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Legislative Committee Plans Meeting New Police Chief Brings 37 Years With Co-op City Commuters Of NYPD Experience To Co-op City

Shareholders who depend on public bus service provided by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) are encouraged to share their concerns and opinions for restructuring the current bus routes to better serve the community with the Riverbay Legislative Committee.

The committee, chaired by Board director Rod Saunders, will meet in open session from 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 29th, in Dreiser Auditorium B. Shareholders who would like to speak should sign the sign-in sheet.

This pre-“Fast Forward” meeting will be an opportunity to prepare and present a cohesive plan when the MTA brings its “Fast Forward Bronx Bus Sexual and Domestic Network Redesign Workshop” to Co-op Violence Seminar City on Tuesday, October 9, 6-8 p.m. in Next Thursday in room 31 of the Bartow Center. Similar workshops have been scheduled by the Bartow Center MTA throughout the city; the Co-op

BY FIIFI FRIMPONG City workshop is one of six being held The Co-op City Department of in Bronx communities to interact with Public Safety will offer a seminar and solicit input from local stakeholders on preventing sexual crimes and who utilize the MTA’s bus service in domestic violence on Thursday, Sept. order to better service those riders.

27, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in room 31 “In 2009 and 2010 when the MTA preof the Bartow Community Center. sented their proposal to change our bus Sergeant Milton Gregory of Pub- routes, we did not come out strongly lic Safety will be the host for the enough or weigh in, and so we do not event. He will be joined by special want a repeat of that,” said Director guest speakers from the Legal Infor- Saunders. mation for Families Today and New In fact, in the February 27, 2010 issue York Police Department’s Special of the Co-op City Times announcing the (Continued on page 2) March 3, 2010 (Continued on page 2)

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Appreciation Luncheon Recognized Community’s First Responders Co-op City held its annual First Responders Appreciation Luncheon on Friday, September 14, with Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams as the guest speaker.

The event, which took place in the

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Bartow Mall courtyard, included a catered lunch and live DJ. Organized by the Riverbay Security Committee—which is chaired by Director Jerome Rice—and the Riverbay Corporation, the First Responders (Continued on page 3)

Co-op City First Responders pose with their appreciation awards.

Photo by Fiifi Frimpong

Rebroadcast of Sept. 12th Riverbay Board Meeting

The Wednesday, Sept. 12th Riverbay Board meeting, held in the Einstein Center, will be broadcast on Friday, Oct. 5; Saturday, Oct. 6, and Sunday, Oct. 7, from 4 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Be an informed cooperator.

Tune in to Channel 12 (MATV) or Channel 591 (Cablevision).

Joseph R. Riley, the newlyappointed police chief of the Co-op City Public Safety Department, started his long and varied career with the NYPD walking the beat in BedfordStuyvesant in the early 1980s. Riley has served in many capacities over the past three decades and brings that wide range of experience to this community.

“My tenure with the NYPD was phenomenal,” Riley said. “The training and the executive development that I received was the best in the world. The NYPD is the world’s greatest large metropolitan police department.”

Riley comes to the Co-op City community with over 37 years of law enforcement experience. He began his career on patrol in the 77th Precinct in Brooklyn and was proBY JIM ROBERTS

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Chief Joseph Riley (left) and Capt.

David Perez of the Co-op City Public Safety Department, both veterans of the NYPD, bring their leadership experience to Co-op City, emphasizing collaboration with residents.

Chief Riley took over as CCPD Chief on Sept. 17, after 37 years with the NYPD. Photo by Jim Roberts

Co-op City’s 50th Anniversary Banquet Tickets Available Online

Shareholders who would like to attend Co-op City’s 50th Anniversary Gala Dinner Dance on December 10th at Marina Del Rey can now order tickets online by logging onto www.co-opcitygala.eventbrite.com. Tickets are $125 each with a limited number of discounts available to shareholders qualified under SCRIE and DRIE. For more information, call 347-913-4226.

Planning Commission Set To Vote On Animal Shelter On Bartow Ave. Sept. 26 A vote to approve the controversial proposed New York City animal shelter across the street from Co-op City is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 26, at the New York City Planning Commission.

If the Commission votes “yes,” the proposal then moves on the New York City Council and ultimately to Mayor de Blasio if the council also approves the plan.

The City Planning Commission meeting will be live streamed. (See https://www1.nyc.gov/site/planning/about/commission-meetings.page). A CPC report will be available online within a few days of the vote detailing the CPC’s consideration of the proposal. Check here: http://a030-cpc.nyc.gov/html/ cpc/index.aspx.

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BY JIM ROBERTS

C.L.A.A.Y. @ Co-op City Information Session TODAY!

C.L.A.A.Y. @ Co-op City is seeking volunteers and participants. Come to room 31, Bartow Center, today, Saturday, Sept. 22, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for an information session. Turn your ideas into action.

C.L.A.A.Y. is a free program geared to fifth graders, middle school and high school students. It teaches powerful skills to make a difference in your community.

Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Riverbay Board Director Leah Richardson, 917-495-0585.

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Legislative Committee

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MTA hearing on the bus service cuts, Female Democratic District Leader Shirley Saunders, one of only two shareholders (the other, John Rose) known to have attended and presented testimony at the hearing on behalf of the community, encouraged other shareholders to attend and speak up. She stated: “People have to come out on March 3rd and speak out or else we will lose much of our service.

We have to stop being reactive and start being proactive or else we have other people making decisions for us and we will not be happy with the result.”

“This time around, I want to make sure that shareholders are heard, I want to make sure that they know that we care and, in this particular case, we don’t have to go anywhere – we don’t have to go to Fordham Road. All we have to do is be home, and be there, and make sure that we have a clear, educated response as to what we want,” Director Saunders said.

The MTA’s “Fast Forward” transit improvement plan to modernize the city’s buses, subways and paratransit services, was announced in May of this year by NYC Transit President Andy Byford.

“Our plan demonstrates what can be done in a vastly expedited timeframe to transform New York City Transit from a state of emergency into a network worthy of the world’s greatest city,” Byford said at the announcement.

“Fast Forward” is a 10-year plan which was previously scheduled to take more than 40 years to accomplish. The highlights of the first five years are: state-ofthe-art signal system on five (5) subway lines which include signals, modernized interlockings and additional power where needed; more than 50 new stations to be made accessible so riders are never more than two stops away from an accessible station; repair work at more than 150 stations; installation of more than 650 new subway cars; more than 1,200 (Communications-based train control) CBTC-modified cars; redesign of bus routes in all 5 borough; new fare payment system and 2,800 new buses.

In the final five years, the work includes: a state-of-the-art signal system on 6 new lines; improved accessibility at more than 130 additional stations, with the remainder of all possible stations completed by 2034; state-of-good-repair work at more than 150 stations, more than 3,000 new subway cars and 2,100 new buses.

For bus riders, the “Fast Forward” bus redesign plan will feature customerfocused routes, faster and more reliable travel times and more comfortable and environmentally friendly buses, which will be described in detail both at the September 29th Legislative Committee meeting and the October 9th MTA “Fast Forward” workshop. In addition to the new customer-focused routes, the new plan will incorporate enforced bus lanes to cut down on travel time; “Next bus” signs which are audio-capable; new bus command center for centralized control; and the infusion of more than 2,800 new electric buses within five years.

Director Saunders said that he is especially interested in the restoration of the bus service that the community enjoyed prior to the 2010 changes, most notably service not only to and from Co-op City, but service in and around all sections of Co-op City; shorter time intervals between buses; making sure that buses servicing the community are accessible to all segments of the Co-op City population; installation of the “Next Bus” signs so shareholders will be better advised and can make informed decisions regarding their commute; and bus shelters at bus stops the community in case of inclement weather.

“What the MTA does with any of the other buses that they have now streamed into Co-op City coming from all other areas, whether it is the 30 or the 29, etc., we have no pony in that fight because that’s sort of a Bay Plaza issue; we are only concerned with the restoration of the service that we had,” said Director Saunders, noting that prior to the 2010 bus restructuring, Co-op City had the best bus service in the Bronx with wait intervals of only 5-7 minutes between buses. He also said that he intends to bring up Access-A-Ride as well at the “Fast Forward” workshop, a service that has not been dependable for shareholders who rely on it.

The June 2010 bus changes significantly impacted the Bx26, Bx28, the former QBx1, which is now the Q50, and the express bus to Manhattan, BxM7, the major bus service that Mr. Saunders said he will focus on. With the changes, Co-op City commuters have endured fewer buses and more transfers to travel in/out and around the community.

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Victims Unit to inform attendees about the dangers of domestic violence.

The seminar, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund and the Riverbay Security Committee, is aimed at educating shareholders on the different ways to reduce their risk of being a victim.

This event is returning this year after previous presentations which included prosecutors and investigators detailing how accusations of rape and other sex crimes are brought to trial leading to successful convictions. Literature will be given out to advise the public on what’s a healthy relationship and what are signs of a relationship that is unhealthy and could lead to violence.

The seminar is especially important for the parents of pre-teens, teens, and young adults and the expectation is for the information to be taken home for ongoing discussions.

This seminar comes at a time when the Bronx is experiencing a 21.6% increase in rapes and a 41.9% increase in misdemeanor sex crimes from 2017.

According to the NYPD’s CompStat 2.0, the number of rapes rose from 222 to 270 and misdemeanor sex crimes rose from 387 to 549.

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With Much Gratitude To Our Neighbors

My father, Rafael Nieves, died of renal failure on August 17, 2018 at 89 years of age. He enjoyed the autonomy his scooter and living in Co-op City offered him. I thank all the kind neighbors who held doors and elevators for us. You helped make our lives easier and safer. The greetings and assistance you offered are warmly remembered.

—Evelyn Nieves

The 2010 changes resulted in the Bx26 being rerouted, eliminating the portion of the route that took shareholders to and from the northern section of Co-op City via Baychester Avenue, Dreiser Loop and Co-op City Blvd. Those who take the Bx. 26 from the west Bronx into Co-op City now have to transfer at the corner of Baychester and Bartow Avenue to take the Bx. 30 or the newly established Bx. 3, which now covers the northern section of the community and then extends itself into Bay Plaza. The Bx26 now follows the exact route of the former Bx25 which is no longer being used.

At the same time, the newly established Bx. 38 now takes commuters from Bartow Avenue onto Baychester Avenue and Co-op City Blvd., traveling the entire exterior of Sections 1 to 4 before heading into Bay Plaza where the line terminates. In addition, the Bx28, now skips Sections 1 to 4 entirely and travels across Bartow Avenue and into Section 5.

The Bx28, Bx38 and the restructured Bx30, all had stops along Asch Loop eliminated from their routes.

The Legislative Committee is urging shareholders to come out on Saturday, Sept. 29, and provide input to the plan that is being formulated for presentation to the MTA so that it is a focused, targeted, community response.

Director Saunders stated: “This will not be a decision made in a back room.

This decision will be made by the community. I want to help provide guidance as to how we can be more effective in our response, but I want the response to be from the shareholders. This will be a cooperator-driven effort.”

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Hispanic Heritage Day, Sept. 30, in Dreiser Hispanic Heritage Day, presented by the Riverbay Fund and the Spanish-American Community Club of Co-op City, will be held on Sunday, Sept. 30, in the Dreiser Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop. The event is free.

The afternoon of performances, refreshments, raffles and DJ music will be held from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Performers include Casa Boricua, Bailes FolkLoricos de Puerto Rico, Little Branches, Ramitas de Borinquen, Ray Martinez Legacy Latin Jazz and others.

Free After School Tennis The Co-op City tennis program of New York Junior Tennis and Learning will offer free afterschool tennis instruction and play from 3 to 6 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, on the tennis courts behind MS 181. Registration is ongoing and open to all young people between 5 and 18 years old. Racquets and equipment are provided.

The only requirement for players is a good pair of sneakers or tennis shoes.

NYC Disabilities Expo On Sunday, October 14, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., the Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church is hosting the NYC Disabilities Expo in the Einstein Community Center located at 135 Einstein Loop. The expo features exhibitors, a speaker series that will touch on mental health and disaster preparedness amongst other topics, clinics and workshops and interactive arts.

For more information, contact the Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church at sdacoopcity@gmail.com or disabilitiesministries@gnyc.org.

Bereavement Support Resumes The Bereavement Support Group led by Rev. Dr. Robert Smith and meant to support those trying to recover from the loss of a loved one or friend resumed meeting at 1 p.m.

Monday, September 10th, in Dreiser Community Center. For more information, call Dr. Smith at 917-7344058.

Appreciation event was aimed at celebrating and thanking the Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD), the NYC Fire Department, Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) and other active or retired emergency personnel for all that they do to keep Co-op City safe.

“I too am a first responder and so when I was asked to take over this event, this was very dear to my heart,” said Director Rice. “It’s important for us to remember the people who answer the call.”

Board members and other public figures in the community were also present to give words of gratitude to the first responders being honored.

Bishop Angelo Rosario of Church of God’s Children and CEO of the Bronx Borough President’s Bronx Clergy Task Force started off the event with a prayer and a speech commenting on the hardships that first responders face and their willingness to still go above and beyond to help those in the community.

“You don’t ask who is coming to your house, riding in the ambulance or driving the police car, you don’t ask,” said Bishop Rosario. “They could be Hispanic, they could be Puerto Rican, they could be black, they could be yellow, but they’re all human and God has chosen them to be able to be a help to each and every one of us.”

The other speakers at the event included Noel Ellison, general manager of Riverbay Corporation; Rodney Saunders, second vice president of Riverbay’s Board of Directors; and Junius Williams, member of the Board of Directors and a former chair of the Security Committee.

The executive general manager of Riverbay Corporation, Bob Klehammer, also gave a brief speech praising CCPD for their community policing and all they do to make sure that the calls they receive from Co-op City residents will be answered.

“A lot of people ask me ‘why does Co-op City need its own police department? Doesn’t NYPD take care of us?’

And, the answer is ‘well to a certain extent,’ but CCPD really does personify the concept of community policing,” said Mr. Klehammer. “So, we’ll answer the noise calls of a

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resident that NYPD wouldn’t. We’ll answer the calls of a concerned senior citizen over something that people in the general public might think is ridiculous but we don’t here because we try to keep this as a community.”

Eric Adams then followed up with a speech highlighting his work in Brooklyn and his advocacy in finding alternative ways to treat illnesses, rather than using medication. Using his experience with diabetes that nearly left him blind and an amputee, he stressed the importance of changing one’s diet, which was how he was able to combat his diabetes without taking medication. “It was not my DNA, it was my dinner; it was not my lineage, it was my lunch; it was not where I was born, it was my breakfast,” he said.

Adams also talked about his work with the Deputy Mayor of Health and Mayor Bill de Blasio to open a “nutrition-based clinic that will reverse diseases” in Bellevue Hospital.

“When people come in with diabetes and heart disease and other forms of cancer, they don’t only have to be dealing with the doctors who’re going to give them medication to treat their symptoms; they are now going to go to a place where they are going to deal with a staff and doctor, nutritionist and cook that’s going to wrap around the surfaces and show them how to reverse their diseases,” he said.

Following Adams’ speech, the First Responders Appreciation Luncheon ended with Director Rice handing out various appreciation awards. The awards were presented to detectives, sergeants and officers from CCPD as Mr. Rice thanked them for their work in the community, from answering calls to hosting workshops that teach residents how to stay safe.

Lobby attendants were also given awards for their hard work as the “eyes and ears in the community that keep us safe.” Current and past members of the Security Committee were also handed awards for the help they have given in discussing ways to keep residents safe year-round.

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“Dads Take Your Child to School Day” In Co-op City

Over 100 dads filled the room this past Tuesday, September 18, in support of the 10th Annual “Dads Take Your Child to School Day” at P.S. 153x.

The theme this year was the celebration of the 10th annual Dads Take Your Child to School Day and the importance of this event for the community.

2018 marks a decade this program has been in place. Originally, it was started by the NYS Office of Children and Family Service (OFCS) and the More than 100 fathers took their children to school at P.S. 153x in Co-op City NYS Office of Temporary Disability Assistance on September 18th and stayed for an inspirational program coordinated by (OTDA) in response to the first “Million Father Mr. Ron Hartridge, Parent Coordinator at the school.

March” held in Chicago. me great pleasure to walk into a room and see so many men,” Mr. Ronald Hartridge, P.S.153x Parent Coordinator and a Councilman King said. “Why? Because when I go to ParentCo-op City resident, is the organizer of this local event and was Teacher meetings, I see a lot of moms and grandmothers. Men, there when the program first started, when there were more it should not be the exception that you showed up today. It panelists than fathers in attendance. should be our norm each and every day. All of us have a re“Considering we’ve gotten about 100 fathers or so in the past sponsibility to our children to help them get it right.” few years, I’d say this year was in line with that. It was a good Mr. Hartridge also acknowledges that a lot of the success turnout,” Mr. Hartridge said. with the program is due to the efforts of the principal of Special guests this year included: Keynote Speaker, Shawn P.S.153x, Meghan Kelley.

Dove, CEO of Campaign for Black Male Achievement; Derek “If my principal wasn’t here, I wouldn’t be here,” Mr. HarPhilips, CEO of Real Dads Network; State Senator Jamaal Bailey; tridge remarked. “We’re two peas in a pod.”

Chimere Stephens, Program Director of the Men Teach Program According to the National Fatherhood Initiative’s website, and William Clyde Jr., Director of HEOP at L.I.U. Post University. children who grow up without a father are more likely to end “At the elementary school level, the doors haven’t always up in prison and twice as likely to drop out of high school. Furbeen open for us,” Mr. Hartridge said. “I’m happy to be chang- thermore, according to research done in 2011, prior to former ing the culture. When I first started, too often I would feel a lull. Mayor Bloomberg’s launch of the “Young Men Initiative,” the But now, we’re starting to see parents leaving here feeling em- problem of absent fathers “disproportionately impacts New powered to be involved in their kid’s education.”

York City’s black and Latino children. Fifty-one percent of Councilman Andy King was also in attendance to address black and 46% of Latino children in New York City under the the fathers. age of 18 are being raised in fatherless households, compared “We’re just one big happy family here in Co-op City. It gives to 11% of white children.”

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

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moted to roles of progressive responsibility over the span of his career: Sergeant in 1985; Lieutenant in 1989, Captain in 1992; Deputy Inspector in 1998 and, ultimately, Deputy Chief in 2010.

He has served in various precincts across New York City, as well as Midtown Precinct South. He has also served in the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Community Affairs, the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Management and Budget, Detective Borough (Bronx), the Police Cadet Corps, the Administrative Services Division, the Building Maintenance Section, Patrol Borough Manhattan South, and Patrol Borough Manhattan North.

New CCPD Chief Riley was assigned as an NYPD Deputy Chief in both Patrol Borough Manhattan North and Patrol Borough Manhattan South and has also served as the Adjutant of Patrol Borough Manhattan South. He served as Commanding Officer of the Office of the Deputy Commissioner of Management and Budget, and also served as the Detective Borough Bronx Operations Commander, as well as the Executive Officer of the 5th and Midtown South Precincts, as well as the Administrative Services Division.

Throughout all those years of police work in New York City, Chief Riley learned to work in collaboration with a wide variety of people and communities and to reach consensus to improve the quality of life for residents.

“People, both within the department and within the community, may not always agree with me, but I hope that once they get to know me, I will earn their respect,” Chief Riley said. “I would like to believe that I leave the NYPD with a solid reputation with all I worked with and those I worked for.”

Chief Riley replaces former Chief Frank Apollo who retired from the CCPD this past March after nine years as chief and a total of 31 years of service in the department. Chief Riley was appointed to his position by Riverbay Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer. His first day in command was Sept. 17. Captain David Perez, who served as interim chief, will be Chief Riley’s second-incommand.

“I welcome Chief Riley to Co-op City and am pleased he has joined the team,” Klehammer said. “I look forward to working with him and Captain David Perez to improve the training and professionalism of the department.”

“Captain Perez is an integral part of the operation,” Chief Riley said. “He has knowledge of CCPD and the community and brings his NYPD experience. We actually worked together in Upper Manhattan for a period of time on major incivote on the animal shelter proposal are: Marisa Lago, Chair: Kenneth J. Knuckles, Esq., Vice Chairman; Allen P. Cappelli; Alfred C. Cerullo, III; Cheryl Cohen Effron; Michelle de la Uz; Joseph Douek; Richard W. Eaddy; Hope Knight; Anna Hayes Levin; Orlando Marín and Larisa Ortiz. Orlando Marin is the representative on the commission from the Bronx.

Information about the commissioners is available at https://www1.nyc.gov/ site/planning/about/commission.page.

Co-op City’s representative on the City Council, City Council Member Andy King, has repeatedly expressed his opposition to placing the Animal Care Center on Bartow Avenue. In past practice, the Council generally votes along with the wishes of the Council member representing the community hosting the land use proposal in question.

Complicating this case is the City Council’s vote in June to require that at least one Animal Care Center be placed in each of the five boroughs by 2024. If the City Council votes this Bartow Avenue project down, another site in the Bronx must be found and approved and the shelter be completed before the end of 2024.

Even a “no” vote by either the City Council or the Planning Commission still does not prevent the matter from going on to the Mayor’s office, which, in the case of this proposal, has Mayoral Zoning Override powers which means it can still approve the project despite the objections and denials of the other governing bodies involved in ULURP, the Uniformed Land Use Review Procedure.

Should the Mayor’s office use its zoning override powers in this case, the matter will then go back to the City Council, which can veto the Mayor’s override through a two-thirds vote, according to the City Council website.

Co-op City residents, a majority of who appear to be against the placement of the animal shelter on Bartow Avenue, have been influential in the ULURP process so far. Both Community Board 10 and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. have responded to community concerns by deciding not to recommend approval of the animal shelter.

A large turnout by shelter opponents from here at the CB 10 hearing in Bartow Center led to Community Board 10 voting to recommend against the Bartow Avenue location in June. In July, the speakers at a public hearing hosted by the Bronx Borough President’s office were roughly two-to-one against the project with most of those speakers from Co-op City. That partially led to Borough President Diaz Jr. recommending against the project.

And on Aug. 8, despite less than 24-hour notice about the CPC public hearing in lower Manhattan, about a dozen Co-op City residents against the project were able to hurry down to the hearing that morning and at least offset some of the comments in favor of the project made to the commission.

dents. Capt. Perez has a solid reputation and my initial impression is very positive. He’s forthcoming, he’s honest – a typical NYPD executive who will tell you what you need to know and won’t sugarcoat things.”

“Welcome aboard to Chief Riley,” Capt. Perez said. “We have a history together when I was a captain and he was the chief of Manhattan North where Housing is an umbrella agency. We dealt with barricaded situations, we dealt with protests and other situations.

“I know that with the combination of Chief Riley’s experience and mine, we can continue to move the CCPD in a positive direction. I look forward to working with him toward making this community a safer and better place to live for all the residents,” Capt. Perez said.

Chief Riley said that one of his first priorities is to get to know the residents of Co-op City and to become involved on a first-hand basis. “The key to the NYPD’s tremendous successes is working in partnership with the community and that is something I hope to carry over to the Co-op City Public Safety Department,” he said.

“I understand there are a lot of committees and community groups and buildings associations here and I intend to get their input because building relationships with the community is key,” he said. “At my first roll call here, I said I am a customer service oriented person and that’s rule number one. We are here to serve the community and we will continue to serve and make inroads and improvements. Dave has brought me up to speed on a lot of what’s going on and I think we have a good basis for a solid management team.”

The size of the population here and the large number of buildings containing over 15,000 apartments requires experience in a major organization and Chief Riley sees his NYPD career as the optimal training ground for his new assignment.

“Co-op City is obviously a very large entity and I come here from one of the largest bureaucratic organizations in the city of New York so it’s a perfect fit,” the Chief said. “Plus, I have a very good background of both administrative and operational experience.

“I come from a Department that demonstrated community collaboration and frequently took the lead on matters of safety, security and importance to the community. The NYPD maintained the lead role in many citywide and community specific issues. We always managed to get the job done, and I will continue that mindset in my new position as Chief of this Department,” Chief Riley said.

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More highlights from the Annual First Responders Luncheon held on Friday, September 14th in the Bartow Courtyard.

Photos by Fiifi Frimpong and Alfred Lynch, Jr.

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

Letter to the Editor

A Celebration Of The Queen Of Soul – What A Gathering!

To the Editor: activists. Chef Georgette Moye’, who The African American Association also serves as secretary for the group, of Co-op City had its first meeting of created a mouthwatering hot meal that the fiscal year on Monday, September Aretha herself would have enjoyed.

17th. The format of the meetings has The music was soulful and sentimenbeen changed to present a more intertal and joyous and so was everyone active, social gathering; and boy did who attended. We talked about everythey achieve that! thing from The Queen’s appearance The theme for the evening was in: Celebrate Aretha: The Queen of Soul.

• 1967 at the NY Philharmonic (now Vice President Deborah C. Nelson known as The Theatre at Madison gave a recap of her experience being Square Garden…(RESPECT was the at the Home Going Service in Detroit “hit” at that time). and her associations with the Queen • 1972 when she supported the Musherself. Other guests and members, lims after the mosques were attacked. including Ms. Evelyn Turner, shared • 1998 when Luciano Pavarotti wonderful memories and their encounwas struck ill and the producers of ters with Ms. Franklin and Dr. Martin the Grammy’s called on Aretha to fill Luther King and other pioneers and in with only 30 minutes to prepare.

Riverbay Safety News Alert How To Respond When An Active Shooter Is In Your Vicinity

Quickly determine the most reasonable way to protect your life – run, hide or fight. Seconds count.

RUN: If there is an accessible escape path, evacuate.

Act quickly to put as much distance between yourself and the shooter as possible.

• Have an escape route and plan in mind • GO, regardless of whether others agree to follow • Leave your belongings • Keep your hands visible and empty • Help others escape, if possible • Prevent individuals from entering an area where the active shooter may be • Do not attempt to move wounded people • Call 9-1-1 when it’s safe to do so HIDE: If you cannot escape, find a place to hide and barricade yourself.

• Choose a place that is out of view • Lock the door and block it with heavy furniture or office equipment • Hide behind solid objects away from the door • If possible, choose a place that doesn’t trap you or restrict your options to move • Turn off lights and computers • Silence your phone and keep quiet • Call 9-1-1 if it’s safe; if you can’t speak, just stay on the line FIGHT: As a last resort, and only if your life is in danger and you cannot flee, attempt to take the shooter down. Your chance of survival is greater if you try to incapacitate the shooter by: • Acting as aggressively as possible • Throwing items and improvising weapons • Yelling • Committing to your actions When Law Enforcement Arrives: • Remain calm and follow instructions • Keep hands visible and empty 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.

Miss Franklin took the stage and absolutely slayed that song and put the words “Nessun Dorma” on the vocabulary list of the black experience and gave one of the richest, most soulful renditions of that song ever performed or recorded.

• Most important to note, Ms. Franklin was a freedom fighter. She served her community and humanity and that is what we must continue to do.

Step up our game and serve. Serve ourselves, our people and our community.

If she could see what we have here in Co-op City, and what we are not doing to preserve this grand space for our own, let us venture to say, she’d sing, “You better THINK.” —Michelle Marbury

CO-OP CITY COLLEGE, CAREER & RESOURCE FAIR —“IT’S COOL TO BE SMART!”

FREE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2018 LOCATION: The College of New Rochelle, Co-op City Campus - 755 Co-op City Boulevard Bronx, NY 10475 Who Should Attend?

Youth (Grades 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th) from: 9:30 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.

(Accompanied by an adult) SPECIAL EVENT at 10:00 A.M.: 2TRAIN ROBOTICS TEAM with ROBOT students built that has won several awards. The students are eager to spread the word of S.T.E.M. YOUTH (Grades 7th - 12th) from: 12 P.M.– 5 P.M. & ADULTS 21 & over who have not yet earned their college degree should attend.

OVER 30 College Representatives: CUNYSUNY-PRIVATE-HBCUs Participating – CAREER OPPORTUNITIES-Omega Black College 2019 Tours. (Sign up). Grace Institute for Women (Free Tuition). Free Flash Drive with over 300 leads to FREE money.

This event is sponsored by The Riverbay Fund, Inc., Co-op City- Bronx, New York & The College of New Rochelle, Co-op City Campus For further information, email: evelyntinez@aol.com or call: 917-324-1033 CO-OP CITY COLLEGE, CAREER & RESOURCE FAIR “IT’S COOL TO BE SMART!” Refreshments | Scholarship & Financial Aid Workshops beginning at 2:30 p.m.

This event is sponsored by The Riverbay Fund, Inc., Co-op City- Bronx, New York & The College of New Rochelle, Co-op City Campus. For further information, email: evelyntinez@aol.com or call: 917-324-1033

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

Public Safety Report

CCPD Prepares Juvenile Reports To Ensure Quality of Life on School Days

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are notified. It becomes necessary for the parent to respond to Public Safety As we complete the first weeks of school, everyHeadquarters with identification to pick up the child. In the event that the child one should be in the swing of the new school year. 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, We would like to make sure all students get through the child is transported to a Juvenile Detention facility. Both Public Safety and the school year without incident. It is important that the New York City Police Department take action regarding truant youths. parents assure that their children are not in violation of A Co-op City Community Complaint is also issued when the child is a Co-op any Riverbay Corporation rules or New York City laws City resident and the offense was committed within the confines of Co-op City. when traveling to and from school. Public Safety enforces all applicable regulations to insure the safety of all students, The Co-op City Community Complaint carries a monetary fine and can be added as well as the people and property of Co-op City. to the monthly carrying charges. The fine for the first offense is $125. Subsequent Officers of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety are violations result in doubled fines. Fines can be automatically added to the authorized to prepare Juvenile Reports when offenses of the law are committed by monthly rent. Rent will not be accepted without payment in full, including the persons at least seven years of age but less than sixteen years of age. The Juvenile 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 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 low crime rate within the community.

Juvenile Report takes the place of an arrest for all Violations and some MisdeJuvenile Reports are often issued for fighting during (Continued on page 26) meanors. 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 For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: often contacted to monitor future activity. The JuveLenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. nile Report starts the process of intervention before Please note that emails should be sent to both parties. serious delinquent activity begins.

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

When a child is taken into custody for the issuance of a Juvenile Report, the parents of the child For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions.

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Public Safety Blotter September 3 - 9, 2018 Sept. 03 – 120 Bellamy Loop A male was arrested by CCPD at this location after he was unable to provide verifiable details as to why he was in this building. The male was arrested and issued a summons for trespass.

Sept. 03 – 120 Benchley Place Two males were arrested by CCPD for public consumption and alcohol. One male is also facing other charges after becoming disorderly and combative with officers.

Sept. 03 – 140 Elgar Place CCPD officers were called to this location for a male threatening suicide. The male was located and restrained after he had already cut himself, and removed to a hospital for treatment.

Sept. 04 - 2049 Asch Loop CCPD detectives investigating a case did locate the subject of a crime that they had been seeking and placed him under arrest. He was processed and remanded to Bronx Central booking.

Sept. 06 – 120 DeKruif Place Two males entered the lobby and set upon a teenager assaulting him with weapons and ripping earrings off the victim’s ears. CCPD officers found the suspects during a canvass of the area whereupon they positively identified and arrested

by CCPD officers. They were charged with felony assault amongst the charges they are facing.

Sept. 08 – 99 Carver Loop An impatient cooperator was issued a community complaint after a garage entry arm mechanically failed. The cooperator removed a screw from the arm instead of waiting for the garage supervisor to arrive and handle. He is facing a fine of up to $350 for tampering with Riverbay property.

Sept. 09 – 140 Asch Loop CCPD units responded to a complaint of someone sleeping in a stairway. Upon arrival, a male at location saw officers and fled, but was captured. He was arrested after he could not provide a legitimate reason for being at said location.

Sept. 09 – 120 Debs Place Complainant states while shopping, she lost her house keys. She later returned to her residence and found her apartment door unlocked. Upon entry and search of residence, she found a sum of cash missing. This incident is still under investigation.

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson Secretary

Hello, Co-op citizens. I can’t wait to see where Jumaane Williams goes after this victorious defeat in the Sept. 13th NY Democratic Primary. As NY1 guest pundit Mike Morey said after the tally Thursday night, “Jumaane Williams has shown he’s a star.

He might not have won tonight but … he probably has, in the palm of this hand, many offices of his choosing if he decides to run again.”

Yes, he lost his run for NYS lieutenant governor, but my, oh my, did he come close, scoring 46.7% of the vote on a shoestring budget. Jumaane won in NYC by 54%, receiving, “the most votes ever for a person of more color running [in] a state wide primary. 640,000 votes.” That’s his term, “a person of more color.”

Hot on his heels, number–wise, with close to 580 thousand votes is someone who actually did win on the 13th — Letitia “Tish” James. She made doublewhammy history for being the first African American and the first woman to win a statewide primary election in her run for Attorney General.

James handily won in the city, but she didn’t capture a single county outside of NYC’s immediate area. Zephyr Teachout won in every county in the eastern half of the state and Sean Patrick Maloney won in every county in the western half.

Tish James won in the Bronx by huge margins, in Brooklyn and Nassau by a lot, in Queens and Staten Island by even better percentages than Brooklyn and Nassau, but she won just narrowly in Suffolk and by even slimmer numbers in Westchester. And she lost in Manhattan; a county Jumaane won by a nice margin in his race. He also carried a couple of upstate counties receiving many more votes than Tish did in her run: 1499 votes for her in the AG race and 6168

Post Primary Reflections

in his Lt Gov. race in Tompkins County; 2541 in Columbia County for him and 488 for her for AG. Why all the details? Why all the numbers? If Bronx voters want Tish to win the general election in November, which the Bronx resoundingly and obviously does, then, in my opinion, they have to harness the progressive energy that gave Jumaane his edge in Brooklyn (10,000 more votes for Jumaane in his race than James in hers) and in Manhattan (nearly 38,000 more votes for Jumaane than won by James.)

Tish hopped on the establishment train that rode her to victory, yet her acceptance speech stressed she would continue to “speak truth to power” and remain “unbossed and unbought” as Shirley Chisholm proclaimed in her day. "I will be that independent individual I have been for the last 20 years,” she said, reassuring progressives. She said, "This campaign … was about that man in the White House who can't go a day without threatening our fundamental rights, can't go a day without threatening the rights of immigrants, can't go a day without dividing us."

In order for Tish to ride into the history books as the first African American female attorney general of NY it will take establishment and progressive voters.

The pundits agree and the numbers show that in the state-wide races Democratic voters weren’t willing to risk it all on, “ …someone who doesn’t have a skill set to be an effective leader.” But the local races were a completely different story. Look what progressive voters managed to make happen in NYC races. Alessandra Biaggi, Jessica Ramos, Robert Jackson, John Liu, and Zellnor Myrie all challenged incumbents and won their NY state senate races. “…virtually SWEEPING out the turncoat IDC caucus,” says the WFP victory email.

Zellnor Myrie reported that unprecedented numbers of primary voters came out in his district to defeat the IDC incumbent. “The last competitive

Greetings.

Thank you all for going out to exercise your democratic duty to vote in the primary election on Thursday, September 13th.

Thank you to those who attended the NCNW Senior Health Seminar on Saturday, September 15th.

Sunday, September 16th, was Latin Jazz at the Rivers Run Community Garden with the sensational Juan Ortega. He played, he sang; we sang, we danced. It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon and we had a beautiful crowd. Salcita!!!

The Amano RFID garage access system has been installed in garage two. The garage staff is available onsite for the required records update process and to affix the new electronic access stickers to vehicle windshields.

Our September building association meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 27th, at 7 p.m. Our Game Night social event is scheduled for Saturday, September 29th at 7 p.m. We will have Scrabble, Checkers, Chess, Dominoes, Pokeno, Bingo, playing cards, etc. Please join us.

Calling all residents born between 1920 and 1950. The Building 9 Association, in collaboration with and with the support of a Neighborhood Grant sponsored by the Citizens Committee of New York, will host our very first Senior Residents Empowerment Project event in October. The Senior Empowerment Project is geared toward recognizing and celebrating our most senior seniors.

The project has, as its core mission, to include, involve, empower and to enrich the lives of our most senior neighbors, especially those who may feel isolated, lonely, depressed or those who just don't get out to socialize like they used to.

The focus of the event is to stroll, with you, down your own personal memory lane as you share your life and times with your neighbors. We will present visual aids in the form of pictorial books featuring people, places and events from the 1920s through the 1950s, as well as vintage signs to stimulate your memory and assist you on your journey. You will be able to share stories that only you and a precious few others are still around to recall. You will be able to share the stories that your children and grandchildren have long tire of hearing. You will hear the life stories of others, which are not very different from your own.

Come out and get to know who your neighbors really are. You will find that we all have a lot more in common than we have differences. Please see our flyers posted on lobby bulletin boards, our articles in this newspaper, visit our information table in the building lobbies, be on the look-out for project flyers under your doors, please answer as we go door-to-door to answer your questions and encourage you to participate, or you may speak with us personally for more details.

"Invisible wounds are the hardest to heal. Their closure requires others, patience and, most of all, time." –Jennifer Worth —Linda Collins

Building 9 Association

state senate election had 15,000 people vote, this year 40,000 people came out.”

In her victory speech, Alessandra Biaggi said, “This is not only because of me, this is because of every single one of you who were courageous, who saw a vision …, who knew that we could [no longer] tolerate democrats who [empower] Republicans,” Her 200 grand beat Jeff Klein’s $2 million proving, that at least at the local level, the vote is mightier than the buck; proving that nothing can stop the grass roots troops.

Speaking of votes and bucks, turnout for the gubernatorial primary was more than double what it was in 2014 – over 1.4 million compared to 574 thousand votes in 2014. Nixon lost earning more votes this year than Cuomo won with in 2014.

In her concession speech, Nixon wryly said of Cuomo, “When others were underestimating us, he did not. And he spent accordingly.” $25 million compared to Nixon’s 1.6 million. She did more than push him to spend money, though, she was also able to push him further to the left politically.

The primary senate victories show, she said, that “The Blue Wave is real and it’s not only coming for Republicans, it’s coming for Democrats who act like them.” She said her campaign was more than a symbolic victory because, “It forced the governor to make concrete commitments that will change the lives of people across the state.”

I’ve heard her speak many times throughout the campaign on TV and four times in person. If only she had used this inspiring concession speech throughout.

“This is more than a campaign…,” she said. “It’s not just a moment, it’s a movement… the fight for the soul of the Democratic party is just beginning.”

Then she said she’s filled with hope that progressive young people will, “create a nation that finally belongs to all of us.”

Thanks for reading. mpearson@riverbayboard.com; 718-219-1922.

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

Latin Jazz at the Garden

Latin/Jazz Sunday on Sept. 16th at the Rivers Run Community Garden was a huge hit thanks to Juan Ortega, the one-man band sensation. The free concert was enjoyed by local gardeners and neighbors and it was preceded on Saturday, Sept. 15, by a painting workshop facilitated by Valeria and Lelia.

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary

There was a good turnout for the Open Board Meeting in the Einstein Community Center on September 12th. The gallery session was especially interesting. More than 20 cooperators aired their concerns to the Board, ten of whom expressed the need for the Ring Video Doorbell. These shareholders desperately want this and stated that with the installation of this new bell, cooperators would be safer. It was mentioned that the townhouses have it and some of the offices at the Riverbay Corporation. I am interested in reviewing this topic with my Board colleagues.

Another issue expressed by more than one shareholder was the scaffolding in Section Five extending to three buildings. I know how depressing this can be because Building 20 underwent a similar experience with scaffolding being up and around my building for three years. The scaffolding is erected for our safety. When pieces of brick begin to fall from the building and/or balconies, it is better to have the scaffolding in place in order to avoid injuries or fatalities.

The corporation’s monthly bill for the scaffolding is expensive. But, what is the alternative? The cost of a casualty and/or lawsuit would be even greater. Also, Local Law 11 is ordered every five years for repairs on every building.

There continues to be complaints regarding the telephone service. Cooperators complained of waiting long periods of time when calling for service, or they are put on hold for additional extended periods. I realize it is taking a long time, but this problem is being worked on and I hope it can be resolved this year.

Voter Turnout I believe the cooperators came out strong for the Democratic Primary Election. Our community was given only a day’s notification that Gov. Andrew Cuomo was coming to Co-op City. Accompanying the Governor was Lt. Gov. Kathy Hochul and Public Advocate Letitia James, who ran for Attorney General. Congratulations to them on winning the primary election. On November 6th, there will be a general election when these Democratic Primary winners must run against Republicans and other political parties in order to win the overall election. So, mark your calendar and plan to vote on November 6th.

It is imperative that you check your voting site. I understand that there were several voters who went to the same place they voted the last time, and their location was changed. You should have received notification from the Board of Elections informing you of your possible new voting location. You may check your voting site at: www.vote.nyc.ny.us or call the Bronx Board of Elections at 718-299-9017.

Jails in the Bronx I received information that a Public Information Town Hall regarding borough-based jail placement would take place Tuesday, Sept. 18th, 6:30 p.m., at the Betances Community Center, 547 E. 146 Street, Bronx, NY 10455.

I am concerned about the shutdown of the Rikers Island jails and placing jails in our communities. Following this community’s experience regarding the animal shelter, there is no telling what attempts might be made to “dump” on Bronx communities. I mentioned this to our Councilman Andy King, but more discussion is needed. There is no plan to establish a jail on Staten Island. Yet, the Bronx already has one, and there are plans to open another one. We cannot sit back and do nothing.

When NYC Councilman Jumaane Williams recently campaigned here, I asked him about the plans to close Rikers Island jails and open jails in the communities. He responded that he was in agreement with the proposal, stating that it would be replaced with four jails, one in each borough, except Staten Island, so that persons arrested would be closer to their families, and that they would use facilities that already exist. I disagree with this decision. Rikers Island is not that far and it is surrounded by water.

Councilman Williams further stated that his vision is to reform the criminal justice system by reducing the prison population; that no one should remain behind bars due to lack of bail monies; and that there would be faster trial dates in order to resolve the alleged criminal action. I agree with Councilman Williams’ position on these topics and hope that they will come to fruition in the very near future.

I believe that the decision on community jails was

Open Board Meeting

initiated as a result of the Kalief Browder case. Browder was a teenager placed in an adult facility after being accused of allegedly stealing a backpack. He remained incarcerated on Rikers Island for three years, being subjected to beat-downs and solitary confinement. That three-year experience had such a traumatic effect on him that he committed suicide following his release. My concern is whether the powers that be are truly concerned about the prisoners, their families and corrections officers, or is Rikers Island wanted as prime property for luxury housing!?

including wheelchair and functional needs seminars; Interactive Arts, including performing and visual arts.

So, please mark the date and plan to attend.

NAACP Event You are invited to the NAACP Awards Dance tonight, 9:00 p.m. in Einstein Center, room 45. Call 718-320-3210.

Condolences My belated condolences are extended to the family, friends and colleagues of Ronald Vernie Dellums (11/24/35–7/30/18). He was an American politician Disabilities And Accommodations Committee (DAAC) who served as the forty-eighth mayor of Oakland, The DAAC and the Seventh-Day Adventist Church, California, from 2007 to 2011. He had previously in collaboration with Sen. Jamaal T. Bailey, will pres- served thirteen terms as a Member of the U.S. House ent the NYC Disabilities Expo on Sunday, October of Representatives from California's 9th Congres14th, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., in Einstein Community Center, sional District, in office from 1971 to 1998, after room 45. The theme: “Building Inclusionary Bridges which he worked as a lobbyist in Washington, D.C. Through the Arts.” There will be exhibitors display- He was a strong advocate for civil rights and is sorely ing goods and services; information about our missed. (Wikipedia) Contact: fjones@riverbayboard.com or 718-671Speaker Series, including Alzheimer, Mental Health and Disaster Preparedness; Clinics & Workshops, 5957.

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Make time to vote, Election Day, November 6th! We apologize for having a wrong date in last week’s press release. Voting is the democratic way to elect people who agree with our positions, in place. Every vote really does count.

This coming week, Yom Kippur, the most holy day in the Jewish calendar, is commemorated from September 18-19. “The Day of Atonement” gives one an opportunity to atone for mistakes and pray to never make them again.

In case you haven’t heard, Broun Place townhouse association is announcing that thanks to our state assemblyperson, Michael Benedetto, a work order has been confirmed for the creation of the long-awaited official NYS street signage identifying Broun Place and Bellamy Loop corners. When it is erected, it will be a great accomplishment and confirmation for Broun Place and Bellamy Loop. Broun Place will be able to identify the corner of Bellamy and Broun Place! Thanks to our Executive Board for their support in this pursuit.

Our first meeting for season 2018-2019 was September 19, at 7 p.m. Hope you were able to attend, give your question and receive a clear response. Our guest was a representative from Public Safety who answered questions and gave useful information. Congratulations to the Public Safety Department and good luck to new Director Riley. The meeting/invitation flyer was distributed to each of our townhouse apartments.

Annual association dues of $12 can be paid at the meeting or any time.

Congratulations to Building 4 on their very successful and fun trips to “Splish Splash Park” and newly renovated “Resorts Casino in Atlantic City.” As a smaller association, Broun Place couldn’t pull this off alone, but this will be on our agenda, to discuss as a joint venture adventure possibly.

A neighbor received a phone call, caller ID had a Riverbay number as its ID, but when the speaker began, our neighbor realized it was a scam. A Riverbay number was poached and used as part of this “phishing” scam. Our neighbor knew, firstly, never give personal information! The neighbor reported this incident to Public Safety whereupon it was discovered that although it is a Riverbay number, it isn’t in use.

Report to Public Safety, if this happens to you.

Neighbors, keep your eyes out for two red motor bikes using our Broun to Adler Pl. path as their thoroughfare. The bikes are illegally using this private path. Report it, if you witness them!

The overseeing of “pond Broun Place” is an ongoing commitment here. The Grounds Department is committed to keeping the area clear of water in the cul-de-sac.

Thank you, Riverbay Corporation, for showing appreciation to first responders last Friday. Prayers for the well-being of those in harm’s way of Hurricane Florence. Neighbors, to gain information on Co-op City, read the Co-op City Times! Please use the litter bins, not the sidewalks for garbage!

—Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Building 27 Association

Greetings, neighbors. Summer is almost over already. Kids are returning to school; the association is getting back to business.

General Meeting – Our first meeting back from the summer break will be Friday, September 28, due to the availability of our guest speaker, Bernie Cylich.

Light refreshments will be served and 50/50 raffles.

MTA Fast Forward Redesign Workshops – are scheduled for six locations throughout the borough of the Bronx. The MTA is asking the people’s input to help redesign the Bronx bus service for the 21st Century.

October 9 – Mark your calendar. The MTA workshop will be here at Bartow, rm. 31, 6 to 8 p.m., so have your suggestions, solutions ready regarding buses Bx23, Bx26, Bx28, Bx30 and Express Bus M7.

When the Legislative Committee met with only a few people – Assemblyman Benedetto, Senator Bailey and MTA’s Ms. Carter, we expressed the meeting should had been open to the cooperators so that they could voice their own hardships that the transportation cuts have caused. Based on these forthcoming workshops, we believe that the MTA agreed and listened.

Folks, you are going to be there, right? We have to stand together as a community for what we want.

The MTA Public Hearing in 2010 that Co-op City cooperators failed to attend has taught us that when we neglect to attend these public hearings to voice our opinions, how it will and can affect the outcome of a decision. So let’s attend this workshop.

General Election – November 6, you still can mail in registration postmarked no later than October 12, and it can be received by the Board of Election by October 17, to be eligible to vote in this General Election. In-person registration at local Board of Elections for the Bronx, 1780 Grand Concourse; phone number, 718-299-9017. Pass the word to our high school graduates, college students, etc. Try online registration. Please follow up to make sure you are registered.

The Fundraising Committee – Invites you to join us on the Spirit of Philadelphia Scenic Cruise along the Delaware River. Buffet lunch on cruise; entertainment on Saturday, October 6. Cost: $110, leaving from Einstein Loop/Center, Sect. 5, at 8:00 a.m. Note: Sold Out. The final payment is Sept. 13. No refunds after

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

Change of date for Election of Officers – Lenise Lee-Streeter is the nomination committee chairperson for this election. If you are interested in running for a position on the executive board of the Building 10 Association, please place a note under the association room door. To run, you must meet minimum membership criterion contained in the association by-laws. The election will be held at the general membership meeting in October 2018.

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

National Preparedness Month – September is National Preparedness Month. We are reminded that we must prepare ourselves and our families now and throughout the year.

Check out the website www.prepare.gov for more information.

Disasters happen. Prepare now.

Building 10 Mission Statement – The overall goal of the Building 10 Association is to continually seek improvements in the quality of life for Building 10 cooperators and their families. The mission of the Building 10 Association is to be advocates for the Riverbay Corporation and for Building 10 cooperators and families. We will seek opportunities to source information that will be useful to its members and plan for activities that will enhance the life and well-being of all.

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Sept. 13. Contact phone numbers: Margie at 718-379-4629 and Sharon at 718671-1905 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Happy Birthday to those celebrating during this month, and the best of health to all. Contact Lydia Rondon at (718)583-3040 to share of any sickness or if a neighbor has deceased.

Pray for peace amongst the nations and world leaders. At the end of the day, be nice, respectful and offer genuine kindness and love to your neighbor; life is so short. To get the full value of joy, you must have people to divide it with. —Mark Twain —H. Overman

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

Co-op City Residents Complain About Changed Voting Sites hold for 30-40 minutes are coming to a close. According to management, we're getting a new phone system that will record every call that's made to Riverbay. So, an entire conversation can be easily retrieved and reviewed when a complaint is made. Thereafter, if necessary, appropriate action can be taken.

Also, this new phone system will know when calls are received, how many calls are on hold, and the length of time that each call has been on hold.

Now, yes, this system sounds good. But, is it possible that our workers can get overwhelmed if too many residents call at the same time? If the answer is yes, then, we're back to square one. And, that's why I previously suggested that we need to have additional ways for residents to file complaints for repairs and other matters.

One such way could involve creating online accounts for each apartment here. Therefore, cooperators can use their electronic devices to file complaints for repairs and review other matters associated with their apartment. No electronic device? No problem. Cooperators should be able to fill out forms for repairs and other matters and deposit them into a slot at Bartow, Dreiser, and at Einstein.

Additionally, we should consider letting cooperators leave clear voice messages on our phone system.

So, as soon as they call, they can choose an option to simply leave a very clear and slow voice recording on our system. Thereafter, that very clear recording can be retrieved and processed.

So, based on this information, I believe that we can cover all bases to stop the above-cited complaints about our phone service. Now, let's see how management is going to handle these matters.

New Elevators in October Starting in October, work will begin on replacing ten elevators here. So, it’s going to take about 12 weeks to renovate each elevator. Many years ago, Riverbay alleged that some of the elevator motors were too small for our buildings. Then, the elevator manufacturer countered by saying that the motors were the right size. A settlement occurred with River-

bay agreeing to accept the elevator manufacturer’s 25-year warranty on these allegedly small motors.

So, theoretically, a motor could be replaced if it wore out during this warranty period. Right? Okay, now, take a guess on what really happened when a motor wore out. Well, the elevator manufacturer basically said that they would have to build another motor of the same size to replace the one that wore out. And, that process could take around 6 months to finish.

Now, in reference to our garages, they're not as tall as our apartment buildings. So, these motors should not wear out that fast in our garages. But, this story changes drastically when you have constant use in a tower building with 33 floors. Therefore, as you can see, it's possible that we can experience a lot of problems if these motors stay in our buildings.

Questions: What would you have done if you found out that a smaller motor was placed in an elevator within a building that you owned? Yes or no, would you have settled for a 25-year warranty on that motor?

Riverbay is now going to spend $37 million on new elevators. So, what do you think that Riverbay should do to avoid these problems from occurring again?

Bottom line: There are a lot of harsh lessons that can be learned from this true story that I've outlined for you. Therefore, in my opinion, the series of events presented here should be included in textbooks so that students can learn true examples of how some people behave in business.

Thank you.

Close We're going to stay strong and overcome these problems.

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.

Why You Must Vote Since Donald Trump ran for the presidency on a platform of division, people of color across America have been dealing with levels of blatant hate and racism not seen in decades.

We can’t do mundane activities like wait for business partners in a coffee shop, swim in a community pool, or have a barbecue in a park without the fear of the police being called. We can’t exercise our right to vote without people in power trying to put up barriers to our access to the ballot box. And police and civilians alike continue shooting and killing unarmed African Americans on the street and in our own homes. This needs to end.

In preparation for the critical midterm elections, we are mobilizing millions of advocates just like you.

There are a number of ways for you to get involved as we embark on an intensive civic engagement campaign to make this democracy work for all Americans.

Please update your information, and let us know about the social justice issues and volunteer opportunities that matter most to you so that we can keep you posted in the months ahead.

There is a lot at stake in November, and it’s going to take all to ensure that communities of color are not shut out of the democratic process.

Thank you in advance for doing the work with us.

4th Annual Community Service Award Come out and see some of the best in your community who are doing extraordinary things in the community.

September 22nd at 9 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, room 45, Bronx, NY 10475. Tickets are still available. Contact ofc., 718-320-3210.

—Jerome Rice

The Coalition will hold its first meeting after the summer break on Monday, September 24th, at 7:30 p.m. in Bartow, rm. 28. It will be preceded by a meeting of the Executive Committee at 6:30 p.m., also in Bartow, rm. 28.

The Coalition’s goals are 1. To keep Co-op City affordable and livable within the Mitchell-Lama program. 2. To encourage fuller cooperator participation in activities within Co-op City, and 3. To enhance cooperative spirit and fulfill the aims and principles of the founders of the cooperative movement.

At this Monday’s meeting, we’ll be paying tribute to one of the Coalition’s dedicated members, Hal Satinoff, who recently passed on. Hal was one of the Coalition’s original members who worked hard for Democratic reforms here. Board Director Bernie Cylich will talk about Hal’s work with the Coalition in the context of Co-op City’s history.

Board President Linda Berk will join us to discuss the upcoming celebration of Co-op City’s 50th anniversary and the Coalition’s Yolanda Schumann will announce the Bardekova Ensemble Free Concert that she and Board Director Andrea Leslie bring to Co-op City every year. This year, the Ensemble will be here on Oct. 28th.

Join us in discussion with other cooperators and Board directors where we can examine community issues and take part in affecting them.

Interested and active cooperators provide the best hope for preserving the affordability of our Co-op City homes.

—Bruce Silberman

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

We received lots of calls from politicians urging us to vote on this past election day, September 13, 2018. Thereafter, lots of Co-op City residents went to their regular sites to vote. But, unfortunately, they found out that they had to go to other locations as soon as they mentioned their building number.

Stop Changing Our Voting Sites We have a lot of available rooms in Dreiser and in Bartow that we can use for our residents to vote. But, unfortunately, changes were made so that our cooperators would have to vote at two new locations. The locations were at Truman H.S. and at the Council Towers building at 777 Co-op City Boulevard.

In an email dated September 12, Riverbay listed the buildings that had to vote at Truman H.S.: 1A, 1B, 4A, 4B, 4C, 5A, 5B, 6, 7, 16A, 16B, 19, and the DeFoe Townhouses. Included on this email were the buildings that had to vote at the Council Towers building, near the Peartree mall: 2A, 2B, 13, 14.

But, it's possible that some of our residents didn't receive this email. So, they showed up at Dreiser and were told to go to these other locations. But, lots of residents became angry and went home.

Therefore, it's possible that these changes may have affected the vote count for our community in a negative way.

Bottom line: A lot of our residents did try to vote.

But, as you can see, sending them to other sites was not good for our community. Therefore, here is a suggestion for the NYC Board of Elections: Our residents are used to voting at Bartow, Dreiser, and Einstein. These places are convenient and they're never packed out. So, please work with us and stop changing the locations of where we can vote. Thank you.

New Phone System The days of poor phone service and staying on

Section 5 Association

The Section 5 Association takes this opportunity to thank the committee of Shante Armstrong, Leo Jonson, Kemisa and Michelle for inviting the Section 5 Association to participate in their GRAND SECTION 5 REUNION that began on Friday, September 7. Members of the Section 5 Association were assigned to register adults/Millennials, some from Georgia, Virginia, far and near.

It was a delight and honor to service the younger generation, to watch them greet one another with joy, laughter and just being happy to see one another. As they have grown up, some have moved away, some recognized the senior adults from childhood. It was all so wonderful.

As they continue to celebrate through Sunday, September 8, we wished them the best in life and safe traveling back home.

General Election – is November 6. If you need to register, applications must be postmarked no later than October 12, 2018 and received by the Board of Election by October 17th to be eligible to vote in this general election.

One may also register in person at the Bronx Board of Election, 1780 Grand Concourse; phone number: 718-299-9017.

Pass the word to our high school graduates, college students, etc.

Do you know we have at least four former Board members and one present board member who is active in the Section 5 Association, who are all still serving their community? They are to be commended.

—H. Overman

NAACP Co-op City Branch

Coalition To Save Affordable Housing

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

Riverbay Security Committee Receives Opioid Overdose Response

September is Opioid Awareness Month, and on September 17, the Riverbay Security Committee, chaired by Director Jerome Rice, was trained on the use of Narcan should anyone overdose.

E. Daniel Negron (right), an American Heart Association instructor from Community Protective Agency Training Center, facilitated the training and informed the class that the borough of the Bronx has the highest rate of drug overdose. At the conclusion of the class, each participant was given a free Narcan kit equipped with rubber gloves, two Narcan dispersers, plastic mouth cover in case CPR is needed and instruction booklets.

Building 13 Association

In our community, it is important that we respect each other’s culture and religion. This past week was Yom Kippur—the Day of Atonement, and is considered the most important holiday in the Jewish faith, a period of introspection and repentance that follows Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year.

G'mar Tov. Women Keeping It Real returns on Saturday, September 29, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the association room. Women Keeping It Real is an inspiring, insightful and informative social gathering of women of all ages exchanging information, empowering and encouraging each other. Join us! The atmosphere is fun, the refreshments delectable and the topics varied. We welcome new guests, but you must be 18 and over to participate. Something on your mind‌let’s talk.

Our building public space is receiving a facelift and will soon be completed.

It is up to us to take pride in our homes and that includes the public space, a first impression. If you drop something, pick it up; if you spill something, go back and mop it up. Share this information with your family members and friends so they know this is important to you and should be important to them.

New York City has a leash and curb your dog law and so does Co-op City.

With that being said, we ask that you be considerate of your neighbors and curb and pick up after your dog. “Curb� does not mean under the portico or in the grass and, remember, your dog should be on a leash at all times.

Garage #3 was the first garage to receive the new sticker eliminating the need for the access card. If you have any questions, suggestions or observations, please contact me using the information at the end of this article.

Blessed with a beautiful Sunday, the Rivers Run Community Garden’s Latin/Jazz Concert was fantastic. So many came out to visit the garden and hear the sensational Juan M. Ortega with intermission music by DJ Gunn. Guests were given vegetables and herbs from gardeners. Some were treated to spearmint, peppermint and chocolate mint, hmmm. Creativity was in the air Saturday as shareholders participated in the paint workshop by Lelia Dickinson and Valerie Gunn.

Our activities are sponsored by Councilman Andy King and the Riverbay Community Relations Department, along with the Rivers Run Community Garden.

We will have more Bronx Hot Sauce soon.

Congratulations to Section 1 Buildings, you all did a fantastic job providing family fun and activities for everyone. Also kudos to Directors Jerome Rice and Junius Williams for an awesome First Responders’ commemorative event.

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

Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. Contacts: Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370 (daddpeterson@aol.com). Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or email us atbthirteen.assoc@yahoo.com.

Thanks for making our team work. —Leslie Peterson

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

African Americans Lead City In Drug Overdose Deaths: Report

street with their friends or on their cellphone and not paying attention. Look out for those who are playing Director’s Viewpoint and decide to dart into the street from parked vehicles.

Remember, we are at our very best when we think about others. Remember who stands in between SecURity.

According to the Daily News, New York City’s Flooding The Gates black population had the most drug overdose fataliOn September 11th, I experience what most have ties, with most of the deaths occurring in the Bronx, already experienced – a flood in my apartment. This where fentanyl epidemic was to blame, officials said. experience keeps me humble as a director that it can Eleven years have passed since the number of happen to anyone and to always be sensitive to other African American overdose deaths surpassed the people’s concerns. I want to thank all who have number of fatal drug overdoses among whites or His- responded and all who offer some assistance. It panics, according to a city health department report. should be a priority to provide immediate services September is Opioid Awareness Month through- (flooring), so that they can return back to normal. No out the country. On September 17th, the Security one should go days in an apartment that is smelling Committee participated in NARCAN training; every because both the floors and carpets are not replaced member was trained on the various techniques to use in a timely manner.

Thanks, Riverbay Employees should someone overdose on drugs. The Bronx has I want to give a shout-out to Danielle O’Conner the highest rate of people overdosing on drugs. At the completion of the training, each member was given a for the outstanding work performance. From the free Narcan kit which is equipped with 2 Narcan moment Ms. O’Conner arrived to Riverbay, she took Spray, rubber gloves, plastic mouth sheet for the pur- on the task of fixing the storage closet issue to now pose of CPR and a instruction guide. The Security squaring away our garages. She has taken a “Can-Do” Committee will continue to provide valuable training attitude towards any task placed before her. None of for each committee member as they work side-by- this is possible without the entire garage team, so I thank them also. side to keep the community safe.

I also want to thank Captain David Perez of CCPD. Back To School To all who are always in a rush, keep in mind that From the moment he was asked to step in as interim our children are back in school, which means, slow Chief, he has been both flexible and helpful to the men down. Slow down in the parking garages, slow down and women in uniform and this community. Let me in the streets. Be aware of the children crossing the not forget the Board liaisons who make things happen.

Jerome L. Rice

Black Forum

Food Pantry Update Thank you to everyone who is standing beside Black Forum in our fight to reopen the pantry for the Co-op City community. Don't give up because we haven't. Please continue to speak up. Send notes of support to let Riverbay and elected officials know that the Black Forum food pantry needs a viable space to continue serving the community. The note can be as long or as short as you want. It can be a simple sentence that says, “I need the pantry open because I am on a fixed income.” Your submission can be anonymous or you can share your name.

Your messages can be mailed, emailed or dictated over our voicemail. Paper and pens for writing notes are available outside 177 Dreiser Loop, room 20. Please leave your note in the provided envelope. Thank you to all who have shared their moving messages.

Defensive Driving Classes Next class is Saturday, October 13, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop, room 35. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early because class starts on time. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make checks of $35, payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City,’ and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475 at least 1½ weeks before class.

Include your name and phone number. Walk-ins are welcomed, but only a $35 cash payment will be accepted the day of the class — NO checks. Call for seating any time prior to noon on the Friday before class. Please bring your current driver’s license and a pen; (718) 320-8035.

Harrah's Casino, Chester, PA Saturday, November 10. Cost: $45. Casino rebate: $15 slot play.

We're collecting monies now. No refunds. Guests receive their seat assignment when we receive their payment. Final payment due October 31. Call 917-209-5334 or 718-320-0033 if you have questions.

Sugar House Casino, Philadelphia, PA (Sold Out) Saturday, September 22. Casino rebate: $20 slot play. Boarding time: Dreiser, 8:30 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:50 a.m.; Section 5, 9:10 a.m.

Please be on time because we will not wait.

Contact (718) 320-8035 or coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

—D. Illis

Defeat Hate, VOTE Since Donald Trump ran for the presidency on a platform of division, people of color across America have been dealing with levels of blatant hate and racism not seen in decades. We can’t do mundane activities like wait for business partners in a coffee shop, swim in a community pool, or have a barbecue in a park without the fear of the police being called.

We can’t exercise our right to vote without people in power trying to put up barriers to our access to the ballot box. And police and civilians alike continue shooting and killing unarmed African Americans on the street and in our own homes. This needs to end.

There is a lot at stake in November, and it’s going to take all to ensure that communities of color are not shut out of the democratic process.

50th Anniversary The 50th Anniversary is approaching us at a fast pace. You only live once; I challenge everyone to be part of history by either attending this historical event or having your name engraved in the once in a lifetime journal for your family to have for years to come. Don’t be on the sidelines of history.

First Responder Event On September 14th, the Security Committee hosted the Annual First Responder Event. The keynote speaker was the Brooklyn Borough President, Honorable Eric Adams, who spoke from experience on the seriousness of diabetes and how to reverse it. During this event, several CCPD officers and lobby attendant supervisors were honored for their work performance.

American Legion Post 1871

American Legion Auxiliary The Auxiliary’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting for October will be on Friday, October 5, in Dreiser, room #0. At the same time, the Bronx County meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 10, at the Throgg’s Neck Post. During this meeting, officers of the Auxiliary will be sworn in. If any of the auxiliary members has any questions, kindly call the president, Deloris Cornelius, at 718-320-1946. More so, members are encouraged to pay their dues.

American Legion The Legion’s first board meeting coming back from the summer session was held on Wednesday, September 5, at 3 p.m. The meeting, led by Commander Toba who was returned to lead the board for another tenure, was about the new administration’s projects and the ongoing bus tour to Washington, DC. The first general assembly meeting of the group will be held on the very third Saturday of the month, Saturday, September 15, at 11 a.m. On this day, all moneys for the bus trip would be collected.

Last Call On The Bus Ride To National Museum Of African American History The campaign for our bus tour to Washington, DC, the nation’s capital, for a visit to the National Museum of African American History will end this month. All monies for this trip needed to be paid up by the end of this month. Few spaces are available on the bus for first come, first served.

Tentative Itinerary For The Trip Meet at your group’s designated pick up location 30 minutes early.Be on time.

Departure: Board Motor Coach and check-in by 8 a.m. Be sure to have valid government-issued photo ID. It is required that you show ID for access to all events.

1-3 p.m.: A stop at the Arundel Mills Outlets and the Maryland Live Casino on your way to the hotel. Enjoy 2 hours of free time shopping, eating or gambling.

4 p.m.: Check-In hotel room – Settle in and visit the Activity Desk for event details and updates.

6:30-8:30 p.m.: Dinner Buffet served; Live DJ. 9:15-10 p.m.: Comedy Show – Live performance by a Family-Friendly Comic 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m.: Dance Party – with Live DJ, Adults Only 11 p.m.- 1 a.m.: Premium Open Bar Sunday 8-10 a.m.: Breakfast Buffet Served 8:30 a.m.: Check-out begins 10:00 a.m.: Coaches load & depart for DC Museum Area 11:00 a.m.: Arrive at the National Museum of African American History and Culture..

5:30 p.m.: Load Coach for departure home. Meet at same location it dropped you off for the Museum.

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Co-op City Sports

Velocity Track Club New York

On Sunday, September 15, Velocity Track Club New York competed in the Rising New York Road Runners (NYRR) at Kurt Steiner Cross Country at Van Cortland Park.

NYRR is one of the few organizations that provide free races and fitness clinics for our youth throughout NYC. Van Cortland Park is the place where cross country races are usually held by NYRR. Cross country races range from 200 meters to 1.5 mile race.

Velocity Track Club athletes at the Rising New York Road Runners at Kurt Steiner meet.

The NYRR event was well organized with many young athletes participating. Velocity athletes ran extremely well, especially our new athletes who just started training three weeks ago. Our new athletes ran impressive times with only few weeks of training. Velocity Track Club had approximately 21 athletes sign up for the team. With Velocity Track Club being in high demand, the team will be seeking to add another coach to our program.

Our next meet will be on Sunday, Sept. 23rd, USATF New York Cross Country Series – Meet #1 at Van Cortland Park. The top 15 in each age division will receive medals (15-16, 17-18, and open/masters will be scored as one age division) Novice race: Top three will receive awards 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. Help support our youths, so they can continue to do great things! For additional information, you can go to our website, Velocitytrack.org, or contact Coach Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or via email watclt@aol.com.

—Winston Dinkins

Building 19 Association

Hi, Building 19 family. Happy first day of fall. I hope everyone had a chance to enjoy the summer. After a much needed break for the last two months, it’s time to get back to the business of our association. Before we do, I want to wish our Jewish neighbors a belated Yom Kippur, which was this past Tuesday.

For those who attended the first committee meeting this past Tuesday since our last one in June, I want to thank you for attending. The committee meetings are an opportunity for cooperators to introduce ideas on how to improve the association and the lives of our fellow neighbors in our building. If you’re interested in attending the next committee meeting, it’ll be held on Tuesday, October 2nd at 7:30 p.m.

Our first general meeting since the summer break is next Friday, on September 28th, at 7:30 p.m. We hope to see as many of our neighbors as possible. In addition to marking the aforementioned date on your calendar, please do so for these upcoming general meetings for the remainder of 2018: • November 16th (topic to be announced) • December 14th (End-of-the-Year Party) In January 2019, the association will be holding its election for positions on its executive board. In the upcoming months leading to the first general meeting of the new year, we’ll be taking names of cooperators who have an interest in serving as an officer of the association.

The weather may be starting to cool, but let’s not also allow the love for our building and the desire to keep it a great place to live to cool down like this new season upon us.

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

Matt Miller Wins Grand Champ at Free Youth Martial Arts Tourney

Last Saturday, Sept. 15, Co-op City teen Matthew Miller of Martialway Kungfu Center competed at the Free All Youth Karate Championships in East Orange, New Jersey. Matthew won First Place in the Black Belt Weapons Division and then went on to win the grand championship against three other fierce competitors.

Matthew also won second place in the Black Belt kata (forms) division after being edged out by a very fierce competitor.

Today, Sept. 22, Matthew will receive an NAACP Community Service Award along with five others at the NAACP Co-op City branch’s Annual Gala. His next stop will be competing at the Diamond Nationals in St. Paul, Minnesota on October 5th, then in November, he will be inducted into the International Black Belt Hall Of in Pittsburgh as “Youth Male Competitor of the Year.” Later that month, he will compete at the Karate Tournament of Champions (KTOC) at Queens College, in Flushing, NY before finishing out the year competing in Toronto, Canada at the Toronto Tournament of Champions, November 30th-December 1st.

Building 21 Association

At right is what a typical floor in Co-op City should look like on Saturday morning. Notice the Co-op City Times is nicely placed at each dwelling. What’s outside your door this morning?

Our next 21 Association gathering will be Thursday, September 27th… Mark your calendars and everyone from all buildings, plan to attend. If you have any questions regarding the 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call: 347.504.1821, and you can attend the monthly meetings which are usually held every 4th Thursday in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of the B-section at 7 p.m.

The Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City is planning our 2nd Christmas Caroling Extravaganza and activities for the remainder of 2018...The date is Friday, December 14th. The Section 4 Partnership meets every Friday, 7:30 8:30 in “The Gathering Room” in the rear lobby of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop). All are welcomed.

“THINK TANK at Building 21” is in session every Friday, 8:30 -10 p.m., except Christmas and New Year’s Day. We are located in the rear of 21B and you are always welcomed. This is where the self-development and empowerment of each CO-Operator is our intention. Your ideas are not only welcomed, but needed, for the progression of this important neighborhood project.

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

See you around the neighborhood!

—Michelle Marbury

Building 22 A & B

A Reminder – Sept. 24th is our first meeting of the new year in the association room on the “B” side. All are welcome. Bring your ideas for our new year activities. We will discuss our problems regarding the laundry room.

The compactor rooms are still an issue. Cooperators, when you receive packages, please fold them down flat. Larger containers should be taken to the basement. Keep this room clean, we don’t want uninvited guests (bugs).

Prayers to all who lost loved ones. Get well greetings to the sick and shutins. If you see something, say something.

—Betty Leak

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Co-op City Times / September 22, 2018

Building Associations of Section One

Family Fun Day 2018 The building associations of Section 1 would like to extend its sincerest thanks and gratitude to all who had a hand in our summer blowout Family Fun Day Fair 2018.

A special thanks goes out to Lee Rivers for all of his hard work and dedication. Also, to the Section One Association Committee members as follows: Yvette Livingston-Brown, Joe Garnette, Fernando Garcia, Dawn Mitchel, Diane Windley, Steven Vega, Barbara Larkins, Debbie Lowden and Sonia Soto. I also resoundingly applaud all of our volunteers and other special participants, such as Mr. G, Marvin Lowery and Paul Serrepte, for making this event a huge success.

A wide range of individuals and groups worked diligently together to make that day an enjoyable one. I am also pleased to share my gratitude with Co-op City Public Safety; McGruff, the Crime Dog; and all of the vendors and merchants as listed here: Frank Bees, Aldi’s, Bob’s Furniture, American Cancer Society, Amalgamated Bank, The Girl Scouts of Co-op City, Boom Health, MSK Breast Examination of Harlem, Lung Cancer Awareness, National Income Life Insurance Company, Prime America, Saint Dominca, World Financial Group and American Red Cross.

“Kudos” to DJ Ordinary Tee, Winston Dinkins (Track and Relay), Jesse Williams (Basketball 3 on 3) and the Tennis Clinic Group and for their contributions which made this event a flawless and memorable 50th Anniversary celebration.

Another heartfelt shout-out to our very talented and inspired performers: “La Bruja” Caridad de La Luz, The Soul Latin Line Dancers, Xonia and the Belly Dance Group, Larry and his three-piece Live Band, and Eli, the stand-up comedian.

To those individuals behind the scenes, Michelle Sajous, Leandra Peters, Joe Boiko, Lt. Pam Apollo, Leslie Peterson, along with the Riverbay Corporation support staff, stage engineers, ground keepers, porters and other set-up staff, we humbly appreciate all that was done to make this a presentable and safe environment for all who participated in these festivities.

To Bronx 10 CERT, JASA, AARP, and FDNY, thank you for your continued loyalty and support within the community.

To Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Congressman Eliot L. Engel, the Riverbay Fund, Mister Softee, Flava Flave (Pedro & Brother), CAPPY’S, The Deli, The Dreiser Loop Korean Vegetable & Fruit Market, the Payless Liquor store, Two Brothers shoe repair, the Spanish American Community Club, Stop & Shop, BJ’s, Costco Wholesale and Prime America, thank you for your generous monetary donations.

In short, Gracias, Dank U, Merci, Koszi, Grazi, etc; in any language it means “Thank You” from all of us, to all of you.

Stay tuned for a 4th annual extravaganza in 2019.

—Adelina Martinez

Co-op City Toastmasters

Why should you join Toastmasters International? As a leader and director of a huge organization, I joined because at any given time, I may have to speak in front of a large audience and I want to make sure I am prepared and able to speak effectively.

I believe we sometimes let our emotions take over and Toastmasters will help you learn how to control those feelings instead of hiding from them. Mastering public speaking and leadership are core skills. These skills are used every day and needed for dealing with other people.

I would consider myself to be an extrovert, but I have a fear of speaking in front of an audience. Communication skills are essential in everything we do. I believe no matter how sociable we are, there is room for improvement and Toastmasters can give you that needed confidence that helps improve your communication and leadership skills.

The support that Toastmasters gives is impeccable. The positive feedback between members gives me a sense of contentment. It is not a stuffy, boring organization, but one that is family-like, that supports and truly cares about member success.

I challenge you to visit and join us on the first and third Thursday of the month.

Our next meeting is October 4th at 7:30 p.m. sharp. We meet at 2049 Bartow Ave., LL in rm 28. Bring a friend. All are welcome. Must be 18 or older to join.

—Leah Richardson

No Standing/Parking In Dumpster Pads Shareholders are reminded that there is no standing or parking in the dumpster pads.

These areas are strictly for the use of Riverbay Corporation vehicles. All unauthorized vehicles will be towed at vehicle owners’ expense.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Co-op City Working Families

Democratic Primary Results All sides are claiming victory in the recent Democratic Primary. The establishment won on the state-wide level, but in individual state senate districts, grassroots efforts ushered in an impressive number of progressives supported by the Working Families Party.

WFP’s-supported gubernatorial candidate Cynthia Nixon made a respectable showing and Jumaane Williams came amazingly close to winning his lieutenant governor race statewide and did indeed carry NYC, according to the numbers.

Letitia James, one of the two attorney general candidates endorsed by the WFP, was also victorious. Incredibly, five of the six former IDC NYC state senators lost to their less experienced and more progressive challengers.

Next, we gear up for the November 6th general election. Make sure you register to vote ASAP and alert friends and family in other state and federal districts to do the same.

The Co-op City Working Families Mission As a political party, Working Families works to elect the most progressive candidates possible who will stand in the way of all regressive legislation.

As a civic action group, Co-op City Indivisible (an aspiring Co-op City certified community organization) promotes progressive causes.

As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members, we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community; and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. Get Involved!

Last we looked, Trump was still wreaking havoc in Washington and beyond. Stay woke by staying involved. Come join us as we strategize on how to add our few drops to the political changes washing over the land and bolstering our democracy.

Remember, you don’t have to have a family or a job to join us, you can be single and retired and still join Working Families/Indivisible Co-op City. We want your presence and your ideas more than we want your dues. All progressives are welcome.

Special Guest Speakers We met many interesting and exciting people throughout this campaign season, from campaign managers to media personalities to candidates. Come to the next meeting to discuss which speakers to invite this season. Then watch this space to see who has accepted our invitation to share behind the scenes stories and information at our upcoming meetings.

Next Meeting Working Families meetings (except for December) will now be held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Please save the date: Tuesday, September 25th, in Section 5, Einstein Center, room 35, at 7:00 p.m.

—Mary Pearson

Retirees Of Dreiser Loop Travel Events: (price includes Lorant coach bus; located at Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Oct. 10th (Wed.) The new Resorts World Catskills, Monticello, NY. Price: $40, ASAP. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-3200500.

Theatre Committee: (price includes van transport from Dreiser Loop across from Rehab Center) • Oct. 24th (Wed.) “Phantom” play, “…a gripping story, richly drawn characters, and music that can break your heart with its beauty.” Showtime: 11 a.m. at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Sold out! Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949.

• Nov. 14th (Wed.) “Beautiful,” the Carole King musical at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre. Showtime: 2 p.m. Price: $110. Deposit $50/Balance $60 due (Thurs., Oct. 4th. Contact: Dorothy Lindo, 718-379-0314.

• Nov. 16th (Fri.), “Christmas Spectacular” at the Radio City Music Hall.

Showtime: 2 p.m. Price: $78. Deposit $35 ASAP/Balance $43 due Thursday, Oct. 11th. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847.

Remember – Your deposit (and final payment) in the form of a check/money order payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. NO cash accepted. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Good And Welfare Our deepest sympathy to Evelyn Mavis whose sister, Rebecca Nelson, recently passed away. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to Doug Romaine, husband of Quinette Romaine. 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 Wednesday Jazz Up Your Health With A Senior Spa Day will be on Wed., Sept. 19 — now closed. Call Claudette D, 718-379-4784 or Hattie L, 718-671-8449, if interested in joining us on our next SENIOR SPA DAY. Attention! The Retirees need experienced part-time freelance drivers ASAP with CDL license with passenger endorsement with at least 3 years’ experience and a clean driving record. This volunteer position requires transporting members and friends safely to and from special events within the Bronx, as well as to outer boroughs. Stipend can be expected for each trip.

Please call C. Davis at 718-379-4784 and leave your name, telephone number and a brief message.

“When you wake up every day, you have two choices. You can either be positive or negative: an optimist or a pessimist. I choose to be an optimist. It’s all a matter of perspective.” —Harvey Mackay —Claudette Davis

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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 45 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: 9:45–10:45 a.m.

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

Wednesday Night Prayer and Bible Study: 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Youth Ministry: Fridays, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Events • Sunday, Sept. 30th, the Pastor’s Aide and Choir will celebrate their anniversary at the 11:00 Service.

Guest Speaker will be Rev. Sheldon Williams of Co-op City Baptist Church.

• Youth Retreat, October 25-27. Calling all youths to join us on God’s mountain at the Blue Mountain Christian Retreat Center for a weekend full of faith, fellowship and fun! Adults (18+) $160 /Teens (13-17) $140.00 /Children (4-12) $110. All includes 2 nights, 5 meals, transportation. If interested, please see our youth leaders, Rev. Deborah Hodge, Sis. Indria Drayton

• Save the Date: Saturday, November 3rd, is our Annual Building Fund Banquet at Seashore Restaurant on City Island, 1:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m. Donation: Adults $75; Youth under 12 yrs., $30. See Sis. Sadie James or any Pastor’s Aide member for tickets.

• July 23-25, 2019 (Tuesday-Thursday), you are welcome to join us on a 3-day trip to the National Museum of African American History & Culture with the Museum of the Bible. Double Occupancy, $400 per person; Single Occupancy, $525; Triple and Quad, rate available upon request.

Package Includes: —Transportation by motor coach —2-night hotel stay —2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner buffet and 1 dinner at Phillips Seafood Restaurant —2-day passes —Discount shopping at Arundel Mills Outlet —Taxes and meal gratuities included. $50 non-refundable deposit is due now/final payment is due by April 1, 2019.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Office: (718) 6718746 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.

–Sis. Carol Haque

Church of the New Vision

Rivers Run Community Garden

Last weekend was so exciting, and I hope we can repeat it soon. Thank you, Lelia and Valerie, for the excellent painting workshop. Plenty of folks left our beautiful garden convinced they were Picasso or Rembrandt. And that is a good thing! Thank you, Juan Ortega, for adding to the rhythm that is the garden. It was great meeting new people while dancing to your music. And we can’t forget all of the gardeners who made herb bouquets for guests and helpers.

We will be closing at the end of October for the season so hop on over for a tour and a piece of cuttings if you can.

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 and daycares, as well as residents and neighbors. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit. Stay. Experience us.

Important dates (All are welcome): • School will be visiting so look here for the dates.

Rivers Run is open: • Tuesday – 4:00 p.m. to dusk • Wednesdays & Fridays – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

• Saturdays & Sundays – 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 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.

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

We are located on Co-op City Blvd. (between Bellamy Loop and Peartree Ave.), Bronx, NY 10475 —Gail Sharbaan

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Co-op City Baptist Church

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

Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

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

Join us for a midweek spiritual pick up at our midweek worship service held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible Study classes are held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. Bible Class will also be held on Wednesday, October 3, at 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon.

Prayer Service is also held on Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to join us from the comfort of their home for an hour of prayer. Using available technology, prayer service is held using a conference call line. On Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m., you can call 563-999-2090; when asked for the PIN, enter 660065 and you will be connected.

Come one, come all and have a ball. The Building Fund Ministry is proud to announce their Gospel Evening of Elegance on Saturday, October 13. The event will be held at 135 Einstein Loop, room 45, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The evening will include dinner, entertainment by The Inspirational Gospel Singers of New Castle, Delaware, performance by CCBC Praise Dancers and a Fashion Show. Ticket prices until September 30 are adults (18 and over), $60; youth, (13-17) $20; Children (6-12), $5. After September 30, tickets will be $65. For tickets or additional information, call 718-515-6090, 646418-7102, 718-862-9243, or 718-320-3774.

The Scholarship Ministry invites you to mark the date to join them on their upcoming cruise to the Greek Isles and Italy on August 9, 2019. The cost for Inside Cabin/Double Occupancy is $3595.00. The cost for Ocean View Cabin/Double Occupancy is $3970 for this 11-day cruise and includes port charges, taxes, transfers and airfare. A deposit of $600 is required on or before September 30. Final payment is due on or before Sunday, April 7, 2019.

No refund after Sunday, April 14, 2019. For additional information or reservations, call 718-3790541, 718-320-3240, 718-671-1271or the church at 718-379-3774.

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Community Protestant Church

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

Regular Church Schedule Sunday School – 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service — 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service – Every first and third Sundays Noon Day Prayer – Hour of Power – Wednesday at noon Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

The following program is at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Neighborhood Bible Study — Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Sunday School Is Now In Session Every Sunday At 9:00 A.M. Sunday School is really a part of our history, and because someone cared and was concerned enough, many of us benefitted and know its value. In Sunday School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is provided for children to learn about the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly (John 10:10). We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you.

Worship Service begins at 11:00 a.m. Everyone is invited to come and be a part of this special moment Set aside each Sunday morning to be in the presence of God. We will be delighted to blend our spirits with yours as we bend both body and soul before our Heavenly Father. We encourage you to spend time with God, and if it be His will, with us at Community Protestant.

Other Scheduled Events On Wednesdays, at 12:00 p.m., you are cordially invited to NOON DAY PRAYER AT CPC, an hour of Power, Prayer, Praise and Testimony. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: (718) 862-9172.

Save The Date!! Saturday, October 13, 3:00 p.m. at the church – The Sepia Players Ministry presents a religious comedy, THE DEVIL ON TRIAL, CASE #666, written by Roosevelt Wright Jr. Donation: $20.00. For tickets and/or additional information, call (718) 513-3308, (718) 655-7241 or (718) 379-8643.

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

St. Joseph's Episcopal Anglican Church

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

1. Weekly Schedule: • Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9:00 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.

We look forward to welcoming you to church service tomorrow, Sunday, September 23, at 9:00 a.m. when we will celebrate the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Our Supply Priest is Father Simeon O. Johnson, who will be the preacher and celebrant.

• Please join us on Wednesdays for an uplifting 15-minute midday service starting promptly at noon.

• Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m., and we are always looking for new members.

2. Group Activities: 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.

3. Fundraising Events • Reminder: Our Gospel Cruise on board The Spirit of Philadelphia takes place, tomorrow, Saturday, September 22. The motor coach departs from Dreiser Loop at 7:45 a.m. Please arrive no later than 7:30 a.m.

• Saturday, September 29: Annual Dinner Sale at the church starting at noon. Do not cook! Come out and enjoy some home-style, cooked dinners.

• Saturday, November 24, Atlantic City trip to The Resorts Casino. Deluxe motor coach leaving from Dreiser Loop in front of the rehab center at 9:00 a.m. $40.00 p.p. Please contact June Grimes at 347-457-8249.

Outreach Program: Our church supports the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. This program is in dire need of food. At St. Joseph’s, we collect non-perishable food items on an ongoing basis. Please remember to donate.

For additional information on all of the foregoing, please call the church at 718-320-0844. You may also visit our website at https://www.st.josephsepcbronx.org for information on St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church, Co-op City, Bronx, New York.

“Behold, God is my helper;* it is the Lord who sustains my life.” —Psalm 54:4 —Merville Chambers

Newsong Church This Sunday’s Schedule Location: 135 Einstein Loop (room 45). Validated parking available in Einstein Garage Service Time: 11 a.m. *Kidsong available in rm. 49. *Deaf Interpretation available during adult service.

For more information about Newsong Church, our beliefs, or our ministries, please go to our website, www.newsongchurchnyc.org.

The Greatest Commandment 28 One of the teachers of religious law was standing there listening to the debate. He realized that Jesus had answered well, so he asked, “Of all the commandments, which is the most important?”

29 Jesus replied, “The most important commandment is this: ‘Listen, O Israel! The LORD our God is the one and only LORD. 30 And you must love the

LORD your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your mind, and all your strength.’[a] 31 The second is equally important: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’[b] No other commandment is greater than these.” –Mark 12:29-31 NLT The scribe asked Jesus a sincere question. Out of all the commandments, which one is the most important? I don’t really blame him for asking the question, because the Jewish people had over 613 different laws that they were required to follow. The problem with laws is that they’re unable to inspire us to love. We obey them out of obligation. We obey them because we don’t want to suffer the consequences. You and I don’t park next to a fire hydrant because we’re concerned for others. Most of the time when you can’t find a place to park you want to park there but you don’t because you don’t want your car to be towed!

Jesus was telling the VISION CARE SPECIALIST religious leaders that they had replaced their love for God with an • COMPLETE VISION CARE - EYE • FELLOW, AMERICAN ACADEMY empty religion. Their EXAMINATION OF OPTOMETRY worship was out of obli-

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gation when all that God really wanted was their hearts.

The bottom line is this…God wants your love.

He wants your heart to be filled with Him, He wants your choices to be centered in Him, He wants your thoughts to be focused on Him, so that you can then share it with those around you! When we truly love Him, we will want to obey Him, not out of obligation, but out of affection and devotion.

Friends, this kind of love can only be obtained through a relationship with Jesus Christ. We’re able to love because God first loved us. He loved us so much, that He provided a way for us to experience this love…

9 This is how God showed his love among us: He sent his one and only Son into the world that we might live through him. 10 This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins. –1 John 4:9-10 (NIV) Ask yourself this question: “Do I love God the way Jesus said I’m supposed to?” If the answer is no, ask God to help you make room in your heart for Him! —Pastor Mike Tolone

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

Word Games 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. Dominoes 10 a.m.

Tuna Salad Alert & Alive – 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

Matinee Movie 10 a.m., rm. 45 Computer Class – rm.

13 Pasta Salad Bingo 11:45 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Health & Wellness Support Grp. Beginner 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Health Salad Caregiver Support Group 10 a.m. -11 a.m.

Cultural Dance 10:30 –11:30 a.m, Aud. B Whole wheat bread 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd Tues Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m. -2 p.m., Mind Teasers 12 p.m. -1 p.m., rm. 4 Fresh fruit Card Games 2 p.m.-4 p.m. rm. 45 Zumba 1 p.m. -2 p.m., Aud. A Alt: Egg Salad Matinee Tues., 1 p.m.

Computer Class – Rm. 13 Blood Pressure Every 1st & 3rd Orange Pineapple Wed, 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

Beginner 10 a.m. -11 a.m.

Dominos 10 a.m., rm. 45 juice, Stuffed cabGames 9:30 a.m. -11 a.m.

Intermediate 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10 –11am bage w/beef Only 6 seats available (New) Body in motion w/Ola Line Dancing 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Kasha Varnishkes Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Card Games 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

California blend 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Dominos 2:30 p.m.

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Sewing 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. vegetables Smartphone Class Computer Lab Whole wheat bread Tai Chi 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Beginner – 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Zumba 11 a.m. -12 p.m., rm. 4 Canned pears Art Class 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Intermediate 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., rm. 2 Alt: Salmon salad Bartow Main office Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Orange juice Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m.

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

Salmon burger Grandparent Connection 1st Thurs., Blood Pressure 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. 1st & Crochet & Knitting 10 - 11 a.m.

Yellow rice 3rd, rm. 8 Spanish Class 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Bar- rm. 35, 10:30 a.m. dill salad Cucumber Line Dancing, 10 a.m. -11a.m., Aud. A tow Main Office Arthritis Exercise 11a.m., rm. 45 Whole Wheat Bread Sing Along 11 a.m.

-12 p.m.

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

Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

Fresh Fruit (New) Purple Life Trail Fitness w/Damion (NEW)- Yoga w/Damion 9:45 a.m – Word Search 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Alt: Curried chicken 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Section 1 - Greenway 10:45 a.m.

Karaoke

by Steven 1 p.m., rm. 45 Drama Club Card Games 2 p.m -4 p.m. salad Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Men’s Line Dancing 9 a.m.-10 a.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Orange pineapple Art 10 a.m., rm. 45 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Word Games 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. juice, Roasted 9:30 a.m.-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Women’s Line Dancing 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. chicken, Boiled potaPokeno 2 p.m.-4 p.m., rm. 35 Meditative Moments 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Chat Session 10 a.m. toes, & carrots Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., rm. 8 Piano Sing-along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Green beans, Challah 10 -11:30 a.m., rm. 45 Karaoke 12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. bread, Applesauce Free Oil Painting Classes rm. 38, Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.

Bingo 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Card Games 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Alt: Gefilte fish 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

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

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

Teriyaki chicken thighs White rice Baby Carrots w/Parsley

BBQ pulled pork Baked sweet potato Collard greens

Baked whiting fish fillets Corn Winter blend vegetables

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!

Payments for trips can be made at all three centers.

Trip registration policy: There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation!

All trips must be paid in advance. JASA will not accept checks under $5.

(FREE) LiveOn NY/SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fridays, Sept. 28, Oct. 12, Oct. 26; 9 a.m.-12 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.

(New) Purple Life Trial Fitness w/Damion, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. on Thursdays, Section 1 Greenway.

JASA CLOSED – Mon., Sept. 24, Succoth (Day 1) NEW! Fall Prevention Presentation – Tues., Sept. 25, 1:30 p.m., Bartow main office; and Friday, Sept. 28, 2 p.m., Bartow main office; refreshments and giveaways.

St. Mary’s Pool – $3. Fri., Sept. 28 & Fri., Oct. 5; Mon., Oct. 15, Mon., Oct. 22. Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.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, which can be paid at the pool by check or money order.

Costco – Wed., Sept. 26; $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Beef & Broccoli Egg Noodles Mixed vegetables

Target, Throggsneck Mall – Wed., Sept. 26; $3.

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

Walmart – Thurs., Sept. 27; $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m. Wait list.

National Museum of African American History, Washington, DC – Thurs., Oct. 4; $85. Payment due by Sept. 1. No refunds. Wait list.

Six-week Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop – Tues., Oct. 9 – Nov. 13, 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 13, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. To register, please contact Julissa Reynoso, 646-946-1252.

Shoprite (New Rochelle) – Mon., Oct. 8; $4.

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

Empire – Tues., Oct. 9; $5. Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Aldi – Tues., Oct. 9; $3. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Costco – Wed., Oct. 10; $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Central Ave. – Wed., Oct. 10; $13. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Ridgehill – Thurs., Oct. 11; $7. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Stew Leonard’s – Thurs., Oct. 11; $6. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Fairway/BJ’s – Fri., Oct. 12; $4. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Breast Cancer Awareness Day – Tues., Oct. 16; Einstein Senior Center, 135 Einstein Loop, room 45, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Presentations from survivors and supporters. Free giveaways & light refreshments will be served.

Empire – Tues., Oct. 16; $5. Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Walmart – Thurs., Oct. 18; $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

IKEA – Tues., Oct. 23; $15. Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Foxwoods Casino – Sat., Nov. 3; $40. Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:15 a.m.; Einstein, 8:30 a.m. Bonus package is $10 slot play & $10 food voucher. Light breakfast on the bus; two coach buses, 50 persons per bus.

Neighbors, please remember to curb and leash your dog.

It’s the law!

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

We will like to thank all those who came to Lydia Ruas Memorial last week. It was a wonderful day.

We want to thank Lydia’s daughter and her family for joining us.

Run For Your Wife—Thursday, September 27th, at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, NJ. Pickup time, this Thursday, 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. A wonderful movie will be shown on the bus coming home.

Bingo—Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Time: 1:15 p.m.- 3:30 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 available.

Matinee Movie—Tuesday, October 16th at 10 a.m.- 12 p.m. in room 45. All are welcome. The movie to be announced.

Sunday Bingo—September 30th at 1:30 p.m.

There is no Pokeno this day. All are welcome. Bring your daubers. Admission: $5.00 for 3 cards and $1

Goose Island Seniors

for 3-part full card jackpots. Twelve games will be played plus 3-part full card. Extra cards are 25¢ each.

Refreshments available.

Game Day—Tuesdays and Thursdays, our club room is set up for our members to play games, Mahjong, Dominoes, Kalooki, Wii Tennis, Bowling, etc., from 10:30 - 4:30 p.m. (Members may bring a friend or two). $1 collected for refreshments. WiFi available.

Karaoke—Also on Tuesdays and Thursdays at l p.m. with Stephen in room 45. Come sing or listen to a free concert. All are welcome.

Foxwoods—Thursday, October 18, at 8:30 a.m.

Price, $35. Rebate: $10 for play, $10 toward food.

Full payment due by October 1.

Christmas In The Air—Monday, November 5, at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, NJ. Their most popular show of the year. Song, dance, comedy sketches, original songs with a live onstage orchestra. Price, $95 for table-served entree, dessert buffet and show.

To pay for trip, you may drop off, mail or call for check pick-up. Payment due by October 19.

FYI: One way you can take on the day is by volunteering. Volunteering has an enormous impact on the health and well-being of your local community.

As an AARP volunteer, you are helping with the promise of a better life for you or someone else.

Whether you would like to be an in-office support, speaker on advocacy issues or helping at an event, AARP has many ways that you can make a difference.

To be a part of the AARP team, go to aarp.org look for the “volunteer” category.

Reminder: Our Holiday Luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, December 5th, at Marina Del Rey; $90/person, 12 p.m.-4 p.m. See Stella B. for tickets.

Good & Welfare – Please contact our Good & Welfare coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-6715493, if you have a family member who has passed or one of our members who is sick, in the hospital or in a nursing home.

2018 Tour Activities October 11 – Legends & Laughter at Resorts Casino (Atlantic City) – A musical journey with impressions of Rod Stewart, The Temptations, Tony Orlando, Prince and others starring Jimmy Mazz - $25 slot play; deluxe Motorcoach transportation; $79/person due ASAP. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

December 30 – January 1, 2019: Lavish New Year’s Celebration at The Desmond – 2-night stay at the newly renovated Desmond; 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners; 3 shows. Day 1: dinner/show; New Year’s Eve Dinner and show; New Year’s Day Champagne & Mimosa Brunch w/show; trip to Sands casino ($30 slot play & $5 food voucher); $699/person double; $849/single. Contact Judith, 718- 379-3370 or Jeannie, 718-379-3742.

2019 Tour Activities April 1-12, 2019: Panama Canal 11-night Cruise on the Norwegian Jade – Price includes roundtrip flight to Miami (FL); ports of call include Cantagina, Columbia; Panama Canal/Gatein Lake; Puerto Limon; Roatan Bay Islands; Harvest Cape, Costa Maya, Mexico; 3 days at sea; valid passport is required; all meals on board the ship. Insurance available. Sold out. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

Attention: When signing up for the above trips, please give your name, phone number and a deposit.

Checks/money orders made payable to AARP Chapter 4997 with the name of the trip in the memo section of your check/money order. Room 0 (Dreiser Community Center) is opened Monday or Thursday, noon – 3 p.m. for checks to be dropped off (in an envelope w/Group/Trip Leader Name).

They may be mailed to the Group/Trip Leader.

—Delores Debnam

AARP Chapter #4997

To all members: Happy Birthday to all members who celebrate their day in the month of September: Mary Smith, Alma Alequin, Veratta Rhames, Janice Brown, Beryl Hines, Joyce Wilson and Lillian Hines.

Note: Call Ann or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors 718-379-9613, or visit us at 135 Einstein Loop, room. 39 (mornings), Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.; (evenings) Tues. & Thurs., 4 p.m. - 6 p.m., and Mon., Wed. & Fri., 6-8 p.m.

Stephen’s cell phone number is 347-847-1941.

Please leave a message.

Good health to all.

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

If you SEE something, SAY SOMETHING!!!

718-671-3050 Co-op City Public Safety

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

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

Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message. The synagogue has Services Saturday morning starting at 9 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush. The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue.

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate would help the synagogue’s finances.

The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan.

There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who don’t come to services. Please come by 9:30 a.m. so we can take out the Torah. The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City, and it’s air conditioned.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, September 22, at 7:44 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, September 28, at 6:22 p.m.

Good & Welfare: We sell tree certificates in Honor or Memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15.00 per tree. Mazel Tov to all having simchas.

If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

Get well: Gary Schwartz is now at home recuperating and he continues to improve. Speedy recovery to Beverly Davidoff, Karla Klaus and Marty Linder.

September Birthdays: I have no list of September birthdays as of now. If your birthday is in September, let me know.

Fun And Games: After services and kiddush, some men and women play Rummy-cube.

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated.

Wishing all our members, and friends, peace, and good health.

—Gary Schwartz

Building 25 Association

Pray for the people affected by Hurricane Florence. If you would like to donate to families and victims of this storm, do so responsibly, do your research.

The following are a few places to call or go online in North Carolina and South Carolina where you can make donations to help victims, families and animals of Hurricane Florence.

Hurricane Florence Disaster Relief & Donations American Red Cross. To donate by phone or to get assistance with your donation, please contact them at 1-800-HELP NOW (1-800-435-7669).

Hurricane Florence Hurricane Disaster Relief Fund (800) 486-HELP, (203) 658-9500, info@americares.org.

If you want to donate to save animals, contact the Humane Society to aid in the rescue of animals from Hurricane Florence, 404-875-5331.

Our next meeting will be scheduled for October 16 at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building25ca@ gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association.

Friendly reminder, our building annual dues are $5.00 per family. We would like to thank the residents who have paid their annual dues. Dues are collected at our monthly meetings by Carol Eilets, treasurer, or Celeste Stukes, asst. treasurer.

In honor of victims and families dealing with Hurricane Florence, I will close with the following: “Bad things do happen in the world, like war, natural disasters, and disease. But out of those situations always arise stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things.” —Daryn Kagan —Wanda Bailey

Assemblyman Benedetto To Sponsor Team In Breast Cancer Walk Looking for Volunteers to Join “Team Benedetto”

Once again this year, Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto is calling for volunteers to join him in the American Cancer Society’s annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk scheduled for Sunday, October 21, at Orchard Beach beginning at 10 a.m.

This is the assemblyman’s 12th year participating in this important event and the 11th time that he will be sponsoring a team.

“Everyone joining together and giving a little will make a large impact and in the end the proceeds will be used towards much needed research, prevention, early detection and support programs,” said Assemblyman Benedetto.

Anyone interested in signing up for “Team Benedetto” can do so by either calling his East Tremont Avenue office at (718) 892-2235, his Coop City office at (718) 320-2220, or registering in person at either of these locations. You may also register online at makingstrideswalk.org/bronx, click on “Donate to a Team” and look for “Team Benedetto.”

All “Team Benedetto” volunteer will be asked to donate $20 for a personalized “Team Benedetto” polo shirt.

Chavurah Temple Beth El of Co-op City

The Days of Awe are now behind us. The New Year 5779 is ahead. You came to services and prayed.

You heard the sound of the shofar. Please, you made a pledge for Tikun Olam – repairing the world.

You made a pledge to our Chavurah - Temple.

Please fulfill you obligation. There is so much that we do for our community. You all have envelopes for your response. Please dig deeper, give a little more than you can.

We are looking forward to the other Holidays this month, Succoth — the festival of Booths, and Simchat Torah. We will finish reading the book of Deuteronomy and begin reading Genesis again.

Please continue to support our Chavurah and send in your donations.

Thank you. L’Shana Tova Tikutavu.

L’shana Tova U’mtookah.

May you have a sweet and healthy new year.

You will be inscribed in the new year.

Shalom.

—Rabbi Dennis Tobin

Open Door Ministries Success in Life Full sermon at opendoorministries.net

Luke 12:16 The ground of a rich man yielded an abundant harvest. 18 Then he said, ‘This is what I’ll do. I will tear down my barns and build bigger ones, and there I will store my surplus grain.’ 19 And I’ll say to myself, ‘You have plenty of grain laid up for many years. Take life easy; eat, drink and be merry.’ 20 God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your life will be demanded from you. Then who will get what you have prepared for yourself?’ 21 This is how it will be with whoever stores up things for themselves but is not rich toward God. We see a rich person as successful. Although God can bless us financially it is His favor that is important. This man had money without God and was therefore truly destitute.

Psalm 1:1 Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked following their advice and example, nor stand in the path of sinners, nor sit down in the seat of scoffers. 2 But his delight is in the law of the Lord, And on His law [teachings] he habitually meditates.

The successful man is the one fully focused and delighting in God and His Word.

He will be tempered, humbled, strengthened, and given wisdom by his meditation on God’s mind.

Luke 6:47 Everyone who comes to Me and listens to My words and obeys them, I will show you whom he is like: 48 he is like a far-sighted and sensible man building a house, who dug deep and laid a foundation on the rock; and when a flood occurred, it burst against that house and could not shake it, because it had been securely built and founded on the rock 49 But the one who has heard but not practiced what I say, is like a foolish man who built a house without a foundation, and the torrent burst against it; and it collapsed, and the ruin was great.”

Hearing the Word of God and practicing the precepts of God are not the same. As Bruce Lee said, “Knowing is not enough, we must apply. Willing is not enough, we must do.”

In God’s eyes knowledge of Him is more important than financial gain or privilege Planning is important, but God must be part of the equation for true success Our personal relationships demonstrate our heart and our relationship to God The principles and wisdom of the Bible can make one rich materially and spiritually God’s ways should be uppermost in our minds which keeps us aware of His will Following Jesus wholeheartedly is demonstrated by keeping His Word, not just hearing it Our firm foundation is God, whoever hopes on Him will never be ashamed Sunday Services are @ 11 a.m. in the Bartow Community Center, room 28.

Contact Pastor Luis by text 917-334-4407 or email, opendoorministries.net.

Blessings in Christ.

—Pastor Luis Ramos

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC

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 from Building 30. Parking is available. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sanchez and our phone number is (718) 320-3795. Leave a message, if no answer.

Schedule for Sundays – Come and Receive a Blessing: We have the English service starting at 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. The bilingual services with communion will be on the first Sunday of each month from 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Children: Sunday School time will be at 9:45 a.m. Bring your children; they will have a great time while learning God’s word.

Adult: Sunday Bible Study in English will be at 8:45 a.m. and in Spanish at 10 a.m.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer/Bible Study Afternoon (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.” —Matthew 18:20. Tuesday afternoon at noon to 1 p.m. is the Spanish

Prayer & Bible Study. Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. is the English Prayer Service. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children that have a personal relationship with Him. Friday Night is Fun Night for the Youth (ages 13 – 21): This is a great time for the youth of our community to learn God’s word and enjoy each other’s company and make new friends. Start time is at 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. There will also be many activities. Exciting things are happening. Also on Tuesday evenings pastor will be teaching the youth who are interested in becoming leaders; time will be 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.

Prayer Vigil: There will be a prayer vigil on September 21st at 6 p.m. – 12 a.m. to pray for any and all needs or concerns you may have. Come and stay as long as you can.

Women’s Fellowship: There will be a women’s fellowship on Saturday, October 6th, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in Einstein Community Center, room 43.

Come and enjoy a great fellowship and have a great time.

Please keep your eye on the paper for upcoming events.

God bless.

—Barbara Penn

Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

Church of God’s Children

Church of God’s Children is located at 127 Dreiser Loop, patio level, to the right of the Montefiore Clinic. We invite you with open arms to come to our church, we hope that you can join with us in worship and God’s word. If you have needs and want someone to listen and to pray, we’re here for you with open hearts and God’s love to give away.

Schedule of Services: Sunday – Spanish Worship, 9:30 a.m.; English Worship, 1:15 p.m. 11:30 a.m. Sunday School in Spanish and English – SpanishBible Study on Prayer; English class “Study on the Mind.” Monday: FastingPrayer-Study at 9:30 a.m.; At 159 Fellowship Hall on Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. Intercessory Prayer and Bible Study on the Power of Prayer with Archbishop Rosario.

Wednesday: 12-step fellowship, 7-9 p.m. After School Workshop – Ms. Melinda’s Garden – Mon.-Fri., 2:30-6 p.m. We are still accepting applications

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute

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

May God bless you in this house!

God always keeps His Eyes on His children. Let’s look at scripture to support this. Psalms 121 says: 1 I will lift up my eyes to the hills— From whence comes my help?

2 My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth.

3 He will not allow your foot to [a] be moved; He who keeps you will not slumber.

4 Behold, He who keeps Israel Shall neither slumber nor sleep.

5 The Lord is your [b] keeper; The Lord is your shade at your right hand.

6 The sun shall not strike you by day, Nor the moon by night.

7 The Lord shall [c] preserve you from all evil; He shall preserve your soul.

8 The Lord shall preserve [d] your going out and your coming in From this time forth, and even forevermore.

Invitation: Sweet Hour of Prayer is today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion.

Vernon Little just released a new EP titled ‘Double Minded’ on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, etc. It’s a fusion of Gospel, R&B, and Rap. He also has videos on YouTube. You will be blessed, encouraged, and inspired.

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

—Evangelist Vernon Little

Building 32 Association

Meeting Our first meeting of the 2018-2019 season is scheduled for October 18, in our association room, which is located in Building 32B, first floor rear. Our special guest will be announced in a future article.

Our meeting starts at 7:30 p.m. and is generally concluded by 9:00 p.m. Our Executive Board is short of members. Please consider being a part of your building association as the time commitments are small and the rewards can be great.

Consideration Please think of your fellow cooperators when exiting your apartment or using the stairs. Do not let the door slam as the noise can wake people up, as well as being very annoying. Take your boxes and household items down to the basement where there is a place for them. If you spill something, clean it up. As for our laundry room, these carts are ours – not yours. Do not steal them and inconvenience others. Our washers and dryers inform you of how much time you have paid for; come down and claim your clothing and, if you should be late, do not scream and yell because someone has removed your clothes. Be thankful that you can still locate them. Be considerate as we all live in this world together.

—Lorna Smith

and registrations. Call 718-671-7265. The congregation extends birthday blessings to Archbishop Rosario, September 26. God promises us in His Word that He hears every word that we pray to Him. Like a good parent, He is waiting, ready, and willing to listen to our worries, concerns, and needs. Whether we are seeking forgiveness, strength, or healing, prayer provides the channel to communicate with God and receive supernatural strength and power! Never forget the three powerful resources you always have available to you: Love, Prayer and Forgiveness. We have applications for anyone desiring to be a wish-granter through Make-A-Wish Foundation. Volunteers are needed in the Bronx. Help grant a child a wish during his/her illness. Compassion and Love are two blessed ingredients for every Christian. Apply now – Training will be on Sat., October 6, at Residence Inn-Hutch Metro Atrium. For information, call 718-790-9120.

—Bishop Nancy Rosario

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Public Safety Report

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 return 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 return 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 a 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. Youths 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 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 Grammy, “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.

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Building 6 Association

I hope everyone enjoyed the 3rd annual Family Fun Day last Saturday. Celebrating 50 years of Co-op City, 1968 to 2018.

We gave away 800-plus hot dogs and 100 hamburgers. DJ Tee from Building 6 did an awesome job mixing up the music and getting everyone dancing and laughing. Thanks a lot to my friend, Marvin, doing a great job giving out the water and the juices and ice teas. It was a hot day and everyone loved getting a drink to keep them cool. Sonia did an awesome job making all the hot dogs and hamburgers for everyone one.

Co-op City is doing construction on our building’s waterproofing. It is going to take three months to finish the whole building. I am going to try to get better lighting for the back door of our building. There will be times they are going to close the wash room down for some time. There will be signs put up when that happens. We have to go to Buildings 7 or 8 or an outside place to do our wash. Trying to give everyone a heads-up about everything going on in the building.

Our building association room will be closed during this construction so we will not have any meetings until they are done. As always, our lobby attendant Andy Soto is doing a great job keeping everyone safe in the building and helping everyone in the building, too. We all love hearing “Welcome Home, when we walk in the building. Let’s keep making our building an enjoyable place to live.

—Jeffrey Schwartz

Cooperators United Of Co-op City

Welcome back. Our next meeting is Tuesday, September 25th, 7 p.m., Bartow, room 31. Let’s plan our agenda for the coming months.

We still have issues with the Conner Street Post Office and PO Package Boxes in our lobbies and, most important, is to get our folks out to VOTE in November.

The November election is very important. How do we get the message across that their VOTE counts and what the issues are? I can be reached at MLSAH@aol or 718-379-7841.

—Sonja Maxwell

Co-op City Resident Recognized For Commitment To Fellow Man

Deborah C. Nelson, vice president of the African-American Association, with other recipients received the Leadership Award at the Illustrious Awards ceremony held at CUNY Graduate School on September 14. The Illustrious Awards honors distinguished Latinos for their hard work and contributions to the black and brown communities. Deborah assisted the late attorney Ramon J. Jimenez on many missions; she was one of the great organizers and coordinators of the Bronx Chapter of the Freedom Party, where attorney Ramon J. Jimenez headed. Brother Jimenez's daughter, Laila Roman-Jimenez, is the leaf that came from that tree and she, along with Ramon's supporters, were successful in getting the street corner on 149th Street, Bronx, NY near his office named "Ramon Jimenez Way." Deborah is a better leader, activist and person because of the many lessons learned from Ramon Jimenez, who believed that the power is in the people and to always stand up to the injustices done to poor and forgotten people.

Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association

Welcome back. Hope all enjoyed the summer. As a reminder school is open— drive carefully. Our general membership meeting is Monday, September 24th, 7 p.m., Activity Room. At the meeting, we will discuss building and security issues,along with planning for the coming months.

We also must get out the VOTE in November. This is a very important election in November. Change can only happen when you VOTE. If you are going to be out of town or are unable to get to the poles, you can pull a blank NYS Absentee Ballot Application online by going to Google and typing in nys absentee ballot or call 718-299-9017.

Remember to lock your door. If you have two locks, lock them both. Don’t take chances. We all must be aware of our surroundings. Don’t open your door or buzz anyone in unless you know who it is. The holidays are almost upon us—remain alert.

Our best wishes to all who are celebrating a special day/event this month.

Thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who has suffered a loss or is sick and shut-in. To contact CCPD, call 718-671-3050.

We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com or 718-379-7841. —Sonja Maxwell As we say “farewell” to summer and welcome in the fall, the association is ready to get back to business. Our first meeting will be on Wednesday, September 26th.

While the focus of the meeting will be on advanced planning for several major events that we host annually, we also want to bring attention to voter education and engagement ahead of this year’s midterm elections. The deadline for registering new voters is October 12th.

It will be good to see many of you, so please mark your calendar. Meeting Wednesday, September 26th, at 7:30 p.m.

—Josie Ferguson

Association of Building 14 Cooperators

Building 26 Association

We would like to say welcome back from the summer hiatus. We will have our first building meeting on Tuesday, October 9th, at 7 p.m. in the association meeting room in the rear of Building 26B. It is with great sadness that I let everyone know that Hal Satinoff from Building 26C has passed away. Hal was an intricate part of the Co-op City community for over 45 years. He was a former president and one of the originators of the Building 26 Association. He stayed involved with the building association as a vice president until he became ill a few years ago. He was part of the COCO group (this is the organization that fought to preserve and still fights to preserve affordable housing in Co-op City). Hal was also involved on many Riverbay Board of Directors’ committees over the years. There will be a special memorial service for Hal on September 24th at 7:30 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center. Our prayers go out to his family (his wife, Eileen, and their two sons); may their grief be swift and their sweet memories long.

As I stated above, our first meeting will be on Tuesday, October 9th, at 7 p.m.

Please bring your questions and concerns to the meeting so the president can bring them to Riverbay. Remember the president is our eyes and ears in the community and brings us all the news of the goings-on in Co-op City. Refreshments will be served following the meeting. The executive board hopes to see many of you at the meeting.

It has come to our attention that people are taking the laundry carts from the laundry room. Just to remind all of our cooperators, do not take the carts from the laundry room. If you are caught with a laundry room cart, you will receive a Community Complaint from the Dept. of Public Safety. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation in this matter.

—Patty Cipollaro

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