Co-op City Times 5/25/19

We wish our readers a safe Memorial Day weekend as we honor all military personnel past and present.

Vol. 54 No. 21

Saturday, May 25, 2019

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Vote Today to Help Make the Quorum

2019 Voting Period Extended To June 11 The 2019 Election Committee voted on Tuesday, May 21, to extend the voting period for the Riverbay Board of Directors’ annual election to Wednesday, June 11, at 11:59 p.m. or 11:59 p.m. of the day that at least 1/3 of the community’s shareholders cast their ballots to validate the election, as required by the corporation’s by-laws.

The voting period, which began on Wednesday, May 25, was scheduled to end on Wednesday, May 22, when all mailin ballots had to be postmarked and electronic ballots were due back to Election-America by 8:59 p.m.

This year’s quorum is 5,018 votes.

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Application Deadline for 2019 Riverbay Summer Internships is June 3 The deadline for Co-op City students between the ages of 16-22 to submit an application for the 2019 Riverbay Summer Internship Program is Monday, June 3.

All interested Co-op City students between the ages of 16 - 22 years old are encouraged to apply for a position within the Riverbay Institute Summer Internship Program which provides full-time summer jobs at $15.00 per hour from July 8, 2019 - August 23, 2019. All youth in high school, transitioning to a technical or trade school program, or attending a college, are eligible.

The application period began on May 6 and will end on June 3, 2019.

Only Co-op City residents are eligible for participation in the internship program.

Applications are available at the Riverbay Administration offices in the Bartow Community Center located at 2049 Bartow Avenue. Applicants must provide a resume and current working papers for high school students ages 16-17. Students in college or technical schools must provide proof of enrollment and a current resume, and must be available to work the entire duration of the program.

Applicants who meet the criteria for the program will have their names placed in a random drawing. The drawing will be held on June 5 and notifications will begin June 7. All applicants must provide a current email address and phone number for notification purposes.

The internship requires a 35 or 40 hour work week.

Work days and shifts may vary. Some of the available positions also may require evening hours (4 p.m. to midnight) depending on the department to which the intern is assigned. There are very limited administrative or office positions available. Most of the positions are operational, in our

Random Drawing for Available Jobs on June 5

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2019 Election Committee Issues Fine to Candidate

At its meeting on Tuesday, May 21, the 2019 Election Committee voted to publish the Letter of Determination notifying one of the election candidates, Mr. Junius Williams, about the committee’s decision to fine him following complaints that he violated the election rules at the third Candidates’ Forum held in the Dreiser Center on May 6. (See page 4 for the Letter of Determination.)

“One of our fundamental rights as shareholders is the right to vote in Board elections,” stated Director Leah Richardson, chair of the 2019 Election Committee. “Shareholder voting rights gives you the power to elect directors at annual elections and make your views known to Management and the Board on significant issues that may affect the value of this cooperative. A board is probably one of the most important exercises resident-owners can engage in on behalf of their community. After all, board members make crucial decisions in conjunction with the cooperative manager who oversees and makes sure that the community’s finances, capital improvements, physical maintenance and other day-to-day items of business proceed without major problems and that the corporation (Continued on page 2)

50th Anniversary Poster Winners

Winning artists, Donae Pryce (left) and Chria-Nichole Thompson (right), of Co-op City’s 50th Anniversary Poster Contest, learned the results of the competition while attending the Night of the Arts event on Friday, May 17.

Photo by Toriea McCauseland

Riverbay Administration Offices Closed This Monday, May 27 All Riverbay offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. Emergency services will be available by calling 718-320-3300, PRESS OPTION “3.”

For Public Safety, call 718-671-3050

See pg. 4 for details on Co-op City’s Annual Memorial Day Ceremony.

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remains solvent and sound. For this reason, these annual elections are probably the most important gathering in the development.

“It is disappointing that even with 50,000 residents in this great community, we struggle every year to reach a quorum. Like a business, we cannot survive if we do not have responsible leadership that will assure that your rights, safety and quality of life are secure and that you live in peace and harmony. We must stay engaged and be cognizant of what goes on in our community. Talk to your neighbors, pick up a copy of the Co-op City Times delivered in your building every Saturday morning. And above all, exercise your right to vote in the annual Board elections. Your vote is important and it does matter.”

Shareholders who received an election ballot, but did not cast a vote by the May 22 deadline should complete and return their ballots as soon as possible to Election-America either by mail or online.

Those voting online using their laptops, smartphones, iPad or the voting kiosk in the community centers, will need the PIN and CODE from the ballot that was mailed to Co-op City households by Election-America in order to vote. Log onto www.river bayvotes.com which will then take you to the Riverbay voting portal set up by Election-America for the Board election. Once there, you will input your PIN and CODE to vote for five candidates you would like to elect to represent you on the Riverbay Board.

Those who require a replacement ballot, may contact Election-America at 877466-7875 or by emailing help+river@election-america.com.

Following the close of extended voting at 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, or on the day that at least 1/3 of the shareholders vote, Election-America will provide the 2019 Riverbay Election Committee with the final election count for review and certification.

Shareholders are voting for six candidates among a field of 10 this year. The top five winners in the election will each serve a term of three years, while the sixth place winner will serve two years, the unfinished term of a former director.

The 2019 Board candidates are Aaron Carnegie, Evelyn Turner, Sonia Feliciano, Bernard Cylich, Andrea Leslie, Bishop Angelo Rosario, Leslie Peterson, Junius Williams, Michelle Marbury and Claudia Sampson.

Ballots for the 2019 Riverbay Board of Directors election are enclosed in bright orange envelopes with the words “Riverbay Board Election Official Ballot,” printed on the front.Ashareholder of record for the respective residential unit is encouraged to complete the ballot and return it to Election-America either by mail or online.

To encourage shareholder participation in the election, a voting incentive was once again offered this year. Beginning on Friday, May 10, one voting incentive winner has been randomly drawn by computer every three days from among those who have already cast their election ballots. Each winner receives a $500 credit on their carrying charges. On Friday, May 10, Mr. & Mrs. Rivera of Section 4 were the lucky winners. The second drawing took place on Monday, May 13, and Mr. & Mrs. Carter, also of Section 4, were the winners. The third drawing took place on Friday, May 17, and the lucky shareholders were Mr. and Mrs. Josephowitiz of Section 1. On Monday, May 20, the fourth drawing took place

and Ms. Valerie Charles of Section 2 was the lucky winner. The fifth drawing for the chance to win $500 took place on Wednesday, May 22. The winner, who wishes to remain anonymous, lives in Section 3.

Summer Internships

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grounds and janitorial departments.

Administrative or office positions will require basic office skills, including proficiency with computer software programs, proofreading skills, research skills, and the ability to interact with the public in a polite and professional manner.

Operational positions will require physical skills that include landscaping, cleaning and some lifting.

Riverbay Corporation reserves the right to make all assignments, which will be in place for the entirety of the program. There is no guarantee that interns will be placed in their desired areas. All assignments will be final. All interns will be evaluated on their performance after approximately one month of experience and at the end of the program. Summer interns can be released from the program due to a number of factors, including excessive tardiness or absenteeism; incidents of conflict with fellow interns, employees, or Co-op City residents, and a displayed lack of cooperation with the training protocol. Interns who have three work-day absences not related to illness or injury may also be removed from the program and replaced with the next applicant on the waiting list.

In addition to the valuable work experience, all interns will participate in two Riverbay Learning Institute Summer Internship Program special meetings where there will be opportunities for sharing experiences and networking, as well as, special training.

In Memoriam – Edward L. Koffler

Born May 13, 1922, Eddy was a 50 year resident of Co-op City.

He peacefully passed away with family by his side on May 15, 2019 at the age of 97. Graveside services were held on May 19, 2019 at Beth Israel Cemetery, Woodbridge, NJ. Ed was a WW11 Veteran. He married his wife, Claire, in 1944. Eddy worked as a driver delivering laundry for many years, then for Taystee Bread Company, and lastly for the Scarsdale School District as a bus driver till age 86. He loved reading, ballroom dancing, watching VHS/DVD movies, traveling and casinos.

He was loving and giving to family, friends and various charities.

Edward is survived by daughters, Leslie Koffler and Jill Merkin; grandchildren, Erica (Michael), Ross (Jackie), Ilise (Tom), and Mariel; great grandchildren, Gabriel, Elijah, Jesse, Harmony, Jenna, Ben, Sarah and Greyson.

In lieu of flowers, you may donate to a favorite charity.

—Jill Merkin

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CCPD’s “Meet and Greet”

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

50th Anniversary Special Events Junteenth Celebration Come out on June 19 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in room 31 of the Bartow Center to learn the history behind Junteenth and why it’s still celebrated today.

On Thursday, May 23, cooperators met with Co-op City Police Department Chief Joseph Riley and officers in the Bartow Center, rm 28. Coffee, bagels and donuts were served as officers shared valuable safety tips with the seniors who attended.

The programs discussed were RUOK and the upcoming Emergency Database. Some of the safety tips presented were about ATM safety, cell phone safety and all-around sa fety awareness. Another “Meet and Greet” will be held in the coming months.

Photos by Ralph Henriquez

Pioneer Day Celebrate the original pioneers of Co-op City for laying out the strong foundation of the community. It’s all happening on the Section One Greenway on June 22 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Hoops & Beats Co-op City 50th Anniversary Committee, along with the Section 4 Partnership, are bringing basketball events and an ice cream social to the Section 4 basketball courts. Attend this fun summer event happening on Saturday, June 29, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Annual Community Fair, June 1 Come out and celebrate Caribbean American Heritage Month this summer with Co-op City on Saturday, June 1, from noon until 6 p.m. when the Section 1 Greenway will host the biggest fair in the Bronx.

If interested in being a vendor, go to ccc-fair-2019.eventbrite.com or call Leandra Peters for more information at 718-320-3300, ext. 3500.

There will be food, drinks, entertainment and much more, so come on down and join the fun!

CB #10 Health Challenge Walk on Greenway On Saturday, June 1, CB #10’s Health & Human Services Committee will sponsor a Healthy Lifestyle Challenge Walk on the Section 1 Greenway in Co-op City from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

This is a leisurely 2-hour walk along the perimeter of the greenway.

After the walk, residents can extend their stay on the greenway where the Community Fair will be in progress.

Wear comfortable shoes and clothing, bring water and sunscreen.

The meeting point for the walk will be in the vicinity of the amphitheatre; look for the CB #10 tent. There will be free giveaways while supplies last.

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

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On Monday, May 27, Co-op City residents will honor the memory of those who gave their lives for the country during the nation’s military conflicts at the annual Memorial Day Ceremony scheduled for 3 p.m. at the community’s Harley J. Moseley Veterans Memorial Park on Bartow Avenue.

The ceremonies honoring those who served in the many wars of the United States and all those who are currently serving in the military on active duty, in the National Guard or in the Reserves, will be hosted by the American Legion Post 1871 and the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.

Music for the day will be provided by Transit Authority Drums & Bagpipes, and remarks honoring our veterans will be offered by invited guests, elected officials and veteran leaders from throughout Co-op City and the Bronx.

Following the speeches, there will be the laying of the wreath at the community’s Veterans Memorial at the center of the park and a gun salute by the Post 1871 Honor Guard.

After the ceremonies, refreshments will be served by the American Legion Auxiliary Post 1871.

The observance is sponsored by American Legion Post 1871 and Riverbay Corporation.

In case of rain, festivities will be moved inside to room 31 of the Bartow Community Center.

Co-op City’s Memorial Day Observance

Co-op City Times Deadline Notice For Week Of May 27, 2019

In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, Riverbay’s administrative offices will be closed on Monday, May 27. Because of the holiday shortened work week, directors’ viewpoints and community organizations’ articles must be received by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. Material submitted after that time will not be considered for publication in the Saturday, June 2, 2018 issue of the Co-op City Times.

Material for publication may be emailed to cctimes @riverbaycorp.com; faxed to (718) 320-2595 or slipped under the office door at 2049 Bartow Avenue, rm.

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Have an enjoyable and safe Memorial Day weekend.

2019 Election Committee Letter of Determination

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HAPPENING in Co-op City!

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50th Anniversary Poster Competition

All participants of the poster contest received award certificates, as well as, an opportunity to showcase and talk about their Co-op City–themed artwork with guests during the exhibit at Co-op City’s Night of the Arts event. During the festivities, guests learned the winners of the 50th Anniversary Co-op City Poster Contest, where Donae Pryce and Chria-Nichole Thompson took home a $200 prize each for their winning artwork, and Sky Caldwell, Co-op City’s Got Talent winner, received her $1000 reward from Riverbay Board President Linda Berk (left).

Photos by Toriea McCauseland

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Board of Directors’ Meeting - May 22, 2019 First Reading - Resolution #19-22 SUBMITTED BY: Claudia Sampson SECONDED BY: Francine Reva Jones BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING: May 22, 2019

WHEREAS, Management recommends renewing the legal retainer with the employment and labor firm of Jackson Lewis for a three year period for a flat rate of $300,000 for employment and labor counsel, arbitrations, grievances, collective bargaining negotiations, legal counsel to the Management and PBA Pension plans, as well as, representation through probable cause/no probable cause decisions at all administrative hearings and administrative trials, and all claims brought before the EEOC, the New York State Division of Human Rights and the City of New York Commission on Human Rights, in addition to any administrative proceedings regarding alleged violations of the FMLA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII or equivalent New York State or New York City Law and NLRB matters through the agency’s decision on whether to issue a complaint and for state and federal litigation, trials, training and investigations at an hourly rate of $350.00 per hour for principals, $290.00 per hour for associates and $125.00 per hour for paralegals, See attached Management Memo, and: WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution no Director has disclosed to the full Board any conflict of interest as required by NY Business Corporation Law Section 713.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That a Legal Retainer with Jackson Lewis is approved for a three year period for (1) a flat rate of $300,000 per year fee for employment and labor counsel, arbitrations, grievances, collective bargaining, negotiations, legal counsel to the Management and PBA Pension plans, as well as, representation through probable cause/no probable cause determination in all administrative cases brought before the EEOC, the New York State Division of Human Rights and the City of New York Commission on Human Rights, and any administrative proceedings regarding alleged violations of the FMLA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII or equivalent New York State or New York City Law and NLRB matters through the agency’s decision on whether to issue a complaint, and (2) for state and federal litigation, agency and court trials, training and investigations at an hourly rate of $350.00 per hour for principals, $290.00 per hour for associates and $125.00 per hour for paralegals or the applicable insurance coverage reimbursement rate; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That the President is hereby authorized to sign this Legal retainer on behalf of the Corporation.

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period.

If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

First Reading - Resolution #19-24 SUBMITTED BY: Linda Berk SECONDED BY: Leslie Peterson, Claudia Sampson BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING, DATED: May 22, 2019

WHEREAS, Riverbay sent out requests for proposals to eight qualified companies to provide the renovation of the Dreiser auditorium rooms, entrance and lobby space, as well as, the associated restrooms; and WHEREAS, Riverbay received three (3) qualified proposals which were reviewed in detail by the Project Architect and the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the Project Architect and Project Manager reviewed all three (3) bids and recommend Structure Craft Contracting, LLC as the lowest responsible bidder (Recommendations attached); and WHEREAS, the cost of the project will not exceed $5,662,979 including the base bid and alternates. We are also requesting a 10% contingency for the project ($566,297.90); and WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution no Director has disclosed to the full Board any conflict of interest as required by NY Business Corporation Law Section 713.

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract #3214 with Structure Craft Contracting, LLC for a not to exceed contract total of $5,662,979 plus 10% contingency ($566,297.90) be approved as recommended by Management in accordance with the Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

See page 26 for more Resolutions

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Rozaan Boone Editor-in-Chief

Jennifer Piovanetti Operations Manager

Ralph Henriquez Production Manager The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors.

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available.

The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor.

All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 23 Building 23

Building 23 140 Benchley Place

Current Lease Expiration Date

July 31, 2019

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

July 31, 2022

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CCPD Urges Residents To Enjoy Summer Fun By The Rules For Memorial Day Weekend

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Public extra caution if there are no lifeguards on duty. Be sure that children are made As we enter the Memorial Day weekend, it is a aware of the dangers of swimming alone especially in oceans or lakes.

Safety good opportunity to review summer rules. ResiHave a safe and healthy Memorial Day weekend. Also, be sure to buckle your dents can kick back, relax and enjoy summer fun by seatbelt and avoid distractions when driving. If you plan to consume alcoholic Report Riverbay Corporation’s rules. Please enjoy a safe beverages be sure to designate a driver who will not drink or call a taxi. Police

and happy Memorial Day weekend.

In Co-op City, it is most important that bicycle riders pay attention to Riverbay Corporation’s rules as they pertain to bike riding. Bicycle riding is prohibited in the areas near the buildings and shopping centers or any areas where it is posted that bike riding is prohibited. The reason for this is that bicycle riding in these areas presents a serious hazard to pedestrians. Cyclists need to afford the same level of consideration to pedestrians as cyclists expect from motorists. NYPD issues summonses for traffic infractions committed by bicyclists.

Persons observed riding bicycles in restricted areas may receive a Co-op City Community Complaint for “Bike riding in prohibited areas.” Community Complaints can also be issued for “Ball playing in prohibited areas.” All Community Complaints carry a monetary fine which doubles for repeated violations. Parents need to make certain children are aware of these rules.

Consuming alcohol in public is a violation of the law within New York City.

Public Safety Officers issue New York City Universal Summonses for this violation. As with any other arrest, a Co-op City Community Complaint is also issued for Anti-Social Conduct in connection with the arrest. This Complaint carries a monetary fine of $125 and also doubles with repeated violations.

Universal Summonses are also commonly issued by the Department of Public Safety for Possession of Marijuana and Disorderly Conduct. Disorderly Conduct includes a range of behavior, including fighting, being loud or boisterous or blocking a pedestrian walkway causing public annoyance, inconvenience or alarm. Co-op City Community Complaints are issued in these situations as well.

Residents are reminded that barbequing is not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department are in effect for barbequing only on terraces or townhouse patios at least 10 feet from combustible material. All building terraces are less than 10 feet wide ruling out the use of charcoal on building terraces. Therefore, barbecuing is not permissible in Co-op City. Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings.

Residents are also reminded that fireworks are illegal, as well as, dangerous.

New York City put in effect a Zero Tolerance policy regarding the sale or use of illegal fireworks within the limits of New York City. Here in Co-op City, the Zero Tolerance laws are enforced by both the New York City Police Department, as well as, the Co-op City Department of Public Safety. New York City offers rewards of up to $1,000 to anyone who gives information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone caught selling fireworks within New York City. Call 3-1-1 with information. Co-op City residents are also subject to receiving a Community Complaint if they are arrested by any police agency within the geographical confines of Co-op City.

Remember to stay safe this summer, especially near pools and beaches. Some beaches and pools may be open without lifeguards on duty. Some beaches and pools may have lifeguards on weekends only. Be aware and alert to this fact. Use

Public Safety Blotter 05/12/2019 – 05/18/2019 05/12 – 2400 Hunter Avenue Amale was arrested for criminal trespass and criminal mischief after he entered and remained unlawfully within a building then scrawled graffiti on walls.

05/14 – 120 Darrow Place NYPD and CCPD responded to this location for a report of a female assaulted. The two agencies conducted a suspect search. The male was located on Dyre Avenue near 233rd Street and positively identified. He was arrested and charged with assault.

05/15 – Asch Loop and Alcott Place Two males approached a male using his cell phone and forcefully removed it from him and displayed a knife, placing the victim in fear of his safety. The victim was not hurt and an investigation is underway.

05/16 – 99 Dreiser Loop A mother was assaulted by her teen daughter in her vehicle. The daughter was taken into custody at the mother’s request. She was later released on recognizance to the custody of her mother.

05/18 – 120 Donizetti Place One male was arrested after a dispute over money with a female, and then he allegedly grabbed her and shoved her into a stairway knocking her down and causing injury to her.

agencies throughout the country are stepping up DWI enforcement for the summer months between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Wherever you may travel, always be alert to suspicious persons or packages in high traffic areas. Always remember, if you see something, say something.

Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or (718) 3203300, press 1. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions (Continued on page 19)

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

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see the end of the employment listings for specific directions.

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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Responsibility

Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson Secretary Regulation Revelations: the Good, the Bad and the Expensive A couple of weeks ago, our General Manager listed some of the unnoticed, under-the-radar costs that city regulations add to the price of living here in our justslightly-less affordable homes.

Legionella, a bacteria found in the city’s entire water supply, can only be killed by sufficiently high water temperatures or by a new and effective filtration system.

Sufficiently high water temperatures could scald, so installing the high tech system, though more expensive, is the way to go. Legionella can sicken or kill. Testing for legionella is a mandatory and necessary rule.

Another one of those inconveniently expensive, but mandatory and necessary rules went into effect this past January. The inspection, borough by borough, of the city’s gas lines is now a law; a mandatory but very, very necessary law. Building 33 in Section 5 suffered nearly two months of inconvenience at the worst possible time of the year by having the gas shut off throughout the holidays, but Building 33 is still standing. Last New Year’s Eve in Russia, high rise residents were not as fortunate, nor were other Russian residents 13 months before that, or private home owners in Massachusetts two months earlier, or East Village and Miami residents in 2015 and on and on. I’ll gladly pay for any inspection that can prevent the disaster of exploding gas lines.

Then there’s Local Law 11. I never understood why there were popcorn-ceiling crumbles in a far corner of the bedroom. The spot wasn’t near a window, or a convector, or a sink, tub or toilet. Where could the leak be coming from? The last time Local Law 11 worked its way around to my building, the vulnerability was discovered and repaired. There’s been no popcorn-ceiling crumbles ever since.

The alliterative Local Law 11 deals with the inspection of our high-rise exteriors. Scaffolding is used to inspect the facades and balconies of our buildings. That happens every five years or five years after all necessary repairs have been completed on a building determined unsafe. If an inspection finds a building to be unsafe, measures are taken to protect passersby. That goes for any building over five stories. We certainly don’t want debris raining down so bridging – also referred to as

shedding — is mandatory and necessary. I have no beef But we also want to be assured our residents will get with that part of the rule. I do sometimes have a prob- the courtesy of a heads-up!

There were significantly more warning signs posted lem with the part of the rule that requires fencing to reach as far out as half the height of the targeted build- before the repaving of the area, which, I’m sure, still left ing to keep people as far away from danger as possible. a new batch of passengers caught unaware. Only after Contradictorily, fencing only goes out to the prop- the paving did a reassuring Riverbay Robo call go out erty’s edge. That’s the part of Local Law 11 I find absurd. ensuring that, in the future, DOT will work more closely Only complexes with open spaces are forced to follow with Riverbay to avoid similar inconvenience. We’ll see. this unequal rule. The widespread fencing rule is more Busting Out All Over inconvenient than it is costly, but it’s nonetheless annoyJune. What an action-packed one this year! ing. Most rules are neither frivolous nor punitive; they’re Today, the Section 1 Community Fair/Caribbean in place for our well-being. But in this case, we seem to Heritage Festival combo takes off at noon. Yay! As be being punished for the park-like environment our assistant secretary, I signed a check for the celebration planners gave us. Time to fight City Hall to insist the to pay for…drum roll…a steel drum band! Who can rules of Local Law 11 are consistent and sensible. resist the sound of steel drums? So that’s one reason You Can’t Get Here From There to come by and enjoy the Biggest Fair in the Bronx.

This may seem like ancient history, but on Friday, I found out about the steel drum entertainment by April 26, at approximately 10 p.m., Exit 9 off the accident, but I’ve (just a little bit) been in on the planning Hutchinson River Parkway — plus the Hutchinson for the three upcoming 50th Anniversary June events: River Parkway East service road, all the way through Juneteenth (6/19), Pioneer Day (6/22), and Hoops and killer curve — was abruptly closed.

Beats (6/29), and boy, oh boy, are we in for some wild Due to that closure, the BxM7 Express bus was and wildly diverse experiences. More hints next time. rerouted to the Bartow Avenue exit instead of Exit 9 Whataya Mean No Quorum? where passengers were dropped — aka stranded — at Say it ain’t so! We couldn’t get ONE THIRD of the corner of Bartow Avenue and Co-op City Boule- our units’ residents to slip a ballot in the mail? You vard, half a mile from their intended destinations. Nei- couldn’t take 20 seconds to cast a ballot online? That ther the passengers nor the Express Bus drivers had can’t be right. That isn’t right. We live in a cooperaprior warning of the closure. tive. It’s our responsibility to vote. Don’t make me One of the stranded told me the following day that, in wave my orange envelope at you!! all, there were six women-of-a-certain-age forced to walk You can reach me by voice or text at 718-219-2211 home or wait, perhaps in vain, for a regular bus to com- or by email at mpearson@riverbayboard.com. So how plete their journey. Since the road was closed to all can I reach you? Huh? VOTE! traffic, many private cars were also unable to pass and unable to access the two garages in the closed The next meeting of the CCDC will be on June 11, 2019, in the Bartow off area. I do not know Community Center, room #28, at 6:00 p.m. how long the private cars The doors of the club are always open to those who desire to work for our were blocked from proclub, participate in the electoral process and are willing to help the Bronx move ceeding. I do know the forward collectively. Our membership for the year is $35 for adults and $20 road was shortly, parfor students. If there is anyone who desires to work for the Board of Election, tially, reopened, allowplease speak to Shirley J. Saunders, our Democratic District Leader. She can ing for regular city buses be reached at (646) 245-1795. and emergency vehicles Our next fundraiser will be to Mohegan Sun Resort for gambling, fun and to proceed. My contact shopping.

Our next stop will be to the Nordic Lodge, all-you-can-eat lobster watched them pass her buffet, all for $180 per person. For further information, please call Ms. June as she trekked toward Grimes at (347) 457-8249. her Elgar Place home.

What we should focus on is that eight states have already decided to not Of course we want allow women to have abortions, even if it is due to rape, incest or other. If a needed repair to our roads. woman is beyond 6 weeks of pregnancy these states want you to go full term.

Most women will not know they are pregnant until after 2 or 3 months. We need to look at our culture, our society and the reasons abortions are considered in the first place. We also have to look at who is voting on this. They are forcing women to possibly kill themselves if they cannot get an abortion by a real"doctor." Women will be forced to seek those who can perform abortions illegally.

Once, we were told that the government was getting into our bedrooms by determining who we should love. Now, the government is getting into female bodies by making women carry a pregnancy to "full term." Keep an eye on this issue. We must "Stop the Ban on Abortion." The government should not take away a woman's right to choose.

— Shirley Saunders

Mother’s Day Celebrated at the Garvey School

On May 10, 2019, The Garvey School hosted a Mother’s Day Breakfast. The children were amazing. They greeted the mothers and grandmothers in English and Mandarin, and then served waffles, eggs, sausage, fruit, juice, coffee, tea and dessert. They also entertained with music and dance.

The head of the Garvey School Board of Directors informed the audience of the children’s wonderful educational experience at the school.

Photos by Francine Reva Jones

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American Legion Post 1871

Memorial Day in Co-op City Memorial Day is an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971.

Here in Co-op City, Post 1871 will be celebrating the day on Sunday, May 26. So many programs are lined up for the celebration here in the community and we are urging everyone to come out tomorrow and celebrate the veterans among us.

While the day is the last Monday in May, American Legion of Co-op City has always celebrated the day on the last Sunday of May. The usual celebration always starts by 1 p.m., but the organization decided to change the time to 3 p.m. for the first time to accommodate community participation after the regular church services. We hope everyone will be available to honor our men and women who lost their lives in the course of serving the nation to give us the freedom that we have today.

Monthly General Meeting in May In the last general membership meeting of Post 1871, Commander Toba spelled out all that needed to be done to ensure a wonderful ceremony. Individual Legionnaires were given a series of tasks to carry out before and during the event. Vice commander will be leading the charge for the Honor Guard and the Posting of Colors. Chaplain Lawson will partner with the Auxiliary to ensure that every attendee at the event gets refreshed. The office of Assemblyman Benedetto has always provided the wreath for the event.

Volunteer members will gather together on Saturday, May 25, at the supply store in Mount Vernon for shopping. All items will be transported accordingly to the Bartow area for the program the following day. If anyone has any concerns or questions, you should contact Commander Toba at 347.327.6288.

Commander Reistad Addresses Legion Leadership National Commander Brett Reistad encouraged leadership to ask their senators and representatives to support the LEGION Act, as he paid respect to “an outstanding national commander, tremendous veterans’ advocate and a great friend,” Past National Commander William Detweiler, who passed away on March 27 at age 79. The LEGION Act (Let Everyone Get Involved in Opportunities for

Who Am I?

I am the eternal bliss of all that is, the flame that forever burns.

I am the sky earth and all of its beautiful inhabitants.

My presence is infinite. I am the waters that form the oceans that border the lands that offer shelter to its inhabitants.

I am the shepherd that tends his sheep.

I am the raindrops that fall but never fill the oceans.

I am tolerance when needed but frown on all false devotions.

I honor those who always choose to challenge right from wrong.

I frown on those who are weak and praise those who are strong.

I am the equalizer. My face is in the moonlight’s glow that guides throughout the night; my voice impels the winds that blow and cleans the lands in flight.

I imposed the idea of “tough love” to those who falter my retribution is fierce, but my forgiveness is just as bold.

I hear their voices before they call and I see their tears before they fall.

I am the attendant. Am I just an apparition of man’s hope for eternal salvation, or am I the sole attendant of all that is??

The master of all creations. (WHO AM I) —Frank Mayes National Service Act) has been introduced in the Senate and House; the legislation would allow any veteran who served honorably under federal orders since World War II to join the American Legion.

Memorial Day in the Nation Memorial Day is the unofficial kick-off for things to do in the summer and we are very happy that this year’s celebration will mark 100 years of the American Legion establishment. New York City throws numerous proper commemorations for our troops on the actual holiday, and Riverbay Corporation has always been a good supporter of veterans celebration in Co-op City. We are thankful for the partnership.

—Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown Toba

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Board Elections - Choose Wisely

your family and friends right now. And, then, I hope that our young adults will apply for these summer jobs.

Beach Safety A few years ago, I remember going to a really nice beach in another state. But, the water was very rough and the waves were really high. Regardless, lots of I wrote this viewpoint last Saturday, May 18, 2019. beachgoers went way out in the water. Then, the next So, I hope that the board election is finally over. If yes, day, there was a report on the radio that some of those do you think that you voted for the right candidates? folks had drowned.

A Few Points To Consider Then, just a few years later, the police at that same Over the years, a lot of residents have asked me for beach warned all of the beachgoers to stay out of the my opinion on our elections and on specific candidates. water during a particular weekend. However, some of Therefore, I decided that I would publish a few points those folks simply ignored those warnings. Then, to let our shareholders know what to look for before other folks sent their kids into the water – alone. So, they vote for any candidate in our board elections. guess what happened? Some of those beachgoers The first point that our residents should consider almost drowned. In fact, the situation was so bad that is the seriousness of voting for any candidate. For they had to call in lifeguards that were off-duty. So, instance, look at what article III of our bylaws state in those off-duty lifeguards had to drop everything and reference to the duties and powers of board directors: rush to the beach to help pull people out of the water.

“The board of directors shall have entire charge of the Then, closer to home, lifeguards had to pull out a man property, interests, business and transactions of the corporation, and may adopt such rules, regulations and resolutions for the conduct of its meetings and management of the corporation as it may deem proper, not inconsistent with law or these bylaws.”

Now, what do you think about the powers that board directors have in respect to our multi-billion dollar corporation? What about that statement that they “have entire charge of the property, interests, business and transactions of the corporation…?”

Serious, right? Absolutely! Now, let’s consider a few scenarios so that you can see exactly why you need to be very careful before you vote for anyone.

It’s election season and some candidates want you to vote for them. So, how would you vote in these cases? Though never convicted, shareholder A has been in trouble with the law on numerous occasions.

Regardless, they flooded the newspapers with positive advertisements to get your vote. Shareholder B has been on the board before. However, despite our demographics, they have always voted to approve projects and resolutions that were contrary to the best interests of our community. Regardless, they flooded our community with positive flyers and newspaper advertisements to get your vote.

Now, would you vote for either of these shareholders? Do you think that these candidates will represent our community in a proper manner? Do you think that they should be in charge of running a multibillion dollar corporation? Moreover, do you see why you should do your homework before you vote for anyone?

If your answer is yes to this last question, then please make a decision to read the Co-op City Times on a weekly basis. Read the resolutions and how they voted on those resolutions. You will learn a lot about directors from the way that they vote on resolutions.

Also, look at what directors write about on a weekly basis. Do they write about our flowers and other inconsequential matters? Have they ever brushed you off if you ever approached them? Do you know anything about their background? Have you talked to other residents about them?

Look, from my perspective, the key is to vote for candidates that are capable of doing excellent work for our community. So, we check their backgrounds and we ask questions to make sure that they will represent the best interests of our community.

Riverbay Summer Jobs Apply From May 6, 2019 - June 3, 2019 Time is running out. So, did anyone in your family apply for a summer job with Riverbay? If no, then please tell your family members that they need to immediately apply for a job. The summer jobs with Riverbay pay $15 an hour, and they last from July 8, 2019 - August 23, 2019.

The working hours are between 35-40 hours a week. There are some administrative or office positions available. But, please be aware that most of the positions are operational, and are in our grounds and janitorial departments.

The applications are at Bartow. And, the drawing for these jobs will be on June 5. Thereafter, notifications will be sent out on June 7. So, please talk to

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

that had drowned. Thereafter, a lot of beachgoers were sad. Now, please stop for a moment and think about yourself, your family, and everything else. Then, please make a decision that you and your family are going to be very careful and follow good safety procedures and instructions when you go to the beach. Thank you.

Close I hope that everyone will have a nice and a safe Memorial Day weekend. I also hope that everyone will have a wonderful summer that is filled with love, joy, and great times.

Thank you.

Questions or comments? Please send a letter to: Daryl H. Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

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

And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

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Annual Bronx Ball John Wick: Chapter 3 – Parabellum JOHN WICK: CHAPTER 3 – PARABELLUM is one of the craziest symphonies of carnage ever. PARABELLUM, in Latin, means Prepare for War. And my, oh my, did my man John Wick did so! I was just amazed and jaw-dropped throughout the whole film. The shock value was crazy in the third one! What wasn’t there! Horses! Motorcycles! Hand to Hand! Knife fight! Book fight! And this film included some of the most extraordinary Dog Fight action sequences ever. Those Belgian Shepherds were insane! So awesome. I don’t even know where to begin, but I think I basically covered the gist above. It was just extraordinary. So many spectacularly crafted action scenes. It was out of this world.

Keanu Reeves is simply godlike in this. He did some of the craziest action scenes. You can say what you want and Tom Cruise, of course, being in the insanity conversation, but it is very different what Keanu does. His hand-to-hand combat scenes are amazing. There were so many insane fights here. The knife fight with the Asian gangs in the beginning was wild! The fight with The Raid crew was out of this millennium. And, the cherry on top, the fight with Dacascos was incredible. All of those included something different, they weren’t the same, not even one bit.

Halle Berry almost, almost, stole the show. Never seen her this bad-(BLEEP), like ever! Her scene in Casablanca can give her her own film, easy. Man, that was intense. Intense may be the only word to actually describe this masterpiece of an action film to perfection because it was literally intense right from the beginning. Only time it stopped was some story-oriented progression and some awesome revelations.

I simply love all of the world that Chad Stahelski introduced in all of the John Wicks. It started out so simple, but as the film went on, it was something more. We simply don’t get that nowadays, action martial arts spectacles are a rare breed.

Stahelski introduced us to one of the most bad-(BLEEP) characters of all time.

Keanu Reeves is having the time of his life because he has never been this bad(BLEEP) consistently and he loves it for sure because he is incredible in all of these films. I just felt so giddy after this film because there is nothing like it. From any

BY ANATOLIY BUDNITSKIY

Co-op City shareholders Rod and Shirley Saunders were at the Bronx Ball held on Saturday, May 18, at Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Course in the Bronx, NY. Known as the premiere event of Bronx Week, celebrated this year from May 9-May 19, the event was co-hosted by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr and the Bronx Tourism Council. This year’s Bronx Walk of Fame honorees are singer/songwriter Regina Spektor, boxing champ Iran Barkley and planetary scientist Carolyn Porco. The Bronx Zoo received the Annual Tourism Award. Congressman Eliot Engel, photographed above right with Mr. and Mrs. Saunders, attended the Bronx Ball. He said: “The Bronx Ball is a terrific event that highlights everything unique and exciting about our borough. As a lifelong Bronxite and a former long-time resident of Co-op City, I was honored to attend the Ball and help celebrate all of the wonderful Bronx communities I represent.”

Photo courtesy of the Office of Congressman Engel

Hollywood blockbuster to any masterful indie, there comes a time where films like this are needed first and foremost. This beautifully made and spectacularly choreographed action film is one to remember for sure. Also, if it closes out as a trilogy for whatever reason (which I doubt), this has got to be one of the best and most complete trilogies to date; as each film went on, they raised the bar and then some!

JOHN WICK IS HERE TO STAY! KEANU IS A COLD SAVAGE. Would never think I would see a two-kick combo from a horse, so thank you so much, Chad Stahelski and crew. 10/10 Chad Stahelksi – Director Keanu Reeves – John Wick Halle Berry – Sofia Ian McShane – Winston Laurence Fishburne – Bowery King Mark Dacascos - Zero

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Building 31 A/B Association

At our general meeting on Tues., May 14, we were fortunate to have Warren Mitchell, our assistant general manager. Many questions were asked and he gave us answers to them, and if follow up was needed, he took those names to help resolve issues and concerns.

One of his topics was customer service area to hear calls for very department to centralize your phone call so that one call would be all we needed instead of making more to another area needed. He addressed our concern about the lighting on the walkway and the ball court in and behind Bldg. 31. He also addressed a question regarding cooperators throwing food and clothes from their apartment windows. If possible, take pictures or notice the floor it is coming from and report ASAP as our reporting causes this action to be followed up on by our security.

Thanks, Mr. Mitchell, for taking the time to come speak to us and with your input, hopefully, you will be able to help resolve the many questions put before you.

Our remarkable Crochet and Knitting group displayed their work that has been completed by several members. We were able to see a coverlet for the bed, tote bags and a sweater. There are several members from other buildings who attend on Mondays when their group meets, but were unable to come to our meeting.

This shows when you want to do something, you can with the help of each other.

We applaud the group who welcomes anyone interested in the art of crocheting and knitting on Monday nights.

Our president, Robert Hedgepeth, continued the meeting by reminding us of our concern that floor captains were needed for our building. He stated another meeting date to be posted for a group willing to volunteer so that this can happen.

Our day trip will be 5/29 and we were successful in filling the bus, therefore, meeting our goal to raise money for our scholarship fund. Looking forward to our next adventure and to continue the funding. Our application for 2019 scholarship has been posted in our lobby. We had one torn off the wall twice, however, information is locked inside our bulletin board in the lobby and we will be posting another one in-between the elevators. Please notify any committee member listed to get an application and qualification list now. All completed applications must be returned by June 1.

We had a 50/50 drawing and the winner was Wendy Berch from the B-side who also receive a door prize. The other door prize winners were from the A-side and they are Mary Muckler and Ivonna Freeman. Now you could have been one of the winners if you had attended our meeting, but then there is always next time.

We want to see you there where you can be a winner and a cooperator with opinions to be shared.

—Marilyn McDaniel

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to Worship Service every Sunday morning at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475; Tel. 718-3240334 or 718-320-4218.

Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day Service starts at 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m.

Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m.12;30 p.m.

Bible Study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m.

Youth service every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: God’s blessings are often found where we experience our worst defeat; it is important to take advantage of divine opportunity.

Believers should seek the mind of the Lord instead of relying on their own reasoning and abilities.

Our own lives often reveal the desire to avoid problem and provide human solutions, rather than trusting the true source of our strength. In the book of Ruth, we can clearly see that problem cannot be avoided, but must be faced through the guidance and power of the spirit of God. (Ruth 1:1-5) Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, and there was famine in the land.

And a certain man of Bethlemjudah went to sojourn in the country of Moab, he and his wife, and his two sons. And the name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife Naomi, and the name of his two sons Mahlon and Chilion, Ephrathites of Bethlehemjudah. And they came into the country Moab, and continue there. And Elimelech, Naomi’s husband, died; and she was left, and her two sons.

And they took them wives of the women of Moab; the name of one was Orpah, and the name of the other Ruth, and they dwell there about ten years.

And Malon and Chilion died also both of them; and the woman was left of her two sons and her husband.

When this family decided to move out of their own country and sojourn in the country of Moab to dwell there, they failed to rely upon the Lord or trust His pro-

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Iglesia Cristiano Marcos 16:15

Isaiah 41:10 So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.

Isaias 41:10 No temas, porque yo estoy contigo; no desmayes, porque yo soy tu. Dios que te esfuerzo; siempre te ayudare, siempre te sustentare con la diestra de mi justicia.

Our pastor, Fernando Figueroa, would like to extend a warm invitation to you and your family. If you are looking for a church of fellowship and to worship our Lord Jesus Christ; if you are lonely, hurt, depressed and you need deliverance or freedom, our doors are open to bring you to the one that is available and capable of healing you. Jesus Christ is the answer. He loves you so much that he left his throne of glory to save you. The purpose of us being here is to help those in need, those seeking for an answer. Jesus came to set us free.

El pastor Fernando Figueroa le extiende una cordial invitacion a usted y su familia. Si usted esta buscando una iglesia para congregarse y buscarla direccion de Dios, nuestras puertas estan abierta. Si te sientes solo, herido, deprimido, maltratado Jesus Cristo es l repuesta. El te ama tanto que dejo su trono de Gloria para salvarte y perdonar tus pecados.

John 14:16 says, “I am the Way and the Truth and the Life.”

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

Juan 14:16 dice: “Yo soy el camino, la verdad y la vida.”

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

Services Offered Tuesdays – Worship Service: 8 p.m.

Fridays – Bible Study: 8 p.m.

Sundays – Bible Class: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Service at 12 p.m.

Every second Saturday of the month, we offer “Prayer Saturdays” from 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Communion is the first Sunday of the month God bless you and remember, Jesus loves you Servicios Ofrecidos Martes – Servicio de adoracion: 8 p.m.

Viernes – Estudios Biblico: 8 p.m.

Domingos – Clase de Biblia: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Servicio a 12:00 p.m.

Ofrecemos “Sábados de la Oración” cada 2do Sabado del mes a las 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

La comunión es el 1er Domingo del mes Que Dios te bendiga y recuerda que Dios te ama.

—Virgen Saud vision in the middle of the famine.

The moment we run from our problems or circumstances is the moment we lack trust in God and begin to place our faith in our own ingenuity or ability. Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways, acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.

Life in Moab prove to be filled with heartache and despair for this family. Naomi experienced feelings of dissolution for the loss of her husband and felt that was the end of her dreams. But she did not want the same fate for her daughters-in-law.

They lost their husband, but as young widows they had opportunities to remarry and have a full life. Therefore, Naomi decided to give them permission to be freed from any responsibility they felt to care for her and returned home to Judah. But Ruth was determined to go with her mother-in-law Naomi, and was marry to Boaz, Naomi’s kinsman.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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Co-op City Little League

To commemorate the Celebrating Our event, we will be honoring 50th Anniversary Tonight!

Co-op City Little League will be cele- some of the many people brating its 50th Anniversary tonight, Satur- who have served Co-op City day, May 25, with a Gala Event sponsored Little League over the years,

by DrugBox Pharmacy, on the Little League as well as, those who have Fields from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Come celebrate played, coached or served on our glorious 50 years of serving the Co-op the board of directors. Specific honors will be given to City community.

There will be music provided by Bay- “Big Mike” Williams, Irwin chester Blues and DJ Alfa. There will be Address, founder of the softball games and raffles with many great Co-op City Little League; prizes. Food will be catered by our sponsors, Cozy Cottage/Sangria Cafe, and former presidents Hector there will be plenty of Co-op City Little League merchandise for sale.

Ayala and Irwin Toplitsky, and Lifetime Awards will be presented to the families of Bruce Lasky and Everod Jefferson, foundRyan Pabon ing fathers of the league.

Purchase your tickets for the event at the door for $30 for adults and $10 for children under 16.

Co-op City Little League honored its mothers for Mother’s Day (photo at left) by distributing pink wristbands that were worn by all players in the TBALL and FARMS divisions during their games on Saturday. Mothers of the Minors and Majors divisions were honored with commemorative pink T-shirts. Again, thank you, mothers, for all you do for the children and the CCLL family.

Finally, in baseball news, the Juniors team beat Astor on Saturday, 5/18, by a score of 10-1. Ryan Pabon pitched the complete game and earned the win while striking out 7. AJ Santana and Joey Roman led the hitting attack with 2 hits apiece. Mikey Wicks and Ben Cintron had RBI hits each and Marquel Wicks caught a great game.

Come help Co-op City Little League kick off the next 50 years of baseball Moms displaying their Mother’s Day t-shirts. excellence.

—Joe Roman

Co-op City Sports

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 family!

Happy Memorial Day weekend. Our 2019 Membership Roster is posted on the lobby bulletin boards for your perusal. I trust that by the time you read this article, our intercom system and new ADA-compliant entry doors will be fully operational. Expeditious completion of the work will reduce the need for paying 24-hour per day overtime during the installation process.

Our next general membership meeting is scheduled for Thursday, May 30, 7:00 p.m.

Our Annual Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, June 8, 1-6 p.m. Please support your building association by donating baked goodies and/or by purchasing our baked goodies. We look forward to seeing you there. Calling all bakers.

Calling all volunteers. See me or another Executive Board member for more information about donating and/or volunteering.

The Community Fair on the Section One Greenway is scheduled for Saturday, June 1. Please come out. Local vendors will be available with jewelry, food, clothing, etc.

Rivers Run Community Garden had the distinction to host four 4th grade classes from P.S. 153 on Tuesday, May 14. It was my great pleasure to find the child of shareholders from Building 9 in one of the visiting classes. Each class had an opportunity to participate in the planting of Serrano peppers in the children’s garden. Kudos to our association friend, Vivian Burrus, for providing all the children with hands-on participation in the planting process.

There will be self-defense sessions at the garden today, Saturday, May 25, from 10:30 to 12:30; also, June 8 and June 15, same time, same place. See you there. Fresh air. Physical activity. Wellness. Join us.

Our 2019 Section Two Summer Family Fun Day is scheduled for Saturday, June 22, from 12-6 p.m. Food, drinks, games and entertainment at no cost to you.

Volunteers are needed for our Section Two Summer Family Fun Day event activities. The volunteer meeting will be held Wednesday, May 29, in the Building 13 Association room at 7 p.m. Please see the notice posted on our lobby bulletin boards for additional information.

I have been vigilant in reporting teens playing in our elevators, hallways, and running up and down our stairs after school, loiterers in our stairwells and occasionally, our laundry room. CCPD has been vigilant in responding. Recently, teens were caught in the stairwell and a community complaint issued. Parents, please do not allow your young people, friends and visitors to deface our property, smoke marijuana in our public spaces, disturb the peace and/or the safety of your neighbors.

New washers, dryers, carts and better customer service are coming in the next few months. Please be patient.

I trust you voted in the Riverbay Board election. This is your home. Its future depends on the choices you make with your vote each year. Use your vote wisely.

“I’m not upset that you lied to me, I’m upset that from now on I can’t believe you.” —Friedrich Nietzsche —Linda Collins

More Impressive Wins!

On Sunday, May 19, Co-op City teen Matthew Miller competed in the first Annual Thunderfist Youth Tournament held at the Kennedy Center in Harlem. Matthew represented Power Of Self Goju of Harlem in the Black Belt Kata (forms) Division and took first place with an impressive win over his competitors. Then, representing Martial Way Kungfu Center here in Co-op City, he went on to win an impressive victory in the Black Belt Sparring Division taking first place without any of his competitors scoring any points on him. The event did not have weapons division.

Matthew’s big challenge will be on Saturday, June 1, at Syracuse University for the Syracuse Open Martial Arts Championships.

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Co-op City Times / May 25, 2019

Co-op City Graduate Spotlight Congratulations, Rachelle!

It is with great pride and honor that longtime Co-op City shareholder Thelma Blash announces the graduation of her granddaughter, Rachelle Audrey Blash from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. Rachelle graduated Summa Cum Laude with a 4.0 grade average and has received several other awards as well. Thelma Blash traveled to North Carolina to witness this historic graduation that also celebrated the university's 125th year.

We are so proud of you, Rachelle, and wish you well in your future endeavors!

—Mom, Dad, Grandma & Davida

So Proud of You, Ketirah!

Congratulations to Ketirah Felder-Hogan, Valedictorian and Honors Program graduate, class of 2019, fromAmerican International College, having earned a BA in Communications. Love you!

—Mom, Felicia; Sharella and André

It’s Graduation Time!

Shareholders, if you have a graduate or a student who excelled this past school year, let us know so their accomplishments can be shared with your neighbors. Send your submissions to cctimes @riverbaycorp.com or call us at 718-3203300, x3375/6.

Congratulations and Continued Success, Sean!

Congratulations to Sean Thomas Mavins upon receiving his Master of Arts in Teaching from Manhattanville College, Purchase, NY. A graduate of Cardinal Spellman High School and Delaware State University, Sean is pursuing a career in Physical Education and Sports Pedagogy.

We are so very proud of you, Sean.

With much love, —Dad, Mom, Grandmoms, Aunts and Cousins

Assembly Member Michael R. Benedetto’s Summer Reading Challenge

The Carver Loop Building 11 Civic Association would like to proudly say “Congratulations” and job well done to our first set of Building 11 scholarship winners from June 2015! These wonderful young people are now 2019 graduates from their respective colleges!

Saluting Our Grads!

Nikaya Renee Manley (left) who graduated from Claremont McKenna College, California

Summer is a time for fun and lifelong memories, whether that’s playing outside with friends until dinDante-Ezekiel Francis, a proud graduate of nertime, taking family vacations or diving into a pile SUNY Brockport of books.

To encourage kids to spend some time with new or familiar characters, Assemblyman Benedetto (DBronx) is partnering with New York State libraries and inviting children to participate in the Assembly’s annual Summer Reading Challenge. This year’s theme is science and space with the slogan, “A Universe of Stories,” encouraging young readers to expand their horizons, explore the world around them with STEMrelated activities and dream big. Young readers are awarded with the Assembly Excellence in Reading certificate to recognize their efforts and dedication.

“Just picking up a book transports kids to fantastical places, back in time or far into the future, off on Lauren Lyons (center) who graduated from exciting adventures or into the lives of historical figHampton University, Virginia ures,” Assemblyman Benedetto said. “These tales —Sheila Richburg teach us important lessons and expand our minds with new and thrilling ideas. Once the school year ends, we need to make sure kids keep on reading for a brighter, successful future.”

Summer reading is a simple way for kids to pass the time on their days off and is highly effective in maintaining their academic skills. Too often, kids’ reading levels slip during the summer, a phenomenon known as “summer slide,” and they spend crucial time in the fall trying to catch back up, sometimes with great difficulty. Ensuring kids have time during their breaks to pick up a good book isn’t only a great way to have fun – it prepares them for the new school year by keeping their young minds active, Assemblyman Benedetto noted.

By partnering with New York State libraries, the Assembly Summer Reading Challenge allows more kids to explore their local libraries and the services they offer. Libraries have a vast amount of enriching programs for both kids and adults that are worth taking advantage of, noted the Assemblyman.

The challenge asks children to read a book for a minimum of 15 minutes a day for at least 40 days during July and August. Children can read on their own or with a partner or caregiver and mark off days on the calendar provided. Once they’ve completed 40 days or more, they submit the calendar to Assemblyman Benedetto and then receive a certificate in the mail.

For more information about the Summer Reading Challenge, please visit summerreadingnys.org, email benedettom@nyassembly.gov or call his office at 718-892-2235.

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Co-op City Times / May 25, 2019

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Co-op City Times / May 25, 2019

Building 21 Association

You are everything and everything is you “We,” the people of “Co-op” City, have chosen to live here, in a cooperative community. We are not tenants; we are shareholders and cooperators. “Co-op” City is the best kept secret in New York, hands down. All of us want a better “Co-op” City, and the best way to have that, is to be informed and take advantage of the infrastructure that protects and guides us. You are Riverbay and Riverbay is you. We must cooperate with each other in order make and keep our community one of the best places to live in New York. How do we do that? Our intention is to answer that question in The Tank.

Think Tank at Building 21 needs your input. Everyone is welcomed. Come and lend your intention to The Tank every Friday evening, 8:00-9:30 p.m. in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop).

21 Association Meeting will be Friday, May 24, at 7:00 p.m. Please mark your calendars accordingly. If you have any questions regarding The 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@ gmail.com. Call: 347.504.1821, and you can attend the monthly meetings which are held every fourth Thursday in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the Bsection (120 Bellamy Loop) at 7 p.m.

Floor Captains will make CO-OP City Work Better…

All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact numbers (for your floor only): List all emergency contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor 2. Co-op City Times: Place them at each apartment door (delivered on Saturdays) 3. Elevator Notices: Read them and talk to your neighbors about them 4. Promote meetings, clubs and gatherings 5. Encourage your neighbors to: Vote – Vote – Vote! in the Riverbay Election; Make calls to the Riverbay offices: Security 718-671-3050 • CSO 718-320-3300 We are passionate about this community… Aren’t you? Come and join us at Building 21 sometime soon. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals a force for good.

See you around the neighborhood!

—Theron Marbury

Building 27 Association

Hello, neighbors; happy spring. The trees and flowers are slowly blooming.

We have a tree that blooms different flowers each spring. Then a pretty small bush bloomed beautiful white daises/flowers, so much so they really looked artificial. So happy to see our hard working groundkeeper with the much needed help. He has worked years alone in Section 5.

Memorial Weekend – Enjoy and please stay safe. Remember our veterans and keep those who are stationed around the world in prayer for their safety and well-being.

Contact Emergency Information – Please check with CSO (Cooperator Service Office) to confirm that your information is on file. I had a situation and my information submitted August of 2015 was not in the system of Riverbay.

Riverbay Election – Sure hope we met the quorum.

Margie and Sharon, our Fundraising Committee, are working on another wonderful trip, so stay tuned.

It was brought to our attention that a portion of the ground is sinking in the driveway circle in front of Building 27A. This issue will be given to GM Noel Ellison. As we venture out on a daily basis, it appears the circle is being inundated with cracks in the road. The circle is in dire need of repavement.

Co-op City 50th Anniversary There is a 2019 calendar of special events. We, as shareholders, will be celebrating 50 years of the existence of the Co-op City development, a city within a city, the entire year. This is wonderful, let’s try to make the events.

Happy Birthday to all celebrating this month. The best of health to all. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 to share news of an illness, or the passing of a neighbor.

Pray for peace among world leaders now more than ever. Leaders and leadership choices and decisions affect our very daily lives. At the end of the day, be nice, respectful and offer kindness to your neighbor, life is too short. The three great essentials to achieve anything worthwhile are hard work, second, stick-toitiveness and third, common sense. –Thomas A. Edison —H. Overman

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Building 25 Association

Let’s take time out of our busy Memorial Day holiday preparations to observe and honor the men and women who died while serving in our U.S. military and may we never forget, freedom isn’t free.

Congratulations go out to the following 2019 graduating students of Building 25 on your well-deserved success; we are very proud of you and cannot wait to see what great things you accomplish in your future endeavors: • Mavis Forson – Lehman College • Ein Fox – School of Visual Arts I will be in the lobby collecting names on June 15 between 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. If you miss this deadline, you can leave your name or your child’s name and school graduating from at our security desk so that you/they too may receive the honor of having your/their name mentioned in our Co-op City Times.

We wish all neighbors born in May a Happy Birthday, and for those who have been under the weather, we hope you get better soon.

Our next and final, before summer break, meeting will be scheduled for Tuesday, June 18, at 7:30 p.m. Again, due to construction blocking the entry to our meeting room, we will let you know where our meeting will be held. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building25ca@ gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association. Friendly reminder, our building annual dues are $5.00 per family. We would like to thank the residents who have paid their annual dues. Dues are collected at our monthly meetings by Carol Eilets, treasurer, or Celeste Stukes, asst. treasurer.

I will close with the following quote: “Ceremonies are important, but our gratitude has to be more than visits to the troops, and once-a-year Memorial Day ceremonies. We honor the dead best by treating the living well.” –Jennifer M. Granholm —Wanda Bailey

Where has the time gone? Did you participate in the 50th Anniversary events of last weekend? I’m hopeful they were successful. This weekend, have a safe and great Memorial Day weekend.

By this publication, our townhouse association meeting will have happened. News from that meeting will appear in the June 1 press release. Hopefully, Broun Place neighbors attended and took the opportunity to speak with our Riverbay Management representatives. One neighbor did submit issues and concerns.

This is much appreciated as it gives Management the opportunity to prepare in advance.

Saturday, May 11, teams from our Safety Department, accompanied by senior staff and The Red Cross, installed the required combo, Smoke Alarm/CO2 detectors in each apartment possible. The team was very efficient and wore proper ID. Neighbors, be prepared to answer the questionnaire and it will all be over in 30 minutes or so. The clean-up is minimal. If you weren’t home, you will be contacted.

Our Board of Directors election ballot was submitted by the 10th of May. How about you? It is so important to participate in the process in a timely fashion and get this done. By this publication, the deadline has passed.

We hope the required number was reached.

Be aware of phone scams, Caller ID says, “Belfast” or “Gary Moore,” it’s a credit card scam: #1- never give personal information over the telephone. 2 - If you are “online,” use secure websites that have “https” as part of their ID name. Another scam call begins, “Get help for your chronic pain, we have not received your response to our mailing.” A new scam recorded call tells you because of your great payment record, etc., don’t fall for it!

Please take notice if your Co-op City Times is delivered incorrectly. Correctly is

folded in your door or through your mail slot. It should never be left, placed on the concrete. And please, pickup cans, bags and cups from the gutters and sidewalks.

Discard your garbage correctly! Report pot holes to 31-1. Repair is not immediate, but records are kept. It will get done. From our association safety meeting, “hot” items like toaster, floor heater, microwave, and refrigerator should not be on extension cords; check your fire extinguisher for the expiration date. If it is outdated, recycle it correctly or recharge it.

Our Broun Place Executive Committee wishes those recovering from illness and hardships a speedy, complete recovery and many good days ahead, just keep dancing!

Finally, good news, seven-year birthday congratulations to Benjamin Kindaichi Raines, son of former cooperator, Dr. Mai Kindaichi. And congratulations are in order for the Roberts family here in Broun Place. Twins have arrived. We send lots of congratulations to the Roberts family and may the new great grandbabies growup in good health and create beautiful family memories.

Graduation time has arrived. We applaud all the graduates and send best wishes for their future.

—Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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Co-op City Times / May 25, 2019 Mark Your Calendar – The Retirees’ next and last General Meeting before our summer break will be held on Wednesday, June 5, at 1:30 p.m. in Dreiser, room 19. Come, we are looking forward to seeing you.

Attention: Our 47th annual Luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, June 12, at Marina Del Rey, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Donation: $85, includes free transportation (if needed). First sign-up, first-pay. Contact: Daisy Y-Anderson/Beverly Waller, 718-379-0377.

Travel Events: (price includes coach bus located on Dreiser Loop, front of H&R Block) • June 24-26 (Mon.-Wed.), Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, De. Price: $380, double per person/$470, single. Deposit: $100 ASAP. Two payments each due April 1 and May 6; double, $140 per and single, $185. Final payment due June 3. Hotel accommodations at Dover Downs Hotel and Casino, all-youcan-eat crabs at Woody’s Crab house, non-stop action at the Dover Downs slots, and shopping at Rehoboth stores. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

• Sept. 16-19 (Mon.-Thurs.), Niagara Falls, Canada.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Price: double: $589/single: $709. Deposit, $150.00 ASAP. Final payment due June 5. Passport required.

Meet & Greet upon arrival, guided tours, 3 breakfasts/3 dinners, and Niagara Falls cruise. Contact: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722.

Theatre Committee: (price includes van transport from Dreiser Loop opposite Rehab Center) • May 25 (Sat.), “Tribute to Michael Jackson,” Lehman College. Meet/Depart: 7:00/7:15 p.m. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847.

• July 31 (Wed.), second show, “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations,” Imperial Theatre. Sold out! Contact: Dorothy Lindo, 718-3790314 • Sept. 11 (Wed.,) “Mambo Italiano,” Westchester Broadway Theatre. Showtime: 11:00 a.m. Price: $75.00. Deposit: $40. Balance due: $35.00, Aug. 09.

Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949.

We accept checks only, payable to Retirees of Dreiser Loop, along with your name and telephone number. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m.

Black Forum Food Pantry Update The Emergency Food Pantry is tentatively scheduled to reopen in June. The main office is at 920 Baychester Avenue. Its entrance faces the yellow school house. Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 & 33 can register for pantry services at New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, on Thursday, 5/23 & 5/30, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Pre-registration for Sections 1, 2, 3, 4 and Buildings 26, 30, 31, & 35 concluded this past week. Guests can also register when pantry services restart. Those registering must present one of the following government issued up-to-date IDs showing a 10475-zip code: Driver, Non-Driver, or NYC ID. No exceptions.

Anyone 18+ of age can register. Only one participant per household may register. Check this article to see the start date for pantry services.

Defensive Driving Last class for the season: Saturday, June 8, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, room 1 (top floor); $35 per person. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early. Bring your current driver’s license and a pen. Late arrivals may not be admitted. Checks/money orders can be made payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City’ and mailed to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475 at least 1½ weeks before class. Include name and phone number. Walk-ins are welcomed, but only a $35 cash payment will be accepted the day of the class — No checks. Call any day by noon of the day before class to register for seating. Please leave a voicemail at (718) 320-8035 and someone will return your call. Kindly leave your name, telephone number and a brief message.

Tropicana Casino The trip is cancelled. Those who submitted payments will be reimbursed in full.

Nordic Lodge & Mohegan Sun Casino Trip - Waiting List Only Join us Saturday, August 17, for an amazing dining experience at the awardwinning Nordic Lodge/Lobster Fest, in Charlestown, RI. Enjoy 2-hours of an allyou-can-eat seafood-plus buffet with lobster, prime rib, spec-ialty desserts and more! The fun continues at Mohegan Sun Casino. $170 includes dining, shopping, & round-trip coach transportation. Three payments are past due. Please make checks payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City’ and mail to 920 Baychester Avenue, #19B, Bronx, NY 10475. Include name & phone number of attendee. Please call 917-209-5334 or 718-320-0033 if you have questions.

Contact We look forward to hearing from you (coopcityblackforum@gmail.com).

—D. Illis

Building 11 Association

Saluting Our Grads! Please see page 14 for our graduates!

The Carver Loop Building 11 Association would also like to acknowledge our Troops and thank all the men and women for their service to our country.

—Sheila Richburg

Good and Welfare To members and friends on the mend, we hope that each new day brings you renewed strength. Call Josephine Flowers, 718-320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Since Spring has sprung, let’s get together at our next Jazz Up Your Health with A Senior Spa Day, which will be held on Wednesday, June 26. Call Claudette D, 718-379-4784/Hattie L, 718-671-8449, to sign up.

Attention! The Retirees need experienced, parttime freelance drivers with a CDL license with passenger endorsement with at least 3 years’ experience and a clean driving record. A stipend can be expected for each trip. This position requires transporting members and friends safely to and from special events within the Bronx, as well as, to outer boroughs.

Please call C. Davis at 718-379-4784 and leave your name, telephone number and a brief message.

“Keep the smile, Leave the tear, Hold the laugh, Leave the pain, think of joy, Forget the fear, Be joyous…” —Author unknown —Claudette Davis

Rivers Run Community Garden

Today is the day for all-day fun at Rivers Run. Join us this morning for a selfdefense class facilitated by Kyoshi David Thomas and assisted by Matthew Miller. This afternoon, participants will build a breakfast tray, coaster and coaster holder out of recycled wood.

Our calendar is filling up with great things to do at the garden. Please continue to check back for these FREE events sponsored by Councilman Andy King and Citizens Committee for NYC. Please tell your friends and family about this amazing place where we not only grow fruits and vegetables, but we grow knowledge and friendships. Rivers Run Community Garden is a movement towards improved mental and physical health. We provide all types of workshops, including nutrition, meditation, edible and medicinal wilds identification, planting, building and crafting. We are the outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares, as well as, residents and neighbors. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit. Stay. Experience us.

Event Dates (All are welcome): Saturday, May 25 – Protect Yourself at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, May 25 – Building with Pallets at 2:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 8 – Protect Yourself at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, June 15 – Protect Yourself at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday, June 16 – Father’s Day Paint Party at 3:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 21 (Rain date: July 28) – Bomba!! (Details to follow) Beginning May 1, Rivers Run is open: Tuesday – 4:00 p.m. to Dusk Wednesdays & Fridays – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Saturdays & Sundays – 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds. Members who are actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or me at 718-671-3801.

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Co-op City Times / May 25, 2019

Memorial Day is an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Memorial Day is a day we as the country come together to honor and remember our servicemen and women who answered America’s call to service and paid the ultimate price. Memorial Day is the time for Americans to say, “Thank you. We remember you. We are grateful to you.”

Wanted: Volunteers to join Section Two Summer Fun Day to assist with the planned activities. All those interested in helping please feel free to attend a special meeting: Date: Wednesday, May 29. Time: 7:00 p.m. sharp. Place: Building 13 Association meeting room (under the portico in the rear—100 Casals Place).

For information or questions, call 718-671-3801.

Summer Fun Day will be held on June 22 from noon to 6:00 p.m. The New York City Fire Department is scheduled to have their mobile Fire Van on the premises to teach all what to do in case of a fire. Education is key to saving lives in case of a fire. FREE T-shirts to the first fifty (50) youth. There will be face painting, carnival games and a Gold Rush trading post. Obstacle course races and basketball and more exciting games. There will be free refreshments for all and lots of family fun activities. All are welcome to attend so come and enjoy the day by Casals Place and Carver Loop located across from MCU. Don’t forget to pre-order your Fun Day shirts. They will be on sale in the lobby or can be ordered by contacting the numbers below. Children’s shirts (xs-xl) are $10, Adult sizes small to extra-large, $12; and Adult 2x and 3x, $15. Contact numbers below by May 28, the final date to place your order.

Today: Learn to recycle and defend yourself with workshops being provided in the Rivers Run Community Garden.

Protect Yourself with free Self-Defense classes for the entire family by Kyoshi David Thomas and Matthew Miller. Where: Rivers Run Community Garden, Co-op City Blvd., Bx from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on the following dates, May 25, June 8, and June 16.

Recycle Moments will show you how to make home items useful again by building, fixing and beautifying. Where: Rivers Run Community Garden, Co-op City Blvd., Bx., May 25, starting at 2:00 p.m.

Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc.

Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. Contacts: Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801; or Vivian Campbell, 718-671-3012.

Thanks for making our team work.

—Vivian Campbell

Building 13 Association

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

Memorial Day – Let us take a moment to remember and honor those who have died while serving in the United Stated Armed Forces.

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

Celebration of Life – On Sunday, June 9, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. in the association room located in the rear of Building 10B, we will be celebrating the life of Maxine Sullivan. Maxine was the Building 10 Association president. She passed away on April 24. We are asking everyone to bring a dish and come share your memories of Maxine. For more information, please call 917-566-7804 or 917880-5594.

General Membership Meeting – Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 19, at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.), in the Building 10 Association room (rear lobby of Bldg. 10B). We are looking forward to seeing everyone. Light refreshments will be served.

Bingo Night – On Friday, June 21, we will be having our first Bingo Night in the Building 10 Association room (rear lobby of Bldg. 10B). Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Start time, 7:15 p.m. Come out for a night of fun and laughter. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 917-488-5237.

Foxwoods Casino/Nordic Lodge – On Saturday, August 17, we are having a bus trip to Nordic Lodge for an all-you-can-eat Lobsterfest buffet. The trip includes a visit to Foxwoods Casino and shopping at Tanger Outlets. The cost of the trip is $175 per person (non-refundable). A payment of $90 is due immediately to reserve your seat. The next payment of $40 is due on June 14. Final payment is due on July 12. All collections will take place in the Building 10 Association room from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. For more information, please call 718-320-4059 or 646-220-0802.

Association Dues – Collection of building association dues has begun for the year 2019. Building association dues are $10 per apartment. If you missed the dues collections in your building, you can bring it to the association meeting or please see any executive board member.

We would like to wish all May babies, a very happy birthday.

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

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

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

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Co-op City Working Families Party

Next Meeting: This Tuesday This Tuesday, May 28, is the next scheduled meeting of our Working Families group.

Guest Speaker Our guest speaker, justice warrior Shanequa Charles will detail the recent launch of Never Be Caged. Their motto: End Mass Incarceration through Youth Investment. Their mission: Enrich the lives of children of color to ensure that they will Never Be Caged.

The Co-op City Working Families Mission As progressives, Co-op City Working Families members work to elect the most progressive candidates possible who will stand in the way of all regressive legislation.

As a civic action group, Co-op City Indivisible (an aspiring Co-op City certified community organization) promotes progressive causes.

As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members, we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community; and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. Join Us! We need your dues but what we really want is your presence and your input.

Remember, you don’t have to have a family or a job, you can be single or retired and still join the Co-op City Working Families Party. There will be snacks, a few inspiring and educational short videos, plus an exciting guest speaker.

The Tuesday, May 28 meeting will be held in Einstein, room 35, at 7:00 p.m. as usual. Expect a reminder call or email or just come! All progressives are welcome.For more details, text or call 718-219-2211 or email mpjazz@optonline.net.

—Mary Pearson

Building 22A&B Association

It’s time to turn on the air conditioning. Please clean your convectors; if you can’t, call CSO and make an appointment.

The “A” side is having the lobby changed to the new front entrance and new intercom (see Building 15 for new look). Your apartment intercom must be checked by Maintenance so the system can work properly. If you’re having visitors, have them call you and ring the bell next to the outside door. This will take 4-6 weeks. Please be patient.

Memorial Day will be on May 26 at 3 p.m. at Co-op City’s Harley Mosely Veterans Memorial Park on Bartow Avenue.

Our Community Fair will be June 1 on the Greenway, 12-6 p.m.

Our next and last meeting for the summer is June 23, 7-9 p.m. on the “B” side in the association room.

Happy birthday to all. Get well greetings to all the sick and shut-in.

If you see something, say something.

—Betty Leak

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Co-op City Times / May 25, 2019

National Council of Negro Women

Bethune Height Recognition Program – Our 45th Annual Luncheon & Awards Program, at which NCNW sections from all over New York State convened to support our national office took place last Saturday at Russo’s on the Bay, Howard Beach, NY. Outstanding leaders being honored this year included Rev. Dr. Elaine Flake, Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever, Pamela K. Davis and our own Co-op City Section member, the Honorable Kim Adair Wilson.

Outstanding Jurist Award was presented to Judge Wilson for her distinguished career in Co-op City Section at BHRP 2019 the New York State Court System that has spanned three decades. She has published in the New York Law Journal, is listed in Who’s Who Among African Americans, has been featured in Ebony Magazine and is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. This luncheon is a national platform that provides an annual opportunity for members and friends to support and live the legacy of NCNW by giving or raising funds during the year to provide annual financial support for the work of the National organization.

Members demonstrate special support by becoming Achievers, Life Members or Legacy Life Members of NCNW. From the Co-op City Section this year, four members became Bethune-Height Achievers: De’Borah Gadsden, Joyce Howard, Dorcas Lay and Judge Kim Adair Wilson. New York State Judge Kim Adair Wilson with National Chair Johnnetta Cole and other dignitaries members traveled from as far away as Syracuse to attend this unique program. This is our organization. We must support it.

Donations – This month, we are still collecting canned goods for the Phipps Neighborhood home. Pantries that were filled at Christmas are depleted by now. Children who have meals at school will no longer get those meals during the summer. Members, please remember that diapers and Pull-Ups are also always appreciated, as well as can openers.

Social Media – Remember you can find us on Facebook: NCNWCoopcity Bethune; Twitter: @NCNWCoop City; Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: www.ncnwcoopcity@gmail.com.

—Joyce Howard

Public Safety

(Cont’d from p. 7)

that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Don’t forget to say “hello” to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. It is also important to remember that not all disabilities are visible. Someone who appears to be healthy may have a physical or developmental disability.

May is awareness month for ALS, Allergies and Asthma, Arthritis, Cystic Fibrosis, Celiac Disease, Fibromyalgia, Hepatitis, High Blood, Huntington’s disease, Lupus and Lyme disease. This is a good opportunity to schedule an appointment for a physical exam. It is also a good opportunity to learn about these diseases or others which may affect your friends, family members or neighbors. May 31 is known as World Day No Tobacco Day. Use this opportunity to motivate you to take steps to quit or cut back on cigarette smoking or other tobacco uses.

It is a good time to learn about your neighbors and embrace your differences and celebrate your similarities. Knowledge is power; the more you learn the stronger you become.

Be Respectful of Your Neighbors Please be aware that not all disabilities are visible, so be considerate and respectful of all members of the community.

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Open Door Ministries

How much do you weigh before God? Some people may be highly esteemed before men’s eyes but are unknown by God. Lazarus and the rich man is one example. Matthew 7:21-23 also demonstrates that claiming to do things in God’s name is no evidence of doing so.

Proverbs 21:2 Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, But the Lord weighs the hearts.

Psalm 106:14 In the desert they gave in to their craving; in the wilderness, they put God to the test. 15 And he gave them their request but sent leanness into their soul.

Some characters in the Bible show us that the Lord is constantly weighing our hearts. God is looking and judging and preparing our days. In the many decisions we make in our lives God should always be uppermost in our minds. Do nothing without consulting Him. Nebuchadnezzar — from king of kings to eating grass Daniel 4:33 Immediately what had been said about Nebuchadnezzar was fulfilled. He was driven away from people and ate grass like the ox. His body was drenched with the dew of heaven until his hair grew like the feathers of an eagle and his nails like the claws of a bird. 34 At the end of that time, I, Nebuchadnezzar, raised my eyes toward heaven, and my sanity was restored. Then I praised the Most High; I honored and glorified him who lives forever.

Paul — from terrorist and blasphemer of the church to its greatest evangelist.

Acts 9:13 “Lord,” Ananias answered, “I have heard

many reports about this man and the harm he has done to your holy people in Jerusalem. 14 He has come here with authority from the chief priests to arrest all who call on your name.” 15 But the Lord said to Ananias, “Go! This man is my chosen instrument to proclaim my name to the Gentiles and their kings and to the people of Israel. 16 I will show him how much he must suffer for my name.”

The Samaritan Woman — from lonely woman to missionary.

John 4:39 Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, “He told me everything I ever did.” 40 So when the Samaritans came to him, they urged him to stay, and he stayed two days. 41 And because of his words many more became believers. 42 They said to the woman, “We no longer believe because of what you said; now we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this man really is the Savior of the world.”

2 Chronicles 16:9 For the eyes of the LORD range throughout the earth to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed to him.”

Sunday Services are at 11 a.m., in Bartow Community Center, room 28.

Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring Program offers free counseling. Contact Pastor Luis by text 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries.net.

Blessings in Christ, —Pastor Luis Ramos

How much does your Heart weigh

Co-op City Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. for worship service. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptist church.org.

On Wednesday, May 29, Midweek Worship Services and all Bible Study classes will be suspended. Midweek Worship Service and all Bible Study classes will resume on Wednesday, June 5.

Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon. Prayer Service is also held on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Everyone

is invited to join us from the comfort of their home for an hour of prayer. Using available technology, prayer service is held using a conference call line. On Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m., you can call 563-999-2090; when asked for the PIN, enter 660065 and you will be connected. Prayer Service is not held on the first Friday of the month.

The 2019 Vacation Bible School (VBS) will be held from Monday, June 24, to Friday, July 5. Classes will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. There will be no class on July 4.

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

Donizetti Building 4 Association

Happy Memorial Day Weekend, hope everyone is doing well. At our last meeting, we learned that Co-op City is going from 5 sections to 7, the sprinklers in the children’s playgrounds will be replaced with new ones and there will be two new playgrounds.

I’ve installed new clocks in the lobbies, one over the exit door leading to the rear lobby and one on the opposite end of the lobby near the lobby entrance. Our next and last General Meeting before our summer hiatus will be on Friday, June 14, at 7:30 p.m. in our association room, located in the rear lobby of 120 Donizetti Pl., aka Bldg. 4B. Get your tickets to our fundraiser bus trips before we sell out.

Hershey Park – Saturday, July 20. Cost is $83 and includes transportation, a light breakfast served on the bus and entry to the park.

Departure time is 7 a.m. sharp! Payment plan available with first payment due on or before June 1 and final payment due on or before July 1.

Resorts Casino – Saturday, August 3. Cost is $40 with $10 slot play.

A light breakfast served in our association room at 7 a.m. and departure time is 8 a.m. sharp!

Deadline for tickets to Resorts Casino is July 20.

Tickets are on a first come, first served basis and there are no refunds.

Each human life, together with its environment, is an expression of the fundamental life-force of the entire cosmos. It follows that any change in the inner life condition of a single human being can, at the deepest level of life itself, exert an influence on other human lives. …Striving to bring happiness and joy to others, even though we may be struggling with problems ourselves, is the mark of bodhisattvas. –Dr. Daisaku Ikeda I’d like to wish everyone a happy, safe Memorial Day weekend.

—Steven Vega

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The Kiddush this Saturday, May 25, will be sponsored by Mr. Sam Grynewize to celebrate his retirement. All are welcome to help Sam celebrate his retirement.

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of 27B. It is on the ground floor of Building 27B. It is handicap accessible, no steps.

Phone: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 9:00 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush. The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue.

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help the synagogue’s finances.

The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who don’t come to services. Please come by 9:30 a.m. so we can take out the Torah.

The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, May 25, at 9:07 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, May 31, at 8:22 p.m.

Good and Welfare: We sell Tree Certificates in honor or memory of a loved one.

The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazel Tov to all having Simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To All members: Happy Birthday to all members who will celebrate their birthday in May: Scott Katz, Karla Klaus.

For those members celebrating their birthday/anniversary in May, please send me your names and I will add them to the list.

Fun And Games: After services and kiddush, some men and women play Rummy-cube.

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated.

Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health.

—Bruce Gitelson

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Community Protestant Church

On behalf of our pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Comm-unity Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone (718) 862-9172.

Regular Church Schedule Sunday School – 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service – 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service – Every first and third Sundays Noon Day Prayer – Hour of Power – Wednesday at noon Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

The following program is at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City): Neighborhood Bible Study — Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School is now in session every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School is really a part of our history, and because someone cared and was concerned enough, many of us benefitted and know its value. We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you.

Sister Ruth Webber – From labor to reward! She has fought the good fight, she has finished her course. She has kept the faith. There is laid up for her a crown of righteousness which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give her. It is with deep regret and a sense of great loss that we note the passing of one of the beloved founding members of Community Protestant Church, Sister Ruth Webber. Though physically disabled for many years, she remained a stalwart, devoted and dedicated member of the church.

Her life was the epitome of courage and deep faith. A wake for her will be held at Granby’s Funeral Services, Inc., 4021 White Plains Road, Bronx, on Thursday, May 30, 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Her funeral will be held at Community Protestant Church on Friday, May 31, at 10:00 a.m. We offer our heartfelt sympathy and prayers to her family. May her soul rest in everlasting peace with God, our Father.

Other Scheduled Events On Wednesdays at noon, you are cordially invited to noon day prayer at CPC, an hour of power, prayer, praise and testimony. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: (718) 862-9172.

• Saturday, May 26, 10:00 a.m. – Please join us for the Shepherd’s Ministry Prayer Breakfast. Donation: $10.00.

• Sunday, June 9, at 3:30 p.m. – Observance of our Annual Men’s and Women’s Day. Our guest preacher will be Rev. Dr. Shon Adkins, pastor, Antioch Baptist Church, New York City. All are welcome.

• Saturday, June 29, 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. – The Shepherd’s Ministry and the Senior Ushers present “An All White Affair,” with music by DJ Rob, at the CPC Annex, 2053 Asch Loop (Co-op City). For additional information, please call (718) 862-9172.

The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing.

—Evan G. Mitchell

Building 6 Association

Building 6 Association is going to have a Cake Sale in the lobby on Saturday, June 8, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. to help raise money for the building association. We are asking to people to donate cakes, muffins, brownies or cupcakes to sell during our Building 6 Cake Sale. Please let the building president, Jeffrey Schwartz, or our lobby attendant, Andy Soto, know if you will be donating to our cake sale. Thank you in advance.

Support your Building 6 Association. This is where you and your family live. Let’s make it a safe and enjoyable place to live.

Thank you to our amazing lobby attendant, Andy Soto, for making us safe and welcoming us home every day. He is in our lobby and helping make Building 6 a great place to live. —Jeffrey Schwartz

Evangelical UM Church of Co-op City Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

Come & Visit Us – You’re always welcome in God’s House, Your House! We are a Bible-centered congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation, all are welcome! Services are held at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30. Parking is available. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sánchez-Orta. Telephone number: (718) 320-3795 Email: coopcityevangelicalumc@gmail.com.

Schedule for Sundays - Come and Receive a Blessing: English Service: 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Spanish Service: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bilingual Service: First Sunday of each month, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Children Sunday School: 9:45 a.m., bring your children, they will have a great time while learning God’s word.

Adult Sunday Bible Study: English, 8:45 a.m./Spanish, 10 a.m.

Prayer/Bible Study Night (English) & Prayer/Bible Study Afternoon (Spanish): The Lord said: “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.” –Matthew 18:20 (NIV). Monday Evening Bible Study: 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Tuesday English Prayer Service: 7:00 p.m.-8 p.m. Young Adults Bible Study: Tuesday, 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Come, let’s pray together! “Lord, let your ear be attentive to the prayer of this your servant and to the prayer of your servants who delight in revering your name.” –Nehemiah 1:11a (NIV) Friday Night is Fun Night for the Youth (ages 13 – 21), 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.: This is a great time for the youth of our community to learn God’s word, enjoy each other’s company and make new friends. There will also be many activities. Exciting things are happening.

Health Education Workshop: Come join us! This month, the workshop is: “Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury, Strokes and Dementia,” June 4, 2:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m.

Washington, D.C. Trip: August 9-13 (5 days/4 nights), $599.00 price per person based on double occupancy, add $179.00 for single occupancy; $75.00, due upon sign up and final payment due by 6/2. Contact: Linda Bannerman-Martin, (917) 684-6463.

“But God will never forget the needy; the hope of the afflicted will never perish. –Psalm 9:18 (NIV) Blessings, —Marilyn Mendez-Gonzalez

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MENU Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

JASA CLOSED JASA CLOSED JASA CLOSED MONDAY, MONDAY, MONDAY, MAY 27th MAY 27th MAY 27th IN OBSERVANCE IN OBSERVANCE IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY OF MEMORIAL DAY OF MEMORIAL DAY Word Games 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

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

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

(New) Meditation w/Damion JASA Main Office 11 am-12 pm Blood Pressure Every 1st & 3rd Wed 9:00 -10:00am Games 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10 – 11 a.m.

Line Dancing 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

NORC Computer Class Bartow main office 11:15 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

Smartphone Class Beginner 12:30 – 1:30 p.m., Intermediate 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.; Bartow main office

Fri., May 31

Thu., May 30

Mon., May 27

Dreiser Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Tues., May 28

Einstein Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Wed., May 29

Bartow Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Health & Wellness Support Group 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m., rm. 45 (New) Weight Management Support Group w/Clifton — 1 p.m.

Kosher

Non-Kosher

JASA CLOSED JASA CLOSED MONDAY, MONDAY, MAY 27th MAY 27th IN OBSERVANCE IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY OF MEMORIAL DAY

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Orange juice 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Spanish style Artopia, Art Programs for Elders roast chicken 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Rice & beans, Green Alert & Alive 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Cultural Dance 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m., Aud. B beans, Wax beans Computer Class 11 a.m.–12 p.m.

Whole wheat bread Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Fresh fruit Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Alt: Salmon salad Matinee 1 p.m.

Baked chicken quarters Brown rice Cabbage Carrot slaw

Orange Pineapple juice Sweet & Sour Shepherd’s Pie Pork loin w/beef & Turkey Cauliflower w/carrots Sewing 9:30 -11:30 a.m.

Tossed salad & parsley w/dressing Art Class 1-3 p.m.

Instant mashed Whole wheat bread potatoes Fresh fruit Yoga 2 p.m. - 3 p.m., rm. 2 Alt: Egg salad Orange juice Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Grandparent Connection 1st Thurs., Breaded Fillet 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Word Games 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. rm. 35, 10:30 a.m. of sole fish Curried Chicken legs Blood Pressure 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Crochet & Knitting 10 - 11 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise 11 a.m., rm. 45 Bulgur salad White rice Spanish Class 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

1st & 3rd, rm.

8 Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

Creamy spinach Broccoli w/toasted Bartow Main Office Line Dancing, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., Word Search 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Dancercise w/Damion 1-2 p.m., (Dairy free) garlic Aud. A Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m., rm. 45 JASA main office Apple sauce (New) – Arts w/Becky 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m. rm. 49 Alt: Turkey salad Drama Club 1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Men’s Line Dancing 9-10 a.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Apple juice Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Word Games 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Art 10 a.m., rm. 45 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Grilled Caribbean Baked fish w/black Women’s Line Dancing 10-11:30 a.m. Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.; 11 a.m.-12 p.m. chicken breast bean sauce Chat Session 10 a.m.

Pokeno 2-4 p.m., rm. 35 Meditative Moments 11 a.m.-12 p.m., rm. 8 Noodle Kugel, Beet Piano Sing-along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Egg noodles Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., 10 Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m. salad, Challah bread Steamed green a.m.-11:30 a.m., rm. 45 Purple Life Trail fitness w/Damion Bingo 1-3 p.m.

Fresh fruit beans Free Oil Painting Classes 11 a.m.-12 p.m. behind Bldg. 10, Yoga w/Peggy Hill 11 a.m.

12 p.m., rm.

2 Alt: Gefilte fish 100 Debs Pl. 10 a.m.–11:30 a.m., rm. 38 Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Body in motion w/Ola 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Computer Lab Zumba 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., rm. 4 (New) Arts w/Becky 10 a.m. — 12 p.m., rm. 49

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066 (Schedule subject to change without notice) Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., & 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Payments for trips can be made at all three centers. Trip registration policy: there will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance. JASA will not accept checks under $5.

In order to participate in any JASA Senior Activities or go on any senior trips, you must be a member of JASA. You may pick up an application in the main office of at any of the three senior centers.

(FREE) LiveOn NY – SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fri., June 21, 28; July 12, 26 & Aug. 9, 23; 9 a.n.-12 p.m., JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments! Walk-ins! First come!

First served! Please make copies of your documents before coming to the office.

JASA TimeBank – A Free intergenerational volunteer service exchange program. Members bank their time providing and receiving services, such as doing errands, tutoring, English/Spanish lessons, alterations, assisting neighborhood organizations & much more.

For additional information or to become a volunteer, contact Helen Atkins, 929-399-1388.

(New) Join our Weight Management Support Group every 2nd Wed. of the month at 1 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 49. To register, contact Clifton Hamlett, 929-399-1371.

Healthy Living Workshop for Older Adults – Mon., Healthy Eating; June 3, Stress Management; June 10, Sex education; 1-2 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, rm.

7. Please contact Julissa Reynoso to register, 646-946-

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

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

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Empire Casino – Tues., May 28, $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

IKEA – Tues., May 28; $15; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

(New) Meditation w/Damion – Tues., May 28; Tues., June 25, in the JASA Main Office, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.

(New) Life Trial fitness classes with Damion at the Purple Lifetrail Station behind Building 10, 100 Debs Place by the Greenway, starting Fri., May 31, 11 a.m.- 12 p.m.

St. Mary’s Pool – $3; Fri., May 31; Wed., June 5.

Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Fairway/BJ’s – Wed., June 5, $4; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Walmart – Thurs., June 6; $15; Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; and Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Shoprite – Mon., June 10; $4; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Empire Casino – Tues., June 11; $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Target/Throgs Neck Mall – Wed., June 12; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

(FREE) Woodbury Commons Outlet Mall – Wed., June 12; Coach Bus, 50 seats available. Pickups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Einstein Loop, 8:30 a.m. Depart destination, 4 p.m.

Ridgehill – Thurs., June 13; $7; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Upcoming Events/Trips

Costco – Fri., June 14; $5; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Pindar Vineyards in Peconic, NY (Suffolk County) – Tues., June 25; $90. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m.; Einstein, 9:30 a.m. Sit down luncheon at J&R Steakhouse w/salad, choice of Chicken Francaise, prime rib or stuffed Flounder. Side dishes, dessert, coffee, tea & soda. Shopping at Tanger Outlets w/discount coupons for group. Depart destination, 6 p.m. 50 seats available. No refunds. Payments due no later than Fri., June 7.

Spirit of New York White Party – Tues., July 9; $115. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m. Deluxe coach bus. Enjoy a fabulous White Party event on the Spirit of NY w/all-youcan-eat lunch buffet, music, dancing, DJ & 2½ hour cruise; 52 seats available. No Refunds – Payments due no later than Fri., June 14.

JASA Bartow & Einstein Senior Center’s Advisory Council 2nd Annual Bake Sale – Sat., July 20, 10 a.m.2 p.m. across from the Dollar Tree store in the Bartow Mall. We will be accepting donations of cakes for the event. Free face painting for children, prizes & surprises.

Ace in the Hole @ Royal Manor, NJ – Tribute to Luther Vandross (Power of Love), Tues., July 30; $95. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:45 a.m.; Einstein, 9 a.m. Deluxe Coach bus, family-style luncheon includes rolls, salad, corn chowder, baked ham, roasted chicken, side dishes & dessert. No refunds.

Payments due not later than Wed., July 5. Departure: 3 p.m.

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Goose Island Seniors

Resorts Casino – Thursday, July 11, in Atlantic City, NJ. Time: 8:30 a.m. from our three usual bus stops. Price: $40. Rebate: $25 play. Come and enjoy the beach, boardwalk, and shopping.

On Your Feet – At the Broadway Theatre, Elmsford, N.Y. Thursday, July 25. Price: $93. Time: 8:30 a.m., Einstein; 8:40 a.m., Asch Loop; 8:50 a.m., Dreiser.

Mohegan Sun Casino – August 8, in Uncasville, CT., at 8:30 a.m. Price: $40.

Mambo Italiano at the Broadway Theatre, Elmsford, N.Y., Thursday, September 5. Price: $93. Time: 8:30 a.m.

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Time: 1:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Members only, in our club room 39. Admission, $5.00 for three cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments available. Sunday Bingo, May 26.

Karaoke – Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m., with Stephen in room 45. Come sing or listen to a free concert. All are welcome.

Our Lounge – Come sit and relax; read a book from our large library.

To all members: Happy Birthday to our members who celebrate their day in the month of May: Jesse Seise, Carole Haque, Bernice De Carmo, Mary Pilla, Patricia Cipollaro, Gerald Ortiz, Josephine Betacourt, Vivian Melendez-Vasquez, Geneva Lindsey and Clotilda Hartfield.

Note: Call Ann or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613, or visit us at 135 Einstein Loop, room 39, Bronx, NY 10475. Office hours: (mornings) Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; (evenings) Mon., Wed. & Fri., 12 p.m. - 8 p.m., and Tues. & Thurs. evenings, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Stephen cell: 347-847-1941.

Good health to all!

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

Building 30A and B Association

The itinerary for the month of June is as follows: Building meeting will be Thursday, June 13, with special guest Esther Ekang, Social Worker from JASA. The door opens at 7 p.m. and the meeting starting at 7:30 p.m.

PoKeno on Friday, June 14, with the door opening at 7 p.m. and games starting at 7:30 p.m.

The last Crochet class in June will be Wednesday, the 19th.

—Linda Werner

Stay Alert To Your Surroundings!

If You See Something, Say Something!

CCPD Emergency: 718-651-3050 or 9-1-1.

Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330

AARP Chapter #4997

FYI: Thank you to the New York City & Co-op City Fire Department for their presentation made at the May meeting. The information was very well presented and comprehensive. Looking forward to September when we will have additional sessions to benefit our senior population.

Good & Welfare – Please contact our Good & Welfare coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-671-5493, if you have a family member who has passed or one of our members who is sick, in the hospital or in a nursing home.

2019 Tour Activities June 23-28: Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa (Canada’s Capital City) – 6 days/5 nights includes Motor Coach transportation; guided tours, 5 breakfasts, 5 dinners, and much more; Valid Passport is required; Sold out. Contact Hannah, 718- 379-7962, or Judith, 718-379-3370.

September 17-19: Ride the Rails in West Virginia – Ride two trains in one day: The Cheat Mountain Salamander and the Durbin

Rocket; 3 days/2 nights; 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners; $539/person double; $708, single ($50 deposit due immediately). Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, or Judith, 718-3793370.

December 10: Miracle of Christmas at the Sight & Sound Theater – with lunch at Golden Corral, includes Motor Coach transportation; 11 a.m. show; $150 ($40 nonrefundable deposit due at sign-up). Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, or Judith, 718-3793370.

Attention: When signing up for the above trips, please give your name, phone number and a deposit. Checks/money orders made payable to AARP Chapter 4997 with the name of the trip in the memo section of your check/money order. Room 0 (Dreiser Community Center), is opened Monday or Thursday, noon – 3 p.m. for checks to be dropped off (in an envelope w/ group/trip leader name).

They may be mailed to the group/trip leader.

—Delores Debnam

Scheduling Activities Calendar

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Co-op City Times / May 25, 2019

Newsong Church

11 So Christ himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, 12 to equip his people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up 13 until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ. –Ephesians 4:11-13 NIV Are you a fan of “The Avengers”? I am! In the first Avenger’s film, director of S.H.I.E.L.D., Nick Fury, played by Samuel L. Jackson, talks about the “Avengers Initiative,” saying: “The idea was to bring together, a group of remarkable people, see if they could become something more. See if they could work together when we needed them to fight the battles we never could.”

This reminds me of the church world. You see, most people think it’s the job of the “man or woman of God” to preach, teach, get there early and set up, stay late and break down, counsel, be there during a crisis…all while reaching the community, having a healthy marriage, and being a good parent! This, however, is NOT what the Apostle Paul tells us in Ephesians 4:11-13.

One of the values of Newsong Church is that we’re striving to be an Ephesians 4 church! As the lead pastor, it’s my job to empower the church, not “have all the power.” So, we get excited when we see those who call Newsong their home, discover their purpose, and fulfill their purpose. We celebrate when they themselves become empowered to do the work of the ministry! We believe that God wants to use every believer for His purposes and plans, and that we only find true satisfaction, when we discover His plan for us!

Like Nick Fury said, “The idea was to bring together, a group of remarkable people, and see if they could become something more.” This is the heart of Newsong Church, we want every person to Know God, find freedom, discover their purpose, and fulfill their purpose every day! To be an Ephesians 4 church, I, as the pastor, am more like Nick Fury, and my congregation, well, they’re more like The Avengers! They’re the heroes because they’re doing the work of the ministry, and God’s getting all the glory!

If you don’t have a home church, I invite you to take your first step towards discovering God’s plan for your life, and join us this Sunday!

We meet at 135 Einstein Loop in room 45.

While you’re enjoying our worship experience, your children from nursery to 6th grade will be enjoying “Kidsong.”

We also have a youth ministry called Against the Flow. At “ATF,” teens from 12-18 years old enjoy Christ-centered discussion groups, café nights, and other outings. ATF meets every Friday night at 7 p.m., at 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 28!

If you have any questions, you can contact us: Church office: 718-708-8385 Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org Facebook: www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx Twitter: @newsongchurchBX IG: @newsongchurchBX @againsttheflow.nyc —Pastor Mike Tolone

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Circle of Christ Church – Iglesia Circulo De Cristo

Located at 147 Dreiser Loop, lower level. Senior pastor, Elisamuel Colon; associate pastor, Raul Torres.

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

Salmos 122:1 Yo me alegré con los que me decían, “a la casa de Jehova iremos.”

If you are looking for a place of worship in the local area that is aimed at teaching the transforming word of God, Circle of Christ Church invites you to fellowship with us this Sunday. We are a non-denominational, multicultural, and loving church that accepts you just the way you are. Our senior pastor, Elisamuel Colón, and the body of Christ are committed to love people into a life changing-liberating relationship with God. We are located at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level (located in the Dreiser Community Center).

Our Sunday services are in Spanish and English. We have an anointed worship team and dance ministry that minister regularly. The English service has Bible-centered nursery program and children’s church where children are ministered to from the cradle to 12 years of age. Please see our schedule below and followed us on Facebook and our website, circleofchristchurch.com.

Nuestros servicios dominicales son en español e inglés. Tenemos un equipo de adoración ungido y un ministerio de danza que ministran regularmente. El servicio de inglés tiene una iglesia

infantil centrada en la biblia y un programa de guardería donde se atiende a los niños desde la cuna hasta los 12 años de edad. Tenemos ministerios para todas las edades. Consulte nuestro programa a continuación y síganos en Facebook y en nuestro sitio web circleofchristchurch.com. Distribuimos alimentos y ofrecemos asesoramiento familiar según las necesidades. Contáctenos al (347) 945-1992.

Circle of Christ Church responds to Isaiah 68:10 says: Feed the hungry, and help those in trouble. Then your light will shine out from the darkness, and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon.

We have a food pantry that serves the community and we offer family counseling based on need. If you are interested, please contact us at (347) 9451992.

English Services Tuesday: Prayer, 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Wednesday: 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Prayer /Bible Study Thursday: 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Friday: 7:00-8:30 p.m. Operation Grace Youth Service, 7:00 p.m.

Saturday: 7:00-9:00 p.m., Young Adults Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

Servicios en Español Domingo: Culto de Adoración de 9:00-10:30 a.m.

Jueves: Oración y Estudio Bíblico de 12:00 -2:00 p.m.

—Pastor Sam Colon

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome.

Weekly Schedule 1. Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9:00 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday; our young adults assist in the service.

We look forward to welcoming you to church tomorrow, Sunday, May 26, at 9.00 a.m. when we will celebrate The Sixth Sunday of Easter. Our Supply Priest is Father Simeon O. Johnson, who will be the preacher and celebrant.

2. Please join us on Wednesdays for an uplifting l5-minutes noon-day prayer, starting promptly at noon.

3. On Thursdays, Father Johnson will be available for telephone calls and visitations, interactive discussions on various topics in the Bible (11 a.m. to noon), followed by noon-day prayer.

4. Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7.00 p.m., and we are always looking for new members.

Group Activities: The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the second Sunday of each month.

Congratulations to the winners of our raffle drawn last Saturday, May 18.

1st Prize – M. Jenkins; 2nd Prize – Josephine Delgado; 3rd Prize – Jenna Thompson.

Many thanks to all our supporters and we look forward to your continued

support in our future fundraising events and to our members who supported our Pot Luck, a special thank you, the food was delicious and we had and enjoyable and fun filled afternoon.

Upcoming Fundraising Event Saturday, June 29: Bus trip to Pindar Vineyards, the largest in Long Island.

Trip includes wine tasting, sit-down luncheon at J&R Steakhouse, and shopping at the Tanger Outlets with discount coupon booklets. The bus leaves from Dreiser Loop at 8:45 a.m. Please be on time. This event is Sold out!!

Stay tuned for other upcoming events.

General Information To those celebrating birthdays during the month of May, we wish you all a happy birthday and best wishes for many more. To the sick and shut-in, we have you in our prayers and wish you a speedy recovery There is still time to submit your 2019 pledge cards and you are encouraged to complete and submit them as soon as possible.

Outreach Program: Our church supports the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. This program is in desperate need of food.

At St. Joseph’s, we collect non-perishable food items on an ongoing basis.

Please remember to donate. For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephs ecbronx.org for more information relating to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church, Co-op City, Bronx, New York.

“May God give us his blessing, * and may all the ends of the earth stand in awe of him.” —Psalm 67: 7 —Pearline Lawrence

Family of God Church This week, introducing more about our new church, the Family of God (F.O.G.).

Our F.O.G. Name Our church name is inspired by the teachings of our Lord and Savior Jesus the Christ (Yeshua HaMashiach). He teaches us through the Scriptures that God is not just His Father, but our Father. When His disciples asked Him to teach them to pray, He instructed them to call on God by saying, “Our Father.” The Gospel of John confirms His family message when it tells us in John 1:11-13 (NIV), “He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God.” Those who receive Jesus and believe in His name have the right to be the children of God, and all children of God together compose the Family of God! We are the Family of God not by natural relations, but because receiving and believing in the name of Jesus makes us all born of God, our common Divine Parent!

Our F.O.G. Mission We are building the Family of God to build the community for God! Our F.O.G. Rising in Co-op City Our church opened its doors officially Sunday, May 5, 2019 at 12:15 p.m. We currently are offering charter Family Member status to you and yours! Join us this Sunday! We meet every Sunday from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room 4. We offer bagels, pastries, fruit, tea, coffee and water each week, 11:45 a.m. to 12:10 p.m. prior to worship and following each service! The singing and preaching are powerful! We welcome individuals of all ages! Only the perfect are not welcome! Come be blessed as we build a Family of God to build our community for God! Join us this Sunday, Memorial Day Weekend Sunday, as we celebrate those who fought for our freedom and enjoy some jerk chicken and other BBQ items following our worship service!

Join us for Holy Communion, Sunday, Jun. 2.

Come out for Pizza with our Pastor, Tuesday, May 28, 7 p.m. and hear more about the vision God has spoken to our pastor for our church and our community.

Bring a friend along with you!

Join us Sunday, June 9, as our pastor will bless all infants, toddlers and children of our community as we celebrate National Children’s Day! —Pastor DeQuincy Hentz

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Co-op City Times / May 25, 2019

Resolutions

(Continued from page 6)

First Reading - Resolution #19-25

SUBMITTED BY: Andrea Leslie SECONDED BY: Evelyn Turner BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: May 22, 2019

First Reading - Resolution #19-27 SUBMITTED BY: Mary Pearson SECONDED BY: Francine Reva Jones BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: May 22, 2019

WHEREAS, the Procurement Department sent out eleven (11) requests for proposals to vendors for Bid #3348, Distribution of the Co-op City Times; and WHEREAS, one (1) bid was submitted and reviewed by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager recommends that this contract be awarded at a cost of $145,000.00 to RJB Distribution Corp. as the lowest responsible bidder (Recommendations attached); and WHEREAS, this will be a two year contract for the Distribution of the Co-op City Times.

WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution no Director has disclosed to the full Board any conflict of interest as required by NY Business Corporation Law Section 713”.

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that Contract #3348, in the amount of $145,000.00 with RJB Distribution Corp. for a period of two (2) year be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

WHEREAS, the Procurement Department sent requests for proposals for Bid 3349, a two-year contract for the Replacement & Repair of Sidewalks at Various Locations to nineteen (19) vendors selected by the Blue book and the internet; and WHEREAS, six (6) bids were submitted and reviewed by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager recommends that the Board approve Stone Bridge Landscape and Masonry LLC as the lowest responsible bidder (Recommendations and spreadsheet attached).

WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution no Director has disclosed to the full Board any conflict of interest as required by NY Business Corporation Law Section 713”.

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that Contract #3349 with Stone Bridge Landscape and Masonry LLC in the amount of $600,000.00 for a period of two (2) years for the Replacement & Repair of Sidewalks at various locations is approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 and as amended by Resolution #95-44; and BE IT FURTHER IT RESOLVED: that the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

Lease Resolution #19-19

Lease Resolution #19-20

SUBMITTED BY: Claudia Sampson SECONDED BY: Francine Reva Jones, Evelyn M. Turner, Kevin Lambright BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: May 22, 2019

SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn M. Turner SECONDED BY: Andrea Leslie BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: May 22, 2019

WHEREAS, Mosholu Montefiore Community Center, Inc. has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 141 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, to be used as a non-profit teen youth center; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is 3 years and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 141 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Mosholu Montefiore Community Center, Inc., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner ABSENT: Rice, Richardson PASSED

WHEREAS, Dr. Mark Vaynkhadler has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 100 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, to be used for OB/GYN; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is 5 years with one 5 year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended

by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 100 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Dr. Mark Vaynkhadler, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner ABSENT: Rice, Richardson PASSED

Lease Resolution #19-23

Lease Resolution #19-26

SUBMITTED BY: Linda Berk, Cheryl Jenkins SECONDED BY: Claudia Sampson, Francine Reva Jones, Kevin Lambright BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: May 22, 2019

SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Leslie Peterson BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: May 22, 2019

WHEREAS, Youth and Adult Kung Fu Inc. has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 167A Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New York, to be used for martial arts classes, summer camp, after school program, fitness classes and birthday parties; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is 5 years with a 5-year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 167A Dreiser Loop, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Youth and Adult Kung Fu Inc., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended

by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner ABSENT: Rice, Richardson PASSED

WHEREAS, Anjeet Sobti has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 2091 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, to be used for tax services, insurance broker and legal services; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is 5 years with a 5-year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 2091 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Anjeet Sobti, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated

by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #9544; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Sampson, Saunders, Turner NO: Lambright ABSENT: Rice, Richardson PASSED

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