Co-op City Times 09/30/17 by Co-op City Times

Shareholders Express Opinions Both For And Against Waterfront Park Co-op City’s official newspaper serving the world’s largest cooperative community.

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On a beautiful warm early autumn afternoon last Saturday, September 23rd, close to 300 Co-op City residents came to the Co-op City Little League Fields adjacent to the Hutchinson River to listen and express their BY BILL STUTTIG

Saturday, September 30, 2017

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opinions on New York City’s offer to build a public park on nearly 1.4 acres of Riverbay-owned land on the riverfront. Of the 300 residents attending, 22 signed up for the chance to offer their point of view on the subject. Opinions

Hundreds of shareholders came to the Co-op City Little League Fields last Saturday morning to hear details on the city’s proposal to build a waterfront park for Co-op City and to offer their opinions on if and how the park should be built. Photos by Bill Stuttig

Riverbay Board First Vice President Bernie Cylich offered the community some perspective on Co-op City’s history of donating land to New York City in exchange for essential services. Director Cylich also detailed the millions of dollars in taxes, charges, and services that the community’s shareholders provide to the city each year.

Riverbay Corporation To Hold Hurricane Relief Drive

At the request of Riverbay Board President Linda Berk, Management is putting the finishing touches on a collection drive to benefit the victims of the three major hurricanes – Harvey, Irma and Maria. The collection drive will begin on Wednesday, October 4 and will run for two weeks until Wednesday, October 18. “While there are a couple of community organizations collecting for this need, there is room for us to do more on behalf of Riverbay Corporation,” said Board President Berk. According to Riverbay’s Assistant Executive General Manager Cary Smith III, collection boxes will be located outside of the Cooperator Service Office (CSO) in the Dreiser and Einstein Centers, as well as outside of Public Safety headquarters in the Bartow Center and in each of the community’s eight garages. There will be three collection boxes at each drop-off site clearly marked with the kind of items to be placed in each. One box will be for unexpired canned/dry foods, the second for personal hygiene/unwrapped paper goods and boxed plastic cutlery and the third box for flashlights, (Continued on page 17)

Disabilities Expo 2017 This Sunday In Dreiser

Over 70 disability service providers are scheduled to attend this year’s Disabilities Expo in Dreiser Auditoriums A, B, and C tomorrow, Sunday, Oct. 1 from noon to 6 p.m. Attendees will learn about tools and services for persons with disabilities, friends and families. The event features an Exhibit Hall, art gallery, Gospel concert, lectures, a children’s activity room, a calming room and food tasting. Come and learn valuable information at the many

excellent training sessions, connect with attendees, obtain resources, supplies and advice you need from a wide variety of service providers. The Expo is presented by Co-op City Seventh-day Adventist Church with Riverbay’s Disabilities and Accommodation Committee, chaired by Board Director Andrea Leslie; as well as Riverbay Corporation in collaboration with New York State Senator Jamaal T. Bailey. Also attending is AHRC New York City.

varied both for and against the city’s proposed park on Riverbay land, with others offering a middle ground view that they would like to see a park, but only if the community can continue to control the land. Others made the point that there are many more high priority issues that the community should be focused on at this time rather than a park. Riverbay Board President Linda Berk began the near two-and-halfhour long town hall meeting with a ten-minute synopsis of the events leading up to the city’s offer to Co-op

City to build a public waterfront park on 1.4 acres of donated vacant waterfront property. President Berk, during her presentation, explained that the issue arose out of a town hall meeting hosted by Mayor Bill de Blasio in the north Bronx outside of Co-op City last November at which she and two other Board Directors – Bernie Cylich and Leslie Peterson – had the opportunity to ask the mayor questions regarding the expenses that Co-op City shareholders incur which are directly

FACTS MATTER Waterfront Park

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For fifty years, this to have a park or not stretch of land was fenced President’s Message will only be made after off and hidden from this input from the commcommunity. For some time, unity. Many shareholdPresident it was used as a dumping ers have approached me ground by Riverbay Corto say they want a park, poration. We are now proposand many have said they do ing that the community connot. A number of sharesiders the use of this waterholders have said they want front property as a park. more information, while With the proposal to others have said they favor develop this land into a the process that the Board city park, there has come a resolution envisions, which lot of emotion, questions involves the community in and misinformation. There shaping the design of whatare some trying to rile up ever community use is made the community to stop this of the land. park before all the facts are presented. Fair Market Value In the end, the decision for a park or As a NYS licensed Real Estate no park will be the decision of all Sales representative, I can speak from shareholders. knowledge regarding Riverbay propThis is the first fact – neither the erty. The 2.28 acres of land in question president, nor the Board gave any land away! The decision on whether (Continued on page 2)

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has always been zoned as a “park,” which means it can only be used for recreational purposes. It may also be an adjacent tidal wetland in a flood zone. Any use of this park land is subject to numerous restrictions, reviews and approvals from the EPA, DEC, DEP and the Army Core of Engineers. Nearly 1 acre of it is under water and incapable of being developed. A statement was recently made that the land is worth $7 million because that is the average price of an acre of land in the Bronx. Even if you know little about real estate, common sense will tell you that this statement is wrong. Land values are not based on averages, they are specific to the location. What someone will pay to buy a piece of land is determined by recent sale prices of “comparable” properties or the amount of money that a person can make from the property. The value of a specific piece of land is determined by many factors, including the specific location, the actual or potential use of that land, zoning, environmental condition and restrictions, existing utilities, access, and development costs. This parcel of land is zoned for a park. It’s use is restricted to open space and recreation. It cannot be used or developed for housing, or a nursing home, or a school, a shopping center, or a gas station. There are numerous environmental restrictions. There is no parking. Who would pay $7M for land they cannot use or develop to earn money. No one. As stated in the Free Legal Dictionary, Fair Market Value is “The amount for which real property would be sold in a voluntary transaction between a buyer and seller, neither of whom is under any obligation to buy or sell.” The customary test of fair market value in real estate transactions is the price that a buyer is willing, but is not under any duty, to pay for a particular property to an owner who is willing, but not obligated, to sell. Various factors can have an effect on the fair market value of real estate, including the uses to which the property has been adapted and the demand for similar property. Impact on Riverbay’s Financial Statements A question was also raised about whether the transfer of this land to the city would negatively impact our financial statements. According to Riverbay’s outside accounting firm, the transfer would not have a negative or material impact to Riverbay’s financial statements or condition. The value of Riverbay’s land is recorded at its cost when it was acquired in 1965. It was $24 million in 1965 and has continued as $24 million for every financial statement from 1965 to the present. According to our certified public accounting firm, O’Connor and Davies, “Under Generally Accepted Accounting Practices (GAAP), land is recorded at historical cost. Increases in the carrying value to fair market value is not permitted under GAAP.” The question is park or no park When I moved here in 1969, the plan was for the entire waterfront to be given to the City for development. That is why this land, and the land south of it, is already zoned as “park.” At that time, the City didn’t have the money. We have the perfect example of how the City can build us a park, it has been done successfully in the Little League field. The Little League fields were built by the City of New York after we transferred the property to NYC. The City spent their money and then turned the park over to Riverbay. We, as the controller of the fields, have given the Co-op City Little League the right to control and maintain the fields. It is our park! Quite honestly, I never expected the negative feedback some have given. This was always the plan as I knew it as an original cooperator. As a matter of fact, decades ago Riverbay signed an agreement with the City agreeing to donate 43 acres of land to be used for schools, parks, and a firehouse. This is evidenced by the education park containing Truman High School, the Little League playing fields, and the Firehouse. When Riverbay bought approximately 400 acres from National Development Corporation in 1965, we donated some of that land for our streets that are now city owned and paid the City $3 million to build the drainage system and lights. When we signed an agreement decades ago agreeing to transfer 43 acres to the City, we proceeded to give 26 acres for the educational park, ¼ acre for the firehouse, 2.5 acres for P.S. 160 in Section Five and eventually in 1979, after lobbying for the little league facility for our youth, we gave the City 3.4 acres to build the two fields. Clearly, the City building us a park on land already zoned and restricted to park use would save us from spending money we do not have for a park. The land in question has been fenced off and essentially abandoned for fifty years. I saw it as a coup

to finally have access to this beautiful property that most shareholders have never seen. The City would be building more than a patch of grass, flowers and benches with the input of the community (included in the agreement). City money could afford to give us a park with running water, electricity, along with passive and non-passive recreational options based on the community’s desires. This would be a park we maintain and control and the City would provide capital repairs and improvements along with assuming liability with us. As we have seen at other waterfront parks like Dunbo and even as close as Soundview, these parks raise the value of the property and improve the quality of our lives. One of our responsibilities as Board directors is to improve Co-op City’s curb appeal and give you a better quality of life. How would the enjoyment of a waterfront park negatively impact this community? No one is coming to Co-op City to use a patch of land. The way real estate works, improving a 1.4 acre of land will provide much more value to the rest of the real estate than that patch of land is worth. Let me remind you again, the community will decide whether we allow the City of New York to build a park for our use and control, and if so, what kind of park will be built. Their money, our enjoyment. I will do everything I can to see that Resolution #17-33 is not rescinded so that this decision is one of the entire community, not the decision of a few vocal shareholders. Every shareholder has that right. It is very important to me that we make the decision about this park based on facts, facts and more facts. I do not believe in making emotional decisions that have such long lasting effects. Priorities I want to reinforce to every shareholder that Riverbay’s priorities have not, will not change. We are funded to repair our elevators, lobby doors, lobby interiors and shopping centers. The discussion or possible approval of a waterfront park has absolutely NO effect on the priority projects for Riverbay Corporation. As always, I am interested in your thoughts and ideas. Please feel free to contact me at Riverbay Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or Lberk@riverbayboard.com. Thank you.

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College Fair On Oct. 7

The 6th Annual College Fair will be held on Saturday, Oct. 7 in the Dreiser Auditorium. Grades 3-6 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. 11 a.m., there will be guest speakers in the field of Aeronautics. Grades 7-12 from 12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Financial Aid workshop for parents and students from 4-6 p.m. There will be flash drives with scholarship listings available. This is a free event sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, State Senator Jamaal T. Bailey, Flowers Good, Bob’s Furniture, DB Holdings, Inc., PepsiCo and CVS. Please make every effort to attend.

Next CB #10 Meeting In Co-op City

The next CB #10 meeting will be held on Thursday, October 19 in room 31 of the Bartow Community Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 at 7:30 p.m. For further information, please contact CB 10 at (718) 892-1161.

Bereavement Support In Session

The JASA Bereavement Support Group, facilitated by Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., has resumed meeting on Mondays in room 13 of the Dreiser Center at 1 p.m. on a weekly basis. For further information, please contact Dr. Smith at 917-734-4058.

Air Conditioning Shutdown

In preparation for the upcoming heating season, air conditioning to all apartments will be shut down after sun down (around 7 p.m.) today, Saturday, September 30th in deference to Co-op City families celebrating Yom Kippur. During the shut-down period, the chillers that are operated in the summer months will be shut down and maintenance and repair of the heating system will be conducted before heat is turned on and becomes available in apartment.

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of interest in discussing the park plan. The Mayor announced the proposal the following evening at a press conference held in Bartow Community Center. President Berk stressed throughout her explanation Saturday morning before the community’s comments were taken that the land cannot and will not be donated without shareholders having a say and a vote on whether to go along with the city’s proposal. She stated, “It is important to me that the cooperators make a decision on this park based on facts, facts and more facts and not base this decision –- which will have long-lasting consequences – on emotion. In Former Board President Cleve Taylor made the point that the Board should know the value of the end, it will be our decision. the acreage they are proposing to donate beEvery shareholder will have a fore they donate. say and a vote.” The first shareholder to exercise pressing over the park offer to the detheir right to a say Saturday morning bate which eventually led to the comwas Building 9 President Linda munity turning down the Cablevision Collins who likened the situation to deal two years before. She said that handing over your backyard to a deal was an amazing opportunity neighbor who promises to fix it up turned down and she fears that the only to have that neighbor take over community is about to do the same the land that you once owned. “Soon,” thing again. “Our first inclination is to she said, “it is not your backyard anybe scared of it,” she said. “We should more and there is nothing you can do be less scared and more ready to take about it.” on the opportunity to have a beautiful Other shareholders who spoke after waterfront park where all we have Ms. Collins appeared to be on the fence now is pipes and garbage.” Pointing over the issue, saying more information to the waterfront view on the sunny needs to be provided. This was a conday, she said, “This is beautiful and cern regularly heard throughout the two we should be enjoying it.” hours of public comments. Michael Miller, a retired African Lynette Wright expressed concern American history professor and a regular contributor to almost all Co-op City public meetings, said he is not sure how he will vote on this proposal right now, needing more information, but he said that he resented implications made by some that this offer somehow equates to plights faced by African-American ancestors. “Our ancestors had their land stolen,” the history professor said. “They had no choice. We have a choice. We have ownership of this land and we can say ‘yes’ or we can say ‘no.’ To suggest otherwise is totally unrelated and unfair. Listen to the facts on this matter first and make a logical conclusion and a logical decision.” Shareholder Cleve Taylor, a former Board director and Riverbay president, asked the current Board directors in atShareholders took a moment to enjoy the views from the waterfront of the tendance – of which there were 13 of Hutchinson River. the 15 present – if they knew the value or donate the space. about the maintenance of the park and of the land which was being proposed Riverbay was informed that the what that would cost Riverbay in the for donation to the city. When no Board Mayor wanted to announce the prolong run. She stated: “The city is unredirector answered, he said, “When you posed park during Bronx Week which liable. There are so many other things donate something, you should know was being observed that week. An that need to be done. How is this gowhat it is worth – what is the fair maremergency resolution was therefore ing to be maintained and how is this ket value of the land we are giving drafted and the Board voted 8 to 4 to apgoing to be paid for?” away.” He then quoted the average prove a Memorandum of Donation on Stephanie Clarke compared the ap(Continued on page 4) May 24th which signified an expression prehension the community was exrelated to the city and its services or lack thereof. At that meeting, Ms. Berk specifically addressed the community’s efforts to get relief from the exorbitant and arguably unfair asbestos abatement requirements which cost shareholders more than $2 million a year. Director Cylich asked the mayor then about the community’s rising New York City-imposed water and sewage expenses and Director Peterson addressed receiving some kind of financial compensation for the garbage collection treatment services that Riverbay pays for itself along with around-the-clock policing services – a shareholders’ expense of more than $14 million which comes at an estimated savings of more than $22 million for the city. While the mayor did not commit to any compensation, the inquiries led to an unprecedented series of meetings at City Hall between Board President Berk and Riverbay Management officials and leading members of de Blasio’s administration, including a deputy mayor, commissioners and the mayor himself for at least parts of those meetings. While no asbestos abatement relief or compensation in the form of additional services were agreed to – specifically a request by Riverbay for a community center to be built here – following those meetings, Riverbay Management did, however, receive a call in late May from the administration about its willingness to build a waterfront park for the community if the community was willing to provide

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value of Co-op City. “In the normal course of events,” he said, “this is not an emergency resolution. The matter of donating our land should have been brought to us first.” Later on in the meeting, other prominent community leaders, such as Hattie Overman and Othelia Jones, another former Riverbay President, said they agreed with Mr. Taylor in that the city’s proposal should have been brought to the entire community first before the Board voted on the initial Memorandum of Donation. Director Cylich followed Mr. Taylor’s comments by citing all the money that Co-op City shareholders pay to the city annually, plus the cost of services it provides for itself in lieu of New York City agencies providing those services. When he added it all up, he concluded that Co-op City pays to New York City – in taxes, fees and services – more than $100 million annually or more than a billion dollars over a decade. Mr. Cylich also argued that Co-op City has a history of donating land to the city in exchange for essential services, such as the firehouse and schools, and he also cited other waterfront park projects built by New York City in other neighborhoods, such as on Manhattan’s west side, which increased the overall fair market value of real estate in those communities simply by virtue of the aesthetic improvement the parks brought to those communities. Michelle Marbury of the Section 4 Partnership said she feared that the park issue was dividing the community at a time when the community needs to come together. “Let the city build the park,” she said, “and then we can control it. We have other expenses. The most important thing is us coming together as a unified body of people. We have not yet learned to be unified.” Ms. Marbury added: “When the generations to come are left here, let’s see to it that there is something left here for them.” Long-time resident Annie Haynes said: “I don’t need a riverside park. All I have to do is go outside my building. We have parks all over the place. We need a community center.” Section 5 community leader Nelson Sweeting said: “When the opportunity comes to us, we tend to be afraid. Let’s stop being afraid. Let’s build the park. If the city is willing to do it, why should we spend the money?” Adriana Rojas expressed that not building a park would be missing out on an opportunity. However, there is enough talent in the community for Co-op City to design and build its own park, she maintained. Some of the shareholders asked if the city builds the park, would it be open to outsiders. Attorney Jeffrey Buss answered that if the city provides the park, it would be a public park open to everyone. Director Cylich added that Co-op City is not a gated community and all its open park land is open to everyone now; yet, there is never or rarely a problem with outsiders using our parkland irresponsibly. Towards the end of the meeting, Directors Daryl Johnson and Leslie Peterson both said that they feel that a park is something the community can do on its own without the city getting involved. Director Evelyn Turner said, “We should not negotiate with the city using our land.” Director Andrea Leslie publicly took exception to those she feels are using the issue to divide the community. She said, “We are supposed to be working together as a community and we cannot allow the distractors to take us away (Continued from page 3)

Truman HS To Showcase Educational Offerings To Eighth Graders This Fall

Eighth grade students from Co-op City and across the Bronx will soon begin the daunting process of evaluating, selecting and applying to a high school. Now, they will have an opportunity to get an in-depth look at the programs, activities and academics offered by their neighborhood high school, Harry S Truman High School. According to school administrators, Harry S Truman High School is one of the last comprehensive public high schools in New York City. However, a surprisingly small percentage of the school’s student body actually comes from Coop City despite the close proximity of the school to most Co-op City homes.To help change this, Co-op City parents of eighth graders and the students themselves are invited to check out the comprehensive school for themselves during one of three open house events, the first being today, Saturday, September 30th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. “Parents and students are sometimes a bit intimidated by a large school building, but what they realize once they visit here, is that we have really mastered the ‘small school’ atmosphere through our special programs,” explained Media teacher Dave Roush. Mr. Roush explained that Truman is home to several career-themed academies, including Media Communications and Television Production, Culinary Arts, Air Force Junior ROTC, Pre-Engineering and Robotics, Computer Technology, Law and Law Enforcement, as well as a brand new Performing Arts Academy. Aside from the easy commute from all Co-op City homes, the school offers varying curriculums to fit a wide variety of interests and skill levels and to prepare students for higher education opportunities once they graduate from Truman, Mr. Roush explained. “Our enrollment numbers are up – the quality of our student body gets better every year, and we have a great group of engaged parents and teachers who really care and work hard to see our kids succeed,” Mr. Roush (Continued on 29)

Shareholder Linda Collins was the first to speak at the meeting voicing her uneasiness over putting someone else in charge of a piece of the community’s land. Photo by Bill Stuttig

from our goals.” Many of the shareholders asked for more information before being asked to decide on the proposal as a community. President Berk concluded the meeting by saying, “Listen to the facts and make this decision on facts, not emotions. We just ask you to pay attention to the facts and the details and continue to stay involved.” Ms. Berk promised more meetings and a chance for every shareholder to vote on the proposal. Following the adjournment of the town hall meeting, shareholders were invited to walk down to the edge of the Little League property to enjoy the view of the river. Many of the participating shareholders took a moment to do so.

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NCNW’s 8th Annual Community Health Fair

The NCNW held its eigth Annual Community Health Fair last Saturday, September 23rd in the Dreiser Center which featured a wide variety of health-related agencies and organizations. Those participating included Montefiore’s Medical Group in the Dreiser Center which provided free blood pressure testing among other services. The Safe Sleep Initiative Unit was also in attendance to give new parents valuable information about sleep safety for their newborns. CaringKind presented information about Alzheimer’s Disease, and the New York City Fire Department provided fire safety education. Thanks to the many others who participated and helped make this event a resounding success. It was a day well-spent. Photos by Akeisha Neely

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Letter to the Editor

Appraised Fair Market Value Of Land Proposed For Waterfront Park

To the Editor: I have asked the Board of Directors on behalf of the hundreds of shareholders whose voices were heard on Saturday, September 23rd to please listen to them and rescind Emergency Resolution 17-33 regarding donating land and to continue their good work. I would like to thank the shareholders for supporting my discourse on Appraised Fair Market Value (FMV) of Co-op City land. My guiding principle regarding our corporation has always been, “Business first, not Politics.” I expected that the Board directors who voted “YES” would have known the Appraised Fair Market Value of Co-op City land before passing an Emergency Resolution and signing a “Memorandum of Donation” to the City of New York. The FMV is a principle component of any transaction of value. There was certainly sufficient time (5 months) to get a land appraisal of Co-op City

before calling a Town Hall meeting. All Board directors have received an audited 2017 RBC Financial Statements. On the very first Statement, there is a Balance Sheet and on the very first line is “Land.” There is a reason why “land” is always number 1. The Book Value (BV) carried in those Statements has been the same amount for many, many years. I was disappointed that no Board director knew that value. I was also surprised that there was no plan to return the Fair Market Value of the land back to the Balance Sheet—a fundamental principle of good business. I would have liked to discuss with the Board and the community other key factors and aspects regarding this matter, however, time did not permit. If this matter is brought up again at future Town Hall meetings, I will bring it to their attention. —Cleve Taylor

We Must Maintain Control Of Our Waterfront Property

Waterfront Park

To the Editor: At Saturday’s Town Hall Meeting, the consensus among shareholders appears to be that they do not want to be in partnership with the city.The concern expressed repeatedly seems to be, why did the Board take it upon themselves to enter into this Memorandum of Donation? The point was conveyed that the shareholders were not included in this Emergency Resolution 17-33. It is my opinion that this Memorandum of Donation benefits the mayor because he wanted to announce his accomplishments during Bronx Week. But why would the Board say “yes” without thinking it through? Why would one not listen to former Board president Cleve Taylor who is a professional in the construction business? At Saturday’s Town Hall Meeting he advised the Board not to entertain donating our land. Mr. Taylor asked the Board the question, does anyone knows the value of the land and how would they balance the financial sheet? No Board member answered. Mr. Taylor explained that this parcel of land is a shoreline and should not be disturbed. Shareholders expressed that we already have benches, parks, and beautiful landscape, able to look out their windows and enjoy the view of the river. They said we have an element of quality of life issues that we should consider first priority. There were recommendations to use the skills of an architect, engineer, and intern architect who live in the community. It was expressed that we can do this project for ourselves, therefore maintain full control of the waterfront and eliminate having to grant the general public access. The waterfront will be solely for Co-op City shareholders. On the Board retreat issue, this will possibly open up ongoing Board trips for years to come and we all know not everyone acts responsibly with money. If Riverbay has $10,000 now for the second year in a row to do a trip, I would suggest the Board should roll back money to shareholders from the labor lawsuit’s 4.5% assessment. Now I think that would be the right thing to do… —H. Overman

First Responders BBQ

To the Editor: As a longtime resident of Co-op City, I was totally disappointed that the founder of the First Responders Program in Co-op City was not given an award. How quickly we forget the leadership of a good director who was and remains an important part of protecting the quality of life in Co-op City, yet we give recognition to people who get paid for what they do as employees of Riverbay Corporation? —Jose Rosado 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.

To the Editor: I attended the Town Hall meeting held on Saturday, September 23rd. I came to the meeting not feeling one way or the other about the proposed waterfront park. I left agreeing with most of my fellow cooperators that the park is not in our best interest at this time. Shareholder Linda Collins gave the best scenario in my opinion as to why we wouldn’t want a park in our area in an extremely pleasant, easy to understand story line. The next two commentators were equally concise in voicing what they see as the negatives for the park. I believe what occurred afterwards was a waste of time for me and anyone else who came to receive the facts. Perhaps the former Board president should hold his own Town Hall meeting in the future. discredit the Board in public and they appear equally antagonistic towards him. This amounted to a waste of time and energy for those of us who have lives to live outside of personal politics of the Riverbay Board. It truly was disheartening to see how quickly a Town Hall meeting disintegrated into a shouting match with threats, to shareholders being removed by Public Safety. This was not a cooperator meeting. It was an ego match and no one would win. I appreciate Mr. Taylor’s ideas and agree with some of them, but I believe the confusion he brought to the Town Hall meeting was unnecessary. I wish he could find a way to work with the Board instead of placing himself outside and throwing darts. —Karen Blanchette

Why Not Keep Our Own Land And Develop Our Own Park?

To the Editor: Goodhue Center land in the New Brighton section of Staten Island has been sold to New York City and will be preserved as a city park, according to a June issue of the Staten Island Advance and Staten Island Real-Time News. Per these articles, monies from the sale of this land, in addition to monies committed by Staten Island Borough President James Otto, will be used not only for the purchase of this land by the city, but also for park improvements. A spokeswoman for Mayor de Blasio stated that the purchase and improvements to this land “made possible by funding from Mayor De Blasio and Borough President Otto ... will allow us to bring more green space and recreational amenities to the North Shore.” Why then is Co-op City different? Why donate land to the city to have the city develop a park? Clearly, in my opinion, the Board directors who voted for this emergency resolution did not engage in due diligence (I’m guessing that since it was deemed an emergency, they did not have time). This became more obvious to me when not a single Board member in (Continued on Page 8)

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CCPD Offers Burglary Prevention Tips For Residents

October has been recognized as Crime Prevention month since 1984. In recognition of Crime Prevention Month the Public Safety Report will provide various crime prevention topics for the month of October. This week’s article will address the topic of Burglary and other crimes against your home and your property. McGruff, the Crime Dog, says, “Crime Bites Take a Bite Out of Crime.” For more information about crime prevention, contact the National Crime Prevention Council at 1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 13th floor, Washington, DC 20036, (202) 466-6272, or on their website, www.ncpc.org. There are McGruff, the crime dog, activities for kids and crime prevention ideas for adults. Burglary is a crime that tends to occur in patterns from time to time. Advanced surveillance systems and improved technology have greatly reduced the occurrence of burglaries within Co-op City. It is still a good idea to be aware of steps that can be taken to further decrease your odds of being a burglary victim. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety offers these tips to decrease your chance of being burglarized. Never welcome burglars by telephone. Burglars have been known to try to find out if anyone is home by phoning. If you get a pattern of several suspicious wrong numbers or hang up calls, notify 9-1-1 or the Co-op City Department of Public Safety at 1(718) 671-3050. Warn family members, children included not to give out information by telephone. It is particularly important not to tell callers who is out or how long they are expected to be out. Also, do not put this information on your answering machine. A standard greeting, “There is no one available to come to the phone right now, please leave a message” does not divulge extended absences to potential burglars. Never open your door to anyone you do not know. Ask repair persons or delivery persons to show identification. All Riverbay employees and utility providers, such as Cablevision, are required to carry identification while on duty. Do not open your door until you are sure the person on the other side is legitimate. If you have any doubt, call 9-1-1 or the Department of Public Safety at 1(718) 671-3050. Always make your home look and sound occupied. Consider purchasing a timer with a random setting to turn on a radio and lights at different times every day while on vacation. Lights that are left on for long periods of time can also signal that no one is home. Never advertise your vacation plans. Inform a trusted neighbor who can collect newspapers, mail or other deliveries. The postal service will suspend mail service for vacation periods. Notify the Public Safety Department if you are a member of the “Are you Okay?” program. Install good pick-proof locks and use them every time you leave the house or go to sleep. Riverbay Corporation provides only bottom lock access. A good quality top lock with a safety plate is highly recommended. Always change your locks if you lose your keys. Never leave keys under the mat, on top of the door frame or in any other “hiding” spot. Always keep house keys separate from car keys when utilizing valet service. Never place identifying information on keys. Consider purchasing a burglar alarm and set it every time you leave the house or when you go to sleep. Do not reward the burglar who does get in. If, despite your precautions, a burglar does get in, don’t

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reward him with a large sum of cash and jewelry. Never keep large sums of cash in your home. Keep jewelry not often worn in a safe deposit box. Consider purchasing a high quality personal safe for short term storage of certain valuables. Inventory

valuables and keep receipts in a safe place in the event that you are the victim of a burglary. Never enter your apartment if you believe it has been burglarized. The burglar could still be in the apartment.

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY (Continued on page 30)

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties. Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions. CONTRACT SUMMARY

Contract 3199 Environmental Health & Safety Consultant Bids Due: October 12, 2017 at 4 p.m. Insurance: Insurance is required from winning bidder.

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In Memoriam - Shirley L. Mack (June 25, 1936 – September 15, 2017)

Shirley Leonora Rose Morgan Mack, 81, passed away on Friday, Sept. 15, 2017, at Einstein Hospital. Shirley was born in Manhattan on June 25, 1936, the daughter of Ruby Harris and Leonce Morgan. She had two sisters, Valerie and Ruby, and one brother, Ahmed Kamil (née Keith). Raised on Forest Avenue in the Morrisania region of the Bronx, Shirley attended St. Anthony’s Elementary School and St. Michael’s High School. She graduated from St. John’s Long Island City Hospital School of Nursing in 1957. In the 1960’s, Shirley met John Butler Mack, a young police officer walking his beat in Morissania. Shirley’s straight-forward, no-nonsense style was evident in that first meeting – when John asked if he could walk with her, Shirley’s response was, “It’s a free country.” They married in 1966, and were blessed with sons Steven John and Paul Butler. Shirley, John, and their boys were some of the first residents of Co-op City. Shirley worked as a Registered Nurse for 40 years — as a Red Cross phlebotomist at Beth Abraham Nursing Home, and as a phlebotomist and later

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attendance at Saturday’s Town Hall could answer a question posed by Cleve Taylor, former president of the Riverbay Board of Directors. Board members were asked to cite the monetary value of the land they voted in favor of giving away. Not one person could answer! Instead, we were reminded of the fact that we pay taxes to the city and get little in return therefore we should allow the city to give us a park. Really? The city is not giving us anything since we have to give the city the land first! We can keep our land and develop our own park. It was very interesting to observe the Board’s behavior when faced with Mr. Taylor’s challenging questions. One speaker talked at great length about totally unrelated subjects, yet CCPD was signaled to remove Mr. Taylor when he continued to present very valid comments. Why the attempt to stop Mr. Taylor from speaking? —Marie Standford

Nurse Manager of the New York Blood Center. Even after her retirement, Shirley remained an RN at heart. If you asked her what she did, she’d tell you that she had been an RN for 60 years. Shirley exemplified the principles of hard work, devotion to family, friendship, and life-long dedication to learning. She graduated summa cum laude from Lehman College in 1984 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing; from Fordham University in 1987 with a Master of Science in Education degree; and from the New York Institute of Technology in 1994 with a Master of Science with Distinction in Instructional Technology. As the New York Blood Center’s finest phlebotomist, Shirley performed an on-air blood-collection from David Letterman on “Late Night” in 1988. Even after her retirement, Shirley continued to represent the Blood Center by demonstrating the latest in phlebotomy equipment at national conferences. Shirley was a devoted Roman Catholic for the entirety of her life, and a founding parishioner of St. Michael the Archangel’s Parish in Co-op City. Shirley was a leader in Co-op City’s Defoe Place townhouse community, which she served on Co-op City’s Buildings and Grounds Committee; as Secretary of the Defoe Place Townhouse Association; and as an organizer of many events and services for her neighbors. She was a devoted friend and a fierce advocate for her neighbors when their municipal needs went unattended. The staff of Co-op City’s Riverbay Corporation knew and respected her as a no-nonsense woman who wouldn’t rest until she had been heard, acknowledged, and given satisfaction that improved the lives of her friends and neighbors. Shirley was an eager and avid traveler. Her many journeys included pilgrimages to Catholic Spain and to Canada to see Pope John Paul II, and trips to Italy and Scandinavia with her sons, daughter-in-law and grandchildren. She loved going on cruises with John, who preceded her passing with his own in March, 2010. Shirley is survived by her sons Steven and Paul; step-daughter Patricia; grandchildren Cydney Fisher-Mack and John Fisher-Mack; sisters Valerie Watkins and Ruby Rollé; and her daughter-in-law Mary Fisher. Her family and many devoted friends miss her dearly, and will forever hold her memory in their hearts.

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Building 13 Association

Reminder: Help our community Recycle, Reduce and Re-Use—Earth Day is every day! Our building association meeting will be held on October 5, at 7:00 p.m. in the meeting room. Our special guest will be the director of restoration, Edgar Perez. This is your opportunity to get answers to your questions regarding painting, plastering, flooring and appointment timeframes. In order to provide the best service to shareholders, it is important for the directors to hear from you. Make sure you read the bulletin board in the lobby for announcements of upcoming meetings and events. Your community involvement helps improve and ensure your quality of life. A big shout-out to Elena Marrero who again has made it possible for us to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a Bombazo. Join the Rivers Run Community Garden on Sunday, October 1, for Bomba On The River. Event begins at 2:00 p.m. located near the Little League Field. We want to thank all who have responded and will be traveling with us to the SUGAR HOUSE CASINO – Philadelphia, Pa. and WARMDADDY’S DINNER, JAZZ and BLUES CLUB. The bus will leave from Casals Place at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, October 21, and depart from WarmDaddys at 9:00 p.m. We thank you for your prompt payment and look forward to seeing you and having a fun-filled day. Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. For information, contact Sherrie Hernandez at 914-837-5970; Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370 (or e-mail daddpeterson@aol.com). Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at bthirteen.assoc@yahoo.com. Again, thanks for making our team work. —Leslie Peterson

Building Associations of Section One Fun Day

Before we close out 2017 Section One Family Fun Day, we would like to acknowledge and thank everyone who volunteered their time and made contributions to the Family Fun Day event. Thank you and Acknowledgements Sporting Events – Tennis Clinic, hosted by Mrs. Lorraine Alexander from “Milton Alexander Tennis Club;” Relay Races hosted by Winston Dinkins from Velocity Track Club; and Double Dutch Exhibition hosted by Raina from “Healthy Heartz Rain Makerz.” Entertainment – Soul Latin Line Dancers Co-op City, Nieves Dancers, Belly Dancers, Church of New Vision Gospel Singers and Praise Dancers, Frank the Singer from Building 6 Fun Time Events – Face painters. Security and Safety Tables – Co-op City Public Safety, 45th Police Precinct, FDNY and C.E.R.T. Information Tables – Mount Montefiore, American Cancer Society, Breast Cancer Awareness (MSKK), Boom,

JASA, Self Help, World Financial Group (A Transamerica Company). Merchant Tables – Aldi, Frank Bee, Bob’s Furniture. Contributors – Riverbay Fund, Congressman Eliot L. Engel, Spanish American Community Club (SACC), Lin Liquor Store, Capri II Pizza & Pasta, Mister Softee, Cappy, Mr. Pedro from Catch the Flava Icy cart, and Town House Family Restaurant. Volunteers – Yvonne Dove, Olga Torres, Sandra Jackson, Marvin Lowery, Sandy Perry, Azalea McDavis, Jennifer Sullivan, Venecia Woods, Ellen Weinstein, Mary McCoy, Elbert Pinkins, Iris Martin and Hannah Brown. Once again, we thank everyone for their time and contributions, and we look forward to seeing everyone again in 2018! In our next article, we will continue to acknowledge and thank all the people who were instrumental in Section One Family Fun Day. —Lee Rivers

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Together, We Will Decide On Proposed Waterfront Park

Director’s Viewpoint

Rod Saunders Secretary

I would like to thank each and every one of the cooperators who took the time to come over to the Co-op City Little League fields, especially those who signed up to speak and give their honest opinions regarding the proposed donation of Co-op City property to the City of New York to construct a proposed new 1.4 acre Waterfront Park on 2.28 acres of land. Twenty-two cooperators signed-up to speak and 20 cooperators stepped up to the microphone to express their feelings. Whether for or against the proposal, each of the speakers was sincere in their beliefs. A significant number of the questions coming from cooperators at last Saturday’s meeting were previously outlined in the June 10, 2017 issue of the Co-op City Times, however, I feel that there is no problem with having it said or written over until there is clarity for as many cooperators as possible. Current back issues and historical issues of the Co-op City Times can always be accessed from the following website at any time: www.issuu.com/cctimes. A cooperator asked why the Board, after Community the Home Entertainment business was sold, let Riverbay then enter into a long-term Exclusive Marketing agreement (until 2024) with Optimum (Cablevision)? Cooperators will continue to enunciate their disagreement that this was a horrific deal, however, no matter how consistently angry everyone remains about the increases that have resulted in the current charges for the service, we cannot change the contract! It is my understanding that Verizon has a franchise agreement with the City of New York to provide cable to all NYC buildings. The franchise agreement gives Verizon the legal right to install FiOS in Co-op City regardless

of the Cablevision/Riverbay Corporation agreement. Therefore, the decision that Verizon has made not to provide their service here continues to be a business decision because it is also my understanding that despite Verizon’s franchise agreement with NYC, that same agreement also gives Verizon exception in multi-dwelling units where exclusive marketing agreements are in effect and therefore potentially limits Verizon’s penetration rate. Remember, the majority of the shareholders voting at that time voted for the Board members who wanted to keep that professional management company in control of the corporation, and control of the corporation at that time meant management’s control of the contracts and services. Having said that, I do believe that cooperators may be in for something very different in the future. The same cooperator (who was not alone on this point) was also upset with the fact that the Board doesn’t seem to understand the value of land and that the Board should have come before the community before making any deal to give away any acreage of land here. Here’s my opinion on the matter. Before the Riverbay Board of Directors approved Emergency Resolution 12-62 back in July of 2012, shareholders were invited to one (1) Open Board meeting to discuss the 600+ million dollar loan with Wells Fargo and its guarantee partner, Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The Wells Fargo/HUD refinancing loan put all 330 acres of our property effectively in the hands of a bank for the next 35 years. With that came other stipulations that are enacted everyday here by HUD & HCR. In 2012, this community, without the shareholders being allowed to cast any shareholder votes, except by the 15 resident Board directors, gave up control of 330 acres in a refinancing deal with one meeting, and no vote from the other 15,357 shareholders. The majority members of this Board ask that we allow for the presentation of a proposal(s) to build a public park on 2.28 acres of land by the NYC Dept. of Parks and subsequent to that and another Town Hall meeting/Scoping Session (the City’s terminology), we will ask every shareholder to vote on the proposal.

Retirees Of Dreiser Loop

Our next monthly General Membership meeting will be on Wednesday, October 4th, at 1:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Loop Auditorium. See you there. Hold The Date!! The RETIREES’ Holiday Luncheon will be on Thursday, December 14th at Marina del Rey. Travel Events: (price includes transportation via Coach Bus; - located at Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Oct. 5-7 (Thurs.-Sat.) National Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington, DC. Price: double $385 pp; single $440. Double $140 pp/Single $170; FINAL payment due NOW. SOLD OUT/WAITLIST. NO RFUNDS. Includes: 1st day - lunch at Phillips (Baltimore Inner Harbor); 2 Continental breakfasts; dinner at Golden Coral; Maryland Live Casino and shopping at Arundel Mill Outlets on 10/7. Contact: Serita G., 347-564-5722 /Barbara W., 718320-0500. • Jan. 10-11, 2018 (Wed.-Thurs.) “FOXWOODS RESORT CASINO.” Price: double $130 pp; single $175. Deposit required ASAP: double $65/single $90. FINAL/Balance Due: double $65/single $85 by Monday, Dec. 4. All passengers must have valid government issued ID. Contact: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Barbara W., 718320-0500. Theatre Committee: (price includes Van transportation,

from Dreiser Loop opposite rehab center): • Nov. 15th (Wed.) Price: $75. Radio City Christmas Show. Deposit: $40 ASAP. $35 balance due by Oct. 19th. Contact: Yvonne Richardson, 718-671-8815. Remember – Your DEPOSIT, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. ONLY a check or money order, payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP, will be accepted. Remember – FIRST PAID/CONFIRMED SEAT on 20 seat VAN. Committee members will be available in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m. Good And Welfare: Those of you still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days. Call Josephine Flowers, 718-320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements. Our next October and/or November Jazz up your health with a Senior SPA Day, is scheduled for Wednesday, October 11th and/or November 8th. Come join us. Just call Claudette D, 718-379-4784 and Hattie L, 718-6718449 and leave your name, phone number, and preferred date(s). “Wishing that the Autumn brings Bountiful of Happiness and Joy! HAPPY FALL!” —Claudette Davis

It is my understanding that even if all 15,372 shareholders agreed on the donation of the land, the final say belongs to Wells Fargo/HUD (and to some degree HCR), because for the next 30 something years, the bank (with other investors) holds the mortgage over the entire 330 acres of our property. Democracy is messy! If do-overs were possible, I’m certain that we would have had discussion before voting on the Memorandum of Donation, however, I also believe that all cooperators should put into a proper perspective, that back in 2012, we allowed for the refinancing of 330 acres of land, while today, cooperators are being informed, allowed to express their opinions and continue in the ongoing debate over 2.28 acres, of which only 1.4 acres will be improved. As I have previously stated, there will be other venues to voice your approvals, or objections over the 2.28 acres of property. I just want to see the City’s proposal, make and hear a few proposals made by both Board members and Management, then await the results from all of the interested shareholders who will cast their votes. After the entire process has transpired, together, we will have made the decision on how I will vote. On Sunday, October 15th at 7 p.m., the Riverbay Fund is co-sponsoring an historical play with the AfricanAmerican Association of Co-op City. “Whistle In Mississippi,” which dramatizes the horrific 1955 murder of 14 year old Emmett Till. More about this outstanding production will be forthcoming, and I strongly suggest that you look to purchase your tickets as soon as possible.Tickets may be obtained by: Visiting Dreiser Center – room 15 – Mondays @ 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. & Tuesdays @ 2:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Bartow Center – Community Relations Dept. – 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (Please ask at the reception desk for Michelle or Leandra) Or by calling – 718-379-5555, 646721-8185 or 718-671-5957. Website – Eventbrite.com I can be reached at rsaunders@riverbayboard.com

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Building 31 A/B Association

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Unfortunately, we were unable to hold our general meeting in September as our guest had to cancel at the last moment leaving us without sufficient information to share with all of you regarding the scaffolding surrounding our building. Please note that we will have notices posted for our next meeting and ask that you attend. Congratulations to our association president Robert Hedgepeth on being one of the recipients at the NAACP AWARD ceremony, Saturday, September 23rd, for his community service. This has been a passion of his for many years and he was recognized for volunteering most of his life without question. We appreciate your leadership in our building, thank you. Please note we are nearing to the holidays and we all need to plan for them sooner than later. Please contact me ASAP, 718-320-2631: 1. If you, as a parent, wish to host a Halloween party for the children of our building, let us know and we will support your planning. 2. Christmas trees needed for our lobbies, they were discarded last year as they were severely broken. Can you help with replacements or make suggestion for other decorations. —Marilyn McDaniel

From Broun Place Townhouse Association: We missed sending Rosh Hoshanah greeting for the September 16th issue. We offer sincere apologies to our celebrating neighbors. However this coming week marks Yom Kippur, the day of atonement. It is said to be the most holy day of the Jewish calander, an opportunity to think about deeds, options and starting over. We can all recognize its importance. In our walk through Broun Place, we note the gorgeous gardens and display of floral colors, compliments to our residents and our grounds attendants. But by the way, what happened to the new signage that was to be accomplished for the townhouse clusters and buildings? This week, we attended the Bronx Clergy Task Force opening meeting. It was great to hear plans for the coming year’s events. There is a seminar of services for the disabled coming soon and the interfaith breakfast in early spring and more. The election meeting was held September 21st in Bartow CC, rm. 28, 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Its results will be in next week’s press release. Neighbors brought various issues to the attention of the executive board. They too will be in next week’s press release. Hurricane Jose has touched us by now. An explosive hurricane season for sure! Harvey and Irma, the monsters, will not be forgotten. Donations are accepted by the Houston Food Bank and Houston SPCA. We gave to the American Red Cross. Beware of anyone coming to your

Building 17 Association

Hello, fellow neighbors and cooperators. Hoping your summer and vacations have been healthy, enjoyable and fruitful. Our prayers go out to those whose family and friends have been affected in the areas where the powerful hurricanes hit and destroyed your homes. May you find comfort that you are in our thoughts each day. Also, our prayers go out to the sick and homebound. October 9 will be our first meeting of the new season which will start at 7:30 p.m., doors will open at 7 p.m. We welcome all voices and ideas which will help to provide a more successful association. Some issues that will be discussed are: Halloween for our children, Christmas Collections, upcoming raffle. Hoping to see everyone on October 9 (7 p.m.). Remember all are welcomed both old and new cooperators. Also remember, if everybody did a little, no one has to do a lot. —James Payne

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Director’s Viewpoint

Jerome L. Rice Assistant Treasurer

While I was extremely happy that so many shareholders came out to voice their concerns for or against the Waterfront project, it was very much displeasing the way we treated each other. We can accomplish so much together when we simply respect each other’s views. Some spoke longer than others and when it was time to end their speech, they chose to become rebellious, that’s not how we do things. We must respect each other, the process and Public Safety Officers. Public Safety’s role was to maintain peace, not to silence anyone. If you are for or against the Waterfront project, the one thing we must agree on is that we must get that land that was unattended for more than 50 years cleaned up. Continue to come out and be heard. Remember, in the end, you get to make the final decision. Finally, this issue is not a black or white issue, it’s a green issue. Let’s do this together! Should building presidents reserve the right to influence or share only their political views during their monthly meetings with the shareholders? During my time as building president, I would stay away from such approach primarily because you can divide the people in the building. If you’re going to share your views, you have to also share the other side of that argument for the purpose of fairness and peace. So become a building president for all, not some. Message to the Group Homes CO-OP City is not a dumping ground for those who don’t want to adhere to policies and procedures of the community. Those who are in charge of the group homes are responsible for their clients’ behavior. If it reaches a point where your clients become unmanageable, then they must leave the community immediately. Please take notice and govern yourselves accordingly. #ilovemycommunity Constitutional Rights Over the weekend, President Trump maligned the professional athletes who have recently shown their

Faith @ Work Christian Church

120 DeKruif Place (street level). Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Church telephone, (347) 346-5790; email: fatwcc@aol.com. Weekly Worship Experiences: Tuesday Prayer Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday (resumed 9/12) Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. (resumes 9/20/17); Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m. Teen Church, 10:00 a.m., 2nd Sundays; Children’s Church, 3rd Sundays, (K-3); Older Children’s Church, 4th Sundays (4th-7th). Church Motto: “We are Christ-centered, family-focused with power and authority.” Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Come worship with us – where we honor tradition but are not bound by it! All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, in LOVE, through teaching and preaching the Word of God from the Bible. 12th Church Anniversary, October 8: Please join us in celebrating 12 years of ministry in God’s name and to His people! We are celebrating with two worship services. Our 9:30 worship service will be led by guest preacher, Rev. Hiriam Ratliff, pastor of New Tabernacle Baptist Church and our 2:00 p.m. worship service will be led by Rev. Kimberly Mabry Wright, pastor of the Church of the Resurrection. This service will be held in the Dreiser Community Center, room 4. We will have a light lunch beginning at 1 p.m.; first come, first served. All are welcome, we are so excited about what comes next in serving God and God’s people! Remember, it’s never about us, but always about the goodness of the Lord. —Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

Green Acres Is The Place To Be opposition to police brutality by taking a knee during the National Anthem. In vulgar terms, Trump blamed lower football ratings on their acts of resistance and called for their immediate dismissal. This isn’t about football; it’s about freedom. Whether you are an athlete, banker, baker, student, or CEO, it is an American right to speak out without fear of retribution. Just as we fight for voting rights, law enforcement reform, quality education, and accessible health care, we must fight for the right to free expression. Stop using the military as an excuse to force athletes to stand. I joined the military not to worship a flag, but to escape the streets, and as a veteran, I can attest that we were taught that the flag represent freedom. Donation Drive I want to thank the CO-OP City community for their donations. We are still accepting donations up until October 10th. Again, all of our donations are slated for direct delivery to the areas of impact by the NYC Department of Correction who did the same during Flint, Michigan. Security Committee Invite I am working on a new strategy with the Security Committee. I am inviting all the building presidents (10 at a time) to my monthly meetings to discuss securityrelated concerns within their respective areas. However, I am still waiting on an email response from the building presidents of Buildings 1-10. Please email or call me at (917) 671-7862 that you will attend the October 12th meeting. The meeting will take place at the Bartow Community Center, room 26-board room. Please, only building presidents. Whistling in Mississippi The Emmett Till Performance Emmett Till will FINALLY get to tell his story at the Dreiser Loop Community Center on October 15th. Tickets are just $25 and are going FAST, please contact the NAACP, Co-op City branch, (718) 320-3210, for tickets. Solid as a Rock The Little Rock Nine was a group of nine African American students enrolled in Little Rock Central High School in 1957. Their enrollment was followed by the Little Rock Crisis, in which the students were initially pre-

vented from entering the racially segregated school by Orval Faubus, governor of Arkansas. They then attended after the intervention of President Dwight D. Eisenhower. The U.S. Supreme Court issued its historic Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas, 347 U.S. 483, on May 17, 1954. Tied to the 14th Amendment, the decision declared all laws establishing segregated schools to be unconstitutional, and it called for the desegregation of all schools throughout the nation. After the decision, the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) attempted to register Black students in previously all-White schools in cities throughout the South. In Little Rock, the capital city of Arkansas, the Little Rock School Board agreed to comply with the high court’s ruling. Virgil Blossom, Superintendent of Schools, submitted a plan of gradual integration to the school board on May 24, 1955, which the board unanimously approved. The plan would be implemented during the fall of the 1957 school year, which would begin in September 1957. By 1957, the NAACP had registered nine Black students to attend the previously all-White Little Rock Central High, selected on the criteria of excellent grades and attendance. Called the “Little Rock Nine,” they were Ernest Green (b. 1941), Elizabeth Eckford (b. 1941), Jefferson Thomas (1942–2010), Terrence Roberts (b. 1941), Carlotta Walls LaNier (b. 1942), Minnijean Brown (b. 1941), Gloria Ray Karlmark (b. 1942), Thelma Mothershed (b. 1940) and Melba Pattillo Beals (b. 1941). Ernest Green was the first African American to graduate from Central High School. Answer Name 5 Old or Name 5 School Candies Bill Cosby Movies 1. Chico Sticks 1. Let’s Do it again 2. Squirrel Nuts 2. Ghost Dad 3. Long Boys 3. The Meter Man 4. Mary Jane 4. Uptown Saturday Night 5. Dots 5. Mother, Jugs & Speed Home Trivia Name the 5 Marx Brothers and 5 Little Rascals.

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Wednesdays and Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m.; and on Saturdays, 10 a.m. -12 p.m. Please call (718) 320-8035. Food distribution sites On Thursdays, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Likewise, residents of Buildings 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. Residents of all other buildings and townhouses can pick-up at Dreiser Center, room 20. Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., rm. 20 in Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non- or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475 Email: coopcityblackforum@gmail. com or tonyshome10475@ gmail.com. Call or visit us, room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center. —Tony Illis

Building 27 Association

Greetings, neighbor. Well, we are not embracing summer-like weather, so be careful, dress accordingly. Are you enjoying our beautiful flowers, trees and landscape of nature? Thank our gardeners who do a splendid job of tending to our gardens. Please remember all those that have suffered such devastation with our prayers, volunteering and donations. After the summer, our first association meeting was held Thursday, September 21, at 7 p.m. Our guest speaker was Ms. Sheena McNeil, director of the Riverbay Sales Department. We had standing room. Ms. McNeill proceeded immediately into the question and answers session. Ms. McNeill answered questions regarding transfers, downsizing, successions, equity and appliances for new apartments. An interesting question, why 190 vacant apartments? She answered it is as a result of the applicants’ preferences. In other words, we cannot force an applicant to choose an apartment or location where they choose to live. Thank you so much, Ms. Sheena McNeil, for answering so many questions in such a short space of time. We appreciate it and look forward to meeting with you again in the future. We thank our shareholders for coming out. We welcome you to become involved in your building association. See you at the next meeting in November, stay tuned. Kudos to our 50/50 raf-

Section 4 Partnership

fle winner, Ms. Mamie of Bldg. 27B. Please join us on a delightful Bus Outing to the MOHEGAN SUN CASINO in Connecticut on Friday, October 20. Price is $40, $10 slot rebate and $15 meal voucher; NO REFUNDS. Bus will leave 9 a.m. SHARP from Einstein Loop Community Center. Return/Drop Off at Dreiser by H&R Block, Asch Loop by library and Einstein Center. Checks or money orders may be mailed to Ms. Lillian Sumpter, 140 Erdman Pl. Apt. 6D, Bronx, NY 10475. If any questions, please contact Margie at 718-379-4629 or Sharon at 718-671-1905 (from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Happy birthday to all in this month. We extend our sympathy and condolences to those who have lost a loved one. Please share with the Sunshine Committee, Ms. Lydia Rondon, by calling her at (718) 583-3040. If a neighbor in our building is ill, home-bound, celebrating a birthday or experiencing bereavement, Ms. Rondon will respond on behalf of the association. Please keep our Board and community in prayer. We wish the new directors and the Board well as they continue to move forward and make wise decisions to protect the interest of the people and their homes. Pray for leaders in the world for peace and stability. —H. Overman

CORRECTION/Thank you dinner… Last week, credit should have been given to our own Eleanor Gibson who not only serves as an executive board member of the Section 4 Partnership, she baked a delicious cake which, of course, was topped by a choice of three flavors of ice cream! Eleanor’s cake was the perfect dessert at our Celebration of Us/ Thank you dinner for all of the Section 4 Partnership members and volunteers to the 1st Annual Ice Cream Social. We hope to see you all next year on August 11, 2018, for our 2nd Annual Ice Cream Social. Section 4 Partnership Mission Statement The Section 4 Partnership’s purpose is to promote a community of more than just neighbors, but as one family of many cultures that proactively embraces greatness and promotes neighborhood interaction. The goal of the organization is to offer solutions that will educate, elevate,

inspire, and mobilize our community in unity, to sustain affordability and growth in order to remain environmentally sound and vibrant for generations to come. The Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City The Section 4 Partnership is comprised of every building in CO-OP City that makes up the sectional geographic which is referred to as CO-OP City’s Section 4 (i.e., Building 20 - Asch Loop, Building 21 - Bellamy Loop, Building 22 - CO-OP City Boulevard, Buildings 23, 24, 25 - Benchley Place, the Adler Place Townhouses and the Broun Place Townhouses). The Partnership meets on the 4th Friday of every month, 7:30 - 8:30 in “The Gathering Room” in the rear lobby of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop). The next meeting will be Friday, October 27th. Come and get involved. Email: section4patrtnership@gmail.com. Phone: 347-915-4939. —Michelle Marbury

The next meeting of the Co-op City Democratic Club is scheduled for Tuesday, October 10, at 6 p.m. in room #28. All members are expected to attend. The Judicial Convention was held last week at the Eastwood Manor and two (2) judges’ terms were extended. The Honorable Justice Douglas McKeon and the Honorable Justice Alison Tuitt. We wish them well as they have earned the confidence of the people of The Bronx. We also thank all of the Judicial Delegates and the Alternate Delegates who came out and voted on the candidates. We support the African-American Association of Co-op City in bringing an all-important play to our community. “Whistle in Mississippi: The Lynching of Emmett Till.’’ This is a play that all of our friends and neighbors under the age of 50 should see. The story is historic. Although Emmett Till was killed in 1955, his death was instrumental in the beginning of the modern Civil Rights Era. This play will take place in the Dreiser Loop Community Center on October 15, at 7 p.m. The cost is $25 in advance and $35 at the door. This play should not be missed. Should you need tickets please call Shirley J. Saunders, for further information. In the meantime, please google Emmet Till (See and Learn). The CCDC Fund raiser is scheduled for October 14, at the fabulous Eastwood Manor, located at 3371 Eastchester Road, Bronx, N.Y. 10469, from 12 to 5 p.m. Come on out and spend a little time with some good people, great food and hot music. Please get your tickets in advance. For further information please call June Grimes at (347) 457-8249.

If you are interested in joining our club please contact Shirley J. Saunders, Female District Leader at (347) 245-1795. —Shirley J. Saunders

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Section 5 Association

Congratulations to Mr. Robert Hedgpeth on being presented the Community Service Award by the NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210 last, Saturday, September 23. We thank the members of the Retirees of Dreiser Loop, the Section 5 Association, families and friends for their presence and support. The Section 5 Association continues to move forward serving together with our neighbors for the betterment of our homes, buildings and community. Mission Statement – The mission of Section Five Association is to obtain the maximum quality of life for all shareholders residing in Section 5; to act as a liaison between Management and the Building and Townhouse Associations in all problem areas; to assist maximum participation in each individual association, and to enlighten and educate all shareholders in Section 5. —H. Overman

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Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary

“Whistle in Mississippi: The Lynching of Emmett Till” The African-American Association has partnered with the Riverbay Fund and Shades of Truth Theatre Company to present this play in Dreiser Auditorium on Sunday, October 15th at 7 p.m. Tickets can be obtained in Dreiser, room 15, Mondays: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. & 4-7:30 p.m.; Tuesdays: 2-7:30 p.m. Contacts: 718-379-5555, 646-721-8185, and 718-671-5957. Or, the Community Relations Dept., 2049 Bartow Avenue, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Ask for Michelle or Leandra at the Reception Desk. Or, logon to www.eventbrite.com Town Hall Meeting Thanks to more than 200 cooperators who came out to voice their opinion about our waterfront property. I realize that everyone could not be there last week and Board President Linda Berk has said that there would be more discussions on this topic. Upon arrival, all enjoyed light refreshments. The following is a summary: President Berk convened the meeting with a warm welcome. She then gave some background on how the community arrived at this point, assuring everyone that no decision had been made to donate land and that the community would discuss and decide on it together. Several months ago, President Berk was invited to meet with Mayor de Blasio and his staff. She informed them of the unfairness of our community having to pay nearly $4M annually for asbestos testing when floor tiles are removed. However, after thousands of tests and no asbestos having been found in apartments, President Berk requested that this charge be discontinued. But, the response was that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency believes the testing to be valid and that the City could not discontinue the testing and charges. President Berk also mentioned that our community has a Sanitation Facility and pays for trash removal, as well as a Co-op City Police Department, which saves the

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City approximately $22M annually. When asked if there was anything else the City could do for our community, President Berk referred to her “wish list.” First and foremost, was a community center, followed by entrance into Truman H.S. for community activities and then waterfront development. The response was that a waterfront park would be something that they could do now. If Co-op City saves the City $22M, we should get something in return. Thereafter, the Board entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Donation which would open the door for discussions. The City is prohibited from building on private or leased property. Note that land donations had previously been made to the City, e.g., the Co-op City streets and sewer system, the five schools in the Education Park and one in Section Five, the Fire Station and the Little League Field. We are supposed to resemble a “city.” I believe that all cities have a park. And, a park would increase the value of our property. President Berk then opened the floor for cooperators who had signed up to speak. Many of the cooperators in attendance were in favor of the park, but did not want to donate the land. They wanted the community to develop it. A few cooperators were undecided regarding the park because it would require maintenance, which might increase our carrying charges; some needed more information; some mentioned the community priorities of the elevator renovations and new lobby doors; some wanted to decide through a community referendum. Others saw an opportunity to discuss other issues, such as Cablevision and privatization. Following comments by a few Board directors, President Berk closed the meeting. The Board is still waiting for a definitive proposal from the City regarding the park and once we receive it, another Town Hall meeting will be convened to allow cooperators to question, evaluate and comment. Cooperators were then allowed to view the waterfront up close. Thanks again to everyone who participated and to those who organized to make it happen. I know that you really care. Driving in the garage It is important that everyone cooperates and drives in the correct direction. Signs are posted. I nearly had a

head-on collision with someone going “down” the “up” ramp. When leaving my parking space, I needed to go up and around in order to proceed down and out. As I drove up, another vehicle intended to go down, but I blocked his passage. I blew my horn and shouted to the driver that he was going in the wrong direction and directed him in the right direction. However, the driver bypassed my car and proceeded down the up ramp. I tried getting the license plate number, but he was driving too fast. This could have caused a fatal accident. In addition, everyone should please follow the speed limit and be sure to turn on your headlights when driving in the garage. This will make it safer for us all. September is National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month Parents and children should know that children with obesity are at higher risk for having other chronic health conditions and diseases, such as asthma, sleep apnea, bone and joint problems, and type 2 diabetes. What Can Families Do to Prevent Childhood Obesity? • Limit your child’s use of the cell phone and iPad. • Limit the time your child’s sits in front of the TV. • Encourage walkable sidewalks in your community and use them. • Assure that your community food store contains fresh produce. Children should be physically active and here are some exercises that can be done in limited spaces: Jump rope, Sit-ups, Push-ups, Hula-hoops, Squats, Dancing. September is Hispanic Heritage Month Although I could not attend the celebration last week in Dreiser Center, I had attended wonderful events in past years. I commend all of the people of Hispanic Heritage who have made meaning contributions to our world. Contact You may write to me: Riverbay Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or fjones@riverbayboard.com.

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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

The Spanish-American Community Club held their Hispanic Heritage Month celebration Sunday, September 24, in the Drieser Community Center. There were performances by Mariachi Citalli (Mexico), Grupo Cultural (DR), Casa Boricua Baile Folklorico de Puerto Rico, Garifuna-Ballet Folklorico de Nueva York (Honduras) Xonia and the Belly Dancers (Co-op City), Dancer Dreamzzz and Cache Boys. Photos by Alfonso Gonzalez

Hurricane Collection

unopened batteries and manual can openers. “Donation boxes will be checked and cleared regularly by our in-house staff and brought to a central staging area which will most likely be the old Bingo Hall on Bartow Avenue,” said Mr. Smith. “There, the donations will be organized and readied for pick-up or drop off to the organizations we are partnering with to get the donated items into the hands of those who desperately need them.” (Continued from page 1)

This past week, Public Safety officers and supervisors loaded more than 100 cases of donated spring water into a van for delivery to the NYPD’s Bronx Borough Command who will then deliver the desperately needed items to hurricane-stricken Puerto Rico to help some of the island’s more than 3 million residents. The water donation were collected by Public Safety officers working in partnership with Coop City Spanish American Community Club. In addition, the Co-op City Branch NAACP, in cooperation with the NYC Department of Correction, is also collecting donations for residents in Texas who were impacted by Hurricane Harvey. These and other drives will continue throughout Co-op City on an as-needed basis.

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There Was A Lot Of Action On That Field

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

About 300 cooperators came out to the baseball field on Co-op City Boulevard last Saturday for a discussion on the land that might be donated to the city. However, drama erupted shortly after that meeting began. You’re Out! Who would have thought that our police force, CCPD, would be called in to deal with a former board president that ran over his time limit and wanted to continue speaking to the audience? Yes, it’s hard to believe. But, that’s exactly what happened. Riverbay Board President Linda Berk started the meeting off by declaring that “facts matter.” Then, during a lengthy presentation, she told the audience that our land had not been given away. “Shareholders will decide if they want a park,” she stated. Next, she brought out some points about fear mongering. The ‘Facts Matter’ slogan and the repeated points about fear mongering were mentioned to deal with some opposing flyers that were distributed throughout Co-op City on Thursday, September 21. Encouraging our cooperators to attend this event, the flyer stated: “STOP [the] Riverbay board president from giving away our land.” Then, on Friday, an even harsher flyer was posted in the lobbies about this land donation. “Riverbay land, Riverbay park. Whether you are for it or against it, please come out and give them h---!” Then, on Saturday morning, former Board President Cleve Taylor was standing at the gates of the baseball field passing out flyers. “I believe that there are certain people on the board who are taking advantage of this natural, undisturbed waterfront land for a self-serving opportunity,” his flyer stated. “There is a reason why someone on the board wants to donate our land or turn it into Orchard Beach II.” Now, since we were on a baseball field, distributing

into a car that sped off. However, Riverbay’s policies that flyer was seen as strike one for this former board dictate that CCPD cannot use our vehicles to chase after president. Next, Taylor exceeded his allotted 5-minute another vehicle. timeframe when he gave a lengthy presentation about I would like to encourage everyone to please lock why the land should not be donated. Strike two! your door if you go to the laundry room, the mailbox, or Then, several board members asked him to stop talkanywhere else. Thank you. ing and to leave the podium. But, incredibly, he refused Board Retreat to leave. Strike three! And, that’s when the trouble began. Can you believe that some board members wrote a Several directors that had fervently supported this forresolution to try to punish board members for not going mer board president were amazingly saying: “Get Pubon this $10,000 retreat? According to resolution 17-58, lic Safety.” Then, as our officers approached him, Taylor started “Resolved, that if a director misses the annual training saying: “You don’t have jurisdiction over this area. So, without a confirmed conflict or just cause the director’s unexcused absence will be published in the Co-op City you need to get the NYPD here.” Then, guess what hapTimes, will be considered an unexcused absence from a pened next? That’s right, an employee asked a director: regularly scheduled board meeting, and the director may, “Do you want me to call the NYPD?” upon a majority vote of the board, be subject to addiThen, after a short while, Taylor grabbed his papers tional sanctions, including suspension from the right to and walked out of the main area. Incredible, huh? publish a viewpoint in the Co-op City Times, or to otherDo Not Donate This Land wise participate in board business for a period not to Without putting fear into this matter, my opinion is exceed 30 days.” that we should not donate this land. I make this statement About four directors are standing up for what we feel because our land is valuable. Question: Do we have an is right and we’re boldly refusing to go on this trip. appraised amount that currently reflects the value of the Therefore, I will print the names of the directors that vote land on Co-op City Boulevard? No! Regardless, that for this resolution in my viewpoint. Additionally, I will doesn’t mean that we should stop coming up with good print the so-called sanctions that they want to impose on ideas and just donate our land. us. And, I want the other three directors to consider takFor instance, could we have built that baseball field ing similar action against these directors that want to on the land that we previously donated? Also, can we spend your $10,000 to go on a retreat. build our own park for less than $7.3 million? In my Close opinion, the answers are yes. Board directors can’t learn about board matters here Bottom line: Can we make some money off of this in Co-op City? We must go to a hotel and spend $10,000 land? Of course we can. But, no one will ever know how from our carrying charges? This is a complete waste of much money we can make off of this land if we simply money, in my opinion. So, we must print the names of donate it. Therefore, we should meet with some experithe directors that vote for that resolution. Thank you. enced developers and work on some proposals for the entire stretch of land on Co-op City Boulevard. Questions or comments? Please send a letter to: Daryl Community Burglaries H. Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay CorSome burglars broke into a few apartments here just poration, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. a few weeks ago. Then, not too long ago, some burglars Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you would broke into some laundry rooms and stole money in like to have a discussion with me. Okay, that’s it for now. buildings 15, 4, and 5. Our officers almost caught the So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless thieves as they were running away from building 5 and you and your family. Thank you.

Coalition To Save Affordable Housing

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October 9th. Come and ask questions and vote on amendment. Mitch Berkowitz It’s with great sorrow we announce the passing of Mitch. He was an active member of our executive board and amazing advocate for affordable housing. Mitch will be greatly missed by our organization. A memorial is

being organized by his family and we will share information when it becomes available. Visit us at www.CTSAH.net Facebook - Coalition to Save Affordable Housing of Coop City. Dues and donations can be mailed to P.O. Box 64, Bronx, NY 10475. —Bruce Silberman

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Co-op City Sports

The blessing for Velocity Track Club New York continue at the USATF New York Cross Country (XC) Series #1 at the historic Van Cortland Park, Bronx. The competition was fierce and medals were hard to earn. The course at Van Cortland Park is extremely challenging, the 9/10 and 11/12 age divisions run up cemetery hill. The 13/14 and older age division run the back hills. There was a 1 km Novice Race; ages 8 & under athletes ran the 2 km, 9 & 10 and 11/12 age division ran the 3 km (1.80 miles), 13/14 age division ran the 4 km (2.5 miles) race and the 15/16 &

17/18 age division and open/masters ran the 5 km (3.1 miles) race. Medals were earned by the top 15 in each age division and the 15/16, 17/18 and open/masters were scored as one division. Plus, the top three (3) in the Novice Race received medals. Velocity had 10 athletes compete and we returned home with four medals! Our medalists were: in the boys 9/10 division, Pierce Parker earned a 4th place medal and Sachin Ramharak got a 13th place medal. Both Pierce and Sachin are 9 years old and have another year in this division. In the Boys 11/12 division, Dontae Lindo ran his personal best of 11:29 in the 3K for a 2nd place finish. In the boys’ 17/18 age division, Darius Gordon muscled out a 7th place finish. Congratulations to all athletes who competed; you are all winners! As our XC Team was at Van Cortland Park, some of our sprinters went to Macombs Dam Park in the Bronx to participate in the Rising New York Road Runners at New Balance Bronx 10 Mile. The children enjoyed events such as Zumba, Shop and Dash, Bean

Coalition Of African-American Churches & Community Organizations

The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. extends a welcome return from the summer hiatus to all members. We hope that you had an enjoyable time. Our next general membership meeting will be on Tuesday, October 3, at noon, 177 Dreiser Community Center, room 15. It is important that two (2) representatives should be sent from each organization to attend all Coalition meetings. We will be hosting a Pre-annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Sunday, December 10, at 3 p.m. in room 31, 2049 Bartow Community Center, Bronx, NY. All are invited. There will entertainment, Kuumba dancers & drummers, Kwanzaa ceremony, African dancing and the Karamu Feast, vendors and games. Refreshments will be served. This event is free. Kwanzaa is the seven-day (December 26-January 1) African Celebration of family, community and culture as personified in African “First Fruits” or harvest celebrations. Kwanzaa incorporates the spirit, value and practice of Ingathering, Reverence, Commemoration, Recommitment and Celebration and evolves around seven principles, one for each day of Kwanzaa, called Nguzo Saba. Coalition members attending the Kwanzaa celebration are requested to bring an offering of a large, main dish of food (no pork, please) or dessert, etc. to share with others. Please contact the president to advise her what your food offering will be. Also, traditional African attire should be worn, although it is not mandatory. Your attendance and participation are required to make this family, cultural festivity a success. Please inform Coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Ms. Virginia Stewart is the president of the Coalition. Phone number, (718) 6714506. The coalition is a non-profit organization dedicating to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all Coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations, and Kwanzaa free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church. Please support our efforts by sending us a tax-deductible contribution made payable to Coalition of African-American Churches and Community Organization of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, NY 10475. Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by either writing or calling (718) 671-4506 or (718) 671-5957 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the minister/president. Read the Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition’s Motto is, “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.” —Harman T. Leacock

Velocity Track Club

Bag Bocce, Egg and Spoon Challenge and Stepping Stone Obstacle Course. On Saturday, September 23rd, we were able to send 6 athletes to the NYC Parks and the Gatlin Foundation to the Justin Gatlin Sprint Clinic. Justin Gatlin, the current world champion, taught our athletes about the fundamentals of sprinting, participated in a Q & A, and worked one-on-one with them throughout the clinic at the Lovely Ocean Breeze Recreation Facility. Parents commented how the event was well organized and Justin took time to engage with the children. Our next meet will be on Velocity Track Club athletes at the New Balance Sunday, October 1st, Annual Bronx 10 Mile, Justin Gatlin Sprint Clinic and the Fall XC Classic at Forest Park, athletes at the USATF New York XC meet. Queens, NY. Come out and see tinue to do great things! For addiyour future Olympians!! tional information, you can go to Velocity Track Club New York is our website, Velocitytrack.org, or a 501(c)3 not-for-profit. One huncontact me, Coach Winston Dinkdred percent of your donation will ins, at 914-441-6196 or email watgo towards helping our children. clt@aol.com. Support our youth so they can con—Winston Dinkins

Please Refrain From Littering in the Garages. There are Several Trash Cans on Every Level For Your Convenience. Keep Co-op City Clean! Thank you!

Co-op City Times / September 30, 2017

Waterfront Park Development Town Hall Meeting

Director’s Viewpoint

Evelyn Turner

Thank you, cooperators (standing room only) for attending the first Town Hall debate about the “Memorandum of Donation” of land to New York City for a Public Waterfront Park. There had been no invitation to amass cooperators’ opinions prior to Saturday, September 24, 2017. What I know for sure is that we love our home, Co-op City, and we are NOT anti-improvement and enhancement of our property. Additionally, we have a plethora of talented cooperators who are willing to be actively involved as the Board moves forward with this project. However, the concern of many is donating, which means “giving,” land to the City and too many unanswered questions about the value of the property and what partnership roles will be in place between the Corporation, “private,” and New York City Parks Department, “public.” As I was leaving the meeting, a cooperator asked why the Waterfront Park could not be extended all the way to Section Five. Good question. Why not? Is it too late to amass opinions about such an idea? In my opinion, it’s never too late as NO approval has been granted by oversight agencies to approve the “Memorandum of Donation.” Whether the Board will reconsider the Resolution that has been approved is not known. A Resolution by Director Williams and me to get input from cooperators prior to moving ahead with this initiative was voted down. However, there is nothing to prevent cooperators from establishing a “Waterfront Park Development Think Tank” where ideas and information can be shared without time limits and other restrictions. It’s called “Green Light” thinking. Email this director at: eturner@riverbayboard.com to share your ideas. It was suggested that at this point the Board is without an abundance of facts about the value of the “proposed” land donation. FACTS: This director shared a copy of Mayor de Blasio announcement from his official website dated May 28, 2017 where he states, “We have seen the power of high

quality community parks to improve health and strengthen communities. I am happy that together with Riverbay co-op board and resident leaders, we are able to do both – and create much-needed waterfront access.” A concern is that the Mayor’s article assumes that the land will be donated. Please visit the Mayor’s website entitled “Mayor de Blasio Announces New 1.4 Acre Waterfront Site for Parkland in Co-Op City/City of New York.” Only a token number of cooperators were able to share their opinion in May 2017 before the Mayor’s public announcement. However, it was made clear by our president that shareholders will have the final word, not the Board. Elevators: When will cooperators get this project started and completed? Building 35 in Section 5 is waiting for a “permit” approval to get one elevator repaired. Management will keep all informed. This is a number one priority! Lobby Doors: When will cooperators get new lobby doors and other building entrance enhancements? Management will keep you posted. This is a number one priority! COLLEGE, CAREER & RESOURCE FAIR UPDATE: Date, Saturday, October 7, 2017 Volunteers are working really hard to make this stellar educational event successful. Volunteers, please report to Dreiser Auditorium at 8:00 a.m. sharp. So far, we have confirmed 45 guests. A change is that we will have two time frames for Financial Aid/Scholarship Workshops. At 2:00 p.m., a Financial Aid expert from Bank Street College will share valuable information about obtaining free money and free tuitions. At 4:00 p.m., we will have other experts to share information. Additionally, a volunteer will be sharing information on “writing the winning essay” for college entrance. Students in college are welcome to attend and gather information. Time Frames: Elementary Students, grades 3 to 5 will attend from 9 to 12 p.m. Middle School & High School will attend from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. Airline Pilots will be speaking to the students at 11:00 a.m. about the field of Aeronautics. The award winning Morris High School Robotic Team with a Robot they built will be onsite for both sessions.

African-American Association

“Whistle in Mississippi: The Lynching of Emmett Till” is coming to Co-op. Shades of Truth Theatre Company is bringing this production for one day, Sunday October 15th. Tickets are available now. Tickets will go fast!! You can get your tickets fast and easy now by going to Eventbrite.com or contact the African American Association. You will be able to pick up tickets Mondays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 4 p.m.-7 p.m. in room #15 in Dreiser. Several other organizations are selling tickets as well. Tickets are $25 in advance. If there are any left on the day of the show at the door will be $35. Congratulations to our own Georgette Moye on her Community Service Awards. The NAACP Awards banquet was a great event. Kudos to Jerome Rice and his staff for a job well done. The African American Association is looking for like-minded volunteers to help with some of our programs and committees. If you are interested in the development of your community through a structured organization, please contact us. If you are familiar with the Principles of Kwanzaa, we are looking to implement these principles year round. It is time we begin to put our words into action. We are currently working on developing The African-American Research Science Center. The seven Principles of Kwanzaa will be a major part of its infrastructure. We will begin to have separate closed meetings for those interested in this development. If you are interested email us aaaccpower@gmail.com. The Association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation. Acting Classes – Children’s and Adult classes are available. Contact: Meca Talent. For more information, call us at: 646-373-4122. Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. For a nominal fee, you will have fun and stay in shape. For information, call Xonia, 646-301-9438. Children’s Programs – For information about the after school program, call 718-379-5555. Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2. Also 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in Einstein, Section #5. Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073. Music, Rhythm & Dance – Most Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15; most Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. Call Keith, 917-561-6211. Yoga & Pilates Mat Classes – Classes on Tuesday, 7:15 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 2. Lose weight, tone and strengthen your muscles with exercises that reduce stress through breathing techniques. For information, call 718-671-8364. Yoga And Zumba – Classes on Saturday start at 9:30 in Dreiser Center, room

Board Retreat For Training: The Resolution submitted by Directors Linda Berk and Jerome Rice to impose harsh consequences for not attending is not unprecedented. Laws are made to impose negative and positive consequences. Devastating Disasters Heartfelt regrets for cooperators who are worried about family members in different parts of the country/world affected by hurricanes and earthquakes. Here are some helpful resources that may be helpful: In Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands: Register with the American Red Cross – Safe and Well website (www.redcross.org Safe and Well); this site is available in Spanish and is a free public reunification tool where messages can be posted to indicate safety. Outside of the US, please contact the U.S. Department of State Office of Overseas Citizens Service at 1-888407-4747. The American Red Cross Restoring Family Links Helpline is 844-782-9441 (for none—U.S. citizens members in Mexico). Donations: Many thanks to all organizations, including the Riverbay Fund, for donating funds and other goods for those who are in pain due to loss of life, employment and shelter. Celebrating African American And Cape Verdean History A special thanks to cooperators Robin Joyce and James Walter Miller for welcoming a group of mostly Co-op City residents to the Zion Union Heritage Museum in Hyannis, MA. We were all proud that Co-op City residents have found a venue in Cape Code to share their work of the Black experience through art and poetry. Their first mixed media quilt was created in 1999. Their collection has been exhibited at the African American Museum of Nassau County. Additionally, their partnership with Pamela and David Purdy, authors, artists is preserving Black history though art and writing for this and future generations. The ancestors are smiling. “So look at us and marvel – At what the world could be – If we strive for peace on earth-And racial harmony.” Continue to reach out with your questions and concerns: Evelyn M. Turner, LCSW Eturner@riverbayboard.com or 917-324-1033.

#2. General Membership Meeting – The next meeting will be Tues., Oct. 12. If you are unable to attend, please read our weekly column for updates. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for single membership or $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations welcomed. Like us on Facebook: CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc/email us at: aaaccpower@gmail.com. —Kevin Lambright

Baychester Visual Arts Association

Our 2016-2017 season portends to be one of the most exciting in our history – with art classes, art shows, lecture/demonstrations and workshops, free and open to the public. BVA’s next class sessions begins on Tuesday, November 22 in Room 5, Dreiser Community Center. You can choose from the two class schedules which are 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. The fees are as follows: Annual membership is $35 a year and a session of 10 classes is $60. The next session of classes begins on Tuesday, November 22 and continues to Jan. 31st. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered. Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, will be the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork. You can call M. Groves at 201-862-0847 or S. Lochansky at

718-379-1049 for more information. You can register in room 5 on Tuesdays at the Dreiser Community Center and check out the art work on display in our studio or by mail indicating the class time desired. Tuition can be sent to Baychester Visual Arts, P. O. Box 678, Coop City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. This is the last week to see our winter show at the Baychester Library in the Bartow shopping mall. We will have our artwork on display for the month of December. Stop by and see some beautiful paintings done by the students of BVA. BVA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization that needs your support to continue offering high level art instruction at these bargain prices. So come join BVA on this fabulous artistic trek, take a class, make a tax deductible donation, and feel the satisfaction of being a creator and/or patron of the arts. All checks should be made out as indicated above. Science is for the body and art is for the soul. —Sylvia Lochansky

Building 9 Association

Co-op City Times / September 30, 2017

Greetings! We are all shareholders. I volunteer to work on behalf of, and in the best interests of you, fellow shareholders. I am not perfect, but I try to be helpful and respectful toward those I represent. I try to conduct myself in a professional manner at association meetings, in my interactions with guest speakers, at the social events I plan for you, at committee meetings, political events, and other forums and events I attend. I try to have a good working relationship with Riverbay staff so that I can get things done for you when I act on your behalf. Let the work I’ve done speak for me. I want you to be proud to say that I represent you. Our prime purpose in life is to help others; if you can’t help them, at least don’t hurt them. Thank you to all who attended our September meeting. Your support is appreciated. Thank you to our guest speaker, Anthony Barzelatto, Safety Director. Thank you Wanda Randall, Carolyn Joseph, Maizie, Neil and others who came out Saturday. I exercised my right and my responsibility to speak. Thank you to all who asked questions, offered opinions, etc. Shareholders must not be challenged for sharing their viewpoint. We must demand that others be respectful toward us and our opinions. Update: The Building 9B, 12th floor compactor room was cleaned and exterminator service was requested. Thank you, 12th floor neighbors, for being vigilant. This allowed the problems to be addressed quickly. Shareholder responsibility in obtaining services is to contact the CSO or appropriate department for action. If you have followed the chain of command in reporting your concerns and are not satisfied with the response, you may contact me to help you get the resolution you seek. I am disappointed that the Security chair has decided to limit participation in the Security Committee. Despite this, having served for two years on the Security Committee, I intend to continue to forward to the chair my observations on issues that affect our building and to use my knowledge of NYPD Community Policing policies and procedures to continue to advocate for your best interests. Our dear neighbor, Mitzi Cleare, lost her long-time friend, Shirley Mack, of DeFoe Place, on September 15th. Shirley was a refined and dignified lady. Our condolences to Mitzi and the Mack family. “A fool creates chaos and disharmony, a Leader forges alliances.” “When they go low, we go high.” -Michelle Obama —Linda Collins

Church of New Vision

Pastors Kenneth Hodge and Deborah Hodge and the New Vision congregation invite you and your family to come and worship the Lord with us. Church of the New Vision is designed to meet the spiritual needs of God’s people. Serving the community for over 44 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spiritfilled atmosphere of Christian Love. All are welcome. Please keep the hurricane victims in your prayers. Order of Services: Sunday Worship Service: 8:00 a.m. and 11 a.m. (New time) Adult and Youth Sunday School: 9:45- 10:45 a.m. Mid-day Bible Study: Tuesdays, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Prayer and Bible Study: 7:00-8:30 p.m. Youth Ministry: Fridays, 6:00-9:00 p.m. Upcoming Events 1. Women’s Bible Study: held on the second Saturday of each month at 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Next scheduled date is October 14. 2. Join us as we travel to the Blue Mountain Christian Youth Retreat, New Ringgold, PA on Friday, October 27 through Sunday, October 29. Children: $108/Youth: $138.80 /Adults: $158.80. Rates include accommodations, meals, snacks, juice and water. All are welcome. If you are interested in sponsoring a child, please contact: Rev. Deborah Hodge, Sis. Indria Drayton or Sis. Dominique Hodge. 3. Saturday, November 4th is our Annual Building Fund banquet at the Seashore Restaurant & Marina on City Island. Come and enjoy a delicious, fourcourse meal, fellowship and fun. Donation: Adults, $70/Youth, $30. Time 1:005:00 p.m. For tickets, please contact Sis. Sadie James at 718-642-8943 or call the church at 718-671-8746. 4. Next Generation for Christ Ministry Youth Explosion on Saturday, November 11 at 2:30 p.m. Theme: “I’m Not Ashamed.” Scripture: Romans 1:16 NIV. “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believed: first to the Jew, them the Gentile. 5. Free Mammograms: the Church of New Visions supports Breast Cancer Awareness on Saturday, November 18th, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 pm; the Women’s Fellowship will sponsor a St. Barnabas Hospital Mobile Mammography Van which will be stationed outside the church. You may register by contacting Sis. L. Scott at 718-671-2623 or email @ LJScott 2000@yahoo com. Thank you for your Support! Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision concerning upcoming events and trips, or call the church. —Sis. Carol Haque

National Council Of Negro Women

Membership Meeting – Our second membership meeting of the new season will be Sunday, October 8, in room 11, Dreiser Community Center, 177 Dreiser Loop at 3:00 p.m. Please put us on your calendar. Returning members, also remember that October is the beginning of the NCNW fiscal year and come prepared to pay your dues. Prospective members, please come and check us out. Visit us on Facebook.com/Ncnwcoopcity Bethune. Health Fair – Our 8th Annual Community Health Fair last Saturday, September 23rd was a resounding success. There was such a variety of health agencies that are available to support our community. Of course, the Montefiore staff with offices in Dreiser Center, were there taking blood pressure and providing other services, but also the Safe Sleep Initiative Unit was there to remind new parents about sleep safety for their newborns; CaringKind formerly known as the Alzheimer’s Association, was there with information on all phases of care for the increasing population of Alzheimer patients; there was even information about controlling pests, including bed bugs and mold in our homes. Connecticut Winery & Foxwoods Casino Trip – On Saturday, November 4, we will be visiting the Stonington Vineyards in Connecticut. They are celebrating their 30th year in business and will give us a guided tour of the vineyard, wine tasting and we’ll receive a souvenir glass. Of course, your favorite wines are available for purchase. Our next stop will be at Foxwoods Resort Casino. We’ll receive a bonus voucher to enjoy allyou-can-eat at the luncheon buffet

and a full afternoon of gaming. There’s also shopping at the indoor Tanger outlet stores. Our bus will be leaving from Dreiser Center in front of the Physical Therapy Center at 8:00 a.m. sharp. The price for this exciting day trip is $85 (No refunds). Payments can be mailed to NCNW Co-op City Section, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. For further information, call (718) 655-9034, (718) 379-3788 or (718) 320-2366. National Council of Negro Women, Inc. North East Leadership Training Conference – NCNW alternates years with a biennial National Convention and a regional Leadership Training Conference. This year, our North East Leadership Training Conference (New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania and MidAtlantic States) will be hosted by the NYS Conveners Team on December 1 – 3, 2017. The conference will be held at the beautiful Honor’s Haven Resort & Conference Center, 1195 Arrowhead Road, Ellenville, NY 12428. The conference theme will be “Fortified by the past … focused on the future.” Members will be receiving registration forms by email and extra forms will be available in room 14 for members who do not have email. The prices quoted on the registration forms include a 2hour cocktail reception on Friday night, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner, plus room and board and all conference materials. Not on My Watch Movement – As Co-op City Section is affiliated with NOMW, please contact our president, Lori Melton, about the next 3-day training session for our members. —Joyce Howard

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210

“Civil Rights Never Sleep” 718-320-3210; naacpccity2210@ gmail.com Whistling in Mississippi The Emmett Till Performance Emmett Till will FINALLY get to tell his story at the Dreiser Loop Community Center on October 15th. Tickets are just $25 and are going FAST, please contact the branch, 718320-3210 for tickets. The NAACP advocates for smarter, results-based criminal justice policies to keep our communities safe, including treatment for addiction and mental health problems, judicial discretion in sentencing, and an end to racial disparities at all levels of the system. The United States is home to the world’s largest prison population. As “tough on crime” laws have put an unprecedented number of non-violent offenders behind bars in recent years, our neighborhoods feel no more secure. Economic Sustainability NAACP leaders will lend their

expertise on the most pressing issues facing the African-American community. I am especially pleased to share that New York State Conference President Dr. Hazel Dukes was awarded the Black Women’s Agenda Economic & Business Award in recognition of her lifelong achievements in linking economic development to racial equality and blazing trails for women of color. Waterfront Project The Waterfront Project is not a black or white issue. It is an issue that can only be resolved by the people of the community. Whether you are for or against the donation of the land, the one thing we should all agree on is that it needs to be cleaned up. Thank You, CO-OP City I want to thank all who came out to our 3rd Annual Community Service Award. I also want to say thanks for the ongoing donations for the victims of the various Hurricanes. Our cut-off date is October 10th, so you still have time to give with your heart. —Jerome Rice

Co-op City Times / September 30, 2017

Too Many Questions Remain On Proposal To Donate Land Director’s Viewpoint

Leslie Peterson

“You must never be fearful about what you do when it’s right,” – Rosa Parks Last week, the Co-op City Little League graciously allowed us to hold a Town Hall Meeting in the concession area. There were many people at the meeting, but several shareholders inquired why there were no notices placed conspicuously in the lobby of the buildings. Calls were made to shareholders regarding the meeting and transportation offered to the field, but a flyer regarding the meeting was not posted near the elevators. Upon entry to the field, shareholders were given the opportunity to sign up if they wanted to speak. Once the meeting commenced and shareholders spoke, it became evident that many people have a variety of concerns about donating the land. Two former Riverbay Board presidents attended and spoke. One admonished the Board members for not bringing this question to the shareholders first. Another questioned and then informed the audience of the price of the property. The recommendation was that we should improve the area ourselves. In other locations around the city where the city wanted parks, they leased the land, most recently in Staten Island. Dollar amounts have been mentioned, but the truth of the matter is a study was never done. What we do know, as one shareholder mentioned, land appreciates in value. We may need that land to use as a bargaining chip in the future. There are many unknowns that still exist. Rescind the resolution. Information was shared about land donated almost 50 years ago, however, let me remind you that it was for services essential to the community, such as a fire

house, police department and schools. Land was given to the City for the Little League Field and we must ask to use it if we have events there. It is not ours to use at will. The amounts we spend on asbestos abatement, CCPD and our garbage compound helps the city and needs to be acknowledged, not by asking us to give more of ourselves. We had an opportunity to push for a youth center, something needed in this community. In my opinion, that’s what should have been offered by the City. My concern is that the question that will be asked on a referendum will be “Do we want a park or not?” when the real question of concern is, “Do we want to donate the land?” We can only ask that question again if we rescind the resolution. Director Williams proposed rescinding the Memo of Donation and although that didn’t get a majority vote, I believe it should have. A referendum on whether we wanted to donate the land should have been taken first. Shareholders should write those who voted for the Memo of Donation and request they rescind that resolution. We often talk about the principles of cooperative living. A suggestion was made by a shareholder at the Town Hall who is an engineer and resides in Co-op City that he would be willing to advise and we should do it ourselves. Another suggestion was made to post an open call to shareholders with experience and knowledge in this area to help get a pool of people who can advise and assist. This would definitely give us something to be proud, DIY. This is an opportunity to have the community truly involved. Recently at a Commercial Leasing meeting, we were advised that a vendor is pending for the Bingo Hall and willing to rent “as is” which is great news and would be both a cost savings and a revenue stream for the community. Board directors are charged with seeking the most economical operation of the development. Directors should meet this demand without endangering the long term interests

of the complex. With this being said, I hope the Bingo Hall negotiations are completed sooner rather than later. If they are taking it without our spending money, then we should be able to realize the benefit of additional funds shortly. Regarding Sangria Cafe, I know this has been mentioned often, but we have been advised that various concerns with the Department of Buildings have reportedly been satisfied and new staff is being trained. Sangria states they should be able to open to the public. I will not say the proposed timeline but hope we will all be able to celebrate soon. I recently had a fascinating experience thanks to the Retirees of Dreiser Loop. I attended the 23rd Commemoration of MAAFA (Kiswahili term for disaster, calamity or terrible occurrence) performed at the St. Paul Community Baptist Church (Brooklyn, NY). This event is an honoring of our past AND also a prayer for our future. Although obligations prevented me from traveling with the group, I went and I am very glad they enlightened me. It was an aweinspiring experience I will never forget. Glad I attended. Kudos to the Spanish-American Cultural Club and the Community Relations Department for the Hispanic Heritage Month celebration. Each year, the various countries represented bring dance, music and vibrant costumes that represent their homeland. Donations were collected and fantastic raffle prizes awarded. Great job. Reminder: In continuing the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, join the Rivers Run Community Garden for “Bomba On The River” on Sunday, October 1, at 2:00 pm. I am always interested in hearing your thoughts. I can be reached by mail at: Leslie Peterson, Riverbay Board Director, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bx, NY 10475; Tel. @ 718-320-1370, or email at lpeterson@riverbayboard.com.

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

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Our phone number is (718) 320-3795, and leave a message if there is no answer. Sunday Services – Come and receive a Blessing The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. Each Sunday, the English Service is at 10 a.m. and the Spanish Service is at 12:30 p.m. Children: Sunday School time will be at 10:30 a.m. Bring your children; they will have a great time while learning God’s word. Prayer Night (English) & Prayer/Bible Study Afternoon (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name, I am in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20. Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Thursday mornings at noon to 1 p.m. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children that have a personal relationship with Him. Friday Family Night: starts at 7:30 p.m. Come and enjoy the different groups for parents, young adults, teens and children. Learn the Bible and also other activities. It’s a fun time for all. Crescendo Christian Music School: Are you interested in learning how to play an instrument or sing, come join the music school. Piano, guitar, drums, violin, voice and other instruments. Registration for the fall season is here and cost is very reasonable. Registration is free. Call Maestro Frank Colon, (917) 753-3644, to set up a time to come and

register. Students range in age from 5 years to 100. Trip to Lancaster Pa.: Come join us on Black Friday (11/24) to see the “Miracle of Christmas” at Sight & Sound Theater, shopping at Rockvale Square Mall and dinner at Miller’s Smorgasbord.

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Building Fund Banquet at the Seashore Restaurant & Marina on City Island. Come and enjoy a delicious, four-course meal, fellowship and fun. Donation: Adults, $70. Youth, $30. Time: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. for tickets. Please contact Sis. Sadie James at 718-6428943 or call the church at 718-671-8746. 4. Next Generation for Christ Ministry Youth Explosion on Saturday, November 11 at 2:30 p.m. Theme: “I’m Not Ashamed.” Scripture: Romans 1:16 NIV - “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believed: first to the Jew, them the Gentile. 5. Free Mammograms at the Church of New Vision supports Breast Cancer Awareness on Saturday, November 18th, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.; the Women’s Fellowship will sponsor a St. Barnabas Hospital Mobile Mammography Van which will be stationed outside the church. You may register by contacting Sis. L. Scott at 718.671.2623 or email _JScott2000@yahoo.com. Thank you for your support! Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone (718) 671·8746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision concerning upcoming events and trips, or call the church. —Sis. Carol Haque

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 programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services – Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study– Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every

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Co-op City Seventh-day Adventist Church

Is doomsday September 23, 2017? Online articles published September 17, 2017 by the Washington Post, Fox News and a host of others reported on the theory of a Christian numerologist that the world as we know it will end on September 23, 2017. While countless prophesies over the years have claimed to be privy to the ‘end’ of the world, truth is, no one will ever know that. These spurious claims only fuel the skeptics and attempts to divert the truth of the gospel—the good news—of salvation, mercy, and reconciliation with God through Jesus. The Bible clearly states that the purpose of Christ coming to earth as a man was to, in part, personally show humankind the principles and lifestyle of Heaven. The promise is that He will offer us the Holy Spirit to teach us individually how to live as ‘Christ-ians,’ and at His return at an appointed time, He will fetch His people and present them to the Father. That time is not known by anyone. The Bible states, “However, no one knows the day or hour when these things will happen, not even the angels in heaven or the Son himself. Only the Father knows.” – Matthew 24:36 (NLT) Yes, a lot of the signs of the end are all around us. False religious teachers, mentioned in Matthew 24:5, 6, natural disasters, earthquakes, starvation in parts of the world (also in Matthew 24) and of the perilous times and moral decay that will be evident (2 Timothy 3:1-4). Who have not heard of the rumors of war (Matthew 24), peace talks (1 Thessalonians 5:2, 3), and so on. To learn more on this subject, please

Community Protestant Church first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.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. Other Scheduled Events On Wednesdays, at 12:00 noon, please join Pastor Owens for NOON DAY PRAYER AT CPC, an hour of Power, Prayer, Praise and Testimony. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: (718) 862-9172. Sunday, October 8 at 6:00 p.m. – A Very Special

see our contact information below. We have no cause for alarm if we are ready (Matt 24:42-44). No need to have our hearts fail us for fear of what is to come upon the earth (Luke 21:26). In fact, there is a settling of the heart when we consider the word of God to us, “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the Lord. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” If your heart is troubled, then find rest in Jesus. We welcome you to join us in Bible study and fellowship. All are welcome. Services and Community Outreach Sundays — Self-Defense Classes, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays — Telephone Bible Study, 712-451-0929, Access code 248075#, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Wednesdays – Midafternoon Prayer Service, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday – Food Pantry every 1st and 3rd, 4:30 – 6 p.m. Wednesday – Night Prayer meeting, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m. Saturday – Sabbath School, 9:15 a.m. Saturday – Divine Worship, 11 a.m. Saturday – Adventist Youth Program, 3:30 p.m. Saturday – Bible Study, 4:30 p.m. Saturday – Vespers @ sunset September 23 – Music Day October 1 – Disabilities EXPO, Dreiser Auditoriums, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. The Co-op City Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 1010 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475; http://coopcity22.adventist churchconnect.org/ —Cheryl C. Silvera

Worship Service. The community is invited to share in the ORDINATION OF DEACONS SERVICE at Community Protestant. Saturday, October 14th, 3:00 p.m. – The Sepia Players Ministry presents “Deacon Willie’s Last Will and Testament,” written by Roosevelt Wright Jr. Donation: $20. For tickets, call (718) 513-3308 or (718) 655-7241. Saturday, October 21st, 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. – CPC presents the South Carolina Dance, “A Denim Affair.” (No sneakers) - Dreiser Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop, Co-op City. Music by DJ Pressley. Tickets: $25 in advance. (No tickets sold at door). For tickets, call (718) 862-9172, (718) 320-4278 or (917) 915-8237. 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

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Director’s Viewpoint

Deborah Jenkins

While I was unable to attend this past week’s Town Hall Meeting to provide cooperators with an opportunity to hear the Riverbay Board’s presentation about the Memorandum of Donation and to, in turn, be heard, I have heard of the very disturbing outcomes. Many of you had an opportunity to witness firsthand the ongoing atmosphere that has permeated the Riverbay Board of Directors since late October 2016. Let me say this, I mentioned the lack of courtesy being shown the entire Board in my Viewpoint last week and I am sure that some thought that I was whining. However, after seeing many over the weekend who attended, receiving text messages and emails, I’m sure many now have greater clarity about what I meant. To hear that a former Riverbay Board president was disrespected by the current Board leadership, while not at all surprising to me, is something that should and I understand did draw the ire of some in the community. To hear that cooperators were appalled and left after Mr. Taylor was faced with being removed by CCPD is nothing short of embarrassing and disrespectful, in my opinion. This is a democracy, this is our home and according to our By-Laws, we, cooperators, each have one vote and one vote only! That one vote demands respect! Know your rights! Let’s not get distracted because Mr. Taylor raised questions that each of us should demand an answer to before any transfer of land takes place. These questions are without consideration of any personal feelings, but

Community, let’s stay focused!

bbean Islands that have been devastated by both Hurare strictly business and of a financial nature. Our ricane Irma and Maria. I have a list of organizations responsibilities as Board directors is to be good stewcollecting donations for these islands and can share ards over the financial affairs of our land and corporawith anyone who desires to support their efforts. tion. At the very least, this Board should be able to I applaud all of you who continue to write to the answer the following questions: 1) What is the Board and to me individually and those who call and appraised Fair Market Value of the land being text. Please continue to make your voice heard by donated to the City of New York? 2) How does the reaching out to the 15 members of the Riverbay Board Board plan to restore the value being lost as a result of Directors. I can be reached at (718) 644-0951 or via of the donation back to the balance sheets of the email at djenkins@riverbayboard.com. Riverbay Corporation? These are questions that we should all demand answers to and with KZA Realtors as the corporation’s consultants to lease our commercial spaces, these Thursday, October 5, Co-op City do for you? Well, when you join, questions should be fairly easy to Toastmasters will have its bi- you can work on your public speakanswer. Without answers to these weekly meeting. Regular meetings ing and leadership skills in a safe, questions, none of us should be are scheduled the 1st and 3rd Thurs- fun and supportive environment. willing to support the donation of day of the month. The club will Members plan and conduct meetthis or any other land to the City of meet in rm. 28, lower level of the ings. Members give impromptu New York or any other entity. Bartow Mall. All are welcome to speeches. Members give prepared speeches. All in a non-pass/fail Puerto Rico: Our brothers and attend. Co-op City Toastmasters is our environment and one where consisters in Puerto Rico have been devastated by Hurricane Maria. I local branch of Toastmasters Inter- structive feedback is provided to commend City Councilman Andy national, an international, educa- motivate members and encourage King, Bronx Borough President tional non-profit organization. self confidence. Can this benefit you; anyone Toastmaster clubs are in over 116 Ruben Diaz, Jr. and the NYPD and countries with more than 270,000 you know? Then come to our their massive efforts to provide active members. Become a part of October 5th meeting and see how relief. The assistance will be ongo- this exciting organization. Adults the Toastmasters Program can help ing and each of these entities will age 18 years and over can join. To you. Additionally, don't forget to continue to be conduits through learn more, you may visit http:// look for our table at the upcoming which you and I can provide assis- toastmasters.org/ resources/video- College and Career Fair in Dreiser library or the club website at www. Community Center on Saturday, tance. Oct. 7. Let’s not forget the US Virgin 3824.toastmasters.org. —Marietta Phoenix What can this Co-op City club Islands, Dominica and other Cari-

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Circle of Christ

The Circle of Christ Church family extends a warm welcome to you and your family and invites you to come and worship with us at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level (located in the Dreiser Community Center). We are a multicultural church that embraces God’s love for all. Family unity is very important to us. We have a wonderful children ministry focus on learning God’s word. Our youth ministry is very active and dynamic. The youth are involved in music, retreats, concerts, debates, conferences, drama, counseling among many other activities. We also have a food pantry for those in need in our community. Our phone number is 347-945-1992 in case there is no one in the office please feel free to leave a message, we will call you back. La familia de la Iglesia Circulo de Cristo les extiende una cálida invitación a usted y su familia para que vengan a alabar a Dios junto con nosotros. Nos encontramos en el 147 de Dreiser Loop, al nivel del patio (localizado en el centro Comunal de Dreiser). Somos una Iglesia multicultural que recibe y da del amor the Dios para todos. La unidad de la familia es muy importante para nosotros.Tenemos un ministerio para los jóvenes que es muy dinámico. Los jóvenes disfrutan de música, retiros, conciertos, debates, conferencias, dramas, consejería, y mucho mas. Suplimos comida a aquellos en nuestra comunidad que lo necesitan. Nuestro teléfono es 347-945-1992 de no haber nadie en la oficina sientancen libres de dejar un mensaje, le devolveremos su llamada.

Thought for the week 7 You have put gladness in my heart, More than in the season that their grain and wine increased. 8 I will both lie down in peace, and sleep; For You alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. Psalm 4: 7-8 Reflexion para la semana 7 Tú diste alegría a mi corazón Mayor que la de ellos cuando abundaba su grano y su mosto. 8 En paz me acostaré, y asimismo dormiré; Porque sólo tú, Jehová, me haces vivir confiado. Salmo 4: 7-8 English services Wednesday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study. Friday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Youth Night Sunday, 11:00 a.m., Worship and the Word. Children Church, 5 years old to 12 years old Little lamb nursery. Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m., Prayer and the Word. Thursday, 5 p.m., Boys and Girls Club Horario de Servicios en Español Domingo, 9:00 a 10:30 a.m., Alabanzas y Predicación. Jueves, 12:00 p.m., Oración y Estudio Bíblico Special Events : Live entertainment, singing, dance, comedy, skits, poetry. Free admission, October 6 at 7 p.m. —Rev. Sam Colon

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to attend worship service at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, NY 10475 (main lobby) Services are as follow: Sunday School for all age group at 10:30 a.m. Worship Service begins at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday morning prayer and fasting service will be held at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held every Wednesday evening at 7:30 p.m. Friday night youth service starts at 7:30 p.m. Focus: The Home – A Center of Worship (Deuteronomy 6:1-9) Now these are the commandments, the statues, and the judgments, which the Lord your God commanded to teach you, that ye might do them in the land whither ye go to possess it: 2.That thou mightiest fear the Lord thy God, to keep all his statutes and his commandments, which I command thee, thou, and thy son, and thy son’s son, all the days of thy life; and that thy days may be prolonged. 3.Hear therefore, O Israel, and observe to do it; that it may be well with thee, and that ye may increase mightily, as the Lord God of thy fathers hath promised thee, in the land that floweth with milk and honey. 4. Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord: 5. And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might.

6. And these words, which I command thee this day, shall be in thine heart: 7. And thou shalt teach them diligently unto thy children, and shalt talk of them when thou sittest in thine house, and when thou walkest by the way, and when thou liest down, and when thou risest up. 8. And thou shalt bind them for a sign upon thine hand, and they shall be as frontlets between thine eyes. 9. And thou shalt write them upon the posts of thy house, and on thy gates. Our time with our little ones is short, but we can make it really count by giving them true heroes from the Word of God. Stories read or told on their level of comprehension are usually our first building tools as we build a house of faith and worship. Home is where we learn by examples and practice to be doers of the word and not hearers only. Although we hear the word of God regularly at church, home is where the Bible is lived daily. Therefore, it is important that we teach our children at home the word of God that they will know what God requires of them. Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God is one Lord. And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all might. (Deuteronomy 6:4-5) Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old, he will not depart from it. (Proverbs 22;6) For further information, call Rev. Richard Sibblies at (718) 324-0334 or 718-320-4218. —Rev. R. Sibblies

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome. Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7 p.m. The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the second Sunday of each month. We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, October 1, when we will celebrate The Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost. Our Supply Priest, Rev. Simeon Johnson, will be the preacher and celebrant. Fundraising Events: 1. Today is the day! Our Annual Home Style Dinner Sale takes place at the church from noon until sold out. Do not cook tonight. Come outand purchase our delicious home cooked dinners. 2. Our Annual

Post Thanksgiving Day Atlantic City trip to Bally’s Casino will be on Saturday, November 25. $40 p.p. Deluxe Motor Coach leaves from Dreiser Loop at 9:00 a.m. For seating, please call June Grimes at 347-357-8249 as soon as possible. We are depending on your support for these events. Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. At this time of the year, we also collect clean, slightly used warm clothes for St. Margaret’s Church. Please remember to donate. In an effort to help the hurricane victims, we are doing a special collection of various items and supplies, including first aid and personal hygiene products. Please bring whatever you have to the church no later than Sunday, October 8. For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org. “Remember, O Lord, your compassion and love, * for they are from everlasting.” — Psalm 25: 5 —Merville Chambers

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Bartow

Einstein

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Word Games 9:30-11 a.m. Library 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Weight Management

Library 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45

Dreiser Room 7 unless otherwise noted Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

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Non-Kosher

Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Apple Juice Color Your Stress Away 11 a.m., Rm. 4 Turkey Burger Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Mashed Potatoes Bartow Center – 10:00 a.m. Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m. Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Last Beef and Broccoli Monday of the month Tossed Salad w/Dressing White Rice Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m.-noon Word Search 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., Rm. 13 Hamburger Bun Cauliflower with Carrots Bingo 1-2 p.m. Bingo 1-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., Rm. 2 Whole Wheat Bread And Parsley Basic Cell Phone & iPad Training (New Card Games 2-4 p.m. Diabetes Support Group 2nd Fresh Fruit Time) 11:00-12:00 p.m., Rm. 7 Dominoes 2:30 p.m. Monday, 1:00 p.m. Alt: Tuna Salad Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Apple/Orange Juice Word Games:9:30-11:30 a.m. 9:30-10:30 a.m. Oven Fried Chicken Walking Club: 10:30 a.m. Dominoes 10 a.m. Alert & Alive 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. Mashed Butternut Turkey Drumstick Bingo: 12:30-2:00 p.m. Cultural Dance 10:30 a.m.–11:30 Squash Cole Slaw Caregiver Support Group: 1:00 Matinee Movie 10 a.m., Rm. 45 a.m., Aud. B Kale Steamed Roasted Sweet p.m.,1st and 3rd Tues. Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 wheat bread Whole Potato Fries Karaoke by Steven 1-2 p.m., Rm. 45 Card Games: 2-4 p.m. Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Fresh fruit Dominoes: 2:30 p.m. Alt: Egg salad Afternoon Movie 1 p.m. Computer Class – Rm. 13; Beginner 10Blood Pressure: Every 1st and 3rd Wed11 a.m.; Intermediate – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Orange Pineapple Juice nesday 9-10 a.m. Walk Group 9:30 a.m., Rm. 40 Only 6 seats available. Pepper Steak Games 9:30-11 a.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Stay Well Exercise 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Baked Breaded Fish White Rice 9:30-10:30 a.m. Line Dancing 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Spelling Bee 10 a.m. Italian Blend Asian Cabbage Sewing 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Bingo 1-2 p.m. Vegetables Whole wheat bread Tai Chi 11 a.m. 12 p.m. Card Games 2-4 p.m. Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Roasted Potatoes Fresh Fruit Mind Teasers 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Dominoes 2:30 p.m. Computer Lab African Brazilian Dance 1 p.m., Rm. 2 Smartphone Class Bartow Main office Alt: Grilled Caribbean Art Class 1-3 p.m. Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Beginner – 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. Chicken Breast Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Intermediate 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

SUCCOTH JASA CLOSED Men’s Line Dancing 9 -10 a.m. Word Games 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Women’s Line Dancing 10-11:30 a.m.

Chat Session 10 a.m. Piano Sing-along 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Bingo 1 -2 p.m. Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

SUCCOTH JASA CLOSED Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Card Games 2-4 p.m. Pokeno 2-4 p.m., Rm. 35 Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th, 10 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Rm. 45 (New) Free Oil Painting Classes Rm. 38, 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m.

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

(Schedule subject to change without notice) Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., & 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation. JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Trip registration policy: Payments for trips can be made at all 3 centers. There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – JASA will not accept checks under $5. (FREE) LiveOn NY- SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance –Tue., Oct. 17th, Fri., Oct. 20th & 27th, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m., JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments. Walk-ins. First come! First served! Please make copies of your documents before coming to the office, which will speed up the process. Stew Leonard’s – Wed., Oct. 4th, $5, Bartow 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m., Dreiser - 10:00 a.m. JASA Closed for SUCCOTH – Thurs., Oct. 5th. Closed for Simchat Torah, Friday, Oct. 13th. Fairway/BJ’s – Fri., Oct. 6th, $3. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Wal-Mart – Tues., Oct. 10th, $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m. Wait list Empire – Tues., Oct. 10th, $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. Wait list. Target Throggsneck Mall, TJ Maxx, Skechers Footwear Outlet – Wed., Oct. 11th, $2.

SUCCOTH JASA CLOSED Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Meditative Moments 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Rm. 8 Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Bingo Rm. 7, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Card Games, Dominoes 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

SUCCOTH SUCCOTH JASA CLOSED JASA CLOSED Apple Juice Spanish Style Roast Chicken Roasted Potatoes Green Beans and Tomatoes Challah Bread Fresh Fruit Alt: Gefilte Fish

Beef Lasagna Garden Salad

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

*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

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

Upcoming Events/Trips

Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Central Avenue –– Thurs., Oct. 12th, $13. Xmas Tree Store, Trader Joe’s & Amazing Savings. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Stew Leonard’s –Thurs., Oct. 12th, $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Empire – Tues., Oct. 17th and Wed., Oct. 18th and Mon., Oct. 23rd and Tues., Oct. 31st, $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. Flu Clinic – Tues., Oct. 17th, 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Please register in the Senior Center. IKEA/Bed Bath & Beyond & Christmas Tree Store, NJ – Thurs., Oct. 19th, $15. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Crossroads Shopping (Greenburg/Ardsley, NY) – $13; Thurs., Oct. 19th, Kmart, Home Goods, Christmas Tree Shop. Bartow, 8:45 a.m.; Einstein, 9 a.m.; & Dreiser, 9:15 a.m. St. Mary’s Recreation Center Pool – Fri., Oct. 20th and Oct. 27th, $3. Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m. (14 seats available). There is

a $25 yearly fee to use the facility. If you wish to become a member, please come into the JASA Bartow office and fill out an application. Membership is non-refundable. Jersey Garden Outlet Mall – Tues., Oct. 24th, $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m. Aldi – Wed., Oct. 25th, $2. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Woodbury Commons – Wed., Oct. 25th, $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m. Wait list. Ridgehill – Thurs., Oct. 26th, $7. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Flu Clinic – Fri., Oct. 27th, Bartow Senior Center, rm. 31, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Please register in the Senior Center. Empire – Tues., Oct. 31st, $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. On-Call driver needed, with CDL Passenger Endorsement License. Applications available at JASA NORC Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Volunteer (will train) to teach Stay Well Exercise Class – Dreiser Senior Center, Mondays, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Contact Dreiser Senior Center, 718-320-1345; 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon. to Fri.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

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Reminder: Next meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 9, 1:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center Auditorium “A.” Don’t forget, each one, bring one (or two or three), neighbors, friends or family members. Please contact our Good & Welfare coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-671-5493, if you have a family member who has passed or one of our members who is sick, in the hospital or in a nursing home. 2017 Tour Activities December 29, 2017-January 2, 2018: Swingin’ New Year’s Eve Celebration in Savannah (GA) – Motor coach trip (2-night lodging to & from Savannah); 4 breakfasts; 2 full course dinners including a Riverboat Dinner Cruise; guided tour of Savannah, historic Davenport House, and Savannah’s River Street District; New Year’s Eve Show & Party at the Savannah Theater; New Year’s Day Buffet Lunch. $609/person – double; $798 - single; $50 deposit due with reservation; $150 due 7/30; $150 due 8/30; Balance due 10/31. Trip insurance available. Contact Judith, 718- 379-3370. April 10, 2018-April 11, 2018: Sight & Sound Theatre & Sands Casino – Motorcoach trip to Sands Casino with casino bonus and shopping; next day (after breakfast) to Sight & Sound spectacular production of “Jesus” to experience the greatest rescue story of all time (reserved seating); dinner & breakfast coupons. $309/person - double; $395 – single; $295/person triple. $50/per person. Deposit + optional Travel Protection due ASAP. Final payment due February 23, 2018. Contact Judith, 718379-3370. —Delores Debnam

Einstein Cancer Fund

Goose Island Seniors

Happy Holidays to all our Jewish members and friends. To all members: Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all members who celebrate their day in the month of October: Miriam Lunenfeld, Lydia Ruas, Marilyn Sherman, Dorothy Lichtman, Yolanda Osorio and Joan Rosa. Bingo – Wednesday, October 4th, 1:30 p.m., with Stephen in our club room #39. Members only. Admission, $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments and snacks will be served. “Come Blow Your Horn” – Thursday, October 12th at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Hampton, NJ. It’s a very funny play by Neil Simon. Also, you will enjoy a scrumptious lunch and all the desserts you can eat. They are delicious. Price is $79 for show, lunch and transportation. All tickets are sold; there are no more seats. There is a waiting list. Starting October l, we will be selling the seats of those who have not paid. See Ann, Macy or Stephen. Sands Casino, PA – Tuesday, October 24th.

Price is $33. Rebate is $20 for play and $5 toward food. There is a Steelworks Buffet and Grill among other restaurants. If you like to shop, there is an Outlet Mall in the building. Pick-up time is 8:30 a.m. at our usual bus stops. See Ann, Mary or Stephen. Our Lounge – Come sit and relax, read a book from our large library, play cards every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ($1 for refreshments and snacks). Play Bingo every Wednesday and last Sunday of each month for only $15 per year. Also, come with us on wonderful trips. Note: Call Ann, Mary, or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613 or visit us MondayThursday, l0 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39. You can also call Mary at 718-379-4899 and she will return your call. Leave a message and your phone number. To call Stephen, it’s 347-8471941. Visit Stephen in room 39, every Wednesday, l0 a.m. - 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Good health to all. —Mary Pilla

Members’ Meeting, Tuesday, October 3 at 1:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Foxwood’s Casino, Tuesday, October 10. Cost is $38 per person, $10 slot play and $10 food. Pickup at 8 a.m. at Einstein Center, Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. Please do not forget your casino card and photo ID. Crab Shanty, Tuesday, October 17. Members Luncheon at 1:30 p.m.; $28 per person. Menu choices of shrimp broiled or fried, chicken parmesan, BBQ spare ribs or chicken with ribs, shrimp scampi, Tilapia, all served with baked potato, French fries and dessert. For all of the above agenda, please call Lydia, (718) 671-3005, or Annie Eutsey, (718) 320-1874. As always, good health and healing are wished to all. Remember to give a call to those who are homebound or in nursing homes. Your calls will cheer them up and they will know that they are in your thoughts and prayers. —Lydia Ruas

NYPD’s Enforcement of Angle Parking Regulations

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

Shareholders, “If You See Something, SAY SOMETHING!”

Contact Public Safety, (718) 671-3050.

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of Building 27B. Phone #: 718-379-6920. Note: Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, leave a message and we will get back as soon as possible. The Synagogue has Services Saturday morning at 9 a.m. After Services, we always have a Kiddush. We need few Jewish men on Saturday morning, if a member can bring a friend to enjoy Services between 10 a.m. and noon, we need your help to make a minyan. Services For Yom Kippur Rabbi Kronengold and Cantor Joseph Ringel will conduct our High Holy Day Services. Services for Yom Kippur, Friday, September 29. Candle Lighting, 6:22 p.m. Kol Nidre Services at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, September 30 Services at 8:00 a.m. Yizkor at 11:00 a.m. Mincha at 4:00 p.m. Neila (Closing of the Gates) at 5:30 p.m. Maariv at 7:05 p.m., then Shofar Blown, Fast ends, at 7:20 p.m. Please come on time so our prayers will not be rushed and we will not be forced to Fast later than required. Saying Yizkor for a loved one requires a pledge of charity. Please support the Synagogue. The Men’s Club is providing a Break the Fast (cake and juice) at the end of the Yom Kippur Service. Next year in Jerusalem.

The Sukkot Holiday is a 2-day Holiday on Thursday, October 4th, and Friday, October 5th. Services will begin at 9:00 a.m. Shemini Atzeret is Thursday, October 12th, Services 9:00 a.m. Yizkor at 10:30 a.m. Simchas Torah, October 13th, at 9:00 a.m. Good & Welfare: We sell Tree Certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazel Tov to all having Simchas. If you’re ill, wishing all a speedy recovery. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for the sick, you should make a donation in that person’s name to the Synagogue. Sorry to report the passing of Mr. Eli Kalman on Sunday, September 24th. Wishing his family no more sorrow. Bingo: The Synagogue will have a Bingo on Sunday, October 15, at 1 p.m. The cost is only $3 admission, which includes refreshments and 10 games of Bingo. Also there is a Jackpot game which costs $2. This is a 3part game in which you have a chance to win $30 if you win all three games. Come on down and have an afternoon with your friends and neighbors. The Bingo games are open to all residents in the community so if you like to play Bingo, please attend. Your support of the Traditional Synagogue and Men’s Club is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends, peace and good health and happy holidays. —Gary Schwartz

Co-op City Baptist Church

service is held on Fridays at noon. Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family, Making use of available technology, we will make use of the conference invites you to join us tomorrow at 9:00 a.m. for worship service in room 49, call line for Friday evening prayer service. On Friday evenings at 7:30 Einstein Center (2nd floor). One worship service will be held at 9:00 a.m. p.m., you can call 563-999-2090; when asked for the PIN, enter until further notice. Sunday School for children and adults will be held imme- “660065” and you will be connected. diately after service in the sanctuary. Everyone is invited to join us for this hour of prayer. We invite you to worship, study, and The Building Fund Ministry is pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist postponing the Bake Sale and Jewelry Church is located at 135 Einstein Showcase scheduled for Saturday, Loop, lower level, room 50. Our teleOctober 7. It will be rescheduled. phone number is 718-320-3774. And On March 6 to March 15, 2018, we be sure to extend your worship with us today and every Saturday, 4 – 5 p.m. will be going to the Holy Land in Israel. on Principle Centered Living Radio, Worship sailing on the Sea of Galilee; be baptized in the Jordan River; share redeemradiofm.com. Also, learn more in communion in the Garden Tomb; all about our pastor and the principles of where Jesus walked. The price per perour church while enjoying a laugh or son from JFK is $2,995 for a double two on Facebook (Principle Centered Living with Rev. Sheldon Williams). room an additional $586 for a single room. A non-refundable deposit of Please “Like” the page and share the $500 is due immediately. Final payposts. Only those who “LIKE” the ment is due on or before November 12, page will qualify for upcoming con2017. For a flyer, along with the itinertests and rewards. ary and reservation form, please call Wednesday noon worship service 718-671-1918, 718-379-0541, 718will be held in room 38, Einstein Cen379-1776, 718-671-1271 or the church ter (2nd floor). Wednesday Bible study classes are held at 1:00 p.m., at 718-320-3774. —Hattie L. Lucas and 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Prayer

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Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue

What does America stand for? Concern for our fellow beings. Compassion. Education and culture. Training people for jobs. Improving health care. Aiding refugees. This is what the Bible is all about: sharing our bread with the hungry, freeing the oppressed, providing material, emotional and spiritual support for people in need. The Bible teaches us to rise above involvement in self, to feel a sense of responsibility others. The narrow view counsels, “Watch out for yourself.” The broad view says; “Watch out for others.” America represents the triumph of altruism over egotism.

Young Israel of Co-op City

High Holiday Prayer Schedule Rabbi Solomon I. Berl will officiate and deliver the Holy Day sermons. Yom Kippur Day – Saturday, September 30 Morning Service 8:00 a.m. Public Yizkor – 11:00 a.m. Fast Ends – 7:20 p.m. Rabbi Berl and the officers of Young Israel wish all Co-op City residents a happy new year of good health, good tidings, contentment and fulfillment in the year to come. May peace and harmony throughout the world become a reality in the coming year.

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue Try your luck with the Men’s Club

Our next trip is Monday, October 30th, to the Tropicana Casino in Atlantic City. Walk the boardwalk, shop at the outlets, enjoy the sights, enjoy the food, have a good time. ALL MEN AND WOMEN over 21 years old can attend our trips and functions. The cost of the trip is still $35 per person. This trip, you will receive $30 slot play bonus. This is the best bonus in Co-op City. You need a Tropicana Casino card or a government ID, passport, non- or driver’ license to receive the bonus. It’s like costing you only $5 for a round trip to Atlantic City after the bonus. On the bus, we provide a drink, snack, play Bingo, 50/50 raffle, and show a recent movie on the way home. We keep you entertained, the trip goes

fast to Atlantic City. The bus stops by all three shopping centers going and returning. We leave Einstein Loop at 8 a.m. by the supermarket, Asch Loop at 8:15 a.m. by the library, and Dreiser Loop by 8:25 a.m. For reservations, call Gary at 718-671-8424 or Bruce at 718-3202234. If no one is available, please leave a message at either number. Please make out check or money order to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue and mail it to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B lobby, Bronx, NY 10475. Your support of the Men’s Club is greatly appreciated. Wishing everyone peace and good health. —Gary Schwartz

Chavurah Temple Beth-El

Kol Nidre is Friday night. We hope that you will come to services and bring your friends. We will be in Dreiser, room 4. Chavurah Temple Beth El – Services are NO CHARGE!!! Come worship with us. We will have Public Yiskor services at 1:00 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Services are as follows: Yom Kippur Yom Kippur Day Saturday, September 30 Morning Service, 10 a.m., Dreiser, room 4 Public Yiskor, 1 p.m., Dreiser, room 4 Public Yiskor, 2:30 p.m., Dreiser, room 4 Mincha & N’eliah, 4:00 p.m., Dreiser, room 4 All services are to be held in Dreiser, room 4. There is no charge for tickets for all

services. Just come!!!! Tickets WERE mailed out to all our members, along with the form for names to be read or added on our Yartzeit List. If you have names you wish to have read, please fill out the form and mail it back. Please come and worship with us, as many of you have done in the past. On Yom Kippur, we will read the list of the departed loved ones who are dear to your hearts, and are on our Temple Yartzeit List, and the names of those who have also been given to us. For further information, please email Rabbi Dennis Tobin at RabbiDennisTobin@aol.com, or call him at 973-7693915. We look forward to beginning the year of 5778 with you and your families. —Rabbi Dennis Tobin

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Rivers Run Community Garden

Tomorrow it is on! Please us for our FREE Sunday afternoon drumming and dance workshop facilitated by Bomba Works and followed by a “Bombazo” (jam session - so bring instruments!). We will be collecting food and toiletries for those affected by the hurricanes. On October 8th and 15th, Rivers Run and the Hutchinson River Restoration Project will combine to bring you the “Just One Piece” program where families will participate in an afternoon of stories and activities on the plants and animals that call our river home. Refreshments and fun will be served. This event is FREE. We invite schools to reach out and visit the garden before we close for the season. If your group is interested in visiting Rivers Run Community Garden, the contact information is included below. Please tell your friends and family about this amazing place where we not only grow fruits and vegetables, but we grow knowledge and friendships. Rivers Run Community Garden is a movement towards improved mental and physical health. We provide all types of workshops, including nutrition, meditation, edible and medicinal wilds identification, planting, building and crafting. We are the outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares, as well as residents and neighbors. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit. Stay. Experience us. Important dates (All are welcome): • Sunday, October 1st starting at 2 p.m. – Bomba on the River • Sunday, October 8th starting at 1 p.m. – Just One Piece • Sunday, October 15th starting at 1 p.m. – Just One Piece • Friday, October 20th & 27th starting at 10 a.m. – Compost Building • Thursday, October 26 – PS 153 4th graders visiting garden (TB confirmed) Rivers Run is open: • Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (or until dusk) • Wednesdays & Fridays, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. • Saturdays & Sundays, 12:00 p.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. To schedule your volunteer hours for September, please email jam239@aol.com and rivers_run@yahoo.com. If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or me at 718-671-3801. —Gail Sharbaan

Building 32 Association

Meeting Our first meeting of the new season is scheduled for October 17 at 7:30 p.m. We have a marvelous guest speaker, Mr. Jerome L. Rice. Mr. Rice is a new director on the Riverbay Board and happens to be in charge of the Security Committee. He is knowledgeable, current in his thinking, and has been active in Coop City for many years. Mr. Rice is also an excellent speaker. This is a meeting you should not miss. Our association room is located in 32B, first floor rear. Our meetings are generally 90 minutes in length. There are door prizes, a fifty-fifty and light refreshments. Mr. Rice will be answering questions, so if you want to find out what is really happening, you owe it to yourself to “Come on down.” Memorial On Friday evening, October 13, the family of the late Dolores Rankin and the Building 32 Association are joining for a Memorial for Ms. Rankin. This would have been her birthday. This will be held in Einstein Center, room 49, between the hours of 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. As Ms. Rankin was so active in many Co-op City organizations, if any individuals or groups want to participate, please contact Ms. Bailey at (718) 379-7754. Everyone is welcome to attend. In addition, Ms. Bailey is trying to locate the sax player who entertained so marvelously at Ms. Rankin’s birthday party. If you know this man, or how to contact him, please get in touch with Ms. Bailey —Lorna Smith

Truman HS

added. “So many Co-op City kids go to elementary and middle schools here; then they leave for high school. We want them to take a second look at us and realize that we really should be their first choice.” Eighth grade students from all New York City Schools, including public, charter and private, are invited to attend the open house events. They’re set for September 30th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., October 22nd from noon to 3 p.m. and November 18th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. No reservations are required. “I’m in my tenth year here and I can easily say that this year is the best yet. You really have to see what’s happening here to believe it,” said Mr. Roush. For more information about Truman, families are invited to visit http://www.bxtrumanhigschool.com or search for Harry S Truman High School on Facebook. Private tours are also available by contacting the school’s guidance department. (Continued from page 4)

Newsong Church

I Love My Church (Part Four) When we read the Bible, we quickly learn that God created us to be relational just like He is. Then God said, “Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness;”-Genesis 1:26 (NASV) The Ten Commandments given to Moses reflect our relationship with God and our relationship with others (See Exodus 20). Later, Jesus told us that the greatest commandment is to Love God & Love our neighbor as ourselves (See Matthew 22); again notice that it’s in the context of relationships. At Newsong Church, we place a high priority on building healthy relationships with one another. We know and understand that meaningful relationships are essential to our walk with Jesus. The problem for most of us is that we cannot form meaningful relationships with other followers of Jesus, during a Sunday church service alone. We need more! How did the early church handle this? “Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Christ”— Acts 5:42 (NIV) The first church didn’t have a building to worship in, so they gathered together in the temple courts outside of the Jewish temple. This would be the equivalent to us gathering on a Sunday morning, worship-

ping God and hearing about His Son Jesus. Notice, however, that the first followers of Jesus didn’t stop there. They also met house to house. It was in these small gatherings where they formed deep relationships with each other, and grew spiritually. Temple Courts (Love God) House to House (Love Others) At Newsong Church, we “Love God” every Sunday through corporate worship, but we “Love Others” house to house in our LifeGroups. Our LifeGroups meet throughout our city, offering us a place to connect with each other. As we form deeper relationships, we realize that our life experiences, both good and bad, can be used to help one another. In Christ, our mess is used in a ministry, our test becomes a testimony of God’s faithfulness. It’s in our LifeGroups that we have each other’s backs, pray for each other, and grow deeper in our faith. At Newsong, we believe that “we’re better when we’re living life together.” For more information about Newsong Church, what we’re all about, and how you can get connected, check out our website, www.newsongchurchnyc.org, or give our church office a call (718-708-8385). Please Note: Due to circumstances beyond our control, our two Sunday services will be held at 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 31. Service times are 10 a.m. & 12 p.m. Hope to see you this Sunday! —Pastor Mike Tolone

Public Safety Report

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You also do not want to ruin evidence, such as fingerprints, before they are collected by the police. As the weather gets warmer, there is an increase in vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Always be alert to driving hazards. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that they expect from motor vehicles. Everyone needs to share the road safely. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State.Always remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious persons or hear suspicious noise coming from you neighbor’s apartment, a burglary could be taking place, notify the authorities. 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. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained. (Continued from page 7)

American Legion Post 1871

Commander TOBA called the meeting to order at 11:10 a.m. with a hand salute to our National Colors that was already posted. Chaplain Norman Thomas gave an Invocation after which Commander led the Pledge of Allegiance in the absence of the Sgt.-at-Arms, and the American Legion Preamble. Adjutant Codrington took attendance, and quorum to continue the meeting was formed. After the welcome address, Commander Toba recognized the tireless service of some comrades, giving out three different awards. The first was the “Certificate of Appreciation” which was given to three comrades – Post Service Officer Richard Lawson Jr., and Comrades Fred Klein and Charles Gregory. These three individuals single-handedly made sure that the Post was put back in order after Riverbay Corp. repainted it and the whole room was a mess. The three of them did more than just an ordinary job. The Commander thanked them for their initiative and selfless service to the Post. The second category of award was tagged “Certificate of Award for Outstanding Accomplishments in Safeguarding the Post.” During the summer period, the Post is always on recess and there was no activity. However, these three individuals always made sure to visit the Post and keep it open every day, even throughout the summer. Because of their resiliency and perseverance, the Post remains open throughout the year. The awards were given to Comrades Fred Klein, Ronald Gantwarg and Chaplain Thomas, who’s always at the Post to make sure that the refrigerator is stuffed

with soda and water for Riverbay workers in the building to cool off whenever the need arises. The last award given out during the September meeting was to Comrade Julius Harrison, a retired Navy veteran for his Community Service in the neighborhood. Comrade Harrison single-handedly committed almost 600 hours of community service into different organizations in one year to include, but not limited to, the American Red Cross, USO and New York Cares. With his singular effort, the commander felt no other way to tell him thank you but to recognize him amongst his colleagues. It was such an awesome moments to share the same organization with these never-give up individuals who have chosen American Legion as a way to continue their services to the nation. As it was announced in the meeting, Post 1871 will be supporting the American Legion Emergency Fund and we will be writing the check in the first week of October. Thus, I am still using this avenue to appeal to comrades and the public to support our kind gesture by donating to the organization. Call the office at 718320-8165 for your donation. Nothing is too small. Finally, Commander TOBA set up a committee to look into the idea of planning our first VETERANS APPRECIATION DINNER for Sunday, November 12. It is the day after our usual Veterans’ Day event and we want to use the occasion to celebrate each other. So, save the date on your calendar, as we will give you more details about the event. —Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown O’toba

Building 30 A and B Association

Hello, everybody! Our first meeting of our building association will be on Wednesday, October 11th. We have much to discuss including collection of candy for Halloween. Our Guest Speaker will be assistant CSO for Section 5 Margaret Echevarria. I tried to get someone from Grounds and Construction to explain why we have so much scaffolding and fencing in Section Five but those in charge are busy this month. The door opens at 7 p.m. with the meeting starting at 7:30 p.m. Dues: This year, the association will place envelops under you door with your building and apartment on them for the dues which is still only $5. We will start collecting dues at our first building meeting. Activities: PoKeno will be on Friday, Oct. 6 at 7:30 p.m. Every Wednesday at 1 p.m. till 3 p.m., we have crochet and games in the association room. To all who are celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and new additions, congratulations. Those who may have suffered a recent loss, our condolences. Those under the weather, get well soon. —Linda Werner

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• ALL HANDYMAN SERVICES • VERTICAL & MINI BLINDS • SINK VANITIES • SPACE SAVERS • MATCHING HAMPERS • BATHTUB ENCLOSURES • CLIP-ON MIRROR FRAMES

Appliance Repair

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into reality. We meet in the Gathering Room in the rear of the B Section. Your community, this community, our community, needs your ideas, your strength and your perseverance. ALL are welcome. Come and bring a friend with you. Be a part of something to change your life and the lives of the people you care about for the better. Floor Captains are an ABSOLUTE NECESSITY IN EVERY BUILDING… All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. CONTACT NUMBERS (FOR YOUR FLOOR ONLY) • LIST ALL EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTE TO EACH NEIGHBOR 2. CO-OP CITY TIMES • PLACE THEM AT EACH APARTMENT DOOR (Delivered on Saturdays) 3. ELEVATOR NOTICES • READ THEM AND TALK TO YOUR NEIGHBORS ABOUT THEM 4. PROMOTE: • MEETINGS, CLUBS AND GATHERINGS 5. ENCOURAGE • YOUR NEIGHBORS TO: • VOTE – VOTE – VOTE! IN THE RIVERBAY ELECTION • MAKE CALLS TO THE RIVERBAY OFFICES • SECURITY 718-671-3050 • CSO OFFICES 718-320-3300 We are dedicated to the self-development and empowerment of every shareholder in CO-OP City. Come join us at Building 21. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals A FORCE FOR GOOD. See you around the neighborhood! —Michelle Marbury

Co-op City Times / September 30, 2017

NYS DIESEL INSPECTION STATION

AUTO DIAGNOSTIC CENTER

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TRANSMISSION OIL CHANGE SPECIAL TUNE-UP Maintain Your Transmission and Prevent Costly Repairs with New Transmission Fluid (Filter and Pan Gasket Additional). Most American Cars. Most Front Wheel and Rear Wheel Drive Vehicles.

MOST AMERICAN 4 CYL. CARS • WITH AD

Synthetic Oil Change Available

NEW VEHICLE WARRANTY SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE •Basic Tune Up •PCV Valve •Cooling System •Antifreeze & Service •Tire Rotation •Clean & Adjust Brakes

•New Spark Plugs •Air Filter •Adjust Idle & Timing •Oil Change & Filter •Transmission Service •Repack Wheel Bearing

159

RADIATOR $ 95 FLUSH 29

• Up to 5 quarts of CASTROL Motor Oil • Premium Oil Filter • Lubrication • INCLUDES Road Test and FREE 21 point Vehicle Inspection.

• Replace with up to 1 Gallon Anti-freeze • Check Belts, Hoses, Clamps, Thermostat MOST CARS

FUEL INJECTION CLEANING

INCREASE YOUR CAR’S PERFORMANCE

3999

DISC or DRUM

Replace pads and/or shoes (semimetallic pads extra). Cut drums or rotors. Repack wheel bearings, inspect hydraulic system. Add fluid if necessary, road test.

Front or Rear Brakes Most American Cars

COMPUTERIZED WHEEL ALIGNMENT

2995

HID HEADLIGHTS 9995

MOST CARS $149.99 INCLUDES INSTALLATION

AXLE SPECIAL

COMPLETE CV AXLE INSTALLED MOST CARS

Most Cars

WE ARE AUTHORIZED GE CAPITAL ARI & PHH DEALERS.

WE HONOR MOST EXTENDED WARRANTY PLANS.

MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8 AM - 6 PM SATURDAY: 8 AM - 3 PM

ELECTRONIC IGNITION TUNE-UP

29 $ 3499 $ 39 99 $

4 cyl

6 cyl

8 cyl

• New Spark Plugs • Adjust Timing & Carb when needed • Inspect Emission Control • Inspect Cables & Hoses • Most American Cars • Foreign Plugs Extra

CAR CARE PACKAGE

Most Cars

Parts Included

BRAKE SPECIAL

(718) 365-5300

Most American Cars (6 cyl. & 8 cyl. Slightly Higher)

Service on Limos & Oversized Vehicles Now Available

NYS INSPECTION STATION

WE DIAGNOSE & REPAIR: • CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS • ELECTRICAL SHORTS

WE NOW SERVICE LARGE VEHICLES: STRETCH LIMOS, TRUCKS, VANS

• Spark Plug Replacement • Oil Change & Filter • 4 Tire Rotation • Drain & Fill Radiator w/up to 1 gal. anti-freeze • Check Thermostat • Complete Vehicle Inspection 6 CYL. & 8 CYL. SLIGHTLY HIGHER

95 5995

Most American Cars

Is Your CHECK ENGINE Light On?

COMPUTERIZED ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC

FREE

INCLUDING PRINTOUT *Most U.S. Cars

*with most Related Repairs. $39.95 Diagnostic only.