Co-op City Times 12/12/15

Riverbay exploring ways to redesign Dreiser Auditorium into state-of-the-art meeting and performance center Co-op City’s official newspaper serving the world’s largest cooperative community. © Copyright 2015 Co-op City Times

Vol. 50 No. 50

Saturday, December 12, 2015

BY BILL STUTTIG

An eight-month long search for ideas and renderings of a total redesign and modernization of the Dreiser Auditorium, one of the largest indoor meeting and performance spaces in the entire East Bronx, has come down to a few choices and Riverbay is now look-

ing into funding sources to make the plan a reality in the coming months.

Riverbay Interim General Manager Noel Ellison admitted this week that the auditorium largely looks the same as it did more than 40 years ago when it was part of the original construction of the Dreiser Community Center and it has been obvious for many years that

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a makeover is badly needed, not only in terms of the physical look of the entire space, but also the technology built into the performance area and meeting area which would allow modern 21st century advancements in lighting, sound and audio-visual display technologies to be at the disposal of any group or individual who leases the space for an event or

performance.

“To do everything that needs to be done, to modernize this important facility adequately, would likely be a significant investment for the community, but several of our elected officials have expressed an interest in helping to find (Continued on page 2)

Two of the sample architect renderings of a redesigned and modernized Dreiser Auditorium sent to Riverbay earlier this year after it requested proposals from several architectural firms. These renderings are only examples of what is possible for the future of the auditorium if the community decides to go ahead with the major renovation project.

Board approves renting Bingo Hall at market rate

BY ROZAAN BOONE

At this Wednesday’s meeting of the Riverbay Board of Directors, a resolution was approved to rescind all previous resolutions relative to the bingo hall and to immediately proceed with leasing the 9,531 square footage of space at market rate.

With 13 of the Board’s 15 directors present, the second reading of resolution #15-69, introduced by Board Director Junius Williams and seconded

by Director Deborah Jenkins, was approved by 9 Directors.

According to Resolution #15-69: “Whereas, on June 18, 2014 the Board

passed Resolution #14-36 to lease the former bingo hall at 2081 Bartow Avenue to the Riverbay Fund at the rate of $100.00 a year for two years and on January 21, 2015 the Board passed Resolution #15-07 to extend the bingo hall lease until January 31, 2025 at the rate of $3.00 a square foot…” and “to date the lease of the bingo hall to the Riverbay Fund has not been approved by HCR and HUD and the space remains vacant and non-income producing…”

The resolution further noted, “On October 17, 2015 the Board approved

Riverbay Corporation’s By-Laws to be printed next week

A complete set of Riverbay Corporation’s current by-laws will be printed in next week’s issue of the Co-op City Times, Saturday, December 19, 2015.

Please make sure you pick-up a copy from in front of the elevator on your floor and keep the by-laws for your records.

It’s Christmas Time!!

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Safe driving on Co-op City streets

Co-op City motorists are reminded that the speed limit was reduced citywide to 25 mph from 30 mph last November as part of Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Vision Zero Action Plan to ensure the safety of pedestrians, especially children and the elderly, on all city roadways, and the city is aggressively enforcing the new speed limit with the installation of speed enforcement cameras at 140 locations throughout the city, particularly in school zones.

The previous speed limit on city streets – 30 mph – remains in effect on all roadways where another speed limit is not posted. In addition, some (Continued on page 2)

Santa Claus waits patiently for the boys and girls of Co-op City to give him their wish list for under the tree this holiday season as the Dreiser Community Center tree lights up for the first time during a celebration this past Wednesday evening. Aside from children getting to meet Santa, Pastors Deborah Jenkins and Mike Tolone led the audience in prayer and then a sing-along of holiday songs. The Riverbay Fund also provided free Scholastic and Disney books for attending children.

Photo by Lauretta Jaysura

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Dreiser Auditorium a state-of-the-art center for the entire area.”

One of those elected officials who are currently looking into possible funding and grant sources for the project is Councilman Andy King.

The Councilman hosts several events in the auditorium each year, including most recently a health fair for seniors and a job fair for veterans. He said this week: “I fully understand the importance of this facility not only for this community and my district, but the Bronx, in general, and I have been and will continue to be part of the effort to find the funding to make over the auditorium and turn it into a center that will attract the best in entertainment, politics, and social affairs.”

Ellison added that Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. has also expressed an interest in helping to secure funding for the project. The Borough President also hosts events in the auditorium each year, including his annual borough-wide Black History Month celebration, and cele-

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Resolution #15-63 which provided that if Riverbay Fund’s lease was not approved by the community’s supervisory agencies by April 7, 2016 that the lease would then be offered for rent at market rates.”

Resolution #15-69 made the case that the 9,531 square foot space has the potential of bringing in $40,000 a month in market rent to Riverbay and the 6-month delay authorized by the last resolution on the bingo hall, #1563, could result in a $240,000 loss of income to the corporation. “…The Board has an obligation to provide the most economical opera-

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brations for a variety of Bronx senior centers and senior service groups.

Although funding for the project currently is an issue very much unresolved, Riverbay management has made significant progress in recent months at narrowing down options.

Kim Marie Umstead, Riverbay’s Director of Commercial Leasing, whose responsibilities include oversight of all the community centers, said that requests for design proposals were sent out in May to 28 different architects and engineers. Six were submitted, Ms. Umstead explained, and three are being considered. Ms. Umstead said that the estimates range greatly, but for everything that Riverbay would like to see included in the design, and estimated price tag is likely between $1.5 and $2.5 million.

The designs that were submitted are just preliminary ideas to give Riverbay a few concepts of what could be done and what the renovated space may possibly look like.

Riverbay Management and the Board will have complete control over what

goes into the final design, taking into account the needs of the community and the purpose of the space which is used on an almost daily basis to host events ranging from daily senior lunches to major political fundraisers.

Ms. Umstead added that the preliminary proposal calls for a redesign of the stage area which would include the construction of a small backstage area to allow performers to prepare for their performance and enter the stage in a professional manner, a major upgrade of the existing sound and lighting system, new flooring, a new ceiling and new wall coverings which would modernize and change the overall dark and outdated color scheme in the existing auditorium; possibly new furnishings, such as table and chairs which will match the new color schemes; new more modern and efficient ways to section off the auditorium as needed, and a redesign of the outdoor balcony space to make it more attractive for warm weather fundraisers and other events.

Despite its outdated appearance,

the auditorium, aside from hosting major events and meetings regarding Co-op City civic and community affairs produced by a wide variety of Co-op City community organizations, has also hosted major appearances by leading public officials, including former President Bill Clinton, Attorney General Eric Holder, several governors, mayors, senators and even a borough-wide Mayoral Candidates’ debate back in 2013, to name just a few. Top names in musical entertainment and theater have also performed in the auditorium over the many years.

“If this facility is going to continue to attract the best that we have,” Councilman King said this week, “then we have to do everything we can to provide them a space worthy of their talent and their stature.”

General Manager Ellison added that a modern and more attractive performance and meeting center will also likely significantly increase revenue for the community and help the upgrades pay for themselves over time.

Johnson, Francine Jones, Leslie Peterson, Rod Saunders and Junius Williams voted to approve Resolution #15-69.

Directors Bernard Cylich, Andrea

Leslie, Board President Cleve Taylor and Director Evelyn Turner voted no and Directors Linda Berk and Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens were absent.

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tion of Co-op City in order to maintain the lowest possible carrying charges and the potential loss of $240,000 in commercial rent income is not in the best interest of shareholders,” it was declared in Resolution #15-69, and as a result, the directors voted to rescind the previous resolutions, #14-36, #1507 and #15-63, and authorized management to “immediately offer the vacant space of the Bingo Hall…for rent at market rates,” and the president of the Riverbay Corporation to sign all related documents.

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streets, especially those near to schools, may have an even lower speed limit so drivers must pay close attention to the posted speed limit signs and be aware of the lower speed limit on all city streets, especially in and around school zones.

The city’s Department of Transportation (DOT) has informed the public that it does not post signs or announce the location of speed cameras enforcing school zones because, first and foremost, it is illegal to speed anywhere within the City of New York and posting the locations of the cameras reduces their effectiveness as a deterrent to speeding. The cameras, however, do not photograph every vehicle passing through the school speed zone, only those that are travelling at 10 mph or more above the speed limit within the speed zone on: 1) School days during school hours and one hour before and one hour after the school day 2) Any period during school activities at the school and up to 30 minutes immediately before and up to 30 minutes immediately after such school activities Since school hours and student activities may vary from school to school, the DOT says it contacts each school before beginning speed camera enforcement within that school speed zone.

Speed enforcement cameras are reviewed by trained DOT technicians to ensure accuracy and only in cases where it is evident that the vehicle in question was travelling at 10 mph or more above the speed limit in the school zone is the owner of the vehicle mailed a Notice of Liability (NOL).

The Vision Zero Action Plan was implemented in the city’s continuing effort to slow drivers down to a safe speed and protect New Yorkers from injury and loss of life. A pedestrian struck by a vehicle travelling at 30 mph is twice as likely to be killed as a pedestrian struck by a vehicle travelling at 25 mph.

Cameras have also been increased at red light intersections throughout the city to change driver behavior at these intersections thereby reducing vehicular crashes, and protecting and saving lives.

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NCNW 11th Annual Holiday Drive

NCNW will be collecting new, unwrapped hats, scarves, gloves and socks for newborns to high school-aged teens residing at a local shelter in the Bronx. NCNW is also collecting new, unwrapped toys (no guns), diapers, training pants and canned goods.

Donated items can be dropped off today, Saturday, Dec. 12, 10 a.m.

- 1 p.m.; next Saturday, Dec. 19th from 10 a.m. — 1 p.m. and Wednesday, December 16th from 1 p.m. — 4 p.m in Rm. 14, Drieser Center.

For further information, please call (917) 399-2643.

Annual Kwanzaa celebration

The Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations will present its 19th annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Sunday, December 27, at 3 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Center, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY. All are invited.

There will be entertainment, a Kwanzaa ceremony, African dancing, and the Karamu Feast. There will also be a variety of vendors, as well as games for everyone’s enjoyment.

Refreshments will be served.

Traditional African attire should be worn, although it is not mandatory.

This event is free and your participation is required to make this cultural, family festivity a success. Please attend.

BVA art exhibit at Baychester Library

An exhibit of the artwork produced by the Baychester Visual Arts Association is currently on display at the Baychester Library in the Bartow Community Center.

Stop by and support local artists. You will be impressed by the talents of some of your neighbors.

The exhibit will run until January 5, 2016.

Happy Hanukkah to all of our readers.

Dec. 6 - Dec. 14

FRONT PA G E

Public Safety and the community joining together to help those less fortunate this holiday season

BY BILL STUTTIG

In the true holiday spirit, Public Safety officers together with the help of hundreds of caring Co-op City residents are giving back to those less fortunate by donating needed toys and food.

The annual toy drive is a tradition started by Sergeant Elizabeth Delvalle and Officer Marcel Ahmed last year through which they collect hundreds of new toys at Public Safety headquarters, all largely donated by the people of Co-op City.

New toys for all ages can be dropped off at the headquarters at 2049 Bartow Avenue, across the hall from the Riverbay administrative office, around the clock through December 21. Sgt. Delvalle and Officer Ahmed ask that the donated toys be unwrapped.

“The fact that we are open 24 hours is an advantage for this drive,” said Sgt. Delvalle. “Residents can drop off their donated toys day or night. Any toy is welcomed.”

Officer Ahmed said, “We collected more than 500 toys last year and this year we hope to double that.”

“Giving a toy to a child whose parents do not have the money to provide or are in a situation this year where a true holiday celebration is not possible, brings so much happiness to these children and families,” Sgt. Delvalle said, adding that the toys are distributed in the days right before Christmas to a

variety of locations, including shelters for the homeless and shelters for families victimized by domestic violence.

The officers said they also visit pediatric wards at Bronx hospitals and also reach out to families living within Co-op City that do not have the means to provide their children with toys.

“The more toys we get, the more places we can visit,” said Officer Ahmed, adding that an equal amount of toys are needed for both boys and girls.

“Also, there is a need for toys for a variety of ages, ranging from toddler to preteen and teen, the officers said.

At the same time that the toys are being collected, Sgt. Nathaniel Diaz is also spearheading a collection of nonperishable food items for the city’s hungry. Last year, Sgt. Diaz said, the community donated more than 3,200 pounds of non-perishable food which was then distributed by City Harvest to families

in need throughout New York City.

A spokesman for City Harvest said last year that the people of Co-op City always come through for the city’s hungry families. Sgt. Diaz said he feels confident that this year will be no exception and the community will far exceed the record amount of donated non-perishable food collected last year.

Donation bins have been set up in the lobbies of the Dreiser and Einstein Community Centers, as well as at Public Safety headquarters in the Bartow Community Center. The donations of non-perishable food items and unexpired canned goods are accepted around the clock each day through December 31st.

Chief Frank Apollo, commander of the Public Safety Department, encouraged all residents to contribute to both worthwhile drives, each of which is voluntarily spearheaded by Public Safety’s officers with the assistance of Riverbay and its Department of Community Relations.

“I would like to commend Sergeants Delvalle and Diaz and Officer Ahmed for their dedicated service and display of empathy for those in need,” the chief said. “These actions which Public Safety personnel have taken establish a strong foundation that goes to the next level of being a humanitarian, and hopefully their actions will impact hundreds of lives in a positive way.”

Truman Mustangs win 2015 PSAL Bowl Conference Championship

BY BILL STUTTIG

Saving their best for last, the Truman Mustangs football team completed the remarkable “Cinderella” season by defeating defending Bowl Conference champion FDR High School, 42 to 14, last Saturday night at Coney Island’s MCU Park.

The Mustangs, who managed to win only two games all of last season, won nine games during the year’s regular season against only one loss, a record good enough to allow them to finish second in the 20-team Bowl Division regular season standings, giving them home-field advantage during the first two games of the playoffs.

The home field advantage probably got them through a very tough first-round matchup against archrival Lehman High School on November 22nd in Co-op City. A fourth quarter touchdown by standout running back Trevor Carson, followed by his two point conversion,

gave the Mustangs a 16 to 15 lead. The victory was secured only after defensive back Elijah Jones intercepted a last minute deep pass by Lehman, securing the victory.

The narrow escape against their arch rivals seemed to give the Mustangs momentum. The following Sunday, November 29th, in Co-op City, Truman took on a tough Jamaica High School team, a team that finished with an identical record to Truman, also with only one loss on the season. But the Mustangs clearly proved to be the better of the two teams as they scored three touchdowns in the first half for a 22 to 0 halftime lead and then cruised to an easy 36 to 12, earning them a spot in the Championship Game at MCU Park, the summer home of the Brooklyn Cyclones baseball team in Coney Island.

Truman’s first big break in the championship game actually came a week before the game started as FDR High

School defeated Staten Island’s previously undefeated McKee High School on a last minute score the week before in the other semi-final game. McKee had defeated Truman earlier in the season, 28 to 14, and a tough rematch in the championship game was expected but never materialized.

But FDR High School, as the conference’s defending champs, seemed like a formidable opponent nonetheless, especially given the fact that the game was being played in FDR’s home borough of Brooklyn in front of what was likely going to be a partisan crowd.

As the game began, however, no FDR advantage seemed evident on the unseasonably warm Saturday evening in Coney Island on a field just a block away from the Atlantic Ocean. Instead, Truman continued to be swept up in its tide of momentum which only grew (Continued on page 4)

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From Co-op City to Carnegie Hall!

Casandra Ortiz, or Cassie O. as she is known artistically, is a 14 year old vocalist who has been chosen as a First Place Winner in the Broadway/Musical Theatre Category of the American Protégé International Vocal Competition 2015, and will be performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City next Saturday, December 19, at 7:30 p.m.

Cassie, granddaughter of Co-op City resident Carmen L. Carattini, who has lived in the community since 1994, will be performing “I Dreamed a Dream,” composed by Claude-Michel Schönberg from the Broadway play Les Miserable.

Cassie’s father, Jose, along with his siblings, grew up in Co-op City’s Section 3. Cassie and her family live in West Palm Beach, Fl. She loves New York City, however, and is a frequent visitor to Co-op City where she enjoys spending her summer vacations and holidays with her grandmother, and has a great affinity for the community and all that it has to offer.

In addition to performing at Carnegie Hall, Cassie will be celebrating her 15th birthday tomorrow, December 13, and her family would like to wish her a happy birthday and extend a great big welcome to Co-op City before her performance at Carnegie Hall next Saturday.

Cassie is a student at G-Star School of the Arts for Film, Animation and

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Performing Arts in Fl. She was one of thousands from around the world who submitted a video of her performance to the American Protégé International Vocal Competition 2015.

Casandra Ortiz

“It’s so exciting!” Cassie said. “My vocal coach, Michael Soper, said I was ready so I sent it in.”

Cassie will be accompanied by her vocal coach on piano at her Carnegie performance.

Although Cassie has been singing all her life, she only began taking

voice lessons approximately 3 years ago. She was “discovered” during a performance at an open microphone night for the Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theater in her hometown and was asked by the show’s choir director to audition and won a spot which led to her performing at Disney World three years in a row as part of the theater’s Show Choir Glee Club.

In addition, as a Mike Soper Music (MSM) artist, Cassie has recorded demo music for professional songwriters and performed at the Young Star Showcase in Aventura, Fl. Kids Got Talent where she was the first runner up in 2015. She has also performed with various local theater productions and is a regular vocalist at events, concerts and sports and ceremonial functions where she sings the National Anthem. A multi-talented star, Cassie is also a dancer, model and actress.

Some of Cassie’s goals for 2016 are to audition and win The Voice and to attend NYU Tisch School of the Arts once she graduates high school. She would like to ultimately be on Broadway, but just in case that doesn’t pan out, her back-up plan is to be a heart surgeon.

American Protégé offers a variety of competitions for different music genres, instruments and levels of applicants’ qualification. The program is designed for young musicians, actors, singers, and dancers from around the world to compete for a chance to realize their dream of performing at the world’s most prestigious venues, such as Carnegie Hall in New York City.

You may tune in to Cassie’s videos of her performances on her YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/ channel/UC8R2swyD4pPub4v8G89c HXw/videos.

We wish Cassie the very best with her performance at Carnegie Hall, and many more successes in her future endeavors. Happy birthday!

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stronger as the season went on.

Truman’s standout junior quarterback Cromer Imotep had his best game of the year with a touchdown pass, a long touchdown run and a 70yard kickoff return for a touchdown.

Junior running back Ramon Jefferson continued his standout season with a 64-yard touchdown reception from Cromer and several other big runs that kept drives going and frustrated FDR as they attempted, but failed, to come back from the huge advantage that Truman jumped out to in the first half.

Truman led by two touchdowns at halftime and two more touchdowns early in the third quarter gave the Mustangs a commanding 36 to 8 lead halfway through the third quarter. A long-kickoff return by FDR made the game a little more interesting midway through the third quarter, but the Truman defense then took over and two late interceptions by Truman’s standout defensive back Damon Bailey sealed

the game and the impressive championship win.

This is the second Bowl Conference Championship won by the Mustangs under head coach John Shepherd who, in comments to the media, credited the outstanding preparation by his players and assistant coaches in getting ready not only for this game, but games throughout the season.

“We spent countless hours studying film so that every kid would know what his keys were and what their jobs were,” Shepherd told the New York Daily News.

Outstanding defensive back Damone Bailey also gave credit to the preparation by the team and the coaches telling the media that he and the rest of his teammates were well-versed in the tendencies of other teams and adjusted their play accordingly throughout the season.

This was the Mustang’s first Bowl Conference football championship since 2010.

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It’s Happening in Co-op City Santa makes annual visit to girls and boys of Co-op City

BY LAURETTA J JAYSURA

Ivana Fellman and children Jessica and Christopher

Co-op City Inspiration

“When life’s troubles turn your circumstances from light to dark, seek that peace from within that's in the deep sea of your soul.” –John Hunter

For the past several years, the Riverbay Fund, under the direction of Riverbay’s Community Relations Department, Michelle Sajous, makes certain the children of Co-op City get a chance to tell Santa what they want him to bring for Christmas. This year was no different and Santa made his annual trip on Wednesday to the Dreiser Auditorium to see the children in Co-op City.

“Our youth groups that we traditionally have were not able to be here tonight, but it’s all about the children and we have Santa here for them,” said Sajous.

And indeed the children did appear to enjoy themselves with each other and just going on stage talking and taking photos with Santa, which were given to the families free of charge. One very happy mother said that they charge a lot of money in for pictures with Santa at the malls so “this is very nice.”

Not every child, of course, was eager to greet the round–belly and jolly man in the red suit as a few mothers tried to coax their no-so-eager kids to “take a picture with Santa.” Moms usually won the battle and everyone left the stage happy.

Due to conflicting schedules, the usual program did not take place, but never one to be outdone, Sajous did have an entertaining evening for everyone. As Christmas music played in the background, the audience had piping hot chocolate, compliments of Pastor Mike and Newsong Church, as well as holiday cookies, compliments of Fidelis Care, for everyone to enjoy. In addition, every girl and boy received a popular coloring and reading book of his/her choice, together with a fun

Grandma Celia Campbell with grandson Braylan Martin

toy to take home that was contributed by the Riverbay Fund.

Assemblyman Michael Benedetto stopped by and was seen wishing adults and children alike a very happy Chanukah and merry Christmas holiday season.

Rev. Deborah Jenkins, Pastor, Faith @ Work Christian Church and Pastor Mike Tolone, Newsong Church, offered prayers of gratitude and thanksgiving during this time of the year reminding everyone that it can also be a difficult time for some. The young children of Newsong Church closed out the evening with two joyous and crowd-pleasing Christmas carols.

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Letter to the Editor

Disabled voters can be a powerful political force

To the Editor: In my last count, based on the latest information from the U.S. Census Bureau, there are 56 million disabled Americans, meaning that roughly 1 in 6 people living in the United States is disabled in one way or another. Disabilities of many types – certainly not all – are more likely to strike someone as they grow older and suffer the consequences of injury, illness or unforeseen circumstances. This leads to the logical conclusion that most of these 56 million disabled are of voting age. So roughly speaking, I think we can say that there are at least 50 million disabled people of voting age in this nation – a sizable

percentage by any standard.

Yet, despite these numbers, not one presidential hopeful from either party has yet mentioned the rights and needs of the disabled during speeches and stops or debates except Donald Trump who inadvertently made disabilities a political issue only when he mocked a questioning reporter’s disability during a press conference recently. As bad as his intentions were, his extremely insensitive and ignorant remarks and actions at least led to a discussion on disabled issues, the first time the subject was broached as part of the endless rhetoric of this early campaign season.

In this nation, the need to take care of

our veterans who have been permanently damaged by the ravages of war is a priority, and rightfully so. But the same cannot be said for the many millions of other Americans who have been damaged by the ravages of life.

Other nations – Britain, Denmark and Sweden to name just a few – have long established policies that help the disabled live fulfilling lives as part of their society — whether the disability was caused by war or not. The same cannot be said for America and I think it is time that the 50 million disabled voters in this nation demand that this change.

—John Rose

First Reading: Resolution #15-76 SUBMITTED BY: Francine Reva Jones SECONDED BY: Cleve Taylor

BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, the Riverbay Corporation By-Laws, Article II, Section 1, requires the annual shareholders meeting to take place in the month of May on a date to be set by the Board of Directors; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the annual shareholders meeting and election of direc-

tors of the Riverbay Corporation is hereby scheduled for Wednesday, May (TBA), 2016, and shall be conducted in accordance with the general rules and regulations hereby adopted and annexed hereto; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that subject to the Riverbay Corporation By laws and the aforementioned general rules and regulations promulgated by the Riverbay Board of Directors, the Election Committee appointed by the President of the Corporation is hereby approved by the Board of Directors and charged with

FIRST READING: RESOLUTION #15-77 - WORKERS COMP. RENEWAL

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

DOMESTIC HOT & COLD WATER SHUTDOWN BUILDING 4A; “D” LINE

DOMESTIC HOT AND COLD WATER SHUTDOWN BUILDING 14, “F” LINE

Domestic hot & cold water will be shut down in order to do restoration work.

Date: Monday, December 14 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

As soon as the work has been completed, the hot & cold water will be restored.

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

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

—CSO (Dreiser Center, Room 6)

Domestic hot & cold water will be shut down in order to do restoration work.

Date: Monday, December 14 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

As soon as the work has been completed, the hot & cold water will be restored.

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

We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

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OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about:

2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 • 718-320-3300 Riverbay Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; AND Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties.

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

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

CONTRACT SUMMARY

BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges all residents to make sure that all members of their household know when and how to call 9-1-1, 1 (718) 671-3050 for Public Safety, or the proper number for other situations. Young children have been known to have made life saving calls to 9-1-1. It is also important to keep important, non-emergency numbers accessibly stored in or near your telephone. Calls to 9-1-1 for situations that are not emergencies can result in persons with life or death emergencies being delayed in receiving the help they need.

9-1-1 was established in 1968 as a Universal Emergency Number. In most areas of the United States and Canada, 9-1-1 will put you in contact with the Police, Fire or Ambulance help that you require. When traveling, check local phone books to make certain 9-1-1 is the correct emergency number. In some areas of Canada, the number could be 9-9-9. Also check if the telephone you are calling from requires a prefix before dialing, for example, dialing the number “9” for an outside line from a hotel or office telephone. It may sound like a joke, but make sure you know the number to 9-1-1 for any location you may travel to.

Calling 9-1-1 can be stressful and may seem overwhelming at first, but knowing what to expect can make the call go smoothly. Staying calm is most important.

Know the location of the emergency and the number you are calling from. Provide the dispatcher with any pertinent information, including descriptions or direction of flight of any criminals. For medical emergencies, be prepared with information regarding medications taken.

Never hang up until directed to do so by the dispatcher.

The dispatcher may pause to get the information out to the responding units. Also, be prepared to take directions from the dispatcher; they may be able to provide you with life saving tips to use until help arrives. Visit the website www.firstaid.about.com for useful information about when and how to call 9-1-1.

Very young children can be taught when and how to call 9-1-1. A recent event in the news shows that very young children are highly capable of making a life saving call to 9-1-1. There are recorded instances of children as young as 2 years old effectively calling 9-1-1 and receiving life saving help. It is essential that children are aware of what type of emergency requires calling 9-1-1. Calling 9-1-1 because you cannot find your favorite toy is not appropriate. Visit the website www.kidshealth.org for activities for children to familiarize them with when and how to call 9-1-1.

When in Co-op City, also call the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 in addition to 9-1-1 for all emergencies. In Co-op City, call (718) 320-3300 for the main Riverbay switchboard during regular business hours; every Riverbay Department can be accessed by this number. In New York City, call 3-1-1 for any nonemergency issues; all New York City agencies can be accessed from this number. From telephones outside the City of New York, 3-1-1 service can be accessed by dialing (212) 639-9675. It is important to save the use of emergency numbers for true emergencies. 3-1-1 and the www.nyc.gov website are available for matters that are important, but not emergencies.

Remember, 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 taxi. Also be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 9-1-1 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www.ccpd.us. 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.

(See page 30 for Public Safety Blotter)

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Contract 2861, 2862 & 2863 (REBID), Exterior Renovation for Shopping Centers: Exterior restoration of the three (3) shopping centers located in Co-op City Bids Due: December 29 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is required Insurance: Insurance is required Contract 3023, Installation of Transformers in the buildings

Bids Due: January 5, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.

Bonding: Bonding is required Insurance: Insurance is required

Contract P865, Architect for New Elevator Bids Due: December 22, 2015 at 2 p.m.

Insurance: Insurance is required If you would like a bid package, email bpenn@riverbaycorp.com.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

New Job Posting: Open to All applicants from Dec. 8th to Dec. 18th Groundsman

Job Reference #: 15-64

Grounds Department

THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION. Ideal candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day responsibilities of duties in the landscaping, maintenance of and general upkeep of company grounds and property greens.

Responsibilities include basic grounds keeping duties as planting flowers, trees & shrubs, weeding, fertilizing, mowing, cutting hedges, general lawn & nursery care and seasonal duties including snow removal.

Job Description: Ideal candidate will be responsible for: • Operate powered equipment, such as mowers, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.

• Mow or edge lawns, using power mowers or edgers.

• Shovel snow from walks, driveways, or parking lots and spread salt in those areas.

• Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, or trimming or edging around flower beds, walks, or walls.

• Use hand tools, such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, saws, hedge or brush trimmers, or axes.

• Prune or trim trees, shrubs, or hedges, using shears, pruners, or chain saws.

• Maintain or repair tools, equipment, or structures, such as buildings, fences, or benches, using hand or power tools.

• Gather and remove litter.

• Mix and spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, or trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.

• Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, burial sites, or other grounds features.

• Water lawns, trees, or plants, using portable sprinkler systems, hoses, or watering cans.

• Trim or pick flowers and clean flower beds.

• Rake, mulch, and compost leaves.

• Follow planned landscaping designs to determine where to lay sod, sow grass, or plant flowers or foliage.

• Plant seeds, bulbs, foliage, flowering plants, grass, ground covers, trees, or shrubs and apply mulch for protection, using gardening tools.

• Decorate gardens with stones or plants.

• Maintain irrigation systems, including winterizing the systems and starting them up in spring.

• Care for natural turf fields, making sure the underlying soil has the required composition to allow proper

drainage and to support the grasses used on the fields.

• Use irrigation methods to adjust the amount of water consumption and to prevent waste.

• Haul or spread topsoil or spread straw over seeded soil to hold soil in place.

• Attach wires from planted trees to support stakes.

• Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Requirements: HS Diploma or equivalent is a plus. Candidate should have a working knowledge of grounds equipment, tools, and material. Applicant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist, kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders, work in inclement weather, as well as lift and carry up to 100 pounds. Must be available for emergency work. Must be able to read and write in English. Bi-Lingual is a plus.

Position Details Days and Hours: Days and hours of operation will vary on a flexible schedule FLSA: Non - Exempt Testing Requirements: Drug Screening Test, Background check.

How to Apply: Applications are given out at the below address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All applicants are advised to submit a resume along with the application.

New Job Posting: Open to All applicants from Dec. 9th, 2015 to Dec. 18th, 2015 Job Reference #: 15-65

Buildings Porter Buildings Department THIS IS A TEMPORARY POSITION. Ideal employee will be responsible for the day-to-day duties, including but not limited to, numerous cleaning and restoration duties such as washing, sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing and stripping of VCT and terrazzo floors. Responsibilities include cleaning all assigned internal and external areas of the residential buildings and/or shopping centers. Seasonal duties, including leaf raking, snow removal and power washing of assigned areas, will be required as necessary. If assigned to community centers, candidate will be responsible for set-up and breakdown of center rooms for various social functions. This employee will also need to respond to emergencies (floods, etc.) throughout the Co-op City complex, as well as the completion of other assignments from supervisor(s) as necessary.

Job Description: Ideal candidate will: • Service, clean, or supply restrooms. Gather and empty trash.

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, (Continued on page 30)

Applications are given out at the following address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Riverbay Corporation Administration Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475; OR Resumes can be faxed to 718-320-3672 with the Job Title and Job Reference # on the TOP RIGHT CORNER of the resume. *Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer* Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, creed, ethnicity, alienage, citizenship, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or sexual preference, marital status, military status, disability or any other recognized protected basis under any applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Please inform Human Resources if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

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Co-op City Times / December 12, 2015

It’s been one year since the Board of Directors suspended MSI Realty, Inc., as Riverbay Corporation’s property manager with the request for HCR to review suspected illegal business practices. At that time, our interim General Manager, Noel Ellison, with the help of our Finance Director, Peter Merola, took the helm to move our community forward. What is fact, is Co-op City is a massive community that amounts to the tenth largest city in the state of New York if it were deemed a municipality.

As we move into this holiday season, what a difference since last year!

To stay in the holiday mood, as in the words of the song, “The Twelve Days of Christmas” here are 12 things we have to look forward to for our community in the coming months. Mind you, this is

Long and Winding Road

Linda Berk

Director’s Viewpoint

First Vice President being done within budget.

1. New website with online payment of our carrying charges 2. Upgraded and newly designed auditorium in Dreiser Center 3. New Internal Auditor to insure our finances and assets are properly handled 4. Renovated and enhanced state-ofthe-art basketball courts 5. New paint in all public spaces of

our buildings 6. Succession plan developed for management evolution and corporate sustainability 7. Revised employee classification for legal compliance and to save money 8. Consolidation of departments to provide for improved services and cost saving 9. Revamp of Information Technology Department (IT) to enhance services, budgets and corporate business 10. Digital information distribution in building lobbies 11. New and enhanced lighting under every building and community center 12. New lobby designs Most of these projects have either started or were recently completed.

They are exciting and only the begin-

ning of moving Co-op City forward.

The Board understands that we need additional management to meet the goals and expectations for this community. With our new Human Resources Director, we are aggressively moving to fill vacancies created from long standing staff who have retired.

I will follow up next week with more growth and changes that are creating a modern, safe, efficient and exciting cooperative residential community and corporation. Stay tuned!

Please let me know your thoughts and ideas by writing me at lberk@riverbayboard.com or Riverbay Board of Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

Have a safe and wonderful holiday season!

Coalition to Save Affordable Housing

General Membership Meeting The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing will be hosting its Annual Pot Luck Holiday Party celebrating the end of an amazing year of noteworthy achievements. Since it’s our last scheduled monthly General Membership Meeting of the year, we hope you can attend. The meeting will be held on Monday, December 14 from 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. in Room 28 of the Bartow

Community Center. All members, neighbors, and friends are invited to attend.

The meeting agenda will be brief as we plan to make the event as festive as possible. In addition, there will be a raffle for door prizes. Surely, you’ll not want to miss out on the fun. Bring a friend, a neighbor or just come alone to mix and mingle! But, don’t forget to bring a dish, or a dessert with a beverage to share with your friends and neighbors. We’ll provide the set-ups.

The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing’s mission is to ensure that our community not only remains affordable and viable, but also a safe and welcoming place for everyone to relax and enjoy each other’s company. We’re looking forward to your joining us at our Annual Potluck Holiday Party.

Light refreshments and music will be provided. So mark your calendars!

Don’t forget: it’s Monday, December 14

Dorothy Height Hat Collection Goes on Exhibit...One of the first initiatives to support NCNW's "Four for the Future" plan includes a three-city tour showcasing Dr. Dorothy Height's legendary hat collection kicking off in the spring of 2016. The tour called "Messages of Our Mothers" will travel across the country and serve as a forum to dialogue with young African American men and women about the values and messages Black mothers share to help children succeed and survive in society. The conversation will focus on the core values of respect, education and financial stewardship as a vehicle to build strong families and communities.

"Dr. Height's mother, Fannie Burroughs Height, always stressed the importance

from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in Room 28 of the Bartow Community Center.

Also, be sure visit us at ctsah.net, as well as our FB page to learn more about the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing (CTSAH). Let us know if you like what you see. Leave a comment so that we’ll know you were there.

See you at the Annual Pot Luck Holiday Celebration!

—Sebastian Ulanga

of dressing for respect. It was a lesson and value that she carried with her, her entire life," said the Honorable Alexis M. Herman, the former U.S. Secretary of Labor, close friend of Dr. Height and senior advisor to NCNW. "We hope to instill the same values in today's young people."

Christmas Holiday Drive...This is the vision of our national organization.

Meanwhile on the homefront, here in Co-op City Section, we are starting our Christmas Holiday Drive in which each year we ask the Co-op City community to support our efforts to provide winter hats, scarfs, gloves, socks, Pampers/pull ups, and toys to the children at the Phipps Center in our neighborhood.

These items are for newborns through high school age children/teens. Canned goods are always appreciated by the families. Our donations always seem to get to the children right in time before the significant drop in temperature and the parents and children do express their appreciation. Your donations can be dropped off in Room 14, Dreiser Community Center, on Saturdays, December 5, 12, 19 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on Wednesday, December 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Gift Wrapping…Barnes & Noble in Bay Plaza every holiday season allows NCNW to wrap holiday gifts purchased in their store. Shoppers often tip the wrappers because of the added conven-

ience that we provide. This collaboration with a commercial partner in our neighborhood serves us both.

Membership Meeting…Members, our annual dues were due at our October meeting. If you have not yet paid, please mail your check payable to: NCNW Co-op City Section to P. O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. Better yet, bring your dues, as well as your donations, to Phipps Center to our next membership meeting on Sunday, December 13, at 3 p.m. in Room 11, Dreiser Community Center. If you are participating in our “grab bag,” be sure to bring your gift as well, and don’t forget your $10 for our Christmas party!

—Joyce Howard

Happy Holidays and greetings to all.

We have been blessed and fortunate for some pretty good weather thus far.

SPECIAL THANKS - to all of our cooperators of Building 27 who gave so generously in appreciation of our building porters, lobby attendants, postal clerk for all they do to service our building. We appreciate the cooperators who promise to come back and did so. We appreciate the cooperators who even came back and gave more. Know that the association appreciates your generosity and again, thank you. The staffing will thank you personally as they always do. We also

thank the volunteers who decorated each lobby of Building 27.

HOLIDAY PARTY - Our annual holiday party will be on Friday, December 18th, at 7 to 10 p.m. in the rear lobby of Building 27C. We welcome our new shareholders, please come one and all and meet and greet your neighbors.

To add some holiday cheer. We will again have a 3 PRIZE RAFFLE. We will have good food as long as it lasts, and music, just come and enjoy. If you would like to show your talent, sing, dance, recite a poem, by all means, let us know when you come down to the party.

Happy birthday to those celebrating a birthday in the month of December. We pray for all of our sick and shut-in for a speedy recovery. We extend our deepest sympathy to those who have lost a loved one. Please contact Lydia Rondon of the Sunshine Committee at 718-583-3040

regarding illness or bereavement.

Listen, in the midst of trouble everywhere, let us keep vigilant and prayerful.

Also continue to pray for our Board members and Management as they lead this great community and its people. Pray for leaders and the nations. —H. Overman

Happy Holidays! Our next meeting on Monday, December 14th, 7:30 p.m., activity room, will be a short one with some cheer and best wishes.

We would like to thank Sonia, Loretta, Donald and Mr. Plummer for their help in decorating our lobby. As I said above, we will have a short meeting with some refreshments and cheer along with prizes.

Best wishes to all who are celebrat-

ing a special event this month. Our thoughts and prayers go out to everyone who has suffered a loss or is sick and shut-in. If you see something, say something. To contact CCPD (Public Safety), call 718-671-3050.

Have a safe and thankful holiday and a happy New Year.

We can be contacted at MLSAH @aol.com or 718-379-7841.

—Sonja Maxwell

National Council of Negro Women

Building 27 Association

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Co-op City Times / December 12, 2015

Amended “Tabled” Second Reading: Resolution #15-59

SUBMITTED BY: Francine Reva Jones SECONDED BY: Rev. Deborah Jenkins BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, many shareholders have upgraded and/or modernized their sinks, at their own expense; and WHEREAS, some shareholders have expressed a desire for Riverbay to provide repair services for said upgraded and/or modernized sinks, but Riverbay has not granted approval for such renovations; and WHEREAS, the Maintenance Department Director has researched and identified various models of kitchen and bathroom sinks that would fit

Riverbay’s rough plumbing; and WHEREAS, the Riverbay Corporation’s Central Stores presently purchases and stores these plumbing parts for the Riverbay sinks; and WHEREAS, the Maintenance Department Director has stated that there would be no problem to service the kitchen and bathroom sinks for selected upgraded and/or modernized sinks; and WHEREAS, prior to the next Home Improvement Fair, Management will select a maximum of three kitchen and bathroom sinks that shareholders may install, at their own expense, for which Riverbay shall provide service; and WHEREAS, the Riverbay Maintenance Department will service the

shareholders’ upgraded and/or modernized sinks for an “at cost” fee for parts and/or a fair industry standard service fee, which shall be determined by Management.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board directs that Management, prior to the next Home Improvement Fair, select a maximum of three Riverbay approved sinks for installation by a NYC licensed plumber, at the shareholders own expense; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Riverbay Maintenance Department shall service the shareholders’ upgraded and/or modernized sinks for an “at cost” fee for parts and/or a fair indus-

try standard service fee, which shall be determined by Management; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution shall take effect thirty (30) days following the next Home Improvement Fair; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this new undertaking shall be evaluated six months following its implementation and again one year following its implementation.

YES: Atkins, Cylich, Gordon, Johnson, F. Jones, Leslie, Peterson, Saunders, Taylor, Turner, Williams NO: Graham ABSENT FOR VOTE: Jenkins ABSENT: Berk, Owens PASSED

agement Inc. recommends that Riverbay Corporation renew the auto insurance policy with Travelers.

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE, RESOLVED: that the insurance coverage offered by Travelers for the one year period November 1, 2015 through October 31, 2016 at an annual cost of $164,829 be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution 85-16 and amended by Resolution 95-

44, and that the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YES: Atkins, Cylich, Gordon, Graham, Jenkins, Johnson, F. Jones, Saunders, Turner, Williams NO: Taylor ABSTAIN: Leslie, Peterson ABSENT: Berk, Owens PASSED

Second Reading: Resolution #15-66

SUBMITTED BY: Junius Williams SECONDED BY: Rev. Deborah Jenkins BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, Riverbay Corporation’s auto insurance policy expires October 31, 2015 at an annual cost of $184,674; and WHEREAS, Riverbay Corporation’s outside insurance consultant Stockbridge Risk Management Inc. recommended

that only York and Travelers Insurance (the incumbent) be solicited for quotes based on the fact that there is a limited marketplace for mono line auto insurance; and WHEREAS, York quoted coverage at an annual cost of $250,000.00; and WHEREAS, Travelers quoted coverage at an annual cost of $164,829; and WHEREAS, Stockbridge Risk Man-

Second Reading: Resolution #15-67 SUBMITTED BY: Junius Williams SECONDED BY: Bill Gordon BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, Riverbay’s Contracts Department executed Contract 2880, Elevator Consultant for Maintenance/Monitoring and Category 1 & Category 5 Inspections with Triboro Elevator Consultants, LLC and the contract was approved by the full Board of Directors under Resolution 14-08 on March 12, 2014; and WHEREAS, the contract was approved for three

years with a not to exceed cost of $130,000; and WHEREAS, there is 1½ years left on the contract and because the contract has already used up 80% of the monies allocated due to unexpected additional inspections required, the Elevator Services Department is asking that an additional $105,000 be added to the contract amount to cover the cost of inspections and consulting services needed over the last 1½ years of the contract.

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: That Contract 2880 – Change Order 1, Elevator Consultant for Triboro Elevator Consultants, LLC be approved to add an

additional $105,000. The change order is submitted

by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution 95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YES: Atkins, Cylich, Gordon, Jones, Leslie, Peterson, Turner NO: Johnson, Saunders, Taylor, Williams ABSENT FOR VOTE: Graham, Jenkins ABSENT: Berk, Owens PASSED

Second Reading: Resolution #15-68 SUBMITTED BY: Junius Williams SECONDED BY: Bill Gordon BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, the Contracts Department sent out twenty-eight (28) requests for proposals for Bid #3027, Emergency Plumbing Repairs as needed; and WHEREAS, we received three (3) proposals which were sent for review; and WHEREAS, bids were reviewed in detail by the

Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager has determined Girardi Plumbing is the lowest responsible bidder (Recommendation attached); and WHEREAS, this will be a two year contract in which we will pay for emergency plumbing repairs as needed (spreadsheet attached).

NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract 3027 with Girardi Plumbing for a not to exceed contract amount of $300,000.00 for a period of two (2) years be approved as submitted by Management in

Second Reading: Resolution #15-71

SUBMITTED BY: Junius Williams SECONDED BY: Rev. Deborah Jenkins BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, Riverbay began its principal operations in the early 1970’s and as all established organizations must do, the Board of Directors needs to officially address management employee succession planning; and

WHEREAS, Succession Planning includes not only reviews of the company’s top executives, but also the next layer of management to determine if the company’s talent bench is deep or shallow.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That the Board directs that Management submit a Succession Plan to the Board within 120 days of this resolution, and annually therefore that includes, but is not limited to:

accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #8516 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

YES: Atkins, Gordon, Peterson, Saunders, Taylor, Williams NO: Cylich, Johnson, Leslie, Turner ABSTAIN: Jones ABSENT FOR VOTE: Graham, Jenkins ABSENT: Berk, Owens PASSED

1) Recommended succession planning and emergency candidates for General Manager, Chief Financial Officer, Director of Human Resources, Director of Buildings and Grounds, Maintenance Director, Director of Public Safety, Director of Procurement and the Director of the Power Plant 2) Succession Planning for all other Department Heads 3) Evaluation of internal and external candidates

4) Planned support to be provided after a successor is named BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That within 45 days of the passing of this Resolution, the Board designate an existing committee or a new committee whose responsibilities would include reviewing and advising the Board of the strengths and weaknesses of the Management Succession Plan.

TABLED (See page 18 for more resolutions)

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Co-op City Times / December 12, 2015

Construction Committee: Updates of Ongoing Construction & Maintenance Projects

been replaced and have (This is a continuation of last week’s Director’s Viewpoint passed all city Dep-artment viewpoint reporting from the Construction of Buildings and Committee.)

Department of Health tests, Power Plant including testing negative 1. Water Treatment Plant: Stantec, Treasurer for Legionnaires’ Disease. the engineering company of record for Because less water is lost the water treatment plant has been comfrom the tower, the new vents and panels are reducpiling a punch list for the companies ing our water bills. installing and supplying parts for the 5. Main Transformers: Four 27,000 volt main work (Maric Mechanical is the installer transformers are over 40 years old. These transand Avantech is the supplier). A problem formers step down voltage bulk load when we with a filter in the internal design has import power from Con Edison from 26,400v to been discovered, and a resolution has 13,200v, and when we sell back to Con Edison, they been requested of the Avantech step up the voltage - from 13,200v to 26,400v.

Company who agreed to correct at no Three of them have now been overhauled, but the cost to Riverbay. cost of overhauling the fourth has increased by Meanwhile, the process of commissioning the plant is $100,000 or 30%. Management is exploring options. going forward. The plant will begin to operate when the The transformer can either be overhauled or be replaced problems are resolved and is commissioned. Riverbay, by a cheaper new or rebuilt one. however, will retain General Electric as standby for the Capital Projects first 3 to 4 months of operation. When management 1. Lobby Doors to Meet the Standards of the determines that GE’s services are no longer needed, we Americans with Disabilities Act: The first installation can expect a savings of close to $800,000 a year. of such doors, by the Atlas Company in Building 15A, The contract costs are as follows: Avantech for equipwas not accepted by the building’s cooperators or by the ment: $1,159,700; Maric for installation: $4,950,000.

Board of Directors. A new architect hired to prepare new 2. High Pressure Boiler: The Boilermatic company drawings went out of business before completing the was contracted (9/24/15) to install the high pressure boilproject. Another group of architects completed a set of er. Six permits had to be filed to start the work. Fortunately, designs. The plans were sent out for bids, but none of the six existing 40-foot-long piles that supported the dismanbids received were acceptable. Bidders were asked to tled old boiler provide a foundation for the new boiler. prepare more acceptable packages. When they came Boilermatic is beginning initial work for the installation of back, the lowest bidder was contracted. But because he the boiler. We are still awaiting the delivery of 14 trailerwas not able to meet contract obligations, Riverbay terload of parts for the boiler from Victory. minated the contractor. The next lowest bidder, Acevedo 3. 460 Building Control Valves Replaced: Over Contracting, Inc. was engaged on 11/26/15 and is in the three years, 460 dual temperature, high temperature and process of preparing shop drawing and a project scheddomestic hot water control valves have been replaced in ule is forthcoming. However, Riverbay is considering all basements by Leonard Powers at a cost of preordering the doors, as a way to reduce the project $3,496,873. The valves are integrated into a new comtimeline. puterized control system. All 460 valves will be operat2. Renovating Shopping Centers Concrete and ed and maintained in the buildings, as well as from the Steel Works: After an unsatisfactory beginning, the main control center in the Power Plant, and by a secoriginal contractor, TCS, was terminated, as well as the ondary controller in the Maintenance Department. architect engineer. Another architect firm, The Falcon 4. Cooling Tower: Splash vents and drift panels have

Bernard Cylich

Group, has presented revised drawings, which have been submitted to the Department of Buildings for approval. Contractor bids for the renovation of all three shopping centers are due December 29, 2015.

3. Renovating Shopping Center Store Fronts: That work has been budgeted for a little over one million dollars. Specification for architect’s services are being prepared. Once completed and approved, then Request for Proposals (RFP) from architecture firms will be solicited.

4. Total Renovation of Dreiser Auditorium: The design phase has been completed. The project now awaits direction from the Board of Directors.

5. Balcony Repairs: As recommended by the architect, the project to repair balconies in several buildings is on hold until after the winter.

6. Painting of Public Hallways: Our public hallways have not been repainted for more than twenty years.

Management has chosen Building 7 for the pilot project.

Vendors have submitted cost estimates for painting only the hallways by non-union staff. Surfaces those vendors propose to paint would be: walls, ceilings, doors, frames, but not baseboards; also stairwell floors and walls, but not ceilings and not the compactor rooms or the basement.

The price asked for the package was $109,000 per tower building. However, management estimates that the figure per tower would rise to more than $140,000 if the work included not just the excluded items, but also the key task of plastering the surfaces prior to painting.

On the other hand, six in-house union painters and plasterers (members of District Council 9) did the job in Building 7 in six weeks for $66,000, including materials. That’s less than half the cost of an outside vendor. Luis Salazar, Riverbay’s Director of Maintenance, believes that the cost to paint three buildings could be as low as $150,000. At present, his staff is upgrading the lobby as a pilot project. If the cost and the appearance are acceptable, he will request authorization to renovate all lobbies.

Next Committee Meeting Riverbay Board’s Construction and Power Plant Committee will meet 7 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22.

Cooperators interested in joining the Committee may contact me at (718) 320-3300, Ext. 3351.

Co-op City Times / December 12, 2015

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Being honestly and accurately informed

For a Riverbay Board Director to protect the fiduciary responsibilities of Riverbay Corporation, each of us needs to be honestly and accurately informed of dozens of actions that range from everyday issues that need to be addressed, to situations that need both immediate, and long-term resolution to avoid being unsafe, and/or potentially costly to shareholders. Additionally, there’s a transitioning that may need to be considered if your particular vision is going to be proposed to the Board for consideration.

I believe that I have contributed to the Board in areas such as current & future political direction, and will continue to do so as Chair of the Legislative Committee.

In addition, with the new Ad Hoc Educational Committee, we are striving to get Harry S. Truman H.S., in particular, and the North East Bronx Education Park, in general, back in partnership with Co-op City residents, for whom it was originally built, and we have historically contributed to.

Management’s significance to the Riverbay Board cannot be understated.

First and foremost, management, and our one thousand and sixty something employees, are in charge of the corporation’s day-to-day operations.

For those of you who haven’t lived here forever, or maybe take it for granted, we are a city within a city within a state.

We are a $200,000,000 not-for-profit corporation that does not make or manufacture any product for sale.

With very limited other resources (revenues from commercial space, tax abatements, energy, cable, laundry machines, newspaper ads, some political grants, and maybe something else I’ve missed), the largest, and most important contribution

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to the success or failure of Co-op City is the carrying charges we pay each and every month that we reside here.

Shareholders elect the Board to hire responsible management, and for them to carry out the policy of the Board, which represents the sentiments of the shareholders, insofar as it does not impair our ability to meet our fiduciary responsibilities, and in my opinion, and at this time, that separation is not so clearly defined.

I believe that cooperators deserve some redefinition because the shareholder is both the customer and investor!

Therefore, I would like to instigate a review of management policy & procedures as they relate to pre and post MSI. I want to review exactly what shareholders are being charged for in the repair of our apartments, pre & post MSI. Our move in/move out procedures need to be addressed. I want to see an end to the U-Haul trailers backing up onto the dumpster pads and in our cul de sacs, unloading furniture & personal belongings at any time of the day or night, especially not these days!

To assist in reducing illegal subletting, I would like to discuss, and if found to be acceptable, introduce a resolution that would create a significant database of high quality, certified moving companies,

complete with insurance that will indemnify Riverbay Corporation’s responsibility of all actions or damages incurred in the moving process, and we provide the move-in.

We commit to the move-in process requiring the shareholder to pick up their apartment key on the pre-determined day of move-in only (unless special permission is given for early delivery of new furniture or appliance), and that a Public Safety officer be assigned to the building’s lobby where the new shareholder is moving into, so that a door held open for larger items does not permit unauthorized access into the building or usage of the reserved by permit, elevator by unauthorized individuals. Move-outs should be handled in a similar fashion, in the reverse. We’ve talked about this for years now, however, we the cooperators, and our Public Safety Dept., must be more vigilant together now than at any time before.

I’ve already inquired, but need clarification on two laundry room issues. The first concerns the need to have cooperators use $5 minimum card replenishments, and the second being the 25 cents discount two days a week.

The $5 minimum is for the laundry machine company’s convenience, period.

The moneybox would fill up sooner if the machine took dollar bills.

Either they get a bigger box, or do more frequent collections, but lower the replenish minimum to $1.

As for the extra 25 cents, depends upon your point of view. The extra revenue is needed, but I can advocate for lowering the price. Let me know.

The supervision of contractors, and/or their sub-contractor’s on Riverbay prop-

erty, must come under greater supervision

by Riverbay Corporation’s own staff.

In my opinion, from this day forward, no one should come onto our property to do work of any type without having obtained the following: 1. Signed in by Riverbay personnel 2. Show proper legal ID & company ID 3. Obtain temporary photo ID from Riverbay Corp. (to be worn at all times on the premises) 4. An escort to the worksite 5. Sign-out & surrender of Temp. ID to Riverbay personnel The predicament that we find ourselves in with the current elevator dilemma was predictable when the 2004 Board, MSI, and DHCR accepted the terms of the agreement for purchasing the wrong elevator motors some 11 years ago.

This Board, our legal team, and our elected officials, could make this right, because 55,000 cooperators should not be continually held responsible for the actions of those who did not at that moment in time act in our best interest.

I will, and I’m certain that this Board will do everything it can do to work this out without the burden being put on our backs again.

Finally, I wasn’t aware of the protocol used by management for the temporary changes in the parking of our vehicles in our garages, while the needed repaired work (covered by warranty) was being done, until that work got to Garage 6. I fully intend to comment on this, as well as establishing an understanding of just who owns our garages, and under which code, regulations, and laws shareholders are subject to comply with.

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From Broun Place Townhouse Association: It is beginning to look like the winter holiday has taken over Broun Place. Perhaps an award will be delivered to the neighbor with the most beautiful setup, according to the Executive Committee. Hanukkah, and its many spellings and lights, has begun. May we all share in the miracle, the festival of lights. Again though, warnings, regarding please be alert for scammers and shopping deals that are not! Cooperators are known for their compassion, but there are storytellers. Listen carefully and confirm information before you donate or make a purchase.

We are looking forward to the next big news on the proposed construction for a new entrance into Co-op City, Section 5 as

The season is upon us and things are about to get more hectic, so before that happens, Building 13 would like to wish everyone a Happy Holidays and a healthy, prosperous and happy New Year. Please take a moment of silence and say a prayer for the Co-op City family and friends we have lost this year.

Our building was especially busy these past few days with loads of activity taking place. Volunteers sat and collected in the lobby for several days. The building meeting was informative, the art gallery exhibit was impressive, and Women Keeping It

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for years this has been hoped for.You drive up the Hutch looking for the exit and there is none! However, Hutchinson River Park East is a mess of traffic. It is no longer a shortcut. Plans must involve modifications for that area and along “killer curve.”

Personally, I am reading and re-reading Mr. Stuttig’s article ’til I get a mental visual of the plan. Like Mr. Prince, Mr. Doyle, and Ms. Maxwell, in principle and theory this should be developed as it fulfills a longtime need. We will attend all open meetings on this project.

Thank you to those who joined the association by using the tear-off flyer – a similar flyer is going out to help us collect a gift for our current groundsperson.

Your donation is appreciated and as we have done annually, will be given to

our on-the-job groundskeeper, Marion.

Please keep in touch with your Executive Committee and discuss and/or refer your problems regarding sustaining Broun Place and Co-op City. Be on the lookout for people who are breaking our community rules, but please don’t “YOU” intervene. Report your observations to Public Safety, 718-671-3050, or drop a note to an executive committee member. Give specifics in your report and get the name of the person you are speaking with.

We hope your patios and terraces are prepared for fall winds and winter weather. Cover your tables, chairs and grills. Almost every corner of our neighborhood has a garbage can, use them for broken umbrellas, branches, and loose papers. Please pick up litter and follow

garbage recycling rules. For our use, there are huge, conveniently placed dumpster bins and garbage cans throughout Co-op City. Discarded appliances belong in closed bags; place them in back of the dumpster pad or in the green bin.

Some know a dear friend and former cooperator deceased last week. Everyone had a friend in Nancy Cosgrove. Sincere condolences, especially to her dearest, John, Christina and Julian and her New Jersey family.

We send our prayers for the families suffering in California and all over the world who have been hit by bullets and tragedy. Only with a peaceful settlement, bullet free environment and compromise can folks go forward and resume their lives.

—Eva Lazaar

Real was intellectually stimulating. Additionally, while music played and collections took place in the lobby on Saturday, neighbors danced in and pronounced it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as the decoration committee led by Doris Sanchez and assisted by Jessica Ortiz, Annice Bailey, Iris Lugo and others helped promote the Christmas spirit.

Our Children’s Holiday Party is scheduled for Saturday, December 19, from 2-5 p.m. in the association room.

The Adult Party will be held December 26, from 7:00-11:00 p.m. Come down

and bring a friend. The Pot Luck dishes are welcome. Please bring them down an hour before the scheduled time of the event. If you would like to make a donation, contact information is listed at the end of this article.

Taking care of a residential, 33 story building is a tremendous undertaking.

Our building staff takes pride in this building, along with the shareholders.

Additionally, they help us in various ways throughout the year. To show our gratitude and appreciation, donations will be collected in the lobby. Check the

bulletin board for updates on scheduled times and other information.

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

Inc. and mailed to Building 13 Assoc., 100 Casals Place #32K, Bronx, NY 10475.

For information, contact Gail Sharbaan, Treasurer, at 718-671-3801 or Leslie Peterson at 718-320-1370. Our website is http://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com.

As always, thanks for making our Team work.

—Leslie Peterson

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We Might Not Be Ready For An Online Payment System Co-op City Times / December 12, 2015

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Steps are being taken to try to upgrade our website again. But, my opinion is that Director’s things might not work out with this new website because we have too many negative issues here.

Drag and Drop In my previous articles, I outlined several things that have been dragging on for too long and then they were suddenly dropped.

For instance, look at the construction work in our malls. Look at the messy conditions on Co-op City Boulevard. Look at the scaffolding that's been up for at least a year. Look at the complaints that have been generated by our cooperators. Then, look at our website, riverbaycorp.com.

Now, ask yourself if it really makes sense to use this simplistic website to define our $213 million corporation. Of course not!

A good website is used by most companies to really showcase their business. So, they put up a powerful website that's very informative and easy to use. Costly?

Of course! But, you have to spend good money to get good results.

In our case, we were supposed to have a new website up and running on September 19. That is, of course, back in 2014. But, guess what happened to that website? Well, let's just say that the plans for installing that website were, um, dropped.

So, now we're in 2015, and we're back to square one.

But, this time, we have some serious issues with our IT Department. We have outdated software. And, we still have extensive problems with our email system.

Therefore, does it seem likely that we might have some issues with this new website? What about having a system on this website that accepts payments for carrying charges while we're dealing with these internal issues?

In my opinion, the timing is bad. However, if we could make some changes and bring in some really good professionals, then I believe that we could make things work. And, this online system could really benefit this community.

For instance, on the last business day of this past November, we had way over a thousand cooperators that completely jammed the Bartow payment office.

In fact, it was so bad that some cooperators had to sit in other rooms just to wait to pay their carrying charges.

So, on one hand, this system could help to deal with this problem. But, on the other hand, Riverbay will have to deal with several security issues that might come up with handling online payments.

Example, a major retailer just settled a class action lawsuit for $39.4 million because of a data breach that affected the personal information of almost 70 million people. Can a similar disaster happen here? Absolutely yes. And, that's why this matter is on the table before the launch of this new website.

So, my suggestions are to bring in some highly qualified professionals to deal with all of the severe issues in our IT Department. Then, upgrade all of our archaic systems so that everything can function in a proper manner.

Thereafter, a training program should be instituted so that our employees will have the knowledge to operate these new systems. Online payments? Credit cards?

Online account data breaches? Make sure that we have several powerful systems in place so that we can withstand these outrageous online hacking attacks.

We can make tremendous improvements here. But, we need to make a lot of changes here and hire a professional management company to move this place forward. Thereafter, we must make sure that they deliver good results to us.

Real Estate Changes in the Bronx Although we consider Co-op City to be a city within a city, we cannot lose sight of what's going on in other areas of the Bronx. So, that's why I print information so that everyone can see exactly how neighborhoods are changing in the Bronx.

Thirty-eight (38) small businesses in Parkchester are being pushed out to make way for a new $15 million commercial development. Some of these stores were in business for many years. A huge building will likely be constructed in this area.

Macy's has expanded their presence in the Bronx.

Just recently, they took over the previous location that Sears occupied, at Fordham Road and Webster Avenue.

The store’s name is Macy’s Backstage.

Two 25-story buildings will be erected in the socalled Piano District, 2401 Third Avenue and 101 Lincoln Avenue. This Bronx property, near the Third Avenue bridge, will charge $3,750 a month for rent for a 1-bedroom apartment.

The MTA had wanted to put up ano-ther bus depot on some vacant land near Home Depot, on Gun Hill Road. But, that land was sold to developers for $30.5 million. And, now, the current plans call for an outdoor mall consisting of six, 23 story buildings to be constructed on this site.

Also, depending on financing, a 100-unit senior housing development might also be constructed on this site.

A small retail center, with several businesses, will be constructed at the former gas station on Bartow Avenue

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and Baychester Avenue. Then, moving north, a new Taco Bell is being constructed at the former gas station on Conner Street and Baychester Avenue.

Close The holiday parties are in full swing. So, I want to encourage everyone to please do not drink and drive.

Thank you.

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

Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson@optonline.net. (There are absolutely no problems with this email address. So, please double-check the spelling of this address if your message bounces back to you.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson.

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

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Resolutions

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Second Reading: Resolution #15-69

SUBMITTED BY: Junius Williams SECONDED BY: Rev. Deborah Jenkins BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, On June 18, 2014 the Board passed Resolution #14-36 to lease the former bingo hall at 2081 Bartow Avenue to the Riverbay Fund at the rate of $100.00 a year for two years and on January 21, 2015 the Board passed Resolution #15-07 to extend the

bingo hall lease until January 31, 2025 at the rate of $3.00 a square foot; and WHEREAS, to date the lease of the bingo hall to the Riverbay Fund has not been approved by HCR and HUD and the space remains vacant and nonincome producing: and WHEREAS, On October 17, 2015 the Board approved Resolution #15-63 which provided that if Riverbay Fund’s lease was not approved by April 7, 2016 that the lease would then be offered for rent at market rates; and WHEREAS, The bingo hall, at 9,531 square feet, has a potential to bring

Riverbay $40,000.00 a month rent at market rates and a six-month delay in renting until April 7, 2016 may result in a loss of income to Riverbay of $240,000.00.

WHEREAS, The Board has an obligation to provide the most economical operation of Co-op City in order to maintain the lowest possible carrying charges and the potential loss of $240,000 in commercial rent income is not in the best interest of shareholders.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that Resolutions #14-36, #1507 and #15-63 are hereby rescinded and Management is directed to immediately

offer the vacant space of the Bingo Hall, located at 2081 Bartow Avenue, for rent at market rates; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Management is directed to take all necessary steps to carry out this Resolution and the President is authorized to sign all related documents.

YES: Atkins, Gordon, Graham, Jenkins, Johnson, F. Jones, Peterson, Saunders, Williams NO: Cylich, Leslie, Taylor, Turner ABSENT: Berk, Owens

the premises at 2063A Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Genial Management Inc., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the

President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: Atkins, Cylich, Gordon, Graham, Jenkins, F. Jones, Leslie, Peterson, Saunders, Turner NO: Johnson, Taylor, Williams ABSENT: Berk, Owens PASSED

PASSED

Second Reading: Resolution #15-72 SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Bill Gordon BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, Genial Management Inc. has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 2063

Bartow Avenue, (3,391 sq. ft.) Bronx, New York, to be used as a multi-specialty office with general surgery; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is ten years with a 5 year renewal option and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the lease agreement for

Amended Second Reading: Resolution #15-74 SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Cleve Taylor BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: December 9th, 2015

WHEREAS, Hair Plaza Inc. has requested a lease from Riverbay Corporation for the premises at 2063 Bartow Avenue, (1,975 sq. ft.) Bronx, New York, to be used as a full service beauty salon including sale of wigs, cosmetics & sundry items limited to one counter; and WHEREAS, the term of the lease is twelve years (12) and annual rental rates are within the provisions of Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RE-

SOLVED, that the lease agreement for the premises at 2069 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, New York, by and between Riverbay Corporation, Owner, and Hair Plaza Inc., Tenant, containing the terms as negotiated by Riverbay Corporation’s management is hereby approved as submitted by management in accordance with Resolution #85-16 as amended by Resolution #95-44; and be it FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President of the Corporation is authorized to sign the lease agreement and related documents on behalf of Riverbay Corporation.

YES: Atkins, Cylich, Gordon, Graham, Jenkins, F. Jones, Leslie, Saunders, Turner, Williams NO: Johnson, Peterson, Taylor ABSENT: Berk, Owens PASSED

Circle of Christ Church

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

La familia de la Iglesia Circulo de Cristo les extiende una calida invitacion a usted y su familia para que vengan a alabar y adorar a Dios juntos con nosotros. Nos encontramos en el 147 de Dreiser Loop, al nivel del patio. (Localizado en el centro comunal de Dreiser.)

Thought for this week/ Reflexion para la semana Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken, but endures forever.

Los que confian en Jehova son como el monte de Sion,Que no se mueve, sino que permanece para siempre. Salmo

125:1 English Church Services Schedule Wednesday, 7 to 9 p.m., Prayer & Bible Study Friday, 7 to 9 p.m., Youth Night Sunday, 11 a.m. Worship and the Word Children Church, 5 years old to 12 years old Little lamb nursery Tuesday and Thursday, 9 a.m., Prayer and the Word Horario de Servicios en Espanol Domingo, 9-10:30 a.m., Alabanzas y Predicacion Jueves, 12:00 p.m., Oracion y Estudio Biblico Special Events/Eventos Especiales Christmas Party, Friday, December 18 at 6 p.m. All are welcome.

—Pastor Sam Colon

Please Refrain From Littering. Keep Co-op City Clean!

Thank you!

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

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

Most Union and Insurance Plans Accepted.

HIP CMO (Montefiore) Health Plan Accepted.

We participate in Postal Workers, Mail Handlers, Letter Carriers, Verizon Workers, 1199, GHI, Blue Shield, Empire Plan, Medicare, Travelers, United Health Care and many other union and major medical plans.

Se Habla Español MEDICARE ACCEPTED • HOUSE CALLS BY APPOINTMENT

Diabetic Patients with Medicare may be eligible for shoes.

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Building 31 Association

Happy Chanuka and soon to be a Merry Christmas. We’ve decorated our lobbies and wish to thank everyone who volunteered and helped to beautifully transform the lobbies. You all responded to our cry for help and that was truly a proud moment to see some of our neighbors respond and bring

their creativity. Although volunteers are not mentioned by name today, they will be acknowledged at a later date.

How do we say thank you or show our appreciation for our Maintenance staff and lobby attendants? Well, we do it at this time of the year. They make sure we have a clean and safe building.

Association collection started on Wed., December 9th and Dec. 11th. Our last day to sit in the lobby will be today, Saturday, Dec. 12th, 11 a.m. until 4 p.m.

Please check poster between elevators regarding the annual HOLIDAY PARTY, Friday, Dec. 18th. We ask that

you bring a homemade dish as this is your cost to greet and meet your neighbors while you listen to good music while dining together. Hopefully, you participate. Poster will have additional information.

—Marilyn McDaniel

Holiday greetings to all of our Co-op City families, friends, neighbors, merchants, and especially our new residents. The leaves have changed to beautiful fall colors throughout Co-op City, so get out and enjoy the beauty of our neighborhood by taking a leisurely stroll on the greenway or to our beautiful shopping mall.

We send loving wishes to all of you celebrating birthdays, wedding anniversaries, new births, and other celebrated

events during the month of December.

Well wishes for a speedy recovery to all home-bound, sick, and hospitalized persons. Our deepest condolences are sent to those families who have experienced the recent loss of a loved one.

May you be blessed during this difficult time of bereavement.

Our custodial staff again would like to thank all of the cooperators from Building 26 who generously donated to the annual Holiday collection. The cus-

todial staff extends their heartfelt holiday wishes to everyone.

A reminder that our annual holiday party is Friday, December 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the rear lobby of 2420 Hunter Avenue. Please RSVP by calling Pat Cipollaro at (718) 322-2217

by Monday, December 14. You must be a Building 26 Association duespaid member to attend. Looking for volunteers to assist with setting up the party and for the clean up after-

wards. Interested persons, please call Pat Cipollaro at the aforementioned telephone number. Hope to see you so we can all celebrate some holiday cheer.

Let’s all work to help keep Co-op City clean by properly disposing trash into the nearest garbage receptacle. If you see something, say something by calling 9-1-1 for emergencies and 3-1-1 for all non- emergency incidents.

—YuVonne Lewis

Building 26 Association

Evangelical Church of Co-op City – UMC Open Doors, Open Hearts and Open Minds

Come & Visit Us – We welcome you to God’s House – Your House – One Family in Christ. We are a congregation with spirit-filled worship, offering a variety of opportunities for spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community. We are a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and bilingual congregation and all are welcome.

Services are at the church at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across the street from Building 30. Parking is available. Our phone number is (718) 320-3795, and leave a message, if there is no answer.

Pastor Magaly Beltré is at the church on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays.

Sunday Services – The first Sunday of the month is a bilingual service with communion at 11:30 a.m. Each Sunday the English Service is at 11:30 a.m. and

the Spanish Service is at 1:30 p.m.

Children: Sunday School will be at 10am for all children ages 4 to 12 years.

Bring your children so they may learn what the bible says and have fun with all the other activities.

Prayer Night (English) & Prayer Morning (Spanish): The Lord said, “Whenever two or more are gathered in my name, I am in the midst of them.”

Matthew 18:20. Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday mornings at 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Come and bring your prayer needs so we can pray together. Re-member that prayer brings many blessings, which God has promised to all his children that have a personal relationship with Him. Friday Family Night: Friday nights is the time for the family to come and

Hi, neighbors of Building 25. As stated in previous articles, I would like our weekly news articles to reflect safety, peace of mind for all of us and community involvement.

A reminder, if you have not done so, please donate to the 2nd Annual Toy Drive sponsored by Co-op City Department of Public Safety. The Toy Drive donation period ends December 21.

Our building association meets every third Tuesday of the month generally from September through June at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make it to meetings due to scheduling or other obstacles in your way, please log onto our building email address at building 25ca@gmail.com and address your emails to any or all members of Building 25 Association.

to come and register. Students range in age from 5 to 100 years.

Trip to see Samson at Sight & Sound: We are going to Lancaster, Pa. to see the new show of Samson on Friday, June 3, 2016. Cost will be $146/person, children 12 & under are $106/child. Please get your $50/person deposit(s) in quickly since we expect to have seats go fast. Call Barbara at (347) 603-7473 to let her know that you are interested.

I’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who came out for the “Lighting of the Manger” Sunday evening. We had a nice crowd and everyone just had a good time, singing and having treats and hot chocolate.

Hope to see more people out next year.

—Barbara Penn

However, there will be no Building 25 Association meeting this month as we get ready to decorate our lobby with Christmas decorations and prepare for our Christmas celebration gathering in Building 25 meeting room. Information will be posted by elevators, let’s do our

neighborly part to make Building 25 Christmas 2015 a success.

I will close with the following quote: “Unless we make Christmas an occasion to share our blessings, all the snow in Alaska won't make it ‘white’.”—Bing Crosby —Wanda Bailey

Building 25 Association

Building 33 Association

Upcoming meetings: Building meeting on Tuesday, December 15th Holiday Potluck Party We will be having our holiday potluck party on Saturday, December 19th starting at 6 p.m.

Bring your favorite holiday dish and enjoy great times and food with your neighbors!

We will also be holding a drawing for a gift card for all the units that have paid building dues.

Upcoming events Pokeno Night: Wed., December 9th Bingo Night: Thurs., December 17th Events will be from 7 p.m.-9 p.m.

have Bible study in English and Spanish. There are also other activities.

The youth have a special time with the 4:12 Youth Group (ages 13 – 21). It is truly a joyous time for all.

Women’s Fellowship: is the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. – 12 noon.

Men’s Fellowship: is the last Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. – 12 noon.

Crescendo Christian Music School: Are you interested in learning how to play an instrument or sing, come join the music school. Piano, guitar, drums, violin, voice and other instruments.

Registration for the fall season is here and cost is very reasonable.

Registration is free. Call Maestro Frank Colon (917) 753-3644 to set up a time

in the association room.

Our Bingo and Pokeno nights are doing well. People are having a great time and having lots of fun. These events will be continuing into December.

Thoughts and prayers for any other of our sick and shut-in neighbors. Get well soon.

We have a Facebook page: Building 33 Association. We also have a website: www.building33.org and you can email us at: bldg33Assoc@gmail.com, you can also call or text our Building 33 hotline number, 347-746-0608.

—Tobias Garcia

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Association of Building 14 Cooperators

Holiday greetings to all! Happy Hanukah!

The Association of Building 14 Cooperators continues to do its part to bring joy and festivity in recognition of the many celebrations held during this time of the year.

Let’s back-track a little bit. “Congratulations” to Stan A. and his wife, who were the lucky winners of our annual $25 Gift Card for Thanksgiving. A few November meeting attendees were also fortunate as recipients of door prizes, including gift cards for Stop N Shop, Outback and a MetroCard.

Moving into the December holidays, words of grat-

itude go out to Mr. Ari V. for donating the gorgeous prelit Christmas tree, tree skirt and light strands. The fabulous tree, adorned by Sandy M., Muriel A., Evelyn M., and Genevieve, set the tune for decorating the lobby in simple and classy way. Of course, Peter G. joined for the first time this year by Gerald, worked magic with the lighting. And, the finishing touches to the walls and windows were tastefully completed by the decorating team of Debbie H., Genevieve, Gerald, Sandy, Allan W., and myself. If anyone was missed, please know that we appreciate your willingness to pitch in and add to the quality of the life in our building!

Time being as precious as it is, we thank the volunteers who took time out of their busy schedules to sit in the lobby for the holiday collection for building staff – Sandy M., Diedre M., Allan W., Debbie H., Geri B., and Darlene D. – as well as cooperators who provided food and/or hosted our building’s annual Holiday party. A Volunteer Appreciation event is being planned for the new year.

Best wishes to all celebrating birthdays, promotions, and other successes. Our condolences to those grieving the loss of a loved one. Reach your association at theab14c@hotmail.com or 917.612.1951.

—J. Ferguson

Happy Chanukah to all of our neighbors!

Please remember the last day for our Building 10 Association toy drive is Wednesday, December 16th.

The toy drive is to ensure that the children of the Bronx living in shelters have the joy of a gift during the holidays. Toys are being collected in the Building 10 Association room. The schedule for the collection of toy donations is every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday between the hours of 10 a.m. -12 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. Please donate an unwrapped toy and help us bring a smile to the face of those children living in a Bronx shelter this holiday season.

Here is your chance to say thanks! You will see associ-

ation members in the lobby in early December accepting donations for building and ground personnel. This contribution is your holiday gift to say thank you to the people who take care of our building and grounds. Association members will be in the lobby and available from 11 a.m.

– 2 p.m. and again from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. on the dates below.

Bring your donation on any date to these locations and times: December 10th, Building 10B; December 11th, Building 10C; December 15th, Building 10A. Here are the events planned for the New Year. The Youth Committee is looking forward to hosting a Youth Movie Night on January 9th for children age 7 years old and up. Parents must accompany their chil-

Next Defensive Driving class The next Black Forum defensive driving course will be Saturday, January 12, Room 1, Dreiser Community Center, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course.

Turkey raffle Get your ticket today. $1. Call (718) 320-8035.

Winners will be listed in the Saturday, December 19th issue of the Co-op City Times and also called to pick up their turkey.

Black Forum Aerobics and Zumba It’s time to get in shape, get healthy and feel healthy.

Body by Andrea’s aerobics classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursday. Classes are in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 320-8035. Nominal fee for each class.

Black Forum’s Lyons Mane Track Club Lyons Mane Track Club is now indoors in the Dreiser Auditorium. Register now by calling (718) 3208035. Youth ages 8-18. Practice on Mondays & Wednesdays.

Cooking classes starting soon If you enjoy cooking or would like to learn how to prepare healthy meals for yourself and your/or your family, please call (718) 320-8035.

Sound Off, Co-op City, coming soon We will be starting Sound Off, Co-op City, for all cooperators to express themselves on the issues facing our community. Meetings will be held once or twice a month. More to follow. If interested, please call (718) 320-8035.

Food distribution sites On Thursdays, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Likewise, residents of Building 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. For information, please call (718) 320-8035.

Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 in the

dren and be present!

Mark your calendar for our first 2016 General Membership meeting which is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, January 12, 2016 in the association room in rear lobby of Building B. The same week, following the Open Meeting, we will have a New Year celebration on Saturday, January 16th; look here for more details to follow.

We look forward to seeing you at our events and meetings. You are our strength and inspiration!

Be safe and vigilant and have a happy Holidays from your Building 10 Association!

—Ron Campbell

Reminder to shareholders

No dogs, except service animals, are allowed on Co-op City premises. Service dogs are welcomed and must follow Riverbay Rules and Regulations which include being properly tagged and leashed.

If you witness a dog violating the Rules and Regulations, please call Public Safety at (718) 6713050, and a Public Safety Officer will be dispatched to investigate.

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Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future.

We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 3208035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com or tonyshome10475@gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City.

Everyone is encouraged to join. Call or visit us, Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center.

—Tony Illis

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Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Note: The RETIREES will hold their Memorial Service in honor of our members who departed this life in the year 2015 on Sunday, December 13th.

We invite you to join us at the Memorial Service which will be held at the Co-op City Baptist Church, 11 a.m. service.

The church is located in the Einstein Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50.

The Retirees Scholarship Committee wishes to extend a special “thank you” to all members and friends who donated their delicious homemade cakes and cookies and monetary donations. The Committee members are overjoyed at the incredible success of their FIRST Scholarship Bake Sale Fundraiser, which was made possible with the support of the community. Look for them

again in 2016.

Travel Events: (LORANTS Coach Bus - located Dreiser Loop, opposite H&R Block) ● January 13&14, 2016 (Wed. & Thurs.) FOXWOODS RESORT CASINO, CT. Tanger Outlets at Foxwoods is the nation’s first Tanger Outlets collection of premium brands under one roof!

Price: Double $130/single $175. DEPOSITS REQUIRED: Double $65/ single $90. FINAL BALANCE DUE (double $65/single $85) by Monday, December 7th. Lorants Coach bus. Depart: 11 a.m.

Contacts: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Barbara W, 718-320-0500. ● March 24, 2016 (Thurs.) SANDS CASINO RESORT, BETHELEM, PA. Just steps from the casino floor, hotel, and event center, the outlets feature all of your

favorite selections at a fraction of the price. Price: $35. Lorants Coach bus.

Depart: 8:45 a.m. Contacts: Serita G., 347-564-5722/Barbara W., 718-320-0500.

Theatre Committee: (*price includes transportation): ● Sat., Dec. 19th, 6 p.m. show. Price: $35. HOME FOR CHRISTMAS. CANCELLED. ● Thurs., March 10, 2016, 7:00 p.m. show. Price: $117. COLOR PURPLE, Jacob Theatre. Final payment due ASAP. Contact: Eleanor Barlow, 718-324-7847.

Good and Welfare Our deepest condolences to the family of Olivia Woods who passed away on Thursday, December 3rd. Those of you still under the weather, know that you are thought of warmly and wished brighter days. Call Josephine Flowers,

718-320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements.

Remember – Your DEPOSIT, along with your name and telephone number, is required to reserve your trip &/or theatre seat. Check/money order addressed to RETIREES OF DREISER LOOP. Committee members will be available in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:305:00 p.m.

“As this new month of December 2015 begins, here are our wishes for you: May this month bring you satisfaction, peace and joy. May all the desires of your heart be granted. May this be the beginning of new things in your life. Stay strong, be positive and fulfill your dreams.”

Happy new month, friends.

—Claudette Davis

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 75-3111, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475 President: Jerome Rice Office telephone: (718) 320-3210 Address: 135 Einstein Community Center, Room 36 Membership Meeting - December 20th at 3:00 p.m. All welcomed.

Voter registration forms available in English & Spanish. VOTER REGISTRATION IS AN ONGING ACTIVITY. Our goal is to register ALL ELIGIBLE

VOTERS, 18-45 years.

FYI: Presidential Primary – April 19, 2016; Federal Primary – June 28th; State & Local Primary – September 28th; General Election – November 8th. Every election is an important election. Be prepared to VOTE! Save The Dates December 20th – Branch Membership Meeting & Holiday Party at 3 p.m.

December 27th – Kwanzaa Celebration with Coalition at Bartow at 3 p.m.

January 9, 2016 – NAACP NYSC 1st Quarterly Meeting January 16, 2016 – Jubilee Day Celebration hosted by Walt Disney PS 160 and the PTA at 2 p.m.

January 24th – Membership Meeting at 3 p.m.

January 30th – Kevin Shaw Jr. Memorial Scholarship event February 10, 2016 – Black History Month Essay & Art Contest with prizes at PS 160

Wednesday evenings, 6-7 p.m.

Remember! Our branch is here to address the five game changers in the community. The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is the oldest civil rights organization and its mission and goals are STILL RELEVANT! Ensuring the political, educational, economic equality of rights of all persons and to eliminate discrimination.

—Jerome L. Rice

Greetings to all of our Post members who are homebound and recovering from various medical operations. We wish you a speedy recovery.

Happy birthday to all our members who will be celebrating this month.

Our Post is always looking for new members to join, so if you are a VETERAN from any branch of the military, stop by. Bring your DD-214 with you.

Post 1871 is located in Section #5 in the community center in 135 Einstein Loop, Room 41. Our office telephone number is (718) 320-8165; our email address is post1871@optimum.net.

The following Post members gave out Christmas presents at the Bronx VA Hospital on December 5: Bronx

County Commander A. Feliciano, Post Com-mander Jerome Rice, Vice Commander Robert Dean, Donald Fuller, James Lowell, A. Codrington and Richard I. Lawson, Jr. Guest volunteer, Milton, thanks for your time in serving our wounded veterans. Each veteran was given a blanket and a ten dollar book to be used in the coffee shop.

At the Holiday Meal, the award for the Legion of the Year will be awarded to one of our Post members. At the next meeting on December 19, Post 1871 will have Holiday Dinner for all of our Post members.

We ask that all Post members who intend to come “PLEASE BRING A

DISH” to serve. Our Post commander requests that you contact him and let him know what you will be bringing so that we will not have everyone bring the same thing. The contact number for Jerome Rice is 917-671-7862. The meeting will start at 11:00 a.m. sharp in Room 41, so please arrive on time.

One of our Post’s oldest member, Willie Thompson who resides at the Bay Park Nursing Home in the Bronx would like to hear from our Post members. He is on the 12th floor, so if you get a chance, stop by and say hello.

Next year, Post elections will take place, so keep in mind who you would like to be the next Post commander along with other positions in the Post.

The Bronx County Holiday meeting will take place on December 13. You will have to call the Post to find out the time the meeting will start.

I would like to wish all of our Jewish Post members a happy CHANUKAH "Soldier for life," any person who is retired from the Army will follow this slogan.

Q: How many elves does it take to change a light bulb?

A: Ten, one to change the light bulb and nine to stand on each other’s shoulders.

This information was provided to you by your Post information officer.

—Richard I. Lawson, Jr.

NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210

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Do you feel stuck in your circumstances? Feel like you just can't get ahead? If this is supposed to be "the most wonderful time of the year," then why does it seem to leave us wanting more? Why do we feel so overwhelmed? We look forward to the gifts, music and traditions, but the presents and the parties are never enough. So what do we really need? God knows exactly what's going on in your life, and He wants to bring you hope. Join us this Sunday as we continue our teaching series, "A Thrill of Hope"... because hope is what we all need! Here's what you can expect when you come to our Worship Experience!

Newsong Church is a multi-cultural church that believes God has a purpose and a plan for your life.

We exist to reach people who are far away from God, and teach them how to follow Jesus step-by-step.

That's why you will find our Sunday Worship Experience to be so warm and friendly, we genuinely care about you! We're not concerned about where you've been, but where you're going. You see, we've all got a past, we've all made mistakes, and we still

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Praise and Worship begins at 9:30 a.m.

Church telephone: (347) 346-5790; email: fatwcc@aol.com.

Weekly Worship Experiences: Tuesday Prayer Service, 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday Bible Study, 6:30 p.m.

Sunday Morning Worship, 9:30 a.m.

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

Church Mission: To empower, educate and motivate men, women, boys and girls to reach their full potential and live abundant lives through preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Come worship with us – where we honor tradition, but are not bound by it! All are welcome to join us any and every Sunday because our goal is to share

Building 22A & B Association

I want to thank all volunteers on the A and B side for a fantastic job on the lobby decorations as always.

The next Holiday/Christmas appreciation collection for the A side maintenance staff will be Tuesday, December 15, from 6-8 pm. Donations for the B side will be posted.

With all the shopping, our compactor room will be full. Please take all big boxes down to the ash cart area in the basement. Flatten smaller boxes—shoe boxes, cereal, soda boxes, etc., go on the wooden ledge.

Washed bottles and cans go in the plastic bag. Put oil in closed containers and mark “oil” on them, and put it under the wooden ledge.

January 16, 2016 will be our first game night – Pokeno game, 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

Come and enjoy the evening.

Next meeting is January 25, 2016, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m.

—Betty Leak

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As God puts us back together, we're realizing that although our past has shaped us, it does not define us! We're finding out that not only does God love us with a radical and unconditional love, but that He loves us just as we are!

At Newsong Church, we believe that the Bible is the greatest book ever written, containing the greatest story ever told, and that each of us are part of Hisstory! In fact, we have a saying at our church: "If you're not dead, God's not done with you!" We don't just believe this for the adults, but for our children as well!

At Newsong Church, we're so passionate about our children learning about Jesus, that we created a church just for them called Kidsong! At Kidsong, our children learn about Jesus in a safe, fun, age-appropriate learn-

ing environment! We also have a fully staffed nursery!

We hope that you will join us this Sunday! Our Worship Experience is located at 177 Dreiser Loop in Auditorium B. Parking is available in the parking garage, just bring your ticket in for validation. Deaf interpretation is available during our adult worship experience. If you have any questions you can contact us: Church office: 140 Alcott Place Bldg.19.

Office hours: Tuesday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

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Saturday, December 19 is our last Victory Over Depression Workshop for the year. Please join us at 10:30 a.m. to be blessed by the testimony of Brother Bob Bennett who suffered with the spirit of depression for 18 years and through Jesus Christ received victory.

December 20th is our 4th Week of Advent Litany and Communion Worship, followed by the Faith Cafe and Pantry Ministry in Dreiser, Room 4.

Join us on December 31, from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. for our New Year's Eve Worship Service.

DvineExpressions Book Club: The Faith Family Life Center will host a monthly gathering of avid book lovers and those who want the fellowship of a Book Club. The club will read books of NYCTri-state area authors, national authors and have light refreshments during fellowship. As the author of two books, I know how important it is to meet the

audience who reads and purchase your book and how important it is hear feedback. Our first book will be Destiny by Bishop T.D. Jakes. Register with the club and we can get bulk discount pricing. Our first meeting will be in December, 2015. If you're interested, please email Pastor Jenkins at fatwcc @aol.com.

2nd Worship Service: FREE TO WORSHIP!!!

FEBRUARY 28, 2016, 12 p.m., we will be adding an additional worship service!! It will be a non-traditional Free 2 Worship Hour of Power!! We are so excited!! Like our current worship service, this will be for everyone!!! If you love Jesus and for whatever reason have felt marginalized and kept from him, this is for you!! If you are raising a family and want the guidance of the Holy Spirit, this is for you!!

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Church of the New Vision

Pastor Anne L. Palmore and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning.

The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian love and friendly hospitality.

We also invite the youth of our com-

munity to attend our Sunday Morning services, which are designed to meet the spiritual needs of our young people.

Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus.

Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God. List of Events Come cruise with us in 2016, leaving from NYC on the Fun Ship, Carnival Sunshine, Aug. 1-9. Itinerary:

Amber Cove, Dominican Rep., Grand Turk and Half Moon Cay, Bahamas.

Cost per person: Interior $1,340, Ocean View $1,420; Balcony $1,710 (tax and port charges included). A $50 nonrefundable deposit is due now; monthly payment accepted; 50% due Feb. 21, 2016; Full balance due May 11, 2016.

For payment or information, contact Sadie James, (718) 652-8943, or Hermena Smith, (718) 708-5035.

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

Church Schedule Sunday School - 9:00 a.m.

Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

Communion Service - Every first and third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.

The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m.

Neighborhood Bible Study - Thursday

at 10:00 a.m.

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every first, second and third Fridays at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday School Breakfast Program for our children and youth Sunday School for children and youth is now in session. Our program begins at 9:00 a.m. with breakfast to follow. We welcome new and returning students and look forward to another opportunity to help train our children for a lifetime of faith and christian growth.

Other Scheduled Events POSTPONEMENT: Please note that the Shepherd’s Ministry’s Raffle Drawing scheduled for Sunday, December 6th has been postponed to Sunday, December 13th.

The Willing Workers Annual Natural Pecan and Pecan Clusters Sale will be

held after service. Stop by their table and pick up a great holiday gift of pecans.

Saturday, December 19th, 3:00-8:00 p.m., come celebrate the Holiday Season with our Community Protestant Church Family at our Annual Christmas Party sponsored by the North Carolina Team, Bartow Community Center, Room 31, Co-op City. Music by Samuel Wilson Jr. Donation: Adults - $15; Children under 16 years of age free (must be accompanied by parent or guardian). For tickets, call (718) 994-3751 or (917) 509-2030.

Friday, December 25th, 9:00 a.m.

- Christmas Service at Community Protestant Church. Before or after opening your Christmas gifts, come out and give God thanks for the great-

Fr. Taylor and the congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invite you to worship with us in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome.

Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Bible study is held each Wednesday at 7 p.m. Choir rehearsal is on Thursday at 7 p.m.

The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month.

Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month.

The men hold their meeting after service on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

We look forward to welcoming

everyone to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, December 13, when we will celebrate the Third Sunday of Advent.

This will be a service of Lessons and Carols.

Please note that the Annual Meeting and election of officers will be held immediately after service on Sunday, December 20.

Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate.

For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718320-0844, or visit our website: http:// www.stjosephsepcbronx.org.

“Sing to the Lord, for he has done glorious things; let this be known to all the world.” (Isaiah 12:5) —M. Chambers

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St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

Be especially vigilant this holiday season.

If you SEE something, SAY something!

Notify Public Safety, 718-671-3050

25 Samson. Adults: $150 and youth 12 and under, $145. One-day package includes: round-trip transportation, all you can eat at Old Country Buffet, all taxes & gratuities, show and outlet shopping. For tickets, call church at 718-671-8746.

The Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone: (718) 671-8746 or (718) 320-0409. Our mailing address is: P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475.

Please visit our website at www. churchofnewvision.com.

—Carole Haque

est gift of all - His Son Jesus - and enjoy the fellowship of a wonderful Christmas Morn.

Instead of Watch Night Service, Community Protestant will have “A YEAR-END CELEBRATION SERVICE” on Thursday, December 31st at 6:00 p.m. All are welcome to join in this special service of prayers and thanksgiving for the past year and looking forward with prayerful anticipation to the coming New Year 2016.

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

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Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Activities in Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Activities in Room 49 unless otherwise noted Library 9:30am-1pm Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45 Line Dancing 10-11am,

Activities in Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Word Games 9:30-11am Bingo 12:30-2:00pm Arthritis Exercises 11am-noon Library 9:30am-1pm

Weight Management

Rm. 45

Around The Lunch Table 11:30am Word Search

10am-12pm

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30am

Stay Well Exercise 12-1pm, Rm. 4

Diabetes Support Group

Bereavement Counseling

1:00-3:00pm, Rm .35

Room 25 – 2:00pm Card Games 2-4pm Dominoes 2:30 pm

3:00-4:00pm, Rm. 35

1:00pm – Last Monday of the month Gentle Yoga 1:15-2pm, Rm. 2

Diabetes Support Group

Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 1:30-2:30pm Intermediate Yoga

2nd Monday - 1:00pm

2-3pm, Rm. 2

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

9:30-11:30am Bingo 12:30-2:00pm

Dominoes 10am

Walking Club

Tai Chi 11am, Rm. 45

10:30-11:30am

Cultural Dance

Caregiver Support Group 1:00pm 1st & 3rd

Matinee Movie

10:30 – 11:30am, Aud. B

10am-noon, Rm. 45

Mind Teasers

Pokeno 1-3pm, Rm. 35

12-1pm, Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2pm, Aud. A

Tues

Card Games 2-4pm Dominoes 2:30pm

Afternoon Movies 1:00-3:00pm w/popcorn

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Thurs., Dec. 17

Wed., Dec. 16

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wed Rm 31

Word Games Spelling Bee 10am

9:30-11:30am

Stay Well Exercise 10-11am

Spanish Practice Class

Line Dancing 11am-

10:30am, Computer Lab

12pm

Bingo 12:30-2:00pm Card Games 2-4pm Dominoes 2:30pm

Zumba 11am-12pm,

9:30-10:30am Sewing 9:30 -11:30am Tai Chi 11am- 12pm Mind Teasers 12-1pm, Rm. 4

African Brazilian Dance w/Leona Hull, Room 2

Rm. 45

1:00-2:00pm Art Class 1-3pm Yoga 2pm-3pm, Rm. 2

Library 9am-1pm

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Word Games 9:30am11:30am

10-11am, Rm. 45 Spelling Bee 11am

Blood Pressure

Chat Session 9:30am-

Grandparent Connection 1st & 3rd

9:30-10:30am

Computer lab, 10:30am

10 -11:30am 1st & 3rd Thurs., Rm. 8 Line Dancing, 10-11am, Aud. A

Bingo 12:30- 2:00pm

Arthritis Exercise Class

Piano Sing Along 11am-12pm

Card Games 2-4pm

11am-12pm, Rm. 45 Word search 11am12pm Pokeno 1-3pm, Rm. 35

1pm

Dominoes 2:30pm

Fri., Dec. 18

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45

Senior Center Closed due to JASA Christmas Celebration @ Einstein

Tues, Dec. 15

Whole wheat bread Healthy wildberry & applesauce

salad

Orange juice Chicken piccata Mauzone toasted barley Spanish style beef stew Baby carrots w/parsley & onion Sautéed zucchini Garlic mashed potatoes

Whole wheat bread Canned apricots

Alt: Tuna salad Apple juice

Deluxe cheeseburger Turkey meat sauce Wed., w/onions Pasta Dec. Winter blend vegetables Cole slaw 16 Oven ready fries

Hamburger bun plain Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Alt: Baked Flounder

9:30-10:30am

Alert & Alive

10:30-11:30am

Arroz con pollo

Alt: Egg salad

Mind Teasers

Bingo

Word Games

Orange pineapple juice

Mon., Stuffed cabbage w/beef (chicken w/rice) Green beans w/tomato Dec. Mashed Yellow rice sweet potatoes Romaine avocado onion 14

10-11am, Rm. 2

11am-12pm

Soups, Breads and Desserts

Non-Kosher Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Crochet & Knitting

10:00-11:30 in the Bartow Main Office

Pokeno

Date:

Kosher

Mind Teasers 12-1pm, Rm. 4

Drama Club 1:304:00pm

JASA Christmas Celebration

Senior Center Closed due to JASA Christmas Celebration @ Einstein

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest *Menu subject to change without notice.

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

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

New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Orange pineapple juice

Thurs., Breaded Tilapia fish fillet Brown rice Dec. w/mushrooms 17 Steamed carrots

Pork spare ribs Baked sweet potato Broccoli w/toasted garlic

Whole wheat bread Fresh fruit

Alt: Baked turkey breast

Fri., Dec. 18

Senior Centers Closed Senior Centers Closed Senior Centers Closed due to JASA Christmas due to JASA Christmas due to JASA Christmas Celebration @ Einstein Celebration @ Einstein Celebration @ Einstein

Upcoming Events/Trips

Trip registration policy: There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – No Exceptions! You can register for all trips starting the Monday after it has been published in the newspaper:JASA will not accept checks under $5.00 Note: Seniors will no longer be allowed to add additional names on the list for trips. If anyone is interested in the trips that are scheduled they must call in themselves!

(FREE) LiveOn NY - SCRIE Application Assistance/SNAP (Food Stamps) – Fri., Dec. 18th, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. First come, first served!

NY CARES 27th Annual Coat Drive – Nov. 12th – Dec. 31st & Toy Drive – Nov. 16th –Dec. 18th. Drop off at 177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 7. We accept gently- used and freshly laundered coats for men, women & children & new toys for the children CANCELLED - Cabaret LULU: 2015 Holiday Luncheon & Show, Thurs., Dec. 10th. NEW DATE: Thurs., Feb. 25, 2016, $50. Alhambra Ballroom in Harlem. New Show: “Rockin Rhythm & Down Home Blues!” Saluting the “R&B” Pioneers: Ruth Brown, Ray Charles & Louis Jordan. Seating for the show starts at 11:30 a.m. & event ends at approximately 2:45 p.m. Pick-ups: Dreiser – 9:30 a.m., Bartow – 9:45 a.m. &

Let us know…

Einstein Loop – 10 a.m. Menu: Green garden salad, choice of Alhambra baked chicken w/gravy, collard greens and candied yams or baked fish of the day, macaroni and cheese, vegetables southern style, cake/coffee/hot tea, iced tea, complimentary glass of wine or beer.

Central Avenue – Mon., Dec. 14th, $13. 2 hrs. Xmas Tree store, 1 hr.

Trader Joe’s & 2 hours Amazing Savings. Bartow Ave. - 9:30 a.m., Einstein – 9:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 10 a.m.

Radio City Christmas Spectacular – Mon., Dec. 14th, $60. Box lunch included. Pick-ups: Bartow – 8:45 a.m., Einstein – 9 a.m. & Dreiser - 9:15 a.m. (coach bus). Wait list only.

JASA Christmas Celebration – Fri., Dec. 18th at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 49, 11 a.m.–3 p.m., $5 in advance, $7 at the door. Entertainment by DJ Woody and Charles Carrington, Jazz Rhythm & Blues Singer/pianist, Drama group presentation & dance performance by Damien. Surprise gifts, raffle and Santa. Pick-ups: Dreiser – 10:15 a.m. & Bartow – 10:30 a.m. (See flyer for menu).

The Mills @ Jersey Gardens (originally Jersey Gardens Outlet Mall) – Mon., Dec. 21st, $15. Bartow - 8:30 a.m., Einstein - 8:45 a.m. & Dreiser – 9 a.m.

JASA closed Fri., Dec. 25th – Merry Christmas.

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE

AARP Chapter #4997

FYI: Our final meeting for 2015 is scheduled for Monday, December 14, 1 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium “A”.

Plans for 2016 will be outlined.

Heartfelt condolences to the family of Olivia Wood on her passing.

To our sick, on the mend and shut-in members, and those bereaved members, please know that you are in our prayers.

Contact Frances Wilson, Good & Welfare Coordinator, 718-671-5493.

2015 Tour Activities DECEMBER 30 – JANUARY 1, 2016 – Royal New Year’s Eve Gala at the Desmond – Stopping at the Sands Casino w/shopping in Bethlehem, PA; then to the hotel w/dinner and a show; next day choice of sightseeing, shopping at King of Prussia Mall or activities at the Hotel; New Year’s Eve cocktail party w/5 hour Open Bar; a show and a Surf & Turf dinner; midnight Royal Champaign Toast; before leaving next day, a Mimosa

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Brunch w/a show and dancing…Final payment due at December 14th meeting…$559/double; $669/single and $549 /triple. Trip insurance available. Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

2016 Tour Activities MARCH 28 - 29, 2016 – Sampson: the Strongest Man who ever lived at the Sight & Sound Theater; w/a stop at the Sands Casino – 2 days/1 night; $293/double; $341/single; $277/triple.

Contact Jean, 718-379-3742 MAY 28 – JUNE 8, 2016 – Alaska Cruise Tour (ISLAND PRINCESS)…11 days/10 nights; Air—Land—Rail—Sea from Anchorage (Alaska) through Denali National Park; Sail 7 days; see Glacier Bay-Skagway; Juneau; Kelchikan; fly home from Vancouver, BC. Book before September 30 - $100/deposit required (price increase after that date). Contact Jean, 718-379-3742.

—Delores Debnam

Goose Island Seniors

Thanksgiving and Chanukah were here and are now gone, till next year.

Thirteen more days till Christmas.

Please consider cans of food for the needy. Every center is a drop-off point. Also remember, friend and neighbors that may not have any family. Drop in and see if they may need anything.

A gathering will be held at the Traditional Synagogue for Zelda Berkowitz. If you wish to come, it’s

Sunday, December 13th from 1-4 p.m.

Please call 347-449-5005 if you will attend. The address is Building 27B lobby entrance.

Wednesday, December 16, will be our last Bingo for this year.

On January 6th, 2016 we will resume Bingo in Room 39 at 1:30 p.m.

Our heartfelt wishes go out to those of you under the weather for a healthier tomorrow.

—Ann Schlanger

Einstein Cancer Fund

Baychester Library Events VISIT THE LIBRARY - A GREAT WEALTH OF INFORMATION Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve: CLOSING @ 3 p.m.

EVENTS FOR DECEMBER

Adult Program - Saturday, Dec. 12, 12 p.m., (How to shop for the holidays) Knitting - Mondays, (All Levels); Dec. 14th, 5 p.m.; Dec. 21st, 11 a.m.; Dec. 28th, 5 p.m.

Toddler Time - Tuesdays, 11 a.m., Dec. 15; Dec. 22nd (Chillin Winter Spectacular)

Teen Program - 3:30 p.m.: Tuesdays, Dec. 15 & Dec. 22 (Teen Tech Time), Wednesdays, Dec. 16 (Spa Day); Dec. 23rd (Duct tape craft); Dec. 30th (Art Afternoon); Thursday, Dec. 17th (Author visit); Friday, Dec. 18th, (Anime Club) Tech Connect - Thursdays, 10 a.m., Dec. 17th (Computer & Tablet buying guide); Dec. 24th (Shopping Online) Adult Program - Friday, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 18 (Advanced Internet); Monday, 10:30 a.m., Dec. 21st (Genealogy Workshop) Kids Program - Friday, Dec. 18th, 3:30 p.m., (Paper plate Santa); Saturday, Dec. 19, 2:30 p.m., (Q-tip Ornaments); Thursday, Dec. 31st, 11 a.m. (Noon Year’s Eve Party!!)

Film - Saturdays, 2 p.m. Dec. 19th (Mistle-Tones!); Dec. 26th (Christmas w/the Kranks) Schools out Matinee - Thursday, Dec. 24th, 12 p.m. Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer; Wednesday, Dec. 30., 12 p.m., Disney’s Inside Out

The New York Public Library Baychester Branch • 2049 Asch Loop • Bronx, NY 10475 (Fully Wheelchair Accessible) HOURS: Monday & Wednesday, 10-7; Tuesday & Thursday, 10-6; Friday & Saturday, 10-5. Libros En Español (Books in Spanish).

HORARIO DE LA BIBLIOTECA: Lunes 10-7, Martes 10-6, Miércoles 107, Jueves 10-6, Viernes 10-5, Sábado 10-5, Domingo Cerrado.

718.379.6700 FREE ADMISSION TO ALL

We wish everyone a joyous and happy Chanukah and may the festival of lights bring peace and good will to all.

Tuesday, January 12th, 2016: Resort Casino. Cost per person is $33.

Casino slot play $25. Time of pick-up 8:00 a.m., starting at Einstein Loop, followed by Asch Loop and Dreiser Loop.

Remember to bring your casino card and a valid photo I.D. Tuesday, May 10th and Wednesday, May 11th, 2016: A two-day trip to the Sight and Sound Theatre for the performance of Samson in Lancaster, PA. Day one: Leave for Lancaster PA. – 1.

Lunch on our own at the Hershey Farm Restaurant. 2. Sight and Sound for the performance of Sampson. 3. Check into

the Hawthorn Inn. 4. Dinner at Millers Smorgasbord.

Day two: After breakfast, depart to the Sands Casino and bonus of the day.

Room Rates per person: double $245; triple $235; single $287. Please send in your deposits for your reservations, balances can be paid off. All balances or full payments must be paid by March 20th, 2016.

For all the above trips, please call Loretta at (718) 671-2958, Annie Eutsey at (718) 320-1874, or Lydia at (718) 671-3005. For memorial cards, please call Loretta.

Please phone the home-bounds and in nursing homes to brighten up their day.

Good health to all. —Lydia Ruas

On December 1st, BVA will exhibit artwork at the Baychester Library in the Bartow Community Center and will be there until Jan. 5, 2016. Come and see the artwork done by BVA members. We know you will be impressed and maybe you may want to take art lessons at BVA. BVA’s next session of art classes began on Tuesday, November 24 in Room 5, Dreiser Community Center.

You can choose from the 2 class schedules which are 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. or 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. The fees are as follows: Annual membership is $35 a year and a session of 10 classes is $60. This is the best bargain in the Bronx – maybe even the city – given the quality of instruction offered.

Mr. Moses Groves, BVA’s own art instructor, will be the artistic guide for these classes. Mr. Groves is an

accomplished artist who has studied at the Art Students League and NYU. He has exhibited work in the New York and New Jersey area and has won awards for his artwork.

If you are interested in taking these classes, you can call M. Groves at 201-862-0847 or come to Room 5 in the Dreiser Community Center on Tuesdays between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m.

BVA is a non-profit, self-supporting organization that needs your support to continue offering high level art instruction at these bargain prices.

So come join BVA on this fabulous artistic trek, take a class, make a tax deductible donation, and feel the satisfaction of being a creator and/or patron of the arts. All checks should be made out as indicated above.

Science is for the body and art is for the soul. —Sylvia Lochansky

Baychester Visual Arts Association

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Reflections

by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue We are now celebrating Chanukah, the Festival of Lights. We light candles to cut through the winter darkness. In doing so, they symbolize for us a hope for spiritual illumination.

The lighting of the Menorah occurs during the shortest days of the year.

At this moment of seasonal darkness, we turn toward the light, yearning for the conquest of bleakness, despair and apathy. The light of the Menorah reminds us that the darkness can be transcended with the new commitments to the freedom for which the

Maccabees fought.

Since the Maccabees overthrew the Greeks, Jews have seen many dark days. They have witnessed persecutions and the cruelest brutalities. They have faced virtual extermination. But they have always survived.

The light from the Menorah is the light of survival, the light of hope, the light of our certainty that we will rise above the darkness of the season or the darkness of the moment.

It is the light of our salvation.

Young Israel of Co-op City

Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of the Dreiser Loop Shopping Center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome.

On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after the candlelighting time. Saturday morning ser-

vices start at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m.

The Rabbi’s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon.

For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogue’s answering machine, and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, Section 5 at 120 Erdman Place (behind the lobby 27B), welcomes you to pray with them. Tel. for the Synagogue, 1718-379-6920.

Note: Office hours are on Thursday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and on Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Shabbat ends today, Saturday, December 12th at 5:15 p.m. Candle Lighting on Friday, December 18th is at 4:12 p.m.

Coming Events Saturday, December 12th at 9:00 a.m., please join Rabbi Daniel Kronengold and the congregation in prayer and be a part of the Minyon.

Chanukah ends Monday, December 14. Hope you all enjoyed the Chanukah Party and had plenty of Latkas to eat.

Good and Welfare: We have tree

certificates “in Honor of” or “in Memory of” a special occasion or a condolence. You can give a living gift for the cost of $15 per tree. For more information, call the office at 1-718379-6920.

We can accommodate you.

Our heartfelt sympathy to the family of Zelda Berkowitz.

In remembrance, her sister, Arlene, will be at Traditional Synagogue for those that wish to pay their respects on Sunday, December 13, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please call 347-449-5005 if you will attend.

If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you all a speedy recovery.

Health, happiness, peace and prosperity for our members and for Israel.

Your support is always appreciated.

Shalom.

—Miriam Berlofsky

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City, Young Israel of Baychester, 120 Erdman Place lobby level, Bronx, New York 10475.

Our next trip is to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City on Sunday, December 27th. Everybody in the community can attend our trips and functions.

The cost for the trip is $35 per person. Receive a $25 slot bonus. You need a Resort Casino card, government ID, passport, non- or Drivers License to receive the bonus.

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Holiday spirit of Atlantic City. See the hotels and boardwalk decorated for the season.

Please make an early reservation, payment due by 12/24.

On the bus, we provide a drink, snack, play Bingo, 50/50 raffle, and show a movie. We leave Einstein Loop at 8 a.m. by the supermarket; Asch Loop,

8:15 a.m. by the library; and Dreiser Loop, 8:25 a.m. by the hardware store.

For reservations, call Gary at 718671-8424. Please make out checks to Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue, 120 Erdman Place, Building 27B lobby, Bronx, NY 10475.

This is the last trip of the year, our next trip will be in the Spring 2016.

Also this Sunday, December 6th, the Traditional Synagogue is having a Chanukah Luncheon. The cost is $10.

We will be serving potato pancakes, tuna, egg salad and jelly donuts, etc. The Luncheon will start at 12 p.m. Come down for an afternoon of fun.

The Men’s Club wishes Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Gitelson a MAZOL TOV on the BAT MITZAH of their granddaughter Chaya Miriam.

Wishing all our members and friends a healthy and peaceful holiday season.

—Gary Schwartz

Men’s Club Traditional Synagogue

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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 tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us.

The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Room 50. Our telephone number is 718320-3774. Visit us on the web at www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org.

Join us for a mid-week spiritual pick-up at our mid-week worship service on Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m. Bible study is on Wednesdays at 1:00 and 7:30 p.m. Bible study will also be held on Wednesday, December 16 at 5:00

p.m. Prayer Service is held on Fridays at 12 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

The Missionary Ministry will celebrate their 43rd Anniversary tomorrow, Sunday, December 13 at the 11:00 a.m. service. Their guest speaker will be Rev. Dr. Mildred Salter, Pastor, Peoples Evangelical Church, Bronx, NY. Their theme is We Walk by Faith, Not by Sight (2 Corinthians 5:7). All are invited to share in this special occasion.

On Saturday, December 19, the Sunday School will hold its annual Christmas Program at 10:00 a.m.

Please join us as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, the reason for the season.

On Thursday, December 31, we will

hold Watch Night service at 10:30 p.m.

We invite you to come out and celebrate the coming New Year with the Lord.

You are invited to join the Scholarship Ministry on August 13 – 21, 20l6 as they travel to Memphis, TN. This 9day/8-night trip includes 14 meals, 8 breakfasts and 6 dinners. You will have admission to the National Civil Rights Museum, dedicated to Martin Luther Kings’ struggle for equality; admission to STAX Museum of American Soul Music and additionally admission to the Memphis Rock and Roll Soul Museum and much more. A $100 deposit is required on or before January

Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, Apostle, and Pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greet everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name.

We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship: and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house!

The best place for God's Word is our hearts. This comes from reading,

meditating on, and memorizing it.

Let's look at Scripture to support this.

Psalms 119:9-16 says: 9 How can a young person stay on the path of purity? By living according to your word.

10 I seek you with all my heart; do not let me stray from your commands.

11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.

12 Praise be to you, Lord; teach me your decrees.

13 With my lips I recount all the laws that come from your mouth.

14 I rejoice in following your statutes as one rejoices in great riches.

15 I meditate on your precepts and consider your ways.

16 I delight in your decrees; I will not neglect your word.

Invitations Sweet Hour of Prayer is today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday

The Pentecostal Tabernacle invites everyone to Worship Service every Sunday morning at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A, Bronx, N.Y. 10475.

Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Mid-day service starts at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday morning prayer and fasting service will be held at 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Wednesday evening prayer meeting and Bible study starts at 7:30 p.m. Fridays: Youth service will be held in the evening starting at 7:30 p.m.

Focus: The Christian’s Warfare The victory over the devil is accomplished only when we obediently put on the armour of God and come against him in the power of the Spirit.

(Ephesians 6:11-17) Put on the whole armor of God that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places Wherefore take unto you the whole armour of God that ye may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all to stand.

Stand therefore, having your lions girt about with truth, and having on the breastplate of righteousness And your feet shod with the preparation of the gospel of peace; Above all taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked.

And take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God. It is vital to put on the whole armor of God, not just part of it. Every piece of the armor is vital for the spiritual soldier if he is to keep fighting the fight of faith. Winning a single battle against Satan does not win the war. It’s continuing to fight the wicked one that ultimately wins the spiritual war.

Fortunately, God has given the Christian everything he needs to keep on fighting if he will use all of his spiritual armor. The term “that ye may be able to stand” reveals much about early warfare. The soldier still standing in the end is the winner. Christians do not have to lie dying in the dust of this life.

It is God’s will that they be “standing” winners in the contest of life (Ephesians 6:14). When a person has fought his last battle, the Lord will take his dented helmet of salvation, scarred shield of faith, and worn breastplate, and replace them with a crown of life—a crown for the victorious faithful soldier. A wile is a “strategy or trick intended to deceive and cause defeat.” The Scriptures are explicit how the devil works. Paul wrote, “Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices” (2 Corinthians 2:11). His devices are the “tricks of the devil’ that the enemy of our soul uses against us.

For further information, call (718) 324-0334, 646-345-6707 or (718) 3204218.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute

Pentecostal Tabernacle

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10, 2016. If you are planning on purchasing travel insurance, it is suggested that you pay it along with your deposit.

Full payment is due on or before May 8, 2016. The cost for doubles will be $835. For information and reservations, call 718-671-7507, 718-379-0564 or 718-320-3774.

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

—Hattie L. Lucas

following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion.

If you’re into gospel rap/holy hiphop, go to www.soundcloud.com and download music from Vernon Little free of charge. He also has videos on YouTube. You will be blessed, encouraged, and inspired.

We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone # is (347) 276-4925. Jesus loves you, and so do we.

—Apostle Gladys R. Little

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Opportunities

(Continued from page 7)

scrubbing, or vacuuming.

• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.

• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.

• Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.

• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

• Requisition supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance

duties.

• Dust furniture, walls, machines, or equipment.

• Strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.

Steam clean or shampoo carpets.

• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.

• Move heavy furniture, equipment, or supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.

• Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, or parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, or snow shovels, or spread snow melting chemicals.

• Monitor building security and safe-

ty by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours or checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.

• Set up, arrange, or remove decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, or scaffolding to prepare facilities for events, such as banquets or meetings.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: HS Diploma or equivalent is a plus. Candidate should have a working knowledge of janitorial equipment, tools, and material. Appli-cant must have ability to walk for long periods of time, twist,

kneel, push, stoop, climb ladders, work in inclement weather, as well as lift and carry up to 80 pounds. Must be available for emergency work. Must be able to read and write in English.

Bi-Lingual is a plus.

Position Details Days and Hours: Days and hours of operation will vary on a flexible schedule FLSA: Non - Exempt Testing Requirements: Drug Screening Test, Background check.

How to Apply: Applications are given out at the below address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Applications are given out at the following address from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Riverbay Corporation Administration Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, NY 10475; OR Resumes can be faxed to 718-320-3672 with the Job Title and Job Reference # on the TOP RIGHT CORNER of the resume. *Riverbay Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer* Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, creed, ethnicity, alienage, citizenship, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or sexual preference, marital status, military status, disability or any other recognized protected basis under any applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Please inform Human Resources if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Public Safety Blotter: Nov. 30 - Dec. 1, 2015

November 30 - 140 Alcott Place One male was issued a Universal Summons for Criminal Trespass. A warrant check was conducted and the individual had an active warrant. He was transported

to central booking for further processing.

December 1 - 135 Einstein Loop One male was arrested for Public Consumption. He was issued a Universal Summons and a Community Complaint.

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• ALL MAKES & MODELS • Stoves • Washers • Dryers •Lamps • Dishwashers • Refrigerators • Bags • Hoses • Belts • Vacuum Cleaners Family Owned & Operated Since 1954 NYC License #1233497 10% DISCOUNT Fully Insured

(except vacuums)

718.792.2655

2951 Middletown Road, Bronx, NY 10461 10/8/16 (Near Pelham Bay Station)

Advertise! Call 718-320-3300, x3384 for affordable rates!

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CLASSIFIEDS SERVICES

•

Decorator

SERVICES

Painting 12/12

Appliance Repair

Call

UNITED APPLIANCE SERVICE

if you are tired of paying too much for repairs!

718-829-9090 Service Charge • Washers only $24.95 • Dryers plus 10% off any repair Senior • Stoves Citizen Discount

FATHER & SON Top Quality Work - Painting, Plastering, Wallpapering, 1/30/16 Floor Sanding, Refinishing, Waxing.

Call Wesley 212.996.7347 or

• Refrigerators • Dishwashers • Vacuums

917.325.5334

Hairdresser

SANDRA Formerly of Piero (Richelle Salon) 1058 Morris Park Avenue, Bronx

12/26

Now Located at

HAIR PLUS! Blinds

FAMILY BLINDS SERVICE Serving Co-op City for over 25 years

NEW STYLE BLINDS

All Colors • Vertical • Minis • Woods • 2 in. Regulars • Wash, Tape, Cord Blinds

FREE VALANCE & INSTALLATION. Re-installation of any types of Blinds.

12/26

Repair Closet Doors and Sell New Bi-Fold Doors!

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290 12/26 Quality work! Lowest Prices in Town!

WITH THIS AD:

$10 Haircut (in December Only)12/12

Call Anytime • Seven Days/Week • “When You See Me, You’ll Know Me!”

Handyman

Cleaning Service

DARREN HANDYMAN EXTRAORDINAIRE

SPOONER DOMESTIC SERVICE • • • •

No Job Too Big - or Too Small! Cabinetry, Painting, Tiles, Electrical, Plumbing, All General Appliance Repair, Carpentry.

My Motto - Honest, Reliable, Fair.

12/26

Basic Cleaning $90 • Deep Cleaning $130 Non-Medical Senior Care — $80 4 Hour Minimum + 8.78% sales tax Bonded • 7 Days • Accept Cash, Pay-Pal

917-541-6528.

2/13/15

Home Improvement

www.spoonercleaning.com (718) 320-5112

1-800-479-2667 CO-OP SALES - JASON LASH

• VERTICAL BLINDS • MINI BLINDS • SINK VANITIES • SPACE SAVERS • MATCHING HAMPERS • BATHTUB ENCLOSURES • CLIP-ON MIRROR FRAMES

Breathe Easy

• RANGE HOODS We BEAT • LIGHT FIXTURES Any • KITCHEN CABINETS • CABINET REFACING Quote!

• COUNTERTOPS • CUSTOM CLOSET MIRROR DOORS • CUSTOM WALL MIRRORS

Grout & Carpet Cleaning Co-op City Resident Specials

Elim in Bugsate

CO-OP SALES BLINDS!

1-800-479-2667

12/26

Locksmith 1/2/16

Cleaning Service - Windows

Professional Window Cleaning • FAST RELIABLE SERVICE Cell:

1-203-482-6337

12/26

Computer Consultant, Sales & Repair JB RYAN COMPUTER REPAIR & UPGRADE

FAMILY LOCKSMITH Licensed and Bonded

GEORGE’S CLEAN WINDOWS

2/27/16

Repair - Upgrade - Trouble-shooting - Data Recovery Virus Removal - Laptop Overheat - Cracked Screen Broken Power Jack. Call James 646-281-4475 • 718-324-4332

Telephone Jacks

TELEPHONE JACKS Installation/Repairs • Business & Residential

917-482-5135

Vertical, Mini, Wood, Pleats

DON’T PAY MORE AT YOUR LOCAL HARDWARE STORE!

12/19

HIGH SECURITY LOCKS 20% Off Any Lock Job!

Medeco • MultiLock • Wilson

High Quality Labor For a Low Price!

Serving Co-op City for over 25 years.

“When you see me, You’ll know me.”

Call Anytime • Seven Days A Week

Call Mike at: 718-974-1290

12/26

CAT 5-Wiring•No Dial Tone•Static On Line•Hum On Line

TV Cable Wiring•Repairs TimeWarner•Cablevision•Verizon

12/12

Upholstery/Blinds

REUPHOLSTERING Custom Craftsmen - 40 yrs. experience.

Sofas & Chairs upholstered; Slipcovers-Fabric & Plastic; Kitchen Chairs - $8.99 & up.

Caning; Venetian Blinds; Drapes - Custom made Refinishing, Touch up & Polishing of Furniture

STYLISH DECORATORS • 718.881.7691 3314 White Plains Rd. • Bronx, NY 10467

YOUR AD HERE! Call for rates!

12/26

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NYS DIESEL INSPECTION STATION

AUTO DIAGNOSTIC CENTER

THE ONLY ORIGINAL BEAR IN THE BRONX 2180 WEBSTER AVE. (at 182 St.) W E ’ L L PA Y T H E TA X W I T H M O S T R E PA I R S ! with this ad

TOWING AVAILABLE!

(718) 365-5300

TRANSMISSION OIL CHANGE SPECIAL TUNE-UP Maintain Your Transmission and Prevent Costly Repairs with New Transmission Fluid (Filter and Pan Gasket Additional).

Most American Cars. Most Front Wheel and Rear Wheel Drive Vehicles.

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$

95

MOST AMERICAN 4 CYL. CARS • WITH AD

Synthetic Oil Change Available

NEW VEHICLE WARRANTY SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE •New Spark Plugs •Air Filter •Adjust Idle & Timing •Oil Change & Filter •Transmission Service •Repack Wheel Bearing

159

$

34

95

RADIATOR FLUSH $2995

• Up to 5 quarts of CASTROL Motor Oil • Premium Oil Filter • Lubrication • INCLUDES Road Test and FREE 21 point Vehicle Inspection.

•Basic Tune Up •PCV Valve •Cooling System •Antifreeze & Service •Tire Rotation •Clean & Adjust Brakes

$

INCREASE YOUR CAR’S PERFORMANCE

39

$

99

Parts Included

DISC or DRUM

59

$

Replace pads and/or shoes (semimetallic pads extra). Cut drums or rotors. Repack wheel bearings, inspect hydraulic system. Add fluid if necessary, road test.

95

Front or Rear Brakes Most American Cars

COMPUTERIZED WHEEL ALIGNMENT Service on Limos & Oversized Vehicles Now Available

29

$

95

WE HONOR MOST EXTENDED WARRANTY PLANS.

29 $ 3499 $ 99 39 $

HID HEADLIGHTS 9995

$

MOST CARS $149.99 INCLUDES INSTALLATION

AXLE SPECIAL

$

95

4 cyl

6 cyl

8 cyl

• New Spark Plugs • Adjust Timing & Carb when needed • Inspect Emission Control • Inspect Cables & Hoses • Most American Cars • Foreign Plugs Extra

CAR CARE PACKAGE

Most Cars

99

95

COMPLETE CV AXLE INSTALLED MOST CARS

Most Cars

WE ARE AUTHORIZED GE CAPITAL ARI & PHH DEALERS.

ELECTRONIC IGNITION TUNE-UP

99

Most American Cars (6 cyl. & 8 cyl. Slightly Higher)

BRAKE SPECIAL

MONDAY - FRIDAY: 8 AM - 6 PM SATURDAY: 8 AM - 3 PM

• Replace with up to 1 Gallon Anti-freeze • Check Belts, Hoses, Clamps, Thermostat MOST CARS

FUEL INJECTION CLEANING

NYS INSPECTION STATION

WE DIAGNOSE & REPAIR: • CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS • ELECTRICAL SHORTS

WE NOW SERVICE LARGE VEHICLES: STRETCH LIMOS, TRUCKS, VANS

• • • •

Spark Plug Replacement Oil Change & Filter • 4 Tire Rotation Drain & Fill Radiator w/up to 1 gal. anti-freeze Check Thermostat • Complete Vehicle Inspection 6 CYL. & 8 CYL. SLIGHTLY HIGHER

9

$

95 95 59

Most American Cars

Is Your CHECK ENGINE Light On?

COMPUTERIZED ENGINE DIAGNOSTIC

FREE

*

INCLUDING PRINTOUT *Most U.S. Cars

*with most Related Repairs. $39.95 Diagnostic only.