Co-op City Times 05/27/2023

Update: 1,377 Ballots Still Needed. VOTE TODAY!

2023 Voting Period Extended to June 9

1,377 Ballots Still Needed to Make the Quorum

BY ROZAAN BOONE

The 2023 Riverbay Board of Directors election has been extended for two more weeks to Friday, June 9, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. since a quorum was not reached by the 9 p.m. Friday, May 26th deadline.

As of press time yesterday, the election vendor, YesElections, reported to the 2023 Riverbay Election Committee that 3,625 ballots had been received, or 24% of the required 33.33% of shareholder partici pation necessary to validate the election as mandated by the corporation’s bylaws. Of the 3,625 ballots returned so far, the majority are paper ballots (2,315) and 1,310 were cast electronically.

In comparison, by the end of the initial 2022 voting period, 20% of eligible shareholders had voted. Last year’s Board election required an unprecedented three extensions before the quorum was realized.

Board Director Lynette Wright, chair of the 2023 Riverbay Election Committee, said: “Thank you to all shareholders who voted early and on time to meet

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CCPD Detectives Make Arrest in Package Theft Case

On Tuesday, May 23, Co-op City Public Safety detectives arrested a female who had removed a package left in the building lobby that did not belong to her.

According to Lt. Anthony Warner of CCPD, at approximately 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 16, a package containing a bathroom vanity was delivered to the lobby of a Co-op City building. The shareholder who ordered the item was not inquire about the status of the delivery. She was then informed that her package was delivered and left in the lobby since the address on the package did not include the apartment number.

The shareholder went down to the lobby to retrieve the package and found it

CCPD detectives began investigation on this theft and reviewed multiple video surveillance whereupon a woman was observed in a distinctive MTA uniform removing the bathroom vanity from the lobby, dragging it to the elevator, and

On May 23, CCPD detectives traced and tracked the woman back to her residence and found the vanity still in the box inside of her apartment. She was placed under arrest for the theft and the vanity was delivered by CCPD to the rightful owner.

“Package theft is a growing concern and a particularly troubling crime that affects this community,” said CCPD Chief Joseph Riley. “This crime solve. I commend the hard work and dedication of the detectives assigned to our department as this is an excellent arrest and one that demonstrates to the community the resolve and hard work members of the department of Public Safety exhibit each day.”

Rozaan Boone

In Remembrance of Our Fallen Soldiers

BSA Reviews Appeal from Baychester Retail III LLC Regarding Monopole at 500 Baychester Avenue

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

The New York City Board of Standards and Appeals (BSA) reviewed antion of the proceedings.

Baychester Retail III LLC is appealing an August 2022 NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) revocation that prohibited the developers from advertising inels on their 60-foot tall structure that would advertise products in the direction of the New England Thruway.

DOB revoked the advertising permits for Baychester Retail III LLC at the 500 Baychester Avenue lot on the grounds that the sign would be within 200 feet of an arterial highway.

During the review portion of the hearing, chair of the BSA, Champa Shanda, explained that the main contention between Baychester Retail III LLC and DOB originated around where the boundary of the New England Thruway starts and the boundary’s distance to the proposed sign.

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MTA Considering Another Fare and Toll Hike

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

during an MTA committee meeting on Monday, May 22.

will hold a vote on the potential fare hikes in July. If passed, the fare hikes are scheduled to go into effect after Labor Day on September 4.

The following is a quick summary on how fares and tolls will increase under the proposed plan, according to the slides presented by MTA Depmeeting:

Subways, local buses and paratransit

• Base fare: from $2.75 to $2.90

• Seven-day pass: from $33 to $34 dollars

• 30-day pass: from $127 to $132

Express bus

• Base fare: from $6.75 to $7

• Seven-day pass: from $62 to $64

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Air Conditioning Turned On

The Riverbay Power Plant shut down heating operations last Friday and began air conditioning conversion operations. Air conditioning was turned on Friday, May 26, however, it will take a few days for the system to get up to optimum temperature within Co-op City residential units.

As printed in the Saturday, May 20, 2023 Co-op City Times, shareholders are encouraged to keep convectors clean and free of debris to avoid convector leaks caused by condensate or dirt and debris build up in the convector tray

Steps to Maintain Convectors

1. Remove convector cover.

2. Remove all and any debris (pennies, pencils, plants, etc.)

3. freely.

4. Pour hot water down drip pan, use a bottle or cup (if clogged, call Maintenance.)

5. Insulation on convector cover should be washed with simply green or mild dishwashing liquid with a soft brush or sponge.

6. a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

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Voting

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the May 26th deadline. Unfortunately, this is another year that we need to do an extension as we have not reached 5,002 votes to end the election period. The election is viewed as a communal responsibility; therefore, we will collectively pay $2,700 more to allow for more time. Remember that 96% of our revenue comes from the carrying charges we pay. When we have to extend elections, we all pay for it. This cost is avoidable if shareholders vote.”

The 2023 Voting Period began at 6 a.m. on Monday, May 1, and was scheduled to end at 9 p.m. last night, May 26.

Leah Graham, Shanauzelda Montgomery, Sonia Feliciano, Bishop Angelo Rosario, serve three-year terms.

The Election Committee elected on Friday, May 26, to extend the election for 5,002 ballots has been secured.

This week, to remind shareholders about the election and to encourage those disseminated to the community. Since the beginning of the election, the Committee Riverbay Crawler to remind shareholders to be on the look-out for their ballots and to complete and return them to YesElections before the May 26th deadline. Further, each of the three election forums were broadcast on the Riverbay Crawler daily at 10 a.m., 8 p.m. and 3 a.m. All three forums are also available on the corporation’s YouTube channel, to give those who missed them an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the candidates. Three election supplements were also printed in the Saturday, April 15, April 22, and April 29, 2023 issues of the Co-op City Times. In addition, the supplements were republished in the Saturday, May 6, May 13 and May 20, 2023 issues of the newspaper which can also be read online by typing into your browser or by scanning the QR code on page 3 of this publication.

“We remind all shareholders, especially those who are still considering for whom they should vote, that information remains to be readily accessible to you to select can go to the Co-op City Times

Corporation’s YouTube page to view the three forums we taped. They’re long but worth it and a great representation of your and your fellow shareholders’ concerns

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7. If your drip pan is metal and rusted, you may contact Maintenance to have them replaced with a plastic drip pan.

8. Test convector switch. If it does not work, contact Maintenance.

9. Please refrain from blocking the convectors with furniture, plants, curtains, drapes, etc., either on or in front of the convector as this will cause mold.

To view a video demonstration on how to service your convector, type the following address in to your browser: https://youtu.be/bqlHqooJ8KI.

Senior and disabled shareholders who need assistance clearing their 320-3300, select Option #2.

WATER LEAK SENSORS

To mitigate expenditures for the corporation due to convector floods, Riverbay Corporation encourages shareholders to learn more about water leak many options available on the market which can be found by doing an online search, including reviews of the sensors.

These devices are easy to install, utilize wireless technology and may be paired with your smart devices to send a text and email alert when a convector clog occurs in your apartment.

Preventing personal property damage from floods from the convectors.

repairs

Preventing the loss of time in order to stay home for scheduled repairs

residents are not home when a leak occurs.

Please note this is an individual cost for shareholders, and an overall cost saving for all shareholders of the Riverbay Corporation. For instance, the estimated cost of damages due to convector-related incidences in Co-op City is $7.5M annually. This expense is shared among all shareholders through the corporation’s operational cost, and has a direct impact on carrying charge increases impacting shareholders.

Riverbay has heard positive testimonials from shareholders who have already invested in water leak sensors they have purchased and installed under their

On pages 3 and Tree Update form. Shareholders should complete both forms as they will assist Riverbay Corporation in contacting you in case of an emergency and to prevent force entries. Once completed, the forms may be returned by email or dropped

CSO is conveniently located in each Community Center: CSO1@riverbaycorp.com

CSO2@riverbaycorp.com

CSO3@riverbaycorp.com

and how the candidates propose to resolve or alleviate them. We understand that Riverbayvotes.com and see the candidates’ biographies and 60 second videos they’ve submitted for your viewing. While you’re there, you can vote for the candidate or candidates that you feel will promote the vision you have for Co-op City.”

Shareholders who received an election ballot, but did not vote by the May 26 deadline, should complete and return their ballot as soon as possible to YesElections

9, 2023, the extended deadline.

Shareholders voting online using their laptops, smartphones or iPad will need the PIN and CODE from the ballot mailed to their homes by YesElections.

“Misplaced your ballot or want to vote online but don’t have your Ccode and at help+riverbay@yeselections.com, however they will respond to emails Monday through Friday only. If you are having or have had any problems with YesElection, please contact our Legal Department immediately so we have resolve the issue.”

Director Wright also reminded shareholder that they can vote for as few as one, extension for the election season!”

in Bartow’s Room 31 at 7 p.m.

The 2023 Election Committee is chaired by Board Director Lynette Wright. The Riverbay Legal department.

The 2023 Riverbay Board of Directors Election has been extended to June 9th at 11:59

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Co-op City Memorial Day Commemoration

The annual Memorial Day ceremony sponsored by the American Legion Post 1871 will take place on Sunday, May 28, at 3 p.m. in Harley J. Mosley Sr. Veterans Memorial Park at the corner of Bartow Avenue and Milton Alexander Way (Asch Loop), opposite garage #4. The community is invited to attend and pay solemn respects to our fallen soldiers.

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Candidates’ Forums

Broadcast Schedule

Shareholders, tune in to the Riverbay Crawler at 10 a.m., 8 p.m. and 3 a.m. daily to view Candidates’ Forums #3 of the 2023 Riverbay Board election. The Crawler is accessible on channel 12 (MATV) and channel 591 (Altice). The broadcast of forums 1, 2 & 3 are also on the Riverbay YouTube channel, https://bit. ly/3h6CrF7, or scan the QR code here to be connected.

Coffee With Mike

Assemblyman Mike Benedetto will host another Coffee with Mike today, Sat., May 27, 9:30 a.m.10:30 a.m. at 133 Einstein Loop. All are invited to attend and share your comments.

Senior Food Boxes

Food Bank for NYC food box distribution will take place on Thursday, June 8, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in Dreiser Center. You must be 60+; bring ID & proof of address.

Water Leak Sensors

In an effort to mitigate expenditures for the corporation due to convector clogs, Riverbay Corporation encourages shareholders to learn about “water leak sensors.” Although many options available on the market which can be found by conducting an online search and perusing consumer reports.

These devices are easy to install, utilize wireless technology and may be paired with your smart phone to send a text and email alert when a convector clog occurs in your apartment.

The device can assist in:

• the convectors.

• cosmetic repairs

• Preventing the loss of time in order to stay home for

scheduled repairs

• Preventing force entries (drill outs) from management when residents are not home when a leak occurs.

It is important for shareholders to understand that although this is an individual cost that they are incurring, the overall cost to the community as a whole is expected to be less. For example, the estimated cost of damages due to convector related issues in this community is $7.5 million a year. This expenditure is shared among the community through the corporation’s operational cost. This cost has a direct impact on carrying charge increases impacting our shareholders. Riverbay has heard several testimonials from shareholders who have already invested in this product who report that “water leak sensors” they installed under their convecapartments.

—Riverbay Management

In Memoriam – Charles Rosen 1942-2023

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Charles Rosen on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at Calvary Hospital. He was 80 years old.

Mr. Rosen was the leader of Co-op City’s historic 13-month “rent strike” – the largest in American history – and resulted in shareholders being able to establish a 15-member resident Board of Directors to take over management of the development. In addition to chairing the strike’s Steering Committee III, Charlie also became chairman of the new Riverbay Board of Directors in July 1976. This original Board shareholders who were later appointed. That October, an election was held in which shareholders voted in their new Board of Directors.

Charlie was born in New York City in 1942. His parents, Dave and Eva Rosen, were garment workers. The family resided in Washington Heights where Charlie and his brother, Jake, grew up and lived until they moved out on their own. In their later years, Dave and Eva Rosen also moved to Co-op City.

Charles Rosen became a Co-op City shareholder in December 1970 when he and his wife, Lynn, moved in.

In 1975, Co-op City’s 60,000-plus shareholders faced a 25% increase in carrying charges due to a $250 billion initial mortgage that had ballooned to $390 bilwere widespread construction defects during building of the development from top to bottom. In addition, many shareholders felt that they had been misled by the United Housing Federation (UHF) which, they learned after they moved into the development, never intended to keep carrying charges affordable as there was back, the shareholders began withholding their carrying charges and the state of

Proper Convector Maintenance

Air conditioning season is here. Some shareholders encounter convector leaks due to condensate or dirt and/or debris build up in the convector trays, which result in block-

proper steps and procedure below to keep your convectors clean and free of debris and objects.

Steps To Maintain The Convectors

1. Remove convector cover.

2. Remove all and any debris (pennies, pencils, plants, etc.)

3. Clean inside drip pan (make sure it is clear of debris) so

4. Pour hot water down drip pan, use a bottle or cup (if clogged, call Maintenance.)

5. Insulation on convector cover should be washed with or sponge. damaged, you may purchase from your prospective CSO of-

7. If your drip pan is metal and rusted, you may contact Maintenance to have them replaced with a plastic drip pan.tact Maintenance.

9. Please refrain from blocking the convectors with furniture, plants, curtains, drapes, etc., either on or in front of the convector as this will create mold.

To view a video demonstration on how to service your convector, type the following address in to your browser: https://

Riverbay offers assistance to senior and disabled shareholders to clear the convectors for the AC season. For an appointment, please contact the Call Center at (718) 3203300, select Option #2.

At right, please find an emergency contact form. Shareholders are encouraged to complete and return the form as the information will assist the corporation in contacting you in case of an emergency and to prevent forced entries. Once completed, return the form to your assigned CSO department.

CSO Department located in each Community Center or via email to:

CSO1@ riverbaycorp.com

CSO2@riverbaycorp.com

CSO3@riverbaycorp.com

Riverbay Management

New York became the caretaker of the development after the sponsoring Board set up by UHF resigned.

Ben Cirlin, another steering committee leader who later became vice president of the Riverbay Corporation and remained a close friend of Mr. Rosen’s, remembers that it was a remarkable time of ordinary people standing up to the state and

was so in touch with working people and their needs and he helped them to develop themselves,” said Mr. Cirlin. “He showed us what we were able to accomplish as housing professionals to run this multi-million-dollar corporation and that was a remarkable undertaking that we were able to achieve and that legacy lives on today with the resident Board still running the Riverbay Corporation.”

By the time the “rent” strike was settled in 1976, the new Riverbay Board resolved to take steps to curtail carrying charge increases. Among those initiatives-

dry machines by hiring an outside contractor who paid money back to the corporation, thereby generating additional revenue – a contract that was negotiated by Mr. Cirlin, a school bus driver.

“This is where Charlie was so dynamic, so knowledgeable, he was able to literally educate everybody,” Mr. Cirlin said of his friend. “He really took us out of the depths of despair and helped produce the Co-op City of today.”

is planning a memorial service to be held in the summer.

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Chair Shanda began her remarks by examining documents provided by DOB and discussing how certain maps indicated that the boundary of the New England Thruway included its service roads.

“In its documents, the DOB refers to a Department of City Planning’s November 27, 2019 letter, which was based on a 1948 map as approved by the Board of Estimates on March, 19, 1948…The 1948 map was primarily for establishing the lines and grades of New England Thruway and it involves realignment of several streets bordering the thruway and the elimination of the streets within the thruway. Baychester Avenue was included in that realignment…What was critical in this statement is that the New England Thruway includes its easterly and westerly service roads, and based on that, Baychester is one of those service roads,” Chair Shanda said.

“I further looked at the analysis that’s being provided and DOB also provided the Bronx section map, which is also known as the monument map from April 11, 1948 and from September 17, 1996. These are the maps that are used to measure width, length and grade of map streets. Surveyors rely on these maps to show the boundaries of streets. Both of the maps show Baychester Avenue and New England Thruway as one road…Upon review of the documents provided, I concur with DOB’s assessment…The Bronx section map establishes that the subject’s site butts New England Thruway, an arterial highway, and thus the entire site is located within 200 feet of an arterial highway and the signs located on the subject’s site is contrary to Zoning Resolution Section 32-662. Also, the New York City online street map shows Baychester Avenue as part of the New England Thruway and not as a separate street,” Ms. Shanda went on to say.

During the public hearing portion of the review session, Baychester Retail III LLC’s legal representation argued that the proposed sign would not be in violation of the zoning resolution because the distance from the New England Thruway’s boundary actually exceeds the necessary amount needed to erect their sign.

David Karnovsky, of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver and Jacobson LLP, represented Baychester Retail III LLC during the public hearing session and explained the developers’ argument.

“We do not accept that the 1947 and 1948 mapping actions established the boundary of the New England Thruway at our lot line. As shown on the current alteration map, in fact, the New England Thruway is a roadway distinct from Baychester Avenue, such that the appropriate measurement of the 200-foot distance would be taken from the edge of the arterial itself,” Mr. Karnovsky said to the BSA.

Following the public hearing, BSA Chair Shanda motioned to close the matter and keep the record open until a subsequent hearing in late August or early September. She also mentioned that members of the public can submit testimony to BSA until that hearing later on in the summer, and that any written testimony should be no more than 10 pages in length.

Co-op City shareholders so inclined can email their testimony to submit@ bsa.nyc.gov or mail their testimony to: NYC Board of Standards and Appeals, 22 Reade Street, Main Floor, New York, NY 10007. Shareholders with any questions about the process can call 212-386-0009.

Little League President Requests Tree Pruning Around Field

Co-op City Little League President Alex Ruiz this week wrote to Gregory Haber, deputy director of Bronx Forestry, NYC Department of Parks and Recreation, to ask that trees in Co-op City Boulevard be pruned and maintained after a tree limb snapped off of a tree during a game last Sunday, May 21.

“I can’t tell you how bad this situation could have been,” Mr. Ruiz informed Deputy Director Haber. “Our park has over 75 kids and 100 parents in attendance on the weekends. That tree limb weighed easily over 100 lbs. and could have caused a serious injury or even death to one of our kids or parents. We desperately need the trees pruned in and around our park for safety reasons.”

Co-op City Times / May 27, 2023

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, be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters are solely the writer’s and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

• Letters to the Editor • –

Suggestions for Convector Maintenance

To the Editor:

conditioning season, some thoughts and suggestions come to mind.

As we all know, many convectors leak and cause huge problems – and expenses – for Riverbay and the community. Replacing these convectors is not feasible, as it could cost millions (which we don’t have).

While there have been a number of suggestions, many of which are not really helpful, why not try some simpler (although not foolproof) suggestions.

1) First of all, on the front page of the CCTimes, put the convector procedures, and, most importantly, that seniors will be helped to do these if needed.

and may end up not doing the maintenance. They must be helped. And frankly, in my opinion, anyone who needs help should get it – the costs are too high if there is a leak.

Perhaps some extra workers can be hired temporarily (and properly trained) to help out before the beginning of the season. The cost of these temporary workers would surely be less than the damage caused by neglected convectors.

2) Give to every cooperator who needs them an inexpensive plastic or aluminum pan to place under every convector. Again, this would surely cost less than the damage (and manpower hours) caused by leaks. Be sure to instruct the cooperator, at the same time, to check the pan on a regular basis (and empty) and most importantly, to call Riverbay if water is consistently accumulating.

Admittedly, if there is an actual pipe break, this is a different and very serious problem.

that it was not able to be done.

––Katharine Wood

Convector Problem Solution

To the Editor:

thing called a raspberry pi

how dry the soil was and programmed to activate a waterfor me. And the trip was cancelled anyway.

But people used their raspberry pi’s for lots of things, like making doorbells or do-it-yourself security cameras. They even use them to mine bitcoin because they’re cheap and use very little electricity.

engineering types searched out comparable water sensor andautomatic water shut-off system technology to apply to our convector leakage issues.

was surprised, though, to read the next week, some pooh-poohing the idea.

These sophisticated gizmos do indeed instantly shut off the convector fan and the water supply when they sense convector coil springs a leak.

it would go faster each time, like everything else. And how

Not only would an auto-shut-off valve stop more than 90% of our convector problems, in my estimation, but any water damage could be contained to a small area of just that one affected apartment. Containing water damage could save priceless aggravation and millions in asbestos abate-

And who says we’d have to do all 65,000 installations at once? Don’t we know where the chronic individual convectors or convector lines are? Start with those!

a dozen of others on the market –– could save us an enormous amount of money and frustration.

Convector Flooding

To the Editor:

75,000 convector coils and adding 75,000 sensors and electronic water valves.

There are two types of water problems:

1.Convector coil leaks that cause major damage in an apartment (last year, there were four such leaks).

2. Convector drain back-up, which accounts for 99% of calls to Riverbay.

A. We can reduce the damage caused by convector coil leaks by doing work in the basement. The sensors would compare the amount of water going up and coming down for a given convector line and when they differ, it would do the following:

i.Turn off the water pump.

ii.The water value would stop water going up that line.

iii. A message is sent to Riverbay of the problem.

B. Convector drain back-up, which accounts for 99% of calls to Riverbay

i. This is due to a design error in the drain size. The size of the drain allows small amounts of solids (rust) to back-up the

ii.

moist air over the convector’s coils, that are cooled by cold water passing through them. The result is moist air gives up the moisture in the form of water and the hot air is cooled. The

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the sensor detects water, it does the following:

a. Turns off the fan in the convector as Riverbay has told us to do, and sounds an audible alarm to advise the shareholder.

b.Call Riverbay.

To the Editor:

Back in 2018, the Bartow Avenue Animal Shelter Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) –– signed by then-Council Member Andy King, Council Speaker Corey Johnson, and Mayor Bill de Blasio –– had promised us “1000 square community,” (page 4, item #1, https://issuu.com/cctimes/ docs/cct_111018 ). Then, not a word for years.

But! The Animal Care Center’s 5/18/23 press release, announcing the ground-breaking, contains this fabulous quote: “The new building will also include a space for the community to use as well,” said NYC Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Commissioner Thomas Foley.” (https://www.nyc.gov/site/ddc/about/press-releases/2023/ pr-051823-NYCACC.page).

Yay! We shouldn’t have been so skeptical. Though it took quite a while, the 2018 MOU delivered the Beacon program, as promised, and though we didn’t get JASA breakfast, our seniors did getTuesday through Saturday dinner at Bartow. (Now let’s remember to remind the ACC folk [Animal Care Centers of NYC] that they also promised that only eligible people –– living within our no-pet community –– will be allowed to adopt!)

We, here in the land of no, have got to stop beating dead horses. The Animal Care Center is coming.

And so is the exit ramp to Bartow Avenue.

We fought them both –– The RAMP and the Animal Shelter –– tooth and nail and fang and claw. Ground has

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Thank you for your cooperation.

And you know what? These two projects will be a boon to many. 1.) Nearly 900 authorized assistance animals will soon be cared for locally and 2.) Soon non-locals won’t need to traipse through Section 5’s overly-crowded roadway on the way to the Mall. We still need to gather all the allies we can –– allies like Assemblyman “Coffee with Mike” Ben2.) Demand an entrance ramp off Bartow to the Hutch south. 3.) Stop the “Parkland Alienation” destruction of our valued roadways.

––Mary Pearson

Public Safety Report

CCPD: Tips for a Safe and Enjoyable Summer

As the sun’s warm rays fill, the sky and the days grow longer, the arrival of summer heralds a time for relaxation, adventure, and outdoor fun. Whether you are planning a beach vacation, embarking on a road trip, or simply enjoying the great outdoors closer to home, it is essential to prioritize summer safety. By taking a few precautions and following some guidelines, you can ensure a season filled with joyful memories without compromising your well-being. In this article, we will explore a range of tips and practices to help you make the most of summer while keeping safety at the forefront.

regularly, especially when spending time outdoors. Opt for broad-spectrum sunscreens that shield you from both UVA and UVB rays. Don’t forget to cover sensitive areas like your face, neck, ears, and the back of your hands. Wearing protective clothing, hats, and sunglasses will provide an additional layer of defense against harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays.

Staying Hydrated

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Protecting Your Skin from the Sun

With increased sun exposure during summer, protecting your skin is paramount. Apply sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF) generously and

Public Safety Blotter

May 14 – May 20, 2023

May 14 120 Alcott Place

A cooperator reported an unknown female removed laundry items from her cart. Upon investigation by CCPD, the female was located and returned the items to the cooperator.

Co-op City Blvd./Bellamy Loop

A cooperator reported returning to her parked vehicle and finding the rear passenger window smashed with a brick and the vehicle’s ignition broken. NYPD was present on scene.

May 15 120 Bellamy Loop

CCPD issued a Community Complaint to a cooperator who was not authorized to have a dog in their apartment.

140 Alcott Place

CCPD issued a Community Complaint to a cooperator for improperly disposing of garbage in the compactor room.

Co-op City Blvd./Benchley Place

A cooperator reported returning to her parked vehicle and noticing that it was not at the location at which she parked the vehicle. The cooperator was advised by CCPD to notify NYPD as they are the agency of record for stolen vehicles.

Bartow Avenue

A cooperator observed a small child walking around unattended on Bartow Avenue. The cooperator brought the child to CCPD base where the guardian was notified and reunited with the child.

May 16

2099 Asch Loop

A cooperator reported returning to Garage 5 and observing that her motorcycle was removed by an unknown individual without her permission. NYPD to be notified; the incident is under investigation by Public Safety Detectives.

3200 Peartree Avenue

A cooperator reported returning to her parked vehicle and observing that the front passenger door window was broken with no items removed from her vehicle.

4100 Hutchinson River Parkway

A cooperator reported a male known to his son kicked and damaged the apartment door. Maintenance was notified for the repair and the incident is being investigated by CCPD.

May 18 140 Einstein Loop

A cooperator reported a confirmed delivery that was left by the mail-

boxes in the lobby being removed by an unknown individual without her permission.

99 Asch Loop

A male complainant reported an unknown individual removed the right-side passenger mirror from his vehicle while the vehicle was parked on the street.

120 DeKruif Place

A cooperator reported a confirmed delivery was removed from the lobby mailbox area by an unknown individual without her permission. This investigation is continuing.

2051 Bartow Avenue

A group of disorderly teens was removed from the Chinese Buffet Restaurant and, upon leaving, the teens kicked the front entrance door shattering the door and fleeing the area. No injuries are reported and the investigation is ongoing.

120 Alcott Place

A cooperator reported an unknown individual kicking her apartment door, resulting in the top lock becoming inoperable.

May 20

100 Casals Place

While on routine patrol, an intoxicated male who is well known to Public Safety, placed a Bluetooth speaker playing loud music on the hood of the CCPD vehicle and refused to remove the speaker. The male then fled and entered Building 11 where he was stopped in the lobby. The intoxicated male, who is a cooperator, was transported to Jacobi Hospital by EMS and issued two Community Complaints, one for Anti-Social Behavior and another for excessive noise.

Opposite 100 Erskine Place

NYPD requested the assistance of CCPD in searching for two males in a stolen vehicle who fled from a car stop at Shore Road and City Island Avenue. Both suspects fled the scene and were observed swimming in the water toward Co-op City’s Erskine Place. CCPD assisted in the search for both suspects. NYPD Aviation Unit and Harbor Unit apprehended one male in the water along Goose Island. CCPD and NYPD conducted a search of Section 5 in Co-op City for the second suspect with negative results.

Rear of 120 Casals Place

CCPD responded to a call of one (1) shot fired. CCPD and NYPD conducted a search of the area with negative results. No injuries or property damage to report.

As temperatures rise, staying hydrated is crucial. Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid excessive consumption of alcoholic and sugary beverages, as they can contribute to dehydration. If you’re engaged in outdoor activities, always carry a reusable water bottle and drink water at regular intervals. Remember, proper hydration is essential for maintaining your overall well-being and keeping your body cool in summer heat.

Practicing Water Safety

Whether you’re heading to the beach, a pool or a lake, water activities are a summer favorite. However, it’s vital to prioritize water safety to prevent accidents and injuries. Swim only in designated areas where lifeguards are present, and follow any posted rules and regulations. If you’re not a strong swimmer, consider wearing a life jacket or other flotation devices. Never leave children unattended near water and ensure that a responsible adult always supervises them. Additionally, learn CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) techniques – knowing these life-saving skills can make a difference in an emergency.

Be Cautious of Heat-Related Illnesses

Summer heat can sometimes lead to heat exhaustion or heatstroke, which can be dangerous. To prevent these conditions, limit exposure to the sun during the hottest parts of the day, typically between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. If you must be outside, seek shade, whenever possible. Wear lightweight, breathable clothing, and use hats or umbrellas for extra protection. Stay cool by taking regular breaks in air-conditioned or shaded areas. If you experience symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, headaches, or rapid pulse, move to a cool place and seek medical attention immediately.

Travel Safety

Summer often means road trips and vacations. Before embarking on any journey, ensure your vehicle is in good condition by checking the tires, brakes, and fluids. Buckle up and make sure all passengers are wearing their seatbelts. Follow traffic rules, avoid distractions while driving, and never drink and drive. If you’re traveling to a new destination, research and plan your route in advance. Share your itinerary with a trusted person, and have emergency contact information readily available. By prioritizing travel safety, you can make your summer adventures even more enjoyable.

Protecting Against Insects and Ticks

Summer brings out various insects, including mosquitoes and ticks, which can transmit diseases. To protect yourself, use insect repellents containing DEET, picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus. Wear long sleeves, long pants, and closedtoe shoes when venturing into areas with high bug activity. Perform regular tick checks after spending time in grassy or wooded areas. If you spot a tick, remove

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbaycorp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. Please note: emails should be sent to both parties. Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES,

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites: www.Indeed.com www.Glassdoor.com

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

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

You’ve Got to Want This, or Succumb to the Inevitable

You Signed a Contract –We all did

I went to a repass after the service of a beloved shareholder. One of the cool things about this community are the relationships that have been formed among shareholders for decades. You and if it’s not your own family or friend, you sit politely with an amicable person. But here in Co-op, mediately with folks I grew up with and we were surrounded by some as able and spirited enough to be my parents. That is just a part of the magic of the Riverbay Corporation, aka Co-op City.

One of the extended-family-friends is now a his mouth was, “The best thing our parents did was bring us to Co-op City.” That phrase stuck with me for many reasons. I wonder if this is ringing true for you as well?

I wonder if you remember the day you were accepted into this community? You had to go through a process to live here. If you don’t remember the process, then you, like me, were a child when you moved here. If your parents were like mine, they made sure you understood the culture here. You got to know how the infrastructure works by being involved. Now that you are an adult, you understand the importance of laws and infrastructure, otherwise there would be anarchy and chaos and certainly no corporation that would offer us amenities, such that can be found nowhere else in this city. But you enjoy these comforts because of our infrastructure and when you came to live here, you were asked to sign a contract that bound all of us together, not as renters, but as shareholders

What Really Matters?

What does matter is involvement by you Your involvement and mine is not only necessary, it is imperative. Your job as a shareholder is to vote in the annual Board Elections. It should be like Christmastime in Co-op City! This is your time to shine. To step up and run for a seat on the Board or use your power as a shareholder to choose a Board of Directors. You have the information, now do the very necessary, essential thing required to “Save Our Community” from paying unnecessary funds to extend the elections. Vote now! Right now! Help someone else vote as well.

We Are Only at 2,365 Votes!?

5,002 votes should have been achieved in the should be a drop in the bucket, especially when you factor in all the amenities we enjoy and the up this election. Hard to believe we are still talking at the time of this writing. When will you understand the power of your vote, and the power of our strength as a community united? Exercising your vote, is that power!

Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City Meeting

We had a meeting of the Section 4 Partnership last Friday. We discussed the importance of each Building Association. We invited the presidents, vice presidents, treasurers, secretaries, and other important? Because this is where our infrastructure begins. Your Building Association is the hub and link to the Board of Directors and Management. This is how you stay connected. Each building should be connected to a “Section Association” 5 Association). We named our “section association” the Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City as a way to promote the fact that “we” (you and I) are “business partners” of a corporation. That corporation is the Riverbay Corporation. You want better services and to keep affordability here? Make sure understand how important we all are to each other.

to this corporation; the Riverbay Corporation is our partnership and our duty is to aid in the governing of it with our votes.

10th Annual Co-op City Spelling Bee

Praise and honor goes out to all of the families of the children who dared to be contestants in the African-American Association of Co-op City’s was had by all! Congratulations to First Prize win“boundary.” Second Prize winner of $200.00 was awarded to Jomo Mendy, age 8, who attends school

Bonus Prize!

There was a surprise $25 gift card awarded to our Fourth Place winner, Isabella Kwakye, from before and was the 2022 winner last year. Every child received a gift bag and two books of their

choice. I hope you will encourage your children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends to join Annual Co-op City Spelling Bee. It is good clean fun, right here in our neighborhood, where we live and call home. Yet another reason to be involved in your community.

More on the Bee

There is much more on the Spelling Bee, photos and information about this year’s winners and the fabulous staff and volunteers who helped to put this intricate event together for our young Kings and Queens. Check out the African-American Association of Co-op City article in this issue written by the founder of our Spelling Bee, Ms. Francine Reva Jones.

Thank you for the compliment of reading my viewpoint. I can be reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com.

“Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals “A FORCE FOR GOOD…”

MTA

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LIRR and Metro North

• Monthly passes: 4.3% increase in price with a $500 cap

• Weekly passes: 4.3% increase in price

• One-way peak tickets: 4.6% increase in price

• One-way off-peak tickets: would have a standardized discount of 26% across all railroads

• 10-trip off-peak passes: the discount would remain at 15% lower than a one-way off-peak ticket

Bridges and tolls

Robert F. Kennedy, Bronx-Whitestone, Throgs Neck and VerrazanoNarrows bridges and the Queens Midtown and Hugh L. Carey tunnels:

• (Option A) EZ pass would increase from $6.55 to $7.01

• (Option A) Tolls by mail would increase from $10.17 to $10.88

• (Option B) EZ pass would increase from $6.55 to $6.96

• (Option B) Tolls by mail would increase from $10.17 to $11.19

Henry Hudson Bridge:

• (Option A) EZ pass would increase from $3.00 to $3.21

• (Option A) Tolls by mail would increase from $7.50 to $8.03

• (Option B) EZ pass would increase from $3.00 to $3.19

• (Option B) Tolls by mail would increase from $7.50 to $8.25

Cross Bay and Marine Parkway bridges:

• (Option A) EZ pass would increase from $2.45 to $2.62

• (Option A) Tolls by mail would increase from $5.09 to $5.45

• (Option B) EZ pass would increase from $2.45 to $2.60

• (Option B) Tolls by mail would increase from $5.09 to $5.60

Both the fare and toll changes were originally included in the MTA’s 2023

VOTING IS YOUR DUTY AS A SHAREHOLDER!

Voting in the 2023 Riverbay Board of Directors Election has been extended to June 9. To make the quorum, 1,377 ballots are still needed. Anyone who requires a replacement ballot, or their unique PIN and Code to vote electronically, should contact YesElections at 855-940-4801, or by sending an email to help+riverbay@yeselections.com.

budget plan, which the MTA signed and adopted in December of last year.

One slide in particular explained how the MTA was able to avoid a larger fare and toll increase thanks to funding from the state.

“In the state budget, Governor Hochul and the legislature provided $65 million to bring the planned 2023 fare change in line with the standard biennial 4% increase in fare revenue, rather than 5.5%. The planned 5.5% toll revenue increase remains in place,” as explained in the slide.

behind implementing a fare increase during the MTA Finance Committee meeting.

“Since 2010, the MTA has increased fares and tolls to achieve roughly a 4% revenue yield every two years. These small frequent fare and toll adjustments offering predictable fare and toll increases, and it helps address our expenditure growth and it also gives us a little predictability in our fare and toll revenue,”

The MTA plans to hold hybrid public review sessions during the month of hikes. Those interested in voicing their opinion can look out for details later this month on the upcoming hybrid public review sessions by visiting new.mta. info/transparency/public-hearings.

Co-op City Times Deadline Notice

In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, Riverbay’s

Because of the holiday shortened work week, directors’ viewpoints and community organizations’ articles must be received by 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 30. Material submitted after that time will not be considered for publication in the Co-op City Times.

Material for publication may be emailed to cctimes @riverbaycorp.com.

Have a safe Memorial Day weekend.

Unfortunately, some of our cooperators are acting out in terrible ways. So, let’s review some issues and see if we can make some improvements here.

We’re Not Going Down

need to recognize some negative issues and then make some changes? Absolutely! Therefore, let’s go over a few issues from our most recent management report, March 2023.

To start, here were some disturbing issues that were called into our Public Safety department:

Well, some of our cooperators have made some terrible choices in how they’re dealing with their neighbors. For instance, noise is the biggest complaint that we have here. So, should anyone think that it’s appropriate to make an extreme amount of noise inside of their apartment? No! Making an extreme amount of noise in an apartment is going to disturb your neighbors.

Example: Some neighbors like to enjoy a quiet and peaceful apartment. But, how can they enjoy that type of serene environment when they can hear extremely loud noises coming from their neighbor’s apartment? Well, in some cases, some cooperators have let it be known that they can’t enjoy their surroundings because of their noisy neighbors.

For instance, there are lots of cases wherein some cooperators have aggressively confronted their their anger to lead them to bang on their neighbor’s door in a violent manner. Then, well, let’s just say that the police had to be called.

complaints and perhaps a few other matters to a far more violent level. Thereafter, they made a choice to start carrying a weapon. So, yes, they may have been angry over some loud noises in their apartment. But, think, did things have to go that far? No! Thinking about violently hurting someone can lead to some terrible consequences.

Example, there have been some heated confrontations in some communities that involved one person shoving another person. Then, that other person

Let’s Increase The Peace

fell down, hit their head on the ground, and died. The police then arrested the other person on some serious charges. So, was that confrontation worth it? No!

So, please do not let your anger get the best of you. Also, do not confront your noisy neighbors. Do not go to their front door. Do not bang on their door. Do not wait for them in a stairwell. Do not wait for with them. Weapons? Do not ever carry any illegal weapons.

want to encourage everyone to please try to get along with your neighbors. Look, there have been several above-cited paragraph. So, we must make some improvements here and stop all of this anger and aggression towards our neighbors.

Going forward, can you please try to be the bigger person and avoid these confrontations? Thereafter, can you please call our Public Safety department at Thank you. Loitering

of these calls involve some of the youths that live thought that their son or daughter was in school at a youths may have invited some of their friends to hang out in our stairwells. So, what do you think could have happened in that stairwell? Don’t know?

Well, that’s a problem that parents should consider. For instance, what would you do if you found out that your son or daughter was getting introduced to illegal drugs and alcohol? What would you do if someone was trying to take advantage of them? So, as a parent, do you think that it’s important to talk to your children and guide them to a better life? Absolutely!

Bottom line: Youths that skip school to hang out in a stairwell can destroy their lives with illegal drugs and alcohol. So, please be thank-

patrolling our buildings.

Don’t Throw That Object Out of a Window

Now, let’s move on to another problem about some cooperators acting out. For instance, there were seven calls about cooperators throwing objects out never throw anything out of a window. Now, unfortunately, this practice is tolerated in some communities. here can face legal action for an eviction. Plus, they can be arrested if they hit someone with an object.

Close

We have some wonderful cooperators that live here. Therefore, we must do our best to show respect and kindness to everyone. Yes, they might get on our nerves with loud noises and other matters. But, we should never let our anger get the best of us and act out.

Thank you.

Updated Contact Information

Please send a letter to: Board Director Daryl

ONLY email account: djohnson@riverbayboard. com. counts can get hacked. So, please do not respond to any email, with my name on it, that requests money, money transfers, gift cards, personal information, or anything from you. And, please do not send money to anyone because you saw a request for money from a fake email.

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.

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

About 30 vendors provided wellness information and health-related goods at JASA’s Health & Wellness Event on Wednesday, May 17. It was held in Dreiser Auditorium, with a food giveaway courtesy of Agatha House. A dance class and a steel drum troop kept the crowd energized, and shareholders left with health on their minds.

Co-op

JASA Health & Wellness Fair

American Cancer Society’s Pink Zumbathon

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

The American Cancer Society held their Pink Zumbathon and Resource Fair on Saturday, May 20, in the Dreiser Auditorium.

The Bartow Swingers opened the event with a dance number, asking audience members to join in. Bronx Executive Committee member, Alison Santiago, has been doing Zumba before the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk for about 15 years, and was Saturday’s lead instructor, joined by Tina Alonzo and Mayra Mira.

Jamaal T. Bailey, and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto distributed goods and refreshments along with Sylvan Learning, the Latino Commission, Black Woman Be Whole, and the American Cancer Society.

Clair Francis, local contact for Making Strides of the Bronx, announced that the Walk would be returning to Bay Plaza, “All you gotta do is cross the street this year,” she said. “Instead of a sea of pink, [I want to see] an ocean of pink.”

Visit www.cancer.org/involved/fundraise/makingstrides-against-breast-cancer.html for more information.

Photos by P.M. Campbell

Legionaries from our Joan R. Davis, solemnly contributed to the goal of laying approximately 8,600erans buried in Woodlawn Cemetery.

Legionnaire Davis, after attending a trolley tour with the Bronx Chamber of Commerce (BxCC) and being informed of the with the coordinator, Elizabeth Hunter (photo at right). The alliance

Building 27 Association

Hello, neighbors. We hope all is well. Good news: the emergency alert of the pandemic has been lifted.

Memorial Day

freedom of our nation. To those in uniform serving around the world, we honor you today and every day.

Our newly elected president, Mr. Aaron Carnegie, presided over the association meeting. Our Guest

Riverbay Exec. Gen. Mgr Marvin Walton and Deputy Manager Warren Mitchell at our General Meeting on May 18. Warren introduced himself as prior CSO manager at the Einstein ofWalton who encouraged the cooperators to read the Co-op Times over the next few months; he will be submitting a Management Report. Mr. Walton will share with the cooperators several items he will focus on in the coming months,sure accountability at all levels of the corporation. We have promising renewed hope, so let’s VOTE and set the Board of Directors in place with their taland, most of all, get the job done, as well as continued accomplishments.

Every year, there is a Board of Directors election. This year, shareholders of Co-op City are to vote for the candidates of their choice between the period of May 1-May 26. Please review the three forums on Youtube. They can be found by searching for Riverbay Candidates’ Forums 2023.

New Shareholders – If you received the green envelope to vote, please vote. Please contact your is in, please, or you will be contributing to paying of the vote; we need not spend money unnecessarily.

Phone Tree Alerts – Shareholders not signed up are encouraged to sign up for the Phone Tree alerts, which provide important information given at any time relating to the Co-op City community. Sign-up can be found on the Resources page under CSO on the Riverbay website, or go to your CSO (Cooperator

Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. We continue to offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the families who lost loved ones. We wish all the best of health and safety. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 and she will gladly acis excellent in sharing goodwill. Also notify her of any illness, or if a neighbor has become deceased or transferred to a nursing home.

“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” –Coretta Scott King ––H. Overman

American Legion Post 1871

culminated with our Post participating in the program.

On May 20, Post 1871 Legionnaires Past Cdr. Feliciano, Renee J. Richardson, Julius Harrison, Joan R. Davis and Daisy on fallen service members’ graves at Woodlawn Memorial Cemetery located on Jerome Ave. in the Bronx.

Why We Flag

For many who have served, espe-

Those who served before us blazed to follow and for the military to im-

ture. Those participating in this event were proud to

comrades’ resting places. God bless all our service members as they sleep in peace.

Save the Date

Our annual Memorial Day Commemoration will be held in Co-op City’s Harley J. Mosley Sr. May 28, at 3:00 p.m. Please join us to well as meeting and greeting our invited political guest as you consume light refreshments.

Contact Us

American Legion Post 1871, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41, Bronx, NY 10475; 718-320-8165; email: post1871@oponline.net; website: www.legion.org.

––Antonio Codrington

Photos by Aaron Carnegie

It’s HAPPENING in Co-op City!

African-American Association of Co-op City’s Annual Spelling Bee

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

The African-American Association of Co-op City held their 10th annual Spelling Bee on Saturday, May 20. Reverend Beverly Spruill offered the prayer at the beginning of the event. Students from 3rd to 8th grade competed spelling words like “advertisement,” “believable,” and “admissible.” As

“I am really proud of our students and scholars today,” said Council Member Kevin C. Riley in an inspirational speech. “One primary job as a Council member is to go from school to school, and there are a lot of schools in our community struggling with literacy right now.”

Kevin and Ebony Ray Lambright, father and daughter, moderated the event and expressed pride in all of the students

Photos by P.M. Campbell

National Council of Negro Women

Bethune Height Recognition Program – Our 49th Annual Awards BethuneHeight Recognition Program was held on May 20 at Leonard’s Palazzo. Our program is named in honor of our founder, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, and our longest serving President, Dr. Dorothy Irene Height. The program recognizes the indelible contributions of the outstanding community leaders in the New York State Coalition. At this program each year, all 18 of the NCNW sections from New York State gather to honor outstanding women in our communities, welcome new Life Members, Legacy Life Members and Achievers all to raise funds to support our national headquarters that is located at 633 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington DC, half-way between the Capitol and the White House.

This year, Aletha L. Robinson was the sole Legacy Life Member from Co-op City Section. Angela Dunbar-Johnson, Trina Marie Martin and Denisha

Life Members. Joyce Miller Howard, Lori B. Melton and Justice Kim Adair Wilson were Co-op City Section’s BethuneHeight Achievers.

It was very exciting to meet in-person our new National President and CEO, Rev. Shavon L. ArlineBradley; and Dr. A. Lois Keith, our National Chair.

Following our tradition, our program ended with us all singing Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune’s favorite song, “Let Me Call You Sweetheart.”

NCNW Co-op City Youth Section – OnJune Summit! They will be hosting this program to provide low-income and minority students, as well as with the skills to help with the transition from high school to post-secondary life. The purpose of this program is to break barriers by providing access to information. The College Summit will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 177 Dreiser Loop (outdoor, lower level) in Bronx, NY 10475. For more information on this program to support youth college and career readiness, contact ncnwcoopcitycollegesummit@gmail.com. This program is open to all! Vendor opportunities are available.

Washington, D.C. Bus Trip – On the weekend of August 19-20, Co-op City Section NCNW will be sponsoring a bus trip to Washington, D.C. featuring: a personalized tour of NCNW National Headquarters at 633 Pennsylvania Avenue, visiting the statue of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune in Statuary Hall, US Capitol, visiting the statue of Dr. Bethune in Lincoln Park, visiting the National Museum of African American History and Culture, four meals including voucher for Sweet Home Café at NMAAHC, hotel accommodations at Holiday Inn of Greenbelt, MD and of course, round-trip transportation. Pick-up point will be in Dreiser Loop. Price per person: quad occupancy, $340; triple occupancy, $360; double occupancy, $390; single occupancy, $460. Flexible payment options: $125 depayment due August 1. PayPal payment via https:// www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=UZEK724XQ2EEW. Checks or money orders may be mailed to NCNW Co-op City Section, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. For questions, call 646-305-8013 or email ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com.

––Joyce Howard

Building 25 Association Building 22AB Association

We welcome our new Executive General Manager, Marvin Walton, to the forms can be found in the Co-op City Times Co-op City Times Cooperators, please continue to maintain our compactor rooms and laundry

Betty Leak

African-American Association of Co-op City

Thanks to all the children and families who participated in the 10th

You were wonderful!

Congratulations to ten-year-old Safaa Talibi from Building 11, who place winnings of $100 was Joel Twum-Ampofo consolation $25 gift card was awarded to the 4th Spruill, who started us off with a soul-stiris extended to the Spelling Bee Committee of volunteers, including Ebony Lambright, Michelle Marita Taylor, Cheryl Jenkins, Laverne Hamilton,

The Final Three

Libation Hostess and MC, Michelle Marbury with presents and prizes

Have a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day, which was originally called Decoration Day, whereby the country decorated service men and women’s are under the weather, we hope you get better soon; and for our neighbors who Look out for detailed information posted near elevators as we get closer to the meet-

We will close with the following in honor of our fallen soldiers: “Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow you into the deepest valleys; look upon them as your own beloved sons and daughters, and they will stand by you even unto death.” –Sun

––Wanda Bailey

this country!

Tzu

Building 23 Association

letin board in our lobby by the elevator for upcoming Building 23 Association

We thank the shareholders who came out to

presentations covered the following topics: improving public places and the need for all communities to have access to up-to-date technology; the need to encourage our youth to ready themselves by taking advantage of the educational opportunities in their local schools, libraries and youth centers; community awareness when it comes

Our Building Association president updated shareholders on building issues

ident reminded shareholders that empty boxes must be dismantled and taken Election time: those who have not voted to please participate and send in your ballots as soon

2023 Board of Directors Election!

Things to Know: We are working to have Zoom access for our Building 23

The next General Meeting will be held on June Zoom president, secretary, assistant secretary, treasurer the Association for a minimum of three months and

Parents, friends and participants gather and await the start of the Bee!

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation: yoga and pilates mat classes, belly dance classes, and eve-

Also, to join or update your membership; please send a check or money order (do not mail cash) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to:

––Francine Jones

Get Involved! Co-op City is your home

Share your ideas. If you have talents, knowledge and expertise that can be helpful and improve the quality of life in Co-op City, join a Board committee, write to Riverbay Management or pen a letter to the editor.

––Betty Smith

Broun Place Townhouse Association

A wonderful giving lady celebrated her special day as Mrs. Olive Glasgow turned 99. What a wonderful event. Mother’s Day was one of the most beautiful days ever, was it not? I know mine was. This week’s birthdays include our vice president, Vivian Burrus, and Johnny Zacchio, New York’s best Disc Jockey. And today, we celebrate our daughter’s 11th wedding anniversary. Continued marital bliss be yours.

Congratulations to former Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer on his retirement. We respected Mr. Klehammer very much and wish him happiness and good health for many years to come.

Our first Association meeting was on May 24 in Building 23’s Association Room. We hope you attended. We invited our new Executive General Manager, Mr. Marvin L. Walton (pictured standing 3rd from right). Broun

Association meeting since before the Covid-19 pandemic. Thank you to the Building 23 Association president and Mr. Walton, for facilitating this meeting.

Have you kept up with activities in Dreiser Loop? There are several new businesses to investigate. Voting is your responsibility as a Co-op City resident. Mail it in, go to the poll, read the releases of the candidates, make your decisions. If you do not vote, you cannot blame anyone for who is elected.

Also, why is no one asking what is going on with commercial leasing? Who is the outside vendor doing the leasing and identifying spaces. Are there programs soliciting people to operate spaces? Where do they advertise?

New event programs are coming and new, interesting musical and theatrical events as well. Read the Co-op City Times for community information. Thank you to the editor for publishing the details from the Candidates’ Forums. I was able to catch-up on the meetings. They are also being shown on our master antenna stations.

By the way, Broun Place Townhouse Association committee is seeking Broun Place residents wanting to serve on our executive board. The secretary’s position and member-at-large are open.

Regarding recycling gently used articles, place them in the front or rear of Garage 6 in the blue and pink bins. The dumpster pad bins are used as follows: the white bin is for paper, while green and blue are for all other house garbage. Mattresses are required to be covered. Use pedestrian bins for masks, it is so important not to litter. Do not leave bags of clothes on dumpster pads or next to recycling bins. Please do not litter.

Seniors, register with the Riverbay “RUOK” emergency contact programs. This is critical for those living alone or with chronic illness. Seniors, get involved with JASA.

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Co-op City Times / May 27, 2023

Building 19 Association

Hello, Building 19 family. Happy belated Mother's Day to the mothers and the women who lovingly take on the role of moms to those who have no mother. I hope that you were honored on that special day.

The Association has some upcoming dates that we want you to save on your calendars. Our next committee meeting will be held on June 6 at 7:30 p.m. in the Association Room located in the back of our building. The Association will also be hosting our fundraising Bake Sale on June 10 from 12 p.m. -3 p.m. We are looking for volunteers to assist us in the event, especially baked donations. If you would like to donate a baked good, please contact me at either leontulton@yahoo.com or 917-442-9526.

In closing, I ask you to take a moment to remember those who lost their lives while serving in the US Armed Forces this Memorial Day on this combrave men and women made in preserving the freedom that we as Americans treasure and must never take for granted.

––Leon Tulton

Building 20 Association

The Building 20 Association convened a lively meeting on April 18. We thank Board Directors Kevin Lambright and Lynette Wright for accepting our invitation to speak. Director Lambright is the president of the Building 21 Association, which, for the past few years, returned the largest number of votes of all the 35 buildings in Co-op City. Director Wright is the chairperson of the Riverbay Election Committee and a resident of Building 20. They were invited to speak on the importance of voting in the Riverbay Board of Directors elections. This topic was discussed as well as many other issues facing our community. The residents were engaged and enlightened.

In order to reach an election quorum, the Building 20 Executive Board members organized a voting outreach day on May 23 when we greeted residents in the lobbies and reminded them to vote. Hopefully, this worked. If we fail to reach a quorum by May 26, other building association presidents should consider organizing a voting outreach day in their buildings as well.

Our next meeting is June 15 at 7:00 p.m. We look forward to seeing you. Thereafter, we will adjourn until September.

––Francine Jones

Black Forum

Emergency Food Pantry (Free)

920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pick up or after. It is a 30/31-day rotation on average. Black Forum will text registered guests if items outside of regular distribution become available. All guests must present a pantry card to shopping bags with a handle and a shopping cart. Please do not bring black shopping bags because black ink can transfer to the food, posing a health hazard. We require masks and physical distancing. Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from necessary to receive food.

guests has now ended. Please check back to see when we will resume accepting new guests and recertifying former guests.

Fresh Produce

Fresh produce will be available to those scheduled to pick up their monthly groceries on May 30, June 1, or June 2. There is not enough produce coming to accommodate all pantry card holders. We will have a larger event later in June where all 2023 pantry card

holders can attend. Everyone must have their yellow pantry card, at least seven large bags and a shopping cart. Guests will also receive canned goods if they are scheduled to pick up on the day they come.

Terms of Service

Serving the public as swiftly and effectively as we can is our aim. This is not always practicable, particularly if a delivery arrives in the middle of a service. The staff is in charge of unloading those of the trucks. When guests ask the workers to move faster, it is not helpful. Additionally, it is risky for everyone when visitors obstruct workers emptying task.

The Board of Directors of Black Forum has advised the staff that they have the right to deny service to anyone who is rude, upsetting, confrontational or threatening to other guests or staff. This includes not staying on the line and instead leaning on the pillars. Standing against the pillars also blocks residents trying to walk along the path. While we respect your time, we must also unload the trucks so that the neighborhood can be fed. Please be kind and patient so that we can feed the neighborhood.

Defensive Driving Class

Black Forum is not sponsoring in-person defensive driving classes at this time. We hope to resume classes in the future.

Email – Reach out to us at coopcityblackforum@ gmail.com.

––D. Illis

Building 10 Association

New Cooperators –Memorial Day –

General Membership Meeting

Section 2 Summer Fun Day –

Mental Health Awareness –

Building 1AB Association

Questions, Comments and Suggestions –Facebook

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cooperators to read the Co-op City Times

Assemblyman Benedetto’s Coffee with Mike

Memorial Day –

To better understand the construction affecting our area, please go to YouTube

The objective of the SFA shall be:

Always stay plugged in Floor Captains on Each Floor – In Every Building

All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact Numbers 2.

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

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

Rivers Run Community Garden

Thank you to the local schools for using Rivers Run Community Garden as their open-air classroom and for helping to beautify the space.

We are always looking for new members and volunteers to help keep the doors of the garden open. Our schedule is as follows:

• Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. (or until dusk)

• Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

• Saturdays and Sundays from 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

Please stay tuned to upcoming events

Important dates (All are welcome):

• June 18 – Free Painting Workshop for all ages at 3 p.m.

The creative arts projects are supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and the Bronx Council on the Arts and Councilman Kevin Riley.

If you would like to take advantage of the opportunity to get your hands dirty and make your heart happy, there is always something that needs doing. Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

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

––Gail Sharbaan

Building 8 Association

We hope every household voted in this year’s Board of Directors election! We will have a meeting on June 7 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Building 8 Association Room. Please come out to speak to your General Manager. The information will also be posted in the bulletin board located in the lobby. Enjoy your spring season!

––Azalea McDavid

Building 33 Association

Good day, owners in Building 33.

Yesterday, May 26, was the last day to vote for the candidates running for the board. The last I checked, we still needed ballots to reach the minimum amount of 5,002. For the life of me, I will never understand why in a community in excess of 15,000 cooperative apartments we cannot get 5,002 of you to vote. What are you thinking? Do you care about the state of our Riverbay Corporation, our homes and community?

You had better wake up, people! It does not matter who you are and your status here, it was essential for you to read about the candidates, consider which you liked the most, vote, and get that ballot sent in! And I pray that is what you did.

So, if the voting period needs to be extended, I suggest you pick up that little green envelope and get someone to help you get it to the mailbox!

You are owners and you need to act like it!

––Andrea D. Mayo

Building 13 Association

Memorial Day is an American holiday observed on the last Monday of May that honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Each Memorial Day, we remember those heroes who courageously gave their lives. Thank you to the brave men and women who have made the ultimate

Save the dates: We are gearing up for our Annual Summer Fun Day. Section 2 townhouses and buildings are meeting and preparing for our funpicnic with loads of surprises. Summer Fun Day will be held on June 24 from 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (rain date June 25).

If you would like to purchase a Summer Fun Day t-shirt, all purchases can be made by contacting Building 10B and 11B in their Association Room in the rear of their lobby. You can check the bulletin board for dates and times. Sale of shirts will start on May 11 in Bldg. 10B and May 12th in Bldg. 11B. Youth shirts from XS to large will be $10 and Adult shirts from S-3X will be $15. Payment must be made at the time of the order. If you have questions regarding the shirts, you can contact Jewel, Building 10B, at 917-488-5237; or Deborah, Building 11B, at 646-391-7611. Sale ends May 24 at 7:00 p.m.

currently posted in your bulletin board. Reserve your free table now! We are expecting the NYPD Mobile Game Truck. Do not miss out on the fun. Do not miss our “one-man Band” Juan Ortega and the Steel Drum band. The Bronx Gems Cheerleaders will be here and also the 40-plus Double Dutch Jumpers to give you some lessons. We will provide CPR Training courtesy of the FDNY EMT. Want to learn to shoot a bow and arrow? Hidden Gems will be back to show you how. Cousins Maine Lobster will be paying us a visit also. More to come, so do not miss out on the fun. Music by DJ Sid Nice.

These activities are made possible by our Councilman Kevin Riley via DYCD, Bob’s Discount Furniture, McCall’s Funeral Home, Attorney Stephen Kaufman, Riverbay Corporation Community Relations, CCPD and NYPD Community Affairs.

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

Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@ yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson, president, at 718-320-1370; or Wendell Mattison, V.P., at 917-330-1380. Thank you for supporting our team.

––Leslie Peterson

Coalition of African-American Organization and Churches General Meeting

The rescheduled meeting of the Coalition for the month of May took place on May 17 via . Two guest speakers attended the meeting and it was resourceful. speaker who addressed the member organizations about the working relationship between the NYPD and the CCPD. According to him, Co-op City had maintained a lower crime rate, and he referenced the seven major crimes compared to New York City and several cities of its status. He emphasized that even though the Co-op City Police Department is small in size, with limited resources, they continue to provide the necessary services of a law enforcement unit. Some questions were asked from the audience, and he was calm and patient to answer all the questions that were asked. He will not shy away from attending the Coalition meeting again once invited.

Reverend Paul Peart, who is the pastor of New Testament Temple here in the northeast Bronx area, attended the meeting to speak on the issue of Fun in the Son (FOS). FOS is a community activity event like a carnival that was held seeking the support of the Coalition to join hands with his organization so that the event could be held on the greenway in Co-op City. He spoke on several positive

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aspects of hosting the event in Co-op City this year. He spoke eloquently on the support he had gotten both from the New York City Council and the State of New York. He submitted that both entities had committed monetary value to the sponsorship of the program. He had come to open the eyes of the common man and woman in the neighborhood to see reasons why having such a big event will be a morale booster to the community. With Chief Riley in the meeting and the secretary of the Coalition, Reva Jones, who was a long time former member of the Riverbay Board, he was advised of the appropriate channel to follow for Riverbay to consider him. The Coalition will appreciate if the event could be performed

Cancelation and Time/Point of Travel

The group had decided by majority votes that the pick-up location would be in front of the bank in Co-op City at 2021 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. The bus will leave from this address and everyone should please show up on time. The time of travel will be promptly at 8:00 a.m. Travelers will have to show to include room and board had been settled. The deadline for the full payment is extended to May 27 and the payment must be full.

––Adeyemi LaCrown Oloruntoba

Important Notice to clubs, and religious and community organizations

The deadline for submission of articles from clubs, religious institutions and community organizations is 5 p.m. each MONDAY. Articles received after this deadline will be considered allows. The deadline for Directors’ viewpoints is 5 p.m. on MONDAYS Submissions must be emailed to cctimes@ riverbaycorp.com.

WHISTLEBLOWER ANONYMOUS HOTLINE

If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymoushotline by the following methods: Go to an independent website to complete an online disclosure form, www.lighthouse-services.com/riverbaycorp

Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Email: reports@lighthouse-services.com; or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the email or fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

Co-op City Toastmasters Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. Happy Memorial Day holiday weekend to you.

The June General Membership meeting is being canceled.

The annual Bake Sale is being postponed until October to better organize the event.

Our Guest Speaker at our Building Association general membership meeting on May 18 was Danielle O'Connor, director, Parking and Commercial Leasing department. The garage attendants’ last day will be on or about June 1. Garage attendants will be reassigned to other departments within Riverbay where vacancies currently exist. Emergency call boxes near the elevators on all garage levels should be fully operation by that date. Universal view cameras will also be in use for review by Public Safety in cases of emergency. Garage department supervisors will be available via the entry gate if you are in your vehicle or the Pay Station outside near the garage entrance or inside near the elevator. If a vehicle is parked in your reserved parking space, notify the supervisor via one if the Call Boxes near the entrance, request removal of the vehicle or that you be immediately provided the number of an emergency space while the vehicle is moved by the owner or towed. A pilot program to prevent unauthorized users from entering reserved spaces is being reviewed. Stay tuned. The waitlist for Garage 2 parking is down from seven years to approximately two years. The

Please do not use your foot to activate the ADA compliant switch on the lobby doors when exiting the building. It is unhygienic and it diminishes the life span of the switch. You are, in fact, engaging in abuse of Riverbay property when you engage in such behavior.

The annual Section 2 Summer Fun Day Pop-up Picnic and related events are lobby bulletin boards and on the laundry room bulletin board.

“For while we have our eyes on the future, history has its eye on us.” –Amanda

Gorman

––Linda Collins

NAACP

Mission Statement: Our mission is to secure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Known as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), it profoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th Century American History.

May/June General Membership Meeting: June 4 at 3:00 p.m. via Zoom Meeting ID: 839 6747 1628, Passcode: 401675, Dial In: 646-558-8656.

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. for our freedom.

Condolences to the families of the Honorable Bill Perkins, former NYC Councilmember and State Senator and James “Jim” Nathaniel Brown, all-time NFL Hall of Fame great, actor and sports analyst. We will remember them for and equality.

A Message from the NAACP

anti-Black book ban. The NAACP is 100% committed to ending politically and racially motivated censorship.

Today’s racist book bans represent one of the largest attacks on Black voices and narratives in modern history. Make no mistake, the true intent behind this ban is to destroy the relevance and importance of Black History and that of historically marginalized groups, starting by whitewashing our children’s education.

For further NAACP activities, go to NAACP.org.

Spring Membership Campaign

Membership is the lifeblood of the organization. Join the NAACP to help us do the work. “Thank you” –Membership Chair Brenda Brown

The Co-op City Branch was established in July 1973. In recognition, we have a 50th Anniversary Commemorative Pin. Purchase yours now for $20 each. Pick

Medgar Evers College CHAMPSS/Cultivating Holistic Academic Mindsets to Promote Student Success. Freshman, current students, full-time, transfer or re-admit degree seeking MEC students with 2.0 or better GPA and is August 1. If you have any questions about the program or the application process, please send email to: champss@mec.cuny.edu.

Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP. Become a member, give a membership or upgrade your membership. Adult: $30; Youth: $10; or Silver Life: $750. Make checks/money orders payable to: NAACP Co-op City #2210, and mail to: NAACP Co-op City Einstein Station, P.O. Box 75-3111, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

––Brenda Brown

Co-op City Toastmasters Club and Bronx Advanced Toastmasters Clubs invite you to their next scheduled meetings. Please join us on June 1 and June 13 in our new meeting room at 177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 5.

See our schedule below. We are here to help anyone enhance their public speaking, both social and/or professional, and their leadership skills. Do you have an interview coming up? Do you want to command more attention whenstead of getting to the point? All this and more. Come and see how we may help you or someone you know.

Also, join us for an exciting and special open house and Special Member Appreciation Day on June 10 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., in Bartow Center, Rm. 31. A fun time is planned with members from clubs throughout the Metropolitan Continental breakfast and a light lunch will be served.

For more information, call 347-419-0570 or 917-659-3224 and leave a message.

Desire to Improve? Need to Improve? Want to Improve?

Bronx Advanced Speakers #3337790 BAS is the best!

We meet at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 5, Co-op City, New York, 10475.

Our next meeting is June 13 at 7 p.m.

In general, we meet on the second Tuesday of the month. Here are more upcoming meeting dates in 2023 that you can look forward to: July 11, August 8, September 12, October 10, November 14 and December 12.

Bronx Advanced Speakers can help with:

Giving a better sales presentation.

Honing your management skills.

Working more amicably with fellow employees.

Effectively developing and presenting your ideas.

Accepting and offering constructive feedback more objectively.

Toastmasters learn by doing to enjoy speaking in public. We are open to the public. New members are welcome. Our website is: www.Toastmasters46.org.

Section 4 Partnership

Save the date

Our next gathering will take place on June 23 at 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. Our meeting last Friday was so informative. We are striving to strengthen the all-important link between the Board of Directors, Management and you!

S4P Mission Statement:

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

Riverbay Election: Vote in it, to get the best out of it!

We must remember that the Riverbay Board of Directors of Co-op City are not the life blood of Co-op City; you are. Too many cooperators view the Board as an entity that directs the shareholders when, in fact, it is the other way decisions made in this community, we cannot all be in charge simultaneously. So, we elect a Board of Directors to represent the voice of the people, (i.e., the community, the shareholders, the cooperators/residents). Each of us has some issue, topic or agenda that is close to our heart. Directors of the Riverbay Board must remember that their personal agendas, while relevant, must only factor in as a part of the best decision for the community at large. Your job as a shareholder is to vote in the annual Board elections. Most complaints come from cooperators who do not participate in the community and who form their opinions from rumors. This causes a breakdown in communications and results in a vicious cycle of misunderstandings, which leaves you and this community on the short end of the stick. It is not enough to come out once a year and vote for someone whose name is familiar to you. What does matter is involvement by you. Your involvement and mine is not only necessary, it is imperative. After reading this article, make sure that others have read it as well.

Building Associations and Committees

We must all (in every section and every building) show up for our Building Associations and committees. We may be on Zoom or Webex or other modes of video conferencing, but that is no excuse not to show up. It is even more of a reason to attend because you do not even have to leave your home. You cannot beat that commute. We all owe it to our shared community. Think about this and make a silent pledge to get involved.

Contact us by emailing: section4partnership@gmail.com or phone: 347-915-4939.

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

––Michelle Marbury

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

––Lauretta Jaysura

Greetings, retirees and friends.

We wish you and yours a happy Memorial Day holiday weekend. Please take time on this holiday to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives for our nation and our freedom.

Trip Committee – The bus for the Resorts World Casino trip on June 28 will pick up at 8:30 a.m. at Dreiser Loop in front of H&R Block. Please plan to arrive there promptly by 8:15 a.m.

Seats are still available for our Hunterdon Hills Playhouse trip on July 26. Tickets are $140. This trip includes lunch, a live performance of “Remember Me,” starring Joyce DeWitt, and time to shop at the boutique and bakery. A deposit of $50 is re-

Goose Island Seniors

Goose Island Seniors is closed Monday, May 29, in observance of Memorial Day. There will be no Bingo or Pokeno games. Happy Memorial Day.

Atlantic City Bus Trip – Date changed back to Thursday, June 15, Caesar’s Casino. Price: $55 with more information, call 646-579-1701.

Resorts Casino – Atlantic City, Thursday, July

Monday July 3. Mask required on bus and in casino.

Maryland-Washington Crabfeast Trip – Julyformation, call or text: 646-579-1701.

Nordic Lodge, Foxwoods Casino and Tanger Outlets -

646-579-1701.

Caesar’s Casino –Atlantic City, Tuesday, August 22. Price: $50. Bonus: $15 to play. Waiting list. -

ment only. Final payment due by Friday, August 4. Mask required on bus and in Casino.

The Spinners – Thursday, September 28, Board Walk Hall, Atlantic City. Tropicana Casino until 3 p.m. then approximate ten-minute walk to concert at 3:30 p.m. Waiting list. Price: $140. Bonus: $25. Slot play: $15 for food. $40 deposit for seat on bus.

Make checks to Goose Island Seniors. You may also Zelle

Notary – Yvonne Menefee available Thursdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Bingo 1:15 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for 3 cards, Refreshments. Proof of vaccination. Temperature taken at entrance.

Game Day 1 p.m. Members only. Play Dominoes, Bid Whist, watch movies, read books and socialize with otherfreshments available.

To all members: Happy Birthday to our members who celebrate in May: Geneva Lindsey, Loand Hattie Overman. June: Sandra Harville, Rosauralyn Jefferson, Valerie Santos, Cecil Kornreich, Rayeanor Gibson, Sheila Mathis, and Julia Rivera. The June celebration will be Wednesday, June 21, 2:15 p.m.-2:45p.m. at half-time bingo.

Sick and Shut-in: Circle. Mary Pilla sends her love to all. You can call Bronx, NY 10475 at Section 5 Center, phone num& Thu., 1 p.m.-9 p.m., or call/text or Zelle Stephen, address is goose.island@optonline.net.

––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

quired by June 7 to hold a seat for this trip. The balance payment of $90 is due on or before June 30. Serita will be available to accept payments on June 7 at the Retirees’ meeting at 1 p.m. Serita will also be available in Room 19 on June 15 and June 30 from 1 to 3 p.m. Questions may be addressed to Serita at 347-564-5722.

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

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

Membership – New members and renewing members can remit a check for the $25 annual dues for 2023. Checks should be made payable to the “Re-

tirees of Dreiser Loop” and mailed to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 19, Bronx, NY 10475. Please note “new member” or “renewing member” in the memo line on your check. QuesHappy Birthday – Cheers to our May birthday celebrants. We wish you an incredibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year.

Condolences – Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to all who have recently lost loved ones.

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

General Meeting –summer break will be held on June 7 at 1 p.m. in Room 19. We look forward to seeing you there.

––Georgianna Rodriguez

AARP Chapter #4997

When this article is published, we will be enjoying

the quorum of 5,002 was met and there will be no need for another ballot, which is costly.

At AARP Chapter #4997, we are preparing for our trip to Niagara Falls from June 19-23. This will be and the anticipation is mounting. Our bus is full and we are expecting many great adventures. There are a few seats left on the Vynecrest Winery one-day trip on August 8. The Hawaiian Cruise is gaining interest and so is our holiday trip to see “Miracle of Christmas” at the Sight and Sound Theater on December 7. The holiday trip costs $220 per person and includes reserved seats at the theater, Amish and all taxes and gratuities paid. A deluxe Motor Coach rounds out your day’s experience. Please contact Ms. Wright, 718-379-3370, or Ms. Brown, 718-379-7962, for more information and to place reservations.

We hold a General Membership meeting each month during our active year, from September to June. The last meeting for this year will be on June 12 at 1 p.m. in Room 1, 177 Dreiser Loop. We are planning an end-of-year party for that day and hope

that all will be able to join us for this festive event. During the summer months, we will not have the normal activities of our Chapter, but we will be students who will give individual instruction in the use of technology. The students will be giving oneto-one instruction, by appointment, from Monday through Thursday and their hours and availability

Members are encouraged to maintain their annual dues status by contacting Ms. Baker, 718-3792088, to renew or begin a new membership with us. From Mrs. Wilson, Good and Welfare contact, we are continuing to send our prayers to members and families as they move towards their personal recovery goals. If you have any information to share with our membership, please contact Mrs. Wilson 718-671-5493.

Thanks to all who came and supported us at the JASA Health Fair on May 17. Our table was well visited, and the information shared from AARP and by the public. Thank you, JASA, for hosting such a wonderful and necessary event. We made quite a few new friends!

Our Motto: “We are here to serve – not to be served.”

––Ann Purnell

C – 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 2. Tues., 12 p.m.-1 p.m. Salsa Class: May 30, June 6, 13, 27.

– Baychester Library. Thurs., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. May 25; June 1, 8, 15, 22.

– Talleres de Alimentacion, June 5. Make Healthy Eating Part of your Lifestyle. Junio 5. Convierta la alimentation saludable en parte integrante de su vida.

Tues., June 20.

Deluxe Motor Coach transportation. Spectacular show: “Magic Moments,” family-style luncheon.

Price: $125.

, second Wed. of every month in rear of JASA Main Wednesdays, 1 p.m.- 3

Thursdays, 9 a.m.- 12

Tues., 9 a.m.10:30 a.m., Weds. and Thurs., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. : Thurs., 9 a.m.-12 p.m., 718-320-2066. Appointment only. – Thurs., 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695, Passcode: 896989.

Mon.,12 p.m.-1 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 31. Wed. and Fri., 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Dreiser Center.

Every second and fourth Wed., 1 p.m.4 p.m., and Thurs., 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Room 31. No appointment needed.

– 718-671-5161 for an appointment for:

9 a.m.-11 a.m. Braids, haircuts, shape-ups, twists, ponytails, curls and more. –Mon., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Tues., 10 a.m.

-12 p.m. and Thurs., 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Please call 718671-5161.

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

for trips at the Bartow office can be made Monday

The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Newsong Church

A Church Alive Is Worth The Drive!

Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City! We believe that every person can make a difference in this word! No matter what you have been through or where you come from, you are welcome here. Join us for Sunday worship and see why God’s family is no ordinary family. Check us out; we are located at 135 Einstein Loop!

Sunday Worship Experience

Our Sunday worship experience starts with celebration. We make music to please God and to build others up. (Colossians 3:16) says, “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” For us, that is what making music is all about. We sing to bring glory and honor to God and celebrate who He is and what He is doing in our church! Our Adult Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 45.

Newsong Deaf Church 11 a.m. Sunday Mornings

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

Kidsong

Kids are important to us, so we have created a

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

Newsong Church Youth

NSCY is Newsong’s student ministry. Today’s middle and high school students will lead the next generation of the church and change the world. At NSCY, our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus. NSCY meets every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Room 38.

Discounted Parking Available: So, what are you waiting for? There is a God in heaven who loves you and has a purpose and plan for your life! Do you live outside of Section 5? Remember, a church

life, who are learning what it means to follow Jesus!

Contact Us: Phone: 917-342-2559;

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 100 BX NY 10475

Email: CentralTeam@newsongchurchnyc.org; Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org

Social Media: Instagram: @newsongchurchbx; Facebook: @newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @ newsongchurchbx; YouTube: Newsong Church NYC

––Pastor Mike Tolone

Co-op City Baptist Church

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

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

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

The Pastor’s Aide Ministry will be celebrating their 44th anniversary on May 21 during the 11 a.m. service. The Guest Speaker will be Rev. Sharon Reese, Associate Minister, St. Paul Baptist Church, New York, N.Y. All are welcome to join us.

Tomorrow, May 28, during the 11:00 a.m. service, we will have a Memorial Tribute to our veterans. Everyone is invited to attend this celebratory service.

Young Teens Sunday School is held at 9:30 a.m., call-in number: 701-802-5240, Access Code: 2528913. Teens Class is held at 9:30 a.m., call-in number: 702-843-2644, Access Code: 2676710, and Juniors Sunday School is held at 9:30 a.m., call-in number: 737-774-8306, Access Code: Juniors.

Mid-Week Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

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

Friday Evening Prayer service is held at 7:30 p.m.

Please note Friday evening Prayer Service is not held

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

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

Church of the New Vision

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Church of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us at 115 Einstein Loop North, Bronx, NY 10475. Church phone: 718-671-8746 and Pastor’s phone: 914-522-5039.

Our scripture verse for 2023 is: (Luke 10:27) “And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbor as thyself.”

Sunday service will be at 11:00 a.m. Masks are required and temperatures will be taken.

Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study starts at 7:00 p.m. The Conference Line number: 646769-9900; Access Code: 3099388.

May 21 Worship Service: “Women Abounding in God’s Love”

Scripture: (Colossians 3:12-17) “Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility; meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another, even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do. But above all things put on love, which is the bond of perfection. And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to which also you were called in one body; and be thankful. Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom, teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord. And whatever you do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through Him.”

Save the dates:

open to all.

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

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

––Hattie L. Lucas

August 10 – “Moses” at the Sight and Sound Theater, lunch at Golden Corral prior to the 3:00 p.m. show. Adults: $190. Youth: $150. Deposit: $30, to reserve your seat. No refunds. Final payment due July 15. Note: There is a second bus waitlist that is Sadie James, 917-667-4229, or Hermena Smith, 718708-5035, or email: info@churchnewvisionbx.org.

Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us at the Women’s Day service, “Women Abounding in God’s Love.” The community is always welcomed. Your contributions, tithes and offerings can be mailed to Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, New York 10475. Thank you.

––Brenda Brown

Traditional Synagogue

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

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

General Information

The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of 27B. It is accessible, no steps. Phone number: 718-379-6920.

a message.

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

The synagogue has a Facebook page: Traditional Synagogue.

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

The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan.

There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10 a.m., so we can take out the Torah.

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

Sabbath ends on Saturday, May 27, at 9:09 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, June 2, at 8:01 p.m. Good and Welfare

a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree (if you want to buy a tree, call 347 449-5005). Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you are ill, we wish you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To all Members

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

Fun and Games

After services and Kiddush, members play games. Your support for the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health.

––Bruce Gitelson

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, P.O. BOX 204, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Our phone number is 718-324-0334 or 646-345-6707.

Sundays: Sunday School starts at 10:30 a.m. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Regular prayer meetings and Bible study will be held every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m.

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

All night services will be held online To join, please call 720-740-9746, Access Code: 8876631.

Focus:culties of His people, and He will rescue them from oppression.

(Exodus 6:6-7) “Wherefore, say unto the children of Israel, I am the Lord, and I will bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I will rid you out of their bondage, and I will redeem you with a stretched-out arm, and with great judgements. And I will take you to me for a people, and I will be to you a God: and ye shall know that I am the Lord your God, which bringeth you out from

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

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

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

Father Johnson will conduct worship service in-person at the church on May 28 at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference. The usual teleconference weekday prayers at noon will also continue. To participate by teleconference, please dial 1-425-4366344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

Upcoming Events

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women are having the following Fundraising Events:

• – Today, May 27, at the church in celebration of St. Joseph’s Day. Drawing takes place at noon and winners need not be present. Donation of $5 for a book of six tickets. Please contact Valrie Payne at 1-347-200-5850. First prize $300, second prize $150 and third prize $75.

under the burdens of the Egyptians.”

While leading bleating sheep along the backside of the desert, and after arriving at Mount Horeb, Moses witnessed an amazing sight, a burning bush that was bush commanding him to remove his sandals for he was standing on holy ground. There, God revealed himself to Moses and gave him the command to go and tell Pharaoh to let my people go. The Hebrew children had been reduced to slavery in a foreign nation. A loving compassionate God delivered them by raising up a miracle man in Moses. God providentially rescued Moses from certain death as an infant, allowed him to be raised in the Egyptians palace where he received proper nursing care and later received education. However, Moses had to leave Egypt and spend several years in the wilderness caring for his father in law’s sheep. Then, God called him and prepared him with a miraculous ministry, (Exodus 6:13) “And the Lord spoke unto Moses and unto Aaron and gave them a charge unto the children of Israel, and unto Pharaoh king of Egypt, to bring the children of Israel out the land of Egypt.”

(Exodus 6:30) “And Moses said before the Lord,

Circle of Christ Church

147 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475 (lower level).

If Not Now, When?

Too many of us are putting off doing necessary and appropriate things for our spiritual, mental, and physical well-being. We say, “I will do it tomorrow. But one day, there will be no more tomorrows. When will you take responsibility for yourself?

Exodus 8:8 Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Pray to the Lord to take the frogs away from me and my people, and I will let your people go to 9 Moses said to Pharaoh, “I leave to you the honor that you and your houses may be rid of the frogs, except for those that remain in the Nile.” 10 “Tomorrow,” Pharaoh said.

Even though he was suffering and so were the Egyptians, Pharaoh opted to let another day pass, although he was given the opportunity for instant relief. In the same way, we often know how to improve our lives yet become hardhearted and suffer needlessly.

Hebrews 3:12 See to it, brothers, and sisters, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God. 13 Encourage one another daily, as long as it is called “Today,” so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness. 19 So we see that they were not able to enter because of their unbelief.

Our unbelief in God’s ability to take us beyond our present circumstances weakens us into a low level of mediocrity, and we become comfortable within

it.

• Winery bus trip to Pindar Vineyards & Tanger Outlets – On June 24. Trip includes wine tasting, sit-down luncheon at the Cooperage Inn, and shopping at the Tanger Outlets with discount coupon booklets. $140 per person: $50 holds your seat, $90 balance due by June 1. No refund after May 31. For more information, telephone 718-3200844 and leave a message or contact Sheila Russell, 718-379-2654. The bus departs from Dreiser Loop promptly at 8:45 a.m.

Please be on time.

Grace and Peace!

––Merville Chambers

Behold, I am of uncircumcised lips, and how shall Pharaoh hearken unto me?”

God sent Moses to Pharaoh to secure the release of the Israelite slaves, obstinately refusing to comply with Moses’s request, Pharaoh saw his kingdom ruined around him by God’s judgments. After ordered the Hebrews to leave. However, he pursued them, and his army was destroyed in the red sea. Today, God still hears our cry for help, and He knows our emotional and physical pain.

––Rev.

R. Sibblies

lies not in setting our aim too high and falling short; but in setting our aim too low and achieving our mark.”

What is the solution? Joshua 24:14 Now fear the Lord and serve him with faithfulness. Throw away the gods your ancestors worshiped beyond the Euphrates River and Egypt and serve the Lord.

We must submit, succumb, and surrender to God. Then forsake idols of sex,

Sunday: Spanish, 9 a.m., & English Service, 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Bible Study on YouTube Live, 7-8:30 p.m.

Thursday: Nonperishable foods distribution: from 12-2 p.m. Prayer from 10-11:30 a.m. & Prayer Group/Bible Study, 6:30-8 p.m.

Friday: In-person Spanish Bible Study from 12-2 p.m. Youth Service (Operation Grace), 6:30-9 p.m.

Saturday Women’s Fellowship, every second Sat. of the month, 12 p.m.-3 p.m. Young Adults, every third Saturday of the month, 12-3 p.m. Men’s Fellowship, every fourth Sat. of the month Couples Fellowship, dates will be announced during services

¡TGIF! ¡Thank God It’s Friday! Hosted by Children’s Church

Every other Friday from 3:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m., ages 5-12

Blessings in Christ, Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

MetroCard Bus

The bus only makes one stop in Co-op City: For more MetroCard information, please visit new.mta.info/fares.