Co-op City Times 6/8/19

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All Co-op City Buses Affected in MTA’s Draft Bus Redesign Plan Vol. 54 No. 23

Saturday, June 8, 2019

City Blvd./Bellamy Loop S and (south) Hunter The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Ave/ Earhart Lane. has released its draft proposals for the Bronx Bus This new “enhanced” #23 bus will increase in “allday frequency,” taking on most of the provided areas Network Redesign program and the changes in bus that other buses in the area will no longer service in Co-op City are considered less than “cusservice. The Bx23 will be the only bus to tomer-focused” despite the agency’s claim that the provide direct transfer points to the Pelnew plan is set to remedy frequent customer comham Bay Park #6 Train Station or to plaints.

Asch Loop, where commuters can During several Bus Network Redesign workshops connect to other buses. According held in Co-op City with shareholders last Fall, residents were vocal about having current buses in to the report, “this would provide Co-op City service all sections of the community more direct and less duplicative and more frequently, but the MTA-drafted proposals service.” with “route specific improvements” are not being Bx26 – “We propose to terminate the Bx26 at Asch Loop in Co-op City.” well received by shareholders and, in fact, appear The draft recognizes Asch Loop as an to be worse than the current bus system.

Below are the proposal summaries for Bronx “important transfer point,” where riders could transfer to buses leaving Co-op City. buses 23, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, and Q50 Limited and Commuters needing stops between Asch Loop and how they will affect Co-op City riders: Bx23 – Though not rerouting the Bx23, the Section 5, will need to connect to the Bx23.

MTA is proposing to remove nine bus stops in the Bx28 – The MTA draft proposes to reroute the Co-op City area to improve with frequency and Bx28 on both ends and terminate service at Bay reliability of buses on the route. Those stops will Plaza Mall. “Service between Section 5 and Asch include (north/south) Bartow Av./rear of Pathmark, Loop would be provided by an enhanced Bx23 with increased frequency.” There are also intentions of Dreiser Loop/Deb Pl., Asch Loop/Adler Pl., Co-op

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102 Votes Still Needed for Quorum; Vote TODAY

Fourteen hundred Co-op City households received a 50% carrying charge penalty accompanied by a $150 administrative fee on their June 2019 maintenance bills due to non-response to the state-mandated income affidavit verification process.

The penalty was retroactive to the period July 2014-June 2015 since the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal (HCR), Co-op City’s supervisory agency, is backlogged and now reviewing 2013 Income Affidavits.

Private Housing Finance law requires limited-

The extended voting period in the 2019 Riverbay Board of Directors election will end at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11, or 11:59 p.m. of the day that at least 1/3 of the community’s shareholders cast their ballots to validate the Board election.

This year’s quorum requires 5,018 votes. As of press time Friday, 102 more votes were still needed to make the quorum and avoid a do-over of the election which could cost a minimum of $30,000.

Those who have their 2019 election ballots and did not yet vote are urged to complete and return their

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having an all-day increase in frequency for the Bx28 that will replace the Bx38. The Bx28 will also replace Bx30 service on Gun Hill Road.

Bx29 – No service between Co-op City and the #6 train line (the Bx23’s enhanced service will provide this service for commuters).

It is also proposed to introduce an over-night service.”

Bx30 – The Bx30 will terminate at Dreiser Loop. Riders needing a bus between Dreiser Loop and other sections of Co-op City would have to take the Bx23. In the redesign report, Dreiser Loop is also referred to as an “important transfer point” where customers can make transfers to other buses leaving Co-op City. Also, instead of going to Gun Hill Road from Boston Road, it is suggested that the Bx30 will be rerouted to the Pelham Parkway’s #2 and #5 train station.

Bx38 – This line will discontinue. The Bx28 will provide rides to travelers on Gun Hill Road. “Releasing this route from service will allow us to apply those (Continued on page 4)

Elevator Shutdowns in Second-Round Buildings on Modernization Schedule Buildings 20C, 21A, 22A, 29A, 32B, 26C, 26A, 10B, 6 & 13 Affected To prepare for the second-round of elevator modernization work in the next ten residential buildings, there will be a brief shutdown of all of the elevators for electrical work in each of the affected buildings beginning on Monday, June 10, between 9-9:30 a.m.

The modernization work itself in these second-round buildings is expected to begin in about two weeks.

“In contemplation of commencing elevator modernization work in these ten buildings, we need to do some upgrades to the electrical panel servicing the elevators,” said Bob Klehammer, Co-op City’s executive general manager. “We want to do this during the day and it requires a short shutdown of both elevators for 10-15 minutes at the beginning and 1015 minutes at the end. We will probably start doing this work between 9-9:30 a.m. when kids are already out to school and most people should be out and gone to work by that time, but it also allows those who

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ballot to Election-America before the deadline this Tuesday, June 11. Ballots can be completed online or by filling it out and returning it by mail in which case it must be postmarked by Tuesday, June 11.

Beginning on Friday, June 7, in addition to the three voting kiosks that are currently in the community centers, Riverbay election personnel, equipped with iPads, were also stationed in the lobbies of Buildings 4C, 5B and 33 to encourage and assist shareholders to log in and cast their votes online. They will return on Monday between the hours of 1-6 p.m., and also on Tuesday, if necessary.

Those voting online using their laptops, smartphones, iPad or the voting kiosk in the community centers, will need the PIN and CODE from the ballot that was mailed to Co-op City households by Election-America in order to vote. Log onto www.riverbay

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votes.com which will then take you to the Riverbay voting portal set up by ElectionAmerica for the Board election. Once there, you will input your PIN and CODE to vote for six candidates you would like to elect to represent you on the Riverbay Board.

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

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

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

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nication between passengers and Public Safety dispatchers who will also have the ability to see the passengers in the cab while communicating with them. The new elevators will also be able to handle the speed and volume of traffic that are normal for a high-rise building such as the ones in Co-op City.

Another safety feature is that in the event of a power failure, the elevator cab will “drift” to the nearest floor where the door will open and allow 30 seconds for passengers to exit the car before the door closes.

The interior of the new elevator cabs will have a more contemporary look with wood paneling and an illuminated push button panel that is more accommodating for visually impaired and wheelchairbound shareholders.

Significantly, the new elevator parts and software being installed in this round of work are not proprietary, meaning that any elevator contractor company will be able to work on the elevators, in case of emergencies. In addition, most of the parts are manufactured by a Bronx-based company, GAL Manufacturing, and stored here in the Bronx, which will make it more convenient when repairs are needed.

would need to be out during this timeframe the opportunity to either decide to go early or wait and go later.”

On Monday, June 10, all elevators in Buildings 20C, 21A and 22A will be taken out of service for a brief 15minute interval starting between 9-9:30 a.m. so that the electrical panels serving the elevators can be upgraded. A second brief 15-minute shut down of all the elevators in each of these building will be necessary in the early afternoon.

Riverbay will notify residents through a robocall once the time has been set for the second shut down.

Similarly, on Tuesday, June 11, all elevators in Buildings 29A, 32B, 26C and 26A will be shut down between 99:30 a.m. for the electrical upgrade, followed by another brief shut down in the early afternoon.

On Wednesday, June 12, the elevators in Buildings 10B, 6 and 13 will undergo the same process.

The first round elevator modernization began on Jan. 3 in Buildings 2A, 4C, 5A, 11C, 11B, 15A, 15B, 28B, 34 and 32A. After the first elevator was modernized, the second was taken out of service for the work. These elevators are currently in various stages of the NYC Department of Buildings approval process and are expected to all be returned to service in very near future.

Community-wide, a total of 160 ele- The new modernized elevators will feature state-of-the-art technology, vators in the high-rise residential enhanced safety features and more modern, contemporary look. buildings are being completely rehabilitated and modernized with state-of-thethe elevator work is scheduled will be adjusted to lessen art-technology to upgrade safety features, enhance inconvenience to residents to whatever extent possible. appearance and also ensure efficient operation of the This will include janitorial and sanitation services, move machinery. The entire project is expected to last in/out, and delivery of the Co-op City Times on Saturday between 4-5 years. mornings, which will be deposited in the buildings’ In addition to the high-rise elevators, contractors will lobbies in a designated box for shareholders to pick up also upgrade three hydraulic elevators – two in Dreiser instead of being delivered to every floor since only one Center and one in Einstein – and one wheelchair lift in elevator will be available for use in the building. the Einstein Center.

The upgrade work currently being performed on Elevator modernization work in the residential the elevators became evident approximately three buildings will take an extended period of time to years ago when Co-op City’s elevator consultants complete since one elevator in each building will be determined that the motors that were installed during taken out of service at a time and each will take about the last, partial modernization project which began in 10-13 weeks depending on the height of the building 2001 were not adequate to handle the high volume of and barring any unforeseen circumstances. Because the traffic in Co-op City’s high-rise residential buildings. elevators are grouped in pairs in each building, once Apart from this issue which must be addressed to ensure work is finished on one elevator, its twin will efficient operation of the elevators, other major comimmediately be taken out of service for rehabilitation. ponents of the elevators are being completely While work is ongoing, there will be some measure of replaced with new equipment during this major, more inconvenience to shareholders who will experience complete rehabilitation and modernization project. longer wait for the elevator and are therefore advised to These include new controllers, new ropes, new rope be prepared to adjust their daily routines accordingly. grippers (a secondary safety device), rotors, etc.

“This type of extensive rehabilitation work is Essentially, the elevator cabs will be stripped down difficult to begin with and is even more difficult being to their frames and rebuilt. done within a densely populated building such as we Additionally, the current motors were manufactured have at Co-op City,” Mr. Klehammer reiterated. “We by one company which has since moved their will try to minimize those disruptions as best as we operations away from the east coast making it even can, but I will apologize now to the residents for the more difficult to obtain replacement parts for the inconvenience that this project will create. However, motors when needed, especially in emergencies. at the end of it, I think you will be quite satisfied with Once all the elevators have been rebuilt and modboth the appearance and the operation of your brand ernized, they will be safer, faster, more energy efficient, new state-of-the-art elevators.” and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, Management operations inside the buildings where including emergency lighting and 2-way commu-

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Co-op City Community Fair & Caribbean American Heritage Month Celebration “The biggest fair in the Bronx,” brought out the sun and family and friends of the neighborhood, as they enjoyed Co-op City’s annual Section 1 Community Fair, while also celebrating Caribbean American Heritage Month, last Saturday, June 1, in Co-op City’s Section One’s Greenway.

The fun-filled afternoon included face painting, a kids’ zone with a bounce house and rock climbing wall, enterBY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

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Section 2 Fun Day June 22

Section 2 Fun Day is coming June 22, starting at noon and capping off at 6 p.m. The fun will take place at Carver Loop and Casals Place. There will be a fire department mobile van for the kids, an obstacle course, a “gold rush” scavenger hunt, and the first 50 kids in attendance each get a free t-shirt. Free cotton candy, popcorn and hot dogs will also be served so come out and kick the summer off with your kids!

BVA Art Exhibit at Baychester Library

The Baychester Visual Arts Association (BVA) is having an Art Show at the Baychester Library in celebration of Bronx Month. The paintings are above the bookshelves so the next time you are in the library, look up to see the beautiful artwork of local artists. The exhibit will run through the end of the month.

Census Bureau Field Rep. Session Here, June 12

The US Census Bureau will hold a Field Representative assessment session in Co-op City on Wednesday, June 12; bi-lingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

The session will begin at 11 a.m. in room 41 of the Einstein Center, 135 Einstein Loop. Seating is limited, so arrive early.

If you are self-motivated and enjoy meeting people, this job could be for you. Applicants must be US citizens with valid social security numbers, and you must have a driver’s license and an insured vehicle. DD-214 or SF-50 and related documents are required for veteran preference.

If you are interested in attending on June 12, please call Toba LaCrown at (202) 603-7669 or (347) 327-6288.

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tainment and a variety of community vendors. The event featured live performances, including Tropical Fete Inc., which brought Caribbean culture by putting on an exciting show with stilt dancing and live steelpan performances. Residents, past and present, walked the greenway sampling a wide variety of foods, including Jamaican, Puerto Rican, American, and Soul, as they moved and grooved as the DJ played music across all genres.

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resources more efficiently and effectively elsewhere, including increased frequency on the Bx28 and Bx23.”

Q50 LTD – No longer servicing the Co-op City community. Service between Co-op City to Pelham Bay Park will be provided by enhanced Bx23 bus.

BxM7 – No proposal changes affecting route aside from adding stops at 3 Av/ 96 St and 5 Av/96.

Riverbay Board second vice president and chair of the Legislative Committee, Rod Saunders, has led the community in requesting better service from the MTA, helping to facilitate the bus redesign workshops with shareholders. He said Map for Q50 this week: “I know how long and hard we’ve worked to rally the community for our bus service. We sought the support of our NY State representatives, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and State Senator Jamaal Bailey. Together, we have asked the MTA to return the Bx26, Bx28, and the Q50Ltd. (formerly the QBx1) back to their original routes. The proposed plan that I am presently viewing appears to have completely ignored our cooperators’ overwhelming request at the MTA’s Fast Forward: Bronx Bus Network Redesign Workshop held back on October 9, 2018. To say that I am disappointed would be a serious understatement.”

In October 2018, MTA workshop facilitators held their first “Fast Forward” Bronx Bus Network Redesign Workshop in Co-op City’s Bartow Center where they met with shareholders and neighboring Bronx residents who offered feedback in hopes of influencing change in current and future service updates.

The community workshops were an effort by the MTA to improve the city’s buses, subways, and paratransit services. According to the MTA’s website at that time, they were collecting information from residents on their thoughts of the current Bronx bus service, and what changes they would like to see.

During the interactive workshop, the MTA received insight from participants on where they live, where they work, and how they get to/from home. Facilita-

tors also asked about residents’ key priorities when it came to bus service and about “trade-offs;” indicating which two out of the three scenarios they preferred (i.e., coverage or frequency; simple, direct routes or complicated, indirect routes; and more stops or fewer stops). Residents documented their daily routes on maps that were collected by facilitators at the end of the workshop.

After initial meetings with the public, the MTA continued to gather additional (market and service analysis) data used to assist with redesign planning. According to their Draft Plan Report, following their public outreach at the workshops, they found that when customers identified their top priorities for bus service improvements, they asked for: • More frequent service • Real-time information at bus stops • More bus priority • Customers were provided with a set of trade-off questions and asked to choose what was most important to them: • 55 percent of customers prefer more frequent service, and 45 percent prefer preserving service coverage • 70 percent of customers prefer simple, direct routes and 30 percent prefer complex, indirect routes • 63 percent of customers prefer fewer bus stops, and 37 percent prefer more bus stops • Customers also shared the regular issues they encounter when taking the bus: • East-West crosstown connections are hard to make • Buses are not reliable because they move at slow speeds and sit in congestion • There is a need for greater bus lane enforcement as vehicles are regularly double parked and block buses • Three-legged transfers are not allowed Although the draft plan isn’t final, if this draft proposal is implemented, Section 5 residents will severely feel the changes, having to solely rely on the Bx23 compared to the current several bus options to take to the section or even last stop.

Those cooperators who now ride the Bx26, 28, and 30 directly to other sections of the Bronx, will have to take the Bx23 from Section 5 to the previously mentioned important transfer points – Asch Loop or Dreiser Loop to transfer. Residents in Sections 1-4 will need to take the Bx23 and then transfer to other buses to leave/enter Co-op City. It’s also very likely that riders who are coming from both (Continued on page 5)

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HAPPENING in Co-op City!

Co-op City’s 50th Anniversary Poster Contest Recognizing all participants who displayed their artwork on May 17 at Raymour & Flanigan in Bay Plaza.

Anjali Hira

Destiny Paches

MTA

Ann-Nicole Frimpong

Donae Pryce – Winner

Oscar Garcia

Chria-Nichole Thompson – Winner

the #2 and #5 train stations will need to use an extra fare to transfer to the Bx23 bus to get home, and for shortened bus lines, an additional one or two-minute walk will now be required to get to the closest bus stops.

At this point, since “redesigning a bus network is a collaborative process,” the MTA is scheduling open house workshops in communities to get, once again, feedback on its draft proposal. Riders are highly encouraged to attend one of the eight such public open house workshops taking place in the Bronx, or, if unable to participate in the meeting, to express their opinions by sharing their thoughts on the MTA website at https://mta-nyc.custhelp.com/app/comments_ bronxbus.

A Co-op City open house with the MTA will take place on Thursday, June 27, at 6 p.m. in room 31 of the Bartow Center.

Director Saunders said that he will continue his efforts to engage Co-op City’s

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Summer Hunter

Brandon Bradley

Ashley Paisley

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elected officials in the fight for fair and equal transportation access throughout the community. “I am confident that both Assemblyman Benedetto and State Senator Bailey will continue to advocate on behalf of their Co-op City constituents,” he said. “Undaunted though, we will continue forward by focusing our efforts to secure the safety of our cooperators, remove the necessity to pay an additional fare to reach destinations away from the Asch Loop termination of the Bx26, and Bx28 buses, and address the spacing and scheduling of buses bringing cooperators home at later hours in the evening.”

Director Saunders added: “It appears that they (the MTA) didn’t hear us back in October. We’d better make certain that they hear us on June 27 and if you care about your transportation here, you need to be there to make sure that your voice is distinctly and clearly heard.”

The MTA will release the final Bronx bus redesign plans in September.

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

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– • –Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Letters to the Editor

Confusion About Carrying Charge Hikes

To the Editor: There appears to be some confusion about the rapid increases in carrying charges during the early years of Co-op City. They were not driven by expense increases. They were driven by UHF’s attempt to fill apartments.

The fact of the matter is they capitalized losses during the initial move-in period and did not inform people moving in that they were keeping the carrying charges well below the amount needed to run Riverbay Corporation. They ran a large operating deficit that they kept rolling into loans. They knew that there would have to be massive carrying charge increases once the place was fully occupied to have income match operating expenses. Finally, they rolled them into a mortgage that was much higher than they kept saying it would be.

When I moved in in October 1971, I was told that Riverbay would have a 30-year mortgage. Once it was paid off our carrying charges would drop. We would also have the opportunity to actually own our homes. Shortly thereafter, there was a $50/room equity overcall. Then an ongoing series of carrying charge increases to get Riverbay’s income to match its expenses. It is now June 2019. We still have thirty-year mortgage that will not be paid off in my lifetime.

—Stewart Berman

We are shareholders, not tenants!

Become involved in your building association!

Congratulations to Ms. Daisy Young Anderson!

Director responds to Mr. Berman

To Mr. Berman: Your letter states that: “...the rapid increases in carrying charges during the early years of Co-op City...were not driven by expense increases.” Then, you wrote that: “They knew that there would have to be massive carrying charge increases once the place was fully occupied to have income match operating expenses.”

So, there appears to be a conflict between these two sentences. Therefore, why would you publish these statements and then write that there was some confusion within my viewpoint over those hefty carrying charge increases?

Look, your position to try to justify those outrageous carrying charge increases cannot be accurate if your letter states that our income was not matching our expenses.

My viewpoint clearly pointed out that our cooperators suffered with several massive carrying charge increases that were as high as 20 percent during the early days of Co-op City. And, this nonsense went on for several years. So, it’s unfortunate to think that anyone would now try to use some fancy concepts to try to justify what happened in those days.

My viewpoint also pointed out that our community has received several carrying charge increases over the past few years. Furthermore, I also pointed out that we should have cut our expenses to avoid those carrying charge increases.

Cooperators are angry about the way that our money is being wasted and the ridiculous excuses that are being used to justify what’s going on here.

Therefore, keeping our expenses low is one of the best ways to keep Co-op City affordable.

—Daryl Johnson

Congratulations to my dear friend of more than 30 years, Ms. Daisy Young Anderson, on being awarded the Williamsbridge NAACP Early Childhood Education Center’s Community Service Award at the organization’s 48th Anniversary Awards Dinner held at the Eastwood Manor on Friday, May 17, 2019.

Daisy moved to Co-op City in 1980 and is involved in several community organizations, including the Retirees of Dreiser Loop, AARP Chapter #4997; American Legion Post 1871 Women’s Auxiliary and Co-op City Toastmasters Club. She is also very involved in her church, Community Protestant Church.

—Pauline Binder

Autistic Co-op City Man Found Safe

A 21 year old autistic male who went missing on Friday, May 24, and later found by a Parks and Recreations officer at Highland Park in Queens, NY was returned safely to his Co-op City home, according to published reports.

Authorities say the man was at Stuyvesant High School attending a program on May 24 when he disappeared at approximately 8:45 a.m. and was seen on surveillance cameras leaving the building. He then boarded an E train at around 9:20 a.m. bound for Queens.

According to local news reports, the Parks and Recreation officer who found the man was unaware that he was missing. The 21-year old was later identified by a doctor after he was transported to Brookdale Hospital for observation.

—Brandon Ortiz

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Public Safety Report

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO The Co-op City Department of Public Safety receives updates from various agencies regarding trends in scams. Scam artists are a very clever group of people. They take their knowledge of human nature and combine it with current information in an attempt to find new victims. Recent studies have shown that certain types of scams, especially internet scams, increase every year. By being aware of potential scams, readers can reduce their chance of becoming a victim.

One scam we have learned about involves transition to credit cards with imbedded chips. These chips are a great fraud prevention device. It is ironic that they could become part of a scam. Never give any information out to anybody contacting you and requesting it. Call the number on the back of your credit card or on the sticker on a new card to activate your card. The same precaution applies to emails that appear to come from your bank. Sometimes the address can be off by one letter and direct you to a fake website hosted by scammers. Scammers are hoping you have just received a new card and are eager to activate it. By being alert, you can avoid being a victim of this scam.

Credit cards are always a major target for scammers. Credit card information can be stolen in a variety of ways. They can be stolen by skimming machines placed on credit card readers at places such as gas stations or cash machines. Be alert to a reader that looks like it has been opened up or has an additional piece installed. Restaurants can easily take and copy your credit card when the card leaves your line of sight. Credit card numbers can be taken from websites where they are used. Always check your credit card statements carefully. In most cases, you are not responsible for fraudulent charges.

Never give anyone personal information, such as bank account numbers, PIN numbers, date of birth or Social Security number. Never wire money or send a Green Dot card to anyone you do not know or have only met through a dating website. Never send money for plane tickets, bail money, medicine for a sick family member or any other reason to anyone you do not know well. Be also leery of fake websites offering to give you something for nothing. Always be sure to enter a website address directly into your browser; never click on a link from an email. Sometimes, one letter off can take you to a fake website.

Some people may read about these scams and wonder how anyone could possibly fall for them. Scam artists are very persistent; they blanket a large number of potential victims until they find their prey. The internet has made it extremely easy for scam artists to target millions of potential victims with a single touch of a button. Telephone or regular mail scam artists work a little harder, but do eventually find their victim. Bold scammers have even been known to approach their potential victim in person at their door or in a public place.

Recently, I received a call stating that my Social Security number has been cancelled unless I did what they asked me to do. There is no government agency that cancels Social Security numbers. Hang the telephone up immediately like I did. Do not give out any information on the telephone regarding your Social Security number.

Another scam I heard about and then actually received myself is a Pay Pal scheme. The email states that you are almost finished completing your registration for Pay Pal. The email looks legitimate and it asks you to enter your Pay Pal username and password. It then prompts you to enter your bank account number.

When you call the customer service number, it tells you to mail a Green Dot card to an address. A friend of mine did not realize there was a problem until that point. When I received the same email, I investigated the email right away as I was not trying to set up a Pay Pal account. Upon scrutiny, the email came from an email address at e.paypal.com, very close to the actual email address. In any case, when you are doing business with a company known to be legitimate, enter the website into your browser yourself, do not use search engine results or click

on a link from an email. Pay Pal is a legitimate company which offers an extra level of protection for online payments, but a scammer pretending to be Pay Pal can be a real threat to your financial identity.

Another type of scam we have seen either calls or texts someone’s phone and tells them that a family member is in danger unless they wire money to a specified person.

This scam has recently been named “The Grandparent Scam.” My Co-op City grandparents will not allow a scammer to fool them. In most cases, the scammer does not even know who the victim or their family members are. Many calls or texts are initiated until someone falls for the scam. Wiring money to someone you do not know is almost never a good idea. If something seems out of order, notify authorities.

Another type of scam is a “sweepstakes”-based scam. In this case, the victim receives a real looking check. New technology makes it possible for this forged check to appear realistic. The quality of the forged check is so realistic that it can even fool banks or check cashing establishments. The problem comes in when the bank attempts to retrieve the funds associated with the check and finds that there are none. By this time, the victim may have already wired money to another state or country attempting to receive an even larger sum of money.

Unfortunately, the victim will most likely be responsible (Continued on page 34)

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

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

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

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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Public Safety Blotter 05/26/2019 – 06/29/2019

May 26 – 2047 Bartow Avenue Manager reported a burglary of this establishment when closed; an undetermined amount of merchandise was removed. This incident is under investigation.

May 27 – 100 Benchley Place A vehicle owner reported returning to his vehicle and finding a number of items missing.

May 30 – Earhart Lane Townhouse NYPD and CCPD officers responded to a townhouse when the owner reported seeing a suspicious person outside her rear window. A female was discovered inside a storage box. She was transported to a local hospital for evaluation.

May 31 – 120 Bellamy Loop A food delivery person reported being robbed by four males who took the food he had and fled.

June 01 – 140 Alcott Place A male was issued a Criminal Court Summons for disorderly conduct and a community complaint for anti-social behavior.

June 02 – 120 Benchley Place Officers responding to a report of a disorderly group issued one female two Criminal Court Summonses after she refused several lawful orders to disperse and spat on an officer. A Community Complaint for also issued for Anti-Social behavior.

(See page 34 for more Opportunities)

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What’s Goin’ On?

Co-op City Times / June 8, 2019

Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson Secretary

No Quorum?!?!

OK. It’s Saturday. There are just four days left to vote. Tell me you found that orange envelope holding your Riverbay Board Election ballot. You found it?

Terrific! Vote. Vote by mail or vote online, but now that you found that ballot – VOTE!!

Just in case someone asks, “Vote for what?” you’ll have to explain that every year we hold a Riverbay Board election. We have to. It’s in our by-laws. Each year, Co-op City shareholders vote to fill any empty spots so that there are always 15 members on the Board.

Each Board member serves a three-year term, unless something comes up. After three years, they need to run again, and if they choose to run again, they run. Usually, one third of the 15-member Board is up for reelection every year so that most years there are five spots to fill. But this year something came up.

This year, there are six open spots on the Board to fill and ten candidates trying and vying to fill them. Ten. Ten out of the potential candidate pool of 15,000.

Starting this year, Board members have term limits.

Term limits were voted in by referendum in last year’s election. Starting this year, if a candidate wins, he or she can run and win two more three-year terms before having to take a one-year break between runs. Starting this year, nine years — in a row – is the limit.

We, shareholders, don’t vote a whole new Board in every year. We’ve got to have some leftover people around who know a thing or two! But as of this year, “enough is enough, already” equals nine more years – tops. So take me, for example. I ran for the first time in 2018. Let’s say I choose to run again in 2021 – and win. Really? OK. Now 2024 rolls around. Victory!

Then 2027… will there be a 2027?? OK. Yay, I win

again. Poor me, I have to hang it up in 2030. But fear not. I can run again in 2031. Ha!!

With term limits, new people have a greater chance to squeeze onto “office” without waiting for a sitting someone to either declare, “Take this job and (you know what you can do with it!)” or croak. Term limits will provide more turnover possibilities in the future, but there was always the opportunity. We need to start grooming people to step up and take that opportunity.

But no one is wooing and winning over a community without taking part in that community. Get involved!

Take my seat in 2021! Please!

But back to 2019. If you haven’t found that orange envelope, despair not! You still have a few days left.

You’ll need to reach Election-America by email Help+Riverbay@election-america.com or by phone (877) 466-7875. Leave them a message. The Election America representatives work Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., so you’ll have to wait for a response.

Supply them with the right details and hopefully you’ll get the Code and Pin you need in order to vote before the Tuesday deadline. Vote on the Community Center computer and you’re all set. On your home computer, find the voting site at RiverbayVotes.com or at vote.election-america.com/riverbay.

Make sure you look for last minute voting tips and information in the paper. It will have the most up-todate info.

I’m saying “you” but it’s not you. You voted. If you are reading this, dollars to donuts, you already voted.

Some of you have been voting for five decades and you’re not stopping now. Gotta change that expression, though: dollars to donuts. One donut can cost more than a dollar. Another perfectly good nonsensical idiom bites the dust. It ain’t over till it’s over. Now that’s an expression with staying power! So please, do what you can to help others help us reach that quorum.

Of course, if we’ve already reached a quorum.

Yay! Thank you! And…never mind.

Set in Stone If you or a loved one… Ominous words, no? If you or a loved one ride buses in Co-op City, PAY ATTENTION!!! Some changes in the city’s bus system are about to be set in stone. How do I know? Because the bus line redesigning programming people wrote on their website: “The changes proposed in this Draft Plan are not set in stone.” That’s how I know they’re about to be set in stone.

Fast Forward Rides Again!

The Bronx Bus Network Redesign is well underway and major, major, major changes have been predetermined by the designers. It’s hard to find but try https://new.mta.info/bronxbusredesign to see the plans.

Remember when the MTA held a Fast Forward exploratory meeting here in Co-op City last October?

The MTA wanted to know what we wanted. We told them. We wanted: 1.) the bus routes that were cut in 2010 restored (but not so that Section 5 would have 45 minutes added back to their ride); 2.) A direct route Express bus to Wall Street because, “Hey! Riverdale has one!”; 3.) A later last bus leaving Lehman College; and 4.) Throw in a way to get to the Soundview Ferry and we’ll be happy.

More or less, that’s what we said. Check out the plans that “are not set in stone” and see what they heard.

The MTA took all that information and decided that the sole criteria for the new design should be speed, not consumer convenience, not the cost to the consumer.

Find out all you can about the plan, comment at https://mta-nyc.custhelp.com/app/comments_bronxbus, and try not to curse.

They’re holding open houses. Ours is scheduled for Thursday, June 27, 2019, from 6:00 - 8:30 p.m., in Bartow Community Center, Room 31. If you or a loved one ride Co-op City buses… BE THERE! You can reach me by voice or text at 718 219 2211 or by email at mpearson@riverbayboard.com.

Co-op City Democratic Club

The next meeting of the CCDC will be held on June 11 in the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, room 28, at 6:00 p.m.

Our next fundraiser will be held on Saturday, September 21. We will be making two stops during the day. We will stop at the lovely Mohegan Sun Resort Casino for fun at trying our luck on the gambling machines and/or the Poker tables. Let’s see who will be the big winner in our group.

We will move on from there to our next stop – the Nordic Lodge where we can eat as much as we want at their famous Lobster Buffet. So, invite a friend and come join us for a very relaxing fun-filled day. The cost of this all-day trip is $180 p.p. and the two stops we will be making is worth the money, so come on out and join us. For further information on the trip, please call Ms. June Grimes at (347) 457-8249.

It appears that the presidential candidates at the California convention believe that President Trump should be impeached. If you are in agreement, our club should let our representatives know how we feel about beginning impeachment proceedings. We cannot trust or believe Mr. Trump. Therefore, our goal is to organize and vote him out. He has lied to the American people on issues like immigration, healthcare, dealings with Russia, North Korea, our economy and so much more. If you share our perspective, then join the CCDC at our next meeting on June 11 at 6:00 p.m. Membership is $35.00 and $20 for students.

If anyone is interested in working for the Board of Election, please call Shirley Saunders, Female Democratic District Leader, at (646) 245-1795. —Shirley Saunders

Co-op City Times / June 8, 2019

Power Plant – The Heartbeat Of The Community

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at the plant. This saved us $500,000 in fees annually.

We all take for granted that when we turn on a light, Management Report Finally, we retained NAES, a national company that it will work or when it gets cold, that we will have heat. manages over 250 power plants, to oversee the manThe great majority of NYC residents get their utility agement of the plant. This allowed us to reduce the services from Con Edison or National Grid. At Co-op Riverbay management headcount while bringing three City, our own power plant provides these services. power generation and safety experts to the plant. NAES’ The plant is capable of producing up to 40 megawatts of electricity while also expertise has brought state-of-the-industry operations producing enough heat and hot water, and operating the cooling towers that provide air conditioning. A staff of 52 employees, primarily members of Local 94 and safety practices to the plant that has contributed to Operating Engineers Union – who also are responsible to maintain the underthe improved reliability and has increased staff producground distribution systems and electric switchgear and panels in the buildings – tivity and morale. operates the plant around-the-clock.

However, as I have written to you many times, we need to upgrade the infraThe current budget projects that it will cost $18.4 million to operate the power structure of our power generation and distribution systems. We have finally begun plant and maintain the grid this year. However, a significant amount of that cost the assembly of a new boiler #2 that we expect to have in service by early next is offset by the $7.7 million in revenue we expect to receive from sales of excess year. We continue to replace aging transformers in the buildings throughout the electricity to Con Ed, heat and hot water to Education Park and utilities to our complex. The power failure we experienced a few months ago to a significant porcommercial tenants. We have increased the revenue from the plant every year since tion of the community was traced to the failure of equipment in the buildings that I have been here while also finding major savings in the operations of the plant. is mostly original to the complex.

The increase in revenue is directly related to an increase in the reliability of the One final note. Every year when we switch from heating to cooling, we receive equipment in the plant. Just before I arrived here in July 2016, the corporation had complaints about why the heat is still on or why is it taking so long to get air conhired Anthony Ligato as director of Utility Assets. Working with Anthony, we out- ditioning. Let me explain why. There are two main factors why the start of the AC lined a program of equipment improvements that, over the past three years, has varies. First, our system is designed that in order to provide cooling, the heating led to the optimization of critical components of the plant, increased reliability of equipment must be shut down, serviced and converted to operations to produce the equipment, reduced costs of outsourced services and improved the manage- cooling. We cannot provide heat one day and cooling the next, then go back to heat because it gets cold outside. Second, we are legally required to be able to proment structure.

First, when cogeneration was added to the plant in 2006—which created the vide heat and maintain an interior temperature of 68 degrees during the day whenability to produce electricity—some of the new equipment was not properly com- ever the exterior temperature is below 55 degrees. This year, the May temperamissioned and was not working at full capacity. In particular, the water treatment tures were below average which required us to be able to meet these minimum system, a critical component to ensure impurities are removed before injecting it heat requirements and, therefore, pushed back the start of the cooling season to into the system, was still operating with temporary trailers costing $960,000 annu- June 1. We do not delay cooling in the spring or heat in the fall to save money or ally. Last year, we properly commissioned the system and put it into service, bring- purposely annoy residents. We really do think deeply about the schedule, keeping ing our annual cost for water treatment down to $215,000. a close eye on the weather and being fully mindful of our legal obligation to be Second, by developing regular preventive maintenance programs, we have able to provide heat when required between October 1 – May 31 every year. increased the overall reliability of the plant that allows us to increase the amount of electricity produced. What we do not use in the community is sold to Con Edison. This produced an increase of $1.1 million in revenue last year over the prior year and we have budgeted an additional revenue increase of at least $600,000 for this year.

Our cost to produce electricity is a function of the cost of natural gas, but recently has been close to 6 cents per kilowatt. Based on our NYS-approved tariff, Con Edison has to pay us an average market cost that last month was 32 cents per kilowatt. Increased reliability also reduces the need to import electricity from Con Ed when our equipment is down for repair and we are unable to produce our own electricity. Over the past two years, we have reduced our electric purchases by $700,000 annually.

Third, we have reviewed contracts for services provided by outside vendors that • Practicing in Co-op City since has produced $1 million in savings. The largest of this was rebidding the contract 1975 for advisory services for the purchase of natural gas which is the primary fuel used

Bob Klehammer

DR. LEWIS WOLSTEIN NOW ACCEPTING GHI!!

NOW ACCEPTING AETNA!!

Podiatrist — Foot Specialist

Riverbay Summer Internship Lottery Drawing

• Board Certified in Foot Surgery • ALL conditions of the foot treated • We

accept most health insurance plans

• Participating in the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program • Evening and Saturday appointments

Dr. Lewis Wolstein

Call: Riverbay Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer (right), draws the names of Co-op City residents who will participate in this year’s Riverbay Institute Summer Internship Program. The 39 interns will work in various departments throughout Riverbay including Residential Sales, Finance, and Corporate Administration Services. Mr. Klehammer is joined by (R-L) Cary Smith, III, assistant executive general manager; Noel Ellison, general manager; Warren Mitchell, assistant general manager; and Inelle Cooper, Riverbay Human Resources director.

Photo by Toriea McCauseland

“Se Habla Español”

718.671.7226 100 DeKruif Place

Building 8 • Ground Floor Section 1 • Co-op City • Bronx, NY 10475

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Succession Rights To An Apartment Co-op City Times / June 8, 2019

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

Some people were evicted from Co-op City because they were not in compliance with the regulations on succession rights from the NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) agency. So, let’s review these regulations to make sure that we understand how this process works.

Moving On Properly Some people thought that they could simply take over an apartment if a shareholder moved out or died.

In other cases, some shareholders subleased their apartment to someone that they met online. Then, guess what happened? In several cases, the incoming person did some really bad things in that apartment.

For instance, they started acting up when they moved here. Neighbors would smell marijuana smoke coming from their apartment. Then, there may have been disturbances in that apartment. Thereafter, they were evicted after an investigation was conducted.

In other cases, family members were living in an apartment with a shareholder. Then, something may have happened with that shareholder. Thereafter, the family members were the only residents living in that apartment. However, they soon found out that they needed advice on how to continue living in that apartment.

So, it’s very important to know the Mitchell-Lama regulations regarding succession rights if you live here. These regulations stipulate the conditions that family members of the vacating shareholder must follow to stay in that apartment. So, did the shareholder move out? Did they pass away? If yes, then certain regulations will be used to determine if the remaining family members can stay in that apartment.

If you ever review the Mitchell-Lama regulations, you’ll see that the term family member is a very big concept. Therefore, to be exact, these regulations state that a family member is a husband, wife, son, daughter, stepson, stepdaughter, father, mother, stepfather,

stepmother, brother, sister, nephew, niece, uncle, aunt, grandfather, grandmother, grandson, granddaughter, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, or daughterin-law of the tenant (in our case, shareholder.)

Additionally, the exact wording from their regulations state that the term family member: “also includes any other person residing with the tenant (shareholder) in the apartment as a primary or principal residence, who can prove emotional and financial commitment and interdependence between herself or himself and the tenant.”

Furthermore, the regulations state that a family member must have lived in the vacating shareholder’s apartment for two years if they’re under the age of 62 and they don’t have a disability. The regulations also state that the time period is one year if they’re over 62 (senior citizen) and have a disability.

Some of these requirements can be satisfied by having a history of the following documents: copies of bank accounts, credit card statements, driver’s licenses, employment records, income affidavits, income tax records, insurance records, motor vehicle registration documents, photos and other proof of going to events together, school registration documents, shared expenses, tax returns, voting records, and other documentation.

Our Sales Department is in charge of handling succession applications. So, please call them at 718-3203300 if you have any questions in reference to succession rights.

Speed Cameras – Drive Safely A child had just finished school and was simply walking across a street. Then, a car that was allegedly moving at a high rate of speed hit the child and dragged him down one block. Thereafter, the child died and the driver was arrested. Similarly, other children have also been hit by vehicles near their school.

Therefore, the governor recently signed a bill that will allow NYC to expand their camera program from 140 locations to 750 locations. Starting July 11, 2019, these cameras will be in effect from 6 a.m. - 10 p.m.

And, drivers that go above the posted speed limit will get hit with a $50 ticket. Signage will be posted to alert drivers that they’re entering a school zone.

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 family.

It is with heavy hearts that the Building 9 Association Executive Board acknowledges the transition of Ms. Alma Greaves at the graceful age of 93 years old. Miss Alma was a well-known and beloved, feisty fixture in the building and in the community. She and Miss Helen danced with the 60s Plus Swingers group for years. As Helen Blakes shared with me, “Alma was always the last person on the dance floor.” Miss Alma was a strong woman with a strong personality. She lived her life independently and on her own terms.

With that in mind, please remember to update your official Riverbay Corporation Emergency Contact information. If Riverbay is forced to breach your door or if some other emergency occurs, Riverbay Management will have the information you provide on file in order to make the proper notification(s). Please contact Ms. Lois English, CSO 1, for more information.

Our May building association meeting addressed affordable housing history, Mitchell-Lama law and policies, DHCR and Co-op City rules and regulations.

Our 2019 Annual Volunteer Recognition honorees are Jackie Lattie, Shirley McCann, Rosemary Bailey and Linda Holley. We appreciate their volunteer service throughout the year.

We thank attendees: Shirley Wells, Janet Yarrell, Wanda Rodriguez, Mary Walker, Eloise Coleman, Helen Blakes, Daisy McCoy, Mary Walker, Mitzi Cleare, Peggy Rembert, Wanda Randall, Evelyn Mavins, Barbara Cloud, Janet 2019 Building 9 Volunteer Corps.

Rosario, Shirley McCann, Rosemary Bailey, Gwen Anderson, Neil Offen, Gabriella Concepcion, Karen Blanchette, Jaimie Holley, Mr. Stancil, Luz Garcia and Augusto Bacquero, Rosemarie Masucci, Ellen Wilkins, Shirley Johnson, Marva Jenkins and Lonnie Woods.

As always, event photos will be posted on our lobby bulletin boards.

Please support our Annual Bake Sale today, Saturday, June 8, 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Please stop by the building association room in Building 9B lobby rear to sup-

Bottom line: I want to encourage everyone to please slow down and drive in a lawful manner.

Board Election – Vote Properly Riverbay sent out numerous robocalls encouraging our shareholders to vote for board candidates. So, I want to encourage everyone to please vote so that we can close out this election.

Additionally, please take out your phone or tablet right now and type in: Coop City Times 4/6/19. Then, please take a few minutes and read the entire article that states: “Board Approves 2-year Budget.”

This article contains lots of information about our budget and our upcoming carrying charge increases for July 1, 2019 and for July 1, 2020. Now, just by reading this article, you will learn a lot about our entire budget process for these 2 years.

A lot of residents have made a variety of comments about some of the candidates. So, now, it’s your time to make a decision on who should serve on our board.

Also, as a suggestion, it might be helpful to talk to residents here and ask them about some of the candidates. What does the community say about your choice of candidates?

What have your candidates done for our community? Are they trustworthy? Do you think that they can be bought? Have they ever helped anyone out? Have they ever written a viewpoint that has benefitted anyone? Can you rely on them to vote against resolutions that are not beneficial for our community? Please consider these points and vote in a proper manner.

Close You will have to deal with the candidates that you choose for the next three years. Three years!!! So, please make sure that you choose good candidates that will represent the best interests of our community.

Thank you.

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

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

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

port us.

I saw so many of you last Saturday, June 1, enjoying the Annual Fair on the Section 1 greenway.

Our Section 2 Summer Family Fun Day t-shirts have been ordered. Volunteers are needed to help with the activities. Please attend the next volunteer meeting on Monday, June 17, at 7 p.m. in the Building 13 association room. For more information, please see the flyer on our lobby bulletin boards.

Please join us on Carver Loop & Casals Place, Saturday, June 22, from noon until 6 p.m. for entertainment, food, games, competitions, music, dancing, face painting, races, etc.

“True love is built on free will and free choice, not control and manipulation.” – Ken Poirot —Linda Collins

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Co-op City Times / June 8, 2019

Shareholder-Owned “Cupcake Me” Opens in Einstein Center

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Britney Moss, a Co-op City shareholder, cultivated a passion for baking her whole life, and now she gets to share her gift with her Co-op City neighbors and the world through her store, Cupcake Me, located in the Einstein Mall.

Cupcake Me held its grand opening last Sunday, June 6, and its owner couldn’t be more excited about the opportunity.

“It’s something I’ve wanted to do since I was a little girl,” Moss said.

Britney said that she has been baking ever since she was younger by learning from family traditions and recipes passed down from generation to generation. She says that she still uses recipes that have been circulating in her family since the 1800’s. “Everything I know is all self-taught – home taught,” she said.

Two and a half years ago, Britney took the chance to chase her dream of opening her own store and she hasn’t looked back since. “Honestly, my true inspiration comes from my daughter,” she said.

And, Britney means that quite literally as she recalled how big of a hit the specialty cake she made for her daughter’s birthday was. People kept asking about the cake and soon enough Britney found herself making specialty cakes and cupcakes for more people as the word spread about her baking. That momentum, in turn, led her to opening a pop-up shop in the Bay Plaza Mall for a half of a year. Following that, she decided to keep on saving up for a while, and with the help of her family and friends, she was finally able to open Cupcake Me. The bakery not only offers desserts from a variety of cakes and cupcakes, it also has other types of favorites, such as chocolate-covered strawberries and cake pops.

Cupcake Me takes a lot of pride in its custom-order cakes, especially, as Britney cites being asked to make cakes for all types of events.

Store hours are subject to change in the future, but as of now, Cupcake Me is open Monday from noon to 5 p.m. with limited selection, and Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 7 p.m.

Building 25 Association

Schools will be closing soon for summer break, please be mindful of our community activity changes; there will be children of all ages out and about on the greenway so use caution when riding your bikes on the greenway. Help keep our greenway clean, throw your trash in the receptacles, dispose of beer and liquor bottles safely. Don’t throw raw eggs against benches, we pay the price for the clean-up. Don’t throw items out of windows, someone can get seriously hurt, or worst, killed.

I will be in the lobby collecting names on June 15 between 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

If you miss this deadline, you can leave your name or your child’s name and school graduating from with our lobby attendant so that you/they too may receive the honor of having your/their name mentioned in our Co-op City Times.

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

Due to construction blocking several building meeting rooms in our area, please watch for posting in the lobby regarding our next meeting.

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

I will close with the following saying: “Trouble is so easy to get into and hard as heck to get out of.” (my mother) —Wanda Bailey

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

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

Celebration of Life – On Sunday, June 9, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. in the association room located in the rear of Building 10B, we will be celebrating the life of Maxine Sullivan. Maxine was the Building 10 association president.

She passed away on April 24, 2019. We are asking everyone to bring a dish and come share your memories of Maxine. For more information, please call 917-566-7804 or 917-880-5594.

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

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

Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 917488-5237.

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

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

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

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

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

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

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Co-op City Times / June 8, 2019

Director’s Viewpoint

Jerome L. Rice

While I support the many talented people who reside in our very diverse community, I don’t support anyone who dares to circumvent the selection process on how we award contracts to anyone. I recently reviewed a $20,000 contract to prepare a 20minutes video for new shareholders. Here are just some of my concerns: • It cost us a whole lot less to do commercials for the 50th anniversary by a director’s relative that we paid and have never seen.

• If a director has any working relationship with that vendor, like participates in any of their shows, then that director must disclose that to the Board and should recuse themselves from making any decisions on awarding that person a contract.

• Videos don’t have the flexibility to answer questions should there be any. I recommend that the chair of the Sales Committee attend the new shareholders meeting to address any questions.

• Because of the ongoing changes in our community, are we going to keep making videos for $20,000 of the shareholder’s money?

If, in fact, we are going to keep homes affordable, we have to start with ourselves by spending the people’s money responsibily. We should be looking at side-by-side comparisons on everything and no one should try to flush someone they have a working relationship with down our throats; let’s do things the right way. I plan to vote NO on anything that is not done the right way, this includes the current request for additional money for the Dreiser Loop Center and any additional funding for the 50th anniversary until we get a grip on the spending. A recent request for $11,000 to feed some of the original shareholders of Co-op City – that’s too much money to spend on food.

I believe we should have highlighted these people during the gala at the Marina del Rey instead of the elected officials and others who got in for free.

Free Disaster Go-Bags On July 23 inside the Bartow Community Center, room #31, the Security Committee will be working in conjunction with the Governor’s office and the

Not On My Watch

New York Army National Guard to give away 200 Disaster Go-Bags. Everyone must first register online at www.prepare.ny.gov, then click on online training to register. Anyone showing up to the workshop who has not registered will not receive a disaster Go-Bag, no exceptions. So please register while supplies last.

I am proud to have provided free and creditable training to both the Security Committee and shareholders. Both CPR and NARCAN training prepare shareholders should they come upon someone who has stopped breathing or overdosed. There is still more training to offer to the community, like stop the bleeding, shooting simulator so that you will experience what law enforcement experiences. Special thanks to the Bronx C.E.R.T, FDNY and, of course, my Security Committee.

Should All Board Meetings Be Public?

In an effort to promote transparency and honesty and ease some of the voting concerns as to who shareholders should vote for or not vote for, I think that all Board meetings should be open to the public where they can see first-hand who is working on behalf of the people of the community. Speaking of voting, if you have not yet voted when the election was extended, then you are the problem. It will cost this community $30,000 to hold another election.

Don’t be the shareholder who attends meetings to complain, but who has never taken the time to vote either by mail, online or by kiosk. Shame on you if this is you, because you are part of the problem, not part of the solution. Get involved and vote.

Be Aware Of False Websites On Crimes I was made aware by a member of my Security Committee of a website to which someone is referring people to render any information regarding the recent shooting of three young males. Let me be clear that those websites are not the approved location to render any information on crimes. I recommend that you either call the 45 Pct. or communicate through CCPD. The Security Committee does not solve or discuss any crimes through social media nor do we recom-

mend any website to share any information. Please be extra careful on who you share information with.

On another note, I want to thank everyone who came out to the press conference held by Rev. Dr. Debra Jenkins to denounce violence in our community. We will continue to maintain the standard of living in our community. Thank you, Rev. Dr. Debra Jenkins, for your continuous work in our community.

About Co-op City’s Shareholders As shareholders residing in a very diverse and caring and safe community, we demand that all shareholders be responsible neighbors by not allowing our guests to park in front of our buildings blasting loud music and leaving trash when they drive off. We are also against those who display unauthorized items from their balcony or anyone committing any crimes, minor or major, that will lower our standards of living. If this doesn’t apply to you, enjoy your stay where almost everything you desire is within arms reach for your enjoyment.

Community Policing & Community Relation I was made aware of a concern regarding CCPD giving fist bumps to people in the community. As a retired law enforcement supervisor and Board director let me be clear, we are not here to tell law enforcement how to do their job. We are here to oversee their overall performance. We don’t know why they are taking such approach. I do know that community relations plays a major role in community policing and intel gathering and that it is a way to also gain community trust. Would there be an uproar if they did the same thing to a young male under 12 years of age? Let CCPD do their jobs, and address the ongoing problems with our convectors and maintenance. Finally, some say why can’t we all get along?

If looking the other way is considered getting along, sorry, I’m out.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

What a fun day was had by everyone at the Co-op City Fair. There were wonderful food booths, children’s toys and games, theme booths, get acquainted with other clubs, and religious group information was available, too. People of all ages danced and carried on for different causes and themes. The performers on stilts were phenomenal.

Now here comes the spoiler alerts: posting fliers on poles, buildings and other places that are entered is illegal in Co-op City; putting up yellow police tape and not taking it down afterwards thus making walking a hazard, garbage not disposed of properly was clearly a problem, too. It seems to some, was there voting opportunity at the fair? If there had been, it might have sped up this long campaign.

Our Board of Directors’ election ballot was mailed by May 10. What about you? Not making the voting quorum, the numbers necessary, costs the community in so many ways. So, get your ballot in, by phone, computer, and “whatever way” mail; we need a few hundred more eligible voters, appreciate what we have here and do your job, vote! How about you? It is so important to participate in the process in a timely fashion and get it done. “The deadline extension” necessity is ridiculous. We hope the quorum is reached. On Channel 2’s “Sunday Morning,” Scot Pelley spoke about his new book on Theodore Roosevelt and made interesting points about voting. This is our role in our democracy. We must take it seriously.

Please take notice if your Co-op City Times is delivered incorrectly. Correct is folded in your door or through your mail slot. It should never be left/placed on the concrete. Please, pick-up cans, bags and cups from the gutters and sidewalks.

Discard your garbage correctly! Report pot holes to 3-1-1 – repair is not immediate, but records are kept. “Hot” items like toasters, floor heaters, microwaves, and the refrigerator shouldn’t be on extension cords. Finally, check your fire extinguisher for the expiration date Just got a call from “Angela of the Warranty Department, she just called to say they sent an alert that our Warranty was about to expire” and we “should press #1 for more information.” This is another scam!

We send sincere condolences to the family of Mr. George Clarke. It was with great sadness that we read his obituary in last Saturday’s newspaper.

Our Broun Place executive committee wishes those recovering from illness and hardships a speedy, complete recovery and many good days ahead. Just keep dancing! Neighbor Thea Lowe is, unfortunately, back on the list of those we are hoping will have a speedy, complete recovery. Graduation time has arrived. We

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applaud all the graduates and send best wishes for their future.

—Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Building 32 Association

With the end of Spring in sight, we of the Building 32 Association hope you have great plans for the summer.

To kick-off the season, the Building 32 Association will have its annual Bake Sale on Saturday, June 15, between 12 p.m. and 6 p.m. Make your way to the association room at the rear of the lobby in Building 32B to purchase some of your favorite baked goods. There will be cookies, cakes, cupcakes, pastries and other tasty treats for you to indulge that sweet tooth! If you wish to donate baked goods for the event, bring them to the association room by 11 a.m., June 15.

Proceeds will be used directly for future Building 32 events. During the Bake Sale, feel free to inquire about renting a table from us to sell your food or other wares for an upcoming Co-op City community event in September.

Our next General Meeting will be held on June 18 at 7:30 p.m. Scheduled to attend will be a Riverbay Board officer. This would be a good opportunity for you to come and ask your many questions about the current state of Riverbay and Co-op City. Also, at the June 18 meeting, we will have a 50/50 raffle and a second raffle in which one lucky attendee will win a brand new First Alert fire extinguisher! You gotta’ be in it to win it!

The new elevators are still in the process of being installed. These elevators are smaller than the old ones, so please be mindful that any furniture you purchase soon or any piece you are removing needs to fit!

Lastly, there are concerns about the laundry room. It has come to our attention that there are cooperators taking the pink ‘out of order’ slips and putting them on the laundry machines to “reserve” that machine for several hours. This practice needs to stop! It causes delays in the usage of machines which affects us all! We are busy people, you wouldn’t like it if this caused you a delay. It’s disrespectful, so don’t do it! Try to practice good laundry room etiquette!

Not only should you keep an eye out for disrespectful actors in the laundry room, be on the lookout for outsiders/non-cooperators using the laundry room.

This is a violation! Please contact Public Safety if you see this occurrence.

Remember, if you see something, say something!

—Ezekiel Springer Jr.

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Co-op City Graduate Spotlight Congratulations to our Daughter!

The Hartridge family of Co-op City would like to share a very proud occasion as our daughter, Patricia Pabon, earned a Master’s degree in Public Health from CUNY Graduate School of Public Health & Policy. She also received merit honor from the dean.

We are so proud of Patty and the example she has set for her sister, Yvonne (“Bam Bam”) who will earn her BA in Exercise Science from the University of Maine next year. Patty worked so hard for this milestone, and we are so proud of her! —Ron and Patty Hartridge

Proud of you, Kayla!

—Nana Bibe Tolliver & Family

It’s Graduation Time!

Shareholders, if you have a graduate or a student who excelled this past school year, let us know so their accomplishments can be shared with your neighbors. Send your submissions to cctimes @riverbaycorp.com or call us at 718-320-3300, x3375/6.

Congratulations, Kelly!

We would like to celebrate our daughter, Kelly Cruz, 5 years old, as she graduates from Learning Ladders Pre K. Kelly, you have grown so much this year and now you’re ready for Kindergarten.

We love you so much and are excited to see you move on the next step of your journey. God bless you.

—Cruz family

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Co-op City Working Families Party

Found Us at the Fair?

For Working Families members, the June 1 Section 1 Community Fair was an opportunity to promote our progressive point of view in these divisive times. In essence, our mission is to promote tolerance and end second-class citizenship. Become a warrior for justice and equality. That’s what this group stands for. Stand with this group.

Quorum?

The Riverbay Board of Directors election voting period has been extended through June 11. If a quorum has not yet been reached, we must help convince people to vote. All Working Families/Indivisible Co-op City members and allies: encourage our neighbors to vote in this year’s Riverbay Board of Directors election by Tuesday at 11:59 p.m.

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

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

As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members, we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community; and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. Last Meeting Here’s what you missed if you missed the last meeting on May 28: 1.) Next season, beginning in September, we will meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month through June 2020.

2.) Several videos. Three of the videos were simple introductions to a different way of voting intended to make a greater number of voters more content with election results. Videos like those shown can be found by Googling Rank Choice Voting aka Instant Run-off Voting. Here’s a simple one to get you started: https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rgo-eJ-D__s. Follow up with the politics of voting with YouTube videos by CGP Grey.

The final video shown on May 28 was one of Robert Reich’s latest: “What’s the Real American Story?” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvCtwDAQta0 Do yourself a favor and watch this description of how hope vs. fear determines political power.

Next Meeting June 25 Tuesday, June 25, is the last scheduled meeting of the Working Families/Indivisible group until September. The June 25 meeting will be the last one booked on the 4th Tuesday of the month for the foreseeable future. It will be held in Einstein, room 35, at 7:00 p.m.

Expect a reminder call or email or just come! It’s always nice meeting new members and getting reacquainted with those who have recently joined the group. We need your dues, but what we really want is your presence and your input. Remember, you don’t have to have a family or a job to join us, you can be single or retired and still join the Co-op City Working Families Party. All progressives are welcome.

For more details, text or call 718-219-2211 or email mpjazz@optonline.net.

—Mary Pearson

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The Essence of a Smile

No greater display of emotions is as revealing as a common smile.

Although its significance can be misconstrued depending on its style.

When we observe the facial expressions we can sense what it displays; is it just from idle pleasantries or from the heart which does it praise?

The power of a smile can be like a hug from someone close, especially at those crucial times or when you need it most.

A smile can express how we feel, it can say a kind hello; without words it can instill goodwill in places that you go.

There are many ways our bodies express the way we feel inside, but without a touch it says so much of what it can reveal.

A frowning face can set the pace of what the day has in store, so here’s a smile of mine that I offer anytime if you promise to give me yours.

—Frank Mayes

Building 30 A and B Association

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

PoKeno – Friday, 6/14, with the door opening at 7 p.m. and games starting at 7:30.

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

—Linda Werner

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

Emergency: 718-671-3050 www.ccpd.us

Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 @CCPDnyc

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Building 2A/2B Association

Greetings, neighbors!

Our May 14 building association meeting was well attended. Our guest speakers at this meeting were two Albert Einstein College of Medicine study coordinators, Alexis Burgess and Vanessa Claris. They provided us with information about a 27-month multicultural healthy diet research study that will be conducted using volunteers between 40-65 years of age who live, work or attend school in Co-op City. The study will examine if changes in eating patterns can reduce memory loss and risk for Alzheimer’s disease. If you would like additional information or wish to apply to participate in the study, please call the Multicultural Healthy Diet Study team at (718) 430-3823.

Spring Tag Sale – The Building 2 spring Tag Sale held on May 4 in the building association meeting room and on June 1, at the community fair was a huge success. We applaud Penelope Patterson, Steve Paintner and Adelina Martinez for all their hard work in coordinating this fundraising event. We also extend our thanks to everyone who donated items for the Tag Sale and to those who participated and volunteered to help.

Happy Birthday to those celebrating their special day during the month of June.

Welcome to our new neighbors and Get Well Wishes to those recuperating from an illness. We extend our Condolences and prayers to those who have suffered a loss.

Congratulations, graduates! Keep on keeping on in the pursuit of your dreams. We are very proud of you and wish all of you the very best in your future endeavors.

Happy Fathers’ Day Wishes to all the wonderful fathers and father figures in in our Co-op City community. Enjoy your special day of celebration!

Next Meeting – Our next general association meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 11, at 7 p.m. in the association room behind Building 2B. The guest speaker at this meeting will be porter supervisor, Javier Valenzuela. This will be our last meeting before our summer hiatus. Please mark your calendars and plan to attend.

—Georgianna Rodriguez

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Co-op City Sports

Velocity Track Club New York

Velocity Track Club New York continues to make great strides as they forge toward the National Championship. On Saturday, May 25, we competed in the VO2Max Track Club, Inc. Youth Preseason Invitational at Dewitt Clinton and on Sunday, May 26, we competed at the Southern Connecticut Youth Invite at the newly renovated Bowen Field at James Hillhouse High School in New Haven, Connecticut. Both meets had good competition and only the top three athletes in their event/gender earned awards. Medals were hard to obtain due to weather reaching 90 degrees and the competition being fierce at each meet.

Velocity was up for the task, we brought home a total of 35 medals (13 Gold, 13 Silver & 9 Bronze). Plus, we had many athletes break their (PR) personal records.

The following athletes medaled: In the 5 & 6 age division: Savannah Blake (3 medals) and Bryce Hickman (2 medals). In the 7 & 8 age division: Cameron Joseph (2 medals), Ethan Lee (medal). 9 & 10 age division: Shyenne Blake (3 medals), Hannah Deflorimonte (medal), Kaylin Strachn (2 medals), Adeyemi Senior (medal) Pierce Parker (medal), 11 & 12 age division: Talia Dixon (2 medals), Saniah Caldwell (2 medals), Dakota Hickman (medal) and Sachin Ramharak (4 medals). 13/14 age division: Saggi Hemmings (medal), Jada Clarke (3 medals), Dontae Lindo (3 medals) and Jared Dawson (3 medals). Congratulations to all who competed.

Our next meet will be the USATF New York Championship/ Regional Qualifier on Saturday, June 15, & Sunday, June 16, at Icahn Stadium Randall’s Island.

Come out and see your future Olympians.

Velocity Track Club New York is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit. One hundred percent of your donation will go towards helping our children. Support our youth so they can continue to do great things! For additional information, you can go to our website, Velocitytrack.org, or contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins, at 914-441-6196 or email watclt@aol.com.

—Coach Winston Dinkins

Matthew Miller Competes at Syracuse Open Martial Arts Tourney

Last Saturday, June 1, Co-op City’s Matthew Miller competed at the Syracuse Open Martial Arts Tournament at Syracuse University. Representing Power of Self Goju, Matthew took First Place in the Black Belt Kata Division. Then, representing Martial Way Kung-fu Center here in Co-op City, Matthew was edged out of First Place and took Second Place in the Black Belt Weapons Division. Matthew then placed third in the Black Belt Sparring Division, winning 2 out of 3 fights. In photo above, Matthew poses with Sensei Java (left), host of the Syracuse Open Martial Arts Championships.

MTA Real-Time Service Updates

The most up-to-date information on MTA service status is always available at www.mta.info. For immediate notice of service changes, sign up for email or text alerts at www. mymtaalerts.com. For weekend subway service changes, visit web.mta.info/weekender.

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Happy Saturday; hope everyone is doing well. I spoke to Ray Fraticelli about the lobby music and he informed me there was a power outage due to a circuit breaker issue. The lobby music should be back on by the time you read this article. If you should ever notice the lobby music is not playing or it is too low, please do not hesitate to call the Cooperator Service Office (CSO) and ask for either Ray Fraticelli or Lois English, our area managers, at 718-320-3300.

Our next and last meeting before we go on our Summer Hiatus is Friday, June 14, at 7:30 p.m. in our association room, located at 120 Donizetti Place, aka Bldg.

4B. Topics to be discussed: Indoor/outdoor Holiday decorations, lobby plants and our summer events.

Tickets to our upcoming fundraiser bus trips are almost gone so if you want to go, you have to let us know. All tickets are on a first come, first served basis and are non-refundable.

Hershey Park – Saturday, July 20. Cost is $83 which includes transportation on a luxury charter bus, continental breakfast served on the bus, a movie each way and entry to the park. Departure is 7:00 a.m. sharp! Return time is 7:00 p.m.

The deadline for ticket purchases and all payments is July 1.

Resorts Casino, Atlantic City – Saturday, August 3. Cost is $40 which includes $10 slot pay, transportation on luxury charter bus, a continental breakfast served in our association room at 7:00 a.m. and a movie each way. Departure time is 8:00 a.m. sharp! Return time is 8:00 p.m. Minors are not allowed in the casino and will therefore not receive the $10 slot play. Go for the casino, go to relax on the beach, go to enjoy the rides or go shopping at the outlet stores. The deadline for ticket purchase is July 21.

For tickets, please call Steven Vega at 212-942-8645; Dawn Mitchell at 347570-9638 or Diane Windley at 646-2717377.

I’d like to congratulate anyone celebrating a joyous occasion. Please remember to check on your elderly neighbors especially those who live alone. Let’s continue to create and uphold a community of trust and comradery.

When we plant the seeds of self-doubt, only noxious weeds sprout. When we limit ourselves with low expectations, the growth of the tree of happiness immediately ceases…–Dr. Daisaku Ikeda —Steven Vega

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At the Circus Godzilla: King Of The Monsters

GODZILLA: KING OF THE MONSTERS was a crazy film. This is some of the most exciting Monster Mayhem ever seen on film. I think this basically took the cake of how monster-fights should be. It was done so well.

The SFX were on another level.

The details of the monsters were out of this world. Some close-ups of the expressions of the monsters, especially Godzilla, gave goosebumps for sure.

So awesome! Basically, at the last hour, they kept upping the ante of the destruction – some of the most thrilling action sequences – on par with Endgame and John Wick 3 stuff.

I could have done without the cheese stuff though. I get it, sometimes you’ve got to throw in a bit of one-liners here and there and, to some extent, Marvelizing it sometimes is the way to go, but in some scenes, it was kind of random and simply didn’t work. Not to say it took away from the film because, in my opinion, it didn’t. And to the same reviewers basically who said there wasn’t enough Godzilla action in the first one and that there was too much in this one, is the most asinine things I have ever heard. Only gripe is the humans’ storyline I guess got bogged down a bit and dragged for a minute or so.

There has to be a plot though. So it is what it is.

I actually thought the actors were really good especially Kyle Chandler. I always stand with COACH! (character made famous from his incredible series FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS). Millie Bobby Brown in her first Hollywood film was actually quite amazing. Ken Watanabe is always there just springing knowledge on everyone, doing what he does best. Bradley Whitford was great as well, he got some funny one-liners in there. Charles Dance just oozes evil, he is always a great bad guy. Vera Farmiga is always amazing to look at as well. Love her. But yes, the human aspect of this film was surely a weaker point, but that is because the monster stuff was so expertly done, everyone wanted more and, in my opinion, we surely got a lot and then some. The fights were just so incredible.

I actually urge you to see this on IMAX, if possible, because it was spectacularly immense. The roars, the bone-crunches, the destruction was eye-popping and pulse pounding. Crazy good. 8/10 Godzilla: King of the Monsters – (2019) PG-13, 132 Minutes Michael Doughterty – Writer, Director Kyle Chandler – Mark Russell Vera Farmiga – Dr. Emma Russell Millie Bobby Brown – Madison Russell Ken Watanabe – Dr. Ishiro Serizawa Bradley Whitford – Dr. Rick Stanton

BY ANATOLIY BUDNITSKIY

A little something for Co-op City kids of all ages was had this past Memorial Day, thanks to UniverSoul Circus’ Mt. Vernon run. There were tumblers, high wire artists, dog tricks, horse tricks, jogging zebras, dancing camels, sugar-coated clowns, bendy-bone boys, brave and beautiful show girls, twelve foot tall stilt walkers, twenty foot high puppets, vaudeville skits, flying motorcyclists, a two-thousand voice Karaoke chorus of “My Girl,” all ending in a call for global unity. Make sure you’re there next year! —Mary Pearson Photos by Mary Pearson

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Open Door Ministries

Dry wells never Satisfy (Full sermon at opendoorministries.net)

Jeremiah 2:13 “For My people have committed two evils: They have abandoned (rejected) me, the fountain of living water, and they have carved out their own cisterns, broken cisterns that cannot hold water.

Jehovah – God reflects on the fact that his people, those that he called, redeemed and freed have rejected him. The rejection is not for something better or greater but for false and useless gods. The Israelites not only rejected their only true source of sustenance, but burdened themselves with false comfort through the digging of broken wells. They were not even aware of their thirst although always thirsty.

John 4:7 When a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, “Will you give me a drink?” 9 The Samaritan woman said to him, “You are a Jew and I am a Samaritan woman. How can you ask me for a drink?” For Jews do not associate with Samaritans. 10 Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him, and he would have given you living water.”

The woman tried to draw Jesus into a religious debate, but he did not satisfy her. Instead he went straight to the truth. He let her know that he knew all about her dry well, but he had water to satisfy. We also often seek comfort in children or grandchildren, in jobs or education, in sex or alcohol. We lie to ourselves that we are fulfilled and in good standing. Yet the dryness in our souls consumes us even as we pray and sing and read the Bible.

11 “Sir,” the woman said, “you have nothing to draw with and the well is deep. Where can you get this living water? 13 Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, 14 but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”

The Samaritan woman also had a thirst that could not be quenched. Five husbands and now living with another man yet with no satisfaction. She had dug a dry well and continued to go back and forth to get water in an impotent situation. We do the same. When we pursue all the desires of our wicked hearts and forget about the dryness in our souls. There is only eternal life in Jesus – who came to provide eternal satisfaction. We are promised that troubles will end and that even now we are filled with hope that bubbles over through the inner working of the Holy Spirit. Our thirst is quenched in him.

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

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

Blessings in Christ, —Pastor Luis Ramos

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Building 27 Association

Hello, neighbors. Summer will be here shortly, let’s hope for a good weather season.

Riverbay Election – Unfortunately, we did not meet the quorum of votes, the deadline has been extended to June 11, 2019. We are almost there; with your vote, we will meet the quorum. Did you vote? If not, please vote!

Congratulations – To all the graduates, we wish them well as they pursue their goals in life.

Happy Father’s Day – Enjoy the day.

Building 27 Association – Last meeting before hiatus was held on Wednesday, May 22. We had two speakers. Ms. Helen Atkins of the Archcare Timebank program, expounded on the Timebank program/Neighbors Helping Neighbors. There are 36 members who share their time and it is a flexible way to get involved in helping each other in one’s own community. This is such a great idea.

Family member or friend will not have to take off from work or, if they do not live nearby, there just may be a neighbor available.

Copies of information were provided involving so many activities one can offer help with, such as baking, escorting, running errands, visiting in homes, hospitals, nursing homes. There is so much one can really offer right in their own building, community.

For example, one had a knee replacement, and one cataract surgery, and both were escorted by a Timebank member. Registration is required; one may call Ms. Atkins at 929-399-1388, and this is listed in the Co-op City Times.

Ms. Ann Moncrieffe, director of Bartow and

Einstein Senior Centers, said that social workers are offered one at each center. She emphasized the need for seniors to support Einstein Center to keep it open and funded for the various activities provided by JASA. Ms. Moncrieffe stated that there will be a concert in motion on June 11, rm.

49. If there are any homebound persons, let her office know and arrangements can be made for a visit from the concert in motion to play music for them in their home. The stress is for participation to preserve the senior centers and programs. We all thanked both speakers for their valuable information.

Dirty Diapers and Trash – It is again brought to our attention that dirty diapers and trash are being thrown out of Bldg. 27C. A suggestion was given by VP Nelson Sweeting to contact CSO/ Public Safety; a camera can be installed to monitor the building’s window areas to determine where these annoying activities are coming from.

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

Pray for peace among world leaders now more than ever. Leaders and leadership choices and decisions affect our very daily lives. At the end of the day, be nice, respectful and offer kindness to your neighbor; life is too short.

The three great essentials to achieve anything worthwhile are hard work, second, stick-to-itiveness and third, common sense. –Thomas A. Edison —H. Overman

If you enjoy being creative, painting will give you much satisfaction. BVA’s art classes will resume in the fall, watch for beginning classes in September.

Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s art instructor, is the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork. You can call M. Groves at 201-862-0847 or S. Lochansky at 718-379-1049 for more information. You can register by mail by indicating the class time desired. Tuition can be sent to Baychester Visual Arts, P.O. Box 678, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

Visit our studio room 5 on Tuesdays and see beautiful paintings on display. You will be amazed at the artwork done by BVA members. Many of our members have won awards at art shows. Some of

our members started to paint for the first time when joining BVA and they have been pleased with their completed work.

Beginning on May 28, we will have an Art Show at the Baychester Library located at the Bartow Mall. The paintings are located above the bookshelves. You will be impressed with the beautiful artwork on display for the month of June celebrating Bronx Month.

BVA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization that needs your support to continue offering high level art instruction at these bargain prices. So come join BVA on this fabulous artistic trek, take a class, make a tax deductible donation and feel the satisfaction of being a creator and/or patron of the arts.

All checks should be made out as indicated above.

Science is for the body and art is for the soul.

—Sylvia Lochansky

Baychester Visual Arts Association

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National Council Of Negro Women

Membership Meeting – Our last membership meeting before the summer break will be tomorrow, Sunday, June 9, at 3:00 p.m. in room 11, Dreiser Center.

Our focus will be on our youth and millennials, especially the graduates of 2019.

Our president, Lori Melton, has invited a few youth and millennials to come and share a few words about themselves and their plans for after graduation and if they graduated prior to 2019, to share what they are doing now. They may speak for about 3 minutes at around 4:30 p.m. President Melton would also like to share with them written words of wisdom and advice that each can have as a keepsake shared from our members. They are our future!

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

Miracle of Christmas – Join Co-op City Section NCNW on Saturday, November 16, as we travel to Lancaster, PA to Sight & Sound Theatres to see “Miracle of Christmas.” Our price is $170 per adult and $120 per child (under 12 years of age). The ticket price includes admission to Sight & Sound, roundtrip motor coach transportation and lunch at Golden Corral. The payment schedule is $50 deposit due by July 13, $50 due by August 24 and the balance is due by September 30. Non-refundable checks payable to NCNW Co-op City Section

Black Forum

Food Pantry Update The Emergency Food Pantry is tentatively scheduled to reopen in June 2019. New and exciting clients living in 10475 (only) can register to get food/supplies on the following days: Sections 1, 2, 3, 4, register Wed., June 12, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m., Bartow, room #28; Thurs., June 13, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Dreiser, room #1; Thurs., June 19, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Dreiser, room #8. Additional dates for Section 5 will be posted, if any arise.

All guests must present up-to-date ID with a 10475 zip code. Please bring one of the following government issued IDs: Driver, Non-Driver, or NYC ID. No exceptions. Anyone 18+ of age can register.

Only one participant per household. The pantry’s opening date will be posted here in the near future. The new distribution location is 920 Baychester Avenue. The entrance faces the yellow school house.

Defensive Driving Last class for the season: Saturday, June 8, 9 a.m. 3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, room 1 (top floor); $35 per person. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early. Bring your current driver’s license and a pen. Late arrivals may not be admitted. Walk-ins are welcomed but only a $35 cash payment will be accepted the day of the class – NO checks. Call any day by noon of the day before class to register for seating. Please leave a voicemail at (718) 320-8035 and someone will return your call. Kindly leave your name, telephone number and a brief message.

Nordic Lodge & Mohegan Sun Casino Trip Waiting List Only – Join us Saturday, August 17, for an amazing dining experience at the award winning Nordic Lodge/Lobster Fest, in Charlestown, RI. Enjoy 2-hours of an all-you-can-eat seafood, plus buffet with lobster, prime rib, specialty desserts and more!

The fun continues at Mohegan Sun Casino. $170 includes dining, shopping, & round-trip coach transportation. Three payments are past due. Please make checks, payable to ‘Black Forum of CO-OP City,’ and mail to 920 Baychester Avenue, #19B, Bronx, NY 10475. Include name & phone number of attendee. Please call 917-209-5334 or 718-320-0033 if you have questions.

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

—D. Illis

Please remember to curb your dog!

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may be mailed to P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. Our bus will depart from 177 Dreiser Loop at 9 a.m. sharp. For more information, contact (718) 379-3788, (646) 270-1985 or (917) 399-2643.

Cataract Awareness Month – Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States. Cataracts are a clouding of the lens of the eye which prevents passage of light into the eye. The solution to cataracts is cataract surgery, which requires a surgeon to remove the deteriorated lens and replace it with an artificial lens. It is one of the most common surgeries in the United States. In fact, the entire surgery lasts only about 20 minutes, and most people can resume normal activities fairly rapidly.

Save the Date – Mark September 28 on your calendars now. On that date, NCNW will have our Community Health Fair in room 31, Bartow Center, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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

—Joyce Howard

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African American Association

Elections!!!

Our next general meeting will be Monday, June 17, at 7 p.m. sharp. There will be a small celebration immediately after. There will be food and drinks. Members are encouraged to bring their favorite dish to share.

It is time for elections at the African American Association. All paid members are eligible to vote. We encourage all members to consider a position. There are many positions available. The following positions are: president/vice president, first vice president, treasurer, secretary, corresponding secretary. There are also committees that are available.

We all have the opportunity to make a difference in our community. The African American Association is a great way to start.

There is so much we need to do and we want to include you. Are you still waiting to become a member? Why are you waiting? Now is the best time to become a member. Setting aside the discounts you receive to most of our functions, the information and pride of membership in The African-American Association is unmeasurable.

Culture, economics, health and education will continue to be our focus in 2019. Portions of our Meetings may be recorded in order to archive some events.

Our new number for the African-American Association is 929-430-3255.

The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation.

Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. For a nominal fee, you will

have fun and stay in shape. For more information, call Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2. Also 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in Einstein, Section 5. Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

Institute for Youth/Adult Study Group – Meets every 2nd and 4th Monday, Dreiser Center, room #15, 7 p.m. Contact Heru Maat, herumaat@msn.com.

Karaoke – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm.

15. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Salsa Class – Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop, Auditorium A. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Specialized Workshops /Programs – Life Group workshops (Understanding My Money/My Relationships/My Politics/My Culture. For more information, contact Kevin at 646-721-8185.

Yoga And Zumba – Classes on Saturday start at 10:00 a.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2.

General Membership Meeting – The next meeting will be Monday, June 17. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please read our weekly column for updates. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (Do Not mail cash) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: African-American Association of Coop City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc/Email us at: aaaccpower@gmail.com.

—Kevin Lambright

Building 13 Association

Hope you didn’t miss the Co-op City Fair last Saturday. The day was beautiful, the entertainment a delight and meeting and talking to everyone great.

Kudos to the Riverbay Community Relations Department, Michelle Sajous and Leandra Peters, CCPD, Janitorial and Grounds Departments and all Riverbay staff who helped make it an awesome event.

Save the Date: The MTA has scheduled an open house Thursday, June 27, 6:00 - 8:30 p.m., Bartow Community Center, room 31. The MTA has drafted proposed bus route changes. This Draft Plan is not set in stone. Redesigning a bus network is a collaborative process so they want to hear from you. Go to the MTA site and review each of the route changes and how these changes affect you?

Summer Fun Day is fast approaching, being held on June 22, from noon to 6 p.m. The New York City Fire Department is scheduled to have their mobile Fire Van on the premises to teach all what to do in case of a fire. Education is key to saving lives in case of a fire. Free t-shirts to the first fifty youth and limited free Mr. Softee ice cream.

There will be face painting, carnival games and a gold rush scavenger hunt and trading post. Obstacle course races, basketball and more exciting games will fill the day. There will be free refreshments for all and lots of family fun activities. All are welcome to attend so come and enjoy the day by Casals Place and Carver Loop located near MCU. The Summer Fun Day shirts are ordered and expected to be delivered by the sec-

ond week in June.

We want to acknowledge the Summer Fun Day sponsors: Councilman Andy King, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, State Senator Jamaal Bailey, Congressman Eliot Engel, Atty. Stephen Kaufman, Bob’s Discount Furniture, Amalgamated Bank, McCall’s Bronxwood, Rosenshein Associates, Fairway Foods, NYC Dept. of Sanitation, NYC Fire Dept., American Legion Post 1871, Juan Ortega, Balloon Kaboom, CCPD, Velocity, JGC Skills and Drills, Riverbay Community Relations, Riverbay Fund.

In the Garden: Protect Yourself with free selfdefense classes for the entire family by Kyoshi David Thomas and Matthew Miller at Rivers Run Community Garden, located on Co-op City Blvd. (near Little League field) from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., June 8, and June 15.

Note: If you have your car parked in Peartree Mall, please do not leave it there overnight. They have been towing.

Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. Contacts: Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801, or Vivian Campbell, 718-671-3012, e-mail us at building13assoc@ yahoo.com.

Thanks for making our team work.

—Vivian Campbell

Building 22A & B Association

Our annual community fair was the kick-off to summer activities. I enjoyed all the activities with my family and neighbors, sampling all the various foods and watching the kids enjoying the games. The weather was beautiful.

Celebrating the talent our children displayed for Tropicalfete. Thank you. Time to clean our convectors. If you can’t, call CSO and make an appointment.

Construction is almost finished on the ‘A’ side. If you haven’t had your intercom checked, please call to make an appointment. It will not function properly if you don’t.

Call for seats on our bus ride to Resorts World Casino – Joan June, 718-6717079, or Katrina Minus-Shepara, 718-671-4953. Join us at our next meeting, June 23, 7-8 p.m., on the ‘B’ side. Happy birthday to all. Get well greetings to all the sick and shut-ins. Prayers to all who lost loved ones.

If you see something, say something.

—Betty Leak

Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club

In the wake of the sudden death of our president, George T. Clarke, I, James Payne, will be acting president until elections are held on September 19. On that date, elections will be for all officers: president, secretary treasurer, and sergeant-at-arms. I urge all members to be present. Your vote will decide the future of the Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club.

Remember members, primary vote time is June 25. Please check your voting site. Also, remember there will be no June meeting. I wish all members a lovely summer – stay safe, healthy and enjoy! See everyone in September.

To the Clarke family: All members send prayers and love at this time of sorrow. Keep your head high, we all are with you!

—James Payne

Building 31 A/B Association

Success! Our first day trip to Essex, Connecticut on the Riverboat and Steam Rail Road. It was a relaxing scenic trip and we were given a short tour of Connecticut with a description of the houses and boats as we cruised on the waterway. We were served a lovely lunch in their dining car by friendly staff on the train ride. Once again, sightseeing the area in Essex was hosted by the crewman of the ship which gave us all a memorable day in Connecticut. I think all in attendance enjoyed the day and we were fortunate to escape the rain until we started our return to Co-op City.

We once again thank all friends who supported our Scholarship Committee in their endeavor to raise funds for our 2019 scholarships to be awarded in September. We look forward to seeing all our supporters on our next trip.

Someone has been taking our posters down on the A-side for our scholarship and floor captains. Please note cameras have captured the person responsible and we will be taking action to issue a complaint notice and a fine will be given.

Scholarship application date has been extended for an additional week, June 30, so far, no takers. Where are you, 2019 High School graduates?

We are also planning Movie Night so watch for flyers showing date and it will be posted in the lobby.

Also note: those who saw Green Book on the bus and did not get a chance to see the movie to completion, now is your time to see it. Goodies will be sold at our concession stand like ice-cream, popcorn, soda.

Please remember to come to the next general meeting as floor captains are still an open item for discussion and must be resolved before we break for the summer.

Notices will be posted with date. Bring a suggestion and a neighbor to the meeting.

—Marilyn McDaniel

Rivers Run Community Garden

Today, please come out and be empowered at the self-defense class facilitated by Kyoshi David Thomas and assisted by Matthew Miller. Try not to miss it!

Next weekend, we’ve packed in a lot of magic: Starting with self-defense with Kyoshi Thomas, followed by learning to use your hands to build useful pieces out of recycled material with Yasmine Hecker and Jacqueline Mason. On Sunday, we continue the magic with our Father’s Day Paint and Chat facilitated

by Lelia Dickenson and Valerie Gunn.

Our calendar is filling up with great things to do at the garden. Please continue to check back for these FREE events sponsored by Councilman Andy King and Citizens Committee for NYC. Please tell your friends and family about this amazing place where we not only grow fruits and vegetables, but we grow knowledge and friendships.

Rivers Run Community Garden is a movement towards improved mental and physical health. We provide all types of workshops, including nutrition, meditation, edible and medicinal wilds identification, planting, building and crafting. We are the outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares, as well as, residents and neighbors. We are a place of beauty and peace.

Visit. Stay. Experience us.

Event Dates (All are welcome): Saturday, June 8 – Protect Yourself at 10:30 a.m.

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

Saturday, June 15 – Learn How to Build a Masterpiece using recycled wood Sunday, June 16 – Father’s Day Paint Party at 3 p.m.

Sunday, July 21 (Rain date: July 28) – Bomba!!

(Details to follow).

Beginning May 1, 2019 Rivers Run is open: Tuesday – 4:00 p.m. to dusk Wednesdays & Fridays – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

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

Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds.

Members who are actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

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

—Gail Sharbaan

Co-op City Times / June 8, 2019

Safety Tips for Cell Phones

Cell phones and iPods are a favorite target of thieves. To reduce your chances of becoming the victim of a cell phone theft, the Co-op City Department of Public Safety offers you the following safety tips: • Always be aware of your surroundings.

Thieves may be watching you.

• Park and walk in well-lit, populated areas.

• If you think someone is following you, change directions or cross the street, and head for an open store, restaurant or home.

• Avoid becoming distracted by your cell phone conversation when walking on the street.

• Keep your cell phone out of sight. Don’t hang it from your purse or jacket.

• Switch the ringer off to avoid attracting the attention of thieves.

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• Never loan your cell phone to a stranger. In case of an emergency, offer to make the call for them.

• If your child brings a cell phone to school, advise them to only use it when necessary.

• Use your cell phone security lock and consider using hands-free technology.

• If your phone is lost or stolen, report the loss immediately to your cell phone service provider and the police.

• Remember that anyone can be a crime victim at any time. Do not assume that, “It will never happen to me.”

For more information on what you can do to safeguard your property, contact Public Safety, your local Police Precinct or the N.Y.P.D. Crime Prevention Section at (212) 614-6741.

For crimes in progress, call: CCPD at (718) 6713333 & 9-1-1

profit and limited-dividend housing companies to review income of its residents annually and assess a surcharge when income exceeds the maximum admission limit prescribed for the residential unit by more than 5%. For this purpose, DHCR compares information reported by shareholders on their annual Income Affidavits to their corresponding filed NYS Income Tax Returns using a computer matching program. By keying in Social Security numbers and last names, the state Department of Taxation and Finance compares income reported on the income affidavit with what is reported by the shareholder and household members on their state income tax returns and provides an Income Verification Report to HCR. Housing companies are then charged with taking appropriate action to resolve discrepancies identified on the Income Verification Report.

Once the income verification is complete, each shareholder account is labeled as follows: • Okay – Income reported on the income affidavit is within $500 of, or greater than, income reported in the state tax return in which case, the income has been verified.

• Low – Income reported on the shareholder’s income affidavit is less than what was reported on their state income tax return by $500 or more, meaning that their income has not been verified and is flagged for verification.

• NFND (not found) – The shareholder’s Social Security number was not found in the state Taxation and Finance files. In this case, if the shareholder did not file a state tax return, the state confirms this information. On the other hand, if the shareholder filed a state tax return, the income may not be verifiable and the account is, therefore, flagged for further verification.

• UNMT (Unmatched) – Social security number was found in the state Taxation and Finance’s files but it does not match the name associated with it. In this case, the income reported is flagged for verification.

The state HCR also flags the accounts that required follow-up by the housing company.

In September 2018, 7,000 shareholders received letters from Riverbay Corporation to provide certified transcripts of their 2013 NYS Income Tax to verify their income. This information must be submitted within 60 days as per DHCR policy. It can be brought in to the Riverbay Finance Department, emailed or faxed in.

In February 2019, a reminder letter was mailed by Riverbay to 3,000 shareholders to submit the required documentation.

According to HCR policy, “non-compliance will be assumed to indicate excess income and will result in the assessment of a retroactive maximum surcharge, plus an administrative fee of $150.”

Therefore on June 1, the 1,400 households that did not respond to either the September 2018 or the February 2019 notification for income verification received the 50% penalty surcharge, based on their 2014-2015 carrying charges. This figure was attached to their June carrying charge invoices.

Riverbay Corporation’s policy is that carrying charges must be paid in full and therefore partial payments are not accepted. At the same time, HCR policy is that the housing company must make every effort to collect what is owed to the housing company.

Shareholders who received the surcharge penalty on their June carrying charge bills must either provide the required income verification documentation (a certified transcript of their 2013 NYS Income tax return) or else pay the surcharge.

Riverbay Corporation has four months from receipt of the Income Verification Report to complete and return a Follow-up Report on Unverified Income to the state HCR. Earlier this week, in response to news reports on Channel 12, Riverbay Management issued the following statement: “All New York State Mitchell–Lama projects must annually review residential income in order to ensure incomes do not exceed the designated income limits. The purpose is to ensure that only eligible persons benefit from New York State’s affordable housing programs.

“Many times, a minor mistake in a New York State tax return results in a resident having to produce a certified transcript of their return which will resolve the issue. However, residents who, after notice, fail to provide certified tax returns are charged the maximum annual surcharge.

“This process is required by the State of New York to comply with the Mitchell-Lama legislative requirements.”

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Vote to help make the quorum and avoid the expenditure of a minimum of $30,000 to redo the election.

Election voting deadline is Tues., June 11.

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

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

Travel Events: (price includes coach bus located on Dreiser Loop, front of H&R Block) • June 24-26 (Mon. - Wed.): Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, De. Price: $380 double per person/$470, single. Deposit: $100 ASAP. Two payments each due April 1 and May 6; double, $140 per, and single, $185. Final payment due June 3. Hotel accommodations at Dover Downs Hotel and Casino, all-you-can-eat crabs at Woody’s Crab house, non-stop action at the Dover Downs slots, and shopping at Rehoboth stores. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

• Sept. 16-19 (Mon. - Thurs.): Niagara Falls, Canada. Price: double: $589/single: $709. Deposit, $150 ASAP. Final payment due June 5. Passport required.

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

Theatre Committee: (price includes van transport, from Dreiser Loop across from Rehab Center) • July 31 (Wed.), second show: “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Times of the Temptations,” Imperial Theatre. Sold out! Contact: Dorothy Lindo, 718-379-0314.

• Sept. 11 (Wed.): “Mambo Italiano,” Westchester Broadway Theatre. Showtime: 11 a.m. Price: $75. Deposit, $40; balance due, $35 on Aug. 9. Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949.

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

Good and Welfare We want to extend our sympathy to Frances Wilson and her family on their recent loss. To members and friends on the mend, we hope that each new day brings you renewed strength. Call Josephine Flowers, 718-320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Since Spring has sprung and Summer is only a few weeks away, let’s get together at our next Jazz Up Your Health with A Senior Spa Day, on Wednesday, June 26. Call Claudette D, 718-379-4784/Hattie L, 718-671-8449, to sign up.

Best Wishes to all for a safe fun-filled summer!

“I think I’ve discovered the secret of life – you just hang around until you get used to it! —Author unknown —Claudette Davis

Building 21 Association

We have three days to get enough votes to make quorum and save ourselves $30,000. Don’t take Co-op City for granted.

Hot and cold running water. Central air, central heat. Three hundred and thirty (330) acres of land with plenty green spaces. Plans for state-of-the-art renovations in Dreiser Loop. Good schools, clubs and organizations representing every nationality in the neighborhood. Shopping centers and malls close by. Do you take all of this splendor for granted?

If you or someone you know need(s) a reminder to attend their association meeting and other important gatherings, and you are not attending either, it is not too late to change. It is time to step it up. If only everyone did one small thing that they could handle. Make a phone call or help wherever you can, wow, what a change that would make in our community. Step up to the plate and be the change you would like to see in your community, while you can and encourage your neighbors to do the same. Don’t take Co-op City for granted.

You, who are reading this article right now, please share it with another shareholder.

Please do the very least you can do, vote or sit in your lobby and talk with the shareholders and help them get their votes in. They can go to the community centers for assistance if they can’t find their orange envelope that came in the mail with their code and pin number. You don’t even need a stamp to mail it in, or you can vote online, but get your vote or help someone get their vote in TODAY. Thank you.

Think Tank at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:00 p.m. in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B-Section (120 Bellamy Loop). It is where you will hear “the rest of the story” and where your story and your dreams, matter.

Come and bring a friend with you.

Floor Captains will make “Co-op City” Work Better…

All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact numbers (for your floor only) List all emergency contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor 2. Co-op City Times Place them at each apartment door (delivered on Saturdays) 3. Elevator notices: Read them and talk to your neighbors about them 4. Promote: Meetings, clubs and gatherings 5. Encourage your neighbors to: Vote – vote – vote! in the Riverbay election Make calls to the Riverbay offices: Security 718-671-3050 • CSO 718-320-3300 Our next 21 Association gathering will be Thursday, June 20…Mark your calendars and everyone from all buildings, plan to attend. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call: 347.504.1821, and attend the monthly meetings which are held every fourth Thursday in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the Bsection (21B/120 Bellamy Loop) at 7 p.m. Plan to attend. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals a force for good.

See you around the neighborhood!

—Theron Marbury

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Monday, June 10, is the second day of Shavuot, and Yiskor will be at 11 a.m.

The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City’s Men’s Club will be sponsoring a Father Day Kiddush on Saturday, June 15.

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue is 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 mornings starting at 9:00 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush. The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue.

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

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

The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City Sabbath ends on Saturday, June 8, at 9:17 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, June 14, is at 8:08 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. Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To All members: Happy Birthday to all members who will celebrate their birthday in June: Faye Breitbart. For 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, some men and women play rummy-cube.

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue, is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health.

—Bruce Gitelson

Family of God

Happenings and Invitations of the Family of God (F.O.G.) This Sunday, June 9, our family will provide two free dinners at Texas Roadhouse of New Rochelle to the persons who invite the most guests to join us for our Sunday Empowerment Gathering at 12:15 p.m.

Worship with us on Father’s Day, June 16, as we celebrate “Classic Man” Sunday! All are invited to join us, especially men and young men. Bring your dad, uncles, brothers, cousins or friends!

The first Bible Study for the Family of God will be Tuesday, June 18, in Dreiser, rm 1. Prayer starts at 6:45 p.m. and we will study the Book of Acts from 7 to 7:45 p.m.

Join us Sunday, June 23, as our pastor will bless all infants, toddlers and children of our community as we celebrate Children’s Day at the Family of God! An ice cream social will follow.

We now offer special activities for children each Sunday during our services.

Sign in your children at our safe space for them and then come worship with us.

If you are a young man or have a young man ages 9-12 and 13-17, personally sign up or sign your son up for our new Co-op City group for Boys and Young Men called Young Bros. We will meet 1 to 2 times a month for: sports, trips, food, cooking, cultural outings, chess, gaming, art, music and socials.

For more information regarding any Family of God Church activities, call 929430-4413 or contact us at FOGCoOp@gmail.com. Also, visit us on Facebook.

Join us for our next Empowerment Hour (each Sunday 12:15 p.m.). Our message topics will be: Triggers – Psalm 37:1-9 (June 9); A Good Man – Proverbs 13:22 (June 16); Let the Children Come – Matthew 19:13-15 (June 23); I Need the Question Mark! – Psalm 121 (June 30).

—Pastor DeQuincy Hentz

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Newsong Church

Evangelical UM Church of Co-op City

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Your faith journey 1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: Greetings. –James 1:1 (NIV) Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds What would you do if your brother claimed to be God…and he was serious? If you and your family loved Come & Visit Us – You’re always welcome in him, you would probably have a family meeting and get him the help he needs. James was the half-brother God’s House, Your House! We are a Bible-centered of Jesus. The Bible tells us that Jesus’ mother, Mary, conceived him by the power of the Holy Spirit, but after congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a Jesus was born, Mary and her husband, Joseph, had other children. (See Luke 2) variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, As we read the Scriptures, we see that at first Jesus’ family thought Jesus was crazy fellowship and service to God and our community.

They disbelieved Jesus’ claims (Mark 3:21, 31-32) We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual They dishonored Jesus (Mark 6:3-4) congregation, all are welcome! Services are held at They doubted Jesus’ Power (John 7:2-5) 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30.

Perhaps that’s where you are on your faith journey. Maybe like James, you doubt the claims that Jesus Parking is available. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo makes about himself. Jesus made the claim that he is God (see John 10:30-33), a claim that ultimately sent him to the cross. Perhaps you doubt Jesus’ power, you see it in other people, but you can’t believe it for you. Sánchez-Orta. Telephone number: (718) 320-3795; Email: coopcityevangelicalumc@gmail.com.

Wherever you are on your faith journey I hope and pray that you have the same experience as James.

Schedule for Sundays - Come and Receive a James went from a doubter to a believer. What happened to change his mind? He had an encounter with Blessing: English Service: 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. Spanish Jesus after Jesus had died. If you know for a fact someone died and then they show up at your door a few Service: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bilingual Service: First days later, that would not only freak you out, it would help you believe that everything Jesus said before he Sunday of each month, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. died was true! That’s what happened to James! (See 1 Corinthians 15:3-7) Children Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Bring your James goes from doubting Jesus to calling himself a “servant of Jesus.” Friend, Jesus is waiting to encounter children, they will have a great time while learning you. He stands at the door and knocks. No matter where you are on your faith journey, I want to encourage God’s word. you to open the door and let Him in! This summer we’ll be learning a lot from Jesus’ little brother, James. We Adult Sunday Bible Study: English, 8:45 a.m./ invite you to join us as we continue our teaching series, “The Book of James; A Blueprint for Making Faith Spanish, 10 a.m.

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Prayer/Bible Study Night (English) & Prayer/ Join us this Sunday! Newsong Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop in room 45. Discounted parking is Bible Study Afternoon (Spanish): The Lord said: available in parking garages 7 & 8. While you’re enjoying our worship experience, your children will be enjoying “For where two or three gather in my name, there am “Kidsong.” At Kidsong, children from nursery to 6th grade will learn about Jesus in fun interactive ways!

I with them.” Matthew 18:20 (NIV) Monday evening We also have a youth ministry called “Against the Flow” (ATF). At ATF, teens from 12-18 years old, enjoy Bible Study: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., Tuesday English Christ-centered discussion groups, café nights, and other outings. ATF meets every Friday night at 7 p.m. at Prayer Service: 7:00 p.m. – 8 p.m., Young Adults 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 28!

Bible Study: Tuesday, 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.

If you have any questions, you can contact us: Come, let’s pray together! “Lord, let your ear be Church office: 718-708-8385 We are shareholders, attentive to the prayer of this your servant and to the Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org not tenants! prayer of your servants who delight in revering your Facebook: www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx name.” —Nehemiah 1:11a (NIV) Twitter: @newsongchurchBX Friday Night is Fun Night for the Youth (ages IG: @newsongchurchBX @againsttheflow.nyc Become involved in your 13 – 21), 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.: This is a great time Our Newsong family is here for you! Join us this building association! for the youth of our community to learn God’s word, Sunday and experience the difference! enjoy each other’s company and make new friends.

—Pastor Mike Tolone There will also be many activities. Exciting things are happening.

Food Pantry Update: The Black Forum Emer“I will love thee, O Lord, my strength. The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer; My God, my gency Food Pantry is tentatively scheduled to reopen strength, in whom I will trust; my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. I will call upon the Lord, in June. The main office is at 920 Baychester Avenue, who is worthy to be praised; so shall I be saved from my enemies.” Psalm 18:1-3 our church serves as the Section 5 distribution site. We Word for the Week: Walk with Jesus. Talk with Jesus, and He will answer. When darkness overshadows are currently pre-registering on Thursdays, 12 p.m. – you, He will lead and guide you into His light. Do not become discouraged. You matter to God! 2 p.m. Those pre-registering must present one of the following government issued up-to-date ID’s showing Presiding Elder Boyce Landrum, Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family invite you, friends a 10475-zip code: Driver, Non-Driver, or NYC ID. and family to worship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m. Sunday Bible School for children and adults Anyone 18+ of age can register. Only one participant is held from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We are conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the per household may register. Check this article for start ground level, Bronx, NY 10475; main entrance - red button. Parking vouchers are available at the church. Our date of pantry services. telephone number is 347-920-5607.

“But God will never forget the needy; the hope of Pentecost Sunday, tomorrow, June 9, at 11:30 a.m. the afflicted will never perish.” Psalm 9:18 (NIV) Pentecost occurs 50 days after Easter and commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles Blessings, and other followers of Jesus Christ while they were in Jerusalem celebrating the Feast of Weeks. It is also —Marilyn Mendez-Gonzalez known as the birth of the church. We invite you to worship with us in the presence of our triune God and hear what the Spirit of God is saying to the church in this season. Come with an expectation!

Five Loaves & Two Fish Food Pantry We are pleased to announce the reopening of our pantry on Saturday, June 15, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Our prayer warriors will also be available to pray with you for any particular need you might have. We believe God is our total provision and continual supply; and all things are possible to those who believe.

Come, chat with us and enjoy a fresh bagel and hot beverage. Donations are • ABSOLUTE LOWEST FEES • FREE CONSULTATION gratefully accepted. Please stop in or give us a call to arrange a pick-up. Thank • EVENING APPTS. AVAILABLE • FLEXIBLE PAYMENT PLANS you for your continued support!

• IMMEDIATE FILING Father’s Day: Sunday, June 16 The Majestic Men’s Ministry invite you to join them for a Father’s Day Prayer “COURTEOUS AND PROMPT SERVICE at 11:00 a.m. followed by Morning Worship beginning at 11:30 a.m. to include a keynote address, sermonette & “Father of the Year” recognition. A sit-down AT AN AFFORDABLE FEE” Father’s Day Luncheon (free!) will be served to all attendees by the MOSAIC Women’s Ministry. All are invited!

633 Lydig Ave • Bronx, NY Annual Beach Baptism at Orchard Beach…will take place on Saturday, July 1 block from Pelham Parkway & White Plains Road 20, at 8:30 a.m. If you would like information about being baptized and the Accessible by #2 & #5 trains • #12, #22 & #39 buses necessary requirements, please call the church.

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New York State Chaplains Task Force Training…As a reminder, GLRM is a host site for the NYS Chaplains training program with certification. The sessions are on Thursday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and have just begun. Please call Chaplain, Rev. Kim Osorio, at 646-265-2173 for more information.

—Pastor Carol Landrum

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Community Protestant Church

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

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

Worship Service – 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Sunday School is now in session every Sunday at 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School is really a part of our history, and because someone cared and was concerned enough, many of us benefitted and know its value. In Sunday School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is provided for children to learn about the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly. (John 10:10) We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you.

Worship service begins at 11:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come and be a part of this special moment set aside each Sunday morning to be in the presence of God. We will be delighted to blend our spirits with yours as we bend both body and soul before our Heavenly Father. We encourage you to spend time with God, and if it be His will, with us at Community Protestant.

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

Sunday, June 9, 11:00 a.m. Service – Our Guest Preacher will be Minister Carl Washington.

Sunday, June 9, at 3:30 p.m. – Observance of our Annual Men’s and Women’s Day. Theme: “Men and Women Standing Strong in Faith with Love.” Our Guest Preacher will be Rev. Dr. Shon Adkins, pastor, Antioch Baptist Church, New York City. All are welcome.

Sunday, June 23, at 11:00 a.m. – Annual Youth Day Celebration at Community Protestant. All children and youth in the community are cordially invited to attend this special service and to bring their parents with them.

Saturday, June 29, 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. – The Shepherd’s Ministry and the Senior Ushers present “An All White Affair,” with music by DJ Rob, at the CPC Annex, 2053 Asch Loop (Co-op City). Donation: $25.00. For additional information, please call (718) 862-9172.

The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing.

—Evan G. Mitchell

Faith in God Church & Bible Institute

Pastor and evangelist Vernon Little greets everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is his house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship: and it can be your house by membership; so, come on in and join with us. May God, bless you in this house!

Children of God are never alone. The Holy Spirit is our Helper, Comforter, Encourager, and Counselor.

Let’s look at scripture to support this. John 14:15-18 says: 15 “If you love me, keep my commands.

16 And I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever— 17 the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you.

18 I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.

Invitation: Sweet Hour of Prayer is today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. We have clothing items available that were donated to the church. If interested in picking some up, stop by the church in the 11 o’clock hour on Sunday. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion.

Vernon Little just released a new EP titled ‘Double Minded,’ a fusion of gospel, R&B, and rap. He also has videos on YouTube. His music encourages, inspires, and informs.

We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1.

Our phone # is (347) 276-4925. Jesus loves you, and so do we!

—Evangelist Vernon Little

Circle of Christ Church Iglesia Circulo De Cristo

147 Dreiser Loop, lower level.

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

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

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

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

Nuestros servicios dominicales son en español e inglés. Tenemos un equipo de adoración ungido y un ministerio de danza que ministran regularmente. El servicio de inglés tiene una iglesia infantil centrada en la biblia y un programa de guardería dónde se atiende a los niños desde la cuna hasta los 12 años de edad. Tenemos ministerios para todas las edades. Consulte nuestro programa a continuación y síganos en Facebook y en nuestro sitio web circleofchristchurch.com. Distribuimos alimentos y ofrecemos asesoramiento familiar según las necesidades. Si está interesado, contáctenos al (347) 945-1992 o en Facebook, Circle of Christ Church.

Circle of Christ Church responds to Isaiah 68:10 says: Feed the hungry, and help those in trouble. Then your light will shine out from the darkness, and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon. We have a food pantry that serves the community and we offer family counseling based on need. If you are interested, please contact us at (347) 945-1992 or on Facebook at Circle of Christ Church.

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

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

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

Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.

You are invited to join us in a Special Gospel Explosion Concert for the Community on June 22 from 7-9 p.m. Experience a night of anointed music and dance. You can leave all your cares at the altar and experience the joy, peace and love of Christ.

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

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

Está invitado a unirse a nosotros en un Concierto Especial de Explosión del Evangelio para la comunidad el 22 de Junio, de 7-9 p.m. Vive una noche de música y danza ungida. Puedes dejar todas tus preocupaciones en el altar y experimentar la alegría, la paz y el amor de Cristo.

—Pastor Sam Colon

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Church of God’s Children

Church of God’s Children is located at 127 Dreiser It requires action. John 3:16 says, “For God loved the Loop, patio level, to the right of Montefiore clinic. world so much that he gave his only-begotten Son, We invite you with open arms to visit our church. We so that everyone exercising faith in him might not be hope that you can join with us in worship and God’s destroyed but have everlasting life.” The word word. For prayer request, call 718-790-9120. “exercise” denotes action or movement. We must Community: Bronx Clergy Task Force networking prove that we believe and accept him and his Son by meeting, Wed., June 12, 11:30 a.m. at 2049 Bartow Ave., doing God’s will as is set out in his word, the Bible.

We won’t be perfect. But we must put forth all effort rm. 28. to apply what we learn in our lives. In that way, we Schedule can gain the everlasting life He spoke of in the above Monday: Bible Study & Prayer, 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. at Fellowship scripture. That everlasting life is a promise from God. Hall, 159 Dreiser Loop.

We will be able to live, on earth, as perfect humans, Wednesday: Prayer in Sanctuary at 6:30 p.m. in peace and security forever, which was his original Sunday: June 16, Father’s Day – one Worship purpose. There are so many scriptures that speak of Service at 10:30 a.m. that promise: Psalm 37: 9–11 “For evil men will be done away with, but those hoping in Jehovah will Believing in God requires you to take in knowledge possess the earth. Just a little while longer, and the of Him and his Son. John 17:3 says, “This means wicked will be no more; you will look at where they everlasting life, their coming to know you, the only true God, and the one whom you sent, Jesus Christ.” were, and they will not be there. But the meek will However, belief is not just taking in that knowledge. possess the earth, and they will find exquisite delight

in the abundance of peace.” Verse 29 of the same chapter says, “The righteous will possess the earth, and they will live forever on it.” Exercising true faith in God will help you to realize how true these scriptures are and that they will come true.

How do you know if you believe in God? That depends on what you mean by “believe in God.” Because you can intellectually believe in God without trusting in him, without loving him or knowing him.

For example, Satan and his demons believe that God exists (James 2:19), but they also hate God. So just believing in God doesn’t really mean anything. Many times, people will say, “I believe in God,” but it has absolutely no bearing on their lives. If they really knew who God was, they would live differently, they would put their lives in his hands. So, mere intellectual belief that God exists isn’t much of a big deal. If Satan and every demon in hell believe God exists, then mere intellectual assent can’t mean much in a good way, can it? —Bishop Nancy Rosario

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

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50. Our telephone

P. Wynn, pastor of Mt. Zion Pilgrim Baptist Church; Rev. Quinton Ervin, pastor of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, Bronx, NY and Rev. Dr. Calvin Kendrick, associate minister of Trinity Baptist Church, Bronx, NY, respectively. We invite our friends, neighbors and members to join us for these uplifting revival services.

On Sunday, June 30, we will celebrate Children’s Day at our 11 a.m. service in the church. The celebration of our children will continue in room 45 at 3:30 p.m. Please join us for the day as we celebrate our children and their accomplishments and talent.

The 2019 Vacation Bible School (VBS) will be held from Monday, June 24, to Friday, July 5. Classes will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. There will be no class on July 4.

The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible Study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

—Hattie L. Lucas

Church of New Vision

Pastors Kenneth Hodge and Deborah Hodge and the New Vision congregation invite you and your family to come and worship the Lord with us. Church of the New Vision is designed to meet the spiritual needs of God’s people. Serving the community for over 45 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spirit-filled atmosphere of Christian love. All are welcome.

Order of Services Sunday Worship Service: 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Mid-day Bible Study: Canceled until further notice Wednesday Night Prayer and Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Youth Ministry: Fridays, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Upcoming Events/Programs Food Pantry Distribution will begin in June.

Section 5 residents can register on Thursdays, 10:15 a.m. until 12:45 p.m.

Join us on June 23 at the 11:00 a.m. service for our Senior, Family & Friends Day. Our Women’s Day is July 21 at the 11:00 a.m. service; we ask all women to wear white.

New Vision’s Women’s Retreat is scheduled for October 17-19 at Eddy’s Farm in Sparrow Bush, NY. This two-night, three-day event’s theme is “Just a Closer Walk with Thee.” Double occupancy, $400, per person; single occupancy, $550; includes, meals, transportation, workshops and retreat material. A $100 payment is due now to hold your reservation.

We ask that each person bring one person. See Sis. Loretta Scott, Sis. Sadie James or Sis. Hermena Smith for additional information.

Notice: We are seeking a minister of music who is familiar with hymns and songs of the Baptist Church. Feel free to contact the church or the pastor.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Office: (718) 6718746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475.

Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision concerning upcoming events and trips, email us at info.churchnewvisionbx@gmail.com or call the church office.

—Sis. Carol Haque

Co-op City Baptist Church

number is 718-320-3774.

Visit us at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Wednesday noon day service and all Bible classes will go on hiatus for the summer beginning Wednesday, June 12, and will resume in September.

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

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

Tomorrow, June 9, at 3:30 p.m., the nurses and ushers ministries will hold a combined anniversary service. The speaker will be Rev. Dr. Gloria Bradshaw, pastor of Mt. Bethel Baptist Church, Bronx, NY. All are invited to this celebratory service.

On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, June 19, 20 and 21, we will hold our Spring Revival at 7:30 p.m. each evening. Our guest speakers will be Rev. Gloria

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

Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Health & Wellness Support Group -

Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Dominos 10 a.m., rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., rm. 45 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m.

Word Search 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Bingo 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., rm. 35 Diabetes Support Group 2nd Monday - 1 p.m.

Computer Class for Beg., Int. & Adv. 9:30 a.m.

Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30

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

Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

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

Card Games 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

(New) Meditation w/Damion JASA main office 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Mardi Gras in June 12:30 p.m.

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

Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m., rm. 45

Blood Pressure Every 1st & 3rd Wed., 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

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

Stay Well Exercise 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

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

Card Games 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

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

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

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

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

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Computer Lab Zumba 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., rm. 4 (New) Arts w/Becky 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., rm. 49 (New) – Weight Management Support Group w/Clifton – 2nd Wed., 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Fri., June 14

Thu., June 13

Tues., June 11

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Bartow Center 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

YOGA w/Peggy Hill 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

JASA Main Office Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m. - noon Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominos 2:30 p.m.

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Orange juice Turkey w/Gravy Mashed Sweet Potatoes Peas Fresh fruit Alt: COLD

Beef Salisbury Steak with Mushroom sauce Yellow Rice & Carrots

Apple juice Sweet & Sour Meatballs Kasha Green Beans Whole wheat bread Canned Pineapple Alt: Salmon Salad

Lemon Chicken Egg Noodles Italian Blend vegetables

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Stay Well Exercise 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., Rm 2 Artopia, Art Programs for Elders 10 a.m. 12 p.m.

Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 11 a.m.

Mind Teasers 12 p.m. - 1 p.m., rm. 4 Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Last Monday of the month

Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., rm. 8 Gentle Yoga 1:15 p.m. - 2 p.m., rm. 2 Intermediate Yoga 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

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

Artopia, Art Programs for Elders 10 a.m. 12 p.m.

Alert & Alive 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

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

Mind Teasers 12 p.m. -1 p.m., rm. 4 Zumba 1 p.m. - 2 p.m., Aud. A Matinee 1 p.m.

Orange Pineapple juice Chicken Fajitas Pita Halves Sewing 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

White Rice Garden Salad Art Class 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Fresh fruit Alt: Tuna Salad Yoga 2 p.m. - 3 p.m., rm. 2 with Eggs Orange juice Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

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

Breaded Pollock Fish Word Games 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. rm. 35, 10:30 a.m.

Fillet Blood Pressure 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., Crochet & Knitting 10 - 11 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise 11 a.m., rm. 45 Corn & Red Peppers Spanish Class 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

1st & 3rd, rm.

8 Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

Coleslaw Bartow Main Office Line Dancing, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., Word Search 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Dancercise w/Damion 1-2 p.m., Whole wheat bread Aud. A Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m., rm. 45 JASA main office Fresh fruit (New) – Arts w/Becky 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Apple juice Men’s Line Dancing 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Art 10 a.m., rm.

45 Hawaiian Chicken Word Games 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

9:30 a.m. - 10 a.m., 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Women’s Line Dancing 10 a.m. Legs, California Meditative Moments 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., rm. 8 Pokeno 2-4 p.m., rm.

35 11:30 a.m.

Blend Vegetables Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., 10 Purple Life Trail Fitness – 11 a.m. Greenway Chat Session 10 a.m.

Mashed Potatoes Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. a.m. - 11:30 a.m., rm. 45 Piano Sing-along 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Free Oil Painting Classes 10 a.m. – Bingo rm. 7, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Challah bread, Fresh Card Games 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

YOGA w/Peggy 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., rm. 2 11:30 a.m., rm. 38 fruit, Alt: Gelfite Fish

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

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

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

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

(FREE) LiveOn NY-SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fri., June 21, 28 – July 12, 26, & Aug. 9, 23, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments! Walk-ins! First come! First served! Please make copies of your documents before coming to the office.

JASA TimeBank – A free intergenerational volunteer service exchange program. Members bank their time providing and receiving services, such as doing errands, tutoring, English/Spanish lessons, alterations, assisting neighborhood organizations & much more. For additional information or to become a volunteer, contact Helen Atkins, 929-399-1388.

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

Healthy Living Workshop for Older Adults – Mon., Stress Management; June 10, Sex education, 1-

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

Homemade Fish Cake Cole Slaw Roasted Potatoes

Pork Stir Fry with Vegetables White Rice Broccoli with Toasted Garlic

Chicken Salad Classic Macaroni Salad Pita Halves Israeli Salad

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

*Menu subject to change without notice.

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

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

Upcoming Events/Trips

2 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7. Please contact Julissa Reynoso to register, 646-946-1252.

(New) Meditation w/Damion Tues., May 28 – Tues., Jun. 25, JASA Main Office, 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

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

St. Mary’s Pool – $3. Fri., Jun. 21. Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

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

Target/Throgs Neck Mall – Wed., Jun. 12, $3.

Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

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

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

Aldi – Mon., Jun. 17, $3. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Empire Casino – Tues., Jun. 18, $5. Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Central Ave. – Wed., Jun. 19, $13. Christmas Tree Store, Trader Joe’s and Amazing Savings; Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m. There is a Shoprite right next door to Amazing Savings.

Walmart – Thu., Jun. 20, $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.;

Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

IKEA/Christmas Tree Store/Bed Bath and Beyond – Tues., Jun. 25, $15. Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Jersey Garden Outlet Mall (The Mills) – Wed., Jun. 26, $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Stew Leonard’s – Fri., June 28, $6. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Pindar Vineyards in Peconic, NY (Suffolk County) – Tues., Jun. 25, $90. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m.; Einstein, 9:30 a.m. Sit down luncheon at J & R Steakhouse w/salad, choice of chicken francaise, prime rib or stuffed flounder. Side dishes, dessert, coffee, tea & soda. Shopping at Tanger Outlets w/discount coupons for group. Depart destination: 6 p.m.

Fifty seats available. No Refunds – Payments due no later than Fri., June 7.

Spirit of New York White Party – Tues., July 9, $115. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m. Deluxe coach bus. Enjoy a fabulous White Party event on the Spirit of NY w/all-you-caneat lunch buffet, music, dancing, DJ & 2½ hour cruise.

Fifty-two seats available. No refunds. Payments due no later than Fri., June 14.

Ace in the Hole @ Royal Manor, NJ – Tribute to Luther Vandross (Power of Love), Tues., July 30, $95. Payments due no later than Wed., July 5. Departure: 3 p.m. (waiting list).

Goose Island Seniors

Resorts Casino – Thursday, July 11, inAtlantic City, NJ. Time, 8:30 a.m., from our three usual bus stops: 8:30 a.m., Einstein; 8:40 a.m., Asch Loop by library; 8:50 a.m., Dreiser Loop in front of hardware store.

Price: $40. Rebate: $25 play. Come and enjoy the beach, boardwalk, and shopping. There is only one bus so first 55 people get to go. Money is due by Saturday, June 22.

On Your Feet – Thursday, July 25, at the Westchester Broadway Theatre, Elmsford, N.Y. Price change, $89. Time: 9 a.m., Einstein; 9: 10 a.m., Asch Loop, and 9:20 a.m., Dreiser. The story of Emilio & Gloria Estefan. Her voice. His Vision. Their story. From their humble beginnings in Cuba, they came to America and broke through all barriers to become a crossover sensation at the very top of the pop music world. But just when they thought they had it all, they almost lost everything. In the face of adversity, they found a way to end up on their feet. There is only one bus, so first 55 people get to go. Money is due by Saturday, July 13.

Mohegan Sun Casino – August 8 in Uncasville, CT. Price, $40. Rebate, $30. $15 for food and $15 for table bet. Bus leaving from our three usual bus stops; starting 8:30 a.m., Einstein Loop.

Mambo Italiano – Thursday, September 5, at the Westchester Broadway Theatre, Elmsford, NY. Price change: $89. Bus leaving from our three usual bus stops: Starting 9 a.m., Einstein Loop.

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Time: 1:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Members only, in our club room 39. Admission, $5.00 for three cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments available. Sunday Bingo this month is June 23, on the 4th Sunday.

Karaoke – Tuesdays and Thursdays from l p.m. – 3 p.m. with Stephen in room 45. All are welcome.

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, Faye Breitbarts, Ann Schlanger, Ray Betancourt, Joan Ross and Julia Rivera.

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

Good health to all!

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

CCPD Safety Awareness Tips

• Keep your door locked at all times • Use the door peephole before opening the door • Never rely on a chain-latch as a barrier to partially open the door • Never open the door to strangers or solicitors • Call Public Safety if the stranger acts suspicious • If a stranger asks to use the phone, keep your door locked and tell them you will place the call for them. If there is an emergency, call CCPD and 9-1-1. Keep him/her out of your home.

• Riverbay workers wear uniforms and carry identification A.L.E.R.T. A – ALWAYS L – LOOK E – EVERYWHERE and R – REFUSE to be a T – TARGET Co-op City Dept. of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 • www.ccpd.us Follow on Twitter @CCPDnyc

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AARP Chapter #4997

FYI: Our last meeting before summer break is scheduled for Monday, June 10, 1:00 p.m., in Dreiser Center, room 1.

Get-well wishes to Evan Mitchell.

Heartfelt condolence to Carolyn Lemon on the loss of her mother.

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

2019 Tour Activities June 23-28: Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa (Canada’s Capital City) – 6 days/5 nights includes motor coach transportation; guided tours, five breakfasts, five dinners, and much more; valid passport is required.

Sold out! Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, or Judith, 718-379-3370.

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

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Salamander and the Durbin Rocket; 3 days/2 nights; two breakfasts, one lunch and two dinners. $539/person double; $708 single ($50 deposit due immediately).

Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, or Judith, 718-3793370.

December 10: Miracle of Christmas at the Sight & Sound Theater, with lunch at Golden Corral and includes motor coach transportation; 11 a.m. show. $150 ($40 non-refundable deposit due at sign-up). Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, or Judith, 718-379-3370.

Attention: When signing up for the above trips, please give your name, phone number and a deposit.

Checks/money orders made payable to AARP Chapter 4997 with the name of the trip in the memo section of your check/money order. Room 0 (Dreiser Community Center) is opened Monday or Thursday, noon – 3 p.m. for checks to be dropped off (in an envelope w/ group/trip leader name). They may be mailed to the group/trip leader.

—Delores Debnam

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American Legion Post 1871

Memorial Day The American Legion and the Auxiliary of Co-op City, Post 1871 celebrated the Memorial Day 2019 in grand style. Hundreds of community dwellers came out to show respect for our lost veterans. There was a wonderful atmosphere to enjoy and the ceremony went so well.

Post Commander Toba moderated the ceremony with couple of the elected officials representing the local area present. A majority of comrades were in attendance to witness the commemoration of armed service men and women who lost their lives in the course of serving the country.

Commander Toba reported that since the founding of our country, countless brave men and women have sacrificed their lives to defend the country. So, Memorial Day is always that time for Americans to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and remember those who have served the country in the name of freedom and democracy.

These heroes deserve our deepest gratitude. It is our responsibility as comrades left behind to continue to care for their families and ensure that the veterans who served with them get the support they need and the benefits they have earned. Toba said our servicemen and women have sacrificed so much for our country.

It’s only befitting that we do all we can to honor and support them. Thus, he enjoined the audience to take a moment of silence during the Memorial Day to reflect on our military forces across the globe, and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice defending our great nation. He specifically asked that a minute of silence be observed for the souls of departed members from Post 1871. In the local area, Vice Commander Thomas led the attendees to observe a moment of silence for the comrades who had passed on in Co-op City with a three-gong at the bell. These include, but not limited, to: Carroll Brown – United StatesArmy; James Bruer — United States Navy; Robert J Thomas — United States Army; Angelo Martinez — United States Army; Ronald Gantwarg — United States Army & Roger Toppins – United States Army.

Raffle Draw The annual raffle of the Post was drawn at the ceremony and winners were announced to the public.

This year, only one comrade sold the tickets that were won. Llewelyn Waterman has always championed the sales of the ticket and for the first time, the three winners came from his efforts. Names of successful winners will be published in the next edition Last Meeting Our last meeting for this fiscal year will be June 15 and we will be gone on recess for two months before coming back in September. However, during the recess months, we have both the Department Convention in Buffalo, NY (Jul. 18-20) and the National Convention in Indianapolis, IN (Aug. 23-29).

I want to encourage every member to plan ahead and attend these summits. It is always very fulfilling to be in these meetings and fellowship with comrades who share the same story that you are telling as a legionnaire.

—Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown Toba

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

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

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

We look forward to welcoming you to church tomorrow, Sunday, June 9, at 9:00 a.m. when we will celebrate The Day of Pentecost: Whitsunday.

Father Simeon Johnson, our Supply Priest, will be the preacher and celebrant.

Next Sunday, June 16, we will celebrate Father’s Day. 2. Please join us on Wednesdays for an uplifting midday service starting promptly at noon.

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

4. Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. and we are always looking for new members.

Group Activities: The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. All women in the church are invited to attend and participate in planning the activities of the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the second Sunday of each month.

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

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

Stay tuned for other upcoming events.

General Information Our sincere gratitude to the Riverbay (Co-op City) Paramedics who responded very quickly to our call last Sunday. We appreciate your service.

To those celebrating birthdays during the month of June, we wish you all a happy birthday and best wishes for many more. To the sick and shut-in, we have you in our prayers and wish you a speedy recovery.

There is still time to submit your 2019 pledge cards and you are encouraged to complete and submit them as soon as possible.

Outreach Program Our church supports the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to attend services at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Bldg. 22A. Tel. 718-320 4218 or 718-324-0334.

Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship Service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesday morning prayer and fasting service will be held from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.

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

Friday evening Youth Service will be held at 7:30 p.m.

Focus Thought: The Power of Unity Genesis 11: 1-6 1. And the whole earth was of one language, and of one speech.

2. And it came to pass, as they journeyed from the east, that they found a plain in the land of Shinar; and they dwelt there.

3. And they said one to another, Go to, let us make brick, and burn them thoroughly. And they said, Go to, let us build us a city and a tower, whose top may reach unto heaven; and they had brick for stone, and slime had they for mortar.

4. And they said, Go to, let us build us a city and a tower whose top may reach unto the heaven; and let us make us a name, lest we be scattered abroad upon the face of the whole earth.

5 And the Lord came down to see the city and the tower, which the children of men builded.

6 And the Lord said, Behold, the people is one, and they all have one language and this they began to do: and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagine to do. (Read Genesis11-9) “When we all pull together” There is something spiritually nourishing about unity. Working together with godly unity produces a keen sense of satisfaction, and effective productivity skyrockets. We can accomplish so much more through the synergy of cooperative unity that we could ever hope to achieve alone.

The power of unity is incredible, but the lesson to be learned from our study today is that unity can achieve great evil or great good. It is insufficient only to possess unity; we must have godly unity joined together with who are like-minded to do the holy will of God. Like Babel, ungodly unity always produces disharmony and confusion. Godly Unity, on the other hand, produces harmony. Like the unison of the joined, harmonic voices of a choir or the blending of the harmonized instruments of a symphony.

“United In Purpose” Although pride is the wrong motivator, it does motivate. Over the centuries, evil people have been able to accomplish much only because their common pride united them in evil purpose. It seems that God would thwart all the evil purposes of mankind, but there are some fundamental principles involved that cause God to restrain Himself from prematurely intercepting evil. Just as the law of gravity works for both the godly and the godless, principles of industry work for anyone regardless of their purpose.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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Farms. This program is in desperate need of food. At St. Joseph’s, we collect nonperishable food items on an ongoing basis. Please remember to donate.

For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: https://www.st.josephsepcbronx.org for more information relating to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church, Co-op City, Bronx, NY. “You send forth your Spirit, and they are created; * and so you renew the face of the earth.” —Psalm 104: 31 —Merville Chambers

Debs Place Townhouse Association

The Debs Place Townhouse Association will hold its June meeting on Thursday, June 13, at 7 p.m. in room 1 of Dreiser Center. Since we do not meet during the summer months, this will be the final meeting for this season and we will resume our meetings in September. No guest speaker has been invited for the June meeting and we will get together to discuss this past season and make plans for next season, including how to improve attendance at our meetings. There will be special refreshments provided by our refreshment committee.

There has been some confusion on the part of the Riverbay Scheduling Department and the janitorial staff on a few occasions this season which resulted in our meeting room being locked at the time we arrived. We hope to eliminate these incidents before we start the new season. Our meeting schedule is prepared in May and there is no reason for there to be any mix-ups so, hopefully, these mistakes will be eliminated in the future.

I urge our members to take advantage of the many activities that are scheduled for June and the 50th year celebration presented by Riverbay and Riverbay Fund.

Upcoming events in June include the Section 1 Community Fair which we hope you attended on June 1, the Juneteenth Celebration on Wednesday, June 19, in Bartow and Pioneer Day on June 22 on the Greenway. Also, look out for additional events and celebrations. We hope that you took the opportunity to vote in this year’s Board of Directors election. In the past, Debs Townhouse members have always turned out to vote in good numbers and we trust that such was the case this year as well. If you have not voted, the voting period has been extended until June 11, so you still have time.

We look forward to seeing you at our June 13 meeting. If you still have not paid your $10 annual family membership dues, you still have time to do so. Our treasurer will be on hand to accept your $10 cash payment at the meeting. See you this Thursday evening at 7 p.m. in room 1.

—Nels Grumer

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for the funds received from the fraudulent check. Remember a legitimate contest or sweepstakes will never make you pay money to receive your prize.

Another scam involves a person claiming to be from a government agency claiming to have unclaimed funds belonging to the intended victim. For a fee, the “government employee” can help you obtain these funds. While there are legitimate means of obtaining unclaimed funds, the government does not send employees out to solicit the owners of these funds. If you believe that you are entitled to unclaimed fees, seek out the New York State Attorney General’s office and find out how to proceed. Never pay anyone to help you to obtain these funds. The appropriate agency will provide assistance in this matter free of charge.

The mere mention of fraud somehow makes potential victims more likely to believe the scam artist. It is not impossible that a bank could call you in the event of fraud, but a legitimate bank employee would not ask you for your account number, Personal Identification Number or other personal data. If you receive a request like this, call your financial institution using a number you are sure belongs to your bank or inquire in person. Banks and other financial institutions are glad if their customers do not readily give out their banking information.

In order to protect yourself from these and other scams, realize that legitimate persons will never ask you for upfront fees to obtain a loan or receive a prize. Be leery of a lender who is not concerned with your credit history. Hang up on any caller making a loan offer. Check a lender’s legitimacy with the New York State Department of Banking or the Better Business Bureau. There are reputable lenders that can help you to consolidate your debt in order to make payments more manageable.

Those of you wishing to make donations to assist in the event of a legitimate emergency make sure that the agency to which you donate is legitimate. In the past, scammers posing as charities attempted to solicit donations for disasters. It is unfortunate, but this is, unfortunately, a fact of life. In some cases, it may be better to donate funds locally at your church, synagogue or religious institution. Be certain the charitable organization you select is, in fact, using the funds for the intended purpose. It is unfortunate that scammers will take advantage of a tragic situation.

If you fall victim to a scam, notify the New York State Attorney General at 1 (800)771-7755 or www.oag.state.ny.us/ and the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877382-4357 or www.ftc.gov/. The Federal Bureau of Investigation has set up an Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) specifically for the purpose of reporting internet crimes. Their website is www.ic3.gov/.

School is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that they expect from motor vehicles. Everyone needs to share the road safely.

If your early summer plans include consuming alcoholic beverages, do not operate a motor vehicle. Summer fun is great, but getting stopped at a DWI checkpoint can take the fun away real quick. Enforcement of drunk driving has increased nationwide in an attempt to reduce Drunk Driving deaths and injuries.

We hear about these incidents in the news and feel like it can never happen to us, but that is not a mindset. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State.

Please be reminded not to put out food to feed any types of animals in Co-op City. Violations of this rule may result in the issuance of a Community Complaint.

Leaving food out results in the attraction of rodents and other wildlife. In some cases, feeding animals can interfere with their natural If you have knowledge or a concern of diet and affect their migrapossible violations of law, accounting irregtion pattern. ularities, or other suspected wrongdoing Always remember, if you affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to see something, say something. If you see suspicious report it to law enforcement, or persons in the garage or lurkyou may report it through an ing near parked vehicles on anonymous hotline by the folthe street, an auto crime lowing methods: could be taking place or be ready to happen, notify the authorities. Call 9-1-1 and Go to an independent website, the Department of Public www.lighthouse-services/riverbaycorp, Safety at (718) 671-3050. to complete an online disclosure form; Callers may remain anonymous when giving informaCall the following independent third party tion. whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 The Co-op City Depart(English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); ment of Public Safety would like to thank all perSend an e-mail to: sons who have called in reports@lighthouse-services.com (the email suspicious activity or sent must include “Riverbay” in the subject); or information via our website.

It is by your actions that the Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 crime rate remains low and (the fax must include “Riverbay” a high quality of life is in the subject of the report). maintained.

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1. Church Worship Center on first level that can seat over 300 worshipers available for rent on Sundays after 2:30 p.m. and other weekdays can be arranged.

2. Worship center on lower level that seats over 100 people also available for rent.

If interested in renting any of the spaces, call or text Father Horton Scott on 914-384-2929 for an appointment.

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MetroCard Bus

The MetroCard bus visits all three Co-op City shopping malls on the first and third Thursday of each month, enabling people to sign up for the Reduced-Fare MetroCard or purchase or add money to an existing MetroCard.

The MetroCard bus will be at Bartow Mall on Co-op City Blvd., from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.; at Dreiser Loop from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at Einstein Loop from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Transit staff will be on hand to answer any MetroCard-related questions. For more information, call (212) METROCARD or visit the MTA’s website at www.mta.info and click on Fares and Tolls.

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