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Extended voting period ends in 2021 Board election Election results to be certified June 9

By ROZAAN BOONE The extended voting period in the 2021 Riverbay Board of Directors election ended yesterday, Friday, June 4, having finally surpassed the 4,998 ballots needed to make this year’s quorum. As of press time yesterday, YesElections reported that 5,067 ballots had been (Continued on page 9)

HCR approves parking & storage fee increases New rates effective July 1, 2021

By TORIEA McCAUSELAND NYS HCR has approved Riverbay’s application for increases in parking and storage fees included in the proposed Riverbay Corporation Budgets for fiscal years 2021/2022 and 2022/2023. The proposals increase garage rates by 10%, hall closet rentals by 40%, and basement storage rates by 25%, and will be implemented on July 1, 2021. A 10% increase in garage parking, depending on space description, raises the cost by $1.10 to $10.40 per month. Transient parking goes up by .80 to $4.00 depending on time period. Forty percent increase in hall closet rentals raises the monthly charge between $3.84 to $10.40, and 25% increase in basement closet storage rentals increase the monthly cost between $10.25 and $17.75. The Riverbay Board passed Resolution #21-08 for the proposed budgets at its April 5, 2021 business meeting by a vote of 9-4, with one abstention approving the parking and storage increases as well as a 2% increase in carrying charges effective January 1, 2022. The increases in the parking and storage fees are earmarked for capital projects and will help to keep carrying charge increase to a minimal 2% effective next year, pending HCR approval. (See HCR letter dated May 26, 2021 on page 1.)

Co-op City households that meet criteria advised to apply for NYS Rental Assistance Program pending HCR determination By ROZAAN BOONE

Co-op City homeowners who meet eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply for the New York State Rental Assistance Program which began accepting applications on Tuesday, June 1, 2021 even though the program is currently only open to those who pay “rent,” including Mitchell-Lama rentals. Management has asked the state Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), Co-op City’s state supervisory agency, for guidance since shareholders pay “carrying charges” and not “rent.” The agency is conducting a review of the program and has not yet made a determination, however, a handful (Continued on page 10)

Have you downloaded your Digital Vaccine Passport?

By BRANDON ORTIZ There is an alternative to carrying physical proof of COVID-19 vaccination and more than a million New Yorkers have already taken advantage of the option. Individuals who have been fully vaccinated or have had a negative COVID-19 test result can download New York State’s Excelsior Pass. The pass is a free and safe way to present proof of vaccination or test result digitally. Here are some quick facts about the pass and its purposes: • All data is kept confidential and secure. • Currently, passes are only available for those who have received their • • • COVID-19 vaccination or PCR/Antigen tests in New York. • An Excelsior COVID-19 Vaccination Pass is available 15 days after the final dose of the vaccine was administered and is valid for 365 days. (Continued on page 10)

New York Primaries on June 22 Mayoral Candidates on Ballot By TORIEA McCAUSELAND As New York City continues to recover a year after the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic, civil unrest, and racial injustices, voting in this year’s primaries is more critical now than ever. Election Day is on Tuesday, June 22, for New York primaries, with early voting beginning on Saturday, June 12-Sunday June 20, 2021. City-wide Mayoral Primary: Who’s on the Ballot? Thirteen Democratic candidates are on the ballot for New York City’s mayoral primary election. Currently, eight top contenders – Eric Adams, Shaun Donovan, Kathryn Garcia, Ray McGuire, Dianne Morales, Scott Stringer, Maya Wiley, and Andrew Yang – are front runners for New York City mayor. All candidates have primarily focused on policing, racial inequalities, COVID-19, education, and so much more. More important Bronx and city-wide primary election races include: Bronx Borough President • Fernando Cabrera (D) • Nathalia Fernandez (D) • Luis R. Sepulveda (D) • Sammy Ravelo (D) • Vanessa L. Gibson (D) Public Advocate • Anthony L. Herbert (D) • Theo Bruce Chino Tavarez • Jumaane D. Williams City Comptroller • Michelle Caruso-Cabrera

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Congratulations, Hailey! Congratulations to our granddaughter, Hailey Adele Davisberg, who graduated on May 8th, 2021 from the University of Tampa. Hailey majored in Cyber Security. We are so proud of you. The future is yours to conquer. With all of our love, –– Grandma and Grandpa, Liz and Carlos Pelaez; Mom and Dad; sister, Paige; brother, Bryce

Meet baby Noah!

At just 6 months old, he is a beautiful bundle of smiles and curious glances. However, shortly after birth, he was diagnosed with a rare, life-threatening immunodeficiency disease (WAS). Patients with WAS often suffer from a reduced number of platelets, which are small and dysfunctional, and causing them to bleed easily, even without injury. To be cured, Noah needs a stem cell donation from an unrelated donor. He is multiracial which makes finding that donor more difficult since the registry is not diverse enough to help the thousands in search of their match. In the meantime, countless blood and platelet transfusions often give these patients a fighting chance. Please donate blood and join the Be The Match registry. Joining is easy and requires a simple cheek swab.

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Repair work to address an underground High Temp Hot Water (HTHW) leak at the Cooper Place location (Zone 2) is scheduled for Monday, June 7. Hot water service to Zone 2 will therefore be affected. Zone 2 encompasses Buildings 8-14, 21-25, Broun, Debs and Cooper Place townhouses and the Dreiser Center. Power Plant workers will shut down hot water at 5:00 a.m. on Monday, but residents and commercial tenants may not notice the hot water loss until around 9:00 a.m. Work is anticipated to be completed at about 7:00 p.m. on Monday night. Please note that only hot water service will be affected. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. ––Riverbay Management

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Deepest Sympathy With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ms. Deborah Harris, former Coop City Times Editorial Assistant and classified advertising representative, on Thursday, June 3, 2021. Ms. Harris was 70 years old. She was a long-term employee of the Riverbay Corporation and was assigned to several other departments before coming to the Co-op City Times where she worked for more than 10 years before her retirement and relocation to North Carolina. Ms. Harris is survived by her devoted daughter, Adrienne; granddaughters Amaya Thompson and Amani Williams who she adored to no end; other relatives and a host of friends who will miss her sorely. We extend our deepest condolences and love to her family and ask that you join us in keeping her loved ones in your prayers. Rest in Peace, Deb.

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NYC public schools return to fully in-person instruction this fall By BRANDON ORTIZ

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced last week what many parents across the city have been hoping to hear since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Remote learning will no longer be an option for New York City public school students next fall as city schools prepare for a full return to in-person instruction. “New York City public schools, one million kids, will be back in their classroom in September, all in-person, no remote,” Mayor de Blasio said during an appearance on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” last Monday. Safety and health will still continue to dictate the exact layouts of indoor spaces next fall, according to Mayor de Blasio. “Taking the health and safety measures from around the world that we saw worked in schools. Kids had masks on in all our schools the whole time, lots of cleaning, lots of ventilation. We layered all these approaches and it worked really powerfully,” he added. The Mayor also acknowledged that while current CDC guidelines require at least three feet of space between students, those guidelines might become more relaxed as the city’s effort to vaccinate everyone continues to ramp up. “I think the CDC will be changing those rules quite a bit between now and September,” the mayor said. Chancellor of New York City’s Department of Education, Meisha Porter, also echoed the Mayor’s optimism and emphasis on safety in a letter to parents. In her message, Chancellor Porter reminded families that the city’s schools will continue diligently sanitizing spaces and monitoring for possible COVID-19 infections in students and staff. More specifically, the Schools Chancellor reminded parents in her letter that the following guidelines would remain in place: • Masks and face coverings will be a requirement in all school buildings. • Individuals with COVID-19 symptoms will be required to stay at home. • Students, teachers and staff will need to complete the daily health screener at home before arriving at their respective school buildings. • Every school building will still have a nurse staffed. • Every classroom will have working ventilation systems. • On-site COVID-19 diagnostic testing will still occur in school buildings. • The Situation Room will support schools with guidance on the handling of any potential positive cases. A complete return to in-person instruction next September might be the first

time in over a year that some students will be back in classrooms. Adjustments will have to be made for a lot of students, but the city’s public schools are prepared to support them, Chancellor Porter said. “We promise to do everything we can to welcome your children back and provide the support needed to ensure a positive homecoming. We’ve already made investments to hire more teachers and social workers, and will have academic and social-emotional learning programs available to support our students,” Chancellor Porter stated in her letter to families. Parents interested in seeing how their child’s school is handling safety precautions will have an opportunity to tour their school, according to the NYCDOE. Beginning this month, the city’s schools will host open houses for families. Schools will be in contact with parents in the coming weeks as they figure out their open house scheduling. Additionally, in her letter, Chancellor Porter encouraged parents to sign up their child and take advantage of the NYCDOE’s Summer Rising program, which takes place from July through August. This program is available to all students, including those with disabilities, in K-8 as well as high school. Summer Rising aims to integrate DOE academics with the Department of Youth & Community Development’s (DYCD) schoolbased enrichment programming in order to bring students an educational and memorable experience. More specifically, the K-8 section of the program aims to “provide a bridge to next school year and allow students to reconnect with one another and with their schools,” as well as “address unfinished learning,” the NYCDOE website states. Some activities for the K-8 program include: field trips to parks, pools, arts and outdoor recreation. The Summer Rising program for high school provides students an opportunity for them to make up any previously failed courses, complete courses in progress and participate in academic acceleration, according to the NYCDOE website. Each city public high school is expected to design programs that fit the needs of their respective school communities based on student feedback, which means some programs may be in-person or remote depending on the specific needs of the demographic. Sign up for Summer Rising can be done online at discoverdycd.dycdconnect. nyc/home. Parents looking for more general information about the Summer Rising program can visit online at schools.nyc.gov/enrollment/summer.

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NYC Election • Zach Iscol • Terri Liftin • Alex Pan • Brad Lander • Corey D. Johnson • Reshma Patel • David I. Weprin • Brian A. Benjamin • Kevin S. Parker City Council District 12 • Pamela A. Hamilton-Johnson (D) • Shanequa Moore (D) • Kevin Riley (D) Member of the 82nd Assembly District

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Voters will have to choose 12 out of 22 candidates on the list for District 82 Assembly, including the incumbent Assemblyman Michael Benedetto. Consult your ballot for the lengthy list of candidates in this race including a number of Co-op City shareholders. NYC will participate in Ranked Choice Voting for the first time where voters can choose up to five candidates in order of preference. According to Vote.nyc, “If a candidate receives more than 50% of 1st-choice votes, they are the winner. If no candidate earns more than 50% of 1st-choice votes, then counting will continue in rounds. At the end of each round, the candidate with the fewest votes will be eliminated.” Residents who vote in person should practice social distancing and wear a face mask while casting their election responses. Like last year, due to COVID-19, all New York City citizens who are “affected by COVID-19 and/or the potential of contracting the virus,” are encouraged to stay home and consider filling out an absentee ballot, especially if they cannot get to a polling location on Election Day. According to the Board of Elections, all registered and eligible voters at risk, are encouraged to check the box “Temporary Illness” when applying for an absentee ballot for the June 22 elections. The site says, “The definition has been temporarily expanded to include “a risk of contracting or spreading a disease” such as COVID-19.” All completed Primary absentee ballot applications must be submitted by June 7, 2021. Voters can apply for an absentee ballot online, phone, email, fax, and mail. Applications are avail-

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able in English, as well as several additional languages. To apply for a ballot by phone, call 1-866-868-3692, or visit nycabsentee.com. For more information about absentee voting, please visit https://vote.nyc/page/absentee-voting. Early voting begins June 12 to June 20; please see page X for daily Early Voting schedule in room 31 of the Bartow Center. On Election Day, Tuesday, June 22, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Cooperators new to the community and/or unsure of their polling place, can log onto https:// nyc.pollsitelocator.com/search and plug your building address into the poll site location, or call the Bronx office of New York City Board of Elections at 718-299-9017. Absentee ballots must be postmarked or brought in person to the Board of Elections by June 22.

Early Voting in Primary Elections June 22 Primary Elections – Early Voting starts Friday, June 12 – Sunday, June 20. Early Voting for all Co-op City residents will be in room 31 of the Bartow Center. Schedule: Saturday, June 12, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, June 13, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday, June 14, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 15, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 16, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Thursday, June 17, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Friday, June 18, 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday, June 19, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sun, June 20, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (last day) Voters will be using Ranked Choice Voting Poll workers will assist, if necessary. Bring Fastpass which received in mail, and if not, give name and poll workers will look up.

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CCPD offers robbery prevention tips Public Safety Report

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

The Covid-19 pandemic has affected crime statistics worldwide in unpredictable ways. New York City has seen an increase in certain types of crimes. This week’s article will address the topic of robbery and other crimes against the person. This article will provide information, which will help make you aware of these types of crimes and ways to help reduce your chances of becoming a victim. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety received reports of attempted robberies, which took place on the outer perimeter streets of Co-op City. Auto crimes on the perimeter streets have also shown a recent increase. Based on this information, it may be safer for cooperators to utilize interior walkways for exercise and leisure activities. Walking, running or bike riding is always safer with a friend or family member. Parking vehicles in Co-op City’s garages has also shown to decrease the risk of being the victim of an auto crime. Cooperators need to be alert for crimes, which post a threat of physical violence especially if a weapon is involved. Robberies pose the risk of a victim sustaining injury because they involve property being taken by force from your person. By following these tips, you may be able to avoid becoming a victim or minimize injury if you do become a victim of a robbery.

For more information about crime prevention, contact the National Crime Prevention Council at 1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 13th floor,

Washington, DC 20036, (202) 466-6272, or on their website, www.ncpc.org. There are crime-proofing activities for kids of various ages and crime prevention ideas for adults. Pickpocketing is a crime that usually tends to increase during the holiday season but can pop up at any time. The pickpocket is a criminal who would like to have his crime go undetected. Pickpockets often practice their skills and take pride in their ability to remove your property unnoticed. This can be disconcerting as they may be able to attempt to use credit and debit cards before you detect that your property is gone. Pickpockets may work alone but are more frequently working in groups or packs. One may serve as a lookout, while another serves as a decoy and a third grabs your property. While shopping in crowded stores, be alert to any person who jostles into you or enters your personal space/comfort zone. Pickpocket teams can often include one or more women. Be aware of someone faking an injury or creating some other type of distraction. Always keep your guard up in crowded situations. Maintaining social distance has an added safety bonus. Be alert to any persons loitering near banks or cash machines. Be alert to persons who appear to follow you from a bank or cash machine. Avoid using cash machines at night. If you must use a cash machine at night, choose a welllit location, in a familiar area. Also use caution when using a drive up cash machine, lock your car doors. Consider doing banking errands with a friend or family member. Before you enter your building, apartment or vehicle, be sure no one is lurking about. Be sure your apartment door is locked at all times whether you are in or out of your apartment. The same holds true for Co-op City’s townhouse apartments. Make certain the front and rear door of your townhouse remain locked at all times. If someone suspicious is observed near your apartment, townhouse or vehicle, do not enter, call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Do not permit strangers to enter your building behind you. Not holding the door may seem rude but can keep a person with criminal intent from entering your building. To minimize the impact of crimes involving theft of property from your person, keep your keys, money, identification and cell phone in your front pocket, separate from your non-valuables. Also consider an inside the clothing travel type wallet for your personal items and valuables. A pocket with a zipper or button is ideal for this purpose. Remember, property can always be replaced; your safety is the most import-

Public Safety Blotter May 23, 2021 – May 29, 2021

05/25/2021 - R/O 120 Benchley Place A male was approached by four males who demanded he give them all his money. The males dropped his keys and fled the area, he was not harmed. CCPD was able to recover and return the keys. 05/27/20210 – 120 Casals Place A small fire erupted when it was apparently sparked by a water leak onto an electrical circuit. The damage was minor and there were no injuries. ant thing. If someone does try to rob you despite your precautions, do not resist, especially if the person has a weapon of any type. Try to remember as many details of the crime as well as a description of the perpetrator. Notify police immediately if you have been the victim of a crime. Always remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious persons in the garage or lurking near parked vehicles on the street, an auto crime could be taking place, an auto crime could be ready to happen, notify the authorities. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. We also give a special shout-out to those persons who call up and share information about their experiences. Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Do not forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Maintain social distancing and follow the current recommendations from New York City Board of Health and the CDC. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. Both New York State and the CDC announced changes to the mask wearing mandates. Unvaccinated persons are still required to wear masks in most situations, especially indoors and in crowded areas. Vaccinated persons are still required to wear masks in certain situations. Check the NYS Health website and the CDC website for the latest updates. Contact your doctor and see if a Covid-19 vaccination is right for you. When in doubt, wear a mask especially indoors when social distancing is not possible. Do not forget about hand washing, the use of hand sanitizer and not touching your face. Good health practices are always good at preventing illness of all types.

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Co-op City Times / June 5, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Mary Pearson, Secretary

Getting all our ducks in a row

The trade-off. Looks like Mayor de Blasio’s promise of placing an animal shelter in every borough will come to be by 2025: the inevitable was delayed by Covid-19 by a year. The many agreed-upon concessions granted in exchange for acquiescing to the proposal back in 2018 have met with even greater delays. The deal was, Co-op City would stop fighting the animal shelter project – tooth and nail – for free JASA breakfasts, “killer curve” esthetic and safety improvements, a Beacon Program for our youth, millions for the transformation of the old Bingo Hall into a community cultural center, and many other items included in the let’s-make-a-deal Memorandum of Understanding. [That MoU is detailed in a Co-op City Times 11/10/18 cover story which can be found online at issuu.com/cctimes.] What we’ve seen accomplished so far? A turn signal at a particularly frustrating intersection at Connor Street and Boston Post Road. Last week’s CCTimes’ front page contained some concerning coverage of the newly renamed Animal Care Center. Words like returning rehabilitated animals “back to the community” and “adoption” were quoted. Riverbay’s Occupancy Agreement prohibits pets. However, as the law requires, Riverbay provides, on a case by case documented basis, exceptions to the Occupancy Agreement as a reasonable accommodation to our disabled neighbors. Those in charge of this project need to be reminded of that. They also need reminding that 1000 square feet on the first floor of the new building is to be reserved for the community to use in any way we see fit. That, too, was in the MoU. We must make sure to communicate these concerns and reminders to Community Board 10 before their June 17 meeting. Metro North Station location. At the railroad station meeting in Bartow in 2019, insistent young presenters were adamant that the chosen location

was perfect, just perfect. It was oh too reminiscent of the Fast Forward snow job we’d recently gotten. At that bus meeting, we were practically told: Do you really want all those pesky buses cluttering your streets? Just buy a pair of hiking boots. But I digress. The train station planners saw no reason to not put the station on the Co-op City side of the tracks about half a block from Garage 8. Traffic? What traffic? Section 5 would become a parking lot what with all the commuter drop offs from outside of Co-op City plus travelers from Sections 1 through 4. No big deal, the demonstrators said, we’ll just make Erskine Place a one-way street. Their plan was on paper, and so, set in stone. Who ya gonna call? Naturally, we complained to Assemblyman Benedetto. He had his own idea of where to place the station entrance and drop off area: on the northbound side of the tracks, the side heading toward Connecticut. Whichever side the station is on, train passengers will need to use one side going in one direction and the other side going in the other. The station must be placed where it will do the least harm. If you have computer access to Google maps, look just southeast of where I-95 crosses Erskine. There’s a service vehicle road encircling a patch of trees. That’s where the station must be placed. That little road is reachable by heading west on Pelham Parkway from City Island/Orchard Beach or from the Pelham Parkway east turnaround. But permits must be obtained. Is Assemblyman Benedetto on top of it? As Director Saunders reminds us, we need to make plans if we don’t want to encounter any unexpected and unpleasant surprises down the road. The station will surely be a benefit to our residents, and if situated properly, will not become a disaster for Section 5. We need to get all our ducks in a row and all in the same row. Co-op City citizens are incredibly pro-active but we need to come together – activ-

ists, Board members, Management, elected officials. We need to present a united front and follow through on oh so many issues, like… Vaccines for 12-year olds +. Again, a shout out to Assemblyman Michael Benedetto as well as to Councilman Kevin Riley and Senator Jamaal Bailey–our kids need a Covid-19 vaccine so Dreiser needs Pfizer. Please make it happen ASAP. Early Voting/Election Day Voting. For now, just remember the Bartow room 31 Early Voting poll site is open every day from next Saturday, June 12, to Sunday, June 20, from at least 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Some days start earlier, some end later.) For more specifics, check these pages next week or go to find my poll site nyc. To know where to go to vote on Election Day, June 22, check your Election mailer (your newly corrected mailer for some), go to find my poll site nyc, or look for the (coming soon) sign in your lobby. You could also go to Vote NYC or call 866-VOTE-NYC (866 868- 3693) for all kinds of voting information. The Board of Election (BOE) has fixed some website mistakes but managed to make a new problem for mobility-challenged people who Early Vote here but live outside of Co-op City. The thing is, the entrance way to Bartow 31, on the lower level, is indicated as accessible. However you must enter through the sliding doors near the management office. We’ll need better directions, actual and virtual. I’m sure all will be sorted out and correct signage put in place before early voting starts on June 12. We’ve got plenty of time. Today’s only June 5. Eeek! Shredding. Did you see there’s a free Section 4 Greenway shredding event this Thursday, June 10, rain or shine, starting at 3:30 p.m.? Thank you, Community Board 10 (and us). Perfect timing. Right after tax time. I can be reached by voice or text at 718-219-2211 or by email at mpearson@riverbayboard.com.

Riverbay Corporation Summer Intern positions Open to Co-op City youth, ages 16 to 22

Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 11th, 2021.

Applicants will have their names placed in a random drawing to be held on Monday, June 14th and notifications will be made by June 16th. All applicants will need to submit a current resume with email address and phone number for notification purposes. Send this information to summerinterns2021@riverbaycorp.com and note SUMMER INTERN in the subject line. POSITIONS ARE LIMITED! Rate of Pay: $15 per hour Period of Assignment: July 6th – August 20, 2021 Weekly Work Schedule: Monday-Friday/40-hour work week Only Co-op City residents are eligible for consideration.

All work performed outdoors – rain/shine. PPE provided, as needed. All safety protocols must be adhered to. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., stoop, bend & stand for extended periods.

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Parents – Remember to accept your child's Pre-K offer today By BRANDON ORTIZ The next generation of New Yorkers begin their academic journey this month as parents across the city can now view their child’s Pre-K offers. Pre-K offers are available until June 25, according to the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE). After receiving an offer, parents still have the option to remain on a waitlist for additional programs they might be interested in. However, the NYCDOE advises parents to accept their initial offers in order to secure a spot for their child. As a reminder, all New York City families with four-year old children, which includes families who may have relocated during the COVID-19 pandemic, are eligible for a seat in a pre-k program. There are enough Pre-K spots to accommodate every eligible child in New York City, according to the NYCDOE. Parents should also know that their child does not need to be toilet trained in order to attend a Pre-K program. Pre-K programs and offers can be explored using a MySchools account, which parents can access online at myschools.nyc. Three different settings exist for Pre-K programs in the city. First are Pre-K programs which are run by NYC Early Education Centers (NYCEEC), which are community-based organizations that partner with the NYCDOE. Some of these programs offer up to 10 hours of Pre-K programming year-round for certain families who qualify. NYCEEC pre-k programs are recommended for families who currently have another child attending the program or if the family receives social services from the organization that runs the early education center. Second, some elementary schools offer pre-k programs as well. District school Pre-K programs are recommended for families who may have an older sibling already enrolled at the same school or who want their child to be in an elementary school setting. Additionally, students enrolled at a district school Pre-K program have priority for a kindergarten spot at that respective school, according to the NYCDOE. Lastly, the NYCDOE runs their own Pre-K centers across the city, which focus on the grades before kindergarten. These programs make sense for families who have their child already enrolled at the center’s 3-K program or who want their child to be around only other young children. Pre-K programs are able to accommodate all students, which includes those with disabilities, according to the NYCDOE. Some Pre-K programs even offer dual language programs where students are taught English and an additional language. Parents who did not have a chance to submit their child’s application before the deadline passed earlier this year can still add their child to program waitlists by going online to their MySchools account. Any questions about creating a MySchools account, available Pre-K offers, waitlists and Pre-K programs can be answered by calling 718-935-2009 or emailing ESEnrollment@schools.nyc.gov.

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Board Election received by the independent election vendor. Ballots postmarked on June 4, 2021 will continue to be received by YesElections during the coming days and will be added to the total election count up to Wednesday, June 9, when the extended election period comes to an end. According to the extended voting schedule approved by the election committee, at 7 p.m. on June 9, the committee will review and certify the final count of the ballots in room 31 of the Bartow Center, and the official results will be publicly posted electronically by 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 10. Posting will be on the Riverbay Crawler, channel 591 (Optimum) and channel 12 (MATV). The official results will also be in next Saturday’s Co-op City Times, June 12, 2021. The deadline for electronic challenges to be filed against the election results is 5 p.m. on Friday, June 11. The top five elected Board members will be sworn in on Wednesday, June 16, at 7 p.m. in room 31 of the Bartow Center, and begin serving their three-year terms. At that time, the Board will also elect its 20212022 officers. This year’s quorum was not realized at the conclusion of the original voting period on Friday, May 21. The election was, therefore, extended by two weeks to

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Friday, June 4. The election committee worked diligently during this period to encourage shareholders who received an election ballot but did not vote by the May 21 deadline to do so. In addition to notices in the Co-op Times and postings around the community, there were also daily Robocalls to remind eligible shareholders to vote, and an additional voting incentive. This year, shareholders voted to fill five open seats on the Riverbay Board as the terms of Riverbay Board President Linda Berk, and Directors Daryl Johnson, Kevin Lambright, Leslie Peterson and Leah Richardson, are expiring. Ms. Berk did not seek reelection. Although 12 candidates were initially certified, one has since withdrawn from the race. The eleven remaining candidates are: Monique Coleman, Sheila Richburg, Leah Richardson, Akeisha Neely, Isabel Fletcher, Regina Hamilton, Kevin Lambright, Daryl Johnson, Anika Green-Watson, Aminah Lucio and Leslie Peterson. In addition to Directors Jones and Marbury, the 2021 Election Committee is made up of shareholders John Gale, Denise Gerrald, Sandy Krasnove, Marita Taylor and Joyce Wilson.

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of shareholders have reported to the Riverbay Finance department that they have been able to successfully submit an application to the program. Whether the applications will be processed remains to be seen, however, shareholders who qualify are advised to submit an application to avoid delays in processing their application and before funds are depleted, should HCR determine Mitchell-Lama co-op owners are also eligible. “I am very happy to see that the New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program is finally open for applications,” said Peter Merola, Riverbay Director of Finance. “For the past year, many of our shareholders have suffered great hardship, and this program will enable them to cover any arrears that are owed. While our New York State supervising agency has not given us any guidance as to Co-op City shareholder’s eligibility (since it is a co-op and not a rental), I still encourage all shareholders who were affected by the pandemic to apply for assistance.” The New York State Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) is administered by the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA). To be eligible, applicants must meet all of the following criteria: • Household gross income must be at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). These income limits differ by county and household size. A household may qualify based on current income or calendar year 2020 income that is at or below 80% AMI. According to data at the OTDA website, derived from HUD, income limits for low-income and middle-income families in the Bronx earning at 80% of the Area Median Income, are: for households of 1: $66,850; households of 2 people: $76,400; 3 people: $85,950; 4 people: $95,450; 5 people: $103,100. (See chart at ERAP website, https://otda.ny.gov/ERAP for more). • On or after March 13, 2020, a member of the household received unemployment benefits or experienced a reduction in income, incurred significant costs or experienced financial hardship, directly or indirectly, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. • The applicant is obligated to pay rent at their primary residence and has rental arrears (rent overdue) at their current residence for rent owed on or after March 13, 2020. • The household must be at risk of experiencing homelessness or housing instability, which can be demonstrated by having rental arrears owed on or after March 13, 2020. There are no immigration status requirements to qualify for the program, according to the ERAP criteria. For the first 30 days of the ERAP program, priority is being given to: 1. Households with income at or below 50 percent of the Area Median Income (AMI) that also include a household member who: o Is currently unemployed for at least 90 days; or o Is a veteran; or o Is currently experiencing domestic violence or is a survivor of human trafficking; or o Has an eviction case related to their current residence pending in court; or o Resides in a mobile home; or o Lives in a community that was disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, such as Co-op City (You may check your zip code at https://www1.nyc.gov/site/ doh/covid/covid-19-data-neighborhoods.page, or at the link provided at the ERAP

website); or o Lives in a dwelling of 20 or fewer units. 2. Households with income at or below 50 percent AMI. 3. Households with income at or below 80 percent AMI that also include a household member who: o Is currently unemployed for at least 90 days; or o Is a veteran; or o Is currently experiencing domestic violence or is a survivor of human trafficking; or o Has an eviction case related to their current residence pending in court; or o Resides in a mobile home; or o Lives in a community that was disproportionately impacted by COVID-19 (Check your ZIP Code); or o Lives in a dwelling of 20 or fewer units. 4. Households with income at or below 80 percent AMI. After the first 30 days of the program, applications for all eligible households will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis, as long as funds remain available. Those who qualify for the ERAP program may receive up to 12 months of rental arrears payments for rents accrued on or after March 13, 2020, and up to three months of additional rental assistance if the household is expected to spend 30% or more of their gross monthly income to pay for rent. Payments are made directly to the landlord/property owner on behalf of the applicant, and the applicant will be notified of the amount paid to their landlord/ property manager. There is also a portal on the site for landlords/property owners to complete their portion of the application on behalf of applicants from their respective properties. To complete the application, applicants need to provide personal identification for all members of their households; Social Security numbers (although a lawful immigration status is not required for qualification); proof of rental amount (in Co-op City homeowners’ case, this will be their monthly maintenance charges), a signed lease or landlord/property owner attestation that the applicant does indeed live at the address; proof of residency and occupancy; proof of income to document income eligibility, such as documents showing monthly income OR documents showing yearly income for the year 2020, such as a W-2 or filed income tax return. Applicants are also asked to attest whether on or after March 13, 2020, a household member received unemployment benefits or a loss in household income occurred, if the household experienced significant costs or direct or indirect financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. When prompted for the landlord address, Co-op City homeowners should use NDolma@RiverbayCorp.com. On the other hand, landlords/property owners have to provide a completed W-9 tax form, executed lease for the applicant, documentation of rent due and banking information to receive direct payments once the application is processed. The NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance has set up a call center for those with questions about the Emergency Rental Assistance Program. It is available 7 days a week, from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 1-844-NY1-RENT or 1-844691-7378. For the hearing impaired, TTY phone number: 1-833-843-8829.

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• An Excelsior COVID-19 PCR Test Pass is valid for 72 hours. • An Excelsior COVID-19 Antigen Test Pass is valid for six hours from the time of test. • The Excelsior Pass can be printed for those who may not own smartphones. The duration that an Excelsior Vaccination Pass is valid can potentially change to reflect the latest federal and state health guidance, according to the official state press release. Notably, individuals still have the option of using other forms of proof, such as a CDC card or physical laboratory test results, directly at a business or venue. New York is the first state in the U.S. to adopt this digital form of proof and already has over 1,000,000 users, according to Governor Cuomo, who announced the milestone last week. The pass was introduced originally in March but has seen a surge of new users in recent weeks. New York State officially lifted its indoor capacity restrictions and adopted the latest CDC mask and social distancing guidelines on May 19. “After a long and incredibly difficult year, New Yorkers are finally returning to normal life and getting back to work amid rising vaccination rates, and the first-in-the-nation Excelsior Pass is a key part of that restoration of normalcy,” Governor Cuomo said during the press conference announcing 1,000,000 Excelsior Pass users. “The fact that we’ve so quickly achieved a milestone — more than 1 million passes issued — speaks to New Yorkers’ desire to resume many of the activities they’ve given up over the past year and is good news for bringing our economy back and building a stronger state for the future. New Yorkers are ready for the new normal, and the Excelsior Pass will help them get there until we can defeat this terrible pandemic for good.” Individuals interested in getting their Excelsior Pass can go online to epass. ny.gov. Additional information on the Excelsior Pass and how it works can be found online at covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/excelsior-pass. Various sport venues across New York currently use the Excelsior Pass, such as Madison Square Garden, the Barclays Center, Yankee Stadium and Citi Field, to name a few. Beginning this fall, numerous SUNY schools and even some private institutions such as Syracuse University will adopt the excelsior pass for their students and future on-campus events.

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Building 10 Association Greetings, fellow cooperators. New Cooperators – Welcome, all new cooperators. Summer Fun Day – Co-op City’s Section 2 Summer Fun Committee presents: A Good Ole Summer Tyme “Pop Up Picnic with a Twist! * Save the Date: Saturday, June 26. Time: 12 p.m.-6 p.m. (Rain date: June 27). This should be a well enjoyed and remembered family-fun-filled day! * Prize – Best decorated table! First 20 reserved and decorated tables wins voucher for: Cousin’s Maine Lobster which will be onsite day of event. (Cousin’s Maine Lobster free only to voucher winners). * Feel free to bring your own food & beverages or purchase meals from Cousin’s. Contest, games, prizes & Icee cart. Music provided by DJ Sid Nice – Plus, the multi-talented and internationally known “One Man Band – Crowd Pleaser,” Juan Ortega. For info. and table reservations, email: Cooper.townhouses@gmail.com. It’s gonna be “a family affair” not to be missed nor forgotten.” So, don’t wait, reserve your table now! NYC Primary Election – The NYC Primary Election will be held on June 22. You can vote early from June 12 - June 20. Find your polling place at: findmypollsite.vote.nyc. Or you can vote on June 22. Find your polling place at: findmypollsite.vote.nyc. If you See Something, Say Something – For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311. Questions, Comments and Suggestions – You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com. We are also on Face-

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NAACP Co-op City Branch 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. Memorial Day Commitment: Generations of Black people, wearing one of America’s uniforms, hoped their service and commitment would lead to real freedom and equality for them and their loved ones. Their hope has not yet been fully realized. It’s on us, who want a more just and equal nation, to keep pushing until it is! Be inspired by their extraordinary courage, and pledge to do what we can in our time to ensure that America lives up to the values they fought to defend. Fighting Forward, Derrick Johnson, President and CEO, NAACP 112th NAACP Virtual National Convention: July 7-14; Registration now open. Contact NAACP Co-op City Branch Secretary Brenda Brown at: naacpcoopbb@yahoo.com, if you are interested in attending before June 9th. Virtual Townhall: Men’s Health, June 10, RSVP @ NAACP.ORG. 67th Anniversary of Brown vs. Board of Education 100th Anniversary of Tulsa, Oklahoma Massacre 1921 (Black Wall Street), www.history.com The MTA is hosting a virtual public meeting, June 15, 2021 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Go to pennstation.info for instructions. Metro North: The MTA Metro-North Railroad Penn Station Access Project Environmental Assessment and Draft Section 4(f) Evaluation has been received for a 45-day public and agency review period. Comments must be received by July 3, 2021. To view Environmental Assessment, go to pennsttionaccess.info. Primary Election: Early Voting dates: Saturday, June 12 – Sunday, June 20, 2021. Primary Election Day: June 22. Candidates for primary election are: Mayor, Public Advocate, City Council, Comptroller and Borough President.

NOW is the time to educate yourself about the candidates representing our community. Be prepared and VOTE. Ranked-Choice Voting: For a good ballot, choose five candidates. More choices keep your votes in play (ranked). Winners need 51% to avoid runoff. Oops! Don’t forget to flip the ballot and read page 2. Petition Uniformed Police Reform: An end to the horrors of police brutality and a criminal justice system that fails to properly hold law enforcement officials accountable is long overdue. Join our call to end qualified immunity and collect data on police encounters that will provide transparency and safety for our communities.To sign the petition, go to: NAACP.ORG. To follow NAACP’s trending topics, go to: NAACP.ORG. To become a member or gift a membership, Adult: $30, Youth: 10, make check/money order payable to: NAACP Co-op City #2210 and mail to: N.A.A.C.P. Co-op City Einstein Station, P.O. Box 75-3111, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. We appreciate your continued support and if you would like to make a financial contribution in any amount, we thank you in advance for helping the NAACP advocate for a more just and equal America. ––Brenda Brown

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Building 19 Association Hello, Building 19 family. I hope you had a chance to enjoy the holiday weekend. The Association’s committee meeting that was supposed to be held on Tuesday, June 1, has been rescheduled for Monday, June 7, at 7:30 p.m. Our next general meeting will be on Friday, June 18, at 7 p.m. Both committee and general meetings will be virtual. The Zoom login information will be posted on a flier in the lobby near the elevator. So please look out for it. These two meetings will be the last ones before the Association goes on summer break for July and August. As always, continue to stay safe and I look forward to seeing you at our two last meetings this month. ––Leon Tulton

Building 22A & 22B Association Hope everyone enjoyed their Memorial Day weekend despite the weather. We’re starting a new month with new challenges. Most of America has had at least two vaccine shots and can now get back to living; please continue to encourage others to get their shots. Cooperators are still required to wear masks in the buildings. Father’s Day is this month. Start thinking about what to get the men in your life. Our outdoor activities will be starting soon, get your chairs ready. Continue to read the Co-op City Times for more important updates. Convector cleaning – Elderly or disabled shareholders who need assistance can contact Maintenance at 718 320-3300, option #2. Laundry Room Etiquette – Please continue to remove your clothes on time and pick up your dryer sheets off the floor. Compactor room – Please take all shipping cartons, boxes, etc. to the basement. Please report any building problems to Maintenance so our building is kept in good condition. Our prayers to all who lost loved ones. Check on the elderly, sick and shutins. Happy birthday to all. If you see something, say something. Thank you. ––Betty Leak

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Velocity Track Club On Sunday, May 23, Velocity Track Club competed in the Youth Challenge Series – Spring Fling Invitational at Icahn Stadium in New York. It was a great day! I am not sure what I enjoyed more, watching 18 of our athletes break their PR (Personal Record) or celebrating Athletes Cameron and Kaylin’s birthday after the meet. It was nice to see the athletes playing and enjoying themselves. Plus, to top it off with a plate of food, is always a winner! The following events were contested: 3000 meters run, 4x100, 400m, 100m, 800m, 200m, 80 & 100 meter hurdles, discus, javelin, triple jump, high jump, long jump and shot put. Velocity performed well, we had 19 athletes finish in the top 3! First place winners were: (7) Bryce, Xoan, Savannah M, Ryann (2x), Julian and Talia. Second Place (8) Bryce, Xoan, Brianna, Velocity Track Club at the USATF Dakota, Madison, Julian, Justice Youth Challenge Series! and Adeyemi. Third place (4) Brianna, Hannah, Saniah C, and Adeyemi. Great job to all athletes who competed, you’re all winners! The following athletes broke their Personal Record: Xoan (2 events), Shreya, Savannah M (2 events), Brianna (2 events), Shyenne, Hannah, Kamaris, Sania G, Cameron, Saggi, Justin, Julian, Talia, Candice, Justice, Romel, Ryann and Madison. Our next meets are on Sunday, June 6, AAU NY Metropolitan District Championship and Regional Qualifier @ Roy Wilkens Park in Jamaica, Queens, NY. On Saturday, June 12, & Sunday, June 13, USATF New York Championship @ Icahn Stadium in Manhattan, NY. Come out to see your future Olympians! Velocity Track Club New York is a 501(c)3 not-for profit. One hundred percent of your donation will go towards helping our children. Support our youth so they can continue to do great things! For additional information, please go to our website, Velocitytrack.org, or contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins, at 914-441-6196, or email me, WATCLT@AOL.COM. Thank you. ––Coach Winston Dinkins

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Welcome Back Party – Wednesday, June 16, in our club room 39 at 1 p.m., vaccinated members only. Cover dish. Bring your favorite dish. You don’t have to make enough for 40 people. Make what you can. Donation: $5, if you don’t bring food donation. Come and celebrate the return to our club room. Resorts Casino – Thursday, July 8, in Atlantic City, NJ. Price: $40, bonus $20 slot play. Waiting list only. Bus leaving from our three usual bus stops: 8 a.m., Einstein Loop in front of pizza shop, 8:10 a.m., Asch Loop by library and 8:20 a.m., Dreiser Loop in front of hardware store. Money due by Wednesday, June 30. Please make checks to Goose Island Seniors. Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1:15 p.m. Admission $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are $0.25 each, up to three cards. Refreshments available. Proof of vaccination and mask required. Temperature will be taken at entrance. We must be careful. Game Day – Every Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission: $1. Play Mahjong, cards, Dominos, Uno and more. Refreshments available. Members only. Proof of vaccination required. Become a member for $20 a year. 2022, 50th Anniversary plans – Monday, June 6, 2022, next year. Phase 1 – Dear members and friends, we cannot find a restaurant in City Island for dining and dancing. (We will try again in January). Trip to Villa Roma – Thursday, June 9, 2022, next year. Phase 2: Doo-Wop show, luncheon and a day of fun all for $92. A choice of entrées: roast loin of pork, chicken parmigiana over linguine or Flounder Francese, all served with chef’s choice starch and vegetables. A $20 refundable deposit, your choice of entrée and bus seat selection is required when signing up for trip. Must show proof of vaccination. For reservation, call: 347-847-1941. Make checks to Goose Island Seniors. To all members – Happy birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of June: Rosaura Cruz, Sandra Harville, Jennie Velez, Crystal Somersle, Donald Snyder, Valerie Santos, Cecil Kornreich. Ray Betancourt, Joan (Jackie) Ross, Sheila Mathis and Julia Rivera. Sick and Shut-in – Edna Trujillo is still recovering from a stroke. We cannot wait until she returns to bingo. Mary Pilla (former Goose Island president), misses you and sends her love to all. Mary is in the Paramount at Somers Nursing Center in Somers, NY. She would love to hear from you. You may call her at (718) 753-1816. Our club is at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475. The Section 5 Community Center, phone (718) 379-9613. We are open. You may call (mornings) Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; (evenings) Tues. & Thurs., 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Mon., Wed. and Fri., 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. You may also call or text Stephen’s cell at (347) 847-1941. Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net. ––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

Greetings, Retirees, I pray all are well, in the mercy of the Lord, as they are new every morning. Step out: …to our Mother’s and Fathers’ Day event, June 12 (Greenway), 1-3 p.m. Looking forward to celebrating with you. Poem: Mother and Father. We don’t need Father’s Day to say “I Love You” to our parents. Buying gifts on Mother’s Day is just another fad. Giving thanks to our parents each and every day is how we express our gratitude, for showing us the way and for who we are today. Condolences: Larry Stevens, we know that there isn’t anything we could say to take away the pain on the loss of your son. But please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. In addition, with deepest sympathy to the family of Doris Rowe, we extend our condolences. May she rest in peace. Prayers and love for all. Outings: Interested in future trips? Contact Dorothy. Room 19: Continues to be in the process and preparation for our grand re-opening. Again, thanks to all who have stepped out to assist. Good and Welfare: Contact Josephine Flowers at 718-320-0539 or 718708-6489. Help keep us in the loop. Dues: You are amazing! Thank you for your generosity. FYI: No cost, captioned telephone program for people with hearing loss under the title 1V of A.D.A. Contact Jamie Machotka, 202-277-8671; email: Jamie-machotka@oeius.org. Senior fitness: How much activity do older adults need? We should do at least 150 mins. (2 1/2 hrs.) at least 3/wk. Exercise should be moderate aerobic exercises, like brisk walking or fast dancing. You should also do musclestrengthening activities, like lifting weights or doing sit-ups at least 2 days/wk. Doing anything is better than nothing at all. Remember to always consult with your physician or healthcare professional before starting any exercise regime. Chaplain’s Corner: I recently visited Phyllis Wilkersen at Eastchester Rehab. Center; she’s in good spirits. Happy to receive flowers from us. Praise God, our sister and friend was open to prayer, anointing and I served her communion. Please keep her in prayer, she has many concerns. She sends her love to all. If interested in visiting, you will need to make an appointment and be vaccinated. Spread the word: NYC will pay youth $1,200 to take online courses this summer. Major Bill de Blasio recently announced NeON Summer, an initiative that will enroll 2,700 youth in six weeks of online instruction that will help build skills, focus career goals and express creativity. Application due Monday, June 15. Inspiration: Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about. Blessings, brethren. ––Gladys Baez

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Body in Motion (exercise class) 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (via Zoom or phone)

Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler Time: 10-11 a.m. Zoom: https://zoom.us/, 1-646-876-9923, Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173, Passcode: 855423

Arthritis Exercise class with Damion, every Tues., 11 a.m.12 p.m. Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/ Meeting ID: 982 8183 3325 Passcode: 582148 Call in: +1-929-205-6099

Wed., June 9

Zumba with Ola 1 p.m.-2 p.m., via Zoom or phone Bereavement Group, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387

Thu., June 10

Dreiser

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Health and Wellness 10 a.m.-11 a.m., via Zoom or phone

Fri., June 11

Einstein

Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387

Music Therapy, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Zoom call-in #: 1-646-876-9923 Meeting ID: 935-5178-1563 Passcode: 045708 Must call or email “Zumba w/Ola,” 1-2 p.m. to register: Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us 929-399-1387 Meeting ID: 992 3169 6108 Passcode: 503637 Call in: 1-929-205-6099 “Creative Hour with Sister Weight Management Support Grace,” 5:30-6:30 p.m. Group w/Gigi, 2nd Wed. of month, 1-2 p.m. Call: 929-299How to make Floral Ar1045, Code: 1386 rangements. Arts with Laura, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom and phone

Dial-in: 929-205-6099 Meeting code: 915 3777 954. Email Ann for Zoom link, amoncrieffe@jasa.org

Game Day – Every Wed., 1-2 p.m. w/Ms. Margaret Kempe and students (Pay it Forward Engineers) at Scarsdale HS. Virtual game day, different games each week incl. Smartphone/Tablets Bingo. Please call 718-320-1345 Zoom Meeting w/Ralph, 1 to register & receive Zoom info.

p.m.-2 p.m. https://zoom.us/. To register, please call the JASA office w/ your name, email address & phone number. Meeting ID: 2959552471 Passcode: 259554

Computer learning w/Ralph, Wed., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. To register, call JASA w/name, email & phone. Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/; Dial in: 929205-6609; Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040; Passcode: 259554

Arts with Laura 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (via Zoom and phone)

Health and Wellness Meditation w/Charles Tyler 10 a.m.-11 a.m. via Zoom or phone. Must call or email Time: 10 a.m.-11 a.m. to register: 929-399-1387 Zoom Meeting: https://zoom. Smartphone/Tablet Class us/j/94868805136 w/Ralph, 1-2 p.m. Call Main Arthritis Exercise Class w/ 1-646-876-9923 Office, 718-320-2066, to Damion every Thurs., 1-2 register. Please give your p.m. Zoom Meeting ID: 986 Meeting ID: 948 6880 5136 telephone # & email address 0021 6442, Passcode: 573762 Passcode: 770292

Stretch and Tone w/Ola, 12 p.m. via Zoom or phone. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387 (NORC) Aerobic Classes every Fri., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Zoom: https://zoom.us/ Meeting ID: 986 8235 8691 Passcode: 849150 Mobile: 929-205-6099

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Upcoming Events JASA Co-op City NORC Program invites you for the Upcoming Virtual Activities New Voting System presentation – Learn how to vote, questions: June 14 at 10 a.m., zoom.us. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 954 4992 8355, Passcode: 392643. Every Tues. Yoga Classes with Adira Polite – 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., zoom.us. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 984 0464 7097, Passcode: 952022. Every Wed., Arthritis Exercise/Dance Class w/Damion – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Zoom meeting: zoom.us. Dial-in number: 929-2056099, Meeting ID: 967 0893 1492, Passcode: 491268. Every Wed., Tai Chi classes w/Adira Polite – 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Zoom link: zoom.us. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 952 6744 7198, Passcode: 455576. Meditation Class GPC (Grandparents) – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Third Thursday of every month,https://bit.ly/35VESDV. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 991 1390 5105, Passcode: 170462. Digital Photography Class w/Eddie – Thurs. 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Learn how to not only take pictures but how to edit, enhance and digital print them by using your handheld devices. Zoom meeting: zoom.us. Dial-in number: 929205-6099, Meeting ID: 948 0295 9309, Passcode: 337875. Fri. Aerobics Class with Adira Polite – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., zoom.us. Dial-in number: 929205-6099, Meeting ID: 986 8235 8691, Passcode: 849150. Zumba Classes on Saturdays – 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Zoom meeting: zoom.us. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 929 2810 9097, Passcode: 374977. Bodies in Motion w/Ola – Sundays, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Zoom meeting: zoom.us. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 988 6710 0439, Passcode: 252733. JASA activities – If interested in knowing, we will email the information to you. Call 718320-2066 and give us your email address.

Concerts in Motion, 1-2 p.m. Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/ Dial in: 646-558-8656 Meeting ID: 829 0688 1632

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

Comedy Club 11 a.m. Zoom: https://zoom.us/, Meeting ID: 966 1175 1933, Passcode: 882965, by phone: 1-929-205-6099

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

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

AARP Chapter #4997 From President Mickens: The unofficial start of summer did not go as planned weather-wise, but with our new-found freedom, it was definitely better than 2020! Hope that it was enjoyable even if it was chilly and wet. COVID-19 is still alive in our world but we can see so much improvement that we might start to forget that it is real and a threat. In New York City, all schools will be open in September with no remote learning available so prepare our younger people. Vaccinations can be given to anyone 12 years and older so give that some thought. Masks are not mandatory outside and inside is still questionable. Follow the rules and be respectful of people’s feelings. Individual business owners have to make decisions based on their own opinions so adhere to the rules, even if they are different.

I would like to thank the Riverbay Administration for their strong effort to get a quorum for our Riverbay Board of Directors election. When we bought these residences, we became owners, not renters. The fact that we have not reached a quorum, again, says that we are not taking our home seriously. The election was extended to June 4 to receive enough votes. I am pleading with all national and Co-op City AARP members to vote and get us a working Board of Directors. We cannot forget about the Primary Election that is coming up in June. We are voting for a Mayor, Comptroller, Borough President, Council Members and other local officials. RCV (Ranked Choice Voting) is new to us and is confusing. Please contact the League of Women Voters and other political sources to learn as much as possible about the procedure so that when you

vote, it will not be denied. There will be a shredding event free on the Section 4 Greenway on June 10. You will be allowed to bring up to three plastic bags, 13 gallon or smaller, to shred. There is no appointment necessary and it will take place rain or shine. The time is from 3:30 p.m.-7 p.m. and is sponsored by the NYC Community Board 10. Now is the time to clear up your clutter and get out and talk to your neighbors. Our good and welfare contact, Mrs. Frances Wilson, shared with me that after our announcements last week, this week is much quieter for all members and families. As in the past, please continue to call Mrs. Wilson at 718-671-5493 with updates. Stay safe, informed and vote. ––Ann Purnell

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Building 12 Association

June is Men’s Health Awareness Month. This is an ideal time to have “that talk” with all the males in your life regarding the importance of disease prevention, detection, and screening. It is no secret how challenging it is to get some men to see a doctor. Screenings are tests that look for diseases before you have symptoms. Blood pressure checks and tests for high blood cholesterol and colonoscopy – a test for colorectal cancer, are examples of screenings. Diabetes (high blood sugar) can cause problems with your heart, brain, eyes, feet, kidneys, nerves, and other body parts. Ask your doctor to monitor your A1C levels. High blood pressure can cause strokes, heart attacks, kidney and eye problems, and heart failure. High blood cholesterol increases your chance of heart disease, stroke, and poor circulation. HDL is the good cholesterol and LDL is the bad cholesterol. Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) screening is important if you were born between 1945 and 1965, or if you have ever injected drugs. If you currently are an injection drug user, you should be screened regularly. If you are sexually active with multiple partners, get screened for HIV. The PSA test is a blood test used primarily to screen for prostate cancer. The prostate gland sits below the bladder. Men ages 45 to 49 should have an initial baseline PSA test. If you are a smoker, talk to your doctor about getting screened for lung cancer and other lung diseases, for example, emphysema. Know that quitting smoking is the best thing you can do for your health. The best way to learn if you are overweight or obese is to find your body mass index (BMI). You can find your BMI by entering your height and weight into a BMI calculator. A BMI between 18.5 and 25 indicates a normal weight. As a preventive measure, your doctor may recommend taking an aspirin to prevent a heart attack. Please note you should always consult your doctor before taking any medications including vitamins and over the counter medications. If you are 65 or older and have a history of falls, mobility problems, or other risks for falling, ask your doctor about taking a vitamin D supplement to help reduce your chances of developing soft bones or fragile bones that causes falls. Exercise and physical therapy may also help. Your doctor may also suggest an annual flu vaccine, the COVID vaccine, or a vaccine for tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough. Get a tetanus booster if it has been more than 10 years since your last vaccine. Most doctors recommend if you are 60 or older, to get the vaccine to prevent shingles. If you are 65 or older, they also recommend getting a pneumonia vaccine. Please join us for our monthly 45 mins. informational session on Tuesday, June 15, at 7 p.m. Topic: Alternative housing for seniors. Please RSVP online at www.comeoutreach.org. C.O.M.E. is here for you. Please contact us with any questions or concerns, 718-379-3159. ––Diane Cooper Insert extracted from the Mayo Clinic and Agency of Healthcare, Reach and Quality

Mark this date on your calendars: Saturday, June 26, 12 p.m.-6 p.m., intersection at Casals Place and Carver Loop. It is our Annual Section 2 Summer Fun Day Family Event that includes contests, games, prizes, Pop-Up Picnic-prize for best decorated table (Cousins Maine vouchers for first reserved and decorated table). For information on table reservations, email cooper.townhouses@ gmail.com. Stay safe, everyone. ––Sonja Maxwell

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Cooper Place Association Greetings, Cooper residents! The Cooper Place Association will hold its June meeting on Tuesday, June 22, at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom. Please email cooper.townhouses@gmail.com for the meeting details. We hope to see you all there. Summer Fun Day – Co-op City’s Section 2 Summer Fun Committee presents, “A Good Ole Summer Tyme Pop-Up Picnic with a Twist!” Save the date: Saturday, June 26, from noon - 6 p.m. The rain date is June 27. This should be a well enjoyed and remembered family fun day! There will be a prize for the best decorated table. The first 20 reserved and decorated tables win a voucher for Cousin’s Maine Lobster restaurant, which will be on-site during the event. Cousin’s Maine Lobster is free only to voucher winners. Feel free to bring your own food and beverages or you can purchase meals from Cousin’s. There will be contests, games, prizes and an icee cart. Music will be provided by DJ Sid Nice plus the multi-talented and internationally known “One Man Band Crowd Pleaser,” Juan Ortega. For information and table reservations, contact cooper. townhouses@gmail.com. It is going to be a family affair not to be missed nor forgotten. So do not wait and reserve your table now! Contact Information – If you would like to reach out to the Association, please use cooper. townhouses@gmail.com.

Good day, fellow cooperators. This week, we give special thanks to Buildings and Grounds for the work done in our patios. Did you vote? How is this possible that we haven’t reached the necessary quorum count electing our Board of Directors? As cooperators, there are just a few requirements we need to follow. One is voting annually during the Riverbay election period for a Board of Directors. The Board makes decisions on resolutions they write. For example, granting commercial establishments, construction and renovation, contract negotiation, too. Read last week’s issue and you will see there are a few interesting to all cooperators. There’s one of special interest to townhouse residents. It is to examine the necessity of renovating townhouse façades, Resolution #21-26. It is a wonderful thing to be able to elect those who set policy and action. You need to vote to assure meeting the quorum requirement. If you witness anyone tagging or spraying grafJune 22 Primary Elections – Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) is the process we will be using. fiti on Co-op City property, notify Due to our playground being closed because of exterior required building renovation, my grandchild Public Safety immediately at 718and I went over to Alcott Place’s play area. There was a young lady leading a group of school-age kids 671-3050. If your cell phone is playing “Red Light, Green Light 1-2-3,” then “Duck, Duck, Goose.” She was “Super Counselor.” Her handy, snap a photo and send it calm, funny approach was inclusive, warm to all the kids and she watched them. I wish I knew her name to Public Safety. to sing her praises some more. The spring scams are waging battle and trying to get your money. One caller claimed to be from CitiCard, alerting us of suspicious activity, a $1500 charge to the CitiCard account. But we don’t have a CitiCard account! Now in N.Y., we are winning the COVID-19 war. If you are inoculated, outdoors, and in a small also inoculated group, you can go without a mask but enter a crowded place and put that mask on. Read CDC guidelines on the different vaccines and general protocol. Don’t be afraid of physical reactions. • ABSOLUTE LOWEST FEES • FREE CONSULTATION Register with the Riverbay RUOK Emergency contact programs. The Co-op City Times has been publishing registration forms. It’s very important for you to • EVENING APPTS. AVAILABLE • FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS register with these programs, especially if you are older, living alone and have a • IMMEDIATE FILING chronic condition. Information is stored confidentially but available for an emer“COURTEOUS AND PROMPT SERVICE gency situation. AT AN AFFORDABLE FEE” For up-to-date information on vaccines, visit: nyc.gov/covidvaccine, or call 311. The following is the help site for all your questions on COVID-19: https:// www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/get-tested/covid-19-testing.page. Read the Co633 Lydig Ave • Bronx, NY op City Times, it contains interesting and important news of our Co-op City com1 block from Pelham Parkway & White Plains Road munity and guidelines to fight COVID-19. They are: wearing a clean face mask Accessible by #2 & #5 trains • #12, #22 & #39 buses (over your nose), wear disposable gloves, keep at least 3 feet between you and others; finally, wash hands frequently. Neighbors in Broun Place, thank you for your renewal and your membership. We need you to renew and to join if you haven’t before. We need you in order to certify the organization. Dues are just $12 annually. Special congratulations, graduates, success be yours. Keep dancing and better days are ahead! Wakanda forever! ––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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Association of Building 14 Cooperators There’s exciting news! The Annual Section 2 Summer Fun Day is back! It's going to be "a Family Affair" not to be missed or forgotten. Join us Saturday, June 26, 2021, 12 noon - 6 p.m. (Rain date: June 27). Ready for a good ole summertime “Pop Up Picnic" with a Twist? Win a prize for Best Decorated Table! First 20 reserved and decorated tables win a voucher for Cousin's Maine Lobster – yum! Cooperators can purchase meals from Cousin’s food truck and are welcome to bring their own food and beverages. Cousin's Maine Lobster free only to voucher winners. The ICEE CART will be onsite, too. Get ready for contests, games, and prizes! Music provided by DJ Sid Nice - plus... the internationally known "One Man Band and Crowd Pleaser," Juan Ortega.

National Council of Negro Women Membership – Our last membership meeting until September will be on Sunday, June 13, at 3 p.m. However, as part of our 50th Anniversary Celebration, our section will be gathering for at least two more actual, not virtual, activities. On Saturday, June 5, today, we will meet in the lower level of Dreiser Mall, 177 Dreiser Loop (community center where our meeting rooms are) to take our 50th Anniversary group photos. Please wear all black. If you have your NCNW stole and/or pin, please wear. Our 50th Anniversary Outdoor Social at Rivers Run Community Garden will take place on Saturday, June 12, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Due to limited space and social distancing, we have to limit attendance to financial members only! (National and local dues must be paid for the 2020 - 2021 fiscal year). At a future date, we look forward to celebrating our anniversary with invited guests. Please RSVP to the Anniversary Committee so that we can plan accordingly. NCNWCC50@gmail.com. Paint & Sip – Join us virtually as we celebrate Juneteenth with a Paint & Sip party. Discover your inner Picasso! If you’ve never attended a Paint & Sip party, it’s a lot of fun. All the painting supplies will be shipped by USPS directly to your home. You provide whatever is your favorite “sip!” We will have a virtual art instructor to coach us along during the evening. When will the party take place? You guessed it! On Saturday, June 19, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Just $40.00 covers all costs. Juneteenth is a holiday celebrating the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the United States. Originating in Galveston, Texas, it is a commemoration of the anniversary date of the June 19, 1865 announcement by Union Army General Gordon Granger, proclaiming freedom from slavery in Texas. President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation had officially outlawed slavery in Texas and the other states in rebellion almost two and a half years earlier. Texas being the most remote of the slave states, it took longer for the Union Army to enforce the Proclamation. Juneteenth today celebrates African American freedom and achievement. Who would have believed in 1865 that African American women and their friends could spend a leisurely evening painting beautiful artwork, listening to beautiful music and sipping, not serving, delicious beverages! Join us by clicking on this link: https://www.handkraftedbymhm.com/product-page/ncnw-private-fundraising-event and placing your painting supply order. The link to Paint & Sip will be provided prior to the event. For more information, contact D. Gadsden 917-6704012. Registration deadline is Sunday, June 13. On-going Fundraising –Members, families and friends of NCNW, remember please our ongoing fundraising supported by Amazon.com. Whenever you make a purchase from Amazon, they will donate 0.5% of the price of your purchase to Co-op City Section NCNW. All you have to remember is to logon to https://smile.amazon.com/ch/27-0100098. Thank you for your support. Social Media – Remember you can find us on Facebook: NCNWCoopcityBethune; Twitter: @NCNWCoop City; Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: www.ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com. ––Joyce Howard

Don't wait, reserve your table now! Contact Cooper.townhouses@gmail.com. The Section 2 Summer Fun Committee hopes to see you there! Quality of Life – The recent incidents of gun shots fired in Section 2 should give cooperators cause to attend the monthly 45th Precinct Community Council meetings. For some time, we have expressed concerns about social gatherings, etc., often into the latenight hours. NYPD patrols and monitoring after the gun shots brought immediate relief. Our community surroundings have changed; thus, we need better public safety coordination and increased visibility. As concerned shareholders, we must speak up. The Council meetings are held monthly on the first Thursday at 7:30 p.m. (exception of July and August). Call the Precinct’s Community Affairs Office at 718-822-

5449 for details. Emergency Alerts and Warnings – We can all appreciate the value of emergency alerts and warnings, which Riverbay has been providing via Robo calls. With the need for improved effectiveness, Riverbay will now add the alternatives of text messages and emails. Please update your Phone Tree; the Emergency forms are available in the laundry room and/or can be requested via email: assocbldg14@ gmail.com. Drop off or mail completed forms to the Cooperator Services Office at Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Questions: please call 917.612.1951 and/or email assocbldg14@gmail.com. Be well. Be grateful. Be kind. ––Josie Ferguson

Building 13 Association Summer Fun Day: Co-op City's Section 2 Summer Fun Committee presents: A Good Ole Summer Tyme "Pop Up Picnic" with a Twist! Save the Date: Saturday, June 26, 2021. Time: 12 p.m.-6 p.m. (Rain date: June 27, 2021). This should be a well enjoyed and remembered family-fun-filled day! Prize: Best Decorated Table! First 20 reserved and decorated tables win voucher for Cousin's Maine Lobster which will be on site day of event. (Cousin's Maine Lobster free only to voucher winners). * Feel free to bring your own food & beverages or purchase meals from Cousin's. Contest...Games...Prizes & Icee Cart. Music provided By DJ Sid Nice – Plus the multi-talented and internationally known “One Man Band, Crowd Pleaser," Juan Ortega. For info. and table reservations, email: Cooper.townhouses@gmail.com. It's going to be "a family affair" not to be missed nor forgotten. So, don't wait, reserve your table now! Metro North – An environmental assessment has been released for a 45-day public and agency review period. To view and/or submit comments, go to the PennStationAccess.info page. Comments must be received by July 3, 2021. The MTA will be hosting a virtual public meeting on June 15, 2021 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Go to pennstationaccess.info for additional instructions. Janitorial department: Please note that changes have been made in the Janitorial department. In order to enhance customer service, the department is now available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. to address

spills and out of service issues that occur in hallways and elevators, etc. To utilize this service, call 718-320-3300, ext. #3122 or #3425, or for any other janitorial concerns. Riverbay Summer Youth Intern Positions: Only Co-op City residents are eligible for consideration, open to youth 16-22 years old. Submit applications (with resume, e-mail address and phone number) from Saturday, May 29, to Friday, June 11, to summerinterns2021@ riverbaycorp.com. Include “Summer Intern” in subject of e-mail. Random drawing will be held Monday, June 14. Note: Once approval is received, our sidewalk shedding will be taken down. You may have noticed Building 14 fencing is currently being removed. If all goes well, we should be next. We will then be scheduled to have our lobby doors made ADA (Americans Disability Act) compliant. Our lobby convectors and exit doors are in the process of being painted so look out for the “WET PAINT” signs. Reminder: Annual Affidavit: The date to submit your annual Occupant’s Affidavit of Household Income was May 31, 2021 per HCR. In addition, similar to last year, No Notary is required this year. Make sure to include your insurance document or your affidavit will be considered incomplete and could result in a penalty. “A lioness does not need to roar to keep the crowd in awe” ––African proverb Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo. com. Contact: Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801. Thank you for supporting our team. ––Wendell Mattison

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Community Protestant Church The effectual fervent prayer of the righteous availeth much. Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Community Protestant Church family continue to lift up our community, city, state, nation and the world in prayer, especially all those affected by the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Our regular church schedule has been cancelled due to the outbreak of the virus. However, our members and friends are invited to join us via the Telephone Conference Call Line at (712) 432-3900; at the prompt, enter access code 343284, followed by the # sign. Church Schedule Sunday School is now in session via conference call every Sunday at 9 a.m. For Youth Sunday School, call (712) 452-3900, access code 953697, followed by the # sign. For Adult Sunday School, call (712) 432-3900, access code 343284, followed by the # sign Sunday Worship Service begins at 11 a.m. via Conference Call Line. Noon Day Prayer at CPC…On Wednesdays at 12 noon, you are cordially invited to call in for an hour of Power, Prayer, Praise and Testimony. Bible Study on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Sunday, June 13, 11 a.m. – We invite you to worship with us as we celebrate our Annual Men’s and Women’s Day in honor of the men and women of Community Protestant Church. Our Guest Preacher will be Apostle Mary Freeman Coaxum, pastor, Emmanuel Church for All People, Harlem, NY. The

Service will be broadcasted via Zoom and Telephone Conference Call. Last Sunday, Pastor Owens’ text came from 2 Peter 2:20-22. “For if after they have escaped the pollutions of the world through the knowledge of the Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, they are again entangled therein, and overcome, the latter end is worse with them than the beginning. … But it is happened unto them according to the true proverb, ‘The dog is turned to his own vomit again; and the sow that was washed to her wallowing in the mire’.” He spoke from the topic, “We’ve come too far to turn around.” He stated that there are problems, pleasures, provocations, prejudices, and persuasions in our lives that seem to be designed to entice a child of God to turn back. Looking back over this past year, you can see where God has brought us from and get a tighter grip on the hand of the Lord. Turning back means trampling on the blood of Jesus; severing our relationship with God, and forfeiting our hope of eternal life with God. He admonished us to keep our eyes on Jesus, our hand in God’s hand and trust Jesus to do the rest. Reminder: COVID-19 Vaccine is now available. Practice social distancing. Continue to wear masks. Until we meet again, Pastor Owens and our church family pray that God will be merciful unto us and bless us; and cause His face to shine upon us; that His way may be known upon earth, and His saving health among all nations. ––Evan G. Mitchell

Black Forum of Co-op City Emergency Food Pantry 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces the basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month during regular distribution hours. Please look at the last date on your pantry card. It determines when you can pick up your monthly package again. You would pick up one month or more from your last pick-up. It is a 30 - 31 day rotation. We will still text if additional items become available outside of business hours. All guests must present a pantry card to receive food. Remember to bring sturdy and clean shopping bags and a shopping cart. Wearing a mask/face covering is required. Physical distancing is a must. New registrants can receive food the same day they register. Black Forum guests living in Section 5 should visit Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. It is only a distribution point. Guests do not have to be affiliated with a church or religion to pick up food at this location. Registration is open at this location for Section 5 residents. Recertification Guests currently registered with the food pantry must recertify. A valid ID NYC card, a non-driver's, or driver’s license must be shown to remain in the

emergency food program. Please bring the required ID the first time you pick up food in 2021. Pantry guests visiting the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue must also recertify to continue in the program. Grab-N-Go The 920 Baychester Avenue location is conducting Grab-N-Go distributions on Thursday, June 24, and Friday, June 25, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. The distributions will stop at 3:00 p.m. whether or not guests are on the line. We will stop before 3 p.m. if supplies run out. The June 24 distribution is for guests who registered or re-certified in 2021 and hold pantry cards. A pantry card must be shown on this day – no exceptions. The June 25 distribution is for the general public, those who lost their pantry card and for those who did not recertify in 2021. Guests from Sections 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 are invited to the distributions. Please, only one representative per household should attend. Monthly food packages will not be distributed on these days. Guests must have at least 6 clean/sturdy grocery bags and a large cart. All guests are required to wear masks completely covering their faces and practice physical distancing. Contact us We look forward to hearing from you at coopcityblackforum@gmail. com. Please stay safe. ––D. Illis

Building 27 Association Hello neighbors, hope all is well. Things are looking much brighter as the CDC is giving positive instructions and restoring life somewhat as we once knew it. It is so great to see children out playing on the school grounds at P.S. 160. Co-op Vaccine Site After receiving the vaccine, we are advised to continue wearing a face mask. Respect the request of vendors and places you visit. Be grateful we are still here to wear a mask. Continue to wear your mask until you feel comfortable taking it off. Congratulations, graduates The 2020 year was so rough for all, but we commend those who were able to make it and graduate. May you succeed in all that you do and we pray the best is yet to come. Also, remember to register to vote, if not in time for 2021, you will be ready for the next election. You may call 718-299-9017 for voter registration information. Co-op City Youths Applications will be accepted for Co-op City youths between the ages of 16-22. The intern position applications will be accepted until June 11. This will teach our youths to take pride and be responsible for where they live. This is a great initiative for the future of Co-op City. Giving our youths the opportunity to follow in the paths of their families who moved here and remained in this beautiful community. Community Board 10/Riverbay Corp. The shredder truck will be here rain or shine on Thursday, June 10, from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. or until the truck is full. The truck will be on the Section 4 Greenway. Each person is limited to three 13 gallon bags of papers and documents only. Make sure to check that there are no binders or clips. Democratic Primary Election June 22 is city-wide Election Day. This upcoming election will help determine who will be the next NYC Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Borough President, Council members, and judges. This election will be the first time voters will be exposed to Ranked Choice Voting. By going online and searching voting.nyc/rcv you can find a practice ballot. Go there and practice all you want, and it will let you know if you are correct or wrong. This is excellent and

much needed. Also, write down your choices and take it with you to vote. Do not forget to practice. I guarantee this will eliminate so much confusion. Please contact the Bronx Board of Election at 718-299-9017 if you have any questions. Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. Condolences to our Co-op City families who lost a loved one. We continue to pray for one another. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 to share information of illness, or someone in a nursing home, or deceased. Pray for the world, the blessings over the vaccines and for the passing of this pandemic. Be prayerful, kind, thoughtful and thankful. “There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about.” – Margaret J. Wheatley ––H. Overman

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Iglesia Evangelica MU de Co-op City Co-op City United Methodist Church Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds “If you say, ‘The Lord is my refuge,’ and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent. For He will command His angels concerning you, to guard you in all your ways.” Psalm 91:9-1.1 UMCC is a Bible-centered congregation with spirit-filled worship and we offer a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship, and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural and bilingual congregation; all are welcome! We are changing with the times and now offer online service. We are located at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30 (entrance on Boller Ave.). Parking is available on Palmer Ave. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sánchez-Orta. For more information about our services, please contact our administrative secretary, Marta Medina, by phone: 917-740-0256, or by email: coopcityevangelicalumc@gmail.com. Remote Schedule for Sundays – Come and receive a blessing: We would love for you to join us on Sundays. We are currently sharing our services online through our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/UMCofCoopCity/. We are also holding services via Zoom. For more information, visit our website at www.coopcityumc.com. Sunday – Bilingual Services via Zoom, Sunday at 11 a.m. Tuesday – 12 p.m. (Spanish) and 7 p.m. (English), Pray and Reflection Service Sunday School – 8 a.m. (English) Food Pantry: The Food Pantry distribution center at our church serves Section 5. Ongoing registration and distribution of food are on Thursdays from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Those registering must present one of the following government-issued up-to-date ID’s showing a 10475 zip code: Driver, Non-Driver, or NYC ID. Anyone 18+ of age can register. Only one participant per household may register. Blessings, ––Marta Medina

Open Door Ministries “Time to Grow Up”

(Full sermon at opendoorministries.net) Spiritual maturity like the normal development of a person comes with time. Just like a child needs food, exercise and nurturing to grow physically, a believer needs Scripture, spiritual exercise, such as self-control, and a loving fellowship to mature spiritually. Jesus explains the parable of the Sower and gives insight into what people experience based on the choices they make with God’s revelation. Luke 8:13 Those on rocky ground receive the word with joy when they hear it but have no root. They believe for a while, but in time of testing they fall away. 14 The seed that fell among thorns are those who hear, but are choked by life’s worries, riches, and pleasures, and do not mature. 15 The seed on good soil stands for those with a noble and good heart, who hear the word, retain it, and by persevering produce a crop. Spiritual growth comes from hearing, receiving, and obeying the Word of God. There are no shortcuts but a long-term commitment, just like in a marriage, to work towards the goal of becoming like Christ. This entails suffering, self-sacrifice and seeking God’s presence. Hebrews 5:12 In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you the elementary truths of God’s word all over again. You need milk, not solid food! 13 Anyone who lives on milk, being still an infant, is not acquainted with the teaching about righteousness. 14 But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil. One of the greatest spiritual problems of a believer is living in spiritual infancy even after having been in church for years. Paul addresses the Corinthian church as people who have spiritual developmental disabilities through their choice. They have come to salvation but have not proceeded deeper into understanding the depths and richness of living for Jesus. 1 Corinthians 3 Brothers and sisters, I could not address you as people who live by the Spirit but as people who are still worldly—mere infants in Christ. 2 I gave you milk, not solid food, for you were not yet ready for it. Indeed, you are still not ready. 3 You are still worldly. For since there is jealousy and quarreling among you, are you not worldly? Are you not acting like mere humans (unbelievers)? 18 Do not deceive yourselves. If any of you think you are wise by the standards of this age, you should become “fools” so that you may become wise. Paul’s correction is not to discourage but to correct and redirect their motivation. Living for God cannot be a part-time effort but encompasses all of our life. Whatever we spend time in is important to us and this is seen in our devotion to God’s things or other things. Contact Open Door Ministries by phone/text, 917-334-4407 Blessings in Christ, ––Pastor Luis Ramos

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic, St. Joseph’s Church has suspended services until further notice. However, we continue to worship via teleconference on Sundays, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Father Johnson also conducts daily weekday services at 12 p.m. You are invited to participate in these services by calling 1-425-436-6344, access code: 509 898, followed by the # sign. Grace and peace. ––M. Chambers

Church of the New Vision The Church of the New Vision and its pastors, Kenneth and Deborah Hodge, welcome you to worship with us on Sunday mornings as we share the Gospels’ message of the Love of God on YouTube. Just type in Kenneth Hodge. Our Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study starts at 7 p.m. on our Conference Line Number: (646) 769-9909, Access Code: 3099388. Once prayer has begun, please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity. As we celebrate Jesus Christ, the very demonstration of God’s Love towards humanity (John 3:16), let’s continue to be thankful and grateful. Let us as the body of Christ remain steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that our labor is not in vain. Our verse of focus this year is: 2 Corinthians 12:9 “And He said unto me, my grace is sufficient for thee: My strength is made perfect in weakness.” The Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, be with you all. Amen. ––Pastors Kenneth & Deborah Hodge Sunday, May 31 – Worship Service theme: “Because of Jesus our Good Shepard.” Scripture: John 10:10-11: “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and kill, and destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.” (Isiah 40:10-11; John 9:10; Eph. 2:18; John 14:6.) Amen. Thanks for your contributions; Malachi 3:10. Mailing address: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. ––Brenda Brown

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Co-op City Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow at 11 a.m. using the following Zoom information: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102, or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#. Wednesday Bible Study is held at 1 p.m. You can join us by Zoom Video: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102, or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#. Thursday Prayer Warriors is held at 12 p.m. You can join using the Free Conference Call.com Line: 563-999-2090, PIN #: 660065. Friday Noon Prayer is held at 10 a.m. Please note time change. You can join us using the Free Conference Call.com Line shown above. Friday Evening Prayer is held at 7:30 p.m. You can join us using the Free Conference Call.com Line shown above. Please note: Friday Evening Prayer service is not held on the first Friday of the month. Sunday School for adults is held on Sundays at 9 a.m. Use Free Conference Call.com Line shown above to join in. Sunday School for children and youth are held as follows: Primaries (6-8 years old), 2:30 p.m., FCC: (701) 802-5451, PIN/ACCESS: 2788906 Juniors (9-11years old), 3:30 p.m., ZOOM: (516) 259-9274 (no access code required) Young Teens (12-17 years old), 9:30 a.m., FCC: (701) 802-5230; PIN/ACCESS: 3559529 The COVID-19 vaccination is available for those 12 and older. If you are a Montefiore patient, you can schedule an appointment at www.montefiore.org. Montefiore also has a COVID-19 Hotline, which can be reached at 844-4442819. You can also get vaccinated at the Dreiser Community Center. Next Sunday, June 13, at 11 a.m., the Senior Usher Ministry and the Nurses’ Ministry will hold a combined Anniversary Service. We welcome all to this celebratory service using the following Zoom information: https://us04web. zoom.us/j/9623430102, or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#. Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Continue to wear your masks, practice social distancing and stay safe GOD will strengthen us as we 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

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 invites everyone to join in worship online on the following days. To join, please call 720-740-9746, access code: 8876631. Sundays: Worship service begins at 11 a.m. Wednesday: Prayer and fasting service will be held at 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will be held every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Friday: Worship service begins at 7:30 p.m. Focus: The hope of the church is to be caught up in the first resurrection and to be with the Lord forever. The bride of Christ will be privileged to rule and reign with Jesus Christ during one thousand years of peace. “And I saw an angel come down from heaven, having the key of the bottomless pit and a great chain in his hand. And he laid hold on the dragon, that old serpent, which is the devil, and Satan, and bound him a thousand years, and cast him into the bottomless pit, and shut him up, and set a seal upon him, that he should deceive the nation no more, till the thousand years should be fulfilled, and after that he must be loosed a little season,” Revelation 20:1-3. “Blessed and holy is he that hath part in the first resurrection: on such the second death hath no power, but they shall be priests of God and of Christ and shall reign with him a thousand years,” Revelation 20:6. Satan will be bound and cast into the bottomless pit for one thousand years while Jesus Christ rules the world in righteousness. He will not be simply restrained as he is now, but his power and influence will be absent from the earth. People who sin against God on that day will do so out of the wickedness of their heart. In addition, the knowledge of the Lord will be increased in all the earth. What glorious day that will be for generations who are counted worthy to live in the millennial kingdom of Jesus Christ, the son of David! Matthew 25:31-33 states, “When the son of man shall come in his glory, and all the holy angels with him, then shall he sit upon the throne of his glory. And before him shall be gathered all nations, and he shall separate them one from another as a shepherd divideth his sheep from the goats, and he shall set the sheep on his right hand, but the goats on the left.” All of the redeemed, including the tribulation martyrs, shall reign with Christ as kings and priests. Since we are heirs and joint-heirs with Christ, the role of the church in the millennial reign will be to serve as king’s and priests in His kingdom. Revelation 1:6, and 5:10 states, “And hath made us kings and priest unto God and his father, to him be glory and dominion forever and ever Amen. And hast made us unto our God kings and priest: and we shall reign on the earth.” For further information, please call 718-324-0334. ––Rev. R. Sibblies

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m. This change was made at the request of some of our members. The requirement for wearing a mask and social distancing will be strictly enforced during all synagogue services. General information The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of 27B. It is on the ground floor of Building 27B, it is handicap accessible, no steps. Phone #: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message. The synagogue has Services on Saturday morning starting at 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, June 5, at 9:16 p.m. Candle Lighting for Friday, June 11, at 8:07 p.m. Good and Welfare We sell tree certificates, in Honor or Memory, of a loved one. The cost is only $15.00 per tree (if you want to buy a tree, call 347-449-5005). Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue. To all members Happy birthday, all members who will celebrate their birthday in June. For all those members celebrating their birthday/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

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Most cars & light trucks. No other discounts apply. Must present coupon to get this price. Vehicles requiring synthetic or diesel oil & filter may be extra. Additional charge for shop supplies and disposal fee may be added. Offer expires 6/19/2021.

 Top off fluids under the hood  Complete tire rotation  Adjust tire pressure to manufacturer’s specs  Check tread depth on all 4 tires  Inspect brake pads Most cars & light trucks. No other discounts apply. Must present coupon to get this price. Vehicles requiring synthetic or diesel oil & filter may be extra. Additional charge for shop supplies and disposal fee may be added. Offer expires 6/19/2021.

We Perform All These Automotive Services  Axle, CV Joint &  Mufflers & Exhaust Driveshaft Repair  Nitrogen Inflation  Belts & Hoses  Preventive Maintenance  Brake Repair  Starting, Charging & Batteries  Climate Control Systems  Steering & Suspension Systems  Cooling System Repair  Tire Pressure  Diesel Engine Repair Monitoring System  Differential Repair  Tire Services  Electrical Systems  Transmission Repair  Engine Diagnostics  Wheel Alignment  Four Wheel DriveSystem  Wheel Services  Lube, Oil & Filter  Vehicle Inspection

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ALIGNMENT SPECIAL Most cars & light trucks. No other discounts apply. Must present coupon to get this price. Offer expires 6/19/2021.

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FRONT DISC

BRAKE SPECIAL FREE BRAKE CHECK WITH COUPON Most cars & light trucks. No other discounts apply. Must present coupon to get this price. Offer expires 6/19/2021.

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BATTERY

REPLACEMENT THE INSTALLATION OF ANY DELCO BATTERY

Most cars & light trucks. No other discounts apply. Must present coupon to get this price. Offer expires 6/19/2021.

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