Co-op City Times 10/15/16

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Obituary: Ken Thompson, former Riverbay Corp. files lawsuit Co-op City resident and Brooklyn against state supervisory agency for nonperformance of duties District Attorney Vol. 51 No. 42

Saturday, October 15, 2016

BY BILL STUTTIG Greenfield served as an New York City lost Assistant District Attorone of its brightest legal ney under DA Thompstars and Co-op City lost son. one of its most distinIn recalling her boss, guished former residents ADA Greenfield said: as Brooklyn District Att“It was an honor to work orney Ken Thompson for Mr. Thompson. Every lost a short and almost time I ran into him unknown battle with canaround the office, he cer on Sunday, October greeted me with a warm 9th. smile and a handshake, Word started to trickle saying, ‘My girl from DA Ken Thompson in about the unexpected Co-op!’ I wish I had death of the widely respected prosecumore time to get to know Mr. Thomptor on Sunday evening, less than five son, but in the short amount of time that days after he announced that he was we were blessed with his presence, he temporarily leaving the prosecutor’s made such a difference for the people of office to battle the dreaded disease.

New York, and more specifically for the Thompson grew up in Harlem, but people of Brooklyn. He is the epitome moved to Co-op City with his family as of what a pillar of justice is; he exonera young man and lived here well into ated over 20 wrongfully convicted peoadulthood. ple, he made many exemplary changes Another prosecutor who grew up in in our Brooklyn DA’s Office to ensure Co-op City is Shanise Greenfield, the that justice is served and that everyone daughter of Co-op City resident and is seen as an individual and not a statiscurrent Riverbay Assistant Director of tical number.

Parking Facilities Alisa McCluney. Mrs. ADA Greenfield continued: “Mr.

Hot Water Shutdown to Address Cooper Place Leak (Continued on page 4)

Hot water service to Zone 2, which includes the townhouses in Broun Place, Debs Place and Cooper Place, as well as Buildings 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25, will be shut down from 11 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 19 to 7 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 21 to address the leak in the underground piping at Cooper Place.

Cold water, heat, electricity and elevators will not be affected by this shutdown, only hot water.

During the repair, the team will do a root cause analysis to determine the reason that the first attempt to repair the leak was not successful.

While we know this is an inconvenience to our shareholders, we appreciate your patience and cooperation as we continue to do our best to repair the leak.

—Riverbay Power Plant

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Riverbay Corporation filed a lawsuit in state Supreme Court against the New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) on Friday, October 7, alleging, among other things, that the supervisory agency for the state MitchellLama program failed to properly supervise and investigate the development’s former management and abdicated its responsibility to protect affordable housing.

The lawsuit, which also names Mark Colon, president of the Office of Housing Preservation within HCR, and Riverbay’s former management company, Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. (MSI), was filed by Riverbay’s General Counsel Jeffrey Buss and Nancy Durand of the law firm Smith, Buss & Jacobs.

The complaint asks the court to vacate HCR’s determination that MSI was terminated as of May 31, 2015 as arbitrary, capricious and contrary to law; to establish November 19th, 2014 — the date that MSI was suspended and stopped providing any services to Riverbay – as the legal termination date; to compel HCR to complete its investigation of MSI; and to issue a public report of its findings.

The lawsuit charges that despite a Board Resolution, repeated written requests from Riverbay’s president for assistance, and written assurances from HCR that the matter was “serious” and was being investigated, HCR ultimately failed to investigate MSI’s employment and management practices, exposing both Riverbay and other Mitchell-Lama developments managed by MSI to similar problems.

Those “problems,” as stated in the complaint, included MSI’s improper employment practices that led to the $40 million Ramirez v. Riverbay class action lawsuit; failure of MSI to secure adequate insurance coverage to indemnify Riverbay for all claims resulting from various matters, “including breach of contract by MSI;” failure

BY ROZAAN BOONE

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Friends & Family Day Celebration is today

Come to the Dreiser auditorium at 1 p.m. today, Saturday, Oct. 15, for the 21st annual celebration of Friends & Family Day, sponsored by the Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations. Admission is free.

This is wholesome entertainment for the whole family and an afternoon well spent with neighbors. Come on out and join the celebration!

Coffee with a Cop in Dreiser Center

Buildings 26B, 27A 28B 29C & 30B to be inspected

Local Law 11 work continues Monday

The second group of Local Law 11 inspections of the community’s balconies and facades will begin with another set of buildings in Section 5 this coming Wednesday, October 19, weather permitting.

Inspections will be conducted in Building #26B for apartments along the B & A lines in the front; in Building #27A, G & F lines in the front; Building #28B, the B & A apartments in the front; Building #29C, apartments along the F & G lines in the front and lastly, Building #30B, apartments along the D & E lines, also in the front.

Riverbay’s management advises shareholders to be aware that workers will be outside their windows and to keep their blinds closed for privacy.

During the inspections, Riverbay construction staff and engineers from Merritt

BY ROZAAN BOONE

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Chief Frank Apollo, commanding officer of the Department of Public Safety (left), engages residents in dialogue as the department brought its popular Coffee with a Cop program to the Dreiser Community Center on Thursday morning. A similar event, whereby residents get the chance to talk one-on-one with officers and supervisors over coffee, will be brought to the Bartow Community Center in the near future.

Photo by Bill Stuttig

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HCR lawsuit

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of MSI to publicly bid and secure Board ‘serious allegations’ against the managing approval for “insurance contracts with agent and that DHCR would conduct and premiums averaging $8.3 Million dolcomplete an investigation into MSI’s mislars per year,” which the lawsuit states, conduct and take appropriate action,” is not only a breach of MSI’s contract according to a letter from HCR attached with Riverbay, but also a violation of as an exhibit to the suit filed in state HCR’s regulations [9 NYCRR § 1728Supreme Court last Friday.

4]; failure of MSI to secure “a $10M The petition, also noted that, in a fidelity bond, as required by both May 28, 2016 letter to Riverbay, Mr. DHCR regulations [9 NYCRR § 1729Colon of HCR stated that “MSI’s con1.2(a) (2)] and the loan agreement with duct was being investigated by RiverWells Fargo, guaranteed by HUD, bay’s General Counsel and ‘in order not SONYMA and NYC HDC;” use of a to duplicate efforts, DHCR would Riverbay employee to negotiate and review [General Counsel’s] findings evaluate insurance products for the benand decide on further action once your efit of MSI and other non-Riverbay investigation was completed’.” properties managed by MSI; and refusal However, HCR has not yet publicly of MSI to share in the $8 million cost to disclosed the results of their investigadefend and to settle the employment tion or issued a response to the Riverlawsuit which had to be raised through a bay General Counsel investigation.

4.5% carrying charge increase to shareInstead, HCR stated that the hiring of holders of Co-op City, many of whom Douglas Elliman absolved HCR of the are elderly and on fixed incomes. need to release the results of their invesThe petition states that DHCR’s own tigation or to determine whether MSI regulations provide that the Riverbay has mismanaged Riverbay.

Board has a responsibility to its cooperThe petition states: “Notwithstanding ators to ensure “the most economical 400 pages of overwhelming documentary operation of the development in order evidence of MSI’s misconduct, DHCR to obtain the lowest possible carrying took no action against MSI; failed upon charge,” [9 NYCRR § 1725-2.3]…and information and belief, to even interview that further, under the common law of MSI’s principals; ignored federal Court New York, “corporate directors have a decisions that MSI had violated federal fiduciary duty to protect the corporation and state employment laws relating to the and its shareholders from waste; to payment of wages and overtime; and ensure that corporate policies and ignored documentary evidence that MSI employment practices are conducted in had repeatedly violated DHCR’s own a lawful manner; and to ensure corporegulation.” rate finances and assets are preserved.”

“Then, on August 15, 2016, almost two As a result, when the board learned years after DHCR received actual notice about these violations, “it had a fiduciof the employment problems resulting ary duty to take action to protect the from MSI’s management of Riverbay, cooperative.” federal magistrate [Robert] Levy issued According to the October 7, 2016 a written opinion certifying a collective petition filed by Riverbay, HCR’s action against Rochdale Village and MSI refusal to act in this case, “exposed a on behalf of approximately 500 employscare public resource to financial injury, ees,” the Riverbay petition says, referand, …. left Riverbay defenseless.” encing the Morales v. Rochdale Village In addition to outlining the employemployment lawsuit that seeks in excess ment and business practices of MSI in of $15 million in damages. the Riverbay Board’s initial corresponAlso being contested in this case by dence to HCR dated November 6, 2014, Riverbay is the date that HCR deterthe board also requested “immediate mined as the official termination date of assistance and guidance in resolving MSI – May 31, 2015, six months after serious problems with Marion Scott Real the actual date of MSI’s suspension by Estate, Inc....” In that letter, Riverbay the Riverbay Board. asked HCR to “review this matter and The Riverbay petition states that June take appropriate action against Marion 10th Determination is further flawed by Scott,” and to respond “within one week.” its finding that May 31, 2015 is an Riverbay sent several additional letters appropriate date to terminate MSI’s conto HCR, apprising them of new discovertract because HCR arbitrarily deteries and asking HCR to terminate MSI. At mined that such date is “consistent with one point, HCR responded that they were the time that it should have reasonably “conducting an investigation of Riverbay’s taken Riverbay to select a new manage-

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ment agent.”

“Aside from the fact that there is no evidence in the record to support this assumption, the determination is not based upon DHCR’s regulations.”

In addition to Riverbay’s October 7, 2016 lawsuit against HCR, MSI previously sued Riverbay seeking to be reinstated as managing agent, and requesting money damages equal to the monthly fee they would have earned under their contract up to the date that the contract was terminated by HCR. Riverbay is represented in that lawsuit by the law firm of Schlam Stone and Dolan. In that lawsuit, a different judge denied MSI’s request to be reinstated, but ruled that MSI had a right to recover money damages, in an

amount to be determined at a hearing, limited by the date that its contract was terminated by HCR. Attorneys Tom Kissane and Michael Battle, Riverbay’s attorneys in the other action, have appealed Judge Wooten’s decision arguing that the decision was premature because discovery of facts in the case had not yet been conducted.

The two sides are in mediation and if there is no resolution, the judge will appoint a special referee to determine the amount of MSI’s claim.

A determination has not yet been made by Judge Wooten on Riverbay’s countersuit against MSI for more than $7 million in damages. These claims are still in discovery.

Thank you, volunteers!

A hearty “thank you” to the volunteers who worked tirelessly to ensure the success of the 5th Annual Co-op City College, Career & Resource Fair, held last Saturday, October 8.

CO-OP CITY FOOT CARE CENTER SECTION 5 • BUILDING 29C 4240 HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY EAST

(718) 671-2233 DR. LOUIS JACOBS, DIRECTOR ALL FOOT CONDITIONS TREATED The in-office surgical correction of BUNIONS • HAMMERTOES • INGROWN TOENAILS PAINFUL CORNS and CALLOUSES The treatment of traumatic foot injuries, heel spurs, bursitis and arthritis of the joints of the feet, toenail and skin infections, as well as other conditions.

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We participate in Postal Workers, Mail Handlers, Letter Carriers, Verizon Workers, 1199, GHI, Blue Shield, Empire Plan, Medicare, Travelers, United Health Care and many other union and major medical plans.

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Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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“Coffee with a Cop” comes to Dreiser

BY BILL STUTTIG

Combing Co-op City Find out what’s going on in Co-op City here...

Screening of film on Co-op City on Oct. 24 The screening of “City In A City,” a documentary about life in Co-op City, will be held on Monday, Oct. 24 at 7 p.m. in room 31 of the Bartow Community Center. Admission is free and all are invited.

There will also be a panel discussion and a showcase of rare photos and archival footage, as well as compelling stories about Co-op City.

Councilman King’s Townhall Meeting in Co-op City

Approximately 50 shareholders ranging from about 20 to 80 years old came to Dreiser Community Center Thursday morning to share coffee, donuts, and ideas with the commanders and officers of the Co-op City Public Safety Department.

The 90-minute long program entitled Coffee with a Cop, was the second such event held in Co-op City – this first being in Section 5 in August. It featured more than a dozen Public Safety supervisors and officers, each sitting around a table with a half dozen or so residents listening to concerns and exchanging ideas for improving the community’s quality of life over a cup of coffee and some donuts.

“In my own personal experience,” said Chief Frank Apollo, “some of the most meaningful and productive conversations in my life have been over a cup of coffee, so, with that in mind, we have extended an invitation to the community to come and enjoy some coffee with us as we try to get to know each other a little better.”

A similar event will be hosted in the

New York City Councilman Andy King will be hosting a townhall meeting in Co-op City on Wednesday evening, Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium for his constituents in the 12th Council District.

If you have relevant questions and concerns to bring to the councilman’s attention, please attend. Come early so you can get a good seat.

For more information, please contact Councilman King’s district office at (718) 684-5509/5511.

Volunteers wanted for Halloween Haunted House The Riverbay Community Relations Department is looking for volunteers to help build the Halloween Haunted House and to give the kids a good scare!

If you’re interested in being a builder and/or scarer, you can sign up by calling (718) 320-3300, ext.

3500, or by emailing lpeters@riverbaycorp.com for more information.

The Haunted House will be built on Saturday, Oct. 22 at 4 p.m. in room 28 of the Bartow Community Center. If you have skills and can give a few hours of your time, it would be a long way in helping to make this Halloween special for our young people.

Joyful Sukkot wishes to all.

Bartow Community Center in the near future and the idea of holding a Coffee with a Cop program in the evening or on a weekend is also being discussed as a way to give students and working people a chance to speak.

Julia Pabon, a townhouse resident said: “This a good idea because the officers are getting in touch with the people. Personally speaking, I am asking for more visibility around the townhouses, but overall I really have no problems with Public Safety. They are nice and they do a good job.”

Jeffrey Schwartz, president of the Building 6 Association, said he came to Coffee with a Cop to represent the building and bring attention to its problems. “We have had assaults in our building, people sleeping in the staircases, sleeping in the hallways, and people on the roof. I am here to ask

said. “People don’t follow the signs about which way to go. Parking is a big issue and people get hot tempered so that needs to be monitored more closely.”

Shirley Johnson of Section 2 said: “This is a great idea. It give the community an opportunity to ask questions and find out what is being done about issues that they are aware of. It should be done more often, quite frankly, maybe more in the evening to allow more people to attend and get involved a little bit more and find out what they should know.”

Coffee with a Cop is an initiative that started a few years ago in other communities in this nation, but over the last few months, as relations between the communities and police have become strained and adversarial in many cities due to some recent violent and deadly confrontations, many local questions like whether they are doing police departments have been turning vertical patrols because people in my towards this initiative as a way to building say they are not doing that,” improve communication, strengthen the he said. necessary partnership between the community and police, and reduce any Tahir Manning of Building 4A said: growing animosity.

“I would like to see a chance for more “My entire 30 year career as a police youth here and bring younger ideas to the table. Young people are officer in Co-op City, and especially seeing police brutality in since I became chief seven years ago, general in the digital age has centered on the philosophy of comso I think they need to munity policing and how building reladirect things more towards tionships with the community one perto youth. I will say, howson at a time is essential to being effecever, that I think Public tive both as an officer and as a departSafety does an excellent ment,” said Chief Apollo.

“When the relationship between the job, but I thought more community and the police becomes NYPD officers would be adversarial, then neither functions well. here. Public Safety needs We have always strived to build ongoto bring this idea to the ing communication with community NYPD and get them leaders and members because we need involved.”

Barbara Rose said she feels the emphasis needs to be more on the threat of terrorism coming to communities like Co-op City.

“We should have extra patrols,” Ms. Rose said. “ISIS is setting off explosions in the communities and we need to be more aware.”

Guilio DiVito, the owner of Capri Pizza in the Dreiser Shopping Center, said: “I would like to see more officers around the stores especially after the schools let out. There seems to be a lot of congregating going around. their input and their help in order to do But overall, things have gotten a lot better. I have our jobs and serve the community as it been here 41 years and I should be served.” am pleased with the PubCoffee with a Cop is an initiative lic Safety in general.” supported by the United States DepartEva Lazaar of the ment of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services.

Broun Place Townhouse “This program aims to advance the Association said that practice of community policing through traffic safety in the Barimproving relationships between police tow Shopping Center officers and community members, one parking lot needs to be cup of coffee at a time,” said Chief improved. “There needs Apollo. to be more signage,” she

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Thompson

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Thompson was the first boss that has truly believed in me and my capabilities as a investigation ordered by then President Clinton of the 1993 raid on David Koresh and young Assistant District Attorney working for him and I the Branch Davidian Compound in Waco, Texas. respect him to the umpteenth degree. I thank Mr. After serving as a federal prosecutor, Mr. Thompson Thompson for giving me a chance to live my dream of worked at a prominent international law firm. He then becoming an Assistant District Attorney and I am proud co-founded his own firm, where he represented victims to be a part of the legacy he created in the borough of of pregnancy discrimination, as well as those who had Brooklyn. Rest in peace, DA Thompson. It has truly been subjected to unlawful prejudice due to their race, gender, age, religion, or sexual orientation. been an honor and a pleasure to work for you.”

Former Co-op City Times editor John Roche rememMr. Thompson also worked with members of Conbers DA Thompson as a young federal prosecutor who gress and the clergy to convince the U.S. Department of played a key role in convicting the officers responsible Justice to reinvestigate the 1955 murder of 14-year-old for the horrific attack on Abner Louima in Brooklyn in Emmett Till in Mississippi.

1997. Thompson gave the opening statement in the trial District Attorney Thompson was born and raised in that convicted one of the officers responsible for the Harlem before moving to Co-op City. His mother, Clara, attack. But Mr. Roche, while remembering that, prefers a Co-op City resident, was one of the first female police officers in the New York City Police Department to to simply remember Mr. Thompson as a young prosecupatrol the streets in 1973, and she went on to serve as a torial star who kept his word to a reporter from a small weekly newspaper from his home community. member of the NYPD for 21 years.

Mr. Roche recalled: “In 1999, I was writing for the In a short statement, the New York City Bar Association Co-op City Times when I found out that a young attorney DA Ken Thompson (c) with former Co-op City resi- said of DA Thompson: “His too-short tenure as District on the federal prosecution team in the Abner Louima dent, Assistant DA Shanise Greenfield and her hus- Attorney in Brooklyn was one of enormous impact that will trial grew up in Co-op City. I tracked down his mother, band, Rohan. continue to reverberate beyond our city. His commitment to and eventually got through to him. When I asked for a story, he said he couldn’t civil rights and justice, evident in his conscientious reinvestigations on behalf of the wrongfully convicted, will serve as a model for prosecutors for years to come.” talk to me while the trial was going on, but he would give me an interview as soon Mr. Thompson would occasionally return to this community to make appearas it ended. I hung up and distinctly remember saying, ‘Yeah, right’ out loud.

“A month later, just two hours after the trial ended, that young attorney, Ken ances on behalf of some of the community’s civic organizations. Board director Thompson, who played a key role in the Louima trial by presenting the opening stateFrancine Reva Jones recalled one such recent appearance in her viewpoint this ment, showed up in my tiny basement office to deliver on his promise. The national week: “It was only a year and a half ago that DA Thompson addressed the Co-op City community… for Black History Month. He recalled frequenting Cappy’s and media had to wait to speak to him until he spoke with me for an article in a weekly playing on the Little League team. He was a paper boy in Building 11. He could community newspaper in the Bronx. In fact, he was headed straight to CNN from my not play basketball very well, so he read lots of books. He addressed the youth that office. Obviously, Ken Thompson went on to have a pretty impressive, at times controversial, career, topped off with his election as Brooklyn DA. But I’ll always day when he said that, ‘God has a plan for your life. You have greatness within you. remember him as a man who kept his word to an ink-stained local newspaper reporter.” You must be true to yourself.’”

A home going service for Mr. Ken Thompson will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Mr. Thompson’s counterpart in the Bronx, District Attorney Darcel Clark, who today, Saturday, October 15, 2016 at the Christian Cultural Center, 12020 Flatshares many of DA Thompson’s progressive ideas, such as the “Begin Again” prolands Avenue in Brooklyn. gram which allows people with outstanding warrants to come forward and argue for the forgiveness of those alleged past transgressions, said on Monday, “In his short tenure, he was in the vanguard of a new approach to criminal justice, with initiatives such as the Conviction Review Unit and the ‘Begin Again’ program that I and other prosecutors have emulated. Ken Thompson was a dedicated public servant, and I was privileged to learn much from him during the last year while we served together as District Attorneys in the City of New York. I shall forever be grateful to him for his counsel, friendship and words of wisdom. May God bless him and his family in this time of sorrow, and may his family find some comfort in his splendid legacy.”

That legacy included two years as Brooklyn’s District Attorney, the first African• Practicing in Co-op City since American to be elected to that position in 2013, being sworn-in in 2014.

1975 Having campaigned for that position on the promise to restore confidence in the criminal justice system, District Attorney Thompson established a model Conviction Review Unit which, in three years, moved to vacate or support the dismissal of • Board Certified in Foot Surgery the convictions of 21 people who were wrongfully convicted of murder and other offenses. In 2014, District Attorney Thompson implemented a groundbreaking pol• ALL conditions of the foot icy not to prosecute low-level marijuana possession arrests, in order to spare young treated people from the burden of a criminal record.

More recently, his office successfully pushed for the conviction of Police Offi• We accept most health cer Peter Liang, who was accused of manslaughter for accidently, but fatally, insurance plans shooting an African-American man while on patrol in a stairwell in an East New York housing development. In a very controversial move, after his office secured the conviction, DA Thompson recommended to the court that the convicted officer • Participating in the Medicare not receive any jail time for his grievous mistake.

Diabetic Shoe Program Prior to serving as a federal prosecutor with the Eastern District of New York, Mr. Thompson also served as a Special Assistant to the U.S. Treasury Department Under• Evening and Saturday secretary for Enforcement in Washington, D.C., and in the General Counsel’s Office appointments at the Treasury. He was on the team of lawyers and federal agents that conducted the

DR. LEWIS WOLSTEIN Podiatrist — Foot Specialist

Tour de Bronx next Sunday The Tour de Bronx, the largest free cycling event in New York State, will be held next Sunday, October 23.

This year, the event has a new starting point —Harris Field, Bedford Park Boulevard West.

To register, visit www. ilovethebronx.com and click on the link for “Happenings.”

Dr. Lewis Wolstein

Call:

“Se Habla Español”

718.671.7226 100 DeKruif Place

Building 8 • Ground Floor Section 1 • Co-op City • Bronx, NY 10475

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HAPPENING in Co-op City!

Trip to National Museum of African-American History and Culture

Two charter buses filled with cooperators and friends traveled from Co-op City to Washington D.C. on September 23rd for the grand opening of the National Museum of African-American History and Culture. The trip also included a tour of the White House and a visit to the Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival in Annapolis, Maryland. It was a fantastic experience. All Americans should visit the museum.

DEDICATED INSTRUCTORS…At the African-American Association meeting last Tuesday, the class instructors spoke about their specialties. From L-R above are: Cynthia, Line Dancing, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Einstein Center and Thursdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center; Marie, Zumba, Saturday mornings, Dreiser Center; Xonia, Belly Dancing, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Dreiser Center; Meena, Yoga & Pilates, Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m. and Saturday mornings, Dreiser Center. (Not shown: Keith, Salsa Dancing, Saturdays, 10 a.m., Dreiser Center). For additional information, call 718-379-5555. Your body will be happy after taking classes with these experienced instructors.

Blood Bank Coming Next Saturday, October 22nd Please Donate, Blood is Urgently Needed The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be holding its bi-annual blood drive in one week in the Bartow Community Center with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation.

The blood drive will be held Saturday, October 22, in the Bartow Community Center, room 31, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs. and who has not donated within the last 56 days is an eligible blood donor. Those above the age of 75 may donate providing they have a note from their doctor stating that they may do so. Individuals 16 years of age may also donate providing they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at www.nybloodcenter.org.

Also available will be the use of the Alyx System should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood, the difference being that as you donate, the Alyx System will separate your blood components into two, allowing two

persons the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your one donation. The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer when donating, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conventional method. The choice is yours, you will be asked at the time of registration as to which type donation you wish to make, the conventional method or by using the Alyx System. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have.

Registration is now automated and quicker than before; please bring your past donor card which will assist you in the registration process. For those who may not have a past donor card, we will assist you through the registration process. All donors must be able to show picture ID and provide their Social Security number. Donating blood is relatively quick and easy.

Most persons who are in reasonably good health are eli-

gible to donate; even those on medications may donate with few exceptions. Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility, you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1-800-688-0900.

Please be sure to eat prior to donating. Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation.

Close to 2,000 men, women and children, including cancer, transplant and surgery patients, trauma victims, newborn babies and many more in our community need blood transfusions each day.

Please be a caring person and donate the life you help to save may be that of a family member, friend or neighbor. For additional information, please contact Joe Boiko at 718-320-3300, ext. 3409.

“Live and Let Live is Good – Live and Help Live is Better.”

–Joe Boiko

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Letters to the Editor

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

• –the•authenticity – • – •of–the•– • – Anonymous •– – •Letters – • cannot – • –exceed • – 350 •–words.

• – Ideally, • – they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Thank you, Mr. Taylor To the Editor: I have a lot of respect for Cleve Taylor and I wish him all the best in the future. He always treated me with a great deal of respect and listened to what I had to say. He didn’t always

agree with me, but he always gave me the chance to speak my mind.

When I brought up the idea of creating a separate Disabilities and Accommodations Committee, he knew exactly what I was talking about and, together

with Linda Berk, made it happen.

I will always be grateful to him for that.

He did a good job in the position of Riverbay President.

—John Rose

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Jim Roberts Business Manager

Correction In the Saturday, October 6, 2016 issue of the Co-op City Times, it was reported that director Leslie Peterson is serving her fourth term on the Riverbay Board. She is currently serving her fourth year on the Riverbay Board of Directors.

We apologize for the error.

Jennifer Piovanetti Operations Manager

Ralph Henriquez Production Manager

Board of Directors’ Meeting - October 12, 2016 Second Reading #16-60 SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Pastor Deborah Jenkins BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: October 13th, 2016 WHEREAS, Sandra A. Sanchez and Richard Diaz have requested a lease renewal from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 2093 Bartow Avenue (412 sq. ft.) Bronx, New York, to be used as a barber shop; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease

is ten years with one five year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #9544; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 2093 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Sandra A. Sanchez and Richard Diaz, Tenants, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as sub-

mitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Graham, Jenkins, Johnson, Jones, Leslie, Peterson, Sampson, Smith, Saunders, Taylor, Turner, Williams PASSED

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

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic.

Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication.

Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

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Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 27 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.

Building 27

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

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Dec. 31, 2016

Dec. 31, 2019

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Public Safety Report

CCPD: When to call 9-1-1 or Public Safety for emergencies

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges residents to make sure that all members of their household know when and how to call 9-1-1, (718) 671-3050 for Public Safety or the proper number for other situations. Young children have been known to have made life saving calls to 9-1-1. It is also important to keep important, non-emergency numbers accessibly stored in or near your telephone.

Calls to 9-1-1 for situations that are not emergencies can result in persons with life or death emergencies being delayed in receiving the help they need.

9-1-1 was established in 1968 as a Universal Emergency Number. In most areas of the United States and Canada, 9-1-1 will put you in contact with the police, fire or ambulance help that you require. When traveling, check local phone books to make certain 9-1-1 is the correct emergency number. In some areas of Canada, the number could be 9-9-9. Also check if the telephone you are calling from requires a prefix before dialing, for example dialing the number 9 for an outside line from a hotel or office telephone. It may sound like a joke, but make sure you know the number to 91-1 for any location you may travel to.

Calling 9-1-1 can be stressful and may seem overwhelming at first, but knowing what to expect can make the call go smoothly. Staying calm is most important. Know the location of the emergency and the number you are calling from. Provide the dispatcher with any pertinent information, including descriptions or direction of flight of any criminals. For medical emergencies, be prepared with information regarding medications taken. Never hang up until directed to do so by the dispatcher. The dispatcher may pause to get the information out to the responding units. Also be prepared to take directions from the dispatcher; they may be able to provide you with life-saving tips to use until help arrives. Visit the website www.firstaid.about.com for useful information about when and how to call 9-1-1.

Very young children can be taught when and how to call 9-1-1. A recent event in the news shows that very young children are highly capable of making a life saving call to 9-1-1. There are recorded instances of children as young as 2 years old effectively calling 91-1 and receiving life saving help. It is essential that children are aware of what type of emergency requires calling 9-1-1. Calling 9-1-1 because you cannot find your favorite toy is not appropriate. Visit the website www.kidshealth.org for activities for children to familiarize them with when and how to call 9-1-1.

When in Co-op City, also call the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 in addition to 9-1-1 for all emergencies. In Co-op City, call (718) 320-3300 for the main Riverbay switchboard during regular business hours; every Riverbay department can be accessed by this number. In New York City, call 3-1-1 for any nonemergency issues; all New York City agencies can be accessed from this number. From telephones outside the City of New York, 3-1-1 service can be accessed by dialing (212) 639-9675. It is important to save the use of emergency numbers for true emergencies. 3-1-1 and the www.nyc.gov website are available for matters that are important, but not emergencies.

Remember, if you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle, designate a driver who will not drink or call a taxi. Also be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the (Continued on page 30)

BY LT. PAM APOLLO

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Barbara Penn at Bpenn@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 There are no contract opportunities to list this week. Please check back again next week.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES CO-OP CITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

PEACE OFFICER THE CO-OP CITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY WILL BE OFFERING AN ENTRANCE EXAMINATION FOR THE ABOVE POSITION Test Date: Saturday December 3, 2016

Time: 10:00 AM

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS AT TIME OF APPLICATION AND APPOINTMENT Applicants must meet the following requirements:

Not Be Convicted of any Crime(s) Be 21 Years of Age or older Be a High School Graduate (Diploma or GED) Possess a valid NY State Drivers License AT TIME OF APPLICATION (no restrictions or serious traffic violations within the past 5 years) Be a Citizen of the United States Reside in New York City within the 5 boroughs (NOTE: The address you provide on your application MUST be the address on your NYS Drivers License) Be In good physical condition Qualify for high level security and character clearance Previous applicants for this position will be required to re-file

Applicants will be required to pass:

Written Examination (4 Part) Physical Agility Test Panel Interview Psychological Examination Complete Medical Examination including Drug Screening Criminal Background History Check Driver License Review

Upon appointment candidates must successfully pass:

Co-op City Department of Public Safety Training Academy New York City Police Department Special Patrolman Background Investigation New York City Police Department Firearms Background Investigation

Applicants must apply in person with a valid NYS Drivers License at: 2049 Bartow Avenue Bronx, NY 10475 Room 28 Application Filing Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays - (from 2 P.M. to 8 P.M.) - Nov 2nd through Nov 21st Saturdays (from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M.) Nov 5th, Nov 12th, Nov 19th

A non-refundable test processing fee of $35.00 will be required upon filing of application.

(Money Order

- Payable to: Riverbay Corporation) Processing fee will be waived for current Riverbay Employees & Co-op City Residents upon verification.

Starting Salary approximately $40,000, Paid Pension and Liberal Benefits Package

RIVERBAY CORPORATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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We Serve at the Pleasure of our Community

Director’s Viewpoint

Linda Berk

First Vice President When I was encouraged to run for the Riverbay Board of Directors, I took a couple of years to consider running. Being on the Board of Directors is a responsibility not to be taken lightly. It is a responsibility to the 15,372 homes in this community.

The shareholders have said “thank you” for holding our previous managing agent responsible for failing to do their job properly. They have asked over and over for us to hold executives and staff responsible. One of the biggest complaints shareholders have expressed to me is that we should get rid of nepotism and cronyism.

That’s not an unreasonable expectation! Management is working with the board to ensure we are maximizing our efficiency and staffing the corporation in the most effective way. We are evaluating our business model and making sure it is productive and supportive of the community, from resident services to employment opportunities for all shareholders.

Success is a Tough Road to Hoe This current Board has made progress in the past two years because we were able to make tough decisions. Having the strength to make the tough calls has provided this community with progress we could only dream of accomplishing before 2014. We did it as a board that worked together, under strong leadership.

Co-op City has experienced many improvements in recent years, but there is more work ahead. We need to upgrade our lobbies, untouched in over 35 years. We need to upgrade the Dreiser Center auditorium before it falls down around us! This facility should not only be

the jewel in our crown, it should be a revenue-generating department for Riverbay. Right now, it is only an embarrassment.

There will be a lot of tough decisions before us in the near future. We need to continue to be creative and forward-thinking as we catch up with the rest of the business world. We will need to continue to work together and maintain a commitment to doing the right thing. The Board is determined to be transparent and accountable. Our new management understands that the history of Co-op City will not allow the Board of Directors to be complacent. It is important that we all recognize that the Board must vet, query and, where necessary, challenge the issues brought before the Board. If recent history has not taught us anything, it has taught this Board not to accept everything on face value. We will continue to pay into the future for the bad decisions of the past. However, we, as a community, can no longer afford to do that.

I am a firm believer that as directors of the Riverbay Board, we owe our community the best that we can give. I believe it is every director’s responsibility that we hold each other accountable. The Board of Directors is not a social club. We work hard and have worked exceptionally hard in the past two years. When elected to the Board, I had no idea I would end up spending two and three nights a week at board business meetings, committee meetings and the management meetings. We have grown into a board widely respected by the community and regulatory agencies. I would like to maintain that respect.

Haitian Relief Sadly, in Haiti, nearly 1,000 people lost their lives and tens of thousands of men, women and children are homeless with outbreaks of cholera claiming more

lives, all because of Hurricane Matthew’s trail of destruction.

The New York area was fortunate and escaped any threat of Matthew. We can provide support to those less fortunate in Haiti by donating clothing, shoes, sanitary and medical supplies, and personal hygiene items like toothbrushes and toothpaste. Currently, the African-American Association is assisting in the collection of these items in conjunction with the National Action Network. You can drop your items off on Mondays and Wednesdays from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. We have discussed the possibility of the Riverbay Corporation providing a relief option for shareholders as well.

As soon as we know the details, we will get the information out to the community. In the meantime, let us keep those who have experienced the devastation of Hurricane Matthew, from the Caribbean to North Carolina, in our prayers. We never know when and where misfortune may strike. To those whom much is given, much is expected!

Thank you for your continued support!

I continue to be interested in your thoughts and ideas. Please contact me at Riverbay Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or Lberk@riverbayboard.com.

Get involved!

Co-op City is your home. If you have talents, knowledge and expertise that can be helpful and improve the quality of life in Co-op City, share your ideas. Join a Board committee, write to Riverbay’s management or pen a letter to the editor.

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Local Law 11 Engineering Consultants have to gain access to at least 10% of the apartments in each line in each building. It is anticipated that one building per day will be addressed. All balconies and railings will be inspected during the course of the inspections.

In addition to inspecting the balconies and railings, workers will also conduct scaffolding drop inspections on the exterior of each building to examine the masonry work on the structure’s facades and note any loose and/or cracking concrete so those items can be addressed concurrently.

“We are currently making phone calls to make sure we will have access to the required number of balconies in each building type,” said Mark Warren, Assistant General Manager for Construction. “Once we are on one balcony, we will be looking at least one or two balconies up and down to see if there is any-

Cooperator Money-Saving Program update The Community Relations Committee is still investigating the money-saving ideas that cooperators submitted for consideration.

The committee is working diligently and will update both the shareholders who took the time to send in their suggestions and the community as soon as that process has been completed.

In the meantime, the committee extends its appreciation for your patience.

Elderly woman found deceased by firefighters responding to kitchen fire in Building 30A An elderly woman was found unresponsive by firefighters called to the scene to fight a kitchen fire in her home of the 13th floor of Building 30A Tuesday morning.

According to a Public Safety report on the incident, firefighters made the discovery of the unresponsive woman immediately upon arriving to fight the kitchen fire. The unresponsive woman was discovered in a room in her home that was not burning, according to Public Safety.

Paramedics were called to the scene and the woman was removed from the home where attempts to revive her through cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was performed repeatedly. She was then transported by ambulance to Jacobi Medical Center where she was pronounced deceased.

In the meantime, firefighters quickly brought the kitchen fire under control and the fire damage was contained to the kitchen with some smoke and water damage to other parts of the apartment.

Elevator service in the building had to be temporarily halted as the fire was being extinguished due to the excess fire hose water entering the elevator shafts. Elevator service was restored later that afternoon and Public Safety officers stayed on hand in the building in the interim to assist residents in walking up stairs. The building association room was also opened to give affected neighbors a place to stay during the fire and in its aftermath. The only other reported damage was to the front door of a neighboring apartment as officers forced entry to possibly alert occupants of the home to the danger next door.

The damage to the front door lock was repaired by Riverbay later that day, according to the report.

—Bill Stuttig

If you SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING! Call Co-op City Public Safety

718-671-3050

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thing of concern, and at the same time, we’ll have a crew of masons to manage any major issues that may arise while we are on the site.”

Mr. Warren explained that based on the conditions of the balconies and buildings, brick and concrete work will be necessary to address repairs and compliance with the law to ensure the safety of Co-op City shareholders.

Local Law 11 requires that all exterior walls and attached appurtenances of all buildings that are greater than six stories high be inspected at least once every five years to ensure it is in safe condition. This year’s inspections in Co-op City began on September 26 with Buildings 31-34 & 35 in Section 5. The last such inspection took place in Co-op City during the 2011/2012 cycle.

“This phase of the Local Law 11 process will be

deemed completed in February of next year,” said Warren. “Thereafter, the Local Law inspections will continue throughout the rest of the campus’ towers starting in February of 2017.”

Once the work is completed development-wide, Merritt Engineering Consultants will provide both Riverbay and the New York City Department of Buildings with a report.

“After that, we will have to develop a more detailed scope of repairs whereby teams will be available to address any safety issues which we will then have five years to address until the next cycle of Local Law 11 kicks in again,” Warren said.

Please Refrain From Littering.

Keep Co-op City Clean! Thank you!

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Director’s Viewpoint

Deborah Jenkins Treasurer It has been a pleasure serving under the leadership of Cleve Taylor. He will be missed, as his knowledge is holistic and has served our community well. I would like to reassure the community that he leaves the Board in the capable hands of those you elected and that we will continue the good work he started and go forward.

Updates Contracts and Compliance Committee: I am taking a very careful look at the current procurement policies and procedures and will be making what I believe will be landmark policy recommendations to the board.

Our committee is a committee of well-informed cooperators and I believe our work will ultimately save our community in unnecessary expenses in the contracting and purchasing process. We are just getting underway.

Stay tuned for additional details.

Youth Committee: I am seeking cooperators who are interested in working with me on the Youth Committee. There are no restrictions, but it would be great to have members who currently work within our community with our young people. I have an ambitious goal and really need volunteers interested in the well-being of the children and their families to make it happen.

If that's you, please email me at djenkins@riverbayboard.com. We will meet 4th Mondays at 7 p.m.

Labor Relations Committee: I am pleased to share with the community that the first round of Succession Planning has been completed. The Human Resources Director has put a lot of time into developing a prelimi-

Board in Transition nary plan with Riverbay department directors. It is far from complete and implementable, but it gives us a start. Temporary employees, in my opinion, continue to be the least thought of in our large employee pool. I have been stopped by many who are among our temporary staff and who desire to be made permanent. I am working hard to change the employment culture and practices here, along with Second Vice President, Bernard Cylich. We are only 2 votes on the board and for policy to be made, there needs to be a majority (in most cases 8). I encourage you that if you too care deeply about our employment culture and practices, when you see a resolution posted as a First Reading regarding Temporary Employment, please begin to contact the other 13 members of the board and encourage them to vote in favor of changing what currently exists.

Secure employment shouldn't be a matter only of cost, but also about what's the right thing to do.

Riverbay Fund As the President of the Riverbay Fund, I now have oversight of the following committees: Youth, Education (Ad-hoc), Community Relations and History. All not-for-profit activities are under the Riverbay Fund banner. We are trying to make sure that our newspaper will be able to centralize all such activities for everyone's convenience. Until such time, please read the various director's viewpoints for up to the minute event details.

We are excited to announce that we have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with the Renaissance Youth Center! I want to thank Director Leslie Peterson for leading the effort to ensure that this became a reality.

First Vice President Linda Berk, Director Andrea Leslie and I rounded out the group of directors who followed

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through to this conclusion. We are expecting them to be very successful in providing music instruction to our community's youth beginning in January 2017.

Kudos to Director Turner on another successful College Fair and to Director Berk on a successful Disabilities Expo!

Hearing from Cooperators: I enjoy interacting with my neighbors, please reach out. I haven't heard from Ms. Harriet Silver in a while, please if anyone knows about her well-being, please update me. I want to recognize and thank Guillermo Flores for keeping us well-informed via his Facebook page, Co-op City. If you're not yet a member, please consider joining. Tobias Garcia moderates a group on Facebook as well for cooperators in Section 5, the Section 5 Co-op City group. Both are very informative.

I am available to listen to and hear your concerns, please contact me at djenkins@riverbayboard.com or by phone at 718-644-0951.

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Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Secretary There is a need in our community for shareholders to be able to downsize from a large apartment to a smaller apartment. The issue is that many young families that moved into Co-op City approximately 20 years ago might have had two or more children and needed a two or three bedroom apartment. Now, 20 years later, their children are grown up and moved away, or perhaps, they have obtained their own apartment in Co-op City. Nevertheless, the parents no longer need three bedrooms and, presently, the only way to transfer to a smaller apartment is to pay the equity of $4,500 per room. The Board helped by creating a policy regarding this matter.

On February 12, 2014 the Board passed Resolution #14-07 submitted by Director Bernard Cylich and supported by me, stating that the Board believes that a zerodown deferred equity program would be available only to shareholders who wish to downsize from a larger to a smaller apartment. It would also benefit the long-term stability and affordability of Co-op City. Eight Board directors voted to pass this resolution and our former management agent made the request to NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) to approve this program for utilization in our community. Yet, HCR has failed to respond.

Although questions and different ideas were suggested, no one presented a clearer or better solution to this dilemma. The suggestion of zero equity would be financially detrimental to the Riverbay Corporation while a zero-down-payment deferred equity program, as proposed in Resolution #14-07, would be a win-win proposition.

Management’s request for HCR to approve this program was submitted to HCR approximately two years ago. Because of their failure to respond, there continues to be an issue of underutilization of space with one or two shareholders living in a three bedroom apartment.

While they have space that is underutilized, Riverbay’s

Transferring Apartments waiting list has many large families that need large apartments. Through our new management agent, the Board will continue to agitate HCR into action.

Cooperators’ Money-Saving Award Program The Community Relations Committee is still testing some of the ideas that were submitted. We have narrowed them down considerably and are attempting to select the appropriate three to be awarded. I thank you for your patience.

For new cooperators or for those that don’t know, the Cooperators’ Money-Saving Award Program was proposed by a former Board Director, Khalil Abdul-Wahhab, who sponsored the 2013 resolution. The Board passed the resolution and the Community Relations Committee and the Community Relations Department are working together for the success of this program.

This program will award cooperators for their ideas that will save money or increase revenue for the Riverbay Corporation. There will be three prize winners of $500, $250 and $125, plus dinner and community recognition. This is another way that shareholders and management can work together: The shareholders, by offering their money-saving ideas, and the Riverbay Corporation, by providing a reward to the three cooperators with the best ideas that can be used. So, thanks to the many cooperators who took the time to compete and return the form explaining their idea(s).

All participants will be recognized. We sincerely appreciate your involvement and hope to utilize your suggestion for our community in the very near future.

Support for Haiti The African-American Association will spearhead a donation drive in Co-op City for the people of Haiti who were victims of Hurricane Matthew. Approximately 1,000 lives were lost and the country is in crisis. We will collect medical supplies, clothing, non-perishable foods and other staples. You may deliver your donation on Mondays and Wednesdays between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to the Dreiser Community Center, room 15 until October 26th.

MONEY WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Register and Vote The General Election takes place on November 8th.

Information about this Presidential Election is constantly in the news. The deadline to register was October 14th. The voter registration form must be postmarked by October 14th and received by Oct. 19th. An Absentee Ballot Request should be postmarked by November 1st and presented in person by November 7th. An Absentee Ballot Return must be postmarked by Nov. 7th and received by November 15, 2016. You only have one vote. Use it!

Loss of District Attorney, Kenneth Thompson It was with deep regret to learn of the passing of Brooklyn District Attorney, Kenneth Thompson. He was only 50 years old and succumbed to cancer. It was only a year and a half ago that DA Ken Thompson addressed the Co-op City community, where he was raised, for Black History Month. He recalled frequenting Cappy’s and playing on the Little League team. He was a paper boy in Building 11. He could not play basketball very well, so he read lots of books. He addressed the youth when he said that, “God has a plan for your life. You have greatness within you. You must be true to yourself.” He further stated that people have been accused of crimes that they did not commit. He had moved to vacate 12 convictions. And, finally, he stated that he was the Brooklyn District Attorney today because Co-op City produced him.

Certainly, God had a plan for DA Thompson. DA Thompson was a groundbreaking district attorney who elevated the integrity and fairness of the criminal justice system in Brooklyn to unprecedented heights. The DA who follows Thompson has big shoes to fill.

Contact Me If you would like to share your thoughts with me, I can be reached at 718-671-5957. Be informed by attending your building association meeting. We, shareholders, must gather and work together in order to maintain a viable and strong community. It is always good to know your neighbors. Call your Cooperator Service Office (CSO) should you have a problem or need a repair.

I hope that all our Jewish neighbors had a blessed Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur. Did Christopher Columbus really discover America?

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Director’s Viewpoint

Cleve Taylor resigns from the board

Daryl Johnson As many of you know by now, Deighton Cleve Taylor (commonly known as Cleve) has resigned from the board of directors. Now, yes, we differed on a lot of things. But, in the end, we were finally able to agree on a few things.

Getting it Right When I opened my mailbox on October 4th, there was a letter from the Riverbay Corporation. As I opened the envelope, I saw that the letter, dated September 30, 2016, was addressed to our board members.

"I would like to take this opportunity to say: It has been a pleasure working with you for the past 2 and a ½ years," Taylor wrote. Then, the letter covered some of his moments on the board. Next, "after careful consideration, I regrettably am tendering my resignation effective October 21, 2016."

I called Taylor the next day to discuss this letter and a few issues that are going on here. And, despite our former differences, we agreed that our managers should have done a better job of fixing things in this community. Additionally, we agreed that this board should hold our managers accountable for their work.

Fixing things, from my perspective, means that you're going to work in an honest manner and you're going to do your best to get the job done right. Will there be minor slipups? Of course. Will anyone make a fuss over those errors? No! But, excluding Douglas Elliman, some of our managers have stretched things way out of line. So, there is no chance that anyone can say that a small error occurred. For instance, look at how our cooperators with balconies in buildings 10, 20, and 26 have been treated. Those balconies have been closed off for more than a year. Yet, those cooperators are still paying carrying charges for them.

During a June 15 board meeting, an architect related how management told him to issue a price without physically touching the balconies. So, the architect came in with an initial price of $580,000.

Thereafter, the architect testified that he was told that he had to physically touch the balconies. So, it was announced that a change order for $1,200,000 would be needed to repair those balconies.

Immediately, I protested the way this transaction was handled. Then, agreeing with me, Taylor stated that we will need another opinion on this matter.

Thereafter, the change order was not approved by the board.

Bottom line: I have received a variety of calls since Taylor's resignation was announced in this newspaper.

And, yes, Taylor and I disagreed on a lot of matters.

But, that's okay. The main point is in the end, we were able to settle some of our differences.

New Systems Needed Some managers do not care about bringing in new technology to handle certain aspects of their business.

Then, they wonder why some operations of their business are not functioning in a proper manner.

We have that problem at Riverbay. How is it that disputes have occurred over the order of the names on the waiting list for hallway closets? What about our inventory system? How is it that some of our merchandise was able to walk out of the door without any problems? Thereafter, how was it that some of our merchandise was offered for sale to the public?

We must bring in new technology to deal with these problems.

Department Reviews Our new management firm, Douglas Elliman, is supposed to issue their findings on all of our departments by the end of October. What will they find? Do you think that they will see that some of our departments are overstaffed? If they didn't bring a team of workers here, how will they know if some of our employees are not showing up for work?

Some of the most horrible complaints that I have

ever received in my entire life are based on just one department within Riverbay. Some of the other departments are bad. But, these complaints are way beyond horrible. Example, some cooperators have alleged that they have been verbally abused. Then, in one explosive case, the situation was so bad that some cooperators threatened to call the police.

Now, for legal reasons, I can't print the name of this department in this article. But, I want to find out if this one department will be cited in their report. Next, with another department, we have complaints about cooperators calling in for service and being put on hold for 45 minutes. Thereafter, they're greeted with a nasty attitude when someone answers the phone.

Lastly, I want you to imagine that a convector flooded out your apartment today, October 15, 2016.

So, the earliest date that you can probably get your floors replaced is in March of 2017. Now, I want to see if these outrageous findings are in their report.

Bottom line: We will take care of business here like you have never seen if everyone on my team wins the election next year.

Close It's going to be interesting to see the plan that Douglas Elliman has for this community. And, it's going to be interesting to see if they can fix the problems that we have here. Thank you.

Questions or comments? Please send a letter to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson @optonline.net (There are absolutely no problems with this email address. So, please double-check the spelling of this address if your message bounces back to you.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson.

Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Building 21 Association Ask yourself…What if???

Look at this marvelous property and ask yourself these questions…What if more people showed up at the building association meetings? What if we all were informed because we encouraged our new neighbors and shareholders to simply read the CO-OP City Times once a week? What if you took the 30 seconds it takes to bend down, pick up the CO-OP City Times, (i.e., left right by the elevators on each floor, each week) and placed them by your neighbor’s door? That’s called encouragement. What if you picked up your phone and you made a call when you see or hear ANYTHING that you know is not quite right?

That’s called caring. What if you did just a little something? Now multiply that by every shareholder. That’s called power. What if you stopped making excuses and showed up, so that this community can show off, just – how – special – it really is???

Our next 21 Association gathering will be October 26.

If you have any questions regarding the 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. EMAIL your building association at 21association@gmail.com. CALL your association at 347.504.1821. ATTEND the monthly meetings which are held every 4th Wednesday in the gathering room in the rear of the B-section at 7 p.m. All monies collected (i.e., annual dues, etc.) are turned in to our treasurer and installed in the association’s bank account.

The Race for the $300 Prize… Those members of the Building 21 Association who came out to the last open board meeting will each receive 1 Rewards Point at our next general meeting. Those of you who wish to start earning valuable points and a chance to win $300 have many ways to do so. Refer back to the following issues of the CO-OP City Times for 21 Association Rewards Point Program rules: Sept. 10th, 17th and 24th.

21 to You! “21 To You” is the Newsletter of Building 21. Each apartment received a copy. Anyone who comes to the next general meeting/21 Association Gathering on October 26th with your copy of the newsletter will receive a bonus rewards point…Good luck!

Think Tank at Building 21 is in session every Friday, 8:30 – 10 p.m. except Christmas and New Year’s Day. This is where we develop each other’s ideas and make dreams a reality. We meet in the gathering room in the rear of the BSection. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals A FORCE FOR GOOD. See you around the neighborhood!

—Michelle Marbury

Certified Co-op City clubs & organizations, feel free to post your upcoming events.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

Building 8 Association

From Broun Place Townhouse Association: Please prepare to vote on November 8th. If you are travelling or having surgery, apply for your absentee ballot. Don’t let this important vote go by without excercising your rights as a citizen, VOTE. We have celebrated the highest of Jewish holy days, Yom Kippur, 2016. Let’s go forward with new and renewed intentions. We send greetings to all who celebrate and recognize these important holy days. Also hope everyone enjoyed their Columbus Day. Last Saturday’s Co-op Times had much important news and great coverage of community events. Co-op City has a rock solid set of by-laws. They are our backbone and maintain security and community government here.

Sincere best wishes to President Cleve Taylor and good luck to the person who is elected president of the Riverbay Board. Our neighbor, Kevin Lambright, fills the board seat vacancy. Springtime he has the opportunity to run again.

Broun Place Townhouse Association meets Thursday, October 20. Our guest is the CSO team. In our last meeting, we learned that the flood incidence from convector leaks has been high this year causing a huge delay in appointments and the temporary flooring not lasting to the repair dates. The agenda will be ready. Dues are in order, they are $12 per year. Communication between neighbors, Riverbay departments and to have conversations about Co-op City is vital. To that end, we attended the 2nd “Coffee with a Cop” and will report on that next week Thank you, Bernie Cylich, for chairing the prior Construction/Building and Grounds Committee meeting. Mr. Cylich announced that the committee will become two committees. Sonia Feliciano and Marie Smith will be chairing. Broun Place will be there.

Reminder, bring a blank check when making a purchase from CSO. Cash is not accepted at CSO offices. And if your new towel rack is longer than the towel space, bring it to Dreiser C.C. for cutting to specification. To me this should all be done in one center. Buy it at Dreiser and get it cut there. Is this possible?

Please do not litter and if you can, pick up what you see littered by others. With all the street garbage we end up not looking like the beautiful development we are.

Regarding “Service Animals,” Public Safety intervenes when the animal is unleashed, shown to be aggressive, or not cleaned up behind. We now have a triple core building, worth of dogs. Please act responsibily and clean up behind your service dog. Remember, “If you see something, contact Public Safety.”

Get on the “Do Not Call Registry” by phoning “1-888-382-1222.” Call from a phone that you want to register. This includes cell or house phones.

Get well wishes and hopes for a speedy recovery go out to our dear neighbor, Gwen Roberts.

Report road issues to #311 and Bronx Community Planning Board 10, located at 3165 E. Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461; Phone: 718-892-1161, Email: bx10@cb.nyc.gov.

—Eva Lazaar

Greetings, Building 8 cooperators! With the long hot summer days behind us, and the fall season takes its place, it's time for us to start planting our seeds for next year's harvest. Now, with that being said, I'd like to thank everyone who came out to the October 5th association general meeting. I was truly impressed with the fifteen cooperators who were present, they had some great ideas. Also, cooperators who were present at the meeting got a chance to see some of the new improvements made in the association room.

Unfortunately, for us to continue to make improvements, money is going to be needed, more than the money that was collected from the association dues. After months of brainstorming, we decided to address this task by implementing different projects. Each project will be focused on a particular task.

On October 5th, project “Flat Screen TV” was introduced to the membership.

Everyone who was present at the meeting liked the idea and eagerly got on board.

This project would consist of getting rid of the two non-working TVs in the association room, and replacing them with a new flat screen TV. All money donated towards the purchase of the flat screen TV will only be used for that purpose, and accountability will be made to all cooperators.

On October 25th, the association will have its first Special Afternoon Meeting, all cooperators are invited. This meeting will be chaired by Azalea, the association treasurer, and all the other association board members will be present at this meeting.

I highly encourage cooperators to come out and support this meeting. Remember, in order for meetings like this to continue, your participation is highly needed.

On October 29th, the building association will be giving out A-boo-of-Halloween-treats. Make sure to check the bulletin board for time and location.

Cooperators, you can still pay 2016 yearly association dues. Payment can be made at any association meeting or event.

“All good things must come to an end.” We were so sad to have read that Mr. Cleve Taylor is resigning from the board. We have seen so many great improvements in our community under the leadership of Mr. Taylor. We hope that the Riverbay board can, and will continue to build on the legacy that Mr. Taylor started. The entire board of the Building 8 Association thanks Mr. Taylor for his outstanding leadership and wishes him all the best. On a personal note, we don't think we have seen the last of Mr. Taylor.

On November 7th, make sure you plant your harvest for the next four years, VOTE. Do You Know? One of the main components of a building association is to bring together cooperators for the purpose of sharing each other's ideas.

—Lee Rivers “Knowledge is power and power is knowledge.”

Building 10 Association Remember there is a Building 10 Association meeting on Tuesday, October 18, at 7 p.m. Come to receive an update from the election committee.

We are off to Mohegan Sun on Saturday, November 5. Join us and reserve your seats. You can bring your money and reserve your seat at the meeting on 10/18.

The cost of the trip is $45. Here’s what is included: round-trip transportation, $10 in slot play and $15 in food. For more information, please call 718-671-5485 or 646334-3739. Different casino with the same Building 10 Association fun times. We will post fare collection days/evenings in Building 10 lobbies.

Halloween is just around the corner. We will have our annual candy give away.

Please help us make this a successful event again by donating candy. You can bring your donation to the Building 10 Association room on October 14th or October 21st between 7 and 8:30.

It’s election time for the 2016/2017 Executive Board. The election committee will provide a progress report on the election and if you are interested in running, please submit your interest by placing a note under the association room door. To run, you must meet minimum membership criterion contained in the association’s by-laws.

Remember our next General Membership meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 18, at 7 p.m.

To everyone, remember our challenge to you, if you have attended one of our events, your challenge is to attend this next one and bring a neighbor with you.

We believe each individual is the strength of our association. So join us at our next meeting on September 20th!

—Ron Campbell

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Co-op City Sports

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Velocity Track Club New York (VTC) and the other Bronx teams gave a brilliant effort at the USA Track & Field New York Borough/ounty Challenge at Van Cortland Park on Sunday, October 9th. This was a highly competitive XC (cross country) meet with the majority of the best youth club teams from throughout New York State. We (Bronx teams) left it all on the track, however, we didn’t carry enough athletes who run XC to bring the Cup to the Bronx.

The top 5 athletes in each division earn points for their borough/county. First place earned 1 point, second place earned 2 points, third place earned 3 points, fourth place earned 4 points and fifth place earned 5 points. The borough/county with the least points wins the borough/County Cup. Congratulations to Brooklyn for winning the Cup! In the individual races, VTC had some outstanding finishers and times. The top 15 in each age division/gender received medals and in the novice (1 mile) race, the top 3 received awards. In the novice (1 mile) race, Phillip, Raseam took 1st and Jahzareli DeMore took 3rd overall in the boys’ division to earn them a medal.

In the boys’ 2K (1.2 miles) race, Pierce Parker took 2nd place earning him a Silver Medal and 2 points for the Bronx and Dillon Hampton took 3rd place earning him a Bronze Medal and 3 points for the Bronx.

In the girls’ 9 – 10 years division, Aysya Brown took 6th place, earning her a medal.

In the boys’ 11 – 12 years division, Dontae Lindo took 3rd place, earning him a Bronx medal and 3 points for the Bronx. Also, in the same division Julian Caldwell earned a medal in a tie for 15th place. In the boy’s 15 – 18 years old division, Darius Gordon took 1st place earning him a Gold medal and 1 point for the Bronx. Great job, representing VTC and the Bronx!

Velocity Track Club athletes at the USATF XC Meet #3.

The blessing comes down! For over a year, I wanted our children to get warm-up suits. At track meets, we may perform like a team, but we didn’t look like a team. Our children would wear the team colors (Royal Blue/Lime Green) but we didn’t have the same uniform/sweat suit on. Due to generous donations and fundraising, we should be purchasing Under Armor sweat suits for the team via Team Collection. I’m not sure who is going to be happier, me or the children. To see them all wearing identical uniforms, looking like a team, will be awesome.

Our next meet will be on Sunday, October 16th, the 2016 USATF New York Cross Country Series - Meet #4 at Van Cortland Park, Bronx NY. Come out and see your future olympians.

Velocity Track Club New York is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit. One hundred percent of your donation will go to help our children. For additional information, you can go to our website Velocitytrack.org or contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins, at 914-4416196 or via email at watclt@aol.com.

—Winston Dinkins

Co-op City Little League 2017 Season Registration October 22 Registration for the Co-op City Little League 2017 Season baseball program will be held on Saturday, October 22, LL room #17, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Dreiser Community Center. Sign-up is opened to the community and surrounding neighborhood youth boys, girls, & teens ages four (4) though sixteen (16). Siblings discount is available.

New players must bring in a birth certificate copy.

Included in the registration fee at no extra cost is the indoor winter baseball clinic, which normally starts in January. For the games, the league provides a full baseball uniform which consist of jersey, pants, socks and cap. The players need to have a baseball glove, bat (optional), athletic supporter (male players), heart guard (younger players) and baseball shoes (rubber molded cleats for the junior division and under).

The games are held at the Co-op City LL fields on Co-op City Blvd. opposite the greenway. The fields have lights for night games, walkway with bleachers, a concession stand, small picnic area and comfort station.

The league is in the process of procuring a gym for its indoor baseball clinic. We are hoping to get either the Truman HS volleyball gym which is in the community or the Michelangelo MS 144 gym at Gunther Ave.

Thanks to a grant from Council Member Andy L King, the Co-op City Little League’s ballfields will be undergoing renovations. Under the NYC Parks Dept. Capital Project X251-116M, an irrigation system will be installed on both fields.

The project timeline has three phases: design, procurement, and construction. Projected design completion date is January 2017 based on the meeting between the CCLL Board members Robert Grant and Hector Ayala, and Parks Dept. Bronx Borough Commissioner Iris Rodriguez-Rosa, Chief of Operations Lawrence Scoones, and project liaison Michelle Martell. Procurement average time is nine (9) months and construction twelve (12) to eighteen months.

This past summer, due to the hot sunny months, the CCLL fields took a big beating. The automatic sprinkler system should help keep the outfield grass green.

For further information on the Co-op City Little League baseball program, activities, and registration fee, visit the website at www.eteamz.com/coopcityLL/. In the “handouts” page, you’ll find registration forms, general information documents, and the fee chart by age.

—Hector Ayala

Building 32 Association Dinner Theatre We will be leaving at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, October 20, for our enjoyable day at the Dinner Theatre. Our bus will be waiting in front of Building 32B. We should be back before 5:00 p.m., depending on traffic. Please be on time.

Halloween Building 32B will be decorating on Friday, October 21 starting at 11:00 a.m.; Building 32A will be decorating on Saturday, October 22, starting at 10:00 a.m. Volunteers are really needed to help our lobbies look "scary." If you would like to contribute wrapped candy or money, please bring it down on either of these days. We will be distributing candy bags on Halloween, Monday, October 31, starting at 4:00 p.m.

Laundry Carts The theft of laundry carts is affecting many buildings in Co-op City. The Executive Board has some suggestions to hopefully stop this anti-social behavior. We would like to have carts that cannot be moved past the perimeters of our laundry rooms.

Many stores have such carts and it does stop theft. Until Riverbay replaces carts, we suggest that Public Safety monitor the elevator cameras to identify the culprits. The act will be caught on tape, the so-called cooperator will be fined, and a permanent record will be kept of their misbehavior. In order to institute these suggestions, we need to call our CSO office, and contact our Riverbay Board members. In this way, our new management company can be aware of what needs to be fixed, and have the cooperators’ view on how to fix it.

Our board members either have their telephone numbers and/or e-mail addresses contained in their weekly articles. The telephone number for our Section 5 CSO office is (718) 320-3595. The constant replacement of these laundry carts result in

higher maintenance charges, and a great inconvenience, particularly for the aged and infirmed.

The more of us complain, the louder our voices are, and the more power we have.

Good, decent folks should not be inconvenienced because of some selfish, inconsiderate people.

—Lorna Smith

Be careful and ask to see Employee ID If you are having work done in your apartment, shareholders – especially those who are elderly and/or who live alone – are reminded that all personal items should be secured in a safe location. This is for your own peace of mind, as well as the protection of the Riverbay workers/ contractors coming into your home.

Riverbay employees wear identification badges and so do the various Riverbay-approved contractors seeking access to your home. Ask to see identification before allowing anyone to enter your apartment. If you are unsure, you should contact your local CSO at (718) 320-3300 (follow prompts), or Public Safety at (718) 671-3050.

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Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. will be hosting its 21st annual Friends and Family Day event today, Saturday, October 15, 1 p.m., 177 Dreiser Community Center, Audit. B (Co-op City), Bronx, New York, featuring Keynote Speaker Mr. Jerome Rice and Ebony Rae Lambright, MC. There will be games with prizes for the children, entertainment, inspirational messages, family reunions and networking. There will be vendors which we hope that you will consider purchasing items from and, last but not least, refreshments will be served, so come out and support the many organizations that make up the coalition. Free admissions.

Please inform the coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Ms. Virginia Stewart is the president of the coalition. Phone number: (718) 671-4506.

The coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all coalition members where there are issues of common concern and human rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day and Kwanzaa celebrations, free for the community.

Members of the coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church and Zodiacs Track Club.

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

Building 24 Association Our building association is finally up and running. We had our first meeting on September 29th which was well attended by many enthusiastic shareholders. Our new officers were introduced and then we got down to business discussing building activities we want to have, and problems we want to address.

We are going to meet with Building and Grounds Director Donovan Plummer before our next meeting where we’ll discuss the things we'd like done and also invite his assistants to attend our next meeting to talk with us all about what that department does and answer any questions we have. We have a long list of problems we want to have resolved and we're looking forward to seeing improvements get underway.

We plan to meet on the third Thursday each month which means our next meeting will be held in the community room, just to the right outside the building's rear entrance on October 20th at 7 p.m. We will let everyone know about our meeting with Director Plummer and then hear from his assistants.

—Bruce Silberman

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Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association Our Building 12 Halloween Party is Saturday, October 22nd, 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in our activity room. Have the kids come down to our room in their costumes.

The building’s next general membership meeting is Monday, October 24th, 7:30 p.m., activity room. Guest speaker is Chief Apollo of our Co-op City Police Department.

Cold weather is almost here. Please check to make sure that you have batteries, flashlights, cell phones that are fully charged, water and other supplies—just in case you cannot get out and about.

Some of you may be eligible for the NYS STAR Program that is based upon your age and income. To find out whether or not you are eligible for the Basic Star or Enhanced Star Program, call 518-457-2036, Monday thru Friday, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. We suggest that you call before the end of this year to avoid the rush of individuals applying for the STAR Program.

“Straight Outta Co-op City,” shirts are back by popular demand as a fundraiser for our 2016 Summer Fun Day, Section 2, Bldgs. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14. If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, please contact the President of Building 11 (A, B, C) Deborah Henry, 718-379-6312. The cost of the shirts are: children (small-x1) $10, adults (small-x1) $12 and adults (2x-3x) $15. Payment can be made by cash or money order. Send money orders to Deborah Henry, 140 Carver Loop, 24F. Payment for the shirts to be made by October 31.

Best wishes to all who are celebrating a special event this month. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who has suffered a loss or is sick and shut-in. If you see something, say something. To contact CCPD (Public Safety), call 718-671-3050.

We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com or 718-379-7841.

—Sonja Maxwell

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Building 9 Association Greetings. I was stunned to learn that the Riverbay Board President Cleve Taylor has tendered his resignation from the Riverbay Board of Directors effective October 21, 2016.

Mr. Taylor masterfully and efficaciously removed MSRE as our managing agent and obtained approval from the state to pre-pay New York City for our community water bill thereby saving 12% of the annual water charges for the corporation through their applicable prepayment discount program, saving 6% of annual carrying charges for eligible participating shareholders. No small feat for his 28-month tenure as board president. Thank you, Mr. Taylor. We wish you continued success in all your future endeavors.

Building 27 Association Greetings, neighbors, welcome to the fall. The days are getting shorter so stay aware and alert of your surroundings.

On Thursday, September 29, at our general meeting we were delighted to have as our speaker, Ms. Linda Berk, First Vice President of the Board of Directors. We thank Ms. Berk for agreeing to speak with the association at a last minute notice. Ms. Berk shared information regarding the boiler and concerns about change orders.

She expressed that a price can be given via a contract, however, unexpected things can happen resulting in cause for a change order. Ms. Berk covered a lot of issues with the shareholders. I am sure the shareholders went away with a better understanding that decisions made by the board can be difficult or unpopular choices that the directors have to make on a daily basis.

Important information – The Board of Elections in the City of New York local voter registration dates: Thursday, October 13, 2016 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday, October 15, 2016 from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Sites are located in all 5 boroughs. To find the location nearest to you, call 866-868-3692.

The general election – is Tuesday, November 8, if there are any graduates, or people who need to register, please encourage all to register on the dates given above to vote in this coming presidential election.

Thalia Roach, president of the Building 27 Association, opened the floor for nomination of officers – president, vice president, secretary, assist. secretary, correspondence secretary, treasurer, assist. treasurer, Sergeantat-arms. Election of officers will take place January 2017.

Our next meeting is scheduled for November. Thalia also encouraged the cooperators to read the Financial Statement that was placed under our doors. The board is to be commended for it has been the first time receiving a financial statement at least in my 18 years living here.

Game Night – Friday, October 14th, 7 to 9 p.m., POKENO in the house. There will be light refreshments.

There will be Halloween goodies for the children up to the ages of 12-years-old accompanied by their parents or an adult. The goodies will be given in the association room, in the rear lobby of Bldg. 27C, from 3 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 29th.

The function of the building association is to keep our cooperators informed of what is happening in their building, as well as the community. On that note, we look forward to seeing you at the meetings which are held every two months.

So sorry to announce the passing of Michael Frasch of Building 27C; the association offers our deepest sympathy to the family. May he rest in peace.

Happy birthday to all in this month. Please share with the Sunshine Committee, Ms. Lydia Rondon by calling her at (718) 583-3040. If a neighbor in our building is ill, homebound, celebrating birthdays, experiencing bereavement, Ms. Rondon will respond on the behalf of the association.

Please keep our board of directors in prayer that they will be granted wisdom and harmony to continue moving forward to make the right decisions in protecting our interest and keeping our homes affordable. Please pray for all leaders for PEACE; for there is unrest everywhere.

—H. Overman

As reported and as requested, the Building 9B side door interior sub-floor has been leveled to reduce the sunken area near the entrance.

In response to the Building 9A concern about exterior satellite dish safety, please see the October 1st issue of the Co-op City Times for the official Riverbay Corporation guidelines.

Our next building association meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 20th at 7 p.m.

The executive team is in the process of researching available options for our Building 9 Association 2016 MEMBERS ONLY year-end celebration.

Please be reminded to follow the prescribed and preferred Riverbay Corporation complaint format established for use by shareholders. Affected share-

holders should contact the CSO1 with any complaints about your apartment or building, first. If you have quality of life complaints, please contact Public Safety with as many details in support of your complaint as possible. A community complaint and fine may be issued to the offending household. It is your right and your responsibility to report your concerns to Riverbay Corporation management via the CSO. Your building association executive team is working hard on your behalf. Please support us as we strive to provide meaningful meetings and social experiences for you and your children. Our stated mission is inclusion and diversity. United, we stand. Until next time, be well and live in peace.

—Linda Collins

Building 13 Association Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, November 3, at 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Check the lobby bulletin board for scheduled guest information.

Women Keeping It Real - Returns Saturday, October 22, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 100 Casals Place (Bldg. 13) association room. Women Keeping It Real is an inspiring, insightful and informative social gathering of women of all ages exchanging information, empowering and encouraging each other. We welcome new participants. Remember! You must be 18 and over to participate.

Arts and Crafts Workshops – Children of all ages are invited to join our workshops (under 5 must be accompanied by an adult) on the following Sundays, October 16, November 20 and December 18 from 2:00-5:00 p.m.

“Straight Outta Co-op City” shirts back by popular demand as a fundraiser for our 2017 Summer Fun Day by Section 2 (Bldgs. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14). If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, please contact the President of Building 11 (A, B, C), Deborah Henry, at 718-379-6312. The cost is as follows: children (small-xl) $10, adults (small-xl) $12 and adults (2X-3X) $15. Payment can be made by cash or money order. Send money orders to 140 Carver Loop #24F. One of our goals is to have 100% of our neighbors

(throughout the community) enrolled in STAR (School Tax Relief). You may qualify for Basic STAR if: you are under 65 and household income is less than $500,000. You may qualify for Enhanced STAR if: you are 65 and your household income is not more than $86,000. For information, call 518-457-2036 or https://www.tax.ny.gov/star.

Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc. Inc. and mailed to Building 13 Assoc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. For information, contact Gail Sharbaan, Treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718320-1370. Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc .com or e-mail us at bthirteen.assoc@ yahoo.com.

As always, thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

Building 15B Association We hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable summer. Our next building association meeting will be on Thursday, October 20th at 7 p.m. in our meeting room in the rear lobby of Building 15B. We will have a guest speaker Chief Frank Apollo of Public Safety. It will be an important meeting. Please make every effort to attend our meeting and bring a neighbor. Refreshments will be served. We will also have a 50/50 raffle.

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Black Forum Next Defensive Driving Class The Black Forum defensive driving course will be on Sat., November 12, 8:50 a.m. – 3 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 1.

Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class, but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Please also bring your current driver’s license and a pen. Call (718) 3208035.

Sugar House Casino On Saturday, November 19, we are going to Sugar House Casino in Philadelphia, PA. Cost: $45 per person; casino rebate: $20. No refunds. Cash preferred.

Payment can be made in room 20, Dreiser Center. Otherwise, you may pay by check. Please make check payable to the “Black Forum of Co-op City.” Seats will be assigned when the full amount is paid. For more information, please call 917-209-5334 or 718-320-0033.

Monthly meetings We will be holding monthly meetings.

Come and express your opinions and concerns on issues pertinent to the community. Stay tuned for the dates.

Black Forum Aerobics and Zumba It’s time to get in shape, get healthy and feel healthy. Body by Andrea’s aerobics classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursday.

Classes are in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m.

To register, please call (718) 320-8035.

Nominal fee for each class.

Volunteers needed We need male and female volunteers, 2 hours a day, preferably Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. -12:45 p.m., flexibly.

Especially need men who live in close proximity.

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 Building 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. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

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. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call or visit us, room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony Illis

National Council of Negro Women National Convention – The National Convention of the full membership and Board of National Council of Negro Women, Inc. convenes biennially unless otherwise ordered for catastrophic conditions by the Executive Committee for the purpose of electing officers, implementing strategic program planning, and conducts business and help chart the direction of the organization for the next two years. This year marks the 57th NCNW National Convention. Co-op City Section of NCNW was represented at our convention by our newly elected president, Lori Melton, and First Vice President, Camille Worrell. The meeting was held from October 7-9 in Washington, D.C. at the Grand Hyatt Hotel. We look forward to a report about our national body and the activities of sister sections across the country.

45th Anniversary – We’re in the last weeks of preparation for our 45th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, October 29 at the Villa Barone Manor,

737 Throgs Neck Expressway, Bronx, New York. Our guest speaker for the occasion will be Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark. We will receive anniversary greetings from Pat Battle of NBC-TV. We will be honoring Roberta Boozé and Olive Glasgow, two of our Charter Members who have been continuously active since 1971.

The Ticket Committee will be distributing tickets and accepting payment for tickets on Saturday, October 15th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturday, October 22nd, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in room 14, Dreiser Center. Tickets are $100. Checks should be made payable to NCNW Coop City Section. Please write your ticket number in the memo line on your check.

We were saddened by the loss of Annie Guinn, a Charter Member of Coop City Section and Life Member. Our section presented a Memorial Resolution of our condolences to her family at her funeral.

—Joyce Howard

American Legion Bronx County Oratorical Speech Contest will be held in Co-op City Co-op City Post 1871 will be the host of this year’s Constitutional Speech Contest. This announcement was made by the Bronx County Chairman of the Oratorical Speech Contest, Legionnaire Adeyemi LaCrown TOBA, at the regularly scheduled monthly meeting of the County Legionnaires held at the Corona Post on Wednesday, October 7th. The chairman, who is the Commander of Post 1871, made this announcement at the meeting and implored every Post to make sure that adequate publicity is given to the event where children in grade 9 through 12 are offered equal opportunity to compete.

The competition will be held on the first Monday in the month of December, which is the 5th, by 5 p.m. Eligible students are encouraged to participate by reaching out to the Post nearest to them and obtain the form or by going online.

Students from grade 9 through 12 are eligible to participate in the contest.

Over $138,000 in college scholarships can be awarded each year. The overall national contest winner gets an $18,000 scholarship. Second place takes home $16,000, and third gets $14,000.

Usually, the contestants will gather in Co-op City where four (4) people would be chosen to represent the county at the city level in Manhattan (called the district level).

In the previous contest, the candidate from Co-op City who represented the Bronx came out successfully even in Manhattan (district) and eventually went ahead to represent the district at Stoney Points.

The American Legion Oratorical Contest exists to develop deeper know-

ledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students.

The contest teaches important leadership qualities, the history of our nation’s laws, the ability to think and speak clearly, and an understanding of the duties, responsibilities, rights and privileges of American citizenship.

Speaking subjects must be on some aspects of the U.S. Constitution, with some emphasis on the duties and obligations of citizens to our government.

November 27th has been fixed for Information/Question & Answer Day at 4 p.m. in Post 1871 auditorium. The following links by previous contestants would give an insight to how they performed. So check it out for yourself. http://www.legion.org/oratorical/vi deos/PLD1D27913E787209F/nEjWdHOChbA http://www.legion.org/oratorical/vi deos/PLD1D27913E787209F/ZB6y77 iSP2c http://www.legion.org/oratorical/vi deos/PLD1D27913E787209F/mN5Y DrxoTx4 Speeches are only eight (8) to ten (10) minutes long; three- to fiveminute speeches on an assigned topic also are part of the contest. This is a worthwhile, rewarding experience for any student to be part of. Thus, I am using this opportunity to appeal to Legionnaires, parents and families to encourage their wards to participate in this year’s contest.

For more information, call Post 1871 office number at 718-320-8165 or the Bronx Chairman of the contest, Legionnaire TOBA LaCrown, at 347327-6288.

—Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown O’toba, MSA

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

Church Schedule Sunday School—9:00 a.m. (Begins Sunday, September 18th. Registration on September 11th.)

Worship Service—11:00 a.m.

Communion Service—Every first and third Sundays 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 a.m.

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every

first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School at Community Protestant Church begins at 9 a.m. 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. Children attending Sunday School are served breakfast at 9 a.m. before classes begin at 9:30 a.m. We encourage you to bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you.

Other Scheduled Events Sunday, October 23rd at 3:30 p.m.—The Missionaries and Nurses Ministries will be pleased to have you join them as they celebrate their Joint Anniversary.

Please Join Us In Celebrating Our Pastor Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens’ 40th Pastoral Anniversary Beginning Celebration—Sunday, November 6th 11:00 a.m.—Guest Preacher: Rev. Willie Hairston,

Pastor, Pilgrim Baptist Church, Nyack, NY 3:30 p.m.—Guest Preacher: Rev. Hugh Farrish, Pastor, Bowen Memorial Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon, NY. Ending Celebration Service - Sunday, November 13th 11:00 a.m.—Guest Preacher: Rev. Dr. Thomas Johnson, Pastor, Canaan Baptist Church, NYC 3:30 p.m.—Guest Preacher: Rev. Dr. Carl Bruce, Pastor, Mt. Carmel Church, Yonkers, NY. Save The Date: September 12–15, 2017 – The Missionary Ministry sponsors a trip to THE HOLY LAND EXPERIENCE IN ORLANDO, FLORIDA. (More information to come.)

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

Open Door Ministries Although there are plenty of churches in Co-op City, Open Door Ministries hopes that it can benefit the community not only through sharing the gospel, but also by providing free counseling services to the area’s young people. On October 3, the church held an information session about its mentoring program through which licensed counselors, including Pastor

Luis, a licensed clinical social worker, will be available to meet the needs of children and youth. If you would like more information on this program, you are welcome to attend on any Monday at 6:30 in Dreiser Loop, room 9. The community is also welcome to attend Open Door’s Inauguration Celebration on October 9, held at 11 a.m. in the Bartow Com-

munity Center, room 28 (the same time and place as regular Sunday services). Bible studies will also be held on Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Loop Community Center, room 9. You can contact Pastor Luis through opendoorministries.net or call him at 917-334-4407.

—Pastor Luis Ramos

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 classes began on Tuesday, September 13th in room 5, Dreiser Community Center. You can choose from the two class schedules which are 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. or 3:30 – 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 22nd 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 201-8620847 or S. Lochansky at 718-379-1049 for more information.

On Nov. 5th and 6th, BVA will sponsor an art show and bazaar in our permanent room 5 from 1 until 5 p.m.

Artwork will be displayed and for sale, as well as gift items.

You can register in room 5 on Tuesdays at the

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

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

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

—Sylvia Lochansky

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Rivers Run Community Garden Things are still growing in the garden. People are still smiling and building fences.

Together.

October is a busy time for us. We will announce workdays for anyone willing to swing a hammer as we will be building fences for the individual beds. In addition, we will be putting up autumn decorations in anticipation of our guests on October 29th.

Important dates (All are welcome): • Oct. 15th & 23rd Garden Decorating – Beginning at noon • Oct. 19th PS 153 Visiting – 9 a.m. – noon, half of 4th • Oct. 20th PS 153 Visiting - 9 a.m. – noon, other half of 4th • Oct. 20th Members Meeting – 7 p.m., Dreiser, rm. 4 • Oct. 29th Trolley Day • Nov. 17th Members Meeting – 7 p.m., Dreiser, rm. 4 • Dec. 15th Holiday Party – 7 p.m. Dreiser, rm. 4

Rivers Run hours for October: • Tuesdays, 4:00 p.m. – until dusk • Saturdays, 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

• Sundays, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

To schedule your volunteer hours for October, please email jam239@aol.com and rivers_run@yahoo.com.

If you’d like to take advantage of the opportunities to get your hands dirty and make your heart happy, there is always something that needs doing. Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds.

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

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

—Gail Sharbaan

Please Refrain From Littering. Keep Co-op City Clean! Thank you!

Retirees of Dreiser Loop Travel Events: (Price includes transportation/ Coach Bus, Dreiser Loop, opposite H&R Block) • Jan. 11 & 12, 2017 (Wed. & Thurs.) to FOXWOODS RESORT CASINO, CT. Price: Double/$130 (deposit: $65) & single/$175 (deposit: $90).

Full payment/ balance ($65 & $85) due no later than Monday, December 5. Contacts: Serita G., 347-5645722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500.

• Tues., March 14, 2017 to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, NJ. Enjoy luncheon cuisine, full service cocktail bar, onsite lobby bake shop and gift boutique.

Price: $75 (deposit $35/ full payment/balance $40 due Mon., Feb. 6, 2017). Contacts: Serita G., 347564-5722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500.

Theatre Committee: (price includes transportation via 20 passenger van): • Sat., Oct. 29th. Showtime: 3:00 p.m. PARAMOUR, a Cirque du Soleil musical. Lyric Theatre.

Price: $75. Contact: Eleanor B., 718-324-7847.

• Thurs., Nov. 17th. Showtime: 3:00 p.m. RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SHOW. Price: $70. Contact: Lois S, 917-692-7139.

• Sat., Dec. 10th. Showtime: 2:00 p.m. Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre. Performances are: OPEN DOOR, THE WINTER IN LISBON (new), and REVELATIONS. Price: $52.50. Contact: Eleanor B, 718-324-7847.

Members and friends, we do require a deposit/payment, along with your name and telephone number, when signing up for trips and/or shows. First paid, confirmed seating on 20 seater van.

Committee members in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m.

Good And Welfare: With sincere sympathy our hearts go out to Celeste Collier whose mother, Mrs. Edythe M. Scoon, passed away on Sunday, October 9th. “To members and friends, as you rest and heal know that you are thought of warmly and wished a quick recovery.” Call Josephine Flowers, 718-3200539, regarding illnesses and bereavements."

Consider joining us at the SPA next time – date to be determined. Call 718-379-4784 – leave your name and phone number to be placed on wait list.

Attention! The RETIREES needs ASAP, an experienced part-time freelance driver with a CDL license with at least 3 years’ experience and a clean driving record. This volunteer position requires transporting members and friends safely to and from special events within the Bronx, as well as to outer boroughs.

Stipend can be expected for each trip. Please call the RETIREES office, 718-379-0377, and leave your name and telephone number.

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

Greater Love Baptist 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 meets immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month. 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 16, when we will celebrate the Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost.

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

Women’s Day: We will also celebrate Women’s Day on Sunday, October 16.

Please join us in welcoming our guest speaker, Bishop Nancy Rosario.

Fundraising Event: Our next fundraiser will be on Saturday, November 26.

It’s a trip to the Bally’s Casino in Atlantic City. Deluxe motor coach leaves Dreiser Loop (in front of Rehab Center) at 9:00 a.m. Cost: $40 per person with bonus slot play of $15. For seating, contact June Grimes at 347-457-8249.

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

For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org.

“My help comes from the Lord, *the maker of heaven and earth.” Psalm 121:2 —M. Chambers

“And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God” —Romans 12:2 Spiritual Food for Thought: God wants to show us the wonders of perceiving the world around us from a spiritual perspective. Oftentimes, our inclination is to see everything from a natural or worldly point of view, but He wants to take us higher and help His children to see and understand spiritually. The solution is to set our heart to allow God to transform us into His image.

Senior Pastor Boyce Landrum and Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family welcome you to fellowship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m. Worship at Greater Love Baptist Church means gathering with people of all ages and cultures to express our love for God, our Heavenly Father, and Jesus Christ, our Savior. Greater Love is conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y., 10475; main entrance – red button. Free parking is available in Garage #1 on Darrow Place – parking passes will be validated at the church.

Church telephone: 347-920-5607.

Wednesday Afternoon Prayer: Will resume in the upcoming weeks. Thank you for your patience.

Youth Movement: Our goal is to build a dynamic youth ministry. We seek young people with a desire to learn and use their God given gifts and talents in a way that glorifies God; the Lord has need of you! Our team is recruiting young adults, as well as younger children in the Co-op City community. Youth meetings are held on Friday at 7 p.m. Please call the church for more information.

Five Loaves & Two Fish Food Pantry: If you would like to donate items, please call the church office or bring them directly (see schedule below). The Pantry will reopen on Saturday, October 22nd. On Thursday, November 24th at 1:30 p.m., Greater Love will host a Thanksgiving dinner for the individual/families that visit our pantry. RSVP required. Please leave a message on the church telephone if you would like to sup with us.

Men’s Fellowship: Greater Love’s Mighty Men of God invite men of all ages to join the for an afternoon of fellowship and spiritual encouragement on Saturday, November 12th from 1:30 to 4 p.m. Lunch will be served. This is a free gathering and open to the community.

Weekly Schedule Church phone: 347-920-5607 Sunday Morning Prayer & Meditation: 9:30 a.m.

Adult Sunday Bible School: 10:00 a.m.

Children Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: 11:30 a.m.

Holy Communion – First Sunday Adult Bible Study/Discipleship Class: Tuesday evenings, 7:00 p.m.

Prayer Meeting: New schedule: TBA Deacon Training: Alternate Thursday evenings at 7 p.m.

Food Pantry: 4th Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Mosaic Women’s Ministry: Meets Saturday, Dec.10th Mighty Men of God: Men’s Ministry meets Saturday, Nov. 12th Family Movie/Game Nite: 3rd Friday, 7 p.m.

—Pastor Carol Landrum

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church invites you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

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

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, October 26 at 5:00 p.m.

Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m.

Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center is pleased to announce that their Second Community Awards Ceremony will be held on Friday, October 21, at 6:30 p.m. at the Eastwood Manor. Tickets are $75. The distinguished honorees are Colville Ivor Bascomb, President of the North Bronx Youth Sports Association; Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens, Pastor of Community Protestant Church; Milagrina Nazar, Educator, Co-op City Daycare Center (now closed); Dr. Anderson Torres, CEO of R.A.I.N., Inc. and a representative from the legal field. For tickets or additional information, call 917-734-5935, 917-620-2859 or the church at 718-320-3774.

The Senior Choir will celebrate their anniversary on Sunday, October 30 at the 11:00 a.m. service. We invite all to attend.

Save the Date!!! On March 12 to 20, 2018, the church will be going to the Holy Land Pilgrimage (Israel). Join us and worship sailing on the Sea of Galilee, be baptized in the Jordan River; share in communion in the Garden Tomb. All where Jesus walked!! For additional information, call the church at 718-320-3774 The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

—Hattie L. Lucas

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Activities in Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Activities in Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Activities in Room 7 unless otherwise noted

JASA Closed in observance of Succoth

JASA Closed in observance of Succoth

Word Games Dominoes 10 a.m.

Tues., Oct. 18

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45

10:30-11:30 a.m.

Bingo 1-2 p.m.

Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd Tues.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

NEW Smartphone/Tablet Class 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.,

Wed., Oct. 19

Alert & Alive

Matinee Movie

10:30-11:30 a.m.

10 a.m., Rm. 45

Cultural Dance 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Aud. B

Karaoke by Steven

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m.,

1 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 45

Rm. 4

Green Life Trail Fitness Instruction 1-2 p.m.

Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Afternoon Movie 1:00 w/popcorn

Blood Pressure 9-10 a.m.

Word Games 9:30-11:30

Walk Group 9:30 a.m.,

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

a.m.

Rm. 40

9:30-10:30 a.m.

Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Line Dancing 11am-12pm Bingo 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

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

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

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Computer Lab

Smartphone Class

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m.,

Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m.,

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

African Brazilian Dance Art Class 1-3 p.m.

Rm. 45

Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30

Grandparent Connection

a.m.

Word Games 9:30 a.m.-

1st Thursday, Rm. 35, 10:30

Blood Pressure 10 -11:30

11:30 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise

Line Dancing 10-11 a.m.,

Chat Session 9:30 a.m.-

11 a.m., Rm. 45

Aud. A

Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

Piano Sing Along

1 p.m.

a.m. 1st & 3rd Thurs., Rm. 8

Bingo 1- 2:00 p.m.

Word search 11 a.m.-12 Card Games 2-4 p.m.

p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Karaoke by Steven

11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Drama Club 1:30 - 4 p.m.

Men’s Line Dancing

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm.

Purple Life Trail Fitness Instruction 1-2 p.m.

Crochet & Knitting 10

9-10 a.m.

45

a.m.-12 p.m.

Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10

1:00 p.m., Rm. 45

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

Women’s Line Dancing 10-11:30 a.m.

a.m.; 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Meditative Moments

Chat Session 10 a.m.

Bingo 1- 2:00 p.m.

Piano Sing-along 11 a.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 8

Mind Teasers Pokeno 2-4 p.m., Rm. 35

12-1 p.m., Rm. 4

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday 10 - 11:30 a.m.,

Bingo 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7

Rm. 45

2-4 p.m.

- 12 p.m.

Non-Kosher

Kosher

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Mon., Oct. 17

JASA Closed in observance of Succoth

JASA Closed in observance of Succoth

Tues, Oct. 18

Orange juice, Grilled Caribbean chicken breast, Toasted barley w/onions, mixed vegetables and Whole wheat bread Alt: Egg salad

Spaghetti Meat sauce w/chunky peppers in tomato sauce Whole wheat bread

Wed., Oct. 19

Orange pineapple juice, Beef brisket w/tomatoes & onions, Mashed potatoes, Whole wheat bread and Steamed carrots Alt: Tuna salad

BBQ chicken Rice & beans Steamed kale Whole wheat bread

Orange juice, Salmon salad, Tricolor pasta salad, Green Thurs., bean salad, Whole wheat bread Oct. and Fresh fruit 20 Alt: Grilled Caribbean chicken breast Fri., Oct. 21

Apple juice, Italian roast chicken, Potato Kugel Cabbage w/shredded carrots, Fresh fruit and Challah bread Alt: Gefilte fish

Salisbury steak w/mushroom gravy California blend vegetables Smashed red potatoes Pork stir-fry w/vegetables Pita Halves Marinated beet salad Yuca

Upcoming Events/Trips

Rm. 4 1:00, Rm. 2

Beginner – 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Intermediate – 1:30–2:30 p.m.

Bartow Main office

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Thurs., Oct. 20

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

Walking Club

JASA Main Office

Fri., Oct. 21

JASA Closed in observance of Succoth

Date:

Card Games, Dominoes

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice.

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

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

Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161 New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made

Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 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: No refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – No exceptions!

Payments for trips can be made at all 3 centers. You can register for all trips starting the Monday after it has been published in the newspaper: JASA will not accept checks under $5.

(FREE) LiveOn NY – SCRIE Application Assistance SNAP (Food Stamps) – Friday, Oct. 28th, Nov. 11th & 25th, Dec. 9th & 23rd, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. First come, first served! JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. NY Common Pantry is partnering w/JASA NORC to do a six month long Live Healthy! Workshop. The workshop will focus on learning the difference between healthy & unhealthy choices; how to read nutrition labels and small steps you can take to create a lasting healthy lifestyle, 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 49, Mondays, Nov. 14th, Dec, 12th; 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7, Oct. 31st, Nov. 28th, Dec. 19th, tentative. Call 718-320-2066 to sign up. Please sign up for one location only.

Shoprite – Fri., Oct. 21st, $3, Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m.

JASA will be closed Tues., Oct. 25th.

Empire Casino – Wed., Oct. 26th, $5, Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m. (wait list).

JASA Dreiser Senior Center Open House – Wed., Oct. 26th, 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Calling all seniors 60 years and older! If you are not a member of our center yet come and take a tour and see all that we have to offer. Membership applications will be provided. Refreshments will be served.

Wal-Mart – Thurs., Oct. 27th, $15, Bartow - 8:30 a.m., Einstein - 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 9 a.m. WAIT LIST. Ridgehill – Fri., Oct. 28th - $7, Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. &

Dreiser – 10 a.m. (Wait list).

Central Avenue – Mon., Oct. 31st, $13, Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m. 2 hrs.

Xmas Tree Store, 1 hr. Trader Joe’s & 2 hrs. Amazing Savings.

Empire Casino – Wed., Nov. 2nd, $5, Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m.

Apple Picking – Outhouse Orchard, North Salem, NY, Thurs., Nov. 3rd, $8, Bartow – 9 a.m., Einstein - 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser – 9:30 a.m. Rome, Baldwin & Red Delicious apples (17 seats available).

Woodbury Commons – Mon., Nov. 7th, $15, Bartow - 8:30 a.m., Einstein 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 9 a.m.

Shoprite – Tues., Nov. 8th, $3, Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m.

Frick Museum – Wed., Nov. 9th, $20. The Frick Collection is known for distinguished Old Master paintings & outstanding examples of European sculpture & decorative arts. Bartow – 9 a.m., Einstein – 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser – 9:30 a.m.

September 11th Memorial & Museum – New Date – Thurs., Nov. 10th, $20. Self-guided tour starts at 11:45 for 2 hours. Bartow – 9 a.m., Einstein – 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser – 9:30 a.m. (wait list).

Fairway/BJ’s – Fri., Nov. 11th – $3.

Bartow - 9:30 a.m., Einstein - 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m.

Tanger Outlet – Wed., Nov. 16th, $18. Bartow - 8:30 a.m., Einstein 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 9 a.m.

Wal-Mart – Thurs., Nov. 17th, $15.

Bartow - 8:30 a.m., Einstein - 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 9 a.m.

Thanksgiving Party – Fri., Nov. 18th. Further information to follow.

Cirque Du Soleil Paramour – Sat., Nov. 19th, $60 lunch included, Lyric Theater, NYC, Orchestra seats. Coach bus. Pick-ups: Dreiser -12:15 p.m.; Bartow-12:30 p.m. and Einstein - 12:45 p.m.

CASH ONLY – NO CHECKS. Payments due November 9.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

AARP Chapter #4997 FYI: We’re having a party!! A Holiday Party is scheduled for Monday, December 12th, 1 – 4 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium “A,” $45/person. Contact Jean, (718) 379-3742, or the office, (718) 379-1946.

Please contact our Good & Welfare Coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-671-5493, about any of our members we have not heard from or seen in a few months. We want them to know that they are in our thoughts and prayers. Also, if you have a family member who has passed, please contact Frances.

2016 Tour Activities November 15 (Tuesday): Ace in the Hole @ the Royal Manor: A Tribute to the Temptations w/a family-style luncheon and shopping. Cost: $96. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

Friday, December 30 – January 1, 2017 – New Year’s Weekend Celebration at the Desmond Hotel; dinner/show the evening we arrive; breakfast buffet; Valley Forge Tour or Casino Excursion or shopping at the King of Prussia Mall; New Year’s Eve Party and New Year’s Day Brunch and show before leaving for home. Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

2017 Tour Activities March 17 – 24, 2017: 7-night Cruise to Cuba…

SOLD OUT (Wait-list available). Fly to Montego Bay, Jamaica; board Celestyal Cruise Ship to Santiago de Cuba; Havana, Mariola Gorde, Cienfuigo; roundtrip airfare, tours, food, drinks, taxes and port fees all included. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

—Delores Debnam

Einstein Cancer Fund

Goose Island Seniors Foxwoods Casino, CT. — Tuesday, November 29th. Price is $33. Rebate is $10 for slots, $10 for food. Pick-up: 8:30 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops: Einstein Loop, Asch Loop (by library) and Dreiser Loop (in front of the hardware store). The bus is USA Coach. Bring your Foxwoods I.D. card with you. See Ann or Mary to reserve your seat on the bus.

Bingo — Wednesday, October 19th, at 1:30 p.m., with Stephen Roberts, Sr., in our club room 39.

Members only. Admission is $1.25 for 3 cards and .25¢ each game. Twelve games will be played. Win up to $7 each game and the full card is $15 or more.

Refreshments and snacks will be served. Come early to get your lucky seat.

Trips for 2017 “Mama Mia” — Wednesday, June 7, 2017 at Westchester Broadway Dinner Theatre, Elmsford, NY. Come and have a great day with us. Price is $79 includes dinner, show and transportation. We only have 40 seats. Only a few seats left. First come, first served. A small deposit will hold your seat at theatre.

See Arm or Mary.

“Come Blow Your Horn” — Thursday, October 12, 2017 at the Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, NJ. Come dine with us and enjoy a play, Neil Simon's Hilarious Comedy. Price is $79 for dinner, show and transportation. A $5 deposit will hold your reservation.

See Ann or Mary for reservations.

Our Lounge — Come sit and relax, read a book from our library, play cards every Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Members only.

Join our club for $15 per year. Special for 2016, $5 from now to the end of December.

Happy birthday and happy anniversary to all members who celebrate their day in the month of October: Miriam Lunenfeld, Lydia Ruas, Marilyn Shennan, Betty Ruiz, Bess Manger, Phyllis Curia, Norma Vigilance, Alberta Green, Joan Rosa, Wilhelmina Thomas, Brenda Johnson, and Joyce Stanley.

With heavy heart, all our members of Goose Island Seniors are saddened by the loss of three longtime members: Marlyn Gluck, Harriet Gittler,

In observance of the High Holy Days of Rosh Hashanah, we wish all our members, friends and family health peace prosperity and many blessings Thursday, Nov. 10 – Sands Casino, $35 per person, and receive the casino bonus of $20 slot play and $5 voucher for food. Pick-up is at 8:30 a.m. at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

Please bring your casino card with a valid photo I.D. Thursday, October 27th – Crab Shanty members’ luncheon, 1:30 p.m. Members can bring their friends.

Members cost is $28 and friends. Your menu choices: lobster (broiled or baked), shrimps (broiled or fried or shrimp scampi), BBQ chicken or ribs, chicken parmesan, snow crab legs or broiled filet of Tilapia.

Soup, salad, vegetables, beverages and desserts will also be served. Payments for the luncheon must be made by October 24th.

“Born Yesterday” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, April 26, 2017. Cost per person is $79, which can be paid off by April 1st, 2017. A small deposit of $5 or more will hold your reservation. You will be issued receipts for your deposits. “Born Yesterday” was a huge comedy hit on film which featured Judy Holiday. You will enjoy this show as well as those who saw the movie.

For all of the above luncheon shows and all of the agendas listed above, please call Lydia at 718-671-3005 or Annie Eutsey at 718-320-1874 for dues and donations.

As always, remember to give a call to the homebounds and those in nursing homes. Your calls will cheer them up and they will know they are always in your thoughts and prayers.

—Lydia Ruas

Mildred Morgenstern and our dear Michael Frasch.

All our prayers and condolences are sent to their family.

Note: For information, call Goose Island Seniors at 718-379-9613 or visit us Monday - Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 39. You can also call Mary at 718-379-4899 and she will return your call. Leave a message and your phone number.

Good health to all.

—Mary Pilla

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Reflections

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

During the week of “Succos� (the Feast of Tabernacles) we obey the Biblical command, “You shall dwell in Succos (Booths) for a seven day period. (Leviticus 23:42). This year, the holiday begins on Sunday evening, October 16th.

Thankfulness to the Almighty, along with the conservation of and the taking of inspiration from the environment, can be characterized as the great themes of the holiday of Sukkos (Festival of Tabernacle) which begins on Sunday evening.

Sukkos is known also as the Season of our Joy, its rich array of rituals and multiple symbols largely embodied by the Sukkan-Tabernacle itself, single out heaven, nature and humanity for interaction. In combination, these entities in peaceful unity frame Sukkos’ portrait of total life.

But it is in a corner of the holiday, in the nuances of its observances, that there is a lesson dealing with an immediate issue of our day.

This nagging concern addresses the outrage that in this time of plenty for many in this fruitful land, there is still considerable impoverishment. Yet some continue to grasp for too much, for everything they can get for themselves.

Counteracting this, the holiday of Sukkos (Festival of Tabernacle) reminds us of the preeminence of taking joy in having the basic needs of secure shelter and nutritious food that sustain life. The kernel of teaching within the celebration then, is the acceptance of the idea that enough to maintain, to grow and to realize the full potential of each life is really enough. In the fruitful ambiance of the Sukkah, always allowing for the sight of the mysterious sky above this message of simple satisfaction becomes credo.

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. If no one is in the office, leave a message and we will get back as soon as possible.

Shabbat ends today October 15, at 6:56 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, October 21st, is 5:48 p.m.

The synagogue has Services Saturday morning at 9 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush. We need all Jewish men, if you can give 2 hours Saturday between 10 a.m. and noon, we need your help to make a minyan. Saturday October 15, Cantor Daniel Sayani will conduct the services.

Holiday Schedule October 16th, Sukkot eve. Candle lighting, 5:54 p.m.

October 17th and 18th, Sukkot Holiday, Morning Service both days at 9 a.m.

October 17th, Candle lighting after 6:53 p.m.

October 23rd, Candle lighting, 5:44 p.m.

October 24th, Shimini Atzeret, morning service, 9 a.m. Yizkor, 10:45 a.m.; candle light, 6:43 p.m.

October 24th, evening services, 5:54 p.m. (dancing with the Torah) Oct. 25th, Simchat Torah, morning service, 9 a.m., Holiday ends at 6:42 p.m.

Good And Welfare: We sell Tree Certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazol Tov to all having Simchas. If you’re ill, wishing all a speedy recovery. Wishing Marilyn Sherman a very special birthday and many more; also Rabbi Daniel Kronengold, very happy birthday.

Keep The Date Open – On Sunday, November 20th, we will have a Pre-Holiday fundraiser which will include a meal and bingo. More details will follow next week.

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends a very special and sweet holidays. —Gary Schwartz

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m.

Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome.

On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after candle-lighting time. Saturday morning services start at

9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m.

The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon.

For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Read and follow the Co-op City Times online at http://issuu.com/cctimes Issuu app now available for iOS and Android devices.

Try your luck with the Men’s Club.

Our final trip of the year, we are going to the Tropicana Casino Holiday Jubilee Show on Monday, November 21st. This show compares to Radio City Christmas Spectacular. If you went to the Magic Illusionist show in August, you’ll enjoy this show.

The cost of the trip is $35 per person. You will receive $15 slot play and a complimentary ticket worth $25. This is a $40 value. I’ve seen the similar show last year, it was very enjoyable. The show is 1 hour long. If you are requesting in a special seat on the bus, make a reservation early, this trip is selling out fast. Payment is due by November 18th.

Everyone in the community can attend our trips. You need a Tropicana Casino Card, or government picture ID, passport, non- or driver’s license to receive the bonus. On the bus, we provide a drink, snack, play bingo, and a 50/50 raffle. On the way home, we show a movie. We keep you entertained and the ride goes fast.

The bus stops and returns to all 3 shopping centers. We leave Einstein Loop at 8 a.m. by the supermarket, Asch Loop by the back of the library at 8:15 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 8:25 a.m. by the hardware store. We will return to Co-op City around 8:30 p.m. depending on the traffic.

For reservations, call Gary at 718-671-8424 or Bruce, 718-320-2234. Please make out check or money order to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Lobby, Building 27B, Bronx, New York 10475.

Hope to see you on the trip. Wishing everyone good health, and peaceful year.

To all our Jewish friends of the Men’s Club, a happy and healthy New Year. —Gary Schwartz

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210 National Association for the Ad-vancement of Colored People. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. President: Jerome Rice.

Office telephone: (718) 320-3210. Address: 135 Einstein Community Center, room 36. Office hours: Monday – Wednesday – Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Theme: Our Lives Matter – Our Votes Count Note: General Membership meeting is Sunday, October 23 at 3 p.m. , Inc. Membership Campaign: Lifeblood of the George Farr - Funeral Director association. Your member(718) 828-1700 / 914-654-1700 ship dollars help lead the

fight for freedom, justice and equality. The commu1528 Castle Hill Avenue nity at large is invited to Bronx, NY 10462 join the Co-op City www.shalomjewish.com Branch #2210. Become a new member, renew, Services from Our Chapel, Graveside or Synagogue recruit, gift or sponsor an Parking Facilities • Pre-Arrangements We honor pre-plan arrangements from other funeral homes. annual membership for

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self or another. Adult regular membership is $30 and Youth membership is $10. We have some exciting and challenging projects planned and we need your help. We look forward to working with you to go forward and meet the mandates of the NAACP. Voter Registration is an ongoing activity, registration forms available in office.

General Election is November 8th. Every election is an important election. Be prepared to VOTE! If you don’t vote, don’t complain.

Save the Dates Announcement: Notice of September, October Meetings and November Election.

Please note the following General Membership meetings of the branch for the purpose of elections of officers as follows: president, vice president, secretary, asst. secretary, treasurer, asst. treasurer and members-at-large. The term of the Executive Committee for officers elected is 2 years, effective January 1, 2017 – December 31, 2018. Candidate consent forms available at the office. • October 23 – Membership Meet at 3 p.m. Floor nominations & Supervisory Committee selections.

November 8 General Election – PLEASE GET OUT & VOTE! November 8 – Dinners *November 27 – Membership meet & Election at 2-6 p.m.

December 18 – End of year Membership Meeting & Celebration at 3 p.m. —Jerome L. Rice

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Newsong Church

Church of the New Vision

Have you ever wondered about the “Holy Spirit?” We know about God the Father and God the Son, but just who is the Holy Spirit and what does He do? This month, we’re talking about the Spirit of life...the essence of truth...The voice of God Himself. He has always been here, and He will always remain. He leads us and guides us down the right path...He comforts and counsels us...He fills us and empowers us...He’s not an “it,” He’s not a “force” and He’s not at all “weird.” He is the Holy Spirit and He wants to know you! We invite you to join us as we explore the power and comfort of the One who resides in every true follower of Jesus. Join us this Sunday for week three of The Ghost!

Newsong Church is a multi-cultural church that believes God has a purpose and a plan for your life. We exist to reach people who are far away from God, and teach them how to follow Jesus step-by-step. That’s why you will find our Sunday Worship Experience to be so warm and friendly. We’re not concerned about where you’ve been, but where you’re going. We’ve all got a past, we all made mistakes.

When you step into our worship experience, you’ll find that we’re all broken people, allowing God to put us back together. We’re not perfect, but God is! As God puts us back together, we’re realizing that although our past has shaped us, it does not define us! We’re finding out that not only does God love us with a radical and unconditional love, but that He loves us just as we are! At Newsong Church, we believe that the Bible is the greatest book ever written, containing the greatest story ever told, and that each of us is part of His-story! In fact, we have a saying at our church: “If you’re not dead, God’s not done with you!” We don’t just believe this for the adults, but for our children as well!

At Newsong Church we’re so passionate about our children learning about Jesus, that we created a church just for them called “Kidsong!” At Kidsong, our children learn about Jesus in a safe, fun, age-appropriate learning environment!

We also have a fully staffed nursery!

We hope that you will join us this Sunday, as we continue our teaching series, “The Ghost.” Our Worship Experience is located at 177 Dreiser Loop, Auditorium B. Our service starts at 11 a.m. Deaf interpretation is available during our adult worship experience. If you have any questions, you can contact us: Church office: 140 Alcott Place Bldg.19. Office hours: Tuesday - Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Phone: 718-708-8385.

For more information, check out our website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; email: info@newsongchurchnyc.org.

You can also interact with us on social media! Facebook: www.facebook.com/ newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @newsongchurchBX; Instagram: @newsongchurchBX. Our Newsong family is here for you, stop by this Sunday and experience the difference! God bless you!

—Pastor Mike Tolone

Pastor Kenneth Hodge and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning.

The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching and a general atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality.

We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday Morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

Midday bible study resumes every Tuesday 12:00 p.m.

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. Upcoming Events Please come out for a discussion of the book, “Unmasking the Jezebel Spirit,”

by John Paul Jackson on Saturday, October 15, at 11 a.m. Books can be ordered through Amazon, Christian Books or downloaded through your e-reader. We look forward to an enjoyable afternoon with an enlightening discussion and Christian fellowship. Kindly contact Sis. L Scott at 718-671-2623 for further information.

Our Annual Building Fund Banquet will be celebrated on Saturday, November 5th, from 1 to 5:00 p.m. at the Seashore Restaurant on City Island. Tickets are: adults, $60; children 12 and under, $25. For tickets, you may contact the church at 718-671-8746.

Save the date! Saturday, November 12 at 2:00 p.m. The Next Generation for Christ presents a Youth Explosion and Building Fund Fundraiser. Adult tickets $10, youth 17 and under are FREE. Church of the New Vision supports Breast Cancer Awareness. Saturday, November 19th from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. the Women’s Fellowship will sponsor a St. Barnabas Hospital Mobile Mammography Van of which will be stationed outside of the church conducting free mammograms. Register by contacting Sis. Loretta Scott at 718-671-2623 or by email LiScott_2000@yahoo.com Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; telephone: 718-671-8746 or 203-374-3020. Our mailing address is Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475.

Please visit our website at www.churchofnewvision.com.

—Carole Haque

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

You are invited to attend services on the following days: Sunday School for all age group begins at 10:30 a.m.; Worship service starts at noon.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held from 11 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

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

Fridays: Youth service starts at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: A Transformed life.

The believers life is transformed by the power of God to a conquering life style through Christ Jesus.

Romans 12:1-2 &10-18 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God. (10-18) Be kindly affection one to another with brotherly love, in honoring preferring one another. Not slothful in business, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord.

Rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing instant in prayer. Distributing to the necessity of saints; given to hospitality. Bless them which persecute you, bless and curse not. Rejoice with them that do rejoice and weep with them that weep. Be of the same mind one toward another, mind not high things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits.

Recompense to no man evil for evil, provide things honest in the sight of all men.

If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men. The plan of God for salvation of mankind spans all of time, bears the price tag of the blood of Jesus, and offers all people a brand new start. Paul expounded on these marvelous truths in the Book of Romans. We have read of the hopeless plight of sinful mankind, of the miracle of deliverance and of the joyous promise of restoration. In Romans, chapter 12, Paul gave some very practical direction about the application of this truth to our daily lives. It is essential that we have an understanding of foundational doctrines such as faith, justification, and divine guidance. But the Scriptures do not leave us to live our lives in the realm of the theoretical. This lifechanging gospel calls us to a place of commitment that will affect the way we live and how we interact with other people. It is important that we study the Bible every day and meditate on the word; we will find grace, strength, joy, peace to overcome the trials of life. God’s grace is sufficient to keep us every day. Our duty is to remain faithful to God in whatever area. He has called us to work.

For further information, call Rev. R. Sibblies, 718-324-0334.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Don’t forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. As Stevie Wonder said at the Grammys, “We need to make every single thing accessible to every person with a disability.” It is also important to remember that not all disabilities are visible. Someone who appears to be healthy may have a physical or developmental disability.

October is awareness month for AIDS, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Depression, Down Syndrome and Spina Bifida. This is a good opportunity to learn about these diseases and disabilities or others which may affect your friends, family members or neighbors. It is a good time to learn about your neighbors and celebrate your differences and similarities. Knowledge is power; the more you learn, the stronger you become.

I would like to give a special shout out to my avid readers who I had the privilege of meeting at the Co-op City Department of Public Safety’s “Coffee with a Cop” event this past Thursday. Some of the photos will be appearing in this issue of the Co-op City Times and others will appear on the Co-op City Department of Public Safety’s Twitter page @CCPDnyc. Thank you for attending our event and giving us feedback on the articles. There will be more “Coffee with a Cop” events in the future. Stay safe, stay healthy and call us anytime at (718) 671-3050 and 9-1-1 if something doesn’t seem quite right. Immediately following Thursday’s event, observant cooperators provided us with information which led to an arrest.

Association of Building 14 Cooperators We have a busy season ahead of us (starting this weekend) and your Association of Building 14 Cooperators wants you to be informed. Please mark your calendar!

October 14 and 16 – Annual Building Dues collection in the lobby October 22nd – Decorate lobby for Halloween October 26th – Regular Building Association Meeting November 11-17th – Building Food Drive; Holiday Gift Giveaway November 17th – Meet & Greet in building lobby November 19th – Decorate lobby for Thanksgiving December 2nd-4th – Holiday Collection for Building Staff December 7th – Decorate Christmas tree and start lobby for holiday season December 10th – Annual Holiday Party in the lobby Questions: Contact us: theab14c@hotmail.com. Association officer phone numbers in lobby bulletin board.

—Josie Ferguson

What shareholders need to know about noise complaints Shareholders experiencing undue and/or incessant noise coming from a neighboring apartment or home, are advised to call Public Safety, (718) 671-3050.

After the call is received and the location is noted, officers will be dispatched to the home of the shareholder calling in the complaint. When they arrive at the home of that shareholder, they must be allowed to enter the home of the shareholder to confirm that there is noise from a neighboring home that is loud enough to be considered a violation of Co-op City regulations designed to ensure each home’s quality of life.

After the investigating officers confirm the noise and determine it to be loud enough to be considered a violation, then a community complaint will be issued against the shareholder of record of the offending home.

The fine for the first offense is $25 and doubles for each fine thereafter.

If the investigating officers determine that the noise is non-existent or not loud enough to be considered a substantial disturbance of the peace in that home, the shareholder will still have the option of signing an affidavit which will officially file a noise complaint in his or her name against the shareholder of record in the alleged offending home and that alleged offending shareholder will then have the right to appeal.

Truman Mustangs remain undefeated A trip to Brooklyn last Saturday afternoon to play the formidable James Madison High School squad proved more than worthwhile for the Truman Mustangs as the reigning New York City Bowl Division Champions from Co-op City defeated Madison, 38 to 18, to remain undefeated on the season with five consecutive wins so far.

To illustrate the strength of this season’s Truman team, the 20-point margin of victory was actually the tightest game they played this season with previous wins being by margins of 26, 38, and 40, with a fourth won by forfeit.

Saturday’s game also marked the first time all year that Truman actually trailed in a game allowing the Madison offense to drive down the field and score for a 6 to 0 lead on its first possession after the opening kick-off. A series of successful passing plays executed by quarterback Justin Harris, the longest being for 28 yards, allowed Truman to quickly respond. Stand-out running back Ramon Jefferson took it in from the 5 yard line and Mayon Purser scored the two-point conversion for an 8 to 6 lead after the end of the first quarter.

The Mustangs’ good fortune would be short-lived as the Madison return took the ensuing kick-off and ran 70 yards for a touchdown and a 12 to 8 lead.

But not panicking, the Mustangs regained their focus and took charge of the game with two methodical touchdown drives and a 20 to 12 halftime lead.

Standout kick-returner Imotep Cromer ran back the opening second-half kick-off for a 72-yard touchdown to open the third quarter for a 26 to 12 lead.

Later in the quarter, Madison answered with a punt return of their own to cut the lead to 26 to 18 keeping the victory still within their reach at least until in the fourth quarter when the Mustangs turned to the ground and pound game led by back Trevor Carson and the outstanding Mustangs offensive line for another touchdown and a 32 to 18 lead.

The final score of the game came on a busted play as Quarterback Harris escaped the Madison rush just before improvising by flipping the ball to Ramon Jefferson who then scrambled 60 yards for the game’s final score and a 38 to 18 win.

Today is Homecoming Day on the Truman field in Co-op City as they take on undefeated Springfield Gardens at noon. All residents are encouraged to come out and cheer on their local high school team. All attendees are asked to wear pink to show their support for the first against cancer. Proceeds from the game will go towards cancer research.

“The Mustangs are teaming up with St. Jude Children’s Hospital to help families and save lives,” said Assistant coach Brian Williams.

He added: “You play how you practice so this week it will be about special teams and swarm tackling. No mistakes this week and we will be fine against Springfield, a well-coached team.”

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Hill, who had served as an aide to Thomas at the Department of Education and the EEOC during the 1980s, alleged that the Supreme Court nominee had repeatedly made sexually offensive comments to her in an apparent campaign of seduction. Beginning on October 11, 1991, the Senate Judiciary Committee held four days of televised hearings on Hill’s charges.

Americans were shocked by both the frankness of Hill’s lurid testimony and the unsympathetic response of the all-male committee, some of whom were openly antagonistic toward Hill. Thomas, meanwhile, denied the charges, and some witnesses called on his behalf cast doubt on Hill’s character and mental stability. On October 15, the Senate narrowly voted to approve Thomas’ confirmation.

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