Co-op City Times 09/23/2023

Vol. 58 No. 38

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President’s Report ––––– (Continued from page 1) Hispanics represent 19.1% of the population in the United States or 63.7 million, a growing population. Many people have made enormous contributions to our society, such as judges, lawyers, artists, scientists, civil rights activists, engineers, political liaisons, doctors, nurses, educators, public service advocates, and more.

In our own backyard of Co-op City, we have some notable Latinx trailblazers who give back to the community. Bishop Angelo and Bishop Nancy Rosario have been working tirelessly to bring programs to Co-op City and sit on advisory councils for the betterment of communities. Antonio Codrington, new Commander of the American Legion Co-op City Post 1871, has turned around the American Legion, driving resources and help to our veterans. He was able to secure a grant that will further develop programs for our veterans.

Mr. Codrington is an example of volunteerism improving the quality of life of other veterans. Aida Gonzalez is director of Cultural events for the Spanish American Community Club. This year, the Spanish American Community Club will not have a Heritage event. We hope that next year they will come back to share with the community the many facets of Hispanic Heritage. Ms. Gonzalez will continue to bring tradition, putting together smaller events that will keep traditions alive. Evangelina Gonzalez brings cheer to the sick or solace to the family of the ill or dearly departed, and Lourdes Suarez visits the local nursing home with volunteers to bring a little bit of happiness to these residents. Captain Frankie Torres of the Co-op City Police Department; Captain Torres worked his way up to Captain, driving excellence and engagement to the department.

Other notable Bronxites are Sonia Sotomayor, Supreme Court Justice; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, our Congressional representative for Co-op City; Nathalia Fernandez, State Senator 34th District; Amanda Farias, Councilmember 18th District; and Marjorie Velasquez, Councilmember 13th District.

Our Board Director Leslie Peterson will be having an Art Extravaganza at 1 p.m. at Rivers Run on September 30, 2023. Ms. Peterson has invited a wellknown musician and singer, Juan Ortega, to play and sing in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. Everyone is invited.

Educating our children about their culture keeps traditions ongoing. We should read to them, and teach them about the many contributions our Latinx people have made to society. The Hispanic culture is beautiful and needs to be embraced, by sharing our Heritage and letting everyone know who we are and ZKDW LGHQWL¿HV XV DV +LVSDQLFV I thank everyone who was able to make our Open Board meeting last week.

You heard from our consultant Enpower on the feasibility of EV chargers and Co-op City. A decision will be made by the Board to determine if the program is right for us. There is more to come on this. We heard from our Auditor, our Executive General Manager, the Board, and the community. You heard me mention that Riverbay is changing and that openness and communication will be the focus of the management team. I talked about missed appointments, not giving courtesy calls to our shareholders, or even leaving messages and not getting a phone call back. The emphasis here is that we need to hear from you. Speaking about it amongst yourselves or on Social Media does not help us change what is broken. I encourage you to speak to the Board and speak to Management so we can drive solutions. Getting dates, names, and times of who you are speaking to help us to correct concerns.

I discussed the apathy the community has and poor voting results. We can cast blame at levels, but the fact of the matter is more than 10,000 shareholders did not vote and we have to change the mindset. We certainly need to do better and I am going to champion voting as a necessity. I was not surprised to hear that the Councilmember elections for our district had less than 10,000 people voting in a population of 176,000. This is disappointing even with polls open nine days before the actual election. I discussed making sure that we have a trained staff; holding them accountable is the key to shareholder value. We want a choice of cable services and are working hard to make this happen. We have new entrances and new elevators, but I see how sometimes this is abused.

We need to take great care of our infrastructure so that it takes care of us in years to come. The dog situation is becoming rather tenuous. Those with dogs need to pick up after their dogs along with being responsible for aggressive dogs. Therefore, if you see something, please say something.

Co-op City is an incredible community. I ask you to join a committee, and engage yourselves in order to keep an eye on our precious homes.

If you have any concerns, please reach out to me via email @ Sfeliciano@ riverbayboard.com RU WKURXJK WKH /LDLVRQ¶V 2I¿FH DW %DUWRZ $YHQXH Bronx, NY 10475.

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––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Estimados compañeros accionistas: El Mes de la Herencia Hispana está en pleno apogeo. Durante los próximos 30 días, celebraremos el día de la Herencia Hispana (15 de septiembre – 15 de octubre). En 1968, el Congreso reservó una semana de observancia que se ha ampliado a un mes de celebración. La cultura y la historia de los estadounidenses del Caribe, Centro y Sudamérica, México y España sustentan la existencia histórica de nuestro país.

El tema de este año es Latinos: “Impulsando la prosperidad, el poder y el

progreso en Estados Unidos mientras rendimos homenaje a los avances que han logrado los latinx y al progreso político y económico. Los hispanos han desempeñado un papel esencial en la fortaleza de nuestra nación, ya que nuestra historia no habría sido posible sin la contribución que los hispanos han hecho al tejido mismo de nuestra nación. Esta es una inspiración que reconoce que juntos somos más fuertes. La energía y el poder de nuestros padres, hijos, abuelos y antepasados que enfrentaron muchos desafíos han ayudado a brindarles a los hispanos las oportunidades que tienen hoy. En muchas culturas la familia central es la familia nuclear; sin embargo, el término familia no sólo se extiende a otros miembros de la familia, sino también a los amigos. Vivir en Co-op City me ha brindado y a otros residentes la capacidad de establecer relaciones que valoran la conexión con amigos con los que siempre podemos contar.

Los hispanos representan el 19.1% de la población de los Estados Unidos o 63.7 millones de abitantes, una población que ha cresido. Muchas personas han hecho enormes contribuciones a nuestra sociedad, como jueces, abogados, DUWLVWDV FLHQWt¿FRV DFWLYLVWDV GH GHUHFKRV FLYLOHV LQJHQLHURV HQODFHV SROtWLFRV médicos, enfermeras, educadores, defensores de los servicios públicos y más.

En nuestro propio patio trasero de Co-op City, tenemos algunos pioneros latinx notables que han contribuido enormemente a la comunidad. El obispo Angelo y la obispa Nancy Rosario han estado trabajando incansablemente para llevar programas a Co-op City y forman parte de consejos asesores para el mejoramiento de las comunidades. Antonio Codrington, es el nuevo comandante de la American Legion Co-op City Post 1871, ha majorado el American Legion, impulsando recursos y ayuda a nuestros veteranos. Pudo obtener una subvención que desarrollará aún más programas para nuestros veteranos. El Sr. Codrington es un ejemplo de voluntariado que mejora la calidad de vida de otros veteranos. Aida González, directora de eventos culturales del Club Comunitario Hispano Americano. Este año el Club Comunitario Hispano Americano no tendrá un evento de el día de la Herencia Hispana. Esperamos que el próximo año regresen para compartir con la comunidad las múltiples facetas de este evento. La Sra. González continuará trayendo la tradición, organizando eventos más pequeños que mantendrán vivas las tradiciones. Evangelina González trae alegría a los enfermos o consuelo a la familia de los enfermos que has fallecido. Lourdes Suárez visita el centro de enfermería local con voluntarios para llevar un poco de alegria a estos residentes. El Capitán Frankie Torres del Departamento de Policía de Co-op City ascendió de level hasta convertirse en Capitán impulsando la excelencia y el compromiso con el departamento y la communidad.

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Truman Adds Parent Coordinator, Emerald Fletcher

BY DAVID ROUSH

After many years without a Parent Coordinator, Truman High School welcomed one of its own for the 20232024 school year, as Co-op City resident Emerald Fletcher took on the important role starting in September.

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“She (my mother) was so happy. I have a short commute. I don’t have to go to Manhattan anymore. She knows

NCNW Health Fair Today’s Health Fair, sponsored by the NCNW Co-op City Section, originally scheduled to be held in the Bartow Courtyard, has been moved to Auditorium B in the Dreiser Center, 177 Dreiser Loop, due to expected inclement weather.

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Senator Bailey’s Senior Walk State Senator Jamaal Bailey’s 5th annual Senior Walk will be held on Friday, Oct. 6, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., on the Section 5 Greenway. Following the walk, you are invited to lunch at the Einstein Center, Rm. 45. If applicable, please bring your DFTA ID card for check-in. To RSVP, call (718) 547-8854 or email senatorbailey@ nysenate.gov.

Parent Coordinator Emerald Fletcher helps the family of Emely Carrasco with new registration documents in the Truman Family Welcome Center

“We are thrilled to welcome back Emerald to the Truman family,” says Principal Keri Alfano. “Besides being a phenomenal asset to the school while she was a VWXGHQW KHUH EULQJLQJ (PHUDOG RQ ERDUG LV DOVR D UHÀ HFWLRQ of our commitment to being the high school of choice for our Co-op City neighbors.”

Fletcher, who graduated in 2018, as well as three of her siblings, all attended Truman High School. Her mother, Isabel Fletcher, was also very involved in the school’s Parent Teacher Association.

Farmer’s Market Now Open on Saturdays The Harvest Home Farmer’s Market at Asch Loop & Aldrich Street is now available to Co-op City shareholders not only on Wednesdays, but Saturdays as well, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. The program is available until November 22, 2023. Stop by and support local farmers. For more information, visit www.HarvestHomefm.org.

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Fletcher fields phone calls from parents in her new role.

“There is no other family out there who better represents both Truman and Co-op City than the Fletchers,” according to Media teacher David Roush. “Whether you think about her sister Pearl leading our rockstar girls wrestling team, Emerald helping literally rebuild and reboot our television studio, or their mother Isabel constantly here in

Fletcher during her time as a student in the Media Program Photos by David Roush

how important Truman High School was to me when I was here. This was my second home,” Fletcher says. “I was here after hours, working with teachers, working with other students and just making connections. So I feel this UROH ¿ WV PH DQG VKH PRP IHOW WKH VDPH ZD\ ´ Fletcher went on to talk about some of the goals she’d like to accomplish in her new role. She hopes to engage parents in more activities with the teachers at the school, as well as increase involvement in the PTA. She also hopes to bring more Truman students and staff to events around Co-op City. She says she has already enjoyed interacting with parents as she assisted with enrolling new students.

“I love the vibes that (the job) brings. There was actually a parent I was speaking to. She seemed pretty closed off DW ¿ UVW DQG DIWHU , ¿ QLVKHG GRLQJ DOO RI WKH SDSHUZRUN VKH said, ‘I really enjoy your vibe, and you made this paperwork not as dreadful.’ I think being from Co-op, I know the culture of the community, and I know the ins-andouts,” Fletcher says.

Parents wishing to reach out to Ms. Fletcher via email can do so at HÀ HWFKHU #VFKRROV Q\F JRY (David Roush is the Media teacher at Truman High School. Article and photos reprinted courtesy of Truman High School.)

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Most insurance providers cover the cost of the Covid-19 vaccines, but for adults without health insurance, the CDC’s Bridge Access Program offers free Covid-19 vaccines for adults who do not have a health insurance provider or whose insurance only covers part of the vaccine costs. Individuals LQWHUHVWHG FDQ YLVLW YDFFLQH JRY WR ¿ QG D SDUWLFLSDWLQJ location. Notably, the Bridge Access Program will be available until December 31, 2024.

Children can also receive free Covid-19 vaccines through the Vaccines For Children (VFC) Program, which is a federally funded program designed to provide vaccinations to children who qualify. In New York City, children who are uninsured, whose insurance does not cover the cost of vaccines, who qualify for Medicaid or who are enrolled in Child Health Plus B are eligible for the VFC program.

For individuals unsure about the effectiveness of updated vaccines, the CDC provided some reasons to consider receiving an updated Covid-19 vaccine.

“The virus that causes Covid-19 is always changing, and protection from Covid-19 vaccines declines over time.

Receiving an updated Covid-19 vaccine can restore protection and provide enhanced protection against the variants currently responsible for most infections and hospitalizations in the United States. Last season, those who received a 2022-2023 Covid-19 vaccine saw greater protection against illness and hospitalization than those who did not receive a 2022-2023 vaccine,” the CDC stated.

Additional information on the Covid-19 vaccines available in the U.S. and general guidelines for adults and children to follow can be found online at cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019ncov/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html.

Local data from the NYC Department of Health (NYCDOH) showed that in the 10475 zip code, which incorporates Coop City and Edenwald, 80.52% of people have at least one vaccine dose. Recent data from the NYCDOH also showed that the 10475 zip code had a weekly case rate of 201.23 per 100,000, which is up from 70.02 per 100,000 compared to just a month ago.

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BSA –––– (Continued from page 1) “In its documents, the DOB refers to a Department of City Planning’s November 27, 2019 letter, which was based on a 1948 map as approved by the Board of Estimates on March, 19, 1948…The 1948 map was primarily for establishing the lines and grades of New England Thruway and it involves realignment of several streets bordering the thruway and the elimination of the streets within the thruway. Baychester Avenue was included in that realignment…What was critical in this statement is that the New England Thruway includes its easterly and westerly service roads, and based on that, Baychester is one of those service roads,” Chair Shanda said.

“I further looked at the analysis that’s being provided and DOB also provided the Bronx section map, which is also known as the monument map from April 11, 1948 and from September 17, 1996. These are the maps that are used to measure width, length and grade of map streets. Surveyors rely on these maps to show the boundaries of streets. Both of the maps show Baychester Avenue and New England Thruway as one road…Upon review of the documents provided, I concur with DOB’s assessment…The Bronx section map establishes that the subject’s site butts New England Thruway, an arterial highway, and thus the entire site is located within 200 feet of an arterial highway and the signs located on the subject’s site is contrary to Zoning Resolution Section 32-662. Also, the New York City online street map shows Baychester Avenue as part of the New England Thruway and not as a separate street,” Shanda went on to say.

During the public hearing portion of the review session in May, Baychester Retail III LLC’s legal representative argued that the proposed sign would not be in violation of the zoning resolution because the distance from the New England Thruway’s boundary actually exceeds the necessary amount needed to erect their sign.

David Karnovsky, of Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver and Jacobson LLP, represented Baychester Retail III LLC during the public hearing session and explained the developers’ argument.

“We do not accept that the 1947 and 1948 mapping actions established the boundary of the New England Thruway at our lot line. As shown on the current alteration map, in fact, the New England Thruway is a roadway distinct from Baychester Avenue, such that the appropriate measurement of the 200 foot distance would be taken from the edge of the arterial itself,” Karnovsky said to the BSA. Following the public hearing, BSA Chair Shanda motioned to close the matter and keep the record open until a subsequent hearing. Shareholders who would like to, can submit emailed comments to submit@bsa.nyc.gov to be entered into the record. In the subject line, include “Docket 2022-69A –2022-75-A Bartow Avenue.”

Active Shooter Training for Shareholders The Riverbay Safety Department will host a presentation on what to do in an active shooter situation for shareholders on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, from 6-8 p.m. in Room 31B in Bartow Center.

All shareholders are encouraged to attend.

Co-op City Creatives: Zoraida Williams

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

A Co-op City shareholder engages art as a creative strategy for managing her challenges with depression.

Zoraida Williams, 65, has lived in Section 5 of Co-op City for 23 years, and was a caseworker for the city. She retired last year, which gave her more time to pursue the passion she developed during the COVID-19 quarantine — art. While she enjoyed sewing and painting in her home country of Venezuela, her new medium is distinct in its ability to help with her mental health.

“It helped because when I’m doing the art, I’m not thinking about whatever situation I’m going through,” said Zoraida.

Also known as “Foxy Lady,” Williams uses everything from gems and glue, to sand and rice paper, to decorate objects like bottles, plates, and personal wear. She contributes to the “Found Object” tradition in art by repurposing items which people regard as insignificant, and turning them into unique accessories.

While she does this art almost daily, her husband, Alphonso, does his part by marketing and selling her creations.

Zoraida Williams sees creativity as a “natural outlet [for] so many battles,” and while “depression is something people don’t want to talk about,” she says, “[art] helps a lot.”

If you are a Co-op Creative and would like your work featured in the Co-op City Times, please contact pmcampbell@riverbaycorp.com.

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Voting –––– (Continued from page 1) WKH UHVSHFWLYH %RDUG RI (OHFWLRQ RI¿FH QR ODWHU WKDQ VHYHQ GD\V DIWHU DQ HOHFWLRQ • Legislation (S. 5965-A/A. 4009-A) – Local correctional facilities are required to provide voter registration information to any individuals of voting age being released from a correctional facility.

• Legislation (S. 587/A.268) – The New York Board of Elections is now required to create and implement a training program for poll workers.

• Legislation (S. 1733-A/A.5180-A) – This legislation requires local boards of education, Board of Cooperative Educational Services, public schools and charter schools to implement policies that spread awareness on voter registration and pre-registration.

• Legislation (S. 7550/A. 7690) – This legislation schedules the Presidential Primary for April 2, 2024.

• Legislation (S. 350/A. 5874) – Constitutional challenges to election cases are prohibited from “forum shopping,” or, in other words, choosing a court that would provide the most favorable outcome.

• Legislation (S. 438/A. 928) – During presidential elections, individuals chosen as members of the Electoral College cannot vote for any presidential candidates who did not receive the majority of the votes within New York. Any members of the Electoral College who do not follow those stipulations will be forced to resign.

Governor Hochul touched on the overall reasoning behind the latest voting rights legislation earlier this week.

“By safeguarding the integrity of our electoral process and ensuring equal access to the ballot box, we empower every New Yorker to have their voice heard,” the governor said. “New York State remains committed to strengthening our democratic process, championing the right to vote for every citizen and cementing our place as a national leader on voting rights.”

State Senator Jamaal Bailey detailed the importance of Legislation (S. 5965A/A. 4009-A), which requires local correctional facilities to provide voter registration information to individuals of voting age being released.

“While our state has made tremendous progress to improve ballot access, we must still confront the existing barriers that prevent individuals from fully participating in the democratic process and using the power of their vote,” said Senator Bailey. “By ensuring that justice-involved New Yorkers are informed about their voting rights, this legislation is a critical step towards ending the disenfranchisement of formerly incarcerated individuals and rectifying systemic injustices that have disproportionately marginalized Black and Brown communities.”

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In Memoriam Miriam Nelly Mercado Sunrise October 27, 1940 – Sunset August 30, 2023 It is with heavy hearts we had to say goodbye to one of our longtime friend and neighbor Mrs. Miriam Nelly Mercado. Mrs. Mercado, born on October 27, 1940 in Mayaquez, Puerto Rico, came to New York at the age of six years old with her parents.

Miriam was married to Santos Mercado for 59 years, until his passing in April 2020. Both were faithful members of the Spanish Christian Church in Harlem for many years.

Miriam moved to Co-op City in 1978 with her family; her husband, mother and three children; two daughters and a son, ranging in ages from Miriam Nelly Mercado eight to seventeen years old.

During Miriam’s life, she enjoyed helping others. She worked as a companion at Bay Park Center Home & Rehabilitation, currently known as Pinnacle Nursing Home, located on Co-op City Boulevard, and as a companion and child care provider through the Foundling Home. Additionally, she provided childcare services to many children in Building 25 and throughout the community.

In bittersweet fashion, Miriam spent three months in Pinnacle Nursing and Rehabilitation until she passed on August 30, 2023. The staff provided her with the utmost care and compassion until the very end.

0LULDP ZDV D QXUWXULQJ NLQG VHOÀHVV VRXO DQG ZDV ORYHG E\ PDQ\ LQ DQG around the community. She is survived by her three children, Abby, Roland and Alice; and her grandsons, Nicholas and Anthony.

The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to all those who supported them during their time of grief.

–Wanda Bailey

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Department of Public Safety Urges Cooperators to Call Public Safety for Dog and Traffic Violations

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety reminds residents that under most circumstances dogs are not permitted within the premises of Co-op City.

Service animals, dogs required for medically approved conditions and other special situations are exceptions to Co-op City’s “Dog Free” rules. The Department of Public Safety works with the community to identify households which are in violation of Co-op City’s rules.

Co-op City is a high-rise, multi-family cooperative, which houses approximately 55,000 residents. In order to provide residents with the high quality of life synonymous with Co-op City, it is not possible to permit unauthorized dogs within the complex. Even visiting dogs are not permitted.

Dogs can present health and safety concerns, which potentially threaten the well-being of our residents of all ages.

Concerned residents who hear excessively loud dogs within an apartment are urged to call the Department of Public Safety 718-671-3050 immediately.

Callers may remain anonymous when calling. Please be sure to give all required information including the location of the suspected dog to the dispatcher prior to hanging up the phone. A caller’s identity is never revealed to the offender even when information is provided.

Public Safety Blotter September 10 – September 16, 2023 September 10, 2023 known individual removing her 2035 Bartow Avenue clothes from the laundry dryer withCCPD responded to a call of a out her permission.

SK\VLFDO ¿ JKW LQVLGH RI WKH 'XQNLQ¶ 100 Alcott Place Donuts establishment. Upon arrivA cooperator reported her conal, CCPD observed a suspect with a ¿ UPHG GHOLYHUHG SDFNDJH ZDV UH combat-style knife, which the suspect moved from in front of her neighused to threaten an employee. The bor’s apartment door without her suspect, who is a cooperator, was permission. immediately arrested by CCPD. The 600 Baychester Avenue Dunkin’ Donuts’ employee suffered A cooperator reported returning minor injuries and refused medical to her parked vehicle and noticing aid from EMS. The arrested suspect that the rear passenger window was was also issued a Community Com- smashed by an unknown individual. plaint for Anti-Social Behavior.

2037 Bartow Avenue 140 Carver Loop An employee from the Beauty A cooperator reported that a con- Supply establishment reported an ¿ UPHG GHOLYHUHG SDFNDJH ZDV UH unknown individual removing items moved from the mailboxes in the from the shelves and exiting the eslobby by an unknown individual tablishment without paying, then without his permission. À HHLQJ LQ DQ XQNQRZQ GLUHFWLRQ September 11, 2023 September 15, 2023 99 Einstein Loop 900 Baychester Avenue A cooperator reported that he re$ FRRSHUDWRU UHSRUWHG D FRQ¿ UPHG turned to his parked vehicle inside delivered package was signed for by of Garage 7 and observed that the another individual without her perfront driver’s side tire was slashed mission. The cooperator is unable to by an unknown individual. locate the individual.

120 DeKruif Place 99 Einstein Loop A cooperator reported a conA cooperator reported parking his ¿ UPHG GHOLYHUHG SDFNDJH ZDV UH vehicle on the blacktop at Garage 7 moved from in front of her apart- and upon his return, he observed that ment door by an unknown individual the back passenger side door locks without her permission. were removed from his vehicle by September 12, 2023 an unknown individual without his 2440 Hunter Avenue permission.

CCPD responded to a call of shots 900 Baychester Avenue ¿ UHG DQG HQJDJHG D VXVSHFW ZKR UH A non-resident who entered the fused to stop when challenged. After building reported being punched a brief foot chase, the CCPD Patrol about the face and body by an inSergeant tackled the suspect. A re- dividual who proceeded to remove FHQWO\ ¿ UHG ORDGHG KDQGJXQ ZLWK D SHUVRQDO LWHPV IURP KHU EHIRUH À HH high capacity magazine was recov- ing the scene. The incident is under ered from the suspect. The suspect, investigation. who is a cooperator, was arrested September 16, 2023 and processed by Public Safety Of100 Donizetti Place ¿ FHUV DW WKH ORFDO SUHFLQFW 1<3'¶V CCPD responded to a call of a doevidence collection unit responded mestic dispute. The dispute became to process the crime scene and to physical where the suspects were insecure ballistic evidence. The inves- jured and both suspects, who are cotigation is ongoing. operators, were placed under arrest September 14, 2023 and processed for assault. Both coop2440 Hunter Avenue erators were also issued Community A cooperator reported an un- Complaints for Anti-Social Behavior.

3XEOLF 6DIHW\ RI¿ FHUV DUH GLVSDWFKHG RXW WR WKH ORFDWLRQ WR LQYHVWLJDWH WKH complaint. Various means of detection are utilized as part of the investigation SURFHVV 7KH\ DUH XVHG DV SDUW RI URXWLQH EXLOGLQJ VZHHSV DV ZHOO DV DW VSHFL¿ F locations where unlawful dogs are reported to be harbored. Cooperators should never confront or question persons observed to be in possession of dogs. Call Public Safety immediately and allow us to take proper action.

Once it is detected that there is an unauthorized dog within an apartment, a Co-op City Community Complaint is issued. The violation code for harboring a dog within an apartment is Code “Z” which states, “Keeping or harboring dogs or any animals deemed potentially harmful to the health and safety of othHUV ´ 9LRODWLRQV RI &RGH ³=´ FDUU\ D ¿ QH RI +DYLQJ D GRJ ZLWKLQ D &R RS City apartment is a violation of the Riverbay Occupany rules and regulations which states, “No dogs or other animals of any kind shall be kept or harbored in the leased premises.” $IWHU D &RPPXQLW\ &RPSODLQW LV LVVXHG WKH &RRSHUDWRU 6HUYLFH 2I¿ FH works with the Legal Department to ensure that the offending dog is removed from the premises. Quality of life violations are taken very seriously by Riverbay Corporation. Even authorized dogs are not permitted to make excessive noise in the apartment or damage Co-op City property. With the exception of seeing-eye dogs, owners must clean up after their dogs. ,Q RWKHU VDIHW\ QHZV EH VXUH WR REH\ WUDI¿ F DQG VDIHW\ UXOHV ZKLOH RSHUDWLQJ or parking a motor vehicle. Our garages have plenty of spaces, so please utilize them as opposed to blocking the roadways. Vehicles illegally blocking driveways and roadways will be ticketed and towed at the owner’s expense.

The Bartow Mall has a two-hour limit for parking in its lot. Vehicles in violation of the two-hour limit will be towed. Share the road safely with bicycles, skaters and pedestrians. Bicyclists should give pedestrians the same level of courtesy they expect from motorists.

This winter has unpredictable weather. It may be warm and clear one day and cold with freezing rain or snow the next day. Die-hard cyclists ride in all weather. As an automobile driver, you must use caution regarding cyclists.

If you plan to consume alcoholic beverages, be sure not to operate a motor vehicle, designate a driver who will not drink or call a ride share service. Also, be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving.

Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at 718-671-3050. Call Public Safety if you suspect one of your neighbors has an unauthorized dog within their apartment.

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. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

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President’s Report –––– (Continued from page 2) Otros residentes notables del Bronx son Sonia Sotomayor, jueza de la Corte Suprema; Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, nuestra representante del Congreso del Co-op City; Nathalia Fernández, senadora estatal del distrito 34; Amanda Farias, concejal del distrito 18, y Marjorie Velásquez, concejal del distrito 13.

La directora de nuestra junta, Leslie Peterson, tendrá un espectáculo de arte a la 1 p.m. en Rivers Run el 30 de septiembre del 2023. La Sra. Peterson invitó a un conocido músico y cantante, Juan Ortega, que va a tocar y cantar en honor al mes de la Herencia Hispana. Todos están invitados.

Educando a nuestros hijos sobre su cultura mantiene las tradiciones vigentes. Deberíamos leerles y enseñarles sobre las muchas contribuciones que nuestro pueblo latino ha hecho a la sociedad. La cultura hispana es hermosa y necesita ser adoptada, compartiendo nuestra Herencia y haciendo que todos VHSDQ TXLpQHV VRPRV \ TXp QRV LGHQWL¿FD FRPR KLVSDQRV Agradezco a todos los que pudieron asistir a nuestra Reunión Abierta de la junta directiva la semana pasada. Escucharon a nuestro consultor Enpower sobre la viabilidad de los cargadores de vehículos eléctricos en Co-op City.

La Junta tomará una decisión para determinar si el programa es adecuado para nosotros. Hay más por venir sobre esto. Escuchamos a nuestro Auditor, nuestro Gerente General Ejecutivo, la Junta y la comunidad. Mencione que Riverbay está cambiando y que la apertura y la comunicación serán el foco del equipo directivo. Hablé de citas perdidas, de no hacer llamadas de cortesía a nuestros accionistas, o incluso de dejar mensajes y no recibir una llamada telefónica. El énfasis aquí es que necesitamos saber de usted. Hablar de ello entre vosotros o en las Redes Sociales no nos ayuda a cambiar lo que está roto. Los animo a hablar con la Junta y con la Gerencia para que podamos impulsar soluciones.

Obtener fechas, nombres y horas con quién usted está hablando nos ayudara a corregir inquietudes.

Hablé de la apatía que tiene la comunidad y los malos resultados de la votación. Podemos echar culpas a varios niveles, pero la cuestión es que más de 10,000 accionistas no ejercierón su derecho al votar para la junta de directores. Tenemos que cambiar la mentalidad. Ciertamente necesitamos hacerlo mejor y voy a defender que la votación es una necesidad. No me sorprendió escuchar que en las elecciones para concejales de nuestro distrito votaron menos de 10,000 personas en una población de 176,000. Esto es decepcionante incluso con las urnas abiertas nueve días antes de las elecciones reales. Hablé de asegurarnos de que tengamos un personal capacitado que los haga responsables como clave para el valor para los accionistas. Queremos una variedad de servicios de cable y estamos trabajando arduamente para que esto suceda. Tenemos nuevas entradas y nuevos ascensores, pero a veces veo que no cuidan lo que han pagado con sus gastos de transporte. Necesitamos cuidar mucho nuestra infraestructura para que ella nos cuide a nosotros en los próximos años. La situación de los perros se está volviendose bastante delicada. Aquellos con perros deben recoger los excrementos de sus perros y ser responsables de los perros agresivos. Allí, si ves algo, por favor di algo.

Co-op City es una comunidad increíble. Les pido que se unan a un comité y se comprometan a vigilar nuestros preciosos ogares.

Si tiene alguna inquietud, comuníquese conmigo por correo electrónico @ 6IHOLFLDQR#ULYHUED\ERDUG FRP R D WUDYpV GH OD 2¿FLQD GH (QODFH DO %DUtow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

Somos accionistas primero – Nosotros importamos.

Stay connected, Co-op City!

Be sure to check the Riverbay Crawler daily (ch. 12 on 0$79 DQG FK RQ $OWLFH IRU XSGDWHV DQG LQIRUPDWLRQ Shareholders who are not signed up for Phone Tree alerts are encouraged to do so as soon as possible. Phone Tree alerts SURYLGH LPSRUWDQW QRWL¿FDWLRQV SHUWLQHQW WR WKH &R RS &LW\ community. The application to sign up for Phone Tree alerts can be found on the Resources page under “CSO” on the website, coopcity.com.

Seniors who would like to sign up with CCPD’s RUOK program for a daily telecheck can use the application on the CCPD page on the website.

In addition to the Co-op City Times and the Riverbay &UDZOHU VWD\ WXQHG DOVR WR 5LYHU\ED\¶V RI¿FLDO Facebook page, Co-op City Riverbay, and to the Co-op City Times and CCPD X (formerly Twitter accounts, @coopcitytimes and @ CCPDnyc, respectively, as well as the Community Relations newsletter.

Baychester Library Mud Kitchen

The Baychester Library holds Mud Kitchen Classes and Read-Aloud for children up to five years old every Wednesday, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., through November 8, 2023 on the green area between the library patio and the sidewalk. According to research cited by the library, mud contains bacteria that produce the chemical serotonin in the brain, which leads to a feeling of well-being.

Mud play also encourages sensory stimulation.

These classes are free but space is limited. Children should wear appropriate clothing for outdoor play.

Photos by Tamira King

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Importance of Open Board Meetings For those of you who commit to reading our Co-op City Times newspaper, you are well aware that I, and several other Directors, have not contributed articles for basically the entire summer. Nonetheless, I have continued to operate as a Board Director in attending scheduled meetings with members of our Management team, thus ensuring that important issues affecting our quality-of-life issues are advocated for.

I want to thank all of the cooperators who came out to attend last week’s (Sept. 13th) Open Board meeting in the Dreiser Auditorium, especially those of you who stayed until adjournment. Board members actually ended our business somewhere around 1:00 a.m.

I am adamant about the enforcement of Resolution 23-01, our Move-In/Move-Out policy. The strict adherence to the Resolution is the Corporation’s (shareholders) best defense against illegal subletting, the protection of all shareholders and our property.

Shareholders, resident cooperators and especially RXU &&3' RI¿ FHUV DUH RXU ¿ UVW OLQH RI GHIHQVH LQ upholding our rules.

Likewise, I would like to ask all cooperators to consider meeting your food delivery person who may be making deliveries by e-Bikes in your building’s lobby. Bringing their lithium-ion battery into our buildings and on our elevators is not permitted. The consequences for doing so could be catastrophic.

The Importance of Open Board Meetings Back on March 8th, Director Lynette Wright’s Resolution #23-11, “Open Board Meetings,” was voted on and passed by the Board. While the worded content of the Resolution speaks to Board meetings being in compliance with the “amended New York Private Housing Finance Law (amended law) that became effective a year earlier (March 22, 2022), the purposeful intent of Resolution #23-11 is to ensure that residents may witness the events taking place within our Business and Open Board meetings in-person, or by Riverbay closed circuit TV (channel 591, Altice; and channel 12, MATV).

The amended law provides for Housing Companies to hold a minimum of four Board meetings annually, and that such meetings must be open to the shareholders. Our Board, more often than not, meets twice a month. While the number of Open Board meetings complete with Gallery Sessions will probably not increase, requiring that “all” Board meetings be open to shareholders, which in our case, are televised. Since shareholders are only permitted to speak at our Open Board meeting’s “Gallery Session,” viewing by television should be totally acceptable.

The alternative is a lack of transparency.

The only exception to the amended law – Executive Session. Executive Sessions are asked for in RUGHU WR GLVFXVV WKH PRVW FRQ¿ GHQWLDO EXVLQHVV RI WKH Corp., at which point, only Board members and our legal counsel are permitted in the room. Management (with the possible exception of the Executive General Manager) is not present during Executive Sessions.

In my opinion, there should be an Open Board meeting every month, with a Gallery Session for shareholders at the very beginning of the meeting.

That’s the manner in which our Riverbay Board conducted business before the turn of the century. It was good practice then – I believe that it would be good policy today.

What You See & Hear The most important part of transparency in Board meetings is that everyone is able to get a better understanding of the mindset of both the Board and Management when important decisions are being discussed, then voted on.

Transparency during Board meetings allows for cooperators to judge for themselves whether or not the majority of the board is in sync with the shareholders we represent. In my opinion, if a Director is uncomfortable with that, maybe they are sitting in the wrong seat!

Perfect example – at the June 28th meeting of the

Board, Director Anika Green-Watson and I presented what we believed to be compelling arguments for adjustment to Resolution #23-32. While the majority of the Board voted to pass Resolution #23-32, cooperators were afforded the opportunity of hearing divergent viewpoints.

For several years now, I have contended that allowing Management, consultants, or agents acting on behalf of the Corp. to make multi-million-dollar contractual presentations to the Board, with less than an hour to decide the Resolution’s passage, defeat, or tabling is, in my opinion, contrary to smart decision making. There are more Directors who feel the same way, however, a change in direction has been slow to materialize.

Similarly, during last week’s Open Board Meeting, a presentation was made by the En-Power Group, proposing that the Board of Directors vote to approve a grant from ConEd for the installation of some 24 Level 2 Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers in all eight of our garages.

My initial response Wednesday evening was to question the logistical issues associated with the reqXLVLWLRQLQJ RI SDUNLQJ VSDFHV VSHFL¿ FDOO\ IURP Garages #2, 7, & 8. I have equally pressing concerns as they relate to the timing of the presentation and the

fact that the Board is being asked to make a decision on a proposal of this magnitude within 15-days of its presentation. I have other concerns that will be addressed (including but not limited to the cost to cooperators for charging their EV’s) at a meeting that has to be forthcoming within the next few days.

About The Annual Shareholder’s Meeting That Wasn’t Referencing the Sept. 13th Open Board Meeting again, there was a question raised by a shareholder questioning the halt to the 2023 Annual Shareholder’s Meeting, a.k.a. the Riverbay Board Elections.

Getting into a back & forth about who said what at this particular point in time would be counter-productive. Having said that, I would strongly suggest that those who are inclined to hear the truth – read the truth.

The precise reason that the 2023 Riverbay Board Elections/Annual Shareholder’s Meeting was not allowed to be continued as it has been the practice since the 2015 cycle, was clearly printed in the June 17th edition of the Co-op City Times by the eight members of the Board who voted “Not to Extend 2023 Election.”

Thank you for reading my viewpoint. I can always be reached at rsaunders@riverbayboard.com

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Building 25 Association

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Wishing all neighbors born in September a happy birthday, and for those of you who are under the weather, we hope you get better soon. For any of our neighbors who have recently lost a loved one, our heartfelt prayers go out to you.

Our next Building Association Mmeeting will be held Tuesday, October 17, at 7:30 p.m. Look for detailed information posted near elevators as we get closer to the meeting date. Remember, residents of Building 25 can always address any comments or concerns by logging onto our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com. If anyone has problems contacting the building email address, please let us know.

We will close with the following: “Without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community.” –Anthony J. D’Angelo ––Wanda Bailey

Hello, neighbors. We trust all is well. Please remain cautious, many people are getting sick with a cold or recurring sneezing, etc. Keep wearing your masks and avoid crowds, if possible. The schools are open; we wish our kids, VWXGHQWV DQG VWDI¿QJ D JRRG DQG VDIH VFKRRO WHUP HYHU\ZKHUH Elevator – The elevator was repaired by the target date of September 15 and ZH DUH JODG DERXW LW :LWK ÀRRUV FRQVWDQW WUDI¿F DQG PDQ\ GHOLYHULHV ZH made it during the days with one elevator.

Open Board Meeting – An Open Board meeting was held on September 13 at the Dreiser Center. If there is a concern about dogs in an apartment, it should be brought to the attention of CSO. CSO and the Legal department have a list of every person who has legal license to have an animal in their apartment. CSO can investigate and action must be taken within 90 days. So many questions asked and concerns expressed over the annual voting of the Board of Directors, and a perceived constant ratio of eight versus seven votes on policies amongst the Directors. In my opinion, politics has no place in the governing of the shareholders and their livelihood.

NYC DCAS – Citywide Administrative Services. To check the status of an exam or the list of upcoming Civil Service exams, call 212-669-1357 to ask questions to get the proper information.

Thefts Spiking – Chief Riley of Co-op City Public Safety is reminding the shareholders to be vigilant, to have your packages delivered to a more secure location, use an on-site or a delivery drop site location. This year, Amazon began the pilot locker programs, which are installed behind the triple-core buildings. Depending on how well the locker boxes are utilized, Amazon could expand the service to the Chevron and Tower buildings as well.

Happy birthday to all celebrating this month. We continue to offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the families who lost loved ones. We wish all the best of health and safety. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 and she will gladly acknowledge your birthday by sending you a card; she is excellent at sharing goodwill. Also notify her of any illness, or if a neighbor has become deceased or transferred to a nursing home.

“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” –Coretta Scott King ––H. Overman

Building 18 Association

Hi, neighbors.

Summer is almost over and fall is in the air, arriving on September 23. We hope that all had an enjoyable and safe summer with family and friends. To all the amazing attendees of the FDNY CPR Hands Only Training, we give a heartfelt thank you. Your enthusiasm and positive energy contributed greatly to the success of the event. We are grateful for your presence and hope to see you at our next gathering.

Our General Meeting is scheduled for September 26. Our guest speaker is Lynda E. Morfe, Outreach & Digital Coordinator of Neighborhood Shop. If you are in need of senior and caregiver support, this meeting is for you. All are invited, including new move-ins. Pease keep in mind that all meetings are scheduled with you in mind. This is the start of a new year in our meeting calendar which runs from September to June so let us go big and increase our attendance. Let us hear your suggestions, your concerns and your complaints.

There is always room for improvement. Tell us what you want. Remember our Building 18 motto: “Together, We Can Make A Difference.” Meetings are held in the Association Room in the back of building under the portico at 7:00 p.m.

We always have 50/50 drawing and refreshments are served.

To all with that special day this month, happy birthday. Enjoy it to the highest and be safe.

To the bereaved families, we give our deepest sympathies. To the sick and homebound, we pray that your health is restored to your norm as quickly as possible.

Please remain alert and if you see something, say something.

––Gertie Brown

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.

General Membership Zoom Meeting – Sunday, September 24, at 3:00 p.m.

Meeting ID: 859 4804 4440. Passcode: 4440740. Call-in: 646-558-8656.

Become a Licensed Electrician: The Joint Apprentice Committee will accept letters sent by registered mail requesting Apprentice Electrician Application addressed to: -RLQW $SSUHQWLFH &RPPLWWHH 3RVW 2I¿FH %R[ &ROOHJH 3RLQW New York 11356-0249. Postmark must not be earlier than October 16 and no later than October 27.

87th NAACP NYS Conference Convention – October 6-8 and is being held at the Long Island Marriott branch. Delegates will be attending.

NAACP 50th Anniversary Gala – Sunday, October 15, from 4-9 p.m. at Scavello’s on the Island in City Island. This year’s theme: “Black Resistance,” focuses on the resistance of historic and ongoing oppression in all forms for Black Americans.

In this tumultuous political and legal climate, the NAACP is as relevant today as when it was founded 114 years ago, and it continues to advance its sacred mission — to achieve equity, political rights, and social inclusion by advancing policies and practices that expand human and civil rights, eliminate discrimination, and accelerate the well-being, education, and economic security of Black people and all persons of color. The ticket cost is $125 per person.

6HSWHPEHU RI¿FH KRXUV 0RQGD\ :HGQHVGD\ IURP D P S P DW Einstein Loop Community Center, Room 36. In recognition of the years in this community, we have a 50th Anniversary Commemorative Pin. You can purchase yours now for $20 each. For tickets, membership or to place a journal ad to commemorate this event, call: Brenda Brown, 718-671-3748, Terry Gavin, 917-5875057, or go to: Facebook: Co-op City NAACP. On behalf of the Co-op City Branch, we thank you for your time, commitment and support. If you have any questions or require additional information, please FDOO %UHQGD %URZQ DW RU QDPHV RQ WKH À\HU /HVOLH 3HWHUVRQ -DFqueline Mason or Tracy Overton or send an email to: naacpcoopbb@yahoo.com.

Tickets are non-refundable.

Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP – Become a member, gift a membership or upgrade your membership. Join the NAACP to help us do the work. We march to defend democracy. Take your advocacy further by joining LQ WKH ¿JKW IRU RXU VDFUHG ULJKW WR YRWH $QQXDO $GXOW <RXWK 6LOYHU Life: $750. Make checks/money orders payable to: NAACP Co-op City. Mail to: NAACP Co-op City, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 36, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. To leave a message, call the RI¿FH DW or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com.

––Brenda Brown

Building 26 Association Welcoming Fall with Exciting Upcoming Events As summer gradually gives way to the colorful embrace of the fall season, Building 26 Association is excited to welcome our neighbors with a series of lively events. Whether you are looking to engage in our community discussions, break a sweat, hunt for hidden treasures or celebrate Halloween with your little ones, there is something for everyone. Read on to discover what is in store: Thirsty Thursday Zumba Night – Postponed – New Date TBA. We will kick things off with a lively and invigorating Thirsty Thursday Zumba Night.

While mother nature may have postponed our initial plans, we are actively working on securing a new date for this high-energy event. Stay tuned for upGDWHV DQG JHW UHDG\ WR GDQFH \RXU ZD\ LQWR IDOO ¿WQHVV First General Building Meeting – Tuesday, September 26, 7 p.m. Community involvement is at the heart of what we do. On September 26, join us for RXU ¿UVW *HQHUDO EXLOGLQJ 0PHHWLQJ DW S P DW RXU FRPPRQ URRP LQ %XLOGLQJ 26B. It is an excellent opportunity to voice your opinions, share your ideas and connect with your fellow neighbors. Together, we can shape the future of Building 26.

Fall Flea Market Festival – October 21, 12-5 p.m.

Come discover some of your holiday gifts or hidden treasures at our fall Flea Market Festival. Mark your calendars for October 21 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and come explore DQ DUUD\ RI XQLTXH ¿QGV ,I \RX DUH LQWHUHVWHG LQ EHLQJ D vendor and hosting a table for just $20, please contact us as soon as possible as space will be limited.

Trick and Treats Halloween Party – October 28, 12-3 p.m. Halloween is just around the corner and Building 26 Association has a special treat in store for our youngest residents (ages 12 and under). On Saturday, October 28, join us for the Trick and Treats Halloween Party, exclusively for Building 26’s youth. This event promises fun, games, and, of course, treats. Space is limited to ensure everyone has a “spooktacular” time, so do not forget RSVP. We will be serving Happy Meals for the children and light refreshments for guardians.

Contact Us for Inquiries and Registration We want to make sure you have all the information you need to make the most of these upcoming events. If you have any inquiries or wish to register for any of the events mentioned above, do not hesitate to get in touch. You can reach us via email at CoopcityTA26@gmail.com or leave a voice message or text at 860-821-0475.

As we usher in the fall season, Building 26 Association remains committed to fostering a vibrant, connected and engaged community. Join us for these exciting events and let us make this fall a season to remember. Stay tuned for updates at the lobbies’ bulletin boards.

—Tanya Cruz-Cooke

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Let’s Talk About This (Again) Good Day, Co-op City, After an August break, the Board of Directors is back in session. It started off with an Open Board meeting on September 13th. Unfortunately, I was unable to attend and converse with \RX LQ SHUVRQ GXH WR D FRQÀ LFW LQ VFKHGXOH +RZ ever, I have been told by a few attendees that my name was mentioned during the meeting followed by inaccurate information regarding the 2022-2023 Board of Directors’ election cycle. Although I do not enjoy getting involved with childish, albeit predictable, intra-Board nonsensical squabbles that are all too frequent, I do feel the need to provide factual information to those who read my viewpoints especially when I was not there to defend my name.

Moving forward, my energy when writing viewpoints will be as they have been prior: transparent and solution-focused. With that said, since an appetizer of alternative facts was provided last week, I’ll be giving an entrée of truth with receipts.

On Tuesday, May 30th, 2023, the Election Committee met, as we did every Tuesday from April, to discuss the voting proximity to reaching quorum and what we could do to increase voting at that point with a looming deadline of June 7th.

We collectively did not feel convinced that we FRXOG DFKLHYH WKH WRWDO RI YRWHV E\ WKH ¿ UVW extension deadline. As a result, we decided that an extension is needed. After multi-day dispute with the Board’s legal counsel over whether a resolution to extend was needed, even though it was clearly outlined in the election rules, I wrote the resolution myself on Sunday, June 3rd, submitted to legal counsel as per Board protocol, and demanded that it be brought to the Board for review under an emergency resolution (Note: all emergency resolutions must be submitted within 72 hours for Board review). The night of June 7th, Emergency Resolution 23-30 was presented. I provided statistics on its comparison to last year’s election timeframe DQG FRQ¿ GHQFH LQ DFKLHYLQJ TXRUXP EDVHG RQ SDVW

trends if the extension were to be granted. As per the front page of the Co-op City Times (Saturday, June 10th, 2023 edition), “Resolution 23-30, seconded by [former] Director Jacqueline Smith, was approved by [six] Board directors: Daryl Johnson, Leslie Peterson, Rod Saunders, Jacqueline Smith, Anika Green-Watson, and Lynette Wright, and disapproved by eight directors: Monique Coleman, Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Kevin Lambright, Andrea Leslie, Michelle Marbury, Bishop Angelo Rosario and Claudia [turns to page 2] Sampson.

Director Leah Richardson was absent.” With the Emergency Resolution not passing as eight directors voted “No,” this effectively ended the election on June 9th at 11:59 p.m., where quorum was short only 199 votes.

The following week (Saturday, June 17th, 2023 edition, page 12), the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing sponsored an ad titled, “Board Directors Who Voted Not to Extend 2023 Election” with pictures of Kevin Lambright, Michelle Marbury, Monique Coleman, Sonia Feliciano, Claudia Sampson, Bishop [Angelo] Rosario, Andrea Leslie, and Bernard Cylich. Within the ad, it states, “Emergency Resolution #23-30 recommended extending the election another 14 days, it didn’t pass.” With WKLV YHU\ SXEOLF DQG FOHDU DGPLVVLRQ LW LV GLI¿ FXOW to understand why someone would indicate that I stopped the election when others have already taken responsibility for it in the form of a $300+ full page, color ad. I have already written and explained that I didn’t agree with ending it. Although past performance is not an indicator of current outcomes, I was blindsided when the resolution failed.

One essential question that I think many of you are asking is, “What happens now?” Because we did not meet quorum in 2023, last year’s incumbents will remain in their positions for one more year until it is up for re-election in May 2024. To me, this is unfortunate, only because the additional term year wasn’t earned by voting shareholder; it was claimed when an extension was denied. In

my opinion, if an incumbent is voted in by the shareholders in 2024, assuming we make quorum, they will have earned the two remaining years of the term. If they lose the seat, the predecessor will only have a two-year term instead of the guaranteed three due to the stoppage. It also means, again, LQ P\ RSLQLRQ WKDW WKHUH DUH ¿ YH UHJXODUO\ VFKHG uled seats that you will also be tasked on which to vote, in addition to Director Mary Pearson who will need to run next year to complete the unexpired term of the Director she replaced. Confusing? I’m sure. What this essentially boils down to is voting could be for more than two-thirds of the Board in one year, for a total of 11 positions. This would bring many problems to the forefront: How many candidates will we have? Who earns what position and how do we determine how many years they will have should an incumbent lose their seat?

Our previous election contracts have only allowed for a maximum of ten candidates. How will the increased candidacies impact the budget? All the candidates are expected to write weekly articles in the paper during the election season. How will this expand the Co-op City Times’ budget with additional text and advertising? What does the past year mean for the stability of the Board?

At this point, I don’t believe that anyone has the answers to these questions, which is troubling as WKLV LV RQH PRUH ¿ UH WR SXW RXW LQ WKH IRUHVW WKDW LV DOUHDG\ ¿ OOHG ZLWK WKHP , DP DOVR H[WUHPHO\ curious as to what all my colleagues are planning to increase voting engagement and avoid another catastrophic year. Prior to her departure, former director, Jacqueline Smith, had proposed a bi-annual community engagement fair, with a goal of highlighting all community groups at once and to reacquaint seasoned and new shareholders with active community groups. Activities like this are just a small start in the progress that we need to reestablish the connected community that we claim we are. I look forward to seeing future engagement plans between now and April 2024.

Donizetti Building 4 Association Dear shareholders, Donizetti Building 4 Association has been on hiatus for the summer months.

However, out of sight does not mean out of mind. Our Association members successfully planned a series of monthly events during the summer. Our goal was to promote a renewed sense of community.

Below is a list of activities conducted during that period: % 2023 Graduation Celebration on Fri., June 30, 2023 % Annual Ice Cream Social, Sat., July 15, 2023 % 2nd Annual Building BBQ, Sat., Aug. 19, 2023 % School Supply Distribution, Sat., Sept. 26, 2023 We resumed regular General Monthly meetings on Thursday, September 14, at 7 p.m.

Our Assistant Executive General Manager of Co-op City, Mr. Cary Smith III, was scheduled to be our guest speaker. Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond his control, he will have to re-schedule for a later date. Hopefully, when he reschedules, he will be able to answer any concerns that you might have as a shareholder as well as note suggestions you might wish to see implemented in our community. Please, feel free to submit both questions and suggestions in writing to one of your Donizetti building board members. We will see that all concerns are forwarded to the appropriate departments for consideration.

It is important that we all take an active role in our community.

So, if you See Something, Say Something. Please continue to look out for both yourself and your neighbors. We all have a vested interest in the success of our community.

—Dawn L. Mitchell

Above are some of the shareholders who enjoyed the Summer festivities.

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African-American Association of Co-op City

Building 8 Association

AAACC Meeting & Events September 24: Tomorrow, in-person, Room 15, 177 Dreiser Loop, 2nd Floor – General Meeting and Swearing-In of new board, 3 p.m. All are welcomed to attend.

October 15: General Meeting, 3 p.m.

November 19: General Meeting, 3 p.m.

December 9: Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration (with The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations) The AAACC sponsors the following programs for your participation: Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson – Contact: Xonia, 646-301-9438.

Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon – Contact: Cynthia, 917-903-7073.

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.

History: The African-American Association of Co-op City’s name emerged in 1989 from former incarnations, called the Afro-American Club of Co-op &LW\ WKH $IULFDQ $PHULFDQ &DXFXV DQG WKH %ODFN &DXFXV ZLWK WKH ¿UVW EHLQJ formed circa 1970.

Mission Statement: The intention of the African-American Association of Co-op City is to elevate the inhabitants of the community to their greatest potential. To serve and offer cooperative economics standards by meeting the ¿QDQFLDO QHHGV RI WKH FRPPXQLW\ DQG VXSSRUWLQJ HDFK RWKHU 7R SURYLGH FXOWXUal awareness, training classes, programs, educational scholarships, and social activities for the young and seasoned. To take these ideals to the next level by creating a smart community, taking advantage of technological advances that will allow the next generations to compete in an ever-changing society.

Join the African-American Association of Co-op City Remember: Membership is only $15/year for a single membership and only $25/year for your household. You can Zelle us your payment to become a member using our email address. Email: aaaccpower@gmail.com. Call us at: 929-430-3255. The African American Association of Co-op City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475.

“Each one of us multiplied by all of us equals a force for good.”

––Michelle Marbury

Hoping everyone is enjoying their summer season. However, the fall is about to come, so we have been thinking about the holidays and new decorations for the lobby. We would like to have donations and we are requesting about $300 to purchase new decorations to refresh the look of our lobby. The tentative date for this collection is set for Saturday, October 21, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Laundry Room Etiquette: 1. It is not sanitary to sort your clothes in the laundry cart.

2. Please do not leave your clothes for a long period of time in the washers and dryers.

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4. Powder detergent should be placed inside the washing machine on top of the dirty clothes.

5. Please keep the laundry room bathroom door closed for safety reasons.

We have asked Riverbay to put up the necessary signs in the laundry room to assist shareholders on do’s and don’ts in laundry room.

Join the Building 8 Facebook page to discuss the lobby door security and safety.

Stay safe!

––Azalea McDavid

Caregivers Outreach Mentorship Empowerment September is suicidal prevention.

How many informative facts do you know about suicide awareness? Are you ready to take on the challenge? Grab a pencil and paper and answer the questions below. Remember, it is okay if you do not get everything correct; this quiz aims not only to test your knowledge but to help you gain more insight into suicide awareness.

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1: Suicides are highest among male Black Americans, at 37.4%, according to the CDC in 2020.

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4: LGBTQIA youth are more than four times as likely to attempt suicide than their peers.

5: Between 2007 and 2018, the suicide rate among those 10 to 24 years of age increased by nearly 60%, according to the CDC. True or false?

Here are the answers to the above questions. 1. False. 2. True 3. False 4.

True 5. True While most of us assume that asking a loved one about suicidality can increase suicidal tendencies, several studies have found that questions about suicide do not increase potential suicidality. In fact, doing so could actually save a life. If someone shares their suicidal thoughts with you, you may feel a lot of SUHVVXUH WR UHVSRQG ³FRUUHFWO\ ´ EXW ¿UVW DQG IRUHPRVW UHPHPEHU WKH IDFW WKDW they shared this with you is a positive thing, and you now have the opportunity to help. Sometimes, you just need to hear (or share) the right words.

Here are a few quotes that will inspire, give hope and give strength to those in need of a listening ear and help.

“When you are tempted to give up, your breakthrough is probably just around the corner.” –Joyce Meyer “No matter what happens or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.” –Maya Angelou Please know that asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you are in a crisis, please dial 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. ,I \RX DUH ORRNLQJ IRU SURIHVVLRQDO KHOS RU ORRNLQJ IRU VSHFL¿F VXSSRUW ZH encourage you to use GoodGood’s Mental Health Resources Guide: goodgoodgood.co/articles/mental-health-resources. You can also text “HOME” to 741-741 to instantly connect with a trained crisis counselor, 24/7, for free.

New York Psychotherapy Counseling Center (NYPCC) provides services to children, adolescents, and adults throughout the NYC area. They are open seven days a week, early morning and late evening appointments are available in addition to Telehealth visits in the comfort of your home. Their contact number is 718-485-2100.

––Diane Cooper

National Council of Negro Women Health & Wellness Fair – It is not too late for you to attend our Health & Wellness Fair today, Saturday, September 23, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center Outdoor Courtyard, located at 2049 Bartow Avenue $VFK /RRS VLGH 3ODQ WR FRPH DQG ¿QG RXW LQIRUPDWLRQ UHJDUGLQJ WKH VWDWH RI your health. Topics include health screenings, blood pressure, diabetes, HIV testing, vaccination station, massage, men’s health, CPR training, Zen relaxation, Yoga demonstration, Zumba exercise, dental van and much more. There ZLOO EH IUHH UDIÀHV D 79 JLYHDZD\ DQ ³$&´ FRROLQJ WRZHU JLYHDZD\ DQG IUHH healthy snack bags. The entire program is free and open to the public!

NCNW Co-op City Section – Some of our members attended Councilman Kevin C. Riley’s Summer Sounds Block Party Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop on Saturday, September 16, from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Laconia Avenue. We took part in celebrating the Bronx, home of the world-renowned music genre known as Hip Hop. The weather was perfect, and a good time was had by all.

NCNW National – NCNW Legal Counsel Janice Mathis received an Impact Award at the Toyota HBCU New York Classic for her years of work on behalf of NCNW supporting and uplifting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) on September 16. Ms. Mathis is one of six honorees, including billionaire philanthropist Robert Smith, who paid the student loans of the 2020 graduating class of Morehouse College. The goal of the Impact Awards is to acknowledge and Top: Candacie Daniels & Shade honor individuals, organizations, corpo- )UHHODQG DW &RXQFLOPDQ 5LOH\¶V +LS rations and movements that have notably +RS FHOHEUDWLRQ DQG SRVLWLYHO\ LQÀXHQFHG +%&8V DQG WKH Bottom Left: Janice Mathis empowerment of the African American Bottom Right: NCNW Co-op City at MetLife Stadium community.

The HBCU Impact Awards is one event of the Toyota HBCU New York &ODVVLF D ¿YH GD\ FHOHEUDWLRQ RI +%&8 FXOWXUH DQG FRPPXQLW\ DFWLYLWLHV WKDW culminated in a matchup between two HBCU football teams at MetLife Stadium. Celebrating all the tradition and pageantry of the HBCU game day experience, the event culminated with an epic match-up between Morehouse College and Albany State University.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month – How can you recognize warning signs when someone is at risk of suicide and what steps can you take?

Call 911, if danger for self-harm seems imminent.

Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline to talk to a caring professional.

Ask the person if they are thinking about killing themselves. This will not put the idea into their head or make it more likely that they will attempt suicide.

Listen without judging and show you care.

Remove any objects that could be used in a suicide attempt.

Risk is greater if there is new behavior such as talking about being a burden to others, feeling hopeless or having no reason to live, of feeling trapped, increasing the use of alcohol or drugs, displaying extreme mood swings.

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––Joyce Howard

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Velocity Track Club God is good! 10 years and going strong! Velocity Track Club New York was founded in January of 2013 by Diana Kendall, Edith Tolbert, Tanya Ingram and Winston Dinkins. Velocity started with approximately seven chilGUHQ :LQVWRQ 'LQNLQV VHUYLQJ DV WKH FRDFK DQG 'LDQD (GLWK DQG 7DQ\D ¿OOLQJ all day-to-day responsibilities. Ten years later, we have approximately 50 chilGUHQ VL[ 86$7) /HYHO &HUWL¿HG &RDFKHV DQG VL[ VWDII PHPEHUV Velocity Track Club developed approximately 39 National Champions, several All-American Athletes, earned educational grants from the Colgate WomHQ¶V *DPHV DQG WUDYHOHG WR RYHU VWDWHV IRU KLJK SUR¿OH WUDFN PHHWV ,Q DGGLtion, we helped keep hundreds of athletes off the streets and on the track where many have gone off to college and become productive citizens. We brought SDUHQWV DQG FKLOGUHQ FORVHU WRJHWKHU WKURXJK WKHLU LQYROYHPHQW LQ WUDFN DQG ¿HOG

On Saturday, September 16, Velocity Track Club New York had its 10year anniversary banquet at the lovely Einstein Community Center in Co-op City. All athletes who trained and competed during the year earned trophies to represent the hard work and dedication they put into the sport. Six athletes received trophies for the following dedication: Most Valuable Player (Shyenne Blake and Zorion Narcisse-Brown. Most Improved Player (Serenity Cruz and Bryce Hickman) and Most Promising New Athlete (Malia McKenzie and Tyler Jean-Francois). Furthermore, the following athletes were awarded sweatshirts from Coach Gordan for practicing with him during the pandemic (Shyenne, Ryann, Pierce, Dallis, Cameron, Savanna M., and Adeyemi). Two of the Velocity staff members (pictured at right) Renee Parker (2021 – 2022) and Devora Joseph (2022 – 2023) received a customized Blue Diamond Cut Acrylic for the Volunteer of the Year award. Michelle Sajous was also honored with the award for her support of Velocity Track Club for 10 years. We were blessed by guest speaker Miles Lewis. Miles is a professional track DQG ¿HOG DWKOHWH FRDFK DQG $OO $PHULFDQ ZKR FRPSHWHG in the Grand Prix, Milrose Games and made it to the World Championships.

He is currently the record holder in the 60-meter dash for Puerto Rico. We were grateful to receive his time where he poured his knowledge and experience of WUDFN DQG ¿HOG LQWR RXU \RXQJ DGXOWV ,W ZDV DQ RYHUDOO DZHVRPH HYHQW DQG ZH thank everyone who came out to support.

If anyone is interested in joining our beloved team, we will be having an orientation next week. Please feel free to contact me via phone, 914-441-6196, or email WATCLT@aol.com. After next week, will not be accepting any new children to join the team until next September of 2024.

––Coach Winston Dinkins

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Section Five Association The Section 5 Association hopes all in Section 5 are doing well. Please stay vigilant; there are new subvariants. Covid-19 is on the rise again. Keep wearing your masks when around crowds.

Garage 7 – Two to three windows are busted out in Garage 7 on the Hutchinson Parkway East side behind the bus stop. They have been broken all summer.

A neighbor stated she called it in and the windows have not been repaired. I contacted Board President Sonia Feliciano, who is great in responding to one’s concerns. As a result, Cary Smith, Assistant Executive General Manager, indicated he will look into the issue.

Metro North – There was a request from the Bronx Borough President’s RI¿FH IRU D PHHWLQJ WR GLVFXVV WKH 0HWUR 1RUWK 3URMHFW WKDW ZLOO LPSDFW RXU FRPmunity and particularly Section 5. The virtual meeting was arranged by Executive General Manager Marvin Walton and included Juton M. Horstman, Director of Planning and Development, and Tom Lucania, Senior Advisor to Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson. Also included were some Co-op City shareholders to share their views, concerns and suggestions about how the project will DIIHFW WUDI¿F RQ WKH +XWFKLQVRQ 3DUNZD\ ,W ZDV DOVR QRWHG WKH 6HFWLRQ +XWFKLQVRQ 3DUNZD\ (DVW LV D VLQJOH WUDI¿F lane going south and north. It is the only accessible route entering and exiting Section 5. School buses and parents driving in, dropping off and picking up children, use it. Double parking is a safety issue. It was suggested that the station and parking be constructed on the other side of the tracks. Mr. Horstman stated KLV RI¿FH ZLOO PHHW ZLWK DOO DJHQFLHV LQYROYHG DQG &RPPXQLW\ %RDUG WR determine how these issues will be addressed.

Spread the Save Ramp C Word AOC (our CD14 Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez) dropped by the Section Five Association table at the Section 5 Community Fair and got a Ramp C earful.

Ramp C will be swept away permanently if we GRQ¶W ¿JKW IRU LW Convince everyone you know that losing Ramp C, the road Section 5 takes to Palmer Ave. – from the zoo, from the beach, from City Island – is a big deal. Ramp C is not just a road to a road; it’s a road into our community.

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• Losing Ramp C would inconvenience and endanger the more than 10,000 people who live and work in Section 5.

• Destroying Ramp C works against Project X731.27’s goal.

• Ramp C’s destruction would sabotage future railroad platform access.

If all this matters to you, speak up! Surely the DOT and our legislators want to make the project work for us, not against us. Let those in charge know how you feel. Contact: Angela Salibi of DOT, 917-885-1008, nysdotregion11communityliaison@dot.ny.gov; Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, (718) 320-2220, benedettom@nyassembly.gov; Senator Jamaal Bailey, (718) 547-8854, bailey@nysenate.gov.; and AOC, 718-662-5970, rep.aoc@mail.house.gov.

––H. Overman

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Rivers Run Community Garden

Building 6 Association

5LYHUV 5XQ &RPPXQLW\ *DUGHQ LV JHDULQJ XS IRU LWV DQQXDO &UHDWLYLW\ ([SR featuring crafting workshops, music for Hispanic Heritage Month by Juan OrWHJD DQG PRUH 7KHUH LV IXQ IRU WKH ZKROH IDPLO\ 7KLV SXEOLF HYHQW DQG PRUH DUH VXSSRUWHG LQ SDUW E\ SXEOLF IXQGV IURP WKH 1HZ <RUN &LW\ 'HSDUWPHQW RI Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council and the Bronx Council RQ WKH $UWV &LWL]HQV &RPPLWWHH IRU 1<& DQG IURP &RXQFLOPDQ .HYLQ 5LOH\ 5LYHUV 5XQ &RPPXQLW\ *DUGHQ LV D SODFH ZKHUH ZH JURZ IUXLWV YHJHWDEOHV NQRZOHGJH DQG IULHQGVKLSV 7KH *DUGHQ LV D PRYHPHQW WRZDUGV LPSURYHG PHQtal and physical health for all who come. We provide workshops including nuWULWLRQ PHGLWDWLRQ HGLEOH DQG PHGLFLQDO ZLOGV LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ SODQWLQJ EXLOGLQJ DQG FUDIWLQJ VR SOHDVH XVH WKLV FROXPQ WR FKHFN RQ XSFRPLQJ HYHQWV 7KH *DUGHQ is an outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares and residents of different abilities. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit. Stay. Experience us.

Upcoming at the Garden: Saturday, Sept. 30 ± $UW ([WUDYDJDQ]D DW 1 p.m.

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Please mail your dues to Gail Sharbaan, 100 Casals Pl #32K, Bronx, NY 10475. ,I \RX ZRXOG OLNH WR UHDFK RXW WR XV SOHDVH HPDLO XV DW 5LYHUVBUXQ#\DKRR FRP RU FDOO 'HQLVH 6KHOOH\ DW RU PH *DLO 6KDUEDDQ DW 7RJHWKHU ZH JURZ ––Gail Sharbaan

Greetings, to all my fellow Co-op City shareholders.

I would like to introduce myself as the newly elected president of the Building 6 Association, Lauren K. Lassiter. I was elected on August 6 alongside Ms. Melvienne Gillard as vice president, Ms. Charity Simon as treasurer, and Mrs. /XPDUL &RULDQR DV VHFUHWDU\ :H KDG RYHU SHRSOH LQ DWWHQGDQFH LQ 5RRP RI 'UHLVHU 6LQFH HOHFWHG ZH KDYH DOUHDG\ KDG D %DFN WR 6FKRRO VXSSO\ JLYHaway on September 14 where we serviced over 30 children. Hopefully with our hard work ethic, innovative ideas, implementing kindness and integrity, this multi-generational team can bring this building back to the space that we know and have loved for over 40 years. :H KDYH D VSHFLDO 0HHW DQG *UHHW RQ 6HSWHPEHU LQ 'UHLVHU WR JLYH D thank you to all our neighbors for the support in this summer’s election. In the LQWHULP , DP DVNLQJ DOO UHVLGHQWV RI %XLOGLQJ WR YROXQWHHU WR EH D ÀRRU FDSWDLQ DQG ¿OO XS WKH FRPPLWWHHV :H SODQ WR EULQJ IXQ IDPLO\ HYHQWV DQG FROODERUDWH with the remaining buildings in the cul-de-sac for events that have not been done in decades. I am inspired, I am activated and I am ready to work! Please FRQWDFW PH RU 0DGDPHPLVND#JPDLO FRP Until next time, I pray for everyone safety and wellness. God speed.

––Lauren K. Lassiter

Broun Place Townhouse Association %URXQ 3ODFH 7RZQKRXVH $VVRFLDWLRQ QRWHV D IXQ FRLQFLGHQFH LQ QXPEHUV happening, the next article is for Saturday, September 23, year 2023. :H VHQG RXU EHVW ZLVKHV IRU /¶6KDQD 7RYD WR HYHU\RQH IRU 5RVK +DVKDQDK Happy New Year. Next, we remember Yom Kippur, the day of atonement, the highest holy day on the Jewish calendar for Jewish people. Cleansing the soul is the mission of Yom Kippur.

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7KH 'UHLVHU $XGLWRULXP IRU WKH 2SHQ %RDUG PHHWLQJ RQ :HGQHVGD\ ZDV full. However, there is something that needs work as far as “speaking time PDQDJHPHQW ´ 0RUH DWWHQWLRQ LV QHHGHG WR REVHUYH WLPH OLPLWDWLRQV %\ WKH time Gallery time was up, many of the people who had signed up to speak had left; maybe that says something about the importance of what they had to say but also, they got tired and left.

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Neighbors, keep aware of your surroundings, and with schools open, look out for children and the elderly crossing streets. For news on Co-op City, read the Co-op City Times.

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Lifeguard Jobs for Youth 15 Plus NYC Parks Lifeguard program will begin qualifying tests this winter for summer 2024. If you are 15 years old and interested in working as a lifeguard at NYC’s beaches and pools next summer, you can train for a position, JHW FHUWL¿HG OHDUQ &35 ¿UVW DLG DQG UHVFXH WHFKQLTXHV 7KHVH SRVLWLRQV SD\ $20/hr. For more information, be sure to visit https://www.nycgovparks.org/ opportunities/jobs/lifeguards.

Building 21 Association Greetings, 21er’s!

The next 21 Association Meeting will be held via Zoom at 7 p.m. on October 26, 2023. Join in by going to: www.21WatchParty.com, on your mobile/ cellular phone or your computer, laptop or tablet.

Back-to-School, Back-Drop Event! Hey there, 21’ers! We reported to you last week that from Monday, September 11-15, we surprised Building 21er’s and anyRQH SDVVLQJ WKURXJK WKH % VHFWLRQ RI WKH %XLOGLQJ ZLWK D ³%DFN 7R 6FKRRO 'URS´ in the lobby. We invited everyone to take a picture by the back-drop and share it to 21association@gmail.com. See page 16 in this CC Times edition to see our )XWXUH $FKLHYHUV 7KLV LV XV GRLQJ RXU SDUW PRWLYDWH RXU IXWXUH GRFWRUV WHFKQLFDO engineers, cyber security engineers, Olympians, civic leaders and entrepreneurs.

We hope other buildings will follow suit and copy us on this effort to stimulate and incentivize our children to do great things through learning. Many thanks to shareholder Ms. Comfort B. of Building 21 for a great idea and a beautiful job.

Always stay plugged in – Find a group or organization that suits you. Join the African-American Association of Co-op City, or the Spanish American Club, the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing or one of the numerous clubs and organizations of this community and always stay plugged in to your Building Association. Information on these groups can be found in this periodical each week. )ORRU &DSWDLQV RQ HDFK ÀRRU ± ,Q (YHU\ %XLOGLQJ (YHU\ ÀRRU RI HYHU\ EXLOGLQJ VKRXOG KDYH DVVLJQHG )ORRU &DSWDLQV ,I \RX KDYH QRW YROXQWHHUHG IRU \RXU RZQ ÀRRU LWV WLPH All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows: 1. Contact Numbers IRU \RXU ÀRRU RQO\ ± /LVW DOO HPHUJHQF\ FRQWDFW numbers and distribute to each neighbor 2. Co-op City Times – 3ODFH DW HDFK DSDUWPHQW GRRU GHOLYHUHG 6DWXUGD\V 3. Elevator Notices – 5HDG WKHP DQG WDON WR \RXU QHLJKERUV DERXW WKHP 4. Promote – Meetings, clubs and gatherings 5. Encourage Your Neighbors to: • Pick up after themselves when they PDNH D PHVV LQ RXU KDOOZD\V DQG OREELHV 0DNH FDOOV WR WKH 5LYHUED\ RI¿FHV 6HFXULW\ &62 RI¿FHV 7KDW¶V DOO ZH DVN 7KDW¶V LW ,I \RX KDYH TXHVWLRQV UHJDUGLQJ 7KH $VVRFLDWLRQ, you have three ways of gaining information. Email: 21association@gmail.com. Call: 347.504.1821.

Attend the monthly general meetings via Zoom YLGHR FRQIHUHQFH IRXUWK 7KXUVday of every month. Everyone from all buildings plan to come and join us at Building 21. Bring a friend. %OHVVHG <RP .LSSXU ± *¶PDU &KDWLPDK 7RYDK DQG +DSS\ +LVSDQLF +HULtage Month!

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Co-op City Times / September 23, 2023 'LUHFWRU¶V 9LHZSRLQW

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Cooperatively and to the Best of My Ability Thanks so much, dear neighbors, for last week’s sweet “welcome back.” I’ll do what I can, even when “can’t” seems more likely.

In my year away from the Board, my focus shifted to the just shy of one-third of our community south and to the right of the other 71% of us. For the time being, for the sake of the entirety of Co-op City, Section 5’s where my focus remains.

We’re under siege down here. A plan based on a dozen-year-old survey has been set in motion. Left XQFKHFNHG LQMXU\ ZLOO ¿ UVW KLW 6HFWLRQ EHIRUH eventually injuring the rest of Co-op City. I am, of course, referring to the Bruckner-Hutch Mobility Improvement Project X731.27.

There is no actual Bruckner-Hutch location in this project. There’s the I-95/Bruckner/New England Expressway mess at Pelham Parkway and the halted work at the Hutch at Bartow. (If anyone knows what’s happening there, they’re not saying.)

Regardless, left unchecked, it’s “Time for Some 7UDI¿ F 3UREOHPV LQ )RUW /HH´ ² &R RS &LW\ VW\OH ,W¶OO KLW 6HFWLRQ ¿ UVW EXW SDUDO\]LQJ WUDI¿ F ZLOO soon creep up to Sections 4, 3, 2, 1, thanks to certain facets of Project X. The most damaging facet – the threatened removal of Ramp C. We only have three roads into Section 5. We can’t afford to lose one. That any plan anywhere would be set in motion that would take access away from a community as isolated as Section 5 is not just unconscionable, it’s downright criminal, in my opinion. Just look what happened on May 15th when the Jeep and the school bus collided at Einstein Loop North and the Hutchinson River Parkway East, aka HRPE, aka Section 5’s only thru-road. The accident happened in the afternoon and it took until 1:00 a.m. to totally clear.

Without Ramp C, we’re left with I-95 (albeit from both directions) and the one-lane-in Bartow Ave. The removal of Ramp C would inconvenience, further isolate, and endanger the more than 10,000 people who live and work within the 1/4 of a square mile that is Section 5. Herculean efforts must be taken to make sure such a situation never, ever comes to be.

The road that had no name until it was time to kill it, the road Project X is determined to destroy, was here before any of us. It’s part of the fabric of Section 5. Ramp C is not a road to a road, it’s a road to our community. Ramp C is not an attachment to, it’s a part of the community as a whole; a community that must stay whole. Ramp C is our lifeline when all else fails, and all else often fails on Bronx roadways.

“Oh, but you can still get home.”

What an infuriating response! Yes. The Hutch North/Palmer Ave. split will still be reachable by I-95N’s exit 9, but will be remarkably more dif¿ FXOW WR PDQHXYHU 7KH ROG IDU ULJKW ODQH RI , will have to wrestle with the new farther right, single entry, extra-packed 4th-lane in order to reach Palmer.

Imagine the rush hour BxM7’s and Bx2354321’s moving right while the 4th-laners move left. Once Ramp C is closed, former Ramp C users would be forced into the mega ramp that feeds into that 4th-lane (making the 4th-lane extra-packed).

Ramp C is the part of the project that already DOOHYLDWHV WUDI¿ F EHWZHHQ , ¶V H[LWV % DQG ± which is the primary goal of Project X. Restricted, meaning it would no longer be a conduit to I-95N, 5DPS & ZRXOG FRQWLQXH WR IXO¿ OO WKDW WUDI¿ F UH ducing role without interfering with the Hutch N/ Palmer merge, as it has successfully done for 60 years.

If our ramp is destroyed, former Ramp C users transplanted to the new 4th-lane must forge ahead to Palmer Ave., all the while thinking of the good old days – the good old days when Ramp C also

took them to Palmer Ave. – from the beach, from the zoo, from City Island – but without having to deal with I-95N at all.

We in Section 5 (with the exception of the short-sighted) refuse to entrust our well-being to WKH ZKLP RI WUDI¿ F :H DUH GHWHUPLQHG WR ¿ JKW WKH GHVWUXFWLRQ RI 5DPS & HVSHFLDOO\ VLQFH D TXLFN ¿ [ LV HQWLUHO\ GRDEOH $QG VLQFH ¿ [LQJ WKH ODQH PHUJ ing problem would take nothing more than paint, signage, and the will to do it, it’s clear this is more WKDQ D WUDI¿ F LVVXH Ramp C is part of a larger issue, a land-swap issue, an Alienation of Parkland rule, a parkland SD\EDFN GHDO WKDW ZRXOG VDFUL¿ FH RXU OLIHOLQH WR serve as a substitution for parkland destroyed by other parts of the project. :KDW ZLOO EH RXU UHPHG\ IRU WKH LQÀ LFWLRQ FDXVHG

by Project X? Section 5’s thousands of residents and workers UHIXVH WR EH VDFUL¿ FLDO ODPEV :H ZLOO QRW VDFUL¿ FH our time, our peace of mind, our safety, and our future convenience for a stubborn adherence to a

À DZHG SODQ :H UHTXLUH DQG GHPDQG D ZDLYHU I’m tap dancing as fast as I can, continuously on the look-out for a loophole, and hoping for common sense to rain down upon the land.

I have several solid dance partners but we can’t ¿ JKW WKLV DORQH First, we need to save Ramp C, and then we need more. We need a decent left-turn lane instead of the hairpin turn-around on Pelham Parkway. And then we need the big ones: maintained south of the tracks access to the coming railroad station and the sister ramp to the completed, long-ago planned Hutch/Bartow entry/exit pair.

The time is now. Section 5 is counting on all RI &R RS &LW\ WR OHW RXU HOHFWHG RI¿ FLDOV NQRZ MXVW how much we want what we want and need what we need. We need to tell them as if in one voice to make it so!

Take care, everybody. Nice to be back. (I get to write more words! Yay!) Reach me at MPearson@RiverbayBoard.com or

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Co-op City Times / September 23, 2023

Building 23 Association

Black Forum

Hello, shareholders and friends. Welcome to autumn! We say so long to summer and the many visits and activities we participated in with family and friends. We pray that this autumn season brings peace, safe and happiness to everyone.

We appreciate your continued support and welcome your participation.

Check our Association’s bulletin board in our lobby, by the elevator for upcoming Bldg. 23 Association meetings and events. Also, please continue to alert our Bldg. 23 president (929-732-4132) about your concerns/issues.

Call our CSO group (718-320-3300) so that you can be directed to the proper department to address and resolve your issue/s as well. Remember to read your Co-op City Times newspapers that are placed in your lobby each Saturday, or you can access the newspaper/s online each week for your convenience. Keep LQIRUPHG E\ UHDGLQJ SRVWHG EXOOHWLQV RQ \RXU ÀRRU DQG OREE\ ERDUG %OGJ $VVRFLDWLRQ KHOG RXU ¿UVW PHHWLQJ RQ 7XHVGD\ HYHQLQJ 6HSWHPEHU 12th, after our return from summer recess. Our guest speakers were Mrs. Julesa Grimes, JASA case manager; and Mr. Marvin Walton, Riverbay Executive General Manager. We appreciated both guests for coming out and sharing with our shareholders the importance of keeping informed, participating, and staying engaged with the “Shared Vision” that will assist shareholders to continue to keep our community viable, sustainable and safe. Mrs. Julesa shared with shareholders the many services JASA offers to our residents. You can go online, www. jasa.org call JASA, 718-320-2066, for additional detailed information on these various programs.

• Bldg. 23 Association held our Back-to-School giveaway on Friday, Sept. 15.

• Our Bldg. 23 inspection was completed on Wed., Sept. 13. We thank Mr. Warren Mitchell and his Riverbay team for working with our team in identifying areas that required action and following Bldg. 23 Association Back-toup to ensure issues were addressed timely.

School giveaway, Fri., Sept. 15 Things to Know: • Bldg. 23 presents our 2nd Association Fundraiser. NYS DMV Driving Class on Saturday, October 14. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location: Bldg. 23 Association Room. Price is $50. To register, call 929-732-4123. (Limited seats available.)

• Join us each Saturday morning from 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. for 30-minute “Self Care Sessions.” Location: Dreiser Loop conference room. Call 929-7324132 for more information.

• Annual CPR Training every Spring (April or May), 2024.

• More information to follow about Zoom hybrid & virtual meetings.

• 7KDQNV WR WKRVH WKDW KDYH YROXQWHHUHG WR EHFRPH ÀRRU FDSWDLQV :H ZLOO KDYH D JHQHUDO LQWURGXFWLRQ WR UHYLHZ WKH GXWLHV RI D ÀRRU FDSWDLQ • Remember our Association Room is available to use for social and educational events.

When we see something, say something. This is our community, and we want to keep it safe. Well wishes to the sick and shut-in. Condolences to those who have lost loved ones.

––Betty Smith

Emergency Food Pantry 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (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 4-6 clean shopping bags with a handle and a shopping cart. Please do not bring black shopping bags, since they pose a health hazard. We require guests to wear masks when visiting the pantry.

Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from 11:00 D P S P 5HOLJLRXV DI¿OLDWLRQ LV QRW QHFHVVDU\ WR UHFHLYH IRRG Produce Distribution On September 26, we will distribute fresh vegetables & fruits. No monthly pick-ups will be made on that day (9/26/23). No exceptions. Five to six strong bags, your 2023 yellow pantry card, and a sizable shopping cart are required.

Please remain behind your cart once you join the line. You will have to go to the back of the line if you are not present when the staff collects pantry cards.

Farmer’s Market Coupons Black Forum has concluded the distribution of Senior Farmer’s Market coupons for 2023. We do not anticipate receiving any more until 2024. Use the vouchers by November 30, 2023 at any participating Farmer’s Market in NY. Coupon recipients can call 311 for those locations.

We appreciate everyone who provided photos of their fresh produce purchases or meals they made with coupons-purchased products. Bring them on!

The Department of Agriculture and Markets will receive the photos. We want to show the DOA how important these vouchers are to senior citizens. Promoting an increase in the coupons’ face value is the goal. Please text images to 929-464-5520 or send them to coopcityblackforum@gmail.com.

Mohegan Sun Casino Trip (Sold Out) Please be on time and keep in mind the seat number that has already been assigned to you. We’ll be able to get on the road sooner if everyone does this.

At 8:00 a.m., passengers departing from 920 Baychester Avenue board. At 8:20 a.m., passengers departing from 2049 Asch Loop (in the library’s rear) are boarding. At 8:40 a.m., passengers are boarding at 135 Einstein Loop (outside Einstein Loop Community Center). Anyone who shows up after the bus has left will forfeit their payment. :H YDOXH \RXU VXSSRUW LQ LWV HQWLUHW\ :LWK WKH KHOS RI DOO WULS SUR¿WV ZH feed the community through the Black Forum Emergency Food Pantry. Please know that through your support, we are able to feed many Co-op City families, adults, and seniors.

Contact Us: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com ––D. Illis

Building 33 Association Good day, shareholders.

President’s Report – Our next Building Association meeting will be on Thursday, September 28, at 7 p.m. We are scheduling the meeting at 7 p.m.

KRSLQJ PRUH VKDUHKROGHUV ZLOO EH DEOH WR VDFUL¿FH RQH GD\ D PRQWK WR GLVFXVV the issues going on with the building. The agenda will include building dues, how we are planning to use the money we collect, and ways to get more shareKROGHUV LQYROYHG OLNH SRWOXFN GLQQHUV JDPH QLJKWV D ÀHD PDUNHW DQG PD\EH cake sales. So, come down and give us your input. This is your building. Let us ¿JXUH RXW KRZ WR PDNH LW EHWWHU Environmental Issues The number one issue is shareholders allowing their dogs to urinate under the portico of the building! Are you paying attention to the smell under there?

Teach your dog to do its business further away from the building. If it is a smaller dog, pick it up and carry it to another area so we can get rid of that smell. This is not your own personal property, we all have to live in harmony here together! And that situation is not fair to the rest of us.

Second, the garbage pails around the building are not for the boxes you are disposing of. Are you comfortable with the way that looks? You should not be!

Again, you are not living here alone, break down the boxes and put them down in the pail where they are not seen, or put them in the basement, please! We care about how the outside area looks around the building, and so should you.

Third, Riverbay is going to start cleaning around the buildings after they VSUD\HG WR NLOO WKH 6SRWWHG /DQWHUQÀLHV $ VKDUHKROGHU FRPSODLQHG DERXW WKDW situation at the Open Board meeting and something will be done.

Lastly, a shareholder complained because the other night people were hanging around the steps of the shopping center right next to the bus stop. That is

The deadline for submitting club articles is Mondays at 5 p.m.

¿QH EXW GLG \RX KDYH WR OHDYH \RXU JDUEDJH WKHUH" :K\ FRXOG \RX QRW SXW ZKDW you did not want in the garbage? This is the stuff we cannot understand. This is your neighborhood. Why would you want it to look like that? We must get it together people, we must.

Thank You – We would like to thank the shareholders who attended our building meetings and the Open Board meetings. It helps the community when you come and discuss your issues and ways to get Co-op City to a better place.

We had a good turn-out but it could have been better. A community this large and around 2% attending is not good. If you want change, it has to be demanded and who is going to really pay attention when 2% of the community attends the meetings?

Upcoming Events – Please read the Co-op City Times on everything happening in the community.

Personal Note – To all our neighbors experiencing sickness or loss, our prayers include you.

Take care now and walk good.

––Andrea D. Mayo

MetroCard Bus 7KH 0HWUR&DUG %XV YLVLWV &R RS &LW\ HYHU\ ¿UVW DQG WKLUG 7KXUVGD\ RI WKH month. The bus only makes one stop in Co-op City: between 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. by the Bartow Mall on Co-op City Boulevard.

Some services offered by the bus are: • Help with reduced-fare applications • Transfer MetroCard balances (both full fare and reduced-fare) • Exchange a damaged reduced-fare MetroCard for a temporary replacement • Report a lost/stolen reduced-fare MetroCard • Help with any MetroCard-related issues For more MetroCard information, please visit new.mta.info/fares.

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Co-op City Times / September 23, 2023

Building 13 Association

Building 10 Association

Yom Kippur 2023 (the Day of Atonement): September 24–25 is the holiest day of the year and is the last day to atone our sins of the Ten Days of Repentance. Yom Kippur begins at sundown on Sunday, September 24, 2023 and ends at nightfall on Monday, September 25, 2023. This day is traditionally observed with a 25-hour period of fasting and intensive prayer. Have a good holy day.

Health and Wellness Fair sponsored by the NCNW is being held today, Saturday, September 23, 2023 from 1:00-5:00 p.m. at Bartow Community Center Courtyard.

Reminder: Building 13 Association September Meeting: Our invited guest for the new season is Riverbay Executive General Manager, Mr. Marvin / :DOWRQ LQ SHUVRQ +H KDV FRQ¿UPHG DQG ZH KDYH VHFXUHG WKH GDWH IRU RXU meet and greet on Tuesday, September 26, 2023 in the Association Room at 7:00 p.m. This will be an opportunity you do not want to miss. Our September monthly meeting will be held in the Association Room. If you are a new shareholder, we will show you the location of the room, outside the rear door and to the right.

We want our new Executive Manager to know we are concerned about our homes, our building structure and the overall well-being of our community.

If ever there was a time to take a few minutes from your busy schedule and express your concerns, this is the time.

Shareholders often stop me and have questions and concerns about why certain things are done, they have suggestions about how things should be handled and sometimes have compliments they want to express. Here is your opportunity to make sure you have a say in the community in a more private setting, a chance to speak to someone who can make a difference. As we usually do, we will send reminder emails to those addresses we have and calls to numbers we have. To provide your email address see the contact information below.

We are considering resuming our Women Keeping it Real sessions so remember to read articles in the Co-op City Times and check our bulletin board located in the lobby for updates and events happening in our building and throughout our community.

Reminder: Electrician apprentice application process in collaboration with the Joint Apprentice Committee; please make sure to read the notice in the bulletin board and share the information to anyone you know who may be interested.

If this is your birthday month, Happy Birthday. Married this month, Happy Anniversary. If you are homebound or sick, we miss you and pray for a speedy recovery. If you have lost a family member or loved one, we offer our condolences.

Visit our Facebook Page at: Building 13 Association Inc.–Co-op City Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson, president, at 718-320-1370, or Wendell Mattison, V.P., at 917-330-1380. Thank you for supporting our team.

––Leslie Peterson

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

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

Game Night – Game night will be held today, September 23, in the Building 10 Association Room from 7 p.m.-11 p.m. A night of games and fun. Bring your favorite game and be prepared to have a great time. All are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.

Preparedness Month – September is National Preparedness Month. Go to ready.gov to get information on making a plan, building a kit and how to prepare for disasters. “Disasters don’t wait. Make your plan today.”

Nordic Lodge/Foxwoods Casino – This trip is currently sold out. However, if you would like to be added to the waitlist or need additional information, please contact Lisa at 646-220-0802. Back by popular demand, on Saturday, November 18, the Building 10 Association will be having a bus trip to Nordic Lodge for an all-you-can-eat Lobsterfest buffet. The trip includes a visit to Foxwoods Casino and shopping at Tanger Outlets. The cost of the trip is $219 per person (non-refundable). The next payment of $50 is due on October 21. Final payment of $19 is due on November 11. All collections will take place in the Building 10 Association Room from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. The bus will depart from 140 Debs Place at 9 a.m. sharp.

Suicide Prevention – If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in emotional distress, the number to call for help in NYC is 1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355) or text “WELL” to 65173. The National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline number is 988, you can call or text. Someone is available 24 hours a day.

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

We would like to wish all who are born in September an incredibly happy birthday. Celebrating an anniversary this month? Happy anniversary!

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

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

Have a wonderful week. Remember…be kind.

––Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Building 9 Association Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. We remain thankful, grateful, and blessed as an Association of neighbors and as a community.

C-19 infections and hospitalizations continue to rise in zip code 10475.

I trust you have enjoyed our bulletin board event photos.

We are scheduled to host our next Building 9 Association General Membership meeting on Thursday, September 28th, at 7 p.m., in Building 9-B, lobby rear. Our guest speaker will be Marvin Walton, Executive General Manager for Riverbay Corporation. He will share his vision for our community and then take a few brief questions. If time does permit you to express a question or concern, you may submit your questions/concerns to Mr. Walton via email.

On Wednesday, September 13, the Riverbay Board of Directors held an Open Board meeting in Dreiser Auditorium. Their agenda was quite lengthy.

Highlights: The Executive General Manager Marvin Walton gave his report on the state of the Corporation; revenue loss to the Corporation due to non-payPHQW RI FDUU\LQJ FKDUJHV IRU YDULRXV UHDVRQV ZDV DGGUHVVHG DQG FODUL¿HG E\ Averil James-Bonnette. The apartment vacancy rate, restoration timeframes, HWF ZDV UHSRUWHG 7KH %RDUG DJUHHG WR ¿OO WKH &RQWUDFW &RPSOLDQFH SRVLWLRQ which should help the Corporation better manage contracts, contract terms enforcement, etc. Convector upgrade pilot update: dual heating/air conditioning units (8 BTUs for two bedrooms, 12 BTUs for three bedrooms) in model apartments monitored for effectiveness by the Riverbay Maintenance staff; Electric Vehicle charging stations. A grant has been secured for this project in Co-op City through ConEd. That means no upfront costs to the corporation for installation of charging stations, software to monitor access, payment, output, time per use, etc. The grant proposes 24 charging stations in each of our eight garages. While electric vehicles are clearly a future green alternative to fossil fuel, at this time, there are only about 20 EVs leasing spaces in our garages. This number will not bring us to a ‘break even’ number to maintain the program until we have more EVs or we give access to the ‘public’ to use the charging stations for a fee. Also, our garage infrastructure may not be able to withstand the added weight of the EV batteries. The presentation made by the engineering consultant Riverbay has used for other programs.

Jewel Crawford-Duncan spoke to the community’s growing frustration concerning the most recent Riverbay Corporation Board of Directors election outcome.

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

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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 8:00 a.m. and 11 a.m.

We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50 (lower level). Masks are required.

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

The Church Free Call Conference.com Line dial-in number is 857-357-025, Access Code is 660065#.

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

The Scholarship Ministry invites you to cruise

with them aboard the beautiful Celebrity Equinox on Tuesday, July 30, to Thursday, August 8, 2024.

Ports of call are Spain, Portugal and Morocco. Price ranges from $2600 to $4600. Airfare to Barcelona, Spain is additional. Price of airfare to Spain in July is not available at this time. Additionally, travel insurance is highly recommended to be paid at time of initial deposit. Please make a deposit of $450 is due immediately. Checks should be made payable to Co-op City Baptist Church. For additional information, contact Sis. Claudette Cutler-Day at 718-379-0541 or Sis. Brenda Robinson at 7186711271.

Sunday School classes for children and adults is held at 9:30 a.m.

Bible Study will be held on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.

Prayer Warriors is held on Thursdays at noon.

Friday Mid-Morning Prayer is held at 10 a.m. and Friday Evening Prayer held at 7:30 p.m.

The church has a free app available on your app store by putting in Co Op CBC. This 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 The Coop City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry.

––Hattie L. Lucas

Newsong Church God is on the move in Section 5 “…They laid them before Jesus, and he healed them all.” (Matthew 15:30 (NLT) There is nothing that our God cannot do! He is the Way Maker, and He is on the move in our community! Over the past few weeks, we have seen Jesus heal people physically, emotionally, and spiritually as they humbly come to Him for help. What burden are you carrying today? Bring it to King -HVXV WKHUH LV QRWKLQJ EURNHQ WKDW +H FDQQRW ¿[ About us Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City! We believe that every person FDQ NQRZ *RG ¿QG IUHHGRP GLVFRYHU WKHLU SXUpose and make a difference in this world! No matter what you have been through or where you come from, you are welcome here. Join us for Sunday worship and see why God’s family is no ordinary family. Check us out, we are located at 135 Einstein Loop!

Sunday Worship Experience Our Sunday worship experience starts with celebration. We make music to please God and to build

others up. (Colossians 3:16) says, “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” For us, that is what making music is all about. We sing to bring glory and honor to God and celebrate who He is and what He is doing in our church! Our Adult Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 45.

Newsong Deaf Church, 11 a.m.

Sunday Mornings That is right. We are happy to announce that we now have an adult ASL worship experience for the deaf and hearing impaired in our community!

The singing, the message and the fellowship are all in American Sign Language and designed to help you connect with God in your own language!

Our Adult Deaf Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 38.

Kidsong Kids are important to us, so we have created a place where they can learn about Jesus on their level. Every Sunday, pre-k through sixth-grade children experience safe, age-appropriate environments where the Bible is taught in a creative and

relevant way. Kidsong starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in room 49.

Newsong Church Youth NSCY is Newsong’s student ministry. Today’s middle and high school students will lead the next generation of the church and change the world. At NSCY, our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus. NSCY meets every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m. in Room 38.

Discounted Parking Available: Do you live outside of Section 5? Remember, a church alive is ZRUWK WKH GULYH &RPH DQG ¿QG KRSH &RPH DQG ¿QG KHDOLQJ &RPH DQG ¿QG IUHHGRP &RPH DQG ¿QG D FRPPXQLW\ RI SHRSOH IURP GLIIHUHQW ZDONV RI life, who are learning what it means to follow Jesus!

Contact Us: Mailing Address: P.O. Box 100, BX, NY 10475; Phone: 917-342-2559; Email: CentralTeam@newsongchurchnyc.org; Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org Social Media: Instagram: @newsongchurchbx; Facebook: @newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @newsongchurchbx; YouTube: Newsong Church NYC ––Pastor Mike Tolone

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 North, Bronx, NY 10475. Church phone: 718-671-8746 and Pastor’s phone: 914-522-5039.

Our scripture verse for 2023 is: (Luke 10:27) “And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.”

Sunday service will be at 11:00 a.m. Masks are required and temperature will be taken.

Wednesday Night Prayer Service and Bible Study starts at 7:00 p.m. The Conference Line Number: 646-769-9900; Access Code: 3099388.

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September 17, 2023 Worship Service Theme:

“Blessed with Success” Scripture (Joshua 1:8 NKJV) “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success.” (Joshua 1:6; Deuteronomy 28:13; Jerimiah 29:11; James 1:17; 1 Samuels 18:4) Save the Dates: Saturday, September 23 from 12:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Pastor Linda Primus of Pisgah Gospel Ministry presents their 4th Annual Women’s Conference. Theme: Royalty – Not Ordinary, But Chosen.

Register now! Call: 914-573.3915 or Cash App $PGOSPELMINISTRIES. Tickets: $50.00. Add Women’s Conference to memo. Location: Church of the New Vision, 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, New York 10475. Speaker: Executive Pastor Lashalle

Bolton, One Accord Christian Ministries, Newburg, New York 12550.

September 30, “Lungevity” from 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m., Lung Cancer Awareness Talk. In collaboration with Amen Ministries Inc. and Church of the New Vision. Join us and learn about the risks, prevention, screening and survivorship associated with lung cancer! Light refreshments will be included! Call 718-430-3613 or email Cancerscreening@einsteinmed.edu.

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

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

––Brenda Brown

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Co-op City Times / September 23, 2023

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Co-op City Times / September 23, 2023

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You to These In-Person & Virtual Activities JASA CLOSED for YOM Kippur, Mon., Sept. 25.

CANCELLED – Windows on the Lake, Oct. 26.

NEW: Drama Club w/Daisy Windley – Fri., 3-4 p.m., starting Fri., Oct 13; meeting at the back of the -$6$ 125& RI¿FH NEW: Bingo on Saturdays – 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the EDFN RI WKH -$6$ 125& RI¿FH Resorts World Catskills – $55; Thurs., Oct. 26.

Deluxe Motor Coach bus. Enjoy 6 hrs. at the casino.

Group will receive $25 slot & $15 food comp.

Pick-up: Asch Loop, 8:30 a.m.; Dreiser Loop, 8:45 a.m.; Einstein Loop, 9 a.m. Depart: 5 p.m. 52 seats avail. Payment deadline is Fri., Oct. 13.

Einstein OAC is going to MJ the Musical – Wed., Oct. 25, $125. Pick-ups: Einstein, 11 a.m.; Bartow, 11:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 11:30 a.m. Cash payment deadline made at Einstein is Fri., Oct. 6, 2023.

Dreiser OAC Apple Picking Trip to Alstede Farms, NJ – Fri., Oct. 27. $89 per person, due by Fri., Oct. 6. Pick-up: Dreiser, 9 a.m.; Bartow, 9:15;

Einstein, 9:30 a.m.

Wind Creek Casino, Bethlehem, PA – Thurs., Nov. 9. Deluxe Motor Coach transportation, $130. Tribute to The Four Tops, $30 bonus. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 8:30 a.m.; & Einstein, 8:45 a.m.

Common Pantry is scheduled for Tues., Sept. 26, Rm. 31, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

OAC Senior Center Health & Resource Fair – Sat., Sept. 30, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. in the basketball court on the corner of Alcott Pl. & Asch Loop. Come out to meet our vendors and receive free gifts.

Weight Management Support Group w/Gigi – 2nd Wed. of every month in rear of JASA NORC RI¿FH D P S P Steel Drum Classes – Wed., 1-3 p.m., JASA 125& RI¿FH Medicare Information – Thurs., 9 a.m.-12 p.m., -$6$ 125& RI¿FH Notary – -$6$ 125& RI¿FH Tues., 9-10:30 a.m.; Weds. and Thurs., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Einstein Cen-

ter, Rm. 34: Thurs., 9 a.m.-12 p.m. 718-320-2066.

Appointment only.

Technology Class – Thurs., 6:30-7:30 p.m. Dial-in number: 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 862 5043 9695; Passcode: 896989.

Line Dance with Bartow Swingers – Wed. and Fri., 12-1 p.m., Dreiser Auditorium A. Please call Einstein OAC – 718-671-5161 for appointment for Hair Styling: 1st & 3rd Wed., 9-11 a.m. Braids, haircuts, shape-up, twist, ponytails, curls and more. Facials & Manicure: Mon., 1-3 p.m.

Einstein Public Notary – Tues., 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and Thurs., 2-4 p.m. Please call 718-671-5161.

It’s JASA Back to Class for #Senior Year – Dreiser OAC is raising funds for classes and activity supplies, as well as trips and outings for members. No donation is too small. Bring cash or check to 177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. #7, Bronx, NY 10475, attention: JASA, or make payment online at https://jasabacktoclss2023.causevox/team/dreiser

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.

MON., Sept. 25

TUES., Sept. 26

WED., Sept. 27

THURS., Sept. 28

FRI., Sept. 29

MENU Fee for lunch is $2 & $5 for guest. ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk. Menu subject to change without notice.

JASA OAC & PDLQ RI¿FH are closed for Yom Kippur

KOSHER: Roasted Turkey Breast, Baked Sweet Potato, Vegetables, Fruit & Juice

KOSHER: Roast Beef, KOSHER: Baked Salmon, Mashed Potatoes, Normandy Wild Rice, Grilled VegetaVegetables, Fruit bles, Fruit

NON-KOSHER: Baked Fish NON-KOSHER: Caesar NON-KOSHER: Black Bean Marsala w/Mushrooms, Salad w/Grilled Chicken, Perfect White Rice, Fajitas, Sauteed Spinach Whole Wheat Pasta Salad Vegetable Mix

KOSHER: Italian Roast Chicken, Spinach Noodle Kugel, Roasted Zucchini, Fruit NON-KOSHER: Beef Meatballs w/Sofrito, Yuca w/ Onions, Oriental Blend Vegetables

Bartow Center (929) 399-1394. Events held in Room 31, unless otherwise noted. Dinner: 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. (Bartow Only) JASA OAC & PDLQ RI¿FH are closed for Yom Kippur

Walk with Odessa 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Blood Pressure 12 p.m.-1 p.m. (first and third Tues.), Rm. 31 Health and Wellness w/Ann 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Every Tues., Rm. 31 Smartphone and Tablet Class w/Julesa 1:45 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

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

10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Bereavement Hour w/Dorine Arts w/Laura via Zoom (Will resume in September) 1st & 3rd Wed., 12-1 p.m.

Crocheting/Knitting with Line Dancing w/Cynthia Lynne & Betty 12:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Dominoes w/José Computer Learning w/Steve 1-2:30 p.m.

1 p.m.-2 p.m.

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

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

Knitting w/Lynne and Betty 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 31 Line Dance with Cynthia 12:30-1:45 p.m.

Einstein Center (718) 671-5161. Events held in Room 49, unless otherwise noted. Lunch: 12 p.m.-1 p.m. (Einstein Only) JASA OAC & PDLQ RI¿FH are closed for Yom Kippur

Never Too Old to Learn Spanish 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Rm. 35 Bridge to Care Arthritis Exercise 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Creative Arts & Painting 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Rm. 35 Go Easy on us Computers 2:30-3:30 p.m., Rm. 40

Hair Care 4 U Art & Design Class 9-11 a.m.

10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Spring in Your Step Stretch & Tone, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 Salsa Dancing 10-11 a.m., Rm 45 Action Bodies In Motion 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Pace Health Prize Bingo & Board Games 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 35 1-2 p.m.

Coloring for Calmness 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Blood Pressure Screening 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.

Chess Club 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Let’s Get It On Zumba 1-2 p.m., Rm. 45

Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345. Events held in Room 7, unless otherwise noted.

Wellness Check 1-2 p.m.

JASA OAC & PDLQ RI¿FH are closed for Yom Kippur

Zumba w/Ola, In-person 1-2 p.m., Room 2 Computer Learning Zoom Meeting w/Ralph 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Dial-in number: 347-893-2966; Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040; Passcode: 259554 Dancing Gents w/ Sassy & Tommy (Twice a Month) 1:15-2:15 p.m., Rm. 2

Arthritis Exercise w/Damion 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Birthday Celebration for Pace Nursing Student the month of September Health Presentation Happy Birthday to everyone 10 a.m.-12 p.m. celebrating in September!

12-2 p.m., Lunch Rm. 4 Leisure Time 1-2 p.m.

Self Defense w/Jimmy 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 2

Sewing w/Joy 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Alert and Alive w/JASA members, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., Room 4 Line Dance w/Sassy 1-2 p.m., Room 2 Art Class w/Dmitriy - Virtual Watercolor 1-3 p.m.

Meeting ID: 827 9919 1332; Passcode: Dreiser23 Bingo w/Gay Brown 1:20-2:50 p.m., Room 4

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Co-op City Times / September 23, 2023

Chavurah-Temple Beth El of Co-op City Shalom, everyone. Sunday night is Kol Nidre Yom Kippur.

Please join us for services. They are free.

Many of you were on our Zoom services Friday night and Saturday and we will be back on Zoom Sunday night and all day Monday.

Please join us on Zoom.

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

Schedule of Services is as follows (on Zoom) Kol Nidre Evening Yom Kippur (on Zoom) Sunday, September 24, 7:30 p.m.

Morning Yom Kippur (on Zoom) Monday, September 25, 10 a.m.

Yiskor will be at the end of the Morning Service Public Yiskor

Monday, September 25, 2:30 p.m.

Afternoon Monday, September 25, 4 p.m.

We will blow the shofar at the end of the services.

Please have an easy fast.

The Rabbi says: If you are on any medications, you should not fast.

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.

If you wish to have names of your loved ones read on Yiskor-Yom Kippur, please call or email me, 973-7693915, or email me at RabbiDennisTobin@aol.com.

We will be emailing the Book of Remembrance this week.

—Rabbi Dennis Tobin

Circle of Christ Church Iglesia Circulo de Cristo Running on Empty We are looking for satisfaction on Social Media, lust, greed, emotional overeating and things that ¿OO XV IRU D VKRUW WLPH -HVXV SURPLVHV ORQJ WHUP IXO¿OOPHQW QRW PRPHQWDU\ (John 10:10) “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life and have it to the full.”

2QO\ *RG FDQ ¿OO RXU HPSWLQHVV ZLWK VRPHWKLQJ RI value. Make Jesus your last stop in search of healing, abundance and meaning. Society makes us wish for things we believe others have and we mistake masks IRU UHDOLW\ -HVXV VDWLV¿HV DQG WDNHV XV EH\RQG RXU VLQV (1 John 2:1) “My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ, the Righteous 2QH +H LV WKH DWRQLQJ VDFUL¿FH IRU RXU VLQV DQG QRW only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.”

We must recognize that failure is temporary and we have to stop believing that our previous sins prevent us from getting God’s best. When you sin, repent immediately and run to Jesus.

(Romans 10:10) “For it is with your heart that you EHOLHYH DQG DUH MXVWL¿HG DQG LW LV ZLWK \RXU PRXWK that you profess your faith and are saved.”

John Piper – My feelings are not God. God is God. 0\ IHHOLQJV GR QRW GH¿QH WUXWK *RG¶V ZRUG GH¿QHV truth. My feelings are echoes and responses to what my mind perceives. And sometimes, many times, my feelings are out of sync with the truth. When that happens, and it happens every day in some measure.

I try not to bend the truth to justify my imperfect feelings, but rather, I plead with God: purify my perceptions of your truth and transform my feelings so that they are in sync with the truth.

(Romans 10:11) As Scripture says, anyone who believes in him will never be put to shame. Paul quotes the second part of (Isaiah 28:16). This is what the sovereign Lord says: “See, I lay a stone in Zion, a tested stone, a precious cornerstone for a sure foundation; the one who relies on it will never be stricken with panic.”

Never be put to shame or never be stricken with panic; they are both the same thing. Our sins, shame, concerns, worries, and failures are put to rest when we rest in Jesus and this must be the constant experience of the servant of God. Return to Jesus and watch him work.

Schedule: Sunday: Spanish, 9 a.m., & English Service, 11:30 a.m.

Wed. & Thurs.: Non-perishable food distribution from 12-2 p.m.

Thursday: Prayer/Bible Study, 6:30-8 p.m.

Friday: Youth Service (Operation Grace), 6:30-9 p.m.

Saturday: Women’s Fellowship, second Saturday of the month, 12-3 p.m.

Young Adults, third Saturday of the month, 12-3 p.m.

Men’s Fellowship, fourth Saturday of the month Blessings in Christ, ––Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475. E-mail: stjosephsepc@aol.com.

Church phone number: 718-320-0844. Priestin-Charge: Fr. Simeon O. Johnson; cell: 917227-4303.

Greetings! Due to the ongoing pandemic and related repairs to our space, St. Joseph’s Church has made some adjustment to our schedule of services until further notice. We are gradually getting back to normal.

In-person worship service will be conducted at the church on Sunday, September 24, at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference. Also, please tune in for the usual teleconference weekday prayers at noon.

To participate by teleconference, please dial 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509 898, followed by the # sign.

Sincere condolences to our members, families and friends who have recently lost loved ones. May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace.

To our sick and shut-in, we extend our well wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery.

Happy birthday and best wishes to those who will be celebrating their birthday this month.

Fundraising Event: The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) will be hosting our Annual Dinner Sale at the church on Saturday, September 30, starting at noon until sold out.

The menu will include BBQ chicken, fried chicken, oxtail and spare ribs. If you have any questions, please contact Valrie at 347200-5850.

We will celebrate Women’s Sunday and Fellowship on October 8.

Rev. Theodora Brooks will be our motivational speaker at the service. Episcopal Church Women are reminded to wear their ZKLWH DQG EODFN RXW¿WV We at St. Joseph’s are collecting food (cans and dry goods) for the food pantry at Grace Episcopal Church, West Farms. Please contribute for those in need.

Grace and peace!

––Merville Chambers

It has already opened its doors!

The Spanish 7th Day Adventist Church, Co-op City We are located at 177 Dreiser Loop, Co-op City, Bronx NY 10475 Room #127 Our Day of Worship is every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and at the end we have a special lunch.

Come with your family and a warm church of good people who love God and their neighbor will be waiting for you.

Family Owned and Operated • Large Chapel on premises

• Pre-need counseling

• Ample Parking on premises

• Out of town services

A dignified funeral every family can afford.

• Cremations • Casket Showroom All areas are handicapped accessible on premises Amid ongoing concerns about the Coronavirus COVID-19, McCall’s Bronxwood Funeral Home is closely monitoring the latest reports from the CDC and is fully committed to providing the funeral and memorial services you expect without interruption, in a clean and hygenic environment.

Personalized & Professional Care • 57 Years Serving Our Community Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America

For more information contact Pastor Elias Santana at 347-364-0601 “I was happy with those who told me: To the house of the Lord we will go.”

Psalm 122:1 We will wait for you!

718-231-7647 Call 24 Hours

Fax: 718-231-7665 LIVE STREAMING WORLDWIDE.

www.mccalls.net • director@mccalls.net 4035 Bronxwood Avenue, Bronx, N.Y.

Serving all cultures & faiths

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Co-op City Times / September 23, 2023

Church of God’s Children Blessings to all from Church of God’s Children family to yours. Join us as we worship and delve into the Word of God for increased faith, healing, peace in a friendly and loving environment. We have English & Spanish Services every Sunday at 10 a.m. Nuestros Servicios de adoracion son en Ingles y Español. We are located at 127 Dreiser Loop.

Schedule of services: Monday: Bible Studies with Min. Steve at 9:30 a.m.

Friday: Youth/Young Adult Bible Studies with Min. Chinyeri via Zoom at 8 p.m. Meeting ID: 89225952943; Code: 125685. Friday: Spanish Worship/teaching at 7 p.m. First Sunday: Bilingual Service & Holy Communion. Second and third Sunday Worship Services in Spanish and English at 10 a.m., followed by Bible Study Classes for all ages at 127 & 159 Dreiser Loop. Fourth Sunday: Bi-lingual Worship & birthday celebrations at 10 a.m.

Visit the Ministry Shop at 163 Dreiser Loop for a variety of items, fellowship, and prayer with Sis. Inez.

We invite the community to our Bronx Clergy Task Force Peace & Health ,QWHUIDLWK %UHDNIDVW RQ 6DW 2FW DW 'UHLVHU /RRS QG À D P S P There will be an array of health professionals, interns, NYU dentistry and com-

plimentary dental vouchers, diabetes and blood pressure screening, breast canFHU VFUHHQLQJ WREDFFR FHVVDWLRQ WDEOH ÀX YDFFLQHV 7DL &KL PHGLWDWLRQ WDEOH colorectal cancer screening for Blacks, ages 45-70; free children’s books, Q&A with medical physicians, Veterans Adm. table with info. Live entertainment and photo booth, and recognition awards. HealthFirst will be there to inform on changes and income increases for Medicaid/Medicare plans. October is Lifestyle Lifespan Month. Let’s make Co-op City a healthy community for all ages.

Jeremiah 30:17a “But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,’ declares the Lord. 3 John 1:2 “Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting along well.

Jeremiah 33:6 “Nevertheless, I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security.

There are just a few scriptures on the promises of God for a healthy life for us and generations to come. For information, call 718-790-9120.

Join us on Sept. 24 for cake for all our September birthdays.

At your service, ––Bishop Nancy Rosario

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City High Holidays Schedule 5783 (2022) The Services will be conducted by: Rabbi Avraham Parks Cantor – Name to follow Rosh Hashanah – New Year 5783 Erev Rosh Hashanah – Friday, September 15, 2023 Light Candles (not before), 6:47 p.m.

Evening Services (Mincha) at 7:00 p.m.

First Day of Rosh Hashanah – Saturday, September 16 Morning Services (Shachris) at 9:30 a.m.

Luncheon after services by paid reservation only.

Tashlich (near the water) at 5:45 p.m.

Mincha at 6:30 p.m.

Light Candles (not before), 7:44 p.m.

Second Day of Rosh Hashanah – Sunday, September 17, 2023 Morning Services (Shachris) at 9:30 a.m.

Shofar at 11:00 a.m.

Sermon by Rabbi Parks.

Rosh Hashanah ends at 7:42 p.m.

Yom Kippur – Day of Repentance Erev Yom Kippur – Sunday, September 24 Fast Light Candles 6:31 p.m.

Kol Nidre at 6:45 p.m.

Yom Kippur Day – Monday, September 25 Morning Services at 10:00 a.m.

Yiskor at 11:30 a.m.

Mincha at 5:15 p.m.

Neila at 6:15 p.m.

Maariv at 7:15 p.m.

The Shofar Sounds – Yom Kippur ends at 7:27 p.m.

L'shana Tova.

Please come on time so our prayers will not be rushed, and we will not be forced to fast until later than required. Saying Yizkor for a loved one requires a pledge of Tzedaka (Charity). Please support our Shul.

The Men's Club is providing a Break the Fast (food and drink) at the end of the Services.

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

The synagogue will be serving a hot Kiddush meal after Sabbath morning services. Entrance to our synagogue for Saturday services is on the side door of Building 27B. Saturday morning services will start at 10 a.m.

General Information The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in

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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 23, at 7:44 p.m.

Candle lighting on Friday, September 29, at 6:21 p.m.

To all Members Happy birthday to our members who will be celebrating their birthday in September.

Fun and Games: After services and kiddush, members play games. Wishing all our members, and friends, peace, and good health.

––Bruce Gitelson

Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle Co-op City Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to join in worship service online on the following days: Sundays worship service starts at 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Wednesday morning: prayer and fasting service will be held at 11 a.m.12:30 p.m.

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

Prayer and worship service will be held every Friday evening at 7:30 p.m.

To join, please call 720-740-9746; Access Code 8876631; Contact #: 718-324-0334.

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Believers need to have their feet protected.

Ephesians 6:15 stated: And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace. The enemy is aligned against us whose purpose is clearly GH¿QHG E\ WKH VFULSWXUHV ³7KH WKLHI cometh not, but to steal, and to kill, and to destroy’ (John 10:10) Satan is bent on the complete destruction of every child of God. He will take what he can from and what he cannot take he will seek to slaughter, what he cannot kill, he will atWHPSW WR UXLQ WR UHQGHU LW XQ¿W IRU LWV divine purpose.

Ephesians 6: 10-14, 16-18: Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might.

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ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. )RU ZH ZUHVWOH QRW DJDLQVW ÀHVK and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places, Wherefore take unto you the whole amour of God, that he may be able to withstand in the evil day and having done all to stand.

Stand therefore, having your loins girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench DOO WKH ¿HU\ GDUWV RI WKH ZLFNHG And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the spirit, which is the word of God Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints.We are absolutely engaged in a battle in which our enemy is more than willing and capable of being the aggressor. The amour of God in general and the gospel of peace provide for us safety against his attacks. Our footing is sure, our foundation will never move or crumble. We are protected, God is our shield, our fortress, our high tower, our bulwark, and our refuge.

For in the time of trouble, he shall hide me in his pavilion in the secret of his tabernacle shall he hide me; He shall set me upon a rock. Psalm 27:5 Psalm 91:10: There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.

––Rev. R. Sibblies

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Co-op City Times / September 23, 2023

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

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