Co-op City Times 06/17/2017

2017 Riverbay Board Election Results Certified New Board To Be Seated

Wednesday, June 21

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Certification of the 2017 Riverbay Board election results took place on Wednesday, June 14, resulting in a mixed bag of new candidates and incumbent directors clinching the top five positions

Newcomer to the Board, Leah Richardson, emerged as the top vote getter with 3,464 votes, followed by incumbent director Daryl Johnson with 3,430 votes

“I want to express my heartfelt thanks to the voters of Co-op City,” said Ms Richardson “I am honored and humbled that you have placed your trust in me Your voices have inspired me to work even harder to fight for the resources that will make our community even better I look forward to working with the current Board to initiate the framework for a strategic plan, a collective, communitycentered process that will not only help shape the future of our community, but create a framework by which we regularly communicate ”

Leah Richardson is no stranger to the community

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Thank You, Co-op City

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for their support in re-electing me to the Riverbay Board of Directors The election process was challenging with not being able to communicate with the community outside of candidates’ statements I am looking forward to an exciting year ahead while the Board continues to work with Management to improve efficiencies, productivity and improve on our quality of life via improved services and curb appeal.

President’s Message

Linda Berk President

serving my community, I would have loved the opportunity to continue to communicate with you during the election period In my period of silence, there were many misstatements made to the community We have many critical issues to address and to concern ourselves with, including a $40 million elevator problem We are continuing to work on several projects simultaneously, the challenge of a quarter billion-dollar corporation We will continue to give our attention to all projects.

REMINDER – HCR Carrying Charge Hearing, Monday, June 19

Representatives from the state Housing and Community Renewal agency (HCR) will hold a carrying charge conference in Co-op City on Monday, June 19 at 7 p m in Dreiser Center

Shareholders are invited to express their comments on the proposed 1 9% carrying charge increases scheduled to become effective on Aug 1, 2017 and Aug. 1, 2018. The proposal includes a 5% increase in parking charges.

The average carryin g charge in Co-op City now is $216 43 per room, and the proposed 1 9%

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Celebrating Young Scholars

While I was delighted for the opportunity to run for the benefit of

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Leah Richardson

Dar yl Johnson Linda Berk

Jerome Rice Kevin Lambright

Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. congratulates some of the Co-op City students honored for their academic excellence this past school year as Riverbay and the Riverbay Fund hosted the annual Best and Brightest celebration this past Saturday in Dreiser auditorium. See page 3 for the full story and more photos.

Photo by Rachelle Anthony

Board Election

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having served as a former president of the Building 9 Association She is also an officer of the Co-op City Democratic Club and chair of the education committee of the NAACP Co-op City branch

Daryl Johnson has been one of the Board’s most outspoken directors since his election in 2011 and a staunch advocate for fiscal responsibility This is his third 3-year term serving the shareholders of Co-op City

“I’m glad that our community voted for me to continue to give them good service,” said Mr Johnson “So, I want to thank them for their kind efforts Also, I want everyone to know that I will continue to fight for them to keep this community nice, safe and affordable ”

Incumbent Riverbay Board president Linda Berk scored third place with 3,287 votes Ms Berk has been at the forefront of the effort to implement best practices at the Riverbay Corporation She has also been instrumental in moving the corporation into the 21st century by utilizing advanced technology to effect cost savings and improve efficiency In addition, she has been a proponent of developing stronger relations with elected officials so that the community will receive services that will enhance quality of life

“I am grateful to the community for their support and belief of my work on the Board of Directors,” Ms. Berk said. “It has been a challenging three years to date and I am looking forward to the next three years of bringing efficiency, productivity and improved quality of living to my community ”

She added: "I am proud of the Board of Directors I have had the opportunity to work with for these past three years and look forward to the work of this new Board you have elected to represent you "

In fourth place is another newcomer to the Board, Jerome Rice, who also serves as president of the NAACP Co-op City branch, and is a member of the Co-op City Democratic Club Mr Rice scored 3,177 votes

“Thanks to all who exercised their right to vote and to those who supported me,” said Mr. Rice. “The time is now to work on behalf of all cooperators. Again, your vote is your voice ”

Incumbent director Kevin Lambright took the fifth place spot with 3,071 votes

“We are proving to be a resilient community,” Mr Lambright said “We must learn to work together in order to rebuild The world is watching we either win together or lose divided ”

All five of these positions will be sworn in to office on Wednesday, June 21 and begin serving their three-year terms

In the 2016 Board election, Mr Lambright was the seventh place winner; he was a stand-in on the Board having been sworn in last October to fill out the remainder of former Board President Cleve Taylor ’s term following his resignation

The sixth place winner in this year ’s election, Marie Smith, earned 2,774 votes Ms Smith also placed sixth in the 2016 election She was seated last June to fill out the final year of Rev Calvin E Owens’ term following his resignation from the Board in March 2016 when he was originally replaced by the sixth place winner in the 2015 election, Sonia Feliciano As per the Riverbay bylaws, Ms Feliciano ran in the 2016 Board election and won a full three-year term and

as a result, Ms Smith was seated last year to complete the final year of Rev Owens’ term which would have ended this year and hence she was required to run if she intended to remain on the Board. As was the case last year, Ms. Smith is once again next in line to replace any sitting director who leaves their post for whatever reason

“Although I did not win in the Board reelection campaign, it has been a wonderful learning experience,” Ms Smith stated “I will use that experience and knowledge as I continue to be actively involved in Riverbay committees and be an advocate for community improvement I would like to thank my supporters who encouraged me and supported me ”

The seventh place finisher in this year ’s election is Aminah Lucio who garnered 2,716 votes

“First, I would like to thank my supporters and all the people who assisted either with kind words or just votes,” said Ms Lucio “I would especially like to thank Bernie Cylich, a statesman in Co-op City I would also like to encourage my fellow cooperators to consider running for the Riverbay Board of Directors in future races I met some really awesome people and it was a great experience Whether you win or lose the race, you are still whole So, go for it!! And, as long as the intent is working to maintain a great quality of life in Co-op City, then I count it all good!! Congrats and best of luck to Linda, Jerome, Leah and Kevin make us proud!”

Four of the five top vote getters ran on the “Cooperators’ First” slate Incumbent director Johnson and Smith ran as independents.

The chair of the 2017 Election Committee, Board Director Claudia Sampson, expressed gratitude to the volunteer shareholders who took the time to serve on one of the Board’s most demanding committees “First, let me express my sincerest gratitude to an amazing Election Committee members for their sacrifice and hard work throughout this extended election season,” she said “They are as follows: John Gale, Francine Reva Jones, Sandy Krasnove, Annette Newman, and Dolores Rankin

“It was both an historic event and game changer, and I couldn't have done it without their tireless help and superb commitment,” Ms Sampson reported “Let me also thank Counsel Jeff Buss for his astute guidance and admirable calm. I learned a great deal from his vast wealth of knowledge and experience as I steered the committee through uncharted waters

“Kudos to Kerrie-Ann Sutherland, Steven Phillips, Michael Munns – all in the Riverbay Legal Department for keeping things running as smoothly as they did Rozaan Boone, editor-in-chief of the Co-op City Times, and her team, you rock! Thanks Irfan Nadeem in IT for setting up the kiosks and ensuring that we had wifi access to vote online in all three community centers And, of course Eddie Diaz and Jose Collado in A/V for your support during the many long hours of forums and public meetings Your fortitude and patience was much appreciated Thanks to Jessica Felice, Sharan White and Tamira King for providing nourishing food and beverages to keep us going ”

A voting incentive of $250 each to ten shareholders who voted in the election, two from each section in Co-op City, was offered this year by the Election Committee to encourage

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Combing Co-op City

Register now for free Gap Week camp program

Free for children of verified Co-op City residents – A Gap Week, allday camp program from June 28 to July 3 featuring a wide variety of learning activities and fun programs, co-sponsored by the Riverbay Fund Contact the individual organization of your choice for more information

Spaces are limited

C o n t a c t s t o re g i s t e r : A f r i c a n American Association, 177 Dreiser Loop, Chris Banner, 347 854 9200 or Chrystal Turner, 347 963 4380; C h u rc h o f G o d ’s C h i l d re n , 1 5 9 D re i s e r L o o p , N a n c y D e l r i o , 917. 374.7917; Faith @ Work Christian Church, 120 DeKruif Place, Pastor Deborah Jenkins, 718.644.0951; The G a r v e y S c h o o l , 9 5 0 B a y c h e s t e r Ave., Monique Charles, 718.320. 3902, charlesm@garveyschool.org; Martial Way Karate, 167A Dreiser Loop, Christopher Robinson, 718.379. 6725; Section 5 Teen Center, 141 Einstein Loop, Shonte Armstrong, 718. 671.2655, sarmstrong@mmcc.org

3-on-3 Basketball Tourney June 24 on Bartow Courts

Bring your “game” to the Bartow Basketball Courts at Ash Loop and Alcott Place on June 24 and compete in the 2017 Co-op City 3-man Basketball Tournament Players from ages 12 to 17 will form teams and hit the courts beginning at 8 a.m. and continuing until 4 p m

Players will be provided food and drinks and registration is required o n l i n e a t w w w. S t r e e t 2 s t r e e t . c o m .

This event is sponsored by NewSong Church, ATF Youth at NewSong Church and run by Street2Street.

Farmer’s Market Returns July 5

The Harvest Home Farmer’s Market will return every Wednesday, 8 a m to 4 p m starting July 5th through November 22nd at Asch Loop and Aldrich Avenue next to the Fire Station.

WIC and Senior FMNP coupons are accepted, as well as Health Bucks, H2S2 Health Bucks, Debit, Credit, and EBT

Co-op City 2nd Annual “Best And Brightest” Awards Program 2017 Tots To Teens Honored For Educational Excellence

BY LAURETTA J. JAYSURA

On Saturday, June 11 the Annual Co-op City Best & the Brightest Awards ceremony was held to recognize and celebrate the community’s talented “Stars and Best and Brightest” academic achievers

The formal celebration was held in the Dreiser Auditorium which was transformed into an elegant hall The event was organized by the Riverbay Board’s Youth Committee chaired by Director Rod Saunders who is the brain child of this event, and co-sponsored by the Riverbay Fund and Optimum

Two separate programs took place to celebrate the community’s high achievers More than two hundred proud and beaming parents, grandparents, family and friends came out to honor and recognize their children, Pre K, Kindergarten, 5th, 8th, and 12th grade students, who have finished their first year of schooling, or maintained a 90% average or 4 0 GPA this school year

sented with just as much elegance and ambiance, but with a lot more fanfare for the teens and t heir families to enjoy The décor, table settings and red carpet replicated a five-star eatery

The Riverbay Fund, under the leadership of Rev Dr Deborah Jenkins, sponsors the “Best & Brightest Awards Day” as Co-op City’s opportunity to shine the light on students who strive to be the best that they can be It is a day for them and their parents, or that significant person who helped or pushed them They are the next lawyers, doctors, presidents and world leaders Education Committee chair Saunders, credited with “birthing the idea,” hosted and welcomed everyone to the luncheon Rev Sheldon Williams, pastor of the Co-op City Baptist Church, delivered the Invocation and Blessings

The kick-off morning ceremony was for the tots: highly energetic boys and girls who enjoyed gifts, games, face painting, a magic show, cotton candy, and a scrumptious breakfast fare Mr & Mrs Daniels, whose daughter E’lan likes to write and is moving on to P.S. 153, said that they didn’t know what to expect, but they are glad they came and “everything is very nice ”

Little Miss Allison Caminero, 5 years old, was not too happy about moving on because she liked being in Pre-K. She said her “teacher was nice and she had fun ”

Director Saunders, who hosted both ceremonies, and whose granddaughter, Madison, is moving up, said: “They are all graduates and we are happy and proud of them. We want everyone to have a good time ”

Riverbay Board President Linda Berk, also one of the proud grandparents, and General Manager Noel Ellison, had praises for the youngsters as they congratulated them on their achievements

In introducing the guest speaker for the morning session, Councilman Andy King, Director Saunders said no other councilman has done what he has done for this district. King, who is known for his great work with the youth, was very engaging and had high praise for the young scholars “We are proud of you; we are happy for you and enjoy being a child,” he told the children. Councilman King presented each child with a City Council Certificate of Appreciation

Following in the afternoon time slot was the “2nd Annual Best & Brightest Awards 2017” program, which was pre-

The P S 178 Honor Guard, with precision and without music, led the audience in the Pledge and singing of the “National Anthem ” Thirty-one students in grades 5, 8, and 12 all maintaining an average of 90% or 4 0 GPA the entire year were honored, lauded and celebrated by all of C o - o p C i t y ’s e l e c t e d r e p r e s e n t a t ive s , i n c l u d i n g B r o n x B o r o u g h P r e s i d e n t Ruben Diaz Jr , Congressman Eliot Engel, State Senator Jamaal Bailey, NYS Assemblyman Marcos Crespo, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and NYC Councilman Andy King If they were n ot present, their representative was there. Additionally, other businesses, Community Board 10 and the Bronx Clergy Task Force were all represented Riverbay Board President Berk, in addressing the students in particular, said, “Think of excellence, making a difference and dream big!” She added, “You deserve recognition and we are happy to be here to celebrate you ”

The young stars from P.S. 178 were honored for their hard work in school and the school’s Honor Guard led the audience in the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem.

President of the 45th Pct Communit y Council Bob Bieder presented each student with a certificate of achievement and told the students, “You make me proud ”

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New York City Council Member Andy King, who represents Co-op City, was the Guest Speaker at this year’s “Best & Brightest” Awards ceremony held at the Dreiser Community Center on June 11. Photos by Lauretta Jaysura

More than 200 proud parents, grandparents, family and friends were on hand to honor Co-op City’s academic achievers from pre-kindergarten, and the 5th, 8th and 12th grades. Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. congratulated the young scholars and awarded them with the Borough President’s Certificate of Achievement.

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Victor Cruz, Vice President of Marketing at Optimum, a co-sponsor of the event, attended both programs and gave away gifts He said he was honored to be invited and could relate to the effort because he was “never one of the best or brightest,” but he never gave up He offered his personal story of being dyslexic and encouraged the students to never give up “Don’t believe you can’t because you can; look where I am today ”

Councilman King also had advice for parents in the afternoon “Under 12, they don’t need you, but at 13 years and up, they need you Don’t let go of their hands,” he said To the students, the councilman said, “Your only job is to learn Continue to participate ”

Introducing the special guest speaker for the afternoon, Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr , was Female Democratic District Leader Shirley Saunders Ms Saunders said she was proud to have the honor because she and the borough president started out together a very long time ago when he first ran for public office and they have remained friends and worked together ever since that time.

Borough President Diaz was funny, gracious and connected in his message to the students As a father of two sons, he spoke of his promise to them when they were born (they are now 22 and 24 years of age): to always be there for them He said he understands the anxiety of being a parent – “children don’t know this and yet here we are in Dreiser having a ‘classy’ lunch, meeting certain folks and navigating through all the complexities of life ” The borough president spoke of growing up in the Bronx and meeting certain folks when he was 21 years old and an assemblyman He is now 44 years and the borough president “It is good to meet certain folks,” he said, adding, “I think you guys are cool; I will walk out

of here cool with all my swagger, just for meeting you!”

Borough President Diaz then personally presented each student with a Borough President’s Certificate of Achievement.

The final presentation was a Certificate of Integrity presented to each of two outstanding young men, Emilio Malave and Dante Archibald, who had interned at Riverbay Corporation last year According to Director Saunders, these two young men approached him and made it known that they had received “too much money” in their paychecks and instead of keeping it, they both returned their checks and were given replacement checks for what they were entitled to Their actions demonstrated their honesty and ethics

By all accounts, it was a wonderful affair Lunch was superb and at day’s end, the students received more surprise gifts, including brand new laptops, Kindle Tablets or Samsung Tablets; a private movie screening and additional certificates from Assemblyman Benedetto and State Senator Bailey They were even challenged to write a statement on, “How I can best serve my community” and submit it to rsaunders@riverbayboard com no later than June 27 by 7 p m for a free trip to Washington, D C on June 30

Director Saunders thanked all committee and Board members who were in attendance, including Board President Berk, and Directors Junius Williams, Andrea Leslie, Annette Newman, Sandy Krasnove and Ed Neuman, while Rev Jenkins thanked everyone for coming and working together She also delivered the Benediction, concluding a well-spent day of celebrating the achievements of the future leaders of tomorrow

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Carrying Charge

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increase would add $4 11 to a new average $220 54 per room as of August 1, 2017 The 1 9% increase effective August 1, 2018 will raise the then current average carrying charges from $220 54 per room, per month to $224 73 per room, per month

Written comments should be mailed to George Chan, Housing Management Bureau, Division of Housing and Community Renewal, 25 Beaver St , New York, NY 10004 and postmarked on or before June 27.

Seniors may be eligible for SCRIE (Senior Citiz e n s R e n t I n c r e a s e E x e m p t i o n ) a n d t h o s e w h o qualify, or are currently on SCRIE or DRIE (Disability Rent Increase Exemption), may be minimally affected by a rent increase For more inform a t i o n c a l l t h e c i t y ’s 3 - 1 - 1 h o t l i n e o r v i s i t t h e NYC Dept. of Finance website. SCRIE applications are also available at the Bartow Administrative office Applications must be filed after receipt o f t h e H C R C o m m i s s i o n e r ’s C a r r y i n g C h a rge Increase order is handed down since a copy of the order must accompany the application

Education Committee’s Bus Trip To Washington, DC

Director Rod Saunders, chair of the Board’s Education Committee, announced at last Saturday’s Best & Brightest Awards ceremony that Co-op City students interested in going on a free ride trip to Washington, DC on June 30th should submit a brief statement addressing the topic, “How can I best serve my community ”

Submissions should be emailed to rsaunders @riverbaycorp com by 7 p m on June 27

The trip includes a visit to the Air & Space Museum, a tour of the Capitol building courtesy of the office of Congressman Eliot Engel and dinner at Golden Corral

The bus will leave at 5 a m from the Bartow Mall parking lot and is expected to be back in Co-op City at approximately 11 p m Parents will be responsible for dropping off and picking up their children from the Bartow parking lot

The bus trip is only for students Chaperones will be available to make sure the children arrive back safely

Best And Brightest

HAPPENI NG in Co-op Ci ty!

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Optimum Team: Victor Cruz, Vanessa Moran and Steven Rosario A magician enter tained the children with tricks and games at the morning event

Students were given the royal treatment, walking down a red carpet to receive their awards

Photos by Lauretta Jaysura and Rachelle Anthony

The room was festively decorated with balloons for the Pre-K and Kindergarden group of attendees and their families

The honored teens were greeted with an elegant table display for their evening at the Dreiser Auditorium

Board President Linda Berk

Board Director Rod Saunders, chair, Education Committee

Bob Beider, chair, CB#10 Education Committee

Board Director Deborah Jenkins, President of the Riverbay Fund

General Manager Noel Ellison

President’s Report

I Did Not, Could Not, Give Away Land Without The Input Of The Community.

It was reported that I, as President, rushed an emergency resolution to give our land away without giving the community the chance to give their input Unfortunately, the community was told this, though it was the furthest thing from the truth

Yes, I did take advantage of the Mayor’s desire to announce the development of a park at Co-op City during Bronx Week Our signing the Memorandum of Donation was a NONBINDING agreement that both par-

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ties agree that they are interested in the idea of a waterfront park It DID NOT EXCLUDE the community

My goal was to bring realistic options to the community to review and consider As First Vice President Bernard Cylich reported to the community, there will be a Town Hall meeting and a SURVEY to include the community’s input, in two of his viewpoints

Please understand that I am very interested in the community’s thoughts and ideas regarding a waterfront park If the community is not interested, it will not happen. I can assure you, as I have assured fellow Board directors

Congratulations, Crystal!

more than once in writing, we will have our own town hall meeting

I also intend to perform a survey so each apartment will have the opportunity to have their say Of course, I believe it will be a beautiful addition to our community, however, that is my personal opinion I am very interested in yours and I respect the will of the community

I look forward to my next three years on the Board to serve my fellow shareholders We have so much promise for this community, our community Forward ever, backwards never Thank you, again!

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If the Co-op City Times Was Not Delivered: Call 347-439-5632 on Saturdays ONLY, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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

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

Public Safety Report

CCPD urges drivers to “CLICK IT OR TICKET”

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

Police still pay special ention to the enforcement he seat belt law “CLICK R

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp com; and Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp com

Heightened ment will be in effect to ge drivers to ensure that ns in their vehicles are g eatbelt Seatbelts have shown to effectively reduce your risk of death in a car crash Front passengers in all vehicles must wear seatbelts at all times Children and young adults in the rear seats must also wear seat belts All passengers in a vehicle should wear seat belts The driver of the vehicle is ultimately responsible for all passengers in their vehicle and can receive summonses and points on their license for all violations

TICKET”

Every person riding in an automobile should wear a seatbelt Seatbelts save lives Airbags are not a substitute for seatbelts and are des igned to be used in connection with seatbelts An airbag comes out of the steering wheel or dashboard at a speed of 250 miles per hour Without a seatbelt the force of an airbag can cause serious injuries to the front seat passenger and driver Wearing a seatbelt in a vehicle equipped with airbags will minimize injuries in otherwise life threatening collision

Seatbelts will prevent the wearer from be ing thrown from the automobile in the case of a collision Today’s automobiles are designed to keep the passenger compartment intact in the event of a collision Without a seatbelt you will not remain within that safety zone Unsecured persons in a vehicle continue to travel at the vehicle’s speed until they strike a solid object within or outside the vehicle Internal organs of the unbelted person then collide with the skeletal system causing serious internal injuries An unbelted person also serves as a projectile and can cause injuries to other persons in the vehicle A person properly restrained stays within the vehicle’s safety zone and comes to a slower stop thereby minimizing injuries

During the spring it may be likely that drivers might be taking more trips and transporting children or other passengers in their vehicles It is very important that all drivers are aware of the rules and regulations regarding the appropriate restraint system for passengers of all ages. Using the proper car seat greatly increases children’s safety when they ride in a vehicle Every person riding in a vehicle should be appropriately buckled up every time you drive your vehicle.

Never put a rear facing infant seat in the front seat of an auto that has a passenger airbag The airbag can propel the car seat into the seat back with enough force to seriously injure or kill the child. Never hold a child on your lap while driving or while seated in the front seat The force of the airbag throwing the child against you could be fatal You should never take a child out of a car seat if they are fussing Car seats in the rear seat is always the way to go, never regard not sitting in a car seat or sitting in the front seat as a reward

Children need to be buckled up in the rear seat of the vehicle properly restrained Children aged 8 or over, weighing 100 pounds or more or taller than 4 feet, 9 inches may use a seat belt Children between 4 and 8, 40 to 100 pounds should use a booster seat. Children 1 to 4 years of age should be in a child safety seat with a five point harness Children younger than 1 should placed in a rear facing infant seat in the back seat of the auto. Never use a car seat that has been in an accident, it may have sustained

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Clarifying "Scoping Session" Language From Land Donation Article By

General Counsel & Management

made between cooperators voicing their opinions whether in favor of or against and what they'd like to see done with the land?”

If I've learned nothing else in dealing with the business of the Riverbay Corporation, it is that ALL language MUST be clarified and nothing is to be taken for granted or even at face value I feel that is my responsibility to respond to the numerous cooperators who have reached out to me and voiced concerns about this generous land giveaway or donation.

To this end, I decided to request that the authors of the "Riverbay Corporation Outlines The Facts Regarding The Proposed Waterfront Park," General Counsel Jeffrey Buss and Bob Klehammer, executive general manager, clarify the “scoping session” language I remain against this, but nevertheless, you all deserve truth and clarification. In my opinion, this is not an “us” versus “them;” this is a “WE” (15,000+) and this should have been done prior to proceeding with a Memorandum of Donation The 2nd question the article seeks to answer is, "Does the community have any say in the process?" The answer was, "Yes The process envisions a series of public ‘scoping’ sessions which are public hearings. At those hearings, the City Parks Department, local officials, and the Riverbay Board, will receive input from the community on whether it wants a park, and if so, what type of park " Again, language is very important To me, the reality is that this answer skips a critical part of the "process" that should have occurred before the donation was given – the community having a say. So I decided to ask for clarity for all our sake as this was never made clear to the FULL Board nor the community

My email to Mr Buss and Mr Klehammer:

“Your combined article reg arding the land donation mentioned ‘scoping sessions ’ Are these said ‘scoping sessions’ to be led by the City of New York? When I say ‘led by,’ I mean is there a distinction being

The email continues by me stating that I believe we deserve a town hall meeting and that it reall y should have happened before telling the city they could have our land I asked with this level of specificity because I don’t want any of us to believe one thing and have another thing happen I wanted to make sure that we, the cooperators, would have an opportunity to discuss this before the city becomes officially involved So Mr Buss responded by saying that the Board can call a meeting with the cooperators (shareholders), anytime and for any reason

Mr Buss' response:

“Good afternoon

“The Board is free to call a meeting with the shareholders, anytime, for any reason ”

Note: Prior to Mr Buss' response the Board president replied: " if up to me, we would hold a townhall meeting with our shareholders long before the city holds its scoping sessions " My response to the president: "As president of the Board, it is entirely up to you whether or not there's a town hall prior to the 'Scoping Sessions' However, please accept this as my formal request for a town hall prior to the said ‘Scoping Sessions’ ” The Board president also said that a town hall meeting had always been planned There have been no indications to the full Board nor was there any in the article so how could that have bee n assumed? However, I'm happy to hear that it was her plan and asked when was the planned town hall, no dates or suggestions were given

Fellow cooperators, you see my formal request which the president told me wasn't necessary, but again, I believe in the documentation of facts I will continue to seek a date for the town hall and so should you Please take part in it and don't allow it to

devolve into what the "scoping sessions" is designed to do, determine what you want Come asking the hard questions, voicing your support or opposition You have to hold this, YOUR Board, responsible for every single decision it makes Yes, you elected us to do business on your behalf, but you haven't elected us to simply do whatever we want Does anyone remember several years ago how we asked the city for the land next to Red Lobster where the trailers are stored and we were never given it? We wanted to build a youth/community center there, but they said no Fast forward to 2017, and the city still uses it for trailer storage and we are still without a youth/community center, but because of our generosity, we may have a waterfront park Yes, that sounds balanced I have literally had cooperators call me and email to say, Rev Jenkins, I will donate benches, I will lay ground, I will donate my labor and teams to build a park, but don't give the land away These cooperators seem to understand the value of land and retention of that land

My next question to Mr Buss and Management is, “Has a land use study been performed?” “What analysis is there on file which determined the $7M cost they said it would have cost the Riverbay Corporation to develop a waterfront park ourselves?” These are all critical questions that we should have had answered prior to the “great land giveaway ”

Again, as of this writing, I don't know the outcome of the election, but I do anticipate a rough upcoming year I encourage all of you to PLEASE consider running for the Board of Directors next year! Ensure that the voice of the entire community is taken into consideration

Please feel free to continue to contact me either by email at djenkins@riverbayboard com or by phone (718) 644-0951

Director

Deborah Jenkins

Board Election

shareholders to vote in the Board election A random computerized drawing took place yesterday, conducted by officials of the Riverbay Finance Department and overseen by members of the 2017 Election Committee and the Legal Department. The winners were notified and will be presented with their prize on Wednesday, June 21 at the open Board meeting to be held in room 31 of the Bartow Center when the newly elected directors take their oath of office (See chart at right for the incentive winners ) Following the swearing in ceremony, the election of officers for 2017-2018 will take place at which point, the 2016-2017 officers will either relinquish their posts to their successors or continue to serve in the positions to which they are elected In addition, the election of the chairs of the Audit Committee and Cooperator Appeals Committee will take place These two Board committees continue their work throughout the summer months Plaques will also be presented to outgoing directors, Leah Graham and Marie Smith

This year, the annual Board election was facilitated by Election-America, an independent election contractor It was conducted by both mail-in and online ballots The voting period began at 6 a m on Wednesday, May 17 and ended at 9 p m on Wednesday, May 24 Election-America then had to turn over the results of the election to the Riverbay Election Committee on May 31 for review and certification and at that time, it was reported that a quorum had not yet been met

The election voting period was therefore extended from May 31 to 11:59 p m on Tuesday, June 13 The second review of the votes and certification of the annual Board election then took place on Wednesday, June 14 in room 31 of the Bartow Center The 2017 Election Committee has certified that 5,175 votes were cast in the Board election Of that number, 3,840 were paper ballots and 1,335 were online ballots

The 2017 quorum was 5,040, not 5,036 as was previously released According to the Election Committee, the first number – 5,036 – was tabulated based on a list of shareholders received from Riverbay Corporation in late March for the test survey that was conducted prior to the official election ballots being mailed to familiarize shareholders with this year’s voting process However, when Riverbay submitted the official list of shareholders of record as of April 3, 2017 who would be eligible to participate in the annual Board election, it included four additional names and hence the change in the required number of votes to satisfy the 2017 quorum

This year represents the third time in Co-op City’s history that a quorum was not met The first occurrence was in February 1979 when 1/3 of shareholders failed to vote in the election and the then-state Division of Housing Commissioner Victor Marrero threatened to remove the sitting Board and appoint a new Board. However, after a hearing on the matter, the housing commissioner ruled that the election was valid and the incoming directors could be seated but

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only for a period of one-year, after which they had to run for re-election. In the meantime, the new Board was charged with revising the corporation’s bylaws to set the time and place of subsequent Board elections and to submit the document for approval by the state Division of Housing in order to avoid confusion about the election process in the future.

In 2015, the community again did not make the quorum on election day, Wednesday, May 20, 2015 forcing the election to be extended for one additional day

A challenge to this year’s election has been filed by the second place winner, Mr Johnson The election committee is currently reviewing the matter

“I would like to congratulate and welcome the five candidates selected to serve as directors of the Riverbay Corporation for the next three years: Leah Richardson, Daryl Johnson, Linda Berk, Jerome Rice, and Kevin Lambright Well done and wishing you all the best,” stated Director Sampson “It has been my pleasure and a honor serving as the chair of 2017 Riverbay Board of Directors' Election Committee ”

2017 Election Incentive Winners

What a pleasure it was to celebrate our 2nd Annual Best and Brightest Awards ceremony for the 31 fifth, eighth and twelfth grade Co-op City graduates, all having maintained a 90% (or equivalent) grade point average on their report cards, and verified by the schools they attend

As we did a year ago, the Education Committee, under the not-for-profit Riverbay Fund aspect of the corporation, is composed of members Sandy Krasnove, Annette Newman, Rev Dr Robert Smith, Rev Dr Sheldon E Williams, Tamira King, Bishop Angelo Rosario, Rev Nancy Rosario, Christine Adderly, Josephine Ferguson and Shirley J Saunders, as well as committee member/Riverbay Board Director Andrea Leslie, were all on hand at either or both the morning and afternoon celebrations.

This year, the Best and Brightest Award Ceremony was opened by P S 178’s Color Guard, who led the audience in both the Pledge of Allegiance, and in the singing of the “Star-Spangled Banner ”

Representing P S 178’s Color Guard: Terrence Longworth, Kayla Daley, Karma Jenkins, Jasmin George, Ahmad Masalma and Elizabeth Nlemchkwu

Following my welcome was committee member Rev Dr Sheldon E Williams, who began with his congratulatory statement to the assemblage, and in closing Rev Williams gave the Invocation Following the Invocation, we were addressed by Riverbay Fund president, and proud awardee parent, Rev Dr Deborah Jenkins

Riverbay Board President Linda Berk, who also made it to both the morning and afternoon celebrations, was next to welcome and address the students, parents, and invited guests

Celebrating Co-op City’s Best and Brightest

Also among the invited guests were Riverbay Board members Sonia Feliciano and Junius Williams

I greatly appreciate them taking the time to come out and attend the event

NY City Councilman Andy King came to our morning event with certificates, interacted with our Pre-K & Kindergarten celebrants, and spoke to the young participants at the event in a manner, and with a message, that everyone understood Councilman King is good at doing that! At the afternoon event, Councilman King was very eloquent in giving a very inspirational speech I cannot thank him enough for his commitment to education, children, and the residents of Co-op City

Our guest speaker for the afternoon was none other than the Bronx Borough President himself, the Honorable Ruben Diaz Jr , who was introduced by Education Committee member, and Female Democratic District Leader Shirley J Saunders, for she was most instrumental in successfully having the borough president attend

Borough President Diaz’s message to our attendees focused on his personal maturation from a young married adult with children, to the father of young men attending college today, and the expectations that come with excellence in education The borough president came with Certificates of Excellence from his office, co-sponsored by the Bronx Clergy Task Force

Community Board 10 was represented by Youth Committee Chair Robert Beider, who, after addressing the audience, issued their own especially-designed-for-theBest-and-Brightest event certificates to the student high achievers for their commitment to excellence

Mr Victor Cruz, vice president of sales for Optimum, agreed to sponsor both celebratory events, the moving-up party for the Pre-K & Kindergarten registrants at the 10 a m – 12 p m party,

and the 2 p m to 6 p m event for the Best and Brightest Optimum representatives Vanessa Moran and Steven Rosario were also present at both events, and provided Optimum take-home gifts for all the students and their parents.

Mr Cruz addressed the afternoon audience He spoke about working his way up the co rporate ladder by being well educated, resourceful, and prepared Mr Cruz also thought that what we are doing for our young students is a great idea, and said that he has yet to see any other community recognize their youngsters as we do

Riverbay Corporation’s General Manager Noel Ellison attended both morning and afternoon functions, spoke to the parents and students, and presented certificates to every student at both events

Thank you, Noel!

Assemblyman, and Bronx Democratic County Leader, Marcos Crespo sent certificates

NY State Senator Jamaal Bailey, represented by Deputy Chief-of-Staff Kenny Agosto, spoke on behalf of Sen Bailey, and presented certificates of excellence to the student honorees.

A s s e m b l y m a n M i c h a e l B e n e d e t t o , r e p r e s e n t e d b y L eg i s l a t ive A i d e L e o n Tu l t o n , s p o ke o n b e h a l f o f A s s e m b l ym a n B e n e d e t t o , a n d p r e s e n t e d c e r t i ficates of excellence

This year, we gave Integrity Awards to two young men, both Co-op City residents who deserved to be recognized not for their academic achievement, but most certainly for their moral judgement and character While working here in Co-op City as summer interns last year, and without

hesitation, Emilio Malave, and Dante Archibald returned payroll checks that were made out to each of them in amounts that were completely inconsistent with what they were supposed to receive They returned the checks immediately, and were subsequently issued checks made out in the correct amount

I sincerely hope that the values that Emilio’s mom, and Dante’s mom have instilled in their sons is indicative of what we can come to expect from Co-op City young men and women, and that having more youngsters like these two coming up through our corporate structure will provide the best of examples for everyone

Without question, the final product of the Best and Brightest Awards celebration would not be nearly as successful as it was, without the inexhaustible help of Board of Director Liaison Sharan White and her partner for the event, Tamira King Many of you may have seen Ms White’s interview on News 12 Saturday evening, and early Sunday morning, along with a comment or two of mine, and additional interviews by the student recipients and their parents who were in attendance.

Working with Sharan White and Tamira King were Reggie O’Connell and James Melendez, both also of Riverbay Corporation, and all of whom worked both celebratory sessions

I sincerely hope that you will all take the opportunity to watch our committee’s labor of love on the community channel, honoring our newest rising stars, and who knows, possibly next year, you may be at next year’s celebration honoring someone you know

Director ’s Viewpoint Rod Saunders Assistant Secretary

You Helped Put Land Issue On Front Page

an expression of interest

Parties executing this MOD and signing were New York City Department of Parks Commissioner Mitchell J Silver and Linda Berk, president of Riverbay Board of Directors on behalf of approximately 55,000 residents

designed for wheelchair access Cooperators’ Concerns

To all cooperators who are standing up with directors who voted NO to gifting LAND to the City (Junius Williams, Daryl Johnson, Marie Smith and Evelyn M Turner) thank you!

Viewpoints, letters, phone calls and e-mails from cooperators have made it crystal clear the Board has NO right to “donate” their land, in my opinion; our voices have put the issue squarely on the front page of the Co-op City Times

If ever there was a time for concerned cooperators to stand united and harness written outrage into one clear, resounding call that will reverberate all the way to:

George Chan, Housing Management Bureau, Division of Housing and Community Renewal, 25 Beaver Street, New York, NY 10004

Holly M. Leicht & Stacy Schrager – United States Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD), 26 Federal Plaza, New York, NY 10007

The Honorable Governor Andrew Cuomo – 420 Lexington Avenue, Suite 845, New York, NY 10170

Remember the flyer “Business NOT Politics!

“Never look for the Trump like Promises ”

Quid Pro Quo: Something for Something –Exchange of something valuable is required

In the CC Times on May 13, 2017 a headliner was “NYC Mayor Focused on Co-op City A picture was taken with Riverbay’s Board President Linda Berk who was among a small group of people invited to attend the Mayors’ Fundraiser birthday party The Mayor reportedly discussed his desire to improve municipal services for Riverbay residents

Riverbay agents, Jeffrey Buss, Riverbay General Counsel, and Bob Klehammer, Riverbay Executive General Manager from Douglas Elliman Realty Company, have shared new and old information for cooperators, including Board members:

The Memorandum of Donation approved by only eight Board members (Linda Berk, Claudia Sampson, Sonia Feliciano, Rod Saunders, Francine Reva Taylor, Kevin Lambright, Bernie Cylich & Leah Graham) is

Donation – means giving, contribution, bestowal, allotment, and gift

The cooperators’ land to be donated/gifted to the city, “involves two acres of which 1.4 acre upland would become a PUBLIC PARK – PUBLIC SPACE.”

Community Engagement

Cooperators were not asked for input prior to eight Board members voting to donate land According to Riverbay employees agent, Counsel Jeffrey Buss and Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer, cooperators would be invited to A SERIES OF PUBLIC “scoping session” hearings A definition of what a scoping session looks like will hopefully be shared at a later date Additionally, public input and approvals from oversight agencies are required Quid Pro Quo

Reportedly, the Board (some) received notice on a SUNDAY that the Mayor wanted to make a public announcement on Thursday during Bronx Week If we wanted the city to pay for the waterfront park, he reportedly required an expression of interest BEFORE making a public announcement The Mayor got his wish as eight Board members voted for a Memorandum of Donation, which is essentially an expression of interest The president called an Emergency Meeting on a Wednesday and the Mayor made his announcement on Bronx News 12 that Thursday

It has been suggested that a Memorandum of Donation of cooperators’ land is NOT a legally binding document If the resolution is not legally binding why did the Mayor feel comfortable announcing it to the entire City/State of New York?

Design examples of A PUBLIC PARK that could be built for Co-op City & all NYC residents to enjoy although there has not yet been any consensus that these will be built in Co-op City are:

Walkways – playgrounds – or a recreational facility, a second baseball field, another basketball court, a dog walk that would accommodate Co-op City, as well as other communities who could access the park; a fragrant garden for the visually impaired and a boardwalk

This director has met and solicited great feedback about the possible “land gift” to build a public park in our backyard It has been a learning experience! One cooperator challenged me to research what happened in CB-4 The city destroyed 20 acres of parkland to build the new Yankee Stadium Headline: Advocates mourn loss of promised parkland The city appears to be breaking its promise The Park is transferring the site to the EDC for housing development It was suggested that there may be a precedent for construction along the entire length of our WATERFRONT Another headline reads, “A Fight at the Harlem Waterfront ” Another cooperator asked that I research a non-diverse community in the Bronx called “Silver Lining ” I read where “Waterfront is New York’s Sixth’s Borough ” New York City is rediscovering its Maritime Spirit Another headline: Mayor Bill de Blasio is throwing $100 million on the East Side for use in constructing a bikeway and waterway along the East River Also, there is an active “Waterfront Alliance” organization. Thank you, my fellow cooperators, for advising and sharing!

Waterfront land is VALUABLE and once it’s gone, Co-op City will NEVER get it back In the opinion of many, a PUBLIC PARK will change Co-op City community culture FOREVER

We can WAIT until after elevators are repaired and develop a private waterfront park A public park translates into foot traffic and much more

Cooperators, you WERE NOT and HAVE NOT yet been involved in the conversation about WHAT YOU WANT to do with YOUR LAND that YOUR CARRYING CHARGE is paying for

Now that the longest cost-saving Board Election is over, (Bank Statement year ending 2017 ($30,850,000, that’s 30 million plus) – a new Board will be sworn in and your voice shall be heard

This is the month African-Americans celebrate JUNETEENTH - (Freedom of the Slaves, who paved my way)

The American Negro must remake his past in order to make his future History must restore what slavery took away –Arthur Schomburg

Evelyn M Turner, LCSW - evelyntinez@ aol com or 917-324-1033

Building 9 Association

Greetings:

Our Annual Bake Sale was a huge success this year! Our best Bake Sale shout-out goes to Catherine Lemon! Catherine donated a Coconut Custard Pie, a Lemon Pound cake, a chocolate layer cake and a pineapple-coconut layer cake!!! She really outdid herself this year Thank you so very much, Catherine, for your generosity and for your enthusiastic support of our building association

Mitzi Cleare baked her Olde Fashioned Sour Cream Pound Cake (which was an early sell out); Mrs Mary Walker baked her famous Pecan Tartlets (we had four back orders from last year for those; so, they never made it out of the kitchen) and her Supreme Coconut Cake with Pineapple (both items were sold out before they ever left the kitchen); Shirley Wells baked her Rummy Rum Cake and made brownies, Gwen Anderson: double-chocolate layer cake and a pineapple coconut layer cake; Barbara Cloud: Glazed Pound Cake; Linda Morris: Lemon Glazed Bundt Cake, Barbara Nesby's grandson, Aundre (Dre's Delights) baked and donated his awesome decorated assorted cupcakes; Linda Collins: Pineapple Upside-down cake and Carrot Cake

To my dear neighbor and dedicated association member, Daisy McCoy, who donated a case of water to be given without charge to those who donated or purchased cake, we all thank you for your thoughtfulness Our heartfelt gratitude to all the wonderful bakers, neighbors and friends of Building 9! Our Bake Sale could not have been a success without each and every one of you!!! To our Bake Sale volunteers, we could not have done it without all of you Thank you, Shirley Wells, Gwen Anderson, Shirley Johnson, Ellen, and Eloise To our customers, 'Thank You' for another near-sell-out year! We raised $237

Our Native American Story Hour was hosted by association member Robert Rosario (native given name) An hour of amusing and animated stories, myths and legends about the land, the animals (bears, coyotes, tail-sniffing-dogs, etc ) and the indigenous peoples of the land My favorite was the closing joke about Sitting Bull and Gen Custer at Little Bighorn, 72 indeed! There were two Pembleton blankets on display which depict images of tribal life and lore Two lifelike, hand-crafted owls were displayed as props There was also a simulated 'campfire' prop created to add to the overall ambiance of the event Also, in accordance with tribal custom and tradition, small gifts of appreciation and good will (hand-crafted and donated by Janice Rosario) were imparted to all in attendance We thank you, Robert and Janice Rosario! We will schedule another Story

Hour in the winter

Building 9 Association bus ride to Brotherhood Winery/Woodbury Commons is sold out Thank you all for your participation We look forward to seeing you next Saturday, June 24th

Today, Saturday, June 17th, is our 6th Annual Section Two Summer Family Fun Day event

Please come out and participate

The association does not meet in July and August See you in September!

Linda Collins

Building 13 Association

Reminder: HCR will be available to hear your concerns about the carrying charge increase on Monday, June 19, in the Dreiser Auditorium at 7 p m

TODAY IS SUMMER FUN DAY and YOU are invited to our 6th Annual Summer Fun Day Watch your favorites get dunked in the Dunk Tank, MOM Jacqueline Mason, Director Daryl Johnson and Chief Apollo, just to name a few Take a photo booth picture, dance with your dad and enjoy the free franks, cotton candy and popcorn See a martial arts demonstration from 12-12:30 p m Show your Salsa dancing skills at 1 p m with Juan Ortega (One Man Band), and enjoy Zumba from 3:15-4:15 p m Listen to DJ Val spin songs and play “Name That Tune” for a special prize There will be carnival games and other free giveaways Get your Summer Fun Day bracelet

NEWS FLASH!!! ADVANCED AUTO WILL BE OFFERING COUPONS.

The Annual Summer Fun Day event is scheduled for today, June 17, from noon - 6 p m in Section 2 between Carver Loop and Casals Place The Cardinal Hayes Drummers will open the ceremony with the Veterans Post 1871 Honor Guard. FREE t-shirts to the first 50 youth. Test your racing skills with Velocity Track members and basketball with JGC Skills and Drills Don't miss out; see you today, Saturday, June 17, from noon to 6 p m Rain date: June 24

Without these sponsors, Summer Fun Day would not be possible, so thank you to State Senator Jamaal Bailey, Councilman Andy King, Congressman Eliot Engel, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Rosenshein Realty-Peartree Mall, Stop and Shop, Fairway Foods, Restaurant Depot, McCall’s Bronxwood Funeral Home, Attorney Stephen Kaufman, Bob’s Discount Furniture, Stop and Shop, Amalgamated Bank and Allstate via Anthony Wright, Men’s Wearhouse and Advanced Auto Additionally, we want to thank the Co-op City Community Relations Department, Riverbay Fund, American Legion Post 1871, Cardinal Hayes High School, CCPD, 45th Precinct, Community Board 10, Department of Sanitation and the NY Fire Department.

Those of you traveling with us to the Nordic Lodge and Foxwoods Casino, please remember the date, Saturday, July 15 We will leave from 100 Casals Place at 7:30 a m and depart for home at 6:30 p m Please be prompt

Join us on our next adventure to WARMDADDY’S DINNER, JAZZ and BLUES/SUGAR HOUSE CASINO – Philadelphia, Pa Leaving from Casals Place: at 9:30 a m Saturday, October 21, and departing from WarmDaddys at 9:00 p m Cost: $105 and can be paid in two installments, $55 due July 30; $50 due August 30. Book early, seats go fast.

Assoc Inc and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475 For information, contact Sherrie Hernandez at 914-837-5970; Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370. Our website is http:// www bldg13assoc com or e-mail us at bthirteen assoc@yahoo com

Again, thanks for making our team work

Leslie Peterson

Bake Sale Roundtable members provided a tantalizing variety of cakes and treats at this year’s successful bake sale

Director

There are several issues going on at this time Cooperators are asking questions about the elections, carrying charge increase and the recent “Memo of Donation.”

The public conference is scheduled for Monday, June 19th at 7 p m in Dreiser Auditorium A Each cooperator was informed in the paperwork they have a 30-day comment period The comment write-in period ends on June 27th You may comment on the financial schedules and the proposed carrying charge increase and submit the mailed response by the deadline to: George Chan, New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal Housing Management Bureau, 25 Beaver Street 6th Floor, New York, NY 10004

To Donate, Sell or Do It Yourself, that is the question never asked prior to entering into the nonbinding agreement I do not want to lose focus In my opinion, the question was never about do we want the waterfront developed, but the manner in which we accomplish that task

I have received calls and emails from many cooperators asking questions, seeking answers, making suggestions and some livid about not being consulted

first I reviewed the Co-op City Times going back to February 2017 From then to now, the discussion was primarily about the asbestos requirement, sanitation and CCPD In addition to the primary issues, there was mention of wanting a Community Center and Waterfront development At NO place in any of those articles or President’s messages, did I see mention of giving away land There was no meeting with the full Board where giving away land was discussed So yes, the word “waterfront” was mentioned

In last week’s CCTimes paper, there was an article written by the Riverbay General Counsel and the Riverbay Executive General Manager stating the 5year Capital Plan included a $7 3 million ticket for the waterfront park That cost did not come with a scope of work, however, I believe the area they refer to include a larger piece of the waterfront, and consequently, we may be comparing apples to ora nges

The city is suggesting improvements on 1 4 acres A discussion with the full Board would have been perfect, but now a meeting with the cooperators is of the utmost importance There are questions that an article in the paper doesn’t answer

In 2005, Mayor Bloomberg promised the Williamsburg community in Brooklyn, a waterfront park The city recently purchased this private property I am not suggesting we want to sell, it is just a point of information Cooperators think the agreement is about a full waterfront development, but as the picture in last week’s CCTimes shows, it is not

Broun Place Townhouse Association

From Broun Place Townhouse Association: Congratulations to all the graduates and enjoy your celebrations Good luck to each of you as you go forward

Reverend Dr Gladys Little and Jerry Barnett, long time recognized Riverbay names and faces, have passed We send their families condolences, acknowledgements and deep appreciation Their contributions are remembered Additionally, June 10th in memoriam for William Schwarz, happy birthday He is a twenty-year-plus administrator and former general manager in Co-op City During his time, the “cooperators editorial review board” was in effect, great tot-lot parks were initiated and the “get out of the office” walk throughs to converse with cooperators were begun

Now it is about the street construction, going on now and the basketball underground hookups requiring the closing of Garage 6 Although we look forward to the new courts, I have written to the general manager with regard to how cooperators are treated We need to know when new construction is scheduled We may need to add more time to get to our vehicles or to the shopping center or bus stop It is also important that cooperators are recognized for the possibilities and respected. And Broun Place supports Ms. Michelle Marbury, president of Building 21 Association, to remove the word “tenant” from all Riverbay documents This is with particular reference to work-order signature documents Residents are not tenants! We are cooperators, residents and/or neighbors

We attended Scott Stringer’s one hour roundtable meeting. We hope there will be more opportunities like this Praises to the comptroller for setting this up It was great that so many building association representatives attended We encourage these community activists to attend committee meetings like Buildings and Grounds and give their constructive comments. The next meeting of the Buildings and Grounds Committee is June 6, please represent It is at this grassroots level that we can bring our expertise to make a difference

A response has been received from the Department of Sanitation regarding the dumping under I-95, Bassett and DeReimer Avenues. This is DOT land and we will follow-up with them

Special Projects Director Joe Boiko escorted me to all townhouse clusters reviewing all signage Broun Place’s is the most deteriorated Our townhouse ID signs will be repainted or replaced. High rise building representatives reported their sidewalk signage problems too at the Buildings and Grounds Committee Meeting last week

Hallelujah, mailboxes are back That slot is hardly wide enough for a large envelope. In order to return a package, you must go to the post office and stand on that line Go to another neighborhood, the old fashioned mailboxes with large chutes are on public street corners! Why were we fitted with this type of mailbox?

“If you see something, say something;” call Public Safety: 718-671-3050. Thank you Public Safety for after-school patrols Time to clean your convectors! Contact us with your issues!

Eva Lazaar

possible rent or carrying charge and demand the most economical operation, arguing that giving away land, rather than leasing it, goes against the most economical directive The cooperator’s e-mail questions the value of even a small tract of our property considering we are said to be worth billions

The cooperator asked, “ what is the current market value (not the value on the financial statements which is based on original cost) of all of Co-op City's land and the related percentage value of that tract? If the actual dollar amount was openly discussed, people might not think that giving it away is "no big deal "

While writing this article it brought to mind the request we made for the city to build a community center on the property they own located between Red Lobster and the Project Hope building on Bartow Avenue Instead, they chose to park trailers in that area creating an eyesore in the community If an ea rnest attempt to compensate, then build the center on the NYC property you own Hmmmmm!

As of the writing of this viewpoint, I was informed a quorum was reached and when this article is printed we should know the outcome of the election This was a new process and I am sure will come with questions, criticisms and hopefully positive suggestions for going forward

“You must never be fearful about what you do when it's right,” by Rosa Parks

Recently, a cooperator wanted to remind directors of their obligation to obtain the lowest

I am always interested in hearing your thoughts I can be reached by mail at: Leslie Peterson, Riverbay Board Director, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bx, NY 10475; Tel @ 718-320-1370, or e-mail at lpeterson@riverbayboard com or daddpeterson@aol com

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Building 21 Association

Here for you all summer!!!

The fiscal year of the building association begins in September and ends in June The Building 21 Association will remain active throughout the summer in the form of events like Think Tank, etc Come and join us

Our general meeting last Thursday was well attended; we’ll share more about our esteemed guest speakers and announce the “$300 21 Association Rewards Point Winner” in the next edition of the CO-OP City Times Stay tuned!!!

THINK TANK at Building 21 needs your input We all want a better CO-OP City, and the best way to have that, is to be informed and take advantage of the infrastructure that protects and guides us Come and lend your intention to The Tank THINK TANK at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:30 p m THINK TANK is where we develop each other’s ideas for the progression of the CO-OP City community We convene every Friday evening, 8:30 -10 p m in the gathering room in the rear of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop) Be a part of something to change your life, your community, and the lives of others, for the better

Floor Captains 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 OFFICES 718-320-3300

Questions regarding the Building 21 Association You have three ways of gaining information EMAIL your building association at 21association @gmail com CALL your association at 347 504 1821 ATTEND the monthly meetings which are held every 4th Thursday in the “Gathering Room” in the rear of the B-section at 7 p m FYI, all monies collected (i e annual dues, etc ) are turned in to our treasurer and installed in the association’s bank account

This is your community What are you doing to help make it better???

We are dedicated to the self-development and empowerment of every shareholder in CO-OP City We are passionate about our community Join us at Building 21 (120 Bellamy Loop) in “The Gathering Room ” Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals A FORCE FOR GOOD

See you around the neighborhood!

Michelle Marbury

Building 26 Association

Warm weather greetings to our Co-op City families, friends, merchants, and especially our new residents June is here so get out and take a leisurely walk throughout our beautiful community Enjoy!

Fond wishes to everyone celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and other celebrated events during the month of June Congratulations to all of our June graduates We wish you much success with your future endeavors

Speedy recovery to all who are sick, home bound, and/or hospitalized Our sincere condolences to those families who have suffered the loss of a beloved one Special condolences to the family of Pearl Tucker, a beloved resident of building 26C Pearl, we’ll miss your lovely smile, your laughter, and your unselfish assistance/volunteering May you rest in peace Blessings to the concerned families during your difficult time of bereavement.

Residents who park their vehicles on the street/or the garages are reminded to remove all valuables, including small change, from plain view within your vehicle There has been numerous cars vandalized and thefts taken from cars

Save your personal checks and pay your monthly maintenance fee online by logging on to www riverbaycorp com and scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the PayLease icon You can also go directly to the PayLease website www paylease com to register and pay your maintenance It’s easy, convenient, and environmentally friendly.

The building association is on vacation for the months of June, July, and August We wish all of you a very safe but enjoyable vacation We will return for our monthly meeting on Tuesday, September 12, at 7:30 p m in the rear lobby of 2420 Hunter Avenue.

Let's all work to help keep Co-op City clean by properly disposing trash in the nearest receptacle Please dispose of large boxes, furniture, and other large objects from your residence by taking it to the designated area of your building's basement. Debris thrown from your window and/or terrace is dangerous. Violators will be summonsed and/or arrested If you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1 for emergencies and 3- 1-1 for all non-emergencies

YuVonne Lewis

Building 32 Association

Our Bake Sale was a resounding success Thanks to our bakers and our purchasers, there was something to tempt everyone Our bakers' delectable wares sold out within minutes Again, thank you, everyone, for your contributions

Lorna Smith

Building 27 Association

Greetings, neighbor; summer is here Make sure to keep cool, drink plenty of water In any case, enjoy and stay safe

Congratulations – to all of our May and June graduates

Happy Father’s Day – to one and all, enjoy your day

Building 27 Association will be on summer break and will see you in September Any apartment issues, contact CSO, your Cooperator Services Office; always get the name, date and time you spoke to someone concerning any problems Also, the building association’s contact phone number is posted on your bulletin board

Shareholders – There will be a town hall meeting, hearing with HCR, your State Housing & Community representative here in Co-op City on Monday, June 19, at 7 p m at Dreiser Auditorium The topic is about your carrying charge increases for the year 2017 and 2018, also increase for parking fees Please, rather than complain to one another, write your questions down and ask them

Game Night – Flyers will be posted in your building So keep an eye out We got a lot going on, issues concerning the waterfront land in Co-op City, carrying charge increases, garage fees increases; installation of new Board members Pay attention; go to the town hall meetings, hearings, etc A HOME is a SACRED PLACE and is ESSENTIAL to our well-being

Happy birthday all in this month We extend condolences and prayers to those who have lost a loved one Please share with the Sunshine Committee, Ms Lydia Rondon, by calling her at (718) 583-3040 If a neighbor in our building is ill, home-bound, celebrating birthdays or experiencing bereavement, Ms Rondon will respond on behalf of the association

Please keep our Board and community in prayer that the Board will make wise decisions in protecting the interest of our homes Pray for leaders in the world for peace and stability

H. Overman

Co-op City Times / June 17, 2017

African-American Association

REMINDER: Dr. Bob Lee of WBLS will be hosting our All White themed attire Oldies But Goodies Party on Saturday, June 24th. There will be raffles, door prizes and a fish fry!!!! So (byobb). It will be held in the Dreiser Auditorium, 6 p.m. – Midnight. Tickets are $25. Can be purchased in room #15 in Dreiser Center.

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

Acting Classes – Children’s and adult classes are available. Contact: Meca Talent. For more information, call us at: 646-373-4122.

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.

Children’s Programs – For information about the early morning school drop-off program, contact: Ms. Hines at 347-283-3809 and for the after school program, call 718-379-5555.

Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2. Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

Music, Rhythm & Dance – Most Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15; most Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. Call Keith 917-561-6211.

Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Classes on Tuesday, 7:15 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques. For more information, call 718-671-8364.

Yoga And Zumba – Classes on Saturday start at 9:30 in Dreiser Center, room #2.

Black Forum

Defensive Driving On Hiatus

The Black Forum defensive driving course will be on hiatus until Saturday, September 17, 8:50 a.m. – 3 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 1. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class, but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Please also bring your current driver’s license and a pen. Call (718) 320-8035.

Trip

To Sands Casino

Sands Casino in Bethlehem, PA on Sat., June 24 is SOLD OUT. Board the bus at 8:30 a.m. at Dreiser; 9 a.m. at Asch Loop and 9:15 a.m. in Einstein. Bus will leave on time so please be at your stop early.

Black Forum Aerobics and Zumba

Get in shape, get healthy and feel healthy. Body by Andrea’s aerobics classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursday. Classes are in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 3208035. Nominal fee for each class.

ing will be held soon. Please call for more information.

Food distribution sites

On Thursdays, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Likewise, residents of Buildings 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. Residents of all other buildings and townhouses can pick-up at Dreiser Center, room 20. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program

We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., rm. 20 in Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non- or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

—Ebony Rae Lambright

General Membership 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: AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op 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.

Donizetti Building Four Association

Have a joyous and safe summer!! Meeting

Sound Off

Sound Off is temporarily suspended. A new schedule is being planned.

Food Pantry Volunteers Needed Volunteers are needed for Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5-6:30 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Please call (718) 320-8035. A planning meet-

We will be on hiatus for the summer. General meetings will resume on September 14. Come back with new ideas of what you would like to do for the remainder of the year and what guest speaker(s) you would like to invite to our meetings.

2017 Scholarship

Scholarship award applications are currently available, deadline for submission is July 1st. Date of award presentations and Ice Cream Social will be conducted on the same day. Look for date to be posted on bulletin boards in your lobby.

Fundraiser Trip

A few seats are still available! Join us on Saturday, August 19 at 9 a.m., departing from 120 Donizetti Pl. We will meet in the association room beginning 8:15 a.m. for coffee/tea and bagels.

We will cruise along the NJ coastline while enjoying an all-you-can-eat buffet luncheon with unlimited soft drinks, music, dancing and loads of fun on the Princess Cornucopia. The cost of the trip is $125 per person.

This cost includes: (correction)

• Round trip deluxe motor coach transportation

• 4-hour cruise on NJ coast line

• All-you-can-eat buffet luncheon

• Unlimited soft drinks, soda coffee or tea

Food selections include: Salad bar, savory chicken, fresh fish, beef selections, prime rib carving station, rice, potatoes, pasta, vegetables and international desserts.

Final payment is due on or before July 18. There are still seats available, don’t miss out. Our motor coach bus will leave 9:00 a.m. SHARP from Donizetti Place (Building 4). For more information, you may call Yvonne, (718) 671-6922; Diane, (347) 275-7565 or Mary, (718) 671-0425.

Section One Family Fun Day (Buildings 1 thru 8 and Defoe townhouses).

Come join Section One on a fundraiser bus ride to Foxwood Casino on July 29th. A second (2nd) bus has been ordered; don’t miss out. The buses will pick up will and drop off at Dreiser Loop, Asch Loop and Einstein Loop. Cost: $40 with a $10 slot play and $10 food voucher. For more information, call Lee Rivers, (718) 862-9017; Yvette Brown, (718) 379-6998 or Yvonne Burrus, (718) 671-6992.

Congratulations to those who may be celebrating a special occasion in July and August. Drink plenty of liquids, especially water and stay cool.

Remember, this is our home; “IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING.”

—Yvonne Burrus (DW)

We Need You - Join Us Today

Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com or tonyshome 10475 @gmail.com. Call or visit us, room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony Illis

Baychester Visual Arts Association

The summer is now upon us and we have beautiful flowers and trees to adorn our community. We also have a new and exciting exhibit of paintings in our permanent room 5 in the Dreiser Community Center. Stop by and see the artwork on Tuesdays from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m., we know you’ll be impressed.

Our library show began on May 30 at the Baychester Library located at the Bartow Mall. The paintings will be on display for the month of June celebrating Bronx Month. Come and see this beautiful artwork as well. The theme for this year is “The Feminine Touch.”

We also offer classes which end in June but will begin again in September. Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, is the 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 Mr. Groves at 201-862-0847 or S. Lochansky at 718-379-1049 for more information. 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

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

FYI: Our room 19 will be open during the summer All are welcome to join us from 12:30 p m – 6 p m for games of your choice on Mon , Tues , Thurs or Fri (Tonk, Bridge, Rummy Que & Pokeno) Or, just stop by to watch television and socialize with friends in an air conditioned room

Travel Events: (price includes transportation via Coach Bus; - located at Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block)

• July 5-7, Dover Downs Hotel & Casino, Del Price: double, $400pp; single, $490pp Deposit: $100 ASAP Two payments each: $150 double/$195 single Final payment was due: June 5 Contact Serita G , 347-564-5722/Barbara W , 718-320-0500

• Sept 9-16, (8 days/7 nights), Canada & New England Cruise on the beautiful Carnival “Sunshine ” NYC departure/return Cabin/cat egory prices from $929 to $1399 which includes your cabin, meals, port charges and taxes FINAL PAYMENT due by May 19th Travel Insurance (additional cost) encouraged)

Contact: Serita G , 347-564-5722

• Oct 5-7, National Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington, DC – Price: double $385; single $440 Deposit: $100 due A S A P Payment plan: 1st due 6/19 – double $140/single $170; 2nd due 7/17 – double $145/single $170 NO RFUNDS Includes: 1st day - lunch at Phillips (Baltimore Inner Harbor); 2 Continental breakfasts; dinner at Golden Coral; Maryland Live Casino and shopping at Arundel Mill Outlets on 10/7 Contact: Serita G , 347564-5722/Barbara W , 718-320-0500

Theatre Committee: (price includes van transportation from Dreiser Loop opposite rehab center):

• June 21st (Wed ): “MAMMA MIA,” Westchester Broadway Theatre, lunch/show time: 11:00 a m Meet/depart: 10:00 a m Dreiser Loop/Rehab Contact: Marie G-R, 718-671-4949

• July 12th (Wed ): “WICKED,” Gershwin Theater, Manhattan, 2:00 p m show Price: $102 Contact: Eleanor B , 718-324-7847

• REMEMBER – Your DEPOSIT, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat ONLY a check or money order, payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP, will be accepted Committee members will be available in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p m

Good And Welfare: Those of you still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days Call Josephine Flowers, 718-3200539, regarding illnesses and bereavements

If interested in joining us during on our next SPA DAY (dates to be determined), call 718-379-4784 (Claudette D ) or 718-671-8449 (Hattie L ) and leave your name and phone number for a return call

“Welcome JUNE, may you scatter blessings of health, happiness and prosperity to all ”

Claudette Davis

718-671-3050

National Council of Negro Women

National Museum of African American History & Culture – OUR BUS IS FULL! OUR WAITING LIST IS FULL! We will be spending August 6-7, Sunday afternoon and Monday morning, at the museum and Monday afternoon, on the way home, we will visit Arundel Mills (back to school shopping) and the Live Casino! Final payments are due by June 15th Mail to NCNW, P O Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. Make ch ecks payable to “NCNW Co-op City Section.” Phipps Family Center –Thanks to all those who donated canned goods for our neighbors at the Phipps Center In the spring is when pantries often get empty and we want to be generous neighbors

Dorothy I. Height Stamp – We are all excited by the planned unveiling of the new Dorothy I Height Stamp at the African Burial Ground, 290 Broadway, on Tuesday, June 20th at 11 a m to 2 p m As you know, Dr Height was not only a prominent civil rights activist, but also the fourth president of National Council of Negro Women, Inc. When she died in 2010, she had served for forty years as National President and President Emerita Her most significant achievement was obtaining the National Headquarters of our organization at 633 Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D C She always described the building that we purchased as being “in the corridor of power, between the Capitol and the White House ” We were all excited when she was chosen as the next image on the “Black Heritage” series of U S postal stamps Please ask specifically for these stamps when you are purchasing postage The ceremony on June 20th is open to the public, but space is limited. Join us as we pay homage to this great American. Health Fair – Save the date, Saturday, September 23, for our annual Health Fair We are looking forward to once again bringing to our community health information, health testing and healthy snacks

Happy Fathers’ Day – As a predominantly, but not exclusively, women’s organization, we cherish and admire the men in our lives who are fathers and wish them all a happy Father’s Day!

Joyce Howard

Co-op City Working Families Party

Last Meeting till September

June 20th is the last Working Families meeting till September Please join us

Our chapter of WFP remains particularly focused on the important issue of single-payer, universal healthcare in New York State Our state senator, Senator Jamaal Bailey, is already on board but there’s still some time to enlist family and friends in other state Senate districts to reach out to their senators before the final vote of the session before they leave for summer vacation on June 21st

NY Healthcare Single payer If ObamaCare is struck down, it’s anyone’s guess what will happen to the cost and quality of health care in our country California is close to passing universal healthcare in their state to avoid the devastation of the impending TrumpCare, and New York State is close to doing likewise

The New York Health Act has once again passed the state Assembly, but this year, it’s only one vote away from passing the state Senate One more senate vote can push this bill into the governor’s hands, once it’s out of committee and onto the floor for a vote

What can you do? Call, petition, and lobby! And contact family and friends to do the same Ask them to persuade their NY senators to support single-payer healthcare by calling (518) 455-2800 All they will need is a zip code to be connected with their senator Then they can urge that senator to cosponsor S4840, the New York Health Act Go to NYHCampaign org for more information and to sign a petition

Why is this this so vital?

While we were distracted by the Trump/Comey show (part of the Russian interference probe that’s been grabbing the public’s attention), the U S Senate has been tweaking TrumpCare just enough to sway a few more Republican votes to remove ObamaCare (ACA) Single-payer healthcare at the state level would be the only buffer against the repeal of our current flawed but vital system

* This Tuesday, June 20th is the last Working Families meeting until September WFP meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month (except for July and August) The last meeting of the season is scheduled for June 20th at 7:30 p m in room 35, Einstein Community Center, Section Five Please join us and help plan our next steps All progressives are welcome

If you would like to be kept informed of Working Family issues and plans, email mpjazz@optonline net Kelly Canzoneri

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church Co-op City Democratic Club

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

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 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

Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7 p m

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month Membership is open to all women of the church

The men hold their meeting after service on the 2nd Sunday of each month

We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9:00 a m on Sunday, June 18, when we will celebrate The Second Sunday after Pentecost

We will also recognize Father’s Day by paying tribute to the men in our church

Our Supply Priest, Father Simeon Johnson, will be the preacher and celebrant Fundraising Event

ECW Day Trip on Saturday, July 22, to Pindar Valley Winery in North Fork, Long Island Enjoy wine tasting at the famous Pindar Vineyards, shopping at Tanger Outlets, and a delicious sit-down luncheon at the Cooperage Inn $105 p p Down payment of $50 required to hold your seat with the balance of $55 due by July 1 A few seats are still available Deluxe motor coach transportation leaves from Dreiser Loop at 9:00 a m

Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms We are also collecting clean used summer clothes for St Margaret’s Church Please remember to donate

For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http://www stjosephsepcbronx org, “Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs ” Psalm 100:2 M Chambers

Open Door Ministries

Reversing the Cursing (Full sermon @ opendoorministries net)

There is a great gulf between the Christianity that wrestles with whether to worship at the cost of imprisonment and death, and the Christianity that wrestles with whether the kids should play soccer on Sunday morning John Piper Luke 12:4-5 “To you, my friends, I say: Do not be afraid of those who kill the body and after that can do no more I will tell you whom to fear; fear him who, after he has killed, has the power to cast into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear him.”

The fear of God is respecting Him, submitting to His discipline, and worshipping Him in awe

A Biblical fear of God, for the believer, includes understanding how much God hates sin, and fearing His judgment on sin – even in the life of a believer

1 Peter 4:17 for it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God? 18 And, “If it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner?”

I would like to suggest that the church becomes a place of terror again; a place where God continually has to tell us, “Fear not;” a place where our relationship with God is not a simple belief or a doctrine or theology, it is God’s burning presence in our lives I am suggesting that the tame God of relevance be replaced by the God whose very presence shatters our egos into dust, burns our sin into ashes, and strips us naked to reveal the real person within The church needs to become a gloriously dangerous place where nothing is safe in God’s presence except us Nothing, including our plans, our agendas, our priorities, our politics, our money, our security, our comfort, our possessions, our needs

Mike Yaconelli

1 We cannot buy God – Our giving to Him is out of love – He is not obligated to Us

2 If you are hurting others you cannot know God – you are blinder than an unbeliever

3 Fearing God means obeying Him in every way even if it means letting go of what you love

4 We need to continually be cleansed by the Word of God

5 There is a shaking coming and only those in Christ will withstand it

6 We should be terrified of living a mediocre Christian life

7 Our hopes and dreams should dissolve in the Presence of God and be remade by Him

Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring Program meets Mondays & Thursdays by appointment in Dreiser Loop, room 9 Sunday services are at 11 a m at Bartow Center, room 28 June 8, 15, 22 and 29, Bible Study will take place in Dreiser Loop, room 9 at 6 p.m. Contact Pastor Luis by texting 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries net

Blessings in Christ Pastor Luis Ramos

The CCDC is circulating petitions for our “City” elected offices In the order as listed on the petition: Ruben Diaz, Jr , President of the Borough of The Bronx; Andy l King, Council Member from the 12th Council District Bronx County; Fidel Gomez, Judge of the Civil Court of the City of New York, 1st Municipal Court District, Bronx County; Bill de Blasio, Mayor of the City of New York; Letitia James, Public Advocate of the City of New York; and Scott M Stringer, Comptroller of the City of New York

We are all familiar with all of the candidates They need well over 1,500 Democratic signatures each to get on the ballot The “Green” sheets that you are asked to sign is not a vote, it only makes them eligible to get on the ballot to allow any Democrat to vote for them, so please sign those sheets when asked IMPORTANT: Please read the petition you sign

Kudos to Rod Saunders and his Education Committee and all volunteers who helped to make Co-op City’s Best and Brightest program for our youngsters the outstanding success that it was The students were impressed and excited and overwhelmed with their gifts Thank you to News Channel 12 for your coverage and to Optimum for their presence as well We encourage all of our students in Co-op City to continue to become among the Best and Brightest in your school We further thank Ruben Diaz, Jr , our Bronx Borough President, for being the Keynote Speaker and sharing his personal experience with us Thank you, Council Member Andy King, for your presence at both sessions in the program The little ones had a great time with you Council Member King has been exceptionally good to the Co-op City community

We also congratulate all the winners of the Riverbay Board of Directors election There must be some reason why there were so many cooperators who did not vote Riverbay gave away money ($250) to ten cooperators to encourage you to vote, flyers were posted throughout the community and the candidates were in our Co-op City Times What else do you think could be done to generate interest? Please feel free to share with me what we can do to generate more interest in our community All of the directors are doing a “voluntary” job and it is really a love of our community to want to give of themselves to continue to improve our community

Please call with your suggestions: (646) 245-1795

All petitions will be collected by June 30, 2017; location to be announced

The Co-op City Democratic Club is having our first major fundraiser (this is a catered affair) at the Eastwood Manor, October 14th from noon to 5 p m For further information, please call June Grimes 347-457-8249 All are welcomed to attend

Shirley J. Saunders

A Message from the C.S.O. Dept:

Hammering after 6 p m , vacuuming after 9 p m , music or TVs played very loudly at any hour, doors slamming constantly at all hours... these are just a few examples of what can disturb the peace of fellow cooperators Please, let’s work together to make Co-op City a peaceful community

Community Protestant Church Co-op City Baptist Church

On behalf of our pastor, Reverend Dr Calvin E Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church o f l o v e a n d u n d e r s t a n d i n g , l o c a t e d a t 1 6 5 9 E a s t G u n H i l l R o a d , 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

Prayer Me eting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p m

The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City)

M o r n i n g P r a y e r S e r v i c e s - Tu e s d a y, 6 : 0 0 a m – 8 : 0 0 a m a n d 9:00 a m - 11:00 a m

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

E x t e n s i o n o f P r a y e r a n d Wo r s h i p S e r v i c e – E ve r y fi r s t , s e c o n d and third Fridays at 7:00 p m

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

Tomorrow, Sunday, June 18th, 11:00 a m , we celebrate FATHER’S DAY We invite fathers and their families to worship with us on their special day

After service, the Nehemiah Men’s Ministry will have a cake sale S t o p b y t h e i r t a b l e s a n d p i c k u p s o m e d e l i c i o u s p a s t r y f o r y o u r

Father’s Day dessert

June 25th at 11:00 a.m. – YOUTH DAY celebrated at Commun i t y P r o t e s t a n t A l l c h i l d r e n a n d y o u t h i n t h e c o m m u n i t y a r e c o rdially invited to attend this special service and t o bring their parents with them

September 12–15 – The Missionary Ministry sponsors a trip to THE HOLY LAND EXPERIENCE IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA, the only entertainment park that celebrates the Biblical Word of the Christian Faith Package includes: Round trip airfare; round trip airport transportation from Bartow Ave (Co-op City, Bronx); 4 days/3 nights hotel accommodation; 3 buffet breakfasts; 1 group dinner, 2 day admissions to the Holy Land Experience; Lunch-To-Go at the Holy Land Experience; transportation from the hotel to the Holy Land and travel insurance $1,013 per person double occupancy; $961 per person triple; $1,253 single $113 deposit was due December 3, 2016 (non-refundable after 5/17) For reservation and/or additional information, call (718) 671-0425 or (718) 379-8514

HAPPY FATHER’S DAY TO FATHERS EVERYWHERE!

For serving the Lord, for what you say and do, May this day of honor be wonderful for you

Wishing you Father’s Day blessings, not in droplets but a shower To fall on you throughout the year and brighten every hour

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

Rev Dr Sheldon E Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invites you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a m and 11:00 a m for worship service Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a m We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50 Our telephone number is 718-320-3774

The Wednesday worship service, Wednesday Bible study classes and Prayer Service held on Fridays are on hiatus for the summer and will resume in September

And be sure to extend your worship with us today and every Saturday, 4

5 p m on Principle Centered Living Radio, redeemradiofm com

On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, June 21, 22, and 23, we will hold our spring revival at 7:30 p m each night The guest speakers will be Rev Roderick, pastor of Mt Gilead Baptist Church , Bronx, NY; Rev Quinton Ervin, pastor Mt Sinai Baptist Church, Bx NY and Rev Dr Carl Bruce, pastor, Mt Carmel Baptist Church, Yonkers, NY, respectively We invite all to come and be revived

On Sunday, June 25, we will celebrate Children’s Day at the 11 a m service and the Praise Dance Ministry will celebrate their 12th Anniversary on Sunday, June 25, at 3:00 p m in room 45, Einstein Center They will celebrate this anniversary with invited guest from Kelly Temple GOIC, Harlem, New York You are invited to come and support our children at this celebratory service

On Friday and Saturday, October 27 and 28, the Scholarship Ministry will be going back to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D C We will spend two days at the museum which includes motor coach transportation; hotel accommodation; 1 breakfast and 2 dinners at an all you can eat buffet The price of the trip is double $295 pp; triple $275 pp; single $345; children 12 and under with 2 adults $200 A non-refundable deposit of $100 is due on or before June 25 To make your reservation, you may call 718-379-0541 or 917-612-1245

On March 6 to March 15, 2018, we will be going to the Holy Land in Israel Worship sailing on the Sea of Galilee; be baptized in the Jordan River; share in communion in the Garden Tomb; all where Jesus walked The price per person from JFK is $2,995 for a double room an additional $586 for a single room A non-refundable deposit of $500 is due immediately Final payment is due on or before November 12 For a flyer, along with the itinerary and reservation form, please call 718-671-1918, 718-379-0541, 718-379-1776, 718-671-1271 or the church at 718-320-3774

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

Newsong Church

Hey, Co-op City! Newsong’s Youth Ministry “Against the Flow” is excited to partner with Street 2 Street to offer a free 3-man basketball tournament on June 24th! The tournament will be held at the Asch Loop/Alcott Pl Bartow Court Participants must be between the ages of 12 & 17, and will be provided with food & drinks during the tournament! Register online @ www Street2street com Simply (select play > Register now > Co-op City) and tell your friends because space is limited!

Newsong Church Loves Co-op City! Our Sunday Worship Experience has something for the whole family! While the adults are getting their worship on, the children are learning about Jesus at their own level! “Kidsong Church” is so much fun, your child will want to come back the following Sunday! (and so will you)

We invite you to join us this Sunday, as we continue our sermon series “Samson” and experience the love that God has for you and your family!

Need more information about Newsong Church?

Location: 177 Dreiser Auditorium Service Time: 10:30 a m

Deaf Interpretation in Adult Service

Website: www newsongchurchnyc org; Email:centralteam@newsongchurchnyc org; Facebook:www.facebook.com/new songchurchbx, Against the Flow: www.facebook.com/ NewSongYouth/; Twitter: @newsongchurchBX; Instagram:@newsongchurchBX

Pastor Mike Tolone

Bartow

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Wor d Games 9:30-11 a m

Library 9:30 a m -1 p m

Weight Management Bartow Center – 10 a m

Arthritis

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

Walking Club: 10:30 a m

Bingo: 12:30-2:00 p m

Caregiver Support Group: 1 p m 1st & 3r d Tues

Card Games: 2-4 p m

Dominoes: 2:30 p m

Blood Pr essur e Every 1st & 3r d Wed-

nesday, 9-10 a m

Games 9:30-11 a m

Stay Well Exer cise 10 - 11 a m

Line Dancing 11 a m -12 p m

Bingo 1-2 p m

Car d Games 2-4 p m

Dominoes 2:30 p m

Smartphone Class Bartow Main of fice Beginner – 12:30 – 1:30 p m Inter mediate 1:30 – 2:30 p m

Library: 9 a m -1 p m

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

Crocheting & Knitting: 10:00 - 11:00 a m

Chat Session: 9:30 a m -1 p m

Bingo: 1- 2 p m

Card Games: 2-4 p m

Dominoes: 2:30 p m

Men’s Line Dancing: 9-10 a m

Wor d Games: 9:30-11:30 a m

Women’s Line Dancing: 10-11:30 a m

Chat Session: 10 a m

Bingo: 1 -2 p m

Piano Sing-along: 11 a m -12 p m

Car d Games: 2-4 p m

Dominoes: 2:30 p m

Co-op City Times / June 17, 2017

Einstein Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Dr eiser

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

MENU

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Kosher Non-Kosher

Orange juice, Italian Swedish meatballs

Spaghetti w/tomato sauce, California blend vegetables, Whole wheat bread, Apple sauce, Alt: Vegetarian chopped liver

Baked ziti w/meat sauce

Braised collard greens

Dominoes: 10 a m

Tai Chi: 11 a.m., Rm. 45

Matinee Movie: 10 a m , Rm 45

Karaoke by Steven: 1 p m -2 p m Rm 45

Walk Gr oup 9:30 a m , Rm 40 Dominoes 10 a m , Rm 45

Spelling Bee 10 a m

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a m , Computer Lab

Zumba 11 a m -12 p m , Rm 45

Dominoes: 10 a m , Rm 45

Grandparent Connection: 1st Thursday, Rm 35, 10:30 a m

Arthritis Exercise: 11 a.m., Rm. 45

Spelling Bee: 11 a m

Word Search: 11 a m -12 p m

Karaoke by Steven: 1 p.m., Rm. 45

Dominoes: 10 a m , Rm 45

Art: 10 a m , Rm 45

Bingo: 1–2 p m

Car d Games: 2-4 p m

Pokeno: 2-4 p m , Rm 35

Blood Pr essur e: 2nd & 4th Friday, 10-11:30 a m , Rm 45

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

(FREE) LiveOn NY - SNAP (Food Stamps)

Assistance – Fri., June 23rd, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. First come, first served! JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue

Bronx Opera is having a performance on July 6th in the Bartow Senior Center, rm. 31, 11 a.m. Call the Bartow Senior Center to register, 929-399-1394 Refreshments will be served!

New Smartphone/Tablet class @ the JASA main office starting Mondays, 2049 Bartow Ave. at 1 p m Call the JASA office to register, 929-399-1394

New Computer Class @ the Dreiser Senior Center, rm 13 Every Wednesday – Beginners/Intermediate, 10 a.m.–12 p.m., rm. 13. Only 7 seats available Call the Dreiser Senior Center to register, 718-320-1345

Empire – Tues , June 20th, $5 Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Wait list.

Ace in the Hole Productions presents “I Believe in you and Me,” a tribute to The Spinners and The Four Tops at Stony Hill Inn, Hacken-

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

Alert & Alive:10:30-11:30 a.m.

Cultural Dance: 10:30–11:30 a.m., Aud B

Mind Teasers: 12-1 p m , Rm 4

Zumba: 1-2 p m , Aud A

After noon Movie: 1:00 p m

(New) Computer Class – Rm 13; Beginner 1011 a m ; Inter mediate – 11 a m - 12 p m Only

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 -

Blood Pr essur e: 10-11:30 a m , 1st & 3r d

Thursday, Rm. 8

Line Dancing: 10-11 a m Aud A

Piano Sing Along: 11 a m -12 p m

Mind Teasers: 12-1 p m , Rm 4

(New) Purple Life Trail Fitness w/Damien 1 – 2 p m , Section 1 Gr eenway

Drama Club: 1:30-4 p m

Cr ochet & Knitting: 10 a m -12 p m

Library, Exer cise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10; 11 a m -12 p m

Meditative Moments: 11 a m –12 p m ,

Rm 8

Mind Teasers: 12-1 p m , Rm 4

Bingo: 1-3 p m , Rm 7

Car d Games, Dominoes: 2-4 p m

Upcoming Events/Trips

Apple juice

Honey mustard

chicken cutlets

Brown rice

Steamed peas & carrots, Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit

Alt: Chicken salad

Orange pineapple juice

Shepherd’s pie w/beef & turkey

Tossed salad w/dressing

Whole wheat bread

Fruit cocktail

Alt: Tuna salad

Orange juice

Breaded filet of Sole fish

Yellow rice

Green beans

Whole wheat bread

Fresh fruit

Alt: Egg salad

Apple juice, Roasted chicken, Garlic & rosemar y roasted potatoes, Creamy spinach, Challah bread, Fresh fruit

Alt: Gelfite fish

Beef & vegetable stew

Egg noodles

Sautéed green beans

Roasted chicken

Rice w/vegetables

Normandy blend

Baked pork or Baked turkey breast

Baked macaroni & cheese

Kale, romaine, apple, red cabbage & parmesan salad

Tuna fish salad or Turkey salad homemade

Classic macaroni salad, Mixed green salad

(718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

sack, NJ – Thurs , June 29th, $65 Pick-ups: Bartow, 9 a m ; Dreiser, 9:15 a m and Einstein, 9:30 a m Wait list

City Island – Lunch-Sea Shore Restaurant – Fri., June 23rd, $25 Food choices taken from lunch menu Bartow, 11 a m ; Dreiser, 11:15 a m ; Einstein, 11:30 a m

Senior Summer Splash (Picnic) – LOCATION

CHANGED - will be held in courtyard outside room 31, Bartow Center, Wed , June 28th, $5; 10 a m –2 p m NO tickets sold after Fri , June 23rd Music by DJ Woody. Menu: BBQ ribs, rotisserie chicken, cole slaw, macaroni salad, potato salad, rolls, watermelon, water Tickets are being sold at the Einstein & Bartow Senior Centers You can purchase the tickets starting Mon., June 19th. Tickets will be sold at all three senior centers

Orchard Beach Trip – Fri , July 21st, $3 per person, lunch included Arrive at beach, 10 a m and leaving beach at 1:30 p.m. Bring your beach towel/ picnic chairs and have fun! Bartow, 9 a m ; Einstein, 9:15 a m & Dreiser, 9:30 a m

St. Mary’s Recreation Center Pool – Fri , July 7th, 14th & 21st; $3. Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a m –12 p m Bartow, 8:30 a m ; Einstein, 8:45 a m & Dreiser, 9 a m 14 seats available

Tr i bute to Luther Vandross at The Brownstone, Paterson, NJ – Fri , Aug 11th, $65 Pick-ups: Bartow, 9 a m ; Dreiser, 9:15 a m and Einstein, 9:30 a.m. Wait list.

NY City Senior Citizens Day – Harlem Week, Tues , August 15th, $3 Enjoy farmers market, senior expo at Adam Clayton Powell Jr State Office Building, 125th St. & Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9 a m ; Einstein, 9:15 a m and Dreiser, 9:30 a m

Stew Leonard’s – Mon , July 3rd, $5 Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Ei nstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Woodbury Commons – Mon , July 3rd, $15

Bartow, 8:30 a m ; Einstein, 8:45 a m and Dreiser, 9 a m

JASA Closed Tues., July 4th in observance of Independence Day

Empire Casino – Wed , July 5th; $5 Bartow, 9:30 a m ; Einstein, 9:45 a m & Dreiser, 10 a m

Throggs Neck Shopping Center - Target, TJMaxx & Famous Footwear, Wed , July 5th; $2 Bartow, 9:30 a m ; Einstein, 9:45 a m & Dreiser, 10 a m

Shopping, Greenburg, NY – Thurs , July 6th, Kmart, Home Goods, Christmas Tree Shop. Bartow, 9:30 a m ; Einstein, 9:45 a m & Dreiser, 10 a m

Fairway/BJ’s – Thurs , July 6th, $3 Bartow, 9:30 a m ; Einstein, 9:45 a m & Dreiser, 10 a m

Scheduling Activities Calendar

Co-op City Times Schedule

A Salute To Great Dads

A good father helps lead to a successful child. Fathers are essential to the family even though their importance is generally played down by today's society. When I was a boy, the role model was Robert Young, playing a wise, patient, devoted dad in the TV series “Father Knows Best.” From the 1960's onward, the role model for a father became TV dads such as Archie Bunker, Al Bundy or Homer Simpson, none of whom a real father would want to emulate.

A good father helps support his family, but not only with money. He also provides guidance and sets a positive example for his children, as a role model of what a man should be.

So here's a salute to great dads everywhere. You should be proud of yourselves. Your trials and tribulations will not be in vain.

Dedicated to Harry, Melissa, Jennifer, Matthew and Queen. —David Hammer

AARP Chapter #4997

Please contact ourGood & 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

2017 Tour Activities

July 7 – 9: Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington (DC) – SOLD OUT; WAITING-LIST ONLY. Roundtrip transportation via Deluxe Motor coach, w/3 breakfast buffet, 2 dinner buffet, including a seafood buffet; a professional guided tour of Washington, DC; one full day at the Smithsonian African American Museum; and full day shopping at Arundel Mill mall, including the Maryland Live Casino before traveling home. Arrive at 8 a.m., Asch Loop (in front of the library) to get bus seating and luggage tags; LEAVING at 8:30 a.m. SHARP. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

September 18-21: 4-day/3-night trip to Cape Cod. Motor coachtransportation, 3 full breakfasts, 2 dinners, 1 Lobster dinner; Foxwood Casino (w/bonus); guided escort to African-American tour of Martha’s Vineyard site; Hyannis, John F. Kennedy Memorial; Provincetown along scenic route 6A; Cape Cod National Seashore Visitors Center; admission to Zion Union Heritage Museum and more. $599/person –double; $739 – single. $50 deposit due immediately; final payment due 6/30/17; trip insurance is available. Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962.

Working Families of Co-op City Meeting

We will like to thank everyone who attended the trip to Mohegan Sun, May 30th. We enjoyed spending the day with you and look forward to seeing you again. Hope you had a good time.

Resorts Casino – Tuesday, July 25th in Atlantic City, N.J. You may also enjoy the beach and board walk or shop in the many stores. Price is $33. Rebate: $20 for games and $5 for food.

Pick-up time is 8 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops. See Ann, Mary or Stephen.

Crab Shanty – Thursday, August 17th in City Island, Bx, NY. Time: 12:30 p.m. They are charging more this year. See Ann, Mary or Stephen. Price: $30. Let’s have a delicious lunch together. Come to 361 City Island Ave., Bronx, NY. Directions: Take the BX29 bus to Ditmars St. and continue walking one block to Tier St.

“Come Blow Your Horn” – Thursday, October 12th at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, NJ. It’s a very funny play by Neil Simon. Also, you will enjoy a scrumptious lunch and all the desserts you can eat. They are de-li-cious. Price is $79 for show, lunch and transportation. All money

pm

Tuesday, 6/20-7:30 pm

Dreiser Loop Room #4

Einstein Loop Room # 35

must be paid by September 21. See Ann, Mary or Stephen.

To all members: Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all our members who celebrate their day in the month of June: Sandra Harville, Faye Breitbart, Ann Schlanger, Joan Ross and Eleanor Gibson.

Our Lounge – Come sit and relax, read a book from our large library, play cards every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Play Bingo every Wednesday and last Sunday of each month for only $15 per year. Also, come with us on wonderful trips.

Note: Call Ann, Mary, or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613 or visit us MondayThursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39. You can also call Mary at 718-379-4899 and she will return your call. Leave a message and your phone number. To call Stephen, 347-847-1941.

Visit Stephen in room #39 every Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Good health to all.

—Mary Pilla

December 29, 2017-January 2, 2018: Swingin’ New Year’s Eve Celebration in Savannah (GA) –Motor coach trip (2-night lodging to & from Savannah); 4 breakfasts; 2 full course dinners including a Riverboat Dinner Cruise; guided tour of Savannah, historic Davenport House, and Savannah’s River Street District; New Year’s Eve Show & Party at the Savannah Theater; New Year’s Day Buffet Lunch. $609/person – double; $798 – single; trip insurance available. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370 —Delores Debnam

Einstein Cancer Fund

Happy birthday to those celebrating birthdays this month of June.

About ourselves

Einstein Cancer is a non-profit organization of nonsalaried volunteers. Our sole purpose is to raise funds through our trips and luncheon show events. All profits are donated to our three charities which are: Einstein Cancer children’s programs; Memorial Sloan Kettering Research for the continued search for a cure and Calvary Hospital for the comfort and care of cancer patients. Your continued support is a blessing and hopefully we’ll be here to see the end of this disease.

For the Resort Casino trip, call Lydia at 718-6713005 or Annie Eutsey at 718-320-1874.

Please give a call to those in nursing homes or the homebound. Your phone call will be received with joy.

Great health is wished to all.

—Lydia Ruas

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of Building 27B Phone: 718-379-6920

Note: Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p m Please call the office before attempting to come over If no one is in the office, leave a message and we will get back as soon as possible

Shabbat ends today, June17, at 9:20 p m

Candle Lighting for Friday, June 23, at 8:13 p m

The synagogue has Services Saturday morning at 9 a m After services, we always have a kiddush Everybody, please try your best to come to services, so we have a minyan and be able to take out the Torah This Saturday, Cantor Sayani will conduct Services

FATHER’S DAY KIDDUSH: On Saturday, June 17, will be a special

Father’s Day Kiddush This will be immediately after services Everyone who attends services can enjoy the food

Good & Welfare: We sell tree certificates in honor or memory of a loved one

The cost is only $15 per tree Mazel Tov to all having Simchas If you’re ill, wishing all a speedy recovery Wishing Faye Breitbart a happy birthday on June 5th

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue, and Men’s Club is greatly appreciated

Wishing all our members, and friends, peace and good health

Gary Schwartz

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue

Try your luck with the Men’s Club

Our next trip is this Monday, June 19th, to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City Walk the boardwalk, shop at the outlets, enjoy the sights, enjoy the food, have a good time Everyone in the community over 21 years old, can attend our trips and functions We still have seats available for this trip

The cost of the trip is $35 per person Receive $25 slot bonus You need a Tropicana Casino card or a government I D , passport, non- or driver’s license to receive the bonus It’s like costing you only $10 for a round trip to Atlantic City after bonus On the bus, we provide a drink, snack, play Bingo, 50/50 raffle, and, on the way back, show a movie We keep you entertained, the trip goes fast to Atlantic City Please see our sign in your lobby showcase for information

The bus stops by all three shopping centers going and returning We leave Einstein Loop at 8 a m by the supermarket, Asch Loop 8:15 a m by the library, and Dreiser Loop, 8:25 a m , by the hardware store

For a reservation, call Gary at 718-671-8424 or Bruce at 718-320-2234 If no one is home, please leave a message at either number

Please make out check or money order to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B lobby, Bronx, NY 10475

Our next trip is Sunday, July 30th to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City The cost for this trip is $35 per person Receive $25 slot play bonus

Your support of the Men’s Club is greatly appreciated Wishing everyone

peace and good health

Gary Schwartz

Ref lections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl

Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue

The words we say most often are usually the words we think about the least We constantly use words without being aware of their deeper meanings For example, many a self-proclaimed atheist is not aware that every time he utters a goodbye, he is really saying, “G-d be with you ” Or one who never drinks alcoholic liquor may use the phrase, “I prefer the real McCoy,” which means “bottled in bond liquor ” I was once told that the word “Oscar,” which is used for motion picture awards, came about when somebody first saw the academy award statuette said, “That looks like my Uncle Oscar!”

The one word which is most commonly used throughout the world is truly the least known of all It is the most popular word in the Christian, Jewish, and Mohammedan services: “Amen ” We use it so often in our services, but rarely stop to consider what it really means Literally, “Amen” means “It is true” or “I believe” or “I affirm ” Its source is the Hebrew word “emunah,” which means faith It is also close to the Hebrew word “ne’eman,” which means firm and trusting The uttering of this word is, therefore, in itself an act of faith

Young Israel of Co-op City

Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 a m until 7 a m

Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader Rabbi Solomon I Berl offers a brief Bible teaching, is welcome

On Friday evening Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after, the candlelighting time Saturday morning services start at 9 a m Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a m

The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon

For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine and your call will be returned as soon as possible

Shareholders, not renters! Take care of your community!!

Laundry Service

• Fast, Free Pickup and Delivery

• 24-Hour Turn-Around Time

• Let Us Sweat & Do the Work for You!

• Only 95 Cents/Pound

• 20 Pound Minimum

• Comforters & Large Quilts - $10 ea

Monday-Friday: 8AM – 7PM Saturday: 8AM – 2PM

For pickup or more info call: (347) 701-2934

(646) 500-4628

Church of the New Vision Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

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 44 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spirit-filled atmosphere of Christian Love All are welcome

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

Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:45 - 10:45 a m

Mid-day Bible Study: Tuesdays, 12 - 1:30 p m

Wednesday Night Prayer and Bible Study: 7:00 - 9:00 p m

Youth Ministry: Fridays, 6:009:00 p m

Upcoming Events

1) Women’s Bible Study: Second Saturday of each month, today, 11:30 a m - 1:30 p m ; the next scheduled date is July 9

2) Saturday, June 17th from 10:00 a m until 3:00 p m , the Senior Ministry will sponsor a cake sale

3) Youth Department’s Annual Graduation/Promotion Dinner will be held on June 24th at 2:00 p m Thank you for your support!

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475 Telephone, (718) 671-8746 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, or call the church

Carol Haque

Greater Love Refuge Ministries

“Let them alone They are blind leaders of the blind And if the blind leads the blind, both will fall into a ditch ” Matthew 15:14

Spiritual Food for Thought: There are those who follow and those who lead Do not follow someone who can’t lead God calls you to allow the Holy Spirit to lead you in all things You can rely on Him to take you in the right direction and to show and teach exactly what you need to find and know You cannot put your faith in humanity, but you can certainly trust the Spirit of God to bring you by the way of destiny

Senior Pastor Boyce Landrum, Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family welcome you to worship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a m Our corporate worship means gathering with people of all ages and cultures to express our love for God our Heavenly Father and Jesus Christ our Savior We are conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd (Bldg 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N Y 10475; main entrance – red button. The church telephone number is 347920-5607

Sunday Bible School & Foundational Scripture Teaching: We believe Sunday School is still vital to our growth and development in the Lord We welcome adults and children to participate each Sunday from 10:00 a m to 11:00 a m Our lessons are from the Urban Ministries curriculum which transforms ancient Biblical texts into an understanding that is relevant today Also, we have a combined morning Bible study class for children

& adults every first Sunday of the month All are welcome to join us as we travel on the road to Salvation taken from our foundational Scripture, Romans 10:5-9 A light continental breakfast is provided after each class

Mid-Week Prayer: Please join our prayer warriors for our Wednesday afternoon prayer meetings from 1:00 p m to 2:00 p m Come out and learn about the power of prayer and receive your blessing through our corporate prayer Open to all

Father’s Day: All are welcome to worship with us tomorrow at 11:30 a m as celebrate our earthly fathers Presiding Elder Boyce Landrum will preach the Father’s Day message We will also pay tribute to Greater Love’s spiritual father, the later Elder Herbert Dyer There will be a special presentation to our ‘Father of the Year ’ The Women’s Fellowship will prepare a special luncheon and distribute gifts to all the men Come out and bring that special man in your life

Greater Love’s Sixth Church Anniversary Weekend: Begins Saturday, June 24th at the Pelham Bay Diner Banquet Hall from 2 p m to 6 p m Our theme is “Building on the Rock” and the keynote Speaker is Bishop Thomas C Barr of the Greenpoint Tabernacle of Praise Our closing ceremony will be held during our morning worship on Sunday, June 25th; Pastor Carol Landrum will preach the message We invite our family, friends & guests, past and present, to fellowship with us during our closing service.

Peace & blessings

Pastor Carol Landrum

Please drive slowly and carefully in the Riverbay Parking Facilities.

The speed limit is 5 MPH.

Speeding around the corners could cause an accident.

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House

Your House

One Family in Christ We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community We are a multiethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30 Parking is available Our phone number is (718) 320-3795, and leave a message if there is no answer Pastor Magaly Beltre is at the church on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays

Come & Join Us On Black Friday: November 24, we will be going to Lancaster, PA to do Christmas shopping at Rockvale Square Mall, then to Sight & Sound to see “The Miracle of Christmas,” finishing with dinner at Miller’s Smorgasbord Includes transportation to and from Cost is $160/adult and $120/child (5 yrs to 12 yrs ) If you are interested in coming with us, call Barbara at (347) 603-7473 $50 deposit required to hold a seat Seats go fast

Also join us for our services, Bible studies and prayer times

Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion, service starts at 10:00 a m Every other Sunday, the English Service is at 10:00 a m and the Spanish Service is at 12:30 p m Remember the importance of worship & fellowship of all who believe and have a relationship with the Lord Sunday (Bible Study) School – We are now having Sunday School for Adults at 8:45 a m in English, 10:30 a m in Spanish and 10:30 a m for children

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name, I am in the midst of them ” Matthew 18:20 Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p m to 8:30 p m Thursday at noon to 1:00 p m Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children

Family Night: Friday nights at 7:30 p m , we have family night with Bible studies in English & Spanish and all kinds of activities for children, teens and young adults

Barbara Penn

Please Refrain From Littering . Keep Co - op City Clean! Thank you!

Opportunities

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NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210

National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, Inc Mailing Address: P O Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 President: Jerome L Rice Office Telephone: (718) 320-3210 Address: 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 36, 2nd Floor Office Hours: Monday - WednesdayFriday, 11 AM - 3 PM Theme: STEADFAST AND IMMOVABLE

Membership Meeting Sunday, June 25, 3 p m Healthy, Drinking & Eating Presentation Guest Speaker: Registered Dietitian, Toni Marinucci, MS, RON This education event is open to community at large RSVP@ 718-320-3210 or email: naacpccity2210@gmail com

Petitions are out for candidates nominated for public office The next primary election to be held on September 12, 2017 We encourage all registered voters to be part of the process If you not registered- Get Registered TODAY!

VOTER REGISTRATION IS AN ONGOING COMMUNITY ACTIVITYRegistration forms available in the office Be prepared to VOTE! IF YOU DON'T VOTE - DON'T COMPLAIN!

Founded in 1909, the NAACP is the nation's oldest and largest nonpartisan civil rights organization Its members throughout the United States and the world are the premier advocates for civil rights in their communities

Spring Membership Campaign: Lifeblood of the Association (March –June): Your membership dollars help to lead the fight for freedom, justice and equality The community at large is invited to join the Co-op City Branch #2210 Become a new member, renew, recruit, gift or sponsor an annual membership for self or another Adult regular membership is $30 and Youth membership is $10 We have some exciting and challenging projects planned and we need your help We look forward to working with you to go forward and meet the mandates of the NAACP Your voice is needed NOW more than ever Join the movement, join the NAACP CO-OP City Branch Make check or MO payable to NAACP Co-op City Branch and use the mailing address above

Save the Date: September 23, 2017- 3rd Community Service Awards 9 p m2 a m The honorees are: Kevin Shaw, Posthumously, President's Award; Victoria Boddie, Youth Volunteer & NAACP Youth Member; Robert Hedgepeth; Georgette More; Nancy Rodriguez and Jacqueline Williams Come out and celebrate the honorees, your birthday, anniversary or any special occasion with us For tickets and to reserve a table seating 8, call the office

Public Safety Report

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Car seat installation can seem difficult at first

It is very important that y o u c a r e f u l l y r e a d t h e ow n e r ’s m a n u a l f o r b o t h t h e c a r s e a t a n d f o r y o u r auto The LATCH system is an attempt to simplify car seat installation and make it universal from one car to another The acronym LATCH stands for Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children All vehicles manufactured after 2003 must have at least 2 LATCH points in the rear seat Seat belts can still be used to i nstall car seats This is an option for a third seat or if installation in the center seat is desired Information regarding the LATCH system and the installation of car seats may be found at the National Highway and Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n S a f e t y A d m i n i s t r a t i o n a t 1 ( 8 8 8 ) DA S H 2 D OT o r o n t h e i r website at www nhtsa dot gov/

Certified child passenger safety technicians are available at various locations to check for the proper installation of car seats To find out about car s e a t c h e c k l o c a t i o n s c a l l 1 ( 8 6 6 ) S E AT C H E C K o r a t t h e i r w e b s i t e a t www seatcheck org

Tex t i n g w h i l e d r iv i n g h a s b y p a s s e d d r i n k i n g w h i l e d r iv i n g i n c a u s i n g teen deaths Texting while driving makes you 23 times more likely to die in a motor vehicle crash. In New York State texting while driving is a primary offense That means you can be pulled over and ticketed for texting while d r iv i n g eve n i f n o o t h e r o ff e n s e i s c o m m i t t e d P r ev i o u s l y a d r ive r c o u l d only be pulled over for another traffic infraction and given a summons for t ex t i n g a n d d r iv i n g i n c o m b i n a t i o n w i t h a n o t h e r i n f r a c t i o n . L o o k i n g a t a text, sending a text or otherwise looking at a cellular device are all offenses for which summonses may be issued Texting and driving is a leading cause of fatal automobile collisions Young people are at an even higher risk due to lack of driving experience. Please make all drivers in your household are aware of this new law New York State is using the slogan “Cell Phone in one hand, ticket in the other” to promote this law

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THIS DAY IN HISTORY June 17, 1885

Statue of Liberty Arrives in New York Harbor

On this day in 1885, the dismantled Statue of Liberty, a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of America, arrives in New York Harbor after being shipped across the Atlantic Ocean in 350 individual pieces packed in more than 200 cases The copper and iron statue, which was reassembled and dedicated the following year in a ceremony presided over by U S President Grover Cleveland, became known around the world as an enduring symbol of freedom and democracy

Intended to commemorate the American Revolution and a century of friendship between the U S and France, the statue was designed by French sculptor Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi (who modeled it after his own mother), with assistance from engineer Gustave Eiffel, who later developed the iconic tower in Paris bearing his name

The statue was initially scheduled to be finished by 1876, the 100th anniversary of America’s Declaration of Independence; however, fundraising efforts, which included auctions, a lottery and boxing matches, took longer than anticipated, both in Europe and the U S , where the statue’s pedestal was to be financed and constructed The statue alone cost the French an estimated $250,000 (more than $5 5 million in today’s money)

Finally completed in Paris in the summer of 1884, the statue, a robed female figure with an uplifted arm holding a torch, reached its new home on Bedloe’s Island in New York Harbor (between New York City and Hudson County, New Jersey) on June 17, 1885 After being reassembled, the 450,000-pound statue was officially dedicated on October 28, 1886, by President Cleveland, who said, “We will not forget that Liberty has here made her home; nor shall her chosen altar be neglected ” Standing more than 305 feet from the foundation of its pedestal to the top of its torch, the statue, dubbed “Liberty Enlightening the World” by Bartholdi, was taller than any structure in New York City at the time The statue was originally copper-colored, but over the years it underwent a natural colorchange process called patination that produced its current greenish-blue hue

In 1892, Ellis Island, located near Bedloe’s Island (which in 1956 was renamed Liberty Island), opened as America’s chief immigration station, and for the next 62 years Lady Liberty stood watch over the more than 12 million immigrants who sailed into New York Harbor In 1903, a plaque inscribed with a sonnet titled “The New Colossus” by American poet Emma Lazarus, written 20 years earlier for a pedestal fundraiser, was placed on an interior wall of the pedestal Lazarus’ now-famous words, which include “Give me your tired, your poor/Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free,” became symbolic of America’s vision of itself as a land of opportunity for immigrants

Some 60 years after President Calvin Coolidge designated the statue a national monument in 1924, it underwent a multi-million-dollar restoration (which included a new torch and gold leaf-covered flame) and was rededicated by President Ronald Reagan on July 4, 1986, in a lavish celebration Following the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, the statue was closed; its base, pedestal and observation deck re-opened in 2004, while its crown re-opened to the public on July 4, 2009 (For safety reasons, the torch has been closed to visitors since 1916, after an incident called the Black Tom explosions in which munitions-laden barges and railroad cars on the Jersey City, New Jersey, waterfront were blown up by German agents, causing damage to the nearby statue )

Today, the Statue of Liberty is one of America’s most famous landmarks It has been the site of political rallies and protests, has been featured in numerous movies, countless photographs, and has received millions of visitors from around the globe Source: History com