Co-op City Times 10/22/2022

Open Board Meeting Wednesday, Oct. 26, in Dreiser Auditorium

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Early Voting for Nov. 8th Election Begins Saturday, Oct. 29

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Federal Student Loan Relief Application Live

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Co-op City Resident Carjacked and Robbed

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The deadline to request an Absentee Ballot online or by mail is this Monday, Oct. 24. In addition, Absen tee Ballots can be requested in person (or by an autho rized representative) at the Bronx Board of Elections up to Nov. 7, 2022. Absentee Ballots must be post marked by Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. The United States Postal Service recommends that voters mail their bal lots at least seven days ahead of the general election to ensure the ballot is received by the Board of Elec tions in time to be counted in the election. Absentee Ballots can also be returned in person on election day, Nov. 8, to the Bronx County Board of Elections, 1780 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10457; 718-299-2140. For more information, please visit www.Vote.NYC.

Voters will be selecting candidates for the follow

New York State Governor/Lt. Governor

• Kathy C. Hochul/Antonio Delgado (Democratic, Working Families)

• Lee Zeldin/Alison Esposito (Republican, Con servative)

• Write-In City Comptroller

• Thomas P. DiNapoli (Democratic, Working Fam ilies)

• Paul Rodriguez (Republican, Conservative)

• Write-In Attorney General

• Letitia A. James (Democratic, Working Families)

• Michael Henry (Republican, Conservative)

• Write-In

United States Senator

• Charles E. Schumer (Democratic, Working Fam ilies)

• Joe Pinion (Republican, Conservative)

• Diane Sare (LaRouche)

• Write-In

Justice of the Supreme Court, 12th Judicial District (choose/write in 3 candidates)

• Myrna Socorro (Democratic)

• Fidel Gomez (Democratic)

• Connie Morales (Democratic)

• Write-In

Judge of the Civil Court, Bronx County (select/write in 4 candidates)

• Michele Davila (Democratic)

• Steven L. Alfasi (Republican)

• Yadhira Gonzalez-Taylor (Democratic)

• Nicholas A. Marricco (Repubican)

• Sophia Hershman (Democratic)

• Cynthia Isales (Democratic)

• Write-In Representative in Congress, 14th Congressional District

• Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (Democratic, Work ing Families)

• Tina Forte (Republican)

• Desi Cuellar (Conservative)

• Write-In

State Senator, 36th Senatorial District

• Jamaal T. Bailey (Democratic)

• Write-In

Member of the Assembly, 82nd Assembly District

• Michael R. Benedetto (Democratic)

• John M. Greaney Jr. (Republican, Conservative)

• Write-In

Judge of the Civil Court, District 1st Municipal Court District, Bronx

• Taisha Chambers (Democratic)

• Luciano Locorontondo (Republican, Conserva tive)

• Write-In

This year’s ballot also includes four proposals and votes – yes or no – on these proposals.

Proposal #1 – An Amendment to the Clean Wa ter, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022, to authorize the sale of state bonds up to $4,200,000,000 to fund environmental protection, nat ural restoration, resiliency and clean energy projects.

Proposals 2-4 are products of the NYC Racial Jus tice Commission started by former NYC Mayor Bill

de Blasio in 2021 to begin addressing structural racism and advancing racial equality among all New Yorkers. For starters, the Commission was tasked with reviewing the City Charter and proposing amendments for voters’ consideration in a general election. These three propos als seek to add a preamble to the City Charter showing what type of support citizens should expect from the set up a commission to determine the true cost of liv ing in New York City.

Proposal #2 – Add a preamble to the City Charter which would be an introductory statement of values and vision aspiring towards “a just and equitable city for all” New Yorkers, and revises the mission statement to add that the city must strive to remedy “past and con tinuing harms and to reconstruct, revise, and reimag ine our foundations, structures, institutions, and laws to promote justice and equity for all New Yorkers.”

Proposal #3 – Seeks to amend the City Charter to Plans every two years which would include strategies and goals to improve racial equity and reduce/elimi

cial equity and coordinate the City’s racial equity plan ning process.

Proposal #4 – Amend the City Charter to require the City to create a “true cost of living” measure to track the actual cost in New York City of meeting essential needs, including food, housing, childcare, transporta tion, healthcare, clothing and shoes, hygiene products, household items, telephone and internet charges, and other necessary costs, and without considering public, private or informal assistance so as to inform pro grammatic and policy decisions. The measure would also require City government to develop and report an nually the “true cost of living” measurement, begin ning in 2024.

For more information on proposals 2-4 and/or the justice.cityofnewyork.us.

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Co-op City Times

Times Square Gun Legislation Facing Legal Opposition

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

New York’s concealed carry legislation remains in place for now, despite facing current legal opposition.

The law, called the Concealed Carry Improvement Act (CCIA), went into effect on September 1. The move was the state’s response to the U.S. Supreme Court ruling from June that afforded gun owners the full protection of the U.S. Constitution and deemed certain probable cause laws, such as New York’s, unconstitutional.

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

“Flip the Ballot” Meet and Greet

On Tues., Oct. 25, join Pastor Deborah Jenkins of Faith @ Work Christian Church in Room 31 in the Bartow Center, 6:307:30 p.m. for a Voter Education program held in partnership with the Racial Justice Commission to learn about the importance of voting yes/no on the three proposals that are on the ballot this Nov. 8. Refreshments will be served and all are invited.

Safe Disposal Event at Orchard Beach, Oct. 22

The NYC Dept. of Sanitation is hosting a Bronx Safe Disposal event at Orchard Beach parking lot, Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., rain or shine. Among the items accepted are: automotive prodand auto batteries; personal care items: unwanted medicines and cosmetics; thermometers; syringes (clearly labeled in a “sharps” or other leak-proof, puncture-resistant container); household products like pesticides, paint, hazardlight bulbs; and electronics such as computers, tv’s and printers. Visit www.nyc.gov/safedisposal or call 311 for more disposal options.

Test & Treat Mobile Van in Co-op City

NYC Test & Treat Corps’ Mobile Test to Treat unit is available daily on a rotating schedule at the three shopping centers, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. as follows next week:

Mon./Tues.: 135 Einstein Loop

Wed./Thurs.: 2049 Bartow Ave.

Fri./ Sat./Sun.: 177 Dreiser Loop.

Locations are approximate depending on parking availability.

The mobile Test to Treat Rapid Testing van does not offer PCR testing. Anyone who tests positive for COVID at the Test to Treat mobile van can speak with an onsite clinician, and, if eligible, receive free Paxlovid anti-viral medication.

Appointments not required. Bring ID and insurance card, if available. Insurance is not necessary; it is open to everyone.

However, that legislation has already been the subject of Concealed Carry Improvement Act to be in violation of the Second Amendment.

In August, U.S. District Court Judge Glenn Suddaby ultimately threw out a case on other legal grounds surrounding the plaintiffs, but the judge wrote in his ruling why he felt various aspects of the CCIA violated the U.S. Constitution, especially the sensitive zones provision.

As a quick review of the CCIA, the law establishes sensitive zones where no individual is allowed to carry a con-

In his decision, Judge Suddaby detailed why he felt the CCIA violated the Second Amendment Right.

“Simply stated, instead of moving toward becoming a shall-issue jurisdiction, New York State has further entrenched itself as a shall-not-issue jurisdiction. And, by right to bear arms in public for self defense,” Suddaby wrote in his ruling earlier this month.

New York State Attorney General Letitia James subsequently sought an appeal to Suddaby’s order, which was granted by the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on October 12, according to Reuters

Then this past Thursday, U.S. District Judge John Sinatra issued a temporary restraining order against the CCIA after two plaintiffs sued the legislation for preventing concealed plaintiffs in this case were concerned with the law preventinside a place of worship.

charged with criminal possession of a weapon, which is a class E felony.

Certain law enforcement individuals are exempt from this law, such as active-duty military personnel, police or security guards.

More recently, Judge Suddaby issued an order on October 6 that would negate certain aspects of the CCIA and allow the Gun Owners of America to seek a lawsuit against the CCIA.

To join a Riverbay Board Committee

Use your phone to scan this QR code to sign up.

Share Your Comments & Suggestions with Riverbay

Shareholders are encouraged to submit input on how to improve services and service delivery as well as other ideas that impact the quality of life of Co-op City residents.

If you have a suggestion you’d like to share with the Riverbay Board and/or Management, visit the Home page of coopcity.com, scroll down to the bottom and click on the “Comments & Suggestions” link.

This service has been added at the request of Riverbay Board President Sonia Feliciano to engage with shareholders.

“The nation’s history does not countenance such an incursion into the right to keep and bear arms across all places of worship across the state. The right to self-defense is no less important and no less recognized at these places. The constitution requires that individuals be permitted to use handguns for the core lawful purpose of self-defense,” Judge Sinatra wrote in his decision.

Judge Sinatra’s ruling only applies to places of worship, but the move is already being reviewed by the Attorney GenReuters that the

rary restraining order.

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can either receive $10,000 or up to $20,000 in student loan relief. Federal Pell Grant recipients are eligible for up to $20,000 in student loan relief, while non-re cipients are eligible for up to $10,000 in relief

Here is a quick review of the eligibility requirements for the one-time stu dent debt relief:

• Individuals who earned less than $125,000 in 2021 or 2020.

• Families who earned less than $250,000 in 2021 or 2020.

The income thresholds are based on an individual or family’s adjusted gross income, which can be found on line 11 of the IRS 1040 form, as explained on the Federal Student Aid website.

President Biden detailed the reach the student aid relief will have and the de mographic the support will be helping most of all. and about 90 percent – 90 percent of that relief is going to go to people making less than $75,000 a year. Let me be clear: Not a dime will go to those in the top 5 percent of the income bracket,” President Biden said during the announcement.

Individuals have until December 31, 2023 to apply for the one-time student loan debt relief, according to the Federal Student Aid website. Debt relief is at tributed only toward loan balances accrued before June 30, 2022.

The website also notes that a majority of borrowers will only receive their U.S. Department of Education notifying them of their eligibility.

Equally important, an August article in The Gothamist detailed that debt re the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance.

Individuals who voluntarily decided to continue paying their student loans during the current pause on payments may be refunded that money. First, the borrower would have to complete the one-time student debt relief application. If their one-time relief is less than the $10,000 or $20,000 threshold, then the individual is eligible to have their voluntary payments refunded only up to their respective threshold.

For instance, an individual who is eligible for $20,000 in relief with a loan balance of $19,000 would be refunded up to $1,000 if they voluntarily paid their student loan payments during the payment pause, which is technically from March 13, 2020 to December 31, 2022.

The Department of Education warns borrowers to be aware of possible scams involving federal student debt relief. The agency cautions borrowers to be par ticularly suspicious of anyone claiming to offer a service that will help a bor rower receive their one-time relief.

Additionally, the

information

starting January

PS 160 Celebrates Hispanic Heritage MonthP.S. 153 at Rivers Run Community Garden

BY P.M CAMPBELL

Fire Safety Tip –– Avoid Overloading Outlets

by never plugging more than two appliances into an outlet at once or “piggybacking” extra appliances on Be Smart, Be Safe!

NAACP

Mission Statement

Adult Chess at Baychester Library

foundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the Youth Committee Meet and Greet Fall Pizza Social:

October Membership Meeting:

memberships have remained continuous throughout

The Baychester Library is collaborating with Young Kings & Queens Chess Club to bring chess classes to seniors on Saturdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the library, located at 2049 Asch Loop North, Bronx, NY 10475. The class will meet today, Saturaround will be next Saturday, Oct. 29, 2022. “The chess class is doing good and we have seniors tator of the program. “This chess program has given these seniors the opportunity to build up new relationships within the community. It helps to build up self-esseniors attending. It gives them the chance to exercise their brain cells on another level which, in cause, can

Notice of Branch Election – Please note the present a report based on the nomination petitions

Know Before You Go! What you are voting for?

Early Voting: General Election: Deadlines:

We Need You in the Fight: structural racism by using your power to take action on Facebook and

––Brenda Brown

Highlights from PS 160’s Hispanic Heritage Month celebration and Spirit Week.

Photos by P.M Campbell

Letter to the Editor

Carrying Charge Increases

The Board recently deliberated how to reduce the carrying charge increase needed to ensure fuoperators are being faced with a 7.5% increase instead of 10%. That’s better.

Still, many cooperators are second-guessing the Board’s deliberations – including me. Some would them a buck. Some would take away negotiated would (by attrition) eliminate garage attendants and rely inan additional 1.5% to 2% carrying charge increase each year.)

in our case, is space rage space, and storage space. Raising our 13,000 closets by considerably more than that

dents pay for their own amenities. Other cooperators are on waiting lists for those under-priced amenities, by the way.

ple yearning to become Co-op City co-operators. For equity another one or two or three grand, while encouraging HCR to raise the income minimums and

The disabled and many seniors qualify for the see a monthly increase between $53.55 and $116.03 based on the $17.85 per room calculation.

in the budget-wrangling-room the last time, an initially proposed 5.5% increase was reduced to a 2% increase mostly by raising parking, storage, and equity.

was in the Zoom where it happened for

In Memoriam

Linda Drax-Werner

Long-time president of the Building 30A & B Association, Linda Oct. 18, 2022 at the age of 70.

Thursday, Oct. 20. The family will host a Celebration of Life on Sat-

be a room change. Please keep Mrs. Werner’s family in your prayers during

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Co-op City Department of Public Safety offers Halloween Safety Tips

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

Halloween 2022 will likely seem a little more like normal than the past two years. Next week’s article will feature the latest on in-person Halloween events for the Halloween weekend. In many cases, masks might be optional but if you are more comfortable wearing a mask, please do so, especially for indoor activities. Halloween events have evolved over the years to include more group parties and public parties. Trick or Treating should be limited to only people or places you trust. The fear of candy being tampered with is magnified by the recent development of drugs made to look like colorful candy. We have seen in the media drugs containing Fentanyl made to look like children’s candy. Fentanyl has been shown to be very toxic to anyone who ingests it, especially children. It is important that parents remain extra vigilant for this hazard.

Public Safety Report

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 provides these safety tips to keep everyone safe this Halloween. Halloween costumes worn by adults or older teens for no legitimate purpose is never a good idea. If attending a Halloween event, it is better to put on your costume and accessories when you arrive at your destination.

Here are some universal Halloween safety tips which should be followed in Co-op City and wherever your travels may take you. Roadways present a serious hazard to pedestrians, including those wearing costumes. 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

Public Safety Blotter

October 9 – October 15, 2022

October 10, 2022 –

120 Casals Place

A cooperator reported returning to her parked vehicle and observing her catalytic converter was removed by an unknown individual. NYPD was notified and responded.

100 Debs Place

A cooperator reported an unknown individual knocking on her apartment door and stating that he was a Riverbay employee who came for a repair. When the cooperator stated that she was notifying Riverbay, the unknown individual fled the area.

October 11, 2022 –

100 Bellamy Loop

A cooperator reported returning to his parked vehicle and observing that his catalytic converter was removed by an unknown individual.

October 12, 2022 –

27A Debs Place

A cooperator reported confronting an unknown individual entering her locked apartment and fleeing with several items. NYPD and CCPD were present with a crime scene established and evidence processed by NYPD. Investigation is ongoing.

2063 Bartow Avenue

A Rite Aid employee reported an unknown individual removing items from the store shelves and exiting the establishment without paying and fleeing the area.

October 14, 2022 –

99 Asch Loop

A cooperator reported an unknown individual damaging the rear driver’s side of his vehicle. A report was prepared.

120 Erskine Place

A cooperator reported two confirmed delivered packages of hers delivered to the wrong apartment. The packages were redirected to the lobby of the building where an unknown individual removed the packages without authorization.

140 DeKruif Pl.

CCPD – Emergency Services Unit responded for a wellness check at the location.A forced entry was required.An individual was observed unconscious but breathing.The aided was transported to Einstein Hospital.

120 Einstein Loop

CCPD responded to a call of shots fired. A canvas of the area was conducted with negative results. There was no ballistic evidence at the scene. NYPD was present on scene.

October 15, 2022 –

Little League Baseball Field

While on routine patrol, a CCPD supervisor observed a suspicious vehicle at the front entrance in the dark. The supervisor used a spotlight to investigate and the vehicle immediately turned on the headlights and drove on the grassy part of the sidewalk and crashed into a fence. Both occupants, who were juveniles, exited and climbed over the fence. The vehicle was determined to be stolen, therefore, both were arrested, charged accordingly and processed at the 45th Pct.

2049 Bartow Ave – Mall #2

CCPD responded to an emotionally disturbed person who was incoherent, belligerent, barefoot and in poor hygienic condition. The aided was transported to Jacobi Hospital for treatment.

BLOTTER BONUS:The National Domestic Violence Hotline is a resource for those in need. Languages: English, Spanish and 200+ through interpretation service, (800)-799-7233.

Advocates are available 24/7 by phone and live chat to discuss your situation and help you identify ways to assist a loved one who may be experiencing domestic violence.

to young ghouls and goblins who may dart into traffic. If you or your children will be outside at dusk or darkness, place reflective tape on costumes or clothing. Adults should always accompany young children.

Care should be taken when selecting costumes. Loose costumes or large shoes can present a tripping hazard. Masks can reduce vision. Make-up is more comfortable and does not obstruct vision. Always remove masks when crossing the street. Consider enlarging eye openings if a mask is worn. Halloween costume masks do not take the place of face coverings that help fight the spread of coronavirus. If the Halloween mask does not cover the nose and mouth, an additional mask or face covering should be added. Halloween-themed face coverings which serve both purposes are available. 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 LED 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 can 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 911 if they observe any suspicious activity during the Halloween season.

Children should never enter anyone’s house or apartment for any reason. Any treats your child may receive 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.

Halloween falls on a Monday this year. It is always important to be alert for school buses but Halloween adds an extra distraction. Schools are 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. This includes the electric bicycles and scooters that are available for rent throughout the community.

One of the October Crime Safety articles on Auto Safety included some helpful tips to prevent being the victim of an auto crime. Two major paragraphs from that article are being repeated below. The Department of Public Safety cannot emphasize enough that leaving your vehicle running with the keys inside for any length of time presents an opportunity for a criminal that could easily be avoided.

Auto break-ins are frequently crimes of opportunity — when a criminal surveys a vehicle and observes valuables in plain sight. Wheel, airbag, and catalytic converter thefts usually involve organized crews of criminals who identify vehicles off the beaten path that they can vandalize with

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbaycorp.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,

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES

There are no contract opportunities to list this week. Please check back.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites: www.Indeed.com www.Glassdoor.com

Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply directly at either site

Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department.

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

Director’s Viewpoint – Bernard Cylich, Secretary

Unprecedented, Difficult Decision

The Board of Directors faced

Uncontrolled Fossil Fuel Companies’ Greed

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Fresh

Strong Cooperative Spirit Thrives in Co-op City

As an aside: In spite of the pandemic, for the best deal in town

Black Forum

Food Pantry –

––D. Illis

Building 32 Association

Hello, fellow co-operators!

Covid-19 did a number on us, keeping us from meeting in person for over two years. It also made posting in the Co-op City Times sporadic. But the time has come for us to reach out and meet face to face once again. Your building association executive board has scheduled a general meeting for Oct. 25 at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will be provided. Maybe

On the agenda will be us checking in with you to see how you have been. Another issue we would like to discuss is the possible return of Halloween candy distribution in the lobby.

Most importantly, we will need to recruit for not

ecutive positions on the association board. Due to some unforeseen vacancies upcoming, we will need to name a new vice-president and treasurer.

The continued existence of our association de pends on participation. If we cannot do these things, then your Building 32 Association may no longer exist! Do not let the association fade away. Get up and get involved, your building needs you!

––Ezekiel Springer Jr.

Building 22A&B Association

Winter is around the corner. It is Halloween time, make sure to check all your children’s candy for anything harmful. It is also time for early elections, starting Oct. 29, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Oct. 30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Oct. 31, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.; Nov. 1, Nov. 2 and Nov. 3, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Nov. 4, 7 a.m.-3 p.m.; Nov. 5; Nov. 6, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Election Day is November 8, 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Please vote.

We moved into Co-op to have a better quality of life but we need to remember to give our neighbors the same respect, tone down noise levels, stop slam ming doors and no hammering after 10 p.m.

Compactor rooms: We all know who is not report to CSO.

Laundy room: Please pick up fabric softener sheets, someone could slip and fall. Continue to re move clothes from washers and dryers as other are clothes dry faster. Be a good neighbor. meeting.

Happy birthday to all. Our prayers to all who lost loved ones. Please check on the sick and shut-ins. If you see something, say something. Thank you.

––Betty Leak

Building 31 A/B Association

The Building 31 A/B Association held their wel come back meeting on October 11. We had a won derful turn-out. All were invited and many showed up. Topics of concern that we covered were the laundry room, compactor room, noise and insur ance policy.

Laundry Room – Dirty clothes should not be sorted on the folding tables or in the carts. Carts should not leave the laundry room. Pick up your used dryer sheets and monitor what time your ma chine or dryer will stop.

Compactor Room – Raw garbage goes down please clean it up. Clean items prior to placing in recycling bag. Cardboard boxes, pizza boxes, furni ture and large items are to be taken to the basement.

Noise – Please be a good cooperator and neighbor by remembering that sound travels. Keep in mind having a terrace does not mean you cannot be heard.

Insurance policy – Check your policy to be sure it is for co-op or condo, not a renter’s policy. We are owners.

Again, I wish to thank everyone who attended our meeting who came with questions, concerns and answers.

Our next building association meeting is on November 15 at 7 p.m.

Do not forget to vote. Early voting starts Oct. 29.

––Sharon Clarke

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

New Cooperators – Welcome, all new cooperators.

Executive Board of the Building 10 Association

During the Oct. 13 general membership meeting, nominations were held for the executive board of the Building 10 Association. By a unanimous decision, listed below is the executive board of the Building 10 Association:

President – Jewel Crawford-Duncan Vice President – Lisa Norman Secretary – Carol Campbell Treasurer – Phyllis Parker

Financial Secretary – Jeannie Kempson Sergeant at Arms – Ron Campbell

Halloween Candy Collection – We will be ac cepting candy donations for Halloween from 6 p.m. -8 p.m. in the Building 10 Association room (located in the rear of Building 10B) on Oct. 27.

Halloween Candy Giveaway – The Halloween candy giveaway will be held on October 31 from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. in the Building 10 Association room.

Vote – Election Day is November 8. Early in-per son voting will begin on October 29. Visit vote.nyc,

or call 866-VOTE-NYC for more information on your early voting location.

Self-Closing Doors – During the association meeting, several cooperators mentioned their door was not self-closing. Please notify Riverbay regard ing issues with any door that is not self-closing.

If You See Something, Say Something – For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311.

Questions, Comments and Suggestions – You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook: “Building 10 “ABC” Association.” Like and around Building 10.

We would like to wish all who are born in October an incredibly happy birthday.

To the homebound and sick, we wish you a speedy recovery.

To all who have lost a loved one recently, we give our deepest condolences.

Have a great week.

––Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Building 27 Association

Hello, neighbors. Fall is here, the children are in school and things are going pretty well thus far. all a safe and healthy school year.

Open Board Meeting – There will be an Open Board Meeting on October 26. Shareholders will be able to discuss the Jan. 2023 carrying charge in crease of 7.5%.

Voters Guide – All should have received your book by now. Please take the time to read the guide because it has so much useful information. First, I would like to encourage our voters to use your vot ers tag or the card with the makes the voting process much quicker. Second, you may bring materials with you including your voters guide and take them all back with you. Third, please be alert that we are voting for candi

Federal, State, judges and four proposals. To learn about the candidates, go online to nycvotes.org/ candidates. If you do not have a computer, try the library at Bartow. Also, one may call the Board of Election at 718-2999017. Watch out for de bates on TV. We all must stay vigilant and make sure we read and take our time and vote.

Maintenance was seen picking up trash around our grounds and walk ways. We are glad this has been implemented again to help keep our grounds clean.

Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. We continue to offer our sincere sympa thy and condolences to the families that have lost loved ones. We wish all

the best of health and safety. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 and she will gladly acknowledge your birthday by sending you a card, as she is ex cellent in sharing good will. Also notify her of any illness, if a neighbor has deceased or if anyone is in a nursing home.

“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its mem bers.” –Coretta Scott King ––H. Overman

DIAGNOSED WITH ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE?

Eligibility

Age 60 and older

Disease

to speak and understand English or Spanish

to complete an MRI

Use of neurostimulation device for 6 months

to $460 in compensation

provided

The NICE-AD Research Study is looking for participants to use a neurostimulation device at home that may improve memory and thinking.

Director’s Viewpoint – Michelle Marbury, Assistant Treasurer

Where Does the Global Condition of the World Leave “Us”?

Greetings, shareholders, residents, friends and neighbors… I bid you peace again from an uncomfortable but familiar place. Not a place where

amount of time. A place we Pandemic, War, Gas Crisis, Energy Crisis and a Financial Crisis

There’s More: Cost Drivers

We Were Able to Bring it Down to 7.5% but in our monthly carrying

(heaven forbid) in the

I am Proud of Those of You who Expressed your Understanding

we have miles to go before we sleep, and miles to go before we sleep” (Thank you, Robert Frost). You understand that ou understand

world. You understand that

You understand that

All of us divided by each one of us, equals a force for good.

Building 18 Association

General Meetings

––Gertie Brown

Halloween Candies

Co-op Democratic Club

The CCDC is supporting the following candidates:

The CCDC is supporting these candidates for Judges:

Note:

—Shirley J. Saunders

Co-op City Little League

Meet our New President and New Vision for CCLL

I would like to thank all parties involved for vot ing for me and trusting in me that I have the best have been involved with youth sports for almost 20 years on the little league level all the way up to pro fessional baseball and I do not plan on stopping any time soon. I would like to share with you my vision of our little league. First and foremost, enrollment is is over 200 kids in our little league. We will have more parent involvement and community involve ment to make this a super successful league again! project this summer and that was to make our base was to inspire our kids, parents, coaches, and board members. The other part of that was so our kids have

only baseball some of our kids may ever play, and I of their lives! Moving forward we will be launch ing a new website and mobile application; we will have the power of online registration and payments ing a new online team store with our partner, Dia

offering the latest in practice gear. While practice is just as important as playing, this winter, we will be having our winter workouts at “The Dome,” lo we plan on growing our little league and making it a destination for all of our kids in the community. This past weekend, our 12U team participated in was put forth by all those who participated in this past weekend’s games. The goal is to be 1% better every day and have the energy and effort to compete.

––Alex Ruiz

Building 12 Association

Building 19 Association Zoom

Meeting is Monday, October 24, 7 p.m.-9 nalizing plans for Halloween to be held sues.

Welcome to our new neighbors and join Zoom Meeting.

Reminder : Open Riverbay Board

We are in our holiday season. Please be mindful of your surroundings and use caution before opening your door.

Our thoughts and prayers to all who are sympathy to all who have suffered a loss.

—Sonja Maxwell

Hello, Building 19 family. This month has been a busy one for our association. On October 4, we held our commit tee meeting. I want to thank those who were able to attend either in person or virtually. If you passed through our lobby recently, you will see that the association worked its magic een, the association will be doing its annual candy giveaway the kids and yourselves and enjoy a sweet treat.

On October 23, the association will be participating in the event at the Mall of Bay Plaza. This fundraiser is a worthy event that the association is proud to be a part of via its walk team.

Today at noon, the association will be collecting names of cooperators who wish to make a donation to the charity

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

bobo's crab shack

UPCOMING

kareoke night

Let's take kareoke night to the next level! Open mic kareoke starts at 6pm

I look forward to seeing you this weekend, especially those stay safe.

––Leon Tulton

30 vendor pop-up sale! All day from 2pm

Come shop with local venders, and small business owners of our area. From body butter, to hand made jewelry, we've got it here.

Dancing with the feet is one thing. Dancing with the heart is another. Starts at 6pm

family fun game night

Soul latin line dancing Families that play together, stay together. Starts at 7pm

Events subject to change

Please call us!

SHOW YOUR VENDER PURCHASE RECEIPT AND GET A FREE SOFT DRINK WITH YOUR MEAL ORDER.

Featuring DJ- B SMUV & FRIENDS 6pm to 12am

ticket sales with prefix menu are available.

THE JOKE DEALERS

when

laughing. Starts at 6pm to 12am

memory lane

SPEED DATE

Building 21 Association

Unfortunately, not back in the Gathering Room yet

The next meeting of the Building 21 Association will not take place in the Gathering Room as we had pipe burst. We will carry on via Zoom with special guest, Warren Mitchell, Riverbay Assistant General

We will discuss what is important to you. Do not miss this important gathering. If you have questions regarding the 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail. com. eral meetings every fourth Thursday of the month. Everyone from all buildings, plan to come and join us at Building 21. Bring a friend.

The 2022 General Election…

What you need to know… You can call the Board of Elections ber for the Absentee department is

mail must check your mail carefully. Remember, You can take your completed ballot by hand to the your completed ballot to your polling site during the early voting period. You can also mail in your vote. Election 2022 facts…

Early Voting Period –– October 29-November 6 Absentee Ballot Applications accepted no later

Your Floor, Your Safety and Protection begins with You in every building. If you have not volunteered for

All of us, multiplied by each one of us, equals a force for good.

––Michelle Marbury

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Good day, neighbors. Interim elections are com ing up. Make sure you are registered and, if needed, apply for your absentee ballot; main thing is, Vote.

Covid meant association rooms were closed but two weeks ago, the ban was lifted. That meant the chairpersons of nearby associations were contacted. We were waiting for a response. Well, we have that response. Good news, the Building 21 Association welcomes us; bad news, their room is in repair mode

will be planned and CSO Liaison, Victor Dickson, will be invited.

We were very sorry to learn our long-time friend, Kevin Lambright’s mother passed, and dear neigh bor and also long-time friend, Ann Ventrella, was in the hospital. We send both our sincere prayers and hopeful both families will be in better times.

We must recommend you read the Co-op City Times for correct information on, for example, when the Carrying Charge increase will begin, resolutions, local and club updates, etc.

Being the attempted victim in a scheme to cash criminal got nothing. The account was charged for the bank, I thought they made a mistake. I went to the bank; thankfully, Broun Place’s treasurer joined me. The investigation showed a check of mine from May 2022 was doctored and redeposited. The po lice described a wire hanger was opened and the tip dipped into glue, slid down the slot, coming up with mail. Do not trust the mailbox, bring your mail into

Drivers, remember to STOP at the new sign on Broun Place and Bellamy Loop. Pole replacement construction has been accomplished on the corner with the new technological equipment.

In the September 10 issue of the Co-op Times, page 5, listed contact information for “E-Scooter Program Complaints.” Pick up or go onine at: http:// issuu.com/cctimes.

Review garbage procedures: the white bin is pa per, green and blue are all other house garbage. Please don’t throw your masks on the street, use bins and pails. I continue to pick up gutter garbage littered by locals between Broun Place and Garage 6; do you?

It has happened again. An uncovered mattress has been left on our dumpster pad. This is an act that is treated as a cooperator offense and if the doer is Our dumpster pad is not where clothes for recycling should be left. Blue bins are at the gates of Garage 6.

Testing and vaccine center locations are printed in the “COMBING CO-OP CITY” column. Check where vaccine distributions sites are at: nyc.gov/vac covidvaccine. Seniors, register with the Riverbay RUOK, Emergency contact programs. This is crit ical for those living alone or with a chronic sickness.

Don’t waste water, prepare full washing machine loads and full dish loads, too. Save water by doing fewer cycles. Remember, Keep dancing and better days are ahead! Wakanda forever!

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 family and friends.

Updated vaccines and booster shots are now available as the CDC has reported an uptick in in There has been a whirlwind of activity this month.

Governor Kathy Hochul visited our commu ing session.

The General Election season is upon us. Absentee begins October 29. Early voting ends November 6. The last day to drop off your absentee ballot at a poll site or have it postmarked is November 6.

about candidates on the ballot by logging on to New candidates.” On the 2022 ballot will be state and local judgeships, U.S. Congressional seats, and Governor, Attorney General, Comptroller, Senate

There will be ballot proposals on the back. We will discuss more about this at our meeting.

Riverbay has scheduled an Open Board meeting

charge increase along with representatives from the New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal. Please attend to listen and to voice your opinion.

Our next Building 9 Association general member our Association room located in building 9B lobby rear. Please join us.

months. Hopefully, that may help to stave off some rising costs.

Construction is completed in Garage 2. Please pay attention to the posted directional signage.

Please contact our Public Safety department with any safety and security concerns.

The Medicare open enrollment period, when you

available options at aarp.org/MedicareMadeEasy.

The United States Postal Service will temporar ily raise rates for priority mail and packages from October 2, 2022 to January 22, 2023. Increases will rise between 25 cents and $6.50. First class stamps will remain at 60 cents.

As the holiday season begins, please exercise due diligence and safety measures as you shop in-per son and online.

“We rise by lifting others.” ––Linda Collins

Director’s Viewpoint –

Daryl Johnson Management Report – August 2022

Periodically, we will receive a management report. So, let’s re-

Help Your Community

The Co-op City Times reported that we’re going to get a 7.5 percent carrying charge increase. that this increase will be implemented on or about

inside

been a hazard in anyone’s apartment. Regardless,

Calls to Public Safety

go into his car.

consider bringing some good work talents and other Asbestos Abatement

Not too long ago, there was an allegation that that dream was a nightmare. partner’s apartment and write nasty things all over a

Close

Contact Information to me at:

National Council of Negro Women

NCNW National –

Health Committee –Co-op City Section.

Violence Awareness Month –

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

Social Media –itysection.com, on Facebook Twitter Instagram: NCNW Co-op City, and by email: ––Joyce Howard

American Legion Post 1871

Community Veterans –Why You Should Belong?

Since October 27, 1970, as the “Home to all Who Served,” Post 1871 operates as a tower of support to veterans and families living in Co-op City and its neigh boring communities. The Post facilitates execution of services from four pillars of our mission statement: Veterans Affairs & Rehabilitation, National Security, Americanism, and Children and Youth.

Installed on September 17th

After returning to normal activities following pan demic restrictions, Post 1871 is financially and re source-challenged to become fully operational. This cial or in-kind support is being pursued to commemorate Veterans Day on Friday, Nov. 11. This federal holiday honors all military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. The Post will honor legionnaires, 25 years or more of continuous membership, with commemorative medallions.

This Week’s Highlights

Community Involvement:

On October 17, Post 1871, in alliance with Commu nity Engagement & Partnerships, Black Veterans for Social Justice, Inc., VetCenter, and others, a “Veterans Resource Fair” was presented on behalf of veterans and families in Co-op City and neighboring communities. The fair, hosted by former Councilman Andy King, Hall of Fame Veteran Leroy Richard Archible, and others, was held at 159 Dreiser Loop.

A press conference, followed by lunch, was led by Mr. King. He provided a 5-point vision for the coali tion’s focus: Family, Economic Relief, Housing, Home

lessness, and Education (aka PTSD). Peter Del-Debbio, American Legion Bronx County Leader and 1st District Commander, on behalf of Post 1871, proposed two additional focuses: Suicide Prevention and Citizenship for Veterans. Post 1871 attendees included Antonio E. Codrington, Commander; Norman M. Thomas,

Legionnaire’s Spotlight:

Congratulations to the family of Legionnaire Lloyd A. Edmondson Sr., whose granddaughter, Paris Clark, scored a full scholarship to the University of Arizona and point guard on the basketball team. Ms. Clark is a McDonald’s All-American Star. She graduated from Long Island Lutheran High School. Comrade Lloyd is and Post member since 7/28/2009. He is a US Army Vietnam Veteran.

What the American Legion Does

• Provides cash assistance to needy military and veteran families with chil dren at home.

• Awards college scholarships to children of post 9/11 veterans who died on active duty or have a combined VA disability rating of 50% or greater.

• Distributes urgent cash assistance to veterans whose homes have been badly damaged or destroyed by natural disasters.

• Distributes more than $500,000 a year in grants to organizations that provide support for children in need.

• Provides relief support, shelter, training, and compassion for homeless veterans.

• Support/demands a full accounting and repatriation, when possible, of all U.S. military personnel listed as Prisoner of War or Missing in Action.

Post-traumatic stress disorder, and more.

Contact Us

American Legion Post 1871, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41, Bronx, NY 10475; (718) 320-8165; email: Post1871@optonline.net; website: https://www.legion.org/ ––Antonio Codrington

The Section 4 Partnership

Calling all Building Association Presidents, Vice Presidents and Staff

We must all (in every section and every building) show up for our building associations and committees. We may be on Zoom or Webex or other modes of video conferencing, and for that reason, we should all show up. You do not even have to leave your home. You cannot beat that commute. We all owe it to our shared com munity. Think about this and make a silent pledge to get involved. The 2022 General Election…What you need to know You can call the Board of Elections at 718-299-9017. The phone number

can take your completed ballot by hand to the Bronx Board of down to L4, or deliver your completed ballot to your polling site during the early voting period. You can also mail in your vote. Election 2022 facts…

Absentee Ballot Applications accepted no later than October 24 Bronx Board of Elections: 718-299-9017

Floor Captains, for our safety, begins with us: Floor Captains on each

building should have assigned Floor Captains. If you have not volunteered for

1. Contact Numbers Emergency” contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor

2. Co-op City Times: Place them at each apartment door (Delivered to all lobbies on Saturdays)

3. Elevator Notices: Read them and talk to your neighbors about them

4. Promote: Meetings, clubs and gatherings

5. Encourage your neighbors to:

Security: 718-671-3050 • CSO: 718-320-3300

6. Isn’t it worth your safety to get this done?

S4P Mission Statement: The Section 4 Partnership’s purpose is to pro mote a community of more than just neighbors, but as one family of many cultures, that proactively embraces greatness, and promotes neighborhood interaction. The goal of the organization is to offer solutions that will edu cate, elevate, inspire and mobilize our community in unity, to sustain afford ability and growth in order to remain environmentally sound and vibrant for generations to come.

All of us, multiplied by each one of us, equals a force for good.

––Michelle Marbury

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Newsletter Committee

Entertainment Committee Membership

Happy Birthday

Good and Welfare Condolences General Meeting ––Georgianna Rodriguez

Goose Island Seniors

Notary –

Holiday Party –Hunterdon Hills Playhouse

Masquerade Ball Wind Creek Casino Zelle

Faith @ Work Christian Church

Faith @ Work Christian Church, 120 Dekruif Place, street level. The church is strictly

Church Fundraiser

Co-Working Space Opportunities:

Flip the Ballot Meet and Greet:

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

Section Five Association

Bingo

To all members: Sick and Shut-in Zelle ––Stephen Roberts Sr.

AARP Chapter #4997

The objective of the SFA shall be:

––H. Overman

this article as it grows near. for this article.

––Ann Purnell

Bartow

BARTOW CENTER CLOSED ON MONDAYS ONLY

Walk w/Odessa, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. Meet: Asch Loop by Library

Blood Pressure w/Willa, 10 a.m.-11 a.m. (1st and 3rd Tues.)

Health and Wellness w/Ann, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Smartphone and Tablet

Class w/Julesa, 2-3 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Bereavement w/Dorine, 1st & 3rd Wed., 12-1 p.m.

Line Dancing w/Cynthia, 12:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Weight Mgt. Support Group w/ Gigi, 2nd Wed., in rear of JASA main office, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Dominoes w/José, 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Arthritis exercise w/Damion, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Arts w/Laura via Zoom 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Beginners Crochet and Knitting w/Lynne, 11:30 a.m.12:30 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Massage Therapy, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Manicure, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Line Dance with Cynthia, 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Einstein

Mindful Mornings Tai-Chi, 9 a.m.-10 a.m., Rm. 38 Board Games, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Rm. 49

Always Grand Line Dancing w/ Ellie, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

True Lifers Movie Club, 1:00 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 49

Facials & Manicure, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 35

Never Too Old To Learn Spanish, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 35

Bridge To Care Arthritis Exercise, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Room 45

Creative Arts & Painting, 1-3 p.m., Room 35

Hair Care 4U, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. by appt., Room 35

Spring in Your Step Stretch, & Tone, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45

Action Bodies In Motion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Room 45

BuddyNess Board & Card Games, 1-2 p.m.

Caring Hands Body Massage, 1-3 p.m. by appt., Room 35

Sultry Salsa Dancing, 10-11 a.m., Room 45

Prize BINGO, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Tea & Books, 1-2 p.m., Rm. 35

Go Easy On Us Computers, 2-3 p.m., Room 40

Blood Pressure Screening, 10:00 a.m.-11 a.m.

Young At Heart Karaoke, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Let’s Get It On Zumba, 1-2 p.m., Room 45 Old School Party, 2 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 45

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066 (Schedule subject to change without notice)

Payments for trips at 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.

Dreiser

Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler, 10-11 a.m. Zoom only for now. 1-646-8769923, Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173, Passcode: 855423 Stay Well Exercise w/Denise, 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., Room 2 Piano Sing Along Class (In-person) 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Smartphone and tablet literacy w/ Julesa, In-person, 1:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Room 2. Computer Learning w/Ralph, Zoom only: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dial-in #: 347893-2966, Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040, Passcode: 259554.

Blood Pressure, 1st & 3rd Tues., 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2

Digital Photography Class, In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Tai-Chi, In-person, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Arthritis Exercise, In-person, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Rm. 2

Self Defense Class, In-person 2 p.m., Rm. 2

MENU

Alternate Kosher Meals are available Kosher Non-Kosher

Turkey Meatballs

Tomato Sauce Spaghetti

California Blend Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

Vegetarian Chili Wild Rice Garden Salad Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

Roasted Turkey Breast Mashed Sweet Potatoes Sauteed String Beans Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

Stuffed Shells w/Cheese Steamed Broccoli

Spanish Chicken w/Potatoes and Garlic White Rice Steamed Sliced Carrots

Line Dancing w/Ellie, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Spanish Class, In-person, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Manicure, 2:00-3:30 p.m.

Alert and Alive, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4 Knitting & Crochet, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Art Class w/Dmitry, Virtual, 1-3 p.m.

Massage Therapy, 1st & 3rd Friday, 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m., In-person Bingo, 1:15-2:30 p.m., Rm. 4

BBQ Pulled Pork Garlic Mashed Potatoes Sauteed Spinach Hungarian Goulash w/Beef Brown Rice Normandy Blend Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

Honey Apricot Glazed Chicken Potato Kugel Prince Edward Blend Vegetables Challah Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice

Sweet Potato Coconut Curry Fish Brown Rice Sauteed Green Beans

Beef Salisbury Steak w/Mushroom Sauce, Pasta Cooked Cabbage w/Shredded Carrots

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk Menu subject to change without notice. Bartow Center (929) 399-1394 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities

New York Common Pantry is scheduled for Tues., Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in Bartow Room 31.

JASA Bartow Older Adult Intergenerational Arts and Crafts classes starting on Sat., Nov. 5, at the Bartow Center and every Saturday from 10 a.m.11 a.m. Recruiting older adults and teenagers. To register, please email amoncrieffe@jasa.org.

Would you like to be part of a vocal program that will culminate in a concert for the communi ty? Sessions are on Saturdays from Oct. 8, 2 p.m.-3

Give-Back project – JASA Co-op City Centers states. Let’s give them a warm welcome remem in Bartow, Room 31; Dreiser, Room 7; and Ein stein, Room 49.

Mount Airy Casino and show, “Merry Motown Christmas” – Dec. 6, $124. Bonus: $15 slot and $15 food voucher. Pick-ups: Bartow, 7:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 8 a.m.; Einstein, 8:15 a.m.

Concerts in Motion – Mondays, 1 p.m.-2:30 527-067-8391.

Bereavement Support Group w/Dr. Smith –

Painting Class w/Dmitriy – Mondays, 1 p.m.846 0511 1606, Passcode: 585936.

Crochet Class w/Sandra Ramirez In-per son, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Please call 718-320-2066 to register. Virtual,

Notary, Appointment only – Call 718-320JASA Bartow main office, Tues., 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.; Weds. and Thurs., 10

a.m.-1 p.m. Einstein Center, Room 34, Thurs., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Deliver Health Workshops to help others in the tion, please call or email: Julissa Reynoso, 646-9461252/jreynoso@jasa.org, or Laura Brea, 646-9828254/

Painting Classes – Every Wed., 9-11 a.m. Zoom meeting.

Meditation Class, GPC (Grand Parents) 11 a.m.-12 p.m.; 3rd Thurs. of every month. Dial 5105, Passcode: 170462.

Technology class w/Ralph Lucenti – (Smart devices and computer), Thurs., 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 5043 9695, Passcode: 896989.

Line Dancing with Bartow Swingers – Mon., 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 31; Wed. and

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475.

Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic and re lated repairs to our space, St. Joseph’s Church has suspended services until further notice. However, we continue to worship via teleconference on Sun days from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Father Johnson also con ducts daily weekday services at noon.

You are invited to participate in these services

by calling 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the #-sign.

Fundraising Event: The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) will be hosting our Annual Dinner Sale at the church on Saturday, October 29, starting at noon un til sold out. The menu will include BBQ chicken, fried chicken, oxtail and spare ribs. If you have any ques tions, please contact Valrie at 347-200-5850.

Grace and peace! ––M. Chambers

African-American Association of Co-op City

Join our membership

Remember: Membership is only $15/year for a single membership and only $25/year for your household. Email: aaaccpower@gmail.com or call 929-430-3255. The African American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

Election 2022 facts…

General Election – November 8

Early Voting Period – October 29-November 6

Absentee Ballot Applications accepted no later than October 24.

Change of Address by October 14

Bronx Board of Elections: 718-299-9017

Noteworthy dates

Sunday, November 20: General Membership Meeting

Saturday, December 10: Pre-Kwanzaa Celebra

tion with Coalition of African-American Churches and Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc.

The African American Association sponsors the following programs for your participation (Contact your respective instructor as indicated below for updates):

Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson – Con tact: Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon – Contact: Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

Salsa Class with Keith Witherspoon – Contact: Keith, 917-561-6211.

Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena SharpeHicks – Contact: Meena at 917-863-1507.

Co-op City Baptist Church “Gospel Line Danc ers” with Joyce Smith – Contact: Joyce, 718-3200714.

All of us, multiplied by each one of us, equals a force for good.

––Michelle Marbury

Greater Love Refuge Ministries

“Brethren, I do not count myself to have appre hended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:13-14)

Spiritual Food for Thought: Spiritual growth re quires change, and the only thing that is holding you back is your resistance. Even though you try really hard to hang on to places of comfort and stability, it is not possible to keep things the same and grow. You must be willing to release the past and make peace with your current reality. Circumstances of life test your ability to adapt and thrive. Let go and go!

Bishop Boyce Landrum, Overseer, and Sr. Pas tor of Greater Love Refuge Ministries, Pastor Carol Landrum, and the Greater Love Christian Church family invite you to in-person Worship each Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. We are a non-denomina tional, multi-generational, teaching, preaching, faith and Bible-way church conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, NY 10475; enter by way of the main en trance. Our telephone number is 347-920-5607 and our website is www.greaterloverefugeministries.org.

Join us tomorrow at 11:30 a.m. for Sunday Morn ing Worship led by the Deacon Board. Walking Dea con Louise Birthwright will bring the message with a powerful scripture teaching.

Prayer and fasting begins this week in preparation for our Church Revival on Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. and Fri day Oct. 28, at 7 p.m. The closing service will take place on October 30, beginning at 11:30 a.m. with our Praise and Worship team. Come out with a heart truly surrendered to God and experience a supernat ural encounter with Him. Wear your shouting shoes!

Our weekly schedule is:

Pre-Service Continental Breakfast

Light refreshments are provided on Sunday from 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m.

Sunday Morning Bible School (on-site, all wel come)

Youth: 10:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m. (Fellowship Hall)

Adult and New Millennial: 10:30 a.m.-11:20 a.m. (Sanctuary)

“Heaven-Bound” – Salvation Teaching

Monthly-First Sunday, 10:30 a.m. -11:20 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: Begins at 11:30 a.m. Holy Communion: Sunday.

Greater Love’s Prayer Line – 351-999-3024

Wednesday afternoon – 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m.

Thursday evening – 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Discipleship Teachings

Next Class: Wednesday, November 2, from 7:30 p.m.- 8:45 on Zoom, (Mtg. # 5906971593).

This year, Greater Love Church will honor God by designating November as a “Month of Gratitude” during which we are purposed to acknowledge His goodness and the source of all our blessings. We will enter His courts with thanksgiving, with praise, and celebrate our gratitude through witness, testimony, scripture reading and preaching. All are invited to worship God with us in the beauty of holiness.

Grace and Peace

––Pastor Carol Landrum

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The synagogue would appreciate donations to keep our shul open. If you would like to help, go to Go fundme.com/Traditional-Synagogue-of-Co-op-City to donate.

The synagogue will be serving a hot kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services.

Saturday Morning Services will start at 10 a.m. General Information

The Traditional Synagogue, located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of 27B, is on cessible, no steps. Our phone number is 718-379noon to 2 p.m.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morn ing starting at 10:00 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 would help. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10 a.m. so we can take out the Torah.

Sabbath ends on Sat., Oct. 22, at 6:57 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Fri., Oct. 28, at 5:37 p.m.

Good and Welfare

a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. If you want to buy a tree, call 347-449-5005 Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you are ill, we wish you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To All Members

Happy birthday to all our members celebrating their birthday in September.

Fun and Games

After services and Kiddush, members play games. Your support for the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health.

––Bruce Gitelson

• Casket Showroom

Amid ongoing concerns about the Coronavirus COVID-19, McCall’s Bronxwood Funeral Home is closely monitoring the latest reports from the CDC and is fully committed to providing the

and memorial services you expect without interruption, in a clean and hygenic environment.

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Community Protestant Church

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Je sus Christ! Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Com munity Protestant Church family welcome you to worship with us. We are located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; Church number: 718862-9172; Fax #: 718-671-4416, or email: Admin istration@thecpcchurch.org.

Our schedule is as follows:

First Sunday, 11 a.m. service, in-person, and Com munion. Adult Sunday School, 9:15 a.m., in-person.

Second Sunday, 11 a.m., in-person. Adult Sun day School, 9:15 a.m., in-person.

Third Sunday, 11 a.m. service, in-person. Adult Sunday School, 9:15 a.m., in-person

Fourth Sunday, Communion, Conference call line. Adult Sunday School, 9 a.m. Conference Call Line: (712) 432-3900, Access Code: 343284#

Fifth Sunday, Conference Call Line, (712) 4323900, Access Code: 343284#

Every Wednesday, Hour of Power, Noon Day Prayer, 12 p.m. Conference Call Line: (712) 4323900, Access Code: 343284#. Every Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., Bible Study via Zoom

Celebration Time!! To God Be The Glory

We will be celebrating our Pastor’s 46th Pasto ral Anniversary on November 6, 2022. We will be having a full day of celebration. Please come by and fellowship and celebrate with us. We have two dy namic preachers for the day.

11 a.m. – Rev. Carl L. Washington III, pastor of Pilgrim Baptist Church in Nyack, NY.

3 p.m. – Rev. Dr. Shane Hilliard, pastor of St. Luke Baptist Church in Harlem, NY.

All are welcome to help us celebrate our pastor of 46 years, Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens.

Matthew 18:20. “For where two or three are gath ered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” —Sarita Tidball

Co-op City Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow in-person at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Masks are required. The 11:00 a.m. service is also available on Zoom at https:// Zoom Telephone Conference Line: 646-568-7788, or Conference ID: 962 343 0102, Password: 788175#.

Rev. Williams asks everyone calling into the Sun day Worship service or Wednesday Bible class to use Zoom through your computer or dialing in using the Zoom information shown above.

All Sunday School classes are held on Sundays at 9:15 a.m., in-person. Classes will also continue to be available on the Free Call Conference.com Line dial-in number, 857-357-0254, the Access Code is 660065#.

Mid-Week Bible Study will be held on Wednes day at 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. using the Zoom infor mation shown above.

Prayer Warriors Prayer service is held on Thurs days at noon. Prayer Service is also held on Fridays at 10 a.m.

Friday Evening Prayer service is at 7:30 p.m. Please

All Prayer services can be joined using the Free Call Conference.com Line dial-in number, 857-357-0254, the Access Code is 660065#.

The church now has a free app which can be found by going to your app store, Apple, Android, Google, etc., type in “Co-op CBC,” the app is open to all.

Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Please continue to mask-up, practice social distancing and stay safe!

“God will strengthen us as we continue to travel through this storm. God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)

The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who fol low the teachings of Jesus the Christ through wor ship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

––Hattie L. Lucas

Iglesia Evangélica MU de Co-op City – Co-op City UMC

Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds Come & Visit Us – You’re always welcome in God’s House, Your House! We are a Bible-centered riety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congre gation, all are welcome! Services are held at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30. Parking is Telephone number: (718) 320-3795; Email: coopc ityevangelicalumc@gmail.com

Come and Receive a Blessing – First Sunday of the month: Bilingual Service, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. En glish Service: 10 a.m.; Spanish Service: 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday: Spanish Bible Study (via Zoom), 12:30 p.m.-2 p.m.

Tuesday: Evening Bible Study (via Zoom), 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Thursday: Bilingual Prayer Service (In-person & via Zoom), 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

“Hear the cry and the prayer that your servant is praying in your presence this day.” 1 Kings 8:28b (NIV) Come let’s pray together!

Food Pantry: Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free Coffee House: Join us! Friday, Oct. 21, cians needed! Visual Artist needed. Please call and inquire.

For more information, interested individuals may contact Marta @ 917-740-0256; email: COOPCIT YEVANGELICALUMC@GMAIL.COM

Blessings, —Marta Medina Sanchez

Circle of Christ Church – Iglesia Circulo De Cristo

147 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475 (lower level)

Come As You Are…

Psalm 122:1: I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the Lord.”

If you are looking for a place of worship in the local area aimed at teaching the transforming word of God, Circle of Christ Church invites you to fel lowship with us. We are a non-denominational, multicultural, and loving church that accepts you just the way you are. Our Senior Pastor, Elisamuel Colón, and the body of Christ are committed to lov ing people into a life-changing-liberating relation ship with God. The English service has a Bible-cen tered children’s church for ages 5 to 12. We have a food pantry that serves the community, and we of fer family counseling based on need. If you are in terested, please contact us at (347) 945-1992, or on facebook@Circle of Christ Church. See schedule below and follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and on our website, circleofchristchurch.com.

Monday-Friday: Devotionals on Facebook Live at 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday: Bible Study on Facebook Live, 7:008:30 p.m.

Thursday: Women Prayer Group (in-person) at 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Spanish Bible Study on Facebook Live from 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Friday: Youth Service (Operation Grace), 7:008:30 p.m.

Saturday: F.A.I.T.H. Outreach for the homeless,

Women’s Fellowship, every second Sat. of the

month, 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Young Adults, every third Saturday of the month, 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Men’s Fellowship, every other month

Couples Fellowship, every other month

Sunday Services: Spanish, 9:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m., & English Service, 11:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

To register for English services, call 929-5995488.

Servicios en Español Servicios: en persona, en YouTube y Facebook Live

Servicios dominicales: Español, 9:00-10:30 a.m., & Servicio en Inglés, 11:15 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Devocionales de lunes a viernes: en inglés en Facebook Live a las 11:00 a.m.

Martes: Estudio Bíblico en Facebook Live, 7:008:30 p.m.

Jueves: Grupo de oración de mujeres (en per sona) de 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Jueves: Estudio Bíblico en Español en Facebook Live a la 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Viernes: Operation Grace Youth Service, 7:009:00 p.m. (en persona)

Cada primer sábado del mes: F.A.I.T.H. Alca nce para las personas sin hogar

Cada segundo sábado del mes: Ministerio de mujeres, 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Cada tercer sábado del mes: Adultos jóvenes, 12:00-2:00 p.m. (en persona)

Para registrarse para los servicios en espanol, llame al 347-773-2809.

—Pastor Sam Colon

Church of the New Vison

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Je sus Christ. The Church of the New Vision and Pas tors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Church phone, 718-671-8746, and Pastor’s phone, 914-522-5039.

There is one service at 11 a.m. and Sunday School will be held from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Masks are re quired and temperatures will be taken. Services can also be viewed on YouTube after 1 p.m.

Our verse for 2022 is (Isaiah 54:17): “ No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and ev ery tongue which rises against you in judgement you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the ser vants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from, Me, say the Lord.”

Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study starts at 7:00 p.m. Conference Line number: 646769-9900, Access Code: 3099388. Once prayer has begun, please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity.

October 16th Worship Service Theme: “Jesus Our Position Changer”

Scripture: (1 John 3:1-3) “Behold what man ner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore, the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. Be loved, now are we sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that when he

shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is. And everyman that hath this hope in 4:10; 2 Corinthian 5:21 and 6:17; Ephesians 1:3; 1 John 1:9)

October is National Breast Cancer Aware ness Month: A time annually devoted to educating and early detection of breast cancer. We encourage all women 40+ and men to make mammogram ap pointments. Cancer prevention works. Information is available in the church foyer.

The Lord has blessed Church of New Vision for the past 50 years and through it all we are still here in unity by God’s grace – abiding in faith, hope and love. Because a small group of believers saw a need and had a mission to move forward in unity with a purpose: Church of the New Vision was established November 12, 1972 in the Co-op City community located in Section 5. You can be a participant in this 50th Golden Anniversary Fundraiser with your con the Lord. Remember, the church is a 501c3 nonable to Church of the New Vision and note: 50th Golden Anniversary.

Thank you for your contributions. Mailing ad dress: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

––Brenda Brown

KAY CONSULTANT

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to Wor ship Service on the following days. Our telephone num ber is 718-324-0334.

Sunday worship service is from 11a.m.-2 p.m. Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednes day morning from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

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

Worship service every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. All services are held online. To join, please call 720740-9746, Access Code: 8876631.

Focus: The Freedom of Choice

“Now therefore fear the Lord, and serve him in sin cerity and in truth, and put away the gods which your and serve ye Lord.” And if it seems evil unto you to serve the Lord, choose you this day whom ye will serve, whether the gods of the Amorites, Which your fathers gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell, but as for me and my house we will serve the Lord. And the peo ple answered and said, God forbid that we should for sake the Lord to serve other gods.” (Joshua 24:14-16)

Choices, we make a multitude of them every day. What time we should get out of bed, what to wear to work, breakfast or no breakfast, it seems the choices never stop. However, it is vital for us to understand that God has placed into our hands choices that have not tions. These choices will affect the sum of our days on

When we understand that, the weight of the eternally consequential choice become quite sobering.

We hold the ability to secure our eternal future. To a great extent, our destiny lies within our own hands. No one else can dictate our spiritual standing before follow Jesus Christ.

This liberty to choose brings both the gift of salvation and the responsibility

for our salvation to every individual choice, it is a wonderful gift.

Choices have consequences. We have observed this pattern throughout our lives. In matters great and small, this principle holds true; and it is no less true re garding one’s spiritual standing before God. Life and death hang in the balance of the choice.

––Rev. R. Sibblies

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