Co-op City Times 08/18/18 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 53 No. 33

Saturday, August 18, 2018

New Parking Garage Access System Starts In Garage 3 On Monday, Aug. 20 The new parking garage access system using RFID stickers, which will work just like an “EZ-Pass,” is rolling out next week with the first changeover in Garage 3. Starting Monday morning, Aug. 20, at 8 a.m., residents who park in Garage 3 will be able to enroll their cars in the new system. The enrollment can be done right on site at Garage 3 and should take approximately 10 minutes to fill out a vehicle information update form and have an attendant bring the tag up to the vehicle and place the sticker inside the front windshield. Staff members from the Riverbay Parking department will be on hand to verify that each car is registered to park in the garage and to update the information in Riverbay’s Parking Department database. Cars can be registered and receive the new RFID stickers on site at Garage 3 from 8 a.m. until 8 p.m. next Monday through Friday, Aug. 20 to Aug. 24. Any resident who would prefer can come to the Parking Department office in the Bartow Center during office hours next week and fill out the form and have the sticker attached to their car immediately thereafter. Beginning the following Monday morning, Aug. 27, the current access cards cannot be used to wave cars into Garage 3. Only cars with the new RFID Workers from Riverbay’s Parking and Leasing stickers will be able to enter. If a resident Department and manufacturer Amano McGann has their car already parked in the garage completed work last week for the new access sysand can’t get out, the attendant on duty tem being installed in Garage 3. Shareholders will can call a dispatcher to open the gate, but register and receive their new RFID stickers at the Photo by Jim Roberts attendants in the garage will not be able garage starting on Aug. 20. to do so. The new RFID system uses an electronic eye at the gate to read the sticker on the front windshield and lift the gate to let the car enter. Until the entire system is working in all garages, Garage 3 parkers will be able to enter other garages, but they will have to be let in manually. Riverbay’s current parking access system suffers from frequent computer crashes and can’t provide reports detailing revenue and traffic flows that are needed to make the garages run efficiently. The software now used is no longer upgraded or serviced by (Continued on page 2) BY JIM ROBERTS

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Working Group Formed To Study Planned Train Service In Co-op City

A new city planning group created to study the best way to develop four new train stations in the Bronx, including one in Co-op City, will have plenty of time to meet and talk before rail service here actually begins. The “Bronx Metro-North Working Group” met for the first time in late July to “… engage local residents and businesses to optimize new commuter rail service that is in the works for the East and South Bronx,” according to a press release. The long-planned, long-discussed and long-promised train service from Co-op City to Manhattan has been on the drawing boards for many, many years. Hopes have been dashed frequently over the past decade, primarily because of constant construction delays and massive cost overruns on the East Side Access project which will connect the Long Island Rail Road service directly into Grand Central Station, opening up rail lines so Bronx train service will have access to freed-up Penn Station gates. The original completion date of 2009 for East Side Access would have made train service from Co-op City a possibility about seven years ago. The work to finish boring the tunnels for a new Manhattan tunnel to carry the LIRR trains to Grand Central is now expected to cost the MTA $11.2 billion. And a new completion date is now promised for December 2022, according to a presentation that MTA Chief Development Officer Janno Lieber made in May. Based on that date four years from now, any service from Co-op City is approximately five to six years away from BY JIM ROBERTS

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City Planning Commission To Discuss Animal Shelter Proposal Monday Afternoon No in-person comments accepted but online comments can still be submitted

According to a spokesperson for the City Planning Commission (CPC), the Mayor’s proposal to construct the Bronx Animal Care Center on Bartow Avenue will be one of the topics of discussion as the CPC holds a regular scheduled review session on Monday, Aug. 20th, beginning at 1 p.m. on the Concourse on 120 Broadway in Manhattan, the same room where last week’s hearing was held. According to the CPC press office, no public comments will be taken at this review session but the public is welcome to come and listen. Another way to watch and listen is to live stream the review session on-line. The live stream is available by going to the City Planning Commission website and clicking on “CPC meets.” A page will appear with the review session as the top item on the page. At 1 p.m. click on “View the livestream of the Review Session” and the session can then be viewed and listened BY BILL STUTTIG

to live. The discussion concerning the animal shelter is expected late in the afternoon. While no public comments will be taken at this session, on-line and mailed-in comments are still be accepted, according to the CPC website. A comment form is available online. Residents can go to NYC.gov and click on “City Planning” or go to www1.nyc.gov/site/planning/index.page. On that page under City Planning Commission, click on “agenda and videos.” On the next page that comes up, scroll down to “Comment on Active Land Use Application” and click on the highlighted words “CPC Comments.” A comment form will appear. Click on “select borough,” and select the Bronx. Then click on “select project,” and select “Bartow Avenue Animal Shelter.” Fill out the rest of the form which includes space for 500 words of comments. Then hit “submit” to file your comment with the commission. Comments can also be mailed to City Planning (Continued on page 2)

“Coming to the Bronx” is the headline on a press release discussing train service on the drawing board but still several years away from becoming reality. A new study group was formed this month to listen to ideas from residents of Co-op City and other areas in the Bronx.

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the vendor and is obsolete. “We will have better controls of both access and information with this new system,” said Danielle O’Connor, Riverbay’s Director of Parking and Leasing. “We’ll be able to provide better customer service, better pre-planning of traffic control during the winter or high-volume times to prevent overcrowding, and generate more revenue for the company, all of which will greatly benefit our shareholders and residents. “We know this project is a major undertaking and want to thank all the shareholders in advance for their patience and understanding,” O’Connor said. “We do expect the busiest times to be in the hours just after 5 p.m. so we would suggest coming during the day if at all possible.” Under the new system, hourly parkers will pay with credit cards instead of

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Commission, 120 Broadway, 31st Floor, New York, N.Y. 10271. Comments should be sent in sooner rather than later because there is no clear date for when the CPC will stop accepting comments and no clear date when the CPC is expected to vote. After the Commission is done reviewing the proposal and decides on its recommendation, the matter will then go to the City Council. City Councilman Andy King has already repeatedly expressed his opposition to placing the Animal Care Center on Bartow Avenue and generally the rest of the Council votes along with the wishes of the Councilmember representing the community hosting the land use proposal in question. This is a general rule of thumb and not definite in all matters that come before the Council. Complicating this case is the fact that the City Council in June voted to require that at least one Animal Care Center be placed in each of the five boroughs by 2024. So if the City Council votes this Bartow Avenue project down, another site in the Bronx must be found and approved and the shelter be completed before the end of 2024. And even if the City Council and/or the City Planning Commission votes to not recommend the project for Bartow Avenue, as Community Board 10 and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. did previously this summer, the matter still goes before the Mayor’s office, which, in the case of this proposal, has Mayoral Zoning Override powers which means it can still approve the project despite the objections and denials of the other governing bodies involved in ULURP, the Uniformed Land Use Review Procedure. But if the Mayor’s office does use its zoning override powers in this case, the matter will then go back to the City Council, which has the power to veto the Mayor’s override through a two-thirds majority vote, according to the City Council website.

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starting if the latest projections are met. The planning group is led by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr., Department of Transportation Commissioner Polly Trottenberg, New York City Economic Development Corporation President James Patchett and City Planning Director Marisa Lago. This fall, the group will start work with the Hunts Point, Parkchester/Van Nest, Morris Park and Co-op City communities, where new stations are anticipated, to put plans into place that acknowledge the needs and priorities of each neighborhood. They will also plan holistically with local stakeholders for the economic development, job growth and housing opportunities the new service presents, including the infrastructure and quality of life investments needed to accommodate them in a way that best benefits Bronx communities, according to a prepared statement. “Considering the great change that this new Metro-North station will bring the Hunts Point, Parkchester/Van Nest, Morris Park and Co-op City areas, I am glad to see that the Bronx Metro-North Working Group is opening a line of communication with the residents and businesses who will benefit most from this expansion of our rail services,” Borough President Diaz Jr. said in a prepared statement. “Expanding commuter rail service is a boon for our borough, and the East Bronx Metro-North expansion will open up new economic, recreational and residential opportunities for Bronx residents. I firmly believe that investing in infrastructure is important in order to nurture a robust economy. This Metro-North expansion will bring great transformative changes to these neighborhoods, which is why their input into the project is greatly welcomed.” Among the priorities that preliminary conversations with communities have identified are ensuring that people coming to and from the stations can safely and easily access them and providing transportation connections, improved sidewalks and enhanced amenities near the stations, which can all play a role in increasing their value to people who live and work in these areas The working group will drive outreach and public participation in the planning work. Public planning events will be held in each station area to address local needs with community stakeholders. The first public meeting of the working group is expected to be convened in the early fall.

cash, another upgrade that can’t be made with the current software. When the entire system is operating, drivers will be able to park in any garage up to 11 p.m. without needing the attendant to let them in. Updating the database will allow the Parking Department to remove any garage users who are not properly registered or have stopped paying their monthly garage fees. Riverbay will be able to generate a significant amount of new revenue with the RFID tag system. After the upgrade to Garage 3 is completed, the switchover will start in Garage 2 two to three weeks later, followed by Garage 1. The entire project is expected to be completed in approximately three months. All old access cards will not work in the new system. Co-op City residents, the vast majority who appear to be against the placement of the animal shelter on Bartow Avenue, have been heavily influential in the ULURP process so far. Riverbay Board Director Leslie Peterson who has been key in getting shareholders to the hearings said, “I would like cooperators to know that their voice matters and there is strength in numbers. We must continue to be vigilant and know the next step should be the City Council hearing and vote. Express yourself.” A large turnout by shelter opponents from here at the CB 10 hearing in Bartow Center led to Community Board 10 voting to recommend against the Bartow Avenue location in June. In July, the speakers at a public hearing hosted by the Bronx Borough Presidents office were roughly two-to-one against the project with most of those speakers from Co-op City. That partially led to Borough President Diaz recommending against the project. And on August 8th, despite less than 24-hour notice about the CPC hearing in lower Manhattan, about a dozen Co-op City residents against the project were able to hurry down to the hearing that morning and at least offset some of the comments in favor of the project made to the commission that morning. The question of whether that will have enough influence over the Commission’s final decision will be answered in the coming days.

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Job Fair VIP Community Services is holding a Job Fair on Friday, Sept. 7, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at 176 Street, Bronx, NY 10460. Refreshments will be served. It is sponsored by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.; State Senator Guillermo Rivera; Assemblyman Michael Blake; and Councilmembers Ritchie Torres, Vanessa Gibson and Rafael Salamanca Jr. VIP invites you to “Get Ready for the Job Fair” on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at 1910 Arthur Ave., 4th floor, Bronx, NY 10457. Learn resume writing, conduct mock interviews and how to dress for success. For more information, please contact VIP Community Services at (718) 731-3500, ext. 7925.

NCNW “Back To School” Supply Drive NCNW will be collecting much needed school supplies that will be donated to the students at Phipps Neighborhood Residence Home and to selected students at selected schools in the Co-op City community. We welcome our community to help support our efforts by donating. Drop off Dates: Sat., 8/25, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; Mon., 8/27 and Wed., 8/29, 6 p.m.-8 p.m.; Dreiser Loop Shopping Center 1, room 14. For more info., call (917) 399-2643.

Food Pantry Open At Faith @ Work The Faith Pantry and Faith Cafe will be open on August 19, from noon to 2 p.m. The produce and fresh foods pantry have been combined with the church’s regular monthly pantry. There will no longer be first Fridays, fresh produce food pantry. Only third Sundays in Dreiser Community Center, room 4. For further information, contact Faith @ Work Christian Church, (347) 202-7006.

Velocity Track Club Holds Orientation Velocity Track Club is holding orientation for the upcoming season on Thursday, August 23, at 7 p.m. Orientation will be held at 2049 Bartow Ave., in the Bartow Community Center, rm. 28. A parent must attend orientation for the child to be eligible to try out. For additional information, visit velocitytrack.org or contact Coach Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196.

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American Cancer Society Kick Off Expo: Unite. Ignite. Fight!

exemplifies the unity.” State Sen. JaThe American Cancer Society’s maal Bailey also stopped in to offer Making Strides Against Breast Cancer words of encouragement and support Bronx Kickoff Expo was held early for the programs sponsored by ACS. “This is why we are here today; no Tuesday morning, August 14, 7:309:00 a.m. at the Mall at Bay Plaza, more breast cancer,” said Moore as she rallied the crowd to turn Facebook Bronx, NY. More than one hundred committed and social media “Pink today,” having women and men cancer survivors, vol- the crowd take selfies and posting to unteers, friends and supporters got out the hashtag “MakingstridesBronxNY.” of their beds just before dawn and It was also a day to challenge and made their way to celebrate and usher- strongly encourage supporters to bein this 15th ACS Making Strides event. come team leaders or pace setters or The morning began with a continu- volunteers for the much needed ACS ous and delicious continental-style fundraising event to generate the breakfast at the popular mall site. There funds needed to keep the programs was an opportunity to network, shop at and cancer research going that help the Pink Shop, makeovers and lots of anyone and his/her family affected by picture taking from beginning to end. this dreaded disease. Ms. Nitisha Moore, ACS event Attendees came from all over the State Senator Jamaal Bailey with planner and Community Development Bronx, including Co-op City. In particsurvivor Dorothy Gordon. Manager, delivered a passionate and ular, 29-plus years survivor Ms. Linda engaging clarion call to “Unite, ignite Brown and her supporters were there. we rock!” Ms. Brown told the audiand fight” the dreaded disease of can- “There is life after a diagnoses of can- ence. cer. She noted, “The Bronx community cer; today is my best today after being As another long time survivor and is special and joining in our fight only diagnosed almost thirty years ago. Yes, volunteer Ms. Flora Goldstein, 29 years, put it, “I want them to catch up with me.” In agreement also was Ms. Denese Mack, a 15 year survivor, “That’s why we do what we do.” Michael Singer, a male breast cancer survivor, said that Making Strides is as important for men as women to get educated and join in the fight. At the end of the event, a thankful Ms. Moore acknowledged all companies, entities, individuals (see MakingStridesWalk.org/Bronx website) who are consistent and vital partners/ sponsors of ACS and ACS Family Cancer Action Network. She added to everyone, “See you at the (Breast Cancer) Walk.” Staff from Jacobi Medical Center’s Mammography and Radiology Dept. See page 5 for pictures.

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CLAAY session to teach youth about participation in civic affairs Riverbay’s commitment to giving back to the community, especially to the youth, should come as no surprise. This time, Board Director Leah Richardson is leading the charge toward educating and equipping Co-op City’s youth with the knowledge they need to be more informed citizens The new program, presented by CLAAY at Co-op City (Cooperative Leadership Action Among Youth) is called “Project Citizen” and aimed at students in grades 5-12. There will be an informational session on Saturday, August 25, at 177 Dreiser Loop from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in room 9. Lunch will also be provided. The goal of the program is to help students understand Public Policy and use this information to create change in their community thereby empowering them. Students will participate in “moot court”, BY BRANDON ORTIZ

mock trials as well as group trips and many more fun activities. “The CLAAY program is critical for youths to develop their skills and talents; participate in political, economic and social conversations; and become agents of positive change in their communities,” said Ms. Richardson. Furthermore, another goal of “Project Citizen” is to initiate dialogue between young people in the community to help better identify the problems that are often too nuanced and get overlooked by legislators. Then, with the problems identified by the dialogue, students will help develop proposals to bring to community leaders. “It is important that this program will help create opportunities for our young people to develop a sense of competence, purpose, and empowerment,” Ms. Richardson said. “We tend to limit our youth’s viewpoints from being taken as seriously as those of adults.

Particularly for youth under the age of 18, who are still legally considered children, structures may not exist wherein they can express and advocate for their needs or improve their communities.” “Project Citizen” is Co-op City and Riverbay’s own attempt to address that issue. The program will provide participants with the tools they need to not only feel empowered to speak out about issues but to bolster their awareness of the shortcomings in present day legislation. “The problem and solution begins at home with parents. Leadership training must start from early childhood as these young adults learn to take gradual responsibility for their own decisions,” Board Director Richardson said in her viewpoint published in March 31 issue of the Co-op City Times. “Only through self-determination can these youths eventually achieve leadership in their respective communities.”

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Obituary: Community Leader and Former Board Director Harriet Jeffries

Harriet Jeffries, who served on the Riverbay Board of Directors as Secretary from 1988 to 1990 and served with many Riverbay committees and as a member and leader for the Building 17 Association for several decades, lost her long battle with lung cancer earlier this week. Harriet and her husband Gerald moved with their young family to Co-op City in 1975. Gerald, her husband of 47 years said “She was a wife of all trades — handy and creative. She was altruistic — a great neighbor and friend to many. If you had a problem, you came to her and she would try to solve it and Harriet Jeffries solve it in an expeditious way. And she never missed anyone’s birthday. That’s just the way she was.” Her daughter Ramona said, “She was truly a compassionate person. She always put herself in other people’s shoes.” “She always put others before herself,” said her daughter Michelle. Her family said she was quite talented as far as crafts and with fixing things. When neighbors and friends had problems in their homes, she would often go there and fix it herself and ask for nothing in return, the family said. Born in in New York City, for many years Harriet worked as an annuity consultant for the Equitable Life Insurance Company, according to her family. When she wasn’t working or serving her community Harriet enjoyed the theater and movies, liked working on ceramics and later in life she and her husband fell in love with cruising. Harriet is survived by her husband Gerald, her four children, Gerald Jr. Ramona, Michelle and Jawayne and eight grandchildren, River, Jayla, Janieze, Joshua, Marquise, Sidney, Janelle, and Melanie. A memorial service for Harriet is scheduled for 2 p.m. September 9th in room 31 of the Bartow Community Center. Repast will follow the service.

Primary Election Day Is Thursday, September 13, 2018

• The last day to register to vote in the Primary Election is tomorrow, Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018. You may register online at vote.nyc.ny.us, or in person by going to the Bronx Board of Elections Office located at 1780 Grand Concourse, 5th fl. Bronx, NY 10457. The office will be open on Sunday, Aug. 19, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. For information, call the Bronx Board of Election at (718) 299-9017. • It is equally important that you look up your voter registration status to make sure you are still a registered voter and have not been purged from the voter rolls. This can be done online by logging onto https://voterlookup.elections.ny.gov and typing in your first and last name, date of birth, county and zip code. • Be mindful of poll site changes. You should have received notification from the Board of Elections if there has been a change in your polling site. To check your polling site online, visit vote.nyc.ny.us, and click on the link on the right hand side of the page for “NYC Poll Site Locator.” Then, type in your building number, street name and zip code, and hit “Lookup Address” at the bottom right of the page. You may also call the Bronx Board of Election at (718) 299-9017.

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American Cancer Society at Bay Plaza

Cancer survivors and their supporters joined with officials from the American Cancer Society in getting up early Tuesday morning and celebrating the kickoff of the annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer campaign which raises millions of dollars each year to raise awareness about preventing, detecting and curing the dreaded disease. The breakfast was held at the nearby Mall at Bay Plaza. Photos by Lauretta Jaysura

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

Letter to the Editor Elections

To the Editor: In the beginning of time, when Co-op City was young, we would turn out tens of thousands of votes in a Democratic primary. Candidates would go out of their way to support us and address our needs. The significant decline in the number of people voting in a Democratic Primary has allowed candidates to give lip service to us, but not actually do anything to help us. The only way to change that is to show up to vote in mass. It is also a way to send a message to our elected officials that actions speak loader than words. I have always been of the opinion that there should be a “yes” and a “no” choice next to each candidate. That way, the voter could indicate that they were voting against someone instead of having to vote for someone else. The final tally would be the number of “yes” votes minus the number of “no” votes. Unfortunately, we don’t have that choice. —Stewart Berman We welcome your letters to the editor, however, if you would like your letter to be considered for publication, it must be signed, and include your address and telephone number – which will be kept confidential – so the authenticity of the writer can be verified. The Co-op City Times does not print anonymous or unsigned letters.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

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Census Bureau Hiring Field Reps.

A testing session to work as a Field Representative for the U.S. Census Bureau will be held in Co-op City on Friday, August 31, at 9:30 a.m. at the American Legion Post 1871, 135 Einstein Loop, room 41, Bronx, NY 10475. Please call (718) 320-8165 or (347) 327-6288 for additional information. Two unexpired forms of ID are required, one of which must be a photo ID. The test lasts no more than 30 minutes, and you will be scored on the spot. After your successful outcome, you will sit with an interviewer who will explain the job to you and then give you a mock exercise. The whole process is simple. As a Field Representative, you will always work from home from your assigned-government laptop and report to a Field Supervisor who covers your area. You can elect to work part-time or full-time depending on your interest. Usually, most Field Representatives work within their area without having to travel far, unless it is very necessary. Take advantage of this opportunity. Candidates must be US citizens, at least 18 years, have a valid Social Security number, private phone, driver’s license and insured vehicle. You must also pass a background check, and male candidates born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service System. For information on local Census jobs, visit: https:// www.census.gov/about/regions/new-york/jobs/all.html. For Federal employment, visit: www.usajobs.gov.

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Ralph Henriquez Production Manager The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors. Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp. Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corporation of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available. The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor. All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

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

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 15 Building 15

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr. Expiration Date

Building 15 100 & 120 Aldrich St.

November 30, 2018

November 30, 2021

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Public Safety Report

The Co-op City Department Of Public Safety Urges Residents To BEAT The HEAT For Summer Safety

plaints carry a monetary fine which doubles for repeated violations. Parents need to make certain children are aware of these rules. Swimming is a great way to cool of in the summer but it has its hazards. Never swim alone or allow children to swim alone. It is best to swim at pools and beaches which have lifeguards on duty if that is possible. Be sure that adults and children are aware of water safety rules. Ocean conditions may change suddenly

This summer has not had as many record hot days as years of past. However, it seems like we are going through a stretch of days with warmer temperatures, high humidity and some thunderstorm activity. Excess heat presents a health threat to all persons but even more so for the very (Continued on page 26) young and the elderly. It is essential for all persons to consume water on a regular basis even before they feel thirsty. Dehydration is the most For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: common cause of Emergency Room visits during Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. hot weather. Try to stay in an air conditioned locaPlease note that emails should be sent to both parties. tion and avoid exertion while the heat wave conPlease DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. tinues. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions. All apartments within Co-op City are air conditioned. To enjoy the maximum benefit from your air CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES conditioner it is essential to keep all windows There are no contract opportunities to list this week. Please check back again next week. closed at all times. Keeping windows open not only the efficiency of your air conditioner but reduces EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES also may result in flooding and condensation within your apartment. Cooperators may be liable for this type of damage. Open windows also may result in children throwing items out of the windows. Community Complaints may be issued for these violations. Despite the heat some persons may still chose to bicycle ride. Drinking plenty of water is essential when bicycle riding in the heat. Water bottle holders on the frame of the bicycle or a backpack type hydration system are good options. In Co-op City it is most important that bicycle riders pay attention to Riverbay Corporation’s rules as they pertain to bike riding. Bicycle riding is prohibited in the areas near the buildings and shopping centers or any areas where it is posted that bike riding is prohibited. The reason for this is that bicycle riding in these areas presents a serious hazard to pedestrians. Cyclists need to afford the same level of consideration to pedestrians as cyclists expect from motorists. Persons observed riding bicycles in restricted areas may receive a Co-op City Community Complaint for “Bike riding in prohibited areas.” Community Complaints can also be issued for “ball playing in prohibited areas.” All Community ComBY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Public Safety Blotter August 05 – August 11, 2018 August 05 – 120 Casals Place A cooperator reported his car was broken into and hundreds of dollars in equipment removed.

August 05 – 120 Erdman Place FDNY responded to a smoke condition at this location. Upon arrival they determined the source to be a pot left on the stove unattended. A community complaint was issued for the violation.

August 7 – 135 Einstein Loop One male was arrested for public consumption then returned to Bronx Criminal Court on an outstanding warrant.

August 08 – 140 Debs Place An incident is under investigation where it was reported that a man was jumped and robbed by several persons. The male was injured and lost property. The incident is being investigated.

100 Einstein Loop Several apartments were flooded out after a convector water line ruptured into the apartment, hallway, elevator shaft and other locations.

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Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson Secretary

I'm an ex-smoker. I'd smoked for 25 years by the time I successfully kicked the addictive habit. I actively, seriously worked at quitting for seven years. I even remember the day I had that last cigarette: December 7th, 1988. OMG! It’ll be thirty years this December. Like most ex-smokers, I hate smoke. I was very happy when my next door neighbor/smoker moved. I wished he'd been more considerate. But not for a second would I have supported his right to smoke in his own apartment to be taken from him. A smoking ban went into effect at the start of this month for residents of NYCHA. NYCHA smokers and non-smokers alike are complaining that with all the scandalous problems they have been having to deal with, such as lead paint, vermin, cold unheated winters, that THIS is the issue being addressed? Second hand smoke? The ONE Obama measure Trump is not trying to roll back is this outrageous rule imposed on NYCHA smokers. Quoted from the pending lawsuit: “...the government doesn't have the right to reach into our homes and dictate our personal behaviors and habits. This lawsuit is about defending the right to be left alone to engage in a legal activity in the privacy of one’s own home.” This is just another battle in the war on the poor. I hope they win. But why do I bring this up? One of our cooperators has been suffering from cigarette smoke drifting into her bedroom, via her closet, from the smoker below. The pipes that are threaded vertically throughout each of our high rises’ lines contain our telephone wires. Those pipes are located in our closets. Mine is in the entranceway hall closet. I’ve smelled mothballs on and off for 24 years via the gap surrounding said pipe. No big deal. However, this besieged co-operator’s pipe is located in her bedroom closet. Maintenance is attempting to find a cure for her problem, the problem is that smoke rises and finds its way through the smallest of gaps. I do hope a solution is reached, a solution which might include sealing the gap around the pipe in the apartment below. I’m sure they’ll figure it out. Again, why do I bring this up? When I was a kid, I heard about a lawsuit filed by one apartment neigh-

NYCHA Smoking Ban

bor against another. It had something to do with the one neighbor’s children’s piano practice driving the other neighbor nuts. Some practicing time limits were set by the judge hearing the case. What I remember most was the judge saying something on the order of, “A man’s home is his castle. But when Mr. X’s castle is directly above Mr. Y’s castle…” Our castles are very close to each other. We must all practice consideration and tolerance. No? As for the NYCHA smoking ban… I’m not saying such a Draconian action could be taken here. But one never knows. We must safeguard our liberties vigilantly. John Rose and the Hail-Riding Restriction The disabled have been given a break despite the new restrictions on hail-riding app vehicles. You might know that the City Council has capped the number of cars that register to use a hail riding app to provided car services, such as Uber and Lyft, for one year to study their effect on road congestion. The one exception to the rule that went into effect last week: wheelchair accessible vehicles. I’m not sure if all of the excepted vehicles can also accommodate scooters, but at least the disabled were considered. September 13th Primary In just a few weeks, on Thursday, September 13th, a Democratic Primary will be held. The winners will then compete in the November 6th general election. Register to Vote The deadline to register by mail to vote in New York's primary election on Thursday, September 13, is TODAY Saturday, August 18th. You can download and print a form here: http://www. elections.ny.gov/Voting Register.html. Forms MUST be postmarked by Saturday, August 18, at the latest. However, you still have one more chance to register in time for the upcoming primary. Board of Elections offices will be open TOMORROW, Sunday, August 19, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. for you to register in person. Plans to host a Democratic forum to hear from candidates for NYS governor, lieutenant gover-

Picture of Health... Deborah C. Nelson (L), first vice president of the AfricanAmerican Association and Board Director Francine Reva Jones (R) are shown here with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams, co-sponsor of the first Black VegFest held at Fulton Street and Ralph Avenue in Brooklyn last Saturday. All the vendors displayed delicious vegan and organic foods and drinks, as well as literature about the benefits of a plant-based diet. The borough president informed the audience of his former poor health and being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. By adopting a vegan diet, preparing his own meals and working exercise into his everyday routines, the borough president said that he’s shed 30 pounds and completely reversed his diabetes, a pancreatic disorder that can lead to heart attacks, stroke, nerve damage, kidney disease, visual loss and cognitive impairment. Borough President Adams looks great and says he feels great.

nor and attorney general are moving along. Make plans to hear what they have to say, learn their histories, and see where they stand on issues that could affect our everyday lives right here in Co-op City. Perhaps after meeting the candidates you might even be inspired to help the Get Out the Vote (GOTV) effort on behalf of one or more of the contenders. This is what democracy looks like! Tell your friends and neighbors and especially tell your kids to come meet the candidates on Sunday, August 26th, at 4:30 in Bartow, room 31. (Warning: There will be cake!) The Infamous Lawn Chair No. I never got my chair back. You may recall, I loaned my favorite lightweight aluminum lawn chair to some fireworks goers on July 3rd and by the time the smoke cleared, they and my chair had disappeared into the night. I’ve looked for it at some of our Tunes on Tuesdays performances, but no luck, no chair. So last week, a doll of a co-operator wrote that she had such a chair unused and taking up space in her closet and would I like it. Man, oh, man would I. It’s the same chair! Slightly different color scheme, but it’s just perfect. Thank you, kind neighbor! Section 5 Family Fun Day/Splash Day. Today! There will be double fun today because Splash Day combines with the annual Section 5 Family Fun Day with its free hot dogs, popcorn, water and whatnot along with games, entertainment, and raffled prizes. Plus free frozen icies for the first fifty kids! P.S. Don’t forget your homework: Beautification ideas for Matt Cruz and Animal Shelter comments for the City Planning Commission. Thanks for reading. mpearson@riverbayboard.com; 718-320-1922.

~ In Memoriam ~

Co-op City Times / August 18, 2018

Katie Coleman, at the age of 90 years old, and long time resident of Co-op City, Building 31A, passed away on August 15, 2018, of a brief illness. Katie was born in Lexington, Kentucky, moved to the Bronx, NY where she started a family and then recently moved to Bowie, Maryland where she spent her last best years. Katie Coleman worked as a beautician and then retired at the UFT Board of Education as a Reading Specialist. Katie leaves behind her twin daughters Linda Brown and Brenda Williams and most importantly her granddaughter Torri Brown, whom was also a resident of Co-op City. Katie will be truly missed by all of her friends and family.

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Travel Advisory

• Full Closure of Exit 9 Ramp (Gun Hill Road) from Northbound Bronx River Parkway • Overnight Hours (10 p.m. to 5 a.m.), starting on or about Monday night, August 20th through Friday morning, August 24th (Weather Permitting)

The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) is advising motorists that the Exit 9 Ramp (Gun Hill Road) from northbound Bronx River Parkway will be fully closed during overnight hours (10 p.m. to 5 a.m.), starting on or about Monday night, August 20th through Friday morning, August 24th (weather permitting). This closure is required for the removal and installation of curb, guide rail and an overhead sign structure as part of an $8.5 million safety improvement project on the Bronx River Parkway at Gun Hill Road. Motorists should use the following signed detour: • Take Exit 8E (Allerton Avenue) and follow the detour signs to Gun Hill Road. Fines are doubled for speeding in a work zone. In accordance with the Work Zone Safety Act of 2005, convictions of two or more speeding violations in a work zone could result in the suspension of an individual’s driver’s license. It is imperative that motorists drive carefully through the construction zone, for their own safety and the safety of workers. Recently, NYSDOT and the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee unveiled a new public service announcement and social media campaign focused on the importance of respecting flagging personnel. This year’s work zone safety campaign, “Flaggers have families too,” is designed to remind motorists that flagging personnel are not attempting to disrupt traffic – they are simply doing their jobs and want to get home safely at the end of each work day. The PSA can be viewed at: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=KwGTMJjuuCM&feature=youtu.be For up-to-date travel information, call 511 or visit www.511NY.org. Follow New York State DOT on Twitter: NYSDOT New York City (@NYSDOT_NYC). Find us on Facebook at facebook.com/NYSDOT.

Riverbay Summer Intern Spotlight

The 2018 Riverbay Institute Summer Internship Program kicked off on July 9. This week, our spotlight is on intern David Henry, who is assigned to the Riverbay Office Services department. Some of his responsibilities so far have involved helping deliver mail to the various departments, assisting at the front desk and filing. David is also currently a rising senior at Manhattan Center for Science and Mathematics, and plans to pursue a degree in mechanical engineering. Photo by Brandon Ortiz

Post 500 Jewish War Veterans

I am sorry to say that Post #500 of the Jewish War Veterans of Co-op City will be no more. I am sorry to close our Post as our members are few. Our Commander, Marvin Warm, is now living in a nursing home and our junior vice commander Alan Kalter also went to a nursing home. We will be merging with Post #69, which meets at Kingsbridge VA. The few that are left will still get together for our monthly breakfast. Thank you. —Leon B. Weinstein

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Co-op City Times / August 18, 2018

Director’s Viewpoint

Jerome L. Rice

I attended the Annual National Night Out on the greenway and was amazed at how some of our elected officials continue to provide proclamations and certificates to the 45th Precinct when the bulk of the patrolling is done by CCPD. I was twice as amazed when they forgot to at least give CCPD a shout-out. This is the same thing that occured last year. So on behalf of the Security Committee and the shareholders of CO-OP City, we thank you for keeping us all safe. Very Important Security Announcement It’s been reported that various unauthorized activities are taking place at the new basketball court, not by young adults, but by those 40 years and older. Some seem to think that they can bring the same negative behavior from wherever they come from into our community. Some even think that they can disrespect those who are charged to keep us safe. Let me be clear, this will not be tolerated. Those who dare to violate or attempt to lower the standard of living in this community will be summonsed. Those who think that Public Safety are not “real police” and think that they can put their hands on them will be immediately arrested for their negative actions. For so many years, CCPD has always been flexible and reserved about putting anyone through the system. On another note, inside Buildings #31A, 33 and 34, someone is stealing the caps off the standpipe. Because of this, the metal caps will be replaced with plastic caps. I challenge all shareholders to respect both Public Safety officers and this community because no one goes to work to be disrespected. Remember who stands in between Security. A FDNY Mandate Many shareholders have questioned the reason for the door indicator at the foot of their door. I have both written articles in the past stating that “the NYC Fire Department (FDNY) has mandated that all doors be equipped with an illuminated marker in case of a fire” and addressed several building meetings on this matter. The Fire Department needs to properly identify a door or exit in case of an emergency. The other concern from shareholders was that they didn’t like the design. I want to caution all shareholders to not attempt to remove the required illuminated door markers; you will be issued a summons for such act. This is not a Riverbay thing, this is a FDNY requirement. SecURity Committee I have been asked to stay on as chair of the Security Committee. Anyone wishing to serve on the Security Committee must be available to do the following: • Attend monthly meetings (September – June) • Be able to provide solutions, not arguments • Be the eyes and ears of the community • Maintain a security mindset • Know that we are not police officers, we are information sharers If you think you can live up to these standards and want to serve on the committee, please contact me immediately. I can only have so many, the chair will review all applicants. The chair reserves the rights to

A Huge Thanks To CCPD

be selective and can remove anyone at any time from the committee. Remember who stands in between Security. Something To Think About If you are driving alone at night and come to a stop sign, will you go through the stop sign or will you stop? The moral of the story is are you doing the right thing when no one else is around? As leaders, we should be doing what’s right, even if no one is around. Garage Changes Are Here Construction has already begun in both Garages 2 & 3 to install a new state-of-the-art access systems. Because of this, I ask that everyone become responsible drivers inside the garage and not speed and adhere to the directional arrows. Soon, shareholders

will have a system in place that will make access to the garage a lot easier. For more details, stay tuned. Mid-Term Election Are Coming The mid-term election is slowly creeping upon us. Please ensure that you, a relative or friend are registered to vote. You don’t want to be on the sidelines of justice, you want to be in the fight. If you are really fed up about what is going on around you, then you must vote. Your vote is your voice. I challenge you to become part of change and not only register to vote, but that you also vote. Since election is usually held on a Tuesday and this year, that Tuesday will be September 11, the election will be moved to September 13th, which is on Thursday. Also know who you are voting for and their voting record. “Your VOTE does matter.”

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Co-op City Times / August 18, 2018

Inner Roots Brings A Reggae Beat To Tunes On Tuesdays Why even bring chairs to sit down when reggae group Inner Roots comes to town?

BY MADISON McCLAIN-FREDERICK

Tunes on Tuesdays, this August 14th, brought the heat back to our Dreiser auditorium, as our Co-op City residents got down to the electric slide, started conga lines, and dropped it low to some fantastic reggae music and remixes. From Bob Marley’s One Love to Whitney Houston’s Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door, Inner Roots dominated the entire space with their talented vocals, band, and stage presence. This might have been the concert series’ most explosive night yet, with the audience fully engaged in singing-along with the band and showing off their Jamaican and Haitian pride to our community. It was truly a night to remember where even our oldest residents showed that age has no effect on your killer dance moves.

If you missed this Tunes on Tuesdays, try not to miss the next one! On Tuesday, August 21st, get ready for some good ol’ R&B, because All Iz Well will be performing, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., on the Section One Greenway. In case of rain the performance will be moved to the Dreiser Auditorium. Tunes on Tuesdays and Wicked Wednesdays, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund and New York City Council Member Andy King, are exciting ways to get together with the community and groove to some great music, so come out and enjoy the free concerts!

Photos by Madison McClain-Frederick and Alfred Lynch Jr.

Throwing garbage and other objects from apartment windows is UNLAWFUL, DANGEROUS and could cause you to receive a community complaint and fine.

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210

The Important Vote Dear members, It's been one year since Charlottesville, Virginia was besieged by a group fueled by an ideology of hate. This year, Charlottesville and other areas in northern Virginia have already declared states of emergency, in preparation for another hate rally in the Nation's capital. We were all sickened by the blatant racism on display, and the response from President Trump and others in his inner circle. They have created an environment where people now justify calling the police on African-Americans for just living their life. NAACP members, advocates, and supporters stand against hate in all forms. It's more important than ever that we turn our collective resistance into motivation to vote hate out of our government at every level. The NAACP stands strong with all who will gather in peace to oppose discrimination and hatred. And we will forever remember those who were affected in last year's violence. Make no mistake. The near-daily racially charged attacks against Black athletes, reporters, and elected officials send a clear message about where the President and his administration stand. In a recent poll we conducted, fifty-four percent of African Americans said Trump "is a racist who intends to hurt blacks." Seventy-five percent said the President made them feel "afraid," "angry," "disrespected," and "ashamed." This is unacceptable. There was also one more important finding: More than 80 percent of black, Latino, and Asian voters plan to vote this November. This week, we marked the 53rd anniversary of the Voting Rights Act – one of the most important civil rights laws this country has ever enacted. The best way for us to rid our government of racist, sexist, xenophobic lawmakers is to vote them out of office. VOTE. (718) 320-3210; naacpccity2210@gmail.com —Jerome L. Rice

Co-op City Times / August 18, 2018

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

We're Going To Enforce Our Rules

Unfortunately, some people are taking advantage of the city's relaxed enforcement procedures on drinking and smoking marijuana in public. But, that doesn't mean that we're going to let this community go down. We Won't Give Up Recently, an outdoor seating area had lots of liquor bottles and cups strewn all over the place. So, the first thing that I said was: "Wow! This drinking has gone way too far." On top of that, cooperators are still making complaints about marijuana smoke going into their apartments. Back in the day, people used to hide their liquor bottles in brown bags when they were drinking outside. Why? They knew that they were going to get locked up. So, with that mentality, it was rare to see groups hanging out on benches with bottles and bottles of liquor all over the place. But, now, things have changed. To start, the city has relaxed their enforcement procedures on drinking and smoking marijuana in public. But, should those relaxed procedures cause us to say that we're going to go out in public, lose control, and get high in front of our own buildings? No! Do we really want everyone – our families, our children, our friends, our neighbors, and even strangers – to see us outside drinking, smoking weed, and carrying on without a care in the world? No! Look, regardless of what the city does, our Public Safety officers can arrest someone and issue community complaints to them. Then, more than likely, Riverbay will start eviction proceedings against that resident. Thereafter, it will be very hard for them to get accepted into most housing developments after their prospective landlord pulls their eviction records from the housing court. So, what are they going to do when they get

evicted from here? Where are they going to find a place wherein their new monthly rent is going to be priced at a level that's near their present monthly carrying charges? In reality, their monthly rent will probably be about double the amount that they're paying for carrying charges here. But, that's if a kind-hearted landlord is desperate enough to accept their rental application. Question: Now, is it worth going outside, drinking, and smoking marijuana in front of our buildings? As you can see, the answer has to be no. So, with this understanding, I want to encourage everyone to please do not go outside on our property and drink alcoholic beverages or smoke marijuana. Sure, our enforcement procedures can be tough. But, a better approach to worrying or thinking about our enforcement procedures should be to just live here in a positive manner. That's it! Bottom line: It makes no sense to live in a family community and to act in an irresponsible manner. "I don't care if anyone sees me drinking and smoking weed here. I can do whatever I want," some people might think. But, they have to understand that they might be evicted from this community. Animal Shelter Update On Monday, June 18, 2018, over 500 residents packed out Bartow and said that they did not want an animal shelter at 2050 Bartow Avenue, near Red Lobster. In fact, our residents were so upset, that they booed out every person that tried to make a speech to support this animal shelter. At this same meeting, Councilman Andy King then sided with us and rejected the idea of placing an animal shelter at this same location. Then, Community Board 10 took a vote on this matter. And, the vote count showed that there were 23 affirmative votes against this animal shelter and 3 no votes for this animal shelter. Next, on July 19, there was a public hearing at the Bronx Borough President's office. And, our residents came out again and voiced their opinion against this animal shelter. Thereafter, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. rejected the location

Broun Place Townhouse Association

This week in Broun Place, our vice president led the cause to get the Broun Place dirty pond, cul de sac cleared, and followed that up with action taken to clean up another standing water, mosquito breeding area that was caught in a garden fixture, also cleared out. Hearty and sincere thanks to Vivian Burrus on her efforts. Thanks to the Roberts family for their cooperation. We will be championing the same issues based on the continued soaking we are taking and no permanent solution to this problem. The mosquitos populate and we must do our best to get them controlled. An illegal posting has appeared on our flyer box advertising children’s cruises. Please report this to Public Safety if your townhouse has had this posting appear or it is in the high-rise buildings’ foyers. They have not paid to post their business. Once again, we have received the letter from the NYC Department of Housing Preservation looking for our tax dollar and confirmation of property ownership of residential property. This is the 4th year, at least, that this letter has been received in Broun Place although we have brought this to the attention of the Finance Department several times and have been assured that the matter would be handled. It hasn’t! So far, two residents have given us their mailing and we have forwarded it again to the Finance Department. We wish to welcome our newest residents and will communicate with them directly. Broun Place is a great townhouse cluster. Sincere best wishes as you start your new chapter. If you have any questions, please contact a board member. We invite and encourage your participation. Our first meeting will be announced and flyers will go out. It will be at your president’s home. In the meantime, enjoy our beautiful gardens, sunflowers and roses abound. Your vice president is Vivian Burrus, secretary, Grace Emanuel; treasurer, Lillian Richardson, and Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar, president. Each member works hard to fulfil their position. Do not dispose of your house garbage in the pedestrian trash bins. It is promised if you are identified you will be issued a steep community fine. Let us know if you have a problem or question we can help you with. Although very busy, our CSO has promised to be more responsive to our issues. Welcome Mr. Dickson to our CSO office. By the way, it is really time for the word “tenant” to be exchanged for “cooperator” on our business forms and signoff on repair forms. A “new” scam scare letter was received trying to scare the recipient into calling for “debt consolidation.” Neighbors, you should know your personal status, don’t be fooled into giving your personal information to strangers. Thanks to the Co-op City Times on their excellent reporting of our local news. Please read this source to gain information, it has been so helpful to catch-up as we come back from vacation. Neighbors, please keep well. — Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

for this animal shelter. Now, after all of this rejection, you would think that the supporters of this project would pack up and move to another location. But, things didn't work out that way. In fact, at some point on Tuesday, August 7, word started to spread that a big hearing on this animal shelter was supposed to take place with the City Planning Commission the next day, Wednesday – at 10 a.m. So, some of our cooperators went downtown to 120 Broadway to offer testimony against this animal shelter. But, they were confronted by the supporters of this project. And, those supporters – aka outsiders – offered testimony to try to convince those commissioners to approve their project. How is this possible? How is it that a group of people that don't live here can do everything possible to force us to take an animal shelter? It's not like they don't have eleven sites in the Bronx to consider. Regardless, their point is clear: We are going go to Co-op City and put an animal shelter there – period! We are going to wait and see how the city wants to proceed on this matter. But, if these outsiders win this case, then we are going to have to improve our communications with the mayor's office and with the governor's office. Close Lessons: We do not allow outsiders to come here, make presentations at our centers, and then go to the city to force us to accept their ideas for Co-op City. This is complete nonsense! Personally, I believe that we should have been able to shut this matter down a long time ago. But, as you can see, we have a lot of work to do. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a letter to: Daryl H. Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a discussion with me. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Donizetti/Building 4 Association

The Splish Splash bus trip has sold out and we’re all excited. The following Saturday, August 25th, is our Resorts Casino trip in Atlantic City. There are still some seats available, but the bus is filling up fast so hurry up and make your reservations because this trip always sells out. Below are the details to the Resorts Casino trip coming up next Saturday. Resorts Casino in Atlantic City Date:Saturday, August 25th; Continental breakfast: 7 a.m. in association room in rear lobby of 120 Donizetti Pl. (Bldg. 4); Departure: 8:00 a.m. sharp! Return time: 8:00 p.m. Ticket price: $40; everyone receives $15 to play the slot machines. On another note, in a few more weeks we’ll be in September and back on schedule with our monthly building association meetings which are every second Thursday of the month. For our first meeting we’d like to have a welcome-back meeting where those who may be new shareholders can mingle and meet those of us who’ve been here for a while. I’d like to suggest everyone bring their favorite dish that represents their culture or something they enjoy very much. We wish everyone a continuous fun and safe summer. Please remember to check in on your elderly and handicapped neighbors especially during extreme hot weather. If the spirit of many in body but one in mind prevails among the people, they will achieve all their goals, whereas if one in body but different in mind, they can achieve nothing remarkable. –Nichiren Daishonin —Steven Vega

Section 5 Association

Co-op City Times / August 18, 2018

The Section Five Association Annual Family Fun Day is today. Rain date will be Saturday, August 25th, on the Section 5 Greenway/Buildings 26 thru 35 and the Earhart Lane Townhouses will be celebrating with families, neighbors and friends. Let’s hope for a beautiful sunshine day. We are glad that some cooperators made it to the (CPC) City Planning Commission Public hearing held on Wednesday, August 8, at 10 a.m. Co-op City received a robo call on Tuesday, August 7, at 5:24 p.m., a last minute notice to attend the Public Hearing in the matter of the proposed animal shelter being built without the respect or consulting of this community in the planning process of this endeavor. When applications are filed with the (CPC) City Planning Commission, the applications are sent to the affected borough president, all community board chairs and City Council members. There is a calendar schedule of when the CPC Public Hearings will take place and which we, as cooperators, were not aware of or were instructed to keep an eye out for when the Animal Shelter Public Hearing would take place. To find out how the process works, because there are time frames, wherein the next actions take place, call 212-720-3300. Join us for positive, fun and free face painting, balloon animals, Tap dance, women’s self-defense demos, fashion show, Vargas and Tamara-face painting/balloons, Winston Dinkins and the Velocity Track Team, Ellie and the Marvelous Minors, Voncile and the Bartow Swingers, DJ Kevin Green (Smooth), Master Brown on the grill, free hot dogs, icings, popcorn, long as they last and more activities, stay tuned. Better yet, come on out and enjoy the day with us. Waivers – All youth under the age of 18 years old, parents or an adult must sign a waiver form at the Registration Table for the youths to participate in the games. Organizations And Churches – are welcome to set up a table, contact chairperson Ms. Evelyn Turner at 917-324-1033 or Mr. Robert Hedgpeth, president of the Section 5 Association, at (718) 320-2656. Shredder Truck – is here today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Section 5 at 120 Erskine Place in the Circle. This is sponsored by NYC Comptroller Scott M. Stringer in partnership with Congress member Eliot Engel, Council Member Andy King and AARP. Note: Limit of three boxes per household. If there are any questions, please call Comptroller Stringer’s Community Action Center at 212-669-3916. —H. Overman

Building 21 Association

The “Animal Shelter” Public Hearing and You Members of the 21 Association and the Section 4 Partnership attended the NYC Planning Commission Hearing in lower Manhattan on Wednesday, August 8th. Many “matters of applications” were heard, including the proposed application of the Bartow Avenue Animal Shelter. How exhilarating it was to represent our community and to be there side-by-side with other shareholders/cooperators, roughly a dozen in attendance, and in unity, supporting each other. The “newly renovated” hearing room located at 120 Broadway in lower Manhattan hosted several other groups in support and protest of their respective hearings. Each hearing was amicable, but strictly instituted. Members of the Mayor’s staff and the Animal Care Centers of NYC were also in attendance and at least 1 or 2 shareholders in support of the animal shelter here in Co-op. The majority of us were in support of an animal shelter, but not in Co-op City. We each stood before a panel of 12, including 10 commissioners, one chairperson and the recording secretary. We all gave our three minute testimonies as we did at the borough president’s public hearing on July 19th. The commission questioned most of us after our allotted time in the interest of fact checking. This is what we need to be prepared to do, as a united community. Come out and raise our voices “yay or nay.” The ultimate goal is to be respected as shareholders whose opinions should help govern our own community. Hopefully, our voices and our time last Wednesday will help protect the sanctity of our community. What is needed now is follow-through. If you are reading this article, talk about it to someone you know who has left their Co-op City Times at the elevator. Help them to understand the importance of knowing what is going on around them. Bring them along “with you” to our gatherings. We will discuss this further in our Think Tank and S4P gatherings. Think Tank at Building 21 Come and get the knowledge…The best way to have the CO-OP City that “we” want is to be informed and to take advantage of the infrastructure that protects and guides us. Do you know how that infrastructure works? Come and lend your intention to The Tank. THINK TANK at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:30 p.m. in the Gathering Room in the rear of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop). THINK TANK is where we develop each other’s ideas for the progression of the CO-OP City community. The Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City is planning our 2nd Christmas “Surprise” Extravaganza and activities for the remainder of 2018. The date is Friday, Dec. 14th. The Section 4 Partnership meets every Friday, 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. in “The Gathering Room” in the rear lobby of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop). Come, have some fun. Be involved. Make a difference. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals a force for good. See you around the neighborhood! —Michelle Marbury

Building 27 Association

Greetings, neighbors. Hope all are being careful under the heat wave. Drink plenty of water, walk under an umbrella. My fellow cooperators, attending the public hearings is being proactive. Folks, we have to stand together as a community for what we want. The MTA hearing has taught us that about when we neglect to attend these public hearings to voice our opinions, how it will and can affect the outcome of a decision. So let’s continue to stand together. Well, Co-op City shareholders received a robo call on Tuesday, August 7, at 5:24 p.m. to attend the (CPC) City Planning Commission Public hearing, the next morning, August 8, at 10am. Thanks to those who made it, and were able to speak on behalf of Co-op City’s wishes regarding building an unwanted animal shelter here as opposed to spending 60 million on our youths to give them the resources to become productive citizens. Dog Logo Sign – is eye catching and positive reminding the owners to clean up after their dogs. Posted right at the lobby door entrance/can’t miss it. Section 5 Family Fun Day – is today, Bring your chairs, neighbors and children and let’s enjoy the day. Shredder Truck – is here from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Limited three boxes of documents per household. Location: 120 Erskine Pl. in the circle. The Fundraising Committee – invites you to join us on the Spirit of Philadelphia Scenic Cruise along the Delaware River. Buffet lunch on cruise; entertainment on Saturday, October 6. Cost: $110, leaving from Einstein Loop/Center, Sect. 5, at 8:00 a.m. The final payment is Sept. 13. No refunds after Sept. 13. Make checks, money orders to: Building 27 Cooperators Association and mail to Lillian Sumpter, 140 Erdman Pl., Apt. 6D, Bx, NY 10475. Contact phone numbers, Margie at 718-379-4629 and Sharon at 718-671-1905 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Happy birthday to those celebrating in this month, and the best of health to all. Contact Lydia Rondon at (718) 583-3040 to share of any sickness or if a neighbor has deceased. Pray for peace amongst the nations and world leaders. At the end of the day, be nice, respectful and offer genuine kindness and love to your neighbor, life is so short. To get the full value of joy you must have people to divide it with. — Mark Twain —H. Overman

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Many thanks to these women above who reached out to me about attending the City Planning Commission’s Public Hearing last Wednesday, Aug. 8, on the proposed animal shelter to be built on Bartow Avenue. They were ready, willing and able to attend when transportation was secured, and spoke eloquently before the Planning Commission’s commissioners about the wishes of the community. Thank you, Annice Bailey, Florence Williams, Yolanda Grant, Linda Holley and Marlene Smith. —Leslie Peterson

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Addressing The Needs Of Our Community

Director’s Viewpoint

Leah Richardson

I hope everyone is having a great summer. I had a dream that I would become a Board Director for a major housing development. I never dreamed that it would be a community of 50,000+ that would require such a huge responsibility. We are the largest affordable, diverse, cooperative housing community. I made it through my first year as a director. I knew it would be challenging, but I never in a million years expected it to be like this. As part of the decision making process and to be effective, you have to make sacrifices. Long meetings, important decisions, negative and positive feedback is what makes this position motivating and worthwhile. I strongly encourage the community to get involved. More importantly, the community is what I believe in and it’s an integral part of change. The Riverbay Board of Directors consists of 15 members, which means 15 different personalities who ultimately make decisions that affect your quality of life. Challenges and conflicts are inevitable, but at the end of the day, we must be able to agree to disagree. While there is always more work to be done with any housing development especially of this magnitude, our primary commitment, as your Board, is to our shareholders. I am not on the Board to be liked, accepted or for any compensation. I am here for the shareholders. I would also like to thank former director, Evelyn Turner, for her outstanding contribution to the Riverbay Board and our community. Her time invested and energy was far beyond what could have been asked for. The quality of life in our community has improved and remaining projects are coming to completion. To help build a lasting and beautiful community, we dedicate our time to help ensure appreciating property values. I am happy to be part of this Board as we move Co-op City forward and continue to be the “BEST DEAL IN TOWN.”

Youth Engagement Today more than ever, it is important that we expose our youth to civic engagement. Therefore, I am presenting a program sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, C.L.A.A.Y @ Co-Op City (Cooperative Leadership Action Among Youth.) There will be an Informational Session, Saturday, August 25, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 9. Come join my team, all are welcome. I will be introducing and recruiting volunteers, parents and students to a program called Project Citizen: A portfolio-based Civic Education Program for grades 5-12. The program helps students understand Public Policy and use this information to create change in their community thereby empowering them. We need to provide our young people with challenging civic experiences. We need to treat them as valued members of the community, as civic resources whose energy, idealism, and ideas are essential. Young people want more than to "be done unto," more than to be told "wait till you grow up" or "wait till you are old enough to vote." They deserve more than to be left to their own devices or to sterile passive pursuits, such as aimless gatherings or watching endless hours of television or even sitting alone at a computer terminal. As great leaders, it’s time for adults to pass the torch to our future leaders. The youth of America are ready to take on the challenges of today. We must keep them educated, informed and engaged. Have they been properly prepared to become the new leaders of tomorrow? There are many exceptional youth right here in our community, for example, our own academic achievers: Co-op City’s Best and Brightest students ranging from pre-K to 12th grade who are recognized for their outstanding schoolwork and dedication to their school studies. Committees Committees function best when members work with a unity of purpose. Support within the committee serves the needs of the entire cooperative. Committees are responsible for making recommendations to the full Board. The benefits of committees to the corporation is that volunteers from the community

bring life lessons, professional experience, education and common-sense approaches to the tasks they are given, which leads to a more efficient organization. The Riverbay Board is committed to excellence. To help us reach our goals, I would like to thank the IT Director Irfan Nadeem, his staff and the Technology Committee: Avril James-Bonnette, Director Cheryl Jenkins and Joe Cassese for their tireless efforts in helping to bring Co-op City into the 21st century. We have successfully completed all 42 project, including upgrading our much needed website. Stay tuned, there is more to come. This year, I have the honor of chairing four committees. Some may think I’m crazy, but I came on this Board to work. I may not be the loudest in the bunch, but I am effective and have the community’s best interest. I am seeking individuals who have experience and can bring new ideas to our community. The following are: Technology, Parking Facilities, Community Relations. The Election Committee is closed at this time. If you are willing to work hard and serve as a member of these dynamic committees, kindly indicate your willingness by submitting your qualifications via email no later than August 25, 2018 to: lrichardson @riverbayboard.com. If you are interested in any other committee, please forward your request to 347913-4224. Space is limited, first come, first served. Your interest and effort will undoubtedly help to ensure our success in building a stronger community. Closing As we move forward through the next few months of the year, we must stay focused. Your current Board of Directors is proud to serve this community. We have confidently developed a secure and financially stable base for the future. Despite the many challenges and corruption we faced throughout the years, we are moving forward into the 21st century and standing strong. We have a diverse group of residents living here in Co-op City. This diversity affords us the ability to maintain a friendly, social atmosphere. Thank you all shareholders for your continued support as we enter yet a new phase of life here in Co-op City.

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Co-op City Working Families

NYS Candidates’ Forum Co-op City Working Families and the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing are co-hosting a Candidates' Forum on Sunday afternoon, August 26th, in Bartow, room 31 beginning at 4:30 p.m. To address issues affecting our community, state, and nation, all Democratic contenders for the office of governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general have been invited to address our community in a forum setting. They are: Governor Andrew Cuomo vs. actress/activist Cynthia Nixon; Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul vs. Brooklyn’s 45th District City Councilman Jumaane Williams; and the four contenders for Attorney General of New York State — public servant, attorney, and advocate Leecia Eve; current NYC Public Advocate Letitia James, Congressional District 18 representative Sean Patrick Maloney, and law professor and 2012 gubernatorial candidate Zephyr Teachout. So far, Cynthia Nixon, Leecia Eve, and Jumaane Williams have accepted the invitation. Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul’s campaign has not yet confirmed, but continues to stay in touch. We await response from the remaining candidates. September 13th Primary In just a few weeks, on Thursday, September 13th, a Democratic Primary will pit these candidates against each other in their respective races. Democratic nomination winners will then compete in the November 6th general election. Come hear what they have to say, learn their histories, and see where they stand on issues that affect our everyday lives. Perhaps after meeting the candidates you might be inspired to help

Working Families Get Out the Vote (GOTV). Hear the candidates’ plans for our community, our state, and our nation. Tell your friends and neighbors and especially tell your kids to come meet the candidates on Sunday, August 26th, 4:30 p.m. (doors open at 4:00 p.m.), Bartow Center, room 31. This is what democracy looks like! Register to Vote The deadline to register by mail to vote in New York's primary election on Thursday, September 13, is TODAY, Saturday, August 18th. You can download and print a form at: www.elections.ny.gov/VotingRegister.html Forms MUST be postmarked by TODAY, Saturday, August 18th, at the latest. However, you still have one more chance to register in time for the upcoming primary. Board of Elections offices will be open TOMORROW, Sunday, August 19th, from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for you to register in person. The Co-op City Working Families Mission As a political party, Working Families works to elect the most progressive candidates possible who will stand in the way of all regressive legislation. As a civic action group, Co-op City Indivisible (an aspiring Co-op City certified community organization) promotes progressive causes. As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members, we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community, and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. —Mary Pearson

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Theatre Committee: Price includes van transportation, from Dreiser Loop across from Rehab Center • Oct. 24th (Wed.), “Phantom” play; “…a gripping story, richly drawn characters, and music that can break your heart with its beauty.” Showtime: 11:00 a.m. at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Price: $75. Deposit: $40/Balance $35 due by Sept. 20th (Thurs). Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949. • Nov. 7th (Wed.), “Beautiful,” the Carole King musical at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. Showtime: 2:00 p.m. Price: $110. Deposit $50/Balance $60 due Thurs., Oct. 4th. Contact: Dorothy Lindo, 718-379-0314. Remember – Your deposit, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. We will accept your check or money order only payable to Retirees Of Dreiser Loop. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:005:00 p.m. Good And Welfare Our heartfelt condolences to Rev. Grace Emanuel whose husband, Robert

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Food Pantry Update Did you know? 1. Black Forum food pantry is led mostly by retired cooperators and friends of Co-op City. They receive extensive training to remain in compliance. 2. The food pantry added evening hours in late 2017 to support working families who could not come to the morning distribution. 3. Twenty percent of Co-op City residents or over 10,000 residents are foodinsecure. This means we or our neighbors live in a state of not knowing if there will be food on the table the next day. 4. We distributed 459,251 pounds of canned, fresh and frozen food for FREE to the community in 2017. Please send notes of support to let Riverbay and elected officials know that the Black Forum food pantry needs a viable space to continue serving the community. The note can be as long or as short as you want. It can be a simple sentence that says, “I need the pantry open because I am on a fixed income.” Your submission can be anonymous or you can share your name. The notes can be mailed, emailed or dictated over our voicemail. Paper and pens for writing notes are available outside Dreiser, room 20. Please leave your note in the provided envelope. We'll also be accepting notes on Saturday, August 18, at the Section 5 Fun Day. Some of the messages will be posted in the next article without the writer's names or identifying information. Contact: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com, 718-320-8035, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475.

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Continue To Speak Up About The Proposed Animal Shelter Co-op City Times / August 18, 2018

Director’s Viewpoint

Leslie Peterson

Little did I know (or any of us know) when I submitted my viewpoint last Monday that a meeting with the City Planning Commission was set to take place that Wednesday. I learned this information about 5:00 p.m. Tuesday evening. It is difficult to obtain drivers on short notice, however, after much back and forth, the Board president was able to secure a van to drive six (6) passengers to the hearing at the corporation’s expense. There were several cooperators who had contacted me and I let them know. We didn’t know if anyone else would be able to attend on such short notice, so I asked these ladies to step out of their comfort zone, step up to the microphone and represent Co-op City. We were pleased to see some other shareholders after our arrival. The order at the hearing is five (5) speakers who oppose, then five (5) speakers in favor and so forth until completed. We were the first five (5) speakers and were subjected to a barrage of questions. We did, however, inform them of the flawed process since neither our Community Board 10 nor our Bronx Borough Board was notified [at least ten (10) days in advance] of the meeting per regulatory guidelines. We also let them know that this parcel of land (2050 Bartow) was prom-

ised to us dating back to the Bloomberg administration. We discussed the traffic situation, the disrespect exhibited by the city and the disrespect exhibited by those who want to enter our community. Unfortunately, the picture I submitted from the City Planning Commission Hearing didn’t make the CCTIMES, but will appear elsewhere in this issue to thank the women who reached out to me and were ready, willing and able to attend when transportation was secured. Thank you, Annice Bailey, Florence Williams, Yolanda Grant, Linda Holley and Marlene Smith. It is important that you contact the commission and let them know your thoughts. Electronically, you can google “City Planning Commission Public Hearing Comments” or write to them at: CITY PLANNING COMMISSION, Calendar Information Office – 31st Floor, 120 Broadway, New York, N.Y. 10271 Remember, time is of the essence because you want to make sure your statement is received before a decision is made. The CPC is scheduled to have a posthearing follow-up discussion on the animal shelter on Monday afternoon, August 20, which the public can listen in on via live stream. I have received calls, been stopped on the street and read many comments on social media about the lack of adequate cool air. There have been several robust conversations on social media about this topic from various locations throughout the complex. Many shareholders have resorted to purchasing portable air conditioning. This seems to defeat the purpose and ultimately the use of more electricity.

I have mentioned before and I will state it again, when there is something problematic, one of the first things reviewed (depending on the issue) is the request for service. If you are not reporting this situation, then it is like it never existed. Reporting to me or another director or staff is not as substantial as a work ticket in the system. I am glad neighbors are having conversations with one another, but it is important to let Management know about situations whether about air or other conditions. If you are interested in joining the Commercial Leasing Committee, please drop a line or contact the Board office liaisons and let them know. FYI: An opportunity for organizations to learn and understand the process of becoming a 501c3 non-profit entity Part I was offered. Many groups ask for funds, but do not understand that granting most NYC funds to organizations comes with restrictions, one being you must have the 501c3 status. The date (September 13th) for Part II of the workshop may have to be changed due to the Board of Election schedule change. Check your bulletin board for information so you can attend the next workshop, at the Dreiser Center, room 10. “You must never be fearful about what you do when it’s right.” —Rosa Parks I am always interested in hearing your thoughts. I can be reached by mail at: Leslie Peterson, Riverbay Board Director, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, Tel. @ 718-320-1370, or e-mail at lpeterson @riverbayboard.com.

prepare to move forward together aligning our programs with our National Office, Four for the Future initiatives: Economic Empowerment & Entrepreneurship, Health, Education and Public Policy. We are proud to say that we have been serving the Co-op City community for 47 years. Our next General Membership meeting will take place on Sunday, Sept. 9, at 3 p.m., Dreiser, room 11. #NCNWStrong #TooMuchAtStake #NCNW4Ever Health Program – Save the date, Saturday, September 15, for our Health Program in room 4, Dreiser Community Center, from 1–4 p.m. We will have eight medical professionals discussing Medicaid, Medicare and information about health topics that we are concerned about. On July 31, 1965, Medicaid and

Medicare were signed into law. Come find out what are the current benefits of both of these programs 53 years later. NCNW 58th National Convention – The 58th National Council of Negro Women, Inc. National Convention will take place Friday, November 9, to Sunday, November 11, at the Grand Hyatt Washington, 1000 H Street, NW. Washington, DC 20001. The convention opens at noon, November 9th. Online registration has already begun and will close once capacity is reached. All members are strongly encouraged to register and attend the convention and Gala. There will be opportunities for everyone to learn, share best practices, ideas and ideals, grow together and have a little fun. —Joyce Howard

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NCNW Installation Ceremony – Congratulations to the newly elected officers of NCNW for 2018-2020. On Saturday, August 11, the Co-op City Section joined our sister sections throughout New York State for the Installation Ceremony of our newly elected officers which was held at Jackson Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church in Hempstead, NY. Our State Convener, Ms. Johnnie Walker, presided over the installation.

Seated left to right are Stephanie Brown, Lori Melton. Standing left to right: Hon. Kim Wilson, Michelle Woody, Sandra Mitchell, Lisa Wade-Stewart and Akeisha Neely.

Our newly elected officers representing the Co-op City Section are: Lori Melton, president; Camille Worrell, first vice president; Stephanie Brown, second vice president; Akeisha Neely, third Vice President; Shanté Skyers, financial secretary; Sandra Mitchell, treasurer; Sheila Richburg-Manley, recording secretary; Vivian Moore, assistant recording secretary; Michelle Woody, corresponding secretary; Marjorie Leonard, assistant corresponding secretary; Lisa Wade-Stewart, parliamentarian; Joyce Howard, historian; Rev. Beverly Spruill, chaplain. Lori Melton mentioned the elected officers and members in attendance were given the challenge by the guest speaker, Rev. Malcolm J. Byrd, pastor of Jackson Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, to continue to address the issues of our times and to continue to have conversations with our young people who are our future. We have to make each other honor our responsibilities and have programs that impact our community. Lynda F. Bagley, NCNW NYS Convener, gave the charge that we must work together and partner with our community. We must respect traditions, but embrace new ideas and be forward thinking leaders. We will continue to move NCNW forward! If you want to make an impact in the Co-op City community, come join the Co-op City Section as we

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American Legion Post 1871

National Convention The American Legion will be conducting its 100th National Convention in Minneapolis, MN, from Friday, August 24 – 30. The Legion is proud that the state of Minnesota and specifically the city of Minneapolis will be welcoming the American Legion Family members to its fine city. These members gather at the National Convention to help further their cause of patriotism and support for our service members past and present. The National Convention of the American Legion includes the following separate events: the American Legion Auxiliary’s National Convention, the Sons of the American Legion’s Convention and the American Legion Riders Legacy Run. The combined membership of these organizations is nearly 3 million worldwide. Bus Ride To National Museum of African American History This month, participants in the Washington, DC trip should have written their second installment of $100 for this month of August. Commander Toba has warned that individuals who showed interest without committing any amount of money will be deleted from the list to make room for others that are ready to pay. The earlier we fill up the space, the better, as we will be able to make plans in advance. Invite your loved ones, your friends and associates to join us on this experience as we tour the nation’s capital for a visit to the National Museum of African American History. It is a two-day, one night bus ride (October 20-21) with lots of fun. There are discount prices per person. With 2 per room ($229); 3 per room ($219) and $199 for 4 per room. If you have any question, kindly call the American Legion Post (718-3208165) or the Commander Toba (347-327-6288) or Auxiliary President Cornelius (929-286-1345). What You Need To Know About The Trip This package includes, but not limited to: round trip transportation and overnight hotel accommodation at Holiday Inn, Columbia, MD. The features at the hotel include outdoor pool, fitness center, free Wi-Fi, cafe, restaurant, etc. Included in the package are: stop for 2 hrs. at Arundel Mills Mall and Maryland Live!; all-you-caneat dinner buffet and DJ entertainment; comedy show with belly busting BET comedian; DJ Dance Party with 2 hour premium open bar; all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. After checking out of the hotel in the morning, we will then proceed to the museum with our “Reserved Timed Admission Pass.” Travelers are encouraged to come with comfortable walking shoes for the tour. We will then depart for home after touring the museum & surrounding area landmarks. Departure The bus will leave for DC from Co-op City in Section Five, and probably other locations based on the spread. All guests must bring their valid government-issued photo ID. Remember that the minimum age to consume alcoholic beverages is 21. Note that if a reservation is canceled 45 days prior to departure, only the initial deposit of $30 is non-refundable. However, if a reservation is canceled for any reason within 45 days of departure, all payments in at the time are non-refundable. —Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown Toba

Coalition Of African American Churches & Community Organizations

Greetings to our Coalition members and friends, we hope that you are enjoying the summer. The Coalition has continued to address those issues that are great concern to this community. We joined in the protest of the signs that were placed on Bartow Ave. in the 7-Eleven strip mall. We obtained petition signatures opposing the animal shelter/clinic to be located on Bartow Ave. The signed petitions were submitted to Council Member Andy King. The latest effort in opposition to the location of the animal shelter is a letter of protest to be submitted to the office of Mayor de Blasio. We want to assure cooperators that the Coalition will continue to address any concerns on behalf of our community. This year’s Kwanzaa Celebration will be held on Saturday, December 29, at 3:00 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Ave. Everyone is invited to this free event. The next meeting of the Coalition will be held on Tuesday, September 11, at noon in the Dreiser Community Center, room 15. We are requesting all members to please attend. Please watch this column for further information Please inform Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Ms. Virginia Stewart is the president of the Coalition. Phone number: (718) 6714506. The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day and Kwanzaa celebrations free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP Co-op City Branch and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by calling (718) 671-4506 or (718) 671-9610 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the minister/president. Read the Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition’s motto is, “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.” —Harman T. Leacock

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to attend worship service at 100 Co-op City Boulevard, Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475; 718-324-0334 or 718-320-4218. Sunday School for all age group starts at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day Worship Service begins at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday: Prayer and fasting service will be held at 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will be held every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Friday: Youth service begins at 7:30 p.m. Focus: The giver’s great love Paul exclaimed, Thanks be unto God for his unspeakable gift. (11 Corinthians 9:15). The Greek word translated “unspeakable” in the King James Version has also been translated as in describable, or too wonderful for words. Such giving is humanly incomprehensible. Paul had been commending the Corinthians for their generosity in meeting the needs of others, but for the Apostle, nothing could compare with what God has given through His son. • What could a Holy God share with sinful humanity? Ultimately, with those who obey the gospel, the Lord will share Heaven itself. Eventually, for the redeemed people of God there will be a great inheritance in His Kingdom (Romans 8:17) And if children, then heirs, heirs of God, and joinheirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together. But before there could be a joyful experience and fellowship between God and his people, there first had to be a painful process of reconciliation. Something had to be done to bridge the gap between the two. God was determined to bridge the gap, to personally cross the great divide between himself and his creation. St. John 1:1, 14 In the beginning was the word, and the word was with God, and the word was God…And the word was made flesh, and dwell among us, and we beheld his glory, the glory as of

the only begotten of the father full of grace and truth Here was the divine plan in fulfillment, see Isaiah 9:6. He came to live among his own creation as a human and gave Himself as a ransom for all because nothing greater he could give. He gave himself for our sins, 11 Corinthians 5: 19 states. To wit , that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto Himself, not Imputing their trespasses unto them; and committed unto us the word of reconciliation. God could not over look our sins; rather in his great love he provided one great sacrifice to take away our sins forever. All the animal sacrifice of the Old Testament were insufficient, Hebrews 10: 4 states For it is not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins. An overcoming believer who walks daily with the Lord can have a rock-- solid assurance of salvation, and can also have a glorious walk in truth and light through the indwelling presence of Jesus Christ, He is the truth and He is the light. —Rev. Richard Sibblies

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Community Protestant Church

On behalf of our pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone (718) 862-9172. Summer Church Schedule (Dress-Down Attire July 1 – September 2) Adult Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 10:00 a.m. Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays The following program is at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Worship service begins at 10:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come and be a part of this special moment set aside each Sunday morning to be in the presence of God. We will be delighted to blend our spirits with yours as we bend both body and soul before our Heavenly Father. We encourage you to spend time with God, and if it be His will, with us at Community Protestant. Other Scheduled Events Shirley Caesar At CPC Saturday, August 25th – Bro. Gary Radio Show presents the Living Legend PASTOR SHIRLEY CAESAR, Live in Concert, at Community Protestant Church. Tickets: $60. Doors open at 5:00 p.m.; Showtime: 6:00 p.m. For tickets and or additional information, call the church at (718) 862-9172. September 4 - 7 – The Missionary Ministry sponsors a trip to The Holy Land Experience in Orlando, Florida, the only entertainment park that celebrates the Biblical Word of the Christian Faith. Package includes: Round trip airfare; round trip airport transportation from Bartow Ave. (Co-op City, Bronx); 4 days/3 nights hotel accommodation; 3 buffet breakfasts; 1 group dinner, 2-day admis-

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

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sanchez and our phone number is (718) 320-3795. Please leave a message if there is no answer. Sunday Services – Come and receive a blessing The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Each Sunday the English Service is at 10 a.m. and the Spanish Service is at 12:00 p.m. Children: Sunday School time will be at 10:30 a.m.; bring your children, they will have a great time while learning God’s word. Sunday morning English Bible study for adults at 8:45 a.m. Prayer Night (English) & Prayer/Bible Study Afternoon (Spanish): The Lord said: “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. Tuesday afternoon at noon to 1 p.m. is the Spanish Prayer & Bible Study. Tuesday evenings at 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. is the English Prayer Service. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children that have a personal relationship with Him. Please keep your eye on the paper for upcoming events. God bless. —Barbara Penn

sions to the Holy Land Experience; Lunch-To-Go at the Holy Land Experience; transportation from the hotel to the Holy Land and Travel Insurance. $1,055.00 per person double occupancy; $1,003.00 per person triple; $1,295.00 single. $113.00 deposit due May 3 (non-refundable after 7/3/2018). For reservation and/or additional information, call (718) 671-0425 or (718) 379-8514. Save The Date! Saturday, October 13th, 3:00 p.m. at the church – The Sepia Players Ministry presents a Religious Comedy, The Devil On Trial, Case #666, written by Roosevelt Wright Jr. Donation: $20.00. For tickets and/or additional information, call (718) 513-3308, (718) 655-7241 or (718) 379-8643. The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. —Evan G. Mitchell

Open Door Ministries

Free Indeed Full sermon at opendoorministries.net

Booker T. Washington, in his book, Up from Slavery, describes the scenes among the blacks on the night of the proclamation of their freedom. “There was no sleep that night,” he says. “All was excitement and expectancy. Early in the morning we were all sent for. The proclamation was read, and we were told that we were free and could go when and where we pleased…There was great rejoicing, followed by wild scenes of ecstasy. But,” he goes on to say, “the wild rejoicing did not last long. By the time the colored people had returned to their cabins, there was a marked change in their feelings. The great responsibility of being free seemed to take possession of them. It was very much like suddenly turning a youth of ten or twelve out into the world to provide for himself. Within a few minutes the wild rejoicing ceased, and a feeling of deep gloom seemed to pervade the slave quarters. Now that they were liberated, they found possession of freedom to be much more serious business than they had anticipated.” John 8:31 Jesus was saying to the Jews who had believed Him, “If you abide in My word continually obeying My teachings and living in accordance with them, then you are truly My disciples. 32 And you will know the truth regarding salvation, and the truth will set you free from the penalty of sin.” 33 They answered Him, “We are Abraham’s descendants and have never been enslaved to anyone. What do You mean by saying, ‘You will be set free’?” 34 Jesus answered, “I assure you and most solemnly say to you, everyone who practices sin habitually is a slave of sin. 35 Now the slave does not remain in a household forever; the son of the master does remain forever. 36 So if the Son makes you free, then you are unquestionably free. 1 We must realize that we are free and live with the responsibility of that freedom 2 Freedom means that we do not habitually (live in) sin – we fall but we get up again 3 Jesus Christ proved through His resurrection that sin and death can be overcome 4 We share in Jesus’ victory over sin – His victory makes us conquerors 5 The veil that blinds people to false, deeds-based religion is removed from our lives 6 We are free from bondage to thoughts, impulses and desires through the sacrifice of Jesus 7 We are progressively maturing into the person that God is creating through His mercy Sunday Services are @ 11 a.m. in Bartow Community Center, room 28. Contact Pastor Luis by text 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries.net. —Pastor Luis Ramos Blessings in Christ.

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Einstein

Dreiser

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Word Games 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Walking Club 10:30 a.m. Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m., 1st & 3rd Tues. Card Games 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Every 1st & 3rd Wed. 9 a.m. -10 a.m. Games 9:30 a.m. -11 a.m. Stay Well Exercise – Vac until Sept 5th Line Dancing 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m. Smartphone Class Bartow Main office Beginner – 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Intermediate 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

Fri., Aug. 24 Thu., Aug. 23

Tues., Aug. 21

Bartow Room 31 unless otherwise noted Word Games 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. Health & Wellness Support Group, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m.- 12 p.m. (New) YOGA w/Peggy Hill 11 a.m. 12 p.m., JASA Main Office Card Games 2- 4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Wed., Aug. 22

Mon., Aug. 20

Library 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Word Games 9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Spanish Class 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Bartow Main Office Chat Session -9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. NEW Yoga w/Damion 9:45–10:45 a.m. Thursdays @ the Movies 12:45 p.m. Card Games 2–4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Men’s Line Dancing 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Word Games 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Women’s Line Dancing 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Chat Session 10 a.m. Piano Sing-along 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Karaoke 12:45 – 2:45pm Card Games 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Library 9:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11am, rm. 45 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m. Word Search 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Bingo 1 p.m. - 3 p.m., rm. 35 Diabetes Support Group 2nd Monday - 1:00 p.m. Computer Class for Beg, Int. & Adv., 9:30 a.m., rm. 40

Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Stay Well Exercise Vacation until Sept. 10 Color Your Stress Away 11 a.m., Rm. 4 Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., rm. 7 Mind Teasers 12 - 1 p.m. rm. 4 Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Last Monday of the month Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., rm. 13 Gentle Yoga 1:15 p.m. - 2 p.m., rm. 2 Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Orange pineapple juice, Turkey drumsticks, Mashed sweet potatoes Green beans Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit Alt: Egg salad

BBQ Chicken leg quarters Baked macaroni & cheese Braised collard green

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Orange juice 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Garlic chicken Alert & Alive Vacation until Sept. 5 Matinee Movie 10 a.m., rm. 45 meatballs Computer Class – rm. 13, Beginner Rice w/corn 11- a.m. – 12 p.m. Health & Wellness Support Group Whole wheat bread Cultural Dance 10:30–11:30 a.m., Aud. B 10–11 a.m. Winter blend vegetaMind Teasers 12–1 p.m., rm. 4 bles, Fresh fruit Zumba 1–2 p.m., Aud. A Karaoke by Steven 1–2 p.m., rm. 45 Matinee 1 p.m. Alt: Salmon salad Computer Class – rm. 13 Dominoes 10 a.m. rm. 45 Beginner 10 -11 a.m. Orange Pineapple Intermediate 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Spelling Bee 10 a.m. juice Only 6 seats available (New) Body in motion with Ola Beef Moussaka Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30Garden salad 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Whole wheat bread Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m. in Sewing 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Fresh fruit Tai Chi Vacation until August 29th Computer Lab Alt: Tuna Nicoise salad Art Class 1-3 p.m. Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m. rm. 4 Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m. rm. 2 Dominoes 10 a.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Grandparent Connection 1st Thurs., Rm. 35 10:30 a.m. Arthritis Exercise 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11 a.m. Word Search 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m., Rm. 45 Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Art 10 a.m., rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Pokeno 2 p.m.-4 p.m., rm. 35 Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., 10 -11:30 a.m., rm. 45 Free Oil Painting Classes rm. 38, 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

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

(Schedule subject to change without notice) Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., & 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation. JASA welcomes everyone age 60 and older! Payments for trips can be made at all three centers. Trip registration policy: There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – JASA will not accept checks under $5. (FREE) LiveOn NY - SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fri., Aug. 31st & Sept. 7th & 28th, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments! Walk-ins! First come! First served! Please make copies of your documents before coming to the office. Dreiser Back to School Supplies Drive – Beg. Aug. 7th – Sept. 1st, rm. 7, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Please drop off notebooks, pencils, sharpeners, binders, lined writing paper, erasers, crayons, pens, construction paper, pocket folders, staplers, calculators, rulers, hand sanitizer, tissue napkins, etc. All donations go to local schools. Diabetes Self-Management Program – Join us for a FREE 6-week workshop to help manage your chronic conditions. All seniors are welcome – Aug. 8th 15th 22nd & 29th, Sept. 5th, & 12th; 10 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. FREE light breakfast included. To register or get more information, please contact Julissa Reynoso, 646-946-1252, or register in the JASA NORC office. Seats for 20 people.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. Blood Pressure 10 – 11:30 a.m. 1st & 3rd, Rm. 8 Line Dancing 10 – 11 a.m., Aud. A Piano Sing Along 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. (New) Purple Life Trail Fitness with Damion 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Section 1 - Greenway Drama Club Vacation until Sept. 13 Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 a.m.-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Meditative Moments Vacation until Sept. 7 Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m.- 2:30 p.m. Bingo 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Orange juice Salmon cakes Kasha Varnishkes Whole Wheat bread Carrot salad Fruit Cocktail Alt: Chicken salad Apple juice, Honey Apricot Glazed Chicken, Potato Kugel, Steamed Broccoli & Cauliflower, Challah bread, Fresh fruit Alt: Gefilte fish

Oven baked pork chops Steamed carrots Yuca

Baked whiting fish fillets Home fried w/peppers & onions Steamed vegetables

Chicken Cacciatore Brown rice Green bean Sauté

Hamburgers Plain hamburger bun Baked sweet potato Tossed salad w/dressing

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. Alternate Kosher Meals are also available Bartow Center (929) 399-1394 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

Upcoming Events/Trips (New) Purple Life Trail Fitness with Damion– 1:00- 2:00 p.m. on Thursdays, Section 1 Greenway Common Pantry – For Seniors that are currently registered to pick up food in the Bartow Senior Center; rm. 31; Tuesdays; Aug 28th, Sept 25th & Oct 23rd. Empire – Tues., Aug. 21st, $5. Bartow, 9:00 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser – 9:30 a.m. Wait list. St. Mary’s Pool – $3; Fri., Aug. 24th. Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.m. –12 p.m. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:00 a.m. There is a $25 yearly fee to use the facility, which can be paid at the pool by check or money order. Sands Casino, Bethlehem, PA, $30. Sat., Aug. 25th. Bonus: $30 slot play and $5 food voucher. Dreiser, 8:00 a.m.; Bartow, 8:15 a.m.; Einstein, 8:30 a.m. Depart from casino, 6:00 p.m. Lunch will be provided on bus. Payment deadline Wed., August 15th. Cash only, no checks (wait list). Shoprite – Mon., Aug. 27th; $4. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:00 a.m. Wal-Mart –Tues., Aug. 28th; $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:00 a.m. Wait list. Fairway/BJ’s – Thurs., Aug. 30th; $4. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:00 a.m. Central Ave – Thurs., Aug. 30th; $13. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:00 a.m.

Open House @ the Einstein Sr. Ctr., Sat., Sept. 1st; 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Visit your local Sr. Ctr. Sign up as a new member and receive a free lunch. Lunch: $2. Jerk chicken, red beans & rice, steamed vegetables. Kosher meal by request. JASA Closed Mon., Sept. 3rd in Observance of LABOR DAY. Woodbury Commons – Tues., Sept. 4th; $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:00 a.m. Empire – Tues., Sept. 4th; $5. Bartow, 9:00 a.m.; Einstein – 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m. (Only 14 seats). Aldi – Wed., Sept. 5th; $3. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:00 a.m. Wal-Mart – Thurs., Sept. 6th; $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:00 a.m. Computer Classes – Einstein Loop, rm. 40; Mon., Sept. 10th. Beg., 9:30 a.m.; Int., 10:30 a.m. & Adv., 11:30 a.m. Call 718-320-2066 to register. Only 6 seats available. Computer Classes – Dreiser Loop, rm. 13; Tues., Sept. 11th @ 11 a.m. & Wed., Sept. 12th, 10 a.m. & 11 a.m. Call 718-320-1345 to register. Smartphone/Tablet Classes – Wed., Sept. 12th; JASA, 2049 Bartow Ave. main office; 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Call 718-320-2066 to register.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

Goose Island Seniors

Bingo — Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, NJ. Very funny Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. with Stephen in our play, Time 8:30 a.m., price $86 for lunch and show. club room 39. Members only. Admission, $5.00 for Eddie Mekka (Carmine) from “The Big Ragu” and 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are 25¢ “Laverne & Shirley” take the stage in one of the funnieach. Refreshments available. Sunday Bingo this est farces of all time. A meek and mild taxi driver has month is August 26th. found himself with two wives in two areas of town all Game Day — Tuesdays and Thursdays, our due to his inability to say “no” to a woman in need. club room is set up for our members to play games. “Virtually continuous laughter” —NY Post. Foxwoods — Thursday, October l8th at 8:30 Mahjong, Dominoes, Kalooki, Wii Tennis, Bowla.m. Price $35. Rebate: $10 for play, $10 toward ing, etc from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Members may bring a friend or two). $1 collected for refreshfood. ments. WiFi available. Christmas In The Air — Monday, November Matinee Movie — August 21st. This Tuesday 5th at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, NJ. Their most the movie “‘Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle” will popular show of the year. Song, dance, comedy be shown. Time 10 a.m. (2 hrs.) In this sequel to sketches, original songs with a live onstage orchesthe 1995 fantasy epic, four teen pals stumble on an tra. Price $95 for table served entree, dessert buffet old video game and are transported to its jungle and show. To pay for trip, you may drop off, mail setting becoming the game’s avatars. Come early or call for check pick-up. To all members: Happy Birthday to all memfor snacks. bers that celebrate their day in the month of Run For Your Wife -Thursday, September 27th at

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Reminder: Our Holiday Luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, December 5th, at Marina Del Rey; $90/person, 12 p.m.-4 p.m. See Stella B. for tickets. Get-well Wishes to Gertie Brown, Veray Darby, Dorothy Lonon and Sybil Mitchell. Heartfelt Condolence to Annie Walker on the loss of her husband, William. Good & Welfare – Please contact our Good & Welfare coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-6715493, 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. 2018 Tour Activities September 5 – September 6 – Dover Downs Hotel & Casino w/Live Marvin Gaye Tribute Show, $50 slot play; 1 night stay at hotel; 1 breakfast, 1 dinner; tour of Dover Delaware & Farmers Market. Seats available. Price: $309/person double; $395 single; Balance due ASAP. Bus departs at 8:30 a.m. sharp from the library on Asch Loop. Please assemble at 8:00 a.m. for bus seat assignments. Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962. October 11 – Legends & Laughter at Resorts Casino (Atlantic City) – A musical journey with impressions of Rod Stewart, The Temptations, Tony Orlando, Prince and others starring Jimmy Mazz - $25 slot play; deluxe Motorcoach transportation; $79/person due ASAP. Contact Judith, 718- 379-3370. 2019 Tour Activities April 1-12, 2019: Panama Canal 11-night Cruise on the Norwegian Jade – Price includes roundtrip flight to Miami (FL); ports of call include Cantagina, Columbia; Panama Canal/ Gatein Lake; Puerto Limon; Roatan Bay Islands; Harvest Cape, Costa Maya, Mexico; 3 days at sea; valid Passport is required; all meals on board the ship. Only SINGLE Oceanview Category available - $3,954 (price change); $350/person deposit due immediately to hold your reservation; insurance available and must be paid with deposit; Final payment due October, 2018; only five cabins available in each category. Contact Judith, 718379-3370. Attention: When signing up for the above trips, please give your name, phone number and a deposit. Checks/money orders made payable to AARP Chapter 4997 with the name of the trip in the memo section of your check/money order. Room 0 (Dreiser Community Center) is opened Monday or Thursday, noon – 3 p.m. for checks to be dropped off (in an envelope w/Group/Trip Leader Name). They may be mailed to the Group/Trip Leader. —Delores Debnam August: Amy Rindner, Rose E Koerner, Betty Leak, Marvine Holhnan, Archangel Ortiz, Roberta McGee, Sylvia Polite, Bonnie Silverman, Evelyn Foster, Diana Gordon, Ella Thorne. Joann Evans, and Angel Rondon. Special Mass & Memorial — September 16th at 8:30 a.m. for Lydia Ruas, Cancer Care Fund president, Einstein. Mass at St. Michael’s Church, presented by Mary Pilla & Joyce Wilson. There will be a Memorial for Lydia Ruas after the Mass at the Goose Island Club, room #39 at 135 Einstein Loop Center. Time 11 a.m. All are welcome. Note: Call Ann or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors 718-379-9613 or visit us at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39 (mornings) Mon. – Fri., 10 a.m. - 12. (evenings) Tues. & Thurs. 4 p.m. – 6 p.m., and Mon., Wed. & Fri. 6 – 8 p.m. Stephen’s cell phone number is 347-8471941. Please leave a message. GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. —Stephen Roberts, Sr.

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It that time of year again, the High Holidays are coming up: Rosh Hashanah - September 9 thru 11; and YOM KIPPOR – September 18 thru 19. Therefore, it time for our members to reserve your seats. Please send in your payment for your seat as soon as possible. For non-members, please call the office at 718-379-6920 and leave your name, the number of seats required and a phone number that we can reach you. We will get back to you with all the information you will need to reserve your seat. Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippor Services will be conducted by Rabbi Daniel Zalman Kronengold and Cantor Joseph Ringel High Holidays Schedule 5779 (2018) Rosh Hashanah - New Year Erev Rosh Hashanah - Sunday night, Sept. 9th Light Candles Not Before 6:56 p.m. Evening Services at 6:59 p.m. First Day of Rosh Hashanah Monday, September 10th Morning Services at 8:30 a.m. Shofar at 10:45 a.m. Tashlich at 5:45 p.m. (at the water) Afternoon/Evening Services at 6:30 p.m. Light Candles Not Before 7:54 p.m. Second Day of Rosh Hashanah – Tuesday, September 11th Morning Services at 8:30 a.m. Shofar at 10:45 a.m. Sermon by Cantor Ringel Rosh Hashanah ends at 7:53 p.m. Sabbath – Saturday, September 15th Morning Services at 9:00 a.m. Sabbath end at 7:46 p.m. Yom Kippur – Day of Repentance Erev Yom Kippur – Tuesday, September 11th Light Candles Not Before 6:41 p.m. Kol Nidre at 6:50 p.m. (Fast begins

before 6:46 p.m.) Yom Kippur Day – Wednesday, Sept. 12th Morning Services at 8:15 a.m. Yiskor at 11:00 a.m. Mincha at 4:00 p.m. Neila (closing of the gates) at 5:30 p.m. Maariv at 7:30 p.m. Yom Kippur ends at 7:39 p.m. 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 and 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 Saturday morning starting 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 would help the synagogue’s finances. We also need men to help make a minyan. Please come by 9:30 a.m. so we can take out the Torah. The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City, and its air conditioned. Candle lighting for Fri., August 10: 7:42 p.m. Sabbath ends on Sat., August 11, at 8:49 p.m. Good & Welfare: We sell Tree Certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per Tree. Mazel tov to all having Simchas. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person you should make a donation to the synagogue. Gary Schwartz is now at Rehab at Burke recuperating from a stroke. Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. —Bruce Gitelson

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Chavurah Temple Beth El

Chavurah Temple Beth El of Co-op City is having services for the High Holidays this year in the Dreiser Center. We look forward to seeing you and please bring your friends. Your support is rewarding as we keep Judaism alive in Co-op City. Hear the sound of the Shofar. Bring in the new year 5779. The High Holidays – Rosh Hashanah & Yom Kippur are just around the corner and you are invited to worship with us. Services are as follows: Rosh Hashanah Evening: Sunday, September 9, 8 p.m., Dreiser, room 4 Morning: Monday, Sept. 10, 10:30 a.m., Dreiser, room 4 Yom Kippur Kol Nidre: Tuesday, Sept. 18, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser, room 4 Yom Kippur Day: Wednesday, September 19 Morning Service – 10:00 a.m., Dreiser, room 4 Public Yiskor – 1:00 p.m., Dreiser, room 4 Public Yiskor – 2:30 p.m., Dreiser, room 4 Mincha & Neliah – 4:00 p.m., Dreiser, room 4 All services are to be held in Dreiser, room 9. There is no charge for tickets for all services. Just come. Tickets will be mailed out to all our members, along with the form for names to be read or added on our Yartzeit list. If you have names you wish to have read, please fill out the form and mail it back. Please come and worship with us, as many of you have done in the past. On Yom Kippur, we will read the list of the departed loved ones who are dear to your hearts, and are on our temple’s Yartzeit list, and the names of those that have also been given to us. For further information, please email Rabbi Dennis Tobin at RabbiDennisTobin@aol.com, or call him at 973769-3915. We look forward to beginning the year of 5779 with you and your families. —Rabbi Dennis Tobin

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Church of God’s Children

Church of God’s Children until further notice will be having worship services and Bible study at 159 Dreiser Loop – Fellowship Hall. We welcome you to a Word teaching house of worship. We invite you with open arms to come along to our church; we hope that you can join with us in worship and God’s word. If you have needs, and want someone to listen and to pray, we’re here for you with open hearts and God’s love to give away. Schedule of Services: Sunday – Spanish Worship, 9:30 a.m.; English Worship, 1:15 p.m., 11:30 a.m. Sunday School in Spanish and English – Spanish-Study on Prayer; English – Study on the Mind. Monday: Fasting-Prayer-Study at 9:30 a.m.; Tuesday, 6 p.m., Intercessory Prayer; 7 p.m., The Revelation in Prayer with Archbishop Rosario. Sunday, Sept. 2– one bi-lingual worship service at 10:30 a.m. The Bible tells us, “You do not have, because you do not ask” (James 4:2). How much enjoyment of God’s presence and breakthrough power are we missing out on because we do not ask God for it? Jesus also says we do not have because we ask with such little faith (Matthew 17:19-20). How much enjoyment and breakthrough power are we missing out on because our expectation is so small that prayer will result in anything? There are many times in life where we operate on our own strength. When we do this, we step out of the remarkable power God has for us. This may not be done deliberately, but we are still operating out of self-reliance which fuels doubt and fear. In these moments, we are telling God that we don’t need Him or His power. God’s power comes to us when we are surrendered, dependent, trusting and putting our faith in Him, above all things. One of the ways this happens is through the power of prayer. Are you ready to unleash God’s power in your life and discover a world you’ve never known before? Come on Tuesday. In memory of Rev. Melinda Medina-Reyes, we will continue the After-School Workshop in September. Registration has commenced. Call 718-790-9120 or 718-671-7265. —Bishop Nancy Rosario

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome. Month of August 1. On Sundays, there will be service with Holy Communion at 9 a.m. 2. No midday service on Wednesdays 3. The following groups will be on break for the entire month • Sunday school • Choir • ECW (Episcopal Church Women) • Men’s group • Vestry We look forward to welcoming you to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, August 19, when we will celebrate the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Our Supply Priest is Father Simeon O. Johnson who will be the preacher and celebrant. Fundraising Event Our next event is a Gospel Cruise on board The Spirit of Philadelphia on Saturday, September 22. The package includes transportation by Deluxe Motorcoach, 2-hour delightful buffet luncheon, cruise with live Gospel music and time at Philadelphia Premium Outlets with discount coupons. All seats are $110. Balance was due by August 1. Motorcoach departs from Dreiser Loop at 7:45 a.m. Please arrive no later than 7:30 a.m. This event is now SOLD OUT. Thanks for your support. Outreach Program: Collection of non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms is ongoing. Please remember to donate. For additional information on ALL of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844. You may also visit our website at https://www.stjosephsepc bronx.org for information on St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church, Co-op City, Bronx, New York. “Turn from evil and do good; * seek peace and pursue it.” —Psalm 34:14 —Merville Chambers

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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 9:00 a.m. for worship service. Please note our summer worship schedule has begun. We will have one worship service at 9:00 a.m. The summer schedule will remain in effect through Sunday, September 9. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Wednesday midday worship service, all Bible Study classes, the Prayer Warriors and Friday noon prayer service are on hiatus for the summer and will resume in September. Sunday School classes and the Friday evening Prayer conference call line are also on hiatus and will resume in September. Come one, come all and have a ball. The Building Fund Ministry is proud to announce their Gospel Evening of Elegance on Saturday, October 13. The event will be held at 135 Einstein Loop, room 45, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The evening will include dinner, entertainment by The Inspirational Gospel Singers of New Castle, Delaware, performance by CCBC Praise Dancers and a Fashion Show. Ticket prices until September 30 are adults (18 and over), $60; Youth (13-17), $20; children (6-12), $5. Children 5 and under, free. After September 30, tickets will be $65. For tickets or additional information, call 718-515-6090, 646-4187102, 718-862-9243, or 718-320-3774. The Scholarship Ministry’s trip to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. has been cancelled. The Scholarship Ministry invites you to mark the date to join them on their upcoming cruise to the Greek Isles and Italy on August 9, 2019. The cost for Inside Cabin/Double Occupancy is $3595. The cost for Ocean View Cabin/Double Occupancy is $3970 for this 11-day cruise and includes port charges, taxes, transfers and airfare. A deposit of $600 is required on or before September 30, 2018. Final payment is due on or before Sunday, April 7, 2019. No refund after Sunday, April 14, 2019. For additional information or reservations, call 718-3790541, 917-612-1245, 718-320-3240, 718-671-1271 or the church at 718-3793774. 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

Public Safety Report

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during extreme temperatures resulting in large waves and rip currents. Lightning can suddenly appear during periods of high temperatures. Remember, if you can hear thunder, lightning is close enough to strike. Never stay in a pool, lake or ocean if you can hear thunder. Lightning can travel several miles through water. Never stand under a tree during a lightning storm. This is how most injuries and deaths from lightning occur. Lightning will always strike the highest point. Large hail may also be prevalent, sometimes the size of a golf ball or larger. Try to take shelter indoors if possible. Never, ever leave children or pets inside of a vehicle during hot weather. Temperatures can rapidly escalate making the vehicle as hot as the inside of an oven. Always check to make sure there is not a person or pet inside your vehicle before you lock it and leave it. Cold weather can also be a hazard. Mistakes can happen so this is always a good safety practice to get into each and every time you leave your vehicle. Over the past few weeks we were called upon by Con Edison to reduce energy consumption and return conserved power back to the grid. While some of the cut backs may have seemed inconvenient these power restrictions help to prevent full scale black-outs and brown-outs in Co-op City and the surrounding areas. Energy consumption is a good idea year-round but conservation during the summer is extremely important. Alcohol consumption during hot weather may add to health concerns. Alcohol and the beverages it may be mixed with can cause dehydration even though they are liquids. In addition to being unhealthy it can also be illegal. Consuming alcohol in public is a violation of the law within New York City. This includes Co-op City Events and New York City Street Fairs at which alcohol is not sold. Public Safety Officers issue New York City Universal Summonses for this violation. As with any other arrest, a Co-op City Community Complaint is also issued for Anti-Social Conduct in connection with the arrest. This Complaint carries a monetary fine. Residents are reminded that barbequing is not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City. Strict guidelines set forth by the New York City Fire Department are in effect for never barbequing on terraces as terraces are within 10 feet of the buildings. Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings. Residents are also reminded that fireworks are illegal as well as dangerous. New York City put in effect a Zero Tolerance policy regarding the sale or use of illegal fireworks within the limits of New York City. Here in Co-op City, the Zero Tolerance laws are enforced by both the New York City Police Department as well as the Co-op City Department of Public Safety. New York City offers rewards of up to $1,000 dollars to anyone who gives information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone caught selling fireworks within New York City. Call 3-1-1 with information. Co-op City residents are also subject to receiving a Community Complaint if they are arrested by any police agency within the geographical confines of Co-op City. Remember to stay safe this summer, especially near pools and beaches. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained. 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 in the hallway or in the street. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. As Stevie Wonder said at the Grammys “We need to make every single thing accessible to every person with a disability”. 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. Take every opportunity to learn about disabilities or conditions that may affect your friends, family members or neighbors. Knowledge is power, the more you learn the stronger you become (Continued from page 7)

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As announced earlier this year, parking meter rates will be adjusted for the first time since 2013 for both passenger and commercial vehicle zones throughout New York City. In September, changes will come to Brooklyn and continue on a rolling basis across the city through the end of the year. The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) announced this week that it would begin to implement previously announced parking meter rate increases. The first parking meter rate increase since 2013, the rate changes will roll out starting in September in Brooklyn, affecting both passenger and commercial vehicle areas. The amount of the rate change varies by location, and should be complete by the end of the year. The amount of the increase will depend upon meter type (commercial vs. passenger) and by the location within the city. In Manhattan’s core (parts of lower Manhattan and Midtown to 59th Street), commercial meters will increase by $2 from $4, $5, and $6 for the first, second, and third hour to $6, $7, and $8, and go up $1 per hour elsewhere below 96th Street. Passenger parking meter rates in this core will increase from $3.50 per hour to $4.50 and from $3.50 per hour to $4.00 per hour elsewhere south of 96th Street. From 96th to 110th Streets, rates will increase from $1.50 to $2.50 per hour. A new, progressively priced second hour of passenger parking will be provided for $7.50 in the Manhattan core and $6.75 in the rest of Manhattan below 96th Street, to offer a little extra time for those who need it while still promoting curb availability. In the remainder of the city, outer-borough core area rates will increase from $1.00 per hour to $2.00 per hour, while other outer-borough neighborhood corridors will increase from $1.00 per hour to $1.50 per hour and the remainder of outer-borough areas will increase from $1.00 to $1.25 an hour. The rollout of the new rates is taking place on a rolling basis. The full rollout list is as follows (by official start date): Brooklyn – September 4, 2018 Manhattan- October 1, 2018 Queens – November 1, 2018 Bronx – December 3, 2018 Staten Island – December 3, 2018 Full chart of rate changes

Parking meters play a critical role in providing an efficient street network, allowing for the efficient delivery of goods and services as well as providing curb turnover as a resource for customers to access storefront businesses. DOT first informed elected officials of the rate changes in April and also noted the planned changes at its May 2018 City Council Executive Budget Hearing. The modest increases announced this week bring New York City parking rates more in line with those of peer cities, as well as better reflect the market demand for parking. All parking payment options will remain the same at NYC Muni-Meters: coins, credit and debit cards, as well through the use of ParkNYC mobile app.

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