Co-op City Times 12/08/18

Dryer Fire in Building 30B 50th Anniversary Gala Vol. 53 No. 49

Saturday, December 8, 2018

A dryer fire in Building 30B last Saturday morning, while contained to one dryer, caused heavy smoke condition in the laundry room, resulting in the facility being shut down until Monday.

Reportedly, a shareholder placed a few items into the dryer and set the timer to an excessive amount of drying time which caused the items to overdry and ignite.

Shareholders are reminded that they should read the label on their garments for proper handling and cleaning procedures. Items that have had flammable chemicals like gasoline, paint thinner and alcohol spilled on them should first be washed thoroughly before being placed in a dryer, or dried in a wellventilated room away from heat.

The same is true for spraying The burnt contents of the dryer that Lysol in the dryers before placing caught fire in the Building 30B laundry your clothes into them. The River- room last Saturday. bay Safety Department explained that Lysol Disinfectant Spray conflammable. tains ethanol and carbon dioxide, which Anthony Barzelatto, Riverbay’s are extremely toxic chemicals which Safety Director said: “We have been should not be ingested, especially by chilhaving a rash of fires in dryers and dren. The primary ingredient in the spray is ethanol which is also highly (Continued on page 2)

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Public Safety: No Repeat Violent Attacks in Garage 4 Area

Co-op City Public Safety Chief Joseph Riley reported this week that based on the comprehensive deployment strategy of both NYPD and CCPD, there has not been any repeat violent activity in the vicinity of the Garage 4 area in the last week.

In mid-October, three separate groups of assaults on residents were reported.

The first, an armed robbery, occurred on Oct. 19 at a bus stop on Asch Loop. The second took place two days later on the sixth floor of the parking garage in the Dreiser Center. No one was hurt in either of these incidence. Jewelry, handbags and cell phones were taken from female victims in both cases.

In late October, on Oct. 26 and again on Oct. 29, two teenage females approached residents late in the evenings and punched and robbed them. This occurred around Asch Loop and was followed on Oct. 31, Halloween evening, by several young males assaulting two males.

At the time, Chief Riley, who has now (Continued on page 4)

BY ROZAAN BOONE

We Wish Our Readers a Happy Hannukah!

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SOLD OUT!

Ticket sales to Co-op City’s 50th Anniversary Gala scheduled to take place on Monday, Dec. 10, at Marina del Rey beginning at 6 p.m. has closed. The event is sold out!

Reservations for a seat on one of the two buses to the gala is also closed.

Shareholders who purchased tickets and have a reservation on the bus are reminded to be at their pick-up point on time so the bus can depart promptly.

Those departing from the Bartow Center will be picked up from in front of Sangria Café on Bartow Avenue.

Boarding will begin at 4:30 p.m. and the bus will leave at 5 p.m. for Marina del Rey. (Continued on page 4)

Protect Your Information When Using Public WiFi With holiday shopping in full swing, many consumers today will be tempted to buy gifts online especially through the convenience of a smartphone or tablet. However, if the WiFi internet connection being used is not secure, valuable personal information can be stolen by hackers online.

For those unfamiliar, WiFi is a wireless networking technology that uses radio waves to provide wireBY BRANDON ORTIZ

less high-speed Internet and network connections. On most smartphones, you can check if you are connected to WiFi by looking at the top left corner of the device next to where the cellular connection is shown or by going into settings and checking the network connection.

Essentially, if you are in a public setting, such as a café, the local community center or even an MTA train station, WiFi allows you to go onto (Continued on page 2)

Co-op City Celebrates The Holidays With Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Parents and kids alike filled the Bartow Center with glee and holiday cheer to celebrate the start of the holidays with the Annual Tree Lighting ceremony which took place Wednesday, December 5, outside of Dunkin Donuts in the Bartow Mall, with part of the event taking place inside the Bartow Center.

This annual event, sponsored by Newsong Church and the Riverbay Fund, brought holiday cheer and joy to families around Co-op City.

Santa Claus, who always makes a special appearance, showed up to

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WiFi Protection

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the internet with a smartphone without needing a direct Ethernet cable to connect to the network.

While this sounds like a helpful convenience, smartphone users who are just getting used to their device may be unaware of the potential risk they are facing when they are connected to an unsecure WiFi network. According to a New York Times article published this past August, “signing in to an unsecured wireless network puts much of your private information — including browser history, documents and photos — at risk of being discovered by a hacker. Even your bank login and account numbers could be compromised if you visit your bank’s website on an unsecured network.” Furthermore, it can even be confusing how to spot an illegitimate network Fortunately, there are quite a few ways available to protect consumers and keep their personal information safe from identity thieves. First, a simple rule to start with is to not use public WiFi to log into your online banking website or any

other sensitive sites. Furthermore, when using an internet browser, only visit websites that have the HTTPS encryption, rather than lesser secure HTTP websites. HTTPS or HTTP appears right next to the website domain in the browser.

For example, a secure website would read: https://examplewebsite.com. Additionally, smartphones have the ability to automatically connect to the nearest WiFi hotspot, which can mean you are already connected to a public WiFi hotspot without even realizing it. To prevent that function, simply turn the WiFi connectivity off in your phone’s settings.

According to the Insurance Information Institute website, in 2017 there were a record high 16.7 million victims of identity fraud. The emergence of the data age has uncovered a lot of new ways for thieves to steal very private information and often the ones who suffer most are also unaware of the risks they may be putting themselves in. Taking simple steps to prevent your most precious information from reaching hackers is crucial for navigating today’s world.

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placed in the dryers. Foam should also not be placed in dryers.

While this dryer fire was the result of too few items being placed in the dryer for an excessive amount of time, the same is true for overloading the dryer which can also cause a fire.

“Whenever there is a dryer fire, the sprinkler head goes off, we have to close the laundry room because it is a safety hazard, we have to clean up the mess and the dryer has to be replaced,” said Mr. Barzelatto. “So, it’s not just simply a dryer fire, there are a lot of other things that are associated with the fire that have to be taken care of.”

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are here right now who came.”

Pastor Cyndie Tolone from Newsong Church, a Co-op City community church which has partnered with the Riverbay Fund on the tree lighting since 2013, said: “What makes this event special every year is showing the love which is essential during the holidays. It’s so vital for us to reach people to let them know they’re not alone.” (See photos on page 5).

there are several causes. Naturally spraying Lysol is going to be a problem because Lysol is highly flammable. Any time you spray anything flammable in a dryer, you are opening yourself up for a disaster because it doesn’t take much for it to ignite. Of course, when you overload a dryer, it is working double time to try to dry your clothes and certainly if you put things in like rubber materials. In fact, for anything that you put in the dryer, you should read the label. If it says, ‘should not be dried,’ it means ‘should not be dried’.”

Items that are rubberized include bath mats, padded bras and bibs, nylon items and synthetics, such as rugs, plastics and glass fiber which should also not be celebrate the holidays with his Co-op City family as he does every year. Although some children cried on Santa’s lap, some smiled, while others gave Santa a convincing list of reasons why they were nice and not naughty. After having their picture taken, kids walked away feeling satisfaction about letting Santa know their laundry list of toys for the big day, while parents were able to cherish the moment with a professional souvenir picture.

Eden, 8, who attended the event for the first-time, enjoyed taking a picture with Santa, but was not sure what she wants for the big day. She confessed: “I’m excited about Christmas time, but I don’t know what I want yet. I usually make my Christmas list later in the month, but I’ll take $100.”

Kids of all ages attended the event dressed in holiday attire, wearing festive colored holiday sweaters and hats. After taking pictures with Santa, there were also photo opportunities with a life-size Grinch, along with a giant hugging teddy bear. The fun didn’t stop there, a giant snow globe made for the perfect bounce house and picture opportunity. How many kids can say they’ve been in a “real” snow globe?

In between taking pictures, families enjoyed snacks and hot chocolate provided by the Newsong Church. Furthermore, while in the spirit of gift-giving, youth were also able to choose from a variety of books for at-home reading from the onsite book drive.

At 7 p.m., the crowd made their way outside for a magical performance by Co-op City’s Youth Choir, featuring Renaissance’s Music with a Message under the direction of Bervin Harris. The group put on a crowd-pleasing performance of several holiday classics with the highlight of the concert being “Feliz Navidad,” performed by two of the group’s smallest members.

Santa, who stayed throughout the entire event gave a little dance while the choir sang “Santa Claus is Coming To Town.”

Michelle Sajous, Riverbay’s Director of Community Relations, opened the ceremony saying, “The tree lighting ceremony is a great way to kick off the 50th anniversary of Co-op City and with a new tree that will grow with us for the next 50 years.”

Greetings from Riverbay’s General Manager, Noel Ellison, followed. He said: “December is where we all think thoughts of giving and feelings of peace.

When we talk about peace, it means collectively getting together and understanding that we are our brothers’ and our sisters’ keepers, we are all here for a reason. Moreover, we need to make sure we all travel this journey together into prosperity.”

Then, Councilman Andy King took to the podium sharing words of hope while surrounded by the children in the audience. He said: “During this holiday season, I say to us all, this time of the year is where we forgive, we offer love, we share, we are kind. I ask us to take this feeling that we experience in the month of December and let it transition throughout the next year.”

In 12th District fashion, Mr. King initiated the tree lighting countdown, starting from the number 12, representing the 12th District which includes Co-op City.

Geleta Powell, 7, who is a member of the Co-op City Youth Choir, said: “It’s important that we celebrate the holidays. I love Christmas, and I love to sing, that’s why I signed up to be here.” When asked if she could have anything in the world for Christmas, she responded, “It would be, well, I already have it because it’s all of this (as she points around the room); all of the family and friends who

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NCNW Hosts Self-Esteem W’shop For Girls

Today, Saturday, December 8, the NCNW Co-op City branch is hosting Queen S. Ofori’s Road To Queendom: A Young Girls Guide To Self-Love.

This free workshop is aimed at teaching and reaffirming the importance of self-love and esteem to young women ages 12-19. The program will be held in Dreiser, room 11, 4:30 p.m.

– 7 p.m. Kindly RSVP to: The-RoadTo-Queendom.Eventbrite.com.

For further information, contact Road2queendom@gmail.com or NCNWCoopCitySocial@gmail.com.

Public Safety Toy Drive

Public Safety is collecting new toys for all ages. The department’s Blue Santa Toy Giveaway initiative is sponsored by Sgt. DelValle, and Officers Ahmed, Thomas and Lee. Toys will be collected until December 18. A drop box has been set up inside of Public Safety headquarters at 2049 Bartow Avenue.

Annual Kwanzaa Celebration Set For Dec. 29

The Coalition of African American Churches & Community organizations will host their annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, at 3 p.m. in room 3 of the Bartow Center. The Keynote Speaker will be NYS Senator Jamaal T. Bailey.

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

For more information, please contact the Coalition of African American Churches and Community Org anizations at (718) 671-4506.

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Co-op City Residents Cautioned About Phone Scams Involving Gift Cards

Earlier this year, Captain Carlos Ghonz, commanding officer of the 45th Precinct, reported to the Co-op City Times that many elderly residents are being scammed with phone calls asking them to send money.

“I always ask people not to do it and to call the NYPD or just hang up the phone, but somehow they send the money anyway,” Captain Ghonz said.

While the scammers target a wide cross section of the population, the elderly are particularly vulnerable. They receive a phone call telling them that one of their family members is the subject of police action. The caller then asks the victim to send money via multiple gift cards so that they can release their family member. According to the NYPD, sometimes, they state that they have the family member with them and asks for money to not harm them, promising to let them go if they receive the gift cards.

“Please do not fall victims to this scam,” Captain Ghonz urges shareholders. “Hang up the phone and contact the family member the person on the phone was referring to.”

The captain noted that most times, the potential victim finds out that the family member is safe and has no idea about the scam.

The 45th Precinct’s Crime Prevention and Community Affairs Units continues to caution Co-op City residents, especially seniors, to be vigilant and not fall victim to scammers using Green Dot MoneyPak cards and Money Grams.

According to the NYPD, while Money Grams and Green Dot MoneyPak cards are legitimate products, scammers are using them to steal money from their intended victims.

The scammers utilize a variety of schemes with some of the most common being the utility company, IRS and government agencies scams in which the victim is told that they owe money and the call is to immediately collect what is owed or else service will be shut off, or worse.

In addition, the scammers may claim that a loved one is being held against their will, or has been involved in an accident and payment is needed to gain their freedom. They may also claim that a grandchild or relative has been locked up in another country and needs bail money.

Some victims are told that they won the lottery or some type of sweepstake and money is needed to claim the winnings or for taxes on the prize. If you have to pay for a prize you won, you didn’t win, the NYPD warns.

The Green Dot MoneyPak scam is also a phone scam where the victim is called by someone claiming to work at a utility company, for example, ConEd or a cable company, or a government agency, such as the Department of Finance or the IRS, and they are collecting money that is past due. The caller then informs the victim that they can avoid service interruption, arrest or deportation, if they immediately bring their account up to date by paying the past due amount using a Money Gram or Green Dot MoneyPak card that can be

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purchased at a local store. The caller instructs the victim to purchase a Money Gram or a Green Dot MoneyPak card in a specified amount and call a phone number that the caller gives to the victim once this has been done.

The victim proceeds to purchase the Green Dot card at a local store and then calls the number they were given by the caller to satisfy the debt. The victim is then instructed to scratch off and read the MoneyPak card serial number to the perpetrator. The perpetrator then drains the funds from the Green Dot MoneyPak card.

The NYPD notes that while many schemes still involve victims being asked to wire money to the scammers, MoneyPaks and gift cards have the added benefit of the scammer not having to show up at an office or bank to claim the funds loaded onto the card. The cards can only be purchased using cash and consumers never have to disclose their personal or financial information to a retail cashier or to make a payment. Anyone with the 14-digit number located on the back of the MoneyPak card can drain the funds.

In the IRS scam, the victim is contacted and told that they owe back taxes, fees or fines to the IRS and that if they do not make immediate payment using a Money Gram or Green Dot MoneyPak card, they will be arrested or deported. The scam is perpetrated in the same manner as the utility scam with the results also being the same – the victim’s money is stolen.

The NYPD is warning residents to be alert and not fall victim to these crimes. Crime Prevention Officers also point out that the scammers can purchase computer apps which disguise their true telephone number and can make it appear as a legitimate number, for example, the 45th Precinct, NYPD, 9-1-1, ConEd, etc., on your phone’s caller ID. In addition to cautioning the public that the NYPD does not solicit money, and that utility companies and government agencies would not contact you demanding payment for outstanding bills using Money Grams or MoneyPak card, or a gift card, the NYPD is also warning residents not to call any of the phone numbers provided by the scammers since this is another layer to the scam. If you think a call is suspicious, call the number listed on your bill or a legitimate document in your possession.

The NYPD offers the following tips to avoid becoming a victim of this scam: • Be suspicious of any caller who demands immediate payment for any reason.

• Remember that anyone who has the number on a Green Dot MoneyPak card or a gift card has access to the funds on the card.

• Never give out personal or financial information to anyone who emails or calls you unsolicited, and • Never wire money, provide debit or credit card numbers or Green Dot MoneyPak card numbers or gift card numbers to someone you do not know.

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been on the job for approximately 11 weeks, reported: “In light of the sudden spike of violent attacks in this location, we are saturating the area of Garage 4 and Asch Loop with added patrols and surveillance…Our detectives and NYPD are working together closely to solve these cases.” That collaboration resulted in effectively stemming the violent attacks in the area.

This past weekend, on Sunday, Dec. 2, CCPD and the NYPD responded to a call for help at Building 10B. Upon arrival, officers encountered a female who alleged that she had been sexually assaulted by an acquaintance. As the officers exited the building, someone meeting the description was observed and arrested at the scene. That person is being processed by the Bronx District Attorney.

The chief urges shareholders to be vigilant at all times as they traverse the community, especially as the holiday shopping season picks up. He made note of the Public Safety Reports written by Lt. Pam Apollo and published weekly on page 7 in the Co-op City Times as an excellent reference and urges shareholders to read the reports for helpful tips and information. He also advised shareholders that if they feel threatened at any time, to immediately go to one of the call boxes or panic alarms in the buildings or dial 9-1-1 or CCPD at (718) 671-3050. The chief reiterated: “Get to a lighted area, or if you are in the garage, get to the attendant location. If you see something that looks suspicious, give us a call.”

Chief Riley also reported that a new class of 19 recruits are currently undergoing training and are expected to be deployed by mid-February. The recruits are being trained for their special patrol certification and their application for pistol licenses.

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The second bus will begin boarding at the Dreiser Center opposite the express bus stop at 4:30 p.m. and will depart at 4:45 p.m. for the Einstein Center where it will pick up from in front of the Food Universe Supermarket promptly at 5 p.m.

On the return trip, there will be two departures from Marina del Rey. The first bus will leave at 11 p.m. and the final bus will leave at midnight. Both buses will stop at all three centers on the trip home – Einstein, Dreiser and Bartow Centers.

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Bus to the Gala Schedule Location Bartow Center (Sangria Café on Bartow Ave.) Dreiser Center (Opposite express bus stop) Einstein Center (in front of Food Universe)

Board 4:30 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

4:55 p.m.

Depart 5:00 p.m.

4:45 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

Return Trip to Co-op City (Bus will make stops at Bartow, Dreiser and Einstein Centers) Depart Bus 1 Marina del Rey 11 p.m.

Depart Bus 2 Marina del Rey 12 a.m.

Building 33 Gas Restoration Update Management awaits Green Light from ConEd

As of press time Friday, the city’s Department of Buildings had successfully checked gas piping throughout Building 33. However, the building still requires authorization from Con Edison to move forward to turn gas on to apartments that have passed air pressure tests.

Riverbay management has reached out to ConEd to schedule an appointment, hoping to expedite the process and turn on the gas for up to 80% (if not more) of apartments by Christmas.

Although the installation and welding of new pipes throughout the building are complete, there are two risers in the building that are now the focus of the gas restoration project. During last week’s update, four out of eight lines did not pass pressure tests; lines F, H, J and K. Currently, there are only two apartment lines, F and H, that have yet to pass the required testing. Therefore, plumbers, along with Riverbay construction staff, will assist in the extensive process of locating the exact area of the leak. This will require workers to have access to apartments yet again.

As the one month mark approaches, residents in the building have remained cooperative and resilient having been without gas for four weeks now. Riverbay’s General Manager, Noel Ellison, acknowledges the significant inconvenience and intrusions the repair work has caused residents and is thankful for the cooperation. He said: “All of the shareholders whose apartments we’ve had to get back into have been extraordinarily receptive. Our hope is that type of cooperation will continue through the course of the process for these two lines.”

Management will continue to update residents on any further developments as they work diligently to have the gas turned back on as soon as possible.

BY TORIEA McCAUSELAND

Domestic Hot & Cold Water Shut Down BUILDING 1A, “J” LINE

Domestic hot & cold water will be shut down in order to do restoration work.

DATE: Monday, December 10 TIME: 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.

Please make sure that you keep your faucets in a closed position and all drains cleared of objects.

As soon as the work is completed, the hot & cold water will be restored.

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience in this matter.

—COOPERATOR SERVICES OFFICE (Dreiser Loop, room 6)

Got Ideas for the City Charter Commission?

The 2019 New York City Charter Commission is asking New Yorkers to share their ideas on ways to improve the city.

So far, a series of public hearings have been held, as well as engagement with communitybased organizations, faith leaders and community boards. The commission is also connecting directly with New Yorkers throughout the five boroughs.

The New York City Charter is the city’s constitution. It is the framework for local government.

The Charter controls how the city spends our tax dollars, how decisions are made about changes to neighborhoods and the power of local elected officials.

The last Charter Revision Commission almost 30 years ago overhauled city government. It is now time to take a fresh look.

If you have ideas, you may submit them to the Charter Commission by logging on to www.charter2019.nyc. The deadline is December 31, 2018.

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Families and friends of Co-op City had a jolly good time while attending the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. The event featured a stunning performance by Co-op City’s Youth Choir, featuring Renaissance’s Music with a Message. Riverbay’s General Manager Noel Ellison and Councilman Andy King were on hand to share in the holiday spirit with the crowd.

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Deck the Halls!

Shareholders on the 17th floor of Building 28B got together recently to decorate their common hallway. This has become sort of a tradition among the neighbors where every year during the holidays, they decorate the hallway with holiday bows and banners, adding Christmas wreaths to their doors to spread joy during the Holiday Season.

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African-American Association Hosts Famed Musician For Latin Jazz Dance

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Famed musician Steven Kroon, who has worked with such notables as Aretha Franklin, The Temptations and Kenny G, brought his unique blend of Afro-Cuban percussions, Brazilian rhythms, with Jazz and R&B to Co-op City for the African American Association’s Latin Jazz dance. The event, which was well attended, took place in room 31 of the Bartow Center on Saturday, December 1, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period.

If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 18 Building 18

Current Lease Expiration Date

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Public Safety Report

CCPD Offers Travel Safety Tips For Holiday Travel

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety offers these travel safety tips if a trip is part of your seasonal vacation plans. By being aware of and preparing for travel regulations, you can make your trip safe and stress free. As we approach the 2019 New Year season, many families may be considering holiday vacation travel for Hanukah, Christmas, Kwanzaa or another holiday.

Travel safety begins when you pack. To help avoid becoming a target, do not dress in expensive looking clothing with expensive jewelry. These items identify you as an affluent tourist and a potential victim. It is better to dress low key and try to blend in with the general population of the area you are visiting. Also try to familiarize yourself with the local laws and customs of the areas you plan to visit.

It is always best to travel light. You can move more quickly and will be more likely to have a free hand. A rolling bag with four wheels is an excellent option, especially if it is not too cumbersome. If you can carry all your bags, you won’t have to set a bag down and leave it unattended. When packing, pick a few favorite items especially suited for travel. Wrinkle resistant garments with zipper pockets, especially designed for travel will be your first choice to wear. Always leave behind anything you would hate to lose. On a side note, phone chargers are the most commonly left behind item in hotel rooms. Make sure you take yours with you when you check out.

Check with your airline regarding the cost, weight and number of bags you can check or carry on. Some airlines charge for every bag and some allow one checked bag for free. Space for carry-on bags is extremely limited on aircrafts and strict size limits are in place. A carry-on bag that is too big for the airlines bins may need to be checked for a fee. In most cases, any bag heavier than 50 pounds or larger than a certain size may incur a costly surcharge. Traveling light is good for your safety and good for your budget.

Dress appropriately for the airport. Screening techniques require that you remove your shoes, as well as any metal objects. All of this is done while your carry-on baggage is being x-rayed. It is a good idea to wear shoes which can easily be slipped on and off. Limit the amount of jewelry you wear, as all of this needs to be removed, placed in a basket and then put back on. This activity makes your items vulnerable to thieves. When traveling alone, you need to be extra vigilant about the whereabouts of your property.

Wearing practical shoes or sneakers is especially important while traveling.

Proper footwear makes it easier to speed up at the first sign of danger. While traveling, it is especially important to walk with a purpose and remain aware of your surroundings at all times. Stiletto-heeled shoes might be nice to wear to go out to a party or a wedding, but would be rather impractical in the event of an emergency landing. You don’t want to be the one poking a hole in the emergency slide.

Speaking on a cell phone, text messaging or wearing headphones with the volume turned up high makes it difficult for you to stay in touch with your surroundings.

Be aware of all regulations for required documents needed for the trip you plan to take. Leaving or reentering the country by plane in all cases requires a valid passport. Travel by auto, train or ship to certain destinations in Canada, Mexico and some islands allows the use of the enhanced driver’s license. Problems can arise if a change to your itinerary requires a flight added due to unforeseen circumstances. Check with the state department before making travel plans to be sure your destination is safe for travel. Various conditions may cause recommendations to avoid travel to certain countries at certain times. Safety should always be a priority.

Make two photocopies of your passport identification page, airline tickets, driver’s license and the credit cards you plan to bring. Carry one copy with you separate from the originals and leave one set home with a trusted friend or family member. Having these copies will be extremely helpful if your original documents are lost or stolen. Also leave a complete itinerary at home with friends or family. Keep them informed if you change your plans.

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Public Safety Blotter November 25 – December 1, 2018 November 25 – 100 Alcott Place CCPD officers on a building inspection discovered three males and one female loitering in a staircase. One person was issued a summons for unlawful possession of marijuana and all received community complaints for loitering.

November 26 – 100 Co-op City Boulevard CCPD officers found a vehicle where a wheel was apparently stolen off a car.

December 01 – Co-op City Blvd. and Dreiser Loop CCPD ESU and patrol officers responded to a 3-car accident with injuries.

During the assessment of all injured parties, one male was suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol. The male was removed to the 45 Precinct for further investigation.

Airline regulations allow liquid health and beauty products to only be three ounces or smaller to be allowed as carry-on baggage. Each passenger is allowed to carry on only one quart sized Ziploc bag containing these individual liquid containers. Many of these travel safe products are available in drug stores or discount stores. By being aware of these restrictions, you can save yourself inconvenience at the gate and avoid having to discard your items. Expensive lotions and perfumes are not exempt and are regularly confiscated and discarded at airport screening checkpoints. Anything you are not sure about should be packed in checked baggage. Carry empty 3-ounce containers with you in your carry-on in case someone in your group makes a packing error.

Be sure to keep all prescription medications in their original bottles with the label containing your name intact. It is also a good idea to carry an extra copy of essential prescriptions. Avoid the temptation to purchase or use any types of drugs while traveling abroad. Drug charges are responsible for more than one (Continued on page 26)

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.

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

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Co-op City Times / December 8, 2018

Untapped Talent and Community Spirit Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson Secretary

Co-op partyers!! I’m excited. The Gala is upon us.

This Monday. It will, undoubtedly, be the fanciest affair I will have attended since I was 13 years old.

(Rockville Centre Bar Mitzvahs were the height of elegance in the 60’s.) I do expect to be wowed. And I also expect to wow, what with my gorgeous outfit!

The best part of my ensemble is the necklace I intend to wear. One part elegant, six parts gaudy: But fabulous. I bought it at another affair I recently enjoyed. Really enjoyed! It was my first official line dance outing after nine months of Section 5 lessons, and I didn’t fall down even once! Last Saturday’s African American Association Latin Jazz Dance had everything – dancing, shopping, great music, and good company. I probably got some of the same at last Monday’s Coalition to Save Affordable Housing meet-up (I say probably, because in a Back to the Future kind of way, Monday night has yet to arrive as I write this) and I’ll be getting some more of that at the Working Families year-end gathering this coming Tuesday where Gala gossip will most likely find its way onto the agenda.

It might already be too late, but perhaps you can pick up that last ticket for the Gala. It will truly be an affair to remember. We celebrate our unexpected, unpredicted 50 years, but we also celebrate the concept of a “Beloved Community.” That concept needs all the bolstering and advertising it can get in these troubling times.

Connections I was reading an op-ed from a week ago Friday that described a mood study that’s been undertaken for the last decade. It’s called the Gallup-Sharecare Well-Being Index and 2017’s feel-good numbers were at a decade low. The writer, NY Times and PBS pundit David Brooks, explains the reason for the malaise: the toxic political atmosphere, fewer opportunities for recent college graduates, but he says, “the biggest factor is the crisis of connection.”

I believe Co-op City bucks that tide with its everincreasing focus on community. I, at least, feel quite connected to the community. I imagine that’s quite a rare feeling for a non-church-goer. It started with my

musical volunteerism, but deepened with my activist awakening. Trump’s June 16, 2015 escalator descent into nativist-separatist politics was my wake-up call.

He and Bernie Sanders (for opposite reasons) drove me to Working Families and then the CTSAH, and then onto the Board. Now I’m up to my neck in community, and most of the time it feels pretty good.

Plan Well, Work Hard I am so looking forward to the planning stages of the community center on the site of the long-vacant Bingo Hall. We were to have had a preliminary meeting with Councilman Andy King and other elected officials by December 1st, but as usual, the end-ofyear holidays gobbled up everything in its path. The postponment will allow those who are still feeling wary of the reality of the project to get on board with the exciting possibilities before us. To paraphrase a fitting quote: knee-jerk mistrustfulness of the powers-that-be is a stone cold hope killer.

Even before the Bingo Hall cultural center was in grasp, artists and teacher-artists have reached out with programming suggestions for young and old and inbetween agers alike. One Co-op City musical couple has been forming a nonprofit organization in order to put together an intergenerational community rehearsal and performance band right here in Co-op City.

Another of our residents happens to be the organizer and bandleader of the renowned Harlem Renaissance Orchestra. How’s that for home-grown mentoring possibilities! All most artist-driven or educator-driven nonprofits need is space and perhaps a modest stipend.

Countless qualified nonprofits could fill every waking programming hour once we have a cultural space to house them. No subsidy of CEO’s salaries needed, thank you. Dream BIG. Dream CHEAP. Dream of an army of volunteers! The offer now on the table promises to make that dream a reality.

The offer on the table, after the final animal shelter debate on November 3rd, added a most $ubstantial trade-off perk. As far as I was concerned, between the benefits already promised by the October 22nd debate and the new golden

item, it became a hands-down win-win. And, of course, that most important last minute perk added at the eleventh hour was the transformation of the former Bingo Hall into a cultural center.

With a little will we may be able to keep it all inhouse with the Riverbay Fund as the qualified, reputable nonprofit provider for youth services, subcontracting endless programs. Hmm? Where have you seen those words before? Those words were in the Memorandum of Understanding that was drawn up by the city council speaker, our city councilman Andy King and the mayor. That memorandum was forwarded by email the evening before the City Council vote and was transcribed in full in the November 10th edition of the Co-op City Times on page 4, number 13, for all to read.

Here comes a piece of it again (with my italics): Arts and Music Youth Programming at Co-op City:…The City can commit to working in good faith with the Council Member to create this center provided there is a long-term lease signed between landlord and a reputable nonprofit provider for youth services.

And they’ll put their money where their mouth is with $2 million for “renovation and outfitting of the space,” with an anticipated few million more to get it up and running, helping the Riverbay Fund continue to masterfully handle events galore and more.

So when the holidays let you come up for air, start brain-storming programs for the ex-Bingo Hall. You can’t throw a rock in Co-op City without hitting an untapped source of talent in our beloved community.

(It’s a metaphor: Don’t throw rocks!)

Thanks for reading…and planning and partying and participating!

718-219-2211, mpearson@riverbayboard.com.

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Co-op City Times / December 8, 2018

Baychester Visual Arts Association

Art classes are held on Tuesdays in room 5, Dreiser Community Center. Our next set of classes will begin on November 20th. You can choose from the two class schedules which are 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. The fees are as follows: Annual membership is $35 a year and a session of 10 classes is $60. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered.

Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, will be the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork. You can call M. Groves at 201862-0847 or S. Lochansky at 718-379-1049 for more information.

We would like to invite artists interested in giving a paid demonstration to our class members and to people in the community. Many people are artistically talented, and it would be great to share their ability with our artists. You can call Moses Groves at 201-862-0847.

If you would like to take art classes, you can come to rm. 5 on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. or register by mail indicating the class time desired. Tuition can be sent to Baychester Visual Arts, P.O. Box 678, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

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

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

—Sylvia Lochansky

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Just five more days. Tickets are still available for the Retirees’ holiday party which will be held on Thursday, December 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Marina del Rey. Price: $85, 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 at 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/Single: $90. Balance due: Mon., Dec. 3. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

• Mar. 21, 2019 (Thurs.), Sands Casino Resort, PA. Price: $40. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

• Apr. 9, 2019 (Tues.), Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Theatre. Price: $85.

Deposit: $45. Balance: $40 due by Monday, March 18. Contacts: Serita Grayson, 347-564-5722/Barbara Williams, 718-320-0500.

Theatre Committee: (Price includes van transport from Dreiser Loop across from rehab center) • Jan. 23, 2019 (Wed.), “American Son,” a riveting drama starring Kerry Washington at the Booth Theatre. Show: 2:00 p.m. Price: $142. Deposit: (ASAP) $65; Balance: $77, due by Jan. 3, 2019. Contact: Dorothy Lindo, 718379-0314.

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 and/or theatre seat. NO cash accepted. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser, clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, after 2:00-5:00 p.m.

Good and Welfare Our deepest sympathy to Susie Fuzzell Polite and family on the recent loss of her eldest son, Daryl Fuzzell. Best wishes for a speedy recovery to George Clark and to Wally Bowen who is the back in the hospital. 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 Jazz Up Your Health with A Senior Spa Day, date to be announced. Call Claudette D, 718-379-4784/Hattie L, 718-671-8449 if interested in joining us.

Attention! The Retirees need experienced part-time freelance drivers with a CDL license with passenger endorsement with at least 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.

“May the Good Things of Life be yours in Abundance, Not only at Thanksgiving but throughout the coming Year.” –Author unknown —Claudette Davis

Be an informed cooperator — Pick up and read your Co-op City Times Again!

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BY BILL STUTTIG many of the arguments was made clear on Diaz Jr. echoed Once again it nyc.gov). He needs animal shelter Bor- President’s Message President Ruben who spoke out against the Thank you to recomhear our voluminous Bronx Borough Ruben City residents on Monday evening ough President applause to a strength by dozens of Co-ophe issued a detailed statement shelter on Bartow Avenue. approvoutas animal Diaz Jr. for not greater than our prior Care Center and President Bartow Avenue placing the proposed Bronx aniof the Bronx Animal Use Review Proing the proposed reach to his office mending against Land Bartow defeat for developers the animal mal shelter on I do This is the second project goes through the Uniformed (Continued on page 4) to his decision on who as the Avenue. While some cooptheir supporters shelter. I urge everyone In June, Community office and realize there were in favor of cedure (ULURP). reached out to his hearings erators who were an overattended the public about was the shelter, there of cooperto express their opinion being built whelming numberwant to see the animal shelter without ators who did not members of JASA’s Avenue in our community so once More than 100 Center threw a do the shelter on BartowNow the our input to Bartow Senior 106 years of to thank the for various reasons. Mayor again, this time party to celebrate lived by longbefore this goes being question for supporting Louise the good life he listens borough president City resident a de Blasio. I hope as our borough time Co-op who survived community. to this community go out to Co-op Signore. Louise, building three her The biggest kudos the mugging in president listened! time to send Borwho once again to return to City shareholders years ago only page 2) Please take the later as active an email to weeks (Continued on Diaz that senior center ough President as ever, said hearing your concerns and as upbeat is staythank him for

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BY JIM ROBERTS Clason Point Park in said: “To Ann famManhattan. The from wishes. She and all my Ferry service for residents traveling into thank crieffe and JASA, distant hope.

Bronx Co-op City, City remains a offering an option section of the heart ily friends in station in Co-op bottom of my from the SoundviewEast Side, to East 34th plan for a train you from the with me my 106th Route will run Upper 54 minutes The Soundview to East 90th Street on the for celebratingpouring out of love take approximately Park), birthday. The 11. The trip will (Clason Point overwhelming at Wall Street/Pier The Lower was beautifullywords to express Street, ending no begin on that date. Hook, to and there are Thank you for all from start to finish.the Lower East Side will also 11, to Corlears my gratitude. gifts and greetings.

Wall Street/Pier Island City, Queens, a 32A new route on will run from the wonderful never forget.” the in Long East Side Route East 34th Street, and end are available on It’s a day I will by Ralph Henriquez the new routes Photo Stuyvesant Cove,start to finish. Schedules for on the NYC Ferry photos accessible be more nd will minute trip from See page 8 for

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joined Ruben Diaz Jr. Borough President Andy King in saying This week, Bronx#10 and Councilman Bay Plaza Mall across in to Community Boardof an animal shelter “Thank you” a resounding us. We “no” to the building Co-op City offers for supporting from Co-op City.President Ruben Diaz Jr. Bronx Borough much you appreciate he listened! spoke up and President Diaz know howhis office at (718) 590Call Let Borough You may also with our community. @ him standinghim at webmail@bronxbp.nyc.gov. and on Facebook Bronx Borough Diaz Jr. 3500; email him on Twitter @rubendiazjr, President Ruben connect with rubendiazjr.

2018-2019 Board Committee Chairsed Have Been Appoint

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Riverbay Board of the 2018-2019 Board comand pointed the officersmade up of Board members are the year to provide mittees, which and meet during full Board’s considshareholders, for the policy recommendations part of the eration. are an important Berk.

“Board committees said Board President does,” the Board work the Board that work of the committees, “Through the mechanism to identify areas 3) page should have a (Continued on

Residents are reminded that the Co-op City Times is the official newspaper of the Riverbay Corporation. It is the vehicle through which your Board of Directors and management, and the state supervisory agency, the New York State Division of Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), communicate with you, the shareholder.

The Co-op City Times is distributed every Saturday to each townhouse door, at the elevators in the high rise buildings, and in the three community centers.

It is very important that you pick up and read your Co-op City Times to make sure you are informed about what is going on in the community, and more importantly, what your Board and management are doing to ensure fiscal responsibility, efficient delivery of services to you, the shareholders, and the proper upkeep of the development.

When you are informed, you can be prepared to discuss issues that are pertinent to you and your household at the community meetings held by the Board of Directors.

The Co-op City Times can also be read and followed online at www.issuu.com/cctimes. The Issuu app can be downloaded for your iOS and Android devices.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

Vol. 53 No. 39

Saturday, September

Proposed Animal Shelter On Bartow Wins Approval Avenue Of Planning Commis sion 29, 2018

Despite

$1.25

New Directo Of Riverba r y Grounds Dept.

a vocal, ongoing ning Commission City residents campaign by some to stop it, the Co-op city-owned animal “We have seen vote last week. path toward building shelter on Bartow issue and now the Borough President speak ued its march forward

BY TORIEA Avenue contin-a McCAUSELAND tow Avenue the Commission has approved on this With a 30-second, last week.

Michael Ambo, Animal Shelter,” the unanimous said.A “A Community City Planning Councilman Barhas been appointed a 15-year veteran of Riverbay, Commission gave vote, the New York King Board hearing heard a united as the new permanent the animal shelter its approval to on this matter of the Grounds build director department by the particular voice from Co-op City residents Avenue next to on city-owned property Riverbay’s Executive General Manager the same timeproject and location proposed, against was taken Sept. the Red Lobster restaurant.on Bartow Bob Klehammer. while at “Mike has filled excited about we recognize many Bronxites held in Lower 26th during the commission’sThe vote in ably and competently the prospect of Manhattan. meeting the period following soon as possible. during building this facilityare Both Bronx Borough passing of Donovan the illness and unfortunate as President Ruben Community Board “The Council Plummer, the Diaz Jr. and of the Grounds committee on will hold a hearing in a land tion to the proposal.#10 have expressed their Department,” said former director October 9th and opposinity to publicly Land Use Review But the city ULURP (Uniformed Mr. Klehammer.

I will have the use sub“He’s an innovative Procedure) process problem solver cerns surroundingquestion the Administration opportueither of those demonstrated his and has does not give opinions any standing this project,” Councilman on conability (Continued ect. With Planning on page 10) to stop the proj- “I have stated time and again that I will King said. wishes of the neighborhood project next goes Commission approval secured, follow the munity on this and mittees having to the New York City Council the project and all the surrounding comresidential communities. whole Council jurisdiction and, ultimately, comprojects that to the While we look impact our with the law of on to the Mayorfor a vote that would send to comply the project building an animal for his signature. ough of the Bronx, City Council we cannot, and shelter in our borposition of our representative, Member Andy King, Co-op I will not, forget local issued a statement City’s the More discussionsresidents,” King said. following the Planamong City Council at subcommittee hearings members and

BY JIM ROBERTS

Power Plant Work To TurnStarts Switchover On Heat Oct. 15

Sewer Repairs (Continued

on page 2)

on Bartow Avenue

Michael Ambo

Photo by Toriea

McCauseland

This summer’s have quickly given hot, humid days fall weather and way to crisp, cool Plant is swinging the Riverbay Power the annual switch into action to make for Co-op City from cooling to heat residents.

Air conditioning in the apartments will be turned off on Sunday Sept. 30th, and night, the Oct. 15, according heat will turn on tor of Utility Assetsto Riverbay DirecAnthony Ligato.

During that workers will use two-week period, plant to carry the outage time at the out nance work that preventive mainte- Power Plant preparing for heat Department when the plant’s can only be done change-over.

Photo by Jim Roberts of Environmental gas turbines are sewer pipes ered down.

Protection powalong Bartow to be competed Avenue earlier (DEP) crews began laying “The outage is this week. The

by Wednesday. new done to assure work is expected electricity during Photocaption by reliability of heat Fiifi Frimpongi; Photo by Brandon plant is making the winter months and ensure and Ortiz power for the nomic rate,” Ligato residents at an the ecosaid. “Although was built very the power plant well, aging issues sitate continued of the facility necesfocus on maintenance Riverbay uses activities.” a combination and outside contractors of in-house staff to do the work

BY ROZAAN 7 p.m. schedule, on a 7 a.m.

BOONE Despite a local configured for seven days a week. The chillers to news report that the winter, the are

BY ROZAAN among six neighborhoods cleaned and inspected, Co-op City is cooling tower BOONE in the city with is In an effort to and inspections levels of lead in New York City the highest present a cohesive its required are ropolitan Transportation ent Budget Office water, the New York City Independplan to the Metto make the heat. conducted on the boilers that by Authority run to improve bus was found in Co-op(IBO) said this week that no While the gas service in Co-op (MTA) on how lead Board’s City, the Riverbay Speaking to the City water in the most recent equipment is down turbines and other Power tests. holders Legislative Committee is Co-op City Times Plant to do maintenance Doug Turetsky, inviting all shareto a meeting of ical contractors on Thursday, work, mechanthe committee repair day, Sept. 29th, said: “From the Communications Director at today, Saturing properly while valves identified as not from zip IBO, 11 code a.m. to 1:30 p.m., workthat Co-op City the boilers are auditorium B. in, there were tions on some in Dreiser buildings are off-line. Inspecvery other ones – those from few tests, and on the most Shareholders who during the October equipment that can only be recent 2006 to 2016 – done no lead was found.” provided by the MTAdepend on public bus service In the September outside third-partyor May outages have to be done 2018 IBO report, by certified (Continued share their suggestionsare encouraged to attend in Tap Water Remains entitled, “Lead and on page 4) which was prepared Issue In Some City Dwellings,” the current bus routes on how best to restructure

by IBO’s (Continued to better serve This meeting is the community. on page 4) “Fast Forward being held in advance of the MTA’s Bronx Bus

BY JIM ROBERTS

IBO Says No Lead Co-op City Water In in Most Recent Tests

Open Meeting Today In Dreiser On Bus Service

(Continued

on page 2)

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

NOW ACCEPTING AETNA!!

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

accept most health insurance plans

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

Dr. Lewis Wolstein

Call:

“Se Habla Español”

718.671.7226 100 DeKruif Place

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

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Our 50th Anniversary

All those gathering for this celebration are required to bring an offering of a large dish of food, Francine Reva Jones dessert or juice to share with others (No pork and no soda, please). Kindly call 718-671-4506 or 718-320Assistant Secretary 1861 to advise us of what your contribution will be.

African garb is preferred, but not mandatory. You are Dear cooperators, encouraged to bring your family, friends and neighThe kickoff of Co-op City’s 50th Anniversary bors to celebrate with us on this occasion. begins with a Gala on Monday, December 10, at 6:00 Condolences p.m. at the beautiful Marina del Rey. The Planning My condolences are extended to the family of Ms. Committee is working diligently to assure that it will Judith Glass of Building 20, who passed away on be a fabulous event and that all attending will have a November 20th. The homegoing services took place fantastic time. You might still be able to purchase a on December 1st. She was a mother, a recently ticket for $125 at www.co-opcitygala.eventbrite.com. retired school teacher and the former treasurer of the Tables for ten people can receive a discount. A lim- Building 20 Association. Judith was a warm, friendly ited number of discount tickets are available for person and will be missed.

The passing of former President George H. W. shareholders who qualify under SCRIE and DRIE. Also, arrangements have been made for FREE transportation to and from the Gala. For more information, call 347-913-4226. Be a part of the celebration of our community, the largest affordable cooperative in the country. I look forward to greeting you or you greeting me. It promises to be an unforgettable affair.

Co-op City Times Apologies are extended to the shareholders who did not receive their copy of the Co-op City Times in a timely fashion last Saturday. The delivery truck broke down on Saturday and, as a result, many residents did not receive the paper until Saturday afternoon. This affected the community centers as well. I passed a gentleman in the Bartow Community Center near the Co-op City Times newspaper stand. He was quite upset about being without his reliable Co-op City Times to read that morning. Not knowing at that time what happened regarding the delivery, I told the gentleman that I would inquire as to why the newspaper was not delivered. All cooperators should have received the CC Times at some time on Saturday.

There has been a notable improvement in the presentation and display of the CC Times. It is quite nice.

Thanks to the editor and staff.

Compensation to Building #33 Shareholders Most Building #33 shareholders have been presented with $100 to offset the cost of alternative cookware as a result of their gas lines being shut off due to a gas leak. Those who were not, can make arrangements to receive the funds at a later date. It is my understanding that many residents refused the money. Whether or not the residents accepted the payment, I trust that the residents of Building #33 had an enjoyable Native Day on November 22nd.

Latin Jazz Affair Thanks to everyone who attended and/or supported the African-American Association’s Latin Jazz Affair last Saturday, featuring Steven Kroon and his band. Although it was a BYOBB affair, the Fundraising Committee decided to contribute light refreshments. It was nice to see so many folks enjoying the live music and dancing. The winner of the 5050 raffle took home over $160. Congratulations to her! Many guests commented on what a wonderful time they had. The association thanks the Fundraising Committee of Ellen Boone, Cynthia Dixon and Reva Jones for presenting a successful event.

Kwanzaa Celebration Please plan to attend the 22nd Annual Kwanzaa Celebration sponsored by the Coalition of AfricanAmerican Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City Inc., the Riverbay Fund and others. The event will be held on Saturday, December 29, at 3:00 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center. The event will be hosted by Co-op City’s lovely Ebony Raé Lambright and will feature guest speaker NY State Senator Jamaal Bailey, as well as the Bokandeye African-American Dance Theater. You will partake in the Kwanzaa Ceremony, meet, greet and support the vendors, dance with our Kwanzaa dancers and enjoy the delicious Karamu Feast.

Director’s Viewpoint

Bush on November 30, 2018 at the age of 94 was a momentous occurrence in America. In addition to being the 41st President, he also served in the military and was a Republican congressman, national party chairman, pioneering diplomat and spy chief.

He was a dedicated leader and the American flag is flying half-staff in his honor.

Building Associations Please attend your building association meetings.

It is where you can meet and greet your neighbors as well as obtain important information about your building and our community.

Hanukah Greetings.

Contact Should you have concerns that you wish to discuss, you may contact me at: fjones@riverbayboard.com or 718-671-5957.

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Broun Place Townhouse Association

Chanukah week 2018 is coming to a close, just enough time to send you and all who celebrate Chanukah “Happy Chanukah” in peace. Here’s to a heroine in our community, Michelle Marbury – keep an eye on this wonderful person. This week, we are specifically crediting her for not giving up in the pursuit of creating a caroling tradition in Co-op City. Be listening and come sing along, Friday, December 21.

Broun Place’s January meeting spotlights New York State Assemblyperson Michael Benedetto. Come January 16th to our home. You will hear plans for Co-op City and have first-hand answers. Neighbors, thank you in advance for coming and joining us with new issues, January 16th. Read the Co-op City Times cover-to-cover for community news and updates. It is truly an essential weekly habit to do.

Broun Place residents are lighting up for the holidays. The most popular new displays are the rotating projection decorations.

The oral history project does not end with the gala event December 10th. Oh no, this historical project will be ongoing and part of the Bronx Historical Society and Library. If you moved to Co-op City between 1968-1973, you are a pioneer and likely have a story to tell. 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.

Yes, sadly, the construction of the animal shelter is a done deal. Our residents and residents of the senior housing have to endure the noise and inconvenience.

Broun Place executive committee’s president and vice president are strongly against the animal shelter construction on Bartow Avenue. The main point here is the location site. That is it! Why build on Bartow Avenue that is already footby-foot congestion and noise? Where will the construction trucks and equipment fit? Both your president and vice president are animal friendly people. We stood for Co-op City citizens’ best interest.

Our secretary, Reverend Grace Emanuel, “passed” this along to us: supporting higher education, Municipal Credit Union announces that they are accepting applications for their 2019 MCU Scholarship Program! This year, MCU will award $71,000 in scholarship grants to college-bound graduating high school seniors, including nine memorial scholarships worth $5,000 each and thirteen grants of $2,000 each respectively. The deadline for scholarship submissions is end of business day on Friday, January 4, 2019. Access the MCU website for information.

Please step-up to clean-up and show pride in our neighborhood. There are litter bins on the corners and in the basketball court. Let’s use those receptacles!

We pick up what is on our way walking and inevitably bottles, bags and paper are picked up. Remember, if you see something, say something! Thank you, Public Safety, for responding to our call when teens were in the tot-lot park abusing the equipment. Neighbors, get your flu shot!

—Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

Election of Officers – During the general membership meeting in September, the executive board was voted in for a two year term. President, Maxine Sullivan; vice president, Lisa Norman; Secretary, Carol Campbell; treasurer, Jewel Crawford-Duncan; financial secretary, Jeannie Kempson, and sergeant-at-arms, Donald Fuller.

New Cooperators – Welcome, all new cooperators. We look forward to seeing you at the next general membership meeting.

General Membership Meeting: At the general membership meeting on Tuesday, November 27, our guest speaker was Mr. Anthony Barzelatto, Riverbay’s director of safety. Mr. Barzelatto enlightened us about many issues regarding safety, including limiting the use of extension cords and candles, ensure appliances have a UL label and everyone should have a fire extinguisher in their apartment.

4th Annual Holiday Toy Drive – We are accepting Holiday Shelter toy donations for newborns to 18 years old. Donations will be accepted every Monday and Thursday from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. in the association room. The last day to drop off donations will be Monday, December 17. Please see flyer posted in the building lobby.

Holiday Gift Collection for Building 10 Workers: The Holiday Gift Collection for the Building 10 workers will be held in Building 10C on December 12th at 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. You can also bring donations to the Building 10 Association room on Monday and Thursday from 5 p.m.-8 p.m.

Mental Health Training – On January 26, 2019, from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., a training session on Mental Health will be held in the Building 10 Association room.

This training will teach participants how to help adults experiencing anxiety, depression, psychosis, and substance use disorder. All participants must register prior to the training. Class size is limited. Participants will receive a certificate for completing the 8-hour course. Light refreshments will be served. Please see the flyer in the lobby for more information.

We would like to wish all December babies, a very happy birthday.

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

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

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

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Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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Don’t Sublet Your Apartment

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson Some cooperators might think that they can buy a house in another state and then secretly sublet their apartment in Co-op City. But, as you’ll see, they might encounter a lot of problems with their illegal transaction and with Riverbay.

It’s Not Worth It Some people across the city have moved out of their apartment and then they placed rental ads on a few websites. Next, they quietly subleted their apartment to someone that they found online. Thereafter, they encountered a tremendous amount of trouble. So, let’s check out a few stories so that you can see what happened when they let other people use their apartment.

To start, a tenant subleted their apartment to someone. Shortly, thereafter, they found out that the subtenant was dirty, loud, and rude. Regardless, the guy wound up staying in that apartment for over a year.

In another case, a tenant moved out and wanted to do a favor for a friend. A favor? Yes, the friend asked if her granddaughter could stay in that apartment. So, as a favor, the tenant allowed the granddaughter to move into the apartment. And, within moments, the granddaughter let her boyfriend move in with her.

The tenant then found out about that arrangement and told them both to leave. Thereafter, the granddaughter and her boyfriend boldly told the tenant that they were not going to leave the apartment. So, the tenant had no choice, but to seek legal advice on how to get rid of these outrageous subtenants.

Those cases were bad. But, you might want to sit down for this next case because it is a horror story.

Ready? A tenant was going away on a work-related trip for two months. So, she decided to sublet her apartment to a lady that she found online. When the tenant returned, she walked up the stairs and found that her door was chainlocked. Moreover, the subletter would not let her back into the apartment. The police were then called and she was able to get inside of her apartment.

Inside the apartment, the tenant found out that the subletter’s boyfriend had moved in with the subletter. Additionally, the subletter brought seven cats into that two-bedroom apartment. Then, the subletter told the tenant that she was not going to leave.

Moreover, the subletter told the tenant that she was not going to pay the $2,000 monthly rent or any rent.

So, the tenant had to live with the subletter, the subletter’s boyfriend, and the seven cats.

Then, amazingly, the subletter went to court and claimed that she was being harassed because the tenant allegedly would not allow her to keep food in the refrigerator. Now, stop! I want you to take a guess what the judge did after this subletter claimed that she was being harassed. Well, believe it or not, the judge issued an order of protection against the tenant.

So, the tenant stayed in her room and the subletter and her crew stayed in the other room. Plus, the tenant had to pay the rent. Then, after several months and after several television investigations, this subletter decided to move out of this tenant’s apartment.

Horrible, right? Now, can you see what can happen when you violate regulations and illegally bring someone into your apartment? Can you see that there are some monstrous people online that are waiting for an opportunity to move into your apartment to avoid paying rent? Yes, your monthly carrying charges might be high. But, that does not give anyone that lives here the right to bring in a subletter and let them live here.

Bottom line: Riverbay would have commenced legal action to immediately evict the cooperator and everyone living in that apartment. Additionally, the cooperator would have received numerous community complaints in response to a sublet. So, please learn a lesson from these horrible cases and do not sublet your apartment to anyone. Also, please do not place ads anywhere to sublet your apartment. Thank you.

Building Upgrades – 2019 Just recently, I received a complaint that an intercom system had malfunctioned in one of our buildings. So, I’m glad that management has announced that all

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 family.

Wishing a happy and safe holiday season to you all.

Our November association meeting was held on the 29th. I truly thank all 31 members in attendance: Wanda Rodriguez, Shirley Wells, Gwen Anderson, Eloise Coleman, Helen Blakes, Mary Walker, Daisy McCoy, Barbara Cloud, Jackie Lattie, Ellen Wilkins, Barbara Nesby, Patsy Barker, Marva Malone, Angela Battle, Karen Blanchette, Evelyn Mavins, Mitzi Cleare, Rosemary Bailey, Robert & Janice Rosario, Richard & Janet Yarrell, Shirley & Marilyn Ringel, Linda & Jaime Holley, Shirley Johnson, Ghonnette Gibson, Neil Offen and Lonnie Woods.

Our guest speaker was Toma Kastrati, director, Maintenance Department.

The first portion of Mr. Kastrati’s presentation was focused on an overview of the Maintenance department areas of responsibility and staffing — gas safety, gas leak protocols and upcoming changes to the New York City Code requirements, and recent events in Building 9 relative to gas leaks and line repair work, as well as the Building 33 gas shut down, in general.

The next portion of the presentation was devoted to heating and air conditioning information. The final portion was to address questions and concerns.

The presentation was thorough and articulated in easy-to-understand terms.

Questions and concerns were addressed and/or referred for resolution. Thank you, Mr. Kastrati.

We discussed the 2018 staff collections. We will continue to collect next week Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. We greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness and generosity. All funds will be distributed equally among our eight assigned building staff. Evening volunteers are needed.

We discussed our members-only 3rd Annual Year-end celebration scheduled for tonight, Saturday, December 8th, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. We will honor Christmas, Kwanzaa, Chanukah and Three Kings celebrants. As always, the tables are designated by centerpieces. Please feel free to sit wherever you are comfortable.

Let’s enjoy our time together chatting, laughing and sharing our stories. When we know each other better, we treat each other better.

Lobby decorations will be put up during the week of December 17th.

At the time of this writing, Community Board #10 was scheduled to meet in Co-op City on December 3rd. Details to follow.

Also, the Buildings & Grounds Committee is scheduled to meet on December 4th. Details to follow.

Remember, safety and security first. Be aware of your surroundings.

We are one. Somos unidos.

—Linda Collins

of our buildings and apartments will receive a new intercom system. The intercom system in the apartments will be installed by our workers.

In the lobbies, contractors will install devices that will easily open the doors to our buildings. The double doors on the exterior portion of our buildings will be replaced with a single door. And, this door will open with just the push of a button. Also, key fobs will be used to open these doors. Lastly, it should take about four weeks to install these devices in our buildings.

Montefiore in Dreiser Loop Moving To Bay Plaza The Montefiore Medical Group in Dreiser Loop has announced that they will be moving in January 2019 to Bay Plaza.

Co-op City Times – Late Delivery The Co-op City Times was delivered late to our community last Saturday, December 2, because a truck broke down.

Close Before you get into your vehicle, please consider that some people might, no, make that will be under the influence of alcohol while they’re driving during this holiday season. Therefore, you should have a good plan of action to help you avoid getting angry when they cut you off and when you see them driving in a very aggressive manner.

Lastly, I want to thank everyone for making Co-op City look really nice during this holiday season.

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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Building 32 Association

Decorations Building 32A will be decorating for the holidays on Saturday, December 8, at 10 a.m. Building 32B will be decorating on Friday, December 14, at 11:00 a.m.

Volunteers are needed to transform our lobbies into a beautiful, cheerful place.

Please help.

Holidays Some buildings collect money for the porters and lobby attendants. This building does not. Please think about these individuals who work tirelessly thoroughout the year to give us a clean, pleasant, and safe environment. A token of appreciation is always remembered and appreciated and these folks deserve it.

Good manners Please do not slam your apartment doors or the hallway doors. Please take your boxes to the basement where they belong. Please don’t steal the laundry carts. Please pick up your dryer sheets so others don’t fall. Please come down to remove your laundry from the machines when you should. Please care about others.

We do not exist in a vacuum.

—Lorna Smith

Building 21 Association Happy Holiday Season!

Please be informed of the following dates: Think Tank, Fridays, 8:30 p.m. (in The Gathering Room); Friday, December 7th – OPEN; Friday, December 14th – OPEN; Friday, December 21st – OPEN. Carolers, come and prepare for our “2ndAnnual Christmas Caroling with The Section 4 Partnership;” Friday, December 28th – CLOSED; and Friday, January 4th – OPEN. Decorating Day! Decorating Day! – Saturday, December 8 (9 a.m. sharp).

Holiday Decorations will be left up to enjoy through Sunday, January 6 (The Epiphany/Little Christmas).

Decorations come down – Tuesday, January 8th (2 – 4 p.m.). Toast to the New Year, January 8th after the decorations are stored.

21 Association General Session Meeting — (Note: Fourth Thursday each month). Thursday, January 24, 7 p.m.

The Section 4 Partnership of Co-op City is planning its 2nd Annual Christmas Caroling Extravaganza and activities for the remainder of 2018.

The date has been changed to Friday, December 21. The Section 4 Partnership meets Fridays, at 7:00 p.m. in “The Gathering Room” in the rear lobby of Building 21B (120 Bellamy Loop). All are welcomed. Our Christmas Extravaganza is sponsored by Bartow Chiropractic Group, The Bagel Café at Bay Plaza, Bartow Liquors, Altice Optimum and The Riverbay Fund.

FYI, all monies collected are installed in the association’s bank account.

Monies collected for the association are used expressly for 21 Association gatherings. Holiday gift collections (i.e., porters, lobby attendants, etc.) are the responsibility of each floor individually and should be handled by the floor captains.

If you have questions regarding The 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call: 347.504.1821.

Attend the monthly general meetings in “The Gathering Room,” in the rear of the B-section at 7 p.m. Everyone from all buildings plan to come and join us at Building 21 sometime. Bring a friend. “Each one of us, multiplied by all of us, equals “A Force For Good.” See you around the neighborhood!

—Michelle Marbury

Rivers Run Community Garden

I walked the grounds of Rivers Run with some of the other winter gardeners last Saturday and found that it is still so beautiful: Various hues of brown and gray, sleeping fruits trees full of promise, some herbs fairing through the cold culminated into something so peaceful. At times, it felt like we were in conversation with the wind —whispering plans for next season. Ideas where we continue to grow an engaged community. At Rivers Run, we welcome your suggestions for this open air classroom, we welcome your volunteerism and we welcome your laughter.

The Botanical Gardens is having their annual train show alongside the graduation ceremony for the “Grow More Vegetables” program. This year, we’d like to congratulate Michelle Sajous and Lois Colon for completing the program. Get your tickets by contacting Bronx Green Up. Hope to see you at the year-end celebration. Bring a dish and your enthusiasm.

Important dates (All are welcome): • 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.

• Earth Day Parade – April 20, 2019 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 13 Association

Remember, “Tis the season to be jolly” so stop by the table as we begin collecting donations in December. Show your appreciation. Please check the bulletin board for exact dates and times. If you would like to volunteer, please see the flyer and contact our vice president, Vivian Campbell. Information will be posted in the lobby. Thanks again for your dedication and commitment to Building 13.

Our Annual Holiday Celebration will be held on December 29, 7 p.m.-11 p.m.

Just come and enjoy the festivities. If you choose, bring your favorite dish; we welcome your contribution. All are welcome. Yes, you and friends!

Building 13 Association Inc. presents Holiday Fun for the children. Come prepared to craft and be creative. Place: Association room, 100 Casals Place.

Date: Saturday, December 22. Time: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Women Keeping It Real was held on Saturday, December 1, in the association room, located at 100 Casals Place. Our meeting was inspiring, insightful and informative. We welcomed a guest from Mississippi and learned about what’s happening there. This gathering of women of all ages exchanged interesting information, empowered and encouraged each other. We try to meet every two months (in the winter, weather permitting). Join us! The atmosphere is fun, the refreshments delectable and the topics varied. We welcome new guests, but you must be 18 and over to participate. Something on your mind? Let’s talk.

We will be holding auditions to select approximately 30 dancers to see how Co-op City can “LEVEL UP.” For those of you who don’t know what that means, ask your kids, grandkids or the youth in your building. Flyers will be going out January so get ready.

Double Dutch Holiday Classic at the World Famous Apollo Theater, Sunday, December 2, was awesome. There were performers from domestic and international Double Dutch groups, such as Ohio, North Carolina and Japan. Thank you, Riverbay Community Relations, and the Riverbay Fund. This is an amazing experience for the youth.

I will keep reminding you until we get it right!! New York City has a leash and curb your dog law and so does Co-op City. With that being said, we ask that you be considerate of your neighbors and curb and pick up after your dog. “Curb” does not mean under the portico or in the grass and remember your dog should be on a leash at all times. If you see an infraction, please contact CCPD immediately. We do not see everything, so please be our additional eyes. If you see something, say something Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc.

Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. Contacts: Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801; Vivian Campbell, 718-671-3012, or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370, (daddpeterson@aol.com), or email us at building13assoc@yahoo.com.

Thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

Debs Place Townhouse Association

The Debs Place Townhouse Association will hold its December meeting on Thursday evening, December 13. Our meeting place will be room 1 of the Dreiser Center. Our guest speaker will be Anthony Barzelatto, director of Riverbay’s Safety Department.

Mr. Barzelatto was suggested to us by our previous guest, Lois English, director of the Dreiser CSO, as a good source of information about how Riverbay deals with the many safety issues faced by our shareholders and management, some of which affect our townhouses.

We want to apologize to those who have had difficulties locating our meeting sites in the past few months. Our September meeting, which was to take place on Primary Day, was a complete fiasco. We were asked by the Riverbay Scheduling Office to relocate our meeting from room 1 to room 10, but nobody unlocked room 10 nor was it set up for our meeting. We ended up having our meeting in the hallway. We had to cancel our October meeting due to inclement weather.

When we arrived for our November meeting, we found room 1, our scheduled meeting place, locked and there was no porter available to open it and to set up our chairs. Fortunately, our speaker, CSO Director English, arrived early. She had the key needed to open the room and although chairs had not been set up for us, we managed to make do. We hope that things will be straightened out for the December meeting so we advise those interested in attending to come to room 1.

We will contact the Scheduling Office and try to make sure that things are prepared for our meeting.

Our meeting is to start with a business agenda, announcements, a Treasurer’s Report and the collection of the $10 per family annual dues (in cash, please). The business portion of the meeting will begin at 7:00 p.m. Our speaker is expected at 7:30 p.m. We hope to see lots of Debs Townhouse residents and we wish all a happy and healthy holiday season.

—Nels Grumer

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Building 19 Association

Hello, Building 19 family. I want to wish our Jewish neighbors a Happy Hanukkah. As we come close to the end of the eight-day Holy holiday, I’m saddened by the recent news of the rise of harassments and attacks on our Jewish brethren in New York City. Although our building and Co-op City as a whole has not seen any violence against our Jewish neighbors as reported in the media, it’s important to remember that we must stand up against the darkness of the world that seeks to engulf us all, be it Jew or Gentile. Author Robert Altinger’s memorable Hanukkahthemed quote is, “The darkness of the whole world cannot swallow the glowing of a candle.”

Regardless of if you’re Jewish or not, let us keep those powerful words within our hearts and remember that the light within us, like the light of a menorah, can keep the darkness at bay.

I want to thank Chief Joseph Riley and Lieutenant Pam Apollo of Riverbay’s Department of Public Safety for attending our November 16th general meeting to address cooperators’ concerns about the spike in violence during the month of October. Their updates about Public Safety’s action plan to counteract the violent crimes and tips on how to stay safe are valuable tools that will benefit Co-op City residents.

On a separate issue, I also want to thank those who volunteered last Saturday to replace the Halloween decorations with those celebrating Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukkah. Everyone worked hard to transform our lobby to convey the spirit of the holidays.

Next Friday is our End-of-the-Year party, which will consist of a condensed 20-minute general meeting followed by an opportunity for the members to have fun by eating some good food and cutting loose (okay, not too loose). The event will be held 7 p.m. - 11 p.m. We are asking people to donate a dish. Please contact me at 917-442-9526 to let me know what you plan to bring. On the day of the party, we’ll be selling raffles tickets (1 ticket for $2 and 3 tickets for $5) in which one person will be randomly chosen to win a $50 gift card prize.

This month, the association will have its annual holiday collection for the porters, who work diligently to keep our building clean. This annual collection is our way of collectively thanking them for their hard work. The collection will held in the lobby on Sat., 12/8, 12 p.m.-6 p.m.; Thurs., 12/13, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. and Sat., 12/15, 2 p.m.-6 p.m.

We are asking for a suggested donation of $5, but whatever amount you can give will be greatly appreciated. Additional volunteers are needed for the holiday lobby collection. If you’re available for any of the aforementioned dates, please contact me.

Our association has a Facebook group and we encourage you to join. To be a part of our Facebook group, type “Building 19 Association” in Facebook’s search engine and request to join.

—Leon Tulton I hope to see you at next Friday’s party.

Newsong Church

This Sunday’s Schedule: Location: 135 Einstein Loop. Discounted parking available in Garage 8. Kidsong available in rm. 49. Deaf Interpretation available during adult service. Join us on December 23 at 11 a.m. for our Christmas presentation, “A Bronx Christmas Tale.”

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

“A Christmas Promise” 6 Both of them were righteous in the sight of God, observing all the Lord’s commands and decrees blamelessly. 7 But they were childless because Elizabeth was not able to conceive, and they were both very old. 8 Once when Zechariah’s division was on duty and he was serving as priest before God, 9 he was chosen by lot, according to the custom of the priesthood, to go into the temple of the Lord and burn incense... 11 Then an angel of the Lord appeared to him, standing at the right side of the altar of incense. 12 When Zechariah saw him, he was startled and was gripped with fear. 13 But the angel said to him: “Do not be afraid, Zechariah; your prayer has been heard. Your wife Elizabeth will bear you a son, and you are to call him John. –Luke 1:6-13 (NIV) It’s easy to love and serve God when things are going your way. It tends to be more difficult when it seems that your prayer isn’t being answered. Luke tells us that Zechariah and Elizabeth were unable to have a child in their youth, and now they were very old. In the first century, having children was considered a sign of God’s blessing. To not have children in this culture, would have caused emotional devastation, financial danger, and cultural disgrace. Yet even under these circumstances we’re told that Zechariah and Elizabeth faithfully loved and served God, while they were praying for God to bless them with a son.

Often, when people don’t get the answer they want from God, they get angry with God, and even stop serving Him. God always answers prayer. His answer is either “yes,” “no,” or “not now.” I can only imagine how hard it must have been for Zechariah and Elizabeth, as prayer after prayer, was answered with “not now.”

You see, God’s timing is perfect. It’s His job to answer, it’s our job to love and serve Him while we’re waiting for His answer! If you’re going through a particularly difficult season, and you’re praying to God, I want to encourage you to keep praying! God is faithful, and He keeps His promises. Elizabeth’s name means “God of the oath.” Zechariah’s name means “God remembers.” When you put them together their name means “God remembers His oath!”

God kept His promise, and John (which means “God is gracious”) was born.

John became “John the Baptist” who prepared the people for the coming of Jesus! God is gracious, and He will always keep His promises! Stand on His word and keep praying!

—Pastor Mike Tolone

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

Emergency: 718-671-3050 www.ccpd.us

Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 @CCPDnyc

Bronx County Chorus Presents…

Bronx County Chorus, formerly Parkchester Chorus, directed

by Miles Fellenberg and assistant director Christian Aquino presents their winter program, “Christmas Around the World,” December 9th at 4 p.m., First Lutheran Church, 3075 Baisley Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461. Tickets are $15 general admission, $10 seniors and students. Tickets are available at those prices till midnight December 8 at worldchristmas.brownpapertickets.com.

December 9th prices are $20, general admission, and $15, seniors and students. This program features music to light up your holiday spirit and remind you of “days gone by.” The church is accessible by bus (#Bx5 or Q50) or car. This chorus is truly the longest running chorus in the Bronx, having gotten its start in 1939.

Members are from Westchester County, Co-op City, Parkchester, Throggs Neck and all over this area. Interested in joining? You may try us out in mid-January. Check out the website for more specifics.

For the first time, winter Outreach was performed at Kings Harbor MultiCare Center. Photos and a video clip appeared on the Kings Harbor Facebook page and photos were in The Bronx Times. Again, this year’s holiday musical feast is a potpourri of world holiday classics that should bring smiles and remind you of holiday memories. In spring, Bronx County Chorus hopes to do two Outreach programs: one at Schuyler House off Bruckner Blvd. and Tremont Avenue and Kings Harbor MultiCare, 2000 Gun Hill Road. These will be announced. The Bronx County Chorus will be saluting Disney this spring. The Bronx County Chorus is made possible with public funds from the Bronx Council On The Arts. Please direct questions to www.bronxcountrychorus.org.

Greetings, neighbors!

To all of our Jewish neighbors and friends, we wish you a Blessed and Happy Hanukkah.

Lobby Decorators – Thank you to all of our lobby decorator volunteers and especially to Myrna, our master holiday decorator, for the fabulous job you all did in decorating both the A and B sides of our building. It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas!

Holiday Collections – We will have another holiday collection for our hard working porters, maintenance and lobby attendants on Saturday, December 8. Thank you to our neighbors for your generous contributions this past Saturday. If you have not had an opportunity to contribute, please stop by the table in the lobby this Saturday when our building association volunteers will be available to collect your monetary contributions.

Next General Association Meeting – Our next general building association meeting is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, December 11, at 7 p.m. in the association room located behind Building 2B. Light refreshments will be served. We look forward to seeing you at this meeting.

We extend a hearty “Welcome” to our new neighbors, Cheers to those celebrating a birthday or other celebratory event during the month of December and, we offer our sincere Condolences to those who have suffered a loss.

—Georgianna Rodriguez

Building 2A and 2B Association

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Ghanaian Association of Co-op City

Free Party: Preparations are underway for this year’s Christmas Party and Love Feast. All Ghanaians in Co-op City are invited. You don’t need to be a member to attend. And it is FREE for everyone!

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 December 22nd – FREE End of Year Party/Love Feast Dues: Members are reminded to pay your dues. You can now pay using credit card. Pay the entire year dues now and get a discount.

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

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

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Coop Ghanama OR http://www.facebook.com/ gacc2013 —Seth Osei-Fosu

Black Forum

Food Pantry Update Many of us need help putting food on the table at times. Please consider visiting https://www.foodbanknyc.org/get-help/ to find soup kitchens and other food support services. The locations may require some travel to their facility.

There is no shame in asking for help. We are each other’s neighbor. Black Forum is still working on reopening the pantry. Don’t give up hope because we haven’t!

Defensive Driving Classes The next class is Saturday, December 8, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd floor, rm. 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. Walkins 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. Call (718) 320-8035. Kindly leave your name, telephone number and brief message.

Nordic Lodge & Mohegan Sun Casino Trip Join us Saturday, August 17, 2019, for an amazing dining experience at the award-winning Nordic Lodge, in Charlestown, RI. Enjoy 2-hours of an all-youcan-eat seafood, plus buffet with lobster, prime rib, specialty desserts and more!

The fun continues at Mohegan Sun Casino; $170 includes dining, shopping & round-trip coach transportation. Three payments due: 1/25/19 ($60), 2/22/19 ($55) & 3/22/19, ($55). Please make checks payable to ‘Black Forum of CO-OP City’ and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475. NO REFUNDS. Pick-up and drop-off at Dreiser, Asch Loop and Section 5. Please call 917-209-5334 or 718320-0033 if you have questions.

Harrah’s Casino, Chester, PA Saturday, December 8. Boarding times are as follows: Dreiser Loop: 8:45 a.m., Asch Loop: 9:10 a.m., Einstein/Section 5: 9:20 a.m. Call 718-320-0033 or 917-209-5334, if you have any questions. Kindly leave your name, telephone number and brief message.

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

—D. Illis

Building 22A & B Association

With the help of volunteers, both lobbies in the buildings were decorated.

Thank you all. Lobby attendants and maintenance staff gratitude collection will be December 13, from 6-8 p.m. on the ‘A’ side. The ‘B’ side will post the dates and time. Reminder to be careful going and coming from shopping.

Please check your intercom. If not working call maintenance. They may need to replace your parcel.

Planned Activities December 15 is game night. Pokeno in the association room on the ‘B’ side at 6 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

January 19, 2019. Trip to Resorts World Catskills. Cost $40 pp.; $20 rebate slot voucher and $10 food voucher. See bulletin board for more information.

January 28, 2019. Next meeting and safety preparedness. All are welcome.

Happy birthday to all. Prayers to all who lost loved ones. Get-well greetings to the sick and shut-in. If you see something, say something.

—Betty Leak

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, January 8, 2019 at noon in the Dreiser Community Center, room 15. We are requesting that all members attend. Please watch this column for further information. It is important that two representatives be sent from each organization to attend all Coalition meetings.

We will be hosting our annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday, December 29, at 3 p.m. in room 31, 2049 Bartow Ave., 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).

Coalition members attending the Kwanzaa celebration are requested to bring an offering of a large main dish of food or dessert, 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.

Ms. Stewart wishes everyone Happy Holidays, and a prosperous new year.

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 the Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition’s motto is “Coming together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working together is Success.”

—Harman T. Leacock

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African American Association

Great Event!! programs and encourages your participation.

Last week, we had an amazing event with Steven Acting Classes – Children’s and Adult classes are Kroon and his band (photo below and on page 6). We 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 first and third Tuesdays in Einstein, Section #5. Call Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

Institute for Youth/Adult Study Group—Meets every second and fourth Monday Dreiser Center, room are still getting rave reviews and some are saying we #15, 7 p.m. Contact Heru Maat - herumaat@msn.com.

Karaoke – Fridays, 7:30 p.m., Dreiser Center, rm. have to do this again. Do you think we should? Let us know. There is so much we need to do and we want to 15. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Salsa Class – Saturdays, 10:00 a.m., Dreiser Loop include you. Are you still waiting to become a member? Why are you waiting? Now is the best time to Auditorium A. Call Keith, 917-561-6211.

Specialized Workshops /Programs – Life Group become a member. Setting aside the discounts you receive to most of our functions, the information and workshops (Understanding My Money/My Relationpride of membership to the African-American Associ- ships/My Politics/My Culture. For more information, contact Kevin @ 646-721-8185. ation is unmeasurable.

Yoga And Zumba – Classes on Saturday start at Culture, economics, health and education will continue to be our focus in 2018/19. Portions of our 10:00 a.m. in Dreiser Center, room #2.

General Membership Meeting – The next meeting meetings may be recorded in order to archive some events. Our new number for the African-American will be Monday, January 21, 2019. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please read our weekly column for Association is 929-430-3255.

It is time for membership dues. It is important that updates. Also, if you wish to join or update your memyou remember that membership dues are how we are bership, please send a check or money order (DO NOT able to run programs that inspire health, education MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership or $25 and culture. Support your African-American Associ- for families to: African-American Association of Coop City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY ation.

For more information, email us at aaaccpower 10475. Donations are welcomed. Like us on Facebook: CoopcityAfricanamericanassoc/email us at: aaac@gmail.com.

The association sponsors the following ongoing cpower@gmail.com. —Kevin Lambright

Co-op City Working Families

Last Meetings/Next Meeting At our November meeting, we were treated to a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the world of elected office when Martha Ayon, campaign manager for Jumaane Williams’ primary run for NYS Lieutenant Governor, wowed us with her non-stop knowledge. Due in no small part to the efforts of Martha Ayon — the first woman of color to run a statewide campaign, Jumaane came incredibly close to a win. Thank you, star-maker Martha Ayon, for joining us at our last meeting (below).

At our October meeting, we got a fabulous threefer when Ray Raimundi and David Roush gave us a double whammy of political-news-anchor insight and about-to-be-inducted Naita Semaj told of her Co-op City upbringing and justice journey. We’ll be seeing the dynamic news duo at the December 10th Gala this Monday when David emcees the affair. Then, in January, let’s genteelly cheer-on Naita Semaj as she becomes Judge Semaj.

Our December 11th meeting will have no guest speaker, but we will have a special surprise! Come and see what it is…no, it’s not cake. Sure, there will be cake, but that’s no surprise! Aside from surprises, one of the subjects of this Tuesday’s meeting will be the NYC Public Advocate vacancy. The position opens in January with a special election following shortly thereafter. At this moment, there is a huge list of candidates in the running. That means it’s time to get busy planning yet another Candidates’ Forum/Debate right here in Co–op City so we can hear from as many of the contenders as possible. Martha Ayon has promised to provide everyone’s contact information for the crowded stage. Another issue on the agenda is upcoming local,

state, and federal legislation on the 2019 horizon. Holiday cheer will also be on the agenda. Join us!

The Co-op City Working Families Mission 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 Details Our next meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 11. Working Families/Indivisible Co-op City meetings are usually held on the fourth Tuesday of each month — but not in December! Remember, you don’t have to have a family or a job to join us, you can be single and retired and still join Working Families. All progressives are welcome. This Tuesday, December 11, Section 5, Einstein Center, room 35, at 7:00 p.m.

—Mary Pearson

Open Door Ministries

Jesus - God Saves Full sermon at opendoorministries.net

Matthew 1:21 She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.” Jesus is the Greek form of Joshua, which means the Lord saves.

Isaiah 42:1 “Here is my servant, whom I uphold, my chosen one in whom I delight; Jesus as described in this chapter of Isaiah had God’s favor. He is called God’s servant due to his obedience and desire to do God’s will. He promised to keep Jesus strengthened and upright.

I will put my spirit on him, and he will bring justice to the nations. Jesus did not simply do as he pleased. He was led by the Holy Spirit and here we see the Holy Trinity working together. God the father sends Jesus and the Holy Spirit empowers him for service. One of Jesus’ roles yet to be fulfilled is to bring justice throughout the world. No political party, but a divine monarchy.

2 He will not shout or cry out or raise his voice in the streets. Contrary to many of the “ministers” today, Jesus was not a loudmouth, braggart or in your face. He sought to help humbly without shouting out what he was doing. Even when he healed people he would tell them not to tell anyone. He was not concerned about the show but only doing what he was sent to do.

3 A bruised reed he will not break, and a smoldering wick he will not snuff out. Jesus was not about hurting people or calling out their sins. Those that sought him with a penitent heart found healing, comfort and forgiveness. He would not add suffering to their burdens. The demon-possessed, prostitutes, thieves and political zealots felt comfortable in his presence.

In faithfulness, he will bring forth justice; Jesus demonstrated loyalty to God in the most adverse circumstances. He was belittled by his brothers and forsaken by his countrymen, yet he consistently delivered a message of salvation and justice. Even while being killed he offered mercy and paradise to one that rightly deserved punishment.

4 He will not falter or be discouraged till he establishes justice on earth. Jesus was single-minded about his purpose and was not easily discouraged as we so often are. He knew that in the end God would be victorious and he was the fulfillment of God’s plan. He did not succumb to emotional negativity or wallow in self-pity for not being accepted.

In his teaching the islands will put their hope. There will not be a location so far removed that Jesus will be unable to save. There will be a yearning and hunger to hear his voice and be in fellowship with Him. Sunday services are at 11 a.m. in Bartow Community Center, room 28.

Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring Program has resumed. Contact Pastor Luis by text 917-334-4407 or email opendoorministries.net.

Blessings in Christ.

—Pastor Luis Ramos

Building 25 Association

The holidays are upon us and it is the time for giving as well as receiving. Our building association will be collecting donations for our porters, maintenance, security and grounds people who see to the needs of our surrounding area.

Donate what you feel you are able to give, none is too small, giving comes from the heart. Please look for the posting regarding dates when the people from our association will be collecting.

We wish all persons born in December a Happy Birthday, and for those who have been under the weather, we hope you get better soon.

Our next meeting will be scheduled for Tuesday, December 18, 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 is $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: “Christmas waves a magic wand over this world and behold everything is softer and more beautiful.” —Norman Vincent Peale —Wanda Bailey

Happy holidays to everyone in Building 6. Our lobby is starting to give you that holiday cheer with all the lights, decorations, and Christmas tree we have put up in the lobby. What better way to start the season of sharing than to say “thank you” to our porters, maintenance man and lobby attendant, people who help make our life comfortable throughout the year?

Holiday Collections will take place in our lobby: Wednesday, December 5, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.; Friday, December 7, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.; Wednesday, December 12, from 4:30 to 7 p.m.; and Friday, December 14, from 4:00 to 7 p.m.

As you know, we can’t get to our building association room for our holiday party this year because of

National Council Of Negro Women, Inc.

Membership Meeting – At our membership meeting tomorrow, Sunday, December 9, at 3 p.m. in room 11, Dreiser Center, we will be celebrating Founders’ Day, as well as the Christmas holiday.

Come join us and see what we are all about.

Founder’s Day – Our Founders’ Day is the day on which we celebrate the founding of our illustrious organization by Mary McLeod Bethune.

Extraordinary educator and political leader Mary McLeod Bethune (1875-1955) founded NCNW in 1935 as an “organization of organizations” to represent national and international concerns of Black women. NCNW fought for jobs, the right to vote and anti-lynching legislation. It gave Black women the opportunity to realize their goals for social justice and human rights through united, constructive action. The legendary Dr. Dorothy Irene Height led NCNW for decades, securing its legacy of enlightened leadership and influence.

NCNW Inaugural New York STEAM Summit & HBCU College Fair – This college fair for students 13 – 18 years old will take place on Saturday, December 15, at Mount Vernon High School, 100 California Road, Mount Vernon, NY 10552 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Parents, teachers and counselors are invited to attend. Panel 1 will discuss exciting careers in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math (STEAM). Panel 2 will discuss the benefits and experience of an education at a Historically Black College and University (HBCU).

There will be informative workshops and college representation. Registration is free and lunch will be provided.

Holiday Collection for Children – We will soon be calling on our neighbors and friends in the Co-op City community to support our efforts to brighten the spirits of the children in the Phipps Neighborhood Home. As the holiday season approaches, we will list times when you can support the “spirit of giving” by dropping off items that Santa Claus can deliver to these children.

Book Club – Our Book Club has a great selection for early 2019. We will be reading and discussing “An American Marriage” by Tayari Jones on January 12, 2019. On February 9, 2019, we will be reading “For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Politics” by Donna Brazile, Yolanda Caraway and others. On March 9, 2019, we will be reading “Becoming” by Michelle Obama. Join us for a lively discussion of these interesting books.

Vacation Travel – Watch this space for information about our “Cruise to Bermuda” the first week in August 2019. Since this time slot coincides with the school vacation schedules, we’re hoping that families may be able to enjoy this vacation together.

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

—Joyce Howard

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Building 6 Association

have been getting complaints about packages being delivered in our building, too. People have been complaining about UPS and FedEx just leaving packages in front of your door and people have not been getting them. Please call our local post office and complain about the mail deliverers; call UPS and FedEx about your package complaints, too. That’s the only way we will see change in our mail and package deliveries.

Plus, this holiday season, we will once again have Santa Claus coming to our building near Christmas. I will inform you what date Santa will be coming to the building.

Let’s all enjoy this holiday season together.

—Jeffrey Schwartz

the construction in and around our building. We are planning to have our Building 6 holiday party in the community center room across the street from our building. We will need support to help make our Christmas party enjoyable for everyone. We will be looking for donations to help buy food and supplies for the party. We are planning to have a DJ for our party too this year. It’s going to be a lot of fun and enjoyment for everyone in our building. Let’s celebrate the holidays together. If you have any suggestion or ideas for the party, please let Jeffrey, the building president, know. Thank you.

I know everyone is getting frustrated with the mail delivery in our building lately. Our mail has been coming in very late or, some days, not at all. Plus, I

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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 steadfast 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 third 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) 2764925. Jesus loves you, and so do we!

—Evangelist Vernon Little

Co-op City Baptist Church

Family of God Church Why We Call Jesus Savior and Lord — Part 4 In previous weeks, I have provided much background knowledge, but the key takeaway for this teaching is this: the predominant name of God in the Old Testament is Lord.

Look at what Isaiah 42:8 says, “I am the LOrd, that is My name; And My glory I will not give to another, Nor My praise to carved images.”

Look at what Psalm 100:3 states: “Know that the LOrd, He is God; It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves;[a] We are His people and the sheep of His pasture” Look at what Psalm 23:1 says, “The LOrd is my shepherd; I shall not want.”

Why do we call Jesus Lord? We call Him “Lord” because as Christians, we believe that the Old Testament God, who is Lord and Shepherd (Psalm 23), is also the one who in New Testament is born as a babe in Bethlehem. We believe that the Lord who is God and Shepherd is the one who in the New Testament, comes in human flesh and is wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manager. We believe that Jesus is the God who is Shepherd. That’s why the Bible tells us in John 10:11 that He says, “I am the good shepherd…” That’s also why the Bible lets us know that when He was born the angels pronounced His birth to the earthly shepherds watching their flocks by night.

We believe Jesus is the Old Testament God; the Jewish God, the Lord.

Notice the prophetic statement that verse 23 of Matthew 1 tells us the angel utilized in reference to Jesus, 23 “Behold, a virgin shall be with child, and shall bring forth a son, and they shall call his name Emmanuel, which being interpreted is, God with us.”

Our Coming Schedule Sunday, dec. 9, 1:30 p.m., A Conversation about Family in the 21st Century and a Time of Prayer for Families (refreshments served), dreiser, rm. 4.

Tuesday, dec. 11, 5 p.m. to 6 p.m., “I’m dreaming of a Black Christmas” Celebration rehearsal, dreiser, rm. 10.

Sunday, dec. 16, 1:30 p.m., “I’m dreaming of a Black Christmas” Spiritual Celebration and Talent Show, featuring dance, song, and spiritually-inspired spoken word, dreiser, rm. 1.

All young men and parents, please sign up for our Kingsmen royal Society program for boys and young men ages 9 to 17. Our young men will learn about moving from boys to men. Activities include sports, gaming, trips, socials, cooking, etc. We mentor and teach responsibility, regulation and resilience.

This program is free of charge!

Contact us at 929-430-4413 or FOGCoOp@gmail.com.

—Pastor DeQuincy Hentz

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

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

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

The Missionary Ministry will be celebrating their 46th Anniversary on Sunday, december 9, at the 11 a.m. service. The guest speaker will be Elder Boyce Landrum, senior pastor of Greater Love Baptist Church here in Co-op City. The theme for the day will be “Working Through the Power of God.” Corinthians 4:7.

All are invited to this special occasion.

You are invited to join us for a midweek spiritual pick-up at our worship service held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and 7:30 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. Prayer Service is not held on the first Friday of the month.

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Co-op City Times / December 8, 2018 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 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 for-

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ward 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.

Advent at CPC – As we draw near the most joyous season of the year, a most cordial invitation is extended to all to worship with us at Community Protestant.

“Year-End Candle Light Service” – On Monday, December 31, at 6:00 p.m., all are welcome to join in this special service of prayers and thanksgiving for the past year and looking forward with prayerful anticipation to the coming New Year 2019.

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

Community Protestant Church

Church of God’s Children, located at 127 Dreiser Loop, patio level, to the right of Montefiore Clinic.

We invite you with open arms to come to our church, we hope that you can join with us in worship and God’s word. If you have needs, and want someone to listen and to pray, we’re here for you with open hearts and God’s love to give away. For prayer request, call 718-790-9120. Christmas Cantata, Sunday, 12/23, 9:30 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Christmas Eve Service – 12/24, 6:45 p.m.

God Wants Us to Be Involved With Him – Christmas is the time of year we remember the birth

Church of New Vision

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Events • December 23, we will have one service at 10 a.m.

• December 30, we will have one service at 10 a.m.

• December 31, Watch Night Service will begin at 10:30 p.m.

• July 23-25, 2019 (Tuesday-Thursday): Join us on a three-day trip to the National Museum of African American History & Culture with the Museum of the Bible. Double occupancy $440/single occupancy $560. The first bus is now full, submit your deposit/payment as soon as possible to reserve your seat on bus two. For additional information, please contact Sis. Brenda Brown, Bro. Anthony Davis or Sis. Terry Gavin.

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, email us at info.churchnewvisionbx@gmail.com or call the church office.

—Sis. Carol Haque

Church of God’s Children

of Jesus – Emmanuel, God with us. Jesus is the wonderful sign that God wants to have a relationship with us. He says this is what I am doing, would you like to join me? The Bible teaches that God wants to have an intimate relationship with every person. The offer of this relationship has been made available through Jesus’ birth, life, death, and resurrection. The heart of God made known through Jesus. Most Christians forget how odd this desire is.

The Creator God wants to make His creation His children. He wants His creation to rule with Him in heaven and wants to be involved in our lives and be affected by our choices. He wants to enable us through the Holy Spirit to be everything He created us to become. Jesus came that we may have life and life to the full (John 10:10). There are too many Christians stopping their approach to God with only the removal of guilt from sin or the ticket to heaven.

God invites us to be involved with Him. Mary Shows How to Respond to God – Mary is seemingly minding her own business when an angel tells her that she will give birth to God. She will not have had relations with any man, but she will give birth. She is given no guarantees of being understood by others nor given no direction on how this would happen

(unless you think she understood what being overshadowed by the Holy Spirit meant). Mary was also not given any instruction on what she needed to do.

Even so, she responded “may it be done to me as according to your word” (Luke 1:38). This Christmas season, remember that the hope and joy offered to you is not only the life to come. God dearly paid the price for you to have a close relationship with Him. Will you believe Him when it doesn’t make sense? Will you give Him an opportunity to tell you want He is thinking?

Schedule of Services: Sunday Morning Spanish Worship, 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Afternoon Worship in English, 1:15 p.m.

Sunday School Classes: 11:30 a.m., Sunday School for adults/youth/children Monday: Bible Study & Prayer, 9:30 a.m.

Tuesday Bible Study, 6:30 p.m. at Fellowship Hall, 159 Dreiser Loop Wednesday Prayer, 6:30 p.m. in Sanctuary Wednesday 12-step fellowship at Fellowship Hall Monday-Friday, After School Workshop & Tutoring, 3-6 p.m. at 159 Fellowship Hall.

—Bishop Nancy Rosario

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Bartow Mon., Dec. 10 Tues., Dec. 11 Wed., Dec. 12 Thu., Dec. 13 Fri., Dec. 14

Einstein

MENU

Dreiser

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available Room 7 unless otherwise noted Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Word Games 9:30-11 a.m.

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

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Library 9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Orange juice Health & Wellness Support Group Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., rm. 2 Shepherd’s pie Bartow Center, rm. 31, 10 a.m. – 11 Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m.

Color Your Stress Away 11 a.m., rm. 4 Chicken stir fry Basic Cell Phone & iPad training w/Beef & Turkey a.m.

Word Search 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. w/vegetables 1:00 p.m., rm.

7 Yoga w/Peggy Hill 11 a.m. - 12 Bingo 1-3 p.m., rm. 35 Tossed salad Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm. 4 Brown rice p.m., JASA Main Office Diabetes Support Group 2nd Mon- Diabetes Support Group 1 p.m. – Last w/dressing Steamed Cauliflower Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m. - noon day - 1 p.m.

Monday of the month Applesauce Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Computer Class for Beg, Int. & Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., rm. 13 Whole Wheat Bread Gentle Yoga 1:15 - 2 p.m., rm. 2 Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Adv. 9:30 a.m., rm. 34 Alt: Tuna salad Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

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

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

Stewed Pork Chops Alert & Alive – 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., rm. 7 Orzo w/vegetables Dominoes 10 a.m.

Walking Club 10:30 a.m.

Baked red potato Computer Class rm. 13 California blend Beginner 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Caregiver Support Group wedges vegetables Health & Wellness Support GroupCultural Dance 10:30–11:30 a.m., Aud. B 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd Tues.

Tangy green beans Whole Wheat Bread 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., rm.

4 Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Fresh fruit Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Alt: Egg salad Matinee Tues., 1 p.m., rm. 7 Blood Pressure Every 1st & 3rd Computer Class Beginner 10 a.m. -11 Orange pineapple Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Wed., 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. a.m.; Intermediate 11 a.m. -12 p.m. juice, Turkey drumGames 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Only 6 seats available, rm. 13 sticks, Mashed Baked turkey breast Stay Well Exercise 10 – 11am (New) Body in motion w/Ola sweet potatoes Baked sweet potato Line Dancing 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Card Games 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

10 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Green beans & Collard greens 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m. tomatoes w/tomato Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Sewing 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Smartphone Class Whole Wheat Bread in the Computer Lab Beginner – 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Art Class 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Fruit cocktail Intermediate 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Zumba 11 a.m. -12 p.m., rm. 4 Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., rm. 2 Alt: Salmon salad Bartow main office

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

No Activities No Activities

No Activities Christmas Luncheon Einstein Senior Ctr., rm. 45 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 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.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., rm. 45 Art 10 a.m., rm. 45 Bingo 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

Pokeno 2-4 p.m., rm. 35 Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., 10 11:30 a.m., rm. 45 Free Oil Painting Classes rm. 38, 10 – 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.

To participate in any JASA senior activities or go on any senior trips, you must be a member of JASA. You may pick up an application in the main office at any of the three senior centers.

(FREE) LiveOn NY: SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance: Friday, Dec. 21, 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.

Coat Drive, Dreiser Senior Center: Nov. 9 – Dec. 28. New or slightly used coats can be dropped off from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7.

Christmas Toy Drive, Dreiser Senior Center: Now until Dec. 21, 177 Dreiser Loop, room 7. Toy drop-off 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Donations will be given to the local family shelter.

Chronic Kidney Disease four-week workshop w/IPRO: Begins Monday, Dec. 7, and ends Friday, Dec 28. Dreiser Senior Center, 177 Dreiser Loop, room 13. 10 – 11:30 a.m. Call the senior center to register, 718-320-1345.

Bartow & Einstein Senior Centers’ Christmas

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

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10 a.m., 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Meditative Moments 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., rm. 8 Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

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

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Christmas Party Menu Stuffed Chicken Breast w/wild rice in Mushroom sauce Fresh Garden salad Challah Bread Apple Strudel

Christmas Party Menu Pernil (Pork) w/Roasted red potatoes w/ green beans

Apple juice Roasted chicken Noodle Kugel Broccoli & red peppers, Challah bread, Fresh fruit Alt: Gefilte fish

Garlic chicken Rice w/vegetables Brussel sprouts & kale sautéed

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

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

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

Upcoming Events/Trips

Drive: Nov. 15- Dec. 14. Accepting new items only; toys, sleepwear for children and adults; sanitary and hygiene products. Drop-off from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., 2049 Bartow Avenue, rm. 31 and 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 49.

IKEA, Bed Bath & Beyond & Christmas Tree Store: Tuesday, Dec. 11. $15. Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; & Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

JASA Christmas Celebration: Thursday, Dec. 13, $7; 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. 135 Einstein Loop, room 45.

Pickups: Bartow, 10:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:30 a.m.

Menu: Non-kosher pernil w/ roasted red potatoes w/ green beans; Kosher stuffed chicken breast w/ wild rice in mushroom sauce; Fresh garden salad w/ challah roll; apple strudel. Tickets available at all three senior centers.

Fall Prevention Presentation (in the winter): Friday, December 14, 1–2 p.m. JASA main office.

Refreshments and giveaways.

Fairway/BJ’s: Friday, Dec. 14, $4; Bartow, 9:30; Einstein, 9:45; Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Central Avenue: Tues., Dec. 18, $13; (Xmas Tree Store, Trader Joe’s & Amazing Savings). Bartow, 8:30; Einstein, 8:45; Dreiser, 9 a.m.

Empire Casino: Tuesday, Dec. 18, $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; & Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

The Brownstone “Merry Christmas Baby” – Dale Grand singing all your favorite songs for the Holiday Season: Tuesday, Dec. 18, $85; Motor

coach transportation, family style menu: Salad, pasta, ham, roasted turkey, dessert, coffee, tea, Pickups: Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; & Dreiser, 9:30 a.m. Depart from Brownstone at 3:30 p.m.

Empire Casino: Wednesday, Dec. 19, $5; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Stew Leonard’s: Wednesday, Dec. 19, $4; Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

“Active Shooting Seminar”: Wednesday, Dec. 19; 1-4 p.m., 135 Einstein Loop, rm. 38.

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse “Christmas in the Air” show: Thursday, Dec. 20, $120; Coach bus.

Lunch included. Choice of: Yankee pot roast, fried shrimp, lemon pepper cod, chicken parmigiana, roasted turkey, eggplant rollatini & roasted vegetable kabob, breads, salad, dessert, coffee and tea. No Refunds! Payment due by Friday, Nov. 23. Pickups: Bartow, 9 a.m.; Einstein, 9:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 9:30 a.m.

Tai Chi for Arthritis w/Stan: For 8 weeks 2x’s per week, Mon & Fri, starting Monday, Jan. 7, 2019.

135 Einstein Loop, room 45; 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. Must call the JASA main office to register, 718-320-2066.

Only 15 spaces available.

Chronic Disease Self-Management: 6-week workshop, Tues., Feb 12; Feb. 19; Mar. 5; Mar. 12; Mar. 19; and April 2, 2019. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Bartow Senior Center, 2049 Bartow Ave, rm. 31. Gifts for participants who complete the six-week workshop.

Call: 718-320-2066 to register.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

AARP Chapter #4997

Message from President Jean Mickens: To all AARP Chapter #4997 members, thank you for your support in 2018. Looking forward to an even better 2019. Blessings to you and yours in the New Year.

Note: Holiday Party postponed until Spring, 2019.

Next Meeting: Monday, January 14, 2019, at 1:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, room 9.

Get-well wishes to LaMarse Taylor.

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 February 6, 2019: Westchester Broadway Theater Lunch and Show – The show is “Ain’t Misbehavin’;� transportation included, $115 ($50 deposit due immediately). Contact Judith, 718-3793370.

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; 3 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 ($50 deposit due immediately). Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, 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; 3days/2-nights; 2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 2 dinners; $539/person double; $708 single ($50 deposit due immediately). Contact Hannah, 718-379-7962, 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 w/Group/Trip Leader Name).

They may be mailed to the Group/Trip Leader. —Delores Debnam

Goose Island Seniors

To all members: We are now collecting $15.00 dues for 2019. If your birthday is in January, please pay your dues as soon as possible so we may post it in the December 29 article.

Sands Casino, PA – December 13. Price is $40.00. Rebate $30.00 for play and $5.00 toward food. The bus will be picking up at our three usual bus stops: 8:30 a.m., Einstein Loop; 8:40 a.m. at Asch Loop (by library), and 8:50 a.m. at Dreiser Loop (by hardware store). If the weather is cold or rainy, please stay inside your center’s hallway and we will come and get you. Do not stand in the cold. Einstein, stand in hallway by pizza shop. Asch Loop, stand in hallway by art gallery. Dreiser, stand in hallway by barber shop.

New Year’s Party – Saturday, January 19, 2019 in our club room 39. Members only. $5 entrance fee toward food. It’s a cover dish party so feel free to cook one of your favorite dishes or bring salad, beverage, or dessert. No entrance fee, if food is donated. Time is l p.m.

Resorts Casino – Thursday, January 31, 2019, in Atlantic City, NJ. Price change, $35.00. Rebate $25 slot play. Please call today, seats going fast, 718379-9613. All money must be in by January 10.

Ain’t Misbehaving’ – Wednesday, February 13, 2019, day before Valentine’s Day at the Westchester Broadway Theatre. A day of theatre and dining. Price: $89. Experience the heart and soul of 1920s and 1930s Harlem. Enjoy the rhythms of Swing, Ragtime, Jazz and music of Thomas “Fat� Waller. You’ll be jumpin’ and jivin.’ Coming soon. Money due by January 23.

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.

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.

Karaoke – Also on Tuesdays and Thursdays at l p.m. – 3 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 December: Janie Williams, Barbara Hines, Brenda Brown, Adele Lawrence, Barbara Owens and Ada Snyder.

Note: Call Ann or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613, or visit us at 135 Einstein Loop, room 39, (mornings) Mon. – Fri., 10 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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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The Chanukah party was great for the following reasons: There was an overflow crowd of both old and new friends; the large assortment of Chinese food, latkes, and donuts, assured that everyone found the food they wanted in large quantities; the entertainment was provided by Segal Chen, a very talented opera singer, accompanied by Jonathon Dzik on the piano. We would also like to thank Stephan Roberts of the Goose Island Seniors for providing and setting up the audio equipment. In addition, we would like to give a special thanks to Beverley Davidoff for her work in organizing, buying and overall running of this party. We would like to thank all the members who helped make this party a great success.

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of 27B. 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.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, December 8, at 5:20 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, December 14, is at 4:08 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.

To All members: Happy Birthday to all members who celebrated their birthday in December. For those members celebrating their birthday/anniversary in December, stilling looking for this data and could use some help.

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.

—Bruce Gitelson

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 fifth Sunday, our young adults assist in the service.

We look forward to welcoming you to church service tomorrow, Sunday, December 9, at 9:00 a.m. when we will celebrate the Second Sunday of Advent. Our Supply Priest is Father Simeon O. Johnson and he will be the preacher and celebrant.

2. Please join us on Wednesdays for an uplifting 15-minute midday service starting promptly at noon.

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

4. Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7:00 p.m., and we are always looking for new members.

Acknowledgements Many thanks to all those who supported our fundraising trip to Atlantic City on Saturday, November 28. Judging from the feedback, everyone had a good time. Please stay tuned for upcoming fundraising events.

Our harvest festival was also a success! Our church, together with Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms, take this opportunity to acknowledge your kind contribution of food items for those in need. Thanks also to everyone who helped with the packaging and delivery of the supplies.

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

Group Activities: The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. However, please note that our next ECW meeting will be held on December 9.

All women in the church are invited to attend and participate in planning activities for the church. The men hold their meeting after service on the second Sunday of each month.

Upcoming Events • Reminder from the Sunday School to all parents, grandparents and guardians to send your children for refreshments and rehearsal, Saturday, December 8, at noon.

• Saturday, January 31, 2019, celebration service for Dr. Martin Luther King. Details to be announced.

Please save the date.

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

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

For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844. You may also visit our website https://www.stjosephsepc bronx.org for other information relating to St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church, Co-op City, Bronx, New York.

“And thou, child, shalt be called the profit of the Highest, for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to prepare his ways; To give knowledge of salvation unto his people for the remission of their sins.” Extracted from Canticle 4: The Song of Zechariah (Luke 1:68-79) —Merville Chambers

Building 30 A and B Association

To all our Jewish neighbors, hoping that you are having a happy Hanukkah.

The itinerary for the month of December is as follows: We will be collecting for the porters on Tuesday, the 11th, on side A in the lobby from 5 to 7 p.m. We will be collecting on the B side, Thursday, the 13th, from 5 to 7 p.m.

Wednesday, December 12, association meeting to finalize the holiday party. The meeting will be in the association room with the door opening at 7 p.m. and the meeting starting at 7:30 p.m.

We will have our monthly PoKeno game on Friday, December 14, in the association room with the door opening at 7 p.m. and the games starting at 7:30 p.m.

Our holiday party will be on Friday, December 21, at 7 p.m. in the association room.

—Linda Werner

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Pentecostal Tabernacle

Co-op City Tabernacle invites everyone to attend worship service at 100 Coop City Blvd. Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Sundays: Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Midday Worship Service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m.

- 12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m.

Effective Fervent Prayers change things. Come and experience the power of Biblical prayer. God’s power is released through His Word. Come and study the word of God; it can change your life.

Friday: Youth service will start at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: Living Right Micah 6: 1-9 Hear ye now what the Lord saith; Arise, contend thou before the mountains; and let the hills hear thy voice. Hear ye, O mountains, the Lord’s controversy, and ye strong foundations of the earth; for the Lord hath a controversy with his people, and he will plead with Israel. O my people, what have I done unto thee?

And wherein have I wearied thee? Testify against me. For I brought thee up out of the land of Egypt, and redeemed out of the house of servants; and I sent before thee Moses, Aaron and Miriam.

O my people, remember now what Balak king of Moab consulted, and what Balaam the son of Beor answered him from Shittim unto Gilgal; that ye may know the righteousness of the Lord, Wherewith shall I come before the Lord, and bow myself before the high God? Shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old?

Will the Lord be pleased with thousands of rams, or with ten thousands of rivers of oil? Shall I give my firstborn for my transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul? He hath shown thee O man, what is good; and what doeth the Lord require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? The Lord’s voice crieth unto the city, and the man of wisdom shall see thy name; hear he the rod, and who hath appointed it. What God requires of us is to do justice, or strict equity and mercy desiring to do good to everyone at all times.

To walk humbly with God in obedience to his words, also be constant in prayer.

Here we see how God was pleading with Israel to do what is right and stop worshiping idols. He brought them out of the land of Egypt and redeemed them out of the house bondage. And He sent before them Moses, Aaron, and Miriam and remind them of what Balak king of Moab devised, and what Balaam the son of Beor answered him from Shittim to Gilgal, that they may know the righteous acts of God. Let us walk humble before God and worship him in spirit and truth.

For further information, call 718-324-0334 or 718-320-4218.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

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

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s 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. Parking is available. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sanchez and our phone number is (718) 320-3795. Leave a message, if no answer.

The Gospel Worship Experience Concert: Our concert is today at 2 p.m. If you would like to come, it’s a $20 donation and $5 for children between 5 & 12 years. We hope to see you there. It will be a joyous experience.

Lighting of the Manger: On December 7th at 6:30 p.m., we will be having the official lighting of the manger outside the church. Come and join us for song and rejoicing to remember that Jesus is the reason for the season. Following the lighting, we will be having snacks in the fellowship hall.

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 at 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Children: Sunday School will be at 9:45 a.m. Bring your children, they will have a great time while learning God’s word and doing arts & crafts.

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 12 p.m. 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.

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. On Tuesday evenings, Pastor will be teaching the youth who are interested in becoming leaders, time will be 8 p.m.–9 p.m.

God Bless.

—Barbara Penn

Faith @Work Christian Church

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

Weekly Worship Experiences: Tuesday Prayer Service, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study CANCELED until January 2019. Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m. Teen Church, 10:00 a.m., 2nd Sundays; Children’s Church, 3rd Sundays (K-3); Older Children’s Church, 4th Sundays (4th-7th).

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

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

I would like to again thank the disciples of Jesus Christ at Faith @ Work for serving God’s people well last Sunday!

Regular Pantry will resume, December 16, from 12 p.m. ‘til 1 p.m.

December 15th from 12 p.m. ‘til 6 p.m., the Sable Holiday Fair where we will feature authors in a special authors’ pavilion and business owners selling jewelry, clothing, baked goods, etc. There will be a special VIP time (12:30 p.m. until 2 p.m.) featuring catered fare, swag bags, and a praise dance performance.

VIP entrance is $15 and other discounts. Fair entrance is FREE and each hour features a door prize drawing every hour! Join us in celebrating small businesses and finishing up your holiday shopping!

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

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

If You See Something, Say Something!

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

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

Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 @CCPDnyc

Greater Love Refuge Ministries

“Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.” Galatians 6:7 Word for the Week: Self-examination and internal work continue to be a priority. When you blame others for the results of what you have done, you will continue to reap the harvest of bad attitudes and motivations. Change must begin with realizing your own culpability. Be honest with yourself and others in all things. Remember that you reap what you sow.

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.

Special Announcement: Greater Love will fellowship with Co-op City Baptist Church tomorrow morning, December 9, at 11:00 a.m. The church will not be open for Morning Worship and will reopen next Sunday.

Christmas Service and Luncheon: Will be held on Sunday, December 23, beginning with morning prayer at 11:00 a.m. and morning worship, including a celebration of Christmas at 11:30 a.m. Our holiday buffet will follow the morning service. Feel free to bring your favorite holiday dish to add to the festivities.

The Two Fish & Five Loaves Food Pantry Ministry will distribute food carebags following our afternoon luncheon (available between 3:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m.) on December 23rd. However, we invite all who attend the pantry to spend the entire day with us as we celebrate the reason for the season.

New Year’s Eve Crossover Service: All are invited to join us for our New Year’s Eve Service on Monday, December 31st from 8:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.

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.

Bible Institute: A Survey of the Bible – Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Adult Bible Study/Discipleship Class: Resumes January 2019 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.

—Pastor Carol Landrum

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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 (Full Time)

Department

Union/Non-Union

Posting Dates:

Construction

Non-Union

Open until filled

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.

Public Safety

third of the United States citizens incarcerated abroad. Some countries have very severe sentences even for possession of a small amount of marijuana or cocaine.

If you have any questions regarding foreign drug laws, check with the U.S. embassy or consulate.

It is best to check with the Department of State’s Country Specific Information before you book a trip to any foreign country at www.travel.state.gov. They describe entry requirements, currency regulations, unusual health conditions, crime and security situations and other information so that travelers can make informed decisions about their trips. Certain countries may have a travel warning issued. It is best to know this information before you plan your trip.

When traveling, be sure to familiarize yourself with local numbers for emergency services. 9-1-1 is not always the number for emergencies. It is also a good idea to become familiarize with locations of local hospitals and police precincts in case of an emergency.

To minimize the impact of all crimes involving theft of property from your person, keep your keys, money, identification and cell phone in your front pocket, separate from your non-valuables. Also consider an inside the clothing travel type wallet for your personal items and valuables. A pocket with a zipper, button or Velcro is ideal for this purpose. If carrying valuables and personal documents in your purse, place them inside of a plastic or metal container, such as a mint case, which does not look like a wallet. Keep less important items with a token amount of cash in your decoy wallet, this way the criminal will think he scored big. A purse that zips also adds an additional level of security.

Remember, property can always be replaced; your safety is the most important thing. If someone does try to rob you despite your precautions, do not resist, especially if the person is armed with a weapon of any type. Try to remember as many details of the crime, as well as a description of the perpetrator. Notify police immediately if you have been the victim of a crime. If you are the victim of a crime in another country contact the U.S. Embassy for assistance.

For more information about crime prevention, contact the National Crime Prevention Council at 1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 13th floor, Washington, DC 20036, (202)466-6267, or on their website, www.ncpc.org.

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.

If consuming alcoholic beverages is part of your holiday festivities, be sure to designate a driver who will not drink. Drunk driving enforcement is heightened during the holiday party season. Do not risk being arrested or being in an accident if you plan to consume alcoholic beverages. Call a taxi if necessary. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. This is especially important while traveling. Penalties vary by jurisdiction. The consequences of drunk driving in other countries are extremely severe. 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.

In New York State, the expanded “Move Over” law has been in effect since January 1, 2012. This law makes it a violation to fail to move over a lane when approaching a service vehicle, such as a tow truck or a stopped emergency vehicle with or without its warning lights on. This violation carries a fine of up to $150 and up to two points on your license. The purpose of this law is to protect emergency responders and other service vehicles.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information.

Enjoy a safe and healthy holiday season. For those of you traveling, have a safe trip. 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.

December is known as AIDS Awareness Month. December 10th is known as Human Rights Day. This is a good opportunity to learn about disabilities or conditions that may affect your friends, family members or neighbors. It is also a good opportunity to schedule a full physical examination with screening tests recommended by your physician. Knowledge is power; the more you learn the stronger you become.

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Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

Emergency: 718-671-3050 www.ccpd.us

Non-Emergency: 718-320-3330 @CCPDnyc

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