Co-op City Times 01/28/12

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Vol. 47 No. 4

Saturday, January 28, 2012

Wells Fargo explains loan guarantee process BY ROZAAN BOONE On the heels of the US Department of Urban Development (HUD) requesting a larger guarantee from New York City and State in order to proceed with the transaction of providing its own guarantee for a refinancing loan for Co-op City, and Coop City shareholders asking for clarification on the loan process, Wells Fargo has issued an explanation. According to Wells Fargo, they would be the lender/underwriting mortgagee of the $600M refinancing loan that Co-op City is currently pursuing. As an approved Ginnie Mae issuer, just prior to closing, Wells Fargo will sell Ginnie Mae securities to fund the refinancing loan to Co-op City. In addition to other requirements, mortgages eligible to be insured through Ginnie Mae must be, and must remain, insured or guaranteed by the FHA and they must also be issued by the same issuer, in this case, Wells Fargo. “There is an active market for those securities, and we are one of the largest issuers and servicers in the country,” Wells Fargo wrote in their explanation to Riverbay management. Ginnie Mae securities are the only US

government backed securities offered through HUD, specifically on loans insured by the Federal Housing Administration (FHA), which HUD’s 223f program allows for. However, up until August of last year, the 223f program was only open to rentals, not condos and cooperatives such as Co-op City. Riverbay’s management, working with Wells Fargo, petitioned HUD over an 18month period to open up the program to include condos and co-ops so that Co-op City can attempt to secure a refinancing mortgage insured by the FHA. In August, 2011, there was a measure of success when this was accomplished, however, when Riverbay attempted to file its application, it was unsuccessful apparently because there was no interest at HUD given the size of Co-op City, and uncertainty about the effectiveness of the state’s supervisory and financial oversight of the development. In a report to the community earlier this year, management wrote: “Many of the issues also involved HUD getting familiar with and comfortable with the Mitchell-Lama program itself. The New

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Working together for our common benefit expected. We are I want to President’s Report in a troubled begin by thanking economy, as most Peter Merola, of us well know, our Director of so we must conFinance, for givtinue to exercise ing the Board an austerity in operations at Riverbay, excellent and professional presentation eliminating waste wherever possible about how Riverbay Corporation and cutting unnecessary costs, but stands in relation to its current twooverall, it looks like we are doing okay year operating budget. First, it's imporin very uncertain economic times. I tant to remember that Co-op City is a would also like to thank Director Bill city within a city, with many related Gordon for all the work he put in as costs to keep going and providing Chairman of the Budget Committee. cooperators with essential services. It's Though some complain and comimpossible and foolish for anyone to plain about this and that, and almost think you can just arbitrarily cut and everything under the sun, without slash the budget without regard for doubt, Co-op City still remains the best unintended consequences or detrimenhousing buy in the New York City mettal trickle down effects. That's why I'm ropolitan area. This was brought home grateful we have professionals like Mr. to me again the other week when I read Merola to thoroughly explain financial in the daily newspapers that rents in issues and possible consequences to us. Manhattan had increased some 9% in I'm happy that, according to Mr. the past year. I was surprised when I Merola, the forecasts for both Fiscal read the average cost people pay for Year 11/12 and Fiscal Year 12/13 remain favorable. This means projected income is greater than initially (Continued on page 2)

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Hot water shutdown, Tues., Jan. 31

Riverbay General Counsel releases report on Director’s primary residence investigation A report by Riverbay General Counsel after an investigation requested by Board President Helen Atkins was released concerning Board Director Bernard Cylich's primary residence in light of his owning a home in upstate New York, as well as another in North Carolina. The report concluded, based on the totality of the evidence, that Mr. Cylich's primary residence is in Co-op City, and his seat on the Board should not be deemed vacant due to him not having Co-op City as his primary residence. Questions, however, were raised

about whether Mr. Cylich knowingly claimed both Co-op City and his update New York house simultaneously as primary residences for the purpose of receiving a tax benefit. The report prepared by General Counsel Jeffrey Buss of Smith, Buss & Jacobs, and presented to the Riverbay Board at the direction of President Atkins is printed on pages 7-8 of this issue of the Co-op City Times, though the specific addresses of Mr. Cylich’s residences were redacted to protect his privacy.

Win dow Gu a r d for ms mu st be r etu r n ed by Febr u a r y 15 The Window Guard forms that were mailed by Riverbay to shareholders must be filled out as completely and fully as possible and returned to the Window Guard office in Room S in the Bartow Community Center at 2049 Bartow Avenue by Wednesday, February 15. The Window Guard forms can be returned by mail in the bar-coded return envelope that were provided or hand delivered to Rm. S. Please use only the 2012 Window Guard form that was mailed recently.

The city’s Window Guard law was enacted to help prevent incidences of younger children being injured or killed in falls from unguarded windows. It requires owners of multiple dwellings (buildings with 3 or more apartments) to provide and properly install approved window guards on all windows in apartments where a child(ren) 10 years or younger reside or visit, although anyone, for whatever reason, may request window guards, even if you do not have children 10 or younger in the apartment. (See more information on page 2).

The hot water shutdown that was scheduled to take place on Wednesday, January 26, has been rescheduled to Tuesday, January 31, beginning at 10 a.m. and ending at approximately 6 a.m. on Wednesday, February 1, when the work is expected to be completed, weather permitting. T h e a ffect ed b u ild in gs a r e: Buildings 1 thru 7 Buildings 15 thru 20 Townhouses Adler East, Adler West, Alcott, and Defoe

(Shopping Centers 1 and 2) (MS 153 and PS 180) Cold water will remain available throughout the shutdown. To avoid the possibility of flooding in your apartment, please ensure that your hot water faucet in kept in the closed position and that all drains are cleared of any objects. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to restore your service as soon as possible. —R iver b a y P ower P la n t

Co-op City man shot three times outside Building 33 BY BILL STUTTIG

A 22 year-old Co-op City man was shot three times by an unknown assailant just as he prepared to enter Building 33 at 9:35 last Saturday night. According to Public Safety, the man, a resident of Building 27, was preparing to visit a friend in Building 33 and approaching the front door when he was fired upon three times, the bullets striking the young man in the left shoulder, the right kidney and the center of the back. A Public Safety Emergency

Service Unit responded to the scene to render medical assistance to the victim and stabilize him until a New York City Emergency Medical Service ambulance arrived and transported him to an area hospital. According to Public Safety, the victim is expected to survive. The NYPD is offering a $2,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the assailant and any possible accomplices. Anyone with information can call the 45th Precinct Detective Squad at (718) 822-5414 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS.

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apartments in different parts of Manhattan. From Harlem to the Lower East Side, Washington Heights and Battery City, rents have skyrocketed. In comparison, I think we are fortunate and have it pretty good living in Co-op City, especially when you factor in that we don't have to pay individually for utilities, and we also have our own Public Safety force. Let's consider the average rent of some apartments in Manhattan with Co-op City. A one-bedroom apartment on the Upper West Side rents for an average cost of $2,593 per month, with a two-bedroom going for $3,770 and a threebedroom costing an average of $5,970 per month. In Harlem, a one-bedroom apartment goes for an average rent of $1,572 per month, a two-bedroom for $2,173, and a three-bedroom averages $2,836 per month. I could go on and on but I think everyone gets the point, rents are high all over, while Co-op City remains affordable. On another matter, I must confess I was very surprised to read a Viewpoint last week where it seemed to be saying a single Director was responsible for initiating the HUD loan process, which is not only ridiculous, but simply not true. I

encourage all my fellow Directors to speak their minds, but I also believe it's important to stick with the truth, and facts, while trying not to stray too far from reality. It was management that started the ball rolling on discussions about the possibility of a HUD loan guarantee for Co-op City. At the time, such HUD loan guarantees would only be considered for rentals, but since there was a new HUD Director who had experience at the Department of Housing and Preservation (HPD), management pursued efforts to see if there was a chance for such HUD guarantees to be considered for co-ops and condominiums, which, of course, would also make Co-op City eligible. To their credit, management continued discussions, along with Wells Fargo, arguing our position for over 18 months at the federal level, without Board involvement, until HUD agreed to expand its 223f program and consider Co-op City for such a possible guarantee. We also received news this week from Wells Fargo that they would be the lender/underwriting mortgagee of the $600 million refinancing loan that we in Co-op City are currently seeking to obtain. As explained to me, since

Wells Fargo is an approved Ginnie Mae issuer, just prior to a closing, Wells Fargo would sell Ginnie Mae securities to fund a refinancing loan for Co-op City. Just so everyone knows, Ginnie Mae securities are the only U.S. government backed securities offered through HUD on loans which are insured by the Federal Housing Administration. Perhaps most important is the fact that Wells Fargo continues to say they believe Co-op City represents a good investment for HUD, in large measure due to the recent loan obtained from New York Community Bank which made it possible for Riverbay to pay off the astronomical sewer and water charges owed to the City of New York, as well as to continue with significant, required repair work to the community's infrastructure. The main point I want to convey is that we at Riverbay are not just standing in place when it comes to improving our community. We live in a complicated world, with a lot of government entities and a lot of requirements and regulations, but I am confident that the quality of life in Co-op City will continue to get better and better, especially if we all work together for the common good.

Information for shareholders about window guard forms This information is taken from the New York City Department of Health website, http://home2.nyc.gov/html/ doh/html/win/winbroc.shtml Win dow G u ar ds: Th ey Save L ives. T hey' r e t he La w Every year, many children fall out of windows in New York City. Some die. Others are badly hurt. Even falling from a firstfloor window can kill a child! It can happen fast, to any child, even yours. Window guards can keep children from falling out of windows. Screens are only for keeping bugs out. They will not protect your children. Only window guards will keep kids safely inside. All window guards must be the strong metal kind approved by the Health Department. And every window guard must be installed right and put in tight with screws. It's the law! Make sure that your window guards are put in right, and put in tight. Win d ow gu a r d s m u st b e in st a lled r igh t a n d scr ewed in t igh t Only window guards approved by the Health Department can be installed. They must be made of strong metal. And they must - by law - be put in right & put in tight, or they won't work. • If a window guard feels loose when you push and pull the bars, it could come loose or fall out when a child leans against it or climbs on it. • The window guard must be screwed in tight on both sides with special screws approved by the Health Dept. If it is loose on either side, it has not been put in right. • If the window guard is screwed into a rotting window frame or a loose window frame, it could come loose or fall out. • On regular (double hung) windows, two L-shaped stops should be screwed into the window tracks—one on each side—to keep the bottom windows form being opened too high. If the two L-shaped stops are not there, the window guard is not safe. It is against the law to take the L-shaped stops out. • When the L-shaped stops are put in right and screwed in tight, there must be no more than 4 1/2 inches of space above or below the window guard, even when the window is all the way open. There should be no space big enough for a baby's head to get through. If a five-inch ball can fit through any window opening, then the window guard has not been put in right. •Your apartment might not have regular (double hung) window. If you have a different kind of window, special window guards and stops approved by the Health Dept. must be used. Pr ot ect You r Ch ild r en F r om Wind ow Falls Never leave your child alone in a room where there are open windows that do not have window guards If your window guards aren't installed yet, keep your bottom windows closed. Open only your top windows for fresh air. Furniture that children can climb on should not be near windows. Some babies can climb up on furniture and crawl through open windows even before they can walk. Never let your child play: • on fire escapes • on roofs • in halls with windows that do not have window guards • near elevator shafts • near steps and stairs Your landlord or management must give you forms to fill out about window guards. These forms tell your landlord if your apartment must have window guards. You must fill out these forms and return them to your landlord. It's the law. One form says NOTICE TO TENANT OR OCCUPANT on top. Your landlord must give you this form within 30 days of when you start renting, and every year after that, between January 1 and 16 (or with the January rent bill). If you have a

lease, your landlord must give you a form that says WINDOW GUARDS REQUIRED on top. C o-oper at ive If you own or live in a co-operative and you must have or want window guards, your co-op management - not you - must have them installed & must have them fixed if they need repairs. C hildr en If a child 10 and under lives in your apartment, the law says: • you must tell the landlord that children 10 and under live in your apartment. • you must let the landlord come in to install window guards. • you must not take down window guards once they are in. • you must not make changes to window guards. • you must not remove any part of a window guard. Win d ow gu a r d s m u st b y la w b e in st a lled on you r win d ows... ...if you live in a building that has three or more apartments and a child 10 and under lives in your apartment. Even if you live on the first floor, you must have window guards if a child 10 and under lives with you. Every window in the apartment must have a window guard except windows leading to fire escapes. In buildings with fire escapes, window guard must be left off one window in each ground-floor apartment so that the window can be used as and emergency exit. All public hallway

windows must have window guards, too. Even if you do not have a child 10 and under living with you, you still can have window guards if you want them. You might want them because children visit you, or you babysit, or an older person needs protection. Or may be you just feel safer with window guards. You don't have to give a reason. If you want them, they have to be installed. It's that simple. But, remember, if a child 10 and under lives with you, there is no choice - they must be installed. It's the law! Your landlord or building super--not you--must install window guards in your apartment's windows. Your landlord or super must also fix any window guards that need repairs, and install window guards in all hall windows if a child 10 and under lives in the building. If you want or need window guards or if they are loose or need fixing, call your landlord or management company: • Call the Health Department's Window Falls Prevention Program at (212) 676-2162 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. if you still have problems, or if you: • want a copy of New York City's laws on window guards or want more information, • need help with window guards or stops for sliding windows, casement windows, or any other kind of window, or • live in a one or two-family house and want information or advice on how to buy or install window guards. Remember: Window Guards Save Lives. They're the Law.

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Package Includes: • Live Concert Featuring RON ISLEY aka Mr. Big, also, STEPHANIE MILLS • 6 All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Meals • Comedy Show Hosted By CAPONE • 15 Hours Open Bar • 4 Parties (1 Pajama) • Male/Female Dancers Show

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For Birthday Set-ups or Tickets: Info. Contact 917-412-6187 Kevin Shaw

Kevin Shaw 917-412-6187 • Pear Tree Beauty Supply, 691 Co-op City Blvd. 718-320-4579

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2nd Combing ty p Cinext Blood Co-oDrive Next CB #10 Meeting The next Community Board #10 meeting will be held on Thursday, February 16, 7:30 p.m. at Villa Barone Manor, 737 Throggs Neck Expressway, Bronx, NY 10465. Please make every effort to attend. For further information, please call Community Board 10 at (718) 8921161.

JASA’s Tax Return Clinic AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide offers free help for older taxpayers and people with limited incomes. JASA in Co-op City will be sponsoring an AARP Foundation TaxAide site at the Einstein Community Center in Room 35, every Tuesday starting February 7th ending April 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. First come, first served. For further information, please contact JASA at (718) 320-2066.

Annual NCNW Black History Youth celebration On February 25, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. in the Dresier Auditorium 1, the 11th Annual NCNW Black History Youth Celebration will be staged, in collaboration with the Riverbay Fund. If any youth or youth groups are interested in volunteering and showcasing their talent, please call (917) 399 2643.

FRONT PA G E

Co-op City resident creates literature for inner-city teens BY BILL STUTTIG During his nearly 25 years as an educator and counselor for young teens and preteens in some of the city’s toughest neighborhoods, Glenn Raysor, a long-time Coop City resident, would regularly become frustrated with the school-issued literature he was told to give to his teen and pre-teen students to get them to develop their reading skills. “When I was teaching sixth grade at P.S. 26, I kept being told that Black and Latino boys would not read and I looked at what they were being given to read, books like The Babysitter’s Club and I knew that it was not going to happen and it was clear why. They needed to have something they can relate to and get interested in if they were going to develop as readers,” Raysor explained. Rather than accept this fault in the education system as a given, Raysor, who is now an assistant principal at Mott Hall in Manhattan, decided to write his own novel, geared for young teens, that is set in the tough world that many of them have learned to know all too well. Two years ago, he began writing a novel entitled Somewhere Out of the Darkness which delves into the dark world lurking in tough inner-city neighborhoods and tells the story of choices that are made, both good and bad, and the consequences of those choices. “I began writing it,” Raysor said, “and my students would read the chapters that I completed and left on my desk and they would say, ‘Mr. Raysor, this is pretty good’.” Raysor said that at that point, he believed he was on to something and he began incorporating the writing of the book into his teaching strategy.

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“I made a deal with them,” Raysor recalled. “I said if you guys do your schoolwork all week, you can come in and read the latest chapter when it is done. And they started doing just that and I would see seven guys in my office and they started reading and they would say things like, ‘You know, Mr. Raysor, we don’t say it like this on the street; we say it this way.’ So I said to them now you can start being my editor and my proof reader.” Raysor said that some of his students that never became interested in any book and never finished a book in their lives were now reading this book with him as he was writing it, getting involved and making regular suggestions. “It was making a difference,” he said. The short novel tells the story of the intertwining lives of two youth who are alone in the world and struggling with the harsh and violent reality of a street life where drug dealers and gang leaders ruled. “I try to teach them through the book that there is a consequence for their

actions and no matter how small those consequences may seem at first, they lead to more dire and deadly consequences down the road affecting not only you, but the people you love,” he said. The novel, which was published in late 2011, was designed as an educational tool with discussion questions, research and writing tips written into the book. So far, 100 copies have either been sold or given away and his goal is to reach youth groups and schools both in New York City and in other cities throughout the nation. The book is being marketed by Ray Star Productions, a group which specializes in promoting literature for and about minority youth. Raysor said his dream is to one day distribute 100,000 books but for now he is working one book at a time. “I made a deal with myself that for every book that gets sold, I will give one away,” he said. “This is really not about money.” Raysor said over the last few months, he began to hear from parents who read the book with their children and discussed it together. He added that a number of youth programs have reached out to him for copies of the story which depicts the gritty and violent world of urban street life, including a stark look at the prison life that often goes along with gang membership and the street drug culture. He said a second book, a sequel, is now being worked on and like the first one, he hopes to involve young people in helping him write the book. Raysor, a native of Manhattan and the Bronx, has been a resident of Co-op City for the past 22 years, having moved here after marrying his girlfriend from Co-op City. They are raising four children here.

Bereavement support on Mondays

Sanitation Department enforces rules for proper disposal of bedding; Fines may be passed on to noncompliant cooperators

Church of the Savior’s Bereavement Support Group meets every Monday, 6:30 p.m., at 120 DeKruif Place (Building 7, street level). This is a free service and anyone may attend for confidential counseling and support. This service is open to all residents, as well as members of the faith community and social agencies within Co-op City, who would like to attend or refer their members or clients to the bereavement support group. If you have suffered the loss of a loved one, and would like to take advantage of this service, please contact Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr. of the Church of the Savior at (718) 320-0002 or (917) 734-4058.

BY ROZAAN BOONE Since January 3, 2011, the City of New York Department of Sanitation (DSNY) has been enforcing a new rule that was enacted on December 3, 2010, to ensure the proper disposal of mattresses and box springs to help curtail the spread of bed bug infestations. Although the new rule was enacted on December 3, 2010, Sanitation allowed for a month’s grace before the agency actually began enforcing the rule. The new rule requires that all mattresses and box springs that are being disposed of must be fully encased within a sealed plastic bag to help prevent an increase in bed bug activity since bed bugs were found in homes and apartments throughout the city.

Failure to do so results in a $100 fine being levied on the homeowner or the housing company, as in the case of Co-op City. “There has been a rise in bed bug-related complaints within the city, and bedding is the prime nesting place for most bed bugs,” said Sanitation Commissioner John J. Doherty at the time that the new rule was enacted. “With this new rule, and thanks to the support of Councilmember Gale Brewer, we will safeguard our workers and help to mitigate the spread of bed bugs throughout the city. We also suggest that the plastic mattress bags be placed around the bedding before it is removed from the room…to further limit bed bugs from infesting other parts of the home or apartment.” For the most part, bed bugs are noctur-

nal and have a tendency to live in bedding, mattresses and box springs. Councilmember Gale Brewer offered: “I appreciate the efforts made by the Department of Sanitation to address the bed bug epidemic that our city has been grappling with, an issue I have been working on since 2006. In 2008, I introduced a bill, Intro 0872-2008, that would require all bedding and furniture set out for collection to be both completely contained inside a sealed plastic bag, and labeled with a sticker or decal indicating that it may contain bed bugs. I believe the rules promulgated by DSNY are a step in the right direction towards curtailing mattresses and (Continued on page 4)

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Wells Fargo York State Housing and Community Renewal (HCR), which administers the Mitchell-Lama program, has been very helpful because they also know that once the 223F program is open, it will be good for other co-ops in their program.” On their end, Wells Fargo persisted with a campaign to familiarize HUD with Co-op City, and its supervisory and financial structures to help stem fears at the federal level about the financial risk such a massive loan guarantee presented. Last summer, HUD officials even visited and toured Co-op City. In the meantime, Wells Fargo was able to secure a combined $35M first loss loan guarantee from both the City of New York and the State of New York. In reporting this news to Riverbay, Wells Fargo pointed out that they continue to believe that Co-op City represents a good investment for HUD, especially since the recent NYCB loan allowed Riverbay to pay off all water and sewer arrearages and contractor payables, and also continue repair work with significant additional work having been completed such as the Local Law II work on the 7 remaining hi rise buildings and the reopening of those terraces; along with a state ordered 3% increase in carrying charges that was implemented in October, 2011 with an additional 3% increase to go into effect on October 1 of this year.

Mattress Disposal of the home or apartment.” For the most part, bed bugs are nocturnal and have a tendency to live in bedding, mattresses and box springs. Councilmember Gale Brewer offered: “I appreciate the efforts made by the Department of Sanitation to address the bed bug epidemic that our city has been grappling with, an issue I have been working on since 2006. In 2008, I introduced a bill, Intro 08722008, that would require all bedding and furniture set out for collection to be both completely contained inside a sealed

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“This is in line with the standard protocol for approving budgets on a two-year cycle which is intended to provide sufficient revenues to the housing company to meet all of its estimated financial obligations,” Wells Fargo noted. “We believe that the top loss guarantee by the state and city provides remarkable evidence of the support and involvement that both will continue to have in Co-op City throughout the life of the HUD loan,” Wells Fargo stated in their update. “We would anticipate that many of HUD’s concerns about the way in which MitchellLama co-ops works (i.e., need to underwrite to 1:1 coverage; inability to have predetermined annual increases in carrying charges, and the like) would be allayed by that guarantee.” Last week, HUD asked Wells Fargo to discuss with the city and state of New York the possibility of them providing a larger guarantee that amounts to 10% or more of the anticipated $600M loan to be issued by Wells Fargo. In correspondence to Wells Fargo’s Managing Director of Multifamily Capitals, which was printed on page 6 of this publication last week, HUD’s Deputy Assistant Secretary for Multifamily Housing Programs, Marie D. Head, wrote: “Because this loan would be the largest ever done by HUD under the multifamily insurance fund, we need to assure that it is

done in a prudent manner. Of great importance to us is the support and involvement of the state, and its level of oversight of Mitchell-Lama co-ops. We have been impressed with the professionalism and knowledge of the state representatives we have met with, and recognize the value this brings to the transaction.” Ms. Head offered: “While we appreciate your initial conversations with the state and city concerning them taking a first loss position, HUD believes the loss level needs to be enhanced so that we can assure the ongoing solvency of the overall mortgage insurance fund in the unexpected event of a claim on this project. We would like to see in excess of 10% of the loan amount (in the range of $70M) or better, and would ask that you discuss this to see if that level of commitment can be obtained. I look forward to continuing our conversation on this property with both the City and State of New York.” Wells Fargo emphasized HUD’s role in this particular financial transaction in their explanation this week. “HUD purely acts as the insurer of the loan that will be made by Wells Fargo. The HUD commitment runs to Wells Fargo, not to the Borrower. The existence of that commitment gives us the right to issue Ginnie Mae securities to fund the loan.” In this case, “the borrower,” would be Riverbay Corporation representing the

development’s 15,372 shareholders. The fact that HUD’s commitment extends only to Wells Fargo and not to Riverbay means that in the event that Riverbay defaults on its payments, the investors in the Ginnie Mae mortgage backed securities would receive full and timely payments on their investment, which are “guaranteed by the full faith and credit guaranty of the United States government,” according to ginniemae.gov. As the lender, Wells Fargo is also the underwriting mortgagee, which means they have established criteria which Riverbay must meet in order to qualify for a loan. Wells Fargo will, therefore, review information submitted by Riverbay and then prepare a package for submission to HUD for review and issuance of a ‘Firm Commitment’ to provide the mortgage insurance. Wells Fargo also noted that they have their own underwriter on staff who has been approved by HUD to underwrite loans. This ensures HUD that all their financial requirements and guidelines will be met in order for HUD to issue their guarantee. It is expected that although the fee for the HUD guarantee will be added onto the interest rate of the Wells Fargo loan, because of the backing of the U.S. government, the overall interest rate will be far below the current New York Community Bank (NYCB) interest rate.

place them out on the dumpster pad to be carted away. However, some shareholders continue to dispose of mattresses and box springs without first placing them in a sealed plastic bag and/or labeling it as possibly bed bug contaminated or hazardous. This not only breaks the law which could result in the housing company being fined, but it also exposes Riverbay workers to the bed bugs that may be on the items. “This is now a New York City law and we have to be in compliance,” stated Riverbay’s Safety Director, Kevin

Keenan, who also oversees operations at the development. “It is important that we protect the employees and the cooperators who work and live here and we will issue a community complaint, along with related fines and legal fees, to those who do not comply with the law.” Plastic bags to encase bedding are available at department stores, home improvement centers, at other home supply businesses and also online. For further information, you may visit www.nyc.gov/sanitation, or call 3-1-1.

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plastic bag, and labeled with a sticker or decal indicating that it may contain bed bugs. I believe the rules promulgated by DSNY are a step in the right direction towards curtailing mattresses and box springs as a vehicle of spreading bed bugs. In our shared concern for the health and safety of city employees, I look forward to working with the Department to ensure that these rules are as effective as possible.” Here at Co-op City, shareholders are required to bring their mattresses and box springs down to the basement or

Laundry room update The laundry room in Building 9 reopened yesterday, Friday, January 27, and Building 11’s laundry facility is scheduled to be shut down for renovation this upcoming Friday, February 2. The locks to the lobby doors in Buildings 9 and 10 will be adjusted so that residents of Building 11 can use the laundry room in either of those buildings while their laundry room is being serviced. The laundry room in Building 7, which was closed down on January 20, is expected to be back in service on Monday, February 13. So far, the renovation of the laundry rooms in Buildings 1-6 have been completed and shareholders of record who reside in those buildings who have not yet done so, are reminded that they should pick up their Coinmach welcome package, which is printed in both English and Spanish, from their Cooperator Service Office (CSO). Included in the package is

a $5 complimentary smart card for use in the new energy efficient machines that are installed in the renovated laundry rooms. The welcome packages for Building 9 have not yet been received so residents should contact their CSO first to find out if they have arrived before going to pick them up. ONLY the shareholder of record can pick up the welcome package and ID is required. The welcome package includes tips on proper use of the new machines and dryers, as well as a few troubleshooting tips. Shareholders are reminded that low sudsing, high efficiency or “he” detergents must be purchased as they are specially formulated for use in front-load and high efficiency washers. Regular detergents generate too much suds which will cause the new front-load, high efficiency washers to shut down and automatically activate a suds removal

process before continuing the wash cycle, thereby extending the time it takes for the wash to complete. The new washing machines should also not be overloaded as this too may interfere with the clothes not being properly cleaned at the end of the wash cycle. Coinmach points out that the washers perform best when it is filled with a normal

load of clothing. Washing only one or a few articles of clothing may cause the machine to be off balanced which could result in it spinning for an extended period of time at the end of the wash as it tries to rebalance the wash and possibly finish the cycle. Another tip that Coinmach offers is to leave the washer door open at the end of the wash cycle to allow air to circulate.

Congratulations, Kevin! Congratulations to Kevin Allen Blash, Jr. on his acceptance to West Point. We are so proud of you and extremely happy your dream has come true! God has blessed you with your wish and He will continue to grant you much success in life. You have worked hard for this achievement in your church, school and community. We know how proud your parents and sister are of you at this time. Keep up your good work and you will be successful in life. God bless you and we love you. —Gr a ndma , Aunt C ha r lene a nd Davida

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Management Report With the permission of the Board President, we have been, over the past weeks, informing the community about different programs, initiatives and ideas being pursued by Management. It MUST be understood that everything begins and ends with the Board of Directors. It is Management’s job to take care of day-to-day activity, but we also believe that Management has a responsibility to suggest and implement improvements or changes which may be beneficial, after discussion with and, where necessary, approval from the Board of Directors. Sh op p in g C en t er s Our shopping centers are in serious need of an upgrade, renovation, and makeover. They only generate $3,348,333 a year in income and have too many stores duplicating goods and services. The Executive Summary from the Cushman & Wakefield April 21, 2011 report put a value of $49,000,000 on our shopping centers if we leased the centers AS IS. The Cushman & Wakefield study compared the value of our shopping centers to other real estate in the area. Clearly, they seek to broker a deal, but they are saying we could expect $49,000,000 if we brought in an outside company to run our centers. In addition, a Developer has expressed interest in undertaking a joint venture with us using their money (the Developer’s money, NOT Co-op City’s) to upgrade our shop-

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Marion Scott Real Estate, Inc. ping centers, although we have not embarked on any serious negotiation, pending Board and community input. When Co-op City was constructed, the stores in the 3 centers were critical since there was nothing else around. That is no longer the reality. Subject to the legal issues and need for NYCB and DHCR concurrence, Management would like to suggest that we explore the options. In addition to the above mentioned lease out of our shopping centers, there is also the possibility, again, pending community input and Board approval, of making each center a condominium with a ground lease and the ability for each store owner to purchase their store. Co-op City would sub-meter all utilities and be paid 1 cent below Con Ed rates for electric and dollar for dollar on water and gas. The condominium would contract with us for security and maintenance service and pay a ground lease, BUT, at the end of the day, the merchants own their store, pay no rent to Co-op City, and they own and/or can sell their store. There would also be a common charge payable to Riverbay Corporation from each association for common area charges, ground lease

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and real estate taxes. With this new revenue stream, we could upgrade our lobbies with new entrances, digital entry, more cameras with interactive ‘virtual doorman’ 24 hours a day/7 days a week which reacts to motion sensitive cameras and can speak to and listen to responses from each lobby. We would also explore the possibility to gate Co-op City much like Fordham Plaza and therefore be able to control outside activity – creating a secure, tranquil environment – more on this when we discuss Public Safety. Charges for ground rent, maintenance, electric, security and grounds could or should make up for at least one third or more of the present income ($3,348,333) and then deduct what we pay for real estate taxes, $1.5 million, and common area expenses, $1.5 million, and there are no shortfalls, in fact, a profit. Ba sic m a t h a s follows: • 275,610 square feet rentable would sell based upon a cost per square foot between $100 and $150 a square foot or between $41,341,500 and $27,561,000. • Use $7,000,000 for upgrade of centers – new façade, new lights, and repair concrete. • The balance of earnings could be used for: New en t r a n ces & lob b y u p gr a d e K eyless en t r y ‘Vir t u a l d oor m a n ’ G a t ed co m m u n it y w it h ca m er a s

Develop m en t P r op er t y Co-op City also has three prime areas for possible development. With Board permission, we could solicit bids for long term ground leases. A. The lot which borders on Bartow Avenue and Co-op City Boulevard next to Garage 5 and across from the power plant is prime. It is a rectangle lot 300’ by 100’ if you don’t count the space on Bartow at the former garage entrance. Undoubtedly, a developer would see the potential for residential and retail. We could sell energy and provide parking on the upper floors of Garage 5. The lot is zoned C4 – 3. B. The irregular parcel adjacent to the firehouse 255’ by 260’ by 150’ zoned R6. A developer could effectively build senior housing or residential and pay Co-op City ground lease rent. C . The area called Veterans Park – rarely used next to Bartow Center and relocate the park. Bartow Avenue is prime real estate. To ensure the future viability of the development, it is important to find ways to generate new capital and reduce expenses in order to improve the quality of life of residents, pay off our existing loan, make structural repairs and improvements without decreasing services and/or increase maintenance to the shareholders. Coop City’s real estate is or may be an effective vehicle, and we believe these proposals are worth exploring.

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Management responds to Director’s Viewpoint To Dir ect or F r a n cin e J on es, I noted in your 1/21/12 Viewpoint you indicate that a Director initiated the HUD loan process. I do not know where you got your opinion, but it is simply not true. The reality is that I was discussing opportunities at Freddie Mac or Fannie

Mae with Alan Weiner, the Director of Wells Fargo Multi-Family. I asked him about the 223F - FHA insured HUD loans and he told me it would be great but only can be accessed by rentals. We began to discuss whether it was possible to get them to consider co-ops and condominiums considering the role and

experience of the their new HUD Director having been at HPD. It took over 18 months but we got HUD to expand the program. To that point, there was no Board involvement. If you have a question, please advise. —H er b F r ee d m a n M a r ion Sc ot t R ea l E st a t e, I n c.

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Bicycle parking in Co-op City garages Local Law 51 of 2009 requires that all New York City licensed parking garages provide bicycle parking. The Parking Facilities Department is offering bicycle parking in all eight (8) garages. Each garage can hold a maximum of thirty-two (32) bicycles for parking. Garages have bicycle racks in the rear area to accommodate

parking. Garage # 1 has racks in the front area. The Board of Directors recently voted on pricing for bicycles parked in the garages at a very low cost: $10 per month or $1 per day. The lower price resolution was enacted to afford availability of bicycle parking to families all across the Co-op City community.

If you wish to park your bicycle in our garages and open a monthly lease, please visit the Parking Facilities office in Bartow Community Center, Room 24. We are open on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Tuesday and Thursday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. —P a r k in g Fa cilit ies Dep a r t m en t

MATTRE SS DI SP OSAL The City of New York requires all residents to fully cover all mattresses or box springs in a sealed plastic bag for garbage disposal and collection. This rule was intended to prevent an increase in bed bug activity. Under the rule, failure to place a mattress or box spring in a proper bag will result in a $100 fine imposed by the City. In addition, Co-op City residents who violate this rule may be subject to a Community Complaint with related fines and legal fees. (The City of New York and Riverbay do not

provide mattress or box spring bags or covers.) Plastic bags to cover mattresses and box springs are available at department stores, home improvement centers and large moving companies. They can also be purchased online. Please follow this rule when disposing mattresses and/or box springs. These covered items are to be brought to the basement or placed on the dumpster pads for proper trash collection. Thank you for your attention and cooperation in this —C SO matter.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 20 Article SIXTH of your Occupancy submit your completed form for a short- lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Agreement provides, in part, that your lease term lease no later than thirty (30) days Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, automatically renews for an additional before the expiration of your present lease. Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to three (3) year period. You need to do noth- If you will be moving out at the end of your lease expiration. ing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) New Three (3) Year Last Date to Request Current Lease either a One (1) or year period. If you desire a Expiration Date Expiration Date lease of less than three (3) Two (2) Year Lease years, you may call 718-3203373 to request a form to subBuilding 20 April 30, 2012 April 30, 2015 March 31, 2012 mit for either a one (1) year or 100, 120, 140 Asch Loop two (2) year lease. You must

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Riverbay General Counsel report on Cylich primary residence investigation J a n u a r y 6, 2012 TO : MS. HELEN ATKINS, PRESIDENT F RO M : JEFFREY D. BUSS, ESQ. ANDRE HAYNES, ESQ. R E : CYLICH PRIMARY RESIDENCE INVESTIGATION At your request, General Counsel reviewed allegations and documentary evidence which suggest that Mr. Bernard Cylich, a member of the Corporation’s Board of Directors, does not maintain his primary residence at Co-op City. The evidence established that Mr. Cylich owns multiple residential properties in addition to his Co-op City property, that Mr Cylich has been receiving a “primary residence” tax benefit at one of those properties in upstate New York, that he simultaneously receives the same tax benefit for his Co-op City property, and that State law limits the benefit to one property which must, as a matter of law, be the person’s primary residence. After review, it is Counsel’s opinion that although Mr. Cylich maintains other residences his primary residence is Co-op City. It is Counsel’s further opinion that Mr. Cylich improperly received dual tax benefits for approximately seven (7) years under a State program which restricts those benefits to one, primary residence. That practice ceased on November 22nd, 2011, after Counsel raised the issue. Although receipt of primary residence tax benefits at another property over a period of years is evidence that the other property is Mr. Cylich’s primary residence, the totality of the evidence and relevant case law support a finding that Co-op City is Mr. Cylich’s primary residence. Ba sis for I n qu ir y HCR Regulations require shareholders in a Mitchell-Lama project to maintain their cooperative unit as their principal residence, 9 NYCRR § 1727-5.3 (a)(9). Failure to do so is grounds for removal. In addition, Article IV, Section 10 of the Occupancy Agreement mandates that residents occupy their Co-op City apartment as their primary residence. Failure to do so is grounds for eviction. Further, the Corporation’s By-Laws, specifically Article III, Section 2 (a) require Directors to be resident shareholders. Failure to do so is grounds for removal from the Board. The Board President requested that General Counsel conduct an investigation of Mr. Cylich’s residency status after receiving information indicating that Director Cylich owned multiple properties in addition to his Co-op City apartment. Article 3, Section 3 (p) of the Corporation’s By-laws requires the President to conduct such an investigation. That section provides that: “The Board of Directors acting through the President must upon receipt of knowledge, declare vacant the office of a Director when he is found to no longer be a resident when any one or more of the following events shall occur...his primary residence is no longer Co-op City”.

As a threshold matter Counsel first conducted various public record searches which confirmed the fact that Mr. Cylich owns other residential properties, including a home in North Carolina and a home in upstate New York. Those public record searches indicated that Mr. Cylich was receiving a STAR benefit for a property in Copake Falls, New York and that he had obtained a mortgage for that property which had primary residence restrictions. Accordingly, Counsel wrote to Mr. Cylich, in confidence, to request documentation and an explanation. Mr. Cylich requested, and obtained, a number of extensions to respond to Counsel’s inquiry. Eventually, an attorney representing Mr. Cylich provided Counsel with information responsive to Counsel’s request. Since the information supplied contains personal and confidential information relating to Mr. Cylich’s income and assets, only a description of the type of information supplied is discussed in this report. P r im a r y R esid en ce St a n d a r d The requirement that a beneficiary of Mitchell-Lama housing maintain the regulated unit as their primary residence is a mandatory condition to admission and continued occupancy of a Mitchell-Lama unit. Since Riverbay is a Mitchell-Lama housing project, an individual may not reside at Riverbay, or serve as a Director, if they fail to maintain Riverbay as their primary residence. Relevant case law requires that a determination of primary residence must be made on a case by case basis, and that no one factor is determinative. Courts have traditionally considered the number of days an individual resides at a location; the comparative usage of utilities and other services at the questioned addresses; tax filings and tax benefits; real property records; insurance records; bank records; testimony; the addresses set forth by an individual on their driver’s license, motor vehicle registrations, voter registrations, bank statements, credit card statements, and utility bills; and the individual’s stated intent and reason for having more than one address, or for spending time at more than one location. STAR E xem pt ion Real Property Tax Law §425 provides that a taxpayer may receive a school tax abatement for their principal residence. Case law and written opinions of the NYS Department of Taxation and Finance hold that a person may have only one principal residence, Matter of Ball, A.D.3d 1151, 896 N.Y.S. 2d 489; 11 Op. Counsel State Board of Real Property Services No 18; 11 Op. Counsel SBRPS No. 77, and that a taxpayer may only receive one STAR exemption, and only for their principal residence. The current application form for STAR benefits specifically asks whether the applicant is receiving a STAR benefit for any other property. The application states that the benefit is available for one property only, which must be the applicant’s primary residence. The application contains a written certification from the taxpayer that the property is the taxpayer’s primary residence, and a representa-

tion from the taxpayer that they will notify the assessor if their primary residence changes. The application also cautions applicants that any person who misrepresents their primary residence shall be subject to a $100 penalty, shall be prohibited from receiving a STAR exemption for five (5) years, and may be subject to criminal prosecution. Since the STAR benefit is conditioned upon a taxpayer’s certification of the property as their principal residence, the Court’s have held that the receipt of STAR benefits may be used to determine residency related benefits, Matter of Ball. I n for m a t ion C on sid er ed Counsel obtained, reviewed and considered the following documentary information: • Riverbay corporate records showing that Mr. Cylich and his spouse maintain a residence within Co-op City at 120 De Kruif Place, Bronx, NY; • NYC Department of Finance records showing that Mr. Cylich and his spouse obtained and received a STAR tax exemption for the Co-op City property for years 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011; • A deed in the name of Mr. Cylich and his spouse for a single family home located in Copake Falls, NY, 12517; • A mortgage in the name of Mr Cylich and his wife for the Copake falls property, paragraph 6 of which states that Mr Cylich is, or will, occupy the Copake property as his principal residence, for at least one year commencing in 2004, unless the lender waives the requirement; • A 2008 Form 1098 from Bank of America showing that the Bank collected tax escrows for the Copake Falls property; • Columbia County NY tax assessor records showing that Mr. Cylich and his spouse obtained and received a STAR tax exemption for the Copake Falls property for years 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011; • A “Notice of Exemption Removal”, dated November 22, 2011, apparently from Copake Falls, stating that the Copake Falls property is no longer entitled to a STAR exemption as of 11/22/11; • A Notice from NYS Department of Taxation and Finance dated 1/18/08 stating that Mr. Cylich is not entitled to a STAR rebate for the Columbia County property for 2007 because NYS received applications for two properties and only one property may receive the exemption; • A Notice from NYS Department of Taxation and Finance dated 1/16/09 stating that the State cannot issue a STAR rebate for the Copake property because a STAR rebate exists for 120 DeKruiff Place; • A deed showing that Mr. Cylich and his wife own another single family home located in Charlotte, NC 28208; • A notice from the US Social Security Administration addressed to Mr. Cylich at his Co-op City address; • A transcript from the IRS of Mr. Cylich’s 2010 federal tax return listing his Co-op City address; • A transcript from the IRS of Mr. Cylich’s 2009 federal tax return listing his Co-op City address; • A copy of Mr. Cylich’s driver’s license, listing his Co-op City address; • Copies of motor vehicle registration

listing Mr. Cylich’s Co-op City address; • Copy of a Union Security Benefit Fund check addressed to Mr. Cylich at the Co-op City address; • New York Voter Registration Record listing Co-op City address for Mr. Cylich • Correspondence from attorney from Mr. Cylich stating that Mr. Cylich considers Co-op City to be his primary residence and addressing issues relating to STAR benefits and mortgage language. In addition to a review of the above documentation, Counsel also spoke with various Riverbay residents regarding the frequency with which they observed Mr. Cylich at Co-op City, and with Mr. Cylich’s attorney. Discu ssion a n d F in d in gs Initially, questions were raised regarding the authority of the Board President and General Counsel to conduct this inquiry. These questions are without basis. As cited above, Article III, Section 3 (p) of the Corporation’s By-Laws expressly requires that the Board, acting through the President, must declare a seat on the Board vacant upon receipt of knowledge that a board member no longer maintains Co-op City as their primary residence. Further, State law and the Occupancy Agreement mandate that an individual who does not maintain Co-op City as their primary residence forfeits the right to reside there. As such, the Corporation, through its employees, offices and counsel, has both an obligation and a fiduciary duty to review allegations that have apparent merit. In this case, public record information established that Mr. Cylich not only owned other property, but that he was receiving a primary residence tax benefit for the other property. Ignoring this information would be inexcusable, particularly in light of the fact that State law limits STAR tax exemptions to one, principal residence. Subsequently, efforts were made to squelch Counsel’s investigation. Counsel choose to ignore these efforts upon the assumption that they were motivated more by a misguided sense of “Co-op City politics” than an effort to cover up potential wrongdoing. Counsel for Mr. Cylich explained that Mr. Cylich purchased the Copake Falls property in 2004 and financed the purchase with a mortgage. He conceded that the mortgage contains language stating that Mr. Cylich would be required to occupy the Copake Falls property as his primary residence for a period of one year. According to Mr. Cylich’s counsel, Mr. Cylich discussed the primary residency requirement with a mortgage broker who advised Mr. Cylich that the questioned requirement was “standard form language” and that the clause would not be enforced by the bank. According to Mr. Cylich’s counsel, although Mr. Cylich signed a mortgage with this requirement, he never used the Copake Falls property as his primary residence, the bank never raised the issue, and according to Mr. Cylich’s attorney, the failure of the bank to act in a timely manner constitutes a waiver of this clause. (Continued on next page)

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Investigation The scope of this inquiry is not focused on the propriety of Mr. Cylich’s dealings with his lender, or whether the bank is required to have or enforce primary residence language in its mortgage for regulatory purposes. Rather, the issue is whether Mr. Cylich treated the Copake Falls property, or Co-op City, as his principal residence. Standing alone, the mortgage language is just one fact to consider and must be weighed against the totality of the evidence. Counsel for Mr. Cylich sought to explain the dual STAR filing as an error. He claims that Mr. Cylich was unaware that he was receiving the credit since his school and property taxes are paid by his lender. Mr. Cylich claims to have only learned that he was receiving the STAR exemption after General Counsel inquired. He further claims that Mr. Cylich terminated the STAR credit for the Copake Falls property on November 22nd of this year, approximately seven (7) weeks after General Counsel first inquired. Mr. Cylich’s attorney posits that the STAR exemption may have been automatically transferred from the previous owner. In the opinion of Counsel, the proffered explanation strains credulity and does not excuse the impropriety of receiving a dual STAR exemption. New York law is very clear that a person must apply for the benefit, and that only one property at a time may receive the benefit. Counsel attempted to obtain the actual application from both the Columbia County Tax Assessor’s office and from

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the New York City Department of Finance. Neither entity had retained a copy of the original application, just the fact that the exemption had been granted for each location. As such, it was not possible to verify whether the actual application contained a representation of primary residence, as required by the current form. However, the law on this point has always been the same. The exemption may only be granted upon application and only upon a representation that the property for which the exemption is sought is the applicant’s sole, primary residence. Further, the 2007 and 2008 notices from New York State that Mr. Cylich’s application for a STAR exemption could not be approved is circumstantial evidence that applications were actually made by Mr. Cylich, which tends to contradict the assumption that the STAR exemption was automatically transferred from the previous owner. Since the benefit is based on residence, not property, this assumption is questionable. However, it is unclear why Columbia County, which administers the exemption, granted and allowed the STAR exemption when New York State indicated that Mr. Cylich was not entitled to receive it. Mr. Cylich’s violation of State law, intentional or accidental, and his responsibility for Columbia County school taxes, are issues of concern, but are not the primary responsibility of Riverbay. Nonetheless, three issues remain. Should Mr. Cylich be ineligible for STAR benefits at Co-op City, and if so, for what period of time?

MTA Bu s Time® set t o exp a n d t o t h e Br on x The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) this week announced that MTA Bus Time® will expand to the Bronx, and then a third borough still to be announced, both before the end of the year. MTA Bus Time is a popular digital system that currently allows Staten Island customers to track the real-time location of their buses via the Internet, smart phone or text message. The final two boroughs will be brought online in 2013. The 1,025 buses serving the Bronx will now receive GPS units and other hardware needed for MTA Bus Time, adding to the 900 buses on Staten Island that have the technology. MTA Bus Time uses technology components from two New York Citybased tech startups, research support provided by a team of graduate students, and an innovative open standards technology platform that gives the MTA flexibility in management and expansion of the service. The technology supplies a 21st century answer to the question bus riders have been asking since motorized bus service was first introduced in New York City more than a century ago. “Knowing how far away your next bus

is means you can spend more time with your family or more time at a coffee shop instead of waiting at a bus stop in a state of uncertainty,” said MTA Chairman Joseph J. Lhota. “About 90% of our customers carry text-message enabled cell phones, so this is a big step forward to help make the lives of our customers a lot easier.” Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr., said: “I am happy to hear that the MTA is expanding this service to the Bronx. Now, bus riders in our borough will not have to rely on guesswork and a look into the distance to see when their bus is going to arrive. This service is very convenient and will provide commuters in our borough with up to the minute information. That information will surely come in handy all year round, especially during the cold winter months.” “MTA Bus Time has been a huge hit on Staten Island,” said Darryl Irick President of the MTA Bus Company and Senior Vice President of NYC Transit’s Department of Buses. “It means a lot to a bus rider to be able to use the technology that they have in their pocket or on their desktop to determine how many stops away the next bus is.”

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Should Mr. Cylich have voluntarily disclosed the situation to Co-op City and was his behavior in this matter a breach of his ethical or fiduciary duty to the Corporation and the Board? Third, is the receipt of STAR benefits for the Columbia County property dispositive of whether Columbia County, or Co-op City, is Mr. Cylich’s primary residence? With regard to the first issue, Counsel does not believe that Mr. Cylich should have been eligible for STAR benefits at Co-op City during the time period he received STAR benefits for another property. Counsel also believes that Mr. Cylich should not be eligible to receive STAR benefits at Co-op City for a future period of time as a deterrent. Second, with regard to the ethical and/or fiduciary issues which may be posed by Mr. Cylich’s conduct, Counsel recommends that the Board of Directors discuss this issue and that the Board reach a decision on what, if any actions or sanctions should be imposed. The Board should be guided by the Corporation’s By-Laws, the Corporation’s prior resolutions on a Code of Ethics, the Oath of Office taken by board members, and by a corporate director’s common law fiduciary obligations. Third, with regard to the primary residence issue, Counsel is of the opinion that the receipt of STAR benefits at the Columbia County property is not, by

itself, dispositive of the question. It is only a factor to be considered. The fact that Mr. Cylich has now discontinued the practice is of no moment. Case law has consistently held that a breach of the primary residence requirement is a non-curable default. Looking at the totality of the evidence, Counsel is of the opinion that Co-op City is Mr. Cylich’s primary residence, and that his seat on the Board should not be deemed vacant for this reason. He spends the majority of his time at Co-op City, not in Copake Falls or North Carolina. He is registered to vote in Co-op City. According to his voter registration records, he has consistently voted in elections at the Bronx address. His driver’s license and his motor vehicle registrations, both present and past, list Co-op City as his address. His tax returns are filed with Co-op City as his address. His union benefits and his Social Security benefits are paid to him at his Coop City address. And, although improper, he also receives a STAR benefit for his Coop City address. These factors outweigh his receipt of a primary residence tax benefit and mortgage at the Copake Falls property. On balance, his primary residence is Co-op City. R esp ect fu lly su bm it t ed , J effr ey D. Bu ss, E sq . An d r e H a yn es, E sq .

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I’ll say it again! I am happy to live in Co-op City. I do not – in any way – regret moving my family here. Moving into our Co-op City apartment was a step up for us in quality, comfort, and affordability; that quality, comfort, and affordability is still in place thirty-three years later. Parkchester and Tracy Towers are two local comparisons that easily prove the point. In Parkchester, residents pay approximately 30% more in carrying charges, but do not have a central garbage facility to effectively remove trash from bins that overflow onto their streets nor do they have a Public Safety Department to maintain their security with the level of professionalism as our own. Additionally, Parkchester residents pay for their utilities. Last year, the residents of Tracy Towers, another Mitchell-Lama residency, were told that they would face rent increases of nearly 63% over the next three years. I am not saying that Co-op City has not had problems. The community has a forty year history that is studded with obstacles that required careful handling. There were thieving contractors who skimped on building materials or took short cuts in construction, there was management instability (between 1977 – 1999 Riverbay had a total of 15 General Managers), there were dysfunctional Boards of Directors, and even a thieving Board President. Nonetheless, here we are today with

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Khalil Abdul-Wahhab many accomplishments behind us or nearly so. Our window replacement project that set a world record with 130,000 window replacements will be completed in the next few weeks. Our state-of-the-art power plant is performing slightly better than anticipated: it not only provides energy savings through efficiency, it also allows the export of power to Con Edison. Between January and October of 2011, we billed Con Ed $590,018 for excess electricity sales from our power plant to that utility. P ut it in Per spective We are the largest housing cooperative in the nation (perhaps the world). There are between 50,000 and 60,000 residents living in 15,372 apartments. The residency rests on 320 acres of marshland/ landfill. Maintenance and repair of the infrastructure, effective budget management, successful Board Policy, and logical project initiation are constant considerations. Judgments cannot be made with knee-jerk thinking – handling the on-going business

of Co-op City is not a sprint action; it is a marathon. I am not opposed to having people disagree with me. Considering varying perspectives offers the best opportunity for discovering useful options for problem solving. When cooperators express their thoughts – for or against – I am grateful for their input. I am not the only Board Director appreciative of input. Directors Francine Jones, Tony Illis, and Daryl Johnson, to name a few, solicit input and urge participation by cooperators in the decision making processes in almost all of their Viewpoints. To Be Clea r With regard to “First Readings” being printed in the Co-op City Times, I want to make it clear that as the maker of the resolution, I INTENDED that only the subject line of the First Readings (as appears on the Board meeting agenda) be printed. I believe that is all a cooperator needs to see if he/she has an interest in the subject. The cooperator can send their concern, idea, or suggestion to the Director of their choice or to the Board as a whole and thus exercise communication channels. I expressed my intent and reasoning in several e-mails to a Board colleague and included the entire Board in my correspondence. I have not changed my mind. Al Shapiro and I are the co-Chairs of the Construction Committee. The initiatives mentioned in the management report

(01/21/12) were brought before the committee at our meeting on 01/12/12. The committee was pleased to review these cost saving possibilities. The committee asked about a program to attrition Hartco floor tiles being that they are the most susceptible to water damage. Management stated that there is a plan currently underway. The committee suggested that management make that plan clear to both the cooperators and to the Board. A Hill t o Clim b This year as exampled by the current national political climate, we expect to experience one of the most nasty and contentious elections in several decades. There seems to be a social divisiveness and intransigence to compromise comparable to the early post civil war era. Social programs with proven track records are under attack and the middle class is being positioned to lose ground. Co-op City has made great progress in the last eight years, but to hold on to our successes and to continue to make new achievements, cooperators, the Board, and management will need to work together. The only power capable of continuing the community’s progress is “People Power.” Minorities have been 2nd class citizens for so long that many have adopted 2nd class mentality. We must change that mind set and take responsibility for our lives and property. Yes, our property, Co-op City.

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Success, Security and Moving Forward G r eet in gs t o a ll I would like to report that the holiday parking resolution was a success. When I introduced the Holiday Parking resolution to the Board, some were concerned that the Corporation would lose revenue due to the reduced parking fees. I explained that we would make up the loss in volume. I understand the need to maintain and increase our revenue streams however this was a resolution addressing a problem that has been ongoing for many years during the holidays and I wanted it to be addressed. According to our Parking Facilities Director, we were able to generate $1532 additional revenue than the same time the year before. I would like to thank Mr. Warren Mitchell, the Parking Facilities Director, and all the Parking Facilities employees, as well as the Co-op City Times for their excellent assistance in helping make the Holiday Parking Resolution into a success. If this Board can continue to move on new ideas with a common sense approach in a timely manner, we would be able to bring Co-op City up to a higher level of operations and standards.

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Raymond Tirado Secu r it y—E yes O n Pa t r ol In Co-op City, we have an untapped arsenal that can be used to observe and report crimes. Shareholders, that means you! I have had the pleasure of visiting the homes of many shareholders who take it upon themselves to monitor the security channels on their TV. They monitor their buildings’ cameras because they are concerned about their safety in Co-op City as we all are. Given the recent elevator attacks and shooting that have occurred in Co-op City, I propose we enable the elevator camera’s videos to be available on a separate channel for that untapped arsenal I mentioned earlier to monitor. I know that we would all feel better knowing that there are eyes on patrol watching our family members in the elevator cars as they come and go, par-

ticularly during off hours. You could also set up a separate monitor to view the video. If you need assistance, contact me. If criminals are aware that the eyes of not only CCPD, but the shareholders are upon them. then they would possibly move on to a less secure community. Understand I am asking for your support in observing and reporting only! We leave the rest of the work in the capable hands of the CCPD and NYPD. Combined, we can effectively maintain a safe community for our children, seniors and everyone. Let’s become more proactive on crime. If you observe suspicious behavior, call your Public Safety Dept. at 718-671-3030. If you observe a criminal behavior, call 9-1-1. Let’s make use of the NYPD. The more we use our law enforcement resources, the more they will be of use. L ook in g t o t h e fu t u r e In order to upgrade our lobbies and store shop fronts we must create a source of revenue. Our management is working diligently on different proposals to create a source of revenue to fund these proj-

Section 5 residents may park at half-rate in Garage 5 Section 5 residents on the waiting list for a garage parking space in either Garage 7 or 8 will be given the opportunity to park their vehicle in Garage 5 at half the monthly rate for unreserved parking. The Riverbay Board of Directors passed a resolution to allow this policy to be available to cooperators in Section 5 as a possible means to help shorten the waiting lists in Garages 7 and 8. Cooperators who do not regularly use their vehicle, might take advantage of the discount and park in Garage 5 which is across the street from Bay Plaza. This resolution also helps cooperators save money when they do not use their vehicles regularly and choose to park in Garage 5. Section 5 shareholders electing to

park in Garage 5, helps open spaces on the waiting list for Garages 7 and 8 and allow those who do need their vehicles on a regular basis a chance to park their vehicles closer to home. Section 5 shareholders who are willing to park in Garage 5 will be charged $33.12 monthly instead of $66.24, a savings of $397.44 per year. Please visit the Riverbay Parking Facilities office in Room 24 in the administration building at 2049 Bartow Avenue. For the convenience of shareholders, the office is open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. —P a r k in g F a cilit ies Dep a r t m en t

ects. I agree with and intend to support our management team in finding ways to upgrade our lobbies, intercom systems and making Co-op City better accessible to all of our disabled shareholders and visitors. I would like to see the riverfront property developed into a combination of boardwalks, restaurants and areas of leisure for us to sit and enjoy the Coop City ambiance that would develop. Perhaps we can encourage businesses to develop those areas in exchange for usage rights. Food for thought. Factor in the new mall to be built, the Metro North station and Ferry that I believe will come in time and you would agree that we would be in an excellent position to attract new shareholders and fill each and every unit. Maybe then we would be able to slowly expunge out the undesirables that bring a criminal element to our community and create a safer Co-op City. Can this all be achieved? I believe it can with a focus on progress and embracing fresh and innovative ideas. Be well. You may contact me at ccdirector@optonline.net; or by calling 718-320-3351.

In Memoriam: Elizabeth “Betty” Rose Elizabeth Rose passed from this life seven years ago, January 30th. During her 90 years, the long-time Co-op City resident accomplished much. After she gave birth to me, a child with cerebral palsy, she, along with my late father, Tony, became staunch fighters for the rights of the disabled, becoming founding members of United Cerebral Palsy. Her dedication to me throughout my life helped me to lead a productive, rewarding life despite my disabilities. I still miss her terribly, but I will always be grateful for her unwavering love and guidance. Her loving son, —J oh n R ose

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Public Safety Report CCPD offers Internet Safety for kids, teens and young adults BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO If part of your holiday shopping included a laptop or desktop computer, or a hand held device or cell phone capable of accessing the internet, this article is required reading. Kids as young as two years old are fluent in the use of an I-pad for a variety of tasks and learning opportunities. Regardless of how you feel about technology, it is here to stay and becoming more sophisticated every year. All of this technology presents a world of opportunity, as well as some new risks. Just compare the size, features and capabilities of today’s internet capable cell phones to those of just a few years ago. By being aware of these risks and taking steps to protect your child, the Internet can open up a world of possibilities. Popular social networking sites, such as FACEBOOK, MYSPACE and TWITTER offer teens aged 13 and over the opportunity to communicate with friends and family. Teens and young adults can exchange photographs and messages via these websites. Unfortunately, these and other social networking sites have become a popular tool among sex offenders looking for young victims. By simply joining a social networking site, often with false information, sexual predators have access to the profiles of numerous potential victims. During the teenage and preteen years, it is not uncommon for young adults to experience curiosity regarding their sexuality. It is normal for adolescents to have a desire to communicate with others in the same age group regarding these matters. Sexual predators can pretend to be a similar age and establish communication with adolescents via social networking sites and chat rooms. In many cases, the desired end result of the sexual predator is to establish an in-person meeting with the child. The results of this type of meeting can have catastrophic results. Sting operations have caught 40 something year old men pretending to be 15 year old boys on the Internet. They work slowly and patiently, knowing just what to say to net their victim. In a survey conducted by The National Campaign to Prevent Teen and Unplanned Pregnancy and CosmoGirl.com, it was revealed that a

large number of teens are using technology to send or post nude or semi-nude pictures to others. The survey revealed that one in five teen girls (22%), 11% aged 13-16 have electronically sent or posted online nude or semi-nude images of themselves. These images initially meant to be private have often been widely disseminated. Many teens admit that they have sent these images to persons they only know online. It is very important that parents speak to their kids about what they are doing while online, as well as in real life. Make sure your kids fully understand that messages or pictures they send over the Internet or their cell phones are not truly private or anonymous. Let your children know the consequences and embarrassment of having these images end up in the wrong hands. A good rule of thumb—do not text any pictures you wouldn’t want your principal to see. Possession or transmission of certain types of images can be against the law, up to a felony in some cases. Parents should always know who their kids are communicating with in real life, on the phone and online. Restrict hours of usage for cell phones, computers and other electronic devices. Monitor your child’s activity on social networking websites. Consider having the account stopped if your child will not share their password with you. Encourage your child to be safety savvy and honest with you if they have any problems. Parents need to be aware of these dangers and discuss the dangers and how to avoid them with their children. The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, 1 (800) 873-5678, www.missingkids.com has set up the website www.netsmartz.org with information for kids and parents alike. Cartoon characters navigate even the youngest kids through internet dangers. It is never too early to start discussing the risks and results of “Stranger Danger” in various formats with your children. It is important to monitor your child’s use of the Internet at all times. Be sure your child is aware of the dangers of social networking sites and explain the need for parental involvement in setting up restrictions for access. View the safety

Co-op City Times deadline extension Riverbay’s internet system was out of service last weekend for repairs. Unfortunately, all em ails sent to Riverbay, including those sent to the Co-op City Times, from around 11 p.m. on Saturday, January 21, until approximately 2:15 p.m. Monday afternoon, January 23, were undeliverable. To give Board Directors and shareholders who may have emailed us an article over the weekend a chance to resubmit their material, we extended

the Co-op City Times deadline this week to Tuesday, January 24 by 10 a.m. The notice was posted on the Riverbay crawler and remained up until 12 p.m. on Tuesday. As a result, some articles and Directors Viewpoints were resubmitted for publication in this Saturday’s issue of the paper, January 28. For those of you whom we missed, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.

tips on the website itself and report inappropriate behavior directly to the website. Restrict your child’s access on social networking sites to people your child knows personally. Parents can block questionable individuals from contacting their children by viewing their child’s profile. Children should be discouraged from posting personal information and contacting people that they meet online without parental approval. Children and adults need to be careful not to send any information out which can be found to be offensive or taken out of context. Inappropriate communication can result in disciplinary action at school or criminal charges such as harassment, aggravated harassment or stalking being charged. Parents need to monitor their children’s internet activity. Placing the computer that your child uses in a family room will make it easier to monitor their online activity. Be aware if your child suddenly shuts the computer off or reduces the screen when you enter the room. Set your telephone up to block restricted numbers. Monitor the numbers called by your child’s cell phone. Be alert to any unexpected packages that could be gifts sent by a potential sexual predator. If you suspect that your child is receiving pornographic materials or being sexually exploited, it can be reported by submitting an online form to

the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s Cyber Tip line at www.cybertipline.com. The Federal Bureau of Investigation, www.fbi.gov, has fostered relationships with some companies which operate social networking sites to aid law enforcement in the detection of online sexual predators. With the help of parents a safer online environment can be created. As we approach the end of the holiday season, be sure to drive safely and obey all traffic rules. Never operate a motor vehicle if you have consumed alcoholic beverages. Always buckle your seatbelt, it will save your life in a serious collision. Avoid distractions and excess speed when driving; these are the two leading causes of collisions within New York State. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. 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. I and the entire Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to wish you a happy, healthy and safe new year, 2012.

Public Safety Blotter: January 16 - 21, 2012 J a n u a r y 21, 140 E lga r P la ce A male was shot in front of the building at this location. CCPD’s Emergency Services Unit responded to the scene and was able to render medical assistance and stabilize him until an ambulance arrived and transported him to an area hospital. The male survived, but is in an unknown condition. NYPD’s 45th Precinct detectives and CCPD investigators are investigating the incident. J a n u a r y 20, 177 Dr eiser L oop A complainant reported to CCPD that an unknown male approached, yelled something out and then punched him for no apparent reason. The suspect then fled the area and the victim sought medical

treatment for a minor injury suffered in the attack. J a n u a r y 19, 120 Dek r u if P la ce Two men were arrested by CCPD officers after they were observed by a Riverbay Operations Supervisor removing materials from a building. The men were processed and booked into the Bronx Central Booking facility. J a n u a r y 18, 2061 Ba r t ow Aven u e A male shopping within was set upon by two males who attempted to remove property from him by force. The victim was able to hold on to his property and the two males fled the area. A search is ongoing to try and identify and arrest the two culprits.

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12 I will not rest until I have done all I possibly can to continue efforts to end the outrageous situation where we are paying astronomical sums for unnecessary asbestos abatement work on our floor tiles to the tune of $4M per year. There is an extensive report with 70,000 air samples performed where not one single sample came out positive showing there was any hazard. To add insult to injury, we are the only housing with similar floor tiles in New York City required to do such expensive asbestos abatement work. I ask again, why are we being singled out? And more important, why has this been allowed to go on, to reach a point where we have already paid some $20M over recent years for this work when there is no justification for it? I am pleased that our former assemblyman Stephen Kaufman has agreed to address the Board about what's going on, and what we can do. I have never had dealings with Mr. Kaufman so I hope he can enlighten us on this completely unacceptable situation and what steps are involved in ending this excessive and unfair cost that no one else in the entire City of New York is being forced to pay. This is not minor, folks. We have spent $20M which we should not have had to pay. Just think what that $20 million could have been used for if we weren't forced to spend it for unnecessary asbestos abatement work and air monitoring with the floor tiles we use. And I should say our floor tiles pose no threat or danger. Any asbestos is what

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Tony Illis they call nonfriable, meaning it is encapsulated within the tile and not airborne, and therefore pose no threat, and that's why no tests in Mr. Kaufman's report came out positive. I, for one, say management should advise us not to pay for this unnecessary work, since they have not seemed to take any position. We need to stand up together and if need be, refuse to pay for this unnecessary work. We don't need to do this abatement work, so why are we? Because the State of New York and the City of New York are each saying the other requires such work. Well, I say we should not tolerate this bureaucratic blame game. It's time to put both the city and the state on the spot and say, "Enough is enough!” Maybe we need to protest, to go down to the office of DEP and demand an explanation for why we are being saddled with this unjustifiable cost. I'm tired of the official response to issues always being, "Well, that's just the way it is." Why do we not have any elected officials fighting for what is best for Co-op City? I'll repeat, the worst elected official we had 20 years ago was better than any elected official we have today. We have a State Senator, the Prodigal Daughter, who promised

ards with our sidewalks needing repairs and people tripping on a daily basis, but she has deserted us and remains silent while these unacceptable conditions remain. Our elected officials don't even pretend they are doing anything for us. They come out at election time with free plates of food and act like they are entitled to hold office and we should all simply vote for them because they say they are great. Well, I say to them, what have you really done for the people of Co-op City? Now, they might have a long answer, but I can guarantee such an answer, upon examination, will contain no substance. Management in Co-op City also has to do better. There are still too many problems and Riverbay has become a chaotic place. The way management is acting reminds me of a situation where leaks keep popping up in a dyke, one after another, and with repairs not being made, and problems not being solved, all we have is the equivalent of more and more leaks. The situation in the Restoration Department is deplorable. I don't know why management's response to everything seems to be like playing musical chairs, simply moving the same people around but never confronting problems head on, much less solving anything. I want to say I looked over the report issued by Legal regarding Bernie Cylich with deeper insight last weekend and am convinced, as others are, that Bernie

should have known better. I don't care how many homes he has, he could have had a house in every state, but there is one fact he should have adhered to and that is he should have only collected a STAR rebate on one home which is his primary residence. There are not two Bernie's, only one, so he should have received only one rebate credit just like everyone else. I still believe Bernie means well and has done a lot for this community over the 20-plus years I have known him; the question now is his credibility. He obviously lives in Co-op City. If someone asked me where does Bernie Cylich lives, I'd say Co-op City, but I think this matter with the tax abatement hopefully will teach a lesson that you should not be so quick to throw stones when you have a glass house. One might ask why didn't I vote for him for First Vice President and I must admit it was because of the credibility issue and his inflexibility while I had dealings with Mr. Cylich. Finally, congratulations to Donald Lyons, head coach of the Lyons Mane Track Club, for being voted by the Colgate Games as the 2011 Coach of the Year. Mr. Lyons is a dedicated coach who works very hard and diligently with kids in Co-op City, while constantly emphasizing that they do well in school. I wish him and the team continued success. If you want to talk, give me a call at (718) 320-8035, or send an email to tonyshome10475@gmail.com -- no attachments, please.

Building 34 Association We would like to begin 2012 by thanking our neighbors for all of your support in 2011. From the flea market, bake sale, trick or treat for the children, holiday pot luck and grab bag and the collections for the building staff, they would not have been a success without your participation. We are looking forward to the upcoming year. The first general meeting is

scheduled for February 23rd at 7:00 p.m. Speaker and the agenda will be announced at a later date. There is still a need for volunteers to become floor captains, as well as neighbors to become a part of the executive branch of the building’s association. These are not full time jobs. The only requirement is an interest in maintaining a good quality of life for the residents of Co-op City and Building 34, in particular.

Come out and join. Bring your fresh ideas concerning projects that you would like to see occur. There are many people in our building with different abilities. Bring these skills to the table and share your expertise with us. The post Mother’s Day trip to the Spirit of Philadelphia is May 19th. The cost is $100. A non refundable $50 deposit is due February 10th with the

remainder due March 30th. Please join us for this celebration. Bring your mothers, sisters, daughters or aunts, to enjoy a 2 1/2 hour cruise with buffet lunch followed by a visit to Harrah’s Casino in Chester, Pa. For information, call Pauline at (718) 379-1345 or La Verne at 718-671-1017. We are looking forward to this event and hearing from you. —L a Ver n e F loyd

Building 25 Association The Building Association would like to thank those cooperators who attended our recent meeting. However, it could have been better. Maybe next time. Also congratulations are in order for apartments 18M and 12E who won our apartment door decoration contest. Several cooperators voiced their concerns about the lack of lighting on the pathway that leads from Co-op City Blvd. along the greenway to the rear of Building

25. The recently instituted convector cleaning process and the upcoming new washing machines were also discussed. No one seems to have heard a favorable opinion regarding the washers. If the convector filters are being cleaned already, might they have to be cleaned again before the change over to the air conditioning? A cooperator voiced his displeasure at the way Riverbay handled the repair

of the wall area next to his apartment door after a forcible entry by the NYFD for a gas leak. It was suggested that if anyone is aware of an elderly person, they should be checked on to insure their well being, especially if they are not seen on a regular basis. Chief Apollo is scheduled to be the guest speaker at our next meeting. So feel free to come out, ask your questions,

voice your concerns, make suggestions. Meeting date to be announced. There were light refreshments available at the conclusion of the meeting. Someone said, "Better to borrow money from pessimists-they don't really expect to get it back." "REMEMBER, IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING." Cooperators, not tenants. —Dock H a r vey

Einstein Cancer Fund Tuesday, February 14th — St. Valentine’s Day, the Resorts Casino. The cost per person is $30 with a bonus slot play of $25, plus a $10 food voucher. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. starting at Einstein Loop followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. As always, please bring a valid photo I.D. and your casino card. Arrangements have been made for the two-day trip to the Millennium Theater on May 16th and 17th for a

showing of “ Jonah and the Whale.” Day 1, lunch on your own, then the 1 p.m. showing “ Jonah,” then check in at the Hawthorne Inn and dinner at Miller’s Restaurant. Day 2 – breakfast at the Inn, then depart for the Sands Casino and bonus of the day. That casino has a bus that takes you for a tour at no cost to you. Cost per person is as follows: single, $265 per person; double, $245 per person; and triple, $235 per person. We

are accepting deposits or full payments. Balances must be paid in full by April 6th. Join us for this special trip; everyone is welcomed. Wednesday October 24th – Foxwoods Theater plus casino for a tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, “ Oh What a Night.” Cost per person is $57 ($27 for a ticket plus $30 for transportation.) Please send in the ticket cost and balances can be paid

later. You will receive the casino bonus of the day. This is an early showing at 11 a.m., so time of pick-up will be about 7 a.m. to 7:30 a.m. For all of the above, please call Mildred at 718-320-0288, Loretta at 718-671-2958, or Lydia at 718-6713005. Health and healings to all home bounds or in hospitals or nursing homes. —Lyd ia R u a s

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Black Forum Next Defen sive Dr ivin g Our next defensive driving course will be held on Saturday, February 11, Rm. 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Call today to register, 718-320-8035. Lower your insurance cost by 15% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1 1/2 weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. H ea lt h a ler t ! How much do you value your health? Obesity has been linked to several maladies that afflict the very young to those in their golden ages. It has become all too

obvious that Co-op City needs to lose weight—not tomorrow, but now. To help you, the Black Forum is embarking on a new health program. Look out for dates. Make this your new year’s resolution. This program will last for some time to come whereby you will be taught how to cook and eat sensibly, as a new way of life. We expect to have programs in both the Dreiser and Einstein Centers. For more information, please call to register and begin a new way of life, 718-3208035. Don’t wait until it’s too late— YOUR HEALTH COMES FIRST. There’ll be guest speakers, nutritionist and motivational speakers to help you. Bla ck For u m Aer ob ics in session Aerobics classes have begun. Classes are held every Monday and Wednesday,

Thanks to ALL those who responded and attended the floor captains meeting. Special thanks to Nancy Santiago, the new Chief of the Floor Captains. Forms were distributed at the meeting and should be completed and returned before January 31. The forms should be submitted to Apt. 27C. Include items that need to be repaired or addressed on your floor. The information will be reported at the monthly Janitorial and Grounds meeting. It was decided that a meeting will be held every three months but forms should be submitted monthly. This will give Riverbay an opportunity to address the problems reported. The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the Association Room. The meeting should be no longer than half an hour, so please be prompt. If you would like to be a floor captain, you are welcome to attend. We can always use more eyes to help us keep our building looking good.

The Arts and Crafts Workshop facilitated by Ms. Gail and Ms. Denise is a great success. The fair held in April 2011 and the arts and crafts activities DVD was viewed on Saturday and will air on Bronxnet at a date to be announced. The next session will take place on Sunday, February 26, from 12 - 3:00 p.m. in the Association Room. A writing workshop will begin in March on Tuesdays, March 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th, youth from 6:157:30 p.m. and adults, 7:45-9:00 p.m. A culmination show presenting these works will be held on March 30, 6:00 p.m. Donation: $5. Anyone interested in helping or assisting is welcome. Our next session of Women Keeping It Real is scheduled for Saturday, February 25, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. and April 21, in the Association Room of Building 13 (100 Casals Place). It's an INSPIRING, INSIGHTFUL, INFORMATIVE and often HILARIOUS social gathering of women of all ages discussing various

Dreiser, Aud. A, 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class. Bla ck For u m’s Lyon s M a n e Tr a ck C lu b Try-outs are ongoing. A small fee is required for participation. For further information, or to register your child, please call (718) 320-8035. E m er gen cy Food P r ogr a m New H ou r s & Da ys We are now open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in Room 20 at the Dreiser Community Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you

and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. In order to receive food, you must present a current photo ID such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. We Need You - J oin Us Tod a y Now is the time for us to get involved. Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call us or visit us in Room 20 in the Dreiser Community — Tony I llis Center.

Building 13 Association

Building 21 Association I L OVE US!!! That’s right, Building 21. I love when we come together even after we disagree. There are never winners when we fight one another. Even though we are all looking to make things better, it is always best when we do it together than as individuals. The strength of Building 21 is proven to be bound by the spirit of all those who worked together in the past and those who are doing the same today. Congratulations to our executive board and all the leaders who work to keep each building running in tip top shape. Thank you, Mrs. Tina Davis, for your support and willingness to help us continue to be one of the best in Co-op City. A special salute goes to Therin Marbury, for his tireless efforts in assisting in any and every way for many years. There are so many people who make this Association work. Everyone can be a part of our success. Attending our monthly meetings and giving your suggestions are a major start. Two weeks ago, I had the privilege of assisting in the inspection of all three buildings from basement to roof. I learned so much about my neighbors, cooperation rules and I must tell you, “we gotta’ do better.” There were some things that I will breeze by in case you didn’t

know. No painting your own door/No leaving garbage outside of your door/ No stickers or paraphernalia on door unless they are medical or alarm warnings/No mats outside of your door/No tables outside of your door/decorations on your door only allowed during major holidays/and there are so many more. Come to our building association meeting to learn more. There are definitely some improvements in painting, plastering and doors that will be fixed and/or replaced. Alarms will be placed in the building where needed as well. It is still not too late to pay your $5 dues for the year. You may do so at the building association meeting. FYI, all monies collected are turned in to our treasurer and installed into our association’s bank account. If you have any questions regarding the association, as always, you have three ways of gaining information. You can contact your building association via email at 21association@gmail.com or you can call your association at 347-5041821. You can also reach us at the next building association meeting every 3rd Tuesday of the month. May God bless and continue to keep you and yours safe. —Kevin L a m br ight

issues. For our next meeting, it would be interesting to find out what woman has motivated you. We are asking you to tell us about a woman who has inspired and encouraged you. She can be from the past or present and not necessarily famous. Remember! You must be 18 and over to participate. DON'T MISS IT! Mark your calendar for the return of Game Night. We will introduce a fun new game. Scheduled for Saturday, March 10, time: TBA. ALSO, a Summer Fun Day in the park is currently being planned for June 23. If you love games, popcorn and cotton candy and would like to help, speak

to the Youth and Adult Social Committee. For information on any events, check the bulletin board or contact: Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370, Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801, Valerie Gunn at 718862-0308 or e-mail us at building13 assoc@yahoo.com. Help us to improve the quality of ALL of our cooperators. Report any criminal activities to Co-op Public Safety at (718) 320-3050. and/or the 45th Precint at (718) 822-5411 For all NYC non-emergency inquiries, call 3-1-1. —O lu b iyi Seh in d emi (M r. B)

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Working Together for a Better Future I believe that we can achieve many good things for Co-op City this year if we put our minds together and start working together. There are more than 50,000 people who live here. Within that number, we have lots of cooperators who work in a wide variety of industries. These cooperators have good skills that are needed to move this place forward. Plus, we have many people who are retired. Now, if you're retired, then your knowledge and experience can be very useful in helping us make Co-op City a better place to live. The chief thing that I want you to know is that your work and your efforts will be appreciated. Plus, you'll be helping the entire community. And, at the end of a day, you'll feel a sense of joy that you were able to assist your entire community. Now, please read this article and see where you can possibly fit in to help this community. T h e Budget As mentioned before, we need to dramatically cut our nearly $200 million budget if we want to keep Co-op City affordable. However, everyone needs to be on the same page when we talk about cutting the budget. Now, even if you don't have a background in business, you can still offer suggestions. Do you know of any technologies that we can use to save money here? Can you imagine how much money we can save with just one good idea? Also, think about how proud you, your family, and this community will feel knowing that you did something good for

everyone here. Now, from a financial point of view, I have the budget. So, I pretty much know the areas that should be cut. Nevertheless, we need a consensus on these cuts if we're going to control our spending. And, we need to start planning for the future. Costs are going to continue to rise. Therefore, we need to think about ways to control our costs and to increase our revenue. Think about this point: We spend over $16 million annually on just water and sewer taxes. Now, all things considered, it's unlikely that there will be a decrease in this cost. Therefore, we must put our heads together and find ways to reduce this astronomical cost. Moreover, now is the time to put our heads together and work on bringing additional sources of income into Co-op City. Ad dit iona l Sour ces of In com e Yes, we have a lot of businesses here. However, there's a lot more that we can do. For instance, entertainment, in many forms, is big for any locality. And, as mentioned before, we have a lot of property that is not being used. Take our community centers as an

Going forward in 2012, United States presidential primaries are scheduled in many states. “Each of us has to be mindful of the extremes that some states have gone to disenfranchise voters. On Martin Luther King Day, a debate held in South Carolina touted efforts to block African-Americans from voting by requiring a state issued ID at the polls on Election Day. This bill was so egregiously targeted toward disenfranchising the AfricanAmerican vote that the Department of Justice stepped in to block it. “While the 2008 election saw more people turn out to vote, as many as 5 million voters will be restricted from voting in this upcoming 2012 election due to state laws that have already passed,” quoted from a statement issued by the NAACP, New York

State Branch. I M P O RTANT NE W S: Monday, February 20, Presidents’ Day, the NAACP, Co-op City Branch, has ONE bus going to "Ace in the Hole" the Royal Manor located in Bergen County, New Jersey. It leaves Asch Loop near the Baychester Library at 9:30 a.m. SHARP. The headline show is: "Calypso Carnival," starring well-known Trinidad band, The Kutterz Band. Tickets are $75 per person (includes transportation and gratuities). The first hour of the family style luncheon, cocktails are free. Enjoy the dancing and the boutique shop too. Please call: Eleanor at (718) 379-1297 or Lottie at (718) 379-3504 for further information. Reservations are made by mailing a check to: "Co-op City Branch NAACP," P.O. Box 753111, Einstein Station, Bronx, New York

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

example. We also have a lot of rooms that are not being used on a frequent basis. Therefore, what we need to do is to fix these rooms up and enhance their appearance. And then, let's see if we can use these rooms for our benefit. We've had lots of concerts, dances, weddings, parties, and other events in Dreiser for instance. So, my point is that we should try to aggressively market our community centers in a better way. Also, we should look at developing our land near the water. Sure, we might have to move a few things around. However, this space is money. And, I think that we should, at least, look into this area as a huge additional source of income. Just to let you know, published reports states that around 50 million visitors came to NYC in 2011 and spent around $48 billion. That's good money. So, we should look at these numbers and see if we can bring indoor entertainment, fun rides, businesses, and transportation services to these areas. Also, lots of people from other communities are driving along our roads to get to Bay Plaza. And, once Macy's and the other portions of the mall open up, then the traffic is going to increase even further. So, my point is that we have to find ways to get people into our community and let them spend money here. Now, this process requires a lot of intelligent thought, vision, creative energy, and hard work. However, I think that our efforts can really pay off if we work together. Nevertheless, as we grow, people and businesses are going to think that they

can come in here and take us over. However, we cannot and will not allow this to happen. So, any thoughts about selling our land and property to other developers must be discarded. What are we going to do with the proceeds of the sale? "Oh, um, we had to spend that money." Nonsense! The cooperators here are going to decide what we want. And, some of the things that we need are people with creative vision. An intelligent plan that can tell us where we're at and where we're going. An improved website with significant data on it that can help us to easily sell our apartments. We should have videos of the entire community, photos of the different apartments, prices, a calculator to determine monthly costs, and lots of other data on this site that will cause people to get excited about this community. And, we need good budget plan that will cut our expenses and ensure that we will have money to grow our future. Finally, as you can see, there is a lot of room for improvement here. We just have to work together and make it happen. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a message to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson @optonline.net. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

NAACP, Co-op City Branch 10475. Seats are assigned as we receive your payments. News from January 24's general membership meeting will be in next week’s press release. This week, major congratulations are in order for our Membership Committee, and Chair-leader, Ms. Brenda Brown, for their successful efforts in registering new members in 2011. Welcome and now you can join a committee, committees include education, health, youth, membership, civic engagement, etc. Each offers an opportunity to contribute to the NAACP community. Contact the NAACP by mail, P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 or phone 718-671-7856. Visit the NAACP website: http://action.naacp.org/ or the New York State Branch website for more news. When you become eligible or move in, young peo-

ple and new cooperators register to vote and encourage others to do the same. The NAACP, Co-op City branch remembers 2011: seminars, demonstrations, a walkathon, 75th anniversary celebration, Health Fairs and a Square Dance; 2012 more of the same is planned. February, look for events marking Black History Month and in March, events signifying women. Your support is needed, become a member then learn how YOU can help. Please write P.O. Box #75-3111, Einstein Loop Post Office to submit a tiding for our press release. The NAACP sends prayers and support to First Vice President Joyce Wilson for her son’s recovery from an auto accident. This press release is submitted with the approval of President Jeannette Graves. —Eva L aza a r

Building 24 Association Hi neighbors!!! Well, we started off on a good start. We had our first meeting in the first month for the new year. It was a good start and we hope to keep going all year with your help. We had Mr. Vernon Cooper as our first guest speaker. Last year, I was asked several times why we don't have him for our meeting. WEEELLLL, we had him this year and we didn't have Y O U. Is it

because we didn't have him last year as you requested??? Whatever your reason, you are the ones who lost out. He came with an agenda that left nothing to be denied. It covered all aspects of our home, Co-op City. The ones who attended were pleased with his presentation and their question and answer period. ALSO, we had catered refreshments that was exciting. Because we expected

many more than we had, everyone went home with a doggy bag. NE XT I SSUE : Don't forget to send in your Window Guard form. It is necessary for the safe keeping of our children. The Convector cleaning program is another issue to be aware of at this time. It seems plans are changing, so read the paper and look out for official notices from Management. I think that covers

all issues for this time. We will plan and hold a meeting next month. DUES WILL BE COLLECTED, weather permitting. QUESTION: Why do the birds fly south? BECAUSE it is a long walk. UGH, what an attempt at a JOKE. (SMILE) Remember, neighbors are the ones next door. Soooo, be a neighbor. —C elest in e W it h ey

Handicapped Adults Association, Inc. THE VAN - From now on if you need to book an appointment on the van call JASA at 718-320-2066. Please DO NOT call the office. FLEA MARKET - Come to room

#13 and shop in our flea market. New items arrive daily. THE OFFICE - There has been a change in office hours. The office hours are Monday and Friday 9:30

a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 9: a.m. until 11 a.m. I would like to say thank you to those who donated pennies through

the years. Please continue to do so in the future. Happy Birthday to those celebrating a January birthday. — A r l e n e R o d r i q u ez

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African-American Association of Co-op City G en er a l M e m b er sh ip M e et in g – Thanks to all our members and friends who attended our meeting last Saturday. Your input was meaningful. We discussed the sacred meaning of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Also, we are planning an Indoor Bazaar and Cake Sale on March 10th to support our Annual Scholarship Fund and asking the community to donate your gently used clothing, appliances, jewelry, etc., as well as cakes and/or pies. More information will follow. The meeting ended with refreshments and a birthday celebration for Martha Barboza, our newest member, whose birthday falls in January. Following our meeting, some members visited Dr. Yosef A.A. ben-Jochannan, the infamous Afrocentric historian and Egyptologist, at the nursing home. He appears to be doing well and is in good spirits. Our next general membership meeting

is Saturday, February 11th, 4:00 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Room 15. Th e followin g a r e ongoin g pr ogr a ms spon sor ed a n d/or su ppor ted by th e Afr ica n -Amer ica n Associa tion a n d we encou r a ge you to pa r ticipa te: Belly Da n ce C la sses – Mondays at 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Call Norma-Jean O’Garro, 646-281-4570. C om p u t er /L a p t op C la sses – Learn all there is to know about Microsoft Word, the Internet, E-mail, Facebook, Skype, and much more. Bring your laptop and $5. Members get one FREE class. This class meets every 2nd and 4th Monday, in Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call 718-3795555. Yoga & P ila t e s M a t C la sses – Tuesdays, 7:15 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2. Call Meena Sharpe-Hicks, 718671-8364. Busin ess Op p or t u n it y Wor k sh op – Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. in the Dreiser

Center, Room 2. Call Kevin Lambright, 646-721-8185. J ob s/E n t r ep r en eu r ia l Wor k sh op s – These workshops will be held on the first Thursday, the next one being February 2nd, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. Call Roger Toppin, 718-320-1424. E d u ca t ion – The Per Ankh Study Group, led by Brother Kaba Hiawatha Kamene, meets every 1st and 3rd Monday, 7:00 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 15. There will be no meetings during February. Bla ck H ist or y M on t h F ilm Fest iva l – You are cordially invited to the Association’s 15th Annual Black History Month Film Festival to be held on Saturday, February 4th, featuring the following: “The Karate Kid” stars Jaden Smith, Jackie Chan, Taraji P. Henson, 12:00 p.m. “The Journey of the African-American Athlete” – A documentary, 2:15 p.m. “The Marva Collins Story” stars Cicely

Tyson and Morgan Freeman, 4:15 p.m. The Durban 400 – A documentary, 6:00 p.m. “Lady Sings the Blues” stars Diana Ross and Billy Dee Williams, 7:00 p.m. Please try bringing at least one child to at least one film, as well as your family, friends and neighbors for an afternoon of great eud-tainment. The suggested all-day adult donation: $5. Refreshments will be available. M em b er sh ip – We always welcome new members. You can join or renew your membership at any time. If you cannot attend a meeting, you may send your check or money order (DO NOT MAIL CASH) of $15 for a single membership and $25 for families to: African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Your membership helps to support this organization that sustains our community. —F r a n cin e R eva J on es

Co-op City Toastmasters Club Co-op City Toastmasters Club is a warm and positive environment where one can improve their public speaking skills. At our meetings, we work on giving planned and impromptu speeches and presentations and reducing, if not eliminating, the use of filler sounds and words. We also work on leadership roles and compete in speaking competitions. Visit one of our meetings and see what Toastmasters is all about! Our next meeting will be at Bartow Community Center (2049 Bartow Avenue), Room 28 on Thursday, February 2nd at 7:30 pm sharp! There’s free parking in Garage 4 directly in front of the community center. Please

remember to bring your parking stub to the meeting for validation. Please visit www.toastmasters46.org or call 1-800-WE-SPEAK for more information. You can also e-mail us at co-optoastmasters@hotmail.com. H er e a r e some of ou r excitin g pa st a n d u pcomin g pr ogr a ms: • Last meeting, we had three inspiring and impactful speeches by three of our members. Selma Newman spoke about her ‘Don’t Do’ Resolutions which will serve as her way to eliminate her not-so-good habits this year. Kelly Maxwell’s speech titled “Emotions Represent Our True Selves,” talked about how our emotions,

American Legion Post 1871 Our Post is located in Section 5 Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office phone number is 718-320-8165 and you can also reach us by e-mail, post1871@optimum.net. Greeting to all of our comrades who are home-bound and recovering from various medical operations. Happy birthday to all of our Post members who have a birthday in February: David Minton, Fulgencio Carrero, Jr., Beverly M. Briggs, Blythe Richardson, George N. Bishop, Earnest H. Perohneau, Tom Goodness, Louis A. Cruz, Joseph 0. Guerra, Paul R. Gaulden, Richard D. Ashby, Salvatore Lobello, Jr., Santiago Santiago, William A. Pace, Wilson Sepulveda, Robert Thomas, Robert G. Hedgepeth, Thomas A. Dove, Edward M. Handy, Joseph O. Guerra, Emmett Ross, Edward M. Handy, Paul R. Gaulden, Israel Perez, John F. Fields, and Walter Thomas. If I have forgotten to include your name for your birthday, please let me know ASAP and I will include your name in the next edition in the Co-op City Times. Post member Westly Banks has been hospitalized at Jacobi Hospital. Our Post members are thinking of you as you recover, and sending prayers to make you stronger. Get well soon. For all our Post members, here is a list of the up and coming events for our Post members. Are you ready to “HIRE A

VETERAN” for 2012? Raffle books will be in the mail by first week in February so start getting your customers lined up. Our new pool able has arrived, so stop by and play a few games when you find the time. The Post Commander would like to thank all the Post members who attended the general meeting on January 21st. You took the time and effort to attend the meeting during the light snow storm, thanks for coming. The Honor Guard was explained to the members who attended the meeting and at the next general meeting, it will be explained again when we have more members present. 30 March, the Department District leaders of the American Legion will visit the Turner Club. The tickets are $25 per person so start putting your change away now if you plan to attend this affair. Here are some cleaning hints to use around the house; you can shine your bathroom tiles with Lemon oil. It also prevents mold and mildew. To clean your mirrors, use coffee filters, not paper towels. They leave no streaks or lint and they're much cheaper. Angelo L. Martinez, we hope you’re feeling much better after your short stay at the VA Hospital. This information was brought to you by the Post 1871 information officer. —R ich a r d I . L a wson , J r.

along with our words, convey what we say. Since most of us are concerned with eating better this year, Sandra Meningall-Reid’s speech, “The ABCs of Life and Vitamins,” was right on time. Not only were the speeches interesting, they were well-delivered and showcased ever-increasing public speaking skills. • Our Area Speech Contest that will have some of our club members in a very

tight competition against one another to determine who the best “International Speech” and “Table-Topics” speakers from our club are this year. The contest will take place at the Bartow Community Center, Room 31, on Thursday, February 16th at 7:30 p.m. Please feel free to come in and see an actual Toastmasters’ speech contest with your own eyes and to cheer —Br ia n G illa r d the speakers on!

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Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club The new and improved HTIDC will meet on Tuesday, February 7, at Einstein Community Center, Room 35 at 7:00 p.m. First, we would like to thank all the new members and look forward to our former members who are anxious to become engaged DEMOCRATS. Dues are only $20 yearly. Sometimes people ask: “What has President Obama accomplished in the last three years? Well, here is a partial list; more to be added next week: From Day 1, worked tirelessly to end the war in Iraq, expand access to health care to all Americans, and implement an economic recovery program that has created nearly 3 millions jobs.

“Equal Pay for Equal Work:” Signed into law the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act that ensured women can get paid the same as men for the same work. Improving Women’s Health: Starting this year, 2012, new health insurance plans will be required to cover women’s preventative services such as mammograms, domestic violence screening and contraception without charge. Protecting Women’s Right to Choose: Reversed the Global Gag Rule which banned government from providing aid to international family planning groups. Stood up to Republicans trying to roll back a woman’s right to choose and defund Planned Parenthood.

Saved the auto industry from collapse preventing the loss of more than 1.4 million jobs. Made college education accessible by doubling funding for Pell grants. For those of you who say FORGET POLITICS, remember the struggle never ends. Headline: In December 1793 South Carolina Blacks Protest POLL-TAX. “Twenty-eight freemen petitioned South Carolina recently for relief from a 25 cent tax levied against every free black in the state. Although the state ignored their appeal, the men vowed to continue the struggle. According to the State, the tax is for “funding and ultimately discharging the foreign debt incurred during the war.”

Use of a poll tax or head tax against free blacks is not new in South Carolina, but the harassing of women and the inclusion of property owners had made it even more burdensome. Hopefully, the vigorous struggle by South Carolina men of colour will have some effect or bring on some redress by the state.” South Carolina and other States in 2012 will be using roundabout methods to deny blacks the vote. Come on, Democratic Party members, and join us. Let’s not sit quietly by while our constitutional rights are being denied. Call 718-320-8088 for a membership application. —Evelyn M. Turner

Williamsbridge Club The Williamsbridge Club of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. is an organization dedicated to community service in the areas of health, employment, education and economic development. The Adult Club meets at Dreiser Center on the second Friday of every month from September to June. We are always looking for new members with a like mind to join us. The January 21st Economic Seminar

was cancelled due to the weather. We wish to both apologize and thank anyone who did not get the message in advance. Your support is deeply appreciated and your bravery applauded. Thanks again and we will let you know when the seminar is rescheduled. Ombudsmen are men of the community who assist the Adult Club to attain the goals of the club and, in addition, are interested in decreasing the high school drop out rate of our community youth. If you are interested in joining the Adult

Club or the Ombudsmen, call Sandra Hall, Membership Director, 917-972-7732. The Youth Club consists of youth 12 to 18 years of age. The Youth Club is dedicated to community service, education, technology and activism. The Youth Club is open for new members. If youth are interested in developing leadership skills, you should call Sylvia Hicks, Youth Advisor, at 917-921-5445 or the membership Director, Sandra Hall, at the above telephone number. Information about the National Association of Negro Business and

Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. may be found at www.nanbpwc.org. You may contact us at our mailing address: Williamsbridge Club, Post Office Box # 6, Co-op City Station, Bronx, New York 10475. If you are interested in rendering community service, assisting with any of our programs or require more information, call Eloise Paige, First Vice President, at 917868-0331. Thank you for your continued support. —Sylvia Hicks

Coalition to Save Affordable Housing C O M M UNI T Y I SSUE S E XAM I NE D AT C OALT I O N M E E T I NG Members of the Coalition discussed a variety of community issues at the monthly General Meeting of the organization on Monday, January 9th. One matter of great expectation is the possibility of an HUD-backed loan with

more lenient terms than our current Community Bank loan. R E M E M BE R I NG R E V. M ART I N L UT H E R KI NG , J R . Members were urged to attend a “Labor Remembrance of Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.” that was to be held in Manhattan last Sunday, January 15th.

That day, besides marking the birth of the great civil rights leader, is also the day the contract between the Transport Workers Union and the MTA ran out. AL L C OO P E R ATO R S AR E W E L C O M E AT M E E T I NG S O F T HE C OAL I T I O N TO SAVE AF F O R DABL E H O USI NG

Interested and active cooperators provide the best hope of preserving the affordability of our Co-op City homes. Watch for notices of our coming meetings. At those meetings, you can examine community issues and, if you like, start taking part in affecting those issues. —Seba st ia n Ula nga

Baychester Visual Arts Association If you’ve ever wanted to learn to draw and paint, this is the time to avail yourself of this opportunity and get expert instruction at a very low cost. Mr. Moses Groves, an award winning artist, is the instructor for classes given on Tuesdays. Art classes are held on Tuesdays with 2 sessions to choose from: 1 – 3 p.m., 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Membership dues are $35 for the year and a session of 10

classes is $60. BVA’s art instructor will guide you along a creative path that will bring hours, weeks and years of joy into the life of those who take advantage of this opportunity. We are now offering Saturday classes from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. in our permanent room 5. We hope more people will take advantage of this class since there is a need for more students. It is a very informative and enjoyable class. Ms.

Massenburg is the instructor and she is an accomplished artist who was granted an A.S. Diploma from the Parson School of Design and honed and expanded her artistic skills in numerous media, namely oils, acrylic, watercolor, pastels, charcoal, pen and ink, etc. Workshops and demonstrations will be forthcoming in the near future and will be advertised in our articles. These workshops are free and open to the pub-

lic. Our upcoming library show will have a beautiful display of artwork by our students with the theme of the show to be “places far and near.” Watch for the show in the month of June. For more information about our classes, please call Mr. Groves at 201862-0847 or K. Klaus at 718-379-6074. Science is for the body, but art is for the soul. —Sylvia L och a n sky

Building 27 Association They say things always get better, and they did at our last meeting of the Association. At first, it looked like a low attendance but they just kept coming. Before we introduced our guest speaker, we began with our agenda. Minutes were read and the financial report made and both accepted. We had a full report from the members who accompanied Riverbay officials on the recent inspection of Building 27. Our President Nelson Sweeting, Thalia Roach and Don Doherty were the members who assisted Riverbay to inspect all floors in each section A.B.C. There was extensive water

damage in A and C sections in the “G” wing. Some floors had tile to be fixed. Many doors were in poor condition and in need of painting. All who need painting must call the office and request it. Section B seemed to be in least need of repairs. All the trash areas were clean and operating well. Some residents have mats at the door entrance and these are a violation. They should be removed. The missing florescent lights are intentional to save energy. Some floors and stairwells had strong odors of marijuana. After this report, our guest speaker Officer Rivera, was introduced. He

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reminded us he is the best officer for Building 27. He makes regular sweeps in the building. He also stressed how important our phone calls to the station are to know the severity of problems reported. Our dog complaint was investigated and the dog is authorized. One resident reported concerning non-professional behavior of some dispatchers. Keep reporting anything like this. It is very much appreciated by the Safety Department officers. Officer Rivera’s presentation and explanations were well received by the residents. The Board’s suggestion of a Children’s Day was

warmly received and approved. We will try to have a program for the children some time around Easter. It was decided to have game night twice a month and notices will be posted with dates and time. Friday nights were approved and a suggestion of 7:00 till 9:00 p.m. Our annual Association dues of $5 per apartment will be collected on March 30th. A notice will be posted. The next meeting will be on March 22nd at 7:00 p.m. The usual 50/50 raffle was held. The meeting closed and refreshments were served. Please join us at the next meeting. —Don Doh er t y

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New York Lyons Mane Ga r den E ven t This past Saturday, the 38th running of the Colgate Women’s Games Semi-finals was held at Brooklyn’s Pratt Institute. The four weeks of trial leading up to the semifinals consisted of stiff competition with athletes converging at Pratt each week from the four corners of the Northeastern region of the United States. Throughout, the elimination process taking place over the four weeks of trials paved the way for even more grueling semi-finals. Despite this daunting challenge, members of the New York Lyons Mane Track Club met the challenge head on and advanced to the finals. The finals will be held on Saturday, January 28, at Madison Square Garden main arena. Representing the team at the Garden will be Kassidy Frankson in the elementary schools “B” division (4th and 5th graders) in the 55 meter dash. In the High School division (9th and 10th grade), Briel Biggs will compete in the 800 meter

run. Finally, also in the High School division (and newest addition to the team), Simone Grant will compete in the 200 meter dash. On hand to support them in their final efforts will be the “Colgate Women’s Games Association” 2012 coach of the year and New York Lyons Mane team coach Donald Lyons. Also, in support will be outstanding performer and semi-finalist in the Middle School division (6th and 7th grade) 55 meter dash runner Zuri Jean Straker. Zuri has pledged to be a finalist next year, if not the overall winner. Thanks to all the New York Lyons Mane participants: Janelle Slater, Chance Lawerence, Paige Wiggin, Tamia Santos, Sheniah Porter, Alliyah Ferguson, Naidira Miller, India Simpson, Aolani Harris, Brittney Biggs, and Taitu Scott. Boys and girls between the ages of 1017 seriously interested in Track and Field can contact the New York Lyons Mane Track Club by calling (718) 671-3129 by

writing New York Lyons Mane Track Club, Post Office Box #563, Bronx, New

York 10475 or by email at NYLYONS —Don a ld Lyon s MANE@aol.com.

National Council of Negro Women Book Club first meeting of the New Year will be today, Saturday, January 28, at 3:30 p.m. at Barnes & Noble. Due to the snowstorm in October, we will be discussing our October selection: “On Black Sisters Street” by Chika Unigwe. Come prepared with some interesting new titles. The NCNW Saturday School classes are back in session. New students who register in January, for half the year, will pay half the fees. Our school has licensed teachers who work with children in grades 2-8 to strengthen their reading and computational skills. In addition, an art

teacher spends their snack break at 11 a.m. helping them to learn to appreciate fine art. Sa ve t h e Da t es: Feb r u a r y 25, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., 11th Annual NCNW Black History Youth Celebration, Dreiser Community Center 1, Auditorium B. This event will be in collaboration with the Riverbay Fund. If any youth or youth groups are interested in volunteering and showcasing their talent, please call (917) 399 2643. Ap r il 28—Co-op City Section will be celebrating its 41st Anniversary at Marina

Retirees of Dreiser Loop Come join the RETIREES and friends for your weekday socializing pleasure in Clubroom 19 (718-379-0377). Have fun and laughs as you play cards, Board games, or just watch one of your favorite TV programs with others. T R AVE L AC T I VI T I E S: Come with us: • March 20-22, (3 days/2 nights) to Atlantic City Hilton Hotel and Casino. Price: $200/double and $265/single occupancy. Contacts: Ida Morton/Virginia Stewart, 718-379-0377. Hold the dates. • Tuesday, March 27, our SECOND TRIP to see JONAH, at the Sight & Sound Theatre, Lancaster County, PA. Price: $99 - includes show followed by a delicious family style meal. Full payment required. Contacts: Lorraine Parker, 718-6716403/Beverly James, 718-379-0377. • April 11–25, trip to LAS VEGAS via Motor coach. 14 nights lodging including 4 consecutive nights in a Las Vegas Casino hotel; 18 meals: 10 breakfasts and 8 dinners. Gaming and sight-seeing on the Vegas Strip. Price: $1185 double/$1650 single. Details in flyers available in Room 19. (Contact: Eleanora Jones, 718-671-5707). • Saturday, June 9, SENIOR OUTING to Holiday Hills, CT (a day of fun and relaxation). Price: $25 - full payment required. Contacts: Beverly James/ Harman Leacock, 718-379-0377. Not e: Seniors only – no children permitted. TH E ATRE C O M M I T T E E : All

Lehman College program prices include transportation. Van will leave from Dreiser Loop (across from deli) at 6:30 p.m. for the 8:00 p.m. shows) • Sat., Jan. 28, 8 p.m. - DOO WOP; $55 • Sat., Apr. 28, 8 p.m. - SMOKEY ROBINSON; $85 See committee members in Clubroom 19 after 3 p.m. on Thursdays. After 7 p.m., any questions regarding theatre shows, call 718-324-7847 or 718-671-8637. All payments for parties, trips and shows will be accepted by check/money order only payable to RETIREES of Dreiser Loop. G OO D AND W E L FAR E : Cheers and best wishes to all members on the mend for a speedy recovery and a subsequent long and healthy life. “Sending a little sunshine to sprinkle in your day, reminding you that you’re thought of in a warm and special way!” Contact Elinor Gordon at 718-379-8755 regarding illnesses and bereavements. Mark your calendars. The next RETIREES General Meeting will be on Wednesday, February 1, at 1:30 p.m. in the Dreiser Auditorium. “May your walls know joy, may every room hold laughter, and every window open to great possibility.” “Good bye to yesterday and say Hello to tomorrow. It’s a New Year. Make it a good one!” —Claudette Davis

Del Rey, from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tickets: $100. Our Theme: “Facing Greater Challenges and Renewed Commitments.” Guest Speaker: Judge Laura Douglas, Bronx County, Supreme Court. For ticket information, contact: 718-671-6910, 718-538-8606, 718-3202366, 718-671-4804. February 26—Theatre members will

be going to see the new play “Hunt Village” by Katori Hall. Tickets: $25. To our sick and shut-in, you are not forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. Please contact Sadie Gilmore, 718-671-3721, to notify us of birthdays, illness or bereavement. Happy birthday to our January mem—M a xin e Su lliva n bers.

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Co-op City Seventh-Day Adventist Church The benefits of starting and maintaining an exercise program are numerous. According to experts, people who exercise live longer. It is never too late to begin exercising. Exercise helps prevent cardiovascular disease and lowers cholesterol. Children too can benefit from an exercise regimen. Academic performance is said to be improved when children exercise. Blood pressure is lowered as an added benefit of exercising. Other health benefits include weight control, improved bone strength, strengthens muscles and improves appearance. Exercise is a known stress reducer and improves circulation, oxygen and nutrient transport throughout the body. It boosts energy and increases productivity. A good exercise program will improve breathing efficiency. It improves posture and sleep. Another benefit is the increased resistance to fatigue. Exercise helps create a positive attitude about life. These are but some of the benefits of exercise. Because we believe in the total being, the Co-op City SDA Church offers an exercise program for

children and adults. This very special keep-fit class features high kicks and spins, as well as floor exercises. Please see below for times and contact information. C o-op C it y SDA Bet t er L ivin g H ea lt h & F it n ess E d u ca t ion C en t er Children’s Exercise Program, Sundays, 11:00— 12:00 p.m.; Free Adult Exercise Program, Sundays, 12:00 p.m.—1:00 p.m.; Free NYC Wa lk er s for Welln ess – walk around Co-op City with this group a distance of about 3 miles on. Keep walking and receive your very own pedometer and tee:Sunday mornings, 7:00 a.m.; Free Wednesday afternoons; Free We h a ve a n a ct ive Disa b ilit ies M in ist r y. Our church is designed with the disabled in mind. Please ask us about disabilities fact sheets featuring information for children and adults. Please tell us how we may best

accommodate your needs. Br ea d M in ist r y…Pick up on Saturdays between 2:30 p.m.—3:30 p.m. Please take one for a neighbor. Week ly Wed n esd a y P r a yer M eet in g…7:30 p.m. Sa t u r d a y: Sabbath Worship Services, 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Afternoon Bible Studies at 3:00 p.m. Adventist Youth program at 5:00 p.m. A pot luck luncheon is usually served after services on Sabbath in our fellowship hall. Please join us in refreshments and fellowship. The Co-op City SDA Church is located at 1010 Baychester Ave., Bronx, NY 10475. Pastor Okezie Erondu can be reached at 718-320-0518. You can reach us on the web at www.CoopCitySDAChurch.org. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 10:10; New King James Version (NKJV) —C h er yl C . Silver a

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 Pastor Fernando Figueroa and Pastor Thomas Garret and the congregation of Iglesia Cristiana 16:15 want to extend an invitation to you in worshipping the most high God. This invitation extends to all the brothers and sisters of this world who want an extended family under God’s umbrella. If you need a friend to talk to, we will listen. If you need someone to pray for you about any situation, a problem which may be afflicting you such as health problems, marital problems, etc, we shall pray for you. Consider us part of your extended family. All are welcome, you are God’s child and you are very, very special.

And don’t let anyone ever tell you differently. I alone know the plans I have for you, plans to bring you prosperity and not disasters, plans to bring about the future you hope for, then you will call to me. You will come and pray to me, and I will answer you. Jeremiah 29 11-12. C H UR C H HO UR S: SPANI SH Tuesday: Prayer Service, 8:00 p.m. Friday: Bible Study, 8:00 p.m. Sunday: Sunday School, 10 a.m.; Evangelistic Service, 12 p.m. C H UR C H HO UR S: E NG L I SH

Sunday: Evangelistic Service, 4:00 p.m. YOUT H SE RVI C E BI L I NG UAL Saturday: 7:30 p.m. We have a live band of very young and talented musicians. We are located in the Section 5 community center, Room 42. For any questions or prayers, call 718-6716112 or 347-275-5500. May God bless you and may you always have health and prosperity. —P a stor s Fer n a n do & T h om a s

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Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC C om e & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multicultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome. Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Visit our website at www.co-opcityumchurch.org. Su n d a y Ser vices – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 10 a.m. All other Sunday services are as follows: English Service at 9 a.m. and the Spanish Service at 11:30 a.m. There are Bible studies in English and Spanish at 10:30 a.m. We also have a children’s service during the English service. P r a yer Night : We will be having a prayer night on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. in the church building. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can all pray and become prayer warriors. Bring a friend who would like prayer. You know the Lord said, “whenever two or more are gathered in my name I will be in the midst of them.” Matthew 18:20 Aft er Sch ool P r ogr a m : In Room 43 of Einstein Community Center is a safe environment where children can do homework, learn God’s word and just have some fun. Please call (718) 671-1033. C r escen d o C hr ist ia n M u sic Sch ool: Learn piano, guitar, percussion, voice and theory. Contact Maestro Frank Colon at (917) 753-3644. The school will be open from Monday – Thursday, 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Private and group lessons are available. Earlier lessons can be arranged. All ages are welcome. Registration is free and

rates are affordable. M en ’s Fellowsh ip: Every Thursday at 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come and share your testimonies, explore your gifts and be Blessed in the Word of our Lord. Bring a friend so they can get a blessing too. Hope to see you there. C h oir : If you love to sing and want to sing for the Lord, come Thursday at 8 p.m. for choir practice. Fa m ily Nigh t : Friday nights are for the family. We will be having Bible studies and other spiritual growth activities for all ages. There will be English & Spanish

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Community Protestant Church On behalf of our Pastor, Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone (718) 862-9172. C H UR C H SC H E DUL E Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. T H E F O L L OW I NG P RO GR AM S AR E AT T H E C H UR C H ’S ANNE X: 2053 ASC H L OO P NO RT H (C O -O P C I T Y) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday at 10:00 a.m. Fellowship, “Life on God’s Terms” -

Every Friday (except 4th Friday) 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. OT HE R SC H E DUL E D E VE NT S: Saturday, February 11th – The Nehemiah G O SP E L Ministry presents A E XT R AVAG ANZ A! featuring Gerald Kelley, a gospel comedian from New York City; Naomi Shelton and the Gospel Queens of Brooklyn, NY; The Fantastic Soulenaires from New York City; and Bishop Buster Simmons and the Disciples of Truth. Doors open at 3:00 p.m.; Program at 4:00 p.m. Donation: $20/advance; $25/at the door. Children under 12, $10 at the door only. For tickets and/or additional information, please call (718) 503-4125 or (917) 557-7442. Sunday, February 12th, 11:00 a.m. – Observance our Annual Men’s Day. Theme: “Men of Good Measure, According to God’s Purpose.” Saturday, March 10 - Join CPC Tours for a visit to the Annual Philadelphia

International Flower Show and Shopping Spree at Franklin Mills, PA. This year’s show features Hawaii: Islands of the Aloha. From towering waterfalls and waves of orchids, to glowing volcanoes and serene sunsets, the 2012 Flower Show is an immersion in the dramatic landscapes and tranquil spirit of Hawaii. Remember to check out the Reading Terminal Market across the street from the Convention Center. Tickets: $60. For tickets and/or additional information, call CPC Tours at (718) 671-1182. Wednesday, April 18, CPC Tours invites you to a Matinee performance of the Crossroads Theater Company presentation of “The Last Five Years,” in New Brunswick, NJ. A Drama Desk Award Winner for Best Music and Best Lyrics, this engaging musical is a cleverly crafted romantic love story. After the performance, enjoy an “All-You-Can-Eat Buffet Luncheon. Tickets: $79. For reservations

and/or additional information, call CPC tours at (718) 671-1182. The Women’s Guild’s FANTASTIC 17-DAY AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL …WEST TOUR - June 26-July 12. Tour includes: round-trip transportation by Amtrak Rail and deluxe motorcoach; reclining coach seat with leg rest or private roomette sleeping accommodation; first class hotel accommodations; 19 meals; sightseeing at the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco and Salt Lake City. For additional information, call (718) 671-5961; (718) 320-1435; (718) 798-3337, or (718) 320-2608. 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. —E va n G . M it ch ell

Church of the Savior Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., Pastor; Lady Theresa M. Smith, co-founder; Rev. McMillian, Assistant Pastor, and the Church of the Savior family extend an invitation to every person to worship with us. We are a non-denominational, inter-racial, inter-cultural, intergenerational fellowship of believers. We care about you, not your W2. We are not church as usual. Come as you are, we leave the judging to God. The Church of the Savior family extends love and affirmation to the Coop City community; A warm welcome awaits you!! We love you for who you are, not what you have. Please call us at 718-320-0002 or 917-734-4058 for more information. Do you want a place that allows you to meet the living God? Do you want to be connected to people who care about you not what you have on or how much money you make? A special seat and friend awaits you. Church of the Savior is located at 120 DeKruif Place – street level, (under Building #7 near Dreiser Loop). Take the 38 to Dreiser Loop and DeKruif Pl. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475. Sund a y Mor ning Schedu le: Adult Bible Study – 9:15 a.m. Divine Worship - 10:30 a.m. Come and be blessed, we want an opportunity to love

you. See you in church. Our children’s Sunday School will teach and nurture your child/children in the word of God. All sessions are during worship service. Beginning Tuesday, Feb. 7 - Dr. Smith will be conducting special Bible Study focusing on: Celebrating who God made you to be. Everyone is welcomed. 6:30 p.m. Bring a notebook and someone special. Dr. Sm ith’s Ser mon Top ic: “Talking and Walking the Talk.” R ea d in g fr om H oly Scr ip t u r e: Psalms/James 2:14-17. A special thank you to all building associations, churches, schools and individuals who donated to our food pantry. We were able to feed more than fifty families during the Holidays. To God be the Glory! We also registered over a dozen families in need in Co-op City. Thank you! Week ly Activit y – Each Thursday at 10:00 a.m., Channel 70, Bronxnet, tune in and be blessed. If this program has lifted you, please let us know. Dr. Smith can be contacted at 718-3200002. If you prefer to drop a personal note: P.O. Box 86, Bronx, NY 10475 is our mailing address. Bereavement Support Group meets Monday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Are you

grieving the loss of a loved one? Come, our arms and hearts are open to you. God Bless You! “ I wa s hun gry a nd you fed me” … Church of the Savior is reaching out to individuals and families who need nutritious food. Our food pantry, coordinated by First Lady Theresa Smith, is just a phone call away. For more information in donating or receiving food, please call her at 718-925-5052.

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, (718) 320-0844. All are welcomed. We ek ly Sch ed u le: Sunday service and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m., Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m. and the Young Adults meet on Friday at 6:30 p.m. We are looking forward to welcome you on Sunday, January 29, at 9:00 a.m. Our Annual Congregational Meeting and Election of Officers will take place imme-

diately following the service. Upcoming Events: After service on Sunday, February 12, the Men’s Club will host a special breakfast to celebrate St. Valentine’s Day. Remember to purchase your raffle tickets for the annual Valentine’s Day Drawing. 1st Prize: $300, 2nd Prize: $150 and 3rd Prize: $50. Please call the church at 718-320-0844 for more information. Ash Wednesday, February 22: Services will be held at 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. with the imposition of Ashes and Holy Communion. “Put your trust in him always, O people, * pour out your hearts before him, for God is our refuge.” (Psalm 62:9) —M er ville C h a m b er s

Invita t ions to th e comm unit y: SAVE THE DATE: October 6 - Church 10th Anniversary, Eastwood Manor, Bronx, NY. Rev. Dr. Calvin O. Butts, Senior Pastor, Abyssinian Church, Harlem, NY, Speaker. Tickets: $80. Payment plan available. Th ought t o live by: “Happiness often comes through doors you didn’t even know you left open.” —R ev. Dr. R ober t A. Smith , J r.

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Library 9:30 am -1:00 pm,

Einstein

Dreiser Crochet and Knitting

Library

10 am-12 pm, Rm. 7

Rm. 31

9:30am – 1 pm, Rm. 49

Bingo – 11:00 am,

Dominoes 10 am, Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30 am

Line Dancing

Stay Well Exercise

10:00 am-11:00 am, Rm. 45

10 am, Rm. 2

Around The Lunch Table 11:30 am, Rm. 49

Mind Teasers

Room 31

–10:30 am, Rm. 7

Dominoes 2:00 pm, Room 25

Word Games 9:30 am – Card Games 2:00 pm –

Walking and Exercise w/Ms. Gaskill, 2 – 4 pm,

4:00 pm, Room 25

Rm. 45

Current Events: 10 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 10 a.m., Rm. 31

Word Games: 9:30 –11:30 a.m., Rm. 31

Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Card Games: 2:30 - 4 p.m., Rm. 25

Matinee Movie w/ George: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 45

Wed., February 1

Tai Chi: 11 a.m., Rm. 45

Thurs., February 2

Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25

Stay Well Exercise: 10 a.m., Room 31 Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 25 Word Games: 9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 25 Blood Pressure: 1st & 3rd Wed., 9–10 a.m., Rm. 31 Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 25 Library: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 31 Chat Session: 9:30 a.m.1 p.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games: 9:30 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 31 Card Games: 2:30-4 p.m., Rm. 31 Movie Madness: 9:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Men’s Line Dancing: 9-10 a.m., Rm. 31 Women’s Line Dancing: 10-11 a.m., Rm. 31 Spelling Bee: 11 a.m., Rm. 31 Dominoes: 2:30 p.m., Rm. 31 Word Games: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., Rm. 31 Bingo: 2 p.m., Rm. 25 Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 31

2 pm – 3 pm, Rm. 2

Afternoon Movie 2 – 4 pm, Rm. 7

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 49

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee: 10 a.m., Rm. 49 Spanish Practice Class: 10:30 a.m., Computer lab Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Advanced Line Dance 2-4 p.m., Rm. 45

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise: 10 11 a.m., Rm. 45 Spelling Bee: 11 a.m., Rm. 49 Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49

Dominoes: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Art: 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Bingo: 1 p.m., Rm. 49 Card Games: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 49 Blood Pressure: 2nd and 4th Friday, 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 49

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Southern fried chicken Baked potato French beans

BBQ chicken legs Sweet potato Italian blend

Rye bread Orange

Wed., Feb. 1

Apple juice Beef stew Egg noodles Broccoli florets

Spare ribs Rice Tossed salad

Whole wheat bread Banana

Chicken legs Egg barley Mixed vegetables

Rye bread Diced peaches

Lemon salmon Boiled potato Peas and carrots

Whole wheat bread Diced pears

12 pm – 1 pm, Rm. 7

Gentle Yoga w/Anne

11:00 am, Rm. 31

Fri., February 3

Tues., January 31

Mon., January 30

Bartow

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Alert & Alive: 10:3011:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Mixed Cultural Dance: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aud. A Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba: 1:30-2:30 p.m., Aud. A Tuesday Movie w/popcorn: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 – 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Sewing w/Raymonde: 9:30–11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Tai Chi: 11 a.m. -12 p.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 7 Art Class: 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7 Yoga: Every Wed, 2-3 p.m., Aud. A Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30-10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Blood Pressure: 1st & 3rd Thursday 10-11:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Line Dancing: 3rd & 4th Thurs. 10-11 a.m., Aud. A Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Belly Dancing: 12:30-1 p.m., Aud. A Handi-Flex: 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Drama:1:30-4 p.m., Rm. 7 Piano Sing Along: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rm. 7 Crochet and Knitting: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 7 Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session: 9:30 10:30 a.m., Rm. 7 Meditative Moments: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Mind Teasers: 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Card Games, Dominoes: 2-4 p.m., Rm. 7 *Schedule subject to change without notice*

We ask that members please call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch. WEEKLY TRIPS DATES

WEEKLY TRIPS

PRICE

PICK-UP TIMES

1st Monday: 1st Mondays: Fridays Tuesdays

Stew Leonards Super Wal-Mart Swimming Bowling

$3 $12 $3 $12.50

Bartow Dreiser 1 p.m. 1:15 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 1:15 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m.

Einstein 1:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. 11:15 a.m.

To register for trips and classes, please call: (718) 320-2066 Monday – Friday: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation

Orange juice Thurs., Baked turkey wings Feb. Mashed sweet potatoes 2 Diced turnips

Fri., Feb. 3

Tilapia fish w/lemon sauce Yellow rice Spinach

All meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. We ask that members please call their center at least one day in advance to register for lunch:

Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

Upcoming Events/Trips EMPIRE CITY CASINO - $3 - If your name is on the list, your payment MUST be made by the Friday prior to the trip. Trip includes round transportation and boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Einstein-10 a.m., Bartow-10:15 a.m. and Dreiser10:30 a.m. Effective JANUARY 2012, we will be going to the Empire Casino on a monthly basis. FEBRUARY 15th SOLD OUT - WAIT LIST ONLY!! Registration for March 14th begins on February 27th. MEDIEVAL TIMES - Date has been changed to Friday, February 17. Come and experience a traditional feast and jousting tournament set inside a beautiful 11th century style castle - $40 includes round trip transportation, meal & show – Pick-ups: Bartow-8:30 a.m., Dreiser-8:45 a.m. and Einstein- 9:00 a.m. Flyers will be posted in the senior centers. SOLD OUT - WAIT LIST ONLY!! JERSEY GARDENS - $12. Monday, January 30. Trip includes transportation/ boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow-8:00 a.m., Dreiser-8:15 a.m., Einstein-8:30 a.m. WESTCHESTER RIDGE HILL MALL - Yonkers, NY, Thurs., Feb. 2 – FREE transportation. Pick-ups: Bartow-9:30 a.m., Dreiser-9:45 a.m., Einstein-10 a.m. FAIRWAY – Friday, February 3 FREE transportation. Pick-ups: Bartow11:00 a.m., Einstein-11:15 a.m. and Dreiser-11:30 a.m. WALMART – Monday, February 6 $12 includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow-8:30 a.m., Dreiser-8:45 a.m. and Einstein-9:00 a.m. BERGEN MALL - The Outlets at Bergen Town Center in Paramus, New Jersey – Wednesday, February 8 - $12 includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow-8:30 a.m., Dreiser-8:45 a.m. and Einstein-9:00 a.m. WOODBURY COMMONS - Friday, February 10, $10 includes transportation/boxed lunch. Pick-ups: Bartow-8:30 a.m., Dreiser-8:45 a.m., Einstein-9 a.m. TAX AIDE CLINIC - AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free help for older taxpayers and people with limited incomes. JASA will be sponsoring an AARP Foundation Tax-Aide site at the Einstein Community Center in Room 35, every Tuesday starting February 7th end-

ing April 10, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. First come, first served. TAX EXEMPTION ASSISTANCE JASA social workers are providing tax exemption assistance. You may be eligible for the Real Property Tax Credit, New York City School Tax Credit, and/or New York State School Tax Relief Program (STAR). Visit or call the office to speak with a social worker. 2049 Bartow Avenue, lower level - 718-320-2066. A DAY AT THE SPA - Wednesday, February 8, Tones Spa. T H I S T R I P H AS BE E N C ANC E L L E D. WEIGHT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT GROUP - Mondays, 10 a.m., Bartow Avenue, Room 25. Maintaining a healthy weight is not easy, but with knowledge and practice, it can be. Come join the Weight Management Support Group to learn techniques and information that can help you maintain a healthy lifestyle. CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP - A Caregiver Support Group can offer an atmosphere of understanding and support for caregivers to discuss issues and concerns. Whether you care for a loved one from a distance or in your home, you are most welcome. The group meets every other Tuesday at: 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, from 1-2 p.m. The next sessions are Tuesday, February 7 and February 21. The support group is facilitated by a social worker. If you have any questions, please contact JASA at 718320-2066. DISABILITY SUPPORT/SOCIALIZATION GROUP – Cancelled until further notice. DIABETIC SUPPORT GROUP Diabetes can seem to be an overwhelming disease because it impacts so many areas of your daily life. The Diabetic Support group goals are too keep you informed and motivated on how to stay healthy. The group meets every last Monday of the month at 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor, Room 7, from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. The next session is scheduled for Monday, January 30. For more information and to register, please contact Chidinma Ezihe, 718-671-2090 (Ext. 3011) or Rosella Stone, 718-320-2066 (Ext. 2003).

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE BUILDING AND TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATIONS Coalition of Affordable Housing “Meeting” Mon., 1/30, 7:30 p.m., Bartow, room #28

EDUCATION African American Association, “Business Education Classes” Wed., 2/1, 7 p.m., Dreiser, rm #2; “Black History Film” Sat., 2/4; 12 p.m., Bartow, rm #28

FRATERNAL Co-op City Toastmasters, “Meeting” Thurs., 1/30, 7:30 p.m., Bartow, rm #28

HOBBIES Duplicate Bridge Club, “Bridge Game” Wed., 2/1, 4 p.m., Dreiser, room #9 African American Association, “Belly Dancing” Mon., 1/30, 7 p.m., “Yoga/ Pilates” Tues., 1/31, 7 p.m., Dreiser, room #2

RELIGIOUS Deeper Life Church, “Bible Study” Tues., 1/31; 7 p.m., Dreiser, room #1 Church of the New Vision, “Bible Studies” Sun., 2/5, 9:30 a.m., Einstein, room #38 Faith @ Work Christian Church, “Bible Study” Thurs., 2/2, 5:30 p.m., Dreiser, room #8; “Youth Ministry” Fri., 2/3, 3:30 p.m., Dreiser, room #10; “Worship Service” Sun., 2/5, 8 a.m., Dreiser, room #8 Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15, “Bible Study” Sun., 2/5, 10 a.m., Einstein, rm #35 Harvest Restoration Ministries, “Bible Study” Wed., 2/1, 6 p.m., Dreiser, room #10; “Worship Service” Sun., 2/5, 10 a.m., Dreiser, room #9 Circle of Christ “Children’s Bible Study” Sun., 2/5; 10 a.m., Dreiser, room #2 Greater Love Cathedral Baptist Church, “Bible Study” Wed., 2/1, 6:30 p.m., Dreiser, room #8; “Worship Service” Sun., 2/5, 3 p.m., Dreiser, room #1 Mount Calvary Baptist Church, “Bible Study” Thurs., 2/2, 5:30 p.m., Dreiser, room #9

SCOUTS Greater New York Girl Scouts, “Meeting” Fri., 2/3, 5:30 p.m., Dreiser, rooms #1, 2, 4 and 9

SENIORS J.A.S.A. Senior Luncheon, Mon-Fri., 1/30 - 2/3, 9 a.m., Bartow, room #31, Dreiser, room #4, and Einstein, room #49 Retirees of Dreiser Loop, “Meeting” Wed., 2/1, 1 p.m., Dreiser Auditorium A

SERVICE AND CIVIC Weight Watchers Nutrition Program, “Meeting Time” Tues., 1/31, 6 p.m., Dreiser, room #4 Williamsbridge Club, “Meeting” Wed., 2/1, 5:30 p.m., Dreiser, room #8

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION UPCOMING EVENTS Film - Saturday, January 28, 2 p.m. - Charlie St. Cloud - Charlie St. Cloud is a small-town hero and sailor, whose future is cut short when tragedy strikes, taking his dream away. WEEKLY EVENTS KIDS Game On Nintendo Wii! - Every Monday @ 3:30 p.m. Tween Time - Every Tuesday @ 3:30 p.m. (Not 1/31) Teens TAG - Every Tuesday @ 4 p.m. Read Aloud - Every Wednesday @ 3:30 p.m. Teen Book Café - Every Wednesday @ 4 p.m. Chess Club - Every Thursday @ 3 p.m. (1/12 @ 3:30 p.m.) Teen Time - Every Friday, 2:30 - 4 p.m. Film - Every Saturday, 2:00 p.m.

AARP Chapter #4997 F YI : AARP is fighting hunger in NYC and the stigma that keeps some people from seeking help with paying for food. The goal is to help those eligible for Food Stamps sign up for benefits. About 1 in 4 New Yorkers age 60-plus and living at home is nutritionally at risk. Among NYC residents age 55+, half of those eligible for food stamps have not enrolled. Volunteers are needed to help people sign up… to learn more, call (855) 692-4322 or visit www.aarp.org/ny. RE MI NDE R: One of your New Year’s Resolutions should be to join AARP Peachtree Chapter #4997. This will put you in the know of what’s going on in New York City, Albany, and Washington (DC) in relation to Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid and other issues affecting the elderly, retired, or disabled persons. All are welcomed to join us… NOT E : To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers. Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493. 2012 TO UR AC T I VI T I E S April 23-24 – “JONAH” – experience the mighty storm at sea that breaks apart an enormous ship; peer into the underwater world & see the giant fish swallow up God’s misguided Prophet Jonah – trip includes: a stop in Bethlehem (PA) known as the “Christmas City”; visit the Sands Casino ($35 Casino Bonus) — current photo ID or passport required; lodging at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Reading; wine & cheese reception w/a sit-down dinner and live Musical Comedy Show; 2nd day hot breakfast buffet; visit an Amish quilt shop, cannery & Kitchen Kettle gift shops; w/reserved seats at the Millennium Theater for

“JONAH”; stop for dinner on the way home…$281/person double; $331 – single; trip insurance - $14/each – double; $29/single; call Jean, 718-379-3742, for registration info. May 22 – New York Botanical Gardens, presenting Monet’s Gardens: Impressions of Giverny, France – includes admission & Tram ride around the Gardens; a guided Tour of Monet’s Garden Exhibit; plus 4-hour Casino stay at Empire City Casino (including Casino package of the day) - $75/person - contact Daisy, 718- 671-3241. June 1–11 (11 days/10 nights) – Mount Rushmore, the Badlands & Black Hills of South Dakota – trip includes 10 nights lodging (w/4 consecutive nights in South Dakota); 10 breakfasts/8 dinners; visit Mt. Rushmore National Memorial; tour of Wildlife Loop Road at Custer State Park; admission to the Unique Journey Museum; guided tour of Deadwood, plus gaming at a Deadwood Casino; visit the Crazy Horse Memorial; & visit the Badlands National Park & much more…$905/double; $1265/single; $885/triple; trip insurance available upon request – contact Jean, 718-379-3742. August 9 – Triple Lobsters w/ “HuKeLau” in Chicopee (MA) – trip includes 3 lobsters/person (w/a takehome bag if you can’t eat all 3) or prime rib; and the famous live Hawaiian Show… $93/person – contact Delores, 718-379-2176. TH ANK YOU: The Tour Committee would like to thank all who supported our 2011 Tour Activities… we look forward to having you join us again this year and adding new friends on our trips. We ask that “each one, bring one – or two or three…” —Delor es Deb n a m

Goose Island Seniors Sunday, January 29—Bingo game in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome to join. Snacks and refreshments. Tuesday, February 28—Going to Sands Casino, Bethlehem, Pa. Price is $30. Rebate is $20. Slot play and $5 towards food. Pick-up time is 8:30 a.m. at our 3 usual bus stops—Einstein Center, Asch Loop (back of library) and Dreiser Loop. Always bring a photo I.D. card. We are having our first General Meeting, Thursday, March 1 in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m. Refreshments served. Our first trip is to VILLA ROMA, Wednesday, May 9, starring the PLATTERS. Price is $63, which includes SHOW, FOOD & TRANSPORTATION. You can start payment anytime. Menu-roasted chicken, London broil, and Tilapia, also fruit cup, minestrone soup, dessert is Chef’s Surprise. Departure

time is: Einstein, 7:45 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:00 a.m. and also Dreiser Loop. Tuesday, July 12—Going to Brauhaus. Price is $58; A day in Pomonia. Menu breakfast danish, donut & coffee-tea. Lunch is sausages & peppers, frankfurters, hamburgers, SWEET CORN, watermelon, all kind of salads. Dinner is roast chicken, roast beef, and Tilapia, beer and soda all day. See Ann or Mary for more information. Call 718-379-9613 or come to 135 Einstein Center, Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Don’t forget to pay your yearly dues. Also, we sti1l have our Garage Sale. We were just informed that our member Yvonne Stark has been in the hospital. We all wish her a speedy recovery. Wishing everyone good health. —M a r y P illa

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Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue Once a television station told a clergyman that they always ran a clergy message for 40 seconds before the national news. They invited him to appear 10 times consecutively, and said he would pre-record all the messages at once. They also sent him special sheets of paper for the teleprompter so he would not have to memorize the messages. It sounded simple enough. He thought he could do it in the alloted time. When he recorded the first messages, it was three seconds too long. He found it took that long to say, “Good morning.” So he had to eliminate that phrase. In the second message, he paused

before the word “G-d.” He was told “you can’t pause for G-d. It takes two seconds.” So he had to do that one over. The next one was short four seconds. So he recorded it again and added the words, “Have a nice day.” Finally, he said, “Why are you so insistent on the seconds?” The director replied, “A commercial costs over $150,000 a minute and that comes to more than $2,000 a second. ‘Time’ is money.” The minister observed, “You are wrong. ‘Time’ is life and every second counts for that.” We must not think merely in terms of money, for that is material, but in terms of ‘time,’ for that is life.

Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome. On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after the candle-lighting time. Saturday morning services start

at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m. The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon. For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 6712300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Co-op City Jewish Community Council The Co-op City Jewish Community Council encourages cooperators who do NOT have to file regular NYState Income Tax returns to apply for the annual School Tax Credit (NYC-210). The applications are available in our office in Room 18 of the Dreiser Community Center. No documentation is required, and we will be happy to help you complete the form. The one-time annual amount of the credit is $62.50 for a single person, $125 for a couple. In addition, we have IT-214 forms for people who, again, do not have to file regular state income tax returns and whose income (including

Social Security) was less than $18,000 in 2011. Benefits for this tax credit generally run from between $40 and $300, depending on your age, income and the amount of rent you pay. Please call our office for more information (718-3201234, Mon. through Fri.). In the past, these forms were automatically mailed to recipients who qualified in prior years, but it is not certain that the state will continue to do this, so you are welcome to complete the forms we have downloaded from the state Dept. of Taxation and Finance website. —Lyn n L evin e

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Traditional Synagogue The Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 (new address) at Bldg. 27B-120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Shule (same old number) 1-718-379-6920. Not e: Office hours are on Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday, we are here from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Candle lighting on Friday, February 3, is before 4:56 p.m. Shabbat ends today, Saturday, January 28 at 5:51 p.m. We recite Havdallah (the Recital over the Wine) at the end of Shabbos. Mincha services on Saturday, January 28 followed by Musaf around 12:30 p.m. The community is always welcome to attend our various functions and enjoy a great day of fun and friendship. C om in g E ven ts: Saturday, January 28 at 9 a.m.-The Torah lecture/Sermon will take place at 10 a.m.; Mincha services is at 12:30 p.m. Also, we will recite Mi-she-baeirachs. We will start Torah reading about 10:30 a.m. Note** The meaning of Mi-she-baeirachs is to pray to G-d for his help to heal the infirmed and those in distress. The parsha is “Bo.” The Rabbi’s class commences at 4:45 p.m. during Shalosh Seudos. Shabbos at ends at 5:51 p.m. Sunday, February 4, at 1:00 p.m.-The Sisterhood sponsors an afternoon of Bingo. Cost is $3/person and includes refreshments and admission. Please come down! Wednesday, February 8 - “Tu B’Shevat,” Jewish Arbor Day.

Sunday, February 19 at 1:00 p.m.-The Synagogue sponsors a fun afternoon of Bingo. The cost is $3 per person and includes admission and refreshments. Please join us and get out of the cold and into some friendship. Monday, February 20 – Presidents’ Day Thursday, February 23 – Rosh Chodesh. The month of Adar March, 2012 – Purim – To be announced. Watch this article for information at a later date. G ood a n d Welfa r e: Come on down to the synagogue to purchase kosher wine. Do you need a tree certificate sent “in Honor” or “in Memory” of a special occasion or a condolence? For information, you can call Mimi at 1-347-427-4526 and we can accommodate you. We all have Esther in our prayers for a speedy recovery and await your return. We miss your lovely smile. Esther is now recuperating at the Union Hebrew Home in New Rochelle, NY. Wow!! Beverly D. took a very bad fall which left her totally black and blue with a speed knot on her head. We are praying that you have a rapid and complete recovery. So sorry to learn that Florence Berland has suffered a bad fall and fractured her wrist. Heal quickly and feel good soon. P lea se! Support the Synagogue. We always need your help. Thank you. Shalom! M ir ia m E velyn Ber lofsky —M

Co-op City Jewish Center The Co-op City Jewish Center is located at 900 Co-op City Blvd., Bronx, N.Y. 10475. Saturday services are continuing thanks to those people who attend. Please try to attend whenever possible. We would like to remind our members

and any Jewish people in Co-op City looking for a conservative synagogue, we are still here, and all are welcome. Try to take a Saturday and come to services when you can. Donations can be mailed to the Co-op —M a r vin Seid m a n Jewish Center.

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Church of the New Vision We are grateful for the support from the community and organizations during the opening of our new place of worship at 115 Einstein Loop. Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning. The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian

love and friendly hospitality. We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday Morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus. Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. L ist of P r ogr a m s a n d E ven t s: Adult Sunday School is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Youth Sunday School is also from

9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion is served the first Sunday of the month. Youth Sunday takes place on the second Sunday of the month. Seniors’ Sunday takes place on the fifth Sunday of the month. Singles’ Ministry meets every third Tuesday evening of the month at 6:00 p.m. Mid-day Bible Study meets every Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. The Women’s Fellowship is sponsoring a heritage fashion show dinner on February 26th at 3:00 p.m. Donation for adults is $15 and children 12 and under $10. Dinner is included. For information, call (718) 671-

2623 or (917) 371-0381. Come join New Vision’s “Partners in Reading Program” every Sunday afternoon from 1:40 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Students in Grades 1 through 8 discover the joy of reading while exploring and improving their literacy levels through small groups and reading partners. Parents, we encourage you to bring your children to benefit from this free program, taught by trained professionals. The Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409. —C a r ole H a q ue

Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow for worship service at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. 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, Room 50 (lower level). Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick

up at our mid-week worship service which is held on Wednesdays at 12 noon. Bible study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, February 25 at 5:00 p.m. Prayer service is held on Fridays at noon and 7:30 p.m. Men’s prayer service is held the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. We invite the men of the community to join us on Tuesday, February 14. Pack your bags! The Scholarship Ministry invites you to hit the high seas

Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to attend worship service at 120 Benchley Place, Building 24 (street level). Sunday School for all age group starts at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day service begins at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday evening prayer meeting will start at 7:30 p.m. Friday evening Bible study starts at 7:30 p.m. Focus: God fulfilled the promise of our redemption through the miraculous birth of his son Therefore the Lord himself shall give you a sign; Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel. Isaiah 7:14 Long before the child was conceived in Mary’s womb, the birth of the son of God was conceived in the mind and heart of God. Christ’s birth was prophesied hundreds of years before it took place. Death and resurrection were typified in Isaac on Mount Moriah; they were fulfilled in Christ at Calvary. God has always wanted to have a close relationship with mankind and wanted to dwell in the midst of his people whether it was with Israel in the wilderness or

with the church of the twenty –first century. Because of his deep concern for mankind’s lost condition, God came in flesh. He came to dwell in the son of God, which was born of a virgin—-a miracle of mercy and grace. An act of unprecedented love, God gave us His only begotten Son to save us and to redeem us back to Himself. For the son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost. (Luke 19:10) And the angel came in unto her, and said, Hail, thou are highly favoured, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women. And when she saw him, she was troubled at his saying, and cast in her mind what manner of salutation this should be. And the angel said unto her, Fear not, Mary: for thou hast found favour with God. And, behold thou shall conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shall call his name Jesus. (St Luke 1:28-31) For further information, call 718-3240334 or 718-320-4218. —R ev. R . Sib b lies

Building 30 Association We have an email address. It is: Building30@hotmail.com. This organization cannot work without the participation of the cooperators of Building 30 A&B. I hope that we can help each other. C om in g E ven t s: We continue to look forward to Wednesdays when we happily attend our Crochet class at 1:00 p.m. We have a wonderful teacher, Linda Werner, who will teach you with a lot of patience. It’s great exercise for arthritic fingers. It’s a challenge and gratifying. Surprise someone with a hand-made gift. Try it! I’m sure that it will be greatly appreciated. Building 30 Assn. Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 8. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. and the meeting starts

promptly at 7:30 p.m. Prepare for a fun evening and a surprise and some tasty Italian food. Happy Valentine’s Day. Pokeno is scheduled for Friday, February 10 at 7:00 p.m. Don’t forget to bring your nickels. We play in the Bldg. 30 Assn. Room on the “B” side. Have a fun evening. Check the Association Bulletin Board in your lobby for dates and times of events. Make a difference!! G ood & We lfa r e: Speedy get well wishes to all who are under the weather. If you are celebrating a special occasion, an anniversary or a birthday, we hope that you enjoy your day. SEE YOU SOON. M ir ia m E . B er lofsk y —M

again. They will be sailing on the Carnival Miracle leaving from New York City on Monday, July 9, sailing to San Juan, Puerto Rico, St. Thomas and Grand Turk. A deposit of $150 is due immediately. For additional information, call 718-379-0541, 718-671-7507 or the church at 718-320-3774. Rev. Dr. Williams has a radio show on WMCA 570 AM every Friday at 1:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Williams is the author of Principle Centered Living: 9 Reasons To Maintain Your Values in a Pressure Filled

World and Founder of SEW Universal, Inc. Visit his websites: www.Principle CenteredLiving.com or www.RevDr SheldonEWilliams.com. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —H a t t ie L . L u ca s

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Nurse’s Aide with 25 years experience in hospitals, nursing homes and private homes. Seeks employment. Will live in or out. Call 718-364-7771. 2/11

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Cleaning Service - Carpet

P&R APPLIANCE SERVICE

if you are tired of paying too much for repairs! 718-829-9090

Records Wanted

G et Top C a sh for your Jazz, Soul, R&B and Gospel albums from 50s to 70s. C a ll H owa r d a t 212-873-4016 a n yt im e. 3/3

Old Records Wanted. Will Pay Top $$ for JAZZ, JAZZ, JAZZ, Rock & Roll, 50s, 60s, & 70s. LP, 78 or 45.

Ser vice C h a r ge on ly $24.95

• Washers • Dryers • Stoves plus 10% off any repair Senior • Refrigerators Citizen Discount • Dishwashers Vacuums FREE Pick-up and Delivery!

1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

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VACUUM

Call Joe 718-384-7554

Cleaning Service - Windows

SALES & SERVICE

718-829-9090

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GEORGE’S CLEAN WINDOWS

Bags, Belts & Filters SERVICES

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SERVICES

Free Pick up & Delivery 1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

Appliances Repair

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FAMILY BLINDS SERVICE

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

NEW STYLE BLINDS

• ALL MAKES & MODELS

All Colors • Vertical • Minis • Woods • 2 in. Regulars • Wash, Tape, Cord Blinds

• Stoves • Washers • Dryers •Lamps • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Bags • Hoses • Belts • Vacuum Cleaners Family Owned & Operated Since 1954 NYC License #1233497 10% DISCOUNT (except vacuums)

718.792.2655 2951 Middletown Road, Bronx, NY 10461 (Near Pelham Bay Station)

FREE VALANCE & INSTALLATION NEW WINDOWS? Removal & Re-installation of any types of Blinds Quality work! Lowest Prices in Town! Repair Closet Doors and much more! Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

ACE APPLIANCE REPAIR

Cleaning Service

For prompt service call:

718-671-1736 / in fo@n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com

L & L APPLIANCE REPAIR

NYC License #1233497

Call 718.792.2655 10/22

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DR. STEVE’S APPLIANCE REPAIR • 1 Year Guarantee on parts • Over 25 Years Experience • Insured • Seniors Discount • 10% OFF with this Ad Call (718) 671-0700 3/31

Present This Coupon (except vacuums/lamps)

STOVES • WASHERS • REFRIGERATORS VACUUM CLEANERS and more

718.792.2655 LIMIT — One Coupon Per Person

Hou se C lea n in g $60-$75 for 3-hrs of General/Heavy duty cleaning $15-$20 each additional hour Labor ONLY/ supplies NOT included W in d ow Wa sh in g $5 per window/ WITHOUT Guards $7 per window/ WITH Guards 5 window minimum charge. Screen washing $2/screen. H ou se P a in t in g Prices start at $150 per room 2 coats - 1 color/ FREE ESTIMATES Scraping, spackling, etc. additional fees 2/25 Labor ONLY/ paint NOT included. www.n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com / BY a p p oin t m en t O NLY

SPOONERS DOMESTIC SERVICE

L&L APPLIANCE REPAIR

NYC License #1233497

We do all the work and you get all the credit 718-671-1736 / in fo@n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com W in d ow Wa sh in g $5 per window/ WITHOUT Guards $7 per window/ WITH Guards 5 window minimum charge. Screen washing $2 extra per screen. 2/25

Access Computer Consultants Service • Repair • Instruction

We do all the work and you get all the credit

EMERGENCY SERVICE

$20 OFF

New P a la ce W in d ow Wa sh in g Ser vice

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair

New Pa la ce C lea n in g Ser vices

• Stoves • Washers • Dryers • Refrigerators • Vacuum Cleaners and more 10% DISCOUNT (except vacuums and lamps)

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5/12

Refrigerators, stoves, air conditioners, washers, dryers, dishwashers. Free service call with repairs.

(718) 379-8782

1-203-482-6337

www.n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com / BY a p p oin t m en t O NLY

Call Anytime • Seven Days/Week • “When You See Me, You’ll Know Me!”

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Professional Window Cleaning • FAST RELIABLE SERVICE Cell:

Blinds

EMERGENCY SERVICE

For More Information, Call

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1/28 • 4 Hour Minimum • General Cleaning — $72 + tax • Semi-Heavy Duty & Senior Care — $80 + tax • Super Heavy — $120 + tax Bonded • 7 Days • Accept Cash, Pay-Pal

www.spoonercleaning.com 10/22

Call

(718) 320-5112

Call (718) 473-0772 Free Telephone Consultation $25/Hour Field Service Professional, Knowledgeable and Courteous Service

24-Hours a day / 7 days a week

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Advertise in the Co-op City Times Classifieds! Call 718-320-3300, x3380 for our affordable rates!

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CLASSIFIEDS

Co-op City Times • cctimes@riverbaycorp.com

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair

Floors

Painting Services

Dataway Computers, Inc.

Hardwood floors installed - Sanding & Refinishing. Polyurethane, Fabulon & Moisture Cure Finishes. Staining in all colors. Free estimates. 10% Co-op City resident discount.

M & M FLOORS

A-1 PAINTING PLUS

Networking, Maintenance, Repair

$40 Field Service

Call Mike. (718) 792-0024

MICROSOFT CERTIFIED PROFESSIONALS

Home Improvement

FREE Phone Consultation

1-800-479-2667

646-326-2676

Call: Ava ila ble: Au th en t ic Up gr a de Vist a to W in dows 7

Visit Us: www.dattaway.com • F r ee Internet Phone Service • K eep Your Current Phone Number • Why Pay Over $300 An n u a lly? Celebrating 10 years of service to Co-op City.

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***NEWS FLASH ***

JASON LASH

• VERTICAL BLINDS • MINI BLINDS • SINK VANITIES • SPACE SAVERS • MATCHING HAMPERS • BATHTUB ENCLOSURES • CLIP-ON MIRROR FRAMES

• CO-OP CITY RESIDENTS FREE HOUSE CALL • House Calls $40 THEMEPSEE Provides: • HOUSE CALLS 24/7 • COMPUTER REPAIR: All Versions of Windows Available • Mac and PC repair • COMPUTER LESSONS - Private one on one session available • COMPUTER SALES - Laptop, Desktops

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• RANGE HOODS • LIGHT FIXTURES • KITCHEN CABINETS • CABINET REFACING • COUNTERTOPS • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS 1/28

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Call Bill

718.320.5270

New P a la ce H ou se P a in t in g Ser vice We do all the work and you get all the credit 718-671-1736 / in fo@n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com H ou se P a in t in g Prices start at $150 per room 2 coats - 1 color/ FREE ESTIMATES Scraping, spackling, etc. additional fees Labor ONLY/ paint NOT included.

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS

Slipcovers

2/25/12

Licensed and Bonded

20% Off Any Lock Job!

Medco • MultiLock • Wilson Serving Co-op City for over 25 years. “When you see me, 5/12 You’ll know me.” Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

R O N ’S Trucking Corp.

914. 423. 1773

(718) 746-8925 PLASTIC SLIPCOVERS TABLE PADS CUSHIONS REFILLED • NEW FOAM RUBBER SOFA PLATFORMS LOW, LOW PRICES

ALL STATE DECORATORS

Moving

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FREE!

ESTIMATE!

www.n ewp a la ceclea n in g.com / BY a p p oin t m en t O NLY

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

Floors

Bathroom $74.95 • Kitchen $99 & up • Floor Service • Wallpaper, Panel, Carpet Removal • Blinds, Doors & Kitchen Cabinets Repaired

FAMILY LOCKSMITH High Quality Labor For a Low Price!

Decorator

WE SAVE YOU MONEY!

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Locksmith

• FREE DIAGNOSTIC CHECK UP

Call Mike 646-203-3776 (Bronx) Call Lorenzo 917-214-6968 (NYC)

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CUSTOM COLOR

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MOVING Low Low Rates Residential/Commercial Local & Long Distance NO Extra Charge for Stairs, Weekends or Holidays. FREE Mattress Covers Flat Rate/Free Estimates NYSDOT #T-35528 USDOT #1060058

RUBBISH REMOVAL Residential/Commercial Estate Clean-Outs ✔ Construction ✔ Appliances ✔ Furniture ✔ Paint Cans ✔ Wood Anything Non-Hazardous Heavy-Duty Cleaning

Building Management Companies Welcome to Enquire! 1/28

Telephone Jacks

TELEPHONE JACKS Installation/Repairs • Business & Residential

$75

FIRST JACK

Verizon Trained - 28 years

917-482-5135

• CAT 5-Wiring • No Dial Tone • Static On Line • Hum On Line Repairs, TimeWarner, Cablevision, Verizon 1/28 Upholstery/Blinds

REUPHOLSTERING

Custom Craftsmen - 40 yrs. experience. Sofas & Chairs upholstered; Slipcovers-Fabric & Plastic; Kitchen Chairs - $8.99 & up: Caning; Venetian Blinds; Drapes - Custom made Refinishing, Touch up & Polishing of Furniture

STYLISH DECORATORS 3314 White Plains Rd. • Bronx, NY 10467

718.881.7691

Advertise in the Co-op City Times Classifieds! Call 718-320-3300, x3380 for our affordable rates!

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Co-op Sales Est. 1969

CALL 1-800-479-2667

Need a Facelift? • Medicine Cabinets • Flooring • Range Hoods • Carpet Cleaning • Light Fixtures

DEEP DOWN CARPET CLEANING! • In House Shampoo Service • Pre-Spot Included • Dual Steam Extraction Process • Upholstery Cleaning Available • Furniture Moving • Tile & Grout Cleaning

• Window Fashions • Shower Doors • Refacing • Wall Mirrors • Counter Tops

Breathe Easier • Eliminate Bugs

We Beat Any Written Quote!! www.co-opsales.info Licensed and Insured, NYC Better Business Bureau, NYC Dept. of Consumer Affairs