Co-op City Times 6/26/21

Vol. 56 No. 26

Saturday, June 26, 2021

Democratic Primary preliminary results

Andrew Yang concedes, Eric Adams leads

BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND Not long after NYC polls closed on Tuesday, June 22, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams emerged as the first choice pick in the Mayoral race, and Andrew Yang was the first to throw in the towel.

Yang, a former presidential candidate and once a front-runner in the mayoral race, conceded on Tuesday night. "I'm conceding this race," he said Tuesday night at his campaign party. "I'm a numbers guy. I'm someone who traffics in what happens in the numbers, and I am not going to be New York City mayor."

A late-in-the-game alliance with Kathryn Garcia wasn't enough to garner firstround votes for Yang, who only received 11.7% of votes after 96% of scanned (Continued on page 3)

Concerns rise as COVID-19 Delta Variant spreads

By TORIEA McCAUSELAND Concerns continue to grow with the COVID-19 Delta variant on its way to quickly becoming the dominant strain in the U.S. as COVID-19 mandates lift throughout the country.

Early last week, health officials expressed urgent concerns regarding the new variant fueling 20% of COVID-19 cases in the U.S. that could cause even more severe disease.

President Joe Biden addressed concerns while at a community center in Raleigh, North Carolina, warning that deaths could rise due to the new variant, especially for those who are unvaccinated. He said: "Six hundred thousand-plus Americans have died, and with this Delta variant, you know there's going to be others as well. You know it's going to happen."

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Surcharge Notice to Shareholders According to the revised HCR procedures, surcharges for prior year (2019) will end July 31, 2021 to avoid overlap with new surcharges.

New surcharges (2020) will be assessed effective August 1, 2021.

Shareholders with specific questions may contact the Riverbay Finance department by calling (718)-320-3300, or by email to RiverbayFinance@ riverbaycorp.com.

––Riverbay Finance department

Save the Date: Labor Day fireworks to honor Co-op City Essential Workers The annual Co-op City July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza has been rescheduled to Saturday, Sept. 4, to coincide with Labor Day, which will be observed on Monday, Sept. 6.

This year’s celebration will be a tribute celebrating and honoring essential workers who live and work in the community. Please save the date. More details will be announced as they become available.

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Fostering Cooperative Spirit through Accountability and Transparency President’s Message

Bernard Cylich President

(The following is Riverbay Board President Bernard Cylich’s acceptance speech delivered on Wednesday, June 16, 2021.)

Good evening, Riverbay Board members, fellow cooperators, counsel, Riverbay manager, staff and guests.

First and foremost, let me offer my congratulations to our re-elected incumbents, Ms. Leslie Peterson, Mr. Daryl Johnson, Mr. Kevin Lambright, Ms. Leah Richardson and newly elected (Continued on page 4)

NYS Excelsior Pass Update for those Vaccinated at Dreiser Auditorium Co-op City residents who received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine at the Dreiser Auditorium can now get a NYS Excelsior Pass to show vaccine status by visiting https://covid19vaccine.health.ny.gov/excelsior-pass. Accept the Authorization to Disclose and input your first and last name, date of birth, zip code and phone number. You will then be directed to the “Verify Your Identity” page where you will insert date of vaccination at the Dreiser Auditorium. The second question asks for the county in which you were vaccinated. Use “New York (Manhattan)” instead of “Bronx,” then proceed to the next question, “Which vaccine did you receive?” You will then be able to save your Excelsior Pass to Apple Wallet, Excelsior Pass Wallet or print or screenshot your pass.

To replace a lost vaccine card, you may go directly to the Dreiser Auditorium.

You must bring government-issued photo identification.

Riverbay Management thanks the offices of the Congressman Jamaal Bowman, NYS Gov. Andrew Cuomo and NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio for their assistance in rectifying this situation.

NYC announces Economic Plan aimed at empowering disenfranchised Black and Low-income Children

By BRANDON ORTIZ

Just a couple of days before America celebrated Juneteenth and its official recognition as a federal holiday, NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled a bold city economic plan that aims to empower disenfranchised Black and low-income children.

The plan is called the Juneteenth Economic Justice Plan and is designed to address the generational and racial wealth gap disparity that is currently plaguing America.

“Juneteenth marked the end of slavery, but not the end of systemic, structural racism in America,” Mayor de Blasio said during the press conference announcing the plan. “To begin to repair the harms of the past, New York City is investing in the future and building generational wealth.”

The Juneteenth Economic Justice Plan is three-pronged and addresses needs at the early childhood education and higher education levels.

First, the plan will expand NYC Kids RISE, a non-profit organization that (Continued on page 9)

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New York State to Expand First-In-TheNation Initiative to Prevent Elder Abuse

By BRANDON ORTIZ

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced an expansion to a first-in-the-nation initiative last week designed to protect seniors and prevent elder abuse.

The expansion will help bolster and expand the Enhanced Multidisciplinary Teams Initiative, which investigates, intervenes and helps adults 60 and older in all cases of financial exploitation, physical abuse, psychological abuse or sexual abuse.

More specifically, $2.5 million will be committed annually through 2022 to the Enhanced Multidisciplinary Teams Initiative. The initiative was originally established by the State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) and the State Office of Victim Services (OVS).

"In New York, we believe in standing up for the fair and equal treatment of all of our citizens and protecting our most vulnerable populations, including the elderly," Governor Cuomo stated. "This first-of-its kind initiative brings together teams of experts to protect elderly New Yorkers at risk of abuse, neglect or financial exploitation, and continued funding for this important program will help ensure these teams can reach even more at-risk elders across the state as well as provide them with the potentially life-saving services they need."

Enhanced Multidisciplinary Teams (E-DMTs) bring professionals from various fields together to maximize the initiative’s reach and available resources.

Professionals from aging services, Adult Protective Services, health care, financial services, criminal justice, victim assistance and mental health support services work together to investigate and develop intervention strategies in cases of elder abuse.

One particular area E-DMTs focus on is helping adults who are 60 or older and at risk of abuse because of their mental impairment, physical disabilities, dementia or social isolation. E-DMTs also help abused victims find victim service programs, legal services, mental health services and even assistance with applying for public benefits.

Individuals who wish to report a case of elder abuse or learn more information can visit online at the State Office of Victim Services website, ovs.ny.gov, or by calling 1-800-247-8035. Additionally, individuals looking to contact the State Office for the Aging can go online to aging.ny.gov or by calling 1-844-697-6321.

Since 2017, E-DMTs have helped hundreds of victims find the help they need.

E-DMT’s assistance in cases of financial exploitation of seniors resulted in over $600,000 in restitution being awarded to victims.

One in 10 seniors 65 and older are victims of elder abuse each year, according to the Governor’s office.

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

Blood Drive for Noah TODAY

Baby Noah was diagnosed at 6 months with a life-threatening immunodeficiency disease. Please donate today, Saturday, June 26, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Bartow, room 31. To schedule an appointment to donate, call 800-933-2566 or go to https://donate.nybc.org/donor/ schedules/drive_schedule/29322.

Also, sign up for the Be The Match registry, which requires a simple cheek swab at https:// my.bethematch.org/NY4NOAH

Farmer’s Market

The Harvest Home Farmer’s Market is back in Co-op City every Wed., 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., now through Nov. 17, at Asch Loop and Aldrich St. next to the fire station. Vine ripened, fresh picked, naturally grown produce! Accepting Senior & WIC FMNP coupons/Health Bucks/Debit/Credit/SNAP/EBT.

NY Primaries

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ballots were tallied.

The mayoral race once dominated by candidates Adams, Garcia, and Yang has changed course thanks to Ranked Choice Voting. Some may call Maya Wiley’s current place a “Come-from-behind” position, as she holds the third spot in the race and might move ahead as more results come in.

Below are the candidates currently leading the polls in other important Bronx and city-wide primary election races as of Thursday, June 24: Mayoral race Eric Adams – 31.7% Maya Wiley – 22.3% Kathryn Garcia – 19.5 % Andrew Yang –11.7% Scott Stringer – 5.0% Bronx Borough President • Vanessa L. Gibson – 39.4% • Fernando Cabrera – 34.5 % • Nathalia Fernandez –14.3% Public Advocate • Jumaane D. Williams – 71.0% • Anthony L. Herbert –21.2% • Theo Bruce Chino Tavarez – 7.8% City Comptroller • Brad Lander – 31.4% • Corey D. Johnson – 22.6% • Michelle Caruso-Cabrera –13.6% City Council District 12 • Kevin Riley – 50.0%

• Pamela A. Hamilton-Johnson – 28.4% • Shanequa Moore – 21.6% 82nd Assembly District The current top 12 candidates in the race to represent the 82nd Assembly District include several Co-op City shareholders; incumbent Michael Benedetto leads with 10.4% of votes.

1. Michael R. Benedetto – 10.14% 2. Mary Williams – 5.99% 3. Brenda D. Brown – 6.15% 4. Marjorie Velazquez – 7.96% 5. Rodney Saunders – 5.30% 6. Leah Richardson – 5.82% 7. John Doyle – 4.06% 8. Marilyn Soto – 4.75% 9. Eric A. James – 4.87% 10. Iris Rosario – 3.99% 11. Nicole Fernandez – 4.08% 12. Wilma Fernandez – 3.90% Although it will take a few weeks to record final election results, political experts say the winner for the Democratic mayoral primary will likely come down to second and third picks on this year’s Ranked Choice Voting ballots.

Totals from Ranked Choice Voting are not expected until June 29, and vote totals from Absentee ballots will take a bit longer to tally. The winners in the Democratic Primaries will go up against Republican candidates in the General Election this November.

Food Distribution in Co-op City

FREE Covid testing & Food give-away

Faith @ Work Christian Church is hosting a FREE COVID-19 Testing & Food Giveaway for registered participants on Wednesday, June 30, at Erdman Place. Look for the Quest Mobile van. Program will run from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. For additional information and to preregister, please call 718-314-1816.

It’s Graduation Time!

Shareholders, if you have a graduate or a student who excelled this past school year, share their accomplishments with your neighbors. Send your submissions to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com

Baychester Library Teen Programs

Creative painting: Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21 & 28 @ 2 p.m. Create your own masterpiece through painting and meditating. Come practice mindfulness through artistic expression.

Urban Gardening 101: Wednesdays, August 4, 13, 20 & 27 @ 2 p.m. Participants will be provided the necessary materials to seed a plant to take home and start your own urban garden. Learn how gardening can be soothing to your soul.

Programs open to ages 12-17.

First come, first served!

Co-op City residents came out to Agatha House’s food distribution held on the Section 1 greenway last Saturday, June 19, in partnership with Riverbay Corporation. There was a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables offered to fill shopping bags and carts. All participants were properly masked and observed social distancing while they waited their turn on line. Hand sanitzer was also distributed.

Photos by Leandra Alexander-Peters

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President’s Report

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Board member Ms. Anika Green-Watson.

I am humbled and honored to accept the trust this Board has bestowed on me as I assume the presidency of our corporation. Living up to the standards set by Linda Berk during her remarkable tenure will be no easy task. However, with your collective support, we will fulfill our obligation as fiduciary stewards of our Co-op City. On behalf of our cooperators, we will continue the progressive trajectory of our former president.

I recognize that we have many tough challenges ahead of us.

Among them is how to engage our 15,000 cooperators, co-owners of Co-op City, in the governance of their cooperative. As of now, every year 10,000, or two-thirds, of our cooperators abstain from participating in electing their representatives to the Board of Directors. In this effort, I will propose that we re-establish open monthly Board meetings, preceded by a gallery session.

An immediate danger we face is that, despite universal opposition from the community, the Board, and our State Assembly member and State Senator, the New York State Department of Transportation insists on building an exit ramp— what I characterize as a death ramp—from the Hutchinson River Parkway north onto what has long been known as the Bartow Avenue “killer curve.” I will direct our legal staff to begin preparing Article 78 to stop that project.

A bit of advice to our community: We should all keep in mind how much Co-op City contributes to the City of New York. Collectively, our community both saves the City a great deal of money and contributes tens of millions to its budget. Here are some key examples: • We save the City’s Sanitation department millions by collecting trash from 35 buildings and townhouses and deposit all into our central garbage facility compactor which is subsequently picked up by the Sanitation department. This is done at an annual cost to us of $3.1 million.

• Similarly, we save the City’s Police department millions by employing our own public safety officers at an annual cost to us of $13 million.

• Our corporation is taxed over $12 million annually by the City.

• In addition, for sewer and water, we are billed annually, not taxed, by the City’s non-elected Water Commission. Last year, we paid $18.8 million, a 263% increase from the $5 million we were billed twenty years ago. That bill is double our city taxes and 36% greater than the cost of fuel to operate our power plant.

• When we include the income tax our families pay annually, our community contributes quite a sum to the City.

• And I remind all of you that Riverbay Corporation donated to the City of New York all the land that our streets occupy, the land for Educational Park, the land for P.S. 160 in Section 5, the land for the City firehouse, and even the land where the Little League plays ball.

It is reasonable, in my view, for us to insist that the City make good on its pledge to fund the upgrading of the former Co-op City Cinema (now known as the bingo hall) into a state-of-the-art youth and community center. Nor do I believe that it will be too much to ask our City to reinstate the successful after school programs for our young people as well as adults in Educational Park, a project that should include reopening the swimming pool.

In addition, the Department of Parks should upgrade its Givans Creek Woods Park, across the street from Building 2, making this natural piece of land accessible to all.

We must appeal to the MTA to provide our residents with shuttle bus service to the Bronx Ferry Terminal.

As for the sewer and water bills, they are really a backdoor tax imposed by the non-elected Water Commission. We appreciate the need for upgrading the City’s century-old water system. And, this project is the largest public works effort in the nation — some compare it to construction of the Hoover Dam. However, there must be a more equitable way to finance this undertaking than the extraordinarily high fees we are billed. We should raise our objections with our Council member and we may need to organize a citywide campaign for fairer billing processes.

A Metro North station is coming to Co-op City. Finally, our demand, originally made almost 50 years ago with our then-Congressman, Jonathan Bingham, is near to fruition. However, if the issue of parking and vehicular traffic generated by the new station is not resolved, we could be facing a tragedy waiting to happen.

As our Board member Rod Saunders has suggested, we must take organizational measures to deal with this problem now.

Another major concern for us is the Local Law #11 project. Before any scaffold was dropped, Management anticipated in 2017 that the corrective façade effort would cost us $23 million. However, after our engineers got a closer look, the estimated cost ballooned to more than $60 million today. As the work proceeded, costly residual construction defects were exposed (missing brick ties, uninsulated steel lintels, and the like).

More than four decades ago, the Perkins and Wills engineering firm engaged

by Riverbay uncovered over forty construction defects. When our mortgage lender, the New York State Housing Finance Agency, was presented with the engineers’ findings, the agency admitted that it had failed in its oversight monitoring of contractors who cut corners causing the construction defects. HFA agreed to fund repairs of those defects identified in the report—but it took us more than ten years of organized protests, even threats of a sit-in at their offices, before the HFA made good on its promise. I believe that the HFA must honor its commitment, although almost 50 years have gone by, and offer us financial relief

to repair these residual construction defects our engineers uncovered. Cooperators should not be paying twice for the same work, even if it’s a half-century later.

The Board must immediately establish a committee to search for an alternative to the costly monopoly cable service whose contract will expire in 2024.

We must address the overcrowding conditions in the administration and power plant offices, as well as in our central warehouse.

We need to find out why our convectors cause annual flooding from the air conditioning. Management is hiring an engineer to present solutions to this problem. We await their report.

Every student of real estate management is instructed that the number one issue for management is what is known as curb appeal—the positive first impression we want visitors to form. Our grounds, over 200 acres, are cleaner and more beautiful than ever before. Replacement of the front lobby doors is in full swing, and so is replacement of our 160 elevators. However, additional curb appeal issues need to be addressed: upgrading the 65 lobbies, installing TV screens in every lobby, repainting the public hallways in a 5-year plan, and determining what to do with the ugly asbestos public hallway tiles.

And finally, our insurance brokers have been increasing our premiums by double digits every year. This is unsustainable. We must pursue a self-insure program that promises to save us millions.

The challenges I outlined may appear overly ambitious. However, I believe that, in productive collaboration with Management and our community, we can accomplish the tasks we set for ourselves.

Together, we will succeed in fostering a cooperative spirit while remaining accountable and transparent.

Deepest Condolences It is with profound sadness that we report the passing of Joseph Downey, Sr. on June 5, 2021 at his home in Bergenfield, NJ. Mr. Downey, Sr. was a supervisor at the Co-op City Power Plant and provided dedicated service to the community as a member of the Riverbay family since April 2, 1990.

Joseph Patrick Downey, Sr. was the beloved husband of Helen Downey; loving father of Joseph, Brian, Timothy, and the late Christine; brother of Eileen, Jeremiah, Bridget, James, Theresa, John, Cathleen, Patricia and the late Maureen; cherished grandfather of Kara, Emma, Aidan, Grace, Joseph, and Kerrigan.

Joe Downey, Sr. was predeceased in life by his parents, Joseph and Bridget. Joseph was a manager with Riverbay Corporation and a member of Local 94 Operating Engineers for nearly 40 years. He was also a past president and proud member of the Crown City Golf Club.

A celebration of life in memory of the late Joseph Patrick Downey, Sr. will be held on September 11, 2021 at 11 a.m. at St. John Joseph Downey, Sr. The Evangelist, 29 N Washington Avenue, Bergenfield, NJ 07621. Repass will follow at Tommy Fox Public House, 32 S Washington Avenue, Bergenfield, NJ 07621. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

We ask that you keep the Downey family in your thoughts and prayers during their time of grief.

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Outdoor Concerts Return with Bobby Sanabria

Bobby Sanabria and Ascención entertain the crowd during the weekly Jazzmobile music series in Co-op City, last Wed., June 23, on the Section 2 Greenway.

Photos by John Alexander and Phil McCoy

Youth Chess a hit in Co-op City

On June 12, more than 40 Co-op City residents, from ages 5 to 80, came out to the Kings & Queens Chess Club’s youth chess clinic held in partnership with Riverbay Corp. in the Bartow courtyard. Snacks and refreshments were provided for the players – all from Co-op City.

Photos by Phillip McCoy

Variant The president is still optimistic that America will win the fight against the Coronavirus, thanks to vaccinations. He said: “The data couldn’t be more transparent: If you’re vaccinated, you’re safe.”

As of Thursday, June 24, 66% of all Americans have gotten a shot. The President said, “You are still at risk of getting seriously ill or dying if you, in fact, have not been vaccinated – that’s just the fact.”

Helix, a genomics-testing firm, analyzed samples from COVID-19 tests from around the country and “found that the Delta variant cases appear to be growing far faster in counties with lower vaccination rates than in areas that have higher levels.”

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), the new Delta strain is a “Variant of concern.” The CDC describes this classification as “A

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variant for which there is evidence of an increase in transmissibility, more severe disease (e.g., increased hospitalizations or deaths) ...” The CDC also says that Delta, as a “Variant of Concern,” has the potential to “reduce effectiveness of treatments or vaccines, or diagnostic detection failures.”

The Delta strain, first identified in India during a second wave, is responsible for killing thousands in the country back in April and May. A month after their devastating second wave, India reported a new “Delta Plus” mutant variant that’s even more concerning to health officials. Reports say that several cases of the new, more transmissible variant were found in India as of last Wednesday.

Variants Beta, first identified in South Africa, California’s variant Epsilon and the Gamma vari-

ants first seen in Japan and Brazil, also make CDC’s list of concern.

According to John’s Hopkins University, there have been 179,252,812 total Coronavirus cases worldwide, and 3,884,430 deaths.

As of June 24, the total of new Covid patients worldwide is 403,837.

Health officials say that vaccination is still the best protection against variants. Regardless, preventative measures such as social distancing and wearing masks, despite changes in local mandates, are suggested, especially in areas where vaccination rates are low with high transmission rates.

And, although the Delta variant is increasing, overall, COVID-19 cases are considerably low compared to last year.

6 Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can the–authenticity of•– the authors.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed – verify •be–typed.

• • letters – • –must – •Co-op – City Times – • by –• – •every – •Monday – •–to350 •be–words.

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

Letters to the Editor

Stop fighting vs. northbound Hutch exit ramp; fight for southbound entrance ramp from Bartow To the Editor: I support the northbound “Exit” ramp onto the Hutchinson River Parkway. I would like to add to this project a southbound “Entrance” ramp on to the Hutchinson River Parkway. Both ramps were shown on NYC maps in the 1960’s and 1970.

The exit ramp only add traffic at the north edge of Section 5. I believe it will reduce the number of cars that get off at Palmer Avenue heading for the Mall or buildings on Co-op City Boulevard coming off I-95, and cars coming from the airports would be able to use the Hutchinson River Parkway North to get direct access to both Section 5 and the rest of Co-op City. This would reduce the use of the I-95 Palmer Avenue exit.

The entrance ramp from Bartow Avenue would provide the first direct entrance onto the Hutchinson River Parkway South, and provide the following additional advantag-

es – allow cars leaving the Mall direct access to Hutchinson River Parkway south that parallels I-95 south which provides access to all area south of Co-op City. If a car requires access to I-95 south, it can use N4S exit to get on to I95 South. If a car requires access to Hutchinson River Parkway north, it can use N4S exit to I-95 south and then turn off onto Hutchinson River Parkway north, removing the need to go thru Section 5, and merge with the traffic coming from I-95 north.

If our Board Directors want to improve the proposed project, they should push for the addition of the southbound entrance to Hutchinson River Parkway.

A Co-op City Site Plan given to incoming shareholders in 1970 clearly shows that killer curve was not natural, but was engineering to handle the off ramp.

––Bruce Gitelson

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Special Waste Site locations reopen July 10 The NYC Department of Sanitation has announced the reopening on July 10 of special waste site locations throughout the city where New Yorkers will be able to drop off certain harmful products.

Special waste includes solvents, automotive, flammables and electronics as well as pharmaceuticals/ Sharps.

Dates and details will be announced as they become available.

Direct phone number for Riverbay Call Center Due to heavy call volume, all available phone lines are busy. Both inbound and outbound calls are affected. We are working on resolving this issue ASAP. To alleviate the high call volume, we are making public the direct phone number to the Riverbay call Center, (718) 975-9180. In the event of an extreme emergency, such as a flood, fire, gas, etc., please call your CSO or CCPD. We regret the inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding ……...

––Riverbay Management

REMINDER: All club articles and submissions are DUE ON MONDAYS.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR We welcome letters to the editor only from Co-op City shareholders at cctimes@riverbaycorp.com.

Letters should address issues of interest to the Co-op City community. Comments should be fact-based and responsible. Letters should not personally attack others and must be written in a respectful manner.

If you would like your letter to be considered for publication, it must be signed. The Co-op City Times does not publish anonymous material.

Please include your address and phone number – which will be kept confidential – so authenticity and residency of the writer can be verified.

Thank you for your cooperation.

The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writer and include their address and phone number, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the author.

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be submitted to the Co-op City Times by 3 p.m.

Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Email cctimes@ riverbaycorp.com or mail to 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 21, Bronx, NY 10475.

Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

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CCPD offers Tips for Safeguarding your Auto

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Co-op City has eight garages, which offers off street parking for residents who reside in the community. Some residents may have been called from a waiting list while others may be waiting for their desired garage. For persons who are new to parking in the garages or those who would like to brush up on garage etiquette and safety, we provide these safety tips.

Nationwide auto crimes have been on the rise and Co-op City is no exception to this trend. Some imported vehicle brands such as Honda, Acura, and Toyota vehicles statistically represent a high percentage of those vehicles reported stolen or that have parts such as wheels and air bags removed to be sold on the black market .

Auto crimes are often crimes of opportunity. Packages left visible in your auto make it a target for criminals. Try to avoid leaving packages in your auto even when shopping. If this is unavoidable place packages in the trunk. Garage safety is important not only here in Co-op City but in all areas you may travel to. Always be sure to lock your vehicle, no matter how safe you feel the location is. Vehicles being unlocked has been a factor in many thefts from autos. Never leave your unlocked car running with the keys in the ignition. This presents an excellent opportunity for car thieves. Yes, it does happen.

Also, remove any plug-in adaptors from your auxiliary jack and close the jack cover when leaving your vehicle parked. It may just be a phone charger but the criminal may think something more valuable is stashed in your vehicle.

Aside from stealing your items, thieves will cause damage gaining entry to your vehicle.

There is no absolute guarantee that your automobile or motorcycle will be safe if parked in an off-street garage, but in Co-op City, vehicles are far less likely to be vandalized if parked in one of our garages Additionally, reviewing past auto-related crime indicates that you are more likely to be an auto crime victim if you park on a perimeter or main street here in Co op City, rather than on an interior street. Parking in the garages offers residents a more dependable option than street parking. Co-op City’s eight garages are patrolled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year by the Public Safety department. The Department of Public Safety offers these safety tips and requests the assistance of residents in keeping the garages as safe as possible.

Co-op City’s eight garages have all exits locked with entry by key only for authorized persons who possess garage leases. The exits on all four corners as well as front and rear doors require a key to gain access. It is most important that residents make certain they close and lock the doors behind themselves.

Garage parkers should also try not to open the door for anyone they do not know. It may seem rude not to hold the door, but granting access to unauthorized persons presents a hazard to authorized parkers and their property.

Co op City Department of Public Safety and the NYPD have increased patrols in an attempt to thwart vehicle theft in our community. Non-descript unmarked vehicles are used by both the NYPD and Department of Public Safety while patrolling in attempts to circumvent any look-outs that may be helping the organized auto thieves. The patrols are directed at apprehending auto thieves. If you see any suspicious activity, especially during off hours and you think that an auto crime is being, or is about to be committed, please call 911 immediately.

It is essential that persons who park their vehicles in any of Co-op City’s parking facilities adhere to all traffic and safety rules. Speed limits must be obeyed at all times. Arrows and posted signs directing the flow of traffic must be followed at all times. Up and down ramps must only be utilized for their intended direction. Even a short distance down an up ramp or up a down ramp with a turn into oncoming traffic can have disastrous consequences. What may seem like a shortcut can easily become a head-on collision or worse.

Use caution not to hit walls or other cars when parking or pulling out of your spot. Use care and courtesy when opening your doors when parked next to other vehicles. Garage rules and regulations are enforced by the Co-op City Department of Public Safety as well as the Parking Facilities department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Speed bumps are present in garages to slow traffic down.

Public Safety Report

If You See Something, Say Something!

Working Together To Keep Co-op City Safe!

• Report any unusual or suspicious persons or activity to CCPD. • Do not allow strangers access to your building by holding the door.

• Be aware of work being done in your building and when contractors are allowed to be on the premises.

• Never leave your car or apartment door unlocked.

• Do not leave packages or electronics in your car where they are visible.

• Remember: You can make anonymous calls to CCPD.

Emergency: 718-671-3050 or 9-1-1 • Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 www.ccpd.us • @CCPDnyc

Public Safety Blotter

June 12, 2021 – June 18, 2021 June 13, 2021 – 100 Casals Place A vehicle was found missing all four of its wheels. The incident is under investigation.

June 18, 2021 – 99 Dreiser Loop An alert cooperator discovered a 5 year old wandering in the garage.

CCPD was able to locate the father and reunited the two.

It is also important to ensure that parkers do not park in a reserved spot or a handicapped spot. Both garages #5 and #7 have reserved parking on the second floor in addition to the first floor and the ramps leading to the second floor. Illegal parking subjects the vehicle to the risk of being towed or having a Community Complaint issued. Please look on the ground for a reserved spot or a handicapped designation before parking in a spot.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety deploys uniformed and plainclothes officers in various vehicles and on foot to patrol garages and their perimeters. Garages patrols are conducted around the clock. Foot sweeps of garages allow officers to conduct thorough and methodical inspections. Video surveillance is also in use within the garages. Upgrading and expansion of video surveillance is ongoing. If you are ever involved in a motor vehicle accident in the garage, be sure to notify NYPD and the Department of Public Safety immediately.

Reports of suspicious persons or activities are investigated promptly. Any persons observed in the garage may be asked to provide identification, including vehicle registration for a vehicle parked in the garage. Persons observed within the garages without a valid reason can be placed under arrest for Trespass. If the arrested person is a Co-op City resident, a Co-op City Community Complaint, which carries a monetary fine, can also be issued in connection with an arrest made by CCPD or another agency.

It is most important that garage parkers notify the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or 911 if they observe any suspicious persons or activity in the garages. Suspicious activity near vehicles parked on the street should also be reported. If you see something that just does not seem right, it is best to call immediately. Residents whose windows face the roof of a garage have often called in suspicious activity around vehicles resulting in successful enforcement action.

The Department of Public Safety identifies patterns and takes actions to bring the offenders to justice. Active involvement by observant cooperators has been very helpful in the fight against auto crime. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would therefore like to thank all persons who have called in to report suspicious activity.

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

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see below for specific directions.

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites: www.Indeed.com www.Glassdoor.com Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply directly at either site.

Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department.

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

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Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Sonia Feliciano, First Vice President

Building a Future Together Dear fellow shareholders: It is always a great opportunity to reach out to you. I would like to take this time to give my heartfelt congratulations to our Riverbay Board of Directors’ incumbents, Kevin Lambright, Daryl Johnson, Leslie Peterson, Leah Richardson, and our newest Board Director, Anika Green-Watson, on their win for a 3-year term to the Riverbay Board. Thank you for serving. Your commitment makes a difference.

I want to thank all who campaigned. You are winners as well because you made the decision to run. Devoting time and energy in volunteering to make Co-op City a better place is no small feat.

Strengthening our community, connecting, and raising awareness to the issues created a better perspective on the challenges of managing the biggest and greatest development in the world. This is an integral part of being a Board Drector. Thank you to Monique Coleman, Alixan Ducreay, Isabel Fletcher, Regina Hamilton, Aminah Lucio, Akeisha Neely, and Sheila Richburg for working to be a part of the solution.

Thank you to our community for voting. There was a point there where I thought we would not make it and had to extend the election deadline. As

shareholders, you are the biggest part of why we are a community. You are owners and as owners we hold a responsibility to vote. It is not only part of our democratic process, a benefit we earned through many challenges, but it allows all of us to elect those individuals you want to represent you.

A heartfelt thank you to our outgoing President, Linda Berk. Before Linda took office, Co-op City was in shambles. We had $900,000 in the bank and there was so much anxiety on how we were going to manage a development of this size with all its problems. The $600+ million mortgage with Wells Fargo allowed us to breathe life into our community.

Upgrades to the power plant, new elevators, dealing with construction defects, Local Law 11, beautifying our grounds, ADA-approved building entrances, repairs to our garages, improving our shopping centers, getting new tenants to fill our empty store fronts, repairs to all of our roofs, new call center, improved renovations to apartments for shareholders wanting to invest were some of the things we attained during Linda’s leadership. It was accomplished with over $190 million in capital improvements – an ongoing process today. Linda always ensured that the Board and Management leadership understood that collaboratively working together was the only way to get

things done.

Other than being a shareholder in good standing, you don’t have to have a particular skill set to be on the Riverbay Board. However, Linda understood the importance of teaching and mentoring Board Directors. She brought in Board development as an important part of understanding that as Board members, we have a fiduciary responsibility of making sure that we maintain an organization that is sustainable for our future. Understanding the inner workings of community by developing ethical, legal and financial management polices is part of being a leader.

Working collaboratively, and balancing it by creating a positive culture allows us to work together with transparency and what a great Board should be made of. This is a work in progress with so much to learn.

While we still have so much more that needs to be done, I realize that all is not perfect. I believe that Linda left Co-op City better than we had it. This is a true testament to the self-less work that she put in the make our homes a better and safer place to live.

Thank you, Linda.

Thank you to my community!

If you wish to reach out to me, you can call me on 917-992-7311. I always believe that we are: Shareholders First – We Matter!!

REMEMBER: We are shareholders, not tenants! There are many ways to become involved in the community...

Join a Board committee, attend your building association meetings, participate in community groups!

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works to expand economic equity by providing families with a way to save for their children’s future educational expenses.

By expanding NYC Kids RISE, starting next school year, every public school kindergarten student will have both a 529 savings account opened for them and a minimum of $100 added into the account, according to the Mayor’s Office. The city will continue investing $15 million annually toward the expansion of NYC Kids RISE through 2025. Exact details on how parents can access their child’s account will be released in the near future.

The next aspect of the Juneteenth Economic Justice plan is designed to help Black and low-income college students. More specifically, over 2,800 four-year CUNY ACE model scholarships will be awarded to many deserving recipients.

The scholarship is valued at over $4,000 per year and will help students cover potential costs of textbooks, school supplies, transportation and any gaps in financial aid. One thousand students at Medgar Evers College in Brooklyn will receive the scholarship in addition to 1,800 students selected from low-income neighborhoods affected the most by COVID-19, the Mayor’s Office said.

Parents who would like more information on the CUNY ACE scholarship can go online to sps.cuny.edu/financial-aid-and-tuition/ scholarships, or call 646-664-8535 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

The last aspect of the plan centers around providing important work experience for college students and investing back into communities.

During his Juneteenth Economic Justice Plan announcement, Mayor de Blasio also revealed that $20 million in grants would be committed to Medgar Evers College. In addition to receiving the largest single allocation in school history, Medgar Evers College will also introduce the Brooklyn Recovery Corps this summer exclusively for its students only. The program will provide over 200 students annually with a chance to help the ongoing recovery of Brooklyn.

More specifically, the Brooklyn Recovery Corps will focus their efforts on areas of science, business, public health and the green economy while also giving those students a chance to gain technical skills, work experience, academic credit or earn some money.

Helping build generational wealth is the main focus of the Taskforce on Racial Inclusion and Equity’s role in the last aspect of the Juneteenth Economic Justice plan.

The task force is hoping the following changes will get the momentum going toward changing the generational wealth disparity in New York City: • Establish pathways for employees to succeed their employers, especially in small businesses.

• Require mentor and matching services for new minority or women-owned business enterprises (M/ WBE).

• Require at least 25% M/WBE or non-profit ownership in Affordable Housing projects.

• Establishment of a $210 million loan fund for M/WBEs and non-profit developers.

While explaining the full scope and diverse set of layers that comprise the generational and racial wealth gap problem in America is not possible with one sentence, here are some quick facts about the issue: • The latest Survey of Consumer Finance, which

Use of terraces for cooking It is illegal within the City of New York to use gas, or charcoal type B-B-Q grills in multiple dwelling buildings, such as Co-op City.

Such grills create open flames which may cause fire.

Only electric type grills may be used.

Riverbay will strictly enforce the Fire Department regulations by requiring the removal of any propane tanks, charcoal grills and combustible material within 10 feet of the outdoor grill.

Also, no barbecuing is permitted in public areas in the community.

Thank you for your cooperation.

—Riverbay Management

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is administered by The Federal Reserve, found that the average family wealth of Black families was less than 15% of their White counterparts. Family wealth is a measurement of the values of assets owned by a family.

• In 2018, the average family wealth for White families was $983,400. While the survey found that Black families had an average family wealth of $142,000.

The average family wealth for Hispanic families was only marginally better at $165,500.

• A 2019 Pew Research Center report found that the median Black household income was on average 39% less than White households.

• Median household income disparity between White and Black families has increased from approximately $23,800 in 1970 to roughly $33,000 in 2018, according to the same 2019 Pew Research Center report.

“The racial wealth gap is a crisis created by policy and must be undone by policy. We cannot celebrate Juneteenth without doing the hard work of upending all polices that are the legacy of chattel slavery,” said US Congressman Jamaal Bowman in support of the Mayor’s Economic Justice Plan.

Congressman Bowman represents the 16th CD which includes Co-op City.

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Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Michelle Marbury, Second Vice President

You should know… What happens behind the scenes…

Back in the saddle again…

Greetings, shareholders, residents and friends! Wow! It’s great to be back offering you a viewpoint again.

Many of you know that I served as co-Chair of the Riverbay Election Committee and as such was not allowed to write viewpoints during the election period, according to the bylaws. Congratulations to the new regime of Directors consisting of four incumbents and one newly elected Board member in the person of Anika Green Watson.

An election in the midst of a pandemic… Yikes!

This was a unique time period in which to conduct an election. Unlike prior elections, we did everything virtually. As part of that process, we lauded the way people participated, what they did, how they behaved, how they used electronic and social media and it exposed a problem and weakness (that has existed for at least two decades) with our infrastructure at Riverbay that could be a major resource for us if it is properly augmented, and that is our cable.

What will we do about the quality of our Closed Circuit TV channels?

We all know what a horrible series of broadcasts we had when airing the election forums. In short, it was the equipment, it was the structure. We, the Election Committee have identified a company that for a very reasonable price of approximately 70 or 80 thousand dollars claims that they can fix and make it work properly. We want to do that. We have presented this to Management and they are working with us.

We’d like to say to the shareholders, if you are a subscriber to cable, you should be receiving high definition cable. We have been receiving substandard service for more than 20 years. Our closed cir-

cuit channel 591 and the MA/TV channel 12 should be and could be a vital resource for our community.

Our agreement with Altice does not prohibit anyone from coming here. It would be illegal.

A beacon of opportunity for our future We need to look into the 22nd Century and make this a Smart City so that our children have access to super high-speed internet that should be 10-thousand times faster than what we are have right now. So we don’t have these annoying bandwidth problems. So that our children can learn remotely with ease and “they” can develop new technology and software that will propel “them” to be leaders in this world.

We must be the ones pushing for these opportunities for them. We must give our youth and the rest of this community that leg up. I seriously doubt that further up I-95 in Connecticut, that they are dealing with such trivialities as this.

We have our own power plant; we are getting electric charging stations for our automobiles. We just did a stellar redesign of the Dreiser Center Auditorium. Imagine how exciting it would be to have this method of communication updated so that we have quality sound and picture. That would benefit our lobby and laundry room cameras, our events like our Town Hall Meetings, Tunes on Tuesday, Wicked Wednesdays and any other special broadcasts. By tweaking our system and using our closed circuit channels as technological tools and streams of community income, Co-op City can be used in test projects for companies like Google and Amazon to come in with their prototypes and give us the chance to lead the world.

Nelson Mandela once said, “I never lose.

I either win or learn.”

I have learned a great deal serving on the Elec-

tion Committee of our Riverbay Corporation. I learned that we have passionate, smart, accredited shareholders and residents who want and should serve this multicultural community. I’ve learned that it takes a village, not only to raise a child, that village (in this case, our election committee, consisting of Francine Reva Jones, our chair, Joyce Wilson affectionately known as “The Mayor of Co-op City” from Building 34 (Did you know that Ms. Wilson was Dr. Martin Luther King’s personal nurse when he was stabbed here in New York and taken to Harlem Hospital?); Sandra Krasnove, president of the Building 15B Association; John Gayle of Building 11B; Building 25 Association President Denise Gerrald; Marita Taylor of the Building 21 Association and VP of the Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City; that village, during election time in Co-op, is the heart-beat and pulse of an “annual new beginning.” Add to this “village team,” Rozaan Boone and her staff of the Co-op City Times, Counsel Jeff Buss and his staff including Nancy Durand, co-Counsel, and, of course, the candidates. Only winners as I see it. People who look at our community and decide to help change it for the better. There are many ways to stay focused on this journey “village team,” and your community is screaming for your continued involvement.

Your building association, the Board committees, clubs and associations. I have learned that we are far from finished here. We have only begun to scratch the surface of our winning!

Thank you for reading my viewpoint. I can be reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com. Let’s all do our part!

Each one of us divided by all of us equals a force for good.

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Velocity Track Club

Velocity Track Club sporting their medals at the Jeuness Invitational.

God is good! All the time! On Saturday, June 19, Velocity Track Club competed in the Jeuness Invitational at Roy Wilkins Park in Jamaica, Queens.

The competition was fierce and many of the top teams from New Jersey and New York were in attendance. Championship medals were awarded to the top three places and Jeuness Invitational Meet bags to all first-place individuals. The following events were contested: shot put, long jump, 3000 meters, 4x100 meter relay, 400-meter dash, 1500, 100, 800, 200-meter dash, 800 and 1600-meter

Building 13 Association Summer Fun Day – Today! Co-op City’s Section 2 Summer Fun Day Committee presents: A Good Ole Summer Tyme “Pop Up Picnic” with a Twist! Today from noon - 6 p.m. (Rain date: June 27). This should be a well enjoyed and remembered family fun-filled day.

Prize: Best Decorated Table – First 20 reserved and decorated tables wins voucher for “Cousin’s Maine Lobster” which will be onsite day of event.

(Cousin’s Maine Lobster free only to voucher winners). Feel free to bring your own food and beverages or purchase meals at Cousin’s. “Contest— Games—Prizes & ICEE cart.”

Music provided by: DJ Sid Nice, plus the multi-talented and internationally known “One Man Band – Crowd Pleaser,” Juan Ortega. It is going to be a family affair not to be missed nor forgotten!

Metro North – An Environmental Assessment has been released for a 45-day public and agency review period. To view and/or submit comments, go to the PennStationAccess.info page. Comments must be received by July 3, 2021.

Lobby Doors: On June 14, the renovation of our lobby doors were commenced to make them accessible to all shareholders. We have 24-hour coverage due to the closing of our front entrance. When requesting a delivery, direct people to the rear door and tell them to press the bell that is attached. Riverbay staff is changing intercom covers. During this process, the lobby intercoms will be replaced and the look of the intercom system will be updated. If you want to see newly renovated tower lobby doors that were recently completed, you can visit several buildings in our area. We need to minimize damage to our new accessible doors. I am sure instruction will be given regarding the move in process in order to maintain the integrity of our doors. Please remember while this work is being done, we will be asked to use the rear door to enter and exit.

If you have not received the new smoke detector, please contact our CSO, Ms. English.

“A lioness does not need to roar to keep the crowd in awe.” –African proverb Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370, president, or Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801.

Thank you for supporting our team.

––Leslie Peterson Be sure to subscribe to the new & official Co-op City YouTube channel, https://bit.ly/3h6CrF7. Stay informed!

sprint relay. Plus, they had races for children six years old and younger (50-meters, 150-meters & 300-meters race).

VTC had approximately 25 athletes compete and won 27 medals (19 gold, 3 silver and 5 bronze).

Plus, we had many athletes broke their personal record! The following athletes won a medal: Bryce (three gold), Cameron (gold and bronze), Talia (gold, silver and bronze), Steven (gold and silver), Xoan (silver and bronze), Saniah C. (two gold and bronze), Pierce (two gold), Shyenne (two gold), Ryann (gold and bronze), Savannah B. (gold), Madison (gold), Savanna M. (gold), Hannah (gold), Kenese (gold) & Sania G (gold)! Great job to all athletes who competed!

Congratulations to Tiarra and Andonijah for taking first and second in the 1500-meters race walk at the New York State Showcase! Great job!

Plus, the ladies prepared a great dinner for the fathers for Father’s Day! The food was delicious and plenty of it. Fellas, we must step up our game for Mother’s Day next year! Thank you, ladies, we deeply appreciated it!

Our next meets are on Friday, June 25, to Sunday, June 27, at the AAU Region 1 Championship in Lincoln Park, Jersey City, and the NHAGTC Youth Series #2 which will be at Bowen Field on

A few of the parents who prepared food for Father’s Day.

218 Crescent Street in New Haven, Connecticut.

Come out to see your future Olympians!

Velocity Track Club New York is a 501c3 notfor profit. One hundred percent of your donation will go towards helping our children. Support our youth so they can continue to do great things! For additional information, please go to our website, Velocitytrack.org, or contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins, at 914-441-6196 or email me watclt@aol. com.

Thank you.

––Coach Winston Dinkins

National Council of Negro Women Membership – Since our next membership meeting will not be until September 12, this is a reminder that members who would like our new 50th Anniversary NCNW Co-op City Section pin will only pay $20 if payment is received or postmarked by June 30. After June 30, the cost is $25. Check or money order should be made payable to National Council of Negro Women Co-op City Section. In the memo line, please put Anniversary Pin. Mail to: National Council of Negro Women, Inc. Co-op City Section, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. If you have any questions, please send to NCNWCC50@gmail.com.

Community Service Projects Committee – The committee is asking for a $10 donation per member to cover the cost of our upcoming community service project and donation to the Jericho Project. Jericho Project is a non-profit organization serving homeless individuals and families as well as homeless veterans. They are currently in need of pajamas, slippers and money clips. Please support this project by sending your donation to our NCNW Co-op City Section, PO Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475 and put “Jericho Project” in the memo line. Any

members of the Co-op City community are welcomed to join us in this donation.

Youth Section – NCNW Co-op City Section is looking for young ladies ages 12-18 interested in community service opportunities and activities to enhance their life skills and leadership abilities.

National Council of Negro Women, Inc. provides these opportunities under the auspices of a national organization. Please join us to learn more tomorrow from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. via Zoom. Meeting ID: 881 7425 9607; Password: Youth. For more information, email: ncnwcoopcityyouth@gmail.com.

Bethune-Height Recognition Program – In addition to the new Life Members reported in my May 22 and June 19 articles, I unfortunately omitted Leslie Peterson. She was also honored at our BethuneHeight Recognition Program on May 15. Our Life Members are the life blood of our organization.

Social media – Remember you can find us on Facebook: NCNWCoopcityBethune; Twitter: @ NCNWCoopCity; Instagram: NCNWCo-op City, and email: ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com.

––Joyce Howard

Good day, fellow cooperators. The city primary is over and a ballot will be accomplished. We hope you exercised your preferences and voted. Was your Father’s Day a joyous celebration? No matter who you are for fathers, grandpas, uncles and all, giving of themselves and spreading the love, you have earned a hearty bravo and a thank you every day.

Let us also celebrate finally, officially recognizing Juneteenth and its national impact by giving it the status of a national holiday. This wouldn’t have happened without people like Ms. Opal Lee, who has been determined to get this day recognized.

However, so much still needs to be done. High on the list is honest school textbooks telling history truthfully, the good, bad and ugly. But, this has to be done. Congratulations to several community organizations for organizing the Zoom celebration honoring the Juneteenth occasion.

The Co-op City Times has announced that Broun Place Townhouse cluster had the highest number of voters, in comparison to other townhouse clusters and buildings in the 2021 Riverbay Board Election.

Congratulations to all our cooperators for carrying out their responsibility and voting in the election. We will be celebrating and news of that will be forthcoming.

Of equal importance, is the curb appeal of Co-op City. We have got to work together to stop the garbage. A new hangout behind Building 24 has resulted in a horrible mess on Co-op City Blvd. Co-op City has been called a disintegrating project. We are neglecting getting tough with stopping litterbugs. You live here, hold your bottles, masks, gloves, wrappers

and containers for a pedestrian garbage pail.

Congratulations to all the candidates in the 2021 Riverbay Board Election. It is a wonderful thing to be able to elect those who set policy and act on the resolutions written by you. Broun Place keeps involved. Broun Place intends to keep being on the Section 4 Partnership to pledge that Section 4 improves. Please submit photos and tidings for your celebrations. We are winning the COVID-19 war.

If you are inoculated, outdoors or part of a small inoculated group, you can go without a mask, but enter a crowded place and wear it. Read and listen to CDC guidelines. Call restaurants to get their upto-date business guidelines.

Do not forget to register with the Riverbay “RUOK” Emergency contact programs. This is so important for those living alone with a chronic condition. Information is stored confidentially and available for an emergency situation.

For up-to-date information on vaccines, visit: nyc.gov/covidvaccine or call 311. The following is a help site for all your questions on COVID-19: cdc.gov/cdc-info/index.html.

Neighbors, thank you for renewing your membership or joining the townhouse organization. We need you to renew and join us. Dues are just $12 annually. Special congratulations to our graduates, may success be yours. Saluting and remembering talented musician, director of the Co-op City Chorus, Billye David Glick, especially today. Keep dancing and better days are ahead! Wakanda forever!

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Broun Place Townhouse Association

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Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Leah Richardson, Secretary

Continuing to Improve our Quality of Life Responsibly Greetings, shareholders, I want to thank the Riverbay Board’s Election Committee for their hard work with the virtual forums together. During these difficult times, it was not easy deciding whether to hold the election. I am immensely grateful to the family, friends and loyal supporters who so generously volunteered their time and effort to re-elect me during this very long election.

At the end of the day, it is not I who won, but all of you who voted for me. By re-electing me, you all have proved that you have confidence in me. An effective leader listens to constituents, translating their concerns into workable proposals and building a consensus to implement them. I could not do this job without the involvement and openness of the people I represent. You have taken the time to share with me your ideas, your concerns, and your aspirations. I sincerely appreciate your willingness to discuss what matters to you. I assure you that your voices and concerns get addressed in every sphere.

Your confidence in my ideas assures me that I am on the right track.

Board directors have a legal duty to act in the

best interest of the corporation. My fiduciary duties are Duty of Loyalty, Duty of Care, and Duty to Act within the scope of authority. Again, we all want a place to live where our family feels comfortable, where people feel like they are part of the community, and where they have a voice. I ask you, neighbors, to continue to support me on the continuing journey to improve our quality of life in a financially responsible manner.

As life will dictate, we will face challenges over the coming years, and I am sure we will overcome them. Overseeing a $3 billion corporation, controlling a $250 million annual budget, and the lives of over 50,000 families is a great responsibility, and I am willing to take that job seriously, with honesty, integrity, and transparency. I encourage more of our shareholders to get involved. A community as Coop City is only as strong as its residents make it.

Keeping our Community safe and clean I am a strong proponent of a clean and healthy environment. The pandemic has been challenging in keeping our community clean. Our responsibility is to throw trash in its proper place and teach our children to care for our environment. Nothing breaks my heart more than seeing water bottles, alcoholic

beverages, and snack wrappers along our beautiful grounds. Do not throw litter in streets, on the grass, in basketball courts, or public places. Please use trash cans or recycling bins.

Garbage thrown on the ground does not simply disappear. It is disrespectful to our community and is sad to see. It is something that seems to be a losing battle, and this is extremely unfortunate. Our Grounds department works hard to keep this community clean, and they do an excellent job. If you see someone littering, it is our responsibility to say something. I propose that we take a collective resolution, a conjoined effort, a shared goal to reduce littering.

As I stated in previous viewpoints, if you want to be more involved in your community, join a committee. Committee members are usually appointed by the Board and play a key role in advising the Board and providing recommendations on important issues concerning their building or community.

There are several types of committees to choose from, including Buildings & Grounds, Accommodations, Restorations, Power Plant, Parking, Sales & Commercial Leasing, and more. Working on committees is a great way to help your community. Also, to work closely with other homeowners or stakeholders who may have the same skills, background, or interests. In addition, serving on a committee can be an excellent springboard for becoming a future Board member.

I look forward to seeing you at one of our committee meetings.

In closing, thank you for reading my viewpoint.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me at lrichardson@riverbayboard.com.

Farmer’s Market Returns!

Naturally grown produce is once again available to Co-op City residents with return of the Farmer’s Market on Wed., June 16. The market is open every Wed., 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. until Nov. 17.

Photos by Leandra Alexander Peters

Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021

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Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Francine Reva Jones,

Assistant Secretary

Board Elections, Juneteenth and Father’s Day Happy Father’s Day to all the Co-op City fathers. I hope you enjoyed Father’s Day with your family and friends.

Congratulations to the winners of the Riverbay Board Elections.

Juneteenth A huge thank you goes out to Mrs. Joan Murrell for introducing the commemoration of Juneteenth to Co-op City some years ago. Last Saturday, the Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc., led by Ms. Virginia Stewart, sponsored a Juneteenth program featuring, “In the Spirit of Ms. Truth.” Sister Carole Imani Parker portrayed Sojourner Truth (17971883) and Sister Debbie Carter was the vocalist.

The program began with a Juneteenth Libation to the Ancestors, “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” a brief history of the Coalition and a cultural quiz. Thereafter, two of the youngsters from the Co-op City Youth Committee presented outstanding recitations on Juneteenth. Young sister Aaliyah spoke about the two-year delay, from January 1, 1863 until June 19, 1865, for the people of Galveston, Texas to receive the news of their emancipation from slavery.

Young Brother Malcolm spoke of the Emancipation Proclamation of January 1, 1863, Jubilee Day and Watch Night. Much appreciation is extended to the parents and grandparents who encourage their children to participate in our programs.

The guest speaker was Congressman Jamaal Bowman, who spoke about Juneteenth becoming a federal holiday on June 15, 2021 when the U.S. Senate unanimously passed a long-awaited bill declaring the day a federal holiday. One of my family members was shot and killed earlier this month and I wanted the Congressman to speak on gun control and/or legislation. However, he will be invited back again for those discussions.

The event ended with a tribute to Black Music Month where everyone enjoyed a little bit of jazz,

gospel and R&B. Thanks to Michelle Marbury and Kevin Lambright, Mistress of Ceremonies and production technician, respectively. Finally, appreciation is extended to The Riverbay Fund, Inc. for helping to make this program possible. All churches and organizations are invited to join The Coalition by calling 718-671-4506 or 718-671-5957.

Board of Directors Elections Congratulations to the five winners who succeeded in their bid for a seat on the Riverbay Board of Directors, i.e., Anika Green-Watson, Daryl Johnson, Kevin Lambright, Leslie Peterson and Leah Richardson. I trust that we will continue working amicably together and continue the progress the Board has made under the leadership of Linda Berk.

I commend all of the Board Directors who served an additional year when Covid-19 was at its height.

It was determined that there was so much tragedy at that time, that the Board would wait until the time was right in order to proceed with an election.

Once again, it was difficult reaching a quorum. It makes me wonder if shareholders really care about their community. The election was extended for two additional weeks and, during that period, a quorum was reached. I believe that our shareholders can do better. There should be no need to offer so many incentives to vote. Shareholders should be ready and willing to vote for the leaders of their community.

The Election Committee took the opportunity to address the long-standing cable problem. Neither the picture nor sound was up to par. The Election Committee co-chair, Michelle Marbury, took the initiative of getting an assessment of the problems and some improvements were made to the public access channels 12 and 591. The Election Committee’s authority was limited. However, this matter will be addressed through the Board in the very near future.

It is unbelievable that the voting rights of some Americans are being eroded. It is my understanding that Republican officials in the state of Georgia are

working to purge over 102,000 of its residents from the voting rolls. Many countries have governments with only one leader and ordinary citizens cannot participate. We should be happy to live in a society where ordinary citizens can vote for their leadership. This right was almost taken away from us on January 6, 2021 with the White House insurrection that was instigated by #45, who was attempting to overthrow our government so that he could remain President. Please don’t abuse your right to vote. It is a liberty that many don’t have.

What would happen if we did not reach a quorum? According to the Election Rules, if we did not reach a quorum after the extension period and after a second election occurs a month later, the same Board members would remain. If the current Board members resigned, former candidates from a previous election would fill those spots. This has never happened, and I hope it never will. But, it could! In order to remain a strong and vital community, all of our shareholders should participate in the voting process.

Congratulations to the newly elected officers of the Board. Former Board President Linda Berk was a dynamic leader. I anticipate that the Board will continue to progress under the recently elected president, Bernard Cylich. The other officers include: Sonia Feliciano, First Vice President; Michelle Marbury, Second V.P.; Leah Richardson, Secretary; Francine Jones, Assistant Secretary; Claudia Sampson, Treasurer; and Kevin Lambright, Assistant Treasurer. The Board members are currently in the process of selecting the committees they would like to chair, and cooperators will soon be invited to join a committee of their choice.

Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter. –Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. It is a privilege to serve this community and I thank you for reading my viewpoint. I can be reached at 718-671-5957 or fjones@riverbaycorp.com.

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Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Daryl Johnson

Thanks For Your Vote First, I want to thank everyone for their support and for voting in our board election. Also, I want everyone to know that I’m willing to help you if you ever have any issues here. Just like before, you can be sure that you will get good representation from a director that cares about you and your family.

Waterfront Park Currently, one of the most controversial projects that’s under discussion is the creation of a waterfront park along Co-op City Boulevard. As mentioned before, the area near the water along Co-op City Boulevard is a dump. Nevertheless, during the recent board election forums, you may have heard some disputed comments about the expected cost of this waterfront park.

Previously, it was clear that management stated that the expected cost of this project would be $10 million. However, during the forums, this $10 million price was challenged. Why? Now, yes, the project still has to be bid out. Thereafter, the cost might be higher or lower when the actual construction work begins. But, what we need to know is how this waterfront park will be financed. Will we get another carrying charge increase? Or, will we refinance our mortgage and pull out $100 million?

Either way, I will not support this unnecessary park by approving an increase or a refinancing of our current mortgage. But, realistically, I cannot see why we would even consider either option. Anyway, do you think that we have some problems here? Absolutely! And, that’s why I spoke out against this waterfront park during the forums.

Therefore, it’s time to settle this public dispute by letting the entire community see the cost of this waterfront park that management published in the Coop City Times. So, using your phone or other appropriate electronic device, please go online and type in: Co-op City Times. Then, pull up the April 10, 2021 issue. Next, please go to the bottom of page 15.

Now, take a guess what is the cost that manage-

ment published on that line? That’s right, they published that the cost for the waterfront park is $10 million. (Additionally, that area by the water is protected. So, there will be lots of environmental and other costs associated with this project.) Therefore, as you can see, I was 100 percent correct about the cost and other aspects about this project.

Bottom line: The election rules do not allow a director to publish viewpoints if they’re a candidate in an upcoming board election. Therefore, I could not publish this material in this newspaper. Nevertheless, how do you now feel about this waterfront park?

How do you feel about the controversial and supportive statements that were made during the forums about this waterfront park? How do you feel about any increases for this waterfront park? Would you ever support a loan refinance plan to pull out $100 million to partially pay for this waterfront park?

Capital Projects As mentioned before, the area near the water along Co-op City Boulevard is a dump. Nevertheless, when was the last time that you were on Co-op City Boulevard and saw some trailers? How did they look? To me, they looked horrible. Regardless, there is a proposal to replace these trailers with new prefabricated modular offices at a cost of $2.5 million.

So, let’s take a closer look at some of our projects and then let’s look at our costs. First, we’ve successfully determined that the waterfront park is going to cost at least $10 million. Then, we have these prefabricated offices at $2.5 million. However, we spent $6 million to refurbish our auditorium. Yes, the auditorium looks really nice. Nevertheless, I honestly believe that our skilled workers could have saved us a lot of money with this project.

Okay, do you see how much money we’re spending here on just three projects? Horrible! Trailers?

We have employees working in those trailers. So, how is a waterfront park going to help them and their situation? What about spending $2.5 million on modular offices and placing them into a dump?

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of a trailer or a modular office along Co-op City Boulevard? Or, do you think that we should use this money and construct a nice building for our community? The building doesn’t necessarily have to be on the waterfront. However, in my opinion, the building could contain a few departments. Furthermore, we can set aside some space for some community programs.

Moving on, a new elevator will be installed in the Bartow Administration building. The projected cost for this new elevator will be $1 million. This new elevator will be useful to a lot of people that have to go to the Administration building.

Now, let’s go on to some other projects. Townhouses? There’s a plan to do some masonry work on our townhouses. This plan will cost $9 million. Bartow mall storefronts? We’re going to spend $4 million to upgrade the storefronts in the Bartow mall.

Dreiser and Einstein mall? We’re going to spend $5 million to upgrade the storefronts in the Dreiser and Einstein malls.

Elevators? Previously, I pointed out how a company installed smaller than required motors into our former elevators. (Our present management wasn’t responsible for that error.) Nevertheless, can you believe that we’re spending $41.1 million to replace those motors? Incredible, huh? As they say, “trust, but verify.”

Close My next viewpoint is going to be about our convectors and the incredible leaks that have been plaguing this community. Plus, I will have a section about the outrageous amount of scaffolding in our community.

Thank you.

Contact Information Please do not send a letter to me at this time.

However, you can send an email to me at: djohnson@riverbayboard.com.

Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me.

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Church of the New Vision The Church of the New Vision and its pastors, Kenneth and Deborah Hodge, welcome you to worship with us on Sunday mornings as we share the Gospels’ message of the Love of God on YouTube. Just type in Kenneth Hodge.

Our Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study starts at 7:00 p.m. on our Conference Line number: (646) 769-9909, Access Code: 3099388. Once prayer has begun, please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity.

As we celebrate Jesus Christ, the very demonstration of God’s Love towards humanity (John 3:16), let’s continue to be thankful and grateful. Let us as the Body of Christ remain steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that our labor is not in vain.

Our verse of focus this year is: 2 Corinthians 12:9 “And He said unto me, my grace is sufficient for thee: My strength is made perfect in weakness.”

The Grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the Love of God, be with you all.

Amen. –Pastors Kenneth & Deborah Hodge Sunday, June 20 – Worship Service theme: “Be Confident That God is at Work” Scripture: Philippians 1:6: “Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:” (John1:12; John 3:16) Announcement: By the all Sufficient Grace of God, we announce the reopening of the church on Sunday, July 11. There will be one service at 11:00 a.m. Sunday School will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Welcome back.

Thanks for your contributions, Malachi 3:10. Mailing address: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

––Brenda Brown

Community Protestant Church The effectual fervent prayer of the righteous availeth much. Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Community Protestant Church family continue to lift up our community, city, state, nation and the world in prayer, especially all those affected by COVID-19. Our regular church schedule has been cancelled due to the outbreak of the virus. However, our members and friends are invited to join us via the Telephone Conference Call Line at (712) 432-3900; at the prompt, enter access code 343284, followed by the # sign.

Church Schedule Sunday School is now in session via conference call every Sunday at 9 a.m.

For Youth Sunday School, call (712) 452-3900, access code: 953697, followed by the # sign.

For Adult Sunday School, call (712) 432-3900, access code: 343284, followed by the # sign.

Sunday Worship Service Begins at 11 a.m. via Conference Call Line.

Noon Day Prayer at CPC…On Wednesdays at noon, you are cordially invited to call in for an hour of power, prayer, praise and testimony.

Bible Study on Wednesdays at 7 p.m.

In observance of Father’s Day last Sunday, Pastor Owens’ topic for his sermon was “Fathers Who Live the Good Life.” His scriptural reference came from Galatians 2:20, “I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless, I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live by the faith of the Son of God, who loved me, and gave himself for me.” He stated that of all of God’s creations, man is still his greatest. He is still his masterpiece, but he is flawed, born in sin and washed in iniquity. When he thinks of Christian fathers, he thinks of manhood, faithfulness, gratitude, and reward. Christian men are the backbone of the Christian faith, providing physical and scriptural food for their families. A man cannot live a good life without faith. Christian fathers know obedience to Christ is about being grateful for mercy, grace, amnesty, and reward that are reserved for those who keep their eyes on the prize and press toward the mark. It is good to be honest, to rely on friends and family, but it is better to trust the foundation that never shakes. It is good to work hard, it is better to trust the supply that never quits. Christian fathers know the secret to living a good life is to follow the Father, the master of the seas, the master of the soul and that master is Jesus Christ. One day our earthly poverty will give way to heavenly riches.

Reminder: COVID-19 vaccines are now available. Practice social distancing.

Continue to wear masks.

Until we meet again, Pastor Owens and our church family pray that God will be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause His face to shine upon us; that His way may be known upon earth, and His saving health among all nations.

––Evan G. Mitchell

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St. Joseph's Episcopal Anglican Church St. Joseph's is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic, St. Joseph's Church has suspended services until further notice. However, we continue to worship via teleconference on Sundays, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Father Johnson also conducts daily weekday services at 12 p.m.

You are invited to participate in these services by calling 1-425-436-6344, access code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

Grace and peace.

––M. Chambers

Open Door Ministries “Follow Me”

(Full sermon at opendoorministries.net) Following someone means that you have committed, submitted, and surrendered yourself to the beliefs and worldview of that person. Following Jesus denotes a voluntary decision to emulate him in deeds, words, and thoughts. Our lives demonstrate if we are following Him. It begins with self-denial and giving glory to God as we daily show our faithfulness to Jesus.

Luke 9:23 “Jesus said to them, whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me. 24 Whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it. 25 What good is it for you to gain the whole world, and lose or forfeit yourself? 26 Whoever is ashamed of me and my words, the Son of Man will be ashamed of them when he comes in his glory and in the glory of the Father and of the holy angels.”

We must interpret reality through what God says not on our limited understanding. Peter gives us instruction on how to progressively attain to the place where God wants us to dwell. We are to actively serve God through our behavior, decisions, and attitudes.

2 Peter 1:5 “Make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6 and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7 and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love.”

There seems to be both in the text and in practice, a progression. We move from one behavior or attitude to another as we allow the voice of God through Jesus to inform everything we do. Our lives are infused with holy thinking as we set our minds on Jesus.

1 - As Christians, we should strive for goodness by eliminating sinful actions and thoughts from our lives as the Holy Spirit brings conviction.

2 - A commitment to growth in knowledge, first the basics of the faith and then deeper doctrines, enables us to exercise wisdom in life's choices.

3 - A self-controlled, disciplined lifestyle leads to…

4 - Perseverance, even strength in the face of adversity, which, in turn, produces…

5 - Godliness, an attitude of reverence toward God which strives to please Him by developing His attitudes and priorities.

6 - Our relations with others will thus be marked by brotherly kindness 7 - and agape love (self-sacrificing, undeserved love) for all.

Jesus calls us to a higher life of service, love and kindness that makes us attractive to others. Our spirits, as directed by the Holy Spirit become beacons of light that help people see reality as God sees it. We therefore become a place of safety and security to those seeking comfort and peace in a world that only offers sensual indulgence and emptiness.

Contact Open Door Ministries by phone/text, 917-334-4407.

Blessings in Christ.

––Pastor Luis Ramos

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Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Leslie Peterson

Important Developments to Keep in our Sight First and foremost before I write anything else, let me say I am humbled and appreciative of all the support and well wishes I have received.

Congratulations also to all who ran. I hope you continue to stay involved. We are an awesome community with even greater potential. There are things we can do better but that comes with all of us being involved. During the election, I heard what you had to say and, with your engagement, we can resolve many of the issues that affect your quality of life.

Remember, we are Stronger Together.

Riverbay: During the Riverbay Board election, I often found myself explaining the process. In order for a resolution to pass (the method used to approve spending or implementing policy changes), a minimum of 8 votes have to be received (the majority of 15 Director votes). There are fifteen members on the Board of Directors elected for three year terms.

Each year, five Directors’ terms expire, hence an election each year. Board Directors set policy but do not manage day-to-day operations.

I often hear and read shareholders state Riverbay has done “this or that.” We live in a Mitchell-Lama limited profit cooperative committed to preserving affordable housing for shareholders, now and in the future. Some changes we want to make also need the approval of our mortgage holders and our loan guarantor. Riverbay Corporation, aka “Co-op City,” is regulated by DHCR (Department of Homes and Community Renewal). There are, however, services Directors can and should monitor. Some issues asked of us will be more difficult because of the approvals necessary but I am prepared for the challenge and ready to address them. I hope other Directors are also. To understand your responsibility and the process of getting things accomplished, attend meetings, and stay informed.

Primary Election Time: At the time of this printing, the primary will be completed and we may know the candidate who will be running for office

in November. On the other hand, there were about 13 candidates for Mayor and 10 for Comptroller and if none received the required 50 +1 majority, the Ranked Choice Voting process will commence.

I hope you ranked at least five candidates so your choice and vote will be counted. Make no mistake, those running for office are aware and you should be too that we have the ability to change the outcome of an election. We must utilize the opportunity we have in order to promote what is in our best interests as a community. There are changes being proposed for our community. Are they expecting us to be asleep at the wheel? There is the Metro-North, the proposed Ramp coming off the Hutchinson River Parkway, the promise made to us by the City but not kept that included a youth center during the animal facility debate and other items that have temporarily gone quiet but linger in the background.

One of the biggest proposals that we as a community will have to stay on top of is the suggested $100 million proposition for Co-op City Capital projects.

If they ever get it through the Federal government, a major question will be headed our way.

Proposed Mitchell-Lama Reform Bill: Last week, the Mitchell-Lama Reform Bill was passed and seeks to “Restore the Balance of Power.”

The passage of the Mitchell-Lama reform bill (A.7272/S.6412) in both the New York State Assembly and Senate is on its way to Governor Andrew Cuomo’s desk for signature. If it becomes law, the bill will implement a series of reforms around voting procedures, corporate governance, and dissolution processes in Mitchell-Lama cooperative housing, where advocates say the absence of such requirements has led to abuse of power and lack of transparency. Assembly member Linda B. Rosenthal said, “For far too long, many Mitchell-Lama shareholders have been treated as second-class residents in their own homes by over-empowered boards pursuing agendas that serve the interest of the few, not the majority.”

NAACP Co-op City Branch Mission Statement: Our mission is to secure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons.

Congratulations to the Class of 2021 Certificates of Academic Achievement presented to: Chandler Allen, Harry S. Truman High School; Torane Stewart, Equality Charter Middle School; Chad Maxwell, Pablo Casals Middle School 181; Christopher Hendricks, Walt Disney Magnet STEAM School PS160; and Brianna Boateng, Magnet School of Multimedia Arts & Design PS 178.

Certificates of Most Improved presented to: Xavier Sanchez, Harry S. Truman High School; Quadier Sledge, Equality Charter Middle School; Cameron Haywood, Pablo Casals Middle School 181; Rosa Bernal, Walt Disney Magnet STEAM School PS160; and Shedrack Akpan, Magnet School of Multimedia Arts & Design PS 178.

“Education is the most powerful weapon we can use to change the world.” –Nelson Mandela Join Zoom General Meeting, June 27, at 3 p.m.

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Branch T-shirt Fundraiser: June 14-30. Proud members of the NAACP and our Co-op City Branch – Let’s represent our community. Buy a shirt for yourself, family, grands or friends to show your support. Go to: https://www.customink.com/fundraising/ and search NAACP. Metro-North: The MTA Metro-North Railroad Penn Station Access Project Environmental

Assessment and Draft Section 4(f) Evaluation has been received for a 45-day public and agency review period. Comments must be received by July 3.

To view Environmental Assessment, go to pennstationaccess.info.

112th NAACP Virtual National Convention – July 7-14; Registration now open. Contact NAACP Co-op City Branch Secretary Brenda Brown at: naacpcoopbb@yahoo.com if you are interested in attending before June 9.

• 67th Anniversary of Brown vs. Board of Education • 100th Anniversary of Tulsa, Oklahoma Massacre 1921 (Black Wall Street), –www.history.com Petition Uniformed Police Reform – An end to the horrors of police brutality and a criminal justice system that fails to properly hold law enforcement officials accountable is long overdue. Join our call to end qualified immunity and collect data on police encounters that will provide transparency and safety for our communities. To sign the petition, go to: NAACP.ORG. To follow NAACP’s trending topics, go to: NAACP.ORG. To become a member or gift a membership: Adult, $30; Youth, $10. Make check/money order payable to: NAACP Co-op City #2210 and mail to: N.A.A.C.P. Co-op City, Einstein Station, P.O. Box 75-3111, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

We appreciate your continued support and if you would like to make a financial contribution in any amount, we thank you in advance for helping the NAACP advocate for a more just and equal America.

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This bill is intended to ensure open, transparent, and democratic governance of “Mitchell-Lama” cooperatives, (limited-profit housing companies), and to protect the interests of shareholders and the public interest in preserving affordable housing. Some items include: hold six meetings annually with meetings open to shareholders except that they may exclude executive sessions open only to Directors for the sole purpose of discussing confidential personnel issues, legal advice and counsel from an attorney to whom the housing company is a client, or confidential issues affecting individual shareholders or contract negotiation. It would accomplish this by establishing certain voting and election procedures, duties of boards of directors, and high thresholds for votes to approve dissolution or steps related to dissolution.

Additionally, Proxy Voting would not be permitted in an election for a position on a board of directors, for dissolution of the company and for the authorization of a feasibility study, among other items.

Another provision is to promptly give notice of and make available to all shareholders any communication to the housing company from the commissioner or the supervising agency, as the case may be, or the office of the attorney general, regarding regulations, changes in regulations, taxation, finances, refinancing, or, in the event of a proposed dissolution and reincorporation, the review of any version of an offering plan, and to investigate any substantive allegation that a tenant is not occupying his or her dwelling unit as his or her primary residence.

These are just some of the highlights. To see the full bill, see the number above. Reminder: This is conditioned upon the bill being signed by the Governor.

“When you have decided what you believe, what you feel must be done, have the courage to standalone and be counted.” –Eleanor Roosevelt I am pleased to be of service to the community.

I can be reached by e-mail at lpeterson@riverbayboard.com or by telephone at 718-320-1370.

PPE trash is still a problem Used gloves and masks must be disposed of properly in trash receptacles and not thrown on the ground or on floors in residential buildings.

This behavior is irresponsible and unsanitary and presents a health hazard to others.

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Goose Island Seniors Sunday Bingo – Tomorrow, June 27, at 1:30 p.m.

Sight & Sound TV “Noah” – Friday, July 2. Every first Friday at 8 p.m. come and watch Sight and Sound TV. First 60 people only. Must be vaccinated and mask required. $5 donation per person.

Resorts Casino – Thursday, July 8, in Atlantic City, NJ. Price: $40, bonus $20 slot play. Sold out. Waiting list only. Bus leaving from our three usual bus stops: 8 a.m., Einstein Loop in front of pizza shop; 8:10 a.m., Asch Loop by library; and 8:20 a.m., Dreiser Loop in front of the hardware store. Balance due: Wednesday, June 30. Please make checks out to Goose Island Seniors.

Seminar – July 17 at 11 a.m., the Spanish American Club and the Goose Island Seniors present: Lawyers talking about Living Wills, Power of Attorney and more. All are welcome by appointment only, 60 people max. Must be vaccinated to enter rm. 39 at 135 Einstein Community Center. Mask also required.

Call Alfonso at 347-249-3403 for appointment.

Trip to Villa Roma – Tuesday, Sept. 14, at (notice time change) 7:30 a.m.

The Cameos, a Doo-Wop group featuring Joey and Doreen Arminio, a luncheon and day of fun, all for $92. A choice of entrees: pot roast, chicken Francese or fillet of Cod, all served with chef’s choice of starch and vegetables.

A $40 deposit, your choice of entrée and bus seat selection is required when making reservations. Must show proof of vaccination. Balance due by Sept. 1.

Call: 347-847-1941. Make checks out to Goose Island Seniors.

Bingo – Every Mon., Wed., and Fri. at 1:15 p.m. Admission: $5 for 3 cards,

12 games and jackpot. Extra cards are $0.25 each, up to three cards. Refreshments available. Proof of vaccination and mask required. Temperature will be taken at entrance.

50th Anniversary Trip to Villa Roma, 2022 – Thursday, June 9, 2022 at 7:30 a.m. Doo-Wop show, luncheon and a day of fun, all for $92. For reservation: 347-847-1941. Make checks out to Goose Island Seniors.

To all members: Happy Birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of June: Rosaura Cruz, Sandra Harville, Jennie Velez, Crystal Somersle, Donald Snyder, Valerie Santos, Cecil Kornreich, Ray Betancourt, Joan (Jackie) Ross, Margaret Irving, Eleanor Gibson, Sheila Mathis, and Julia Rivera.

Sick and Shut-in – Edna Trujillo, we miss you. We cannot wait until you return to bingo. Mary Pilla, former Goose Island president, misses everyone and sends her love to all. Mary is in the Paramount at Somers Nursing Center in Somers, NY. She would love to hear from you. You may call her at (718) 753-1816.

Our club is located at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475. The Section 5 Community Center, phone number: (718) 379-9613. We are open.

You may call (mornings) Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; (evenings) Tues. & Thurs., 1 p.m. – 6 p.m.; and Mon., Wed. and Fri., 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. You may also call or text Stephen’s cell at (347) 847-1941. Our email address is goose. island@optonline.net.

––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

AARP Chapter #4997 From President Mickens As Americans, we now have a new national holiday, Juneteenth, June 19, the first national holiday since Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was added in the 1980’s. This date signifies the end to all slavery in the United States. And we are so thankful and proud to be able to celebrate in all states. Just one more step towards a unified United States. To all of our fathers, father figures, uncles, brothers, sons and daughters who have stepped up to be the father in the family, we salute you and thank you for your efforts.

Our new Board of Directors has been sworn in and is now ready to work for us as a solid group. However, with this being said, we also must bid a farewell to the President of the Board, Ms. Linda Berk. Ms. Berk has fulfilled her tenure in style and with many positive accomplishments to her credit. At this time, we would also like to recognize Mr. Bernard Cylich, who was elected the new President of the Board of Directors. We look forward to working with the new Board in Co-op City as we make even move positive moves to enhance our community.

The summer is opening up our community to the old ways that we are used to, so be careful to follow all precautions that have kept us safe and healthy.

COVID-19 rates are going down, but the new variants are rising, especially with younger adults. The vaccinations do work to reduce the strength of the new variants and we should all do the research to decide on the best vaccination for us, personally. Remain informed.

On Monday, June 21, we held our last Zoom meeting for the season with the General Membership. It was invigorating and hopeful. While we are getting back to normal, we hope to have our September 2021 meeting in our office, in person, in Dreiser Loop. We are still working to increase our membership and will have open elections as soon as possible for all offices when we return in September. Ms. Stella Baker, membership contact, can be reached at 120 Casals Place, #24L, Bronx, NY 10475. Annual dues are $15 and our membership helps to strengthen our National AARP Organization. They work hard for us and we should continue to support them.

Mrs. Frances Wilson, our Good and Welfare contact, has asked that we send our prayers and blessings for our member, Ms. Evelyn Watson, for continued recovery and strength. Feel free to call Mrs. Wilson, 718-671-5493, with any updates, and I can be reached at 718-379-3742.

––Ann Purnell

Caregivers Outreach Mentorship Empowerment Summer Tips for Caregivers With the summer season steadily approaching, most people are looking forward to the hot weather, going to the beach, BBQs, pool parties and time outdoors. However, caring for a family member with a heart disease, heart failure, diabetes and chronic lung disease can be a challenge during the summer season. Warm weather and high humidity can put a strain on seasonal allergy and asthma sufferers. It’s a peak time for certain types of pollen, smog and mold. Protect yourself during prime allergy time and stay indoors between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m., when outdoor pollen counts are usually the highest. Avoid extremes, for example, going between intense outdoor heat and indoor air conditioning can trigger an asthma attack and other allergy symptoms.

Prolonged or intense exposure in hot temperatures can cause heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heat stroke. Heat exhaustion occurs when the body loses large amounts of water and salt. As in heat exhaustion, heat cramps can strike when the body loses excessive amounts of fluids and salt and is accompanied by the loss of other essential nutrients such as potassium and magnesium. The most serious of the heat-related illnesses, heat stroke, occurs when the body suffers from long, intense exposure to heat and loses the ability to cool itself down. Prevention is your best defense in protecting your health when temperatures are extremely high. Remember to keep cool and use common sense. Drink plenty of fluids, regardless of your activity level.

Do not wait until you feel thirsty and do not drink liquids that contain caffeine, alcohol or large amounts of sugar because these actually cause you to lose more body fluids. Wear appropriate clothing such as lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing, a wide-brimmed hat and sunglasses. Plan your outdoor activities during morning or evening hours rather than during the sun’s peak time, which is between noon and 2 p.m. Also, try to find as much shade as you can and rest often.

Increased sensitivity to heat, which can lead to dehydration, is also a side effect of many common drugs. Several medications used for acne, high blood

pressure, heart disease, diabetes and cancer can cause common sun and heat sensitizing reactions. Read the medication labels and speak with your doctor about necessary precautions of exposure to the sun.

Pace yourself. If you are not accustomed to being in heat, do not push your body to stay out in it all day. Infants and young children, people aged 65 or older people who have a mental illness and those who are physically ill, especially with heart disease or high blood pressure, are at a higher risk for heat-related illness.

Please join us for our monthly 45-minute informational session, Tuesday, July 20, at 7 p.m. Do you know of a youth assisting an ill, disabled, or elderly person? Meet some youths that are making a difference and learn about resources available for Youth Caregivers. Please RSVP online at www.comeoutreach.org.

Please contact us with any questions or concerns, 718-379-3159.

––Diane Cooper

CSO Contact Information CSO 1 – Buildings 1-14, Defoe, Debs and Cooper place Townhouses. Located in the lower level of 177 Dreiser Loop CSO2 – Buildings 15-25, Adler, Asch and Broun Place Townhouses. Located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Rm. B. CSO 3 – Buildings 26-35 and Earhart Lane Townhouses. Located in Rm. 37 of the Einstein Center.

The offices can be reached by calling (718) 320-3300 and following the prompts.

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Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Mary Pearson

Still Almost Over Mayoral and other elections. Someone’s gonna win, we just don’t know who that might be yet. What a horse race!

This one pulls ahead, then the next takes the inside track, another throws a shoe and a fourth throws the jockey. But even when it’s over, it ain’t over till the zaftig lady sings, and she hasn’t even started warming up yet.

What do we have so far? Probably a couple of presumptive but unofficial winners in the Public Advocate and City Council races. But for the others, even if we know who’s gotten the most preliminary in-person 1st place votes cast in each of the races and some have passed the 50% plus one for a victory, it’s still wait and see time.

Election night preliminary results only include in-person votes – those cast on Primary Day plus the 191,197 early voting ballots.

That’s the delay. Mail-in ballots (Absentee and Military) needed to be postmarked by June 15 or dropped off by June 22, but can still be received as late as June 29. And not a one of those Absentee ballots will begin to be counted until after June 29.

On election night, we get the unofficial results based on the most in-person voters’ #1 ranked choices. Then on June 29, the Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) process can begin, but still, just the in person votes will be looked at. That’s when the elimination of those receiving the least #1 ranked votes (aka the biggest losers) begins. But again, that’s just for the in person votes. We won’t even get the first place results of some of the absentee ballots until July 6. It will take another week to know the actual total results.

You do know it’s anyone’s guess who’s going to be mayor, don’t you? In the race for Gracie Mansion, no one surpassed the 24% point in the polls. (Did anyone even see polling for Comptroller or Bronx Borough President?) None of the normal pollsters would touch this election with a ten foot you-knowwhat. There were just too many variables and unknowns with the RCV factor.

With as many as 13 candidates in a race, once RCV starts being applied, anything can happen. The initial first choice winner could very possibly get bumped by a very popular-in-the-second-place-ranking-category candidate.

In fact, people (me included) had been saying, “Eh, I don’t care if you rank my favorite candidate #1, just as long as everyone ranks her/him #2.”

So, if it looks like your candidate won on June 22…not so fast there, buddy.

There are sceptics who don’t believe such an upset could occur. But they’re wrong.

One wrong Twitterer declared, “Folks, being everyone›s most favored number 2 does not make you number 1.”

I tweeted back a response: “With different #1s it most certainly does... and by a landslide. That’s the entire theory and arithmetic behind Ranked Choice Voting.”

Rivers Run Community Garden improved mental and physical health for all who come. We provide workshops including nutrition, meditation, edible and medicinal wilds identification, planting, building, and crafting so please use this column to check on upcoming events. The Garden is an outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares and residents of different abilities. We are Capital Prep’s Urban Gardeners a place of beauty and peace.

Visit. Stay. Experience us.

The Environmental Club of Capital Upcoming Events at the Garden: Prep Bronx, consisting of more than 10 Sat., July 31 – Bomba by the River, scholars, helped the garden ready itself 2 p.m. for this growing season. Every Friday, Beginning May 1, Rivers Run is open: they weeded, watered, planted, and Tues. & Thurs. – 4 p.m. to dusk sweated with us. The Scholars – also Wed. & Fri. – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. now known as Junior Urban Famers Sat. & Sun. – 12 a.m. to 5 p.m.

– successfully grew lettuce, peppers, Membership requirements: $20 per peppermint, and beans in a bed of their year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a own. On the last day of club, the scholwaiting list for beds. Members who are ars presented the garden with a money actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunorder in the amount of $125.00 from teer work requirement are moved up on their campus penny drive. We will buy the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome. bulbs to plant in their honor.

Please mail your dues to Gail Sharbaan, Thank you for all the folks who par100 Casals Pl #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. ticipated in our Father’s Day Paint and If you’d like to reach out to us, Chat workshop. Loved the creativity, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo. fresh air, and conversation.

Rivers Run Community Garden is com, or call Denise Shelley at 917-232a place where we grow fruits, vege- 2982 or me at 718-671-3801.

Please continue to stay safe. tables, knowledge, and friendships.

––Gail Sharbaan The Garden is a movement towards

“??? Please elaborate,” mystery tweeter requested.

I described a scenario where voters rank any of the 13 candidates #1. Some get chosen way more than others. Then every voter chooses the same second choice candidate. Can that happen? Of course not. But a heavily favored #2 could indeed upset the preliminary frontrunner’s apple cart.

My tweet read: “OK. A theoretical 5 contenders each win about 20% + or - a bit. Say: 23, 21, 20, 19, 17 %. ALL 2nd place choices [theoretically] go for the same person. 17%er is eliminated. #2 now has 38%. 19%er is the next goner. #2 now has 57% & wins. Add in #3’s 20%. #2 wins with 77%. Landslide.”

Hey! I said possible, not probable. But an upset could happen. The last poll I saw had candidate #4 tied with “undecided.”

Now that the counting of the Ranked Choice ballots is being done by machine rather than by hand, shouldn’t it all be done by June 29? Nope. It was ruled last year that Absentee Ballots with insignificant mistakes, such as forgetting to sign the “oath” envelope, could be “cured” or fixed by the voter.

Machine counting rather than hand counting saves time but fixing those little mistakes adds time.

The final round of tallying won’t happen until all first-place ballots are counted including those fixed ones. And only then do all their #2s through #5s get redistributed to the remaining candidates until the top two candidates remain and a winner emerges for real, on (or about) July 12.

And this is all because we’re waiting to receive and scrutinize the Absentees.

Once all New Yorkers were able to vote Absentee due to fear of catching or spreading Covid-19, the number of requests swelled, making Absentee ballots more statistically relevant. (Our state legislators have just changed the timeline of counting absentee ballots, but that new law doesn’t kick in till 2022.)

Because of that expanded Covid reason to request an absentee ballot, tons of them were requested this time around – about 218,000. But how many will be returned? So far about 82,000, but we won’t know the final count till… July 12. Or July 13. Or July 14. Patience.

And speaking endlessly of Covid… You’ve probably heard of the alarming new Covid mutant strain added to the list of Greek-numbered variants. We’ve had the original, Alpha, then came Beta and Gamma worries, and now – Delta.

Originally, it was touted as being more easily transmissible and more dangerous, even for fully inoculated people and especially for children. But the newest articles downplay the danger referring to the variants as scariants. The CDC lists Delta as a Variant of Concern but none of the mutations fall under the Variant of High Consequence category. So breathe easy? But don’t toss the mask.

I can be reached by voice or text at 718-219-2211, or by email at mpearson@riverbayboard.com.

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

New Cooperators – Welcome, all new cooperators.

Summer Fun Day – Today! Co-op City’s Section 2 Summer Fun Day Committee presents: A Good Ole Summer Tyme “Pop Up Picnic” with a Twist! Today from noon - 6 p.m. (Rain date: June 27). This should be a well enjoyed and remembered family fun-filled day.

Prize: Best Decorated Table – First 20 reserved and decorated tables wins a voucher for “Cousin’s Maine Lobster” which will be onsite day of event.

(Cousin’s Maine Lobster free only to voucher winners). Feel free to bring your own food and beverages or purchase meals at Cousin’s. “Contest—Games— Prizes & ICEE cart.”

Music provided by: DJ Sid Nice, plus the multi-talented and internationally known “One Man Band – Crowd Pleaser,” Juan Ortega. It is going to be a family affair not to be missed nor forgotten!

Congratulations –– Congratulations to all 2021 graduates. We wish you the best in your future endeavors.

Cartons: Please take all shipping cartons, boxes, etc., to the basement and place them in the appropriate area.

Just a Few Reminders –– Remember to turn on your car headlights when driving in the garage and please follow all directional signs. Turn your car off, lock it and take your keys with you. Please discard used face masks and gloves in trash receptacles. Please wipe up spills in hallways, elevators and lobby floors. Promptly remove your completed laundry from the washers and dryers.

Please pick up your dryer sheets from the floor because they are very slippery, and refrain from using the carts, benches and tables for dirty laundry.

If You See Something, Say Something –– For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311.

Questions, Comments and Suggestions –– You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook: “Building 10 ABC Association.” Like our page and get notified of all the happenings in and around Building 10.

We would like to wish all who are born in June/July an incredibly happy birthday.

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

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

Have a great week.

––Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021

Bartow

Mon., June 28

Arthritis Exercise class with Damion, every Tues., 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/ j/98281833325?pwd=bERyOXIrZXlENWR4V2RKU0NmdzAwdz09 Meeting ID: 982 8183 3325 Passcode: 582148 Call in: +1-929-205-6099

Fri., July 2

Thurs., July 1

Wed., June 30

No Activities

Tues., June 29

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Einstein

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Body in Motion (exercise class)

Health and Wellness 10 a.m.-11 a.m., via Zoom or phone Zumba with Ola 1 p.m.-2 p.m., via Zoom or phone Bereavement Group, 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of the month 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.

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

Arts with Laura 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom and phone Smartphone/Tablet Class w/ Ralph, 1-2 p.m. Call Main Office, 718-320-2066, to register. Please give your phone # & email address

Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387 “Creative Hour with Sister Grace,” 5:30-6:30 p.m. How to make Floral Arrangements.

Dial-in: 929-205-6099 Meeting code: 915 3777 954. Email Ann for Zoom link, amoncrieffe@jasa.org Smartphone/Tablets Zoom Meeting w/Ralph, 1-2 p.m. https://zoom. us/j/2959552471?pwd=aFl4Y1N5dlpyNy80V3pJN0hUVnVFZz09 To register, please call the JASA office with your name, email address & phone number Meeting ID: 2959552471 Passcode: 259554 Dial in: 1-929-205-6609

Rhythm, Music and Dance, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Zoom call-in #: 1-646-876-9923 Meeting ID: 935-5178-1563 Passcode: 045708 “Zumba w/Ola,” 1-2 p.m. https://zoom. us/j/99231696108, Meeting ID: 992 3169 6108, Passcode: 503637; Call in: 1-929-205-6099 Weight Mgt. Support Group w/Gigi – 2nd Wed. of the month, 1-2 p.m. Conference call: 929-299-1045, Passcode: 1386 Virtual Game Day – Every Wed., 1-2 p.m.,w/Ms. Margaret Kempe and her fellow Pay it Forward Engineers at Scarsdale HS. Different games played each week including Bingo. Please call 718-320-1345 to register and receive Zoom information.

Computer learning w/Ralph, Wed., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. To register, please call the JASA office with your name, email address & phone number https://zoom.us/ Dial in: 929-205-6609, Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040, Passcode: 259554

Health and Wellness 10 a.m.-11 a.m. via Zoom or phone. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387

Meditation w/Charles Tyler Time: 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.

Arthritis Exercise Class w/Damion us/j/94868805136 1-646-876-9923 every Thurs., 1-2 p.m. Zoom meetMeeting ID: 948 6880 5136 ing ID: 986 0021 6442, Passcode: Passcode: 770292 573762

Stretch and Tone w/Ola, 1- 2 p.m. via Zoom or phone. Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387 (NORC) Aerobic Classes every Fri., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. https://zoom.us/ j/98682358691?pwd=dS9ublovZ01mRVVYbEhCYng2SkZHdz09 Meeting ID: 986 8235 8691, Passcode: 849150, Mobile: 929-205-6099

Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler Time: 10-11 a.m.

Zoom: https://zoom.us/, 1-646-876-9923, Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173, Passcode: 855423

11 a.m.-12 p.m. (via Zoom or phone) Must call or email to register: 929-399-1387

Arts with Laura, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. via Zoom and phone

MENU

Dreiser

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

No Activities

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Apple Juice Stuffed Cabbage w/ Beef, Instant Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Carrots, Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit

Vegetable Baked Zita w/Whole Wheat Pasta Italian Blend Vegetables Steamed Broccoli

Orange Juice Baked Breaded Fish Cous Cous Moroccan Vegetables Whole wheat bread Baked Apple

Curried Chicken Legs White Rice Normandy Blend

Apple Juice Yankee Pot Roast Brown Rice Winter Blend Vegetables Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Orange Juice Cheese Blintzes Creamy Spinach Apple Sauce Whole wheat bread

Orange/Pineapple Concerts in Motion, 1-2 p.m.

Juice Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.

Hawaiian Chicken us/j/8290688163 Legs Dial in: 646-558-8656 Sweet Noodle Krugel Meeting ID: 966 1175 1933 Normandy Blend Comedy Club 11 a.m. https://zoom.us/, Challah Bread Meeting ID: 966 1175 1933, Passcode: Fresh fruit 882965, by phone: 1-929-205-6099

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.

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Hamburgers Baked Red Potato wedges Carrots

Chicken Parmesan Pasta Italian Blend Vegetables Spinach and Basil Pesto

Turkey Salad Rotini w/Tomatoes and Black Olives Broccolli and Red Pepper Salad

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

*Menu subject to change without notice.

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

Upcoming Events JASA Co-op City NORC Program invites you for these Upcoming Virtual Activities Staff will be available from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. to answer all Grab-and-Go questions. Bartow, please call 929-399-1394, and Einstein, 929-399-1376.

Every Tues. Yoga classes with Adira Polite – 9:30-10:30 a.m., https://zoom. us/. Dial-in: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 984 0464 7097, Passcode: 952022.

Every Wed. – Arthritis Exercise/Dance Class w/ Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Zoom meeting, https://zoom.us/, Meeting ID: 967 0893 1492, Passcode: 491268, Dial-in number: 1-929-205-6099.

Every Wed. Tai Chi classes w/Adira Polite – 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Zoom: https:// zoom.us/, Dial-in: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 952 6744 7198, Password: 455576.

Meditation Class – GPC (Grandparents), 11 a.m.-12 p.m., 3rd Thurs. of every month, https://bit.ly/35VESDV. Dial-in: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 991 1390 5105, Passcode: 170462.

Digital Photography Class w/Eddie – Thurs., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Learn how to not only take pictures but how to edit, enhance and digital print them by using your handheld devices. Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/, Meeting ID: 948 0295 9309, Passcode: 337875, Dial-in: 929-205-6099.

Fri. Aerobics class with Adira Polite – 11 a.m.-12 p.m. https://zoom.us/;

Dial-in: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 986 8235 8691, Passcode: 849150.

Zumba Classes on Saturdays – 1-2 p.m. Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/, Meeting ID: 929 2810 9097, Passcode: 374977; Dial-in: 929-205-6099.

Bodies in Motion w/Ola – Sun., 1-2 p.m. Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/, Dial-in: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 988 6710 0439, Passcode: 252733.

JASA activities – If interested in knowing, we will email the information to you. Call 718-320-2066 and give us your email address.

Beware of telephone scammers If you receive a telephone call demanding immediate payment using a pre-paid card, wire transfer or bitcoin, even if your Caller ID identifies a legitimate business, HANG UP and report the call. Do not divulge personal information such as Social Security number, bank account number, date of birth or any other information. Be smart, be safe!

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Co-op City Times / June 26, 2021 Director’s Viewpoint –

Rod Saunders

Congratulations & Moving Forward I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Riverbay Board Directors Leah Richardson, Leslie Peterson, Daryl Johnson, and Kevin Lambright on their re-election to the Board, and a special welcome to Anika Green-Watson, who has been elected to her first term to the Board. I had hoped that Akeisha Neely would be successful as well, however, Akeisha was a positive candidate, who campaigned diligently and respectfully.

As you are aware from my previous Director’s viewpoint, I supported Leah Richardson, Leslie Peterson, Daryl Johnson in their re-election, as well as Anika Green-Watson, in her election to the Board.

To the candidates who were not successful, I want to thank you for your participation in this year’s Riverbay Board elections. I know that you have gained a lot more interest and respect for those who have worked hard in getting elected to, and those candidates who remain on, the Board.

I want to thank all of our shareholders who took the time and opportunity to cast their vote in this year’s Riverbay Board of Directors election, and I further believe that the shareholders who participated in this year’s election voted for the candidates who best represent their interests; the candidates who are in line with the vision of other cooperators, who are aligned with their monetary spending beliefs, the policies of the Corporation, and who articulated their knowledge of the facts responsibly.

This year’s Riverbay Board Directors election (A.K.A. our shareholders’ Meeting), which began on May 3rd, once again required an extension of time to reach a shareholder quorum. This has been a reoccurring situation for more than six years now,

Retirees of Dreiser Loop Blessings, Retirees, summer is finally here and I pray you are all well and staying active. Exercise improves your mood and helps you manage or lessen the impact of conditions like diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and depression. Walking, dancing, yoga, Tai Chi are all good, they help increase breathing and promote relaxation. Choose an activity you like to do, not one you have to do. Live, Love and Laugh, it’s like medicine to the soul.

Outings: There is a shopping trip scheduled. Contact Dorothy Byrd if interested. Remember, first come, first served.

Elections: The Retirees is requesting that members who wish to serve as an officer contact Daisy Young, 718-671-6122, or Virginia Stewart, 718-671-4506, to request consent and additional information. Offices are: President, First and Second Vice President, Recording Secretary, Correspondence Secretary, Treasurer, and Financial Secretary.

Excelsior Pass: For all who took the Johnson and Johnson vaccine, you should apply for the Excelsior Pass. It’s simple; download the NY wallet app and then apply. You will then have proof of vaccination in your phone at all times.

Good and welfare: Josephine Flowers is available to receive any info. you may have on any member.

Come back: Mamaroneck Fire Department Carnival and fireworks is back on July 4; Rain date: July 5 at the Harbour Island Park.

Dues: Annual dues remain at $20/year. Contact Joanne Harris.

Break-Out: There will be no meetings for July and August.

Encouragement: “Beloved, pray always, with sincerity and faith in God. He listens and is able to meet the desires of our hearts. He always wants to hear from us. Remember, Child of God, you cost Christ too much for Him to forget you.” –C.H. Spurgeon ––Gladys Baez

and in all the years prior to 2015, not reaching a quorum in one day was unimaginable.

I believe that our Riverbay Board elections will involve more shareholders when the Board decides that it is in everyone’s best interest to hold more open public meetings. Open public Board meetings gives cooperators the opportunity to express their concerns or opinions on a myriad of issues. Having Board members and Management available to the public translates into our being more transparent to cooperators when we are openly accessible to them.

The task of the Board of Director’s Election Committee is a tedious one and I will be one of the first to admit that I would not for one moment consider volunteering to chair or co-chair the Riverbay Board Election Committee. Having said that, we need to consider amending the Riverbay Corp. By-Laws & Election Rules to specifically address what is appropriate campaigning and what is absolutely not allowed. There should be no ambiguity there. As we have in the past, it is my opinion that the Board needs to take a look at leveling the playing field for all participants who are candidates for the Riverbay Board of Directors. The Board, as a whole, needs to re-evaluate certain aspects of the process in which we hold Riverbay Board elections.

So that I’m clear, I am not authoring accusatory comment here, but more of my opinion that with the introduction of more “new” methods of electioneering, and the potential role of Election Committees, that the Board should consider to resolve that some changes in the rules either need to be expanded, or that the existing spirit of the rules need to be enforced.

Congratulations to our newly elected officers – Board President Bernie Cylich, and our new First Vice President Sonia Feliciano, our Second V.P. Michelle Marbury, Treasurer Claudia Sampson, and Secretary Leah Richardson. Kevin Lambright was re-elected to the position of assistant treasurer, and pending review, Francine Reva Jones was voted in as the Board’s assistant secretary. The next step will be for Board members to request committees to chair.

Linda Berk – Immediate Past President of the Riverbay Board of Directors It’s often said (and well proven) that one should

never mix politics with religion. The same can be said of personal friendships and politics – there may come a time where they shouldn’t be mixed. From the time that I initially ran, and was successful in getting onto the Board, Linda Berk has been a friend.

Being the President of Co-op City’s Riverbay Corp. is no easy task. Being the spokesperson for the Board, our shareholders, being responsible for a quarter billion-dollar corporation, and living your own personal life is, at best, challenging. As President of the Riverbay Board, Linda was excellent at setting the tone of our meetings, and was particularly eloquent when speaking on behalf of the Corporation. When not specifically involved with the subject matter at hand, Linda still had the ability to present her dynamic to the introduction of those who did.

She is responsible for bringing a Board Directors training program that is really excellent.

From our Board Directors’ perspective (the politics of Directorships), I would opine that our main objectives for ensuring Co-op City’s quality of life views ran parallel, but not always on the same track.

Sometimes, it goes farther than it should, but that’s what happens in politics. Therefore, it is to my “friend” Linda Berk that I thank you for your service to our community, and I hope that you continue to be well, stay safe, and enjoy life away from Room 26A. The Metro-North Station Comments Although it has been written several times, I cannot stress how important it is that as many cooperators as possible weigh-in with your comments about the proposed new Metro-North train station coming to Co-op City’s Section 5. While it appears that too few care about Co-op City’s impending traffic nightmare which we cannot escape, we can still, however, advocate for the MTA to provide parking for commuters, and for NYC’s Dept. of Traffic to limit parking in the area to residents of the community. Here’s the website for the presentation and your comments: https://pennstationaccess.info/public-meetings Thank you for reading my viewpoint; I can be reached at: rsaunders@riverbayboard.com.

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African-American Association

General Meeting Time! All AAACC members…Today at 3 p.m., efforts and gracious service of Mrs. Virginia Stewart, president of we will hold our general meeting and hold elections before we close the Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Orgafor the summer. Members only will be admitted. nizations of Co-op City, Inc. Meeting ID and Passcode have been emailed to all members.

We hope you will join us for our next event as a member. This is If you would like to become a member to gain access, please see your invitation to join us. Be the vision you want your people, your the contact information below to request admission credentials. children, your world to see. Membership is only $15.00/year for a Juneteenth Celebration Re-cap! Coalition of African-American single membership and $25.00/year for your household. Email: aaacChurches & Community Organizations of Co-op City of which the cpower@gmail.com or call: 929-430-3255. The African American AAACC is a member had its Juneteenth Celebration last Saturday.

Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, The theme was “In the spirit of Truth” and there was a riveting live NY 10475. Kindly send a check or money order only. performance called “In the Spirit of ‘Ms. Truth’.” Reverend Imani The African-American Association sponsors the following (Carole Parker) literally channeled the spirit of Sister Sojourner Truth. programs: Congressman She was accompanied by songstress Debbie Carter who tours the Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson – Contact: Xonia, 646Jamaal Bowman globe as a solo artist and with groups like the Brooklyn Interdenom301-9438 inational Ensemble. We were also visited by Congressman Jamaal Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon – Contact: Bowman who addressed the Coalition on this momentous occasion. The ConCynthia, 917-903-7073 gressman shared his experience being at the White House when the bill was Salsa Class with Keith Witherspoon – Contact: Keith, 917-561-6211 signed into law by President Biden, making Juneteenth a national holiday at the Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena Sharpe-Hicks – Contact: Meena at federal level. He reminded us that we must work together to fight for justice, 917-863-1507 equality and empowerment of our community.

Each one of us divided by all of us equals a force for good.

The African American Association of Co-op City recognizes the painstaking ––Michelle Marbury

American Legion Post 1871

Monthly General Meeting American Legion Post 1871 held its last general meeting for this fiscal year on Saturday, 19th June, 2021 and will be on recess for the next two months before coming back in September. However, during the recess months, we have both the Department Convention, which will be held virtually this year on Jul. 29-31, and the National Convention in Phoenix, AR through Aug. 27-Sept.

2nd. The event this year are both restricted due to the pandemic and CDC advice. The links to join both conventions will be made available as soon as we have them. During these meetings, new executive board is set up.

In his outgoing speech, Commander Toba thanked the Legionnaires who stood by him throughout the season of COVID-19 for all they were able to achieve together as an organization. He was full of admiration and appreciation to members of his board who served the organization diligently beyond the call of duty. This includes, but not limited to, Vice Commander Thomas who was always willing to take any assigned role; Adjutant Codrington whose wizardry in technology was a big boost for the Post operations remotely; Service Officer Davis who was instrumental in representing the Post across the city vaccinating individuals in the community, and Public Relations Officer Harrison who was the brain behind making sure that no Legionnaire was left behind, by championing the buddy task force.

Another set of Legionnaires that Commander Toba mentioned in his speech were the comrades who spent and overspent to make sure that the Post continues to operate. These Legionnaires issued checks that were able to keep the Post running. They include Joan Davis, Juice Richardson, Llewelyn Waterman and Otis Simmons. Commander Toba also thanked the American Legion Auxiliary members for their support in making sure that the food giveaway programs embarked upon by the American Legion this year was successful.

It was after the appreciation messages that he indicated his interest to lead the organization out of the pandemic. Thus, he was overwhelmingly recommended to continue for another one year.

New Executive Board The slate of the new board to run the organization for another one year was certified during the June 19th general meeting. The following comrades were formally ratified with their respective portfolios: Adeyemi LaCrown Oloruntoba (Toba) – Commander Norman Thomas – Vice Commander Antonio Codrington – Adjutant Mark Sheer – Finance Officer Joan Davis – Service Officer

Renee ‘Juice’ Richardson – Chaplain Ezekiel Rodriguez – Sgt.–at-Arms Julius Harrison – Public Relations County Convention This year’s county convention was held on Friday, June 05, at the Samuel Young Post 620. Delegates from different Posts attended including Commander Toba, Past Commander Thomas, Past Commander Robert Feliciano, Adjutant Codrington, and Joan Davis, representing Post 1871. Election of officers for another year was conducted while Past County Commander Pete Del Debbio became the County Adjutant and a new commander emerged. Mike Ramirez was elected the County Commander. Commander Toba who spent years overseeing the County Oratorical Speech Contest decided to step down this year.

––Adeyemi LaCrown Oloruntoba

Newsong Church Welcome to Newsong! We’re a life-giving church right here in Co-op City!

We want to take a moment to introduce ourselves to you. Over the next couple of weeks, we’ll be sharing some of our core values so that you will know and understand what we’re all about. It’s our prayer that if you’re not part of a faith community, you will want to join ours!

At Newsong, we exist to love God, love others and serve our community, and we love doing it together! Following Jesus is a life-long journey, and we’re all at different places in our faith walk. We have four core values that help us take our next step on the journey.

Our Core Values: Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, Make A Difference Let’s take a closer look at our first step…

Know God At Newsong, we consider reaching people who do not know God personally to be one of our greatest responsibilities. Our Sunday Worship experiences are for people of all ages in life, and at all stages in their spiritual journey. Every Sunday, we focus on four values…

Celebration – We believe that church should be enjoyable. “I was glad when they said to me, ‘Let us go into the house of the Lord.” –Psalm 122:1 (NKJV) Inspiration – We believe church should be a place where people can experience God’s presence. “But…when some unbelievers or ordinary people come in…they will bow down and worship God, confessing, ‘Truly God is here among you!” –1 Corinthians 14:24-25 (GNT) Preparation – We believe church should be a place where people learn how the Bible applies to their daily lives. “So Christ Himself gave the apostles, the prophets, the evangelists, the pastors and teachers, to equip His people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.” –Ephesians 4:1112 (NIV) Salvation – We believe church should be a place where people can accept Jesus as their Lord and Savior. “Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.’ But how can they call on Him to save them unless they believe in Him? And how can they believe in Him if they have never heard about Him? And how can they hear about Him unless someone tells them?” –Romans 10:13-14 (NLT) When we focus on these four values, we get to know God in a deep and personal way! So no matter where you are on your spiritual journey…No matter what you’ve been through or where you come from, you are welcome here!

Join us tomorrow for our Sunday worship experience and see why God’s family is no ordinary family!

Newsong Church meets Sunday mornings at 11 a.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, auditorium 45.

Discounted parking is available in the parking garage on Einstein Loop.

To pre-register for Sunday’s service, or for more information about Newsong Church, go to our website, www.newsongchurchnyc.org, or call our church office, 718-708-8385.

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Director’s Viewpoint – Anika

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Hello and Thank You Greetings, neighbors! With the Riverbay Board election behind us, I write to you for the first time as a newly elected Board Director. Thank you to everyone who voted in this year’s election. In a time when many are experiencing virtual meeting fatigue, we were able to successfully hold an election leveraging only virtual means of contact between candidates. A special note of gratitude to everyone who supported the Stronger Together team this year.

As a first time entrant for candidacy to the Board, I am grateful to fellow Directors who provided valuable support and extended a hand throughout my journey. I’m honored to be serving alongside you all and I look forward to working together on a go-forward basis. To Rod Saunders, thank you for your endorsement of my team and for being a shining example of what it means to be a Director. You have a keen sense on community priorities and I can’t wait to work with you. To Mary Pearson, thank you for your common sense approach to leadership. It’s icing on the cake that you and I align on our commitment to living cooperatively. To Leslie Peterson, from the moment I met you, you have been a community beacon. You possess a wealth of information that you are happy to impart on anyone willing to learn and, as a direct beneficiary, I speak on behalf of countless others when I say thank you for all you do for our community. To Leah Richardson, I felt like such a newcomer when I met you years ago as you chaired the Community Relations committee. You are an en-

ergetic leader and I have learned so much from you already. To Daryl Johnson, I appreciate your incredibly gracious support of the Stronger Together team as a fellow candidate. Anyone who has spent even 10 minutes in your presence knows that you truly operate independently as a Director and you prioritize the interests of the shareholders.

In addition to support from current Board Directors, the Stronger Together team also enjoyed the benefit of support from former Board Directors and community leaders. Shirley J. Saunders and the Co-op City Democratic Club, thank you for the support and for believing in the Stronger Together team. Reverend Dr. Deborah Jenkins, you are such a community force and I’m grateful for your support and to have crossed paths with you. Leah Graham, I’m extremely appreciative to have had your support this election cycle. Helen Atkins, you endorsed our team very early on and I extend my heartfelt gratitude to you.

As a last note of appreciation, but definitely not least, thank you to Stronger Together candidate Akeisha Neely for your enthusiastic service to the community and your willingness to do whatever it takes to support the greater good.

Getting to know me – There will be quite a bit more time to get to know me a little better, but as the new person to the Board it might help to know that I intend to hit the ground running. I fancy myself a “numbers person,” but data analysis is an art form and falls flat if overused/misused.

Election – We met a quorum only after extend-

ing the election for two weeks and then even still, roughly 18.7% of returned ballots were unfilled (i.e., out of a total of 25,940 potential votes – which represents 5 votes for each of the 5,188 people who voted – only 21,083 votes were cast, which you’ll arrive at if you add up the total number of votes per candidate). As I mentioned in the third candidates' forum, I believe reduced engagement costs our community so much in both tangible and intangible ways. On the campaign trail, I heard more times than I care to count that some people don’t vote because “nothing will change.” Nothing changes overnight, but I am a strong believer that if we can engage a larger portion of our residents, we can really see a huge benefit. We are a cooperative which means we go further when everyone cooperates!

First Board Meeting – I hope you all had a chance to watch the June 16th Board Meeting which was televised on MATV. I received almost immediate feedback for which I’m immensely grateful. As I mentioned in my oath, I promise to work with other members of the Board to develop and oversee policy for the good of the entire Co-op City community.

All Board members took this oath when elected to office and you should hold us accountable.

How to reach me – If you are reading this on Saturday, weather permitting, I will be taking in some sun at the Section 2 Summer Fun Day and listening to the sounds of DJ Sid Nice and the internationally known “One Man Band,” Juan Ortega. If you are unable to attend, you can also reach me at awatson@riverbayboard.com.

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Black Forum guests living in Section 5 should visit Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. It is only a distribution point. Guests do not have to be affiliated with a church or religion to pick up food at this location.

Registration is open at this location for Section 5 residents.

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Building 25 Association Neighbors, as we all know, work has begun on façades and terraces of our building in order to be compliant with Local Law 10, which was passed in 1980 as an amendment to the city’s building code after a young college student was struck and killed by a falling piece of brick on the Upper West Side in Manhattan. This was the city’s first ordinance that addressed and prevented safety risks caused by the deterioration of building facades.

Local Law 11 was passed in 1998 as an update and expansion to Local Law 10. Local Law 11 set much stricter requirements as to what needs to be inspected and the rigorousness of the inspections. The Facade Inspection & Safety Program (FISP, also known as Local Law 11) is a set of regulations addressing the conditions of city buildings, their exterior walls and their appurtenances (real property). Local Law 11 is designed to prevent any future injuries or deaths from pieces of building facade falling onto city streets. Under the law, building owners of property higher than six stories must hire a professional to inspect the facade every five years. If you want to avoid the noisy drilling before the workers reach your floor, consider planning a day or two outside between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.

We wish all neighbors born in June a happy birthday and for those of you who are under the weather, we hope you get better soon.

Latest update on our building association room meetings, Riverbay has given permission to resume meeting in our association room. With that being said, our next regular scheduled association room meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 21, at 7:30 p.m., so look out for posted notices near elevators should there be any changes. Remember, residents of Building 25 can always address any comments or concerns by logging onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com. If anyone has problems accessing the building email address, please let us know.

Closing with the following: “If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door.”

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m. This change was made at the request of some of our members.

The requirement for wearing a mask and social distancing will be strictly enforced during all synagogue services.

General Information The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of 27B. It is on the ground floor of Building 27B, it is handicap accessible, no steps. Phone #: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message.

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

The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue.

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services.

Please come by 10 a.m., so we can take out the Torah.

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

Sabbath ends on Saturday, June 26, at 9:23 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, July 2, at 8:10 p.m.

Good and Welfare We sell tree certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree, and if you want to buy a tree, call (347) 449-5005. Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you are ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To All members Happy birthday all members who will celebrate their birthday in June. For all those members celebrating their birthday/anniversary in June, please send me your names and I will add them to the list.

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

––Bruce Gitelson

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. using the following Zoom information: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102, or Zoom Telephone Conference Line, (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#.

Children’s Day will be celebrated tomorrow, Sunday, June 27, at the 11:00 a.m. service. Please join us for this celebratory service as we support our children and youth.

Wednesday Bible Study is held at 1:00 p.m. You can join us by Zoom Video, https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102, or Zoom Telephone Conference Line, (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#.

Thursday Prayer Warriors is on hiatus for the summer and will resume in September.

Friday Prayer held at 10:00 a.m. will continue through the summer. You can join using the Free Conference Call.com line: 563-999-2090, PIN #: 660065.

Friday Evening Prayer is on hiatus for the summer and will resume in September.

Adult Sunday School is held at 9:00 a.m. and will continue in July and August using the Free Conference Call line shown above.

Sunday School for children and youth is on hiatus and will resume in September.

COVID-19 vaccination is available for those 12 and older. If you are a Montefiore patient, you can schedule an appointment at www.montefiore.org. Montefiore also has a Covid-19 Hotline, which can be reached at 844-444-2819. An appointment is not necessary at the Dreiser Community Center.

Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Continue to wear your masks, practice social distancing and stay safe!!!!

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

––Hattie L. Lucas

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Pentecostal Tabernacle All Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle services are held online until further notice. Call in #720-740-9746, access code: 8876631.

Sunday morning service begins at 11 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held from 11a.m.-12:30 p.m. Regular prayer meeting and Bible Study also held every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Fridays: Worship service and Bible study begins at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: The power of the incorruptible Word of God will lead souls to a new experience and the eternal life.

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you. Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last times.” (1 Peter 1: 3-5) “For as much as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers. But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot, who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you. Who by him do believe in God, that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory, that your faith and hope might be in God. Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently.” (1Peter 1: 18-22) “A new commandment I give unto you that ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have loved one to another.” (John 13:34-35) In St. John, chapter 13, Jesus speaks of love while experiencing betrayal which would lead him to the cross, where he suffers pain and insult from the ones he loved the most. Abandonment from his close disciples while his enemies closing in on him yet he was teaching them love and forgiveness.

One great example is 1 John 3:16, “Hereby perceive we the love of God because he laid down His life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.”

“Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God. Therefore, the world knoweth us not, because it knoweth him not. Beloved, now we are the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that, when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. And everyone man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself even as he pure.” (1 John 3 1-3) ––Rev. R Sibblies

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Distribution of unsolicited advertisements in Co-op City

WHISTLEBLOWER ANONYMOUS HOTLINE

Co-op City is private property and therefore prohibits distribution of unsolicited advertising material to shareholders’ homes and/ or property, including cars parked in the development’s eight garages.

If you witness anyone depositing or distributing advertising material on Coop City’s property, please call Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Be prepared to give the location and description of the person(s) leaving the material.

All unwanted, unsolicited advertising material should be disposed of properly and not thrown on the ground causing litter.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymous hotline by the following methods: Go to an independent website, www.lighthouse-services/riverbaycorp, to complete an online disclosure form; Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Send an e-mail to: reports@lighthouse-services.com (the email must include “Riverbay” in the subject); or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

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tions when driving. Texting or speaking on a cell phone greatly increases your chance of being involved in a motor vehicle accident. If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, be sure to designate a driver who will not drink or call an Uber or car service. Always remember, if you see something, say something.

Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Do not forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Maintain social distancing and follow the current recommendations from New York City Board of Health and the CDC. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. Avoid getting into confrontations with neighbors regarding the wearing of masks or vaccination status. Be responsible for yourself, your family and your guests.

Although Covid-19 rates are decreasing throughout the city and state, it is still important to take steps to keep yourself and your family safe. Our actions in the coming weeks and months will determine the future impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the world. Taking precautions now will decrease the lasting effects of the pandemic. Getting a vaccination or wearing a mask is a good idea if your doctor recommends it.

New York State and the CDC announced changes to the mask wearing mandates. Unvaccinated persons may still be required to wear masks in some situations, especially indoors and crowded areas. Check the NYS Health website and the CDC website for the latest updates. Contact your doctor and see if a Covid-19 vaccination is right for you. When in doubt, wear a mask especially indoors when social distancing is not possible. Do not forget about hand washing, the use of hand sanitizer and not touching your face. Good health practices are always good at preventing illness of all types. Be a good cooperator and be Co-op City Strong.

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

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