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Baychester Library Has Reopened

Baychester Library has reopened. See page 15 for the library calendars.

Bartow Mall Parking Alert

Shareholders, guests and shoppers are reminded that there is a two-hour parking limit in the Bartow Mall. Parking is for the exclusive use of customers while shopping within the Bartow Mall, with a posted two-hour limit.

Vehicles will be towed at the owner’s expense.

Test & Treat Mobile Van in Co-op City

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

Mon., Tues.: 135 Einstein Loop

Wed./Thurs.: 2049 Bartow Ave.

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

Locations are approximate depending on parking availability.

The mobile van offers PCR, Rapid, Flu and RSV testing.

Anyone who tests positive at the van can speak with an onsite clinician, and, if eligible, receive free Paxlovid anti-viral medication.

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

Staying in Touch –Community Board #10

Matthew Cruz – District Manager

Joseph Russo – Chairman

Address: 3165 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461

Telephone: 718-892-1161

Email: bx10@cb.nyc.gov

District office hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily

Stay connected with CB #10 on social media!

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Twitter: @BronxCB10

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Debra Jones, (pictured below) Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) and Mistress of Ceremonies, opened the event with optimism, saying, “The past, the present and the future are all connected. Black History is an attempt at letting our country hear, read, and discover our mutual history, and the contributions that have made America the great country it is today.” After honoring veterans, speakers, and those celebrating birthdays, Ms. Jones welcomed Reverend Kareem R. Smith of St. Michael’s Church to the stage.

“God of our weary years, God of our silent tears…,” said Reverend Smith in an allusion to James Weldon Johnson’s “Black National Anthem,” which was later sung by shareholder Jesse Bah. “We gather here today to look back, yes…” he continued, leading the audience in prayer, “but to look back so that we might press forward!” Similar to Johnson in his anthem, Reverend Smith put great emphasis on the importance of faith and hope in the face of extraordinary opposition.

Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, chair of the NYS Assembly Education Committee, discussed schools’ failure to teach Black History in a comprehensive manner. He shared his excitement to be in a position to make change, specifically with “The Amistad Commission” which aims to conduct research to be used in education on “the African slave trade, slavery in America, the vestiges of slavery in this country, and the contributions of African-Americans in building our country,” according to dos.ny.gov.

Ms. Chinnery (pictured right) conducted the pouring of libations while the audience called out names of ancestors both personal, like George Moncrieffe, and political, such as Malcolm X and Huey P Newton. Ann Moncrieffe, JASA’s Bartow program director, expressed how impressed she was with the seniors who

Highly Contagious ‘Norovirus’ Spreading in U.S.

The Riverbay Safety department reported this week that a number of news outlets have informed the public that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has confirmed that a highly contagious “stomach bug,” called a “norovirus,” is currently spreading worldwide, including in the US. This particular strain is believed to have originated in Australia, and infectious outbreaks appear to be common occurrences on cruise ships and in schools.

Symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, nausea and stomach pain.

According to physicianoneurgentcare.com, “a norovirus is a major cause of gastroenteritis, which is an inflammation of the stomach and small and large intestines. Norovirus symptoms are diarrhea, nausea or vomiting, abdominal cramps, and fever contracted primarily through infected fecal matter. Norovirus is not the influenza virus. Influenza usually does not cause symptoms such as vomiting or diarrhea.”

The website goes on to explain that norovirus is contracted through direct contact with an infected person, by sharing foods or utensils; through contaminated food and liquids, or by touching contaminated surfaces and then one’s face and mouth. “People with norovirus illness are contagious

(Continued on page 4) stayed late into the prior night to set up for the celebration. After thanking the organizers and speakers, Ms. Moncrieffe introduced the next speaker.

Former Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison (pictured right) started by recognizing people like Larcenia Walton, Director of Senior Services for the Bronx Borough President; and Michelle Sajous, Riverbay Director of Community Relations. “I didn’t have to make this many speeches when I was working for the company…,” he joked, “but when Margaret Chinnery tells you that you gotta be somewhere, if you know what’s good for you, you better be there.” Recapping the history of Black History Month, Mr. Ellison stressed the importance of making history every day. He explained to the seniors that until they “burn down,” there are “libraries,” and stressed the importance of sharing knowledge with young people. With the program theme being, “We are here, we are everywhere,” the event honored Black figures throughout both the diaspora and history. The Kool KollaboratorZ provided music, including a cover of Aretha Franklin’s “Chain of Fools,” and the JASA Line Dancers, introduced by Patricia Grayson, performed a sequence choreographed by Cynthia Dixon to Peter Tosh’s “Momma Africa.” Costume performances and “Popups” presenting “unsung heroes who contributed to our rich

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Congratulations!

Assemblyman Michael Benedetto held a Black History Month celebration in Co-op City’s Dreiser Auditorium on Thursday, Feb. 23, and, among the honorees were Co-op City’s “Power Couple,” Rod and Shirley Saunders, recipients of the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Service Award. Rod is currently a member of the Riverbay Board of Directors, and Shirley, a former Riverbay Board member. Both have served in executive positions on the Riverbay Board. Together, the couple have been active in community programs and services since moving into the development as young parents. They have been in leadership positions at PS 153 Parents Association, District 11 Community School Board and the DOE’s Community Education Council; and with several local and community organizations. Mrs. Saunders is the current Female District Leader for the 82nd Assembly District and Deputy City Clerk of New York, Bronx County. Both are members of the Co-op City Baptist Church and continue to be active in the Co-op City community and local politics. Former Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison was the Guest of Honor at the event which was attended by approximately 700 guests who enjoyed a buffet lunch, music and dancing. In photo above are Mrs. Shirley Saunders (second, right), Mr. Rod Saunders (third, right), Assemblyman Mike Benedetto (third, left), daughter Kelly (left), son Kris (right), and grandchildren, Madison and Aidan.

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The women highlighted below have led the charge demonstrating a deep commitment to equality and social justice by working tirelessly to secure a place for all women.

Sonia Sotomayor, a jurist, and the third woman to serve on the highest court as a Supreme Court justice under President Barack Obama in 2009. Ms. Sotomayor was the daughter of Puerto Rican parents. Her father was a laborer and her mother was a nurse. She grew up in the Bronxdale Houses and moved to Co-op City. Ms. Sotomayor went to Cardinal Spellman High School and was inspired to go into law by watching the “Perry Mason” series. Her mother put a value on education and ensured that she and her brother had the tools they needed to succeed. She graduated from Princeton University and Yale Law School. Before becoming a Supreme Court Justice, she worked as an Assistant District Attorney under DA Robert Morgenthau working on issues such as petty crimes and homicides. She held various positions and moved into private practice for a time. She worked under Gov. Mario Cuomo and became a Puerto Rican Legal Defense fund board member working on police brutality issues, voting rights, and the death penalty. Ms. Sotomayor was nominated to prestigious positions by Presidents George H. Bush and Bill Clinton before obtaining her position on the land’s highest court. She wrote notable rulings dealing with the first and second amendments, employment discrimination, and many others. She became famous for ending the Major League strike and is an Associate Supreme Court Justice of the United States.

Tamika Mallory is a civil rights activist and community organizer. Tamika moved to Co-op City at the age of 14. She is the daughter of Stanley and Voncile Mallory whom I know well and are long-time residents of the Co-op City community. Activists themselves, Stan and Voncile became part of the National Action Network under the Reverend Al Sharpton. Voncile founded the “Bartow Swingers and “Dancing Gents,” creating and choreographing, and engaging in meaningful activities for social well-being.

Tamika Mallory served as the youngest Executive Director of the National Action Network. She was also the co-chair of the Women’s March on Washington in 2017 with about 500,000 in attendance and 5 million nationwide. She received the prestigious Coretta Scott King Legacy Award for her role in women’s rights, police violence, and gun control. Tamika has since been very active in social justice issues, always fighting for those more vulnerable. The Women’s March culminated in a sense of pride in allowing the voices of women to be heard. Since then, she has been active in ending “child incarceration and eliminating social inequities.” She participated in the George Floyd protests to end police brutality and racism. Tamika has her own consulting company and continues to advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves, being the voice of the voiceless.

We have women of distinction who live in Co-op City and have given of themselves to create a difference through selfless service. This shows the greatness of this community, taking Co-op City to a new level.

They are: Shirley Saunders, District Leader and community activist; Claudia Sampson, First Vice President, Riverbay Corporation/President of the Riverbay Fund; Bishop Nancy Rosario, religious community leader and activist; Sheila Richburg, President of the National Council of Negro Women, Co-op City branch; Rosaura Cruz, President of the Spanish American Community Club; Aida Gonzalez, Chairperson of Cultural Events for the Spanish American Community Club; Leslie Peterson, President of the NAACP (National Association for the Advancement of Colored People), and Michelle Marbury, President of the African American Association. These trailblazing ladies, and so many others, continue to give of themselves, driving a sense of community, responsibility, and togetherness.

It is important that we teach our children to serve, allowing them to have their own uniqueness, creating compassion, and have an active role in their community.

If you have any concerns, you can reach me as follows: S. Feliciano, c/o Liaisons office @ 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 1075, email: Sfeliciano@ riverbayboard.com

Thank you for the privilege of serving you. Please stay well and be safe.

Shareholders First – We Matter

Celebrando el Mes de la Historia de la Mujer

Celebramos el Mes de la Historia de la Mujer (del 1 al 31 de marzo de 2023), conmemorando las contribuciones que las mujeres que han demostrado su distinción en la historia de la mujer y en nuestra Sociedad y communidad de Co-op City.

El primer Día de la Historia de la Mujer comenzó en Nueva York en 1909. Fue en un momento en que las mujeres trabajaban en condiciones laborales horribles. Juntos, y con el apoyo de otras organizaciones, pudieron hacer algo para mejorar sus condiciones trabajando por la justicia para un mejor trato en el lugar de trabajo. Se declaró una huelga y se resolvió con los dueños de la fábrica. Un acuerdo sobre mejores salarios, condiciones de trabajo y horarios sentó el precedente para mejor negociación colectiva. Estas mujeres lideraron la carga demostrando un profundo compromiso con la igualdad y la justicia social al trabajar incansablemente para asegurar un lugar para todas las mujeres.

Las mujeres presentadas, lideraron la carga que demuestra un profundo compromiso con la igualdad y la justicia social al trabajar incansablemente para asegurar un lugar para todas las mujeres.

Sonia Sotomayor, jurista y la tercera mujer en servir en el tribunal supremo como jueza de la Corte Suprema bajo la presidencia de Barack Obama en 2009. La Sra. Sotomayor era hija de padres puertorriqueños. Su padre era obrero y su madre enfermera. Creció en las casas de Bronxdale y se mudó a Co-op City. La Sra. Sotomayor asistió a la escuela secundaria Cardinal Spellman y se inspiró para estudiar derecho al ver la serie de Perry Mason. Su madre le dio valor a la educación y se aseguró de que ella y su hermano tuvieran las herramientas que necesitaban para tener éxito. Se graduó de la Universidad de Princeton y de la Facultad de Derecho de Yale. Antes de convertirse en jueza de la Corte Suprema, trabajó como asistente con el fiscal de distrito Robert Morgenthau. Ella trabajó en temas como delitos menores y homicidios. Ocupó varios cargos y pasó a la práctica privada por un tiempo. Trabajó con Mario Cuomo y se convirtió en miembra de la junta del fondo de Defensa Legal de Puerto Rico en temas de brutalidad policial, derechos de voto y pena de muerte. La Sra. Sotomayor fue nominada a cargos prestigiosos por el presidente George H. Bush y el president Bill Clinton antes de obtener su puesto en el tribunal supremo del país. Ella escribió escritos notables relacionados con la primera y segunda enmiendas, la discriminación laboral y muchos otros. Se hizo famosa por poner fin a la huelga de las Grandes Ligas y es jueza adjunta de la Corte Suprema de los Estados Unidos.

Tamika Mallory es activista de derechos civiles y organizadora comunitaria. Tamika se mudó a Co-op City a la edad de 14 años. Es hija de Stanley y Voncile Mallory, a quienes conozco bien y son residentes de la comunidad de Co-op City desde hace muchos años. Los mismos activistas, Stan y Voncile se convirtieron en parte de el Acción Nacional bajo el reverendo Al Sharpton. Voncile fundó “Bartow Swingers” y “Dancing Gents,” creando coreografías, y actividades significativas para el bienestar social.

Tamika Mallory se desempeñó como la directora ejecutiva más joven de el Acción Nacional. También fue copresidenta de la marcha de mujeres en Washington en 2017 con una asistencia de alrededor de 500,000 y 5 millones en todo el país. Recibió el prestigioso premio al legado Coretta Scott King por su papel en los derechos de las mujeres, la violencia policial y el control de armas. Desde entonces, Tamika ha sido muy activa en temas de justicia social, siempre luchando por los más vulnerables. La Marcha de las Mujeres culminó con un sentido de orgullo al permitir que se escucharan las voces de las mujeres. Ella ha estado activa en poner fin al “encarcelamiento de niños y eliminar las desigualdades sociales.” Participó en las protestas de George Floyd para acabar con la brutalidad policial y el racismo. Tamika tiene su propia empresa de consultoría y continúa abogando por aquellos que no pueden defenderse por sí mismos, siendo la voz de los que no tienen voz.

Tenemos mujeres distinguidas que viven en Co-op City que se han entregado para crear una diferencia a través del servicio desinteresado. Esto muestra la grandeza de esta comunidad, llevando a Co-op City a un nuevo nivel.

Ellas son, Shirley Saunders, líder de distrito y activista comunitaria; Claudia Sampson, primera vicepresidenta de Riverbay Corporation/presidenta del Riverbay Fund y del Riverbay Corporation; obispa Nancy Rosario, líder comunitaria religiosa y activista; Sheila Richburg, Presidenta del Consejo Nacional de Mujeres Negras (NCNW); Rosaura Cruz, Presidenta del Club de la Comunidad Hispanoamericana; Aida Gonzalez, Presidenta de Eventos Culturales del Club de la Comunidad Hispanoamericana; Leslie Peterson, Presidenta de la NAACP (Asociación Nacional para el Avance de la Gente de Color) y directora de juntas del Riverbay Corporation, y Michelle Marbury, Presidenta de el African Asociación Americana y directora de juntas del Riverbay Corporation. Estas damas pioneras y muchas otras continúan dándose a sí mismas, impulsando un sentido de comunidad, responsabilidad y unión.

Si tiene alguna inquietud, puede comunicarse conmigo de la siguiente manera: S. Feliciano, c/o Liaisons office @ 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 1075, correo electrónico: Sfeliciano@riverbayboard.com.

Gracias por el privilegio de servirle.

Somos accionistas primero: Nosotros importamos

Norovirus ––– (Continued from page 1) from the moment they begin feeling sick until at least 3 days after they recover. But, some people may be contagious for even longer,” PhysicianOne advises.

The following are tips from the Centers for Disease Control to help you and those around you from contraction a norovirus:

• Wash Hands Often – After using the bathroom, changing diapers and before handling food or eating, wash hands thoroughly by scrubbing and using soap and water. Norovirus can remain in your system for up to 2 weeks, so practice good hand hygiene throughout this time. In addition, use alcohol-based hand sanitizers.

• Wash and Cook Food Thoroughly – Be sure to wash fruits and vegetables before preparing and/or eating them. Noroviruses can survive temperatures up to 140°F and quick steaming processes often used when preparing shellfish. Shellfish must be cooked thoroughly. Sick individuals should be kept out of food preparation areas, and if you are sick, do not prepare food for others at least up to two days after symptoms stop.

• Clean and Disinfect Contaminated Surfaces – Wear gloves and clean surfaces with a chlorine bleach solution (5–25 tablespoons of household bleach is recommended [5.25%] per gallon of water) after vomiting and episodes of diarrhea. Other disinfectant registered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as effective against norovirus can also be used.

• Wash Laundry Thoroughly – Contaminated clothes and linens should be handled with care and washed immediately with detergent in hot water at the maximum available cycle length, then machine dried. Rubber or disposable gloves should be worn and hands washed thoroughly afterwards.

• Those who are sick should stay home and for at least two days after symptoms stop.

It is important to drink plenty of fluids lost through vomiting and diarrhea to avoid dehydration. Antibiotics are not effective in treating norovirus. Time, rest and avoiding contact with others is important. Norovirus spreads very quickly and easily, and outbreaks are common, though most occur between November and April. For additional information, go to www.cdc.gov.

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future” included Odessa P. Jones and David Hammer in the story of Ruth Carol Taylor; Barbara Whatley as Jackie Wilson, Loretta Scott as June Bacon-Bercey, Cheryl Weeks as Sidney Poitier, Stephen Banks as Black Caesar, the pirate; and Yolanda Grant as Jackie “Moms” Mabley.

The aisle was turned into a runway as Daisy Windley announced the names of seniors modeling African fashion. Rosalyn McCormick, Tommy Memminger, Jenny Rivera, Juana Rosa-Net, Yvonne page 3)

Wallace, and Lee Rivers walked with confidence through the cheering crowd. Sporting embroidered dresses, canes, and dashikis, they showed the true diversity of Pan-African fashion.

“They say we’re old and that we’re retired…,” said Ms. Chinnery, “but this is a vibrant community with so much talent.”

The event affirmed that Black History Month is more than acknowledging a difficult past, but also about honoring s/heroes and their victories both yesterday and tomorrow.

Co-op City Times / March 4, 2023

The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times office in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Views and opinions expressed in letters are solely the writer’s and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Smoking Policy in Public Areas of Campus Needed

To the Editor:

This letter is a plea to our Board members and Legal department to provide the community with a posted policy for smokers standing too close to our building entrances. It is very annoying to walk out of the building and have to be subjected to shareholders, employees, contractors and guests smoking under the building porticos. If there is a written policy that Public Safety can enforce via a verbal warning or community complaint, this simple request will improve our quality of life.

Our health, peace of mind, and attitude would all benefit from keeping smokers at a reasonable distance away from our building entrances. Non-smokers do not want to inhale cigarette and/or marijuana smoke. We have a senior community to be concerned about and this activity is not healthy for anyone.

If you agree or disagree with this opinion, please write in to the Co-op City Times and share your thoughts and solutions. Please contact our Board members with your concerns.

—Ruth Sharma

Resolution 23-01

To the Editor:

“All shareholders must use a licensed moving company when moving in or out.” This is so unfair to us. Bad enough we must pay three additional months’ Maintainance when moving out, along with repairs. And by the way, those who live in a townhouse won’t need the elevator and many people are willing and able to move themselves as they don’t trust these unknowns and their prices. Also, what if someone decides to put some items in storage? Is this considered a move?

Living in a world of rules is one thing but our leaders should focus on what’s best for us and use common sense. We have all these Administrative Fees for bike riding, unleashed dogs, walking on grass, motorcycles on greenway, toddler park infractions, and more. What I’d like to see in this paper is a report as to what is being imposed on the violators. Let’s get rid of the notion of this Resolution 23-01 and invent some common sense thinking.

––Nick Liberati

To our Co-op City Community – We Thank You!

To the Editor: My husband, Rod, and I moved into Co-op City in May 1977 with our two sons, Keith and Kristopher. Our daughter, Kelly, was born here in 1987. I became P.A. President for P.S. 153 and fought very hard to organize parents to protest the closing of the school due to lack of students. The late Senator Abe Bernstein worked with us. The school remained open. We had committed parents who did not want their children “bussed” all over town.

From there, I ran for the Riverbay Board of Directors and was successful. We became active parents with organizations including: St. Joseph’s Summer Daz Day Camp program, Co-op City Little League, Morris Park Lions Football, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts and Kung Fu. We made some awesome friends and great memories.

Rod became a coach for the Little League and had the boys practicing just about every day. Their teams became one of the best teams in their division. In 1992, Rod became active with P.S 153’s P.A. when Kelly was in school. His interest led him to run to become a member of the Community School Board. He was successful and served 11 consecutive years.

I worked for Congressman Eliot L. Engel from his Dreiser Loop and Riverdale offices for over 20 years. I was asked to run for District Leader in 1992, and was successfully elected. For the last 31 consecutive years, I have helped my neighbors with the NYC Board of Elections and

In Celebration of Women’s History Month

If there is a woman in your life you’d like to salute during Women’s History Month (March), the Co-op City Times welcomes your submission.

Submissions should include your relationship to the subject, how they have impacted your life, or the reason(s) she is special to you. You may also submit a photo to accompany the acknowledgement.

Submission should not exceed 200 words or it may be edited depending on space availability. Please also include your address (for verification purposes; not for publication) and a working phone number in case there is a need to contact you.

Submissions should be emailed to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com, or dropped off to Room 21 in the Bartow Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. For additional information, you may send an email to the address above or call (718) 320-3300, ext. 3375/6.

other issues. Rod is currently a three term Riverbay Board Director, coming in number #1 twice. He worked with a Riverbay Board ad-hoc committee committed to getting our old MTA bus routes back.

Looking over the past years, we are fortunate to have met and helped so many of you and we don’t regret a day.

I never thought anyone was watching the progress we were making in the community enough to want to acknowledge us both with a plaque. We thank our Assemblyman Michael Benedetto with all our hearts. “The Power Couple?” No, we’re the “Empowered Couple.” Thank you all!

––Shirley Saunders

Co-op City Times Submission Process

When submitting club articles with pictures to the Co-op City Times, please DO NOT EMBED the picture/s in the Word document. Rather, send the actual picture/s as an attachment along with the Word document for proper print reproduction. All submissions must be emailed to: cctimes@riverbaycorp.com. Thank you.

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The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writer and include their address and phone number, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the author.

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