Co-op City Times 07/11/15

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Vol. 50 No. 27

Saturday, July 11, 2015

Reorganized Riverbay management team adds new Director of Procurement Riverbay Corp. has completed the next step in the ongoing reorganization of the company by appointing Jose Mendez, a highly-experienced purchasing and facilities executive, to the newly-created position of Director of Procurement.

Mendez is the latest move in the restructuring of Riverbay, bringing years of experience to oversee the

BY JIM ROBERTS

existing professional staff involved in purchasing, procurement and inventory control.

“We needed a strong individual in a managerial capacity to provide some clear thought and overall direction in how we handle our purchasing and contracting with outside vendors,” said Interim General Manager Noel Ellison.

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Interim General Managers Noel Ellison (left) and Peter Merola (right) welcome Jose Mendez to the Riverbay management team in his role as Director of Procurement, a newly-created position. Mendez brings over 20 years of corporate and public sector experience to Co-op City.

Photo by Jim Roberts

NYPD, Public Safety seeking the owner of a vehicle from which shots were fired last Saturday morning, striking one Public Safety and the NYPD are asking for the community’s help in locating the owner of a vehicle captured by surveillance cameras moments after one of its occupants allegedly fired shots at a young man walking near Building 28 early on

BY BILL STUTTIG

the morning of July 4th, striking him once in the ankle.

According to information released by the NYPD’s Public Information office, the incident occurred shortly after 1 a.m. on July 4th as the victim

Making our case

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Dear fellow share- President’s Message be performing as holders: our property manIn June, 2014, agers. In addition, the Riverbay Board and equally as imPresident of Directors took portant, we asked the initiative to start the to meet and hear from Competitive Bidding Prostaff each company incess for a Managing Agent tended to place onsite. after it became fairly obviAfter 2 to 3 hours of interviewing the limited onsite ous upon review of the staff they each provided, Balance Sheet and Income and after our internal Statement that the apdeliberations, the Riverproved Managing Agent bay Board could not in had compiled a history of good faith recommend poor performance, includany of the companies. Not only did ing misconfiguring the design and we find the candidates to be grossly build of our $85 million Power Plant unprepared and, in some cases, unrefacility. sponsive, but the level of onsite These and many other revelations staffing being provided simply did set forth an exhaustive process starting with the formation of an Ad Hoc not meet the standards required to Committee for new management complement the professionals we which dedicated hundreds of hours already have working at Co-op City and those areas we have identified preparing, documenting and interfor change within the corporation to viewing prospective candidates. maximize efficient delivery of servSimultaneously, these same Board ices to shareholders in the most cost Directors and Riverbay’s General effective manner. In addition, I Counsel spent a great deal of time believe no bidder had adequate expeinvestigating, deliberating and cleanrience managing a comparably sized ing up the mess left behind by our susMitchell-Lama development with the pended Managing Agent. scope and complexities needed for The Interviews Co-op City.

Three companies were recomThe first company, Winn WB mended by the Ad Hoc Committee at LLC, showed up to the interview the end of the leveling process, and with no onsite managing staff. They during the second round of interbluntly told us, “Give us the contract views which, this time, included the first, then we will go out and hire the full Board of Directors, the 3 candidates were asked very specific ques(Continued on page 4) tions relative to the work they would

Cleve Taylor

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Riverbay Board President appoints chairpersons of Board Committees for 2015-2016 Riverbay Board President Cleve Taylor appointed the chairs and cochairs of the 2015-2016 Board committees at the July 8th meeting of the Riverbay Board of Directors.

Prior to this annual process, each Director is generally invited to submit which committee(s) they would like to be considered for to the Board President.

Based on the responses received, the

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Board President is then challenged to match the best suited Directors with their respective requests for committees which, in the end, will serve the best interests of the Riverbay Corporation and the community at large.

Riverbay Board Committees are made up of Board Directors and shareholders, and meet during the year to (Continued on page 24)

Bursting with Pride... Brilliant

fireworks lit up the night sky above Co-op City last Friday evening while an estimated 7,000 residents filled up the greenway below to watch the community’s annual display celebrating the anniversary of our nation’s Declaration of Independence.

Photos by Elijah Bernard

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Mendez

“Jose’s task is to help ensure that we are getting the best bang for our buck and help in the continuing effort to reduce change orders.”

Mendez’s experience in both the top levels of corporate operations and purchasing work in the public sector made him the right person for the new position at Riverbay.

“Jose has the background that fits the culture of Co-op City,” Ellison continued. “We are more than a residential development and a little less than a municipality, so there needs to be a balance between those two disciplines. His corporate experience with Bloomberg and IBM is as top-level corporate as you can find and his work with the Port Authority gives him a strong background in the public sector.

“We believe this is the type of manager we are looking for in the overall scheme of things as we continue to reorganize Riverbay,” Ellison said.

Last month, Warren Mitchell was named Riverbay Assistant General Manager in charge of Sales, Commercial Leasing and Marketing, a new position created to include oversight of all Riverbay departments involving the leasing of space to shareholders or the general public.

Mitchell, a licensed real estate broker, will work in close coordination

Shots fired

was walking on the shopping mall side of Einstein Loop in the vicinity of Building 28. According to the NYPD, he was suddenly shot at by an occupant of a white two-door coupe with a sunroof. The victim was struck on the right ankle and later rushed to Jacobi Medical Center by New York City EMS where he was treated for his wound and then released.

This past week, the NYPD released photos of the vehicle from which they believed the shots originated (see

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with Riverbay’s Sales Director, Sheena McNeil, and Commercial Leasing Director, Kim Umstead, to coordinate all of Riverbay’s leasing and sales operations in one clearly defined direction.

Identifying underutilized talents of existing staff members and determining where to bring in outside professionals to join Riverbay will continue as part of the ongoing reorganization efforts at Riverbay, according to Ellison.

“People have been used to the way that Riverbay does business for the last period of years,” Ellison said.

“One of the concerns that has been expressed is our ability to change with the times and bring Riverbay into the 21st century and draw on state-of-the-art management techniques and technology.

“We understood those concerns and have quietly worked to bring change to our operations, but this is fine-tuned surgery and not a matter of amputation. We’re training the corporate body to handle the demands of the 21st century,” Ellison said.

Mendez brings more than 20 years of purchasing, sourcing and contract preparation, facilities management and management of capital projects to his new role as Riverbay’s Director of Procurement. A Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Mendez worked in

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above) and are asking anyone in the community who might recognize the vehicle or know its owner to contact the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline (800577-TIPS) or website (www.crimestoppers.com), or text in their tips to 274637(CRIMES) then enter TIP577.

Tips can also be called into Public Safety investigators by calling 718-6713050 or by logging on to www.ccpd.us.

The identity of all tipsters calling or writing in to either agency will be kept anonymous.

Parking Advisory Notice

Please be advised that specific sections of Garage #1 will be under construction and closed as of Monday, July 13th.

The locations are as follows:

The entire roof will be closed The entire 6th floor will be closed The 6th floor down ramp will be a dead end The 5th floor up ramp will be a dead end Please ensure that your vehicle has been removed from the above mentioned location no later than 7 a.m., Monday, July 13th. If not, your vehicle may be towed at your expense.

We ask that you please drive slowly, cautiously and adhere to the posted traffic signage.

We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you in advance for your cooperation.

major corporate environments, including Bloomberg L.P., IBM, Honeywell and AT&T. He also has experience in the public sector, including four years in purchasing at the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey where he helped standardize specifications for computer systems, bought medicine, handguns for the police force, and a wide range of materials for the airports, bridges and tunnels, including lighting and electrical equipment.

“I see my role here as procurement director as concentrating on reviewing the processes, performance of staff and reporting back to Peter [Merola] and Noel,” Mendez said. “I’ll be looking from the top down at high-end expenditures and at low expenditures to find efficient and effective ways to save the company money.”

As a part of the reorganized new management staff at Riverbay, Mendez will play a significant role in helping the company upgrade operations throughout the entire company.

“I’m looking forward to help take the organization from the present state to the next level with my colleagues in the various departments, including taking a lot of the manual processes and converting them to automated systems with new IT

implementations so we can maximize our investment,” he said.

Mendez grew up in Paterson, N.J. where he played varsity basketball in high school starting in his sophomore year. His basketball talent earned him a chance to play professionally, but he chose to stay home and help his family instead.

“I had an offer to play professional basketball in Puerto Rico and had to decide whether I wanted to leave my folks by themselves running a restaurant in a drug-infested neighborhood and leave for my glory or do I stay and look out for the family,” Mendez said. “They said you should go, you’ll never get an opportunity like this again, but I stayed with them.”

Mendez also knows first-hand what it’s like to be a property manager. He ran his own siding business and he and his family have rented out apartments in the 20 to 30 houses they’ve owned over the years.

A dedicated salsa dancer, Mendez and his wife have two daughters, age 15 and 10. He’s looking forward to his new challenge here in Co-op City.

“I’m glad to be here, I’m ecstatic,” said Mendez. “I feel I have a lot to offer and I want to help make everyone’s life in this community a little bit easier and get a better bite for their buck.”

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Combing Co-op City

Latin Soul Plus to headline next Tunes on Tuesdays

The Riverbay Fund’s summer concert series Tunes on Tuesdays continue this Tuesday, July 14, with Latin Soul Plus on the Section 1 Greenway. Show time is 7-8:30 p.m. Bring your chairs and join the party. In case of rain, the performance will move indoors to Auditorium B in the Dreiser Center.

Groundstone will liven up Wicked Wednesdays

This week’s Wicked Wednesdays will feature Groundstone when they take to the stage on the Section 5 Greenway, 7-8:30 p.m.

In case of rain, the concert will be staged in Room 45 of the Einstein Center.

Splash days are BACK!!!!

Splash & Slide will begin on Thursday, July 16 on the Section 1 Greenway, and on Thursday, July 23 on the Section 5 Greenway, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Put on your swimsuits and come beat the heat.

Tunes on Tuesdays, Wicked Wednesdays and Splash & Slide are sponsored by the Riverbay Fund with funds generated from the recycling clothing bins at the garages, so please keep your donations coming!

Community Flea Market

A Community Flea Market for Co-op City residents ONLY has been scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 25, from 12-6 p.m. on the Section 1 Greenway. Spaces will be sold on July 25 ONLY. There is no pre-pay; one space per household, and spaces will not be preassigned. The cost is $25 for vendors, and $50 for food vendors. You must have ID with your Co-op City address to purchase a space. For information, please call (718) 3203300, Ext. 3532 to reserve your spot.

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FRONT PA G E

Farmer’s Market for Co-op City is open for the season each Wednesday in Aldrich Street park

coupons to be specifically used at Market operating in the Bronx and elseFresh fruits, vegetables and baked Farmer’s Markets. Other programs where, said that the idea of her market goods from the Pennsylvania based accepted at the Co-op City market coming to Co-op City actually began farm of Hostetler Produce went on sale include Senior FMNP coupons, Health because of the need she saw eight years this Wednesday at Aldrich Street Park Bucks and SNAP. ago. adjacent to the Co-op City fire house.

Jamar Campbell represents Harvest “Fresh fruits and vegetable are needed everywhere,” Owens said, “and from The farmer’s market, operated Home at the Co-op City location each what I understand, the supply in Co-op through Harvest Home, a non-profit Wednesday assisting residents to get City is lacking and the density of the operating several farmer’s markets the most from the purchase as they can. through the Bronx, Brooklyn, He said that residents who Manhattan and Queens, will are eligible for WIC need only to swipe their cards to bring fresh produce for sale, receive tokens that can be most of it harvested the previused for purchases at the ous day, to Co-op City from 8 Farmer’s Market. Each a.m. to 4 p.m. each Wednesday through November 25th. token is worth a dollar. “It The weekly Farmer’s is just like additional Market in Co-op City is one of money for people who 18 operated city-wide by need help,” Campbell said.

Harvest Home Farmer’s “This is my first time Market. The Bronx alone has here and I am very excited,” ten markets operating this said Section 5 resident summer. There is also another Gustava Perry. “It is a good market operated weekly in thing for the community Mount Vernon. This is the because it gives you a eighth consecutive season for chance to get up in the mornthe Co-op City Farmer’s Women from Hostetler’s Produce in Pennsylvania sell the fruits and ing early and get the best Market. vegetables of their labor this past Wednesday, the first of the vegetables and fruits that The market changed loca- weekly farmer’s markets offered here each Wednesday through you can. Fruits and vegetaPhoto by Bill Stuttig bles are the best thing for tions four years ago from the November. population here definitely calls for it.” you.”

Greenway to Aldrich Street Park at “I love it,” said Building 15 resident Sharon Joseph of Montefiore Medical Asch Loop to improve visibility and the Cheryl Jones who was shopping the Center’s Office of Community Popumove proved successful as hundreds of residents visit the market on a weekly morning the market first opened for the lations was on hand on Wednesday to basis to get produce fresher than what is season. “I happen to like their fruits and oversee patients buying at the market to available at local supermarkets. they make very good pastries and havget their healthy foods. “We encourage Maritsa Owens, the operator of ing fresh vegetables that I am not payour patients to aim for healthy lifestyles, ing a fortune for is very helpful.”

Harvest Home Farmer’s Market, the Owens said that WIC provides only African-American-owned Farmer’s (Continued on page 22)

BY BILL STUTTIG

Remembering a dear friend, Rev. Lillie Mae Robinson

BY YOLANDA CANALES SCHUMANN

It takes a special kind of person to care enough to take the time for others.

And it takes that kind of person who in all sincerity knows that giving can make living a pleasure and that thoughtfulness is the best measure of a person. You, Mrs. Robinson, brought a kind of joy to every day with your very special way of being you. This was where Mrs. Robinson and I started our “little sister, big sister” relationship within the District, as well as a longtime friendship.

Mrs. Robinson retired as a teacher some 25 years ago from P.S. 178 at Education Park in Co-op City. I left for maternity leave to join this wonderful and brilliant kindergarten teacher, who by the way, taught two of my children.

I recall vividly parents advocating entrance into Mrs. Robinson’s classroom for their precious little ones.

She always stood out and stood tall toward her convictions. Both in the 80’s

and 90’s, we were very involved with the District 11 School Board and the powerful United Federation of Teachers (UFT).

Her dedication to all teachers was evident Lillie Mae Guest Robinson

by the way other teachers respected her comments and suggestions. In 1988, Mrs. Robinson won the “Teacher of the Year Award” for her unique teaching style and was the most sought-after teacher in the District. Mrs. Robinson hit center page in the New York Times for her cultural events in her classroom. She was featured many times over by our inhouse newspaper, the Co-op City Times, as well as the City News, for her unique ways of celebrating all cultures. She also brought her class to perform at other School Assemblies within the District, as well as performing in Senior Homes and Community Centers. After her retirement, Mrs. Robinson continued to teach other students of different grades at Education Park.

A politician at heart, Mrs. Robinson was a person who was active in party politics, political principles and she (Continued on page 22)

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President’s report

people.” Prior to the interview, we had conducted a detailed site visit to Winn WB’s premier Mitchell-Lama cooperative, Concourse Village in the Bronx, N.Y. and we were not impressed with the curb appeal of the property, or the complaints we received from the property’s shareholders of poor maintenance and janitorial services.

In my opinion, WB lacked onsite demonstrable property skills and personnel to manage Co-op City. We were later advised that Winn WB LLC was attempting to poach employees away from their jobs to try again for the Riverbay contract. It is my opinion that the poaching of employees by a professional management company is not a good way to start a relationship.

The second candidate, First Service Residential, Inc., brought 2 people to the interview and as far as I am concerned, they were the wrong people for our business model, i.e. an Asset Manager and an Engineer with no Power Plant experience, yet he stated he would oversee the complexities of our 40 megawatt co-generation facility, not a credible claim since he had no experience in the design and build of power plants, the transmission of electricity, the purchase of high volume natural gas and fuel oil on the futures markets. In addition, the Asset Manager did not impress me during the interview and seemingly would be dependent on the people in downtown Manhattan to make decisions for him.

Conceptually, I did not get the impression that First Service came to the meeting with a clear understanding of the economies of scale inherent to a large operation with 1,065 employees and a $75,000,000 payroll. Co-op City primarily needs residential property management. The regulatory nature of the property under Mitchell-Lama legislation and our Limited Dividend corporation tax filing makes asset management a secondary function handled by our Finance Department.

Their business model called for outsourcing to subcontractors many of the key services, repairs and maintenance needed at Co-op City. Riverbay history has proven that in many key areas, our scale allows us to do the work in-house at significant savings to the cooperators. They claim their “offsite personnel” would be working a percentage of time for us in their offices in downtown Manhattan. However, when I interviewed their “off-site” Construction Manager, who said he would oversee all of our capital projects, he was not a licensed Professional Engineer and did not even have an OSHA 30 hour safety training certificate. The “off-site” First Service Manager who would be responsible for NYS Mitchell-Lama properties, was not, in my opinion, adequately experienced.

I have major concerns with the outsource model and property managers who ask for $1.6M. Also, it is my opinion that the concept of offsite management would not work for this large of a structural and residential development.

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The Riverbay Board of Directors is responsible for the supervision of Management, and would have to spend an inordinate amount of time and resources to ensure that Co-op City was receiving value from the staff working in Manhattan. Setting up the internal controls to monitor the activities of offsite personnel would be counterproductive. Further, I assure you, our current 186 professional supervisors will most likely not be calling someone in Manhattan to resolve a cooperative issue.

The third company, Compass Rock Limited Liability Corporation, has an interesting corporate profile: Fortress Investment Group LLC (NYSE:FIG) owns CW Financial LLC which owns Compass Rock LLC. Fortress Investment Group is a LLC formed by the merger of the old Nomura securities firm and Fortress. This group is composed of the wealthiest people in the world who invest billions into pooled investment vehicles and take advantage of certain opportunities through various hedge funds and funds.

Fortress Investment Group and its subsidiaries specialize in takeover of distressed and undervalued property.

It should also be pointed out that Fortress Investment Group buys property from Wells Fargo Bank.

The billionaires of the Fortress Investment Group brought Peter Cooper Stuyvesant Town under the guise of CW Financial LLC for $3.5 Billion.

CW Financial LLC then went out and hired managers from other companies and then formed Compass Rock LLC in 2012 to manage their Stuyvesant investment.

Compass Rock LLC brought 3 people, one of whom, in my opinion, was unqualified to supervise a 40 megawatt co-generation facility (he had a refrigeration license and no experience in design and build of a power plant, transmission of electricity in a large facilities or purchase of natural gas). He was also not a Professional Engineer (P.E.); one individual was qualified as a GM and displayed enough forward thinking to be a worthy individual; and an attorney who claimed he could do the work of labor counsel, landlord-tenant counsel, corporate counsel/Legal Department and part of Smith, Buss & Jacobs (SBJ) work.

Riverbay Corporation’s original bid documents required a minimum of 5 years’ experience for each of the companies bidding.

Six months after the deadline for submitting bids documents and upon review, it was revealed that Compass Rock LLC, the company, only had 3 years of experience, and not the 5years stipulated in our management bid documents.

The Board of Directors was later notified by HCR that after conferencing with Wells Fargo and HUD, it was determined that since the principals at Compass Rock together had more than 5 years’ experience, that they would be qualified as meeting the 5-year

requirement. This, in my opinion, gave Compass Rock an edge over the other bidders by forcing the Board to consider them over the others. This waiver of the bid document’s 5-year requirement was not revealed to the other pre-bidders, to my knowledge.

Compass Rock LLC also recommended that the Riverbay Corporation go back to the practice of allowing workers to punch in 15 minutes early or 15 minutes late without paying the overtime. This is the same Federal Fair Labor Standard violation that cost Riverbay $7 million.

I believe if a firm wishes to bid on a project, they should at least come to the negotiations with the correct staffing personnel. I further believe that all of the bidders came to the table underestimating the sophistication of the Riverbay Board of Directors and our $215 million operation. Riverbay has approximately 185 administrative staff, many with graduate degrees, operations licenses, residential property certifications and many years of experience in their respective fields. Riverbay Corporation is one of the largest employers in Bronx County and should hire what we need to advance our corporate goals.

Invitations to Wells Fargo, HUD & HCR The Ad Hoc Committee invited Wells Fargo, HUD and HCR to be part of observing, interviewing and supervising the entire management search process, however, all three chose not to participate which is very unfortunate because they would have seen firsthand the lack of services these companies were offering and came to the same conclusion as the Board did.

Basically, this would have been a training mission where the student sets the standard after seeing the teacher’s notes, and at a price tag of $1.5 million plus to our shareholders.

Economies to Scale Our interim general managers have more onsite, large property residential management experience than was presented by WB Winn, Compass Rock, and First Service. I am sure these companies may present a valuable service to smaller operations around the metropolitan area where going out and hiring dedicated staff becomes cost prohibitive. Here at Co-op City, that is not the case.

Our interim general managers, Peter Merola and Noel Ellison, each with 29 and 30 years’ experience at the world’s largest cooperative, have done a good job holding down the fort without any clear direction from the Board. They have more experience running a large Mitchell-Lama development like Co-op City than any of the companies that were interviewed.

There is money allocated in several areas of the Riverbay Corporation’s budget to hire the specific, identified management personnel needed to fill and strengthen the administration line in Co-op City. The cost of hiring will be lower than the cost of contracting. It is

my opinion these new executives should be of the highest qualifications and skill level. Riverbay may then be able to reach a marginable amount of success while keeping carrying charges low.

Below are some ideas I’m throwing on the table. Please keep in mind that this proposed plan has not been finalized by the interim GM’s and/or the Board.

Areas of address: • Director of Internal Audit, i.e. CPA (w/ experience and credentials) • Executive Director of Computer Services, i.e. M.S. Computer Information Sciences (w/experience and credentials) • Executive Director of Construction, i.e. M.S. Civil Engineering (P.E. experience and credentials) • Executive Director of Contracts & Purchasing, i.e. B.S. (CPM Certified Purchasing Manager) • Executive Director of Power Plant, i.e. M.S. Power Systems Engineer (P.E experience and credentials) • Assistant Director of Accounting, i.e.

C.P.A., and/or B.B.A. and/or MBA in Accounting • Executive or Asst. General Manager, i.e. MBA or comp. education and verifiable work experience credentials and ability to think, present, lead and execute.

There is enough money in the budget to make this happen, with very little reallocation on the $1.5 million we have budgeted for Managing Agent, thus resulting in a savings. Since November, 2014 to present, Riverbay’s managing agent savings is $1.1 million with no diminution of services and quality of life. This makes business economical sense for all parties involved. We are also implementing succession planning for all the departments within the corporation.

Assurances from the Board In closing, I believe the Riverbay Board of Directors would support a semi-annual independent management review that could be prepared by a Certified Public Accounting firm or any other entity decided on to add comfort to the Division of Housing and Community Renewal, Lending Institution and the shareholders of Co-op City. This level of confidence in our staff and the transparency it would provide is unparalleled in the housing industry.

The Riverbay Board of Directors fully realizes that it can only perform its due diligence through a documented process and recommendations to the state supervisory agency, HCR, for a Managing Agent. The Board has sought the cooperation of HCR, HUD and Wells Fargo, however, they have been uncooperative and would not take the time to talk to us…but will take our money and interest payments.

See page 3 for this week’s Tunes on Tuesdays & Wicked Wednesdays line-up.

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It’s happening in Co-op City Center Light Senior Prom

Fireworks on the Greenway

An eager crowd filled Greenway 3 on Friday evening, July 3rd, to take part in Co-op City’s Independence Day festivities. Residents were greeted by youth vendors, before enjoying the music of The Unique Band, followed by an exciting fireworks display at dusk.

The event attracted a crowd estimated at 7,000.

DR. LEWIS WOLSTEIN Podiatrist — Foot Specialist • Practicing in Co-op City since 1975 • Board Certified in Foot Surgery • ALL conditions of the foot treated Senior Prom… The administrators of the Center Light Health System once again treated the seniors of Co-op City to an annual Senior Prom at which seniors received the chance to dress up like high school students on their big night, and dine and dance the afternoon away. The affair even featured the naming of a King and Queen of the prom, this year’s honor going to Jim Carey from RAIN Senior Centers and Cynthia Sibbles from Ebenezer Pentecostal Church. Co-op City’s own Director of Community Relations, Michelle Sajous, received special recognition for her help in making the annual event a success. Entertainment was provided by the Bartow Swingers and the Dancing Gents performing under the expert direction of Voncile Mallory.

Photos by Bill Stuttig

• We

accept most health insurance plans

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

Dr. Lewis Wolstein

Call:

“Se Habla Español”

718.671.7226

Thanks to all!

I would like to thank all my members of Goose Island Seniors, as well as all my friends in Co-op City, for all their prayers and all the get well wishes and the many, many phones calls I received.

Many thanks to you all for your kindness.

—Mary Pilla

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

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Co-op City Times

Letters to the Editor

Let’s start with the Lincoln Memorial

To the Editor: In response to Mark Bruh’s letter in the Co-op City Times, the issue of the Confederate flag must be considered in context with the statement of Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy: “I have no purpose to introduce political and social equality between the white and black races.” As a white supremacist, he also stated that he was not, and could not, “be in favor of making voters or jurors of negroes, nor

of qualifying them to hold office, nor intermarry with white people.”

Those are racist words, and should be condemned.

Oh, wait. I’m sorry, but I made a mistake. These racist words were not uttered by a Southern politician, but by ‘Honest’ Abe Lincoln.

The time has come for us to dismantle, piece by piece, the Lincoln Memorial, a memorial to a true racist.

Lincoln even supported the Fugitive Slave Act of 1850, which forced the

federal government to use its resources to return runaway slaves. After tearing down the Lincoln Memorial, then we should discuss the Confederate flag.

It’s interesting that, with all the issues plaguing the black communities—crime, narcotics, housing, education, employment and health issues, President Obama and Al Sharpton would spend so much time and effort on the Confederate flag, truly a nonissue if ever there was one.

—David Hammer

Co-op City NAACP supports banning of iPhone gun case

To the Editor: The NAACP Co-op City Branch supports the NYPD for the ban on purchasing the iPhone gun case. We find the phone

case to be dangerous and call on all manufacturers/distributors to cease manufacturing and distribution of this item The iPhone gun case, when carried, projects

an image that a real gun is being carried.

Please direct any questions regarding this statement to our office.

—Jerome L. Rice

Elevator Inspection Schedule for July

Elevator Category 1 and Category 5 inspections are required by city law. These inspections will be conducted in Co-op City according to the schedule below. Each inspection will take 1½ - 2 hrs. to complete.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to ensure the safety of your elevators.

Help wanted

Audit Committee volunteers

The Riverbay Board’s Internal Audit Committee, chaired by Director Andrea Leslie, is seeking volunteers. Residents who have CPA and CIA certifications and who are available to serve on the committee are urged to contact Director Leslie at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or by calling the Riverbay Board of Directors’ office at 347913-4224.

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period. If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Laundry Room Closure BUILDINGS 26A, B & C

Please be advised that elevator service will be shut down so that the laundry room walls and public hallway floors can be painted.

DATE: FRIDAY, July 17 TIME: 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

As soon as the painting has been completed, elevator service will be restored.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience in this matter.

—CSO (Einstein Center)

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 21 Building 21

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

100, 120 & 140 Bellamy Loop

May 31, 2015

May 31, 2018

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

Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available.

The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor.

All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times.

Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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

Public Safety Report

CCPD urges residents to be prepared for potential summer emergencies Summer’s hot weather puts a strain on air conditioners throughout the National Grid. Although the summer started off with cool, pleasant temperatures, it seems like some warm weather might be upon us. Summer’s extreme weather also increases the risks of thunderstorms with lightning. Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges all residents to make sure that they are prepared for all types of emergencies. Being prepared for all types of emergencies will allow residents to feel confident in the event of any type of emergency. It is always better to be over-prepared than not prepared at all.

Preparing for emergencies should involve all members of the family. Establishing an emergency plan which is known to all members of the family is essential. Children actually enjoy helping to prepare for an emergency. There are several websites www.fema.gov/kids/, www.ready.gov/kids/home.html and www.bam.gov.cdc designed for children that help to educate them on all facets of different types of emergencies. Other websites for emergency preparedness are www.redcross.org and www.nyc.gov/html/oem/. These websites offer information regarding emergencies most likely to affect residents of our geographical area.

Preparing for an emergency includes establishing a plan. The plan should include a family meeting place, one local and one regional. The plan should take into account family members being at home, at work or at school. A local telephone contact and a long distance contact should be included. Telephone outages often only affect local services. Establishing a long distance contact will allow families to check on the status of all family members. All family members should be familiar with the plan.

Putting together an Emergency Kit is also an important part of emergency preparedness. An emergency kit should include one gallon of water per person, per day for at least three days; a 3-day supply of non-perishable food (include a can opener for canned foods); plates, cups, utensils and paper towels should be included.

Include a battery operated radio and a flashlight with extra batteries for both. Never burn candles for light, they are a fire hazard. A well-stocked First Aid kit and basic tools should be a part of every emergency kit.

Moist towelettes, personal hygiene items and garbage bags should be included for personal sanitation.

Clothing and blankets should be included for warmth and comfort. Prescription medications and eyeglasses should also be included. Books, games, puzzles and comfort items should be included for children. Infant formula and diapers should be included for babies.

Important family documents, identification and cash should be ready to bring in the event you must leave your home in an emergency.

It is very important that everyone takes whatever steps they can to conserve electricity in order to decrease the risk of a Blackout. Compact fluorescent light bulbs are a green alternative to conventional light bulbs. They utilize less energy while putting out more light per watt of electricity used. There are compact fluorescent bulbs made specifically for dimmer switches and 3-way lamps. Shut off lights when leaving a room.

Turn off computers and monitors when they are not in use. Avoid using Christmas lights and other non-essential lighting.

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

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Tell your friends, relatives and employers about:

2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 • 718-320-3300 Riverbay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; AND Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties.

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails.

For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions.

CONTRACT SUMMARY Contract 3003, Distribution of the Co-op City #2 Install: To provide construction support and Times: Weekly distribution of the Co-op City Times. administration services for the installation portion Bids Due: July 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. of a High Pressure Boiler Project.

Bonding: Bonding is not required Pre-bid Meeting: July 9, 2015 at 10:00 a.m.

Insurance: Insurance is required Bids Due: July 28, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is not required Contract 3005, Owners Engineer for Boiler Insurance: Insurance is required EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Open to ALL applicants from 6.26.15 – 7.7.15 Original date posted: 6.26.15 Job Reference #: 15-35 Request for transfer/promotion must be received by the Human Resources Department by 7.7.15.

Employees are responsible for submitting the transfer forms in person to the Human Resources Department.

Employees who are promoted will receive the applicable rate scale for this position.

Temporary HR Admin. Asst.

Human Resources Department Job Description: Ideal candidate will be responsible for: Providing a variety of advanced administrative and secretarial duties in support for Human Resources/Organization Development and Training Department. He or she will be responsible for reflecting a high level of customer service in all of their daily activities, including but not limited to the following essential job functions.

Work experience requirements: The occupant of this position should have previous experience in the field of Administrative Assistant. The following required knowledge’s, skills, and abilities are necessary to fulfill the position: • Answer and screen all incoming calls • Receive visitors to the Human Resources Department • Sending out letters/correspondences via interoffice, regular, certified, hand delivery, and/or overnight mail. • Making copies and sending out faxes. • Reading and responding to emails accordingly. • Ensuring applications are available in reception area for applicants. • Ensure that a sufficient amount of new hire packets are on hand for candidates • Creating all new employee files which consist of personnel, medical, I9, 401K and pension files (also creating files for director’s personal filing system) • Responsible for filing documents (HR forms, applications, employment verification correspondances, etc.) • Responsible for opening and distributing all incoming mail • May provide first-level assistance to the employees for routine and general human resources questions and inquiries • May verify employment dates and places supplied on job applications • May develop general reports and information on human resource activities as requested • Assists in the completion and maintenance of personnel files • Responds to incoming phone calls and takes messages in the absence of management personnel • Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion and diplomacy • Follows established safety policies and procedures • Assisting corporate benefits manager with special projects (new benefit enrollment, pension statements, etc.) • Assisting Employment Manager in new hire process (ensuring applicants fill out new hire paper work accordingly (for example, I-9’s, W-4’s and ensuring employee has proper identification for employment eligibility) • Responsible for typing and submitting monthly report • Answer and screen all incoming calls • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or equivalent is required; Bachelor’s degree is a

plus; Must be able to read, write, and speak English, required; Bi-Lingual is a plus.

Testing Requirements: Drug Test; Background check.

Physical Requirements: Persons performing service in this position classification may exert 5 to 20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This type of work involves sitting a portion of the time, but will involve walking or standing for brief periods. Vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, handle, and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Days and Hours: Monday – Friday, hours will vary between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

How to Apply: Applications are given out at the below address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All applicants are advised to submit a resume along with the application.

——————————————————— Open to All applicants from 6.26.15 – 7.7.15 Original date posted: 6.26.15 Job Reference #: 15-36 Request for transfer/promotion must be received by the Human Resources Department by 7.7.15.

Employees are responsible for submitting the transfer forms in person to the Human Resources Department.

Employees who are promoted will receive the applicable rate scale for this position.

Organization Development And Training Specialist Human Resources Department Job Description: Ideal candidate will be responsible for: Working collaboratively at organization and supporting Human Resources in accomplishing its objectives. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration i.e.: FMLA, employee relations, on-boarding, policy implementation, and recruitment/employment. Assists HR Director and ODT Manager with training initiatives.

Job requirements: The occupant of this position should have previous experience in the field of Human Resources/Organization Development and Training.

The following required knowledge’s, skills, and abilities are necessary to fulfill the position: • Coordinates, delivers, and support department objectives • Supports corporate training initiatives under the direction of the HR Director and ODT Manager • Provides a wide variety of both complex and routine administrative service various human resource plans and procedures for all company personnel for functions as needed • Maintains HR records, reports and logs to conform to EEO regulations, benefits administration i.e.: FMLA, employee relations, on-boarding, policy implementation, and recruitment/employment • MUST be knowable and efficient with FMLA policies and procedures • Conducts recruitment effort for all exempt and nonexempt personnel, students and temporary employees;

Applications are given out at the following address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Riverbay Corporation Administration Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475; OR Resumes can be faxed to 718-320-3672 with the Job Title and Job Reference # on the TOP RIGHT CORNER of the resume. *Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer* (Continued on page 22)

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Whose House Is It? It is Our House!

Co-op City Times / July 11, 2015

For some time now, I have wondered how does a community newspaper owned by a real estate mogul, with a Riverdale resident as its Editor, have so much influence in our community.

Neither one of these entities has a nickel in this quarter! Neither one of them is privy to what goes on in our board room, though they would have you believe they do. Admittedly, they do get some information from some Directors, but from my knowledge of the facts, I believe that most of this information is embellished! I encourage the community to read their community paper, the Co-op City Times.

There have been many revisions to make the paper more inclusive of the community and provide a balanced approach to the issues at hand. I’m not telling you to stop reading one paper over the other. However, you owe it to yourself to get a balanced look at the issues. It is my personal opinion that you should at least read both papers. Do not allow an outside influence to be your only source of information.

Truth or Consequences I believe it is extremely important for the community to understand we are not about to default on our mortgage!

There is debate as to whether we have to hire a managing agent. It is my understanding that our mortgage docu-

Linda Berk

Director’s Viewpoint First Vice President

ment DOES NOT mandate that we have a managing agent.

We, as a Board, did everything we were required to do. We put a bid out, the Ad Hoc Committee interviewed five candidates and the full Board interviewed three candidates. After this process, we, in good conscious, could not recommend a candidate, which is our only responsibility—to recommend.

All along, we have been in communication with HCR, HUD and Wells Fargo.

I believe it is unproductive for anyone to make more of this situation than is actually the case. Our President and Board officers are paying attention and are acutely aware of all circumstances.

Actually, no one has been able to point to where in our mortgage agreement it dictates that we must have a third party managing agent. It does say we have to have a qualified manager, for which we are making a case. We have been very responsible with this property, much more responsible than the ONLY managing agent in our 46 year history, MSI.

Building 31 Association

SO LONG FOR AWHILE. We are taking a short summer break and will return in September, 2015. Our last official meeting held June 26th was to highlight our past years accomplishments and set goals going forward starting in Sept., 2015 thru June, 2016. We discussed the Riverbay management selection which should have been decided by June 30th, Wicked Wednesday music night on the green, and our guest speakers for future meetings. Please be a part of that process as there is no association without your participation.

We thrive with your membership and our main focus is to maintain and increase a safe and clean environment for all of us to live in. Noticing graffiti in your stairwell? Please contact CSO and our association. If you see something, say something; your name will be kept hidden upon request.

This is our usual time to break and we will continue to do things relating to the association, but not scheduled monthly meetings. Check the bulletin boards for activities. We will be part of the Section 5 Fun Day on August 22nd, and if you want to volunteer to help out in any capacity, contact our president, Robert Hedgepeth.

We ask if you know someone shut-in due to illness or if someone is in bereavement, share that information

with our Sunshine Committee. We will send an appropriate card to uplift them.

Check bulletin board for contact information.

Our last fellow cooperators to win our 50/50 was Carmen (our cake lady) and the door prize went to Jackie Dixon, both from the B-side. Wait till the next time, ladies, there might be a winner from the A-side, but they must be at the meeting to win, so see all of you then.

Please remember, we share many things in the building, therefore, take care as to how you take care of OUR things. Like our laundry baskets, which are not to be removed from laundry rooms and proper disposal of garbage, no boxes to be left on floors in compactor rooms. They are designated for bottles, papers and garbage which do go down the chute only. Any other garbage should be brought to the basement. If we all follow those simple rules, we could prevent a lot of annoyances and bugs. Reminder: There is a free exterminator service.

Contact Maintenance, they will set up an appointment with you. Annoyance removal: If you stop disposing your garbage inappropriately, then we can all have some peace.

ENJOY YOUR SUMMER. —Marilyn McDaniel

If You See Something, SAY SOMETHING!!!

Co-op City Public Safety 718-671-3050

So please, there is no reason to refer to this situation as a crisis. It is being managed and if HCR would like us to keep looking, we can do that!

July Fourth Celebration Wow! What an incredible 4th of July we had here at Co-op City. I was impressed that we had a multi-generational celebration. There were roughly 5,000 residents – children, parents and grandparents – who filled the lawn in front of the bandstand for an evening of live entertainment and our very own fireworks! Kudos go out to Michelle Sajous for a job well done coordinating the evening. But I also would like to recognize the community for cleaning up behind themselves. And then, let’s not forget the Riverbay staff from the technical crew to the grounds staff for setting up the greenway and getting it back into shape before the evening was over. Our Public Safety provided a professional presence and maintained a safe evening, thank you! And to all the departments that made this an exceptional evening, your work is greatly appreciated. There is more summer fun in store. I cannot wait for the summer series of Tunes on Tuesday and Wicked Wednesdays!

Healthy Living Welcoming back the Farmers Market every Wednesday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

on Asch Loop and Aldrich St. This is a great opportunity to focus on eating healthy and pursuing a healthy lifestyle.

We have over 300 acres of property for walking, running and exercising. The best thing we can do for most of the diseases that afflict many of us, from diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and weight control can begin now with eating well and exercising.

Congratulations!

We are all proud of our youth for their scholastic accomplishments. I am thrilled to acknowledge Building 18 Scholarship Winners from 2012 – 2015: Chantel Smith, Bryce Campbell, Matthew Salmon, Rennssalaer Lee, Chike Simon and Tyler Moses. Congratulations also go out to the Eleanor Roosevelt Dem Club Scholarship Winners: Davia Jansen, David KumiMensah and Isabel Nozario. Congratulations to the Retirees of Dreiser Loop awards for five scholarships to June graduates, including: Imani Russ, Bekeri Bousso, Giani Gabriella Thompson, Quiana Harrison and Aniya Raquel Villafane. All the best to everyone in their college pursuits, we are very proud of you.

I am interested in your thoughts and concerns. Please contact me at Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, or lberk@riverbayboard.com.

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Chicken Little: Continues to Cackle in Co-op City Co-op City Times / July 11, 2015

Bernard Cylich

carrying charges. During this In the centuries-old folk tale “Chicken period, the community’s Little,” the hen keeps cackling that “the sky Director’s Viewpoint property has been maintained, is falling.” Chicken Little’s descendant and services to cooperators appears to be alive and well in Co-op City.

Treasurer have been delivered.

Think of “the sky is falling” headlines in Self-management of Co-op City News (7/2/15): “Co-op faces technical City has weathered a severe winter, a Legionella default on mortgage.” and (6/25/15) scare, and major pipe breaks. Our leadership has “Mortgage is clear on professional managehalted practices under the MSI managers that vioment.” lated the federal Fair Labor Standards Act, and for Note also the “the sky is falling” in the which we are paying dearly. headline of a Viewpoint by a Riverbay Meanwhile, the vacancy rate has gone down Board Director, in the Co-op City Times: from 65 to 42 per month, and the switch from out“The Countdown to Defaulting on our sourcing to in-house painting and plastering is Mortgage is On” (6/13/15) and two warnexpected to produce an annual savings of some ings in the text of another Viewpoint, $800,000.

(6/27/15) that “we could default on our mortgage agreeNot only is self-management working well; it is ment” and that “we are dealing with a stacked-up, 12specifically permitted by both HUD and HCR reguinch mortgage agreement that might be bullet proof.” lations.

The City News article (the weekly is published by Project Owner Responsible to Chris Hagadorn and edited by Michael Horowitz) fails Seek and Select Managing Agent to support any of these ominous warnings. It provides HUD’s hand book states that “the project owner is no references or quotations from the loan agreement responsible for seeking out and selecting a management itself, nor does it offer documentation from US agent ... subject to approval by the authorizing agency.”

Department of Housing and Urban Development Managing agent is defined in the handbook as any of (HUD) or New York State Housing and Community four types of managing entities including self-manageRenewal (HCR). Similarly, the Director’s Viewpoint, ment as well as managing companies. intended to alarm readers, is silent as to the sources of Although the Board worked long and hard to review the material. One wonders if the writers have actually management companies, we found none that were qualread any of those government documents. ified to handle the many challenges of running a vast, Self-Management is Not Excluded complicated, and diverse community like Co-op City. and is Working Well As I have previously noted, we have more than fifteen In my Viewpoint of 6/27/15, I quoted from the multithousand apartments and 300 acres of open land, all party agreement reached between Riverbay and Wells maintained by a thousand staff members who, in turn, Fargo bank, HUD, and HCR. That agreement does not are supervised by the 27 department directors. Our exclude self-management. The term self-management annual payroll alone comes to $75 million. Specialized tells us exactly how Co-op City was governed for thirty services, some requiring a technically trained team of years until MSI was hired in 1999 and since last workers and supervisors to keep in good running order, November, when MSI was suspended. include a central garbage facility, eight garages, three Twenty-seven department directors, supervised by community shopping centers and a state-of-the-art, 40 our interim managers, Noel Ellison and Peter Merola, megawatt tri-generation plant. have kept us up-to-date in the payments of bills (includBoard President Cleve Taylor, writing in Co-op City ing monthly mortgage fees) and the collection of our

Building 13 Association

It was with deep sadness after the building article was submitted we reported to the Co-op City Times the passing of Mr. B., our former building president.

Many have inquired about the arrangements. I have been informed the services will take place approximately July 17, to allow international travelers time to arrive. We will post the exact time and dates in the lobby as soon as they are received.

During the summer break, we will be working to prepare eventful activities for you when we return in the Fall. We wish everyone a safe summer.

Reminder: Foxwoods and Tanger Outlet Stores trip is scheduled for October 3, leaving from 100 Casals Place at 8:00 a.m. The cost is $65.

Payment is due on August 28. The Tanger Outlets is located on the premises of Foxwoods and recently opened with over 80 brand name stores, such as

Coach, Crocs, Easy Spirit, Eddie Bauer, JCrew, Kids Apparel, Michael Kors, NY & Co., Old Navy and Torrid, to name a few.

Join us as we go shopping, dining and gaming. The trip includes the casino stay with a bonus (offered by the casino and subject to change), luncheon buffet and shopping with special discount booklets. Get on the bus with us and have some fun! Seats go fast, so don’t miss out.

Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc.

Inc. and mailed to Building 13 Assoc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. For information, contact Gail Sharbaan, Treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370. Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@ yahoo.com. As always, thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

“This nation will remain the land of the free only so long as it is the home of the brave.” —Elmer Davis Section 5 Fun Day is fast approaching and we need volunteers ... if you are interested in helping, please contact us.

Wicked Wednesdays has started... so come on out to the greenway and enjoy the music and show your support.

Upcoming meetings: The NYC Office of Emergency Management will be giving us an emergency preparedness presentation on July 14th at 7 p.m.

Please be careful with the current

work being done around the building.

Be mindful of where you are walking and follow any posted directions. Stay safe.

Thoughts and prayers for any other of our sick and shut-in neighbors. Get well soon.

We have a Facebook page: Building 33 Association. We also have a website: www.building33.org and you can email us at: bldg33Assoc@gmail.com; you can also call or text our Building 33 Hotline number, 347-746-0608.

—Tobias Garcia

Building 33 Association

Times (6/27/15), listed his reservations about the three property management companies recommended by the Ad Hoc management search committee. At a Board meeting held on May 28, a majority of members, including myself, agreed with Taylor and voted not to hire any of the candidates.

We would also welcome a meeting with Mark Colon, Deputy Counsel, DHCR, as requested in a letter (6/17/15) by President Cleve Taylor to review our efforts and recommendations for enhancing Riverbay’s operation by permitting our interim managers to add specialized individuals to staff and bring delivery of services into the 21st century.

Questions For the City News and the Board Director Again, a couple of questions for the editor of the City News and the Director whose Viewpoints have issued dire warnings of our community’s likely default on its mortgage: Can you specify which passage in the loan document, or which HCR/HUD regulation(s) the Board is violating by searching for the most capable, qualified management? What grounds are there for a “technical” default?"

We heard the same alarm bells more than seven months ago, when MSI was suspended. As it turns out, MSI remains suspended, the Board has not been removed, and it continues to run our corporation.

Still, the Chicken Littles go on cackling. Remember the fate of the Chicken Little of the folk legend? She ended up in a pot making chicken soup.

Cooperator Mark P. Bruh: Remove That Flag Cooperator Mark P. Bruh wrote an emotional, yet powerful, letter appropriately published on our Independence Day. He called for the removal of the confederate flag. This flag, he wrote, was one of an “illegal Confederate government” that fought to “preserve slavery.” And, he continued, “it is a powerful symbol and reminder of the stain of hatred, racism, bigotry, intimidation, fear and domestic terrorism.” As a man of Jewish faith and heritage, he concluded, “it is just like the Nazi swastika.”

Mark’s letter fully expressed the sentiment of many of us. Let’s applaud him.

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12 Dear cooperators, Independence Day Celebration The Co-op City Independence Day Celebration on July 3rd was a huge success. Although I could not be present, I received several communications that it was spectacular and without incident.

Many thanks are extended to Michelle Sajous, Community Relations Department Director; Chief Frank Apollo of the Co-op City Public Safety Department and all the other staff that took part in making for a joyous and safe celebration.

Board Committees The Board Committees are scheduled to be established on July 8th and the Chairpersons appointed. If you have expertise in any of the below committees, you are needed to participate in one of the following: • Audit Committee • Buildings & Grounds Committee • Comfort Dog Committee • Commercial Leasing Committee • Community Relations Committee • Construction/Power Plant/Restorations Commitee • Contract Compliance, Inventory and Purchasing Committee • Cooperator Appeals Committee • Disabilities and Accommodations Committee • Garage Committee • History Committee • Information Technology Committee • Legislative Committee • Sales Committee • Security Committee • Youth Committee The Chairpersons will be announ-

CCPD

Riverbay Board Committees Co-op City Times / July 11, 2015

Francine Jones

Director’s Viewpoint Secretary

ced shortly. It has been decided that each committee will consist of seven or eight cooperators and therefore you should make your selection as soon as a response is requested.

You and Your Health I have come across many people that suffer from diabetes. A friend of mine was recently hospitalized with diabetes-related symptoms. There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 Diabetes and Type 2 Diabetes.

For more information on diabetes, please visit the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org.

Should you happen to have this disease, follow your doctor’s instructions.

However, prevention is better than cure.

Control the sugar intake of your family by limiting the amount you use in coffee, tea, etc. Share healthy snacks with your family, such as grapes, raisins, carrots, popcorn, nuts instead of cookies and candy. Display them on your kitchen table for easy access. There is a television commercial warning about the sugar content in sodas and urging folks to drink water and to consume fresh fruits. It further states that merely because one is not overweight does not mean that one is immune from this disease. Be smart!

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Over the coming weeks, Con Edison will be calling upon Riverbay Corporation to prove that non-essential electrical usage can be curtailed in the community upon demand. During times of increased electrical usage, such as during high heat and humidity, Con Ed tests Co-op City’s ability to shed non-essential demand on the Electrical. Last week, we had one of these tests. These tests are conducted with very little warning with an attempt to simulate a real need to curtail usage in an emergency. Initial power shedding will be tests, but as the summer goes on, it may be an actual emergency. By shedding non-essential power usage, it decreases the chance of having an All-Out blackout, such as we experienced in 1969, 1977 and 2004.

Power shedding in Co-op City will include garage lighting during day time hours, laundry room usage and air conditioning in the community centers. Some power shedding tests will take place with 24-hour notice in which case cooperators will be notified of outages and closures in advance. In other instances, only 2-hour notice will be given in which case officers and porters will respond to the laundry rooms and secure them. In some cases, this may appear inconvenient, but the goal is to avoid the major inconvenience of a full scale grid wide blackout. Last week, our efforts were instrumental in preventing a blackout despite temperature in the high 90’s with even higher heat indexes. If you wish to help even more, when you become aware of a power shedding test or an emergency, curtail any non-essential electrical usage until full electrical usage resumes.

Consumer fireworks of any type are highly dangerous and are illegal in New

York State. Zero-tolerance enforcement will be conducted by the Co-op City Department of Public Safety, as well as the New York City Police Department.

Barbequing is also not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department are in effect which restricts barbequing on terraces or patios within 10 feet of any building. Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings. Residents are also reminded that Bike Riding is not permitted near buildings, in shopping malls or anywhere else signs prohibiting bicycle riding are posted.

Have a safe and healthy summer. Use caution near pools, beaches and other bodies of water. Ocean beaches are particularly dangerous this time of the year due to the effects of offshore tropical storms. Only swim in areas where and when lifeguards are on duty. Parents must supervise children at all times. Never swim alone.

If summer fun includes consuming alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle. Also be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Garden The Rivers Run Community Garden is an example of what communities should be creating. It provides an opportunity for residents to grow and consume fresh, delicious and healthy foods. I will be planting seeds and inviting children from the summer camps to visit. It has been noted that many children consume so much man-made food that they don’t even know the origin of real food.

Also, the Farmers’ Market returned to our community and is located on Asch Loop and Aldrich Place next to the firehouse. It will return every Wednesday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. until November. Patronize them for their fresh fruits and vegetables.

Laundry Rooms I received a call from a cooperator in Building 21 who complained about the dirt and mold that have accumulated on the dispenser covers of the Speed Queen washing machines. Apparently, this rubber cover does not get cleaned regularly. I have registered this complaint with Noel Ellison, the Interim General Manager, and with my CSO who advised that she would contact Coinmach, who would provide the requested service.

This cooperator also informed me that parents are neglecting to discipline their children while in the laundry room. She said that a child hit her with a laundry cart and when she informed the parent, the parent became angry with the cooperator. This cooperator has also witnessed a child playing with a soccer ball and another child walking

on the table that cooperators use to fold their freshly-washed laundry. Parents should be aware that the laundry room is not a playground and they should do all they can to restrict their children’s active play while in the laundry room.

Thank you.

Building Associations In most of my Viewpoints, I encourage cooperators to participate in their building association. I hope you have a building association that is functioning like it should. The meetings should run smoothly and congenially, without bickering and discontent. If there are problems, your association should have rules or bylaws to which you can refer in order to resolve any dispute. A few years ago, the Riverbay personnel was required to intervene in a building association that was experiencing many disputes to the extent that residents could not accomplish anything, including meetings, club activities, elections, etc.

Riverbay stepped in and conducted elections and changed the lock to their association room. I have heard no more complaints regarding that building association. I hope that your association is functioning well. If so, participate. If not, the building residents may register a complaint to correct the problem.

Contact Should you have an issue that cannot be resolved through your CSO or your building association, please contact me and perhaps I can assist you. I can be reached at: Francine Jones, Board of Directors, Riverbay Corp., 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475; 718671-5957.

Congratulations, Robyn!

Congratulations to my great granddaughter, Robyn Francis, who recently graduated from Francis Lewis High School and will attend college on a full athletic scholarship. Robyn is an accomplished basketball player. At graduation, she received the Chancellor’s Roll of Honor (for sports), the Louisa Wingate Underhill certificate (for health & physical education) and the Citizenship Gold Award in Science. Robyn, I wish you the very best in all of your future endeavors and pray God will keep you safe in your new adventures.

With all my love, —Alma Graves

Public Safety Blotter: July 3-5, 2015

July 3 -140 Alcott Place One male was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest. The male was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint and was transported to Central Booking for further processing.

July 4 - F/O 2057 Bartow Ave. One male was arrested for Public Consumption, issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint and released.

July 4 - Debs Place TH One male was arrested for Disorderly Conduct. He was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint and was processed than released.

July 5 - 120 Elgar Place One male was arrested for Disorderly Conduct. He was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint and was transported for further processing.

If You See Something, SAY SOMETHING!!!

Co-op City Public Safety 718-671-3050

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

From Broun Place Townhouse Association, thank you to the powers that be for the unbelievable and amazingly spectacular fireworks of 2015!

They were beautiful and it was wonderful to see so many families out there looking forward to them. “The Senior Prom” on Tuesday, June 30th was another event where many of our neighbors could be found having a blast.

Thank you to Centerlight, Inc. and Riverbay Fund for bringing this to us once again. We sincerely thank Michelle Sajous for her lead in scheduling great summer activities all around Co-op City.

If only elections were celebrated with such a turnout. After all, elections are held as a direct result of the democratic process commemorated by July 4th!

On the other hand, Broun Place Townhouse Association is following up on these items of concern: 1 - the status of us getting a camera in Broun Place at the dumpster pad. This is becoming more and more urgent. 2 - the window that was broken by a pellet gun shooting last week, and 3 – regarding Greenway events, we need a visual presence walking in Broun Place as lewd behavior following the fireworks was observed, i.e. man seen urinating in neighbor's patio.

These are quality of life concerns and they need to be corrected. We do not live in a slum and we have to work to stop seeing our neighborhood go down. With regard to littering as well, this has to stop. There are huge, conveniently placed garbage cans throughout Co-op

City. There are at least three in the basketball court next to Garage 6, but the bottles, papers and bags line the border of the court. We ask that you be vigilant, call Public Safety, 718-671-3050, and CSO or even drop your president a note, if you witness community abuse.

Thank you to Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and Congressman Eliot Engel for being responsive to our concerns. Please let us know how the U.S. Post mail delivery is going for you, especially regarding accuracy.

Reverend Grace Emanuel, Recording Secretary, has brought a new program for young people to our attention. There are many aspects to computer education.

The folks creating apps and games lack a female presence. If you are interested in that training; parents, if you want to open your child to that opportunity, get the information. Rev. Que English and the Bronx Clergy Roundtable invite you to call: 718-231-1033. Get the information over the summer and decide. This program begins in September.

As we begin summer 2015, keep hydrated and keep cool! Thanks again to the Broun Place Executive Board and Lana and Jesse for all their continued help. Please share your tidings with Eva or a member of our board.

We send sincere condolences to neighbor T. Lowe, and the family and friends of cooperator “Mr. B”- Mr. Olubiyi Sehindemi of Building 13. Mr. B was a friend to us all and especially to Co-op City.

—Eva Lazaar

Building 10 Association

Building 10 Summer Activities!

Just a few seats left for the Building 10 Association Bus Ride to Foxwoods Casino/Tanger Outlets on Saturday, July 26th. Join us for a fun-filled event. Do not miss the chance to join us, so reserve your seat now! For more information, call 718.320.2366 or 718.671.5485. Bus leaves 140 Debs Pl. at 8 a.m. sharp!

We are having a Youth Night on July 31. It is going to be a fun night for Building 10 youth between the ages of 6 and 17 years old. We need donations of healthy refreshments. Please call 917.826.5644 to volunteer your time or make a donation for this youth event.

Congratulations to Donald & Rudy on their 50th anniversary! —Ron Campbell

Follow Riverbay Fund on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ riverbayfund and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/riverbayfund.

Co-op City Sports

North Bronx Youth Sports Association The North Bronx Youth Sports Association (NBYSA) provides recreational youth sports to keep youth physically fit, engaged in positive activities during after school. Participants from our sports program have gone on to compete in their respective sport at Penn State, University at Buffalo, Temple University, University at Albany among many others.

North Bronx Cowboys Youth Tackle Football Registration for the 2015 Tackle Football season is ongoing. The Cowboys Tackle Football program caters to ages 6-14. Practices for all Football teams have begun. Tackle Football is one of the safer sports for youth who are properly trained in the skills and fundamentals of the sport. All participants play within their age group against youth of similar size. All of the Cowboys Football

Coaches are USA Football Heads Up certified and NYS Fit2Coach certified.

Additional volunteer Coaches are always welcome.

Tackle Football registration will take place on Tuesday, Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Einstein Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 52, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY. North Bronx Cowboys Youth Cheerleading The Cowboys Cheerleading program will resume in February, 2016.

For more information about our programs or registration, please call our office at 718-684-4903 or visit our website at www.nbysa.net, www.nbcowboysfootball.com. Office hours are Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m., and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Other days are available by appointment only.

Let us know…

If you have news you’d like to share with your neighbors, please give us a call at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3375/6; email: ctimes@riverbaycorp.com or fax (718) 320-2595.

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Get Ready for Some Fireworks Co-op City Times / July 11, 2015

Fifteen years ago, the promise was under the new professional management group, we will be managed better, not have to borrow a half billion dollars for capital construction projects, and not need the proposed 5.5% increase in carrying charges to pay for it.

The results 15 years later: $1.5 billion in loans; some capital construction projects were performed over budget, some without going out for bid, and some considered to be improperly constructed; we had not 1, but 12 increases in our carrying charges; were allowed to spend some $67 million from our $68 million reserve funds, and sued big time because the professional management team did not adhere to the appropriate provisions of the Labor Law. Shareholders had to absorb the cost of the lawsuit with our 13th carrying charge increase.

The May 30th majority vote (and before I was sworn-in), the Riverbay Board of Directors declined to accept the proposals of the three remaining management candidates who submitted bids to become the new management team behind Riverbay Corporation.

Based upon my understanding of the proposals, a majority of the bidders, in addition to their base management agent’s fee, wanted a separate percentage of payment for construction management. Based upon our current capi-

Rod Saunders

Director’s Viewpoint

Assistant Secretary

tal construction projects budget, and the accepted percentage agreement, shareholders could be paying out fees to the management firm which could balloon considerably. Shareholder dollars, not HUD’s or HCR’s (Housing and Urban Development/Homes and Community Renewal).

By not hiring an outsourced management agent, more of our money stays in the corporation’s budget, and the Board and our new management team, are paving the way for recognizing where additional savings in operation, and specific areas of construction costs, can be made.

We’ve all been made painfully aware of the letters delivered by mail from our overseeing agencies (HCR/ HUD), requiring, if not demanding, that the Board outsource the management of Riverbay Corporation, instead of keeping our current in-house management team, and so some decided immediately to interpret the correspondence as their terms for our imme-

Co-op City Toastmasters

Have you ever been asked to speak in front of a group of people, and declined out of fear? Do you hesitate to speak up at a meeting because you think you may sound silly? Are you afraid to introduce yourself to people, or do you get nervous when meeting important people for the first time? Most people have a fear of public speaking, but fear no more! For 90 years, Toastmasters International has helped millions of people just like you and me to feel confident when speaking in front of anybody, from 1-on-1 interviews to gatherings of hundreds of people! Co-op City Toastmasters Club is a warm and friendly environment where we encourage and nurture members to conquer their fear of public speaking. Even if you have no fear of speaking in front of people and you just want practice to

improve your skills, our club is the place for you. As a member, you will also have many opportunities for developing your leadership qualities. Membership is open to adults aged 18 and over. We meet on the first and third Thursday evenings of each month at 2049 Bartow Avenue on the lower level of the Bartow Mall in Room 28 at 7:30 p.m. SHARP! Our next meeting is on Thursday, July 16th. Come and have fun with us as we all learn and grow together!

For more information, contact us on our club website, http://3824.toastmastersclubs.org, and click the “Contact Us” link on the left. You can also find us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com /CoOpCityToastmastersClub.

Looking forward to meeting you, —Kim Robinson

Building 32 Association

Section Five Fun Day Saturday, 8/22, is the day and volunteers are still needed. Please contact Ms. Eleanor Bailey at 718-379-7754, if you would like to assist.

Flea Market Tentatively scheduled for Saturday, September 26. Contact information will

be forthcoming.

Laundry Room Please pick up your dryer sheets from the floor. They are a safety hazard as someone can slip on them. It could be a friend or family member that gets injured.

Have a great summer!

—Lorna Smith

Building 22A&B Association

Happy 4th of July. Hope everyone enjoyed the preshow and fireworks Friday night. I did. It was wonderful, the best ever.

Our trip to Taj Mahal is today.

Wish us luck.

Laundry goers, please pick up your fabric softeners and put in wastebasket.

Thank you.

—Betty Leak

diate capitulation without any consideration or negotiation.

Riverbay Board of Directors’ President, Cleve Taylor, responded to the Commissioner of HCR’s letter with a “very civil,” and explicitly detailed letter of explanation as to why the three managerial candidates were not acceptable to the voting majority Board, and the hiring of an outside, independent management team was not acceptable at this time.

The President (the Riverbay Board and shareholders) of a $200 million corporation in the Bronx, NY, should never be out of options, and ought to be encouraged to request, and receive, support and advocacy from every available resource.

Currently, that is exactly what is being done, and it is exactly what our fellow shareholders should expect the Board to do!

The language within the loan agreement that was signed in accepting the Wells Fargo/HUD backed loan, is much like any other legal document, in that there is specific wording within, that can be interpreted differently depending on how it best serves the interpreter.

Isn’t that why we have opposing lawyers, and an odd number of Justices from the Appellant levels all the way up to the Supreme Court–thus giving

majority interpretation decisions?

I believe that we’ll come to a reasonable consensus, and I’m equally confident that we can address everyone’s concerns.

In having dialog with many cooperators in the community, I truly believe that the vast majority of the shareholders are either willing to: 1). Back the decision NOT to hire another outside management team, because of the history of the last 15 years; 2). Want to have in-house management without the threat of a government agency (State or Federal) come into Co-op City and take it over, and; 3). Don’t have any opinion at all, but just don’t want to pay any more increases, have our buildings and grounds look and be better, have our professional management staff treat them like shareholders - not tenants, and by having cooperative flexibility with them when a problem arises and they need help.

This is a time where we need to be factually informed, and insistent upon staying out from under the mess we got into, starting 15 years ago.

In closing, to Mr. Mark P. Bruh, thank you for contributing such a remarkably poignant letter in last week’s Letters to the Editor. It could not have been said any better.

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Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Travel Events: (Coach Bus, Dreiser Loop – opposite H&R Block) ● August 17-19, (Mon.-Wed.), DOVER DOWNS HOTEL & CASINO, Dover, DE. Price: Double $400 pp/ Single $490. Monthly payments: $150 pp/double - $195/single. (Final payment due Thursday, July 9th). Casino rebate: TBD. Package includes - All You Can Eat Crabs at Woody’s Crab House, shopping at Rehoboth Outlet Stores; on day of return, stopping at the Harrington Raceway & Casino, Bonus: free slot play and free buffet. Contacts: Serita G., 347564-5722/Barbara W, 718-320-0500. ● September 12, (Saturday), GOSPEL LOBSTER FEAST IN THE POCONOS. Price: $175. $50 deposit

required to hold seat. 2 monthly $50 payments each, and (FINAL PAYMENT of $25 due August 10th or sooner.) All You Can Eat Lobsters and a variety of 50+ items on menu, such as crab legs, shrimp, scallops, mussels, Salmon, prime rib of beef, etc. Live choir with uplifting Gospel Music.

Shopping Woodbury Commons. Travel by coach bus, Bob Mann Tours. Contacts: Serita G., 347-564-5722/ Barbara W, 718-320-0500.

Theatre Committee: (*prices include transportation/Dreiser Loop): ● Wed., Sept. 16th, 11:15 a.m. show.

Price: $68. BACKWARDS IN HIGH HEELS, Westchester Broadway Theatre. The Ginger Roger Music. Balance

due now. SOLD OUT! Wait list.

Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-3790377. ● Fri., Nov. 20th, 11:00 a.m. show.

Price: $69. RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR. $30 deposit required now to reserve seat.

Pay in full ASAP. NOTE: After July 1st, ticket price increased to $69.

Contact: Ione Edwards, 718-379-7756. ● March 10, 2016. Price: $117.

COLOR PURPLE. Jacob Theatre, 242 W. 45 St. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847.

Good And Welfare Those of you still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days.

Call Josephine Flowers, 718-3200539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

A deposit is required to reserve your seat, and please note - NO deposit, NO seat guarantee.

Check/money order addressed to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP. Committee members will be available in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-3790377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m.

“Summer is delicious, rain is refreshing, wind braces up, snow is exhilarating; there is no such thing as bad weather, only different kinds of good weather.” —John Ruskin —Claudette Davis

The Williamsbridge Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC) is an organization dedicated to community service in the areas of health, employment, education and economic development.

The Adult Club meets at Dreiser Center on the second Friday of every month. Young women, 18-35, who are in or preparing for a business/professional career can become members

of the Young Adult Club.

The Williamsbridge Club is moving forward with our partners in planning for the College Fair. We will be meeting over the summer to plan a grand event. If you are interested in serving an Internship or Community Service Project, please contact the club at the address listed.

SAVE THE DATE, SAVE THE DATE — Sunday, October 25, 1 – 6 p.m., NANBPWC announces its

“GOURMET GENTS” at Dreiser Community Center. General admission brunch tasting: $60; VIP: $150 (sit down brunch) will include live music, line dancing and on-air broadcasting by Ken Spider Webb organization. Proceeds will be used to award scholarships to deserving African American youth.

Our next public event will be participation in the College Fair to be held on October 4, at Dreiser Loop Community Center. We are looking to restart our

Youth Club. If you know of a youth age 13 – 18, please forward the information to us. Please check this column for ongoing information.

Information concerning the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC) may be found at www.nanbpwc.orgund at or our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, P.O. Box 6, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475. —Joetta Brown

Our next members meeting will be held today at the garden beginning at noon. Topics will include creative arts and gardening workshops, subcommittees, layout and design, and our next open house.

On Sunday, July 19th, Elena “Mamarazzi” Moreno will be conducting a rock painting workshop beginning at 2 p.m. so bring your children, and creativity.

The workdays sponsored by Bronx

Green Up continues to be such a blessing. Not only do we learn about plant and tree life, we learn about slinging a hammer and building solid sturdy structures. The next scheduled workdays and lessons will be on Friday, July 17th and Saturday, July 18th from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Try to make it if you can.

Garden members are also encouraged to take workshops sponsored by

GreenThumb and The Botanical Garden, as well as working in other gardens. Knowledge is power and participation in some of the workshops qualifies Rivers Run to receive FREE stuff, like fruit trees, plants, seeds, dirt, compost, mulch and tools.

The garden is open on Tuesday (4 p.m. – dusk), Wednesday (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), Friday (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), Saturday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.) and Sunday

Defensive driving returns in September Black Forum defensive driving course is on hiatus until September 12 in Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license.

Sound Off, Co-op City, coming soon We will be starting Sound Off, Co-op City, for all cooperators to discuss and debate issues of particular relevance to living in Co-op City, matters that affect our quality of life, social interactions, education, commercial, jobs, and other topics. Meetings will be held once or twice a month. More to follow. Tentative start in early September. If interested, please call (718) 320-8035.

Black Forum Aerobics and Zumba It’s time to get in shape, get healthy and feel healthy. Aerobics classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays; Zumba on Thursday. Classes are in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class.

Cooking classes coming If you enjoy cooking or would like to learn how to prepare healthy meals for yourself and your/or your family, please give contact us at (718) 320-8035.

Harrah’s Casino & Golden Corral We are going to Harrah’s Casino and Golden Corral for all you can eat on Saturday, September 26. Cost is $65.

Two payments; first one due on July 31 in the amount of $35; Second payment of $30 due August 28. No refunds, no adjustments. More information to follow.

Food distribution sites On Thursdays, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the Church of New Vision, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Likewise, residents of Building 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Male volunteers needed If you are a teenager aged 16-20 and live in the Dreiser Loop or DeKruif Place area, and have some time to volunteer with us at least 2 days a week, please call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 in the Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to par-

(11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) weather permitting.

There are lots of opportunities for members and volunteers at the garden so stop by, grab a tool and get dirty. Or just come by and take a stroll.

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

See you soon.

—Gail Sharbaan

ticipate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person.

Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum @gmail.com or tonyshome10475@ gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call or visit us, Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony Illis

The Williamsbridge Club

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A Mortgage Default Will Be Very Bad For Co-op City Co-op City Times / July 11, 2015

According to the NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) agency, we had until June 30th to sign an agreement with a management company. However, some directors have raised strong objections to the legitimacy of this order. But, the evidence clearly proves that their objections are without merit.

June 30th Deadline Can you believe that a director wrote an article that compared our possible mortgage default to incidents that occurred in a story with a character named Chicken Little? And, can you believe that this viewpoint was published in this paper?

Look, defaulting on a mortgage is very serious. And, in our case, HCR and HUD are currently concerned about how this place is managed. Therefore, we cannot just disregard those concerns.

So, this case comes down to respecting the governance of HCR and HUD over this corporation. And, from my viewpoint, it seems that some of these board members are challenging the authority of these agencies to enforce their regulations over the way that we operate.

But, let’s back up and authenticate a few points. To start, the assistant commissioner of HCR, Richmond McCurnin, wrote a letter, dated July 24, 2014, that stated: “HUD has advised DHCR that it requires that a qualified independent management agent be retained to manage Co-op City.”

Another letter from McCurnin, dated September 3, 2014, similarly stated: “It is HUD’s belief that an experienced, professional company must be in place to handle the administration of a property of this size and complexity.”

Then, HCR had their deputy counsel, Mark Colon, send a letter, dated May 15, 2015, to us. “Riverbay is currently in violation of the following provision of the

Daryl Johnson

Director’s Viewpoint

HUD agreement: ‘Management Agreement: Borrower shall execute a management agreement or other document outlining procedures for managing or operating the mortgaged property.’”

Continuing, he said: “The MultiParty Coordination Agreement among Riverbay, DHCR, HUD, and Wells Fargo specifies that ‘all changes to the management agent will require approval by HUD. …’

He pointed out, “At this time Riverbay is in violation of both of the above-mentioned agreements. Please be advised that further delay in selection of a management agent runs the risk [that] Riverbay will receive a ‘notice of non-monetary default’ under the mortgage and that the lender will seek all appropriate remedies.”

Colon continued: “Please advise us as soon as possible of the identity of the new Managing Agent that you will be recommending that we approve. A contract should be effective no later than June 30, 2015.”

Remedies for this Risky Business As you can clearly see, my previous viewpoints are 100% factual. So, any statement that is contrary to this material is simply a misrepresentation of the truth.

Furthermore, as you’ll see, HCR has a broad range of “remedies” to resolve this matter. So, please read the following regulations slowly. Then, ask yourself what would you do if you were in charge at

Building 27 Association

Hello, neighbors, happy summer. Enjoy and please stay safe.

We are fortunate to have wonderful groundkeepers, and porters, the gardens in my area are so beautiful. I tell the groundkeeper thank you when I see him and I hope he stays right here for the next 25 years (smile). It’s just good to express appreciation.

SECTION 5 FUN DAY - is still in the works. The Section 5 Association is requesting all volunteers to contact your association to give your names and phone number by July 23. If you need a tee-shirt, get your order in right away.

THE NEWSPAPER - We are fortunate enough to receive two community newspaper, the Co-op Times and the City News once a week conveniently delivered on each floors, but for some reason for weeks and months, it appears the papers are not touched or read by the shareholders. Now if someone knows how we can encourage the cooperators to pick up the papers and read it, please share. I can only think perhaps the cooperators are busy working to provide for their homes that reading a paper is the least of their worries.

GAME NIGHT - for the summer will be Fridays, July 17th and August 14th. Flyers will be posted.

REMINDER - During the summer, if you encounter any issues regarding your apartment, etc., please call CSO (Cooperator Service Office) at 718-320-3300.

CONGRATULATIONS - to all of the graduates, and may they reach their goals and dreams in life.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY – to those celebrating in the month of July. To those celebrating that special occasion, congratulations.

We wish all of our sick and shut-in a speedy recovery.

To those who lost a loved one, we extend our deepest sympathy and condolences. Please keep our Board members in prayer and pray for this nation.

—H. Overman

HCR. According to Section 1729-1.5 of HCR’s regulations, if the division determines at any time that a housing company, its officers, directors, employees, agents, managing agent or project management of a self-managed company have failed to comply with its agreements, these regulations, or division directives or if they are failing to or threatening not to do that which is required by law or regulation, the division may: 1. Cause the discharge of the managing agent or employee of the housing company or managing agent; 2. In the case of a self-managed housing company, revoke division approval of its self-management; 3. Direct that a full-time or parttime site manager be employed to effectively carry out prescribed project management functions; and 4. Remove any or all members of the Board of Directors and replace them.

Light stuff, right? Chicken Little, huh?

Nonsense! HCR can easily dismiss this entire board and other employees.

Thereafter, they can also place a management team in here to run this place.

Balconies A few weeks ago, 13 people were standing on a balcony in Berkeley, Ca. Then, all of sudden, the balcony collapsed. Six people died and seven were injured. Additionally, there have been other cases whereby people fell to the ground because they were leaning on a balcony railing as it gave way.

So, please exercise caution to avoid overcrowding on any balcony. Also, please do not ever lean on a balcony railing, anywhere.

Riverbay Fund The Riverbay Fund has spent more than $30,000 of our money and we still don’t have a youth center. Plus, the president of the Riverbay Fund has a new

resolution to rent out a space at 920 Baychester Avenue.

Questions: Where is she going to get the money to pay this rent and her other expenses? How can this program be sustained without outside funding? Based on these points, why was this money ever issued to her and this fund?

Additionally, there is now talk of starting a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) program.

Really? Where is this money going to come from?

I would like to see if we can turn this entire program around so that we can set up something really nice for our youths and our community. So, I’m going to offer some suggestions in an upcoming article.

Close Will it really be worth it to default on our mortgage? No! Can a management company offer some good suggestions to us? Absolutely! So, we should stop this senseless fighting and bring in a new management company.

Thank you.

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

Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net. (Please double-check the spelling of this address.) Also, please call me at 718-6714544 if you don’t receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson.

Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

If You See Something, SAY SOMETHING!!!

Co-op City Public Safety 718-671-3050

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I have been in solo Internal Medicine practice in Co-op City for over 35 years.

I have many years of experience in Primary Care as well as consulting at Montefiore Hospital. I have taught medical students and residents at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and am a Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine there. I have been recognized in Connelly's Book of "Top Doctors".

I am in the office 5 days a week and make rounds at Montefiore Hospital daily including weekends. I am also on call twenty four hours a day, seven days a week. I provide a "Medical Home" for my patients (I am willing to help make all significant medical decisions). I have excellent consultants available whom I have vetted over the years and work well with them.

Good Primary Care requires the Primary Doctor to know his patient thoroughly and guide them through our chaotic medical system.

We now accept Medicare, Centerlight, VWS Choice, Empire, GHI, HIP, United Healthcare/Oxford and Emblem Health.

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Summer Day Camp – A few more spots are available at the association’s Summer Day Camp which began 7/6/15 until 8/21/15. Along with fun, games and trips, your child will receive an enrichment experience of storytelling, arts and crafts, science and mathematics review. Call 347791-7104 or 347-368-8629.

Line Dance Showcase – On July 11th, Cynthia Dixon and the Soul Latin Line Dancers will proudly present the 2nd Annual NY Metropolitan Area “Line Dance Showcase.” The time is from 3:00-8:00 p.m. in the Co-op City Community Center, Auditorium B. Music by DJ Woody.

The showcase will feature performances by the Harlem Smooth Movers, Soul Latin Line Dancers, I Just Wanna Dance, Brooklyn Groovers, Najah & TheBrick City Soul Line Dancers, B.E.S.T., DJ Danny’s Pro-Fessional MARK YOUR CALENDAR – The Section Five 2nd annual Fun Day will be August 22, and the rain date will be August 29th from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. The association is up and running. We are planning an even bigger event this year. The Section 5 Association consists of the presidents and representatives from Buildings 26 thru 35 and the Earhart Lane Townhouses. This event is when we celebrate our children, youth, families

African-American Association of Co-op City Line Dancers, Mary J. Line Dancers and The Connecticut Line Dancers.

No tickets will be sold at the door.

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

Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. Call Meena, 718-671-8364.

Evening Line Dance Classes – Thursdays, 7-9 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music.

Music, Rhythm & Dance – Most Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. 15; most Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Center, Room #2. Call Keith, 917-5616211 or Iris, 917-838-7723.

Adult Study Group – The Institute for Youth meets on the 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:00 p.m. The Book Study Group meets every 3rd Sunday, 1:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-

379-5555.

Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center, Rm. #2. A fun and healthy way to stay in shape! This class will resume in September. Call Xonia, 646-301-9438.

The association encourages you to view the dvd entitled Hidden Colors, which analyzes racism in America and features Kaba Kamene, an educator and resident of Co-op City. It is outrageous that it has taken the massacre of nine innocent Americans in a South Carolina church before we started a movement to remove the Confederate flag, which continually reminds us that racism is alive and well in America. There is an online petition which thousands of Americans have signed and hopefully, the Confederate flag representing racial supremacy and hatred will be removed sooner rather than later. Hidden Colors is available in parts 1, 2, and 3 for a

and getting to meet our neighbors.

VOLUNTEERS - The Section 5 Association is asking that all names and phone numbers be submitted to your association by July 23. If you will need a tee-shirt, you need to get that order in right away.

There will be free popcorn, cotton candy, icings, franks and other goodies, face paintings, clowns, just to name a few of the many activities. Youth under 18 years old must

have a parent sign a waiver form to participate in games. This is our 2nd annual Fun Day, and we anticipate an even better event this year, and, of course, with your help. The Section Five Association will keep Section 5 updated on the progress.

MISSION - of the Section Five Association is to obtain the maximum quality of life for all shareholders residing in Section 5; to act as a liaison between management and the building

Section 5 Association

small fee. Call 718-379-5555 to obtain one or all of them.

General Membership Meeting – There will be a summer recess and all will be informed of the next general membership meeting is scheduled for Saturday, September 12th in Room 15 of the Dreiser Community Center. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please read our weekly column for updates. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: African-American Association of Coop City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. From March-July, the dues are reduced by one-half. Donations are welcomed.

Like us on Facebook: Coopcity Afrianamericanassoc.

—Francine Reva Jones

and townhouse associations in all problem areas; to assist maximum participation in each individual association; to enlighten and educate all shareholders in Section 5.

If there are any questions or creative ideas, please contact the President of Section 5 Association, Mr. Robert Hedgepeth at (718) 320-2656. The chairperson of the Section Five Fun Day is Ms. Linda Werner.

—H. Overman

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NCNW

The 140th Anniversary commemorating the birth of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, the founder of National Council of Negro Women, will be celebrated on July 10, in Lincoln Park in Washington, D.C. at 6 p.m.

Lincoln Park is an urban park in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Washington, DC. In 1867, Congress authorized the grounds to be called Lincoln Square as a memorial to the former president and it was the first public space named for Abraham Lincoln. The park features two important sculptures: the Freedman’s Memorial to Abraham Lincoln, erected in 1876 and the Mary McLeod Bethune Memorial erected July 10, 1974.

NCNW sections across the country raised money for the sculpture and according to legend, the statue of Abraham Lincoln was turned around to face Dr. Bethune because “a gentleman would never turn his back on a lady.” It is at this site that the commemoration of her birthday will take place.

Please, members of NCNW, also remember that our organization was established in 1935 so in 2015, we are celebrating our 80th anniversary. Please step up to the plate and donate a gift of $80 to our national headquarters as was read in correspondence at our last membership meeting. Checks made payable to National Council of Negro Women can be mailed to our P.O. mailbox and they will be forwarded as a group by our treasurer to our national headquarters.

That will show the strength and commitment of Co-op City Section.

During the summer months of July and August, our Health Committee is busily preparing for our annual Community Health Fair which will be on Saturday, September 26, from 1 to 4 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium,

120 DeKruif Place (street level). Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Church telephone: (347) 346-5790; email: fatwcc@aol.com.

Weekly Worship Experiences: 6:00 p.m., Wednesday Prayer Service; 6:30 p.m., Wednesday Bible Study; Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.; Teen Church, 10:00 a.m., 2nd Sundays; Children’s Church, 3rd Sundays (K-3); Older Children’s Church, 4th Sundays (4th-7th).

Church Motto: “We are Christ-centered, familyfocused with power and authority.”

Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come worship with us, where we honor tradition but are not bound by it! All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God from the Bible.

Better Youth Generation Performing Arts and Choir: We will be auditioning for 20 spots of youth between the ages of 7 and 18. This is a Christianbased group which will perform both Gospel and Inspirational materials throughout the 5 boroughs and Lower-Westchester County. All graduating performers will receive a college scholarship. Auditions will be scheduled and held September 12th from 12 p.m.-2 p.m.

HOLD THE DATE: 10th church anniversary: We would like to invite you to celebrate the life of our church on October 10 for our Anniversary Luncheon at Maestro’s where Rev. Dr. Demetrius Carolina will be our guest preacher at noon. Adult tickets are $65 and children up to 12, $35. On Sunday, October 11th at 9:30 a.m., Rev. Dr. Carl Washington, Jr. will be our guest preacher. We are so excited with how God has used us in the community! This is our first celebration in 10 years because we wanted to actually do work on God’s behalf and the community before celebrating.

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177 Dreiser Loop. This health fair will have exhibitors from AARP, Council of Senior Centers & Services, Jackie Cauthen, RN, an exercise specialist, Poison Prevention Services and Domestic Violence Prevention Program and many, many more. For more information, call 718-379-3788.

Members are reminded of the NCNW Northeast Regional Leadership Training Conference that will take place October 30-November 1, at the Crystal Springs Resort in Vernon, NJ. All NCNW sections in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Massachusetts will be meeting to discuss such topics as Membership, Section Operations, Protocol, Programs and Finance. All members of NCNW Co-op City Section are invited to attend. Please contact President Dorcas Lay if you are interested in attending.

Start planning now to travel with NCNW to Italy in 2016! We will be sponsoring a perfect one-week vacation from September 11-18, 2016 in Florence, Rome and Venice. A delicious Italian dinner with wine at a famous restaurant awaits you on the first day in each city. Our trip will include seeing the Colosseum, the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, Michelangelo’s David, gondola ride on the Venetian canals, St. Mark’s Square and Doges’ Palace and so much more. For more information, call: 718-320-2366, 718-655-9034 or 718-538-8606.

We need volunteers to donate a couple of hours during the summer to help beautify our meeting rooms.

Volunteers, please contact Maxine Sullivan.

Happy birthday to all our members with birthdays in the month of July!

—Joyce Howard

On the job

Hi, folks, I just wanted Director’s Viewpoint to give anyone who wants to contact me the information you need to do so...and to let you all know that I'm on the job.

I also want you all to never forget that I'm only here for 4 reasons: 1. You 2. Your security 3. Your quality of life 4. Your pocket book/wallet With the wind at my back and God as my compass...may the force be with me (you, the people).

Please feel free to contact me via phone at (347) 964-6135 or by e-mail: jwilliams@riverbay board.com.

Junius Williams

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Faith @ Work Christian Church 2nd Worship Service: Beginning October 18th at 12:30 p.m., we will be adding an additional worship service!! It will be a non-traditional Free 2 Worship Hour of Power!! We are so excited!! Like our current worship service, this will be for everyone!!! If you love Jesus and for whatever reason have felt marginalized and kept from him, this is for you!! If you’re trying to start or grow a business and need Godlyencouragement and inspiration, this is for you!! If

We welcome your letters to the editor, however, if you would like your letter to be considered for publication, it must be signed, and include your address and telephone number – which will be kept confidential – so the authenticity of the writer can be verified. The Co-op City Times does not print anonymous or unsigned letters.

you are raising a family and want the guidance of the Holy Spirit, this is for you!! Prepare to join us!! If you are in between churches and want to take an active role in our preparation for this new move of God, please email Pastor Jenkins expressing your interest at fatwcc@aol.com. God will be praised!!

Remember, it’s never about us, but always about the goodness of the Lord.

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

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

Summer Church Schedule (DressDown Attire July 5 – September 13) Adult Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 10:00 a.m.

Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop

Community Protestant Church

North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.11:00 a.m.

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

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

Other Scheduled Events July 26th, 10:00 a.m. FAMILY AND FRIENDS DAY CELEBRATION at Community Protestant Church. All are welcome.

The Women’s Guild invites you to join us on Our Christmas/New Year Extravaganza, December 22,

2015 – January 3, 2016. A fantastic 12-Night Southern Caribbean Cruise aboard the magnificent Queen Mary 2, departing from New York, Red Hook in Brooklyn. Ports of Call: St. Thomas, Charlotte Amalie; St. Kitts, Basseterre; St. Lucia, Castries; St. Maarten, Phillipsburg; Tortola, Road Town.

To make a reservation or for additional information about the cruise, please call (718) 320-1435 or (718) 671-5961.

BLESSINGS ON THE CHARITABLE “Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer with shelter – when you see the naked, to clothe him, and not to turn

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

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome.

Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available.

Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Each Sunday,

the English Service is at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service is at 11:30 a.m.

Children: Sunday School is at 10:30 a.m. Classes are for 3 yrs. – 12 yrs. The curriculum being used is The Super Book.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.”

Matthew 18:20. Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. Come and bring your prayer needs, so we can pray together. Remember that prayer

brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children that have a personal relationship with Him. Crescendo Christian Music School: Are you interested in learning how to play an instrument or to sing, come and join the music school. They teach piano, guitar, drums, violin, voice and other instruments. Registration for the summer & fall seasons are beginning and cost is very reasonable. Registration is free. Call Maestro Frank Colon, (917) 753-3644, to set up a time to come and register.

Students range in age from 5 years to seniors.

Hey, Co-op City! We would like to extend an invitation to you to join us for what we're calling "Our Best Sunday Ever!" We're going to have prizes, giveaways, and a light luncheon following our Worship Experience! It's going to be a day you won't want to miss! Here's what you can expect when you join our Worship Experience this Sunday...

Newsong Church is a multi-cultural church that believes God has a purpose and a plan for your life. We exist to reach people who are far away from God, and teach them how to follow Jesus step by step. That's why you will find our Sunday Worship Experience to be so warm and friendly, we genuinely care about you! We're not concerned

about where you've been, but where you're going. You see, we've all got a past, we've all made mistakes, and we still do. When you step into our worship experience, you won't find a bunch of "Holier-than-thou" people pretending to have it all together. Instead, you'll find that we're all broken people, but we're allowing God to put us back together. We're not perfect, but God is!

As God puts us back together, we're realizing that although our past has shaped us, it does not define us! We're finding out that not only does God love us with a radical and unconditional love, but that He loves us just as we are!

At Newsong Church, we believe that the Bible is the greatest book ever written, containing the greatest story

ever told, and that each of us is part of His-story! In fact, we have a saying at our church: "If you're not dead, God's not done with you!"

We don't just believe this for the adults, but for our children as well! At Newsong Church, we're so passionate about our children learning about Jesus, that we created a church just for them called Kidsong! At Kidsong, our children learn about Jesus in a safe, fun, age-appropriate learning environment!

We also have a fully staffed nursery!

We hope that you will join us this Sunday! We meet at 177 Dreiser Loop in Auditorium B at 11:00 a.m. Parking is available in the parking garage located on Dreiser Loop. Please bring your ticket to our connection tent for vali-

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Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and your healing will quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and the glory of the Lord will be your rear guard. Then you will call, and the Lord will answer; you will cry for help, and he will say; Here am I, if you do away with the yoke of oppression, with the pointing finger and malicious talk.” – Isaiah 58:7-9.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

Trip to Lancaster, Pa.: On Friday, December 18, we are going to Sight & Sound Theater to see Miracle of Christmas, also included in the trip is shopping at Rockville Square Mall and Dinner at Shady Maple. Transportation is included.

The cost is $140/person and $100 for children 12 and under. A $50 deposit is required when making reservations. Call Barbara at 347-603-7473; if no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as possible.

—Barbara Penn dation. Deaf interpretation is available during our adult worship experience.

If you have any questions, you can contact us: *Coming Soon: Newsong Church Office: 140 Alcott Place, Bldg.

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Website: www.newsongchurchnyc. org; Email: info@newsongchurchnyc. org. You can also interact with us on social media!

Facebook: www.facebook.com/newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @newsongchurchBX; Instagram: @newsongchurchBX. Our Newsong family is here for you, stop by this Sunday and experience the difference!

God bless you!

—Pastor Mike Tolone

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Farmer’s Market lifestyles, including nutrition, exercise and healthy lifestyles,” she explained. “We partner with the Department of Health who, in turn, gives us coupons (healthy bucks) good for purchases here that we give to our patients.” Each coupon is good for two dollars in purchases.

In order for a product to be sold at a certified Farmer’s Market, it must have been harvested less than two days from being brought to market. “So the advantage is that everything you see is fresh; it has not been sitting around in a warehouse for days waiting for a distributor.

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demanded adherence to moral and ethical principles from politicians. Mrs. Robinson became the Democratic Delegate in the 1988 Democratic Convention.

She went to Albany and Washington and reached out to both local and state politicians for personal concerns, as well as community issues. She was always a people’s advocate striving for equality, fairness and justice.

Whenever you asked Reverend Minister Lillie Mae Guest Robinson how she was feeling, she always replied, “Blessed and highly favored,” and not to worry claiming that all was well with her. Despite all her illnesses, she endured. She started a not-for profit

Opportunities

• Assists with new employee orientations • Participates in administrative staff meetings and attends other meetings and seminars • Maintains company organization charts and the employee directory • Maintains human resource information system records and compiles reports from the database • Assist with special project under the direction of the HR Director and ODT Manager • Assists in evaluation of reports, decisions and results of department in relation to established goals• Assists in evaluation of reports, decisions and results of department in relation to established goals • Recommend new approaches, ideas on policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of the department and services provided • Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment • Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Performs other related general office duties as required and assigned Educational Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent is Required; Bachelor’s degree or higher is a plus; PHR is a plus; Must be able to read, write, and speak English, required; Bi-Lingual is a plus.

Testing Requirements: Drug Test, Background check.

Physical Requirements: Persons performing service in this position classification may exert 5 to 20 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

This type of work involves sitting a portion of the time, but will involve walking or standing for brief periods.

Vision, depth perception, providing oral information, the manual dexterity to operate business related equipment, handle, and work with various materials and objects are important aspects of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

Days and Hours: Monday – Friday, hours will vary between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

How to Apply: All applicants are advised to submit a resume along with the application. Applications are given out at the below address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday thru Friday: _________________________________________ New Job Posting: Open to 32BJ Union Members from June 26, 2015 to July 2, 2015 Open to All applicants from July 6, 2015 to July 14, 2015 • Job Reference #: 15-39 Request for transfer/promotion must be received by

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“That makes a difference in the quality and in the taste,” said one of the market’s participants last year.

Riverbay’s Community Relations Director Michelle Sajous coordinates the set-up of the market each year with the organizers of the Harvest Home Farmer’s Market.

“Co-op City residents are rediscovering the benefits of buying local food,” Sajous said. “It is fresher than anything in the supermarket and that means it is tastier and more nutritious.”

Sajous added: “Not only are the fruits and vegetables you buy the freshest and tastiest available, but

you find an array of produce that you don’t normally see in supermarkets. I urge all to come by and take a look.”

According to the Harvest Home website, products sold at the Co-op City market through the course of the season may include: ginger, almonds, artichokes, arugula asparagus, basil, various types of beans, cherries, figs, broccoli, cilantro, collards, corn, dates, papaya, shallots, spinach, sweet potatoes and heirloom tomatoes, to name just some of the variety that might be available any given week depending on what is being harvested that week.

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corporation called “Cancer Causes You To Care”/ C.C.Y.T.C/C.C.U.2.C/ in 2001. Mrs. Robinson was the epitome of a good character. She was a light to those in the dark, and the way she praised God brought smiles to people around her. But more than anything we can take comfort in knowing that Reverend Minister Lillie Mae Guest Robinson had a deep and abiding faith in God that made her the person that we knew and loved.

Reverend Minister Lillie Mae Guest Robinson transitioned from this life to her Creator and the ancestors on June 27, in Atlanta, Georgia. She leaves her cherished memories to her daughters, Shernette

and Jackie, and her son, Vinnimor Robinson, Jr., 8 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild and a host of other relatives, friends and acquaintance too numerous to mention. To your family and friends, thank you for all the foresight and love you have always shown. You will be greatly missed, but not forgotten, my dearest friend.

Funeral services for the late Rev. Minister Lillie Mae Guest Robinson were held yesterday, Friday, July 9.

A memorial service will be held on October 10 in New York and more details will be disseminated as they become available.

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the Human Resources Department by July 6, 2015.

Employees are responsible for submitting the transfer forms in person to the Human Resources Department.

Employees who are promoted will receive the applicable rate scale for this position.

Construction Utility Person Under the direction of the Construction Department Director and Supervisors, ideal candidate will be responsible for construction repairs and maintenance throughout the community. Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites. May operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments. May clean and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, and clean up rubble, debris and other waste materials. May assist other craft workers.

Job Description: Ideal candidate will be responsible for: • Masonry repair, ceramic tile repairs, waterproofing, installing brick & block, concrete repairs, and setting of interlocking blocks. • Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards. • Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials. • Load, unload, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications. • Measure, mark, or record openings or distances to layout areas where construction work will be performed. • Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes. • Mix, pour, or spread concrete, using portable cement mixers. • Tend pumps, compressors, or generators to provide power for tools, machinery, or equipment or to heat or move materials, such as asphalt. • Erect or dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, or other temporary structures. • Provide assistance to craft workers, such as carpenters, plasterers, or masons. • Lubricate, clean, or repair machinery, equipment, or tools. • Position or dismantle forms for pouring concrete, using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts. • Smooth or finish freshly poured cement or concrete, using floats, trowels, screeds, or powered cement finishing tools. • Operate jackhammers or drills to break up concrete or

pavement. • Operate or maintain air monitoring or other sampling devices in confined or hazardous environments.

• Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces. • Grind, scrape, sand, or polish surfaces such as concrete, marble, terrazzo, or wood flooring, using abrasive tools or machines. • Position, join, align, or seal structural components, such as concrete wall sections or pipes. • Tend machines that pump concrete, grout, cement, sand, plaster, or stucco through spray guns for application to ceilings or walls. • Spray materials such as water, sand, steam, vinyl, paint, or stucco through hoses to clean, coat, or seal surfaces. • Apply caulking compounds by hand or caulking guns to protect against entry of water or air. • Mop, brush, or spread paints, cleaning solutions or other compounds over surfaces to clean them or to provide protection. • Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: Candidate must have knowledge of construction processes as it pertains to hi-rise structures and other smaller building facilities and surrounding grounds; Knowledge of OSHA and safety requirements related to performing construction work; Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather, as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds; Valid NY, NJ, CT, or PA Driver’s license is required; Must be able to read and write in English; HS Diploma or equivalent is a plus; Bi-Lingual is a plus.

Days and Hours: Will vary on a flexible schedule Testing Requirements: Drug Screening Test; Background check.

How to Apply: Applications are given out at the below address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All applicants are advised to submit a resume along with the application. _________________________________________ Repost Job Posting: Open to All applicants from June 18, 2015 to June 29, 2015 Posted Originally: June 4, 2015 Job Reference #: 15-29 Maintenance Department Utility Person THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION. Under the supervision of a Maintenance Emergency Desk Supervisor, candidate will be responsible for performing (Continued on page 31)

Applications are given out at the following address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Riverbay Corporation Administration Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475; OR Resumes can be faxed to 718-320-3672 with the Job Title and Job Reference # on the TOP RIGHT CORNER of the resume. *Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

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First Reading – Resolution 15-50 SUBMITTED BY: Cleve Taylor SECONDED BY: Rev. Calvin Owens BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: July 8th, 2015

WHEREAS, the Contracts Department sent out thirty three (33) requests for proposals for Bid #2999, Balcony Restoration/Repairs (Bldgs. 10a, 20a, b, c & 26a, b, c; and

WHEREAS, we received seven (7) proposals which were reviewed in detail by the Project Manager and the Project Architect; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager and ALSA Architect, LLC recommends IRW Restoration Corporation as the lowest responsible bidder (Recommendations attached).

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED:

that the proposed contract with IRW Restoration Corporation for a total cost of $584,050.00 be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

First Reading – Resolution 15-54 SUBMITTED BY: Cleve Taylor SECONDED BY: Evelyn Turner BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: July 8th, 2015

WHEREAS, On November 2, 2005 the Board passed Resolution #05-83 which eliminated company provided cell phones and provided a monthly cell phone stipend of $50.00 a month for Directors and $100.00 a month for the President and Treasurer; and

WHEREAS, Since 2005 there have been increases in cell phone rates, increases in the amount of data transmitted for company purposes and increased usage of company related data transmissions by board members and executive staff, including the Board Tech liaison; and WHEREAS, The Board finds it reasonable to amend Resolution #05-83 so as to provide a monthly stipend to all Directors of $100.00 a month for smart phones with data and $200.00 a month for the

President, executive staff and the Board technical liaison.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That Resolution #05-83 is hereby amended so as to provide a monthly stipend to all Directors of $100.00 a month for smart phones with data and $200.00 a month for the President, Board of Directors Officers and the Board technical liaison; and be if further RESOLVED, That this Resolution shall take effect immediately.

Second Reading – Resolution 15-47 SUBMITTED BY: Bill Gordon SECONDED BY: Evelyn Turner BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: JULY 8th, 2015

WHEREAS, the Contracts Department sent twenty nine (29) requests for proposals for Bid #2990, Replacement & Repair of Sidewalks at Various Locations; and WHEREAS, we received two (2) proposals which

were reviewed in detail by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager recommends Abacus Innovations as the lowest responsible bidder (Recommendation attached).

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract 2990 with Abacus Innovations for a not to exceed cost of $200,000.00 over a 1 year period be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors

Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YES: ATKINS, BERK, GORDON, JENKINS, JOHNSON, JONES, OWENS, PETERSON, SAUNDERS, TAYLOR, TURNER, WILLIAMS NO: CYLICH, LESLIE ABSENT: GRAHAM PASSED

Second Reading – Resolution 15-48 SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Bernard Cylich BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: JULY 8th, 2015

WHEREAS, Whereas the law firm of Jackson Lewis, with offices in White Plains, New York, is an 800 attorney national law firm dedicated to representing management exclusively in workplace law with a preventive approach to reduce workplace litigation by educating management on legal trends and statutory compliance; and WHEREAS, Management recommends a three year retainer with Jackson Lewis at the flat rate $186,000.00 per year for employment and labor counsel, arbitrations, grievances, collective bargaining negotiations, legal counsel to the Management and PBA pension plans as well as representation at all Administrative Hearings

and Administrative Trials regarding any and all claims brought before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the New York State Division of Human Rights and the City of New York Commission on Human Rights, in addition to any Administrative proceeding regarding an alleged violation of the FMLA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII or equivalent New York State or New York City law and for state and federal litigation an hourly rate of $325 for partners, $225 for associates and $95 for paralegals for litigation; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legal Retainer with Jackson Lewis is approved for the three year period (i) for employment and labor counsel, arbitrations, grievances, collective bargaining negotiations, legal counsel to the Management and PBA pension plan as well as representation at all Administrative Hearings and Administrative Trials regarding any and all claims brought before the Equal

Employment Opportunity Commission, the New York State Division of Human Rights and the City of New York Commission on Human Rights, in addition to any Administrative proceeding regarding an alleged violation of the FMLA, ADA, ADEA, Title VII or equivalent New York State or New York City law at the flat rate $186,000.00 per year and (ii) for state and federal litigation at an hourly rate of $325 for partners, $225 for associates and $95 for paralegals for litigation.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President is hereby authorized to sign this legal retainer on behalf of the Corporation.

YES: ATKINS, BERK, GORON, JOHNSON, JONES, OWENS, TAYLOR, TURNER, WILLIAMS NO: CYLICH, JENKINS, LESLIE, PETERSON, SAUNDERS ABSENT: GRAHAM PASSED

ter also includes a pre-bid meeting, attendance at the bid opening, preparation of work estimate, interviews with the lowest three bidders and a recommendation letter for the lowest qualified bidder; and WHEREAS, the reason for the re-bid of this work is due to the previous contractor (Technical Construction Services) having their contract for the repair of the shopping centers terminated by Riverbay Corporation; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager is in agreement with the requested Change Order as indicated in the attached memorandum dated June 30, 2015 NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED that the proposed Change Order Two (2) to Contract 2936 with The Falcon Group for the fee of $6,000.00 per shopping center ($18,000.00 total amount) be approved

as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YES: ATKINS, CYLICH, GORDON, JENKINS, JONES, OWENS, PETERSON, SAUNDERS, TAYLOR, WILLIAMS NO: JOHNSON, TURNER, LESLIE ABSTAIN: BERK ABSENT: GRAHAM

Emergency Resolution 15-51 SUBMITTED BY: William Gordon SECONDED BY: Cleve Taylor BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: JULY 8th, 2015

WHEREAS, The Falcon group is performing work under contract 2936, Engineering Service for the Renovation of the Shopping Centers; and WHEREAS, Change Order Two (2) is being requested for The Falcon Group to provide documentation including specifications, repair drawings and bid documents to Riverbay Corporation to be sent out to competitively bid on repair work for our three shopping centers; and WHEREAS, their proposal fee of $6,000.00 per cen-

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Second Reading – Resolution 15-52 SUBMITTED BY: Rev. Calvin Owens SECONDED BY: Linda Berk, Evelyn Turner, Francine Reva Jones BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: July 8th, 2015

WHEREAS, Faith at Work Christian Church has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 140 DeKruif Place, (931 sq. ft.) Bronx, New York, to be used as a church; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is three years

with a three year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 140 DeKruif Place, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Faith at Work Christian Church, Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution

#95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: ATKINS, BERK, CYLICH, GORDON, JOHNSON, JONES, OWENS, PETERSON, SAUNDERS, TAYLOR, TURNER, WILLIAMS. NO: LESLIE ABSENT FOR VOTE: JENKINS ABSENT: GRAHAM PASSED

Second Reading – Resolution 15-53 SUBMITTED BY: William Gordon SECONDED BY: Evelyn Turner Rev. Calvin Owens BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: JULY 8TH, 2015

WHEREAS, on April 1, 2007 Hollywood Barbershop, Inc. requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for premises at 2031 Bartow Avenue (973 sq. ft.), Bronx, New York, to be used as a unisex barbershop and sale of men’s grooming aids; and WHEREAS, on February 16, 2010 Hollywood Barbershop, Inc. requested and received a Modification of Lease agreement pursuant to the terms of the lease modifying the lease name to Hollywood Unisex Salon

Committees provide policy recommendations for the full Board’s consideration. Except for the Audit Committee, any sitting Director may attend the meetings of any committee(s) they wish to.

This year, the Board President appointed 19 committees, which include 1 new committee, a one-year AdHoc Education Committee, to be chaired by the Board’s Assistant Secretary Rod Saunders.

To chair the Board’s Audit Committee, President Taylor assigned Director Andrea Leslie at the June 4th Board meeting since this committee continues to function throughout the summer. Board Director Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins serves as co-chair.

The Board as a whole will function as the Budget Committee, as well as the Labor Committee.

Director Leah Graham has been tapped once again to chair of the Comfort Dog Committee which was established last year.

The Riverbay Community Relations Committee will continue to be chaired

by Board Secretary Francine Jones and co-chaired by First Vice President Linda Berk.

Board Treasurer Bernard Cylich will serve as the chair of the Construction Committee/Power Plant/ Restorations Committee. Assistant Secretary Saunders will co-chair, along with Director Leslie.

Director Jenkins will chair the Contract Compliance/Inventory & Purchasing Committee.

With retirement of the long-time chair of the Cooperator Appeals Committee, Othelia Jones, Director Bill Gordon will

and modifying the use clause to include unisex salon services; and WHEREAS, Hollywood Unisex Salon requests a Consent to Assignment pursuant to the terms of the lease, to assign the lease to Sandra Altagracia Sanchez Payero and Richard Diaz; and WHEREAS, the credit report resulted in no negative findings; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease assignment for the premises at 2031 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, by Hollywood Unisex Salon, Assignor, to Sandra Altagracia Sanchez-Payero

and Richard Diaz, Assignee, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: ATKINS, BERK, CYLICH, GORDON, JENKINS, JOHNSON, JONES, LESLIE, OWENS, PETERSON, SAUNDERS, TAYLOR, TURNER, WILLIAMS ABSENT: GRAHAM PASSED

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take over the chairmanship of that committee. He will be joined by the Board’s Assistant Treasurer, Helen Atkins, and Junius Williams as co-chairs.

The Riverbay Board’s Disabilities and Accommodations Committee, which was also established last year, will continue with First Vice President Linda Berk as its chair and Director Leslie as co-chair.

Director Atkins, who has chaired the Commercial Leasing Committee in the past and most recently served as a cochair, will resume the chairmanship of that committee with Board Secretary Jones as co-Chair.

Director Jones will also chair the 2016 Election Committee.

Director Bill Gordon will pick up his work as Chair of the Garage Committee and Board Treasurer Cylich also will resume his chairmanship of the Board’s History Committee.

This year, the IT Committee will be chaired by First Vice President Berk, and Assistant Secretary Saunders will take over from Director Cylich as chair of the Legislative Committee, with Second Vice President Evelyn Turner as co-Chair.

The work of the Sales Committee will continue with Director Leslie Peterson as chair, and the Security Committee assumes new leadership under Director Junius Williams as Chair and Directors Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens and Pastor Jenkins as coChairs.

This year’s Youth Committee will be co-Chaired by both Directors Jenkins and Turner.

The Board’s Buildings & Grounds

Committee has not yet for finalized.

Any shareholder who is interested in serving on a particular Board committee(s) may contact the chair of that committee at Riverbay Corporation Board Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Membership is limited and all appointments will be

determined by the chair of each committee.

(For a full listing of all of the 2015-2016 Riverbay Board Com-mittees and their respective Chairpersons and co-Chairs, as approved at the July 8th Board meeting, please see page 2.)

Board Committees 2015-2016

Audit Committee – Andrea Leslie, Chair; Pastor Deborah Jenkins co-Chair Budget Committee - Committee of the Board as a Whole Comfort Dog Committee - Leah Graham, Chair Commercial Leasing - Helen Atkins, Chair; Francine Reva Jones, coChair Community Relations – Francine Reva Jones, Chair; Linda Berk, coChair Construction Committee/Power Plant/Restorations Committee – Bernie Cylich, Chair; Rod Saunders & Andrea Leslie, co-Chairs Contract Compliance/Inventory & Purchasing Committee - Pastor Deborah Jenkins, Chair Cooperator Appeals - William Gordon, Chair; Helen Atkins & Junius Williams, co-Chairs Disabilities and Accommodations Committee - Linda Berk, Chair; Andrea Leslie, co-Chair Ad-Hoc Education Committee – Rod Saunders, Chair (one year committee) 2016 Election Committee – Francine Reva Jones, Chair Garage Committee – William Gordon, Chair History Committee – Bernard Cylich, Chair I.T. Committee - Linda Berk, Chair Labor Committee - Committee of the Board as a Whole Legislative Committee - Rod Saunders, Chair; Evelyn Turner, co-Chair Sales Committee - Leslie Peterson, Chair Security Committee - Junius Williams, Chair; Pastor Deborah Jenkins & Rev. Calvin Owens, co-Chair Youth Committee – Pastor Deborah Jenkins & Evelyn Turner, coChairs

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Health News

How To Get A Good Night’s Sleep All Summer

Despite the Heat, Montefiore Sleep Expert Offers Tips on Maintaining a Cool Environment to Help Promote Comfortable Sleep The start of summer is upon us and the temperature outside has been rising with each passing week. Although the warmer months signal longer days spent outside, going to the beach and barbecues, it can also bring about tossing and turning at night due to changes in sleep schedules and uncomfortable heat.

Being prepared to deal with the effects of heat on sleep can do wonders for your energy and mood during the dog days of summer.

Circadian rhythms are innate, biological clocks that govern many functions in our body, including the release of certain hormones and the timing of when to wake up and when to get sleepy, according to Shelby Harris, Psy.D, Director of Behavioral Sleep Medicine at the Sleep-Wake Disorders Center at Montefiore Medical Center.

When good sleepers go to bed, she says their circadian rhythm kicks in and alerts the core body temperature to very slightly drop. As the night continues, the temperature continues to drop slightly until approximately two hours before routine morning awakening.

“Simply put, your brain has an internal thermostat that’s lowering the temperature at night to make you sleepy and then rising it slowly just before waking in the morning,” says Dr. Harris.

Sleeping in a cooler room is ideal since it helps to enhance that internal thermostat that wants to lower the core body temperature. That being said, there can be such a thing as a room that’s too cold and sleeping at either extreme (hot or cold) has been shown to disrupt sleep quantity and quality. It is hard to give a “just right” temperature for everyone

Blood is Urgently Needed Blood Bank Coming July 23rd Donate & Receive 2 Free Tickets to the Mets

There is a severe shortage of blood for the New York City area and the Hudson Valley Blood Services is appealing for blood donations. The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday, July 23, Bartow Community Center, Room 31, 3-7 p.m. with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation.

To encourage donations, all who respond to this call will receive two (2) free tickets to a Mets game. Those who are rejected for one reason or another will also receive tickets. Tickets will be mailed to those who donate.

Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs. and who has not donated within the last 56 days is an eligible blood donor. Those above the age of 75 may donate providing they have a note from their doctor stating that they may do so. Individuals 16 years of age may donate providing they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at: www.nybloodcenter.org.

Also available will be the use of the Alyx System should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood; the difference being that as you donate, the Alyx system will separate your blood components into two, allowing two persons the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your

one donation. The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conventional method. The choice is yours, you will be asked at the time of registration which type donation you wish to make – the conventional method or by using the Alyx System. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

All donors must be able to show picture ID and provide their Social Security number. Donating blood is relatively quick and easy. Most persons who are in reasonably good health is eligible to donate, even those on medications may donate with few exceptions. Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility, you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1-800-6880900. Please be sure to eat prior to donating. Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation.

Remember, close to 2,000 men, women and children, including cancer, transplant and surgery patients, trauma victims, newborn babies and many more in our community need blood transfusions each day.

Please be a caring person and donate the life you help to save may be that of a family member, friend or neighbor. For additional information, please contact Joe Boiko at 718-320-3300, Ext. 3409.

“Live and Let Live is Good – Live and Help Live is Better” —Joe Boiko

Sprinklers

If you would like the sprinklers at the kiddie parks turned on, please call the number posted on the sign at the parks, and Riverbay personnel will be dispatched. In an effort to conserve water and save on our water bills, the sprinklers will only be turned on when there is a specific request. We thank you for your cooperation.

since we all have slightly different thermostats. Rarely, couples both like the same temperature—usually, one feels it is too cold and the other thinks it is too hot. But they can find what is most comfortable to them, usually within the 6072 degree range. If you and your partner have significantly different internal thermostats, bed partners can keep two different quilts or bedspreads on the bed.

One person can use the heavier one and the other can use a lighter one.

In the sweltering summer months, keeping your room below 72 degrees might require some creativity. If you are lucky enough to have air conditioning, by all means use it. If no air conditioning, open the windows to allow for a cross breeze and use a fan to circulate the room air. During the day, keep your windows closed with light-blocking (not

simply light filtering!) shades to keep the hot air and sunlight from coming in and warming things up.

If you live in a multi-level house, remember that heat rises. Consider sleeping downstairs or in the basement if it is too hot upstairs. You might even consider keeping your sheets and pillowcase in the freezer just before bed.

Special pillows are available to purchase that are designed to keep cold throughout the night. In the worst-case scenario, consider sleeping for a day or two at someone else’s house if their place is cooler at night.

“Keeping your bedroom cool, but not too cold, can be the key to a good night’s sleep during the summer months,” says Dr. Harris. “With good sleep comes more energy to enjoy all those outdoor summer activities.”

In Fond Memory of Stanley Harvey Stanley Louis Harvey departed this life at his home in Co-op City, Bronx, NY on June 29, 2015. "Stan The Man" was well known in Co-op City; he spent many hours entertaining friends and family at Red Lobster where he is loved by many.

Stanley Louis Harvey was born in Atlanta, GA on March 19, 1949 to the late Elizabeth Stone and Emmett Harvey. Stan grew up in a loving environment in the Bronx with his mother, five brothers, and one sister.

Stan attended NYC public schools.

After leaving Metropolitan High School in Brooklyn, he joined the US Air Force where he completed basic training and received his GED. He received an Honorable Discharge from the Air Force.

Stan worked as a Security Aide for the Department of Education for many years before joining the NYC Sanitation Department. He retired early from the New York Sanitation Department in 1997 after a tragic traffic accident which caused him to be amputated below both knees. Stanley never lost his optimistic spirit. He was a pillar of strength for his family and friends because he didn't become bitter after the accident. He was a people person and continued to ride around Co-op City greeting everyone who crossed his path with a big smile. Stan was a true Pisces man. Everyone loved him and his beautiful smile, big eyes, and soft voice. It gave him pleasure to give flowers to family and friends on their birthdays. He helped anyone in need, often giving up his last dime!

Stan was always a dashing dresser, wearing classy outfits on a regular basis. He also loved music and before he lost his legs was a good dancer.

Because he was an excellent ball player, he was recruited as a member of a basketball team named, "The Nobles." The team became the New York City Champions at Madison Square Garden in 1970.

Stan leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Ernestine Youngs-Harvey (Bronx, NY); his stepson, Corey Satfders (Loretta and family), Teaneck, NJ; one sister, Gwendolyn Youngs (Clarence Youngs), Mt. Vernon, NY; one brother, Melvin Stone, Mt. Vernon, NY; his mother-in-law, Oneatha Cleveland, Bronx, NY; a special niece, LaSharn Barton, Bronx, NY; his godson and nephew, Travis Youngs, Conshohocken, PA; a special nephew, Harold Harvey (April); a close friend, Teresa Threats, Bronx, NY; and many, many, nieces, nephews, who Stanley always made feel special; cousins, inlaws, and friends.

Stanley will truly be missed by us all!

Wed., July 15

Tues., July 14

Mon., July 13

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Bartow,

Einstein,

Dreiser,

Activities in Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Activities in Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Activities in Room 7 unless otherwise noted

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

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

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

Bingo 1-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Pokeno 3-4 p.m., Rm. 35 Diabetes Support Group 2nd Monday of the month, 1 p.m.

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

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

Stay Well Exercise (On Vacation July & August) Mind Teasers 12-1pm, Rm 4 Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Last Monday of the month Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., Rm 2 Basic Cell Phone & iPad Training 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Word Games 9:30-11am Bingo 12:30-2:00 p.m.

Weight Management 10 - 11:30 a.m., Bartow Office Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m.-noon Library 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Tablet class 1st & 3rd; Cell Phone Class 2nd & 4th, Bartow Office, 12:40-1:40 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Word Games 9:3011:30 a.m.

Current Events 10 a.m.

Health Current Events Club 10 a.m., Bartow office Bingo 12:30-2 p.m.

Walking Group 9:3010:30 a.m. (For summer) Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m., 1st & 3rd Tues Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Blood Pressure 9-10 a.m. 1st & 3rd Wed. Word Games 9:3011:30 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 1011 a.m.

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

Bingo 12:30-2 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Thurs., July 16

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

Word Games 9:3011:30 a.m.

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

Bingo 12:30- 2 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Men’s Line Dancing

Fri., July 17

9 -10am

Dominoes 10 a.m.

Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45

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

Alert & Alive (On

Matinee Movie 10 a.m.-noon, Rm. 45 Pokeno 1-3 p.m., Rm. 35

Cultural Dance 10:30– 11:30 a.m., Aud. B Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday - Movie w/popcorn 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:3010:30 a.m.

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

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

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Computer Lab

Tai Chi (On Vacation July

Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

- Sept. 9)

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Art Class 1-3 p.m.

Yoga 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

Grandparent Connection 1st & 3rd Thurs. computer lab, 10:30 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise Class 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Word search 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Pokeno 1-3 p.m., Rm. 35

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

Blood Pressure 1011:30 a.m., 1st & 3rd Thu., Rm. 8 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Aud. A Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club (On

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45

Crochet & Knitting

Vacation July & August)

10am-12:00pm

Word Games 9:30am-11:30am

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Bingo 1pm

9:30-10: 11am-12:00pm

Women’s Line Dancing Card Games 2-4pm

Chat Session 10am Bingo 12:30-2:30pm Rm. 25

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday 10:00 -

Piano Sing-along

11:30am, Rm. 45

11am-12pm

Bingo 1-3pm, Rm. 35

Card Games 2-4pm Dominoes 2:30pm

Pokeno 3-4pm, Rm. 35

Meditative Moments 11am–12pm Rm. 8 Mind Teasers 12pm1:00pm, Rm. 4 Spanish Class 1-2pm Card Games, Dominoes 2-4:00pm Yoga 1:30-2:30pm, Rm. 8

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $4.00 for guest *Menu subject to change without notice.

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

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

New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Non-Kosher Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Orange pineapple juice

Mon., Southwest turkey loaf Cheese manicotti July Garlic mashed potatoes w/tomato sauce 13 Italian blend vegetables Mixed vegetables

Whole wheat bread Garlic bread Canned apricots

Alt: Veggie burger Apple juice

Tues, Barbecue chicken breast Baked brown rice pilaf July Kale w/garlic sauce 14 Alt: Egg salad

Deluxe cheeseburger w/onions Baked French fries Garden salad

Whole wheat bread Plain hamburger bun Fresh fruit

Beef Moussaka, Mushroom barley soup Wed., Mashed sweet potatoes Spanish chicken Whole wheat bread Steamed red or green Cuban style yellow rice July Fresh fruit cabbage; Alt: Baked Steamed cauliflower 15 ocean perch fish Apple juice

Vacation July & August)

Art 10am, Rm. 45

10-11:30am

Date:

Kosher

BBQ pork Kale in garlic Vedura

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Lemon pepper fish Cucumber tomato salad Mexican corn confetti salad

Challah bread Fresh fruit

Thurs., Pineapple glazed salmon Zucchini rice pilaf July Winter blend vegetables 16 Alt: Tuna fish salad

Fri., July 17

Apple juice Tuna salad Carrot raisin salad Rice salad Alt: Egg salad

Upcoming Events/Trips

There will be no refunds for all trips.

All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance No exceptions.

JASA has a system which is called Phone Tree. We will be using this system periodically to send announcements to you by phone about JASA's activities and services.

(FREE) LivOn NY - SCRIE Application Assistance/SNAP (food stamps) Medicare Savings Program & Medicaid, Friday, July 17th & 31st; August 14th & 28th; September 11th & 25th - Bring documents that verify the following: Government issued ID, address/affidavit, and total household income (such as 2015 Social Security award letter which will include monthly or yearly benefits, 2014 pension letter, 2014 income tax returns & Maintenance/Carrying charge Receipt) 10 a.m.–3 p.m. First come, first served!

Ellis Island Immigration Museum/ Statue of Liberty tour – Friday, July 17th, $15. Ferry departure, 11 a.m. sharp. Bartow: 8:15 a.m., Einstein: 8:30 a.m. & Dreiser: 8:45 a.m.

(Wait list only).

(FREE) Target – Monday, July 20th, Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. NO SEATS. Empire Casino –Monday, July 20th, $5. Bartow: 9:30 a.m., Einstein: 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser: 10 a.m. (Wait list only).

(FREE) Senior Splash 2015 – Tuesdays, July 21st through August 18th & Thursdays from August 6th through August 20. JASA will provide transportation to Senior Splash at the Highbridge Pool (Amsterdam Avenue & West 173rd St. in Manhattan) for

aquatics from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.

Pick-ups: Bartow: 8:15 a.m., Einstein: 8:30 a.m. & Dreiser: 8:45 a.m.

Jersey Gardens Indoor Outlet Mall - $15. Wednesday, July 22nd, Bartow: 8:30 a.m., Einstein: 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser: 9 a.m. (Wait list only).

Empire Casino – Friday, July 24th. $5. Bartow: 9:30 a.m., Einstein: 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser: 10 a.m. (Wait list only).

Union Square Green Market Tour – Monday, July 27th, $4. Bartow: 8:30 a.m., Einstein: 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser: 9 a.m. WAIT LIST ONLY. Woodbury Commons – Monday, July 27th, $15. Bartow: 8:30 a.m., Einstein: 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser: 9 a.m.

Birthday Party - Wednesday, July 29th, 2049 Bartow Senior Center, Room 31, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Celebrate with Signore Louise on her 103 birthday! Music: by DJ Woody. Menu: TBA. Super Wal-Mart – Thursday, July 30th, $15. Bartow: 8:30 a.m., Einstein: 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser: 9 a.m. (Wait list only).

Fairway – Friday, July 31st, $3.

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

City Island - Seafood City, Friday, July 31st, $3. Bartow: 11:15 a.m., Einstein: 11:30 a.m. & Dreiser: 11:45 a.m. WAIT LIST ONLY. Hawaiian Island Show – Lake Harmony, PA – Thursday, July 30th, $40. (Coach bus). Trip includes Welcome Reception w/homemade cake, coffee, tee, juice. Luncheon/dinner buffet, w/beer, wine/soda. Indoor pool, bowling, movies, miniature golf and other activities to be announced.

Bartow: 8 a.m., Dreiser: 8:15 and Einstein: 8:30. (Wait list only).

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FYI - 1: Caregivers Outreach Ministry Empowerment & AARP Chapter #4997 presents FREE one-on-one Computer Training Sessions – starting Monday, July 6th – August 14; 3 sessions/day; 10 a.m.-11 a.m., 11-12 p.m. or 1 p.m.-2 p.m.; Monday-Thursday.

Classes are held at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room O, 2nd floor. Feel free to bring your own iPhone, iPad, Tablet, Laptop and other Mobile devices. You will be shown how to set-up an e-mail, a Facebook account, save your pictures, make-up a flyer and other documents.

Please RSVP, 718-379-3159, to secure your place.

FYI - 2: With the sponsorship of Blue Sky Travel, we will be raffling off an Evening for Two on the Essex Clipper Dinner Train – October 3. It will include: a 2-1/2 hour train ride; 4course meal w/coffee/tea (gratuities and beverages not included); departing from the Bronx; deluxe Coach Bus transportation to/from Essex, CT. Raffle tickets are $5 – on sale NOW! Drawing will be held on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30th at 1 p.m. in the AARP Office, Room “O” in Dreiser Community Center. Contact Stella Baker, 718-379-2088 or 718320-1946 (office) for raffle tickets and additional information.

To our sick, on the mend and shutin members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718671-5493.

2015 TOUR ACTIVITIES JULY 23 – Ace in the Hole: A Tribute to the Temptations at the Brownstone – Deluxe Motorcoach, family-style luncheon; entertainment w/a live band and the Boutique Corner, $98/person. WAITING LIST. Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

OCTOBER 30-NOVEMBER 13 – Autumn Repositioning 15-day Cruise on the Norwegian Dawn. WAITING LIST ONLY. Deluxe Motorcoach to Boston, MA to board the ship going to San Juan, PR; Bonaire Curacao and Aruba; Ocho Rios, Jamaica; Georgetown in Cayman Islands; Cozumel, Mexico; returning to New Orleans, LA to fly back to New York. Double occupancy - Inside State Room - $1,853; Ocean View - $2,253 and Balcony $2,553; Insurance and 1st deposit ($600/person) due at time of reservation; 2nd payment due June 5th and final payment due 7/15. Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

DECEMBER 30 – JANUARY 1, 2016 – Royal New Year’s Eve Gala at the Desmond…$559/double; $669/single and $549/triple. Trip insurance available. Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

2016 TOUR ACTIVITIES MARCH 28 - 29, 2016 – Sampson: the Strongest Man who ever lived...at the Sight & Sound Theater; w/a stop at the Sands Casino – 2 days/1 night; $293/double; $341/single; $277/triple.

Contact Jean, 718-379-3742, for additional information.

—Delores Debnam

Happy birthday and/or anniversary to all celebrating this coming month of July.

Tuesday, July 14th – Resort Casino, $33 per person, casino bonus of $25 slot play. Pick-up starting at Einstein, 8 a.m., followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Please bring your casino card and a photo I.D. Thursday, September 17th – Hunterdon Hills Playhouse for their luncheon comedy show, Social Security.

Enjoy their delicious entrees and their famous unlimited desserts buffet. All entrees are served with salad, vegetable and homemade bread. Cost per person, $79, which can be paid off at your discretion. Final payments are due by

September 1st.

Saturday, October 3rd – Annual Raffle Luncheon at the Seashore Restaurant – City Island. Cost per person $52. Enjoy their five selections of entrées you choose from. All served with antipasto to their delicious Strawberry layered cake. Donations of gift cards are gratefully accepted. As in any of our functions, all profits are donated to our three charities.

For all of the above agendas, call Loretta at 718-671-2958, Annie E at 718-320-1874 or Lydia at 718-6713005, Monday to Saturday, 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., and 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

—Lydia Ruas

Join us on Wednesday, July 8th for Bingo in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m., at the Einstein Center, in Section 5. Members only. Coffee, tea and cookies during intermission.

On August 12, Wednesday, join us for our trip to La Nevis, for a Motown show. The price is $75, which can be paid out for your convenience. You will enjoy, singing and dancing along.

Lunch included.

Menu: Pasta Marinara, Chicken Francais and Roast beef with gravy.

Two free drinks per person. Cheese cake, coffee or tea included. Soda on the table. Final payment due by July 23rd. Pick up time is 8:30 a.m.

Our trip to the Tropicana Casino is on July 28th; cost is $33. Return is $25 slot cash. Please don’t forget your picture I.D. Wednesday, October 14—Going to Westchester Broadway Theater to see the iconic musical, Showboat.

Menus at your table. Six entrees to choose from, salad and dinner rolls, for starters. Pick up time is 9 a.m.

Designated spots for all trips are: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

Our hours are Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Call us at 718-379-9613.

Otherwise leave your name and number, and we will return your call.

—Ann Schlanger

Einstein Cancer Fund

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION Events for July CR Program - Mondays, 3:30 p.m.: July 20 - Superhero Bookmarks; July 27 - Build-a-Superhero.

Toddler Time - Tuesdays, 11 a.m.

Teen Tech Time - Tuesday, July 21, 3 p.m.

Knitting Basics for Adults - Wednesday, July 15, 11 a.m.

CR Spy Academy - Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m.

Tech Connect (Excel) - Wednesdays, July 15 & 29, 5:00-6:30 p.m. JULY 22 - NO TECH CONNECT CR Program Super-Bingo — Thursday, July 16, 3:30 p.m.

YA Program Craft it w/Comics — Thursday, July 23, 3 p.m.

CR Program Color Me Crazy — Thursday, July 23, 3 p.m.

Teen Advisory Group — Thursday, 3 p.m.

Click On - Fridays, 10:30 a.m.; July 17 (Basic Internet); July 24 (Email); July 30 (MS Word) Toddler Crafternoon Flying Airplanes — Friday, July 24, 11 a.m.

YA Program Science of Superheroes — Thursday, July 30, 2 p.m.

Hot Spot Lending Event — Saturday, July 18 & July 25, 11 a.m.

Film — Saturday, July 18, 2 p.m.; The Hunger Games: Mockingjay Pt. 1 Summer Superheroes program for 1-8 Grades - July 6 - August 20, Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/Thursdays, 2-5 p.m. Enrollment required.

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue

American Jewish life is well organized. Some critics of American-Jewish culture feel that it is over-organized.

The fact is that Jews have created institutions by working together to take care of each other’s needs, in sickness and in health, from the cradle to the grave. Community life is as natural as breathing. There is a Yiddish adage that expresses this concept with the wry realism that only Yiddish can convey.

A Jew never has to walk. Why?

“Tsum bris brengt men, tsum chasunah feert men, tzum minyan shlept men, un tzu levayah trukt men.”

Why does a Jew never have to walk? Because he is brought to his circumcision, led to his wedding, dragged to the synagogue, and carried to his grave.

Mordecai Kaplan, the great Jewish philosopher, summed it up well: “The will to live is animal; The will to let live is human; the will to help others is divine.”

Young Israel of Co-op City

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

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

On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 7 p.m. Saturday morning

services start at 9 a.m., Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m.

The Rabbi’s class on the Ethics of Our Fathers begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon.

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

It’s summer time, the kids are home from school, and many of us have our vacation time now and staying home.

Don’t forget that our laundry room is for all of us, so please don’t remove laundry carts from the laundry room, even for a short period.

Please don’t forget about your clothes in the washing machines and dryers, it’s very aggravating for those waiting to do their wash and drying.

Enjoy Wicked Wednesdays, music

sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, every Wednesday on the Section 5 greenway.

The highlight of the summer is coming up on August 22, when Section 5 hosts its second annual Fun in the Sun block party on Section 5 greenway.

For all those celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, or blessed events, congratulations. Those under the weather get well soon.

—Linda Werner

Buildings 30 A and B Association

Traditional Synagogue

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby 27B), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Synagogue: 1718-379-6920.

Note: Our office hours are on Thursday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Candle Lighting on Friday, July 17, is at 8:05 p.m.

Shabbat ends on today, Saturday, July 11, at 9:18 p.m.

Coming Events From now through the summer, Friday night services will be held at 7 p.m.

Services will be held today, Saturday, July 11, at 9 a.m. Join Rabbi Daniel Kronengold in prayer.

We hope that you will sign up to

sponsor a Kiddish to take place after services on Saturdays.

For Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, we are happy to announce that Cantor Ringel will be returning to us.

Dues are due for both the synagogue and Sisterhood.

Good and Welfare Happy belated birthday to Mimi on July 4.

Best wishes to all celebrating special occasions this month. We have tree certificates “in Honor of” or “in Memory of” a special occasion or a condolence.

The cost is $15 per tree.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy recovery.

Mimi Berlofsky welcomes all calls at 347-427-4526.

We look forward to seeing you soon.

—Miriam Berlofsky

Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph's cordially invite you to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month.

Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month.

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

P.S. Summer Break: The Sunday School is officially on summer break

from July 12 until Sunday, September 6. The choir will continue to August 2 and then, together with all other groups, take a break for the month of August.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 12, when we will celebrate the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost.

Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate.

For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org.

“Righteousness shall go before him, *and peace shall be a pathway for his feet.” —(Psalm 85:13) —M. Chambers

St. Joseph's Episcopal Church

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Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 or 11:00 a.m. for worship service. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50. Our telephone number is 718320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Mid-week worship service and Bible study classes are on hiatus for the summer and will resume on Wednesday, September 9. Prayer

Services are also on hiatus and will resume on Friday, September 11.

Beginning July 6 to August 28, the church will have a summer Liturgical Performing Arts intensive day program for ages 6 – 17. This program will include daily Bible study, prayer, and writing, African drumming, theatre, poetry, literature, gospel music, field trips and games. This summer program will end with two performances that will showcase their program experience. Registration will be held every week on Mondays from 3 p.m. – 7 p.m., Tuesdays from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m.,

and Thursdays from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Tomorrow, Sunday, July 12, the Christian Education Ministry will hold a celebratory service at 11 a.m.

The guest speaker is Minister Dr. Carol Billups, Minister of Christian Education, Shiloh Baptist Church, Shiloh Baptist Church, Bridgeport, CT. Everyone is invited to this celebratory service.

On Sunday, July 19, the Lay Shepherd Pastoral Ministry will celebrate their 5th Anniversary at the 11 a.m. service. All are invited.

The annual church picnic will be

held on Saturday, July 25, at Lake Compounce, located in Bristol, CT. All tickets are $65, no children prices, and must be paid for immediately. Call 718-671-1918 or 718-320-3774 for additional information or reservations.

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

Pentecostal Tabernacle, 100 Co-op City Blvd., first floor, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. You are invited to attend services on the following days.

SUNDAYS: Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Evangelistic service begins at 7:30 p.m. every Sunday evening.

WEDNESDAY: Morning Prayer and fasting service will begin at 11 a.m.

- 12:30 a.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will be held every Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m. Effective Fervent Prayers change things. Come and experience the power of Biblical prayers. God’s power is released through His Words. Come and study the Word of God; it can change your life.

2 Timothy 2:15 - Study to show thyself approved unto God, a workman that needs not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.

FRIDAYS: Youth service starts at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: Virtue is the quality that sustains our entrance and standing before a holy God and allows the strength and healing presence of God to flow through us.

Philippians 4:8 - Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report, if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

A Christian’s strength resides in his or her relationship with God. A life filled with virtue results in a clean conscience and removes any cloud of guilt, providing a bold entrance into the presence of the Lord. A virtuous life fulfills the purpose for the grace of God, making that work complete.

Godly virtue adds value to human life, and that enhancement becomes obvious to others. Paul joined Peter in encouraging the pursuits of virtue when he admonished Timothy to give himself wholly to righteous principles.

Meditate upon these things; give thyself wholly to them; that thy profiting may appear to all. Take heed unto thyself; and unto the doctrine; continue in them, for in doing this thou shall both

save thyself, and them that hear thee (1Timothy 4:15-16) Believers are required to live a victorious life, and increase in their knowledge of the things of God. Peter referred to virtue as one of the stones in the foundation of the believer’s faith.

2nd Peter 1:5 And beside this giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge.

Paul concluded that adding virtue to faith is a profitable venture that causes the believer’s value to rise even in the eyes of those around him.

For more information, call: 718324-0334, 646-345-6707 or 917-8345877.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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emergency and routine maintenance repairs throughout the development. He/she will perform HVAC repairs, including clearing of condensation lines, blower fan and motor replacement. The selected candidate will be tasked with plumbing repairs on lines up to 2 1/2 inches diameter and snake sewer lines. This new employee will use manual and electric equipment and perform electrical troubleshooting techniques to repair apartments, public space circuits and devices.

Job Description: Ideal candidate will: • Test electrical circuits or components for continuity, using electrical test equipment. • Repair or replace defective equipment, components, or wiring. • Discuss heating or cooling system malfunctions with users to isolate problems or to verify that repairs corrected malfunctions.

• Repair or service heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to improve efficiency, such as by changing filters and motors. • Comply with all applicable standards, policies, or procedures, such as safety procedures or the maintenance of a clean work area. • Record and report time, materials, faults, deficiencies, or other unusual occurrences on work orders. • Perform preventive or general maintenance procedures, such as cleaning, power-washing, or vacuuming equipment, oiling parts, or changing filters. • Cut or drill holes in floors, walls, or roof to install equipment, using power saws or drills. • Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe or tubing, using pipe fitter's tools. • Obtain or already have and OSHA 10 hour card.

Job Requirements: HS Diploma or equivalent is a plus; Successful candidate should have 1 to 3 years of experience in maintenance; Candidate should have a working knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures; Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather, as well as lift and carry up to 80 pounds; Valid Driver License (NY, NJ, CT, or PA) Required; Knowledge of OSHA and safety requirements related to performing maintenance repairs; Must be available for emergency work; Must be able to read and write in English; Bi-Lingual is a plus.

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Under the supervision of the Community Relations Director, this candidate will be responsible coordinating day-to-day operations of a fast-paced community relations office environment. He/she will be required to independently organize, set priorities, manage multiple complex tasks while establishing and meeting deadlines. This selected individual will interact with shareholders, vendors, outside agencies, as well as other departments within Riverbay. Candidate must be detail oriented coupled with excellent customer service skills.

Job Description: Ideal candidate will: • Maintain website for Riverbay Corporation. • Work with IT Department, and web consultant to ensure the web servers, hardware and software are operating accurately. • Generate and revise web pages. • Examine and analyze site traffic. • Lay out content on web pages. • Meet with

designers and staff to agree on site's design. • Coordinate and post to social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram).

• Coordinate special company outreach projects: Power Plant Video, Cooperators Orientation Video and orientation, etc. • Maintain and update events calendar. • Create, maintain and update mailing lists and directories using Excel. • Update and convert flyers using Publisher and Acrobat. • Create correspondence, agendas and reports using Word. • Create and coordinate mailings and flyer distribution. • Organizes and schedule department meetings including minute taking. • Coordinate tickets and vendor sales. • Interact with shareholders, community organizations and churches, outside agencies, vendors and volunteers to coordinate all aspects of special events.

• Responsible for event set up/tear down. • Works with other department to finalize logistics for events. • Works with audio/video department to request and follow up on audio and video needs for events. • Compile and maintain photo and video catalog • Research and compile potential media outlets. • Coordinate mailings and follow up to media. • Develop comprehensive volunteer program.

Coordinate 12 current volunteers and recruits more for special events. • Manage administrative duties including accounts payable and receivable, maintaining files, answering the phone, ordering supplies and other duties as assigned. • Coordinate and manage small projects as requested. • Maintain confidentiality and discretion with sensitive issues. • Receive, screen and direct calls and visitors throughout the day. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Public Relations, Communications or related fields (such as in English, Business, or Media); 2-4 years’ experience in communications or a related position (such as marketing, journalism, or sales); Candidate should have a working knowledge in Microsoft Office that includes MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Adobe products; Experience in project management with a proven track record of delivering on objectives; Experience of developing and implementing media, advocacy or marketing campaigns; Experience of representing an organization to the public or/and media; Knowledge of the environment in which non-governmental organizations operate; Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills; Strong attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills; Ability to work calmly under pressure and within a small dynamic team; Excellent interpersonal and networking skills; Ability to manage a complex workload and work on tight deadlines; Must be able to read and write in English; Bi-Lingual is a plus.

Testing Requirements: Submit a Writing Sample; Drug Screening Test; Background check.

Days and Hours: Days and hours of operation will vary on a flexible schedule.

How to Apply: All applicants are advised to submit a resume along with the application.

Applications are given out at the below address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

———————————————————— Job posting: Open to 153 Union Members from July 2, 2015 to July 10, 2015 Open to All applicants from July 13, 2015 to July 21, 2015 • Job Reference #: 15-42 Request for transfer/promotion must be received by the Human Resources Department by July 10, 2015.

Employees are responsible for submitting the transfer forms in person to the Human Resources Department.

Employees who are promoted will receive the applicable

rate scale for this position.

Residential Sales Department Receptionist Under the supervision of the office manager, ideal candidate will be responsible for all front desk activities.

This includes fielding questions from potential applicants and shareholders regarding new and transfer applications.

In addition, he/she will input applications into the Sales system and automated waiting list, and scheduling appointment for Directors. Plus, answer phones/voicemail messages, mail applications to interested parties, prepare DHCR mailings, and enter DHCR approvals into computer system. Prepare application packages for office handouts and mailings. He/she will schedule move-outs and move-ins and apartment inspections. This candidate will also handle store deliveries and maintain daily emails to other departments. Candidate must be detail oriented coupled with excellent customer service skills.

Job Description: Ideal candidate will: • Operate telephone switchboard to answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages, or scheduling appointments. • Greet persons entering establishment, determine nature and purpose of visit, and direct or escort them to specific destinations. • Schedule appointments and maintain and update appointment calendars. • Hear and resolve complaints from customers or the public. • File and maintain records. • Receive payment and record receipts for services. • Perform administrative support tasks, such as proofreading, transcribing handwritten information, or operating calculators or computers to work with pay records, invoices, or other documents. • Transmit information or documents to customers, using computer, mail, or facsimile machine. • Analyze data to determine answers to questions from customers or members of the public. • Collect, sort, distribute, or prepare mail, messages, or courier deliveries. • Provide information about establishment, such as location of departments or offices, employees within the organization, or services provided. • Calculate and quote rates for products or services. • Process and prepare memos, correspondence, or other documents. • Keep a current record of staff members' whereabouts and availability. • Take orders for merchandise or materials and send them to the proper departments to be filled. • Perform duties, such as taking care of plants or straightening magazines to maintain lobby or reception area. • Schedule space or equipment for special programs and prepare lists of participants. • Enroll individuals to participate in programs and notify them of their acceptance. • Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: HS Diploma or equivalent is required. College degree is a plus; Successful candidate will have at least 1 year receptionist experience/apartment leasing or real estate sales related experience is a plus; Candidate should have a working knowledge in Microsoft Office that includes MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Adobe products; Candidate should be able to type 30 to 40 wpm; Bi-Lingual in Spanish is a plus; Applicant must have ability to sit or walk for long periods of time as well as lift and carry up to 15 pounds; Must be available for emergency work; Must be able to read and write in English.

Testing Requirements: Drug Screening Test; Background check.

Days and Hours: Monday through Friday; Hours will vary between 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

How to Apply: All applicants are advised to submit a resume along with the application. Applications are given out at the below address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Applications are given out at the following address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Riverbay Corporation Administration Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475; OR Resumes can be faxed to 718-320-3672 with the Job Title and Job Reference # on the TOP RIGHT CORNER of the resume. *Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer*

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