Co-op City Times 07/23/22

Vol. 57 No. 30

Saturday, July 23, 2022

801 Co-op City Blvd. Application Closed

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

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Working Together for a Sustainable Community President’s Report

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gratulate our re-elected incumbents, Rod Saunders, Michelle Marbury and Monique Coleman, and

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Closure of Eastbound Pelham Pkwy.

Entrance Ramp (See page 3)

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Riverbay’s Legal Team

Suspect Wanted in Manhattan Bank Stabbing Arrested by CCPD Officers in Co-op City On Sunday, July 16, in the early morning hours, Co-op City Public Safety

Warrant Squad responded to Co-op City in an attempt to locate and apprehend a

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Buss, Nancy Durand (seated), Margaret Echevarria, Jennifer Stewart (seated), Charles Cooper and Marcos Ayala.

Photo by John Crow

New NYC Council Maps Released for Public Review

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Monday’s Thunderstorms Brought Flood Waters to Bartow & Dreiser

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

BY ROZAAN BOONE

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tunnels around the city bringing traf-

Photo by Rozaan Boone

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I am honored to represent you as President of the Riverbay Board. I am eager to work with the Board, Management, and the community and to be a representative who is visible, transparent, and accountable to you. While we achieved a new mortgage settlement allowing us to use $124 million towards capital improvements for our aging infrastructure, we are facing challenges in the coming weeks and months as we continue to struggle with the increase in the prices of natural gas, supplies, our property insurance, and operational budget. We will continue to have those conversations with you to ensure you are aware of what is coming before us as we meet head-on those challenges together.

I know you’ve heard this before, but Co-op City is not immune to market pressures being experienced nationwide and indeed, worldwide. Co-op City does not exist in a vacuum. As many of us have experienced in our own personal households, cost for just about everything has skyrocketed exponentially and those Board has been working with Management to keep expenses down and to maximize cost savings wherever possible. It is important that we continue to tackle these on our shareholders as much as possible and without expect as homeowners in this development.

We look forward to partnering with our legislative team is putting together a portal that we hope will be operational by August 1st. It will allow all of us as invested partners of this community to provide ideas on things we can do better. Are there any cost saving down? We need your voice and we expect nothing less. Being a cooperator means we own a share of this property; therefore, it is imperative that we work

together to continue to lead Co-op City in its sustainability for years to come. We encourage you to partner with us as a team.

“Great things in business are never done by one person; they’re done by a team of people.” –Steve Jobs Shareholders First – We Matter.

Saludos a mis compañeros accionistas, miembros del Directorio y Gerencia. En primer lugar, me gustaría felicitar a nuestros titulares reelegidos, Rod Saunders, Michelle Marbury y Monique Coleman, y a nuestras directoras recién elegidas, Lynette Wright y Jacqueline Smith. Fue necesaria una elección ampliada para obtener un quórum en el que votaron 5,022 accionistas.

Votar es un derecho que nos permite como ciudadanos hacer oír nuestra voz. La realidad es que muchos no participan en el proceso electoral. Nosotros, como país, vamos a la zaga de muchos otros países en la participación electoral. Esto es triste dado que quienes nos precedieron lucharon por este derecho. Este año, teníamos una opción en la boleta electoral de la Junta de Riverbay que permitía a los accionistas votantes abstenerse si no querían votar por ninguno de los canando retrasos a costa de los accionistas. Analizaremos otras opciones y oportunidades en nuestras próximas elecciones para ver qué podemos hacer mejor para alentarlos a votar.

Me siento honrada de representarlos como presidente de la Junta de Riverbay. Estoy ansiosa por trabajar con la Junta, la Gerencia y la comunidad y ser una representante que sea visible, transparente y responsable ante usted. Podemos logramos un nuevo acuerdo hipotecario que nos permite usar $124 millones para mejoras de capital para nuestra infraestructura obsoleta. Enfrentamos desafíos en las próximas semanas y meses a medida que continuamos luchando con el aumento en los precios del gas natural, los suministros, nuestro seguros de propiedad y convectores que

presupuesto operativo. Continuaremos teniendo esas conversaciones con usted para asegurarnos de que estén al tanto de lo que se avecina a medida que enfrentamos esos desafíos juntos.

Sé que ha escuchado esto antes, pero Co-op City no es inmune a las presiones del mercado que se experimentan en todo el país y, de hecho, en todo el mundo.

Co-op City no existe en el vacío. Como muchos de nosotros hemos experimentado en nuestros propios hogares, el costo de casi todo se ha disparado expoafectando a nuestra corporación. La Junta ha estado trabajando con la Gerencia para mantener bajos los gastos y maximizar los ahorros de costos siempre que sea posible. Es importante que sigamos abordando estos desafíos de manera inteligente para ayudar a mitel nivel de prestación de servicios que esperamos como propietarios de viviendas en este desarrollo.

Esperamos asociarnos con nuestros funcionarios legislativos y construir relaciones más sólidas que nos ayuden a lograr nuestras metas comunitarias. El equipo de Riverbay está armando un portal que esperamos esté operativo el 1 de agosto. Nos permitirá a todos nosotros, como socios invertidos de esta comunidad, brindar ideas sobre las cosas que podemos hacer mejor. ¿Hay alguna idea de ahorro de costos que pueda ser un que somos dueños de una parte de esta propiedad; por lo tanto, es imperativo que trabajemos juntos para continuar liderando Co-op City en su sustentabilidad en los años venideros. Le animamos a asociarse con nosotros como equipo.

“Las grandes cosas en los negocios nunca las hace una sola persona; son hechos por un equipo de personas.” –Steve Jobs Somos Accionistas Primero – Nosotros Importamos.

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Riverbay Safety Department’s Mold Program The Riverbay Safety Department oversees the corporation’s mold program throughout Co-op City. In the event a shareholder observes mold in an apartment, a call must be requesting a mold assessment which will be conducted by the Safety Department. Once an assessment is completed and it is determined that mold is present, an investigation will begin to determine the cause of the mold. When the

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Farmer’s Market The Harvest Home Farmer’s Market is open every Wednesday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Asch Loop and Aldrich St. next to the Fire Station.

Enjoy healthy, naturally-grown fruits, vegetables and more! The Farmer’s Market will be available until November 23.

Co-op City Fridge Needs Volunteers The Co-op City Community Fridge is looking for volunteers to assist with Saturday distribution of fresh fruits, vegetables and dry goods. If you are interested, please come to the location next to the Mosholu Community Center in Section 5 on Saturday morning between 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Covid Testing Van NYC Health & Hospitals’ Test & Trace Corps operates a Mobile Covid-19 testing unit daily in Co-op City from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. on a rotating basis. The mobile testing van’s schedule for next week is as follows: Mon. & Tue. – 177 Dreiser Loop Wed. & Thu. – 135 Einstein Lp. Fri., Sat., Sun. – 2049 Bartow Ave. (All locations are approximate, depending on availability of parking.)

Appointments are not required.

Walk-ups are welcome. Scan the QR code on the side of the van to work, or a health care professional can assist you on board.

Masks Mandatory in Co-op City Common Areas Shareholders and their guests must wear a face mask and observe social distancing while in common areas: elevators, laundry rooms, stairways, hallways, lobbies, community centers and garages.

No more than four people per elevator ride or in a laundry room simultaneously.

Masks must be worn properly, covering both your mouth and nose.

Failure or refusal to wear a mask when approached by a CCPD

Department will schedule an appointment to remediate the visual mold in accordance with the regulations.

Shareholders should be aware that if the Safety departsessment visit caused by the shareholder’s actions such as a dirty vent in the bathroom or a vent that has been covered or closed, the shareholder will be charged the fee for the assessment and remediation of mold/mildew in the apartment.

The same applies to items on top of convections that result in dirt and debris falling into the convector and blocking tors such as furniture.

Mold vs. Mildew Mildew: of white, gray, or yellowish fungus that is lying on the surface of a moist area. Mildew usually turns black or brown over time. Mildew can grow on any organic matter such as wood, walls and wallpaper and is caused by humidity and moisture. During the winter months, when the heat goes

temperature and a food source such as plaster, wood, etc.

PLEASE NOTE: RIVERBAY DOES NOT CLEAN MILDEW IN TUBS OR TILE. Housekeeping is the responsibility of each individual shareholder.

Mold/Mildew Prevention Tips for Shareholders 1. Look for condensation and wet spots. Clean up all water spills immediately.

2. Prevent moisture by increasing surface temperature 3. Keep convectors free from clogs.

4. Do not store any items on top or against convectors.

There must be at least 3 feet of clearance.

5. If your apartment does not have a bathroom fan, make sure the bathroom window is left open a minimum of 1 inch.

6. Ensure bathroom fan is operational. Shareholders are responsible for keeping fans clean. Use a small baby bottle cleaner to clean out the louvers. DO NOT close louvers or cover the fan.

Clorox wipes.

10. During the non-summer months, leave some windows open to increase ventilation.

11. Keep the apartment clean. Clutter can fuel mold.

12. Bathroom walls and tubs must be cleaned weekly.

Use green cleaning products. To help prevent mildew on tile and tubs.

and, as the weather warms up outside, humidity can also help the mildew process along.

Mold: Usually fuzzy or slimy in appearance. It appears as irregularly shaped spots that can have different colors.

Oftentimes, surfaces that are covered in mold begin to rot.

Most typical indoor air exposures to mold do not present a risk of adverse health effects. Molds can cause adverse ef-

This will attract and capture moisture, plus it will eliminate musty odors and create fresher, cleaner air.

14. Fully extend your shower curtains open after each use so mildew does not grow in the damp folds of the curtain.

determine if mold is present, a visual inspection is necessary. On rare instances where a strong musty “odor” is detected, this may indicate the presence of mold. In order for mold to grow, the following are required – Moisture, correct

chemicals through to their roots and this includes minusDo not place plants on top of your convectors. This could lead to soil, dust and debris blocking your convector drain.

Bx23 & Q50 Complaints

Closure of Eastbound Pelham Pkwy.

Entrance Ramp to Northbound Bruckner Expwy./I-95 Interchange

Co-op City commuters are reminded to contact the

cess moisture.

and Q50 schedule. The updated schedule was shared by

Detour begins on or about Monday, July 25, and continues through Friday, Aug. 5

cient and late buses as well as unannounced changes to

New York State Department of Transportation

Government and Community Relations wrote to Board Director Rod Saunders on Friday, July 8: “To provide service from Co-op City to the Pelham Bay Park subway station, two extra weekday Bx23 runs have been created to serve all sections of Co-op City during the 3:00 a.m. – 5:45 a.m. time period. There are 9 trips leaving Erskine Place/Earhart Lane at 3:00 a.m., 3:30 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 4:30 a.m., 4:45 a.m., 5:00 a.m., 5:15 a.m., 5:30 a.m., and 5:45 a.m., arriving at Pelham Bay Park station 24 minutes later. There is a Flushingbound Q50 trip departing Pelham Bay Park station 4 – 6 minutes after these Bx23 arrivals. The extra trips were

Pelham Parkway entrance ramp to the northbound Bruckner Expressway/I-95 Interchange on or about Monday, July 25, and continuing through approximately

$50 Community Fine.

See page 6 for safety tips during a heat wave.

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online at https://contact.mta.info/s/customer-feedback; or on Twitter @NYCTBus.

Drivers are advised to be on the look-out for posted detour signage for access to the northbound Bruckner This closure is necessary to reconstruct the northbound Bruckner Expressway/I-95 Interchange as part of NYSDOT’s project to enhance safety and mobility northbound Hutchinson River Parkway.

NYSDOT is working closely with the contractor and local communities affected by the closure to maintain safe access throughout the interchange area.

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its favor, relying on text in another part of the zoning resolution that isn’t applicable to this site, i.e. section 13-23, which applies to the Manhattan Core,” Chair Perlmutter went on to say.

cants requested and then explained how BSA determines the appropriate amount of parking reduction in individual cases.

“What is before us is a proposed reduction in required ambulatory care parking from 323 spaces to 269 spaces, which is the reduction under our special permit of 54 spaces. The maximum permitted reduction under the special permit is 161 spaces, so the request is far less than what we typically see,” Chair Perlmutter said. “This Board typically looks at the parking demand analysis to determine the appropriate degree of reduction, if any. The demand study in this case reveals that 212 spaces are needed to meet demand for both the existing nursing home and adult day care and for the new proposed ambulatory care facility. The study, which was conducted in 2019 so it’s not a Covid time period study which DOT demand for 108 spaces for the existing facility where 104 spaces are provided and a demand of 104 spaces at peak times for the ambulatory care facility.”

After Chair Perlmutter spoke, other BSA Board members expressed their support for the project and its ability to satisfy parking demands, while also acknowledging the concerns raised in opposition to the project.

Those in opposition to the project are concerned about the impact the project will have on the Co-op City community and the availability of on-street parking for shareholders who live in neighboring buildings.

In a phone call with the Co-op City Times, Riverbay Board Director Rod Saunders explained his opposition to the special permit and emphasized why reducing parking spaces would create an “undue burden” on shareholders.

“Garage 2 is overcapacity,” Director Saunders said, before highlighting that an additional 193 people are also waiting for a space in Garage 2. He also outlined how the project would lead to an increase in double parking, disrupted parking, which would ultimately contribute more air pollution in Co-op City.

Director Saunders reiterated his points during the public review session of the hearing.

Community Board 10 also voiced their opposition to the project during the public review portion of the hearing. Matt Cruz of CB#10 restated the Community Board’s opposition to the special permit.

“We are asking the BSA to consider the current dynamics and how reducing the parking requirement for this building will negatively impact the transit desert that is the Co-op City community,” Mr. Cruz said.

Previously, in addition to other concerned shareholders, then-Riverbay Board President Bernard Cylich had also written to Chair Perlmutter to express his opposition to the developer’s application for a special permit. In that letter, submitted at last September’s public hearing, Mr. Cylich expressed his opposition residents, many who work off-hour shifts. The applicant’s reduction of their offstreet parking will cause more cars seeking inadequate on-street parking. This will cause a direct and immediate hardship for Co-op City residents. The unique geography of the Co-op City neighborhood does not provide available on-street parking that could absorb the proposed parking loss from 801 Co-op City Blvd.”

After hearing public testimony again this week, Chair Perlmutter made a note to the representative of the developers to consider adding stackers to the garage

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Happy belated birthday to Ms. Helen Atkins who celebrated her 84th birthday on July 1, 2022. Family and friends join in wishing Ms. Atkins many, many more happy returns and the very best wishes for the coming year.

The Game is Just Getting Started

Today, Saturday, July 22, GameOver NYC continues its basketball camps in Co-op City made possible by the Riverbay Fund. Playing on the 140 Bellamy Loop Court, kids 11 and under will start playing at 9 a.m., ages 12 -14 will start at 10:30 a.m., and ages 15-16 start at 11 a.m. While the registration is closed, those on the waiting list may still have an opportunity to play under certain circumstances. Since heat is a variable, water will be readily accessible.Next Friday, the 29th, family tween Co-op’s camp and GameOver’s Brooklyn camp.

Dinner at Bartow Older Adult Program

The JASA Bartow Older Adult Program has been serving dinner to seniors on Tuesdays-Fridays, 3-4:30 p.m. in Room 31, and lunch on Saturdays from noon-1 p.m. in Room 28. The dinner and Saturday lunch programs are only available in the Bartow Center. This is in addition to the lunch program and activTuesday-Fridays, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

JASA Dreiser and Einstein Older Adult Programs operate Mondays-Fridays, 8:00 a.m.-4 p.m. Lunch is served from noon-1 p.m. The cost of all meals is $2. For Photos by P.M Campbell

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Taifa ‘Harmony’ Bartz & The Harmony Experience

Tunes on Tuesdays!

It’s

HAPPENING in Co-op City!

BY P.M CAMPBELL Could you hear it from Drieser? Last week’s Tunes on Tuesdays featured electrifying jazz from Taifa “Harmony” Bartz & the Harmony Experience performing on the Section 2 Greenway. The series is funded by Councilmember Kevin Riley and organized by Riverbay in cooperation with The Onaje Allan Gumbs and Sandra Gumbs foundations and The Jazz Foundation of America. Dressed in red and black, they sported top hats, sunglasses, and corsets and button ups. On vocals, Taifa “Harmony” Bartz led, Keith “The Captain” Gamble on guitar, Dave Dawson on drums, Kevin Belle on keys, Julz Alexander on background vocals, and Ian Jesse, falls out of [her] mouth.” The band played their own renditions on songs by Gil Scott Heron, Etta James and Morris Day. They infused jazz with aspects of rock, and slow rhythm and blues with upbeat jazz. The band remained fresh throughout their two-hour show and left the audience with one of the most exciting experiences of the summer.

Photos by P.M Campbell and Pamela Y. Rozon

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The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor,

Letters to the Editor

verify the authenticity of the authors. Anonymous – • or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters • cannot – exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters are solely the writer’s and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times

Stand up For Quality of Life

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Where are the decent people of our community? Why do folks feel comfortable enough to sit outside on the benches, in close proximity to the tot lots, along the greenway paths, smoking marijuana, in the presence of small children and seniors? What happened to setting a positive example in the presence of children to show them what is right and wrong? What happened to discretion? Why not smoke in your own apartment, not the stairwells on Why expose the rest of us to this annoying behavior?

Shareholders may want to sit outside on the benches to view and listen to nature. Those activities are impacted by the stench of marijuana, the sound of foulmouthed individuals who may or may not reside here. It is infuriating that our community is occupied by individuals who have no decency.

Through a collective effort, we can bring about the change decent shareholders crave for, reasonable levels of noise, the fresh aroma of grass and nature, sharing this beautiful space. This letter is an appeal to all shareholdSafety to address these quality of life issues. This activity unpopular amongst the majority. What do you think?

Share your thoughts here in this forum, write a letter to the Co-op City Times.

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Constructive Construction?

Drivers, bikers, and bus riders have begun to notice.

“What are they doing over there on Pelham Parkway?

and I am sorry to say that there has been a decline in ‘’caring The Grounds Dept. has done an excellent job of keeping the grounds in superb condition. We can assist them by placing bottles, cans and other debris in the trash containers. We can disposing of our waste materials properly and wiping up spills so that we and our neighbors will not slip and injure ourselves.

In the laundry rooms, pick up dryer sheets to avoid others from slipping on them.

In addition, I am in complete agreement with cooperator affected in any way, don’t just complain to your neighbor, report it to the proper sources. And, be persistent until the matter is properly addressed.

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A Serious Problem in Co-op City Directors, the governing body of the shareholders? It is obviengaging in partisan politics that could affect the lives of the people they are to set policies for, and for the well-being of each shareholder.

Yet what we are witnessing is politics, in other words, agree with the slate or team you represent. Never mind that the true

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the shareholders they represent year after year. cerns of the shareholders? There are rarely any viewpoints by are facing in this community.

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interests, and they are comfortable, and actually see results and accomplishments, we will continue to have shareholders with no interest in the election process year after year – it is it. This next step directly addresses the main intent of the

they are not receiving the services they are entitled to receive in this development?

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• Never leave infants, children, older adults, individuals

way know that turnaround well. That’s the self-imposed This detour is expected to run through August 5.

That is horrifying news. That means NYS DOT expects

5 drivers seek out by taking that turnaround from Pelham ment project was to lessen

mobility improve-

would do the exact opposite while devastating Section 5 in the process.

Join together. Save Section 5.

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quickly heat up to dangerous temperatures, even with a window cracked open.

• Drinking enough water is one of the most important things you can do to prevent heat-related illness. An average • Avoid sugary, caffeinated and alcoholic drinks.

• Stay in an air-conditioned place as much as possible.

LETTERS TO We welcome letters to the editor

• Don’t use an electric fan when the indoor air temperature Why is that horrifying? All that would be left of this phase of the project would be the destruction (or, at best,

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when indoor air temperatures are hotter than your body tembath, shutting out sun and heat with curtains, and moving to an air-conditioned place to cool off.

• Try to limit your outdoor activity to when it’s coolest, areas so that your body has a chance to recover.

• When outdoors, protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen that has

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Letters should address issues of insponsible. Letters should not personally attack others and must be written in a respectful manner.

Only signed letters will be considered for publication. The Co-op City Times does not publish anonymous material.

Submissions must include the writer’s address and phone number – which will Thank you for your cooperation.

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Public Safety Report

Public Safety Department Maintains a High Quality of Life in the Community by Enforcing Laws

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety works proactively to ensure a high quality of life in the Co-op City community. This is accomplished by strictly enforcing New York City Penal Law and Administrative Laws. Some of the more common laws enforced for this purpose are Public Consumption of Alcohol, Trespassing, and Disorderly Conduct. A person can be charged accordingly when more than one of these violations are committed.

Within Co-op City, these laws are enforced by both the Co-op City Department of Public Safety and the New York City Police Department.

Enforcement of Quality of Life goes on all year long but the summer provides some additional concerns for the Co-op City Department of Public Safety. The purpose of this article is to ensure that everyone stays safe and has fun without interfering with the high quality of life people have come to expect within the Co-op City community. In some cases, what may seem like just a group hanging out having a good time can lead to a disruption to non-participant shareholders attempting to enjoy day-to-day life in Co-op City without unwanted noise or distraction.

The New York City Administrative Code states that it is illegal for anyone to consume alcohol in a public place within New York City. Enforcement of

Public Safety Blotter July 10 – July 16, 2022

July 10 – 2440 Hunter Avenue A cooperator reports collector coins missing from a bedroom drawer. The cooperator is not sure who might have removed the collector coins without his permission.

July 11 – 900 Co-op City Blvd.

A cooperator reported an unknown individual removing various items from her parked vehicle without permission. The cooperator was advised to file a report with NYPD also.

July 12 – 2069 Bartow Avenue A cooperator reported entering the Bartow Mall and while stepping out of his vehicle to ask for directions, an unknown individual entered his vehicle and drove away. NYPD was notified.

July 13 – 99 Dreiser Loop A cooperator reported returning to his parked vehicle in Garage #2 and observing the front Chevy badge removed by an unknown individual.

No other damage reported.

July 14 – 4160 Hutchinson River Parkway A cooperator reported that while waiting at the bus stop, three young males shouted profanities at him while pointing an unknown object in his direction. All three males then fled the area. No injuries were reported by the cooperator.

120 Asch Loop A non-resident reported that while her vehicle was parked on the street, she observed from a window, her child’s father slashing all four of her vehicles tires. The suspect fled the area after being confronted by the non-resident. NYPD was notified and is investigating.

July 15 – Rear 2049 Bartow Ave. A cooperator returned to her parked vehicle and observed both the front windshield and rear window smashed in with a brick, which she believes was done by an individual

she is having problems with.

July 16 – 133 Einstein Loop CCPD Emergency Service Unit responded to the Einstein Mall for a cooperator who was assaulted. The cooperator suffered injuries to the face and lost consciousness. The cooperator was evaluated and treated

by CCPD Emergency Service Unit and transported to Jacobi Hospital.

CCPD and the 45 Pct. are investigating. A person of interested has been identified.

Bellamy Loop Basketball Court CCPD Emergency Service Unit responded to a call of a male with broken wrists while playing basketball. CCPD Emergency Service Unit evaluated and treated the male cooperator at the scene with FDNY EMS transporting the cooperator to Jacobi Hospital for further treatment.

July 16 – 140 Casals Place CCPD was dispatched for a barking dog. Upon arrival, it was determined that the barking dog was unauthorized. Two Community Complaints were issued, one for the barking dog and one for harboring an animal.

119 Einstein Loop A member of the CCPD Detective Unit observed a perpetrator wanted for an assault of a bank security guard who was stabbed in the neck.

The crime occurred on 86th Street on the Upper East Side. After a brief struggle, the perpetrator was apprehended by CCPD. BLOTTER BONUS: Package delivery theft continues to be a problem citywide and throughout our community. When placing orders, it is recommended to send the items to a location where someone can receive the package or require a signature. So if you don’t want to reorder, request a signature from the transporter.

this law is essential to maintaining a high quality of life within Co-op City.

Consumption of Alcohol is a violation of the Administrative Code and Public Safety officers may issue a Universal Summons in lieu of arrest when this violation is observed.

According to the Administrative Code, “no person shall drink or consume an alcoholic beverage or possess with intent to drink or consume an open container containing an alcoholic beverage in any public place.” A public place is defined as a place to which the public has access including highways, streets, roads, sidewalk, parking area, shopping area, place of amusement, playground, park or beach located within the city. Premises licensed for sale and consumption of alcohol and their private property are excluded. Block parties or feasts with permits are also exceptions to this law.

The New York State Penal law gives the officers of Co-op City Department of Public Safety the ability to make arrests for persons observed to be acting in a disorderly manner with intent to cause public inconvenience, annoyance or alarm. Arrests for Disorderly Conduct can be made when certain specified behaviors are observed by Public Safety officers. Disorderly Conduct is a violation of the law. The New York City Penal law states that a person is guilty of disorderly conduct when they engage in fighting or in violent, tumultuous or threatening behavior.

A person who makes unreasonable noise or uses abusive or obscene language, or makes an obscene gesture in a public place can be charged with Disorderly Conduct. Disturbing a lawful assembly or meeting of persons also constitutes Disorderly Conduct. Anyone who creates a hazardous or physically offensive condition by any act, which serves no legitimate purpose, is also guilty of disorderly conduct.

Persons who obstruct vehicular or pedestrian traffic or who congregate with other persons in a public place and refuse to comply with a lawful order of the police to disperse may be also guilty of Disorderly Conduct, however, recent legislation has presented challenges to law enforcement in enforcement of this inconvenience to the public. Public Safety may still enforce these laws, but the threshold or burden of proof has been raised. Any contraband recovered in a search subsequent to arrest can result in additional criminal charges. By keeping the malls and buildings free of disorderly conduct contributes to a better quality of life.

The issuance of a New York City Universal Summons is considered an arrest.

A Co-op City Community Complaint is also issued for Anti-Social Conduct to residents for any arrests within the community. This fine starts out at $300.00.

Fines double for each repeat violation. The fees can be automatically added to the monthly carrying charges. After several Community Complaints are received, shareholders may face eviction. This is another tool that is utilized to maintain (Continued on page 23)

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

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

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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

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

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

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non-Hispanic, 1.8% Asian and 1.4% of the population identifying as mixed race or other, according to nyc.redistrictingandyou.org.

Following the release of the Preliminary Plan, the New York City Districting Commission will gather more public feedback on the proposed map by hold-

scheduled to begin at 4 p.m.

Zoom during the public hearings. Public testimony may also be emailed to publictesti-

gandyou.org.

It’s Graduation Time! dent in your household who excelled this past school year, let us know so their accomplishments can be shared with your neighbors. Send your sub-

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Michelle Marbury, Assistant Treasurer

What I Know for Sure I must start by thanking each and every shareholder and resident who voted for me, who had a kind word to share, who showed me love and a nudge of support.

You know who you are. You told me to hang in here.

You told me I was made for this. You encouraged me. You believed in me, because you know I believe in you, and for that, please know that the gratitude I feel is immeasurable. This is what I know for sure.

If you don’t know who you are, if you don’t understand your history, then you have no idea of the possibility of what your future could be… We are 52 years of sustainable, affordable housing. The of today without compromising the needs of future generations. Sustainable housing has the potential to produce good quality housing at a price that is affordable both in the short and long term.

I understand that wherever there is a hierarchy, wherever there is someone who is the superior, there is this feeling that “Oh, I’ve got to make myself dominant or I’ve got to kick somebody around.” A part of my role as director will be to mitigate that… to open people’s hearts, so that we can see that we are all more alike, than unalike (to quote, Dr. Maya Angelou). This too, is what I know for sure.

Looking ahead The plight before us as directors is multifaceted.

But the most important of all the work we do is to raise the consciousness of the shareholders to understand that “they are not tenants.” To know how very important it is to participate in our own election. We bent the rules in an unprecedented three (3) extensions to complete the 2022 Riverbay Board Election.

We must understand that if we don’t have this structure and we don’t have a Board, then we lose our corporation, we lose our Mitchell-Lama status.

If we lose that, then affordable housing goes down the drain. We could be taken over and these apartments which we call home could be privatized and be put up for market value. Many people here would be put out. This is what I know for sure.

We Are I was employed for 20 years with the author of the hit song, “We Are Family.” Oftentimes when I hear that song, I think of us, our community. Why? Because we “are” one huge family. Our family is made up of passionate, smart, accredited shareholders and residents who want to and should serve this multicultural community. I’ve learned that it does take a village, not only to raise a child; that village (in this case, our committees, our organizations, clubs and especially our building associations) are the structure that our corporation is built on. Tear that down or do nothing to support that structure and you have what amounts to NOTHING. But! When we unite, when we get involved and lend our talents, offer our resources, then and only then

Rivers Run Community Garden Put on your dancing shoes and join us for Bomba today at the garden. Fun is to be had by all!

towards improved mental and physical health. We provide all types of workshops including nutrition,

Norment: Thank you to those who came by the garden on July 16 to pick up seeds and seedlings for growing their food at home. Co-op City is located in growing zone 7, so we have approximately four

tion, planting, construction and crafting. We are the outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares as well as residents and neighbors. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit. Stay. Experience us. $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds.

window growers. I still have lots of seeds to share.

If you are interested, please reach out on the Rivers Run Community Garden Facebook page. Also, please share photos and discuss challenges and successes with growing indoors to create new learning opportunities. All ages and stages are welcome!

Please tell your friends and family about this amazing place where we not only grow fruits and vegetables, but we grow knowledge and friendships.

volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome. If you would like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_ run@yahoo.com, or call Denise Shelley at 917-2322982 or me at 718-671-3801. Mailing address for dues (checks only): 100 Casals Pl. #32K, Bronx, NY 10475.

we come together before and after Open Board meetings; in our building associations, and if your building doesn’t have one or if your building does but it’s not from the village (i.e., the other associations or the committees) and make it work. It’s not hard, shareholders.

You just have to care enough about what belongs to “you.” The governing of this property, this corporation, belongs to you. Don’t just let it go. Don’t leave it up to us. Make sure you are actively involved. Make sure that when we go into the board room, your voice, your opinions, are a part of our collective solutions. Don’t I believe we here at Co-op City are a microcosm of the world. I believe, we are “the possibility.” We can be that shining example of what the world should look like. As directors, we’ll do what is necessary in the boardroom. We’ll represent you, present resolutions, see that Management carries out the policies put forth by the Board as the voice of “you,” the shareholders, who make up the Riverbay Corporation. But it’s more than that, shareholders. As humans, we are bound up in each other’s humanity. It is each one of us, divided by ALL of US, becoming a force for the good of all of us. This too, I truly know for sure.

Time to get to work. Thank you again for your priceless time and your all-important vote. Thank you for reading my viewpoint. I can be reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com.

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National Council of Negro Women NCNW National – On Wednesday, July 13, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune, American to be represented with a state statue in National Statuary Hall, a central room of the United States Capitol. Her statue replaces one of a little-known Confederate general who was among the last to surrender after the end of the Civil War in 1865. The statue, carved in white marble from the same quarry as Michelangelo’s “David,” depicts Bethune in graduation regalia and cap with books, symbolizing the fact that she also founded Bethune-Cookman University, a historically Black university in Daytona Beach, Florida.

The inscription is one of her best-known quotes: “Invest in the human soul. Who knows, it may be a diamond in the rough.”

The Honorable Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, opened and closed the ceremonies as the Honorable Val Demings, US Representative of Pres. Richburg and First the Tenth District of Florida; the Honorable Kevin McVP Melton adding to the Carthy, Republican Leader of the US House of Reprecommunity refrigerator sentatives; the Honorable Marco Rubio, US Senator of

Florida; and the Bethune-Cookman University Concert Chorale.

NCNW Co-op City Section – It is with deep sadness that we mourn the death of Roberta Boozé, Co-op City Charter members who were with us to celebrate our 50th anniversary. She was a part of our original memwho were chartered on June 13, 1971 in Co-op City,

by Dorothy I. Height, National President of National Council of Negro Women, Inc. Roberta, a NCNW Life Member, also served as treasurer, chairman of our fundraising committee and of our Founder’s Day program.

Her meticulous records of the beginning of our Co-op Co-op City Section City Section serve as the archival basis of our history.

Charter Member She was a cherished and deeply loved member. We Roberta Boozé will miss our sister!

Social Media – www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com; on Facebook: NCNWCoopcityBethune; Twitter:@NCNWCoop City; Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com.

––Joyce Howard

African American Association African-American History Quotes “The cost of liberty is less than the price of repression.” –W.E.B. Du Bois “In recognizing the humanity of our fellow beings, we pay ourselves the highest tribute.” –Thurgood Marshall “Whatever we believe about ourselves and our ability comes true for us.” –Susan L. Taylor spirit.” –Wilma Rudolph Summer Break Now – Come back and join us in September!

The AAACC will break for the summer months and will return in September to bring you rousing topics and events to stimulate your mind and move you at the deepest levels of your soul. For this reason, we hope you will be moved to join the African-American Association of Co-op City. Become a member to be allowed entry into our gatherings. Platforms until the pandemic is completely over are presented via Zoom meetings and webinars. There may be some outdoor meetings until the cold weather sets in. Remember, membership is only $15/year for a single membership and only $25/year for your household. Email: aaaccpower@gmail.com or call 929-430-3255. The African American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

Noteworthy dates!

Sunday, September 18 – General Membership Meeting Sunday, October 16 – General Membership Meeting Sunday, November 20 – General Membership Meeting Saturday, December 10 – Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration with the Coalition of

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

Emergency: 718-671-3050 Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330

www.ccpd.us

@CCPDnyc

African-American Churches and Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. The African American Association sponsors the following programs for your participation: (Contact respective instructor indicated below for updates.)

Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson – Contact: Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon – Contact: Cynthia, 917903-7073.

Salsa Class with Keith Witherspoon – Contact: Keith, 917-561-6211.

Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena Sharpe-Hicks – Contact: Meena at 917-863-1507.

Co-op City Baptist Church “Gospel Line Dancers” with Joyce Smith – Contact: Joyce, 718-320-0714.

“Each one of us, divided by all of us, equals a force for good!”

––Michelle Marbury

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Daryl Johnson

Management Report, 5/2022 - How Are We Doing?

We recently received our management report for May 2022. So, let’s see what’s happening in our community.

Drop a Dime on Them During the month of May, our Public Safety department received over 1,300 calls. Within this number, there were 37 calls about animals. Now, the report didn’t go into details about animals. However, I’m very sure that the majority of those calls were about some cooperators and their dogs. How do I know? A lot of cooperators have approached me personally about this same matter.

Now, some cooperators may have thought that they wanted a particular dog. However, they made a choice to ignore the overall reputation and the possible aggressive nature of that dog. Thereafter, they decided to bring that dog to their apartment. Training?

No way! Then, slowly but surely, that dog started to act out—terribly bad. And, without a good leader, the dog started to display aggression and other horrible qualities towards the owner and everyone else.

Apartment? The dog is barking, growling, and creating a disturbance. Elevator? The dog displays violent behavior towards everyone. Outside? The dog aggressively pulls the owner on the greenway and other places.

Then, it wants to attack other dogs. Nevertheless, the dog’s owner thinks that the dog is displaying friendly behavior when it wants to jump and lunge towards other people. And, of course, the dog’s owner doesn’t think that they have a responsibility to clean up after their dog.

So, this is why our cooperators call our Public Safety department. And, this is why community complaints are issued. Now, a lot of cooperators are complaining about dog droppings throughout our community. And, they’re blaming Riverbay for not catching everyone for cleaning up after their dog.

However, here is what I think might be a better approach to dealing with the cooperators that refuse to clean after their dog. Question: Did you know that $250 if a capable person doesn’t pick up after their dog? That’s right! So, Riverbay should charge a different amount, say $200, to these cooperators. Now, the same time. So, let’s get our cooperators involved with this matter and issue a $100 reward to them.

In other words, a cooperator can simply observe an offense from their window or from anywhere. Then, they can call our Public Safety department with the exact date, location, time, and description of everything. A photo or a video would also be great. Our then a $200 community complaint can be issued and placed onto their carrying charges. Then, the witness would receive a $100 reward for their information.

So, how much money do you think that our cooperators that provide valuable information to our every single day? Thereafter, do you think that the offenders will start following our rules regarding cleaning up after their dog if they know that someone is going drop a dime on them? Absolutely!

Noise is another big category on the report. Therefore, our cooperators had to call our Public Safety department 216 times during May. Now, do we have some issues with unnecessary noise conditions in our community? Yes. For instance, the laws concerning ice cream trucks and mobile vending trucks are clear when they state that these vehicles can only play their jingles while they’re in motion.

Yet, we have ice cream trucks that will park their vehicle in certain locations and blast that same jingle all day long. However, our cooperators need to study, conduct business, rest, and have quiet moments. Then, we have some people that want to deliberately blast their music out of a vehicle all night long on the weekends.

So, some of our cooperators are waking up during the middle of the night because of this foolishness.

Then, they can’t fall back to sleep because the music is so loud. Furthermore, that lack of sleep is causing big problems for them at work and in other places. Horrible!

Precinct posted a photo of some equipment that they are hereby invited to visit Co-op City to deal with this matter.

In Co-op City, there are some cooperators that make a lot of unnecessary noise. For instance, why would someone take a hammer and start banging on some objects during the middle of the night—every night?

What about dragging furniture around an apartment during the middle of the night just to cause a disturbance? Do you think that there could be problems if a child is allowed to bounce a ball and yell all day long?

Look, if your answer is yes or maybe, then please think about your neighbors when your children want to play in your apartment. Now, some cooperators might say that they don’t care about anyone. And, that’s when these situations escalate. For instance, there have been

several situations wherein someone started banging during the middle of the night just to retaliate against their neighbors and their children? Then, there have Close Can you make a goal to clean up after your dog?

Also, can you make a goal to reduce the noise in your apartment? If yes, then, your help and kindness will be appreciated.

Thank you.

Contact Information Please do not send a letter to me at this time. However, you can send an email to me at: djohnson@ riverbayboard.com. would like to have a brief discussion with me. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week.

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

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NAACP

Mission Statement: Our mission is to secure the political, educational, social and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Known as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), it profoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th Century American History.

Vice President Kamala Harris to Address 113th NAACP National Convention and NAACP President Derrick Johnson released the following statement: “We could not be more excited to welcome the Vice President to the 113th NAACP Convention. Over the last 113 years, we’ve welcomed Presidents and Vice Presidents, from Eisenhower, Kennedy, Ford, Carter, Reagan, Clinton, Bush, Biden and Obama. But we’ve never welcomed a Black woman vice president.

That is evidence of progress. It is evidence of power. The Vice President has been by the far-right on our freedoms. We are honored to have the Vice President join us in this critical and pivotal moment for our democracy. It is essential people go out and vote this November, and that will be the focus of this year’s convention.”

U.S. Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke will address the efforts by the Department of Justice to defend democracy and civil rights at the 113th National NAACP Convention and will also receive this year’s prestigious Williams Robert Ming Award, an annual accolade honoring legal professionals who exemlegal work for the NAACP. Secretary of Labor Mary Walsh and Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Marcia Fudge will also address the 113th NAACP Convention during a federal legislative and public policy event. Secretary Walsh and Secretary nounced. President Biden and Vice President Harris have also been invited. For more information, go to: NAACP.org.

We Need You in the Fight: Each and every NAACP member makes a difference to the complex, ongoing work of advancing racial equality. Join this multi-generational network of activists dismantling structural racism by using your power to take action on the most pressing issues of our time. Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP. Become a member or gift a membership: Adults are $30 and youths are $10.

Make checks/money orders payable to: NAACP Co-op City #2210; and mail to: N.A.A.C.P. Co-op City Einstein Station, P.O. Box 75-3111, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

––Brenda Brown

Building 27 Association Hello, neighbors. Summer is here and the weather is comfortable thus far.

Children are out of school for summer break. We wish our children safety, happiness and peace as they enjoy the summer. Please stay cautious and follow all instruction that is given to you for your best. It is good to see the youths playing basketball in the school yard with young mentors. This is exactly what our youths need.

Civil Service Exams – Visit NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) online for the schedule of civil service exams if you are looking for employment; https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/index.page.

Cooperators – We are waiting on improvements to our buildings, apartments and directional signage to direct drivers to the correct buildings, since some addresses cannot be seen from drivers in their cars. Let us also cooperate and keep our hallways, compactor rooms and paper bins nice and neat. If you forget the doggies we complain about. We love our homes and community; let us work together to keep it clean.

Tractor Trailer Trucks – Let us consider we are near the I95. There are rules that the truckers must follow after driving a certain number of hours. There are cooperators who sit on Community Board 10; we should engage them in this task to take up the matter with City Council and Councilman Riley. Councilman Riley is on the City Council’s Land Use Committee. The Community Board members who reside in Co-op City can report back to the community as they look into this matter of priority parking for the truck drivers. Remember, we depend on the drivers to transport our goods and food from all over the country.

Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. We continue to offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the families that have lost loved ones. We and she will gladly acknowledge your birthday by sending you a card, she is excellent in sharing good will. Also, notify her of any illness, if a neighbor is deceased and if anyone is in a nursing home.

“It takes the best in each of us to make the best world for all of us.” – Diana Manning ––H. Overman

Broun Place Townhouse Association with the highest number of units voting per cluster/building. Congratulations to all the candidates and to the newly elected directors of the Riverbay Board of Directors. Attendees at the Board meeting, including me, were very surprised But, it was great to see our townhouse cluster well represented at the Board Meeting last Wednesday. Congratulations to our new Board and our new Riverbay Corporation President, Sonia Feliciano. It has been our pleasure to work with President Feliciano in the past.

Also, much appreciation to our hardworking Grounds Department for the care they give Broun Place. We are interested to know subjects of concern to accommodations for people with disabilities policy,” concerns us. Also, understanding shared value ownership in your apartment is important, this is another issue to discuss. Let me know your concerns. The Co-op City Times is available online at: http://issuu.com/cctimes to look up answers.

Let us take care of our recycling properly. Do not allow your dog to run unleashed or unguided when toileting. Someone allowed their dog to use Broun by using the bins at our garages; or just realize that no one wants your used goods. Recycling instructions are on the fences and bins. The white bin is dedicated to paper goods. Mattresses need covering and furniture and electronics put neatly. Do not randomly litter bottles and masks. Green and red pails, saying “Keep Co-op City Clean” are placed to hold pedestrian waste, meaning no house garbage. Please do not throw your masks on the street! We have bins and pails. lems rather than gun violence or physical violence. There is too much suffering due to violence, for example, the nineteen children and two long-time teachers killed in Uvalde.

It is settled. Private cars are not allowed on our internal walkways. Should you see a private car or truck, please report to CCPD or CSO. It is a safety hazard.

Covid-19 numbers are rising again, please wear a K95 mask, or other approved masks in crowds when you are out and about. Testing and vaccine centers are printed in the Combing section of the Co-op City Times. Check vaccine gov/covidvaccine. Seniors, register with the Riverbay “RUOK” Emergency contact programs. This is critical for those living alone or with a chronic ailment.

Our association extends sincere condolences to families and friends who are suffering loss and illness. We hope for better health to all recovering from sickness.

Remember, keep dancing and better days are ahead! Wakanda forever!

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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Co-op City Times / July 23, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Rod Saunders

Thank You to All Who Participated – Working with You Continues As I stated previously in the Co-op City Times back on June 29th, I want to thank all of the 5,131 shareholders who participated in this year’s Riverbay Board of Directors election process.

I am especially grateful to those of you who cast your vote for me, and for the members of the Stronger Together team of Lynette Wright and Jacqueline Smith. Our team had many supporters. I want this community to know how special it was for us to have the support of current Riverbay Board Directors Leslie Peterson, Leah Richardson and Anika Green-Watson, and the support of past Riverbay Board Directors who served admirably during their Helen Atkins, Pastor Deborah Jenkins, and my wife, Shirley Saunders. I want to restate that their support was “rock solid and invaluable.”

There are many more to thank, including cooperators who contributed monetarily to our campaign, distributed our campaign materials, stopped to speak with us individually, and those of you who collaborated with us by sharing their insights for making Co-op City a better community overall.

Perspectives Learned During the Campaign I want to let shareholders/cooperators with whom I had the opportunity to engage during the campaign know that I heard you! While we all live in the same community, we do not have the same issues that we want to have addressed. The residents in Section 5, for instance, are very concerned about patrolling their area of the campus. Others with vehicles parked in garages 7 & 8 expressed concerns relating to the security of their vehicles.

I spoke to one gentleman while he waited for the BxM7 at 5:30 one morning and he expressed a serious concern about his vehicle being vandalized.

Everyone is tired of the congregation of certain individuals who continue to occupy areas in front of the Einstein Center as well as many cooperators

who have a genuine fear of pitbull dogs they feel are menacing. I promise to address those and other matters of your concerns.

All throughout the longest Board election campaign ever, our team (Stronger Together) engaged Co-op City residents who were not looking to vote in this year’s election process, nor had participated in any other Board election. More shareholders than I would have suspected have any idea who the Riverbay Board Directors are, or what we do.

Far too many shareholders believe that Riverbay Board members and Management are one and the same.

It is clear to me that the Board has failed on many levels to provide our incoming shareholders with a clear and concise understanding of the cooperative Mitchell-Lama concept, our role as shareholders, responsibilities, or Management’s role as the overseer of the day-to-day operations of the corporation.

In my opinion, that’s the Board’s fault, and going forward, the entire Board needs to work diligently to see to it that we do a better job of educating our community of shareholders on “cooperative” living.

Our team (while respectful of the two other incumbent members of the Board who were successful in regaining their seats) was disappointed in not having our fourth team member, Blossom Johns, be elected to the 2022 Board of Directors.

In my opinion, Blossom was unfairly personally attacked during one of the three scheduled forums.

Blossom Johns, co-Chair of the former Co-op City Ad-Hoc Committee Against MTA Bus Cuts, will continue to work through the MTA for the routing and scheduling of the Bronx Bus Redesign as Blossom and newly elected Board Director Lynette Wright appear in the MTA’s video: Faster Buses for https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KNAYrWwtBU4&t=41s

The Early Bx23 Bus Service – Advocacy Generated by Former Ad-Hoc Committee Member While working on the campaign, we still managed to meet with the MTA regarding the Bronx Bus Redesign roll-out which began on June 27th.

The MTA originally scheduled the discontinuance of the Q50’s 3:30 a.m. start time.

The Bx23 always began at 5:00 a.m. That left our train station from 3:30 to 5:00 a.m. This was discovered by former MTA Ad-Hoc Committee member Ron Altieri. I immediately emailed the Assistant Director of Government & Community Relations about the error made by the MTA in their scheduling of the Q50’s start time, and received an emailed response; thank you, Ron! Referencing our telephone conversation on 7/1 in regards to bus service from Co-op City to the person provided the following update: Bx23 runs have been created to serve all sections of Co-op City during the 3:00 a.m.-5:45 a.m. time hart Lane at 3:00 a.m., 3:30 a.m., 4:00 a.m., 4:30 a.m., 4:45 a.m., 5:00 a.m., 5:15 a.m., 5:30 a.m., and minutes later. There is a Flushing-bound Q50 trip these Bx23 arrivals. The extra trips were created on This information was immediately shared with the Co-op City Times which publicized the updated schedule to inform Co-op City commuters.

In closing, I want to thank you again for supporting our team. I’m very appreciative of your votes and glad to be re-elected to the Riverbay Board of Directors.

Thank you for reading my viewpoint, and I can be reached at rsaunders@riverbay board.com.

Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry - 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m., for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pick up or after.

It is a 30/31-day rotation on average. Black Forum will text registered guests if items outside of regular distribution become available. All guests must present a pantry card to receive food. Remember to bring at least four clean shopping bags with handles and a shopping cart. Masks required and physical

distancing observed. New registrants can receive ID NYC card, a non-Driver’s, or Driver’s license with a 10475 address to register.

Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City on Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., to pick up groceries. receive food. Registration is open at this location for Section 5 residents.

Reminder to all clients, recerpick up groceries in 2022. No exceptions. Required

documentation is as follows: NY State Driver’s license, NY State Non-Driver’s or NYC I.D. (zip Cards, Job I.D.s and Access-A-Ride I.D.s are not acceptable.

Defensive Driving Class - An online version of the course is available at the Empire Safety Council website: https://www.empiresafetycouncil.com/.

Use the promo code “WRIGHT” to receive a discount. We will inform the public when we resume in-person classes.

Contact Us: Reach out to us at coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

––D. Illis

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Church of the New Vision Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Church of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Church phone: (718) 671-8746, and Pastor’s phone: (914)-522-5039.

There is one service at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday School will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Masks are required and temperature will be taken. Services can also be viewed on YouTube after 1:00 p.m.

Our verse for 2022 is: (Isaiah 54:17) “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgement you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from, Me, say the Lord.”

Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study start at 7:00 p.m. The Conference Line Number: (646) 769-9900, Access Code: 3099388. Once prayer has begun, please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity.

July 17 Worship Service: “The Lord is My Banner.”

Scripture: (Exodus 17:15-16) “And Moses built an altar, and called the name of Jehovahnissi: For he said, because the Lord hath sworn that the Lord will have war with Amalek from Generation to generation.” (Exodus 17:7-16; 1 Corinthians 15:57-58; 1 John 4:4; Romans 1:16) 50th Anniversary Banquet – Saturday, October 8, 1-6 p.m. at Eastwood Manor. Anniversary Guest Speaker: Reverend Dr. Shelton Williams. Adults:

$100, youth: $50. For tickets and information, contact Sadie James, 718-652-8943, or Hermena Smith, 718-708-5035.

Journal Committee: In celebration of the church anniversary, a commemorative journal is being compiled. If you would like to purchase an ad, contact Brenda Brown at 718-671-3748 or Hermena Smith at 718-708-5035. The ad prices are as follows: inside front/back cover: $200; full-page: $100; half-page: $60; quarter-page: $40; eighth-page: $30; business card: $25; booster: $5; add a photo: $20. Ads must be purchased by September 15.

The Lord has blessed Church of New Vision for the past 50 years and through it all we are still here in unity by God’s grace – abiding in faith, hope and love. Because a small group of believers saw a need and had a mission to move forward in unity with a purpose, Church of the New Vision was established on November 12, 1972 in the Co-op City community located in Section 5. Today, as members, visitors, and friends of the Church of the New Vision, you can be a participant in this 50th Golden Anniversary Fundraiser with your contribution of $50, signifying Make payment payable to Church of the New Vision and note: 50th Golden Anniversary.

Thank you for your contributions. Mailing address: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

––Brenda Brown

Circle of Christ Church - Iglesia Circulo De Cristo 147 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475 (lower level).

COME AS YOU ARE… Psalm 122:1 – I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”

If you are looking for a place of worship in the local area aimed at teaching the transforming word of God, Circle of Christ Church invites you to fellowship with us. We are a non-denominational, multicultural, and loving church that accepts you just the way you are. Our Senior Pastor Elisamuel Colón and the body of Christ are committed to loving people into a life-changing-liberating relationship with God. The English service has a Bible-centered children’s church for ages 5 to 12. We have a food pantry that serves the community, and we offer family counseling based on need. If you are interested, please contact us at (347) 945-1992, or on Facebook@Circle of Christ Church. See schedule below and follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and on our website circleofchristchurch.com.

Monday-Friday: Devotionals on Facebook Live at 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday: Bible Study on Facebook Live 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Thursday: Women Prayer Group (in-person) at 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Spanish Bible Study on Facebook Live from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

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

Saturday: F.A.I.T.H. Outreach for the homeless, every second Sat. of the month Young Adults, every third Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Men’s Fellowship, every other month: 11:00 a.m.

Couples Fellowship, every other month: 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Services: Spanish, 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m. & English Service, 11:15 a.m.1:30 p.m.

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

Nuestros servicios dominicales son en español e inglés. Tenemos un equipo de adoración ungido y un ministerio de danza que ministran regularmente. El servicio de inglés tiene una iglesia de niños centrada en la biblia y un programa de guardería donde se atiende a los niños de 5 a 12 años de edad. Consulte nuestro programa a continuación y síganos en Facebook y en nuestro sitio web circleofchristchurch.com. Distribuimos alimentos y ofrecemos asesoramiento familiar según las necesidades. Si está interesado, contáctenos al (347) 945-1992.

Servicios: en persona, en YouTube y Facebook Live Servicios dominicales: Español, 9:00-10:30 a.m. & Servicio en Inglés, 11:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Devocionales de lunes a viernes en inglés en Facebook Live a las 11:00 a.m.

Martes Estudio Bíblico en Facebook Live, 7:00-8:30 p.m.

Jueves Grupo de oración de mujeres (en persona) de 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Jueves Estudio Bíblico en Español en Facebook Live a la 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Viernes Operation Grace Youth Service, 7:00-9:00 p.m. (en persona) Cada primer sábado del mes: Ministerio de mujeres, 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Cada segundo sábado del mes: F.A.I.T.H. Alcance para las personas sin hogar.

Cada tercer sábado del mes: Adultos jóvenes, 12:00-2:00 p.m. (en persona).

—Pastor Sam Colon

Building 25 Association We would like to take this opportunity to remind our neighbors to check on one another, especially the elderly. Thank goodness for home health aides who take care of their basic needs, but think about the loneliness one may feel if living alone, now some may enjoy their privacy, so we are not asking you to barge into anyone’s life in the name of caring, but there are some who will welcome a phone call or a social visit. Also, we want to revisit the Department of Public Safety “RUOK” (Are You OK) program, which provides daily check up phone calls and emergency assistance when needed. There is an application you can complete and return to encourage you to call Public Safety and inquire.

We wish all neighbors born in July a happy birthday. For those of you who are under the weather, we hope you get better soon. We continue to extend our deepest sympathies to families who have lost loved ones to the pandemic and other illnesses.

Our next building association meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 20, at 7:30 p.m. So, look out for detailed information notices posted near elevators as we get closer to the meeting date.

Remember, residents of Building 25 can always address any comments or concerns by logging onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail. com. If anyone has problems accessing the building email address, please let us know.

We will close with the following: “To love our neighbor as ourselves is such a truth for regulating human society, that by that alone one might determine all the cases in social morality.” –John Locke ––Wanda Bailey

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Co-op City Times / July 23, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Anika Green-Watson

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Greetings, neighbors!

I hope everyone is enjoying the warm weather and the longer

daylight hours.

again, to our newly elected Board directors and incumbents who were sworn in last week. We have a talented group this year and I am looking forward to doing great work together.

I am writing this viewpoint from our nation’s capscribe promoting the participation and representation of groups with different abilities and backgrounds. of the workplace, I couldn’t help but think of the fective leadership in other spaces, particularly in a boardroom setting.

Why I believe diversity (and equity) matter in the boardroom – While diversity looks at the many ways people differ, equity looks at how we create fair access and opportunity for those people. Every votes to elect a new Board executive team (consisting of a president, 1st vice president, 2nd vice president, treasurer, asst. treasurer, secretary, and asst. secretary). Math has no opinion. If it matters, measure it...

In the two executive election cycles since I became a director, the executive team has remained largely intact. Five of six current executive positions are year (and, in some cases, the two years before that as well). In addition, none of the directors elected for are represented in executive positions. This is true despite the fact that new directors comprise just north of 25% of the entire Board. Even as the composition of the Board changes, the executive body remains relatively the same. Have we created fair access and opportunity for our elected Board members to showcase their abilities? Personally, I think we could and should be doing much more.

The importance of inclusion – I believe inclusion centers on the same two principles mentioned above – access and opportunity – and can be a catalyst to foster cooperation and collaboration. Think about the last time you felt excluded from something; did it motivate you?

I recall a question posed during the 2021 candidate forums, about which committees the then-incumbents had chaired in the preceding year. I remember hearing the incumbents describe the process through which committees were assigned and immediately thinking of ways to update it.

Once elected, I arrived prepared to discuss solu-

AARP Chapter #4997 Greetings to our family and friends from your local AARP #4997 Chapter. We are proceeding forward with some changes into the full summer of 2022. Unfortunately, Covid-19 and its variants are once again on the rise in our area. We should all be masking up while indoors and outdoors for our own protection. A new virus, Monkeypox, has its own vaccine that is being distributed as needed. We need to stay vigilant. The Riverbay Corporation has made it known that masks are required in all the public areas of our community, for our safety. Follow the rules, please.

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When we reach Resorts Casino, you will receive a voucher for dinner and a coin voucher. Please stop

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. for your convenience. The telephone number is 718-320-1946, or call Ms. Brown at 718379-3370 for details.

Our SYEP (Summer Youth Employment Program) is doing very well. The young adults are explaining the use of electronic devices to many seniors, and many are requesting to have another appointment with the same young adult! This program is proving once again to be a positive experience for all. We will be available until August 11. Note the correction to the end date of the program.

We had a great turnout for the primary voting in June and we have another primary voting session coming up in August. We will be voting for State Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives.

Please remember to come out and vote during this next election process.

On a very personal note, the Executive Board of AARP Chapter #4997 regrets to inform you that our President Jean Mickens has submitted her resignation, which we have sadly accepted. President Mickens is experiencing some health issues and feels that she cannot give 100% to the organization at this time. Without being able to do her effective and complete job, she would rather step down for now. We wish her all the best and feel that her health is the most important issue. Ms. Mickens has been a very involved and positive part of the community for rah Henry is now the president and can be reached

914-668-0800 212 Hutchinson Blvd.

Mount Vernon, NY 10552

“We’re here when you need us.”

From Mrs. Wilson, Good and Welfare contact, we are sending prayers and wishes for continued improvements to two of our very active members: Ms. Glenna Wright and Ms. Hannah Brown, who are now on the mend from their own issues. We wish them continued progress. Please contact Mrs. Wilson at 718-671-5493 with any news you wish to share.

––Ann Purnell

tions to what I’d understood as the problem and then rolled up my sleeves to pilot a more streamlined system of selecting committee chairs for recommendation to the Board President. The result? Every Board director who applied for a committee chair position last year was awarded at least one committee. There were no directors who chaired more than two comthink we have a perfect system? No. Was it an improvement over prior years? I believe so.

What would the result have been had I not had a seat at the table and an opportunity to share my vision? Of course, we can never know, but inclusion provided the vehicle to introduce new solutions.

No one person or group has a monopoly on good ideas. A sustained commitment to honoring the diversity of our Board can serve as an asset to our community. For that reason, I think it’s imperative that we onboard new Board directors and allow them full participation to share their ideas, both through executive leadership and committee appointments, because that’s why the community elected them. I look forward to capitalizing on the talents of this Board and fostering a space where we can all do our best work.

As always, you can contact me any time with comments or questions. The easiest way to reach me is through my Board email at awatson@riverbayboard. com. Stay well and I’ll see you around.

Retirees of Dreiser Loop Greetings, retirees! enjoying the beautiful summer weather.

Trip Committee – Our Trip Committee is sponWind Creek Casino and shopping at the Wind Creek Outlets in Bethlehem, PA on Tuesday, September 13.

The cost for this trip is $45 and you will receive a free $25 slot play from the casino. The second trip will be to the Villa Roma Resort in Callicoon, NY on Tuesday, October 11. The cost for this trip is $100 and it includes lunch and a tribute to Tina Turner and Whitney Houston show.

Proof of your Covid-19 vaccination will be required when you pay for your ticket. Everyone will be required to wear a face mask while traveling on the bus.

The bus for both trips will pick up at 8:00 a.m. in front return to Co-op City, the bus will drop off at Einstein Please contact Serita at (347) 564-5722 if you would like to attend these trips or have any questions.

Journal Committee – If you purchased a journal ad in our 50th Anniversary Journal and you have not yet received your journal, you can pick up your journal up in Room 19 on Monday and Tuesday between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Membership Dues – To become a new member of bership, please make your check in the amount of $25 19, Bronx, NY 10475. Questions may be addressed to JoAnn at (718) 710-9082 or Mary at (718) 655-9170.

Happy Birthday – Cheers to all our July birthday celebrants. We wish you an incredibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year.

Condolences – Please continue to keep all those who have recently lost loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.

Sick and Shut In – To those who are sick and shut-in, we pray that you will soon see brighter days ahead.

General Meeting – Our general membership meetings will resume in September following our summer hiatus.

Members, if you would like to use room 19 for your card or game player groups, please contact Ted Byrd at (917) 797-9230.

––Georgianna Rodriguez

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Co-op City Times / July 23, 2022

Bartow

Einstein

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

BARTOW CENTER CLOSED ON MONDAYS ONLY

Walk with Odessa 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Blood Pressure w/Willa 10 a.m.11 a.m. (1st and 3rd Tues.)

Health and Wellness w/Ann 11 a.m.-12 p.m., (1st & 3rd Tues.)

Card Games w/Frankie, 1-2 p.m.

Smartphone and Tablet Class w/Julesa, 2-3 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3-4:30 p.m.

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., in-person, Room 2.

Computer Learning Zoom meeting w/Ralph, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dial-in: 929Bridge To Care Arthritis 205-6609, Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040, Exercise, 11 a.m.

Passcode: 259554, Virtual only.

Creative Arts & Painting, 1 p.m. Blood Pressure, 1st & 3rd Tues.

10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Digital Photography Class Party With POKENO, 2 p.m.

In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Tai-Chi, In-person, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Brain Teaser Puzzles, 3 p.m.

Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Line Dancing w/Cynthia 11 a.m.12 p.m. and 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

Bereavement w/ Dorine, 1st & 3rd Wed., 12-1 p.m.

Weight Mgt. Support Group w/ Gigi, 2nd Wed., in rear of JASA main office, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Domino w/Jose, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3-4:30 p.m.

Hair Care 4 U, 9:00 a.m.

Fri., July 29

Thurs., July 28

Mon., July 25

Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler, 10-11 a.m. Zoom (virtual only for now) 1-646-876-9923, Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173, Passcode: 855423

Tues., July 26

Mindful Mornings Tai-Chi, 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

Always Grand Line Dancing, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

BuddyNess Board & Card Games, 11:00 a.m.

Hot Topics, 1:00 p.m.

Coloring for Calmness, 2 p.m.

Dreiser

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Wed., July 27

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Arthritis exercise w/Damion 10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Arts w/Laura via Zoom 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Spring in Your Step Stretch & Tone, 10:00 a.m.

Bingo, 1 p.m., in-person

Action Bodies In Motion 11:00 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise, in-person, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Rm. 2

BuddyNess Board & Card Games, 1:00 p.m.

Kings Chess, Checkers & Dominoes, 2:00 p.m.

Sultry Salsa Dancing, 10 a.m.

Creative Writing Connections 11:00 a.m.

Massage Therapy 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Blood Pressure Screening 10:00 a.m.

Manicure, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Act Nicely Drama Club 11:00 a.m.

Dinner Hour, 3-4:30 p.m.

Stay Well Exercise w/Denise 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Room 2

Never Too Old To Learn Spanish, 10 a.m.

Beginners Crochet and Knitting Royal Taboo, 1 p.m. w/Lynne, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Go Easy On Us Computers 2 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Line Dance with Cynthia 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Piano Sing Along Class (In-person) 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Let’s Get It On Zumba 1:00 p.m.

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

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

Self Defense Class, in-person 2 p.m., Rm. 2

Line Dancing w/Ellie 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Spanish Class, in-person, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Manicure 2:00-3:30 p.m.

MENU

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Turkey and Turkey Pastrami Salad, Pasta Salad 4-Bean Salad Rye Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice Alternate: Egg Salad

BBQ Pork Chops White Rice Steamed Kale

Sesame Chicken Lo Mein Noodles Oriental Blend Vegetables Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice Alternate: Baked Breaded Fish

Jerk Chicken Baked Sweet Potato Steamed Red or Green Cabbage

Vegetable Cutlet Baked Sweet Potato California Blend Vegetables Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice Alternate: Egg Fritatta

Baked Ziti w/Ricotta Okra w/Tomatoes

Beef Stew Brown Rice Capri Blend Vegetables Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice Alternate: Tuna Noodle Casserole

Stewed Codfish Steamed Spinach Yuca

Apricot Glazed Alert and Alive, in-person, Chicken, Sweet 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Noodle Kugel Oven Fried Chicken Knitting & Crochet, Rm. 2, Roasted Butternut Baked Macaroni 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Squash, Whole and Cheese Art Class w/Dmitry Virtual 1-3 p.m. Wheat Bread, Fresh Collard Greens Chair Massage, Room 2, Fruit and Juice 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m., in-person Alternate: Gefilte Fish Bingo, in person 1:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk Menu subject to change without notice.

Alternate Kosher meals are also available.

Bartow Center (929) 399-1394 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities Salsa Class – Bartow Senior Center, Rm. 31, starting Sat., July 23, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Common Pantry – Tues., July 26, in the rear of Room 31, Bartow Center, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bereavement Hour w/Dorine – In-person, Room 28, Bartow Center, every 1st and 3rd Wed. Please call 718-320-2066 to register.

Bereavement Support Group w/Dr. Smith – Mon., 1 p.m., Zoom, Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 839 6918 9974, Passcode: 520396.

Painting Class w/Dmitry – Mondays, 1:00 p.m.3:00 p.m., Zoom, Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 846 0511 1606, Passcode: 585936.

AgeTastic – Tues., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Giveaways to

Julissa, 646-946-1252.

Deliver health workshops to help others in the Crochet Club – Tues., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Rear of community and get gift cards. For further information, please call or email: Julissa Reynoso, 646-946or Julissa, 646-946-1252.

1252/jreynoso@jasa.org; Crochet Class w/Sandra Ramirez – In rear of lbrea@jasa.org.

Painting Classes – Every Wed., 9:00-11:00 a.m.

1:00-2:00 p.m. Please call 718-320-2066 to register. Zoom meeting. Dial in number: 929-205-6099, Crochet Class w/Sandra Ramirez – Virtual – Meeting ID: 920 9563 1147, Passcode: 024057.

Sat., 7:00-8:00 p.m., Zoom, Dial-in number: 646-558Meditation Class – GPC (Grandparents), 11:00 8656, 81636224412#, Meeting ID: 816 3622 4412. a.m.-12:00 p.m., 3rd Thurs. of every month. Dial in JASA Bartow Older Adult program is seek- number: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 991 1390 5105; ing retired professionals to teach Conversational Passcode: 170462.

Technology class, Smart devices and computer – to seniors. If interested, please contact amoncrieffe@ Thurs., 6:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Join Zoom meeting. Dial in jasa.org as soon as possible. number: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695; Brea, 646-982-8254, or Julissa, 646-946-1252.

Notary – Appointment ONLY – Call 718-320- Passcode: 896989.

Chronic Pain – Giveaways to participants, Mon., Line Dancing with Bartow Swingers – Mon., 11 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Starting Aug. 1. Rear of JASA 10 a.m.-1 p.m., and Thurs., 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; a.m.-12:30 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 31; Wed. and Einstein Center, Room 34, Thurs., 10 a.m.-12: p.m. Fri., 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 1.

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Co-op City Times / July 23, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Lynette Wright

Let’s Get To Work, Co-op City I want to start by thanking you, the shareholder, for your participation in the Riverbay Corporation 2022 elections. For those who voted, I extend my thanks to you for not only voicing your support for strong, competent candidates but also expressing the voting period three times, a historical anomaly that I hope does not become a trend, is a travesty and an indicator of larger problems.

For those who chose not to vote, I see you, I hear you, and can empathize with some of your reasoning for not participating. It is unreasonable for the Board as an entity to ask you to vote for candidates annually when there has been noticeable deterioration in your experiences in Co-op City. I’ve seen how services have been reduced, removed, and/or poorly managed, shareholders are being nickled and dimed at every turn, the quality of the products we receive is on par with the price, and we are continuously having maintenance increases without service improvement. They are either maintained or quickly degraded, along with the quality of life.

One of the most powerful things we have is our voice, but even that has been compromised over the years as open Board meetings are almost non-existent from what they were several years ago when they were monthly. Over the past twenty years, voices and trampling accountability of both Board Directors and Management. Thankfully, NYS Assembly Bill A7272/Senate Bill S6412 indicates that all Mitchell-Lama Board of Directors are required to “hold six meetings annually with meetings open to shareholders and residents.” We should be exceeding this and return to the monthly meetings in all sections as we’ve had in the past. Just as we have Tunes on Tuesdays and Wicked Wednesdays, we can take advantage of our outdoor space to gather.

Have concerns about the winter months? Virtual on-

line platforms are available and we have our own broadcast stations to increase access. Open communication and transparency are foundational pillars to developing an informed populous.

I never will and never have encouraged anyone to not vote as a protest; someone will be selected to represent you and your voice, and our money will be spent on repeated extensions instead of the assets we need. Instead, challenge the candidates and current Board members on their ideas. “What is your plan?”

“What steps will you take to make this plan happen?”

Challenge what could eventually be empty promises, then follow up to ensure that those promises, at the minimum, are on track to become realities. I look forward to your challenges. If that’s not enough, Run for the Board. I quoted the General Manager, Noel people who not only step up to the mic, but step up to the plate.” The application for Board candidacy is generally available in April. It makes the community better when its members are its advocates. Paying maintenance alone is not enough. Get involved.

Setting the Tone During last week’s swearing in ceremony, a portion of the oath that all Board directors take is to “work cooperatively with other members of the Board.” No more than ten minutes after taking the oath, it was clear that the Board was not abiding record, is an embarrassment. There is no tolerance for political games to be played at any point. positions were, in my opinion, elected based on afthe community that individual interest is favored above cross pollination of ideas to come to feasible solutions that are representative of the shareholders.

Regardless, we all have a responsibility to work toof the community. This is something that I feel every Board member should recognize.

The Work Continues As always, there is still work to do. One of the most concerning future events is the looming 10(+/)% increase on our maintenance charges. Beyond inon top of the 2% increases that we have had for the past three years in the middle of an ongoing pandemic? Most of us have not received pay increases since prior to 2020. Shareholders at particular risk are seniors who are ineligible for SCRIE and younger working individuals and families who are ineligible for home payment assistance programs. We continue to talk about revenue (e.g., the maintenance) but I don’t hear about savings. The City of New York has been using the PEG (Program to Eliminate the Gaps) since the 1970s to balance their budget by requiring that city agencies reduce their budgets by nor reducing productivity. By decreasing spending, especially upon elimination of all non-essential projmoney we don’t have.

We need to ask ourselves, “Is it worth it?” when increasing maintenance fees. Increases of any kind lead to evictions of residents when they cannot afford the cost of living. If you want to stop a train colline of defense. I support re-establishing a Budget Committee where shareholders can participate, gain perspective, and offer suggestions into how money is allocated and where spending can be cut. Again, shareholders should be asking questions, not only normal rates, how the surplus will be invested to avoid future, preventable increases. This is not just a decision of 15 people. It’s up to all of us.

It’s an honor to serve and I look forward to your comments, questions, and solutions. Please contact me at lwright@riverbayboard.com and I will respond in a timely manner. Until next time.

Goose Island Seniors Sunday Bingo – Tomorrow, July 24, at 1:30 p.m. in our club room 39; $6 for three cards and jackpot sheet. All are welcome. Must show proof of vaccination. Refreshments.

Nordic Lodge – Saturday, August 6. Also, Foxwoods Casino. Call or text (646) 579-1701 for information.

Resorts Casino – August 23 in Atlantic City, NJ. Price: $40. Bonus: $15 slot play. Adults only. Waiting list. Payment due by Wednesday, August 10. Make checks to: Goose Island Seniors. We now accept Zelle at 347-847-1941. Buses leaving our three usual bus stops. Pick-ups: Einstein Loop, 7:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 7:45 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 8 a.m. Must show proof of vaccination and mask required on bus and in casino.

Resort World – Thursday, September 22, in Monticello, NY. Price: $45. Bonus: $25 slot play and $15 for meal. Payment due by Wednesday, September 7.

Waiting list only. Buses leaving our three usual bus stops. Pick-ups: Einstein Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:45 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 9 a.m. Must show proof of vaccination and mask required on bus and in casino.

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1:15 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for three cards, 12 games and jackpot. Extra cards are $0.25 each for up to three cards. Refreshments. Proof of vaccination.

Temperature taken at entrance.

To all members: Happy birthday to all members who celebrate their birthday in the month of July: Helen Atkins, Carmen Ponce, Iris Delgado, Regina S. Usher, Miriam Kravitz, Thomas Gordon, Doreatha Brundage, Annie Perez, Audrey Chambers, Lennox Hosein, Rosa Copeland and Craig Harrison (Mr. Motor Coach), our bus driver for over 15 years.

Sick and Shut-in – Ella Thorne misses everyone.

She is in a nursing home. Mary Pilla, former Goose Island president, sends her love to all. Call her at (718) 753-1816.

Our club is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475 at the Section 5 Center. Our phone

number is (718) 379-9613. You may call (mornings) Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (Evenings) Mon., Wed. and Fri., 6 p.m.-8 p.m.; Tue. and Thu., 1 p.m.-8 p.m.,

or call/text or Zelle Stephen at (347) 847-1941. Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net.

––Stephen Roberts Sr.

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Co-op City Times / July 23, 2022

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m.

General Information The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of 27B. It is accessible, no steps. Our phone number is 718-379noon to 2 p.m. tempt to come over. leave a message.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 10:00 a.m. After services, we always have a Kiddush.

The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue. The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10 a.m. so we can take out the Torah. The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, July 23, at 9:12 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, July 29, at 7:54 p.m.

Good and Welfare: honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree (If you want to buy a tree, call 347-4495005). Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you are ill, we wish you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To All Members: Happy birthday to all of our members who will be celebrating their birthday in July. Please send me your names and I will add them to the list.

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

––Bruce Gitelson

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

Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic, St. Joseph’s Church has suspended services until further notice. However, we continue to worship via teleconference on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Father Johnson also conducts daily weekday services at noon. You are invited to participate in these services by calling 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

Fundraising Event: The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) is having a Fundraising Brunch Sale at the church on Saturday, August 6, starting at 11:00 a.m. until sold out. For $20, please come and take home some delicious American and Caribbean food in support of the event!

If you have any questions, please call Valrie at 347-200-5850.

Grace and peace!

––M. Chambers

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service, in-person, at 9 a.m. The summer schedule will continue through Sunday, Sept. 11.

We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Masks are required. The service is also available on Zoom using the following information: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#.

Rev. Williams is encouraging everyone who calls into the Sunday Worship service or Wednesday Bible class to use Zoom, which can be accessed through your computer or dialing in using the information shown above.

The Free Call Conference.com Line dial-in number is 857-357-0254, the Access Code is 660065#.

All Bible Study classes, children’s Sunday School and the Friday evening prayer service will be on hiatus during July and August.

Friday Prayer is held at 10:00 a.m. and will continue during the summer via the Free Conference

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to Worship Service every Sunday morning online until further notice. The call-in number is: 720-740-9746, Access Code: 8876631. The church contact number is 718-324-0334.

Sunday Service is from 11:00 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Prayer and fasting service held every Wednesday morning, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting also held Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Worship service every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: God’s blessings are often found where we experience our worst defeat; it is important to take advantage of divine opportunity.

Believers should seek the mind of the Lord instead of relying on their own reasoning and abilities.

Our own lives often reveal the desire to avoid problem and provide human solutions rather than trusting the true source of our strength. In the book of Ruth, we can clearly see that problem cannot be avoided, but must be faced through the guidance and power of the spirit of God. “Now it came to pass in the days when the judges ruled, and there was famine in the land. And a certain man of Bethlehemjudah went to sojourn in the country of Moab, he and his wife, and his two sons. And the name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife Naomi, and the name of his two sons Mahlon and Chilion, Ephrathites of Bethlehemjudah. And they came into the country Moab, and continue there. And Elimelech, Naomi’s husband, died; and she was left, and her two sons. And they took them wives of the women of Moab; the name of one was Orpah, and the name of the other Ruth, and they dwell there about ten years. And Mahlon and Chilion died also both of them; and the women was left of her two sons and her husband.” (Ruth 1:1-5) When this family decided to move out of their own country and sojourn in the country of Moab to dwell there, they failed to rely upon the Lord or trust His provision in the middle of the famine. The moment we run from our problems or circumstances is the moment we lack trust in God and begin to place our faith in our own ingenuity or ability. “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6) Naomi experienced feelings of dissolution for the loss of her husband and felt that was the end of her dreams. But she did not want the same fate for her daughtersin-law. They lost their husband, but as young widows they had opportunities to remarry and have a full life. Therefore, Naomi decided to give them permission to be freed from any responsibility they felt to care for her and return home to Judah. But Ruth was determined to go with her mother-in-law Naomi, and was to marry Boaz, Naomi’s kinsman.

––Rev. R. Sibblies

Call.com Line shown above.

Co-op City Baptist Church will be celebrating Rev. Williams’ 30th Pastoral Anniversary on October 1 at Eastwood Manor located at 3371 Eastchester Road. Donation is $100 for adults and $75 for children 5-17 years old. Children under 5 are free. Please contact Joyce Hamilton Williams at 718-671-1918 or Brenda Robinson at 718-671-1271 for additional information.

Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Please continue to mask-up, practice social distancing and stay safe!

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

––Hattie L. Lucas

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Public Safety –––––––––– (Continued from page 7) a high quality of life and a low crime rate within Co-op City.

This explains why it is important for cooperators to call the Department of Public Safety when they observe any suspicious activity. It is also important that parents make certain that children and guests refrain from loitering or engaging in disorderly conduct. Shareholders are accountable for the actions of anyone who resides in or is invited to their apartment.

Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages.

Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State. Summer school and camps are in session, drive safely. Never pass a stopped school bus with its red lights flashing.

If you see anything suspicious, notify the proper authorities. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

Residents are reminded that barbequing is not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department do not permit barbecuing within 10 feet of any residential 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. This includes electric bicycles and scooters, including the rental type available in the community. Remember to stay safe this summer, especially near pools, beaches and other bodies of water, especially if no lifeguards are on duty.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Do not forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each

Co-op City property, notify Public Safety immediately at 718-671-3050. If your cell phone is handy, snap a photo and send it to Public Safety.

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If You See Something, Say Something!

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

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

• Never leave your car or apartment door unlocked.

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

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Emergency: 718-671-3050 or 9-1-1 • Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 www.ccpd.us • @CCPDnyc other in the hallway or in the street. Maintain social distancing and follow the current recommendations from New York City Board of Health and the CDC. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. Avoid getting into confrontations with neighbors regarding the wearing of masks or vaccination status. Be responsible for yourself, your family and your guests.

Since Tuesday, February 16, 2021, Riverbay Corporation has put into effect a policy regarding the wearing of masks. Non-compliant shareholders who fail or refuse to properly wear masks or face coverings are subject to a $50.00 Community Complaint violation. These fines double for repeat violations. This new Community Complaint received approval from the New York State DHCR (Division of Homes and Community Renewal) due to mandates in effect within New York State. Riverbay Corporation has elected to maintain the mask mandate for the health and safety of cooperators and visitors.

Wearing a mask or face covering is required in the public areas of the buildings including the lobbies, hallways, elevators and laundry rooms. The high volume of persons passing through these locations make it a very important requirement to wear a mask. Wearing a mask is for your safety and the safety of your neighbors and family members. Be sure to instruct all family members and guests of the mask-wearing requirement in Co-op City common areas. This includes work persons and delivery persons. Be Co-op City Strong and wear your mask.

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