Co-op City Times 01/27/18

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Vol. 53 No. 4

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Saturday, January 27, 2018

HUD UPDATE MEETING

Officials from the federal Housing and Urban Development agency, Wells Fargo Bank, New York State Department of Homes and Community Renewal, Riverbay management, executives with Douglas Elliman and Riverbay Board President Linda Berk and First Vice President Bernie Cylich met on Jan. 24 in the Bartow Center to discuss ongoing operations in Co-op City. Board Treasurer Sonia Feliciano and Douglas Elliman Property Management President James O’Connor also attended the meeting.

“Our meeting with the partners that oversee Co-op City was very productive,” said Bob Klehammer, executive general manager with Douglas Elliman, the managing agent for Riverbay. “We presented the progress and accomplishments that we’ve made in 2017 and the lender and the government agencies were all very complimentary about the progress being made here, both to the physical plant and with the ongoing modernization of Riverbay’s business practices.”

Riverbay Board President Linda Berk said: “I thought the meeting with our lenders was very productive.

Management gave an impressive report on the state of the Riverbay Corporation and the entities were very open to strategies to assist Riverbay with making additional improvements for our shareholders.

We were all very pleased with the progress made in four years, knowing we still have more work to do. It was gratifying to know we could all work together as a team for Riverbay's betterment."

Photo by Ralph Henriquez

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Mayor Proposes Animal Shelter For Bartow Ave. An undeveloped parcel of city-owned land on Bartow Avenue that a decade ago was proposed as the site of a new youth center is now proposed to be the home of a new city-operated Animal Shelter, the Office of Mayor Bill de Blasio announced on Tuesday.

The Mayor’s press release only identified the location of the new proposed shelter as being in the east Bronx, but Matthew Cruz, district manager of Community Board 10, said on Tuesday that the proposed site is 2050 Bartow Avenue, a large undeveloped tract of land that is currently being used by New York City to store impounded tractor-trailers. Mr. Cruz said that the community board only heard about the proposal hours before the mayor’s office released it.

Much to the chagrin of the community, more than 10 years ago the land became a lot for impounded trucks after Co-op City community leaders and elected officials had proposed and campaigned to have the land used for a new recreational center for youth and adults from the community and the east Bronx region.

The impound lot sits on the south side of Bartow Avenue between Red Lobster to the east and a senior citizen residence to the west.

BY BILL STUTTIG

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President’s Report (See page 2)

Zoning Glitch Leads To Rally Against Obtrusive Billboards

Cooperators Unite Against Monster LED Signage At Bartow & Baychester Ave. “We are angry and not taking it anymore,” was the message loudly and clearly voiced at the Tuesday, January 23rd Cooperators United meeting held in the Bartow Center.

The meeting, led by co-chair of Cooperators United, Sonia Maxwell, was called to address a growing and major concern of the community – the huge LED signs at the corner of Bartow and Baychester Avenues in a hastily constructed Seven-Eleven mini-mall.

“We have to come together as a community to realize what is going on around us,” said Ms. Maxwell. “We were shocked to learn that Co-op City was not rezoned so we would not have this problem and we asked our officials to please get on that.”

(Continued on page 3) Ms. Maxwell said

BY LAURETTA JAYSURA

A New York City zoning oversight that occurred more than half-a-century ago has led to a full-blown controversy over whether the owners of a stilldeveloping mini-mall can erect huge lighted billboards on their property.

BY BILL STUTTIG

City Councilman Andy King leads angry Co-op City residents in a protest against the electronic billboards at the southwest end of the community which disturb hundreds of residents on a nightly basis as evidenced by the photos above, one from Building 15B and the other from Building 19.

(Continued on page 4) Photo by Brandon Ortiz

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Community Advocacy Involves All Shareholders

Dear Fellow Shareholders, Service Commission, including Standby Rates, Reliability President’s Message We have many capital projects about to start as we Credits, and Community Solar, discourage the efficient use continue to address some of the many infrastructure of our 40MW Cogeneration Facility and impose significant issues that plague Co-op City. As shareholders, I believe costs upon our affordable housing community. We would President like the State to work with us to develop alternative policies. it is important to provide you with a summarized status MTA/Metro North/DOT Traffic Study – We would like the MTA report of these projects. to restore three express bus routes to their original routes and schedules The elevator project has completed the RFP (Request for Proposal) (Bx26, Bx28 and QBx1) and extend the BxM7 to Wall Street during process, and the Board will receive a first read of the resolution in February. rush hours. In addition, Metro North announced plans to open a new Final vote will take place in March, followed by HCR approval process train station adjacent to our community. We would like to be included in which can take several months. Projected start date looks like September.

6, 18, 23 and 25 are in the most severe planning related to traffic control, parking and commercial development.

The porticos in Buildings need of repair to stop the seepage of water into the basement. The Board (See page 2 of the January 13, 2018 issue of the Co-op City Times has approved the contract and we are waiting for HCR approval. Manfor the full letter to Lt. Governor Kathy Hochul.) agement plans to start the project in the Spring.

There are two current situations I take strong issue with and will work to Renovation of the Dreiser auditorium is estimated to begin mid-year change. First, the developer who has no problem with placing bright LED after asbestos that has been identified is removed. Management has hired a conbillboards and a 300-foot-high billboard on Bartow Avenue in front of a residential specs for asbestos removal, as well as application of new building. The developer informed representatives of this community that he does not sultant to prepare bid fire proofing material. We are also finalizing design scope of the renovation and care what we do, he is moving forward with his billboards! We must write, email, will bid that project separately. phone, boycott and physically protest this invasion into our community. Today, it In the Dreiser Mall on the west side opposite Building 3, there is currently a affects Building 15; tomorrow, it could be your building. deep step that did not exist prior to the current brick and cement work – part of Second, the City of New York has plans to build a $60 million animal shelter on city-owned property that was historically set to be a needed community centhe design concept approved by our previous management. Myself, along with ter for Co-op City. We are a “No Pet” community, except for comfort dogs with several Board directors, found this to be unacceptable and requested that it be documentation; we do not need an animal shelter, we need a community center! corrected. Management has already bid out the work to have that breezeway If $60 million can be budgeted for an animal shelter, then budget $120 million slope down to the sidewalk. for a state-of-the-art community center like the one built in Chelsea. We cannot On Local Law 11, the Board approved an engineer to supervise the project allow the development of land around this community to dictate our quality of and we are awaiting HCR approval. Management has completed the bid for the life. As a large voting bloc, our concerns and needs must be recognized. Please scaffold work and will be coming to the Board for approval of a recommended vendor to hang scaffold for the inspection of Sections 1-4. An engineer is workget involved and stay tuned, there will be more to come. ing on specifications for the remediation work in Section 5 while we await HCR Rest assured that this Board will continue to stay focused and work with Manapproval of its contract. If everything breaks our way, work should begin in Secagement to improve efficiencies, provide gold standard services and protect our tion 5 by September. Local Law 11 is a long process and we will keep the comquality of life. Our approach of proactive analysis, efficient operations and improved contracts and bidding processes will allow Riverbay to meet our needs munity updated as we progress. at a cost as low as possible. With pride and dedication, I continue to serve you, The Bellamy basketball courts will be ready for use by spring time. The only remaining work is to paint the courts. my fellow shareholders, at your pleasure. Thank you!

The Board has approved the contract for the removal of the T-beams in the garages and we are awaiting HCR approval. Management hopes to start that work in the spring.

This is a very aggressive agenda to upkeep and maintain our property. With a fiftyyear-old infrastructure, we have many components that we will need to continue to repair, update or reconstruct. However, being proactive is much less costly than being reactionary. As the old commercial saying goes, “Pay me now, or pay me later.”

Advocacy for Co-op City On Tuesday, January 9, 2018, New York State Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul visited this community to share the message of the Governor’s State of the State address. Prior to her public appearance, the Board and Management met with her to share concerns we have related to state issues. Among our top priorities are: HCR – As a NYS Mitchell-Lama cooperative, Co-op City is regulated by the State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (HCR). However, because of Co-op City’s unique needs, regulatory change could eliminate the inequitable cost existing elderly residents have to pay if they wish to downsize their apartments, and could streamline and modernize the bidding process for our significant capital improvement program.

PSC – Current rate design and energy policies implemented by the State Public

Linda Berk

Shareholders Attend Rally Against All-Night Lighted Signs At Thursday’s rally in front of the property at 500 Baychester Avenue, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto points to a 300-feet mono-pole where the owner intends to install more LED advertising signs whose lights have been keeping shareholders up at night.

Councilman Andy King reported at the rally that work on the new pole has been halted as the city’s Board of Standards and Appeals considers the matter. A public hearing is scheduled for February 27 at 10 a.m. at 22 Reade Street, Spector Hall, New York, NY 10007. Community residents are encouraged to attend and express their concerns and opinions about these intrusive signs.

Photo by Brandon Ortiz

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that she, along with others, were incensed to learn that the developer would not come and speak with the community and at the same time, expect the community to patronize his business.

“He is basically saying the zoning on does not want to be bothered and he is right next door to a residential community!” exclaimed Ms. Maxwell. “This is

tity of their apartments, especially at nights when the lights continue to flash different colors throughout the overnight hours. While some complained of not being able to sleep, others were concerned about the nature of the advertising being displayed just blocks away from Education Park where young people attend school.

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Secondly, Mr. Cruz said that the other fact as it relates in this case is the little known “As of Right” law.

Mr. Cruz encouraged cooperators to contact him as another shareholder had who was, in fact, the first to call him regarding her concerns about the impact a hotel and the mini-mall would have on her neighborhood. He said that he will help wherever he can.

CB #10 Ad-Hoc Co-op City Committee Meeting The Ad Hoc Co-op City Committee of Community Board 10 will be meeting on Monday, Jan. 29, at 7:30 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium A, 177 Dreiser Loop. All are invited to attend, including community leaders, houses of worship and organizations, building/townhouse leaders and Co-op City merchants.

Combatting The Winter Blues On Wednesday, January 31st in the Dreiser Community Center, room 1, from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., guest speaker and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Eric J. Padol will be speaking on mental wellness and suicide prevention methods. There will be time allotted for a question and answer period following Dr. Padol’s presentation.

This event, sponsored by the Riverbay Disabilities & Accomodations Committee (DAAC) as part of its bi-monthly Speaker Series, is open to all age groups. Come get tips on mental wellness, feeling alone, suicide prevention and seasonal affective disorder (SAD).

Admission is free and light refreshments will be served.

For more information, email Board Director Andrea Leslie, chair of DAAC, at aleslie@riverbayboard .com.

Black History Month Celebration Assemblyman Michael R. Benedetto announces that his Black History Month celebration will be held on Thursday, February 15 in the Dreiser Auditorium.

Assemblyman Jeff Aubrey of Queens will serve as the guest speaker and three Co-op City residents will receive achievement awards.

The evening’s festivities will include a buffet dinner, entertainment and dancing. In the coming weeks, there will be an announcement outlining the process to obtain a ticket to this free, limited event, as well as the time it will start.

Building and townhouse presidents met with Matt Cruz, district manager of CB #10 and Councilman Andy King on Tuesday night at a meeting of Cooperartors United to discuss a plan of action to deal with the large lighted signs at 500 Baychester and Bartow Avenues.

Photo by Lauretta Jaysura

absolute uncaring for the community.” sleep at night; I have to close my Ms. Maxwell said that she also blinds to keep out the light. This is a mentioned at the meeting that Chase residential, working class commuBank in the Peartree Mall is moving nity, don’t they care?” to Bay Plaza and she has inquired Other shareholders questioned, about that parcel of land on which the “Developers look at their long range bank sits which is privately owned. (profit); where do we fit in?”

In addition to the building and “It’s been terrible,” said Sandy townhouse presidents who comprise Krasnove, a resident on the 11th Cooperators United, the meeting also floor of Building 15B and president drew a large number of shareholders, of the building association. “People neighborhood leaders, members of have been complaining about the Community Board 10, and several light and the fact that they can’t sleep members of the Riverbay Board of Diat nights. I think they should shut the rectors. Also answering the call for lights down at 10 p.m. and they can support was local Councilman Andy turn it back on at 6 or 7 a.m. so peoKing. ple can sleep.”

Co-chair Joe Boiko opened the meetIt was a spirited meeting which ing with news of recent announcements saw Riverbay Board of Directors from the Office of NYC Mayor Bill de President Linda Berk dashing beBlasio which revealed several projects tween two meetings to make it clear on the drawing board for the east Bronx, that she is behind the fight and very including Co-op City, namely an animal much in support of “downzoning” shelter and a six-story Hilton Hotel. and doing whatever needs to be done Hearing this information for the first to rid this community of this eyesore. time, some shareholders were not happy Invited guest speaker CB10 Disand many questioned how this can haptrict Manager Matt Cruz informed the pen. However, nothing garnered their cooperators that the problem is basiire like the LED signage at Lot 500 on cally two-fold – the city neglected to Bartow Avenue. “down-zone” the lot which is currently “It is a slap in the face to this comzoned as a C-7 as it was originally munity and disrespectful,” said Mr. when the area was home to an amusement park, Freedom Land. As a result, Boiko, a long-time shareholder and Riverbay’s director of Special Projects. this type of signage is allowed legally.

However, since 1961, the City never Mr. Boiko reported that during the recent Christmas holiday season, the “down-zoned” the area. Moreover, Mr. Cruz said there is currently a court developers of the min-mall, Baycase involving the third sign which is chester Retail, brought in huge cranes an even bigger one and stands higher which blocked off two lanes of traffic at the intersection on Christmas eve, than the buildings in Co-op City and which is soon to be operational, if not the busiest shopping day of all for this stopped. Mr. Cruz stated that he community, creating havoc and a trafwould report back to the community fic nightmare to an already congested on the results of this case. He added area, showing a total disregard for this that although voluntary, Community community.

Board #10 is ready to be part of any Shareholders expressed their disnegotiating team to help resolve this pleasure at the disruptions the lighted matter. signs have been causing in the sanc-

Councilman King, for his part, stated that he has already been in meetings with city agencies regarding the signage issue and agreed to be part of any and all negotiating teams, to contact any city agency necessary in order to get the message out that speaks up for our community.

“It is important to know what our options are and how your life has been impacted by this latest event,” the councilman said, adding that our zoning laws are old and they have to be changed.

After much back and forth, Building 9 executive board member Linda Collins called for “organizing now” and immediately a plan of action was adopted effective the very next day – protest and picket, Riverbay phone tree, make calls to the management office at 347-850-7446 and to 3-1-1 to file a complaint with the city, contact the media, tell your neighbor and, most of all, continue the fight.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Ms. Maxwell thanked everyone for their attendance, participation and support.

A protest rally in front of the location at 500 Baychester Avenue was scheduled for Thursday, Jan. 25 at 3 p.m.

“Although the weather is expected to be pretty bad, I told everyone if they can get there, get there. The community has to realize this is for everyone,” stated Ms. Maxwell.

(See coverage of rally on page 1 of this issue.)

TEXTING WHILE DRIVING IS AGAINST THE LAW. DON’T DO IT!

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Billboard Rally

The sign stands hundreds of feet in the air and shines in all directions, including into the apartments of hundreds of Co-op City residents whose windows face south.

While the erection of electronic billboard signs are not permitted in residential and most commercial districts, the small tract of land on which the mini-mall sits is zoned as C-7, a special zoning designation allowing for the development of amusement parks.

Matthew Cruz, district manager of Community Board 10, was asked how such a small parcel of land can have amusement park zoning, and he said that the C-7 zoning dates back more than 50 years ago when Freedomland was developed and operated. By the mid-60s, the innovative amusement park was out of business and much of the huge area of land where it sat was rezoned appropriate for its new use. Co-op City was rezoned residential and the land where Bay Plaza now sits was rezoned commercial 3 and 4, appropriate for the development of a shopping center.

But the zoning for that small parcel of land at Baychester and Bartow Avenues was never rezoned and never thought of as it operated for many years as the site of a service station and convenience store.

When the service station left, the lot was taken over by Baychester Retail III LLC.

Calls to the owner by the Co-op City Times asking if he was willing to work with the community regarding their concerns were not returned as of this newspaper’s press deadline.

However, the C-7 zoning is very unique in New York City as it is the only commercial zoning which permits the uses of electronic billboards erected multiple stories into the air. Some manufacturing zones permit such billboards, such as the one that currently sits of the opposite side of I-95 from Bay Plaza.

CB #10 District Manager Cruz said the only other C-7 zoning in New York City is in Coney Island, Brooklyn, the home of the world-famous Cyclone rollercoaster, Astroland and other amusement attractions – a more than appropriate zoning designation for that area.

But the east Bronx has not seen an amusement attraction since the early ‘60s and nothing is planned for the foreseeable future as far as we know.

Besides, the tract of land that is still zoned C-7 is hardly big enough to hold a carousel never mind an amusement park.

Nevertheless, the new owner, while not saying as much publicly – seemed to be well aware of the C-7 zoning and the special rights it allows. The revenue produced from selling advertising on such electronic signs can far outpace whatever revenue may be generated from leasing a handful of small retail spaces.

Two electronic signs are already up, including a three-sided electronic billboard with rotating messages that currently seems to be in test mode except for one whiskey advertisement that appears at regular intervals. A shorter sign sits at the east end of the small property and faces Baychester Avenue. But the biggest concern of residents is the large round monopole that sits in the middle of the property that many fear will rise even above the existing electronic billboard and impact and disturb even more residents once it is completed, with numerous signs and ads

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flashing throughout the overnight hours daily.

Leon Tulton, a resident of Building 19, which is more than three blocks from the mini-mall, said that the constant rotating electronic messages on the one operating sign shines into both he and his wife’s bedroom, and the bedroom of their 11 year-old daughter. Closing the blinds helps some, he said, but they don’t shut out the flashing lights completely, disturbing his daughter as she tries to do her homework or sleep.

Sonja Maxwell, the long-time president of Co-op City’s Cooperator’s United, made the disturbing electronic billboards the chief focus of her organization’s meeting on Tuesday evening (see related story on page 1.) She said that owners have been unwilling to meet or even talk with the community about its concerns. She added that if they don’t, a communitywide boycott of that shopping center will be organized quickly. Ms. Maxwell said the community is hoping that the owners will be forced to take down the signs by government agencies overseeing these matters. But, in the meantime, she said, the community would like to see the sign shut off between the hours of 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. and it would like to have some say over the content of the ads displayed on the signs, adding that the existing whiskey advertisement is not appropriate for a property that sits just a few blocks from five separate schools.

Ms. Maxwell said that the unique zoning status of that property is no excuse for why the billboards were allowed to be erected in the first place, claiming that elected officials, Riverbay officials and community board members should have acted on

the matter prior to it getting to this point.

Councilman Andy King is currently working to introduce a resolution in the City Council that would immediately change the zoning on the property to a more appropriate commercial designation and thereby force the owners to remove the signs or else be in violation of the law.

He said about the C-7 zoning: “Someone forgot about this stretch here and that includes the Men’s Warehouse building as well so if someone purchases that, they can do something egregious as well. So my goal is to have this property downzoned from a C-7, or even if you are in a commercial strip and it is a C7 and you are in close proximity to a neighborhood, then there are new rules that will downzone what you signage can have as well.”

The councilman said that his other goal is to

make sure that this development is not grandfathered into the old zoning requirement if and when he is successful at getting it changed.

A 3 p.m. rally outside the mini-mall Thursday afternoon drew approximately 100 angry Co-op City residents holding protest signs and chanting, “Take it down,” among other slogans. Councilman King told the gathering that construction on the big sign has been stopped and is now under the consideration of the city’s Board of Standards and Appeals. He said a public hearing on the matter will be held on February 27 and he urged the community to attend and participate.

Thursday’s rally was attended by many community leaders who spoke out against the proliferation of billboards, including Board Director and Co-op City NAACP President Jerome Rice who called the obtrusive offensive signage “a showing of disrespect to the community.”

Bishop Angel Rosario called the liquor advertisements a significant detriment to the community that cannot be allowed to continue. Others who spoke, including Board Directors Leslie Peterson and Bernie Cylich, called on the owner of the property to meet with the community and understand residents’ legitimate concerns.

Sandy Krasnove, who lives on the 11th floor in Building 15B, said the lights from the existing signage constantly shine in her home each evening, disturbing her peace.

James Payne of the Building 17 Association said he has heard from many residents in his building who, like him, have to deal with the incessant flickering lights from the sign each evening. Mr. Payne said: “When you are trying to watch TV in your home, the sign is always blinking. It is a pain in the neck. This is a family neighborhood. We don’t need this. This is defacing the neighborhood.”

Iris Alicea, a resident of the north end of the community, said she is not directly affected by the signage, but decided to join in the protest because if this is allowed to happen on Bartow Avenue, she fears the same thing can soon happen at the Peartree Mall.

Fernando Garcia, a resident of the community for 32 years, said: “This is a quiet, residential neighborhood and now we have this big mall making it so hard for us to move around. We do not want to become Times Square or the Vegas Strip. We have to do something.”

Councilman King added later in the rally that residents in Co-op City, like everywhere, have a basic right to the peaceful sanctuary of their homes.

One requirement to erecting such billboards is that they be more than 200 feet from an existing highway, in this case I-95.

In correspondence with elected officials, District Manager Cruz revealed that city’s Department of Buildings has ruled that the signs are more than 200 feet from the highway. Mr. Cruz has suggested to elected and government officials that the New York State Thruway Authority be contacted to make a determination into if the signs are indeed 200-feet from its property, noting that the fence line for the Thruway is just across Baychester Avenue from the mini-mall’s billboards, a distance far less than 200 feet.

Councilman King said before Thursday’s rally that he is in contact with the Department of Buildings and the city and state transportation agencies to make sure that the laws governing signage near highways are upheld to the letter of the law and that means from the border of the greenspace surrounding the highway, not just the highway itself.

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Building 10 Association

Hello, neighbors, It seems like yesterday we were celebrating the holidays and here we are almost a month into the new year. Time is truly fleeting.

Please remember that our first General Membership Meeting will be held this Tuesday, January 30, at 7 p.m. in the Bldg. 10 Assn. room (rear lobby of Bldg.

10B). There will be no guest speaker at the meeting, but we have a full agenda planned which includes a recap of association activities and events held in 2017 and plans for 2018. With almost 500 families in residence, we hope to have a massive turnout at this meeting. New shareholders are definitely welcome. We encourage you to come out, meet your Bldg. 10 neighbors and share your ideas for making your association more cohesive. Light refreshments will be served.

Once again, it has been noted and reported that a number of residents are disposing their bulk trash in corners of the basement by the elevators and not in the "Ash Cart" designated area as required. Residents are also leaving large boxes/cartons on the floor of compactor rooms. Not only is this inconsiderate to your neighbors and an inconvenience for workers tasked with collecting garbage, but it's also a violation of the rules (which we know some feel are meant to be broken). We caution you against continuing this negative behavior. This is a new year. Let's try to start it off right by doing the right thing.

Building 10 Mission Statement – The overall goal of the Building 10 Association is to continually seek improvements in the quality of life for Building 10 cooperators and their families. The mission of the Building 10 Association Board is to be advocates for the Riverbay Corporation and for Building 10 cooperators and families. We will seek opportunities to source information that will be useful to its members and plan for activities that will enhance the life and well-being of all.

Food for thought: Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do. –John Wooden, October 14, 1910 - June 4, 2010 Have an awesome week.

—Carol Campbell Greetings.

When there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.

The Building 9 Association Executive Board has an IDEA: Information, Diversity, Empowerment and Advancement (for all).

Community Board 10 met on Thursday, January 18th at Villa Barone. Some discussion centered on the size and height of the neon signs located at the Bartow and Baychester Avenue mini-mall, the level of services provided at area hospitals such as the need for additional beds, needed staffing increases, the need to decrease emergency room waiting times, etc.

The 45th Pct. has assigned an additional patrol vehicle during the evening shift and the overnight shift in response to a recent crime spike in Co-op City.

The newly opened Diabetic Relief Center in the Bronx is planning to roll out a new approach to monitoring diabetic treatment. More information will follow as it becomes available.

The 2018 Association Executive Board has met. We have developed a tentative 2018 schedule of events. We will meet with our volunteers this upcoming week.

Today is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. In light of the current political climate, we would all do well to reflect on the politics, signs, warnings and lessons of that great atrocity. In honor of the day, the Building 9 Association event committee will present 'The Zookeeper's Wife' movie as our January social event. Please join us tonight at 7 p.m.

Our February membership meeting is scheduled for Thursday, the 8th, at 7 p.m. We are in the process of securing a guest speaker for February's meeting as has become our custom.

Please check, regularly, our lobby bulletin boards for relevant information about our meetings, social events, fundraisers, the Section 2 Alliance Summer Family Fun Day event, etc.

Please be considerate of your neighbors when using our laundry facilities; remove your clothes promptly upon completion of the cycle. Please observe the directional signage when driving in our garage, safety first. Please do not litter in our buildings, grounds, garages and streets. Clean up after your dogs. We can do better.

"Chance favors the prepared mind." –Louis Pasteur —Linda Collins

Building 9 Association

Correcting an Oversight

To Mr. Leroy Moorhead and Mr. Stewart Edwards, please accept my sincerest apologies for omitting your names from amongst the stellar Contracts and Compliance Committee members. You were both as integral to the process, during the two years of my leadership, as anyone. Please charge the oversight to my head and not my heart.

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

Matthew Miller Wins Big at International Martial Arts Competition

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Last Saturday, January 20th, Martial Arts competitors from all over the United States and other countries converged in Chicago at the Hyatt Regency Center to participate in the nation’s oldest, largest and most prestigious Martial Arts tournament in the United States.

Co-op City resident Matthew Miller, age 15, representing the Martial Way Kung-fu Center here in Co-op City, under the enthused owner, founder and Master instructor Sabonmin Christopher Robinson, attended and competed. With competition heavy and fierce, Black belt holder Matthew Miller won: 1st Place in the Black Belt Sparring Division; 1st Place in the Black Belt Traditional weapons Division and 2nd Place in the Black Belt Traditional kata (Forms) Division.

Matthew lost First Place in the Black Belt Forms Matthew Miller Division by a tenth of a percentage point because he was penalized for going over the time limit by 2-3 seconds, therefore, losing out on a trifecta.

Matthew did not qualify to vie for any Grand Championships because he is not a member of NASKA (a national Japanese Karate federation where members are rated and ranked nationally and even internationally). We are looking into or maybe considering joining NASKA or KRANE (another national rating and ranking Martial arts federation). Matthew is losing out by not being a member of these major Martial Arts organizations.

Matthew’s next stop is on Saturday, January 27th at the Tropicana Hotel in Atlantic City where he will be competing at the War On The Shore Martial Arts Tournament in the morning, and then in the evening, the Ultimate Destination For Martial Arts/Action Martial Arts Magazine And Hall Of Honors where Matthew will be honored with an award, along with his father, Michael Miller, and many others at its annual banquet, as “Male Competitor Of The Year.”

Michael Miller will receive an award for his “Dedication To The Martial Arts.”

It will certainly be a grand and exciting evening for both Matthew and his father, Michael. Major martial artists from all over the United States, Martial Arts Film Stars, other movie and television stars, pro wrestlers from the WWE and other celebrities will be on hand presenting the awards.

—Michael Miller

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Letters to the Editor

Skewed Perspective To the Editor: My family, like many others, moved from the Bronx to the suburbs on Long Island. They were poor working class, but somehow managed to scrape up the money to make the move. Looking back, I now see it was to keep me from going to school with Black kids.

As a child, I didn’t know that Black people were prohibited from buying a house in our new neighborhood. I grew up singing in the choir of the Presbyterian Church, attending Sunday School, and listening to two sermons every Sunday.

We were taught the Presbyterian Church invented America. America and the Constitution were God’s will, brought to fruition. All my classmates were socially conditioned similarly. It was not so much “white was right,” but white was all you saw as a kid on Long Island.

It is not a surprise to read some Letters to the Editor championing the status quo from a white perspective: searching for scapegoats, rather than solutions. As adults, many continue to unquestionably believe what they were taught as children.

One of those beliefs is that government should be limited. This is what

limited government ideology has given us: slavery; Jim Crow; anti-Union laws; suppression of the rights of women, immigrants, and minorities; and an unbridled financial system.

The 1929 collapse of the unregulated free market free-for-all brought our country to the brink of a socialist revolution, rescued only by regulations and the whites-only social safety net.

The 2008 collapse led to renewed bank regulation and consumer and environmental protections, regulations and protections that are currently being rolled back. Drug companies charge whatever they want, the justice system is broken, the Social Safety Net is under attack. (Did you know that 17% of the national debt was siphoned from and owed to the Social Security Trust Fund?)

Regulation, deregulation, collapse.

Repeat.

Limited government is a morally bankrupt belief system. Its followers would take funds from social services to pay for a military that enforces the unofficial one-world order, aka globalism. Yes, globalism has been around for centuries. It used to be called colonialism.

—Kelly Canzoneri

One Year Later To the Editor: We knew what Trump would bring to our country, but we had no idea what we would bring to it.

We’ve become an awakening population that more fully believes that love trumps hate, character trumps skin color, self-worth trumps wealth, cooperation trumps competition, and together, we trump Trump — not just the man, but the entire ideology, an ideology that insists on maintaining second-class citizenship.

There is so much more to fight for and 2018 is a very, very important year to do that fighting.

Get involved, stay involved. Read this paper, read the locals. Join a community organization. Encourage like-minded people. Donate to progressive candidates, women candidates, candidates of color. Donate not just money, but time as well. And vote, Vote, VOTE. Those are our marching orders: stand up for ourselves, protect the vulnerable, and practice tolerance, Tolerance, TOLERANCE. —Mary Pearson

Revised Second Reading – Resolution #17-83 SUBMITTED BY: Francine Jones SECONDED BY: Kevin Lambright BOARD OF DIRECTORS, MEETING DATED: January 17th, 2018

WHEREAS, Riverbay’s Restoration Department uses Henry 660 Floor Adhesive for installation of Wood & VCT floors; and WHEREAS, Procurement sent out thirteen (13) request for proposals for bid 3222, Purchase of Henry 660 Floor Adhesive; and WHEREAS, five bids were received and evaluated and Home Depot proposed the lowest cost of $87.00 per 4 gallon pail; and WHEREAS, Riverbay will order approximately 4,793 pails over a two year period with the capability to order more or less according to the needs of the Flooring Department; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager recommends the contract be awarded to Home Depot as the lowest responsible bidder (recommendation and spreadsheet attached).

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that Riverbay enter into a 2 year Contract #3222 with The Home Depot for a cost of $417,000.00 plus tax be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution 85-16 and as amended by Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period.

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

Board of Directors Resolution 95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YES: Berk, Cylich, Feliciano, Johnson, Jones, Lambright, Leslie, Peterson, Richardson, Rice, Sampson, Saunders, Williams ABSENT: Jenkins, Turner PASSED *Note: Resolution 17-83 is reprinted to reflect change to the maker.

Construction/Restoration/Power Plant Committee Meeting

The Riverbay Board’s Construction/Restoration/ Power Plant Committee will meet on Thursday, February 1, in room 26A of the Bartow Committee Center. All members are invited to attend.

First Vice President Bernard Cylich chairs the Construction/Restoration/Power Plant Committee.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 8 Building 8

Current Lease Expiration Date

New 3 yr.

Expiration Date

Building 8 100 DeKruif Place

April 30, 2018

April 30, 2021

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Public Safety Report

CCPD Offers Tips For Safeguarding Your Auto

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO Co-op City has eight garages which offer parking for most residents who reside in the community. Most major garage construction projects have been completed, allowing residents the opportunity to park their vehicles in the Co-op City garages. Some residents may have been called from a waiting list while others are still waiting for their desired garage. For persons who are new to parking in the garages or those who would like to brush up on garage etiquette and safety, we provide these safety tips.

Auto crimes are often crimes of opportunity. The criminal may observe packages or other valuables inside your vehicle and choose to break into your vehicle. Try to avoid leaving packages in your auto even when shopping. If this is unavoidable, place packages in the trunk and move your vehicle to another parking spot. Garage safety is important not only here in Co-op City, but in all areas you may travel to.

Nationwide thefts of handheld global positioning systems (G.P.S. devices) have been on the rise. If you own one of these devices, never leave it in your auto. Even under the seat or in the glove compartment are not safe options. Be sure to remove the windshield bracket from the window. Carry window cleaning wipes to remove the telltale circles from the windshield caused by the G.P.S. mounting bracket. Also remove any plug-in adaptors from your auxiliary jack and close the jack cover when leaving your vehicle parked. It may just be a phone charger, but the criminal may think something more valuable is stashed in your vehicle. Aside from stealing your items, thieves will cause damage gaining entry to your vehicle.

There have been recent incidents of thefts of wheels and tires of autos parked on the streets in Co-op City and surrounding areas. Quick action by Co-op City Department of Public Safety Officers stopped the thieves in progress and provided information which may lead to arrests. Residents can keep their autos safe by adding wheel locks to their wheels, most effectively, more than one lock utilizing different brands of locks. Calls by observant cooperators have been instrumental in this type of theft.

Parking in the garages offers residents a safer and more dependable option than street parking. Co-op City’s eight garages are patrolled 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year by the Public Safety Department. The Department of Public Safety offers these safety tips and requests the assistance of residents in keeping the garages as safe as possible.

Co-op City’s eight garages have all exits locked with entry by key only for authorized persons who possess garage leases. The exits on all four corners, as well as front and rear doors require a key to gain access. It is most important that residents make certain they close and lock the doors behind themselves.

Garage parkers should also try not to open the door for anyone they do not know. It may seem rude not to hold the door, but granting access to persons who are not authorized presents a hazard to authorized parkers and their property.

It is essential that persons who park their vehicles in any of Co-op City’s parking facilities adhere to all traffic and safety rules. Speed limits must be obeyed at all times. Arrows and posted signs directing the flow of traffic must be followed at all times. Up and down ramps must only be utilized for their intended direction. Even a short distance down an up-ramp or up a down-ramp with a turn into oncoming traffic

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also be reported. Even if you see something that just can have disastrous consequences. What may seem does not seem right, it is best to call immediately. like a shortcut can easily become a head-on collision Your intuition that something is wrong usually is or worse. just that and is always worth investigating. ResiUse caution not to hit walls or other cars when dents whose windows face the roof of a garage have parking or pulling out of your spot. Always leave your tires facing straight ahead so there are no suroften called in suspicious activity around vehicles. prises when exiting your spot. Use care and courtesy Observations by residents have yielded many arrests over the years. When vigilant residents report suspiwhen opening your doors when parked next to other cious activities to us, patterns of auto crimes are vehicles. Garage rules and regulations are enforced readily identified and put to an end with the arrest of by the Co-op City Department of Public Safety, as the person(s) responsible. Active involvement by well as the Parking Facilities Department 24 hours a residents allows auto crime rates within Co-op City day, 7 days a week. Speed bumps have also been to remain among the lowest in the city. The Co-op added to garages to slow traffic down.

It is also important to insure that parkers do not City Department of Public Safety would therefore park in a reserved spot or a handicapped spot. Both like to thank all persons who have called in to report suspicious activity. garages #5 and #7 have reserved parking on the secOn a related note, please be sure to buckle your ond floor, in addition to the first floor and the ramps seatbelt and avoid distractions when driving. Texleading to the second floor. Illegal parking subjects ting or speaking on a cell phone greatly increases the vehicle to the risk of being towed or having a your chance of being involved in a motor vehicle Community Complaint issued. There are some addiaccident. If you plan to consume alcoholic bevertional handicapped spots being added to some of the garages. Please look on the ground for a reserved ages, be sure to designate a driver who will not drink spot or a handicapped designation before parking in or call a taxi. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department a space. of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at The Co-op City Department of Public Safety deploys uniformed officers in vehicles, in scooters, www.ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. on bicycles and on foot to patrol garages. Garage Co-op City is a diverse community with people patrols are conducted around the clock. Foot sweeps of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons of garages allow officers to conduct thorough and should remember to respect each other and embrace methodical inspections. Detectives in plain clothes are also utilized to patrol the garages. Video surveiltheir differences. Don’t forget to say hello to your lance is also in use within the garages. Upgrading neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Co-op City strives to accommodate and expansion of video surveillance is ongoing. If all persons. As Stevie Wonder said at the Grammys, you are ever involved in a motor vehicle accident in the garage, be sure to notify NYPD and the Depart- “We need to make every single thing accessible to every person with a disability.” It is also important ment of Public Safety immediately. Failure to do so to remember that not all disabilities are visible. can result in an arrest and/or suspension of garage parking privileges.

Someone who appears to be healthy may have a Reports of suspicious persons or activities are physical or developmental disability. investigated promptly. Any persons observed in the garage may be asked to provide identification, STAR Credits Appear On Feb. including vehicle registration for a vehicle parked in the garage. Persons observed within the garages Carrying Charge Statements without a valid reason can be placed under arrest Eligible Co-op City shareholders who applied and receive a Universal Summons for Trespass. for the New York State School Tax Relief (STAR) Arrests can also be made for crimes including Grand Larceny Auto, Burglary or Possession of Property Tax Exemption for tax year 2017/2018 Burglars Tools. If the arrested person is a Co-op City before the March 15, 2017 deadline will share a resident, a Co-op City Community Complaint, total of $1,154,062 in credits as reflected on their which carries a monetary fine, can also be issued in Feb. 1, 2018 carrying charge statements. connection with the arrest.

The 2017/2018 credit for Basic STAR, which is It is most important that garage parkers notify the determined by the New York City Finance DepartDepartment of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050, 9-1-1 ment, is $96.64 per apartment, and $211.56 for Enhanced STAR. There are 8,171 households and the Garage Attendant if they observe any suspireceiving the credit this year. These are one time, cious persons or activity in the garages. Suspicious activity near vehicles parked on the street should once per year credits.

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com.

Please note that emails should be sent to both parties.

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails.

For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions.

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES

There are no new contract opportunities to list this week. Please check back again next week.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

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

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Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Assistant Secretary

Postal Lockers The United States Postal Service arranged with Riverbay Management to have two postal lockers installed in my Building, #20A. Each cabinet contains nine (9) lockers of varying sizes. Large packages that cannot fit in the mailbox will go into the locker and the locker key will be placed in your mailbox. This will eliminate the postal worker from having to redeliver a package again and you won’t have to make a trip to the post office to obtain your package. It appears to be working well. After the first weekend, all but two keys remained in the locker.

Lobby Doors I received a letter from a cooperator who was anxious to have the new lobby doors installed. I responded to her, stating that, last week the Board presented a resolution to improve the Chevron lobby doors, including making them more accessible for everyone and to make them ADA compliant. I expect this resolution to be voted on and passed next month. This job must be approved by the NY State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) before any work can begin. Management has estimated that the work should begin in the fall of this year.

Since the writer lives in a Chevron building, her building will be one of the first to be done.

Domestic Hot Water Shutdown Some cooperators questioned why the water shutdown date was changed from January 12th to January 15th in order for Riverbay’s Power Plant to replace a valve to the underground hot water system near 120 DeKruif Place (Building 7). Management has advised that they reconsidered the dates because while the affected buildings would temporarily lose hot water, the five schools in Educational Park would lose both hot water and heat. Therefore, they were faced with the choice of not providing heat and hot water to all the students on a school day or providing

Cooperators’ Concerns + More the residents with no hot water on the holiday. I trust that it was not too inconvenient for those without hot water for the day. However, I think you would have made the same decision.

Resolution 17-76 – Public Urination I voted against this resolution, but by no means, do I condone public urination. Cooperators and trespassers who hang out in and around our buildings and stairwells definitely should be issued a community complaint or summons for this violation. However, I voted against the resolution because I felt a $350 fine to be exorbitant.

While discussion ensued over this resolution, I thought about decent men with prostate problems and others employed as bus drivers and motor men who sometimes cannot make it to a restroom in time.

There are also “decent” homeless people going through hard times where it would be impossible to pay a $350 fine. I realize that this is a horrible thing to witness, but the punishment should not be overkill.

I would have supported a lesser fine. However, at this point, we await HCR’s approval.

Constitution Day The NAACP Co-op City Branch has designated January 28th as Constitution Day. The invited elected officials are NYC Councilman Andy King and NY State Senator Jamaal Bailey. I would like information regarding the impeachment process, gerrymandering, Community Board #10, etc. Do you have questions or comments? If so, please plan to attend.

If not, come anyhow in order to learn and support.

The starting time is 3:00 p.m. in the Einstein Community Center, 2nd Floor.

Black Film Festival Save the date and plan to attend the 21st Annual Black History Month Film Festival of the AfricanAmerican Association on Saturday, February 3rd beginning at noon in the Bartow Community Center, room 31. Admission is free.

The festival will begin with “Lest We Forget …”

This is a documentary by Gwen and Justin Ragsdale, curators of The Black Holocaust Museum of AfricanAmerican Slavery.

At approximately 2:00 p.m., there will be a com-

Greetings to all of our neighbors!

Our annual Holiday and Appreciation Party was held on Saturday, January 20. A great time was had by our neighbors and invited guests who joined in the party. Everyone enjoyed a nice selection of refreshments, beverages, music and dancing. Our association room was splendidly decorated in a “winter wonderland” theme. Kudos to our party planning committee members and decorators – Adelina Martinez, Shyla Graham, Carlyn Jones, Sonia DeCosta, Cecilia Jerrell, Joe Garnett and Carl Chambers. You did a great job!

Building 2 Association

Our Association Executive Board presented a beautiful plaque of appreciation to Carlyn Jones to thank her for her dedicated service and excellence in her role as secretary for our building association for the past 9 years.

Our next general association meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 13, at 7 p.m. in our meeting room located at the rear of Building 2B. Please come out and join us.

—Georgianna Rodriguez

memoration for comedian Dick Gregory by Omowale Clay of the December 12th Movement. Dick Gregory spoke “truth to power” as does Brother Omowale and his colleagues.

At about 3:30 p.m., the festival will present its final film, “Olympic Pride: American Prejudice,” featuring 18 Afrikan-American Olympians. These athletes defied Hitler and Jim Crow racism to win hearts and medals at the 1936 Summer Games in Berlin, Germany.

Invite your family, friends and neighbors for an afternoon of edu-tainment and to support an organization that supports our community. All are welcome.

Admission is FREE. Protest March A year after millions of people turned out for the Women’s March to protest President Trump’s inauguration, demonstrators gathered on Saturday, January 20th in cities across the country to express their disappointment with #45 and his administration’s policies.

It was estimated that more than 200,000 protesters marched in New York to protest powerful men abusing women. This issue has pushed activists to demand deeper social and political change. Progressive women are eager to build on the movement and translate their enthusiasm into electoral victories in this year’s midterm elections.

Government Shutdown At midnight, January 19th, the government shut down because the U.S. President and Congress failed to pass appropriations legislation to fund government operations and agencies. According to reports, #45 reneged on an agreement that would have resolved the impasse. Consequently, as of now, nonessential government departments are closed. Hopefully, this stalemate will be resolved by the time you read this viewpoint.

Contact Make a commitment to attend your building association meetings. Should you wish to share your thoughts, you may write to me at: Riverbay Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or email: fjones@riverbayboard.com or call: 718671-5957.

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Repeal Of Net Neutrality On Quality Of Life

Included in the Lifeline-decimating proposals that were approved by the FCC vote are initiatives which would limit carrier participation (a move which would adversely affect approximately 75% Assistant Treasurer of current Lifeline participants, or 8.5 million Americans); restrict voice service support to only The Federal Communications Commission low-income households in rural areas; install a life(FCC) passed a proposal which jeopardizes over 12 time cap on Lifeline recipients; and place an overall million low-income Americans’, including seniors’ budget cap on the Lifeline program. Especially hard hit by the new Lifeline rules are Native Americans. & veterans,’ access to telephone services The Lifeline Telecom Service, which was sched- Tribes will see their subsidies immediately cut and uled to be expanded to include broadband internet their lands redefined so they may not qualify for the service over the next 5 years is now threatened. This program. These changes were made without consulting the tribal governments. In a landscape where can affect both seniors and veterans. the distance to the nearest services is miles away, The Issue On November 16, 2017, the Federal Communi- telephone is a lifeline, and this move will devastate cations Commission (FCC) voted to support pro- many of our first American families. Many of the posals promoted by Chairman Ajit Pai, which will new Lifeline rules will now be open to public comdramatically curtail the Lifeline program. The Life- ment before being made permanent. The exceptions line program was initiated in 1985 by President are the proposals aimed at Native Americans; those Ronald Reagan to help bring telecommunication changes are immediate. capabilities to all Americans and to provide subsiLifeline has provided families with a pathway out dized basic phone service for low-income con- of poverty and has been a critical component of sumers. Lifeline is a program that has worked: the making tele-communications affordable for more percentage of low-income households with phone Americans. According to survey data, the typical service has increased from 80% in 1985 when Life- Lifeline subscriber makes just $14,000 per year. It is line began, to nearly 92% in 2011. In 2005, the Life- because of Lifeline that more American seniors can line program was expanded by President George W. call their loved ones, neighbors, or emergency servBush to include wireless service. Beginning in ices in the event of a mishap. Lifeline allows subDecember 2017, the Lifeline Program was sched- scribers to speak with their child’s educators. It is uled to transition from telephone-only to include because of Lifeline that workers can stay on top of broadband Internet services within a five-year their fulltime, or multiple part-time, shift schedules. period. Currently, nearly 13 million low-income Lifeline has enabled veterans to access the health, Americans use Lifeline, only about one-third of educational, and financial benefits to which they are those who are eligible for the program. entitled. For low-income families, a telephone is a

Director’s Viewpoint

Jerome L. Rice

key connection to education and economic opportunities, and safety during times of emergencies. The expansion to broadband would have helped these low-income Americans not only stay in touch; it would have helped close the digital divide.

The “comment” period by which the FCC accepts input on these proposed changes before making them permanent was open through January 24, 2018.

Laundry Etiquette In regards to laundry issues, we still have some who are inconsiderate of others when they choose to leave their laundry unattended in the machines while they go shopping or are away for a ridiculous amount of time or those who transport their clothes in the laundry cart and then leave the cart on their floor for Maintenance to bring back to the laundry room. Should this behavior continue, a resolution would be put in place to resolve this matter.

Public Urination Resolution I am proud to support a resolution that will hold those fully accountable for urinating on CO-OP City grounds. While some have their reasons for not supporting this resolution, here are mine: How many times have you walked on the side or back of buildings and smell urination? How many times did you see urination in the staircases? Just in Section Five alone, there have been ongoing complaints of some undesirable person urinating in the bushes just outside the community center, while the public restrooms in the Einstein Community Center are open. Some may consider the penalty to be too harsh, or what about those with mental illness?

CCPD will handle this concern on a case-by-case basis. Enough is enough; if you get caught, you risk getting hit with a $350 fine. Stay tuned.

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Ghanaian Association

January General Meeting: The next general meeting will be on Saturday, January 27th, at the Einstein Community Center, room 38 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

2018 Program & Activities: Planning of the 2018 programs and activities is still on going. Four key priorities for this year are: build a stronger unified Ghanaian community, strengthen engagement in the Co-op City community activities, provide opportunities for members (for their families & especially the children) and provide social support. Please continue to share your wonderful ideas either through phone calls or on WhatsApp. Free Annual Registration: The annual registration for this year is currently ongoing. Please make sure to fill your registration form. Even if you were not as active as you wanted to be last year, this is a new year. All things are born new!

Call 347-773-3499 if you have any question.

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

Dues: Members are reminded to pay your dues.

Drammeh Center

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the transition of long-time friend, advisory board member, and fellow cooperator, Gregory J. Sumpter. Please join us in our prayers for his family. A memorial service to honor his life will take place tomorrow at Lt. Joseph P. Kennedy Center Auditorium in Harlem at 1:30 p.m.

Drammeh Center currently seeks to enlist a fulltime intern to provide support during and after the 62nd session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women parallel forum, “From African Soil to the Cotton Fields of Mississippi.” This internship will offer direct exposure to UN Women’s work and is designed to complement women’s development-oriented studies and various aspects of international studies. We are accepting applications from young women who are currently enrolled in college. We will consider senior high school students. Apply by: February 3/Start Date: February 2018/Duration: 1–2 months. Contact, 646-535-0755.

Celebrate With Us Our 25th Anniversary, July 7 – 12, on a historic 5-night cruise through the North Atlantic Ocean corridor to Bermuda with activists, supporters, artists, entrepreneurs, healers, interfaith and cultural workers to honor those lost in the Middle Passage. Join us for a libation at sunrise and memorial at sea – 400 nautical miles off the coast of Bermuda to say “Thank You” to our ancestors.

Note: Prices are subject to change without notice.

We encourage you to reserve your cabin now, as costs will increase according to availability. For information about securing your deposit which will hold the rate, call Sophia Facey: 917-754-0081.

Final payment must be met 90 days prior to sailing.

For more information, email: LUTT2018@gmail.com.

LIKE US on our Facebook page, facebook.com/ DrammehInstitute, P.O. Box 558, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

—Elise Edwards

You can now pay using credit card. Pay the entire year dues now and get a discount.

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

Please Join Us: We need your support. Please join us. We invite you to come to our next general meeting. Call 347-773-3499. UNITY IS STRENGTH! JOIN US TODAY! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Coop Ghanama OR www.facebook.com/ gacc2013. —Seth Osei-Fosu

Building 30 A and B Association

Crochet has started up again on Wednesdays from 1 to 3 p.m.

We would like to send our sympathy to Ms. Sims who recently lost her daughter.

Movie night will start up again in February.

We will have a PoKeno night in February.

For those celebrating birthdays, anniversaries and blessed event congratulations. Those under the weather, get well soon.

—Linda Werner

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We Have To Make Better Resolutions

more. Then, similar to the above, you know what happens. But, again, this respectful student felt that they could not control that severe urging to urinate.

I can go and on. But, as you can see, residents of any age might have a severe urinary problem one day.

Now, no, that does not mean that they should just go We had a board meeting on Wednesday, January anywhere. That's wrong and they should receive a 17, and we discussed a few controversial subjects. So, fine. But, looking at both cases and knowing the let's see what happened. demographics of this community, do you think that No Nonsense Before we start, I want to make it very clear that I they should receive a fine for $350 when the civil want everyone here to please abide by the law and do fine that's imposed at an administrative hearing in NYC might be only $50? Does that make any sense? everything possible to not urinate in public.

On the other hand, several basketball courts will Now, with this point, I want to discuss a very conbe opening up on Bellamy Loop in the spring. And, troversial resolution about public urination that was supposedly, lots of teams will be using those courts. recently passed by the board. The vote was 7 to 4 for But, there's one problem because there isn't a public resolution 17-76. This resolution called for a $350 restroom near those courts. Nevertheless, it's quite fine to be issued if a person was caught urinating on possible that all of those players and their guests will "Co-op City's grounds and/or inside Co-op City have to use a restroom at some point while they're buildings, except in a designated restroom." here.

So, where are all of those visitors supposed to Now, on the surface, this resolution seems like it can be beneficial to this community. But, let's look at go? Well, some people have said that they can use the some scenarios and see how this resolution can hurt restroom in garage 6. Really? If that's the case, then I some of our really nice cooperators that would never guess that there is no possibility that something could go wrong in that garage. Right? do anything to break the law.

Look, in my opinion, this matter of not putting a An elderly cooperator can be returning from an event and then, boom, they have to go to the bathroom restroom near those basketball courts is wrong. So, – immediately. In other words, their bladder is burning we are going to have a big problem when all of those up so bad that it is causing a lot of distress to them. So, teams come to this community. Thereafter, I guess the cooperator runs to an outside secluded area to solve that Riverbay can make some money from those this problem. Next, an officer pulls up, sees what's $350 fines.

Bottom line: We must have law and order here. So, going on, and writes a ticket for $350 to this respected cooperator. The cooperator feels bad because they I want all of our residents to please act responsibly want to respect the law. But, they simply had a very and use public restrooms. No phony excuses! On the bad problem that they felt was uncontrollable. one hand, I do want to acknowledge our responsible Another scenario might involve a very nice stu- residents that might have a severe problem one day. dent that's learning and growing. But, the school that And, my thought is that we should be considerate and they attend is not that great. Bullies hang out in the not bash them with a $350 fine that they won't be able bathrooms, smoke, and rough up some of the stu- to pay. On the other hand, residents that play foolish dents. So, this student simply does not want to use games and think that they can urinate in public in this the restrooms at school. Well, as the student is return- community should be issued a ticket and face legal ing home, they find out that they can't hold it any- consequences.

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

Building 25 Association

Building 25 would like to thank Vanessa Aldea, CSO Manager, for hosting our meeting on Tuesday, January 16th. We appreciate that she has a busy schedule, but still finds the time to come out to address comments and concerns from the residents.

Once again, I would like to reiterate the importance of our mail carriers’ duties to deliver mail in an environment that is safe and comfortable for them. When you see them in our building delivering mail, they are on their job, please use judgement when approaching them to make sure that you are not interfering with their ability to do their task.

On a lighter note: Our very own Anthony Samuels has landed a Sales position at PC Richards in the Bay Plaza Mall. The work force is tough for young people seeking employment, so please wish him all the best in his new position.

Our next scheduled meeting is Tuesday, February 20, at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association. Friendly reminder, our building annual dues is $5 per family. We would like to thank the residents who have paid their annual dues. Dues are collected at our monthly meetings by Carol Eilet, treasurer, or Celeste Stukes, asst. treasurer.

I will close with the following from Booker Taliaferro Washington, an American Educator: “If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else.”

—Wanda Bailey

No Standing/Parking In Dumpster Pads Shareholders are reminded that there is no standing or parking in the dumpster pads.

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

Thank you for your cooperation.

Empty Parking Spaces A resolution was created with the thought of getting more parking spaces in our garages. Resolution 17-88 stated: “presently some shareholders have reserved parking spaces which they have not used for two years." So, is it possible that some shareholders are subletting their apartments and charging an extra fee for that parking space? This is a problem.

But, this resolution wanted management to start "monitoring" these spaces for two years and then terminate their garage licensing agreement. Therefore, a termination could not start until two years from now, 2020. Oops! Seven other directors and I voted against this resolution. Additionally, this resolution was even voted down by the director that created it.

Get Out The Vote – For Our Board Elections?

A not-for-profit group named 'Dominicanos USA' made a presentation to the board about how their group organizes 'Get Out The Vote' campaigns throughout NYS for public elections. This group uses robocalls and text messages to ask people to vote. A decision was not made on whether the board will use this group for the upcoming board elections.

Stay tuned.

Close Under no circumstances will we allow this community to go down by anyone thinking they can urinate anywhere they want. That will not happen!

Therefore, I want all of our residents to please follow our regulations so that we can keep Co-op City nice, clean, respectable, and safe. We care about you. So, please show that you care about this community.

Thank you.

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

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

Building 13 Association

Building 13 Association has rescheduled the visit by Assemblyman Michael Benedetto. The assemblyman will be at our monthly meeting on Thursday, February 1, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for a question and answer session.

We will address questions pertaining to restoring bus routes, downsize transfers and NYS Personal Income Tax incentives. You do not have to be a member of the association to attend. There are many new shareholders who have joined our Building 13 family and community at large and we welcome you. Stay informed by attending the building association meetings.

Some of the most difficult issues to resolve are conflicts between neighbors.

I read the article in the Co-op City Times last week and reached out to IMCR. I spoke to the coordinator assigned to Co-op City by the Institute for Mediation and Conflict Resolution (IMCR). Please check the Bulletin Board for additional information regarding where and how they can be reached if you are in need of assistance.

Hungry for some lobster, shrimp, chicken, ribs, and all types of deliciousness? Then join us Saturday, July 14, for our 2nd All-You-Can-Eat bonanza LOBSTERFEAST at the NORDIC LODGE, and 4-hour casino stay at Foxwoods with outlet shopping at Tangers. The cost is $165 per person (includes taxes and gratuities). Payment of $85 due February 28, and balance of $80 due April 30.

February is Black History Month and interesting events are already planned.

The NCNW’s 17th Annual Black History Month Celebration will take place on Saturday, February 24, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Dreiser Center. The African-American Association of Co-op City will present a Black Film Festival on Saturday, February 3, from noon to approximately 3:30 p.m. at the Bartow Center, rm. 31.

Checks for Building 13 events should be made payable to Building 13 Assoc.

Inc. and mailed to 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. Contacts: Sherrie Hernandez at 914-837-5970, Gail Sharbaan, treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370 (daddpeterson@aol.com). Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at bthirteen.assoc@yahoo.com.

Again, thanks for making our team work.

—Leslie Peterson

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Building 29 Association

After some brief updates (fixed front door lock, introduction of new more efficient features in the garages, and the very important visit of the Lieutenant Governor), we welcomed our January guest speaker, Riverbay Board President Linda Berk.

Ms. Berk started by emphasizing the Board's aggressive program for capital projects. She also mentioned the importance of the Board itself, stating that each Board member IS the “Corporation,” which represents 15,372 shareholders, and that each member must be forward thinking, responsible, and share information with the cooperators.

Major (and essential) projects that have the highest priority are: Elevator repairs in all buildings; Local Law 11 concerning the safety of the buildings and balconies and major renovation of Dreiser Auditorium which should also bring in additional revenue.

New garage entrances are being worked on, as well as uses for excess energy from the power plant.

Also, much effort has also been put into meeting with elected officials (be sure to vote, Co-op City!), regarding various issues, such as senior transfers and restoration of bus routes.

Many other important issues were discussed as well, and afterwards, Ms. Berk took questions from the audience.

We also were told that there would be an Open Board meeting on January 31 February 7; be sure to attend and make your voice heard. Also, do not neglect reading the Co-op City Times. This is your newspaper and is a main way to stay updated on your community.

Many, many thanks to Ms. Berk for coming to our meeting and sharing so much information with us.

A few last notes...We hope to have a trial run of senior exercises. First class is slated to run at 10 a.m. on Feb. 10 (Saturday) in the association room in Building B for around 40 minutes. No fee.

Limit: 20 people for now, first come, first serve.

And finally, last but not least, congratulations and best wishes to all who have had a birthday or anniversary in January. We wish you peace, health, and happiness.

—Katharine Wood 120 DeKruif Place (street level). Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m. Church telephone: (347) 346-5790; email: fatwcc@aol.com.

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

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

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

Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Every Day of the Year! As a theologian, few others have impacted my life and ministry like Dr. King. He was a tireless advocate for the least of these in the order of our Savior Jesus Christ and he left a lingering challenge to people of faith who desire justice that we would become the "beloved community." It is in that spirit that Faith @ Work Christian Church continues to endeavor to do just that, through rich community services. I'm pleased to announce that beginning February 5, we will begin our partnership with JS Food Pantry to expand our pantry to serve an additional 100 community members! The following is a list of our food services ministry.

Food Services Monthly Schedule 1st Mondays from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. beginning February 5: I.D. will be required (please bring a shopping cart, meats and eggs are likely included) 3rd Sundays from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m., Dreiser, room 4. NO I.D. required 4th Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., registered senior citizens only until further notice. This is a USDA-funded program and they have shut down registration for now.

Black History Month: February 17, 12 p.m., join Pastor Jenkins and other theologians and laity as we discuss "A Black Panther Theology!” This is an open dialogue seeking to highlight faith messages from the soon to be blockbuster movie, "Black Panther." Please attend the movie opening night, but if you can't, we invite you to come out anyway and there will be a 2-ticket Giveaway to see the movie. Refreshments will be served. This Black History Month Ministry event is FREE! Remember, it's never about us, but always about the goodness of the Lord.

—Pastor Deborah D. Jenkins

Faith @ Work Christian Church

Building 26 Association

Fond greetings to all of our Co-op City families, friends, merchants, and especially our new residents.

Congratulations to all of you, New England Patriots and or Philadelphia Eagles fans. May the best team win the Super Bowl on February 4th.

Best wishes to all of you celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, new births, and other celebrated events during the month of January.

Well wishes for a speedy recovery to the sick, hospitalized, and/or home-bound persons. Good luck to all of you trying to stay focused on completing your New Year’s resolutions.

Sincere condolences to those families who have experienced the loss of a loved one. May God bless you with continued strength during your difficult time of bereavement.

Residents, especially our teenagers, are asked to be very careful walking with small electronics ( like iPhones and iPads) exposed to the public. Be vigilant of your surroundings. There have been incidents of teenagers being robbed of their electronics. Motorists are asked to please secure your personal belongings by locking them in your car trunks. Please do not leave any money, electronics, and/or other valuables in plain sight of your vehicles. There have been numerous reports of thefts from cars throughout Co-op City. The 45th Precinct will be providing patrol coverage in Co-op City during the evening and late night hours.

Motorists are also advised to ensure that your vehicle registration and inspection stickers are current to prevent receiving a summons.

Please properly discard large boxes, larges bags of garbage, furniture, and other large unwanted items in the basement; not the compactor room.

If you see something, please say something by calling 9-1-1 for emergency calls, and 3-1-1 for non-emergencies.

The life you save, could be your own.

—YuVonne Lewis

DR. LEWIS WOLSTEIN NOW ACCEPTING AETNA!!

Podiatrist — Foot Specialist

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

accept most health insurance plans

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

Dr. Lewis Wolstein

Call:

“Se Habla Español”

718.671.7226 100 DeKruif Place

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

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Director’s Viewpoint

Leslie Peterson

January is almost gone and February is around the corner. Each year beginning on February 1, an entire month of events are planned nationwide honoring the history and contributions of African Americans.

The theme for Black History Month in 2018 is "African Americans in Times of War," honoring those brave men and women who served their countries in the armed forces. The NCNW’s 17th Annual Black History Month Celebration will take place on Saturday, February 24, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at the Dreiser Center. The African-American Association of Co-op City will present a Black Film Festival on Saturday, February 3, from noon to approximately 3:30 p.m. at the Bartow Center, rm. 31.

Note: An Open Forum is scheduled for February 7, at the Dreiser Center at 7:30 p.m. In my opinion, some issues I am sure shareholders want to hear about are where we are with the elevator overhaul, the ADA lobby doors and the auditorium renovation.

When a unit is sold, a lease agreement is signed.

One of the conditions expected is that shareholders will not cause or allow any noise or activity on the premises

We Must Remain Vigilant

which might disturb the peace and quiet of another shareholder. Frustration sets in when a shareholder follows rules, “sees something and say something,” but no visible changes are made as a result of their efforts.

CCPD does an excellent job addressing quality of life issues when summoned and CSO’s do their part trying to resolve matters when informed. Resolving disputes can be a long time consuming process. The Cooperator Appeals Committee under the chairmanship of Director Junius Williams is trying to shorten the time between a complaint being issued and addressed, as well as focusing on families with numerous complaints.

He has brought to our attention deficiencies in the process that are now being scrutinized more carefully.

At what point do we deal with repetitive situations and take adequate action. The committee was recently informed that Management, in conjunction with our Senior Attorney, has reviewed the process and hopefully we will see some improvement.

Although some changes were made, some shareholders may feel more comfortable speaking with an impartial person with experience in mediating and may feel more comfortable knowing the information is confidential. Mediation and conflict resolution presents another alternative. The Institute for Mediation and Conflict Resolution (IMCR) is offering its services free of charge on weekdays, weekends and evenings based on availability. Upon request, mediation can take place

Carver Loop Civic Association

As we begin 2018, let’s reflect on activities/accomplishments of 2017. Year in review: Met with various constituents: • Executive CSO, Vanessa Aldea 16+ years service, new role/responsibilities: customer service training implementation, oversee CSOs, managers, assistant managers, service reps to provide consistent/uniformed customer service, update new shareholders at orientation of rules/regulations.

• Lois English, CSO Manager, Sections 1-2, 20+ years service, addressed staff changes, service surveys implementation, site/noise complaints.

• Reverend Dr. Deborah Jenkins, Riverbay Board of Director, addressed: Elevators, Inventory, Basketball Courts, Building Improvements, Land Giveaway and Board Development/Team Building Meeting. Thankful for her time, honesty/transparency answering questions/explaining complexities involving various issues/projects.

• Report of building findings from Javier Valenzuela (Building Supervisor) posted in lobbies.

• Leslie Peterson, Riverbay Board of Director and Building 13 president addressed: Rivers Run Community Garden, Andy King's office, Citizen's Committee, Community Board Meetings, Capital Budget Priority/Fiscal Year, Land Giveaway, Board Concerns: Accountability of Events—Board Development/Team Building Meeting - her position/impact.

• Chief Frank Apollo — CCPP and colleagues Captain David Perez and Sergeant Carl Wright, addressed Public Safety/Community Policing & Building Associations importance. Sergeant Wright's Community Outreach Program/Safety Awareness. Captain Perez's service - NYPD, Public Housing, role at Co-op City. Reported building statistics stressed communication is key.

• Assemblyman Michael Benedetto heard concerns/addressed issues of importance to cooperators. Responded to inquiry/examination of D.O.T. speed bump judgment/ruling along Carver Loop and gave updates on the following: Capital Improvement Panel projects: Train locations (Co-op City), East Side Project - 2019 projected building stations, I-95 Project. Thankful for invitation, grateful to be in public service 13+ years serving Co-op City, Throggs Neck and City Island; praising Co-op City - a wonderful community he's been proud to serve.

Initiatives/Accomplishments: • Onsite notaries: Building A: Maria Pabon; Building B: Ms. Witherspoon; Building C: Deborah Henry • Re-establishment of Scholarship Committee. Dues and participation help fund: Scholarship Awards, Annual Fun Day and other building activities. Two students awarded $500 scholarships: • Aaron Greene, Cardinal Spellman H.S., Building 11C • Gabriel Matos, St. Raymond H.S, Building 11A We thank all our volunteers for their time and support of our building functions.

—Toni Thomas-Lyons

Shareholders, not tenants!

Become involved in your building association!

onsite in Co-op City with an objective mediator who is equipped with handling disputes of all types. IMCR handles a variety of issues from youth and truancy to neighbor-to-neighbor disputes. This is a voluntary process. Once the meeting is held, hopefully a settlement is reached, agreed to and signed by both parties.

After reading last week’s article in the CCTimes, to obtain more information, I contacted the coordinator assigned to Co-op City who can be reached at 718-5851190. Remember this source so the next time a shareholder reveals a conflict or you experience a situation, keep in mind this provides another way to resolve outstanding issues. Share this information. Of course you can always contact your Cooperator Service Office or the Public Safety Department, but now you have another option at your disposal.

As a reminder: This is an election year for our governor and the time to let your assemblyman and state senator know what changes will help this community is now. Take action and let your politicians know what you want. “I can’t, but together, WE can!

Our future depends on you!

“You must never be fearful about what you do when it's right.” –Rosa Parks Share your thoughts. I can be reached by mail at: Leslie Peterson, Riverbay Board Director, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, and Tel. at 718-3201370, or email at lpeterson@riverbayboard.com.

Broun Place Townhouse Association

From Broun Place Townhouse Association: If any of our neighbors participated in the Women’s March 2018, please submit your story or photo. We congratulate you for your commitment and participation and hope it will result in improvements in currently social inequalities. This week this was overheard, “I never vote!” You should know, a “never” vote is a vote for the status quo. It is your right and responsibility to vote. Please register and vote.

Our dear neighbor and friend, Vera Kilpatrick, passed away last week. Ms. Vera, a brave, warm-hearted lady who watched over Broun Place and watched out for us all, died shortly after her recent hospital admission. She was 93 years young. She came to meetings for as long as she could. In the past, she and her husband Ben walked around the greenway every morning till he became ill. If memory serves, the Kilpatricks were related to veteran Mr. Harley Mosley, who our park is named after. Ms. Vera will be very missed; may she rest in peace.

Our first 2018 meeting was held on Wednesday, January 24th. The home meeting venue, we think, encourages neighbors to attend, but in spring we will meet in Bartow Center. Thank you to Ms. Vanessa Aldea, CSO manager, for being among our guests. Broun Place will participate in a “Cooperators United Meeting” and “History Committee” meeting this week. A report on each will be part of our press release next week. Thank you to the Broun Place Executive Board for helping plan our meeting of January 24th and thanks in advance to Ms. Aldea for attending.

What is going on with the Givan Avenue United States Post Office?

We were expecting an important package, medical supplies. The website said “Delivered,” it wasn’t! Last Saturday, following up, we went to the post office. The package was there! Thank you to Congressman Eliot Engel’s office, especially his longtime aide, Mr. Richard Fedderman, for trying to resolve our problems. The post office has assured him they will do better. They have never gotten in touch with us directly though a complaint was filed. We need accountability and apologies from the U.S.P.S. Other townhouse cooperators have had similar problems.

We submitted the letter from the Bronx Boro taxation office to Riverbay’s Rent Bookkeeping. If you have received that letter too, please bring it to the Rent Bookkeeping Office.

Thank you again to the Riverbay Grounds crew for the great snow removal job. Neighbors, please get garbage into the correct bin.

Throwing the bag over the fence doesn’t make it! If you are reported disposing of your garbage incorrectly, you may receive a “Community Complaint.” If you see a bottle or newspaper, pick it up and dispose of it properly. House garbage must be delivered to the compactor site.

“A” apartments, we need patio lights on, especially facing the cul de sac. Please replace them or call Maintenance or Cooperator Services to do it.

—Eva Lazaar

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Co-op City Toastmasters

It is not unusual to make plans and goals at the start of a new year. Is becoming a better speaker or leader one of your goals for 2018? If you answered yes, joining Co-op City Toastmasters (CCTM) is one way to set that goal in motion.

Come to one of our bi-weekly membership meetings and see how CCTM can help you in achieving your goal or goals.

At our last meeting, we welL to R: TM Joyce Wright presents Welcome comed three first time guests (see Ribbons to first time guests Moses Githaibi, photo) and look forward to their Duke Tortol and Ellen Schwartz of The Quills. participation and membership.

This is an especially exciting time to join Toastmasters International. A new platform is about to be introduced that will mean even more individualization for new members. Each new member will be asked to complete an Assessment Survey when joining and based upon his/her answers, a personal track offering three choices in communication and leadership will be offered. No more “one size fits all” approach. So come out and be in the forefront of this exciting, relevant, high tech process. Come out and learn what all the fuss is about. The new virtual program is going “Live” in May, 2018. BE There. Put the “New” back “You.” Our program is self-paced. Members actively participate in meetings. You will learn a variety of presentation skills. Bring a friend with you and sit in on a meeting. We meet on the first and third Thursday of the month in room 28, lower level of Bartow Mall. All are welcome to come.

The next meetings in the New Year are scheduled for February 1, and February 15 at 7:30 p.m. sharp.

All the best in 2018. —L. Jaysura

American Legion Post 1871

NYS Midwinter conference Hundreds of veterans from across the state converged in Albany for the Mid-Winter Conference this past weekend and the Commander and other comrades from Post 1871 were present. It is the 99th edition of the NYS conference that is usually held at the Desmond Hotel and Conference Center in Albany.

Amongst the various topics that were discussed were jobs, post-traumatic stress, suicide prevention and other veterans’ issues. As a family, while the legionnaires were having the meeting, another 700 members of the American Legion Auxiliary and the Sons of the American Legion also were addressing veteran and family issues as they hold concurrent meetings at nearby hotels on Wolf Road.

Meetings on Children and Youth Programs, National Security issues, Troop Support, Family Support, Veterans’ Health Concerns, Membership Recruiting and a number of other topics were held throughout the weekend. Legionnaires attended a reception and banquet Saturday evening.

The American Legion is the country’s largest wartime veterans’ organization and is committed to serving veterans, families, youth, community and nation.

The Legion operates, among other things, the Legacy Scholarship Fund to provide scholarships to children of service members who died while serving their country, and Operation Comfort Warriors to offer free aid, supplies and equipment to wounded warriors. Conferences like this are a better platform to review the services of the organization and possible ways to improve on them.

Government Shutdown And Its Possible Effects On Military While the conference was ongoing, the nation slipped into a government shutdown as Congress hit a stalemate over operations funding for 2018. This particular year makes the 9th one that it has led to furlough. Inasmuch as deliberations surround signing a short-term deal to keep operations until February 8th, we just want to highlight the possible effects of this shutdown on military spending in case we find ourselves back in it.

It should be of note that whenever there is a government shutdown, the Veterans Affairs healthcare is largely unaffected and the veterans crisis lines that I posted in the last edition are always open for services. However, other nonpatient-care VA programs and services may be reduced or on furlough. Most of the times, depending on how long the shutdown continues, the Fort Hamilton’s commissary will be closed while PX and family and MWR facilities will remain open. We hope all our members using these facilities will take note.

Newly bereaved family members would not receive the Pentagon's $100,000 death gratuity during a shutdown or military-funded travel to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware, or elsewhere for the dignified transfer or military funeral or memorial. Military retirees would always receive their regular pension checks in the event of a shutdown, as would those receiving survivor’s benefit plan payment. Those funds are paid from a different account that is not impacted by the annual funding bill Congress has yet to pass.

Our raffle booklets for this year’s Memorial Day are available for pick up in the office. Go get them!

—Lsjc Adeyemi LaCrown O'toba

NYC card. Bring four clean shopping bags and cart (if available). You'll be issued a card that must be shown on every visit to pick up food.

Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food on Thursdays at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m.

- 12:45 p.m. Buildings 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m., also on Thursdays. Section 5 townhouses can visit either church. Other buildings and townhouses must pick-up at Dreiser, room 20.

Dreiser food distribution hours are Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. - 12:45 p.m., room 20.

Pilot Program: Dreiser hours extended Tuesdays, 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Added Dreiser hours on the following Saturdays: February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12 and June 9. All hours are subject to change based on demand. New and currently registered guests are welcomed to participate in extended hours.

Attention: All participants are required in January 2018 to show a current photo with address ID card for re-certification. This confirms residence in 10475. Guests who lost their pantry card can reapply to the program in January 2018. Re-certification is 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. of your assigned week: Sections 1, 2, & 3, last day is January 30; Section 4 (Bldgs., 21-25), week of January 22.

Contact Reach out if you have questions, (718) 320-8035 or coopcityblackforum @gmail.com.

—Tony Illis

Black Forum

Defensive Driving Course Next course: February 10, 8:50 a.m.-3 p.m., Dreiser Center, room 1. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to four points from your driver’s license. Please make checks of $35 payable to ‘Black Forum of CO-OP City,’ and mail to 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 20, Bronx, NY 10475 at least 1½ weeks before class. Walk-ins are welcomed, but only a $35 cash payment will be accepted the day of the class – no checks. Call by noon, Friday, to register and assure seating. Please bring your current driver’s license and a pen; (718) 320-8035.

Nordic Lodge & Foxwoods Casino Join us Saturday, August 18, for an amazing dining experience at the awardwinning Nordic Lodge in Charlestown, Rhode Island. Enjoy 2-hours of an AllYou-Can-Eat seafood-plus buffet with lobster, prime rib, specialty desserts and more! The excitement continues at Foxwoods Casino. $165 includes dining, shopping, & round-trip coach transportation. Three payments of $55 due January 26, February 16, and March 16.

Please make checks payable to ‘Black Forum of CO-OP City,’ and mail to 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 20, Bronx, NY 10475. Cash can be delivered in person.

NO REFUNDS. Pick-up and drop-off at Dreiser, Asch Loop and Section 5.

Please call, 917-209-5334 or 718-3200033 for questions.

Emergency Food Program (10475 residents only) Please bring a current photo ID to register. ONLY accepted IDs are driver’s and non-driver's licenses, and the ID

CO-OP CITY FOOT CARE CENTER SECTION 5 • BUILDING 29C 4240 HUTCHINSON RIVER PARKWAY EAST

(718) 671-2233 DR. LOUIS JACOBS, DIRECTOR ALL FOOT CONDITIONS TREATED The in-office surgical correction of BUNIONS • HAMMERTOES • INGROWN TOENAILS PAINFUL CORNS and CALLOUSES The treatment of traumatic foot injuries, heel spurs, bursitis and arthritis of the joints of the feet, toenail and skin infections, as well as other conditions.

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Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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Director’s Viewpoint

Evelyn Turner

I am proud to announce and share with the community that a procedure for treating Uterine Fibroids gets patent by the U.S. Patent Office. A new method for treating uterine fibroids was developed by a female African American professor, Darlene Taylor, Ph.D., (North Carolina Central University), along with other researchers at Duke University and BioSpecifics Technologies.

Reportedly, this procedure has the potential to be less intrusive than surgery and involves injecting a solution of an anti-fibrotic drug and polymer product directly inside the tumor. The polymer encases the drug instantaneously as it warms to body temperature, and then slowly dissolves over time to release the drug inside the tumor. Dr. Taylor and others are hopeful that further testing will go as expected and the procedure could be done in a doctor’s office.

According to statistics, nearly half of all womenand up to 80 percent of Africans American women will be diagnosed with uterine fibroids, which are tumors composed mainly of collagen. Fibroids cause a host of unpleasant symptoms, from excessive bleeding and pain to pregnancy complications or infertility. Reportedly, hysterectomy has been the standard treatment, but that comes at a high cost for women who someday might wish to become pregnant. The procedure is entering phases two and three of clinical trials and hopefully one day women with fibroids will soon have a better chance. For additional information, go to www.nccu.edu.

Just think what life would be like without the offsprings of “illegal immigrants” from the continent of Africa.

Furthermore, one may not be able to use the rapid transit system because its predecessor was the electric trolley which was invented by a Black man, Albert R. Robinson.

There would be few, if any newspapers, maga-

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zines and books because John Love invented the pencil sharpener, William Purveys invented the fountain pen, Lee Barrage invented the Typewriting Machine and W. A. Love invented the Advanced Printing Press. They were all, you guessed it, Black.

There are cities with tall skyscrapers because Alexander Mils, a Black man, invented the elevator, and without it, one finds great difficulty reaching higher floors.

When they entered their homes, they found them to be poorly ventilated and poorly heated. You see, Frederick Jones invented the air conditioner and Alice Parker, the heating furnace. Their homes were also dim. But of course, Lewis Latimer later invented the electric lamp; Michael Harvey invented the lantern and Granville T. Woods invented the automatic cut-off switch. Their homes were also dirty so Thomas W. Steward invented the mop and Lloyd P. Ray, the dust pan.

Martin Luther King, Jr. said, “by the time we leave for work, American have depended on the inventions from the minds of Blacks.” No wonder some Americans today are offended when powerful Americans in powerful positions tweet negative things about the off-springs of immigrants from the continent of Africa. We must continue to tell our history and the history of other immigrants who want to be Americans and continue inventing and making this country great.

The Board Of Directors’ Performance Challenged An irate cooperator shared, without mincing words, that this present Board of Directors, all 15, are not doing a very good job. This cooperator alleges that the quality of life is steadily deteriorating.

The loitering and sleeping in the stairwell is increasing. This cooperator has observed our Porters have to clean urine, etc., inside the building. A concern is the amount of money that is paid for Public Safety officers who are rarely seen walking inside and around the buildings to ensure safety. This cooperator, who has no intention of moving, is putting the blame squarely on the Board of Directors.

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Please continue to share your concerns. The Community Relations and Parking/Garage Committee will resume meetings in February. Please contact the Board secretary (347-913-4225) as slots are still open for participation.

Yours in Truth & Service: Contact me at: Evelyn M. Turner, LCSW, eturner@riverbayboard.com or 917-324-1033.

Fraud Alert!

It has been reported that an inordinate number of Co-op City shareholders are receiving phone calls allegedly from the IRS telling them that their tax accounts are in arrears and they may face tax evasion charges. They are then advised to call a given phone number and speak to an attorney.

Shareholders, this is a scam. Do not return these phone calls. They are most likely an attempt by unscrupulous individuals to gather your personal information.

No government agency, including the IRS, will contact you by phone. If you must, contact the IRS directly. Do not use the number provided in these unsolicited phone calls.

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210 President Trump Again Falls Short Of Presidential Character The NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210 unequivocally denounces the most recent racist comments by President Donald Trump.

“As our nation fights to move forward, our President falls deeper and deeper into the rabbit hole of racism and xenophobia. The United States’ position as a moral leader throughout the world has been thoroughly damaged by the continuous lowbrow, callous and unfiltered racism repeatedly espoused

by President Trump. His decision to use profanity to describe African, Central American and Caribbean countries is not only a low mark for this President, it is a low point for our nation. This President’s failure to grasp simple ideas of inclusion and maturity is an open sore on our democracy that continues to fester. It is clear that the President wants to return America to its ugly past of white supremacy where immigration laws, as well as all laws of society only favored individuals from European nations and European ancestry. In fact, the President himself benefitted from those racially biased laws when his ancestors immigrated to this nation. Yet today, he wants to force the American public to pay billions to build a wall to block off our southern neighbors in exchange for the return of protections for DACA who were already guaranteed protection before he came to office. We realize that the Bull Connor of our day is none other than the President of our nation. As King fought then, we fight today against those seeking to implement slicker and newer forms of racial segregation.”

Important Date 1/28 at 3 p.m. – Constituent Day, come out and hear what is going on in our community, state and nation.

Attention, parents & grandparents, sign up your child to be a member of the branch. Membership: $10.

—Jerome Rice

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Travel Events: (*price includes Coach Bus; located at Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block) • March 13, 2018 (Tues.) “SANDS CASINO RESORT.” Price: $40. Payment Due Date: Mon., Feb. 5. Contact: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500.

• May 11th (Fri.) “HUNTERDON HILLS PLAYHOUSE THEATRE,” NJ. Showtime: 11:00 a.m. Price: $75. Deposit: $40. Balance $35 due Mon., April 19. Contact: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500.

• July 10-12th, (Tues.-Thurs.) “DOVER DOWNS HOTEL & CASINO.” Price: Double $400/Single $490. Deposit required $100. Two payments each - $150 Double/$195. FINAL payment: May 21. Contact: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500.

Theatre Committee: (*price includes Van transportation from Dreiser Loop opposite Rehab Center) • May16th. (Wed.) Price: $75. “SISTER ACT” at Westchester Broadway Theatre. Deposit $35 ASAP. $40 balance due by April 12. Contact: Marie Green-Ryan, 718- 671-4949.

Remember – Your deposit, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. A check or money order only payable to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP will be accepted. Committee members will be available in the Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-3790377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 3:00-5:00 p.m.

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

Our next JAZZ UP YOUR HEALTH WITH A SENIOR SPA DAY, will be Wednesday, January 31, (correction—not Jan. 17th). Call Claudette D., 718-379-4784 or Hattie L., 718-671-8449, if interested in joining us on our upcoming SENIOR SPA DAY. “Keep the smile, Leave the tear, Hold the laugh, Leave the pain, Think of joy, Forget the fear, Be joyous, coz It’s a new month! Happy new month!”

– Author unknown —Claudette Davis

Co-op City Working Families Party

Did You March?

See any good signs? Did you see the one that read: “I march to thank the Black women of Alabama for showing us how it’s done!”

Black women and their Get Out The Vote (GOTV) enthusiasm and techniques caused Doug Jones to triumph over Roy Moore. Let’s see who else we can topple in 2018 using the Alabama playbook.

Did You Rally in Albany Tuesday?

Voting is a fundamental right and responsibility. New York State lags far behind in voter turnout. Let NY Vote works to expand Voting Rights in New York and boost voter turnout. Be boosted.

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

As a civic action group Co-op City Indivisible (almost a Co-op City Certified Community Organization) promotes progressive causes.

As Co-op City WF/Indivisible members we do both. We embrace progressive values by modeling inclusion, respect, and fairness in all of our actions; we work to make Co-op City a stronger community; and we insist our representatives serve as our voice in Co-op City, in the Bronx, in Albany, and in Washington, D.C. Will You Come to the Next Meeting?

February 20th The next meeting of the WFP is scheduled for Tuesday, February 20th at 7:30 p.m. in room 35, Einstein Community Center, Section Five. Please come with your list of 2018 candidates in need of our support. WF meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month, through June. All progressives are welcome. For more information please email mpjazz@optonline.net —Kelly Canzoneri

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Celebrating Our Thirty-Six Years In Co-op City – Part 1 of 4 This week, the Co-op City Seventh-day Adventist Church will mark thirty-six years of service to the community in an ever-evolving role to meet the practical and spiritual concerns of our neighbors and members. The history of this local congregation is rich in its contribution to the general heritage of the Seventh-day Adventist movement.

On January 21, 1982 a deed for the 1010 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, New York property was acquired from Nathan’s Famous, Inc. by the Greater New York Corporation to be the new home of the Congregation Hebrew Adventist which had its start in the Times Square Center in New York City in 1958 by founder Jay Milton Hoffman (1907-1986).

The backstory of the Hebrew Adventist Congregation is an interesting one. It was the first of its kind in the world and began at the corner of Prospect Avenue and Fairmont Place in the Bronx by Samuel A. Kaplan, a renowned Jewish worker. Fifteen Jewish workers later purchased the Dutch Reform Church in July of 1949 with $20,000, much less than was asked, and called themselves the Bronx Community Temple.

It is reported that the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventist voted in 1952 to allocate the accumulated funds that was collected for the China Division to the establishment of evangelistic centers in London, New York and Chicago. The Bronx Community Chapel then moved some ten years later in 1958 to Manhattan as the Times Square Center located at 410 West 45th Street. The Times Square Center was purchased with money from the sale of the Bronx Community Temple.

Elder Jay Milton Hoffman (1907-1986) worked with Elder Lloyd I. Reile, president of the Greater New York Conference and Elder F.R. Millard of the Atlantic Union Conference to further the cause of the evangelism to the Jews.

The congregation, in conjunction with the Israelite Heritage Institute, had enjoyed success at the Times Square location publishing and printing a three-volume set called ‘Israel’s Heritage’ in 1961 by J.M. Hoffman and Samuel A. Kaplan with consulting Editor Walter E. Read. Walter Edwin Read was born in England on November 17, 1883. Before becoming a Seventh-day Adventist minister, Read trained for two years to become a Baptist minister. Walter E. Read died on February 27, 1976 in Takoma Park, Maryland. Several other books and leaflets were published by the Israelite Heritage Institute.

This historical review was gathered and complied by Cheryl C. Silvera in April 2012 with research from the Center for Adventist Research, James White Library, Andrews University and from the notes of Jonas Apau II, and Pastor Billwayne Jamal. To be continued.

Services and Community Outreach Wednesday — Food Pantry every 1st and 3rd, 4:30 – 6 p.m.

Wednesday — night Prayer meeting, 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Saturday — Sabbath School, 9:15 a.m.

Saturday — Divine Worship, 11:00 a.m.

Saturday — Adventist Youth Program, 2:30 p.m.

The Co-op City Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 1010 Baychester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475; http://coopcity22.adventistchurchconnect.org/ —Cheryl C. Silvera

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

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

Worship Service – 11:00 a.m.

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

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

Sunday School Is Now In Session Every Sunday At 9:00 A.M. Sunday School is really a part of our history, and because someone cared and was concerned enough, many of us benefitted and know its value. In Sunday School, in a nurturing Christian education environment, an opportunity is provided for children to learn about the Bible, to grow in grace, to show love and respect for one another and to live more abundant lives. Jesus came that we might have life and have it more abundantly (John 10:10). We encourage you to

bring your child, children or grandchildren to Sunday School and we look forward to seeing you.

Other Scheduled Events On Wednesdays, at noon, you are cordially invited to NOON DAY PRAYER AT CPC, an hour of Power, Prayer, Praise and Testimony. Refreshments will be served. RSVP: (718) 862-9172.

Sunday, February 4, at the 11:00 a.m. Service – Observance of Official Boards Day. Theme: “Working to do His Will.” Our Guest Preacher will be Rev. Dr. Edgar Howard. All are welcome.

About Our Father’s Business “Walking by faith, not by sight, our eyes on the prize we scale the height Of Christian commitment in a troubled world, holding our ground as some among us fall.

Earnestly helping wherever we can, saying to the Master, yes, here I am.

Helping each other along the way, about our Father’s business every day.”

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

—Evan G. Mitchell

Community Protestant Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. Sunday School for children and adults is held at 9:15 a.m. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, lower level, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774.

And, be sure to extend your worship with us today and every Saturday, 4 – 5 p.m. on Principle Centered Living Radio, redeemradiofm.com. Also, learn more about our pastor and the principles of our church, while enjoying a laugh or two on Facebook (Principle Centered Living with Rev. Sheldon Williams). Please “Like” the page and share the posts. Only those who “LIKE” the page will qualify for upcoming contests and rewards.

Join us for a midweek spiritual pick-up at our midweek worship service held on Wednesdays at noon. Bible Study classes are held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m., and 7:30 p.m. Bible Class will also be held on Wednesday, January 31 at 5:00 p.m. Prayer service is held on Fridays at noon.

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

Tomorrow, Sunday, January 28, we will have the Installation of Officers during our 11 a.m. service. Rev. Larry Washington, pastor of Evergreen Missionary Baptist Church, will be the guest speaker. We invite all to attend.

The First Lady’s Ministry will sponsor its annual Women’s History Month event, “Herstory,” on Saturday, March 24, at 10:00 a.m. Central to this event is hearing from an African-American, female, community leader focusing on her life’s journey to her current status.

Their 2018 presenter will be Ms. Patricia Myers, manager of McCall’s Bronxwood Funeral Home Inc. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for children 3 y.o. to 12 y.o. All are invited to join us.

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

—Hattie L. Lucas

Co-op City Baptist Church

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worOutreach Program: Collection of non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms is ongoing. Please remember to donate. ship in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome.

For additional information on all of the above, you should call the church at Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the read- 718-320-0844, or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org.

“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom; * those who act accordinglying of the lessons and every fifth Sunday, our young adults assist in the service.

On Wednesdays, there is a very short midday service starting promptly at noon. have a good understanding; his praise endures forever.” –Psalm 111:10 —Merville Chambers Choir rehearsal is on Thursdays at 7 p.m.

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the first Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church.

The men hold their meeting after service on the second Sunday of each month.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, January 28, when we will celebrate The Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany. Our Family Owned and Operated supply priest, Father Simeon Johnson, will be the • Large Chapel • Pre-need counseling preacher and celebrant. on premises Members who have not yet submitted their 2018 • Out of town services Pledge Cards will not make it for the budget and • Ample Parking on premises Annual Meeting, but are encouraged to complete A dignified funeral every family can afford.

• Cremations and submit these cards as soon as possible.

• Casket Showroom All areas are handicapped accessible Upcoming Events and More on premises will be held after • The church’s Annual Meeting Personalized & Professional Care • 50 Years Serving Our Community service tomorrow, January 28. Please make every effort to attend.

Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America • Bishop’s Visit: The Right Reverend Allen K. Shin will be visiting our church next Sunday, February 4. It is important that we all come out in support of our church to hear the message from the bishop and updates from the Diocese.

• In view of the Bishop’s visit, the next ECW Meeting will be on February 11.

Serving all Call • Fundraising: 1) If you have not yet picked up your cultures 24 raffle tickets, please do so after service. 2) St. Joseph’s NOW WEBCASTING TO FAMILY AND FRIENDS ABROAD & faiths Hours Day Luncheon will be held at Eastwood Manor in the Bronx on Saturday, May 26, from noon until 5:00 p.m. www.mccalls.net • director@mccalls.net Flyers are out and we are depending on our members 4035 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, N.Y. to distribute them and spread the word. Contact information for tickets appears at the bottom of the flyers.

718-231-7647 Fax: 718-231-7665

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Church of the New Vision

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Upcoming Events Sunday, January 28th, the Youth Ministry is sponsoring a Breakfast Sale, 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m., donation $10.

My Body, God’s Temple Women’s Conference: Saturday, February 10, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., you are invited to join us for a day of sisterhood, fellowship and workshops to include Alzheimer and nutrition awareness, a low impact exercise session, along with a

nutritious lunch. We encourage all women of all ages and physical shape to join us. Please wear comfortable active wear for a blessed and fun event you don’t want to miss. Donation $20; for tickets and further information, kindly contact Sis. L. Scott at 718-671-2623.

Cruise with us in 2018, July 20th to July 27th on the Royal Caribbean’s Adventure of the Sea. Going to Port Canaveral, Fl., Cococay, Bahamas, and Nassau, Bahamas. Interior $1,025 - Ocean View $1,175 - Balcony $1,320. NOTE: $500 for all staterooms is due January 21. Entire balance is due by April 1 (price includes taxes, fees and transportation to/from cruise ship in NJ). Gratuities not included, can be charged to your stateroom upon check-in. No refunds after January 21. For additional information, please contact Sadie James at 718-652-8943 or Hermena Smith at 917-974-9282.

Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (203) 374-3020. Mailing address: P.O. Box 75303, Bronx, NY 10475. Visit our Facebook page: Church of the New Vision concerning upcoming events and trips or call the church.

—Sis. Carol Haque

Open Door Ministries Acts 2:42 “They devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching and to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” The purposes/activities of the church should be teaching biblical doctrine, providing fellowship for believers, observing the Lord’s supper, and praying.

Matthew 28:18 He told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and earth. 19 Therefore go and make disciples in all the nations, baptizing them into the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and then teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you; and be sure of this—that I am with you always, even to the end of the world.”

Ephesians 4:11-13 And His gifts to the church were varied and He Himself appointed some as apostles, some as prophets, some as evangelists, and some as pastors and teachers, 12 and He did this to fully equip and perfect God’s people for works of service, to build up the body of Christ, the church.

The fact that God calls certain men to “care for the church of God” Acts 20:28 proves that the church needs care. God gives us pastors because we need pastoring. How does a pastor minister to his people in a way that expresses due care and concern for them?

The pastor’s ministry is a humble ministry. An arrogant ministry is the most destructive kind of ministry.

The pastor’s ministry is a bold ministry. Paul didn’t just whisper or suggest what was true. He

declared it. Pastors aren’t called to be popular, but to be heralds of the truth.

The pastor’s ministry is a teaching ministry. The pastor is first and foremost a minister of the Word of God and he is called to take the Word to the people by preaching or teaching it.

The pastor’s ministry is a wide ministry. The pastor’s ministry goes out to all kinds of people and does not deliberately exclude any group.

The pastor’s ministry is a gospel ministry. What was the content of Paul’s message? “Repentance toward God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ.”

Paul’s gospel was not a social gospel or a prosperity gospel or any other misaligned or flat-out false gospel.

The pastor’s ministry is a pure ministry. This one is so important in an age where the prosperity gospel has risen to such prominence. Paul’s ministry was not about personal enrichment. It was not about ego or status. It was about serving God by caring for God’s people. Paul could look these people in the eye and say, “I only ever gave. I never took.” The pastor who loves your money hates your soul. –Tim Challies – 6 Marks of a Faithful Ministry Sunday Services are at 11 a.m. in Bartow Community Center, room 28.

Open Door Ministries’ Therapeutic Mentoring Program offers free coun-seling. Contact Pastor Luis by text 917-334-4407 or email opendoor ministries.net.

Blessings in Christ.

—Pastor Luis Ramos

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Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to attend worship service at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 Sundays: Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10: 30 a.m. Midday Worship Service starts at 11:45 a.m.

Wednesday: Prayer and fasting service every Wednesday morning at 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Bible Study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m. Effective Fervent Prayers change things. Come and experience the power of Biblical prayer. God’s power is released through His Word. Come and study the word of God; it can change your life.

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

Focus: THE MIRACLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STORM: Jesus walks on the things that cause us to fear.

And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, it is a spirit; and they cried out for fear: But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer, it is I, be not afraid.

And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou bid me come unto thee on the water. And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water to go to Jesus. But when he saw the wind boisterous he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried saying, Lord save me.

And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?

And when they were come into the ship, the wind ceased.

Then they that were in the ship came and worship him saying, of a truth thou art the Son of God. Matt.

14:26-33.

Life is much like the ocean in that it is seldom calm, as quickly as the winds of one storm subside, the horizon dances with the clouds of another one approaching.

Just as Jesus was the key to the disciples’ security on the sea that faithful night, he is our miracle in the storm of our lives.

The storm that arose frightened the disciples, and when they saw Jesus walking on the water, they thought they were seeing a ghost.

They cried out in fear, and Jesus revealed Himself to them.

The storms of life can make us afraid, however, if we keep our eyes on Jesus, He will deliver us from our problem. We have seen tornadoes, hurricanes, earthquakes, fire burning buildings out of control, snow storms where many people have lost their lives.

However, we must learn to trust in God believing in Him that He is able to take us through all the storms of life. When Peter saw the wind boisterous he was afraid and began to sink, therefore, our duty is to keep our eyes on Jesus. He arose and rebuked the wind, and said unto the sea, Peace be still. And the wind ceased, and there was a great calm. St. Mark 4:39.

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

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association

Greetings! At last night’s January 22nd meeting, we discussed various topics that we are following up on. Your input was most informative.

Reserve your seat at Sight and Sound to see “Jesus.” Our trip is scheduled for Saturday, May 12, leaving at 7 a.m. from Building 12. Adults $165 per person, each child under the age of 11, $140. Adult first deposit of $55 due January 30th, 2nd deposit of $55 due February 28th, final payment of $55 due March 30th.

Child first deposit of $40 due January 30th, 2nd deposit of $40 due February 28th, final payment of $40 due March 30th. Please make checks payable to Building 12 Cooperators Civic Association, 120 Casals Pl., 26L, Bronx, NY 10475. Contact Sonja, 718-379-7841, or Sonia at 718-379-8305 or Donald, 917-848-0122.

“Straight Outta Co-op City” shirt purchases can be made by contacting president of Building 11, Deborah Henry, 718-379-6312. Sizes are children (small-xl $10), adults (small-xl $12), adults (2x-3x $15).

Please be extra careful when you are out and about. Best wishes to all who are celebrating a special event this month. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who has suffered a loss or is sick and shut-in. If you see something, say something. To contact CCPD (Public Safety), call 718-671-3050.

We can be reached at MLSAH@aol.com or 718-379-7841. —Sonja Maxwell

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

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

Word Games 9:30-11 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Orange juice Library 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Stuffed cabbage Color Your Stress Away 11 a.m., Rm. 4 Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Curried chicken legs Weight Management 10:00 a.m.

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 w/beef, Mauzone Around The Lunch Table 11:30 a.m.

Arthritis Exercises 11 a.m.-noon Diabetes Support Group 1:00 p.m. – Last toasted barley & onion Black beans & rice Cabbage w/ Word Search 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Monday of the month Steamed carrots Bingo 1-2 p.m. shredded Bereavement Counseling 1 p.m., Rm. 13 Bingo 1-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Whole wheat bread Gentle Yoga 1:15-2:00 p.m., Rm. 2 Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Diabetes Support Group, 2nd Mon Fresh fruit Basic Cell Phone & iPad 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Dominoes 2:30 p.m. day - 1:00 p.m.

Intermediate Yoga 2-3 p.m.

Alt: Salmon salad Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Word Games: 9:30-11:30 a.m.

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

Beef meatballs in Walking Club: 10:30 a.m.

Lemon chicken Dominoes 10 a.m.

Alert & Alive 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. tomato sauce Rice a Roni Bingo: 12:30-2:00 p.m.

(New) Computer Class – Rm. 13 Pasta Green beans Beginner 11:00 a.m. - noon Caregiver Support Group: 1:00 p.m., Matinee Movie 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Garden salad Whole wheat bread 10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m., Aud. B Cultural Dance 1st and 3rd Tues.

Mixed vegetables Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Fresh fruit Karaoke by Steven 1-2 p.m., Rm. 45 Card Games: 2-4 p.m.

Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Alt: Egg salad Dominoes: 2:30 p.m.

Afternoon Movie 1 p.m.

Computer Class – Rm. 13; Beginner 10Blood Pressure: Every 1st and 3rd Walk Group 9:30 a.m., Rm. 40 Orange Pineapple 11 a.m.; Intermediate – 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Wednesday 9-10 a.m.

Juice Only 6 seats available.

Games 9:30-11 a.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Stay Well Exercise 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Southwest turkey Homemade Roast 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Line Dancing 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. meatloaf pork Spanish style Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

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

Bingo 1-2 p.m.

Kale w/tomato Steamed kale Tai Chi 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Mashed potatoes Spanish Practice Class 10:30 a.m., Yuca Mind Teasers 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

Whole wheat bread Computer Lab African Brazilian Dance 1 p.m., Rm. 2 Smartphone Class Bartow Main office Canned pears Art Class 1-3 p.m.

Beginner – 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Alt: Tuna salad Yoga 2 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 2 Intermediate 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.

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

Dominos 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Orange juice, Breaded Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Word Games 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Pollock fish fillet, YelTeriyaki chicken Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Grandparent Connection 1st Thurs., 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Rm. 35 10:30am breast Spanish Class 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Blood Pressure 10-11:30 a.m. 1st & 3rd, Rm. 8 low rice, Braised red Bartow Main Office Arthritis Exercise 11 a.m., Rm. 45 cabbage, Whole wheat Brown rice Line Dancing 10-11 a.m., Aud. A Chat Session 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. bread, Fresh fruit Spelling Bee 11 a.m.

Steamed vegetables Bingo 1-2 p.m.

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

Alt: Curried chicken Word Search 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Drama Club 1:30-4:00 p.m. salad Karaoke by Steven 1 p.m., Rm. 45 Dominos 2:30 p.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Men’s Line Dancing 9-10 a.m.

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

Apple juice Art 10 a.m., Rm. 45 Word Games 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session Bingo 1 p.m.

– 2 p.m.

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

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

Fish w/creole sauce Card Games 2-4 p.m.

Meditative Moments 11 a.m.–12 p.m., Sweet potato sautéed Chat Session 10 a.m.

Pokeno 2-4 p.m., Rm. 35 Baked sweet potato Rm. 8 Piano Sing-along 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Cauliflower Souffle Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Fri., 10- Pokeno 3rd Fri., 1-2:30 p.m.

Steamed spinach Bingo 1-2 p.m.

11:30 a.m., Rm. 45 Challah bread Bingo 1-3 p.m.

Card Games 2-4 p.m.

(New) Free Oil Painting Classes Rm. Card Games, Dominoes 2-4 p.m.

Alt: Gefilte Fish Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

38, 10:00 -11:30 a.m.

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Fri., Feb. 2

Thu., Feb. 1

Wed., Jan. 31

Tues., Jan. 30

Mon., Jan. 29

Kosher

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

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

JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Payments for trips can be made at all three centers. Trip registration policy: There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – JASA will not accept checks under $5.

(FREE) LiveOn NY- SCRIE/SNAP (Food Stamps) Assistance – Fri., Feb. 9th & Feb. 23rd; 9 a.m.-2 p.m., JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. No appointments. Walk-ins! First come! First served! Please make copies of your documents before coming to the office.

Notary change for 2018 in Dreiser Loop – Jeannette Graves will be available every Thurs., at 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 13 for the months of Jan., Feb. & Mar., 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

New Computer class for beginners – Every Tues., 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Every Wed., 11 a.m.-12 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 13. To sign-up for the class, please call the Dreiser office at 718-320-1345. Only 6 seats are available.

St. Mary’s Pool – Fri., Feb. 9th; $3. Pool aerobics for seniors, 10 a.m. –12 p.m. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m. There is a $25 yearly fee to use the facility, which can be paid at the pool by check or money order.

Empire Casino – Tues., Jan. 30th; $5. Bartow, 9:30

Non-Kosher

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

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

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

a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Wait list.

Wal-Mart – Thurs., Feb. 1st; $15. Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Einstein, 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 9 a.m. Wait List.

Lighthouse Guild – Vision Presentation, Thurs., Feb. 1st, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Bartow Senior Center, 2049 Bartow Ave., rm. 31.

Stew Leonard’s – Fri., Feb. 2nd; $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m.

“Remembrance through Film” – Fri., Feb. 2nd; Showing: Red Tails at 1 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7.

Chronic Diseases Self-Management Class – 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 13 starting Fri., Feb. 2nd from 10 a.m. -12 p.m. for 6 weeks. Lunch included.

Only 18 seats are available. Please call the JASA main office, 718-320-2066, to sign up.

Fairway – Mon., Feb. 5th; $3. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Empire Casino – Tues., Feb. 6th; $5. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m. Wait List.

Health & Wellness Support Group every Tues. starting Feb. 6th; 135 Einstein Loop Senior Center, room 49, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Health & Wellness Support Group every Tues. starting Feb. 7th, 2049 Bartow Ave. Senior Center, rm. 31; 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Central Avenue – Christmas Tree Store, Traders Joe’s & Amazing Savings; Thurs., Feb. 8th; $13. Bar-

Upcoming Events/Trips

tow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m.

“Remembrance through Film” – Fri., Feb. 9th.

Showing: A Raisin in the Sun at 1 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, rm. 7.

Shoprite – Tues., Feb. 13th; $3. Bartow, 9:30 a.m.; Einstein, 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser, 10 a.m.

Mohegan Sun – Sat., March 24th; $40. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:15 a.m. & Einstein Loop, 8:30 a.m. Arrive at 11 a.m. Depart: 5 p.m.

Bonus package is $15 bet & $10 for food. Refreshments will be served on the bus. Final payment due no later than Fri., March 10th. Wait List.

“Jesus” at the Sight & Sound Theater – Thurs., April 26th; $130. Refreshments will be provided.

Deluxe Motor Coach transportation. Enjoy a delicious, family-style luncheon at the Good & Plenty Restaurant from 1–2 p.m. Show starts at 3 p.m.

Depart from destination at 5:30 p.m. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:45 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 9 a.m. & Einstein Loop, 9:15 a.m. 50 seats available. Final payment due no later than Fri., March 24th. Wait List.

“Game Day” – Sat., Feb. 24th at the 135 Einstein Loop Senior Center; Dominos, Cards, Bingo & lunch: Baked chicken, macaroni & cheese, sautéed string beans. (Kosher food by request). Call the Einstein Senior Center, 718-671-5161, or stop by to sign up for lunch. $2 in advance and $5 at the door.

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Scheduling Activities Calendar

Goose Island Seniors

Bingo — Sunday, January 28th, 1:30 p.m., with Stephen in our club room #39. All are welcome.

Admission, $5 for 3 cards and $1 for Jackpot Sheets.

Bring your daubers. Extra cards are 25¢ each. Full Card Jackpot will be played in three parts. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

Bingo — Wednesday, January 31th, 1:30 p.m., with Stephen in our club room #39. Members only.

(One time non-member guest visit is allowed).

Admission, $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and jackpot.

Extra cards are 25¢ each. Refreshments and snacks will be served.

Cell phone Instruction — Cell phone and computer questions and answers are available to our members every Wednesday at 4 p.m. after Bingo.

Valentine Party — February 7th at 1:30 p.m., with Stephen, in our club room #39. Members only $3 donation. Bring your spouse, bring your lover, bring your BFF, no dogs or cats allowed. It’s a cover dish party, so if you want to cook something feel free. The food you brought to the swearing-in was great, thank you so much.

Resorts Casino — Thursday, February 15th, in Atlantic City, N.J. Price is $35. Rebate $20 for play, $5 toward food. Time change: 8:30 a.m. at our three usual bus stops. Passengers will stay inside your center hallway to keep warm until called to board bus. If bus company cancels, a full refund to another casino trip will be given. There are still seats left.

See Ann or Stephen. Office hours at end of article.

Game Days — Tuesdays and Thursdays, our

club room is set up for Dominoes, Spades, UNO, Kalooki and Mahjong from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ($1 is collected for refreshments).

Sister Act — Friday, June 15, at the Westchester Broadway Theatre, Elmsford, NY. Come and enjoy a delicious lunch and a terrific show. Price $79. See Ann or Stephen.

To all members: Happy Birthday and Happy Anniversary to all members who celebrate their day in the month of January: Edythe Rosenberg, Linda Drax-Werner and Toby Landau.

Our Lounge — Come sit and relax, read a book from our large library, play Dominoes, Mahjong or Cards every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. ($1 is collected for refreshments and snacks).

Play Bingo every Wednesday and last Sunday of each month for only $15 per year. Also, come with us on wonderful trips. Membership dues are for indoor club room activities only, except Sunday Bingo.

Note: Call Ann or Stephen at Goose Island Seniors, 718-379-9613, or visit Ann, Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., at 135 Einstein Loop, rm.

39. Visit or call Stephen in room 39, every Mon. & Fri. from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m., Tue. & Thurs., 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. and Wed., 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Call Stephen at 347-847-1941.

Good health to all.

—Stephen Roberts Sr.

Shareholders, not tenants!

Become involved in your building association!

FYI: The government shut-down will not affect the following: Social Security payments to retirees, individuals with disabilities and other beneficiaries; Medicare beneficiaries will still get health care services (but doctors & hospitals will have to wait to get paid); VA hospitals, medical centers and clinics will be operational; mail will be delivered; employees who issue tax refunds would be furloughed and a prolonged shutdown could delay refunds.

Good & Welfare: Please contact our Good & Welfare coordinator, Frances Wilson, 718-671-5493, if you have a family member who has passed or one of our members who is sick, in the hospital or in a nursing home.

2018 Tour Activities April 10, 2018-April 11, 2018: Sight & Sound Theatre & Sands Casino – Motorcoach trip to Sands Casino with casino bonus and shopping; next day (after breakfast) to Sight & Sound spectacular production of “Jesus” to experience the greatest rescue story of all time (reserved seating); dinner & breakfast coupons. $309/person - Double; $395 – Single; $295/person Triple; $50/per person Deposit + optional Travel Protection, $34/per person due A.S.A.P. Final payment due February 23. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

May 14- 19: Windsor, Ontario (Canada) – CANCELLED. Contact Judith, 718-379-3370.

July 21, 2018: Nordic Lodge & Foxwoods Casino – All-You-Can-Eat Lobster Buffet; 4-hour stay at Foxwoods Casino; deluxe Motorcoach transportation; $170. Deposit: $50, due A.S.A.P.; balance due JUNE 1. Contact Hannah, 718- 379-7962.

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

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

They may be mailed to the Group/Trip Leader.

—Delores Debnam

AARP Chapter #4997

Association of Building 14 Cooperators

Keeping on track with our first quarter activities for 2018, please mark your calendar and plan to attend, participate, or support the following: • “Show Some Love,” our annual Valentine’s Day Fundraiser will be celebrated Friday-Sunday, February 9th – 11th. As in the past, we invite and encourage you to express your love, endearment, remembrance and well wishes to the people who have impacted or influenced your life. Cooperators of all ages get to post $1 heart-shaped doilies throughout the lobby. It is a fantastic show of love and compassion of which this world needs more of!

• Annual Building Dues Collection will be scheduled for early/mid-March; the dues are $5 per household and participation is optional. The funds allow the association to provide refreshments for meetings and special events; and, purchase office-type supplies, holiday decorations and small giveaways, i.e., Thanksgiving Gift Certificate, door prizes.

A Gentle Reminder Trash & Recycling: Let’s be more considerate and diligent in breaking down all boxes placed in the compactor room, in tying or securing large stacks of paper/magazines and in taking household goods, such as small appliances, furnishings, sporting goods, and all bulk items, directly to the basement yourself. In general, by doing your part, complaints about how long the porters hold the elevators for trash pick-up and undesirable pests can be minimized, if not eliminated.

Your concerns, questions and ideas are always welcome. Call 917.612.1951.

—Josie Ferguson

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Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue

Our first trip of the year is Sunday, March 18, to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City. The cost of the trip is $35 per person. You will receive $25 slot play.

Shop at the outlets, enjoy the sights, food and have a good time. All men and women over 21 years old can attend our trips and functions. You need a Resorts Casino card or a Government ID, passport, non- or driver’s license to receive the bonus. On the bus, we provide a drink, snacks, play Bingo, 50/50 raffle and show a recent movie. We keep you entertained, the trip goes fast to Atlantic City.

The bus stops by all three shopping centers going and returning. This trip, we will be leaving Einstein Loop at 8:00 a.m. by the supermarket, Asch Loop at 8:15 a.m. by the library, and Dreiser Loop by 8:25 a.m.

For a reservation, call Gary at 718-671-8424 or Bruce at 718-320-2234.

Please make out check or money order to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Lobby, Building 27B, Bronx, New York 10475. Cash also accepted.

Hope to see you on the trip. Your support of the Men’s Club is greatly appreciated. Wishing everyone peace and good health.

—Gary Schwartz

Try your luck with the Men’s Club

National Council Of Negro Women

Black History Month – Save the date, Saturday, February 24, when we will have our 17th Annual Black History Month Youth Celebration, co-sponsored with the Riverbay Fund. This free event will take place in Dreiser Center, Auditorium B from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Light refreshments will be served! Youth groups and young adults interested in volunteering to showcase their talent in song, dance, stepping, playing an instrument, poetry, spoken word, drama skit, etc., please call the NCNW Youth Committee at 917-399-2643.

Women’s Celebration Program – Save the date, Saturday, April 21. This will be an afternoon, free event in room 4, Dreiser Center. The theme is “Love Yourself.” This will be a literary afternoon of poetry, book excerpts, play monologues and recitations that will all encompass self-care, self-esteem and the strength of Black women. If you are interested in taking part, please email worrellswords@aol.com.

Spirit Cruise Pre-Mothers’ Day Celebration – Back by popular demand, we will once again celebrate Mothers’ Day on a Gospel Luncheon Cruise on Saturday, May 12, for a delightful 2-hour cruise with a lunch buffet, DJ and dancing, skyline views on New York Harbor and great gospel music as well.

Mother will be delighted! No last minute desperate arrangements for you! For just $80 per person, your preparations are complete. For more information, contact (718) 379-3788 or (347) 602-5600 or (917) 670-4012. Checks are payable to NCNW Co-op City Section and can be mailed to PO Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. No refunds, please.

Bethune Height Recognition Program – Plans are underway for our 44th Annual Bethune Height Recognition Program that will take place on Saturday, May 19, at Russo’s On the Bay, 162-45 Cross Bay Boulevard, Howard Beach, NY. This is a celebration in which all NCNW sections in New York State come together to support and live the legacy of NCNW’s founder, Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune and Dr. Dorothy I. Height, Chair/President Emerita, by contributing to the work for which they dedicated their lives. The luncheon will be from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. and will cost $100. The theme for this year’s BHRP is “National Council of Negro Women, Strong through Multi-Generational Commitment.”

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

—Joyce Howard

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Traditional Synagogue

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of Building 27B. We are on the ground floor of Building 27B; it’s handicap accessible, no steps. Phone #: 718-379-6920.

Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message.

The synagogue has Services Saturday morning starting at 9 a.m. Try your best to come to services during the Winter months. After services, we always have a nice kiddush. Our services are open to all Jewish men and women in Co-op City.

The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue. Rabbi Kronengold will be conducting services every Saturday.

The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Section 5 and other parts of Co-op City who don’t come to service. Please come by 10 a.m. so we can take out the Torah. Our synagogue has a casual atmosphere. Come on down for about two hours. This will be a mitzvah, you’ll feel better. We welcome all men and women from the Young Israel in Section 1 who want to attend services. We are now the only synagogue in Co-op City.

Sabbaths ends on Saturday, January 27, at 5:51 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, February 02, at 4:56 p.m.

This Saturday, in honor of Tu b’hevat, which is on January 31, hot traditional Jewish food will be served after services. Also dried fruits and regular fruits.

Purim Party: Thursday, March 1, we will celebrate the Purim Holiday. The rabbi will read the Book of Esther (The Megillah) at 11:00 a.m., followed by a Purim party, 50/50 raffle and Mini Bingo. The cost for the party is $20. We will be serving roasted chicken, mixed salad, potato and macaroni salad, coffee, tea, soda and hamantaschen. For reservation, call the synagogue, 718-379-6920, or Marilyn, 347-449-5005.

Also, the rabbi will read the Megillah on Wednesday, February 28th, at about 8:15 p.m. in the Synagogue.

Good & Welfare: We sell Tree Certificates in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health. If you asked the rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make a donation to the synagogue. Wishing birthday wishes to Ira Herschaft, Saul Weber, Edith Rosenberg, Joan Brown and Toby Landau.

Fun and Games: After services and kiddush, some men and women play Rummy Cube game.

Your support of the Traditional Synagogue, and Men’s Club is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health, and a happy holiday season. —Gary Schwartz

Church of God’s Children

Church of God’s Children, located at 127 Dreiser Loop, patio level, to the right of Montefiore Clinic, welcomes you to a Word-teaching house of worship.

We invite you with open arms to come along to our church, we hope that you can join with us in worship and God’s word.

If you have needs, and want someone to listen and to pray, we’re here for you with open hearts and God’s love to give away.

Schedule of Services: Sunday – Spanish Worship 9:30 a.m.; English Worship, 1:15 p.m.; Sunday Bible Studies – Spanish Women Studies, English Women & Men Studies, English Children Studies, 11:30 a.m.; Monday-Fasting-PrayerWord Study, 9:30 a.m.; Wednesday - Intercessory Prayer & The Word, 7 p.m.

Sat., July 21 – Trip to Sight & Sound in Lancaster, PA to see the new show titled “Jesus.” Trip includes: Bus fare, movie on bus, discount coupons to the famous Tanger Outlets shopping-mall chain featuring a variety of brand-name & designer outlet stores. Dinner at the Hershey Farm, a full-service family restaurant offering a scrumptious dinner smorgasbord. Adults $181; Children up to 12, $119. Reserve your seat ASAP with a $50 deposit.

Luke 19:1-10 Zacchaeus worked as a chief tax collector for the Roman government. His profession caused him to be despised by his fellow Jews. When Jesus sought him out and asked to visit his home, the crowd was dismayed—the Lord was associating with someone whose conduct made him a sinner in their eyes. The Savior responded, “For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save that which was lost.” The word “lost” is a biblical term used to describe the spiritual situation of everyone who has yet to receive Jesus Christ as his or her personal Savior. In this state, a person is separated from God—there is physical life but no spiritual connection to the heavenly Father. Lost doesn’t have to do with physical location; it speaks instead of spiritual deadness (Eph. 2:1), when the mind is blind to the truth of God. Man’s sinfulness was established through the disobedient action of the first human being—Adam. When he supported Eve’s plan and disobeyed God, his nature became one of rebellion, and all generations from then on have inherited his sinful flesh tendencies. Everyone is born into this world with a nature bent away from God (Rom. 5:12). Zacchaeus was a sinner because of his lost condition, not because of his greedy profession. Good behavior doesn’t make us a Christian, nor does bad conduct disqualify us. The tax collector received salvation through faith in Jesus. By trusting in Christ as Savior, we, like Zacchaeus, are no longer lost; we’re made spiritually alive. Hallelujah!

There will be a CB10 Ad-Hoc Co-op City committee meeting on Monday, 1/29 at Aud. A, 177 Dreiser Loop.

—Bishop Nancy Rosario

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Newsong Church

12 When the angel of the Lord appeared to Gideon, he said, “The Lord is with you, mighty warrior.” 13 “Pardon me, my Lord,” Gideon replied, “but if the Lord is with us, why has all this happened to us? Where are all his wonders that our ancestors told us about when they said, ‘Did not the Lord bring us up out of Egypt?’ But now the Lord has abandoned us and given us into the hand of Midian.” 14 The Lord turned to him and said, “Go in the strength you have and save Israel out of Midian’s hand. Am I not sending you?” 15 “Pardon me, my lord,” Gideon replied, “but how can I save Israel? My clan is the weakest in Manasseh, and I am the least in my family.” –Judges 6:12-15 (NIV) Gideon wasn’t in a very good mood.

He had been surrounded by negative thinking for so long that it impacted the way he thought about himself and the way he thought about God. Consistent negative thinking will lead to consistent negative living.

Gideon saw himself as too weak to be used by God. He saw himself as worthless in God’s plan to use him.

Chances are that your thoughts about you and God’s thoughts about you are not the same. Perhaps like Gideon, you see yourself as a failure, you see yourself as never amounting to anything, or maybe you see yourself as someone who cannot possibly be loved

by God, let alone be used by Him. If that’s you today, I want to point out that God sees what you and I don’t see. Notice that God called Gideon a

“Mighty Warrior” even though Gideon was still caught up in his feelings about himself. God’s not intimidated by your negative thoughts!

You may see yourself as worthless, but God sees you as priceless. You’re worth so much to Him that He paid for your salvation with the blood of His Son Jesus. You’re not an accident, God has a plan for your life! You’re not an orphan, you’re a child of the living God! You’re no victim, you’re a victor in Jesus! You may have failed, but you’re not a failure! It’s time to change the way you think, and see yourself through the eyes of God! If you’re a follower of Jesus, then the Holy Spirit of God lives inside of you! Fix your thoughts on God’s Word, stand on His amazing promises for your life, and take captive every thought that doesn’t align itself with what God says about you! It’s time to hit the reset button, and move forward in 2018!

We invite you to join us this Sunday as we continue our teaching series “Return to Me.” This Sunday’s Schedule New Location: 135 Einstein Loop (room 45) Service Times: 10 a.m. & 12 p.m. *Kidsong available at both services *Deaf Interpretation available at 12 p.m.

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

—Pastor Mike Tolone

Reset the way you think – Part Two

Greater Love Refuge Ministries “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Psalms 46:1 Spiritual Food for Thought: Look for God even when you don't feel like it. When you find him, you will regain strength and hope. God is your help in troubling times, and will energize you to be able to deal with your situation regardless of how daunting it seems. There is nothing beyond God’s reach.

Senior Pastor Boyce Landrum and Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family welcome you to worship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m.

Worship at Greater Love Refuge Ministries means gathering with people of all ages and cultures to express our love for God, our Heavenly Father, and Jesus Christ, our Savior. Greater Love is conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y., 10475; main entrance - red button. Parking is available for a nominal fee in Garage #1 on Darrow Place.

SWAG (Spiritual Wisdom & Guidance) Youth Ministry: All are invited to attend tomorrow’s 11:30 a.m. Morning Worship Service led by our Youth Church. Our youth leader, Rahlique Batista, will preside over the service and the message will be delivered by the Sunday School teacher for our youth, Sis. Alecia Benjamin. Please come out and support our young people who are on fire for Jesus Christ. As a reminder, our Youth Church (age 5-13) meets at 11:30 a.m. on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday, under the direction of Pastor Carol Landrum. Sunday School is at 10:00 a.m. every Sunday.

Parents, we urge you to bring your children to Greater Love so that they can come to know about the great, big wonderful God we serve!

Prayer Line: Thursday evening, 9 p.m. to 10

The Circle of Christ Church family extends a warm welcome to you and your family and invites you to come and worship with us at 147 Dreiser Loop, patio level (located in the Dreiser Community Center).

La familia de la Iglesia Circulo de Cristo les extiende una cálida invitación a usted y su familia para que vengan a alabar a Dios junto con nosotros. Nos encontramos en el 147 de Dreiser Loop, al nivel del patio (localizado en el centro Comunal de Dreiser).

We are a multicultural church that embraces God’s love for all. Family unity is very important to us. We have a wonderful children ministry focus on learning God’s word.

Somos una iglesia multicultural que recibe y da del amor the Dios para todos.

La unidad de la familia es muy importante para nosotros.

Our Youth Ministry is very active and dynamic. The youth are involved in music, retreats, concerts, debates, conferences, drama, counseling among many other activities.

Tenemos un ministerio para los jóvenes que es muy dinámico. Los jóvenes disfrutan de música, retiros, conciertos, debates, conferencias, dramas, consejería y mucho mas.

We also have a food pantry for those in need in our community. Our phone number is 347-945-1992 in case there is no one in the office please feel free to leave a message, we will call you back.

Suplimos comida a aquellos en nuestra comunidad que lo necesitan. Nuestro teléfono es 347-945-1992 de no haber nadie en la oficina sientancen libres de dejar un mensaje, le devolveremos su llamada.

Thought For The Week 2 Corinthians 4:18 – While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen are temporal; but the things which are not seen are eternal.

Reflexion Para La Semana 2 Corintios 4:18 – Así que no nos fijamos en lo visible, sino en lo invisible, ya que lo que se ve es pasajero, mientras que lo que no se ve es eterno.

English Services Wednesday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study.

Friday, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Youth Night Sunday, 11:00 a.m., Worship and the Word Children Church, 5 years old to 12 years old Little lamb nursery.

Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 a.m., Prayer and the Word Thursday, 5:00 p.m., Boys and Girls Club Horario de Servicios en Español Domingo, 9:00 a 10:30 a.m., Alabanzas y Predicación Jueves, 12:00 p.m., Oración y Estudio Bíblico Special Events Boys and Girls Club, every Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. Boys and Girls Club is free.

—Pastor Sam Colon

Circle of Christ Church

p.m., dial 712.770.4010 – Access code: 527976.

Five Loaves & Two Fish Food Pantry: Donations of non-perishable items & toiletries are needed. Please bring donations to the church or call us to arrange a convenient drop off time. The pantry will reopen on Saturday, February 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

New York State Chaplaincy Task Force: Greater Love church is again a host site for the NYSCTF program/training. The current session began on Thursday, January 25 at 7:00 p.m. under the direction of Chaplain (Reverend) Kim Osorio. If you have an interest or questions about the 10-week program, feel free to call the instructor, Reverend Osorio, at 646-265-2173.

Weekly Schedule Church Phone: 347-920-5607 Adult & Children Sunday Morning Bible School, 10:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Continental Breakfast: 11 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship: 11:30 a.m.

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

Adult Bible Study/Discipleship Class: Tuesday evenings: 7:00 p.m.

Mid Week Prayer – Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.

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

Deacon Training: Thursday at 7 p.m.

Food Pantry: 4th Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Mosaic Women’s Ministry: Majestic Men Ministry Choir Rehearsal: Friday, 7:30 p.m.

—Pastor Carol Landrum

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Building 21 Association

Now is the time…

Greetings, shareholders and cooperators. Those of you who attended the Building 21 General Meeting last Thursday got a real education on how we will progress forward with Altice Optimum as our new cable provider. Now is the time shareholders, now is the time, to keep coming out in big numbers whenever there is a gathering that is close by you. Notice the last sentence did not designate “what” gathering to attend or what gathering is important because all gatherings and meetings in this community are important. Each of us, not “should,” we must show up for our own community and its needs or we will endure whatever cards we are dealt. You came out in big numbers because you wanted to be heard. Keep coming out, shareholders. Keep coming out, because now is the time, to be effective.

THINK TANK at Building 21 is in session every Friday at 8:30 p.m. This is where we listen and discuss your ideas in an effort to empower each and every shareholder in CO-OP City. THINK TANK at Building 21 is where we develop these ideas, in “The Gathering Room” in the rear of The B Section. ALL are welcome. Come and bring a friend with you. Did you know that the 21 Association Rewards Points Program was developed in a Think Tank session?

The 21 Association Rewards Point Program is in full swing…The rewards are for all 21 Association members, BUT NOT 21 ASSOCIATION BOARD MEMBERS. Note: A member is a shareholder who has paid their annual $5 dues to the building association. Any shareholder of CO-OP City is eligible to be a paid member of The Building 21 Association.

Floor Captains are an ABSOLUTE NECESSITY IN EVERY BUILDING All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. CONTACT NUMBERS (FOR YOUR FLOOR ONLY) • LIST ALL EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS AND DISTRIBUTE TO EACH NEIGHBOR 2. CO-OP CITY TIMES • PLACE THEM AT EACH APARTMENT DOOR (Delivered on Saturdays) 3. ELEVATOR NOTICES • READ THEM AND TALK TO YOUR NEIGHBORS ABOUT THEM 4. PROMOTE: • MEETINGS, CLUBS AND GATHERINGS 5. ENCOURAGE YOUR NEIGHBORS TO: • VOTE – VOTE – VOTE! N THE RIVERBAY ELECTION • MAKE CALLS TO THE RIVERBAY OFFICES SECURITY 718-671-3050 CSO OFFICES 718-320-3300 We are dedicated to the self-development and empowerment of every shareholder in CO-OP City. We are passionate about our community. Don’t you share this positive energy and passion? Come join us at Building 21 anytime. See you around the neighborhood!

—Michelle Marbury

Domestic Hot & Cold Water Shut Down Bldg. 12, “M” Line; Bldg. 13, “G” Line Domestic hot & cold water will be shut down in order to do restoration work.

DATE: MONDAY, JANUARY 29, 2018 TIME: 9:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. As soon as the work has been completed, the hot & cold water will be restored.

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

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

—CSO(Dreiser Loop, rm. 6)

Animal Shelter

(Continued from page 1)

Now the city is proposing that the land be used for a 47,000 square foot animal shelter run by the Animal Care Centers of New York City (ACC), the first such facility in the Bronx operated by ACC which currently runs full-service animal shelters in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Staten Island.

The development of the Bronx ACC shelter proposed for Bartow Avenue is part of a $98 million investment in the development and renovation of full service animal shelters in all five boroughs. According to the Mayor’s office, the Bronx shelter proposed for Bartow Avenue is preliminarily scheduled to open in 2024.

But before it does, or even before the first shovel is pushed into the ground for its construction, CB 10 District Manager Cruz said the project must go through the Uniformed Land Use Review Procedure (ULURP) which means that Co-op City residents either for or against the project will have their chance to offer their views before the community board decides whether or not to recommend that the project go through. That process is likely many months, if not years, away.

Riverbay Board President Linda Berk, who is one of the community voices advocating for a youth center in Co-op City, said this week upon hearing the news of the animal shelter: “We are a ‘No Pet’ community, except for comfort dogs with documentation. We do not need an animal shelter, we need a community center! If $60 million can be budgeted for an animal shelter, then budget $120 million for a state-of-the-art community center like the one built in Chelsea.

“We cannot allow the development of land around this community to dictate our quality of life. As a large voting bloc, our concerns and needs must be recognized.”

The Board president urges Co-op City shareholders to “get involved and stay tuned,” as this project develops, “there will be more to come,” she noted.

In touting the need for additional ACC shelters in New York City, the Mayor’s office points to the fact that these shelters have successfully adopted 93% of all cats and dogs placed in them. According to the Mayor’s office, this placement percentage puts New York City supervised animal shelters as the best in the nation for finding homes for all homeless and abandoned animals that come under their care. With approximately 30,000 animals being sheltered annually in these facilities, more than 27,000 of those animals find homes rather than being put down. Gone are the days of yesteryear when ending up in a city animal shelter was almost always a death sentence for poor lost animals.

Mayor de Blasio said upon making the announcement earlier this week: “The two new facilities in the Bronx and Brooklyn will build upon the City’s record 93% placement rate to ensure that all missing, homeless and abandoned animals within the city receive the care they need. These shelters will also offer direct adoption because we know how much New Yorkers love their pets, especially those in need of a home.”

ACC President and CEO, Risa Weinstock, said: “We are a completely different organization than we were even five years ago. We have become the goto place for NYC animal related issues – from pet adoption to rescue to help with keeping pets and families together. We are excited to bring that new level of service to the Bronx with the addition of a new facility.”

The Mayor said that the new Bronx shelter will have the capacity to temporarily house 70 dogs, 140 cats, 30 rabbits, and 20 other animals of differing species.

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THIS DAY IN HISTORY January 27, 1888 National Geographic Society Is Founded

On January 27, 1888, the National Geographic Society is founded in Washington, D.C., for “the increase and diffusion of geographical knowledge.”

The 33 men who originally met and formed the National Geographic Society were a diverse group of geographers, explorers, teachers, lawyers, cartographers, military officers and financiers. All shared an interest in scientific and geographical knowledge, as well as an opinion that in a time of discovery, invention, change and mass communication, Americans were becoming more curious about the world around them. With this in mind, the men drafted a constitution and elected as the Society’s president a lawyer and philanthropist named Gardiner Greene Hubbard. Neither a scientist nor a geographer, Hubbard represented the Society’s desire to reach out to the layman.

Nine months after its inception, the Society published its first issue of National Geographic magazine. Readership did not grow, however, until Gilbert H. Grosvenor took over as editor in 1899. In only a few years, Grosvenor boosted circulation from 1,000 to 2 million by discarding the magazine’s format of short, overly technical articles for articles of general interest accompanied by photographs. National Geographic quickly became known for its stunning and pioneering photography, being the first to print natural-color photos of sky, sea and the North and South Poles.

The Society used its revenues from the magazine to sponsor expeditions and research projects that furthered humanity’s understanding of natural phenomena. In this role, the National Geographic Society has been instrumental in making possible some of the great achievements in exploration and science. To date, it has given out more than 1,400 grants, funding that helped Robert Peary journey to the North Pole, Richard Byrd fly over the South Pole, Jacques Cousteau delve into the sea and Jane Goodall observe wild chimpanzees, among many other projects.

Today, the National Geographic Society is one of the world’s largest non-profit scientific and educational institutions. National Geographic continues to sell as a glossy monthly, with a circulation of around 9 million. The Society also sees itself as a guardian of the planet’s natural resources, and in this capacity, focuses on ways to broaden its reach and educate its readers about the unique relationship that humans have with the earth.

Source: History.com

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