Co-op City Times 04/30/16 by Co-op City Times

Riverbay Election Supplement on pages 29-37

Candidates debate carrying charges, self-management and dogs at forum in Dreiser

Vol. 51 No. 18

Ten candidates for the Riverbay Board of Directors expressed their views on a range of topics and presented their credentials for election at this year’s first Candidates’ Forum held on April 20 at the Dreiser Auditorium. The second and third forums will be held on May 2 in the Bartow Center and May 4 at the Einstein Center. All the forums are being taped and then will be broadcast to the community for those who are not able to attend the forums. The candidates at Dreiser on April 20 were Kevin Lambright, Frank Belcher, Claudia Sampson, Stanley Frere, Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Linda DraxWerner, Marie Smith, Leslie Peterson and Andrea Leslie. Tony Illis was not present. Approximately 50 people in the audience attended the debate. BY JIM ROBERTS

Saturday, April 30, 2016

Asked for their position on term limits for Riverbay Board members, Cylich, Sampson, Leslie and Peterson said they were against them. Frere, Lambright (with some hesitations), Drax-Werner, Smith, Belcher and Feliciano said they were in favor. Cylich pointed out that cooperators would have to vote in a referendum to change the Riverbay bylaws. Responding to a question about what they would change in Co-op City, Frere said he would find out how we are spending our money and change the way we bid and purchase services. Peterson said she would reorganize departments, refine job descriptions, tackle asbestos abatement and enable transfers to a smaller apartment without (Continued on page 2)

Woman indicted for the robbery and assault of 103-year-old Co-op City woman The woman accused of mugging 103-year old Co-op City resident Louise Signore on April 1, was arraigned on Wednesday before Bronx Supreme Court Justice George Villegas on an indictment charging BY BILL STUTTIG

second degree robbery, third degree robbery, second degree assault, third degree assault and fourth degree grand larceny. According to a criminal complaint (Continued on page 9)

12 new officers graduated yesterday and begin patrolling Monday Twelve new officers for the Department of Public Safety completed their ten weeks of training this week and graduated yesterday. They will begin patrolling the community as soon as Monday, each working in partnership with a more experienced officer for the first few weeks. Graduation ceremonies were held in Dreiser Auditorium yesterday attended by family and friends of the new officers, several Riverbay Board Directors, Interim General Manager Noel Ellison, Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, Chief Frank Apollo, commander of the Co-op BY BILL STUTTIG

City Police Department (CCPD several department directors of the Riverbay Corporation and Board Directors, among whom were Rod Saunders, Francine Reva Jones, Bill Gordon and Helen Atkins. Other special guests included Co-op City NAACP President Jerome Rice who said that it is his job to educate this community that the police are not your enemies. Assistant Bronx District Attorney Jeanette Rucker reminded the new officers of the importance of filing proper paper work in order to make arrests that result in successful prosecution by her (Continued on page 18)

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Board selects Douglas Elliman firm as new managing agent for Riverbay The Riverbay Board of Directors voted 13 in favor, 1 opposed and 1 recusal by consensus at its meeting on Wednesday, April 27 to instruct Riverbay General Counsel Jeffrey Buss to negotiate a management contract with Douglas Elliman Property Management BY JIM ROBERTS

to act as the managing agent in Co-op City. The Board will then review the proposed contract and vote whether or not to accept it, and forward it to HCR and HUD for their review and approval. (Continued on page 4)

Riverbay Board members discuss their decision regarding the future managing Photo by Jim Roberts agent at Co-op City during a board meeting on April 27.

Heat shutdown scheduled for May 2 May is the time of year when the Riverbay Power Plant shuts down most of the equipment to perform maintenance and get ready for the summer season. The plant will be turning off the heating system on May 2nd; the cogeneration part of the plant will be turned off on May 9th to allow staff to follow the new NYC regulations on

cooling tower maintenance. Additionally, Siemens will be performing a Digital Controls System (DCS) upgrade, which involves upgrades to the software, as well as the hard drives of the system. During this shut-down period, the Power Plant will be performing (Continued on page 4)

Final 2 official Candidates’ Forums to be held this week Sign up to speak between 6:45-7:30 p.m.

This week, shareholders of the Riverbay Corporation will have the opportunity to attend the last 2 remaining official Candidates’ Forums and hear directly from the candidates running for seats in the 2016 Riverbay Board of Directors election. On Monday, May 2, the candidates will debate in room 31 of the Bartow Center, starting at 7:30 p.m. The final forum will be held on Wednesday, May 4, also at 7:30 p.m., in room 45 of the Einstein Center. Shareholders who would like to ask the candidates questions are advised to BY ROZAAN BOONE

come early and sign up between 6:457:30 p.m. Once again this week, the chair of the 2016 Election Committee, Board Secretary Francine Reva Jones, encourages all shareholders to make every effort to come out to the forums and hear what the candidates have to say. “Co-op City is your home and you should be concerned and involved in knowing the candidates who are running to represent you on the Riverbay Board of Directors,” she said. The first Candidates’ Forum was held (Continued on page 10)

First Forum large debt. Belcher said he would knock out the rent increases we’ve been getting, cut out some of the waste and reduce the number of workers. Smith said she would change that people have to pay $4,500 per room to transfer down from a three-bedroom, and would seek help from politicians to oppose the $5 million paid each year for asbestos testing. Drax-Werner would get politicians to pave the road in Section 5, relocate all the traffic and dust coming from the highway and change the convector system. Lambright said he would revamp how Public Safety is run and combine some departments so we wouldn’t have to wait for things to get done. Feliciano said she would move managers around who have become complacent and would develop a network of community leaders to share ideas. Leslie said she would help organize the community into a political force and continue to help get the new audit department up and running. Sampson said she would make the Board more transparent and accountable, have Board members behave professionally, re-institute floor captains and send all cooperators back to orientation. Cylich said he would re-establish the 147-member Congress to provide a check and balance on the Board and help re-establish the cooperative spirit. Asked what they’ve contributed to the community, Cylich said he has been involved in every fight in this community against the huge rent increases in 1975, 1980 and 1986 and state payment for construction defects and repair of the Ric-Wil systems. Sampson said she joined the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing (CTSAH) and became president for a year and a half and helped formed the first College Career Fair here due to her passion for education to help young people. Leslie said she served with the Jamaica Progressive League, CTSAH, the African American Association raising scholarship money, the coalition against MTA cuts and is a building association member. Feliciano said she joined CTSAH in the struggle against privatization, serves as secretary of 45th Precinct Council and with the Hispanic Support group providing scholarships for all college students. Lambright said he is a member of Youth Committee, served on the Sales Committee because of his concern about new cooperators coming in and as president of his building association. Drax-Werner serves as president of her building association, president of the JASA retirees and as a member of the NAACP, Retirees of Dreiser Loop, CTSAH and as chairperson of Fun Day in Section 5. Smith said she contacted agencies to try to improve lighting and killer curve in Section 5 and worked for over a year to get a trash dumpster container removed from Co-op City Boulevard. Belcher said he has been busy for quite a few years, even writing to President Obama, and used to fight with the past general manager over satellite dishes, charges for bedbug eradication, mold and registered sex offenders. Peterson said she has been involved in the Rivers Run Community Garden and with Buidling 13’s Women Keeping It Real and as the coordinator of Summer Fun Day. Frere said he is a member of his building association and has also written letters to Riverbay and HCR regarding conditions here. On the topic of carrying charge increases, Leslie said that HUD wanted 2% carrying charge increases every year and she and others asked that it be flexible to try to find other sources. Cylich said the increases were 3% in 2011, 3% in 2012, 1% in 2013, zero percent in 2014, 4.5% in

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2015 and zero in 2016. Frere said he believes there was no justification for the 4.5 increase, arguing that collecting rent arrears and a 10-20% layoff would have produced the money needed to pay the labor lawsuit or that a special assessment could have been made. Four candidates were asked by Board Director Daryl Johnson to comment on the 4.5% carrying charge and 10% parking increase last year and a possible 3% carrying charge increase in 2017. Smith said she was against the increases and that fixed income residents can’t keep getting increases. She opposes an increase in 2017. Belcher said he believes there should have been no increases in the last 15 years and there is too much waste, including giving every Board member a brand new computer. Peterson said she wanted to find alternative and vigorously fought for an assessment. Nothing is written in stone about a new increase and the Board needs to go over the budget, staffing and use the workforce more efficiently. Frere said shareholders are discouraged when efforts to change things are slapped down. He said New York City should do the sanitation and that Riverbay has more staff than Atlantic City. Cylich asked for the right to respond to the question, but was overruled by the election committee chair. Asked what they can do to help Co-op City’s young people, Cylich said his proposed Congress will give young people opportunity to get involved in their building’s youth committee. Sampson said they must be given things to keep them interested in the community here because they tend to flock to Manhattan. Leslie said she is working through the youth committee to try to bring Renaissance here. Feliciano said her building association is reaching out to youth in the building for ideas and that she wants to put together a coalition of building presidents to work together. Lambright said parents don’t involve their children and should take kids into voting booth. Drax-Werner said she saw a lot of young people vote in the primary and is working on finding ways they can use the building association room for activities. Smith said no young people come to building association meetings and perhaps they can arrange dances and have teens mentor younger children. Peterson said the youth committee heard ideas from young people, but nothing has happened and that there is an outside group they hope to bring here. Frere said social media needs to play a role and that a grant should be obtained to let them run the program and make a forum for them to express themselves. Asked about the dog situation in Co-op City, Frere said evidently no one is monitoring dogs that come to the buildings to make sure they are registered. Peterson said that dog owners have gone from 200 to 400 and that Public Safety has to enforce rules, but that other priorities are more important. Belcher said he has never seen so many dogs in Co-op City and that management should check a little closer because he thinks a lot of phony papers are presented. Smith said she is against all the dogs she sees here in Co-op City, but that legitimate disabled people should have a service animal. Blue collars should be required and neighbors are being bothered by barking and dog feces. Drax-Werner said when she came here, there were no dogs legally, but that our hands are tied now and if they take us to court, we’ll lose. Lambright said he gave up his dog when he moved and doesn’t understand comfort dogs. Feliciano said there are 500 legal and an untold number of illegal

dogs and that the Board should look at increasing the fines. “I respect that some people need a comfort dog, but respect me as an individual,” she said. Leslie suggested that tags need to be larger and reflective at night and said that members of the disability committee can’t determine if someone is faking and can only enforce the rules. Sampson said a dog walking area is needed so dogs don’t walk on the greenway. Cylich said the Board is restricted by law and Public Safety can’t spend all their time checking on dogs. He said there is a proposal before the Board for a park. “People who have dogs are cooperators, not strangers. We need to instill cooperative spirit - we have rights, they have rights, and we need to respect each other,” he said. The candidates were all given equal time to make opening and closing statements. Kevin Lambright, a father of four, has lived here for almost 20 years. He ran for the Board a few years ago and has served on several committees. Two years ago, nothing was being paid toward the principal of the half-billion dollar mortgage and there was bickering on the Board along with problems with management, issues with Cablevision, and people had no trust for that Board or the management at that time, Lambright said, but there are a lot of changes that can be made. Lambright said some people will tell you how terrible things are now and that most of them are the same people who were for privatization and came here to try and make money. “It took 15 years for us to wake up and make changes,” he said. “Just like our president Barack Obama came into some serious deficits, he’s [Board President

Cleve Taylor] made some fantastic changes, but they don’t want you to hear about that.” Frank Belcher, a resident for 23 years, said he is happy living here, but also unhappy with a lot of things he sees going on. He said he has addressed problems with mold, sex offenders and “outrageous” fees to eradicate the apartments of bedbugs. Belcher said residents can’t allow people to make a career of being on the Board because “… we’re going to wind up just like we did when Marion Scott was here and we’re on the verge of doing that right now and we need to stop it right now.” “If I appear to be a little angry, please forgive me because I read that they want to increase our carrying charges another 3%,” Belcher said. He paid an additional $45 last year and said people with two and three bedroom apartments had to pay an approximately $70 increase. “Now we’re looking at another $30 and we didn’t get an increase in our Social Security.” Claudia Sampson received her masters in 2014, graduating at the top of her class, and is completing a second masters in politics. She moved here in 1994, raising her daughter who attended MS 180 and Cardinal Spellman, and her grandson is now going to daycare here. She said the lack of collectivism and cooperativism in Co-op City now is disturbing and cited her efforts in calling the CSO offices to get new laundry carts as an example of how she will get the job done. Sampson said the increase of cash reserves from $900,000 to $15 million speaks volumes of recent progress, as well as moving to an electronic paperless (Continued on page 9)

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

2nd Combing Co-op City

120 north Bronx street gang members arrested as part of massive joint investigation BY BILL STUTTIG

Find out what’s going on in Co-op City here...

Free afterschool tennis

The Co-op City Tennis Program’s outdoor afterschool tennis program began this past Monday, April 25th, on the Co-op City tennis courts behind Education Park. The program, offered under the auspices of New York Junior Tennis and Learning, is open to all youth between 5 and 18 years old, regardless of playing ability. The Co-op City Tennis Program meets from 3 to 6 p.m. each weekday through the end of the school year, weather permitting. Registration is ongoing and available only at the site during the hours of operation. Free racquets are provided for use each day and instruction is offered for all ability levels. Sneakers or tennis shoes are recommenced.

Room change for Bereavement Support

Co-op City’s weekly Bereavement Support Group, led by Rev. Dr. Robert Smith, has a new location and time. The program, administered by the JASA Senior Services program, now meets in room 13 of the Dreiser Center, 1 2:50 p.m. every Monday. The support group for residents struggling to cope with the loss of a friend, spouse or other loved one previously met under the auspices of Church of the Savior, but was temporarily suspended due to Dr. Smith’s retirement. It resumed under Dr. Smith’s leadership in partnership with JASA. Residents interested in participating may call Dr. Smith at 917734-4058 or by calling JASA at 718-320-2066, ext. 2010.

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120 members of alleged murderous street gangs which for years operated in various housing developments in the north Bronx and their surrounding streets, including some just blocks from Co-op City, were taken into custody this week by agents from the United States Attorney office, the federal Drug Enforcement Agency and the New York Police Department’s Bronx Gang Squad. Several other federal agencies were involved in the massive investigation which this week culminated in what authorities are calling the largest gang takedown in New York City history. The initial flurry of arrests took place on Wednesday. On Thursday, it was reported that an additional four were taken into custody, including one gang member who lived in Co-op City, according to authorities. Among the areas where the alleged gang members plied their deadly narcotics, firearms and racketeering operations included, according to the US Attorney for the Southern Districts of New York, nearby Boston Secor Houses,

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Eastchester Gardens, Edenwald, and various major north Bronx thoroughfares including Eastchester and Boston Post Road and various locations along East Gun Hill Road and White Plains Road. No specific locations within Co-op City were mentioned in the indictment and the accompanying press release. Preet Bharara, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, said while releasing news of the successful conclusion of the major investigation: “Today we seek to eviscerate two violent street gangs – 2Fly and BMB – that have allegedly wreaked havoc on the streets of the northern Bronx for years by committing countless acts of violence against rival gang members and innocents alike. The gangs’ alleged victims include not only a 15-year-old child stabbed and left to die in the street, as well as a 92-year-old woman shot by a stray bullet in her home, but also extend to thousands of residents of Eastchester Gardens and its surrounding neighborhoods terrorized for years by the gangs’ open-air drug dealing and senseless violence.”

NYPD Commissioner William Bratton said: “As alleged, these individuals engaged in open-air drug sales near homes and schools in the Bronx, pushing poison onto our streets. Allegedly, they also committed numerous acts of violence and at least eight murders in the course of their illicit operations. … I want to thank the members of the NYPD Bronx Gang Squad and our law enforcement partners for dismantling these gangs.” The federal Drug Enforcement Agency Special Agent–in Charge James J. Hunt said: “A decade-long rivalry between two of the Bronx’s most violent gangs has resulted in drug related violence, fatal stray bullets and daily intimidation felt by the law abiding residents living in their crosshairs. Law enforcement has come together again to identify and dismantle these gangs that have plagued our community for too long.” According to the press release from the US Attorney’s office, the indictments arise from a joint investigation

holders 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, 2016. 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 will hold all day sessions to assist cooperators in filling out their Income Affidavit form on Tuesday, April 26th and Thursday, April 28th from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room 9; Bartow Center, Room 28; and Einstein Center, Room 35. Extra forms will be available at the sessions for those cooperators who do not receive their mailed copy. Notaries will also be present so cooperators can file their completed Income Affidavit form at the sessions. Any cooperators wishing to have their Income Affidavit form notarized must present two (2) forms of identification, one of which must be a picture of the individual. The affidavit will not be notarized without proper identification. Completed forms must be returned to Riverbay Corporation by April 30, 2016.

Annual Income Affidavits

The annual income affidavit process for Co-op City residents is currently underway. The Income Affidavit and related instructions have been mailed out to all cooperators required to file (excluded are new residents who moved into Co-op City after March 31, 2016, and those cooperators on the Section 8 Program). The due date for returning your completed Affidavit, which must be notarized, is April 30, 2016. Currently, surcharges based upon 2014 Income Affidavit forms will expire June 30, 2016. New surcharges will be imposed for the period July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017 based upon data taken from your 2015 Income Affidavit form. Please note that it is essential that every cooperator submits their 2015 Income Affidavit in a timely manner. If you filed an application for extension in lieu of a 2015 NYS Tax Return, you are still required to submit your affidavit by April 30, 2016. Please estimate your income and identify as "Estimated Income." 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 share-

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Management company

Riverbay Board President Cleve Taylor recused himself from the Elliman vote, as well as a prior vote that rejected another candidate, Avison Young, by a 14-0 margin. Board Director Andrea Leslie voted against the Elliman question. At the meeting before the discussion of the management vote, Taylor said, "I ask you once again tonight as we take up the issue of a managing agent that will greatly affect the longterm stability or instability of this community that you maintain that clarity of thought and that you vote with that in mind and that you select what is in your heart irrespective of whatever is in any memorandums you have received." The Board's vote on the management company this past Wednesday was scheduled by Taylor last week and came one day after a letter from a regional director of the federal Housing and Urban Development agency (HUD) was transmitted to the Board President informing him officially that Riverbay Corp. was in violation of the terms of its $621 million low-interest loan by Wells Fargo for failure to hire an outside managing agent. HUD guaranteed the Wells Fargo loan to Riverbay. The letter gives the Board 30 days to hire an outside managing agent, and failure to do so could lead to legal action and bring fines against each board member personally. The previous managing agent, Marion Scott, Inc. was suspended by the Board in November of 2014. At the time, the Board asked HCR to

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016 investigate Marion Scott, Inc., and if warranted, to terminate their contract. Riverbay’s General Counsel completed his own investigation nearly one year ago. Counsel’s investigation determined that Marion Scott, Inc. had breached its contract with Riverbay and recommended that HCR terminate the contract. However, the agency has not taken any action, leaving Riverbay exposed to possible liability in a pending lawsuit brought against Riverbay by Marion Scott, Inc. Meanwhile, an ad hoc committee of the Riverbay Board conducted an extensive search and recommended three candidates to the Board for its consideration. The full Board then conducted interviews of all three candidates, but did not select any of the candidates at an Emergency Open Board meeting held last May. In the interim, Riverbay has been operating without an outside management agent. HUD officials have demanded that Riverbay hire an outside managing agent in previous letters while holding discussions last October that centered on the possibility of Riverbay forming an oversight agent that would ultimately lead to self-management and save approximately $1 million annually. That proposal was ultimately rejected by HUD. While operating since November 2014 under self-management, Riverbay has maintained a 98.4% occupancy rate and a five-year waiting list of qualified applicants for new apartments. The company has built an unrestricted cash balance of $15 mil-

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lion, up from less than $1 million two years ago. Over the past six months, Riverbay has established a robust in-house management staff, including new directors of procurement, human resources, internal audit and an assistant general manager for construction. Similar positions existed under the previous management, but had become vacant. Under previous management, these positions were paid for by Riverbay. Douglas Elliman, established over 100 years ago, is a full-service organization providing residential property management, residential sales and leasing, commercial real estate sales and leasing, title services and mortgages. The company is the largest res-

Heat shutdown

inspections on some of the boilers and steam turbine. Work will be done on the safeties to the boilers, high pressure steam header steam trap work will be performed, and repairs will be made to leaking valves on both the low pressure and high pressure steam headers. Siemens will be onsite to perform the annual inspection on gas turbine #1, installation of the cooling coils in gas turbine #2 and to prep gas turbine #1 cooling coil for operation during this time frame.

idential real estate brokerage in the New York metropolitan area and the fourth largest real estate company in the United States. It has more than 80 offices and 6,000 real estate agents. Douglas Elliman Property Management manages over 46,000 apartments in the New York metropolitan area serviced by a unionized workforce of over 4,000 members. Elliman has worked at several properties that maintained their own police force, their own power plants, significant commercial and retail components and numerous properties overseen by DHCR, HUD and HPD. Douglas Elliman was one of the original bidders for the management contract at Co-op City.

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All 4 Carrier refrigeration machines will be prepped for summer operation and the plant will have the dual temperature system in summer mode by May 27th. Lastly, the plant is trying to schedule a zone 3 shut down on the High Temp Hot Water (HTHW) system to replace piping on the above-ground section by the Main Cooling tower. If a complete shutdown of the steam system is needed, adequate notice will be given before the shutdown occurs.

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Happening in Co-op City Visit to Ms. Ann The Bartow Swingers and the JASA Drama Bunch paid a visit to the United Hebrew facility this week where world renowned singer and Co-op City resident Ms. Ann Sinclair is recuperating. The visitors entertained the residents and spent some quality time with Ms. Ann bringing her good cheer before heading back to Co-op City and their other engagements. Photos by Lauretta Jaysura

Retirement for Det. Mabry

New York Cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office of Emergency Management has announced that through an agreement with the New York City Police Department (NYPD) regarding explosive detonations at Rodmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Neck, the agency will now offer Phone Tree alerts to those living in the surrounding areas which include, City Island, Co-op City, Throggs Neck, Country Club and Pelham Bay. It is their intent to give at least one hourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s notice when such is scheduled unless it is a true emergency where time is of the essence. For those who would like to receive such alerts, you can register with 3-1â&#x20AC;&#x201C;1.

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Chief Frank Apollo and Captain James Keappock honor Detective Michael Mabry upon his retirement this week after 29 years of service to the Co-op City Department of Public Safety. Captain Keappock said; â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m so grateful to celebrate Detective Mabryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s retirement along with his family and many colleagues here. Mike has given 29 years of dedicated service to the community. He patrolled the streets for many years before being promoted to detective where he conducted criminal, as well as internal investigations. He is a very humble and personable individual and he will be missed.â&#x20AC;?

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To the Editor: When we moved to Donizetti Place 20 years ago, one of the few problems we discovered was the way Sanitation pick-up was working. We were awakened 3 times a week by the noise of the Sanitation trucks. Also, we had rats running on the garbage pads, and outsiders coming to do illegal droppings. During the summertime, flies were legion. Good for us, management decide to creTo the Editor: Just in case one did not notice, we, the shareholders, are now able to watch Board meetings, candidates’ forums and other activities on cable channel 591 and MATV channel 12. I did see the candidates’ forum Saturday morning. I moved to Co-op City July of 1998. I have to admit this Board has done some amazing things, and as a shareholder, for the first time since living here, I feel a little relaxed and secure about my home, that we no longer have to deal with questionable practices and

Letters to the Editor

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Don’t fix what’s not broken ate our own Co-op City Sanitation service. Now the garbage is picked up every morning and moved to the facility on Peartree. Today, I was watching the Candidates’ debate on channel 591, and to my surprise, two of the candidates want to bring us back to the time of noise rats and flies!! Please, if something is not broken, do not fix it. Saving money is not always a good solution, especially to go back to a bad service.

Maintain our quality of life

To the Editor: It is difficult to discern exactly how much devotion, hard work, experience and expertise goes into a community project until you become involved in the work. I thank the Summer Fun Day organizer for inviting me to join the 5th Annual Summer Fun Day Committee. The planning begins many months in advance for the June Summer Fun Day event. Painstaking attention to detail is paramount. Everything from the space grid, to the event timeline, to extending table space to the FDNY, NYC Sanitation Department and others is carefully and deliberately planned and organized to entertain, to encourage, to inform and to capture the interest of our young people. To the Editor: Can we get rid of the old and useless telephone booths all around the community? This is an obvious eyesore so

constant change orders that drained our corporation to a mere $900,000 cash flow and left us in a mess. Each year in April, we start election of shareholders for the Board, we really need to be vigilant and listen to what is being said by the candidates that are running. As for our quality of life issues, of course, we do not want to do away with our sanitation trucks pickups or we will be right back to mice and rodents; the solution should be to find a way to pursue credit from the city. We can’t just complain about it, do something about it.

Embracing Our Youth

The activities are designed not only to engage our youth, but also to re-engage the entire family. No smart TVs, game systems, iPads, notepads, etc. The event is crafted to encourage positive interpersonal interactions between young people and their peers, their parents, and others. The Summer Fun Day concept is to allow families to relax and spend leisure time together enjoying the activities and events which range from age-specific races, basketball clinics and other sports events for youth to salsa dancing, line dancing, flash dancing, yoga routines and carnival games for youth and adult participants. My personal favorite event is the Dunk Tank. Youth can dunk a Riverbay Corporation manager/staff, dunk a Riverbay Corporation Board Director or, this year’s addition: Dunk a Dad. Also, the

Remove the eyesore

let’s get rid of them. Also, the handball court next to garage #1 needs to be redone. I’ve noticed the handball court next to Public Safety’s main office was

ABSENTEE BALLOTS

Absentee ballots may be requested from the Riverbay Corop. by calling 718-320-3300, x3326. They can be returned by hand to the Riverbay Legal Dept. or mailed but must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, May 18th to be counted.

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.

I wonder if those two candidates will come to pick up our garbage on snow days. The city won’t, but our workers will. Also, they want to get rid of CCPD! Co-op City is one of the safest places in New York, not because of the 45th Precinct, but because of our private force. Only and when we have a division of the precinct here could we eliminate CCPD. —Jose Verschaffel I agreed with the candidate and even wrote about it; the Board should act in a professional manner, leaving differences behind closed doors. Of course, one may not always agree, but one should focus on the solution to get the job done. I have no problem with term limits, as long as the Board member is effective in protecting our homes and interest. The volunteer job is not easy, resolutions, technical, legal and fiduciary responsibilities. We do not need to go backwards, but keep going forward. —H. Overman ‘Dancing with Dad’ event was added in honor and recognition of Fathers’ Day which will be the following day. Engaged young people create engaged families which create an engaged community. The Section 2 Summer Fun Day event has been so successfully received throughout the community that other Section leaders have reached out for assistance in establishing Summer Fun Day events for youth in other Sections of Co-op City. Young people can make a difference. This is a worthwhile and gratifying endeavor. It is a lot of commitment and work. Please consider volunteering your time in support of this most worthy cause. I am so very glad I did. I know you will be, too. —Linda Collins beautifully redone. Is this a divide of the haves and have nots? —Julio Collazo

REMINDER

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Public Safety Report

CCPD offers home repair tips for smart consumers

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Now that the spring cleaning and repair season is upon us, cooperators may be considering hiring persons to help with these tasks. Some cooperators may have just had new windows installed and may be upgrading blinds or window treatments. It is very important that consumers take steps to make sure that the services they are paying for are the services they are getting. Fraud is very popular among contractors. The Department of Public Safety offers these tips to avoid becoming the victim of a scam. Make sure when hiring someone to do work, you receive recommendations from friends or family who have used the contractor for similar work. Get at least three written estimates for the work you wish to have done. Make sure all estimates detail the scope of the job, so that meaningful comparisons can be made. Remember that no structural changes to Co-op City apartments can be made without the permission of Riverbay Corporation. Please check with your Cooperator Service Office if you have any questions about intended improvements. Also remember that you are responsible for the cost of restoring your apartment to the original condition. It is also important to make sure the contractor meets licensing and registration requirements. The New York City Department of Consumer Affairs (212) 487-4444, www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/dca/home.html or the Consumer Frauds and Protection Bureau Office of the Attorney General, (212) 416-8300, www.oag.state.ny.us. You can check with these agencies or the Better Business Bureau, (212) 533-6200, www.newyork.bbb.org, to see if there are any complaint records against an intended contractor or repair service. Make sure your contractor is insured. They should have personal liability, property damage and worker’s compensation insurance for workers and subcontractors. Also check with your insurance company to see if you are covered for any injury or damage that may occur. Be sure any valuables are locked up while work is being done in your home. Insist on a written contract that details the entire scope of the job. Be sure it states exactly what will be done, when it will be done and the quality of materials to be used. Any warranties or subcontractors should be listed. The total price and schedule of payments should be included. Make certain you understand all payment options and any financing charges. Never make a final payment or sign a final release until you are satisfied with the work performed. Paying by credit card may give you any extra avenue of dispute resolution. Always be cautious of the deal that seems too good to be true. Be wary if the contractor comes door-todoor to seek you out or just happens to have material left over from another job. Be alert to a contractor who quotes you a price that is out of line with other estimates. Do not allow a contractor to pressure you to make an immediate decision or asks you to pay for the entire job up front. Be cautious of a contractor driving an unmarked van or a vehicle with out of state plates. Senior citizens can often be the victims of this type of fraud. 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. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

April 22 - 100 Erdman Place One male was arrested for possession of a weapon. He was transported for further processing and was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint. April 22 - r/o 100 Asch Loop Two males were arrested for Public Consumption. Both were issued Universal Summonses and Community Complaints. Upon completion of a warrant check, one of the males was found to have an open warrant for his arrest. The male was then transported to Central Booking for further processing.

Public Safety Blotter • April 22, 2016

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Don’t forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. As Stevie Wonder said at the Grammys, “We need to make every single thing accessible to every person with a disability.” May is awareness month for ALS, Allergies and Asthma, Arthritis, Cystic Fibrosis, Celiac Disease, Fibromyalgia, High Blood, Lupus and Lyme disease. This is a good opportunity to schedule an appointment for a physical exam. It is also a good opportunity to learn about these diseases or others which may affect your friends, family members or neighbors. Knowledge is power, the more you learn, the stronger you become.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank my faithful readers who stopped by to let me know how much you enjoy this column. Thank you very much for your readership and your feedback. Suggestions and correspondence are always appreciated.

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about:

2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 • 718-320-3300 Riverbay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

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 3051, Rehabilitation of Basketball Courts: Provide renovations of the Basketball courts located at 150 Co-op City Blvd. Pre-bid Meeting: April 5, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. Bids Due: May 5, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. Bonding: is required. Insurance: is required.

Contract 3063, Inspection and Servicing of Fire Extinguishers

Pre-bid Meeting: April 18, 2016 at 3:00 p.m. Bids Due: May 9, 2016 Insurance: Insurance will be required from the winning firm.

Contract 3067, Applicant Screening Bids Due: May 5, 2016 Insurance: Insurance will be required from the winning firm

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Open to all applicants from April 26, 2016 to May 4, 2016. Employment Listing #16-23

Operations Coordinator Parking Facilities Supervise all full and part time garage attendants. Coordinate work efforts between different departments and vendors. Assist with supervision of maintenance staff. Maintain gas receipts and complete reports for motor pool. Enforce compliance with garage rules and regulations. Inspect work of porters by checking garages for cleanliness. Complete work orders, supply orders, and requisitions.

Applications are given out at the following address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Riverbay Corporation Administration Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475; OR Resumes can be faxed to 718-320-3672 with the Job Title and Job Reference # on the TOP RIGHT CORNER of the resume. *Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer* Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, creed, ethnicity, alienage, citizenship, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or sexual preference, marital status, military status, disability or any other recognized protected basis under any applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Please inform Human Resources if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

Director’s Viewpoint

Linda Berk Vice President

We live in a community built almost fifty years ago. A unique concept in cooperative living on the scale of a city. Self-contained and self-sufficient. A city within a city, Co-op City. This was a wonderful community when I moved here in 1969. At that time, it was not complete; it was raw, dusty and inconvenient. We were like pioneers on the frontier of something very new and special. This community is still special and wonderful to this day. We had an era when we neglected to raise the money to keep our property maintained. We had an era when our Board was corrupt and our President became a convicted felon. We had an era when management was allowed to run rough shod through this community, leaving a wake of multi-million-dollar legacy problems to be cleaned up by this current Board. But we survived all of this, as a community and as a corporation! When I first moved here, I was so proud of Co-op City because of its newness. Everything was brand spanking new and as a young girl who grew up in Harlem, this was like heaven. But now, I’m proud of Co-op City because we have survived the challenges. We survived the attempts to privatize the development. We are still the largest, affordable housing development in the country. We are a community of middle income workers who take pride in our homes. My Glass Is Half Full I’ve heard a select group of cooperators talk about how bad Co-op City is today. How it is getting worse and worse every day. I’m not sure what community they are looking at to see such despair. As I ride around Co-op City, I am in awe of the beautiful greenway and lawns with tulips, perennials and the breathtaking cherry blossom trees. The grass is green, and free of paper and litter. There’s no garbage under our building porticos waiting to be picked up and dropped along the way. We are moving into the 21st century with online payment of carrying charges and our Board meetings and special topic meetings are televised for those who can’t leave their homes to attend. Our community newspaper is online, so we don’t have to ever miss an issue whether we are home or away. We brought painting in-house, ridding ourselves of a contractor, saving $900,000 a year by doing so. Our public hallways are being painted for the first time in decades and our lobbies are being redesigned to meet ADA requirements. With the support of the President, we established a Disabilities and Accommodation Committee (DAAC) to meet the growing needs of shareholders living with disabilities, all of which are not visible. We have reclassified the Riverbay Corp. staff to ensure appropriate pay for appropriate work. We’ve met the challenges of a Legionnaire outbreak and served as the example on how to respond to this serious condition. We were able to bring a $40 million labor lawsuit down to a $6.5 million settlement. We uncovered mismanagement practices and suspended a managing agent allowing for the search for new, current and fresh management. Most importantly, we shored up the corporation’s finances from a balance sheet of $900,000 to $15 million. Is Riverbay Corporation and Co-op City in a perfect space? No, we have a lot of other improvements to make, we still have more to accomplish. What I do know is that Co-op City is much better than the many properties I had the opportunity to visit during our management search process. We are exemplary in how a large housing development can be clean, safe and affordable. I can say with confidence that I see my glass half full. I can also say that I will stay on the course we have set to continue our progress. I will work until our glass is completely full!

A community to be proud of

Strength in Numbers I have seen what the strength in numbers can do for a community. There was a time when Co-op City was a force to be reckoned with, where our voices were too loud to ignore. I know we cannot go back to a time in history, however, we can make our own history here and now. To do this, we need to work together to accomplish community goals. Riverbay has yet to receive our fair share of tax dollars to offset the cost of sanitation, policing and the unreasonable millions of dollars we spend on asbestos abatement when thousands of tests have shown there is no problem. To get the attention of City Hall and Albany, we need to speak with the powers reflected in our numbers. We need to get and hold the attention of our elected officials. The only way we will be able to do that is to speak up, show

up and stand up for what this community deserves. I am a strong believer that we should vote at every board, district, county, state and national election. It means knowing about the issues and taking action. Recently, we witnessed how we can show up. We did so when Hillary Clinton visited Co-op City. We turned out in masses and waited in line for hours for the experience. To change the tide of political influence is within our reach. I believe we can do it. I believe we should pull together to continue improving our community and our property. There is strength in numbers and we have the numbers that can work for us. If you would like to share your thoughts with me, I am interested in hearing from you. I can be reached at the Riverbay Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or Lberk@riverbayboard.com.

First Forum

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carrying charge payment system which worked very beautifully for her. She pointed to Co-op City’s low crime rate and low move-out rate. “Anybody that says Co-op City is going down is not paying attention to what we’re doing,” Sampson said. “I want to build on the accomplishments under the current leadership on the Board.” Stanley Frere has lived in Section 5 for 16 years and lived in two other MitchellLamas for 20 years. He served on the budget committee and said they found ideas to avoid the permanent 4.5% carrying charge increase last year, including a temporary 4.5% surcharge to deal with the shortfall. “We talked about layoffs - every major corporation facing financial difficulty is laying off people,” Frere said. “It’s unfortunate, but we have a fiscal responsibility to shareholders so you don’t have to keep digging into your pockets.” Frere said the Board needs to be changed with new ideas and new ways of doing things which is very important to the life of this community. “We only find out when the damage is already done and they want you to put your hand in your pocket to take care of their mistakes. We have folks on the Board who think that you are the enemy. They think that you’re an ATM machine. It’s not right,” Frere said. Regarding last year’s 4.5% carrying charge increase, Bernard Cylich said: “It appears some candidates don’t recall we had the increase last year to pay off a lawsuit provoked by Marion Scott, [Inc.] not the Board.” Cylich said he and others fought to terminate MSI since they were first hired in 1999 and finally succeeded [in suspending them]. He said that saying there’s going to be a rent increase in 2017 is a “red herring because the budget hasn’t even been prepared. We’re going to work hard to try and pare down any increase.” Cylich said that Co-op City is, fortunately, the recipient of a HUD low interest

loan guarantee, but “it is disappointing when America’s longest integrated middle income housing development, Co-op City, with an exceptional record of accomplishment under self-management fully compliant with the terms of the loan and HCR and HUD regulations faces harassment by HUD...,” adding that he does not believe the loan or HCR/HUD regulations require hiring an outside management agent or bar self-management. Sonia Feliciano has lived here for 16 years and raised two children, one who purchased a home here, and her mother lives here. She is secretary of 45th Precinct Council. She moved here for affordability, the beauty of the property and the different community groups. She’s served on the Riverbay Board for six weeks. “We haven’t gotten our fair share of political dollars from the votes that we give to our candidates,” Feliciano said. “We have a beautiful educational park here and we don’t have access to it. We pay almost $2 million a year for garbage collection, but don’t get any credit from the city or agency toward that. We have our own public safety department, but we don’t get any support from the NYPD in terms of dollars for security.” She said that Riverbay doesn’t have grant writers and that she will take that course and see what she can do to help try and get some grants to provide funding. Linda Drax-Werner, president of Building 30 Association and member at the JASA/Dreiser Senior Center, has been active in the community for the past 14 years. Her mother, cousin and aunt all live here. Fun in the Sun in Section 5 has been going strong for three years, including a petting zoo, and free popcorn, soda and ice cream along with senior activities. “I want to activate things like that for the community,” she said. Drax-Werner said she is running for the Board because “I want to know where my money goes. I want to see us get into the 21st century. I want to see more activity

filed by the Bronx District Attorney’s office, the suspect, Sharon McNeil, age 53, followed the alleged victim into an elevator in the victim’s building, Building 21C, and upon getting off the elevator on the eighth floor, the suspect then allegedly grabbed a blue shopping cart away from Ms. Signore and in doing so, pushed the 103-year-old woman to the floor causing injuries at various points of the left side of her body, as well as swelling and a bump to the back of her head. In announcing the indictment, Bronx District Attorney Darcel D. Clark said: “Robbing an elderly person is a cowardly act, but using force on such a vulnerable person is coldhearted and unconscionable. The victim’s courage to bring her alleged assailant to justice should not be underestimated.” The criminal complaint and resulting indictment is based on the account Ms. Signore gave to investigators from the 45th Precinct. The criminal complaint also refers to video surveillance captured by detectives from Co-op City Department of Public Safety which showed the accused both getting on and off the elevator with the victim, and then getting back on the elevator without the victim while pushing the shopping cart that was previously caught on surveillance as being pushed by Ms. Signore as she was attempting to return to her home after a day of activities at JASA’s Bartow Senior Center.

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John T. Yu, the attorney representing Ms. McNeil as the case proceeds in Bronx Supreme Court, said that he feels for the victim and called the mugging of a 103-year-old woman a terrible act. But he also called his client both a sympathetic and pathetic individual who has a 32-year-history of diagnosis of mental illness and has been on medication for mental illness. He said his client is one of those individuals who “is on the edge of society.” He said that he has requested psychiatric evaluations of his client, which the Judge has granted, he added. Mr. Yu and his client are due back in court on June 1 and the case proceeds from that point after the court reviews the results of the psychiatric evaluations of Ms. McNeil, the attorney said. Ms. McNeil was arrested less than a day after the alleged commission of the crime, thanks largely to surveillance captured from Co-op City’s public areas by Public Safety detectives. Ms. Signore, a popular and active member of the Bartow Senior Center for years, was welcomed back to the center just last week with flowers and well wishes presented by dozens of her fellow center members with whom she shares activities nearly each day. Her birthday celebration is one of the annual highlights of the center’s busy social schedule and despite the incident earlier this month, this year’s celebration is eagerly anticipated again.

for our kids.” “I think this is a nice place to live period,” she said. “I don’t think everything is as bad as everyone is saying. If we team together, we can make it more than what it is. I want to get on the Board to make it more us, not us against them, all of us together as a family.” Marie Smith has lived in Section 5 for 12 years with her husband. She retired last year having worked for 50 years in government and public and private sectors. She said she would definitely vote no for any maintenance increases and no for any contract change overages. “We spend too much money - we need to tighten our budget,” she said. “I’d like to see some budget cuts and overtime reduced.” Smith cited several issues of concern: a two-year old scaffold project that hasn’t been rectified yet; the loss of 28 gallons of water per minute at the Cooper Place townhouses; and the length of time it takes for new people to move in and the exorbitant cost to refurbish the apartments. “That is another area where we could save some money and tighten up our budget.” She also wants to see new lobby doors put in place for people with disabilities and the elderly that conform with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Leslie Peterson has lived here for 30 years. She now serves as president of the Building 13 Association and is a cofounder of the Rivers Run Community Garden. She established a non-profit status for her building association. She managed one of the largest complexes in the Bronx for the New York City Housing Authority. She has a Masters degree in urban affairs and is RAM certi-

9 fied and NAHRO certified. “My first term on the Board was very tumultuous and many decisions had to be made,” she said. “I have always tried with vision and determination to take care of the fiduciary responsibilities that you voted for us to watch over. I fought vigorously to try and come up with alternate ways so we would not have our carrying charge increased. We did put up a good fight though unsuccessful.” “We have a community of 15,372 units and what we need to do is become a voting bloc again for our local elections also,” Peterson said. Andrea Leslie said she is fighting strongly to allow Co-op City to have self-management. “We paid over $22 million over a 15-year period to a managing agent and we frankly have not much to show for it.” “We had a Board that allowed the managing agent to run the place almost into the ground and now we’re dealing with those legacy issues from those 15 years. This Board had stepped up and made really difficult decisions to move this community forward.” Leslie said she wants to be part of a team of directors to bring transparency, accountability and the cooperative spirit back to Co-op City. “I want to keep Co-op City affordable for the people who live here and for generations to come.” “I would like for us to become a very active political community again to get the political representation that we deserve. The politicians will come here and ask us for our votes, but we, as a community, have not demanded that they bring what we ask,” she said.

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Director’s Viewpoint

Voting Has Consequences - Part 2

Evelyn Turner Second Vice President Soon, and very soon, cooperators will have a chance to vote for members to serve on the Riverbay Board of Directors. All the candidates are running because they care about Co-op City. If you attended the first Candidates’ Forum or viewed the forum via cable, you witnessed their passion first hand. Cooperators, I would like to challenge you to knock on doors the day of the election. Ask your neighbors to VOTE. If you don’t come out on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, we will be forced to re-open the polls on Thursday, May 19. This will cost unnecessary expenses in a time when we need to be frugal. Therefore, pay attention to everyone, come to the forums and ask questions. These candidates are running because they want to represent YOU! No Carrying Charge Increase Many are confused thinking that the Board has recommended a 3% “Carrying Charge” increase. This is not factual and NO discussion or vote has been made to decide on how much and if any increase will be required in 2017. This decision will be made by the full Board after a full Board budget meeting. Riverbay Department Evaluation Please understand that having a leadership position

Final two forums on Wednesday, April 20 in the Dreiser Center, Auditorium B. The Co-op City Times’ report on that forum, which had to be reviewed by the 2016 Election Committee prior to publication, is published in this issue of the paper (see page 1). It was also televised last weekend for those who could not attend. Likewise, the upcoming two forums will also be televised and as soon as the broadcast schedule has been determined, it will be announced to the community. To increase voter participation and ensure a quorum, which this year is 5,054 votes, the 2016 Election Committee has discussed, and the Board has approved, offering a voter incentive once again this year. "I was disappointed last year when many shareholders failed to exercise their right to vote and we did not reach a quorum on election day,” said Director Jones. “It was, therefore, necessary for the Election Committee to extend the election period for an extra day, which cost the shareholders a considerable amount of money…So, I encourage you to vote as early in the day as possible on May 18th beginning at 6:00 a.m., in order that we will know by 9:00 p.m. if a quorum has been reached. The voting booths will be conveniently located in the building lobbies." Shareholders who require absentee ballots for the May 18th Riverbay Board of Directors election may contact the Riverbay Legal Department at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3326 and a ballot will be mailed to eligible shareholders. In addition, shareholders may also walk in to the Riverbay Administration office receptionist at 2049 Bartow Avenue. All absentee ballots must

on the Board affords one the privilege to make certain decisions without input from the full Board. This director was pleased to see such an individual initiative take place and hopefully others will share their input when the opportunity avails itself. “The Board of Directors shall have entire charge of the property, interests, business and transactions of the Corporation, and may adopt such rules, regulations and resolutions for the conduct of its meeting and management of the Corporation as it may deem proper, not inconsistent with law or these By-laws.” Voting For A Management Company For this director, fairness in the process of job application on all levels is non-negotiable. Several laws are on the books to prevent discrimination in the job screening and hiring process. How many cooperators, especially those with disabilities, have had to advocate for years for fair treatment in the world of work? That being said, we have companies who followed the “rules of the road” and are anxiously waiting for a decision by the full Board of Directors. Hopefully, this will happen before the next election. Please Vote A suggestion is for all building presidents to come up with a fun incentive to get your building to vote on May 18, 2016! You may want to start on May 1. Please help prevent the polls from being opened overtime or the next day. Maybe challenge the youth in your building to share ideas to get cooperators to stop at the

lobby voting booth before going to work. Maybe youth and artists in your building can make some creative posters? Community Service Initiative For Disabled Veterans Please join me in partnership with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority in a spring “Seasonal Wrap” initiative for our local Bronx V.A. hospital. On May 29, we want to take our disabled veterans the following: new t-shirts (all sizes), socks, baseball caps, liquid soap, shampoo, deodorant, deck of cards, note pads. Please call for information where these items can be dropped off. Many cooperators may not be aware that this is the organization of “women,” this Board director included, that pooled their financial resources and paid off the mortgage for Dr. Martin Luther King’s home in Georgia. When Dr. King was assassinated and this organization learned that the family had very little money, they voted to not only pay off the mortgage; did so and returned the mortgage back to the King family free of charge. The Martin Luther King Jr. home is now an “historic site.” Please Vote Please listen to ALL candidates so that you will be able to make an informed decision. Thanks for the calls and words of encouragement that’re needed and appreciated. I may be reached at: Evelyn M. Turner, LCSW – 917-324-1033 or evelyntinez@aol.com. Write me at: Evelyn M. Turner, 2nd Vice President, Riverbay Board of Directors - 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

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either be hand delivered to the legal department or postmarked by May 18, 2016 in order to be counted. To publicize the remaining two Candidates’ Forums, prominent notices have been placed throughout the community, and also on the Riverbay crawler, as a reminder to shareholders of the events and their importance. The 2016 Election rules state that if a candidate cannot attend the forum, s/he can provide the Election Committee with a reason why and, with the permission of the candidate, the Chair of the Election Committee may announce that reason to the attendees of the forum. This year, shareholders are voting for five candidates for 3-year terms of service on the Riverbay Board, and one candidate who will be sworn in to complete the final year of Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owen’s 3-year term following his resignation in early March. Therefore, six candidates will be selected this year for seats on the board – the first five for 3year terms and the sixth place winner who will serve one year. The candidates in this year’s field include four incumbent directors seeking re-election and seven additional shareholders, some running for the first time and some who have run in the past. In the order in which their names will appear on the ballot on Wednesday, May 18, the contenders are Kevin Lambright, Frank Belcher, Claudia Sampson, Stanley Frere, Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Linda Drax-Werner, Tony Illis, Marie Smith, Leslie Peterson and Andrea Leslie. The order in which the candidates’ names will appear on the ballot was determined by random drawing on

Tuesday, April 12 at the Candidates’ Meeting when the shareholders who qualified this year to run for the Riverbay Board were officially certified. Any shareholder of record as of April 4, 2016 is eligible to vote in this year’s Board election. Beginning last Saturday, April 23, the first of three consecutive election supplements was published in the Co-op City Times in which each candidate is given space to place a candidate’s statement outlining their qualifications for the position of Riverbay Board Director and their views on issues facing the community, as well as a free ¼ page ad. (The second election supplement is published on pages 29-37 in this issue.) Following the publication of the final election supplement on May 7, shareholders will cast their votes on Wednesday, May 18th for the candidate(s) of their choice. Voting will be conducted by voting machines in building lobbies from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. After the polls close on May 18th, the tallies will be counted after 9 p.m. in room 31 of the Bartow Community Center. A recount of the votes, if necessary, will be conducted on Thursday, May 26. The final official results of the election will be posted in the three community centers the next day and published

in the Saturday, May 28th issue of the Co-op City Times. After the results are certified, the six top vote getters in this year’s election will be sworn in as new members of the Riverbay Board of Directors on Thursday, June 2nd and begin serving their terms. Candidates and their supporters may slip approved campaign literature under apartment doors between the hours of 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. In order for campaign literature to be considered proper for public posting, it must include the name, address or post office box of the person or organization issuing the literature. Campaign handouts are also permitted. In accordance with the election rules and regulations governing campaign conduct, candidates are not allowed to post campaign signs, posters, gummed stickers and other campaign material in Co-op City except on personal property. In addition, campaign flyers cannot be posted in commercial establishments within the community. Any shareholder who comes across any illegally posted campaign flyers may take them down and also report the violation to the Election Committee, in care of the Riverbay Legal Department at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

ABSENTEE BALLOTS For an absentee ballot to vote in the May 18th Riverbay Board of Directors election, please call the Legal Department at 718-320-3300, x3326. You may also visit the receptionist in the Adminstration Office.

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

Cooperators With Vision Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Andrea Leslie Linda Drax-Werner, Kevin Lambright, Claudia Sampson Continue Accomplishments Under Taylor’s Leadership • Increase cash reserve from $900,000 (2014) to $15 Million (Current)

• Electronic/paperless carrying charge payments • Lowest crime rate/lowest move-out rate • Televised board meetings • Co-op City functioned while the rest of the city was shut down during two blizzards We Pledge to ... • Instill cooperative spirit

• Bring Riverbay into 21st Century • Install state-of-the-art lobby doors/upgrade lobbies • Upgrade store fronts Vote for a better future. Vote por un futuro mejor.

Wednesday, May 18, 2016, 6AM - 9PM RE-Elect: Sonia Feliciano, Andrea Leslie, Bernard Cylich Elect: Linda Drax-Werner, Kevin Lambright, Claudia Sampson

Another increase for next year? Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

We just received an increase in June of last year. And, now, the president of our board, Cleve Taylor, stated in a recent column that, "a 3% carrying charge increase will be needed in July 2017." Too Much, Too Soon Last year, some of our directors tried everything to stop a 4.5 percent carrying charge increase and a 10 percent parking fee increase from getting approved. In one article, Director Leah Graham stated that she was waiting for a response, "for departmental budget reductions of 10% without affecting quality of service." Then, pointing to overtime, she stated that the costs for a previous 9-month period was $669,000. "I will not support any significant carrying charge increase." Similarly, I wanted us to make some significant cuts to our budget. And, all of my suggestions were printed in this paper. But, our board disregarded these suggestions and voted for these increases. During this time, lots of cooperators were very angry at several directors on our board. "How could they do this to our community? People are not going to be able to stay here." Here are the names of the directors that voted yes for these increases: Linda Berk, Bernard Cylich, Bill Gordon, Othelia Jones, Andrea Leslie, Cleve Taylor, and Evelyn Turner. And, here are the names of the directors that voted no for these increases: Leah Graham, Daryl Johnson, Leslie Peterson, and Al Shapiro. Director Francine Jones abstained from voting. (An abstention should be counted as a no vote.) Former Director Khalil Abdul-Wahhab was absent for the vote. And, former Director Reverend Calvin Owens was absent for this meeting. Now, how do you feel about those two increases that we had last year? What do you think about the possibility of receiving another 3 percent increase

next year? In my opinion, these increases are not good for this community. The Type of Management We Need I am in agreement with HCR and HUD in their demand for us to bring in a full-service management company. This management company needs to be strong and look out for our best interests. Above all, they need to review why we have 1,068 employees here. Next, they need to look at our operations. Why are good floors being pulled up in our vacant apartments? Why do we give out expensive vouchers to new cooperators so that they can get flooring from just one store? Then, they need to look at the operations of the power plant and our other departments. Why were so many questionable change orders made and approved? What about the failed construction projects at our malls? Bottom line: We need to work with HCR and HUD to get a full-service management company in here immediately. Welcome to Co-op City I would like to welcome these new Public Safety officers to Co-op City: Vylinda Adorno, Augustus Augustin, Anthony Bello, Terence Childrey, Clifton Diaz, Dannel Hanley, Arnaldo Lopez, Carlos Maldonado, Timothy McQuillar, Neil Neazer, Shamel Pitt, and Victoria Royal. Our Public Safety force has been doing a good job of holding down crime in this community. Just recently, there was a high-profile case of a 103-year-old cooperator that was pushed down and robbed of several belongings. Our officers worked with the NYPD and they arrested a suspect the next day. One publication stated the suspect involved in this case pleaded not guilty to the crime. Another big case involved a group of about 10 individuals that went after a deliveryman on Co-op City Boulevard on January 28. At the same time, Public Safety Officer Lee had just left a garage and saw this group of suspects knock down this deliveryman. Public Safety Captain James Keappock stated that Lee, "summoned backup and pursued the suspects." Thereafter, with the brave actions of Lee and our other officers, two suspects were arrested. Similarly, there are lots of other cases that I can cite.

But, the point is that our officers are fulfilling their mission to "protect and serve with excellence and enhance the quality of life within the community." I want to thank these new officers for joining our police force and I want to thank all of our officers for their good work. Section 5 Incidents There have been recent reports of our residents being accosted by criminals as they were walking home from the Pelham Bay station to Section 5. In one incident, a male was allegedly robbed by two men as he was walking home. Other criminal reports are currently under investigation. Please consider taking a bus or a cab if you're coming home from any train station near this community. Also, please understand that our officers cannot be everywhere at every time. But, they sure can help you if something happens to you. So, please program your phone to call our Public Safety Department immediately at 718-671-3050 if you need assistance. Angled Parking - Park Properly Please go channel 591 and see the message that's posted about angled parking. This message encourages everyone to please park properly within the white lines for angled parking. The NYPD will issue a summons to you if you fail to heed their warning. Close If you read the bylaws, you'll see that this community has power over this board. So, the community can control what goes on here. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a letter to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylh johnson@optonline.net (There are absolutely no problems with this email address. So, please double-check the spelling of this address if your message bounces back to you.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Board of Directors’ Meeting - April 27, 2016 Second Reading - Resolution #16-18 SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Bill Gordon BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: April 27th, 2016

WHEREAS, on October 1, 2012 Genial Management, Inc. requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for premises at 2063A Bartow Avenue (3,391 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used as a multi-specialty office with general surgery; and WHEREAS, Genial Management, Inc. requests a Consent to Assignment pursuant to the terms of the

lease, to assign the lease to Statcare PLLC; and WHEREAS, the credit report resulted in no negative findings; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease assignment for the premises at 2063A Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, by Genial Management Inc., Assignor, to Statcare PLLC, Assignee, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as

Second Reading - Resolution #16-20

SUBMITTED BY: Leslie Peterson & Linda Berk SECONDED BY: Bill Gordon BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: April 27th, 2016

WHEREAS, Sprinkle Stars Twinkle, Inc. has requested a new lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 100 Erskine Place, (2,564 sq. ft.) Bronx, New York, to be used as a universal pre-k program; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is ten years with

four month rent concession + one five year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 100 Erskine Place, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Sprinkle Stars Twinkle, Inc., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution

Second Reading - Resolution #16-21 SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Bill Gordon BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: April 27th, 2016

WHEREAS, Dr. Ofer Cohen has requested a new lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 100 Alcott Place, Unit B (955 sq. ft.) Bronx, New York, to be used for practice of dentistry; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is five years with

one five year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 100 Alcott Place, Unit B, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Dr. Ofer Cohen, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution

submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation. YES: Atkins, Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Gordon, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Peterson, Saunders, Taylor, Turner, Williams ABSENT FOR VOTE: Graham, Leslie PASSED #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation. YES: Atkins, Berk, Cylich, Gordon, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Peterson, Taylor, Turner, Williams NO: Feliciano, Saunders ABSENT FOR VOTE: Graham, Leslie PASSED #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation. YES: Atkins, Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Gordon, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Peterson, Saunders, Taylor, Turner, Williams ABSENT FOR VOTE: Graham, Leslie PASSED

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

Cooperadores con Visión Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Andrea Leslie Linda Drax-Werner, Kevin Lambright, Claudia Sampson Seguir logros de cumplimiento bajo el liderazgo de Taylor • Aumentamos las reservas de la cooperativa de $900,000 (2014) a 15 millones (actual)

• Realización de pagos electrónicos de carga sin papel • Más baja tasa de criminalidad / más baja tasa de desocupación • Reuniones de la junta televisados • Co-op City funcionó mientras que el resto de la ciudad fue cerrado durantes dos tormentas invernales

Nos comprometemos a… • Inculcar el espíritu de cooperación

• Llevar a Riverbay al siglo 21 • Instalar puertas nuevas en la entrada/actualizar vestíbulos con los ultimo en tecnología • Modernizar las fachadas de las tiendas comerciales Vote por un futuro mejor El miércoles, 18 de mayo 2016 desde la 6 a.m. hasta las 9 p.m. Reelegir a Sonia Feliciano, Andrea Leslie, Bernard Cylich Elegir a Linda Drax-Werner, Kevin Lambright, Claudia Sampson

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

Director’s Viewpoint

Leah Graham

I would like to take the time to congratulate those shareholders who picked up a petition and were certified as a candidate to run in this year’s Riverbay Board of Directors Election. Although, it is hard work, it is a rewarding experience to serve as a representative for your community. I have been your Board director for the past five years and have advocated for a few quality of life improvements, such as supporting the lobby door ADA renovations in Bldg. 15, providing two full budget suggestions to share the cost of last year’s 4.5% carrying charge increase, supporting all efforts for the HUD-back loan to keep Co-op City an affordable community, etc. On several occasions, while in travel with my job, I joined meetings from my hotel room and even used vacation days to attend meetings; all in keeping with my Board duties, not just for me, but for the entire community. As a director, my goal is to help keep our community a beautiful and affordable place. I look forward to partnering with the directors you elect on May 18, 2016. For those who picked up a petition and for whatever the reason, were not certified, please use that experience as a lesson learned so you can run next year. Shareholders are always looking for that “right” voice to represent all the people in this community. Please do not be discouraged. Can We Move On On April 5, 2016, the majority Board, who, in my opinion, paid careful attention to the language in our By-laws, my dedication as your Board director and facts regarding my personal circumstances, rejected the resolution to remove me from the Board. It is humbling to know the majority Board of Directors are aware of my passion, contribution and hard work for this community. These directors know I will not sway on issues that are proper and important to you. We all face challenges in life and the

Congratulations!

majority Board understood just that. Again, I say thank you to the Board Directors who voted against emergency resolution 16-28: Helen Atkins, Bill Gordon, Daryl Johnson, Francine Jones, Leslie Peterson, and also Junius Williams, who too was very supportive. Please know, I did not receive “notice” from the President or VP concerning my attendance. I was present at Board meetings in April 2015, May 2015, July 2015, Aug. 2015, Sept. 2015, Nov. 2015 Dec. 2015 and March 2016 and not one time was there any conversation with me regarding my attendance or lack thereof. I became aware of this concern on April 4, 2016, when the resolution was sent to remove me. Several say the attempt to remove me was only because of my participation during the April 1, 2016 conference call with HUD and my support for a management company. On April 13, 2016, there was a Board business meeting to discuss the Management solicitation and possible donation of a Trolley car. Again, without any notice, the Board VP asked the Board Secretary to read a letter from the Board President in an attempt to discredit my character, as far as I’m concerned. I believe the letter was in poor taste, unsubstantiated and did not represent the true meaning of our entire Board and its handling of your affairs. Differences of Opinion Despite our differences of opinion, we should, as a Board, work together based on our common humanities, ideas, and things that unify us for the good of the community. In my professional opinion, to behave in any other way is unprofessional and counterproductive. Have you read some of the viewpoints in last week’s paper? I need say no more. Yes, I opposed last year’s carrying charge increase and yes, I expect us to comply with hiring a management company until HUD says otherwise. If that means I will continue to be bullied and harassed, so be it…I will always take a stand in the best interest of all people in this community. I have no agenda. Community Expectations Shareholders in this community have paid attention,

understand what’s going on, and for the most part, are pleased. With that being said, shareholders expect their Board directors to deal with situations and business matters ethically, equitably and not in a manner that is an embarrassment to our community. Many shareholders expect the Board to hire a qualified management company. Several are not comfortable being in non-monetary default status, with the unknown consequences of not complying with our lending parties. I too am very concerned. Back to Business Per the language in our HUD-back loan agreement and in the April 5, 2016 letter from the HUD Regional office, we are expected to hire a Third Party Management company to run the day-to-day operations of our $200+ million corporation. It is expected that we keep to the original contract solicitation we developed in 2014 and vote on the two remaining management companies based on their technical competencies. We deserve the best for our city within a city and should move forward to hire as planned. I remain hopeful that we will complete this process, finalize a successful contract arrangement and consider a post-award conference. A good contract structure could serve as a baseline for creating objectives and goals that are specific, measurable and asks the five “W” questions (what, why, who, where & which). Co-op City would then be in compliance with the very HUD-backed loan that kept our community affordable. VETO Carrion? I do not know nor have I ever met Adolfo Carrion. My only concern is maintaining the integrity of this management contract process and not the person; contracts ethics matter. During our April 13, 2016 Board meeting, Counsel reminded the Board of our solicitation process to hire a management company. Closing I will continue to work with my Board colleagues to enhance the quality-of-life and services you deserve. I am very interested in hearing from you and can be reached at 347-913-4224 or riverbaydirectorlg@gmail.com.

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.

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted. HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted. We participate in Postal Workers, Mail Handlers, Letter Carriers, Verizon Workers, 1199, GHI, Blue Shield, Empire Plan, Medicare, Travelers, United Health Care and many other union and major medical plans. Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

Next Defensive Driving class The next Black Forum defensive driving course will be Saturday, May 14, Room 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 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. Black Forum Aerobics and Zumba It’s time to get in shape, get healthy and feel healthy. Body by Andrea’s aerobics classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursday. Classes are in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 3208035. Nominal fee for each class. Black Forum’s Lyons Mane Track Club Lyons Mane Track Club is now indoors in the Dreiser Auditorium. Register now by calling (718) 320-8035.

Building 27 Association

Greetings, neighbors, and happy spring. We as a community are so blessed to be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery of nature that surrounds Co-op City, a special thanks to our ground keepers. The association thanks one and all for their dues of $5 per apartment. If one missed paying the $5 dues, we will still accept payments, check the bulletin board to contact the association. Game Night - Friday, April 29th, Bingo from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Light refreshments; our neighbors are welcome to join us. Affidavit – Are due April 30, 2016. Make sure your AGI (adjusted gross income) from your tax return is annotated on your affidavit to avoid any discrepancies with Riverbay. Tax Season – ALERT – The SCAMMERS have stepped up their threatening phone calls, (IRS has filed a lawsuit against you and to call about the case file). I REPEAT, do not call the PHONE NUMBER GIVEN. Stay alert. If you receive mail from the IRS, to make sure it is legitimate, take it to the IRS office located at 1200 Waters Place right here in the Bronx. Email? Do not bother to open, go to the office, PLEASE. We are hearing about scams all on the TV and radio, so please take heed. Gospel Cruise - Please join us on the SPIRIT OF NEW YORK in the New York Harbor on Saturday, June 11. Departing at 10 a.m. SHARP - return approximately 3 p.m. in front of Einstein Loop Community Center. The cost is $110 per person. We will accept cash, check, and money orders. Final payment in full - April 29th. There will be a LUNCH-STYLE BUFFET consisting of salads, roasted Salmon & Tilapia, maple & mustard glazed pork loin, herb roast chicken, baked ziti, roasted broccoli and desserts, sounds good to me. For further information, please contact Margie at (718) 379-4629 or Sharon at (718) 671-1905 (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Don't miss it!!! The bus is filling up, get your full payment in. Happy birthday to all in the month of April. Please keep our sick and shut-in in prayer. Please share with the Sunshine Committee, Ms. Lydia Rondon, by calling her at (718) 583-3040 if a neighbor in our building is ill, home-bound, celebrating birthdays, or observing bereavement. Ms. Rondon will respond on behalf of the bldg. association. Let’s hope for better things to come by keeping our Board members and management in prayer for this is our home, building and comm-unity. Pray for leaders of the nations. —H. Overman

BE SURE TO VOTE!

Riverbay Board elections Wednesday, May 18, 2016. 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. in your building lobby.

Black Forum

Youth ages 8-18. Practice on Mondays & Wednesdays. Sound Off, Co-op City, coming soon We will be starting Sound Off, Co-op City, for all cooperators to express themselves on the issues facing our community. Meetings will be held once or twice a month. More to follow. If interested, please call (718) 320-8035. Volunteers needed We need male and female volunteers, 2 hours a day, preferably Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m., flexibly. Especially need men who live in close proximity. 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 Building 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. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 in the 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) 3208035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com or tonyshome10475@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call or visit us, Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

Donizetti Building 4 Association

Happy Mother’s Day. Meeting At our April meeting, we were honored to have as our guest, Mr. Edgar Perez, Director of Restoration. We thank him for giving an update of repairs Our next meeting will be on Thursday, May 12th at 7:30 p.m. in the association room in the rear of 4B. We will have as our guest speaker Ms. Sheena McNeil, Director for the Sales Department. Stop down to ask questions and learn what our succession rights are as shareholders. What are the waiting periods for new move-ins? Dues If you missed us during our collection period, we have placed envelopes under your doors. If you would like to pay the 2016 annual membership dues, the cost is still $5 per household. Please return envelopes ASAP. Building 4A should be returned to S. Jackson, apt. 2F; Building 4B should be returned to Y. Burrus, apt. 5C and Building 4C should be returned to M. McCoy, apt. 13E. You may also place them under the association room door in rear of 4B. Monies collected during this drive and other fundraisings sponsored by our building goes toward things, such as the Easter event mentioned above, our annual Halloween Party and our summer outdoor Ice

Cream Social. Your contributions help with our holiday decorations and also help to fund (2) $500 scholarship awards to our building high school seniors on their way to college. Trip Please join us for our first fundraiser of 2016. We are planning a fun-filled 4 hour cruise along the Jersey coastline on the New Jersey Cornucopia Princess with an all you can eat buffet luncheon. After the cruise, you will be able to do a little shopping at the Jersey Garden Outlet. The scheduled day for this fundraiser is Saturday, August 20. The cost is $125, which includes round-trip transportation from 120 Donizetti Place (Bldg. 4B). For more information, call Yvonne, (718) 671-6922; Diane, (347) 275-7565, or Mary, (718) 671-0425. Be cautious when entering your building. Do not allow strangers to enter your building with you and do not open doors for people you do not know. Stay alert of your surroundings and to who you get on an elevator with. Congratulations to all those celebrating a birthday or other occasion in April. Get well wishes are extended to the sick and shut-in. We send our condolences to those who have lost a loved one. Remember, this is our home; “If you see something, say something.” —Yvonne Burrus (DW)

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

CCPD Graduates work in order to make arrests that result in successful prosecution by her office. Riverbay Human Resources Director Inelle T.M. Cooper reminded the officers of the assistance that her office is prepared to offer and Public Safety’s long time chaplain Rev. Calvin Owens told the new officers that he would also be there for them to attend to whatever spiritual advice they may need in the coming years. Director Saunders read a message from Riverbay President Cleve Taylor, who could not attend due to a prior business commitment. In the prepared advice to the new officers, President Taylor recalled his days as a New York City firefighter in saying: “My old fire captain once told me: drill every day, practice every day, read every day. Under stress, you will only remember 10% of what you have learned but that 10% will bring you home.” Saunders added to Taylor’s message by telling a story of how Public Safety officers once came to the aid of his wife as she was being harassed many years ago and added that he has lived here with his family for 38 years and plans to remain here for the rest of his life partly because of the protection provided to the community by the Department of Public Safety. The Public Safety graduation ceremonies were the first to be held here since September of last year. The twelve new officers are: Vylanda AdornoMarrero; Augustus Augustin; Anthony Bello; Terence Childrey; Clifton Diaz; Dannell Hanley; Arnaldo Lopez; Carlos Maldonado; Timothy McQuiller; Neil Neazer; Shamel Pitt; and Victoria Lynne Royal. These 12 were chosen out of more than 400 who applied for the position. Officer Lynn Royal was honored as the class valedictorian and Officer Arnaldo Lopez was presented with the class’s Community Leadership Award. The ceremonies also included a lengthy video documenting the ten-week training period and focusing on what each new officer thought of community policing and what they felt they could bring to the community to make a positive contribution Lt. Shelda Williams, the Department of Public Safety’s Training Director who led and oversaw all of the ten weeks of extensive training for the new officers, served as the Master of Ceremonies for the two-

Co-op City’s Josephine Collins laid to rest Josephine Collins was someone special - she gave, she shared, she showed that she cared and she made life so special for others. Josephine Grant Wright Collins, (Chinnie) was born in Sylvania, Georgia, January l, 1929 to parent, Annie Mae Vinson Washington. At an early age, her mother moved to Bartow, Florida, Josephine Collins where Josephine attended the public school system; she played baseball and basketball. When her mother joined the Baptist Church, Josephine joined with her, was baptized and later joined the Youth Usher Board and Chair. Later, her mother moved to Lakeland, Florida where Josephine finished her schooling, and upon graduation, and with a profession selected, she became involved in the Senior and Children Service of Lakeland. There, she met and married her husband, (Continued on page 42)

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hour program which was followed by lunch for family, friends and invited guests. Public Safety’s Commander, Chief Frank Apollo, said in addressing the new officers that God will not allow any person to be kept from fulfilling their destiny. He added that it is their destiny to be officers of Public Safety is to serve and protect the people of Co-op City and to follow the goal of the Riverbay Public Safety Department to be a community oriented police force that is a model for other police forces to follow as law enforcement agen- The Public Safety class of 2016 with their dedicated trainer, Lt. Shelda Williams. The 12 new officers will begin their service to the community on cies throughout the nation now try Monday. to make community service their priority. Apollo said that Public Safety has been doing professional conduct,” the captain said. it right all along. “Make sure you leave an indelible Chief Apollo said in the days before the graduation ceremonies: “I am looking forward to the new officers mark of goodness, honest and high integrity in this beginning their careers. They will be a great asset to community you serve,” the Chief advised the community, supplementing the existing manpower Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison advised in fighting crime and maintaining a good quality of the officers to be ambassadors for the community life. because in the course of performing their daily duties, Lt. Williams said that this recent class, aside from he said they are much more likely “to help a person up the material featured in other training programs, have rather than chase someone down.” put a renewed emphasis on community relations, courCaptain James Keappock said: “I congratulate this tesy and carrying out patrol duties in a professional class and welcome them to the ranks of the Public caring manner. Safety Department. We continue to maintain excelThe training also includes four days of classes in lence in training and focus on our relationship with the first aid and CPR, and training in the proper use of community. This class will help a great deal in body cameras now worn by each officer. addressing quality of life issues now that we are In their first weeks on the job, the new officers will approaching the summer. I also congratulate Lt. be assigned to patrol both day and night shifts with Williams and Officer Steven Grosvenor in getting this experienced Public Safety officers to gain first-hand class trained.” knowledge of the community and then will be added The Captain, who serves as Chief of Patrol Services to the regular patrol shift schedule. for the Department and was the department’s Director Apollo explained that the 12 new officers come of Training before his promotion in 2014, told the new from a variety of backgrounds, many involving prior officers to always be aware of their surroundings, be experience with law enforcement. “I think they will diligent and look out for one another because the first each bring something different to the department and priority for everyone is to go home safe at the end of each will make a special contribution in their own each tour. “Be vigilant, stay alert, always back up your way,” the chief said. fellow officers and distinguish yourself with pride and

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Health News Montefiore caregiver support center celebrates 5 year anniversary BY MONTEFIORE’S CAREGIVER SUPPORT TEAM

Feeling like you are falling apart while sitting in a hallway chair looking up as people walk by and wishing you had someone to talk to is an eerie but familiar feeling for too many people sitting in a hospital with a loved one. Five years ago, when Montefiore Health System opened the Arthur D. Emil Caregiver Support Center, the goal was that no caregiver would experience that feeling again. Since opening its doors, the center has recruited 30 volunteers, many of whom are former Montefiore patients or who had loved ones cared for at Montefiore and had firsthand experience with the center. Volunteers are from a host of

different cultural backgrounds to represent the diversity of the patient community. Volunteers are trained to take the initiative to seek out individuals who are in need of support and to help them take care of themselves while advocating for their loved ones. The only center of its kind in NewYork City, Montefiore’s Caregiver Support Center has provided emotional support and practical assistance to several thousand caregivers in an oasis like setting within its hospitals. “The family is the unit of care,” said Randi L. Kaplan, LMSW, Director, the Caregiver Support Center. “Our center was established so that trained volunteers and staff members throughout the

hospital help people handle the stress, anxieties and challenges of providing care to a loved one.” “My sister came from Mexico to help take care of me,” said Aurelia Suchilt, a liver transplant survivor and Caregiver Support Center volunteer. “She spoke so highly about the wraparound support that the caregiver center provided that I wanted to give back and provide that same support to someone else in need.” Montefiore’s experienced staff supports a wide range of caregiver needs, from listening to their concerns and connecting the caregiver to wider resources within both the hospital and community. Montefiore opened its first center at its main campus in April, 2011. As

Montefiore continued to grow, it opened its second Caregiver Support Center at the Jack D. Weiler campus in 2014. The distinct style of training at the center and compassionate staff at Montefiore has been recognized nationally by the Caregiver Action Network, the nation’s leading family caregiver organization, as one of the "25 Best Practices in Patient and Family Engagement." Volunteers were also honored last month by the United Hospital Fund at its 23rd Annual Hospital Auxilian and Volunteer Achievement Awards. To get more information on how to become a volunteer at the Caregiver Support Center, visit www.montefiore.org/ caregiversupport or call 718-920-8080.

(Montefiore Health System is a premier academic health system and the University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Montefiore delivers coordinated, compassionate, science-driven care where, when and how patients need it most. The health system derives its inspiration for excellence from its patients and community, and continues to be on the frontlines of developing innovative approaches to care. Montefiore has two locations in Co-op City: 2100 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475; and 115 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475.)

Debs Place Townhouse Association The May meeting of the Debs Place Townhouse Association will take place on Thursday, May 12, in room 1 of the Dreiser Community Center. The meeting will begin at 7 p.m. We had a good turnout at the April meeting when we met with Alberto Velazquez, our Grounds Department Supervisor. Our members were able to point out to him those areas of our townhouse court that they felt needed special attention and he promised to personally investigate and take measures to improve them. Mr. Velazquez also announced that Grounds would be planting flowers just after Mother’s Day. He had previously shown that he was one who would be

around often to examine trouble spots in our area and to deal with them in a satisfactory manner. We are looking forward to further beautification efforts as Spring progresses. In the Business portion of the May meeting, our Executive Committee was enlarged with the addition of Nadine Sapia as Vice President for the ‘A’ apartments and Linda Valentine as Vice President for the ‘B’ apartments. Both Vice Presidents will be representing us at the 45th Precinct Community Council Breakfast on Wednesday morning, May 11th, at the Villa Barone Manor. We urge our members to exercise their voting privileges in the Riverbay

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship in Co-op 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 Thursday, 7 p.m. The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meets immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month. 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, May 1, when we will celebrate The Sixth Sunday of Easter. Our Supply Priest, Father Simeon Johnson, will be the preacher and celebrant. Fundraising Events Saturday, April 30, the ECW will be sponsoring a day trip to Pindar Vineyards in North Fork, L.I. for wine tasting, a

delicious sit-down luncheon at the Cooperage Inn Restaurant, and discount shopping at the famous Tanger Outlets. Donation: $105 per person. A few seats are still available. Please call the church at 718-320-0844. Deluxe Motor Coach leaves from Dreiser Loop at 9:00 a.m. In celebration of St. Joseph’s Day, raffle tickets are now available. First prize, $300; 2nd Prize, $150, and 3rd Prize, $75. The tickets are $1 each and $5 for a book of 6. Drawing takes place on May 15. Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate. It is also time to check out your closet and donate slightly used, clean summer clothes. For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http:// www.stjosephsepcbronx.org. “Let the peoples praise you, O God; *let all the peoples praise you.” — (Psalm 67:3) —M. Chambers

Board Election which will take place on Wednesday, May 18. Once again, our townhouse residents will be voting by voting machine in the lobby of Building 8. We hope that everyone had the oppor-

tunity to attend at least one candidates’ forum or, at least, watch some of the televised footage and, in addition, read the candidate statements that were published in the Co-op Times. —Nels Grumer

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Building 32 Association Bake Sale: Saturday, June 11 is the date for our fundraiser Bake Sale. Bake, purchase, or donate funds so that our event will be a success. Whatever you do will be greatly appreciated. We are fortunate to have great bakers in our building and we are hoping that more of you will decide to share your talents with us, or experiment with a willing audience. Nothing tastes as good as home-baked cookies, cake and brownies. Dues: Dues collection is ongoing.

The annual fee is $5. Help our building association stay viable by joining. Very Last Call: Saturday, May 14 is the date for our fundraiser trip to Foxwoods Casino and 80+ outlet stores on the premises. You pay the nominal sum of $30 and get back $10 in casino play and $10 in food credits; this brings your cost to $10. There will be snacks, movies and a fifty-fifty on the bus. We are leaving from Einstein Loop, across from Garage #7 at 8:30 a.m. There will be stops in Dreiser and Asch Loop on

our return. Checks and money orders should be made out to Building 32 Association. Don't forget your I.D., which the casino requires for you to obtain your bonuses. Contact Ms. E. Bailey at (718) 379-7754, 4180 Hutchinson River Pkwy., Apt. 10A, or Ms. D. Rankin at (718) 379-0910, 4160 Hutchinson River Pkwy. Apt. 10E. Theatre: Westchester Dinner Theatre on Thursday, October 20, matinee performance to see Saturday Night Fever. We have marvelous fourth row center

seats to see a show whose music and choreography has received rave reviews. The $80 charge for our fundraiser trip includes round trip transportation, a complete lunch with a choice of entrees from a new menu, all taxes and gratuities. You can pay in two installments, $40 due by June 10, and the remaining $40 due no later than September 10. Please send to Ms. Rankin, whose address appears above. —Lorna Smith

Building 9 Association Let's take time to commend our young people. I have had the pleasure of getting to know two of the politest young ladies in Building 9. They are the lovely daughters of Mr. Vaughn Moore: Miss Anyah (11) and Miss Brianna (8). They are always courteous. They are articulate. They are thoughtful and kind. They shared with me a pearl of rare wisdom (from ladies of such tender years). "When you have good manners, people will respect you." From the mouths of babes... let us all endeavor to employ their etiquette platform in our own day-to-day interpersonal exchanges. I would like to acknowledge and to thank Chief Frank Apollo of the CCPD for his graciousness and professionalism in making an extensive and thorough Safety & Security presentation before our association on Thursday, April 21st. Follow CCPD on Twitter.

The association room convector has been adjusted to create a more comfortable temperature-controlled environment for us. As of April 15th, we have replaced the old all-metal folding chairs in our association room with brand new folding chairs which have padded seats and backs for the comfort of our members. We got the 'Thumbs Up' from members Miss Daisy McCoy, Ms. Walker, Miss Eloise and Miss Helen. The new chairs are color-coordinated to accentuate our recently updated association room decor. Our makeover theme (including the update of our bulletin boards) is sophistication and cohesion which reflects our association motto of cooperation and inclusion. Thank you for your efforts and cooperation in promptly removing your items from the washers and dryers

From Broun Place Townhouse Association: Thank you to the Grounds Department for bringing in Martin. We wish him good luck and a long, successful tenure with Broun Place Townhouse cluster. Our next association meeting is May 19, in rm. 31, Bartow Community Center, from 7 p.m. Once again, the Grounds Department representative will be invited. Please plan to attend and be updated on the developments in Broun Place and Section 4. This week, we will attend two community organizations: Cooperators United and hopefully, Building and Grounds. We look forward to reporting on both in our next press release. Prepare your question(s) for the Grounds representative who attends our meeting. Please pick-up bottles and

papers. Dispose of garbage by putting it in the correct bin. Please don’t just leave it on the side of the compactor site. If you see anyone dumping house garbage in the smaller waste bins, report it. We are still awaiting a response regarding camera surveillance over our cul-de-sac! We need a surveillance camera on this area. We need eyes when there are no legs! With our Board election coming up, plan to vote. That is number one! Please also take the time, read the rules. Having a “Board of Directors” to undertake quality of life decisions was mandated in the original structure of Co-op City, a Mitchell-Lama, New York State middle income housing development. We are thankful for the televising of the candidate dialogs. Listen carefully; understand no one member controls the Board. Also,

upon completion of their cycle. Keep up the good work! Please ensure that your children and visitors do not walk across the grass and trample our beautiful flower beds; also that your children and visitors do not litter in our hallways, elevators, lobbies, walkways, garages and streets. Our Paint Party will be held Saturday, April 30th, 7 p.m. $20 pp. Please arrive on time. Our next General Meeting will be Thursday, May 19th, 7 p.m. Presentation by the Amalgamated Bank Financial Literacy Team. Our May Social Event, The Spoken Word, will be Saturday, May 21st at 7 p.m. Share a poem, short story, joke, etc. Our Bake Sale will be Saturday, June 11th, 12-6 p.m. in our association room. Foxwoods Casino & Outlet Shopping Bus Ride will be Saturday,

July 30th, Tickets: $50pp. 2 payments: $25pp each DUE NO LATER THAN: 5/15 and 6/15. Newport Playhouse Dinner Theater & Cabaret Show Bus Ride will be Saturday, August 13th. It's a great way to impress your date. Tickets: $110pp (3 payments: $30 due by 5/15, $40 due by 6/15 and $40 due by 7/15) For additional information, see our flyers on your designated bulletin boards and our advertisements in the Co-op City Times. The Event Committee members will be stationed in our lobbies on Monday and Wednesday evening to accept payments for the upcoming bus rides. Please support your Building 9 Association as we endeavor to support you. Until next time, be well. —Linda Collins

Broun Place Townhouse Association we are equal to each other. Everyone went through the same process to be a cooperator. Co-op City’s infrastructure was built prior and opened in 1968. It wasn’t meant to support individual satellite TV dishes, washers and dryers. However, Co-op City has emergency services, maintenance, private public safety, great tot-lots, our own newspaper, and much more. It is our job to maintain and improve, through our Board, our quality of life. Councilperson King announced his senior trolley proposal a while ago. Seniors could use this for local accessibility. It is just local; it will not interfere with MTA services. Because it is local, it will make it easier to travel section to section. The notion that that will reduce purchase of senior MetroCards is ridiculous. That

is like saying the MTA should be against “Access-a-ride.” Alert – Scam phone calls and mail scammers have increased. Never give personal information over the phone. Enroll in the “Do Not Call” list to protect yourself. Reminder when shopping, ladies keep your handbag in front of you, closed! Donations bins for gently used household and clothing items are available by our garages. If you see items dropped next to the bins, give the vendor a call to come and pick up. Please report road issues to #3-1-1 and Bronx Community Planning Board 10. It is at 3165 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461; Phone: 718-892-1161, Email: bx10@cb.nyc.gov. Spring has finally arrived, enjoy! —Eva Lazaar

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Co-op City Sports Velocity Track Club New York Velocity Track Club New York studentathletes competed in their first 2016 outdoor track & field meet on Sunday, April 24th. After the indoor nationals, we took a month off to allow our children to clear their heads mentally and heal their body physically. Plus, it gave them additional time to focus on their school work. We only had two weeks of practice after the break, but that didn’t stop our children from earning medals, and, more importantly, break their Personal Record (PR), at the 2016 Youth Challenge Series – New York Relays at Ichan Stadium, where most of the top teams throughout Velocity Track Club’s student-athletes at the Youth Challenge Series. New York were. Medals were given out with a jump of 3.37 meters. Her jump broke a 4 year to the top 3 athletes in their event/gender & division. old meet record. Our children were able to muscle out 8 medals, and • In the boys 8 & under division, Pierce Parker, who most importantly, we had athletes PR’ed, plus some is known for the 800 & 1500 meters, in which he won did well in an event that they never competed in indoor national medals, showed us that he can sprint before. too. He took 2nd place in the 400 meters, breaking his The following athletes who performed well in an personal record. event that they never competed in before are: • In our boys 8 & under division, Dillon Hampton, • In the girls 9 & 10 division, Tiara Jackson ran the who won indoor national medals in the 800 & 1500 3000 meters race for the 1st time, 7½ laps around the meters, and only practiced long jump 1 time. At the track. She is an indoor national medalist in the Race Youth Challenge, he took 5th place. Walk and she is now letting everyone know she can run • In the Girls 9 & 10 division, Jada Clark who only too. She took 2nd place in the 3000 meter race. practiced long jump 1 time, took 5th place. • In the same division, Olyvia Burrell, continues her The athletes who medaled or PR’ed are: long jump winning streak. She is the AAU Outdoor • Our top performer, Brianna Burrell. She competed National Champion, Indoor USATF National Champion in the girls 8 & under division and won 2 medals. She and now the Youth Challenge series #2 Champion. • In the girls 11 & 12 division, Hannah Gadpaille is took 3rd in the 200 meters and 1st in the long jump

showing signs of being one of the best. She took 3rd place in the 400 meters, earning her a bronze medal. • Ten year old Dontae Lindo, a bronze medalist in the indoor nationals, showed that competing against athletes who are 12 years old can’t stop him from earning a medal. He muscled out a bronze medal in the boys’ 11 & 12 years old division 3000 meter race. • In the boys 13 & 14 year old division, Trevor James got everyone’s attention by running the 400 meters in 1:01 minute. This is a big PR and we are expecting big times from him. • In the girls 15 & 16 division, Nariah Mathis, who is a Colgate Women’s Game finalist and indoor national medalist, continues her streak. She ran her personal best in the 400 meters, plus won a bronze medal in the 200 meters race. Great job to all athletes, who, with just two weeks of practice, after a month off, all performed extremely well. Our next meet should be on Saturday, May 7th, the Tri-State Track & Field Meet in Camden, NJ. Come out and see your future olympians. Velocity Track Club New York is a 501 (c) 3 not for profit. One hundred percent of your donation will go to help our children. For additional information, you can go to our website, Velocitytrack.org, or contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or via email at watclt @aol.com. —Winston Dinkins

Building 33 Association Hello all…we will be having a building association meeting Tuesday, May 3rd at 7 p.m. Upcoming events Pokeno Night will be held on the following date: Thursday, May 12th. Events will be from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. in the associa-

Building 13 Association Participate in your community, read the Co-op City Times, attend the forums and don’t forget to vote on May 18, 2016 in your lobby. This is our community, so be a “cooperative cooperator.” Dispose of your garbage properly in the compactor room, follow recycling guidelines, do not litter in the elevator or around the building (or grounds in the community), if you have a service or comfort animal, follow the pooper scooper and leash laws, be courteous in the laundry room and remove clothes promptly and last, but not least, learn about your community, attend the association meetings. Sands Casino and Outlet Shopping (Pa.) Fund raiser - Saturday, May 14, leaving Bldg. 13 at 9:00 am and departing from the casino at 5:00 p.m. Cost: $50. (casino bonus - $30 slot play, $5 food voucher - subject to change). Soon, we will have the Summer Fun Day t-shirts on sale. They will be pre-sold and distributed prior to the date of the event, Saturday, June 18, 2016. YOGA classes are every Friday. Join us on Fridays from 7:15-8:15 p.m. in the association room. Cost $12 ($2 donated to the building). Do something for yourself that will bring you peace, comfort and relaxation. Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc., Inc. and mailed to Building 13 Assoc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. For information, contact Gail Sharbaan, Treasurer, at 718-671-3801. Also call 718-320-1370. Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at bthirteen.assoc@yahoo.com. As always, thanks for making our team work. —Adrienne Spivey

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American Legion Post 1871 Home to all who served Greetings to all of our Post members who are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery. Happy birthday to all of our members who will be celebrating their birthday this month. Our Post is always looking for new members to join, so if you are a veteran from any branch of the military, stop by and join. Bring your DD-214 with you. Post 1871 is located in Section 5 in the community center, 135 Einstein Loop, room 41. Our office telephone number is (718) 320-8165, and our email address is post1871@optimum.net. Memorial Day is a day to remember the fallen and those solders that returned home wounded along with being homeless too. Our Veterans deserve all that they can receive while home and in VA hospitals all over the country. For some of those who lost their lives in

all the wars from the civil wars to Iraq, the only thought that was in their minds was returning home to their families and helping their fellow comrades in the theater of war. Shall we call them a "Band of Brothers?" There is an old saying, that old men start wars and young men fight them. Today, we no longer have a draft. Our Armed services is an all "volunteer force." They fight for the love of their country and to stop the wars from reaching our shores. During the Vietnam War, each solder had to spend a year in a combat zone. Every solder on the front line could tell how many days they had to go before they would leave the front line and head back to the States. Of course some came back in body bags and some returned wounded to their families. These are some reasons why we celebrate Memorial Day, to give our Veterans and thank you for serving our country. But

we still have solders on the front line in Iraq who are doing a great job. After all, our Army is the best trained, best fed, well paid and have the best equipment to fight with. If you support our Veterans, come out and support them on this day. Someone gave our Post 20 free baseball tickets for a game. If you would like to go, contact Toba LaCrown as fast as you can. If you have raffle money, please turn in your money and if you need more raffles, we have them waiting for you too. Bad things that happen on Friday the 13th: Friday the 13th in October 1972, a plane crashed in the Andes. Twelve people died instantly, and survivors resorted to cannibalism. This information was provided to you by your post information officer. —Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

National Council of Negro Women NCNW maintains a field office in New York City, strategically located across the street from the grounds of the United Nations. This office serves the needs of New York State sections, affiliates and members, and provides NCNW with official permanent representation at the United Nations. Through this presence, NCNW provides millions of African American women with a voice in the dialogue of the global NGO community on issues, such as the Millennium Development Goals, and opportunities for representation at United Nations world conferences around the globe. All sections of National Council of Negro Women, Inc. in the State of New York are preparing for our 42nd Annual Bethune/Height Recognition Program on Saturday, May 21, at the Astoria World Manor, 25-22

Astoria Blvd., Astoria, New York. It is a great opportunity for us to meet and greet “Sisters in Council” from all over the state. It is also an opportunity for us as individual members to support our national office in Washington, DC by becoming Achievers or Life members or Legacy Life members. It is a very moving candlelit ceremony when members who have made an extra contribution are honored. We still have one spot available on our trip to Rome, Florence and Venice, Italy this September 1118. This perfect one-week vacation, seeing the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo’s David, private boat ride on the Venetian canals, St. Mark’s Square and Doges’ Palace and so much more is the chance of a lifetime to see places that you’ve only seen in movies or TV. For

more information, call: 718-320-2366 or 718-6559034 or 718-538-8606 for more information. Remember that May is the only month of the year when we have our membership meeting on the 3rd Sunday in deference to the 2nd Sunday being Mothers’ Day. At our Sunday, May 15th meeting in room 11, Dreiser Community Center, our Nominating Committee will again present the slate of officers for the next two years, 2016-2018 and ask for additional nominations from the floor. All nominees must be present and financially active. Voting for our officers will take place at our May membership meeting. Members, please come out to our May meeting so that by voting, you can help determine the direction of our section for the next two years. —Joyce Howard

African-American Association Our annual scholarship program is coming up faster than a New York minute. Stay tuned to see how you can participate. Our growing membership is a testament to the power of participation in our community. In case you didn’t notice, our organization is growing. As we near the end of Spring, we will start to see more and more people attending our meetings. Everyone seems to start to recognize the benefits of being there in the beginning and toward the end of each cycle. Only those who show up all year long really get to experience the magic of what we have to offer. Our next meeting will focus on healthy eating. Our special guest will shock you with information that you will get nowhere else, but could change the way you look at healthy eating. Are you ready? Are you ready to add another 20 years to your life expectancy? Then you need to be at our next meeting on May 12th. The association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation: Children’s Programs – For information about the early morning school drop-off program and the after school programs, call 718-379-5555. Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Classes have resumed on Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques. For more information, call 718-671-8364. Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. For a nominal fee, you will have fun and stay in shape. For more information, call Xonia, 646-301-9438. Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2. Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073. Music, Rhythm & Dance – Most Fridays 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15; most Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. Call Keith, 917-5616211. General Membership Meeting – The next meet-

ing will be on Thursday, May 12, at Dreiser Community Center, room #15. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please read our weekly column for updates. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25

for families to: African-American Association of Coop City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc/ Email us at: aaaccpower@gmail.com. —Ebony Lambright

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop The RETIREES’ 44th Annual LUNCHEON will be held on Wed., June 15th at the beautiful Marina Del Rey, featuring the Carol/DAD Productions, from 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. The donation is $75. Tickets are available for pick-up. Have you heard? We are celebrating Virginia Stewart as our WOMAN OF THE YEAR. Come join in the fun. Why drive? Let your hair down. The bus transportation is free (let us know if you want a seat). We will meet and leave from Dreiser Loop at 11:15 a.m. SHARP! However, we will make 3 stops on the return home: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop, and Dreiser Loop. Contacts: Beverly Waller and Daisy Young-Anderson, 718-379-0377. TRAVEL EVENTS: (Coach Bus, Dreiser Loop, opposite H&R Block) • June 2&3 (Thurs. & Fri.). 2 days/1 night Getaway. CANCELLED! Overnight stay at an Atlantic City hotel. Cruise On the Spirit of Philadelphia. • August 6th (Sat.), SENIOR DAY PICNIC at Holiday Hill, Ct. Price: $75. Wait list only. A day filled with fun, disc jockey with music for dancing and games (Bingo games with prizes awarded), and endless food and treats. Contacts: Serita G., 347-5645722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500. • August 15-17 (Mon.-Wed.), DOVER DOWNS HOTEL & CASINO, Dover, DE. Price: double, $400

pp/single $490. $100 deposit required now to hold seat. 2 monthly payments: $150 pp/double - $195/single. (Final payment due on or before Thursday, July 11th). Casino rebate: TBD. Package includes – Deluxe motor coach transportation, all you can eat crabs at Woody’s Crab House, shopping at Rehoboth Outlet Stores; on day of return, stopping at the Harrington Raceway & Casino, with bonus: free slot play and free buffet. Contacts: Serita G., 347-5645722/Barbara W, 718-320-0500. THEATRE COMMITTEE: (price includes transportation): ● Fri., May 6th. Price: $35. 7:00 p.m. show. LOVE MY MAMA, the Dempsey Theatre, Harlem. Meet/ depart: 5:30 p.m./5:45 p.m. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847. ● Wed., May 11th. Price: $135. SAMSON, Sight & Sound Theatre, PA. SOLD OUT! Lorant Coach Bus, Dreiser Loop opposite H&R Block. Meet/depart: 7:00 a.m./7:30 a.m. SHARP! Contacts: Virginia Stewart/ Delores Debnam, 718-379-0377. GOOD AND WELFARE Best wishes for a speedy recovery to our Good and Welfare chair, Josephine Flowers, currently in the hospital. Remember, you are missed and that we all care. Those of you still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days.

Rivers Run Community Garden If you want to see something more beautiful than the flowers at Rivers Run Community Garden, check out the folks working together to plant them. We are so excited about our second planting season. On May 7th, we will be selling veggies and herb seedlings, most for a donation of $1. Thanks to Andy King’s discretionary funds from NY Parks Initiative and the Department of Youth and Community Development, the garden will be offering FREE workshops on health, nutrition and art. Please check the newspaper and postings for additional dates. Lelia Dickenson will be conducting family painting workshops for all ages on Mother’s Day, May 8th. Folks who have never lifted a brush before taking her class will emerge feeling like kin to Picasso, Annie Lee and other famous artists. Meena Sharpe-Hicks will be providing yoga and nutrition classes for folks with all types of abilities. If you have never experienced the wonderful freedom and clarity that is Meena, please make it your business to attend. I am privileged to have taken her chair yoga class and found myself stronger and more at peace because of it. Beginning May 1, Rivers Run will be 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. – 5:00 p.m. If you’d like to take advantage of the opportunities to

get your hands dirty and make your heart happy, there is always something that needs doing. 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. Important dates (All are welcome): • April 30th - Open from noon to 3:00 p.m. • May 7th - Plant sale - Most plants are $1 • May 8th - Free painting workshop for all ages at 3 p.m. • May 10th - PS 153 will be visiting again from 10:00 a.m. to noon. • May 20th - Workday with Bronx Green Up • July 9th - Canning Workshop (details to follow) • Oct. 29th - Trolley Day (details to follow) Garden members are encouraged to take workshops sponsored by GreenThumb and The Botanical Garden, as well as working in other gardens. Knowledge is power and participation in some of the workshops qualifies Rivers Run to receive FREE stuff, like fruit trees, plants, seeds, dirt, compost, mulch and tools. If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917232-2982 or me at 718-671-3801. —Gail Sharbaan

Temporarily, call/leave message for Delores Debnam at 718-379-0377 regarding illnesses and bereavements until Ms. Flowers returns. Members and friends, we require your telephone number, along with your name when signing up. First paid, confirmed seating. Committee members in clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m. “Spring is not the best of seasons. Cold and flu are two good reasons; wind and rain and other sorrow, warm today and cold tomorrow.” ~Author Unknown —Claudette Davis

Coalition of African American Churches and Community Organizations The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. next general membership meeting will be on Tuesday, May 3, at 12 p.m.,177 Dreiser Community Center, room 15. Two representatives should be sent from each organization. Please inform the coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Ms. Virginia Stewart is the President of the coalition. Phone number (718) 671-4506. The coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day celebrations, and Kwanzaa free for the community. Members of the coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church and Zodiacs Track Club. Please support our efforts by sending us a tax deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of African-American Churches and Community Organization of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 671-4506 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the minister/president. Read the coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the coalition’s motto is, “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.” —Harman T. Leacock

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Parkchester Chorus

Co-op City Toastmaster’s Club Have you ever been asked to speak in front of a group of people, and declined out of fear? Most people have a fear of public speaking, but fear no more! For over 90 years, Toastmasters International has helped millions of people just like you and me to feel confident when speaking in front of anybody, from 1-on-1 interviews to gatherings of hundreds of people! Co-op City Toastmasters Club is a warm and friendly environment where we have a lot of fun while encouraging and nurturing members to conquer their fear of public speaking. Even if you have no fear of speaking in front of people and you just want practice to improve your skills, our club is the place for you! As a member, you will also have opportunities at every meeting for developing the leader within you. Membership is open to adults aged 18 and over. DON’T MISS OUR NEXT MEETING – Co-op City

Toastmasters meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 2049 Bartow Avenue on the lower level in the Bartow Mall. Our next meeting is an OPEN HOUSE as we are celebrating our 15-year club anniversary! Come and bring a friend as we will have food, fun and information on Thursday, May 5th at 7:30 p.m. SHARP. For more information, contact Club President Kim Robinson at (646) 996-0121 & Kim.Robinson. TM@gmail.com or contact us on our club website, http://3824.toastmastersclubs.org, and click the “Contact Us” link on the left. You can also find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/CoOpCity ToastmastersClub and on Meetup at http://www.meetup.com/CoOpCityToastmastersClub. For more information about Toastmasters International, visit http://www.Toastmasters.com. —Kim Robinson

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Buildings 30 A&B Association

Once again as Spring approaches, the library association has been busy planning its annual book sale. This year, it will be held on Saturday, June 11th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in front of the library. We will begin accepting donations on Monday, May 2nd. Library staff at the front desk will be happy to accept your books. All sorts of materials, including novels, mysteries, biographies and how-to books are needed. Books for children and teens are especially welcome. We are unable to accept magazines and text books. Of course, all materials should be in good condition. All proceeds from the sale stay in our community and are used for library programs, such as holiday events for children and teens and lectures and concerts for adults. The association is made up of dedicated volunteers and we always welcome new people. If you would like to help with the sale, call Trudie at 718-671-6832. We have always had an excellent response from the community and we look forward to seeing you again this year. —Helen Topal

The officers of Buildings 30 A and B Association are saddened by the death of our long time secretary, treasurer and friend, Miriam Berlofsky. Our heartfelt condolences to Jerry and Rodger for their loss. Our itinerary for the month of May is as follows: Friday night, the 13th, PoKeno; Friday night, the 20th, Movie Night and Friday night, the 27th, will be our Bingo night. Our next official meeting of the season will be on Wednesday, the 11th. All these events are in our association room in the lobby of Building 30B with the door opening at 7 p.m. and events starting at 7:30 p.m. Don’t forget, we still have Crochet class every Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the association room. For those celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and new additions, congratulations. Those under the weather, get well soon. —Stephen Werner

Benedetto to re-start Lobby Visits Assemblyman Michael Benedetto will begin his 2016 Lobby Visit Tour on Thursday, May 12 at 140 Einstein Loop (Building #28A); Thursday, May 19 at 120 Donizetti Place (Building #4B); and Thursday, May 26 at 120 Carver Loop (Building #11B). With the passing of the sixth consecutive “ontime” state budget, Assemblyman Benedetto will have more time to resume his popular visits to the lobbies of the Co-op City buildings. “I always feel that an elected official has an obligation to keep in touch with those who elected him,” stated the assemblyman. “To this end, I do these visits and they have always proved to be a delight.” The legislative session runs from January to June each year, with the first three months being dedicated to putting together the state budget. As the budget comes together, legislators spend much of their time in Albany and cannot get around their districts as much as they would want. “My intent is to make up for some of the time lost when I was up in Albany – sometimes for 4 or 5 days each week,” said Assemblyman Benedetto. “I love my job and my Albany duties, but I miss talking directly to those who elected me.” The assemblyman stated that he will be conducting the visits on various Tuesdays, Wed-nesdays and Thursdays from now to the end of the year whenever he has no other pre-scheduled event. Assemblyman Benedetto will be in the lobbies from 5:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. All are invited to come and discuss whatever is on their mind.

Buildings 22A&B Association The Spring Soiree was, as always, a huge success. We’re sorry more cooperators weren’t there. Next year, we hope more will attend. Please report any and all building problems to the Maintenance Depart-ment, not only to our employees. It’s your responsibility to report them. —Betty Leak

76th Annual Spring Concert 2016 Parkchester Chorus, the longest running Bronx community choral group, under the direction of Mr. Miles Fellenberg, proudly presents “Music of the Night,” 4 p.m., May 15. “Music of the Night” highlights four all-time favorite Broadway musicals. The selected four Broadway musicals are: “Fiddler on the Roof,” “West Side Story,” “Les Miserables” and “The Music Man.” Additionally, Parkchester Choruses’ talented soloists will be performing selected Broadway favorites in between and will deliver an amazing and enjoyable beautiful afternoon concert. Once again, “Music of the Night” will take place 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 15th, First Lutheran Church of Throggs Neck located at: 3075 Baisley Avenue, Bronx 10461. Seating is on a “first come, first served” basis with a suggested donation cost of $10 - $20. This concert marks the second concert since the chorus’s return to First Lutheran Church of Throggs Neck with Mr. Miles Fellenberg as director and conductor. The first concert upon our return to First Lutheran Church was the holiday concert of 2015. Readers may be interested in knowing Mr. Fellenberg holds degrees from the Manhattan School of Music, Oberlin College Conservatory and the famed Juilliard School here in New York, where he received not one, but 2 scholarships. He also serves as a staff pianist at the school. In addition, he’s the artistic director of the New Jersey Young Artist Piano competition and he’s on the faculty of the Church Street School for Music and Art. Besides all that, he has performed in concerts across 4 continents, including recent performances in this area at the Museum of Modern Art, Yale University and Alice Tully Hall, to name a few. Parkchester Chorus is sincerely thrilled to have Mr. Fellenberg as its director. Parkchester Chorus will be back again in September. Parkchester Chorus seeks new members each season so if you are interested, you need to attend from the beginning of each season. You don’t have to be able to read music; you just have to enjoy and be able to stay in tune! Parkchester Chorus meets Monday nights from 7:30-9-30 p.m. at the First Lutheran Church of Throggs Neck, 3075 Baisley Avenue, Bronx 10461. Come on down if you’re interested. Please call 718-320-2790 or visit www.parkchesterchorus.org.

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service on Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. Bible study is on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, May 4 at 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at 12 noon and 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, June 4, at 9:30 a.m., the First Lady’s Ministry will host their annual Gospel Breakfast in the Einstein Community Center, room 45. Enjoy a delicious breakfast and feast on good music featuring Rev. Tyron Williams and the High Place Singers. Adult ticket price is $25 and children 3-17 are $10. For tickets or additional information, call 718-862-9243, 646-842-2458 or 718-320-3774. You are invited to join the Scholarship

Ministry on August 13 – 21, as they travel to Memphis, TN. This 9-day/8-night trip includes 14 meals, 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners. You will have admission to the National Civil Rights Museum, dedicated to Martin Luther King’s struggle for equality; admission to STAX Museum of American Soul Music and additionally admission to the Memphis Rock and Roll Soul Museum and much more. A $100 deposit and payment is due for those just signing up. If you are planning on purchasing travel insurance, it is suggested that you pay it along with your deposit. Full payment is due on or before May 8. The cost for doubles will be $835. For additional information and reservations, call 718-671-7507, 718-379-0564 or 718320-3774. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —Hattie L. Lucas

Building 25 Association Hi, neighbors of Building 25. We would like our weekly news articles to reflect safety, peace of mind for all of us and community involvement. Building 25 Association would like to thank Ms. Danielle O’Connor, Director of Parking Facility and Ms. Alisa McCluney, Asst. Director of Parking Facility, for attending our meeting on April 20. Ms. O’Connor and Ms. McCluney described their duties which include covering all aspects of the parking garage from the administrative responsibilities to scheduling and implementing of the construction in the garage. A few concerns discussed were drivers not using their headlights to make themselves visible to other drivers while driving in the garage; repainting the directional arrows, drivers respecting the posted 5 mph speed limit and future projects. They have also taken on the task of overseeing the basement storage units for all buildings. The project of the basement storage units’ responsibility is transitioning from the previous department and in order to confirm residents on records that occupy a storage unit is correct, a list of storage unit ID numbers in questioned is posted on the storage room door and other source of media. Ms. O’Connor and Ms. McCluney need to update these records going forward. The deadline to contact Riverbay is May 16, otherwise the contents will be removed. We can help Ms. O’Connor and Ms. McCluney along by complying and contacting them if your storage unit is

on the list. If you have questions or comments regarding Parking Facilities or Storage Units, you can contact them at Riverbay Corporation, Ms. Danielle O’Connor on 718-320-3300, ext. 3393, or email her at doconnor@riverbaycorp.com and/or Ms. Alisa McCluney at 718-379-3300, ext. 1005, or email her at amccluney@riverbaycorp.com. On another note, let’s thank our letter carrier, who goes out of her way to make sure that we receive our mail, especially the trips that she makes to individual units for our residents who cannot come down to retrieve their mail from the mail box. Our building association meets every third Tuesday of the month generally from September through June at 7:30 p.m. Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, May 17, at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association. If you have not already done so, please pay your dues, $5 per household. Building 25 Association is looking for a volunteer to fill the position as Recording Secretary and Floor Captains. I will close with the following quote in memory of singing and performing artists Prince Rogers Nelson and Billy Paul: “Those we love can never be more than a thought away for as long as there’s a memory, they live in our hearts to stay.” (Unknown) —Wanda Bailey

REMINDER – ROOF CROSSING

Shareholders are reminded that they should not cross over the roof of their building when there is an elevator outage unless there is an escort from the Co-op City Public Safety Department. Your safety is important to us. Please cooperate.

Church of the New Vision Pastor Kenneth Hodge and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning. The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality. We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus. Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible teaching from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn

the truth from the Word of God. Join us in the fellowship celebration of the Senior's Ministry Anniversary and Women's Day Program on Sunday, May 29th at 3:00 p.m. Rev. Ruthann Coe-Reid, Prayer Pact International Ministries, will be the speaker for the afternoon. The theme is Walking in the Spirit of God's Promises and Sharing the Fellowship of Love For One Another (1 John 1:7 & 1 John 4:1112). To give this celebration a special touch, women are asked to wear white or off-white. Light refreshments will be served. Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; telephone#: (203) 374-302031 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: Church of the New Vision, P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com. —Carole Haque

New York City Speed Limit The speed limit in New York City is 25 MPH unless otherwise posted.

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Newsong Church Hey, Co-op City! We've all got doubts. Doubts about finances, our kids, which career path to take, whether or not we can make it through hard circumstances. How do we make it through life when there seems to be so much uncertainty? Is there a way to have faith despite all the doubt? We'll be answering these questions and more this month in our new teaching series "Without a doubt." Here's what you can expect when you come to our Worship Experience! Newsong Church is a multi-cultural church that believes God has a purpose and a plan for your life. We exist to reach people who are far away from God, and teach them how to follow Jesus step-by-step. That's why you will find our Sunday Worship Experience to be so warm and friendly, we genuinely care about you! We're not concerned about where you've been, but where you're going. You see, we've all got a past, we've all made mistakes, and we still do. When you step into our worship experience, you won't find a bunch of "Holier-than-thou" people pre-

tending to have it all together. Instead, you'll find that we're all broken people, but we're allowing God to put us back together. We're not perfect, but God is! As God puts us back together, we're realizing that although our past has shaped us, it does not define us! We're finding out that not only does God love us with a radical and unconditional love, but that He loves us just as we are! At Newsong Church, we believe that the Bible is the greatest book ever written, containing the greatest story ever told, and that each of us is part of His-story! In fact, we have a saying at our church: "If you're not dead, God's not done with you!" We don't just believe this for the adults, but for our children as well! At Newsong Church, we're so passionate about our children learning about Jesus, that we created a church just for them called Kidsong! At Kidsong, our children learn about Jesus in a safe, fun, age-appropriate learning environment! We also have a fully staffed nursery! We hope that you will join us this Sunday, as we

continue our series "Trapped." Our Worship Experience is located at 177 Dreiser Loop in Audito-rium B. Parking is available in the parking garage, just bring your ticket in for validation. Deaf interpretation is available during our adult worship experience. If you have any questions, you can contact us: Church Office: 140 Alcott Place, Bldg.19. Office Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone: 718-708-8385 For more information, check out our website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org Email: info@newsongchurchnyc.org You can also interact with us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/ newsongchurchbx Twitter: @newsongchurchBX Instagram: @newsongchurchBX. Our Newsong family is here for you, stop by this Sunday and experience the difference! God bless you! —Pastor Mike Tolone

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. 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 after classes are over. 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. On Sunday, May 1 – Sending birthday blessings to our pastor, Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens. A day filled with joy, a year filled with peace, a life filled with love. May all of these be God’s gifts to you. Have a happy and blessed birthday!

Other Scheduled Events Tomorrow, Sunday, May 1st, 3:30 p.m., please join us for a Pre-Pastoral Anniversary Service for our Pastor, celebrating 50 years of preaching and 40 years as pastor of Community Protestant Church. Our guest preacher will be Rev. Geraldine Harris, Pastor, Greater File Chapel Baptist Church, NYC. Saturday, July 16th - Spring Fling 2016! Celebrate spring with the Willing Workers as they travel for a funfilled day in New Jersey, including a lunch cruise and other activities. Set sail aboard the River Lady Riverboat for a delicious lunch and historical sightseeing tour along Tom’s River and Barnegat Bay. Donation: $110. For reservation and/or additional information, call (718) 3204278 or (718) 671-8658. 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

Faith @ Work Christian Church 120 DeKruif Place (street level). Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Church telephone, (347) 346-5790; email: fatwcc@aol.com. Weekly Worship Experiences: Tuesday Prayer Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. Sunday Morning Worship 9:30 a.m. Teen Church, 10 a.m., 2nd Sundays; Children's Church, 3rd Sundays (K-3); Older Children's Church, 4th Sundays (4th-7th). Church Motto: "We are Christ-centered, familyfocused with power and authority." Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come wor-

ship with us – where we honor tradition, but are not bound by it! All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God. Faith Summer Camp, July 5 - August 12, from 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bible classes, cooking classes, arts, crafts, writing and math, science and technology, recreation and trips (cost of trips not included in camp fees). Lunch and afternoon snack included. $750 for all 6 weeks!! Limited space, first come, first served. We are taking full summer registrations before single weeks. REGISTRATION IS JUNE 3RD FROM 5:30 P.M. TO 6:30 P.M. Late pick-up (5:00-6:00 p.m. is an

additional $15 per week). We have 5 slots specifically for children of formerly incarcerated, ages 10-12, totally confidential at a deep discount, please share. Employment Opportunity: We are seeking a parttime Assistant Program Director for our Afterschool Program which operates from September to June (2016-2017 school year), M-F, 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The position is ideal for a retired educator or child care supervisor. 2-weeks paid training during our Summer Camp (July 18th-July 29th). If interested, please send resume to Faith @ Work Christian Church, 120 DeKruif Place, Frnt. 1 Bronx, NY 10475 or via email: fatwcc@aol.com. Attn: Rev. Deborah D. Jenkins —Deborah Jenkins

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Candidate statements appear on pages 29-37 • Candidate order determined by lottery. NOTE: THE VIEWS EXPRESSED WITHIN ARE SOLELY THOSE OF THE CANDIDATES AND NOT THOSE OF RIVERBAY CORPORATION. BALLOTING

ABSENTEE BALLOTING

Voting will be conducted by machine in your building lobby on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Absentee ballots may be requested from Riverbay Corporation by calling (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3326. Absentee ballots postmarked no later than Wednesday, May 18, 2016, may be received by Riverbay Corporation until seven days after Wednesday, May 18, 2016.

Saturday, April 23, 2016 Saturday, April 30, 2016 Monday, May 2, 2016

Wednesday, May 4, 2016 Saturday, May 7, 2016

Wednesday, May 18, 2016 Thursday, May 26, 2016 Thursday, June 2, 2016

2016 Board Election Schedule

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

2nd Election Edition; 2nd Election Notice; (Co-op City Times) Candidates’ Forum (7:30 p.m.); Bartow Center, Rm. 31

Candidates’ Forum (7:30 p.m.), Einstein Center, Rm. 45

3rd Election Edition; 3rd Election Notice; (Co-op City Times) Annual Meeting Begins; Voting from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Vote Tally - 9:00 p.m., Room 31, Bartow Center Recount, 9:30 a.m. (if necessary)

Swearing in of Elected Board Members (7:00 p.m.); Bartow Center, Rm. 31

— Remember to VOTE — WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 2016

2016 Riverbay Candidates

Kevin Lambright Frank Belcher Claudia Sampson Stanley Frere Bernard Cylich* Sonia Feliciano* Linda Drax-Werner Tony Illis Marie Smith Leslie Peterson* Andrea Leslie* *Denotes incumbents

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VOTING Voting by machine will be conducted by the Board of Elections of the City of New York and shall begin at 6:00 a.m. and end at 9:00 p.m. on May 18, 2016, in the lobbies of the following buildings (unless otherwise specified): 920 Baychester Avenue (Bldg. 1A) 900 Baychester Avenue (Bldg. 1B) 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A) 920 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2B) 150 Dreiser Loop (Bldg. 3A) 170 Dreiser Loop (Bldg. 3B)

140 Donizetti Place (Bldg. 4A) 120 Donizetti Place (Bldg. 4B) 100 Donizetti Place (Bldg. 4C) 100 Darrow Place (Bldg. 5A) 120 Darrow Place (Bldg. 5B) 140 Darrow Place (Bldg. 5C) 140 DeKruif Place (Bldg. 6) 120 DeKruif Place (Bldg. 7) 100 DeKruif Place (Bldg. 8) 100 Dreiser Loop (Bldg. 9A) 120 Dreiser Loop (Bldg. 9B) 140 Debs Place (Bldg. 10A) 120 Debs Place (Bldg. l0B)

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120 Carver Loop (Bldg. 11B) 140 Carver Loop (Bldg. 11C) 120 Casals Place (Bldg. 12) 100 Casals Place (Bldg. 13) 140 Casals Place (Bldg. 14) 100 Aldrich Street (Bldg. 15A) 120 Aldrich Street (Bldg. 15B) 620 Baychester Ave. (Bldg. 16A) 600 Baychester Ave. (Bldg. 16B) 120 Alcott Place (Bldg. 17) 100 Alcott Place (Bldg. 18) 140 Alcott Place (Bldg. 19) 140 Asch Loop (Bldg. 20A) 120 Asch Loop (Bldg. 20B) 100 Asch Loop (Bldg. 20C) 100 Bellamy Loop (Bldg. 21A) 120 Bellamy Loop (Bldg. 21B) 140 Bellamy Loop (Bldg. 21C) 100 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 22A) 120 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 22B) 140 Benchley Place (Bldg. 23) 120 Benchley Place (Bldg. 24) 100 Benchley Place (Bldg. 25) 2440 Hunter Avenue (Bldg. 26A) 2420 Hunter Avenue (Bldg. 26B) 2400 Hunter Avenue (Bldg. 26C) 100 Erdman Place (Bldg. 27A) 120 Erdman Place (Bldg. 27B) 140 Erdman Place (Bldg. 27C) 140 Einstein Loop North (Bldg. 28A) 120 Einstein Loop North (Bldg. 28B) 100 Einstein Loop North (Bldg. 28C) 4200 Hutch. River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 29A) 4220 Hutch. River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 29B) 4240 Hutch. River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 29C) 4120 Hutch. River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 30A)

120 Erskine Place (Bldg. 31B) 4180 Hutch. River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 32A) 4160 Hutch. River Pkwy E. (Bldg. 32B) 140 Elgar Place (Bldg. 33) 120 Elgar Place (Bldg. 34) 100 Elgar Place (Bldg. 35) Townhouses Earhart Lane (Bldg. 26C) Cooper Place (Bldg. 11A) Debs Place (Bldg. 8) Broun Place (Bldg. 21C) Adler Place (Bldg. 20A) Defoe Place (Bldg 6) Asch Loop (Bldg. 17)

Absentee ballots may be requested from Riverbay Corporation by calling 718-3203300, Ext. 3326. Absentee ballots postmarked not later than May 18, 2016, may be received by Riverbay Corporation until seven days after May 18, 2016. In the event it is determined that a quorum has not been achieved by machine voting on May 18, 2016, the vote from the machines will be sealed at the end of voting at approximately 9:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as all voters in line have been accommodated, and secured by the Board of Elections of the City of New York. Commencing Thursday, May 19, 2016, at 8:00 a.m., paper ballots will be available in the above 65 building lobbies, from the New York City Board of Elections’ poll workers, for eligible shareholders to vote who did not vote on May 18, 2016, until a quorum is achieved.

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Andrea Leslie

The cooperators of this community are hard-working people and if you are still working or retired, most of us are living on fixed incomes and expect the carrying charges we pay to give us the best "bang for our buck." Our suspended management agent Marion Scott, Inc. (MSI) managed our property for 15 years; with no objection by some, were paid over $22 million dollars for that service and, in my opinion, we got relatively little for that money. Not only did they create the situation that lead to a major lawsuit causing a huge financial hit to this community, they initially depleted our reserves of $59 million. They left behind legacy issues a mile long that we'll be digging out from for a long time. They also interjected themselves into our Board elections and the functioning of the Board of Directors. Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me. There were Board members who voted against suspending MSI and would like us to enter into another managing agent agreement. I believe we should learn from our experience. Our $22 million

spent enriched our management agent and did the opposite for us. Since we've been managing ourselves, we're in the best financial status we've been in for a long time. We can't afford to give management agents a second chance. They are in business to enrich themselves and we should not be bullied into helping them do so. Keep your eyes on the prize. Vote por un fortuno major. For a better future, I ask that you vote on May 18, 2016 to RE-ELECT Andrea Leslie, Sonia Feliciano and Bernard Cylich, and ELECT Kevin Lambright, Claudia Sampson and Linda Drax-Werner

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Co-op City has improved the quality of life for people by offering affordable housing to middle income families. As a shareholder, our common goal is to maintain that affordability by electing officers to the Board who will embody that objective and establish effective policy without cutting services. With integrity and experience, I endeavor to accomplish this goal as a Riverbay Board Director. Experience has taught me truthful communication is key. It helps eliminate doubt and misinformation and instills confidence in your decision to stand with a Riverbay Board director. Our agreement with HUD, HCR and Wells Fargo clearly states they are the oversight entities and have the ultimate say in deciding how we proceed on several matters, one being management. I want to make sure the terms of our partnership is appropriately maintained. Affordability through careful planning must be considered prior to any carrying charge increase. My 30-plus years in housing gave me experience in multiple levels, including management. Elected representatives are accountable to the shareholders. By voting for me, you get that qualified and accountable person.

I build partnerships with shareholders and seek innovative solutions keeping shareholders’ best interests at the forefront of decisions I make. We may not all agree on everything, but there is one thing we can agree with and are passionate about and that is, Co-op City will continue to be a great place to live. The most important elections you can participate in are those directly affecting your community. Together, and with our elected officials, we can make necessary changes, but it requires your vote. Commit to take a few minutes of your time to participate in your future. Vote on May, 18, 2016 for Leslie Peterson – someone “Caring for the Community with Integrity and Experience.”

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Marie Smith My husband and I have been living in this community for 12 years. I'm running for the Board of Directors because I like helping people and I want to make this community better. I'm a retired government worker with very good skills. Also, I'm a very good problem solver, good communicator, and I can work very well with everyone. Here are some things I want to accomplish: Affordability: I want to keep this community affordable. Therefore, I’m going to vote No for the proposed carrying charge increase that was mentioned for 2017. Additionally, I want to work with the Board to enact some much needed budget cuts. One way that we can cut our budget is to find some cost-efficient strategies. For instance, one strategy can be controlling the amount of money we spend on restoring apartments. Contract Change Orders: I will work with the Board and management to stop costly change orders. Lobby Doors: I want to make Coop City a model for all communities that serve the disabled, the elderly, and everyone. Therefore, I will work with the Board and management so that we can get ADA approved lobby doors.

Apartment Transfers: We have a lot of cooperators who want to transfer to different apartments. But, current Mitchell-Lama regulations require that they buy those apartments at very high prices. I will work with the Board, management, and our lawyers to try to get those regulations changed. Clean Up This Community: I will work with the Board and management to clean up Co-op City Boulevard, Section 5 killer curve, and several other areas, and also, work on completing the ongoing construction projects. Please cut out this advertisement and vote for me. Endorsed by Daryl Johnson, 100 Benchley Place #25C, Bronx, NY 10475.

✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭✭ Tony Illis Please accept my apologies for not attending the first Candidates' Forum because of a medical emergency. I am grateful to those who signed my petitions and will not take your confidence for granted. It is important that we look to the future and act responsibly to take charge of this community. As a former Board director, I have made the hard choices to do what's right on your behalf and sometimes have paid dearly for my independence. I have spoken up to ensure timely responses from management to cooperators' questions and requests for services. I insisted that work done in our apartments is of the highest standards and those doing the work are held accountable. As a former chair of the Sales Committee, I worked to tighten screening criteria for incoming cooperators. As a former chair of the Security Committee, I worked with Public Safety to address quality of life issues especially for seniors, young families and the youth. The Black Forum of Co-op City, which I am president of, has been functioning successfully since 1983, providing food to our seniors living on fixed incomes, those who have been downsized and displaced for whatever reason; offering healthy cooking and food choice pro-

grams, exercise classes and a track team for the youth. Looking to the future, we must resolve our management issue with the supervising agencies to protect the $621M HUD-guaranteed loan, which I am proud I voted for. It secured our affordability and provided capital to repair our aging infrastructure while saving us millions in interest charges. I, like many of my neighbors, have nowhere else to go. If you agree, let's talk at Talk2 tonyillis@gmail.com or (718) 3208035. And on May 18, elect me, Tony lllis, to the Riverbay Board, an independent voice that will always put cooperators and this community first.

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Linda Drax-Werner Dear fellow cooperators, My name is Linda Drax-Werner and I am thankful to all who signed my petition, which affords me the opportunity to run for seat on the Riverbay Board of Directors. I moved to Co-op City over 14 years ago because Co-op City has a strong sense of community. It’s a great place to raise a family and fantastic for senior citizens. Before retirement, I worked for the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance for over 30 years. I was also a Grievance Representative for the CSEA. I have a passion for building relationships, standing up for people and creating engagement. I’m currently a building president; crochet instructor at the Dreiser Center and co-creator and chair for Fun in the Sun. When I hear about people tearing down or damaging our unique and amazing home, it disturbs me. I want to show people with moderate incomes can live in a community that is well maintained, affordable and which has a strong, engaged community. I will strengthen the relationship with our union workers to protect their quality of life while keeping quality

maintenance service for all buildings and cooperators alike. Because I am a chair member of Fun in the Sun, I have already created strong partnerships with several different elected officials. I want to keep expanding that partnership in order to receive funding for our youth and senior programs. I also want to make sure the conversation is open with state legislators to protect and advance the rights for the residents of Co-op City. I promise to work with transparency and integrity. I humbly ask you to vote on May 18th for Cooperators With Vision – Linda Drax-Werner, Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Andrea Leslie, Kevin Lambright and Claudia Sampson.

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In fact, the loan documents and HUD and HCR regulations expressly allow self-management. However, HCR and HUD have the discretion to impose outside management. Co-op City’s experience with outside managing firms has been far from satisfactory. Our experience with self-management has been highly satisfactory. I believe HUD and HCR’s refusal to approve self-management is arbitrary and capricious, particularly when the performance record of self-management is compared to that of our previous managing agent. We need to say enough is enough! Let me continue working for rational management of our community. Vote for me, Bernard Cylich, and for Andrea Leslie, Sonia Feliciano, Claudia Sampson, Kevin Lambright and Linda Drax-Werner.

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Stanley Frere Fellow shareholders, my purpose in running for the Board of Directors is to propose and help implement common sense and progressive actions that will bring Co-op City off of the cliff of financial ruin. How can we expect those candidates who are part of the current regime to change? They supported a 4.5% maintenance increase while rejecting, in my opinion, all common sense proposals that would have provided the necessary funds to settle the employee’s lawsuit against Riverbay. While the shareholders were considering the impact of the proposed maintenance increase, the current candidates supported the leadership of the Board efforts to have shareholders believe that they could save money on a new Cablevision agreement that would save them money and lessen the impact of the 4.5% maintenance increase. A Budget Committee made up of concerned shareholders and formed by the President of the Board, spent countless hours developing what I believe were common sense proposals that would have saved shareholders an estimated $20 million each year. The current administration has failed to improve the quality of life for

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to the Riverbay Board of Directors

• Former Chief Negotiator with the largest Labor Union in New York State, CSEA Inc.

• Labor Law Specialist both Private and Public sectors

our fellow shareholders, in my opinion; we have constant flooding in our apartments, wall leaks that are a constant problem, our grounds are a shadow of what they once were and we have too many employees who do not show shareholders the courtesy, respect and professionalism they deserve. I am 100 percent for term limits; term limits will guarantee that we will have a chance to try new ideas put forth by new people; I believe it will increase shareholder participation in the governance of Co-op City. We need to see that the Riverbay Corporation is multi-billion dollar corporation, not a mom and pop operation, a candy store or a social club; it is a business whose beneficiaries are the shareholders. We are not an ATM machine.

• Shareholder in Co-op City 16 years

• Budget Committee member who fought against the 4.5% maintenance increase

• Proposed several alternatives to 4.5% increase along with others on the committee. • Lived in Mitchell-Lama cooperatives for 32 years

• Community Organizer for over 30 years in Brooklyn

• Member of the Judicial Committee for 2nd and 11th Judicial District 1984

Please support the Co-op City community VOTE ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 18, 2016

Stanley Frere For The Riverbay Board of Directors

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gressional and legislative leaders to champion the rights of our community in receiving our fair share of benefits and grant funding and provide our community with financial stability. As the largest cooperative housing complex and considered the 10th largest city in the State of New York, we need you to be empowered to vote for solid individuals that will provide the leadership, the vision, communications and motivation that will move our community forward. I ask that on May 18, 2016 you vote for Cooperators With Vision: Sonia Feliciano, Bernard Cylich, Claudia Sampson, Andrea Leslie, Linda Drax-Werner and Kevin Lambright. “Somos una comunidad de muchos, juntos podemos progresar.”

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Claudia Sampson The upcoming Riverbay Board Election on May 18 is a very significant event for many reasons. First, it will afford me and my team - Cooperators With Vision - to have a bigger say in protecting affordable housing. As a strong believer in full Board transparency and accountability, I will continue to advocate for televised Board meetings. This is a huge accomplishment realized under the stewardship of Cleve Taylor and others who kept their promise to make this happen. I will work to build on other accomplishments attained under Taylor’s astute leadership, such as rebuilding our cash reserves from $900,000 to $15 Million in less than two years. I will work to protect our investment – your homes. Like the Wizard of OZ, MSI is gone! Thank goodness for that. I am truly proud to say that through Taylor’s insightful leadership of our new Board, we’re turning this enterprise around. Not only are we making progress on the financial front despite the insurmountable odds we faced, but we have regained the respect of local, state and federal officials. In the last few months alone, we’ve hosted several high profile events that helped to shine the spotlight on Co-op City which far too

long had been neglected. I humbly ask that you elect me to serve faithfully and honestly on your behalf. I pledge to continue to build on the achievements made under Cleve Taylor’s leadership and those who backed his decisiveness to suspend MSI so that we could correct the egregious mistakes made during MSI’s reign. To assure a continuation of this Board’s exemplary accomplishments and to support moving ahead, not backwards, I urge you to vote for me and the Cooperators With Vision. Reelect Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Andrea Leslie. Elect: Linda DraxWerner, Kevin Lambright and Claudia Sampson on Wednesday, May 18 from 6 a.m. – 9 p.m.

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its, our only alternative is to vote off those who have served two or more terms. We must not continue to allow these Board members to make a career out of serving on the Board. That is why the incumbents who have served two terms already should not be re-elected. Remember what happened when we kept re-electing the same people to the Board when Marion Scott Realty was our managing agent? It was a disaster. Some of these Board members seem to underestimate the intelligence of the shareholders. They seem to think they can tell us anything and we are to believe them. They are delusional. I need your VOTE. Thank you.

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Kevin Lambright

There is no doubt in my mind that most of us want and strive for the same things in our community. We want: responsible leadership, affordable housing, a safe and secure environment, to be respected when we call for services, ample space to park our vehicles and beautiful landscapes to look at when we leave and enter our homes. Setting policies, such as these are permissible and doable. Wouldn’t it be great if we didn’t have a half billion dollar loan to pay back? Wouldn’t it be great if we had stood up for ourselves and not let former majority Board members give our former management the shovel to dig such a grave hole for us to climb out of? That is what happened. How were they allowed to do that? Could it be that they felt privileged to do it because they sensed we were sleeping? Well, I thank the Lord that enough of us woke up. Fortunately, we woke up in time enough to allow the people we have now to put the hammer down and begin to dig us out. We need to recognize that during the climb, we still have to maintain and

produce at the same time. Seems like an impossible task? We are proving to be resilient. This is something they didn’t count on. They never thought we would come together understanding in order to get back on top, we were willing to make small sacrifices to save our homes. There’s so much work to be done. Off the Board, I have worked tirelessly to help galvanize this community one person at a time. We have worked together to overcome almost every obstacle. On the Board, I will be able to do so much more!!! Please vote for me, Kevin Lambright, and Cooperators With Vision.

Riverbay Board Election Rules and Regulations

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A. GENERAL RULES 1. The election of Directors of Riverbay Corporation and the Annual Shareholders Meeting will take place on Wednesday, May 18, 2016, (hereafter "Election Day"), beginning at 6:00 a.m. and ending at 9:00 p.m. In addition, 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 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. c) The Chairperson and Committee shall be appointed by the President and approved by the Board. All members shall be resident shareholders of Co-op City. 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 pos-

sible, refrain from publicly commenting upon any issue in the campaign, 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 on April 4, 2016. 5. Voting will be on Wednesday, May 18, 2016 by voting machines supplied by the Board of Elections. One voting machine will be placed in each of the 65 lobbies that compromise Co-op City from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 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

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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; on the date votes are counted; and 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. If a candidate is indebted to the Corporation on any of these days, the candidate will be disqualified. 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. After 5:00 p.m. the prospective candidate may pick up a petition package by signing a form at the Public Safety Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. (Petitions are not enclosed in the package). On the following business day, the financial status of the prospective candidate will be checked and, if the prospective candidate is not indebted to the Corporation he or she will be contacted and authorized to proceed with petitioning. If he or she is indebted to the Corporation,

he or she will be contacted and have an opportunity to satisfy the debt and proceed before the petitioning period ends on April 4, 2016. If not, he or she will not have qualified to be a candidate. For the purpose herein, 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. 4. 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, 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 (Continued on next page)

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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, 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 21, 2016 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. Each 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. 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 Riverbay no later than 5:00 p.m., on Monday, April 4, 2016. 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 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. 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 prohibited except on personal property, with the owner's permission. Campaign flyers may not be posted in commercial establishments within Co-op City. Residents, employees, and all candidates and their supporters may remove any improperly posted 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. 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 paragraph Dl, candidates shall be allowed to use social media and email campaigns in conformance with Section D3. E. USE OF CO-OP CITY FACILITIES FOR CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES 1. There shall be three official candidates' forums. One forum shall take place on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 in the Dreiser Community Center, Auditorium B at 7:30 p.m. The second forum shall take place on Monday, May 2, 2016 in the Bartow Community Center, Rm. 31 at 7:30 p.m. The third forum shall take place on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 in the Einstein Community Center, Rm. 45 at 7:30 p.m. No person, other than authorized Riverbay personnel must use audio or video equipment at any of the three forums. All certified candidates will be invited to participate in the forums. 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. 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 issues of the

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Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, April 23, 2016 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 issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, April 23, 2016 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 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 candidates' meeting is held, pursuant to Section E, Paragraph 7. b) Starting on the day candidates are certified and continuing during the period of the campaigning, Board members who are not running for election shall be free to continue to write Viewpoints of a "non-political" nature except that they may endorse candidates in one viewpoint only. It shall not be deemed to be "political" for a noncandidate 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 as a whole wishes to publish a joint Viewpoint, it may do so, but only if the Viewpoint has been unanimously approved by the full Board. e) Information of an operation, maintenance or emergency of a non-political nature may be published by the General Manager during this period of time. d) In the event that an article appears in a publication other than the Riverbay sponsored publication, which is currently titled the "Co-op City Times," in which the actions of the Board as a whole, or of an individual Board member are challenged, a Board member 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. 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 12, 2016 at 8:00 pm, 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 candidates' forum. The drawing for order of speakers will also determine the relative position of each candidate's name on a ballot. 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 particular 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. Non-resident employees and employee groups and organizations are prohibited from participation in the electoral process. 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 machine and by absentee ballot and by paper ballot in the event that a machine breaks down or the voting is laid over beyond May 18, 2016, in order to achieve a quorum. 2. The Election Committee shall certify to the Board of Directors 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. 3. Each candidate will be allowed to have one resident observer present at the tallying of the votes. Candidates wishing such representation must submit to the Committee the name of the observer along with their petitions. The observer shall not interfere in any way with the tallying procedures. 4. The Board of Elections of the City of New York will assist the Corporation with the election for directors, in accordance with the governance of the New York State Election Law, Chapter #3-224, which permits the opportunity for such entities as Riverbay Corporation to utilize (Continued on next page)

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voting machines supplied by the Board of Elections of the City of New York and Chapter #3-506.2 which pertains to the scope of other auxiliary support services available. 5. One voting machine will be placed in the lobby of each of the sixty-five (65) lobbies of the buildings that comprise Co-op City, thereby facilitating the election of certified candidates to the Corporation's Board of Directors on May 18, 2016, from 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 6. (a) The primary source of hiring of Inspectors shall be from a listing of Riverbay Corporation shareholders. Additional source shall be from The New York City Board of Election list. (b) Training sessions are to be given to ensure qualifications for working at the polls. No priority is to be given to individuals who have previously worked the polls unless they pass the training session. (c) A minimum of (6) classes of at least 25 participants will be necessary for recertification and training classes. All Inspectors shall attend their session in order to receive enumerations. (d) Riverbay will hire 130 Poll Inspectors to work in the 65 building lobbies and approximately 20 standbys as substitutes. In addition, Riverbay will hire 13 Coordinators to oversee the Poll Inspectors. 7. The Corporation will produce a computer generated register list of shareholders' signatures for each building in order to accept shareholders as duly authorized to cast a vote and to permit their signatures to be validated. Riverbay will instruct poll workers on the proper procedure to accept or challenge a shareholder's right to vote. The register list will contain a sample of the signature for each shareholder organized by apartment or unit number. At each voting place, a number of written ballots will be available for use in the event there is a defect or breakdown in the voting machines. The emergency ballot will be deposited into a box for emergency ballots. In addition, the shareholder should sign the register and the poll worker will note after the shareholder's signature the letter “E”, standing for emergency ballot. In this way, the count of the voting machine plus the emergency ballot submitted should equal the number of shareholders who have signed the voting register. There shall be signatures of two (2) Inspectors on envelopes produced for emergency ballots. These envelopes should be checked for legibility of voter name and apartment. Emergency ballots shall have signatures of person/poll inspector who receives them. 8. The Riverbay Election Committee will provide procedures for obtaining and returning absentee ballots. These procedures will be contained in the notice of shareholders meeting which will be published in the Co-op City Times in a prominent and conspicuous place. 9. No emergency ballot will be opened or counted until the register list and papers from the buildings has been delivered by Public Safety to the Committee. Absentee ballots shall not be opened nor counted until it has been determined the shareholder is valid to vote and has not voted at a voting machine. 10. Coordinators in charge of building Inspectors shall verify all forms utilized in the voting process by their signatures for completeness and legibility before they are transported to the Bartow Community Center Public Safety headquarters. 11. The Corporation's public safety officers will be responsible for maintaining control over the election results at the close of the

voting time period by securing and delivering the sealed voting record from each voting machine after it is tallied and sealed by the designated poll worker to the Corporation's administrative offices for collection and counting. 12. The Board of Elections of the City of New York will have no direct involvement with the candidates except for offering them and all interested parties an opportunity to visit the Board of Elections of the City of New York to inspect the machines and look at the rotated name placement of candidates in the machines. Any challenges to the process will be accepted through the Election Committee's system of handling inquiries and challenges posed by a shareholder or candidate. Those in charge of Inspectors (Coordinators) shall verify all polling forms which shall be submitted at the end of voting time by shareholders for completeness and legibility. 13. Each slate of candidates and each independent candidate will be entitled to have up to five resident poll watchers observing the balloting procedure. Independent candidates and slates of candidates wishing such representation must submit to the Committee the names of such poll watchers along with their Petitions. The poll watchers shall not interfere in any way with the voting procedures. Photo identification will be issued by the Corporation for each poll watcher. 14. Voting machines and paper ballots will not be opened until it has been determined that a quorum exists. In the event that it has been determined that a quorum does not exist, pursuant to Article II, Section 6 of the Corporation's By-laws, the meeting shall be laid over and continued for a period of not more than eight (8) days for the sole purpose of conducting, counting and reporting the vote. The vote from the machines will be sealed at the end of voting at approximately 9:00 p.m, on May 18, 2016, and secured by the Corporation's Public Safety Officers. If a quorum is not reached: (a) The voting shall be extended at the discretion of the Election Committee and/ or (b) Commencing Thursday, May 19, 2016, at 8:00 a.m., paper ballots will be available in the building lobbies through Riverbay's poll workers for eligible shareholders who did not vote on May 18, 2016. 15. If a quorum is not achieved within the eight days of the "laid over" meeting, then pursuant to Article II, Section 4 (Quorum) of the by-laws, the Secretary shall notify the shareholders of the time and place of an adjourned meeting which shall be held within 20 days from the eighth day of the meeting at which a quorum did not attend, by sending a notice as required by Section 3 of Article II of the Corporation's By-laws. The Election Committee will maintain an official list of the candidates and of the vote count. The Election Committee will tally the votes and certify the count. Upon completion of the tally, the Election Committee will provide the Board an official list of candidates and of the vote count. The results of the election will be posted in the three community centers by 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, 2016, and published in the next issue of the Co-op City Times. 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 in excess of the actual administrative cost to the cooperative of $300.00 on any candidate that it determines, after a hear-

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ing in accordance with the Rules as set forth in "H" below, has violated, or caused or knowingly permitted others to violate these Rules. Such fee will be charged to the appropriate resident shareholder as follows: a) Notification of the Election Committee's decision 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. b) Upon receipt of the notification of a fine, 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 pm on the second business day following delivery of the notice by Public Safety. 2. Any candidate may object to a determination of the Committee, pursuant to Section G (1) above, and may, within ten (10) days of the notice by Public Safety, request a review of such determination by the Riverbay Corporation Cooperator Appeals Committee. H. CHALLENGES TO VOTING RESULTS 1. Any resident may challenge the certification of a candidate for election irregularities or qualifications by notifying the Election Committee Chairperson of the challenge, c/o Legal Department. The notice of challenge must be in writing. Such letter must set forth the reason for the challenge. This letter must be delivered by hand to the Legal Department by 5:00 p.m., on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Should the Committee find the challenge to be without merit, it may dispense with a hearing and reject the challenge. If, after reviewing the notice of the challenge, the Committee determines that the challenge sets forth substantial questions concerning the certification of any candidate or candidates, then the Committee may hold a formal hearing to review the challenge. These hearings shall be scheduled with prior notice to the challenger and the candidates whose certifications are being challenged. The hearing shall take place no later than three days after the Committee's receipt of the challenge. The Chairperson may request a member recuse him/herself from the hearing if such committee member has a conflict of interest. 2. Upon notice of a formal hearing by the Committee, the challenger or candidate whose certification is being challenged (hereafter party or parties) may submit affidavits to the Election Committee Chairperson, setting forth the charges and facts. Such affidavits shall be delivered by hand to the opposing party's home address. At the hearing, either party may present testimony supporting their position. No witness will be allowed to present evidence 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 and served it upon the opposing party in the manner as set forth above. Challenger will also be required to appear at such hearing at the same time that the witness must appear. At any hearing, the General Counsel to the Corporation or any attorney designated by the General Counsel, shall be present to advise the Committee, and any candidate or resident participant shall be entitled to be represented by counsel of his or her own choice at his or her own expense. 3. At such hearing, the Committee Chairperson shall be the presiding officer and shall make any ruling with respect to procedure. In the event a member of the

Committee who is present shall dispute such a 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. 4. At the conclusion of such hearing, the Committee may 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 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. If a candidate who is disqualified received one of the highest vote counts, the 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). 5. The decision of the Committee shall constitute the final determination on the qualification of a candidate, and the Committee shall report any such disqualification to the Board of Directors promptly in writing, stating the reasons therefor. The Board of Directors, by majority vote, shall determine whether or not it shall confirm the Committee's determination. The Committee shall certify the elected candidates to the Board of Directors of Riverbay Corporation. If there are no charges brought against the five candidates with the highest vote totals, such certification will be made immediately after the time to file a challenge has expired. If a challenge is brought against one or more candidates, then the Committee shall certify the candidates after the Committee has made its determination. Should the Committee fail to certify candidates, or to fill all the vacancies within ten days after election day for any reason, then the Board of Directors shall call a new election among the previously qualified candidates within thirty days, as it determines. 6. 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 complete and the result certified by the Committee 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. 7. 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. * These Election Rules were unanimously approved by the Riverbay Board of Directors.

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Activities in Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Activities in Room 49 unless otherwise noted Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing 10 - 11

Activities in Room 7 unless otherwise noted Crochet & Knitting

Mon., May 2

Word Games 9:30 -11 a.m. Bingo 12:30-2:00 p.m.

Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m. - noon Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Weight Management 10 - 11:30 a.m., Bartow Main Office Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

a.m., Rm 45

Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m. Word Search 11 a.m. -

Stay Well Exercise

12 p.m. Bingo 1:00 - 3:00 p.m., Rm. 35 Pokeno 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., Rm. 35

NEW! Adult Coloring Book

2nd Monday - 1:00 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m.

Tues., May 3

Word Games

Wed., May 4

10 - 11 a.m., Rm. 2

Bereavement Counseling

Apple juice, Italian meatballs w/beef and turkey, Pasta Steamed green beans Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit Alt: Veggie burger patty

Chicken Tso’s chicken Fried brown rice Oriental Blend

Tues, May 3

Orange juice Grilled Caribbean chicken breast Rice a Roni, Vegetable mix Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit Alt: Egg salad

Lemon pepper fish Classic macaroni salad Chick pea salad Whole wheat dinner roll

Wed., May 4

Apple juice Stuffed cabbage w/beef Mashed potatoes Steamed carrot Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit Alt: Tuna fish salad

Beef meatloaf w/mushroom gravy Baked potatoes Vegetable mix

Thurs., May 5

Orange pineapple juice Tuna salad Four bean salad, Garden salad Ranch dressing fat free Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit Alt: Egg salad

Breaded chicken breast Lettuce & tomato Roasted sweet potato fried Whole wheat hamburger bun

Mother’s Day Celebration Non-Kosher only

Mother’s Day Celebration Chicken Cordon Bleu Broiled Rosemary potatoes Caesar salad Juice & dessert

Rm 4 – 11:00am

Diabetes Support Group 1:00 p.m. – Last Monday of the month Gentle Yoga 1:15 - 2 p.m., Rm. 2

Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Intermediate Yoga 2 - 3 p.m.

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

Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45

Bingo 12:30-2 p.m. Walking Club

NEW! Adult Coloring Book

Matinee Movie

Rm 4 – 11:00am

10:30-11:30 a.m.

10 a.m.-noon, Rm. 45

Alert & Alive

Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd

Karaoke by Steven

Cultural Dance 10:30 –

1 p.m. - 2 p.m., Rm. 45

11:30 a.m., Aud. B

10:30-11:30 a.m.

Mind Teasers

Tues.

Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

3rd Wed., Rm. 31, 9-10 a.m. Word Games 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m.

Line Dancing 11 a.m. 12 p.m. Bingo 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

NEW Green Life Trail Fitness instruction

12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Afternoon Movies

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m. NEW! Adult Coloring Book Rm 4 – 11:00 a.m. Sewing 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Tai Chi 11 a.m.- 12 p.m. Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 African Brazilian Dance w/Leona Hull, Room 2, 1-2 p.m. Art Class 1-3 p.m.

Spelling Bee 10 a.m. Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Computer Lab

Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

NEW Walk Group Starting April 6, 9:30 a.m. (Meet in Rm. 40)

1-3 p.m. w/popcorn

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30

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

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise

a.m.

Word Games 9:30 a.m.-

Blood Pressure 10 -11:30

11:30 a.m.

10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

Line Dancing 10-11

Chat Session 9:30 a.m.-

Grandparent Connection 1st & 3rd Thurs.,

a.m., Aud. A NEW! Adult Coloring Book 11:00 a.m., Rm. 4 Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club 1:30-4 p.m.

1 p.m.

Room 35, 10:30 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise Class Bingo 12:30- 2:00 p.m. Card Games 2-4 p.m.

11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Word search 11a.m.-12 p.m.

Karaoke by Steven Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

1 p.m. - 2 p.m., Rm. 45

a.m. 1st & 3rd Thurs., Rm. 8

NEW Purple Life Trail Fitness Instruction 1-2 p.m.

Fri., May 6

Mon., May 2

1:00 – 2:50 p..m, Rm. 13 Mind Teasers 12 - 1 p.m., Rm. 4

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Blood Pressure 1st &

Thurs., May 5

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Non-Kosher

Kosher

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

10 a.m. - 12 p.m. 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

Diabetes Support Group

Date:

Mothers Day Celebration @ Dreiser Loop

Mothers Day Celebration Auditorium B

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066 New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Fri., May 6

Upcoming Events/Trips JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Trip registration policy: Payments for trips can be made at all 3 centers. No refunds. 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 Assistance/SNAP (Food Stamps) – Fridays, May 13 and 27, June 10 and 24, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. First come, first served! 2049 Bartow Ave. (FREE) Circle of Care - Services for Caregivers. JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. – 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 13, Friday, June 10; Friday, July 8 and Friday, Aug 12. JASA 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 40, 1-3 p.m. Tuesday, April 26; Tuesday, May 24; Tuesday, June 21; Tuesday, July 19 & Aug. 23. (NEW) - An additional Smartphone Class has been added on Wednesdays starting May 4 at the JASA Bartow Avenue main office, 2-3 p.m. There are still four seats available for the beginner computer class in the Einstein computer lab. Please call to register, 718-320-2066, for either class. (NEW) Life Trial fitness classes with Damion will teach us how to use the LifeTrail fitness equipment on the Co-op City Greenway correctly – Tuesdays from 1-2 p.m. at the Greenway LifeTrail station behind Elgar Place, and Thursday from 1- 2 p.m. at the Purple LifeTrail station behind Building 10, 100 Debs Place. Costco – Tuesday, May 3rd, $5 (2 hours). Pick-up time change – Bartow, 11:00; Einstein, 11:15 and Dreiser, 11:30 a.m. (Must be a Costco member). Bronx Museum of Arts – Grand Concourse - $5. Thursday, May 5th; Bartow, 10:30; Einstein, 10:45 & Dreiser, 11 a.m. Dancer Simone Coonrod will perform to an audience produced poem. Snacks and tea provided. Mother's Day Celebration – Friday, May 6th; $5 in advance, $7 at door, 177 Dreiser Loop, Audit. B. Entertainment by: Everything Covered, raffles and gifts. Menu: Chicken Cordon Bleu, broiled rosemary potatoes, Caesar salad, dessert. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9:15, Einstein, 9:30 a.m. Central Avenue – Mon., May 9, $13.

Christmas Tree Store, Trader Joe’s, Amazing Savings. Bartow - 9:30 a.m.; Einstein - 9:45 & Dreiser -10 a.m. Co-op City Senior Services Annual Health and Wellness Fair: Tuesday, May 10, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop Audit. Pick-ups: Einstein – 1:30 & Bartow – 2 p.m. (FREE) Pelham Picture House – Movie – May 10. “My Name Is Doris” w/Sally Fields (Waiting list only). Dreiser Special Lunch and Gospel Show – Wed., May 11, $3; 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Non-Kosher menu: BBQ spare ribs, spiced sweet potatoes, sweet and tangy sautéed collard greens, juice and red velvet cake. Kosher upon request. Gospel led by Professor Gregory Hopkins, Original Fashions w/Raymonde, entertainment by DJ Woody. Seafood City – Wed., May 11, $3. Bartow, 11:15; Einstein, 11:30 & Dreiser, 11:45 a.m. Wal-Mart – Thurs., May 12th; $15. (Waiting list only). Fashion Show “Queen for a Day” – Fri., May 13, $5 in advance & $7 at the door, 177 Dreiser Loop Audit., 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. Entertainment by: DJ BIGG BENN. Delicious Hispanic menu: Rice & pigeon peas, rotisserie chicken, potato salad, dessert & beverage. Surprises & raffles. Pick-ups: Bartow - 1:15 p.m. and Einstein - 1:30 p.m. Tickets sold in the senior centers. ShopRite – Monday, May 16, $3; Bartow - 9:30, Einstein - 9:45 & Dreiser – 10 a.m. Target – Thurs., May 19, $2; Bartow 9:30, Einstein - 9:45 & Dreiser – 10 a.m. Metropolitan Museum of Art – Fri., May 20, $10; Bartow - 9:00, Einstein 9:15 & Dreiser -9:30 a.m. Museum of Modern Art – Mon., May 23, $20. Bartow – 9, Einstein – 9:15 & Dreiser – 9:30 a.m. Empire Casino – Wed., May 25, $5. Bartow - 9:30, Einstein - 9:45 & Dreiser – 10 a.m. Fairway – Thurs., May 26, $3. Bartow - 9:30, Einstein - 9:45 & Dreiser – 10 a.m. Spirit Cruise – Statue of Liberty Lunch Cruise – Friday, June 17, $65. Boarding time, 11:30 a.m. at Chelsea Piers, Pier 62. Cruise time: 12-2 p.m. Pick-ups: Bartow - 9:15, Einstein – 9:30 & Dreiser -9:45 a.m.

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997 Heartfelt Condolence – It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Josephine Collins, President of Peachtree Chapter of AARP. Josephine was installed as President in 1994. Under her leadership, the chapter grew rapidly. Peachtree is now the largest and most active chapter in the New York area. Our frequent trips to Albany, lobbying for senior causes has caught the attention of many local and upstate politicians. The chapter maintains an office in the Dreiser Community Center. It is run by volunteer members to provide information, to collect food donations for local soup kitchens and for recreation. Josephine held monthly meetings and provided information on various topics being sponsored by AARP – including guest speakers, local and national committee reports and printed material of interest to the community. She was a very active and vocal leader in the Co-op City community. Her service was held on Thursday,

April 28, at Community Protestant Church. Josephine was a living example of the AARP motto “to serve, not to be served.” To her family, we extend our deepest sympathy. We will surely miss Josephine. Get well wishes to Josephine Flowers. Heartfelt condolence to Dorothy Lonon on the passing of her sister (and our member), Carolyn France. To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493. 2016 Tour Activities MAY 29 – JUNE 8 – SOLD OUT … Alaska Cruise Tour (aboard the ISLAND PRINCESS)…11 days/10 nights; Air—Land—Rail—Sea from Anchorage (Alaska) through Denali National Park; sail 7 days; see Glacier Bay-Skagway; Juneau; Kelchikan; fly home from Vancouver, BC. Contact: Jean, 718-379-3742. —Delores Debnam

Einstein Cancer Fund Our next General Membership meeting will be on Tuesday, May 3rd in room 38 at 1:30 p.m. We plan to have a Bingo. If you have any questions as far as the Samson trip is concerned, we will be only too happy to put your mind at ease. Our departure time for Lancaster, Pa. will be 7:30 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Please be on time. It will be easier if everyone is at their stops by 7:30 a.m. Hopefully, the bus will be on time. We have made arrangements with the Olive Garden for our members’ luncheon on Wednesday, June 1st at 1:30 p.m. The cost per person will be $19. You will have your choice of the primo supreme menu presented to you.

Hoping you will enjoy everything from soup/salad to main entree and dessert. We will be going to Resort Casino on Tuesday, May 24th. The cost per person, $35, and receive a $25 casino slot play. Time of pick-up will be at the three usual stops. Please give us a call if there are any questions with regard to the above agendas. You can call Lydia at 718-671-3005 or Annie Eutsey at 718-320-1874. As always, give a call to the homebound and those in nursing homes. These calls cheer them up because they are remembered in your thoughts and hearts always. Good health and healings to everyone. —Lydia Ruas

Goose Island Seniors Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION EVENTS FOR MAY MAY 30TH - CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY MONDAYS: Book Sale Collection — Begins 5/2 Adult Program — Understanding Social Security, 5/9, 10:30 a.m. Knitting — 5/9, 5 p.m.; 5/23, 11 a.m. TUESDAYS: Toddler Time — 11 a.m.; 5/3, 5/10, 5/24; No Toddler Time 5/17 & 5/31 Teen Tech Time — 3:30 p.m., Every Tuesday Adult Program — 5/17, 10:30 a.m., Geneology WEDNESDAYS: Teen Program — 3:30 p.m., 5/11 (Digital Art); 5/18 (Paper Chair challenge); 5/25 (DIY Stickers) Tech Connect — 5 p.m., 5/11, 5/18, & 5/25 (Excel) Adult Program — 10:30 a.m.; 5/18 (How safe is your Password?) THURSDAYS: Teen Program — 3:30 p.m., 5/5, (Mini Piñata making); 5/12 (Build a Teen resumé); 5/19 (Teen mock interviews);

5/26, (Financial Literacy for teens) Tech Connect — 10 a.m., 5/12, (iPad Basics); 5/19, (How’d You Do That?); 5/26, (App Vice) Adult Book Club — 5/19, 1-2:30 p.m. FRIDAYS: Adult Coloring — 5/6, 10:30 a.m. Teen Program — 5/6 & 5/20, 3:30 p.m. (Anime Club) Adult Program — 5/13, 10:30 a.m., (Life Reimagined) Kids Program — 3:30 p.m., 5/13, (Inventors month: Printmaking & Gutenberg); 5/20, (Engineering Challenge: Angry Bird Catapult) SATURDAYS: Movie — 2 p.m., 5/7 (The Theory of Everything); 5/14 (Mamma Mia); 5/21 (The Guilt Trip) Kids Program — 5/7, 2:30 p.m., (Mom, Thanks a Bunch) Crafts for Tots — 5/14, 2:30 (Egg Carton Turtles)

The New York Public Library Baychester Branch • 2049 Asch Loop • Bronx, NY 10475 (Fully Wheelchair Accessible) HOURS: Monday - Thursday, 10-7; Friday & Saturday, 10-5. Libros En Español (Books in Spanish). HORARIO DE LA BIBLIOTECA: Lunes 10-7, Martes 10-6, Miércoles 10-7, Jueves 10-6, Viernes 10-5, Sábado 10-5, Domingo Cerrado.

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All members are welcome to play cards. If you know how to play, join us; if you want to learn, we can teach you. Kaluki - Tuesdays & Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. and Mahjong - Thursdays at 12:00 p.m. in our club room #39. There is BINGO with Stephen, Wednesday, May 4th, at 1:30 p.m., for our members-only, in our club room #39. Wednesdays are members only. The 4th Sunday of each month, members and non-members are welcome. Admission $1.25 for 3 cards and .25¢ each game. Win up to $7 or more each game and the full card is even more. Refreshments and snacks will be served. Las Vegas cards will be sold. Our new technology is working fine. Makes you feel like you are in a Bingo Hall. We are having a 2-day GARAGE SALE in 2 weeks - Friday, May 13th & Saturday, May 14th at 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. in room #39. Come and browse around, you might see something you like. We will appreciate any donations of clothing, jewelry, handbags, videotapes, CD’s, any knick knacks, etc., in good condition. People are starting to donate beautiful items for us to sell. Keep them coming. See Mary or Ann. 2 MORE Trips are planned for 2016 (1) A trip in 2 weeks to The HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE, NJ, Tues-day, May 17th - A Neil Simon Play, RUMORS. A very funny play and a great meal. Come and have fun on the

bus with Stephen. The bus is almost full. Only a few seats left. Tickets are going fast. Price $79. MENU: Yankee Pot Roast, fried jumbo shrimps, Tilapia DePhillip, chicken parmigiano, lasagna rollette, vegetable kabob. Pick-up: 9:00 a.m. at our usual bus stops: Einstein Loop - Asch Loop (by library) and Dreiser Loop (by the hardware store). (2) Eat a nice LUNCH with us at CRAB SHANTY AT CITY ISLAND, BX, NY, Thursday, July 21st at 12:30 p.m. Price $28. Menu: whole lobster, shrimps (boiled or fried), filet of Sole (boiled or fried), BBQ chicken or ribs, chicken parmigiana, or snow crab legs. All served with baked potato & vegetables, coffee, tea, cake or ice cream. Everybody is welcome to join us. Bring a friend. Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all members who celebrate their day in the month of May: Ruth Jenkins, Carol Haque, Bernice De Carmo, Mary Pilla, Gerald Ortiz, Josephine Betacourt, and Geneva Lindsey. For more information, call Goose Island Seniors at 718-379-9613 or visit us Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39. You may also call Mary at 718-379-4899. If there is no answer, please leave a message and she will return your call. Join our club for just $15 a year. Good health to all. —Stephen Roberts

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016

Passover Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Consider for a moment the people you have known who have had heart attacks. Someone in your office, perhaps a relative or a close friend? Think how many of these are now back at work and leading active and nearly normal lives. Yet today many of us have an unreasoning fear of heart disease. So much progress has been made in research and therapy that there is actually less and less reason for unwarranted fear. We are learning about the healing of the heart faster tnan ever before. We know that the heart is remarkably strong and resilient. Look at the

facts. Highly refined medical and surgical techniques are now available to correct many heart defects. With proper care and with disciplined living habits, peope with damaged hearts can now look forward to enjoying long and fruitful lives. All of this is part of learning to substitute for our irrational fears a real determination to look at them under the floodlight of truth and thus to begin dispelling them. We must learn to have confitdence in ourselves so that we can face the future unafraid and help make our lives as long and fulfilling as possible.

Young Israel Schedule for the Last Days of Passover Services on Friday, April 29th and April 30th will begin at 9 a.m. YIZKOR MEMORIAL SERVICES - WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY April 30 at 10 a.m. Rabbi Berl and the congregants of

Young Israel wish all in the community a healthy, delightful and meaningful festival season. May the holiday be bright with promise, blessed with peace and filled with hope.

Baychester Visual Arts Association If you would like to be more creative and enjoy drawing and painting you could derive much pleasure from attending classes at BVA. Art classes are held every Tuesday, in room 5, in the Dreiser Community Center. Our next session starts on Tuesday, April 19th. You can choose from the 2 class schedules which are 1 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 3 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 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 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; maybe even the city â&#x20AC;&#x201C; given the quality of instruction offered. Mr. Moses Groves, BVAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s own art instructor, is 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. In the month of June, we will have our paintings on display at the Baychester Library in celebration of Bronx Month. Come and see the artwork and we know you will be impressed with the fine quality of paintings. 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 donation â&#x20AC;&#x201C; tax deductible, and feel the satisfaction of being a creator and/or patron of the arts. All checks should be made out as indicated above. If you would like more information about classes or membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; artwork, you can call Moses Groves at 201-862-0847. Science is for the body and art is for the soul. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sylvia Lochansky

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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. SHABBAT ends today, April 30th, at 8:35 p.m., which is the Last day of Passover. On Saturday, April 30th, YIZKOR SERVICE is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Please come to the Synagogue and remember your dearly departed. Candle Lighting for Friday, May 6th is 7:39 p.m. The Synagogue has Services Friday night at sundown, Saturday morning at 9 a.m. After services, we always have a snack. We need all Jewish men over 13 years old, if you can give 2 hours Saturday between 10 a.m. and noon, we need your help to make a Minyon, it would be a blessing. Good and Welfare: We sell TREE

CERTIFICATES in Honor or in Memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazol Tov to all having Simchas. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re feeling under the weather, we wish you a speedy recovery. We are sorry to report the passing of Mimi Berlofsky. We wish her husband, Jerry, and son, Rodger, no more sorrow. Mimiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Memorial was Sunday, April 24th. The Rabbi conducted a wonderful service. It was very touching. Coming Events: The Synagogue will have BINGO on Sunday, May 15th, at 1 p.m. The cost is only a $3 admission with refreshments. Also, there is a jackpot game which, for a full card, you can win $15 for the low cost of $2. Wishing all our members and friends good health, peace and prosperity. Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Gary Schwartz

Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club of Traditional Synagogue Try your Luck with the Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club of the Traditional Synagogue invites you to join us on to the RESORTS CASINO in Atlantic City on Sunday, May 29th, Memorial Day Weekend, which is the start of the Summer season. While in Atlantic City, stroll the boardwalk, visit other hotels and see the attractions. Our bus is the only direct bus to Atlantic City on a Sunday. If you went on other trips to the Resorts Casino, please bring your Resorts Casino card. Everyone in the community can attend our trips and functions. The cost for the trip is $35 per person. Receive a $ 25 slot bonus. You need a RESORT CASINO card or a

Government ID, Passport, Non- or Driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License to receive the bonus. On the bus, we provide a drink, snack, play bingo, 50/50 raffle, and show a movie. We leave Einstein Loop at 8 a.m. by the supermarket, Asch Loop, 8:15 a.m. by the library, and Dreiser Loop, 8:25 a.m. by the hardware store. For reservations, call Gary at 718671-8424 or Bruce at 718-320-2234 Please make out check or money order to Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Club Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B lobby, Bronx, NY 10475. Wishing everybody, peace and good health. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Gary Schwartz

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Pentecostal Tabernacle Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle, 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475, Tel.: 718-324-0334; or Ch.: 718-320-4218, cell: 646-3456707. The pastor and saints welcome everyone to attend services at the above name church on the following days. Sunday morning: Sunday School will start at 10:30 for all age group. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m. Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning starting at 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Prayer meeting and Bible study will also be held every Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m. Youth service every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend these services. Focus: The church is a privileged people who have been buried and risen in Christ, which enables them to walk in the light of his love, forgiveness and redemption. Colossians 2:6 As ye therefore received Christ Jesus the Lord, so walk ye in him. In Colossians 2:7 “Those who live in Christ are “rooted” in him, they are also “built up in him” Meaning, it is a continual process where one grows in God’s grace. They are established and strengthened in faith because faith makes things move. The result of trusting an unseen God benefits the believer greatly in which they abound with thanksgiving, they overflow with thankfulness because God always remain true. Apostle Paul stressed the importance of avoiding false teaching that steer

the believer to incorporate poor philosophy and ultimately rob them of their joy in Christ. Colossians 2:8 reads, Beware lest any man spoil you through philosophy and vain deceit, after the tradition of men, after the rudiments of the world, and not after Christ.” Now because we are embracing the fullness of Christ, we recognized that God is a reality. Thus now, we possess the spiritual completeness all humans are able to obtain, not needing to adapt teachings that are not spirit lead. In Christ, we have a new birth. The Old Testament’s sign of a new life was the covenant of circumcision. The New Testament identifies the believer by baptism as the saving work of Christ, specifically by his death, burial and resurrection. Apostle Paul reflects that one did not have to add man-made obligations to the victory Christ. Jesus’ death on the cross gave all people freedom to live above sin. If the Son therefore shall set you free, you shall be free indeed. (St. John 8:36) Knowing this that our old man is crucified with him, that the body of sin might be destroyed, that henceforth we should not serve sin. For he that is dead is free from sin. (Romans 6:6-7) Christ is all sufficient and offers mankind an opportunity to enjoy life with him. Wisdom that reigns within us, is because we have a reason, hope and trust in our walk in Christ. Let us therefore, remain stablished in the faith, as we have been taught, abounding therein with thanksgiving.

Building 21 Association A Better CO-OP City All of us want a better CO-OP City, and the best way to have that, is to be informed and take advantage of the infrastructure that protects and guides us… “We” the people of CO-OP City, have chosen to live here, in a cooperative community. We are not tenants; we are cooperators and shareholders. CO-OP City is the best kept secret in New York, hands down. We must cooperate with each other in order to make and keep our community one of the best places to live in New York. How do we do that? Our intention is to answer that question in The Tank…THINK TANK at Building 21 needs your input. Come out and lend your intention to The Tank every Friday evening, 8:30 - 10 p.m. in the gathering room in the rear of Building 21B. Floor Captains will make CO-OP City work better… All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. CONTACT NUMBERS (FOR YOUR FLOOR ONLY) LIST ALL EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTE TO EACH NEIGHBOR

2. CO-OP CITY TIMES PLACE THEM AT EACH APARTMENT DOOR (Delivered on Saturdays) 3. ELEVATOR NOTICES READ THEM AND TALK TO YOUR NEIGHBORS ABOUT THEM 4. PROMOTE: MEETINGS, CLUBS AND GATHERINGS 5. ENCOURAGE YOUR NEIGHBORS TO: VOTE – VOTE – VOTE! IN THE RIVERBAY ELECTION MAKE CALLS TO THE RIVERBAY OFFICES SECURITY - 718-671-3050 CSO OFFICES - 718-320-3300 Azizen Pesach and Happy Passover to all of our friends and neighbors of the Jewish faith. We hope you have enjoyed the holiday which ends today. We are dedicated to the self-development and empowerment of every shareholder in CO-OP City. We are passionate about our community. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals A FORCE FOR GOOD. See you around the neighborhood! —Michelle Marbury

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Faith In God Church & Bible Institute 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! It's important to take time and celebrate who Christ is. He loves us more than anyone because He knows us better than anyone. As believers, we should be encouraged to imitate Him. Let's look at verses of scripture for motivation. Colossians 3:12-17 says: 12 Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13 Bear with each other and forgive one another and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. 14 And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity. 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in

your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts. 17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him. 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! Happy Resurrection Sunday! —Apostle Gladys R. Little

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by the NYPD’s Bronx Gang Squad, Homeland Security’s Violent Gang Unit, the New York Field Division of the Drug Enforcement Agency, and the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearm’s Joint Firearms Task Force into the years-long gang war between 2Fly and BMB which led to an enormous amount of fatal and non-fatal violence between 2007 and the present in the north Bronx, including shootings, stabbings, slashings, beatings and robberies, many of them committed within a few miles or even blocks from Co-op City. In announcing the indictments on Wednesday, authorities pointed to

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Johnnie Edward Wright, and from that union one son was born, Johnnie Edward Wright Jr. After losing her husband, Josephine moved north seeking better opportunities. Her first stop was the University of Rhode Island, where she worked and studied for a year and a half leaving before heading to New York City. Being raised by a Christian mother, Josephine vestal and later became a member of Saint Matthew Baptist Church where she was an Usher, Nurse, and 2nd Chair Church Building Fund. She attended Columbia University and worked there as a Lab Technician for 25 years. She met and married Charlie Van Collins, a gospel singer at St. Matthew Baptist Church; they lived in Harlem and the Bronx before moving to Co-op City in 1970. Josephine said serving others has always been a part of her life, and she still carried message taught by her mother. One was to treat others the way you want to be treated and always look after the elders and the children. In keeping with that message, she joined and became an active member of Community Protestant Church. She was an Usher, Nurse and

Co-op City Times / April 30, 2016 numerous murders over the last few years of innocent people, as well as rival gang members, including: a 92yeard-old woman killed by a stray bullet in her home on White Plains Road and 224th Street in 2009; a 15-year-old young man stabbed to death on East Gun Hill Road in 2010; a 17-year old young man shot to death at Eastchester Gardens in 2013; an 18-year-old young man shot to death near 232nd Street and White Plains Road in 2014; a 24year-old alleged gang member shot to death on Eastchester Road in 2014; a 23-year-old man killed while getting caught in the cross fire of a gang shootout on Ely Avenue in July of

2015, and most recently, the murder of a 47-year old man during a botched armed robbery at 215th Street and While Plains Road just last month. 78 of the alleged 120 gang members named in the massive indictment were arrested just Tuesday. All were presented to Manhattan Federal Court on Wednesday and will face numerous federal charges related to the illegal sale of narcotics, firearms, as well as the associated deadly violence they wreaked on the innocent people of the north Bronx. Captain James Keappock, commander of Patrol Services for the Co-op City Public Safety Department, said

Wednesday after the news broke: “Chief Apollo and I congratulate the federal agencies and NYPD Gang Task Force on the recent round up of over 100 known violent offenders. We’re certain these arrests will open up other paths to more comprehensive investigations, which will stem the crime and gang activity in the Northeast Bronx. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety gathers a great deal of investigative information which is shared with the NYPD. On a prior sweep of the Bronx not long ago, over 60 violent offenders were arrested, some of the intelligence used was credited to Public Safety Detectives.”

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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 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. Congressmen 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 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, 2016 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.

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President of the Willing Worker for 18 years, and volunteered with the Gloria Wise Boys and Girls Day Center. Josephine joined the AARP and became the President of AARP Peachtree Chapter 4997. She was also a Congressional District Leader and Regional Advocacy Coordinator of the Bronx; President, American Legion, Auxiliary Post 1871; Chairperson, JASA Senior Advisory Council and an advisory member of Caregivers Outreach Ministry Empowerment. She received hundreds of awards and certificates for her services. Josephine was a mother of three, grandmother of five, great grandmother of thirteen and great-great grandmother of two. She is survived by her beloved Jim Cummings, Jersey City, NJ; son Ronnie Washington, Bronx, NY; adopted daughter Emma Jean Lipsey Kemp, Atlanta, GA; five grandsons, Johnny Lama Wright and Tyrone Edward Wright of Lakeland, Fl., Keith Reshawn Wright of Newark, NJ, and Demark Kemp of Gainesville, Ga; cousin Freddie Mincey, VA and a host of adopted family and friends. Josephine Collins will be sorely missed.

Domestic Hot Water Shutdown Buildings 11 A, B &C Building 12 & Building 17

The domestic hot water service will be shut down in your building to replace the hot water sensors, according to the following schedule: DATE: TUESDAY, MAY 3 • 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. – Building 11 A, B & C • 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Building 12 • 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. – Building 17

Cold water, heat and electricity will not be affected. As soon as the work is completed, the water will be restored. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience in this matter.

—CSO (Dreiser Loop)

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