Co-op City Times 04/01/2023

2023 Riverbay Board Election Rules – pages 24-27

Riverbay Board Approves FY 2023/24 & 2024/25 Budgets

BY ROZAAN BOONE

The Riverbay Board of Directors approved Management’s proposed 2-year budget for Fiscal Year 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 at the Wednesday, March 29, 2023 business meeting to maintain the current level of services to shareholders while also providing funding for the community’s mandatory Five-Year Capital Plan for necessary infrastructure repairs to the development.

According to Resolution 23-19, the “proposed budget requires a 2.1% increase in carrying charges effective April 1, 2024 in order to maintain a balanced budget through March 31, 2025, all subject to review, analysis and discussion with the NYS HCR.”

In addition to the proposed 2.1% carrying charge increase, transient parking and parking pass rates will also be increased 30%, effective April 1, 2023, should HCR grant approval. The last time these rates were increased was July 2021. together while having a clear understanding of the roles and responsibilities we carry,” said Board President Sonia Feliciano. “In reviewing the proposed 2-year budget, our goal was to minimize the impact of increasing the carrying chargestic budget, and working together as a team late into the night for weeks, showed

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BY ROZAAN BOONE

Shareholders who returned their qualifying election packages in the 2023 Riverbay Board of Directors election by the Friday, March 24th deadline were

issue of the Co-op City Times.

and the Legal department. This review includes a criminal background check

Brown Water in Some Co-op City Buildings

At the March 22nd Open Board meeting reported brown water coming from the taps in their apartments.

candidates will receive instructions for running their campaigns from the chairbay General Counsel Jeff Buss. The candidates will also receive the Co-op City Times editorial guidelines for the three election supplements to be published in three consecutive issues of the newspaper starting on Saturday, April 15; followed by Saturday, April 22; and Saturday, April 29, 2023. The candidates will also be able to get any questions they may have about the process answered by Co-op City Times.

Feature Launches April 3

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

live chat feature this week that can connect shareholders directly to a Riverbay representative.

Starting Monday, April 3, shareholders can go online to coopcity.com and scroll down to the bot-

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Reduced Spending and Additional Sources of Income Must be the Rule

President’s Report

Sonia Feliciano

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Riverbay’s Maintenance department followed-up

Associate Director of the Riverbay Call Center Lutitia Matthias explained what the new feature is to the Co-op City Times and how the live chat feature will be a helpful resource for shareholders.

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Amazon Lockers Pilot Program Begins With Triple-Core Buildings

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Shareholders in Triple-Core buildings can now have their packages delivered safely to a designated Amazon Hub locker.

The lockers are part of a pilot program organized by Amazon and designed to address package thefts and further improve service reliability for Amazon customers in Co-op City.

the bright blue Amazon lockers located in the rear of their building. The pilot program starts with the Triple-Cores and the goal is to expand the services to all buildings, Riverbay’s director of Janitorial Services Joshua Blake explained.

Mr. Blake also addressed service improvements shareholders in the Triple-Cores can expect as a result of the new Amazon lockers.

“I do believe this is a game changer for Co-op City shareholders,” Mr. Blake said. “The service reliabil-

kasher vesame’ach.”

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ity of knowing your packages will be secure in the Amazon hub box will greatly improve service delivery as there will now be accountability and the shareholder will receive their package,” Mr. Blake pointed out.

“This is a pilot program that Amazon brought to us, and we here at Co-op City were very interested in participating. The program is starting with Amazon Hub lockers located behind the building under the portico in all Triple-Core buildings. I encourage shareholders to utilize these Amazon Hub boxes as frequently as possible, as we want to expand the program to the Chevron and Tower buildings,” added Mr. Blake. “The more shareholders who use the lockers, the more we will be able to demonstrate

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Hope everyone is doing well.

As I have been communicating to you, we are mandated to have a 2-year Operating budget within our 5-year capital budget plan. The Board has been working with Management for weeks to reduce expenses, taking away some of the burdens from our shareholders. The proposed budget -

duces about $2M.

During this budget year, we reduced 39 positions, eliminating garage attendants and the anticipated reduction in natural gas expenses due to the implementation of a hedging strategy. With the annual

asbestos abatement, and insurance increased substantially. Our current property insurance rose from

ects will be funded with reserves from our mortgage. Some of the things it will include over the 5-year period are garage elevators, repair of garages, town-

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During the orientation meeting, a random drawing will be held to determine the order in which the candidates’ names will appear on a ballot. Names will be automatically rotated on the ballot. This same order

ments will be rotated to give each of the three election issues of the newspaper.

erbay Board director and their views on issues facing the community in their statements and ads. They will each receive a free ¼ page ad, although they may purchase additional advertising in the Co-op City Times. to publication making it essential for candidates to adhere to the newspaper’s editorial deadline established for the election supplements. Candidates are encouraged to submit their statements and ad copy electronically to the Co-op City Times

partment located in the Bartow Center.

annual Board election.

campaign signs, literature and other material (posters, gummed stickers, etc.) in Co-op City is prohibited except on personal property, or within a shareholder’s premises, with the owner’s permission. This speprohibited from posting campaign material on New York City property if said posting violates any City, Campaign literature can be handed out by candidates and their supporters after only

Congratulations to Riverbay’s director of Community Relations, Michelle Sajous, who received a Woman of Distinction award from City Council member Rafael Salamanca Jr. Michelle was one of four honorees at Councilman Salamanca’s Women’s History Month recognition program, held at the Bronx Zoo on Thursday evening, March 30, 2023.

assumed name, (ii) engage in personal attacks on fellow candidates or shareholders, or (iii) make defam-

bo-calling or similar systems to contact shareholders for campaigning or election-related purposes is prohibited. Candidates will have an opportunity to debate and discuss issues relevant to the election and their candidacy at three Candidates’ Forums, which will be

issue.

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Bartow Mall Parking Alert

Shareholders, guests and shoppers are reminded that there is a two-hour parking limit in the Bartow Mall. Parking is for the exclusive use of customers while shopping within the Bartow Mall, with a posted two-hour limit.

Vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense.

Test & Treat Mobile Van in Co-op City

NYC Test & Treat Corps’ Mobile Test to Treat unit is available daily on a rotating schedule at the three shopping centers, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. as follows next week:

Mon., Tues.: 135 Einstein Loop

Wed./Thurs.: 2049 Bartow Ave.

Fri./Sat./Sun.: 177 Dreiser Loop.

Locations are approximate depending on parking availability.

The mobile van offers PCR, Rapid, Flu and RSV testing.

Anyone who tests positive at the van can speak with an onsite clinician, and, if eligible, receive free Paxlovid anti-viral medication.

Appointments not required. Bring ID and insurance card, if available. Insurance is not necessary; service is open to everyone.

Bronx Safe Disposal Set for April 29

NYC Department of Sanitation will present a Safe Disposal event this Spring at the Orchard Beach parking lot on Saturday, April 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., rain or shine.

SAFE Disposal is for Solvents, Automotive, Flammables and Electronics. Household products such as pesticides, strong cleaners, mercury-containing devices, paints, cent light bulbs, and medications, syringes (clearly labeled in packaged in a “sharps” container or other leak-proof, puncture-resistant container) may be brought to the dropoff location, as well as electronics, which may no longer be collected with trash and other recycling, due to a NYS law. However, only city residential waste will be accepted.

Collected materials are either recycled, blended for fuel or sent to a licensed hazardous waste treatment facility for safe disposal.

BY AVERIL JAMES-BONNETTE, DIRECTOR, FINANCE DEPARTMENT

instructions will be mailed to shareholders by April 01, 2023 and those cooperators on the Section 8 Program).

NOTARIZE

April 30, 2023. Shareholders who have experienced continuous loss of income interim change to reduce or remove surcharges. New surcharges will be imposed effective July 01, 2023 based upon note that it is essential that every cooperator submit their application for extension in lieu of a 2022 NYS Tax Return, 2023. Please estimate your income and identify as "Estimum 50% surcharge. Also, please note that Riverbay must with a copy of the extension letter. 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 plete 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. in a timely manner will result in the maximum surcharge of 50% of your basic carrying charges. You would then be

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need and value of expanding the pilot to other buildings.”

Shareholders planning to use the lockers will need a smart phone device with the Amazon Shopping app downloaded and Bluetooth connectivity in order to secure their package from a locker. Additionally, in order to have packages delivered to an Amazon Hub locker, the shareholder must have their respective building listed as their default delivery address. Shareholders can check their default delivery address by visiting their account online at Amazon.com.

Individuals who do not own a smart phone or would prefer to opt out of having their packages sent to an Amazon Hub locker can do so by going to their account information on Amazon.com. After logging into their Amazon account, the individual can navigate to the “Your Addresses” page and tap the “Add Delivery instructions” prompt. Next, the individual would uncheck the box for the option to have the package delivered to the locker in the “Where should we leave your packages at this address?” menu.

The Amazon hub lockers will only be used to deliver Amazon orders, meaning mail from other carriers will not be placed in the Amazon lockers. Any Amazon orders left at the recipient’s doorstep. Amazon orders that are shipped from a third-party carrier will also not be placed in the lockers.

required to pay the 50% surcharge for each month, through In no event will credit be given for excess surcharges already assessed as a result . The instructions being and worksheet which will assist the cooperator in determin-

therefore, to make sure that the data provided come from their NY State tax return.

This year, there will be all-day sessions to assist cooperfor the all day sessions are as follows:

Wednesday, April 19 – Dreiser Auditorium from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. 31, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Shareholders will be required to drop off their completed ing charge boxes. Please put it in an envelope and clearly regarding the submission of your coop insurance declaracompany showing that you have the required insurance coverage on your apartment, will be enclosed with the annual

Please note that the insurance documentation must be later than April 30, 2023 to avoid the assessment of $150 insurance documentation should be addressed to the Risk

Riverbay Launches Electronic Income Af davits Pilot Program for Calendar Year 2022

BY AVERIL JAMES-BONNETTE

out on a “pilot basis.” Several shareholders who are currently paying their caremail account, inviting them to register to of instructions is available on Riverbay’s website: https://www.coopcity.com/ Shareholders will register online on the Riverbay website and will receive online. All forms will be signed electronically using DocuSign. DocuSign eSignature is document signing software that can be used to collect approvals online legally and securely. It uses the strongest data encryption technologies available (www.docusign.com). The use of an e-signature will improve the shareholder's experience and reduce the needed to either mail or drop the completed income Shareholders will be able to upload supporting documents, such as insurance

mation when the form has been processed.

and it will still need to be notarized. For shareholders who are using the software, notary will not be required. Shareholders will be required to go through a

to prove their identity before beginning the electronic process. If you did not receive an email inviting you to register online, then you were

Obituary –– LeVar Oliver Jackson

Sunrise ~ July 28, 1999 • Sunset ~ March 17, 2023

Forever In Our Heart

LeVar Oliver Jackson was welcomed into the world to Jessie and Gladys Jackson on July 28, 1999, in New Rochelle, NY. As a baby, LeVar craved his favorite meal, blended broccoli, while watching his favorite show, Barney & Friends. Anytime he became fussy or irritated, his sister, Azania, would lay with him and rub on his ears. Worked like a charm!

LeVar attended New York City public schools and participated in swimming, racing with his bicycle and scooter, and Taekwondo. While attending Truman High School in the Bronx, NY, he learned about military life through their JROTC program. LeVar spent his weekends games were his priority and he loved competing with his siblings and cousins. LeVar enjoyed cooking and doing laundry for his family and trips to Martha’s Vineyard every summer.

After graduating high school, LeVar set his sights on The New England Institute of Technology in East Greenwich, RI. There, he found a passion in cars, obtaining an Associate in Science degree in Advanced Automotive Technology. After graduation, LeVar returned home to pursue a career in the autoTrucking Company, Home Depot, and Citarella.

All was well until the last nine months, as LeVar began to exhibit signs of depression. He completed an

intensive out-patient program March 3, and progressed toward a brighter future. There were less mood swings, he regained his appetite, went for walks with his mother, spent time with his father getting haircuts and going out to eat. He became a member of the Fountain House, an emotional-support clubhouse in Manhattan. Unfortunately, LeVar did not get to experience all that life has to offer. On March 17, he was found unresponsive by his younger sister, Sojourner. She, alongside paramedics, performed CPR. After their tireless efforts, LeVar Oliver Jackson was called by God to join the ancestors at 3:32 p.m. that day. His mother’s last words to him were, “See you in a bit. You can have the last taco,” giving him a hug and a kiss before heading back to work.

To mourn LeVar’s untimely passing, he has left behind parents, Gladys and Jessie Jackson; sisters, Azania Jackson and Sojourner Jackson; grandfather, Oliver “Dip” Welch; uncles, Oliver Welch, Arthur Welch, and Kaeron David; aunts, Sojourner David and Michelle Welch; cousins, Candyce, Ayana, Davane, Aneke, Daryl, Kaden, Mekhi, and Sydney; constant companions, Biscuit, Snowball and Aaron (R.I.P.); and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives, and friends of the family. Thank you to Daisy Holmes, Earlene Cody and Billy Nelson for their continued support with LeVar until the end.

JASA’s Creative Arts & Painting

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

Artist Ron Cruz led the seniors in JASA’s weekly Creative Arts & Painting class on Tuesday, March 28. He discussed how to create different gradients and darker shades of black, as well as explained how some colors have different behaviors. He also demonstrated the scratch technique which is the practice of using a tool to scrape away a layer of color to reveal the layer underneath. Cruz shared the effect of watching Bob Ross’s painting show everyday as a kid. “If you do something over and over on a consistent basis [you improve]. Experience is one of the best teachers,” he said.

Students in the class varied in experience, with some starting at four-years old. They are all dedicated to their craft however, and they come to class every Tuesday excited to learn.

It’s HAPPENING in Co-op City!

Jaison Bonner is an uprising young scholar and basketball star who resides in Co-op City. He attends Equality Charter School, and is currently on the Honor Roll. He was recently accepted to Salesian High School where he received a scholarship.

Jaison’s pressure dehis team to their third consecutive win last weekend, helping them remain undefeated. He scored 22 points, pulled down two rebounds, handed out three assists, and had four incredible steals in his team’s winning game. Way to go, Jaison!

On behalf of our entire family, we want to wish Jaison all the best.

With all of our love,

—Mom, Bianca; Grandma, Grandpa, Great grandma, Great grandpa, and your little sister, Chloé

Photos by P.M. Campbell

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Getting Ahead of the Game

should get ahead of the game. Is it smart to move the handball/basketball courts to another area and build a garage over there? We could capitalize on outsiders coming in to take the train and alleviate the need for more parking spaces for residents of Section 5. What do you think?

Convector Maintenance For All

meeting in the Section.

erators was the convector leak problem. Perhaps this temporary solution was mentioned after I

convector.

It is very hard – if not impossible – for most seniors to remove that heavy cover and also get down on their knees to do convector maintenance! I know this information is periodically printed in this paper, but it needs to be more widely publicized (and anyone reading this should tell their elderly neighbors).

I actually think this should be done automatically for all apartments, and pans provided for each convector) on an a temporary basis, I believe it would still be much cheaper than all the repairs from the damage.

Some are saying that the convectors will be obsolete by sponse is a cop out. We need solutions now.

In-Kind Service

ing the meeting, especially the Gallery Session.

At that meeting, I took the opportunity to discuss In-kind Service to Co-op City approved organizations. As a former agement, and charged with the responsibility to recommend to proceed with renting community rooms until the matter of increased room rental rates was resolved. During this discussion, it was also stated that the In-kind Service rates for approved community organizations would increase as well. However, the In-kind Service rates were never increased and remain at Wholistic Health and Wellness Fair and the Co-op City Spellto expend monies for events that are free to the community.

be the In-kind Service amount for each event, or that the annual allocation be raised to $3,000.

Kindly share your views on this matter.

Time To Wake Up, Co-op

by law, Co-op City will have to convert from gas to elec-

time away. Well, the conversion doesn’t happen overnight. The change is very expensive. It will cost over an estimated more power plant. That means we, the residents, will have to buy electric stoves. If we are unable to receive any grants, $378 per apartment, per month to meet the cost, from my estimation. If that is done, Co-op City will, according to some, no longer be affordable housing.

This possible increase in carrying charges has nothing discussing right now. As of writing this, I am unaware of ing through with the law and converting everything over to electric.

to submit a resolution to hire a lobbyist to try and persuade not have to change to electric power. If they cannot be persuaded, then I believe we need to vote them out and replace place and didn’t take Co-op City into account. Just like the

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In the extensive coverage in the Co-op City Times of the formation, I’m quoted as stating our most expensive rent is

up to speed. I was off by two bucks for our three-bedroom, six-room apartments’ before-the-increase averages. proximate monthly carrying charges” for our various sized Co-op City Times

And the term “average?” The term used in housing is “median.” The arithmetic middle cost of housing. Half pay more, half pay less. That way millionaires’ mansions or tents pitched in relatives’ backyards can’t skew an area’s average cost of housing.

Estimates are not comparable to other geographic levels due to methodology differences that may exist between different data sources.

Still, we can try to be careful, get up to speed, stay informed of issues affecting the circumstances of our homes and our surrounding area. Start on our coopcity.com website or at issuu.com/cctimes spreading misinformation and partial truths and before bellyaching in a public forum.

We can all do better, including us, cooperators. There could be more clarity and more transparency on everyone’s part but cooperators – applying more coordination, cooperation, and common sense – working together toward the common good – can keep our beloved community on the right track for decades to come.

stein. Decision makers, please keep rotating, broadcasting, videotaping, listening, and informing. To paraphrase a wise woman at another recent meeting, “[We] may not be happy with all the answers, but [our] concerns have been addressed.”

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CCPD Offers Tips to Prevent Identity Theft during Income Tax Season

Public Safety Report

As taxpayers are rushing to file their tax returns before the deadline, they should be aware of the potential for scams to take place. Co-op City Department of Public Safety (CCPD) offers useful precautions residents should take to avoid becoming a victim of identity theft. Unscrupulous criminals have even found a way to use Americans’ eagerness to receive their tax refund as a means to attempt identity theft. The following information will help prevent you from becoming the victim of identity theft in all situations.

Federal, state and local agencies are constantly investigating incidents where another person’s Social Security number may be used to file fraudulent tax returns. There have been instances where an active tax filer’s Social Security number was used, a dependent child’s Social Security number was used and even a deceased person’s Social Security was utilized to file a fraudulent tax return. Thieves may buy and sell these Social Security numbers from individuals, employers, hospitals, nursing homes, schools or other sources. All of these instances are serious crimes and can result in severe penalties.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recommends filing your tax return early to beat the scammers to your refund. After filing, check the status of your refund at www.irs.gov/Refunds. Make sure you know and trust your tax preparer. Never give out personal information unless you are 100% sure of who you are speaking with. Always shred any documents or mail which contains personal information.

With many American households anxiously awaiting a Federal and State tax refund, criminals have attempted to gain access to people’s bank accounts. E-mails and phone calls have been received requesting bank account information. The caller promises that payment will be deposited right into your bank account. We are receiving reports this year that scammers have found a way to have fraudulent information appear on the caller identification on your telephone. This is a new technique, but it is the same old scam with a new face. The scam artist will not deposit money into your account but rather will make a hefty withdrawal. No United States government agency will call you to request your bank account number. The Internal Revenue states that they make initial contact by mail in all cases.

It is very important for everyone to remember to never give out bank account numbers, Personal Identification Numbers (P.I.N.), Social Security numbers or other confidential numbers which can provide access to financial records, unless you initiate the contact. Legitimate bank employees should never call up customers requesting this information. Bank employees should be aware that cus-

Public Safety Blotter

March 19 – March 25, 2023

March 20

100 Debs Place

A cooperator reported her mailbox is broken and unable to lock. She suspects it may have been tampered with. The cooperator notified USPS.

Erdman Place

CCPD responded to a call of a person loitering the 25th floor stairwell “A.” Upon arrival, Public Safety officers discovered a female cooperator loitering on the staircase. The shareholder was issued a Community Complaint for loitering.

120 Benchley Place

A Riverbay employee reported his work locker was damaged. The investigation is ongoing.

140 Donizetti Place

CCPD responded to a call of youths loitering on the stairwell. Upon arrival, officers encountered six (6) youths loitering on the stairwell. Further investigation disclosed all six students were absent from the Bronx Health Sciences High School. All six youths were returned under escort to their high school where they were remanded to school officials.

March 22

2099 Asch Loop

Upon returning to his parked vehicle in Garage 5, a cooperator observed that the catalytic converter was removed from his vehicle. The shareholder was referred to the NYPD for additional investigation and follow-up.

March 23

140 DeKruif Place

A cooperator reported being the

victim of a telephone swindle where a large sum of money was given to an unknown individual as a result of the scam. The shareholder was referred to the NYPD for additional investigation and follow-up.

120 Bellamy Loop

A cooperator reported that a confirmed delivered package was removed from in front of her apartment door by an unknown individual. The investigation is ongoing.

March 24

120 Alcott Place

A cooperator reported that a confirmed delivered package was removed from in front of her apartment door by an unknown individual. The investigation is ongoing.

March 25

2047 Bartow Avenue

CCPD responded to the Dollar Tree store for a male leaving the store after removing numerous items from the store without paying and leaving the establishment. CCPD supervisor and officers canvassed the area and discovered a suspect meeting the description on Bartow Avenue. The suspect was subsequently positively identified. The male was found to be in possession of the stolen items removed from the Dollar Tree store and placed under arrest.

99 Asch Loop

A Riverbay supervisor reported seeing an unknown male pushing the garage exit barrier arm up and exiting the garage without paying. The investigation is ongoing.

tomers know not to give out this type of information by telephone. Take down the employee’s name and phone number, make certain it matches the number you have on record for the financial institution. Only once you are sure that you are actually speaking with an employee from your bank should you even speak about your finances.

Always shred financial documents with personal information and account numbers before you discard them. Switch your accounts to electronic delivery to minimize paper clutter and lost statements. Never click on unsolicited e-mails, instead type a web address into your browser. Scam e-mails are often made to look like real bank e-mails. Misspelling and grammatical errors are often indicators that the e-mail is a fraud. Contact www.OnGuardOnline.gov if you suspect e-mail fraud. Be wary if you receive a check from a financial institution that you are not expecting. Reports have been received of persons receiving an unsolicited check in an express mail envelope. If this check is deposited into your account, the funds will not be available and you will be responsible for money. Never wire money with the anticipation of receiving more money in the future. This scam pops up in a variety of different ways – apartment rentals on Craigslist, merchandise being sold on eBay, winning a sweepstakes, long lost relative in another country, job as a Mystery Shopper, etc. When in doubt, contact the police.

We only hear about the high profile cases of breach of credit card information such as in the Equifax and Uber incidents or the infamous past Target, eBay and Home Depot incidents. Anytime you swipe your credit card, it can be at risk. Carefully check your credit card statements to insure there are no unauthorized charges. If something about a merchant does not seem right, utilize a different form of payment. In most cases, credit card companies do not hold you accountable for unauthorized charges. Debit cards do not always carry the same level of protection.

AARP also offers informative material about fraud protection at www.aarp. org/money/scams-fraud/. The information is geared for persons 50 or older, but all ages can benefit from the information provided. There is also a quiz to see how knowledgeable you are about fraud prevention. You can even sign up for fraud alert newsletters.

Monitor your credit reports with all three credit bureaus at least once per year. Free credit reports are available at www.AnnualCreditReport.com or by calling 1-877-322-8228. Place a “Fraud Alert” on your account(s), if identity theft is suspected – Equifax: 1-800-525-6285, Experian: 1-888-397-3742, and Trans Union: 1-800-680-7289.

Also report any suspected identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission online at www.ftc.gov/idtheft.com, by phone 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-438-4338, or by mail at Identity Theft Clearinghouse, Federal Trade Commission, Washington, DC 20580. Reporting identity theft to the Federal Trade Commission helps law enforcement officials across the country in their investigations.

Take steps to protect your identity and be a smart consumer. Call the authorities immediately if you suspect you may have become the victim of identity theft. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

April is known as National Autism Awareness Month as well as Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month. Take this opportunity to learn about these topics and see what you can do to help. Knowledge is power; the more you learn, the stronger you become.

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

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

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

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites:

www.Indeed.com

www.Glassdoor.com

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

Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department. Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

Board Meeting in Section 5, 3/22/2023

A lot of cooperators showed up for our board meeting in section 5 on March 22, 2023. So, let’s go over a few things that happened during this meeting.

In-kind Donations

March

Financial Issues

Despite what you may have read, we have a lot of financial issues here. Therefore, we just had a 7.5 percent increase on January 1, 2023. And, now, can you believe that our board is reviewing our budgets to perhaps lessen or avert another increase? But, think, why is this happening when we will make over $260 million within this fiscal year?

Lawsuits

Riverbay is currently defending 115 lawsuits. And, 78 percent of these lawsuits are by cooperators that are suing their own corporation. Regardless, all of our cooperators will ultimately pay for these lawsuits with increased insurance premiums and legal fees.

Doggie Bags

Recently, I received some photos about how some cooperators are using the grassy areas near building 24 (on Co-op City Blvd., near the baseball fields.) to let their dog do their business. Furthermore, statements were made during our section 5 meeting that our workers are filling the doggie stations with bags. Thereafter, some cooperators are taking out all of the garbage bags.

Look, this type of foolishness is wrong. You do not take out all of the bags for your personal use.

Bottom line: Talking and writing lots of articles will not get some of our cooperators to clean up after their dog. Therefore, we need for some of our officers to video the cooperators that are not cleaning up after their dogs. Then, they need to issue community complaints to them.

Killer Curb Garbage

As you’re going into section 5, near that bridge, there is a winding section of the road that has been described as “killer curb.” And, during the meeting, a lot of complaints were made about the garbage that is piled up near killer curb. So, management needs to have a discussion with NYC officials about cleaning up that area.

A former director along with other cooperators discussed the process of Riverbay limiting their in-kind donations to some of our community groups. However, let’s see if we can look at this matter in a better way.

As cited above, Riverbay is going to make more than $260 million this year. Therefore, in my opinion, we need to look out for the children, the teens, and everyone else here. So, can Riverbay do a few nice things for everyone? Educational activities? Big, inflatable toys? Sports, games, and other activities? Dances? Concerts? Fireworks shows? Movies?

If yes, then, our community groups should develop some plans with Riverbay to put on these activities. Riverbay should then fund these activities and provide everything that’s needed. No nonsense! Thereafter, our community groups can make everything happen. And, everyone can have a wonderful time.

Bottom line: We make a lot of money here. However, in my opinion, we need to drastically reduce our budgets so that we can thrive. Summertime? We can have nice summer events here. After-school programs? Riverbay can work with good community groups and offer after-school programs in our huge community rooms. We can also have programs for everyone. I want everyone to enjoy Co-op City.

Convector Problems

There were a lot of complaints about convector leaks. So, we need to consider that the laws in NYS are going to eventually prevent us from using natural gas to operate our power plant, our stoves, and our convectors.

Therefore, we need to start having discussions with our politicians about obtaining grants to update the electrical systems in our buildings. Thereafter, we can have systems developed to provide heat and cool air in our apartments. Leaks? Riverbay can help you with convector leaks. Also, you can go on your electronic device and type in ‘universal absorbent socks.’ Thereafter, you’ll see that lots of people place them around leaky devices to absorb and contain gallons of water from flowing throughout a floor.

Brown Water

There were complaints about brown water in some

apartments. So, Riverbay is going to have our water systems tested.

Lobby

Doors Not Staying Closed

Our lobby doors are ADA compliant. However, our lobby doors will not stay closed on windy days. So, my suggestion is that we should talk to a manufacturer about this problem. Thereafter, they can design a device that will exert pressure on the doors so that they will close at a reasonable pace. Then, that exerted pressure will help our doors to stay in a closed position.

Verizon

Verizon should start installing their wires in section 5 in June 2023. They will probably finish their work in Co-op City in December 2024. New Restaurant – Bartow Westside Wings Corp, LLC. will be taking over that Arby’s spot.

Resolution #23-16 Controversy

Riverbay presented a bid for $276,800 to replace 8 transformers. However, Riverbay placed a 15% contingency fee of $41,520 on top of this bid. Why? Well, the reasoning was that management would not have to return to the board if the overall price exceeded the original bid price.

Anyway, a vote was taken, and the contingency fee was removed from the resolution. Fine? No!!! Look, the bidder knows that he can probably still get $41,520 extra. So, do you think that he is going to leave $41,520 on the table? What about a future change order? Anyway, I voted no. But, the majority of the board voted yes after the contingency fee was removed.

Close

Please consider attending one of our future meetings. Thank you.

Contact Information

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

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

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Quality of Life/Dogs

Shareholders First – We Matter. Estimados Compañeros Accionistas, Calidad de Vida/Perros

Somos accionistas primero: Nosotros importamos.

I want to thank the many shareholders and cooperators who attended the Open Board Meeting last Wednesday evening at the Einstein Center’s Room 45, especially those who stepped up to the microphone to voice their concerns and opinions.

Although the meeting was scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m., the actual start time was 7:55 p.m. In offering my apologies for our tardiness, it is important that everyone attending the Open Board meeting know that your Board members and upper Management were meeting outlook (carrying charges), therefore, the extended participation was absolutely essential.

Brown Water

In taking a moment to address two of our shareholders who came to speak before the Board, I want to thank them for bringing the “brown water” back into the discussion. Back in August of 2021, I contacted the

in touch with a DEP representative who basically explained that the “brown water” was probably the result of the DEP shutting down the Catskill Aqueduct for an all-important rehabilitation project, which included the removal and replacement of century old valves along 74 northern miles of the Aqueduct.

The DEP representative went on to suggest that they which at that time, was providing 250 million gallons of water per day to the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn.

The representative further acknowledged that there were taste and smell issues (along with color) of the water being delivered to our homes. I shared that information in my Director’s viewpoint in the August 28, 2021 edition of the Co-op City Times.

meeting, I felt it necessary to ask Assemblyman Benethe same time, it is my understanding that Management will also look at the complaints made by our residents during the meeting to see if they can determine whether or not the issue is with supply, or an internal issue.

the DEP’s contact me immediately with assurances that

Open Board Meeting Follow-Ups

should the issue not be internal, that I can contact them so that the DEP can perform their methods of testing the water coming into our buildings, and throughout

tive track, I recommend that all concerned residents consider the following resources: https://health.ny.gov/environmental/water/drinking/nyc_nassau_county_feasibility_ port.pdf

of course, 311 for immediate reporting of a problem. Brown Water Cooperators Know About Riverbay Management performs the task of making certain that our water tanks (housed on the roofs of our buildings) have to be cleaned periodically. These tanks hold the domestic water supply for the hot and cold water coming into our apartments. When the tanks are in our buildings, at the elevator bays, and distribute time of the discontinuance of water coming into our apartments. The messaging usually allows for 8 to

to: “Please make sure that you keep your faucets in a closed position.” back with great pressure, and if your faucets were left

the water is restored, it usually comes out as dirty brown residue laden water, a result of the tanks being cleaned. Therefore, run the water until it appears clear. There is one important step that does not appear on the notice, however, everyone needs to always do this. Clean the

The residue from all of that brown water is being passed through a cet. The housing for the and the round silver mesh and scrubbed with an

old toothbrush and dish liquid. After performing that reassembly can be a little tricky, so if hand strength, eyesight, or manual dexterity is an issue, by all means, ask for assistance.

It should be understood that by not performing the water through dirt and residue. The build-up of residue

Thirty-four (34) shareholders signed up to address

At the risk of overkill, I only want to say this again. water coming from the convectors in our apartments come from blockages within the convectors’ piping. Blockages that are basically microbial and can be removed from our piping. I estimate that the cost of removing microbial blockages from our convector pipes If the water is allowed to pass through our system, then chanically related.

current stated price, would cost approximately $3.25 million, without the installation costs. Then there’s the price for the installation of a digital storage safe for our in the possession of Management for entry into your apartment when the water shut-off alarm in the device sounds off.

At this particular moment in time, (we) the Corporation, need to look for savings, not excessive spending, at every level of business.

As always, thank you for reading my viewpoint. I can be reached at: rsaunders@riverbayboard.com.

Board of Directors’ Meeting - March 29, 2023

Insurance Resolution #23-18

SUBMITTED BY: Monique Coleman

SECONDED BY: Michelle Marbury

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: March 29, 2023

WHEREAS, Riverbay’s Non-Power Plant Property Insurance Policy expires 3/31/23; and

WHEREAS, the expiring Property Insurance Policy was a three (3) layered program with multiple insurance carriers totaling $621.5 Million of coverage for the Non-Power Plant properties for an annual premium of $5,145,137 including broker fee, TRIA and taxes; and

WHEREAS, the Director of Risk Management, after an extensive marketing program through USI Insurance Services, Inc., Riverbay’s Property Insurance broker, because of a continued hardening market due to limited capacity, adverse property losses throughout the country and a 20% increase in Riverbay’s Total Insured Value (TIV), recommends placing the Non-Power Plant Property Insurance policy in a four (4) layered program for an annual premium, including broker fee, TRIA and taxes, not to exceed $7,815,185, a 51.89% increase, for the policy period 3/31/23 – 3/31/24.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board approves placing the Non-Power Plant Property Insurance Policy program in the same format and coverage amounts as noted above for an annual premium, including broker fee, TRIA and taxes, not to exceed $7,815,185 for the policy period 3/31/23–3/31/24.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.

YES: Coleman, Cylich, Feliciano, Leslie, Richardson, Rosario, Sampson, Saunders, Watson, Wright

NO: Johnson, Lambright, Marbury

ABSTAIN: Smith

ABSENT: Peterson

Bartow Mall Parking Alert

Shareholders, guests and shoppers are reminded that there is a two-hour parking limit in the Bartow Mall.

Parking is for the exclusive use of customers while shopping in the commercial establishments within the Bartow Mall. The twohour limit is posted in the parking lot. Vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense.

Emergency Resolution #23-19

SUBMITTED BY: Claudia Sampson

SECONDED BY: Bernie Cylich, Michelle Marbury & Anika Green-Watson

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: March 29, 2023

WHEREAS, 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 for Riverbay Corporation based on maintaining the current level of services for shareholders; and

WHEREAS, the proposed budget also includes funding for the Five-Year Capital Plan which will provide necessary infrastructure repairs to Co-op City; and

WHEREAS, the proposed budget requires a 2.1% increase in carrying charges effective April 1, 2024 in order to maintain a balanced budget through March 31, 2025 all subject to review, analysis and discussion with the NYS HCR; and

WHEREAS, the average carrying charge per room, per month is $255.87 and this amount includes utilities, that became effective January 1, 2023 based on authorization by the NYS HCR; and

WHEREAS, the 2.1% carrying charge increase effective April 1, 2024 will raise the current average carrying charges from $255.87 per room, per month to $261.24 per room, per month; This increase will enable Riverbay Corporation to meet its obligations; and

WHEREAS, the Transient Parking and Parking Pass rates were last increased in July 2021, effective April 1, 2023 those rates will be increased 30%; and

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE, RESOLVED: that the proposed is approved and Management and the Board President are authorized to process the necessary application with the NYS HCR for the above stated carrying charge increase. Upon the NYS HCR’s review and approval, Management is authorized to implement the carrying charge increase that the Commissioner of the NYS HCR authorizes.

And that the Transient Parking and Parking Pass rate increase of 30% is approved and Management and the Board President are authorized to submit these increase requests to the NYS HCR, and be effective April 1, 2023.

YES: Coleman, Cylich, Feliciano, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Richardson, Rosario, Sampson, Saunders, Smith, Watson, NO: Johnson, Wright

ABSENT: Peterson

When driving in garages, follow all posted directional signs and speed limits. Stay aware of your surroundings. Watch out for pedestrians.

Letters

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Equal Rights Amendment

To the Editor:

This is written in response to a letter supporting the “Equal Rights Amendment” in last week’s Co-op Times. It should be recognized that there were also many women who opposed the E.R.A. because no one could predict what changes the passage of this law might lead to.

Critics who studied the E.R.A. feared that the bill, if passed, might have led to the possibility of women being drafted into the military, should the draft be re-instituted. Other concerns were the housing of female jail inmates with males, and women being forced to use toilets or changing rooms occupied by men. Since the bill failed twice, none of these concerns needed to be addressed.

I recall that the spokeswoman for a Black civil-rights organization called the ‘Equal Rights Amendment’ the ‘liftin’ and totin’ bill, because passage of the act might make it impossible for employers in the manual labor and service industries to allow female workers to carry disparate weights, when compared to men, and have certain accommodations.

For these reasons, among others, some of the American people have turned down the ERA repeatedly.

—David Hammer

Budget

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The current average carrying charge per room, per month, including utilities, is $255.87, as a result of a 7.5% increase that became effective January 1, 2023, following approval from the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR). The current proposal for a 2.1% maintenance increase would raise the current average carrying charge per room, per month to $261.24, and, together with increases for transient parking and parking pass rates, enable

Implementation of the proposed increase in April 2024 requires approval from the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR), the supervisory agency for Mitchell-Lama developments such as Co-op City. Resolution 23-19 resolves that with the Board’s approval of the two-year budget for 2023/24 and 2024/25, the Board President and

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“The live chat is a form of customer messaging software that allows customers to speak directly with a Riverbay representative,” Ms. Matthias said. “Live chat is a messaging system which works as a pop-up chat window within the Riverbay website. By offering an instant way of asking questions, we are meeting the shareholders’ needs and helping them to a better customer journey.”

After scrolling down on coopcity.com’s main page, shareholders will see an English and Spanish queue that they can click on and begin typing in their questions into a small pop-up window.

The pop-up window will be where shareholders can communicate directly with a Riverbay representative with any concerns or questions they might need answered.

Shareholders will be able to access the live chat feature on any desktop, laptop, smart phone or tablet device.

The live chat feature will be available Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m.

“I am happy that we are moving forward with increasing our customer service to shareholders by implementing this added service to our website,” said Cary Smith III, Riverbay’s Assistant Executive General Manager. “We are continuing to listen to our shareholders and working on making it more convenient for them to request assistance and interact with the corporation.”

Shareholders can also call the Riverbay Call Center at 718-320-3300 and select Option #2 to speak to a Riverbay representative who can assist with issuing work orders for apartments. assist shareholders with work orders related toing, as explained on coopcity.com’s “Shareholders” page information tab.

Important Notice to clubs, and religious and community organizations

Please remember that the deadline for submission of articles from clubs, religious institutions and community organizations is 3 p.m. each MONDAY. Articles received af-

Management are now authorized to submit a carrying charge increase application to HCR. In considering the increase application, the state will review and analyze Riverbay’s proposed budgets, solicit comments from shareholders and hold a carrying charge conference with shareholders before the Riverbay’s application.

Resolution 23-19 was submitted by Board Director Claudia Sampson and seconded by Directors Bernie Cylich, Michelle Marbury & Anika Green-Watson. The resolution passed with support from Directors Sampson, Cylich, Marbury and Green-Watson as well as Directors Monique Coleman, Board President Sonia Feliciano, and Directors Kevin Lambright, Andrea Leslie, Leah Richardson, Bishop Angelo Rosario, Rod Saunders and Jacqueline Smith. Board

Directors Daryl Johnson and Lynette Wright voted no, and Director Leslie Peterson abstained.

On Wednesday night, the Board also approved Resolution 23-18 for Riverbay’s non-Power Plant Plant property insurance policy which was expiring on March 31, 2023 (See resolutions on page 11).

The resolution was submitted by Director Coleman, chair of the Board’s insurance committee, and seconded by Director Marbury. It passed with a 10-3 vote with one abstention, and one absence. Including Directors Coleman and Marbury, others voting in favor of the resolution included Directors Cylich, Feliciano, Leslie, Richardson, Rosario, Sampson, Saunders, Green-Watson and Wright. Directors Johnson, Lambright and Marbury voted no, Director Smith abstained and Director Peterson was absent.

The deadline for Directors’ viewpoints is 5 p.m. on MONDAYS

Submissions must be emailed to cctimes@ riverbaycorp.com.

cares about.”

––Margaret Wheatley

––H. Overman

Women Represent!

Section Five Association

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The Objective of the SFA shall be:

“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” –Henry Ford

––H. Overman

African-American Association

Do You Know of Anna Julia Cooper?

A Voice from the South: By a Black Woman of the South

Footnotes: The National Park Service Join us!

The AAACC sponsored programs:

A Voice from the South

––Michelle Marbury

National Council of Negro Women

April 2023 Is Autism Acceptance Month

Health Committee

We are collaborating with Assemblyman Benedetto’s plans to have a mobile mammography unit

Bethune-Height Recognition Program

––Joyce Howard

Anna Julia Cooper Photo Courtesy of Blackpast

Good day, fellow shareholders.

Firstly, I was pleased to meet Ms. Rozaan Boone, Editor-in-Chief of the Co-op City Times, at the Open Board meeting. I was delighted to make her acquaintance had the chance to have a quick conversation with Bob Klehammer, Executive General Manager of Co-op City. I was surprised at how approachable he was, mainly because I needed to discuss with him how the climate of the meeting had become a little tense for a minute. It does not matter where I lived; we fought if there was a board. Nothing should be taken personally; it is business. And

Spring is in the air! We will soon start seeing the leaves growing on the trees, venturing outside and enjoying the beautiful weather, we are sure their pets will accompany them. We request that shareholders with pets be more attentive when cleaning up behind their animals. It makes the space more enjoyable for your fellow cooperators and creates a safer environment for our pets (multiple infectious diseases are transmitted through animal waste). If your children walk the pets, please ensure they do the right thing. No one enjoys having to duck and dodge animal waste on their walking paths.

Shareholders, elections for Board members will be happening soon. Co-op are imminent! For one, our convectors need to be replaced, and Riverbay is At the meeting, there were many complaints. The easy things will be resolved. The big-ticket items will understandably take longer. We need additional Board members with the knowledge and skill to help us with expensive capital projects. If you are a shareholder with the intelligence and skills necessary to assist, please run for a position! We are supposed to be an affordable community. At the rate we are going, affordability will go right out the window!

In addition to our other issues, we have a shareholder in the building no one has seen for some time, and neighbors are concerned. Riverbay will not disclose information about you to anyone not a family member. If you live alone, it would be wise to give a neighbor the number of a close friend or relative if anything happens to you. It would surprise you to know how many neighbors are concerned about you. So please, give a few people an emergency contact number. lost loved ones, you are all in our prayers.

Take care now, and walk good!

Emergency Food Pantry (Free)

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 black shopping bags because black ink can transfer to the food, posing a health hazard. We require masks and physical distancing.

Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at

Sections 1-4 guests will register or recertify at the 920 Baychester location, while Section 5 guests go to the Co-op City United Methodist Church. Required documentation is as follows: NY State Driver’s license, NY State -

required for all 2022 registered guests wanting to continue visiting the pantry in 2023. These guests must also show the required documentation listed above. Guests should apply by the end of April 2023 even if they do not plan to pick up food until later in the year.

All occupants within a household must be present at the time of registration/

Black Forum has used orange bags to pack monthly packages for distribution. The cost of the bags has tripled, so the pantry will pack the canned goods directly in bags you provide. Thus, four to six sturdy and clean (non-black) bags reserve the right to not provide certain items if we believe cross contamination

Black Forum is not sponsoring in-person defensive driving classes at this time, but an online version of the course is available at the Empire Safety Council website: to receive a discount.

Contact Us: Reach out to us at coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

––D. Illis

Bingo Cruise & Casino trip on August 22, 2023. All are cordially invited to a two-hour all-you-can-eat buffet, Bingo, a DJ and entertainment aboard the

payment is due April 20th, 3rd th June 15th

––James Payne

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

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

– Amazon lockers have been placed outside in the rear of Buildings

– Our next meeting will be held on April 13 at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.) in the Building 10 Association Room (rear lobby of Bldg. 10B). Our guest speakers will be Rod Saunders, Riverbay Board Director; and Lynette Wright, Riverbay Board Director. Face masks are preferred. We are looking forward to seeing everyone. Light refreshments will be served.

On Saturday, April 15, from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. in the Building 10 Association Room (rear lobby of Building 10B), a workshop will be held on self-care. The workshop will be hosted by our very own Karina Wil-

Back by popular demand, our annual Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, April 29. We are looking forward to some tasty treats. The collection of building association dues for 2023 has begun. Building association dues are $10 per apartment. You can bring your dues to the building association meeting or give to any executive -

eryone who has contributed to the building association dues collection. For emergencies, call Co-op City

If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in emotional distress,

You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook the happenings in and around Building 10.

We would like to wish all who are born in April an incredibly happy birthday. Celebrating an anniversary this month? Happy anniversary!

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

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

Greetings, 21er’s!

Last week, we had our 21 Association meeting. Special thanks to Riverbay Board President Sonia Feliciano for attending as our special guest. Notably, Ms. Feliciano was actually coming out of a conference on another call and took the time to stay with us for as long as it took to answer every question asked of her. We covered the Open Board meeting of March 22 and the importance of every shareholder at these meetings and events. Thanks also to those of you who attended from our building; we had attendees from Building 20.

The next 21 Association meeting will be held via Zoom at 7 p.m. on April 27. A correction from last week,join in by going to: 21WatchParty.com, not 21associationWatchParty.com. You can join on your mobile/cellular phone, personal computer or laptop.

Hello, shareholders, friends, and a welcome to our new shareholders. Our next Building 23 Association Meeting is April 19 at 7:00 p.m. in our Association Room. We post our meeting notices near the elevators and in our Building 23 Association Bulletin Board in the lobby near our elevators.

1. bers and distribute to each neighbor

2. Co-op City Times

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4. Promote

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That’s all we ask! That’s it!

gaining information: email: 21association@gmail.com; attend the monthly general meetings via Zoom video conference on the fourth Thursday of every month. Everyone from all buildings plan to come and join us at Building 21. Bring a friend.

“Each one of us multiplied by all of us equals a force for good.”

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 Nafoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th American History.

for Women’s Hisyer, ordained minister, community leader and advocate; the conversation was a unique perspective on the needs of our community. She believes strongly in the importance of diversity and representation on the bench because of its impact on access to justice, fairness and equality.

“Justice for all is not just a slogan… it’s a way of life. I have spent my life serving our community and helping others. Becoming a Civil Court Judge is not just a job… it’s a calling.” –Cynthia

Isales

114 Years of Dedication Resilience Impact

sion would not be possible without a network of dedicated local activists and community leaders, who want to see Black America thrive just as much as we Thank you. –Membership Chair Brenda Brown

in Building 23. Lines F, G, H, J and K experienced water damage and/or leakconcerns are not addressed timely. We will continue to monitor this situation and will keep everyone updated. Thanks also to our Building 23 president, Leah Graham and her team for organizing the impromptu Friday, March 24th meeting with Riverbay’s Management.

a.m. to noon. Location: Building 23 Association Room, 140 Benchley Place.

Upcoming 2023 Board of Election. Please come out and vote!

Encourage your neighbors to read the Co-op City Times and join your Building Association meetings and activities. More information to follow at our upcoming April 19 Association Meeting.

Our Association Room is available for shareholders to use the space for learning programs for our Bldg. 23 children, tutoring, game and Movie Night activities.

Although March was Women’s History Month, we continue to honor and recognize all women throughout the year. Wishing happy birthday to those born in April. Well wishes to the sick and shut-in!

––Betty Smith

. Freshman and current students, full-time, send email to: champss@mec.cuny.edu.

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Become a member, gift a Box 75-3111, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

To review information about Co-op City

Section 4 Partnership

Our next gathering Zoom.

S4P Mission Statement: Building Associations and Committees

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

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Building 13 Association

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Below is a note from the NYC Organization of Public Retirees: Save the Dates:

Visit our Facebook page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City.

––Leslie Peterson

Caregivers Outreach Mentorship Empowerment

Decisions and Choices Family Caregivers Face

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

MetroCard Bus

The bus only makes one stop in Co-op City: Some services offered by the bus are:

For more MetroCard information, please visit new.mta.info/fares.

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––Diane Cooper

Be a Good Cooperator! Bring a copy of the Co-op City Times to your homebound neighbors on Saturday mornings!

2023 Riverbay Board Election Rules and Regulations

GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATIVE TO THE RIVERBAY CORPORATION’S 2023 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION Adopted March 8, 2023

A. GENERAL RULES

1. The Election Committee of the Board of Directors of the Riverbay Corporation (hereinafter, the “Election Committee” or “Committee”) shall be established during the month of January of each calendar year, or as soon thereafter as feasible.

2. The election of Directors of Riverbay Corporation will commence on Monday, May 1, 2023 at 6:00 a.m. and continue through 9:00 p.m. on Friday, May 26, 2023, (hereafter “Election Day”). If an of-

if otherwise valid, shall be counted. The Election Committee reserves the right to extend voting hours. The Annual Shareholders Meeting will occur virtually and, if possible, in person, on Monday, May 1, 2023, at 7:30 PM.

3. to serve on the Board of Directors of the Riverbay any unexpired terms.

4. The election shall be supervised by the Election Committee.

(a) The Chairperson of the Committee, (hereinafter “Chairperson”) shall be a member of the Board of Directors of the Riverbay Corporation (hereinafter “Board”), who is not a candidate in the election. The Chairperson shall be appointed by the President of the Board (the “President”), and approved by the Board.

(b) The Chairperson shall recommend to the President the appointment of such additional residents as the Chair deems prudent for membership on the Election Committee. All members shall be resident shareholders, appointed by the President and approved by the Board.

(c) The Committee shall be assisted by Riverbay’s General Counsel.

(d) No member of the Committee or their immediate family shall in any way engage in any campaigning either for or against a candidate or slate of candidates. Committee members shall, to the extent reasonably possible, refrain from publicly commenting upon any issue in the campaign and shall not engage in any activity that may create the appearance of partiality.

The Chairperson of the Committee shall refrain from writing viewpoints during the period comtion and continuing through the date of the election, including any extended period.

(e) A member of the Committee who violates the provisions of Paragraph A (4) (d) or whose family member violates the provisions of Paragraph A (4) (d) shall immediately be removed from the Committee.

(f) Nothing contained herein shall be construed as limiting a member of the Committee or a member of his/her immediate family from voting.

5. There will be one vote per occupied unit by residents who were shareholders of record on March 22, 2023. Quorum shall be determined based upon one share per occupied unit and not based upon a percentage of dwelling units.

6. Voting, by mail or electronically, shall be deemed to be “in-person” and will commence at 6:00 AM on Monday, May 1, 2023 and conclude at 9:00 PM on Friday, May 26, 2023, unless extended in ballot issued by Riverbay is received before 6:00 AM on Monday, May 1, 2023 it shall not be disif otherwise valid

B. RULES FOR ELIGIBILITY OF CANDIDATES

1. A candidate must be a resident shareholder aspancy agreement and the current Occupants Annualtinue to reside in Co-op City for the entire term of

2. No more than one resident shareholder of a single unit may be a candidate for the Board; and no more than one resident shareholder from a single unit may concurrently serve as a Director.

3. No candidate may be indebted to Riverbay on are counted. If a candidate is indebted to Riverbay on any of those days, the candidate will be disqualithroughout the election period for unpaid carrying charges or other debts to Riverbay until the candidate is sworn in, if elected. A candidate shall not be indebted to Riverbay for purposes of this rule if their monthly carrying charges and maintenance are fully paid by the 10th day of the month in which it is due. At the close of business one day prior to the Riverbay’s Finance Director will provide a written list to the Chair of the Election Committee of all candidates’ indebtedness to Riverbay, if any.

4. Prospective candidates may, after signing the required authorizations for background checks and -

for election to the Board if they:

• are shareholders of record;

• maintain their primary residence at Riverbay, Corporation,

• do not hold a political party position or public

• have not been convicted of a crime against the Corporation,

• have not been removed from the Corporation’s Board of Directors, or from employment with the Corporation for cause; and

• are otherwise in compliance with the requirelaws, governing documents and their occupancy agreement.

(a) Prospective candidates shall sign and complete a Statement of Intent in the form annexed hereto as Exhibit A, and submit the executed Statement of Intent to the Election Committee by email, addressed to Riverbay2023Election@riverbaycorp.com, on or before midnight on March 24, 2023. In the event that the prospective candidate lacks access to email, then the prospective candidate shall return the completed Statement of Intent to the Public Safety Department, attention Riverbay 2023 Election Committee. On the prospective candidate will be checked and a background check shall be initiated.

(b) A candidate who is current on a written arrearage agreement shall be considered current on charges to Riverbay if such candidate is not otherwise indebted to Riverbay.

(c) In addition to the Statement of Intent, prospective candidates must also execute and return with the Statement a document acknowledging the candidate’s receipt of the Rules, the candidate’s agreement to abide by the Rules, and an authorization to perform a background check of the candidate

C. RULES FOR CERTIFICATION OF CANDIDATES

1. The Committee will verify a prospective canby 12:00 noon on Friday, March 31, 2023. Notice in the Co-op City Times on Saturday, April 1, 2023.

2. on the Rules for all candidates or their designees on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8:00 PM.

3. A random drawing will be made to determine the order of placement of candidate statements and free campaign ads in each of the three election issues of the Co-op City Times and the order of speakers at the Candidates’ Forums. The drawing for order of

speakers will also determine the relative position of each candidate’s name on a ballot. Candidate names on the ballot will automatically rotate. The name of each candidate on the ballot must correspond to the name of the candidate as it appears on his/her occupancy agreement and signature card, or the name by which each candidate is commonly known.

D. CAMPAIGNING STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

1. Except as provided in Rule E (3), no audio and/ or video equipment, other than personal electronic devices, may be used at Election Forums, outdoors in Co-op City, or in building lobbies, elevators, or common areas, by candidates or by those campaigning for candidates in connection with the election.

2. The posting of all campaign signs, literature and other material (posters, gummed stickers, etc.) in Co-op City is prohibited except on personal property, or within a shareholder’s premises, with the is not limited to, lobbies, elevators, bulletin boards, walls, doors, garages, vehicles, commercial stores located on Riverbay property, and common areas. Candidates and their supporters are prohibited fromerty if said posting violates any City, State or Federal law.

(a) Residents, employees, candidates and their supporters may remove any improperly posted non-electronic campaign material, as a service to Co-op City, and the Committee will cause a notice to this effect to be published in the Co-op City Times.

(b) Candidates shall, if requested by the Committee, remove or modify any electronic campaign material or data posted to any website, Facebook page, Twitter account, Instagram account, or similar electronic forum, under the Candidate’s control, if the Committee, in its opinion, believes that said material is false, defamatory, deceptive, or constitutes a personal attack on another candidate. Examples of a personal attack include, but are not limited to, comments upon a candidate’s physical appearance, disability, religious beliefs, gender, race, mental state, mental capacity, or false assertions of criminal acts. In addition, Candidates shall, if requested by the Committee, disassociate themselves from, and request that any third-party or third-party website, Facebook page, Twitter account, Instagram account, or similar electronic forum, cease and desist from the publication of any emails, materials or posting relating to the election or any candidate for election, if the Committee, in its opinion, believes that said material is false, defamatory, deceptive or constitutes a personal attack on a candidate.

(c) Candidates shall not (i) use social media or email anonymously or under an assumed name, (ii) engage in personal attacks on fellow candidates or shareholders, or (iii) make defamatory statements. Any such conduct shall be a violation of these rules Committee.

(d) Candidates and/or their supporters, shall not use robo-calling or similar systems to contact shareholders for campaigning or election related purposes.

3. Except for the material prepared and published by Riverbay as described herein, all campaign material used, posted, transmitted or distributed by or for a candidate must include the name, address, or issued such email or campaign material, and in the case of an organization, the name of the chairperson or treasurer.

4. Campaign literature may be slipped under apartment doors between the hours of 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM, and campaign handouts are permitted.

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6. No member of the Election Committee, the Board, or any of Riverbay’s employees, management staff, or contractors, can participate in any prize(s) approved by the Board during the election period.

7. Riverbay shall not be liable for any defamatory statements made by any candidate, or by any person or entity in the course of the election campaign, nor shall Riverbay be required to insure, defend or indemnify any such candidate or conduct. Candidates agree to indemnify Riverbay for any and all costs and expense incurred by Riverbay, including attorney’s fees, incurred by Riverbay in the defense of any defamation claim arising out of any statement or publication of any kind made by said candidate, or by any person or entity acting on their behalf, during the election.

8. It is inappropriate for any person or entity doing business, or soliciting business with Riverbay, including present or prospective managing agents, contractors, vendors, professionals, unions, their employees, commercial tenants, or persons having a direct or indirect interest in such companies, to make campaign contributions or pay campaign expenses, whether in cash or in-kind, of persons running for the Board. Directors of a corporation acttion and are required to place the corporation’s interest above their personal interests. Accepting campaign contributions from parties who contract with the corporation creates at least an appearance of a

ingly accepts campaign contributions or payment of campaign expenses, direct or indirect, in cash or in-kind from any person or entity doing business or soliciting business from Riverbay, including but not limited to the managing agent, or any vendor, union, commercial tenant, professional or contractor, their employees, or persons having a direct or indirect in-

9. No campaigning shall commence until aftercludes, but is not limited to distribution of campaign materials, canvassing, public meetings, etc.

E. USE OF CO-OP CITY FACILITIES FOR CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES

1.rums conducted in person, if possible, and virtually. One forum shall take place on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 7:30 PM in the Dreiser Auditorium. The second forum shall take place on Saturday, April 29, 2023 at 3:00 PM in the Einstein Auditorium. The third forum shall take place on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 7:30 PM in Room 31 at Bartow.

(a) The Committee shall televise the forums over Riverbay’s public access channel and re-broadcast them on the web throughout the election period. The transmission by Riverbay of any statement made by any person at the forum shall not be an endorsement of any such comment or statement by Riverbay and Riverbay shall not be responsible for, nor shall it indemnify, any person or candidate who makes any false or defamatory statement.

ticipate in the forums in accordance with the rules and procedures established by the Committee. If a candidate cannot participate in the forum, and the candidate provides the Chairperson with the reason for non-participation, the Chairperson may announce the reason why the candidate cannot participate to the audience.

(c) The Committee shall establish rules and pro-

cedures for the civil conduct of all forums, including the establishment of time limits for questions and answers, the limiting of participation, the editing of statements, and the muting, either visual or auditory, or both, of individuals, including candidates, who, in the opinion of the Chairperson, are disruptive to the orderly conduct of the virtual forum or who engage in personal or malicious attacks, or who make defamatory statements.

2. The use of any outdoor space owned by Riverbay for public gatherings of three (3) or more people related to the election is prohibited.

3. No candidate or organization may use the facilities or public meeting areas, community rooms, lobbies, hallways, mail rooms, building association rooms, or similar areas of the Riverbay Corporation for gatherings of more than ten (10) individuals at one time, or for campaign rallies or activities, except as provided herein.

4. At no cost, Riverbay will publish pictures of each candidate and up to three (3) different narrative statements or articles by each candidate in successive print and electronic issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, April 15, 2023 issue. The Editor shall set the deadlines and technical standards for these submissions. All candidates’ articles will be reviewed by the Committee prior to publication. The Committee reserves the right to delete any material which in its exclusive opinion contains libelous statements, personal attacks, or material misstatement of fact.

(a) In conjunction with the statements described herein, Riverbay will also publish at no charge a ¼-page campaign ad by each candidate in successive print and electronic issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, April 15, 2023 issue. The same ad will be used in each of the issues and will appear opposite each candidate’s article for that week. The Editor shall set the deadlines and technical standards for these submissions. All ad copy will be reviewed by the Committee prior to publication. The Committee reserves the right not to publish, or to delete any material, which, in its opinion, constitutes a libelous statement, personal attack, or material misstatement of fact.

and continuing during the period of the campaign, board members who are not running for election shall be free to write Viewpoints of a “non-political” nature, except that a board member may endorse candidates in one viewpoint only. It shall not be deemed to be “political” for a non-candidate Board member to describe the activities and achievements of the Board as a whole, including the activities of any incumbent candidates. In the event Board members wish to publish a joint Viewpoint, they may do so, but only if the Viewpoint has been unanimously approved by the full Board.

(c) Management shall not endorse any candidate or slate of candidates. However, information of a non-political nature, for example, relating to the opproperty, or to an emergency may be published by Management during this period of time.

(d) In the event that an article appears in a print or electronic publication other than the Riverbay sponsored publication, which is currently titled the “ Co-op City Times, ” in which the actions of the Board as a whole, or of an individual Board member are challenged, the Board, or the individual Board member who is challenged, shall have the right to respond in the Co-op City Times to such challenge, without regard to whether the Board member is a candidate in the election and without regard to the political nature of the comment. Any such response

shall be limited to the subject matter of the challenge.

(e) Similarly, a candidate who is not a Board member may respond to a challenge directed at the conduct or action(s) of that individual candidate.

5. Campaign ads other than those provided by Riverbay may be placed in the Co-op City Times, subject to Paragraph D(3), but must be paid in full at least 48 hours before the normal deadline of an issue. The Committee will review all paid campaign ads prior to publication and reserves the right to reject any copy which, in its sole judgment, contains libelous statements, personal attacks or a material misstatement of fact.

6. (a) The election of directors to the Board is a right of residents of Co-op City. Employees living in Co-op City are encouraged to exercise their rights as residents of the community during the election within the scope of this policy. All Riverbay employees are reminded that as employees they have a duty of loyalty to Riverbay and should not engage in any activity that raises the appearance of impropriety. Participation in the electoral process must not interfere with employees’ work duties. All employees shall refrain from engaging in any activity that may be construed as an attempt to abuse their posielection. Examples of acts that may be an abuse of an employee position include soliciting donations for candidate(s), distributing campaign material for or against particular candidate(s), or engaging in any other activity that may reasonably be viewed as an abuse of position.

(b) Candidates who encourage, accept, or know-

(c) This policy does not affect employees’ right to engage in other concerted activities for the purpose of collective bargaining or other mutual aid or protection, or their right to refrain from any or all such activities.

F. BALLOTING AND CERTIFICATION

1. Voting will be by mail and by on-line, electronic ballots. The form and content of the ballot shall be approved by the Election Committee.

2. In accordance with Riverbay’s by-laws, only one vote per occupied residential unit, cast by a resident shareholder of record residing in said unit, shall be counted.

3. All ballots, including electronic ballots, must be cast by an eligible, residential shareholder of reCommittee determines to be reasonable, in its sole discretion.

4. Any eligible, resident shareholder of record residing in an occupied unit may vote, but only one ballot may be cast by a unit, regardless of the number of shareholders of record residing within said unit.

5. Mailing, tabulation, collection, processing, initial counting and preservation of election ballots shall be conducted by an independent, third-party company, selected by the Board pursuant to a written contract, duly approved in accordance with all corporate and regulatory requirements. A copy of any such contract, as well as the name and address of any such independent third-party, shall be published in the Co-op City Times

6. One ballot will be mailed by the independent third-party on or about April 27, 2023 to each residential unit occupied by one or more eligible residential shareholders of record at the address set forth for said shareholder(s) of record on Riverbay’s books and records as of March 22, 2023.

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7. In the event that more than one ballot is received from a single unit, only the earliest dated shall be counted. All other ballots received from said unit shall be disregarded, but preserved untiltion has passed.

8. Unless the voting period is extended or modCommittee, any mail-in ballot must be postmarked no later than May 26, 2023. Any electronic vote must be transmitted and received no later than 9:00 PM on May 26, 2023.

In the event that the voting period is extended or count any valid ballot cast by a shareholder eligible or by mail without regard to the postmarked date.

9.lots, shall be preserved until the time to challenge the election has lapsed.

10. The initial count, as recorded by the thirdparty independent company, shall be provided to set forth the total number of ballots cast, the total number of votes received by each candidate, the total number of votes cast for each candidate by basis therefore, and the total number of ballots required for a quorum.

11. public meeting to be conducted at 7:00 PM on of the election ballots. The meeting shall also be broadcast on Riverbay’s public access channel as made available on Riverbay’s YouTube page.

12. Upon completion of the count, the Committee obtained, the total number of votes cast, the total votes cast for each candidate, and the names of the candidates who have been elected, as follows: as having been elected to full three-year terms.expired term. of candidates by certifying the candidate with the next highest vote for each vacancy by the longest unexpired terms, if necessary, until all vacant seats

13. Unless an extended schedule is in effect, theyet been completed, as soon thereafter as possible Meeting. Posting may be by electronic means.

14. If a quorum is not reached, the Committee may recommend that the voting period be extended an extended voting schedule, during which time shareholders eligible to vote in the election who received a ballot but did not cast a vote, shall be allowed to cast their ballot. If a quorum is not reached may, in its discretion, either extend the voting period for an additional extended voting period, schedule a new election, or cancel the election. Until such time as a quorum is obtained and a valid election

G. DISQUALIFICATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MISCONDUCT

1. The Committee may recommend the disqualor impose an administrative charge, not to exceed

$300.00 per violation, on any candidate that it determines has violated, caused or knowingly permitted others to violate these Rules. The Committee may do so on its own initiative, or upon the complaint of another candidate or resident. However, the Committee is under no obligation to initiate a proceeding under this Section, or Section H, unless the Committee, in its sole discretion, believes it to be appropriate.

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candidate with notice of its intention to consider theducted a hearing in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section H below.

3. The Committee may impose an administrative charge, without conducting a formal hearing in accordance with Section H, if the Committee has provided the candidate with notice that it may impose such a fee, the reason the Committee is considering imposing a fee, and an opportunity for the candidate to appear before the Committee to contest the imposition of an administrative fee.

4.sion to impose an administrative fee will be delivered both electronically and personally to the candidate at the email address and street address provided

5. candidate is indebted to Riverbay and payment is due on the third business day following personal delivery of the notice. Failure to pay shall render the candidate ineligible for election.

6. Any candidate may object to a determination of the Committee to impose an administrative charge, determination to the candidate, request a review oftermination, or decline, with written explanation, to review the Committee’s determination. A request for a review shall not stay a candidate’s obligation to make payment of any administrative charge levied by the Committee.

H. CHALLENGES TO VOTING RESULTS

1. Any aggrieved resident or aggrieved candifor election, or the results of the election, or the election of any one candidate, based upon election irregularities or the failure of a candidate to meetperson of the challenge, by an email addressed to Riverbay

2. The challenge must be in writing. Such written the factual basis for the challenge. Any challenge by the Committee shall be on written electronic notice to the candidate, or candidates impacted by the personally at the addresses provided by the Candi-

3. A written challenge by a candidate or shareholder eligible to vote in the election must be delivered electronically to riverbaycorp.com Friday, June 2, 2023. The written challenge shall state the factual or legal basis for the challenge. Failure to Friday, June 2, 2023, shall preclude consideration of the challenge by the Committee. In the event a quorum was not obtained by the May 26, 2023 close on said day.

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without merit, it may dispense with a hearing and reject the challenge in writing.

5. If, after reviewing the challenge, the Committee determines that the challenge sets forth subany candidate or candidates, or the results of the

election, the Committee may hold a formal hearing, virtually or in-person at the discretion of the Committee, to review the challenge.

6. All hearings under this Section H shall be scheduled upon prior notice to the challenger and to or election are being challenged.

7. the challenge. The Chairperson may request that a of interest.

8. Upon notice of a formal hearing by the Com-davits to the Chairperson, setting forth the charges and facts upon which the challenge is based. Such delivered by the challenging party, to the opposing party’s e-mail address, at least one day before the scheduled hearing.

9. At the hearing, either party may present live, or virtual testimony supporting the challenge, subject to cross-examination.

10. The proceedings shall be recorded, however, any person or party requesting a copy or transcript of any such recording shall be responsible for the costs of producing said recording or transcript.

11. No witness will be allowed to present testimony except under oath as administered by the Chairperson. No witness will be called on behalf of a challenger, unless the challenger has submitted an providing the sum and substance of the witness’smittee and the opposing party in the manner set to appear at such hearing and may be subject to examination by the Committee or the challenged

12. At any hearing, General Counsel to Riverbay, or an attorney designated by General Counsel, shall advise the Committee. Any candidate or resident participant shall be entitled to be represented at the hearing by counsel of his or her own choice and at his or her own expense.

13. At such hearing, the Chairperson shall be the respect to the procedure to be followed, or the testimony or evidence to be introduced. The Committee need not follow formal evidentiary rules applicable to the Courts of this State. In the event a member of the Committee present shall dispute any such procedural or evidentiary ruling by the Chair, the Chair may be overruled by a majority vote of those members present. After testimony by a witness for either party, the opposing party shall have the right to question the witness.

14. At the conclusion of such hearing, the Committee may uphold or void the election results, disqualify the candidate for a violation of these Rules, apply other sanctions as set forth in Paragraph G In order to void any election result, or to disqualify a candidate, such violation must be deemed to be material by the Committee in light of the number of votes cast for the candidate and the number cast in the election.

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nation within ten (10) days of the date of any written recommendation of the Committee. The Board’s failure to determine the issue within ten (10) days tee’s recommendation.

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vided that any such Court challenge must be commenced within ten (10) days der a decision.

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mined by the Committee that such an action is warranted. Such recount of the Board, within four days of the date the Committee determines such recount is

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mined that material irregularities cast doubt on the election results, or in the event the number of votes cast did not constitute the legally required quorum. Such a new election must take place in accordance with these rules on a date

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dates, shareholders, and their respective agents, representatives or supporters, agree to fully comply with and be bound by these election Rules.

Sonia Feliciano, President of Riverbay Corporation

Date: March 8, 2023

with the shareholders by phone and/or home visits, and found that the brown water condition in those apartments in Buildings 24, 26B and 28C was resolved.

The Riverbay Maintenance department began the annual process of cleaning April every year and notices are posted in buildings, slipped under apartment

week. This disturbance in the tanks could cause brown water in some buildings. a respective building, shareholders are advised to open their taps and allow the water to run until it comes in clear. Flushing the toilet several times also helps.

Any shareholder who experiences brown water in their apartment is asked

normal business hours. After hours, the Emergency Maintenance Desk can be the cause of the condition.

lated changes in water pressure. Discoloration can also occur due to conditions comes from the city of New York. The water used in the Power Plant to provide heat, hot water and air conditioning also comes from the city’s water reservoirs.

The New York City Department of Environmental Protection publishes a water quality notice in the Co-op City Times annually. The last lished in the Aug. 20, 2022 Co-op City Times mation on the quality of New York City’s drinking water, visit nyc.gov/waterqualityreport, call 311 for a copy of the report, or scan the QR code embedded at right.

Be careful and ask to see Employee ID

If you are having work done in your apartment, shareholders – especially those who are elderly and/or who live alone – are reminded that all personal items should be secured in a safe location. This is for your bay workers/ contractors coming into your home.

cess to your home. before allowing anyone to enter your

What shareholders need to know about noise complaints

Shareholders experiencing undue and/or incessant noise coming from a neighboring apartment or home, are advised to call Public Safety, (718) 671-3050.

patched to the home of the shareholder calling in the complaint. When the boring home that is loud enough to be considered a violation of Co-op City be issued to the shareholder of record of the offending home.

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The synagogue would appreciate donations to keep our shul open. If you would like to help, go to www.Gofundme.com/Traditional-Synagogue-of-Co-op-City to donate.

The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Entrance to our synagogue for Saturday services is on the side door of Building 27B. Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m.

The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the

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. on Saturday, April 1, at 8:12 p.m. for Friday, April 7, at 7:06 p.m. one. The cost is only $15 per tree (if you want to buy a tree, call 347 449-5005). Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you are ill, we wish you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

Happy birthday to all our members who will be celebrating their birthday or anniversary in April.Please send me your names and I will add them to the list.

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.

135 Einstein Loop, Room 35, Bronx, NY 10475.

Matthew 11:28: Come to me, all who are weary... and I will give you rest. Peace of the Lord be with you.

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 cordially invites the Hispanic community to come gather and worship with us.

If you are looking for a church to worship our Lord and Savior, if you feel alone, wounded, depressed, if you need liberation, our doors are open to receive you. Jesus is willing and able to free you and heal you.

He loves us so much that he left his Throne of Glory to save us.

John 14:2: In my Father’s house are many mansions; if it were not so, I would have told you; for I go to prepare a place for you.

Our church is located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, Room #33.

Monday – Prayer Service by phone: 9:00 p.m. (564-888-5521; code: 696248)

Tuesday – Zoom Bible Study: 8:00 p.m. (3447367643; code: 3jEJ2W)

Thursday – Prayer Service by phone: 9:00 p.m. (564-888-5521; code: 696248)

Friday – Zoom Bible Study: 8:00p.m. (3447367643; code: 3jEJ2W)

Sundays – Worship Service: 11:30 a.m.

God bless you and remember, Jesus loves you.

Mateo 11:28: Venid a mí todos los que estáis cansados... y te daré descanso.

St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475. E-mail: stjosephsepc@aol.com. Our phone number is 718320-0844. Priest-in-Charge: Fr. Simeon O. Johnson; cell: 917-227-4303.

Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic and related repairs to our space, St. Joseph’s Church has made some adjustment to our schedule of services until further notice. We are gradually getting back to normal.

Father Johnson will conduct worship service in-person at the church on Palm Sunday, April 2, at 9 a.m. and on Good Friday, April 7, at noonas well as via teleconference. The usual teleconference weekday prayers at noon will also continue.

Hat Sunday April 9, at 9:00 a.m.

To participate by teleconference, please dial 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

in celebration of St. Joseph’s Day. Tickets are now available. Donation of $5 for a book of six tickets. Please contact Valrie Payne at 347-2005850. First prize: $300, second prize: $150, and third prize: $75. Drawing will take place at the church on May 27 at noon and winners need not be present.

• Trip includes wine tasting, sit-down luncheon at the Cooperage Inn, and shopping at the Tanger Outlets with discount coupon booklets. $140 per person; $50 holds your seat; $90 balance due June 1. No refund after May 31. Telephone: 718-320-0844 and leave a message. The bus departs from Dreiser Loop on Saturday, June 24, at 8:45 a.m. Please be on time.

Grace and Peace!

Paz de Dios sea con ustedes.

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 les hace una cordial invitación a la comunidad hispana a congregarse con nosotros.

Si usted está buscando una iglesia para adorar a nuestro Señor Jesucristo, si se siente solo, herido, deprimido o si necesita liberación nuestras puertas están abiertas para recibirlos. Cristo está dispuesto y es capaz de liberarte y sanarte.

Él nos ama tanto que dejo su Trono de Gloria para salvarnos.

Juan 14:2: En la casa de mi Padre muchas moradas hay; si así no fuera, yo os lo hubiera dicho; voy, pues, a preparar lugar para vosotros.

Nuestra iglesia se encuentra en el centro comunitario de 135 Einstein Loop, Salón #33.

Lunes – Servicio de Oración por telefono: 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; codigo: 696248)

Martes – Estudio Bíblico por Zoom: 8 p.m. (3447367643; codigo: 3jEJ2W)

Jueves – Servicio de Oración por telefono: 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; codigo: 696248)

Viernes – Estudio Bíblico por Zoom: 8:00 p.m. (3447367643; codigo: 3jEJ2W)

Domingos – Servicio de Adoración: 11:00 a.m.

La Santa Cena es el 1er Domingo del mes Que Dios le bendiga y recuerda que Cristo te ama.

Faith at Work Church

Faith at Work Christian Church is located at 120 DeKruif Place, street level.

Feast of Unleavened Bread Sabbath Worship –

Easter Sunday Worship –Zoom

Calling all youth between 18 years to 24 years old.

Common Pantry will be held on March 30 from 9 a.m. until noon.

Circle of Christ Church – Iglesia Circulo De Cristo

Come As You Are…

I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.” (Psalm 122:1) Facebook Facebook, YouTube

Tuesday: YouTube Live

Thursday:

Friday:

Saturday:

Church of the New Vision

Our scripture verse for 2023 is: And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.”

Sunday Services: TGIF! Thank God It’s Friday!

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Servicios en Español

Servicios: YouTube Facebook Live

Servicios dominicales

Martes: YouTube Live

Jueves:

Viernes:

Cada primer sábado del mes

Cada segundo sábado del mes

Cada tercer sábado del mes

Pastor Elisamuel Colón

Co-op City United Methodist Church

IEMU de Co-op City

Open Doors, Open Hearts, and Open Minds

Come and Visit Us – We are a multi-ethnic and bilingual . Services are held in person at 2350 Palmer Avenue across from Building 30. Parking is available. You can also participate with us via Zoom (904 4685745) or Facebook live (United Methodist Church of Co-op City). You’re always welcome.

Sunday, March 26th Worship Service: “What’s The Point of a Church in My Life?”

Scripture: (Acts 2:42-47)

Save The Dates

Resurrection Sunday, April 19, July 15 – Annual Church Picnic at Glen Island Park. August 10

So, the ministry, the suffering, death, and resurrection of Jesus is a loud “word to Come and Receive a Blessing

First Sunday of the Month

Please Note

Tuesday Online Bible Study Zoom:

Thursday

Thursday

Upcoming Events – Save the dates.

Holy Week Celebrations:

Holy Thursday, April 6 –

Good Friday Service, April 7 –

Easter Sunday Breakfast, April 9 –

Flea Market, April 15. Interested vendors

Nutrition Workshop, Thursday, April 20

––Brenda Brown

––Rev. Arnaldo Sanchez-Orta

––Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

Greetings, Retirees and friends.

Happy April Fool’s Day. We wish you an abundance of laughs and surprises from all the practical jokesters and pranksters you encounter today.

Trip Committee – The Resorts World Casino trip on Wednesday, June 28, is sold out (a wait list is available). This trip includes a show, “A Musical Tribute to Motown,” lunch and $25 in slot play. Ticket cost is $140. The bus will pick up at 8:30 a.m. on Dreiser Loop in front of H&R Block. Serita will be available in Room 19 on Tuesdays, April 4 and 18, from 1-3 p.m. to accept payments. Questions may be addressed to Serita at 347-564-5722.

Scholarship Committee – May 19 is the deadline for the submission of completed scholarship applications to the Scholarship Committee. Applicants must be high school seniors scheduled to graduate in June 2023 and be the child, grandchild, great-grandchild or great-great grandchild of a RoDL member whose

Goose Island Seniors

Resort World – Monticello, NY, April 20. Price: $50. Bonus: $25 slot play and $15 for food. Waiting list Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:45 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 9:00 a.m. Masks required on bus and in casino.

Indoor Picnic – Friday, May 5, 1 p.m. in ourered-dish. Bring your favorite picnic dish, food, salad, dessert, beverage or pay $15 at door.

Resorts Casino – In Atlantic City on July 20. Price:

7:45 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:15 a.m., and Dreiser Loop at 8:30 a.m. Reservation by payment only. No exceptions. Final payment due by July 3. Mask required on bus and in casino. More information soon.

Nordic Lodge, Foxwoods Casino and Tanger Outlets – August 12. Price: $190. For more information, call 646-579-1701.

Caesar’s Casino – In Atlantic City on August 22.

Asch Loop, 8:15 a.m., and Dreiser Loop at 8:30 a.m. Reservation by payment only. No exceptions. Final payment due August 4. Mask required on bus and in casino. More information soon.

The Spinners – September 28 at the Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City. Tropicana Casino until 3 p.m., then concert at 3:30 p.m. Waiting list only. Price: $140. Bonus: $25 slot play, $15 for food. $40 deposit to reserve seat on bus. Balance due by April 24. Bus pick Dreiser Loop at 8 30 a.m. Make checks out to Goose Island Seniors. You may also Zelle to 347-847-1941 or $app to $StephenCarlSr.

Notary – Yvonne Menefee is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Bingo

1:15 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for three cards,freshments. Proof of vaccination. Temperature taken at entrance.

Game Day

Members only. Come play dominoes, watch movies, looking for Bin Whist players. Call 718-379-9613; $1 donation. Refreshments available.

To all members: Happy birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of April: Guinette Romaine, Wendy Berch, Dolores Wynn, Francis-Williams and Myrta Willems. Birthday cake celebration on Wednesday, April 12, at 2 p.m., half time at Bingo.

Sick and Shut-in:cle. Mary Pilla (former Goose Island president) sends her love to all. You can call her at 718-753-1816. Bronx, NY 10475 at the Section 5 Center. Our phone number is 718-379-9613. You may call (mornings) and Fri., 6 p.m.-9 p.m.; Tue. and Thu., 1 p.m.-9 p.m., or call, text or Zelle Stephen at 347-847-1941. $app to $StephenCarlSr. Our email address is goose.island@ optonline.net

––Stephen Roberts Sr.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

membership is in good standing (membership paid up for the past two years). Contact JoAnn at 718710-9082 with any questions.

Entertainment Committee – Tickets are now available for our annual spring luncheon to be held on June 14 at the beautiful Marina del Rey.

members will be available in Room 19 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. Questions may be addressed to Daisy at 718-671-6122, Georgianna at 718-379-5762 or Jay at 201-310-2972.

Newsletter Committee – April 15 is the deadline to submit articles and photographs for the winter/ spring newsletter. Questions may be addressed to Georgianna at 718-379-5762.

Membership – $25 annual dues for 2023 can be remitted by a check payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” and mailed to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop,

177 Dreiser Loop, Room 19, Bronx, NY 10475. Questions may be addressed to Mary at 718-6559170.

Happy Birthday – Cheers to all our April birthday celebrants. We wish you an incredibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year.

Condolences – Please continue to keep Ida Morton’s family in your thoughts and prayers as they grieve the loss of their family matriarch. Also, please continue to pray for all others who have recently lost loved ones.

Good and Welfare – We extend get well wishes and prayers to all who are sick and shut-in. We pray that they will all soon see brighter days ahead.

General Meeting – Our next meeting will be held on April 5, at 1 p.m. in Room 19. We look forward to seeing you there.

––Georgianna Rodriguez

AARP Chapter #4997

Friends and family, it is hard to believe but spring April 9; 2023 marches on! We have been blessed with the weather so far this year, however, we should still be careful in what clothing we wear. Always be mindful of your personal health and welfare needs.

AARP Tour Committee is continuing to sell out our bus for the Vynecrest Winery, which is August 8, and the price is $119 per person. This one-day trip includes Motor Coach transportation, wine tasting tour, all-you-can-eat-buffet and time to spend at the Wind Creek casino. The Niagara Falls trip from June 19-23 should now be paid in full for all that have seats on the bus. If there are any vacancies and you are on the waiting list, someone will contact you soon. Our Hawaiian cruise for September 12-21, 2024 has many people asking questions and deciding what to do. Ms. Wright, 718-379-3370, and Ms. Brown, 718-379prices per person or single occupancy. This includes airfare from JFK to Hawaii, two-day stay in Hawaii before the cruise with tours planned for your pleasure and many shipboard niceties. Once aboard the Pride of America, a Norwegian Cruise ship, you have center, swimming pools, sporting events, games and of course, never ending food and drink. When booking your cruise, you can also purchase trip insurance for your own comfort.

Our next General Membership meeting is April Dreiser Loop. We will be sharing updates for the nothe past, the service will be free for our seniors. You open Monday–Thursday; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., 177 Dreiserber is 718-320-1946 and we return messages on our

and we will supply them if you do not have one. Try to be considerate and understanding for our effort to protect all our visitors.

Mrs. Wilson, Good and Welfare, had sad news this week. Our long-time member and friend Ms. Ida Morton transitioned home and we send our prayers to her family. With regards to our other members who have been dealing with their own issues, we hear that improvement is continuing and our prayers are also continuing. Contact Mrs. Wilson, 718-6715493, if you wish to have information mentioned in this article. Ms. Baker, 718-379-2088, is maintaining our growing membership. You can call her or come Be safe-Be aware-Be healthy.

––Ann Purnell

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities

ALL JASA CENTERS WILL BE CLOSED on Thursday, April 6, in observance of Passover. Fashion Design 101 Class – Mondays from 11 Call 718-320-2066.

Weight Management Support Group w/Gigi –Second Wed. of every month in rear of JASA Main

The Brownstone, Patterson, NJ – Wed., May 10. Price: $139. Latin Day with your favorite Latin music. Spanish-style Luncheon. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:45 a.m., and Einstein at 9 a.m. Steel Drum classes on Wednesdays – 1 p.m. to Free Financial Counseling Tax Services on Mondays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. by appointment only in collaboration with Ariva; 718-320-2066.

Medicare Information – Thursdays, from 9

Bereavement Support Group w/Dr. Smith –

Mondays at 1 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099. Meeting ID: 839 6918 9974, Pass Code: 520396. Notary –9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.; Weds. and Thurs. from 10 a.m.1 p.m.; and in Einstein Center, Room 34, on Thursdays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Call 718-320-2066.

Technology class – Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695, Pass Code: 896989.

Line Dancing with Bartow Swingers – Mondays from 12 p.m.-1 p.m. in the Bartow Center, Room 31; and on Wednesdays and Fridays from 12 p.m.-1 p.m. in Dreiser Center

New Activities at Bartow Center – Notary Services: On Wednesdays from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. and Thursdays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. in Room 31. No appointment needed.

Computer Class w/Steve – Starting Thursday, April 13, from 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Please register by calling 929-399-1394 or come

to Bartow Center, Room 31.

JASA Bartow OAC Shopping Trips: Aldi on April 12, $4; Shop Rite/BJ’s on April 14, $6; Target on April 19, $6; Stew Leonard’s on April 26, $6; and Costco on April 28, $6. Please call 929-3991394 for registration or go to Bartow Center room 31 from Tuesday to Saturday.

SUCASA Poetry Writing with Americo – Starting Saturday, April 22. Meeting on Wednesday from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. and Saturday from 12:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. To register, call 929-399-1394 or email amoncrieffe@jasa.org.

Please call Einstein OAC at 718-671-5161 for an appointment for: Hair styling: First and third Wednesday from 9 a.m.-11 a.m.; Braids, haircuts, shape-ups, twists, ponytails, curls and more. Facials and manicures: Mondays ,1 p.m.-3 p.m.

JASA Einstein Public Notary – Tuesdays from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and Thursdays from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Please call 718-671-5161.

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066. Schedule subject to change without notice.

Payments for trips at 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.

MON., April 3 TUES., April 4 WED., April 5 THURS., April 6 FRI., April 7

MENU Fee for lunch is $2 & $5 for guest. ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk. Menu subject to change without notice.

KOSHER: Grilled Chicken w/Potatoes and Zucchini, Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

ALT: Egg Frittata

NON-KOSHER: Non-

kosher food available April 15th after the Passover

KOSHER: Sole, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

ALT: Sliced Deli Turkey

NON-KOSHER: Nonkosher food available April 15th after the Passover

KOSHER: Egg salad Coleslaw, Carrot Salad, Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

ALT: Vegetable Cutlet

NON-KOSHER: Nonkosher food available April 15th after the Passover

ALL JASA OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF PASSOVER

KOSHER: GRAB and GO

NON-KOSHER: Nonkosher food available April 15th after the Passover

Bartow Center (929) 399-1394. Events held in Room 31, unless otherwise noted. Dinner: 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Bartow Only)

Einstein Center (718) 671-5161. Events held in Room 49, unless otherwise noted. Lunch: 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. (Einstein Only)

Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345. Events held in Room 7, unless otherwise noted.

Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler

a.m. Zoom only for now. 1-646-876-9923, Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173,

Passcode: 855423

Stay Well Exercise w/Denise

a.m., Room 2

Sing Along

Zumba

Dial-in #: 347-893-2966, Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040,

259554.

ALL JASA OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF

10-11 a.m., Rm. 4 Knitting & Crochet 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Art Class w/Dmitry Virtual, 1-3 p.m.

Massage Therapy, In-person Every 1st & 3rd Friday, 1:30-3:30 p.m. Bingo with Gay Brown, In-person, 1:15-2:30 p.m., Rm. 4

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. Happy April Fool's Day, happy Good Friday, happy Palm Sunday, happy Easter, happy Passover and blessed Holy Season to all.

remain vigilant about your personal safety and your property.

There is a video circulating about a package theft caught on a door bell camera, reportedly in Building 9. Please promptly take in your delivered packages, ask a trusted neighbor to take in your packages or ask your delivery service to notify you

Women's History Month celebration participants

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow in-person at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Masks are required. The 11:00 a.m. service is also available on Zoom at https://us04web. zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line 646-568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102 or Password: 788175#.

Rev. Williams asks everyone to call into the Sunday Worship service or Wednesday Bible class using Zoom through your computer or dialing in using the Zoom information shown above.

Our combined Men’s and Women’s Day Service will be celebrated on Sunday, April 23, at our 11:00 a.m. service. The guest speaker will be Rev. Brenda Davis, Associate Pastor, Paradise Baptist Church, New York, NY. Our theme is: Men and Women United for the Work of the Lord. All are invited to join us for this celebratory service.

The Scholarship Ministry trip on June 26 to the Smoky Mountains has a few seats available. If interested, contact Sis Brenda Robinson at 718-671-1271 or Sister Claudette Day at 718-379-0541. The cost of the trip is $765 per person based on double occupancy. Payment is due immediately.

Free Call Conference.com Line dial in number is 857-357-0254, the Access Code is 660065#.

Young Teens Sunday School is held at 9:30 a.m., call-in number: 701-802-5240,

Blessings to all from the Church of God’s Children family to yours. Join us on April 2 for Palm Sunday Service at 10 a.m. On Holy Thursday, April 6, we will have communion service at 7 p.m., and Good Friday Service on April 7 at 6:30 p.m. We have Monday Bible Studies with Min. Steve at 9:30 a.m. Youth/ Young Adult Bible Studies with Min. Chinyeri via Zoom on Fridays at 8:00 p.m. Zoom meeting ID: 89225952943, Access Code: 125685. Visit the Ministry shop at 163 Dreiser Loop for a variety of items, fellowship and prayer with Sis. tance. Call 718-790-9120 for an appointment to assist with housing court cases.

Pursue Love: Many years ago, all feelings and emotions gathered to spend their vacation on a coastal island. Each of them was having a good time, but one day there was announced a warning of a storm, and everyone had to leave the island. This caused a panic, all rushed to their boats and only Love did not wish to be in a hurry. There was so much to do, so Love was the last, who realized that it was time to leave. However, no free boats were left and Love looked around with hope. As Prosperity was passing by in its classy boat, Love asked: “Please, take me in your boat.” But, Prosperity replied: “My boat is full of gold and other precious possessions, there is no place for you.” Then, Vanity came by

The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, NY 10475. Our mailing address is P.O. Box 204.

We invite everyone to join in worship service on the following days:

Sundays: Worship service is from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Wednesday: Prayer and fasting service every Wednesday morning from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m.

Friday: Worship service will start at 7:30 p.m.

All night services will be held online until further notice.

To join, please call 720-740-9746, Access Code: 8876631.

Right Living

(Micah 6: 1-9) “Hear ye now what the Lord saith; Arise, contend thou before the mountains; and let the hills hear thy voice. Hear ye, O mountains, the Lord’s controversy and ye strong foundations of the earth; for the Lord hath a controversy with his people, and he will plead with Israel. O my people, what have I done unto thee? And wherein have I wearied thee? Testify against me. For I brought thee up out of the land of Egypt and redeemed out of the house of servants; and I sent before thee Moses, Aaron, and Miriam. O my people, remember now what Balak king of Moab consulted, and what Balaam the son of Beor answered him from Shittim unto Gilgal; that ye may know the righteousness of the Lord, Wherewith, shall I come before the Lord, and bow myself before the high God? Shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old? Will the Lord be pleased with thousands of rams, sion, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul? He hath shown thee O man, what is good; and what doeth the Lord require of thee but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? The Lord’s voice crieth unto the city, and the man of wisdom shall see thy name; hear he the rod, and who hath appointed it.”

God requires us to do justly and to follow his order. Christ himself was obedient to death even death on the cross. We should remember that obedience is an essential part of the Christian faith, and we should walk humbly before God obeying his words every day desiring to do good to everyone and be constant in prayer.

“Abstain from all appearance of evil, And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly, and I pray God your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.” (1 Thessalonians 5:22-24)

“Beloved let us love one another, for love is of God, and everyone that loveth is born of God. And knoweth God. He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love. (1 John 4:7-8)

Access Code: 2528913. Teens Class is held at 9:30 a.m. Call-in number: 702843-2644, Access Code: 2676710. Juniors Sunday School is held at 9:30 a.m. Call-in number: 737-774-8306, Access Code: Juniors.

Mid-Week Bible Study will be held on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.

Prayer Warriors Prayer service is held on Thursdays at noon. Prayer Service is also held on Fridays at 10 a.m.

Friday Evening Prayer service is held at 7:30 p.m. Please note prayer is not

All Prayer services are available on the Free Call Conference.com Line dial-in number shown above.

The church has a free app available on your app store by searching for Co Op CBC.

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.

in a lovely boat. Love asked: “Vanity, could you take me in your boat? Please, help me.” Then, Vanity said: “No, your feet are muddy, and I don’t want my boat to get dirty.” A bit later, Sorrow was passing by and Love called for help. But Sorrow answered: “I am so sad, I want to be by myself.” Then, Happiness came by, Love asked for help, but Happiness was too happy, as it hardly concerned about anyone. Suddenly somebody called out: “Love, I will take you with me.” Love did not recognize its savior, just gratefully jumped on to the boat. When everyone had reached safe place, Love get off the boat and met Knowledge. Love asked: “Knowledge, do you know who helped me when everyone else turned away?” Knowledge smiled: “That was Time, because only Time knows Love’s true value and what Love is capable of. Only Love can bring peace and happiness.” The message of this story is that when we are prosperous, we underrate love. When we feel important, we do not appreciate love. And even in happiness and sorrow we overlook love. Only with time do we realize the true value of love. Why wait and not cherish love every day of your life? “Now remains faith, hope and love, and the greatest of these is love.” (1 Corinthians 13:13) At your service,

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Community Protestant Church family welcome you to worship with us. We are located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469. Church number: 718-862-9172. Our fax number is 718-671-4416, or email: Administration@thecpcchurch.org.

Our schedule is as follows:

Sunday Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m. (in-person) – 9:15 a.m. (in-person)

Every Wednesday – Hour of Power Noon Day Prayer at 12 p.m. on Conference Call Line: 712-432-3900, Access Code: 343284#

Every Wednesday –Bible Study via Zoom at 7:00 p.m.

Join us on Good Friday for the Seven Last Words on Friday, April 7, at noon. Bringing the words are Seven Dynamic Preachers:

Rev. Dr. Edgar Howard – Manhattan B.C., Harlem, NY

Rev. Dr. Thomas Johnson – Canaan B.C., Harlem, NY

Rev. Carl L. Washington III – Pilgrim B.C., Nyack, NY

Rev. Dr. Calvin Kendrick – Grace B.C., Bronx, NY

Rev. Dr. Sheldon Williams – Co-op City B.C., Bronx, NY

Rev. Dr. Carl Bruce – Mt. Carmel B.C., Yonkers, NY

Rev. Quinton Ervin – Mt. Sinai B.C., Bronx, NY

You do not want to miss this!

Immediately after the Seven Last Words!

(Matthew 18:20) “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”

Garage Reminders:

• Follow Speed Limit

• Park Within Lines/Not Angled or Taking Up Two Spots

• Avoid Walking in the Middle of Garage Lanes

• Be Mindful of Your Surroundings at All Times

Coalition of African American Churches and Community Organizations

General Meeting – At the regularly scheduled general meeting of the Coalition that was held on March 14, the Coalition president opined that so many registered organizations in Co-op City needed to be part of the group. This is to make sure that issues that are facing several cooperators in the community could be addressed collectively through various organizations that they are part of. Thus, he called on the present member organizations to come together and speak with one voice on the issue of the in-kind service.

Community Involvement – President Toba observed that the community needs to be more involved in the issues that affect every family. First, he noticed that attendance in Community Board meetings are nothing to write home about. With the population of residents in Co-op City, it is appalling that whenever Community Board #10 meets, members from this community are not in the room. In the same vein, he charged that members of the community need to dominate the attendance in 45th Precinct Community Council meetings where crimes statistics are always presented. He voiced his disappointment on his experience at the last precinct Community Council meeting that was held here in Room 31 of the Bartow Community Center, and how there were not even 20 members from this community present at that meeting. He pointed out the fact that every cooperator needs to know the limitations of the Co-op City Public Safety Department and what the New York City Police Department is capable of doing.

Washington, DC Outreach – The Coalition has unanimously approved the idea of taking a bus trip to Washington, D.C. to tour the National Museum of the African American History and Culture between June 17 and 18. The tour will transportation, all-you-can-eat dinner and breakfast, premium open bar, DJ dance party, comedy show, Maryland Live Casino/Arun del Mills Mall and National Museum of African American History and Culture Pass.

Washington Bus Tour Flyer – President Toba wants to thank member organizations once again for the approval of the tour. Fliers for the free African American History and Culture Museum Weekend Getaway are available and will be posted at the right time. For now, we are asking that our member organizations share via email or any social media platforms they operate on to promote the trip for proper organization and planning. At this juncture, anyone who needs hard copies to share and give out in the community should call the president at 347-327-6288. In order to facilitate the smooth planning of this tour, the following members volunteered to help, so, do not hesitate to reach Ms. Brenda Brown and Ms. Daisy Young for questions and concerns. Once again, our event will include everything your group needs including the Motor Coach transportation, meals, open bar, hotel accommodations, entertainment, and passes to the African American History and Culture Museum.

––Adeyemi LaCrown Oloruntoba, PhD, DD

If You See Something, Say Something!

Working Together To Keep Co-op City Safe!

• Report any unusual or suspicious persons or activity to CCPD.

• Do not allow strangers access to your building by holding the door.

• Be aware of work being done in your building and when contractors are allowed to be on the premises.

• Never leave your car or apartment door unlocked.

• Do not leave packages or electronics in your car where they are visible.

• Remember: You can make anonymous calls to CCPD.

Emergency: 718-671-3050 or 9-1-1 • Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 www.ccpd.us • @CCPDnyc

WORLD CLASS FOOT & ANKLE CARE

TWO LOCATIONS!

718-671-2233

Association of Building 14 Cooperators

Hello, Building 14 Cooperators! It’s been a couple of months since we last met. It appears like winter is on its way out! Now it’s time for us to get out and get active. In the spirit of the city’s/state’s WE NYC campaign, you are challenged to become productive citizens in the affairs of our community, where you live. Save the Date: Our next meeting will be on Thursday, April 13, at 7:30 p.m. Our guest will be Josh Blake, director of Riverbay’s Janitorial Services. The latest information on our cable service situation will be shared. Preparation for

Lastly, we appreciate everyone who signed the petition to get the inner front door operating properly. A shout-out to former General Manager Noel Ellison for expediting the repair. There is strength in numbers – even more reason for you to get involved! See you in two weeks.

Contact info: 917-612-1951, and assocbldg14@gmail.com

Josie Ferguson

Get involved!

Co-op City is your home. If you have talents, knowledge and expertise that can be helpful and improve the quality of life in Co-op City, share your ideas at coopcity.com. Join your building association, contact Riverbay Management or pen a letter to the editor.

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 to complete an online disclosure form; www.lighthouse-services.com/riverbaycorp

Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Email: reports@lighthouse-services.com; or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885

(the email or fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

WHISTLEBLOWER ANONYMOUS HOTLINE