Co-op City Times 09/10/2022

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month! Sept. 15 - Oct. 15.

Vol. 57 No. 37

Saturday, September 10, 2022

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Package Pirate –––––––––– The Public Safety dispatcher who answered the cooperator’s call professionally debriefed the shareholder and obtained complete details, including an accurate description of the suspect.

The dispatcher then alerted Public Safety patrol toon Commander also responded with several the building. The Platoon Commander was in constant contact with the Operations Lieutenant at Public Safety headquarters who assisted by tracking the suspect’s movement within the building immediately engage him. A pursuit was initiated which proceeded through multiple hallways and stairwells.

During the pursuit, in an effort to elude capture, the suspect changed clothing. The experienced the suspect while systematically maneuvering him who had been prepositioned to intercept and arrest him. Clothing that the suspect was initially wearing was also recovered in the building.

A video survey indicated that the sack the suspect was carrying got larger and larger as he made his way into several buildings and collected packages. The suspect went to the front doors of residents, collected delivered boxes, he proceeded to the stairwells, opened the packages and discarded the boxes in which items were shipped.

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to conduct a comprehensive investigation and establish probable cause that this suspect entered multiple buildings in a relatively short period with the intent to steal packages.

“The community partnership in Co-op City between Public Safety and shareholders continues to nity policing methodology employed by this department each and every day,” said CCPD Chief Joseph Riley. “Due to the physical size of our community, encompassing 320 acres and over 22 million square feet of residential space, our Public fore rely on our partnership with shareholders who are stakeholders in keeping this community safe and a great place to live. This arrest is a byproduct of that positive community relationship combined cers, dispatchers, and the administrative staff who employed available technology. However, this apprehension started with an observant shareholder who saw something and reported the observation.

“This apprehension was a true team effort that ed and tracked an experienced career criminal through multiple package thefts and escape attempts to avoid apprehension,” Chief Riley added. “This was a great arrest made possible by dedicated professionals who worked as a team, worked the problem, and achieved a successful conclusion.”

Riverbay Executive General Manager Bob Kle-

recovered many of these discarded boxes. That involved in this operation for their dedication to victims and build a solid case against the suspect. sion to publish the photos of several suspects in the hope that someone would see something and multiple charges of burglary, including grand lar- say something and it worked.”

NYC Opens Bronx Monkeypox Vaccination Site for First Dose Walk-in Clients New York City is continuing to expand access to Monkeypox vaccine by opening a new location in the Tremont and expanding second dose appointments.

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is working with community-based organizations in the Bronx to refer clients to the new site, located at 1826 Arthur Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457, which is expected to serve is available at all city-run sites. Second dose appointments

became available online.

“As previous supply constraints loosen, vaccination can be even more convenient and accessible,” said NYC Health Commore New Yorkers and we want to get the message out that now is the time to get vaccinated if you’re eligible appointments available and are ready to welcome clients.”

The Tremont clinic operates Monday-Saturday from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Monkeypox vaccines are free and available to anyone regardless of immigration status or residency.

More than 88,000 New Yorkers have been vaccinated against Monkeypox and cases have started to decline in New York City.

New Yorkers who suspect they may be infected should call have one, they can call 311 to get connected to an NYC Health + Hospitals location or to access H+H Virtual Express Care.

New Yorkers can also visit the NYC Health Map nearby provider. Care is available in New York City regardless of immigration status, insurance coverage, or ability to pay. https://www1.nyc.gov/ site/doh/health/health-topics/monkeypox.page.

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NYC City Council Passes Resolution to Reverse School Budget Cuts

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Find out what’s going on in Co-op City here...

Test & Treat Mobile Van in Co-op City NYC Test & Treat Corps’ Mobile Test to Treat unit has replaced the Mobile Covid Testing Van previously deployed to Co-op City. The unit is available daily on a rotating schedule at each of the three shopping centers from 8 a.m.-6 p.m. as follows: Next week’s schedule: Monday & Tuesday: 177 Dreiser Loop Wednesday & Thursday: 2049 Bartow Avenue Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 135 Einstein Loop Please note that locations are approximate depending on availability of on-street parking.

The mobile Test to Treat Rapid Testing van does not offer PCR testing. Anyone who tests positive for COVID at the Test to Treat mobile van can speak with an onsite clinician, and, if eligible, receive free Paxlovid anti-viral medication.

Appointments are not required.

Bring ID and insurance card, if available. Please note that insurance is not necessary to use this service; it is open to everyone.

Bereavement Support Returns Sept. 12 JASA’s Bereavement Support meeting returns on Monday, Sept.

12, 1-2:30 p.m. This support group is facilitated by Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr. Dial in: 929-2056099, Meeting ID: 8390511 1606, Passcode: 585936.

Assemblyman Benedetto Hosts ‘Coffee With Mike’ On the third Saturday of every month, 9:30-10:30 a.m., the assemblyman invites shareholders to enjoy a cup of coffee on him while they share their local concerns.

The coffee klatch will take place at the Section 5 Pizza, located at Einstein Loop N. This new engagement opportunity follows the assemblyman’s lobby visits which he has held in Co-op City for years.

The New York City Council is asking Mayor Eric Adams and the Department of Education Chancellor David Banks to reverse budget cuts to school funding.

The City Council passed a resolution during a special Stated meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 6, that urged Mayor Adams and Chancellor Banks to amend the 2023 City Budget and add a combined $469 million back to school budgets.

In the resolution, the City Council is also calling for ing the restoration and a full accounting of unspent federal stimulus funds.” a $215 million decrease to the DOE budget this year due to a loss in student population and the end of federal pandemic support funding, as explained in a City Council statement released in June.

However this week, the City Council detailed their perspective and opposition to the actual combined total reaching $469 million.

“Our resolution directs the Mayor and Chancellor to facilitate DOE restoring the $469 million it has removed from school budgets, an amount that is nearly three times greater than any reductions in the city budget,” Speaker Adrienne Adams stated in a City Council press release this week.

“This resolution focuses attention on how DOE implements its $37 billion budget, with its actions increasingly occurring outside of public accountability and transparency. These unaccountable actions must cease to truly support our students and school communities, and DOE must reverse them. The answer to declining enrollment cannot be simply for DOE to take money from schools.”

Mayor Adams offered a different view of the situation during a press conference on Thursday, Sept. 8, as he wellined that the City Council voted to adopt the budget. Then, the Mayor maintained that the city was actively working to ensure that all schools received the necessary funding they Fair Student Funding.

“Here’s what the City Council is stating, in essence. That

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Co-op City Department of Public Safety Community Alert The Co-op City Department of Public Safety is aware of at least two robberies that have occurred within the past two weeks after normal business hours in the parking lot of the Department of Education (DOE) property located on Baychester Avenue.

For many years, Co-op City residents have taken advantage of the DOE permitting parking on their property outside of school hours. Both robberies appear to have been perpetrated by a group of three young males.

Residents, especially those in buildings adjacent to school property, are advised to exercise caution when parking in the school lot. CCPD will provide additional attention to Co-op City property adjacent to the area but will not patrol on DOE property. The NYPD is aware of this issue and is responding accordingly. —CCPD there’s a lot of stimulus money out there. Let’s just spend this stimulus money like it’s here forever. It is not. The money is running out, and every dollar that we have is accounted for already,” Mayor Adams said.

He went on to say: “I think the Daily News front page said have the equity that we need for our children. And if anyone believes it’s just about spending money, then tell me. With all the money we spent in the past, why are 65 percent of not about just spending money. It’s about spending money dent that we are going to make the right investments in our schools. We have enough resources that if the number of students increase in certain schools, the chancellor’s going to make sure they get the resources there.”

New York City public schools have lost an estimated 120,000 students during the pandemic, according to the City Council press release from June.

Notably, the $101 billion budget that the City Council voted to adopt in June earmarked $700 million for public schools, an additional $277 to offer “academic enrichment” in the Summer Rising program and $49 million to increase the available Summer Youth Employment spots to 100,000 among other education related endeavors.

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highlighted the arrival of updated Covid-19 boosters, “which are designed to add Omicron BA.4 and BA.5 variants and bolster previous vaccination protection,” accordbooster is available to individuals 12 years and older, while the Moderna version is available for individuals 18 years and older.

Individuals interested in getting their updated booster can by calling 1-800-232-0233 or going online to vaccines.gov.

“With the updated boosters available this week, I urge all New Yorkers to take steps to better protect themselves tage of the latest tools and resources at our disposal in order to keep our families and our communities safe. Test before gatherings or travel and if you test positive, talk to your doctor about potential treatment options.” and Moderna boosters to include the updated boosters. The agency also outlined in an online press release how the new boosters “provide increased protection against the currently circulating omicron variant.” Side effects of the new booster were similar to those of previous Covid-19 vaccines.

ence “pain, redness and swelling at the injection site, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, chills, joint pain and fever.”

FDA Commissioner Dr. Robert Califf reminded Americans of the effectiveness of boosters in the FDA press release, especially as the fall season approaches.

“The Covid-19 vaccines, including boosters, continue to save countless lives and prevent the most serious outcomes the agency press release on August 31. “As we head into fall and begin to spend more time indoors, we strongly encourage anyone who is eligible to consider receiving a booster dose with a bivalent Covid-19 vaccine to provide better protection against currently circulating variants.” masks, the MTA put out a press release later on Wednesday tation. The MTA detailed that masks are optional in all stations, buses, subways, commuter trains and paratransit services.

In Co-op City, Riverbay Corporation reminds shareholders that face coverings are required in all common areas of residential buildings, garages and community centers until further notice. Violators of this rule are subject to a $50

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and services, and depleted inventories, just to provide a few examples. Co-op City, like many other co-ops and residential developments, is not immune to these pressures. Disruptions in the supply chain drive prices up. These concerns affect how we manage our day-to-day operations and how we provide timely services to our shareholders.

Setting expectations has become a challenge due to the additional costs we have incurred in keeping pace with the services we must provide. We all struggle with taking care of our family’s needs and the reality that a 10% carrying charge increase may be necessary is extremely daunting. of opportunity where we can reduce the budget shortfall to minimize the impact of a projected 10% carrying charge increase. Co-op provides heat and cooling using natural gas which has increased by about 500%. In 2020-2021 from the period April to March, we paid out $9.7 million for gas purchases, whereas, in 2021-2022 for the same period, we paid $17.7 million. To protect our property, we must have adequate insurance. These rates have nearly tripled. Therefore, on us as a community yet are expenses we cannot operate without.

In March of this year, there was concern that we only had $900,000 in the bank.

All the money that we take in primarily through carrying charges and merchants’ rents go back out to pay for the services we provide. We are doing Local Law 11, a city mandate we are responsible for every ten years. By the time we complete Local Law 11, we would have paid $70 million to secure our facades and complete the repairs needed. We just completed our elevator modernization project that cost us $40 million. We are installing ADA (American Disabilities Act) ment, we operate our own Public Safety and trash pick-up. These are just some of the amenities provided and we are proud of our efforts to keep our community running safely. While $900,000 is what we had in the bank in March because of payments owed to our vendors and for services we provide, we currently have $7.8 million in the bank and another $5 million in a money market that is used for emergencies. As I stated, the monies come in and the monies go back out to pay for all the services we provide for ourselves as homeowners of this development.

Through the loan agreement, $124 million of the monies we will be spending over time will be allocated to capital projects. However, this was not the case before the loan. Everything that we paid on capital repairs came from our operating funds.

We are fortunate that we don’t live in a community that is suffering from rampant disrepair and unsafe conditions. Our responsibility to ourselves is to ensure that we meet the standards of living that we all deserve and require. Our current waiting list is about 6,700 with approximately 240 available apartments. People want to come here to live. This was not the case when I moved in. Back then, the Co-op had 2,000 available apartments and few applicants in a development that was managed poorly.

We must start thinking about renewable energy sources as there is a mandate to convert to full electricity by 2034. We may say that this is far in the future, but when we look at the time, it moves quickly. We don’t have anything currently in place, but this is another one of the realities we will be facing. Having those conversations now is a must so that we are prepared and ready with the required funding to adhere to this new mandate. to the efforts of a caring, responsible Board and Management team. We must face parent as a Board and, with our Management team, continue to work together on a budget that balances our expenses with our income as we address the projection of a 10% increase.

Thank you for the privilege of serving you.

We are Shareholders First – We Matter!!

–––––––––––––––––––– Estimados Compañeros Accionistas, El sábado 27 de agosto de 2022, nuestro Gerente General Ejecutivo Bob Klehammer proporcionó un nuevo pronóstico del presupuesto operativo para

precios más altos, el costo de gas, petróleo, y seguro que dependemos en gran medida para las cosas que necesitamos para ejecutar Co-op City. Esto están aumentado por la escasez de mano de obra, el aumento de la demanda de bienes y servicios y el agotamiento de los inventarios, solo por dar algunos ejemplos. Co-op City como muchas otras cooperativas y desarrollos habitacionales no somos inmunes a esto. La interrupción en la cadena de suministro hace subir los precios.

Estas preocupaciones afectan la forma en que administramos las operaciones diarias que brindan servicios oportunos a nuestros accionistas. dicional que hemos incurrido para mantener el ritmo de los servicios que debemos brindar. Todos luchamos con el cuidado de las necesidades de nuestra familia y la realidad de que la necesidad de un aumento del 10 por ciento en el costo de administrar nuestra propiedad pueda ser necesario es estremadamente desalentadora. jetivos y responsables al trabajar con nuestro equipo de administración para enpara minimizar el impacto de un aumento del 10% (por ciento) en los gastos de mantenimiento. Co-op City proporciona calefacción y refrigeración con gas natgamos 9.7 millones en precios de gas, mientras que en 2021-2022 para el mismo un seguro adecuado. Estos costos se han triplicado. Por lo tanto, cuando miramos el panorama general, estas son cosas de las que no podemos precindir.

dólares en el banco. Todo el dinero que recibimos principalmente a través de los cargos de transporte y las rentas de los comerciantes se devuelve para pagar los servicios que brindamos. Estamos haciendo la Ley Local 11, un mandato cada diez años. Cuando se cumpla la Ley Local 11, habremos pagados 70 millones de dólares en asegurar nuestras fachadas y hacer las reparaciones necesarias. Acabamos de terminar el proyecto de elevadores que nos costó 40 millones de dólares. Estamos instalando puertas ADA (Ley de Discapacidades Estadounidenses) a un costo elevado. Gastamos unos 8 millones en reemplazos de pisos y abatimiento. Tenemos nuestra propia Seguridad Privada y contamos con nuestro servicio de recolección de basura. Estas son solo algunas de las cosas proporcionadas y estamos orgullosos de nuestros esfuerzos para mantener nuestra comunidad funcionando de manera segura. Se utilizó el dinero que nos llevo a tener $900,000 en el banco para pagar adeudados a nuestros proveedores a los servicios que brindamos. Corrientemente tenemos 7.8 millones en el banco y otros 5 millones en un mercado de dinero que se usa para emergencias. Como les dije, el dinero entra y sale para pagar todos los servicios como dueños de casa.

A través del acuerdo de préstamo, 124 millones del dinero que gastaremos a lo largo del tiempo se asignarán a proyectos de capital. Sin embargo, este no era fondos operativos.

Somos afortunados de no vivir en comunidades que están en mal estado y que no son seguras. Nuestra responsabilidad para todos nosotros es garantizar que alcancemos los estándares de vida que todos merecemos y requerimos. Muchos desarrollo de viviendas que estaba mal administrado.

iste un mandato para convertir a la electricidad total para el 2034. Podemos decir que estámos muy lejos en el futuro, pero cuando miramos el tiempo, se mueve rápidamente. No tenemos nada establecido ahora, pero esta es una de las realidades a las que nos enfrentaremos. Tener esas conversaciones ahora es imprescindible para que estemos preparado y listo con los fondos que necesitaremos pare que esto suceda. zos de un junta solidaria y un equipo de gestión. Necesitamos enfrentar las realitos en un presupuesto que equilibre nuestros gastos con nuestros ingresos con una proyección de un posible aumento del 10%.

Gracias por el privilegio de servirle.

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Building 20 Association We hope that you are having a fantastic summer.

Please be advised that the Building 20 Association will hold a Building 20 Association meeting on Thursday, September 15, at 6:30 p.m. under the Building 20 portico between Buildings 20A and 20B.

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the time and desire to serve.

We will also recognize National Hispanic Heritage Month, which begins on September 15, and ends on October 15.

We look forward to seeing you and having a productive meeting.

––Darlene A. Keesley

NAACP Mission Statement: Our mission is to secure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimination and ensure the health and well-being of all persons. Known as the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), it profoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th Century American History.

Notice of Branch Election process during September, October and Novemare for two years: January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2024. If you are not receiving emails or phone-vite messages, please update your email address and phone number to naacpccity2210@gmail.com 718-320-3210 so you can participate. Further information to be announced later.

86th NYS Conference Convention: Will be in-person from October 7-9 in Binghamton, NY. Make hotel reservations for the Holiday Inn directly by September 12. Convention theme: “Educate, Engagement, Participate, This Is Power”. Information to follow.

Preparing for Election Day on November 8: NAACP units are working to register, educate and motivate voters ahead of the November 8th elections. Elect candidates who support policies that improve our community. Power your vote!

“Power concedes nothing without a demand! Together we were able to ensure that President Biden kept his campaign promise. We must continue to dream further action to close the racial wealth gap.” –Wisdom Cole, National Director, Youth and College.

To view NAACP President Derrick Johnson’s statements on: The Jackson, Mississippi Water Crisis and Shooting Death of Donovan Lewis by Columbus Police Department, go to NAACP.org.

We Need You in the Fight: Each and every NAACP member makes a difference to the complex, ongoing work of advancing racial equality. Join this multi-generational network of activists dismantling structural racism by using your power to take action on the most pressing issues of our time. Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP. Become a member or gift a membership: Adults are $30 and youths are $10. Make checks/money orders payable to: NAACP Co-op City #2210, and mail to: N.A.A.C.P. Co-op City Einstein Station, P.O. Box 75-3111, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

––Brenda Brown

Broun Place Townhouse Association Co-op City’s Labor Day event is history for 2022. Thank you to all the tremendous success. Walking around, the diversity of booths was evident and the gathering of information fun to participate in and witness. You could really pick up a lot of information on insurance and health. We hope next year is a “do even better” celebration.

Neighbors, we have to remember there is now a Stop sign on Broun Place and Bellamy Loop, so please remember to stop at that corner.

Two Saturdays ago, a mattress without a cover was left in our dumpster site blocking access to our bins. I have to acknowledge the Grounds department for a swift pick up of that and a discarded sofa and loveseat set out this past week.

Pick up or go online to issuu.com/cctimes and view the Co-op City Times.

Every cooperator needs to read what our leaders announce, what is passed or considered by the Board of Directors and the different processes we must abide by. Thank you to all contributors and great photographers.

With the heat, dehydration is a problem. Keep a cloth frozen, ready to apply to your neck or forehead. It really works when you feel dry.

Welcome, to our new residents in Broun Place. It was great to receive the note from the Residential Sales d interested to know subjects of concern to you. Our CSO representative, Mr. accommodations for people with disabilities policy,” concerns us, particularly your understanding it too.

Recycling means the white bin is paper while green and blue are used to hold house garbage. Please do not throw your masks on the street. Instead, use bins and pails. I picked up two bags of gutter garbage littered by irresponsible people.

Co-op City was home for the innocent cab driver murdered three weeks ago.

We send sincere condolences to his immediate family, four children and his grieving wife.

Neighbors, it is settled. Private cars and motorcycles are not allowed on our internal walkways. Should you see a private car or truck etc., please report to CCPD or CSO. Covid-19 numbers are rising again, so please wear a K95 mask or other approved masks in crowds when you are out and about. Testing and vaccine centers are printed in the Combing section of the Co-op City Times. Check where vaccine nyc.gov/covidvaccine. Seniors, register with the Riverbay “RUOK” Emergency contact program. This is critical for those living alone or with a chronic ailment.

Our association extends sincere condolences to families and friends who are suffering loss and illness. I will be setting up a meeting for 2 p.m. on September 15. Remember, keep dancing and better days are ahead! Wakanda forever!

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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Fear There are some who wish to spread fear, as fear is a great motivator. People in fear are unable to think logically. We

Fantastic End of Summer Events Last Saturday was a beautiful day for outdoor activities,

many violent crimes, also much of the property crimes that are destroying our economy. In spite of the recent Supreme

I was pleased for the opportunity to speak with a represen-

Adams seem to be doing everything possible to lead to a disarmed populace. In a disarmed populace, the only groups that possess guns are the police and the criminals. Under these circumstances, the public is unarmed and vulnerable

street cleaning program. This is a busy intersection where cooperators walk, drive or take the bus to enter the Interstate-95 highway. It is depressing and disappointing to see

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will always be able to acquire a weapon. They steal them, of us, unlike the governor and mayor, do not have security details protecting us. If guns are outlawed, only the outlaws will have guns.

they are trying. She mentioned the clean-up they performed between Sections 4 and 5. I was pleased to learn of those the regular maintenance clean-up services at least once a

Lemonade out of Lemons – Sort of

elers in these areas, we must remember to deposit our litter into trash receptacles. Please join me in following up with

We were hit with some disconcerting news in the Co-op City Times

Affordable Housing and the African-American Association

fall, which indicates that a large carrying charge is down the pike.

our community. Please learn more about Project X and join

climate as well as water usage seems to be a factor, however small, in increased costs that will be part of our carrying charge increase.

As for the lemonade, kind of watered down, let’s take this opportunity to save money and valuable resources by decreasing our energy and water usage. This could be a factor in decreasing our operating costs, and, hopefully, lessen to some degree the proposed carrying charge increase.

In a confessional, we would ask forgiveness for: Not turning off electric powered devices when not in use, which includes, but not limited to, lights and convectors.

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meeting has been requested and the date will be announced.

appliances when not in use. Unplugging appliances can save electricity, so make it as much a habit as when you turn https://blog.constella.

The article refers to laptops, computers, small kitchen appliances and phone chargers. making potable water unavailable to hundreds of millions of people, many in this country, it’s imperative to do the ethical thing, which is to conserve water.

It’s imperative to keep cooperators informed of progress of our conservation efforts by posting energy and water usage statistics monthly on our lobby bulletin boards and in the Co-op City Times. Let’s look forward to hopefully see decreasing energy and water usage.

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be met. Let’s be vigilant.

Project X: One. Two. Three.

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making maneuvering off the Hutch onto I-95N unnecessary. .

Step Two has begun. It requires removing, combining, Co-op City Times

heading Pelham Parkway onto I-95N. It’s being replaced by a much bigger entry ramp.

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lane is easier than it sounds. The lane’s already right there.

That fourth lane is Step Three.

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with you yet, Section 5.

They also plan to make a turn out of the Pelham Parkway

We welcome letters to the editor .

Letters should address issues of in-

Pelham Parkway heading west.

We take these routes to avoid getting anywhere near I-95. studies that have exits at Section 5’s Palmer Avenue.

How can forcing all of us to merge onto I-95N at Pelham Parkway –– only to immediately exit –– do anything but (See page 7 for more Letters)

sponsible. Letters should not personally attack others and must be written in a respectful manner.

Only signed letters will be considered for publication. The Co-op City Times does not publish anonymous material.

Submissions must include the writer’s address and phone number – which will Thank you for your cooperation.

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Public Safety Report

Public Safety Urges Shareholders to BE PREPARED for Hurricane Season

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

September is known as Emergency Preparedness Month. Last year, Hurricane Ida caused a great deal of damage in the New York City area including several Co-op City locations. At this point, there is no threat of a storm heading our way with anything more than residual effects. There are still several weeks of what has been known as the hurricane season so we do not know what the next storm will bring. Many factors can still influence the final effects of a storm. It is always best to be prepared for whatever weather may be around the corner.

On the New York City website, there is a map of the different zones as it pertains to the risk of flooding during a storm situation. All residential areas of Co-op City are within Zones 4-6 making it highly unlikely that flooding would occur and evacuation would be necessary during a storm. Go to the www.nyc.gov website and search “Know your zone.” In addition to maps of the five boroughs of New York City, there are also instructions on how to prepare for storms and other emergencies. You can also sign up for “Notify NYC” for text messages specific to your location. Tips and instructions are also included in this article.

September and October generally bring a mixture of weather which can often be very unpredictable. Fall weather is often combined with the threat of effects from tropical storms, hurricanes and tornadoes. In past years, we have had several storms with thunder, lightning and high winds. Mother Nature even surprised us with a few earthquakes several years ago, a reminder that any weather is possible. Up until August of 2020’s Hurricane Isaias and 2021’s Hurricane Ida, Co-op City has been spared from storm-related injuries or major property damage. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries in Co-op City as a result of Hurricanes Isaias or Ida. Major storm damage from Isaias was reported within the community, including toppled trees causing damage to several vehicles. Hurricane Ida caused flooding within Co-op City including the Bartow Community Center. During Hurricane Isaias, the northeast experienced the strongest winds since Superstorm Sandy in 2012. Hurricane Ida caused mostly water damage.

Despite the high winds of Hurricane Sandy, Co-op City had very little reported damage. Two very similar storms had extreme variations in how Co-op City was affected, therefore, it is very important to always be prepared.

The best thing Co-op City residents can do in preparation for any hurricane or storm is to make sure any loose articles are removed from terraces or patios.

Once a storm has started, it is best to stay in your home. Right now, there are no predictions that any of the current hurricanes or tropical storms will have more than a residual effect on our area. It is still a good idea to be prepared for high winds and heavy rain.

Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges all residents to make sure that they are prepared for all types of emergencies. Being prepared for all types of emergencies will allow residents to feel confident in the event of any type of emergency. It is always better to be over-prepared than not prepared at all. Once an emergency strikes, it becomes too late to prepare. Many supplies become scarce once a storm hits or is predicted.

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Vote No on the E-Scooter Ban To the Editor: Resolution #22-37 banning e-bikes, e-Scooters, and e-batteries is, in my opinion, another overreaction similar to the past attempt to ban smoking in one’s own apartment, or the suggestion we should all hang air conditioners out our windows.

This community has had electric scooters and electric-assisted wheelchairs in our buildings for the 28 years I have lived here and probably well before that.

Have we ever had an incident? Thousands of delivery people have used E-bikes for well over a decade and there have been few significant issues. We have rental e-scooters all over our property. Have there been any reports of them catching fire? Besides, there are many causes of fire.

We are not NYCHA residents, we are cooperators. And NYCHA has, as yet, only proposed to ban these electric devices.

Since the August 2, 2020, state law allowing E-bikes to be operated on streets and some highways, e-bike sales have soared. The state is considering a bill that will give up to $1,000 rebate off the price of an e-bike or e-scooter in the name of environmental concern. The future is going to be electric.

We have to take a balanced and reasoned way of dealing with the future.

Don’t take the drastic action of banning e-bikes and scooters. Instead, have our well-experienced Fire Safety officer come up with guidelines that e-bike owners must follow, such as, be present while the battery is charging, keep a fire extinguisher handy, purchase a recommended type and size fire extinguisher.

Our apartments are virtually fireproof. Fire spreads to another apartment on very rare occasions. We all carry our mandatory fire insurance policies. This should be a personal decision and responsibility.

I ask the Board to vote no on #22-37.

—Kelly Canzoneri

Public Safety Blotter

August 28 – September 3, 2022 Aug. 28 – 100 Alcott Pl. CCPD officers responded for a suspicious male turning doorknobs to gain access to vacant apartments.

After a canvass of the area, a male was apprehended and arrested.

Aug. 29 – 900 Co-op Blvd.

A cooperator reported two delivery packages were removed from in front of his door. CCPD is investigating the matter.

140 Elgar Pl. CCPD responded for a report of larceny from a vehicle. The owner stated that he parked his vehicle and when he returned, the passenger side window was broken and items removed.

Aug. 30 – 120 Erskine Pl. CCPD officers responded for an individual yelling in the hallway.

Upon arrival, a canvass was conducted and a male was detained and issued a criminal court summons for trespass.

100 DeKruif Pl. While responding for an unrelated radio call for assistance, CCPD officers observed an unlicensed dog and issued a community complaint.

Aug. 31 – 120 Alcott Pl. CCPD ESU responded for an individual in emotional distress. A cooperator was transported to Jacobi Psychiatric for evaluation and treatment.

100 Aldrich St. A cooperator reported delivery packages taken from in front of his

door. CCPD has several educational programs to avoid being a victim of theft.

600 Baychester Ave. A cooperator reported delivered packages taken from in front of her door. CCPD is investigating.

120 Co-op Blvd.

A cooperator reported packages taken from in front of his door.

99 Carver Lp. A cooperator reported an unknown individual spray painted his vehicle.

120 Elgar Pl. A cooperator reported money missing after a repairman was in her apartment.

100 Alcott Pl. A cooperator reported a package taken from in front of her door.

Sept. 2 – 120 Aldrich St. An alert cooperator noticed an individual who resembled a person of interest printed in the CC Times. A sweep of the area provided positive results and a male was arrested and charged with Burglary and Grand Larceny.

BLOTTER BONUS: The best crime fighting strategy is when the public and law enforcement work together for the betterment of the community. The saying, “When you see something, say something,” certainly means something… Package Pirate Pinched in Partnership with the community.

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,

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites: www.Indeed.com www.Glassdoor.com Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply directly at either 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 / September 10, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Bernard Cylich, Secretary

Turbulent History The Coalition To Save Affordable Housing (CTSAH) was founded in March of 2002 – 20 years ago – to silence the drum-beat for privatization and keep Co-op City affordable for future generation of working families. Years passed before the with rights to rent rooms, to place articles, announcements and ads in our Co-op City Times, and to post particular, they were demonized weekly in the City News published by Christopher Hagedorn, a rightwing real estate mogul, and in the Co-op City Times by pro-privatization Board members. Nevertheless, the Coalition succeeded in defeating privatization, overcoming corruption, seeing a Board president jailed for bribery and kickbacks, and Hagedorn close his weekly scandal rag, City News.

In 2014, the Board elected CTSAH member, Cleve Taylor, president of Riverbay Corporation.

cial hemorrhaging, negotiated down a $60 million lawsuit, the result of Marion Scott’s – our then-managing agent – violations of Federal Labor Standard Act, to $6.5 million, and, after 15 years of chaos and corruption, Marion Scott Realty as well as the risk manager were suspended.

President Taylor oversaw the beginning of the installation of garage E-Z pass access and the upgrading of lobby doors in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act. In 2016, under the new leadership of Board President Linda Berk, and later, myself – both CTSAH members – major changes continued: replacing 160 faulty elevator motors with state-ofgrading Dreiser Auditorium to a state-of-the-art

entertainment center that promises to generate tens of thousands. Improving the delivery of service via our Call Center has been a challenge and Management continues its effort while having downsized our staff by nearly 200. ciency and productivity of our Power Plant thus generating millions of dollars in savings and income.

Early last year, President Berk led the effort to

bribery, etc., costing our cooperative, conservatively, over $400 million. In spite of this record of corruption and mismanagement, our cooperative remains the BEST DEAL IN TOWN. Why? Because as co-owners, we are free of gouging landlords and developers.

Since 2016, our carrying charges increases compounded by 9.75%, while, in comparison, the Consumer Price Index increased by more than twice as much, 23%. Currently, we are impacted, however,

ing of Senator Charles Schumer and Congressman Jamaal Bowman, the federal agency, Housing and countries around the world as the cost of fuel has Urban Development (HUD), expedited and aprisen sharply and goods and services have become proved the closing of the loan guarantee not a day more expensive. Not only has our corporation extoo soon, before interest rates took off. This loan will hausted its savings but, as reported by our Director provide us a much-needed infusion of $120 million of Finance, our debt has mounted by over $18 milfor capital projects while freeing up monies to imlion. However, without a money tree, a sugar daddy prove delivery of service.

Under the Riverbay Fund president, Claudia City Hall, we are facing steep carrying charge inSampson, the Fund successfully obtained $500,000 from Washington to begin upgrading our Riverfront taining our quality of life services. park. Finally, cooperators will have access to a beauAs we have throughout our turbulent history, we tiful recreational spot along the river, just as millions shall meet this unavoidable challenge too. of New Yorkers have near their riverfront parks.

Recently, Board and Management leadership met beacon to the nation, as “the largest diverse affordwith City Councilman Kevin Riley who committed able housing cooperative?” to obtaining promised funding for upgrading our We are determined to do so.

Cultural-Art Community Center, formerly the Bingo Hall, to serve our youth and seniors.

For over 50 years, Riverbay Corporation was the victim of scanFirst Building 21 Association Meeting of the Fiscal Year Hello, 21er’s and to all the eyes that gaze upon this post. Come and join us on dalous rip-offs, conThursday, September 29, at 7 p.m. in the gathering room, rear of 21B. September struction defects, defecis here. So, let us attend our building association meetings and discuss what is tive and faulty material on your mind and how we can all do better together. and equipment, poor Your Safety & Protection begins with YOU, on your Floor! engineering, bloated budgets, kick back and All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact Numbers Emergency” contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor 2. Co-op City Times: Place them at each apartment door (Delivered to all lobbies on Saturdays) 3. Elevator Notices: Read them and talk to your neighbors about them 4. Promote: Meetings, Clubs and Gatherings 5. Encourage your neighbors to: • VOTE – VOTE – VOTE! in the Riverbay election

Building 21 Association

Security: 718-671-3050 • CSO: 718-320-3300 If you have questions regarding the 21 Association You have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call: 347.504.1821.

Attend the monthly general meetings via Zoom video conference. Everyone from all buildings plan to come and join us at Building 21. Bring a friend.

Each one of us divided by all of us equals a force for good.

––Michelle Marbury

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Building 6 Association

Building 13 Association

Congratulations to Barry and Gracie Dickerson (pictured, left) on 50 years of marriage. Keep it going for another 50 years!

Please clean up after your dog. We are getting a lot of complaints about people not cleaning up after their dog and people stepping into dog poop.

We hope all is well. Stay safe.

People in the building still are not feeling safe having meetings in the building association meeting room with no widows or ventilation.

Co-op City is not having the lobby attendants back in the lobby anymore.

We all miss Andy Soto in our lobby.

It is always a pleasure to see our fellow cooperators out and about, enjoying all that this community offers. We have had fantastic musical presentations, and, of course, last weekend an all-day affair culminating with an awe-

Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces basketball court). The pantry opens 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. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pick up or after. It is a 30/31-day rotation on average. Black Forum will text registered guests if items outside of regular distribution become available. All guests must present a pantry card to receive food. Remember to bring at least four clean shopping bags with handles and a shopping cart. Masks required and physical distancing observed. New registrants can receive food the same day they register. Please show a valid ID NYC card, a non-Driver’s, or Driver’s license with a 10475 address to register.

Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, on Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., to pick up groceries. Guests do location for Section 5 residents. to pick up groceries in 2022. No exceptions. Required documentation is as follows: NY State Driver’s license, NY State Non-Driver’s or NYC I.D. (zip code Ride I.D.s are not acceptable.

Senior Farmer’s Market Coupons September Distribution on September 6 from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Masks are required. The distribution occurs at the 920 Baychester location. Recipients of the coupons must be 60 years of age or older and must bring proof of age (i.e. ID NYC card or a non- or driver’s license). Recipients who already received coupons this year cannot receive additional ones. The NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets cross-checks submitted applications. Recipients will receive $25 worth of vouchers towards the purchase of fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs.

Spotlight Ra’eesah is a new volunteer with the Black Forum who is a high school student taking college classes at a premier institution. She is also an accomplished young entrepreneur who has received a long list of awards. This inCongressional Recognition for Community Service and USA Karate Nationals Medals (bronze, silver and gold). This young lady is also the brand creator behind a seasoning brand, which makes creating halal dishes accessible to anyone. Ra’eesah will distribute samples from her spice bundles to guests of the Black Forum food pantry soon.

Contact Us Reach out to us at coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

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During these past months, the Building 13 Association has worked to get was damage to our back walkway and hopefully within this week or the next repairs will begin. We hope you had a great summer, but we are back!

15 at 7:00 p.m. Make sure we have your e-mail address or telephone number so we can keep you abreast of important information and special events happening in the community. We especially want this information so you can receive Zoom sign-in information for our meetings. We have two guests scheduled to attend our September meeting. Check the bulletin board in the lobby for additional information. If there is someone you would like invited to our meetings, feel free to contact building association members. We are here to help you become familiarized with the rules and any upcoming changes Riverbay imposes.

Recently, I received information regarding new residents in our building. We welcome them and hope they will join our association meetings. We pride ourselves on knowing and greeting one another when we see each other. We have a friendly and supportive group of people in our building. Yes, we talk to one another all the time.

We also pride ourselves on trying to maintain the standards and quality of life we all want to enjoy. So, here are a few reminders: if you drop something, pick it up; if you spill something, wipe it up; do not deface the property; your dog always belongs on a leash and of course pick up after them. When you are expecting a delivery or moving large items, contact Management so that our elevators can be protected. If you are expecting a delivery of a package, give instruction to have it delivered to your door. If it is left in the lobby, take the time to complain to the company you are dealing with.

Thank you to our vice president, Wendell Mattison, and Lisa Rodriguez and I attended the 45th Precinct Community Council meeting last Thursday. Along with many in the community, we are diligently working on having the city address the tractor-trailer situation surrounding our community, a problem faced by many communities across the borough.

Visit our Facebook page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City.

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

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Co-op City Times / September 10, 2022 Director’s Viewpoint –

Daryl Johnson

NYC – Getting Too Violent?

Lots of stories on television and in the newspapers are focusing on the rise of violent crimes in NYC. So, let’s see what’s going on throughout the city.

Outrageous Violence Let’s start off with some of the most serious criminal complaint statistics for 2022 from the 45th Precinct.

According to their website, the 45th Precinct “contains six miles of park area, and 10.6 miles of waterfront. The precinct encompasses Co-op City and City Island.”

Here are the most serious criminal complaint statistics from their website for 2022: Murder: 3; Rape: 11; Robbery: 129; Felony Assault: 177; Burglary: 68; Grand Larceny: 351; and Grand Larceny Assault: 191.

Now, there are other criminal statistics listed on their website that can be reviewed. However, I want everyone to see some of the most serious crime statistics that have occurred within the cited precinct area.

To counter these statistics, Mayor Adams along with are being released as soon as they’re arrested.

In fact, here are some comments from Mayor Adams: “Catch, release, repeat,” the mayor said as he was commenting on a violent youth case that happened in the subway system. “As soon as we catch them, the system releases them, and they repeat the action. That is just, you know, that’s when I say we are the laughingstock of the country. How do we keep our cities safe when the other parts of the criminal justice system, they have abandoned our public safety apparatus?”

In Co-op City, we have zero tolerance for criminal activity. For instance, there have been cases wherein a family member was arrested for an alleged crime.

Thereafter, community complaints were issued. Then, a holdover case for an eviction was initiated in Housing Court. And, in some cases, our lawyers requested an order to have the person that committed the alleged crime removed from living in our community. Good!

We will not tolerate any type of foolishness in this community.

Now, some criminals in NYC are wilding out and committing some of the most senseless crimes ever.

For instance, a few weeks ago, a video showed that a man walked up behind another man in the Bronx and allegedly sucker-punched him in the head. Then, the victim was injured so bad that he was in a coma with a skull fracture, a broken cheek, and brain bleeding.

Thereafter, the suspect was charged with attempted murder. However, the charges were downgraded to misdemeanors, like third-degree assault, and second-degree harassment. Regardless, take a guess what happened to the suspect under the zero-bail laws.

That’s right, they released the suspect from jail. But, the outcry from the victim’s family was so emotional that the governor intervened. Then, the suspect was ultimately locked up—on a parole violation. recently jogging near his Bronx home. Then, three suspects allegedly attacked and beat the off-duty ofthen allegedly stole his cellphone, car keys, and wallet. Thereafter, the suspects took off in a vehicle. Then, the police arrested one of the suspects in this attack.

But, can you believe that the police think that this same group of suspects might be responsible for 19 attacks in the Bronx and Queens since August 1, 2022?

Gun violence has also become a major problem in NYC. For instance, several people were shot across the city about two weeks ago, over one weekend. On Saturday, August 27, a man was shot several times in the chest while he was in a lobby. On Sunday, August 28, one person was killed, and four other people were shot on the Coney Island boardwalk. Later on, a 44-year-old lady in Brooklyn died after she was shot in the head. Then, a man and a lady were shot in the arm in Brooklyn. And, in the Bronx, several people were shot, and three people were killed during that same weekend.

In NYC and in lots of other areas, people are making their own guns. And, naturally, their guns do not Thereafter, some people have sold these types of guns throughout NYC. For instance, back in October 2021,

the Queens District Attorney along the NYPD busted a man for allegedly making a tremendous amount of had allegedly made AR-15s, AK-47s, along with several types of handguns. Also on display were 15,000 rounds of ammunition. And, the machines that were allegedly used to make all of those weapons.

In another case, a very young man was arrested for allegedly making ghost guns. According to a report, he was able to buy the gun parts online. Meanwhile, Mayor Adams has been going after the online retailers that were selling these gun parts. And, just recently, legal settlements were made with three gunmakers to prevent the sale of gun parts to anyone in NYC. Also, going forward, the legal battle will continue with two other gunmakers.

Bottom line: Please make sure that no one in your home is involved with illegal guns, illegal drugs, or

any type of illegal activity. Thank you.

Labor Day Weekend Event The Labor Day weekend concert on Saturday, September 3, 2022, was good. Fireworks? We spend between $20,000 - $25,000 just on our fireworks shows. However, a lot of people said that they weren’t Close Let’s do our part to make Co-op City a wonderful place to live.

Thank you.

Contact Information Please do not send a letter to me at this time.

However, you can send an email to me at: djohnson@ riverbayboard.com.

Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week.

And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

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with “Lovely Day” by Bill Withers, and performed songs like, “Celebration” and “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now.” “Can y’all make some noise for Stacy real quick,” said the lead singer as he called onstage the 9 year old who had been dancing throughout the show. As he welcomed kids in the audience on stage, Dogberry, a teacher, said, “This is our future.”

During an intermission at 8 p.m., Carl Edwards, from Antigua, was welcomed to the stage and played the steel drum. After the band returned to perform, they played until 9 p.m., when, as they were covering Frankie Beverly and Maze’s “Before I Let Go,” the fireworks started. Coloring the sky red, blue, green and white, with rockets bursting in all different shapes and sizes, the 25-minute show left nothing to be desired. The Section 1 Greenway was full, and with every bang being greater than the last, the audience burst into cheers and applause throughout the near half hour show.

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Building 33 Association

Section 4 Partnership 50th Anniversary T-Shirts: A Collector’s Item!

These shirts make a great gift any time of the year. If you do not have one, make sure you get one or two! Many buildings are celebrating 50 years of existence, making up the largest cooperative in the country. We have 50th Anniversary t-shirts. The shirts are beautiful and on sale now, with the Section 4 Partnership logo on the back. You will be proud to wear it. If you would like one or two, contact us by emailing: section4partnership@gmail.com, or phone: 347-915-4939.

Calling all Building Association Presidents, Vice Presidents and Staff: We must all (in every section and every building) show up for our building associations and committees. We may be on Zoom or Webex or other modes of video onferencing, and for that reason we should all show up. You do not even have to leave your home. You cannot beat that commute. We all owe it to our shared community.

Think about this and make a silent pledge to get involved.

For our have assigned Floor Captains. If you have not volunteered for are as follows: 1. Contact Numbers Emergency” contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor 2. Co-op City Times: Place them at each apartment door (Delivered to all lobbies on Saturdays) 3. Elevator Notices: Read them and talk to your neighbors about them 4. Promote: Meetings, Clubs and Gatherings 5. Encourage your neighbors to: • VOTE–VOTE–VOTE! in the Riverbay election Security: 718-671-3050 • CSO: 718-320-3300 6. Isn’t it worth your safety to get this done?

S4P Mission Statement The Section 4 Partnership’s purpose is to promote a community of more than just neighbors, but as one family of many cultures, that proactively embraces greatness and promotes neighborhood interaction. The goal of the organization is to offer solutions that will educate, elevate, inspire and mobilize our community in unity, to sustain affordability and growth in order to remain environmentally sound and vibrant for generations to come.

All of us, multiplied by each one of us, equals a force for good.

––Michelle Marbury

Good day, my fellow cooperators. I hope many of you have enjoyed your summer.

September is here, and the building association will start having monthly meetings again.

Hopefully, we will be able to invite guests from Riverbay many of you would like to meet. Feel free to contact me at amayo14033@gmail.com with suggestions.

We also will begin collecting building dues. The dues are needed to include refreshments at the meetings, decorations for holidays, candy for the kids at Halloween and Christmas, and to pay Santa Clause to take pictures with the children. If we collect enough, we would also lost loved ones. We will make sure the dues are affordable and hope you all will participate. celebrate and honor you!

—Andrea D. Mayo

Building 27 Association Hello, neighbors. We are now heading for the fall season. It was a joy watching the back to school gathering for our children at P.S. 160. These are memories kids will not forget. We wish the kids, students and staff a safe and healthy school year.

Coffee with Mike – Assemblyman Benedetto invites shareholders to have coffee from 9:3010:30 a.m. on the third Saturday of every month. This will be an opportunity to share our local concerns. Coffee with Mike takes place at the Einstein shopping mall. Cooperators are asking to meet with the DOT because we were deprived of Town Hall meetings. To send in comments is not the same as the voices of the people. Assemblyman Benedetto indicated he will see what he can do and get back to the community.

Section Five – The pathway around the curve has been completed. Finally, barriers have been installed to divide the entire length of the curve. The new barriers look good; we hope they will remain that way. What is next, we do not know; hopefully, it will all be shared with the shareholders through a town hall meeting. It is noted NYS Secretary of Transportation, Nivardo and Ulitilies that service Section 5. However, as shareholders, we are part of this critical process comments could also easily be addressed in open meetings.

Cooperators – residues on our street in the circle in front of our triple core and the walkways. It may be outsiders, but the littering is getting worse so we all should work together to keep our community clean and beautiful. The walkways are in dire need of power washing.

Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. We continue to offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the families that have lost loved ones. We wish all the best of health and by sending you a card as she is excellent in sharing goodwill. Also, notify her of any illness, or a neighbor who has deceased and if anyone is in a nursing home.

“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions ––H. Overman

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Community Protestant Church Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! 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; church number: 718-862-9172; fax#: 718-671-4416, or email: Administration@ thecpcchurch.org.

Our schedule is as follows: First Sunday – 11:00 a.m., Service, in-person and Communion, Adult Sunday School, 9:15 a.m. in person.

Second Sunday – Conference Call Line, (712) 432-3900, Access: 343284# Adult Sunday School, 9:00 a.m. Conference Call Line, (712) 432-3900, Access: 343284# Third Sunday – 11:00 a.m. service, in-person Adult Sunday School, 9:15 a.m. in person Fourth Sunday – Communion and via Zoom, Adult Sunday School, 9:00 a.m.

Conference Call Line (712) 432-3900, Access: 343284# Fifth Sunday – Conference Call Line, (712) 432-3900, Access: 343284# Every Wednesday – Hour of Power Noon Day Prayer, 12:00 p.m., Conference Call Line, (712) 432-3900, Access Code: 343284# Every Wednesday, 7:00 p.m., Bible Study via Zoom Matthew 18:20: “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.”

––Sarita Tidball

Iglesia Evangélica MU de Co-op City – Co-op City UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds Come & Visit Us – You’re always welcome in God’s House, your House! We are a Bible-centered a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation, ALL are welcome! Services are held at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30. Parking is available. Our pastor is Rev. Arnaldo Sánchez-Orta.

Telephone: (718) 320-3795, email: coopcityevangelicalumc@gmail.com Come and Receive a Blessing First Sunday of the Month Bilingual Service: 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

English Service: 10 a.m.; Spanish Service: 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday Spanish Bible Study (via Zoom): 12:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Tuesday Evening Bible Study (via Zoom): 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Thursday Bilingual Prayer Service (In-person & via Zoom): 9:30 a.m.-10:45 a.m.

“Hear the cry and the prayer that your servant is praying in your presence this day.” —1 Kings 8:28b (NIV). Come, let’s pray together!

Food Pantry: Thursdays, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Free Coffee House Join us! Friday, September 23, from 6-9 p.m. All are welcomed!

For more information, if you are interested, contact Marta @ 917-740-0256, email: coopcityevangelicalumc@gmail.com.

Blessings, —Marta Medina Sanchez

Co-op City Department of Public Safety (718) 671-3050 • www.ccpd.us • @CCPDnyc If you SEE something, SAY something!

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Building 22A and B Association It was a wonderful summer, but it is time for back-to-school shopping, vaccination and school work. while the room is being repaired. A notice for the new date will be posted on the bulletin boards.

Cooperators – Means acting jointly with others to unite for the common good. We are not doing that. We have concerns that cooperators are not doing their part. We must all work together.

Dog Owners – Keep up the good work curbing your dogs. Please do not throw food off your terraces as you will get a community complaint.

Compactor Rooms – If you know who is not following the instructions for CSO. Laundry Room – Fabric softener sheets are slippery and should be picked washers and dryers because others are waiting to use the machines. Also, clean Masks: Masks are recommended in the buildings and all indoor areas of Co-op City, including the laundry rooms.

Happy birthday to all. Our prayers to all who lost loved ones. Check on the sick and shut-ins. If you see something, say something.

––Betty Leak

African-American Association of Co-op City Join our membership!

Platforms, until the pandemic is completely over, are presented via Zoom Meetings and Webinars. There may be some outdoor meetings until the cold weather sets in. Remember, membership is only $15/year for a single membership and only $25/year for your household. Email: aaaccpower@gmail.com or call 929-430-3255. The African American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

The Queen Has Spoken It was 7 p.m. at Arthur Ashe Stadium in the Main Court at Flushing Meadows. It was the 29-year-old against the 40-year-old. It was Australia against the United States. It was the legend, Serena Williams, against top ranked Ajla Tomljanovic at the US Open. Tributes poured in during each of the three matches Serena played from tennis legends stadium, they tweeted and cheered ferociously from the stands and outside the court. When all was said and done, her conqueror gave one of the most touching homages ever spoken.

She even admitted that ending Serena Williams career was “tough to handle.”

Picture courtesy of Stephanie Mills via Facebook After a grueling three-hour match, Serena remains one shy of Margaret Court’s record of 24 Grand Slams. On Friday, September 2, the queen of modern day Serena turns 41 this month and she told the world that she is not “retiring,” she is evolving — and while she remained purposely vague about whether this appearance at Flushing Meadows would represent her last hurrah, everyone including Oprah Winfrey and Gale King who gave her stunning tribute after round 1, assumed it will be.

A tearful Serena said, “It’s been the most incredible ride and journey I’ve ever been on in my life, I’m so grateful to every single person that’s ever said, ‘Go, Serena!’ in their life.” From the African-American Association of Co-op City, the queen has spoken!

Noteworthy dates!

Sunday, September 18: General Membership Meeting, 3 p.m.

Sunday, October 16: General Membership Meeting, 3 p.m.

The African American Association sponsors the following programs for your participation (Contact respective instructor indicated below for updates) – Contact: Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon – Contact: Cynthia, 917903-7073.

– Contact: Keith, 917-561-6211.

Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena Sharpe-Hicks – Contact: Meena at 917-863-1507.

Co-op City Baptist Church “Gospel Line Dancers” with Joyce Smith – Contact: Joyce, 718-320-0714.

All of us, multiplied by each one of us, equals a force for good.

––Michelle Marbury SCHOOL IS OPEN! Please follow posted speed limits when driving near schools. Stop for schoolbuses with STOP sign and

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Goose Island Seniors Resort World – Thursday, September 22, in Montecello, NY. Price: $45. Bonus: $25 slot play and $15 for meal. Final payment due by Wednesday, September 7. Waiting list only. Make checks to Goose Island Seniors. We accept Zelle at 347847-1941. Buses leaving our three usual bus stops.

Pick-ups: Einstein Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:45 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 9 a.m. Must show proof of vaccination and mask required on bus and in casino.

Wind Creek – September 24. Price: $50. For more info, call or text (646) 579-1701.

Nordic Lodge – October 8. Price: $190. For more info, call (646) 579-1701.

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse – Tuesday, October 25. Dr. K’s Motown Revue. Come enjoy a delicious

Retirees of Dreiser Loop Greetings, Retirees!

We hope that everyone enjoyed the Labor Day Holiday.

Trip Committee – The trip to Wind Creek Casino and shopping at the Wind Creek Outlets in Bethlehem, PA is on September 13. The bus for this trip will pick up at 169 Dreiser Loop. Please arrive there no later than 7:30 a.m. The bus will leave promptly at 8:00 a.m. Please bring a face mask. Everyone will be required to wear a face mask while traveling on the bus. On the return to Co-op City, the bus will drop off at Einstein Loop, Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop. We look forward to this fun day out.

Entertainment Committee – “Hold the Date,” December 8, 2022, on your calendars for the RoDL’s annual holiday luncheon at the Marina del Rey. Membership – Members who are 80-plus years of age and in good standing with their membership dues (dues paid for the past two consecutive years) are eligible to apply for “honorary membership.” If you would like to apply, please submit your letter of request to Dorothy Chambers-Byrd, President of the RoDL. If you would like to become a member of the Retirees of Dreiser Loop, or you wish to renew your membership, please make your check in the amount of $25 payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” and mail it to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 19, Bronx, NY 10475. Questions may be addressed to JoAnn at (718) 710-9082 or Mary at (718) 655-9170.

Happy Birthday – Cheers to all our September birthday celebrants. We wish you an incredibly happy birthday and continued peace and happiness throughout the year.

Newsletter Committee – Articles and photos for inclusion in our Summer/Fall 2022 edition of the “In the Loop” newsletter should be submitted to Georgianna no later than October 26.

Condolences – We were sorry to learn of the passing of our beloved member, Elizabeth T. Hayes.

We extend our sympathy to her family. Please keep her family in your thoughts and prayers.

Our heartfelt sympathy is also extended to Eleanor Barlow and her family on the recent loss of her brother. Please keep Eleanor and her family in your prayers.

Please continue to keep all those who have recently lost loved ones in your thoughts and prayers.

Sick and Shut In – To those who are sick and shut-in, we pray that you will soon see brighter days ahead.

General Meeting – Thank you to everyone who attended our general membership meeting on September 7. It was so good to see you there. Our next general membership meeting will be held on October 5.

Members, if you would like to use Room 19 for your card or game player groups, please contact Ted Byrd at (917) 797-9230.

––Georgianna Rodriguez

lunch and listen to your favorite Motown hits. Price: $120. Few seats available. Bus pick-ups: Einstein Loop, 8:15 a.m.; Asch Loop, 8:45 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 9 a.m. Must show proof of vaccination and mask required on the bus.

Notary Services – with Yvonne Menefee every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 39, Bronx, NY 10475 (Section 5 Center).

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 1:15 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for three cards, 12 games and jackpot. Extra cards are $0.25 each. Refreshments. Proof of vaccination.

Temperature taken at entrance. Sunday Bingo on September 25 at 1:30 p.m. All are welcome. Must be vaccinated.

To all members: Happy birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of September: Veronica Mack, Mary Harvey, Mary Smith, Sandra Cortez-Johnson, Patricia Harris,

Ivelisse Santiago, Miledy Martinez, John Turjak, Ana Matos, Alma Alequin, Veratta Rhames, Janice Brown, Loretta Thompson, Bettie Ward, Lyone Hall, Gloria M. Bobbyn, Pamela Rumph, Thalia E. Roach, Gladys Perry, Beryl Hines, Ola Waymmann, Carlton Lawrence and Majorie Yellon.

Sick and Shut-in – Linda Werner is still recovering. We prayed, God heard us, He is in control. Ella Thorne misses everyone. She is in Workmen’s Circle. Mary Pilla, former Goose Island president, sends her love to all. You can call her at (718) 753-1816.

Our club is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475 at the Section 5 Center. Our phone number is (718) 379-9613. You may call (mornings) Mon. – Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m. (Evenings) Mon., Wed. and Fri., 6 p.m.-9 p.m.; Tue. and Thu., 1 p.m.-9 p.m., or, call, text or Zelle Stephen, (347) 847-1941. Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net.

––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

AARP Chapter #4997 We hope that Labor Day was enjoyable for everyone. We would like to thank Riverbay Corporation, the vendors and all who assisted with Saturday’s fair on the greenway. There were information tables, salespeople, friends, activities for the children and food—all kinds of food! Our elected way to end the summer outdoor fun. from Monday-Thursday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. with answers to questions you may have and information we can share from the National organization. The midterm elections are right around the corner and there is still much to do to get legislation passed to cials are important to the work of AARP in all areas.

Continue to be involved in your community and state affairs to make the changes come to light that we need for a better quality of life for ourselves.

Our next General Membership meeting is on September 12 and will be held by Zoom. The log in information is Meeting ID: 839 4857 9810; Passcode: 580664; NY Dial-In: 929-205-6099.

The meeting begins at 1 p.m. and we have a guest speaker with much to share with us. Our Chapter is restarting our search for new and available executive board members to serve within our group.

We will be having elections soon. Please contact Ms. Polite, 718-320 4278, with any nominations someone of your choice. Ms. Baker is continuing to and by calling 718-379-2088. The annual dues are $20 payable by check or cash. Mrs. Wilson, our Good and Welfare contact, advises that our friends and relatives are moving forward and doing better by the day. Prayers and good wishes continue to go to the sick and shut-in. If there is someone you would like to have mentioned, please contact Mrs. Wilson at 718-671-5493.

I cannot close without reminding all to use safety precautions, wear your mask, wash your hands and keep social distancing when in public places. Riverbay still has certain protocols in place and for a good reason. Our numbers are improving but that can change in a day. Flu shots will be available soon.

––Ann Purnell

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Bartow

Einstein

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Mon., Sept. 12

Walk w/Odessa (on break) Blood Pressure w/Willa 10 a.m.-11 a.m. (1st and 3rd Tues.)

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

Smartphone and Tablet Class w/Julesa, 2-3 p.m.

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

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

Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

Bereavement w/Dorine, 1st & 3rd Wed., 12-1 p.m.

Line Dancing w/Cynthia 12:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Weight Mgt. Support Group w/ Gigi, 2nd Wed., in rear of JASA main office, 1 p.m.-2 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.-12 p.m. by appt., Room 35 Spring in Your Step Stretch & Tone, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Action Bodies In Motion 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Room 45 BuddyNess Board & Card Games, 1-2 p.m.

Caring Hands Body Massage 1-3 p.m. by appt., Room 35

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

Sultry Salsa Dancing, 10-11 a.m., Room 45

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

Prize BINGO 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fri., Sept. 16

Thurs., Sept. 15

BARTOW CENTER CLOSED ON MONDAYS ONLY

Tues., Sept. 13

Mindful Mornings Tai-Chi 9:00 a.m.-10 a.m., Rm. 38 True Lifers Movie Club 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 35 Always Grand Line Dancing w/Ellie 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Hot Topics w/Michelle 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 49 Facials & Manicure 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 35

Wed., Sept. 14

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Bridge To Care Arthritis Exercise, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Room 45 Creative Arts & Painting, 1-3 p.m., Room 35

Dreiser

Room 7 unless otherwise noted Chair Yoga w/ Charles Tyler 10-11 a.m. Zoom (Virtual only for now) 1-646-876-9923 - Meeting ID: 995 6534 1173, Passcode 855423 Piano Sing Along Class (In-Person) 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Stay Well Exercise w/Denise Will resume in October Smartphone and tablet literacy w/ Julesa, in-person, 1:15 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

MENU

Alternate Kosher Meals are available

Kosher

Non-Kosher

Tofu Lasagna Roll Tossed Salad Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice Alt: Tuna Salad

Roast Pork Spanish Style Braised Collard Greens

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., In-person, BBQ Chicken Room 2.

Breast, Egg Barley Computer Learning w/Ralph, w/Mushrooms Zoom only: 6:30-7:30 p.m. NEW Diand Onions al-in #: 347-893-2966, Meeting ID: Grilled 936 8132 9040, Passcode: 259554.

Vegetables, Blood Pressure, 1st & 3rd Tues.

Whole Wheat 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Bread, Fresh Fruit Digital Photography Class and Juice In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Alt: Egg Salad Tai-Chi, in-person, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Bingo, 1 p.m., In-person Arthritis Exercise, in-person, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Rm. 2 Self Defense Class, In-person 2 p.m., Rm. 2

Line Dancing w/Ellie 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Meatballs Rice Tomato Basil Salad Whole Wheat Bread Fresh Fruit and Juice Alt: Tuna Salad

Curried Veggie, Chickpea and Quinoa Stir Fry Steamed Broccoli

Moroccan Salmon Brown Rice Steamed Green Beans Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice Alt: Chicken Salad

Fish w/Fresh Salsa Relish Baked Macaroni and Cheese Normandy Blend

Tea & Books, 1-2 p.m., Rm. Beginners Crochet and Knitting w/Lynne, 11:30 a.m.- 35 12:30 p.m.

Go Easy On Us Computers Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. 2-3 p.m., Room 40

Spanish Class, In-person, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Blood Pressure Screening 10:00 a.m.-11 a.m.

Young At Heart Karaoke Manicure, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Let’s Get It On Zumba Line Dance with Cynthia 1-2 p.m., Room 45 12:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Coloring for Calmness Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. 2 p.m.-3 p.m.

Lemon Herb Alert and Alive, resumes in the Fall Chicken, Potato Knitting & Crochet, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Kugel, Zucchini in Art Class w/Dmitry Virtual 1-3 p.m.

Tomato Sauce Whole Wheat Massage Therapy, 1st & 3rd Friday, Bread, Fresh Fruit 1:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m., In-person and Juice Bingo, 1:15-2:30 p.m., Room 4 Alt: Gefilte Fish

Massage Therapy 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Manicure 2:00-3:30 p.m.

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

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

BBQ Chicken Roasted Butternut Squash Sauteed Spinach

Curried Chicken Legs Brown Rice w/ Pigeon Peas Okra

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk Menu subject to change without notice.

Bartow Center (929) 399-1394 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities Mount Airy Casino and show, “Merry Motown Christmas” – Dec. 6, $124. Bonus: $15 slot and $15 food voucher. Show. Pick-ups: Bartow, 7:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 8 a.m.; Einstein, 8:15 a.m.

American Dream Mall, Rutherford, NJ – Tues., Nov. 1; $35. Deluxe Motor coach transportation. Light refreshments served on bus. Pick-ups: Bartow, 9:45 a.m.; Dreiser, 10 a.m.; Einstein, 10:15 a.m.

JASA Bartow Older Adult Center Health, Resource Fair and Arts Exhibition, Bartow Center courtyard – Sept. 17, 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Health screening, Health and Wellness info., giveaways, snacks, refreshments and music by DJKASINO. Lunch available, $2 for seniors, $5 for guests.

Krucker’s Oktoberfest, Pomona, NY, Oct. 27, $116. Deluxe motor coach transportation. Breakfast, Lunch (noon), beer, wine & soft drinks from 12 p.m.-4 p.m.

Live music and dancing from 1 p.m.-4

p.m. Purchase a pumpkin to paint from 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Bingo at 3 p.m., knockwurst sandwich at 4 p.m. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:45 a.m.; Einstein, 9 a.m.

Are you interested in free steel pan lessons? Call 718-320-2066. In collaboration w/Agatha House Foundation.

Concerts in Motion – Mondays, 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Call in number: 646-5588656, Meeting ID: 527-067-8391.

Bereavement Support Group w/Dr. Smith – Mon., 1:00 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 839 6918 9974, Passcode: 520396.

Painting Class w/Dmitriy – Mondays, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 846 0511 1606, Passcode: 585936.

Chronic Pain – “Giveaways” to participants, Mon., 1 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Rear 646-982-8254, or Julissa, 646-946-1252.

Crochet Club – Fridays, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

646-982-8254, or Julissa, 646-946-1252.

Crochet Class w/Sandra Ramirez – in-person, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Please call 718-3202066 to register.

Crochet Class w/Sandra Ramirez Virtual – Sat., 7 p.m.-8 p.m. Dial-in number: 646-558-8656, 81636224412#, Meeting ID: 816 3622 4412.

JASA Bartow Older Adult Program is seeking retired professionals to teach Conversational Spanish, Conversational French and Sign Language to seniors. If interested, please contact amoncrieffe@ jasa.org as soon as possible.

Notary, appointment only. Call 718320-2066. Available at JASA Bartow Tues., 9 a.m.-10:30 a.m.; Weds., 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Einstein Center, Room 34, Thurs., 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Deliver Health Workshops to help others in the community and get gift cards. For further info., please call or email: Julissa Reynoso, 646-946-1252/jreynoso@jasa.org; Laura Brea, 646-982-8254/lbrea@jasa.org.

Painting Classes – Every Wed., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Zoom meeting. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 920 9563 1147, Passcode: 024057.

Meditation Class – GPC (Grand Parents), 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Third Thurs. of every month. Dial-in number: 929205-6099, Meeting ID: 991 1390 5105, Passcode: 170462.

Technology class w/Ralph Lucenti (Smart devices and computer) – Thurs., 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099, Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695, Passcode: 896989.

Line Dancing with Bartow Swingers – Mon., 12-1 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 31; Wed. and Fri., 12-1 p.m., Dreiser, Room 1.

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Greater Love Refuge Ministries

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

“Fear not, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by your name; you are Mine.” (Isaiah 43:1) Spiritual Food for Thought: Step back and take a broad view of where you are spiritually and how you got here. Renew yourself in the foundation of what you believe. For the purpose of examination, see if you have strayed from that which you value the most. Do not compromise those elements of vital spiritual importance, but rather reinforce what you know to be righteous. You belong to me, says the Lord.

Bishop Boyce Landrum, Overseer and Sr. Pastor of Greater Love Refuge Ministries, along with Pastor Carol Landrum and the Greater Love Christian church family invite you to in-person Worship each Sunday morning at 11:30 a.m. We are a non-denominational, multi-generational, teaching, preaching, faith

St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475.

Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic, St. Joseph’s Church has suspended services until further notice. However, we continue to worship via teleconference on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Father Johnson also conducts daily weekday services at noon.

You are invited to participate in these services by calling 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

Grace and peace!

––M. Chambers

month. Greater Love is conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg.

2A), on the ground level, Bronx, NY 10475; enter by way of the main entrance.

Our telephone number is 347-920-5607.

The Two Fish and Five Loaves Food Pantry Ministry is now accepting donations of non-expired, non-perishable food items as well as toiletries and essential hygiene products. Our Outreach and Missions Ministry provide care packages to individuals and families throughout the boroughs of NYC and use your donations to support their efforts. We thank our fellow cooperators who have left donations at the church front door. If you would like to donate, you can drop off items on any given Sunday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., or Friday. Please call the church for time availability.

Greater Love’s Prayer Line is held each Wednesday afternoon beginning at 12:30 p.m. and on Thursday evening at 8:00 p.m. An open invitation to all; the dial-in number is 351-999-3024.

We’re Back! Our Christian Education Board is back from Summer break and hopes everyone enjoyed their time off. It is time to get back to the work! Sunday School for adults and youth will resume in-person on September 18 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. Coffee/tea/juice and a light snack is available prior to the start of class from 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m. The New Millennial Bible study class (ages 18-35) no longer meets on Sunday mornings and will meet with Pastor Carol biweekly on Zoom beginning Wednesday, September 18, from 7:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m.

Grace and Peace, ––Pastor Carol Landrum

Chavurah – Temple Beth El Shalom, everyone.

The High Holidays Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur are in just two weeks.

Chavurah - Temple Beth El is still here and we are having services via Zoom.

Here is the schedule: Evening Rosh Hashanah on Zoom Sunday, September 25, at 8:00 p.m.

Morning Rosh Hashanah on Zoom Monday, September 26, at 10:00 a.m.

Kol Nidre Evening Yom Kippur on Zoom Tuesday, October 4, at 7:30 p.m.

Morning Yom Kippur on Zoom Wednesday, October 5, at 10:00 a.m.

Yiskor will be at the end of the Morning Service Public Yiskor Wednesday, October 5, at 2:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Please send an email or call me so I can get you the Zoom links.

We can also get you a book for the services. Services are free.

Chavurah - Temple Beth El has been compiling a list of names that you and others in the community have requested to be listed in our Book of Remembrance. This book is now over 20 years old and we keep adding names to it every year. Should you have names that you want added, please call me or email me.

This is being done as a service to you and your family and friends.

Chavurah - Temple Beth El of Co-op City contact info: Phone number: 973-769-3915. Email: RabbiDennisTobin@aol.com ––Rabbi Dennis Tobin

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City High Holidays It is that time of the year. The High Holidays are coming up soon and it is time to reserve your seat as a full member or non-member with seats only. You can call Marilyn at (347) 449-5005 for reservations and costs.

The synagogue would appreciate donations to keep our shul open. If you would like to help, go to www.Gofundme.com/Traditional-Synagogue-of-Co-op-City to donate.

The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m.

General Information The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. come over.

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 a.m. so we can take out the Torah. The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City.

Sabbath ends on Saturday, September 10, at 8:05 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, September 16, at 6:43 p.m.

Good and Welfare $15 per tree (if you want to buy a tree, call 347-449-5005). Mazel Tov to all having simchas. If you are ill, we wish 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 Barbara Rose, Michael Schweiger, Howard and Stevan Schwartz, Fern Brand and all of our other members who will be celebrating their birthday in August. Please send me your names and I will add them 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

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Newsong Church I Love My Church – 2 Imagine for a moment that you and your friend are enjoying lunch together.

In the midst of your conversation, your friend shares with you their desire to get back into physical shape. This is something that you would love to get back into workout schedule, your friend says, I can really only commit to one day out of the year. What would your response be? Do you think your friend would reach their full physical potential with a workout routine of one day per year? Of course not!

Now take that same principle and apply it to other parts of your life. Would you do better at school if you only went to class once a year? Would you make more money if you only went to work once a year? You get my point right? The same thing applies to your spiritual life. If you want to get closer to God, you need to spend time with Him. One of the ways we do that is by coming together for corporate worship.

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer…every day they continued to meet together in the temple courts. They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad and sincere hearts” –(Acts 2:42,46) (NIV) At Newsong, we value coming together as a church family in two ways. #1 Sunday Gathering. Our Sunday gathering is the time where we come together as a church family for worship. We celebrate Jesus through singing, learning from God’s Word, and praying for one another. At NSC, everyone (young and old) has an opportunity to experience God in a fresh new way! Our Sunday service is located at 135 Einstein Loop and starts at 11 a.m. #2 Life Groups. Just attending on Sunday is not enough to grow spiritually.

It would be like eating healthy one day a week, and then eating nothing but junk food for the next six days! God created us to live in community with others so that we can experience the full life that He intends for us. It is through Life Groups that we develop close friendships, help one another grow, and support each other through prayer. Our Life Groups meet at different times and places and vary from traditional Bible studies, to common interest groups. You do not have to attend NSC to join a Life Group. It is our pleasure to help you get closer to God! If you do not have a home church, we want you to be our guest this Sunday, as we start our new teaching series all about our mission and values called “I Love My Church!”

For more information about our Sunday Gathering or our Life Groups: Contact Us: Mailing address: P.O. Box 100, BX, NY 10475. Email: CentralTeam@newsongchurchnyc.org. Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org. Social Media: Instagram: @newsongchurchbx; Facebook: @newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @newsongchurchbx; YouTube: Newsong Church NYC. ––Pastor Mike Tolone

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 135 Einstein Loop, Room 35, Bronx, NY 10475 Isaías 40:31: Pero los que esperan al Señor renovarán sus fuerzas; se montarán con alas como águilas; correrán y no se cansarán; caminarán y no se desmayarán.

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 les hace una cordial invitación a la comunidad hispana a congregarse con nosotros.

Si usted está buscando una iglesia para adorar a nuestro Señor Jesucristo, si se siente solo, herido, deprimido o si necesita liberación nuestras puertas están Él nos ama tanto que dejo su Trono de Gloria para salvarnos.

Romanos 8:2 — Porque la ley del Espíritu de vida en Cristo Jesús me ha hecho libre de la ley del pecado y de la muerte.

Nuestra iglesia se encuentra en el centro comunitario de 135 Einstein Loop, Salón #33.

Servicios ofrecidos: Lunes - Servicio de Oración por telefono: 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; codigo: 696248) Martes - Estudio Bíblico por Zoom: 8:00 p.m. (3447367643; codigo: 3jEJ2W) Jueves - Servicio de Oración por telefono: 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; codigo: 696248) Viernes - Estudio Bíblico por Zoom: 8:00 p.m. (3447367643; codigo: 3jEJ2W) Domingos - Servicio de Adoración: 11:00 a.m.

La Santa Cena es el 1er Domingo del mes Que Dios le bendiga y recuerda que Cristo te ama.

Isaiah 40:31: But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 cordially invites the Hispanic community to come gather and worship with us.

If you are looking for a church to worship our Lord and Savior, if you feel alone, wounded, depressed, if you need liberation, our doors are open to receive you. Jesus is willing and able to free you and heal you.

He loves us so much that he left his Throne of Glory to save us.

Romans 8:2 — For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus hath made me free from the law of sin and death.

Our church is located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, Room #33.

Services offered: Monday – Prayer Service by phone: 9:00 p.m. (564-888-5521; code: 696248) Tuesday – Zoom Bible Study: 8:00 p.m. (3447367643; code: 3jEJ2W) Thursday – Prayer Service by phone: 9:00 p.m. (564-888-5521; code: 696248) Friday – Zoom Bible Study: 8:00 p.m. (3447367643; code: 3jEJ2W) Sundays – Worship Service: 11:30 a.m.

God bless you and remember, Jesus loves you.

—Fernando Figueroa

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

There is one service at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday School will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Masks are required and temperatures will be taken. Services can also be viewed on YouTube after 1:00 p.m.

Our verse for 2022 is: (Isaiah 54:17) “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgement you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is from, Me, say the Lord.”

Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study starts at 7:00 p.m. The Conference Line Number: (646) 769-9900, Access Code: 3099388. Once prayer has begun, please mute your phone so all can hear with clarity.

September 4th Worship Service Theme: “The Promises of That Place.”

Scripture: (Psalm 91:1-2) “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.” (Revelations 3:20; Psalms 27:1) 50th Anniversary Banquet – Saturday, October 8, from 1-6 p.m. at Eastwood Manor. Anniversary Guest Speaker, Reverend Dr. Shelton Williams. Adults are $100 and youths are $50. For tickets and information, contact: Sadie James, 718-652-8943, or Hermena Smith, 718-708-5035.

Journal Committee: In celebration of the church anniversary, a commemorative journal is being compiled. If you would like to purchase an ad, contact Brenda Brown at 718-671-3748 or Hermena Smith at 718-708-5035. The ad prices are as follows: inside front cover, $200; full-page, $100; half-page, $60; quarter-page, $40; eighth-page, $30; add a photo, $20. Ads must be purchased

by September 15.

The Lord has blessed Church of New Vision for the past 50 years and through it all we are still here in unity by God’s grace – abiding in faith, hope and love.

Because a small group of believers saw a need and had a mission to move forward in unity with a purpose: Church of the New Vision was established November 12, 1972 in the Co-op City community located in Section 5. You can be a participant in this 50th Golden Anniversary Fundraiser with your contribution of the New Vision and note: 50th Golden Anniversary.

Thank you for your contributions. Mailing address: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

––Brenda Brown

Pentecostal Tabernacle 100 Co-op City Boulevard, Building 22A. Our telephone number is 718-3240334 or 646-345-6707. Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to Worship Service on the following days. All services are held online. To join, please call 720-740-9746, Access Code: 8876631.

Sunday worship service is from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Prayer and fasting service will be held every Wednesday morning from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Bible study and prayer meeting will also be held Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m.

Worship service every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: The Effective Fruitful Christian (11 Peter 1:1-3) “Simon Peter, a servant and an apostle of Jesus Christ, to them that have obtained like precious faith with us through the righteousness of God and our Saviour Jesus Christ, Grace and peace be multiplied unto you through the knowledge of God, and of Jesus our Lord.”

According as his divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness, through the knowledge of him that hath called us to glory and virtue.

Becoming A Matured Christian We become a matured Christian as we develop the qualities of virtue, knowledge, self-control, patience, godliness, brotherly kindness and love.

These qualities will develop in our growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

In a letter to the believers in Ephesus, Paul addressed the topic of spiritual growth and maturity in Christ Jesus.

“And he gave some Apostles, and some prophets, and some, evangelists, and some, pastors and teachers. For the perfecting of the saints, for the edifying of the body of Christ. That we henceforth be no more children, tossed to and from, and carried about with every wind of doctrine, by the sleight of men, and cunning craftiness, whereby they lie in wait to deceive. But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ. From whom supplies, according to the effectual working in the measure of every part, makes increase of the body unto the edifying of itself in love. This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that he henceforth walk, not as other Gentiles walk, in the vanity of their mind. Having the understanding darkened, being alienated from the life of God through the ignorance that is in them, because of the blindness of their heart, Who being past feeling have given themselves over unto lasciviousness, to work all uncleanness with greediness.” (Ephesians 4; 11-19) Continual progressive spiritual growth is a normal process for all spiritually healthy Christian believers. As individuals continue to grow in Christian character, their reverence and respect for God continue to increase. This process of growing spiritually brings a believer to full maturity in Christ. God has given to His church the gift of ministry in all its aspects and dimensions in order to perfect this process of spiritual growth for believers. We should continue to grow spiritually every day.

––Rev. R. Sibblies

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Public Safety – (Continued from page 7) Preparing for emergencies should involve all members of the family.

Establishing an emergency plan which is known to all members of the family is essential. Children actually enjoy helping to prepare for an emergency. There are several websites, www.fema.gov/kids/, www.ready.gov/kids/home.html and www.bam.gov.cdc, designed for children to help to educate them on all facets of different types of emergencies. Other websites for emergency preparedness are www.redcross.org and www.nyc.gov/html/oem/. These websites offer information regarding emergencies most likely to affect residents of our geographical area.

Preparing for an emergency includes establishing a plan. The plan should include a family meeting place, one local and one regional. The plan should take into account family members being at home, at work or at school. A local telephone contact and a long distance contact should be included. Telephone outages often only affect local services. Establishing a long distance contact will allow families to check on the status of all family members. All family members should be familiar with the plan.

Putting together an Emergency Kit is also an important part of emergency preparedness. An emergency kit should include one gallon of water per person, per day for at least three days. A three-day supply of non-perishable food should also include a can opener for canned foods, plates, cups, utensils and paFirst Aid kit and basic tools should be a part of every emergency kit. Moist towelettes, personal hygiene items and garbage bags should be included for personal sanitation. Clothing and blankets should be included for warmth and comfort.

Prescription medications and eyeglasses should also be included. Books, games, tion and cash should be ready to bring in the event you must leave your home in an emergency.

It is very important that everyone takes whatever steps they can to conserve electricity in order to decrease the risk of a blackout. A blackout, combined with a severe storm, is not a good combination. If everyone takes steps to conserve electricity, it decreases the risk of a blackout. Energy conservation is a good idea year-round. Using energy-saving light bulbs is a good place to start. Turning off and unplugging appliances when they are not used is also a good idea. and are illegal in New York State. Zero-tolerance enforcement will be conducted by the Co-op City Department of Public Safety as well as the New York City Police Department. Barbequing is also not permitted on any of the public areas of Co-op City or on terraces or townhouse patios. Propane tanks are strictly prohibited by the New York City Fire Department in any multiple family dwellings.

During warm fall weather, it is often tempting to take a dip in the ocean.

However, lifeguards are no longer on duty at area beaches. Ocean beaches are particularly dangerous this time of the year due to the effects of offshore tropical storms. The absence of lifeguards, combined with dangerous conditions, can have deadly consequences. Unseasonably warm weather can last well into October, but avoid the temptation of swimming in unguarded beaches.

If you consume alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle.

Phone a friend who did not drink or call an Uber or other ride share service. seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Just a reminder, driving or parking on Riverbay property is a violation of your occupancy agreement and can result in your car being towed and/or a Community Complaint being issued.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity or sent information via our website. Thank you to my loyal readers who take the time out to let me know that you appreciate my articles and offer suggestions for future articles.

Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Do not forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Maintain social distancing and follow the current recommendations from New York City Board of Health and the CDC. Coop City strives to accommodate all persons. Avoid getting into confrontations with neighbors regarding the wearing of masks or vaccination status. Be responsible for yourself, your family and your guests.

Since Tuesday, February 16, 2021, Riverbay Corporation put into effect a new policy regarding the wearing of masks. Non-compliant shareholders who fail or refuse to properly wear masks or face coverings are subject to a $50.00 new Community Complaint received approval from the New York State DHCR (Division of Homes and Community Renewal) due to mandates in effect within New York State. Riverbay Corporation has elected to maintain the mask mandate for the health and safety of cooperators and visitors.

Wearing a mask or face covering is required in the public areas of the buildings including the lobbies, hallways, elevators and laundry rooms. The high volume of persons passing through these locations make it a very important requirement to wear a mask. Wearing a mask is for your safety and the safety of your neighbors and family members. Be sure to instruct all family members and guests of the mask-wearing requirement in Co-op City common areas. This includes work persons and delivery persons. Be Co-op City Strong and wear your mask.

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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 in person at 9:00 a.m. as we celebrate Family and Friends Day and the 44th National Grandparent’s Day. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Masks are required.

The service is also available on Zoom at or Zoom Telephone Conference Line (646) 568-7788. Conference ID 962 343 0102; Password 788175#.

Rev. Williams asks everyone who calls into the Sunday Worship service or Wednesday Bible class using Zoom through your computer or dialing in using the Zoom information shown above.

Mid-Week Bible Study is held on Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and every other Wednesday at 5:00 p.m. using Zoom information shown above.

Prayer Warriors Prayer service is held on Thursdays at noon. Prayer Service is also held on Fridays at 10 a.m.. Friday Evening Prayer service is held at 7:30. can be joined using the Free Call Conference.com Line dial in number, 857-3570254, Access Code is 660065#.

Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center (CCIOC) is have a “Getting 24, (10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.). Don’t wait until too late to make sure your affairs are in order and your wishes are known to your loved ones. Attendance at all three sessions is required. To register or for additional information, call Hattie Lucas at 718-671-8449 or 917-734-5935.

Fall Prevention Forum in October which will discuss methods of fall prevention.

Prior to scheduling this forum, we would like to know the interest for this forum.

Please call Hattie Lucas (718-671-8449) or Ione Foote (347-485-0672) by Sept.

15, if interested in this forum, have questions or require further information.

The church now has a free app, available at your Apple, Android or Google app store. To get the app, put in Co-op CBC. The app is open to all.

Please keep each other in prayer and be wise in your decisions. Please continue to mask-up, practice social distancing and stay safe!

GOD will strengthen us as we continue to travel through this storm. GOD is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1 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.

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