Co-op City Times 4/30/22

See 2022 Riverbay Board Election Supplement on pgs. 21-30

Vol. 57 No. 18

Saturday, April 30, 2022

2022 Riverbay Board Election Ballots Mailed Voting period is Monday, May 2 – Friday, May 20, 2022

BY ROZAAN BOONE

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Sec. Fudge, Schumer, Bowman & Hochul Announce Fed Closing of Co-op City’s HUD Loan Refinance State & Local Govt. Support of ReFi will Provide $124M to Make Repairs & Critical Investments in World’s Largest Housing Cooperative

mailed and will soon begin arriving in shareholders’ mailboxes in Co-op City.

Riverbay’s independent election contractor, YesElections, began mailing ballots on Thursday, April 28. The white ballot envelope, which has a light blue -

On Wednesday, April 27, 2022, United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia L. Fudge, U.S. Senate Majority Leader

For a replacement ballot, shareholders may contact YesElections at (800) 9554597 or, by email, at help+riverbay@yeselections.com.

announced that Riverbay Corporation, the management company for Co-op City; HUD; Wells Fargo; the Mortgage Insurance Fund of the State of New York Mortgage Agency, and NYC Housing Development Corporation closed on the quality and affordability for the over 45,000 residents. will be used for capital improvements, including upgrades to the HVAC, façade maintenance, and electrical systems.

HUD are committed to stabilizing the housing market nationwide using every tool at our disposal, including utilizing Federal Housing Administration mulloans in major metropolitan areas to smaller loans in rural communities and suburbs, HUD is proud to be a partner in creating and preserving affordable housing across the country.”

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Prepare for AC Season Air conditioning season is around the corner. Some shareholders encounter convector leaks due to condensate or dirt

Official ballot envelopes will soon begin arriving in shareholders’ mailboxes. Each envelope will contain a ballot and a postage paid, pre-addressed return envelope.

The 2022 voting period begins at 6 a.m. on Monday, May 2, and ends promptly at 9 p.m. on Friday, May 20. Shareholders have two options to register their votes – mail-in or electronically using their computer, smart phone or iPad. Mail-in ballots must be returned directly to YesElections in the envelope provided with the ballot, and must be postmarked by May 20, 2022 in order to be counted in this year’s election.

Election ballots must not be returned to Riverbay Corporation or delivered or given to a Riverbay staff member.

Electronic ballots must be transmitted and received by YesElections by 9 p.m. on Friday, May 20. Shareholders who choose to vote electronically will need the CODE and PIN included on the ballot mailed to their respective residential unit to cast their vote. Electronic voting will end promptly at 9:00 p.m. on Friday, May 20, 2022.

Only one ballot per residential unit is allowed by a shareholder of record as of April 8, 2022.

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Live Broadcast of Second Candidates’ Forum Tune in to channel 12 (MATV) and channel 591 (Optimum) on the Riverbay Crawler today, Saturday, April 30, at 3 p.m. for the live broadcast of the for the rebroadcasts of the forums. Voting begins Monday, May 2 – Friday, registered in this important community election.

In preparation for this year’s AC season, shareholders are encouraged to search “water leak sensors” online to research various products currently available on the market. These devices are easy to install, utilize wireless technology and can be paired with your smart phone to send a text and email alert when a leak occurs in your apartment.

Some shareholders have reported to Management that the water leak sensors they installed under their convectors have successfully curtailed exten––Riverbay Management

NY Court of Appeals Rejects State Congressional Map New York’s highest ranking court rejected the proposed Congressional District, State Senate and State Assembly maps on Wednesday, April 27, 2022.

The New York State Court of Appeals found that the Congressional District map illegally favored Democrats, and thus was a violation of the 2014 amendment to the state constitution, which banned partisan gerrymandering.

“The congressional map violated the constitutional prohibition on partisan gerrymandering by packing Republican voters into four districts while ensuring there were ‘virtually zero competitive districts.’ Supreme Court declared all three maps void, enjoined the State respondents from using the maps in the impending 2022 election, and directed the legislature to submit new ‘bipartisanly-supported’ maps that meet constitutional requirements for the court’s review by a particular date,” the majority opinion wrote in their ruling.

In a close vote of 4-3, the court’s ruling will likely alter the timeline of New ability to successfully move the Primary Election to August. Originally, the New York State Primary Election was scheduled for (Continued on page 4)

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New Yorkers in an increasingly expensive housing market,” said U.S. Senator Schumer. for Co-op City, which will help maintain the quality, viability and long-term affordability of this one-of-a-kind community. The deal will also improve the lives of the residents by allowing repairs and other improvements to be made, all while providing affordable housing for generations to come. We haven’t proud to announce its closure.”

“Co-op City is truly a one-of-a-kind community, home to the largest affordable housing cooperative in America and more than 45,000 constituents that I am honored to serve,” said Congressman Jamaal Bowman Ed.D (NY-16).“It is imperative that the Co-op City community has the funds needed to maintain their affordable housing and commercial space, which supports all who live there. I am proud to have worked alongside the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development under Secretary Fudge’s leadership, Majority Leader Co-op City is a prime example of what cooperative housing can look like across support making this community even more sustainable, livable and affordable.”

“My administration is committed to maintaining access to safe, quality affordable housing that enables New Yorkers to live with the dignity they deserve,” Governor Kathy Hochul said. “This transformative injection of capital funding will allow us to modernize Co-op City, the largest housing cooperative in the world, and ensure long-term affordability for its 45,000 residents.”

“One of HUD’s top priorities is the preservation of affordable housing, families,” said Alicka Ampry-Samuel, HUD Regional Administrator for New York and New Jersey. “It is also crucial that this development remain safe and residents continue to live in updated, quality units, made possible by HUD ments and will be able to enjoy their community for many years to come.”

“This loan will assist us to maintain our buildings and infrastructure while reducing the need for our residents to pay huge fee increases,” said Co-op City Board President Bernard Cylich. “On behalf of the Board of Directors and who have supported us and worked together to get this loan closed.” for Co-op City,” said Alan Wiener, Head of Multi Family Capital for Wells moderate income housing is unparalleled in the industry. We would like to congratulate our elected partners, Senator Schumer, Representative Bowman and Governor Hochul, as well as our agency partners at HUD, New York State, and New York City who worked with us to make this possible.”

“I am enormously proud of this partnership that will protect affordable homeownership at Co-op City for another 35 years,” said Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas. “In addition to keeping much-needed capital repair projects to ensure that all 15,372 homes remain from the ability to live affordably in this bustling and diverse community while building equity to pass down to their children. Thanks to our private and public partners, Co-op City will continue to deliver economic opportunities for the Bronx’s hard-working families for decades to come.” isting affordable housing stock at a time of urgent need,” said HDC President this preservation effort will ensure lasting affordability and extensive capital repairs that will provide housing stability and improved quality of life to the thousands of New Yorkers that reside in this dynamic community.”

The 2012 Wells Fargo mortgage loan to Riverbay Corporation, which owns Co-op City, was the largest ever insured under the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s Sec. 223(f) program, which protects lenders against loss on mortgage defaults at multifamily properties.

The restructured $621.5 million mortgage loan from Wells Fargo extends the term of affordability for an additional ten years and provides $124 million for the cooperative to undertake critical capital repairs. With 15,372 homes, Co-op City is the largest cooperative housing development in the world. The Mortgage Insurance Fund of the State of New York Mortgage Agency, which is part of New York State Homes and Community Renewal, and the New York City’s Housing Development Corporation, will provide credit support with $55 million and $15 million coverage of the loan, respectively. The loan includes $15 million for immediate capital repairs, including approximately $10 million for balcony and façade repair, $2.5 million for the replacement of residential water pumps and $2.5 million for the replacement of garage elevators. The loan also includes $109 million to replenish a reserve account for future repairs, all without raising maintenance charges for residents.

Co-op City is home to over 45,000 residents on 320 acres – the single largest co-op development in the country. The site has multiple schools, three

commercial malls, and its own power plant. It has provided tens of thousands of families the opportunity to grow up in a stable middle-class community. that same opportunity and provide proceeds to make capital investments that The New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC) is the nation’s largest municipal Housing Finance Agency and is charged with helping public housing stock under the NYCHA Permanent Affordability Commitment housing units using over $28 billion in bonds and other debt obligations and provided in excess of $3 billion in subsidy from corporate reserves and other available funds held by the corporation. HDC ranks among the nation’s top issuers of mortgage revenue bonds for affordable multi-family housing on Thomson Reuter’s annual list of multi-family bond issuers. In each of the last For additional information, visit: http://www.nychdc.com.

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Co-op City Times 2nd COMBING

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Earth Day Celebrated in Co-op City

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

Saturday, April 23, was Co-op City’s Earth Day Parade organized by Riverbay Corporation, Councilman Kevin Riley, the River Run Community Garden, the Girl Scouts and the Co-op City Little League.

The theme for this year’s celebration was “Investing in our Planet” and each speaker at the event made clear that “now is the time for the unstoppable courage to preserve and protect our health, our families, and our livelihoods.” They called on businesses of all sizes, asking, “What will you do?”

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

DSNY Safe Disposal at Orchard Beach The NYC Department of Sanitation will hold a Safe Disposal event at Orchard Beach on Sat., May 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Harmful household products such as paint, aerosol spring cans, strong cleaners, batteries, waste oil, and electronics, can be disposed of safely at a Safe Disposal event.

Registration is now required.

Visit on.nyc.gov/SAFE-BX, send an email to events@dsny.nyc.gov or call 646-885-4503. Registration must be produced on location.

Masks must be worn.

of the event and expressed how his experience as a father and his children’s experimentation with plant Vanessa Gibson, who expressed her excitement about participating in the parade. “Every setback is

Covid Testing Van Covid-19 testing unit daily in Co-op City from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. on a rotating basis, as follows:

Appointments are not required.

Walk-ups are welcome.

Scan the QR code on the side of

preparation for a comeback, and we have to be ready for a comeback like never before,” she exclaimed. ing them for being a family.

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League, tied baseball to family, saying that it is about “working hard and developing habits that will last a lifetime…and making memories you’ll remember the rest of your lives.” Kicking off the procession from the Greenway to the Little

paperwork, or a health care professional can assist you on board.

Masks Mandatory in Co-op City Common Areas Shareholders, help protect yourself, family members and your neighbors, especially those who are elderly. Please, wear a face mask while in the common areas, including elevators, laundry rooms, stairways, hallways, lobbies, community centers and garages. In addition, shareholders and their guests must observe social distancing. No more than four people per elevator ride or in a laundry room simultaneously.

Masks must be worn properly, covering both your mouth and nose.

Failure or refusal to wear a mask when approached by a ance of a $50 Community Fine.

League, every kid who came here knew Topper, they knew him as someone who hard work and dedication to the community.

Co-op City’s Earth Day celebration encouraged shareholders and those in attendance to rethink their relationship with the Co-op City planet.

Photos by P.M. Campbell and Gail Sharbaan

JASA lunch services officially resumed at the Bartow Community Center on Monday, April 25.

Photos by Brandon Ortiz

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of Directors each for a term of three years.

The eleven candidates running in the 2022 Riverbay Board election are Raymond Tirado, Lynette Wright, Blossom Johns, Mary Pearson, Ezekiel Springer Jr., line Smith and Michelle Marbury. The order in which the candidates’ names will appear on a ballot was determined by lottery at the Candidates’ Meeting held on Monday, April 18. The order will be automatically rotated on ballots.

This year’s quorum requires 5,022 ballots.

The initial vote count, as recorded by YesElections, will be provided to the 2022 Election Committee on Wednesday, May 25. The committee will then con-

Send your questions for consideration to be asked at the Candidates’ Forums to the 2022 Election Committee at Riverbay2022election@riverbaycorp.com. p.m. and it was broadcast live to the community on channel 12 (MATV) and channel 591 (Optimum).

The second Candidates’ Forum is being held today, Saturday, April 30, at 3 p.m. and it too will be broadcast live to the community on the Riverbay Crawler – channel 12 (MATV) and channel 591 (Optimum)

publicly on Thursday, May 26. If a quorum is not met, however, the 2022 Election Committee may opt to extend the voting period.

The initial count will include the total number of ballots cast, the total number

All of the forums will be rebroadcast to the community on the Riverbay Crawler to give shareholders who may have missed the live broadcasts the opportunity to get to know the candidates seeking their votes.

Shareholders who would like to submit questions for the candidates to be asked at the May 4th Candidates’ Forum may send them to riverbay2022election@riv-

Following the review of the vote count, the Election Committee will certify to the Board of Directors that a quorum was obtained, the total number of votes cast, -

To help make this year’s quorum of 5,022 ballots, the 2022 Election Committee is offering a $500 voting incentive to the building or townhouse association with the highest voter turnout. In addition, shareholders in the winning building or townhouse cluster will be entered into a random electronic drawing for three prizes – First Place: $300; Second Place: $200 and Third Place: $100.

In addition to Director Jones, the other members of the 2022 Election Committee are Yvonne Allen, John Gale, Denise Gerrald, Sandy Krasnove, Marita Taylor, Jarasia Wilson and Dorian King. The committee is assisted by Riverbay General Counsel Jeff Buss.

three-year terms on the Board. the weekly Co-op City Times. This issue of the paper carries the supplement on and Saturday, May 14th issues of the newspaper.

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June 28 with an early voting period starting June 18.

Court can swiftly develop a schedule to facilitate an August primary election, allowing time for the adoption of new constitutional maps,” the judges wrote in their decision.

With New York’s highest court rejecting the three proposed maps, the redistricting process will now rest with a “special master,” who will be chosen by the court.

That “special master” will be tasked with redrawing the Congressional District, State Senate and State Assembly map in time for the 2022 election cycle. The court tained that the process would be completed “with due haste.”

Supporters of the lawsuit deemed the ruling a victory for Republican legislators and voters statewide.

“Despite Democrats’ attempts to inject partisan politics into this process, New Yorkers will now get what they voted for,” Robert Ortt, State Senate Minority Leader, said in a statement after the court decision. “We look forward to a special master producing fair, independent maps for the people of New York.”

State Democrats acknowledged Wednesday’s ruling as well.

“We are reviewing the decision,” Mike Murphy, a spokesman for State Senate Democratic majority leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, said on Wednesday in a statement. law on February 3. The maps were prepared by state legislators after the New York State Independent Redistricting Commission (NYSIRC), which was origia deadline in January.

Did You Register? Summer Rising Enrollment Is Currently Open Enrollment is currently open for parents to sign their child up for this year’s expanded Summer Rising program.

Children enrolled in the Summer Rising program can expect their days to include “academic support, social emotional learning and enrichment activities,” according to the NYC Department Of Education (NYCDOE). The program will also provide Parents can inquire about Summer Rising through their child’s respective NYC public school or by calling 311. Parents also have an option to enroll their child online: nycenet.edu/surveys/summerrising.

Summer Rising will be available to all students, including those with disabilities, in K-8.

NYCDOE and the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) are working in tandem to deliver the program this summer.

Mayor Adams announced earlier this year that he was expanding Summer Rising to help build on the momentum of the Summer Youth Employment Program; and ultimately establish an infrastructure that provides city youth with enriching summer opportunities for many years to come.

The elementary, or grades K-5, Summer Rising program is a seven-week program beginning July 5 and running until August 19. Program hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Monday to Friday, plus extended day enrichment until 6 p.m. for children whose parents work later. Week seven in this version of the program will incorporate various The middle school, or grades 6-8, Summer Rising Program is a six-week program that starts on July 5, runs until August 12 and operates from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m., Monday to Friday. Extended enrichment runs until 6 p.m. as well for parents who need more time to pick up their child.

Equally important, all DOE students who have an Individual Education Program (IEP) that recommends an extended school year will have an opportunity to engage in “specialized instruction, related services and social-emotional learning,” accordJuly 5, end August 12 and run from 8:10 a.m. to 2:40 p.m., Monday to Friday. The program for students with 12-month IEPs in Districts 1-32 also runs weekdays from July 5 until August 12, but their days start at 8:10 and end slightly earlier at 2:10 p.m.

The NYCDOE also recently released the transportation plan for the Summer Rising

program. Eligible students will receive daily busing to and from their Summer Rising site for the duration of the program. Parents must sign their child up before May 22 dents are eligible for transportation:

an approved exception for busing. their grade and distance from the school location.

Students who were assigned MetroCards during the school year will also be given one at their Summer Rising site.

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The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor,

Letters to the Editor

verify the authenticity of the authors. Anonymous – • or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters • cannot – exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters are solely the writer’s and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times

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one source cautions, is allegedly concerned about housing affordability for the next generation, but not affordability for low-income people. Instead, theirs is a “trickle-down housing market drives down rents. However, other conse-

To me, the word “cooperation” means working together as a means of getting things done. However we, as co-operators, appear to have a problem doing just that.

We have seen signs in various public places, saying, “If you see something, say something,” especially when you are aware of issues that have the potential of affecting your community negatively. If you don’t say or do any-

it is clear who stands to gain the most. proposed and approved development impacting our area. faced a few years back. Where does it stand now? What

calls, e-mails, snail mail or fax. If you don’t do any of these things, then you give up your right to complain or criticize.

If we want to be a “viable community,” we must include building associations, churches, social groups, clubs etc. the most constructive means possible.

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development.

In response to the shareholder who commented last What is going on with all the trash thrown from winclose to the portico area, all visible while walking the foot path? These individuals do not care about the curb appeal of our community. These areas are becoming eyes sores – something needs to be done. It attracts pests and diminishes the hard work being done to keep our community clean.

We play a major role in our curb appeal and this probwindow garbage throwers, dog owners who do not pick up after their dogs, it is infuriating. If you do not clean up after Folks are letting their dogs run unleashed all over our lawns.

To the adult dog owners, when you send your children to walk the dog, remind them to clean up after your dog.

This community was beautiful and folks who lived here cared about clean green grassy grounds. No more. People hang out all times of the day and night, leaving beer and liquor bottles, and trash behind. We have garbage receptacles everywhere, there is no excuse for this behavior.

Household kitchen garbage bags are placed in the trash

son revisiting her views on sex offenders, disinformation was at the root of negative accusations. Sources for information are critical to shaping an informed viewpoint.

If you viewed the hearings and listened to her testimony, it was crystal clear, her explanation for case analysis was comprehensive and impressive. We can only hope that all

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those guidelines and her decisions were based on the standards set, they were not outside any norms. There are numerous reputable outlets where this information is noted and the disinformation was refuted. With all the so-called the sentencing guidelines – don’t hold your breath.

In response to the comment regarding a positive motivation for “all women.” History has shown us that when

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time, denial, disappointment, the emotional toll, missed opportunities have elapsed just waiting, waiting and waitsource of the kitchen garbage bags.

I’ve witnessed and reported people coming from the private homes on Hunter Ave. and continually dumping Public Safety arrived, the individuals were gone, however, their address was provided to Public Safety.

Take pride in our community, this is a private community and it costs all of us to process other people’s garbage. What will it take for the caring shareholders to wake up, speak up, do something to change the trajectory of our community?

women, it was a long, long, long time coming.

To the other shareholder’s comment on the term “democracy” used in a letter the previous week, there was no reference to our country as a democracy. The context of the writing touched upon race, progress, exclusion, recogFor a system designed for “the people” to decide their fate, progress should never take this long. Any comments on the historical moment?

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Letters should address issues of insponsible. Letters should not personally attack others and must be written in a respectful manner.

Only signed letters will be considered for publication. The Co-op City Times does not publish anonymous material.

Submissions must include the writer’s address and phone number – which will Thank you for your cooperation.

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CCPD Offers Home Repair Tips for Smart Cooperators

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

Public Safety Report

Spring has always been known as a good time to begin home improvement and cleaning projects, therefore, cooperators may be considering hiring persons to help with these tasks. New window

some of the most popular projects this year. 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

partment 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 you can make meaningful comparisons. Remember you must have the permission of Riverbay Corporation to make any structural changes in Co-op City apartment. Please about intended improvements. Also, remember that your Co-op City apartment must be restored to the original condition no matter how nice any improvements are and you will be responsible for the cost of that restoration.

It is also important to make sure the contractor meets licensing and registra-

Public Safety Blotter April 17 – April 23, 2022

April 17 – 2047 Bartow Avenue

her return, the vehicle was gone.

of being threatened with a knife by

100 Alcott Place A cooperator reported returning to her rental vehicle and observing that her suitcase with personal items was removed by unknown

the suspect, recovered a combatstyle knife and placed the subject under arrest.

April 18 – Interstate 95 Underpass (off property) A cooperator reported that while walking home, an unknown male on a scooter rode up beside her, snatched a purse from her person and April 19 – 99 Darrow Place A cooperator reported returning to his parked vehicle and discovering the catalytic converter removed. are investigating.

April 20 – 2063 Bartow Avenue

487-4444, www.ci.nyc.ny.us/html/dca/home.html, or the Consumer Frauds

Rite Aid in the Bartow Mall and removed several items from the shelves and exited the store with-

records against an intended contractor or repair service.

tigating.

120 DeKruif Place A cooperator reported a package was removed from in front of his apartment door by an unknown in-

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 total price and schedule of payments should be included. Make certain you 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-to-door to seek you out or just happens to have material left immediate decision or ask 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.

With warmer weather upon us, it is a good time to remind cooperators that entering or remaining on the roofs of any of the buildings in Co-op City is a

delivery.

2061 Bartow Avenue A cooperator reported of engaging in conversation with three unknown individuals who volunteered to drive her to the supercart containing money inside of the vehicle while shopping and upon

vised to notify the rental company April 22 – 900 Co-op City Blvd.

A cooperator reported his package was removed from the lobby mailbox area by an unknown indelivery.

100 Erskine Place While conducting a sweep of the

loitering on the stairwell who did non-resident youth was taken into and a Juvenile Report was prepared with the youth being released to the parent.

April 23 – 140 Elgar Pl. A shareholder was sitting in her car when a brick was thrown and landed on the hood causing daman investigation and arrested two juveniles.

BLOTTER BONUS: Notice to all shareholders … it is illegal to enter or remain on the roof landing act is incredibly dangerous and penalties include receiving a Community Complaint which could in-

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

there is no legitimate reason for cooperators or their family members to enter the roof. All members of your household should be reminded that entering the

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

cooperators who have called Public Safety when they see persons on the roof.

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

would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and empass each other in the hallway or in the street. Maintain social distancing and shots. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. distance and wear masks or face coverings within the indoor common areas holders who fail or refuse to wear masks or face coverings over their nose and continued the mask-wearing mandate for the health and safety of cooperators and visitors. Wearing a mask or face covering is especially important in the public areas of the buildings including the lobbies, hallways, elevators and Be a good cooperator and be Co-op City Strong.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites: www.Indeed.com www.Glassdoor.com Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply directly at either site.

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Second Reading - Resolution #22-03 SUBMITTED BY: Bernie Cylich BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING: April 28, 2022 WHEREAS, The Board of Directors is entrusted with the custody of assets and administrative control of expenditures for the Corporation; and WHEREAS loss for the Corporation; and WHEREAS, Management recommends that community center space be rate; and WHEREAS, Management recommends that the rates at which community center space is leased be increased as per the attached chart as new lease agree ments are signed and thereafter all such rates shall be increased by the rate of NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the rates at which space is leased in the community centers be increased as per the attached chart as new lease agreements are signed and thereafter all such rates shall be increased by BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, community center space be made avail BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that notice of the increased rates shall be published in three (3) consecutive issues of the Co-op City Times; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect im TABLED

Lease Resolution #22-13

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Lease Resolution #22-15 SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Lambright & Francine Reva Jones SECONDED BY: Michelle Marbury BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: April 28, 2022 WHEREAS, St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church requested a lease renewal from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 155 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New York, to be used for Church Services; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is three years with a three-year renewal option NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 155 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated

by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay YES: Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Rosario, Saunders, Watson ABSENT: Coleman, Sampson PASSED

Lease Resolution #22-16

SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Lambright SECONDED BY: Rod Saunders BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: April 28, 2022

SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Lambright SECONDED BY: Rod Saunders BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: April 28, 2022

WHEREAS, Circle of Christ Church Inc. requested a lease renewal from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 147 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New York, to be used for Church services; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is three years with a three-year renewal option

WHEREAS, Christopher Robinson has requested a new lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 171 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New York, to be used as a summer camp, afterschool and dance class; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is 5 years with one 5-year renewal options with a 2 month rent concession and annual rental rates are within

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 147 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Circle of Christ Church Inc., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 171 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner and, Christopher Robinson, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay

YES: Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Rosario, Saunders, Watson ABSENT: Coleman, Sampson PASSED

YES: Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Rosario, Saunders, Watson ABSENT: Coleman, Sampson PASSED

Lease Resolution #22-14

Lease Resolution #22-17

SUBMITTED BY: Leslie Peterson SECONDED BY: Sonia Feliciano BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: April 28, 2022

SUBMITTED BY: Michelle Marbury SECONDED BY: Anika Green-Watson BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: April 28, 2022

WHEREAS, Church of the New Vision has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, to be used as a church; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is three years with a three-year renewal option

WHEREAS, Wise Physical Therapy PC has requested a new lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 140 Elgar Place, Unit A, Bronx, New York, to be used for Physical Therapy and medical services; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is 5 years with one 5-year renewal option with a 4 month rent concession and annual rental rates are within the

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Church of the New Vision, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated

by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 140 Elgar Place, Unit A, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner and, Wise Physical Therapy PC, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated

by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay

FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay

YES: Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Rosario, Saunders, Watson ABSENT: Coleman, Sampson PASSED

YES: Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Rosario, Saunders, Watson ABSENT: Coleman, Sampson (Continued on page 34) PASSED

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Leslie Peterson

Invest in Our Planet • Arts and Music Youth Programming at Coop City

Velocity Track:

• $3 million for Beacon Program at Truman High School

both a Today Future, In Our Planet.

Sales and Restoration:

Memorandum of Understanding:

Invest

“When you have decided what you believe, what you feel must be done, have the courage to stand alone and be counted.” –Eleanor Roosevelt

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Building 25 Association every day? Well, how about we celebrate “National Records and Information Management Month?” It is celebrated each year in April. Remember when your parents used to keep records, receipts and important papers in accordion folders and/or shoe boxes? Now, thanks to technology, there are all types of ways to store and manage your important papers and records. For example, you can create and name folders on your electronic devices whether it is your laptop, desktop, tablet or cellular phones. Along with creating these records, you can set expiration you need for future reference, such as leases, rental agreements, tax records, personal health records, legal documents, bank documents, insurance documents, etc.

We continue to encourage neighbors to attend their building meetings to get to know your neighbors and get information.

We wish all neighbors born in April a happy birthday. For those of you who are under the weather, we hope you get better soon. We continue to extend our deepest sympathies to families who have lost loved ones to the pandemic and other illnesses.

Our next virtual building association meeting will be held Tuesday, May 17, at 7:30 p.m. So, look out for detailed log-in or call-in information notices posted near elevators as we get closer to the meeting date. Remember, residents of Building 25 can always address any comments or concerns by logging onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com. If anyone has problems accessing the building email address, please let us know.

We will close with the following: “The human brain had a vast memory storage. It made us curious and very creative. Those were the characteristics that gave us an advantage, curiosity, creativity and memory, and that brain did something very special, it invented an idea called 'the future.” –David Suzuki ––Wanda Bailey

Building 9 Association you good health and happiness. We have enjoyed seeing you, serving you, and working with you. We look forward to a continuation of this partnership.

New York City Covid-19 positive test rates are inching upward. Masks protect you and your loved ones.

Building 9 Association members. Thank you to our resident Public Notary, Vice President Barbara Cloud, Executive Board members Linda Holley and Rosemary Bailey, and volunteers Gwen Anderson and Gabriella Concepcion who assisted in the process. Special thanks to Camryn who did an awesome job putting away table items.

Our 2022 Membership Drive is concluded.

Thanks for supporting the work of our building association and executive board. The 2022 Membership Rosters will be posted on bulletin boards. Should you have any questions or concerns, please speak with any executive board Barbara Cloud (center), Linda member for resolution.

Holley (right) and Gwen cult to accomplish our work.

I acknowledge our Anderson on “Notary Night.”

2022 volunteers: Barbara Cloud, Linda Holley, Rosemary Bailey, Wanda Randall, Miss Eloise Coleman, Janet Yarrell, Shirley McCann, Pam Bryan, Gwen Anderson, Shirley Johnson, Theresa Gorden, Evelyn Mavins, Dinora Tirado, Elizabeth Manning, Gabriella Concepcion (and Camryn).

Special thanks to Linda Holley and Wanda Randall who provided collection coverage above and beyond.

Our next general membership meeting is Thursday, May 12, 7 p.m. Please join us.

I spoke with Construction Department Director Ricky Jhakai regarding ongoing problems with the Building 9-B ADA-compliant doors. An assessment was conducted and I was told that the problem will be addressed by Management. If you notice any problems with the doors, please contact CSO as soon as possible.

After hours and on weekends, notify Public Safety, as unsecured doors present a safety risk.

Building 9-A elevator #1 modernization project is nearing completion; elevator #2 will begin soon. Please respect our property. Your dollars fund this project.

Please call for protective coverings when scheduling large deliveries that may damage the interior of the elevator.

The Annual Earth Day Parade was a hit. Mother Earth made her signature at the Rivers Run Community Garden after the parade. Thank you, Linda Holley and Janet Yarrell. We always enjoy spending time at the garden with Yolanda and Florence.

I received calls about a “weed van” on Bartow Avenue near Ely Avenue. My understanding is that the van is not breaking the law. I will follow up at the next 45th Precinct meeting.

CSO has set traps and bait in the garage in hopes of ensnaring Ricky Raccoon.

The Riverbay Board of Directors election is upon us. Please see the Candidates’ Forums. Read the candidate platforms in this publication. Make an informed decision. Vote.

Be respectful of others. Think before you speak and act.

––Linda Collins

Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry – 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pick up or after. It is a 30/31-day rotation, on average. Black Forum will text registered guests if items outside of regular distribution become available. All guests must present a pantry card to receive food.

Remember to bring at least four clean shopping bags with a handle and a shopping cart. We require masks and physical distancing. New registrants can receive food the same day they register. Please show a valid ID NYC card, a non-Driver’s, or Driver’s license with a 10475 address to register.

Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from 11:00 Registration is open at this location for Section 5 residents. in January. You must recertify to pick up groceries in 2022. No exceptions.

Required documentation is as follows: NY State Driver’s license, NY State NonDriver’s or NYC I.D (zip code 10475). Passports, Medicaid Cards, Medicare Cards, Job I.D.s and Access-A-Ride I.D.s are not acceptable.

Senior Farmers Market Coupons – Many of our guests receive Senior Farmers Market coupons through the Department of Agriculture. Organizations like ours distribute them in the summer/fall. The program provides access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey and herbs falling within certain economic brackets. Twenty dollars is the maximum amount each recipient can receive, which we know is not enough as prices skyrocket. That is why we encourage former and future recipients to join us in contacting the federal government to ask for an increase to $40 per recipient. You can have your voice heard by writing a letter of support in favor of the increase from $20 to $40. Please write in the letter how the coupons have helped you and how seniors need the increase. will send them out. Hours of operation are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00 a.m-12:45 p.m.

Plentiful App – Black Forum uses the Plentiful App to check-in and to send text messages to pantry guests. Some guests have mentioned that they are not getting text messages about our food distribution events. We do not own the program and cannot change it. Please contact the developers at info@plentifulapp.com if you are having issues with the app.

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

––D. Illis

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Building 21 Association 250,000 Signatures (AAACC/ Blue Horseshoe Foundation Jobs Training) The African-American Association is working with Blue Horseshoe Foundation to bring a “Ready to Work” jobs training program to Co-op City. Our Congressman Jamaal Bowman has issued a letter of support to the Foundation’s application for federal funding for the program which incorporates four industries – Finance, Infrastructure, Information Technology, and Transportation – to provide training and physical jobs. The programs, based in Co-op City, will serve the entire 16th Congressional District (through initial virtual platform). progress throughout our community. Now we need your help, to guarantee funding success. We ask you to sign the change.org online petition at www. peoplepunch.com. Our goal is 250,000 signatures.

Your family and friends can sign as well, to ensure the program’s success. Kindly go to the website now.

About Blue Horseshoe Foundation Blue Horseshoe Foundation, Inc. is an organization dedicated to bringing education and economic opportunities to lower income communities through various programs and initiatives that will educate individuals about homeownership, mental and physical health, and entrepreneurship. They are dedicated to building resources and partnerships that will enable and fortify families and build tive lives.

If you have questions regarding the 21 Association. You have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call: 347.504.1821. Attend the monthly general meetings via Zoom video conference. Everyone from all buildings plan to come and join us at Building 21.

Bring a friend.

For your Protection.

-

signed Floor Captains.

it is time.

All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact Numbers 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.

Public Safety: 718-671-3050 Be kind to one another.

––Theron Marbury

P.O. BOX 318 BRONX, NY 10469

National Council of Negro Women Civic Engagement and Public Policy – On April 28 at 7:00 p.m., we will be presenting a Zoom webinar discussing “New York State Courts Access to Justice.” We are pleased to have as our guest speaker, Honorable Edwina G. Richardson-Mendelson, Deputy Chief Administrative Judge for Justice Initiatives. Judge Mendelson was tasked in 2017 with ensuring meaningful access to justice for all New Yorkers in civil, criminal and family courts, regardless of income, background or special needs. To administers pro bono attorneys and other volunteer programs, Help Centers and resources designed to serve unrepresented court users.

This program will be free to the public. Meeting ID: 876 0369 6246, Passcode: Justice.

Bethune-Height Recognition Program – Our 47th annual BHRP Program will be held on May 21 at Russo’s on the Bay in Queens, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Reservations are $100 per person. We look forward to attending this program in-person this year so we can gather with all 18 of the NCNW sections from New York State to honor outstandof the funds raised are used for the maintenance of our national headquarters, located at 633 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. This program, presented by sections all over the United States, is and our National President for forty years, Dr. Dorothy I. Height. We are very happy that some members of our newly formed Youth Section will be atNCNW National – Our country is facing a crisis more dangerous than Covid-19! It is dangerous to our collective well-being and cannot be avoided. It is the crisis of democracy. Political scientists categorize the United States as a representative democracy. that citizens normally elect someone to represent them in making decisions at the national, state and 2020 election was tainted with fraud has done seup the infrastructure of democracy. That infrastructure needs repair. Voting is one of the most effective them accountable. That is why protecting the vote is so important. We call on every NCNW member, United States Senators to urge passage of comprehensive legislation to restore, protect and expand access and equity in the electoral process.

Social Media – our website: www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com: on Facebook: NCNWCoopcityBethune; Twitter:@ NCNWCoop City; Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: www.ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com.

––Joyce Howard

Join Us for a Day of Fun on One of Our Upcoming Trips!

June 18, 2022 I Left My Dignity in My Other Purse $130.00 Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, NJ Joyce Dewitt, renowned for her role as Janet in the iconic TV sitcom, “Three’s Company,” returns to the stage as main character in this play.

INCLUDES: Transportation, Served Hot Meal, Hot Coffee/Tea; Dessert, Tax & Gratuity

Sept. 10, 2022

David

Sight & Sound Theatre, Ronk, PA

$200.00

Come alongside this young shepherd on his journey to become a man after God’s own heart.

INCLUDES: Transportation, Lunch Smorgasbord @ Bird-in-Hand Restaurant; Shopping; Tax & Gratuity

2 PICK-UP LOCATIONS: 177 DREISER LOOP (Front of H&R Block) THE PARK @ 161st St. (Opp. Courthouse, btwn. Grand Concourse & Walton Ave.) PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIRED

FOR INFO., PLEASE CALL LESSIE HARRIS @ (347) 866-4625

Broun Place Townhouse Association Broun Place neighbors, good day and happy Earth Day activities were available. In the meantime, folks are not recycling correctly. This is evidenced by the incorrect disposing of garbage in our dumpster pad. Please mind your disposal of house garbage, paper stuff and glass and plastics. Mattresses need to be covered, furniture and electronics put neatly. Trucks do come around to pick up. Do not randomly litter bottles and masks as trash bins are abundantly available. Just when I thought we were doing better at the Section 5 underpass entrance to I-95 South, three or four large bags have cials. Cameras or monitoring of this location need closer observation.

The end of April means spring time, new beginnings and special happy birthday greetings to long Sajous and her team truly gave us a great and spectacular Riverbay holiday celebration.

Stop at our new signs at the entrance/exit to Broun Place circle. Stop at Bellamy and Broun Place and Benchley and Bellamy by the basketball court.

Our job is to vote in the Riverbay Board of Directors Election. The election news publications have begun. Election material began being published on April 23. The Candidates’ Forums’ schedule is on the front page of the April 23rd issue. Read the candidates’ statements and learn who these people are.

Voting responsibly is what each cooperator needs to do. Please prepare to do so.

If you want to protest something, protest the dumping of garbage around Co-op City. Please do not be part of this horror. Complain to 311, name for future generations.

Businesses control their mask wearing wishes.

There are postings on doors and near entrances.

Follow them because these places have the responsibility of telling patrons what they want. The data shows that Covid-19 masks and vaccines work.

Neighbors, our family has gotten the next booster.

Stop mixing politics and good sense. Check vacor call 877-VAX-4NYC, visit nyc.gov/covidvaccine. Seniors, register with the Riverbay “RUOK” Emergency contact programs. This is critical for those living alone or with a chronic ailment. Read and follow information in the Co-op City Times. It is also online at: http://issuu.com/cctimes.

Sincere get well wishes to all suffering from illness and/or physical problems. Check on your neighbors, too. Announce your important event here. The “Open Streets” city program is expanding so watch out for new areas that cover 300 + city blocks this summer. Keep dancing and better days are ahead! Wakanda forever!

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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Association of Building 14 Cooperators

NAACP

Reminder: to Darlene Dove for lending her notary service free of charge to seniors.

Summer Fun Day (SFD) T-shirt Sale: Have you collected Summer

Mission Statement: Our mission is to secure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Known as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), it profoundly affected

What was the most popular t-shirt? “Straight Outta Co-op City.”

Safety and Security Messages Fire Safety: Fires continue to wreak havoc across the city, so never let your guard down. Remember these three words: close the door. Doing so helps con-

Today is the last day to purchase or donate to the Popcorn Fundraiser at: poppinpopcornonline.com/store/store.php?sID=EGVRNI. Thank you to our meeting guest speaker, Dr. Mark Naison, Professor of African American Studies and History at Fordham University and founder and Director of the Bronx African American History Project, who discussed: Critical Race Theory – What Is It? And Why Are We Hearing About It Now? He

and hall stairway doors do not close fully on their own.

Front Entry Doors: Hopefully our front doors are operating properly as you read this article. If not yet resolved, stay vigilant about any suspicious person(s) or activity.

––Josie Ferguson

Building 13 Association We want to remind all shareholders that Riverbay still has guidelines in place regarding public space areas, laundry rooms and elevators. Please adhere to the guidelines.

Reminder: declaration. Please keep the pink copy for your records.

Summer Fun Day: Next on our agenda is completing the details and preparation of events for Summer Fun Day (SFD). Section 2 consists of Cooper Place Townhouses and Buildings 9-14, but everyone is welcomed to join the fun.

Back by popular demand, we will have a pop-up picnic. Information will be forthcoming to reserve a table for your family and friends. There will be a prize for the best dressed table. We have planned some different but exciting activities, so get ready. Brush up on your show tunes, commercial jingles or decade songs. You never know what will come up during “Name That Tune.”

Thank you to our vice president, Wendell Mattison, who set up the collection dates. We also appreciate those who volunteered for the collection, Lisa Rodriguez, Doris Sanchez, Elena Marrero, Annice Bailey and Leslie Peterson.

Truman Beacon Community Center: The Beacon Program has three seshours. After school hours: 3 p.m.–6 p.m.; community hours: 6 p.m.– 9 p.m.; space for their cooking class after school program held on Mondays and Tues-

in our own backyard. There is an upcoming event that will take place at the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum called: Slavery in the North: Pelham’s Hidden We will not and cannot stand for this injustice!

The NAACP believes without immediate reform, America’s policing and justice systems will continue to threaten and brutally end the lives of countless Black Americans – while facing minimal accountability. That is why the NAACP is calling on President Biden to sign an executive order ending qualito the communities they serve. Justice too long delayed is justice denied! The time to make our voices heard is now. Be part of the change and sign the petition now to demand President Biden act on police reform immediately! To sign the petition, go to NAACP.org.

NAACP Scholarships – The NAACP recognizes the plight of students caught between seeking their degree and the increasing cost of college. Lessening the burden for countless students faced with copious debt removes a barrier to entry and creates a world where possibilities are limitless. The scholarships range in dollar amount, academic interests and age. Whether students are graduating high school seniors or early in their professional careers, the with collegiate and post-educational endeavors. The applications will be open information by visiting naacp.org/scholarships.

113th NAACP National Convention: We Need You in the Fight: Each and every NAACP member makes a difference to the complex, ongoing work of advancing racial equality. Join this multigenerational network of activists dismantling structural racism by using your power to take action on the most pressing issues of our time. Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP.

p.m. Hurry and sign-up, as space is limited. For additional information, email: this what we wanted and were advocating for dating back several years? Well, ––Brenda Brown I think it is a beginning, however, if you do not use it, you may very well lose it.

Earth Day Parade: Last Saturday was fantastic. Mother Earth kept her word and gave us a beautiful day. This event was presented by the Rivers Run Community Garden in collaboration with the Co-op City Little League with funding proFamily Owned and Operated vided by Councilman Kevin Riley. Our amazing Mother Earth made an appearance and our Grand • Large Chapel • Pre-need counseling Marshal, Councilman Kevin Riley, marched and on premises bounced with Borough President Vanessa Gibson • Out of town services • Ample Parking to the Mardi Gras live band, Street Beats. Greenon premises Thumb Grow Together hosted a session at on UrA dignified funeral every family can afford.

• Cremations ban Berry management. Participants who traveled • Casket Showroom All areas are handicapped accessible from Brooklyn received strawberry plants, while on premises supplies lasted. Some watched the opening baseAmid ongoing concerns about the Coronavirus COVID-19, McCall’s Bronxwood Funeral Home is ball game or learned about composting and wild closely monitoring the latest reports from the CDC and is fully committed to providing the funeral and photo with DNK Events. Remember, every day is Earth Day. Visit our Facebook page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City.

Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. ConThank you for supporting our team.

––Leslie Peterson Riverbay Board Election Voting Period: May 2-May 20, 2022 Be sure to return your Ballot.

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Velocity Track Club Track Club! On April 3, 10, 16 and 24, we competed in the Colgate Women’s Games Series, which is the girls and young women. The games were founded in 1974 by Brooklyn’s legendary track coach, the late Fred Thompson, with an emphasis on education and athletic excellence, as well as the generous support of Colgate-Palmolive, which has remained the program’s title sponsor for nearly 50 years.

African-American Association of Co-op City This petition will win funds for us with your support!

We need more signatures to reach the next goal. Can you help? Petition Chuck Schumer to bring millions into our community. The African-American Association of Co-op City is working with Blue Horseshoe Foundation to bring a “Ready to Work” jobs training program to Co-op City. Please sign the petition at www.peoplepunch.com. Our goal is 250,000 signatures. Anyone can sign to ensure the program’s success. Congressman Jamaal Bowman has issued a letter to support the foundation’s application for federal funding of the program, which incorporates four industries – Finance, Infrastructure, Information Technology, and Transportation – to provide training and physical jobs. The programs, based in Coop City, will serve the entire 16th Congressional nomic progress throughout our community. All that

is needed is your signature. Your help will guarantee funding success.

Join us on these special dates: Saturday, May 14: Co-op City Spelling Bee Saturday, June 11: Juneteenth Celebration The African American Association sponsors the following programs for your participation (Contact instructor indicated below for updates): Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson – Contact: Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon – Contact: Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

Salsa Class with Keith Witherspoon – Contact: Keith, 917-561-6211.

Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena Sharpe-Hicks – Contact: Meena at 917-863-1507.

Co-op City Baptist Church “Gospel Line Dancers” with Joyce Smith – Contact: Joyce, 718-320-0714.

Be kind to each other.

––Theron Marbury

Velocity Track Club at the 47th Annual Colgate Women’s Games.

There is no entry fee to participate or admission charge to attend Colgate Women's Games, as Colgate-Palmolive covers all costs. Every competitor receives a complimentary competitor’s t-shirt, an athletic bag with Colgate personal care products and a commemorative ribbon for participation.

Colgate Women’s Games has promoted the transformational power of athletics, mentorship, and education to thousands of young female competitors through organized sport. Competitors can earn one of more than 100 educational scholarships awarded

by Colgate-Palmolive each year in $1,000, $500 and series.

After two preliminary meets held at St John’s -

Join Us

Mother’s Day Sunday, May 8th, 12 noon to 5pm

Music and dancing provided by “Don’t Stop the Music.”

Premium Cocktail Hour 12pm-1pm Women’s Games sweatsuit and a trophy. Plus, the top three points earners received educational grants.

Seafood Station • Chafing Station • Pasta Station • Wok Station Carving Table • Antipasto Table

Delicious Dinner to Include point earners and earned $5,000 in educational grants. ($1,000), Candice, Brianna ($500), Kenese, Serenity ($500), Cameron ($1,000), Khloe, Shyenne, Savannah, Ryann ($500), Madison T. ($1,000), Savannah B. ($500), Lyon, and Dakota. Great job to all who participated; you all are winners!

Our next meet is today, Saturday, April 30, at the Youth Challenge Series in Icahn Stadium. Come out and see your future Olympians! nation will go towards helping our children. Please support our youth so they can continue to do great things!

For additional information, please go to our Winston Dinkins, at 914-441-6196, or email me at WATCLT@aol.com.

––Winston Dinkins

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Building 12 Association Greetings. Hopefully, we will see the light at the end of this long dark tunnel.

Thank you, Tanya, Diane and Mrs. Anderson for taking the time to decorate our lobby for the holidays. Our Building 12 Executive Board continues to meet and discuss new ideas and ways to better serve you.

Remember to promptly remove your clothing from the washing machines and dryers. Large boxes and discarded furniture are to be taken down to the basement.

This is an election year. A very important year that will impact all of us both locally and nationally. More importantly, vote.

Our thoughts and prayers to all who have suffered a loss. Best wishes to everyone celebrating a special day this month.

We can be reached at mlsah@aol.com or 718-379-7841.

––Sonja Maxwell

Carver Loop Civic Association Hello, fellow shareholders. My goodness, where does time go? It has been a minute since we wrote an article. The pandemic has impacted all our lives in some manner, however, we hope you are experiencing a reasonable degree of good physical and mental health.

Please be mindful that COVID-19 and variants are still with us; if nothing else, please properly wear your mask, especially indoors, over your mouth and nose.

Our annual building association donation collection ends today. I hope you made your donation in your building lobby to an association member or followed the directions on the envelope that was placed under your door. Your donation makes many things possible in your building and community. which are due today. Failing to submit can result in penalties and increased charges. Please follow the instructions for the proper completion and submission Section 2 Annual Summer Fun Day on Saturday, June 25, noon to 5:00 p.m.; Rain date: Sunday, June 26. This is a community family event with activities for everyone, young and the more mature. There will be free giveaways, music, reserve and decorate your own table and bring your own favorite refreshments.

Food trucks will be available for those that prefer to purchase food.

Each building will take orders for Summer Fun Day t-shirts. We’ll be in our Building 11 meeting room May 1 thru May 30. Please check your bulletin board for exact dates and times, as well as a picture of the shirts. Adult t-shirts, S thru 3XL, $15 each; Children’s t-shirts, XS thru XL, $10 each.

Please be an active part of your community. Our Riverbay Board of Elections are coming up – attend or tune-in to community forums to learn about candidates, read the Co-op City Times and most of all, VOTE! Talking about voting, Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 28, 2022. Early Voting dates are Saturday, June 18 thru Sunday, June 26, 2022. Please check newspapers and mailings for more information.

We need a Building Association Voting Committee. President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary are up for nominations. However, we need a committee to spearhead this endeavor. The requirement for this committee is that you are a Riverbay shareholder, and your household has made their 2022 contribution to the Carver Loop Civic Association. Please advise us of your interest in this committee during our t-shirt sale dates, place your name and contact information in an envelope under the Association Meeting Room door or email your interest and information to Bcddh07@gmail.com.

Your support and participation in building and community activities are so important. You, the shareholder, are the life of this community!

We extend blessings to all. We pray that you remain, safe, well, blessed and an active part of your community.

Let us all be part of the solution for a viable, wholesome community.

––Deborah D. Henry

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Co-op City Little League Rivers Run Community Garden and Co-op City Little League Parade The Rivers Run Community Garden and the Co-op City Little League held their Annual Earth Day and Opening Day Parade on April 23. Grand Marshal Councilman Kevin Riley, and Gail Sharbaan dressed as the Earth Day Queen, band provided the upbeat jazz music during the procession. DJ Anthony Rodriguez entertained the crowd throughout the day.

Participants included Assemblymember Michael Benedetto, Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, former MLB player Stanley Jefferson, CCLL Board President Monica Vazquez, community garden volunteers and the Co-op City Little Leaguers. and memorial plaques were posthumously presented to the late Evered (Mr. J) Jefferson, Irwin (Topper) Toplisky, and Bruce (Coach) Lasky. Besides being former CCLL Board members and mentors, Jeff, Topper and Bruce are the league’s legends. Board members David Laskey and Hector Ayala did the presentations to the family members.

After the festivities, baseball games were played by the t-ball (6 and under) and farm (8 and under) divisions. Steve Ramirez and Matthew Pacheco coached the teams.

The major team (12 and under), coach Anthony Dawson, was victorious in its season opener, defeating the Parkchester LL team 13 to 8. However, the minor team, Coach Devon, came up short against the Parkchester team, losing 7-5.

Acknowledgement to the CCLL sponsors: Capri II Pizza, Payless Lq., Cozy Cottage, Sangria Cafe, Co-op Sales, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Bronx KIA, City For more information on the 2022 Co-op City Little League season, visit the website: coopcitylittleleague.com. In addition, you may email CCLL President Monica Vazquez, coopcityll@yahoo.com.

––Hector Ayala

Section 4 Partnership Please Tell Everyone! www.PeoplePunch.com Our chance to bring millions in funding to our community The African-American Association of Co-op City is working with Blue Horseshoe Foundation to bring a “Ready to Work” jobs training program to Co-op City. Please sign the petition at www. peoplepunch.com. Our goal is 250,000 signatures. Anyone can sign to ensure the program’s success. Congressman Jamaal Bowman has issued a letter to support the foundation’s application for federal funding of the program, which incorporates four industries – Finance, Infrastructure, Information Technology, and Transportation – to provide training and physical jobs. The programs, based in educational and economic progress throughout our community. All that is needed is your signature. Your help will guarantee funding success.

About Blue Horseshoe Foundation Blue Horseshoe Foundation, Inc. is an organization dedicated to bringing education and economic opportunities to lower income communities through various programs and initiatives that will educate individuals about homeownership, mental and physical health, and entrepreneurship. They are dedicated to building resources and partnerships that will enable and fortify families and build Calling all Building Association Presidents, Vice Presidents and Staff The next gathering of the S4P is on May 27 at 7:00 p.m. We must all in every section and every building show up for our building associations and committees.

We may be on Zoom or Webex or other modes of video conferencing, and for that reason we should all show up. You do not even have to leave your home.

You cannot beat that commute. We all owe it to our shared community. Think about this and make a silent pledge to get involved this coming year. We will email you the link to join the meeting. If we do not have your email address, see below and contact us.

S4P Mission Statement The Section 4 Partnership’s purpose is to promote a community of more than just neighbors, but as one family of many cultures that proactively embraces greatness and promotes neighborhood interaction. The goal of the organization is to offer solutions that will educate, elevate, inspire, and mobilize our community in unity, to sustain affordability and growth to remain environmentally sound and vibrant for generations to come.

50th Anniversary T-Shirts!

These shirts make a great gift any time of the year. If you do not have one, make sure you get one or two! Many buildings are celebrating 50 years of existence making up the largest cooperative in the country. We have 50th Anniversary t-shirts. The shirts are beautiful and on sale now with the Section 4 Partnership logo on the back. You will be proud to wear it. If you would like one or two, contact us by emailing: section4partnership@gmail.com or phone: 347-915-4939.

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

We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50, (lower level). Masks are required and temperature will be taken. The 11:00 a.m. service is also available on Zoom using the following information: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102, or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password 788175#.

Rev. Williams is encouraging everyone who calls into the Sunday Worship service or Wednesday Bible class to use Zoom, which can be accessed through your computer or by dialing in on your phone using the Zoom information shown above.

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

Adult Sunday School is held at 9:15 a.m. in-person and is also available on the Free Conference line at 857-357-0254, Access Code: 660065#.

Young Teens Sunday School is held at 9:30

a.m. and Junior Sunday School is held at 3:30 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study classes are at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Zoom and Free Call Conference Line shown above.

Thursday Prayer Warriors is at noon. You can join using the Free Conference Call.com Line: 857-357-0254, PIN: 660065#.

Friday Prayer is at 10:00 a.m. You can join using the Free Conference Call.com Line shown above.

Friday Evening Prayer Service is held at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to join using the Free Conference Call.com line shown above.

Co-op City Baptist Church will be celebrating Rev. Williams’ 30th Pastoral Anniversary on October 1 at Eastwood Manor located at 3371 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY. Donation is $100 for adults and $75 for children 5-17 years old. Children under 5 are free. Please contact Joyce Hamilton Williams at 718-671-1918 or Brenda Robinson at 718-671-1271 for additional information or to

purchase tickets.

In celebration of Rev. Williams’ anniversary, a commemorative journal is being compiled.

Charges for ads are based on page size, an additional $25 will be added for photos. If interested in placing an ad to honor Rev. Williams, please contact Sharon Clarke at 718-379-3341 or Brenda Mack at 718-320-1825.

Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Please continue to wear masks, practice social distancing and stay safe!

“God will strengthen us as we continue to travel through this storm. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” –Psalm 46:1 The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

––Hattie L. Lucas

Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A (main lobby), Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Tel. 718-324-0334.

Sundays: Worship service starts at 11:00 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held in the morning from 11: a.m.-12:30 p.m. Regular prayer meeting and Bible study will be held in the evening at 7:30 p.m.

Friday: Worship service starts at 7:30 p.m.

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

Focus: The giver’s great love.

“Paul exclaimed thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift.” –11 Corinthians 9:15 The Greek word translated “unspeakable” in the King James version has also been translated as indescribable, or too wonderful for words. Such giving is humanly incomprehensible.

Paul had been commending the Corinthians for their generosity in meeting the needs of others, but for the Apostle, nothing could compare with what

God has given through his son.

“What could a Holy God share with sinful humanity? Ultimately, with those who obey the gospel, the Lord will share Heaven itself. Eventually, for the redeemed people of God there will be a great inheritance in His Kingdom.” –Romans 8:17 And if children, then heirs, heirs of God, and joinheirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, there could be a joyful experience and fellowship a painful process of reconciliation. Something had to be done to bridge the gap between the two. God was determined to bridge the gap, to personally cross the great divide between himself and his creation.

“In the beginning was the word, and the word was with God, and the word was God… And the beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the father full of grace and truth.” –St. John 1:1, 14

Newsong Church What happens to you when you die?

I was about 8 years old and my grandfather passed after an illness. I remember my parents trying to explain the concept of eternity, but from that moment on, I realized that death was a cruel reality.

The truth is, people are still asking this question, and the answers can be so confusing. Some people believe that nothing happens when you die and you just cease to exist. Others believe if you are a good person you will go to heaven or paradise, while bad people go to a place of eternal torment or hell. Do we get reincarnated? Do we hang around as free spirits like in the movie “Ghost?” The only thing we can agree on is that death is real, and that fact and anxiety that they cannot enjoy being alive.

Over the next few weeks, we will be unpacking these questions and sharing some real hope in our new teaching series: “What happens to you when you die?” If you or someone you know is living in constant fear of the unknown, I urge you to join us this Sunday!

About Us… Newsong Church is a life-giving church in Co-op City! We love God, we love people, and we love demonstrating that love through serving others!

No matter what you have been through or where you come from, you are welcome here. Join us for Sunday worship and see why God’s family is no ordinary family. Check us out, we are located at 135 Einstein Loop!

Sunday Worship Experience Our Sunday worship experience starts with cel-

ebration. Colossians 3:16 says “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” That is our goal every Sunday! Our Adult Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Rm. 5.

Newsong Deaf Church We are happy to announce that we now have an adult ASL worship experience for the deaf and hearing impaired in our community! The singing, the message and the fellowship are all in American Sign Language and designed to help you connect with God! Our Adult Deaf Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Rm. 38.

Kidsong Kids are important to us, so we have created a place where they can learn about Jesus on their level. Every Sunday, pre-k through sixth-grade children experience safe, age-appropriate environments where the Bible is taught in a creative and relevant way. Kidsong starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Rm. 49.

NSCY N.S.C.Y. is Newsong’s student ministry. Middle and high school students will lead the next generation of the church and change the world. At NSCY, our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus. N.S.C.Y. meets every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Rm. 49.

For more information about Newsong Church: songchurchnyc.org; YouTube: Newsong Church NYC; Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter: @NewsongBX ––Pastor Mike Tolone

iah 9:6: “He came to live among his own creation as a human and gave Himself as a ransom for all because nothing greater he could give. He gave himself for our sins.”

11 Corinthians 5:19 states: “To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto Himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and committed unto us the word of reconciliation.” God could not overlook our sins; rather in his great –Hebrews 10:4 states: “For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins. An overcoming believer who walks daily with the Lord can have a rock– solid assurance of salvation, and can also have a glorious walk in truth and light through the indwelling presence of Jesus Christ.”

He is the truth, and He is the light.

––Rev. R. Sibblies

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2022 Riverbay Board Election 2022 RIVERBAY CANDIDATES 1. Raymond Tirado 2. Lynette Wright 3. Blossom Johns 4. Mary Pearson * 5. Ezekiel Springer, Jr.

2022 Board Election Schedule Monday, April 18 Monday, April 18 Saturday, April 23 Saturday, April 30 Wednesday, April 27 Thursday, April 28 Saturday, April 30

8. Rod Saunders *

Monday, May 2 Wednesday, May 4 Saturday, May 7 Saturday, May 14 Friday, May 20th

9. Monique Coleman *

Wednesday , May 25th

6. Ivy Gaynor 7. Aisha Ahmed

10. Jacqueline Smith Thursday, May 26th Friday, May 27th Wednesday, June 8th

11. Michelle Marbury * *Denotes incumbents

Certification Date for Candidates Virtual Candidates Meeting (8:00 p.m.)

Publication of Certified Candidates’ names in the Co-op City Times First Election Edition of Co-op City Times First Forum (To be broadcast live) Mailing of Election Ballots to shareholders Second Election Forum – 3 p.m., Dreiser Auditorium (In-Person & Live broadcast) Annual Meeting, Election Period & Voting Begin Third Virtual Forum Second Election Edition of Co-op City Times Third Election Edition of Co-op City Times Election Period Ends 9:00 p.m. (If No Quorum is reached, See Extended Voting Period below) Election Committee Virtual Meeting/Review, Certify and Final count of ballots (WebEx 7:00 p.m.)

Public Electronic Posting of Official Results 10 a.m.

Deadline to file electronic Challenges (5PM) Swearing in of Newly Elected Board Members

Candidate statements appear on pages 21–27 NOTE: THE VIEWS EXPRESSED WITHIN ARE SOLELY THOSE OF THE CANDIDATES AND NOT THOSE OF RIVERBAY CORPORATION.

BALLOTING Voting will be conducted by mail-in or online ballot Monday, May 2 – Friday, May 20, 2022.

BALLOT RETURN PROCEDURE To ensure the integrity of the election, ALL mail-in ballots must be returned DIRECTLY to YesElections in the stamped, addressed envelope provided with your ballot. Under no circumstance should your election ballot be mailed back or delivered to Riverbay Corporation, or enclosed with your carrying charge payment.

Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by May 20, 2022.

Online votes may be cast beginning at 6 a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2022 – 9 p.m. on Friday, May 20, 2022.

Please follow the directions included with your ballot to cast your vote online.

Election Committee Notice – Ask the Candidates The 2022 Riverbay Election Forums will be virtual. The Election Committee is accepting questions that will be read at the forums for the candidates to answer. Shareholders with questions for the candidates can email them to the Election Committee at least 24-48 hours prior to the forum. Please include your name and your best contact information. The email address is: Riverbay2022Election@riverbaycorp. com. Question should be directed to one or more of the candi-

dates by name(s), or directed to all of the candidates.

The three virtual Candidates’ Forums are scheduled to take place on: Wednesday, April 27, at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, April 30, at 3:00 p.m.; and Wednesday, May 4, at 7:30 p.m. They are broadcast live on the Riverbay Crawler, ch. 12 (MATV) and ch. 591 (Optimum), and rebroadcast at a later date. Please keep checking the Crawler for the rebroadcasts.

Extended Voting Period (Only If Needed Due to Lack Of Quorum) Begins: Friday, May 20, at 9:01 P.M. Ends: Friday, June 3, at 11:59 P.M. (10 A.M.) Friday, May 20 - Continue election (as of 9:01 P.M.) Friday, June 10 - Deadline to file Electronic Challenges to ElecFriday, June 3 - Election period ends at 11:59 P.M. Wednesday, June 8 - Election Committee Review & Certify Final tion (5 P.M.) Wednesday, June 15 - Swearing in of Elected Board Members Count of Ballots (Bartow, Rm. 31, 7:00 P.M.) Thursday, June 9 - Public Electronic Posting of Official Results (Bartow Center, Rm. 31, 7:00 P.M.) 2022 Election Special

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Raymond Tirado

Tried, Tested, True

Greetings to all.

I am Raymond Tirado, a long time shareholder of our great community.

I have had the pleasure of serving as a Riverbay Corporation Board Director from 2010 until 2013.

In that span of time, I had served on many committees and organizations both on the Board and in our community. Also, the ideas I brought to the Board of Directors during my term were voted in, and continue to this day to bring forth revenue and poration.

As we return to normalcy after years of enduring a global pandemic that took away so many of our loved ones and isolated us from each other, I have, as I’m sure you do, a higher level of appreciation for our home, neighbors and our community.

Today I am asking for your support to be elected back to the Board and to be your voice on the Riverbay Corporation’s Board of Directors.

When elected, I will be open, accessible, and have an out of the box mindset to find solutions to the ever emerging challenges that

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present themselves and ensuring that we do not give away our most precious resources that is our land and property.

When elected, I will focus on safety, security and maintaining the affordability of living and retiring in Co-op City.

As a New York City Transit Worker with 34 years of service in the department of Security, I can assure you that I have been tested, prepared and ready to commit my time and experience to safeguard our quality of life here.

Thank you.

Greetings all, During the term I served as a Board director from 2010 to 2013, I believe I proved my worth as your voice on the Board of Directors and brought benefit to our community and corporation.

Some of my accomplishments were as follows: • I alleviated the holiday parking situation by introducing a resolution to reduce the garage parking fee for all our families and friends who are visiting to a more than reasonable fee on all major holidays.

• I brought recurring revenue to our pocket by introducing a resolution to place Municipal Credit Union ATM machines at all Co op City community centers and our Administration building, allowing all our Raymond Tirado MCU members close access to their funds at no fee and creating a revenue steam.

• I suggested to Management to place television screens in our laundry rooms and the idea was put in place.

• I served as financial secretary and served on many Riverbay committees.

I also served as a volunteer member for the Community Education Council in our District.

Please make the smart choice and vote for Raymond Tirado,

May 2 - May 20, 2022

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This includes the seniors in need of services, our children who need safe places to learn and play, the differently-abled who need accessible infrastructure and communication, and the working class who bear the cost of maintenance increases. For that reason, Co-op City, I am running for the Riverbay Board of Directors.

So what are the priorities?: • Increased communication and transparency between the Board, Management, and shareholders • Long term, self-sustaining investment projects that improve shareholders’ quality of life • Increased Public Safety and 45th Precinct presence to keep our community safe During the March 2022 general meeting, Noel Ellison proudly stated, “We need people who don’t just step up to the mic, but step up to the

Lynette Wright plate.” Professionally, I’ve worked with various stakeholders on projects that encourage sustainable results, represent consensus of community budget. Locally, I’ve used these skills to represent our community during my time as the proposal co-writer and editor on the Fight Against MTA Cuts Ad-Hoc Committee, member of the Legislative Committee and I.T. Committee, and co-lead for the Co-op City Community Fridge.

I have the will and the skill, but to have your voice heard again, we ticipation. I am asking for your support to elect our team, consisting of Blossom Johns, Jacqueline Smith, incumbent Rod Saunders, and I, to the Riverbay Board of Directors. We are Stronger Together!

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Blossom Johns service, what do you do? That’s right, you try another service. My name is Blossom Johns and I’m humbly asking you for an opportunity to join the Riverbay Board of Directors. For 15 years, I’ve worked as a public servant and am a proud resident of Co-op City since June 1999. I’ve served as Secretary and Youth Group Leader of my building association for seven years, co-chair of the MTA Ad-hoc Committee, and currently a member of the Legislative Committee where we continue advocating for better bus services.

While serving with the building association, the sense of community was revealed by the warm welcome of my fellow cooperators, who I consider my extended family. Those were some of my best years. As co-Chair of the MTA Ad-Hoc Committee in 2019, I worked alongside shareholders, and saw what we can accomplish by working together. We created a proposal offering solutions tailored to our needs, enhancing our bus routes.

Co-op City requires leadership with a vision towards the future.

Our current solution of makeshift infrastructural repairs is a major financial burden that occurs too

Blossom Johns often. The issues of climate change, require that we change course with corrective action to prepare to manage the future. I propose using innovative actions including budget transparency, increasing community revenue, and encouraging shareholder involvement.

Low voter turnout shows that shareholders have lost faith in their beloved community. I understand your frustrations and want to find My team, incumbent Rod Saunders, and candidates Lynette Wright and Jacqueline Smith bring different strengths, and share a common desire to improve the quality of life in Co-op City. Collective effort among the Board, Management, and cooperators makes us Stronger Together.

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We all have our individual circumstances; our own personal money issues, health problems, family dramas. Still, we do our darnedest to keep ourselves engaged. Good for us.

But boy it ain’t easy trying to keep a handle on the goings on in this humongous thing we call home.

Once a year, we’re called on to or take) to serve on our 15-member Board of Directors. We need to choose five new or old voices to not only speak on our behalf but to work on least not yet), but there are some very hard-working resident volunteers on this current Board. Maybe they’re not

Mary Pearson called “passionate”) but we could do We all have our homework to do this year. Why? Because this year there’s at least one wide open slot That’s a big deal.

I’ll be studying these candidates’ statements and watching all of the three candidates’ forums intently. I’ll need to watch the repeats but you can watch them broadcast live on our or 591. But today you can catch the show live virtually at 3 p.m. Hurry!

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Ezekiel Springer, Jr. Do you like living in Co-op City?

I do. My name is Ezekiel Springer Jr. I love my apartment’s views, the cleanliness of the buildings, riding the bike paths, walking Section 5’s Greenway, and the sense of community with my neighbors. To preserve this, I’m running in the 2022 Riverbay Board elections.

I’ve called Section 5 home since 2005. One of my sisters moved here in 1994, my father in 1999, and I have a nephew on the Co-op City Public Safety force. Safe to say Co-op City runs in my blood.

For the last four years, I’ve served as secretary for the Building 32 Association. By submitting articles to the CCTimes, I’ve informed co-operators scheduled guest speakers ranging from Board members, Public Safety, and politicians like Congressman Jamaal lobby decoration, Fun Day, and association fee collection. Through it all, I’ve learned hundreds of like-minded residents want to be heard and have someone act on their concerns. With your vote, I can serve as a strong voice for Co-op City residents.

One of my top priority: Keeping

Ezekiel Springer, Jr. Co-op City affordable. What a great place to raise a family and live comfortably as a retiree. You shouldn't worry about that next pension or SSI check, if we stand against privatization. Affordability allows seniors to live independently and residents to save money, build college funds and helps create generational wealth.

I've joined forces with the Coalition To Save Affordable Housing (www.CTSAH.net). Running alongside me are Coalition members Michelle Marbury, Monique Coleman, Aisha Ahmed and Ivy Gaynor.

Tired of sitting on the sidelines, hoping for the best? Then vote for us.

Together, we can halt the death knell of privatization from forcing out our community.

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The wait time to repair some situations can take up to several months or even a year, as was the situation with the replacement of my kitchen sink. It took almost one year to have my whole countertop replaced, as a result of the ply wood being saturated with water, which was buckling down. I had to place a support beam to keep water from dripping into the cabinets below. The reason it took so long to correct the situation was there were not enough Maintenance staff available and the fact that they were working on emergencies.

Another issue that is of importance is that our convectors need upgrading or overhauling. There are due to convectors that leak. It is very important to examine the life span of these convectors or have a periodic

Ivy Gaynor. inspection of their performance to ciently.

Lastly, I would like to mention the need to inspect and replace the pipes that have caused leaks in the walls of so many cooperators’ units.

Many cooperators have experienced leaks behind the walls of their units personal property.

As a member of the Spirit of Co-op City, I will work to improve the quality of life for all of our residents while maintain the affordability and safety.

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Aisha Hernandez Ahmed I was born in Puerto Rico and raised in the Bronx. My professional background is in Business Administration. Although I am a shareholder since 2016, I have been working in Co-op City in various capacities for many more years. I am a former Chiefof-Staff for Council District 12, a community advocate and organizer. I coordinated the National campaign for former President Barack H. Obama’s City and State campaigns. My professional contacts will be useful to make a difference as a Board member and to enhance the quality of life and services for cooperators in Co-op City.

As a business owner, I experienced good and bad times. The pandemic has affected many families, youth, and seniors. As the cost of living is rising, increasing free food distribution may be necessary. Some seniors and fammeet. Mental health needs are on the rise. Urgent care centers are beyond capacity. We must call on our elected connect with our cooperators to address their needs.

While Riverbay Corporation is taxed $13 Million annually by the

Aisha Hernandez Ahmed city and billed $18 Million for sewage and water, we save the city millions by collecting our garbage at a central garbage facility and spending $13 Million for the public safety saving the city millions again. We deserve city funding to upgrade a community youth center to provide enrichment, music and culinary programs for our 8,000 young people. As a Board member, I will campaign to obtain our fair share of City, State, and Federal services.

Co-op City is the best deal in town!

Elect the team that will protect and speak up for shareholders!

Vote for Spirit of Co-op City.

Voten por Spirit of Co-op City: Ezekiel Springer Jr, Monique Coleman, Ivy Gaynor, Michelle Marbury, and myself, Aisha Hernandez Ahmed.

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I’ve had the pleasure of representing the shareholders of Co-op City since June of 2015. I have made campaign promises that I fully committed to because of their importance to our cooperators.

In 2018, I committed to work for: • Zero Equity for Seniors Downsizing (their apartments); and • The Restoration of the Bx26, Bx28 & Wall St. Express Bus service.

Though successful with both, it gave me great pleasure to be able to be part of a dedicated group of cooperators who worked hard to bring about a victory for Co-op City’s commuters.

In my efforts to return to the Board this year, I will be campaigning with three ladies – all of whom were members of the MTA Ad-Hoc Committee, whose leadership, and dedication to task, were crucial to ensuring the success of the committee’s goals. Getting the bus routes that our commuters wanted!

• We are campaigning under the banner of Stronger Together. Our team will focus on the concerns that we have continually heard from fellow shareholders: • We will commit to instituting a more “Proactive Approach over a Reactive Response” • We pledge to work harder towards solving the call center/maintenance

Rod Saunders scheduling issues, initiate a proactive ing, and to ensure that our washing machines are working properly, or replaced for new ones.

• We want to Engage the Community monthly and become more transparent with Riverbay Corp. decisions.

• We pledge to initiate Cooperator Rights Forums, as well as form a comCo-op City’s Cable/Internet Service, past the year 2024.

Stronger Together team will need your support, and your vote! WE ARE ASKING YOU FOR YOU TO VOTE FOR THE “STRONGER TOGETHER TEAM,” MAY 2nd thru MAY 20th, 2022. Re-elect Rod Saunders; Elect Blossom Johns, Lynette Wright, and Jacqueline Smith.

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Monique Coleman Greetings, fellow shareholders, my name is Monique Coleman. I have lived in Co-op City for more than 30 years, and am running for the Riverbay Board of Directors. I ran for the Board in 2021 and placed sixth.

When Cheryl Jenkins resigned in October, I was seated as a full Board member, and I’ve had the honor of serving on the Board for six months.

My term expires on May 31, 2022.

When I accepted the challenge, I knew that there was much to be done.

During my tenure, I’ve learned where to focus my energy and how I can make a difference. My priorities have been crystallized and are: Affordability, Accountability and Autonomy.

After attending my first three Board meetings, I noticed a concerning pattern – I was asked to vote on eight expiring insurance policies without being given supporting materials and little to no advance notice to read, process or pose questions to subject matter experts hired to represent our community. To solve this dilemma, our Board President suggested forming an Insurance Committee and I was named chairperson.

Insurance premiums are a critical focus area for our community. For one policy, our premiums have in-

Monique Coleman creased from $1.5 million in 2019 to ~$7 million in 2022. While some shareholders/Board members focus on wasting money on a waterfront park (none of which has been spent), Riverbay is spending millions of dollars on insurance. We cannot stop rising premiums. That said, we can slow escalating costs and fees by being engaged consumers. The Insurance Committee has delivered real savings to the corporation. I am eager to continue the work we’ve begun – of holding the line on increasing costs, in order to maintain affordability for all shareholders.

Vote for me, Monique Coleman, and Aisha Hernandez Ahmed, Ivy Gaynor, Michelle Marbury, and Ezekial Springer Jr. We are the Spirit of Co-op City.

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What memories! With that vision in my head, a deep love for Co-op City; I’m ready to serve. Hello, my name is Jacqueline Smith, I am running as a candidate for a seat on the Riverbay Board of Directors.

Through the years, I have served on several Riverbay committees and always felt a sense of community pride. Yes, there’s still a lot of work that needs to be tackled. However, during my experience serving on the MTA Ad-Hoc committee, I’d had the opportunity to observe cooperators come together to formulate a solution to a situation that, left unchallenged, would have severely devastated our community. Through unity and being stronger together, the committee yielded a fruitful, successful result.

What am I exclaiming to you

Jacqueline Smith in this statement? What am I humbly asking of my fellow cooperators? Here it is… if you give me your vote, to the best of my ability, I promise to always work for the betterment of the community. I promise that I’ll be as transparent as I possibly can, remembering to keep the shareholders and the community at the forefront of all my decisions. Always keeping upfront that this is the community that I grew up in; developed emotionally and professionally in and with the grace of God will retire in. With that being said, I ask that you vote for my team, incumbent Rod Saunders, Blossom Johns and Lynette Wright Stronger Together!

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Michelle Marbury

Greetings, shareholders. My 11year old niece asked me, “Auntie, why do you do this?” and I replied there are three important reasons why, Saadiah. #1. Someone thought enough of me to ask me to be a leader in this community more than twice. #2. I know that if we are to succeed, we must act, and #3. When someone asks you, what did your Auntie do when Co-op City needed its shareholders to step up and be a voice for the over 40,000 residents who live here, you can say this: my Auntie is the 2nd Vice President of the Riverbay Corporation, and she has proposed over 41 resolutions on which Riverbay policies have been made.

Michelle is a leader on several different fronts. She is the President of the African-American Association, and created the Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City, whose purpose is to help all shareholders to see themselves as Business Partners and not just neighbors. Michelle serves as VP of the Building 21 Association, chairperson of the I.T. Committee and co-chair of the Security Committee and a member of a host of other clubs and organizations in the community. Say to anyone who

Michelle Marbury asks you, Michelle Marbury cares so much about her community and all of the people in it, that she has decided to run for them again, and she has put together a team of leaders who will defend your voice in the Board Room. Tell them, that team is: Board Director Monique Coleman, Political Strategist Aisha Hernandez Ahmed, Financial Advisor and Coalition Member Ivy Gaynor, and A&E Television Network Editor and Secretary for the Building 32 Association Ezekiel Springer Jr., but you can call him Zeke! Tell all who inquire, that we are the Spirit of Co-op City, somos el espiritu de Co-op City!

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2022 Riverbay Board Election Rules and Regulations GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS RELATIVE TO THE RIVERBAY CORPORATION’S 2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION (Adopted Wednesday, March 29th, 2022) A. GENERAL RULES 1. The Election Committee of the Board of Directors of the Riverbay Corporation(hereinafter, the “Election Committee” or “Committee”) shall be established during the month of January of each calendar year, or as soon thereafter as feasible.

2. The election of Directors of Riverbay Corporation will commence on Monday, May 2nd, 2022 at 6:00 a.m. and continue through 9:00 p.m. on Friday, May 20th, 2022, (hereafter “Election Day”). If an official mail-in ballot is received before May 2nd, 2022 it shall not be disqualified based on timeliness and, if otherwise valid, shall be counted. The Election Committee reserves the right to extend voting hours.

The Annual Shareholders Meeting will occur virtually and if possible, in person, on Monday, May 2nd, 2022, at 7:30 p.m.

3. The election will be for at least five residents to serve on the Board of Directors of the Riverbay Corporation, and as many as may be needed to fill any unexpired terms.

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

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

by Riverbay’s General Counsel. (d) No member of the Committee or their immediate family shall in any way engage in any campaigning either for or against a candidate or slate of candidates.

Committee members shall, to the extent reasonably possible, refrain from publicly commenting upon any issue in the campaign and shall not engage in any activity that may create the appearance of partiality.

Members of the Committee who are also members of the Board shall refrain from writing viewpoints during the period commencing one week prior to the Date of Certification and continuing through the date of the election, including any extended period. (e) A member of the Committee who violates the provisions of Paragraph A (4) (d) or whose family member violates the provisions of Paragraph A (4) (d) shall immediately be removed from the Committee. (f) Nothing contained herein shall be construed as limiting a member of

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the Committee or a member of his/her immediate family from voting.

5. There will be one vote per occupied unit by residents who were shareholders of record on April 8, 2022. Quorum shall be determined based upon one share per occupied unit and not based upon a percentage of dwelling units.

6. Voting, by mail or electronically, shall be deemed to be “in-person” and will commence at 6:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2022 and conclude at 9:00 p.m. on Friday, May 20th, 2022, unless extended in accordance with these Rules. If an official mail-in ballot issued by Riverbay is received before 6:00 a.m. on Monday, May 2, 2022 it shall not be disqualified based on timeliness and shall be counted if otherwise valid B. RULES FOR ELIGIBILITY OF CANDIDATES 1. A candidate must be a resident shareholder as indicated on the candidate’s stock certificate, occupancy agreement and the current Occupants Annual Affidavit of Family Income.

Candidates 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; and no more than one resident shareholder from a single unit may concurrently serve as a Director.

3. No candidate may be indebted

to Riverbay on the date candidates are certified or on the date votes are counted.

If a candidate is indebted to Riverbay on any of those days, the candidate will be disqualified. In addition, all candidates must remain current throughout the election period for unpaid carrying charges or other debts to Riverbay until the candidate is sworn in if elected..

A candidate shall not be indebted to Riverbay for purposes of this rule if their monthly carrying charges and maintenance are fully paid by the 10th day of the month in which it is due. At the close of business one day prior to the certification of candidates and weekly thereafter, Riverbay’s Finance Director will provide a written list to the Chair of the Election Committee of all candidates’ indebtedness to Riverbay, if any.

4. Prospective candidates may, after signing the required authorizations for background checks and upon verification that they are current on their indebtedness to Riverbay, be certified as candidates for election to the Board if they: • are shareholders of record; • maintain their primary residence at Riverbay, • are current in their financial obligations to the Corporation, • do not hold a political party position or public office subject to the New York State Election Law, (Continued on next page)

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• have not been convicted of a crime against the Corporation, • have not been removed from the Corporation’s Board of Directors, or from employment with the Corporation for cause; and; • are otherwise in compliance with the requirements and qualifications of the Corporation’s by-laws and governing documents. (a) Prospective candidates shall sign and complete a Statement of Intent in the form annexed hereto as Exhibit A, and submit the executed Statement of Intent to the Election Committee by email, addressed to Riverbay2022Election@ riverbaycorp.com, on or before midnight on April 11th, 2022. In the event that the prospective candidate lacks access to email, then the prospective candidate shall return the completed Statement of Intent to the Public Safety Department, attention Riverbay 2022 Election Committee. On the following business day, the financial status of the prospective candidate will be checked and a background check shall be initiated. (b) A candidate who is current on a written arrearage agreement shall be considered current on charges to Riverbay if such candidate is not otherwise indebted to Riverbay. (c) In addition to the Statement of Intent, prospective candidates must also execute and return with the Statement a document acknowledging the candidate’s receipt of the Rules and the candidate’s agreement to abide by the Rules; as well as an authorization to perform a background check of the candidate by the Riverbay Legal Department.

C. RULES FOR CERTIFICATION OF CANDIDATES 1. The Committee will verify a prospective candidate’s eligibility as valid or reject them as invalid by 12:00 noon on Monday, April 18th, 2022.

Notice of the Committee’s certification will be published in the Co-op City Times on Saturday, April 23rd, 2022.

2. The Committee shall hold a virtual briefing on the Rules for all candidates or their designees on Monday, April 18th, 2022 at 8:00 p.m.

3. A random drawing will be made to determine the order of placement of candidate statements and free campaign ads in each of the three election issues of the Co-op City Times and the order of speakers at the candidates’ forum. The drawing for order of speakers will also determine the relative position of each candidate’s name on a ballot. Candidate names on the ballot will automatically rotate. The name of each candidate on the ballot must correspond to the name of the candidate as it appears on his/her occupancy agreement and signature card, or the name by which each candidate is commonly known.

D. CAMPAIGNING STANDARDS OF CONDUCT 1. Except as provided in Rule E (3), no audio and/or video equipment, other than personal electronic devices, may be used outdoors in Co-op City, or in building lobbies, elevators, or common areas, by candidates or by those campaigning

for candidates in connection with the election.

2. The posting of all campaign signs, literature and other material (posters, gummed stickers, etc.) in Co-op City is prohibited except on personal property, or within a shareholder’s premises, with the owner’s permission. This specifically includes, but is not limited to, lobbies, elevators, bulletin boards, walls, doors, and common areas. (a) Residents, employees, candidates and their supporters may remove any improperly posted non-electronic campaign material, as a service to Co-op City, and the Committee will cause a notice to this effect to be published in the Co-op City Times. (b) Candidates shall, if requested by the Committee, remove or modify any electronic campaign material or data posted to any website, Facebook page, Twitter account, Instagram account, or similar electronic forum, under the Candidate’s control, if the Committee, in its opinion, believes that said material is false, defamatory, or constitutes a personal attack on another candidate.

Examples of a personal attack include, but are not limited to, comments upon a candidate’s physical appearance, disability, religious beliefs, gender, race, mental state, mental capacity, or false assertions of criminal acts. In addition, Candidates shall, if requested by the Committee, disassociate themselves from, and request that any third-party or third-party website, Facebook page, Twitter account, Instagram account, or similar electronic forum, cease and desist from the publication of any emails, materials or posting relating to the election or any candidate for election, if the Committee, in its opinion, believes that said material is false, defamatory or constitutes a personal attack on a candidate. (c) Candidates shall not (i) use social media or email anonymously or under an assumed name, (ii) engage in personal attacks on fellow candidates or shareholders, or (iii) make defamatory statements. Any such conduct shall be a violation of these rules and the candidate may be subject to sanction by the Committee.

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

4. Campaign literature may be slipped under apartment doors between the hours of 8:00 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.

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

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any defamatory statements made by any candidate, or by any person or entity in the course of the election campaign, nor shall Riverbay be required to insure, defend or indemnify any such candidate or conduct. Candidates agree to indemnify Riverbay for any and all costs and expense incurred by Riverbay, including attorney’s fees, incurred by Riverbay in the defense of any defamation claim arising out of any statement or publication of any kind made by said candidate, or by any person or entity acting on their behalf, during the election.

8. It is inappropriate for any person or entity doing business, or soliciting business with Riverbay, including present or prospective managing agents, contractors, vendors, professionals, unions, their employees, commercial tenants, or persons having a direct or indirect interest in such companies, to make campaign contributions or pay campaign expenses, whether in cash or in-kind, of persons running for the Board. Directors of a corporation act in a fiduciary capacity with respect to the corporation and are required to place the corporation’s interest above their personal interests. Accepting campaign contributions from parties who contract with the corporation creates at least an appearance of a conflict of interest and, in most circumstances, an actual conflict as well. Any candidate who knowingly accepts campaign contributions or payment of campaign expenses, direct or indirect, in cash or in-kind from any person or entity doing business or soliciting business from Riverbay, including but not limited to the managing agent, or any vendor, union, commercial tenant, professional or contractor, their employees, or persons having a direct or indirect interest in such companies, will be disqualified.

E. USE OF CO-OP CITY FACILITIES FOR CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES 1. There shall be three official candidates’ forums conducted in person, if possible, and virtually. One forum shall take place on Wednesday, April 27, 2022 at 7:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium.

The second forum shall take place on Saturday, April 30th, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. in the Einstein Auditorium. The third forum shall take place on Wednesday, May 4th, 2022 at 7:30 p.m in Room 31 at Bartow. (a) The Committee shall televise the forums over Riverbay’s public access channel and broadcast them on the web using Riverbay’s Webex account.

The transmission by Riverbay of any statement made by any person at the forum shall not be an endorsement of any such comment or statement by Riverbay and Riverbay shall not be responsible for, nor shall it indemnify, any person or candidate who makes any false or defamatory statement. (b) All certified candidates will be invited to participate in the forums in accordance with the rules and procedures established by the Committee. If a candidate cannot participate in the forum, and the candidate provides the Chairperson with the reason for non-

participation, the Chairperson, with the permission of the candidate, may take such reasonable accommodations as may be required to enable the candidate to participate, or alternatively, announce the reason why the candidate cannot participate to the audience. (c) The Committee shall establish rules and procedures for the civil conduct of all forums, including the establishment of time limits for questions and answers, the limiting of participation, the editing of statements, and the muting, either visual or auditory, or both, of individuals, including candidates, who, in the opinion of the Chairperson, are disruptive to the orderly conduct of the virtual forum or who engages in personal or malicious attacks, or who makes defamatory statements.

2. The use of any outdoor space owned by Riverbay for public gatherings related to the election is prohibited.

3. No candidate or organization may use the facilities or public meeting areas, community rooms, lobbies, hallways, mail rooms, building association rooms, or similar areas of the Riverbay Corporation for gatherings of more than ten (10) individuals at one time, or for campaign rallies or activities, except as provided herein. Any such gatherings must comply with NYS DOH and CDC Guidelines as well as Riverbay’s face covering requirements.

4. At no cost, Riverbay will publish pictures of each candidate and up to three (3) different narrative statements or articles by each candidate in successive print and electronic issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, April 30th, 2022 issue. The Editor shall set the deadlines and technical standards for these submissions. All candidates’ articles will be reviewed by the Committee prior to publication. The Committee reserves the right to delete any material which in its exclusive opinion contains libelous statements, personal attacks, or material misstatement of fact. (a) In conjunction with the statements described herein, Riverbay will also publish at no charge a ¼-page campaign ad by each candidate in successive print and electronic issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, April 30th, 2022 issue. The same ad will be used in each of the issues and will appear opposite each candidate’s article for that week. The Editor shall set the deadlines and technical standards for these submissions. All ad copy will be reviewed by the Committee prior to publication. The Committee reserves the right not to publish, or to delete any material, which in its opinion constitutes a libelous statement, personal attack, or material misstatement of fact. (b) Starting on the day candidates are certified and continuing during the period of the campaign, Board members who are not running for election shall be free to write viewpoints of a “nonpolitical” nature, except that a Board member may endorse candidates in one viewpoint only. It shall not be deemed to be “political” for a non-candidate Board member to describe the activities and (Continued on next page)

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achievements of the Board as a whole, including the activities of any incumbent candidates. In the event Board members wish to publish a joint viewpoint, they may do so, but only if the viewpoint has been unanimously approved by the full Board. (c) Management shall not endorse any candidate or slate of candidates.

However, information of a non-political nature, for example, relating to the operation, management, finances or maintenance of the property, or to an emergency may be published by Management during this period of time. (d) In the event that an article appears in a print or electronic publication other than the Riverbay sponsored publication, which is currently titled the “Co-op City Times,” in which the actions of the Board as a whole, or of an individual Board member are challenged, the Board, or the individual Board member who is challenged, shall have the right to respond in the Co-op City Times to such challenge, without regard to whether the Board member is a candidate in the election and without regard to the political nature of the comment. Any such response shall be limited to the subject matter of the challenge. (e) Similarly, a candidate who is not a Board member may respond to a challenge directed at the conduct or action(s) of that individual candidate.

5. Campaign ads other than those provided by Riverbay may be placed in the Co-op City Times, subject to Paragraph D (3), but must be paid in full 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.

6. (a) The election of directors to the Board is a right of residents of Co-op City. Employees living in Co-op City are encouraged to exercise their rights as residents of the community during the election within the scope of this policy. All Riverbay employees are reminded that as employees they have a duty of loyalty to Riverbay and should not engage in any activity that raises the appearance of impropriety.

Participation in the electoral process must not interfere with employees’ work duties. All employees shall refrain from engaging in any activity that may be construed as an attempt to abuse their positions as employees to influence the outcome of the election. Examples of acts that may be an abuse of an employee position include soliciting donations for candidate(s), distributing campaign material for or against particular candidate(s), or engaging in any other activity that may reasonably be viewed as an abuse of position. (b) Candidates who encourage, accept, or knowingly benefit from such prohibited participation are subject to disqualification by the Committee. (c) This policy does not affect employees’ right to engage in other

concerted activities for the purpose of collective bargaining or other mutual aid or protection, or their right to refrain from any or all such activities.

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

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

3. All ballots, including electronic ballots, must be cast by an eligible, residential shareholder of record, and verified by such means as the Election Committee determines to be reasonable, in its sole discretion.

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

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

6. One ballot will be mailed by the independent third-party on or about April 28th, 2022 to each residential unit occupied by one or more eligible residential shareholders of record at the address set forth for said shareholder(s) of record on Riverbay’s books and records as of April 1st, 2022.

7. In the event that more than one ballot is received from a single unit, only the earliest dated ballot, or the first electronically recorded ballot, shall be counted. All other ballots received from said unit shall be disregarded, but preserved until five (5) days after the period to challenge the election has passed.

8. Unless the voting period is extended or modified by the Board of Directors and/or the Election Committee, any mailin ballot must be postmarked no later than May 20th, 2022. Any electronic vote must be transmitted and received no later than 9:00 p.m. on May 20th, 2022.

In the event that the voting period is extended or modified by the Election Committee for purposes of obtaining a quorum, the Election Committee may count any valid ballot cast by a shareholder eligible to vote during the modified period, electronically or by mail without regard to the postmarked date.

9. All ballots received, including disqualified ballots, shall be preserved until the time to challenge the election has lapsed.

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May 25th, 2022. The initial count shall set forth the total number of ballots cast, the total number of votes received by each candidate, the total number of votes cast for each candidate by building, the number of votes disqualified and the basis therefore, and the total number of ballots required for a quorum.

11. The Election Committee shall, in a virtual meeting to be broadcast by Webex and on Riverbay’s public access TV Channel at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 25th, 2022, review and certify the final count of the election ballots.

12. Upon completion of the count, the Committee shall certify to the Board that a quorum has been obtained, the total number of votes cast, the total number of votes disqualified, the total number of votes cast for each candidate, and the names of the candidates who have been elected, as follows: (a) The five candidates who have received the highest number of votes will be certified to the Board as having been elected to full three-year terms. (b) The candidate receiving the sixth highest vote shall be certified as having been elected to a vacant Board seat, if any, which will have the longest unexpired term. (c) The Committee shall continue the certification of candidates by certifying the candidate with the next highest vote for each vacancy by the longest unexpired terms, if necessary, until all vacant seats on the Board are filled.

13. Unless an extended schedule is in effect, the Election Committee shall cause the official Certification of the Election to be publicly posted by 10:00 a.m. on May 26th, 2022 or if the Certification has not yet been completed, as soon thereafter as possible after the conclusion of the Election Certification Meeting. Posting may be by electronic means.

14. If a quorum is not reached, the Committee may recommend that the voting period be extended for an additional twelve (12) days, or implement an extended voting schedule, during which time shareholders eligible to vote in the election who received a ballot but did not cast a vote, shall be allowed to cast their ballot. If a quorum is not reached at the end of the extended voting period, the Board may, in its discretion, schedule a new election. Until such time as a quorum is obtained and a valid election conducted, existing Directors shall continue to hold their office.

G. DISQUALIFICATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MISCONDUCT 1. The Committee may recommend the disqualification of a candidate for violation of these rules, or impose an administrative charge, not to exceed $300.00 per violation, on any candidate that it determines has violated, caused or knowingly permitted others to violate these Rules. The Committee may do so on its own initiative, or upon the complaint of another candidate or resident. However, the Committee is under no obligation to initiate a proceeding under this Section, or Section H, unless the Committee, in its sole discretion, believes it to be appropriate.

2. No candidate may be disqualified

for election to the Board unless the Committee has provided the candidate with notice of its intention to consider the candidate’s disqualification for election, and conducted a hearing in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section H below.

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

4. Notification of the Election Committee’s decision to impose an administrative fee will be delivered both electronically and personally to the candidate at the email address and street address provided by the candidate to the Election Committee.

5. Upon delivery of the notification of a fine, the candidate is indebted to Riverbay and payment is due on the third business day following personal delivery of the notice.

6. Any candidate may object to a determination of the Committee to impose an administrative charge, and may, within three (3) days of delivery of said determination to the candidate, request a review of such determination by the Board. The Board, in its discretion, may affirm, modify, or reverse the determination, or decline, without explanation, to review the Committee’s determination. A request for a review shall not stay a candidate’s obligation to make payment of any administrative charge levied by the Committee.

H. CHALLENGES TO VOTING RESULTS 1. Any aggrieved resident or aggrieved candidate may challenge the certification of a candidate for election, or the results of the election, or the election of any one candidate, based upon election irregularities or the failure of a candidate to meet required qualifications, by notifying the Chairperson of the challenge, by an email addressed to Riverbay2022Election@riverbaycorp. com. The Committee may also initiate a challenge to the election, or to the candidacy or election of any candidate, on its own initiative.

2. The challenge must be in writing.

Such written challenge must specifically set forth the reason and the factual basis for the challenge. Any challenge by the Committee shall be on written electronic notice to the candidate, or candidates impacted by the challenge, delivered to the candidate(s) by email and personally at the addresses provided by the Candidate when they are certified.

3. A written challenge by a candidate or shareholder eligible to vote in the election must be delivered electronically to Riverbay2022election@riverbaycorp. com no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2022. The written challenge shall state the factual or legal basis for the challenge. Failure to file a timely (Continued on next page)

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electronic challenge by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May 27, 2022, shall preclude consideration of the challenge by the Committee. In the event a quorum was not obtained by the May 20th, 2022 close of the Election Period, the time to file an objection to the Election shall be extended until one (1) business day after the Election has been certified, by 5:00 p.m. on said day.

4. Should the Committee find the challenge to be without merit, it may dispense with a hearing and reject the challenge in writing.

5. If, after reviewing the challenge, the Committee determines that the challenge sets forth substantial questions concerning the certification of any candidate or candidates, or the results of the election, the Committee may hold a formal hearing, virtually or in-person at the discretion of the Committee, to review the challenge.

6. All hearings under this Section H shall be scheduled upon prior notice to the challenger and to the candidate(s) whose qualifications, certifications, or election are being challenged.

7. The hearing shall commence no later than five (5) business days after the Committee’s receipt of the challenge. The Chairperson may request that a member of the Committee recuse him/herself from the hearing if such committee member has a conflict of interest.

8. Upon notice of a formal hearing by the Committee, the challenger or candidate whose certification is being challenged may submit electronic affidavits to the Chairperson, setting forth the charges and facts upon which the challenge is based. Such affidavits and supporting documents shall also be delivered by the challenging party, to the

opposing party’s e-mail address, at least one day before the scheduled hearing.

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

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

11. No witness will be allowed to present testimony except under oath as administered by the Chairperson.

No witness will be called on behalf of a challenger, unless the challenger has submitted an affidavit from the witness prior to such testimony providing the sum and substance of the witness’s testimony and served said affidavit upon the Committee and the opposing party in the manner set forth above.

The challenger(s) shall also be required to appear at such hearing and may be subject to examination by the Committee or the challenged candidate(s).

12. At any hearing, General Counsel to Riverbay, or an attorney designated

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

13. At such hearing, the Chairperson shall be the presiding officer and shall make any ruling with respect to the procedure to be followed, or the testimony or evidence to be introduced.

The Committee need not follow formal evidentiary rules applicable to the Courts of this State. In the event a member of the Committee who is virtually present shall dispute any such procedural or evidentiary ruling by the Chair, the Chair may be overruled by a majority vote of those members present. After

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testimony by a witness for either party, the opposing party shall have the right to question the witness.

14. At the conclusion of such virtual hearing, the Committee may uphold or void the election results, disqualify the candidate for a violation of these Rules, apply other sanctions as set forth in Paragraph G(1) of these Rules, or dismiss the charges brought. In order to void any election result, or to disqualify a candidate, such violation must be deemed to be material by the Committee in light of the number of votes cast for the candidate and the number cast in the election.

15. If a candidate who is disqualified received one of the highest vote counts, the disqualified candidate shall be ineligible to take office. The candidate who received the next highest count will be certified to the Board in his or her place. (If more than one candidate is disqualified, the next candidate or candidates with the highest vote will be certified.)

16. The decision of the Committee shall be addressed to the Board, shall be in writing, shall state the basis for its recommendation, and shall constitute the Committee’s final certification of the election results, or the qualification of a candidate.

17. The Board, by majority vote, shall determine whether to confirm or reject the Committee’s determination.

The Board shall make any such determination within ten (10) days of the date of any written recommendation of the Committee. The Board’s failure to determine the issue within ten (10) days shall, except for good cause shown, be deemed an acceptance of the Committee’s recommendation.

18. Any candidate or resident aggrieved by the Board’s final determination shall have the right to

seek judicial review of the Board’s determination, provided that any such Court challenge must be commenced within ten (10) days of the Board’s decision, or within ten (10) days of the Board’s failure to render a decision.

19. The Committee may call for a recount of all ballots cast, if it is determined by the Committee that such an action is warranted. Such recount of the ballots must be completed, and the result certified by the Committee to the Board, within four days of the date the Committee determines such recount is necessary. The results of this recount, upon certification by the Committee, will constitute the final election results.

20. The Committee may call for a new election if the Committee has determined that material irregularities cast doubt on the election results, or in the event the number of votes cast did not constitute the legally required quorum. Such a new election must take place in accordance with these rules on a date within thirty (30) days after the final decision on the challenge and such election held among the previously qualified candidates.

21. By participating in the election process, candidates, prospective candidates, shareholders, and their respective agents, representatives or supporters, agree to fully comply with and be bound by these election Rules.

_______________________________ Bernard Cylich, President of Riverbay Corporation _______________________________ Date: March 29, 2022

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Bartow

Arthritis exercise 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise Class w/Damion, In-person, Rm. 45, 11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

Poetry Writing, 1:30 p.m.3:30 p.m., Rm. 31

Health & Wellness Support Group, 10-11 a.m. Virtual.

Morning Matinee, 10 a.m.-noon Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa 10-11 a.m.

Line Dancing w/Cynthia 11 a.m.-noon Poetry Writing, 1-3 p.m.

Smartphone and Tablet Class 2-3 p.m. (Virtual) Bereavement w/ Dorine, 1st & 3rd Wed. of the month, 12-1 p.m.

Zoom Smartphone & Tablet Class, 2-3 p.m.

Thurs., May 5

Tues., May 3

Line Dance w/Ellie, In-person, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45.

Blood Pressure 10:00-11:00 a.m.

(1st and 3rd Tues.)

Fri., May 6

Einstein

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Health and Wellness 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Wed., May 4

Mon., May 2

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Arts with Laura, 10 a.m.12 p.m. via Zoom and phone. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387.

Health & Wellness w/Ann 10-11 a.m.

Stretch and Tone w/Ola Rm. 38, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

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

Dreiser

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Chair Yoga w/Charles Tyler 10-11 a.m. Zoom only. Dial-in: 1646-876-9923; Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173, Passcode: 855423 Piano Sing Along Class In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Stay Well Exercise w/Denise 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Rm. 2

MENU

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Vegetarian Pasta Primavera Cucumber Salad Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice Alternate: Egg Salad

BBQ Pork Chops White Rice Steamed Kale

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m. Meeting ID: 992 Yankee Pot Salad 3169 6108, Passcode: 503637; Dial-in: Roasted Potatoes 1-929-205-6099; Virtual & In-person Computer Learning Zoom meeting w/ California Blend Vegetables Ralph, 6 p.m. Dial-in: 929-205-6609, Whole Wheat Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040, Passcode: 259554, virtual only.

Bread Blood Pressure, 1st & 3rd Tues.

Fresh Fruit 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Juice Digital Photography Class Alternate: In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Salmon Burger Tai-Chi, In-person, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Jerk Chicken Baked Sweet Potato Steamed Red or Green Cabbage

Weight Mgt. Support Group w/Gigi, 2nd Wed. of the month,1-2 p.m.

Conference call: 929-299-1045, Passcode: 1386 Bingo, 1 p.m., Rm. 2, In-person, or join Zoom. Meeting ID: 828 4139 6474, Passcode: 194662 Dial-in number: 1-929-205-6099 Arthritis Exercise (In-person), 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Rm. 2 Self Defense Class, In-person 2 p.m., Rm. 2.

Cranberry Chicken Cutlet Wild Rice Capri Blend Baked Ziti Vegetables With Ricotta Whole Wheat Okra w/Tomatoes Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice Alternate: Veggie Burger

Drawing Classes with Laura 10 a.m.-12 p.m., via Zoom and phone. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387.

Arthritis Exercise Class w/ Damion, every Thurs., 11 a.m.

-12 p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 986 0021 6442, Passcode: 573762.

Line Dancing w/Ellie, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Dreiser Loop Senior Center, Rm. 2. Mask and social distance.

Computer learning class w/ Steve 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 31

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

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

Moroccan Salmon Brown Rice Steamed Green Stewed Codfish Beans, Whole Steamed Spinach Wheat Bread Yuca Fresh Fruit and Juice, Alternate: Sliced Deli Turkey

Massage Therapy 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Rm. 35 Manicure session 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 35 Line Dance w/Cynthia, Rm. 45 (In-person) 11 a.m-12 p.m.

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

Alert and Alive, In-person, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Knitting & Crochet, Rm. 2, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Art Class w/Dmitry 1-3 p.m.

Chair Massage, Room 2 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. In-person Manicure 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Apricot Glazed Chicken, Egg barley w/Mushrooms and Onion, Roasted Butternut Squash, Fresh Fruit and Juice, Alternate: Gefilte Fish

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

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

Writing Class – Art of Memoir In-person, 10-11 a.m.

Oven Fried Chicken Baked Macaroni and Cheese Collard Greens

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

*Menu subject to change without notice.

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available Bartow Center (929) 399-1394 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for these In-Person & Virtual Activities CANCELLED: Resorts Casino, Atlantic City – Thurs., May 26. Please come to JASA main office with receipt for refund of paid tickets.

NEW: The Annual Health & Wellness Fair is back, May 11, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the basketball The JASA bus is available to take seniors to the Einstein Center for program activities.

Pick up starts at 9:30 a.m. and picks up at every 15-minute interval. Pick up is at Bartow on Asch Loop near the Library.

Walk with Ease – Greenway w/Teresa Webb, Tuesdays, 9:15 a.m., April 5 – May 10.

Notary Available at JASA Bartow main – Tues., 9-10:30 a.m.; Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Thursdays, 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Einstein Center, Rm. 34 – Mon. and Wed. walk-ins, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Thursdays, 10 a.m.1:30 p.m., by appointment. Call 718-320-2066 for appointments.

JASA Bartow Older Adult Center is looking for a retired History teacher, Spanish and French teacher to teach classes to senior population. Please contact amoncrieffe@jasa.org.

The Better Choices, Better Health online workshop is an ideal way to receive support, reduce feelings of isolation and stay healthy.

Contact Laura Brea at 646-982-254, Lbrea@ jasa.org, or Julissa Reynoso at 646-946-1252, Jreynoso@jasa.org, with any questions and to register.

Deliver Health Workshops to help others in the community and get gift cards. For further information, please call or email: Julissa Reynoso, 646-946-1252/jreynoso@jasa.org; Laura Brea, 646-982-8254/lbrea@jasa.org.

Every Wed., Painting Classes – 9-11 a.m.

Zoom meeting. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099.

Meeting ID: 920 9563 1147, Passcode: 024057.

Meditation Class, GPC (Grandparents) – 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Third Thurs. of every month.

Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 991 1390 5105, Passcode: 170462.

Technology class, Smart devices and computer – Thurs., 6-7 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting.

Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695, Passcode: 896989.

Intergenerational painting class – Wed., 4-5 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 882 1866 2627, Passcode: 093787.

Blood Pressure Screenings with Long Island University Students – Wed., 10 a.m.12 p.m., Einstein, Room 45 and 49.

Line Dancing with Bartow Swingers – Greenway by the stage, Wed., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and Fri., 11 a.m.-12;30 p.m.

Nutrition Education – Workshops Thursdays, June 9 – Making healthy eating part of your lifestyle, June 16 – Enjoy healthy food choices that taste great, June 23 – Quick, Healthy meals and snacks and June 30 – Eating healthy on a budget.

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AARP Chapter #4997 From the Desk of President Mickens: Our of-

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Goose Island Seniors

Retirees of Dreiser Loop Resorts, AC

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June Luncheon/50th Anniversary Celebration -

Sight and Sound, “David”

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Patti LaBelle Resort World Casino

Bingo

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Journal Committee –

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50th Anniversary Party

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Committee Photographs 50th Anniversary Trip

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Scholarship Committee Membership Dues

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General Meeting

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Condolences

Sick and Shut In

––Georgianna Rodriguez

Sick and Shut-in

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

ducts daily weekday services at noon.

––M. Chambers

Church of the New Vision

Traditional Synagogue The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services.

Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m. The requirement for wearing a mask and social distancing will be strictly enforced during all synagogue services.

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

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 10 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush.

The synagogue has a Facebook The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or come by 10 a.m., so we can take out the Torah.

can also be viewed on YouTube Our verse for 2022 is: (Isaiah 54:17) “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgement you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from, Me, say the Lord.”

Sabbath ends Candle lighting

Good and Welfare

having simchas. If you are ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to To all Members be celebrating their birthday in May. Please send me your names and I will add them to the list.

Fun and Games

April 24 Worship Service Scripture Virtual Panel Discussion:

––Bruce Gitelson Sunday, May 15 – 50th Anniversary Banquet Manor. Anniversary

abiding in faith, hope and love.

as members, visitors, ministries and friends of the Church of the New Vision, th

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––Brenda Brown

A mask must be worn when you are in the common areas of Co-op City’s residential buildings, garages and community centers.

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

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

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Subletting Co-op City Apartments Violates Lease Agreement and is Grounds for Eviction

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Shareholders who cease maintaining their Co-op City apartments as their primary residence or sublet their apartments face eviction in accordance with the terms of their occupancy agreement and state regulations.

According to the occupancy agreement of the Riverbay Corporation, which is signed by every new incoming shareholder, the shareholder agrees: “Not to sell, assign, transfer, mortgage, encumber or create any charge upon this Agreement, nor sublet the leased premises or any part thereof or cause the leased premises or any part thereof or suffer the same to be used for any business, commercial or professional purposes or for any purposes other than as a private dwelling apartment of the primary residence of the Member and his immediate family. Section “FOURTH,” Subsection 10.

Ads have been showing up on Craigslist and other websites reportedly advertising apartments either for sale or sublet in Co-op City, as well as apartments being used for illicit business endeavors.

Riverbay’s Senior Attorney Michael Munns emphasizes that shareholders cannot sublet their apartment because it must be used as their primary dwelling.

For the most part, vigilant neighbors report abuses to the occupancy agreecord has moved out, and is illegally subletting the apartment, or when there’s as much details as possible. Helpful information, if known, includes approximate date the shareholder moved out, where the shareholder moved to, names and family composition of illegal subletters or any other information that may help establish that the shareholder has moved out of the apartment.

Riverbay investigates complaints of possible illegal subletting or an illeaction is commenced to evict the shareholder. Mr. Munns said that if a shareholder is evicted for violating the primary residence provision of the lease, the shareholder faces costs and fees, including loss of equity; attorney fees; court costs; marshal fees; locksmith fees; moving and storage costs and possible ad-

Emergency Resolution #22-20 SUBMITTED BY: Francine Reva Jones SECONDED BY: Michelle Marbury BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: APRIL 28, 2022 WHEREAS, Co-op City is a naturally occurring retirement community (NORC) consisting of many seniors with unknown pre-existing conditions; and WHEREAS, due to an uptick in Covid-19 Pandemic, and its variants, many groups have found it safer to conduct outdoor exercise and dance activities and should have the option of engaging in these activities outdoors; and WHEREAS, Riverbay Management follows the mandates issued by our State government; and WHEREAS, last year, Management issued outdoor permits for the use of the Section One Greenway stage without any reported problems or complaints; and WHEREAS, there have been many changes in the Co-op City community since 1983 when the restrictive Greenway use Resolution 83-26 was passed and, therefore, it is appropriate at this time that Resolution 83-26 be amended as follows: munity organizations the option to utilize, without fees, the Greenway stages in Section One and Section Five from March through November from the hours of 8:00 AM until 10:00 PM or to conduct these activities indoors, with fees; and 2. Management shall provide outdoor permits to approved Co-op City community organizations without any unreasonable restrictions; and with groups regarding days/hours of use.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolution 83-26 is amended as follows: 1. Management shall allow approved Co-op City community organizations the option to utilize, without fees, the Greenway stages in Section One and Section Five from March through November from the hours of 8:00 AM until 10:00 PM or to conduct these activities indoors, with fees; and 2. Management shall provide outdoor permits to approved Co-op City community organizations without any unreasonable restrictions; and with community organizations regarding day/hours of use; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Board President and Management shall take all steps necessary to make these actions effective immediately.

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SSNY is designated as agent of the LLC upon whom process against it may be served. SSNY shall mail process to: KC 360 photo booth LLC, Purpose: Any lawful act or activity.”

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Distribution of unsolicited advertisements in Co-op City Co-op City is private property and therefore prohibits distribution of unsolicited advertising material to shareholders’ homes and/or property, including cars parked in the development’s eight garages.

If you witness anyone depositing or distributing advertising material on Co-op City’s property, please call Public Safety at (718) 671-3050.

Be prepared to give the location and description of the person(s) leaving the material.

All unwanted, unsolicited advertising material should be disposed of properly and not thrown on the ground causing litter. Thank you for your cooperation.

WHISTLEBLOWER ANONYMOUS HOTLINE If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymous hotline by the following methods:

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Go to an independent website, www.lighthouse-services/riverbaycorp, to complete an online disclosure form; Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Send an e-mail to: reports@lighthouse-services.com; or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the email or fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

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McCadam Muenster Cheese....$5.99lb.

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