Co-op City Times 10/20/18

Co-op City Celebrates 50 Years Of Cooperative Living 2018

Vol. 53 No. 42

Saturday, October 20, 2018

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Strong Demand Continues For Co-op City Apartments

Another Successful Year For The NYC Disabilities Expo

Co-op City apartments remain in great demand from residents throughout New York City who keep finding this community to be their top choice for affordable living.

Applications continue to come in from potential new shareholders, keeping the supply of available apartments very low. From January 2017 through September 2018, there were 3,189 new applications received by the Riverbay Sales department.

Turnover also remains very low for the same period of the past 21 months. During that time frame, there were 681 move-ins and 669 move-outs in Co-op City.

The occupancy rate in September was 98.4% with only 254 vacant apartments of the total of 15,372 apartments. Of those vacancies, the Sales department assigned 161 apartments to potential shareholders. The largest category of assigned apartments is one bedrooms without terraces, fol-

The Second Annual NYC Disabilities Expo was held last Sunday, October 14, by the Co-op City Seventh-day Adventist Church, in collaboration with the Riverbay’s Disabilities Committee and State Senator Jamaal Bailey.

The expo was held in the Einstein Community Center in Co-op City and is geared towards informing and educating the public of services available to those Organizers of the 2nd Annual NYC Disabilities Expo, held with disabilities.

Last week, Cheryl Silvera, founder and last Sunday, Oct.14, in Einstein Center, showed attendees one of the primary organizers of the how to build inclusionary bridges through the arts.

Photo by Toriea McCauseland annual Disabilities Expo, told the Co-op Times that the aim of the expo, which has been growing since its inception, is to create an those in need of them. environment of learning while spreading awareness, “As a person living with a disability and as a community leader, I pray that the bridges we are as well as providing information on products and services that otherwise might not be well known to (Continued on page 2)

BY JIM ROBERTS

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BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

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

Co-op City Leads The Bronx In Animal Waste Cleanliness

Co-op City’s well-kept grounds.

Co-op City residents will be surprised to learn that someone is keeping track of the number of complaints about animal and human waste in the U.S. Shareholders will be pleased, however, to find that Co-op City ranks as the cleanest area in the Bronx for smelly, messy (Continued on page 2)

BY JIM ROBERTS

CAUTION! Co-op City Bus Shelters Part Of City-Wide Inspections

Earlier this month, bus shelters in Residents may have noticed the Staten Island were compromised due bright yellow caution tape covering (Continued on page 4) bus stops around Co-op City.

That’s because on Monday, October 15, outdoor advertising corporation, JCDeaux, who acquired the bus shelters three years ago, decided to confine bus shelters to conduct city-wide safety inspections due to a recent roof collapse in Staten Island.

In the Bronx, about half of the 446 “first-generation” bus shelters, those that are at least six years old, were inspected as of late Wednesday, October 17, according to a representative for JCDeaux.

As of Thursday, October 18, the Bronx had only four shelters needing repairs – three near Riverdale and one near the Crotona sections of the Bronx; with two in Riverdale still awaiting repairs. There’s “no notation of any problems at Co-op On Monday, October 15, outdoor advertising City, and none of the shel- corporation, JCDeaux, wrapped bus shelters in ters have been found to be caution tape to keep riders safe while conductin need of long-term repair,” ing city-wide safety inspections due to a recent the representative con- roof collapse in Staten Island. firmed.

Photos by Toriea McCauseland

BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

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stated; “Once we’re able to understand each other truly, the better off we’ll be. It’s really important to partner with the community, the Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church, Riverbay, the many government organizations and not-for-profit organizations that focus on disabilities, both those that are physical and developmental in nature. It’s important that we can continue to put people before their disability. It’s essential that people with disabilities are respected just like everybody else. It’s about time that people with disabilities are treated with the respect that they need and deserve. Let’s continue to advocate for our friends in this community.”

Although this year’s Expo took place in a new location, organizers plan to make next year’s event bigger and better. Ms. Leslie explained: “This year, we had to scale down due to space. Next year, we hope to be back in Dreiser Auditorium which is a larger and more accessible space where we will be able to host many more vendors and a variety of speakers along with entertainment.”

Mr. Kojo Apau II also noted: “Although we were faced with the challenge of space, accommodation and having to contact only a select number of our potential vendors, a lot of people attended, and we are excited about that. It was a success, and we will do it again, by God’s grace, to enhance our communities!”

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on garage roofs, new heat exchangers in residential buildings, digital control system for the cogeneration plant, building transformers, fire alarm systems in the community centers, basketball courts and floor coatings in the garages.

According to the findings from the StreetEasy report, the rent increases since 2010 have done the most damage to rents in the least expensive sector of the housing market.

The lowest 20% of the housing market rents have increased by an annual average hike of 4.9%, with a 3% increase this year alone. That average increase for the lowest rental segment is 25% higher than the overall rental market, meaning those at the lowest income levels are being hit with the biggest rent increases.

The lowest wage earners in New York City – about 800,000 of the 4.1 million people working in New York – saw the lowest wage growth in addition to facing the biggest rent increases. Incomes in that group actually fell 1.1% over the seven-year period.

building will withstand the test of time,” said Ms. Silvera, “that others will catch a vision of this magnificent effort and join with us in making the lives of all people of equal value, visibility and honor.”

The program opened with a word of prayer, followed by an introduction from the host, Sir Jonas Kojo Apau II, Head Elder at Co-op City’s SeventhDay Adventist Church. The day’s events continued with mental health, disaster preparedness clinics, and workshops. Those who attended the wheelchair clinic got a chance to get onsite wheelchair inspections and medical equipment advice.

The Co-op City Police Department showed demonstrations of how they transport residents via the staircase during emergency evacuation situations, where they need to take the individual and leave the wheelchair behind. Also, while sticking with the theme of the day, “building inclusionary bridges through the arts,” attendees got a chance to view an art exhibit that featured local artists, as well as a musical performance by Christian singing group, Groupo Ammi.

Andrea Leslie, chair of the Disabilities & Accommodations Committee, acknowledged: “The expo event is important to the community as we are not only the largest Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC), but our residents also make up one of the largest disabled communities therefore lowed by two bedrooms without terraces.

Finding affordable housing in safe neighborhoods with the wide array of shopping, open green space and low crime conditions that Co-op City offers is difficult to find in New York.

Finding affordable housing in safe neighborhoods with the wide array of shopping, open green space and low crime conditions that Co-op City offers is difficult to find in New York.

According to a study released by StreetEasy, a real estate search engine, asking rents in New York City rose on average 3.9% each year from 2010 to 2017. A typical apartment asking $2,000 per month for rent in 2010 would now ask $2,657 per month, an increase of 30%.

By comparison, the average carrying charge per room in Co-op City rose from $192.22 to $220.54 ($28 per room) during the same period, an increase of 13% total over the seven-year span. Since 2011, annual carrying charge increases in Co-op City have averaged 2.23%.

Animal waste

networking and connecting to service providers is vital for some of our community members to remain in the community. The expo provides a great service for the community and the Tri-State area.”

Lenise Lee-Streeter of Section Two, praised the organizers of the expo. She said: “I have a niece who is handicapped and we wanted to come out to find out more information about what’s going on. For it being our first time here, I thought it was beneficial.

We found some excellent services that’ll help fix her wheelchair, and that’s a great thing for us here. I think events like this should happen more often because it’s beneficial to get this information and to know what services are out here. There are some services that we aren’t aware of, may benefit from, and be a part of.”

Augusta Terzol of Section One, said: “I have a brother who has mental health issues. I came here so I can gain any additional information that I can help him with and have received some new resources that I could take home. There are quite a few people in this community who have disabilities. So, I think it’s beneficial to have this every year, so one person tells another, and hopefully, the event will continue to grow. It seems that more people are coming in every year.”

Senator, Jamaal T. Bailey, a co-sponsor of the expo, spoke with the Co-op City Times during the event. He Co-op City has been able to stay affordable by stabilizing its financial condition over the past five years. Riverbay has $39.9 million in reserves to help pay for much of the millions of dollars needed to fund the capital work that the 50-year old community’s buildings and facilities require. Riverbay also has $49 million in operating budget funds.

The largest capital project that Riverbay will undertake over the next five years, modernizing all 160 elevators in the residential buildings, has begun with work in some of the 16 elevators in the garages.

Elevator construction in the residential buildings will occur 10 elevators at a time, utilizing 10 work crews. The 16 phases of the project will take from four to five years to complete. Each elevator will be out of service for 11 to 13 weeks during the construction period.

Other major capital projects planned in the 50year-old Co-op City complex include balcony and façade work, waterproofing of porticos, new lobby entrances, storefronts, removal of concrete beams

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poop sightings.

RealtyHop, a national real estate website, examined the number of complaints that callers made to 3-1-1 in New York, San Francisco and Chicago and isolated the neighborhoods where the most calls were made.

Last year, San Francisco led the poop parade with an astounding 20,890 complaints while New York City totaled 2,458 calls. Chicago only reported 955 sightings of human and animal waste.

Within New York, the Bronx was the borough with the most calls last year with 7-1-1 complaints, or 16.9 calls per square mile, according to RealtyHop. Staten Island was the cleanest borough last year with just 2.4 poop complaints per square mile.

The Bronx was also home to the city’s most poop-filled neighborhood: Soundview-Bruckner sees an average of 46 yearly complaints per 10,000 households, RealtyHop found.

The cleanest neighborhood in the Bronx was Co-op City with just 2.1 average yearly complaints per 10,000 households.

The New York City Department of Health estimates that there are more than 400,000 dogs in the five boroughs, even though only 84,000 dogs are legally registered.

Plenty of residents will report that Co-op City has an unpleasant problem of dog owners not cleaning up after their pets. But because the community has a nodog policy, except for medically-prescribed comfort dogs, the scourge of waste is lower here than almost everywhere else in New York.

Trapped Raccoon

Public Safety’s ESU officers removed a raccoon on Friday morning that was trapped in the ceiling of the Co-op City Times office in the Bartow Center. The raccoon had been vandalizing the office since earlier this week in search of food. Public Safety Officer Steve Grosvenor found food that the raccoon had stowed away in the ceiling on Thursday and called in the exterminator to set traps with peanut butter. The raccoon took the bait that night and was safely removed by ESU Officers Matthew Coletti and Efraim Cordero so that the Co-op City Times staff could focus on their work to meet this week’s publication deadline.

Photos by Rozaan Boone

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ADHD Walk At PS 160

On Friday, October 26, at 9 a.m., the Walt Disney Magnet STEAM School PS 160 in Education Park in Co-op City will be hosting a walk to raise awareness for ADHD. The event will take place on the Section 5 greenway and all are welcome to join in and participate.

School-Parent Saturday Round Table Discussions

PS 160 will host a group roundtable discussions among the school community and parents next Saturday, October 27, from 10 a.m. until noon at 4140 Hutchinson River Parkway East. Special guest Executive Superintendent Meisha Ross Porter will be in attendance speaking to parents about affecting change in education. For further information, please contact Ms. Gray at kgray6@school.nyc.gov.

Census Bureau To Hold Assessment Exercise Oct. 29

The Census has suspended the usual testing for hiring field representatives and instead will now be doing assessment exercises.

The first assessment exercise will be held in Co-op City on Monday, Oct. 29, at the American Legion Post 1871 at 10 a.m. sharp.

The process is simple and interested candidates for field representatives are invited to participate.

Anyone who took the test previously and or was unable to make an appointment is encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.

Space is limited so please call today to register. Walk-in’s are welcomed. You must bring two forms of photo ID. For an appointment, please contact Adeyemi LaCrown Toba at (347) 327-6288.

Keep in Prayer

We ask the entire Co-op City community to join us in keeping our colleague, Mr. Joe Boiko, Riverbay’s Director of Special Projects, in your prayers.

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CLAAY Launches With First Meeting Meet Our Future Leaders

Leadership Action Among Youth) I am excited to announce that the empowers young people to have a C.L.A.A.Y (Cooperative Leadervoice in decisions that affect them.

Youth who participate in activities ship Action Among Youth) program and decisions that adults control is has begun. I would like to thank not true engagement. Genuine everyone who supported and came youth engagement requires that out to the informational sessions. I young people have actual authority would like to especially thank Team and responsibility, as well as opC.L.A.A.Y and the volunteers who portunities to develop the skills helped on Saturday, October 13 – needed to make sound decisions.

Board Directors Cheryl Jenkins, For programs, community organiLeslie Peterson and Jerome Rice, zations and policymakers, it means and shareholders Jorge Martinez, Patina Carter-Clarke and Christine Riverbay Board Director Leah Richardson (center) working as partners with youth, inAdderley. is joined by directors Jerome Rice and Cheryl stead of making decisions for them Young people are key to effec- Jenkins at the first session for the C.L.A.A.Y. pro- or only providing services to them.

Young people become agents of tive community decision making gram held on Oct. 13 and positive outcomes for society. This program explores change instead of targets to be changed.

Our program will help the youths develop research, leadprinciples and strategies for engaging youth and young adults in decisions that affect them and the well-being of ership, community organizing, and decision-making skills. their communities. The goal of C.L.A.A.Y (Cooperative As young people develop their full civic potential, their

BY LEAH RICHARDSON

Young Co-op City residents will develop research and leadership skills while participating in C.L.A.A.Y. programs to help guide the future of their community.

Riverbay Board Director Leslie Peterson (left) explains the goals and mission of C.L.A.A.Y. at the meeting for participants held last Saturday.

Co-op City’s Einstein Senior Center Breast Cancer Awareness Day

Engaging the future leaders of the Co-op City community by giving them responsibilities while they learn is one mission that C.L.A.A.Y. will bring to the community.

lives and the well-being of their communities improve.

C.L.A.A.Y. is dedicated to providing excellence to the youth of our community We have extended our application due date. The new deadline date is Friday, October 26. If you are interested, please contact: Leah Richardson at 917-495-0585 or Michelle Sajous at 320-3300 ext. 3532. The program runs from October 13 – December 22, 2018.

The next meeting of CLAAY will be on Saturday, Oct. 27 at 10 a.m. in rm. 31, Bartow Center.

Sunday Sunrise

Co-op City’s JASA Senior Center had its first Breast Cancer Awareness Day event last Tuesday, October 16. The event was created to give information and resources to senior-survivors and those whose life has changed because of the disease. Guest speaker, Desiree Walker, advocate, and educator, from SHARE, a national nonprofit that supports educates, and empowers women affected by breast or ovarian cancer, with a special focus on medically underserved communities, advised those in the audience on how to make anti-cancer lifestyle changes. There were how-to breast selfexam demonstrations, vendors onsite including, Moving for Life and representatives from Montefiore’s BOLD program.

Attendees walked away with a wealth of knowledge, pink ribbons and a gift commemorating the event.

Photos By Toriea McCauseland

Photo by Elijah Bernard

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Students From PS 153x Visit Rivers Run Community Garden

Happy 90th Birthday, Mr. Sarjeant!

The Sarjeant family would like to extend best wishes to Herbert Sarjeant of Building 6, as he celebrates his 90th birthday on October 26.

Herbert was married to his loving wife, Edlyn Sarjeant, for over 50 years. He continues to miss her after her passing in 2013. Herbert has five children, six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. He has many family and friends who love him dearly.

A retiree from the Ford Motor Company, Herbert loves to dance and enjoys listening to music.

Best wishes and many more blessing for this wonderful milestone 90th birthday.

—Marline Sarjeant

Fourth graders from Co-op City’s P.S.153x started their day a little differently this past Wednesday when they spent part of their morning planting daffodils and participating in informative activities in the local Rivers Run garden.

The students were broken into four groups and rotated between a tour of the garden, a yoga session, an informational session on the importance of composting and environmental conservation, and lastly, a session on bullying and how to confront and deal with a bullying situation.

Riverbay Board director and president of the Co-op City branch of the NAACP, Jerome Rice, along with Sergeant Yasmine Taylor of the Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) spearhead the bullying conversation with the children using a parable story to teach about the consequences of bullying.

“If you are in a group and one of your friends teases someone else and you laugh, you are also bullying someone,” Mr. Rice said to the students. “Bullying can have a long-term effect on someone. It is everybody’s job in this circle to tell somebody if you’re being bullied.”

Sergeant Taylor reminded the students that they have to always be mindful of their actions and to treat others how they would want to be treated themselves.

“If you keep that in the back of your mind, you know that if you don’t want to be teased, then you wouldn’t tease other people.” Sgt. Taylor said.

“The younger ones still go online; they’re still aware of cyber bullying,” Riverbay Board director and co-founder of the Rivers Run Community Garden, Leslie Peterson, said. “So between the cyber bullying, plain old bullying in school and different things that you do while you’re in class that you may not think is bullying or a name that you may call one of your classmates may not seem like bullying, but it still has an effect.”

The fourth graders will return to Rivers Run in the spring to visit the daffodils Photos by Brandon Ortiz they planted.

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Bus Shelters

to problems with bolts and corrosion causing the roof to collapse. “There was corrosion discovered in 71 bolts out of 8,600 citywide. Most of the problems involved one bolt with a potential problem, either corrosion or otherwise, some with two that needed attending to, but no repeat of the four bolts that failed at the Staten Island unit that kicked off this whole process,” said the JCDeaux representative.

Inspections as of Friday, October 19, included 308 of the 446 bus shelters in the Bronx, leaving 138 awaiting completion, which are expected to be done by tomorrow, Sunday, at the latest. There are now ten shelters in the Bronx that are awaiting repair, none of those being near the Co-op City area. Removal of yellow tape and signs will take place as shelters are inspected, cleared, and reopened for use. Riders with questions or concerns about bus shelters are encouraged to call 3-1-1.

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Disabilities Expo Residents across the tri-state area attended the 2nd Annual NYC Disabilities Expo, held last Sunday, Oct.14, in Einstein Center. The event featured a variety of local and state vendors that provide services for individuals with disabilities.

Photos by Francine Reva Jones & Toriea McCauseland

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

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– • –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.

Letters to the Editor

I Would Shudder To Think

Animal Shelter, YES. In Co-op City, NO!

To the Editor: As the electronic age is becoming more prevalent, our community must align with the times. Our garages are being updated to get rid of cooperators’ old card keys which we use to gain entry into our garages. This new system will probably work as far as eliminating the time it takes to enter and exit the garages. There will be no need to roll down windows to hold your card key up to the device, especially during inclement weather.

However, I would shudder to think that this new system changes the security and safety for our community that the garage attendants in their booths provide as they greet us leaving and returning home.

I really hope it is a no-brainer, apples and oranges, one process has nothing to do with the other.

—Wanda Bailey

To the Editor: (The following is a synopsis of what we presented to the powers that be at City Hall.)

A more appropriate alternative for the shelter would be the Baychester/Gun Hill Square. The lot is 550,185 sq. feet (12.6 acres). The proposal sheet that Animal Control and Care of NY (ACCNY) and the NYC Department of Health submitted to attendees at our community public hearing stated they were only looking to develop a site requiring 88,200+ square feet (2 acres).

It was the testimony of the advocates at the hearing that they would have preferred a larger site for development.

Why Baychester/Gun Hill Square is a better site for the Animal shelter: 1) The target market for the animal shelter already frequents that immediate area. Petco is located in the Aldi Mall across the street.

2) It is surrounded by a community of private houses, more suitable to having dog owners in a much greater percentage than the number of households in Co-op City.

3) Every transportation route (highway, subway and bus) cited as making the Bartow location accessible also services the Gun Hill Road location and, in most cases, arrive at the Gun Hill site before they enter Co-op City making it equally as accessible as the Bartow location to all the areas of the Bronx.

4) A business had already existed on the Baychester/Gun Hill Square site. The substructures (electrical lines and sewage) are already in place, reducing the amount of development needed in comparison.

When we speak of a community center for the shareholders of Co-op City, we are not talking about a place to play cards. Our intention is to create a state-of-the-art facility that will include an amphitheater, aquatic center, indoor tennis and racquetball, spa, gyms, yoga, palates and more. Help us to build a community facility that will bridge the gap between our youth and elders.

Help us to show our youth how we all can work together for the greater good of our community.

Credits to Vivian Burrus for great research.

—Michelle Marbury

Laundry Rooms Need Oversight To the Editor: All residents here are paying the utilities and water bill that the laundry rooms require, whether you use it or not. The cost is far cheaper than what you pay on the outside.

I see a lot of people doing their wash here from outside of Co-op City. They come here and unload numerous bags of laundry from their vehicles. Is this fair? Of course not.

I say raise the price to current outside rates or give Co-op City families a personal card linked to their individual apartment to activate the laundry machines. The card should indicate how many family members live in the apartment, according to what is reported on their income affidavit, and will track the amount of wash being done. For example, someone living alone doing 1500 lbs. of wash per month should pay a surcharge or at least should raise suspicion.

On another note, how about allowing one ZIP car to be available at each garage location (outside space). I believe this would generate additional revenue and be a convenience for our community.

—Nick Liberati

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For more information, call: 347-913-4226.

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.

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CCPD Offers Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween is a fun holiday for kids and adults alike. There are a wide range of potential risks on Halloween that could take all the fun away from the day. By being aware of the hazards and taking steps to avoid them, you can have a fun and safe Halloween. The Department of Public Safety has provided these safety tips to keep you safe this Halloween.

Halloween costumes worn by adults or older teens for no legitimate purpose is never a good idea. Obstructing one’s identity can be against the law or against rules in certain areas. Please notify Public Safety if you observe masked adults acting in a suspicious manner.

Roadways present a serious hazard to Trick or Treaters. Children may become distracted by all the excitement and run into traffic. Remind children that they should only cross streets at the corners. Motor vehicle drivers should be extra alert to young ghouls and goblins who may dart into traffic. If trick or treating at dusk or in darkness, place reflective tape on costumes. Adults should always accompany young children.

Care should be used when selecting costumes. Loose costumes or large shoes can present a tripping hazard. Masks can reduce vision. Makeup is more comfortable and does not obstruct vision. Always remove masks when crossing the street. Consider enlarging eye openings if a mask is worn. Fake swords or other props should be made of a soft material and not contain sharp edges Fire presents a serious hazard on Halloween. Candles should never be used to light Jack o’ Lanterns or for any other purpose. Small battery-powered L.E.D. lights simulate even the flickering of a real flame with none of the hazard. Flashlights or light sticks can be carried for illumination purposes. These items used to be very expensive, but are now available at discounted prices. Costumes and wigs should be of a flame resistant material. Instruct children to avoid going near flames which could easily ignite costumes.

Halloween costumes provide identity concealment for persons intending to commit a crime. Halloween pranks, such as egg throwing and shaving cream spraying, can often turn to violence. Parents of older children and teens should check on the whereabouts and activities of their children. Early curfews should be put in place. As the hour grows later, the number of persons with bad intentions using Halloween as a guise increases. Residents are encouraged to call the Public Safety Department at (718) 671-3050 or 9-1-1 if they observe any suspicious activity during the Halloween season.

Children should never enter anyone’s house or apartment for any reason. All treats should be received at the door. Younger children should be accompanied by an adult or older child. Make sure an adult is aware of the route children intend to follow. Treats received should be checked by an adult before being eaten. Discard any non-packaged candy or any candy with a torn wrapper.

On Friday, October 26, a Halloween Costume and Movie Party will take place on the Little League Field from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. The movie “Hotel Transylvania 3” will be shown from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and the movie “Coraline” will be shown from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. These movies are recommended for kids of all ages, accompanied by an adult. From Friday, October 26, through Sunday, October 28, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. each night the Halloween Horrorland Haunted House will take place on Co-op City Little League Field located on Co-op City Boulevard between Bellamy Loop and Cooper Place. The Halloween Horrorland Haunted House is recommended for children ages 5-12 accompanied by an adult. This is a new venue for the Halloween festivities and promises to be a fun-filled weekend. All Halloween activities are free, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, and offer a safe alternative to Trick or Treating. The Public Safety Department would like to wish all residents a Happy and Safe Halloween.

Public Safety Report

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

Please be reminded that no personal property is to be left or stored in any of the public areas of the buildings, including hallways, stairways, compactor rooms, basements, laundry rooms, etc. This includes bicycles, carriages, strollers, scooters, furniture, toys, etc. Leaving or storing property anywhere other than within your apartment presents a fire hazard. Cooperators may be held responsible for the removal or disposal of any property left in this manner.

School is open, DRIVE CAREFULLY. Never pass a stopped school bus with a STOP sign displayed or its red lights flashing. This means children are loading or unloading. Be aware of pedestrians and bike riders when operating a motor vehicle. Bike riders must refrain from riding bicycles near buildings and shopping centers. Bicycle riders must give pedestrians the same level of respect that they expect from motor vehicles. Everyone needs to share the road safely. Avoid the temptation of purchasing battery or gas powered scooters or bicycles for yourself, family members or friends. These non-registered vehicles are illegal for use or purchase within the city of New York and are also very dangerous.

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. Please note: emails should be sent to both parties.

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see the end of the employment listings for specific directions.

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES There are no contract opportunities to list this week. Please check next week.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Public Safety Blotter 10/07/18 – 10/14/18 October 07 – 135 Einstein Loop A male was observed drinking an alcoholic beverage in public, in violation of NYC law and was issued a Criminal Court Summons and a Community Complaint for antisocial conduct.

October 09 – 173 Dreiser Loop An unknown person broke the glass of the store and entered the premises and stole property. The matter is under investigation.

140 Casals Place A male was placed under arrest for public consumption of alcohol. He was issued a summons and released. The male then returned to CCPD and began banging on a door, yelling and acting disorderly. He was rearrested and issued a Criminal Court Summons for disorderly conduct and released.

October 10 – 920 Co-op City Boulevard A male was arrested at this location after being involved in a domestic altercation.

October 13 – 140 Darrow Place A male was arrested and charged with domestic assault and processed.

The victim suffered minor injuries.

Please Visit The Bartow Administration Office To See All Jobs Posted.

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Public Safety

FIRST MAN FIRST MAN, unfortunately, was a bit of a let-down. It was billed as this NASA spectacle, but in the end, it was so different. It was actually a beautiful, intimate little story about Neil Armstrong’s life after a dark time in his life. While I get why they marketed it like that; they have to sell tickets. In the end, I still thoroughly enjoyed it.

While nowhere near as good as the masterpieces WHIPLASH and LA LA LAND, FIRST MAN is extremely well made again by the Wunderkind Damien Chazelle. The cockpit scenes are extremely intense and brutal, one after another.

The thing that made me disappointed was that the IMAX scenes were like about 5 minutes. It wasn’t impressive at all, but they made it a whole big thing in coming attractions. I kind of wanted to be blown away because I love space stuff.

The acting here was uniformly incredible.

Ryan Gosling was mesmerizing, as well as Claire Foy and the rest of the amazing cast.

This will definitely be remembered come Oscar season. I wanted to love it so much I guess I hyped it up a bit too much, it just did not exceed my expectations. But in the end, it was a very good and solid biography of one of the most interesting people in American History. 8/10 2018, FIRST MAN, 141 Minutes Rated PG-13 Damien Chazelle – Director Ryan Gosling – Neil Armstrong Claire Foy – Janet Armstrong Jason Clarke – Ed White Kyle Chandler – Deke Slayton Corey Stoll – Buzz Aldrin

BY ANATOLIY BUDNITSKIY

Hutch Bridge Closing

Following a postponement earlier this month, the Hutchinson River Parkway bridge replacement project is scheduled to begin this weekend.

The work will close the south-bound lanes between Exits 6 (Interstate 95) and 15 (Cross County Parkway) from 11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 19, to 5 a.m. Monday, Oct. 22.

The project will replace the East Third Street Bridge over the Hutchinson River Parkway, near the border of Pelham and Mount Vernon.

History Committee Meeting

The Riverbay Board of Directors’ History Committee will meet on Thursday, October 25, at 7 p.m. in the Riverbay Board of Directors’ room (26A) in the Bartow Center. All members of the committee are urged to mark the date and plan on attending this meeting.

Director Bernard Cylich chairs the Board’s History Committee.

Reminder – Feeding Animals

Shareholders are reminded that it is a violation of your lease to place food out for animals to eat. A Community Complaint may be issued for littering to anyone who puts food out for any reason. Well intentioned cooperators may think they are putting food out for stray cats or birds, but the food ends up attracting rats, raccoons, skunks, coyotes or other animals which can be a threat to residents.

Feeding wildlife, such as geese, also tends to change the migration pattern of these animals as they end up not flying south for the winter. This was the case last winter in the New York area where many geese were found starved to death when they did not fly south for the winter and their normal food source was covered by deep snow. Food placed out for animals is often lacking in the nutrition needed by the animals and serves to upset their ecological balance. Please resist the urge to place food out for animals in Co-op City or elsewhere.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages.

Never get in a vehicle being driven by someone who has consumed alcoholic beverages. Carry cab fare in case you require a safe ride home. Always buckle your seatbelt; it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious persons in the garage or lurking near parked vehicles on the street, an auto crime could be taking place, an auto crime could be ready to happen, notify the authorities. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050.

Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

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. 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. October 22 is known as International Stuttering Awareness Day. This is a good opportunity to learn about this disability and other diseases or conditions 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.

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Co-op City is Celebrating its 50th Anniversary!

If you are a certified community organization in Co-op City, tickets, tables and journal ads may be purchased at a discount for the upcoming 50th Anniversary Gala.

For more information, call: 347-913-4226.

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The Co-op City Democratic Club will be meeting again on November 13th in the Dreiser community room #9 at 6:00 p.m.

The General Election will be held on November 6th and Polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

The Voting Poll sites are: Einstein Loop, Bartow Community Center and Truman High School. Please go to the same poll site you voted in the last time – sorry for the inconvenience of voting in Truman High School.

Please, encourage everyone you know to come out and vote. We are all aging and like every one of us who needs healthcare, many have “pre-existing conditions.” Some of us were born with conditions that have, and will continue to need the benefits of healthcare. I urge you to vote Democratic. Our party advocates for healthcare carriers to accept and cover all people with pre-existing conditions.

This is “YOUR” time to vote your party of choice. Our world is advancing forward, and we cannot allow others to take us backwards. Vote for better healthcare, education, a responsible economy, improved infrastructure, better schools, new and improved rehabilitation centers, better hospitals, better care of our veterans and women’s rights to choose.

Vote for representation that cares about “YOU.” Don’t complain to your friends, neighbors or family. Come out and vote.

Change is gradual, nothing is instant when it comes to this country – but we must start somewhere. The White House is disrespected because its leader has no respect or regards for the truth, or the majority of the people of the United States.

Racism is high, people are killing children and seniors.

Gang activity is once again affecting our quality of life.

We are headed backwards, instead of forward. If you care – please come out and exercise your right to vote.

—Shirley J. Saunders

Co-op City Democratic Club

Building 35 Association

The Executive Board would like to thank Chief Riley and Lt. Apollo for their participation in our October 8th meeting. We appreciate the important information you provided to those in attendance.

The next meeting of the Building 35 Association will be held November 12th at 7 p.m. At this meeting, we will be conducting our annual Thanksgiving Turkey Raffle and discussing the future of the association. All cooperators of Building 35 are invited to attend this important meeting.

—Bill Gordon

Building 25 Association

Please pray for the victims of Hurricane Michael.

According to NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration), Hurricane Michael was the strongest CAT 3 Hurricane to hit the continental U.S.A. since 1898.

Florida Gov. Rick Scott stated that Hurricane Michael is a 100-year storm. A 100-year storm is a statistical way of expressing the probability of a major storm happening in any given year; for example, a 100-year storm event has a one-inone-hundred-percent chance of an event happening in any given year, same as a 500-year storm event has a one-in-five-hundred-percent chance of an event happening in any year. Some insurance underwriters use this type of data, along with other rating tools to rate properties located in flood zone areas throughout the United States.

Our next meeting has been rescheduled for October 23rd at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association. Friendly reminder, our building annual dues are $5.00 per family. We would like to thank the residents who have paid their annual dues. Dues are collected at our monthly meetings by Carol Eilets, treasurer, or Celeste Stukes, asst. treasurer.

I will close with the following quote: “The only safe ship in a storm is leadership.” —Faye Wattleton —Wanda Bailey

Cooperators United Of Co-op City

Hello. Our next meeting is Tuesday, October 23, 7 p.m., Bartow, room 31. We still have issues with the Conner Street Post Office and USPS Package Boxes in our lobbies. One of the important items on our agenda is the proposed expansion of the nursing home on Co-op City Boulevard and the impact it will have on traffic in and out of Dreiser and Carver Loop. Another item for discussion is how do we convince people to get out and vote? November’s election is very important and may impact Health Care, Medicare, and Social Security, along with laws that protect us.

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

—Sonja Maxwell

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Building 32 Association

CERT The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) will have a meeting to aquaint us with emergency procedures. This event will take place on Nov. 8, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. and is sponsored by the Section Five Association. It will be held in Einstein Center, room 38. With the weather conditions changing and causing so much damage, as the storm in Florida did earlier this month, you owe it to yourselves and your families to attend this presentation. Knowledge is power and in this case, it could be lifesaving.

Laundry Room Would you drop papers on the floor in your home and leave them there? Well, the laundry room is an extension of our home and you need to pick up your dryer sheets from the floor. They can be a safety hazard. Would you like to slip and fall and break a bone? Hopefully, you will be more considerate of your fellow cooperators and pick up these slippery menaces. Don’t be a slob. Also, remember to come down and remove your clothes from the washers and dryers. The machines let you know how much time you have. Don’t inconvenience others; we all have busy lives.

—Lorna Smith

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 family.

Get your flu shots!

We had another convector leak in the association room, thankfully, air conditioning season is finally over.

Last week’s member suggestion was to use a ‘steering wheel lock’ as an antitheft device and deterrent when parked in the garage.

Please continue to share with us what is important to you.

Please report all quality of life issues to CCPD and/or your NCOs. If you hear people loitering in our stairwells and/or smoking marijuana, report it. If you have reason to believe homeless people are sleeping in our stairwells, please report it.

Please report any quality of life issues immediately!

We lobby-sat last Thursday and Friday to promote our upcoming Senior Engagement Project Oral History event on Saturday, October 27, at 6:30 p.m. and our Show & Tell event on Saturday, November 3, at 6:30 p.m. The project response has been good. I thank you for your support. We will be out again this week to solicit your participation in these events. The event information is posted on lobby bulletin boards for your perusal. The project has, as its core mission, to include, involve, empower and to enrich the lives of our most senior neighbors, especially those who may feel isolated, lonely, depressed or those who just don’t get out to socialize like they used to. For those born between 1920 and 1950, we would love to have you participate in the project.

The third Senior Engagement Project event is scheduled for Saturday, February 23. It will be a vintage fashion show. Please plan to join us.

A special thank you to Linda Holley, Shirley Wells, Michelle and Evelyn for getting on the bus to City Hall for the City Council hearing on the proposed animal shelter opposition. Also, thank you for attending the MTA Re-design Workshop that same evening. The take away from these civil engagements is that you are part of the process to shape your future. We may not win all the battles, we do put ourselves in the best position for success. There is no failure; only various attempts to succeed.

We are scheduled to begin Halloween lobby decorating on October 23 and 24.

We are scheduled to begin Building 9 holiday collections the week after Thanksgiving.

Our annual Year-end Celebration event is scheduled to occur on Saturday, December 8. Join us.

Please support your building association executive board as we endeavor to support you.

On Saturday, October 13, NCNW sponsored an Adult Mental Health training which was outstandingly enlightening.

At the time of this writing, Community Board 10 is scheduled to meet on Thursday in Einstein. Details to follow.

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

Building 22A & B Association

Shareholders went to debate the animal shelter at the City Council meeting on October 9th at City Hall. Co-op City was well represented, thanks to all shareholders.

MTA also had a workshop on October 9th at Bartow Community Center.

Shareholders and neighboring Bronx residents gave their input. Please continue to voice your opinions.

Our meeting is on October 22nd at the association room on the first floor on ‘B’ side at 7 p.m. All are welcome.

Prayers to all who lost loved ones. Get well greetings to the sick and shut-in.

If you see something, say something.

—Betty Leak

Greetings! Our next general membership meeting is Monday, October 22, at 7 p.m. in the activity room. On the proposed agenda are building and security issues, planning our building’s agenda for the coming months, Halloween, and any other items you would like to add to the agenda. Come on down with your ideas and suggestions.

One of the most important items we will be discussing is how to Get Out The Vote. Next month’s election may have an impact on Civil Rights laws, Medicare, Social Security, health care, etc.

We are into the fall and heading into the winter season, please be careful and protect your identity. Also, don’t open your door to strangers selling products and more importantly, do not buzz anyone in you don’t know or if you are not expecting a package. CCPD telephone number is 718-671-3050.

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

Thoughts and prayers go out to our family, friends and neighbors who have suffered a loss or are sick and shut-in.

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

—Sonja Maxwell

Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association

Building 30A and B Association

October is the month that we start to collect our association dues. We will also collect candy for Halloween.

Itinerary Our collecting of Halloween candy and dues on the A-side will be Tuesday, Oct. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m.

Our collecting of Halloween candy and dues on the B-side will be Thursday, Oct. 25, from 5 to 7 p.m.

We will have Crochet every Wednesday at 1 p.m. in the association room.

We’ll have fun at our pokeno games on Friday, October 26, in the association room in the lobby of Building 30B, with the door opening at 7 p.m. and the games starting at 7:30 p.m.

Our Association Meeting will be on Wednesday, October 17, with the doors to the association room opening at 7 p.m. and the meeting starting at 7:30 p.m.

Don’t forget our great Halloween party will be Wednesday, October 31, as soon as the children come home from school.

So come on down new neighbors and see what the association is all about.

—Linda Werner

DR. LEWIS WOLSTEIN Podiatrist — Foot Specialist NOW ACCEPTING GHI!!

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• Practicing in Co-op City since 1975 • Board Certified in Foot Surgery • ALL conditions of the foot treated • We

accept most health insurance plans

• Participating in the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program • Evening and Saturday appointments

Dr. Lewis Wolstein

Call:

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718.671.7226 100 DeKruif Place

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MTA Fast Forward & the Animal Shelter Sub-Committee Hearing Director’s Viewpoint

Rod Saunders

Second Vice President

The week of October 8th gave the Co-op City community something to advocate for, as well as something to protest against.

I’m speaking, of course, about the 200 cooperators who came forward to attend the MTA’s Fast Forward: Bronx Bus Network Redesign Workshop last Tuesday evening, coupled with over 60 resident cooperators, traveling to City Hall to address the New York City Council’s Land Use Sub-Committee meeting, to protest the proposal to erect a 2-story Animal Shelter facility located within the Bay Plaza area.

At the MTA’s Fast Forward: Bronx Bus Network Redesign Workshop event, I witnessed many, many residents come into the Bartow Avenue Community Center’s room 31 to give their opinions on redesigning our current bus routes and service.

It was gratifying to see the number of residents who came to the event in order to give the MTA their answers to Co-op City’s transportation woes, however, it was really great to see the diversity in every aspect (especially the age group), who came out.

Once again, I would like to thank Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, and State Senator Jamaal Bailey for their support in bringing the MTA to the May 25th Legislative Meeting, and to Ms. Jaqueline Carter, Assistant Director of Government & Community Relations, Office of Executive Vice President, for exceeding in her promise to keep Co-op City in the loop as the MTA moves forward with their plans for improving NYC’s transit system.

The MTA has confirmed that we are the largest workshop group they have worked with so far.

During the pre-MTA meeting back on Sept. 29th I promised to provide cooperators who would attend the Oct. 9th MTA Workshop with a summary of talking points that had been discussed. I did just that.

I believe that having the aforementioned summary of talking points was important because the facilitators from the MTA came prepared with their own “priority charts” offering a selection of choices that did not, however, include route changes as a priority.

As a matter of fact, there were several listing within the MTA’s assessment of “priorities” that did not necessarily coincide with what cooperators believed to be our priorities for our buses.

Therefore, important issues such as the scheduling of the Bx26 having later last bus times, the Q50 running on a 24-hr. schedule, the BxM7 making stops at intersections enabling connections to other means of public transportation, or that bus giving seniors discounts at all times, were brought to the table.

Thanks, Hattie Overman I want to thank shareholder Ms. Hattie Overman for writing an email message to the Riverbay Board of Directors back on October 6th, which ultimately resulted in my doing a little more research regarding the proposed Animal Shelter facility, and then submitting a letter to the Hon. Rafael Salamanca Jr., chair of the NYC Council’s Land Use Committee. I was further honored when Ms. Overman agreed to, and actually, read my letter to the committee before coming back to the microphone to read her letter which was also being submitted.

The letter that I submitted to Committee Chair Salamanca, was intended to point out specifics, including: 1. The proposed Animal Shelter is in a zoning category identified as a Use Group (U.G.) 16. U.G. 16’s are legal in Commercial zoning districts that are categorized as being C8. The proposed site in Bay Plaza is a C4-3, and therefore contrary to the regulations.

2. This particular site has been in the planning stages for approximately 3 years, and yet, Co-op City

was only alerted to the proposal last May. It is also apparent that Community Board 10 and the Borough President’s office were also not factually informed of all of the circumstances surrounding the proposed animal shelter, as were its advocates, in regards to the decision to finalize the Co-op City site for the shelter.

3. That the site, going back more than 12 years ago, was targeted for development by the City of New York, in collaboration with the Gloria Wise Boys & Girls Club, as a community youth center.

Co-op City residents have continued to go to meetings, even when the notification is on short notice, and stand up for our community on issues that we know to be important to our community’s quality of life.

To the shareholders & cooperators who spent much of their day down at City Hall representing and

supporting our community’s opposition to the proposed animal shelter, I want to thank every one of them who gave up even more time by getting off the bus, tired and hungry, yet going directly into the MTA’s Redesign event.

Please continue to remember that no one individual can singularly change Co-op City’s issues by themselves. To make changes that we want, or to keep the best things about Co-op City in place, every one of us at some point will need to make a contribution to our community’s cause.

In closing, I want to thank you all for making Co-op City the very best community ever, and for taking the time to read my directors’ viewpoint.

I can be reached at rsaunders@riverbayboard .com.

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Building 31 A/B Association

We were privileged in having an opportunity to award another scholarship this year. Carlos Velazquez was the 2018 recipient residing with his family on the A-side.

Carlos graduated in June 2018 and was selected by the Scholarship Committee, having met all qualifications.

We were unable to celebrate his win until this Monday, October 8, when he was able to come home for the weekend from college. Family and friends were at this evening’s dedication to him and his mom. He received his certificate (L-R): Mr. Robert Hedgepeth, building and a check from the association to help association president; scholarship reciphim with his college books. We pre- ient Carlos Velazquez, and Marilyn sented flowers to his mom to let her McDaniel, chairperson. know that we know her son could not do it without her so we congratulate her as well. Our way of showing our dedication to the cause can be said in a few words, “it takes a village to raise a child.”

This Scholarship Committee has been committed for 11 years and 22 high school graduates from our building continuing their education. We will continue to do so as long as we can with everyone’s support.

Our vice president was able to share a view on current issues facing Co-op City that everyone should focus on, such as the MTA meeting regarding bus service, and the animal shelter meetings set to be built in Co-op. Stay focused and make your voice heard attending meetings or calling the different Board directors on your views.

Remember to vote in the next election. It is our future and your vote does count.

—Marilyn McDaniel

If you SEE something, SAY SOMETHING!!!

718-671-3050 • Co-op City Public Safety

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Your vote counts, Election Day is November 6! The deadline to register has passed so if you have any questions, please contact the “League of Women’s Voters.” We send Councilperson Andy King and Neva King healing words for their respective recoveries.

What is happening regarding people being lazy about garbage in and around Broun Place? Stop, we take pride in our neighborhood. No cartons on the sidewalk, no gallons in the street. There are litter bins on the corners and in the basketball court. Two weekends ago, old chairs were smashed up in our compactor pad. Kids came by and whacked them on the sidewalk creating a huge mess.

This is totally unnecessary.

Last Tuesday, we were on the bus to City Hall to protest and negotiate regarding Bartow Avenue as not the best place for an animal shelter. Our vice president, Vivian Burrus, was the first to testify and she offered intelligent suggestions as an alternative. The other side was loaded with compassionate folks who don’t live here and who gave false testimony about our community. We were also shocked about the condition of City Hall’s exterior public entryway staircase.

There is one bannister near the wall that sits near a broken, rusty basement cover.

It is clearly not the way our City Hall should be represented.

Pioneers of Co-op City, please contact a History Committee member to give stories, memorabilia, documentation and the like. Fellow associations, contact us to plan a co-sponsored trip. You can write: evalazaar2@gmail.com. Don’t miss local apple and pumpkin picking and check out the Bronx Zoo and the NYBG for special events. Join us November 7th for our next meeting. Bring your questions and issues and get to know your Broun Place neighbors. Recent issues to Public Safety were illegal use of the private path from Broun Place down to Asch Loop/Adler Place, double parking, lawful oversight of Garage 6, occasional groups of teens menacing property through Broun Place, destruction of private property, dogs and renewal of foot patrols during busy hours. Our annual association dues of $12 can be paid at a meeting or any time by submitting to an executive board member.

In case you haven’t heard, Broun Place townhouse association announced that thanks to our state assemblyperson, Michael Benedetto, a “work order” has been confirmed, for the creation of the long awaited official NYS street signage identifying Broun Place and Bellamy Loop corners. When it is erected, it will be a great accomplishment and confirmation for Broun Place and Bellamy Loop.

Broun Place will be able to identify the corner of Bellamy and Broun Place.

Thank you to Building and Grounds for continuing overseeing “pond Broun Place.” The Grounds Department is committed to keeping the area clear of water in the cul-de-sac.

Get your flu shot locally and please understand it is not the reason you are sick.

—Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators. The following events are scheduled for the Building 10 Association.

General Membership Meeting – Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 23, at 7 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.), in the Building 10 Association room (rear lobby of Bldg. 10B). We are looking forward to seeing everyone. Light refreshments will be served.

Halloween Candy Collection – We will be accepting candy donations for Halloween from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. in the Building 10 Association room on the following dates: Tues., Oct. 23, and Thurs., Oct. 25.

Halloween Candy Giveaway – The Halloween candy giveaway will be held on Wednesday, October 31, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. in the Building 10 Association room.

Mental Health Training – On October 27, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., a training session on Mental Health will be held in the Building 10 Association room. This training will teach participants how to help adults experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, and substance abuse disorder. All participants must register prior to the training. Class size is limited. Participants will receive a certificate for completing the 8-hour course. Light refreshments will be served. Please see the flyer in the lobby for more information.

New Theatre Club – This is a social event for Building 10 cooperators. We have a limited amount of tickets to the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre on Dec. 22nd at 2 p.m. The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre is celebrating its 60th anniversary. The program will include the world’s most popular work of modern dance, Revelations. Tickets are $31.50 on a first come, first served basis. For more information, please call 718-320-2366.

New Travel Group – On May 4, 2019, you are hereby invited to join us on the Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship, Anthem of the Seas. We will be cruising to the beautiful islands of Bermuda. The cost per person for a double occupancy/Inside Cabin is $948.92. The cost per person for a double occupancy/Ocean View Vabin is $1068.92. A deposit of $250.00 is due ASAP. For more information, please call 718-320-2366.

Car Break-In Prevention Tips – To prevent car break-ins, never leave anything visible inside your vehicle. Cooperators are urged to report all unusual or suspicious activity to Public Safety (718-671-3050) and the NYPD (9-1-1) immediately.

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

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.

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted.

HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted.

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.

Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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Something’s Coming, Something Good

goers would kick in $104.16 each, and the other six would pay $104.17 each. But my, oh my, what you get for that extra penny! Umm… nothin’! No matter.

A ticket at any price gets you a cocktail hour, an open Secretary bar, a fancy dinner, a champagne toast, live entertainment, and DJ dancing (line and/or otherwise). There Halloween are limited seats and even more limited group sale How go the Halloween (or Harvest) plans? Are we table options so hop to it! making every building a trick-or-treat destination? I A congratulatory journal is being put together for see in the Co-op City Times that Buildings 9, 10, 11, the event to serve as a memento of the evening. I 13, 24, 27, 30, 32, 33 are getting busy and getting have insider information that the journal will include ready for October 31. Spookily decorated entrance- lovely pages describing the people our streets were ways will let the little ones know where treats can be named after – from A to E. No longer will you need found as they go trick-or-treating lobby-to-lobby. to wonder who Ashe, Bellamy, Carver, Dreiser, or And unless otherwise invited, there will be no need Einstein Loops were named after, thanks to Iman to knock on the doors of residents who would prefer Drammeh’s design, Wikipedia’s info, and the rest of the not to be disturbed. If your building has no plans to History Committees’ (past and present) research. But, celebrate as of yet, there’s still time to organize and remember that mailing glitch? Your group or building get in on the fun. As I said before, Halloween could might also have gotten the wrong sheet regarding be a win-win-win-win situation: for the kids, the prices for journal placements: they might have been candy givers, the recluses, and the dentists! accidentally sent the corporate price list, not the price Tickets, Tables, and Testimonials list for official community organizations. RecogThe December 10th Gala is coming up even nized organizations, wishing Co-op City well, would quicker than it was last week! Unfortunately, there’s pay $300 for a full-page placement (not $850), $200 been a slight glitch in communications regarding for a half page (not $500), $125 for a quarter page group ticket purchases. Some officially recognized (not $300) and $50 for a business card size placement groups were sent the Corporate Sponsorship solicita- (not $150). November 10th is the submission deadtion letter instead of the Community Organizations line. and Building Associations bargain-priced offer. Worry Meet Ray Raimundi not. No one expects your organization to pay a grand Those of you who attended either or both of the a seat! Recognized groups can buy a normal-people- candidates’ forums in June and August have already priced table for ten for the price of eight. Instead of a seen political news anchor Ray Raimundi in action. ten-seat table costing $1250, group revelers can get it At the June 19th Dreiser event, Ray and his cofor $1000, the price of eight tickets. The group can anchor David Roush interviewed our congressional either call it a fundraiser and keep the $250 differ- challengers. Next, Ray flew solo, interviewing ence, or spread the savings around by charging each the likes of Cynthia Nixon, Jumaane Williams and participant a hundred bucks. If there are 12 of you Tish James at the August 26th forum. and you don’t want to leave anyone out, you can Mr. Raimundi will be back for more, right here, at squeeze a tad closer at a twelve-for-the-price-of-ten the Einstein Center, room 35, at 7:00 p.m., this Tues$1250 table. Save the $250 for fundraising or opt to day, October 23, only this time he’ll be the interviedivide the savings, that way a half dozen of the gala- wee. He’ll share his story, his experiences, and his

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Mary Pearson

behind-the-scenes political insights. Alert any and all aspiring journalists or media students to come to this not to be missed opportunity armed with questions.

The youngsters might come away with some tricks of the trade and tips for breaking into the business. The rest of us will settle for some rousing political talk and, of course, cake!

Election Day — November 6 Co-op Citizens, turning out in the greatest numbers possible on Election Day sends an important message to our elected officials. That message is: “We’re paying attention. We expect you to do the same.” Let’s continue to be squeaky wheels and get our fair share of grease. Remember, we save the city money by collecting our own garbage and by maintaining our own police force. When we holler that businesses can’t just do whatever they want, city planners can’t just do whatever they want, MTA bureaucrats can’t just do whatever they want; our presence, our voices, and our votes make the powersthat-be pay attention. We holler loudest by casting our votes in numbers too big to ignore. Hmm. That sounds familiar. I’m Co-op City, hear me roar.

Anyway, if you didn’t vote in the primary, check to make sure you know your voting place. Poll sites have changed this year. You can call 1-866-868-3692 for voter information. Plus, there is a ton of information available online. Google “NYC poll site locator” to find the location of your current poll site, see if you’re properly registered, and check your voting status. You can also check out who’s on the ballot and what party lines they’re running on, and on that same ballot page, you can find and consider three proposals. Yes, we’re voting on three city proposals this year. Proposal # 1 is a question regarding campaign finance rules, # 2 deals with creating a Civic Engagement Commission to get more constituent input on projects and on the budget, and # 3 deals with Community Board term limits.

More on all that in the next two weeks.

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Building 21 Association

“Your” All Important Vote…

Hello, shareholder…Hello, Co-operator…Hello, integral, powerful, influential part of this community. Yes, all of those adjectives define who you are. You and your mighty vote. Now let’s talk about how important your vote is. It isn’t just important to vote for president. Now more than ever, you must know, it is equally as important to show up for Federal, Legislative and Judiciary Elections. You might know them as the midterm elections. These elections shape how our neighborhoods are improved, from the way they look to how they are protected and how our children are educated. We must make sure that every able body is able to vote.

The Animal Shelter dispute rolls on…What you should know There were about 60 shareholders in attendance at City Hall on October 9. We did our best to make it clear that we are not opposed to animals getting the care that they need, just “not here, not in Co-op City.” We even proposed a more appropriate alternative site, the Baychester/Gun Hill Square. There was a quality review by the Mayor’s Office of Environmental Coordination dating back to when the site was under consideration for sale to a private developer to build a Shopping Mall and Senior Housing development on the property. This review clearly states that the MTA leased the property from the owner which is, New York City. Discussion for the commercial sale and development of this site had started around the same time as the city began reviewing sites for the animal shelter. The shopping mall plan was defeated in 2017, long after the Bartow Shelter plan had been cemented in the minds of the city and animal advocates.

The Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City is planning our 2nd Christmas “Surprise” Extravaganza and activities for the remainder of 2018. The date is Friday, December 14. The Section 4 Partnership meets every Friday, 7 - 8 p.m. in “The Gathering Room” in the rear lobby of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop). Come, have some fun. Be involved. Make a difference.

Our next 21 Association gathering will be Thursday, October 25…If you have questions regarding The 21 Association, email: 21association@gmail.com.

Call: 347.504.1821. Attend the monthly meetings, held every fourth Thursday in the gathering room in the rear of the B-section at 7 p.m. All monies collected (i.e., annual dues, etc.) are installed in the association’s bank account.

Think Tank at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:00 p.m. in ‘the gathering room’ in the rear of The B Section. It is where you will hear “the rest of the story” and where your story and your dreams matter. Come and bring a friend with you. Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals a force for good.

See you around the neighborhood!

—Michelle Marbury

Building 13 Association

Last year, I was asked if we could begin decorating our lobby earlier in the season. If you are interested in assisting in this process, please contact one of the numbers listed below or send an email. When the dates are determined, we will contact you. The earlier, the better.

If you would like to contribute candy for our annual distribution on October 31st, please make sure the candy is pre-wrapped and contact us so we can collect the candy by October 27. Riverbay is preparing a new experience and location for the Haunted House. Check the bulletin board in the lobby for updates.

We will be collecting for an ad in the 50th Gala Celebration Journal and will set a date for all to be in the building picture. Depending on what we collect will determine the size of the ad.

We recently reported seven washers and eight dryers that were inoperable in the laundry room. We will follow-up to make sure they are repaired. There is information located in the laundry room directing you how to report outages.

Please use this method and let me know the date and time you reported if it is not repaired in a timely manner. Riverbay will be updating the machines shortly.

It is important for you to say something if you see something to the proper department. We request guest speakers at our meetings for the shareholders, especially for those who work and may not be able to attend Riverbay Board meetings during the times when department directors are available. During these meetings, you will receive the accurate information or be able to let directors know problematic issues of concern. We also want to hear of any compliments you have for staff. Take advantage of this opportunity.

The next Building and Grounds meeting will be held on November 6th, so if there are any items that need to be addressed on your floor or that you notice needs to be addressed around the outside of the building, please let us know before that date. We do not see everything so we ask you to be our additional eyes.

I will keep reminding you until we get it right! New York City has a leash and curb your dog law and so does Co-op City. With that being said, we ask that you be considerate of your neighbors and curb and pick up after your dog. “Curb” does not mean under the portico or in the grass, and remember, your dog should be on a leash at all times. If you see an infraction, please contact CCPD immediately.

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

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

Thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

Building 27 Association

Greetings, neighbors. Fall is here, let’s cherish the few warm days, but dress accordingly. Enjoy the beauty of nature. Congratulations to the new director, Mr. Ambo, of the Grounds department. Every time, I let him know how we appreciate the beautiful garden in Section 5.

Co-op City Shareholders – We got on two buses and went down to City Hall to the City Council Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 9, and we voiced our opinions and viewpoints regarding an animal shelter being built at 2050 Bartow Ave. We came back and the majority also attended the MTA Fast-Forward Bus Workshop here at Bartow. It was engaging, we had choices to survey, and we are sure some improvements will come of it. How soon?

We will have to wait and see.

We have to continue to stand together as a community for what we need. The MTA Public Hearing in 2010 that Co-op City cooperators failed to attend has taught us that when we neglect to attend these Public Hearings to voice our opinions, it will and can affect the outcome of a decision.

The Association – Margie and Sharon, the Fundraising Committee, thank each one who traveled with us on the Spirit of Philadelphia Scenic Cruise and a mini tour at some of Philadelphia’s Historic Sights last Saturday, October 6, for your support. We trust everyone enjoyed themselves, and we thank you for making our trip a success. See you next time!

General Election – November 6, 2018. To be eligible to vote, the deadline was October 17, 2018.

If one have any questions, call phone number 718299-9017. If you have not voted in a year, or experience problems with your name not being in the Voter Registration Book, please call to follow-up to make sure you are registered.

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

Pray for peace among the nations and world leaders. At the end of the day, be nice, respectful and offer genuine kindness and love to your neighbor, life is so short.

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Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary

Action has been taken to improve the telephone service for you. Many cooperators have complained about their calls going unanswered or being left holding the phone for 30 or 40 minutes. Well, Management has hired additional staff to remedy this problem. I have noticed the difference already. There are plans to install a new telephone system, but that will take several months to complete. Cooperators needed this problem rectified immediately. With the additional staff, you should not have to linger on the phone waiting to speak to someone. The management company works for us. They are obligated to provide satisfactory and acceptable service. Moving forward, I trust that you will be pleased with the improvement. Thank you, Management team.

Animal Shelter On October 9th, two nearly full buses traveled from Co-op City to City Hall for the City Council’s Subcommittee on Landmarks, Public Siting and Maritime Uses. NYC Councilman Andy King and cooperators presented strong arguments as to why an animal care center should not be built on Bartow Avenue near our no-pet community. The animal care advocates presented just as many supporters stating why it should be there. I believe that what the advocates fail to accept is that there is a better site just a few blocks away and we could both be winners. Although I didn’t speak at the City Hall hearing, I wrote a two-page letter that Chairwoman Adrienne Adams invited us to write, pointing out, in part, that what makes more sense is to place the animal shelter at an available site on East Gun Hill Road near the Home Depot located at 1806 E. Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469. This site was formerly a miniature golf course and has lain dormant for many years. It is my understanding that it is owned by the City of New York and being leased to the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. This site

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was recently rejected for the development of a mall and should still be available. It is a perfect site for a single level animal shelter. If desired, a second floor could be constructed for offices and a third for whatever is needed. The surrounding space could be used for dog runs, children’s petting areas, parking, etc.

“It would be perfect. Please examine it and I’m certain that you will see that it would be much more suitable for their needs,” I wrote to the chairwoman.

Decisions will be made by this subcommittee and

by Mayor de Blasio. I trust that they will do the right thing.

Co-op City Bus Routes Following the trip to City Hall, most of us attended the MTA Fast Forward meeting in the Bartow Center. Room 31 was filled with cooperators signing in, waiting to be called or sitting at tables, attempting to convey to MTA representatives the issues that they have regarding the bus routes that they use. Since I am retired and also drive, the bus routes don’t affect me much. However, in using the BxM7, the Fair Fare all day would be something that would benefit seniors. Presently, the MTA offers half price on the express bus for only part of the day. Also, in addition to express bus riders desiring a stop on Wall Street, several cooperators requested a stop closer to 125th Street and a new bus stop at 116th Street, since the bus passes those locations.

Within our community, the request was to return to the original bus routes and bus stops that were convenient to all cooperators before the service cuts in 2010. The cooperators sharing a table with me were confused because the questions we were asked did not relate to the issues we needed resolved.

When all is said and done, I trust that we will get our original bus routes and bus stops returned and cooperators will be satisfied.

Disabilities Expo 2018 Many thanks to The Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church for presenting another successful NYC Disabilities Expo last Sunday in Einstein Community Center, in collaboration with Sen. Jamaal T. Bailey and supported by the Disabilities And Accom-

Co-op City Working Families Special Guest Speaker Ray Raimundi This Tuesday Political news anchor Ray Raimundi, our first speaker of the season, will discuss his career and offer some tips on breaking into the biz. Please see the flyers posted in each lobby and be sure to alert any young people you might know that have journalistic and media aspirations.

Mr. Raimundi did a masterful job moderating our Candidates’ Forums in June and again in August. He’ll be sharing behind-the-scenes stories and information this Tuesday, at our October 23rd Working Families/Indivisible meeting. This is a rare opportunity for our youth to meet a media professional up close and personal.

Ray Raimundi is a Bronx native who started his career at Fox 5 News. He has covered local, regional and major national stories for News 12 The Bronx,

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Fox 35 in Orlando, Florida and ABC News Network. The Syracuse University graduate is currently an anchor at FIOS 1 News in Rye Brook, NY. Raimundi’s work is Emmy-nominated and has been recognized by the Associated Press.

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

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

As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members, we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community; and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. Next Meeting Working Families meetings (except for December) will now be held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. We want your presence and your ideas more than we want your dues. Remember, you don’t have to have a job or a family to join us, you can be single and retired and still join Working Families/Indivisible Co-op City. All progressives are welcome. Come this Tuesday, October 23, to Section 5, Einstein Center, room 35, at 7:00 p.m. for progressive camaraderie, Ray Raimundi, and cake.

—Mary Pearson

modations Committee of Co-op City. Approximately 50 vendors participated to make presentations and provide information to assist disabled people. There were also interactive arts, entertainment and delicious food. Special thanks are extended to the DAAC of Co-op City, chaired by Andrea Leslie and co-chaired my me, including Germaine Gaillard, Ellen Boone, Rafael Alomar, Pamela Apollo, LaVerne Hamilton and Marie Smith. I trust that everyone in attendance received the assistance needed.

Your Vote Counts The Midterm Election takes place on November 6. Remember that the African-American vote will make a difference in the direction of this country.

Also remember, that our ancestors fought and many died for voting rights and other rights that we have today. We should elect leaders who respect and encourage voting, as opposed to those who attempt to suppress voting rights. Please remind your family, friends and neighbors to exercise their right to vote.

You will be voting for candidates for the U.S. Senate, the House, the Governor, Attorney General of N.Y., Lieutenant Governor, N.Y. Senate District 36, N.Y. State Assembly District 82, and NYC Civil Court Judge. The candidates are listed at www.ballotpedia.org. Some voting sites have been changed. You may check your voting site at: www.vote.nyc.ny.us or call the Bronx Board of Elections at 718-299-9017.

Commendation To Officer Joshua Diaz. A Section 5 cooperator says “thank you” for driving her home when she was unable to find parking in Garage #7 and was forced to park in Garage #8. It was around midnight and she was afraid to walk home alone to Building #29. She is truly grateful.

Arby’s Restaurant is hiring and will open soon in the Bartow Mall.

This is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month – eat and drink responsibly. Meet and greet your neighbors at your monthly Building Association meeting.

Contact I can be reached at: fjones@riverbayboard.com or 718-671-5957.

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MTA: “We’re Going To Make Your Buses More Efficient”

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

We’re known for voicing our opinions loud and clear during some of our meetings. For instance, we came out strong, packed out Bartow, and voiced our opinions against an animal shelter. But, unfortunately, things didn’t go this way at the MTA meeting.

Divide and Conquer?

If you remember, over 500 residents came to Bartow on June 18 to voice their opinion about a proposed animal shelter. We filled up 475 chairs and we packed out the back and side areas of room 31. The front area, then, was reserved for board members from Community Board 10 and employees and supporters of the Animal Care Centers of NYC. Then, as soon as that group said something controversial, they were booed out. “We spent 2½ years looking for a Bronx site.” Audience: “Boo, boo, boo.”

Now, based on the lively response from that meeting, a lot of residents may have thought that this MTA meeting was going to be conducted in this same way. But, the MTA had different plans for their meeting with us on Tuesday, October 9. In fact, I was shocked to see the setup that they had for this meeting.

First of all, I was surprised to see round tables scattered around the room. So, immediately, I said that this can’t be the MTA meeting. Where is everyone? Why aren’t the chairs lined up? Room 31? Yes, I was in room 31. But, it turned out that the MTA had a plan to avoid the anticipated reaction that we were prepared to give to them.

Two MTA workers and eight residents were seated at round tables. Then, they discussed their business in about 40 minutes. Guests that arrived late were seated in a waiting area near the rear portion of the room. Then, they were invited to a table as soon as someone stood up. So, the MTA did manage to lessen the anticipated tone of this meeting by

dividing up this community.

Personally, I did not like the setup of this meeting because they should have heard the frustrations of lots of people, with limited incomes, that have to pay $121 a month for a MetroCard. Then, they should have listened to people that have to wait forever at Gun Hill Road, Pelham Bay, and in Queens for a bus. This is the way that we have meetings here.

At one point during this meeting, two officials told me that the MTA was looking to make our bus routes more efficient. Efficient? Nonsense! I told them that they’re using the word efficient as a euphemism to cut our bus service. And, I backed that point up by showing them that they previously cut our bus service on the bx26 and bx28 lines.

Additionally, I pointed out that the MTA is losing a lot of money because some people are refusing to pay the fare when they board a bus or take the train.

Fare evasion? What can the MTA do when the police lock people up and some district attorneys refuse to prosecute them if they don’t pose a threat to society?

Bottom line: We don’t have to tolerate any cuts from the MTA. Therefore, if the MTA decides to make our bus services more “efficient,” then we should consider having discussions with our elected officials to develop a ride sharing program here with car services. So, vehicles with several passengers can leave from train stations and other areas, 24/7, for a very inexpensive price. No waiting, no freezing or very hot temperatures, and no nonsense.

Laundry Contract How is it possible to have four large washing machines and five small washing machines out of service on a Saturday in any building in Co-op City?

Well, that’s exactly what happened in building 25 last Saturday.

Really good laundromats will maintain their equipment on a daily basis to keep making money.

However, it’s unfortunate that we seem to have a problem with this concept. But, we can possibly

make some changes when this laundry contract comes up for renewal at our next board meeting.

Personally, I would like for this community to have a say in how we conduct our laundry business. For instance, some laundromats have machines safely stacked on top of each other so that more people can do their laundry within reasonable timeframes. So, we should consider a few different concepts since we have lots of apartments in our buildings.

Questions: Do residents have to wait for machines?

Are some people using 7-8 machines at the same time? If the answers are yes, then why would we want to keep our laundry rooms in this same condition? Also, why would we want residents getting upset and taking their clothes to outside laundromats?

There have also been complaints that outsiders have brought bags and bags of dirty clothes here and used several machines at one time. Also, there was an allegation that someone made legitimate laundry cards, put money on them, and sold them on the street for a discounted price. So, a $50 laundry card could be bought on the street for, say, $30. Therefore, we need to consider some new security measures here. So, that’s another reason why we should let the community have a say on our laundry rooms.

Close Your voice is very important in this community.

So, I hope that this community will be allowed to voice their concerns about our laundry rooms. Perhaps we can install some nice products for everyone to check out while they’re doing their laundry. We’ll see.

Thank you.

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

Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a discussion with me. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week.

And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

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

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Cooperators – Many from Section 5 boarded two buses to Manhattan for the City Council Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 9, regarding the proposed animal shelter to be built at 2050 Bartow Ave. We voiced our opinions and viewpoints. When we returned back to Co-op City, the majority also attended the MTA Fast-Forward Bronx Bus Workshop here at Bartow Ave. The MTA workshop was quite engaging, we made choices from surveys of what we think would best serve this community. We anticipate that some improvements should come out of the surveys input, we will wait and see.

CERT – Please note that Section Five Association has arranged for CERT to conduct a Section Five-wide informative meeting November 8th. This important meeting with the (CERT) Community Emergency Response Team will be held in Einstein Center, room 38, from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

We are preparing flyers that will be posted by Riverbay in our buildings in order to generate a community-wide attendance.

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

—H. Overman

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The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing

National Council Of Negro Women

The Coalition has elected the following shareholders to be officers for the year beginning September 2018: Chairperson – Bruce Silberman Co-Chair – Linda Berk Secretary – John Gale Asst. Secretary – Mary Pearson Treasurer – Judy Camacho-Zydec Asst. Treasurer – Janice Brown Membership Director – Bernard Cylich Members at Large: Stuart Edwards, Yolanda Canales-Schumann, Andrea Leslie, Yvette Vernon, Asia Grey and Errol Bailey.

We are also extending an invitation to judicial candidate Naipa Semaje to be guest speaker at our next meeting on November 5th and we’re looking forward to another great turnout for the free concert by the Bardekova Ensemble sponsored by the Coalition and the Bronx Council on the Arts. This year, the concert will take place on Sunday, October 28, at 3 p.m. in rm. 31 of the Bartow Community Center. The Ensemble will be performing the music of Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Haydn and others.

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

—Bruce Silberman

NCNW 58th National Convention – The 58th National Council of Negro Women, Inc. National Convention will take place Friday, November 9, to Sunday, November 11, at the Grand Hyatt Washington, 1000 H Street, NW. Washington, DC 20001.

The convention opens at noon, November 9. Online registration has already begun and will close once capacity is reached. This convention will focus on our “Four for the Future” programmatic priorities which are: Health, Education, Entrepreneurship and Public Policy.” Members will convene to examine strategies which address the issues that most directly impact the quality of life for women throughout the Diaspora; economic security, health, education and civic engagement. All members are strongly encouraged to register and attend the convention and Gala.

Our honored Gala guests are Dr. Beverly Tatum, President Emerita of Spelman College, and The Honorable Eric H. Holder, Jr., 58th Attorney General of the United States. American Idol winner Ruben Studdard will perform. There will be opportunities for everyone to learn, share best practices, ideas and ideals, grow together and have a little fun.

Why We Vote – Public Policy is the fourth prong of NCNW’s “Four for the Future” program agenda.

Public policy is the combination of laws, court decisions and regulations that determine how government maintains order and addresses the needs of its citizens. Public policy is made by voters, through

their elected representatives. Every aspect of our lives is touched by public policy. Something as commonplace as a stop sign has a particular meaning assigned to it by public policy. Something as complicated as health care is regulated by public policy.

“One way to think about public policy is to understand it as the rules of society,” indicates Ms. Ingrid Saunders Jones, national chair of NCNW. “We want our members and the public to understand voting processes and procedures, as well as the importance of the vote in our everyday lives. NCNW sections are all encouraged to consult the webinar materials and other resources at www.ncnw.org and actively study the election process and issues in the states and counties where they reside.” Please get out and vote on November 6th.

Election Day Bake Sale – After you have done your civic duty on November 6, stop by Bartow Mall, near room 31, between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. and purchase a delicious dessert to treat yourself! We will be selling cakes, pies, cookies, etc. You can support a local community organization and put a smile on your face at the same time that you pat yourself on your back for being an aware American citizen.

Social Media – Remember you can find us on Facebook: NCNWCoopcity Bethune; Twitter: @NCNWCoop City; Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: www.ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com.

—Joyce Howard

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Director’s Viewpoint

Leslie Peterson

Wanting to express the views of their fellow shareholders, Co-op City residents reached out to me and asked, “Are we going to City Hall?” I sent a message to the Board president resulting in the community heading to the City Council sub-committee hearing at City Hall in order to voice our concerns and offer solutions.

When a community is apathetic, people may assume they can do as they please with no consequence. In my opinion, our effort demonstrated we are aware and conscious of what is taking place in our community and want a say in the matter. “It’s not whether you win or lose, but how you play the game,” refers to the fact that you can’t control everything, but if you try as hard as you possibly can, then you should be proud of yourself. I believe we followed the legal process in place for handling these type of land use issues. Procedurally, stakeholders are provided the opportunity to be heard. We did that and I am proud of US! At this point, the City Council will vote and the matter will proceed to the Mayor’s office. We will wait and see what transpires. This year, we have faced several challenges and as a community we rallied together and have been successful. Some have asked me what I think the outcome will be and to that I say, while we may not always prevail, at the end of the day we can say we did our best. We have appeared at each step of the process and as it nears the end, let’s stay vigilant!

Recently, a resolution was presented regarding a no smoking policy, Resolution #18-30. While it is true NYCHA passed one, they were required to do so via HUD and the ruling is being challenged in court.

Opponents are stating that it is a far-reaching, intrusive and over-reaching executive order and requires war-

rantless, nonconsensual searches to detect violations.

Furthermore, they state the policy violates “the fundamental right to engage in a legal activity in a private home,” an aspect of liberty protected by the fourth (4th), fifth (5th) and fourteenth (14th) amendments. In my opinion, it is a slippery slope when we begin to dictate what someone can and cannot do in their apartment as long as they are not breaking the law. I read some responses from NYCHA Tenant leaders who feel if the desire was to promote the health issue involved, then NYCHA should have reached out to the Department of Health and requested assistance to provide no smoking workshops.

Our elevator contract is scheduled to begin in December 2018. I believe that the motor warranty for the prior 2001 elevator contract should have included a time line for replacement, monetary restitution if not replaced in a timely manner and/or a default clause if not followed that would have required replacement with the proper motor. That being said, there are precautionary conditions in place we feel are acceptable and want to move forward. Hopefully, HCR will agree with the recent letter sent to them regarding this matter.

I have requested an email copy of the letter sent to HCR so all Board members have a copy of the decision we are endorsing.

At our last Board meeting, the discussion came up again about the request for Management to prepare a process for transfers to a smaller unit without the payment of additional equity or restoration charges that were suggested to the Lt. Governor during her visit earlier this year. This would assist larger families.

Management stated they should be able to present us a proposal we can present to HCR within 30 days.

Last Saturday, I had the pleasure of teaching the first CLAAY Project Citizen class on Public Policy.

Our youth have some very interesting thoughts regarding national and local subjects. To help them begin the Public Policy journey, they identified local issues. After building on that topic and with an under-

American Legion Post 1871

In lieu of the trip to Washington, DC, the usual general assembly meeting of the group that is always on the third Saturday of the month will be moved a week ahead. Thus, this month’s meeting will be held on Saturday, October 27, at 11 a.m.

Bus Ride To National Museum Of African American History The American Legion bus tour to Washington, DC, the nation’s capital, for a visit to the National Museum of African American History, is taking place this weekend. Interested individuals who are participating in the ride will be leaving from Section Five in front of the post office by 8 a.m. It is a two-day, one-night tour and members will be treated to a wonderful session while in DC and its environs.

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

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

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

4:00 p.m.:Check-in hotel room. Settle in and visit the Activity Desk for event details and updates.

6:30-8:30 p.m.: Dinner buffet served, Live DJ, entertainment.

9:15-10 p.m.: Comedy show. Live performance by a family-friendly comic.

10:30 p.m.- 1:30 a.m.: Dance party with Live DJ; adults only 11 p.m.- 1 a.m.: Premium open bar Sunday 8 a.m.-10 a.m.: Breakfast buffet served 8:30 a.m.: Check-out begins 10 a.m.: Coaches load & depart for DC museum area 11 a.m.: Arrive at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

standing, they were given the New York Times. They can pick any topic or choose one of their own. What was surprising was a 10-year old young man stated he wanted to do his Public Policy on Kavanaugh, the recently sworn-in Supreme Court Justice. It proves that our youth are “aware.” Let’s keep up with them and provide an example of how it’s done! Vote in your national and local elections and stay involved in what is going on. They are watching!

Kudos to the NCNW and member Akeisha Neely for hosting the book club for teens. Reportedly, the conversation was enlightening and informative and revealed the needs of our teens. Thank you.

Food Pantry – I am inspired and hopeful that progress will be made allowing us to resume the food pantry service that was disrupted after the diner fire in Dreiser. Thanksgiving is around the corner and many families can use the assistance the food pantry provides not only during holidays, but throughout the year.

Tickets for the Co-op City 50th Anniversary Gala event on December 10, 2018 at the Marina del Rey are on sale. SCRIE and DRIE shareholder tickets will be discounted. Organizations should inquire about special prices when buying a table for ten. Information will soon be available for those who would like to have their organization or building acknowledged in the Anniversary Journal. Please see your bulletin board for information regarding the gala tickets.

“What the country and we as a Board can embrace is the ability to fight vigorously for what we believe and still be comrades. We have so much more in common and should give each other the benefit of the presumption that we all love our home.” —John McCain “You must never be fearful about what you do when it’s right.” –Rosa Parks I am always interested in hearing your thoughts. I can be reached by mail at: Leslie Peterson, Riverbay Board Director, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bx, NY 10475; Tel. at 718-320-1370, or email at lpeterson@riverbayboard.com.

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

Home: Arrive at your group’s drop off location.

American Legion Auxiliary The Auxiliary’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting for October was held on the first Friday of the month. The attendance was really great and a lot of issues affecting the unit were discussed and agreed upon. Two new positions – Chaplain and Sergeant-at-Arm – were elected to expand the number of board members. In the following week, members of the unit were invited to attend the County meeting. Two board members of the unit, the secretary and the treasurer, were sworn in during the county meeting. They were also given the instruments for the unit to be self-sustainable in the new fiscal year.

If any of the auxiliary members has any questions, kindly call the president, Deloris Cornelius, at 718-320-1946. More so, members are encouraged to pay their 2019 dues —Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown Toba

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Retirees Of Dreiser Loop

Hold the Date. The RETIREES’ HOLIDAY PARTY on Thursday, December 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., will be at Marina del Rey. Price: $85.00, which includes transportation plus free admission to the Spring Bash in April 2019.

Contacts are Daisy Y-Anderson/Beverly Waller who can be reached at 718-3790377, or see them in Retirees’ room 19, Dreiser Loop Community Center, after 2:00 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays.

TRAVEL EVENTS: (price includes Lorant coach bus; located on Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Jan. 10 & 11, 2019 (Thurs. & Fri.), Foxwood & Mohegan Sun, CT. Price: double: $130/single: $175. Deposit: double: $65.00/single: $90.00. Balance due: Mon., Dec. 3. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718320-0500.

• Mar. 21, 2019 (Thurs.), Sands Casino Resort, PA. Price: $40.00. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718- 320-0500.

• Apr. 9, 2019 (Tues.), Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Theatre. Price: $85.00.

Deposit: $45.00/Balance: $40.00 due by Monday, March 18th. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

THEATRE COMMITTEE: (price includes van transport, from Dreiser Loop across from Rehab Center) • Oct. 24th (Wed.), “Phantom” play. Showtime: 11:00 a.m. at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. Meet/Depart: 10:00/10:15 a.m. Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718-671-4949.

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

Showtime: 2:00 p.m. Price: $78.00. Deposit $35.00 ASAP/Balance $43.00 due Thursday, Oct. 11th. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847.

Remember – Your deposit (and final payment) in the form of a check/money order payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. NO cash accepted. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:00-5:00 p.m.

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

Join us on our next Wednesday, October 24, Jazz Up Your Health with a Senior Spa Day. Call Claudette D, 718-379-4784/Hattie L, 718-671-8449, if interested in joining us.

Attention! The Retirees need experienced part-time freelance drivers with a CDL license with passenger endorsement with at least 3 years’ experience and a clean driving record. This volunteer position requires transporting members and friends safely to and from special events within the Bronx, as well as to outer boroughs. Stipend can be expected for each trip. Please call C. Davis at 718-3794784 and leave your name, telephone number and a brief message.

“People often say that motivation doesn’t last. Well, neither does bathing – that’ why we recommend it daily.” —Zig Ziglar —Claudette Davis

Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations

The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc.’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 13, at 12 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, room 15. We are requesting all members to please attend. Please watch this column for further information. It is important that two representatives should be sent from each organization to attend all Coalition meetings. We will be hosting our annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, at 3 p.m. in room 31,

Black Forum

Food Pantry Update Black Forum has not given up on reopening the Food Pantry. The support from the community is critical and has helped to move the needle forward. Please don’t stop communicating to elected officials and Riverbay that the Food Pantry is needed in our community. Send notes of support to let them know that the Black Forum Food Pantry needs a viable space to continue serving the community. The note can be as long or as short as you want. It can be a simple sentence that says, ‘I need the pantry open because I am on a fixed income.’ Your submission can be anonymous, or you can share your name.

Your messages can be mailed, emailed or dictated over our voicemail. Paper and pens for writing notes are available outside 177 Dreiser Loop, room 20.

Please leave your note in the provided envelope. Thank you to all who have shared their moving messages.

“Many of us need help now. Please consider visiting https://www.foodbanknyc.org/get-help/ to find soup kitchens and other food support services.

The locations may require some travel to their facility. There is no shame in asking for help. We are each other’s neighbor.”

Defensive Driving Classes Next two classes are Saturday, November 10, and December 8; 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd floor, room 1. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early.

Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to four points from your driver’s license. Please make checks of $35, payable to ‘Black Forum of CO-OP City,’ and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475 at least 1½ weeks before class. Include name and phone number. Walk-ins are welcomed, but only a $35 cash payment will be accepted the day of the class – NO checks.

Call by noon the Friday before to register for seating. Please bring your current driver’s license and a pen; (718) 320-8035.

Harrah’s Casino, Chester, PA, (DATE CHANGE) Saturday, December 8. Cost: $45. Casino rebate: $15 slot play. We’re collecting monies now. NO REFUNDS. Final payment due by Friday, November 16. Guests receive their seat assignment when payment is received. Call 718320-0033 or 917-209-5334 for additional information. Kindly leave your name, telephone number and brief message.

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

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

2049 Bartow Ave. There will be entertainment, Kuumba dancers & drummers, Kwanzaa ceremony, the Karamu Feast and vendors. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is invited to this free event.

Kwanzaa is the seven-day (December 26—January 1) African Celebration of Family, Community and Culture as personified in African “First Fruits” or harvest celebrations. Kwanzaa incorporates the spirit, value and practice of ingathering, reverence, commemoration, recommitment and celebration and evolves around seven principles, one for each day of Kwanzaa, called Nguzo Saba. The seven Principles of Kwanzaa are Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-determination), Ujima (Collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith).

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: AfricanAmerican Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch and St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church.

Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition, may apply for membership by calling (718) 671-4506 or (718) 671-9610 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the minister/president. Read the Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition’s motto is, “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.”

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Director’s Viewpoint

CLAAY Launches “Project Citizen�

Cheryl Jenkins On October 13th, the Cooperative Leadership Action Among Youth Program (CLAAY) launched Project Citizen. The purpose of this program is to teach the youth about public policy and various entities of government. It was a great turnout; the youth showed up and were ready to work. Director Leah Richardson, the lead on this program, along with committee members Directors Leslie Peterson and Jerome Rice, myself, and community volunteers Mrs. Adelye, Ms. Petina, and Jorge, all came together to make the launch of the CLAAY Program a success.

We each had a role in conveying information to the participants. I facilitated the ice breaker exercise

Donizetti Building Four Association

Fall is definitely here as we can definitely feel by the much cooler temperatures. Our first building association meeting, since we’ve been back, took place last Thursday and was a great hit. Due to working late, I was not able to attend. However, I’d like to commend our vice president, Dawn Mitchell, who ran the meeting in my stead and from what I heard did a great job. The theme was Meet, Eat & Greet. Everyone was encouraged to bring a dish that represented their culture or their favorite thing to eat.

Some of the dishes included arroz con gandules, aka red rice and peas, broccoli loaf, tossed salad, corn bread, fried chicken wings, potato salad, bread pudding, chocolate chip cheesecake and sweet potato pudding, to name a few. It was a great opportunity for everyone to get more acquainted with one another while breaking bread.

Shareholders expressed interests in knowing certain things, such as a timeline for extermination, painting of common areas throughout the buildings, repairs for leaks causing odors, permanent lobby attendants assigned to each of the three Buildings 4A-4C and restoring a permanent porter to Building 4B. I would like to thank all those who attended and those who were able to bring a dish. Everyone had a great time and we look forward to continuing the momentum with the same energy and excitement towards the next meeting. Please stay tuned for details towards our next building association meeting. Look for our article in the CC Times.

If the spirit of many in body but one in mind prevails among the people, they will achieve all their goals. Whereas, if one in body but different in mind, they can achieve nothing remarkable. –Nichiren Daishonin —Steve Vega

in which all the youth participated by talking about themselves. During the session, one of the questions asked of the participants was, “What are some of the issues in your community you would like to fix?�

Gangs, parks and loitering near the stores are a few of the issues discussed. Their concerns and suggestions were very much in line with the improvements and policies that we all would like to see improved.

Of course I was very impressed with all the youth. I was especially impressed with my granddaughter, Chloe, when she volunteered to read a story about the “Stinky Cheese Man� aloud. The participants were engaged with the information and activities throughout the entirety of the program. One humorous moment that took place was when Ms. Petina asked the kids, “How many of you were forced to come?� Just about all of the kids raised their hands to the ceiling. I would like to thank all of the guardians for that push.

Youth groups and community-based activities

have long been thought to play a key role in the lives of young people. The interest that the CLAAY participants showed in the program is a perfect example that we need to invest in more communitybased programs. A youth center is essential to enhancing the quality of life of Co-op City’s youth.

As a community, we should work together to bring this to fruition. The youth are our future. We, as guardians, need to make every effort to nourish them and impart as much knowledge to help guide them in the right direction. Having youth participate in community programs will help with building their confidence and build leadership skills.

Save The Date: The next CLAAY Program will meet on October 27th at the Bartow Community Center. To all the participants who came to the launch session, thank you for your participation.

Your voice, work and ideas are needed.

I can be reached at cjenkins@riverbayboard .com.

Open Door Ministries Priorities: Who Loves ya, Baby?

God loves beyond comprehension, to the giving of His son for man’s redemption and restoration.

Unlike God, man mostly loves for the benefits even then, there are some that die unloved.

2 Chronicles 21:20 “Jehoram was thirty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned in Jerusalem eight years; and he departed with no one’s regret (no sorrow; without being wanted; no one was sorry he died; he died without joy; lived without being desired; died unmourned; no one regretted his death; departed unloved). They buried him in the City of David, but not in the tombs of the kings.�

Unlike Jehoram, we have been offered forgiveness from God even in our stubbornness. There is at least one person that loves us and that is God. He keeps no account or record of our sins even when we go back to the same thing multiple times. He is present to forgive and cleanse us.

Psalm 130:3-4 (AMP) “If You, Lord, should keep an account of our sins and treat us accordingly, O Lord, who could stand before you in judgment and claim innocence? 4 But there is forgiveness with You, That You may be feared and worshiped with submissive wonder.�

Day after day and every morning, the Lord visits us with compassion. He allows us to go to bed every night in whatever condition we are in. We may not give Him a thought as we lay in bed but in the morning, He wakes us up to a new day, a new breath, a new opportunity to glorify Him and demonstrate to the world the changes He has made in us.

Lamentations 3:22-23 “It is because of the Lord’s loving kindnesses that we are not consumed,

Because His tender compassions never fail. 23 They are new every morning; Great and beyond measure is Your faithfulness.�

We never lose to sin. Neither Satan nor anyone else has enough power to make us sin – we give in to it. We choose to do right or wrong – no one can drive us to it. God’s expectation is that we would cooperate with His Spirit and manifest how He lives in us every day.

The “do nots� of the Old Testament are changed into “do’s� in the New Testament.

Galatians 5:22-23 (AMP) But the fruit of the Holy Spirit, the result of His presence within us, is love (unselfish concern for others), joy (gladness), [inner] peace, patience (not the ability to wait, but how we act while waiting; an even temper; forbearance), kindness, goodness (benevolence), faithfulness, 23 gentleness (meekness, humility), self-control (self-restraint, continence).

Against such things there is no law that can bring a charge.

Sunday Services are at 11

a.m. in Bartow Community Center, room 28.

Open Door Ministries’

Therapeutic Mentoring Pro- gram will resume in October.

Contact Pastor Luis by text

917-334-4407 or email open doorministries.net. Blessings

in Christ.

—Pastor Luis Ramos

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Newsong Church

This Sunday’s Schedule: Location: 135 Einstein Loop. Discounted parking available in Garage 8. Kidsong available in rm. 49. Deaf interpretation available during adult service.

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

“Lord, teach us to pray”— Part 2 11 Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.”

2 So He said to them, “When you pray, say: Our [a] Father [b] in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.

Your kingdom come. [c] Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. –Luke 11:1-3 (NKJV) The first thing that Jesus teaches His followers is that we can call God “our Father.” This was a radicle new concept. Until the time of Jesus, “Father” was only used in the scriptures 15 times as a title for God, and it was never used in reference to praying to God. Jesus comes on the scene and from Matthew to John, Jesus uses the title of “Father” 165 times when speaking about God. What is Jesus telling us? He’s telling us that God is our Father. In other words, Jesus taught that for followers of Jesus, we have the right and the honor and the privilege and the blessing of calling God our Father! As we begin to pray, we need to be reminded of “Who” we’re praying to! God is our Father. The reality is that God isn’t everyone’s Father. He’s only a Father to those who are in His family.

Think about this. You were born into a family. But you were born-again into God’s family! As followers of Jesus, we belong to the global church that’s called “the body of Christ” The Apostle Paul says: 14 “For this reason I bow my knees to the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 15 from whom the whole family in heaven and earth is named,” –Ephesians 3:14-15 (NKJV) Not only is God our Father, but He’s our Father in Heaven! This reminds us that when we pray, we’re praying to our Father who is Lord of all. We’re praying to our Father who is sovereign, who knows all things, who sees all things. God’s not surprised by your situation, so you can relax and talk to your Father who is in Heaven about what’s going on in your life!

Jesus then says that God’s name is “hallowed.” That means that our Father’s name is set apart, it’s holy. In other words, His name should be the highest name in my life! It also means that because God is holy, He is separate from all the evil in this world. God is our good Father who loves us and promises to take care of us. He doesn’t cause evil to happen to us, but He will work those bad things out for the good!

Spend some time with your heavenly Father today!

—Pastor Mike Tolone

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

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

Worship Service – 11:00 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Other Scheduled Events On Wednesdays, at noon, you are cordially invited to NOON DAY PRAYER AT CPC, an hour of Power, Prayer, Praise and Testimony. Refreshments will be served.

RSVP: (718) 862-9172.

Sunday, October 22, we pay homage to two of the great ministries of our church.

At 11:00 a.m., we will celebrate the anniversary of our Missionary Ministry.

At 3:00 p.m., we will observe the anniversary of our Nurses Ministry. Our Guest Preacher will be Reverend Alrick Joseph, pastor of Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church. All are welcome to join us in this day of rejoicing.

Please Join Us In Celebrating Our Pastor, Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens’ 42nd Pastoral Anniversary Opening Service – Sunday, November 4, 3:30 p.m.

Guest Preacher: Rev. Hugh Farrish, pastor, Bowen Memorial Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon, NY. Closing Service – Sunday, November 11, 3:30 p.m.

Guest Preacher – Rev. Dr. Carl Bruce, pastor, Mt. Carmel Church, Yonkers, NY. All are welcome!

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

Building 26 Association

Fall greetings to all of our Co-op City families, friends, merchants and new residents. Please get out, times for you, weather permitting, and enjoy a leisurely stroll Who by him do believe in God that raised him up throughout our beautiful community. We thank from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith everyone who participated in the yearly Cancer Walk. and hope might be in God. Seeing ye have purified Congratulations to everyone celebrating birthyour souls in obeying the truth through the spirit days, anniversaries, new births, and other celebrated unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love events during the month of October. one another with a pure heart fervently. (1Peter 1: 3Well wishes for a speedy recovery to those of you 5, 18-22) who are sick, hospitalized and/or homebound. Be a A new commandment I give unto you that ye good neighbor and check in on your elderly and/or love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also sick neighbor(s). love one another Our sincere condolences to those families who By this shall all men know that ye are my discihave, unfortunately, experienced the loss of a loved ples, if ye have loved one to another. (John 13:34-35) one. May God bless you with strength during your In St. John, chapter 13, Jesus speaks of love while difficult time of bereavement. experiencing betrayal which would lead him to the Pat Cippollaro, president of Building 26 Associcross, where he suffers pain and insult from the ones ation, reported that on a Saturday next month he loved the most. Abandonment from his close dis(date/time to be announced) there will be a schedciples while his enemies closing in on him yet he uled Game Night for adults. There also will be a thewas teaching them love and forgiveness. ater trip to Elmsford, NY to see the Broadway play One great example is 1John 3:16 Hereby perceive we the love of God because he laid down His “Phantom,” towards the end of January 2019. Pat concluded by stating that she has received several life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for complaints of illegal drug use inside/outside of the brethren.

Building 26. Please immediately report any susBehold, what manner of love the Father hath pected illegal drug use/drug sales by calling 9-1-1. bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons If you see something, please say something by of God. (I John 3:1) God loves us with an everlasting love; therefore, calling 9-1-1 for emergencies and 3-1-1 for nonemergencies. Please dispose of your garbage into we should love one another. the nearest receptacle. Help keep our community For further information, call (718) 324-0334. clean and beautiful!

—YuVonne Lewis —Rev. R. Sibblies

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle, 100 Co-op City, Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 invites everyone to worship service on the following days: Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship service begins at 11:45 a.m.

Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Regular prayer meeting and Bible Study will also be held at 7:30 p.m.

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

Focus: The power of the incorruptible Word of God is able to lead souls to a new experience and the eternal life.

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which, according to his abundant mercy, hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, To an inheritance incorruptible, and undefiled, and that fadeth not away, reserved in heaven for you, Who are kept by the power of God through faith unto salvation ready to be revealed in the last times.

For as much as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot; Who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last

Community Protestant Church

Fri., Oct. 26

Thu., Oct. 25

Wed., Oct. 24

Tues., Oct. 23

Mon., Oct. 22

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

MENU

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

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

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

Health & Wellness Support Group Bartow Center, rm. 31, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

(New) YOGA w/Peggy Hill 11 a.m. 12 p.m., JASA Main Office Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m. - noon Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

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

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm., 45 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., rm., 45 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m.

Word Search 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Bingo 1-3 p.m., rm., 35 Diabetes Support Group 2nd Monday

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

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

- 1 p.m.

Computer Class for Beg., Int. & Adv., 9:30 a.m., rm. 34

the month

9:30-10:30 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., rm. 2 Color Your Stress Away 11 a.m., rm. 4 Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 11 a.m. 12 p.m., rm. 7

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Last Monday of Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., rm. 13 Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., rm. 2 Interm.ediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Word Games 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Walking Club 10:30 Bingo 11:45 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Caregiver Support Group

Dominoes 10 a.m.

Matinee Movie 10 a.m., rm. 45 Health & Wellness Support Grp-

1 p.m. 1st & 3rd Tues.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.,

Blood Pressure Every 1st & 3rd Wed., 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.

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

Stay Well Exercise 10 – 11am Line Dancing 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

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

Dominos 2:30 p.m.

Smartphone Class Beginner – 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Intermediate 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Bartow Main office Library 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

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

Crochet & Knitting 10 - 11 a.m.

Spanish Class 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Bartow Main Office Session 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

(NEW)- Yoga w/Damion 9:45 a.m – 10:45 a.m.

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

Men’s Line Dancing 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

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

Women’s Line Dancing 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Chat Session 10 a.m.

Piano Sing-along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Karaoke 12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

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

10 a.m. - 11 a.m. rm. 45

9:30-10:30 a.m.

Alert & Alive – 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., rm. 7 Computer Class – rm. 13 Beginner 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Cultural Dance 10:30–11:30 a.m., Aud. B Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Matinee Tues., 1 p.m., rm. 7

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Orange juice Turkey w/gravy Baked potato in skin Whole grain stuffing Steamed broccoli Fresh fruit Whole wheat bread Alt: Salmon salad

Sweet & sour pork w/pineapples Chinese style spaghetti Oriental blend

Apple juice Chicken Cacciatore Garlic bread Green beans Whole wheat bread Canned pineapples Alt: Egg salad

Chicken w/black bean sauce White rice Okra w/tomatoes

Computer Class – rm. 13 Orange pineapple Beginner 10 a.m. -11 a.m. juice, Sweet & Dominos 10 a.m., rm. 45 Intermediate 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Sour meatballs Only 6 seats available (New) Body in motion w/Ola Mauzone toasted Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. barley & onion, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Sewing 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

California blend Computer Lab vegetables, Whole Tai Chi 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Zumba 11 a.m. -12 p.m., rm. 4 wheat bread, Fresh Art Class 1 p.m.-3 p.m. fruit, Alt: Tuna salad Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., rm. 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Orange juice Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m.

Breaded Pollock fish Grandparent Connection 1st Thurs., Blood Pressure 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. 1st & fillet rm. 35, 10:30 a.m.

3rd, rm. 8 Corn & red peppers Line Dancing, 10 a.m. -11a.m., Aud. A Arthritis Exercise 11a.m., rm. 45 Coleslaw Piano Sing Along 11 a.m.

-12 p.m.

Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

(New) Purple Life Trail Fitness w/Damion Whole Wheat Bread Word Search 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fresh fruit 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Section 1 - Greenway Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m., rm. 45 Drama Club Alt: Chicken salad Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Apple juice Art 10 a.m., rm. 45 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Hawaiian chicken Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

9:30 a.m.-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m. legs, White rice Pokeno 2 p.m.-4 p.m., rm. 35 Meditative Moments 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Spinach Soufflé Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., rm. 8 Challah bread 10 -11:30 a.m., rm. 45 Fresh fruit Free Oil Painting Classes rm. 38, Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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

JASA Welcomes everyone age 60 and older!

Payments for trips can be made at all three centers.

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

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

(FREE) LiveOn NY – SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fridays, Oct. 26th, Nov. 16th & 30th, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments! Walk-ins!

First come! First served! Please make copies of your documents before coming to the office.

(New) Yoga w/Peggy Hall – Mondays, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., JASA Main office. Please call 718320-2066 to register.

Six-week Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop – Tues., Oct. 9–Tues., Nov. 13, 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 13, 1-3 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Please contact Julissa Reynoso, 646-946-1252.

Six-week Diabetes Self-management Workshop – Starting Thurs., Oct. 18, & every Thurs. for six weeks excluding Nov. 22nd, Thanksgiving Day, 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 38, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Light refreshments will be served. Please contact Julissa Reynoso, 646-946-1252.

JOIN US!! For a discussion on the LGBTQ Health Care Bill of Rights – Important information for all LGBT people, friends and family; Wed., Nov. 28, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., JASA Main Office. Presented

by Arthur Fitting, RN, VNSNY Manager, Senior

Beef stew Egg noodles Broccoli w/toasted garlic

Hawaiian chicken legs Mashed sweet potatoes Sautéed string beans

Fish w/Creole sauce Pasta Steamed Kale

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

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

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available Bartow Center (929) 399-1394 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

tow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

LGBT Program.

There is a $25 yearly fee to use the facility which IKEA – Tues., Oct. 23, $15. Bartow, 9 a.m.; Eincan be paid at the pool by check or money order. stein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Shoprite (New Rochelle) – Mon., Nov. 5, $4. BarTarget Throggsneck Mall – Tues., Oct. 23, $3.

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

Dreiser Senior Center needs a Tai Chi InstrucBreast Cancer Walk – Bartow, Tues., Oct. 23, tor (Volunteer) to begin Nov. 7th for Wednesdays, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Come join JASA and walk 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. If interested, please contact Paola around the Greenway. or Gay at the Dreiser Senior Center, 718-320-1345.

Halloween Party – Sat., Oct. 27, $5; 1 a.m. 2 Sands Casino in Bethlehem, PA – Sat., Nov. p.m., Einstein Sr. Center, rm. 45; 100 tickets will be sold in the Bartow main office starting Mon., Oct. 10th; $35. Bonus package, $30 slot pay, $5 food 8th. Music by “DJ Woody.” Pick-ups: Bartow, voucher. Pick-up: Dreiser Loop, 8 a.m.; Bartow, 8:15 a.m.; Einstein Loop, 8:30 a.m. Coach bus. Departure 10:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:30 a.m. from Casino, 5 p.m. Lunch will be provided. PayShoprite (New Rochelle) – Mon., Oct. 29; $4; Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. ment deadline is Wed., Oct. 31. (Cash only.)

Thanksgiving Day Party – Thurs., Nov. 15, $7, Empire – Tues., Oct. 30; $5. Bartow, 9 a.m.; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Einstein Center, rm. 45. Music by Einstein, 9:15 a.m. & Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Dances for Seniors – Wed., Oct. 31, at 1:30 “Fusion Event,” 50/50 raffle. Menu: fresh carved turkey, bread stuffing w/gravy, sweet potato pudp.m., Bartow Senior Center, room 31. Join Naomi ding, green beans, cranberry sauce, challah roll, Goldberg Haas & dancers for a variable population apple strudel & juice. Tickets will be sold at the in sharing strong & creative movement among three senior centers. Date for tickets to be sold, TBA. adults of all ages and abilities for fun & friendship.

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse – “Christmas in Medicare Presentations – Thurs., Nov. 1, the Air” show, Thurs., Dec. 20, $120. Coach bus.

Dreiser Loop Sr. Ctr., 177 Dreiser Loop, room 7, 11 Lunch includes choice of: yankee pot roast, fried a.m. – 12 p.m. Wed., Nov. 7, Einstein Loop Sr. Censhrimp, lemon pepper cod, chicken parmigiana, ter, 135 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., rm. 49. roasted turkey, eggplant rollatini & roasted vegetable Stew Leonard’s – Fri., Nov. 2, $6. Bartow, 9:30 kabob, breads, salad, dessert, coffee & tea. No a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

St. Mary’s Pool – $3. Fri., Nov. 2, & Mon., Nov. refunds. Payments due by Fri., Nov. 23. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m.; Einstein, 9:30 a.m.

12. Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.m. –12 p.m., Bar-

Upcoming Events/Trips

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

Reminder: Our Holiday Luncheon is scheduled for Wednesday, December 5, at Marina del Rey; $90/person, 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Tickets may be picked up in Dreiser, room 0, on the following days and times: Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon; Thursdays, noon - 2 p.m.; Fridays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. If needed, you may sign up for transportation; $10 roundtrip. For additional information, call the office, 718-379-1946, and see Stella B. for tickets.

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

2018 Tour Activities December 30 – January 1, 2019: Lavish New Year’s Celebration at The Desmond. C-A-N-C-E-LL-E-D!! Contact Judith, 718-379-3370, or Jeannie, 718-379-3742.

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

Additional trips being planned for 2019. Watch this column for information.

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

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

They may be mailed to the Group/Trip Leader.

—Delores Debnam

AARP Chapter #4997

Rivers Run Community Garden

Goose Island Seniors

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

To pay for trip, you may drop off, mail or call for check pick-up. Payment due by October 19. Menu: Yankee pot roast, fried jumbo shrimp platter, lemon pepper cod, chicken parmigiano, roast turkey with stuffing, eggplant rollatini, roast vegetable kabob (gluten free), homemade bread, mixed garden salad with house dressing, famous unlimited dessert buffet, coffee and tea.

Sands Casino, PA – Thursday, December 13.

Price is $40. Rebate $30 for play and $5 toward food.

You may pay by check to: Goose Island Seniors. Drop it off or email it to 135 Einstein Loop, room 39, Bronx, NY 10475. You may also call to have your check picked up from your home. The bus will be picking up at our three usual bus stops: 8:30 a.m., Einstein Loop; 8:40 a.m. at Asch Loop (by library), and 8:50 a.m. at Dreiser Loop (by hardware store).

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Time: 1:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. with Stephen in our club room 39. Members only. Admission, $5 for three cards, 12 games and jackpot extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments available. Sunday Bingo

this month is October 28.

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

Matinee Movie – Cancelled. There will be no more Matinee Movies on Tuesdays.

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

To all members: Happy Birthday to all members who celebrate their day in the month of October: Joan Macafity, Miriam Lunenfeld, Marilyn Sherman, Bess Manger, Felicia (Phyllis) Curia, Norma Vigilance, Yolanda Osorio, Edward Delgado, Joan Rosa and Edith Rosado.

Note: Call Ann or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613, or visit us at 135 Einstein Loop, room 39, (mornings) Mon. – Fri., l0 a.m. – 12 p.m.; (evenings) Tue. & Thu., 4 p.m. – 6 p.m., and Mon., Wed., & Fri., 6–8 p.m.

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

Please leave a message.

Good health to all.

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

Note from Gardener Brenda Joyner: Baby, it’s cold outside. Yes, indeed. But that hasn’t deterred a few of our gardeners at Rivers Run Community Garden from harvesting in the colder months.

Growing food in the winter can be a challenge, but there are some vegetables that are fall and winter hardy. Some gardeners planted collards, broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts and kale at the end of August. (There are other vegetables, such as arugula, cabbage and leeks that thrive in cooler weather). So if you see movement in our community garden during the winter months, it will be our brave and dedicated winter gardeners. We wish them a bountiful harvest. And I’m sure they will have even more fall and winter gardening experiences to share for next year. Remember: Gardening is cheaper than therapy, and you get vegetables.

We will be closing at the end of October for the season so hop on over for a personal tour and a cutting.

Important dates (All are welcome): October 31 – Last Day for Public visits.

Nov. 15 – Meeting at Dreiser, room 4, at 7 p.m.

December 20 – Celebration at Dreiser, room 4, at 7 p.m.

February 21, 2019 – Meeting at Dreiser, room 4, at 7 p.m.

March 21, 2019 – Meeting at Dreiser, room 4, at 7 p.m.

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

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

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

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

—Gail Sharbaan

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Church of New Vision

Pastors Kenneth Hodge and Deborah Hodge and the New Vision congregation invite you and your family to come and worship the Lord with us. Church of the New Vision is designed to meet the spiritual needs of God’s people. Serving the community for over 45 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spirit-filled atmosphere of Christian love. All are welcome.

Order of Services Sunday Worship Service: 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

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

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

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

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

Events Youth Retreat, October 26-28. Calling all youths to join us on God’s mountain at the Blue Mountain Christian Retreat Center for a weekend full of faith, fellowship and fun! Adults (18+), $160/Teens (13-17), $140/Children (4-12), $110. Meals and transportation included. If interested, please see our youth leaders, Rev. Deborah Hodge, and Sis. Indria Drayton.

November 3rd is our Annual Building Fund Banquet at Seashore Restaurant on City Island, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Donation: Adults, $75/Youth under 12 yrs., $30. See Sis. Sadie James or any pastor’s aide member for tickets. All payments are due by October 28.

Come out for Revival on October 25 and 26, at 7:30 p.m. Guest speakers will be Pastor Deborah Jenkins of Faith@Work Church and Pastor Mike Tolone of Newsong Church. Come out and join us as we lift up the Holy Spirit with preaching, teaching, singing and praise!

Men’s Ministry will celebrate their anniversary on October 28 at the 11:00 a.m. service.

The NGFC Youth Ministry is hosting their annual Youth Explosion and building fund fundraiser, Saturday, November 10, at 2 p.m. Doors open at 1 p.m. Theme: Psalms 62:6 “We Won’t be Shaken.” Come out to fellowship and worship with the local youth ministries in our community. Youths, 18 and under, free admission. Adult tickets, $10 donation. T-shirts are also available for purchase, and are on sale now.

For purchase of tickets and/or T-shirt, please contact Rev. Deborah Hodge, Sis. Indria Drayton, and Sis. Dominique Hodge or any NGFC youth.

The Next Generation for Christ Youth Ministry will be celebrating their 17th Anniversary, Sunday, November 11 at the 11 a.m. service. We invite you to celebrate and lift up a high praise with us. Speaker will be our very own Rev. Deborah Hodge.

Saturday, November 17, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., the Women’s Fellowship will sponsor a St. Barnabas Hospital Mobile Mammography Van which will be stationed outside of the church for free mammograms. Please contact Sis. Loretta Scott to register at ljscott_2000@yahoo.com or 718-671-2623.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475.

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

–Sis. Carol Haque

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Ghanaian Association of Co-op City

October General Meeting: You are invited to the general meeting today, Saturday October 20, at the Einstein Community Center, room 38, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Please call 347-773-3499 if you have any questions.

About Us: The Ghanaian Association of Co-op City (GACC) is a not-for-profit organization with the purpose of promoting the general welfare of the Ghanaian community in Co-op City. The objectives of the association include providing educational programs to members, building a capacity for greater involvement in the activities of the community, and providing a platform to address issues of common concern to members and the Co-op City community.

Key Priorities: Build a stronger unified Ghanaian community in Co-op City Strengthen engagement in the Co-op city community activities Provide opportunities for members (for their families & especially the children) Provide social, economic and emotional support to members and their families 2018 Program & Activities October 20th – Seminar on Marriage Counselling November 24th – General Meeting December 22nd – End of Year Party/Love Feast Dues: Members are reminded to pay your dues. You can now pay using credit card. Pay the entire year dues now and get a discount.

T-shirts: If you don’t have the association t-shirt yet, please get yours for only $15! You may get additional t-shirts for family and friends.

Please Join Us: We need your support. Please join us. We invite you to come to our next general meeting. Call 347-773-3499. UNITY IS STRENGTH! JOIN US TODAY! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Coop Ghanama OR http://www.facebook.com/ gacc2013.

—Seth Osei-Fosu

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of Building 27B. It is on the ground floor of Building 27B, it is handicap accessible, with no steps. Phone: 718-3796920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 9:00 a.m.

After services, we always have a kiddush. The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue.

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

The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who don’t come to services. Please come by 9:30 a.m. so we can take out the Torah.

The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City, and it is air conditioned.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, October 20, at 6:59 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, October 26, is at 5:39 p.m.

Good & Welfare: We sell tree certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15.00 per tree. Mazel tov to all having simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

Get Well: Gary Schwartz is now at home recuperating and he continues to improve.

October Birthdays: Bruce Gitelson, Marilyn Sherman, Rabbi Kronengold, and Gary and Debby Schwartz’s Anniversary.

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

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated.

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

—Gary Schwartz

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

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

Weekly Schedule 1. Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9:00 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service.

We look forward to welcoming you to church tomorrow, Sunday, October 2l, at 9.00 a.m. when we will celebrate the Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost. Our Supply Priest is Father Simeon O. Johnson who will be the Preacher and Celebrant.

All Saints/All Souls’ Day will be celebrated on Sunday, November 4.

Please join us in celebrating the memory of all the Saints of our church and community.

2. Please join us on Wednesdays for an uplifting l5-minute, midday service starting promptly at noon.

3. New: On Thursdays, Father Johnson will be available for telephone calls and visitations, interactive discussions on various topics in the Bible (11 a.m. to noon), followed by a very short noonday service.

4. Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7.00 p.m., and we are always looking for new members.

Acolytes: The church is in need of Acolytes. If anyone is interested in becoming an Acolyte, please speak with Victoria after service.

Group Activities: The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

Fundraising Events • The Annual Post Thanksgiving Day Atlantic City Trip to The Resort Casino will be on Saturday, November 24; $40.00 p.p., Deluxe Motor Coach leaves Dreiser Loop in front of the rehab center at 9.00 a.m. Please contact June Grimes at 347-457-8249 to reserve your seat.

• Stay tuned for upcoming events.

Outreach Program: Our church supports the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. This program is in desperate need of food.

At St. Joseph’s, we collect non-perishable food items on an ongoing basis.

Please remember to donate For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org for more information relating to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church, Co-op City, Bronx, New York.

“For he shall give his angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways” – Psalm 91:11 —Pearline Lawrence

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Co-op City Baptist Church

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

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Join us for a midweek spiritual pick-up at our midweek worship service held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible Study classes are held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Bible Class will also be held on Wednesday, October 24, at 5:00 p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at noon.

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

The Building Fund Ministry will be having a bake sale and flea market on Saturday, November 3. The event will be held at 135 Einstein Loop, room 51 (lower level) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You’re invited to stop by for homemade cakes and pies while browsing the flea market for bargain.

The Scholarship Ministry invites you to mark the date and join them on their upcoming cruise to the Greek Isles and Italy on August 9, 2019. The cost for Inside Cabin/double occupancy is $3595. The cost for Ocean View Cabin/double occupancy is $3970 for this 11-day cruise and includes port charges, taxes, transfers and airfare. A deposit of $600 is due immediately. Final payment is due on or before Sunday, April 7, 2019. No refund after Sunday, April 14, 2019. For additional information or reservations, call 718-379-0541, 718-320-3240, 718671-1271, or the church at 718-379-3774.

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

Greater Love Refuge Ministries “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” Isaiah 41:10 Word for the Week: Go and present your problems and dilemmas to the Lord. When you do not know what to do, He will give you wisdom and solutions to resolve difficult situations. But, again, you must go to Him and make a connection. God will heighten your discernment and cause you to be inspired to do what is right. Do not be afraid or dismayed.

The Greater Love family invite you, friends and family to worship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m.

Morning Prayer begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by Sunday Bible Study for children and adults from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. We are conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y. 10475; main entrance - red button. Parking vouchers are available at the church.

The church phone is 347-920-5607.

Food Pantry: We are pleased to announce the reopening of our Two Fish and Five Loaves food pantry today, October 20, from 10 a.m. to noon. Even if you are not in need of provisions, we invite you in for prayer, a word of encouragement and a hot cup of coffee/tea.

Bible Institute: Training for Service – A Survey of the Bible: Our 18-month weekly Bible course will begin on Tuesday, October 23, from 7:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. The free course is open to all (age 16+) and it’s not too late to register. Simply call the church to request information or come in on October 23 to sit in on a trial class.

Discipleship Class/Bible Study –

Power Hour: The next bi-weekly class will meet on October 25, from 7:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m. We are studying Sanctification.

Majestic Men’s Fellowship: Will be held on Saturday, October 27, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Men 18+ are encouraged to come out for words on inspiration and transformation from Greater Love’s Men of God. The theme for the afternoon is “Building God’s Temple.” Lunch will be served.

MOSAIC Women’s Fellowship: *New Date: Saturday, November 3, from noon to 3 p.m. Come, let us reason together and study the Word of God to understand what He desires of us. The theme is “The Martha Syndrome & the Mary Solution.” All are welcome to join us for this important teaching.

Weekly Schedule Sunday Morning Prayer: 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Bible Study (Adult): 10 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School: 10 a.m.

Sunday Morning Continental Breakfast: 11 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: 11:30 a.m.

Children’s Church: 1st, 3rd & 5th Sunday: 11:30 a.m.

Holy Communion – First Sunday Salvation Teaching (Combined Class): First Sunday, 10 a.m. -11 a.m.

Adult Bible Study/Discipleship Class: Thursday evening: 7:30 p.m., bi-weekly Mid-Week Prayer Line – Wednesday at 1 p.m.

Evening Prayer Line: Thursday, 9 p.m.

- 10 p.m. Dial 712.770.4010 – Access code: 527976 Food Pantry: 3rd Saturday, 10 a.m.

– 12 p.m.

Choir Rehearsal: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

—Pastor Carol Landrum

Faith @ Work Christian Church

Faith @ Work Christian Church is located at 120 DeKruif Place (street level); Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Church telephone: (347) 202-7006; email: fatwcc@aol.com, www.faithatworkchurch.org.

Weekly Worship Experiences: Tuesday Prayer Service, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study CANCELED until announced later. Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m. Teen Church, 10 a.m., 2nd Sundays; Children’s Church, 3rd Sundays (K-3); Older Children’s Church, 4th Sundays (4th-7th).

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

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

the Word of God from the Bible.

Food Pantries 3rd Sundays from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Dreiser, room 4. NO I.D. required (October 21st).

4th Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Registered Senior Citizens Common Pantry, October 25th.

Please Note: November’s distribution will be Friday, November 2, as the usual 4th Thursday is Thanksgiving.

Hold the Date: December 15th from 12 p.m. til 6 p.m. The Sable Holiday Fair where we will feature authors in a special author’s pavilion and business owners selling jewelry, clothing, baked goods, etc. There will be a special VIP time (12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m.) featuring catered fare, swag bags, and a praise dance performance. VIP entrance is $15 and other discounts. Fair entrance is FREE and each hour features a door prize drawing every hour! Join us in celebrating small businesses and finishing up your holiday shopping!

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

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

Emergency: 718-651-3050 www.ccpd.us

Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 @CCPDnyc

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