Co-op City Times 08-09-25 by Co-op City Times

Second Extended Voting Period Ends on Monday, Aug. 18 895 Ballots still Needed

By ROZAAN BOONE

The second extended voting period in the 2025 election for the Riverbay Board of Directors ends on Monday, Aug. 18, and shareholders have until then to cast the remaining 895 ballots to ensure the election counts and that ﬁve directors are added to the 15-member Board to make policy decisions for the community and continue the business of Riverbay Corporation.

As of press time yesterday, 4,146 ballots had been returned to YesElections – representative of 27.42% of the required 33.33% of shareholders needed to validate the election. Of the total ballots received, 4,111 are paper ballots and 35 were submitted electronically at an in-person voting session provided by YesElections.

At Tuesday, Aug. 5th National Night Out observance on the Section 1 greenway, the 2025 Election Committee arranged for another in-person voting session with YesElections representatives to give shareholders who have still not voted in the election an opportunity to cast their ballot directly with the independent election vendor. Completed ballots can also be returned by mail using the postage-paid, pre-addressed envelope provided with the ballot, or the return envelope can be dropped into one of the secure ballot drop boxes in each of the three community centers.

Shareholders of record as of April 1, 2025 are voting for up to five of the 11 candidates certified to run in this year’s election. The official candidates are Kevin Lambright, Bishop Angelo Rosario,Leslie Peterson, Anika Green-Watson, Keith Logan, Daryl Johnson, Shacara Cudjoe, Idalia Reyes, Grace Solomon, Leah Richardson and Darnell Lopez. Those who do not wish to vote for candidates can check the box indicating their ballot is for quorum purposes only.

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National Night Out in Co-op City

At the National Night Out observance on Aug. 5 in Co-op City, two CCPD’s Emergency Services Unit (ESU) Ofﬁcers, Malik Warren

As we move towards the last weeks of summer, I sincerely hope that you have been enjoying the season, and that you have had an opportunity to take advantage of enjoying one or more of the many wonderful activities that have been provided for you by Riverbay Corp.’s Community Relations, and with sponsor/co-sponsorships of our elected representatives.

tions department added the movie, “Lilo & Stitch,” for the youngsters and those who are young at heart. If I may segue to those who enjoy a more adult ﬁlm experience, then I would highly recommend attending our Community Relations hosting of Movie Night.

I also want to thank everyone who played a role in making the National Night Out event here in Co-op City one of, if not the, largest turnouts in the borough of the Bronx. As an added attraction, our Community Rela-

Riverbay Welcomes New Janitorial Director, Mr. Won Kim

BY DANIELLE CRUZ

On July 16, 2025, Riverbay announced the appointment of Mr. Won Kim as the corporation's Janitorial director.

“Management is pleased to have Mr. Kim join and lead the Janitorial team and look forward to his contributions as we improve the services we provide daily to the shareholders of Co-op City,” said Executive General Manager Marvin L. Walton.

“Mr. Kim brings with him a wealth of experience in facilities management, custodial operations, and team leadership,” said Deputy General Manager Joshua Blake. “With a strong background in maintaining high standards of cleanliness, safety, and efﬁciency, he is well-prepared to enhance the critical services that keep our spaces clean, welcoming, and well-maintained.”

Prior to joining Riverbay, Mr. Kim worked for

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Movie Night for adults allows for an enjoyable experience like no other residential community. The auditorium is set up with tables & chairs, allowing for the audience to eat or snack without having to juggle your choice of

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The following message is from the cochairs of the 2025 Election Committee, Board Director Leah Graham and Board Director Monique Coleman.

Board Director Leah Graham said: “Dear Co-op City. Frustrated about repairs? Don’t sit out the vote. Not voting because of apartment issues is like refusing to go to the doctor when you’re sick, it only makes things worse.

“Under NYS Mitchell-Lama law, we are required to meet quorum in our annual co-op Board elections. As shareholders, voting in these elections is both our right and our civic duty.

“Our annual Board election is paid for with our carrying charges. When we don’t reach

Cameron Esty (kneeling, above) were honored. Also in photo (L-R) are Fidel Malena, Gov. Hochul’s Bx. regional rep; EGM Marvin Walton, Bronx BP Vanessa Gibson, Councilman Kevin Riley and CCPD Chief Andre Waring. (See more on pages 12 & 13).

Won Kim

snack and beverage.

The July 30th Open Board Meeting

As I have previously stated, holding monthly Riverbay Board of Directors’ “Open Meetings” serve two purposes.

The first is to allow for shareholders/cooperators to have an opportunity to address their individual needs or concerns to the proper Management personnel responsible for remediating the problem(s). That occurs “before” the Gallery Session and Open Board meeting.

The second purpose is twofold, in that the meeting allows interested shareholders in attendance the opportunity to sign-up to come forward to address the chair of the Board hopefully with an issue which addresses community-wide concerns, ideas, or possibly a personal issue which the cooperator feels may also be systemic rather than an isolated problem. Additionally, the Open Board meeting allows for the Board of Directors to conduct budget, capital and some operating expenditures business in an open, transparent environment.

Without going into specific detail about the events of the July 30th meeting, I can tell you that the meeting was not indicative of what Riverbay Board meetings have been and should be.

Adjustments to Meeting Protocols

Going forward, I’m going to make changes that I feel will benefit future meetings. It is my job as the present President of the Board, to conduct both the Gallery Sessions and the Board meeting with dignity and respect, a must for Riverbay Board of Directors’ meeting. The implementation of these changes are not meant to alter the dynamics of the meeting, but rather to maintain the decorum that a Board meeting must demand.

What the Co-op City Community Really Needs

With the NYC Mayoral election season in full campaign mode, all register voters (especially those living here in Co-op City) should be preparing to vote for the next Mayor of the City of New York. There are different realities for shareholders of Mitchell-Lama co-op’s and condominium communities than there are for apartment dwellings.

To be clear, be critical and do your own due diligence when considering the promises made by mayoral candidates. Remember that our needs, as Mitchell-Lama homeowners, are significantly different from other city dwellers. What may sound great to others, may not be in our best interest. Consider what is actually within the mayor’s power or purview to deliver, and if you are unsure, look it up!

Co-op City shareholders “are landlords.” These are our buildings, complete with a 32-year balance of a $62-million-dollar mortgage payments due on time.

Now if mayoral candidates want to impress the voting residents of our Co-op City community, then I strongly suggest they begin by addressing the hidden taxes that “unfunded” Local Law mandates imposed on landlords (shareholders) that cost shareholders millions of carrying charges dollars.

Next up, the ridiculously high ($19.5 million) water bill we pay to the Department of Environment Protection (DEP), based upon increases determined by the Mayor. An 8.5% increase last year, and now a proposed 3+% increase this year, will negatively impact our carrying charges. Asbestos testing for over one hundred thousand samples that have consistently tested negative for asbestos costing shareholders some $9 million a year. Another DEP monetary windfall that has proven to be unnecessary, yet extremely costly to shareholders.

At a substantial cost to shareholders, but a significantly brilliant installment, the Riverbay Board voted years ago to installed Copper-Silver ionization systems in all 35 high-rise buildings, that has virtually eliminated the possibility of our water system being impacted by the legionella bacteria. The NYC Department of Health (DOH) then decided to make the buildings who have installed the systems, pay fees for an unusually high number of tests, resulting in no legionella bacteria found, similar to the no finding of asbestos. In either case, the resulting facts & figures don’t matter, only our paying the NYC revenue does.

Remember Who We Are!

As for our “quality of life” issues, Mayoral candidates need to talk to Co-op City residents about these ever-present e-Bikes and e-Scooters that the Department of Transportation (DOT) refuses to take away from our street, sidewalks and property. The program is faulty, and it’s no secret – everybody knows it. Talk to Co-op City residents about the apparent, soon to be initiated Baychester Ave./Donizetti Place traffic solution. A traffic nightmare in waiting, or the ever-growing tractor-trailer/recreational vehicle illegal parking conundrum that the DOT simply refuses to address, leaving the perimeter of our Co-op City community looking like a Road Warrior movie set.

Shareholders save the City of New York real dollars in the manner in which we handle our garbage, allowing the Department of Sanitation (DOS) to collect tons of it from one location instead of sending their trucks all over Co-op City. We save the City money by paying our carrying charge money to make up for that lack of NYPD manpower it would require in sector vehicles to cover our development. While Co-op residents would never even think about defunding the NYPD rhetoric, it would a real monetary savings if the City would supplement some of the costs for our shareholders.

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Co-op City Annual Fair TODAY

The Co-op City Annual Community Fair is scheduled to take place today, Saturday, August 9, 12-7 p.m., at 140 Benchley Place on the Greenway. This is a highly anticiapted annual community event and all are invited to come down and enjoy the outdoors with family and neighbors. There will be vendors, important resources, entertainment and much more. For more information, email community@riverbaycorp.com.

Young Entrepreneurs at Annual Co-op City Fair

Don’t forget to check out the young entrepreneurs at today’s Co-op City Community Fair, Aug. 9, on the Section 1 Greenway, 12-7 p.m. Youth 8-21 years old will be showcasing their business acumen, products, services and inventions. Be sure to stop by youth spaces 2-25 and show your support! There will be food, music and fun.

Self Defense Training

The Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) and New York State Department of Health will host a Self-Defense Training and Education workshop on Tuesday, August 19, 5-8 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium B. This event is free of charge and everyone is invited to take part. For more information, email the Riverbay Community Relations department at community@riverbaycorp.com.

Country Comes to Co-op City

Join the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) on Friday, August 22, for an evening of Country dancing, 5-8 p.m., in Dreiser Auditorium B. This is a family dance showdown and all are invited. Admission is free of charge.

There will be line dancing lessons by Sassy. Dress to impress! Best dancing and western outﬁt competition! For more information, email community@riverbaycorp.com.

MTA Fare Increases Coming January 2026

By BRANDON ORTIZ

MTA ofﬁcials announced their plans on July 30 for increasing MTA fares early next year.

From local subways and buses, to Metro-North and bridge tolls, the latest fare increases will impact the entire NYC public transit system when they ofﬁcially go into effect January of 2026.

Below is a breakdown on the current fare increase proposals, according to the MTA:

• Local buses, subways, and Access-A-Ride fares would increase from $2.90 to $3. The reduced fare for local buses, subways and Access-A-Ride would increase from $1.45 to $1.50.

• Express bus fares would increase from $7 to $7.25, and the reduced fare for express buses would increase from $3.50 to $3.60.

• A single ride ticket would increase from $3.25 to $3.50.

• The fee for a new OMNY card would increase from $1 to $2.

• For both LIRR and Metro-North service, the monthly and weekly tickets would go up by 4.5%. All other LIRR and Metro-North ticket types would increase by 8%.

• Peak CityTickets would go up from $7 to $7.25 and OffPeak CityTickets would also increase from $5 to $5.25.

• All toll rates would increase by 7.5%, including E-ZPass and Tolls by Mail.

Additionally, the latest proposal for fare increases also included new guidelines for riders to reach their weekly fare caps. The seven-day rolling fare cap for NYC transit would become permanent, so once riders pay for 12 rides within any seven-day period, all additional rides during that window are free. With the local bus and subway fare cap in place, riders would pay at most $36 in one week. Express bus riders will also beneﬁt from a new fare cap that tops out at $67 during a seven-day window.

January 2026 will signify the ofﬁcial transition to the OMNY tap-and-go payment system because the MetroCard

By BRANDON ORTIZ

New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) classrooms will ofﬁcially be distraction-free this upcoming academic year.

Back on May 6, Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York was implementing a statewide smartphone ban in public K-12 schools.

Beginning this fall for the 2025-2026 school year, the Governor’s new policy prohibits the use of smartphones on school grounds during school hours, which includes lunch, classroom time and study hall periods. This new restriction applies “to all schools in public school districts, as well as charter schools and Boards of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES),” according to the Governor’s Ofﬁce.

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will be phased out at that time. As for why the MTA chose to postpone fare hikes until 2026, the agency referenced the pending transition to OMNY. “The 2025 MTA Operating Budget, approved by the Board in December 2024, assumed a fare and toll increase would occur in March 2025. The MTA is delaying the fare and toll increase to January 2026 to align with the launch of full tap-and-go on subways and buses,” the MTA said on July 30.

Part of the fare increase process involves gathering feedback from the public. For individuals interested in submitting a comment on the latest fare increase proposals, they can do so online at tinyurl.com/347yd883 or in-person at one of the three scheduled hybrid public hearings:

• Meeting 1: August 19 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Visit tinyurl. com/yp4fw8up to register to speak.

• Meeting 2: August 20 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Visit tinyurl. com/tw7mbpjm to register to speak.

• Meeting 3: August 20 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Visit tinyurl. com/37bnpfsa to register to speak.

Each hybrid public hearing will take place at the New York City Transit Authority ofﬁce, 130 Livingston St., 1st Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201.

NYCPS Smartphone Ban Begins is Fall

their school's policies and the NYCPS Discipline Code. This means that the school will use a series of escalating interventions and consequences to address the behavior based on the nature and frequency of the violation,” NYCPS said in July.

“Students cannot be suspended solely for accessing personal internet-enabled electronic devices in violation of school policy—however, repeated refusal to surrender or store a personal device may result in a suspension. Further, schools are not permitted to deduct from students’ grades for violating the cell phone policy in class,” NYCPS went on to say.

Schools will have the latitude to develop their own systems to safely store student phones during class hours. For schools needing assistance with implementing solutions for phone storage, the Governor highlighted that part of her plan included $13.5 million in funding speciﬁcally to help with those purchases. Notably, the smartphone restriction does not mean parents will have no way to contact their child during school hours. The state policy requires schools to provide a way for parents to contact their child during the school day “when necessary.”

While students may not have smartphones, the new policy does not prohibit cellphones without internet connectivity or internet-enabled devices such as laptops or tablets used as part of instruction in the classroom. There are exceptions, such as if a smartphone is needed to manage a student’s medical condition or if one is needed as part of a student's Individualized Education Program.

For students who violate the cellphone ban policy, “they may be subject to progressive discipline in accordance with

Mayor Eric Adams discussed the importance of providing a distraction-free learning environment for NYCPS students. “Our kids are in school to learn, but, too often, cell phones are used in manners that are distracting, degrading, and dangerous to our young people. The state cell phone ban was the ﬁrst step in putting our kids back on track to learn and thrive in safe, nurturing environments, and this new cell phone policy is the next step in ensuring students are given the best shot to succeed in school…We know that excessive cell phone use is harmful to our children’s concentration and mental health, and, with this new policy, we will ﬁnally reduce distractions as we help our students reach their full potential,” Mayor Adams said on July 23.

Parents who have any questions or concerns about the cellphone ban policy should reach out to their child’s respective principal, parent coordinator or superintendent.

Before Governor Hochul made the decision to ban smartphones during the school day, she led a statewide listening tour to gather feedback on the impact smartphones have on learning and student mental health. From that tour, she put

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Election Committee co-chairs, Board Directors Monique Coleman and Leah Graham, have held several “Get Out the Vote” events to encourage shareholders’ participation in the election and have also published a weekly “Message from the 2025 Election Committee” in the Co-op City Times. They have organized in-person voting at community events and greeted shareholders at bus stops as they return home to remind them about the election and the importance of returning their ballot.

Last week, Election co-chair Graham issued a reminder to shareholders. “As shareholders, it is our responsibility to meet quorum; that means we must vote,” she said. “Participation in our annual election is not only important; it is our responsibility.”

Election co-chair Coleman added: “As shareholders, we govern our homes, we support our neighbors, and we protect the equity and stability that generations before us could only dream of. Co-op City is not perfect, but it is proof: when people come together with a shared vision, we can build a community where everyone has the space and opportunity to live fully and freely. Let’s continue to honor the legacy of the hope and protect what we’ve built. If you haven’t voted yet, now is the time.”

For replacement ballots, contact YesElections at (855) 970-6106 or send an email to help+riverbay@yeselections.com.

For a refresher on the candidates, log in at riverbayvotes.com to read the candidates’ bios and view their election videos, if one was provided. You may also read the three Election Supplements published in the Saturday, May 10, May 17, and June 14, 2025 issues of the Co-op City Times at issuu.com/cctimes in which the candidates introduced themselves and their platforms. In addition, the Co-op City Times covered the ofﬁcial election forums where candidates answered questions submitted by fellow shareholders. Those reports were in the Saturday, May 17, June 14, and June 21, 2025 Co-op City Times Forums #1 and #2 can also be viewed on YouTube, bit.ly/3G4S7rd.

“Frustrated about repairs? Don’t sit out the vote,” said election co-chair Graham. “Not voting because of apartment issues is like refusing to go to the doctor when you’re sick, it only makes things worse. … Our annual Board election is paid for with our carrying charges. When we don’t reach quorum, we must pay again. That means more robocalls, more reminders and delays our community’s progress.”

Director Graham went on to stress that voting is how shareholders demand better for their Co-op City community. “Voting moves us forward together,” she added. “Let’s meet quorum and be part of the solution.”

Board Director Coleman, who co-chairs the 2025 Election Committee along with Director Graham, reminded shareholders that last week, the country marked the 60th anniversary of the historic Voting Rights Act which outlawed discriminatory voting practices. “As we reﬂect on this signiﬁcant anniversary, it’s disheartening to acknowledge that in Co-op City, we’ve had to extend our Board of Directors election twice because we haven’t met the required quorum of one-third of shareholders,” she stated.

Director Coleman informed shareholders that their participation in the annual Riverbay Board election process is vital as the elections are mandated not only by Riverbay Corporation’s bylaws, but also the Private Housing Finance Law and the community’s supervisory agency, the New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal (HCR).

“These rules and laws exist not to compel participation, but to safeguard it, ensuring transparency and fairness in our community,” Board Director Coleman said. “Every household has a vote, a right that empowers the majority. Voting allows us to choose who leads our community and how our ﬁnances are managed. It enhances accountability, protects affordability, and prepares us to advocate for necessary changes. Ultimately, voting preserves our community, keeping Co-op City vibrant and resident-led. Our system is designed to encourage active involvement. We have the right to vote in Board elections, attend Board meetings, join committees, and contribute to decisions that shape our community. Shareholders in good standing even have the opportunity to run for a Board seat.”

With roughly one more week of voting remaining before the second extension ends, all mailed ballots must be postmarked on or before Monday, August 18, 2025 to count in the election. If a quorum is obtained by that time, the 2025 Election Committee will proceed to review and certify the final count of ballots on Monday, Aug. 25. The official results of the election will then be posted publicly on Tuesday, Aug. 26, and reported in the Saturday, August 30th Co-op City Times. Wednesday, Aug. 27, is the filing deadline for electronic challenges to the election. The newly elected Board members will be sworn in on Wednesday, Sept. 2, at an Open Board meeting which shareholders will be invited to attend.

Update on Garage #3 Construction

During an inspection of the garages in August 2023, damage on the 5th and 6th ﬂoor level of Garage 3 was discovered.

As a precaution, the Riverbay Construction department immediately closed off the entrance and stairwell on the southwest side of garage and began working with contractors to remove the damaged section and submit the proper paperwork to the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) to begin construction.

However, the permits to begin the work were denied due to several active violations on the block and lot.

Riverbay has since engaged with the DOB to help resolve these violations, many of which are outdated and lack actionable detail.

At this point, Riverbay is still awaiting a formal response from DOB. Once all the violations are resolved, and the necessary permits are obtained, contractors will begin the repair work.

Management apologizes for the inconvenience and thanks shareholders for their continued patience. Please know that Riverbay takes these concerns seriously and is committed to seeing the work completed as soon as possible.

Deepest Condolences

Yvonne Pinnock passed away on July 23, 2025 at the age of 93. She has been a resident of Bldg. 26A in Section 5 for almost 46 years.

This tribute is submitted in memory of a life beautifully lived, a heart so beautifully loved. Though she is no longer here, her legacy of kindness and love will be inscribed in our hearts. A beautiful woman who opened her door to whoever was in need and treated everyone with love and kindness.

A Memorial Service will be held at McCall’s Funeral Home on September 19 at 3 p.m.

The late Yvonne Pinnock is sadly missed by her daughter, Jacqueline Gable; son, Peter Pinnock; daughter, Lillian Pinnock; husband, Dennis Pinnock; son, Donovan Pinnock, and her nieces and nephew.

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together a report titled, “More Learning, Less Scrolling: Creating Distraction-Free Schools,” where she detailed ﬁndings from the feedback. The report highlighted three main ways that smartphones are detrimental to students’ ability to learn and socialize with their peers:

• Smartphones both distract students and hinder their ability to learn and be creative.

• Phone-free schools are not compromising student safety. Furthermore, “members of law enforcement participating in roundtables have indicated that, in their experience, students may be safer in phone-free settings during an emergency when their attention is solely on following the direction of teachers or administrators trained for an emergency.”

• Phone-free schools improve mental health for both students and teachers. “Adolescents who spend up to three hours a day on social media are more likely to experience mental health issues such as depression and anxiety, and 73% of teenagers who have been cyberbullied have experienced it on social media.”

Governor Hochul explained her decision to remove smartphones from classrooms. “New York was the ﬁrst state to target addictive social media feeds — and now we’re the largest state to restrict smartphones in schools throughout the entire school day. I know our young people succeed when they’re learning and growing, not clicking and scrolling — and that’s why New York continues to lead the nation on protecting our kids in the digital age,” Gov. Hochul said on May 6.

Voting in the 2025

Monday, August 18th!

—Peter Pinnock

Cellphones

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The NYPD will be introducing new quality of life programs throughout the ﬁve boroughs. I’m hopeful that the program’s impact will be a positive one here in the community.

In my opinion, these are our issues of concern. Shareholders/cooperators should be laser focused on voting for the Mayoral candidate listening to our issues, because Co-op City is one of the largest voting blocks in NY City.

All I am asking of Co-op City residents is to “re-

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member who we are,” and what our 30-some-thousand registered votes mean! Don’t let any candidate talk around our issues, ask them to commit to addressing them.

Almost There

In closing, I want to continue to recognize that Riverbay Board of Directors’ Elections Committee co-chairs, Monique Coleman and Leah Graham, are continuing to do a fantastic job towards getting our shareholders to vote in this year’s elec-

over 20 years managing janitorial services in a variety of settings, including commercial, healthcare, education and residential facilities. This experience includes ﬁve years of managing a commercial ofﬁce building at 30 Rockefeller Plaza and his work as a director of environmental services, which he explained is what janitorial services is referred to in a healthcare setting.

“There’s a little difference in nuance, difference in staff, and that’s why they’re called environmental,” Mr. Kim explained. “But environmental and janitorial services is what I’ve been doing for the last, I would say, 20 years in all different ﬁelds, different departments, both residential, commercial, higher education, K to 12, and then pharmaceuticals.”

He also has a background in contract negotiations and worked as the general account manager for two school districts.

Since starting in his role four weeks ago, Mr. Kim has been focused on getting to know the layout of the complex, understanding the scope of operations and working with his team to continue getting work done throughout the community. The Janitorial department is one of the largest departments within the corporation with over 260 workers.

“Right now, I’m just observing, trying to know the layout and what the operation looks like,” Mr. Kim said. “Once I get a complete understanding of how the program runs, I’ll bring some of the skills and knowledge that I learned while working in commercial buildings and healthcare and kind of infuse some of their ideas here to see how that works.”

One of his main goals is to expand and develop a more data-driven approach to help improve the quality of service provided to shareholders.

“Track the complaints, track what we do well and build on that,” Mr. Kim said. “Use that data to anticipate shareholders’ needs and be able to meet or exceed those needs.”

He also plans to use that data to help the department continue to be “shareholder driven” and ﬁnd ways to help streamline tasks to not only beneﬁt shareholders but also the workers.

“Right now, I’m just trying to learn our process, our SOP, standard operation procedures,” said Mr. Kim. “Seeing what goes on daily, weekly, and looking at the request and collecting that data and seeing how we delegate that work and how it’s done...What are the products and equipment that we’re using, and is there anything that could make our job work smarter, safer and

tions. At last count, residents are just under a thousand votes in obtaining the 5,041 votes needed for quorum.

In asking for another extension of the voting process, it will cost additional dollars, so I’m reaching out and asking all of you who haven’t voted, to please do so now.

Thank you, as always, for reading my President’s Report, and continue to have a wonderful summer.

deliver on time. And being efﬁcient with our procedures.”

Currently, to help him get a better understanding of the department and the community, Mr. Kim has been accompanying his supervisors during their morning building inspections to see how their day begins and what they have to do on a daily basis.

“In this ﬁeld, it’s how you start out the shift in the morning that really predicts your whole day,” Mr. Kim explained.

This process includes checking laundry rooms, inspecting washers and dryers, reporting any issues to administrators, and ensuring that sanitation and recycling operations run on time.

The Janitorial department’s responsibilities also include painting and plastering, replacing loose or broken tiles, power washing the buildings, changing lightbulbs in common areas, and clearing snow during the winter months.

“We do a lot of service,” Mr. Kim said. “We also remove sanitation because we have a sanitation truck that goes around. We move the trash, clean the trash and compactor rooms, and take care of the other common areas. Everything is being cleaned throughout the day so by the time shareholders are coming home, our guys have left for the day and they’re walking into a clean lobby, a clean building, and clean compactor rooms.”

Mr. Kim said that while he knows it will take him some time to get to know the ins and outs of the community and his department, he is eager to identify ways to make operations more efﬁcient and effective.

“It’s such a large complex and department, and the level of service that we provide is also very complex,” Mr. Kim said. “From tile replacement to painting, plaster, cleaning, sanitation, power washing, and snow removal during the winter... it’s a very complex set of work. Managing that and compartmentalizing the work is going to take time for me to understand what we do and improve on that service. So, I’m looking forward to the data and everything else and how I could really get my team to buy in and do something better.”

Mr. Kim also shared that he is excited to get to know the shareholders and the building associations as he continues to learn more about the community and works with his team to help keep Co-op City clean and welcoming.

“I want to do something better every day and I want my team to really believe in that mindset,” Mr. Kim said. “I want to do better today than I did yesterday and that’s the motto that I really want them to have.”

– • Letters to the Editor • –

The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writers and include their addresses and phone numbers, which will be kept conﬁdential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the authors. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be in the Co-op City Times oﬃce in Room 21, Bartow Community Center, by 3 p.m. every Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition.

To the Editor:

We, the cooperators of Co-op City, should take five minutes to vote.

It shows that we care.

We may not agree with the Board of Directors, and some of us may think that it really doesn’t matter if we vote or not, but the truth of the matter is that voting

shows that we care.

Not voting shows that no matter how much we complain, the cooperators of Co-op City just don’t care. In the opinion of this writer, it is exceedingly important we take the little time it takes to vote and just do it.

––Stephen Werner

Deepest Condolences –– Thomas and Mary Walker

On behalf of the Thomas and Mary Walker family, Broun Place Townhouse Association announces the passing of both Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Walker in June and July 2025. Mr. Walker officially died on July 30, but we believe he really died with his wife of over fifty years, when she passed on June 14, 2025. These two moved heaven and earth to continue their existence participating in social activity. Mary and Tom always greeted neighbors with kind words and social grace. Thanks to surrounding neighbors, the Ventrellas, Lana Spaulding and Jesse for their support and assistance. Broun Place will not be the same without the Walker family. May the family know no more sorrow. Their daughter, Mary Walker has submitted the obituary below for her father.

– –Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Deepest Condolences –– Thomas John Walker

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Thomas John Walker on July 30, 2025. Thomas was a loving husband, father, grandfather and loyal friend to so many.

Born and raised in the Bronx, Thomas dedicated his life to his family and serving the city with integrity and commitment. He proudly served 22 years with the New York City Police Department, rising up the ranks to Captain. Thomas was a larger-than-life character who accomplished so much in his life and did so with passion and enthusiasm. He is an accomplished author, best known for his New York Times bestseller, “Fort Apache.” The book is an iconic account of New York’s 41st Precinct in the 1970’s and a love letter to all the extraordinary police ofﬁcers who worked in the most violent precinct in the city at that time. His respect for the police and the work they do never wavered and remained paramount in his life. He has been described as a great leader and a “cop’s cop” by those who worked with him. In addition, Thomas earned a degree in Physics and a Master of Public Administration from City College.

Thomas loved his family, the NYPD, the Yankees and a cold Pepsi. He enjoyed laughter and breaking out into song. One of his favorites was, “That’s Life,” by Frank Sinatra. He thought it really summed up the “ups and downs” of life and no matter what happened you could always pick yourself up and “get back in the race.”

Thomas’s legacy will live on forever!

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Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 3

Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period. If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Ofﬁce, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

Building 3 A & B 150 & 170 Dreiser Loop.

Current Lease Expiration Date: November 30, 2025

New 3-Year Expiration Date: November 30, 2028

Co-op City Times

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Committee ––––– (Continued from page 1) quorum, we must pay again. That means more robocalls, more reminders and delays our community’s progress.

“Voting is how we demand better for our Co-op City community. Voting moves us forward together.

“Let’s meet quorum and be part of the solution. As shareholders, let’s bring ‘unity’ back into our community.

“Not sure who to vote for? Check the ‘Meet Quorum’ box.

“Remember: Voting matters, even when we’re frustrated about repairs. Thank you.”

Board Director Monique Coleman: “This past week marked the 60th anniversary of the Voting Rights Act, a landmark piece of legislation crucial in outlawing discriminatory voting practices.

As we reﬂect on this signiﬁcant anniversary, it’s disheartening to acknowledge that in Co-op City,

we’ve had to extend our Board of Directors election twice because we haven’t met the required quorum of one-third of shareholders. We currently have 4,146 votes, but we need to reach 5,041 before these votes can be counted.

“Shareholder participation is vital and mandated by our bylaws, the Private Housing Finance Law (PHFL), and Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) regulations. These rules and laws exist not to compel participation, but to safeguard it, ensuring transparency and fairness in our community. Every household has a vote, a right that empowers the majority.

“Voting allows us to choose who leads our community and how our ﬁnances are managed. It enhances accountability, protects affordability, and prepares us to advocate for necessary changes. Ultimately, voting preserves our community, keeping

What shareholders need to know about noise complaints

Shareholders experiencing undue and/or incessant noise coming from a neighboring apartment or home, are advised to call Public Safety, (718) 671-3050.

Under no circumstance should a shareholder take matters into their own hands.

Co-op City vibrant and resident-led.

“Our system is designed to encourage active involvement. We have the right to vote in Board elections, attend Board meetings, join committees, and contribute to decisions that shape our community. Shareholders in good standing even have the opportunity to run for a Board seat.

“Casting your vote is simple. You can drop your ballot in a ballot box, mail it in, or attend an in-person voting event.

“By not voting, we risk losing the affordable, peaceful, secure, and well-maintained community we cherish, with its spacious cooperative apartments, beautiful views, and convenient access to nature and amenities.

“Co-op City is more than just a home; it’s a lifestyle many aspire to, with thousands on a waiting list to experience what we have. Please protect our community by voting today.”

CCPD Reminder to Shareholders: CCPD Weekly Report and Blotter

After the call is received and the location is noted, CCPD officers will be dispatched to the home of the shareholder calling in the complaint. When the officers arrive at the home of that shareholder, the shareholder should cooperate with the officers so they can confirm that there is noise from a neighboring home that is loud enough to be considered a violation of Co-op City by-laws designed to ensure each home’s quality of life.

After the investigating ofﬁcers conﬁrm the noise and determine it to be loud enough to be considered a violation, then a Community Complaint will be issued to the shareholder of record of the offending home.

The fine for the first offense is $100 and doubles for each fine thereafter.

The Co-op City Public Safety Department informs shareholders that the weekly CCPD Report will be taking a brief hiatus as we reimagine and refocus how we share updates with our residents. We recognize the value of providing clear, relevant, and timely information, and as part of our commitment to transparency, the report will return in a new, more focused format and will be published monthly to better serve the needs of our community.

Additionally, the CCPD Blotter relies exclusively on the Riverbay technology infrastructure to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the information we provide. As Riverbay

continues to restore its systems safely and thoroughly, we are temporarily suspending publication of the Blotter until full system restoration is complete. Once systems are fully operational, residents can expect an expanded and detailed Blotter reﬂecting the commitment of CCPD to keep our community informed while ensuring all data is secure and reliable.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to enhance the way we communicate with the community we proudly serve. Together, we can keep Co-op City peaceful for everyone.

––CCPD

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

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

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

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

For employment opportunities, please visit these following sites:

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

Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply at any site. Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department.

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

Director’s Viewpoint Mary Pearson, Assistant Secretary

When I started last week’s viewpoint with “Goodbye July,” I knew there was no hope that this week’s would start with “Goodbye Riverbay Board Election 2025.”

Extension #2 has already begun. It kicked off on Tuesday, July 29, at 9:01 p.m. and it’s scheduled to run through mid-August.

Not reaching quorum on the first shot has been the reality for Co-op City elections for several years and 2025 didn’t stand a whiff of a chance of beating the odds. Why? The State changed the voting rules, our communication network shut down mid-flight, the required election vendor hit some snags and wanted to jump ship. There were endless roadblocks, and for those who received them, endless robocalls.

This election season – timing-wise – has been a mess at every turn. And with the exception of the level of enthusiasm shown by the innovative Election Committee, it’s been a mess by every other standard.

And it could get even messier if Extension #3 becomes necessary. Let’s Not Make It Necessary!

According to this year’s rules, a third extension doesn’t automatically happen. The Committee can suggest a third extension but the decision can only be made by a majority of the Board. Anybody who was paying attention in 2023 knows how that Board’s decision worked out.

The 2023 Riverbay Board of Directors Election. Remember the brouhaha when the 2023 election ended after that year’s required single extension? That year’s “required single extension???” Our election rules change year to year and not just about minor stuff but on a couple of big things such as the allowable number and length of extensions that can be added to an election.

Some years, two automatic extensions are allowed before the sitting Board needs to vote on any further extension. In 2023, the election rules sanctioned just one automatic extension. And when we failed to reach quorum? The Election Committee was required to return to the Board for permission to extend further, according to that year’s Election Rules – the rules which that year’s Election Committee wrote.

And what did the 2023 Board do? The Board shut it down, as was incontestably the Board’s right, and the results were never released, as required by law. Really? Where is it written? Now there, right there, that’s where I headed for my weekly trip

down the rabbit hole because when all that took place, and the voters of the community went ballistic, I really wanted to know if sealing the results had been really, really, necessary.

I turned to my new best friend, AI, and asked: According to NYS Private Housing Finance Law and NYS Dept of Homes and Community Renewal, as well as Business Law – can the results of board elections which do not reach quorum be revealed?

AI’s answer (with AI’s bolding) was that “generally,” when a board election “…fails to meet the required quorum, the election cannot be formally conducted, and the results, if any were gathered, would likely not be officially valid or binding.”

Even AI was hedging its bets with that “likely.”

Ten hours later, I came this close to giving up. Anyplace that even bothered to mention the problem of falling short of quorum fell short of a definitive answer.

I rephrased the question by adding “and the Riverbay Corporation By-laws” to the list of entities that govern Co-op City. I also added “or must the results be sealed” to the tail end of: “can the results of board elections which do not reach quorum be revealed…?”

The answer I got (again, the bolds are AI’s): “In general, if a board election in a cooperative governed by New York State laws and regulations fails to reach quorum, the election cannot officially proceed, and therefore, the results should not be revealed and the ballots should remain sealed.”

That’s what our legal counsel said at the time. Why didn’t the voters of the community believe that to be true?

Codify the Election Rules. All this is to say for the umpteenth time: our election rules must be codified – they must be written in stone. Require that every future Election Committee member stick to the fun stuff of jazzing up the community. Okay, maybe they’ll have to deal with a few bureaucratic details like bidding out and negotiating terms with the chosen election vendor and, of course, updating scheduling,

Proper Mattress Disposal

The City of New York requires all residents to fully cover all mattresses or box springs in a sealed plastic bag for garbage disposal and collection. This rule was intended to prevent the spread of any bed bug activity.

Please note that mattresses that are infested by bed bugs must ﬁrst be exterminated prior to covering for disposal. Please contact your respective CSO for an appointment with the exterminator. This is a free service provided by Riverbay Corporation.

Under the rule, failure to place a mattress or box spring in a proper bag will result in a $100 ﬁne imposed by the City. In addition, Co-op City residents who violate this rule may be subject to a Community Complaint with related ﬁnes and legal fees. (The City of New York and Riverbay do not provide mattress or box spring bags or covers.)

Plastic bags to cover mattresses and box springs are available at department stores, home improvement centers and large moving companies. They can also be purchased online.

Please follow this rule when disposing of mattresses and/or box springs.

These covered items are then to be brought to the basement Ash Cart room where they will be picked up for proper trash collection.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation in this matter.

––CSO

but that should be it.

And, by the way, after you see how many votes were cast electronically, I’ll bet you donuts to dollars that you’ll agree we should return to all-paper voting by using the post office resources and maybe a single Drop Box in Bartow.

But these are just minor details. I could and, and, and, add two dozen more suggestions, but this one is the big one.

(No, it isn’t – penalize people for not voting and make them pay for the extensions. That’s not legal. I checked.)

Here’s how we can prevent future messy elections: START THE ELECTION WITH NO END DATE. That’s right, the election’s 1st go ‘round will be the only go ‘round. It would end one week after quorum is reached. Start it on time (barring unforeseen disasters and upheavals similar to those experienced this year) and end it when it ends, no matter how long it takes. Check the number of cast ballots every ten days or so. Announce that pitiful number by flyer, robocall, and, if we manage to pick a workable starting date, remind us with a carrying charge insert. Do that twice.

And then?

In a civilized society, a little bit of shame goes a long way. Under a Co-op City Times heading, “Did You Misplace Your Ballot?” list every non-voting apartment.

The 2023 election missed quorum by 299 votes. It was an ugly, ugly, vindictive election. How about we all do our part to avoid a nasty repeat.

Have a good week, everybody. And encourage your neighbors to VOTE! But, nicely. MPearson@ RiverbayBoard.com/718-219-2211.

PINNACLE CELEBRATES JAMAICAN INDEPENDENCE DAY

JASA Celebrates Jamaican Independence Day

Administrators, staff and residents at Pinnacle Multi-Care Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located at 801 Co-op City Blvd., celebrated Jamaica Independence Day this week. Above are some of the highlights.

Photos courtesy of Pinnacle

On Wednesday, August 6, JASA celebrated Jamaican Independence Day. Sporting black, green, and gold attire symbolic of the island’s national flag, shareholders enjoyed cultural bites such as grater cake, coconut drops, and sweet potato pudding. Davalois Fearon and Tess Montoya of the Davalois Fearon Dance (DFD) company gave a special dance preformance taking the audience through the evolution of reagge/dancehall music. Ralph Echevarria of The Afrikan Healing Circle entertained the audience with his rhymtic drum performance. The Bartow Line Dancers also performed their “Rhythms of the Island.”

Photos by Brandi Simpson and Danielle Cruz

Director

’s Viewpoint Michelle

Marbury

What Legacy Will We Leave

5 or 50-Plus

Greetings, Co-op City Shareholders and Neighbors, Each of us—whether we’ve lived here for ﬁve years or ﬁfty—has a role in shaping what Co-op City becomes tomorrow. Every choice we make today becomes part of the legacy we leave behind.

Co-op City is not just a place to live.

It’s a vision built on cooperation, affordability, and mutual respect. It’s one of the largest cooperative housing developments in the world, and that didn’t happen by accident. It happened because generations before us showed up, spoke out, and made the hard decisions that laid a foundation for stability, growth, and pride.

But here’s the truth: that foundation is only as strong as the people who maintain it.

Participation Is Your Power

We say we love this community—but love shows up. It votes. It engages. It does the work. And yet, year after year, we struggle to meet a quorum in our elections.

Let’s be honest: without your vote, the future of

Co-op City is being shaped without you.

Your vote isn’t just about candidates—it’s about voice. It’s about vision. It’s about legacy.

If you want to protect your investment, your home, your neighborhood—you must vote. You must tell your neighbors to vote. You must act like it matters—because it does.

What Will We Say to the Next Generation?

When our children, grandchildren, and neighbors look back at this era, what will they see?

Will they see a community that stood still—or one that stood up?

Will they see silence—or leadership?

Will they inherit a fractured foundation—or a thriving cooperative model built on equity, excellence, and unity?

The legacy we leave will not be written by accident. It will be shaped by the choices we make— starting now.

This Is the Moment

We cannot afford to sit this out. Not anymore. Not in a time when housing, safety, equity, and stability

Section 5 Association

We wish all a happy and safe summer. Drink plenty of water and be careful during the hot days.

Section 5 Family Funday – is rescheduled for August 16, 12-4 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway. You are welcome to join us for a Family Fun Day celebration. Activities include games, sports, music and much more. For questions, accessibility, and much more, please email D12Events@council.nyc.gov or call 718-684-5509.

Moonlight Sail – An All-White Affair fundraiser by SFA on Saturday, August 23, aboard the Sound Bound Princess. Leaving from 78 Fort Slocum Rd, New Rochelle, NY, leaving at 5:30 p.m. sharp and returning at 11 p.m. Tickets: $125 (food & drink included). All deposits are non-refundable. Payment in full due by August 10. Contacts: Section5association10@gmail.com; Ms. Carol at 929-398-5454; Nelson at 646-644-4055; Kim at 914-848-1220.

Riverbay Board of Directors Election – Did you vote! We encourage all shareholders to vote; this is our responsibility as shareholders. Unfortunately, the election has been extended to Tuesday, August 18. We still need 1,027 ballots to meet the required quorum of 5,041. Only 4,014 of 15,000 shareholders voted. We, as a community, and the Board of Directors must get to the root of the problem. During orientation, it is possible that the yearly Board of Directors Election does not resonate with the shareholders, like the requirements for Window Guards and Affidavits. Shareholders perhaps really do not pay attention unless it is a noted warning. We think that voting should be a mandate that is discussed yearly with shareholders and a copy of the mandate should be given to each shareholders to acknowledge by signature. Also, there should be a Grievance Committee to meet the needs of flooding convectors, damaged floors and furniture of the shareholders. This is the human factor that can definitely affect the decisions people make, such as voting. It’s vital for directors to maintain open communication with their fellow shareholders, to build trust and to understand the shareholder concerns.

Spam Interruptions – If you receive constant calls, report it to your provider. Do not call the number provided. It is also best to not answer, nor leave your answering machine on.

SCRIE/DRIE – If you know someone who needs help with SCRIE (Senior Cit-

are being challenged nationwide. We are stronger than we think—but only when we act like it.

So, let’s make this moment matter.

✔ Vote.

✔ Volunteer.

✔ Attend a building association meeting.

✔ Encourage someone else to get involved.

✔ Be the neighbor who makes the difference. We are not just shareholders. We are stewards. What we do now will echo long after we’re gone.

Let’s leave a legacy that makes future generations proud to say: “They did not quit. They stood up for this place—and for us.”

Final Word

Thank you for reading my viewpoint. Thank you for hearing my heart.

I welcome your thoughts, your action, and your partnership. I can be reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com.

The time is now, Co-op City.

“It starts with one. It grows with all. United! we are a force for good—and our time is now.”

izen Rent Increase Exemption), DRIE (Disability Rent increase Exemption), or other assistance, they can call JASA Bartow at 718-320-2066 during business hours, Monday–Friday, 9-5 p.m. No walk-ins allowed.

Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. If you know of a neighbor who us sick or in the hospital, please contact Section5association10@gmail.com. To those in bereavement you have our deepest sympathy.

“Never give up. Keep your thoughts and your mind always on the goal.” ––Tom Bradley.

––H. Overman

Bernard Cylich Former Board President

Andrea Leslie Board member

Claudia Sampson Former Board member

Michelle Marbury Board member

Cleve Taylor Former Board President

Sonia Feliciano Former Board President

Marlene Smith Shareholder

National Night Out in Co-op City

National Night Out held on the Section 1 Greenway on Tuesday, Aug. 5, was another resounding success as hundreds of families, neighbors and friends gathered outdoors to recognize partners in law enforcement, and to express appreciation for the work done to keep communities safe across this nation.

Here in Co-op City, it was an opportunity for shareholders to say “thank you” to the officers of the Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD). The evening included festivities and entertainment for all ages, including games, music, and performances by hip-hop icon Kurtis Blow as well as the Mind Builders Dance Ensemble.

Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark, whose husband is retired from the New York City Police Department (NYPD), gave remarks and led a silent prayer in memory of the recent shooting of four individuals in Midtown Manhattan, including a NYPD officer from the 47th Precinct, Officer Didarul Islam.

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson addressed the crowd stating, “We will continue this celebration every year for the very fine officers of CCPD…They put their lives on the line daily for us and we appreciate them, and their service.”

Prayers were offered by Rev. Ron McHenry of the National Action Network for NYPD and CCPD, as well as citizens of the world.

Riverbay Executive General Manager Marvin L. Walton, speaking on behalf of Riverbay’s management company, Douglas Elliman Property Management, along with Cary Smith III, Assistant General Manager, told shareholders, “We are here for as long as you have us to continue to make Co-op City one of the best places to live in New York City.”

Mr. Walton made note of the fact that Co-op City is one community, and that shareholders are not renters.

“We are out here for the right reason – to support our CCPD and people who want to do the right thing,” said Executive General Manager Walton.

Mr. Walton also thanked the community’s many partners who worked with Riverbay Corporation to make the event a success.

Chief Andre Waring of CCPD and Capt. Frank Torres presented Commendations to CCPD Emergency Services Unit Officers Malik Warren and Cameron Esty for saving the life of a Co-op City resident who was found face down in the water near the Power Plant back in April. Due to their swift and skillful actions, they were able to pull the man out of the water, up the jagged rocks to medical assistance and safety before he went into hypothermic shock.

“These two officers who risked their own lives to save another human being are deserving of this recognition and citations,” said Chief Waring.

Officers Warren and Esty were also recognized by State Senator Jamaal Bailey, State Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and City Councilman Kevin Riley for their unselfish acts of courage.

During the program, a new addition to Assemblyman Benedetto’s district office was introduced, Mr. Bob Gray. He replaces Tremaine O’Garro who has joined the staff at the office of Congressman George Latimer.

Shareholders also gave a warm welcome to former Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison.

In addition, with the Riverbay Board of Directors election still ongoing, the 2025 Election Committee co-chairs and members were out in full force encouraging shareholders to vote in person at the YesElections table. Election co-chair Monique Coleman gave periodic updates during the evening, reminding shareholders of the importance of voting and the cost of not reaching a quorum.

The evening ended with a showing of “Lilo and Stitch.”

(Lauretta Jaysura and Phillip McCoy-Campbellcontributed to this article.)

(See page 13 for more photos.)

National Night Out in Co-op City

Shareholders enjoyed an evening outdoors with the officers of CCPD and NYPD, elected officials and neighbors as Co-op City observed National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 5.

Photos by PM Campbell, Lauretta Jaysura and Monique Coleman.

Co-op City Sisters Continue Studies at The Ailey School The Farmers Market Has Returned!

MadisonRai Cannon, 9, (right) will be entering her third year at The Ailey School, the ofﬁcial school of the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theatre, in September; and Haley-Drew Cannon (left), soon to be 8 years old, her second year, at The Ailey School, this fall. MadisonRai will be studying Ballet and Tap, and Haley-Drew, Ballet and West African Dance.

Both students were accepted into The Ailey School when they were 7 years old, respectively, and both participated in the school’s 2025 Junior Division Spring Concert held this past May at Hostos Center for the Arts and Culture.

MadisonRai and Haley-Drew were ﬁrst featured in the Co-op City Times on Aug. 10, 2024 when their grandmother, Dara Cannon, a Co-op City shareholder, shared their journeys as a way of encouraging other shareholders to enroll their children or grandchildren in similar activities and programs to expose them to opportunities and broaden their horizons. At the time, Ms. Cannon said, “This was something unexpected, and I took a chance. It’s possible to do things like this.”

MadisonRai and Haley-Drew began taking classes at a local studio when they were much younger before auditioning for The Ailey School. That opportunity in itself came about when a fellow shareholder witnessed MadisonRai, then 7, dancing in the laundry room as she accompanied her grandmother, and suggested to Ms. Cannon that she should have MadisonRai try out for the prestigious dance school. Ms. Cannon emailed The Ailey School to take a look at MadisonRai, and she was invited to audition and subsequently accepted into the Junior Division program for the 2023-2024 academic year. Younger sister Haley-Drew followed suit the next year when she too was 7 years old, and was accepted into the Junior Division program. Although both MadisonRai and Haley-Drew enjoy dancing, MadisonRai aspires to becoming a doctor, and Haley-Drew, an architect.

The Harvest Home Farmers’ Market is back in Co-op City every Wednesday from 7 a.m.-3 p.m. in the park between Asch Loop and Aldrich Avenue (adjacent to the ﬁrehouse). Starting on Wednesday, August 6, the Market will also be available on Saturdays, 7 a.m.-3 p.m., at the same location in Co-op City.

Shareholders are encouraged to patronize local farmers who provide fresh, organic produce and goods. This past Wednesday’s market featured fresh fruits, vegetables, home-baked goods and products, juices, and healthy meal demonstrations by Harvest Home associates utilizing fresh produce from the farmers, which shoppers were able to sample.

Bartow Parking Lot Refreshed

Host Comedian Kenny Woo

Petawane

Photos by Miguel Baez

The Riverbay Maintenance department’s special projects unit has completed repainting the parking lines, directional arrows, No Parking islands and handicap parking spaces in the Bartow parking lot. The work was done overnight by the Maintenance crew, supervised by Miguel Baez, after the lot was cleared of vehicles.

Photos by Brandi Simpson

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. I hope your summer is ﬁlled with sunny, breezy, and fun-ﬁlled days along with cool, quiet, and relaxing evenings.

Our Building 9 families are sending off at least three college freshmen this year. Please join us in wishing Brianna, Carlos, Michelle, and all the others, success as they embark upon their brilliant future endeavors.

If you have not done so already, please submit your ballot for the 2025 Riverbay Corporation Board of Directors election. The date has been extended (again) for your benefit. If you do not vote, do not complain. Be the change you seek. Vote. It is time for our annual Building 9 Association Shirley Wells Back-to-School Raffle. Our Back-to-School Raffle is open to students who reside in Building 9A or 9B only, entering grades 1 through 12 in September 2025. Please submit name of current shareholder, address with apartment number, telephone number, relationship to the student, student’s name, age, grade entering, school in which the student is (will be) enrolled. The raffle application period is open for submissions from August 1–August 31. Please submit required information to the Building 9 Association Back-to-School Raffle Committee on or before August 31. We will announce the date of the in-person raffle drawing event. As in years past, there will be a raffle winners award presentation event and pizza party. At the time of award presentations, awardees will be photographed for our Building 9 Association newspaper article and for our lobby bulletin boards. Good luck. Our Back-to-School Raffle Committee members: Wanda Randall, Evelyn Mavins, Janet Yarrell, Shirley

The Summer Sunset Cruise is being held on Friday, September 12.

Thank you all for completing payment for the Sunset Cruise Yacht event. If you are interested in attending, please contact the NAACP ofﬁce. Limited space is available on the yacht, but the charter bus is sold out! After August 1, the donation is $175pp. Please make sure we have your contact information. A message will be sent to all who are traveling by charter bus of the pick-up location and time by mid-August. Price includes: buffet dinner, braised beef ribs, chicken du jour, lemon Sole stuffed with crabmeat, vegetarian entrée, dessert, soda, juice, coffee, and herbal tea (cash bar). Yacht boarding time is 7 p.m. sharp! Returning at 11:30 p.m. Info: Jacquie at 917-217-6363; NAACP Ofﬁce at 718-3203210; Jewel at 917-488-5237; Tracy at 646-2344065; Gail at 718-671-3801.

Section 2 Presents: Murder Mystery Aboard The RMS Titania – Gather your crew for an afternoon of in-depth investigation aboard the RMS Titania. A murder has taken place and you and your friends will either sink or swim

McCann, Liz Manning, Barbara Cloud and Linda Holley.

Please visit our lobby bulletin boards to see new photos of our recent events. Pokeno will be played on Tuesdays, August 5, August 12, and August 26.

Our Building Association meetings will begin in September. Please let me know if you want me to invite a speciﬁc guest speaker to address your concerns.

If your apartment temperature is too hot on days when the temperature outside is above 90°, please contact the Call Center to register your complaint and ask that the Power Plant consider lowering the convector output. Send a follow-up email to CSO and the Assistant Executive General Manager to register your complaint. It should not be sweltering inside your air-conditioned apartment.

Please plan to complete your laundry by 2:30 p.m. on any days that Riverbay Corporation is participating in the ConEdison load shedding program.

We hope you were able to join the Co-op City community for the CCPD Annual National Night Out event on August 5. Shareholders were able to meet and greet with our law enforcement ofﬁcers (new and seasoned). There were food, games, and entertainment.

If you are interested in attending the Section 5 All-White Cruise, departing New Rochelle, on Saturday, August 23, 5-11 p.m., please let me know. Tickets: $125 per person.

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

Bulding 13 Association

trying to solve this mysterious crime. Date to be announced.

But ﬁrst! We are having auditions. They are happening now. Are you interested? Ready to have fun! Male and female actors over the age of 18 are eligible to audition.

Audition Dates: This past Thursday, August 7, 5-7 p.m. and today, Saturday, August 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at 100 Casals Place Association room. We will be scheduling one more date before the ﬁnal selections, after which rehearsals will be held.

To audition, you can contact: Jewel at 917488-5237; Jackie at 917-217-6363; Tanya at 646-748-3142; Tracy at 646-234-4065, or Ms. King at Community@Riverbaycorp.com. Leave your name, address, telephone#, and cell number. Upon receipt of your RSVP, you will receive a list of characters and their background. You can select and audition for the parts you want.

Back To School: The Building Association hopes to have a Back-to-School event offering school supplies. If you are able to volunteer, please let us know when you would be available.

Save The Date: When we return from our

summer holiday, our monthly meeting will be held on Tuesday, September 16, at 7 p.m. in the Association room located in the rear of the building, under the portico. Our ﬁrst scheduled guest will be Jr. Property Manager (CSO) Ms. Lois English. This is your opportunity to get involved. The success of our Building 13 Association depends on active participation from residents. Stay informed and voice your concerns.

Help organize events or assist with community projects.

Contribute to safety, maintenance, or social initiatives.

Share your ideas to help shape the future of our building.

“A united people, striving to achieve a common good for all members of the society, will always emerge victorious.” ––Samuel Nujoma, former President of Namibia

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

E-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Contact Wendell Mattison, V.P. at 917-330-1380. Thank you for supporting our team.

––Wendell Mattison

the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833-290-0009 (English); or 1-800-216-1288 (Spanish); Email: reports@lighthouse-services.com; or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the email or fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

Building 28 Association

Association meetings are suspended for the summer months, July and August. Regular meetings will resume in September. Dues of $10 per family for 2025 are still being collected.

August Community Service “Clean-Up Project” to beautify our neighborhood. A partnership with volunteers from Buildings 26 and 28. Building 28 Association room hosted refreshments and food pantry bags were distributed. Thanks and appreciation to Councilman Kevin Riley’s Einstein Loop office for providing supplies and Tanya for the food pantry bags.

Save the Dates

Saturday, August 16 – Section 5 Family Fun Day, 12-4 p.m. Hosted by Councilman Kevin Riley. Building 28 Association will have a table.

Gentle Reminders

Compactor room: All bagged garbage and trash is to be disposed into the garbage chute, not on the floor.

The recycle bag is for recycle items only. Newspapers are placed on the shelf. If you spill it or drop it, clean it up. Postings are on each floor, each compactor door and inside the compactor room. Please follow directions to avoid community complaints and fines.

Dogs: When in public spaces (that includes the lobby, laundry room and elevator), dogs should be wearing their leash. Additionally, refrain from having your pet relieve themselves under the buildings or in the grassy areas. Take them to the curb and pick up the poop.

Laundry Room Etiquette: Continue to respect our laundry room and your neighbors by getting your clothes on time (within a 15-minute window) and maintaining a clean and healthy working space.

If You See Something, Say Something

For emergencies, call Co-op City Public Safety at 718-671-3050 and NYPD at 911. For non-emergencies, call 311. You can also call CCPD at their anonymous tips hotline: 718-879-6311.

The secretary position shall be filled in September. If anyone else is interested and if there are any suggestions for the association, please send email to: building28association@gmail.com

––Brenda Brown

The African American Association of Co-op City asks AGAIN: Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Counted.

We’re Taking It to the Streets: March on Wall Street – August 28, 2025

Mark your calendars and clear your schedules. On Thursday, August 28, the African-American Association will join allies from across the city and the country for a historic March on Wall Street.

We are marching for:

• Economic justice and equity in housing

• Fair wages and affordable healthcare

• Education that empowers, not excludes

• The right to live with dignity in a system built to serve all—not just the wealthy few

This is more than a march—it’s a message. Wall Street may hold the nation’s wealth, but we hold the power of the people.

Transportation from Co-op City will be provided. We encourage all residents—young people, elders, families, and friends—to stand with us. If you’ve ever wondered, “What can I do?”—this is it. Show up.

Change Starts at Home

While we take our voices to Wall Street, we must

Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Community Protestant Church family welcome you to worship with us. We are located at 2053 Asch Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. You may contact us by phone: 718-8629172, fax: 718-671-4416 or email: Administration@ thecpcchurch.org.

Worship Schedule

In-person Sunday Morning Worship at 11 a.m.; Adult Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.

Every Wednesday – “Hour of Power Noon Day Prayer” at 12 p.m. on the conference call line: 712432-3900; Access code, 343284#.

Every Wednesday – 7 p.m. Bible Study online via Zoom. Log in on Zoom.com or dial One Tap Mobile: 646-931-3860 or 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 813 089 803 39.

Summer Schedule

Dress Down Worship at 10 a.m. until September 7.

Adult Sunday School is on summer hiatus. Sunday, September 14 – 11 a.m. Worship, and

Building 25 Association

Hello, Building 25 shareholders! We send happy birthday wishes to our neighbors celebrating their birthday this week. It is back to school time! We extend our best wishes to everyone for success in their educational journey.

Happenings:

Riverbay Board of Directors Election 2025 is ongoing. Voting has been extended through August 18. We encourage shareholders to please vote for up to five candidates or simply check quorum at the bottom of your ballot to complete your vote. Mail your completed ballot or drop it into the drop box located in the community centers. These election extensions are costing us, the shareholders, money.

Co-op City Community Fair on the greenway on August 9 from 12 p.m.-7 p.m. Check out the “Young Entrepreneur Fair.” This would be a good opportunity to show the youth in our community support and encourage them as they pursue their dreams.

Sick and Shut-ins: We extend our prayers to you for your comfort and healing.

Condolences: We extend sincerest condolences to the families of Ms. Sylvia Robinson and Ms. Lori Melton on the recent passing of their loved one. May you find strength and peace during this challenging time.

Monthly Meeting

Building 25 Association’s monthly meetings, which are held on the third Tuesday each month, is suspended for July and August. We look forward to seeing you again in September. Although the monthly building association meeting is on summer break, you can still voice your concerns by contacting us at bldg25association@gmail.com . Management has temporarily removed the suggestion box from the laundry room. We hope it will be returned soon. In the meantime, please contact us via email. A board member will respond as quickly as possible. We welcome our fellow building shareholders’ input into the operation of our building association. The yearly building association’s dues are $5 per family.

We wish everyone good health and a wonderful week.

––Evelyn

Herbert

African-American Association

also stay rooted right here in Co-op City.

Too many decisions affecting our daily lives are being made without enough of us at the table—or at the ballot box. Let’s change that. Let’s show the power of participation. If you haven’t voted in our local elections yet, there’s still time. And if you’ve already voted, call someone and ask, “Did you?”

Because every ballot cast is a brick laid in the foundation of our future. The question to you who have already voted is this. Do you want this affordable housing complex to be available for your lineage? What are you teaching the generations after us?

Upcoming Events– Join Us & Stay Connected! August 28 – March on Wall Street

September 6 – Visit us at the Co-op City Fair, 12 p.m.-6 p.m.

September 13 – Open Mic Fundraiser, Saturday, 4-8 p.m., Dreiser, Rm. 15

September 21 – Swearing-In Ceremony, General Meeting, Sunday, 3 p.m., Dreiser, Rm. 15

October 11 – Open Mic Fundraiser, Saturday, 4-8 p.m.

October 19 – General Meeting, Sunday, 3 p.m.,

Community Protestant Church

Adult Sunday School at 9:15 a.m.

Let’s have church! We began service with praise and worship. Praise and worship is not just a ritual –it is a way to express devotion and gratitude to God for His goodness, love, grace and mercy. Don’t sit on God…give Him the glory! Before the Invocation, Deacon Khyro Dawkins read the morning scripture Psalm 37:1-9. As is customary on the first Sunday, we sang Happy Birthday to the many members who celebrate this month, including Rev. Tyrone Richardson, who also received the gift of the Right Hand of Fellowship. Pastor Owens preached “Our Foundation is the Cross of Christ,” please read 1Corinthians 1:17-18. He explained the cross is a symbol of light where God meets every heart––one on one, wherever we are. Pastor said we are an imperfect people serving a perfect God. The spirit moved as the musicians played “The Lord Will Make a Way Somehow” and “At the Cross.” And during the Call to Discipleship, it was the spirit that led three to come. Glory to God!

Dreiser, Rm. 15

November 16 – General Meeting, Sunday, 3 p.m., Zoom

December 20 – Pre-Kwanzaa Event, Saturday, 3 p.m., Bartow, Rm. 31

AAACC Programs – Something for Everyone Belly Dance: Contact Xonia Wilson, 646-3019438

Evening Line Dance: Contact Cynthia Dixon, 917-903-7073

Gospel Line Dancers (Co-op City Baptist Church): Contact Joyce Smith, 718-320-0714

Membership Has Power

Join us! Only $25/year for individuals or $35/ year for households.

Zelle: aaaccpower@gmail.com

Call: 646-883-9095

Mail: The African-American Association of Coop City, P.O. Box 702, Co-op City Station, Bronx, NY 10475

“Don’t Sit Out. Step In. You Can’t Win What You Refuse to Fight For.”

—Michelle Marbury

We thank you for your fellowship. Are you looking for a church home? Are you looking to feel connected? We welcome you to come hear the good news of Jesus and experience all the new possibilities at Community Protestant, a church of love and understanding.

Our sincere and heartfelt condolences are extended to the Robles family on the passing of member, Sister Eunice Robles and all who are in a season of mourning. To Sister Kehinde Olowe, all sick and homebound members, please know your presence is missed and we are praying mightily for you and for your speedy recovery. Happy Birthday wishes to Senior Usher, Sister Sharon Harris, Dorcas shawl recipient, and to everyone celebrating their special day this month.

“For the preaching of the cross is to them that perish foolishness; but unto us which are saved it is the power of God.” 1Corinthians 1:18

Lexa M. Mingo

Co-op City United Methodist Church/ IEMU

de Co-op City

Open Doors, Open Hearts, and Open Minds.

Come and Visit us! We are a multi-ethnic and bilingual, Bible-centered congregation with spirit-filled worship. Services are held in-person at 2350 Palmer Avenue, across from Building 30. Parking is available. You can also participate with us via Zoom (904 4685745) or Facebook Live (UMC Coop City). —Pastor, Rev. Sara Girón-Ortiz

“Glorify the Lord with me; let us exalt His name together.” —Psalm 34:3 (NIV)

This week, as we continue to reflect, write, and share the story of our church, we are invited to consider the question: How does worshiping in this community help you set your mind on things above? In answering this, we’re reminded of the profound importance of worshiping together.

Authentic worship takes many forms and has the power to draw us closer to God by creating a sacred space in which we can connect with our Creator and honor Him for who He is. We were created to glorify God, and we honor Him when we weave worship into our daily lives—recognizing His worth, praising His name, and living in ways that reflect His glory.

While personal worship is essential, Scripture clearly calls us to worship in community. Psalm 34:3 urges us to exalt God together, and Romans 15:5-6 affirms this beautifully:

“May God, who gives this patience and encouragement, help you live in complete harmony with each other, as is fitting for followers of Christ Jesus. Then all of you can join together with one voice, giving praise and glory to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ” (NLT).

As it is, God is glorified when His people worship in unity, lifting one voice in praise.

Corporate worship provides encouragement, accountability, and mutual support as we fix our eyes on Christ and grow in unity. When we consistently worship alongside other believers, our hearts and minds are reoriented toward eternity. We are reminded that our values, priorities, and convictions should reflect those of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. By giving Him the first and best of all we have, we demonstrate that He holds the highest place in our hearts.

As we worship together and intentionally focus on Jesus, we experience a deeper sense of joy, peace, and purpose. May we continue to encourage one another to press forward—setting our minds on what truly matters—and never forget the living hope we have in Christ.

Come and Receive a Blessing: All are Welcome!

Theme for 2025: “God’s Love in Action with Joy and Thanksgiving”

Tuesday: Grief Share will resume in September.

Thursdays: Pantry and in-person Prayer Meeting at 11 a.m.

Upcoming Events – Save the Dates

Sunday, August 10: Escuela Dominical at11:15 a.m.

English Service at 11:15 a.m.

Servicio en Español at 12:30 p.m.

Thursday, August 14: LCOA Workshop: HIV and Prostate Cancer at 12 p.m.

Vacation Bible School: August 25–29 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration on Sundays at 12 p.m. Free Snacks.

Graciela Abadia

( Salmo 119:105-106 ) “Tu palabra es una lámpara a mis pies; es una luz en mi sendero. Hice un juramento y lo he confirmado que cumpliré tus justas leyes.”

Paz de Dios con ustedes.

Una lámpara se usa para iluminar el camino en la oscuridad y evitar perderse, ¿verdad? De igual manera, la luz de la Palabra de Dios ilumina nuestro camino a medida que la oscuridad de este mundo aumenta. La Palabra de Dios nos da claridad para asegurarnos de no perdernos en este mundo. Nos mantiene seguros y disipa la neblina que oculta el comportamiento pecaminoso y las malas intenciones que buscan hacernos daño. Sin embargo, depende de nosotros confiar con determinación en Dios y andar conforme a su Palabra. Nos encantaría que nos acompañaras mientras estudiamos la palabra de Dios y recibimos su tierno amor y misericordia. Somos una congregación pequeña, pero nuestra hospitalidad y amor superan nuestro tamaño. Somos la única iglesia hispana en la comunidad de la Sección 5 y nuestras puertas están abiertas para recibir a aquellos que buscan una iglesia basada en la Biblia. Nuestra iglesia está ubicada en 135 Einstein

Church of the New Vision

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Church of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to worship with us at 115 Einstein Loop North, Bronx, NY 10475. Church phone: 718-6718746 and Pastor’s phone: 914-522-5039.

Our scripture verse for 2025 is: (2 Corinthians 2:14 KJV) “Now thanks be unto God, which always causes us to triumph in Christ and maketh manifest the savior of his knowledge by us in every place.”

Come Fellowship with Us: Sunday School Adult and Youth begin at 9:30 a.m.

Sunday morning worship service is 11 a.m. All are welcome. Masks are required.

Fasting, prayer and meditation is the last Wednesday of each month.

Daily Noon Day Prayer Line: 12-12:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Join us for Wednesday Night Bible Study and prayer. The conference line number is 646769-9900; Access Code: 3099388#. Please mute your phone.

Worship Message: “Pray about Everything”

Scripture Lesson: Philippians 4:6-9: “Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do and the God of peace shall be with you.”

Save The Dates

August 9 – Family & Friends Picnic at Glenn Island Park, 12-5 p.m. See ushers for a parking permit which is necessary to enter the park.

August 12 – (Tuesday) Noah at Sight & Sound is sold out.

August 16 – Section 5 Family Fun Day, 12-4 p.m. Hosted by Councilman K. Riley.

September 21 – Choir and Pastor’s Anniversaries. More information to follow.

September 27 – Join us for Prayer Breakfast at 10 a.m. Donation: $15. Please contact: Sis. Sadie James at 917-667-4229 or Sis. Hermena Smith at 718-7085035.

October 18 – Women’s Fellowship Conference. Additional information to follow.

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

Please mail contributions, tithes and offerings to: Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, New York 10475. Thank you ––Brenda Brown

IMPORTANT!

For up-to-date communication from Riverbay Corporation, read the Co-op City Times, delivered to your building lobby and the community centers on Saturdays, tune in to the Crawler on your home TVs and lobby monitors, and register for Phone Tree notifications.

Iglesia Cristina Marcos 16:15

Loop Community Center, segundo piso, Salón 33.

Servicios Ofrecidos:

Lunes: Estudios Bíblicos Español/telefónico, 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; Código: 696248)

Martes/Viernes: Estudios Bíblicos Zoom , 8 p.m. (ID: 3447367643; Código: 3jEJ2W)

Jueves: Estudios Bíblicos telefónico: Ingles/7 p.m.; Español/9 p.m. (564-888-5521; Código: 696248)

Domingos: Culto de Adoración, 11:30 a.m.

La Santa Cena es el 1er Domingo del mes.

Que Dios le bendiga y recuerda que Cristo te ama.

( Psalm 119:105-106 ) “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path I have sworn and confirmed that I will keep Your righteous judgements.”

Peace of the Lord be with you.

A lamp is used to lighten your way in the dark to avoid getting lost right? Likewise, the light of God’s Word illuminates our way as the darkness of this world increases. God’s Word brings clarity to ensure we do not lose our way in this world. It keeps us safe and pierces the fog that conceals

sinful behavior and evil intentions meant to harm us. Yet, it is up to us to determinedly trust God and walk according to His Word.

We would love for you to join us as we study God’s word and receive his tender love and mercy. We are a small congregation, but our hospitality and love surpass our size. We are the only Hispanic church in the Section 5 community and our doors are open to receive those who are looking for a Bible-based church. Our church is located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, 2nd Floor, Rm. 33.

Services Offered

Monday: Spanish Bible Studies/phone, 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; Code: 696248)

Tuesday/Friday: Zoom Bible Studies, 8 p.m. (ID: 3447367643; Code: 3jEJ2W)

Thursday: Telephone Bible Studies: English/7 p.m.; Spanish/9 p.m. (564-888-5521; Code: 696248)

Sundays: Worship Service, 11:30 a.m.

Holy Communion is the first Sunday of the month

God bless you and remember, Jesus loves you.

––Blanca Santana

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The synagogue would appreciate donations to keep our shul open. If you would like to help, go to www.Gofundme.com/Traditional-Synagogue-of-Co-op-City to donate, or mail to the Traditional Synagogue located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of 27B.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 10 a.m. After service, we serve a hot/cold kiddush meal. Entrance to our synagogue for Saturday services is on the side door of Building 27B.

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place, in the rear lobby of 27B. It is on the ground floor of Building 27B. It is handicap accessible, no steps. Phone #: 718-379-6920. Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Please call the office before you attempt to come over. If no one is in the office, please leave a message. The synagogue has a Facebook page: “Traditional Synagogue.”

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are

National Council of Negro Women

NCNW Co-op City Section – Our Youth Committee is gearing up for back-to-school. We are collecting school supplies for students of all ages on the following dates: August 9, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.; August 12, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; August 13, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.; August 21, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. We will be in Dreiser Center, Rm. 14, on these days. We always appreciate the donations from our entire Co-op City community as we support our youngsters. We are accepting donations of pens, pencils, paper, crayons, markers, 5-subject notebooks, composition notebooks, scissors and other essential school supplies. All collected items will be distributed to the youth in our community on August 30 at Ranch Caribbean Vybez Restaurant, located in the Dreiser Community Center. If you have any questions, contact Akeisha Neely at 917-826-5644 or email us at ncnwcoopcityyouth@gmail.com. Let us help our youth start the school year strong! Thanks for your support! October Health Fair – During the summer the Co-op City Section is preparing for our “Family Health & Wellness Fair” in collaboration with Riverbay Corporation. Be sure to save the date, Saturday, October 4, from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., in 177 Dreiser Loop Auditorium B & C. Do not worry about the weather because it will all be inside. This will be the perfect opportunity for all members of the family to take stock of their potential health problems.

Good Health WINs (NCNW) – Members of NCNW are in the fifth year of attending seminars about the important role that vaccinations play in the health of any community. We are working to create an infrastructure for good health. This is achieved by reducing health disparities, increasing vaccination opportunities, vaccination education and identifying the drivers of vaccine hesitancy. Our first meetings began in the early days of Covid-19. Even when a vaccine was produced, there was difficulty building community confidence in family medical decision making. Good Health WINs begins with education. We are trying to increase the availability of messages that resonate with Black and Hispanic communities. A program that began under the stress of a worldwide pandemic of a new disease, we realize is still needed by the resurgence of communicable diseases that we thought we were done with.

August is National Immunization Awareness Month – This is the month that promotes the importance of vaccination for all ages to protect against preventable diseases. These days, most children live to adulthood. For much of history, almost half did not! The gradual change is due to better nutrition, sanitary drinking water, discovery of antibiotics to treat infections, early successful surgical intervention with newborns and vaccinations, which prevent diseases.

Social Media – Remember you can find us on our website: www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com; on Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: ncnwco. opcity@gmail.com.

––Joyce Howard

a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10 a.m. so we can take out the Torah.

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

Sabbath ends on Saturday, August 9, at 8:53 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, August 15, at 7:53 p.m.

Good and Welfare: The congregation welcomes donations in honor or memory of a loved one. Any amount is greatly appreciated. For information about the congregation and its services, please call: 646-285-1206.”

To All Members: Happy birthday to Michael Schwieger, Howard and Steven Schwartz, Barbara Rose and all other members who will be celebrating their birthday in August. Please send me your name and I will add it to the list.

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

––Bruce Gitelson

Newsong Church

For Such a Time as This: Faith in the Fire

“But even if he does not, we want you to know, Your Majesty, that we will not serve your gods or worship the image of gold you have set up.” –Daniel 3:18

In Daniel 3:14–18, Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego boldly refuse to bow to King Nebuchadnezzar’s golden idol, even under the threat of being thrown into a fiery furnace. Their words are powerful: “The God we serve is able to deliver us... But even if He does not, we will not serve your gods.”

That’s unshakable faith.

They trusted God’s power but didn’t make their obedience conditional on rescue. Their worship was rooted in truth, not in comfort or reward.

This is the kind of faith we’re all called to—faith that holds firm even when outcomes are uncertain. Like these three men, may we learn to trust who God is, not just what He does, and say with confidence, “Even if He does not…” we will still follow Him.

Join us next Sunday as our young adult communicators continue our sermon series titled, “For Such a Time As This.”

About Us: Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City! We believe that every person can know God, find freedom, discover their purpose, and make a difference in this world! No matter what you’ve been through or where you come from, you are welcome here. Join us for Sunday worship and see why God’s family is no ordinary family. Check us out; we’re located at 135 Einstein Loop! Sunday Worship Experience – Every Sunday at 11 a.m., our Sunday worship experience starts with celebration. We make music to please God and to build others up. Colossians 3:16 says, “Sing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs to God with thankful hearts.” We sing to bring glory and honor to God and celebrate who He is and what He’s doing in our church!

Newsong Deaf Church, Rm. 35 – Our deaf worship experience is in ASL so that our deaf and hearing impaired can worship and fellowship in their own language!

Kidsong, Rm. 49 – We’ve created a place where children can have fun and learn about Jesus on their own level!

Against The Flow – Every Friday at 6:30 p.m. in Rm. 42, ATF is Newsong’s student ministry. Today’s middle and high school students will lead the next generation of the church and change the world. At ATF, our goal is to graduate students into a lifetime of following Jesus.

So, what are you waiting for? There’s a God in heaven who loves you and has a purpose and plan for your life! Do you live outside of Section 5? Remember, a church alive is worth the drive! Come and find hope. Come and find healing. Come and find freedom.

Mailing Address: 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 42

Phone: 917-342-2559

Email: CentralTeam@newsongchurchnyc.org

Prayer Request Line: Text “Prayer” to 877-899-7323

Website: www.newsongchurchnyc.org

Social Media: Facebook/IG/X: @newsongchurchbx; YouTube: Newsong Church NYC.

—Pastor Mike Tolone

Laundry Room Etiquette & Safety

Cooperators, please pick up your discarded fabric softener sheets and plastic shopping bags from the floor in the laundry rooms, for your safety and that of your fellow neighbors.

Be a concerned shareholder! Cooperate!

Co-op City Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow at 9 a.m. in-person and on Zoom. Sunday School classes are suspended for the summer. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 50 (lower level), Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone: 718320-3774. Email: ccbc135@optimum.net or coopcitybc@gmail.com. Website: www.coopcitybaptistchurch.org. Masks are optional.

Service is also available on Zoom at https://us04web.zoom.us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: 646-568-7788; Meeting ID: 962 343 0102#; Password: 788175#. You can also go to YouTube, search for “Co-op City Baptist Church” and watch us there.

The church’s free conference call line dial-in number is 857-357-0254; the

Circle of Christ Church Iglesia Circulo De Cristo

Taking Back Control of My Mind

World Health Organization July 2022: Mental health is a state of mental well-being that enables people to cope with the stresses of life, realize their abilities, learn well and work well, and contribute to their community. It is an integral component of health and well-being that underpins our individual and collective abilities to make decisions, build relationships and shape the world we live in.

Why are there so many mental health issues in society? What is happening that people seem to have no hope, no peace and no security? The Bible informs us and tells us to reconsider our lifestyles.

(Galatians 5:16) “Walk by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the flesh. But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.”

We have become self-centered and find it difficult to put our needs aside and be present to other people’s suffering. We have turned inward! We lack the Spirit and are living bitter and unfocused lives.

(Psalm 73:21) “When my heart was grieved and my spirit embittered, I was senseless and ignorant; I was a brute beast before you. Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand.”

When we begin to develop a correct servanthood mindset many of our problems become smaller as we immerse ourselves in helping others. Inward thinking leads to stagnation, helping others brings healing.

(John 13:5) “Jesus poured water into a basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet.” (John 4:34) “My food, said Jesus, is to do the will of him who sent me and to finish his work.” (Luke 19:5) “When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to him, Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today.”

Summer Schedule – 147 Dreiser Loop (lower level).

Every Thursday in August, the Bible Study will focus on dealing with mental health issues from a biblical perspective.

First Sunday of the month, bilingual Communion Service at 10:30 a.m.

Sunday – Spanish Service at 9:30 a.m. & English Service at 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday – Nonperishable food distribution, 12-2 p.m.

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

Friday – Youth Service, 6:30-9 p.m.

Blessings in Christ,

––Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

The Church of St. Thomas The Apostle

177 Dreiser Loop, second floor, Rm. 2

Greetings, in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The congregation and clergy of St. Thomas invite you to worship with us. Jesus said, “For where two or three are gathered together in my name, there am I in the midst of them.” (Matthew 18:20)

During the summer months, we continue to meet together for worship and fellowship as an act of steadfast service to God and one another. The summer services feature praise and worship, as well as congregational participation in providing messages, readings, and singing. We hope you will come out and participate in these enjoyable services with us.

The Eighth Sunday after Trinity, August 10

● 11 a.m., Communion Service.

● Fellowship with light refreshments following the service.

Scripture Lessons:

● (James 3:13-18)

● (Luke 2:40-52)

Prayer Intent: Wisdom

“O God, who art the Wisdom of the wise and the strength of the strong, whose Beauty shines through the whole universe; may we so open our hearts to the Spirit of wisdom and understanding that we may ever be strong in Thee, our Rock of Ages, and may show forth in our lives the beauty of holiness; through Christ our Lord.”

––Rev. Dorian Miceli

Access Code is 660065#.

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

“God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” (Psalm 46:1)

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

––Marilyn C. Williams

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

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

Email: stjosephsepc@aol.com. Church phone number: 718-320-0844. Priest-in-charge: Father Simeon Johnson; cell phone: 917-227-4303.

In-person worship service for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost will be conducted by Father Simeon Johnson at the church on Sunday, August 10, at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference.

The daily noonday prayer service will resume in September at a date to be announced. To participate by teleconference, dial 1-425-436-6344, Access Code: 509-898, followed by the # sign. Father Johnson, the Vestry and other committees/groups will also be on summer break. In Father Johnson’s absence, we will have a supply priest.

Pledge Cards for 2025 are still available. Please collect, complete and return yours to the church as soon as possible. We know that you want to help your church, so it is on these cards that you tell us about your areas of interest and expertise.

Events and Fundraising Activities

August 15: The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of St. Joseph’s are having an Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Ride to Connecticut (Luncheon included) on Friday, August 15, 2025. The bus departs promptly at 8 a.m. from in front of the Rehab. Center, 177 Dreiser Loop, Co-op City. All seats have now been taken. The full donation of $165 per person is past due, and there will be no refunds. If you have any questions, please contact Valrie at 718-3200844 or 347-200-5850. If there is no answer, please leave a detailed message. September 27: Dinner Sale. Kindly mark your calendars and plan to join us for our delicious homestyle dinners (including chicken, oxtails and spare ribs) from 12 p.m. until sold out. You may also call in your orders ahead of time, 718-320-0844.

October 5: Women’s Sunday and Fellowship. Please let Valrie know if you plan to participate.

Condolences: Our thoughts and prayers go out to all our bereaved members, families and friends who have recently lost loved ones. Please remember to keep them in your prayers.

Sick and Shut-in: We extend our well wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery. If possible, please visit them, call them on the phone or send them a card.

Birthday Greetings: Best wishes and blessings to everyone celebrating a birthday this month.

We continue to collect only food (cans and dry goods) for the pantry at Grace Episcopal Church, West Farms. If you can, please contribute to those in need.

“You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.” (Luke 12:40)

Grace and peace!

––Merville Chambers

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

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

Annual Bake Sale – Back by popular demand, our annual Bake Sale will be held on Sunday, September 7. We are asking for donations of fresh baked or store-bought goods (cakes, cookies, cupcakes, etc.) For additional information, please contact Lenise at 917-701-0059 or Lisa at 646-220-0802. We are looking forward to some tasty treats.

Riverbay Board of Directors Annual Election – The Riverbay Board Election has been extended until August 18. If you have not voted, there is still time. You should have received your ballot in the mail. If you did not, please call 855-970-6106 or send an email to: help+riverbay@yeselections. com. Please vote so that we will have a quorum on August 18. You may also check the box on the ballot for quorum purposes only. If a quorum is not reached, the voting will be extended and the money comes out of our pocket because we are Riverbay. Let your voice be heard. Vote! Let us do this Co-op City!

Tip of the Week – In each of our lobbies, we have several bulletin boards which feature all the happenings in Building 10 and throughout our community. Check out the bulletin boards for upcoming activities.

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

Suicide Prevention – If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide or in emotional distress, the number to call for help is 988, you can call or text. Someone is available 24 hours a day.

Questions, Comments and Suggestions – You can contact the Building 10 Association via email at Building10Assoc@gmail.com or drop a note in the suggestion box in the laundry. We are also on Facebook, “Building 10 ABC Association.” Like our page and get notified of all the happenings in and around Building 10.

We would like to wish all who are born this month an incredibly happy birthday. Celebrating an anniversary this month? Happy anniversary! To the homebound and sick, we wish you a speedy recovery. To all who have lost a loved one recently, we offer our deepest condolences.

“Education is our passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to the people who prepare for it today.” Malcolm X Have a great week

––Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Black Forum

Emergency Food Pantry – 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (opposite basketball court). The pantry is open on Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m.12:45 p.m., for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. All guests must present a pantry card, at least four to six clean shopping bags with handles and a shopping cart to receive food. We will not place food in black bags because they pose a safety hazard. Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. This distribution site is open Thursdays from 11a.m.-1 p.m. The groceries are supplied and distributed by Black Forum. Religious affiliation is not required. For the safety of our staff and other guests, mask-wearing is required when picking up food.

Our priority is to provide a safe and respectful environment for everyone accessing our services. To ensure the well-being of our staff, volunteers, and all guests, we reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who engages in disruptive or aggressive behavior. We will also cease service if an individual poses a risk to the safety of our staff or other guests.

Fresh Produce – Black Forum is distributing fresh produce to 2025 registered guests on Tuesday, August 12, from 12 p.m. until the produce runs out. Location: 920 Baychester Avenue. Please bring five to six strong, clean bags, your 2025 pantry card, and a sizable shopping cart. Please form a line away from the front door.

Farmers Market Coupons – Did you use your Senior Farmer Market coupons or Health Bucks this year? Share your delicious creations and healthy recipes. We want to celebrate the amazing things our community is doing with fresh, local food. Your photos could be featured in a city campaign! Let’s inspire others to enjoy the benefits of farmers markets together. Email your pictures to coopcityblackforum@gmail.com or text them to 929 4645520.

Fundraisers & Fun! – A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our recent Bake Sale! Your generous contributions will directly help the Black Forum Food Pantry continue its mission of feeding our community. Support our community with a fun day out! Your participation in these events help cover the rent, insurance, and supplies needed to keep our Emergency Food Pantry running strong. Help us ensure local families have access to nutritious food and household supplies. Trips include transportation and dining: Sight & Sound’s Joshua & Shady Maple Smorgasbord – Friday, August 21, 2026. Total: $225. We’re accepting three payments of $75 each and are collecting deposits now. First payment to hold your seat is due October 24; second payment is due February 14, 2026; third payment is due April 18, 2026. Please be prompt with payments. No refunds. Also, Ace in the Hole which will include luncheon and show, and Windows on The Lake with Jack’s 58 casino in Ronkonkoma, LI. More information to come. Contact Us: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com ––D. Illis

Building 6 Association

Happy Saturday, neighbors. I hope when you read this, it finds you in good standing.

If any neighbor is experiencing a leak or having issues with their apartment and needs help with facilitating services, feel free to contact President Lassiter at 347366-7690 and VP Centeno at 917-417-5709; we will gladly assist you.

Laundry Room Etiquette: Please remove your laundry out of the washer/dryer within a 15-minute window. Never spray disinfectant aerosols into the machine, as it can ignite a fire. Please pick up used dryer sheets and empty detergent bottles and place them into the proper receptacle.

Compactor Room: Take all bulk boxes to the Ash Cart room in the basement. Never place raw garbage into the chute. Rinse out all recyclables. Never place pizza boxes or food containers on the floor; this will attract ants and roaches. Please place them into a clear sealed bag. Neighbors, don’t be a litterbug.

The Building 6 Associations General Meetings will resume in late September. For pertinent information and community events, always look to the bulletin boards for details.

As the saying goes, if you see something, say something. Call CCPD at 718-6713050 or dial 911.

Several neighbors have complained about the fireworks that they let off in the tennis courts. Understand that this is NYC BOE property. You can call 911 and report it, so that our quality of life is not diminished. We, the shareholders, pay too much carrying charges to accept this reckless behavior. This is our home; we should feel safe and tranquil. As neighbors, we have a responsibility to look out for one another.

Kindness never hurts; it only fosters community pride. You can’t deem yourself as a good neighbor if you don’t walk the talk.

If anyone in your home is experiencing a mental health crisis, dial 988; the hotline is open 24/7. Mental health dictates your overall health. As always, I pray for safety over all. Godspeed.

“Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors.” ––Benjamin Franklin ––Lauren K. Lassiter

Goose Island Seniors

With a sad heart, we announce the passing of Florence Middleton. Our condolences to her family.

Holiday Hills Senior Day Picnic – In Prospect, CT., Tues., Aug. 19. Seats available. Price: $150. Balance due. Bus arriving Einstein Loop at 7:45 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 8:15 a.m.

Portrait of Aretha Franklin Show Canceled – Sept. 10. Refunds available. Resort World Casino, Monticello, NY – Wed., Sept. 10. Price: $70. Bonus: $25 slot play, $15 food voucher. Balance due: Wed., Aug. 20.

Goose Island Fall Party – Friday, Sept. 19 at 1 p.m. in our club, Rm. 39. Members only. Covered dish. Bring something or $20 donation.

Nordic Lodge Seafood Feast – Oct. 4. Call 646-579-1701.

Wind Creek Casino – Bethlehem, PA., Thurs., Oct. 9. Price: $70, bonus, $25 slot play. Balance due: Wed., Sept. 10. Seats available.

Billy Joel, Elton John Tribute – Hunterdon Hills Playhouse, Oct. 11. Price: $170. Call 646-579-1701.

Foxwoods Casino and Tanger Outlet – Thurs., Nov. 6, in Mashantucket, CT. No bonus and no meal voucher. Price: $70. Balance due: Wed., Oct. 15. Seats available.

Brownstone Holiday Party – Mon., Dec. 8 in Patterson, NJ. Price: $165; $50 deposit to hold seat. Delicious luncheon, dancing, DJ and band. Balance due: Wed., Nov. 12. Seats available.

Goose Island Holiday Party – Fri., Dec. 19, at 1 p.m. in our club, Rm. 39. Members only. Covered dish. Bring something or $20 donation.

Disney Cruise (Dream Ship) – Dec. 22-26. Prices starting at $2000 per person. Call 646-579-1701.

2026 Sight and Sound “Joshua” – Thurs., March 26, 2026. Lunch at Golden Corral, then 3 p.m. show. Price: $215; $50 deposit to hold seat.

2026 Norwegian Greek Isle Cruise – May 18-27, 2026. Price: $3293-3945. Call: 646-579-1701

Notary – With Yvonne Menefee, 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

Bingo – Mon., Wed. and Fri., 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for three cards; $0.25 each additional card. Twelve games and jackpot. Refreshments. Game day – Tues. and Thurs., between 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dominoes, movies, socializing and more. Members only. Refreshments.

To All Members: Happy birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of August: Elayne Gubitose, Marvine Hollman, Susan Mondesire, Carrie Boone, Archangel (Archie) Ortiz, Ana Ortiz, Patricia (Pat) Watts-Mayo, Shirley Green, Angel Rondon and Cheryl Weeks. Birthday cake celebration Aug. 13, half-time at Bingo., 2 p.m.-2:45 p.m.

Sick and Shut-in – Mary Pilla, our former president, sends her love to everyone. Call her at 718-753-1816.

Our club is at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475, in the Section 5 Community Center. Phone: 718-379-9613. Stephen cell: 347-847-1941 (Zelle available). Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net. Cash App $StephenCarlSr.

Good health to all.

––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities

Bartow OAC Shopping trips – Wegmans (Harrison, NY), 08/19; Trader Joe’s, 8/20; Walmart (NJ), 8/26; Costco, 8/29. All trips are $6, with the exception of Walmart & Wegmans, which are $12. All trips paid for at the Bartow OAC.

Dreiser OAC Bake/Food Sale – 177 Dreiser Loop, Aug. 15, by the hardware Store from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bartow OAC Annual Bake Sale – Sat., Aug. 16, 2049 Bartow Ave., by teh library, 12-3 p.m.

Common Pantry is scheduled for Tues., Aug. 26, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Pantry is currently back on a freeze and will not be accepting new participants. Any new or inactive participants will be placed on a waiting list & will be contacted once space becomes avail-

BARTOW CENTER CLOSED

Walk w/Odessa, (On vacation until Sept. 9)

Blood Pressure W/Gertie & Phyllis, 12-1 p.m., (1st & 3rd Tues.)

Health & Wellness w/Ann, (On break until Sept. 9)

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

Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa, (On break until Sept. 9)

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

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

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

Knitting/Crocheting w/ Lynne & Betty, (On break until Sept. 11) Card Games w/Frankie, 3:304:30 p.m.

able.

Caringkind: The Heart of Alzheimer’s Caregiving Rep. will be in the Bartow main office every third Mon. of the month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. for Alzheimer & Dementia Consultation/Health Care Proxy & Power of Attorney Consultation and other services. Please call 646-744-2921 for an appointment.

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

Line Dance with Bartow Swingers – Wed. & Fri., 12-1 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, Aud. A. Notary JASA NORC Office – Weds. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 718-320-2066 for

Mindful Mornings, 9-10 a.m.

Tai-Chi, 9-10 a.m.

Line Dance, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

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

Movies w/ Dennis: “Jurassic Ballerina,” 1-3 p.m.

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

Bridge to Care Arthritis Exercise w/ Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

Technology Lab w/ Steve, 1-2 p.m. Bingo, 1-2 p.m.

Trip: Aqua Aerobics, 9:30 a.m.12 p.m.

Hair Care 4 U (appt. only), 911 a.m.

Stretch & Tone w/Ola, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Bodies In Motion w/Ola, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Board Games, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Movies w/ Dennis, 1-3 p.m. (TBD)

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

Salsa Dancing w/George, 11 a.m. -12 p.m.

Chit Chat, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Fit for Life Exercise w/Gail, 1-2 p.m.

an appointment.

Notary Dreiser OAC – Weds., 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Rm. 7. Call 718-320-1345 for an appt.

Beware of Telephone Scammers

If you receive a telephone call demanding immediate payment using a pre-paid card, wire transfer or bitcoin, even if your Caller ID identifies a legitimate business, HANG UP and report the call. Do not divulge personal information such as Social Security number, bank account number, date of birth or any other information. Be smart, be safe!

Weekend Recap Discussion, 9-10 a.m.

Piano Sing Along Class, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 (twice a month)

Leisure TV, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Yoga Class w/Adira, 1:15-2:15 p.m., Rm. 2

Nutrition Services Workshop w/ Tiana, 1-2 p.m., Rm. 4 Leisure TV, 2:15 p.m.-4 p.m.

Current Events, 10-11 a.m. Art w/ Gerry, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 6 Leisure Games w/Clara, 1-3:30 p.m. Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Tai Chi w/Jimmy, 2-3 p.m., Aud. A Computer & Tablet Class w/Ralph 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. (Virtual)

Massage Therapy w/ Diana (call for appointment), 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2

Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Bead & Jewlry w/ Brenda, (On break until Sept.) Technology Class w/ Steve, 1:15-2:15 p.m.

Sewing Class w/Joy, 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Cardio Exercise w/Gail, 11 a.m.12 p.m., Aud. A Body in Motion w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Leisure Games w/ Clare, 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 2

LUNCH & DINNER MENUS

Alternate Kosher Meals are available

LUNCH: KOSHER: Moroccan Salmon, Rice w Vegetables, Vegetables Mix; NONKOSHER: Beef Meat Sauce w/Peppers & Onions, White Rice & Quinoa, Steamed Green Beans

NO DINNER SERVED

LUNCH : KOSHER: Plant Based, Breaded Vegetables Cutlet, Garlic & Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Cole Slaw; NON KOSHER: Plant Based Buffalo Chick Pea Power Grain Bowl, Macaroni Salad

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Baked Breaded Fish, Baked Potato, Steamed Sliced Carrots, Orange; NON KOSHER: Spanish Beef Style Beef Stew, Homemade Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Broccoli, Apple

LUNCH : KOSHER: Chicken Gumbo, Mediterranean Couscous, Steamed Green Beans; NON KOSHER: Jerk fish, Black Beans & Rice, Steamed Kale

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER Breaded Vegetable Cutlet, Garlic & Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Canned Pineapple; NON-KOSHER: Chickpea Power Grain Bowl, Classic Macaroni Salad, Orange

LUNCH : KOSHER: Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti, Capri Blend Vegetables; NON KOSHER: Sweet & Sour Pork w/Pineapple, Baked Red Potato Wedges, Steamed Sliced Carrots

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti, Capri Blend Vegetables, Orange; NON-KOSHER: Jerk Fish, Black Bean & Rice, Steamed Kale

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

Massage Therapy, 10 a.m.-12

p.m.

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

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

Line Dance w/ Cynthia, 12:301:45 p.m.

Line Dance with Cynthia, 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m.

Drama Club w/Dazee Windley 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m., in Bartow OAC, Rm. 31

Drama Club w/Dazee Windley, 2-4:30 p.m., Bartow OAC, Rm. 31

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

Intergenerational Arts & Crafts w/Denise, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Salsa with Rasheem,10 a.m.11 a.m., Dreiser, 2nd floor Word Games

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

Bingo on Saturdays 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the back of JASA NORC Of fice

Trip: Nonna’s of the World Coloring for Calmness, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

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

Su Casa Art w/Tijay, 10 a.m.-12

Su Casa Art w/ Tijay,10 a.m.-12

p.m.

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

Walmart (Monroe, NY), 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Coney Island Beach/Boardwalk, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Sewing Class w/ Joy, 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2

Sewing Class w/Joy, 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2

LUNCH: KOSHER: Baked Chicken Quarters, Potato Kugel, Normandy Blend; NONKOSHER: Curried Chicken Legs, White Rice, Cabbage w/Shredded Carrots

Blood Pressure Screening, 10:3012 p.m.

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

Health & Wellness 2.0 – Celebrating Each Other, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Let’s Get It on Zumba, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Health & Wellness 2.0, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (Generational Differences) Let’s Get It on Zumba, 1-2 p.m.

Knitting /Crocheting w/Loretta 10-12 p.m.

Knitting & Crocheting w/ Loretta, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Alert & Alive w/Cathy & Essie, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4

Line Dance w/ Sassy, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Aud. A Bingo w/Gay, 1-2:50 p.m.

Line Dance w/Sassy, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Bingo, 1-2:50 p.m.

Menu fee for lunch is $2 & $5 for guest. ALL meals served with margarine and fresh milk. Menu subject to change without notice. For information, please call: (718) 320-2066. Schedule subject to change without notice.

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

Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, the NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation Must be 60 or older to become a JASA participant.

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Baked Chicken, Potato Kugel, Normandy Blend Vegetables, Can Peaches; NON-KOSHER: Sweet & Sour Pork w/ Pineapple, Baked Red Potato Wedges, Steamed Sliced Carrots, Banana

Saturday: Lunch served at 12:30 p.m. until finished: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Tuna Fish Salad, Potato Salad, Health Slaw, Apple; NON-KOSHER: Curried Chicken, Prefect White Rice, Cooked Cabbage w/Shredded Carrots, Cantaloupe

NAACP

The NAACP marches to defend democracy and combat racism and discrimination in communities across the country. Located in the Einstein Community Center, Rm. 36, we meet on the fourth Sunday of the month at 3 p.m. The NAACP Co-op City Branch Office hours are: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays. Notary available on Monday and Wednesday during office hours. Call for appointment.

NAACP Celebrates and Commemorates the Life and Struggles of John Lewis: Therefore, be it resolved, in honor of John Lewis’ consistent bravery and life-long dedication for the right to vote that every NAACP member and unit contact their U.S. Senators and President Trump and urge the United States Senate to swiftly pass, and for the President to immediately sign into law H.R.4, the “John R. Lewis Voting Rights Act of 2020” and work to eliminated obstacles that prevent every eligible American from casting an unfettered vote and waving it count.

NAACP Supports Re-Introduction of the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act to Congress days ahead of the 60th Anniversary of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.

Summer Sunset Cruise – Friday, September 12, on the Skyline Princess. Thank you to all for completing payment for the Sunset Cruise Yacht event. If you are interested in attending, please contact the NAACP office. Limited space is available on the yacht, but the charter bus is sold out! After August 1, donation is $175pp. Please make sure we have your contact information. A message will be sent to all who are traveling by charter bus of the pick-up location and time by mid-August. Price includes: buffet dinner, braised beef ribs, chicken du jßour, lemon sole stuffed with crabmeat, vegetarian entrée, dessert, soda, juice, coffee, and herbal tea (cash bar). Yacht boarding time is 7 p.m. sharp! Returning at 11:30 p.m. Info: Jacquie at 917-217-6363; NAACP Office at 718-320-3210; Jewel at 917-488-5237; Tracy at 646-234-4065; Gail at 718-671-3801.

Save the Dates

Monday, August 11: Care Without Barriers – Student led non-profit workshop, 3 p.m. at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 36. Dedicated to education, prevention, and community support against marijuana and C.T.E. More info to follow.

Section 5 Family Fun Day is rescheduled for Saturday, August 16, 12-4 p.m. Hosted by Councilman K. Riley. NAACP branch will have an outreach table. October 10–12: 89th NAACP NY State Conference Convention – More information forthcoming.

Watch & Listen: “Our Culture, Our Stories” on the NAACP+ YouTube channel.

Looking to make an even greater impact? Become a champion for change and join us to keep advancing Annual membership: Adult: $30; Youth: $10; Silver Life: $750. Until 12/31/25. Make ck/mo. payable to: NAACP Co-op City. Mailing address: NAACP Co-op City, 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 36, Bronx, NY 10475

To become a member online, go to: www.naacp.org membership and select Co-op City (2210) and join. To leave a message, call the office phone at: 718320-3210 or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com.å

––Brenda Brown

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Greetings, retirees, and friends.

We hope this article finds you all doing well as you continue to enjoy summer.

Hunterdon Hills Playhouse – Sold Out. Tuesday, September 16, Hampton, NJ, lunch, and a show, “Never Too Late.” Final payment of the balance for this trip is due no later than Tuesday, August 12. Serita will be in Rm. 19 on August 12, from 1-3 p.m., to accept payments. The bus will pick up on Dreiser Loop in front of H&R Block and depart promptly at 9 a.m. Contact Serita at 347-5645722 for additional information.

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

Condolences – We continue to pray for all our bereaved members and their families.

Good and Welfare – We also continue to pray for those who are ill and/ or shut-in. Please remember to notify Lorraine Parker at 718-671-6403 of any member illnesses or deaths.

Membership Committee – Annual membership dues are $25. Personal checks payable to the “Retirees of Dreiser Loop” can be mailed to: Retirees of Dreiser Loop, 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 19, Bronx, NY 10475. Questions may be addressed to Mary at 718-655-9170.

General Meeting – Our next general membership meeting will be held in September, the date to be announced.

––Georgianna Rodriguez

Place Townhouse Association

Our townhouse association learned that our long-time neighbor, Tom Walker, passed on July 30. Mr. Walker’s wife of over 50 years died on June 14. They will be very much missed. A photo and obituary appear in this issue.

Once again, a quorum has not been reached. We are proud to be cooperators and recognize our Mitchell-Lama responsibilities. As cooperators, one of our roles is to vote for our Board. Your “Occupancy Agreement” tells you exactly what roles you have. In turn, it’s your job to submit a ballot every year for the Board of Directors. Plus, it is your vote that passes increases, and writes and creates resolutions/platforms to investigate new replacement equipment.

A new CSO manager for Broun Place, Section 4, has been named. We have received no official announcement but learned by asking our previous one, Mr. Victor Dickson. Milsa Vega is her name. I hope we get to meet her.

All the information about the election––who, what, when, and where––is in the Co-op City Times

Another situation, we were promised transparency regarding the distribution of information by our general manager. That means sharing information about why things happen. Yet there has not been an official explanation about the elevator debacle in Building 4B last week. Cooperator voices need answering.

Those new cycle spaces are a slap in the face for cooperators who are disabled and need parking spaces. Please report to CCPD, 718-671-3050, or the 45th Precinct, if you see a car without a placard parked illegally. Tickets will be issued to those without placards. One more thing about parking, one space, per car.

Our community teacher, the Co-op City Times, tells us everything. Access it online to review Board candidates. Regarding the annual Board election, save the corporation the extra expense of a second extension, study the candidates and vote. If you lose your ballot, you can replace it.

Broun Place Townhouse Association accepts new members any time. The membership fees are $12 a year. Dues go to supplies and they support emergency efforts, for example, in case a neighbor, a cooperator, passes away, funds to help are given.

Call the following number to report the non-delivery of the Co-op City Times, Saturdays between 9 a.m.-1 p.m., 1-407-666-8317. We urge you to read your Co-op City Times and vote in the Riverbay Board of Directors annual election. Anniversary congratulations to the Kindaichi-Lazaar family on their 29th wedding anniversary. The fun continues. Former cooperator, Mr. Frank Miranda, is recovering from a heart attack, healing prayers to him.

Our neighbor, Tom Walker, died on the 30th of July. Mrs. Mary Walker, his wife, died in June; may they rest together in heavenly peace and know no more sorrow. An obit was submitted to the Co-op City Times.

––Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Broun