Young Teens Sunday School is held at 9:30 a.m. and Junior Sunday School is held at 3:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study classes are at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on the Zoom/ Free Call Conference Line shown above. Thursday Prayer Warriors is held at noon. You can join using the Free Conference Call.com Line: 857-357-0254, PIN: 660065#. Friday Prayer is held at 10:00 a.m. You can join using the Free Conference Call.com Line. Friday Evening Prayer Service is held at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join using the Free Conference Call.com line shown above. The combined Men’s and Women’s Day service will be held on Sunday, April 24, during the 11:00 a.m. service. All are invited to this celebratory service. The Scholarship Ministry is going to Mt. Rushmore, the Badlands and Black Hills of South Dakota on August 12 for 11 days and 10 nights and they are inviting you to travel with them. Price per person, based on double occupancy, is $1,225, which includes 18 meals, 10 breakfast eight dinners and motorcoach transportation. You will have 10 nights lodging including four consecutive nights in South Dakota. There is currently a waitlist. You may contact Sister Claudette Cutlar Day at 718-379-0541 or Sister Brenda Robinson at 718-671-1271 for additional information or to be placed on the waitlist. Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Please continue to mask-up, practice social distancing and stay safe! “God will strengthen us as we continue to travel through this storm. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” –Psalm 46:1 The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. ––Hattie L. Lucas

Newsong Church God loves you: Part Two When Jesus was riding into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, there is a moment where He stops and begins to cry as He looks over the city. Luke described the scene: “But as he came closer to Jerusalem and saw the city ahead, he began to weep.” (Luke 19:41) Why was Jesus crying? Jesus was upset because the people were looking for help, they were looking for hope, they were waiting for God, and now God is coming to them on a donkey and no one recognizes Him. Jesus was not crying for Him, He was crying for them because they were so close to God and yet so far away. Friend, God loves you so much that the thought of you not being with Him for all eternity moves Him to tears! Maybe you are reading this and you are looking for some hope and help today. You are not going to is found only in Jesus. Do not miss your opportunity to get to know Him, today is the day of your salvation! We invite you to experience the amazing love of God for yourself. About Us – Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City! We love God, we love people, and we love demonstrating that love through serving others! No matter what you have been through or where you come from, you are welcome here. Join us for Sunday worship and see why God’s family is no ordinary family. Check us out we are located at 135 Einstein Loop! Sunday Worship Experience – Our Sunday worship experience starts with celebration. Colossians 3:16 says: “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” That is our goal every Sunday! Our Adult Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 45. Newsong Deaf Church – That is right. We are happy to announce that we now have an adult ASL worship experience for the deaf and hearing impaired in our community! The singing, the message, the fellowship, everything is in American Sign Language and designed to help you connect with God in your own language! Our Adult Deaf Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 38. Kidsong – Kids are important to us, so we have created a place where they can learn about Jesus on their level. Every Sunday, pre-k through sixth-grade children experience safe, age-appropriate environments where the Bible is taught in a creative and relevant way. Kidsong starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 49. Against The Flow – A.T.F. is Newsong’s student ministry. Today’s middle and high school students will lead the next generation of the church and change the world. At A.T.F., our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus. A.T.F. meets every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Room 49. For more information about Newsong Church: 8385; website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; YouTube: Newsong Church NYC; Facebook, Instagram and Twitter: @NewsongBX ––Pastor Mike Tolone

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

Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle, located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475, invites everyone to join in worship online on the following days. Call 720-740-9746, Access Code: 8876631; Tel.: 718-324-0334. Sundays: Worship Service begins at 11 a.m. Wednesday: Prayer and fasting service will be held at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will be held every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Friday: Worship service begins at 7:30 p.m. Focus: to be with the Lord forever. The bride of Christ will be privileged to rule and reign with Jesus Christ during one thousand years of peace. And I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key to the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. And he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years, and cast him into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal upon him, that he , and after that he must be loosed a little season. Revelation 20:1-3 & 6 ond death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ and shall reign with him a thousand years. Revelation 20: 6 Satan will be bound and cast into the bottomless pit for one thousand years while Jesus Christ rules the world in righteousness. be absent from the earth. People who sin against God in that day will do so out of the wickedness of their heart. In addition, the knowledge of the Lord will be increased in all the earth. What glorious day that will be for generations who are counted worthy to live in the millennial kingdom of Jesus Christ the son of David! Matthew 25:31-33 states: When the son of man shall come in his glory, and all the holy angels with him, then shall he sit upon the throne of his glory: And before him shall be gathered all nations: and he shall separate them one from another, as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the goats: And he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on the left. All the redeemed, including the tribulation martyrs, shall reign with Christ as kings and priests. Since we are heirs and joint heirs with Christ, the role of the church in the millennial reign will be to serve as king’s and priests in His kingdom. Revelation 1:6, & 5:10 And hath made us kings and priest unto God and his father, to him be glory and dominion forever and ever Amen. And hast made us unto our God kings and priest: and we shall reign on the earth. ––Rev. R. Sibblies

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