ADVERTISE!

The Building 2 Association kicked off the 2024 year by continuing their commitment to fostering community spirit through a food giveaway. The dedication of volunteers and community members underscores the strength and generosity within the neighborhood. The organizers, a dedicated team of volunteers, worked tirelessly to ensure a seamless distribution process.

Our next food giveaway on January 20 at 11:30 a.m. has an open invitation for all Co-op City community members. Attendees are encouraged to bring bags and shopping carts.

Assistant Executive General Manager Mr. Cary Smith will join us as a guest at our next General Meeting on January 16 at 7:00 p.m. His attendance provides an opportunity for residents to stay informed, voice concerns, and strengthen the bonds within our community. This meeting is open to all Building 2 residents.

Such initiatives serve as inspiring examples for other communities to follow, demonstrating the positive impact that collective efforts can have in creating a caring and compassionate society.

––Tami Claytor

If you receive a telephone call demanding immediate payment using a pre-paid card, wire transfer or bitcoin, even if your Caller ID HANG UP, and report the call. Do not divulge personal information such as Social Security number, bank account number, date of birth or any other information. Be smart, be safe!

Greetings, neighbors. I hope when everyone reads this, they do so in good standing. I would like to give a super shout out to the Building 2 Association president for the call on January 6. Mrs. Venecia Michie and I worked tirelessly to help with a pop-up fresh produce distribution in the lobby, consisting of honeydew, melons, eggplants and scallions. Various fresh produce will be given away to the community once a month. The next date is Saturday, January 20, so be on the look out for the information in the lobby for the time and location.

Thanks again to all of our neighbors and visitors of Building 6 for donating during our December holiday collection for the porters. We received 148 donations totaling to $2,517. Amazing! They are appreciated and we hope this is a start to a great continued relationship amongst us all.

Our Youth Committee is looking for creative and enthusiastic volunteers. If you have a passion for feeding young minds or are looking to learn and grow while making new friends, contact Treasurer Simon at 646-309-4932.

On Saturday, January 27, we will host a family Game Night in the Association Room from 5-10 p.m. Light refreshments will be served for all who have paid their annual dues and did not get their membership card. Please contact Secretary Coriano, 347-268-9288, to receive your card. If you have an issue you need help with, if you wish to make a complaint and/or give a compliment, feel free to contact VP Gilliard at 917-613-2520, President Lassiter at 347-3667690, or email the association at Bldng6assoc@gmail.com

As always, I pray safety over all. Godspeed

“My humanity is bound up in yours, for we can only be human together.” –Archbishop Tutu

––Lauren K. Lassiter

January 15, 1929, it is celebrated on the third Monday in January.

Shareholders have requested we collect signatures for a petition against the dispensary, especially since we are directly across the street from the intended business.

On Thursday night, January 4, Community Board 10 held their public hearing and general meeting at Bartow Community Center in Room 31. At that time, one of the presenters was an organization, “Mello Tymes,” requestBank located on Peartree Ave. and Co-op City Blvd. and across from our garbage compound (in the area of National Wholesale). The organization wants to establish their business, a cannabis dispensary, in that location.

: The Community Board meeting was held and there was standing room only present at this session. When the public meeting concluded, the community board took a vote and the dispensary that is tentatively scheduled to receive a lease from the property owners of the former Chase Bank, to serve as their store location, 675 Co-op City Blvd., was voted down. But what does that mean? There is still more to do.

Based on the response of the shareholders at the community board meeting, They would like to have the supporting documents some spoke about at the podium, namely the petitions, sent to them to further solidify their decision. Please take the advice of CB #10 given that evening and send your petitions to them.

Although CB #10 voted no, that does not mean the decision is done. The community boards only give their recommendation. The community board expresses their opinion and it is then deemed part of the record and given to the their recommendation to the Cannabis Control Board who will grant or deny the application. The Control Board will then send their response to the community board with an explanation of how their opinion was considered in granting or denying the application.

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“We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community.” –Cesar Chavez

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Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@ yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson, president, at 718-320-1370; or Wendell Mattison, V.P., at 917-330-1380. Thank you for supporting our team.

Hi, neighbors. Happy New Year 2024!

Thanks to all who attended our New Year’s Eve Party. Everyone was invited including new move-ins. Thanks to Marvin, our DJ, who kept the music going for the night. Thanks to Debbie, who helped to put the party together. Thanks to Carolyn, Brenda, Camelia, Clara, Charlene, Andrea, Leslie and Debbie for preparing their favorite and delicious dishes, and thanks to Arlene for her monetary donation. A good time was had by all. A special thanks to Martha and Jose for taking down the tree and thanks to Camelia for helping to take down decorations. You all helped to make our annual gathering a success. Building 18 motto, “Together, we can make a difference!”

Our meetings are held on every fourth Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the Association Room located in rear of the building under the portico. Please make all attempts to attend. We invite guest speakers with you in mind, have 50/50 drawings and refreshments are always served at meetings. All new move-ins are welcome, so come, meet your neighbors and be an informed cooperator. Our General Meeting is scheduled for January 23.

Happy birthday to all with that special day this month. Enjoy it to the highest. Be careful and stay safe. To the sick and homebound, we wish you a speedy recovery. To the bereaved families, we give our deepest sympathies. Stay alert. If you see something, say something. Please report anything that looks or sounds suspicious. Call 911 and Riverbay Public Safety at 718-6713050.

––Gertie Brown

Drive event at Bartow Community Center. Join us on January 15, at 6 p.m. in Room 28!

The Bartow Community Center is buzzing with anticipation as we gear up for an evening of excitement and community engagement. On January 15, at 6 p.m., we invite you to join us at the Bartow Community Center, Room 28, for a special event that promises to bring people together, celebrate our community, and welcome new members to the Co-op City Democratic Club.

One of the highlights - man Kevin C. Riley joining us to select the lucky winners. Councilman Riley has been a dedicated advocate for our community, and we are honored to have him with us for this special occasion. as Councilman Riley announces the winners. It’s an excellent opportunity to bring the community together and share in the joy of the upcoming event. This event is not just for members; we extend a warm invitation to all members of the community to join us. Whether you’re a long-time resident or a newcomer, your presence will add to the vibrancy of the evening. It’s a chance to connect with neighbors, make new friends, and contribute to the sense of unity that makes our community special.

As we gather for this event, we’re also actively seeking new members for the Co-op City Democratic Club. If you’re passionate about community involvement, political engagement, and making a positive impact, we encourage you to consider joining our club. Being a member provides you with a platform to voice your opinions, participate in meaningful discussions, and contribute to the betterment of our community.

Date: January 15, 2024; Time: 6:00 p.m.; Location: Bartow Community Center, Room 28.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a memorable eve-Let’s come together and make our community stronger than ever!

For more information, contact Shirley J. Saunders at coopdemocraticclub@ gmail.com

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Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024