Co-op City Times 03/30/2024

Vol. 59 No. 13

Saturday, March 30, 2024

HCR Delays Carrying Charge Increase to July 1, 2024

BY ROZAAN BOONE

The New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) has amended the implementation date of the April 1, 2024 carrying charge increase in the amount of 8.1% for Co-op City shareholders. The carrying charge increase now becomes effective on Monday, July 1, 2024.

The amended Commissioner’s Order, dated March 22, 2024, was published on page 1 of the March 23, 2024 Co-op City Times, and is the result of negotiations among New York State Senator Jamaal Bailey and State Assemblyman Michael Benedetto with New York State Governor Kathy Hochul’s Office and HCR to provide some form of financial relief to shareholders.

State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto told the Co-op City Times this week: “After weeks of advocacy, I am pleased Senator Bailey and I were successful in getting the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal to pause this drastic increase. This delay (Continued on page 2)

CBDTP Toll Rates Finalized

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

The MTA Board voted and approved the rates for the Central Business District Tolling Program (CBDTP) on Wednesday, March 27, 2024.

Drivers will be charged for entering the Congestion Relief Zone, which extends from 60th Street in Manhattan below to the tip of the island.

While the zone incorporates all local streets or avenues below 60th Street, the Westside High-

Two Filing Options Available for 2023 Income Affidavit Filing Period: April 1–April 30, 2024

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Shareholders have two options to file their 2023 Income Affidavits this year – the traditional paper form, or an electronic form which will be available on the Riverbay website, https:// www.coopcity.com/income-affidavit, starting at midnight on Monday, April 1, 2024.

The filing deadline for the 2023 Income Affidavit is Tuesday, April 30, 2024.

Shareholders filing a manual paper income affidavit should be aware that the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) has changed the form – it is now in duplicate pink and white copies only. The paper form must be notarized.

Shareholders who do not receive their Income Affidavit package in the mail by the second week in April, can request and pick up a copy from the Riverbay Finance department starting on Monday, April 8. Copies can also be downloaded and printed from the Riverbay website, https://www. coopcity.com. In the coming weeks, the Finance department will be scheduling Income Affidavit help sessions. Once the schedule is set, information will be printed in the Co-op City Times and on the Riverbay Crawler, channel 12 (MATV) (Continued on page 2)

We wish our readers a happy and blessed Easter season.

way, the FDR Drive and Hugh L. Carey Tunnel direct connection to West Street are excluded from the zone.

Congestion pricing is expected to begin in June of this year, according to the MTA. The agency expects the revenue from the CBDTP to contribute to several capital improvement plans such as: accessibility improvements at 20 sub(Continued on page 5) way stations, signal

2024 Board Election Committee to Host Info.

Session for Prospective Candidates, April 8

BY ROZAAN BOONE

Board Directors Anika Green-Watson and Claudia Sampson, co-chairs of the 2024 Riverbay Board Election Committee, will host an information session on Monday, April 8, to educate potential candidates for the Riverbay Board of Directors about the election process and their responsibilities as Board directors.

The workshop, “So, You Want to be a Riverbay Board Director,” will begin at 7 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Center. Among the topics to be covered are an overview of the Riverbay Board of Directors, Board directors’ responsibilities, the application process and candidate eligibility requirements. There will also be a question and answer period for those interested in running for a seat on (Continued on page 4)

CCPD Seeks Person of Interest in Package Thefts The Department of Public Safety requests your assistance in locating the person of interest depicted in the photos below. If you see him, please call Public Safety immediately at 718-671-3050. Do not approach or confront this suspect as he has an extensive arrest history in and around Co-op City. The Department of Public Safety has previously arrested this suspect multiple times.

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Join the 2024 Riverbay Board Election Committee Dear fellow Shareholders, As we prepare for the upcoming 2024 Riverbay Board Election, we are excited to extend an invitation to dedicated individuals who would like to join the Election Committee (the “Committee”). This is a unique opportunity to actively participate in shaping the future of our community and ensure that the electoral process remains fair, transparent, and inclusive.

The Committee plays a crucial role in overseeing the electoral process. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated to promoting participation, maintaining neutrality, and safeguarding the security and confidentiality of the election process. If you possess integrity, strong communication skills, and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to consider joining the Committee.

If you are interested in joining the Election Committee or have any questions about the role, please go to: https://bit. ly/3x8qUz5 to fill out an application, scan the QR Code here, or contact the Election Committee at Riverbay2024Election@riverbaycorp. com. We look forward to your participation and thank you for your commitment.

Sincerely, Anika Green-Watson Claudia Sampson 2024 Election Committee co-Chairs (Continued on page 9)

Hot Water Shut-Downs Explained There have been a number of hot water shutdowns to Zones 1 & 2 recently, prompting questions from shareholders.

“Provided below from the Power Plant team is an explanation of the reason for the shutdowns and the process to make the necessary repairs to better serve shareholders as we move forward,” said Executive General Manager Marvin L. Walton. “When these leaks occur, we must do what’s necessary to address them as expeditiously and fully as possible to ensure continued service to the community. I hope this serves to allay some of the concerns that have been expressed to Management.”

Why has there been so many hot water shutdowns and why isn’t the issue fixed?

The short answer to this question is that there are a lot of leaks in our high temperature system that provides hot water to our buildings as well as heat to the shopping centers and local schools. Addressing a single leak is a three-step process; addressing a host of leaks is much more complicated.

The other factor is that every time the constant flow of water is interrupted, existing issues that wouldn’t normally become evident for days, weeks, or even months, may begin to present, leading to what seems like a large number of issues showing up simultaneously.

What is the three-step process to addressing small to medium size leaks?

Step 0: Have a leak and know the general area where it is located. The operators in the Power Plant can detect when there is a large leak but not where it is. The easiest way to find the general location of a leak is steam coming out of the ground or large patches of (Continued on page 9) discolored grass.

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Carrying Charge ––––– (Continued from page 1) will allow the Senator and I to work with the Governor’s office to see if additional funds can be allocated to Riverbay to offset or lessen this increase. We are fortunate to have a team in Albany that knows and listens to Co-op City, working to fix problems before they start.”

State Senator Bailey added: “Our focus remains on protecting the affordability of Co-op City for all of our residents. Together with Assemblyman Benedetto and Councilmember Riley, we remain fully committed to ongoing negotiations with the Governor’s office, HCR, and Riverbay Corporation. We are grateful for the delayed implementation of the carrying charge increase as we continue to work towards an equitable resolution and explore all avenues to ensure the best possible outcome for our community.”

Shareholders were informed last week’s that their April 2024 carrying charge statements will be late as a result of the amended HCR Commissioner’s Order. Shareholders are advised that they can still submit their April 2024 carrying charges using their current rate. Those paying by check without a statement must include their building and apartment number so their account

can be properly credited.

Monthly carrying charges can be paid online by registering with www.Zego.com. You may also check the Riverbay Crawler for information on registering with Zego for online payment of your monthly carrying charge which is fast and efficient, or use your cell phone to scan the QR code on the Crawler or here (at right) for faster connection to the Zego website. The Zego app can also be downloaded to your mobile device for convenience.

According to the HCR Commissioner’s Order of March 22, 2024 amending the effective date of the original carrying charge increase Order issued on February 22, 2024, (and published in the Saturday, March 2, 2024 Co-op City Times), “The February Order of the Commissioner otherwise remains in full force and effect with respect to is findings and determination; and its recitation of the prior proceedings and procedures are incorporated by reference in this amendment.”

Income Affidavit ––––– (Continued from page 1) and channel 591 (Optimum).

Those taking advantage of the electronic filing option can familiarize themselves with the process by watching an instructional video currently on the Riverbay website at https://www.coopcity.com/income-affidavit. Once the form becomes available on Monday, April 1, 2024, shareholders utilizing the option will click on the designated link on the landing page to begin the process.

According to the Finance department, first, shareholders will be provided with a link to register on Jotform. Shareholders will need their T-code. The T-code is your account number found at the upper right hand corner of your monthly carrying charge statement. Shareholders will be required to identify their building and apartment. This year, an improvement from last year’s pilot program is included in that the system will cross check account numbers with building and apartment number and inaccuracies will be flagged for the shareholder to correct before being allowed to move forward with the process.

Once the shareholder has registered with Jotform, they will then receive an email from DocuSign to verify their ID. This step replaces the notary in the electronic filing. Shareholders will be required to go through a “knowledge based” ID verification process to securely verify their identity prior to accessing the Income Affidavit digital form.

Please note that everyone 18 and older in the household has to prove their identity before beginning the electronic process. After shareholders have successfully verified their identification, they will then receive access to the digital income affidavit form to be completed online.

All forms will be signed electronically using DocuSign. DocuSign eSignature is document signing software used to collect approvals online legally and securely. It uses the strongest data encryption technologies available, (www. docusign.com). The use of an e-Signature will improve the shareholder’s experience and reduce the need to either mail or drop the completed Income Affidavit at the Riverbay Office.

Shareholders will be able to upload supporting documents such as their proof of homeowner’s insurance and tax returns where needed. At the bottom of Section B of the form, shareholders can click on the “paper clip icon” and follow the directions to upload their documents. A confirmation email will be received by the shareholder when the form is processed.

If a shareholder tries to resubmit a registration, the system will warn the shareholder, present the two submissions, and allow the shareholder to confirm a resubmission or cancel the new attempt to resubmit the data.

The electronic annual income affidavit project was spearheaded by Riverbay Assistant Executive General Manager Cary Smith III. Last year, New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (HCR) approved a pilot which was tested by shareholders who are registered to pay their monthly car-

rying charges online through Zego.com and were randomly selected to participate for the 2022 Income Affidavit cycle. In February 2023, HCR gave full approval to Riverbay for the program to be expanded to all shareholders.

Based on feedback received from the participants in last year’s pilot, changes were made to improve the process, user experience and to enable the solution to scale to a larger shareholder audience. Additional data capture and validation processes were also made to the existing process. For example, a dropdown was added to allow shareholders to select their building and apartment numbers this year to reduce typos that resulted on a number of filings during the 2022 pilot. However, the shareholder’s T-code or account number will have to be manually entered to provide initial validation. Additionally, a field was added to capture the preferred email to be used for the income affidavit process.

“We are thrilled to announce that we are officially launching the digital income affidavit submission process,” said Assistant General Manager Smith.

“The online affidavit will be live on the website this coming Monday, April 1st.

This form will streamline the process of submitting income information, making it more convenient for everyone who appreciates remote submission, and also more cost effective for the corporation. While the paper affidavit submission is still an option, we feel that this new digital affidavit form is a necessary step in technological advancement that will greatly benefit the community. We look forward to its launch and use by all.

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Federal Funding Awarded for More Electric School Buses

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

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Public Safety Reminder Shareholders ordering online packages are strongly encouraged to utilize alternate delivery locations supplied by online services. Direct delivery to lockers, hubs, and secure alternate delivery locations will decrease inconvenience, reduce crimes of opportunity and provide a reliable method of securing items delivered. To reduce package thefts, alternate delivery methods are strongly encouraged.

Dogs Must be Leashed at All Times When in Public Spaces The Department of Public Safety has received complaints that authorized dog owners are using several of the community’s gated parks as dog runs. It has been reported that dog owners are telling other shareholders that the parks are also dog parks.

This is not true.

All shareholders should also be aware that dogs must always be on a leash while in any public space within Co-op City. Shareholders with dogs found off leash are in violation of NYC Law and Riverbay rules and regulations.

If a dog is observed off leash, shareholders should not confront the violator. Please call Public Safety at 718-671-3050. Dispatchers are available 24 hours a day. A Community Complaint may be issued to the owner of a dog detected off leash on our property. The fine for this violation is $200.00.

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Mayor Adams announced on Monday, March 18, that New York City received significant federal funding to add more electric school buses.

In total, the city will receive $77 million from three federal grants, and the money will be used to add more electric school buses and to build an electric vehicle charging depot in the Bronx. $61.1 million of the funding comes from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus Grant Program and is earmarked to bring 180 electric school buses to the city’s fleet. This funding will quadruple the city’s number of current electric buses. $1.5 million in funding will come from the U.S. Joint Office of Energy and Transportation’s Ride and Drive Electric Program. This particular piece of funding will be used to support the implementation and coordination of the city’s electric school bus fleet. $15 million in remaining funding will be provided by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Grant Program for the construction of an electric vehicle charging depot at the Hunts Point Food Distribution Center. When explaining the reasoning for this location, Mayor Adams’ office called the project site “the busiest heavy trucking destination in New York state.” The new charging station will be designed to service electric freight trucks as well as electric passenger vehicles while offering regular and fast charging options.

Current projections for the charging facility estimate that the new depot will help charge more than 3,000 trucks and more than 4,000 passenger vehicles annually, as reported by the Mayor’s Office. By building the charging depot, the Mayor’s Office expects to reduce CO2 emissions in the area by 5.1 million tons.

This month’s funding announcement builds on the Mayor’s overall goal to convert the city’s school bus fleet to fully electric by 2035. In November of 2022, the city was awarded $18.3 million to purchase 51 new electric school buses.

All of the funding announced for the electrification of the city school bus fleet and the new charging depot stems from President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which was signed by the President in November of 2021.

During the funding announcement, Mayor Adams detailed the importance of investing in electric school buses and building a charging depot in the South Bronx. “I have always said that I am a five-borough mayor, and with this funding, we are building an even brighter future for the Bronx and our entire city. These grants will help us put more electric school buses on our streets, turn one of the world’s largest food distribution centers into one of the world’s greenest facilities, deliver cleaner air for our children, and help undo a long history of environmental racism in the South Bronx,” Mayor Adams said.

Co-op City Creatives National Poetry Month: Carla M. Cherry

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

Carla Cherry, 52, sits at her kitchen table and attends an online writing workshop on Zoom. Once her Zoom meeting ends and the room becomes quiet, she takes out her notebook and plays a song by Sweet Honey and the Rock.

For her, this is the perfect writing environment for a new poem.

Cherry has been a high school English teacher for 28 years and brings love of language home when she leaves the classroom. Though she is a lifelong Co-op City shareholder, residing in Section 5, she has a generational Carla Cherry connection to Harlem. April is national poetry month, and she recently completed a chapbook on that bond.

“I like to think of my work in this great continuum about what’s going on in the world, and how the world can be a better place,” said Cherry.

Graduating from City College in 2020, the experience improved her use of imagery, thematic development, and editing skills. While she pursued her MFA in creative writing there, her research surrounding photographer James Van Der Zee inspired her to write a poetry collection titled, “Sundays and Hot Buttered Rolls: A Granddaughter of Harlem Speaks.” A lot of the chapbook is dedicated to her father, who grew up in the neighborhood in the 40s and 50s, and regularly brought Cherry back there as a child.

He introduced her to places like Liberation Bookstore and Harlem’s 135th Street Library, both had a clear influence on her heritage-centered writing. This is an excerpt from her poem titled, “An Afternoon at the Schomburg,” in the chapbook published by Finishing Line Press.

Dear Daddy, I wish you could see me now, in the Photographs and Prints Division.

Three boxes of original photos from James Van Der Zee, laid out before me, and I get to look through them one at a time.

I cannot make photocopies.

I must write the serial number down for each picture I take with my cell phone.

Flash off.

Wearing white cotton gloves, I gently lift each plastic-covered photograph.

So many I want to keep.

Marcus Garvey and his entourage.

J.A. Rogers, 1928.

I am trying to commit each image to memory

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Information Session ––––– (Continued from page 1) the Board.

“For shareholders seeking to run for a Board seat, I wholeheartedly encourage you to attend the prospective candidates’ Information Session on April 8 to learn more about the roles and responsibilities of a Riverbay Board member,” said Election Committee co-chair Sampson.

This is the second year such a session is being held ahead of the beginning of the annual election period which typically begins in late March-early April. Once a prospective candidate is vetted by the Election Committee and deemed to be eligible, they earn a spot on the ballot and are able to participate in the election.

The election information seminar is facilitated by the 2024 Election Committee co-chairs along with Riverbay General Counsel Jeff Buss, counsel to the 2024 Election Committee.

The 2024 Election Committee is seeking a few more shareholder-members to join the Committee. In addition to the Co-op City Times, notice has been posted on the Riverbay Crawler. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 1. Those interested in serving on the committee can register at https:// bit.ly/3x8qUz5 or by scanning the QR code at right. Those with questions may email the 2024 Election Committee at Riverbay2024Election@riverbaycorp.com.

“Thank you for your interest in joining the Election Committee of the Riverbay Board,” said Director Green-Watson. “Your commitment to support and participate in our community’s election process is commendable and invaluable. I look forward to working with you!”

“As co-chair of the Riverbay Board 2024 Election Committee along with Anika Green-Watson, I appreciate your willingness to serve as a member of the Committee,” said Director Sampson. “This is not only a demanding task but also an important one because it will afford you the opportunity to make an impact as the entire Election Committee works towards its goal of generating cooperative enthusiasm and greater voting engagement from our shareholders.”

Potential candidates who would like to run for a seat on the Riverbay Board of Directors can begin picking up their election packages on Wednesday, April 4, 2024 from CCPD headquarters, 2049 Bartow Avenue. The deadline to return the completed Statement of Intent is Wednesday, April 10, 2024 by midnight.

According to Election Rule B, “Rules for Eligibility of Candidates,” candidates for the Board of Directors must be: • A resident shareholder as indicated on the candidate’s stock certificate, occupancy agreement, and the current Occupants’ Annual Income Affidavit of Family Income. In addition, candidates must continue to reside in Co-op City for the duration of their term of office in order to serve as a Board director.

• No more than one resident shareholder of a single unit may be a candidate for the Board and no more than one resident shareholder from a single unit may concurrently serve as a Board director.

• No candidate may be indebted to Riverbay Corporation on the date candidates

are certified or on the date votes are counted.

If a candidate is indebted to Riverbay on any of these days, the candidate will be disqualified. In addition, all candidates must remain current throughout the election period for unpaid carrying charges or other debts to Riverbay until the candidate is sworn in, if elected.

A candidate shall not be indebted to Riverbay for purposes of this rule if their monthly carrying charges and maintenance are fully paid by the 10th day of the month in which it is due. At the close of business one day prior to the certification of candidates and weekly thereafter, Riverbay’s Finance director will provide a written list to the chair of the Election Committee of all candidates’ indebtedness to Riverbay, if any.

In addition, a candidate who is current on a written arrearage agreement shall be considered current on charges to Riverbay if such candidate is not otherwise indebted to Riverbay [Election Rule B 4(b)].

• Prospective candidates may, after signing the required authorizations for background checks and upon verification that they are current on their indebtedness to Riverbay, be certified as candidates for election to the Board if they: - Are shareholders of record - Maintain their primary residence at Riverbay - Are current in their financial obligations to the Corporation - Do not hold a political party position or public office subject to the New York State Election Law - Have not been convicted of a crime against the Corporation - Have not been removed from the Corporation’s Board of Directors, or from employment with the Corporation for cause; and - Are otherwise in compliance with the requirements and qualifications of the Corporation’s by-laws, governing documents and their occupancy agreement.

“Thank you for your interest in running for a position on the Riverbay Board of Directors. Your decision to stand as a candidate reflects your commitment to Co-op City and your dedication to serving the interests of our community,” added Director Green-Watson. “Throughout your candidacy, I hope that you will find time to share your ideas, engage with fellow shareholders, and highlight the strengths and values that make you an ideal candidate. Your willingness to step forward and offer your time is truly commendable. I wish you the best and hope that your experience as a candidate is rewarding.”

The Annual Shareholders’ Meeting is scheduled to be held on Monday, May 20, 2024. The 2024 voting period will begin at 6 a.m. on Monday, May 20, 2024 and end at 9 p.m. on Friday, June 14, 2023, unless the election is extended according to the 2024 Election Rules.

(See April 8th Information Session flyer on page 2.)

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Board of Directors’ Meeting - March 26, 2024 Second Reading – Resolution #24-14 SUBMITTED BY: Sonia Feliciano SECONDED BY: Michelle Marbury BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: March 26, 2024 WHEREAS, the Riverbay Corporation By-Laws, Article II, Section 1, requires the annual shareholders meeting to take place in the month of May on a date to be set by the Board of Directors; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the annual shareholders meeting and election of directors of the Riverbay Corporation is hereby scheduled for Monday, May 20th, 2024, and shall be conducted in accordance with the general rules and schedule hereby adopted and annexed hereto; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that subject to the Riverbay Corporation By-laws and the aforementioned general rules promulgated by the Board of Directors of the Riverbay Corporation, the Election Committee appointed

by the President of the Corporation is hereby approved by the Board of Directors and charged with the duty and responsibility of supervising the 2024 election of Directors; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the eligibility of shareholders to vote shall be determined in accordance with the general rules and regulations annexed hereto; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President and Secretary of the Corporation shall issue proper notice of the annual meeting and election in accordance with the Riverbay Corporation By-laws by publication in the Co-op City Times.

YES: Coleman, Feliciano, Leslie, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Rosario, Sampson, Watson NO: Johnson, Lambright, Saunders, Wright ABSENT: Cylich, Richardson PASSED

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Insurance Resolution #24-20 SUBMITTED BY: Monique Coleman SECONDED BY: Mary Pearson BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: March 26, 2024 WHEREAS, Riverbay’s Non-Power Plant Property Insurance Policy expires 3/31/24; and WHEREAS, the expiring Property Insurance Policy was a four (4) layered program with multiple insurance carriers totaling $621.5 Million of coverage for the Non-Power Plant properties for an annual premium of $7,810,929 including broker fee, TRIA and taxes; and WHEREAS, the director of Risk Management sought bids for Non-Power Plant from two (2) different brokers – Lockton and Munoz Insurance Services, Inc.; and WHEREAS, Lockton and Munoz Insurance Services, Inc. did not submit bids; and WHEREAS, the director of Risk Management, after an extensive marketing program through USI Insurance Services, Inc., Riverbay’s incumbent Property Insurance broker, because of a continued hard market due to limited capacity, adverse property losses throughout the country

Brandon Ortiz and a 10.03 % increase in Riverbay’s Total Insured Value (TIV), recommends placing the Non-Power Plant Property Insurance policy in a four (4) layered program for an annual premium, including broker fee, TRIA and taxes, of $8,640,403, a 10.62% increase, for the policy period 3/31/24 – 3/31/25.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board approves placing the Non-Power Plant Property Insurance Policy program in the same format and coverage amounts as noted above for an annual premium, including broker fee, TRIA and taxes, of $8,640,403 for the policy period 3/31/24 – 3/31/25.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect immediately.

YES: Coleman, Feliciano, Leslie, Pearson, Peterson, Rosario, Sampson NO: Johnson, Lambright, Marbury, Saunders, Watson, Wright ABSENT: Cylich, Richardson PASSED

Share Your Comments & Suggestions with Riverbay Shareholders are encouraged to submit input on how to improve services and service delivery as well as other ideas that impact the quality of life of Co-op City residents.

If you have a suggestion you’d like to share with the Riverbay Board and/or Management, visit the Home page of the official Co-op City website, coopcity.com, or scan the QR Code here to be connected. Scroll down to “Useful Links” and click on “Send Comments & Suggestions.”

Be an engaged shareholder. Help improve quality of life in Co-op City.

MetroCard Bus Updated Schedule “Get a grip. To prevent a slip, use hand rails.”

The MetroCard Bus will be in the Dreiser and Einstein Centers according to the following schedule: Einstein Loop – 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Dreiser Loop – 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

Tuesday, April 30 Monday, September 30 Friday, May 31 Wednesday, October 30 Wednesday, July 31 Tuesday, December 30 The MetroCard bus will be at the Bartow Center (Co-op City Blvd near the eye care store) on the first and third Thursday of the month, 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

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

Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed.

All letters must be submitted to the Co-op City Times by 3 p.m. Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Email cctimes@riverbaycorp.com or mail to 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 21, Bronx, NY 10475.

Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp.

Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corp. of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available.

The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor.

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Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475.

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Co-op City Times / March 30, 2024

An Uptick in Bothersome Phone Calls These calls vary from typical telemarketing pitches for irrelevant products or services to outright scam attempts aimed at defrauding unsuspecting cooperators. Staying vigilant is key to safeguarding oneself against prevalent and evolving schemes, particularly those involving Social Security and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Readers who stay informed through platforms like this column gain an edge over scammers.

One recent twist involves scam calls originating from “Private Numbers.” In this scheme, a caller promises a substantial bonus upon receipt of a letter, accompanied by a small donation. However, they insist on confirming personal details such as name and address, signaling a potential scam akin to the infamous “Your Social Security number has been cancelled” ploy.

Thankfully, a vigilant reader thwarted this attempt by refusing to divulge any information.

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety stays abreast of scam trends, recognizing the ingenuity of scam artists who exploit human psychology and current events to ensnare victims. Studies show a steady rise in internet-based scams annually, highlighting the importance of awareness in reducing vulnerability.

When activating a new credit card, it’s crucial to dial the number provided on the sticker rather than sharing personal information with unsolicited callers. Similarly, exercising caution with emails purporting to be from banks can prevent falling prey to phishing attempts, where slight alterations in email ad-

Public Safety Report

Public Safety Blotter

March 17 – March 23, 2024 March 17, 2024 620 Baychester Ave. A cooperator reported property missing from his apartment after having contractors working on his floors.

120 Bellamy Loop Public Safety patrol officers arrested a male for committing lewd acts in the laundry room.

140 Alcott Pl. CCPD Officers responded for a family dispute. Upon arrival, officers interviewed both parties and mediated the situation.

March 18, 2024 120 Einstein Loop A cooperator reported a package stolen from in front of her door.

120 Elgar Pl. A cooperator reported a package stolen from the lobby.

100 Benchley Pl. A cooperator reported a package stolen from the lobby.

March 19 2043 Bartow Ave. A merchant reported damage to the store’s front door due to a dissatisfied customer.

March 20, 2024 100 Alcott Pl. CCPD Officers responded for individuals loitering within the stairwell. Upon arrival, three individuals were arrested. One was issued a criminal summons. The other two, being under the age of 18, were released to the custody of their parents.

4240 HRPE A cooperator reported her package stolen from the lobby.

920 Baychester Ave. A cooperator reported her items

missing from the laundry room.

120 Elgar Pl. A cooperator reported her package stolen from the lobby.

March 21, 2024 120 Benchley Pl. Community Complaints were issued for an unauthorized dog and noise disturbing the neighbors.

140 Benchley Pl. CCPD Officers were informed that two males were observed breaking into a vehicle parked on the street and removing personal items.

100 Erskine Pl. CCPD ESU responded for a vehicle collision involving FedEx. No injuries were reported and reports were prepared.

2035 Bartow Ave. A merchant reported damage to the store’s window due to a dispute with customers after refusal of service.

March 22, 2024 2099 Asch Loop A cooperator reported damage to her vehicle.

March 23, 2024 120 Asch Loop CCPD officers responded for individuals loitering within the stairwell. Upon arrival, two individuals were found loitering in the stairwell. Multiple Community Complaints were issued.

120 Benchley Pl. A cooperator reported a package stolen from in front of her door.

140 Elgar Pl. A cooperator reported a package stolen from the lobby.

120 Alcott Pl. A cooperator reported a package stolen from the lobby.

dresses redirect users to fraudulent sites. By remaining vigilant, individuals can evade falling victim to such scams.

Never disclose sensitive information like bank account numbers, PINs, birth dates, or Social Security Numbers to unfamiliar parties. Likewise, avoid wiring money or purchasing prepaid cards for strangers, whether encountered online or through dating platforms. Beware of dubious websites offering unrealistic rewards, and always manually enter website addresses instead of clicking links in emails to evade potential phishing traps.

Scammers employ persistence and various mediums, including phone calls, emails, and even in-person approaches, to ensnare victims. A recent scam impersonating PayPal underscores the importance of independently verifying the legitimacy of communications from reputed companies to thwart identity theft attempts.

Community vigilance plays a crucial role in combating scams targeting specific demographics, such as older adults. By promptly reporting suspicious activities to authorities, individuals can help prevent further exploitation. Additionally, verifying the authenticity of sweepstakes or contest winnings can prevent falling victim to fraudulent schemes involving counterfeit checks.

Government agencies do not solicit fees for reclaiming unclaimed funds, debunking a common scam tactic. Legitimate institutions refrain from soliciting sensitive information over the phone, emphasizing the importance of verifying requests with trusted sources.

Protective measures extend to loan offers, where upfront fees or disregard for credit history should raise red flags. Verifying lenders’ legitimacy through reputable channels like the New York State Department of Banking or the Better Business Bureau mitigates the risk of falling prey to loan scams.

Before donating to charitable causes, ensure the organization’s credibility to avoid falling victim to fraudulent solicitations. In the unfortunate event of a scam, promptly report it to relevant authorities such as the New York State Attorney General, the Federal Trade Commission, or the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) to aid in investigations and prevent further victimization.

By staying informed and vigilant, individuals can fortify themselves against the ever-evolving landscape of scams and fraud.

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbaycorp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. Please note: emails should be sent to both parties.

Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see below for specific directions.

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES There are no contract opportunities to list this week. Please check back.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES For employment opportunities, please visit these following sites: www.Indeed.com https://indeedhi.re/ 3SgTKEr

www.Glassdoor.com https://bit.ly/3SgI9Go

www.ZipRecruiter.com https://bit.ly/3Se8bdw

Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply at any site.

Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department.

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

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Co-op City Times / March 30, 2024 Director’s Viewpoint

Michelle Marbury, Assistant Treasurer

You can trust Our “City within a City” is Governed by Policies that Come from “YOU” Policy Making: Comes from events like The Townhall Meeting…

When the community comes to us with problems, we must come together in the Board Room to make policy which governs our corporation and addresses those problems. Example: Repair issues that are not being solved. We must figure out why this is happening, (i.e. direct an investigation, to identify the problem, through a committee and gathering information as to the root cause). Then come back to the Board having pinpointed the problems, and offer a report of the committee’s findings. Then set policy and work with Management so that they will carry out “directives from the Board” to take particular action to address the issue. In short, if a Board director says to you, they will take care of a certain issue or problem for “you” individually, they are speaking out of turn. Such language can be detrimental to the corporation as a whole. Each Board member is a shareholder first, just like you.

The power, held by a Board member, is only in effect when utilized along with the Board as a unit.

Repetition is key when learning. I hope many of you will appreciate the repetition of “our” community’s structure in this viewpoint as we move forward together.

This is why we train…

In January, the Board went into development training. Why? No Board director comes equipped to handle the heavily regulated enterprise that is the Riverbay Corporation. We present our varied and unique set of skills as an offering to the work of the Board. We are asked to familiarize ourselves with countless rules, laws, codes and agreements, which results in volunteering an enormous amount of lifetime to service and community. This you can trust.

What Board Directors Do… A Board member’s job is to govern and make policy. We do that by identifying problems and then taking said issues back to the Board (i.e. through a committee or from issues that have not been adhered to through the system of protocols put in place to run our corporation). The only way

to keep a “control” on that is to be sure that each Board member is held to certain fiduciary responsibilities. The “development training weekend” is designed to do just that.

A major red flag: Any Director who does not serve on a committee in any capacity, (i.e., chairperson or co-Chair).

Board members are in a constant state of analysis (if we are doing our job correctly). We must protect the integrity of Management’s role (i.e., through addressing challenges by gathering information at the root cause).

Directors’ Fiduciary Duties (These duties are framed on the wall in the Board Room as a reminder to us of our responsibilities) • Duty of Care • Duty of Confidentiality • Duty of Loyalty • Duty of Obedience Let’s Analyze This and Make It Plain…

Footnotes: The Riverbay Corporation Board Development Training Presented by: Smith Buss & Jacobs LLP circa, 2024 The two-day training was held on the campus this year.

Duty of Care • Business Corporation Law § 717 – A director shall perform his duties as a director, including his duties as a member of any committee of the Board upon which he may serve, in good faith and with that degree of care which an ordinarily prudent person in a like position would use under similar circumstances.

• This also refers to the level of attention required of each director to attend meetings, carefully review documents, participate in committee work, pay attention, question, listen, understand, seek assistance from subject matter experts and do what is necessary to inform the decisions you are called upon to make.

Duty of Confidentiality • DHCR Regulations § 1725-2.4 Disclosure of information. Members of the Board of Directors have access to a considerable

amount of personal information concerning tenants or cooperators. Such information should be held in the strictest confidence and should not be disclosed to any person except insofar as it has a direct bearing on: (a) the business of the company, or (b) the division’s efforts to deter fraud in developments under its supervision, and except to persons duly authorized to receive such information.

• Directors must protect all confidential corporate records, including personal employment and shareholders’ records.

Duty of Loyalty Directors are not permitted to profit personally at the expense of the corporation, and their private interests may not conflict with corporate interests.

• Bylaws Art. III, § 3(d)-(g); 3(i) – A Board member must act for “the well-being of the cooperative as a whole,” setting aside personal or political interests.

Duty of Obedience • If a director goes beyond his or her legal authority, that may subject the Board, the Corporation, and all directors to liability for breach of fiduciary duty.

• Oath of Office I … do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the duties of the Riverbay Board of Directors and will, to the best of my ability preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States of America and the State of New York. I furthermore affirm that by accepting the election of the shareholders of Riverbay Corporation to the Riverbay Board of Directors, I understand that I, individually, have no more right or privileges than any other resident shareholder within this community. I pledge to obey all of the rules and regulations of the cooperative, and to work with the other members of the Board of Directors, as a whole, to develop and to oversee policy for the good of the entire Co-op City community.

I leave you with this: “WE” the Board are 15; “YOU,” the Corporation, are 43,752. Our numbers are our strength. Kindly get involved.

Wishing you and yours a blessed Holiday! I can be reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com.

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Water Leaks ––––– (Continued from page 1) Step 1: Use ground penetrating sonar to narrow down where a leak is, and dig up the surrounding area. Ground penetrating sonar can pick up the sound of water hitting the insulation surrounding a pipe, and is important to use because water coming out of the ground doesn’t mean there is a leak right below it.

Step 2: Shut down the affected lines, remove insulation and put a temporary clamp or patch on the leak. Depending on the location of a leak, this can mean shutting down services to a few buildings, or when the leak is closer to the Power Plant, it can mean shutting down an entire zone. It is important not to remove insulation while the system is pressurized because it is likely to lead to the leak getting worse and requiring an emergency shutdown.

Step 3: Now that the leak is exposed, plan the replacement of the affected pipe, shut down affected lines, replace the compromised section of pipe with a new one and weld it in place. Then re-pressurize the system and ensure there are no more leaks popping up nearby or that were hidden by the larger leak that was just fixed. Finally, re-insulate the new pipe and cover up the hole.

Before steps 2 and 3 start, the community is informed well in advance.

What is the process to addressing large leaks?

The main difference of the large leak repair process is that a large leak can lead to a complete loss of all heating and/or cooling services from the Power Plant for the entire development. So it is important to shut down areas affected by the leak as quickly as possible. This can sometimes mean that there is not sufficient time to warn the community about the loss of service.

Recent Leaks Leak between Adler Townhouses and Building 21 2/20/24: Step 1.

2/21/24: Emergency Step 2 affecting Zone 1 buildings. Unfortunately, the size of the leak did not allow for planning to take place, which meant shareholders were informed right before hot water services where interrupted.

2/24/24: Step 3, currently this area of piping is still exposed due to several other active leaks being addressed.

Leaks in between Buildings 20, 21, and 22 2/29/24: Step 1.

3/5/24: Step 2 affecting Zone 2 buildings.

3/14/24: Step 2 affecting Zone 2 buildings.

3/18/24: Step 1 started again – at least one more leak was identified, and we are unable to identify all of them still.

3/20/24: Emergency step 2, one of the leaks got worse affecting Zone 1 buildings.

3/27/24: Emergency step 2, the clamp placed on the Zone 1 leak on 3/20 was no longer able to hold.

3/29/24: Emergency step 3. It is best to replace as many of the leaks as we can in one go in order to minimize interruptions of service. Unfortunately,

due to the number of leaks and their quickly deteriorating condition, doing full repairs on as many of them as possible is now critical at this time.

“We apologize for the many services interruptions shareholders have experienced in the past two months, and appreciate your understanding as we do our best to rectify these issues,” said Egan Anders, interim director of Utility Assets, Riverbay Power Plant.

Election Committee ––––– (Continued from page 1) Riverbay Corporation Board – Election Committee Member Description As a Riverbay Board Election Committee Member (“Committee Member”), you will play an instrumental role in ensuring the integrity, transparency, and fairness of the electoral process.

Key Responsibilities: • Overseeing the Election • Promoting Shareholder Participation • Maintaining Neutrality • Resolving Disputes •Ensuring Security and Confidentiality Qualifications: Integrity: You possess integrity and a commitment to upholding ethical standards in all aspects of your work.

Attention to Detail: You demonstrate attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and precision in the execution of election procedures.

Communication Skills: You have excellent communication skills.

Impartiality: You can maintain impartiality and neutrality, refraining from any actions or statements that may be perceived as biased or prejudiced.

Organizational Skills: You are well-organized and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously, adhering to deadlines, and coordinating logistics effectively.

Comfort with Technology: Proficiency with computers and comfort using digital platforms are essential for effectively managing virtual aspects of the election process. This includes attending virtual meetings and navigating electronic communication channels with ease.

Knowledge of Riverbay Election Procedures: While not mandatory, familiarity with election rules and best practices is advantageous.

By serving as a Committee Member, you contribute to the democratic governance of our community, ensuring that the voices of our members are heard and respected. Your dedication and commitment to fairness and transparency are instrumental in upholding the principle of accountability that the Board owes the shareholders.

Riverbay Parking Facilities Rules & Regulations The following is a list of some of the general regulations of the Riverbay parking facilities: 1. Vehicle repairs are not allowed in the garages – Permission is required to boost a weak car battery and/or change a flat tire.

2. Any vehicle entering the garage is subject to the hourly public rate, unless the vehicle is registered with the Parking & Leasing Department.

3. While driving within the garage, the driver shall, at all times, drive at a speed that doesn’t exceed five (5) miles per hour.

4. One (1) RFID sticker must be affixed to each registered vehicle. The sticker must be visible on the registered vehicle upon entry into, when exiting and while parked in the garage.

5. In the case of the issuance of a “Temporary Parking Pass,” the pass must remain on the dashboard while the vehicle is parked in the garage. Failure to display the pass on the dashboard while parked in the garage will subject the vehicle to being towed at the owner’s risk and expense.

6. When a temporary vehicle is being used, such as a rental car, borrowed car, etc., cooperators are required to notify the Parking & Leasing Department. They will be issued a pass for the substitute car to park at no cost to the cooperator.

7. New license plates for a vehicle must be reported to the Parking & Leasing Department within three days.

8. In cases of a change of car (one car to another), or request to cancel, the RFID sticker must be returned to the Parking & Leasing Department in order for a new RFID sticker to be issued, or for a cancellation to be processed. The RFID sticker issued to registered drivers remains the property of Riverbay Corporation and is valid only for the vehicle to which it is assigned. If you change your vehicle or cancel your garage lease, you must return the RFID sticker to the Parking & Leasing Department and have your record updated. Do not attempt to place the RFID sticker on your replacement vehicle or give it to another cooperator. If you lose your vehicle because of accident, fire, theft or other mishap and cannot produce the RFID sticker, please send proof of the loss to the Parking & Leasing Department and the fee will be waived.

9. Any vehicle parked on Riverbay property reflecting one or more of the following: expired registration, expired inspection sticker, no plates, fluids leaking from the vehicle, flat tires and/or inoperable for over two (2) days is considered an abandoned vehicle and will be towed at owner’s risk and expense.

10. While efforts will be made to accommodate all vehicles, the responsibility of finding a legal parking space rests with the motor vehicle operator. “Lack of space” is not considered justification for parking illegally.

11. Violations will be issued to the owners of vehicles who occupy more than one space (i.e., parking in two spaces), not parking within the lined spaces, etc.

12. Drivers must obey the traffic directional signs unless otherwise directed

by Parking & Leasing staff, a Public Safety officer or other law enforcement official.

13. Cooperators with registered vehicles may access any garage between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. After 11:00 p.m., any vehicle found in an unassigned garage is subject to violation.

14. Cooperators with reserved parking spaces are not permitted to use their assigned space for any purpose other than parking their vehicle.

15. All vehicles entering the garage must do so under their own power. Inoperable vehicles may not be towed or pushed into the garage.

The following is a partial listing of administrative fines assessed for violations of garage rules and regulations.

(This list is subject to change at Riverbay’s discretion.)

INFRACTION VIOLATION AMOUNT Driving against directional signs $100.00 Destruction/Vandalism of Garage Property $200.00 Unauthorized loan, exchange or reassignment of RFID sticker or garage key $100.00 Parking in handicap space without permit $100.00 Unauthorized parking in Reserve Space $100.00 Parking in two spaces/failure to park fully within painted lines $150.00 Parking in unassigned garage between 11 p.m. and 8 a.m. $150.00 Parking in Fire Zone/Tow Away Zone or No Parking Area $250.00 Failure, after notification, to repair oil leak or flat fine $25.00 Failure to keep inspection/registration current $50.00 Failure, after notice, to clean excessively dirty vehicle $50.00 Failure to display license plate(s) $75.00 Performing vehicle maintenance in Garage except for changing flat tire/battery boost $50.00 Improper disposal of debris/littering $50.00 Failure to return or loss of RFID sticker $50.00 Unauthorized use of facility $200.00 24-hour assistance is available in all garages by pressing the ‘Help’ button on the ticket machines located in the entry and exit lanes, or on the pay stations.

—Riverbay Parking & Leasing Department

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Co-op City Times / March 30, 2024

Daryl Johnson

Director’s Viewpoint

HCR – No Forgiveness on Your Payments We were supposed to receive an 8.1 percent carrying charge increase on April 1, 2024. However, the NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) agency has agreed to postpone this increase until July 1, 2024. But, as you continue to read, you’ll see that this delay is just going to worsen this situation for our community.

Compounding a Bad Problem Despite making about $250 million a year, Riverbay overspent their budget by millions of dollars over the past two years. Therefore, HCR implemented an 8.1 percent carrying charge increase to make up for these losses. Now, some folks blamed this overspending on inflation, increased gas costs, insurance, and other items.

However, everyone needs to understand that Riverbay should have reduced their expenses to avoid an increase. For example, some folks thought that Riverbay should not touch our $100 million payroll or anything else. However, what can they say now that this community is being forced to pay an 8.1 percent carrying charge increase that possibly could have been avoided?

Just recently, HCR sent a new letter to Riverbay about their “findings and a determination” that were cited in a prior letter, dated February 22, 2024. This new letter stated: “The Commissioner hereby amends the Order … to set a new effective date for implementation of July 1, 2024.” Then, this new letter stated that this Order will remain “in full force and effect with respect to its findings and determination.”

So, HCR is going to force this community to pay for Riverbay overspending their budget by millions of dollars over the past two years. Now, have you read one word in this newspaper or anywhere about Riverbay taking immediate action to reduce their spending? Budget cuts? No! Now, yes, HCR moved the initial payment date for that increase from April 1, 2024 to July 1, 2024.

But, do you honestly think that HCR is going to forgive the increased amounts that were supposed to be made during this time period? No! Again, HCR is going to enforce their Order onto this community. Therefore, this community will have to pay their current carrying charge amount for April, May, and June. Then, we will have to pay for the new carrying charge increase over a longer period of time.

Riverbay made about $250 million for each of the previous two years. So, do you honestly think that the governor or any responsible politician is going to give Riverbay money to cover for these

wild and preventable carrying charge increases?

Look, let’s just say that it’s a stretch.

Bottom line: We can make big changes to our budget. And, we can stop all of this excessive spending and these wild carrying charge increases.

But, we need to get several no-nonsense shareholders to get on our board. Then, we can make a lot of big changes to the Riverbay Corporation.

Shareholder Arrears During a board meeting on March 20, 2024, we reviewed a resolution that was reportedly sent to 18 debt collection companies. However, can you believe that Riverbay stated that they received just five proposals?

So, I pointed out that our books show the arrears at $40 million. And, the details of this resolution called for one debt collector to receive 35 percent of the money that they collect. And, they will provide litigation services. However, the other debt collector will receive just 16 percent for debt collection services. We currently have lawyers that can sue shareholders. So, should we pay more than double for debt collection services?

Cooperator Caught During Wild Vehicle Rage A few weeks ago, a driver left a BMW running while they went into a Dunkin’ Donuts store in Bartow. Then, the vehicle was immediately stolen. On March 14, 2024, at around 7:20 p.m., detectives from our Co-op City Police Department (CCPD) noticed that this same black BMW was parked near a fire hydrant at De Reimer and Stillwell Avenue.

The detectives then noticed that a man allegedly entered this vehicle. Verbally confronted, the man allegedly drove about 40 feet away and crashed headon into a livery vehicle. Next, the man allegedly backed up, drove around a city bus, struck five vehicles, and then crashed into a fence that belonged to a private house.

The man then allegedly jumped out of the vehicle and tried to run away.

And, that’s when CCPD arrested him. However, a CCPD lieutenant was taken to Jacobi Hospital for multiple cuts to his wrist, hand, and arm.

According to a report, the man allegedly had a “prior criminal record and was released from

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And, now this man was charged with auto theft, reckless endangerment, attempted vehicle assault, reckless driving, etc. Also, a legal holdover action will be initiated to have this man evicted.

Bottom line: I want to thank Chief Joseph Riley, Captain Frankie Torres, and our entire CCPD force for handling this case and with helping our community.

Close We must get several no-nonsense shareholders to run for our board. Thereafter, we can strategically reduce our budget and operate this community in a better manner.

Thank you.

Contact Information Please send a letter to: Board Director Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Currently, here is my ONLY email account: djohnson@riverbayboard.com.

I will never ask for or accept money from anyone. Therefore, please do not respond to any message with my name on it that requests money, money transfers, gift cards, personal information, or anything from you. And, please do not ever send money or anything to anyone because you saw my name on a false message.

Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me. And, please hang up your phone immediately if someone calls you and says that they’re Daryl Johnson or is associated with me and asks you for money or anything else.

Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

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Building 15A Shareholders Association 2Q )HEUXDU\ WKH $VVRFLDWLRQ KHOG WKHLU ¿UVW PHHWLQJ VLQFH WKH &RYLG SDQGHPLF KLW 1RW much of a turnout. Hopefully, it will increase the next time.

It was suggested that a survey be addressed to the shareholders of Building 15A as to what activities they would like the Association to have. The president requested suggestions be submitted.

It was also requested by Ms. Castle, the president; Ms. Williams, the second vice president; to question previous Floor Captains as to their willingness to repeat their volunteerism. Ms. Williams DJUHHG WR GR VR ,W ZDV FRQ¿UPHG E\ WKH WZR SUHYLRXV HOHFWLRQV WKDW DQ HOHFWLRQ QHHGV WR EH E\ SDLG XS PHPEHUV 7KHUHIRUH WKH ¿UVW DFWLYLW\ VKRXOG EH GXHV HQYHORSHV GLVWULEXWHG XQGHU DOO GRRUV perhaps by Floor Captains, whom Ms. Williams is contacting.

Our next meeting is scheduled for April and the guest speaker who was suggested was Ms. Milsa Vega, CSO Jr. Property Manager. She is to respond.

Our last meeting before the summer hiatus, which is Tuesday, June 4, has already been booked in

by Marvin L. Walton. We eagerly look forward to that event.

Many thanks, although very late, to Tanya Santana, Dorothea Castle, and George Mundija (now of the Construction Dept.) for holiday decorating. It was again a showstopper.

May the coming spring bring you all health and happiness.

––Dorothea Castle

Building 20 Association Greetings to our neighbors and friends.

Thanks to the shareholders who attended the Building 20 Association meeting on March 21st especially those from Building 21. If you missed the meeting, the following are some of the highlights: A laundry room camera was adjusted to eliminate the glare. One resident volunteered to help beautify our laundry room bulletin board. The fundraising bazaar was postponed until further notice. At the recent Town Hall meeting called for shareholders to address the very high 8.1% carrying charge increase assessed by HCR, our elected representatives, Senator Jamaal Bailey and Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, were attempting to do something about it. The Riverbay Board elections are coming up soon and all shareholders are expected to vote.

Our guest speaker was Mr. Rick Schmidt, director of Technical Services for the Riverbay Corporation and an employee with Riverbay for more than 30 years. He does the robo calling that QRWL¿HV WKH VKDUHKROGHUV RI LPSRUWDQW DQG HPHUJHQF\ RFFXUUHQFHV 7KH GHSDUWPHQW KDQGOHV WHFK services for Riverbay’s infrastructure network including cameras, phones and computers. There are computer systems in the buildings that monitor the water temperature in the basement, control V\VWHPV IRU WKH HOHYDWRUV WKH FDPHUDV RQ WKH URRI ¿EHU RSWLF FRQQHFWLRQV DQG WKH PDVWHU DQWHQQD His department is also replacing old cameras with new cameras in the Bartow Mall and adding additional cameras as well. A future project will be installing cameras in the eight garage elevators to be replaced beginning in May or June. Mr. Schmidt responded to our many questions and invited shareholders to contact him if they have additional questions at 718-320-3300, Ext. 3529.

7KH UDIÀH ZDV ZRQ E\ 0V 'DLV\ :LQGOH\ ZKR GRQDWHG KHU ZLQQLQJV EDFN WR WKH %XLOGing 20 Association. That was very much appreciated.

Our next meeting is on Thursday, April 18. We hope to see you there.

—Francine Jones

Women’s History Month Dr. Ellen Ochoa, Astronaut

BY JOYCE L. DUNCAN

Ellen Ochoa is an American engineer, former astronaut and former director of the Johnson Space Center.

(OOHQ 2FKRD ZDV WKH ¿UVW Hispanic woman to travel to space in 1993. She worked as a mission specialist aboard the space shuttle Discovery. She later served from 2013-2018 as the director of the Johnson Space Center.

Dr. Ochoa studied electrical engineering at Stanford University earning a Master’s Dr. Ellen Ochoa Degree in 1981 and her Doctorate in 1985. She was a specialist in the development of optical systems. She worked at the Ames Research Center of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration as a research engineer. She helped create several systems and methods that were useful patents including optical systems for the detection of imperfections in a repeated pattern for the recognition of objects.

Dr. Ochoa was selected by NASA in 1990 to participate LQ LWV DVWURQDXW SURJUDP DQG EHFDPH WKH ¿UVW +LVSDQLF IHPDOH DVWURQDXW $V D PLVVLRQ VSHFLDOLVW DQG ÀLJKW HQJLQHHU 2FKRD LV D YHWHUDQ RI PDQ\ VSDFH ÀLJKWV ORJJLQJ PRUH WKDQ 950 hours in space. Her technical assignments have includHG ÀLJKW VRIWZDUH DQG FRPSXWHU KDUGZDUH GHYHORSPHQW URtation development, testing and training.

She received many awards such as NASA’s Exceptional Service in Medal in 1997, Outstanding Leadership Medal in 1995 and Space Flight Medals in 2002, 1999, 1994 and 1993.

Dr. Ochoa is a role model for all little girls who aspire to become astronauts and explore careers in space exploration and travel. We salute Dr. Ellen Ochoa and celebrate her during Women’s History Month.

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Co-op City Times / March 30, 2024 Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson

The Good, the Bad, and the Humongous Co-op City has enormous problems staring us in the face at this very moment in time and they will surely be staring us in the face down the road as well. We can kvetch, moan, and complain (my specialty) or we can try to do something about it (also my specialty).

Out-of-control insurance; stunning water bills; chronic convector flooding necessitating asbestos abatement and (delayed and inflated) floor replacement; mandatory Local Law 11 façade work as well as work not-mandated-but-necessary to keep our deteriorating infrastructure maintained; and the recent rollout of carbon reducing, energy conserving, planet saving local laws (84, 85, 87, 88), are huge here-and-now-and-yesterday-and-tomorrow problems.

And that list doesn’t include the mother (earth) of them all, Local Law 97. That’s the one that could dictate the fate of our power plant. Or as Fred Sanford would say, “This is the big one, Elizabeth.”

So when I heard frustrated speaker after speaker at the 3/20 Town Hall insinuating or downright blatantly accusing the Riverbay Board and Corporation of incompetence and mismanagement or worse, asking where the money is going, my internal response was, Where the heck have you been?

As Senator Elizabeth Warren would say, a death, a divorce, or a major illness can bring most middle class Americans to the brink of financial ruin. But the brink is much closer for those others, those other Bronxites, those other New Yorkers not lucky enough to be living in Co-op City.

There are several things responsible for keeping our carrying charges low; so low that few of our single seniors qualify for SCRIE, the “rent freeze” subsidized by NYC. The number one thing is: we are a limited profit complex, we are our own landlord, we have no slumlord sucking the value out of our complex while letting our homes crumble around us. There’s a word for that – two words, actually: benign neglect. The run-it-down, build-it-up, neighborhood circle of life.

Other things keeping our enviable carrying charges so comparatively low is we make our own electricity (some of which we sell to ConEd) and we also pay a reduced shelter rent tax rate.

On top of being the most affordable of NYC living options, our open space, park-like setting is

incomparable.

That brings me from Where the heck have you been? to Where the heck do you think you are? We may not live on Central Park South, but we’re sure not living in as-seen-on-TV NYCHA apartments either.

When do the increases stop? asked one Town Hall participant. Of course the answer is “never.” We live in a capitalistic society in a REFI-controlled city (a real estate, finance, and insurance industry centric city, as opposed to say, a manufacturing town); a city just itching to totally become a playground for the wealthy. Think: congestion pricing and Google who exactly is being driven out of NYC. It is not the inequitably untaxed rich, it’s the middle class.

The cost of living in such a desirable location will always rise. We must be prepared and ready to seek out innovative means for our survival.

I used to be on the Riverbay Insurance Committee.

During one negotiation, the insurance brokers’ huge commissions were challenged. If commission was a percentage of cost, what incentive is there to find us the lowest cost possible? We might be forced to accept the reality that the woes of the world would be reflected in our increased property insurance premiums, but a commensurate commission was unjustifiable.

At that meeting in 2022, after much squawking, the broker offered to lower the commission 1%, down from 10% to 9%.

Perhaps a slow-simmering change of heart inchedin over the following two days or maybe he sensed the whatever-the-market-can-bare bubble might soon burst, because at the final meeting, the broker unexpectedly dropped the commission 4% more, lowering it to 5% saving the corporation an on-the-spot approximate $400,000.

You might have also heard about efforts to rein in the insurance industry at the Town Hall.

I mentioned former borough president and current HPD (Housing Preservation and Development) Commissioner Adolfo Carrión announcing as much on TV. Our attorney spoke

Acknowledgement The photographs from the JASA International Women’s Day Talent Show published in the March 23, 2024 issue of the Co-op City Times, were taken

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of the prospect being broached with City Comptroller Brad Lander.

Stalling the 8.1% April 1st increase will keep some money in cooperators’ pockets for a few months, but what the state legislators were really asking of HCR was a reevaluation of the final needed increase. How will it shake out by July 1st?

This is no time to stop nudging the state electeds: Senator Jamaal Bailey, (718) 547-8854; Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, (718) 320-2220; Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, (718) 654-6539, and Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins, (914) 423-4031.

Don’t forget to vote! The Presidential Primary Election Day is this Tuesday, April 2, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Find your building’s Election Day poll site on the mailer sent to you, or by Googling findmypollsite, or here – DREISER: Bldgs. 1AB, 2AB 3AB, 4ABC, 5ABC, 6, 7, 8, 9AB, 10ABC, 11ABC, 23, 24, 25, Cooper/Debs/DeFoe Townhouses; ST. MICHAEL’s: Bldgs. 12, 13, 14; TRUMAN: Bldgs.

16AB, 17; BARTOW: Bldgs. 15AB, 18, 19, 20ABC, 21ABC, 22ABC, Adler/Asch/Broun Townhouses; EINSTEIN: Bldgs. 28ABC, 29ABC, 32AB, 34, 35; DISNEY: Bldgs. 26ABC, 27ABC, 30AB, 31AB, 33, Earhart Townhouses.

And there’s still one more day of early voting today Saturday, May 30, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium.

They misspelled ‘em all: Co-Op City Dreiser/ Co-Op City Bartow/Co-Op City Einstein Loop Community Center(s). Tsk tsk tsk. Vote!

Have a good week and a Sweet Easter. MPearson@ RiverbayBoard.com/718-219-2211.

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Building 2 Association Nestled in the heart of our cherished neighborhood, the Building 2 Association has been instrumental in nurturing a strong sense of community camaraderie. Through effective collaboration and communication among residents, we’ve showcased the power of unity.

One notable initiative spearheaded by the Building 2 Association is the introduction of rolling annual dues payments. This innovation has significantly eased the process for residents to contribute to the maintenance of our communal spaces. With our intuitive online payment platform, shareholders can effortlessly settle their dues, purchase event tickets, and more, with just a simple click or QR code scan. This ensures smoother financial management and enhances transparency within our association.

Moreover, the recent Spring Fling Paint and Sip event (pictured) organized by the Building 2 Association was a resounding success. Held on Sunday, March 24, the event saw overwhelming participation and sold-out tickets. Attendees enjoyed an evening filled with wine, juice, karaoke, painting, and plenty of laughter, fostering a stronger sense of community bonds. Special acknowledgment goes to our Vice President Patricia Johnson for her exceptional organizational skills in bringing the event to fruition.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our generous sponsors whose contributions made the event possible. Let’s remember to support these businesses in our community that support us.

Looking ahead, mark your calendars for our upcoming food distribution event on April 6th from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Association Room located at the rear of 920 Co-op City Blvd. Don’t forget to bring your bags and shopping carts. Additionally, our next General meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 23, starting at 7 p.m.

As we embrace the future, the Building 2 Association is dedicated to enhancing community engagement and fostering a culture of peace and understanding within our neighborhood. Together, we can continue building a thriving community where every voice is valued and heard.

—Tami Claytor

African-American Association

Building 9 Association Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. We remain thankful, gratefu, and blessed.

It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear friend, neighbor, Building 9 diamond, and former Building 9 Association executive board member, Rosemary Bailey (9A). Rosemary was a beautiful soul with a smile and personality to match.

Rosemary brought a beam of sunshine with her positive perspective to every conversation and every circumstance. She most recently joined us at our January 25, Our beloved Rosemary Bai2024 Annual Meeting where she administered the Oath ley, (front center) in red shirt. of Installation to our 2024 Executive Board. Everyone loved her. We all will miss her.

Our sincerest condolences to her husband, Ken, and to her daughter, Lauren.

Voting Matters Elections have consequences. Co-op City is a recognized and much sought-after voting bloc. There is power in your vote. Every eligible voter in Co-op City should be registered to vote and should vote in every election. Every voting cycle reflects a decline in Co-op City voter participation. That translates to the loss of political and economic power in our community.

As you are aware, the proposed 8.1% carrying charge increase slated for April 1 has been postponed until July 1. Thanks, in great part, to our outstanding state representatives Assembly Member Michael Benedetto and Senator Jamaal Bailey who recently petitioned Governor Hochul to subsidize this increase by providing state funding to the Riverbay Corporation on our behalf. In effect, this subsidy will hopefully lower the ‘out of pocket’ cost to our shareholders. That is why your vote matters in every election, including the Riverbay Board election. Please get out and vote.

Income Affidavits are in the mail. Please complete, notarize, and return before April 30. Our resident Notary Public, Barbara Cloud, has graciously offered to provide Income Affidavit Notary service on Wednesday, April 17, at 5 p.m. You must present photo ID at the time of signing. Each signature will be $1, which Barbara will generously donate to the Building 9 Association.

On March 21, Lt. Gregory, along with P.O. Ifill, conducted a self-defense demonstration for our members. It is our intention to have Lt. Gregory and P.O. Ifill return to allow more members the opportunity to participate in the event. I thank our seniors, the parents, and the young ones who came out to participate.

On March 23, we had our creative art class. It was a much needed stress buster. The level of creativity displayed was exciting. Thank you, Valerie Gunn, Gail Sharbaan, Denise Shelley, Evelyn Mavins, Janet Yarrell, Wanda Randall, Barbara Cloud, Marva Malone, Matse Jenkins, Shirley Johnson, Denita Cox, Pam Bryan, and Linda Collins.

“For while we have our eyes on the future, history has its eye on us.” –Amanda Gorman —Linda Collins

In celebration of Women’s History Month We begin and end with notable quotes from fascinating women … “The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” –Alice Walker. Alice Walker is an American writer, poet, and activist known for her 1982 novel, The Color Purple, was the subject of two major motion pictures and Broadway musical.

AAACC Meetings & Events April 6 – OPEN MIC Fundraiser, 4 p.m.-8 p.m., Dreiser, Room 15.

April 20 – Wholistic Health and Wellness Fair, 3 p.m. via Zoom, Meeting ID: 895 7434 7940, Passcode: 951615.

May 18 – Co-op City Spelling Bee, noon-5 p.m., Dreiser, Room 4.

May 19 – General Meeting, 3 p.m. via Zoom.

June 8 – OPEN MIC/Juneteenth Celebration, 4-8 p.m., Dreiser, Room 15.

June 30, 2024 – General Meeting, 3 p.m., Dreiser, Room 15.

Our Gift to You… The African-American Association is offering a gift to each member. We are passionate about the struggle of all people and the importance of banding together to show the generations after us the importance of “our push.” Our youth must see us helping, supporting, and pushing each other into a bright, productive, prosperous future. In the spirit of Dr. King, we must unite in our communities through our organizations. These are important and pivotal years.

Our gift to each member is a complimentary 4-night Hotel Stay or Cruise. Hopefully, you will be stimulated enough, refreshed and renewed enough, that you will “join us” and enjoy your “vacation on us” and make an impact, just by being a part of the African-American Association of Co-op City. Tell a friend about this incentive. Help us put the AAACC on the map!

Join the AAACC: $25.00/year single membership and $35.00/year family/ household. Zelle us your payment using our email address. Email: aaaccpower@gmail.com. Call: 646-883-9095, The African-American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

AAACC Programs Belly Dance Classes, contact: Xonia Wilson at 646-301-9438 Evening Line Dance Classes, contact: Cynthia Dixon at 917-903-7073 Yoga & Pilates Classes, contact: Meena Sharpe-Hicks at 917-863-1507 Co-op City Baptist Church “Gospel Line Dancers,” contact: Joyce Smith at 718-320-0714 We leave you with this: “If you look at what you have in life, you’ll always have more. If you look at what you don’t have in life, you’ll never have enough.” –Oprah Winfrey. Oprah Gail Winfrey, also known simply as Oprah, is an American talk show host, television & motion picture producer, actress, author, and media proprietor.

We wish you and yours a blessed holiday.

—Michelle Marbury

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Pajama Movie Screening in Dreiser

BY P.M. CAMPBELL Parents and children sat in front of the large projector screen holding their blankets, snacks, and with friends nearby. As staff lowered the lights, the auditorium fell silent, and they began to watch the 2022 movie, “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts.” Riverbay Corporation hosted the Pajama Film Screening in the Dreiser Auditorium on the evening of Friday, March 22. They gave out popcorn and cotton candy as well as free books.

Michelle Sajous, director of Riverbay Community Relations, personally chose the film. Besides her love of the character of “Bumble Bee,” she said she had the screening because she “didn’t want to wait until the summer to give kids an opportunity to hang out on a Friday.” She told audience members that this would be a recurring event, and asked them to bring their friends to see more PG-13 movies in Co-op.

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HAPPENING in Co-op City!

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Co-op City Girls Scout Troop 1200 Celebrates Women’s History Month Co-op City Girl Scout Troop 1200 celebrated Women’s History Month on Friday, March 15, by hosting a Mom and Me Tea with special guests Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark and Justice Taisha Chambers.

The guests were asked a series of questions written by girls in the troop on such topics as civic engagement, career path choices, education, friendships and how they managed to succeed in male-dominated roles.

Borough President Gibson stated, “Conversations and gatherings like this are important because you can’t be what you cannot see.”

Moms and daughters alike were inspired by the words of encouragement and hope delivered by each of these phenomenal women.

Rain or Shine Section 5’s Produce Distribution Continues Serving the Community

Did you feel the blustery winds and heavy raindrops on Saturday morning? If you did, then you might have stopped by Saturday’s produce party distribution in Section 5 next to the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center (MMCC) for Teens. That’s right!

Despite inclement weather, Co-op City’s volunteers “showed up” with smiles and rain gear to distribute fresh spring produce to shareholders and neighbors.

There were plenty of strawberries, apples, pears and brussels sprouts, to name a few to go around. So remember, tell a neighbor and bring a bag or your shopping cart.

Rain or shine, Section 5’s pantry/fridge is open. In addition, watch out for “pop-up” food drop-offs by generous organizations throughout the week!

See you at the fridge!

Have a desire or some extra time to help us “Drive Out Hunger?” Join our movement! Register/volunteer.... @grassrootsgroceryny, or send a note via email: coopcitycommunityfridge@gmail.com.

––Yolanda Ramirez Photos by Yolanda Ramirez

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American Legion Post 1871 Community Involvement We Celebrated Women’s History Month!

Legionnaires of our Post have been very involved in this year’s Women History Month. Women have been involved in the military since the revolutionary war. Approximately 350,000 women served during WWII. On March 16, at our General Membership meeting, we highlighted some critical roles of women, then and now, via the showing of enlightening and historical videos.

The theme at the VA’s Women’s History Month highlighted March as “Colorectal Month.” The focus was to provide hope and awareness, for veterans and their families. In WKLV VSLULW RXU RZQ 6HUYLFH 2I¿FHU 'DYLV pictured right ZDV RQH WKH LQÀXHQFHUV ZKR YROXQWHHUHG IRU three days about various techniques to screen for colon cancer. The awareness also reminded women to focus on their own health while preoccupied with other family matters.

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Caring Legionnaires Answer the Call for Financial Support!

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March Birthdays!

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Saturday Volunteers…are needed for food distribution at 10:30 a.m. at the Co-op City Fridge. Interested in volunteering? Contact CoopcitycommunityIULGJH#JPDLO FRP Vice president of SFA, Ms. Carol Arthur, has given information regarding 501c, 201< &DUG ZKLFK ZLOO EH LQ DIIHFW YHU\ VRRQ DQG ZH ZLOO ORRN LQWR RWKHU RSWLRQV 6&5,( '5,( 0V $UWKXU LV DEOH WR RIIHU DVVLVWDQFH 6KH DOVR VDLG that all shareholders are eligible for the STAR Program, but you must register.

We offer condolences to all who lost a loved one. We wish all the best of good health. Happy Birthday wishes.

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Riverbay’s Website Address is: www.coopcity.com

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Rivers Run Community Garden

Building 10 Association

The weather kept us inside last weekend. Here is to hoping for no rain today.

Here is to hoping you can spare some time to help us beautify the garden.

Upcoming Work Days (All are welcome – weather permitting): This weekend at noon; Anytime there is good weather…

Membership Requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There LV D ZDLWLQJ OLVW IRU EHGV 0HPEHUV ZKR DUH DFWLYHO\ IXO¿OOLQJ WKH KRXUV RI volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome.

If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or me at 718-671-3801. Mailing address for dues (checks only): 100 Casals Pl #32K, Bronx, NY 10475 —Gail Sharbaan

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

New Cooperators – Welcome all new cooperators. We look forward to seeing you at the next General Membership meeting.

Building 10 Association Dues – The collection of Building Association dues for 2024 began on March 1. Building Association dues are $10.00 per apartment. We will be collecting in the lobby of Building 10A on April 4th from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-7 p.m. We will be in the lobby of Building 10B and 10C on April 18th from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5 p.m.-7 p.m. You can also bring your dues to the Building Association meeting or give to any executive board member. Please note, the money collected is used for Association-relatHG H[SHQVHV L H À\HUV PHHWLQJ DQG SDUW\ VXSSOLHV DQG UHIUHVKPHQWV HWF General Membership Meeting – Our next General Membership meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 11, at 7 p.m. in the Association Room located in the rear of Building 10B. Doors will open at 6:45 p.m. Our guest speaker will be Joseph Riley, Chief of CCPD. Please submit questions, comments and concerns at the beginning of the meeting.

Colorectal Cancer Screening – On March 24, the NAACP had a guest speaker named Dr. Othon Wiltz who gave a presentation regarding colorectal cancer screening. I am urging anyone reading this to get screened for colon cancer. Anyone can get colorectal cancer however it disproportionately affects the Black community. Our rates are the highest of any racial/ethnic group in the US. The best way to treat colorectal cancer is to catch it early. Everyone should be screened starting at age 45.

If You See Something, Say Something – For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311. You can also contact CCPD at their anonymous tips hotline: 718-8796311.

Suicide Prevention – If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in emotional distress, the number to call for help is 988, you can call or text.

Someone is available 24 hours a day.

Questions, Comments and Suggestions – You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com. We are also on Facebook ³%XLOGLQJ ³$%&´ $VVRFLDWLRQ ´ /LNH RXU SDJH DQG JHW QRWL¿HG RI DOO the happenings in and around Building 10.

We would like to wish all who are born this month an incredibly happy birthday.

Celebrating an anniversary this month? Happy Anniversary!!!

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

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

Have a wonderful week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Building 5 Association Greetings, to all cooperators of Building 5. Our room renovations are near completion. We are in need of volunteers to help get the room organized.

We want to thank all cooperators who donated various personal care products to support two organizations helping women have access to these items – No Women Left Behind and St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.

We will be assembling our Easter treats for all children of Buildings 5A, 5B and 5C on Wednesday, March 27, starting at 3 p.m. Distribution will take place on Saturday, March 30, from 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Thank you to all who contributed to the Easter treats.

Game Night has been postponed for the month of March. The next Game Night is scheduled for Friday, April 26, at 7 p.m.

Our membership drive has started and is doing well. We encourage all cooperators to join their Building Association. The dues are $7.00 per family for the year. Postings are listed as to when collections will take place in each building.

Our Building Association’s next meeting will take place on Tuesday, April 16, at 7 p.m.

Again, we are in need of volunteers to assist with getting the Association Room organized. If you are interested in helping, please email the Association and indicate the date and time you are available. Thank you.

—Joyce L. Duncan

NAACP The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) has profoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and equality for all during the course of 20th Century American History. Join the NAACP to help us do the work. We march to defend democracy. Membership is the Lifeblood of the organization.We meet the fourth (4th) Sunday of the month at 3:00 p.m. (currently virtual) barring any unforeseen circumstances.

NAACP 2I¿FH KRXUV Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.-12 p.m.

Kudos & Thanks to our Health Chair Joyce Dixon and Dr. Othon Wiltz, MD who specializes in Colon & Rectal Surgery. His slide presentation was excellent! Dr. Wiltz answered questions and explained with clarity about Colon Screening and the Colonoscopy Procedure. Dr. Othon Wiltz’s message is to speak to your doctor, get informed and get tested.

Please note: According to a new American Cancer Society (ACS) study, the number of people under 55 newly diagnosed with colorectal cancer has nearly doubled since 1995. That’s why both ACS and the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force have issued new recommendations for people at average risk of colorectal cancer to start regular screening at age 45.

March is Women’s History Month; we Salute – LEYAH CHASE January 6, 1923-June 1, 2019 – A James Beard award-winning chef and an inspiration for a Disney princess, the late Leyah Chase spent seven decades stirring, chopping, spooning, basting and, in general, creating countries delicious meals in her establishment, the famed Dooky Chase’s Restaurant in the Treme-Lafatte neighborhood. Leyah Chase was an American chef based in New Orleans, Louisiana. An author and television personality, she was known as the Queen of Creole Cuisine, advocating both the African-American art and Creole cooking.

Voting: This election season, we hold the most powerful tool to make democracy work for Black Americans: our vote. The issues that affect our community will make or break how we continue to thrive in this country. We can ¿[ $PHULFD¶V EURNHQ GHPRFUDF\ Vote. For more information on the NAACP’s work to mobilize Black voters, visit naacp.org/vote.

Presidential Primary – Voting for Delegates to National Convention 14th Congressional District. Early Voting March 23-30, 2024; location: Dreiser &RPPXQLW\ /RRS &RPPXQLW\ &HQWHU QG ÀRRU (OHFWLRQ 'D\ LV 7XHVGD\ April 2, 2014. Polls will open 6:00 a.m. and close 9:00 p.m. To check your voting status call, 1-866-868-3692.

You can follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP. Become a member, gift a membership or upgrade your membership. Take your advocacy further E\ MRLQLQJ LQ WKH ¿JKW IRU RXU VDFUHG ULJKW WR YRWH $QQXDO PHPEHUVKLS $GXOW $30; Youth, $10; or Silver Life, $750. Make check/money order payable to: NAACP Co-op City. Mail to: NAACP Co-op City, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 36, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. 7R OHDYH D PHVVDJH FDOO WKH RI¿FH SKRQH DW 3210 or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com.

—Brenda Brown

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Building 25 Association

Building 33 Association

Greetings, fellow Shareholders, and Happy Easter!

Here we are, at the end of another month, whew! May the new month, April, bring us joy, a spring in our steps and adventure.

Our Building 25 Association meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in our meeting room under the portico. On March 19, Mr. Edgar Perez, director of Restoration, was our guest speaker. Thank you, Mr. Perez, for attending our meeting, and for the wealth of information you imparted to us about the process for apartment restoration, for your patience and professionalism while addressing issues and concerns raised by the meeting attendees.

Thanks also to all the shareholders who attended the meeting. Our Building Association aims to identify issues and concerns relating to our building, and Co-op City, in general. So, Building 25 shareholders, your input and support is necessary and welcomed. Let us hear from you. In addition to attending meetings, shareholders may also contact us at bldg25association@gmail.com. Our Association’s suggestion box is in our laundry room.

FYI: 5LYHUED\ &RUSRUDWLRQ KDV GHYHORSHG D ³ 6SRWWHG /DQWHUQÀ\ &RQWURO 3URJUDP ´ ³7KH VSRWWHG ODQWHUQÀ\ LV DQ LQVHFW SHVW WKDW IHHGV RQ WUHHV DQG other varieties of plants…” They are “a one generation pest with eggs, nymphs, and adults.” The Exterminating department has outlined a management proJUDP IURP 0DUFK WR 2FWREHU WDUJHWLQJ HDFK VWDJH RI WKH ODQWHUQÀ\¶V GHYHORSment and treating the affected areas accordingly.

Package Delivery: There seems to be an increase in frequency when packages are not being delivered as addressed. Instead, the packages are placed on WKH ÀRRU LQ WKH OREE\ EXW RQ PXOWLSOH SDFNDJHV GLG QRW HYHQ PDNH LW inside of the building. The packages were left between the front entry doors.

Thanks to a kind and considerate neighbor who took her time to bring the packages to the inside lobby, so that the rightful owners would stand a better chance of retrieving their package.

Sick and Shut-ins: We wish you strength and healing every day.

Condolences: To families who have lost a loved one recently, we wish you peace and comfort.

Reminder: Please vote!

Have a wonderful week everyone!

—Evelyn Herbert

Good morning, Co-op City & Building 33 Cooperators.

President’s Report: The 8.1% increase was paused until July 1, 2024. Cooperators showed up and let their voices be heard at the Open Board Meeting on March 20! A local politician or two may have had representatives in the DXGLHQFH RU KHDUG DERXW WKH VLJQL¿FDQW DPRXQW RI SHRSOH LQ DWWHQGDQFH DQG GLG something about it. Many thought we didn’t matter and look what happened!

We elect these individuals and sometimes need their help. Of course, for a corporation this size to function, increases are necessary, but 8.1% is a lot.

7KH %RDUG UHTXHVWHG EXW +&5 GHWHUPLQHG WKDW ZDVQ¶W VXI¿FLHQW Hopefully, our politicians can get us a compromise for a more tolerable increase. In the meantime, I encourage cooperators to see if they are eligible for SCRIE or DRIE. The income maximum is $50,000. We don’t know how long the maximum was in place because most cooperators retiring now make much more. We can ask Assemblyman Benedetto to work on getting the limit increased. The bottom line is, whatever is needed to get what is necessary for us, we must start requesting it now! Wake up, people!

Cooperators at the meeting also complained about needing to see where the money was going. In recent weeks, I spoke about the same thing. Fortunately, ExHFXWLYH *HQHUDO 0DQDJHU 0DUYLQ :DOWRQ LV ZLOOLQJ WR OLVWHQ WR XV 7KLV LV D ¿UVW +H has reached out and had meetings with the Building Presidents to hear our concerns.

Did any of you see there will be a 2024 Supplier Fair?

Riverbay is also looking to utilize vendors and contractors we can hire to XSJUDGH FXVWRPL]H RXU DSDUWPHQWV DW D GLVFRXQWHG UDWH 5LJKW QRZ LI \RX GR unauthorized upgrades, you may encounter problems with Maintenance and if you decide to move out, Riverbay will restore your apartment and you are responsible for paying for it. If this comes to fruition, we won’t have those problems. Sounds good? It’s a start anyway.

The Building Association encourages you to come to the meetings so we can get your concerns to him. Also, take advantage of coopcity.com where you can email messages or suggestions to Riverbay. This is a better option than telephone calls, and most likely, you will get a response. Get what you need!

Wake up, people! $I¿GDYLW IRUPV ZLOO EH PDLOHG VRRQ DQG LI ZH FDQ JHW WKH PDMRULW\ RI WKH building to submit them online, we may be able to get our lobby renovated.

Wake up, people!

Environmental Report: Go outside and get some fresh air, you will feel better! Clean after your dogs, and keep our elevators, hallways, compactor rooms, and lobby clean!

The summer is coming. If there is an activity you’d like to do with the cooperators in the building, contact the Building Association at building33association@gmail.com, and let’s talk about it.

If you suffered from a loss, sickness, or hardship, we have you in our prayers!

Enjoy your week, walk good!

—Andrea D. Mayo

Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (opposite basketball court). The pantry is open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. All guests must present a pantry card, at least 4-6 clean shopping bags with handles and a shopping cart to receive food. We require guests to wear masks when visiting the pantry. Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays IURP D P S P 5HOLJLRXV DI¿OLDWLRQ LV QRW QHFHVVDU\ WR UHFHLYH IRRG 1HZ &OLHQW 5HJLVWUDWLRQ 5H &HUWL¿FDWLRQ )RU 5HWXUQLQJ *XHVWV 5HJLVWUDWLRQ DQG UH FHUWL¿FDWLRQ LV QRZ RSHQ WKURXJK $SULO *XHVWV PXVW EH \HDUV RU ROGHU WR DSSO\ RU UHFHUWLI\ 7KH UHTXLUHG LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ is as follows: NYC I.D. (zip code 10475), NY State Driver’s license, or NY State Non-Driver’s license. Passports, Medicaid and Medicare cards, employPHQW LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ DQG $FFHVV $ 5LGH LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ DUH QRW DFFHSWHG $W WKH WLPH RI UHJLVWUDWLRQ RU UHFHUWL¿FDWLRQ HYHU\ PHPEHU RI WKH KRXVHKROG PXVW EH SUHVHQW DQG SURGXFH YDOLG LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ +RXVHKROG PHPEHUV QHHG WR KDYH WKH same 10475 address. The intake forms will only include the number of houseKROG PHPEHUV ZKR DUH DEOH WR VKRZ XS LQ SHUVRQ DW WKH RI¿FH 7KRVH OLYLQJ LQ Sections 1, 2, 3, and 4 will register or recertify at the 920 Baychester Avenue location. Those living in Section 5 will register or recertify at the 2350 Palmer Avenue location on Thursdays.

Upcoming Trips We are accepting money for all trips right now: Saturday, June 8 – Caesars Atlantic City Casino, NJ; $55. Rebate: $10. Full payment is due by April 26; Saturday, August 17 – The Nordic, RI and Foxwoods Resort Casino, CT; $225. First payment ($75) is due by March 15; second payment ($75) is due by May 24; third payment ($75) is due by June 28. The Nordic is a popular hangRXW ZLWK DQ HQGOHVV VXSSO\ RI OREVWHU FUDE SULPH ULE ¿OHW PLJQRQ VKULPS salads, veggies, and much, much more.

Saturday, October 19 – Black Eyed Sally Southern Cajun Kitchen with MGM Casino; $120. First payment ($60) is due by September 6; second payment ($60) is due by October 4. We are accepting payments for trips now.

Non-refundable payments will only be accepted in the following forms – cash, personal checks, and ONLY postal money orders. Please call 917-209-5334 to book trips and arrange payment drop-offs.

Contact Us: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

—D. Illis

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Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations General Meeting: The special meeting of the executive board of the Coalition was held on Tuesday, February 13, via Zoom by noon. The meeting was well attended by the board members to include but not limited to Adeyemi LaCrown Oloruntoba (president), Norman M. Thomas (vice president), Francine Reva Jones (recording secretary), Dorothy Chambers-Byrd (member-at-large), and Merville Chambers (assistant treasurer), with the only excused from Daisy Young, the treasurer. The meeting was meant to have the presidents of various Building Associations in attendance, but the message did not get out on time.

Thus, the joint meeting was postponed.

Fundraising (Bus Tour): President Toba stated that the Coalition needs to think of a fundraising event. He posited that so far, the only event sponsored by the Coalition is the Kwanzaa celebration every year. This event was always made free to the community at the expense of the Coalition. Therefore, he emphasized that the Coalition should consider the idea of celebrating Juneteenth as a fundraising activity. Thus, this year, the Coalition will be organizing an overnight bus trip to Washington, DC, as a fundraising project.

Trip to the National Museum of African American History: The bus trip will be from Saturday, June 22, to Sunday, June 23. The trip will start from Coop City at 8 a.m. on Saturday and return from Washington, DC by 5 p.m. The WULS ZLOO LQFOXGH ¿UVW FODVV IXOO VHUYLFH KRWHOV QLJKW URXQG WULS WUDQVSRUWDWLRQ DOO \RX FDQ HDW GLQQHU EUHDNIDVW SUHPLXP RSHQ EDU '- GDQFH SDUW\ FRPHG\ VKRZ 0DU\ODQG /LYH &DVLQR $UXQGHO 0LOOV 0DOO 1DWLRQDO 0XVHXP RI $IULFDQ $PHULFDQ +LVWRU\ &XOWXUH 3DVV HWF

Broun Place Townhouse Association Happy Easter and Passover plus all spring celebrations. Let us enjoy, and let XV HVSHFLDOO\ KRQRU ZRPHQ +DSS\ ELUWKGD\ 0DGGLH %XVDP RXU ¿UVW JUDQGGDXJKWHU D IUHVKPDQ DW 9DVVDU &ROOHJH +HUH LV WR \RX RQ \RXU WK ELUWKGD\ /HW XV FODS IRU \RXU PRP 0UV $OLVRQ %XVDP JUDQGPRP DQG IRUPHU FRRSHUDWRU /RXLVH 1HOOHJDU DQG JUDQGPRWKHU UHWLUHG QXUVH -XGLWK %XVDP +HUH KHUH WR RXU HGLWRU LQ FKLHI 5R]DDQ %RRQH 6RQLD )HOLFLDQR SUHVLGHQW 5LYHUED\ %RDUG RI 'LUHFWRUV DQG 0DUMRULH +HOPV IRUPHU SUHVLGHQW %URXQ 3ODFH Townhouse Association. We are so proud to salute you and proud to know you.

Now, for this week’s scam prevention tip, do not give your personal info RYHU WKH SKRQH 7KH FDOOHU VD\V ³,¶P FDOOLQJ IURP WKH 1DWLRQDO 'HEW 5HOLHI Program.” There is no such program, and if there were, they would not call you. You may get this call and they make it sound real, but it is a fraud, so do not buy it.

Next, let us discuss street and road protocols. There is a new Stop sign at the corner of Broun Place and Bellamy Loop. You are supposed to stop and look right, left and ahead. People are not obeying driving rules. Nor are they obeying parking grids.

Thank you to the powers that be for the option of watch the live broadcast of the meeting. Do your homework and come with accuracy and knowledge.

Once again, we thank our Executive General Manager Mr. Marvin Walton for leading and producing a well-organized community meeting. Cooperators, former cooperators and wannabees have dropped a lot of criticism on the Facebook forum, but many have not gotten their facts right. Do your research, get WKH IDFWV ULJKW )RU H[DPSOH WKH ZRUG ³JHQWUL¿FDWLRQ ´ *HQWUL¿FDWLRQ LV WKH SURFHVV RI FKDQJLQJ WKH FKDUDFWHU RI D QHLJKERUKRRG WKURXJK WKH LQÀX[ RI PRUH DIÀXHQW UHVLGHQWV DQG LQYHVWPHQW ,Q &R RS &LW\ WKDW ZRXOG PHDQ FKDQJLQJ the whole process, taking us out of the middle-income, Mitchell-Lama model, state operated and guided. That is not happening.

3OHDVH XVH RXU ORFDO EXVLQHVVHV :H KDYH D JUHDW SRVW RI¿FH LQ 'UHLVHU &RPbine your daily errands and use the market and shop closest to your home.

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Regarding dogs, steady barking and aggressive behavior is not allowed and dog owners are required to pick up after their dog. CCPD phone number is

1HZV RQ WKH HIIHFW RI ODVW \HDU¶V 5LYHUED\ (OHFWLRQV ¿DVFR VKRXOG EH IRUWKcoming. Also, it is primary election time. The Riverbay chat is mentioned in the Co-op City Times ,W LV QRW RQO\ IRU FRPSODLQWV %URXQ 3ODFH WLGLQJV DUH welcome.

Sincere condolences to Shirley and Rod Sanders and their family, on the passing of Shirley’s mom. We send best wishes and hopes for complete healing to all those recovering from suffering and illness. A couple of meaningful statements: “Life has no remote, get up and change it yourself” and “We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone,” both attributed to Ronald Reagan.

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

The various rates for the occupancy this year will include 6LQJOH 'RXEOH 7ULSOH 4XDG $GYDQFHG SD\PHQW RI PXVW EH SDLG E\ $SULO WK by Zelle, cash or check to the Coalition. For more details, call President Toba at 347-327-6288.

Riverbay Rooms: The report on the Riverbay Board on Amended ResoluWLRQ ZDV SUHVHQWHG 7KH UHSRUW KDG LW WKDW WKH FHUWL¿HG &R RS &LW\ RUJDnizations would get an additional one designated room free in a year while the in-kind service fee remains the same.

Coalition Name Change: President Toba suggested the idea of name change for the Coalition, to eliminate the words “African American” for inclusivity. He stated that if we revamp the name of the Coalition, this will give room for more Co-op City organizations to become members. We would need WR ¿OH DQ RI¿FLDO QDPH FKDQJH ZLWK WKH ,56 DQG 1<6 &KDULWLHV %XUHDX —Adeyemi LaCrown Oloruntoba

Building 27 Association Hello, neighbors, we trust all is well. Stay vigilant, cautious and wear your PDVNV LQ FURZGV 7KH ZHDWKHU KDV EHHQ D OLWWOH IDYRUDEOH EH FDUHIXO YLUXVHV DUH VWLOO DURXQG DQG WKLV LV DOVR ÀX VHDVRQ 'D\OLJKW VDYLQJ WLPH LV KHUH 6SULQJ LV KHUH Weather is pleasant. Let’s continue to pray that we all will remain safe and healthy.

Building 27 Association – General meeting is Thursday, March 28, at 7 p.m. The guest speaker is Assist. Exec. Gen. Mgr. Cary Smith. See you there in Bldg. C Association Room, rear lobby. Please be mindful of others who may want to ask questions. Also feel free to offer your suggestions that possibly FRXOG EHQH¿W XV DOO /LJKW UHIUHVKPHQWV DQG UDIÀHV Collection of Dues – New shareholders, we welcome you. Collection of dues acknowledges your family as a member supporting your Building Association. As a member, your $5 dues will support the Association for related H[SHQVHV VXFK DV ÀLHUV SRVWHG E\ WKH $VVRFLDWLRQ VXSSOLHV OLJKW UHIUHVKPHQWV IRU WKH PHHWLQJV HWF 'DWHV RI FROOHFWLRQ $SULO S P DQG $SULO p.m., in your respective lobby.

Early Voting in NY Presidential Primary – Began March 23 through 0DUFK &R RS &LW\ YRWHV DW 'UHLVHU &HQWHU 3OHDVH FKHFN WKH KRXUV (QFRXUage all you know to vote.

Notice of 8.1% Increase – The commissioner has amended the implemenWDWLRQ GDWH RI WKH FDUU\LQJ FKDUJH LQFUHDVH QRZ HIIHFWLYH -XO\ 2XU HOHFWHG RI¿FLDOV $VVHPEO\PDQ 0LFKDHO %HQHGHWWR DQG 6HQDWRU -DPDDO Bailey are negotiating with HCR and the governor and hopefully more positive details will follow.

Women History Month – ,Q WKH 1DWLRQDO :RPHQ¶V +LVWRU\ 3URMHFW SHWLWLRQHG &RQJUHVV WR SDVV 3XE / ZKLFK SURFODLPHG 0DUFK DV “Women’s History Month.” The resolutions and proclamations annually celebrate the contributions women have made to the United States and recognize WKH DFKLHYHPHQWV ZRPHQ KDYH PDGH LQ D YDULHW\ RI ¿HOGV LQ $PHULFD :H DUH thankful for the women of Co-op City, so many talented younger adults who DUH ÀXHQW LQ WKH WHFKQRORJ\ ¿HOG WKH IXWXUH :H SDVV WKH WRUFK DQG WUXVW WKHP WR keep Co-op City affordable. The younger adults showed up and out at the Town Hall meeting, asking questions and demanding answers as their future is at stake.

Free Tax Prep Services – 7KH RI¿FH RI &RXQFLO 0HPEHU .HYLQ 5LOH\ 'LVtrict 12) offers free services for individuals without dependents with maximum LQFRPH RI DQG ZLWK GHSHQGHQWV ZLWK LQFRPH PD[LPXP RI &DOO WKH RI¿FH DW RU YLVLW 6HFWLRQ (LQVWHLQ /RRS 5P RU (DVW *XQ +LOO 5G Happy Birthday to all celebrating this month. We wish all the best of health DQG VDIHW\ &RQWDFW /\GLD 5RQGRQ DW DQG VKH ZLOO JODGO\ DFknowledge your birthday by sending you a card. She is excellent in sharing good will. Also, notify her of any illness, or if a neighbor has become deceased or transferred to a nursing home.

There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about. –Margaret J. Wheatley H. Overman

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Building 13 Association

National Council of Negro Women

May this beautiful springtime bring you love, compassion, hope and faith.

My sincerest wishes to those who celebrate the glorious holiday of Easter.

Easter Sunday is a religious Christian holiday that is observed globally to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The week-long festivities start a week before Easter Sunday. The period is called Holy Week and begins with Palm Sunday – the Sunday before Easter and includes Holy Thursday and *RRG )ULGD\ :KLOH KROLGD\V OLNH &KULVWPDV KDYH ¿[HG GDWHV WKH GDWH IRU Easter changes from year to year. According to the Bible, it marks the third GD\ DIWHU -HVXV ZDV FUXFL¿HG ZKHQ KH URVH IURP WKH GHDG $URXQG WKH ZRUOG Easter is celebrated in various ways, with many cultures incorporating their own traditions and customs into the holiday. In the United States, on Easter, people traditionally visit churches, bake hot cross buns, and decorate Easter eggs, which are symbolic of Christ’s death on the cross and resurrection from the tomb. Children decorate eggs and take part in Easter egg hunts, where the Easter Bunny hides eggs. Around this time of year, some children receive Easter baskets full of candy, snacks, and presents.

Copies of the maintenance issues and possible solutions submitted by VKDUHKROGHUV WKURXJKRXW WKH FRPSOH[ ZHUH HPDLOHG WR PHPEHUV ,I \RX would like a copy of the suggested maintenance problems along with some proposed solutions, some of which I shared at our last Building meeting, you will have to make sure we have your e-mail address. There were a few people who wrote their email address but it was not totally legible. Please re-send to the email address below.

Additionally, we hope you found time to read the Co-op City Times a couple of weeks ago that informed you of the various Riverbay departments, descriptions, duties and responsibilities. Please take the time to read the Coop City Times weekly and the notices placed in the bulletin board in the lobby. Attend Association and community meetings. Stay involved.

Remember to save the date, April 20, when Rivers Run Community Garden and others will celebrate Earth Day with the community to raise our awareness on the importance of Earth and the Climate.

Summer Fun Day $V DOZD\V ZH WU\ WR EULQJ QHZ DQG H[FLWLQJ HYHQWV and activities to the community and this year will be no different. Some of WKH SHUIRUPHUV DQG LQVWUXFWRUV KDYH DOUHDG\ FRQ¿UPHG WKHLU SUHVHQFH DQG some community vendors have contributed to the event. SFD is scheduled for Saturday, June 22 (rain date June 23). The festivities are open to the entire community.

“We cannot seek achievement for ourselves and forget about progress and prosperity for our community.” –Cesar Chavez Visit our Facebook page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City.

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

––Leslie Peterson

Women Represent! – Come get your glow on! Join us for our Women Represent program on Saturday, April 13, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. via Zoom. The program’s theme, “Be the Light; Let’s Get Glowing,” is based on our own Camille Worrell’s book, “Get Up & Glow with Me.” The program will feature select pieces from each section of her book weaved into a story of dramatic presentation. So come join us on Saturday, April 13, at Zoom Meeting ID: 890 0721 3945, Passcode: 000706. For further information, contact Camille Worrell at worrellswords@aol.com.

Social Justice – The NYS elections website is https://elections.ny.gov/registration-and-voting-deadlines 9RWLQJ LV H[WUHPHO\ LPSRUWDQW VR KHUH LV LQIRUPDtion about Voter Registration and Deadlines: • Early Voting for Presidential Primary Election – Saturday, March 23, to Saturday, March 30.

• Absentee Voting for Presidential Primary Election – Saturday, March 23, last day application for ballot must be received by Board of Election. Monday, April 1, last day to apply in person for ballot. Tuesday, April 2, last day to postmark ballot and the postmarked ballot envelope must be received by April 9.

Tuesday, April 2, last day to deliver ballot in person to NYC Board of Election.

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—Joyce Howard

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Newsong Church

Building 6 Association

Cooperators United

Easter @ Newsong 25 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; —John 11:25 (NIV) Easter Sunday Celebration: March 31st at 11 a.m. The resurrection of Jesus gives us hope that what is dead in our lives can come to life again! No matter where you are in life, we’d love for you to join us! Here are some frequently asked questions about NSC… “Do I have to dress up?” No, most people dress casually, but you are welcome to wear whatever makes you comfortable.

“How long is the service?” Our worship experience lasts about 90 minutes. We start by singing songs, and then hear from a member of our teaching team. (Check out our YouTube channel). At the end of our gathering, we create space to respond to God’s Word by singing and praying for one another.

“What about my kids?” We want your children to experience an exciting Easter! We have created a high-energy Kidsong service where your children will have fun and hear the Easter story through an interactive message that is specifically tailored to them.

What to Expect: Discounted parking is available in the parking garage on Einstein Loop. NSC is in the Einstein Community Center (135 Einstein Loop) on the second floor. Once you’re inside, one of our team members will gladly assist you. If you would like more information about NSC, please feel free to check out our website or give us a call!

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow, as we worship our resurrected King!

Contact Us Mailing Address: 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 42; Email: CentralTeam@newsongchurchnyc.org; Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org; Phone: 917342-2559. Social Media: Instagram: @newsongchurchbx; Facebook: @newsongchurchbx; X: @ newsongchurchbx; YouTube: Newsong Church NYC —Pastor Mike Tolone

Greetings, neighbors. When you read this, I hope it finds you in good standing…Happy Easter/Resurrection Day to all of my Christian neighbors. May this season be filled with promising prosperity as the resurrection gives my life meaning and direction and the opportunity to start over no matter what my circumstances may be.

The Building 6 Association would like to thank NYS Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and NYS Senator Jamaal T. Bailey for working diligently on the shareholders of Co-op City’s behalf giving us some wiggle room to mediate between the raise of the 8/1% as it would have greatly impaired a lot of us. Neighbors, I implore you all to stay actively engaged while the elected officials try to facilitate lowering the rate. The level of activism must stay up so they know we mean business. We are shareholders, so let us act like so.

Please Save the Dates Thursday, April 4 – The NYS National Guard Emergency Preparedness Seminar demonstrated by SSG Anthony Chen from 6-8:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 13 – The Managing Stress Depression and Anxiety Workshop from 12-2:30 p.m., demonstrated by LCSW Angel Gavilanes.

Saturday, April 20 – Family Game night 5:309:30 p.m. Neighbors, bring your own dish as food donations are always welcomed.

All events are held in the Association Room located under the rear portico unless otherwise noted.

Neighbors, if you have any complaints or compliments, feel free to contact President Lassiter at 347366-7690.

If you have any maintenance, laundry, compactor room or floor issues, contact Vice President Gilliard at 917-613-2520, as she is responsible for maintaining the entire building’s infrastructure and outside grounds keeping.

I pray safety over all. Godspeed.

“I am human because you are human. My humanity is caught up in yours.” –Archbishop Tutu ––Lauren K. Lassiter

Greetings, fellow Building and Townhouse Association presidents and members.

It is imperative that Cooperators United have your physical support by way of meeting attendance, as well as your financial support through your building’s annual dues payment.

Cooperators United met on Monday, March 25, in Bartow, Room 28. Surrogate attendee Leon Tulton (Building 19) was recognized and thanked for preparing the January and February minutes.

Executive Board members will meet with Management regarding the Townhouse Association Room Use agreements.

It is understood that many of our members work with the Board of Elections this week.

Treasurer’s Report: read.

Secretary’s Report: January minutes: read.

February minutes: read.

Bylaws with amendments: read Our April meeting will dedicate the initial 3045 minutes to voting on agenda items ‘set aside’ at the March 25 meeting. These agenda items were previously disseminated to Building Association presidents for review via email.

Scam alert: Meet ups for online purchase transactions should be conducted at verified e-commerce locations only.

OMNY Update: Discussions to have OMNY purchase stations installed within Co-op City are ongoing. Please see Aaron Carnegie for more details and petitions.

CB 10: Bronx Borough President’s State of the Borough Address will be held on Thursday, April 18, 5:30-8 p.m. RSVP/Tickets required (see community flyers).

Our next Cooperators United meeting is scheduled for Monday, April 29, at 7 p.m., in Bartow, Room 28. Please arrive promptly. We have a lot of work to do.

––Linda Collins

Building 31 A/B Association Building 31 A/B Association invites you to attend our next building meeting. The meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, April 9, at 7:00 p.m. in the Association Room. The Association Room is located in the rear of 31B. Our invited guest is Executive General Manager Mr. Marvin Walton. Please come out and hear how the team, cooperators, Riverbay Board members and Riverbay Management, will work together for a better Co-op City. Come out to hear how you can participate in upcoming and future improvements.

One of the most important things that we all can do is vote. Vote for the officers of your Building Association, vote for your representatives on the Riverbay Board and please vote for your elected officials. It is easy to criticize and complain, but it takes courage to get and stay involved. Your support will make a stronger building association, board and community.

The Scholarship Committee has had several fundraisers, most recent was Tech Help. It was an informative and hands-on learning experience. I extend my appreciation to Sharon J. and her committee for their dedication, time and talents to these activities.

We are still looking for floor captains. This is our home and we must show that we care. Please keep it safe, clean and be a caring neighbor.

Please advise via the contact number posted in the lobby if you know of any neighbor who is sick, if they had a death in the family or if they just need someone to stop by.

The Co-op City Baptist Church has a food giveaway on the second and fourth Fridays in the month. The food is given out in front of the Einstein Community Center from 1 p.m.-4 p.m. or until the food runs outs. It is free, please bring your own bags and a shopping cart.

Looking forward to seeing you on April 9. Stay safe.

––Sharon Clarke

Stay Vigilant Be mindful of your surroundings at all times.

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Co-op City Times / March 30, 2024

AARP Chapter #4997 Good morning and happy holy days to all as you celebrate in your choice of events. May you have peace and joy with the days going forward on your journey.

The year 2024 is one quarter gone and many new activities are still in the SODQQLQJ VWDJHV 2XU 7RXU &RPPLWWHH LV SUHSDULQJ WKH ¿QDO GHWDLOV IRU WKH WULS on April 30, for a show: “A Tribute to the Supremes.” Keep in mind that we will be using our new pick-up location, Dreiser Loop near the H&R Block of¿FH :H VWLOO KDYH WKUHH GURS RII ORFDWLRQV XSRQ UHWXUQ 7KHUH LV VSDFH RQ RXU UHJLVWHU IRU WKH -XQH WULS WR WKH 9\QHFUHVW :LQHU\ DQG :LQG &UHHN &DVLQR 7KH FRVW RI WKLV WULS LV ZKLFK LQFOXGHV WKH ZLQHU\ D VWRS DW WKH :LQG Creek Casino and an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner. For reservations and quesWLRQV SOHDVH FRQWDFW 0V :ULJKW RU 0V %URZQ Our General Membership Meeting is scheduled for April 8 at 1 p.m. in the DXGLWRULXP DW 'UHLVHU /RRS VHFRQG ÀRRU :H ZLOO EH KDYLQJ D JXHVW VSHDNHU who is well versed in helping you to avoid stress and anxiety in your life. Our of¿FHV DUH ORFDWHG DW 'UHLVHU /RRS VHFRQG ÀRRU 5RRP ³ ´ 0RQGD\ 7KXUVGD\ D P S P WHOHSKRQH HPDLO DDUS #JPDLO FRP There are other important issues that concern us as shareholders currently. First being voting, early voting is ongoing for the NY Presidential Primary in Dreiser Loop until March 30, and then election day is Tuesday, April 2, for all registered YRWHUV :H QHHG WR UHPHPEHU KRZ LPSRUWDQW YRWLQJ DQG VSHDNLQJ XS UHDOO\ DUH in all aspects of our life. Second, the 8.1% increase in carrying charges has been GHOD\HG XQWLO -XO\ DQG WKDW JLYHV XV WLPH WR FRQWDFW DOO HOHFWHG RI¿FLDOV DQG SURWHVW WKH DPRXQW RI WKH LQFUHDVH $QG WKLUG ,QFRPH $I¿GDYLWV DUH EHLQJ mailed to shareholders at this very moment. They need to be notarized; anyone over the age of 18 must sign; all signatories must be present with current identi¿FDWLRQ ZKHQ \RX PHHW ZLWK WKH QRWDU\ 2XU RI¿FH ZLOO EH QRWDUL]LQJ DJDLQ WKLV \HDU DQG WKHUH ZLOO EH D IHH 2XU RI¿FHV DQG PHHWLQJV DUH VWLOO PDVN PDQGDWHG

Goose Island Seniors Mt. Airy Lodge Casino ± LQ 0W 3RFRQR 3$ 7KX $SU 3ULFH 1R bonus. Bus arriving Einstein Loop, 9 a.m.; Asch Loop, 9:30 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, D P 0DNH FKHFNV WR *RRVH ,VODQG 6HQLRUV (LQVWHLQ /RRS 5P %[ 1< RU Zelle WR &DVK $SS WR 6WHSKHQ&DUO6U &RYLG vaccination required.

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Barbados Family and Friends Tour ± 0D\ -XQH 3ULFH IURP SS GRXEOH WR VLQJOH URRP &DOO Villa Roma ± 7ULEXWH WR 'LDQD 5RVV DQG *ODG\V .QLJKW 7XH -XQH :DLW OLVW RQO\ 3ULFH 'RZQ SD\PHQW WR UHVHUYH VHDW %DODQFH GXH E\ 0D\ Tribute to Whitney Houston ± DW 7URSLFDQD &DVLQR $& 7KX -XQH 3ULFH %RQXV VORW SOD\ DQG IRRG YRXFKHU 'HSRVLW WR UHVHUYH VHDW RQ EXV %DODQFH GXH -XQH Lego Land, NYC ± 6DW -XQ 3ULFH DGXOWV SS RU PRUH FKLOGUHQ &DOO Nordic Lodge Seafood Feast, Tanger Outlet, Foxwoods Casino – Sat., $XJ UG 3ULFH &DOO WH[W Resorts Casino, AC ± 7KX $XJ 3ULFH ERQXV VORW SOD\ Holiday Hills Picnic ± 3URVSHFW &7 7XH $XJ 3ULFH GHSRVLW WR UHVHUYH VHDW %DODQFH GXH :HG -XO\ 2024 Norwegian Cruise ± +DZDLL $XJ 6HSW &DOO

Notary ± ZLWK <YRQQH 0HQHIHH 7KXUVGD\V D P S P (LQVWHLQ Loop, Room 34 or 39.

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On a happier note, we will be holding the SYEP (Summer Youth Employment Program) again this summer where the youth, with patience, assist seniors/adults in the use of their personal technology items. Times and more LQIRUPDWLRQ WR IROORZ 6WDUW GDWH LV -XO\ 0UV :LOVRQ DQG KHU FRPPLWWHH IURP *RRG DQG :HOIDUH DUH VHQGLQJ FRQWLQXLQJ JRRG ZLVKHV DQG SUD\HUV IRU WKH LPSURYHPHQW RI DOO DQG WKHLU IDPLOLHV &RQWDFW KHU DW IRU DQ\ information you wish to share with our readers. Ms. Baker, membership, can EH UHDFKHG RQ IRU QHZ UHQHZDO PHPEHUVKLS LQIRUPDWLRQ RU \RX FDQ FRPH E\ WKH RI¿FH ZLWK \RXU TXHVWLRQV RU FRQFHUQV We are here to serve – not to be served ––Ann Purnell

Retirees of Dreiser Loop Greetings, retirees and friends. +DSS\ (DVWHU ZLVKHV WR \RX DQG \RXU ORYHG RQHV :H ZLVK \RX DQ (DVWHU ¿OOHG ZLWK ORYH MR\ DQG KDSSLQHVV Atlantic City Overnight Trip ±7URSLFDQD &DVLQR +RWHO :HGQHVGD\ 0D\ 29-30. One night hotel stay and tribute to the “Jersey Boys and Girls” show; SS GRXEOH SS VLQJOH ERQXV VORW SOD\ IRRG YRXFKHU %DOance payments are due now. Bus pick-up at 9 a.m. on Dreiser Loop in front of H&R Block. Return trip drop-offs at Einstein, Asch, and Dreiser Loop.

Carnival Cruise 2024 –Eastern Caribbean 9 day/8 night cruise (traveling to Amber Cove (Dominican Republic), Grand Turks, and Half Moon Cay (BahaPDV RQ WKH EHDXWLIXO QHZ VKLS 9HQH]LD OHDYLQJ IURP 1<& RQ -XO\ FUXLVLQJ through July 24, 2024).

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Entertainment Committee – Our annual June luncheon will be held on :HGQHVGD\ -XQH IURP D P S P DW WKH EHDXWLIXO 0DULQD GHO 5H\ 7LFNHWV DUH LQFOXGHV WUDQVSRUWDWLRQ RQ D ¿UVW SDLG ¿UVW VHDWHG EDVLV Daisy will be in Room 19 on Tuesdays and Thursday from 1-3 p.m. Questions FDQ EH DGGUHVVHG WR 'DLV\ DW RU DQG -D\ DW

Scholarship Committee – Scholarship applications are available in Room 19. The deadline for the submission of completed scholarship applications to the Scholarship Committee is May 24, 2024. Applicants must be high school seniors scheduled to graduate in June 2024. The applicant’s parent/grandparent must be a RODL member in good standing (dues paid for the past two years). &RQWDFW -R$QQ DW ZLWK TXHVWLRQV Membership Committee – Annual membership dues for 2024 can be remitted by personal check payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” in the amount RI DQG PDLOHG WR 5HWLUHHV RI 'UHLVHU /RRS 'UHLVHU /RRS 5RRP %URQ[ 1< 4XHVWLRQV PD\ EH DGGUHVVHG WR 0DU\ DW Happy Birthday ± :H H[WHQG RXU EHVW ZLVKHV WR DOO RXU 0DUFK FHOHEUDQWV May you all have an incredibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year.

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—Georgianna Rodriguez

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JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities JASA FREE Tax Preparation 2024 – Income Limit: Single, $32,000; w/dependents, $60,000; 2049 %DUWRZ $YH EDFN RI WKH -$6$ 125& 2I¿FH 0RQGD\V D P S P 0XVW EULQJ 6RFLDO 6HFXULW\ FDUG Call 718-320-2066 for appointment.

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Jewelry Session w/JASA – Wed., April 10, 10:30 D P S P EDFN RI -$6$ 125& 2I¿FH NORC Annual Health & Wellness Fair – Wed.,

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LUNCH & DINNER MENUS

Mindful Mornings Tai Chi 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

Line Dance w/Sassy 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Book Club, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Ageless Facials & Self Care, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Appointments only.

Ikea, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler 10-11 a.m. (Virtual), 863-4924183, Passcode: Dreiser23 Stay Well w/Denise 10-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Piano Sing Along Class, 11 a.m.12 p.m. (Twice a month), Rm. 2 Smartphone and Tablet Literacy Class w/Julesa, 1:15-2:15 p.m.

LUNCH: KOSHER: Garlic Beef 0HDWEDOOV 3DVWD 7RVV 6DODG Z 'UHVVLQJ

Game Time, 9 a.m.-10 a.m.

Current Events, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Art w/Lovie, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (2x a month) *NEW* SAIL - Staying Active & Bridge to Care Arthritis ExerIndependent for Life w/Gail, cise, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Creative Arts & Painting, Tai Chi w/Jimmy, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 35 Computer & Tablet Class w/Ralph 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Dial-in #: Go Easy on us Computers 347-893-2966. Meeting ID: 854 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Rm. 40 2963 5300. Passcode: Dreiser23

Alternate Kosher Meals are available

NON KOSHER: Spanish Style Beef Stew, +RPHPDGH 0DVKHG 3RWDWRHV 6WHDPHG Broccoli NO DINNER SERVED

Walk w/Odessa, on break until Spring 2024 Blood Pressure, 12-1 p.m., (1st & 3rd Tues.)

Health & Wellness w/Ann 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Adult Coloring, 12-1 p.m.

Smart Phone & Tablet Class w/Julesa, 1:45-2:45 p.m.

Dinner Hour: 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Never Too Old to Learn Spanish, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 35

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Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Bereavement Hour w/Dorine (1st Wednesday only per month) 12-1 p.m.

Line Dancing w/Cynthia Wed. & Fri., 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

Dominoes w/Jose 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Dinner Hour: 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Hair Care 4U, 9 a.m.-11 a.m.

Appointments only Spring in Your Step Stretch & Tone w/Ola, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Action Bodies In Motion 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Room 45 Prize Bingo & Board Games 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 49A

LUNCH: KOSHER: Comforting Lentil and Game Time, 9-10 a.m.

Bean Chili, Brown Rice, Capri Blend Vegetables; Current Events, 10-11 a.m.

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Beans, Braised Collards, Orange

Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Visual Arts w/Laura via Zoom 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Knitting/Crocheting with Lynne and Betty, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Card Games with Frankie, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Game Time, 9-10 a.m.

Current Events, 10-11 a.m.

Visual Arts, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Wellness Mornings, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Salsa Dancing, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Nutrition Presentation, 1:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

Meeting ID: 816 1164 3463, Walk With Ease, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Passcode: dreiser23 Manicure Services for Seniors 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. (Twice a month)

LUNCH: KOSHER: %DNHG %UHDGHG &KLFNHQ &XWOHW *DUOLF 5RVHPDU\ 5RDVWHG 3RWDWRHV &XFXPEHU 'LOO Salad NON-KOSHER: Spanish Style Baked Chicken, Italian Blend Veg., Roasted Sweet Potato Fries DINNER: BARTOW ONLY KOSHER: Beef of Pot Roast, Garlic 0DVKHG 3RWDWRHV ,WDOLDQ &XW *UHHQ %HDQV %DQDQD *5$% *2 NON-KOSHER: %XIIDOR &KLFN 3HDV 3RZHU *UDLQ %RZO Pasta, Steamed Carrots, Apple

Massage Therapy Sewing Class w/Joy, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Coloring for Calmness 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rm. 2 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m Manicure, 10:30 a.m-12 p.m.

Knitting and Crocheting w/ Loretta Chess Club, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Line Dance with Cynthia Alert & Alive w/Cathy and Essie 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

Blood Pressure Screening 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Rm. 4 Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Line Dance w/Sassy Drama Club w/Dazee Windley 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Aud. A Let’s Get It on Zumba 3 p.m.-4 p.m., in the back of 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Bingo w/Gay, 1:20-2:50 p.m., Rm. 4 the JASA NORC Office Intergenerational Arts & Crafts Menu Fee for lunch is $2 & $5 for guest. ALL meals served with w/Denise, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. margarine and fresh milk. Menu subject to change without notice.

Salsa with Rasheed For information, please call: (718) 320-2066. Schedule subject to 10 a.m.-11 a.m. change without notice.

Payments for trips can be made where noted, Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.-12 Word Games p.m. and 2-4 p.m. only.

10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, the Bingo on Saturdays NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. in the back of JASA NORC Office Must be 60 or older to become a JASA participant.

LUNCH: KOSHER: Italian Roasted Chicken, 6ZHHW 1RRGOH .XJHO 6SLFHG 0L[HG 9HJHWDEOHV NON-KOSHER: Baked Fish w/Black Bean 6DXFH 3DVWD 1RUPDQG\ %OHQG 9HJHWDEOHV

Sat., Apr. 6

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Einstein

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(NORC) Line Dancing with Bartow Swingers (ONLY) 12-1 p.m., Every Mon.

other services.

Steel Drum Classes ± -$6$ 125& 2I¿FH RQ Wed., 12:30-2:30 p.m.

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Lunch: Only BARTOW BARTOW OAC LUNCH XQWLO ¿QLVKHG: ONLY KOSHER: Baked Chicken Cutlet, in KOSHER: 0RURFFDQ 6DOPRQ &RXV &RXV KOSHER: Gravy, 0RURFFDQ 6W\OH 5RDVWHG Mushroom Egg Barley, Banana 6WHDPHG <HOORZ 6TXDVK 3HDU Chicken Legs, Brown Rice, Green NON-KOSHER: Baked Steamed Fish in Black NON-KOSHER: Grilled Caribbean %HDQV 3OXP Bean Sauce, Penne Pasta, Corn w/Peas &KLFNHQ %UHDVW Soft 4XLQRD &DEEDJH DQG NON-KOSHER: Taco w/Vegetables., & Sliced Carrots, Orange Carrot Slaw, Apple Rice Pilaf, Baby Carrots w/Parsley, Banana

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The Church of St. Thomas The Apostle

What a shame when we refuse to see God’s intervention in our lives. Jesus came as predicted and showed them the power of God. They refused to recognize his divinity so they would have to live without his presence. If we reject God we will reap disaster.

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Are we doing God’s work or are we concerned with titles and ranks? Jesus got right to the point! You have made my house a den of thieves! Make sure your priorities are right in the house of God. Schedule—147 Dreiser Loop VW 6XQGD\ RI WKH PRQWK ELOLQJXDO &RPPXQLRQ 6HUYLFH D P Sunday: 6SDQLVK D P (QJOLVK 6HUYLFH D P Tuesday: 3UD\HU D P Wed./Thurs.: 1RQ SHULVKDEOH IRRG GLVWULEXWLRQ S P Thursday: 3UD\HU %LEOH 6WXG\ S P Friday: <RXWK 6HUYLFH 2SHUDWLRQ *UDFH S P Saturday: :RPHQ¶V )HOORZVKLS VHFRQG 6DWXUGD\ RI WKH PRQWK S P <RXQJ $GXOWV WKLUG 6DWXUGD\ RI WKH PRQWK S P 0HQ¶V )HOORZVKLS IRXUWK 6DWXUGD\ RI WKH PRQWK S P %OHVVLQJV LQ &KULVW —Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

Co-op City United Methodist Church IEMU de Co-op City Open Doors, Open Hearts, and Open Minds.

Come and Visit Us – We are a multi-ethnic and bilingual, %LEOH FHQWHUHG FRQJUHJDWLRQ ZLWK VSLULW ¿OOHG ZRUVKLS :H RIIHU D YDULHW\ RI RSSRUWXQLWLHV IRU VSLULWXDO JURZWK IHOORZVKLS DQG VHUYLFH WR *RG DQG RXU FRPPXQLW\. Services are held in person at 2350 Palmer Avenue across from Building 30. Parking is available. You can also participate with us via Zoom (904 4685745) or Facebook live (United Methodist Church of Co-op City). You’re always welcome.

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Traditional Synagogue

Community Protestant Church

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The synagogue would appreciate donations to keep our shul open. If you would like to help, go to www.Gofundme.com/Traditional-Synagogue-of-Coop-City to donate, or mail to the Traditional Synagogue located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of 27B. Thank for your donations to support our synagogue. Thank you also to a local pharmacy for their generous donation.

The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Entrance to our synagogue for Saturday services is on the side door of Building 27B. General Information: The Traditional Synagogue located in Section 5, 120 (UGPDQ 3ODFH LQ WKH UHDU OREE\ RI % ,W LV RQ WKH JURXQG ÀRRU RI %XLOGLQJ 27B. It is handicap accessible, no steps. Phone #: 2I¿FH KRXUV are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. 3OHDVH FDOO WKH RI¿FH EHIRUH \RX attempt to come over. ,I QR RQH LV LQ WKH RI¿FH SOHDVH OHDYH D PHVVDJH The synagogue has Services on Saturday morning starting at 10:00 a.m.

After Services, we always have a kiddush.

The synagogue has a Facebook page, Traditional Synagogue.

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10:00 a.m., so we can take out the Torah.

The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, March 30, at 8:11 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, April 5, at 7:05 p.m.

Good and Welfare: We sell tree FHUWL¿FDWHV in honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree. If you want to buy a tree, call (347) 4495005. Mazel tov to all having simchas. If you’re ill, wishing you good health.

If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To all Members: Happy Birthday to Samuel Grynewize and all members who will be celebrating their birthday in March. Please send me your name and I will add it to the list.

Fun and Games: After services and kiddush, members play games. Your support for the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health.

—Bruce Gitelson

Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Community Protestant Church family welcome you to worship with us. We are located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469. You may contact us by phone, 718-862-9172; fax, 718-6714416; or email, Administration@thecpcchurch.org.

Worship Schedule In person Sunday Morning Worship – 11:00 a.m.; Sunday School-9:15 a.m.

Every Wednesday – “Hour of Power Noon Day Prayer,” 12:00 p.m. on the Conference Call Line, (712) 432-3900; Access Code, 343284#.

Every Wednesday – 7:00 p.m. Bible Study online via Zoom. Log in on to Zoom.com or dial One Tap Mobile, (646) 931-3860 or (929) 205-6099; Meeting ID: 837 7258 6522.

Special Services Sunday, April 14th, 11:00 a.m., 55th Church Anniversary; Sunday, May 5th, 11:00 a.m., Pastor’s Birthday Celebration, and at 3:00 p.m., Shepherd’s Anniversary.

Save the Date Friday, May 24th, the Trustee Ministry along with Mae Travels present DANIEL at Sight & Sound Theaters in Ronks, Pennsylvania. Experience one of the Bible’s most epic stories as it comes to life on a panoramic stage. Ticket price, $225.00 per person includes roundtrip motor coach transportation, orchestra seating, Amish country buffet lunch at Miller’s Smorgasbord Restaurant, meal gratuities and taxes. A non-refundable deposit of $50 is due today. Contact Evangeline Brown at (646) 221-1582 or ebronbrown@aol.com for reservations and additional information.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Sister Denise Simmonds on the loss of her uncle, Clarence Todman, Sr.; the family of former member Sister Lola Atkinstall, and to all who are mourning the loss of a loved one. To our sick and shut in members, and to our Pastor, please know that we are praying mightily for you and for your speedy recovery. If you are celebrating a birthday this month, we wish you a very Happy Birthday!

“We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” –Romans 6:4 —Lexa M. Mingo

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

Church of the New Vision

St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475. E-mail: st josephsepc@aol.com. Church phone number: 718-3200844. Priest-in-Charge: Fr. Simeon O. Johnson; cell: 917-227-4303.

Greetings! As we continue to make the necessary repairs to our space at St. Joseph’s Church, we thank you for your patience and understanding. We are almost back to normal with our schedule of services and activities, and look forward to an early completion of the repairs.

In-person worship service for Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter Sunday will be conducted by Father Simeon Johnson at the church on Sunday, March 31, at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference. Please also remember to tune in for the usual teleconference weekday prayers at noon. To participate by teleconference, dial 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

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If you have not yet completed your Pledge Cards, kindly do so as soon as SRVVLEOH 7KHVH FDUGV UHÀHFW RXU ¿QDQFLDO SOHGJH DQG DUH XVHG WR XSGDWH RXU proposed budget, as well as our offer to volunteer our time and talent where and when possible.

Upcoming Events: • March 31, Sunday of the Resurrection: Easter Sunday Service at 9 a.m.

Please remember to wear your hats!

• In celebration of our Patron Saint Joseph, the Episcopal Church Women (ECW) invites you to a Fundraising Luncheon on Saturday, May 25, starting at noon until 5 p.m. The event location is Eastwood Manor, 3371 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY 10469. Included is an Open Bar, DJ with entertainment, cocktail reception and lunch. The donation is $125 for adults and $60 for children 12 and under. For tickets, you should contact Sheila, 917-693-3645; Arlene, 646-250-7011; Eileen, 718-379-8624, or Valrie, 317-200-5850. Kindly QRWH WKDW RXU XVXDO UDIÀH ZLOO WDNH SODFH DW WKH OXQFKHRQ DQG WKHVH WLFNHWV DUH also available from Valrie.

Please come and celebrate with us. We are counting on your support!

In spite of the heavy rain, our fundraising Cake Sale held on Saturday, March 23, went extremely well. Thanks to all the donors, volunteers and supporters who contributed to the success of this event.

Condolences: Our thoughts and prayers go out to all our members, families and friends who have recently experienced the loss of loved ones.

0D\ \RX DOO ¿QG FRPIRUW DQG SHDFH LQ \RXU WLPH RI EHUHDYHPHQW Sick and Shut-in: We extend our well wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery.

Birthday Greetings: Best wishes to everyone who is celebrating a birthday this month.

We at St. Joseph’s are collecting food (cans and dry goods) for the food pantry at Grace Episcopal Church, West Farms. If you can, please contribute for those in need.

Grace and Peace!

—Merville Chambers

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The Church of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us at 115 Einstein Loop North, Bronx, NY 10475. Church phone, 718-671-8746, and Pastor’s phone, 914-522-5039.

Our scripture verse for 2024 is: Hebrews 12:2 NIV “/HW XV ¿[ RXU H\HV on Jesus, the Author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before Him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the Throne of God.” Sunday service at 11:00 a.m. All are welcomed.

Masks are required and temperature will be taken.

Noon Day Prayer Line now open 12-12:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.

Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study, 7:00-8:00 p.m. The Conference Line Number: 646-769-9900; Access Code: 3099388#. Please mute your phone.

March 24, 2024 Worship Service Theme: “Ride on King Jesus.”

Scriptures: Luke 19:28-38 “And when he had thus spoken, he went before, ascending up to Jerusalem. And it came to pass, when he was come nigh to Bethphage and Bethany, at the mount called the mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples, Saying, Go ye into the village over against you; in the which DW \RXU HQWHULQJ \H VKDOO ¿QG D FROW WLHG ZKHUHRQ \HW QHYHU PDQ VDW ORRVH KLP and bring him hither. And if any man ask you, Why do ye loose him? thus shall ye say unto him, Because the Lord hath need of him. And they that were sent their way, and found even as he had said unto them. And as they were loosing the colt, the owners thereof said unto them, Why loose ye the colt? And they said, The Lord hath need of him. And they brought him to Jesus; and they cast their garments upon the colt, and they set Jesus thereon. And as he went, they spread their clothes in the way. And when he was come nigh, even at the descent of the mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works that they had seen; Saying, Blessed be the King that cometh in the name of the Lord: peace in heaven, and glory in the highest.”

(Luke 19:39-40) Thank you, Pastor Diane Simmons.

The community at-large is welcomed to join us for Easter 11 a.m. service, Sunday, March 31.

Wednesday, August 14 – $50 deposit due now to see “Daniel” at the Sight & Sound Theatre. Adults, $215/Youth, $175. Final payment due May 26, 2024.

Contact: Sis. Sadie James, 718-652-8943, or Sis. Loretta Scott, 718-671-2623.

We continue to pray for speedy recovery for the sick and shut-in, and offer condolences to families who lost loved ones and good health and wellness for all.

Your contributions, tithes and offerings can be mailed to Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Thank you.

—Brenda Brown

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Co-op City Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow at 8 a.m. in person only and at 11 a.m. in person and on Zoom. Sunday School classes for all ages will be held at 9:30 a.m.

We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level), Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone 718-320-3774. Masks are required.

The service is also available on Zoom at https://us04web.zoom. us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line, (646) 568-7788, Meeting ID: 962 343 0102#, Password: 788175#.

The church’s Free Conference Call Line dial in number is 857-357-0254, Access Code is 660065#.

Rev. Williams asks everyone who calls into the Sunday Worship service to use Zoom through your computer or dial-in using the Zoom information shown above.

This week’s events: Wednesday Bible Study Class at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

by Zoom. Prayer Warriors Prayer Service on Thursday at noon; Friday MidMorning Prayer Service at 10 a.m. – both on the church Conference Call Line.

There will be no 7:30 p.m. Friday Evening Prayer Service this week. It will resume on Friday, April 12.

The next CCBC Food Giveaway Ministry’s food distribution will be on Friday, April 12, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at 135 Einstein Loop. Please remember to bring your own bag, and perhaps a cart. Some products can be heavy.

The Scholarship Ministry invites you to cruise with them aboard the beautiful Celebrity Equinox ship from Tuesday, July 30, to Thursday, August 8, 2024. Ports of call are Spain, Portugal and Morocco. All staterooms at the prices previously listed are no longer available. If anyone is interested in receiving a current quote, please contact Ms. Hermena Smith, travel agent, at 646-780-9813. Please be mindful of the date April 1, 2024. This is the deadline for paying the balance on the July cruise. Before making your final payment, please check with Sis. Claudette Cutlar Day at 718-379-0541 for the amount of your balance. For your convenience, payments and balances will be accepted prior to April 1, 2024. VERY IMPORTANT: Please provide Sis. Day with a copy of your passport. Or if you prefer, you may call Ms. Hermena Smith at 646-780-9813 to verify the information on your passport. This is very important in order to avoid any problems at the airport. Please take care of this matter as soon as possible. Thank you.

The church has a free app available on your app store by putting in Co Op CBC. This App is open to all.

GOD is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. –Psalm 46:1 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.

—Marilyn C. Williams

If You See Something, Say Something!

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• Report any unusual or suspicious persons or activity to CCPD. • Do not allow strangers access to your building by holding the door.

• Be aware of work being done in your building and when contractors are allowed to be on the premises.

• Never leave your car or apartment door unlocked.

• Do not leave packages or electronics in your car where they are visible.

• Remember: You can make anonymous calls to CCPD.

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