SECTION BUILDING 29C 4240 HUTCH. RIVER PKWY E.

P.S. 153 at Rivers Run Community Garden

BY P.M CAMPBELL

dents asked questions and shared everything they knew on topics from the tomatoes and melons

Photos by P.M Campbell

Adult Chess at Baychester Library

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, Satur around 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-es seniors attending. It gives them the chance to exercise their brain cells on another level which, in cause, can

PS 160 Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Highlights from PS 160’s Hispanic Heritage

Month celebration and Spirit Week.

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 foundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the

Youth Committee Meet and Greet Fall Pizza

Social:

October Membership Meeting:

Notice of Branch Election – Please note the present a report based on the nomination petitions memberships have remained continuous throughout

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

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In Memoriam Linda Drax-Werner

Carrying Charge Increases

The Board recently deliberated how to reduce the carrying charge increase needed to ensure fu operators 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 in an 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

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 Times / October 22, 2022 7 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.

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

to young ghouls and goblins who may dart into traffic. If you or your children Public normal than the past two years. Next week’s article will will be outside at dusk or darkness, place reflective tape on costumes or clothing. Adults should always accompany young children. Safety 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 Report be optional but if you are more comfortable wearing a mask, please do so, especially for indoor activities. 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. include more group parties and public parties. Trick or If the Halloween mask does not cover the nose and mouth, an additional mask or Treating should be limited to only people or places you face covering should be added. Halloween-themed face coverings which serve trust. The fear of candy being tampered with is magnified both purposes are available. Fake swords or other props should be made of a soft by the recent development of drugs made to look like color- material and not contain sharp edges. ful candy. We have seen in the media drugs containing Fen- Fire presents a serious hazard on Halloween. Candles should never be used tanyl made to look like children’s candy. Fentanyl has been to light Jack o’ Lanterns or for any other purpose. Small battery powered LED shown to be very toxic to anyone who ingests it, especially chil- 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

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.

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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,

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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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.

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.

Director’s Viewpoint – Bernard Cylich, Secretary

Unprecedented, Diffi cult Decision

The Board of Directors faced

Uncontrolled Fossil Fuel Companies’ Greed

Strong Cooperative Spirit Thrives in Co-op City

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

Public Safety Report –––––– (Continued from page 7) Black Forum

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Fresh Produce Distribution –

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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 depends 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 slamming 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 remove 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 welcome back meeting on October 11. We had a wonderful turn-out. All were invited and many showed up. Topics of concern that we covered were the laundry room, compactor room, noise and insurance 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 machine 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, furniture 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 accepting 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-person 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 regarding 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 increase 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 voters 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 debates 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 walkways. 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 sympathy 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 excellent 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 members.” –Coretta Scott King

––H. Overman

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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

idents, friends and neighbors…

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

Halloween Candies

––Gertie Brown Co-op Democratic Club

The CCDC is supporting the following candidates:

The CCDC is supporting these candidates for Judges:

Note:

—Shirley J. Saunders