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Written Comments on Proposed 2.1% Carrying Charge Increase Due January 29th HCR Schedules Virtual Conference to Hear from Shareholders BY ROZAAN BOONE

The deadline to submit written comments to the NYS Division of Housing and Community Renewal (DHCR) on the upcoming proposed 2.1% carrying charge increase is Monday, January 29, 2024. The carrying charge increase becomes effective on April 1, 2024, pending HCR’s approval. DHCR, the NYS supervisory agency for Mitchell-Lama developments such as Co-op City, is accepting written comments from Co-op City shareholders. Written comments must be postmarked or emailed on or before Monday, January 29, 2024 and addressed to: George Simon (george.simon@hcr.ny.gov) New York State Division of Housing and Community Renewal 2I¿FH RI ,QWHJUDWHG +RXVLQJ 0DQDJHPHQW %Xreau, OHP 641 Lexington Avenue, 4th Floor New York, NY 10022

,Q DGGLWLRQ +&5 KDV VFKHGXOHG D YLUWXDO FDUU\LQJ charge conference to hear directly from shareholders. The conference will be held on the evening of Tuesday, January 30, at 7 p.m. on Webex and shareholders can join the meeting using their laptops or mobile devices. (See log-in details at the end of this article.) DHCR has been reviewing Riverbay’s application for a 2.1% carrying charge increase due to a shortfall in operations expenses caused by rising insurance costs, asbestos abatement expenses, increased funding of replacement reserves and general price increases for supplies, materials and services. The Riverbay Board of Directors approved ResROXWLRQ 5LYHUED\¶V SURSRVHG EXGJHW IRU ¿Vcal 2023/2024 and 2024/2025 based on maintaining the current level of services to shareholders, at its March 29, 2023 meeting. The approved budget includes funding for the Five-Year Capital Plan to provide essential infrastructure repairs to Co-op

Bronx Metro-North Virtual Session Sheds Some Details on Co-op City Station

Representatives from the Department of City Planning, MTA, NY City Council and Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson hosted the virtual session on the Bronx Metro-North Penn Station Access Plan via Zoom and live streamed on Youtube. Wednesday’s event primarily focused on the Morris Park/Van Nest and Parkchester stations, but several details shared pertained to all four stops, including Co-op City. Chair of the City Planning Commission Daniel Garodnick kicked off the opening remarks for the session and highlighted how the Bronx Metro-North Penn Station Access Plan represents a “once in a lifetime opportunity” for New York City and especially Bronx residents. “We need to take advantage of this moment and create a brighter future in the east Bronx. To that end, the Bronx Metro-North plan delivers new housing and economic development that connects local residents with thousands of new jobs, improved open space, community services, enhanced transit access and much much more,” Garodnick said during his remarks. Bronx Borough President Gibson followed Garodnick discussing her excitement about the $ UHQGHULQJ VKDUHG E\ WKH 07$ GXULQJ :HGQHVGD\¶V project and emphasizing the importance of parvirtual session showing the potential layout of the ticipating in events such as Wednesday night’s BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Shareholders tuned in to the Wednesday, Jan. 10th Bronx Metro-North virtual session learned some details regarding the future Co-op City station currently in development.

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Riverbay Holiday closing and CCTimes deadline notice 7KH 5LYHUED\ DGPLQLVWUDWLYH RI¿FHV ZLOO EH FORVHG RQ 0RQGD\ -DQXDU\ LQ REVHUYDQFH RI 'U Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Because of the holiday-shortened work week, all material, including directors’ viewpoints, submitted for publication in the upcoming Saturday, January 20th issue of the Co-op City Times, must be submitted before 9 a.m. on Tuesday, January 16. Material received after 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 16, will be accommodated as space allows in the Saturday, Jan. 20th issue of the Co-op City Times. Submissions should be emailed to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com. We wish our readers a memorable and safe Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

City and a 30% increase in transient and parking passes for Co-op City’s eight garages which was approved and implemented on April 1, 2023. To maintain a balanced budget through March 31, 2025, Resolution 23-19 proposed a 2.1% carrying charge increase effective April 1, 2024, pending (Continued on page 2)

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Sonia Feliciano Dear fellow shareholders, Happy New Year! On April 1st, 2024, a 2.1% carrying charge increase will take effect. This increase which we WDONHG DERXW ZLOO ¿OO D shortfall of $4.3 million that covers rising rates on insurance, replacement reserve (money set aside for future projects), and the replacement of supplies and services. Of the $124 million in reserves, we have $88M left to cover capital projects. Local Law 11 was our biggest which we just completed. Unfortunately, the $124M was not going to cover everything we needed. We have a 20-year program with the next 10 years looking at what has to be prioritized to secure our infrastructure and maintain our quality of life. When budgets have constraints as we had in 2023 and unforeseen challenges happen, we (Continued on page 4)

Dog Ownership – Being A Good Neighbor Although Co-op City has a “no-pets” policy, under local, state and federal laws, the Riverbay Corporation must allow some residents to have pets under certain circumstances, including dogs. For more information on Riverbay’s Reasonable Accommodations Service Animal Policy and Application, please visit the Resources page on the Co-op City website, coopcity.com, scroll down to “Legal” and click on “Reasonable Accommodations Service Animal Application.” The relationship between dogs and humans has been a special one throughout history. When given the proper care, encouragement and leadership and training, dogs can be noble creatures capable of doing so much good, from providing love and (Continued on page 9)

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HCR ––––– (Continued from page 1) HCR review, analysis, discussion and approval. An increase of 2.1% would add $5.37 to the current maximum average carrying charge of $255.87 per room, which includes utilities, effective April 1, 2024. HCR policy requires notice of their correspondence and budget projections to be served on shareholders and posted conspicuously LQ UHVLGHQWLDO EXLOGLQJ OREELHV DQG LQ WKH PDQDJHPHQW RI¿FH 7KHVH documents were also published in the Saturday, December 16, 2023 issue of the Co-op City Times WKH RI¿FLDO SXEOLFDWLRQ RI WKH 5LYHUED\ Corporation. During the 30-day comment period, shareholders or their represenWDWLYHV FDQ UHTXHVW WR VHH WKH FRUSRUDWLRQ¶V ¿QDQFLDO UHFRUGV ZKLFK DUH DYDLODEOH DW WKH $GPLQLVWUDWLRQ 2I¿FH %DUWRZ $YHQXH %URQ[ NY 10475. Following the virtual conference, shareholders’ input will be reviewed by DHCR accountants, attorneys and housing management UHSUHVHQWDWLYHV $GGLWLRQDO DQDO\VLV PD\ WKHQ EH PDGH RI ¿QDQFLDO DVSHFWV RI 5LYHUED\ RSHUDWLRQV DQG WKH ¿QDQFLDO VFKHGXOHV PD\ EH revised in light of information obtained from shareholders during the comment period, according to the HCR notice. HCR staff will then make a carrying charge increase recommendation to the commissioner. However, the HCR Commissioner will PDNH WKH ¿QDO GHWHUPLQDWLRQ RQ WKH QHFHVVLW\ RI DQ LQFUHDVH DQG LI so, in what amount. In making her decision, the commissioner will FRQVLGHU WKH H[WHQW WR ZKLFK WKH SUHVHQW FDUU\LQJ FKDUJHV DUH VXI¿FLHQW to enable the corporation to meet its expenditures, the vacancy rate, size of the waiting list, economic impact the increase would have on shareholders and market demand for apartments in Co-op City. 2QFH WKH FRPPLVVLRQHU PDNHV D ¿QDO GHWHUPLQDWLRQ +&5 ZLOO LVsue a Carrying Charge Order which will state the amount of the carrying charge increase, if an increase is indeed approved, and the comPLVVLRQHU¶V EDVLV IRU WKH GHFLVLRQ 7KH &RPPLVVLRQHU¶V 2UGHU ZLOO DOVR LQFOXGH DQ\ PLVFHOODQHRXV FKDUJHV GHHPHG QHFHVVDU\ 7KH RUGHU will also state the effective date of the increase. 7KH &RPPLVVLRQHU¶V 2UGHU ZLOO EH SXEOLVKHG LQ WKH Co-op City Times.

Directions for joining the HCR Virtual Carrying Charge Conference Tuesday, January 30, 2024, 7 p.m. Meeting number (access code): Meeting Password: I-[*&G&D IURP SKRQHV DQG YLGHR V\VWHPV To join from mobile devices: Go to: https://riverbaycorporation-205.my.webex.com/riverbaycorporation-205.my/j. SKS"07,' PD I E GH H DF ID D IH HD ; or use bit.ly/3vv3QJM; or scan the QR Code at right 1. If requested, enter your name and email address 2. If a password is required, enter the meeting password above – I-[*&G&D IURP SKRQHV DQG YLGHR V\VWHPV 3. Click “Join” 4. Follow the instructions that appear on your screen To join by audio/telephone: Dial by your location: +1-650-479-3208, US Toll To join from a video system/application: Dial: 26310159320@webex.com You may also dial: 173.243.2.68 and enter your meeting number Hearing-Impaired Shareholders 7KH +&5 1RWLFH WR &R RS &LW\ VKDUHKROGHUV VWDWHV WKDW 5LYHUED\ ZLOO PDNH SURYLVLRQV for interpreter services for hearing impaired shareholders who wish to attend the virtual January 30, 2024 carrying charge conference. However, written requests for such services must be submitted to Riverbay at least two weeks prior to the January 30, 2024 conference date. 7KHVH UHTXHVWV VKRXOG EH HPDLOHG WR 5LYHUED\)LQDQFH#ULYHUED\FRUS FRP. Please Note: 7KLV Webex service includes a feature that allows audio and any docXPHQWV DQG RWKHU PDWHULDOV H[FKDQJHG RU YLHZHG GXULQJ WKH VHVVLRQ WR EH UHFRUGHG %\ joining the January 30th, 2024 session, you automatically consent to such recordings. If you do not agree to the recording, you may discuss your concerns with Mr. George Simon at JHRUJH VLPRQ#KFU Q\ JRY RU E\ FDOOLQJ EHIRUH WKH VWDUW RI the recording. Please also note that any such recording may be subject to discovery in the event of litigation.

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Hutch. River Restoration Project’s CleanUp Volunteer Meeting The Hutchinson River Restoration Project is having a Volunteer Interest Meeting on Tuesday, January 16, 6:20 p.m. via Zoom to explore ideas on when, where, why and how to work together to help the Hutch. If you are interested in helping to clean up the Hutchinson River, creating a safe, enjoyable recreational resource for the Co-op City community and designing a future with natural ﬂood protection, then join the meeting. To register, please visit https:// bit.ly/VolunteerJan2024 or scan the QR code here:

Senior Box Distribution Date Change Due to several Food Bank closures in January, changes have been made to the distribution schedule. As a result, the January 11th distribution date has been moved to Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024, at Dreiser by the hardware store. Please mark your calendar!

Assemblyman Benedetto 2024 Lobby Visits Assemblyman Michael Benedetto will host his next three Co-op City Lobby Visits as follows: • Thursday, January 18 – 100 Aldrich Street • Thursday January 25 – 100 Dreiser Loop All visits will take place from 5:15-7 p.m. “Please join me so I can share key highlights of the Legislative Session with you, as well as discuss your own concerns on local and personal matters,” said Assemblyman Benedetto.

Next CB #10 Meeting The next General Board meeting and public hearing of CB #10 will take place on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024 at 7 p.m. at Jeanne Jugan Residence, 2999 Schurz Avenue, Bronx, NY 10465. For additional information, you may contact CB#10 at (718) 892-1161 or by email: bx10@cb.nyc.gov.

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Metro-North –– (Continued from page 1) virtual session. “It really shows your commitment and dedication and it really shows you understand the important role that all of you play as residents and advocates of our great borough,” Borough President Gibson said. “This project is truly transformative for our borough – for our communities – and it will truly help to address transit deserts in our east Bronx neighborhoods. The new line will create economic opportunities by giving residents and commuters access to new job centers and programs while reducing their commute time. It is proposed that this project will help to create 10,000 new jobs,” Gibson went on to say. Joe O’Donnell, Director of Government and Community Relations for MTA Construction and Development, spoke after Borough President Gibson and began the first presentation for the session, which was a general overview of station work. “There’s a whole host of improvements that we’re going to be doing on behalf of Amtrak here that’s going to help with their intra-city passengers as well. We’re upgrading the Hell Gate line to a state of good repair and we’ll also be expanding the New Rochelle yard so that it cannot only accommodate the new service, but it’ll be able to maintain and take care of trains – lay up trains – there as well…We’re optimizing what is essentially a two-track railroad now and turning it into a four-track railroad inside, essentially, the same footprint,” O’Donnell said. O’Donnell then outlined the various aspects of the project currently still in construction and went over the renderings for the four stations. O’Donnell later described the projected layout and design for Co-op City’s station. “This station is a little unique in the sense that it is stationed underneath – a portion of it will be underneath – the I-95 overpass. Because of the unique nature of this, one of the art components of this station will be a lighting component, which will be in the ceiling of the station entrance. There is an entrance at Erskine Place and then there’s a secondary emergency egress to the north. But, the main entrance will be on Erskine Place across the street from De Reimer Avenue and there will be the one platform where you will be able to take the train either north or south from Co-op City,” O’Donnell also said. When discussing the projected timeline for completion, O’Donnell underlined the importance of finishing the Leggett Interlocking, which will provide more flexibility and productivity. “Because Leggett Interlocking is not done, like I said, we can’t switch trains off of the tracks that we’re working on. We have to get off the tracks when trains are coming,” he said. O’Donnell then touched on the recent long term outage Metro-North had worked out with Amtrak and how the outage was “not as effective as we initially hoped due to some staffing shortages on Amtrak’s part and some oversight.” However, O’Donnell added that Metro-North and Amtrak are still working together to effectively plan track work and that Leggett Interlocking should be completed sometime in the first six months of 2024. Representatives from the Department of City Planning spoke next and discussed the public processes and environmental review involved with planning the creation of the four new stations being built along the east Bronx. Later on, members of the public were allowed to ask questions or provide a comment on the project. One participant asked if there were any plans to build parking accommodations at the Morris Park/Van Nest station. O’Donnell’s response applied to all four stations, saying that there was no allocated funds set aside specifically to build parking lots next to the stations. “One of the intentions of the project is to get folks out of their cars and into trains. So, the hope is that folks are going to take buses, there’s going to be bike parking at the trains – possibly utilizing bikes or scooters…There’s no parking in the budget, but it doesn’t preclude parking from coming at another point or not part of this specific project,” O’Donnell said in his response. One participant asked if there would be any reduced fares for Metro-North rides from the new east Bronx sta-

tions. In response, Joe O’Donnell said that while no fares have been finalized, the officials overseeing the fare system would consider a system similar to the LIRR where commuters traveling from Jamaica, Queens or any station in between into the city have a reduced fare. A Co-op City participant, Section 5 shareholder Hattie Overman, inquired about the lack of space around the potential Co-op City station and potential congestion problems. “I’m looking at the recommendations and concerns and it says the narrow streets such as De Reimer Avenue, Erskine Place and Palmer Avenue need to be widened to accommodate the traffic. But, they left out the Section 5 Hutchinson Parkway East, which is a single traffic lane. That lane is no more than four blocks I would say and it is the only entrance and exit that we have in Section 5. So, have you considered that? That lane has not been considered, because it’s the only way in or out,” Ms. Overman said. “We definitely need that Hutchinson Parkway East, that needs to be widened because it’s only a single lane.” In response, Lara Merida, Senior Director for Community Planning and Engagement at the Department of City Planning, took note of Ms. Overman’s concern and said she would bring the information back to her team. Michael Kavalar from the Bronx Office of the Department of City Planning, also responded and provided his contact information for Ms. Overman to discuss her concerns one-on-one. Riverbay Board Director and Section 5 shareholder Mary Pearson also spoke during the Q&A session and asked several questions regarding the project. “Co-op City, especially Section 5, is a very crowded area. I know that MTA Spokesman Joe O’Donnell believes that it is marshland on the south side of the tracks, but that is not true. It was true when the station was planned to be further east, closer to the current bridge. It was moved west so that it could build up a head of steam to get over the new bridge, whenever that is going to be done. That is one of my questions, when is that going to be started? Is there soundproofing in the works – in the plan?... Is there some kind of soundproofing being thought about? The other three stations have two-side access. To continually insist that it is marshland is incredibly disingenuous…The way that it’s been moved under I-95 it should be very easy to make an extension to – to get some extra money from the government – to make an extension so that the center platform can be approached from the south side…I know everybody doesn’t want money coming out of their budget, but this is something that is vitally needed for Section 5. All our roads are one lane. You’ve already cut Erskine in half without any consideration of the blind spot making a right-hand turn to the I-95 south entrance from De Reimer,” Director Pearson said. Joe O’Donnell responded to Ms. Pearson’s questions. “I don’t know that I said it was marshland. I said that it was Parks (Department) wetlands. I don’t know if there’s any distinction, but Parks is reluctant to give up land if they don’t need to. So, that was, certainly, the consideration for that side of the tracks, but I’ll go back – and I have been over there a couple of times – I’ll go back to the project team and get a clearer answer as to why, despite the fact that of course we know its moved west as indicated by its location underneath I-95 now and the lighting elements that are going to be going into the art program, because it has moved further away from where it was originally intended,” O’Donnell said. Notably, O’Donnell highlighted that a community discussion is planned for February in the Einstein Community Center in Section 5. The Co-op City Times later confirmed that the exact date will be Wednesday, February 7, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Participants will get an update on the Bronx Metro-North Penn Station Access Program and have an opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback on the project. The expected completion date for the Bronx Metro-North Penn Station Access Project is currently 2027, but the MTA plans to revisit that timeline and adjust accordingly sometime in 2024.

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President’s Report ––––– (Continued from page 1) have to re-prioritize operational needs, deferring projects. Shareholders started moving in 1968 with construction completed in 1973. This makes us 55 years old. As more maintenance is needed and the upgrade of projects becomes longer, infrastructure starts to take a higher priority. There is always something that needs repair here and if we want to maintain and live in this great development for years to come, we have to spend money. We realize that money cannot only come from carrying charges, commercial leasing increases, and energy sales. We are looking at things differently to ensure that we maximize any benefit we can get to provide added revenue to the corporation. We are still looking at EV chargers and how we can capitalize on this effort by putting them on the outside. We have not given up and we hope to see a more innovative approach from our engineers in making this a reality. We know that is what our government wants to see in the years to come. By using less energy, not only will we realize economic savings, but maintain our sustainability by lowering greenhouse gas emissions. We have set up a team of Management and Board directors working together to identify resources and available grants that we can qualify for under the Inflation Reduction Act of 2002 which took effect on 1/1/2023. This Act provides an incentive to reduce renewable energy costs for developments like ours. We are not sitting on our laurels waiting for a gift – it is not coming. We are going after anything and everything we can get our hands on to remain an affordable, sustainable community. With a promise of no increase in 2023, the need for a carrying charge increase in 2024 is a necessity. Our projects going forward are: fixing our townhouses, improving the Einstein Center and shops, the need for extensive garage work, and waterproofing our porticos. We are also working on a new CCPD class, much needed in response to meeting our hiring goals that are affected by officers who leave for other agencies. We also voted on eliminating the Deferred Equity program for new, incoming shareholders. We never intended to be a lending institution, but it came at a time when we were trying to sell apartments. We now have a waiting list of 10,000 prospective shareholders, and we feel and hope that it will put us in a better position financially so that more disposable money is available for projects that do not have to be a total burden on the shareholders of this community. Prospective shareholders can get loans from the lending institutions made available to them provided they meet the criteria stipulated by the banks. Prospective shareholders can also pay IMPORTANT TENANT INFORMATION

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Estimados accionistas, Feliz Año Nuevo. El 1 de abril de 2024 entrará en vigor un aumento del 2.1% de los gastos de mantenimiento. Este aumento, del que ya hemos hablado, cubrirá un déﬁcit de 4.3 millones que cubre el aumento de las tarifas de los seguros, la reserva de reposición (dinero reservado para futuros proyectos) y la reposición de suministros y servicios. De los 124 millones de reservas, nos quedan 88 millones para cubrir proyectos de capital. La Ley Local 11 era el más importante y acabamos de terminarlo. Desafortunadamente, los 124 millones no iban a cubrir todo lo que necesitábamos. Tenemos un programa a 20 años, y en los próximos 10 años estudiaremos qué hay que priorizar para asegurar nuestras infraestructuras y mantener nuestra calidad de vida. Cuando los presupuestos tienen limitaciones como las que tuvimos en 2023 y surgen retos imprevistos, tenemos que volver a priorizar las necesidades operativas, aplazando los proyectos. Los accionistas empezaron a mudarse en 1968 y la construcción terminó en 1973. Esto nos hace tener 55 años. A medida que se necesita más mantenimiento y se alarga la actualización de los proyectos, las infraestructuras empiezan a tener (Continued on page 5)

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cash if that is an available option for them. HCR is holding a public hearing before acting on our application for an increase. This is something that is done every time an application is made. It gives cooperators a chance to be involved and to ask questions. The hearing will be virtual and will be held on January 30th. There will be ﬂyers posted in all of our buildings. There will be an election in May. We must all be part of the process. This means you have to vote. It is not about you asking your neighbor who to vote for, it is about being informed, learning from your directors’ viewpoints, who do you see involved in community events, and who is addressing a concern solving the needs of the community. I encourage you and ask you to come out in May and vote. If you have any concerns, you can reach me as follows: S. Feliciano, c/o Liaisons ofﬁce at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475; email: Sfeliciano@ riverbayboard.com. Thank you for the privilege of serving you. Please stay well and be safe Shareholders First – We Matter.

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President’s Report ––––– (Continued from page 4) más prioridad. Siempre hay algo que necesita reparación aquí y si queremos mantener y vivir en esta gran urbanización durante años, tenemos que gastar dinero. Somos conscientes de que el dinero no sólo puede proceder de los gastos de transporte, los aumentos de los arrendamientos comerciales y las ventas de energía. Estamos viendo las cosas de manera diferente para asegurarnos de TXH PD[LPL]DPRV FXDOTXLHU EHQH¿FLR TXH SRGDPRV REWHQHU SDUD SURSRUFLRQDU ingresos adicionales a la corporación. . Seguimos estudiando los cargadores para vehículos eléctricoslas y cómo podemos sacar provecho de este esfuerzo colocándolas en el exterior. No nos hemos rendido y esperamos ver un enfoque más innovador por parte de nuestros ingenieros para hacer de esto una realidad. Sabemos que eso es lo que nuestro Gobierno quiere ver en los próximos años. Utilizando menos energía, no sólo conseguiremos un ahorro económico, sino que mantendremos nuestra sostenibilidad reduciendo las emisiones de gases de efecto invernadero. Hemos creado un equipo de directivos y consejeros que trabajan juntos para LGHQWL¿FDU UHFXUVRV \ VXEYHQFLRQHV GLVSRQLEOHV D ODV TXH SRGDPRV RSWDU HQ YLUWXG GH OD /H\ GH 5HGXFFLyQ GH OD ,QÀDFLyQ GH TXH HQWUy HQ YLJRU HO (VWD OH\ VXSRQH XQ LQFHQWLYR SDUD UHGXFLU ORV FRVWHV GH ODV HQHUJtDV renovables en proyectos como el nuestro. No nos dormimos en los laureles esperando un regalo – no va a llegar. Vamos a por todas para seguir siendo una comunidad sostenible y asequible. &RQ OD SURPHVD GH QR DXPHQWDU HQ OD QHFHVLGDG GH XQ DXPHQWR GH FDUJD HQ HV LQHYLWDEOH 1XHVWURV SUR\HFWRV SDUD HO IXWXUR VRQ DUUHJODU nuestros townhouses, mejorar el Centro Einstein y las tiendas, la necesidad de un extenso trabajo en los garajes, y la impermeabilización de nuestros pórticos. También estamos trabajando en una nueva clase de CCPD, muy necesaria en respuesta a cumplir nuestras metas de contratación que se ven afectadas por los R¿FLDOHV TXH VH YDQ D RWUDV DJHQFLDV 7DPELpQ YRWDPRV VREUH OD HOLPLQDFLyQ del programa de capital diferido para los nuevos accionistas entrantes. Nunca tuvimos la intención de ser una institución de préstamos, pero llegó en un momento en que estábamos tratando de vender apartamentos. Ahora tenemos una OLVWD GH HVSHUD GH SRVLEOHV DFFLRQLVWDV \ FUHHPRV \ HVSHUDPRV TXH HVWR QRV VLW~H HQ XQD PHMRU SRVLFLyQ ¿QDQFLHUD GH PRGR TXH KD\D PiV GLQHUR GLVponible para proyectos que no tengan que ser una carga total para los accionistas de esta comunidad. Los posibles accionistas pueden obtener préstamos

CCPD Scam Alert Shareholders are advised to be vigilant and aware of a possible scam allegedly being perpetrated by a “couple” in a black SUV. So far, encounters have occurred on the outskirts of &R RS &LW\ DW WKH , HQWUDQFH UDPS EHWZHHQ %XLOGLQJV DQG Essentially, the couple claim they are foreigners, that their vehicle has broken down and they need money for gas. In exchange, they offer a “diamond” ring or other expensive-looking jewelry. The couple then leave with your money and you are left with worthless junk. They return to the same spot a couple of hours later in search of additional victims. CCPD advises shareholders to be vigilant and on the look-out for these scammers. Do not fall prey. If you see something, say something. Contact &&3' DW DQG WKH 1<3' DW de las entidades de crédito puestas a su disposición siempre que cumplan los criterios estipulados por los bancos. Los posibles accionistas también pueden pagar en efectivo si esa es una opción disponible para ellos. El HCR celebra una audiencia pública antes de pronunciarse sobre nuestra solicitud de aumento. Es algo que se hace cada vez que se presenta una solicitud. Da a los cooperantes la oportunidad de participar y hacer preguntas. La DXGLHQFLD VHUi YLUWXDO \ VH FHOHEUDUi HO GH HQHUR +DEUi IROOHWRV HQ WRGRV QXHVWURV HGL¿FLRV Habrá elecciones en mayo. Todos debemos ser parte del proceso. Esto sigQL¿FD TXH WLHQHV TXH YRWDU 1R VH WUDWD GH TXH OH SUHJXQWHV D WX YHFLQR SRU TXLHQ votar, se trata de estar informado, aprender de los puntos de vista de tu director, a quien ves involucrado en los eventos de la comunidad, quien esta atendiendo una preocupacion que necesita resolver las necesidades de la comunidad. Les animo y les pido que salgán a votar en mayo. Si usted tiene alguna inquietud, puede ponerse en contacto conmigo de la VLJXLHQWH PDQHUD 6 )HOLFLDQR F R /LDLVRQV RI¿FH %DUWRZ $YHQXH %URQ[ 1< HPDLO 6IHOLFLDQR#ULYHUED\ERDUG FRP Gracias por el privilegio de servirles. Por favor, cuídense y manténganse salvo. Somos Accionistas Primero – Nosotros Importamos.

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

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

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Cannabis Dispensary Battle Now Lies with the State To the Editor: On Jan. 4, 2024, Community Board #10 voted not to open weed shops on Tremont Ave. and in Co-op City. This was a victory for our community. Let me make note that the room was full of cooperators showing concern for our community. The next step is the proposal going to the state. So now, the battle really begins. I urge all to call, write or text. Let the powers that be know your feelings on this matter. Talk about it with your neighbors, in your churches or on the bus. Don’t argue, inform. We must educate each other. Read your Co-op City Times. Stay woke. —Margaret Chinnery

Grateful To the Editor This letter is a thank you to the Board member/s who personally attended the hearing and provided testimony on January 4, regarding the Cannabis Dispensary application pending for 675 Co-op City Blvd. I would like to further thank our Community Board #10 for disapproving the application. We still have to wait for the Ofﬁce of Cannabis Management (OCM) to make the ﬁnal determination. I would like to thank our Co-op City Times for covering this story, keeping the community informed. We are so fortunate to have our own newspaper; at times, we take this for granted. It is always my hope more members of our community would read the paper and provide written comments. Lastly, I would like to acknowledge and commend Director Joshua Blake, Janitorial department, and his staff. Director Blake was informed of some concerns in our laundry rooms and those issues were addressed expeditiously. All the hard work is greatly appreciated. Starting the New Year feeling grateful provides the path for positivity for the rest of the year. —Ruth Sharma

Stay Alert To the Editor: For 50 years plus, Co-op City has been a lovely, peaceful community, but we are again in a ﬁght to maintain our quality of life. There was standing room at the Jan. 4th CB #10 Public Hearing. Many speakers opposed an application for a cannabis retail license at 675 Co-op City Blvd. My statement was as follows: To those who may not be aware, Co-op City is a Naturally Occurring Retirement Community (NORC), consisting of a large percentage of older adults who moved here, aged gracefully, blessed to retire and live independently and peacefully. This is also a working class, low crime environment. The future of our school kids (preK-high school) must be protected. Many shareholders shared the same opinions and concerns regarding cannabis, marijuana/weed (drugs) – calling it for what it is. We, as shareholders, did not move here to Co-op City because it was a vacancy, it cost us. Therefore, we are here to protect our interest. The facts are the same, whether illegal or legal, license or no license, cannabis can have various mental and physical effects, altered state of mind, short term memory; long term effects may include addictions and bring crime to our community as a result of undesirable behaviors. The effects can last 2-6 hours more or less; I believe this could possibly explain why the city is experiencing all kinds of strange automobile accidents. Plus, there are accesses to several highways and byways which will bring unwanted trafﬁc into our community. If robbery occurs, there are safety concerns; criminals are in the vicinity of a shopping mall and several high-rises which could place our shareholders in harm’s way. Unquestionably, to install retail shops to sell drugs does not improve nor protect the quality of life and is not in the best interest of our community, period. We applaud the Community Executive Board 10 for acknowledging the concerns and wishes of the Co-op City community and supporting our opposition for licenses to set up a cannabis retail shop in the midst of our lovely quiet and peaceful community. ––H. Overman

Dr. King’s Legacy of Leadership & Perseverance To the Editor: Had he lived, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. would have been 95 years old on January 15th (1/15/29-4/4/68). He was a great leader, husband, father, scholar, orator and negotiator. Dr. King followed in the footsteps of his grandfather and father in the family’s long tenure as pastors of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta. He attended segregated public schools in Georgia, graduating from high school at 15, received the BA degree in 1948 from Morehouse College, and a graduate studies degree at Boston University in 1955. In Boston, he met and married Coretta Scott. They raised four children. In 1954, King became pastor of the Dexter Avenue Baptist Church in Montgomery, Alabama. As a leader in the NAACP, he led the Montgomery Bus Boycott, which lasted 382 days. On 12/21/56, the Supreme Court declared that Negroes and whites could ride the buses as equals. During these days of boycott, King was arrested, his home was bombed, he was subjected to personal abuse. Nevertheless, he emerged as a respected Black leader. In 1957, King was elected president of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference, formed to provide new leadership for the civil rights movement. He took the ideals for this organization from Christianity; its operational techniques from Gandhi. He also wrote ﬁve books and numerous articles. King led a massive protest in Birmingham, Alabama, which inspired his “Letter from a Birmingham Jail,” stating that freedom, justice and equality could not wait. Dr. King advocated for freedom, justice and equality, which is outlined in his “I have a Dream” speech at the

8/28/63 March on Washington. On 4/4/68 in Memphis, Tennessee, King was assassinated when ﬁghting for better working conditions for 1,300 African-American sanitation workers, as part of his Poor People’s Campaign. Dr. King leaves a legacy of leadership and perseverance. Please teach your children and grandchildren about this great prophet. With the powers that be attempting to eliminate the history of people of color and rejecting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, concerned folks must endeavor to teach our families, friends and acquaintances about the achievements of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. —Francine Reva Jones

Submit to Co-op City Creatives! BY P.M. CAMPBELL

With thousands of residents from all across the globe, Co-op City is home to artists of all kinds. Shareholders have written books, performed poetry, directed ﬁlms, created murals, and they all deserve a spotlight. The column, “Co-op City Creatives,” serves not only to analyze shareholders’ art from Sections 1-5, but to also take a deep dive on what makes that artist unique. If you consider yourself an artist, regardless of age, medium, or education, send your work to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com with the subject “Co-op Creatives” and include your phone number so you’ll have the chance to be interviewed and your work displayed in the Co-op City Times.

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John Crow New Media Producer The Co-op City Times welcomes issue-oriented letters to the editor to be considered for publication. All letters, in prose, not poetry, must be addressed to the editor, not to third parties. All letters must be signed by the writer and include their address and phone number, which will be kept confidential, so that the editor can verify the authenticity of the author. Writers will be limited to one letter per topic. Anonymous or unsigned letters will not be accepted for publication. Letters cannot exceed 350 words. Ideally, they should be typed. All letters must be submitted to the Co-op City Times by 3 p.m. Monday to be considered for publication in that week’s edition. Email cctimes@ riverbaycorp.com or mail to 2049 Bartow Ave., Room 21, Bronx, NY 10475. Views and opinions expressed in letters and Directors’ Viewpoint are solely the writer’s, and not necessarily shared by the Co-op City Times or Riverbay Corp. Advertisements and classified advertisements in the Co-op City Times do not necessarily reflect an endorsement from Riverbay Corp. of goods and services, but present greater options to cooperators of products and services available. The Riverbay Corporation does not assume any responsibility nor is it a party to any contract or agreement between the cooperator and the vendor. All matter published herein is copyrighted by the Co-op City Times. Permission for reprints of advertising or editorial contents produced by the Co-op City Times must be obtained in writing from Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Ave., Bronx, New York 10475.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR We welcome letters to the editor, only from Co-op City shareholders, at cctimes@riverbaycorp.com. Letters should address issues of interest to the Co-op City community. Comments should be fact-based and responsible. Letters should not personally attack others and must be written in a respectful manner. Only signed letters will be considered for publication. The Co-op City Times does not publish anonymous material. Submissions must include the writer’s address and phone number – which will be kept conﬁdential – so authenticity and residency of the writer can be veriﬁed. Thank you for your cooperation.

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

CCPD Enforces Parking Regulations

Public Safety Report

The Co-op City Department of Public Safety has been granted the authority by the City of New York to issue parking summons. CCPD Officers are authorized to issue parking summons for vehicles illegally parked in the street or in Handicapped spots. Public Safety supervisors and officers have received training from the City of New York on summons issuance procedures. The ability to issue parking summonses greatly increases the Department of Public Safety’s ability to maintain the safety of residents and the quality of life within the community. The Department of Public Safety is not the primary parking summons issuing entity within the community. The majority of parking summons will still be issued by the New York City Police Department, police officers and traffic agents. There are several situations where Public Safety’s ability to issue Parking Summonses is highly effective in correcting certain serious situations. In the past, double parked vehicles, often with loud stereos playing, presented a difficult enforcement situation for Public Safety Officers. A New York City Parking Summons for a Double Parked vehicle carries a fine of one hundred and fifteen dollars ($115). Offending vehicles, in most cases, promptly leave the area without incident. In the past, the 45th Precinct or Traffic Department were notified. The ability to issue these summonses allows these conditions to be corrected without delay. Vehicles parked around the centers of traffic circles in the front of buildings presents a serious fire hazard in that a fire truck cannot pull up to the building in an emergency. School buses and Handicapped transport vehicles also cannot navigate to the front of buildings. All traffic circles or cul-de-sacs have been designated as “NO STANDING” zones by the City of New York. Parking within 15 feet of a fire hydrant also creates a fire hazard. There are no types of permits which allow parking in a “NO STANDING” anytime zone or within 15 feet of a fire hydrant. Blocking driveways where garbage dumpsters need to be rolled onto the street for collection is another area where illegal parking creates a problem. The inability to have garbage picked up promptly presents a threat to public health. Once the vehicles are ticketed, they can be towed by the Riverbay contracted tow company, allowing the garbage to be picked up. Previously, summonses had to be issued by New York City Police Officers or Traffic Agents. A majority of the summonses issued by the Department of Public Safety have been issued for this reason. Co-op City has Alternate Side of Street parking rules for the purpose of street cleaning. Please be aware of the times and locations for these restrictions. Alternate Side of the Street parking is suspended for most holidays but you are required to put money in the meters on most days, usually except Sun-

Public Safety Blotter

December 31, 2023 – January 6, 2024 Jan. 1, 2024 100 Carver Loop CCPD officers responded for individuals loitering. Two males were located within the stairwell and issued Community Complaints. 120 Benchley Place Officers responded to a domestic dispute. Jan. 3, 2024 120 Casals Place A cooperator reported a missing package. 100 Alcott Place Officers responded for youth loitering. Four youths were located and issued Community Complaints. Jan. 4, 2024 120 Donizetti Place FDNY responded for a gas odor. 99 Asch Loop A cooperator reported his vehicle stolen. 120 Elgar Place Officers responded for a male loitering. A male was located within the stairwell and issued a Community Complaint. 99 Asch Loop A cooperator reported his vehi-

cle’s window broken and items stolen from within. Jan. 5, 2024 99 Einstein Loop A cooperator reported his vehicle was struck while exiting a parking spot. 2053 Bartow Ave. An employee reported being assaulted by several unknown individuals. 140 Alcott Place CCPD ESU responded to a cooperator in physical distress. 100 Bellamy Loop A cooperator reported a missing package. 100 DeKruif Place A cooperator reported a missing package. 120 Casals Place Patrol ofﬁcers observed a vehicle with its rear window broken. Jan. 6, 2024 120 Debs Place A cooperator reported a missing package. 140 Elgar Place Ofﬁcers responded to a domestic dispute.

day. The full calendar of Parking Regulation suspensions is available on the New York City website, www.nyc.gov/. Always carefully check the signs before parking your car in Co-op City or anywhere else that you travel. Residents are also reminded that Bike Riding is not permitted near buildings, in shopping malls or anywhere else signs prohibiting bicycle riding are posted. Be sure to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Never drive if you have been drinking; never drink if you will be driving. School is open, drive carefully; never pass a stopped school bus from either side of the street with its red lights ﬂashing or its STOP sign out. Children are a precious resource, we must keep them safe. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. The Co-op City Department of Public Safety would like to thank all persons who have called in suspicious activity. It is by your actions that the crime rate remains low and a high quality of life is maintained.

Anonymous calls to Public Safety From time to time, cooperators may witness someone violating the housing company’s rules and regulations, however, we understand that some may be apprehensive about reporting the situation for fear of their identity being divulged to the violator in question. Please know that you may request to remain anonymous when you contact the Co-op City Public Safety Department (CCPD) regarding said issues and the Public Safety dispatchers, ofﬁcers and supervisors have been instructed to accept these calls

and investigate accordingly. If, however, you feel forced to surrender your identiﬁcation in order to lodge your complaint, immediately request to speak with a supervisor. Rest assured that you should feel comfortable placing these calls to our Public Safety Department, as oftentimes residents are the ﬁrst to know when an incident has taken place and, in most cases, who the individuals involved are. Thank you for your cooperation. ––Riverbay Management

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.

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Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply at either site. Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department. Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024 Director’s Viewpoint

Michelle Marbury, Assistant Treasurer

Our Own “City Within A City” Directors Must Train, We “All” Must Vote This is Why We Train On January 20th and 21st, the Board will go into development training. The reason? No Board director comes equipped to handle the heavily regulated enterprise that is the Riverbay Corporation. We present our varied and unique set of skills as an offering to the work of the Board. We are asked to familiarize ourselves with countless rules, laws, codes and agreements, which result in volunteering an enormous amount of lifetime to service and community. This is Why We Vote “You” want to be sure that the persons you choose to represent you are up to the challenge and willing to do all that is necessary to manage and carry out the duties put before them on your behalf… The only way to keep a “control” on that is to be sure that each Board member is held to certain fiduciary responsibilities. The “development training weekend” is designed to do just that. This is What Board Directors Do Most important to note is that a Board member’s job is to govern and make policy. We do that by identifying problems and then taking said issues back to the Board (i.e. through a committee or from issues that have not been adhered to through the system of protocols put in place to run our corporation). A major red flag: Any Director who does not serve on a committee in any capacity, (i.e., chairperson or co-chair). Board members are in a constant state of analysis (if we are doing our job correctly). We must protect the integrity of Management’s role (i.e., through addressing challenges by gathering information at the root cause). Policy Making Processes: Important for You to Understand… When the community comes to us with problems, we must come together in the board room to make policy which governs our corporation and addresses those problems. Example: Repair issues that are not being solved. We must figure out why this is happening, (i.e., direct an investigation to identify the problem, through a committee, and gathering information as to the root cause). Then come back to the Board having pinpointed the problems, and offer a report of the committee’s findings. Then set policy and work with Management so that they will carry out “directives from the Board” to take particular action to address the issue. In short, if a Board director says to you, they will take care of a certain issue or problem for “you” individually, they are speaking out of turn. Such language can be detrimental to the corporation as a whole. Each Board member is a shareholder first, just like you. The power, held by a Board member, is only in effect when utilized along with the Board as a unit. Directors’ Fiduciary Duties (These duties are the creed that a Board director must adhere to… They are framed on the wall in the board room as a reminder to us of our responsibilities): ■ Duty of Care ■ Duty of Confidentiality ■ Duty of Loyalty ■ Duty of Obedience Let’s Analyze This and Make It Plain… Footnotes: The Riverbay Corporation Board Development Training presented by: Smith Buss & Jacobs LLP circa, 2022 The two-day training will be held on the campus this year. Duty of Care ■ Business Corporation Law § 717 – A director shall perform his duties as a director, including his duties as a member of any committee of the board upon which he may serve, in good faith and with that degree of care which an ordinarily prudent person in a like position would use under similar circumstances. ■ This also refers to the level of attention required of each director to attend meetings, carefully

review documents, participate in committee work, pay attention, question, listen, understand, seek assistance from subject matter experts and do what is necessary to inform the decisions you are called upon to make. Duty of Confidentiality ■ DHCR Regulations § 1725-2.4 Disclosure of information. Members of the board of directors have access to a considerable amount of personal information concerning tenants or cooperators. Such information should be held in the strictest confidence and should not be disclosed to any person except insofar as it has a direct bearing on: (a) the business of the company, or (b) the Division’s efforts to deter fraud in developments under its supervision, and except to persons duly authorized to receive such information. ■ Directors must protect all confidential corporate records, including personal employment and shareholders’ records. Duty of Loyalty Directors are not permitted to profit personally at the expense of the corporation, and their private interests may not conflict with corporate interests. ■ Bylaws Art. III, § 3(d)-(g); 3(i) – A board member must act for “the

well-being of the cooperative as a whole,” setting aside personal or political interests. Duty of Obedience ■ If a Director goes beyond his or her legal authority, that may subject the Board, the Corporation, and all Directors to liability for breach of fiduciary duty. ■ Oath of Office I … do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the duties of the Riverbay Board of Directors and will, to the best of my ability preserve, protect and defend the Constitution and laws of the United States of America and the State of New York. I furthermore affirm that by accepting the election of the shareholders of Riverbay Corporation to the Riverbay Board of Directors, I understand that I, individually, have no more rights or privileges than any other resident shareholder within this community. I pledge to obey all of the rules and regulations of the cooperative, and to work with the other members of the Board of Directors, as a whole, to develop and to oversee policy for the good of the entire Co-op City community. Wishing you and yours the best of the best this New Year! I can be reached at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com.

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

Dogs ––––– (Continued from page 1) reassurance to the lonely, to helping a blind person move about the community, to detecting previously undetectable danger and disease. But dogs, like humans, have basic physical, emotional and psychological needs in order for them to be happy, fully-functioning and productive members of a family or even a community. Like all of us, they need regular exercise, affection, encouragement and a sense of purpose and belonging. They also need to be fed a daily proper diet for dogs (not people food), to be given a period of exercise, play and fun on a daily basis, be groomed regularly to prevent insect infestation and diseases that can come to them from it, get regular check-ups from a vet, and be properly trained to adhere to the behavior standards of a home and a family. The Humane Society strongly recommends that anyone taking on the responsibility of dog ownership, no matter what size or breed, seek out the advice of a qualified dog trainer, not only for the dog, but also to teach the owner the effective leadership skills that will allow the dog to be happy, fulfilled and, in turn, well-behaved throughout its life. Keep in mind that all Co-op City homeowners should be able to enjoy the property equally. As a result, it is essential for dog owners to recognize that their animals have the potential to be a nuisance to their neighbors and can cause their neighbors some anxiety, especially those who are not used to being around a dog. Dog owners, therefore, have an obligation to ensure they adhere to the principles of responsible ownership to be good neighbors. Compliance with all existing laws is equally important for dog owners, especially those related to public health and safety. New York City Health Code §161.05 states that any person who owns or controls a dog may not allow the animal to be in any public place or in any open or unfenced field abutting a public place, unless the dog is effectively

restrained by a leash or chain no more than 6 feet long. The applicable city fine is $200-$400. In addition, New York State Public Health Law §1310 (also known as the Pooper Scooper Law) requires dog owners to both curb and pick up after the animal. The law states that persons who own/control a dog must remove any feces left by that dog on any sidewalk, street, or other public area and dispose of it in a legal manner. The person may remove the feces and carry them away with him/ her for disposal in a toilet or their own trash container or trash bag. The feces may also be placed in a non-leaking bag or container and deposited in a DSNY litter basket. The provisions of this law do not apply to a guide dog accompanying a blind person. Failure to comply with this law can result in a $250 fine. On Co-op City property, failure to abide by the New York Animal Waste Law and NYC Leash Law can result in a $250 Community Complaint fine. Keeping or harboring dogs or any animals deemed potentially harmful to the health and safety of others carries a $200 Community fine. For the convenience of dog owners, Riverbay has provided poop bag stations on the greenways. These stations are located in rear of the Building 8 greenway, rear of Building 19 greenway, rear of Building 23 greenway, rear of Building 25 greenway and rear of Building 35 greenway area. Further, it is also the law that all dogs living in New York City, must have a dog license. Only dogs under four months old, those that have been owned and/or resided in the city for less than 30 days, and those with a certificate of exemption from the commissioner of a public or private institution, are exempt from this law. For a complete list of Riverbay’s Administrative Fees, please visit “Resources” page on the Co-op City website, https://coopcity.com, scroll down to “CCPD” and click on “Community Complaints & Fines.”

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Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024 Director’s’ Viewpoint –

Daryl Johnson

Weed Dispensary High Hopes – Voted Down On Thursday, January 4, 2024, our cooperators came out strong and sent a very clear message about a proposed marijuana dispensary store near our community. Additionally, a lot of cooperators worked behind the scenes to make sure that we were successful. So, a big thank you to everyone for their help. Co-op City Does Not Need Weed Co-op City is a wonderful family community. Plus, the demographics of our community are really good for business. Therefore, we have three malls within our community. And, we have Bay Plaza and the Pear Tree Mall next to us. Additionally, we have a lot of youths and schools here. So, some businesspeople might think about these factors for, perhaps, a good restaurant. On the other hand, some businesspeople might think about these factors for, perhaps, a drug dispensary store. Thereafter, they will develop lots of ways to reach our families along with everyone here. Now, if that strategy works, then are there strategies to get adults and young ones addicted to their products? Perhaps! However, that’s what we don’t want or need in our community. Furthermore, do you think that it’s possible for some marijuana dispensaries to get involved in other unethical and illegal activities if money is put on the table? Of course! And, that’s why the biblical scripture plainly states: “The love of money is the root of all kinds of evil.” Look, there have been cases wherein some dispensaries have sold other drugs besides marijuana. So, is it possible for some drug dealers to become acquainted with a dispensary that has a good customer base in Co-op City? Is it possible then for those drug dealers to partner with a dispensary to sell a variety of drugs here? If yes or maybe, how do you think other drug dealers might react to this type of successful drug operation? Look, Co-op City could become an extremely wild and violent community if someone were to establish a successful marijuana dispensary here. Therefore, I’m glad that our cooperators showed up and let this proposed drug business and Community Board 10 know that we do not want drugs to be sold in our community. Then, shortly before 9 p.m., most of the members of Community Board 10 voted down that proposed marijuana dispensary. So, I want to thank

everyone here and some of the members of Comto accept a 2.1 percent increase? munity Board 10 that assisted with voting the proAs indicated above, other companies saw the reposed marijuana dispensary down. ality of their business. Then, they took appropriate Service Notifications measures to reduce their expenses. However, with Riverbay must do a better job of informing our Riverbay, our shareholders might have to take food community when there are service issues here. For off of their table just to support these misguided instance, there is no way that elevators and laundry business practices. equipment should be out for weeks without proper Bottom line: In my opinion, our current methnotification to our cooperators. ods of operating the Riverbay Corporation are not In reference to elevators, did you know that it sustainable. Therefore, Riverbay needs to consider could cost about $125,000 just to restore an elevataking steps to drastically reduce our budget. tor that was flooded out? So, we need to develop Close ways to protect our elevators against floods. Then, Our shareholders are in charge of everything we need to install notices about the expected time here. Therefore, our shareholders need to considframe for the repair of these elevators. er having a powerful shareholder meeting here. Many times, several washing machines will go Thereafter, our shareholders can make strong deout of service for several weeks within a building. cisions about the direction of the Riverbay CorpoHow is this possible? Look, we need to develop a ration. system wherein our malfunctioning washing maThank you. chines are reported on a daily basis. Thereafter, Contact Information these machines can be rapidly repaired or swapped Please send a letter to: Board Director Darout immediately. yl Johnson, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Bottom line: We have over 950 employees here. Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Currently, here is my Therefore, we need to change this concept of not ONLY email account: djohnson@riverbayboard. holding anyone accountable for anything. Also, we com. need to stop making excuses for poor work and for I will never ask for or accept money from anythings that we know are wrong. one. Therefore, please do not respond to any mesAnother Carrying Charge Increase – sage with my name on it that requests money, monApril 1, 2024 ey transfers, gift cards, personal information, or In 2023, 7-Eleven closed 184 stores. Best Buy anything from you. And, please do not ever send closed 27 stores. Foot Locker closed 116 stores. money or anything to anyone because you saw my Office Depot closed 42 stores. Also, Bath & Body name on a false message. Works hired a team of advisors to help them cut Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 costs by $200 million. In 2024, Rite Aid is going if you would like to have a brief discussion with to close 140 stores. Walgreens is going to close 150 me. And, please hang up your phone immediately stores. And, other stores will be reducing their exif someone calls you and says that they’re Daryl penses to at least stay in business. Johnson or is associated with me and asks you for Riverbay is currently making about $273 milmoney or anything else. lion a year. But, we’re still maintaining 28 departOkay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonments here along with a $100 million payroll. So, I derful week. And, may God bless you and your recently published clear explanations about how I family. Thank you. think that our money is being wasted on some insurance brokers and on our apartment renovations. And, now, can you believe that Riverbay is asking this community to maintain this wasteful spending and Communities Speak Answer this anonymous survey to help Bronx Borough President and our city's leaders understand what you are experiencing and what your community needs.

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Matthew Miller: Graduate of the University at Albany Co-op City’s Kung-fu and Karate Grand Champion Matthew Miller, also of the MartialWay Kung-fu Training Center, graduated last month from the University at Albany with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, Finance and Marketing, a full semester early because while in high school, he took 14 College Now credits at Herbert H Lehman College. While attending Albany, Matthew worked as a resident assistant, then as a housing manager in exchange for room and board, thus saving his parents significantly in college expenses. “We are so very proud of our son, and this is a very big deal for us. He’s our first and only child and both of us are college graduates,” said Matthew’s dad, Mike Miller. “Matthew worked very hard and was determined and driven to succeed. Being raised properly, staying on top of him, praying, having faith, and learning the rigors and disciplines of martial arts were contributing factors.” Matthew Miller “This is a wonderful achievement for our son, accomplishing what he set out to do. I remember driving Matthew up to Albany and helping him settle in on his first day at his dorm room,” said Matthew’s mom, Andrene Miller. “Three and a half years went by so quickly. Time goes by so fast.” Mike added: “People in our building are always asking about our son and how he’s doing and when we tell them, they all say how they remember him as a little baby and how time flies.” While in college, Matthew resigned as housing manager for the university and became an intern at a music recording studio in Albany, learning how to record musicians, eventually becoming a certified music producer, sound

engineer and mixer. Matthew created his own recording studio in his dorm room and began producing music from students on campus. Word got around on campus and many students began coming to Matthew to record, mix and produce their music. Eventually, Matthew got his own apartment and built his new recording studio in his apartment. “I invested a lot of money in this recording equipment, and it paid off. Individuals on a weekly basis come to his apartment to record their projects to this very day,” said Mike. In addition, Matthew received his real estate license and presently works for a top real estate company in Albany, and is also a photographer. “I wish to thank the entire Co-op City community and the Co-op City Times for all the support you all have given,” said Mike. “You all made a very difﬁcult job easier with your prayers, good thoughts, very kind words of encouragement and greetings, even those who just walked up to us and handed Matthew money. Every kind word, every single dollar, and every inquiry of concern you all had for our son is very much appreciated and thus contributed to Matthew’s growth and success. You all were major contributors to Matthew’s achievements, and we are so grateful and owe you all a debt we can never repay. Thank you.” Matthew Miller graduated from Helen Keller Elementary school and IS 180 here in Co-op City, and the High School of Computer Technology at Evander Campus with an advanced Regents diploma. He was co-senior class president, best dressed, prom king and represented his high shool as an 11th grader in his performance in the Broadway hit play, HAMILTON, where he co-wrote, co-performed and produced a song with two other high school friends. The producers of the play chose them to represent their high school along with many other students from other high schools in the city to perform before a sold-out audience. They received a standing ovation for their performance.

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Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024 Director’s Viewpoint

Rod Saunders

Speaking Up For Our Community Once again to each of you, a very healthy, prosperous, and happy New Year! I want to thank the officers and members of Community Board #10 (CB#10), who came out this past Thursday evening (Jan. 4th) for the expressed purpose of allowing two communities to hear the proposals to place cannabis dispensaries at two locations, however, the proposed site: 675 Co-op City Blvd. (Mellow Tymes, LLC) here in Co-op City, was our primary concern. Thank you, Matt Cruz, CB #10’s Manager, for making sure that information regarding the meeting was made available to both communities. The January 6th edition of our Co-op City Times thoroughly covered the events of last Thursday night’s CB#10 meeting, however, I do want to thank all of those who came out to speak up for their preference in either opposing or supporting the proposed cannabis dispensaries. Those who do not live here in Co-op City, need to see that we are engaged as a community regarding issues we feel are important to us. Being the first speaker called upon to address the proposed cannabis dispensary at 675 Co-op City Blvd. location by the chair, I decided against reading from a prepared statement, and simply began to speak out in opposition to the Cannabis Dispensary. The one thing that I did not emphasize during my 3-minute statement was that my opposition was not aimed at the owners of Mellow Tymes, LLC, or against the legalization of cannabis. I am against the licensing of a cannabis dispensary anywhere around the Co-op City campus – period. What Our Community Needs and What It Doesn’t In my opinion, Co-op City is the quintessential prototype of an upwardly mobile community. That’s exactly why shareholders come to “invest” their hard earned money to live here. Cooperators have come to expect and support new businesses that enhance our well-being and quality of life, not businesses that will serve to bring undesirable elements here to our residential campus. Clearly, opening a cannabis dispensary here would not serve to improve the quality of life for cooperators. Our community would be better served by replacing the two banks that left the community, or at the very least, make an effort to attract some other financial institution(s) offering sound investment opportunities for cooperators of every age, not a cannabis dispensary bringing undesirable individuals onto Co-op City’s campus. Our community

would be better served by attracting learning centers that specialize in the training of returning people to work because it may be difficult for them to live on the retirement dollars they are currently receiving. We are not looking to reverse engineer our community into looking like a lower income neighborhood. Six years ago, I proposed to initiate a program for students and adults that would give multiple age groups the opportunity to become more proficient at using Microsoft’s 365 software, a must for college students, and a possible game changer for those looking to advance their work skills for better paying jobs. Additionally, I proposed that our high school and college students could work with our senior residents to help out with instructions, and at the same time, allow them to work towards credit for community service. I tried to get Riverbay Management to lease the former Chase Bank building from the owner of the Peatree Mall property for that purpose. When I was replaced as president of the Riverbay Fund, Inc., no further commitment to that project was undertaken. These are the types of resourceful enterprises that cooperators would gravitate to with open arms, not a cannabis dispensary bringing undesirables to our Co-op City campus. Why The Push to Proliferate Urban Communities with Cannabis Dispensaries The January 2nd edition of Crain’s New York Business reported that 43 statewide “legal” cannabis dispensaries posted a first year sales of more than $150 Million. In the final analysis, always follow the money. The State wants to make the billions of dollars in revenue a year that the sales of cannabinoid products is estimated to make. Selling drugs in our community should not be synonymous that raising tax revenue for NY State. Per capita, Co-op City arguably has the highest concentration of MTA transit operators (buses and trains), as well as others employed in jobs where drug testing is mandatory. According to the NYC Commission on Human Rights, marijuana testing in employment (as of May 2020) may not test job candidates for marijua-

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Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

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Lifelong Co-op City Section 5 resident, Michael Colon, uses his poetry to honor parts of life which often go overlooked. His writing, though diverse, centers on topics such as faith, fulfillment, and self-improvement. His work has been included in “Wise on Art Magazine,” “Undercurrent,” and “Adventure Sports Outdoor Magazine.” In Colon’s recent poem, “These are the Days,” he encourages the reader to approach life as a righteous experience. The poem is composed of 21 rhyming couplets, which use repetition to emphasize Michael Colon themes of persistence in the face of adversity. He personifies life, death, science, and religion into entities which dance, date, and debate in the cycle of existence. His religious imagery, such as blood and wine, contributes to his theme of a sutured past, present, and future, which results in a common tradition among humankind. To read more of his work, visit: https://www.clippings.me/michaelcolon

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Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

Building 27 Association

Building 2 Association

Hello, neighbors. We trust all is well. Stay vigilant, cautious and wear your masks in crowds. Hospitals and facilities are mandated to wear mask again. The virus is on the rise, so take heed. Happy New Year – To one and all, we wish a blessed, happy, healthy and safe year 2024. Building 27 Association – Join us in a Meet and Greet to celebrate the new year. The date is Saturday, January 13, from 4-7 p.m., at 140 Erdman Pl., Bldg C, in the Association Room rear lobby. We are inviting our new residents to come and learn about the Building Association and how it functions. We have LQYLWHG JXHVWV 7KHUH ZLOO EH D UDIÀH DQG OLJKW UHIUHVKPHQWV Retail Cannabis Dispensary – On January 4, there was a public hearing of the Bronx Community Board #10 at the Bartow Community Center. There was standing room as the purpose was to vote on two applications for licenses to open retail cannabis dispensaries at two locations. Co-op City’s concern is the applicant Mello Tymes, who is seeking a license to open a retail Cannabis Dispensary at 675 Co-op City Blvd. There were many speakers in opposition RI RSHQLQJ WKLV ORFDWLRQ LQ &R RS &LW\ 0U 5RG 6DXQGHUV ZDV WKH ¿UVW VSHDNHU and those to follow were the majority in opposition and in consensus of the same issues –– that a cannabis shop is not wanted or needed here in Co-op City. The consensus were the facts whether illegal or legal, license or no license, cannabis can have various mental and physical effects, altered state of mind and long term effects may include addictions and bring undesirables and criminal behaviors into our peaceful community. We thank and applaud Community Board 10 for their concern and support of the people by voting no to approve a license to open a retail cannabis dispensary as it serves no purpose for the good of this community. Happy birthday to all celebrating this month. We offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the families who lost loved ones. We wish all the best of health and safety. Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 and she will gladly acknowledge your birthday by sending you a card; she is excellent in sharing good will. Also, notify her of any illness, or if a neighbor has deceased or transferred to a nursing home. “For our community to be a better place to live is for the people of the community to understand and accept their personal responsibility for what happens.” –Davis Merritt Jr. ––H. Overman

The Building 2 Association kicked off the 2024 year by continuing their commitment to fostering community spirit through a food giveaway. The dedication of volunteers and community members underscores the strength and generosity within the neighborhood. The organizers, a dedicated team of volunteers, worked tirelessly to ensure a seamless distribution process. Our next food giveaway on January 20 at 11:30 a.m. has an open invitation for all Co-op City community members. Attendees are encouraged to bring bags and shopping carts. Assistant Executive General Manager Mr. Cary Smith will join us as a guest at our next General Meeting on January 16 at 7:00 p.m. His attendance provides an opportunity for residents to stay informed, voice concerns, and strengthen the bonds within our community. This meeting is open to all Building 2 residents. Such initiatives serve as inspiring examples for other communities to follow, demonstrating the positive impact that collective efforts can have in creating a caring and compassionate society. ––Tami Claytor

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Greetings, neighbors. I hope when everyone reads this, they do so in good standing. I would like to give a super shout out to the Building 2 Association president for the call on January 6. Mrs. Venecia Michie and I worked tirelessly to help with a pop-up fresh produce distribution in the lobby, consisting of honeydew, melons, eggplants and scallions. Various fresh produce will be given away to the community once a month. The next date is Saturday, January 20, so be on the look out for the information in the lobby for the time and location. Thanks again to all of our neighbors and visitors of Building 6 for donating during our December holiday collection for the porters. We received 148 donations totaling to $2,517. Amazing! They are appreciated and we hope this is a start to a great continued relationship amongst us all. Our Youth Committee is looking for creative and enthusiastic volunteers. If you have a passion for feeding young minds or are looking to learn and grow while making new friends, contact Treasurer Simon at 646-309-4932. On Saturday, January 27, we will host a family Game Night in the Association Room from 5-10 p.m. Light refreshments will be served for all who have paid their annual dues and did not get their membership card. Please contact Secretary Coriano, 347-268-9288, to receive your card. If you have an issue you need help with, if you wish to make a complaint and/or give a compliment, feel free to contact VP Gilliard at 917-613-2520, President Lassiter at 347-3667690, or email the association at Bldng6assoc@gmail.com. As always, I pray safety over all. Godspeed “My humanity is bound up in yours, for we can only be human together.” –Archbishop Tutu ––Lauren K. Lassiter

Hi, neighbors. Happy New Year 2024! Thanks to all who attended our New Year’s Eve Party. Everyone was invited including new move-ins. Thanks to Marvin, our DJ, who kept the music going for the night. Thanks to Debbie, who helped to put the party together. Thanks to Carolyn, Brenda, Camelia, Clara, Charlene, Andrea, Leslie and Debbie for preparing their favorite and delicious dishes, and thanks to Arlene for her monetary donation. A good time was had by all. A special thanks to Martha and Jose for taking down the tree and thanks to Camelia for helping to take down decorations. You all helped to make our annual gathering a success. Building 18 motto, “Together, we can make a difference!” *HQHUDO 0HHWLQJV Our meetings are held on every fourth Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the Association Room located in rear of the building under the portico. Please make all attempts to attend. We invite guest speakers with you in mind, have 50/50 drawings and refreshments are always served at meetings. All new move-ins are welcome, so come, meet your neighbors and be an informed cooperator. Our General Meeting is scheduled for January 23. Happy birthday to all with that special day this month. Enjoy it to the highest. Be careful and stay safe. To the sick and homebound, we wish you a speedy recovery. To the bereaved families, we give our deepest sympathies. Stay alert. If you see something, say something. Please report anything that looks or sounds suspicious. Call 911 and Riverbay Public Safety at 718-6713050. ––Gertie Brown

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&R RS &LW\ 'HPRFUDWLF &OXE -RLQ 8V RQ -DQ S P ([FLWLQJ 5DIÀH 'UDZLQJ DQG 0HPEHUVKLS Drive event at Bartow Community Center. Join us on January 15, at 6 p.m. in Room 28! The Bartow Community Center is buzzing with anticipation as we gear up for an evening of excitement and community engagement. On January 15, at 6 p.m., we invite you to join us at the Bartow Community Center, Room 28, for a special event that promises to bring people together, celebrate our community, and welcome new members to the Co-op City Democratic Club. 5DIÀH 'UDZLQJ ZLWK &RXQFLOPDQ .HYLQ & 5LOH\ One of the highlights RI WKH HYHQLQJ ZLOO EH D WKULOOLQJ UDIÀH GUDZLQJ ZLWK QRQH RWKHU WKDQ &RXQFLOman Kevin C. Riley joining us to select the lucky winners. Councilman Riley has been a dedicated advocate for our community, and we are honored to have him with us for this special occasion. 7KH UDIÀH SUL]HV DUH VXUH WR EH HQWLFLQJ DQG WKH H[FLWHPHQW ZLOO EH SDOSDEOH as Councilman Riley announces the winners. It’s an excellent opportunity to bring the community together and share in the joy of the upcoming event. ,QYLWDWLRQ WR WKH &RPPXQLW\ This event is not just for members; we extend a warm invitation to all members of the community to join us. Whether you’re a long-time resident or a newcomer, your presence will add to the vibrancy of the evening. It’s a chance to connect with neighbors, make new friends, and contribute to the sense of unity that makes our community special. -RLQ WKH &R RS &LW\ 'HPRFUDWLF &OXE As we gather for this event, we’re also actively seeking new members for the Co-op City Democratic Club. If you’re passionate about community involvement, political engagement, and making a positive impact, we encourage you to consider joining our club. Being a member provides you with a platform to voice your opinions, participate in meaningful discussions, and contribute to the betterment of our community. 'HWDLOV DW D *ODQFH Date: January 15, 2024; Time: 6:00 p.m.; Location: Bartow Community Center, Room 28. Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to be part of a memorable eveQLQJ -RLQ XV IRU WKH UDIÀH GUDZLQJ PHHW &RXQFLOPDQ .HYLQ & 5LOH\ DQG H[SORUH WKH EHQH¿WV RI EHFRPLQJ D PHPEHU RI WKH &R RS &LW\ 'HPRFUDWLF &OXE Let’s come together and make our community stronger than ever! For more information, contact Shirley J. Saunders at coopdemocraticclub@ gmail.com. ²&KDQHO 5REHUWVRQ

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024 Director’s Viewpoint

Lynette Wright

Maintaining Fiduciary Responsibility to Our Shareholders Good day, Co-op City, Last week, I explained the reasoning behind the discontinuation of the Deferred Equity Program. This week, I want to go into more detail about the concerns about the impact of this change. I am warning every reader now that this article does have data and citations which may be boring to some, but I hope you stay with me. One concern that was brought up during our Board meeting was that ending the program would disproportionately hurt low-income families for which Mitchell-Lama developments are intended and that this would make our housing financially inaccessible. While the director was correct that the Limited Profit Housing Companies Law of 1955 was intended for low-income families, there needs to be greater scrutinization of what that meant. In accordance with New York State Private Housing Finance (Article 2, Section 12), “persons of low income” or “families of low income” are defined as “persons or families who are in the low-income groups and who cannot afford to pay enough to cause private enterprise in their municipality to build a sufficient supply of adequate, safe, and sanitary dwellings, non-housekeeping accommodations or aged care accommodations.” The RAND Corporation, a centrist public policy organization, reviewed the Mitchell-Lama program in 1971 and noted that the law was to provide housing for “low-income families who could not afford new housing at market prices, but were nonetheless too affluent to qualify for public housing.” It also speaks to the original intention of the law, based on “level of living” determined by income and family size to look at how much one can afford in relationship to the market. Based on the current market value of apartments within the city and state, where we have an affordability crisis, we continue to meet these qualifications. In the most expensive city in the world, which has the highest concentration of millionaires than anywhere else on Earth, while still having median salary of $76,607 (as per the 2022 U.S. cen-

sus), with an average rent of approximately $1700 to $4000 for a one-bedroom apartment, the cape of who qualifies under this definition gets substantially larger. Regarding the affordability of our equity, we are still within range in comparison not only to other Mitchell-Lama’s (both city and state), but also other New York affordable housing programs like Housing Development Fund Cooperatives (HDFC). All have the same intent; none of them offer a deferred equity program, to my knowledge. Another concern that arose was the discontinuation would hurt Black potential shareholders from becoming homeowners as they may not be eligible for loans and would be less likely to pay in full. There is some accuracy to this. Within the city, Black residents have statistically lower incomes and less net worth in comparison to other racial groups. However, this has been true since the Riverbay Corporation was established. Regarding access to loans, it is highly dependent on one’s credit score. The Urban Institute released a report in 2021 that reviewed New Yorkers’ credit scores and noted that although Black residents historically have had lower credit scores in comparison to other racial groups, credit scores of all racial groups have improved since 2010. In his 2017 “Make Rent Count” report, former NYC Comptroller Scott Stringer noted credit inequity between races and indicated that one of many solutions is to work with financial institutions to count rotating debt like rent and other nontraditional monthly payments towards credit score reporting, and educating New Yorkers on what is needed to improve their credit to make them better applicants for financial services. It suggests finding alternative ways to make them better applicants within the financial system, not go around it. With that said, it’s important to recall the original purpose of the Deferred Equity Program. The program was always contingent upon the threat of large amounts of vacancies in comparison to the number of applicants. Currently, with over 6,500 applicants and less than 400 available apartments that we need to renovate, that potential threat does not exist and I

believe there are means to mitigate that. During our meeting, the Executive General Manager also stated that the program supported a renting framework and not one of homeownership. As I stated last week, homeownership takes financing and time. Being affordable is one thing, but you also need to be prepared and financially fit enough to afford living here. That involves saving to pay in full or being a suitable candidate for a financing institution. Other Mitchell-Lama’s have not openly changed their financing options despite the banks’ eligibility for loans. The only institution that somewhat has an official self-sustained financing option is Penn South in Chelsea, whose equity is high enough to take out a mortgage. However, they developed their own separate federal credit union in 1963 which lends to their residents and is federally insured by the National Credit Union Administration, similar to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) for banks. Their website also informs prospective applicants of their financing options in advance, prior to applying. Their credit union has $7.8 million in assets, while our housing development recently had an $18 million deficit and we’re still deferring equity – we are not the same and we need to act like it. So where does that leave new applicants? Effective January 1st, they will need to return to their original plan of paying in full or financing. However, noting the inequities in accessing financial services, I look forward to working with the chair of the Sale Committee, Leslie Peterson; president of the Riverbay Board, Sonia Feliciano; the resolution’s co-sponsor, Rod Saunders, and the Management team, to see how we can help prospective shareholders to help themselves and to connect them to community resources during their threeto seven-year wait for an apartment. As the need has grown, there are more services available than in 2011. Building partnerships with these organizations to help prospective shareholders while maintaining our fiduciary responsibility to current shareholders will be key in allowing our community to thrive.

National Council of Negro Women NCNW Co-op City Section – Co-op City Section will be having our first Membership meeting of 2024 tomorrow, January 14, at 3 p.m. If you are not already a member, would you like to see what we are all about? If you think you would like to move into the New Year with us, reach out to us through the social media listed below. Members and associates, have you paid your dues? Your annual national dues of $50 must be submitted directly to our national office via the website, NCNW.org. Our local section dues are $35 per year. These section dues may be paid by check, or through our website, www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com. Checks can be made payable and mailed to NCNW Co-op City Section, 3300 Connor Street, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. Remember to be fully financial, that is, able to vote or hold office, national and section dues must be paid. Good Health WINs – Did you know that CDC’s Bridge Access Program provides free Covid-19 vaccines to adults 18 years of age and older who are

without health insurance, or their insurance does not cover all COVID-19 vaccine costs? This program will end by December 31, 2024. According to the CDC, Covid-19 vaccines are still covered at no cost for most people living in the U.S. through their private health insurance, Medicare or Medicaid plans. However, there are 25-30 million adults without insurance and additional adults whose insurance does not provide no-cost Covid-19 vaccines. There is no enrollment process for eligible adults to get no-cost Covid-19 vaccines through the Bridge Access Program. Providers will ask patients whether they have health insurance at the point of care to determine eligibility. Covid-19 vaccines through this program are available at participating local healthcare providers, local health centers and pharmacies. Visit Vaccines.gov to find a provider that offers no-cost Covid-19 vaccines through the Bridge Access Program. Please visit our website at www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com and click on the GHWINS link to learn more about Good Health WINs. January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month and Thursday, January 11, was National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. The color blue is internationally symbolic of Human Trafficking awareness. Human trafficking is the exploitation of another person for labor, domestic servitude or commercial sexual activity by force, fraud or coercion. Human beings are treated as property and their bodies are sold to others without their consent. Victims can get recruited into human trafficking through deceit or abduction and it often involves the promise of a better life for the victim. Traffickers usually target the most vulnerable members of society such as children, victims of physical/ emotional abuse, the homeless, the disabled, the poor, refugee and migrant children, LGBTQ+ youth, and the drug-addicted, but it can happen to anyone. If you know someone who is being trafficked, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888. Social Media – Remember, you can find us on our website: www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com; on Facebook: NCNWCoopcityBethune; on X (formerly known as Twitter):@NCNWCoop City; on Instagram: NCNW Co-op City and email: ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com. ––Joyce Howard

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

Section Five Association

Building 9 Association

The Section 5 Association wishes all a happy, healthy and prosperous new year. We did not get the expected snow. We have been spared a snowy winter for two years now. Please stay vigilant, as there are new variants and Covid-19 is on the rise again. The hospitals and facilities are mandated to wear masks again. As we began the year 2024, we wish all a blessed, happy, healthy and wonderful new year as we move forward. Bronx Community Board #10 – A CB #10 public hearing was held in Co-op City at the Bartow Community Center on January 4. The purpose of the hearing was for the community board to vote on approval to open a licensed retail cannabis dispensary at 675 Co-op City Blvd. Mr. Rod Sanders gave his comments in opposition of opening a retail shop to sell cannabis in Co-op City. Many speakers followed in agreement with the opposition. The facts are the same; whether illegal or legal, license or no license, cannabis can and does have various mental and physical effects. There can be addictions as a result of long term use. There are many accessible highways and byways that can atWUDFW XQZDQWHG WUDI¿F XQGHVLUDEOHV DQG FULPLQDO EHKDYLRUV LQ RXU FRPPXQLW\ Please, we do not want to hear in the Association meetings about smoking in our hallways or in the parks. Did you come and tell your story at the public hearing? Through it all, we thank and applaud Community Board #10 for their concern and support of the people and voting no. Section 5 Mall – Students from I.S. 160 are beginning to hang out in our VKRSSLQJ PDOO FDXVLQJ WURXEOH DQG ¿JKWLQJ :H QHHG WR JR WKH VFKRRO VWDI¿QJ and the Board of Education to inquire what is being done to monitor these middle grade students. Public Safety is present at the mall site, however the students ignore Public Safety. Saturday Volunteers – Volunteers are needed for food distribution at 10:30 a.m. at the Co-op City Community Fridge. Interested in volunteering? Contact Coopcitycommunityfridge@gmail.com. One may reach Nelson Sweeting, president of SFA, at 646-644-4055. “Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” –Henry Ford. ––H. Overman

Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. On January 4, Community Board 10 met in Co-op City to consider two applications submitted by individuals seeking the community board’s approval to operate cannabis dispensaries within the district. Both applications were defeated, including the applicant expressing interest in the 675 Co-op City Boulevard location. Please bear in mind that Community Board approval is advisory only. The New York City Council and our New York State representatives will now have the opportunity to consider your concerns. I thank Marva Malone, Matse Jenkins, Jazmin Rodriguez, Wendy Pimentel, and other Building 9 Association members, for their attendance and support. Gratitude and recognition to our holiday lobby decorating and removal committee: Linda Holley, Rosemary Bailey, Barbara Cloud, Wanda Randall, Janet Yarrell, Evelyn Mavins, Janice Rosario, Robert Rosario, Karen Blanchette, Shirley McCann, Dinora Tirado, Shirley Johnson, Elizabeth Manning, Pam Bryant, Darlene Walker and Linda Collins for an assignment well done. At the time of this writing, the Building 9 Association executive board is hosting our 2024 ‘New Year’ celebration this evening. Please see the posted À\HU RQ RXU EXOOHWLQ ERDUGV IRU DGGLWLRQDO LQIRUPDWLRQ , ORRN IRUZDUG WR VHHLQJ you there. Reminder: Saturday, January 13, at 6 p.m. Building 9 Association members only. The Building 9 Association bi-annual executive board election is scheduled for Thursday, January 25, at 7 p.m. No other business will be conducted during the election meeting. All nominations must be made in-person and all nominees must be present at the election meeting. Recap of election guidelines: HOLJLELOLW\ WR YRWH RU WR QRPLQDWH DQ RI¿FHU RU WR EH QRPLQDWHG WR WKH H[HFXWLYH board: two consecutive years of paid membership dues and attendance at three General Membership meetings in each of the membership years immediately SUHFHGLQJ WKH FXUUHQW EL DQQXDO HOHFWLRQ 2I¿FHV DQG GXWLHV ZLOO EH SRVWHG RQ our lobby bulletin boards prior to the election meeting. We must have a quorum in order to conduct the election. Please join us. The prerequisite 2024 election committee members are Evelyn Mavins, Karen Blanchette and Shirley McCann. We are proud to share the accomplishment of one of our building’s own, Daren Manning, who won an Eagle Scout Award. The Eagle Scout is the highest honor from the Scout organization. Daren has also been recognized by the legislators in Westchester and he now has a “day.” Jan 10 will be “Eagle Scout Daren Manning Day” in Westchester County. Congratulations to Daren and the entire Manning family! “A goal without a plan is just wishful thinking.”–Anonymous ––Linda Collins

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Building 33 Association Good day, shareholders. First – Petitions are circulating in the community to try and prevent marijuana dispensaries from opening here. It appears the powers that be always want to dump drugs, guns and alcohol where we live. It is time to be proactive and do something to prevent these people from infringing upon our neighborhoods! If you want to sign the petition and you do not see me in the lobby, email us at building33association@gmail.com. This is really important, people. Second – Are you paying a surcharge? With the maintenance constantly rising, maybe it is time to raise the income limits on our apartments. We try to get better paying jobs to keep up with the increases, then we get hit with a surcharge. What do you think about this? Email the Association with your thoughts. Third – Environmental issues are very important to our Executive General Manager, Mr. Marvin Walton. We have been getting a lot of complaints regarding leaks in our apartments, mold, cracked walls and ceilings. I received some pictures and they are disturbing. If this issue is affecting you, email me some pictures. In the meantime, I will see about having someone from Maintenance attend our building meeting to get you some help. Fourth – Roaches! If you have this problem, it is very easy to delete them from your life! You must get the exterminator in your apartment and let them do their job to help you. They will not disappear on their own but will multiply and travel to your neighbors as well. To get on top of this, please call Maintenance at 718-320-3300 and get rid of them! In the meantime, keep your counWHUWRSV VWRYH DQG WDEOH FOHDQ VZHHS \RXU NLWFKHQ ÀRRU HYHU\ QLJKW DQG VWRS thinking you have to share your home with these disgusting creatures! Fifth – Laundry room etiquette! If you are using fabric softener sheets in WKH GU\HU SOHDVH GR QRW OHW WKHP IDOO WR WKH ÀRRU DQG OHDYH WKHP WKHUH 7KH\ DUH yours and you should dispose of them properly. They are slippery and someone can slip and injure themselves. Lastly, remember to keep our elevators and compactor rooms clean and pick up after your dogs. The Building 33 Association is here to help you. If you have an issue and cannot take care of it on your own, reach out and maybe we can help you. Email us at building33association@gmail.com. Happy birthday to all our January babies, you have been blessed with another year! To our neighbors suffering from a loss or sickness, we have you in our prayers. Have a great week, take care and walk good. ––Andrea D. Mayo

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024 Director’s Viewpoint

Mary Pearson

What I’d Like to See in 2024 1.) The first thing I’d like to see in 2024 – in e-mails and newsletters, on bus stops and Google Maps, on receipts from our own stores and on updates from the public service sector – is the name of our community spelled correctly. Who’s misspelling Co-op City? Our elected officials, bureaucrats, public servants, shopkeepers and fellow residents. Altogether now: There is no capital “O” in Co-op City! 2.) I’d like to see the MTA Metro-North railroad station planners finally admit that there’s solid ground on the south side of the tracks, not marshland. Nothing new is happening on the north side of the tracks (the Erskine Pl., Co-op City side of the tracks) but there’s sure a lot of action on the south side. Twelve foot pilings are being driven into the ground. That’s solid ground, not marshland. 3.) I’d like to see better bus accommodation for the forgotten sections. People are still asking for the return of the Bx29 but if that’s an impossibility, let the Bx23 dip into the shopping mall, fer jiminy-sakes! Returning the defunct Applebee’s stop would especially benefit senior shoppers and would be welcomed by many Section 3 (Asch Loop) and Section 5 riders. That, of course, does not address the loss of the additional bus to the 6-train. A bi-directional, rush hour Q-50 would serve that purpose. 4.) I’d also like to see the bus-related issue of a more equitable sharing of the MetroCard mobile sales bus resource. Bartow gets two four-hour visits per month (1st and 3rd Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m.). Dreiser and Einstein get one two-hour visit every two or three months, depending on the secret formula, which is so secret, even the dispatchers at 311 don’t know about it. That big secret – until OMNY is fully incorporated into the system and the MetroCard goes the way of the token – is a scheduled sales bus visit to the Dreiser and Einstein locations on the 5th Friday of any month that has five Fridays. When I started pressing the issue of how unfair it was for people in Dreiser and Einstein to have to pay a fare to refill their MetroCard, I had suggested

that the 1st and 3rd Thursdays be divided between Bartow and Dreiser on one Thursday and Bartow and Einstein on the other Thursday. Somehow that was deemed unreasonable even though this new 5th Friday alternative implementation does nearly the same exact thing. Work with us, MTA!! 5.) I’d like to see greater voter turnout for all elections: both civil elections and Riverbay Board of Director elections. In the most local of the civil elections – not counting judgeships – voters choose their City Council member. The population of each of the 51 districts must stay within a 5% margin, which is quite a juggling feat what with all the birthing, dying and moving people tend to do. In the 2023 general election, of the eight City Council Districts fully within the borough of the Bronx, only three (including our CCD12 race) brought in more than 10,000 votes. The other five had final tallies of slightly more than 4000 to just under 7000. On all levels – city, state, and federal – politicians really love seeing big numbers. And fewer votes really does equal less clout. 6.) I’d like to see more cooperators taking part in the Riverbay elections, too. And I’d also like to see changes in our election process by codifying the election rules. Let’s have each year’s volunteer Election Committee stick to its job as described in our bylaws – period – namely: supervision of election campaigns, the preparation, printing and distribution of the ballots and notices; the posting of notice; and the supervision of orderly voting. Changing the rules every year is confusing. Last year, voting for zero candidates disqualified the ballot. Other years, a returned ballot still counted toward a quorum (approximately 5000 votes). Was the elimination of that choice the reason quorum wasn’t reached within the six weeks of voting in 2023? The length of the voting period changes year to year as well. The initial, pre-extension 2021 election was scheduled to run 19 days; in 2022, the ini-

tial scheduling was for 21 days; in 2023 – 26 days. The number of extensions and the implementation of those extensions also changes from one year to the next making the process not only confusing but contentious. Additionally, coordination between CCTimes election coverage, Candidates’ Forums, and the voting period is not consistent and rarely ideal. Before the addition of nine early voting days, NYS elections were a one-day-only event. I suggest we stay roughly within those parameters. That’s time enough to receive, misplace, replace and post any mislaid, brightly colored piece of Riverbay election mail. And let’s try tracking the results daily and sending out robocall scolding and praise, accordingly. But let’s try something! Two months of every year should not be devoted to an election, taking focus from the Board’s prime directive of serving the community. 7.) Finally, I’d like to see certain miscellaneous on-campus items addressed in 2024 that I’ve been championing for years. A.) We need a Bartow elevator. It would be a convenience for so many anytime but especially useful in June. Early voting in Bartow could potentially send two full weekends of June brides off to our beautiful Dreiser Auditorium: a much more lucrative prospect than servicing the Board of Elections for a pittance. B.) Section 5 loves its little park. Let’s emulate that effort (inhouse) and expose more of our valuable resource: our enviable waterside view. C.) The Einstein Community Center needs the second ﬂoor bathroom renovations included in the very next budget. Section 5 has waited its turn. Naturally, Dreiser’s bathrooms needed renovating ﬁrst, logically Bartow was next, but for the staff and Board bathroom at Bartow to be renovated before Section 5’s? No, no, no, no. Let’s rectify that misstep, ASAP, please. What would you like to see? Tell me, via: MPearson@RiverbayBoard.com or 718-219-2211. Thanks.

NAACP The NAACP Co-op City Branch #2210 would like to take this opportunity to extend our sincere condolences on the loss of our member Mercy “Stan” Stanford, a supportive member of the NAACP Co-op City Branch. Mr. Stanford left a substantial donation to this Branch. We thank his family who fulfilled his request. We appreciate his kindness and generosity. This donation will support our branch activities in the areas of Youth, Education, Health, Civic Engagement, Criminal Justice and Economic Sustainability. Branch T-shirt Fundraiser began January 2024. T-shirts available in navy and gold. Hooded sweatshirt available in navy. Fundraiser link is: https://www. customink.com/fundraising/we-are-proud-members-of-the-naacp-and-our-coop-city-branch-lets-represent-our-community-4060 Digital Billboards with Flashing Lights: Thank you, State Sen. Jamaal Bailey and Assemblymember Michael Benedetto, both of whom represent Coop City, for co-sponsoring the new law that “prohibits digital billboards or signs using flashing, intermittent, or moving lights within fifteen hundred feet of Mitchell-Lama housing with no fewer than ten thousand units in cities with a population of one million or more.” The new law, signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul on Dec. 22, 2023, will go into effect 60 days from the date it was signed. Councilmember Kevin Riley, who also represents Co-op City, brought a resolution in September in support of the bill. This is a State Legislation Resolution, where the Council makes an official request of the New York State Legislature to pass a special law affecting New York City. Youth Scholarship: The Bronx Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. has published their 2024 Youth Scholarship. Applications must be postmarked by February 23, 2024. Please share this with anyone you know who may need it. You can find out more by contacting scholarship@dstbx.org. 2024 NAACP 55th Image Awards will broadcast live in Los Angeles on Saturday, March 16, at 8:00 p.m. Nominees will be announced Thursday, January 25, 2024. 2024 NAACP 115th National Convention – July 13-17th will be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Las Vegas. Voting: This election season, we hold the most powerful tool to make democracy work for Black Americans: our vote. The issues that affect our community will make or break how we continue to thrive in this country. We can fix America’s broken democracy, vote. For more information on the NAACP’s work to mobilize Black voters, visit naacp.org/vote.

NAACP Office hours: Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m.-noon. Commemorative pins and journals available to purchase. Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP. Become a member, gift a membership or upgrade your membership. Membership is the lifeblood of the organization. Join the NAACP to help us do the work. We march to defend democracy. Take your advocacy further by joining in the fight for our sacred right to vote. Annual Adult, $30, and Youth, $10, or Silver Life, $750. Make check/money order payable to: NAACP Co-op City. Mail to: NAACP Co-op City, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 36, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. To leave a message, call the office phone at: 718-320-3210 or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com or naacpcoopbb@yahoo.com. ––Brenda Brown

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

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Black Forum of Co-op City

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Emergency Food Pantry 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (basketball court). The pantry is open on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 11 a.m.-12:45 p.m., for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pick up or after. It is a 30/31-day rotation, on average. Black Forum will text registered guests if items outside of regular distribution become available. All guests must present a pantry card to receive food. Remember to bring at least 4-6 clean shopping bags with a handle and a shopping cart. Please do not bring black shopping bags, since they pose a health hazard. We require guests to wear masks when visiting. Section 5 guests should visit Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries on Thursdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ReliJLRXV DI¿OLDWLRQ LV QRW QHFHVVDU\ WR UHFHLYH IRRG 1HZ &OLHQW 5HJLVWUDWLRQ 5H &HUWL¿FDWLRQ )RU 5HWXUQLQJ *XHVWV is now open through April 2024. Guests must be 18 years or older to apply or recertify. 7KH UHTXLUHG LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ LV DV IROORZV 1<& , ' ]LS FRGH 1< 6WDWH 'ULYHU¶V OLFHQVH RU 1< 6WDWH 1RQ 'ULYHU¶V OLFHQVH 3DVVSRUWV 0HGLFDLG DQG 0HGLFDUH FDUGV HPSOR\PHQW LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ DQG $FFHVV $ 5LGH LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ DUH QRW DFFHSWHG $W WKH WLPH RI UHJLVWUDWLRQ RU UHFHUWL¿FDWLRQ HYHU\ PHPEHU RI WKH KRXVHKROG PXVW EH SUHVHQW DQG SURGXFH YDOLG LGHQWL¿FDWLRQ (YHU\ PHPEHU RI WKH KRXVHKROG QHHGV WR KDYH WKH VDPH DGGUHVV 7KH LQWDNH IRUPV ZLOO only include the number of household members who are able to show up in perVRQ DW WKH RI¿FH 7KRVH OLYLQJ LQ 6HFWLRQV DQG ZLOO UHJLVWHU RU UHFHUWLI\ at the 920 Baychester Avenue location. Those living in Section 5 will register or recertify at the 2350 Palmer Avenue location on Thursdays. Upcoming Trips (Price changes) We have updates to the schedule of events for 2024. The Wind Creek Casino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cepted in the following forms: cash, personal checks, and only postal money RUGHUV 3OHDVH FDOO WR ERRN WULSV DQG DUUDQJH SD\PHQW GURS RIIV All trip proceeds, through the Black Forum of Co-op City organization, fund WKH (PHUJHQF\ )RRG 3DQWU\ ZKLFK KDV EHHQ IHHGLQJ WKH FRPPXQLW\ IRU RYHU thirty years. We truly value your unwavering assistance. Contact Us: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com. —D. Illis

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

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JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities Bartow OAC Food Shopping Trips LVWHU FDOO &RDFK %ULWWDQ\ DW HQWDWLRQ )HE ±$SULO ZHHNO\ *URXS 9-10:30 a.m.; Weds. and Thurs., 10 – BJ’s/ShopRite, Fri., Jan. 19; Stew Bartow OAC – BHM Arts/Crafts Discussions from 1-2:30 p.m. in JASA a.m.-1 p.m. By appointment. Leonard’s, Wed., Jan. 24; and Costco, ([KLELWLRQ Sat., Feb. 10, in Rm. 31 125& RI¿FH 3UH UHJLVWUDWLRQ E\ )HE Technology Class ± 7KXUV Fri., Jan. 26. All trips are $6. Please pay from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (FREE). LV UHTXLUHG &RQWDFW RU S P 'LDO LQ QXPEHU 0HHWat the Bartow Center only. Pick up place/ %DUWRZ 2$& ± %+0 &HOHEUDWLRQ, rrkersey@alz.org. Request a pre-regis- LQJ ,' 3DVVFRGH time will be given when paying. Tue., Feb. 23, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tickets tration interview. Please allow two busiLine Dance with Bartow Swingers 7KH -$6$ 125& RI¿FH ZLOO EH KDY- on sale in Bartow OAC only. Price: $3. ness days for a response. – Wed. and Fri. from 12-1 p.m., Dreiser ing a Jewelry Making Class on Wed., Einstein OAC Trip to see the musical, Caringkind – The Heart of Alzhei- Loop, Aud. A. Jan. 24, 10:30-11:30 a.m. held in the back Moulin Rouge! ± )UL )HE DW S P mer’s Caregiving representative will be Notary – Einstein OAC. Until Feb. RI WKH -$6$ 0DLQ 2I¿FH DW %DUWRZ Tickets: $40. Payment due by Feb. 2. Bus LQ WKH %DUWRZ 0DLQ 2I¿FH HYHU\ WKLUG 2024 Notary appointments only on $YH 2I¿FH LV departs from Einstein at 11:30 a.m. and re- Mon. of the month, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. for Thurs., 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Starting Feb. Common Pantry scheduled for turn stops at approximately 6 p.m. at Ein- Alzheimer and Dementia Consultation/ 2024, will be on Tues. and Thurs. for Tues., Jan. 23, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. The state stein, Bartow and Dreiser. Call Einstein Health Care Proxy, Power of Attorney $I¿GDYLW 1RWDUL]DWLRQV HWF still has a freeze and we will not be tak- 2$& IRU DGGLWLRQDO LQIR DW Consultation and other services. Please call Einstein OAC ± ing any new participants at this time. Memory Matters: Coping w/MemSteel Drum Classes – JASA NORC IRU Hair Styling, first and third Agatha House Foundation – National ory and Cognitive Changes. Presented 2I¿FH RQ :HGV S P Wed. of the month, 9-11 a.m., braids, hairDiabetes Prevention Program (Zoom by: Alzheimer’s Assoc. in partnership Medicare Information – Thurs., 9 cuts, shape-ups, twists, ponytails, curls class). Weekly Diabetes Prevention, 6-9 w/JASA. Meeting weekly on Fridays for D P S P -$6$ 125& RI¿FH and more. Facials and Manicure, every month program. For more info. or to reg- nine weeks. Feb. 9 is Education and OriNotary ± -$6$ 125& RI¿FH 7XHV Mon., 1-3 p.m. Call for appointments. Room 31 unless otherwise noted

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

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LUNCH & DINNER MENUS

JASA CLOSED IN CELEBRATION OF MARTIN LUTHER KING Jr. DAY

Einstein

Alternate Kosher Meals are available

NO DINNER SERVED

Tues., Jan. 16 Wed., Jan. 17

Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Bereavement Hour w/Dorine (1st Wednesday only per month) 12-1 p.m. Line Dancing w/Cynthia Wed. & Fri., 12:30-1:45 p.m. Dominoes w/Jose, 1-2:30 p.m. Dinner Hour: 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Thurs., Jan. 18

Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Visual Arts w/Laura via Zoom 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Knitting/Crocheting with Lynne and Betty, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Card Games with Frankie, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

Fri., Jan. 19

Movie Theatre Trip – The Color LUNCH: KOSHER: Pot Roast, Boiled Purple. Showtime TBD. Potatoes, Peas and Carrots Art w/Lovie, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. NON KOSHER: Spanish Style Roast (Twice a month) Bridge to Care Arthritis ExerPork, Sweet Baked Yams, Normandy Blend cise, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45 Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Vegetables Auditorium A DINNER: BARTOW ONLY Creative Arts & Painting, Computer & Tablet Class w/Ralph 1-2 p.m., Room 35 KOSHER: Beef Pot Roast, Roasted 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Potatoes, Beet Salad, Pear. NON-KOSHER: Dial in number: 347-893-2966 Go Easy on us Computers Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry, Yellow Rice, Meeting ID: 854 2963 5300 2:30-3:30 p.m., Rm. 40 6DXWpHG *UHHQ %HDQV Z 2QLRQV $SSOH Passcode: Dreiser23 LUNCH: KOSHER: Mao Poi Tofu, Brown Hair Care 4U, 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Arthritis Exercise w/Damion Rice, Steamed Carrots Appointments Only 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Room 2 NON-KOSHER: Baked Fish w/Rustic NY State Emergency PreparedSpring in Your Step Stretch Tomato Sauce, Pasta, Vegetable Mix & Tone w/Ola, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 45 ness Training Presentation, Room 7, 1-2 p.m. DINNER: BARTOW ONLY Action Bodies In Motion Afternoon Crafts w/Ines & Julesa KOSHER: 6WLU )ULHG 7RIX Z *LQJHU 6FDOOLRQV 11 a.m.-noon, Room 45 1:15-3 p.m. Brown Rice, Tossed Salad w/Dressing, Banana. Prize Bingo & Board Games NON-KOSHER: Spanish-style Roasted Pork, Drama Club 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 49A Sweet Baked Yams, Normandy Blend Vegetables 1:30-3:30 p.m., Rm. 4

Walk w/Odessa, On Break Until Spring 2024 Blood Pressure, 12-1 p.m. (1st & 3rd Tues.) Health & Wellness w/Ann 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Adult coloring, 12-1 p.m. Smart Phone & Tablet Class w/Julesa, 1:45-2:45 p.m. Dinner Hour: 3-4:30 p.m.

Massage Therapy, 10 a.m.-noon Coloring for Calmness 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m Manicure, 10:30 a.m-noon Chess Club, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Line Dance with Cynthia 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening Dinner Hour, 3-4:30 p.m. 10:30 a.m.-noon Drama Club w/Dazee Windley Let’s Get It on Zumba 3-4 p.m., in the back of the 1-2 p.m. JASA NORC Office

Sat., Jan. 20

Mon., Jan. 15

Bartow

Intergenerational Arts & Crafts w/Denise, 10 a.m.-noon Salsa with Rasheed 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Word Games 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Bingo on Saturdays, 1:30-3:30 p.m. in the back of the JASA NORC Office.

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

Visual Arts, 10 a.m.-noon Salsa Dancing, 11 a.m.-noon Walk With Ease, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Cross County Mall Trip, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Manicure Services for Seniors, 2-3 p.m. (Twice a month)

LUNCH: KOSHER: Roast Turkey, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Roasted String Beans NON-KOSHER: Tuna Fish Salad, Classic Macaroni Salad, Cucumber Chickpea Salad DINNER: BARTOW ONLY KOSHER: Roasted Turkey Breast, Mashed 6ZHHW 3RWDWRHV 6WHDPHG *UHHQ %HDQV NON-KOSHER: Baked Fish w/Rustic Tomato Sauce, Pasta, Mixed Vegetables, Apple

Sewing Class w/Joy, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2 Knitting & Crocheting w/Loretta 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Alert & Alive w/Cathy and Essie 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4 Line Dance w/Sassy, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Bingo w/Gay, 1:20 p.m.-2:50 p.m., Rm. 4

LUNCH: KOSHER: Roast Chicken, Potato Kugel, Ratatouille NON-KOSHER: Italian Stew, Perfect White Rice, Steamed Spinach DINNER: BARTOW ONLY KOSHER: Roasted Chicken Legs, Potato Kugel, Cold Slaw NON-KOSHER: Tuna Fish Salad, Classic Macaroni Salad Cucumber Chickpea Salad, Banana

Menu Fee for lunch is $2 & $5 for guest. ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk. Menu subject to change without notice. For information, please call: (718) 320-2066. Schedule subject to change without notice. 3D\PHQWV IRU WULSV DW WKH %DUWRZ RIILFH FDQ EH PDGH 0RQGD\ ± )ULGD\ 9 a.m.-12 p.m. & 2 p.m.-4 p.m. only )XQGHG E\ 7KH 1<& 'HSDUWPHQW IRU WKH $JLQJ WKH 1<6 2IILFH IRU WKH $JLQJ DQG 5LYHUED\ &RUSRUDWLRQ

Saturday: Lunch OAC servedLUNCH at 12:30 p.m. BARTOW XQWLO ¿QLVKHG: ONLYRice KOSHER: Filet of BARTOW Sole Florentine, Pilaf, Normandy Blend Vegetables, KOSHER: Moroccan Style Roasted Apple &KLFNHQ /HJV %URZQ 5LFH 6WHDPHG *UHHQ NON-KOSHER: Italian Stew (Kidney Beans, Plum Beans w/Vegetables, Rice, NON-KOSHER: Soft TacoPerfect w/Vegetables., Orange Rice Pilaf, Baby Carrots w/Parsley, Banana

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

Church of the New Vision

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

*UHHWLQJV LQ WKH QDPH RI RXU /RUG DQG 6DYLRU -HVXV &KULVW 7KH &KXUFK of the New Vision and Pastors Kenneth and Deborah Hodge welcome you to ZRUVKLS ZLWK XV DW (LQVWHLQ /RRS 1RUWK %URQ[ 1< &KXUFK SKRQH 718-671-8746, and Pastor’s phone: 914-522-5039. Happy, Healthy New Year to all. Our scripture verse for 2024 is: Hebrews 12:2 NIV “/HW XV ¿[ RXU H\HV RQ -HVXV WKH $XWKRU DQG SHUIHFWHU RI RXU IDLWK ZKR IRU WKH MR\ VHW EHIRUH +LP KH HQGXUHG WKH FURVV VFRUQLQJ LWV VKDPH DQG VDW GRZQ DW WKH ULJKW KDQG RI WKH 7KURQH RI *RG ´ Sunday service at 11:00 a.m. All are welcomed. Masks are required and temperature will be taken. Noon Day Prayer Line now open 12-12:30 p.m. Wednesday Night Prayer 6HUYLFH DQG %LEOH 6WXG\ S P 7KH &RQIHUHQFH /LQH QXPEHU $FFHVV &RGH 3OHDVH PXWH \RXU SKRQH January 7th Worship Service Theme: ³&RPH DQG )LQG :KDW \RX 1HHG ´ Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30 KJV ³&RPH XQWR PH DOO \H WKDW ODERXU DQG are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn of PH IRU , DP PHHN DQG ORZO\ LQ KHDUW DQG \H VKDOO ¿QG UHVW XQWR \RXU VRXOV )RU my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Announcements & Save the Dates Friday, January 12 – Join the Women’s =RRP book discussion on “Of Fire and Lion” by Mesu Andrews. To RSVP and obtain =RRP information, call 718-671-2623 or email Sis. L Scott at /-6&277B #\DKRR FRP Saturday, February 10 – $PHQ 0LQLVWULHV DQG &KXUFK RI WKH 1HZ 9LVLRQ present “A Blueprint for Wellness” at the church location, 135 Einstein Loop from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 6HUYLFHV RIIHUHG DUH 3UH %LR 0HWULF +HDOWK 6FUHHQLQJ &RYLG YDFFLQH and Flu shots, eye exam and blood pressure testing. Bring family, friends and guests. All are welcome. Wednesday, August 14 – Now accepting $50 deposits to see “Daniel” at the Sight & Sound Theatre. Adults, $215/Youth, $175. We continue to pray for speedy recovery for the sick and shut-in, and offer condolences to families who lost loved ones and good health and wellness for all. <RXU FRQWULEXWLRQV WLWKHV DQG RIIHULQJV FDQ EH PDLOHG WR &KXUFK RI 1HZ Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY 10475. Thank you. —Brenda Brown

6W -RVHSK¶V LV ORFDWHG DW 'UHLVHU /RRS ORZHU OHYHO &R RS &LW\ %URQ[ NY 10475. E-mail: stjosephsepc@aol.com &KXUFK SKRQH QXPEHU 3ULHVW LQ &KDUJH )U 6LPHRQ 2 -RKQVRQ FHOO *UHHWLQJV 'XH WR WKH RQJRLQJ SDQGHPLF DQG UHODWHG UHSDLUV WR RXU VSDFH 6W -RVHSK¶V &KXUFK KDV PDGH VRPH DGMXVWPHQW WR RXU VFKHGXOH RI VHUYLFHV XQWLO further notice. We are gradually getting back to normal. In-person worship service for the second Sunday after The Epiphany will be conducted by Father Simeon Johnson at the church on Sunday, January 14, at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference. Please also remember to tune in for the usual teleconference weekday prayers at noon. To participate by teleconference, dial $FFHVV &RGH IROORZHG E\ WKH VLJQ Reminder! Our Sunday School will reopen tomorrow, Sunday, January 14. Please be prepared to take your young children and/or grandchildren with you on Sundays. It is that time of year again when we collect, complete and return our Pledge Cards. 7KHVH FDUGV DUH PHDQW WR UHÀHFW RXU ¿QDQFLDO SOHGJH DV ZHOO as an offer to volunteer our time and talent where and when possible. Please remember to pray about these commitments and do the best that you can. Our Annual General Meeting will take place immediately after the church service on Sunday, January 28. Please note your calendar accordingly. Sincere condolences to our members, families and friends who have recently lost loved ones. May the souls of the departed rest in perfect peace. To our sick and shut-in, we extend our well wishes and prayers for a speedy recovery. Happy Birthday and best wishes to all the January birthday celebrants. We at St. Joseph’s are collecting food (cans and dry goods) for the food 3DQWU\ DW *UDFH (SLVFRSDO &KXUFK :HVW )DUPV ,I \RX FDQ SOHDVH FRQWULEXWH for those in need. *UDFH DQG SHDFH —Merville Chambers

Circle of Christ Church Iglesia Circulo De Cristo

I heard you, but I was afraid! In this new year 2024, do you want more from God or less of God? It is time to leave 2023 behind us and begin to live intentionally this New Year. We must stop hiding and allow the power of God to propel us into the areas of life where we can be used to uplift and bless others. (Genesis 3:9) “But the Lord God called to the man, where are you? He answered, I heard you in the garden, and I was afraid because I was naked; so, I hid. And he said, who told you that you were naked?” 1. “I heard you:” You were present, you were active, and you were available. You called me. 2. “and I”: I exalted myself above you, turned from you because I focused on myself and found an excuse to hide from you. Fellowship with you became painful to me. 3. “was afraid:” My sin, my pride, my shame, my low self-esteem, I became stuck in them. Some people are still grieving over the mistakes of their past dwelling on how they failed God. Yet, the truth is that you can only fail someone who does not know what you are capable of. God knew of our failure before we ever failed. 4. “Who told you?” Who confessed, declared, confronted, conquered and overcame you? Yet there is still hope to overcome our fears. We must turn to God and allow him to prune and propel us into the person he wants us to be. Focus on God’s goodness and stay strong. (Luke 13:6) -HVXV WROG WKLV SDUDEOH ³$ PDQ KDG D ¿J WUHH JURZLQJ LQ KLV YLQH\DUG DQG KH ZHQW WR ORRN IRU IUXLW RQ LW EXW GLG QRW ¿QG DQ\ 6R KH VDLG WR the man who took care of the vineyard, For three years now I’ve been comLQJ WR ORRN IRU IUXLW RQ WKLV ¿J WUHH DQG KDYHQ¶W IRXQG DQ\ &XW LW GRZQ :K\ should it use up the soil? Sir, the man replied, leave it alone for one more year, and I’ll dig around it and fertilize it. ,I LW EHDUV IUXLW QH[W \HDU ¿QH ,I QRW WKHQ cut it down.” Whatever life throws at you this year use it as fertilizer for growth and maturity. Schedule 147 Dreiser Loop (lower level) The church will be open Mon.-Sat. at 6 p.m. throughout January for prayer. Sunday (YHU\ ¿UVW 6XQGD\ RI WKH PRQWK LV %LOLQJXDO &RPPXQLRQ 6HUYLFH Spanish, 9 a.m., and English Service at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday: Prayer, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wed. & Thurs.: Non-perishable food distribution from 12-2 p.m. Thursday: Prayer/Bible Study 6:30-8 p.m. Friday: Youth Service (Operation Grace) 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday: All fellowships are postponed until February. %OHVVLQJV LQ &KULVW ––Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

Co-op City United Methodist Church IEMU de Co-op City Open Doors, Open Hearts, and Open Minds. Come and Visit Us – We are a multi-ethnic and bilingual Bible-centered FRQJUHJDWLRQ ZLWK VSLULW ¿OOHG ZRUVKLS :H RIIHU D YDULHW\ RI RSSRUWXQLWLHV IRU spiritual growth, fellowship and service to God and our community Services are held in-person at 2350 Palmer Avenue across from Building 30. Parking is available. You can also participate with us via =RRP (904 4685745) or )DFHERRN OLYH 8QLWHG 0HWKRGLVW &KXUFK RI &R RS &LW\ <RX DUH DOZD\V ZHOFRPH –Pastor, David Jolly ³, DP WKH OLJKW RI WKH ZRUOG :KRHYHU IROORZV PH ZLOO QHYHU ZDON LQ GDUNQHVV EXW ZLOO KDYH WKH OLJKW RI OLIH ´ ±-RKQ As we begin the new year, we are anxious about what this year could bring. Despite the change in the calendar, many continue with the same challenges and the unknown accentuate our feelings of fear of the future. In the face of so much uncertainty, we tend to succumb and forget the hope we harbor in our KHDUWV GXULQJ $GYHQW DQG &KULVWPDV For the tired, fearful or anxious, there is a light to guide you through whatever you face and there is hope. His name is Jesus, and His grace really is enough WR VDYH DQG VXVWDLQ XV GXULQJ WKHVH GLI¿FXOW WLPHV /HW XV UHPHPEHU EH\RQG the holiday festivities, that Jesus came into the world and his life brought light to all. That light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it. Moreover, with his life, he paid the price of our salvation and that brings us hope of eternal life. Our challenge is to keep that light and hope alive in us all year, and at the VDPH WLPH WR EH D OLJKW WR VRZ KRSH LQ RWKHUV 6R SDXVH SUD\ DQG UHÀHFW E\ asking yourself: • What do I need to do to grow in the knowledge of Jesus and to keep the light and hope alive in my heart during this new year? • How can I be a light to others for the honor and glory of our God? 0D\ WKH OLJKW RI -HVXV &KULVW RXU 6DYLRU LOOXPLQDWH DQG JXLGH WKH OLYHV RI IDPLOLHV DQG IULHQGV LQ RXU FRPPXQLW\ WKLV \HDU Come and Receive a Blessing: Tuesday: Online Bible Study (=RRP: 904-468-5745) * Español @: 12:15 p.m.; Estudiando El Libro de Daniel * English @: 6:00 p.m. Studying the Book of Daniel Thursday: Bilingual Prayer Service in-person, 10:00 a.m. Food Pantry: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Upcoming Events: Save the dates. All are welcome! Sunday, January 14: Spanish Service at 10:00 a.m. and English Service at 11:30 a.m. Sunday, the 14th: 5HY 'U 0DUWLQ /XWKHU .LQJ 6HUYLFH DW S P &UDZIRUG 0HPRULDO 8QLWHG 0HWKRGLVW &KXUFK :KLWH 3ODLQV 5RDG WK Street, Bronx, NY 10467 2U MRLQ YLUWXDOO\ ZZZ )DFHERRN FRP &UDZIRUGPXPF =RRP: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/98557403533. 2U GLDO 3LQ Thursday, January 18: ³&XW WKH 6DOW ´ Bilingual Workshop facilitated by /&2$ DW D P ––Graciela Abadia

Co-op City Times / January 13, 2024

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

The Church of St. Thomas The Apostle

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Pentecostal Tabernacle Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A. Mailing address: P.O. Box 204, Bronx, NY 10475. All are invited. We would love to have you join us on the following days: Sunday School at 10:30 a.m.; Worship service at 11:45 a.m. Wednesday Morning Prayer and Fasting Service in the Sanctuary, 11 a.m. Bible Study and Prayer Meeting every Wednesday night at 7:30 p.m. Friday Worship Service at 7:30 p.m. Please join us for Bible Study and Prayer Meeting on Zoom; call 646-9313860, Meeting ID: 7215591000, Code: 505050. Focus: Prayer of Repentance Psalm 51,1-13 Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy loving kindness, according unto the multitude of thy tender mercies blot out my transgressions, Wash me thoroughly! From mine iniquity and cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my transgression: and my sin is ever before me. Against thee, thee only, have I sinned, and done this evil in thy sight, that thou mightiest be justified when thou speakest, and be clear when thou judgest. Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me. Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts; and in the hidden part thou shall shalt make me to know wisdom. Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean; wash me and I shall be whiter than snow. Make to hear joy and gladness that the bones which thou has broken may Rejoice. Hide thy face from my sins and blot out all mine iniquities. Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit in me. Cast me not away! From thy presence and take not away thy holy spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of thy salvation; and uphold me with thy free spirit. Then will I teach transgressor thy ways; and sinners shall be converted unto thee. David Took Personal Responsibility for His Sin In Psalm 51:3, David stated, “I acknowledge my transgression.’’ The word “acknowledge” means more than just “admit.’’ Rather, it involves noticing, realizing, or discovering one sinfulness so that one becomes aware of his nature and is confronted by its reality. This was the result of Nathan’s declaration, thou art the man. The first step in real repentance is recognizing the true nature of sin and accepting responsibly for one’s transgressions. He stated that his sin is ever before him. Whenever, someone repents, he cannot hide from the sin within him. They are continually before their mental vision. David asks God to purge him with hyssop and it will make him clean and to wash him so that he can be made whiter than snow. He is requesting joy and gladness from God that the bones that were broken may Rejoice. David knows the relationship that he has with God and cannot afford to lose it because of his sinful nature. He realized that God saw his heart and knows all about the murder and adultery that he has committed. One writer stated that you cannot hide from God; His eyes are watching you. —Rev. R. Sibblies

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