Co-op City Times 09/16/17

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Vol. 52 No. 37

Saturday, September 16, 2017

Town Hall Meeting To Be Held Sept. 23 To Discuss Proposed Waterfront Park

BY ROZAAN BOONE

The Board of Directors will convene a Town Hall meeting with Co-op City shareholders next Saturday, September 23, to begin the discussion about the proposed waterfront park.

The meeting will take place from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Co-op City Little League field on Co-op City Boulevard.

Riverbay Board President Linda Berk said: “On Saturday, we will have the town hall meeting promised to the community to discuss the waterfront park. It will be an opportunity to understand the history, details and facts about how the waterfront park came to fruition. More importantly, it will give the community a chance to express their feelings and concerns.”

According to the Board president, holding the meeting outdoor on the Little League field in proximity to the waterfront will give shareholders the chance to not only experience the waterfront, but to view the parcel of land being discussed first-hand.

On May 24, the Riverbay Board passed Resolution 17-33 approving a nonbinding Memorandum of Donation (MOD) between the City of New York and Riverbay Corporation for a 2.28 parcel of land along the Hutchinson River to be developed by the city as a public park. The resolution authorizes Riverbay to enter into negotiations with the city regarding the pro(Continued on page 4) posed future park.

NYPD Veteran Appointed Captain Of Co-op City Public Safety

BY JIM ROBERTS

ence with the Public Safety Department for the past 30 years, including nine years as chief of the department,” said Chief Apollo. “I think we will have a good exchange of ideas and will learn from each other.

A 26-year veteran of the New York City Police Department (NYPD) has joined the Co-op City Public Safety Department as captain, second-in-command of the community’s law enforcement agency.

(Continued on page 3) Captain David Perez comes here after serving 20 and a half years of his NYPD career in the Bronx, first as a police officer in the 48th and 26th Precincts, as a sergeant in the 41st Precinct and then a lieutenant in the 40th Precinct. He became an NYPD captain in 2013 and was assigned to the Housing Bureau which covers Manhattan North until his retirement in April 2016.

Captain Perez will report directly to Co-op City Public Co-op City Public Safety Chief Frank Apollo Safety Chief Frank Apollo. (right) welcomes newly-appointed Captain “I welcome Captain Perez on David Perez to Co-op City during his first board with his background and week on the job. Captain Perez is a 26-year extensive experience which NYPD veteran and will serve as second-inwill mesh well with my experi- command with the CCPD. Photo by Jim Roberts

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Town Hall Meeting On Saturday, Sep- President’s Message versions of the watertember 23, 2017 there front park concept. will be a town hall There have been meeting at the Little many ways the inforPresident League field from 11 mation regarding the a.m. – 1 p.m. This will park has been interbe an opportunity for all preted, some accurate, some shareholders to come out not so accurate, and some and ask questions, share politicized. This town hall ideas and see the beauty of will give you, shareholders, our waterfront. We have the opportunity to listen, chosen the waterfront propask questions and digest erty of the Little League the facts about the develfield because it is a perfect opment of the park concept. location to discuss all the Shareholders’ possibilities of a commuParticipation nity waterfront park. There will be I have been excited about the reaccomfortable seating and light refresh- tion I have seen from some shareholders online. One of the commuments served.

It is important for shareholders to nity FaceBook pages has a long come out to hear directly from me string of comments from Co-op City how this concept developed, what is residents who have so many ideas involved and how you, as a share- and suggestions for the park. The holder in this community, can have ideas varied from swinging benches, an impact on what happens.

I have been concerned that share(Continued on page 2) holders have been hearing various

Linda Berk

King Wins Democratic Nomination For Council Seat

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Incumbent City Council Member Andy King handily defeated two opponents in the Democratic primary on Sept. 12 and is headed for re-election for his second full four-year term as Co-op City’s representative in November.

King was the top vote getter in the 12th Council District Democratic primary with 68% of the votes. Pamela Hamilton-Johnson came in second with 27% and Karree-Lyn Gordon in third with 4.4%. There were 11,059 votes cast this time, which is down roughly 24% from the 2013 primaries.

King was first elected in November 2012 to complete the term of Larry Seabrook, who was convicted of federal corruption charges. King was re-elected to his first four-year term in November 2013. A lifelong resident of the 12th District and a graduate of New York City public schools, King received a BA in communications from William Paterson University.

(Continued on page 4) In another contest, incumbent Ruben Diaz won the

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misting stations, sprinklers, skate board park, gardens and floral exhibits, a swimming pool, even a restaurant! Some of the ideas are ambitious, but what was most important is the excitement and enthusiasm shareholders were sharing regarding the concept of a waterfront park.

From the very first conversation with the city when the park development was introduced, city officials were told that this park could not be done without the input of Riverbay shareholders. I informed the city that I would not make any decisions on my own and as a result called for an emergency meeting to solidify the non-binding proposal with the full Board.

To easily understand the Memorandum of Donation (MOD), I explain the MOD as two young people who have something in common and decide they would like to date to see if the relationship could become permanent. That is where we are now with the city. The idea has been brought to the shareholders – we are, in essence, dating the city—and after we’ve discussed and debated the waterfront concept, we can either get married or go our separate ways. Therefore, your role as a shareholder is critical in this process and all shareholders are encouraged to come out to the town hall for an open discussion.

We Pay Or NYC Pays Riverbay’s development of a waterfront park was removed from this year’s budget as a projected capital project within the next two years. Granted, Management included the cost to develop the entire waterfront, not wanting to choose one section over the other. That cost was estimated to be approximately $7M. It was removed from the budget with no room for discussion. It was stated that we could do that later. My thought is later when? There was no discussion as to why so high? Can we scale it back and develop in phases to minimize the budgetary impact? This is the approach I took with the lobbies when that line item was removed from the budget. I asked Management to come back with a scaled down plan because with new elevators and new lobby front doors, it would not make sense to leave 40-year-old lobbies in between the two new features.

Monthly Management Meetings Each month, the First VP, Riverbay General Counsel and I, meet with the Douglas Elliman management to go over key issues and projects to ensure we are moving forward and we are all on the same page. I am happy to say that we are beginning to make progress on many items. Currently on our agenda is: customer service, restoration, construction, elevators, the power plant, IT, Internal Audits and the 50th anniversary.

Construction alone encompasses several projects from the conclusion of Dreiser Mall, new lobby doors, Dreiser auditorium renovation, and many Management decisions needed to ensure these projects move as anticipated. Restoration has been under analysis as to how we can provide timely and high quality work within a flow of scheduling that will not inconvenience shareholders. We are working on improving your services and while I cannot get into the details at this point, it is very important that you know that Management realizes there is a lot of room for improvement and they, along with our staff, are working to accomplish improvements. While we have hard-working, dedicated staff here at Riverbay, there are times when the processes and procedures in place may not work. I ask shareholders that when you do have a problem with an appointment or a call that you make note of the name, date and time of the incident so Management can help to resolve the issue.

I was happy to hear that flooring appointments are now about one month or less, our move-out rate is down to approximately 32 units a month and we have made progress in turning around apartments for sale on average to about 90 days (not to say that we do not have some problem units that can take longer). We are working with HCR to move our contract approvals through their system quicker.

There have been projects that were delayed because of the NYS requirement.

However, we have a good relationship with HCR and are making progress.

Natural Disasters We still have one month to go with the hurricane season and we have seen

more devastation in this past month than in several years. Major swaths of our country and the Caribbean have been hit with so much devastation, it is hard to comprehend why! It is at times like these that we come together as a nation to help those desperately in need. It is the better side of human nature.

The Co-op City branch of the NAACP is collecting clothing, water, personal care items and water in conjunction with the NYC Department of Correction to take to Houston, Texas. Please contact the office in Einstein to arrange donating to this urgent cause. They are accepting goods, not money.

I just returned from three weeks in the Virgin Islands (British and US) where I left behind beautiful beaches, lush green vegetation and a very happy and pleasant people. Today, because of Hurricane Irma, they are a shell of what they once were. Ninety percent of the homes were destroyed, the boating industry wiped out and people are happy just to be alive. I am saddened when I see what Irma has done to these islands and we must not forget the US Virgin Islanders are our brothers and sisters, Americans. When and where you can help, I hope you will do whatever you can. Something as simple as food and water are in short supply.

One quote I heard was, “Water, water everywhere, but NO water to drink!”

Natural disasters can happen to anyone of us, they do not discriminate. Stay prepared and remember, today, it is someone else; tomorrow, it could be you.

Thank you for your time and attention. Please feel free to contact me with your thoughts. I remain interested. I look forward to seeing many of you at the town hall meeting. I can be reached at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or at LBerk@riverbayboard.com.

Air Conditioning Shutdown In preparation for the upcoming heating season, air conditioning to all apartments will be shut down after sun down (around 7 p.m.) on Saturday, September 30th in deference to Co-op City families celebrating Yom Kippur.

During the shut-down period, the chillers that are operated in the summer months will be shut down and maintenance and repair of the heating system will be conducted before heat is turned on and becomes available in apartment.

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Shred Van At Co-op City Today The AARP Fraud Watch Network is sponsoring a free residential shredding event to be held today, Saturday, September 16, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. or until the truck is full.

Bring any confidential documents and they will be shredded for you for free. It only takes a few minutes to protect yourself from scams and identity theft.

NCNW Health Fair Saturday, September 23, in the Dreiser Mall, the Project Renewal ScanVan will be available from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Women can schedule an appointment in advance for a mammogram by calling 1-800-564-6868.

Come out and talk with the various healthcare providers and take advantage of other free services that will be available from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. in Dreiser, room 4. “Let your food be your medicine and not your medicine be your food.”

Hispanic Heritage Celebration On Sunday, Sept. 24, the Riverbay Fund and Spanish American Community Club will celebrate Hispanic heritage in the Dreiser Auditorium from 1-6 p.m. Admission is free.

The celebration will feature performances from a number of countries, including Mexico (Mariachi Citlalli), Dominican Republic (Grupo Cultural – Ramona Torres), Puerto Rico (Casa Boricua Baile Folklorico de Puerto Rico), Honduras (Garifuna – Ballet Folklorico de Nueva York), Co-op City (Xonia and the Belly Dancers), as well as Dancers Dreamzzz and Cache Boys.

There will also be a DJ, refreshments, raffles and much more.

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ing forward to meeting with the Captain of the 45th Precinct and working is operating very well.

I’m eager to “I’m particularly looking forward to with him, the management team and introducing Captain Perez to the com- meet the officers of the department and the officers there to share ideas about munity and having them embrace him get to know them one-on-one. I’d like how we can better serve the commuthe way they have embraced me for my to know of any concerns they have that nity here. need to be addressed so we can all work entire career here,” Chief Apollo said.

“The goal is always to be fair to Captain Perez was born and raised in a cohesive environment. Our number everybody and participate in a variety in the Bronx and holds a bachelor’s one goal as a department is that our of programs to continue to build mudegree in criminal justice from Em- business gets done,” Captain Perez said. tual trust. The residents of Co-op City Perez will be very active involving are our eyes and ears so we need to pire State College. He started in his position as CCPD Captain on Sept. 11. himself with the various groups hear from them on any issues or situa“It’s been a great welcoming experi- throughout Co-op City to get to know tions that come up with them that we ence from the Riverbay Corporation the community and hear its concerns. can solve.” and I’m very honored that they “I don’t know all the answers, but I Co-op City’s Public Safety Departbrought me on board as part of the will work with the members of the ment will benefit from Captain management team,” Perez said. community to address their problems, Perez’s more than two decades of po“In the very beginning of my tenure issues or complaints. I’m looking for- lice work in the Bronx and his extenhere, I’m looking forward to learning ward to attending building association sive experience in community policthe community and getting to know meetings, community events in Co-op ing programs to help expand the prothe cooperators,” Captain Perez said. City, informal breakfast gatherings, grams put in place by Chief Apollo.

“We have an excellent staff here in “Respect goes a long way, in my view. anywhere we can just get together and the Public Safety Department from As members of law enforcement, we talk,” the captain said.

“There are ideas that I want to bring the supervisory staff, the administraalways must treat others as we would want to be treated. That starts with on board that I experienced in my tive staff, the officers and everybody mutual respect so we can go forward early tenure as a police officer that who works under this umbrella,” in a common vision to improve the will enhance relationships between Chief Apollo said. “Captain Perez and quality of life in Co-op City.” the Public Safety department and our I will build on that foundation to surge One of Captain Perez’s first priori- residents. The ultimate goal is seeing forward, look ahead, and come up ties is learning how CCPD operates that everyone believes they are receiv- with innovative ideas to make sure and introducing himself to the men ing fair treatment and that the commu- that we are not only running the best and women of the Public Safety De- nity continues to be the safest place to Public Safety department in the nation, but also providing the cooperators partment. “In the few days that I’ve live in the Bronx.” been here, Chief Apollo has shown Captain Perez’s long career with with the highest level of safety that me the policy and procedures in place the NYPD will help him coordinate they could possibly have.”

Captain Perez replaces former here that are very similar to the New law enforcement efforts between the York City Police Department,” he said. CCPD and the NYPD and encourage Captain James Keappock who left “I think the Public Safety Department community involvement. “I’m look- CCPD in 2016.

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Truman Media Students Score Disney Scholarships

BY DAVID ROUSH

Two students took home scholarship checks in the 2017 “Get Reel With Your Dreams” Scholarship competition, which took place in May. The awards were given out at the end of June.

“We’ve always done well in this competition, but this marks the first time in our history that Truman Media students are walking out with two scholarship checks from The Walt Disney Company,” said teacher Mr. David Roush.

“I could not be more proud of them than I am today.”

Matthew Malave, a 2017 graduate, won 7th place for his

30-second video that called attention to the issue of child abuse. He earned $2,500 in scholarship money for his work.

Moses Perez, a current senior at Truman, took home the 8th place prize for his team’s work on a video about child abduction. He also received a check for $2,500 in scholarship funds, and will be eligible to compete again this year.

The competition is funded by the Walt Disney Company and is a part of a multi-faceted program called “Get Reel With Your Dreams.” The program has a community service component, as well as a day-long event in which students take hands-on workshops from media industry insiders.

Matthew Malave (center) with actor Sean Ringgold and Walt Disney Company representative Bernadette Longford.

Moses Perez (center) with his partner Ray Ramos and teacher Mr. Roush (right)

Bereavement Support In Session The JASA Bereavement Support Group, facilitated by Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., has resumed meeting on Mondays in room 13 of the Dreiser Center at 1 p.m. on a weekly basis.

For further information, please contact Dr. Smith at 917-734-4058.

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During Bronx Week, New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio held a press conference in Co-op City’s Bartow Center on May 25, touting the collaborative effort between the city and Riverbay to improve the quality of life of Bronx residents.

In his remarks, the Mayor stated that it is important for Co-op City to have more park space because this community, like most of the Bronx, did not get its fair share of city services over the past decades.

“Working people haven’t gotten the same amount of amenities, including parks, that people in more privileged areas have,” Mayor de Blasio said. “Knowing that the beautiful waterfront looking over Pelham Bay Park was there, but wasn’t accessible was frustrating, so when I heard at a meeting with leaders of Co-op City that this was a lost opportunity, we started getting to work to figure out how to do it.”

In addition to thanking City Parks Commissioner Mitch Silver, then-Community Board #10 Chairperson Martin Prince and Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison, Mayor de Blasio also recognized Board President Berk at the press conference.

“Linda was one of the powerful voices who helped us to focus on this project in City Hall,” said Mayor de Blasio. “The minute it was said, ‘Linda, we want to see what it would take,’ she was right there every step of the way to make sure this happened. She gets a lot of credit for that and I want to thank her.”

At the press conference, Board President Berk thanked all of the elected officials who helped make the park proposal possible.

“On behalf of the Riverbay Board of Directors and shareholders, I want to thank Mayor de Blasio for taking the time to listen. I have looked at that waterfront lay dormant for 50 years and I’m excited that now we’re going to have an opportunity to sit by the water and enjoy the peace and the calm. The city came in and said what we can do to make your life better and that’s exciting because they have approached this as a partnership. They listened and they moved quickly so the dream didn’t die.”

The Board president also praised Co-op City’s Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer of Douglas Elliman Property Management for his efforts in helping to make the proposal a reality.

“I’m just happy within the first year of being the executive general manager here in Co-op City that we’ve been able to get City Hall to agree to open up the waterfront area access,” Mr. Klehammer said. “It’s something we talked about when the Board was interviewing Douglas Elliman for this position. It will be a process, but now we know that the city is on board.”

In a Q&A published in the Co-op City Times on June 10, 2017 Riverbay’s general counsel, Jeffrey Buss, explained that no land has been transferred to the city.

The Memorandum of Donation approved by the Riverbay Board of Directors on May 24th is an expression of interest. “It simply begins the process to plan a park for community use,” it is stated in the Q&A. Furthermore, several layers of approvals are required before any land can be transferred. First, a majority vote of the Board would have to be taken to approve the transfer. It was pointed out in the Q&A that Resolution 17-33 approved by the Board on May 24th is only “an expression of interest,” not a specific approval of the majority of Board directors to transfer land.

Secondly, the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) would have to approve the transfer as stipulated by the Private Housing Finance Law Section 27 (b) (4) which states that Riverbay may not transfer land

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Bronx Borough President primary with 86% of the votes. Camella Price came in second with 11.5% of the votes, and third place was Avery Selkridge with 2%. A total of 63,139 votes were cast, which is down, approximately 9.5%, from the 2013 primaries.

As for the Delegates to the Judicial Convention, 82 Assembly District, Michael Benedetto received the most votes with 16%. Next, Shirley Saunders received 11.8%, Marilyn Soto had 9.7%, Monique Johnson had 9%, and Marjorie Helms had 8%. Rounding out the last two spots were Thomas Messina with 6.9% and Gertie Brown with 6.8%. They will fill the seven seats being chosen.

In each assembly district, voters elect judicial delegates – residents whose sole job is to represent their neighborhood at a party nominating convention held a

few weeks later. At these conventions, which unite delegates from the various assembly districts within a larger judicial district, the delegates cast votes to determine which judicial candidates will appear as the party’s nominees on the general election ballot. Voters then elect judges to 14-year terms in the November election.

Incumbent mayor, Bill de Blasio, won 74% of the votes, ahead of Sal Albanese who received 15% and Scott Tolkin with 4.6%. A total of 439,963 people voted, roughly a 10% increase from 2013.

Current Public Advocate Letitia James received 76.4% of the votes for her office ahead of David Eisenbach who had 23%.

There were 373,214 people voting this year, which is about a 20% decrease from the 2013 primaries.

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without prior written approval of DHCR. Thirdly, as per Riverbay’s mortgage loan agreement with Wells Fargo, Riverbay cannot transfer any land securing a mortgage without the lender’s prior approval, therefore, Riverbay is also required to obtain approval from Wells Fargo, as well as the loan guarantors – HUD, SONYMA and the New York City HDC. It was further noted that the community will have a “say” in the process when a series of “scoping” sessions (public hearings) are held during which the New York City Parks Department, local officials and the Riverbay Board will formally receive input from the community on whether or not they do indeed want a park, and if so, what type of park. The Q&A states: “Community input from these ‘scoping sessions’ will determine what type of park would be constructed and the amount of money that the City would need to expend to meet the community’s desires… (see paragraphs 3c and 3d of the Agreement).”

“There will be scoping sessions with city officials that I encourage shareholders to attend as well so that they can share their thoughts and ideas with the entities that would be part of shaping the waterfront park,” said Board President Berk. “If we are to have a waterfront park, it must be with the input of Riverbay shareholders.”

A schedule of these scoping sessions will be announced in the Co-op City Times when the time comes.

In the Q&A, it was also explained that while Riverbay is not required to donate the land, the NYC Parks Department cannot use taxpayers’ money to benefit a private land owner. In addition, Riverbay can include “restrictive covenants” and “easements” in any deed transferring ownership of the land to limit the future use of the land to a park and guarantee Co-op City residents access to the park. Such restrictions would prevent any future owner of the land from developing the property for any other use, including residential or commercial development. General Counsel Buss also pointed out that Riverbay can also request that the approval of HCR be conditioned upon such restrictions.

“With the city paying for the development of the park, this could save Riverbay money,” said Ms. Berk. “The plans I see for the park will cost much more than we would spend if we minimized our cost. Why not get a multi-purpose park that suits several needs of the community without having to pay for it?”

The rain date for this initial meeting with shareholders on the proposed waterfront park is Saturday, September 30 in Dreiser Auditorium B. “For nearly fifty years, Co-op City has an incredible landscape that has been fenced off and kept from the community,” stated Board President Berk. “This land was originally supposed to be developed by the city, who stopped after building the educational park and fire house. As a result, we have missed out on a beautiful and spectacular section of Co-op City.”

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Board of Directors’ Meeting - September 13, 2017 Second Reading - Resolution #17-55

Second Reading Resolution #17-52

SUBMITTED BY: Francine Reva Jones SECONDED BY: Jerome Rice BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: September 13th, 2017

SUBMITTED BY: Linda Berk SECONDED BY: Francine Reva Jones & Evelyn Turner BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING, DATED: September 13th, 2017 WHEREAS, Riverbay Corp. uses Microsoft software including Windows and Office on approximately 250 computers and 50 servers; and WHEREAS, Riverbay’s needs to renew Microsoft licensing and support agreement; and WHEREAS, Management recommends that the Board accept Microsoft’s renewal offer, which was obtained for Riverbay through Insight Direct USA, an approved Microsoft Partner, for a three year license and support agreement in the amount of $407,380.32 to be paid directly to Microsoft in three annual payments of $135,793.44 each; WHEREAS, the project manager’s recommendation to entering into this no-bid renewal agreement (Contract #3192) with Microsoft is described in the attached memorandum dated August 8, 2017.

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: That Riverbay enter into Contract #3192 with Insight Direct USA, Inc. for a cost of $407,380.32 for three (3) years be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Richardson, Rice, Sampson, Saunders, Turner, Williams ABSENT: Jenkins, Peterson PASSED

WHEREAS, many families move into Co-op City with children; and WHEREAS, these children are not considered shareholders, even when they have reached the age of maturity; and WHEREAS, the young adults that have grown up in Co-op City, are treated as outsiders when applying for a Riverbay apartment and are not considered shareholders unless they own an apartment/unit; and WHEREAS, when applying for a Riverbay apartment, these young adults must be placed at the bottom of an Automatic Waiting List containing hundreds of outsider applicants, which would take approximately six (6) years to process; and WHEREAS, in order to treat these young adults that desire to remain in the Co-op City community fairly, they should be placed on the Automatic Apartment Transfer Waiting List, which would take approximately three (3) years to process.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Management shall seek the approval of the NY State Homes and Community Renewal agency in order to accept the application of young adults who have lived in the Co-op City community for two (2) or more years as a minor or young adult with their family, to apply for a Riverbay apartment as a Transfer Applicant as opposed to a new outsider applicant; and be it further RESOLVED, that the Board and Management shall work together to seek the assistance of our elected officials; and, be it further RESOLVED, that Management shall report their progress to the Board within 60 days following the approval of this resolution; and, be it further RESOLVED, that the Board President hereby authorizes Management to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Richardson, Rice, Sampson, Saunders, Turner, Williams NO: Johnson ABSENT: Jenkins, Peterson PASSED

First Reading - Resolution #17-54 SUBMITTED BY: Linda Berk SECONDED BY: Bernard Cylich & Evelyn Turner BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: September 13, 2017 WHEREAS, Procurement was requested to do a re-bid for a new garage access system & revenue controls for all eight garages; and WHEREAS, nine bid packages were sent to vendors that sell and provide support for this type of project; and WHEREAS, three bids were received and sent to the project manager for review; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager, reviewed all the bids and selected Amano McGann (Amano) as the lowest responsible bidder as described in the attached memorandum dated September 8, 2017.

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed Contract P978 with Amano McGann for a cost

of $899,856.00 over a seven year period be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

(See page 30 for more Resolutions.)

REMINDER—Carrying Charge Boxes Shareholders are reminded that the carrying charge deposit boxes located in the community centers open on the morning of the first business day of the month and close at midnight on the 10th of the month, which is the last day to pay your carrying charges before a late fee is accessed. If the 10th of the month falls on a weekend or holiday, the carrying charge boxes remain open through the next business day.

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Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 3 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.

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Public Safety Report

CCPD Prepares Juvenile Reports To Ensure Quality Of Life On School Days

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO As we complete the first full week of school, everyone should be in the swing of the new school year. We would like to make sure all students get through the school year without incident. It is important that parents assure that their children are not in violation of any Riverbay Corporation rules or New York City laws when traveling to and from school.

Public Safety enforces all applicable regulations to insure the safety of all students, as well as the people and property of Co-op City.

Officers of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety are authorized to prepare Juvenile Reports when offenses of the law are committed by persons at least seven years of age but less than sixteen years of age. The Juvenile Report is a New York City Police Department form which is utilized when certain types of offenses are committed by persons under the age of 16. Preparation of the Juvenile Report takes the place of an arrest for all Violations and some Misdemeanors. When a Juvenile Report is issued, it is forwarded to the Youth Officer at the 45th Precinct. The Youth Officer at the 45th Precinct determines what type of follow up is required. Parents of the child are often contacted to monitor future activity. The Juvenile Report starts the process of intervention before serious delinquent activity begins.

When a child is taken into custody for the issuance of a Juvenile Report, the parents of the child are notified. It becomes necessary for the parent to respond to Public Safety Headquarters with identification to pick up the child. In the event that the child is truant from school, the school is also contacted. School Safety is notified and the child is returned to school. After school hours, if the parent cannot be reached, the child is transported to a Juvenile Detention facility. Both Public Safety and the New York City Police Department take action regarding truant youths.

A Co-op City Community Complaint is also issued when the child is a Co-op City resident and the offense was committed within the confines of Co-op City. The Co-op City Community Complaint carries a monetary fine and can be added to the monthly carrying charges. The fine for the first offense is $125. Subsequent violations result in doubled fines. Fines can be automatically added to the monthly rent. Rent will not be accepted without payment in full, including the additional charges for Community Complaints. Late fees will be assessed.

Multiple violations can lead to eviction. This helps to maintain a high quality of life and low crime rate within the community.

Juvenile Reports are often issued for fighting during the school arrival and departure times. The officers of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety are strategically placed adjacent to the schools for the purpose of protecting the life and property of the residents of Co-op City. Students are directed to walk directly home or promptly board the bus to return home. Co-op City’s playgrounds are exclusively for the use of supervised children ages 12 and under. Tot lots are for use by children 7 and under also with adult supervision required. Co-op City children should respond right home after school and then return back to the playground with their parents after the school dismissal crowd has left the community. Parental supervision is always a requirement for use of Co-op City’s playgrounds and Tot Lots.

Parents of school age children should encourage children to respond home without delay and refrain from engaging in fighting while on the way to and from school. Parents should also make sure students are always in possession of the proper bus pass or MetroCard for boarding the bus. Any theft or loss of bus pass should be reported immediately in order that a replacement can be issued. Children should be

directed never to board the buses from the rear door.

This act is dangerous and also illegal. Summonses are actively issued for boarding buses without payment or school issued MetroCard. Plainclothes MTA officers are often used for payment enforcement especially on the Special Express buses.

It is always important for cooperators to call the Department of Public Safety when they observe any

suspicious activity, especially during school arrival and dismissal times. Youth observed fighting or attempting to enter the buildings for the purpose of loitering should be reported immediately.

It is important that everyone stays safe throughout the year. If you see anything suspicious, notify the proper authorities. Always remember, if you see (Continued on page 16)

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com.

Please note that emails should be sent to both parties.

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

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

CONTRACT SUMMARY Contract 3199 Environmental Health & Safety Consultant Pre-bid Meeting: September 26, 2017 at 11 a.m. at 98 Co-op City Blvd, Green Trailers, Bronx, NY 10475.

Bids Due: October 12, 2017 at 4 p.m.

Insurance: Insurance is required from winning bidder.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Elevator Inspection & Repairs Schedule Elevator Category I Inspections have been assigned as per the schedule below.

Please note that scheduled times are approximate. Each inspection takes approximately 90 minutes per elevator.

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Director’s Viewpoint

Leading With Backbone And Heart

Claudia Sampson Second Vice President Effective leadership is a unique trait not everyone possesses. In times of crisis, leadership is best demonstrated by a calm and emotionally intelligent disposition. Empathy and self-regulation are also important characteristics modeled by exemplary leadership. In “The Effective Executive,” Peter F. Drucker focuses on the “ability to get the right things done.” By also doing what other people have overlooked, as well as avoiding what is unproductive, a tested leader shows up.

President Linda Berk seeks to demonstrate in her executive role, the acquired habits of a well-trained mind to mold the Board’s actions into measureable results. Through her adept time management prowess during challenging Board meetings with the help of a Parliamentarian, Jerome Rice, choosing what to contribute to the organization at critical times, knowing where and how to tap into other directors’ intellect and hidden talents for greater impacts, setting the right priorities for the organization, and weaving all the moving parts together with astute decision-making precision, our president continues to model the behavior of an exemplary executive. Granted, she doesn’t always make the decisions we may all like or agree with, but that’s to be expected. Aim for excellence, not perfection, is her motto as well as mine. Until proven otherwise, I will continue to respect the title we elected her to serve under because it’s not only the right thing to do, but it’s what our community needs, especially if we are to grow stronger and better as a Board.

We’re As Strong As Our Weakest Link The reason the Board has decided to conduct its second consecutive Board Development Weekend offsite rather than in the Board Room 26A at 2049 Bartow Avenue is plain and simple. It’s customary and effec-

tive. Far too many times, we tend to want to stay in the same space, sit in the same seats, next to people we feel safe with and also because it affords us the opportunity to step out of the room to take personal calls or stretch our cramped legs or stiff joints. By the way, I work at a large NYC agency where the senior executives held an off-site this week in a different location because the chief-of-staff, with whom I discussed the issue, explained to me that using the board room where meetings are typically held, wasn’t conducive to getting people to doing their best thinking nor refraining from sneaking back to their offices for a variety of reasons.

Now, if Board members prefer sleeping in their own beds at night, I don’t see that as a problem as long as they’re back onsite for a 9 a.m. start the next day. But, they’re bound to miss out of some valuable team-building activities after the formal training ends each day.

Choosing to sit this one out because one feels they’ve grown enough and know everything they need to know to be the best director they can be is like a player on a team telling the coach, “Hey coach, I think I know all there is about playing the game and don’t really need to learn to become a better team player. So, I’ll just skip this one.” This is clearly setting a poor example for new Board directors and the community that elected us to serve them as competent and committed directors. I will be at the meeting and look forward to learning more and improving. Game on!

A Mind Is A Terrible Thing To Waste When approached to develop a resource guide outlining the process for seeking financial aid and navigating the daunting FAFSA application, I gladly produced one that I’m happy to see continues to be shared with students and parents at the Annual College Fair by Director Turner. It was my intention then to leave a legacy that others might continue to use as there’s so much free information available online, but so little time in our busy

schedules or expertise to unravel the mystery of applying to college. As one of many volunteers at the first College and Career Fair in 2012, I am delighted to see the seeds that were planted bearing bountiful fruits for our precious charges. Kudos to those who came willingly when the call was issued and showed up to help shepherd this maiden voyage over unchartered waters onto safe horizons. Much was asked of them and much was given by a small but dedicated cadre of shareholders who wanted nothing more than to be a pair of helping hands. We all wish Director Turner and all the students and parents much success on her 5th Annual Career Fair on Saturday, October 7 in the Dreiser Auditorium beginning at 9 a.m. for grades 3-6, and 12:30 p.m., grades 7-12, followed by financial aid workshops for parents and students from 4-6 p.m. As the saying goes, “Success is not a destination, it’s a journey.”

Come One, Come All! Finally, the Section One 2nd Annual Family Fun Day will be held on Saturday, September 16 from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. The event will take place between Buildings 4, 6 & 7. It will feature music by a deejay, serve free hot dogs & drinks, as well as present an opportunity to participate in other activities such as basketball & relay races, enjoy singers, double-dutch exhibition, a comedian, hula hoop contest, trivia, belly, salsa, praise, and Co-op City line dancers, and much more. Rain date: Saturday, September 23.

I can be reached at csampson@riverbayboard.com should you need to share your comments or ideas with me. I welcome all spirited and productive dialogue. Remember: “Great leaders don’t set out to be a leader…they set out to make a difference. It’s never about the role – always about the goal.” – LisaHaisha.com

Management Update

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After publication of my Management Report in the Co-op City Times on Saturday, September 9, 2017, I received an anonymous letter from a cooperator who lives in Building 10B accusing me of being a liar.

At issue is the fact that I reported to the community that when I first arrived at Co-op City one year ago, within the first couple of months, there were two arrests of people who had broken into the elevator motor rooms on the roofs of buildings to either live or hang out there. As a result, we implemented a simple change in the procedures followed by Public Safety officers to conduct vertical patrols of the buildings and since then have had no instance of attempted break-ins to these rooms.

The cooperator accused me of telling a “big lie” because “some man has been living in elevator

Inside of Building 10B Electrical Room

Management Report

Bob Klehammer motor room (sic) for over a year.” The cooperator also claims that everyone in Building 10B knows about this, and alleges that “someone at Riverbay or Co-op Security is notifying him (sic) before they come.”

Upon receipt of the letter, I immediately dispatched Public Safety to investigate both the elevator motor room and the electrical closet for any signs of a break-in or evidence of someone living within.

The photos printed here clearly show no evidence of either. Not only are the rooms spotless, but the locks were intact.

I take all complaints and concerns brought to our attention very seriously. Having said that, it is equally

Building 10B Elevator Motor Room

important that cooperators do their part as well. If you have a credible complaint, it is important to provide as much details as possible instead of relying on hearsay and/or making unfounded accusations. This is counter-productive, unprofessional, potentially costly, and does not serve any of us well.

Outside door to Building 10B Electrical Room does not show signs of tampering

Shareholders, not tenants! Become involved in your building association!

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

Emergency: 718-651-3050 Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 www.ccpd.us

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Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary There are many activities in Co-op City for the community to attend and enjoy. The African-American Association of Co-op City and the Riverbay Fund will co-sponsor the stage play, “Whistle in Mississippi: The Lynching of Emmett Till” on Sunday, October 15th at 6:30 p.m. Please call 718-379-5555 for tickets.

Democratic Primary Congratulations to all the winners in the Democratic Primary. On September 7th, the Co-op City Democratic Club sponsored a ‘Get Out the Vote’ Rally that was co-sponsored by the Bronx County Committee and the Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club, represented by District Leader Shirley Saunders, NY State Assemblyman Marcos Crespos and District Leader George Clarke, respectively. The candidates for re-election who addressed cooperators in Dreiser Center were: Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr., Councilman Andy King and Public Advocate Letitia James. NYC Comptroller Scott Stringer also greeted the audience.

The candidates touted their accomplishments, including building affordable housing, schools, infrastructure, reduction in crime, restoration of green spaces and public parks, the Metro North station that’s coming, assistance to seniors, universal free school lunch, help for homeless children, equal pay for women doing the same work as men, etc.

Fidel Gomez, a candidate for the Civil Court Judge, joined the others in stressing the importance of voting and asking that you vote for them.

There was disappointment that Mayor de Blasio was absent. Also disappointing was the negative press by an opposing candidate alleging untrue and inaccurate statements. The ads were very distasteful and misleading and she might have difficulty securing votes in Co-op City.

Leasing and Sales Committee I will chair this committee and am anxious to get started. My intention is to encourage voting. Over the past few years, it has been difficult getting a quorum in the annual Board of Directors’ elections without extending the voting time. This should not be. The topic of voting should be included in the Orientation pamphlet issued to new shareholders. I intend to accomplish this.

Voting in local elections is just as important as

Co-op City Has It All voting in national elections. You are more directly affected by local leaders. Therefore, I believe it is imperative for all who qualify to vote to do so.

American citizens need to wake up and see that voter suppression is happening across the country.

Registered voters are being removed from the rolls, voting and registration sites are being shut down; voting days and voting hours are being cut, etc. The U.S. government, under the new administration, is making it more difficult for citizens to vote, rather than easier.

Does “Make the Country Great Again” mean deporting people of color so that this country will never again have a fine, intelligent, respectable leader of color like former President Barack Obama?

I trust that Americans are not fooled, tricked or bamboozled by #45’s strange governance. Many Americans fought and died for voting rights and we should not allow anyone to take away that privilege. For more information on our rights, the law and the U.S. Constitution, you can listen to Professor Gloria Browne-Marshall on WBAI radio. Let’s come out in force in the next election, Tuesday, November 7th.

College and Career Fair The annual College and Career Fair is scheduled for October 7th in the Dreiser Community Center.

There will be interesting educational features for college-bound students, as well as grade school students to learn about. Today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders. So, parents, you owe it to your child to expose them to the most advanced educational environment.

And that would be right here in Co-op City.

Our communities and our country need educated leaders, not only in the common fields as doctors, lawyers and educators, but in the not so customary fields of Architecture; Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports and Media; Construction and Extraction; Food Preparation; Farming, Fishing and Forestry; Installation, Maintenance and Repair; Healthcare Support; Transportation and Material Moving, etc.

Our children need knowledge and skills for a meaningful life that makes for stronger communities. You will learn a great deal more at the College and Career Fair on October 7th. Show your child that, “IT’S COOL TO STAY IN SCHOOL.” Hurricanes Hurricane Harvey has done major damage in Houston, Texas. Hurricane Irma hit hard in southern Florida. We can help the victims by send-

ing them water and supplies needed. The Co-op City branch of the NAACP is seeking donations for the people in Texas. The following items are needed: non-perishable canned foods; water; clothing (new); disposable diapers (all sizes); soap, shampoo, brushes, combs, toothbrushes; first aid supplies, analgesic medications; infant, toddler and children’s clothing; underwear (all sizes, both genders); feminine hygiene products; socks, knit hats, coats and jackets (all sizes); air mattresses/ cots; paper goods (spoons, plates, forks, knives, bowls).

The NAACP and the NYC Department of Corrections are working together and will personally delivery these supplies to victims in Texas. The supplies will be collected from now until October 10th on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Einstein Community Center, 2nd floor.

For more information, contact them at: naacpc city2210@gmail.com or 718-320-3210.

These donations are very important, especially to people of color. I have received information that rescuers are bypassing people of color. It makes me suspicious of what other ways they might be being mistreated.

Fashion Show Thanks to everyone who attended the AfricanAmerican Association’s first Fashion Show in line with NYC’s Fashion Week. The Linda Berk Collection, designed by Board President Linda Berk, was fabulous.

The chairperson, Deborah C. Nelson, and the Fashion Show Committee of Iman Drammeh, Xonia Wilson, Iris Steele, Ellen Boone, Ebony Raé Lambright and Reva Jones, made it happen. Andrea NiBlack suddenly fell ill and could not participate. Hopefully, she has made a full recovery. Thanks to Ron Scott for entertaining with several lovely songs. Also, the Riverbay staff was very courteous and helpful.

Contact I am interested in hearing your ideas and concerns. You may write to me at Riverbay Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or fjones@riverbayboard.com.

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These Natural Disasters Are Getting Worse and Worse

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson Recently, we've been hit by some of the worst storms ever recorded. These storms destroyed lots of homes, businesses, and other properties. And, now, lots of people are very worried about what's going on.

Monstrous Storms Hurricane Harvey blasted through Texas and caused nearly $200 billion worth of damage. Thousands of people lost their homes, jobs, and businesses. Shortly thereafter, Hurricane Irma roared through some of the Caribbean islands at 185 mph and caused some of the worst damage ever recorded.

In Barbuda, several reports stated that 95 percent of the properties suffered some type of damage. Then, other reports stated that, "More that 60 percent of Puerto Rico was without power."

The Governor of Florida then said that this current storm, Irma, "is life-threatening." So, over 6 million people were ordered to leave their homes.

Therefore, we have suffered a lot with these horrendous storms. So, I hope and pray that everyone that was affected by these storms will be okay. Now, in reference to Co-op City, you might be surprised to learn that we have some flood zones right here. So, we have some work to do.

A Known Flood Zone Do you want to see if you live near a possible flood zone? If yes, then please go online to FEMA's website by typing in: region2coastal.com. Then, scroll down and type in your address. So, if you type in an address around Co-op City Boulevard, you'll see that some areas are in a flood zone. For instance, if you type in any address on Bellamy Loop, you'll see that a flood zone exists in that area. Therefore, we need to make some plans to protect this community from a possible major flood.

Disaster Scams Every 6 years, the National Hurricane Center rotates a scheduled list of names for upcoming hurricanes. Then, some crooks will immediately go online and create a website using that name. Next, they will try to get donations as soon as that hurricane hits.

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina hit Louisiana and other places. So, many people had to go on their roofs to get

rescued. Shortly afterwards, a man created a website and stated that he was a pilot seeking to rescue people from their roofs. Then, he said that he needed money for fuel. Thereafter, within 2 days, he raised $40,000.

But, the authorities checked out his story and found out that he was actually living in Florida.

Texas was just hit with a catastrophic hurricane.

And, now, residents are getting calls from phony companies demanding payment for flood premiums.

Then, as you can imagine, some crooks are using high-pressure tactics on the phone and via email to get people to donate money.

It gets worse. And, there's a good lesson to learn from this next case. Sometimes scammers will go to a disaster area and start up a very, very friendly conversation with victims that were affected by a horrible storm. Then, a victim will talk about their losses.

"I lost my home, my car, and such-and-such." Then, armed with information from this victim, heartless scammers will steal the victim's identity and file for benefits before the victim files.

Bottom line: We're getting hit with disastrous hurricanes right now. And, scammers are going crazy trying to get people to donate money to their fraudulent websites and their phony charities. So, please do not be surprised if your phone is ringing more than usual.

Therefore, please consider screening your calls so that you will not be bombarded with nonsense from vicious scammers.

Garage Safety There have been some recent reports about vehicles getting scratched, bumped, and damaged by other vehicles in our garages. In one garage, someone allegedly drove their vehicle in a reckless manner and damaged another vehicle. So, naturally, the vehicle owners were upset.

In another case, a vehicle was damaged in separate incidents at two different garages. Therefore, the vehicle owner thought that they were being targeted. So, they relocated their vehicle.

Then, in another incident, a cooperator reported that their vehicle along with a few other vehicles received a few scratches in another

garage.

Then, some time ago, a cooperator sent photos to me of a brand new car in one of our garages without tires. Additionally, there have been cases of brand new cars that were stolen from some of our garages.

For instance, a cooperator bought a brand new beautiful car and parked it in one of our garages. And, within one week, that car was gone.

Bottom line: It's very expensive to buy a vehicle, pay for insurance, gasoline, and other items to keep it running. So, it's heartbreaking to go outside and see that your vehicle was damaged. Therefore, I want to encourage everyone to please drive carefully and look out for other vehicles. Also, please follow the signs in our garages and park your vehicle in a proper manner. Lastly, please call Public Safety at 718-671-3050 if you see something that looks suspicious in our garages. Thanks.

Lock Those Doors Recently, a few apartments were burglarized here.

So, please make sure that you have good locks on your doors. Also, please make sure that you lock both locks when you leave your apartment. Finally, please be careful because it's possible that some of these break-ins might have been from people in the same building.

Close There are a lot of phony charities that pop up whenever a disaster occurs. So, please make sure that you do your research before donating your money to any group. 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.

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Building 21 Association THINK TANK at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:30 p.m. This is where we listen and discuss your ideas and empower each and every shareholder in CO-OP City. THINK TANK at Building 21 is where we develop your ideas in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of The B Section. ALL are welcome. Come and bring a friend with you. Be a part of something to change your life and the lives of others for the better.

21 Association inquiries EMAIL: 21association@gmail.com. CALL 347-504-1821. ATTEND the monthly meetings which are held every 4th Thursday in the Gathering Room in the rear of the B-section at 7 p.m. FYI, all monies collected (i.e., Annual Dues, etc.) are turned in to our treasurer and installed in the association’s bank account. Next and first meeting of the fiscal year, September 28th, 2017.

21 Association Rewards Points Program is back Hello, 21’ers!!! Hello, shareholders!!! Want a chance to win valuable prizes? Here is how you can win big by simply being involved.

• We are going above and beyond to make your involvement in the association fun and exciting.

Note: Any shareholder of CO-OP City is eligible to be a paid member of the Building 21 Association. A member is a shareholder who has paid their annual (once a year) $5 dues to the building association.

The rewards points are for all 21 Association members, BUT NOT 21 ASSOCIATION BOARD MEMBERS. The idea came from our own Rose C. Reyes and was developed in a round table discussion at Think Tank.

1. SHOW UP ON TIME FOR ASSOCIATION MEETINGS (i.e., once a month) Earn 1 point • MEETINGS START AT 7:00 P.M. ( after 7:30

p.m., NO points will be issued) • YOU MUST STAY FOR THE ENTIRETY OF THE MEETING. 2. BRING A NEW SHAREHOLDER OR NEIGHBOR WHO SIGNS UP AS A PAID MEMBER • THE NEW PAID MEMBER (NEIGHBOR/ SHAREHOLDER EARNS A POINT ALSO…) Earn 1 point 3. SERVE ON A COMMITTEE • HOSPITALITY (i.e., commitment and follow through is a must) • CLEAN-UP • DECORATING ( i.e., seasonal ) • COMMITTEE THAT YOU CREATE Earn 1 point • (Must be acceptable by the Board Members and Charter Members of The 21 Association) 4. ATTEND “THINK TANK” • BRING YOUR IDEAS AND A FRIEND Earn 1 point 5. BECOME A FLOOR CAPTAIN • Must be active and assigned and certified by your building association 6. At the end of the fiscal year (September June), the shareholder with the most points wins!!

Each point will be issued at the building association meetings or gatherings only, no exceptions…

• Points will be issued on individual cards and is the responsibility of YOU, The Member, to keep track of your points.

Now ask yourself, what YOU are doing for your community, to help make it better. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals A FORCE FOR GOOD. See you around the neighborhood!

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Director’s Viewpoint

Shareholders’ Chance To Be Heard

Leslie Peterson “You must never be fearful about what you do when it's right.” —Rosa Parks In last week’s Co-op City Times, shareholders were advised of the upcoming Town Hall Meeting to be held on Saturday, September 23 (time to be announced). Please check the Co-op City Times this week for updated information. Shareholders have been requesting a meeting to discuss their feelings regarding the “Memo of Donation” of the waterfront property. This meeting is the first opportunity shareholders have to voice their sentiments to directors and the community at-large on that topic.

In an effort to provide an opportunity for all shareholders to attend and participate, it is being held on the weekend. Shareholders have approached me, voicing their concerns and showing me articles about locations where the city has leased and/or purchased private property. This is your chance to be heard. More beneficial to Co-op City, I believe, is NYC reciprocating our expenditures by building a Youth Center.

Almost everyone is familiar with the phrase, “Each One Teach One.” Empowerment through knowledge allows us all to become stronger. I am currently in discussions with Councilman Andy King's office to assist us in developing, organizing and facilitating training for all Co-op City Sections and/or associations interested in attaining 501(c)3 (non-profit) status. We want these sessions facilitated by lawyers so I am conferring with the councilman’s office to obtain legal assistance for a series of 1-4 workshops on the requirements and application process necessary when requesting non-profit status.

This is the first step to approval of an application for discretionary funds from NYC and donations from other corporations. Workshops will be offered weekday evenings for designated representatives. The focus and benefit of this initiative will be to enhance the quality of services in our community and to

engage and empower all our neighbors by allowing groups to solicit funding for a variety of community activities. Due to the election season, discussions will resume after November. Workshops will also include information on completing paperwork for discretionary funds.

I have seen articles regarding the apathy our community exhibits when it comes to our Board elections. I have read about the cooperative spirit and reenforcing the concept of “shareholder” vs. “tenant.”

Part of that cooperative spirit is listening to your peers/constituents and including their concerns in your decision-making process. Case in point. Several years ago at an open Board meeting, both before I was on the Board and after becoming a Board member, I heard the community state they wanted directional signs indicating where buildings are located and addresses. Something seemingly so simple. Yet when time after time things of this nature are overlooked, it apparently sends a message. What I hear: “They are going to do what they want to do anyway so why should I bother?” In my opinion, this breeds indifference and lack of interest. Let’s work on that!

I was not going to mention this again, however I recently read something that is the epitome of Draconian, described in Merriam Webster as “a punitive measure/punishment that is overly harsh in relativity to the crime or transgression. Normally done for the purpose of making an example for others to deter them from doing the same. Also issued out of fear/anger by an authority. I will not be attending the Board development program and as a volunteer member of the Board of Directors will not submit a confirmed conflict or just cause as dictated in a resolution being proposed. On August 29, 2017, I sent an email message to my fellow Board directors that stated: “I will reiterate the training is important and should be done yearly as things change and new members come on board but don't agree with the weekend hotel stay. Don't know how the date was selected, but due to several circumstances I am unable to attend.” That was my submission and it will suffice as I don’t feel compelled to divulge whether

my absence is health, family or fun-related. Similar to the session held in the Board room in 2013, last year, we reviewed the same documents, By-laws, Resolutions and NYS Corporate By-Laws. Nothing wrong with that, refreshers are always a good thing, but it didn’t require a weekend stay along with overtime payment for the weekend to employees for room and board. What I do see happening are missed opportunities at team development and cohesiveness.

After the money spent for last year’s session penned as “team building,” in my opinion the slate went back to their neutral corners and proceeded to function, “business as usual.” Your dollars at work.

The issue, as I have stated before, is not whether there is a need to hold Board development sessions, but rather, does it require a weekend stay at a hotel.

Answering a recent “letter to the editor,” I do not know the cost of last year’s session (inclusive of amenities and employee payment). I requested a breakdown of the costs of several events during Board meetings and email transmissions. A professional document detailing all costs, I reiterate all costs was never received. I recently requested a resolution to help rectify this issue along with a prototype excel spreadsheet. As a result of scheduled vacations, I am awaiting a response and will follow up shortly.

Throughout the city, many communities are in election mode and ours is no exception. Last weekend, a softball game was held at the Co-op City Little League field. The event was hosted by a very charismatic Assemblyman Marcos Crespo, chair of the Bronx County Democratic Committee. There were politicians from throughout the city, not just those representing Co-op City. Unfortunately a no show at the rally held on September 7th, the Mayor appeared at the softball game. Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. coached team Yankee Dems for the day. Yankee Dems Won! I am always interested in hearing your thoughts. I can be reached by mail at: Leslie Peterson, Riverbay Board Director, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bx, NY 10475; Tel. @ 718-320-1370, or e-mail at lpeterson@riverbayboard.com

Section 4 Partnership Celebration of Us/Thank you dinner We had a marvelous time and turnout last Friday evening. It was our Celebration of Us/Thank you dinner given by the president of the Section 4 Partnership for all of its members and volunteers to the 1st Annual Ice Cream Social. This was well deserved by a phenomenal team. There was a wonderful hot buffet and for dessert, a delicious cake baked by our own Eleanor Bailey and, of course, it was topped by a choice of three flavors of ice cream!

The Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City The Section 4 Partnership is comprised of every building in CO-OP City that make up the sectional geographic which is referred to as CO-OP City’s Section 4 (i.e., Building 20 - Asch Loop, Building 21 - Bellamy Loop, Building 22 - Co-op City Boulevard, Buildings 23, 24, 25 - Benchley Place, the Adler Place Town-

houses and the Broun Place Townhouses). The Partnership meets every Friday 7:30 - 8:30 in “The Gathering Room” in the rear lobby of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop). Come and get involved. Email: section4partnership@gmail.com.

Phone: 347-915-4939.

Section 4 Partnership Mission Statement The Section 4 Partnership’s purpose is to promote a community of more than just neighbors, but as one family of many cultures, that proactively embraces greatness, and promotes neighborhood interaction.

The goal of the organization is to offer solutions that will educate, elevate, inspire, and mobilize our community in unity, to sustain affordability and growth in order to remain environmentally sound and vibrant for generations to come.

—Michelle Marbury

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Building 19 Association Hello, Building 19 family. I hope everyone had an opportunity to enjoy the summer. Like students resuming school after a two-month break, the Building 19 Association is getting back to business this month after a much-needed time-off.

Due to the Primary Election, the Steering Committee meeting scheduled for September 12 has been rescheduled for next Tuesday, September 19 at 7:30 p.m. The general meeting will still be held on Friday, September 29 at 7 p.m. I encourage everyone to come to either one or both meeting so you not only know what’s going on in your community,

Rivers Run Community Garden We invite the community to join us when, back by popular demand, Bomba y Plena returns to the Rivers Run Community Garden, Sunday, October 1 (time to be announced). National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15-October 15 and this event will illuminate the bridge of cultures with sounds of the islands and the African-Spanish and Taino cultures. This event involves movement and audience participation. Be sure to bring your drums, maracas, tambourines or handclapping.

Light refreshments served, but bring a dish if you wish. Most importantly, come and join the celebration.

Everyone is definitely very excited about being part of the Bronx Hot Sauce business story this year.

We appreciate Bronx Green-up’s assistance throughout the season. Can you believe we have evolved from barely growing a handful of Serrano peppers for the Bronx Hot Sauce makers to currently delivering about 25 lbs.? Again, we have to thank Vivian Burrus for spearheading this project.

We hope to have some of the Bronx Hot Sauce for sale at the Bomba event.

October will be filled with various fun-filled events. Keep checking back for dates and times.

Coming soon is the annual visit from 4th graders of PS 153. Thanks to Annice Bailey, we have perfected Garden Bingo, an informative fun activity. We can always use volunteers and game concepts. If your group is interested in visiting Rivers Run Community Garden, the contact information is included below.

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

Rivers Run Community Garden is a movement towards improved mental and physical health. We provide all types of workshops including nutrition, meditation, edible and medicinal wilds identification, planting, building and crafting. We are the outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares as well as residents and neighbors. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit. Stay. Experience us.

Important dates (All are welcome) • Saturday, Sept. 16th – Membership meeting • Sunday, October 1st – Bomba y Plana (Drumming and Dancing) Rivers Run is open: • Tuesdays, 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. (or until dusk) • Wednesdays & Fridays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

• Saturdays & Sundays, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds.

Members who are actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

Contact info: To schedule your volunteer hours for September, please email jam239@aol.com and rivers_run@yahoo.com. If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801.

—Leslie Peterson

but also play a role to improve it though the association.

For those who missed our last general meeting on June 23rd, here are the highlights of the event: Father’s Day Raffle: One-hundred-and-fourteen dollars were collected through the raffle.

Nzingha Adimu won the prize ($50 worth of scratch-off tickets). Congratulations!

Unclaimed Funds: Venencia Fernandez of the New York State Comptroller’s Office spoke about the state having $14 billion in unclaimed funds and how individuals can find out if they have money

owed to them. Ms. Fernandez also did an onsite search for association members to see if they had any unclaimed funds. For more information about unclaimed funds, visit the state comptroller’s office website at www.osc.state.ny.us.

50/50 Raffle: Lillie Hall won the $16 pot of money, half of which went to the association. Congratulations!

Don’t forget to mark your calendar for our Steering Committee and general meetings for this month.

I look forward to see everyone there.

—Leon Tulton

Spanish-American Community Club Please join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month at 8:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome!

Our next meeting will take place on October 12th in room 16 of the Dreiser Community Center.

On behalf of our president, Alfonso Gonzalez, the Board of Directors, and the Executive Board, we would like to welcome back all our members. We hope you had a wonderful summer.

Members and friends enjoyed a great day at ‘El Batey,’ hosted by the Cultural Committee, on July 23rd. Many thanks to all those who joined us and donated food and supplies.

Upcoming events At our last general membership meeting on September 7th, the Scholarship Board of Trustees presented the Tony Mondesire Scholarship Awards.

Congratulations to this year’s recipients: Felix Cruz (Cornell University), Justin Cruz (Drexel University), Devin Delvalle (New York Institute of Technology), Yvonne K. Hartridge (Corning Community College) and Bryan Rosado (Molloy College).

On Sunday, September 24th, beginning at 1:00 p.m., the Cultural Committee and Riverbay Fund will co-sponsor ‘Hispanic Heritage Day’ in the Dreiser Loop Auditorium. Folkloric groups representing the Dominican Republic, Honduras, Mexico and Puerto Rico, along with other talented dancers, will be performing for all our attendees. This event will be FREE and refreshments will be provided.

Please join us in celebrating the musical contributions of the Hispanic culture. Additional details are

available on our website.

Our ‘Social Friday’ get-togethers will return on September 29th at 7:00 p.m. in the club room. Wear your ‘guayabera’.

On Saturday, October 21st, the club will host the annual Halloween Party. Costumes are encouraged.

More information will be available soon.

The Cultural and Social Committees will be cohosting this year’s Christmas celebration on Saturday, December 16th. We are pleased to announce that live music will be provided by the world famous Orquesta Broadway and former El Gran Combo member Charlie Donato y Son Ideal. DJ Salsero will be spinning tunes and providing ‘música típica.’

Tickets are available for $35 in advance. Contact Al Gonzalez at 347-249-3403. Details can be found on the flyer on our website.

A warm welcome to our newest members: Alberto & Daisy Cartagena, Leon & Mary Suarez, Jessica & Luis Rojas, Xiomara Rojas, Jesus Lopez & Angelina Ortiz, Noel Ellison and Maria Reyes.

Membership renewal dues for the coming year are now being accepted. Dues are $30 per household.

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Public Safety – (Continued from p. 7) something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

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.

September is known as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, Cholesterol Awareness month as well as Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month. This is a good opportunity to learn about disabilities or conditions that may affect your friends, family members or neighbors. It is also a good opportunity to schedule a full physical examination with cholesterol testing and other tests recommended by your physician. Knowledge is power, the more you learn the stronger you become. Public Safety will be assisting the NAACP with a collection of items for Hurricane Harvey victims in. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety will have a collection box set up at our base located at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

New York City Department of Corrections will be transporting the collected items to Texas. Only new items are being accepted. Items being collected are personal care products (including feminine hygiene products, soap, shampoo, brushes, combs and toothbrushes), disposable baby diapers (all sizes), cases of bottled water, non-perishable canned foods, cots and air mattresses.

Public Safety Blotter September 5 – Earhart Townhouses A male was arrested after breaking a townhouse window and entering the location. CCPD units arrived on scene and found the male within.

He was placed under arrest and charged accordingly.

September 6 – Broun Townhouses A male was arrested at this location after an investigation revealed that he had removed janitorial equipment from the building without permission. CCPD Detectives placed the individual under arrested charging him with several offenses including criminal possession of stolen property.

September 6 – 163 Einstein Loop CCPD officers assisted a male who was apparently intoxicated and became combative. The individual was transported to a local hospital for treatment.

September 7 – 100 Alcott Place A male reported that his cell phone was forcibly removed by three males. A short time later, another teen returned the phone to the victim’s mother. This matter is still under investigation.

September 9 – 140 Einstein Loop A male was issued a summons for disorderly conduct after he was involved in a dispute with employees from the supermarket.

When walking in the Parking Garages, please do not walk down the center of the aisle. Keep to the side, and stay aware of your surroundings.

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Building 27 Association Greetings, neighbor. The summer is over so soon, hope all enjoyed it. Are you enjoying our beautiful flowers, trees and landscape of nature? Thank our gardeners who do a splendid job of tending to our grounds.

THE AARPNY – is sponsoring the Shredder Truck today, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 140 Erskine Pl. in the Circle located in Section 5. Bring your documents and they will be shredded until the truck is full.

Please remember Texas, Florida and all those who have suffered such devastation with our prayers, volunteering and donations Association – General meeting will be Thursday, September 21, at 7 p.m. Come ready for new ideals.

50/50 raffles and light refreshments.

Game Night – is Friday, September 29, 7 to 9 p.m.

Lite snacks to enjoy.

Please join us on a delightful bus outing to the MOHEGAN SUN CASINO in Connecticut on Friday, October 20. Price $40, $10 slot rebate and $15 meal voucher or Free buffet. NO REFUNDS. Bus will leave 9 a.m. SHARP from Einstein Loop Community Center. RETURN DROP OFF at Dreiser by H&R Block, Asch Loop by library and Einstein Center.

Note: PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED ON Wednesday, September 27, 4 to 7 p.m. in the lobby of Bldg. 27C to hold your seat. Checks or money orders may be mailed to Ms. Lillian Sumpter, 140 Erdman Pl. Apt. 6D, Bronx, NY 10475. If any questions, please contact Margie at 718-379-4629 or Sharon at 718-671-1905 (from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.).

Happy birthday to all celebrating during this month. We extend our sympathy and condolences to those who have lost a loved one. Please share with the Sunshine Committee, Ms. Lydia Rondon, by call-

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Shareholders Are Talking About Bellamy Basketball Court Director’s Viewpoint

sibilities of Board of Directors, presented by C&B Czarnowski & Beer LLP – Riverbay Corporation Structure: 1. Roles of Officers, 2. By-Laws, 3.

Board Committees, presented by Smith, Buss & Jacobs, LLP. Lunch - Role Play Exercise. Board A shareholder challenged us to look at any basMeeting: 1. Resolutions – Directives for Board busiketball court in Co-op City and you will see that ness meetings. 2. Roberts Rules of Order, presented there are new fiberglass backboards with the proper

by Smith, Buss and Jacobs LLP – Certification and post system. Accordingly, the children love playing Licensing, presented by Gail Badger (former Maron good equipment. Then, according to the shareion Scott employee) – Dinner. Sunday, Breakfast holder, you come over to Bellamy Loop and examine Buffet, Google Drive PRESENTATION; Internal the quality of the basketball post and metal backAudit PRESENTATION. Election of Board presiboards that were placed on this multi-million dollar dent. Takeaways: Analysis of the Self-Assessment – project. This shareholder wonders how the New York Updated Do’s and Don’ts Goals.

Knicks would feel playing on such a backboard In my opinion, the aforementioned agenda does when they come up here for their clinics. Additionnot warrant such harsh repercussions as suggested ally, the shareholder believes the lighting system, by a shareholder. I attended last year and don’t recall electronic scoreboards planters and blackboard sysanything specific implemented resulting from the tem may not be up to par. In addition, if it rains, weekend. In my opinion, the power leadership posiyou’ll see ponding and birdbaths on the surface. tions and appointments remained the same based on Hunter Avenue “slate” loyalty. I recall C&B Czarnowski & Beer LLP Another concerned shareholder invited me and had some good suggestions that evidently have not asks that other directors drive by and observe the yet been implemented. fencing. Apparently, one could not escape in case of Quid Pro Quo: Waterfront Property In an emergency in one section of the fencing. This Exchange For???? shareholder complained that she hardly sees anyone This director has no personal problems with any working on the terrace. A question is how long will director. However, I will never, ever, agree to exchange it take for this project to be completed?

LAND for what shareholders’ tax dollars and grants Upcoming Board Retreat can pay for. It doesn’t matter what happened in the past, A shareholder is suggesting that “persons be my ancestors paid a price in this State of New York in banned from serving on the board” if they “feel particular, for US to be able to live on these 300-plus they have nothing to learn from the experience of acres. (Read Apidta’s – The Hidden History of New the upcoming ‘retreat’.” FYI, the Conference York). Additionally, I personally represent an “ethnic Agenda last year was: Friday, Registration and group” that has lost more land, especially farm land, Reception – Dinner. Saturday – Breakfast Buffet, with perhaps the exception of Native Americans Welcome - General Overview of Roles and Responthan other ethnic groups. That said, please come out

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Donations requested: • Non-Perishable Canned Foods •Water • Clothing (New) • Disposable Diapers (All Sizes) • Soap, Shampoo, Brushes, Combs, Toothbrushes • First Aid Supplies, Analgesic Medications • Infant, Toddler And Children Clothing • Underwear (All Sizes, Both Gender) •Feminine Hygiene Products • Socks, Knit Hats, Coats and Jackets (All Sizes) • Air Mattresses/Cots • Paper Goods (Spoons, Plates, Forks, Knives, Bowls) • Anything You Bring In Any Size Will Be Donated Deadline for donations: October 10. Drop-off at the branch.

General Meeting General Meeting to be held on September 17th at 3 p.m. at Einstein Loop Community Center, rm. #36. Please bring a friend.

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History On September 11, 2001, 19 militants associated with the Islamic extremist group al-Qaeda hijacked four airliners and carried out suicide attacks against targets in the United States. Two of the planes were flown into the towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, a third plane hit the Pentagon just outside Washington, D.C., and the fourth plane crashed in a field in Pennsylvania. Often referred to as 9/11, the attacks resulted in extensive death and destruction, triggering major U.S. initiatives to combat terrorism and defining the presidency of George W. Bush.

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to the Town Hall Meeting to hear “what the deal is” with the Memorandum of Donation (MOD) that the Board majority has approved.

Many thanks to a shareholder who suggested we use OUR LAND to extend our community garden.

An idea is to grow some of our own organic food on our own land. This would really move us into the 21st Century.

Again, attend the Town Hall meeting, and let your voices be heard.

Congratulations, Clarmont Neighborhood Centers, Inc. A colleague is sponsoring the activation of a nationally respected program called “Restorative Justice.” All over the United States, this is an effective alternative to the traditional forms of discipline practiced in our justice and schools system. Reportedly, throughout the United States, wholistically, communities, residents, schools, police, youth serving organizations youth and their families are using creative ways to provide an equitable alternative for dealing with negative behavior in our schools and communities. Hopefully, the largest housing development in the USA (Co-op City) will do more with shareholders’ money like building a Youth/Community Center, replace elevators, terraces and complete the basketball court for our youth and the list goes on!

College Fair: Save The Date Please help spread the word! Saturday, October 7, Dreiser Loop Auditorium. See flyer for details.

Continue to share your concerns so that together we can make the best better.

Yours in Truth & Service, contact Evelyn M. Turner, LCSW, 917-324-1033, 718-320-8088 or eturner@riverbayboard.com.

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Building 9 Association Greetings.

"Let the work I've done, speak for me..."

My phone bank partner and fellow cooperator, Vickie Owens, has negotiated with Mr. Hugo Valdez of 'Juice Bar' in Dreiser Mall to offer a daily 10% discount to Co-op City Seniors. That is community activism at its best, working for you.

As you know, I serve as an executive board member of CU4ML, an organization that has as its Mission Statement the preservation and protection of MitchellLama cooperatives. The CU4ML executive board convened on Thursday, September 14th. Our guest speakers were Mark Colon from NYS DHCR and Jonah Lee from NYC HDC. I will discuss the outcome of those presentations at our meeting on Thursday, September 21st.

Many of you contacted me about the long exit line in Garage #2 on September 5th. There was an issue with transient parking payments causing the delay.

At the September 5th Buildings & Grounds meeting, we discussed the unacceptability of community littering. There is an excessive amount of littering on our grounds. The benchmark of upscale communities like Riverdale is the absence of litter on the street. The residents in these urban areas recognize the uniqueness of their community and they manifest their pride by keeping their communities in pristine condition. We have trash cans throughout our community.

Please use them. Keep Co-op City clean.

The Democratic 'Get out the Vote Rally' in Dreiser Auditorium on 9/7 was

well attended.

The Genealogy Workshop on 9/9 was quite informative.

The Democratic BBQ and baseball game at the Little League Field on 9/10 was well attended with good food and good music.

Thank you to our neighbors and fellow poll workers for taking your civic duty seriously on September 12th.

September 15th was the 2nd Community Appreciation Day in honor of our First Responders at the Little League Baseball Field.

The Section Two Alliance has our classic 'Straight Out of Co-op City' t-shirts available for purchase. The colors are purple, light blue and black. Contact me with your size and color preference. The sales proceeds will go toward funding our 2018 Section Two Alliance - Summer Family Fun Day event.

Texas still needs volunteers and financial donations. They state they are better able to assess and acquire what is needed. Reverend Que has forwarded the following information to one of our building presidents: "They need 1,000 volunteers to assist with Hurricane Harvey victims. Flight, lodging and meals fully paid for. They just need 1-4 weeks commitment. Please email us at info@shnintl.org if you are interested and we will send you necessary documentation."

Young people, pay attention. Fools create chaos and disharmony; leaders forge alliances. Perceived power does not change you. It reveals who you really are. "When they go low, we go high." –Michelle Obama —Linda Collins

Broun Place Townhouse Association News from Broun Place this week – Remember 9/11 represents a world loss.

Only together will we conquer hate. Last week, a tiding celebrating former resident, Dorith Powell, based on an unsigned letter which was included. In the future, only signed letters will be published.

It has been an unforgettable hurricane season, Harvey and Irma, the monsters; Jose and Katia missing our mainland. With regard to Harvey, the Houston Food Bank and Houston SPCA are among the recommended trusted agencies receiving donations. Irma covered all of Florida and more, so we gave again to the American Red Cross.

Beware of anyone coming to your door, identifying themselves as “census takers.” Report the incident to Public Safety. Our neighbor reports people rang the bell in the evening and wanted to come in and investigate the premises. Do not let them in.

Litter is burying Co-op City. We have to alert our politicians to take action and have areas under and around I-95, behind Stop and Shop and other bordering streets cleaned up! Phone calls to 3-1-1 don’t seem to help. We have to make an all-out effort, personal and public.

The first meeting of the new season is September 21, in Bartow CC, rm.

28, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. This is an election meeting. To be nominated, you need to be a member of the association and in good standing in Co-op City. What happened to the new signage that was to be accomplished to the town house clusters and buildings? We will have followed up on this issue at the Buildings and Grounds Meeting, Tuesday, September 5.

Broun Place needs a neighbor to attend the “Section 4 Partnership” meetings.

Please let us know if you are interested. These meetings have been held on Friday evenings. None of our executive members have been available on Fridays.

Thank you to Public Safety especially Lieutenant Apollo for assisting in controlling a Bartow traffic problem. Please abide by the rules in the Bartow Parking Lot. Regarding tot-Lots, they are for “lil” people. There are areas for bigger children. We are not going to let our family friendly community be subject to bullying in the tot-lots. “If you see something, say something;” call Public Safety: 718-

Building 32 Association Our first meeting of the new season will take place on October 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Our meeting room is in Building 32B, first floor rear. Our special guest will be announced shortly. Our meetings are generally no longer than 90 minutes, and they occur once every two months. It is important for us to remain a viable organization and it cannot be done without you.

Our guests impart important information which is different than what you hear from your neighbors. Be aware of what is happening around you. Your presence can make a difference.

—Lorna Smith

Building 22 A&B Association Summer is over. Hope everyone had a wonderful time. Our first building meeting is September 25 at 7 p.m. in the association room on the first floor “B” side. Come join us and bring your ideas for the new year.

Volunteers will be in the lobby to collect dues for 2017/2018. We are remembering the September 11 tower attacks and its victims. Our prayers go out to the Hurricane Harvey and Irma survivors.

Happy birthday to all for August, July and September months. Our sympathies to all who lost a loved one. Pray for the sick and shut-ins. If you see something, say something.

—Betty Leak

671-3050.

Phone scams include one representing the Police Officers Benevolent Association; he says, “You don’t have to donate now, we will send you a letter…” The PBA does not do phone solicitations! Then there’s, “You qualify for a reduction in your interest rate, press #2 to speak to a rep.” Don’t do it!

Chihuly at the Botanical Garden till October 30 is a winner, don’t miss it.

Remember, check your convectors before going away. Please contact us with tidings and issues. School has begun, please be alert and put away your phone when crossing the street. Continue to enjoy our beautiful parks and walk areas.

Remember, Thursday, September 21, room 28, 7 p.m., first association meeting!

—Eva Lazaar

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Director’s Viewpoint

Town Hall And Board Development

Deborah Jenkins The Board President has announced that a Town Hall has been scheduled, as promised, for September 23, 2017. At this writing, I am unsure of the time but I cannot stress how important it is that as many cooperators as possible are available to voice your opinion regarding the Memorandum of Donation.

As both a Board member and cooperator, I am dismayed that the announcement was placed in last week's Co-op City Times without being told or asked by the President if all Board members would be available at this time. When I inquired of the President the very same, the response was a quotation from our ByLaws which states in Article II, Section 2 that Special Meetings of shareholders can be called for any purpose(s) at any time by the President. Yes, the By-Laws do state this, but that was never a question for debate; it was a question of courtesy to colleagues.

While I believe that each of the 15-member Board of Directors has every right to vote for the land giveaway or vote against it, I do not believe that by sched-

uling a meeting without finding out if all Board members would be available is what's best for the community.

I am against this proposed land giveaway and will go into greater detail next week, but what is critically important is that each of you come out and ask the hard questions and voice your opinions in any way you decide. Being present is what is most important.

The Board president asked the full Board in early August if we would be available to attend the October Board Development Weekend. To be sure, in my opinion, the fate of giving away 2.28 acres of land to the City of New York and thus forever changing our community's landscape, the Town Hall would seem to take precedence over the Board Development Weekend.

I have a 25-year history of starting not-for-profit organizations, developing Board By-Laws, recruiting Board members and arranging/providing Board Development Training. I am a Trustee on one of the largest not-for-profits in the world which provides micro-loans to entrepreneurs. We are a multi-billion dollar organization. Board training is imperative to our ability to operate optimally as it is here at the Riverbay Corporation. In my opinion, $10K is not excessive for a multi-million dollar corporation's

Board. However, the agenda the President shared in her President's Report two weeks ago listed the same items that were discussed at last year's training.

I gained extensive knowledge last year and this is perfect for new Board directors. I will not be attending this year's weekend because other responsibilities demand my time. Again, this is apparently an Article II, Section 2 adherence as the full Board was not queried as to possible discussion topics to ensure that we are able to be the best Board around. If asked, I certainly could have suggested webinars as are done for Board Development in private, government and not-for-profit sectors across a myriad of subjects to enhance performance. Because of the sheer volume of potential business that would come from a corporation of this size, I believe many providers would donate their time as did one of the training providers last year. I, along with every Board director, am a volunteer member of the Board and count it not robbery giving my time for our community, but I just can't choose repetition over other demands on my time for this development weekend.

I appreciate all of you who reach out to me and encourage you to continue. I can be reached at (718) 644-0951 or via email at djenkins@riverbayboard.com.

Drammeh Center

African-American Association

A special kudos to those who came out to our Genealogy Lunch and Learn Workshop.

With plenty to talk about, including performing live searches online, we went into a onehour overtime! We are happy to say that our work is bearing some dynamic results. Our budding network continues with one-on-one sessions with a seasoned genealogy researcher of three decades, Iman Drammeh. If you are interested in having a genealogy research session for a group or individual sessions, please send us a line at DrammehCenter@gmail.com. The individual sessions, “Telling Your Story,” teaches how to shoot, narrate and edit your family story using digital media. A great gift for the holidays!

The Drammeh Center would like to say congratulations to the organizers of Co-op City's premier Black Carpet Fashion Show during fashion week - the brainchild of Deborah C. Nelson, our colleague and vice president of the African American Association.

It’s time for another stage play. “Whistle in Mississippi: The Lynching of Emmett Till” is coming to Co-op. Shades of Truth Theatre Company is bringing this production for one day, Sunday, October 15th. Tickets are available now. Tickets will go fast!! You can get a head start now by going to Eventbrite.com or contact the African American Association.

The African American Association is looking for like-minded volunteers to help with some of our programs and committees. If you are interested in the development of your community through a structured organization, please contact us.

If you are familiar with the Principles of Kwanza, we are looking to implement these principles year round. It is time we begin to put our words into action.

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

Acting Classes – Children’s and Adult classes are available.

Contact: Meca Talent. For more information, call us at: 646-3734122.

Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. For a nominal fee, you will have fun and stay in shape.

For more information, call Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Children’s Programs – For information about the after school program, call 718-379-5555.

Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, Room #2. Also 1 st and 3rd Tuesdays in Einstein section #5 Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

Music, Rhythm & Dance – Most Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15; most Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Classes on Tuesday, 7:15 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques.

For more information, call 718-671-8364.

Yoga And Zumba – Classes on Saturday start at 9:30 in Dreiser Center, room #2.

—Kevin Lambright

Attendees Linda Collins and Bridget Bonepart viewing a deed of manumission.

The committee worked hard and it showed. A special shout-out to the fabulous DJ Ordinary Tea who has superpowers of knowing exactly what to play! Please remember his name.

Celebrate With Us: Our 25th Anniversary next July 7 – 12, 2018 on a 5-night cruise through the North Atlantic Ocean corridor, with activists, supporters, artists, entrepreneurs, healers, interfaith and cultural workers to honor those lost in the Middle Passage.

Join us for a libation at sunrise and memorial at sea – 400 nautical miles off the coast of Bermuda to say “Thank You” to our ancestors. *Note: Prices are subject to change without notice. We encourage you to reserve as early as possible, as costs will increase according to availability. For information, email: LUTT2018@gmail.com. LIKE US on our Facebook page, facebook.com/DrammehInstitute. P.O. Box 558, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

—Elise Edwards

JASA Notary Hours JASA’s Notary Hours are as follows: • 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 34, every Tuesday and first, second and third Wednesday of the month, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

• JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, 4th Wednesday of the month, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

• 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 13, 4th Thursday of the month, 11 a.m.

– 2 p.m.

For additional information, please contact JASA at 929-3991394.

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Black Forum Defensive Driving On Hiatus The Black Forum defensive driving course will be on hiatus until Saturday, October 14, 8:50 a.m. – 3 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 1. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license.

Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “The Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class, but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Please also bring your current driver’s license and a pen. Call (718) 320-8035.

Black Forum Aerobics and Zumba Get in shape, get healthy and feel healthy. Body by Andrea’s aerobics classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursday. Classes are in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035.

Nominal fee for each class.

Trip to Harrah’s Casino Join the Black Forum at Harrah’s Casino in Chester, PA, Saturday, Sept.

23. Bus leaving from Dreiser Center, 9 a.m.; Asch Loop at 9:30 a.m. and Section 5 at 9:45 a.m. Casino rebate: $30

slot play. Donation is $45; past due. No refunds. No exceptions. For information, please call (917) 209-5334 or (718) 320-0033.

Trip to Sands Casino Join us on November 18 for a trip to the Sands Casino and shopping at outlets. Reserve your seat ASAP. Cost: $45. Boarding times, 9 a.m. (Dreiser); 9:30 a.m. (Asch Loop) and 9:45 a.m.

(Section 5). Please call (917) 209-5334 or (718) 320-0033.

Food Pantry Volunteers Needed Volunteers are needed for Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m.; and on Saturdays, 10 a.m. -12 p.m. Please call (718) 320-8035.

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

Likewise, residents of Buildings 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. Residents of all other buildings and townhouses can pick-up at Dreiser Center, room 20.

Retirees Of Dreiser Loop Travel Events: (Price includes transportation via Coach bus, located at Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Oct. 5-7 (Thurs.-Sat.) National Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington, DC. Price: double $385 pp; single $440. Double $140 pp/single $170; FINAL payment due NOW. SOLD OUT/WAIT LIST. NO REFUNDS. Includes: 1st day lunch at Phillips (Baltimore Inner Harbor); two Continental breakfasts; dinner at Golden Coral; Maryland Live Casino and shopping at Arundel Mill Outlets on 10/7. Contact: Serita G., 347-564-5722 /Barbara W., 718 3200500.

• Jan. 10-11, 2018 (Wed.-Thurs.)

“FOXWOODS RESORT CASINO.” Price: double $130 pp; single $175.

Deposit Required ASAP: double $65/single $90. FINAL/balance due: double $65/single $85 by Monday, Dec. 4. All passengers must have valid government issued ID. Contact: Serita G., 347-564-5722 /Barbara W., 718320-0500.

Theatre Committee: (Price includes van transportation from Dreiser Loop opposite rehab center): • Sept. 21st (Thurs.). St Paul Community Baptist Church, Brooklyn, NY. The MAAFA Suite is a stage presentation that takes us on a healing journey commemorating the “Great Disaster” that was slavery, aka African Holocaust. Price, $50. Performance: 7 p.m.

- 11 p.m. A few seats left. Traveling by Lorant bus, Dreiser Loop across from H&R Block. Meet/depart: 5:15/5:30 p.m. Contact: JoAnn H., 718-7109082/Sandra H., 646-319-4303.

• Sept. 28th (Thurs.). Cabaret

LULU presents “UPTOWN JAM.” For fun, fine dining & great entertainment, there’s nothing better than to Celebrate Life with Cabaret Lulu, Harlem, NY. SOLD OUT! Price: $58.

Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 917-9520861.

• Nov. 15th (Wed.). Price: $75.

Radio City Christmas show. Deposit $40 ASAP. $35 balance due by Oct. 19th. Contact: Yvonne Richardson, 718-671-8815.

Remember – Your DEPOSIT, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. ONLY a check or money order, payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP, will be accepted.

Remember – FIRST PAID/CONFIRMED SEAT on 20 seat VAN. Committee members will be available in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-3790377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m.

Good And Welfare: Those of you still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days. Call Josephine Flowers, 718- 320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Our next October and/or November Jazz up your health with a Senior SPA Day, is scheduled for Wednesday, October 11th and/or November 8th.

Come join us. Just call Claudette D, 718-379-4784 and Hattie L, 718-6718449 and leave your name, phone number, and date(s).

Hold The Date!! The RETIREES’ Holiday Luncheon will be on Thursday, December 14th at Marina del Rey. “Hello September! Thanks for the reminder that change can be beautiful!”

—Claudette Davis

Please Refrain From Littering in the Garages.

There are Several Trash Cans on Every Level For Your Convenience. Keep Co-op City Clean! Thank you!

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., rm. 20 in Dreiser Center.

Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non- or driver’s license or any

photo ID card with proof of address.

You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

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

Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com or tonyshome10475@gmail.com. Call or visit us, room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony Illis

IT

BY ANATOLIY BUDNITSKIY

IT was every bit as incredible as I hoped and imagined it to be. The original was very, very outdated and didn’t age well at all (I saw it two weeks ago). The remake made everything better, literally.

Bill Skarsagard was even a better Pennywise! He was freaking terrifying. At times, Tim Curry’s version was a joke. Curry was brilliant, but the remake definitely showed how outdated the original was. I know this opinion will be divided but yeah, I thought IT was the best horror film in years.

I have a thing against clowns, always have. The remake of IT legit terrified me around 3-4 times. The sound was on another level.

IMAX definitely elevated the suspense and the terror.

Andy Muschietti is one to look out for. He crafted a superb film. One key thing to look out for is how beautiful and rich the film looks. The cinematographer is Chung-Hoon Chung from films such as OLDBOY and THE HANDMAIDEN, so you knew you were going to see something special. Very, very gorgeous film. Another highlight for sure is the cast of The Loser’s Club, wow everyone was so, so good! My favorite was the wise-cracking, one-liner savage Finn Wolfhard from Stranger Things. He was hilarious, and I see the brightest things in his future. His comedic timing is something else. You just don’t see that nowadays from actors his age. Jaden Lieberher, the leader of the pack, had the most heartbreaking story, of course. The ending broke my heart, I was a mess. Everyone, and I mean everyone, was so good.

The music score was also incredible. One of my favorite scenes in the film was when the kids were in the garage and were watching the slides. The ending of that scene probably stole my soul. Everything hit the right mark for me.

Having said that, nothing will ever match the book. The sense of dread and gruesome acts cannot be matched from page to screen. Some things from the book are better left on the pages, in my opinion. The remake of IT made the original a thing of the past and frankly it should stay that way. It is quite rare when a horror film such as this one is as breathtaking as it was. You don’t get that these days from horror films.

IT is for everyone, fans of the original, fans of horror/intense films. One of the best films of the year, for sure. What a year in film!

IT, 2017, 135 Minutes, Rated R Andy Muschietti – Director Bill Skarsgard – Pennywise Chase Palmer and Cary Fukunaga – Writer Jaeden Lieberher – Bill Denbrough Jeremy Ray Taylor – Ben Hanscom Sophia Lillis – Beverly Marsh Finn Wolfhard – Richie Tozier Chosen Jacobs – Mike Hanlon Jack Dylan Grazer – Eddie Kaspbrak Wyatt Oleff – Stanley Uris

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Director’s Viewpoint

Pardon The Elephant In The Room

Junius Williams Come, take a little walk with me. I usually don't talk about race because, in my opinion, there are the good, the bad and the ugly in every race. Also, I was always taught to look past the color of a person's skin, to see the person within.

Because of what has transpired in the history of my people, I'm compelled to speak about two groups of people whereby, one group had total and complete domination over the other, thus, reducing them to their lowest form: "Slavery."

Reducing them to be whipped or murdered for trying to learn how to read or write; reducing them to not being allowed to vote; reducing them to going to separate and surely not equal schools; reducing them to not being able to own land, which was and still is one of our most precious commodities.

But I would be remiss if I didn't mention some of those same dominating people who realized how wrong it was and decided to push back to rectify this "inhumane" practice via the Civil War of 1861.

To this day, we barely own land because we weren't allowed to own land or anything else. In my opinion, this is the crux of many of us not appreciating the value of owning land.

I led you down this path because from an historical viewpoint, I can't fathom any reason why any-

one would give away land (especially a minority).

Land which, as of this day, we, as a people, still possess very little of...individually or collectively. In my opinion, there is and never will be a reason for any minority to give away land. With that being said, I know this community consists of many nationalities and this land belongs to all of us...regardless of race, color or creed.

In my opinion, it is unconscionable and a grave mistake by some of the Riverbay Board of Directors to propose to give away this land. Leasing it (maybe), selling it (no), giving it away, in my opinion, is just down-right unimaginable.

In my opinion, they gave you this song and dance... excuse me, a whole production on why your carrying charges had to be raised, claiming fiscal responsibility.

Oh! I'm sorry, they are proposing giving away something this time...our land to the City of New York.

Judging from the political party they had soon after the Board voted to propose donating our land away and the Mayor announcing it on News 12, it surely seemed like a done deal to me...until you (the people) started opening your eyes and speaking out.

In my opinion, land is one of the most precious commodities any group of people can own. Ask Mayor de Blasio would he ever give his land away?

Ask Management would they ever give their land away? Ask our legal advisers would they ever give away their land?

The only thing we should do with any of our land is lease it or develop it ourselves. In my opinion, even if we lease some of our land, we should do it

Building 13 Association

with great stipulations, accordingly.

Land is the only thing that's guaranteed to be here forever. So, why was this such a rush? In my opinion, the excuse that was given doesn't hold water.

Why weren't the people informed about such a bold and monumental decision? Why now and why in such a hurry that, in my opinion, it was basically rammed down the Board of Directors' throats?

They went to City Hall to get help from the Mayor regarding our onerous asbestos abatement and, as far as I am concerned, received a big fat "no." Instead, they came back with this plan to propose donating our land to the city for a park. Look around, folks, Co-op City is already a park. In fact, Co-op City is more beautiful than most parks. So, what is this really about?

Due to the lack of manpower, NYPD doesn't patrol public parks. They respond after the fact. If NYPD doesn't have the manpower, surely, CCPD doesn't have the man power.

I don't care if it's swamp land or quick sand, it's our land!

To quote Walter Lippmann, "Private property was the original source of freedom. It's still its main Bulwark."

Cooperator First/Board Director Junius Williams can be reached at 718-594-3859 or email me at jwilliams@riverbayboard.com.

P.S. There's a Town Hall meeting scheduled for 9/23/17. Please make every effort to attend and express your opinion. More information should be published in the Co-op City Times on 9/16/17.

National Council Of Negro Women

Health Fair – Save the date, Saturday, September 23, for our 8th Annual Community Reminder: Help our community Recycle, Reduce and Re-Use – Health Fair. The fair will take place in room 4, Dreiser Community Center from 1 p.m. – Earth Day is every day!

4 p.m. We are looking forward to once again bringing to our community health informaIn last week’s Co-op City Times, shareholders were advised of the tion, health testing and healthy snacks. The Mammography ScanVan will be outside the upcoming Townhall Meeting to be held on Saturday, September 23, time center from 9 a.m. to 12 noon performing free mammograms.You must make an appointto be announced. Shareholders have been requesting a meeting to discuss ment for your free mammogram by calling 1-800-564-6868 in advance. Dr. Viren Patel their feelings regarding the “Memo of Donation” of the waterfront prop- from Dreiser Physical Therapy will be giving workshops during the afternoon. At our erty. To provide an opportunity for those who work to attend it is being Health Fair, you will again be offered the opportunity to join our organization. If you have held on the weekend. a friend or neighbor who is already a member of NCNW, talk with her about our activiWe want to thank all who attended our building association meeting. ties. Check us out on Facebook.com/Ncnwcoopcity Bethune.

Connecticut Winery & Foxwoods Casino Trip – On Saturday, November 4, we will CSO (Cooperator Services Office) Manager Lois English was informative and, more importantly, knowledgeable of cases involving some in the be visiting the Stonington Vineyards in Connecticut. They are celebrating their 30th year audience. She clearly knew her area and exhibited a desire to help resolve in business and will give us a guided tour of the vineyard, wine tasting and we’ll receive a shareholder problems. On behalf of Building 13, I would like to thank souvenir glass. Of course, your favorite wines are available for purchase. Our next stop Ms. English, along with Building Supervisors Silfrido Frias and Javier will be at Foxwoods Resort Casino. We’ll receive a bonus voucher to enjoy all-you-caneat at the luncheon buffet and a full afternoon of gaming. There’s also shopping at the Valenzuela, for prompt responses when contacted and being pro-active.

The association was pleased to announce its upcoming guests espe- indoor Tanger outlet stores. Our bus will be leaving from Dreiser Center in front of the cially since several questions that were asked at the meeting involved Physical Therapy Center at 8 a.m. sharp. The price for this exciting day trip is $85 (No other management departments. Make sure you read the bulletin board in refunds). Payments can be mailed to NCNW Co-op City Section, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY the lobby for announcements of upcoming meetings and activities. Stay 10475. For further information, call (718) 655-9034, (718) 379-3788 or (718) 320-2366. in the know with accurate information. Your community involvement National Council of Negro Women, Inc. North East Leadership Training Conferhelps improve and ensure your quality of life. Participate in your build- ence – NCNW alternates years with a biennial convention and a regional Leadership ing meetings, associations need to know your concerns. Let’s remain the Training Conference. This year, our North East Leadership Training Conference (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic States) will be hosted by “Best in the Bronx.”

If you have not paid the balance for your trip, please do so immedi- the NYS Conveners Team on December 1–3. The conference will be held at the beautiately. Reminder: We will be going to the SUGAR HOUSE CASINO – ful Honor’s Haven Resort & Conference Center, 1195 Arrowhead Road, Ellenville, NY Philadelphia, Pa. and WARMDADDY’S DINNER, JAZZ and BLUES 12428. The conference theme will be “Fortified by the past … focused on the future.”

CLUB. The bus will leave from Casals Place at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, Members will be receiving registration forms by e-mail and extra forms will be available October 21, and depart from WarmDaddys at 9 p.m. Cost: $105 due now. in room 14 for members who do not have e-mail. The prices quoted on the registration Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 forms include a 2-hour cocktail reception on Friday night, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinAssoc. Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. For ner, plus room and board and all conference materials.

Hurricane Devastation – We in the Co-op City Section are praying for our sister information contact Sherrie Hernandez at 914-837-5970; Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370. Our web- members and their families in Texas, Louisiana, U.S. Virgin Islands, Florida, Georgia and site is www.bldg13assoc.com or email us at bthirteen.assoc@yahoo.com. South Carolina who are being affected by this horrific hurricane season. We are awaiting Again, thanks for making our team work. suggestions from our national office as to how we may be of assistance.

—Leslie Peterson —Joyce Howard

Be respectful of your neighbors Please be aware that not all disabilities are visible, so be considerate and respectful of all members of the community.

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Open Door Ministries Forgetting and Looking Forward Forget: put out of one’s mind; cease to think of or consider; stop thinking about; shut out; blank out; pay no heed to; not worry about; ignore; overlook; take no notice of; abandon; say goodbye to; deep-six - destroy or dispose of irretrievably. A nautical expression indicating a water depth of 36 feet something thrown overboard at or greater than this depth would be difficult, if not impossible, to recover.

Philippians 3:10 For my determined purpose is that I may progressively become more deeply and intimately acquainted with Christ, perceiving and recognizing and understanding the wonders of His Person more strongly and more clearly, and that I may in that same way come to know the power outflowing from His resurrection, which it exerts over believers, and that I may so share His sufferings as to be continually transformed in spirit into His likeness even to His death, in the hope 11 That if possible I may attain to the spiritual and moral resurrection that lifts me out from among the dead even while in the body.

12 Not that I have now attained this ideal, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to grasp and make my own, that for which Christ Jesus the Messiah has laid hold of me and made me His own.

13 I do not consider, brethren, that I

have captured and made it my own yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal to win the supreme and heavenly prize to which God in Christ Jesus is calling us upward.

15 So let those of us who are spiritually mature and full-grown have this mind and hold these convictions; and if in any respect you have a different attitude of mind, God will make that clear to you also. 16 Only let us hold true to what we have already attained and walk and order our lives by that.

1. – Become intimately acquainted with Christ 2. – Know the power of his resurrection 3. – Remember that although formerly dead in my sins I am now alive 4. – Forget the past and strain towards the heavenly prize 5. – Walk and order our lives according to what we have learned Sunday Services are at 11 a.m. in the Bartow Community Center, room 28.

Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring Program will resume in October. Contact Pastor Luis by text 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries.net.

Blessings in Christ.

—Pastor Luis Ramos

Building Associations Of Section One Fun Day “It’s showtime, folks!” On Saturday, September 16, Section One will be hosting its 2nd annual Family Fun Day Event. This year, the event will be held between Buildings 4, 6 and 7 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Look for the big, giant dancing clown.

Remember, before starting your Family Fun Day adventure, make sure to pick up a Family Fun Day Program.

It’s a great tool for planning your funfilled day. Should you need more help or assistance, ask one of the many Family Fun Day coordinators. They will be wearing a Family Fun Day T-shirt, with “Coordinator” written on the back.

On Tuesday, September 7, the Family Fun Day Committee had a volunteer Meet and Greet gathering.

The gathering went very well, about 12 people showed up with some great questions, but for most of the time, the volunteers relaxed and mingled amongst themselves, while enjoying the refreshments. All the volunteers who were unable to make the gathering on Saturday, September 16, you must first check-in at the volunteers table before 12:45 p.m.

Mrs. Lorraine Alexander, owner of “The Milton Alexander Tennis Club,” came out to the gathering. Mrs. Alexander will be hosting the Tennis Clinic for Family Fun Day, and she shared the awesome tennis plan that she put together for the event.

Mrs. Alexander is a longtime resident of Co-op City. At the gathering, she explained how her husband started the Tennis Club and the many college scholarships that he provided

through tennis. We feel so blessed to have the Milton Alexander Tennis Club included in this year’s Family Fun Day lineup.

At the meet and greet, we mentioned that we were planning to set up a table to collect clothing and canned goods for the victims of Hurricane Harvey.

However, it appears that these items are not really needed, so we decided not to do the collection. However, we do ask that everyone keep in prayer all the victims of Hurricane Harvey.

Talking about weather! On Saturday, September 16, the date scheduled for our Family Fun Day event, the weatherman is predicting rain on this day. We hope and pray that the weatherman’s prediction is not correct, but if it is, then Section One Family Fun Day will be held on Saturday, September 23, the rain date. Make sure to check your building bulletin board and the Co-op City Times for updated information.

Basketball: There’s still time to sign up for the Hoop Shoot contest and the 3-on-3 basketball games. If interested, send an email to BronxmanJeff@ gmail.com. In the email, state that you would like a registration form. You can also sign up on the day of the event, but please be aware that spaces for the 3-on-3 games are very limited.

Summer isn’t officially over until Section One has its Family Fun Day. SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, September 16, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. **Rain Day: Saturday, September 23, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

—Lee Rivers

Velocity Track Club

Co-op City Sports

2016 – 2017 Velocity’s Track Club New York’s Annual Award Ceremony and BBQ at Van Cortland Park was a blast! The Velocity Award Ceremony Committee (Tanya Ingram, Renee Parker and Serena Jackson) and Velocity parents worked hard to make this event a success.

It’s events like these that bring all the parents and children together as a family. However, the highlight of the event was honoring our athletes and volunteers. Every year, Velocity TC honors every athlete who completed our program with a trophy.

Plus, we have special awards, Most Promising Athlete Award (9 & under girl & boy), Most Improved Award (girl & boy). Most Valuable Athlete Award (girl & boy), six Scholar Awards, Most Inspired Athlete Award and Velocity’s Volunteer of the Year Award! It’s important to recognize hard work and dedication! Therefore, we ensure that we fundraise to purchase trophies and plaques.

The award recipients were: Most Promising Athlete (girl) Shyenne Blake & (boy) Justice Wellington; Most Improved Athlete (girl) Dakota Hickman & (boy) M a t t h i a u s L ove Anderson; Most Valuable Athlete (girl) Brianna Burrell & (boy) Pierce Parker.

Scholar Academic Awards: (All recipients had over 90 GPA) Shyenne Blake, Saggi Hemmings, Jada Clarke, Justice Wellington, Pierce Parker and Matthi- Velocity Track Club athletes at the NYRR 5th Avenue Mile. aus Love-Anderson.

Most Inspired Athlete: Hannah Deflorimonte. Outstanding Performance Athlete: Brianna Burrell. Velocity’s Outstanding Volunteer Award: Serena Jackson. Our athletes accomplished so much this year, thanks to all the volunteers and donors who support our program. May God continue to bless you so can continue to be a blessing to others.

On Sunday, September 10, we had 10 athletes compete in the NYRR 5th Avenue Mile in New York. All athletes received lovely shirts and snacks. Our children ran some outstanding times with only two weeks of practice after their break. The athletes’ times for the 1 mile were: (Boys) Dontae Lindo 5:22, Pierce Parker, 5:46, Jordon Ingram, 5:49, Julian Caldwell, 6:33. (Girls) Asysa Brown, 6:04, Hannah Gadpaille, 6:09, Adonijah Washington, 7:03, Tiarra Jackson, 7:06; Keanna Davis, 8:10 and Treynece Davis, 8:34. Great job!!!

Velocity Track Club New York is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit. One hundred percent of your donation will go towards helping our children. Support your youth, so they can continue to do great things! For additional information, you can go to our website Velocitytrack.org or contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins at 914441-6196 or email, watclt@aol.com.

—Winston Dinkins

Section 5 Association Note: AARPNY/SPONSORS – The SHREDDER TRUCK will be here in Section 5 today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Circle of 140 Erskine Pl. We thank the Section 5 Association for making this event possible for the community.

Announcement: The NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210 on Saturday, September 23, 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Community Service Award will be presented to Mr. Robert Hedgepeth, Section 5 Association president & Building 31 Association president. Section 5 and neighbors, get your tickets; call 718-320-3210. Let’s show our support.

Voter’s Guide – Remember to keep the Voter’s Guide that you received in the mail for the November Election. The Voter’s Guide provides interesting profiles of the candidates seeking elections for the offices of Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Borough President and City Council. It also provides information on who can vote, and other important information. Believe it or not, there are people that do not know who their local elected officials are. What and how they are to serve the community of their constituents.

Mission Statement – The mission of Section Five Association is to obtain the maximum quality of life for all shareholders residing in Section 5; to act as a liaison between Management and the building and townhouse associations in all problem areas; to assist maximum participation in each individual association, and to enlighten and educate all shareholders in Section 5.

—H. Overman

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Co-op City Seventh Day Adventist Church

3rd Disabilities EXPO, Oct. 1 Collaboration means, in essence, to “put our hands together.” When communities work together, great feats can be accomplished. This is true of the various groups that have come together to make the Disabilities Expo possible in our community. This year’s expo is blessed to have some great folk assisting us. Our thanks once again to Michelle Sajous, the team of the DAAC Committee, Senator Bailey’s office and disability advocate Rafe Alomar.

The community can help in getting the word out to friends and family to attend and get the resources needed.

We have lined up a wide selection of vendors to serve the need that was expressed at last year’s expo.

Some of the services to be covered are: Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Blindness, Deafness, Cancer, Diabetes, Epilepsy, Autism, Cerebral palsy, HIV/AIDS, Schizophrenia, Muscular dystrophy, Bipolar disorder, Major depression, Multiple sclerosis (MS), missing limbs or partially missing limbs, Obsessive compulsive disorder, impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair, Intellectual disability (previously called mental retardation) are some of the disabilities New York-

ers live with; most will be addressed at the Disabilities EXPO. We will be posting a list of some of the vendors to be present at the EXPO in the next coming weeks, so stay tuned.

Services and Community Outreach Sundays – Self-Defense Classes, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mondays – Telephone Bible Study.

712-451-0929 Access code 248075#, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Wednesdays – Midafternoon Prayer Service, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday – Food Pantry every 1st and 3rd, 4:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Wednesday – night Prayer meeting, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Saturday – Sabbath School, 9:15 a.m.

Saturday – Divine Worship, 11 a.m.

Saturday – Adventist Youth Program, 3:30 p.m.

Saturday – Bible Study, 4:30 p.m.

Saturday – Vespers @ sunset September 23 – Music Day October 1 – Disabilities EXPO, Dreiser Auditorium, 12 p.m.–6 p.m.

The Co-op City Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 1010 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 http://coopcity22.adventistchurchconnect.org/ —Cheryl C. Silvera

Greater Love Church “Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in tribulations, knowing that tribulation produces perseverance; and perseverance, character; and character, hope. Now hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out in our hearts by the Holy Spirit who was given to us” —Romans 5:1-5 Spiritual Food for Thought: Stir yourself up and renew your faith. Yes, there have been disappointments and setbacks, but those things can serve to strengthen your spiritual resolve. It depends on whether you choose to be a victim or to rise up to be an overcomer.

You can allow your past difficulties to anchor you where you are. Or, you can allow them to fuel the next phase of your destiny.

Senior Pastor Boyce Landrum, Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family welcome you to worship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m. Our corporate worship means gathering with people of all ages and cultures to express our love for God, our Heavenly Father, and Jesus Christ, our Savior. We are conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg.

2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y. 10475; main entrance – red button.

The church telephone number is 347920-5607.

Join us tomorrow afternoon at 4:00 p.m. as we fellowship with Cathedral United Baptist Church for their Missionary Anniversary held at the Ramah Christian Center, 3360 Fish Ave., Bronx, NY 10469. The theme is, “The

Favor of God Is Upon Us.” Pastor Carol Landrum is the guest preacher.

Unique Opportunity: Become A Certified Chaplain!**New Class NYC Chaplaincy Course (10 weeks): Greater Love is the host site for NY Chaplaincy training. The course is Thursday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. – the course is now underway and registration is open for the next two weeks. Please visit their website at www.nychaplaincyservices.org for more information/guidelines or register at the church. If you have questions, feel free to call the instructor, Chaplain Doreen Lesane, at 646-807-6873. Please be advised that Greater Love is a host site only. All related fees, coursework and certification is under the jurisdiction of the NYSCTF. Mid-Week Prayer: Please join our prayer warriors for weekly Wednesday afternoon prayer meetings from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Bible Study/Discipleship Training: Held on Tuesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Required textbook: Discipleship Essentials by Greg Ogden.

The MOSAIC Women’s Ministry invite all ladies to our Women’s Fellowship on Saturday, September 23rd from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. The theme is “Created for a Purpose – Walking in Your Destiny.” Our special guest speaker is Reverend Patrician IngramBasnight of New Emmanuel Baptist Church, Bx. NY. There will also be special guest appearances by women who have been touched by God in an extraordinary way. Lunch served; kindly RSVP by calling 347-920-5607 (leave a message).

—Pastor Carol Landrum

Church of the New Vision Pastors Kenneth Hodge and Deborah Hodge and the New Vision congregation invite you and your family to come and worship the Lord with us.

Church of the New Vision is designed to meet the spiritual needs of God’s people. Serving the community for over 44 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spirit-filled atmosphere of Christian love. All are welcome.

Order of Services Sunday Worship Service: 8 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Mid-day Bible Study: Tuesdays, 12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday Night Prayer and Bible Study: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Youth Ministry: Fridays, 6 - 9 p.m.

Upcoming Events 1) Today, September 16th, the New

Vision Choir and the Next Generation for Christ praise dancers will be lifting the Lord in praise at the Section One Greenway Community Fair.

2) Saturday, November 4, is our Annual Building Fund Banquet at the Seashore Restaurant on City Island.

Donation: Adults $70; Youth $30.

Time 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. For tickets, please contact Sis. Sadie James at 718-6428943 or call the church at 718-6718746.

Thank you for your support!

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision concerning upcoming events and trips, or call the church.

—Carol Haque

Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

Co-op City Evangelical Church

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 phone number is (718) 320-3795, and 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 12:30 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.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer/ Bible Study Morning (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name, I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday mornings at 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together.

Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to

all his children that have a personal relationship with Him. Friday Family Night starts at 7:30 p.m. Come and enjoy the different groups for parents, young adults, teens and children. Learn the Bible and also other activities. It’s a fun time for all.

Crescendo Christian Music School: Are you interested in learning how to play an instrument or sing, come join the music school. Piano, guitar, drums, violin, voice and other instruments. Registration for the fall season is here and cost is very reasonable. Registration is free. Call Maestro Frank Colon (917) 753-3644 to set up a time to come and register. Students range in age from 5 years to 100.

Trip to Lancaster Pa.: Come join us on Black Friday (11/24) to see the “Miracle of Christmas” at Sight & Sound Theater, shopping at Rockvale Square Mall and dinner at Miller’s Smorgasbord. Cost is $160/adult and $120/child 12 and under. If you are interested in going with us, call Barbara at (347) 603-7473. If no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you.

Flea Market: On September 16, we will be having our Flea Market all around the church building. Come and join the fun of shopping at the flea market. Many different types of vendors will be there.

—Barbara Penn

Building 30A and B Association Today is the day that the shredder is here in Section 5 on Erskine Place from 10 - 2 or when the shredder is full.

To all our Jewish cooperators, Shana Tovah.

Don’t forget Wednesday, Sept. 20th is Crochet Class and Wednesday, Sept.

27th is Game Day in the association room in Building 30B lobby from 1-3 p.m.

I’ve heard your complaints so I’m trying to get someone from Management to explain the scaffold and the fencing at our first meeting of our association in October.

To all those who are celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and new additions, congratulations. Those who suffered a loss, our condolences. Those under the weather, get well soon.

—Linda Werner

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Co-op City Baptist Church

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Community Protestant Church

On behalf of our pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, invite you to join us tomorrow at 9 a.m. for worship service. One worship service located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone: (718) 862-9172. will be held at 9 a.m. Summer hours will continue through Sunday, September Regular Church Schedule 10. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, Sunday School – 9 a.m. room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774.

Worship Service – 11 a.m.

And be sure to extend your worship with us today and every Saturday, 4 – 5 Communion Service – Every first and third Sundays p.m. on Principle Centered Living Radio, redeemradiofm.com. Also, learn more Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7 p.m. about our pastor and the principles of our church, while enjoying a laugh or two The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: on Facebook (Principle Centered Living with Rev. Sheldon Williams). Please 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) “Like” the page and share the posts. Only those who “LIKE” the page will qualify Morning Prayer Services – Tuesday, 6 a.m. – 8 a.m. and 9 a.m. – 11 a.m. for upcoming contests and rewards.

Neighborhood Bible Study – Thursday at 10 a.m.

Wednesday noon worship service and Wednesday Bible study classes are held Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first, second and third Friat 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Prayer service is held on Fridays at noon. Making use of days at 7 p.m. available technology, we will make use of the conference call line for Friday Sunday School at Community Protestant Church begins at 9 a.m. In Sunevening prayer service. On Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m., you can call 563-999day School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is 2090; when asked for the PIN, enter “660065” and you will be connected. provided for children to learn about the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and Everyone is invited to join us for this hour of prayer. respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. We encourage you to The Building Fund Ministry is having a Bake Sale and Jewelry Showcase on bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forSaturday, October 7 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, room 51 (lower ward to seeing you. level). All are invited to come for homemade cakes and pies and to find that perOther Scheduled Events fect piece of jewelry while supporting our Building Fund.

On Wednesdays, at 12 p.m., please join Pastor Owens for NOON DAY Co-op City Baptist Church will be celebrating Rev. Dr. Williams’ 25th PasPRAYER AT CPC, an hour of Power, Prayer, Praise and Testimony. Refreshtoral Anniversary at the Marina Del Ray on Saturday, September 30 from 11 a.m. ments will be served. RSVP (718) 862-9172.

Saturday, October 14, 3 p.m. – The Sepia Players Ministry presents “Deacon to 4 p.m. All are invited to join us at this celebratory occasion. Tickets are $125 Willie’s Last Will and Testament,” written by Roosevelt Wright Jr. Donation: $20. for adults and $85 for children 3 -12 years old. Please note, no tickets will be sold For tickets, call (718) 513-3308 or (718) 655-7241. at the door. For tickets or additional information, call 718-671-1918, 718-862Saturday, October 21, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. – CP presents the South Carolina Dance, 9243 or 718-320-1825.

On Friday and Saturday, October 27 and 28, the Scholarship Ministry will be “A Denim Affair.” (No sneakers). Dreiser Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop, Co-op City. Music by DJ Pressley. Tickets: $25 in advance. (No tickets sold at door.) going back to the National Museum of African American History and Culture in For tickets, call (718) 862-9172, (718) 320-4278 or (917) 915-8237.

Washington, D.C. We will spend two days at the museum. There are a few seats Blessings On The Charitable left. For additional information or to make your reservation, you may call 718“Is it not to share your food with the hungry and to provide the poor wanderer 379-0541 or 917-612-1245.

On March 6 to March 15, 2018, we will be going to the Holy Land in Israel. with shelter –when you see the naked, to clothe him, and not to turn away from your own flesh and blood? Then your light will break forth like the dawn, and Worship sailing on the Sea of Galilee; be baptized in the Jordan River; share in your healing will quickly appear; then your righteousness will go before you, and communion in the Garden Tomb; all where Jesus walked. The price per person the glory of the Lord will be your rear guard. Then you will call, and the Lord will from JFK is $2,995 for a double room an additional $586 for a single room. A answer; you will cry for help, and he will say; Here am I, if you do away with the non-refundable deposit of $500 is due immediately. Final payment is due on or before November 12. For a flyer, along with the itinerary and reservation form, yoke of oppression, with the pointing finger and malicious talk.” – Isaiah 58:7-9.

The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and felplease call 718-671-1918, 718-379-0541, 718-379-1776, 718-671-1271 or the lowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially church at 718-320-3774.

—Hattie L. Lucas invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing.

—Evan G. Mitchell

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service.

Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7 p.m.

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church.

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

We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9 a.m. on Sunday, September 17, when we will celebrate the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost.

Our Supply Priest, Rev. Simeon Johnson, will be the preacher and celebrant.

End of Summer: It was such a delight to see the large turnout last Sunday. We hope you all had a good summer with some rest and relaxation.

Fundraising Events: 1. Our Annual Home Style Dinner Sale will take place at the church on Saturday, September 30, from noon until sold out. 2.

Our Annual Post Thanksgiving Day Atlantic City trip to Bally’s Casino will be on Saturday, November 25. $40 p.p. Deluxe Motor Coach leaves from Dreiser Loop at 9 a.m. For seating, please contact June Grimes at 347-3578249 as soon as possible. We are depending on your support for these events.

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

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

“The Lord is full of compassion and mercy, *slow to anger and of great kindness.” —Psalm 103:8.

—Merville Chambers

Co-op City Toastmasters Club Co-op City Toastmasters is open for business. We are a community chapter in an international organization successfully dedicated to helping everyday people improve their public speaking and leadership skills.

The next meeting is Thursday, Sept. 28th at 7:30 p.m. Why not please join us at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bartow Mall, lower level, room 28, Bronx, NY. You will be so happy that you did.

—L. Jaysura

Baychester Visual Arts Association Our new season began on September 12, and we hope your creative juices are yearning for release. As people have seen in the past, you will derive much pleasure from your artwork.

Our 2017-2018 season portends to be one of the most exciting in our history – with art classes, art shows, lecture/demonstrations and workshops, free and open to the public.

BVA’s classes began on Tuesday, September 12 in room 5, Dreiser Community Center. You can choose from the two class schedules which are 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. The fees are as follows: Annual membership is $35 a year and a session of 10 classes is $60. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered. Come and join us.

Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, will be the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork. You can call M. Groves at 201-862-0847 or S. Lochansky at 718-379-1049 for more information.

You can register by mail by indicating the class time desired. Tuition can be sent to Baychester Visual Arts, P. O. Box 678, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

BVA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization that needs your support to continue offering high level art instruction at these bargain prices. So come join BVA on this fabulous artistic trek, take a class, make a tax deductible donation, and feel the satisfaction of being a creator and/or patron of the arts. All checks should be made out as indicated above.

Science is for the body and art is for the soul.

—Sylvia Lochansky

Fri., Sept. 22

Thurs., Sept. 21 Wed., Sept. 20 Tues., Sept. 19 Mon., Sept. 18

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

MENU

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Word Games 9:30-11 a.m.

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

Weight Management Bartow Center – 10:00 a.m.

Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m.-noon Bingo 1-2 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

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

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

Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Color Your Stress Away 11 a.m., Rm. 4 Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m. Diabetes Support Group 1:00 p.m. – Last Monday of the month Word Search 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., Rm. 13 Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., Rm. 2 Bingo 1-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Basic Cell Phone & iPad Training 12:30-1:30 Diabetes Support Group 2nd p.m., Rm. 7 Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

Monday, 1:00 p.m.

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

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45

Word Games:9:30-11:30 a.m.

Walking Club: 10:30 a.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m.

Bingo: 12:30-2:00 p.m.

Caregiver Support Group: 1:00 p.m.1st Matinee Movie 10 a.m., Rm. 45 and 3rd Tues.

Karaoke by Steven 1-2 p.m., Rm. 45 Card games: 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes: 2:30 p.m.

Blood Pressure: Every 1st and 3rd Wed- Intermediate 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. snesday 9-10 a.m.

Walk Group 9:30 a.m., Rm. 40 Games 9:30-11 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Bingo 1-2 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Computer Lab Smartphone Class Bartow Main office Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Beginner – 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

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

Alert & Alive 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.

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

Computer Class – Rm. 13; Beginner 1011 a.m.; Intermediate – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Only 7 seats available.

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

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

Tai Chi 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Mind Teasers 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 4 African Brazilian Dance 1 p.m., Rm. 2 Art Class 1-3 p.m.

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

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Orange Juice Stuffed cabbage w/beef, Mauzone Chicken Parmesan toasted barley & onion w/pasta Whole Wheat bread Green salad Fresh fruit Alt: Chicken salad Apple juice, Baked Asian style honey chicken, Rice a Roni, Mixed vegetables, Whole Wheat bread and Fresh fruit Alt: Tuna salad

Pernil (Roasted pork shoulder) Cabbage w/shredded carrots Yuca con Mojo (Yuca w/garlic lime sauce)

Orange juice, Apricot glazed roast chicken, Homemade turkey meatloaf w/low Kasha Varnishkas, Carrot Tzimmes, Fresh fruit, sodium mushroom gravy Honey cake, Challah roll, Bottle of Honey bear per Baked macaroni table, Alt: Gefilte fish, & cheese Potato salad, Carrot Sautéed spinach raisin salad

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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.

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 JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Trip registration policy: Payments for trips can be made at all 3 centers. 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., Sept. 29, 9 a.m. – 2 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, which will speed up the process. We have the option to limit the amount of people who will be served to 40 people.

Tanger Outlet Mall – Tues., Sept. 19, $18. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Ridgehill – Wed., Sept. 20, $7. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m.

JASA will be closed on Thurs. & Fri., Sept. 21 & 22, for Rosh Hashanah.

Medicare Presentation @ Q & A Workshop w/United Healthcare – Thurs., Sept. 28, 11 a.m.12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7.

Western Beef Supermarket, Bruckner Boulevard – Mon., Sept. 25, $3 – Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Empire Casino – Tues., Sept. 26, $5. Bartow,

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

Wait list.

Falls Prevention workshop – Tues., Sept. 26, 1 p.m. JASA Bartow Main office. Please sign up in the senior centers.

Storm King Art Center, Cornwall, NY – Wed., Sept. 27, $20 per person. Cash Only, No Checks.

Lunch included. Known as one of the world’s leading sculpture parks. Bartow, 8:45 a.m.; Einstein, 9 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m. Please wear comfortable shoes. Wait list.

Medicare Presentation @ Q & A Workshop w/United Healthcare – Thurs., Sept. 28, 11 a.m.12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7.

St. Mary’s Recreation Center Pool – Sept 29, $3 – Pool aerobics for seniors, 10a.m.–12 p.m. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m.

There is a $25 yearly fee to use the facility. If you wish to become a member, please come to JASA Bartow office, fill out an application. Membership is non-refundable. Must be a member to participate in the activities. No exceptions.

National Museum of African American History, Washington, DC – Wed., Oct. 18, $85.

Dreiser- 7:15 a.m.; Bartow, 7:30 a.m. & Einstein, 7:45 a.m. Payment deadline Mon., Sept. 18. Wait list.

“Wicked” – Broadway show - Gershwin The-

atre, Sat., Oct 21, $130 per person. Cash Only, No Checks. Box Lunch included. Show starts 2 p.m.

Money is due Wed., Sept. 20. No exceptions.

Dreiser, 11:30 a.m.; Bartow, 11:45 a.m. & Einstein Loop, 12 p.m. Small Coach bus. Wait list.

JASA closed for SUCCOTH, Thurs., Oct. 5, and for Simchat Torah, Fri., Oct. 13.

Fairway/BJ’s – Fri., Oct. 6, $3. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Sands Casino in Pennsylvania – Sat., Nov. 11, $40. Coach bus. Pick-up: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. and Einstein, 8:30 a.m.

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

Emergency: 718-651-3050 Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330

www.ccpd.us @CCPDnyc

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

AARP Chapter #4997 FYI: AARP knows that no one has everything figured out, and that is totally o.k. Even if you know what you want to pursue, it can be difficult to figure out how to actually follow through. That’s why AARP, New York is introducing Life Reimagined Checkups – FREE 90-minute sessions where they provide valuable tools to help you start the next chapter of your life; giving you access to insightful books, online activities and programs, lectures, and workshops that will help you gain the confidence and direction you need to move forward. Come explore your tomorrow at the NY State Office, 750 Third Avenue, 31st Floor, New York, NY 10017.

Check-up dates are: Wednesday, October 4, 6-8 p.m.; Thursday, October 5, 10-12 p.m.; Wednesday, October 18, 10-12 p.m. and Thursday, October 19, 6-8 p.m.

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

2017 Tour Activities September 18-21: 4-day/3-night trip to Cape Cod – Motor coach transportation, 3 full breakfast, 2 dinners, 1 Lobster dinner; Foxwood Casino (w/bonus); guided escort to African American tour of Martha’s Vineyard site; Hyannis, John F. Kennedy Memorial; Provincetown along scenic route 6A; Cape Cod National Seashore Visitors Center; admission to Zion Union Heritage Museum; $599/person – double; $739 – single. Trip insurance is available. Arrive at Asch Loop (in front of library) at 8:30 a.m. for bus seat assignment & luggage tag distribution; DEPART at 9 a.m.

SHARP! Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962.

December 29, 2017-January 2, 2018: Swingin’ New Year’s Eve Celebration in Savannah (GA) – Motor coach trip (2-night lodging to & from Savannah); 4 breakfasts; 2 full course dinners including a Riverboat Dinner Cruise; guided tour of Savannah, historic Davenport House, and Savannah’s River Street District; New Year’s Eve Show & Party at the Savannah Theater; New Year’s Day Buffet Lunch; $609/person – double; $798 - single; $50 deposit due with reservation; $150 due 7/30; $150 due 8/30; Balance due 10/31. Trip insurance available. Contact Judith, 718- 379-3370.

—Delores Debnam

Einstein Cancer Fund

Goose Island Seniors Bingo – Wednesday, September 20th, 1:30 p.m., with Stephen, in our club room #39. Members only.

Admission, $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot.

Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments and snacks will be served. Sunday Bingo is September 24th.

“Come Blow Your Horn” – Thursday, October 12th at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, N.J. It’s a very funny play by Neil Simon. Also you will enjoy a scrumptious lunch and all the desserts you can eat. They are de-li-cious. Price is $79 for show, lunch and transportation. All money must he paid by September 21st. See Ann, Mary or Stephen.

Sands Casino, PA – Tuesday, October 24th. Price is $33. Rebate, $20 for play and $5 toward food. There is a Steelworks Buffet and Grill among other restaurants.

Pick-up time is 8:30 a.m. at our usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop (by library) and Dreiser Loop (by the hardware store). Come have fun on the bus with us.

Movie will be shown on the bus coming home.

To all members: Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all members who celebrate their day in the month of September: Mary Smith and Janice Brown.

Our Lounge – Come sit and relax, read a book from our large library, play cards every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ($1 for refreshments and snacks). Play Bingo every Wednesday and last Sunday of each month for only $15 per year. Also, come with us on wonderful trips.

Note: Call Ann, Mary, or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613, or visit us Monday- Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39. You can also call Mary at 718-379-4899 and she will return your call. Leave a message and your phone number. To call Stephen, 347-847-1941. Visit Stephen in room 39, every Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Good health to all.

—Mary Pilla

Welcome back, members. Hoping you had a fantastic summer vacation.

Crab Shanty, Thursday, October 12. Members Luncheon at 1:30 p.m.; $28 per person. Menu choices of shrimp broiled or fried, chicken parmesan, BBQ spare ribs or chicken with ribs, shrimp scampi, all served with baked potato, French fries and dessert.

For all of the above agenda, please call Lydia, (718) 671-3005, or Annie Eutsey, (718) 320-1874.

As always, good health and healing are wished to all. Remember to give a call to those who are homebound or in nursing homes. Your calls will cheer them up and will know that they are in your thoughts and prayers.

—Lydia Ruas

NYPD’s Enforcement of Angle Parking Regulations The NYPD strictly enforces parking regulations pertaining to angle parking spaces.

Shareholders should be aware that vehicles in angle parking spaces on streets such as Asch Loop, Einstein Loop and Hutchinson River Parkway East, must be parked within the marked lines or they will be summonsed.

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of Building 27B. Phone 718-379-6920.

Note: 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, leave a message and we will get back as soon as possible.

Shabbat ends today, September16, at 7:34 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, September 22, at 6:35 p.m.

The synagogue has Services Saturday morning at 9 a.m. After Services, we always have a Kiddush. We need a few Jewish men Saturday morning. If a member can bring a friend to enjoy Services between 10 a.m. and noon, we need your help to make a minyan.

Services For Rosh Hashanah This year, Rabbi Kronengold and Cantor Joseph Ringel will conduct our High Holy Day Services. Our office will be open on Sundays, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to purchase your tickets or call the office.

September 20, Wednesday, Candle Lighting is 6:37 p.m.; Services at 6:40 p.m.

September 21, Thursday, Services at 8:30 a.m. Shofar at 10:45 a.m.

Tashlich at 5:45 p.m. (at the water); Mincha at 6:30 p.m. Candle lighting not before 7:35 p.m.

September 22, Friday, Services at 8:15 a.m.; Shofar at 10:30, Sermon by Cantor Ringel, Mincha to be announced.

September 23, Saturday, Services at 9 a.m. Shabbat ends 7:31 p.m.

Services for Yom Kippur Friday, September 29, Candle Lighting, 6:22 p.m.; Kol Nidray Serv-

ices at 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 30, Services at 8 a.m. Yiskor at 11 a.m. Mincha at 4 p.m. Neila (Closing of the Gates) at 5:30 p.m. Maariv at 7:05 p.m., then Shofar Blown, Fast ends at 7:20 p.m.

Please come on time so our prayers will not be rushed and we will not be forced to Fast later than required. Saying Yizkor for a loved one requires a pledge of charity. Please support the Synagogue. The Men’s Club is providing a Break the Fast (Cake and Juice) at the end of the Yom Kippur Service. Next year in Jerusalem.

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’re ill, wishing all a speedy recovery. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for the sick, you should make a donation in that person’s name to the Synagogue. Wishing you and your family no more sorrow.

Bingo: The Synagogue will have a Bingo on Sunday, October15, at 1 p.m.

The cost is only $3 admission, which includes refreshments and 10 games of Bingo. Also, there is a Jackpot game which costs $2. This is a 3-part game in which you have a chance to win $30 if you win all three games.

Come on down and have an afternoon with your friends and neighbors. The Bingo games are open to all residents in the community. So if you like to play Bingo, please attend.

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue, and Men’s Club is greatly appreciated.

Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health.

—Gary Schwartz

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue

Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue There is a beautiful saying that should be engraved on our hearts. The Rabbi of Kotzk once noted that a truly religious person is “one who goes beyond the letter of the law.” Interpreting this ideal, the Rabbi pointed out that, according to the letter of the law, one should be honest in his dealings with others. But a thoroughly honest man goes beyond the letter of the law, which means that he is not only honest with others, but honest with himself as well.

It is a kind of spiritual dishonesty that make us scan the faces of a social set cringingly, searching for approval. Does the need for acceptance by others blind us to fact that G-d gave us intelligence to think for ourselves?

It is important for a life of honesty to do what is right in the eyes of G-d and our conscience, and not what is right in the eyes of our neighbors. A life of honesty is achieved by a person who is less concerned with being socially acceptable and more concerned with being spiritually accountable.

Young Israel of Co-op City Rabbi Solomon I. Berl will officiate and deliver the Holy Day sermons.

Slichos – Penitential Service – Saturday evening, September 16, 8 p.m.

Rosh Hashonah Eve – Wednesday, September 20, 6:40 p.m.

1st Day Rosh Hashonah – Thursday, September 21 Morning Service – 7:30 a.m.

Mincha – 4:45 p.m., followed by Tashlech (We meet at the synagogue at 5 p.m.) Maariv at 7:40 2nd Day Rosh Hashonah – Friday, September 22 Morning Service – 7:30 a.m.

Mincha – 6:40 p.m., followed by Maariv Evening Service.

Sabbath of Repentance – September 23 As an integral part of this Holy Day period, attendance at the Sabbath of Repentance Service is most impor-

tant. Services begin Saturday morning, September 23 at 9:00 a.m. and end at 11:30 a.m. Don’t miss this service!

Mincha – 6:35 p.m.

Maariv – 7:35 p.m.

Yom Kippur – Friday, September 29 Mincha – 3:30 p.m.

Kol Nidre – 6:25 p.m.

Yom Kippur Day – Saturday, September 30 Morning Service 8:00 a.m.

Public Yizkor – 11:00 a.m.

Fast Ends – 7:20 p.m.

Rabbi Berl and the officers of Young Israel wish all Co-op City residents a happy new year of good health, good tidings, contentment and fulfillment in the year to come May peace and harmony throughout the world become a reality in the coming year.

Try your luck with the Men’s Club Our next trip is Monday, October 30, to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City. Walk the Boardwalk, shop at the outlets, enjoy the sights, enjoy the food, have a good time. All men and women over 21 years old can attend our trips and functions.

The cost of the trip is still $35 per person. This trip, you will receive $30 slot play bonus. You need a Tropicana Casino card or a Government ID, passport, non- or driver’s license to receive the bonus. It’s like costing you only $5 for a round trip to Atlantic City after the bonus. On the bus, we provide a drink, snack, play Bingo, 50/50 raffle, and show a recent movie on the way home. We keep you entertained, the trip goes fast to Atlantic City.

The bus stops by all three shopping centers going and returning. We leave Einstein Loop at 8 a.m. by the supermarket; Asch Loop, 8:15 a.m. by the library, and Dreiser Loop by 8: 25 a.m.

For reservation, call Gary at 718671-8424 or Bruce at 718-320-2234.

If no one is available, please leave a message at either number.

Please make out check or money order to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue and mail it to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B Lobby, Bronx, NY 10475.

Your support of the Men’s Club is greatly appreciated. Wishing everyone peace and good health.

—Gary Schwartz

Hammering after 6 p.m., vacuuming after 9 p.m., music or TVs played very loudly at any hour, doors slamming constantly at all hours... these are just a few examples of what can disturb the peace of fellow cooperators. Please, let’s work together to —CSO Department make Co-op City a peaceful community.

Chavurah Temple Beth El of Co-op City Rosh Hashanah – 5778 – is Wednesday evening, Sept. 20 and Thursday, Sept. 21.

Come and continue your Jewish background. Come pray with us.

Come hear the sound of the Shofar: It says T'-kiyah. Listen.

Listen to the sweet sounds as we usher in the New Year - 5778 Our services will be in Dreiser, room 4.

Chavurah Temple Beth El - Services are No Charge!!!

Come Worship with us.

Services are as follows: Rosh Hashanah Evening Wednesday, September 20, 8 p.m.

Morning Thursday, September 21, 10:30 a.m.

YOM KIPPUR Kol Nidre – Friday, September 29, 7:30 p.m.

Yom Kippur Day – Saturday, September 30 Morning Service, 10 a.m.

Public Yiskor, 1:00 p.m.

Public Yiskor, 2:30 p.m.

Mincha & N'eliah, 4:00 p.m.

All services are to be held in Dreiser, room 4.

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 Yartzeit List, and the names of those that have also been given to us from previous years.

For further information, please email Rabbi Dennis Tobin at RabbiDennisTobin@aol.com or call him at 973-769-3915.

We look forward to beginning the year of 5778 with you and your families.

—Rabbi Dennis Tobin

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Newsong Church

Pentecostal Tabernacle

I Love My Church (Part Two) If you want to succeed at anything in life, you’ve got to have a plan. If you want to go to college, you must plan, if you want to have that dream wedding, dream vacation, or dream house, you have to make a plan and stick to it. I’ve heard it said that if you don’t make a plan, then you’re planning to fail!

Jesus had a plan to build something that would change the world forever! “…I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it” Matthew 16:18b (NIV) Jesus is the Master builder, He’s building His church, and here’s His blueprint… “…Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit”-Matthew 28:19 (NIV) At Newsong Church, we do our best to follow Jesus’ plan by taking the following “Next Steps.”

Love God We believe that every person has a God-shaped hole in their hearts that can only be filled with Jesus. At Newsong, we want to help young and old, connect with and follow Him. We carry out our plan to love God by attending church. We have two Sunday service times, 10 a.m. & 12 p.m.

Love Others God created us to be relational. We need the support of one another so that we can continue to grow. We believe that real relationships happen in the context of Life Groups. At Newsong, we form Life Groups that meet at various times and locations in our city. These Life Groups provide an opportunity for fellowship, and spiritual growth.

Serve the World We believe that God has given each of us gifts and abilities that He wants us to use for His glory! At Newsong, we discover God’s purpose and plan for our lives through our Growth Track. In Growth Track, we learn how to use our unique personality and our spiritual gifting’s to carry out Jesus’ master plan.

Live on Purpose Once we discover our purpose, we do our best to live it out by joining The Dream Team. The Newsong Dream Team, consists of volunteers who joyfully serve in our church and community with the love of Jesus!

At Newsong, we’re all on a journey. We’re all broken people, but Jesus is putting us back together with each next step that we take. In Him, we find everything we need for this life and the next! We hope you’ll start your own journey this Sunday at 10:00 a.m. or 12:00 p.m.

We’re located at 177 Dreiser Loop Auditorium B. Come see why we can say “I love my church!”

Need more information about Newsong Church?

Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org —Pastor Mike Tolone

The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to Worship Service every Sunday morning at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Bronx N.Y. 10475.

Services for this week are as follow: Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day Service will be from 11:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m.

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

Focus: The End Time, we are moving toward a grand finale. Therefore, be ye also ready: for in an hour as ye think not the son of man cometh. (Matthew 24:44) Then shall the kingdom of heaven be like unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. And five of them were wise and five were foolish. They that were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps.

While the bridegroom tarried, they all slumbered and slept. And at midnight, there was a cry made, behold, the bridegroom cometh; go ye out to meet him.

Then all those virgins arose and trimmed their lamps. And the foolish said unto the wise, give us of your oil, for our lamps are gone out. But the wise answered, saying, not so; lest there be not enough for us and you, but go ye rather to them that sell, and buy for yourselves. And while they went, the bridegroom came; and they that were ready went in with him to the marriage and the door was shut.

Afterward came also the other virgins, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us but he answered and said, verily I say unto you I know you not Watch therefore, for ye know neither the day nor the hour wherein the son of man cometh.

(Matthew25:1-13) The son of man will soon return in an hour that we think not.

We must give ourselves to prayer and patiently studying the word of God, and be prepared for His return.

Whenever, you decide to go on a journey it is important to check to see if there is enough gas to take you to your destination. Therefore, it is important that we keep our heart right with God with oil in our vessels, and do not be like the five foolish virgins. Noah had spent many years building the ark, and he knew that the season for divine judgment was near, but he did not know the exact day.

The same applies to us in this time, we have seen signs and wonders, strange things are happening all around us, but we do not know the day and time of Christ return. Therefore, let us maintain a sweet fellowship with God and prepared for the coming of our Lord and savior. Watch therefore, for ye know not what hour your Lord doth come.

For further information, call (718) 324-0334 or 717-320-4218.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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

Weekly Worship Experiences: Tuesday Prayer Service, 6:30 p.m.; Wednesday (resumes 9/12); Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. (resumes 9/20); Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.; Teen Church, 10:00 a.m., 2nd Sundays; Children’s Church, 3rd Sundays (K-3); Older Children’s Church, 4th Sundays (4th7th).

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

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

Hurricane Harvey/Irma Relief Effort: We are again partnering with So Send I You to provide relief to the displaced in Houston, TX. We are receiving monetary donations (money orders or checks ONLY) and water and personal hygiene items ONLY). We will be collecting from September 10th-September 24th from 9:00 a.m. until 6 p.m. daily with the exclusion of Saturdays.

September 23 – Fashion Show and Luncheon from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Adult tickets $25, children 5-12, $10 and children under 5, FREE! Please contact the church office for tickets at (347) 202-7006.

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

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

If you have news to share with your neighbors, please let us know at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3375/6; email: cctimes@riverbaycorp.com or fax (718) 320-2595.

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Resolutions

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First Reading - Resolution #17-58 SUBMITTED BY: Linda Berk SECONDED BY: Jerome Rice BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: September 13, 2017 WHEREAS, the Riverbay Board of Directors is charged with providing oversight responsibilities for a corporation valued at $3 billion with an annual budget of approximately $220,000; and WHEREAS, Directors have a fiduciary responsibility for Riverbay Corporation making multi-million dollar decisions at most Riverbay Board Business meetings; and WHEREAS, Riverbay Board of Directors are responsible for making decisions that impact the quality of life for roughly 50,000 shareholders, WHEREAS, all shareholders regardless of background, training or education may run for election to the Riverbay Board of Directors; and WHEREAS, currently there is no requirement that candidates for the Board of Directors to have any prior experience, training or education relevant to the fiduciary responsibility for Riverbay Corporation; and WHEREAS, in order to insure that members of the Riverbay Board of Directors have a basic understanding of Riverbay By-Laws, NYS Corporate ByLaws, Riverbay Resolutions, board corporate best practices, group communication dynamics, team building and other necessary professional skills necessary for making the best decision for all shareholders.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that there will be an annual board development program at a suitable location to provide further development for returning Board Directors and orientation for new Board of Director members.

RESOLVED, that this annual training be required of all directors and should not be missed without a confirmed conflict or just cause which shall be documented in the corporation’s records; RESOLVED, that if a director misses the annual training without a confirmed conflict or just cause, the Director’s unexcused absence will be published in the Co-op City Times, will be considered an unexcused absence from a regularly scheduled board meeting, and the Director may, upon a majority vote of the Board, be subject to additional sanctions, including suspension from the right to publish a Viewpoint in the Co-op City Times, or to otherwise participate in Board business for a period not to exceed 30 days.

RESOLVED, that the development program will include review of Riverbay By-Laws, NYS Corporate By-Laws, critical Riverbay Resolutions, best practices and team building; and be it further RESOLVED, that this program will be coordinated by the President, Treasurer and General Counsel and will be carried out by Board Liaisons RESOLVED, that the Board President is hereby authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

First Reading - Resolution #17-62 SUBMITTED BY: Jerome L. Rice SECONDED BY: Kevin Lambright & Leah Richardson BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING DATED: September 13th, 2017 WHEREAS, Board members bear a significant public responsibility to ensure that Co-op City and its assets are well managed and maintained; and WHEREAS, Board members have access to a considerable amount of personal information concerning cooperators and such information is to be held in the strictest confidence and not disclosed to any person except insofar as it has a direct bearing on the business of the Riverbay Corporation or as required by law; and WHEREAS, The Department of Public Safety maintains confidential incident reports and video surveillance that may impact on active police investigations, civil litigation and a cooperator’s personal privacy; and WHEREAS, In order to ensure Board members have access to the information they need to carry out their responsibility and to ensure the confidentiality of Public Safety records, to the extent required by law, all Board members’ requests for Public Safety reports or to view video surveillance must be submitted in writing to the President or in his/her absence to the 1st Vice-President who will, after consulting with the Committee Chair of Security, Chief of Public Safety and any other necessary staff, coordinate the release of the requested information to such Board member.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That all Board member requests for Public Safety reports or to view video surveillance must be submitted in writing to the President or in his/her absence to the 1st Vice-President who will, after consulting with the necessary staff, including but not limited to the Committee Chair of Security, Chief of Public Safety, General Manager and/or Counsel, will coordinate the release of the requested information to the extent required by law to the Board member; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this Resolution shall take effect immediately.

First Reading - Resolution #17-59 SUBMITTED BY: Linda Berk SECONDED BY: Rod Saunders & Leah Richardson BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: SEPTEMBER 13, 2017 WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has passed various resolutions to promote the Co-op City Times as a family community newspaper; and WHEREAS, the Board of Directors has opposed using the Co-op City Times for personally attacking or vilifying neighbors, Board members, members of Management or Elected officials; and WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Co-op City community that the Co-op City Times be supportive of all groups within the community.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Co-op City Times will not publish anything that personally attacks another person.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this resolution will take effect immediately.

First Reading - Resolution #17-60 SUBMITTED BY: Bernard Cylich SECONDED BY: Sonia Feliciano & Leah Richardson BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING, DATED: September 13th, 2017 WHEREAS, Local Law 11 mandates that every 5 years owners of high-rise buildings inspect and if necessary make repairs to the buildings’ facades; and WHEREAS, Riverbay sent out 17 bid packages to architectural firms to prepare detailed scope of work plans that can then be bid out to contractors to perform such work; and WHEREAS, Riverbay after performing its due diligence recommends Merritt Engineering as a lowest responsible bidder for contract #3154, see attached memorandum dated 9/8/17 from the project manager.

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: That the Board approves awarding contract #3154 to Merritt Engineering as the lowest responsible bidder be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

First Reading - Resolution #17-63 SUBMITTED BY: Jerome L. Rice SECONDED BY: Linda Berk & Evelyn Turner BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: September 13th, 2017 WHEREAS, existing laws prohibit the sale of tobacco and tobacco products to minors; and WHEREAS, within the City of New York merchants are prohibiting from selling tobacco or tobacco products to individuals under the age of 21; and WHEREAS, a single violation of said law results in monetary penalties and a public record; two violations within three years results in monetary penalties and the loss of a license to sell tobacco products; three violations within three years results in a monetary fine, the loss of a license, and the closure of the merchant’s store for 60 days; four violations results in a monetary fine, the loss of a license to sell tobacco and lotto tickets for one year, and the closure of a merchant’s store for 60 days; and WHEREAS, all commercial lease agreements in Riverbay shopping plazas contain provisions mandating that commercial tenants abide by all existing laws, including laws prohibit-

ing the sale of tobacco and tobacco products to minors; and WHEREAS, violation of said lease provisions may result in a termination of the lease agreement; and WHEREAS, residential shareholders have observed commercial tenants selling tobacco to individuals they believe to be minors; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Riverbay shall strictly enforce commercial lease provisions, including provisions providing for the termination of said lease agreements, to ensure that commercial tenants comply with all existing laws, including laws which prohibit the sale of tobacco to minors; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that management and legal develop a program to ensure that shareholders are aware of their right to report violations of said law by calling 311; and that Management have a system in place to monitor and follow up on reported violations of said laws.

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

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A leader in the Indian campaign for home rule, Gandhi worked all his life to spread his own brand of passive resistance across India and the world. By 1920, his concept of Satyagraha (“insistence upon truth”) had made Gandhi an enormously influential figure for millions of followers. Jailed by the British government from 1922-24, he withdrew from political action for a time during the 1920s but in 1930 returned with a new civil disobedience campaign. This landed Gandhi in prison again, but only briefly, as the British made concessions to his demands and invited him to represent the Indian National Congress Party at a round-table conference in London.

After his return to India in January 1932, Gandhi wasted no time beginning another civil disobedience campaign, for which he was jailed yet again. Eight months later, Gandhi announced he was beginning a “fast unto death” in order to protest British support of a new Indian constitution, which gave the country’s lowest classes–known as “untouchables”– their own separate political representation for a period of 70 years. Gandhi believed this would permanently and unfairly divide India’s social classes. A member of the more powerful Vaisya, or merchant caste, Gandhi nonetheless advocated the emancipation of the untouchables, whom he called Harijans, or “Children of God.” “This is a god-given opportunity that has come to me,” Gandhi said from his prison cell at Yerovda, “to offer my life as a final sacrifice to the downtrodden.” Though other public figures in India–including Dr. Bhimrao Ramji Ambdekar, the official political representative of the untouchables–had questioned Gandhi’s true commitment to the lower classes, his sixday fast ended after the British government accepted the principal terms of a settlement between higher caste Indians and the untouchables that reversed the separation decision.

As India slowly moved towards independence, Gandhi’s influence only grew. He continued to resort to the hunger strike as a method of resistance, knowing the British government would not be able to withstand the pressure of the public’s concern for the man they called Mahatma, or “Great Soul.” On January 12, 1948, Gandhi undertook his last successful fast in New Delhi, to persuade Hindus and Muslims in that city to work toward peace. On January 30, less than two weeks after breaking that fast, he was assassinated by a Hindu extremist on his way to an evening prayer meeting. History.com

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