Co-op City Times 08/01/20

30% of Co-op City residents have still not responded to the 2020 Census. We can do better!

Vol. 55 No. 31

Saturday, August 1, 2020

COVID-19 test site now open in Co-op City

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HCR authorizes Mitchell-Lama housing companies to reconvene surcharge collection at 2018 levels 2019 surcharges begin Oct. 1

BY ROZAAN BOONE

New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) has informed Riverbay management that 2018 surcharge levels should be employed for the period Aug. 1 through Sept. 30, 2020. New surcharges based on the 2019 Income Affidavits will begin on Oct. 1, 2020.

As a result, shareholders who received a surcharge for the 2018 cycle because their annual income exceeded the maximum allowed limit for their apartment, will see those same charges on their August 2020 and September 2020 maintenance bills.

Surcharges are normally billed over a twelve-month period from July-June annually and it is based on the previous year’s income information shareholders (Continued on page 6)

NYC Health + Hospital’s Test and Trace Corps is operating a COVID19 test site at 105 Dreiser Loop in Co-op City. Nasopharyngeal swab tests are free to everyone. Although you will be asked for ID and to show your insurance card, the insurance card is only for billing purposes.

No one is turned away regardless of immigration or health insurance status. The center is open 7 days a week from 9 a.m.to 7 p.m. This is a walk-in test site, an appointment is not necessary. Masks are required and social distancing is observed in the facility. Those who test positive and need a place to safely separate from family members and get care will be connected with the Corps’ Take Care hotel program.

Protect your family and neighbors…Get Tested!

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CDC Guidance for Parents (See article on pg. 4)

Census 2020 – Shareholders urged to continue working towards 100% response rate!

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

At the beginning of last month, Co-op City was among the leaders in the city with one of the highest response rates for the 2020 Census. Currently, the response rate has eclipsed at 70% although the tracts that represent the five sections of Co-op City still maintain their lead over surrounding neighborhoods.

Data so far has found many shareholders have been taking advantage of filling out the census online with Section 5 leading not only in online but overall responses, and while the response has been promising, the goal of 100% participation still remains a challenge.

New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo kicked off the official “Census Push (Continued on page 2)

ConEd calls on Co-op City for extra support as heatwave takes NYC

BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

As temperatures across New York City have been well above 90 degrees, Con Edison has called on Co-op City during the back-to-back heatwaves, not once, but twice, already.

According to Anthony Ligatto, Senior Director Utility Assets at the Power Plant, “Riverbay initiated and completed electric load sheds to help reduce the demand on the ConEd’s electric system.”

Around 11 a.m. on July 22 and July 28, shareholders received PhoneTree notifications regarding the closures of common areas in their buildings, which were needed to (Continued on page 4)

Co-op City centenarian celebrates 108th birthday!

Friday’s overcast skies might have cancelled Ms. Louise Signore’s socially distanced lawn party to celebrate her 108th birthday but the party went on under the portico of her building where family, friends and neighbors gathered to mark the auspicious occasion. The celebration was organized by Michelle Sajous and Leandra AlexanderPeters of the Riverbay Community Relations department. In addition to her neighbors and friends from the JASA Senior Center where Ms. Signore attended daily activities until NY-PAUSE, the celebration was attended by State Senator Jamaal Bailey who presented Ms. Louise with a State Assembly Proclamation and Councilman Andy King.

Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison was also on hand to express the community’s reverence of Ms. Signore and to wish her the very best in the years ahead. Ms. Louise’s great niece also attended the celebration. Ms. Louise and her guests enjoyed cupcakes catered

by Cupcake Me! in Section 5, and released pink (Ms. Louise’s favorite color) balloons.

(See more pictures on page 2) Photos by Leandra Alexander-Peters

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Census

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Week” on Monday as the rest of New York is figuring out how to get more participation for this year’s census despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

“There’s no doubt that COVID-19 has presented unprecedented obstacles to completing the Census.

However, the pandemic also highlights a key reason why the Census is so vital—New York State continues to seek substantial funding and aid from the federal government,” Governor Cuomo said in a press release.

“I urge every New Yorker to complete the Census, and remember, New York State can help if you encounter any issues along the way.”

Earlier this spring, the deadline to respond to the 2020 Census was pushed back until Oct. 31 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This extended window to respond means that there is still time to help reach the goal of 100% participation from the seven tracts representing Co-op City.

The census has three options people can use to fill out the questionnaire: first, via a phone call with a Census Questionnaire Assistance representative, second, is online or, lastly, via the mail.

The census questionnaire takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and, contrary to rumors surrounding the form upon its release, does not include any question asking about the citizenship status of anyone living in a household.

Data used from this year’s census will help shape the

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ever critical redistricting of electoral districts, which is a process that redraws district boundaries to ensure each district has roughly the same amount of people, and that districts are reflective and representative of the people who are voting in the respective area.

Voters in these districts that are being decided from the 2020 Census data are responsible for electing members of Congress, as well as the many local county offices that govern municipalities and towns.

While local elections may not garner the kind of national media attention that the presidential race does, local elections are directly impactful for the constituents in the respective district. For example, in New York City, the city government is in charge of public education, correctional institutions, public safety, recreational facilities, sanitation, water supply and welfare services.

Now, during the COVID-19 pandemic, the role of local government has been called into action more than ever before. State legislators and local municipal offices have been the main facilitators handling the pandemic response not only in New York City as a whole, but even more specifically, here in Co-op City.

On the Brennan Center for Justice website, a nonpartisan law and policy institute, they further explain the importance of redistricting, “Redistricting affects political power. It determines which party controls Congress and state and local governments

across the country. Consequently, redistricting has a direct bearing on what matters a legislature chooses to tackle, and which to ignore.”

The explanation goes on to say, “Redistricting also affects whether the nation’s diverse communities are represented in its legislative bodies. Redistricting, for example, can ensure that communities of color have a fair shot at electing candidates who represent their worldview and will fight for their concerns.”

Another crucial impact of the census data is how it affects federal spending. The money that is allocated to districts then funds entities such as hospitals, fire and police departments and school lunch programs, to name a few.

A simple questionnaire that asks about the inhabitants of a household may seem unimportant at first glance, but taking those 10 minutes to complete the 2020 Census will help ensure Co-op City and its shareholders are properly represented for years to come. Treat the census as another aspect of one’s local civic duty in making sure the community’s voices and needs are given proper representation.

To fill out the 2020 Census online, visit my2020 census.gov or call 1-844-330-2020 to fill it out with a Census Questionnaire Assistance representative. If you have misplaced your questionnaire, call 1-844-330-2020 and you will be able to complete the form over the phone with a Census representative.

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CDC issues guidance for parents

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Knowing whether it is safe enough to send their child to school this fall has been on the minds of parents since the middle of March when schools were closed across the city.

As September gets closer, the reality of having to make a decision on their child’s immediate future becomes even more urgent for parents. Thankfully, the CDC has released guidance and even checklists for parents who need a more structured approach when deciding to send their children to school or not this fall.

The CDC guidance begins with a statement on the overall importance of having schools reopen this fall. Essentially, the CDC wants parents to prepare to have school for their child no matter what, albeit in whatever fashion ultimately best suits the student.

The CDC cites the importance of school’s role in every child’s mental development and the dangers of large gaps between learning on a child’s ability to retain information.

The checklists for helping make decisions begins with the CDC outlining what parents will ultimately be deciding between this fall. “Parents, guardians, and caregivers should weigh the relative health risks of COVID-19 transmission from in-personal instruction against the educational, social-behavioral, and emotional risks of providing no in-person instruction when deciding between these two options,” the excerpt from the website reads.

According to the CDC’s data, which is current as of July, 6.6% of the total reported COVID-19 cases in the US are of children under the age of 18. Furthermore, the CDC found that many infected children show mild to no symptoms at all. Common symptoms of COVID-19 in children include: fever, cough, runny nose, sore throat, headache, body ache and diarrhea.

Additionally, parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities should be aware that the CDC’s data found more reported cases amongst children with learning disabilities than children who do not have learning disabilities.

Children with underlying medical conditions are at a vastly increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19. Examples of a few medical conditions that could leave your child more vulnerable to COVID-19 include Type 2 diabetes, obesity and sickle cell disease.

Parents should also consider their household members and caregivers who could potentially be exposed to COVID-19 when deciding on whether to send their children to in-person classes.

After checking the box for “unsure,” “agree,” “disagree” or “does not apply” on each prompt in the CDC’s checklist, parents will hopefully gain a more complete

picture on where they stand when it comes to this coming school year. Some of the questions include knowing the child’s underlying medical history, alternatives for additional learning or behavioral services and even dietary needs.

For a complete list of what medical conditions could leave your child at an increased risk of severe illness from COVID-19 as well as the entirety of the decision making checklists, visit: cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare.

ConEd

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reduce electrical usage to support ConEd in avoiding city-wide power loss.

Laundry rooms were closed beginning at 3 p.m. until 6:30 a.m. the next morning, while odd number elevators in high-rise buildings were shut-down as well as rear elevators in the garages.

Mr. Ligatto said, “Riverbay was able to deliver an average of approximately 12.5 MW to Con Ed electric grid.”

A megawatt is equal to one million watts. A typical incandescent lightbulb uses 60 watts.

ConEd’s Demand Response program includes two parts, both of which provide Co-op City compensation whenever the Power Plant is needed to generate and deliver energy to ConEd. As reported in the August 31, 2019 edition of the Co-op City Times, “From June to September, ConEd pays Co-op City to maintain the capacity to deliver excess power to ConEd should ConEd need it. There’s a separate payment for instances when ConEd doesn’t have the energy to supply to all of its customers and reaches out to what’s called a Demand Response partner, in this case, Co-op City, to use its stand-by capacity to generate and deliver excess energy to the power giant.”

Mr. Ligatto said, “The added capacity that Riverbay provides during these emergency events generates additional electric revenue for the Riverbay Corporation and helps protect the reliability of the New York City Electric delivery system.”

The partnership between Riverbay and ConEd via the energy-sharing program was established by a Board of Directors vote. Although the financials on this year’s program are not yet available, Mr. Ligatto said, the Demand Response Program alone can produce around $2M in revenue for Riverbay. The Riverbay Corporation has received approximately $4M annually as a participant in ConEd’s load shedding and demand response programs in the past.

Building 29 Association

The association may not currently be having any in person meetings or get-togethers, but the Book Club had a Zoom meeting on Friday, July 24. The book was “Where the Crawdads Sing.”

In September (9/25), the next book will be Trevor Noah’s “Born a Crime,” a fascinating look at growing up of mixed parentage in apartheid South Africa.

Also, we have just had the association meeting room repainted. It should look beautiful when we do have our next association meeting (to be announced, when it is safe).

Speaking of meetings reminds me that elections are fast approaching. Be sure that every eligible person in your household is registered to vote – do not wait till the last minute! Remind your friends and neighbors, too.

Finally, by the time you read this, the deadline will have just passed (July 31) for the filing of the affidavits. If, for any reason, you have not handed it in, do so immediately.

Be sure to wear your mask (and encourage others)...we are not out of this yet.

Wishing everyone peace, health and happiness.

—Katharine Wood

Building 13 Association

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Hope everyone is staying safe and following the guidelines issued to protect the Co-op City community. Wear your mask always but especially upon entering the building, elevators, and laundry rooms. We ask that you adhere to the suggested number in the elevators and laundry rooms in order to comply with social distancing.

Formerly, people have tested positive in our building so as a precaution, in your travels throughout the building, wear a mask. Comply!

We need you more than ever to be our eyes and ears. If there is something on your floor that needs to be addressed, please make sure to contact the proper department. Do not assume someone else has called. Recently I received some complaints that should be addressed by CCPD, however, ongoing issues had not been reported. In order to determine how to address concerns in a community, CCPD needs to know and assuming those issues are corroborated, they can monitor accordingly. Our aim is to maintain the quality of life we currently enjoy.

Amish Trip: As you know, the Amish trip previously scheduled for May 30 and rescheduled for Oct. 3, was canceled. The company recently informed me we should receive our check by August 15. We have everyone’s contact information. I will send refunds immediately upon receipt. Please continue to join our future events.

Section 2 – Free Back-To-School Virtual Raffle: Summer Fun Day was canceled this past June, but we have not canceled the fun. There are many chances to win, so enter the free raffle. You must live in Building 9-14 or Cooper Place townhouses. You must send the e-mail to your association with your name, address, apartment number, telephone number and the name of one child in your household (grade K-12). There is one entry per household. Your submission must be received

by Aug. 31, 2020. The virtual drawing will be held on Sept. 12, at 12 p.m. When your entry is received, you will be forwarded an invitation to the Zoom meeting.

Don’t have Zoom? Telephone numbers are included with the invite so you can listen to hear if you are a winner. Building 13 entrants will send their e-mail to Building13assoc@yahoo.com. Check the bulletin board. Good luck!

It’s mosquito season. Be advised that West Nile virus mosquitos were found in the Bronx and Staten Island but there are no human cases to date. The city will be spraying. Please report any ponding water you see. The Department of Health advises that you wear insect repellent and cover your arms and legs.

We offer our sympathy to those who have lost a loved one and to those who are ill, we wish you a speedy recovery.

While you are home: Complete the 2020 Census – my2020census.gov/login.

Contacts: Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370, president, at daddpeterson@aol.com or Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801. Our website is www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building 13assoc@yahoo.com. Thanks for supporting our team.

—Leslie Peterson

African-American Association

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Black Solidarity Day The African-American Association is promoting Black Solidarity Day for Mon., Nov. 2, 2020. Please join us in a day of absence. No work. No school. No shopping.

Leading up to this date, the Black Solidarity Day Committee will present informative webinars, the first to take place on Sat., August 22, at 2 p.m. More information will follow. Mark your calendars. We look forward to your support.

Join the African American Association and programs that it sponsors Platforms until the pandemic is completely over are presented in the form of Zoom meetings and webinars. We are here and we want you to join us. Invite a friend and new member prospect to join the African American Association.

Remember: Membership is only $15/year for a single membership and only $25/year for your household.

Email: aaaccpower@gmail.com or call us at 929-430-3255. The African American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

The African American Association sponsors the following programs for your participation: Contact your respective instructor as 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 and Zumba Classes with Meena Sharpe-Hicks – Contact: Meena at 917-863-1507.

Healing Drum Circle – Contact: Ms. Jones at 718-671-5957.

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Surcharges

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provide on their affidavits. This year, due to the extension of the 2019 Income Affidavit submission deadline to July 31, recalculation of surcharges for the normal July to June cycle has been delayed. Furthermore, prior to last week, HCR did not authorize Mitchell-Lama housing companies to continue billing shareholders for surcharges at the previous 2018 levels, hence they were not invoiced for the month of July.

According to Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer, Riverbay Corporation’s surcharge income amounts to $363,000 a month. HCR has not yet communicated to housing companies how, or if, they may be able to recover surcharge income for July 2020.

HCR also allows that shareholders who have experienced loss of income can apply for an interim change in income during this period.

In order to apply for an interim change in income, shareholders need to submit proof to Riverbay that a member of their household has had a reduction or loss of income for a 90-day period. Examples of this proof of loss of income include a letter from an employer if the shareholder has retired, or documentation showing that the shareholder has been collecting unemployment for a 90-day period. Another situation that would warrant a review of their surcharge would be proof that a household member who had income no longer resides in the apartment. In this case, a copy of that person’s lease or utility bill at their new address would need to be submitted to Riverbay.

The 2019 Income Affidavits were due yesterday, Friday, July 31, 2020. This year, the deadline was extended because of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent NY-PAUSE executive order issued by Governor Andrew Cuomo which went into effect on March 22, 2020. NY is currently in phase 4 of reopening. To address COVID-19 concerns, HCR also suspended the requirement for the 2019 Income Affidavits to be notarized.

Once the Finance department completes processing the 2019 Income Affidavits, applicable surcharges will be recalculated based on HCR’s formula, and shareholders who will

Limited access to Einstein Center next week

Beginning on Monday, Aug. 3 through Friday, Aug. 7, there will be limited access to Einstein Center while Power Plant staff work to install a new air conditioning unit.

Although shareholders will be able to get to the carrying charge drop box on the second floor between the hours of 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. throughout the week, no one will be allowed in the basement area. In addition, there will be no a/c service in the building and visitors should limit time spent in the building. Signage will be visible throughout the center to direct and advise pedestrian traffic.

After 7 p.m., shareholders may deposit their maintenance envelopes at the Bartow or Dreiser drop box, both available 24 hours/day.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

be receiving a surcharge for the upcoming year will be notified

by Aug. 31, 2020. The new surcharges will then be reflected on the October 2020 maintenance bills.

Residents in Mitchell-Lama developments supervised by HCR, like Co-op City, are required to report their income as well as the income of all household members. This information is then used to determine if shareholders should pay a surcharge above their monthly maintenance charge and if so, how much of a surcharge will be assessed. This is an annual process. Residents must also comply with their housing company’s request for documentation.

Getting into Mitchell-Lama housing hinges primarily on family composition (which must match the apartment size applicants are seeking to move in to) and income, as there are prescribed maximum income limits for each size apartment.

Should a shareholder’s income exceed the specific income limit for their apartment, they are required to pay a surcharge, which usually is not more than 50% of your monthly carrying charge.

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CCPD offers tips for safeguarding your auto

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

Vehicle-related crimes are on the rise throughout the city of New York. Shareholders should be aware that the Department of Public Safety has recommendations to decrease the likelihood that you may be an unfortunate victim of targeted or random thefts of parts or material from your vehicle. We request the assistance of cooperators to keep our streets and garages as safe as possible. A strong partnership between Public Safety, the NYPD and Co-op City shareholders is our best defense against auto crimes in the community. Co-op City’s eight garages offer a convenient and reliable parking option for shareholders of the community.

Here in Co-op City, we are not immune to criminals engaging in crimes of opportunity. The Public Safety Department has noticed an increase in vehicle parts being removed unlawfully from vehicles throughout the community, particularly from vehicles parked on the street and the outlying areas of our community. A commonality of many of the vehicle part thefts are air bags, catalytic convertors and wheels, often from Honda vehicles.

Parking in the garages offers residents an alternative to on-street parking. Coop City’s eight garages are patrolled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year by the Public Safety Department and the NYPD. CCPD utilizes plain clothes officers in addition to uniformed officers in marked vehicles to monitor garages.

Video surveillance is also in use within the garages, and CCPD has had success in identifying and apprehending suspects engaged in stealing parts and personal property from our garages.

In many cases, auto crimes are crimes of opportunity. Never leave anything that appears to be valuable in plain sight within your vehicle. This includes purses, wallets, cash, cell phones, computers, gifts, suitcases, gifts or shopping bags from expensive stores. Toilet paper, paper towels and Lysol spray can now be added to that list. The criminal may observe packages or other valuables inside your vehicle and choose to break into your vehicle. Also remove any plug-in adaptors from your auxiliary jack and close the jack cover when leaving your vehicle parked.

It may just be a phone charger but the criminal may think something more valuable is stashed in your vehicle. Aside from stealing your items, thieves may cause damage while gaining entry to your vehicle.

Garage safety is important not only here in Co-op City but in all areas you may travel to. Always be sure to lock your vehicle, no matter how safe you feel the location is. Vehicles being unlocked has been a factor in many thefts from autos.

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

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

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

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Public Safety Blotter July 19 – July 25, 2020

July 19, 2020 – 140 DeKruif Place Two persons were located by CCPD officers loitering in a 33rd floor staircase.

Since they were guests of a resident, the resident was issued a community complaint for each violator.

100 Carver Loop CCPD and NYPD units responded to this location to investigate a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, it was discovered there was an altercation where a male pulled a knife on another threatening him. A second male came to the scene and a few minutes later pulled a gun and shot the other causing a leg injury. The victim is expected to survive. Both the victim and shooter were arrested. Reportedly, the shooter turned himself in and the victim was arrested for threats with the knife.

July 20, 2020 – 2063 Bartow Avenue An unknown male was caught stealing from the Rite Aid and confronted by a store employee. As a result, the employee received an injury and the charge of petit larceny may be upgraded to robbery.

100 Elgar Place CCPD units were dispatched to this location to disperse a disorderly group.

One male refused to disperse, defied officers then resisted arrest. After being subdued, he was charged with disorderly conduct and resisting arrest. During a search incidental to arrest, officers recovered cocaine from the defendant who will be facing additional charges as a result.

July 21, 2020 – 140 Bellamy Loop CCPD units issued a summons to a male for public consumption of alcohol.

July 22, 2020 – 140 Donizetti Place Unknown person(s) trashed the lobby of this location including the breaking of the door glass. CCPD asks if anyone has information to notify us at 718671-3050.

July 23, 2020 – 140 Dekruif Place CCPD officers responded to this location and discovered two males trespassing in a stairway. Each was issued a criminal court summons for trespass into the building. They were also issued community complaints as a result.

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Co-op City – A great place to live Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary New York City has had beautiful summer days over the past few weeks and, despite COVID-19, I hope you have enjoyed them. The Riverbay management team has made it possible for a few of the indoor activities to be performed outdoors, since indoor activities have not yet resumed. You can enjoy line dancing in Section 5, Boot Camp Class on the Section 1 Greenway, and the Healing Drum Circle will begin soon, on Saturdays at 4 p.m. on the Section 1 Greenway. You may bring your drum, or other musical instrument, your chair and mask and join the fun. All participants must sign a waiver. Social distancing will be observed.

As I walk past the beautiful flower gardens in Co-op City, I know that the Grounds staff, including the summer youth workers, are doing a fantastic job of keeping our community looking beautiful. Should you happen to see them working, give them a shout out to say “job well done.” Please remember to hold your trash until you reach a trash receptacle so that we can continue enjoying the beautiful scenery in our community.

There is no community without issues where things could be better. Some areas of our community are not so attractive due to the Local Law 11 work that is required to be done to repair the brickwork from the outside of the building. A few shareholders in Section 5 have complained that they cannot sit on the benches near their homes to socialize and enjoy the surroundings due to the bridging constructed for the work to be performed. Every five years, it is required that a building be inspected and, if necessary, Local Law 11 brickwork must be performed to repair any damages that have occurred. The bridging sometimes stretches from the building all the way to the curbside. This is for the safety of pedestrians who need protection from being stricken by a brick or pieces of a brick that might fall. This work is a requirement and, unfortunately, the bridging will remain throughout the summer. My colleague wrote an extensive viewpoint explaining Local Law 11 in the July 25th edition of the Co-op City Times.

The elevator modernization continues to move forward. Champion Elevator Company is currently installing new elevators in Building 20A, among others. Buildings 20B and 20C have been completed.

There was legitimate concern by some of my neighbors when Management resumed the work of installation, in the wake of COVID-19. However, everyone living in the building during these installations might be a little inconvenienced. When construction work was allowed to resume, the elevator project resumed.

Why was it important for the elevator modernization to continue? In the January 5, 2019 Co-op City Times edition, it states that the consultants’ evaluation determined that the current elevator motors installed during the last partial modernization which took place in 2001 were inadequate to handle the volume of traffic in high-rise residential buildings such as those in Co-op City. To make matters worse, the current motors are manufactured by a single company which moved their manufacturing operation away from the east coast thereby making it much more time consuming to obtain replacement parts for the elevators. “Although the elevators remain safe, Management has had to slow down the traveling speed to avoid excessive vibration while the cars are in motion. During their evaluation, the elevator consultants recommended that all the motors and their related equipment be replaced to ensure efficient operation of the elevators going forward.”

The new elevators are beautiful and operate efficiently. The ride is so smooth that you barely feel the elevator moving. It appears that the workers have nearly completed the work on the first elevator, which began on May 26. The modernization of both elevators should be completed in November. This is a 4-5 year community project.

Every summer brings about convector leaks due to back-ups in the convector lines. The leaks cause damage to the floors which must be replaced. An effort is

being made to focus on this long-standing problem. Some suggestions have been made. A former Board director suggested that we invite engineers here to have them create a device that would solve the problem. Recently, one of my colleagues demonstrated a device that would sound an alert to the resident when the water leaked. Even though Management attempts to resolve these emergency leaks as soon as possible, they still remain an annoying and expensive issue to resolve.

Riverbay Management is looking into how to better serve the shareholders regarding the telephone Call Center. Some of the slowdown was due to COVID19 and the lack of a full staff. We should see positive results shortly.

In addition to the activities I mentioned above, you should know that the Riverbay Community Relations Dept. does free food distributions. The notices appear

in this newspaper. There are produce market vendors who come every Wednesday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Asch Loop and Aldrich Street with a variety of delicious fresh produce and desserts for your purchase.

Additionally, there are two restaurants in the Bartow Mall that have set up outdoor seating for your dining enjoyment. Also, the toddler sprinklers provide relief from the heat and lots of fun for kids.

Should you just want to relax and do nothing, your cool, comfortable, air conditioned apartment is the perfect place to be. Contact your family and friends you haven’t heard from lately to confirm that they are well.

We are living in “new normal” times and I trust that you stay safe and well in whatever you do.

Thanks for taking the time to read my views. I can be reached at fjones@ riverbayboard.com or 718-6715957.

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Section 4 Partnership

Save the Date Sunday, August 29 will be the next Zoom meeting of the Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City. Mark your calendars. All are welcome. If you’d like to Zoom-in with us, send an email to section4partnership@gmail.com. You do not have to live in Section 4. Help us continue this positive effort and reap the benefits of a united community. You are already an important member of this team. You are a shareholder and resident.

Section 4 Partnership Mission Statement The Section 4 Partnership’s purpose is to promote a community of more than just neighbors, but as one family of many cultures that proactively embraces greatness and promotes neighborhood interaction. The goal of the organization is to offer solutions that will educate, elevate, inspire and mobilize our community in unity, to sustain affordability and growth in order to remain environmentally sound and vibrant for generations to come.

Join us. Remember, you are already an important member of this team. You are a shareholder. You don’t have to live in Section 4. Get involved. Email: section4partnership@gmail.com. Phone: 347-915-4939. Let’s show up! Virtually!

Let’s get it done!

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

–Michelle Marbury

Opportunities

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Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

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

Covid-19 – During this trying time in our country, please wear your mask to protect others, be safe, stay healthy, and wash your hands. Please check on your neighbors. We will get through this!!

Free Back to School Raffle – Section 2 Summer Fun Day Committee has announced a Free Back to School Virtual Raffle. To enter, please send the following information to Building10assoc@gmail.com: shareholder’s name, building and apartment number, telephone number, and name of one child in your apartment (grades K-12). One submission per household. This information must be submitted by Aug. 31st. The drawing will be held on Sept. 12th. Please see the flyer in the lobby for more information.

Laundry room etiquette – Please remove your laundry from the washers and dryers promptly at the completion of the cycle so others can use them. Please clean up after yourselves while using the laundry. And please do not sit on the tables!

Reminders – Please discard used face masks and gloves in trash receptacles. Also, since we do not have full-time porter services, please wipe up spills in hallways, elevators, and lobby floors.

Facebook – The Building 10 Association is on Facebook! The page is “Building 10 ‘ABC’ Association.” Like our page and get notified of all the happenings in and around Building 10.

Email Address – The Building 10 Association’s email address is Building10Assoc @gmail.com. Please use the email to contact the building association with your concerns and suggestions.

We would like to wish all August “babies” an incredibly happy birthday.

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

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

Have a great week.

–Jewel Crawford-Duncan

If you SEE something, SAY SOMETHING!!!

718-671-3050 • Co-op City Public Safety

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

Hi neighbors, Co-op City, New York the largest Mitchell Lama Development in the U.S.A. Only here can you call for emergency help and it is included in your carrying charges.

Folks, we must wear our masks to beat COVID-19. So, hold the used gloves and mask till you pass a pedestrian can, do not litter! Come together, daily at 7 p.m., say thank you to our essential workers. Clap hands, and yell thank you for a few minutes.

Congressman John Lewis visited Co-op City to celebrate our Black History Month event in February 2008.

Make sure you are prepared to vote.

This is for yourself and it is his prime legacy for us. Please remember his life and courage. Perhaps in the future, we will dedicate or rename something here to memorialize Black Lives Matter.

Seeing youth on the basketball court is wonderful. We have to follow the protocols and keep it clean, wear a mask, wherever possible. Keep the tot-lots for the tots and moms need to wear masks! I have seen many without.

It is hard but wearing a mask is better than wearing a ventilator.

It is good to see families using the greenway but pick-up behind yourself.

We are having a “garbage pandemic,” inside and outside Co-op City. Write or call 3-1-1 about what you see and where you see it. Let your elected officials know. We can’t say it enough, do not discard personal garbage, i.e. bottles, masks, gloves, tissues in the street or gutter! Wait till you get to a pail to dis-

NCNW

card or even carry a garbage bag.

COVID-19—Our President-elect, This week, we give recognition and Sheila Richburg, reminds us of some simthanks for his dedicated service to ple facts during this period of high concern Congressman Eliot Engel who served about the coronavirus health emergency.

Co-op City for about thirty years. Jamaal When someone who has COVID-19 Bowman has been successful in his coughs or exhales, they release droplets campaign and will be filling Congressof infected fluid. Most of these droplets man Engel’s very large shoes. We also fall on nearby surfaces and objects such send appreciation to Female District as desks, tables or telephones. People could Leader Shirley Saunders for her tribute catch COVID-19 by touching contamiand acknowledgement of both political nated surfaces or objects and then touching their eyes, nose or mouth. Most persons leaders in the Co-op City Democratic infected with COVID-19 experience mild Club press release of July 25, 2020. symptoms and recover. However, some August is upon us. I wonder how our organizations will meet? It is time, go on to more serious illness and may require hopital care. People over 40 seem and Broun Place Townhouse Associto be more vulnerable than those younger, ation needs your membership every and people with conditions such as diayear. Dues are just $12 annually. Dues cover supplies and upkeep expenses. betes, heart and lung disease are also more vulnerable to serious illness. To protect When tragedy strikes, we look to our yourself and your family, wash your hands dues to show a gesture of generosity with soap and water for at least 20 seconds to that neighbor. We need your memor use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with bership to do this. You can pay by cash at least 60% alcohol if soap and water are or check and submit the envelope to 31B Broun. It will be acknowledged. not available; avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth; cover your nose and Report a positive diagnosis to dimouth with a tissue when you cough or rector of Riverbay Corporation’s sneeze; clean and disinfect frequently Safety department, Anthony Barzeltouched objects and surfaces; stay home letto. Riverbay takes quick, necessary when you are sick. measures to sanitize and quarantine NCNW 59th National Convention – the central location.

The 59th Convention of the National Repeating, keep your eyes and ears Council of Negro Women will be held open to the leadership of the New Sept. 25-27, 2020. This year’s theme is Mayor of Savannah, Georgia, Mr. Van Johnson. He is connected to Broun “For Such A Time As This: A Call For Resilience And Resource.” This theme acPlace. Best wishes to all neighbors reknowledges that just as our ancestors have covering from illness. Finally, keep done throughout our history and herstory, dancing and better days are ahead. we must meet the challenging times we —Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

are in with resilience, and all that is required for the kind of resurgence that will propel NCNW onward and upward. All NCNW members, national affiliates, C.L. Franklin Associates, sponsors and friends are warmly invited to participate in our convention. Registration for our 59th Convention opened on June 19 and will close on Sept. 13. Early bird registration is $100 due before July 31, 2020 (includes sessions, workshops and events). After July 31, 2020, cost is $125. As we come together virtually, we will not only elect officers but discuss our responses to the critical social justice issues of the day. Innovators and influencers will guide us as we critically examine strategies to address the issues that most directly impact the quality of life for women of African descent, our families and our communities. Please go to our National website, NCNW.org, for further information.

2020 Census – It’s in the Constitution!

The US must count every person living in the US regardless of age or citizenship status every 10 years! The census informs where federal funds go every year for things like our healthcare facilities, EMTs, firefighters, roads and schools in our community. Complete the census today! 2020 Census.gov. Don’t let the Bronx lose out again! We must claim what is rightfully ours!

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

—Joyce Howard

NAACP #2210

Building 27 Association

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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.�

1 Million Miles for Justice event for NAACP NAACP “Stop Hate for Profit� Campaign NAACP supports full Statehood: Fights for the people of the District of Columbia, H.R. 51 #WeAreDoneDying NAACP Virtual March on Washington, August 27-28 NAACP vs. DeVos NAACP Virtual Town Hall featuring Senator Mitt Romney NAACP & CBS Multi-Year Partnership Go to NAACP.ORG or YouTube to stay informed.

The NAACP family mourns the passing of Civil Rights leaders and icons Congressman John Lewis and Rev. C.T. Vivian.

COVID-19 has not gone away! What you do as an individual impacts all of us. We are all in this TOGETHER. Wear a mask, gloves, wash hands, practice social distancing.

Census 2020: It’s not too late to “Be Counted.� Visit: my2020census.gov or call 1-844-330-2020. It only takes a few minutes and is vital for the well-being of our Co-op City community. Federal dollars affect programmatic activities for seniors, transportation, schools, health, hospitals, housing, infrastructure, economic reliefs, extended unemployment w/bonus and most recently the stimulus plan package.

2020 Branch Election Notice: To be mailed in August. Elected officer positions serve a term of two years, effective January 1, 2021 – December 31, 2022. Members update records by submitting name, address, apt. #, email and home & cell number to naacpccity2210@gmail.com.

Membership Dues: New, renewal or gift an annual membership: Adult, $30, and youth, $10. Check/money order made payable to: NAACP #2210 and mail to: NAACP, Co-op City Station 75-3111, Bronx, NY 10475. If it is your desire to make a financial contribution in any amount, it is most appreciated. Thank you for your continued support and for helping the NAACP advocate for a more just and equal America. “We must protest peacefully, demand persistently, and fight politically.

But most of all, we must vote in November!� –Derrick Johnson, NAACP President & CEO “The NAACP remains focused on the fight to ensure that the voice of our communities is never silenced.� –Derrick Johnson, NAACP President & CEO –Brenda Brown

Hello, neighbors. We continue to wish you all to be safe and healthy. Trust we all are complying with the guidelines to wear our mask, to be aware of social distancing at all times.

Proper Disposals – Laundry room etiquette safety, no more than five people at one time. Also, please keep the laundry room clean; discarded fabric softener and plastic bags, please put them in the garbage.

Also for some reasons, tissues, used masks, gloves are being discarded on the garage floors, elevators floors, grounds, and it looks disgusting. Please let us all act responsibly.

Tribute – We pay tribute to Congressman John Lewis, a Democrat who served as the US Representative for Georgia’s 5th District for three decades. He stated he has always been in some kind of fight – for freedom, equality, basic human rights, nearly his entire life. A statement by him resonates: when one see something that is not right, not fair, not just, one has a moral obligation to do something. May he rest on from labor to reward.

Zoom – Literally, I saw no need for Zoom, but unfortunately because of the pandemic, we find ourselves having to run out and buy a webcam because the desktop computer does not have a built-in camera.

Plus, we had to and are still learning the Zoom application. In reality, we have to get in tune with the fast pace of technology these days. Thankful JASA is trying to keep the community abreast and offering classes to help us all. Riverbay/JASA are to be commended. Believe it, we now have returned to meetings via Zoom in the com-

fort of our homes. Thankful that life somehow can go on.

Delivery of packages – A cooperator brought to our attention that packages are again being left on the lobby floors; this was addressed a few months ago. We advised those with this experience to contact the phone number on the package along with the tracking number; by the tracking number, the company can trace who the delivery person is.

Giving thanks – To Riverbay, elected officials, the City, essential workers, for all that has been done for our community. Food was coming, more than enough for which we are grateful. Masks, some light and washable, sanitizers. JASA/NORC also was distributing, calling checking on the seniors, asking if we are alright. In the midst of such devastations, some good is being manifested.

Don’t forget our neighbors, church members calling and encouraging one another.

Convectors – Shareholders who are elderly or disabled and require assistance checking and cleaning their convectors, please contact Maintenance at 718-320-330, option 2.

Happy birthday to all celebrating in this month. We offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to our Co-op City families who lost a loved one. We continue to pray for one another. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718583-3040 to share information of illness, someone deceased or in a nursing home.

Pray for the world, for the passing of this pandemic. Be prayerful, kind, thoughtful and thankful. —H. Overman

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Stay on Course

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson Some people have made a choice to stay on unemployment and not go back to work at this time. However, they need to understand that unemployment benefits are only a short-term solution to getting back into the workforce.

Keep it Moving The current labor statistics indicate that about 50 million people across the U.S. have filed for unemployment benefits. However, some people on that list have made a choice to not return to work at this time.

In some cases, people found out that their unemployment checks were bigger than their paychecks.

Then, some former employees stated that they’re scared of catching the coronavirus disease.

Earlier this year, the federal government started issuing $600 bonuses on top of state unemployment checks. Game changer! Some people on unemployment started getting more than $1,000 a week. Stay home? Yes. Relax? Yes. Commute? No. Easier than 40 hours a week? Yes. Lessen the chance of catching the coronavirus disease? Yes. On the other hand, lots of businesses had to struggle to keep employees. In fact, some businesses suffered when half of their workers would not return to work. Thereafter, those same businesses found out that they could not find replacement workers. So, life was tough for a lot of businesses.

But, as of yesterday, July 31, things may have changed big time with those unemployment checks. A $600 weekly bonus? That’s probably over for now. In fact, just last week, several politicians were in favor of drastically reducing this bonus to a figure that would amount to approximately 70 percent of wage replacement. Therefore, people might get around $200 instead of $600.

But, that figure might be cut further because some politicians want the federal government to limit

bonuses to only 50 percent of what states pay out in and took him to the hospital.

At the hospital, the doctors gave the child a CT unemployment benefits. And, if that happens, then some people on unemployment might find themselves scan. Then, shockingly, the doctors discovered that this 11-year-old child had a fractured skull along with in a lot of trouble.

Bottom line: A lot of politicians and businesses are an “epidural hematoma.” That is, bleeding between overly anxious to get things back to normal. So, regard- the skull and the brain’s covering. So, the doctors had less of the consequences, they want people to go back to rush this child into emergency surgery. Then, this to work. Therefore, do you think that those $600 bonuses young child eventually recovered from this accident. are going to continue? If the answer is maybe or no, then Thereafter, he started encouraging all kids to wear a we need to consider our situation now. Can I survive on helmet when they ride their bikes. unemployment checks? No? On the other hand, can I In NYS, the law states that helmets are required go back to work? If yes, can I follow the CDC’s guide- “for cyclists ages 13 and younger.” So, please ask yourlines on protecting myself and my family? self if you can comply with this law before your child Tough decisions, right? Absolutely. Regardless, a rides their bicycle. Costly? No. There is no such thing lot of people are going to wait until the last minute to as a helmet and other types of protective equipment consider going back to work. Then, they are going to being costly for a child that rides a bicycle. find out that they have a tremendous problem with Think, what will you do if your child falls off of a their unemployment benefits. Next, they’re going to bicycle and receives a life-long injury? Will the helfind out that too many people are searching for the met and other protective bicycle equipment cost more same jobs that they want. Not good. So, please make than that injury? No. Therefore, please think about sure that you consider this information right now and the possible long-term pain, guilt feelings, and regret make some good choices about your future. Thank you. that will occur if something happens to your child.

Helmets – Protect Yourself and Your Family Then, please purchase this equipment for everyone in One great thing about having beautiful weather is your home that rides a bicycle. that lots of people will be outside walking, exercisLastly, NYC has developed some good health and ing, or riding a bicycle. However, in some cases, peo- safety tips that should be reviewed before going out ple will be wearing a helmet along with other pieces and getting on a bicycle. So, I hope that everyone will of protective equipment. Then, well, let’s just review follow the law and take some good steps to protect some information on bicycle safety. themselves and their family.

A young kid, 11, with a new bike and a helmet was Close staying with some family members. However, the helPlease think about the safety of your family and met didn’t fit. So, the family members didn’t think yourself before you ride a bicycle, anything was going to happen to this kid if he didn’t Thank you. wear his helmet. Big mistake!

Contact Information This young child fell off of his bicycle. Then, later The administrative areas of Bartow have been shut on, the child returned to the relatives’ home and com- down. So, please do not send a letter to me. However, plained only about a scraped knee and elbow. There- you can send an email to me at: djohnson@riverbayafter, the child continued to play. However, the child board.com. went home the next day, a Tuesday, and told his mother Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you what happened. By Wednesday, the child had to lay would like to have a brief discussion with me. Okay, down as soon as he woke up because his head was that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. hurting. So, the mother noticed a bump on his temple And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Building 9 Association

event due to Covid-19 concerns, but Salutations, Building 9 family. we have not canceled the fun. We are Reminder: Income Affidavits were announcing details of a special ‘FREE’ due July 31, 2020. raffle for Section 2 shareholders. SubThank you to all our neighbors who mit shareholder’s name, address, aparthave been thoughtful enough to check on their neighbors. Checking on others ment number, telephone number, and is not a time to be intrusive or nosy, it the name and age of at least one child is an opportunity to be loving and kind. in your household, to your building assoIf you are convalescing, please follow ciation via e-mail. The Cooper Place the advice of your doctors. If you are Townhouses and each building associcaring for someone, please take good ation will hold a virtual raffle drawing care of yourself, for your sake and theirs. on Saturday, Sept. 12 at noon. All the Thank you to our dedicated and dili- raffle prizes will be the same. Winners gent building staff for the outstanding will be notified and prizes will be diswork they do, especially in our laundry tributed on or before Sept. 30. We would room/bathroom. like to take publicity photos of the rafPlease ensure your trash clears the fle winners. Good luck! chute. It is not your neighbors’ responWe lost two Civil Rights giants. The sibility to push down your trash. Take Rev. C.T. Vivian and Congressman John your boxes to the basement.

Robert Lewis. In memory of their life’s Do not use your foot to activate the work, continue to “make good trouble;” automatic door. be interrupters of injustice; march, kneel, Co-op City has a Covid-19 testing speak out, stand up, sit in, etc., for jussite located in the Dreiser Mall at 105 tice, equality, respect and decency. This Dreiser Loop. Operating hours are 9 a.m. is a momentous time in the “beloved community.” Vote! to 7 p.m. No appointment necessary.

We have moved to the next phase of It is hard to imagine a more stupid or re-opening New York City. Please act more dangerous way of making deciresponsibly. Please be mindful of your sions than by putting those decisions in actions and that of your family and the hands of people who pay no price guests. Riverbay has posted signage for being wrong or who use your colregarding face masks and social dis- lective power to further their own means. tancing while on the premises. This “Freedom speaks not merely in terms of political and religious liberties, but guidance is for the safety and protecalso in terms of economic and social tion of our entire community.

The Section 2 Summer Fun Day progress.” –Robert F. Kennedy Godspeed.

—Linda Collins Committee has canceled our June 2020

Black Forum

Emergency Food Pantry – 920 Baychester Ave., Bld. 1A (entrance faces the basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m.

- 12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests who registered and re-certified in 2020 are eligible to pick up food once a month during regular distribution hours.

Please look at the last date on your pantry card to determine when you can pick up your monthly package. It is a 30- to 31-day rotation. There are caveats. Come on Friday if your pick-up date falls on Saturday or Sunday. Come on Tuesday if your pick-up date falls on Monday. We will still text if additional items become available outside of normal business hours. All guests must present their pantry card to receive food. Remember to bring sturdy shopping bags and a shopping cart. Wearing a mask/face covering is required. We also ask that all guests use the markers on the ground to help practice physical distancing. Registration for new pantry guests is currently closed. Please check back for future registration dates.

Defensive Driving Class – Please check this article for future dates.

Contact Us – We look forward to hearing from you at coopcityblackforum @gmail.com. Please stay safe.

–D. Illis

Community Protestant Church

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Co-op City United Methodist Church Iglesia Evangelica MU de Co-op City Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

“If you say, “The Lord is my refuge,” and you make the Most High your dwelling, no harm will overtake you, no disaster will come near your tent.

For He will command His angels concerning you, to guard you in all your ways.” Psalm 91:9-1.1 UMCC is a Bible-centered congregation with spirit-filled worship and we offer a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural and bilingual congregation – all are welcome! We are changing with the times and now offer online service.

We are located at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30 (entrance on Boller Ave.). Parking is available on Palmer Ave. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sánchez-Orta. For more information about our services, please contact our administrative secretary Marta Medina by phone: 917-740-0256, or by email: coopcityevangelicalumc@gmail.com.

Remote Schedule for Sundays – Come and receive a blessing We would love for you to join us on Sundays. We are currently sharing our services online through our Facebook page, www.facebook.com/UMC ofCoopCity/. We are also holding services via Zoom. For more information, visit our website at www.coopcityumc.com.

Our Remote Services via Zoom – Sunday at 12 p.m. (Spanish) and 2 p.m.

(English) Remote Schedule for our weekly services – Come and receive a blessing via Zoom Tuesday, 12 p.m. (Spanish) and 7 p.m. (English) Pray and Reflection Service Thursday, 7 p.m. (English) – Small group Bible Study with Pastor Jackie Friday, 8 p.m. (English), 4.12 Youth Services Sunday School, 8 a.m. (English) Food Pantry: The Food Pantry distribution center at our church serves Section 5. Ongoing registration and distribution of food is on Thursdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Those registering must present one of the following government issued up-to-date ID’s showing a 10475 zip code: Driver, Non-Driver, or NYC ID. Anyone 18+ of age can register. Only one participant per household may register.

Blessings, —Marta Medina

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

Church Schedule Sunday School is now in session via conference call at the above number every Sunday at 9:00 a.m. Sunday School is really a part of our history, and because someone cared and was concerned enough, many of us benefitted and know its value. Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly.

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

Noon Day Prayer at CPC on Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m., you are cordially invited to call in for noon Day Prayer at CPC, an hour of Power, Prayer, Praise and Testimony.

Bible Study on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. Please join us via the Conference Call number above.

For his sermonette last Sunday, Pastor Owens quoted Romans 8:37, “Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us;” and 2 Corinthians 2:14, “Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ…” His topic was, “Be a survivor, not a statistic.” To be a survivor, we must put our trust in God, keep our eyes on the Lord, continue to study God’s word and never get far from our prayer closet. The benefits are: you will live to tell others about God, you will become stronger and you will hear the master say, “Well done, thou good and faithful servant.” Let God continue to lead you, there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Please remember to practice social distancing and wear your mask when you go out.

Our prayers go out for peace and justice in this time of racial tension and protests all over our city and our country. Until we meet again, Pastor Owens and our church family pray that God will be merciful unto us, and bless us; and cause His face to shine upon us; that His way may be known upon earth, and His saving health among all nations.

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Time is ripe for HCR to revisit surcharge formula Director’s Viewpoint

Leslie Peterson Recently, we lost an historic figure who championed what was fair and just. He believed you should never be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble. “If you see something that is not right, not fair, not just, you have a moral obligation to do something about it.” –John Lewis, SIP These past few months have been stressful for many households in our community. Shareholders have feared for their health and many have suffered economically.

More income doesn’t necessarily equate to more disposable income. There is little to no support for those families because most resources are geared for those in lower income brackets. In light of this, I think the time has come to ask Management to petition HCR to review the formula used to determine surcharges. The equity for a unit has changed over the years. The percentage used to calculate surcharges hasn’t changed in at least 35 years, consequently, from my estimation, 6% of current equities results in higher surcharge payments.

Only HCR can make the change. We should contemplate requesting HCR review the surcharge formula and consider implementing a revision, perhaps of 15%. This would decrease the surcharge payments, help many families and encourage them to remain in Co-op City.

Although this may decrease extra income we receive from surcharges, I do think it is about being fair. We are a Limited-Profit Housing Company. We are trusted to obtain the lowest possible carrying charge within the Mitchel-Lama rules and regulations. If this can be done without endangering the community’s long term interest,

and doesn’t minimize essential services or impair proper maintenance, I think it is something to consider and aim to change in 2022 when we are expected to be close to completing many of our projects.

Back in June, I wrote about the reason for the fencing around the buildings. Local Law 11 is mandated by New York City. The City has imposed stricter guidelines over the years to protect you. When work is being done, no one knows the trajectory of something falling so make no mistake the sidewalk shedding and fencing is for your protection. Cycle 9 commenced February 21, 2020 and must be completed before the next cycle begins.

By coincidence, a shareholder had some questions that were actually addressed at a recent Webinar I attended hosted by a law firm. They informed the listeners that outside of government guidelines, a Board can choose to keep common areas closed. Upon opening common areas, written safety plans should be in place. Additionally, they stated buildings should be notified when someone has tested positive for Covid-19 in their building. Initially, shareholders were requested to report to Management if they were diagnosed. Although this message should not need repeating, I urge shareholders to continue to report this information to our Safety department. Stay safe, wear your mask, wash your hands and socially distance.

Covid-19 Testing Site: Now Open and is located at 105 Dreiser Loop near the supermarket. It is a walkin site open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. with no appointment necessary. Everyone should get tested whether you have symptoms or are at increased risk. You do NOT need insurance to get tested and your results are confidential. What is the best way to know our community is safe? Get Tested!

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Church of New Vision

Pastors Kenneth and Debbie Hodge and the New Vision congregation greet you in the precious name of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ; always giving thanks for his goodness and mercy that he has given unto us as we stand in faith by his grace in this time and season that we are living in. We thank God for meeting the very needs of our lives and we pray that we continue to walk by faith and not by sight, and that all things will work together for our good according to His word. Let’s stay prayerful as we watch and wait for our change to come.

We welcome you with the love of the Lord to join us on Sunday as we share the word of God at 11:00 a.m. on YouTube, type in Kenneth Hodge. Wednesday prayer service, 7:00 p.m., via telephone conference line by calling 1-646-769-9900, then enter access number 3099388. Once prayer has begun, please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity.

Sunday, July 26, worship service theme: “Consider the Christ of the Cross.”

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Consider him who endured such opposition from sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.” Amen (Matt. 11:28-30; Heb. 4:15-16; 1Cor. 1:16; 1 Samuels 12:24; Ps. 107:43; Mark 1:41; Mark 6:34) Our heartfelt sympathies go out to the bereaved families. May the love of God embrace, heal, strengthen, comfort, and give you peace.

Announcement: The Niagara Falls, Canada trip scheduled for July 21-24 has been cancelled. Refunds have been mailed. Continue to practice social dis-

tancing, washing hands and wear a mask. Be well and stay safe! Thanks for your contributions, Malachi 3:10.

Mailing address: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 753037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

–Brenda Brown

so in person at your county Board of Elections or at any New York State Agency-Based voter registration center. You can also call the 1-800-FOR-VOTE hotline to request a voter application. Keep in mind the deadline to request and submit your voter registration is as follows: If mailing, it must be postmarked by October 9, 2020 and received by the Board of Elections by October 14, 2020. In person, to be eligible to vote in the General Election, your application must be received no later than October 9, 2020. On vote.org, if you are registered, review the requirements for an absentee ballot. If any of the circumstances pertain to you, go to menu and then go to “Get Your Absentee Ballot” application. Fill out the required questions. This way, you will receive your absentee ballot and be prepared if you know you will not be able to go to your voting site.

The West Nile virus-infected mosquitoes made their first appearance this season in the Bronx and Staten Island. Mosquitoes are attracted to certain compounds that are present on human skin and in sweat. Use an insect repellent. Wear long sleeves and pants, if possible.

This can limit the area available for mosquitoes to bite.

Choose light-colored clothing. Mosquitoes are attracted to black and darker colors. Avoid peak mosquito times. Mosquitoes are most active at dawn and dusk.

Be aware and report any standing water conditions.

The Health Department focused spraying on Pelham Bay Park North, New England Thruway to the north; and Hutchinson River to the south and east.

“There comes a time when one must take a position that is neither safe nor politic nor popular, but he must take it because his conscience tells him it is right.” – Martin Luther King Jr. I am interested in hearing your thoughts. I can be reached by e-mail at lpeterson@riverbayboard.com or by telephone at 718-320-1370.

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Bereavement Hour 2 p.m. - 3 p.m., via phone only Call 929-299-1045, Code: 1387

Arts with Laura 10 a.m. -12 p.m. via Zoom and phone Must call or email to register 929-399-1387

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

Meditation w/ Charles Tyler 11:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.

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Concerts in Motion 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

To join the Zoom meeting, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/869916 40881 Or you can dial in by phone: +1-646-558-8656 (New York) +1-312-626-6799 US Meeting ID is: 869 9164 0881

Fri., Aug. 7

Arts with Laura 10 a.m. -12 p.m. via Zoom and phone YOGA on the Greenway behind Bldg. 18 & 19, Alcott Place w/ “Zumba with Ola” 1-2 p.m. via Zoom or phone Sierra Must call or email to register 9:15 -10:15 a.m.

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Wed., Aug. 5

No activities are available

Body in Motion 11a.m. -12 p.m. Exercise class via Zoom or phone.

Must call or email to register.

929-399-1387

Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.

To join Zoom meeting, go to: https://zoom.us/j/99565341173 +1-646-876-9923 US (New York) Meeting ID: 948 6880 5136

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Stretch and Tone with Ola 1 p.m. -2 p.m. via Zoom or phone Must call or email to register 929-399-1387

Music Therapy 11 a.m.- 12 p.m.

Zoom call-in number: 1-646-876-9923 Meeting ID: 935-5178-1563

Diabetes Self-Management Class with Laura & Julissa 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

To join the Zoom meeting, go to https://zoom.us/j/98377173191 Must call or email to register One tap mobile +1-929-205-6099 for all other activities Meeting ID: 983 7717 3191 929-399-1387

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Goose Island Seniors

Words from the Goose Island President – To all members of the Goose Island family, I miss you so much.

I miss all the love we shared as we gathered together enjoying the activities we engaged in. Each one of you has a place in my heart which fills up with joy whenever we meet. The joy and laughter l hear from you makes me proud we have this club. To all the people who have gone on our trips, I miss and love you, too. We can’t let our feelings cause us to make unwise decisions. The number of cases among seniors have gone down because we are staying in our homes and wearing masks and gloves if we have to go out. The virus has not gone away, we are just protecting ourselves from it. There is word from the experts that the cases of the disease might be getting worse in the fall. We cannot encourage the seniors to leave their protected surroundings by reopening the club. We are very sorry but the Goose Island Seniors Club will remain temporarily closed and there will be no activities during the summer months.

To all members: Happy Birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of August: Amy Rindner, Alva Parnell, Rose Vega, Marvine Hollman, Archangel Ortiz (Archie) Sylvia Polite, Diana Gordon, Ella Thorne, Joann Evans and Angel Rondon.

Sick or Shut-in – Our former president, Mary Pilla, is doing well and says to tell everyone hello. She is at the Paramount at Somers Nursing Center. You may call her at (718) 753-1816.

Our club is at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475, the Section 5 Community Center, phone number: (718) 379-9613. Our office is presently closed. You may call or text Stephen’s cell at (347) 847-1941. Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net.

These are unusual times. All our lives are altered. Let’s pray this will end soon. On behalf of my officers and myself, try to stay safe.

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

Upcoming Events

The trip to Sight and Sound to see Queen Esther has been changed from Wednesday, October 28th to Wednesday, April 21, 2021.

One day only/Virtual Nutrition Class with Amelia Jalandoni – “Healthful Eating for a Healthy Immune System,” Monday, Aug. 10, 11 a.m. on Zoom.

Please call Dreiser Senior Center to sign up for event and get Zoom information at 718-320-1345.

Floral Arrangement Demonstration – Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. via ZOOM titled: “Simple Breakfast Setting.” Please call Ann Moncrieffe, 929399-1387, for information about the class.

Fall Prevention Presentation – Friday, Aug. 14, 10 a.m. Please call Ann Moncrieffe, 929-399-1387, for information about the class.

JASA Co-op City NORC Program invites you to Upcoming Virtual Activities - August 2020 YOGA w/Sierra Polite: Every Tuesday on the Greenway behind Building 18 & 19 by Alcott Place & the small baseball field starting Tuesday, Aug. 4th, 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Remember to bring your Yoga mat and water. For information, call 718-320-2066.

Every Wed., Tai Chi classes, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Join Zoom meeting, https://zoom.us/j/95267447198 ?pwd=MDhCa1U5d24rMkdpNWZnMXVHejl2dz09.

Mobile: 929.205.6099 Meeting ID: 952 6744 7198 Password: 455576 Every Wednesday in July: How to Zoom, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Join Zoom Meeting, https://zoom.us/j/97187 864164?pwd=OWVvdEYrY2JJcFBXazREcTJWYWhPQT09.

Mobile 929.205.6099 Meeting ID: 971 8786 4164 Password: 350367 Every Friday: Concerts in Motion, 1-2 p.m.

Zoom meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/829068 81632 Dial in phone number: 646.558.8656 Meeting ID: 829 0688 1632, press #. When asked for a participant ID, please skip this by pressing # again.

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

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

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Per President Mickens: Hope our members and your families are doing well. Please continue your health practices of wearing face covering, handwashing and maintaining social (6 ft.) distancing.

AARP (National) functions beyond chapter activities.

The Advocacy team in Albany continues to work with Congressman Eliot Engel and our Associates’ State Director Maggie Castro regarding nursing home issues. Further information to follow as district leaders return to Albany.

Seniors continue to be the forefront of AARP. Reminder: Please report your Census information and don’t forget to VOTE (by walk-in or by mail).

Again, we wish all members and neighbors to stay safe, wear a mask at all times, and check on one another periodically.

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

Reminder: Our monthly membership meeting, scheduled on the second Monday of each month, is cancelled until further notice.

–Delores Debnam

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Open Door Ministries

Newsong Church

“The Cost of Salvation” Full sermon at opendoorministries.net

How to deal with problem people – Part 2

Ephesians 2:8 For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God 9 not by works, so that no one can boast. We received grace, the unmerited favor of God, yet salvation was costly and should not be taken lightly. God says in Hebrews 2:3 how shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation?

Although salvation is freely given it is by no means cheap.

We must honor God as evidence that our former life has been abolished and we are new creatures in Jesus.

Salvation cost God the Father – separation from Jesus.

Salvation cost God the Son – suffering and many tears.

Salvation cost God the holy spirit – being grieved and quenched by human weakness and desire.

Philippians 2:7-8 He stripped himself of all privileges and rightful dignity, so as to assume the guise of a slave, in that he became like men and was born a human being. And after he had appeared in human form, he abased and humbled Himself still further and carried his obedience to the extreme of death, even the death of the cross!

James Ryle quotes Bruce Shelly, “Christianity is the only major religion which has as its central event the humiliation of its God.” His humiliation began with the incarnation and ended with the Crucifixion. “The God of power, as he did ride in his majestic robes of glory, resolved to light; and so, one day he did descend, undressing all the way.” –George Herbert.

Consider that he restrained his omnipotence within the frailty of human flesh; He confined his omniscience within the limitations of human thought and contained his omnipresence within the body of one human – Jesus of Nazareth. This in itself is humbling, but there’s more.

He came as a Servant, instead of One who is served. A King willing to be treated as a slave! There is still more.

In the ultimate descent and undressing, He humbled Himself unto a horrible death on a despised cross. Shelly is right, “Christianity is the only major religion which has as its central event the humiliation of its God.” And why did he so willingly humble Himself? Why, it was so that he might lift us up! The greatest gift you can give to Jesus is a life lived above the common. He descended that you might ascend; he came down that you might go up; he became sin, that you might be made righteous. He died that you might live. Yes, he did descend, undressing all the way.

Salvation costs us – obedience, humility, submission, surrender. Mark 8:34 Then he called the crowd to him along with his disciples and said: “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.

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Blessings in Christ, –Pastor Luis Ramos

15 Some indeed preach Christ from envy and rivalry, but others from good will. 16 The latter do it out of love, knowing that I am put here for the defense of the gospel. 17 The former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely but thinking to afflict me in my imprisonment. 18 What then? Only that in every way, whether in pretense or in truth, Christ is proclaimed, and in that I rejoice.

–Philippians 1:12-18 (ESV) Hurt people, hurt people. As Christians, we’re not perfect, but our God is! As we surrender to the working of the Holy Spirit, He transforms us into the image of Jesus. However, this is a process, and when we’re dealing with problem people, we have to remember that we ourselves are one saved by grace. So how do we deal with problem people while learning to become more like Jesus? Paul gives us three attitudes to avoid, and one to embrace.

Avoid a CRITICAL Attitude What is a critical attitude? It’s an attitude that’s unfavorable, discouraging, and unpleasant. A person with a critical attitude makes unfavorable comparisons and unfavorable comments. We see this attitude in verses 15 and 17: 15 Some indeed preach Christ from envy and rivalry…17 The former proclaim Christ out of selfish ambition, not sincerely but thinking to afflict me in my imprisonment.

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Another word for “envy” is jealousy. It doesn’t matter if you’re in school, at work, or in the church, we’ve all experienced jealousy…It’s a result of the fall. Have you ever been jealous of a friend or coworker’s success? That’s envy.

Author and blogger Tilly Dillehay writes: “Envy is the only sin I can think of that is really no fun at all…Even when envy gets what it wants—the destruction or removal of another person’s good gift –it is left with empty energy that must be redirected to anew object of hatred” The bottom line is envy is a sin and we need to treat it as a sin. We should repent for our attitude and thank God for the success of the person that we envy. In Matthew 5, Jesus commands us to pray for and bless our enemies. Since the envious heart can turn even the best of friends into enemies, praying for them and their continued success is a good way to stop being envious. Are you filled with envy? It’s time to stop being a problem person.

Remember, you’re a work in progress. Ask the Holy Spirit to replace that envy in your heart with the love and patience that God has for you!

Join us Sundays at 11 a.m. via livestream, www.newsongchurchnyc.org.

—Pastor Mike Tolone

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Pentecostal Tabernacle

Located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, NY 10475.

Services in the sanctuary are on hold until further notice.

Focus: God is God alone and has all power.

1 Kings 18:30-39: And Elijah said unto all the people, come near unto me. And all the people came near unto him. And he repaired the alter of the Lord that was broken down. And Elijah took twelve stones, according to the number of tribes of the sons of Jacob, unto whom the word of the Lord came saying, Israel shall be thy name. And with the stones he built an alter in the name of the Lord: and he made a trench about the alter, as great as would contain two measures of seed.

And he put the wood in order, and cut the bullock in pieces, laid him on the wood, and said, fill four barrels with water, and pour it on the burnt sacrifice, and on the wood. And he said, do it the second time. And he said, do it the third time. And they did it the third time. And the water ran around about the alter; and he filled the trench also with water. And it came to pass at the time of the offering of the evening sacrifice, that Elijah the prophet came near, and said, Lord God of Abraham, Isaac , and of Israel let it be known this day that thou hast turned their heart back again. Then the fire of the Lord fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood, and the stones, and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench. And when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces: and they said, The Lord, he is the God; the Lord, he is the God. Those who serve the true god have hope.

Romans 5:3-4 states, “And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience; and patience, experience; and experience, hope.” Those who serve the Lord have always had hope, even during times of great tribulation. The children of Israel had the hope of a deliverer during the four hundred years they were held in bondage by Egypt. Jesus has come, and we now have the blessed hope of salvation and eternal life. No one can escape the consequences of sin, yet we can all overcome by the sacrifice of God through his son, Jesus. The glorious hope we have is recorded by miraculous events in the old and the new testaments. The hope found in serving God is beyond comprehension. Our hope comes from God. Romans 15:13 states, now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that he may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.’’

God created all things in heaven and in earth. He spoke it all into existence, yet He has love for humanity that surpasses all understanding.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Co-op City Baptist Church

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

Adult Sunday School is held at 9:00 a.m. You can join us via Conference Call Line: 563-999- 2090, Pin #: 660065.

Bible Study is held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Please join us using Zoom, https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102, Password: 788175. Call in number: (646) 568-7788, Conference ID: 962 343 0102#, Password: 788175# Thursday Prayer Warriors and Friday Prayer Service will continue through the summer. Both will be held at 10:00 a.m. To join in, use the Conference Call Line, 563-999-2090, Pin #: 660065.

Friday Evening Prayer Service is on hiatus for the summer.

Please keep each other in your prayers and be wise in your decisions. Don’t forget to wear a mask, practice social distancing and stay safe!

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

–Hattie L. Lucas

Scheduling Activities Calendar All activities have been canceled until further notice due to the COVID-19 health crisis. Please follow all the recommended, necessary protective measures to help prevent the spread of this virus.

All NYPL locations will be closed until further notice.

During this time, fines are suspended and due dates are extended. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Please make sure to check out our array of online resources at nypl.org.

Traditional Synagogue

With NYC going into phase four, the synagogue has pushed back its opening date until September 18, 2020. This is being done to allow the synagogue to meet the safety requirements for COVID-19. The new date coincides with the start of Rosh Hashanah holiday.

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

If no one is in the office, please leave a message.

The synagogue has Services on Saturday morning starting at 9 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 don’t come to services. Please come by 9:00 a.m. so we can take out the Torah.

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

Sabbath ends on Saturday, August 1, at 9:02 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, August 2, at 7:43 p.m.

Good and Welfare We sell tree certificates in Honor or Memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15.00 per tree. Mazel Tov to all having Simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To All members Happy birthday to all members: Barbara Rose, Howard Schwartz, Steven Schwartz, Michael Schweiger and Fern Brandt who will celebrate their birthday in August. For all those members celebrating their birthday/anniversary in August, please send me your names and I will add them to the list.

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

–Bruce Gitelson

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Never leave your unlocked car running with the keys in the ignition. This presents an opportunity for car thieves. Yes, this does happen.

Co-op City’s eight garages have all exits locked with entry by key only for authorized persons who possess garage leases. The exits on all four corners as well as front and rear doors require a key to gain access. It is very important that residents make certain they close and lock the doors behind themselves. Garage parkers should also try not to open the door for anyone they do not know. It may seem rude not to hold the door, but granting access to persons who are not authorized presents a hazard to authorized parkers and their property.

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

Use caution pulling into and out of your parking spot and always leave your tires facing straight ahead so there are no surprises when exiting your spot. Use care and courtesy when opening your doors when parked next to other vehicles.

Garage rules and regulations are enforced by the Co-op City Department of Public Safety as well as the Parking Facilities Department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Speed bumps are present to regulate speed and increase safe driving habits by slowing down traffic.

It is also important to ensure that parkers do not park in a reserved spot or a handicapped spot. Illegal parking subjects the vehicle to the risk of being towed or having a Community Complaint issued. Please look on the ground for a reserved spot or a handicapped designation before parking in a spot.

Reports of suspicious persons or activities are investigated promptly. Any persons observed in the garage may be asked to provide identification, including vehicle registration for a vehicle parked in the garage. Persons observed within the garages without a valid reason are subject to arrest for Trespass. Upon further investigation, charges of Grand Larceny Auto, Burglary or Possession of Burglars’ Tools may also apply. Co-op City residents arrested for actions within Coop City are also subject to receiving a Community Complaint. Serious arrests followed by a conviction may result in a review of that shareholder’s ability to reside within our community.

It is most important that garage parkers notify the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050, 911 and the garage ttendant if they observe any suspicious persons or activity in the garages. The intercoms at the front and rear of the garages are always manned, even if there is no attendant present. Suspicious activity and some problems encountered with your parking pass or sticker can also be addressed at the intercom. Suspicious activity near vehicles parked on the street should also be reported. If you see something that just does not seem right, it is best to call immediately. Your intuition that something is wrong usually is just that and is always worth investigating. Residents whose windows face the roof of a garage have called in suspicious activity around vehicles. Observations by residents have yielded many arrests over the years. When vigilant residents report suspicious activities to us, patterns of auto crimes are identified and ideally put to an end with the arrest of the person(s) responsible. Active involvement by residents allows auto crime rates within Co-op City to remain among the lowest in the city. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would therefore like to thank all persons who have called in to report suspicious activity.

On a related note, please be sure to buckle your seatbelt and avoid distractions when driving when driving within the Co-op City garages or anywhere else you drive. All traffic laws should be followed within the garage. We also recommend turning your headlights on in the garage, day or night, to increase visibility. Texting or speaking on a cell phone greatly increases your chance of being involved in a motor vehicle accident. If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, be sure to designate a driver who will not drink, phone a friend or call a cab or ride sharing program. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Don’t forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other (while observing social distance) in the hallway or in the street. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. It is also important to remember that not all disabilities are visible. Someone who appears to be healthy may have a physical or developmental disability.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety is asking cooperators to always practice social distancing and wear masks or face coverings in public. Wearing a mask or face covering is especially important in the public areas of the buildings including the lobbies, hallways, elevators and laundry rooms. People should avoid gathering in large groups. Hand washing, the use of hand sanitizer and not touching your face are other strategies to help stop the spread of Covid-19 and other illnesses. Please follow the latest guidance provided by the CDC and the New York City Department of Health.

Faith in God Church & Bible Institute

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

In the sermon on the mount, Jesus presents a standard of love that’s beyond comparison. We see this in the gospel according to Matthew 5:43-48. It says: 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’

44 “But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 “that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous.

46 I:f you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that?

47 “And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that?

48 “Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect.”

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

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

We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone # is (347) 2764925. Jesus loves you, and so do we!

–Evangelist Vernon Little

American Legion Post 1871

Post 1871 is officially on break The American Legion of Co-op City is officially on recess for the two months of July and August regardless of the incidence of COVID-19. However, the executive committee reserves the right to convene in case of emergency and if the need arises. So basically, there will be no general meeting either by teleconference or via Zoom for these two months even if normalcy is restored. Thus, I am using this medium to wish all our comrades a fun-filled, safe and relaxed summer. We are hoping that possibly, maybe, business will resume again as we come back in the month of September for a new fiscal year road map. My charge to every member is to try and reach out to a veteran or veteran family during this pandemic, especially those who have not seen the need to join this noble organization.

Face covering & social distancing You must have read it everywhere that the intent of the government is to preserve the health and safety of the public. Thus federal, state and local health officials have identified face coverings as a possible way to protect one another from the COVID 19 infection. This safe practice was prescribed for the communities while there are on-going concerns for the status of school reopening, but it will surprise you that none of these entities paid attention to veterans specifically. Or, if they do, maybe their way and manner of reaching out is questionable. The veterans have not been fairly treated, as I found myself trying to get free masks for the veterans. The current trend adopted by in-person contact procedures to minimize risk of reducing coronavirus spread is by requiring face coverings, even while maintaining social distancing. Unfortunately, our organization has been grouped with community based organization.

Face shield With the help and the generosity of one of our veterans, Legionnaire Juice Richardson, American Legion is sponsoring the idea of self-made shield and we are ready to give to anyone who is interested. Comrade Richardson made several of them and this was announced during our last zoom meeting. Several of us have gotten ours and it turns out to be more convenient using face shield than face masks. They’re reusable as it only needs little effort in sanitizing them for re-use.

So, if anyone is interested in this, kindly reach out to the Post by calling the office number and leave a message or you can call me directly, 347-327-6288.

Annual dues I want to remind you again that it is that time of the year when you receive those letters from the National Headquarter in Indianapolis about your dues renewal.

Though, activities of the Legion are suspended all the way from the National Headquarters down to respective Posts, the organization itself is not closed down.

So, as we might have been accustomed to by now, the year 2020 is just halved, but our dues actually covers a period of July 1 through June 30.

–Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown Toba

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Shareholders are reminded they should not divulge personal identification or banking information to anyone they do not know. Scammers use technology to make their phone calls appear as though they are coming from legitimate government agencies, utilities and places of business including Riverbay Corporation and the 45th Precinct. Please do not respond or give your personal information. Hang up and use the phone number or email you have on file for your personal banking institutions or other contacts to verify whether the call was legitimate or not. As we’ve reported previously, most reputable businesses will not contact you by phone to request information, pressure you into making on-the-spot decisions or to inform you about service changes. Remember, be smart, be safe. Hang up and contact the authorities!

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If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymous hotline by the following methods:

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Go to an independent website, www.lighthouse-services/riverbaycorp, to complete an online disclosure form; Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Send an e-mail to: reports@lighthouse-services.com (the email must include “Riverbay” in the subject); or

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