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Saturday, October 27, 2018

Three New Retail Stores Coming To Co-op City Shopping Centers

Cooperators will soon be seeing three new stores open up in the community’s shopping centers as more tenants bring added choices for food and health products.

These new tenants are coming as revenues from commercial tenants are increasing strongly over the past two years.

From 2016 to 2018, revenues have increased 5% in Dreiser, 50% in Bartow and 16% in the Einstein commercial spaces. Total commercial rent revenue increased by over $5 million in 2017.

BY JIM ROBERTS

Andy King Says ‘No’ to Animal Shelter Shareholders find New Concessions for Animal Shelter Unacceptable

Co-op City’s representative on the City Council, City Council member Andy King, met with Co-op City residents to discuss new concessions for the proposed animal shelter on Monday, October 22, in Bartow Center. Angered by the shared changes or “trade” offer made by the city, many shareholders professed to Mr. King that, “we [shareholders] don’t want it here!”

At the end of a long two-hour conversation, Mr. King responded with, “You all say you don’t want it, so I vote No!” Councilman King opened the meeting stating, “This conversation is about educating us on where we are in this conversation [regarding the animal shelter]. I need your thoughts, your opinions on where we go with the conversation now at City Hall. We have to figure out City Council Member Andy King (right) listens as a Co-op City resident discusses the what makes sense for our neigh- proposed Bartow Avenue animal shelter at borhood and how we build on that a town hall meeting in the Bartow Center property that belongs to the city of on Oct. 22.

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National restaurant Arby’s will open up its newest store in the Bartow Shopping Center as soon as finishing touches are completed. Revenue in the community’s shopping centers went up $5 million in 2017.

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Colleagues Remember Joe Boiko Mr. Joe Boiko, Riverbay’s director of Special Projects and a long-time Co-op City shareholder and stellar community servant, transitioned from this life on Wednesday, October 24, at the age of 63, five days shy of his 64th birthday.

Mr. Boiko began his tenure at Riverbay Corporation as the community’s Ombudsman several years ago before being appointed director of Special Projects, overseeing the community’s elevators, laundry rooms, vending machines in the community centers and a host of other projects, including the Riverbay blood drives, the Riverbay crawler, community notifications and the portico program, among others.

Riverbay Executive General Manager Bob Klehammer said: “Joe was a key member of the staff who loved Co-op City and worked tirelessly for the improvement of the (Continued on page 9)

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Outdoor Halloween Fun & Haunted House At Co-op City Little League Field

Joe Boiko

Due to inclement weather in this weekend’s forecast, the Halloween Horrorland, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund, has been rescheduled for Monday, October 29, until Wednesday, October 31. The haunted house will be open from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m. at the Co-op City Little League fields.

Halloween Horrorland was originally scheduled for Friday, October 26 – Sunday, October 28.

The fun started yesterday, Friday, October 26, with the showing of two movies, “Hotel Transylvania 3” from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., and “Coraline” from 8 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

This year’s haunted house is shaping up to be the most ambitious and scariest one yet.

For the first time, the haunted house experi- This year’s celebration of “Halence will be outdoors. Volunteers have been loween Horrorland” will be held working for well over a week constructing outdoors at the Little League field the set for Monday, turning the entire base- on Oct. 29 to Oct. Oct. 31 from 6 ball field into a tour of the Halloween Hor- p.m. to 9 p.m. Photo by Brandon Ortiz rorland.

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BY BRANDON ORTIZ

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Co-op City’s 50th Anniversary Banquet Tickets Available Online

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

FDNY-Required Safety Stickers Being Affixed In Residential Buildings

The Co-op City Maintenance Department has been going around to residential apartments this month to place FDNY-issued stickers at the bottom of each door jam and building exit.

Riverbay’s Safety Director Anthony Barzellato said that the stickers, which are reflective, are to be used as a guide for firefighters who enter the building during a fire so that they can find apartments and exits in a safer and quicker manner.

“The stickers are a new requirement of the FDNY. The rules affect all residential apartments and the concept is that they are reflective, and they are always out at the bottom of the jam on the hinge side of the door,” said Mr. Barzellato. “The purpose is that when firefighters go into a building, they don’t just walk around; we are on our hands and knees crawling around. Riverbay maintenance workers have So, when we are crawling around in been attaching FDNY-issued stickers on these smoky conditions, the concept apartment doors as a guide for first

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responders to help identify locations during a fire.

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Animal Shelter

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want me to do in regards to representing you.”

Shareholders then received floor plans for a 2,800 square foot Community Wildlife Education Center, along with a 1,000 square foot Multipurpose Community Space from the Mayor’s Community Affairs Unit, explaining the new proposed plans in detail.

While everyone in attendance anxiously looked over the documents, Mr. King asked, “How do we take our political power, our community power and engage it in us being able to deliver for our neighborhood? How do you manage the conversation that’s been happening at City Hall in regards to us complying with the law that says that each borough must have an animal shelter?”

From there, a “respectful and responsible conversation” between residents and Andy King began.

“City Hall has heard your cry, City Hall has heard your messaging, and City Hall has responded,” Counilman King declared. He then went over the new concessions or the updated changes to the original animal shelter that will hopefully make it a destination that residents could embrace. One of the most unwelcomed of the updates includes the Animal Engagement Center, which will include a wild bird fund that comprises of rehabilitation and exhibition of NYC wildlife and conservation; bird visitation, monthly bird education programming, and field trips. Other additional updates to the proposed animal shelter include: • Watershed and Wildlife Education • Academic Partnerships for Youth • A space for aquatic marine life • Pre-Vet Program • Animal-assisted therapy Also, in exchange for the new updates for the animal shelter, the Co-op City community would receive: • Added lighting and the fixing of “Dead Man’s Curve” in Section Five.

• The city will give $3 million for a beacon program at Truman High School for the children in the community that will also offer senior programming, including free senior breakfast.

• Possible removal of the large sign located in front of 7- Eleven at the corner of Baychester and Bartow Avenues Shareholders were eager to share their concerns and comments regarding the new developments.

One person stood up and said, “Seniors should not have to travel far for pet care, it’ll be convenient for them to have the animal shelter in the area.” While another said, “We shouldn’t swap for things that should happen anyway! Dead man’s curve is not a resolution to the animal shelter – it’s a safety issue!”

Varying in opinions, the majority of those in the room expressed concerns that the animal shelter conflicts with Co-op City’s current dog policy, will increase traffic in the area, and have an overall adverse effect on the community. “To add more animals does not solve the initial problem of not wanting the shelter,” said one resident.

Although the majority of the room were opposed to the animal shelter, there were a few who spoke up in support of it being in the area of Co-op City.

Glenda Garcia of Section 2, along with a friend who accompanied her to the meeting, openly advocated for having the shelter. Ms. Garcia said: “I want that shelter, and it has nothing to do with Co-op City; animals need it. I’m 200% okay with them coming here. The shelter has nothing to do with Co-op, that’s not Co-op’s territory, that’s the city’s. We have the room, so why do they have to go elsewhere? I don’t think the shelter would have negative effects on Co-op City, in fact, I think it’ll bring jobs to this area, which people need.”

Regarding complaints about traffic congestion, Ms. Glenda said, “There’s traffic here anyway.”

A 45-year resident, in support of the shelter, said: “I’ve spoken to a lot of residents in Co-op City who have animals. Seniors have to go outside of the com-

munity for vet services. Having a shelter here will be convenient for them. We absolutely need these services for the many people here with pets.”

Councilman King actively listened to all shareholders during the meeting. Those who are asking for the animal shelter and those who are not, equally.

Another resident who spoke said: “The solution to the problem of us not wanting an animal shelter was not to add more animals. What prevents visitors from coming on to what is private property? One of the things I like about Co-op City is that it’s far away, it’s quiet, and we don’t have a lot of normal city problems that you have in areas that are hyper-congested. When the city comes up here, it never impacts this community positively. The one thing City Hall does not have is buy-in from this area.

We’re a pet-free area that benefits the least from the animal shelter.”

Nelson Sweeting of Section Five stood firm in his feelings regarding the shelter before and after hearing of the new changes. He said: “We’ve had several hearings already that we [the residents] have attended, and have spoken up against the shelter.

When City Hall decided on the shelter, they forgot that residents live here. They came in with a plan that was already a done deal because they came in with a structured drawing. Meanwhile, we’ve been trying to get a community center for the youth and the seniors. The shelter is something that we don’t need; it’s a slap in the face. It’s not what we want.

Traffic is going to be worse because people are going to be coming from all areas of the Bronx. If you go out on any given day of the week, you’ll see how bad the congestion is already. I’m hoping that we will prevail!”

Historically, the City Council generally votes along with the wishes of the Council member representing the community hosting the land use proposal in question. If the City Council votes this Bartow Avenue project down, another site in the Bronx must be found and approved and the shelter completed before the end of 2024.

Even a “no” vote by either the City Council or the Planning Commission still does not prevent the matter from going on to the Mayor’s office, which, in the case of this proposal, has Mayoral Zoning Override powers which means it can still approve the project despite the objections and denials of the other governing bodies involved in ULURP, the Uniformed Land Use Review Procedure. Should the Mayor’s office use its zoning override powers in this case, the matter will then go back to the City Council, which can veto the Mayor’s override through a two-thirds vote, according to the City Council website.

Although there hasn’t been an official vote yet for the animal shelter, Councilman King stated: “As a representative of the people of Co-op City, I must put first the needs of the

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people of my district above outside interests. The residents of the 12th District can expect me to express their desire for the space to be used for something other than an animal shelter, based on shared comments at public meetings and conversations. I will share, with my colleagues in government, alternative solutions to better improve our district.”

Memorial Plaque Dedication

Donovan Plummer A memorial plaque dedication in memory of the late Donovan Plummer, former Riverbay director of the Grounds department, will take place on Thursday, November 1, from noon until 1 p.m. behind Garage #5. The community is invited to attend.

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School-Parent Saturday Round Table Discussions

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

Census Bureau To Hold Assessment Exercise Oct. 29

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

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

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

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

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

Councilman King Hosts Veterans Day Event in Co-op City

Councilman Andy King will host a Veterans Day event on Friday, November 2, 11 a.m. in room 45 of the Einstein Center.

To RSVP, please contact the councilman’ office at (718) 684-5509/11.

Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 6th

Check Your Voter Guide for information about your polling site, candidates and proposals on the ballot.

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JASA Offering Senior-To-Senior Health Education Program In Co-op City

No one can understand the major health challenges – and aches and pains – that seniors face every day more than other seniors living through the same.

This year, the Bronx Health Corps is expanding its reach into Co-op City to educate seniors through a grant from the New York Community Trust. The funding supports a new partnership with JASA, another nonprofit agency serving older adults in the Bronx and beyond.

JASA has recruited more than 20 volunteers, or “community health navigators,” to educate seniors in healthy living and chronic disease management through the Bronx Health Corps model. The community health navigators have been trained and have begun hosting educational sessions for seniors in Co-op City.

“We are delighted to be collaborating with the Hartford Institute of Geriatric Nursing (HIGN), local community organizations and the vibrant seniors of Co-op City to deliver the Bronx Health Corps (BHC) programs,” said Arielle Basch, MPH, MBA, director of Program Development at JASA. “JASA’s Community Health Navigators, older adults who have volunteered to educate their peers about healthy aging and chronic disease management through the BHC, have learned to manage their own health conditions

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and are committed to helping others in the community do the same. We are enthusiastic about their potential to improve health literacy and community health for seniors in the Bronx.”

Volunteers are trained to take content about different health topics and use Power Point presentations and a script to teach about five designated topics in healthy living – stress management, nutrition, exercise, sexuality and oral health.

Chronic disease management is also discussed regarding three categories – Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, asthma, and healthy heart for those with heart disease and lessons in prevention. Each of these topics are taught in three lessons.

The program will discuss one topic each session and is taught one-on-one with a trained community volunteer assigned to each student.

Since the fall of 2016, more than 40 Bronx-area volunteers have hosted sessions educating nearly 1,200 Bronx seniors on topics such as asthma, heart health, Alzheimer’s disease, and healthy living including exercise, nutrition, older adult sexuality, stress management, and oral health. Surveys show high rates of satisfaction from seniors who attend these sessions and 79% reported better health after the classes.

Tara Cortes, executive director of the Hartford Institute for Geriatric

Nursing at NYU Meyers, said the program has helped many elder patients live healthier lives.

“One person told us ‘you saved my life’,” Cortes said. “She said, ‘I never knew how to talk to my doctor and explain what I was feeling until I sat through the asthma modules and then I could explain it to him. He then told me I was on the wrong medication’.”

Patients have very little time to speak with their doctors during office visits, and the Bronx Health Corps volunteers can help fill the gap and bring medical knowledge to seniors to help deal with a wide variety of medical challenges.

“Of the more than nearly 8,000 hours in each year, a patient spends about two with their doctor,” Cortes said. “During the rest of that time, when they don’t know what to do, they need some guidance. Using community-based organizations as a supplement can help us control chronic diseases and assist people to age well.”

The Hartford Institute for Geriatric Nursing at the NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, Regional Aid for Interim Needs (R.A.I.N.) and the Montefiore Health System created the Bronx Health Corps. A celebration of the new partnership with JASA and the volunteers will be held in Co-op City on Tuesday, Oct. 30, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Senator Bailey Holds Annual Senior Walk in Co-op City NYS Senator Jamaal Bailey hosted his second annual Senior Walk at Co-op City’s Section 1 Greenway last Friday, Oct. 19. Senator Bailey collaborated with the New York Road Runners, Riverbay Corporation, and JASA to put together this year’s walk around the Greenway. Over 100 seniors participated in the walk despite the chilly morning weather.

The event began with music and a quick stretch to prep seniors for the day’s activities. Participants walked a couple of laps around the Greenway as the New York Road Runners were posted along the path to pass out beverages. During the walk, Senator Bai- More than 100 seniors from around the Bronx joined Senator Jamaal Bailey on ley stressed the importance of com- the Section 1 Greenway last Friday for the 2nd Annual Senior Walk.

Photos by Fiifi Frimpong munity programs that get people inversations with their neighbors while getting some exercise. volved in physical activity.

Many communities were present at the walk, not just Co-op “This is important for me,” the senator said. “Unfortunately, the Bronx has placed last in a lot of health outcomes. City. Seniors from Parkchester and Castle Hill were in attenWhen we think about wellness, we think about folks who dance as well.

After the walk, seniors were invited to lunch in the Barcan go to gyms. But, we must make sure we think about our seniors as well. We must make sure we have programs like tow Community Center. Council Member Andy King was New York Road Runners Striders Program. This is my sec- on hand to share some words with the seniors in attendance. ond annual senior walk because I thought about a way to “I just want to say congratulations to everyone for making it have great community engagement so people can have con- out today,” he said. “One of the (Continued on page 5)

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Arby’s

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feature natural oils, lotions and other Arby’s, the national restaurant known health and wellness products. The for its wide variety of tantalizing meat business is owned by a Co-op City sandwiches, will be opening next month in the Bartow Shopping Center. resident who will help make business grow in their own community.

The restaurant replaces a men’s cloth“We are pleased to bring these new ing store that used to occupy the spot. shopping options to Co-op City resiIn the Dreiser Shopping Plaza, two dents,” said Danielle O’Connor, Rivernew stores will be opening later this bay Director of Parking and Leasing. year. A new pharmacy and optical store is taking the former Kim’s Nails shop. “Bringing a combination of national retailers like Arby’s and small busiThe new pharmacy will be the second nesses owners here creates a strong one in Co-op City by the owners of the commercial base for Riverbay and pharmacy that’s now open in the Einhelps everyone.” stein Shopping Center.

O’Connor said the name recogniA second new store in Dreiser, tion and high visibility of national called Green Earth Apothecary, will

Horrorland

At the helm of the haunted house project is Co-op City resident Jermaine Antonetty, who has been leading the charge to make this year’s haunted house the best so far, Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations Michelle Sajous pointed out.

“This year, we have added some exciting new elements to our production, this is definitely the year to come out,” Antonetty said.

“I’m very proud of the work these kids have been putting in. Jermaine has been with me for the past 10 years and he always aspired to be the leader of this program,” Ms. Sajous said. “To have 16 to 22 year olds out there giving their time for this and working for free? It’s nice to know that these kids give back to their community.”

The theme for this year is an homage to the history of Co-op City when it was turned over from Freedomland into the residential development that exists today.

“I think the fact that we’re outside is what makes this year a little more unique and ambitious,” Anthony Samuels, a local volunteer, said.

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With roughly 20 volunteers serving as builders, actors and sometimes both, the haunted house tradition has certainly grown over the years with each year bringing more community engagement and even attracting visitors from outside of Co-op City.

“A lot of us on the team are young people from the community,” Samuels said. “We all came together and wanted to do something a little different. We saw the opportunity and we’re going to work with it.”

Truly a community effort, volunteers are bringing a variety of skills to the table from visual arts experience to acting in the haunted house production.

“Jermaine and Anthony basically had how they wanted to architect everything and I just helped them with the designing of it,” said Luna Figueroa, another local volunteer and artist who was in charge of bringing the design of the haunted house to life.

“These kids have really given their blood, sweat and tears for this year’s haunted house. The community needs to come out and support their efforts and talent,” said Ms. Sajous.

companies like Arby’s can draw more shoppers into the centers and create more foot traffic that will help bring shoppers to the locally-owned, small business stores and help to increase their sales.

“National retailers can afford to pay higher rents for high visibility spaces in our shopping plazas while local owners might not be able to pay as much when they are first starting out,” O’Connor said.

Riverbay’s Commercial Leasing department is now inviting all brokers to come and look at available spaces here for their clients. The former exclusive

agreement with a Bronx broker has ended, opening up opportunities for more leasing agents to bring potential tenants here.

“We’re now open to dealing with all the brokers and whoever brings the best deal for Riverbay will get the space,” O’Connor said. “We are reaching out to outside brokers to get the word out about what spaces are available.”

Businesses interested in leasing commercial space in Co-op City can contact the Parking and Leasing Department directly at 718-3203300.

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is to have these reflective stickers so that the firefighters can identify the door and the apartment. It tells a lot about the apartment they are going to.”

So far, the safety stickers have been placed in Buildings one to 14 and installation of the stickers to all apartment doors and all building exits are expected to be completed in about a month.

The Safety Department asks that no sticker be removed from the door jams. If the sticker starts to peel, shareholders should contact the Safety Department for a replacement sticker because they have extras in case replacement is necessary.

“It’s just another tool to help the Fire department in their effort in performing rescues and fighting the fire, so they can get in and get out,” said Mr. Barzellato.

Reminder – Feeding animals

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

Feeding wildlife, such as geese, also tends to change the migration pattern of these animals as they end up not flying south for the winter. This was the case a few winters ago in the New York area where many geese were found starved to death when they did not fly south for the winter and their normal food source was covered by deep snow.

Food placed out for animals is often lacking in the nutrition needed by the animals and serves to upset their ecological balance. Please resist the urge to place food out for animals in Co-op City or elsewhere.

Thank you for your cooperation.

The following are the youth volunteers responsible for this year’s Halloween Horrorland: 1. Jermaine Antonetty 2. Anthony Samuels 3. Hakim Jackson 4. David Glover 5. Rochelle Figora 6. Kareem Tillman 7. Tymik Bates 8. Jabari Brown 9. Andrae Bert 10. Matthew Washington 11. Unique Johnson

12. Megan Campos 13. Maya Campos 14. Kyra Manning 15. Jordan Pralez 16. Brittney White 17. Meshae Hampton 18. Cirra Delosangeles 19. Hailey Delosangeles 20. Christopher Vagalume 21. Jada Thomas

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things that keeps the Bronx vibrant and strong is all the folks that are wiser than the senator and me.

All the folks that have more grey hair than us; grey hair is just a form of wisdom and there is a lot of wisdom in this room.”

The council member also gave credit to the seniors who are always engaged in the community, citing that “people pay attention to the people who participate.”

Following Councilman King’s remarks, Senator

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Co-op City Times / October 27, 2018 Bailey closed the discussion emphasizing two more opportunities available to get out and exercise.

First, he mentioned the Breast Cancer Walk at Orchard Beach that occurred on October 21. The second opportunity is the most important exercise that could done, Bailey said. This is to go out and vote in the midterm elections on November 6.

“Exercise your right to vote,” said Senator Bailey.

“I’m not telling you who to vote for, I’m not allowed to do that. We must make sure we make a distinction because we have some brothers and sisters who have issues that don’t allow them to vote. If you’re registered to vote, you must vote.”

Outdoor Halloween Fun on Little League Field

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Support the work of Co-op City’s youth volunteers at this year’s Halloween Horrorland on the Little League Field on Co-op City Blvd. Doors open 6-9 p.m., Mon., Oct. 29-Wed., Oct. 31.

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Riverbay Annual Board Training

The Riverbay Board of Directors gathered last weekend at the Doral Arrowood Conference Center in Rye Brook, NY to receive training on the role and responsibilities of Board members. Topics included leadership and conflict management, communication, property management and internal audit – planning and strategies. Presentations were made to the group by Riverbay General

Counsel Jeffrey Buss and Gail Badger, a property management professional and instructor of the Registered in Apartment Management (RAM) certification course. This valuable training is conducted annually. Board members who attended came away with a greater appreciation and comprehension of their roles as members of the Riverbay Board of Directors.

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HALLOWEEN

BY ANATOLIY BUDNITSKIY It is insane at how incredible HALLOWEEN 2018 ended up being. The original Halloween 40 years ago, and it is one of my all-time favorite films. All of the follow-ups after were either pretty ok or subpar. This direct sequel literally erases every timeline and is in incredible hands – David Gordon Green, along with Danny McBride, who both wrote an incredible screenplay. The Easter-eggs in this film made me nerd out so much. I was incredibly giddy in the theater. It is hard not to when you love a film so much and you see such amazing homages to it.

So much extraordinary shots in this.

The One-take Michael Binge was phenomenal and intense, while also being the right amount of brutal. Jamie Lee Curtis was probably the best she has ever been. She was so good in this. Her PTSD from the baby-sitter killings were visible and actually very thought-provoking. Great stuff and amazing choice for a story to focus on that.

The supporting actors were amazing in this as well. The daughter of Laurie Strode, Karen, played by the always

wonderful Judy Greer was amazing and the granddaughter, Allyson, played by Andi Matichak, is a great find and she was actually pretty captivating, and wholeheartedly made you care about any repercussions made in the films with her. Great acting all-around here for sure, especially from Will Patton.

The comedy in HALLOWEEN 2018 was also nicely done. Wasn’t too much and it was done at the right moments.

The sequel to one of the greatest, if not THE greatest, horrors ever was extraordinary. The gore was great, the intensity was high at times and the music of course was monumental.

The remix of Carpenter’s score was so good and addicting! Not saying I would like more because I don’t want them to mess up their momentum after this one.

But this one is going to make major bank, so another follow-up is eventual. But I think Gordon and McBride are capable of making something incredible. IT IS IN GOOD HANDS! THE SHAPE WILL BE BACK! HALLOWEEN 2018 is one of the best films of the year. An absolute tenner!

David Gordon Green – Director, Writer Danny McBride – Writer Jaime Lee Curtis – Laurie Strode Judy Greer – Karen Strode Andi Matichak – Allyson Strode Nick Castle – The Shape Will Patton – Officer Hawkins

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CCPD Offers Halloween Safety Tips Co-op City Times / October 27, 2018

Please be advised that there is a change of dates for this year’s Halloween events. The Riverbay Fund is excited to present the Halloween festivities at a new venue. With anticipation of rainy weather over the weekend, the dates have been changed and now the events extend to Halloween itself. If you attend this event or this is your first year, plan to have an evening filled with scary fun.

Halloween is a fun holiday for kids and adults alike.

There are a wide range of potential risks on Halloween that could take all the fun away from the day. By being aware of the hazards and taking steps to avoid them, you can have a fun and safe Halloween. The Department of Public Safety has provided these safety tips to keep you safe this Halloween. Halloween costumes worn by adults or older teens for no legitimate purpose is never a good idea.

Obstructing one’s identity can be against the law or against rules in certain areas.

Please notify Public Safety if you observe masked adults acting in a suspicious manner.

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

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

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

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

The remaining dates are for the Horrorland Haunted House are Monday, October 29; Tuesday, October 30, and Wednesday, October 31, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Each night, the Halloween Horrorland Haunted House will take place on Co-op City Little League Field located on Co-op City Boulevard between Bellamy Loop and Cooper Place. The Halloween Horrorland Haunted House is recommended for children ages 5-12 accompanied by an adult. This is a new venue for the Halloween festivities and promises to be a fun-filled weekend. All Halloween activities are free, sponsored by the Riverbay Fund and offer a safe alternative to Trick or Treating. The Public Safety Department would like to wish all residents a happy and safe Halloween.

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

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

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

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

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

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

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

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

October is awareness month for AIDS, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Depression, Down syndrome and Spina Bifida. October 22nd is known as International Stuttering Awareness Day. This is a good opportunity to learn about this disability and other diseases or conditions which may affect your friends, family members or neighbors. It is a good time to learn about your neighbors and celebrate your differences and similarities. Knowledge is power, the more you learn the stronger you become.

(See Public Safety Blotter on page 29)

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

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

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

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

Janitorial

non-union

Ongoing

18-08 Temp Porter (Part Time) Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the day-to-day cleaning and restoration of assigned internal/external areas of Residential Buildings and/or Community Centers, as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is a plus.

2. Working knowledge of janitorial equipment, tools, and material.

3. Ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 80 pounds.

4. Must be available for emergency work.

5. Bi-Lingual is a plus.

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

18-17 Temp Groundsperson (Part Time)

Grounds

non-union

Ongoing

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the day-to-day duties in the landscaping, maintenance of and general upkeep of company grounds and property greens as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is a plus.

2. Candidate should have a working knowledge of grounds equipment, tools, and material.

3. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

4. Knowledge of OSHA and safety requirements related to performing janitorial duties.

5. Must be available for emergency work.

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

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Co-op City Times / October 27, 2018

Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson Secretary

Board Development Training Weekend This past weekend, I attended my first training weekend with ten of my fellow Board directors and I discovered it is not yet time for me to take off the training wheels. You know that expression: it’s not what you know that gets you in trouble, it’s what you think you know that just ain’t so. I came home with a sixinch stack (two binders’ full) of paperwork to memorize in my spare time.

The first bit of business was a reminder of what Co-op City actually is. We’re a Mitchell–Lama business corporation required to follow private housing finance laws that ensure the continuity of affordable housing. Easier said than done. The Board does its part by using its “wisdom of the crowd” oversight. That’s why the Board needs to be as schooled as possible; why the training is mandatory. We all need to find out which parts of what we think we know just ain’t so.

50th Anniversary Gala Commemorative Journal Make sure to get those pages for the Gala’s 50th Anniversary commemorative journal print-ready by the November 10th deadline. If your group is a recognized organization, church, or association, $300 buys a full-page, $200 buys a half, $125 for a quarter page, and $50 for a business card size bit of space.

Even if your organization or association doesn’t plan to go as a group to the Gala, the whole group can be there in spirit with their well wishes captured in the journal’s pages. Fifty years later, the next generation of cooperative-living residents might dig up the 2018 time capsule and see Grams or Pops or Mom or Dad or even themselves smiling back at them from the past. What a legacy to leave: an

Who, What, Where, Why, How? affordable home.

Democracy. Pass It On. Co-op Citizens, here’s something else worth passing on to the kids – democracy. It’s been steadily under attack for what seems like decades, but in actuality, has been less than two years. Be sure to vote to stop the erosion of our democracy, the pollution of our planet, the re-subjugation of women, the lowered status of the poor, the attacks on “people of more color,” the impunity of mega corporations, the hijacking of the airwaves, the impugning of the press, the rising costs of things that must stay or become available to and affordable for all (health care, education, housing), and the suppression of the vote. Is there just too much on that to-do list? Then just start by not suppressing your own vote. Vote in the general election on November 6th.

Where? Who? What?

Where am I voting? Who am I voting for? What am I voting for? Let’s start with “where.” It’s harder to know where to vote this year for a few reasons.

First, the huge polling site located inside the closedfor-renovations Dreiser Auditorium needed relocating. Even if you voted in that location for decades, you might not be voting there this year. Second, the Section 5 poll workers needed more space to work (and breathe!) so this year the Einstein Center polling place in room 45 is spreading out as far as P.S. 160.

The third reason you might not know exactly where you’re voting this year is that the Board of Elections did a less than stellar job of getting ready for all the changes. There are, however, several ways to find your new poll site. Online: Google NYC Poll Site Locator. By phone: 866 VOTENYC (866 868-3692).

By email: vote@boe.nyc.ny.us. (Put “Bronx” in the subject line and your full address in the body.)

But let’s face it, when it comes to voter turnout, New Yorkers are way at the bottom of the list. We

consistently rank in the bottom five of the 50 states.

The percentage of eligible voters who actually cast a ballot fluctuates depending on many factors; is it a presidential election, are we voting for governor, for mayor, is it a special election, a primary, an off-year election, an off-off year election, is it raining? Add in the treasure hunt aspect of finding that relocated poll site and many voters might just sit this one out.

The least we can do to boost turnout is to post a sign in every lobby with a treasure map, especially in the buildings affected by the poll site switcheroo.

Take Section 5. The residents of several buildings will continue to vote in room 45 of the Einstein Center — those are Triple-Cores 29 and 28, Chevron 32, and Towers 33, 34, and 35. The residents of the remaining buildings need to vote in the relocated poll site of P.S.160. Those residents live in Triple Cores 26 and 27, Chevrons 30 and 31, and the Earhart Lane Townhouses.

Can’t we get someone to post the poll site location in each lobby? Affected building or not, it would be a great reminder to vote. As I wrote last week: Turning out in the greatest numbers possible on Election Day sends an important message to our elected officials. That message is: “We’re paying attention. We expect you to do the same.”

Who and What Am I Voting for?

Statewide, everyone in the city is voting for the governor and lieutenant governor package deal, the attorney general, the comptroller, and the one U.S. senator up for election this year. Then there are many, many “down ballot,” Co-op City-specific choices.

There are also three proposals on the ballot. Warning: I’ll go into great detail on all that next week.

Next Saturday is the Saturday before Tuesday, November 6th, aka, Election Day 2018.

Happy Halloween! And thanks for reading. mpearson@riverbayboard.com, 718-219-2211.

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Boiko

Co-op City Times / October 27, 2018 (Continued from page 1)

This man was so involved with the the kind of person he was. I will miss community both as a member of community, he loved this community my friend.”

Riverbay management and through so much, he was an amazing man Through the years, Community his civic activities at the community and I’m going to miss my friend. I Affairs Officer Anne-Marie Morriboard and the 45th Precinct Counam, however, gratified that I had the son, who has worked at the 45th cil. He was the lead staff member for Precinct for almost three decades, chance to tell him I loved him while I the elevator modernization project could.” collaborated closely with Joe on sevand was looking forward to finally Barbara added that when Joe eral initiatives, including National getting it started. I will miss working became involved in a project, he Night Out, the 45th Precinct Comwith him.” thought of things no one else would. munity Council activities and many “Joe Boiko was an integral part of other police-community programs, “Foremost in his mind was always the Riverbay operation, responsible such as the Explorers program, what could be done for the sharefor many things that touched every holders of Co-op City,” she added. aimed at improving the relationship shareholder,” said Board President “TV’s in the laundry rooms, I never between the police and youth.

Linda Berk. “His quiet and unassumwould have thought of that. That was In fact, Joe had a soft spot for chiling presence was just Joe’s way of Joe’s idea.” dren and youth. He played the role of working. However, when he was not Joe was also vice president of at work, we felt the void. His smile “Santa” at the community’s annual holCooperators United, a certified comand pleasant style was infectious. iday ceremony many years ago and he was affectionately known as “Unca” munity organization composed of His ability to keep several balls in the to the children of his close friends, building associations within Co-op air at once is a skill we certainly will City. Sonja Maxwell, president of family and neighbors. miss. On behalf of the Riverbay that organization, said that she and “Joe was very community-minded Board of Directors, we send our Joe have been friends for more than and his presence will be missed for deepest condolences to his family in 20 years. many years to come. He was always this time of bereavement.”

“We were friends for many years,” receptive whenever we came to him In addition to his service to RiverMs. Maxwell said. “He helped me for assistance,” said Officer Morribay Corporation, Mr. Boiko was also establish Cooperators United and he son. a member of Bronx Community became its long time vice president In addition to being a Riverbay Board #10 and vice president of the and we will miss him, but more employee, Joe was also a long-time 45th Precinct Community Council. importantly for me, personally, I will shareholder of the community. His “Joe Boiko was a dedicated Commuparents, Maurice and Faye Boiko, miss a friend because that is what nity Board #10 member,” said Matthew was important to me, his friendship. moved their young family to BuildCruz, District Manager of Bronx ComTo me, Joe was the guy who knew ing 26A in Section Five in 1972 munity Board #10. “He was our eyes everything about Co-op City. If you where Joe and his siblings, sisters and ears in Co-op City. His passion for didn’t know the answer to a question Betsy and Debbie, grew up. his fellow shareholders, selflessness that involved Co-op City, you went to Joe attended Evander Childs High and guidance on so many matters is Joe. Joe was the true historian and one School and City College, CUNY. He what we will miss most. On behalf of good thing about him is if he didn’t later moved into his own apartment in Community Board #10, we extend our know the answer, he would find out.”

Building 19 where he was the builddeepest sympathies to his family, friends Nancy Rosario, another former and all of Co-op City. In his memory, ing association president at one time.

Riverbay colleague and chair of He served on the Riverbay Ambuwe will continue to selflessly lend a lance Corp and was a certified EMT. Community Board 10’s ad hoc Co-op helping hand to our neighbors.”

City Committee, said: “Joe was a Joe was also certified in CPR. For the Bob Bieder, president of the 45th wealth of information. He was defipast several years, he organized the Precinct Community Council, said: nitely a great asset on the Commuannual Riverbay Blood Drives and “Joe and I were actually born on the nity Board 10 Municipal Services recruited his friends, neighbors and same day, October 29th. We had Committee and an even greater comcolleagues to assist. Whenever the become good friends through our municator for the newly establish ad Hudson Valley Blood Bank called for work on the precinct council. We also hoc Co-op City Committee which I sat on the community board together. additional blood donation drives to chair. At one time last year, he was assist with a blood shortage, Joe Joe was a tremendous asset to the my co-chair on the Health and would spring into action, galvanizing community; he always had great and Human Services Committee and he innovative ideas. He was intelligent, his volunteers, and begin advertising was vociferous in expressing his senand planning for additional donation clever and always had great insights timents about the emergency room drives. For his work, he has won to offer. He will be sorely missed by situation at Montefiore Hospital recognition for the Co-op City locaeveryone. Personally, I liked him so which Community Board #10 tion being one of the top collection much. He was a great guy to be intends to follow-up on on his behalf around. He was kind to everybody. sites. and also on behalf of the community.

“Joe was involved with the blood Whenever you needed anything, he Joe is going to be missed. I pray for drives since during the time when the would say, ‘I’ll take care of it’. I truly his family.” loved the man and will miss him very, Riverbay Ambulance Corp was active Riverbay Board Director Sonia over 40 years ago and when the Ambuvery much.”

Feliciano, who served with Joe on lance Corp ended, he continued the In his role as Special Projects Community Board #10 and at the blood drives and got me involved by director, Joe worked with several 45th Precinct Community Council, being his second-in-command,” said Riverbay department heads very said: “No words can express my feelclosely, including Michelle Sajous, Barbara Penn, a former Riverbay director of Community Relations. colleague and close friend of Joe’s. ings of sadness and loss over the news of Joe Boiko’s untimely passThe two also worked on Community “Even my granddaughter was involved ing. Joe and I were neighbors. When in the blood drive, so it’s been a famBoard #10 and the 45th Precinct I moved into the community, he ily affair for my family – if we didn’t Council together. immediately embraced my daughters work, we gave blood. Joe did this “Joe and I worked on so many speand I. He introduced me to commuwith great love. Whenever he got the cial projects together, the community nity service for which I will forever board, the Mayor’s office, the MTA, call about a blood shortage, he made be grateful. He took great pleasure in sure we did extra drives. It was a the 45th Precinct Council, you name giving back to the community with very important part of his life, in it,” said Ms. Sajous. “Joe would do focus and determination. He was addition to our other involvement anything for anybody. He would get president of Building 19 for many with the 45th Precinct Community out of his bed to give you a ride home Council and the community board. years, a board member at Communo matter how late it was. That’s just

9 nity Board 10, vice president of the 45th Precinct Council, he managed the Blood Bank and so much more. At times, he had this hard exterior about him, but he was a gentle soul to all who knew him. He talked with so much passion about his beloved cat Mango. I know Mango is missing him.

“Before he entered the hospital, he called me to ask me about the two sagging benches by the building. I told him rest assured it would be taken care of. This is the Joe I knew. Joe was not only a neighbor, and a colleague looking out for the betterment of our community, Joe was my friend and I will dearly miss him.”

Mr. Joe Boiko was indeed an exceptional man, colleague and friend. He was always supportive and never missed an opportunity to say a kind word to anyone. He was passionate about his work, family and friends, and his kindness knew no boundaries – he went way out of his way to help others. Joe was also totally dedicated to this community.

He will be sorely missed by his colleagues at Riverbay Corporation, as well as by those he formed bonds with through his work outside of the community.

He will also be missed by his neighbors and fellow shareholders to whom he unselfishly dedicated his life of service and who benefitted from his work and activism on behalf of Co-op City.

“From the beginning, Joe has demonstrated an unquestioned love for the Co-op City community,” said General Manager Noel Ellison. “Motivated by this love, he has diligently served Co-op City both as a volunteer and a professional em-ployee. His work as a member of the Co-op City Volunteer Ambulance Corp, organizing major community blood drives, and taking leadership roles in both the Community Board and 45th Precinct Council, are but a small testament to his dedication. Despite facing a number of physical and medical challenges, he made it his mission to help.

“May the annals of this great community show that Joe Boiko was a contributing factor! A man who gave generously of his time and efforts.

Like so many in Co-op City and neighboring communities, I will miss him.”

Funeral services of the late Mr. Joe Boiko were held yesterday, October 26.

Joe is survived by his immediate family and extended family members, including sisters, Betsy and Debbie; a niece, Gabrielle; and nephew, Paul, both of whom he doted on.

The family will be sitting shiva at 2572 Fish Avenue, Bronx, NY 10469 on Saturday, Oct. 27, after 7 p.m.; Sunday, Oct. 28, 12 – 8 p.m.; Monday, Oct. 29, 12-8 p.m.; and Tuesday, Oct. 30, 12-8 p.m.

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Co-op City Times / October 27, 2018

Co-op City Animal Shelter – Not a Done Deal

Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary

The community met again with NYC Councilman Andy King who wanted to talk with us about the proposed animal shelter on Bartow Avenue. More than 100 concerned cooperators gathered in Bartow Center to once again express our views on building an animal shelter at 2050 Bartow Avenue. Councilman King has the task of pleasing his constituents in Co-op City and, at the same time, complying with the city law requiring that a shelter be built in the Bronx by 2024. At least half the cooperators stood up to inform King why the animal shelter is wrong for the Co-op City community.

I questioned Councilman King on the reason the former Gun Hill Road golf range was discounted.

King responded that there needs to be closure on the 2050 Bartow Avenue site before another location can be considered. Other cooperators reiterated that our community should have been included three years ago when the planning process began; that a more centralized location should be sought; that we are a pet-free community and having an animal shelter right here would increase pet ownership and make things worse.

One idea that I hadn’t previously heard was to build the animal shelter on parkland property. I can think of several parks with space for an animal care center, including Van Cortlandt Park, Tremont Park, Soundview Park, and Macombs Dam Park. Another suggestion was to use the former Spofford Juvenile Center (now Bridges) in the Hunts Point area.

For many years, the Mayor’s Office has disregarded our pleas for a youth center. Also, several years ago, the Truman H.S. Saturday program, including swimming, was shut down and nothing was offered to replace it. Although not exactly in the community, there was a roller-skating rink on White Plains Road near Allerton Avenue that offered skating and family fun, and that shut down. Facilities that were safe and beneficial for our children have been closed. There are thousands of youth in the Co-op City community that would benefit by a youth center because they are

active and athletic. Presently, we have very few recreational activities for them. This might cause them to get into mischief and possibly trouble with the law.

And, as has recently been decided, due to corruption and violence, the Rikers Island jails will shut down and another jail will be conveniently located in the Bronx. How convenient!

After everyone had spoken, Councilman King took a vote. He asked those who wanted to proceed with the plans for 2050 Bartow Avenue to raise their hands. No hands were raised. Then, he asked for those who did not want to proceed with the plans for 2050 Bartow Avenue to raise their hand. Everyone raised their hand.

Remember to Vote on Nov. 6th There are only ten days left before we need to vote in the Midterm Elections. Participating in elections has a real effect on our everyday lives and the issues we care about. The people we elect into office make decisions that affect our communities, schools, jobs and quality of life.

You will be voting for the following candidates: • U.S. Senator: Kirsten Gillibrand or Chele Farley • U.S. Congress: Eliot L. Engel • Governor: Andrew Cuomo, Marcus Molinaro, Howie Hawkins, Larry Sharpe or Stephanie Miner • Attorney General: Letitia James, Keith Wofford, Michael Sussman, Christopher Garvey or Nancy Sliwa • Comptroller: Thomas P. Dinapoli, Jonathan Trichter, Mark Dunlea or Cruger Gallaudet • Lieutenant Governor: Kathy Hochul, Julie Killian, Jia Lee, Andrew Hollister or Michael J. Volpe • NY State Senate, District 36: Jamaal Bailey or Robert Diamond • NY State Assembly, District 82: Michael Benedetto, Elizabeth English or William Britt • Bronx Supreme Court Judge: Robert E. Torres, Gino Marimorato, Patricia Latzman, Mary Ann Brigantti or Benison DeFunis • Bronx Civil Court Judge: Marissa Soto • Municipal Court Judge: Naita A. Semaj and Connie Morales You will also vote on the following three proposals to amend the City Charter: 1. Campaign Finance 2. Civic Engagement Commission 3. Community Boards

Black Forum

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

Your messages can be mailed, emailed or dictated over our voicemail. Paper and pens for writing notes are available outside 177 Dreiser Loop, room 20. Please leave your note in the provided envelope. Thank you to all who have shared their moving messages.

Many of us need help now. Please consider visiting https://www.foodbank nyc.org/get-help/ to find soup kitchens and other food support services. The locations may require some travel to their facility. There is no shame in asking for help. We are each other’s neighbor.

Defensive Driving Classes Next two classes are Saturday, November 10, and December 8, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd floor, room 1. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to four points from your driver’s license. Please make checks of $35, payable to ‘Black Forum of Co-op City,’ and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475 at least 1½ weeks before class. Include name and phone number. Walk-ins are welcomed, but only a $35 cash payment will be accepted the day of the class – no checks. Call by noon the Friday before to register for seating. Please bring your current driver’s license and a pen, (718) 320-8035.

Harrah’s Casino, Chester, PA, (Date Change) Saturday, December 8. Cost: $45. Casino rebate: $15 slot play. We’re collecting monies now. No refunds. Final payment due by Friday, November

The details can be found at www.ballotpedia.org.

Some voting sites have been changed. You may check your voting site at: www.vote.nyc.ny.us or call the Bronx Board of Elections at 718-299-9017. Please remind your family, friends and neighbors to exercise their right to vote.

If time permits, please discuss voting at your building association meeting.

Board Development Weekend The annual development of the Riverbay Board members is a requirement. Twelve of the Board members attended. These development sessions are an opportunity to review and refresh our understanding of the rules that we are required to apply, some of which include: Corporate Documents; Roles and Responsibilities of Board Directors; Leadership and Conflict Management; Board Member Communication and Role Play; Property Management; Internal Audit, Planning and Strategies; Goals and Priorities, etc. The Board development weekend is important for Board directors to stay informed as we use these skills to lead the community. Thanks to all those involved in the planning and execution of this marvelous educational event.

Health October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Note, that there has been a recall of red meat at Krogers nationwide.

Building Associations Please attend your monthly building association meetings. You will make friends and learn more about your building and community. It is good to always greet your neighbors with a friendly remark. You might have to call upon a neighbor for a favor and it would be nice to know them.

At a recent building association meeting in Building 20, some of the cooperators stated that they would like to be able to park overnight in one of the other garages eight garages. It was my understanding that all the garages were filled, but they are not. Garages 2, 7 and 8 are full. Therefore, I will inquire regarding special requests for extended times in other garages.

Don’t have a building association? Please contact me if you want one.

Contact I can be reached at: fjones@riverbayboard.com or 718-671-5957. Remember to vote on November 6th.

16. Guests receive their seat assignment when payment is received. Call 718320-0033 or 917-209-5334 for additional information. Kindly leave your name, telephone number and brief message.

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In Memoriam - Roger Toppin Mr. Toppin of Building 31B, 7th floor, passed away on October 12th in Calvary Hospital. As one of the original cooperators of Building 31, he was a dedicated community activist who, for many years, created, printed, and distributed his very own informative news brochure. He will be sorely missed.

“It’s sad when someone you know becomes someone you knew.” –Henry Rollins

In Memoriam - Fannie Mae Heggs

Fannie Mae Heggs Calhoun, age 76, of Co-op City, Bronx, New York departed this life peacefully on October 20, 2018 at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York, NY surrounded by her loving family.

She was born on June 27, 1942 to the late Eula Bell Grant Heggs in Louisville, Georgia.

Fannie Mae Heggs Calhoun spent her childhood in Jacksonville, Florida and she graduated from Matthew Gilbert High School in 1960. She migrated to the Bronx, New York in 1962, where she met and married the late Lindsey Calhoun Jr., veteran of the United States Navy.

In 1980, Fannie completed her education at the College of New Rochelle in New Rochelle, NY where she studied communication arts and nursing. She was employed at Hebrew Home for the Aged at Riverdale, Bronx, New York as a nurse for 30 years until her retirement.

During her career as a nurse, she devoted herself to caring for the sick and provided encouragement during times of need. Fannie Mae Heggs Calhoun dedicated herself to serving the Lord. She was a faithful member of Trinity Baptist Church in the Bronx, NY for over 30 years and served as an Usher.

Fannie Mae Heggs Calhoun was blessed with 76 youthful years and lived a vivacious life. Her pastimes included reading, entertainment, traveling and fashion. Fannie was impassioned about cancer research and was involved in charities, including Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital.

Fannie’s triumphant spirit will always be admired and remembered. Fannie joins her husband, the late Lindsey Calhoun Jr., and her sons, the late Lindsey Calhoun, III and the late Terald Calhoun in the hearts of her family’s memory.

She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia Heggs; granddaughters Donnavon Fils-Aime and Jameelah Bass; her beloved niece Koneshiwha Heggs; six great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

The family would like to express our sincere gratitude for the many acts of kindness and expressions of sympathy shown during this difficult time. We would especially like to thank staff at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York. During Fannie’s brief illness, your compassion and kindness was very much appreciated. May God bless each and every one of you. Her visitation viewing will be held on Sunday, October 28, from 3 p.m.-6 p.m. at Granby’s Funeral Services, 4021 White Plains Road Bronx, NY. Her funeral will be held at Trinity Baptist Church, 808 E. 224 Street, Bronx, NY on Monday, October 29, at 9:00 a.m. for the viewing, followed by funeral services at 10:00 a.m. with a burial immediately following at Long Island National Cemetery, 2040 Wellwood Avenue, Farmingdale, NY.

Condolence to a Harriet Tubman Democratic Club Member

Members of the Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club extend our profound sympathy to Fannie Calhoun's family. We knew and loved Fannie's warm smile and raspy voice. She cared about this community, family, church and politics.

She would often bring her minor child, Koneshiwha, with her to meetings. We were there for her when she lost the last of two sons suddenly. I admired Fannie for her commitment to her family in New York and Florida. I feel privileged that she would count on me to assist with private matters. It is my wish that the HTIDC members will continue to uplift and keep Koneshiwha in our prayers.

—Evelyn Turner

Building 31 A/B Association

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I think we can say fall is officially here with the temperature dropping, so get ready to bundle up. You don’t have to bundle to come to our next general meeting on Tuesday, November 13, at 7:30 p.m. which will be in our meeting room located on the B-side of our building. Our guest speaker will be Chief Riley from our security. Now think about the questions you need answered regarding the absence of a permanent lobby attendant and sightings of graffiti in our building and the solution to correct these issues. There is a slogan that is said in relation to security: “If you see something, say something.” To follow that, saying something doesn’t mean to only discuss among your neighbor or friends; it means simply to call the department that can remedy the complaint.

For example, calling security is a way to put them on notice of what’s going on in our building. You don’t have to leave your name when you call, just remember the name of the person taking your call and the time you called. Contacting a member of the association alone will not do it although we welcome your notice, however, the association will advise you what to do and once it is brought to our attention, we will certainly call also. There will be a greater impact on responding if we call en masse. If only one call is made that issue sometimes doesn’t get taken care of as it should. Remember, there is greater strength in numbers.

Wed., Oct. 31st is Halloween and we have children who like to put on costumes and ring apartment doors looking for candy. The association asks if anyone would like to contribute candy, but not open their door on that day, can do so by calling Joyce Hedgepeth, 718-320-2656, who will collect candy prior to Wed., Oct. 31st and candy or small bags of chips will be handed out on Halloween from the meeting room. Children up to the age of 12 yrs. old will receive. Please look for poster announcing time of distribution.

Remember to mark your calendar for the Nov. 13th meeting and look for the flyer confirming date which will be posted between the elevators. Bring your neighbor and ideas with you for future meetings also.

—Marilyn McDaniel

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We Have to Clean Up Our Laundry Business

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

About two weeks ago, on a Saturday, nine out of eighteen washing machines were out of service in building 25. Then, as soon as I sent a message to management, I received an email that stated that seven washers and eight dryers were out in building 13. So, now, the question is: How big is this problem?

What Are We Missing?

Although the current format of our laundry rooms was set up many years ago, who says that we have to keep this format going? Who said that we could only have around 18 washing machines in our buildings that contain over 300 families?

How is it residents with busy schedules have to take their dirty laundry back upstairs because half of the washing machines are being used and half are broken? How many laundry machines in your building are not working right now, on a Saturday?

From my perspective, all of these machines should be working every day. Yes, it’s a lot of work.

But, Co-op City is the largest housing cooperative development in the world. So, laundry companies that win contracts from us should anticipate these service issues and have extensive backup plans to swap out machines at any moment.

On the other hand, laundry companies that do not check on their machines and our laundry rooms on a daily basis should state that they do not have the resources to fulfill our needs. Then, they should move on and let other companies take on this responsibility.

Currently, some of our residents are taking their laundry to outside laundromats that have a sufficient amount of machines to handle their laundry needs.

And, they’re finding that the prices, time schedules, and the convenience are also suitable for their needs.

So, they can get their laundry done without any nonsense. Furthermore, some companies are going to individual apartments here to pick up and return laundry for a reasonable price. So, as these services grow, our laundry revenue numbers are going to drop.

As mentioned before, we will be considering a renewal of our present laundry contract. But, based on these issues, do you think that we should just close our eyes and approve this upcoming contract? Or, do you think that it would make sense to have vendors come to Co-op City to make a brief presentation on their products and services to our cooperators? We can even record their presentation and place it on YouTube or broadcast it on our television channel. This way, everyone will have an opportunity to see the transparent methods that we’re employing to get our community involved in our board projects.

New Stores It’s hard to believe that Bay Plaza was just a field with overgrown trees about 30 years ago. But, as you can see, that field has now turned into a shopping mall with lots of stores, a gym, and other businesses. Now, not too long ago, a small amount of those stores went out of business. So, the managers of this mall are now bringing in Burlington and Chipotle to replace those stores. Also, they made some adjustments by moving Jennifer Furniture next to PC Richards.

In Bartow, Arby’s will hopefully be opening up soon.

Facebook Facebook is an excellent platform to communicate messages and to share photos and ideas. But, some crooks are doing everything possible to steal photos and even clone existing profiles so that they can start “phishing” for private information.

Additionally, some thieves have become so wicked that they’ve sent friend requests to lots of people.

Then, once those friend requests were accepted, these thieves received automatic updates about people, families, businesses, and even vacation plans.

For instance, a family went on vacation to Las Vegas.

Then, at some point, their daughter decided to post their vacation plans on Facebook. Next, three of their socalled Facebook friends allegedly rented a U-Haul truck and broke into their home. Next, these thieves started cleaning out the entire house—everything. In fact, these guys were so horrible and evil that they stole all of the furniture and even the beds that were in the house.

But, they didn’t get too far because police officers

that were on the lookout for thieves pulled up at 3:30 a.m. and arrested the suspects inside the home. And, now, this entire family stated that they will never, ever post vacation photos online until they arrive back home.

Also, do you know how some people like to ‘check in’ on Facebook to say that they’re at an airport, another city, or a hotel? Well, it’s possible that a thief that’s masquerading as a so-called Facebook friend can use this information as a tool to let them know that someone might not be at that home.

Bottom line: Who pulls up in a U-Haul truck to steal everything inside of a house? The beds? Look, please ask yourself and your family if there are some lessons that can be learned from this horrible case.

Then, please think about how you’re using Facebook and other social media sites. Thank you.

Violent Robberies There was a gunpoint robbery by the Asch Loop

bus stop, on Friday, October 19, at approximately 10:30 p.m. Then, there was another gunpoint robbery on the 6th floor in garage 2 (Dreiser Loop), on Sunday, October 21, at approximately 2 a.m. Question: How is it that two guys with a gun can rob ladies (or anyone) in both instances of their handbags, cellphones, and jewelry? This case is beyond horrible.

Close I hope that these robbers will turn themselves in to the police. Thank you.

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

Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a discussion with me. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

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National Council Of Negro Women

November Membership Meeting – Remember that our November membership meeting will be on the first Sunday of November 4. This is so some of our officers will be able to attend our National Convention that will be from November 9 to 11.

Since November is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we will be having a speaker, one of our members, Pamela Howard-Jackson.

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

The convention opens at noon, November 9. All members are strongly encouraged to register and attend the convention and Gala. There will be opportu- left to right: Michelle Sajous, Egeria Bennett nities for everyone to learn, share best (Instructor, Thrive NYC), Akeisha Neely and practices, ideas and ideals, grow together Lori Melton (President). and have a little fun.

Why We Vote – Public Policy is the fourth prong of NCNW’s “Four for the Future” program agenda. Public policy is the combination of laws, court decisions and regulations that determine how government maintains order and addresses the needs of its citizens. Public policy is made by voters, through their elected representatives. Every aspect of our lives is touched by public policy. Something as commonplace as a stop sign has a particular meaning assigned to it by public policy. Something as complicated as health care is regulated by public policy. “One way to think about public policy is to understand it as the rules of society,” indicates Ms. Ingrid Saunders Jones (National Chair of NCNW). “We want our members and the public to understand voting processes and procedures, as well as the importance of the vote in our everyday lives. NCNW sections are all encouraged to consult the webinar materials and other resources at www.ncnw.org and actively study the election process and issues in the states and counties where they reside.” Please get out and vote on November 6.

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

Mental Health Training – On Saturday, October 20, we partnered with the Riverbay Fund and Thrive NYC for a workshop on youth mental health first aid training. We had 25 participants who learned the signs of anxiety, depression, substance abuse disorder and other mental health issues. All who participated enjoyed the informative session. It is empowering to realize that you can make a difference just by being educated and sharing information.

—Joyce Howard

Ghanaian Association of Co-op City

November General Meeting: The next general meeting is on Saturday, November 24, at the Einstein Community Center, room 38, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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

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

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

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

Please Join Us: We need your support. Please join us. We invite you to come to our next general meeting. Call 347-773-3499. Unity is strength! Join us today!

Like us on Facebook! Coop Ghanama or http:/www.facbook.com/gacc2013 —Seth Osei-Fosu

American Legion Post 1871

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American Legion Bus Ride to the National Museum of the African American History and Culture in Washington, DC took place last week with Legionnaires mixed with community people to learn of the past as it relates to the present. In lieu of that, the usual general assembly meeting of the group that was always on the third Saturday of the month was postponed to today, Saturday, October 27, at 11 a.m.

Folding Of Flags Commander Toba is using this medium to call on Legionnaires to stop by the Post and volunteer for folding flags. Post 1871 has been working with an organization called Centers For Health Care who needed assistance in folding of flags.

These flags, supposedly flown over the capitol building earlier this year, and donated by several United States senators will be presented to veterans committed to nursing homes as a way to show appreciation of their service to the nation.

This American Legion had stepped up to fold these flags the military way, encase them before they will be shipped out to their respective destinations.

More than 45 flags and cases were delivered to Post 1871 this month and they need to be made ready for shipment before the month runs out. So, call Commander Toba or Vice Commander Thomas for a time to volunteer. We need a minimum of four volunteers in the folding of a flag. Thus, the more, the merrier.

Councilman King’s Veterans Event The Councilman of the 12thdistrict in the borough of the Bronx, Councilman King, will be honoring the veterans on Friday, November 2, on 135 Einstein Loop, room 45, in Section Five community center. The program, which will be tailored around honoring our veterans and giving awards to certain war heroes, will commence by 10 a.m. All veterans are invited.

American Legion Auxiliary The Auxiliary’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting for November will be Friday, November 2, on the first Friday of the month. During the last meeting, the unit was able to complete the slate of officers for the year, and the face of the new board is as follows: President: Deloris Cornelius; Vice Pres.: Frances Wilson; Secretary: Gertie Brown; Assist. Sect: Daisy Young; Treasurer: Doris Rowe; Assist. Treasurer: Stephanie Corbett; Chaplain: Barbara Wattley; Sergeant-At-Arms: Olive Glasgow.

Membership cards were issued to all the paid auxiliaries and the program diaries for the year was presented to the secretary. At the County meeting, both the secretary and the treasurer were sworn in. In the month to come, members of the auxiliary unit will be joining Legionnaires of Post 1871 to visit nursing homes that housed veterans in the neighborhood for the celebration of veterans’ month.

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

—Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown Toba

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Co-op City Times / October 27, 2018

Director’s Viewpoint

Responsibilities of a Board Director

Leah Richardson

Prior to becoming a Board director, I had no idea about the challenges and nuances that would occur. I soon realized that everything I thought I could do to make change wasn’t as easy as I expected. I was told that directors write viewpoints… Viewpoints? I was told that we write Resolutions… Resolutions? I knew then I was in trouble and wondered what did I get myself into?

With my best interest in mind, I did some research and discovered that the law imposes a level of care and loyalty to be exercised by Board members to the corporation. It is vital that Board members receive proper education and training to understand their obligations and fulfill their fiduciary duty to the corporation. There are complicated issues, none more common than the challenge of balancing the best interest of the community, with the preference of individual residents.

Managing this critical and delicate balance is the essence of good corporate governance. Every community has its own history, personality, attributes and challenges, but all cooperatives share common characteristic and core principles. Great cooperatives also cultivate a true sense of community, promote active shareholder involvement and create a culture of informed consensus.

Although I have Board experience from other entities, working on a co-op Board is a challenge.

There are 15 passionate volunteers with different

opinions, ideas and personalities. I have come to the realization that my skills and experiences don’t necessarily match the diverse demands of the property and its population. When we were informed that we would be having Board training, I was excited. I knew that training would give me the tools I would need to run a successful cooperative.

Board members should engage in training to increase their level of knowledge, professionalism, competence and effectiveness as leaders of a community association. I believe that as a Board, we should get a tune-up just like a car every year, so we can be updated on new ideas and trends. It’s important that we update ourselves on the following areas: ethics and leadership, financial and reserves, insurance and risk management, rules creation and enforcement, meetings and elections, communication, conflict resolution, and community building. I must say the training I received this past weekend was excellent.

Kudos, Board directors and volunteer trainers, who took their time out and participated in the training.

What are the duties of a Board director?

The board of directors is responsible for the governance of the corporation. The directors have a duty to “act honestly and in good faith.” Directors should take care not to put their own interests ahead of the interests of the corporation. In fact, the law requires directors to act “in the best interests of the corporation.”

Directors are responsible for overseeing the direction of the corporation and for its physical and financial well-being. For example, to name a few.

• management of the corporation

• making decisions on major repairs and maintenance of buildings and grounds • communicating regularly with the shareholders • maintaining and repairing the assets of the corporation • hiring specialists, like engineers • fiscal responsibility for the corporation, and • upholding and enforcing all Board resolutions and adhering to the corporation’s by-laws and rules and regulations.

Please feel free to contact me at: lrichardson@riverbayboard.com or 917-495-0585

ELECTION DAY IS TUESDAY, NOV. 6th

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Rivers Run Community Garden

This weekend, we will be putting beds to sleep, wrapping trees, dismantling water catchments, composting and a mess of other duties in preparation for winter. So, please stop by and enjoy the crisp outdoors. Help if you can. We pay in volunteer credit, fresh herbs, conversation and gratitude.

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

Important dates (All are welcome) October 31 – Last day for public visits.

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

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

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

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

April 20, 2019 – Earth Day Parade Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds. Members who are actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

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

—Gail Sharbaan

Building 29 Association

Our guest speaker this month was Chief Joe Riley from CCPD. He spent 37 years with the NYPD, and worked in a variety of precincts, including the 46th. Lt. Pam Apollo was also in attendance.

Many thanks to both for their dedication and service, as well as attending our association meeting.

Updates were given on security, and it was noted that 23 new officers (out of 500 who took the test and 100 who passed) were hired.

Other matters included announcements regarding our monthly happenings (posted each month in the lobbies and by the elevators), treasury report by Valerie McNeil, Book Club announcement (Joy Luck Club on Nov. 30) and Game Night on October 26.

The 50th Anniversary Gala was also mentioned, noting that a reserved table of 10 will only pay for 8 guests, and that reduced rates are available for SCRIE and DRIE residents. Other topics included the animal shelter hearing, the continuing issues with dogs, and drug offenses at Co-op City.

Next month, JASA will come to discuss care and help options that are available to residents. Wishing all a good rest of October, and a Happy Halloween!

—Katharine Wood

Association of Building 14 Cooperators

As we continue in what I call the “Harvest Season,” your building association has planned activities that include a Candy Giveaway for Halloween on Wednesday, October 31, from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. If you want to donate wrapped candies, please contact Sandy McMichael at 718.379.4260.

Our Halloween decorations were not on full display this year because we need more volunteers, especially those able to climb a ladder to hang lights and other decorations. Thank goodness that Peter Garcia has been dedicated to taking on this task for over 10 years for every occasion. Simply stated, we need others to step up. Please contact me if you are interested in volunteering in any way.

Our appreciation to all who attended our September meeting, where we were reminded to register to vote (deadline has passed for new voters) and to actively participate in the upcoming mid-term elections. Thank you to guest speakers Jerome Rice and Lauretta Jaysura, representing neighbors.

Vote.

Our next building association meeting will be on Thursday, November 1. Our guests will be Javier Valenzuela and Mr. Frias, supervisors from Riverbay’s Maintenance/Janitorial Department. Cooperators are encouraged to attend and share their concerns about conditions in the building and to be reminded of our responsibilities as good neighbors.

We continue to have issues in the areas of waste items left in the compactor rooms and trashing of the stairwells. At the November meeting, we will also plan for our annual Harvest Feast in mid-November (replaces the December holiday party due to potential cold weather).

Mark your calendar: Holiday Candy Giveaway on Wednesday, October 31, and building association meeting on Thursday, November 1, at 7:30 p.m.

—Josie Ferguson

African American Association

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Dinners and Desserts On Election Day, Nov. 6, the NCNW, along with the African-American Association, will be selling dinners and desserts at the Bartow Center. Our next General Meeting will be held on Monday, November 19. Tickets will be available for our spectacular event on December 1st. Come learn all about it. We will convene in room #15 in Dreiser Center at 7 p.m. All are welcome to attend at 7 p.m. There will be announcements and important information available. Culture, economics, health and education will continue to be our focus in 2018/19. Portions of our meetings may be recorded in order to archive some events. Our new number for the African-American Association is 929-430-3255.

It is time for membership dues. It is important that you remember that membership dues are how we are able to run programs that inspire health, education and culture. Support Your African-American Association.

For more information, email us at aaaccpower@gmail.com.

The association sponsors the following ongoing programs and encourages your participation.

Acting Classes – Children’s and Adult Classes are available. Contact: Meca Talent. For more information, call us at: 646-373-4122.

Belly Dance Classes – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room #2. For a nominal fee, you will have fun and stay in shape. For more information, call Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes – Dance to Soul, Latin, and Gospel music on Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2. Also 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in Einstein, Section #5. Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

Institute for Youth/Adult Study Group – Meets every 2nd and 4th Monday, Dreiser Center, room #15, 7 p.m. Contact Heru Maat, herumaat@msn.com.

Karaoke – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. 15. Call Keith, 917-5616211.

Salsa Class – Saturdays, 10 a.m., Dreiser Loop Auditorium A. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Specialized Workshops /Programs – Life Group workshops (Understanding My Money/My Relationships My Politics/My Culture. For more information, contact Kevin at 646-721-8185.

Yoga And Zumba – Classes on Saturday start at 10:00 a.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2.

General Membership Meeting – The next meeting will be Monday, November 19. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please read our weekly column for updates. Also, if you wish to join or update your membership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc/email us at: aaaccpower@gmail.com.

—Kevin Lambright

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Donizetti Building Four Association

Today from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. is our Annual Halloween party which is open to all who live in either Buildings 4A, 4B, or 4C. The party will be in our association room located in the rear lobby of 120 Donizetti, aka Bldg. 4B. There will be hotdogs, beverages, goodie bags, raffles & prizes and a feature movie. The feature movie being shown will be “MONSTER HOUSE.” The movie is about three teens who discover that their neighbor’s house is really a living, breathing, scary monster, but nobody believes them. Now with Halloween approaching, the trio must find a way to destroy the structure before innocent trick-or-treaters meet ghastly ends. The film features human characters animated using live action motion capture animation. “MONSTER HOUSE” is rated PG and running time is 91 minutes. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.

On another note, all those who went on our Splish Splash fundraiser trip, please contact me at 212-942-8645. If you get my voicemail, please leave your name and a number where you may be reached.

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

Coalition Of African American Churches & Community Organizations

The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc.’s next general membership meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 13, at 12 p.m. in the Dreiser Community Center, room 15. We are requesting all members to please attend. Please watch this column for further information.

It is important that two (2) representatives are sent from each organization to attend all Coalition meetings. We will be hosting our annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, at 3 p.m. in room 31, 2049 Bartow Community Center. The event will be featuring keynote speaker NYS Senator Jamaal T. Bailey. There will be entertainment, Kuumba Dancers & Drummers, Kwanzaa ceremony, the Karamu Feast and vendors. Refreshments will be served. Everyone is invited to this free event.

Kwanzaa is the seven-day (December 26—January 1) African Celebration of Family, Community and Culture as personified in African “First Fruits” or harvest celebrations. Kwanzaa incorporates the spirit, value and practice of ingathering, reverence, commemoration, recommitment and celebration and evolves around seven principles, one for each day of Kwanzaa, called Nguzo Saba.

The seven Principles of Kwanzaa are Umoja (Unity), Kujichagulia (Self-determination), Ujima (Collective work and responsibility), Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), Nia (Purpose), Kuumba (Creativity), and Imani (Faith).

The Coalition members attending the Kwanzaa Celebration are requested to bring an offering of a large main dish of food or desserts, etc. (no pork, please) to share with others. Please contact the president to advise her what your food offering will be. Also, traditional African attire should be worn, although it is not mandatory. Your attendance and participation are required to make this family, cultural festivity a success.

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

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

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

Churches and organizations that desire to join the Coalition may apply for membership by calling (718) 671-4506 or (718) 671-9610 for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your church/organization’s letterhead and signed by the minister/president.

Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues.

Remember the Coalition’s motto is, “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.”

—Harman T. Leacock

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Building 27 Association

Greetings, neighbors. Fall is here, be careful of the warm days, dress accordingly.

Shareholders boarded two buses downtown to City Hall to the public hearing for the animal shelter scheduled at 2 p.m. on October 9. We were blessed to make it back to the MTA Bronx Bus Fast Forward Workshop from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Bartow Center, room 31.

The workshop was quite engaging. The surveys were conducted at a roundtable discussion, which gave the cooperators the opportunity to express their experiences.

The surveys: For example, MTA presented a chart of what we as traveling cooperators preferred, more bus stops with longer wait, or bus stops with a longer walk and more frequent pick-ups.

We were given several surveys and we made our choices, which were recorded by the MTA representatives. We also requested the BX26 bus hours be extended to 12 midnight to accommodate the Lehman College students who reside in Co-op City. We requested the Bx26, 28, and 30 to travel all sections before going out on their routes.

We would like another Bx28 and 26 to travel express out of Bartow Avenue, so the surveys were positive, giving the cooperators the opportunities for their feedback as to what could work in the best interest of their traveling from point to point of their destination home and back. All in all, it was a good workshop, and now we have to wait for survey comparisons and results.

General Election – November 6. Have you checked with the Board of Elections, 718-299-9017, to make sure you are registered, particularly if you have not voted in a year, and if your name was not in the voter’s registration book in September?

Happy Birthday to all celebrating during this month. The best of health to all. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 to share news of an illness or if a neighbor has deceased.

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

—H. Overman

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Reminder! The Retirees’ membership meeting will be the first Wednesday, Nov. 7, in the Dreiser Community Center, room 9, at 1:30 p.m.

Hold the Date: The Retirees’ Holiday Party on Thursday, December 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at Marina Del Rey. Price: $85.00, which includes transportation plus free admission to the Spring Bash in April 2019. Contacts are Daisy Y-Anderson/Beverly Waller, who can be reached at 718-379-0377, or see them in retirees’ room 19, Dreiser Loop Community Center, after 2:00 p.m. on Mondays and Thursdays.

Travel Events: (price includes Lorant coach bus, located on Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • Jan. 10 & 11, 2019 (Thurs & Fri) Foxwood & Mohegan Sun. Ct. Price: Double: $130/Single: $175. Deposit: Double: $65.00/Single: $90.00. Balance due: Mon. Dec. 3. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718 320-0500.

• Mar. 21, 2019 (Thurs) Sands Casino Report. PA. Price: $40.00. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347 564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500 • Apr. 9, 2019 (Tues) Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Theatre. Price: $85.00.

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

Theatre Committee: (price includes Van transport, from Dreiser Loop across from Rehab Center) • Nov. 16 (Fri) “Christmas Spectacular” at the Radio City Music Hall. Showtime: 2:00 p.m. Price: $78.00. Deposit $35.00 ASAP/Balance $43.00 due Thurs-

day, Oct. 11. Contact: Eleanor Barlow 718-324-7847.

Remember: Your deposit (and final payment) in the form of a check/money order payable to Retirees of Dreiser Loop, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat.

No cash accepted. Committee members will be available in Dreiser clubroom, 19, on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:00-5:00 p.m. Please call (718379-0377).

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

Join us on our next Wednesday, October 24, jazz up your health with a senior spa day. Call Claudette D, at 718-379-4784 or Hattie L, at 718-671-8449 if interested in joining us.

Attention! The Retirees need experienced part-time freelance drivers with a CDL license with passenger endorsement with at least three years’ experience and a clean driving record. This volunteer position requires transporting members and friends safely to and from special events within the Bronx as well as to outer boroughs. Stipend can be expected for each trip. Please call C. Davis at 718-379-4784 and leave your name, telephone number and a brief message.

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

The Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle, 100 Co-op City, building 22A, Bronx, N.Y., 10475 invites everyone to worship service on the following days: Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship service begins at 11:45 a.m. Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Regular prayer meeting and Bible Study will also be held at 7:30 p.m. Youth service will be held every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.

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

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

For as much as ye know that ye were not redeemed with corruptible things, as silver and gold, from your vain conversation received by tradition from your fathers; But with the precious blood of Christ, as of a lamb without blemish and without spot; Who verily was foreordained before the foundation of the world, but was manifest in these last times for you, Who by him do believe in God that raised him up from the dead, and gave him glory; that your faith and hope might be in God. Seeing ye have purified your souls in obeying the truth through the spirit unto unfeigned love of the brethren, see that ye love one another with a pure heart fervently. (1Peter 1: 3-5, 18-22) A new commandment I give unto you that ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have loved one to another. (John 13:34-35) In St. John, chapter 13, Jesus speaks of love while experiencing betrayal which would lead him to the cross, where he suffers pain and insult from the ones he loved the most. Abandonment from his close disciples while his enemies closing in on him yet he was teaching them love and forgiveness.

One great example is 1John 3:16 Hereby perceive we the love of God because he laid down His life for us: and we ought to lay down our lives for the brethren.

Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God. (I John 3:1) God loves us with an everlasting love; therefore, we should love one another.

For further information, call (718) 324-0334.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Our building association is sending thanks to Margaret Echevarria for her informative talk to our association including answering all our questions. The association thanks all those who gave their dues, and contributed to the collection of the association’s Halloween candy fund.

On Monday, October 29, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., we will need help to put our candy in bags. We will meet in the association room. Our Halloween party is on Oct. 31st from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the association room that’s in the lobby of Building 30B. Volunteers are needed.

—Linda Werner

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Building 30 A and B Association

No Standing/Parking In Dumpster Pads

Shareholders are reminded that there is no standing or parking in the dumpster pads.

These areas are strictly for the use of Riverbay Corporation vehicles. All unauthorized vehicles will be towed at vehicle owners’ expense.

Thank you for your cooperation.

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Greetings, Building 9 family.

Thank you everyone for supporting the various Breast Cancer Awareness events.

Tonight, is the Oral History portion of our Senior Engagement Project. We have received a great response in support of our project. We look forward to seeing you all this evening. We advertised at meetings, in lobbies, on lobby bulletin boards, in newspaper articles, in person, etc. We were fortunate to receive this Neighborhood Grant from Citizens Committee for New York for our project. I trust you will benefit from the opportunity to come out, loin your neighbors and participate in the project. Tonight, Saturday, October 27th at 6:30 p.m. Remember, 3 to 5 minutes per person to share a memory or a favorite story or experience. We will have ‘Show and Tell’ our second event next week, Saturday, November 3, at 6:30 p.m. Please join us for part two in this six-part series. As always, we will be joined and assisted by our building association youth, as well as our broad spectrum of volunteers. See you there.

Building 9’s Halloween Decorating Committee.

CU4ML held its general membership meeting on Saturday, October 20. We celebrated 10 years of the organization’s advocacy to preserve and protect affordable housing in New York City. Their core mission is to educate Mitchell-Lama Co-op shareholders (and rentals) on the benefits of affordable housing, as well as the pitfalls of privatization.

CB10 meeting on Thursday, October 18, at Einstein Center.

Council Member Andy King is scheduled to host a forum on Monday, October 22nd. The status of the animal shelter is expected to be the main topic of discussion.

Cooperators United is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, October 23. The possible development of Bay Towers lot on Co-op City Boulevard is expected to be on the agenda.

Our October general membership meeting is scheduled for Thursday, October 25, at 7 p.m. Please join us.

We are receiving many complaints about loiterers and trespassers in our stairwells smoking, drinking, urinating, sleeping. Please be mindful of your surroundings. Do not give access to your home to strangers. Do not open or ‘hold’ the door for those without access keys. The locked front door is a security measure. Treat it as such.

November 6th is Election Day. Please educate yourselves about the issues and the candidates, then vote. Your future depends on your vote.

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

Building 2 Association

Greetings, neighbors!

Our first general membership meeting, following our summer hiatus, was held on Wednesday, October 10. We wish to thank those who came out and attended this meeting.

Next General Membership Meeting – Our next general building association meeting is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, November 13, at 7:00 p.m. in the association room behind Building 2B. The guest speaker at this meeting will be Warren Mitchell, Riverbay assistant general manager. Please come out and attend this meeting and bring your questions and concerns regarding the garages.

New neighbors, please come out and introduce yourselves and meet your neighbors. Light refreshments will be served. Please save the date and plan to attend.

Holiday Collections – We will begin the holiday collections for our porters, maintenance and lobby attendants in Building 2A & 2B lobbies the week after Thanksgiving. We will post the dates and times that volunteers will be available in the lobbies to collect your contributions.

Go Vote – The general election will be held on November 6. If you are a registered voter, please be sure to exercise your constitutional right and get out and vote. The polling site for this election, for Building 2A & 2B, is Council Towers located at 777 Co-op City Boulevard.

We extend a hearty welcome to our new neighbors, cheers to those celebrating a birthday or other celebratory event in October and, we offer our sincere condolences to those who have suffered a loss.

—Georgianna Rodriguez

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Your vote does count, Election Day is November 6! The deadline to register has passed, but questions can be answered by the “League of Women’s Voters.” Congratulations to all the participants for the “Walks for the Cure for Breast Cancer.” Everyone, get your check ups and mammograms, men and women.

Cancer does not discriminate.

Hold your garbage for the corner. It isn’t that far. This week, I ended up picking up two cartons and a pizza box. Stop! Take pride in your neighborhood.

There are litter bins on the corners and in the basketball court. A few weekends ago, old chairs were smashed up on our compactor pad. Kids came by and whacked them on the sidewalk creating a huge mess.

Congratulations to Michelle Marbury, chairperson of Building 21, on her published letter in last week’s Co-op City Times. Its contents are in total agreement with our position. Like Ms. Marbury, we very proud of Vice President Vivian Burrus.We are saying, look at the former golf range as a location. It is bigger, less congested and has much more of an open space for this kind of facility.

Bartow Avenue is never not congested. Accessibility shouldn’t be confused with congestion.

Join us November 7th for our next meeting. Our guests will be CSO Manager Ms. Vanessa Aldea and Mr. Dickson. Bring your questions and issues and meet Broun Place neighbors. Please submit your questions in advance, so we can forward to our guests. Recent issues raised with Public Safety were illegal use of the private path from Broun Place down to Asch Loop/Adler Place, double parking, lawful oversight of Garage 6, occasional groups of teens menacing property through Broun Place, destruction of private property, dogs, and renewal of foot patrols during busy hours. Our annual association dues of $12 can be paid at a meeting or any time by submitting to an executive board member. Fellow associations, contact us to plan a co-sponsored trip. You can write: evalazaar2@gmail.com. Don’t miss New York local apple and pumpkin picking and checkout the Bronx Zoo and the NYBG for special fall events.

Broun Place townhouse association announces that thanks to our state assemblyman, Michael Benedetto, a “work order” has been confirmed for the creation of the long-awaited official NYS street signage identifying Broun Place and Bellamy Loop corners. It will be a great accomplishment and confirmation for Broun Place and Bellamy Loop.

Thank you to Building and Grounds for continuing overseeing “pond Broun Place.” The Grounds department is committed to keeping the area clear of water in the cul-de-sac. Get your flu shot locally and please understand it is not the reason you are sick.

Pioneers of Co-op City, call: 347-913-4226, and be part of the 50th anniversary celebration, the golden anniversary. Tell your story, offer memorabilia for the time capsule, or documentation representing history and become involved with this celebration.

—Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Building 25 Association

Happy Halloween to all our little cute princesses, princes, ghouls, goblins, etc.

Let’s explore the history of Halloween in the United States: According to Regina Hansen, in 500 BC American colonists are responsible for initially bringing Halloween to the United States; most of the colonists were immigrants primarily from Scotland and Ireland. They traditionally celebrated Samhain, a festival of the ancient Celts, held to celebrate the beginning of winter, then the Celts religion was replaced by Christianity, but many of the old customs remained. As Halloween celebrations began to change, it became a time for private parties thrown to celebrate the harvest. People would dress in costumes and tell scary stories.

You might think that trick or treat migrated along with Europeans to the United States, but trick or treating didn’t emerge until the 1920s. Children and sometimes poor adults would dress up in costumes and go door-to-door begging for food or money in exchange for songs and prayers, often said on behalf of the dead. Halloween paused for a bit during World War II because of sugar rations, and now it is back in full force.

Our next meeting will be scheduled for November 20, at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association. Friendly reminder, our building annual dues are $5.00 per family. We would like to thank the residents who have paid their annual dues. Dues are collected at our monthly meetings by Carol Eilets, treasurer, or Celeste Stukes, asst. treasurer.

I will close with the following scary quote: “When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween.” (AllGreatQuotes) —Wanda Bailey

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

Building 10 Association

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Greetings, fellow cooperators. The following events are scheduled for the The General Election will be held on Tuesday, November 6. Poll sites will be Building 10 Association. open from 6:00 a.m. till 9:00 p.m. Please plan your day so that you can be sure New Cooperators – Welcome all new cooperators. We look forward to seeto “Vote.” ing you at the next general membership meeting.

All registered voters should have received the “Voter Guide” in the mail from Halloween Candy Giveaway – The Halloween candy giveaway will be held the Board of Election. The front of the guide tells you on the bottom right where on Wednesday, October 31, from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. in the Building 10 Association your Poll Site is located. If you don’t know or you did not get a guide, please feel room. free to call the Bronx Board of Elections at (718) 299-9017 for assistance. AddiElection Day – Election Day is Tuesday, November 6. Make a difference, tionally, you can call the voter hotline at 866-VOTE-NYC. vote. Polls open at 6 a.m.

We are asking everyone to encourage their friends and family to vote. Mr. Trump is using all kinds of scare tactics as he speaks to his audiences. He’s using Mental Health Training – The training session has been postponed. phrases like: middle-eastern terrorists among the caravans of illegals marching New Travel Group – On May 4, 2019, you are hereby invited to join us on towards our borders, rioters, caravans of criminals, MS-13 sympathizers, and the Royal Caribbean Cruise Ship, Anthem of the Seas. We will be cruising to the beautiful islands of Bermuda. The cost per person for a double occupancy inside “blame the Democrats,” all aimed at getting out the Republican vote.

The president’s new word for the week has him proclaiming to be a “Nationcabin is $948.92. The cost per person for a double occupancy ocean view cabin alist.” is $1068.92. A deposit of $250.00 is due ASAP. For more information, please Most Democrats agree that the Republican Party has heightened its stand call 718-320-2366. against women and women’s rights. In the opinion of most Democrats, the PresCar Break-In Prevention Tips – To prevent car break-ins, never leave anyident has embolden neo-Nazism with his new nationalistic stance. We need to thing visible inside your vehicle. Cooperators are urged to report all unusual or get out the Democratic votes by “mouth,” phone and talking to people in the suspicious activity to Public Safety (718-671-3050) and the NYPD (9-1-1) street. However, if you value self-respect, hearing the truth from the President, immediately. family values, not taking children from their parent(s), not getting “chummy” Building 10 Mission Statement – The overall goal of the Building 10 Assowith our enemies, and when an American reporter is killed, and the President ciation is to continually seek improvements in the quality of life for Building 10 does nothing, but listen to all sorts of excuses –we have a real problem. Vote cooperators and their families. The mission of the Building 10 Association is to Democrats. You vote by coloring in the ovals, vote Democrats. Do not complain, be advocates for the Riverbay Corporation and for Building 10 cooperators and do not let us go backwards. VOTE Democrats and allow us to move forward families. We will seek opportunities to source information that will be useful to its members and plan for activities that will enhance the life and well-being of all. again.

Vote to flip both Houses. Vote the Democratic column all the way down for Have a great week. your State and Federal representatives. Don’t forget to turn your ballot over. On —Jewel Crawford-Duncan the back side, there are (3) proposals. You vote by coloring in the ovals there as well for the proposals – this is your voice, let it be heard. What are your thoughts on proposal 1 – Campaign Finance; 2 – Civic Engagement Commission; and 3 – Community Boards. Read the proposals in the Voter Guide.

The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club will hold its regular monthly meetThe last day to postmark your absentee ballot applications is October 30th. ing on Thursday, November 18, in the Bartow Center, room 28, at 6:30 p.m. It is The last day to apply IN PERSON for an absentee ballot is November 5th. imperative that all members attend this very important meeting as we will be disElection Day is November 6, 2018. Do Not Forget, Vote Democrats. cussing items pertaining to our plans for the upcoming year. Please attend.

—Shirley Saunders Tuesday, November 06, is general Election Day. All members of the community are encouraged to exercise your constitutional privilege to cast your ballot at your designated poll site. Please vote. Every vote counts. This is a very important election which will decide the fate of the underprivileged, and middle class “Don’t take Co-op City for granted” ship meets every Friday, 7:00-8:00 in people in this country.

Hot and cold running water. Centhe gathering room in the rear lobby The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Club supports the following candidates for tral air, central heat, and 330 acres of of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop). election at the general election: Andrew Cuomo for Governor, Kathy Hochul for land with plenty green spaces.

Plans Come have some fun. Be involved.

Lt. Governor, Letitia James for Attorney General, Thomas DiNapoli for Compfor state-of-the-art renovations in Make a difference. troller, Michael Benedetto for the State Assembly, Jamaal Bailey for the State Dreiser Loop. Good schools, clubs Floor Captains will make COSenate, Kirsten Gillebrand for the US Senate, Eliot Engel for Congress (House of and organizations, representing OP City Work Better Representatives); Civil Court Judges: Naita Semaj and Connie Morales and every nationality in the neighborAll we ask of anyone kind enough Judges for the Supreme Court: Robert Torres, Mary Ann Brigantti, Elizabeth Tayhood. Shopping centers and malls to be a floor captain is as follows: lor, LLinet Rosado, Julia Rodriquez, Benjamin Barbato, Eddie McShan; and close by – do you take all this splen1. Contact numbers (for your floor Marshall Michael and Marisa Soto, Civil Court Judge. We feel that these candidor for granted? only) dates will provide the type of leadership and concerns that will ultimately help to Community Board 10 met last List all emergency contact numweek. Do you want your opinion bers and distribute to each neighbor maintain the current norms and advance us to a more equal Society. taken seriously regarding the animal 2. Co-op City Times —George T. Clarke shelter? If you or you know others Place them at each apartment door who need a reminder to attend their (delivered on Saturdays) association meeting and other impor3. Elevator notices tant gatherings, and you are not Read them and talk to your neighMany thanks to Ms. Mary Pearson, secretary of the Riverbay Board, who was attending either, it is not too late to bors about them our special guest at our October 18th meeting. Most of the questions asked by change, to step it up. If everyone did 4. Promote: our fellow cooperators involved dogs. one small thing that they could hanMeetings, clubs and gatherings Ms. Pearson explained what could and could not be done, and mentioned that dle, make a phone call, or help wher5. Encourage the new chief of Public Safety has some ideas. Time will tell. ever you can, wow, what a change Your neighbors to: Vote in the The issue of the dog shelter on Bartow was also explained in detail. Ms. Pearthat would make in our community. Riverbay election Step up to the plate and be the Make calls to the Riverbay son has attended all meetings and explained the steps that will be taken as this change you would like to see in your offices: issue is voted on. The meeting was well attended and there were many comcommunity while you can, and Security: 718-671-3050 ments. encourage your neighbors to do the CSO offices: 718-320-3300 Building 32 had a team of creative folk decorate their lobby this same.

Don’t take Co-op City for Our next 21 Association gatherweekend. Many thanks to Candi, Doreatha, Dave, Gail, Jackie and Robert. granted. ing will be Thursday, November 16.

Kudos to all of you.

Think Tank at Building 21 is in If you have questions regarding The The Halloween candy goodie bags will be given out on Wednesday, October session every Friday at 8:00 p.m. in 21 Association, email, 21associa31, from 4 p.m. to whenever the bags run out. the gathering room in the rear of the tion@gmail.com. Call 347-504-1821.

We seem to have an influx of roaches in our buildings. You need to call our ‘B’ section. It is where you will hear Attend the monthly meetings, held Cooperator Services Office or stop in to inform them you want the exterminator. “the rest of the story” and where your every 4th Thursday in The Gathering —Lorna Smith story and your dreams matter. Come Room in the rear of the B-section at 7 and bring a friend with you. p.m. All monies collected (i.e., The Section 4 Partnership of annual dues etc.) are installed in the Co-op City is planning our 2nd association’s bank account. Plan to Christmas “Surprise” Extravaattend. Each one of us, multiplied by Emergency: 718-651-3050 Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 ganza and activities for the remainall of us, equals a force for good. der of 2018. The date is Friday, See you around the neighborhood! www.ccpd.us @CCPDnyc December 14. The Section 4 Partner—Michelle Marbury

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Committee Report

Riverbay Residential Sales Committee Report

Francine R. Jones, chairperson Kevin Lambright, co-chair Meeting date: September 20, 2018

Attendance: Francine R. Jones, chairperson; Sheena McNeill, Residential Sales director.

11 members and two Board members were present.

1. Meet & Greet All Members – Everyone introduced themselves, informed us of their interest in the committee and enjoyed refreshments.

2. Review of last Sales Committee meeting (5/17/18) The chair gave an overview of the last meeting and what the committee worked on last year, which was to make the issue of voting a part of the orientation presentation and New Cooperator Orientation Pamphlet.

3. Mission Statement – The committee discussed and decided on a Mission Statement, which includes the goal of identifying and eliminating sublets.

4. Residential Sales Update – Sheena McNeill, director The sales director reported the following as of August 2018: A. Move-Ins totaled: 18 B. Move-Outs totaled: 39 C. Transfers totaled: 2 D. Applicants on waiting list totaled: 5,852 E. Applicants on Transfer waiting list totaled: 127 F. Available Units totaled: 143 G. Vacant Units totaled: 236 The sales director also advised that when the Sales department accepts an Apartment Application, it must go to HCR for approval. The turnaround time has improved. Riverbay is working with Sterling Bank and it is going well.

5. Other (a) The committee intends to follow-up on the proposal to engage a vendor to create a video presentation for the New Cooperator Orientation, which would provide new cooperators with standardized information. Some members felt that this could be done by Management and staff. However, it was stated that that had been attempted and was found to be unsatisfactory. Also, we discussed that the new cooperators be given a flash drive of the New Cooperator Orientation, so that they may view it again. (b) There was discussion about moving items and furniture into and out of the buildings with disregard to the official moving hours of 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; Sat. until 3:00 p.m. Cooperators are required to make an appointment so that the elevator may be padded and the hours reserved. The CCPD and lobby attendants should be vigilant and report cooperators that violate the rules. Violators will be issued a community complaint, which comes with a fine. Some buildings have monitors that could reveal illegal moving. These recordings should be made available to examine when necessary. (c) The “RENT” sign still exists in the Dreiser Center. It should be removed and replaced with, “Maintenance” or “Carrying Charge” or “Monthly Payment.”

Also, the word “TENANT” should be removed from all work order forms. In addition, in Building 1B, the sign on the association room says: “Tenants Association.” It should be changed.

Recommendation: The committee recommends that the Board direct Management to remove the word “Rent” from the Dreiser Center sign.

Recommendation: The committee recommends that the Board direct Management to remove the word “Tenant” from the Riverbay Corporation work order forms.

Recommendation: The committee recommends that the Board direct Management to confer with the Building #1 president to change the sign on the Building Association room to eliminate the word “Tenants.” The words “Shareholders” or “Cooperators” should be considered.

6. Items for next agenda. (a) Succession Rights; (b) Whistleblower Program.

7. Announcements. (a) Sept. 22, 2018 – NAACP Community Service Awards, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Einstein Center, rm. 45. (b) Oct. 6, 2018 – College Fair at College of New Rochelle, Co-op City Blvd., 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (c) Oct. 9, 2018, 2 p.m. at City Hall – Challenge to City Planning Commission’s decision to build an Animal Shelter on Bartow Ave. It will then go to the Mayor’s Office. (d) Oct. 9, 2018 – Meeting with MTA re: improving bus routes, 6-8PM, Bartow Ctr. Rm. 31. (e) Oct. 14, 2018 – Disabilities Expo with 7th Day Adventist Church, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Einstein Center, room 45, 35, etc.

Respectfully submitted, —Francine R. Jones

Co-op City Working Families

Behind the Scenes with…

Political news anchor Ray Raimundi, our first speaker of the season, was scheduled to discuss his career and offer some tips on “breaking into the biz” at our Working Families meeting of Tuesday, October 23. Young people with journalistic and media aspirations were especially encouraged to attend to have the rare opportunity of meeting a media professional up close and personal. Next month we’ll offer another Behind the Scenes with… event. Martha Ayon, Jumaane Williams’ campaign manager, and the first woman of color to run a statewide campaign, is our next invitee, but as of this writing, still not yet confirmed for November 27. Check this space.

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

As a civic action group, Co-op City Indivisible (an aspiring Co-op City certified community organization) promotes progressive causes. As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members, we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community; and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. Next Meeting Working Families meetings (except for December) are held on the fourth Tuesday of each month. We want your presence and your ideas more than we want your dues. Remember, you don’t have to have a job or a family to join us, you can be single and retired and still join Working Families/Indivisible Co-op City. All progressives are welcome. Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 27, in Section 5, in Einstein Center, room 35 at 7:00 p.m. All progressives are welcome.

—Mary Pearson

Co-op City is Celebrating its 50th Anniversary!

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

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

CO-OP CITY FOOT CARE CENTER SECTION 5 • BUILDING 29C

4240 HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY EAST

(718) 671-2233 DR. LOUIS JACOBS, DIRECTOR ALL FOOT CONDITIONS TREATED

The in-office surgical correction of BUNIONS • HAMMERTOES • INGROWN TOENAILS PAINFUL CORNS and CALLOUSES

The treatment of traumatic foot injuries, heel spurs, bursitis and arthritis of the joints of the feet, toenail and skin infections, as well as other conditions.

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted.

HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted.

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

Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

Co-op City Times / October 27, 2018

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

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

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

We look forward to welcoming you to church tomorrow, Sunday, October 28, at 9.00 a.m. when we will celebrate the Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost.

Our Supply Priest is Father Simeon O. Johnson who will be the preacher and celebrant.

All Saints/All Souls’ Day will be celebrated on Sunday, November 4. Please join us in celebrating the memory of all the Saints of our church and community.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Outreach Program: Our church supports the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. This program is in desperate need of food. At St. Joseph’s, we collect non-perishable food items on an ongoing basis. Please remember to donate For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org for more information relating to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church, Co-op City, Bronx, New York.

“The Lord has done great things for us, *and we are glad indeed.” (Psalm 126:4) —Pearline Lawrence

Safety News Alert Be Fire Smart: Tips for High-Rise Apartment Dwellers

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Fire safety should be as much a part of high-rise apartment living as a panoramic view, elevators or doormen. Some apartments have smoke alarms and others have security systems, but these devices alone do not provide complete fire safety. High-rise apartment residents should develop and practice a fire escape plan.

Fire drills should be held so that each member of the family knows the location of all exit stairwells and how to get to them as quickly as possible. Special provisions should be made for the elderly and the very young by assigning another member of the family to help them escape safely.

Here are some additional fire safety tips for high-rise apartment dwellers: If a fire occurs, do not panic. Staying calm will increase chances of survival.

Remember that smoke rises. It also kills.

Even if you can tolerate the smoke while standing, it is safer to crawl to the door.

Do not open the door until you have checked to be sure there isn’t fire on the other side. Feel the door knob. If it is hot, the fire may be just outside your door.

Brace your shoulder or foot against the door and open with extreme caution. Should you be confronted with a high concentration of super-heated air or smoke, close the door immediately.

If the hall is passable, use one of your pre-designated escape routes.

Do not waste time gathering personal belongings, but shut the door and take your key.

Do not use the elevator. It may stall due to heat or loss of power.

If you must use an inside stairwell, check for smoke before entering the stairwell.

If the stairwell is safe to enter, WALK downward, do not run. Hold onto wall or handrail to prevent falling.

If your escape route is blocked, it may be safer to return to your apartment.

If you must return to your apartment or remain in your apartment because escape routes are blocked, open a window slightly to let smoke escape. Do not break the window because you may need to close it if there is smoke on the outside.

Do not jump. You may not survive the fall.

If you must remain in the apartment, close all vents and air ducts. Wet towels and sheets and stuff them around the doors.

The best thing an alert apartment dweller can do is to practice safety at all times: never block windows or doors with heavy furniture; eliminate potential fire hazards by not allowing trash to accumulate in the apartment or around the building; keep kitchen air ducts free of grease; don’t store flammable materials in the apartment.

GO to your outside meeting place and stay there. Call the Fire department. If someone is trapped in the building, notify the fire department. If you can’t get out of your apartment because of fire, smoke or a disability, STUFF wet towels or sheets around the door and vents to keep smoke out.

CALL the Fire department and tell them where you are. OPEN a window slightly and wave a bright cloth to signal your location. Be prepared to close the window if it makes the smoke condition worse.

Fire department evacuation of a high-rise building can take a long time.

Communicate with the Fire department to monitor evacuation status.

Safety News Alert # OCT 15, 2018

Section 5 Association

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

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

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

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

—H. Overman

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Community Protestant Church

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

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

Worship Service – 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Sunday School Is Now In Session Every Sunday At 9:00 a.m.

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

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

Other scheduled events: On Wednesdays at noon, you are cordially invited to noon-day prayer at CPC, an hour of power, prayer, praise and testimony. Refreshments will be served.

RSVP: (718) 862-9172.

Tomorrow, Sunday, October 28, we pay homage to two of the great ministries of our Church.

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

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

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

Guest Preacher: Rev. Hugh Farrish, pastor, Bowen Memorial Baptist Church, Mt. Vernon, NY. Closing Service – Sunday, November 11, 3:30 p.m. - Guest Preacher: Rev. Dr. Carl Bruce, pastor, Mt. Carmel Church, Yonkers, NY. All are welcome!

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

CSO Contact Numbers

Cooperators who live in Buildings 1-14, may contact CSO 1 in Dreiser, Room 6, at (718) 3203300, and follow the prompts.

CSO 2 covers Buildings 15-25 and is located in the Bartow Comm-unity Center, Room B. The office may be contacted by calling (718) 320-3300, and follow the prompts.

CSO 3 covers Buildings 26-35 and is located in Room 37 in the Einstein Center.

The office can be reached by calling (718) 320-3300 and follow the prompts.

Greater Love Refuge Ministries

“And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.” Romans 12:2Word for the Week: Even though you encounter unexpected situations, you must take things in stride and not allow that which is temporary to interrupt the flow of the eternal Spirit. The stress of this time will pass and you will be stronger and wiser than you were before. Every day is an opportunity to see God at work in your life. You are truly being transformed, but transformation is sometimes painful. The Greater Love family invite you, friends and family to worship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m. Morning Prayer begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by Sunday Bible Study for children and adults from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We are conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y. 10475; main entrance - red button. Parking vouchers are available at the church. The church phone is 347-920-5607.

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

Bible Institute: Training for Service, A Survey of the Bible: There is still room for you at our 18-month weekly Bible course each Tuesday from 7:30 p.m. -9:00 p.m. The course is open to all adults (Age 16+) and registration is open for one more week. Simply call the church to request information.

MOSAIC Women’s Fellowship: New Date: Saturday, November 3, from noon to 3:00 p.m. Come, let us

reason together and study the Word of God to understand what he desires of us. The theme is “The Martha Syndrome & the Mary Solution.” All are welcome.

Two Fish & Five Loaves Food Pantry Ministry: Will prepare Thanksgiving bags for families in need.

We seek donations of holiday food items. Needed items: canned or frozen goods; collard greens, cranberry sauce, black eye peas, yams, corn, spinach, lima beans, and small turkeys, chickens/cornish hens. Please bring donations to the church during our weekly schedule or leave a message for Sis. Dina Keller or Sis. Shanna Chapman, at 347-920-5607.

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

Sunday Morning Bible Study (Adult): 10:00 a.m.

Children’s Sunday School: 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Continental Breakfast: 11:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: 11:30 a.m.

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

Holy Communion – First Sunday Salvation Teaching (Combined Class): First Sunday, 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m.

Adult Bible Study/Discipleship Class: Thursday evening: 7:30 p.m., bi-weekly Mid-Week Prayer Line – Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.

Evening Prayer Line: Thursday, 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

(Dial 712.770.4010 – Access code: 527976) Food Pantry: 3rd Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

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

—Pastor Carol Landrum

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• Pre-need counseling

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Faith in God Church & Bible Institute

Pastor and Evangelist Vernon Little greets everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is his house by ownership, it is our house by stewardship, and it can be your house by membership. So come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house!

Prayer acknowledges that we are weak and totally dependent on God. We may not fully understand the circumstances of our life, but we can rest in the knowledge that God is in control. He gives us his peace. Let’s look at scripture to support this. 1st Peter 5:6-10 says: 6 Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time.

7 Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour.

9 Whom resist stedfast in the faith, knowing that the same afflictions are accomplished in your brethren that are in the world.

10 But the God of all grace, who hath called us unto his eternal glory by Christ Jesus, after that ye have suffered a while, make you perfect, stablish, strengthen, settle you.

Invitation: Sweet Hour of Prayer is today at 3 p.m. Sunday school is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion.

Vernon Little just released a new EP titled ‘Double Minded’ on iTunes, Amazon, Spotify, etc. It’s a fusion of Gospel, R&B, and Rap. He also has videos on YouTube. You will be blessed, encouraged, and inspired.

We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in section 1. Our phone # is (347) 276-4925. Jesus loves you, and so do we!

—Evangelist Vernon Little

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Circle of Christ

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 that is aimed at teaching the transforming word of God, Circle of Christ Church invites you to fellowship 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 love people into a life changing-liberating relationship with God. We are located at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level (located in the Dreiser Community Center).

Our Sunday services are in Spanish at 9:30 a.m. and English at 11 a.m. We have an anointed worship team and Dance Ministry that minister regularly. The English service has Bible-centered children’s church and a nursery program where children are ministered to from the cradle to 12 years of age. The Youth Ministry, “Operation Grace,” meets on Fridays at 7:00 p.m. We have ministries for all ages. Follow us on Facebook and our website circleofchristchurch.org.

Circle of Christ Church responds to Isaiah 68:10, it says: “feed the hungry, and help those in trouble. Then your light will shine out from the darkness, and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon.” We have a food pantry that serves the community and we also offer individual and family counseling for those in need (every other Wednesday).

Our phone number is 347-945-1992, feel free to leave a message. A church leader will be in touch with you. We look forward to seeing you.

English Services Tuesday Prayer, 9:00-11:00 a.m.

Thursday Prayer and Bible Study, 9:30-11:00 a.m.

Wednesday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Prayer/Bible Study Friday, Operation Grace Youth Service, 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Service, 11:00 a.m.

Servicios en Español Domingo: Culto de Adoración de 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Jueves: Oración y Estudio Bíblico - 12:00 p.m.

—Pastor Sam Colon

Co-op City Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service.

Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

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

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

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

The Building Fund Ministry will be having a Bake Sale and Flea Market on Saturday, November 3. The event will be held at 135 Einstein Loop, room 51 (lower level) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. You’re invited to stop by for home-made cakes and pies while browsing the Flea Market for bargain.

Fall Revival will be held on Wednesday, November 13, through Friday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m. each evening. Plan to come out to be revived.

The Scholarship Ministry invites you to mark the date to join them on their

upcoming cruise to the Greek Isles and Italy on August 9, 2019. The cost for Inside Cabin/double occupancy is $3595.00. The cost for Ocean View Cabin/double occupancy is $3970 for this 11-day cruise and includes port charges, taxes, transfers and airfare. A deposit of $600.00 is due immediately.

Final payment is due on or before Sunday, April 7, 2019. No refund after Sunday, April 14, 2019. For additional information or reservations, call 718-3790541, 718-320-3240, 718-671-1271or the church at 718-379-3774.

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

—Hattie L. Lucas

**PARKING FACILITIES ADVISORY NOTICE** Please be advised that due to construction

THE ENTIRE ROOF & the D side of the 5th and 6th floor will be CLOSED from

Tuesday, November 6th through Thursday, November 8th

Please ensure that your vehicle has been removed from the above mentioned locations on Tuesday, November 6th no later than 7 am.

Vehicles may be towed at owner’s risk and expense

Overflow parking will be permitted in Garage 5 and 8 We apologize for the inconvenience and thank you in advance for your cooperation

—Parking Facilities

Fri., Nov. 2

Thu., Nov. 1

Wed., Oct. 31

Tues., Oct. 30

Mon., Oct. 29

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

MENU

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

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

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

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

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

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

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

Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

Bingo 11:45 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Caregiver Support Group Table talk w/ Voncile 1 p.m.

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

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

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

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

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

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

Dominos 2:30 p.m.

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

Intermediate 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

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

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

Crochet & Knitting 10 - 11 a.m.

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

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

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

Men’s Line Dancing 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

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

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

Chat Session 10 a.m.

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

Karaoke 12:45 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Last Monday of the month

Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., rm. 13 Gentle Yoga 1:15-2 p.m., rm. 2 Interm.ediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Dominoes 10 a.m.

Matinee Movie 10 a.m., rm. 45 Health & Wellness Support Grp10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m. - 2 p.m., rm. 45

9:30-10:30 a.m.

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

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

Computer Class – rm. 13 Beginner 10 a.m. -11 a.m.

Dominos 10 a.m., rm. 45 Intermediate 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Only 6 seats available (New) Body in motion w/Ola Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

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

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

Zumba 11 a.m. -12 p.m., rm. 4 Art Class 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., rm. 2 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 9:30 a.m. -10:30 a.m.

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

3rd, rm. 8 Line Dancing, 10 a.m. -11a.m., Aud. A Arthritis Exercise 11a.m., rm. 45 Piano Sing Along 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

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

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

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

9:30 a.m.-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Pokeno 2 p.m.-4 p.m., rm. 35 Meditative Moments 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., rm. 8 10 -11:30 a.m., rm. 45 Free Oil Painting Classes rm. 38, Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.

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

10 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

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

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

JASA Welcomes everyone age 60 and older! Payments for trips can be made at all three centers. Trip registration policy: There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance. JASA will not accept checks under $5.

(FREE) LiveOn NY- SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fridays, Nov. 16th & 30th; 9 a.m.-12 p.m. JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments! Walk-ins! First come! First served! Please make copies of your documents before coming to the office.

NEW! Dancercise at JASA w/Damion beginning Thurs., Nov. 1; 1-2 p.m. on Thurs., JASA Main office.

NEW! Yoga w/Peggy – Mondays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., JASA Main office, mats, blocks and straps available.

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

Six-week Diabetes Self-Management Workshop – Starting Thurs., Oct. 18, & every Thurs. for 6 weeks, excluding Nov. 22nd, Thanksgiving Day, 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 38, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

Dances for Seniors – Wed., Oct. 31, at 1:30 p.m., Bartow Senior Center, room 31. Join Naomi Goldberg Haas & dances for a variable population in sharing strong & creative movement among adults of all ages and abilities for fun & friendship.

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Orange juice Shepherd’s Pie w/beef & turkey Tossed salad w/dressing Applesauce Whole wheat bread Alt: Tuna salad

Chicken stir fry w/vegetables Brown rice Steamed cauliflower

Apple juice Chicken francaise Orzo w/vegetables California blend vegetables Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit Alt: Egg salad

Stewed pork chops Baked red potato wedges Tangy green beans

Orange pineapple juice Turkey drumsticks Mashed sweet potatoes Green beans & tomatoes Whole wheat bread Fruit cocktail Alt: Salmon salad Orange juice Imitation Crab (Cani cakes) Rice w/vegetables Russian coleslaw Whole Wheat Bread Fresh fruit Alt: Turkey salad Apple juice Roasted chicken Noodle Kugel Broccoli & red peppers Challah bread Fresh fruit Alt: Gefilte fish

Baked turkey breast Baked sweet potato Collard greens w/tomato

Teriyaki baked fish Rice pilaf Carrots

Garlic chicken Rice w/vegetables Brussel sprouts & Kale sauté

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

*Menu subject to change without notice.

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

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk

Upcoming Events/Trips

Medicare Presentations – Nov. 1st, Dreiser Loop 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 45, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. PresenSr. Center, 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. tations, Zumba, Yoga, Line dancing; blood pressure Nov. 7, Einstein Loop Sr. Center, 135 Einstein Loop, screening. To register for lunch, call the Einstein Sr. 11 a.m.- 12 p.m., rm. 49.

Ctr., 718-671-5161.

St. Mary’s Pool – $3; Fri., Nov. 2, & Mon., Nov. Thanksgiving Day Party – Thurs., Nov. 15; $7; 12th; Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.; 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Einstein Ctr., rm. 45. Music by Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m. “Fusion Event;” 50/50 raffle. Menu: fresh carved There is a $25 yearly fee to use the facility, which can turkey, bread stuffing w/gravy, sweet potato pudding, be paid at the pool by check or money order. green beans, cranberry sauce, challah roll, apple Shoprite (New Rochelle) – Mon., Nov. 5th, $4. strudel & juice. Tickets will be sold at the three senior Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. centers. Date for tickets to be sold: TBA. Target (Throggsneck Mall) – Mon., Nov. 5, $3.

JOIN US!! For a discussion on the LGBTQ Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Health Care Bill of Rights – Important information for Walmart – Tues., Nov. 6, $15. Bartow, 8:30 all LGBT people, friends and family; Wed., Nov. 28, 11 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m. a.m.-12 p.m., JASA Main Offi. Presented by Arthur Central Ave. – Wed., Nov. 7, $13. Bartow, 8:30 Fitting, RN VNSNY Manager, Senior LGBT Program. a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Radio City Christmas Spectacular Show – Tues., Costco – Wed., Nov. 7, $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Dec. 11; $110. Side Orchestra seats. Pick-ups: Bartow, Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

11:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 11:30 a.m.; Einstein, 11:45 a.m.

Ridgehill – Thurs., Nov. 8, $7. Bartow, 9:30 Show starts at 2: p.m. Depart destination, 4 p.m. No a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Refunds! Payment due by Mon., Nov. 19.

Fairway/BJ’s – Fri., Nov. 9, $4. Bartow, 9:30 Hunterdon Hills Playhouse – “Christmas in a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m. the Air” show, Thurs., Dec. 20; $120. Coach bus.

Dreiser Sr. Ctr. needs a Tai Chi Instructor (volLunch included: Choice of: Yankee pot roast, fried unteer) to begin Nov. 7th for Weds., 11 a.m.-12 shrimp, lemon pepper cod, chicken parmigiana, p.m. If interested, please contact Paola or Gay at the roasted turkey, eggplant rollatini & roasted vegDreiser Senior Center, 718-320-1345. etable kabob, breads, salad, dessert, coffee & tea. No Stew Leonard’s – Fri., Nov. 9, $6. Bartow, 9:30 Refunds! Payment due by Fri., Nov. 23. Pick-ups: a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Bartow, 9 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:15 a.m.; Einstein, 9:30 Diabetes Awareness Event – Wed., Nov. 14, a.m.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

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

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

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

June 23-28, 2019: Montreal, Quebec City and Ottawa (Canada’s Capital City) – 6 days/5 nights includes Motor Coach transportation; guided tours, 5 breakfasts, 5 dinners, and much more. $699/ person double; $929 single. Contact Hannah, 718-3797962 or Judith, 718-379-3370.

September 17-19, 2019: Ride the Rails in West Virginia; ride two trains in one day. The Cheat Mountain Salamander and the Durbin Rocket.3 days/2 nights, 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners; $539/person double; $708 single. Hannah, 718379-7962, or Judith, 718-379-3370.

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

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

—Delores Debnam

Be Respectful of Your Neighbors

Goose Island Seniors

Sunday Bingo – October 28. Tomorrow, there is Bingo in our club, room 39, at 1:30 p.m. All are welcome. Bring your daubers. Admission, $5.00 for three cards and $1 for three-part full card jackpots. Twelve games will be played plus three-part full card. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments available.

Christmas In the Air – Monday, November 5, at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, NJ. Their most popular show of the year. Song, dance, comedy sketches, original songs with a live onstage orchestra. Price: $95 for table-served entree, dessert buffet and show. To pay for trip, make check out to: Goose Island Seniors. You may drop off, mail or call for check pick-up. Payments are pat due.

Only a few seats left. Menu: Yankee pot roast, fried jumbo shrimp platter, lemon pepper cod, chicken parmigiano, roast turkey with stuffing, eggplant rollatini, roast vegetable kabob (gluten free), homemade bread, mixed garden salad with house dressing, famous unlimited dessert buffet, coffee and tea. The bus will be picking up at our three usual bus stops: 8:30 a.m. Einstein Loop, 8:40 a.m. at Asch Loop (by library), and 8:50 a.m. at Dreiser Loop (by the hardware store).

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Time: 1:15 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. with Stephen in our club room 39. Members only. Admission, $5.00 for three cards, 12 games and jackpot extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments available.

Please be aware that not all disabilities are visible, so be considerate and respectful of all members of the community.

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

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

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

To all members: Happy Birthday to all members who celebrate their day in the month of October: Edith Rosado and the month of November: Enid Nurse, Olivine Durant, Edna Trujillo, Florence Middleton, Marilyn De Leonardis, Hillary Weber, Hilda Seidl, Lourdes Suarez, Ida Edwards and Bill Gordon. May this be the best year you ever had.

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

Stephen’s cell phone number is 347-847-1941. Please leave a message. Good health to all.

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

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Pastors Kenneth Hodge and Deborah Hodge and the New Vision congregation invite you and your family to come and worship the Lord with us.

Church of the New Vision is designed to meet the spiritual needs of God’s people. Serving the community for over 45 years, we offer a warm, friendly, spirit-filled atmosphere of Christian love. All are welcome!

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

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

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

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

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

Events: • Come out for Revival on October 25th and 26th at 7:30 p.m. Guest speakers will be Pastor Deborah Jenkins of Faith @ Work Church and Pastor Mike Tolone

Church of New Vision

of Newsong Church. Come out and join us as we lift the Holy Spirit with preaching, teaching, singing and praise!

• Men’s Ministry will celebrate their anniversary on October 28th at the 11:00 a.m. service. Guest speaker will be Rev. Jeffrey Mack of Reveal Truth Church.

• November 3rd is our annual Building Fund Banquet at Seashore Restaurant on City Island, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Donation: adults, $75.00/youth under 12 yrs., $30. See Sis. Sadie James or any Pastor’s Aide member for tickets. All payments are due

by October 28.

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

T-shirt, please contact Rev. Deborah Hodge, Sis. Indria Drayton, and Sis. Dominique Hodge or any NGFC youth.

• The Next Generation for Christ youth Ministry will be celebrating their 17th Anniversary, Sunday, November 11, at the 11 a.m. service. We invite you to celebrate and lift-up a high praise with us.

Speaker will be our very own Rev. Deborah Hodge.

• Saturday, November 17, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. the Women’s Fellowship will sponsor a St. Barnabas Hospital Mobile Mammography van of which will be stationed outside of the church for free Mammograms. Please contact Sis. Loretta Scott to register at ljscott_2000@yahoo.com or 718-6712623.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Office: (718) 6718746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision concerning upcoming events and trips or call the church.

—Sis. Carol Haque

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of 27B. It is on the ground floor of Building 27B, and it is handicap accessible, no steps. Phone #: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message. The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 9:00 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush. The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue.

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

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

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

This Sunday’s Schedule – Location: 135 Einstein Loop. Discounted parking available in Garage 8 Kidsong available in rm. 49; Deaf interpretation available during adult service. For more information about Newsong Church, our beliefs, or our ministries, please go to our website, www.newsongchurchnyc.org.

“Lord, Teach Us To Pray”— 3 11 Now it came to pass, as He was praying in a

Co-op City Times Photo Submission Guidelines

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• Ensure that your digital camera or cell phone camera is set to the highest possible resolution setting. The higher the resolution, the better the image quality.

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• Cooperators can bring or mail their photos to our office to be scanned at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 21, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• All photos will be returned if requested.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, October 27, at 6:49 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, November 2, at 5:30 p.m.

Good & Welfare: We sell tree certificates in honor or memory of a loved one.

The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazel Tov to all having Simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

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

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

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

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated.

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

—Gary Schwartz

Newsong Church

certain place, when He ceased, that one of His disciples said to Him, “Lord, teach us to pray, as John also taught his disciples.”

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

Your kingdom come. [c]Your will be done On earth as it is in heaven. –Luke 11:1-3 (NKJV) Jesus taught His disciples to pray “Your kingdom come, Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven.” The word “kingdom” comes from two words “king” and “dominion.” Every king has a dominion, a place where they have all authority and power, a place where they rule and reign. It’s known as the “kingdom.”

When we got saved, we gave the King dominion of our lives, His Kingdom is inside of us! The question for us to consider is this… Is Jesus still the King of my life? Does He still have authority in my life? When we pray “Your Kingdom come, Your will be done” we’re saying, Father, I know I gave You dominion of my life in the past, but I want Jesus to be the King of my life today! I want

Jesus to have authority in my thought life, I want Jesus to rule in my relationships, I want Jesus to have dominion in my marriage!

When we pray “Let Your will be done,” we’re acknowledging that God’s way of doing things is better than our way of doing things. We’re submitting to His plan, to His will, believing that His plan for us is greater than our plan for us! This is what Jesus prayed before He went to the cross…

42 “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” –Luke 22:42 (NIV) Maybe you have some decisions to make concerning your family, your business, or your future.

Perhaps there’s some areas of your life that you haven’t submitted to the King of kings. What would be best to pray? Jesus said, Father let Your Kingdom come, let Your will be done.”

What are you going through right now? Where do you need to say Lord, not my will but Yours be done in this situation?

Give King Jesus dominion of your whole life today!

—Pastor Mike Tolone

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

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community.

We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome.

Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30. Parking is available. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sanchez and our phone number is (718) 3203795. Leave a message, if no answer.

Schedule for Sundays – Come and receive a blessing. We have the English service starting at 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.

The bilingual services with communion will be on the first Sunday of each month will be at 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Children: Sunday School time will be at 9:45 a.m., bring your children, they will have a great time while learning God’s word.

Adult: Sunday Bible Study in English will be at 8:45 a.m. and in Spanish at 10 a.m.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer/Bible Study Afternoon (Spanish): The Lord said: “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name I am in the midst of them.”

Matthew 18:20. Tuesday afternoon at noon to 1 p.m. is the Spanish Prayer & Bible Study. Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. is the English Prayer Service. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Remember that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children that have a personal relationship with Him. Friday Night is Fun Night for the Youth (ages 13 – 21): This is a great time for the youth of our community to learn God’s word and enjoy each other’s company and make new friends. Start time is at 7:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. There will also be many activities. Exciting things are happening. Also, on Tuesday evenings, pastor will be teaching the youth who are interested in becoming leaders, time will be 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.

A Concert is Coming: We will be having a concert on December 8th at the church. We will be featuring a Gospel choir, soloists, a dancer, a Christian rapper, and others. It will be a joyous time for all. The cost will be $20/ticket for presale and $30/ticket at the door. Children between 5 years and 11 years are $5. We only have a limited number of seats so when the tickets go on sale get them quickly. We will let everyone know when the ticket sale will start. God bless.

—Barbara Penn

Open Door Ministries The Workers are Few

Full Sermon at opendoorministries.net Matthew 9:35 Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness. 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. 37 Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the workers are few. 38 Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field.”

The good news is our priority, everything else comes after. We must check ourselves, that we are focused on the eternal effects of our lives not only the temporal and momentary.

Matthew 25:14 The Kingdom of Heaven “will be like a man going on a journey, who called his servants and entrusted his wealth to them. 15 To one he gave five bags of gold, to another two bags, and to another one bag, each according to his ability. Then he went on his journey. 19 “After a long time the master of those servants returned and settled accounts with them 20 The man who had received five bags of gold brought the other five. ‘Master,’ he said, ‘you entrusted me with five bags of gold. See, I have gained five more.’ 23 “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’ 24 “Then the man who had received one bag of gold came.

‘Master,’ he said, ‘I knew that you are a hard man, harvesting where you have not sown and gathering where you have not scattered seed. 26 “His master replied, ‘You wicked, lazy servant! So, you knew that I harvest where I have not sown and gather where I have not scattered seed? 27 You should have put my money on deposit with the bankers, so that when I returned I would have received it back with interest.

When we see a person without Jesus we should reflect on their harassed and helpless state Humanity needs salvation without prejudice – pray for zealous laborers Jesus has provided abilities to each of us - He expects no more but also no less Whatever we do sows a deposit into our account in heaven – all else will fade When a person selfishly hoards their resources, they gain nothing but will reap discipline When we value our blessings, we are more blessed - when we disregard them we lose It is our duty to serve with or without reward - our obligation is to humanity Sunday services are at 11a.m. in Bartow Community Center, room 28.

Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring Program will resume in October. Contact Pastor Luis by text 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries.net.

Blessings in Christ.

—Pastor Luis Ramos

10/14/18 – 10/20/18

Public Safety Blotter October 14 – 140 Elgar Place One male was issued a Criminal Court Summons for public consumption of alcohol and a community complaint for anti-social conduct.

100 Casals Place CCPD Officers were dispatched to a domestic-related physical altercation.

Both individuals were arrested and charged with assaulting one another.

October 15 – 900 Baychester Avenue A CCPD officer on routine patrol observed a male smoking marijuana. As the officer attempted to issue the male a Criminal Court Summons, the male became combative and had to be subdued by additional responding officers. The male was arrested and remanded to the Bronx Central Booking.

900 Baychester Avenue CCPD officers investigating a complaint of a male sleeping in a staircase found said male and questioned him as to his presence. The male became combative attempting to pull a weapon on responding officers and was subdued. As a result, an officer was injured and the male was arrested and remanded to the Bronx Central Booking.

October 17 – 100 Erskine Place CCPD officers responding to a report of a person sleeping in a stairway found a homeless female therein and placed her under arrest. She was remanded and referred to a social worker for homeless assistance.

120 Elgar Place CCPD detectives conducted a thorough investigation in regards to stolen property from within the building. The results lead them to the perpetrator who committed the crime. He was arrested and charged accordingly.

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

Emergency: 718-651-3050

www.ccpd.us

Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 @CCPDnyc

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Opportunities

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Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

18-24 A/R Bookkeeper (Full Time)

Finance

Local 153

Open until filled

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include posting of monthly payments; contact with residential tenants regarding their accounts; compliance with legal action/court stipulations, as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is required. College degree is a plus.

2. 3 – 5 years previous accounting/bookkeeping experience.

3. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills.

4. Knowledge of Yardi system is a plus.

5. Knowledge of basic accounting principles.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop; as well as lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

Construction

non-union

Open until filled

18-29 Project Manager (Full Time)

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the successful planning, design, monitoring, and closure of projects. Oversight of all onsite and offsite construction to monitor compliance with building and safety regulations, as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. BS degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or related field or High School/GED and 10 – 15 years of experience in advanced skills training in supervising, electrical, plumbing and other building trades areas.

2. Minimum 10 years of steel/construction supervision experience; general building construction experience in all trade areas (Building, Construction and Architectural), including five or more years’ experience under a state licensed builder/contractor.

3. Excellent time and project management skills 4. Familiarity with construction management software packages and ability to read architectural and structural drawings.

5. Valid NY, NJ, CT or PA driver license is required.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 80 pounds.

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

18-43 Site Supervisor (Full Time)

Construction

non-union

Open until filled

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the day-to-day duties in the landscaping, maintenance of and general upkeep of company grounds and property greens as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. Six years of masonry/construction supervisory experience, which included general building maintenance experience in all trades areas, and which also included four or more years’ apprenticeship under a state licensed builder/contractor.

2. Minimum of 5 years of field experience with NeoGard / Sika product application and process as a certified applicator is a plus.

3. Working knowledge with project management programs.

4. Valid NY, NJ, CT or PA driver license is required.

5. Bi-Lingual is a plus.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

Job#/Position 18-44 Inspector/ Foreman

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

Construction

non-union

Open until filled

(Full Time) Position Profile & Duties

Responsible for supervision of construction and various work crews on site. Duties will consist of planning, implementing and overseeing of various construction projects, as

well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor/Advanced degree is a plus 2. At least five (5) years’ experience in the Construction field.

3. Knowledge of SBS modified bitumen systems and familiarity with all OSHA safety rules/regulations, including protections bridges, scaffolds, etc. and have ability to read blueprints.

4. Working knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite.

5. Valid NY, NJ, CT or PA driver license is required.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders; work in inclement weather; as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds.

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

18-56 Jr. Claims Representative (Full Time)

Risk Management

non-union

10/3/18 10/29/18

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the claims management of various insurance programs in the Risk Management Department, as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is required. College degree is a plus.

2. 2-3 years office experience.

3. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills.

4. Knowledge of Yardi system is a plus.

5. Working knowledge of Adobe products.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop,; as well as lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

18-57 Claims Assistant (Full Time)

Risk Management

non-union

10/3/18 10/29/18

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include the overall support of the Risk Management department, as well as, additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is required. College degree is a plus.

2. 3-4 years Workers Compensation claims experience.

3. Training & experience equivalent to 3 years of property and third-party liability claims.

4. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, with strong Excel skills.

5. Working knowledge of Adobe products.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop,; as well as lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

Job#/Position

Department

Union/Non-Union

18-58 Sr. Claims Representative (Full Time)

Risk Management

non-union

Posting Dates: 10/23/18 11/5/18

Position Profile & Duties

Responsibilities include all aspects of insurance management , including claims investigation/processing, subrogation, renewals, working with brokers, underwriters and third party administrator, as well as additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

1. HS Diploma or equivalent is required. College degree is a plus.

2. 3-4 years Workers Compensation process management.

3. Minimum 3 years experience in Property, Automotive and third-party liability claims management.

4. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe applications 5. Must be able to work varied hours, as needed.

6. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop; as well as lift and carry up to 25 pounds.

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