Co-op City Times 06/17/2023

Happy Father’s Day to all the Dads & Father Figures

Election Vendor Reports 2023 Quorum Was Not Reached

BY ROZAAN BOONE

department on Wednesday evening, June 14, that the quorum of 5,002 ballots was not attained for the 2023 Riverbay Board of Directors election.

The third-party election vendor reported that a combined total of 4,703 ballots had been received, representing a turnout rate of 31.34%, not the 33.33%

The election ended at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, June 9, after the Riverbay Board time. Rule F (14) of the Riverbay 2023 Board of Directors Election, approved weeks of voting – the Riverbay Board “may, in its discretion, either extend the voting period for an additional extended voting period, schedule a new election, or cancel the election.”

at which time, the Election Committee exercised its authority to extend the election, also per 2023 Election Rule F (14). That extension gave Co-op City shareholders an additional 2 weeks and a total of six weeks to cast their election bal-

Emergency Resolution 23-30, presented at the

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Ranked Choice Voting Explained

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Mayor Public Advocate Comptroller Borough President City Council

candidate with a majority of votes.

Getting Shareholders to Understand the Meaning of Voting

Sonia Feliciano

Dear Fellow Shareholders,

In response to the election results, we did not meet a quorum. This means that after 4-weeks of campaigning, one extension of 14 days for a total of six weeks, we did not meet the quorum of 5,002 votes to call the election and seat the 2023-2024 Board. We had 42 days that shareholders could vote either electronically or by mail – the second longest election period in the history of Co-op City. Only 4,703 shareholders voted out of 15,007 eligible voters. This means that 10,300 shareholders did not vote, why?

We have seen over the past several years that meeting a quorum has not been easy. Why are our shareholders not voting when elections for Presour access channel during the day and night; in the centers and in the buildas text messages.

As shareholders, we need to accept the responsibility that voting is a right that allows us as shareholders/citizens to be heard. I asked many shareholders to vote, some said they would; some said they were happy with the sta-

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The Journey Continues...

Management Report

Marvin L. Walton Riverbay Executive General Manager

The last two (2) weeks has been a continuation of the journey of gaining an understanding of the operations of Riverbay Corporation and the way we deliver services to the shareholders of Co-op City.

An introductory meeting was held with the En-Power Group, a full-service engineering and

throughout the campus in preparation for compliance with Local Law 97. Shareholders should be aware that Co-op City has its own tri-generation power plant which provides electricity, heat, hot water and air conditioning for the apartments. These are amenities that are included in the monthly maintenance charges.

Meet and greets were conducted with the following important stakeholders of Riverbay Corporation:

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As a Board, we signed off on the Election Rules presented by the Election Committee calling for one extension,

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After speeches by Assembly Member Benedetto, State Senator Jamaal T. Bailey, Council Member Kevin C. Riley, Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark, and Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson, Montefiore provided lunch. The audience enjoyed entertainment by Okra Dance Company. Senator Bailey announced the passing of a bill on the study of reparations in New York State.

BY P.M. CAMPBELL

Assembly Member Michael Benedetto held a Juneteenth Luncheon in the Dreiser Auditorium on Thursday, June 15.

Photo by P.M. Campbell

Juneteenth Luncheon Celebration

eliminating the incentive given, and eliminating the box where you do not have to vote for any one person, but your ballot counts towards making the quorum. The concern here should be how can we get the community to understand the meaning of voting and not rebuke those who did not vote to extend the elections more generous and more than enough time to meet a quorum. shareholders). We have a duty of care, a duty of obedience, and a duty of loyalty.

a whole session on diversity training which this Board Director attended one session. When a Board Director says they have the courage of their convictions and behaves contrary to their convictions, it is a sad day in our community. Racial Board Director sleeps heavily through meetings. Board Directors represent the community and need to govern themselves. We are adults and that comportment it doesn’t, we don’t deserve to serve a community that has elected us to represent them. We are, therefore, no better than those who are talked about.

More open Board meetings will be set in place which would allow shareholders to see a Board in session and stop some of the misinformation being spread to the community. In no context is using a racial slur against anyone else appropriate and this behavior does not belong in our Board room. We can argue, we can oppose, we can debate, but we should not use offensive language, because once said, it cannot be taken back and it creates division in our community.

We are Shareholders First – We Matter.

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el coraje de sus convicciones y se comporta en contra de sus convicciones, y ese comportamiento es inmoral e impropio. Tomar el juramento del cargo de los que se habla.

contra otra persona y este comportamiento no pertenece a nuestra sala de juntas. en nuestra comunidad.

Somos Accionistas Primero, Nosotros importamos.

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Co-op City Shareholder Saluted at Tamron Hall’s Father’s Day Extravaganza

“Mr. Hartridge, you are the best mentor I’ve ever had. You young Madison Gay.

Father Omari Gay added: “I’m so grateful for our friendship over the years, so grateful for what you have been

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

Coffee with Mike

Assemblyman Mike Benedetto will host another Coffee with Mike today, Saturday, June 17, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at 133 Einstein Loop. All are invited to attend and share your thoughts and comments with the assemblyman.

Blood Drive

Riverbay Corporation and New York Blood Center are holding a Blood Drive next Saturday, June 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. in Room 31, Bartow Center. Donors are urgently needed. To schedule an appointment, please go to nybc.org, call 800-933-Blood, or scan the QR code here. Walk-ins welcome, if space permits. Please eat and drink before your donation and bring ID with you.

Farmer’s Market

Harvest Home Farmer’s Market has returned to Co-op City at Asch Loop and Aldrich Street, next to the firehouse, every Wednesday thru Nov. 22, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information, visit www.HarvestHomefm.org.

Accessing the Co-op City Times Online

To read the Co-op City Times electronically, log in to the Issuu platform from your desktop or mobile browser by typing in “issuu.com/cctimes,” or scan the QR code here to be connected.

Be An Engaged Shareholder

Shareholders are encouraged to submit input on how to improve services and service delivery as well as other ideas that impact the quality of life of Co-op City residents.

If you have a suggestion you’d like to share with the Riverbay Board and/or Management, visit City website, coopcity.com, scroll down to the bottom and click on the “Comments & Suggestions” link.

Co-op City’s Ron Hartridge, Parent Coordinator at PS 153, mentor and fatherhood advocate, was a featured guest at the very first Tamron Hall Father’s Day Show where he was saluted recently. Mr. Hartridge has worked in education for more than 20

Network which works to bring fathers across communities together for support and mentorship activities.

“Not only is Ronald Hartridge a dad himself but he has said Ms. Hall in her introduction.

Mr. Hartridge urged dads to be role models to the children in their lives, and he stressed that all parents should learn to listen to their children, not only with their ears but with their eyes and intuition. During the segment, a number of fathers and youth who Mr. Hartridge has connected with through the years offered kind words of admiration and appreciation. They were also responsible for his nomination to be featured on the Tamron Hall Show.

“Ron, your remarkable attributes as a father and community leader truly set you apart. You have shown numerous seeds Thomas, CEO and Founder of Real Dads Network.

“…You are more than deserving for all that you have Team Experience Programs, New York Knicks.

“Congratulations for being an outstanding father and Alexander, Community Member, Real Dads Network. “You make it look effortless but we both know it’s far from that.

Ms. Hall shared that one of Mr. Hartridge’s favorite memories was teaching his daughters, Patty and Yvonne, how to play softball, saying that she had also learned that Mr. Hartridge is a die-hard Mets fans, which he acknowledged, Mr. Met, who presented Mr. Hartridge with tickets to the “the with his favorite team.

their lives this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 19, 2023, Mr. Hartridge took a step back into his professional role as Parent Coordinator at PS 153. He advised: “I urge parents to make it a point to keep an open relationship with our community schools. Your input is vital to all of our children’s success!

3-K and Pre-K Offers Now Available

BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Parents who applied for a 3-K or pre-K spot by the March 13, 2023 deadline can now access and decide on their child’s offers.

offers: online using their Myschools.nyc account; by calling 718-935-2009, or by visiting a Family Welcome Center. For Co-op City shareholders and parents, the Family school district, District 11, is located at 1230 Zerega Aveter serving District 11 can also be reached via email at: ZeregaFWC@schools.nyc.gov.

Any child who was born in 2019 and lives in New York City is eligible for a pre-K spot, and any child born in 2020 and living in New York City is eligible for a 3-K spot. applicable waitlist information. Parents are advised to accept their child’s offer even if they are waiting to hear from another program, according to New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) website. Program offers will also include a deadline for parents to respond.

Due to space limitations, not all 3-K applicants will receive an offer to enroll their child in a program.

For both 3-K and pre-K offers, any child not accepted into a program will automatically be placed on a waitlist for that same program. If a child is not accepted by their the waitlist for any program they had ranked higher in their application.

As for the waitlists, programs will contact parents directly

if a space on a waitlist has opened up.

Admission priorities are given to certain applicant groups before others for both the 3-K and pre-K admissions process. Here are some general examples of admission priority given to an applicant applying to a certain program:

An applicant currently lives in the same school district as the program.

An applicant has one or more siblings who is already a student at the program.

For pre-K applicants, the student currently attends a 3-K program at the same school.

Children of families who receive free or subsidized social services from the same organization that oversees the 3-K or pre-K program the applicant is applying to.

Three different types of seats exist for Pre-K and 3-K programs in the city: School Day, Extended Day and Year and Head Start, as explained on the NYCPS website.

School Day seats provide children with early care and education for six hours and 20 minutes usually from September to June.

Extended Day and Year seats offer children 10 hours of early care and education year-round, including the summer. These seats are free or low-cost for parents who fall under certain income requirements.

Head Start seats also offer children 10 hours of early care and education year-round. Head Start seats are based on a family’s income and needs.

Parents who did not have a chance to submit their child’s application before the deadline passed earlier this year can still add their child to program waitlists by going online to their MySchools account.

Ron Hartridge

Ron Hartridge discusses his work as a parent advocate and youth mentor with Tamron Hall.

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• Darcel Clark, Bronx County District Attorney

• Executive staff from JASA, agency partners that organizes programing for Co-op City’s elderly shareholders;

• PFK O’Connor Davies Advisory LLC, licensed Corporation Financial Statements;

and Allied Trades; and protection against lawsuits that are brought against the corporation. We utilize the services of four (4) brokers to shop the market for the best deal with the lowest premium for the corporation.

and maintain a positive relationship with the six Unions for which a collective bargaining agreement has been negotiated on the membership’s behalf.

A “visioning session” was conducted with the 22 department directors Bartow Center. During this session with the Senior Staff, the shared vision (diagram shown at right) was discussed. The shared vision is the framework

Corporation. It is imperative that the Board Directors, shareholders, and Management listen and respect each other, and work together. If we do this Corporation, enhance the quality of life of shareholders and maintain the viability of this important stock of affordable housing for the next generation. We are (This framework is also being shared with shareholders during visits to the building and townhouse association meetings).

Governor Hochul Announces Expansion of Parental Leave for State Employees

By BRANDON ORTIZ

for state employees during a recent press conference.

administration reached a deal with the Civil Service Employees Association (CSEA) and a separate pending deal with both the Public Employee Federation (PEF) and United University Professions (UUP).

The Governor’s agreement with CSEA will provide 52,000 employees with 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave. As for the agreement with PEF and UUP, that deal

Now, over 80% of the state workforce, which equates to roughly over 150,000 employees are allowed 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave to care for their newborn, adopted or foster child.

in a statement included with the state press release.

“No one should have to choose between a paycheck and caring for their newborn child. In my State of the State, I put forward a nation-leading proposal to offer fully good on that promise. By extending fully paid parental leave to over 80 percent of State employees, New York is leading by example and providing a critical line of support

for hardworking families,” Governor Hochul said in the statement.

During the press conference, Governor Hochul also pointed out that the Department of Labor (DOL) will work on and release an awareness campaign for paternity leave. This awareness campaign will be designed “to normalize paternity leave by raising how paternity leave can positively impact families and the career and salary prospects of women earners,” as explained in the state press release.

unions via collective bargaining.

This Year’s BRIO Awarded to Co-op City Shareholder Building 21 Association

BY P.M CAMPBELL

A long time Co-op City resident received this year’s Bronx Recognizes Its Own (BRIO) award for her exceptional photography.

The Bronx Council on the Arts allocates $5,000 to an artist of any medium who is then expected to do an act of service showcasing their proficiency. Lisa DuBois won the prestigious and highly competitive award with her photos capturing Black spirituality. Her images highlight the depth of human ex-

“I’m an artist and photographer and I blend the two many times, but I know when to stay in my lane,” Lisa said.

Born in Harlem, Lisa grew up in the Bronx and earned her Bachelors from the School of Visual Arts. Today, she is the photo editor and diversity advisor for Social Documentary Network as well as a member of Enfoco. She has previously worked at the Co-op City Times and at the Examiner as a parade photographer.

“It does take a certain amount of years of experience to learn what to do and what not to do,” said Ms. Dubois.

Her pictures of New Orleans Trance, Coney communicate true emotions which are not often felt in portrayals of the

Greetings, 21er’s!

The next Building 21 Association meeting will be held via Zoom at 7 p.m. on June 23. Join in by going to: www.21WatchParty.comon your mobile phone or your computer, laptop or tablet. Always stay plugged in

Find a group or organization that suits you. Join the African-American Association of Co-op City or the Spanish American Club or one of the numerous clubs and organizations of this community and always stay plugged in to your building association. Information on these groups can be found in this newspaper each week.

Floor Captains on Each Floor, In Every Building

Every floor of every building should have assigned Floor Captains. If you have not volunteered

All we ask of anyone kind enough to be a Floor Captain is as follows:

1.Contact Numbers all emergency contact numbers and distribute to each neighbor

2. Co-op City Times door (delivered on Saturdays)

3.Elevator Notices neighbors about them

4.Promote

5.Encourage Your Neighbors to •

6. That’s all we ask! That is it!

If you have questions regarding the Building 21 Association, you have three ways of gaining information: email: 21association@gmail.com, c meetings via Zoom video conference on the fourth Thursday of every month. Everyone from all buildings, plan to come and join us at Building 21. Bring a friend.

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

––Michelle Marbury

Bronx.

Photos by Lisa DuBois

Lisa DuBois

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Enforce The Rules

On a recent leisurely walk around our grounds, I stopped to admire the beautiful plant beds near our buildings. Our Grounds crew work hard to keep the grass cut and clean, plants watered. Thank you. Why would anyone residing here think it is appropriate to litter on our grass? I’m tired, like many of the shareholders here, who are annoyed by this constant uncivil behavior.

Co-op City Times, Francine Jones expressed her thoughts and concerns. Thank you. We have the rules on the books to deal with most quality-of-life issues that generate disputes and/or anti-social behavior. To resolve these problems, we need a no-nonsense approach from our CSO and CCPD to enforce the rules. When our neighbors are hanging out under the porticos smoking weed, drinking alcohol and playing loud music, CCPD must take enforcement action, followed-up by the CSO. That activity does not require a com-

Browning Greenways

Now that summer is almost upon us, I was thinking of so expensive and our budget is so tight that we cannot af-

is it spending money to get our Greenways in shape and then not water them? That goes double for our Section 5 Waterview Park. The grass is already losing its green after several rainless days. There’s an easy and cheap remedy, though. Wells. Not the Lassie! Timmy’s fallen in the well, kind of well: Sandpoint wells.

I remember as a kid living on Long Island the men in the family would get together to drive their own Sandpoint one afternoon, they’d reach all the free water a lawn could to see how

We live along an estuary which means there is a possibility of brackish water – a mixture of fresh and salt water – which is not good for plants. Fortunately, our water table plenty of appropriate spots for this sort of do-it-yourself do it ourselves.

tors following Water Well Program, Division of Water, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation rules, https://www.dec.ny.gov/docs/water_pdf/wwp-

ter aquifers exist, well points, dug wells and springs can

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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, 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 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

patrol unit to address it. Assuming our camera systems are being monitored, when children are seen riding scooters all over the laundry room or playing with the carts with an adult present, a CCPD unit should visit the laundry and give the adult CSO to address this with the shareholder. These are matters that should not require a shareholder to report.

These actions are the acts of a few. They have negatively impacted the entire community. Our community is on the decline because of this anti-social behavior. If we do not do something to stem the tide, we all lose as a result, the many suffer the most, because of the few. We have not abide by the rules. Let’s take our community back to a

Education on Community Voting Should Begin at Orientation

year, it was disappointing that we needed three extensions before reaching a quorum. It is unbelievable that shareholders care so little about their community that they don’t

Had the election been extended again, I feel certain that against extending the election and the election period has other year, unless the mail-in ballot count gives us enough

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Wells could make the difference, making our property every year.

stating that one-third of eligible shareholders must vote in the case, it should be mandatory for shareholders to vote in do whatever possible to get shareholders to vote.

The voting messaging should begin before potential shareholders move in. Information about voting should be inserted into the introductory letter that precedes the apartment application form. If the application can discuss criminal conduct and reasonable accommodations, why can’t it also discuss voting? Voting can also be discussed during the interview of potential shareholders as well as in orientation sessions.

formation to educate them about voting; Cooperator Orientation sessions and for current shareholders; create for the New Cooperator Orientation sessions and all shareholders;

New Cooperator Orientation session every year that they don’t vote; and

5. Investigate non-voters to determine if they are subletting.

WHISTLEBLOWER ANONYMOUS HOTLINE

If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymoushotline by the following methods: , www.lighthouse-services.com/riverbaycorp, to complete an online disclosure form; the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at : reports@lighthouse-services.com; or

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Public Safety Report

Hot Spots Policing: Targeting Crime with Precision

Crime is a complex issue that demands innovative solutions. One such approach gaining attention and acclaim is hot spots policing. This proactive law enforcement strategy focuses on identifying and targeting specific geographical areas with high crime rates, aimed to prevent criminal activity before it occurs. In this article, we will delve into the concept of hot spots policing, its effectiveness, criticisms and the future of this promising strategy.

Hot spots policing operates on the principle that crime is not uniformly distributed across a community. Instead, certain locations experience a disproportionate amount of criminal activity. By analyzing crime data and identifying these hot spots, CCPD can concentrate their efforts and resources where they are needed most. This targeted approach aims to disrupt criminal behavior patterns and prevent future crimes.

Numerous studies have examined the impact of hot spots policing, consistently demonstrating its effectiveness in reducing crime. A landmark study conducted in the late 1990s by the criminologist Lawrence W. Sherman and his colleagues, known as the Kansas City Preventive Patrol Experiment, provided early evidence of its success. The experiment divided patrol areas into three groups: a high-visibility group, a normal-patrol group, and a low-visibility group. The study found that the high-visibility group experienced a significant reduction in crime compared to the other two groups.

Since then, various other studies have reinforced the positive findings. A review conducted by the Campbell Collaboration, an international research network, analyzed 25 studies on hot spots policing and concluded that it consistently led to crime reduction. These studies covered a wide range of crime types, including drug offenses, violent crimes and property crimes. The evidence overwhelmingly suggests that focusing police resources on hot spots can have a profound impact on community safety.

Public Safety Blotter

June 4 – June 10, 2023

June 5, 2023

140 Casals Place

A cooperator reported an unknown individual removing towels and pillow cases from the laundry room dryer without authority or permission from the cooperator. A canvas was conducted by CCPD with negative results.

120 Benchley Place

A cooperator was issued a Community Complaint for leaving discarded furniture and water containers in the hallway for several days.

120 Casals Place

A cooperator reported an unknown individual removing her laundry from the laundry room dryers without authority or permission from the cooperator.

June 07, 2023

140 Bellamy Loop

A cooperator reported a confirmed delivered package was removed by an unknown individual from the lobby of her building.

2049 Bartow Avenue

A cooperator walked into the CCPD base to dispute a Community Complaint. When the cooperator was advised to appeal the Community Complaint with the Community Services Office (CSO), he became overly aggressive and physical with the CCPD officers and was placed under arrest. A Criminal Court summons for Disorderly Conduct and a Community Complaint for Anti-Social Behavior was issued to the cooperator.

June 08, 2023

140 Elgar Place

While on routine patrol, Public Safety Officers observed several cracked windows at the Wise Care Physical Center. A Report was prepared.

120 Alcott Place

A cooperator reported a confirmed delivered package was removed from the lobby in front of the mailboxes by an unknown individual.

120 Dreiser Loop

A cooperator reported a confirmed delivered package was removed from the lobby in front of the mailboxes by an unknown individual.

120 Carver Loop

A cooperator reported returning to her parked vehicle and observing that the rear passenger window was smashed by an unknown individual. CCPD canvassed the area with negative results.

June 09, 2023

120 Elgar Place

A cooperator was issued a Community Complaint for leaving trash and a plugged-in refrigerator in front of his apartment door. The same cooperator was also issued a Community Complaint for Abuse of Premise for hoarding items on the terrace with both incidents being a violation of Riverbay policy.

June 10, 2023

2041 Bartow Avenue

CCPD responded to the Dollar Tree store for a suspect with two children removing food from the store without paying. Upon arrival, the suspects had fled the store on foot. A canvas of the area by CCPD yielded negative results.

120 DeKruif Place

CCPD responded to a call by a cooperator of a male refusing to leave her apartment. Upon investigation, the cooperator wanted her non-resident son to leave the apartment who refused. After a brief struggle with CCPD, the suspect was placed under arrest for Trespass. The suspect also was wanted on two outstanding Criminal Court Warrants.

Despite the success of hot spots policing, critics have raised valid concerns. One common critique is the displacement of crime. Some argue that by targeting hot spots, criminals may simply relocate their activities to nearby areas that are not under intense police scrutiny. While displacement is a possibility, studies have shown that it is often limited and outweighed by the overall crime reduction achieved. Additionally, smart implementation of hot spots policing can include strategies to address potential displacement, such as targeting adjacent areas and employing a comprehensive approach to crime prevention.

Another challenge is ensuring that hot spots policing is carried out ethically and without bias. Concentrating police resources in specific neighborhoods raises concerns about over-policing and the potential for racial or socioeconomic profiling. Law enforcement agencies must be vigilant in ensuring that their practices are fair, unbiased and respectful of the rights and dignity of all individuals. Transparent policies, community engagement and ongoing evaluation of the strategy’s impact are crucial in addressing these concerns.

Future of Hot Spots Policing

As technology continues to advance, hot spots policing is poised to benefit from data-driven approaches. Predictive analytics and machine learning algorithms can assist the Co-op City Department of Public Safety in identifying emerging hot spots and deploying resources accordingly. This evolution will enable more precise targeting of resources and a better understanding of the underlying factors contributing to crime in specific areas.

Furthermore, hot spots policing can forge stronger partnerships between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve. By actively involving community members in identifying and addressing hot spots, a collaborative and holistic approach can be achieved, leading to long-term crime prevention and improved trust between police and the community.

Hot spots policing has emerged as a powerful tool in the fight against crime. By concentrating law enforcement efforts in areas with high crime rates, this proactive strategy has demonstrated its effectiveness in reducing criminal activity. Despite valid concerns and critiques, the evidence overwhelmingly supports the positive impact of hot spots policing. With continued refinement, ethical implementation, and the integration of community partnerships and advanced technology, hot spots policing holds great potential to make our neighborhood safer and foster a more secure and inclusive society.

The Department of Public Safety is available 24/7 at 2049 Bartow Ave. (lower level). For emergencies: 718-671-3050. Non-Emergencies: 718-320Twitter: @CCPDnyc. Our website: www.coopcity.com/ccpd.

Alert: Graffiti vandalism

If you witness anyone tagging or spraying graffiti on Co-op City property, notify Public Safety immediately at 718-671-3050. If your cell phone is handy, snap a photo and send it to Public Safety.

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

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

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

CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES

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

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

For employment opportunities, please search “Riverbay Corporation” at the following sites:

www.Indeed.com

www.Glassdoor.com

Candidates may review full position descriptions and apply directly at either site

Current Riverbay employees should submit a transfer request and resumé directly to the HR department.

Thank you for your interest in working for Riverbay Corporation.

You Didn’t Vote For This Type of Election

We had one of the worst closed-door board meetings in the history Co-op City on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. Yelling, foul language, and bitter accusations prevailed during this meeting. Then, in one of the worst moves ever, eight directors made a choice to end the election on Friday, June 9, 2023.

Yelling,

Over 4,500 Votes Were Not Counted

First, I need for everyone to understand that board directors can legally maintain their seat if an election is cancelled, stopped, or not extended. So, with this understanding, take a guess what happened with our recent board election. That’s right, our board election was not extended because not enough votes were cast to achieve a quorum, a third of all our shareholders (one per occupied apartment.)

recent election will maintain their seats on the board until another election is called—most likely next year. Now, STOP! Do you understand that no one on our board that ran during this recent election will have to give up their seat for another year? Do you understand that we were short by under 500 votes when this election was not extended?

Do you understand that all of the money that we spent on this election has gone down the drain?

daily robocalls encouraging everyone to vote? Moreover, what about your vote? Did you vote? If yes, do you know that your vote will not be used to elect anyone to a seat on our board? How do feel about this nonsense?

Now, before we go any further, I need for directors on our board. So, the majority—eight directors—can call the shots here. So, let’s get this straight: Eight directors can overrule seven directors on all matters here. Now, let’s move on with this election.

Eight directors did not want to extend this election. Their eight names were printed in last

week’s edition of the Co-op City Times: Monique Coleman, Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Kevin Lambright, Andrea Leslie, Michelle Marbury, Bishop Angelo Rosario, and Claudia Sampson. Five of the directors voting no to the extension were also candidates in the election. It is public knowledge that all of these directors belong to a group named ‘The Coalition to Save Affordable Housing.’ Therefore, with eight votes, can you see that they had the power to not extend this election? Can you see that they have the power to set policy for the operation of the Riverbay Corporation?

On the other hand, here are the names of the seven directors that wanted this election to be extended: Leslie Peterson, Rod Saunders, Jacquelyn Smith, Lynette Wright, Anika Green-Watson, and Daryl Johnson. However, Leah Richardson was recorded as ‘absent.’ Regardless, with only six members, we could not enact our will to continue this election. And, as mentioned before, we can’t make the changes that we want for our community.

What will happen to the other two candidates that ran in this election, Leah Graham and Shana Montgomery? Well, all of their work and votes will not be counted towards this election. So, they will not win a seat on our board of directors. Furthermore, they will have to wait until next year to run again in our election.

Bottom line: We needed less than 500 votes to not continued past Friday, June 9, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. Now, how do you feel about this election?

We Get a New CCPD Captain

It was recently published that Lieutenant Frankie Torres was promoted to the rank of captain. However, it was not published that he and Chief Riley worked on a big case that involved a lot of wild and terrible allegations that supposedly

As soon as they received the case, they conducted a thorough investigation with everyone. Thereafter, they resolved the entire case in an outstanding manner. So, I want to thank Chief

Riley and Captain Torres for doing a good job and for helping our cooperators.

Apartment Downsizing Program

Some cooperators purchased a huge apartment many years ago when they had a large family. Then, over time, their family members moved on in a variety of ways. And, now, some cooperators are stuck with a large apartment and large monthly carrying charge payments. But, we’re going to consider extending a resolution that can help them to move to a smaller apartment. So, please make sure that you read my next viewpoint. Thank you.

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It was estimated that it would cost about $2,700 candidates from our current board along with three other directors voted to not extend this election? board can keep their current seats for another year? How do you feel about the fact that over 4,500 votes were not counted? Horrible!

Thank you.

Contact Information

Please send a letter to: Board Director Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Currently, here is my ONLY email account: djohnson@riverbayboard. com.

Therefore, please do not respond to any message, with my name on it, that requests money, money transfers, gift cards, personal information, or anything from you. And, please do not ever send money or anything to anyone because you saw my name on a false message.

Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me. And, please hang up your phone immediately if someone calls you and says that they’re Daryl Johnson or is associated with me and asks you for money or anything else.

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

Caregivers Outreach Mentorship Empowerment

How many informative facts do you know about Alzheimer’s disease? Are you ready to take on the challenge? Grab a pencil and paper and answer the questions below. Remember, it’s ok if you don’t get everything correct; the purpose of this quiz is not only to test your knowledge but to help you gain more insight into Alzheimer’s disease.

1. Alzheimer’s disease is only seen in individuals over the age older than 70 – True or False? 2. Alzheimer’s disease is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States – True or False? 3. Memory loss that disrupts daily life and confusion with time or place are early signs of Alzheimer’s disease – True or False? 4. Alzheimer’s disease can be prevented – True or False?

Below are the answers to each question. Test and see how well you did. For those who answered some questions incorrectly, let’s look at a few facts surrounding Alzheimer’s Disease. https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/ what-is-alzheimers. Answers: 1. False 2. True 3. True 4. False

Alzheimer’s disease is a degenerative brain disorder that gradually destroys memory and thinking skills, eventually impairing the ability to carry out simple tasks. Millions of individuals worldwide, primarily older adults, are affected by it, making it the most prevalent cause of dementia. The exact cause of hereditary environmental and lifestyle factors. Slowly over several years, the illness advances from moderate symptoms like amnesia to severe cognitive impairment, mood swings, and behavioral disorders. There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, but medications and lifestyle changes can help manage the symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. Medications such as cholinesterase inhibitors and memantine are commonly prescribed to improve memory and thinking and reduce symptoms like confusion and agitation. Lifestyle changes such as regular exercise, a healthy diet, and social engagement can also help improve cognitive function and quality of life. In addition, non-pharmacological interventions like cognitive training, music therapy, and art therapy have shown promise in improving symptoms and enhancing well-being in people with Alzheimer’s. It’s important to note that the effectiveness of treatments can vary from person to person, and early diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are crucial for managing the disease.

We are back in the building. Save The Date: November 18, 2023, Caregivers Outreach 18th Annual Caregivers Gala at Maestro Catering.

Contact us for sponsoring information. Let’s do this together.

Caregivers Outreach and AARP Peachtree Chapter will host the Itergenerational Summer Youth Technology Program again this year. The program provides instructions/hands-on training to seniors on using electronic devices. However, all are welcome. The devices include desktops, Kindles, iPhones, laptops, and iPad. The program will begin from Wednesday, July 5, to

Hourly sessions are from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday to Thursday. Call 718-3201948 to schedule an appointment.

Please note that our monthly support sessions will resume on Thursday, September 22, 2023, at 7 p.m.

––Diane Cooper

Board Election –––––

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June 7th Board meeting by Director Lynette Wright, chair of the 2023 Election Committee, stated that due to concerns that the quorum would not be attained

Committee therefore recommended that the Board extends the election for a second time for an additional 14-day period to June 23, 2023 at 9 p.m.

A majority of eight Board Directors in attendance at the June 7th meeting voted not to approve a second extension of the election, and six directors voted for the extension. The six directors who voted to extend the election are Daryl Johnson, Leslie Peterson, Rod Saunders, Jacqueline Smith, Anika Green-Watson and Lynette Wright. Directors voting not to extend the election are Monique Coleman, Bernard Cylich, Sonia Feliciano, Kevin Lambright, Andrea Leslie, Michelle Marbury, Bishop Angelo Rosario and Claudia Sampson. Director Leah Richardson was absent.

To encourage shareholders who had not yet voted to cast their ballot before the voting period closed at 9 p.m. on Friday, June 9, the Election Committee continued to send out Robocalls daily to the community to inform shareholders of the upcoming voting deadline, provide information on how to request a replacement ballot and the two options available to cast their votes (electronically and mail-in), as well as other pertinent election-related information. This information was also pushed out on the Riverbay Crawler along with daily vote count updates leading up to Friday, June 9. In addition, to allow as many shareholders as possible extra time to cast their ballot, the Committee, acting on authority granted to the body

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City Council, Co-op City shareholders are choosing between three candidates: incumbent Kevin Riley, Aisha Hernandez Ahmed and Pamela A. HamiltonJohnson for the Democratic primary, according to the NYC Board of Elections website.

subsequently bubble in the remaining columns with their following preferences. Voters do not have to choose the maximum number of candidates on their ballot. remaining columns with that same candidate, their vote will only count once, as explained on New York City Board of Elections’ website.

Once the votes are tallied, if one choice gets over 50% of the votes, meaning will then be the winner.

If there is no clear number one choice with a majority of votes, then the candidate with the least number of votes is eliminated. The process continues until one candidate holds the majority. Should a voter’s number one choice be With a Ranked Choice Voting system, a ballot is no longer useless if the voter’s preferred candidate did not win. Instead, their vote can now be re-distributed to the next candidate of their preference.

The new change to the voting system came after 73.5% of New Yorkers voted for Ranked Choice Voting in 2019.

This year’s early voting period for the Primary election begins today, Saturday, June 17, and ends Sunday, June 25.

Black Forum

Emergency Food Pantry (Free) – 920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (entrance faces basketball court). The pantry opens Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. Look at the last date on your pantry card. The next pick up would be one month from the last pickup 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.

with a handle and a shopping cart. Please do not bring black shopping bags because black ink can transfer to the food, posing a health hazard. We require masks and physical distancing.

Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. They open on Thursdays from to receive food.

Sign-ups

check back to see when we will resume accepting new guests and recertifying former guests.

Terms of Service – Serving the public as swiftly and effectively as we can is our aim. This is not always practicable, particularly if a delivery arrives in the middle of service. The staff is in charge

by the 2023 Election Rules, extended the deadline for electronic voting from 9 p.m. to 11:59 p.m. on June 9. The postmark deadline was held at June 9, 2023,

By press time last Friday, more than 350 ballots were still needed to make the quorum.

This week, YesElections counted all mail-in ballots postmarked on or before on or before the last pick-up on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, in accordance with the 2023 Extended Voting Schedule. Electronic ballots submitted up to 11:59 p.m. on Friday, June 9, 2023 were also counted. The vendor reported the total number of ballots received in this year’s Riverbay Board of Directors election as 4,703 of the 5,002 needed to validate the election.

In last week’s issue of the Co-op City Times, Riverbay General Counsel Jeff Buss explained that if a quorum had been acquired by the end of voting at 11:59 p.m. on Friday, June 9, 2023, then the ballots would have been opened, counted election will be over. No ballots will be counted,” General Counsel Buss stated.

Co-op City shareholders who would like to vote early can do so at Dreiser Community Center.

During the early voting period, polls will be open according to the following schedule, as outlined on the NYC BOE website:

Saturday, June 17: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday, June 18: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Monday, June 19: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Tuesday, June 20: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Wednesday, June 21: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Thursday, June 22: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Friday, June 23: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Saturday, June 24: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday, June: 25: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Primary Election Day is scheduled for Tuesday, June 27. On Primary Election Day, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Please check your ballot for Primary day poll location or use the Poll Site locator at the NYC Board of Elections website, at Vote.nyc, to ascertain your voting location.

In this June’s Democratic Primary election, voters will also be deciding between Tess Cohen and Darcel D. Clark for Bronx District Attorney. Looking ahead to the fall, Election Day will take place on November 7 with an early voting period between October 28 and November 5.

Individuals interested in learning more about Ranked Choice Voting or what their ballot would look like can visit online at vote.nyc/page/ranked-choicevoting, or by calling the NYC Board of Elections at 1-866-868-3692.

over the arrival time of the trucks. When guests ask the workers to move faster, it is not helpful. Additionally, it is risky for everyone when visitors obstruct workers emptying pallets; 3000 pounds of

The Board of Directors of Black Forum has advised the staff that they have the right to deny service to anyone who is rude, upsetting, confrontational or threatening to other guests or staff. This includes not staying on the line and instead leaning on the pillars. Standing against the pillars also blocks residents trying to walk along the path. While we respect your time, we must also unload the trucks so that the neighborhood can be fed. Please be kind and patient so that we can feed the neighborhood.

Pantry Closure Dates – On June 16, 20, 22, 23 and 27, the pantry will be closed. On June 29, we will reopen. Guests scheduled to pick up their monthly package between June 16 and 24 may come between June 13 and 15. If not, they may come on or after June 29. Please check your pantry card. You can show up on June 29, or June 30 if your pantry card’s last date pick-up is May 25, 26, 27, or 28.

Defensive Driving Class – Black Forum is not sponsoring in-person defensive driving classes at this time. We hope to resume classes in the future.

Email: Reach out to us at coopcityblackforum@ gmail.com. ––D. Illis

Building 25 Association

We would like to wish all the fathers a happy Father’s Day.

To be clear, graduates in Building 25 of all ages are welcome to submit their information. Please send us an email at our email address below and let us know who is graduating so that we may debut you in our article.

Wishing all neighbors born in June a happy birthday, and for those of you who are under the weather, we hope you get better soon. For our neighbors who continue to lose loved ones, our heartfelt prayers go out to you.

Our next Building Association meeting will be held June 20 at 7:30 p.m. Look out for detailed information posted near elevators as we get closer to the meeting date. Remember, residents of Building 25 can always address any comments or concerns by emailing our building email address at building25ca@gmail.com. If anyone has problems contacting the building email address, please let us know.

We will close with the following in honor of Father’s Day: “A father carries pictures where his money used to be.” –Steve

––Wanda Bailey

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THE TRUTH ABOUT JUNETEENTH:

In the context of the American Civil War (1861–65), the border states were slave states that did not secede from the Union. They were Delaware, Maryland, Kentucky, and Missouri, and after 1863, the new state of West Virginia. Despite that expansive wording, the Emancipation Proclamation was limited in many ways. It applied only to states that had seceded from the Union, leaving slavery untouched in the loyal border states. It also expressly exempted parts of the Confederacy that had already come under Northern control.

Slaves in the border states that remained in the Union were excluded from the Emancipation Proclamation, as were slaves in the Confederate areas already held by Union forces. The 13th that time, there were still approximately 225,000 slaves in Kentucky and Delaware (Border States). This is when slavery (as we knew it then) ended. ery in the United States.

Elections: I am very dismayed at a recent vote that took place involving the Riverbay Board election. At the time of this writing, I am not privy comments for another writing. I do want to thank all those who did take the time to participate in the democratic process, who heeded our request for you to vote, for friends and neighbors you may have contacted to vote. Please do not let this discourage you from exercising your civic duty going forward, but instead use it as a catalyst to do better.

Primary: Early Voting Period begins today, Saturday, June 17, 2023 – June 25, 2023. Primary Election Day is Tuesday, June 27, 2023. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Early Voting Poll Site Location: Co-op City Dreiser Loop Community Center Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop. The June 27th Primary election will use Ranked Choice Voting for City Council lot will not use Ranked Choice Voting since they the Board of Elections: 866-868-3692.

Public Retirees Medicare: City Comptroller Brad Lander took the unusual step Thursday of refusing to register the city’s 250,000 retired workers into a privatized, cost-cutting version of Medicare. Lander is using a rarely-invoked City Charter authority to reject a contract that would let private health insurance giant Aetna administer a Medicare Advantage Plan for the city’s retired workforce. He is concerned about “the legality of this contract” due to a group of retired municipal workers who fear this Advantage plan would ruin their health the City Charter gives a mayor the power to override a comptroller’s contract rejection. Manhattan

the retiree group’s lawsuit (restraining order) by June 16. The Retiree Organization is suggesting you contact your Council person to support the retiree position.

COME ONE, COME ALL : Section 2 is gearing up for their Annual Summer Fun Day.

Cooper Place and Debs Place Townhouses and Buildings 9-14 have collaborated, meeting and precommunity. Keeping us all united as a community is the goal. You are invited to bring your food, reserve a table under the tent and enjoy this pop-up picnic with loads of surprises. Summer Fun Day will be held on Saturday, June 24, 2023 from 12 noon to 5:00 p.m. (Rain date: June 25, 2023).

Fifty FREE Tee shirts will be distributed at 12 noon after the American Legion Post 1871 Color youth at the event. Sorry parents, you can’t stand in line for them.

You can reserve a free table under the tent for

All in This Together

your Pop-Up Picnic. Bring your goodies to eat. To reserve a table, check the bulletin board in your lobby. The information should be posted in your bulletin board. RESERVE YOUR FREE TABLE NOW! You can also scan the QR code Cooper.Townhouses@gmail.com.

We are expecting the NYPD Mobile Game Truck, don’t miss out on the fun. Don’t miss our one-man Band Juan Ortega and the Steel Drum Band. The Bronx Gems Cheerleaders will be here and also the 40-plus Double Dutch Jumpers to give you some lessons. We will provide CPR Training

a Bow and Arrow? Hidden Gems will be back to show you how. Cousins Maine Lobster will be

paying us a visit also. More to come so don’t miss out on the fun. Music by DJ Sid Nice.

These activities are made possible by our Councilman Kevin Riley, Department of Youth and Community Development, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Bob’s Discount Furniture, McCall’s Funeral Home, Attorney Stephen Kaufman, Riverbay Corporation Community Relations, Riverbay Fund, CCPD and NYPD Community Affairs, FDNY

When you have decided what you believe, what you feel must be done, have the courage to standalone and be counted.” –Eleanor Roosevelt

I am pleased to be of service to the community. I can be reached by e-mail at lpeterson@riverbayboard.com.

Adler Place Townhouse Association

Mr. Marvin L. Walton, Riverbay’s Executive General Manager, wants to meet with Adler Place Townhouse shareholders. The meeting will take place on June 19 at 7 p.m. in Room 31 in the Bartow Center. Bring a neighbor with you. ––K.

Graham

Rivers Run Community Garden

tour will give you a different perspective on herbs and weeds. Tomorrow, inily fun Paint and Chat on Father’s Day. Please bring your favorite person and let us add color together and good cheer to the garden.

Rivers Run Community Garden is a place where we grow fruits, vegetables, knowledge and friendships. The garden is a movement towards improved mental and physical health for all who come. We provide workshops on nutrition, crafting. So, please use this column to check on upcoming events. The garden is an outdoor classroom for the local schools, daycares and residents of different abilities. We are a place of beauty and peace. Visit. Stay. Experience us.

Upcoming Events at the Garden:

June 17 – Edible Wilds Tour, 3:00 p.m.

June 18 – Paint and Chat Social, 2:00 p.m.

Rivers Run is open:

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00 p.m.-dusk

Wednesdays and Fridays, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Saturdays and Sundays, 12:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are NY 10475.

If you would like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or me, Gail Sharbaan, at 718-671-3801.

Please continue to stay safe.

––Gail Sharbaan

NAACP

Mission Statement: Our mission is to secure the political, educational, social, and economic equality of rights in order to eliminate race-based discrimina-

Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), it profoundly affected the struggle for civil rights and the course of 20th Century American History.

Early Voting Primary Election: June 17-June 25. Early voting poll site location: Co-op City Dreiser Loop Community Center Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop. The primary election will use Ranked Choice Voting for City Council.

3692, TTY: 212-487-5496.

The Truth About Juneteenth

In the context of the American Civil War (1861–65), the border states were slave states that did not secede from the Union. They were Delaware, Maryland, that expansive wording, the Emancipation Proclamation was limited in many ways. It applied only to states that had seceded from the Union, leaving slavery untouched in the loyal border states. It also expressly exempted parts of the Confederacy that had already come under Union control.

Slaves in the border states that remained in the Union were excluded from the Emancipation Proclamation, as were slaves in the Confederate areas already

Delaware (border states).

Debs Place Townhouse Association

We want to thank Ms. Lois English from CSO for attending our meeting this last Thursday. She was amazing.

We would like to congratulate our high school grads on their way to college. Way to go!

We hope to see more of our neighbors at our next meeting. It was informative. Happy Juneteenth, and have a great summer. Our next meeting will be held on September 14 at 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 1. We have invited our new Executive General Manager Marvin L. Walton to attend.

Come One Come All!

We are gearing up for our Annual Summer Fun Day

Section 2 townhouses and buildings are meeting and preparing for our funpicnic with loads of surprises. Summer Fun Day will be held on June 24 from 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Rain date: June 25).

Fifty free t-shirts will be distributed at 12 p.m. after the American Legion event. Sorry, parents, you cannot stand in line for them.

You can reserve a free table under the tent for your pop-up picnic. Bring your goodies to eat. To reserve a table, check the bulletin board in your lobby. The information should be posted in your bulletin Board. Reserve your free Townhouses@gmail.com.

We are expecting the NYPD Mobile Game Truck, so do not miss out on the fun. Do not miss our “one-man band” Juan Ortega and the Steel Drum Band. The Bronx Gems Cheerleaders will be here and the 40-plus Double Dutch Jumpers to give you some lessons. We will provide CPR Training courtesy of the FDNY EMT. Want to learn to shoot a bow and arrow? Hidden Gems will be back to show you how. Cousins Maine Lobster will be paying us a visit also. More to come so do not miss out on the fun. Music by DJ Sid Nice.

Department of Youth and Community Development, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Bob’s Discount Furniture, McCall’s Funeral Home, Attorney Stephen and NYPD Community Affairs and the FDNY.

––Jacqueline Mason

This is when

slavery (as we knew it then) ended. The NAACP “Thriving Together” 114th National Convention

The NAACP National Convention is an empowering and immersive experience held each year to celebrate our community’s collective power. The convention attracts innovative change-makers, thought-leaders, entrepreneurs, scholgather collectively to foster our intergenerational approach to advocacy. Main stage discussions, luncheons and the experience hall connect activists, allies, and entrepreneurs from varying backgrounds who are all committed to the same thing: thriving together. Registration for the National Convention is open online and will continue through July 27. The ACT-SO Competition is July 2629, and the convention will take place in Boston from July 28-31. For more information, visit: www.naacp.org/convention.

The Co-op City Branch was established in July 1973. In recognition, we have a 50th Anniversary Commemorative Pin. Purchase yours now for $20 each. Follow us on Facebook: Co-op City NAACP – Become a member, gift a membership or upgrade your membership. Join the NAACP to help us do the work. Annual Adult membership: $30, Youth: $10 or Silver Life: $750. Make checks or money orders payable to: NAACP Co-op City, and mail to: NAACP Co-op City Einstein Station, P.O. Box 75-3111, Bronx, N.Y. 10475

––Brenda Brown

Co-op City Graduate Spotlight

Congratulations, Liannie!

Liannie M. Rosado will be graduating 8th grade from I.S. 181 on June 21. She has worked diligently to maintain her Honor Roll status, and is still attending the Oliver Scholars program on Saturdays and this upcoming summer. We are extremely proud of her accomplishments and wish her nothing but the best in high school and in all her future endeavors. Way to go, Liannie!

––Lisa Rosado

Congratulations to Our Son, Tyler!

From the age of nine, we’ve nurtured your dream to write code and become a video game designer. But your love for history almost surpasses your love for writing code. Tyler, we wish you tremendous success as you enter this next chapter in life... college, and as you pursue your dual Bachelor’s degrees in Computer Science and Africana Studies. Also, congratulations on your acceptance into the National Honor Society.

Your loving parents, ––Lorene & Tyrone Singleton

Section 5’s Food Pantry Distribution Continues as Summer Approaches

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As the spring weather transitions into the warmer days of summer, Section 5’s fresh produce fridge and pantry food distribution is still going strong. The Food Pantry is thankful for all volunteers who continue to show up and provide selfless service to our community. New volunteers are also welcome!

Photos by Yolanda

Building 12 Association

Don’t forget to mark your calendars for our Section 2 Annual Summer Fun Day.

Come One, Come All: We are gearing up for our Annual Summer Fun Day.

Section 2 Townhouses and Buildings are meetus all united as a community is the goal. It will be a pop-up picnic with loads of surprises. Summer Fun Day will be held on Saturday, June 24, from 12 to 5 p.m. (Rain date: June 25).

Fifty FREE T-shirts will be distributed at noon after the American Legion Post 1871 Color Guard event. Sorry parents, you can’t stand in line for them.

You can reserve a free table under the tent for your Pop-Up Picnic. Bring your goodies to eat. To reserve a table, check the bulletin board in your lobby. The information should be posted in your bulletin board. Reserve your free table now! You Cooper.Townhouses@gmail.com.

We are expecting the NYPD Mobile Game Truck, don’t miss out on the fun. Don’t miss our One-man Band Juan Ortega and the Steel Drum Band. The Bronx Gems Cheerleaders will be here and also the 40plus Double Dutch Jumpers to give you some lessons. We will provide CPR Training courtesy of the FDNY EMT. Want to learn to shoot a bow and arrow? Hidden Gems will be back to show you how. Cousins Maine Lobster will be paying us a visit also. More to come so don’t miss out on the fun. Music by DJ Sid Nice.

––Sonja Maxwell

IMPORTANT NOTICE To Clubs, and Religious and Community Organizations

Association of Building 14 Cooperators

Hello Building 14 cooperators! Happy Juneteenth in celebration of freed slaves in America.

It’s also time for our annual Summer Fun Day Block Party next Saturday, June a pop-up picnic with loads of surprises, all put together by Section 2 Townhouses and Buildings. Come One, Come All! Here is additional information:

• Pop-Up Picnic – Reserve a free table under the tent. Bring your goodies to eat. Reservation information in the building lobby bulletin board. SCAN the QR code or email Anika at Cooper.Townhouses@gmail.com.

50 FREE Tee shirts youth at the event. Parents cannot stand in line for youth. Don’t miss out on the fun:

• NYPD Mobile Game Truck

• One-man Band Juan Ortega

• The Steel Drum Band

• Bronx Gems Cheerleaders

• 40-plus Double Dutch Jumpers – lessons, anyone?

• CPR Training courtesy of the FDNY EMT

• Archery Lessons by Hidden Gems

• Cousins Maine Lobster truck

• Music by DJ Sid Nice

Event sponsors: Community Development, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Bob’s Discount Corporation Community Relations, Riverbay Fund, CCPD, NYPD Community Affairs, and FDNY.

Questions: Contact info: 917-612-1951 and assocbldg14@gmail.com.

—Josie Ferguson

It’s Graduation Time!

Shareholders, if you have a graduate or a student who excelled this past school year, let us know so their accomplishments can be shared with your neighbors. Send your submissions to cctimes@riverbaycorp.com or call us at 718-320-3300, x3375/6.

Does Our Vote Matter?

Does our vote matter? Wednesday evening June 7, 2023, during a Riverbay Board of Directors meeting, emergency resolution # 23-30, were extended until quorum was obtained. So, what changed?

During this Board meeting, eight (8) of the fourteen (14) Board Directors present voted against extending the election an additional 14 days even though 90% of the required number of votes came in. There was an additional cost to extend the election and meet quorum but in our opinion cost should not be the determining factor. Extending the Riverbay Board of Directors elections was a frequent practice from 2017 to 2022. So, what changed?

The quorum for this election is 5,002. Approximately 4,900 shareholders did vote. Why not extend the election as long as required to obtain the additional 300 votes?

In our opinion, not extending the election will discourage participation in future elections. Actions that may discourage voting, should never occur in Co-op City, a place we love and call our home.

Riverbay Board of Directors Elections from 2017 to 2022 extended each of the elections. Last year, to reach a quorum, the Board approved three (3) extensions. So, What Changed?

Why would any Riverbay Board Director not vote to extend this year’s election? Does the shareholders vote not matter?

Riverbay Board of Directors Election Statistics (2017 – 2023)

No election season due to COVID-19 global pandemic; all directors awarded one additional

As candidates, we both are longtime Co-op City residents and Stronger Together candidates in the 2023 Riverbay Board of Directors election, we always believed extensions of our elections was a way to encourage voting, engage the community, make every attempt to empower the community, adhere to NYS requirements and demonstrate the ability to govern.

Given the election was stopped before quorum was reached, many shareholders are upset, concerned, and want to know what is going on. Below are concerns in the community:

Why did several directors not vote to extend the election as done in the past?

Which directors were present at the meeting?

Which directors voted against extending the election?

Will the same directors remain seated?

Will the community see the vote tally?

Why was the community not part of the discussion to extend the election?

Since over 90% of the votes came in, why not extend a few more days?

Not extending the election can discourage future candidates from running.

Why wasn’t an open board meeting held regarding the extension of the election?

There needs to be another meeting to rescind resolution # 23-30 to extend this election. Directors should make these decisions in front of the community.

Not extending the election gives the appearance of an inappropriate attempt to remain on the Board.

Not extending the election will discourage voting of even more shareholders.

We want to express our sincere appreciation and gratitude to all the shareholders who have supported the election and this petition to extend the Riverbay Board of Directors election. Your collective voice demonstrates a shared belief in the importance of having an inclusive and participatory community.

To protect every American’s right to vote, no matter the type of election and to encourage anyone exercising their democratic right to make their voices heard.

Rescind Resolution #23-30, Extension of 2023 Board Election, to extend the Riverbay Board of Directors election an additional 14days or until we reach quorum.

To electronically sign this petition, please scan the below QR code. All signed petitions will go to NYS DHCR representative for Co-op City.

Leah Graham Shana Montgomery

Building 1AB Association

Good day, shareholders of Building 1AB.

The next Building 1AB Association meeting will take place on June 21 at 7:00 p.m. sharp. The special invited guest will be Riverbay Corporation Executive General Manager Mr. Marvin Walton. If you plan to ask Mr. Walton a question, before you arrive to the meeting, please write your question down on a piece of paper and give your question to our Building 1AB Association president, Ms. Yvette Livingston- Brown, before the meeting begins. Only questions that are written down and handed in before the meeting begins will be addressed.

All committee meeting dates and times will be scheduled during the next shareholder meeting on June 21. Also, more Floor Captains are needed. Thank You: Volunteers, once again thank you. Your willingness to give your time and service is appreciated.

Floor Captains: A. Hernandez-Ahmed, A. Gonzalez, G. Ashby, Ms. Green, O.L. Baptiste, D. Jones, C. Martnez, V. Cooper, E. Airs, K. Nichson, S. Mitchell, E. Timmons, D. Scurry, J. Grant, L. Knight, M. Anderson.

Decorating Committee: Y. Livingston-Brown, G. Bopp, A. Terzol, L. Wilk, C. Martinez, E. Airs, D. Scurry.

Fundraising Committee: Y. Livingston-Brown, G. Ashby, K. Nichson, A. Lucas, A. Terzol, L. Wilk, D. Scurry.

Tip of the Week: The weather is getting warmer, so please remember to stay hydrated.

Safety Tip of the Week: Make sure that the

as this will prevent someone from walking up behind you.

––Desiree Scurry

National Council of Negro Women

NCNW Co-op City Section – Thank you to our

ing with some members attending via Zoom. The good food and fellowship after the meeting were invaluable. It was so good to meet face to face with some of our newest members, Kayla Grant, Keisha Sasso, Farah Martin and Keisha Kaleem.

A special highlight of our meeting was the awardWe were able to present our Youth Section President, Kennedy Stewart, with this award at our meeting. We wish her well on her journey as she graduates from high school at the end of this month. She will be attending Morgan State University in the fall.

Paint & Sip – Our last fundraising event of the month will be a Paint and Sip at Confetti Paints, located at 3190 Westchester Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461 on June 25 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The event cost is $50 per person, which includes all painting supplies, beverages and light refreshments. Tickets can be purchased on PayPal via the following link: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_ button_id=322WFQVECZUML. You may also pay for tickets at our website: www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com and then clicking on the PayPal link. For further questions, email us at: NCNWcoopcityFR@ gmail.com.

Washington, D.C. Bus Trip – On the weekend of August 19-20, Co-op City Section NCNW will be sponsoring a bus trip to Washington, D.C., featuring: a personalized tour of NCNW National Headquarters at 633 Pennsylvania Avenue; visiting the statue of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune in Statuary Hall, US Capitol; visiting the statue of Dr. Bethune in Lincoln Park; visiting the National Museum of African American History and Culture; four meals including voucher for Sweet Home Café at NMAAHC; hotel accommodations at a Holiday Inn in Greenbelt, MD; and of course round-trip transportation. Pick-up point will be in Dreiser Loop.

Price per person: quad occupancy, $340; triple occupancy, $360; double occupancy, $390; single occupancy, $460. Flexible payment options available: $125 deposit due June 1; second payment due via https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=UZEK724XQ2EEW. Checks or money orders may be mailed to NCNW Co-op City Section, P.O. Box 93, Bronx, NY 10475. For questions, call 646-305-8013 or email ncnwco.opcity@gmail.com.

NCNW Co-op City Youth Section – Our Section advisors regret that in light of the hazardous air quality in New York State on the days preceding our scheduled College Summit on June 10, the College Summit was postponed. We would like to thank everyone who was involved in the planning for this event. We thank everyone scheduled to participate, from the speakers to the vendors, college representatives, youth advisors, Youth Section, youth parents and potential volunteers. The NCNW mission is to lead, empower and advocate for women of African descent, their families and communities. We intend to bring this program to light early next year in a bigger and better fashion. Education is important

––Joyce Howard

(L-R) Lisa Wade-Stewart, Sheila Richburg, Kennedy Stewart, Nikita Singletary and Lori Melton.

Building 9 Association

Greeting, Building 9 family and friends. Come One, Come All! We are gearing up for our Annual Summer Fun Day!

Section 2 townhouses and buildings are meeting and preparing for our funpicnic with loads of surprises. Summer Fun Day will be held on June 24 from 12 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Rain date: June 25).

Fifty free t-shirts will be distributed at 12 p.m. after the American Legion event. Sorry, parents, you cannot stand in line for them. You can reserve a free table under the tent for your pop-up picnic. Bring your goodies to eat. To reserve a table, check the bulletin board in your lobby. The information should be posted in your bulletin Board. Reserve your free table now!houses@gmail.com.

Good day, co-owners.

fun. Do not miss our “one-man band” Juan Ortega and the Steel Drum Band. The Bronx Gems Cheerleaders will be here and the 40-plus Double Dutch Jumpers EMT. Want to learn to shoot a bow and arrow? Hidden Gems will be back to show you how. Cousins Maine Lobster will be paying us a visit also. More to

ment of Youth and Community Development, Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Bob’s Discount Furniture, McCall’s Funeral Home, Attorney Stephen

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

Building 33 Association

Save the Date: June 22 at 7 p.m. Our new Executive General Manager, Marvin L. Walton, will be attending our building meeting. Get answers to questions you may have regarding Co-op City from the man making many of the decisions. Is there something bothering you? What would you like to see happening here? What are you happy about? Come to the meeting and let us talk about it. If you have any questions or concerns, now is the time to discuss it! This is the last meeting before the summer break. We hope to see you there.

It is disheartening to us when we have almost 16,000 apartments here and we cannot get 5,000 shareholders to vote. What is it that makes people so out of touch they are not concerned about decisions made here? Tell us what it is you need to make you care about where you live. You do realize if you show your lack of concern, everyone around you will think the same, including your children. When I walked around the paths in Section 5 recently, I was amazed at how beautiful this place really is. I think I saw poop once. Major improvement. So, change can happen, but we must all be involved. When there is something that needs to be done, like voting, let us do what we have to do! Wake up, people. This is not a joke. Did you know Riverbay is encouraging shareholders to submit input on how to improve services and service delivery at Co-op City?

For all of you with complaints, here is your chance to communicate with thesite, coopcity.com, scroll down to the bottom and click on the “Comments & Suggestions” link. The Building 33 Association is curious to see just how many shareholders will submit their input.

Vanessa L. Gibson, hosts the 2nd Annual Gospel Concert on June 24 from 12-4 p.m. on the greenway across from the Co-op City Little League Field. Hopefully, we will have beautiful weather and can enjoy some spiritual entertainment. Hope to see you there!

If you are unemployed or are looking for a career change, Senator Jamaal T. Bailey is hosting a Community Job Fair, on June 28 from 1-4 p.m. at the Mall your resume, dress to impress, and go out and get that job. Good luck.

To our shareholders suffering from sickness or loss, we are praying for you. If there is anything you need, reach out to us at amayo14033@gmail.com, and we will do our best to help.

Take care now, and walk good.

––Andrea D. Mayo

Building 27 Association

Hello, neighbors. We hope all is well. Good news, the emergency alert of the pandemic has been lifted. However, stay alert and careful. It appears many people are still wearing their masks. We have to take it one day at a time and stay prayerful, for we do not know what the next moment hold.

Building 27 Association – The Building 27 Association is on summer break and always help to keep our building, laundry room and grounds clean. If you need to contact the Association after you have contacted the (CSO) and received no results, please contact the Association via phone numbers listed in each bulletin board in our three buildings.

Congratulation to our Graduates – Enjoy your summer, it is well deserved and please stay alert and be safe.

Board of Election – Early voting began today and will continue until June 25 at Dreiser Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop. It will be Ranked Choice voting, so please pay attention and also keep your voter’s pamphlet, because the Genwith you; this is a plus with the bar code, which helps one to vote faster.

Happy Father’s Day – We hope all fathers get what they want; and most of all love and happiness to you all.

Extension to Vote – Every year, there is a Board of Directors Election re-

quired. Sadly, again we did not meet the Quorum of 5,002 votes by last Friday. The Board voted against another extension. We now have to wait and see what the results will be; being this has never happened before. We also should focus on the shareholders who work the night shifts. Are they voting? 15,000-plus apartments and we can only get 5,000 plus to make just the quorum? Something is wrong with this equation. Do we need to revisit our leases as to the responsibility of each and every shareholder and not just for a few who live in the Co-op City buildings? A change has to happen before the next election for sure.

Co-op City Farmers Market – Will be on board every Wednesday from 8

Happy birthday to those celebrating this month. We continue to offer our sincere sympathy and condolences to the families who lost loved ones. We wish all the best of health and safety.

Contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 and she will gladly acknowledge your birthday by sending you a card; she is excellent in sharing goodwill. Also notify her of any illness, or if a neighbor has deceased or transferred to a nursing home.

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

––H. Overman

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Building 13 Association

Juneteenth and the 13th Amendment: The Emancipation Proclamation was made effective in 1863, but could not be implemented in places still under Confederate control. As a result, in the Confederate state of Texas, enslaved peo-

Myth:mained in the Union were excluded from the Emancipation Proclamation, as

October 15:

November 19:

December 9:

The AAACC sponsors the following programs for your participation: Belly Dance Classes with Xonia Wilson

Evening Line Dance Classes with Cynthia Dixon

Yoga & Pilates Classes with Meena Sharpe-Hicks

Co-op City Baptist Church “Gospel Line Dancers” w/ Joyce Smith –

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

––Leslie Peterson

Building 23 Association

“Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, storytellers and singers of song.” –Unknown

Things to Know: Zoom

tion to follow.

Section Five Association

The Section 5 Association hopes all in Section 5 are doing well and enjoying the weather. The respective

2023 Board of Directors Election: A change needs to happen.

Election:

to those that have lost loved ones.

––Betty Smith

Building 10 Association

New Cooperators – -

Rescheduled General Membership Meeting-

Congratulations –of endeavors.

NYS Primary Election –nycvotes.org.

Section 2 Summer Fun Day – Save the date -

Suicide Prevention –

Questions, Comments and Suggestions –Facebook

Directors and the concept of shareholders’ rights and Assemblyman Benedetto –-

BXM7 Express Bus –YouTube

The Objective of the SFA shall be: -

speedy recovery.

––Jewel Crawford-Duncan

“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.” –Henry Ford.

––H. Overman

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Wednesdays:

Fridays:

Focus:

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

They are as

(ECW) Episcopal Church Women - Fundraising Event • Winery bus trip to North Fork, Long Island: Pindar Vineyards and Tanger Outlets on June 24. A few seats are still available. $140 per person or ––Merville Chambers

Co-op City Baptist Church

––Rev. R. Sibblies

Circle of Christ Church Iglesia Circulo de Cristo

Stop Running from God’s Call Facebook

There is a purpose and calling for every person. Unfortunately, many people miss what they were created for and stumble along in life, never really reaching their potential.

(Exodus 4:1)

God calls you to ministry and puts an intention in your life that is tied to your purpose and burning desire. He gives you tools, understanding and the ability hand must be extended to use them.

When we begin to practice our purpose fear, anxiety, hopelessness and dread can set in. We are overcome by the enormity of the task until we stop and strengthening to complete the task.

We are challenged to return to a purposeful life with a renewed and revitalized knowledge that ultimately God is the leader, and we must carefully handle what God. We are only servants.

Our eyes must be set on God and his overwhelming power. We are constantly encouraged by looking up to God and having an open spirit to receive from the Schedule

Sunday: Tuesday: YouTube Thursday

Friday Saturday ––Pastor Luis F. Ramos Jr.

MetroCard Bus

The bus only makes one stop in Co-op City: Some services offered by the bus are:

For more MetroCard information, please visit new.mta.info/fares.

Greetings, retirees and friends.

Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful fathers, We wish you all a wonderful day of recognition for all that you do for your loved ones. Enjoy your day!

Executive Board Installation – We extend our sincere thank you to Bishop Rosario for conducting the ceremony for the installation of our exThe following members will serve on the board for two years: Dorothy Chambers-Byrd, president; Nelson B. SweetVirginia Stewart, second vice president; Francine Reva Jones, recording secretary; Hattie Overman, correspondence sec-

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Trip Committee – The bus for the Resorts World Casino trip on June 28 will pick up at 8:30 a.m. at arrive there promptly by 8:15 a.m.

The Hunterdon Hills Playhouse July 26th trip has been canceled. Deposits will be refunded. Questions may be addressed to Serita at 347-564-5722.

applaud the Entertainment Committee members: Daisy Young, Beverly Waller, Georgianna Rodriguez, Theodore Byrd and Jay McKenzie for their hard work in making this a successful event.

Membership – New members and renewing members can remit a check for the $25 annual dues for 2023. Checks should be made payable to the “Re-

cheon to as “Woman of the Year”

51st Annual Luncheon – Thank you to all the guests who attended cheon on June 14 at the beautiful Marina del Rey. We appreciate your support of our organization. Congratulations, to Serita Grayson on being honored as “Woman of the Year” for her dedicated service to our organization. Congratulations, to our 2023 scholarship awardees: Re-

AARP Chapter #4997

The Tour Committee is very busy with the planned trips coming to fruition. The sold out Niagara Falls trip leaves on June 19. Our Vynecrest Winery day trip for August 7 is sold out. Reservations for the Christmas trip to Sight and up as well. We do ask that anyone calling Ms. Wright, 718-379-3370, or Ms. Brown, 718-379-7962, call between the hours of 8 a.m.-8 p.m. These ladies have families and are doing this from home.

ties. Our last General Membership meeting was held on June 12. We named it

Goose Island Seniors

Harrah’s Casino, A.C. – Saturday, July 15, 2023. Pick-up: Bus leaving Ein, call or text: 646-579-1701.

Resorts Casino – in Atlantic City Thursday, July 20, 2023. Sold out. Bus

Mask required on bus and in casino. Maryland-Washington Crabfeast Trip – July 28-31, 2023; 4 days; $699, 579-1701.

Nordic Lodge, Foxwoods Casino and Tanger Outlets – August 12, 2023.

NordicLodge – Friday, August 19, 2023. Sold out. Pick-up: Manhattan, 7 For more information, call: 646-579-1701.

Caesar’s Casino – in Atlantic City, Tuesday, August 22, 2023. Sold out. The Spinners – Thursday, September 28, 2023 at the Board Walk Hall in Atlantic City. Tropicana Casino until 3 p.m., then ten-minute walk to concert at 3:30 p.m. If you need more time, leave casino earlier.

Notary – with Yvonne Menefee, Thursdays from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m., 135

Bingo – Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 1:15 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for 3 cards, 12 games and Jackpot. Extra cards are $0.25 each. Refreshments. Proof of vaccination. Temperature taken at entrance.

Game Day – Every Tuesday and Thursday at 1 p.m. Members only. Come play Dominoes, Bid Whist, watch movies, read books and socialize with other

To all Members: Happy Birthday to our members who celebrate their birthtin, Gloria Fields, Evelyn Jefferson, Valerie Santos, Cecil Kornreich, Ray Betanciela Abadia, Eleanor Gibson, Sheila Mathis, and Julia Rivera. The birthday cake celebration this Wednesday, June 21st, at 2:15 p.m.-2:45 p.m. at half-time Bingo.

Sick and Shut-in: p.m.-9 p.m., or call/text or Zelle lSr. Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net. ––Stephen Roberts, Sr.

NY 10475. Please note “new member” or “renewing member” in the memo line on your check. Questions may be addressed to Mary at 718-655-9170.

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

Condolences – Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to all who have recently lost loved ones. Good and Welfare – We extend our well wishes and prayers to all who are sick and shut-in. We pray that they will all soon see brighter days ahead. General Meeting – Our next meeting will be held in September following our summer break.

Georgianna Rodriguez

the “End-of-Year Celebration” and had a small feast with fun and laughs! On June 15, we were pleased to celebrate Juneteenth Day with Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and friends. Thanks again to him and his staff for the second annual celebration. He always exceeds the previous event and is always present.

extension, we failed to reach a quorum of 5,002 votes at the time of this writing. The current Riverbay Board voted not to extend it a second time. We are now in a state of limbo! We also have a Democratic primary election with early voting to run from June 17-25 and Election Day is June 27. With the use of early voting, there is no reason for the members of Co-op City not to make a positive showing at the polls. We cannot fail to show up at another pivotal election necessary for our own quality of life and safety. Check this paper and

ployment Program) students to teach technology to our members and families. The students will begin on July 5 and continue for 6 weeks. You must make an appointment to get service; the sessions are one hour; one-to-one attention; open from Monday-Thursday; 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with a lunch break for the students.

telephone number is 718-320-1946, you can leave a message on our telephone, and we will return your call. While our AARP staff will not be conducting our normal business day activities, we will be sharing information and keeping you

Mrs. Wilson, Good and Welfare contact, at 718-671-5493, advises that she will continue to send prayers and blessings to all members and families. Ms. Baker, Membership contact, at 718-379-2088, will still be accepting renewal and new membership dues.

Happy Father’s Day to all.

We are here to serve – not to be served.

––Ann Purnell

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

JUNE 19 – ALL JASA OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF JUNETEENTH DAY.

Common Pantry distribution is scheduled for June 27, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. in Bartow Center, Room 31.

JASA Bartow OAC SUCASA’s with Arts and Craft Exhibition in the Garden on June 28 from 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. Arts and Crafts Exhibition from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Poetry reading and Jazz music with Americo Casiano. Held in the Bartow Courtyard. Admission is free. Light refreshments will be served.

Please call Einstein OAC at 718 -671-5161 for the following trips: June 22, Derfner Judaica Museum; and June 29, Orchard Beach.

Holiday Hill (Prospect, CT) Senior Day –August 22. Price: $135. Payment due July. No refunds. Credit issued. Price includes deluxe Motor Coach transportation. Enjoy food throughout the day, plus Bingo, dancing, a DJ, swimming and much more. T-shirts available for the event. Give your size when you register. Pick-ups: Bartow, 8 a.m.; Dreiser,

8:15 a.m.; and Einstein, 8:30 a.m. Call 718-320-2066

Dance Classes – 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 2, on Painting Classes (in-person) – Baychester Library; Thursday from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. on June 22. Spanish Workshops – Talleres de Alimentacion June 5/Junio 5, Make Healthy Eating Part of Your

Weight Management Support Group w/Gigi,

Steel Drum classes on Wednesdays from 1 p.m.-

Medicare Information – Thursdays from 9 a.m.-

Tuesday, 9 a.m.10:30 a.m.; Wednesday and Thursday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Thurs, 9 a.m.-12

p.m. Call 718-320-2066. Appointment only.

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

Line Dancing with Bartow Swingers – Monday, 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Bartow Center, Room 31; Wednesday and Friday, 12 p.m.-1 p.m., Dreiser Center, Room 2.

a.m.; Einstein, 10:15 a.m.; Dreiser, 10:30 a.m. Please pay for all trips at the Bartow Center, Room 31. Please Ccall Einstein OAC , 718-671-5161, for an appointment for: Hair styling – First and third Wed., 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Braids, haircuts, shapeups, twists, ponytails, curls and more. Facials and manicure – Mon., 1 p.m.-3 p.m.

JASA Einstein Public Notary – Tues., 10 a.m.12 p.m. and Thurs., 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Please call 718671-5161.

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066. Schedule subject to change without notice. Payments for trips at the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., & 2 p.m.-4 p.m. only Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

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

ALL JASA OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF JUNETEENTH

Baked Sweet Potato, Normandy Blend Vegetables, Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

w/Sweet Potatoes and Corn, Steamed Green Beans

Chicken Cutlet, Toasted Egg Barley w/Mushroom and Onion, Grilled Vegetables, Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

Broccoli, Bowtie Pasta, Carrots

Rice, California Blend Vegetables, Whole Wheat Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

Chicken, Potato Kugel, Ratatouille, Challah Bread, Fresh Fruit and Juice

Beans, White Rice, Arugula Salad w/Balsamic Vinaigrette

Bartow Center (929) 399-1394. Events held in Room 31, unless otherwise noted. Dinner

Pepper Fish, Pasta, Steamed Broccoli

Einstein Center (718) 671-5161. Events held in Room 49, unless otherwise noted. Lunch

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

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

a.m., Rm. 45

Smart Phones & Tablets 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Rm. 2. Computer Learning w/Ralph Zoom only: 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Drama Class/Club In-person,1:30-3:30 p.m., Rm. 4

ALL JASA OFFICES

CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF JUNETEENTH

Dial-in #: 347-893-2966,

Meeting ID: 936 8132 9040,

Passcode: 259554.

Blood Pressure, 1st & 3rd Tues. 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2

Art, In-person, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Tai-Chi, In-person, 2-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Arthritis Exercise, In-person 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 2

Tablet Time, In-person 1-2 p.m.

Self Defense Class In-person, 2 p.m., Rm. 2

Spanish Class (In-person) 1 p.m.-2 p.m., Rm. 7

Artopia w/Ivan 1:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Right after lunch.

Manicure 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m., Rm.7

Chess Club 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 49

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

Alert and Alive 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4

Knitting & Crochet 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

Art Class w/Dmitry Virtual, 1-3 p.m.

Massage Therapy

In-person, Every 1st & 3rd Friday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Bingo with Gay Brown, In-person, 1:15-2:30 p.m., Rm. 4

Church of the New Vision

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

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

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

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

June 11 Worship Service – “Five Steps to Spiritual Maturity.”

Scripture: (Hebrews 5:11-14) “There is much more we would like to say and don’t seem to listen. You have been believers too long now that you ought to be teaching others. Instead, you need someone to teach you again the basic things about God’s word. You are like babies who need milk and cannot eat solid food. For someone who lives on milk is still as infant and doesn’t know how to do what is right. Solid food is for those who are mature, who through training have the skill to recognize the difference between right and wrong.”

(Hebrews 5:15 – 6:3)

Church Picnic – TBA

Save the Dates:

August 10 – “Moses” at the Sight and Sound Theatre and lunch at Golden

The Church of St. Thomas The Apostle, Liberal Catholic Church International

177 Dreiser Loop, Room 2

Greetings in the name of the living Christ! Each Sunday of the year that is not a special feast or holiday has an intent or theme. The intent for this Sunday is “God as light.” Please join us as we receive God’s blessings and love shining down upon us.

All are welcome to join us on June 18:

10:00 a.m., Praise and worship service

11:00 a.m., Celebration of The Holy Eucharist Light refreshments and fellowship will follow Prayer: “O Father of light, in whom is no darkness at all; may our hearts be so irradiated by the glory of thy divine love that we may ever shine as beacons amid the stormy sea of life; that through us weary and tempest-driven souls may be guided to the heaven where they would be, and may rest in the eternal sunlight of thy holy presence; through Christ our Lord.” Amen.

––Rev. Dorian Miceli

Corral prior to the 3 p.m. show. Adults: $190. Youth: $150. Deposit: $30 to reserve your seat. No refunds. Final payment due July 15. Note, the second bus has 13 seats left. Contact: Sadie James, 917-667-4229; Hermena Smith, 718.708.5035; or email: info@churchnewvisionbx.org.

Your contributions, tithes and offerings can be mailed to Church of New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Einstein Station, Bronx, NY10475. Thank you.

––Brenda Brown

Traditional Synagogue Newsong Church

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

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

General Information

The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of 27B. It is accessible, no steps. Phone number: 718-379-6920.

The synagogue has services on Saturday morning starting at 10 a.m. After services, we always have a kiddush.

The synagogue has a Facebook page: Traditional Synagogue.

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help.

The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by 10 a.m., so we can take out the Torah.

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

Sabbath ends on Saturday, June 17, at 9:21 p.m.

Candle lighting for Friday, June 23, at 8:10 p.m. Good and Welfare –honor or memory of a loved one. The cost is only $15 per tree (if you want to buy a tree, call 347-4495005). Mazel Tov, to all having simchas. If you are ill, we wish you good health. If you asked the Rabbi to say prayers for a sick person, you should make your donation to the synagogue.

To all Members – Happy birthday to all of our members who will be celebrating their birthday or anniversary in June. Please send me your names and I will add them to the list.

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

––Bruce Gitelson

A Church Alive Is Worth The Drive! Newsong Church is a life-giving church right here in Co-op City! We believe that every person and make a difference in this world! No matter what you have been through or where you come from, you are welcome here. Join us for Sunday worship and see why God’s family is no ordinary family. Check us out, we are located at 135 Einstein Loop!

Sunday Worship Experience

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

Newsong Deaf Church, 11 a.m., Sunday

That is right. We are happy to announce that we now have an adult ASL worship experience for the deaf and hearing impaired in our community! The singing, the message, the fellowship, are all in American Sign Language and designed to help you connect with God in your own language! Our Adult Deaf Worship Experience starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 38.

Kidsong

Kids are important to us, so we have created a place where they can learn about Jesus on their level. Every Sunday, pre-k through sixth-grade children experience safe, age-appropriate environments where the Bible is taught in a creative and relevant way. Kidsong starts every Sunday morning at 11 a.m. in Room 49.

Newsong Church Youth

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

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life, who are learning what it means to follow Jesus!

Contact Us: Phone: 917-342-2559; Mailing Address: P.O. Box 100 BX NY 10475; Email: CentralTeam@newsongchurchnyc.org; Website: www. newsongchurchnyc.org

Social Media: Instagram: @newsongchurchbx; Facebook: @newsongchurchbx; Twitter: @newsongchurchbx; YouTube: Newsong Church NYC.

––Pastor Mike Tolone

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Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15

135 Einstein Loop, Room 33, Bronx, NY Salmo 3:3-5: Mas tú, Jehová, eres escudo alrededor de mí; mi gloria, y el que levanta mi cabeza.

Paz de Dios sea con ustedes.

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

El Dios que creó el universo, el ser más poderoso de la historia, te ama personalmente. Él te ama, no solo a la gente en general, sino tú como persona. Se preocupa por tu vida y quiere ser parte de ella. Incluso si has pasado toda tu vida huyendo de Dios o has hecho cosas de lo que te arrepientes, él todavía te ama y quiere tener una relación contigo.

Si usted está buscando una iglesia para adorar a nuestro Señor Jesucristo, si se siente solo, herido, deprimido o si necesita liberación nuestras puertas están abiertas para recibirlos. Cristo está dispuesto y es capaz de liberarte y sanarte.

Él nos ama tanto que dejo su Trono de Gloria para salvarnos.

Servicios:

Lunes – Servicio de Oración por teléfono: 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; Código: 696248)

Martes – Estudio Bíblico por Zoom : 8 p.m. (3447367643; Código: 3jEJ2W)

Jueves – Servicio de Oración por teléfono: 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; código: 696248)

Viernes – Estudio Bíblico por Zoom : 8 p.m. (3447367643; Código: 3jEJ2W)

Domingos – Servicio de Adoración: 11:30 a.m.

La Santa Cena es el 1er Domingo del mes Psalms 3:3-5: But you, Jehovah, you are a shield around me; my glory, and the one who raises my head.

May the peace of the Lord be with you.

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

The God who created the universe, the most powerful being ever, loves you personally. He loves you — not just people in general, but you as a person. He cares about your life and wants to be part of it. Even if you’ve spent your whole life running from God or done things you regret, He still loves you and wants to have a relationship with you.

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

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

Psalm 36:5-7: Your unfailing love, O LORD, is as vast as the heavens; your faithfulness reaches beyond the clouds. Your righteousness is like the mighty mountains, your justice like the ocean depths. You care for people and animals alike, O LORD. How precious is your unfailing love, O God! All

Services:

Monday – Prayer Service by phone: 9 p.m. (564888-5521; Code: 696248)

Tuesday – Zoom Bible Study: 8 p.m. (3447367643; Code: 3jEJ2W)

Thursday – Prayer Service by phone: 9 p.m. (564-888-5521; Code: 696248)

Friday – Zoom Bible Study: 8 p.m. (3447367643; Code: 3jEJ2W)

Sunday – Worship Service: 11:30 a.m.

Holy Communion: First Sunday of the month

––Blanca Santana