Co-op City Times 04/29/17 by Co-op City Times

Riverbay Election Supplement on pages 31-37

Vol. 52 No. 17

Saturday, April 29, 2017

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First Election Forum Features Civil Discourse And Promises For Future Improvements BY BILL STUTTIG

Approximately 10 shareholders asked In perhaps a sign of the new kinder and questions on topics ranging from technology more productive Co-op City political disupgrades to improving community involvecourse that seems to have taken shape over ment. Participating candidates included three the past year, six of the seven candidates for a incumbents—Board President Linda Berk new three year term on the Riverbay Board of Directors took part in the first of three schedand Directors Kevin Lambright and Marie uled election forums Monday evening at the Smith, as well as three other shareholders, Jerome L. Rice, Aminah Lucio and Leah Bartow Community Center. Richardson. Each answered shareholders’ concerns and A shareholder questions candidates for the Riverbay Board indicated a commitment to keeping costs A seventh candidate, incumbent Board down while continuing to work to make Director Daryl Johnson, was not present for improvements to the community—both physically perhaps hundreds more will watch the tape-delay the forum. and socially. broadcast of the 80 minute-long forum this coming (Continued on page 2) Approximately 50 shareholders attended, while week. (See broadcast schedule on page 2).

4,667 Shareholders Respond To Pre-Election Survey

Riverbay Board Of Directors Election Ballots To Be Mailed May 10 Ballots Must Be Returned Directly To Election-America BY ROZAAN BOONE

online following the directions included with their Election ballots for shareholders to participate in ballots. the 2017 Board of Directors election will be mailed All mailed ballots must be postmarked by May 24, to Co-op City households on Wednesday, May 10 by 2017 in order to be counted in this year’s election. BY BILL STUTTIG Election-America, Riverbay’s Election contractor. Those voting electronically have until 9 p.m. on In an attempt to test whether a significant number The voting period will then commence at 6 a.m. Wednesday, May 24, 2017 to register their vote with of shareholders will use the new system for voting in on Wednesday, May 17 and end at 9 p.m. on Wednes- Election-America. the upcoming Riverbay Board elections conducted day, May 24, 2017. Once voting is opened, share(Continued on page 22) by the independent firm, Election-America, a preholders may cast their votes at any time durelection survey was conducted from late March ing that period either by returning their comthrough mid-April and 4,667 shareholders responded. pleted ballot to Election-America by mail in the stamped, addressed envelope provided (Continued on page 27) with their ballots or by voting electronically The Riverbay Parking and Leasing Department has identified 575 locked hall closets throughout Co-op City for which there are no lease records. Many of these locked closets contain personal items, but since Riverbay has no record of who has been using these closets for storage, there is no way of Crystal King, Administrator of Day Care Programs for the knowing for sure who these stored items belong to. New York State Cerebral Palsy Association’s West Farms As the first step to properly leasCenter, delivered a talk on Tuesday in the Bartow Center ing these closets to any shareholders on her center’s work to help those living with the limitawho might have use for them, the tions of cerebral palsy (CP) lead productive, independent Parking and Leasing Department is notifying the community about and happy lives which, in many cases, includes home which locked closets are currently ownership, rewarding careers and a meaningful, loving unleased and unaccounted for. relationship with a partner of their choice. King reminded Shareholders who are using a the audience that despite the sometimes challenging closet on the list printed on pages 44 to 46 in this issue of the physical limitations that many CP sufferers endure Co-op City Times have until May 12th to contact the Parking throughout their lives, they are no different than the rest & Leasing Department to confirm their information. After of us in their potential to be intelligent, caring and producMay 12th, Riverbay will begin the task of drilling out the tive in society. Ms. King reminded everyone that we must locks on all these unclaimed closets, discarding any items all look past the sometimes obvious physical challenges found inside and then leasing the emptied closets to sharethat many CP sufferers endure – which may include a limholders on the waiting lists. ited ability to speak clearly – to see the person inside and In addition to being published in this issue of the Co-op what he or she can offer society in spite of their chalTimes, the complete list of affected closets is also posted on lenges. Ms. King’s talk was the latest in a speaker series the wall outside of the Parking and Storage Department in in Co-op City offered through the Riverbay Disabilities room 24 of the Bartow Community Center, and in all buildand Accommodations Committee under the leadership of ing lobbies and garages. Committee chair Andrea Leslie. Photo by Bill Stuttig Thank you for your cooperation.

General Level Of Satisfaction With Co-op City Is Very High

Shareholders Asked To Confirm Hall Closet Information

living with cerebal palsy

First Election Forum Chairperson Sampson began the evening explaining the rules of the forum, specifically the time limits for both asking questions and answering them, and for the most part, candidates and participating shareholders strictly adhered to the rules, making for an evening that moved along quickly while packing a lot of topics into the 70 minutes of discussion. Each of the candidates were give two minutes for an opening statement during which they provided both professional and community involvement backgrounds. Director Smith, during her opening statement, said, “I am very committed to keeping the community clean and litter free,” detailing her communication with government agencies to improve service to Co-op City in this area. President Berk pointed to her record over the past three years on the Board specifically being part of the team that changed Riverbay’s managing agent which, in turn, saved the community millions in unnecessary expenses. She said: “I am running for the Board because there is a lot more work to be done. We made a lot of improvements, but there is a lot more and I want to finish that work.” Candidate Richardson said, “I will be a tireless advocate in keeping Co-op City affordable,” and added that she will fight to restore Co-op City bus service to its former quality before the MTA cuts in 2010. She added that she would work to restore Co-op City schools to what they were originally intended, to serve the Co-op City community. Candidate Lucio said, “Accountability will be my responsibility,” pointing to a desire to increase oversight of Riverbay expenditures while working towards improvements, such as modernizing building lobbies. Candidate Rice pointed to stopping what he believes to be undue expenses placed on the residents of the community, including high laundry room charges while fighting to keep necessary services, such as around-the-clock Public Safety services. He said that as a Board director, “I would demand both respect and answers.” Incumbent Lambright pointed to the benefits of greater community involvement saying, “When we come together as a cooperative, a lot of things change and I am fortunate to be on the Board right now with a lot of people who really want to make things happen here.” The first shareholder to ask a question asked the candidates for their position of retrofitting the garages with solar panels as a way to reduce energy costs. President Berk answered that the proposal is on the list of things to do and she would like to see it done during the next term. The next shareholder asked how each candidate will work with shareholders to get things accomplished in Co-op City. Incumbent candidate Smith answered by saying that she is a team player and that everybody has the right to agree to disagree on a wide variety of issues. She added that while conducting Board business, “I vote with my head and I vote with my heart and I try to do what is best for me and the rest of the shareholders here.” She added, “I want to do what is best for each and every one of us in Co-op City.” Candidate Rice said that he finds it a turn-off when Board directors use their position to attack one another adding that the focus should instead be on doing what is best for the cooperators. Candidate Lambright said that it is important for Board directors to realize that they are shareholders too and that everything they do affects them as residents of Co-op City and will continue to affect them long after their service of the Board is over. “Every policy we set, we have to live with as well,” he said. President Berk said that overall, she believes the current Board to be a very functional board. She added: “I will vote on what will be in the best inter-

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est of the community regardless of whether it is a the shareholders and to suggest ways to get involved. campaign issue or not. It is not about what you want President Berk added that town hall meetings to hear, but what you need to hear.” have increased in order to give shareholders more Candidate Lucio said that there needs to be difopportunity to express their ideas. She said that fering viewpoints and talents on the Board and she those meetings have also been televised to get inforpromised that her focus will always be on what is in mation into the homes, but she said that making the the best interests of the community. meetings available on home televisions might also The next shareholder asked each Board director likely be decreasing turnout to the actual events. She to explain what they would do to increase technoladded that this is something that the Board has to ogy upgrades throughout the community. look at. She also noted that under the direction of the President Berk offered her opinion that the corBoard, the Co-op City Times has increased their poration is too paper driven which is costly in terms focus on community events. She asked the residents of both the finances of the community and the envito read the newspaper because she believes it to be a ronment. But she pointed to many recent advances true indication of what is going on in the community. including shareholders now having the ability to pay The final question for the evening came from their bills online, the proposal to equip the commuStuart Edwards who asked each candidate how they nity’s garages with electric car chargers and the would deal with a fellow Board director who votes campaign to increase the use of dishwashers in the “no” on resolutions 90% of the time. community in an attempt to save water costs. Director Lambright said, “By being a ‘lone Candidate Richardson pointed to her being an ranger,’ you never get anything done” and in turn information technology (IT) professional who plans you can be ineffective in everything you do.” to play a big role on the Riverbay IT Committee if President Berk said that she does not believe in she is elected to the Board. obstructionism and she is grateful that there are 14 Incumbent candidate Lambright pointed out that other members of the Board who get things done. the paperwork involved in routine inspections and Candidate Richardson said that she agreed with maintenance is costly and inefficient in both labor Kevin Lambright’s sentiment that being a lone costs and the time it takes to complete a job. He proranger is counterproductive to the needs of the posed increasing the use of hand-held digital Board. devices to instantaneously move paperwork along Director Smith said that she votes “no” someand get work requests acted upon. times and she votes “yes” sometimes, but it all Candidate Rice said, “As far as technology, we depends on what she believes is best for the resihave to catch up... For example, we should be able dents of the community. to file maintenance complaints online.” Candidate Lucio added that it is important to Candidate Smith said she would like to see a weigh the pros and cons of each issue. Candidate Rice said that it is important for all more efficient way of disseminating information to Board directors to do two things, the first is to show the shareholders that does not require posting flyers up for the meetings and the second is to be willing to in each building, a costly and time-consuming pracmake the tough decisions. tice. She is a proponent of posting information on During the closing statements for the evening, flat-screen televisions in each lobby. She added that five of the candidates running together as the she would also like to see the community improve slate – Ms. Berk, Ms. Richard“Cooperators First” its recycling efforts. son, Ms. Lucio, Mr. Rice and Mr. Lambright – each President Berk added that a proposal to have the encouraged the shareholders to vote for all five canscreens in the lobbies is already in the works, as didates on the slate. well as looking into the technology to add such Mrs. Smith, an independent candidate, encourscreens to the elevators through the use of wireless communication. aged shareholders to vote for her because she cares Election Chairperson Sampson also added that for about quality of life issues that affect the entire the first time in the history of the community’s eleccommunity. tions, shareholders can now cast their vote online. The next questioner, Michelle Marbury, asked the candidates how they would increase community involvement and also about a phrase that was used earlier in the forum – whistle blower policy. Candidate Rice answered that “whistle blower” refers to the strategy to reduce corruption in the corporation which would, in turn, save the shareholders money. He added that past corruption in the end cost the shareholders millions and he and his running mates would like to eliminate the possibility of that happening again. Mr. Lambright said that increasing community involvement begins by increasing membership in the buildings associations and having those associations establish programs which allow residents to speak their minds and offer their ideas on a wide variety of subjects. Candidate Richardson proposed that a questionnaire be distributed that asks the community what they would like to become involved with. Director Smith said that there needs to be more encouragement for the shareholders to read the Co-op City Times in order to know what is available here and what they can become involved in. She also advocated for more town hall meetings. Candidate Lucio also called for more town hall meetings and questionnaires, but also suggested taking advantage of the community’s cultural events, such as well-attended plays and concerts, and to take a few moments at each to gather the thoughts of

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Equality Charter School Opens Its Doors To Unlock Hidden Talents BY RACHELLE ANTHONY

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Kevin Shaw Jr. Memorial Scholarship Applications Due Tomorrow The application deadline for the Kevin Shaw Jr. Memorial Scholarship is tomorrow, Sunday, April 30. If you have not yet applied, please do so online at www.kevinshawfoundation.org. Named in memory of Co-op City resident Kevin Shaw Jr. (1988-2015), the Kevin Shaw Jr. Memorial Scholarship recognizes a graduating high school senior who demonstrates exemplary leadership and academic success. Recipients will receive financial support and mentoring to help them pursue and be successful in achieving their educational goals beyond high school.

Co-op City Day @ Universoul Circus Universoul Circus will be at Hutchinson Field in Mt. Vernon, N.Y. on Wednesday, May 24 at 7 p.m. Guest Ringmaster will be Co-op City’s own Michelle Sajous, Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations. Get your tickets today at universoulcircus.com. Tickets start at $19.50. Use Code “COOPCITY” for a discount.

Youth Interested In Serving Internships/Comm. Serv. Projects If you are a Co-op City youth between the ages of 13-18 interested in joining a Youth Club or serving an internship or community service project, you may want to check out the Williambridge Club. The Williamsbridge Club is a Riverbay-certified community organization. For further information, you may check out the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC) at www.nanbpwc.org or Facebook: Thewilliamsbridge BPWC. You may also call (718) 328-2302 or (917) 9727732.

Excitement filled the air inside the Equality Charter School in Einstein Loop on Friday, April 7th. As the sounds of the latest R&B tunes played inside the cafeteria, the designated place for the event, almost everyone walked through the door snapping their fingers and grooving to the beat. There were over 30 participants, adults and children, who registered for the opportunity to be a part of the fast growing social activity, a Paint Party. This remarkable event was sponsored by the Parent Teacher Association in connection with Pinot’s Palette. On each of the four double-sided cafeteria tables were fourteen canvases on table-top easels, a variety of paint brushes, and paper plate palettes with various colors paint. With their aprons on, participants, or rather, aspiring artists, were ready and eager to begin painting the landscape artwork “Midnight Moon Glow.” Artist instructor Moe Qadiri’s sense of humor kept everyone engaged. He provided step-by-step instructions from the first stroke of

Artists at the Paint Party show off their finished works at the end of the evening. Photos by Rachelle Anthony

paint until completion of the painting. Two additional artists were also on hand to provide further assistance. As the music played and the hands of paint brushes glided across what was a blank canvas, it was evident by the smiles and attention to details that everyone wanted a favorable outcome for their work. “Beautiful,” said Errol Olton, director of adult programming. “It’s good to paint with people you like.”

Instructors from Pinot’s Palette guided the many aspiring artists through the course of the evening.

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Annual Income Affidavits BY LOUIS SALEGNA, CONTROLLER The annual Income Affidavit and related instructions were mailed to all cooperators required to file (excluded are new residents who moved into Co-op City after March 31, 2017, and those cooperators on the Section 8 Program). The due date for returning your completed Affidavit, which must be notarized, is tomorrow, April 30, 2017. Currently, surcharges based upon 2015 Income Affidavit forms will expire June 30, 2017. New surcharges will be imposed for the period July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018 based upon data taken from your 2016 Income Affidavit form. Please note that it is essential that every cooperator submit their 2016 Income Affidavit in a timely manner. If you filed an application for extension in lieu of a 2016 NYS Tax Return, you are still required to submit your affidavit by April 30, 2017. Please estimate your income and identify it as "Estimated Income." You must file an amended affidavit once you have filed your tax return or you will be subject to the maximum 50% surcharge. Also, please note that Riverbay must be notified in writing with a copy of the extension form. In cases where there are two shareholders of an apartment and one of the shareholders has permanently vacated the apartment, it is important that the remaining shareholder submits documentation to Riverbay Corporation as to where the vacating shareholder currently resides. Acceptable documentation could be (1) driver’s license with current address; (2) copy of the apartment lease (3) utility bill with current address. If this documentation is not submitted with the Income Affidavit, the income affidavit will be returned as incomplete 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. Failure to complete and return the Income Affidavit form in a timely manner will result in the maximum surcharge of 50% of your basic carrying charges being levied on July 1 2017. You would then be required to pay the 50% surcharge

for each month through the end of the month you finally filed. In no event will credit be given for excess surcharges already assessed as a result of failure, neglect or refusal of the cooperator to file the Income Affidavit on a timely basis. The instructions mailed with the Income Affidavit form include a cover letter and worksheet which will assist the cooperator in determining whether they are subject to a carrying charge surcharge. Cooperators are advised to read the material very carefully. As required by state law, copies of Income Affidavit forms will be submitted to the state for verification of income against filed tax return. Cooperators are cautioned, therefore, to make sure that the data provided come from their NY State tax return. Riverbay staff held all-day sessions to assist cooperators in filling out their Income Affidavit form on Monday, April 24th and Wednesday, April 26th, from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room 1; Bartow Center, room 28; and Einstein Center, room 38. Extra forms were available at the sessions for those cooperators who did not receive their mailed copy. Notaries were also present so cooperators could file their completed Income Affidavit form at the sessions. Cooperators who wished to have their Income Affidavit form notarized had to present two (2) forms of identification, one of which had to be a picture of the individual. The affidavits were not notarized without proper identification. Completed forms must be returned to Riverbay Corporation by tomorrow, April 30, 2017. Special boxes have been set up in the CSO Offices at Dreiser and Einstein and the Administration Office Reception area at Bartow Avenue for this purpose. The boxes will be open during regular business hours (9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.). An additional box will be available after 5:00 p.m. during the week and all day on weekends at the Bartow Security Office. Also for your convenience, there will be personnel (Continued on page 28)

Paint Party

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Clearly, the focal point of concentration was painting. Everyone was so engaged in their painting that no one, not even once, pulled out their phones to make a call, text or connect to social media – amazing. Anyone who may have had concerns about their ability to paint were surprised by what they were able to accomplish. “A little challenging in the beginning, but once you get the hang of it, you’re fine,” said Nykefa Jones. After completion of Midnight Moon Glow, everyone walked around to view, admire and compliment the paintings of others, as well as their own. With confidence in his voice and the feeling of accomplishment, Daniel Johnson said, “My The artists proudly display their renditions of “Midnight Moon Glow.”

in art. Some of the best artwork in galleries today came from an accidental stroke of a paint brush – a “mistake.” Paint parties allow people to be expressive in their own unique way – Everyone was so engrossed in their painting, no one pulled out a phone to make a abstract or concrete. call, text or connect on social media. Painting inspires, encour- Artist instructor Moe Qadiri’s sense of humor kept everypainting came out pretty good.” “My work,” said Makayia Burke, “is beautiful!” ages and fosters creativity. one engaged. PTA Treasurer Damica Whetstone was elated. She said, “Outstanding. I enjoyed It is indeed relaxing and enjoyable. it. I love it. I love the way it came out.” Michelle Jones, PTA vice president, said, “I thought it was very therapeutic Paint parties are a hit because it allows people to come together to paint, have and very fun. I love every aspect of it, from him (the instructor) teaching us how to start it off. I never had an art class before and I have to say, I’m proud of what fun, exhibit their talents and use their imagination to create something truly aweI did tonight. I definitely would do this again. It was great!” she said. inspiring and that was the main reason why the event was chosen. Throughout our daily lives, without even realizing it, we are artists. The way “This event was a great success. I’m very excited and pleased about my paintwe create photo collages on our various social media accounts is art. The way we ing. I can’t wait to coordinate comedy night on May 26th,” said Paula McLarren, decorate our home, present ourselves, organize and grow our gardens, and PTA president. arrange the food on our plates, these are all part of our inner artistry. At an early The key to painting, to being an artist, is utilizing your creativity and the way age, many of us displayed our artistry by painting in our elementary school, and you wish to express it; so why not let the artist in you emerge and release the our parents found the perfect gallery to display it on the kitchen refrigerator, as power within? well as their place of business. Don’t be fooled, there is no right or wrong way to paint. There are no mistakes

NYPD Seeking Six Men Wanted For Stabbing A Bay Plaza Security Guard The New York City Police Department is asking the public’s assistance identifying six individuals who allegedly played a role in the stabbing of a Bay Plaza Mall security guard as he was attempting to break up a fight outside the Mall at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Monday, March 13th. The NYPD Public Information Office said the victim is a 28-year old male security guard who was trying to break-up the fight in front of the mall at 200 Baychester Avenue when the individuals used an unknown sharp object to stab him multiple times about the body. The individuals fled the location to parts unknown and the victim was taken to Jacobi Hospital

by private means. The above photo is a still from surveillance video taken in a Bay Plaza stairwell and it depicts some of the alleged assailants, according to the NYPD. The assailants are described as males approximately between 18 and 25 years of age. Anyone with information in regards to this incident is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 800-577-TIPS or for Spanish 1-888-57PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers Website at WWW. NYPDCRIMESTOPPERS.COM or texting their tips to 274637(CRIMES) then enter TIP577.

The Paint Party allowed even the youngest artists to express themselves. Photos by Rachelle Anthony

Co-op City Firefighters honor Fallen Comrade

A simple ceremony lowering the American flag to half-mast was held on April 25 at Ladder 61, Engine 66 on Asch Loop to honor FDNY firefighter William Tolley, Ladder 135 Engine 286, who perished in Queens on April 20 in the line of duty. Photo by Jim Roberts

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HAPPENING in Co-op City!

Rivers Run Community Garden Celebrates Earth Day as CCLL Marks Opening Day

The rain did not stop the sunshine of folks gathering at the stage of the Greenway to march in celebration of Earth Day, demonstrating support for environmental protection and the beginning of a new season of family activities in Co-op City. This collaboration of the Co-op City Little League and the Rivers Run Community Garden reinvigorated this old favorite tradition by hosting the Earth Day Parade held on April 22, and filling the air with joyful noise and busy feet. The Co-op City Post 1871, American Legion Color Guards led the way, along with Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, and from Congressman Eliot Engel’s office, Richard Fedderman; Leslie Peterson, Grand Marshall, and Mother Earth, portrayed by Gail Sharbaan. They were closely followed by the CYO Cadet Corp

(L-R) Mother Earth (Gail Sharbaan), Director Leslie Peterson, Assemblyman Mike Benedetto and Hector Ayala.

under the direction of James Palmer and the president of the Co-op City Little League, Hector Ayala. Additionally, there was a sea of folks from Co-op City and neighboring communities proudly displaying signs, or wearing tee-shirts that represented their team, garden and support of the earth – all marching from the greenway to the baseball field where they were joined by State Senator Jamaal Bailey. Grand Marshal and Riverbay Board member Leslie Peterson reminded participants of the importance of Earth Day and the wealth of our planet that is its air,

Cadets leading the parade.

From left are Richard Fedderman of Congressman Engel’s Office, State Senator Jamal Bailey, Elena Marerro and her grandson Lucas, along with Assemblyman Mike Benedetto.

Let’s play ball!

water, soil, rivers scenic beauty and wildlife. This was an opportunity for everyone to meet together and commit ourselves to act in ways that are more environmentally friendly and energy efficient. Mother Earth, adorned with flowers and symbols of our planet, stood at Ms. Peterson’s side. Observers saluted the flag, the band played and cars stopped as the long line of marchers walked for a better world. Partnering in the festivities was Bronx Green Up with information on how we can recycle, reduce and reuse to promote a sustainable future. Rivers Run Community Garden (located next to the baseball field) is a waterfront garden designed, built and maintained by volunteers of diverse ages and backgrounds, and accommodates a wide variety of needs and abilities. The Co-op City Little League, founded in 1969, and located in the Bronx Co-op City area, is a non-profit organization operated solely by dedicated volunteers. For forty seven years, it has provided the local community youth ages 4 -16 with an organized baseball program.

See page 26 for more photos. Little Leaguers display their NY Yankees banner.

Photos by Elena Marerro, Leslie Peterson and Hector Ayala, Jr.

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Candidates Respond To City News Article

To the Editor: I am troubled that Board Director Daryl Johnson would recommend in the City News on April 20, 2017 that shareholders not vote for incumbents because of their vote on the budget. The budget was a work in progress for close to three months and required many hours of hard work. There were various proposals, revisions, projects removed and put back in, all in an effort to provide a reasonable budget while meeting the most serious infrastructure needs of our property. In my opinion, undermining the consensus of a majority of the Board as a campaign strategy is not in the best interests of the corporation or its shareholders. There were two competing Budget resolutions submitted to the Board for consideration. One for a 1.9% increase that maintained services and provided for needed capital repairs, and one that To the Editor: In the April 20th, 2017 edition of the City News, Daryl Johnson stated that shareholders should not vote for me because I voted in favor of the Riverbay budget. The opposite is true. Shareholders should not vote for directors who do not perform their job. Directors have a duty to adopt a budget. The budget provides Riverbay with the money it needs to pay for heat, hot water, public safety, repairs, capital improvements, and our mortgage. The budget also sets priorities for how we want our community to be maintained. If the Board does not set

called for a zero increase by reducing services and laying off employees. In a room of 14 directors, 10 voted to approve the budget, 4 did not. Three of the 4 who voted against the approved budget voted for the zero budget. The lone holdout, who voted “no” to both proposals, was Director Johnson. What alternative did Director Johnson offer? None. He could have submitted a resolution for the Board’s consideration, but he did not. Common sense, HCR regulations, our loan agreements, and a director’s fiduciary responsibility all require that our corporation have a budget. Simply voting no, without offering a concrete, alternative resolution, serves no corporate purpose. As the City News article demonstrates, Director Johnson’s “no” vote was nothing more than a campaign strategy. —Linda Berk

priorities, the choices will be made and imposed upon us by our regulators and lenders. The Board met many times discussing the needs of the corporation and how to pay for them. The Board eliminated many expenses and set limits on new hires. Ultimately the Board was presented with two options, a twoyear budget with annual increases of 1.9%, which maintains services and provides money for elevators and lobby renovations; and a zero-increase budget. The zero-increase budget required significant layoffs, reductions in service, and deferred repairs and maintenance. When the vote was

To the Editor: Last week, an article appeared in the City News newspaper informing shareholders that they should not vote for Linda Berk, Kevin Lambright and myself (Marie Smith) because we voted for the 1.9% increase. I would like to state that I voted in good conscience for the increase because safety and quality of life issues are paramount to me. I voted with my head and heart, and never with the intention of hurting anyone in this community. I hope shareholders will take into consideration all that I have accomplished this past year and want to continue to do so in the future, if I am re-elected. Thank you. —Marie Smith

called, 14 directors were present. The zero-increase budget was defeated by a vote of 11 to 3. The 1.9% budget was adopted by a vote of 10 to 4. Only one director voted “no” to both resolutions. That director offered no alternatives, and in fact, has never ,to my knowledge, offered any resolutions, or even sat on any committee. Responsible Board members make hard decisions, based on the facts. It’s not easy, and not always popular. When shareholders elect one of their neighbors to the Board, they should vote for a person who has the courage to make those decisions. —Kevin Lambright

Board’s First Veep Responds To City News Article

To the Editor: It was disturbing to read in the City News (4/20/17) that Director Daryl Johnson called for the defeat in upcoming Board elections of incumbents who voted for the adopted budget. We may disagree on various issues, but to intimidate Board members who didn’t vote as Johnson did is irresponsible and represents a threat to all Board members’ independence. Every two years, the Riverbay Board of Directors must draft a twoyear budget. This year, as in previous years, our challenge was to produce a spending plan that would maintain (and in many cases improve) the quality of services provided; allocate funds to deal with infrastructure problems; and streamline our corporation’s operations—all while maintaining the affordability of our homes. In addition, the proposed budget that

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period. If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Management drafted at our direction included a five-year capital program, a first in Co-op City’s history. If there were no need to finance more than 20 capital projects, the corporation could have operated without imposing any carrying charge increases—and even have produced a surplus—with no cuts in services for the next 6 years. For weeks, the Board met late into the night with Management, as we reviewed, considered pros and cons, and adjusted the budget. In the process, we either eliminated or postponed a number of projects in an effort to reduce the carrying charge increase we originally thought would be necessary. By a vote of 10–4, the Board approved a two-year budget that included two 1.9% carrying charge increases, with two 5% garage fee

increases. The increases are expected to generate only one third of the funds for capital projects; the shortfall will be funded from reserves and operating surpluses. Another proposed resolution, on behalf of a budget with zero increases for the first two years, was defeated, 3 members in favor; 11 opposed. To fund an anticipated shortfall of $12 million, we would have had to accept major service cuts and layoffs. Please note that Johnson did not offer an alternative budget resolution, with back-up documentation, for the Board’s consideration. Yet he condemns the Board members who acted in a responsible fiduciary manner by approving a budget that will keep carrying charge increases to a minimum while financing essential capital projects. —Bernard Cylich

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 34 Building 34

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr. Expiration Date

Building 34 120 Elgar Place

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The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors. Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp. Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available. The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor. All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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Public Safety Report

CCPD Urges Drivers To “Click It Or Ticket”

Beginning Monday, May 20, 2013 law enforcement began increased enforcement of the seat belt law “CLICK IT OR TICKET.” Heightened enforcement have been in effect to encourage drivers to ensure that all persons in their vehicles are wearing a seatbelt. Seatbelts have shown to effectively reduce your risk of death in a car crash. Front passengers in all vehicles must wear seatbelts at all times. Children and young adults in the rear seats must also wear seat belts. All passengers in a vehicle should wear seat belts. The driver of the vehicle is ultimately responsible for all passengers in their vehicle and can receive summonses and points on their license for all violations. Every person riding in an automobile should wear a seatbelt. Seatbelts save lives. Airbags are not a substitute for seatbelts and are designed to be used in connection with seatbelts. An airbag comes out of the steering wheel or dashboard at a speed of 250 miles per hour. Without a seatbelt, the force of an airbag can cause serious injuries to the front seat passenger and driver. Wearing a seatbelt in a vehicle equipped with airbags will minimize injuries in otherwise life threatening collision. Seatbelts will prevent the wearer from being thrown from the automobile in the case of a collision. Today’s automobiles are designed to keep the passenger compartment intact in the event of a collision. Without a seatbelt, you will not remain within that safety zone. Unsecured persons in a vehicle continue to travel at the vehicle’s speed until they strike a solid object within or outside the vehicle. Internal organs of the unbelted person then collide with the skeletal system causing serious internal injuries. An unbelted person also serves as a projectile and can cause injuries to other persons in the vehicle. A person properly restrained stays within the vehicle’s safety zone and comes to a slower stop thereby minimizing injuries. During spring, it may be likely that drivers might be taking more trips and transporting children or other passengers in their vehicles. It is very important that all drivers are aware of the rules and regulations regarding the appropriate restraint system for passengers of all ages. Using the proper car seat greatly increases children’s safety when they ride in a vehicle. Every person riding in a vehicle should be appropriately buckled up every time you drive your vehicle. Never put a rear facing infant seat in the front seat of an auto that has a passenger airbag. The airbag can propel the car seat into the seat back with enough force to seriously injure or kill the child. Never hold a child on your lap while driving or while seated in the front seat. The force of the airbag throwing the child against you could be fatal. You should never take a child out of a car seat if they are fussing. Car seat in the rear seat is always the way to go, never regard not sitting in a car seat or sitting in the front seat as a reward. Children need to be buckled up in the rear seat of the vehicle properly restrained. Children aged 8 or over, weighing 100 pounds or more or taller than 4 feet, 9 inches may use a seat belt. Children between 4 and 8, 40 to 100 pounds should use a booster seat. Children 1 to 4 years of age should be in a child safety seat with a five point harness. Children younger than 1-year should be placed in a rear facing infant seat in the back seat of the auto. Never use a car seat that has been in an accident, it may have sustained damage that is not visible. Car seat installation can seem difficult at first. It is very important that you carefully read the owner’s manual for both the car seat and for your auto. The LATCH system is an attempt to simplify car seat installation and make it universal from one car to another. The acronym LATCH stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren. It includes Lower Anchorage points and top tether straps to fasten car seats. All vehicles manufactured after 2003 must have at least two LATCH points (Continued on page 38)

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

BY LT. PAM APOLLO

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties. Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions. CONTRACT SUMMARY

Contract P1065, Uniforms & Equipment for Public Safety & Lobby Attendants Bids Due: May 4, 2017 at 3 p.m. Late bids will not be accepted. This is for Purchase only. If interested, contact benn@riverbaycorp.com Vendors must have a tailor on staff.

Contracts 3154, A/E Services for Balcony Restorations for Local Law 11 Report Pre-bid Meeting: May 4, 2017 at 10 a.m. at the project site, 98 Co-op City Blvd., Green Trailers, Bronx, NY 10475 Bids Due: May 18, 2017 at 5 p.m. Insurance: Required from winning bidder.

Contract 3156, Printing of the Co-op City Times Bids Due: May 10, 2017 at 5 p.m. Insurance: Required from winning bidder.

Contract 3153, Towing Services Bids Due: May 5, 2017 at 5 p.m. Insurance: Required from winning bidder.

Contract #P1059, Fully Assembled Convectors Bids Due: May 4, 2017 at 2 p.m. Late bids will not be accepted. If interested in bidding on this contract, please contact bpenn@riverbaycorp.com This is for Purchase only.

Contract 3114, Chevron Lobby Modernization Project: Renovation of the Chevron Lobbies. Bids Due: May 16, 2017 by the end of the business day (4:00 p.m.) Bonding: Bonding is required Insurance: Insurance is required

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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Director’s Viewpoint

Evelyn Turner

This director agrees with other parents in Section 5 who say parents must teach their children not to litter and pick up behind themselves. As one parent commented, “Taking care and respecting where you live starts at home.” Yes, parents are the first teachers. As the summer months approach, if you see something, say something. It appears that in the last months, there may have been a “spike” in criminal activity in all sections. However, our Public Safety Department has been on top of things. The department has even posted Safety Tips by the elevators. As stated in previous articles, I make no apologies for voting for a small carrying charge increase so that our Public Safety Department would NOT lose staff. Our local precinct does not have the manpower to peruse the entire community 24/7 like our Public Safety Department. Something To Think About! Are you concerned about the process presently used to screen prospective applicants to live here? Let me be clear, I am not talking about applicants who grew up with their parents in Co-op City. This is home for them and, in my opinion, should be on the top of the wait list for apartments if they can meet certain criteria. We want our young people who attend and graduate college, get a career, a good job or start a business to remain in their community of origin. What I mean is that there are some co-ops in NYC where the “Board” has the final review of applicants and can turn down an application for any reason as long as they do not discriminate against the buyer. This is something we should talk about. Co-op City is unique in that we continue to accept applicants

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who don’t have the money saved to pay for a mortgage in full when applying and prior to moving in. Riverbay Corporation has to assist these new applicants with getting financing, as well as evaluate their ability to pay carrying charge. Feedback from cooperators would be appreciated. As we move forward, should the Riverbay Board of Directors get involved in reviewing the complete application packages and making the final decision? Again, other co-ops have this in place already. Partnerships Thanks to the editor for allowing the “Eta Omega Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to submit an article sharing more information about their involvement in the Mental Health Awareness Workshop which they co-sponsored with the Riverbay Disability Committee and the National Alliance On Mental Illness (NAMI) on April 8. It was this sorority that partnered with the Youth Committee to sponsor the FIRST Family Fun Day for Children on the Autism Spectrum. Since that first event, we have had two additional events with more to come. The sorority also partnered with Public Safety and others to obtain “Seasonal Wraps” for our veterans. It is refreshing to know that our newly elected State Senator, Jamaal Bailey, is also passionate about this initiative and has sponsored an Autism event in the district. State Assemblyman Benedetto, a former educator, has always been a staunch supporter of children on the Autism Spectrum. An OMEGA PSI PHI FATERNITY Chapter has always attended our College, Career and Resource Fair to reach out to young people interested in college tours to Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The beauty of Co-op City is that we pride ourselves as a community that reaches out to other service organizations and schools to partner with. We are hopeful that other sororities and fraternities will partner with us to share their resources and talents.

It’s Baseball Season Thanks to Director Leslie Peterson for her leadership in sponsoring the Earth Day Parade celebrating our Little League Baseball Team that was reportedly very successful. May our team have a great year! Go Team, Go! Least We Forget It was in July 1948 that a Rev. John J. Johnson, president of the Negro National League, charged minor league teams with discrimination against Negroes for rejecting the application of a Negro league. The late Mayor of New York, Fiorello La Guardia, had appointed a commission to discuss the problem. Most teams were reluctant to follow the recommendations. However, the Brooklyn Dodgers was an exception and had signed Jackie Robinson, the first Negro to play for a major league team. He broke the color bar in 1945. According to history, many Dodger fans watched white ballplayer try to “spike” Jackie, however, he refused to allow it to bother him. That year, Roy Campanella, Don Newcomb and John Wright were signed. The Cleveland Indians signed the great pitcher, Leroy “Satchel” Paige. It’s the responsibility of parents and coaches to teach the young players today about the shoulders they stand on. In America today, we cannot depend on the schools to teach the story of the African-American baseball greats who paved the way for this generation. Cooperator Concerns Thanks to cooperators for sharing your concerns with me. However, its election time and you are encouraged to attend forums and ask candidates for the Board any questions you have. “A bad attitude is like a flat tire, you can’t go anywhere until you change it.” Yours in service, I may be reached at: Evelyn M. Turner, LCSW, 718-320-8088 or write me: 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

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Blood Bank Here TODAY, April 29th Please Donate, Blood is Urgently Needed

The Riverbay Community Blood Bank is holding its bi-annual blood drive today in the Bartow Community Center with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation. The blood drive is being held TODAY in the Bartow Community Center, room 31, from 10:00 a.m. till 4:00 p.m. Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs. and who has not donated within the last 56 days is an eligible blood donor. Those above the age of 75 may donate providing they have a note from their doctor stating that they may donate. Individuals 16 years of age may donate provided they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at www.nybloodcenter.org. Also available will be the use of the Alyx System should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood; the difference being that as you donate the Alyx System will separate your blood components into two, allowing two persons the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your one donation. The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer when donating, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conventional method. The choice is yours, you will be asked at the time of registration

which type donation you wish to make, the conventional method or by using the Alyx System. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have. All donors must be able to show picture ID and provide their Social Security number. Donating blood is relatively quick and easy. Most persons who are in reasonably good health are eligible to donate, even those on medications may donate with few exceptions. Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility, you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1-800-688-0900. Please be sure to eat prior to donating. Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation. Close to 2,000 men, women and children, including cancer, transplant and surgery patients, trauma victims, newborn babies and many more in our community need blood transfusions each day. Please be a caring person and donate; the life you help to save may be that of a family member, friend or neighbor. We look forward to your coming down and participating. Light refreshments will be served to all donors. We thank you in advance for being a caring person. “Live and Let Live is Good – Live and Help Live is Better.” —Joe Boiko

Broun Place Townhouse Association

From Broun Place Townhouse Association: Broun Place Townhouse Association continues to pursue the placement of signage in townhouse clusters that is directional and informative. Last week, we represented at the Construction Committee meeting. We encourage more attendance by associations to these very important and informative meetings. Last week’s meeting discussed new machines for convector cleaning and important points that impact on cleaner air. It was agreed that cooperators with pets must pay more attention to their convectors. Construction updates and safety were also discussed with reference to progress in Dreiser and Bartow. The epidemic of scam phone calls, for example, offering to reduce your credit card interest rate, is something we must be conscious of. Do you get calls from Yonkers City? We do! Don’t know how this happened, but we get calls regarding parking and other Yonkers’ City calls. The History Committee is looking for memobilia of Co-op City. Your input is appreciated and will add to the success of the celebration. Contact Mr. Cylich or Eva Lazaar to submit your photos or objects. Guess what? In comparison with other Mitchell-Lamas, we are still your best buy. Just 15% of Co-op City, about 45 acres, is taken up by buildings. Tot-Lot renovation began in the eighties as a result of efforts of a joint committee from Riverbay and parents. This resulted in the well executed tot-lots all through Co-op City. Co-op City is child and family friendly. It is also the largest NORC in the state. Cooperators, it is your responsibility to vote for your Board of Directors. They get voted in for three-year terms. Your vote makes it work. Garbage dumping is a dangerous and disgusting problem. Call 3-1-1 to report public areas that have been dumped upon. We have been in contact with 3-1-1 regarding Bassett and DeReimer Streets and Edson and Bartow Avenue. Let’s do our job, DO NOT LITTER! The green and white recycling bins by the garages are for reusable items. Hallelujah, some mailboxes are back. Here’s the thing though, that slot is hardly wide enough for a large envelope. In order to return a package, you must go to the post office and stand on that long line. Yet, go to another neighborhood and the old fashioned mail boxes with large chutes are on public street corners! Why were we fitted with this type of mailbox? Townhouse residents can purchase window guards. The forms are not required to be filled out by townhouse residents. We learned this by working with Adler Place Townhouse Association and their president, Kenneth Graham. Tidings for a Happy Birthday and many more birthdays to neighbor Thea Lowe for April 30th. This weekend marks the deadline for submitting applications for the scholarship named for Kevin Shaw Jr. Applications must be submitted by April 30. “If you see something, say something;” call Public Safety: 718-671-3050. Have a great week! —Eva Lazaar

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Contract #3049, Board of Directors Elections This Agreement made by and between Election America with offices at 147 E. 2nd St., Ste 102, Mineola, NY 11501 (hereafter Contractor) and Riverbay Corporation with offices at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York 10475 (hereafter Riverbay.) SCOPE OF WORK The Scope of Work shall be as contained in Election America’s attached proposal (excluding Telephone Voting) in which they will also honor their price for the 2017 election. At the sole discretion of Riverbay Corporation the contract can be extended for a 3 year period and price will remained fixed. PAYMENT Payment(s) shall be made within forty-five (45) days of receipt of proper invoice(s) for work completed the previous month. Contractor shall have the right to stop work in the event that payment is not made within sixty (60) days after receipt of invoice. Contractors and suppliers are advised that they must submit monthly invoices within 30 days after the month services were performed. Invoices submitted 90 days or more after the month service were performed will not be paid by Riverbay. FEES The fee for this work will be $18,359.15 and also at the sole discretion of Riverbay for on-site tally/ count with an additional fee of $8,500.00 shall apply. TERMS & CONDITIONS The following Terms & Conditions are a material part of this Agreement and Riverbay Corporation's Terms and Conditions shall prevail in the event of any conflicts with respect to any Terms and Conditions that may be noted in Contractor's proposals. 1. INDEMNITY & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Contractor agrees, to the fullest extent permitted by law, to indemnify and hold harmless Riverbay Corporation, The New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal ("D.H.C.R.",) Wells Fargo Bank, NA, SONYMA and Residential Management Group LLC dba Douglas Elliman Property Management, (for purposes of this section, the word “Riverbay” shall be deemed to include its respective directors, officers, employees representatives and agents, and the word “D.H.C.R.” shall be deemed to include the State of New York and any of its agencies. department officials, employees, representatives and agents) against all damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and defense costs, to the extent caused by the Contractor's negligent performance of professional services under this Agreement and anyone for whom the Contractor is legally liable. Neither Riverbay nor the Contractor shall be obligated to indemnify the other party in any manner whatsoever for the other party's negligence or willful misconduct. The total liability of Contractor and its subcontractors (if any), whether in contract, tort (including negligence), strict liability, or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by law, shall not exceed the price paid or payable under this Contract or the limits of insurance provided in Section 2 below, whichever is highest. This monetary limitation shall survive the failure of any exclusive remedy. 2. INSURANCE PROVISIONS (a) Before commencing the work under the terms of this Agreement, Contractor shall procure and maintain, or cause to be procured and maintained, at least the following policies of insurance (and shall be responsible for the administration of all claims there under) and will cover all obligations under the Agreement. Policies for such insurance shall be written for the benefit of Riverbay, H.C.R., and Contractor as their interests may appear. All policies shall name as Additional Insureds, Riverbay Corporation, Residential Management Group LLC dba Douglas Elliman Property Management, The New York State Division of Housing & Community

Renewal, Wells Fargo Bank, NA and SONYMA. No endorsements attempting to limit the coverage given to the additional named insureds shall be accepted. (b) All insurance policies shall be written by a company or companies authorized to do business in the State of New York and shall be subject to the approval of Riverbay and the D.H.C.R. (c) All insurance coverages shall be written in a form satisfactory to Riverbay and the D.H.C.R. (d) Contractor shall furnish Riverbay and the D.H.C.R. with Certificates of Insurance prior to commencing performance of this Agreement. In addition, each Certificate of Insurance must provide a minimum of thirty (30) days written notice of cancellation or material change to Riverbay and the other named insureds by the insurance carrier. Wording such as “will endeavor to notify” and “failure to mail such notice shall impose no obligation or liability of any kind upon the company” are not acceptable, and must be deleted. (e) Should any insurance policy required by this Agreement be cancelled and should Contractor fail to immediately obtain substitute coverage, Riverbay may obtain such insurance and charge the premiums for the insurance to Contractor. (f) Contractor's insurance is primary and noncontributory (g) The kinds and amounts of insurance required are as follows: l. Workers Compensation Insurance, in accordance with the Workers Compensation Law, and the Disability Benefits Law, covering all operations under the Agreement. 2. Contractor will carry commercial general liability or general liability coverage of $2,000,000.00. 3. Contractor shall carry an umbrella policy of $1,000,000.00 4. Contractor shall report to Riverbay and to the insurance carrier's any and all incidents relating to the work undertaken by Contractor pursuant to the terms of this Agreement, giving rise to a claim under any insurance policy maintained by Contractor pursuant to this Section. Such notice shall be given immediately after Contractor obtains knowledge thereof. Contractor shall coordinate and facilitate the settlement of all such claims. 3. NON-DISCRIMINATION a) Contractor will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status and predisposing genetic characteristics. b) Contractor agrees to abide by any and all laws, ordinances and regulations concerning non-discrimination in employment. c) If directed to do so by the Commissioner of Human Rights of the State of New York, Contractor will send to each labor union or its representatives of workers with which Contractor has, or is bound by a collective bargaining or other Agreement or understanding, a notice, to be provided by the Commissioner of Human Rights, advising such labor union or representative of Contractor's Agreement under clauses (a) through (f) (hereinafter called "nondiscrimination clauses") shall request the labor union or representative to furnish a written statement to Contractor that the Organization will likewise not discriminate because of race, creed, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status and predisposing genetic characteristics; and that such organization will fully cooperate in the implementation of the policy. The organization shall state in writing that it consists that all recruitment and employment under this Agreement shall be in accordance with the purpose and provisions of these nondiscrimination clauses. If such labor union or repre-

sentative fails or refuses to comply with such a request that it furnish such a statement, the Agreement or, shall promptly notify the State Commissioner of Human Rights of such failure or refusal. d) If directed by the Commissioner of Human Rights, Contractor will post all notices provided by the Commissioner of Human Rights in a conspicuous place. e) All solicitations and advertisements for employees issued by Contractor shall state that applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, national origin age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status and predisposing genetic characteristics. f) This Agreement may be cancelled, terminated or suspended, in whole or part, by Riverbay upon a finding by the Commissioner of Human Rights that Contractor has not complied with these non-discrimination clauses. Moreover, Contractor is declared ineligible for future Agreements made by or on behalf of the State or a public authority or agency of the State, until Contractor satisfies the Commissioner of Human Rights that Contractor has established and is carrying out recruitment and hiring program in compliance with the provisions of these nondiscrimination clauses. Such a finding may be made by the Commissioner of Human Rights after conciliation efforts by the Commissioner have failed to achieve compliance by Contractor. 4. ASSIGNMENT Neither this Agreement nor any interest therein, or claim thereunder, shall be assigned or transferred by Contractor to any party or parties. 5. CHOICE OF LAW AND COMPLIANCE WITH LAW This Agreement shall be governed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York applicable to transactions to be performed therein. Contractor will comply with all Municipal, State and Federal laws and will obtain any permits that may be required. All actions will be brought in either the Supreme Court of the State of New York, County of the Bronx or the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York. Contractor hereby consents to jurisdiction being in said courts. 6. CHANGE ORDERS Any change order(s) affecting this Agreement must be approved in writing, by Riverbay. Such change order(s) must also have the prior written approval of the representative of the D.H.C.R. 7. INTEREST OF MEMBERS OF AUTHORITY /COMPANY, ETC. Contractor covenants that no member of Congress or of the Legislature of the State of New York, nor of the local legislative body, head of department, chief of bureau, deputy thereof or clerk therein, or any other employee of the Government of the United States, the State of New York, the Municipality in which the project is located, or any employee, representatives or agent of Riverbay or member of its Board of Directors is, shall be or become interested directly or indirectly as a contracting party, partner, stockholder, surety or otherwise, in this bid or in the performance of the Agreement to which it relates, or in any portion of the profits thereof, and that Contractor has not and will not give by person any gift, gratuity or thing of value, directly or indirectly, in connection with the award of or administration of this Agreement. Annexed is a copy of the “THE STATEMENT OF POLICY OF RIVERBAY CORPORATION CONCERNING STANDARDS OF CONDUCT BY ITS EMPLOYEES, DIRECTORS, VENDORS AND CONTRACTORS” (APPENDIX “A”). 8. MODIFICATION No waiver, alteration, or modification of any of the

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Contract #3049, Board of Directors Elections provisions of this Agreement shall be binding unless in waiting and signed by the party to be bound. 9. ORDER TO PROCEED Riverbay will issue an Order to Proceed in writing which will set forth the date upon which work is to commence. Riverbay will not issue this Order to Proceed without the prior written approval of the D.H.C.R. 10. SEVERABILITY If any term or provision of this Agreement or the application thereof to any person or circumstances shall, to any extent be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such term or provision to persons or circumstances other than those as to which it is held invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected thereby, and each term and provision of this Agreement shall be valid and be enforced to the fullest extent permitted by law. 11. PERMITS AND COMPLIANCE Contractor shall provide copies of all permits to Riverbay prior to commencement of the work. If said work is a recognized emergency all permits and licenses will be provided to Riverbay as soon after the work commences as is practical. Contractor shall be responsible for any fines, charges or fees incurred because of Contractor's failure to obtain permits and licenses. 12. NOTICE All notices, demands or other communications under this Agreement, shall be deemed sufficiently given when mailed via registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, to the other party at the address hereinabove set forth or such other address as may hereafter be furnished in writing in like manner. 13. TERMINATION Riverbay may terminate this Agreement at any time upon thirty (30) days written notice. Contractor may terminate this Agreement at any time upon sixty (60) days written notice. In the event of such a termination by Riverbay or by Contractor, Riverbay shall pay the Contractor for all services rendered prior to the termination. All notices required to be given to either party under any provisions of this Agreement shall be in writing and delivered by Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested, addressed as follows: for Election America for Riverbay Corporation Chris Backert Michael Munns, Esq. General Manager General Counsel 147 E. 2nd., Ste 102 2049 Bartow Avenue Mineola, NY 11501 Bronx, New York 10475 14. PROHIBITED TRANSACTIONS As a material part of the bidding and contract pro-

cedure the Contractor must complete and submit Appendix “B” Prohibited Transactions. If Contractor does not accurately comply Riverbay may, at its discretion, either not award the contract or immediately terminate the contract for cause. If any of the answers to the questions within Appendix "B" change the Contractor must notify Riverbay in writing within 24 hours. ln either case the Contractor will not be entitled to damages of any kind and the Contractor will be responsible for any damages to Riverbay. 15. CONTRACTOR'S COOPERATION WITH RIVERBAY’S APPLICATIONS FOR GRANTS BENEFITS, ABATEMENTS, ETC. During the term of this Agreement Riverbay expects to apply for various grants, private/public benefits, exemptions, etc. that may be available due

APPENDIX "A" "STATEMENT OF POLICY OF RIVERBAY CORPORATION CONCERNING STANDARDS OF CONDUCT BY ITS EMPLOYEES, DIRECTORS, VENDORS AND CONTRACTORS"

the detriment of the Corporation, or even appear to do so, in their dealing with the public, the residents or commercial tenants of Co-op City, Contractors, Contractors, suppliers of the Corporation, any government agencies, and persons who work or do business with or for the Corporation. 3. Such persons shall not: (a) Hold or acquire any material financial interest, either directly or indirectly, in any company doing business with Riverbay Corporation, its Contractors. commercial tenants, suppliers, or any of their subsidiaries or sub Contractors. (b) Be employed by or receive any payment or benefit from any of Riverbay Corporation's suppliers, Contractors, commercial tenants or any of their subsidiaries or sub-contractors, unless fully disclosed in accordance with this policy. (This rule should not be so construed as to prevent the employment of any such person in a capacity which is irrelevant to such employee's relationship to Riverbay Corporation. Any person so employed at the time these rules are adopted or when these rules become

In an effort to keep the high standards of ethics which have been in place for many years at Riverbay Corporation (Corporation), the Board of Directors has requested that a copy of the following stated policy be distributed to all Contractors, Vendors and Suppliers. 1. Members of the Board and all persons employed by or associated with the Corporation (hereafter: "such persons") are expected to maintain a high ethical and moral standard of conduct and to avoid any acts or relationships which present any conflict of interest, a potential conflict of interest, or an appearance of impropriety. 2. Such persons must avoid any obligations or relationships which might affect their judgment to

to the nature of the work being performed pursuant to this Agreement. It is a material part of this Agreement that the Contractor fully and accurately provides any and all necessary assistance, applications, signatures, records or data, including, but not limited to, disclosure of Contractor’s financial information and forms similar to, but not limited to, requirements of the New York City Vendex System. Contractor shall provide such data/assistance/information within ten (10) business days of Riverbay’s written request. 16. STANDARD OF CARE Contractor warrants that it shall perform the services required under this Agreement consistent with the professional skill and care ordinarily provided by professionals practicing in the same or similar locality under similar circumstances.

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applicable to them, may retain their position unless the Conflicts Committee determines otherwise.) (c) Accept any gifts, favors or entertainment or any other personal assistance directly or indirectly which is substantial in nature from any of Riverbay Corporation's suppliers, Contractors, commercial tenants, residential tenants or any of their affiliates, subsidiaries or sub-contractors. Meals at which the business of the Corporation is discussed shall not be considered substantial in nature as long as the cost does not exceed $40.00. Gifts, favors or entertainment among such persons or cooperators and their families do not violate this rule when there is no intention of anyone gaining an advantage with respect to the business of the Corporation. 4. No conflict of interest or impropriety shall be deemed to arise as a result of any such person's activities or involvements with charitable, civic, community or non-profit organizations or similar entities with which they are involved; or in the case of any other non-substantial matter which was disclosed prior to the adoption of these rules.

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Contract #3049, Board of Directors Elections

5. Where there is question about a possible conflict of interest, or possible appearance of impropriety, the party so involved should disclose such conflicts to the Corporation's General Counsel to render an opinion. Counsel may render such an opinion and may send a confidential copy to the Conflicts Committee hereby created. Counsel may refer any question to the Conflicts Committee for a determination. 6. Determination of any violation and any action to be taken with respect to such violation shall be made by a Conflicts Committee which shall consist of the General Manager, General Counsel and the President or another member of the Board of Directors designated by the President. In making such a determination, the Committee shall consider appropriate exceptions due to special circumstances and rules of professional conduct applicable to any particular case. The Conflicts Committee shall maintain confidentiality with respect to its deliberations unless the Committee shall make a unanimous decision to do otherwise in any particular case. 7. Violations of this policy which have not been previously disclosed should result in a reprimand, demotion, dismissal or other appropriate action, depending upon the gravity of the violation. 8. Each such person and those who do business with the Corporation shall be provided with a copy of this statement by the General Manager and a copy shall be included as part of the Corporation's process for soliciting bids. APPENDIX "B" PROHIBITED TRANSACTIONS 1. Prohibited Transactions: (a) the Contractor warrants and represents the (i) it has not given or received anything of value to or from any person or entity affiliated in any manner with or employed by Riverbay and/or Riverbay· s managing agent in connection with the designation of the Contractor to perform the work hereunder or the negotiation, execution or delivery of this contract; (ii) it will not give or receive anything of value to or from any such person or entity before, during or after the performance of the work except for the performance of the work and receipt of payment therefore expressly specified in the contract; and (iii) it has not colluded with any other bidder or bidders in connection with the bidding process by which the Contractor was designated for performance of this work. (b) In the event any of the foregoing representations are proved to be untrue by credible evidence, then Riverbay shall at its option terminate the contract for cause and will pursue any and all available remedies at law or in equity for damages, if any against the Contractor. 2. In the past five years has (i) Contractor, (ii) any firm which owns 5% or more Contractor, (iii) any firm 5% or more of which is owned by the Contractor, or (iv) any predecessor in interest of Contractor, related company, principal, director, officer or key employee of the Contractor, been the subject of any of the following actions: (a) been suspended, debarred, disqualified, had its qualification revoked or otherwise been declared ineligible to bid on any project, public or private? Yes ________

No____X____

Yes ________

No____X____

Yes ________

No____X____

Yes ________

No____X____

Yes ________

No____X____

(b) been barred from bidding or denied a contract as a result of refusal to testify before a grand jury or administrative board or agency? (c) been denied a contract despite being the low bidder for any reason? (d) defaulted on any contract?

(e) has a contract terminated prior to completion?

(f) been given a final unsatisfactory performance determination or deemed a poor performer (by letter or formal proceedings)? Yes ________

No____X____

Yes ________

No____X____

(g) had liquidated damages assessed against it during or upon completion of a contract? If the answer to any portion of the questions are yes, please provide all relevant details including the name and contact person at the owner or agency which took any of the above actions. 3. (a) Has the Contractor or any predecessor in interest of Contractor, related company, principal, director, officer of key employee of the Contractor. any firm which owns 5% or more of the Contractor. or any firm 5% or more of which is owned by the Contractor been convicted or a felony or a misdemeanor within the past 10 years? Yes ________

No____X____

If yes, state details, including a description of the crime. State and Court of conviction, date of conviction, disposition (plea/conviction and sentence), and the index or docket number: _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________

4. Has the Contractor, or any principal of the Contractor, or any business entity in which any principal of the Contractor has been a principal, been the subject of any investigation (civil or criminal) by any government agency or public authority relating to business of the Contractor within the past ten years and to date, including pending investigations: Yes ________

_________________________________________ _________________________________________

6. (a) Is the Contractor, or any principal of the Contractor or the spouse of any such principal or any officer or employee of the Contractor related in any manner to a member of Riverbay's Board of Directors, officer, or employee of any principal of Riverbay's managing agent? Yes ________

No____X____

If yes, provide the particulars:

_________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________

(b) Has the Contractor or any principal of the Contractor or any firm which owns 5% or more of the Contractor, or any firm 5% more of which is owned by Contractor, or any predecessor in interest of Contractor, engaged in any business or personal dealings with any person on owner's Board of Directors or owner’s managing agent or any principal thereof during the past five years and to date? Yes ________

No____X____

Failure to answer these questions will be considered a material breach of the contract for which Riverbay reserves its legal rights and remedies at law for damages, if any, against the Contractor. I have read the foregoing answers and such answers are true to the best of my knowledge

No____X____

If yes, state the name of the agency, date, and details and disposition of the investigation: _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________ _________________________________________

5. Has the Contractor or any principal of the Contractor, any firm which owns 5% or more of the Contractor or any firm 5% or more of which is owned by the Contractor or predecessor in interest of the Contractor related company, principal, director, officer or key employee of the Contractor or any business entity in which any principal of the Contractor has been a principal, been involved in the past ten years in any litigation, civil or criminal, or in any arbitration proceedings arising out of its performance of a contract to which it was a party and/or are there any judgments outstanding against the same? Yes ________

No____X____

If yes, provide details, including caption, court and index or docket number of each case or proceeding; the particulars of each case or proceeding; and the disposition of same: _________________________________________ _________________________________________

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Rivers Run Community Garden

Thank you for all who came out for the Earth Day celebration last Saturday. I can’t begin to tell you the how much joy I felt for being picked to represent Mother Earth at the parade. Thank you to all the gardeners and volunteers who contributed to the success on that day. Special thank you to Denise Shelley for creating the perfect outfit, and Elena Marrero, Laurana Waites, Lois Colon and Bronx Green Up for leading the various garden activities. We also want to thank the Osborne group for their help in fixing the beds and beautifying the garden last Monday. I could dedicate this article to a host of people and organizations to which we are grateful, however, our space here is limited. If you don’t see your name, please know that we do appreciate you. Sincerely. Lelia Dickenson and Valerie Gunn will be conducting FREE family painting workshops for all ages on Mother’s Day, May 14th. Folks who have never lifted a brush before taking her class will emerge feeling like kin to Picasso, Annie Lee and other famous artists. Natural Products will be on sale. If you’d like to take advantage of the opportuni-

Building 2 Association

Alas, Spring is here! We wish to thank Board member Claudia Sampson for speaking at our April 18th meeting. She brought us up-to-date on the activities of the Board, i.e., the budget discussions and all of its ramifications. It was quite a learning experience. We sincerely hope that she will come and speak with us again. We are moving again toward the Family Fun Day in September. They desperately need volunteers. Contact our president, Adelina Martinez at 718-6716802 if you are interested. Our building is also looking forward to a celebration of the original tenants. If you are one of Co-op City's pioneers who moved into Building 2 in 1969, contact Ms. Martinez at the above number or Ms. Tillman at 718-320-2080 so that we can know how many guests to prepare for. In May, there will be elections for the Board. Please try and come to the candidates’ forums and hear what the prospective candidates’ views are on certain subjects. The election format is changing. You may vote through the mail or on the internet. Don't forget to file your income affidavits by April 30th. Our next meeting will be on Tuesday, May 9, at 7 p.m. Keep well. —Carlyn Jones

Building 6 Association

We had a great building meeting with AllState Insurance. They gave us a lot of great information. We are having a Cake and Cupcake and Cookies Sale for a fundraiser for Building 6 Association on Saturday, May 6 at 11 a.m. in our building lobby. We are asking people to donate cakes and cupcakes and cookies to help us raise money. We are planning Pizza with A Cop and a building meeting with the candidates for the upcoming Riverbay Board elections. Family Fun Day will be September 16. It will be a lot of fun and it will be right behind our building on the path. It’s going to be better than last year with free hotdogs and we will have DJ playing music and live entertainment. We will be looking for volunteers to help with this event. —Jeffrey Schwartz

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ties to get your hands dirty and make your heart happy, there is always something that needs doing. Also, we are looking for artists to help paint the water containers. Just stop by, pick up a brush or hammer and enjoy yourself. Hope you are telling your friends and family about this amazing place where we not only grow fruits and vegetables, but we grow knowledge and friendships. Rivers Run Community Garden is a movement towards improved mental and physical health. We provide all types of workshops, including nutrition, meditation, edible and medicinal wilds identification, planting, building and crafting. We are the outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares, as well as residents and neighbors. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit. Stay. Experience us. Important dates (All are welcome): • TODAY – Garden clean up at 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

17 (weather permitting) • May 14 – Free Painting Workshop with Lelia Dickenson and Valerie Gunn Rivers Run is open: • Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (or until dusk) • Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. • Saturdays & Sundays, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds. Members who are actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome. To schedule your volunteer hours for July, please email jam239@aol.com and rivers_run@yahoo.com. If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or me at 718-671-3801. —Gail Sharbaan

Building 32 Association

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Meeting Our last meeting prior to the summer hiatus is scheduled for Wednesday, May 24 at 7:30 p.m. The date printed last week was my error. Our meeting room is on the first floor rear in Building 32B. Our special guest will be announced shortly. If you have not paid your dues, it is $5 per family, per year and can be paid at the meeting. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we were unable to have a dues collection as we normally do, so it would be appreciated if you could bring your dues to the meeting, even if you are unable to stay. Bake Sale There will be a bake sale in June so you can start thinking about showing off your baking talents. The particulars will be announced in the next few weeks. Dinner Theatre October 18 is the date, and it is a matinee performance at the Westchester Dinner Theatre. The show is "Annie, Get Your Gun" and the total cost, including round-trip transportation, full course luncheon, taxes and gratuities, is $80. The first payment of $40 is due June 5; the second payment is due no later than September 5. The last date for refunds is September 5. Payments, via check or money order, made payable to Building 32 Association, can be sent to Ms. Dolores Rankin at 4160 Hutchinson River Pkwy., Apt. 10E, Bronx NY 10475. Ms. Rankin can be reached at 718-379-0910. —Lorna Smith

Building 10 Association

Greetings and salutations, dear neighbors. It's been a wonderful week, but I bet the best is yet to come. Ice Cream Social – This event (for Building 10 residents - children and adults) will take place on Saturday, May 6, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Bldg. 10 Association room (rear lobby of Bldg. 10B). We look forward to everyone coming down and enjoying a special treat. We're sure there will be something to satisfy everyone's palate. General Membership Meeting – Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, May 9, at 7 p.m. in the building association room. Guest speakers will be Mr. Javier Valenzuela and Mr. Silfrodo Frias, Building and Grounds maintenance managers for Section 2. We encourage you to attend what is expected to be a very informative meeting. We will also continue to collect association dues ($5 per household) for the year and will discuss upcoming association events. Man on the Prowl – I received a message concerning a recent Facebook post relative to a young man who has been seen going from building to building and ringing door bells as early as 5 a.m. He was last seen on Debs Place in one of the Bldg. 10 sections. It appears that Public Safety is aware of this individual, but has yet to catch him. Residents are cautioned not to buzz in or open their door to unknown individuals and to stay alert when leaving and entering their home. Please be careful even when going to the compactor room to dispose of garbage. Income Affidavits – Just a reminder that tomorrow, Sunday, April 30th is the due date for submitting your completed, notarized affidavit to Riverbay. The form must be accompanied by a copy of your co-op insurance declaration page or a certified letter from your insurance representative showing that you have the required coverage on your apartment. Have a safe, peaceful and enjoyable week. —Carol Campbell

Building 27 Association

Greetings, neighbors. Spring is here, pink, white flowers blooming on our trees. Enjoy the beauty of nature. Please stay alert of your surroundings. Scammer’s alert – Microsoft warning appeared on my computer screen, almost like a gotcha. Once again, a phone number to call to unblock access to your computer. “X” out and call your provider to confirm. Never call the phone number that is provided via the fake warning alert. Deadline For Income Affidavit – is April 30th. Please get your information in timely, we do not need a surcharge attached to our carrying charge needlessly. Foxwood Casino, Connecticut – The Building 27 Association would love for you to join us on Friday, May 19. Price: $40, $10 rebate and a buffet voucher. NOTE: Payments will be accepted on Thursday, April 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. in lobby 27A, final payment and no refunds due on Thursday, May 11, from 4 to 6 p.m. in lobby 27C. Bus leaving at 8 a.m. SHARP from Einstein Loop Center. Please, the bus will leave on time. Checks or money may be mailed to Lillian Sumpter, 140 Erdman Pl Apt 6D, Bronx, NY 10745. Contacts, if any questions, 718-379-4629 or 718-671-1905 (9-5 p.m.). Happy birthday all celebrating this month. We extend condolences and prayers to those who have lost a loved one. Please share with the Sunshine Committee, Ms. Lydia Rondon, by calling her at (718) 583-3040. If a neighbor in our building is ill, homebound, celebrating birthdays or experiencing bereavement, Ms. Rondon will respond on behalf of the association. Please keep our Board and community in prayer that the Board will make wise decisions on behalf of the shareholders. Pray for leaders, peace and stability. —H. Overman

Assemblyman Benedetto Announces 2017 Co-op City Scholarship Competition

Assembly Member Michael R. Benedetto has announced the kick-off of the annual Co-op City Scholarship competition, an initiative to help students who live in Co-op City achieve their dreams of attending college. “I don’t need to tell parents that the cost of attending college has become increasingly expensive,” said Assembly Member Benedetto who is a member of the Assembly Committee on Education and a former school teacher. “However, I do want parents to know that community scholarships like ours do exist to help offset the high expense of college and I want the youth of Co-op City to take advantage of them. Cost should not play a large role in a student’s decision to pursue higher education.” To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must be Co-op City residents in their senior year of high school, be currently serving or have served their community in a volunteer capacity, and have a C+ grade average or better. Each year, the Co-op City Scholarship Fund awards scholarships of $500 each to use for school-related expenses like books or tuition. The fund has awarded close to $25,000 to more than 35 students since its inception more than six years ago. Applications for the scholarship can be picked up at the assembly member’s offices at 177 Dreiser Loop, room 12. All applications are due by Monday, May 8, 2017. For more information, contact the assembly member’s office at 718-320-2220 or Leon Tulton at tultonl@nyassembly.gov.

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CO-OP CITY FOOT CARE CENTER SECTION 5 • BUILDING 29C 4240 HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY EAST

(718) 671-2233 DR. LOUIS JACOBS, DIRECTOR ALL FOOT CONDITIONS TREATED The in-office surgical correction of BUNIONS • HAMMERTOES • INGROWN TOENAILS PAINFUL CORNS and CALLOUSES The treatment of traumatic foot injuries, heel spurs, bursitis and arthritis of the joints of the feet, toenail and skin infections, as well as other conditions.

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Co-op City Little League Season 2017 Opening Day

On Saturday, April 22, a day of on and off rain, the Co-op City Little League opened its 2017 Baseball Season with a mini parade, a joint venture with the Rivers Run Community Garden Earth Day celebration. The procession started at the Section 2 Greenway stage and ended at the CCLL fields. CCLL Baseball T-ball to Major Division teams players, coaches and parents were joined in the parade by the North Bronx LL players, coaches and parents. This season, in partnership with the league, the North Bronx LL will be using the CCLL fields for their regular games and practice. Danny Nelson is its president. Participating in the pageant was the American Legion Post 1871 Color Guard led by Bill Gordon and the CYO Cadets Band under the direction of James Palmer. Riverbay Director Leslie Peterson was the parade Grand Marshal. Gail Sharbaan, Rivers Run Community Garden co-founder, was dressed in a colorful Mother Earth costume. Gail was instrumental in coordinating the parade. With enthusiasm and eagerness, she promoted the march on the BronxNet cable TV network, Telemundo and social media. She also made hundreds of Earth Day flyers which were distributed throughout the community and local schools. Prior to the start of the rally, NYS Assembly member Michael Benedetto addressed the gathering with a passionate supporting speech stressing that “Baseball is the American dream” and that girls should be more involved in it. Joining on stage and also speaking was River Runs Garden co-founder Leslie Peterson and Richard Fedderman, staff member for Congressman Eliot Engel. NYS Senator Jamaal Bailey made his appearance at the LL fields and greeted the crowd. Kudos to Cookie Caratinni, Co-op City Little League board member, and volunteers Doris Ayala, and Wilma Robles for manning the concession stand from early morning to late afternoon. Thanks also to Paul Fagin for maintaining the playing fields. The league wants to extend its appreciation to former player and now Minor Division team manager Joe Roman for his tireless efforts in getting contributed funds, field equipment, clay, grass seeds, bottled water, hamburger, franks, and

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buns for the opening day event. The suppliers included Costco, New Rochelle; Target, Mt Vernon; Home Depot, Gun Hill Road; and Home Depot, Bruckner Blvd. Monetary donations were made by Judicial Title Insurance, Jaime Igelsias and Levia Roman. The league extends its gratitude to all the volunteers for making the Co-op City LL Opening Day a big success. On Sunday, April 23 the Co-op City LL Capri II minor team got its first win against the New Millennium team by an 8-6 score in a thrilling game. Player Angel Baez, in his debut start, pitched a complete game for the victory. Mike Robles had the big hit with a double and 3 RBI’s. Joey Roman IV scored three runs and Ben Cintron had two hits and caught the whole game. The rest of the roster consists of coaches Harry Cintron, Ernesto Robles; players Nyeem Arroyo, Trey Carey, Eric Chancey, Terrence Chester, Avery Degro, Grant Knight, Gregory Martin Jr., Haziel Panton, Yashua Panton and Zoe Perry. Saturday, April 28th CCLL baseball games will be at 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., and 1:30 p.m. Come out and support the league. —Hector Ayala

Notice of Elevator Shutdown Building 29C, Car # 5

Please be advised that we will be performing repairs to the machinery of elevator #5 which is under warranty by our previous elevator company which was responsible for the modernization of the elevators. We expect the elevator to be out of service for approximately one month beginning on: MONDAY, MAY 1. We anticipate the work being completed by the end of the month barring any unforeseen issues and the passing of inspection by the NYC Department of Buildings. We will update you in the event of any changes. We will make every attempt to restore the elevator to service as soon as possible. We apologize for any inconveniences caused, and thank you for your patience and understanding. —Riverbay Management

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Building 13 Association

The EARTH DAY PARADE couldn’t be stopped by the threat of inclement weather and we marched to the sound of drums, our flag waving carried by American Legion Veterans and the many participants celebrating the planet and Spring awakenings, the beginning of the Little League season and the blossoming Rivers Run Community Garden planting season. With the CYO Cadet Corp and Bronx Greenup free giveaways, jewelry making, rock painting and composting education, the renewal of the parade tradition was a successful event. Our next building meeting is scheduled for May 4. We will have an update on the progress of the building inspection repairs. UPDATE: Lobster Fest – Final payment is due now. The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 15, at the NORDIC LODGE. Contact Sherrie Hernandez for additional information, number listed below. The Annual Summer Fun Day event is scheduled for June 17 from noon to 6:00 p.m. If you would like to volunteer, please contact Ms. Maxwell at 718-3797841, e-mail @ MLSAH@aol.com or advise your building association representatives. REMINDER: Your income affidavit is due by April 30. Don’t forget to attach your insurance docu-

ment showing your name and covered amount. Attend the Double Dutch Exhibition scheduled to be held at Dreiser on May 6. You can watch the exhibit and then learn to jump. Introduce youth to a new activity, support the competitors, and join the club. Check the bulletin board flyer for additional information and contact information if you have questions. Election: Voting for the candidates running for the five available positions to the Riverbay Board of Directors will begin on May 17th – 24th. Look for your mail in ballot. You can choose to mail your ballot or vote electronically. Take the time and read about your candidates and vote. Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. For information re the Nordic Lodge Lobster feast contact Sherrie Hernandez at 914-837-5970; Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718320-1370. Our website is www.bldg13assoc.com or email us at bthirteen.assoc@yahoo.com. Again, thanks for making our team work. —Leslie Peterson

Building 21 Association

Repetition is the key to our success In Think Tank, we’ve discussed this before and we discussed it again last Friday. Our responsibility as cooperators and shareholders is to vote in the best Board to represent all of us this month of May 2017. A Board which will stay true to their oath. Offering your opinions and asking questions in forums like the Candidates’ Forum, and other community gatherings like the Town Hall meetings is important and very necessary. Encourage your neighbors to read articles like this one and take part in programs like sending a “letter to the editor” of the CO-OP City Times, etc. Cooperators who don’t participate in the community affairs, form their opinions from rumors and innuendo. This causes a breakdown in communications and results in a vicious cycle of misunderstandings which leaves you, the cooperator, and this beautiful community, on the short end of the stick. In the final analysis, what matters is that you are involved in the process. It is not enough to come out once a year and vote for someone whose name sounds familiar to you. NO, don’t just vote for the “the name you know.” Why, because what does matter is that we make every vote count; for you and for CO-OP City, by being involved and making an informed vote. May 2017, VOTE for “Your Board” in the comfort of your home YOU, the shareholders, are the heartbeat of COOP City. The Riverbay Board of Directors represents YOU. Remember, while “We,” the shareholders, are supposed to have the final say on decisions made in this community, we cannot all be in charge simultaneously. So we elect a Board of Directors to be “the voice of the people. “This is “our” community, but for how long? If we keep doing the same things we’ve done in the past…NOT LONG. We’ve got to maintain CO-OP City for the current shareholders and for generations to come. To do that, we simply must be involved. So let’s all get involved. Fill out your ballot and get it in, online or on hard copy; just do it. Ballots will be sent out on May 10th. Make a note of this as an event on your calendar. Vote, this month of May, in the comfort of your home. New Schedule: Here are 3 ways of gaining information about the 21 Association – Monthly meetings

Building 17 Association

Hello, neighbors and friends. I would like to thank all of you who attended our last meeting. Open discussion on the deplorable and dilapidated conditions around and inside our building are everyone’s concern. Co-op City, the best kennel in the boogey down Bronx. Bow-wow, ruff ruff. Imagine coming home from work or worst yet coming from your apartment wearing your slippers to retrieve your mail and stepping in dog poop next to your mailbox. Yes, it happened, on April 24th, in Building 17! Put a diaper on your dog! Now imagine after not getting all of the poop off of your footwear, carrying it on the elevator, and worst, back to your apartment. Put a diaper on your dog! Imagine the germs and bacteria (fleas) that have traveled with you back into your home. I have contacted our CSO Office and their rep. will attend our next meeting on May 8th at 7 p.m. Please keep that date open and come let your voices be heard. Let me and the executive board express our deepest sympathy to our neighbors and friends who have gone home. All will be missed; may they rest in peace. Also to all shut-ins and those with health issues, we wish you a speedy recovery. And remember, “If everyone did a little, no one has to do a lot.” —James Payne

are now held every third Thursday in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B-section at 7 p.m. Email 21association@gmail.com. Phone: 347.504.1821. Next general meeting is Thursday, May 18th. THINK TANK at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:30 p.m. This is where we develop your ideas, in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B Section. Come join us at Building 21 this week. Bring a friend and any ideas with you. Your community needs you. ALL are welcome. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals A FORCE FOR GOOD. See you around the neighborhood! —Michelle Marbury

Neighbors, please remember to curb your dog. IT IS THE LAW!

Co-op City Times / April 29, 2017

Black Forum

Next Defensive Driving Class The next Black Forum defensive driving course will be on Saturday, May 13, 8:50 a.m. – 3 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 1. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class, but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Please also bring your current driver’s license and a pen. Call (718) 320-8035. Trips To Casinos Sands Casino in Bethlehem, PA on Sat., June 24. Cost: $45. Casino rebate: $20 for slot, $5 for food. No refunds. For information, please call (718) 3200033 or (917) 209-5334. Call today. Summer Youth Program If you are between the ages of 16-24 and you are interested in working with the Black Forum over the summer, please call us, (718) 320-8035. Food Pantry Volunteers Needed Two nights a week from 5-6:30 p.m. Please call (718) 320-8035. Food distribution sites On Thursdays, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up

food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Likewise, residents of Buildings 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. Residents of all other buildings and townhouses can pick-up at Dreiser Center, room 20. For information, please call (718) 320-8035. Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wed-nesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., rm. 20 in Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non- or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@ gmail.com or tonyshome10475@gmail. com. Call or visit us, room 20 in the Dreiser Center. —Tony Illis

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Rehabilitation Center Residents – The committee is asking that all donations to the seniors at Workmen’s Circle please be turned in by the end of April. They would like to make the donation of size large or extra-large gowns before Mothers’ Day. We need a minimum of 40 gowns. Please contact Alma at (718) 379-3788. She will be in room 14 today at noon for a final collection. Spirit Cruise Pre-Mothers’ Day Celebration – We are all excited about our plans to celebrate Mothers’ Day! We only have a waiting list now, but all you “early birds” will join us on a Gospel Luncheon Cruise on Saturday, May 13, for a delightful 2-hour cruise with a lunch buffet, DJ and dancing, skyline views on New York Harbor and great gospel music as well. You’ve paid your $80 per person, your preparations are complete. Just meet us at Pier 61, Chelsea Piers at 23rd Street and 11th Avenue by 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact (718) 379-3788 or (347) 602-5600 or (917) 670-4012. No refunds, please. Co-op City Section members are asked to wear their NCNW African stoles. Bethune Height Recognition Program – Our 43rd Annual Bethune Height Recognition Program will take place on Saturday, May 20, at the Astoria World Manor. This is a celebration in which all NCNW sections in New York State come together to support and live the legacy of NCNW’s founder, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, and Dr. Dorothy I. Height, Chair/President Emerita. We are fortu-

nate in having a van provide transportation to our Recognition Program in Astoria, Queens. The van will leave from Dreiser Loop, but make 3 stops in Co-op City on the return trip. The cost per person will depend on the number of riders (up to 20) in the van. We will have to share the price of the van for the afternoon. National Museum of African American History & Culture – Have you already visited the new Smithsonian in Washington on a one-day trip and only saw one floor? We are planning a 2-day trip, August 6 – August 7, for only $355 for a single and $299 for double accommodations. Payment plan available, but no refunds. A $100 deposit assures you a seat on our bus. We will spend Sunday afternoon and Monday morning at the museum and Monday afternoon; on the way home, we will visit Arundel Mills (back to school shopping) and the Live Casino! One breakfast, two lunch buffets at Golden Corral, one dinner at Phillips Seafood and one night hotel accommodations are included. For contact information for a child, triple or quads, call (718) 655-9034 or (718) 5388606 or (718) 320-2366. Checks payable to NCNW Co-op City Section may be mailed to P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. Health Fair – Save the date, Saturday, September 23, for our annual Health Fair. We are looking forward to once again bringing to our community health information, health testing and healthy snacks. —Joyce Howard

Election Ballots

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The Election-America contract is printed on pages 12-16 of this issue of the votes cast for each candidate by building, the number of votes disqualified and the Co-op City Times in compliance with the 2017 Election Rules and Regulations. basis for the disqualification, and the total number of ballots required for a quorum. Director Claudia Sampson, chair of the 2017 Election Committee, said: “For Following the review of the vote count, the election committee will certify to the first time this year, the Riverbay Corporation will be offering shareholders the the Board of Directors that a quorum was obtained, the total number of votes cast, option to vote in the upcoming Board of Directors election by mail or online. This the total number of votes disqualified, the total number of votes cast for each canis an historic occasion for shareholders to participate in one of the most important didate, and the names of the top five candidates who have been elected to serve activity that will shape the course of events affecting the future of Co-op City. three-year terms on the Board, as well as the order of all other candidates who ran “Shareholders will be able to cast their vote in a more efficient and secure man- in the Board election. The official results of the 2017 Board election will be ner by either choosing to mail in their ballot or vote electronically via a computer, posted once the vote review and certification of the election is completed. tablet or smartphone.” In the event, a quorum is not reached, the election committee may recommend In July 2016, at the recommendation of the 2016 that the voting period is extended for an additional Election Committee chaired by Board Secretary “For the first time this year, the Riverbay Cor- twenty (20) days, during which time, shareholders eligiFrancine Reva Jones, the Riverbay Board approved poration will be offering shareholders the option ble to vote who received a ballot but did not cast their resolution 16-30 to contract Election-America to facil- to vote in the upcoming Board of Directors elec- vote, will be allowed to vote. Until a quorum is achieved itate the annual Riverbay Board election for a not-to- tion by mail or online. This is an historic occa- and the election is validated, current Board directors exceed cost of $40,000, an austerity measure that is sion for shareholders to participate in one of the will continue to hold their office. anticipated to save the Riverbay Corporation approxi- most important activity that will shape the course This year, 5,036 votes are needed to make a quorum. of events affecting the future of Co-op City.” mately $60,000 or more. “Our goal is to bring Riverbay's election process into Ordinarily, the annual Riverbay Board of Directors the 21st Century by streamlining the previously cumberelection is an expenditure of upwards of $100,000 to the Riverbay Corporation some and expensive process that required the use of antiquated machines and for charges associated with renting the voting machines previously used to con- resources, such as poll watchers and observes working long hours,” said Director duct these elections, paying poll workers and inspectors, as well as mechanics to Sampson. “We trust that shareholders will agree that this is not only a more effitroubleshoot the voting machines in case of break downs and other incidental cient way to conduct an election, but also a great way to get more shareholders anicharges. mated about voting from the comfort of their homes.” The 2017 election rule on balloting and certification in Section F (2) states that Shareholders are voting for five of the seven candidates running in this year’s “mailing, tabulation, collection, processing, initial counting and preservation of Board election. The order in which the candidates’ names will appear on the ballot election ballots shall be conducted by an independent, third party entity, selected was determined by lottery at the Candidates’ Meeting held on Tuesday, April 11. by the Board of Directors pursuant to a written contract, duly approved in accorThis week, the first two of three official Candidates’ Forums were held, the dance with all corporate and regulatory requirements…” first on Monday, April 24 in room 31 of the Bartow Center and the second on This year, Election-America will mail one ballot to each residential unit occu- Wednesday, April 26 in Dreiser Auditorium. pied by one or more shareholders of record as of April 3, 2017. There will be one The April 24th Candidates’ Forum will be broadcast on Channel 12 (MATV) vote per residential unit which must be cast by a resident shareholder. Only one and Channel 591 (Cablevision) beginning on Monday, May 1, at 9-11 a.m. 3-5 vote per unit will be counted. All ballots, including electronic ballots, must be p.m. and 9-11 p.m. It will be rebroadcast on Wednesday, May 3; Friday, May 5 signed by an eligible, residential shareholder. and Saturday, May 6 in the same time slots. “Each shareholder of record will be mailed a paper ballot package including Arrangements will also be made to broadcast the Wednesday, April 26th Canoptional instructions to vote online,” said Board Director Sampson. “The process didates’ Forum the following week beginning on Monday, May 8, as well as the has been streamlined and will take less than ten minutes to complete.” upcoming May 17th forum. Details of those broadcasts will be forthcoming as While any one shareholder per unit can vote using a paper ballot, online vot- they are finalized. ing will help keep cost down for the Riverbay Corporation. The final forum will be held on May 17th at 7:30 p.m. in room 45 of the Einstein Shareholder who would like to vote online but do not have a computer or elec- Center. Shareholders of record who are unable to attend, but who would like to ask the tronic device to access the online voting portal will be able to use one of three vot- candidates questions, may email their questions to boardelection@riverbaycorp.com. ing kiosks which will be placed in each of the three community centers – Bartow, You must include your name and address for verification purposes and questions Dreiser and Einstein near to the ATM machines. Printed instructions will be avail- must be received prior to May 17. The election committee will then choose two able at all three kiosks. questions from among those emailed to ask the candidates at the May 17th forum. “The kiosks will be available for voting while the community centers are open,” The first election supplement is published on pages 31 to 38 of this issue of the Director Sampson explained. “They will be unavailable overnight and after 9 p.m. Co-op City Times outlining the candidates’ views on issues relative to the comon May 24.” munity. The second election supplement will be published next Saturday, May 6 Director Sampson reported that Election-America is preparing a one-page instruc- and the final supplement will be published on May 20. tion sheet to be posted near the kiosks. “The tablets are designed so that the user need only tap the screen and they will be taken to only one place, the Election-America voting site,” she said. “Shareholders will need their PIN and CODE to vote online, as well as the last four digits of their social security number in order to vote online.” A PIN and CODE specific to each unit will be included on each ballot mailed to Co-op City homes on May 10. Election Rule F (5) states, “Electronic signatures will suffice if the ballot has both a unique identifier, for instance, a bar code or number, and requires the shareholder of record to affix the last four (4) digits of their social security number to the ballot” in order for it to count. Email your question to the 2017 Election Committee at: boardelection Should more than one ballot be cast per residential unit, only the earliest dated @riverbaycorp.com. ballot or the first electronically recorded ballot, will be counted, according to the Only one question is allowed per shareholder. Include the name of the election rules. All other ballots cast for that specific unit will be disregarded, but candidate you would like your question directed to. You must also preserved until five (5) days after the period to challenge the election has passed include your name and address for verification purposes in your email. – in this case, June 1, 2017, the deadline to file challenges to the 2017 election. After your identity has been verified, your email will be forwarded to the The signature on each ballot, including electronic signatures, must appear as Election Committee which will then choose two questions from among it does on the shareholder’s occupancy agreement, along with a street address the pool of questions received to be asked at and/or building number, and an apartment number in order to verify that the signature is from a resident shareholder of record. Any ballot with an unverifiable the May 17th Candidates’ Forum. signature will not be counted, according to the election rule F (8). Be sure to participate in the 2017 RiverThe initial vote count, as recorded by Election-America, will be provided to bay Board of Directors election. the 2017 Election Committee no later than 9 a.m. on Wednesday, May 31. The Voting begins at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, committee will then conduct a review and certification of the votes in room 31 of May 17 and ends at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, the Bartow Center on that same day to which each candidate and one designated May 24. All mail-in ballots must be resident observer for each candidate will be invited. This certification meeting returned directly to Election-Amerwill continue from day-to-day until such time that the final count is completed. ica in the stamped, addressed enveFor the review of the ballots, a confidential, Riverbay Corporation computergenerated register of shareholders, by building, as well as the last four digits of lope provided with your ballot. their social security number, will be utilized, if necessary, to validate any ballot. Please DO NOT return your balThe initial count will include the total number of ballots cast, the total number lots to Riverbay Corporation. of votes received by each certified candidate in the election, the total number of

Have A Question For The 2017 Board Candidates But Can’t Attend The May 17th Forum?

Opportunities

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Co-op City Earth Day/CCLL Celebrations

Rock painting

Jewelry making.

Assemblyman Benedetto, Mother Earth and Richard Fedderman on parade route.

CYO Cadet Corp.

Mother Earth was pleased with the dayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s festivities.

Grand Marshal Director Peterson, Mother Earth, Valerie Gunn and Denise Shelley.

Co-op City Little League banner.

Rivers Run Community Garden banner.

I can do this...just need a little help.

A demonstration is keenly watched by garden members. Co-op City families joined to celebre Earth Day and Little League season opener. Kids rock painting.

More rock painting fun.

Photos by Elena Marerro, Leslie Peterson and Hector Ayala, Jr.

Modellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sporting Goods banner.

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Pre-Election Survey

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According to the survey, there are currently 15,157 shareholders of record in Co-op City and in order for the community to reach a quorum in the upcoming election, 1/3 of all shareholders must vote. One vote is allowed per household, so in order for the quorum to be reached this year, approximately 5,036 households must vote. For the test purposes, 4,667 responses does not meet the quorum number, but Election Committee chairperson, Claudia Sampson, who is also the Riverbay Board’s second vice president, said that she is encouraged by the percentage of participants in the pre-election survey in that responding to the survey was completely voluntary so there was no real incentive to do so other than helping the Board and Riverbay gauge how they can better serve the community. The pre-election survey asked the shareholders general questions about their level of satisfaction with the community and its programs. The most encouraging thing to come out of the survey is that in answer to the question “Do you enjoy living here?” more than 95% answered that they do enjoy living in Co-op City. Four thousand, two hundred and forty-

Turnout by Building

one shareholders said they enjoy living here, while only 184 said they don’t. The survey also revealed that, in general, a large percentage of the community participates in major cultural events in the community, such as the June Community Fair and the July 4th fireworks show. Nearly 70% said they attended the fireworks show last year while approximately 60% said they attended the June fair last year. About 35% of the respondents said they attended one or more of the free summer concerts held each Tuesday and Wednesday evening on the Greenways – Tuesday on the north Greenway and Wednesdays on the Section 5 Greenway. Only a small percentage of the respondents – 514 to be exact – said that they are aware of the Renaissance Music Center program here which offers music lessons for children. Less than half said they would be interested in music lessons for adults if they were offered. Ms. Sampson said that overall, she is encouraged by the level of satisfaction expressed by the respondents and especially encouraged that more than 4,000 of the respondent said that they plan on voting

in the upcoming election with more than 1,700 respondents saying that they plan on taking advantage of the new available online voting this year, and more than 2,600 respondents saying that they plan on voting by mail. She added that she is also encouraged by the interest in online voting adding that that option might be attractive to younger voters and increase voter participation throughout the community in general and get younger and newer residents involved. The survey also revealed that while many residents have been living in Co-op City for nearly 50, 40, 30, or 20 years, a significant portion of the community who responded have been here six years or fewer. Ms. Sampson said that with concentrated outreach to the entire community in the weeks leading up to the beginning of the voting period at 6 a.m. on May 17th through the deadline at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24th, she feels confident that the community will easily reach the required quorum or may even increase voter participation here beyond the approximate 1/3 that has voted in the elections of many recent years.

Test Survey Standard Results

Test Survey Turnout

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Williamsbridge Club

Greetings! Our monthly meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 3, 1:30 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium “A.” Reminder: We will have nominations (postponed from the April meeting) and voting at this meeting. Come prepared to meet the candidates and cast your vote. Travel Events: (*price includes transportation via Coach bus, located at Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Double, $400pp; single, $490pp. Deposit: $100 ASAP. Two payments each: $150 double/$195 single. Final payment due: June 5. Contact Serita G., 347-5645722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500. • Sept. 9-16, (8 days/7 nights), Canada & New England Cruise on the beautiful Carnival “Sunshine.” NYC departure/return. Cabin/Category prices from $929 to $1399 which includes your cabin, meals, port charges and taxes. FINAL PAYMENT due by May 19th. Travel insurance (additional cost) encouraged. Contact: Serita G., 347-564-5722. Theatre Committee: (*price includes transportation, from Dreiser Loop opposite Rehab Center): • May 9th (Tuesday): “JONAH,” Sight & Sound Theatre (PA), includes lunch at Millers. Price: $125. Final payment at May 3rd meeting; traveling by coach bus. Meeting/boarding at 7:00 a.m. Leaving: 7:15 a.m. from H & R Block in Dreiser Loop. Contact: Lois S., 347-768-3943. • June 21st (Wed.): “MAMMA MIA,” Westchester Broadway Theatre; lunch/ show time: 11 a.m. Price: $70. Deposit: $35 due immediately; Balance full payment due MAY 1st. Contact: Marie G-R., 718-671-4949. Remember – Your DEPOSIT, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. ONLY a check or money order, payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP, will be accepted. Committee members will be available in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m. Good And Welfare: We send heartfelt condolences to the family of Carolyn Ellis, a long-time member of the Retirees, who passed away last week. Those of you still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days. Call Josephine Flowers, 718-320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements. If interested in joining us on our next SPA DAY (date to be determined), call 718-379-4784 (Claudette) or 718-671-8449 (Hattie) and leave your name and phone number for a return call. Life is too short; enjoy and have fun. Forgive your friends; love by heart. Laugh out loud; do everything that makes you smile. Enjoy each day and be cool. —Delores Debnam

The National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC), the Williamsbridge Club is an organization dedicated to the support and promotion of women in business and the professions. The Adult Club meets at Dreiser Center on the second Friday of every month. Women who are in business and professions are invited to join the club. Our theme for this year is Blazing New Pathways with Creativity and Confidence. We will use the theme to fulfill our mission of promoting and protecting the interests of African American business and professional women and in advising young people seeking to enter business and the professions to improve the quality of life in our local and global communities and to foster good fellowship. The Williamsbridge Club Sisters are excited to bring to you this year’s 2017 Founder’s Day Luncheon all are cordially invited. On Saturday, May 6, the Williamsbridge Club will be celebrating 40 years of service to the community at Eastwood Manor, 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Our honorees this year are Ms. Gloria Alston, Sojourner Truth Awardee; Ms. Shana Williams, Education Professional; Mrs. Darlene Barkley Wilson, Community Service; Mr. Vernon Wilson, Man of the Year; and Mrs. Surraya Price-Isaac, Business Awardee, and most of all, scholarships that will be awarded to outstanding high school seniors DaJour Brown, Chantel Haigler and Robert Perez. If you do not already have your tickets, please call 718.328.2302 or 917.972.7732 for your tickets. Have you encountered difficulty with math this month, if not, thank your Math teachers. Let’s salute Mathematics teachers. Let’s control cancer by following the expert medical advice and looking into ourselves for answers. Youth, if you are interested in serving an internship or community service project, please contact the club at the address listed. We are looking for young people who want to increase their skills. If you know of a youth age 13 – 18 who would be interested in joining our Youth Club, please forward the information to us. Please check this column for ongoing information. Please watch our column in this month for our next scholarship announcement. Information concerning the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC) may be found at www.nanbpwc.org or Facebook: ThewilliamsbridgeBPWC or our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, P.O. Box 6, Co-op City Station; Bronx, New York 10475. Our phone contacts are 718.328.2302 for Joetta Brown or 917.972.7732 for Sandra Hall. —Joetta Brown

Donizetti Building Four Association Hi, did you miss us? I have been under the weather, but feeling better now. Meeting – April meeting was cancelled due to the Easter holidays. Our next meeting is May 11th at 7:30 p.m. in your meeting room 4B rear. All cooperators are encouraged to attend and share some of your concerns related to our building and/or ground area. Discuss some of the things we can do to help make our building better. Annual Dues 2017 – If we missed you and you’d like to pay the $5 per household dues, we are a little late, but a dues envelope will be placed under your door soon. Fundraiser – Save the Date: August 19, and join our building on our second four-hour luncheon cruise on the New Jersey coast line on the Cornucopia Princess. All you can eat buffet selection include salad bar, pasta savory chicken, prime rib carving station, beef vegetable, international desserts, coffee and tea, plus good music, dancing and loads of fun. Cost is only $125 per person. Bus will leave from 120 Donizetti Place. First payment to reserve seat due by May 20, $40.00; second payment, June 17th, $40 and final payment, July 22nd. For more information, contact Yvonne at 718-671-6922, Mary at 718-671-0425 and Diane at 347-275-7565. High school graduates for scholarship application, call Ms. Windley, 4B, at 347-275-7565, 4C; Mary, 4C, 718-671-0425 or Sandra, 4A, at 718-320-2745. —Yvonne Burrus

Income Affidavit

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available at the following locations to assist and/or notarize your income affidavit form: 1. Assemblyman Michael Benedetto’s Office, Dreiser Center, room 12. 2. Congressman Eliot Engel’s Office, Dreiser Center, room 3. 3. Multi-Service, 140 Carver Loop. Enclosed with the annual income affidavit packet is a letter from the Risk Management Department regarding the submission of your co op insurance declaration page or certified letter from your insurance broker or company showing that you have the required insurance coverage on your apartment. Please note that the insurance documentation must be submitted along with your annual income affidavit by no later than April 30, 2017 to avoid the assessment of $150 Community Complaint fine. Any questions regarding the insurance documentation should be addressed to the Risk Management Department at (718) 320 3300, ext. 3388.

Co-op City Times / April 29, 2017

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Greater Love Refuge Ministries

The Flag of the United States of America As the month winds down, we get close to the month of celebrating the Veterans’ Day and also observing Flag Day. I am using this platform to explain the history of our flag until Memorial Day. Thus, in this issue, I want to look into the flag itself and the history of the Pledge of Allegiance. The flag is literally made of thirteen stripes, which represents the thirteen original colonies. The fifty stars represent the fifty current states. Figuratively, the flag stands for freedom and democracy. It represents the unity of America, our common cause, and the hope for a better tomorrow. "The colors of the pales (the vertical stripes) are those used in the flag of the United States of America; White signifies purity and innocence, while Red represents hardiness & valor, and Blue is the color of the Chief (the broad band above the stripes) signifies vigilance, perseverance & justice." History of the Pledge of Allegiance The original Pledge of Allegiance was written by Francis Bellamy. It was first given wide publicity through the official program of the National Public Schools Celebration of Columbus Day, which was printed in “The Youth's Companion” of September 8, 1892, and at the same time, sent out in leaflet form to schools throughout the country. School children first recited the Pledge of Allegiance this way: "I pledge allegiance to my Flag and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all." "The flag of the United States" replaced the words "my Flag" in 1923 because some foreign-born people might have in mind the flag of the country of their birth instead of the United States. A year later, "of America" was added after "United States." No form of the Pledge received official recognition by Congress until June 22, 1942, when the Pledge was formally included in the U.S. Flag Code. The official name of The Pledge of Allegiance was adopted in 1945. The last change in language came on Flag Day 1954, when Congress passed a law, which added the words "under God" after "one nation." Originally, the pledge was said with the right hand in the so-called "Bellamy Salute," with the right hand resting first outward from the chest, then the arm extending out from the body. Once Hitler came to power in Europe, some Americans were concerned that this position of the arm and hand resembled the Nazi or Fascist salute. In 1942, Congress also established the current practice of rendering the pledge with the right hand over the heart. The Flag Code specifies that any future changes to the pledge would have to be with the consent of the President. I invite you to join and CELEBRATE THE VETERANS Memorial Day with us on May 28th. American Legion of Co-op City is ready to send comrades to any school or church or community meetings to talk about the flag. Call the office for details. —Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown O'toba, MSA

“Consider carefully what you hear. With the measure you use, it will be measured to you—and even more.” Mark 4:24 Spiritual Food for Thought: Strengthen yourself in your faith in spiritual reality. Stop looking only at the natural, physical realm and seek to know and discern what God is doing in Spirit. Most of the noise around you is designed to draw you away from spirituality into carnality. You must resist and stop your ears to worldly things that consume your time and attention. Rise up to find Jesus and to find peace. Senior Pastor Boyce Landrum, Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family welcome you to worship with us on Sunday mornings. Prayer and Meditation begins at 9:30 a.m., Sunday School for children & adults is from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and morning worship begins at 11:30 a.m. Our corporate worship means gathering with people of all ages and cultures to express our love for God, our Heavenly Father, and Jesus Christ, our Savior. We are conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y. 10475; main entrance - red button. Our telephone number is 347920-5607. Pastor’s Birthday Celebration: On Sunday, April 30th, we will celebrate our Senior Pastor, Presiding Elder Boyce Landrum’s birthday. We invite our friends and family to worship with us at 11:30 a.m. as we honor God for his anointed manservant and the shepherd of Greater Love Refuge Ministries. Cake and ice cream will be served in the fellowship hall immediately following morning service. A Unique Opportunity: Become A Certified Chaplain! NYC Chaplaincy Course (10 weeks): Greater Love will be a host site for NY Chaplaincy training. The course begins on Thursday evenings from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. starting May 18th. Visit their website at www.nychaplaincyservices.org for more information/ guidelines. Click the link “Join Us” or call the church for an application to be completed and returned, in person, on May 18th. Kindly reserve your space ASAP to secure a seat. If you have questions, feel free to call the instructor, Reverend Kim Osorio, at 646-265-2173. Mid-Week Prayer: Please join our prayer warriors for our Wednesday afternoon prayer meetings from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Come out and learn about the power of prayer and receive your blessing through our corporate prayer. Open to all. Foundational Scripture Teaching: As a reminder, we have a combined Sunday School teaching on Salvation every first Sunday of the month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.; the next class is May 7th. All ages, adult and children, are welcome to join us as we travel on the road to salvation taken from our foundational Scripture, Romans 10:5-9. Greater Love’s Sixth Church Anniversary: will be held on Saturday, June 24th at the Pelham Bay Diner Banquet Hall from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $65 (adults) & $32.50 (age 12 & under). For more information or to reserve a seat(s), please call the church. Peace & blessings. —Pastor Carol Landrum

Please join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome! The Installation of Officers Dinner and Dance took place on Friday, April 28th. The new members of the Boards were sworn in, departing members were recognized and several awards were handed out. All the details will be available soon. The Scholarship Board of Trustees would like to remind everyone that scholarship applications are available. Please ensure that they are submitted by May 11th. There has been some confusion regarding application eligibility. As previously mentioned, applications are available to member households only. Just to clarify, ‘member households’ refers to club members in good standing who have one or more eligible students living with them. ‘Karaoke Night’ has been postponed from May 6th to May 20th. Please join us in room 16 of the Dreiser Community Center at 7:00 p.m. Admission will be $2. ‘Social Friday’ will take place on May 26th at 7:00 p.m. Coming soon: Parents’ Night on June 24th and ‘El Batey’ Picnic on July 30th. More information will be available in the coming weeks. Membership renewal dues are now $48. The assistant corresponding secretary position is open. The main responsibility is to represent the correspondence secretary whenever she is unavailable. Any interested member can speak to one of the board members or contact me via the email address below. Additional information for all of our upcoming club events, as well as details concerning the club in general, can be found on our website: http://spanamcccc.synthasite.com. You may also contact the club at (718) 379-7017, email us at SpanAmCCCC@gmail.com or find us on Facebook (search for ‘spanamcccc’). —Carmen Rodriguez

Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, apostle, and pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greet everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship: and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house! Sometimes, fear of what lies ahead can crush your spirit and you stumble along, desperate for a God who will strengthen you. Let's look at a passage of scripture for encouragement. Psalm 34:11-18 in the(NIV) says: 11 Come, my children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord. 12 Whoever of you loves life and desires to see many good days, 13 keep your tongue from evil and your lips from telling lies. 14 Turn from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it. 15 The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous, and his ears are attentive to

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their cry; 16 but the face of the Lord is against those who do evil to blot out their name from the earth. 17 The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. 18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Invitations Sweet Hour of Prayer is today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion. If you’re into gospel rap/holy hiphop, go to www.reverbnation.com/vernonlittle and download music from Vernon Little free of charge. He also has videos on YouTube. You will be blessed, encouraged, and inspired. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone # is (347) 2764925. Jesus loves you, and so do we! —Apostle Gladys R. Little

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multiethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Our phone number is (718) 320-3795, and leave a message if there is no answer. Pastor Magaly Beltre is at the church on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. Come & Join Us On Black Friday: November 24, we will be going to Lancaster, PA. to do Christmas shopping at Rockvale Square Mall, then to Sight & Sound to see “The Miracle of Christmas,” finishing with dinner at Miller’s Smorgasbord. Includes transportation to and from. Cost is $160/person and $120/child (5 yrs. to 12 yrs.). If you are interested in coming with us, call Barbara at (347) 603-7473. $50 deposit required to hold a seat. Seats go fast. Also join us for our services, Bible studies and prayer times. Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion, service starts at 10:00 a.m. Every other Sunday, the English Service is at 10:00 a.m. and the Spanish Service is at 12:00 p.m. Remember the importance of worship & fellowship of all who believe and have a relationship with the Lord. Sunday School – We are now having Sunday School for adults at 8:45 a.m. in English, 10:30 a.m. in Spanish and 10:30 a.m. for children. Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name, I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday at noon to 1:00 p.m. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children. Family Night: Friday nights at 7:30 p.m., we have family night with Bible studies in English & Spanish and all kinds of activities for children, teens and young adults. —Barbara Penn

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 p.m. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. On March 6 to March 15, 2018, we will be going to the Holy Land in Israel. Worship sailing on the Sea of Galilee; be baptized in the Jordan River; share in communion in the Garden Tomb; all where Jesus walked. The price per person from JFK is $2,995 for

a double room an additional $586 for a single room. A deposit of $500 is due on or before May 7. Final payment is due on or before November 12. It is recommended that all purchase travel insurance for this trip. All checks/money orders should be made out to the Co-op City Baptist Church. A flyer, along with the itinerary and reservation form, have been placed on the information table. For additional information, you may call 718-671-1918, 718-379-0541, 718379-1776, 718-671-1271 or the church at 718-3203774. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —Hattie L. Lucas

Building 9 Association Greetings. Our April Building 9 Association Membership Meeting with guest speaker Mr. Edgar Perez, Director of Restorations, was awesome. Thank you all for joining us. On that note, please be advised that our April membership meeting was “crashed” by someone from the Debs Place TH. I must insist that anyone who does not reside in Building 9, not “show up” at the Building 9 Association membership meetings, NO EXCEPTIONS! You will be asked to leave. I received wo applications to the new NYPD Teen Citizens Police Academy which begins Saturday, May 6th. If all goes well, I expect to receive slots for the next session. Let me know if your well-behaved child, age 13 to 17 y.o. is interested. Also, I expect to have information for the 2017 Summer Youth Police Academy. These are NOT 'Scared Straight' type programs. It is for well-rounded, well-behaved young people. The Building 9 Association Membership Roster is posted on our respective bulletin boards. Please review and advise us of any discrepancies. Please have your receipt available to assist us. We will gladly make any necessary adjustments.

Our May membership meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, May 17th, at 7 p.m. Our Building 9 Association Annual Bake Sale is scheduled for Saturday, June 10th, from noon to 6 p.m. Calling all bakers! The 2017 Section Two Summer Family Fun Day is scheduled for Saturday, June 17, from noon to 6 p.m. In the coming weeks, we will be selling T-shirts in child and adult sizes in an effort to raise funds for the Summer Fun Day expenses. Summer Family Fun Day food and activities are at no cost to attendees. Please support our fundraiser as we strive to create the best Section Two Summer Family Fun Day possible. The Building 9 Association is planning a 'Wine Tasting Day Trip' on Long Island, tentatively for Saturday, June 24th. Please let us know if you are interested in going. This outing is open for all buildings to participate. Please feel free to join us. More details to follow. Remember, you can access your Co-op City Times online at www.issuu.com. Stay in the know, while you're on the go! If you want to go swiftly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. –An African Proverb —Linda Collins

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Candidate statements appear on pages 32-35 • Candidate order determined by lottery. NOTE: THE VIEWS EXPRESSED WITHIN ARE SOLELY THOSE OF THE CANDIDATES AND NOT THOSE OF RIVERBAY CORPORATION. BALLOTING

BALLOT RETURN PROCEDURE

Voting will be conducted by mail-in or online ballot between Wednesday, May 17 – 24, 2017.

To ensure the integrity of the election, ALL mail-in ballots must be returned DIRECTLY to ElectionAmerica in the stamped, addressed envelope provided with your ballot. Under no circumstance should your election ballot be mailed back or delivered to Riverbay Corporation, or enclosed with your carrying charge payment. Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by May 24, 2017. Online votes may be cast from 6 a.m. on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 – 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. Please follow the directions included with your ballot to cast your vote online.

2017 RIVERBAY CANDIDATES

Marie Smith* Linda Berk* Daryl Johnson* Leah Richardson Aminah Lucio Jerome L. Rice Kevin Lambright* *Denotes incumbents

Monday, April 24, 2017

Wednesday, April 26, 2017 Saturday, April 29, 2017 Saturday, May 6, 2017

Wednesday, May 17, 2017 Wednesday, May 17, 2017 Saturday, May 20, 2017

Wednesday, May 24, 2017

Wednesday, May 31, 2017 Thursday, June 8, 2017

2017 Board Election Schedule

Candidates’ Forum, 7:30 p.m., Bartow Center, rm. 31

Candidates’ Forum, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser, Audit. B

1st Election Edition; 1st Election Notice (Co-op City Times)

2nd Election Edition; 2nd Election Notice (Co-op City Times) Mail-in/Online Voting Period begins at 6 a.m.

Candidates’ Forum, 7:30 p.m., Einstein Center, rm. 45

3rd Election Edition; 3rd Election Notice (Co-op City Times) Annual Meeting Day, Voting Period ends at 9 p.m.

Election Committee Review & Certification of final election count, Bartow Center, rm. 31 Swearing in of Elected Board Members, 7 p.m., Bartow Center, rm. 31

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Voting Kiosks At Three Community Centers Beginning at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 a voting kiosk will be available in each of the three community centers – Bartow, Dreiser and Einstein – for shareholders who would like to vote online, but do not have a computer or electronic device to access the online voting portal. The kiosks will be located near the ATM machines in each of the centers. Printed instructions will be available at all three kiosks. The kiosks will be available while the community centers are open. They will be unavailable overnight and after 9 p.m. on May 24, 2017, when the voting period ends. To activate the kiosk, tap on the screen and it will open up to the Election-America voting site. Follow the posted instructions to cast your vote. A PIN and CODE specific to each unit will be included on each ballot mailed to Co-op City homes on May 10. Shareholders will need their respective PIN and CODE in order to vote online, as well as the last four digits of their Social Security number.

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Marie Smith I want to graciously thank cooperators for signing my Petition enabling me to be on the ballot for the Riverbay Board of Directors. I am proud to say that during my tenure, I have had perfect attendance at Board Meetings, fulfilling my responsibilities. Let me introduce myself to you. My name is MARIE SMITH and I have resided in this fantastic community for 13 years with my husband. I am a NATIVE BRONXITE, attended local schools and graduated from Evander Childs High School. I am a retired Civil Service employee from the New Rochelle, NY. Police Department and in 2009, I received the CIVILIAN OF THE YEAR AWARD FOR THE ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT– RECORDS UNIT. This award, which was bestowed upon me, had never before been given to any Records Unit Civilian. I was the first to receive this award, which I am extremely proud of. My care and concern for the community propelled me to run for

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the Board and after serving one year, I have chosen, with your assistance to seek re-election. During my one year term, I have played a critical role in promoting Quality of Life issues. The safety and cleanliness of our community has been a major concern and I am diligently involved in rectifying this situation. Re-Elect Board Member MARIE SMITH, an active cooperator who cares. “I’M JUST ONE PHONE CALL AWAY.” Thank you.

• Started a Chapter of National Alliance Mental Illness Family & Friends Support Group which meets in Section Five - Einstein Mall to help Family & Friends with a Mental Illness. • I am committed to my Board responsibilities and have never missed a Board Business Meeting. • Played an active role in the following Board Committees: Co-Chair of Buildings & Grounds Committee * Interim-Treasurer for my Building Association’s Executive Board * Played a critical role in obtaining Speakers for the Disability Expo.

An Active Board Member Who Cares. Remember to cast your vote by mail-in or electronic ballot between May 17 – May 24, 2017.

Vote for me, Marie Smith, for the Riverbay Board of Directors

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eliminate waste and corruption. I am proud to have played a significant role in these accomplishments. My goal is to bring Riverbay Corporation into the 21st Century with technology and a trained staff, providing this community with exceptional services at an affordable price. Upcoming required/necessary work to expect: • Install new elevators • Renovate all three malls • Install new residential building entrances and intercoms • Renovate Dreiser Auditorium • Renovate lobbies We have accomplished a lot, with more work to be done; work I want to finish. In order to keep Co-op City moving forward, I ask that you vote for Cooperators First – Linda Berk, Kevin Lambright, Aminah Lucio, Leah Richardson and Jerome L. Rice.

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Daryl Johnson We need good, knowledgeable, and caring people on our board of directors. Therefore, I'm asking that you re-elect me so that this community can continue to get good representation in all matters that involve Co-op City. Part of representing Co-op City in a proper manner is looking out for our best interests and making sure that we know what's going on here. Therefore, I write informative articles on a weekly basis so that everyone can learn about our board, our management company, and the important things that go on in this community. For instance, I've written several articles about the budget issues that we have here. And, from my perspective, I've explained that we have what I consider a bloated budget because Riverbay is spending well over $100 million to run 27 different departments here. And, to keep these departments and other budget items going, Riverbay is seeking dramatic increases in our monthly carrying charges. Therefore, we're going to receive our first increase of 1.9 percent at some point during this year. Then, we're going to get another increase

ELECT DARYL JOHNSON of 1.9 percent next year. Thereafter, it's possible that we might get another increase in 2019. So, a lot of our cooperators will have to dig deeper to support these business concepts that in my opinion are not beneficial for this community. When you look at the previous articles about these matters, you'll see that I was the only board member that's currently running that did not vote for these increases. Plus, you'll see that I was the only board member that's currently running that did not spend your money to go on an upstate weekend board trip. So, please cut this article out and vote for me to continue to give outstanding service to this community. Thank you.

to the Riverbay Board of Directors

✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭ Leah Richardson “Accountability is Our Responsibility.” I am taking this opportunity to thank my fellow shareholders who signed my petitions, enabling me to ask for your vote for the Riverbay Board of Directors. I am a 22-year resident of Co-op City, and a community activist. Co-op City is a great place to live, raise our families, and perhaps live out our golden years, however, we can only maintain that high quality of life if we remain informed, vigilant and engaged. To that end, I am passionately committed to Protecting our Affordable Housing, and Improving the Quality of Life here in Co-op City – the community we proudly call home. I will be a tireless advocate in keeping Co-op City affordable, committed to restoring our original Bx28 & Bx26 bus routes that serve our community, and I will work to regain the original partnership between our community and our schools which was an essential component for those schools built expressly for Co-op City. I Will Be Dedicated to: • Keeping Co-op City affordable • Changing the culture of Management’s service to cooperators. • Advance Co-op City’s corporate technology to improve the delivery of services and public accessibility • Review the cost & execution of

proposed Capital Projects Achievements: Officer, Co-op City Democratic Club Chair, Education Committee, NAACP Co-op City Branch Former president, Building 9 Association Education: John Jay College of Criminal Justice - Master’s Degree in Public Administration Through community work, I have become a fast learner, a great listener, and a better leader. With your continued support and vote, I will help create an environment that inspires people to get involved in the decision-making process that affects our entire community. I am asking you to support and vote for: Leah Richardson, Jerome L. Rice, Linda Berk, Kevin Lambright and Aminah Lucio.

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Aminah Lucio I would like to take the opportunity to thank my fellow cooperators for signing my petition for Riverbay Board of Directors candidacy. In addition to the pledge listed below, I am interested in establishing a centralized call center that will ensure a more efficient way to address the scheduling of restoration, maintenance and inspection services. Having waited weeks for work to be completed over multiple days and dealing with no-show of workers is always frustrating. And, receiving a response that there is no record of the appointment is problematic. Establishing a centralized call center will ensure accountability. Accountability is my Responsibility! Additional pledges to enhance Cooperator’s Quality of Life are: • Expedite Capital Projects and Minimize Bureaucracy • Introduce 21st Century Technology to ensure Efficient Delivery of Services • Establish a Centralized Call Center • Modernize High-Rise Lobbies • Create Whistle Blower Policy to protect Cooperators’ Interest Community Involvement: • My Brother’s Keeper (MBK), Yonkers • Grace Baptist Church, Mount Vernon I have been a resident of Co-op City for over 20 years. As a longtime

resident, I attended Intermediate School 180 and Truman High School. In my professional role as a Director of Special Education Interventions, I ensure best practices employed and secure services for Special Needs students. In my role as your director, I will ensure that management engages in practices that maintain cooperators’ best interest for a sustainable community. I am committed to working on behalf of my fellow residents of Co-op City and maintaining oversight over current and future resources. Accountability will be my responsibility. If you are interested in ensuring the interests of cooperators are protected and promoted, vote for myself, Aminah Lucio, and the Cooperators First team: Linda Berk, Kevin Lambright, Leah Richardson and Jerome L. Rice. This slate is endorsed by the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing.

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• Help restore Building 10 Association I Pledge to: • Keep Affordable Homes…Affordable • Monitor ALL Capital Projects • Maintain and protect our standards of living • Make the tough decisions for the betterment of our community • Ensure that reasonable accommodations are provided to our disabled residents I am your relentless leader who demands both respect and answers for all cooperators. My voice is heard throughout the entire Co-op City community from Section 1 through Section 5. Become a game changer by voting for me. Your Support Your Vote will make a difference in our community. I support the following candidates who will keep “Cooperators First” – Leah Richardson, Aminah Lucio, Kevin Lambright and Linda Berk.

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Kevin Lambright Most of you know my story already, but just to catch those of you up to speed who need an introduction: I am a soon-to-be 55 year old father of four amazing individuals. I have lived in this controversial, yet incredible soon-to-be paradise for 21 years. I’ve seen so many twist and turns, ups and downs, and yes, some near miss situations. Throughout it all, I have been praised, cursed, honored and even assaulted. Yet, I stand here proud to be president of the AfricanAmerican Association, president of Building 21 Association, Riverbay Board member, co-chair of the Community Relations Committee, co-chair of the Sales Committee, co-chair of the Commercial Leasing Committee and a proud shareholder. I would be remiss if I failed to mention the struggles we face ahead. With our wilting infrastructure and far too neglected financial state, we still have much to look forward to. There is more than hope in our future. As we strategically rebuild this community, there is so much to look forward to. You will have the opportunity to be part of a Co-op City that people have dreamt of

from its inception; a place where young minds can thrive and seasoned individuals can enjoy the fruits of their labor. I recognize the opportunistic possibilities that lay ahead. I also see the shadows that await us, hidden yet seen, that lurk along the sidelines disguised as hope and promise. I know you also recognize those who try to mingle among us pretending to embrace us. We know because that gut feeling never lies. We need to put emphasis on rebuilding as opposed to repairing. We need to recognize that we are cooperators first and we need to put cooperators first. My name is Kevin Lambright and I, just like you, am a cooperator.

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A. GENERAL RULES 1. The election of Directors of Riverbay Corporation and the Annual Shareholders Meeting will commence on Wednesday, May 17th, 2017 at 6:00 a.m. and continue through 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2017, (hereafter "Election Day"). The Election Committee reserves the right to extend voting hours. 2. The election will be for five residents to serve on the Board of Directors and as many as needed to fill unexpired terms. 3. The Riverbay Board Election Committee shall be established during the month of January, or as soon thereafter as feasible, in any calendar year. a) The election shall be supervised by a Riverbay Board Election Committee (hereinafter" Committee"). b) The Chairperson of the Committee, (hereinafter “Chairperson”) shall be a member of the Riverbay Board of Directors, (hereinafter "Board") who is not a candidate in the election. The Chairperson shall be appointed by the President and approved by the Board. c) 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. d) The Committee shall be assisted by the Corporation's General Counsel or an attorney retained by the Corporation's Board of Directors. e) 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 cam-

paign, and shall not engage in any activity which may create the appearance of partiality. Members of the Committee who are also members of the Corporation's Board of Directors shall refrain from writing viewpoints during the period of time commencing one week prior to the Date of Certification and continuing through the date of the election. f) A member of the Committee who violates the provisions of paragraph "e" or whose family member violates the provisions of paragraph "e" shall immediately be removed from the Committee. g) Nothing contained herein shall be construed as limiting a member of the Committee or a member of his/her immediate family from signing a nominating petition or voting. 4. There will be one vote per unit by residents who were shareholders of record on April 3, 2017. 5. Voting, by mail or electronically, will commence at 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 17th, and conclude at 9 p.m. on Wednesday, May 24, 2017. B. RULES FOR ELIGIBILITY OF CANDIDATES 1. A candidate must be a resident shareholder as indicated on the candidate's stock certificate, occupancy agreement and the current Occupants Annual Affidavit of Family Income and must continue to reside in Co-op City for the entire term of office in order to serve as a Director. 2. No more than one resident shareholder of a single unit may be a candidate for the Board of Directors; and no more than one resident shareholder from a single unit may serve as a Director. 3. No candidate may be indebted to the Corporation when picking up petitions; on the date they are certified; and on the date votes are counted. If a candidate is

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indebted to the Corporation on any of these days, the candidate will be disqualified. In addition, all candidates must remain current throughout the election period until the candidate is sworn in if elected, for unpaid carrying charges or other debts to the Corporation. A candidate shall not be indebted to the Corporation 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 on the date the petition period ends and weekly thereafter, Riverbay's Finance Director will provide a written list to the Chair of the Election Committee of all candidates' indebtedness to the Corporation, if any. 4. Prospective Candidates may, after signing the required authorizations and upon verification that they are current on their indebtedness to the Corporation, pick up a petition package and nominating petitions from the Riverbay Legal Department, at 2049 Bartow Avenue, any weekday between March 20th, 2017 and April 3rd, 2017, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. In addition, Prospective Candidates may pick up a petition package after 5:00 p.m. during this period by signing a form at the Public Safety Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. (Nominating Petitions will not be enclosed in the package). On the following business day, the financial status of the Prospective Candidate will be checked. If the Prospective Candidate is not indebted to the Corporation and has executed the required authorizations, he or she will be contacted and allowed to pick up nominating petitions from the Legal Department, or from the Public Safety Department, and allowed to proceed with petitioning. If a shareholder interested in running for

the Board is indebted to the Corporation, he or she will be provided with an opportunity to satisfy the debt and to collect nominating signatures before the petitioning period ends on April 3, 2017. If the indebtedness is not fully satisfied prior to said time, he or she will not have qualified to be a candidate. A candidate who is current on a written arrearage agreement shall be considered current on charges to the Corporation if such candidate is not otherwise indebted to the Corporation. No candidate shall have felony convictions or convictions of misdemeanors involving moral turpitude. 5. It is inappropriate for any person or entity doing business, or soliciting business with the Corporation, including present or prospective managing agents and 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 of Directors of a housing company. Directors of a corporation act in a fiduciary capacity with respect to the corporation, 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 conflict of interest and, in most circumstances, an actual conflict as well. Any candidate who knowingly 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 the Corporation, including but not limited to the managing agent, or any vendor, union, (Continued on next page)

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36 H H H 2017 Election Special H H H commercial tenant, professional or contractor, their employees, or persons having a direct or indirect interest in such companies, will be disqualified. C. RULES FOR CERTIFICATION OF CANDIDATES 1. Official Petition Forms (hereinafter "Petition"), in the form attached hereto as Exhibit 1, will be distributed to candidates at Riverbay Corporation's administration office, starting on Monday, March 20. 2017 at 9:00 a.m. Prospective candidates are required to pick up their own petition materials. 2. Prospective candidates will also receive a copy of the Election Rules and Regulations (hereinafter "Rules"), and a copy of an agreement in the form attached hereto as Exhibit 2. This agreement must be executed acknowledging the candidate's receipt of the rules and the candidate's agreement to abide by the rules. 3. a) The name of each candidate on a Petition and 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. b) Each candidate's name and address must appear on the Petition sheet both at the time it is being circulated for signatures and at the time it is submitted. 4. In order to be nominated, a candidate shall submit a Petition containing the signatures of at least seventy-five (75) resident shareholders (one per unit) within the time specified in these Rules. A resident shareholder may sign the Petition of more than one candidate, but no more than one resident shareholder of a single unit may sign the Petition of any one candidate, with the earliest dated signature of a unit to be counted. In order to be verifiable, each signature should appear as it does on the shareholder's occupancy agreement, along with an address and/or building number and apartment number sufficient to verify that the signature is from a resident shareholder. Signatures that cannot be verified will be eliminated. 5. In order to assist the candidates in obtaining signatures correctly, each candidate will be given a list of building addresses containing corresponding building numbers with the petition package. 6. Completed Petitions must be returned to the Riverbay Legal Department no later than 5:00 p.m., on Monday, April 3, 2017. The Committee will designate an official or officials to receive the Petitions. A receipt will be issued for each Petition filed. The petitions may be returned in person or by a designee of the prospective candidate. 7. No set of Petitions will be accepted unless filed with an executed copy of the "OFFICIAL FORM" acknowledging submission of the petitions with a minimum of 75 signatures. If a candidate fails to provide the Official Form to the Committee, the set of Petitions will not be valid, and the candidate shall be disqualified. 8. The Committee will certify Petitions as valid or reject them as invalid by 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. The Committee will, to the extent reasonably possible, provide notice to each candidate that submits Petitions whether they have been certified as eligible candidates for election prior to the initial meeting of candidates scheduled to occur at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. Notice of the Committee's certification will be published in the Co-op City Times within ten days thereafter. 9. The Committee shall hold a briefing on the Rules for all candidates or their designees immediately after the random drawing called for under Section E, Paragraph 7. D. CAMPAIGNING STANDARDS OF CONDUCT 1. No audio and/or video equipment may be used in Co-op City 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

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prohibited except on personal property, or within a shareholder's premises, with the owner's permission. This specifically includes, but is not limited to, lobbies, elevators, bulletin boards, walls, doors, and common areas. In order to ensure strict compliance with Rule B (4), campaign literature, including flyers, may not be posted by a Candidate in a commercial establishment within Co-op City, or on their websites, Facebook pages, or similar electronic forums, unless the owner of the commercial establishment is a Candidate for election. 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. Candidates shall, if requested by the Committee, request any improperly posted electronic campaign material to be removed from websites, Facebook pages, or similar electronic forums, maintained by any tenant, vendor, or other entity doing business with Riverbay. 3. Except for the material prepared and published by Riverbay as described herein, all literature used or distributed by or for a candidate must include the name, address, or post office box of the person or organization who issued such literature, 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 a.m. and 10:00 p.m., and campaign handouts are permitted. 5. The unauthorized use of the Riverbay logo in any form is prohibited for use in or on campaign materials. (Resolution #9396). 6. No member of the Election Committee, Riverbay Board of Directors, Riverbay employees, Riverbay's Management Staff or any contractor can participate in any prize(s) approved by the Riverbay Board of Directors during its election. 7. Notwithstanding paragraphs D (1) and (2), candidates shall be allowed to use social media and to conduct email and electronic campaigns in conformance with Section D3. Candidates shall not use social media or email anonymously, not engage in personal attacks on fellow candidates or shareholders, and not make defamatory statements. Any such conduct shall be a violation of these rules, and the Candidate may be subject to sanction by the Committee The Corporation 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 the Corporation be required to insure, defend or indemnify any such candidate or conduct. Candidates agree to indemnify the Corporation for any and all costs and expense incurred by the Corporation, including attorney's fees, incurred by the Corporation 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. E. USE OF CO-OP CITY FACILITIES FOR CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES 1. There shall be three official candidates' forums. One forum shall take place on Monday, April 24, 2017 in the Bartow Community Center, Rm. 31 at 7:30 p.m. The second forum shall take place on Wednesday, April 26, 2017 in the Dreiser Community Center, Auditorium B at 7:30 p.m. The third forum shall take place on Wednesday, May 17, 2017 in the Einstein Community Center, Rm. 45 at 7:30 p.m. The Committee shall, to the extent reasonably possible, televise the forums over the Corporation's public access channel. The transmission by the Corporation of any statement made by any person at the forum shall not be an endorsement of any such comment or statement by the Corporation and the Corporation shall not

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be responsible for, nor shall it indemnify, any person or candidate who makes any false or defamatory statement. No person, other than authorized Riverbay personnel may use audio or video equipment at any of the three forums, however, individuals may use personal electronic devices in a manner which does not interfere with the conduct of the forums. All certified candidates will be invited to participate in the forums in accordance with the rules and procedures established by the Committee. If a candidate cannot attend the forum, and the candidate provides the Election Committee Chairperson with the reason for non-attendance, the Committee Chairperson, with the permission of the candidate, may announce the reason to the audience. The Committee shall establish rules and procedures for the civil conduct of all forums, including the establishment of time limits for questions and answers, the limiting of participation, the editing of televised statements, and the removal or preclusion of individuals, including candidates, who, in the opinion of the Chairperson, are disruptive to the orderly conduct of a 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 related to the election is prohibited. 3. No candidate or organization may use the facilities of Riverbay Corporation for campaign activities, except as provided herein, unless applicable rates for the use of such facilities have been paid in advance to the Corporation, and unless all candidates can be provided with equal access to such facilities or services. 4. At no cost, Riverbay will publish pictures of each candidate and three different narrative statements or articles by each candidate in three successive print and electronic issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, April 29, 2017 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 opinion contains libelous statements, personal attacks, or material misstatement of fact. 5. In conjunction with the statements described herein, Riverbay will also publish at no charge a 1/4-page campaign ad by each candidate in three successive print and electronic issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, April 29, 2017 issue. The same ad will be used in each of the three 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. 6. a) Campaigning by prospective candidates or their supporters may not begin until the day after the initial candidates' meeting is held on April 11th, 2017. This prohibition shall specifically include campaigning on social media, email, or other electronic forums. b) Starting on the day candidates are certified 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 the Board wishes to publish a joint Viewpoint, it 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 operation, management or maintenance of the property, or to an emergency may be published by the General Manager 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 â&#x20AC;&#x153;Co-op City Times,â&#x20AC;? 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 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) The same right shall apply to candidates who are not members of the Board of Directors. 7. A candidates' meeting shall be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2017 at 8:00 p.m., in the Bartow Community Center, Room 31. 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 candidatesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; forum. The drawing for order of speakers will also determine the relative position of each candidate's name on a ballot. If possible, names on the ballot will automatically rotate. 8. Campaign ads other than those provided by Riverbay may be placed in the Co-op City Times but must be paid in full by money order or certified check 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 material misstatement of fact. 9. The election of a Board of Directors 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 Board of Directors 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 which 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 might be construed as an attempt to abuse their positions as employees for the purpose of influencing the outcome of the election. Examples of acts that may be deemed to 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. Candidates who encourage, accept, or knowingly benefit from such prohibited participation are subject to disqualification by the Committee. 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 online, electronic ballots. 2. Mailing, tabulation, collection, processing, initial counting and preservation of election ballots shall be conducted by an independent, third party entity, selected by the Board of Directors 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. 3. One ballot will be mailed by the (Continued on next page)

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independent third party 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 the Corporation's books and records as of April 3, 2017. 4. In accordance with the Corporation's by-laws, only one vote per occupied residential unit, cast by a resident shareholder of record residing in said unit, shall be counted. 5. All ballots, including electronic ballots, must be signed by an eligible, residential shareholder of record. Electronic signatures shall be sufficient if the ballot has both a unique identifier, such as a bar code or number, and requires the shareholder of record to affix the last four (4) digits of their social security number to the ballot in order to cast a vote. 6. Any eligible, resident shareholder of record residing in an occupied unit may sign the ballot, but only one ballot may be cast by a unit, regardless of the number of shareholders of record residing within said unit. 7. In the event that more than one ballot is received from a single unit, only the earliest dated ballot, or the first electronically recorded ballot, shall be counted. All other ballots received from said unit shall be disregarded, but preserved until five (5) days after the period to challenge the election has passed. 8. In order to be verifiable, each signature, including electronic signatures, should appear as it does on the shareholder's occupancy agreement, along with a street address, and/or building number, and an apartment number, sufficient to verify that the signature is from a resident shareholder of record. Ballots with signatures that cannot be verified will not be counted. 9. In order to be counted, any mail-in ballot must be post marked no earlier than May 17th, and no later than May 24, 2017. In addition, any mail-in ballot must be actually received no later than Tuesday, May 30th. Any electronic vote must be transmitted and received no earlier than 6:00 a.m. on May 17th, 2017 and no later than 9 p.m. on May 24, 2017. 10. All ballots received, including disqualified ballots, shall be preserved until the time to challenge the election has elapsed. 11. The initial count, as recorded by the third party independent company, shall be provided to the Election Committee no later than 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 31st, 2017. The initial count shall 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 building, the number of votes disqualified and the basis therefore, and the total number of ballots required for a quorum, 12. The Election Committee shall, in a meeting to commence at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, May 31st, 2017, at which the Chair of the Committee and at least one other Committee member is present, review and certify the final count of the election ballots. The meeting shall continue from day to day until such time as a final count is completed. Each candidate for election, together with one resident observer of each such candidate, shall be invited to attend and observe the certification of votes by the Election Committee. Candidates wishing such representation must notify the Committee of the name of any such observer, in writing, no later than May 25th, 2017. Candidates and observers shall not interfere in any way with the certification procedures. 13. The Corporation shall produce a computer generated register, containing the signatures of record of all shareholders of record, by building, as well as the last four (4) digits of each shareholder's social security number. The list shall be utilized, if necessary, to validate the casting of any ballot but otherwise kept confidential. 14. Upon completion of the count, the Committee shall certify to the Board of Directors that a quorum has been obtained, the total number of votes cast, the total number of votes disqualified, the total

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number of votes cast for each candidate, and the names of the candidates who have been elected, as follows: (a) The five candidates who have received the highest number of votes will be certified to the Board as having been elected to full three-year terms. (b) The candidate receiving the sixth highest vote shall be certified as having been elected to a vacant Board seat, if any, which will have the longest unexpired term. (c) The Committee shall continue the certification 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 on the Board are filled. 15. The Election Committee shall cause the official Certification of the Election to be publicly posted by 5:00 p.m. on May 31st, 2017, or if the Certification has not yet been completed, as soon thereafter as possible after the conclusion of the Election Certification Meeting. 16. If a quorum is not reached, the Committee may recommend that the voting period be extended for an additional twenty (20) days, 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 at the end of the extended voting period the Board of Directors shall schedule a new election, to be conducted within thirty (30) days of the date that the Committee certifies the lack of a quorum. Until such time as a quorum is obtained and a valid election conducted, existing Directors shall continue to hold their office. G. DISQUALIFICATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MISCONDUCT 1. The Committee may recommend the disqualification of a candidate for violation of these rules, or 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. 2. No candidate may be disqualified for election to the Board unless the Committee has provided the Candidate with notice of its intention to consider the Candidate’s disqualification for election, and conducted 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. Notification of the Election Committee's decision to impose an administrative fee will be hand delivered to the Candidate by Riverbay’s Department of Public Safety or if not home, left under the candidate's apartment door. 5. Upon delivery of the notification of a fine by Public Safety, the Candidate is indebted to the Corporation and payment is due at the bookkeeping office located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, along with a copy of the notice by 5:00 p.m. on the second business day following delivery of the notice by Public Safety. 6.Any candidate may object to a determination of the Committee to impose an administrative charge, and may, within ten (10) days of delivery of said determination to the Candidate by Public Safety, request a review of such determination by the Riverbay Board of Directors. The Board, in its discretion, may affirm, modify, or reverse the determination, or

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decline, without 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 resident or candidate may challenge the certification of a candidate for 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 meet required qualifications, by notifying the Election Committee Chairperson of the challenge, c/o Legal Department. The Committee may also initiate a challenge to the election, or to the candidacy or election of any candidate, on its own initiative. 2. The challenge must be in writing. Such written challenge must set forth the reason and the factual basis for the challenge. Any challenge by the Committee shall be on written notice to the candidate, or candidates impacted by the challenge, delivered to the candidate(s) by the Public Safety Department in person, or under their door if they are not home. 3. A written challenge by a candidate or shareholder eligible to vote in the election must be delivered by hand to the Legal Department as soon as possible, but no later than 5:00 p.m., on Thursday, June 1st, 2017. Failure to file a timely written challenge by 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 1, 2017, shall preclude consideration of the challenge by the Committee. In the event that a quorum was not obtained by the May 31st Certification Date, then in that event, the time to file an objection to the Election shall be extended until one day after the Election has been Certified. 4. Should the Committee find the challenge to be 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 substantial questions concerning the certification of any candidate or candidates, or the results of the election, the Committee may hold a formal hearing to review the challenge. 6. All hearings under this Section H shall be scheduled upon prior notice to the challenger and to the candidate(s) whose qualifications, certifications, or election are being challenged. 7. The hearing shall commence no later than five (5) business days after the Committee's receipt of the challenge. The Chairperson may request that a member of the Committee recuse him/herself from the hearing if such committee member has a conflict of interest. 8. Upon notice of a formal hearing by the Committee, the challenger or candidate whose certification is being challenged may submit affidavits to the Election Committee Chairperson, setting forth the charges and facts upon which the challenge is based. Such affidavits and supporting documents shall also be delivered by the challenging party, by hand, to the opposing party's home address at least one day before the scheduled hearing. 9. At the hearing, either party may present testimony supporting the challenge. 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 affidavit from the witness prior to such testimony providing the sum and substance of the witness's testimony and served said affidavit upon the Committee and the opposing party in the manner set forth above. The challenger(s) shall also be required to appear at such hearing and may be subject to examination by the Committee or the challenged candidate(s). 12. At any hearing, General Counsel to

the Corporation, or an attorney designated by General Counsel, shall be present to 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 at his or her own expense. 13. At such hearing, the Committee Chairperson shall be the presiding officer and shall make any ruling with respect to 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 who is present shall dispute such any 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 Section G (1) of these Rules, or dismiss the charges brought. 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. 15. If a candidate who is disqualified received one of the highest vote counts, the disqualified candidate shall be ineligible to take office. The candidate who received the next highest count will be certified to the Board in his or her place. (If more than one candidate is disqualified, the next candidate or candidates with the highest vote will be certified). 16. The decision of the Committee shall be addressed to the Board of Directors, shall be in writing, shall state the basis for its recommendation, and shall constitute the Committee's final certification of the election results, or the qualification of a candidate. 17. The Board of Directors, by majority vote, shall determine whether to confirm or reject the Committee's determination. The Board shall make any such determination 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 shall, except for good cause shown, be deemed an acceptance of the Committee’s recommendation. 18. Any candidate or resident aggrieved by the Board of Directors’ final determination shall have the right to seek judicial review of the Board's determination, provided that any such Court challenge must be commenced within ten (10) days of the Board's decision, or within ten (10) days of the Board's failure to render a decision. 19. The Committee may call for a recount of all ballots cast, if it is determined by the Committee that such an action is warranted. Such recount of the ballots must be completed, and the result certified by the Committee to the Board, within four days of the date the Committee determines such recount is necessary. The results of this recount, upon certification by the Committee, will constitute the final election results. 20. The Committee may call for a new election if the Committee has determined 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 within thirty days after the final decision on the challenge and such election held among the previously qualified candidates. Linda Berk, President, Riverbay Corporation

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in the rear seat. Seat belts can still be used to install car seats. This is an option for a third seat or if installation in the center seat is desired. Information regarding the LATCH system and the installation of car seats may be found at the National Highway and Transportation Safety Administration at 1(888)DASH2DOT or on their website at www.nhtsa.dot.gov/in the rear seat. Seat belts can still be used to install car seats. This is an option for a third seat or if installation in the center seat is desired. Information regarding the LATCH system and the installation of car seats may be found at the National Highway and Transportation Safety Administration at 1(888)DASH2DOT or on their website at www.nhtsa.dot.gov/ Certified child passenger safety technicians are available at various locations to check for the proper installation of car seats. To find out about car seat check locations, call 1(866) SEAT CHECK or at their website at www.seatcheck.org. Texting while driving has bypassed drinking while driving in causing teen deaths. Texting while driving makes you 23 times more likely to die in a motor vehicle crash. In New York State, texting while driving is a primary offense. That means you can be pulled over and ticketed for texting while driving even if no other offense is committed. Previously, a driver could only be pulled over for another traffic infraction and given a summons for texting and driving in combination with another infraction. Looking at a text, sending a text or otherwise looking at a cellular device are all offenses for which summonses may be issued. Texting and driving is a leading cause of fatal automobile collisions. Young people are at an even higher risk due to lack of driving experience. Please make all drivers in your household aware of this new law. New York State is using the slogan “CELL PHONE IN ONE HAND, TICKET IN THE OTHER” to promote this law. Drivers should consider taking a Defensive Driver Training Course. These courses teach drivers tactics in becoming a safer driver plus provide an insurance dis-

count and possible point reduction. Riverbay Corporation is happy to announce a five dollar discount on the National Safety Council’s new online 6 hour course. Enter referral code #664 at www.ddcnsc.org/ny to receive your $5 discount off the Online Driving Course. The $5 discount is currently automatically applied with cost of the course being $24.95, cheaper than it was in past years. The course is an interactive, informative course. You have one month to complete the course in as many sessions as you desire. Users have three attempts to score at least 75% on the exam at the end to receive credit. The online course offers the same benefits as the live course. A computer with a flash drive is required; visit the website for more information. School is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed of its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that they expect from motor vehicles. Everyone needs to share the road safely. Remember if you consume alcoholic beverages, be sure to designate a driver that will not drink. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Public Safety Blotter April 9 – 135 Einstein Loop CCPD officers conducting a mall and center inspection observed a door opened and a male fled from within. The male was pursued and apprehended a short distance away and charged accordingly. April 14 – rear of 120 Casals Place CCPD and NYPD arrived to the scene of a multi-vehicle car accident. Upon investigation, it was determined that a resident was apparently intoxicated and this led to the accident after he fell asleep behind the wheel, crossed over the center divider and smashed into several parked vehicles. April 15 – 100 Erdman Place CCPD officers were dispatched to this area for a loud disorderly group. Upon arrival, officers observed a male enter a vehicle and began yelling and cursing at officers. When officers attempted to approach the intoxicated male, he drove off at a high rate of speed through a stop sign without stopping or slowing down. He returned to the scene and was placed under arrest. April 16 – 100 Elgar Place A male was found sleeping in a stairway and arrested for trespass. April 17 – 100 Darrow Place A male was arrested by CCPD officers after it was determined he set fire to a cooperator’s doorbell button. April 18 – 100 Elgar Place A male was found within an apartment from which he had been previously evicted. The male was apprehended by CCPD officers and processed accordingly. April 20 – 140 Erdman Place CCPD and NYPD are on the lookout for a suspect wanted in connection with an attempted push-in. The male is described as Black, 5’07”, 120 lbs., with a blue hoody

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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 862-9172. Regular Church Schedule Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first, second and

third Fridays at 7:00 p.m. Sunday School at Community Protestant Church begins at 9:00 a.m…In Sunday School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is provided for children to learn about the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. Children attending Sunday School are served breakfast. We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you. Worship Service begins at 11:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come and be a part of this special moment set aside each Sunday morning to be in the presence of God. We will be delighted to blend our spirits with yours as we bend both body and soul before our Heavenly Father. We encourage you to spend time with God, and if it be His will, with us at Community Protestant.

Other Scheduled Events Saturday, May 6th, 4:00 p.m. – BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! The Hospitality Ministry invites you to join us in A PRE-MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION, featuring the Master of Entertainment, internationally renowned MR. HUNTER HAYES. A jazz legend and Emmy Award winner, Mr. Hayes has performed with such great artists as James Brown, Miles Davis and Lonnie Youngblood. It will be held in room 31, Bartow Shopping Center, Co-op City, 2049 Bartow Avenue, lower level. Admission: $35 for adults; $15 for children 15 and under. For tickets and/or additional information, contact: (718) 671-6122, (718) 671-0425 or (718) 671-3181. September 12–15 – The Missionary Ministry sponsors a trip to THE HOLY LAND EXPERIENCE IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA, the only entertainment park that celebrates the

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship in Coop City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome. Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7 p.m. The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the 2nd Sunday of each month. We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, April 30, when we will celebrate the Third Sunday of Easter. Our Supply Priest, Father Simeon Johnson, will be the preacher and celebrant. Fundraising Events 1) All ECW raffle ticket stubs and payments are now due for the drawing which takes place at the church this Sunday (4/30) after service, instead of Saturday as previously announced. Winners need not be present. 2) National Museum of African American

Biblical Word of the Christian Faith. Package includes: Round trip airfare; round trip airport transportation from Bartow Ave. (Co-op City, Bronx); 4 days/3 nights hotel accommodation; 3 buffet breakfasts; 1 group dinner, 2 day admissions to the Holy Land Experience; Lunch-To-Go at the Holy Land Experience; transportation from the hotel to the Holy Land and Travel Insurance. $1,013 per person double occupancy; $961 per person triple; $1,253 single. $113 deposit was due December 3, 2016 (non refundable after 5/17). For reservation and/or additional information, call (718) 6710425 or (718) 379-8514. The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. —Evan G. Mitchell

Church of the New Vision

History & Culture, Washington, DC, Saturday, June 3. Motor coach transportation leaves from Dreiser Loop at 7 a.m. All-youcan-eat luncheon buffet at the Golden Corral. SOLD OUT!! 3) ECW Day Trip on Saturday, July 22, to Pindar Valley Winery in North Fork, Long Island. Enjoy wine tasting at the famous Pindar Vineyards, shopping at Tanger Outlets, and a delicious sit-down luncheon at the Cooperage Inn. $105 p.p. Down payment of $50 required to hold your seat with the balance of $55 due by July 1. Deluxe motor coach transportation leaves from Dreiser Loop at 9 a.m. Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. We are also collecting clean used summer clothes for St. Margaret’s Church. Please remember to donate. For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephs epcbronx.org. “How shall I repay the Lord * for all the good things he has done for me?” —Psalm 116:10 —M. Chambers

Pastors Kenneth Hodge and Deborah Hodge and the New Vision congregation invite you and your family to come and worship the Lord with us. Church of the New Vision is designed to meet the spiritual needs of God's people. Serving the community for over 44 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spirit-filled atmosphere of Christian Love. AII are welcome. Order of Services: Sunday Worship Service –8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Adult and Youth Sunday School – 9:45 -10:45 a.m. Mid-day Bible Study: Tuesdays, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Prayer and Bible Study: 7:30-9:30 p.m. Youth Ministry: Fridays, 6:30- 9:30 p.m. We Invite you to our Upcoming Events 1) Women Bible Study: 2nd Saturday of each month, 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. The next scheduled date is May 13th. 2) May 28th, Senior Anniversary Service will be held during the 11:00 a.m. service. Rev. Anne L. Palmore will be the speaker. 3) Sunday, June 11th, Senior, Family and Friends Day Program will be during the 11:00 a.m. service, followed by a delicious meal and fellowship. 4) Saturday, June 17th from 10:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., the Senior Ministry will sponsor a cake sale. Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone, (718) 671-8746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision concerning upcoming events and trips, or call the church. —Carol Haque

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Word Games 9:30 - 11 a.m. Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Weight Management Bartow Center – 10:00 a.m. Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m. - noon Bingo 1-2 p.m. Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Word Games: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Walking Club: 10:30 a.m. Bingo: 12:30-2:00 p.m. Caregiver Support Group: 1:00 p.m. 1st & 3rd Tues Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m. Blood Pressure: Every 1st & 3rd Wed., 9-10 a.m. Games: 9:30-11:00 a.m. Stay Well Exercise: 10 - 11 a.m. Line Dancing: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Bingo: 1-2 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m. Smartphone Class: Beginner – 12:30– 1:30 p.m.; Intermediate – 1:30–2:30 p.m., Bartow office Library: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Word Games: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Crocheting & Knitting 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Chat Session: 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Bingo: 1- 2 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m. Men’s Line Dancing: 9 -10 a.m. Word Games: 9:30-11:30 a.m. Women’s Line Dancing: 10-11:30 a.m. Chat Session: 10 a.m. Bingo: 1 -2 p.m. Piano Sing-along: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Dominoes: 2:30 p.m.

Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m. Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Color Your Stress Away 11 a.m., Rm. 4 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m. Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Last Monday Word Search 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. of the month Bingo 1 - 3 p.m., Rm. 35 Counseling Rm. 13, 1 p.m. Diabetes Support Group 2nd Monday - Bereavement Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., Rm. 2 1 p.m. Basic Cell Phone & IPad 12:30-1:30 p.m., Rm. 7 Pokeno 3 - 4 p.m. Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45

Dominoes: 10 a.m. Tai Chi: 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Matinee Movie: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Karaoke by Steven: 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Alert & Alive:10:30-11:30am Cultural Dance: 10:30–11:30 a.m., Aud. B Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba: 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Afternoon Movie: 1:00 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Sewing: 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Tai Chi: 11 a.m.- 12 p.m. Spelling Bee: 10 a.m. Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Spanish Practice Class: 10:30 a.m., African Brazilian Dance: 1 p.m., Rm. 2 Computer Lab Art Class: 1-3 p.m. Yoga: 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Zumba: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

Walk Group: 9:30 a.m., Rm. 40

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Apple juice Turkey bean chili Corn Garden salad Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit Alt: Tuna salad

Pepper steak Perfect white rice Steamed peas & carrots Alt: California blend vegetables

Orange juice Grilled Caribbean chicken breast Black beans & rice Vegetable mix Whole wheat bread Alt: Egg salad

Sweet & Sour chicken Cous cous Rotini w/tomatoes & black olives Broccoli & red peppers

Orange pineapple juice Yankee pot roast Mashed potatoes Steamed carrots Whole wheat bread Alt: Turkey salad, homemade

Baked Whiting fillets Creamed spinach Roasted potatoes

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Grandparent Connection: 1st Thursday, Rm. 35, 10:30 a.m. Arthritis Exercise: 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee: 11 a.m. Word Search: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Karaoke by Steven: 1 p.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Blood Pressure: 10-11:30 a.m., 1st & 3rd Thursday, Rm. 8 Line Dancing: 10-11 a.m., Aud. A Piano Sing Along: 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club: 1:30-4 p.m.

Orange juice Stuffed shells Baked fish w/sweet w/cheese & sour sauce Rice & beans Egg noodles Mixed green salad Oriental blend vegetables Whole wheat bread Alt: Cabbage Alt: Grilled Caribbean w/shredded carrots chicken breast

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Art: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Pokeno: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 35 Blood Pressure: 2nd & 4th Friday, 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m., Rm. 45

Crochet & Knitting: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Meditative Moments: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 8 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Bingo: 1-3 p.m. Card Games, Dominoes: 2-4 p.m.

Apple juice Italian roast chicken O’Brien potatoes Cauliflower Soufflé Challah bread Fresh fruit Alt: Gefilte fish

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

(Schedule subject to change without notice) Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., & 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation. JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Payments for trips can be made at all 3 centers. Trip registration policy: There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – No exceptions! You can register for all trips starting the Monday after it has been published in the newspaper: JASA will not accept checks under $5. (FREE) LiveOn NY-SCRIE Application & SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fridays, May 12th, 19th & 26th; June 9th, 16th & 23rd; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. First come, first served! JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. Annual Co-op City Health & Wellness Fair – Tues., May 16th, Dreiser Center Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop; 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Health screenings, raffles entertainment, cooking class. Transportation will be provided; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Bartow, 9:45 a.m. For lunch, call Dreiser, 718-320-1345; Bartow, 929-399-1392 & Einstein, 718-671-5161. St. Mary’s Recreation Center Pool–Fri., May 5th & 19th; $3. Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m. (14 seats available). There is a $25 yearly fee to use the facility. If you wish to become a member, please come into the JASA Bartow office and fill out an application. Membership is non-refundable. Bronx Opera is coming to JASA! – Every

Turkey bean chili Brown rice Garden salad Alt: Baked Turkey breast

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

*Menu subject to change without notice. Alternate Kosher Meals are also available Bartow Center (929) 399-1394 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

Upcoming Events/Trips

Thurs. at 11:30 a.m. until June in the Bartow Senior Center, 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 31. Do you love to sing? Would you like to learn to sing? Would you like to spend time with your friends singing your favorite music? You don’t have to be an opera singer (or even like opera) to have fun and learn with us. Woodbury Commons Outlet–Mon., May 1st, $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m. Wait list. Shoprite – Mon., May 1st, $3. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Empire – Tues., May 2nd, $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Empire – Fri., May 5th, $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Ridgehill – Mon., May 8th; $7. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Wait list. Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall–Tues., May 9th; $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m. Mothers Day Celebration – Fri., May 12th, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; $6 in advance, $8 at door. 177 Dreiser Loop Auditorium. Enjoy live music, gifts,

raffles. Menu: oxtails or baked chicken, rice and peas, tossed salad, hors d’oeuvres, juice, bread and dessert. Tickets available in all three centers. Louis Armstrong Home Museum—Wed., May 17th, $10. Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m. and Dreiser, 9:30 a.m. Tour starts 11:30 a.m. Wait list. Miss Saigon Broadway Show – Wed., May 24th; $65 per person. Orchestra seats, lunch included (Mini Coach bus). CASH ONLY, NO REFUNDS. Payment deadline: Thurs., May 18th; Dreiser, 11:45 a.m.; Bartow (Asch Loop), 12 p.m. & Einstein, 12:15 p.m. No seats available. Beautiful the Musical – The Carol King Broadway Show – Wed., June 21st, $140. Included is an enjoyable delicious chicken & ribs combo meal at Dallas BBQ with a side dish, dessert & beverage. Mid Mezzanine seating. Dreiser, 9 a.m.; Asch Loop (Bartow), 9:15 a.m. & Einstein, 9:30 a.m. Payment deadline is Wed., May 24th (Coach bus). Kedem Winery – Mon., May 22nd, $10. Lunch included. (CASH ONLY); 18 seats available. Bartow, 8 a.m.; Einstein, 8:15 a.m. & Dreiser, 8:30 a.m.

VOTE in the riverbay May 17 board election! May 24, 2017

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Scheduling Activities Calendar Co-op City Times Schedule 5/1/2017 – 5/7/2017 Organizations

Function Type

Date & Time

Yoga & Pilates Belly Dancing Line Dancing Zumba & Yoga

Tuesday, 5/2 – 7:15 pm Wednesday, 5/3 – 6:30 pm Thursday, 5/4 – 7:00 pm Saturday, 5/6 – 9:00 am

Exercise & Dance

Saturday, 5/6 – 10:00 am

Dreiser Rm # 9

Black Forum of Co-op City

Cardio Zumba Body Conditioning

Monday, 5/1 – 7:30 pm Wednesday, 5/3 7:30 pm Thursday, 5/4 – 8:00 pm

Dreiser Loop Aud. C

Circle of Christ Church

Bible Study

Sunday, 5/7– 10:00 am

Dreiser Loop Room # 2

Deeper Life Church

Bible Study

Tuesday, 5/2 – 5:00 pm

Duplicate Bridge Club

Card Playing

Thursday, 5/4 – 12:00 pm

Dreiser Loop Rm. 9

Earhart Lane Townhouse Association

Meeting

Wednesday, 5/3 – 7:00 pm

Einstein Loop Rm. # 35

Einstein Cancer Care

Meeting

Tuesday, 5/2 – 1:30 pm

Einstein Loop Rm. # 38

Greater New York Girl Scouts

Meeting

Friday, 5/5 – 5:00 pm

Dreiser Loop Rooms # 1, 2, 4, 9, 10, Aud. A

Harvest Restoration Ministries

Bible Study

Sunday, 5/7- 12:00 pm

Einstein Loop Room # 38

Iglesia Marcos

Children’s Bible Study

Sunday – 5/7– 9:00 am

Einstein Loop Room # 35

Islamic Cultural Center

Worship

Friday, 5/5 – 11:00 am

Dreiser Loop Room # 9

Mount Calvary Baptist

Bible Study

Tuesday, 5/2 – 5:30 pm

Dreiser Loop Rm # 8

New Rochelle Heugnot Lions Club

Double Dutch Practice

Friday, 5/5, 4:00 pm

Einstein Loop Room # 45

Teen Worship

Friday, 5/5 – 6:00 pm

Worship

Sunday, 5/7– 11:00 am

Counseling

Monday, 5/1 & Thursday, 5/4 5:00 pm

Dreiser Loop Room # 9

Sunday, 5/7 – 10:00 am

Bartow Room # 28

African-American Association

Newsong Church

Open Door Ministries Counseling/Worship

Room

Dreiser Room # 2

Dreiser Loop Room # 1

Bartow Room # 28 Dreiser Aud. B, 1, 9, 10

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Meeting

Wednesday, 5/3 – 1:00 pm

Dreiser Loop Aud. A

Toastmasters of Co-op City

Meeting

Thursday, 5/4 – 7:00 pm

Bartow Room # 28

Weight Watchers

Meeting

Tuesday, 5/2 – 5:00 pm

Dreiser Loop Room #4

Goose Island Seniors Bingo—Tomorrow, Sunday, April 30th, at 1:30 p.m. with Stephen; all are welcome, room 39. Admission, $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments and snacks will be served. Bingo—Wednesday, May 3rd, at 1:30 p.m., with Stephen in our club room #39. Members only. Admission $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments and snacks will be served. Come and join us. Spring Indoor Picnic—Saturday, May 20th at 12:30 p.m. Members and their spouse only in our club room #39. Admission, $5 for buffet and entertainment. Come and have a fun time with friends. Mohegan Sun—Tuesday, May 30th in Uncasville, CT. The day after the Memorial Day holiday. Price is $33. Rebate, $20 voucher and $5 toward food. Pickup time is 8:30 a.m. at our usual bus stops. If you plan to go, please pay for your trip as soon as possible. “Mamma Mia”—Wednesday, June 7th at Westchester Broadway Theatre. Elmsford, NY. Come and enjoy a delicious lunch and a terrific show. Price is $79, includes a show, luncheon, and transportation. The people who paid a deposit of $5, please try to pay more. There are a few seats left. All money must

be paid by May 15th. Pick up at 9 a.m. at our usual bus stops. See Ann, Mary or Stephen. To all members: Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all our members who celebrate their day in the month of April: Ruth Jenkins, Carole Haque, Bernice DeCarmo, Mary Pilla, Gerald Ortiz, Josephine Betacourt, Vivian Melendez-Vasquez and Geneva Lindsey. Our Lounge—Come sit and relax, read or rent a book from our large library, play cards every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Play Bingo every Wednesday and last Sunday of each month for only $15 per year. Also, come with us on great trips. We still have items from our Garage Sale for a very good price. Come up and look around. We are open Monday-Thursday from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Note: Call Ann, Mary, or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613, or visit us MondayThursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39. You can also call Mary at 718-379-4899 and she will return your call. Leave a message and your phone number. To call Stephen, 347-847-1941. Good health to all. —Mary Pilla

FYI: Our meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 8, 1:00 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium “A.” Remember to bring your balance for the Washington, DC trip. Please contact our Good & Welfare Coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-671-5493, if you have a family member who has passed or one of our members who is sick, in the hospital or in a nursing home. 2017 Tour Activities July 7 - 9: Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington (DC) – round-trip transportation via Deluxe Motor coach, w/3 breakfast buffet, 2 dinner buffet – including a seafood buffet; a professional guided tour of Washington, DC; one full day at the Smithsonian African American Museum; and full day shopping at Arundel Mill mall, including the Maryland Live Casino before traveling home…$515/person, single; $415/person, double; $385/person, triple and $365/person, quad. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370. September 18-21: 4-day/3-night trip to Cape Cod – Motor coach transportation, 3 full breakfast, 2 dinners, 1 Lobster dinner; Foxwood Casino (w/bonus); guided escort to African American tour of Martha’s Vineyard site; Hyannis, John F. Kennedy Memorial; Provincetown along scenic route 6A; Cape Cod National Seashore Visitors Center; admission to Zion Union Heritage Museum and more; $599/person – double; $739 – single… $50 deposit due immediately; 2nd payment of $150 due 3/20; 3rd payment of $200 due by 5/15; final payment due 6/30; trip insurance is available. Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962. December 29, 2017-January 2, 2018: Swingin’ New Year’s Eve Celebration in Savannah (GA) – Motor coach trip (2 night lodging to & from Savannah); 4 breakfasts; 2 full course dinners including a Riverboat Dinner Cruise; guided tour of Savannah, historic Davenport House, and Savannah’s River Street District; New Year’s Eve Show & Party at the Savannah Theater; New Year’s Day buffet lunch; $799/person – double, single fee TBD; trip insurance available. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370. —Delores Debnam

Einstein Cancer Fund May 3 – Crab Shanty, members luncehon at 1 p.m. Cost per person $28. May 22 – Mohegan Sun, $35 per person. Casino package $20 slot play, $5 food voucher. Time of pick-up 8 a.m., at the usual stops. Please note date change due to the availability of buses to the casino. For all of the above trips, please call Lydia at 718-671-3005 or Annie Eutsey at 718-320-1874. As always, remember to give a call to the homebound and those in nursing homes. Your calls will cheer them up and they will know they are always in your thoughts and prayers. Good health and healings are wished to all. —Lydia Ruas

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of Building 27B. Phone 718-379-6920. Note: Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. If no one is in the office, leave a message and we will get back as soon as possible. Shabbat ends today, April 29, at 8:35 p.m. Candle lighting for Friday, May 5, at 7:38 p.m. The synagogue has Services Saturday morning at 9 a.m. After Services, we always have a kiddush. Everybody, please try your best to come to services, so we have a minyan and will be able to take out the Torah. This Saturday, Rabbi Kronengold will conduct the Services. Good & Welfare: We sell tree certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazel Tov to all having Simchas. If you’re ill, wishing all a speedy recovery. Bingo: The synagogue’s next Bingo is scheduled for Sunday, May 21, at 1 p.m. The cost is only $3 admission, which includes refreshments and 10 games of Bingo. Also, there is a 3-part Jackpot game for $2. Your support of the Traditional Synagogue, and Men’s Club is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members, and friends, peace and good health. —Gary Schwartz

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue Try your luck with the Men’s Club

It is now the Spring season; it’s the perfect time to take a trip to Atlantic City. The temperature is heating up. Our trip is this Sunday, April 30. It is to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City. We still have some seats available. For reservations, call Gary at 718-671-8424 or Bruce at 718-320-2234. Please make out check or money order to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue, or cash payment will be accepted on the bus. The cost of the trip is $35 per person. You will receive $25 in slot play. Also enjoy the boardwalk, visit the outlet stores and the other casinos. After this trip, our next trip is scheduled for the month of June, so try now to make this trip. Everyone in the community can attend our trips. You need a Resorts Casino card, or government picture ID, passport, non- or driver’s license to receive the bonus. If you don’t have a Resorts Casino card, with proper ID, the casino will issue you a card. On the bus, we provide a drink, snack, play Bingo, and a 50/50 raffle. On the way home, we show a movie. We keep you entertained, and the ride goes fast. The bus stops and returns to all three shopping centers. We leave Einstein Loop at 8:00 a.m. by the supermarket, Asch Loop by the back of the library at 8:15 a.m., and Dreiser Loop at 8:25 a.m. by the hardware store. We will return to Co-op City around 8:30 p.m. depending on the traffic. Hope to see you on our April 30 trip, and our future trips. Wishing everybody good health and happiness. —Gary Schwartz

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Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Sometimes the freshness with which a child looks at things forces us to pause and reconsider our approach to life. A father was carrying his three-year old into a dark room. Suddenly he felt the tiny arms of the child tightened around his neck. “Turn off the dark, Daddy,” he whispered. Not “turn on the light,” but “turn off the dark. All too often, we concentrate on brightening our lives, but we neglect the fact that one of the ways we can do this is by ending and evil thoughts in our lives. We must give more time to eliminating the negative influences upon us which yield us only discomfort and pain. It is not enough to accentuate the positive; we must also make an effort to eliminate the negative.

Young Israel of Co-op City

Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome. On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after the candlelighting time. Saturday morning services start at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m. The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon. For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 6712300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Baychester Visual Arts Association

Our 2016-2017 season portends to be one of the most exciting in our history – with art classes, art shows, lecture/demonstrations and workshops, free and open to the public. BVA’s class session started on April 18. You can choose from the two class schedules which are 1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m. The fees are as follows: Annual membership is $35 a year and a session of 10 classes is $60. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered. Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, will be the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork. You can call M. Groves at 201862-0847 or S. Lochansky at 718-379-1049 for more information. Stop by our permanent workshop in room 5 in the Dreiser community center and see our new beautiful artwork display done by students and our instructor throughout our studio. You will be impressed by the beautiful work which is also for sale. You can register in room 5 on Tuesdays at the Dreiser Community Center and check out the art work on display in our studio or by mail indicating the class time desired. Tuition can be sent to Baychester Visual Arts, P.O. Box 678, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. BVA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization that needs your support to continue offering high level art instruction at these bargain prices. So come join BVA on this fabulous artistic trek, take a class, make a tax deductible donation, and feel the satisfaction of being a creator and/or patron of the arts. All checks should be made out as indicated above. Science is for the body and art is for the soul. —Sylvia Lochansky

Newsong Church

Co-op City Times / April 29, 2017

But God…Changes everything! 2 When the Lord first began speaking to Israel through Hosea, he said to him, “Go and marry a prostitute,[b] so that some of her children will be conceived in prostitution. This will illustrate how Israel has acted like a prostitute by turning against the Lord and worshiping other gods.”-Hosea 1:2 NLT Crazy, right? God commands His prophet to marry a prostitute… (And you thought the Bible was boring). So, what did Hosea do? Well, he did what God told him to do. He married a prostitute named Gomer, and guess what? Yup, she was unfaithful. She cheated on him multiple times, and eventually she abandoned him and their children and got caught up in the sex slave trade. The truth is, we all wander away from God. Some of us may not realize that we’ve wandered far away from God, but we have. Others know they’ve wandered away, but they’re not sure how to find their way back to Him; and they’re afraid that God will punish them for turning away to begin with. If you find yourself in one of these categories today, find comfort in God’s response to Gomer… 3 Then the Lord said to me, “Go and love your wife again, even though she[a]commits adultery with another lover. This will illustrate that the Lord still loves Israel, even though the people have turned to other gods and love to worship them.[b]” 2 So I bought her back for fifteen pieces of silver[c] and five bushels of barley and a measure of wine.[d] 3 Then I said to her, “You must live in my house for many days and stop your prostitution. During this time, you will not have sexual relations with anyone, not even with me.[e]”-Hosea 3:1-3 NLT (Emphasis Mine) Do you notice what God’s response is? God isn’t angry, He’s not desiring to harm Gomer for turning away. He tells Hosea to look for her until he finds her, and bring her home. Why? Because God loves her. So, Hosea does what God asks, he finds her and he uses all of his money to buy her back from slavery. Friends, the truth is, that’s what God did for us! We have wandered away from Him, we’ve turned our backs on Him, but He loves us so much that He sent His one and only Son to buy us back with His own life, so that we can have a relationship with Him. It doesn’t matter how far away from God you’ve wandered, He pursues you because He loves you. We wander away BUT GOD finds us! The Scriptures are full of other “but God” examples and it’s our prayer that you will have a “but God” experience for yourself! Join us this Sunday as we continue our teaching series “but GOD...Changes Everything!” Need more info about Newsong Church? Location: 177 Dreiser Auditorium Service time: 11:00 a.m. Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org Email: centralteam@newsongchurchnyc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx Against the Flow: www.facebook.com/NewSongYouth/ Twitter: @newsongchurchBX Instagram: @newsongchurchBX. —Pastor Mike Tolone

Open Door Ministries

Be Killing Sin or Sin Will Be Killing You – John Owen (Full Sermon @ opendoorministries.net)

Judges 1:4 When Judah attacked, the Lord gave the Canaanites and Perizzites into their hands, and they struck down ten thousand men at Bezek. 9After that, Judah went down to fight against the Canaanites living in the hill country, the Negev and the western foothills. 11 From there they advanced against the people living in Debir. 17 Then the men of Judah went with the Simeonites their fellow Israelites and attacked the Canaanites living in Zephath, and they destroyed the city. Judges 1:21 The Benjamites, however, did not drive out the Jebusites, who were living in Jerusalem; to this day the Jebusites live there with the Benjamites. 27 But Manasseh did not drive out the people of Beth Shan or Taanach or Dor or Ibleam or Megiddo and their surrounding settlements, for the Canaanites were determined to live in that land. 29 Nor did Ephraim drive out the Canaanites living in Gezer, but the Canaanites continued to live there among them. 30 Neither did Zebulun drive out the Canaanites living in Kitron or Nahalol, so these Canaanites lived among them. 31 Nor did Asher drive out those living in Akko or Sidon or Ahlab or Akzib or Helbah or Aphek or Rehob. 33 Neither did Naphtali drive out those living in Beth Shemesh or Beth Anath; but the Naphtalites too lived among the Canaanite inhabitants of the land. Judges 2:1-4 The angel of the Lord went up from Gilgal to Bokim and said, “I brought you up out of Egypt and led you into the land I swore to give to your ancestors. I said, ‘I will never break my covenant with you, 2 and you shall not make a covenant with the people of this land, but you shall break down their altars.’ Yet you have disobeyed me. Why have you done this? 3 And I have also said, ‘I will not drive them out before you; they will become traps for you, and their gods will become snares to you.’” 4 When the angel of the Lord had spoken these things to all the Israelites, the people wept aloud, 10 After that whole generation had been gathered to their ancestors, another generation grew up who knew neither the Lord nor what he had done for Israel. 13 because they forsook him and served Baal and the Ashtoreths. 14 In his anger against Israel the Lord gave them into the hands of raiders who plundered them. He sold them into the hands of their enemies all around, whom they were no longer able to resist. Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring/Counseling Program meets Mondays and Thursdays by appointment in Dreiser Loop, room 9. Every 3rd Thursday we meet at 6:00 p.m. to discuss life/spiritual issues, ALL ARE WELCOME. Sunday services are at 11 a.m. @ Bartow Community Center, room 28. Contact Pastor Luis by texting 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries.net. Blessings in Christ. —Pastor Luis Ramos

Pentecostal Tabernacle

communion and intimacy with those The Co-op City Pentecostal Taberwhom He created and redeemed. It was nacle invites everyone to worship servfor this purpose Jesus Christ died on the ice at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Bldg. 22A; cross. Tel. 718-324-0334, 718-320-4218. When God created mankind, He Sunday School for all age groups enjoyed close connection with Adam begins at 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship and Eve. He enjoyed daily fellowship service starts at 11:45 a.m. with them, for when He arrived after Wednesday morning prayer and their sin they were not surprised by his fasting service will be held at 11 presence, just ashamed for their nakeda.m.- 12:30 p.m. ness. It was evidently common for them Bible Study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening to enjoy time with him daily. What a at 7:30 p.m. precious thing it must have been to have Friday evening Youth Service ongoing, regular, intimate fellowship starts at 7:30 p.m. with Him! It still is. Focus Some people are more decisive than God created mankind with the freeothers and seem not to have a problem making up their minds regarding natudom of choice. His will is that we ral choices both big and small. Others choose him with a heart of love. choose between their options, whether Joshua 24: 14-16 the decision is as significant as which 14 Now therefore fear the Lord, and job offer to take or as mundane as serve him in sincerity and in truth: and put away the gods which your fathers “paper or plastic.” served on the other side of the flood, Choices have consequences. We and in Egypt; and serve ye the Lord. have observed this pattern throughout 15 And if it seemed evil unto you to our lives. In matters great and small, this serve the Lord, choose you this day principle holds true, and it is no less true, whom ye will serve; whether the gods regarding one’s spiritual standing which your fathers served that was on before God. Life and Death hang in the balance the other side of the flood, or the gods of of the choice to repent and to obey the the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell; gospel. Our decision either to live for but as for me and my house, we will God or reject His appeal leads us ultiserve the Lord. mately either to Heaven or to Hell. It is 16 And the people answered and said, God forbid that we should forsake this knowledge and understanding that the Lord, to serve other gods. should cause us to approach every deciGod desires a relationship sion about our spiritual life soberly and with mankind in the fear of God. Deuteronomy 30:19 One of the wonderful revelations of I call heaven and earth to record this day scripture is that God longs for a relationagainst you, I have set before you life & ship with mankind. He does not need us, death, therefore choose life. but He desires us, He loves us. He wants —Rev. R. Sibblies

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Co-op City Times / April 29, 2017

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Co-op City Times / April 29, 2017

— SERVICES — SERVICES — SERVICES — Appliance Repair

CLASSIFIEDS Cleaning Service

ACE APPLIANCE REPAIR (718) 379-8782 Refrigerators, stoves, air conditioners, washers, dryers, dishwashers. Free service call with repairs.

Locksmith 7/15

4/29

EMERGENCY SERVICE

L&L APPLIANCE REPAIR

$20

OFF

718.792.2655

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS 20% Off Any Lock Job!

10/7

Medeco • MultiLock • Wilson

EMERGENCY SERVICE

High Quality Labor, Low Price!

NEW STYLE BLINDS

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

FREE VALANCE & INSTALLATION

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 If you SEE something, SAY something! www.ccpd.us • @CCPDnyc

Family Owned & Operated Since 1954 NYC License #1233497 10% DISCOUNT (except vacuums)

718.792.2655

2951 Middletown Road, Bronx, NY 10461 (Near Pelham Bay Station)

All Colors • Vertical • Minis • Woods • 2 in. Regulars • Wash, Tape, Cord Blinds

Co-op City Department of Public Safety

• ALL MAKES & MODELS • Stoves • Washers • Dryers •Lamps • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Bags • Hoses • Belts • Vacuum Cleaners

Fully Insured

FAMILY LOCKSMITH AND BLINDS Licensed and Bonded

Present This Coupon (except vacuums/lamps)

STOVES • WASHERS • REFRIGERATORS • VACUUM CLEANERS and more. LIMIT — One Coupon Per Person. Fully Insured • NYC License #1233497

718-320-3300 x3384 cctimes@riverbaycorp.com

10/7

Re-installation of any types of Blinds. Repair Closet Doors and Sell New Bi-Fold Doors! Serving Co-op City for over 25 years. “When you see me, You’ll know me.” Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

4/29

Painting

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair

Cleaning Service

SPRING HAS SPRUNG! LET US HELP YOU DE-CLUTTER. CALL A BEE CLEANERS 718-798-4259 5/27 or Sales@abrags.org

JB RYAN COMPUTER REPAIR & UPGRADE

8/26

Repair - Upgrade - Trouble-shooting - Data Recovery Virus Removal - Laptop Overheat - Cracked Screen Broken Power Jack. Call James 646-281-4475 • 718-324-4332

Decorator 4/29

4/2

Handyman

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5/13

5/6

Home Improvement

1-800-479-2667 CO-OP SALES - JASON LASH

• ALL HANDYMAN SERVICES • VERTICAL & MINI BLINDS • SINK VANITIES • SPACE SAVERS • MATCHING HAMPERS • BATHTUB ENCLOSURES • CLIP-ON MIRROR FRAMES

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MetroCard Bus On the first and third Thursday of each month, the MetroCard bus will be at the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Blvd. (in front of the Bingo Hall and the eyecare center), from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; at Dreiser Loop (Park on Debs Place) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at Einstein Loop (Elgar Place) from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. enabling customers to sign up for or refill their Reduced-Fare MetroCard, purchase or add money to an existing MetroCard, and purchase E-Z Pass On the Go tags. The MetroCard Bus does not operate on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Co-op City Times / April 29, 2017