Co-op City Times 07/16/16 by Co-op City Times

Vol. 51 No. 29

Saturday, July 16, 2016

Riverbay pursuing court case against MSI for millions in damages BY JIM ROBERTS

Damages caused by the misconduct of former managing agent Marion Scott Inc. allegedly cost Co-op City shareholders millions of dollars and attorneys for Riverbay are continuing to pursue their case to recover that money in state Supreme Court. The counterclaims for damages against MSI have not yet been heard by the court, which delayed those proceedings for more than a year while hearing the original case brought by MSI against Riverbay. Discovery allowing attorneys from both sides to gather documents from each other can now proceed in the matter. “We expect to hear from attorneys for Marion Scott by the end of the month regarding discovery,” said Thomas Kissane, a partner in the law firm of Schlam Stone and Dolan representing Riverbay. “The rest of the case has to get started toward resolution.” In the case brought by MSI against Riverbay, State Supreme Court Justice Paul Wooten ruled last month that MSI’s November 2014 suspension as managing agent by the Riverbay Board of Directors was a de facto termination and breach of its management contract and ordered that a special referee determine the amount of damages, if any, owed to MSI. The judge decided that MSI would not be reinstated as managing agent nor be entitled to recover any attorney fees from Riverbay. In the previous class-action labor lawsuit filed in 2013 that potentially involved as many as 1,700

Religious and civic leaders join together in a program of dialogue and prayer about community and police relations

In a show of interfaith support, Rabbi Hadassah blows the Shofar as Shiekh Mussa Drammeh helps in amplifying the call.

BY BILL STUTTIG

Close to 200 Co-op City residents gathered at the lower outdoor plaza of Dreiser Center last Saturday morning, July 9th to join with religious and civic leaders from this community and elsewhere to take part in a program of prayerful dialogue in an attempt to comprehend the tragic events of the week, specifically the shooting of two African-American men by police officers, and the killing of five police officers who were covering a subsequent protest rally in Dallas on July 7th. While the prayerful event was planned before the

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Co-op City receives final approval for Multifamily Conservation Program $1.2 million to be saved annually BY JIM ROBERTS

Riverbay has received final approval from New York City to convert its remaining residential buildings over to the Multifamily Conservation Program (MCP) that allows residential housing companies such as Coop City to pay a fixed cost for water and sewer based on the number of apartments in the building. Co-op City can now prepay New York City water and sewer charges for the remaining buildings and townhouses not already enrolled in the program, thereby saving the community and its shareholders another $1.2 million, or 12%, on annual water charges. More than 800 shareholders signed up to prepay their carrying charges for 12 months in advance to fund the MCP payment to New York City and will receive a one-time 6% credit after they submit their payment. Those shareholders will provide $10.2 million that Riverbay can use to prepay the annual water and sewer charges at the fixed, lower rate rather than paying the higher metered charges on a quarterly basis throughout the year. Shareholders who signed up to prepay their carrying charges are receiving letters this week explaining how the program will work for them. Their 12-month prepayment must be received no later than July 31,

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2016. Any checks postmarked after that will be returned. “This is how a true cooperative should work,” said Peter Merola, Riverbay’s Director of Finance. “It’s not me and you and each individual apartment building – it’s everybody working together for the good of the whole community. “Riverbay will be saving money and some of that savings will be shared with the shareholders who pay their charges in advance. It’s truly a win-win for the entire community and the individuals who take part,” Mr. Merola added. Merola said the program has proven successful thanks to the outstanding participation from shareholders and the unanimous support of the members of the Riverbay Board of Directors. “Cleve Taylor as Board President was instrumental in pushing this forward and explaining it to the community and I think that contributed to the buy-in we had from the shareholders,” Merola said. The only remaining buildings not enrolled in the lower-cost MCP water savings program are the power plant, parking garages and commercial shopping properties not eligible for the savings. By enrolling all of (Continued on page 2)

Several Riverbay Board Directors joined Bishops Angelo and Nancy Rosario together in a prayer led by fellow director, Rev. Deborah Jenkins.

tragic events in Dallas, with e-mailed invitations send out even before the sniper attack took place, the attack just 36 hours before the event seemed to exacerbate the need for dialogue and the call for non-violent alternatives to racial hatred and prejudice. Bishops Angelo and Nancy Rosario of Co-op City’s Church of God’s Children and Pastor Deborah Jenkins of Faith at Work Christian Church co-hosted the three-hour program which featured nearly a dozen religious leaders from throughout (Continued on page 2)

New Executive GM hits the ground running

Board told of new initiatives BY BILL STUTTIG

Riverbay’s new Executive General Manager, Robert Klehammer of Douglas Elliman Property Management Inc., gave his first report to the Board of Directors at the Board business meeting Thursday evening. He said that his first eight days on the job has been filled with meetings to familiarize himself with the many issues facing this community, but he did report on some new initiatives and improvements that he sees coming in the near future. Mr. Klehammer began his service to the community as its new Executive General Manager on July 5th. He reported to the Board that one of his first days on the job included a meeting with the first Deputy to Mayor Bill de Blasio, specially arranged by State Assemblyman Mike Benedetto to try to negotiate some financial relief from Riverbay’s burdensome asbestos abatement requirements. Joining (Continued on page 9)

Rally

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Co-op City and New York City. State are sadly mistaken. They are the same change it needs to further itself and ness in this nation,” Dr. Smith said. Assemblyman Mike Benedetto, Deputy tragedy, rooted in evil and hate and I stop the changes and the elected offiRev. Jenkins introduced all the Borough President Aurelia Greene, believe that we are better than any hate cials that will cause this and many other Board Directors who took part in the three candidates for the vacated State that should rise up against us. I believe communities further strife. program and promised that the Board, Senate seat of Ruth Hassell Thompson, love still rules and wins out in the end Pastor Anthony Vega said “We can of which she is a key part, will do someand several Riverbay Board Directors and you are examples of that love that I build walls of division or we can build thing and can be held accountable. “We including Linda Berk, Daryl Johnson, hold so tightly and believe in.” bridges of peace. It is up to us to decide are not just about carrying charges,” Francine Reva Jones, Claudia Sampson, Assemblyman Benedetto pointed to what it is we want to do. Do we want to Rev. Jenkins said. the diverse racial and religious make-up Rod Saunders, Leslie Peterson, and build walls or do we want to build Board First Vice-President Linda of Co-op City. “And we all live or work Junius Williams joined their fellow bridges?” Berk spoke on behalf of the entire board here in relative harmony. So I say to director, Mrs. Jenkins. Dr. Rev Robert A. Smith Jr. added, when she said, “This is a tough world and we as a community need to do Deputy Inspector Danielle Raia, myself, ‘don’t give up hope Mike.’ “We have finally come to the conclusion commanding officer of the 45th Maybe there is hope out there and that we are part of a collective destiny. something to change it.” In quoting Dr. Precinct also spoke very briefly offerMartin Luther King Jr., she said, maybe Co-op City is an example of That what happens to one happens to all ing her apologies on behalf of the how people should live together. We of us.” He added his belief that this “‘Darkness cannot get rid of darkness, NYPD to many in the crowd who were only light can. Hate cannot get rid of should all love each other, and be kind coming together in the face of tragedies angry at these most recent examples of hate, only love can.’” She added to that, to each other and respect each other no will lead to a voting out of office of fatal police brutality against African matter what our differences are.” those whose inaction has led to the “I ask you to love yourself, love your Americans as well as the many more families, love your neighbors, love your Co-op City resident and now a Yale tragedies we have witnessed lately and the nation has witnessed in recent years. Divinity School student Quadry Harris in the past few years. “There is going to community and love your country argued during his speech that the About 100 shareholders gathered in be a transformation in how we do busienough to stand and make a difference.” killing of the two African-American the lower level plaza, most sitting in men by police during the week and othchairs set up by staff from the churches (Continued from page 1) and Riverbay, while perhaps 100 more ers in the past come not from isolated watched and listened from the upper level the residential buildings in Co-op City Riverbay gets to save money and we’re acts of evil but from a systemic societal of the mall, lining the railings one story in the MCP program, Riverbay is savable to share some of that savings with trait of denying fair treatment to above the podium and its many speakers. ing between $2 million to $2.5 million shareholders.” African-American people across all Bishop Angelo Rosario began the proeach year on lower water and sewer Riverbay officials are pursuing the aspects of society. He called for action ceedings by welcoming the invited guests costs. possibility of additional water cost against the economic system that and residents and placing the blame for “I’m pleasantly surprised at the savings through a recently-enacted enriches a small percentage but holds the events of the proceeding days and all strong response that the program has New York City Department of back all others. Riverbay General Manager Noel other hateful events since the beginning received from shareholders,” Merola Environmental Protection plan to supEllison expressed his anger and his of time on an evil spirit that he refused to said. “It’s very encouraging to see how port affordable housing where certain name. “Whether you are a Muslim or sadness about the killings of the two many residents were willing to step forbuildings under city regulatory agreeChristian, a Hindu or a Jew you know African-American men and the five ward and help their fellow shareholders ments receive credits per apartment that there is an evil spirit out there and police officers. “I don’t know how we as well as helping themselves. against their water bills. we all must fight it together.” reached the point that we think we have In leading the gathering in prayer the authority to take a life. We do not Bishop Rosario continued, “I would have that authority. We do not have the love Lord that you would change our authority to become bullies. We are all heart so that we would not be able to see here together and we must live together or hear languages or color. I hope that as brothers and sisters or we will perish as fools.” He added that he was comwe go deaf to every language and blind forted by an image he saw on the televito every color so that we know that we are all the same and we need to come sion the night before the rally of an together and make a difference.” Bishop African-American woman mourning Rosario added, “We are all of one race and crying together with a white police and that is the human race.” officer. He ended his presentation by Following Bishop Rosario’s comencouraging all in the gathering to get ment, in a show of interfaith togetherin touch with their religious beliefs no ness in the fight against violence and what they might be and he ended by racial and religious hatred, Rabbi leading the gathering in reciting of The Hadassah of the office of State Senator Lord’s Prayer. Pastor Sam Colon of Co-op City’s Ruben Diaz Sr. blew the Shofar to Circle of Christ Church quoted Dr. honor the victims with the assistance of Muslim leader, Shiekh Mussa Drammeh. Martin Luther King Jr. when he said Bishop Nancy Rosario then led the “Hate cannot drive out hate. Only love gathering in a moment of silence for all can do that” and then referred the gathwho perished in the terrible shootings ering to the Gospel tale of Jesus rebukof the past week including the two ing his beloved disciple Peter after Peter young African-American men shot to cut off the ear of a Roman guard. He death by police officers and the five quoted Jesus as saying to Peter: “If you police officers killed by a sniper while live by the sword, you will die by the performing their duties. sword. ” Deputy Borough President Greene He added “At the root of the problem in this country is an offense that has said after the moment of silence, “We been uncovered but has not been have to come together as children of God because we all come from God. We have removed. We must be agents for the to come together and pray, ask Him to removal of that offense.” guide us, ask Him to teach us, ask Him to Jerome Rice of the Co-op City direct our path and ask Him to give us branch of the NAACP said “At what the wherewithal in order to heal our land.” point are we going to learn to communiRev. Jenkins, in addressing the gathcate with each other. We have to put the ering, described how she struggled in guns down. Enough is enough.” He dealing with the terrible tragedies of the added that the community and police past week, the two men killed by police must come together and in addition, he officers and the police officers killed by said, it is essential that the community a sniper. “If anyone does not believe exercises their right to vote in all electhat they are both tragedies than they tions to make sure that it can affect the

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Assemblyman Benedetto resumes lobby visits Assemblyman Michael Benedetto will continue his 2016 Lobby Visit tour on Wednesday, July 20th at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Building #2A); and Thursday, August 4th at 120 Erdman Pl. (Building #27B) The assemblyman stated that he will be conducting the visits on various Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from now to the end of the year whenever he has no other pre-scheduled event. Assemblyman Benedetto will be in the lobbies from 5:15 to 7:00 p.m. All are invited to come and discuss whatever is on their mind.

Concerts on Tues. and Weds. evenings The Riverbay Fund’s Summer Concert Series on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings continues this week. Tunes on Tuesday on the Section 1 Greenway will feature MASPV this week. Wicked Wednesdays on the Section 5 Greenway will feature Worla Roots. Each show is free and will be performed from 7 to 9 p.m. The two concert series will continue through the end of August.

Free tennis this summer The Co-op City Tennis Club, in association with the New York Junior Tennis League and the office of City Councilman Andy King, is once again offering free tennis instruction this summer from 9 a.m. to noon Monday to Thursday on the Co-op City Tennis Courts directly behind M.S. 181. Tennis instruction will be offered to all children 5 to 18 years old. Racquets and balls will be provided. Participating children need to wear comfortable athletic wear, preferably shorts and a short sleeve tshirt and rubber-soled sneakers or tennis shoes. Special sessions for 5 year olds are offered from 10 to 11 a.m. each Wednesday and Friday. The program will run through August 25th and registration is onsite and ongoing. A parent or guardian must be present to register a child. Read and follow the Co-op City Times online at http://issuu.com/cctimes

FRONT PA G E

In her latest work, Co-op City author expresses her views on the modernization of the Black Pentecostal Church BY BILL STUTTIG

Co-op City resident Sharon D. Smith, who transformed her life over the past 20 years from that of a struggling school secretary and mother to an accomplished author, recently published a third book released just this month which takes on another transformation, the modernization of her beloved Black Pentecostal Church. In the newly released book entitled The Black Pentecostal Church: My View from the Pew, a lifelong devout member of the church, chronicles the changes that many of the religion’s churches have taken on in the past decade and wonders out loud whether these changes have compromised the true purpose of the church and the true meaning and benefit of heartfelt worship. Ms. Smith is the author of two previously released books: My Life at the World Trade Center which chronicled her career as a Port Authority employee at the World Trade Center, including narrowly escaping death during both Sharon D. Smith terrorist attacks on the complex, and Screen Door: A Memoir, which chronicled her childhood in Harlem and other places, in particular the role the church played in her upbringing. Readers of her memoir will remember her account of the strict adherence to church practices and how abstinence from secular culture played a large part in her upbringing. In her latest work, which Ms. Smith said she began researching and writing in 2014, she takes on the modern church which she attends weekly as an adult and family head and questions if the influence secularism and pop culture is having on the Pentecostal Church is diluting the gospel message at the crux of the church’s existence.

“By writing this book,” she said in her introduction to the book, “highlighting issues and situations in the church today, is not to reprimand, insult or make fun of the church. The purpose of writing this book is to examine the changing standards and the way we go about conducting services to see if it is expedient for us to maintain these changes in reaching our ultimate goal – winning souls for Christ.” She adds, “Today it appears that instead of the church being set apart, it rather be assimilated with the world.” She explained to the Co-op City Times this week, “The church is changing and the way that we worship is changing. Everything is updated, the songs are different, the dances are different; it is not that old time Gospel that we once listened to. The rules are more lenient, the dress code is more lenient and I ask in this book is this for the good of the church or is it just to help draw more people in.” In the book, she specifically cites examples in churches that she attends and in others throughout the New York metropolitan area and elsewhere where young people have been influential in making pop culture and pop music a part of the Pentecostal service even though it is hard to see where the teachings of the Gospel apply to the messages that the pop music is transmitting to the congregation. She also cites in the book, using the church and its properties for events that are secular and not at all spiritual including, one example that she cites, using the church’s sanctuary to host a Super Bowl party for the parishioners, complete with large screen televisions, party food, and alcoholic beverages. (Continued on page 4)

Farmer’s Market each Wednesday at Aldrich Street Park BY BRANDON ORTIZ

Markets are cooking demonstrations for Everything from fresh fruits to baked pies those customers who might be unfamiliar and breads from the Lancaster, Pa. farm of with cooking certain vegetables, as well as Hostetler Produce are being sold this and every providing recipes for healthy and nutritious Wednesday through November at Co-op City’s meals. Aldrich Street Park, next to the fire house. “It is important for people to know the The farmer’s market is made possible difference between industrial and locally through the efforts of Harvest Home, a nongrown food,” Virulent said. profit organization that was started by In their effort to make the fresh produce Maritza Owens, a native of East Harlem. available to as many people as possible, “Living in the city she saw that a lot of commuHarvest Home also allows customers who nities didn’t have the access to freshly grown are eligible for WIC to swipe their card and produce that was affordable,” said Tiffany they receive tokens they can then use to buy food at the market. Other programs accepted Virulent, the representative from Harvest at the Co-op City market are Health Bucks, Home assisting Co-op City residents at Senior FMNP coupons, SNAP/EBT, as well Wednesday’s market. Having started small, the organization is now able to provide Co-op City residents select from fresh, as debit and credit cards. farmer’s markets in every borough through- locally sourced fruits, vegetables and “I’m glad to bring fresh food to the combaked goods at the Farmer’s Market. munity as it echoes the message we want to out New York City except for Staten Island. Photo by Brandon Ortiz spread from having a community garden “I really believe in access and food justice; it speaks to the oppressive powers that be that control so much and the importance of eating local, organic, and nutritious of what we are able to access, especially food,” Virulent said. Another service Harvest Home offers through the Farmers (Continued on page 4)

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“Let’s look at these issues and discuss if we are going down the right path,” Ms. Smith continues to write in her introduction to the book. “Let us pray and seek guidance so that we may preserve the church as Jesus wants it to be, a house of Prayer.” In recalling the church of her childhood she said “We weren’t allowed to dance, not even in our homes, we weren’t allowed to go to parties or listen to rock’n’roll; it was just church music. Now that has all changed. We have hip hop and rap coming into the worship services and we have the old parishioners who don’t like it and the young people who do.” In the book she said that she leans

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Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016 towards the traditional. Ms. Smith, who is now in her early ‘60s said “People my age or even a little younger, as young as 40, remember the church the way it was and a lot of them think that is the way it should be. But now, we have entertainment, spotlights and theatrical smoke and dances. Popular songs are slipped into the service and I ask the question, is that necessary? Do we really need to do that to keep people involved?” Ms. Smith said that she both sides of the argument – the one side is that you have to keep the church attractive in order to continue to deliver the word of God but on the other side, how much should the church compromise with secular society and if the compro-

produce.” Riverbay Community Relations Director Michelle Sajous said. This is the ninth consecutive season that Riverbay has co-sponsored a farmer’s market in Co-op City. The location was moved from the Greenway to the Aldrich Street Park next to the firehouse five years ago, and the change in venue has helped increase the market’s visibility and popularity among residents. Along with the Co-op City market, Harvest Home has 7 locations in the Bronx alone. The other 12 locations are spread between Brooklyn, Queens and Manhattan. Harvest Home has been providing local and fresh produce to low income communities since

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mise is too much – and in the end are we really diluting the message instead of delivering the message. That is the discussion I am trying to create in writing and publishing this book, she explained. “I could be wrong, but let’s just discuss this and maybe we can bring some changes to the church that are for the better,” she explained. The daughter of a renowned Pentecostal Church pastor — the Rev. Dr. Ruth D. Singletary — who raised her and her brothers in adherence to the church, Ms. Smith said, in writing the book, she researched by visiting many churches, not just in the New York area, but throughout the nation, including the

south and as far west as California and found modern entertainment to be part of the service in each region. The book is published by West Bow Press, a Christian publishing house designed to give young Christian authors a chance to self-publish. Ms. Smith said that before allowing publication, the publishers go through the manuscript for moral content and accuracy, particularly the accuracy of the scripture that is quoted throughout the book. The Black Pentecostal Church: My View from the Pew can now be purchased through Amazon.com by going to the website www.Amazon.com/Westbow Press or by visiting online http://bookstore.westbowpress.com.

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1993 according to the company’s website. Harvest Home helps more than 250,000 New Yorkers who live below 30% of the federal poverty level have the access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables, also according to the company’s website. Also according to Harvest Home’s website, some of the foods sold at the Co-op City’s market include: apples, apricots, artichokes, arugula, asparagus, basil, beets, blackberries, broccoli, cherries, currants, eggplant, papalo, peppers, pumpkins, radishes, and raspberries. Supplies will depend on seasonal availability as all produce sold at Farmer’s Markets must have been harvested within two days of going to the market.

Baskets of fresh vegetables and herbs on display for purchase at the farmer’s market in Aldrich Street Park. Photo by Brandon Ortiz

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Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Happening in Co-op City

Interfaith Peace Rally More than a dozen religious and civic leaders from throughout Co-op City and New York City met last Saturday, July 9, to discuss the need for dialogue and to call for non-violent alternatives to racial hatred and prejudice. The prayerful event attracted close to 200 Co-op City residents. Photos by Bill Stuttig

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To the Editor: I am still waiting for someone on the Board of Directors to answer some outstanding questions: 1. Members of the Board of Directors keep saying the new management contract with DE will cost about $1 million less than the one with MSI. However when MSI was dismissed a number of the senior managers that worked for them were hired by Riverbay. In addition Riverbay has added a number of new Directors and promoted a number of people to senior executive positions to take up the slack. How much does the total cost of salaries To the Editor:

Recently, we celebrated our Co-op City resident students who achieved a 90% or above grade average, titled the “Best and Brightest Awards”. We might have to consider recognizing our young men and women who have acted in a different manner by adding a new category: “Above and Beyond.” On Thursday afternoon, July 7th, I was extremely proud to witness two young men, Emilio Malave and Donté Archibald, both Co-op City residents, and working as summer staff for Riverbay Corp., do the absolute right thing. I’m very proud of these honest, hardworking young men, and of the parents who’ve raised them. Here’s why. Exiting our Riverbay Board’s liaison

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and benefits for the new hires and the increased costs of the promoted people exceed the supposed $1 million in savings. 2. Riverbay paid a $6.5 million settlement out of the cash flow produced in one year by the last 4.5% carrying charge increase and other fee increases. Since that was a one-time payment what will be done with the $6.5 million/year extra cash generated by that increase in this year and the following years? Finally, the budget committee used to be chaired by a member of the Board of Directors with cooperators who are not Directors participating. The Board

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office, I overheard one of the young men, Emilio, state to the receptionist, and repeat again to inner office staff, that the amount of his (and Donté’s) paycheck that they had just received was incorrect, and that they were being paid way too much, so they were bringing the checks back to the office. An action I considered “Above and Beyond.” There’s so much negative emphasis these days on the assumptions of the character of our teenagers, young men and women. Character assassination without merit, which is way too often based upon inaccurate associative characterizations of them. I mentioned their parents before, because for young men (and women) to have that kind of mindset, they have be

of Directors changed that to exclude regular cooperators. The only committee that the bylaws restrict to members of the Board of Directors is the Audit Committee. What is the reason for the secrecy and when will the budget committee be opened up to folks that are not members of the Board of Directors again? A new one: Why does the Board of Directors only mention the ongoing work at the Dreiser Center? The lower plaza of the Bartow center has been closed for years for repairs. When will that be repaired and reopened? —Stewart Berman carefully nurtured on the moral ethics of right and wrong, and therefore, even when an obvious mistake in their favor was made, the only choice for them to make was the honest one! Thank you Mom and Dad - We are very fortunate to have your families here, and I sincerely hope that every family here, and coming in to our community, raise their children to have the same mindset. I will be placing a letter of commendation in their folder, and I hope that our General Manager will recognize the value that he has in these two young men, and make certain that they should apply for employment here next year and that they will be hired. —Rod Saunders Riverbay Board Director

Reminder to Shareholders

First Reading - Resolution #16-36 SUBMITTED BY: Cleve Taylor SECONDED BY: Linda Berk BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: July 14th, 2016

WHEREAS, the Procurement Department sent out twenty five (25) requests for proposals for Bid #3067, Applicant Screening; and WHEREAS, we received three (3) proposals which was reviewed in detail by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the fees for service will be paid for by the incoming cooperator; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager has Article SIXTH of your Occupancy Agreement provides, in part, that your lease automatically renews for an additional three (3) year period. You need to do nothing if you want your lease to extend for another three (3) year period. If you will be moving out at the end of your lease, notify Riverbay, in writing, Attention: Sales Support Office, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475, ninety (90) days prior to lease expiration.

recommended Landlord Guard, Inc. be awarded the contract (Recommendation attached) NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract 3067 with Landlord Guard Inc. at no cost to Riverbay Corporation over a two (2) year period be approved as submitted by Management in accordance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective.

Carrying charge box hours

Shareholders are reminded that the rent boxes open on the morning of the first business day of the month and close at midnight on the 10th of the month, which is the last day to pay your carrying charges before a late fee is accessed. If the 10th of the month falls on a weekend or holiday, the rent boxes remain open through the next business day.

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Public Safety Report

Co-op City Department of Public Safety urges residents to be prepared for potential summer emergencies

Summer’s hot weather puts a strain on air conditioners throughout the National Grid. Although the summer started off with cool, pleasant temperatures, it seems like some warm weather is upon us. Summer’s extreme weather also increases the risks of thunderstorms with lightning. Co-op City’s Department of Public Safety urges all residents to make sure that they are prepared for all types of emergencies. Being prepared for all types of emergencies will allow residents to feel confident in the event of any type of emergency. Preparing for emergencies should involve all members of the family. Establishing an emergency plan which is known to all members of the family is essential. Children actually enjoy helping to prepare for an emergency. There are several websites www.fema.gov/kids/, www.ready.gov/kids/home.html and www.bam.gov.cdc designed for children that help to educate them on all facets of different types of emergencies. Other websites for emergency preparedness are www.redcross.org and www.nyc.gov/html/oem/. These websites offer information regarding emergencies most likely to affect residents of our geographical area. Preparing for an emergency includes establishing a plan. The plan should include a family meeting place, one local and one regional. The plan should take into account family members being at home, at work or at school. A local telephone contact and a long distance contact should be included. Telephone outages often only affect local services. Establishing a long distance contact will allow families to check on the status of all family members. All family members should be familiar with the plan. Putting together an Emergency Kit is also an important part of emergency preparedness. An emergency kit should include one gallon of water per person, per day for at least three days. A three day supply of non-perishable food, include a can opener for canned foods, plates, cups, utensils and paper towels should be included. Include a battery operated radio and a flashlight with extra batteries for both. Never burn candles for light, they are a fire hazard. A well-stocked first aid kit and basic tools should be a part of every emergency kit. Moist towelettes, personal hygiene items and garbage bags should be included for personal sanitation. Clothing and blankets should be included for warmth and comfort. Prescription medications and eyeglasses should also be included. Books, games, puzzles and comfort items should be included for children. Infant formula and diapers should be included for babies. Important family documents, identification and cash should be ready to bring in the event you must leave your home in an emergency. It is very important that everyone takes whatever steps they can to conserve electricity in order to decrease the risk of a blackout. Compact fluorescent light bulbs are a green alternative to conventional light bulbs. They utilize less energy while putting out more light per watt of electricity used. There are compact fluorescent bulbs made specifically for dimmer switches and 3 way lamps. Shut off lights when leaving a room. Turn off computers and monitors when they are not in use. Over the coming weeks Con Edison will be calling upon Riverbay Corporation to prove that non-essential electrical usage can be curtailed in the community upon demand. During times of increased electrical usage such as during high heat and humidity Con Ed tests Co-op City’s ability to shed non-essential demand on the grid. Last week we had one of these tests. These BY LIEUTENANT PAM APOLLO

tests are conducted with very little warning with an attempt to simulate a real need to curtail usage in an emergency. Initial power shedding will be tests but as the summer goes on it may be an actual emergency. By shedding non-essential power usage it decreases the chance of having an all-out blackout such as we experienced in 1969, 1977 and 2003. Power shedding in Co-op City will include garage lighting during day time hours, laundry room usage and air conditioning in the community centers. Some power shedding tests will take place with 24-hour notice in which case cooperators will be notified of outages and closures in advance. In other instances only 2-hour notice will be given in which case officers and porters will respond to the laundry rooms and secure them. In some cases this may appear inconvenient but the goal is to avoid the major inconvenience of a full-scale grid-wide blackout. If you wish to help even more, when you become aware of a power shedding test or an emergency, curtail any non-essential electrical usage until full electrical usage resumes. Have a safe and healthy summer. Use caution near pools, beaches and other bodies of water. Ocean beaches are particularly dangerous this time of the year due to the effects of offshore tropical storms. Only swim in areas where and when lifeguards are on duty. Parents must supervise children at all times. Never swim alone. If summer fun includes consuming alcoholic beverages be sure not to operate a motor vehicle. Also be sure

Public Safety Blotter

July 4, 2016 - 120 Donizetti Place Two females were arrested for Disorderly Conduct. Both were then transported for further possessing. One community complaint was issued. July 8, 2016 - 100 Donizetti Place One female was arrested for Criminal Trespass and was also issued a Community Complaint.

to buckle your seatbelt, obey speed limits and avoid distractions when driving. Always remember, if you see something, say something. Call 911 and the Department of Public Safety at (718) 671-3050 or online at www. ccpd.us. Callers may remain anonymous when giving information. Co-op City is a diverse community with people of all ages, abilities and characteristics. All persons should remember to respect each other and embrace their differences. Don’t forget to say hello to your neighbors when you pass each other in the hallway or in the street. Co-op City strives to accommodate all persons. As Stevie Wonder said at the Grammys, “We need to make every single thing accessible to every person with a disability.” It is also important to remember that not all disabilities are visible. Someone who appears to be healthy may have a physical or developmental disability.

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY

Tell your friends, relatives and employers about:

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

For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbay corp.com; AND Barbara Penn at Bpenn@riverbaycorp.com. Please note that emails should be sent to both parties. Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see bottom of the employment listings for specific directions. CONTRACT SUMMARY

Bid P959, Repairs on Terraces (as needed) This will be a 1 year contract Bids are due on 7/21/16 by 2pm

Late Bids Will Not Be Accepted Insurance must be provided by winning bidder If interested contact bpen@riverbaycorp.com

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Job Reference # 16-39 Open to 32BJ Union Members from July 8th to July 22, 2016. Open to All applicants from July 25th to August 2nd 2016.

Full Time Porter Buildings Service, clean, or supply restrooms. Gather and empty trash. Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming. Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications. Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees. Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.

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

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

New beginnings include remembering the past

Director’s Viewpoint

Linda Berk

First Vice President I can say that I am excited about the possibilities of our new managing agent Douglas Elliman (DE) and Executive General Manager for no other reason than they bring fresh eyes from the outside world. As shareholders and employees, so many of us have been here so long that we don’t see what someone new to the scene can see. I experienced that first hand when I started as Director of Admissions at Pratt Institute. I had come from six years as a Regional Director at Cornell University and was working with the sharpest talent in Enrollment Management at national institutions. When I walked into Pratt, it was so clear to me what needed to be done. I met resistance because people get used to their routines and resist change from people from outside their immediate environment. In spite of resistance, we made significant change and progress. I see those possibilities here at Co-op City. In speaking with our new Executive General Manager, Bob Klehammer, I was assured that he was prepared to listen and ask questions to understand how we do what we do here at Riverbay. However, he also had some very astute observation of how we needed to upgrade and update our systems and processes. His fresh eyes and prior experience have shown to given him a point of reference that should be beneficial to Riverbay. As much as I have hope for positive change,

I believe time is the only way we will know if Douglas Elliman will deliver as desired. It will be on DE to deliver the services we want. I will give them my fullest support as I expect we all will do. Do Not Forget the Past! My fellow board member Andrea Leslie expressed her concern that I believe should not be forgotten. Over the fourteen years that MSI was general manager of Riverbay Corporation, we paid them over $22 million. What are we left with after this board suspended them in anticipation of HCR’s review of the investigation of MSI? We have been left with hundreds of millions of dollars of problems from our labor lawsuit, our elevator problem and excessive problems with our power plant. So when I read that we should thank MSI for their tenure here and for getting the HUD backed loan that will save us over $300 million, I am concerned that the truth has been forgotten with time! We cannot forget that it was under the tenure of MSI that Riverbay chose not to take a low interest rate, standard loan from HFA only to pursue the loan from New York Community Bank (NYCB). This NYCB loan of over $400 million also included a $5 million finder’s fee that was paid at the closing of the loan. That fact in itself screams for reasons to look at the loan critically. Instead over the next few years Riverbay paid approximately $30 million in interest only! What remained was a required balloon payment of approximately $400 million! Where would we get this kind of money to make a balloon payment? How about a second loan from NYCB to pay off the first and acquire additional money to finance additional work

needed on the property? Instead we received a low interest, self-amortizing loan from Wells Fargo. However, this Wells Fargo mortgage almost did not happen. It was Herb Freedman of MSI who wrote in April 2011 in a Co-op City Times article (4/30/11) titled “Response to Bernard Cylich Viewpoint,” that the “HUD loan is presently dead.” It was Herb Freedman who wrote sixteen days earlier, on April 14 to Mathew Wiener, of Wells Fargo “as we discussed this morning, we are proceeding with a loan from New York Community Bank.” These admissions clearly show that MSI was pursuing a second higher interest rate balloon payment loan from NYCB and not the Wells Fargo loan. Herb Freeman is not the hero who got us the Wells Fargo loan! In their own words, Herb Freedman and MSI told Wells Fargo that we did not intend to close with them because we are going with a higher interest balloon loan from NYCB. I can speculate on the many reasons why, but I will leave that to shareholders to think about. We do not need to celebrate the time MSI spent here at Riverbay; we do not need to celebrate accomplishments some may want to attribute to MSI while they were here; we need to remember how they mismanaged our labor force, our elevator replacements, our power plant and it’s illegal use of Riverbay staff. Do not let anyone else tell you otherwise! My point, sweet and simple, we cannot forget. I continue to be interested in your thoughts and ideas. I may be reached at Riverbay Board Directors, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or Lberk @riverbayboard.com.

First Reading - Resolution #16-44 SUBMITTED BY: Bernard Cylich SECONDED BY: Rod Saunders, Evelyn Turner and Andrea Leslie BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: July 14, 2016 WHEREAS Riverbay Corporation is a cooperative; and WHEREAS Cooperators have a right to organize and establish Committees, Clubs, and Organizations; and

WHEREAS Cooperators exercising that right enrich the life of the community; and WHEREAS, Riverbay’s recognition of such groups enables them to rent Riverbay meeting rooms at discount rates to access the Co-op City Times to post leaflets in community bulletin boards and to Apply for In-Kind Services; and WHEREAS Management requirements for recognition include: A completed application form; an organizational constitution or set of by-laws; the names of twenty-five members; non-discriminatory

policies; and proof of adequate insurance for organizations seeking permanent space; and WHEREAS Riverbay Corporation By-laws make no reference to non-Board community organizations And there are no Board resolutions providing rules or regulations about recognition of organizations, BE IT THEREFORE RESOLVED: Groups, Clubs, Committees seeking Riverbay recognition and meeting Management requirements shall be recognized without prejudice.

First Reading — Resolution #16-45 SUBMITTED BY: Deborah Jenkins SECONDED BY: Andrea Leslie, Evelyn Turner, Rod Saunders, Leslie Peterson and Linda Berk BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: July 14th, 2016 WHEREAS, There is a significant number of youths residing in Co-op City; and WHEREAS, the Riverbay Fund has established a

Youth Department to assist in providing programs & services to Co-op City youth; and WHEREAS, The establishment of the Fund’s Youth Department is predicated on support from Riverbay Corporation, City, State, Federal and private grants and working with various Riverbay Departments; and WHEREAS, Riverbay Corporation agrees with the Riverbay Fund that the value of Youth and Community Programs increases the quality of life for a large seg-

ment of the community and provides resources for youth. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, The Riverbay Corporation will authorize annual allocations up to $150,000 for the purpose of establishing a supported Youth and Community Program Department; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED That this Resolution shall take effect thirty (30) days following approval by the Board.

Second Reading — Resolution #16-30 SUBMITTED BY: Francine Reva Jones SECONDED BY: Cleve Taylor BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING DATED: July 14th, 2016 WHEREAS, In the 2015 Board of Directors’ Election, Riverbay utilized NYC mechanical voting machines in every lobby at a cost of over $100,000 and received a record-low turnout which required an unprecedented second day of voting with paper bal-

lots; and WHEREAS, the 2016 Election Committee was authorized by the Board to seek alternative voting methods to increase voter participation and save costs; and WHEREAS, on February 8, 2016, the Contracts Dept. received seven (7) bids from various election vendors; and WHEREAS, on February 23, 2016, the Election Committee recommended Election-America as the lowest responsible bidder to conduct the 2016 elec-

tions by both mail-in paper ballots and on-line voting at a cost of not more than Forty Thousand ($40,000.00) Dollars. WHEREAS, The Board decided that there was insufficient time to switch to mail- in and online voting for the May 18, 2016 Board Election; and WHEREAS, Election-America has agreed to hold their 2016 bid price for the 2017 election. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that (Continued on page 10)

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

New Initiatives Mr. Klehammer at this meeting, he reported, was Riverbay General Counsel Jeffrey Buss, General Manager Noel Ellison who has been working for months to arrange the meeting along with Assemblyman Benedetto, who also attended and who Mr. Klehammer also publicly acknowledged to the Board for his role in setting up the meeting. The new Executive General Manager then reported that it was his belief that it does not appear realistic that New York City would relieve the community of its asbestos abatement requirements, but nevertheless he believes Riverbay can use the issue in negotiating to get additional services and cost savings from the city. “We knew going in that there was no way the city was going to relent on that (asbestos abatement) so the idea was to try to get some kind of approval, policies or even money from the city to help offset that,” Mr. Klehammer said. Mr. Klehammer explained that he believes that because of the meeting, Co-op City now has a sympathetic ear in City Hall which appears willing to listen to a number of concerns that the community has regarding city services and the community’s financial obligations to New York City. One of the immediate results of the meeting, it was reported, is that the a representative from the Fire Department (FDNY) will visit the community’s garages perhaps as early as this week, to determine how Riverbay can reroute the standpipes in the garages and restore the 112 parking spots that presently are not being sold or used because of the current standpipe configuration in each of the eight garages. Danielle O’Connor, Riverbay’s Director of Parking Facilities reported to the Co-op

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City Times that 14 spaces in each of the eight garages are lost to the current standpipe configuration, making for a total of 112 spaces lost – 16 of which are reserve spaces for which Riverbay charges $96.84 per month each and 96 regular spaces for which Riverbay charges $72.96 each per month. In total, due to the required existence of standpipes in each garage, Riverbay loses $8,544 per month or $102,488 annually, according to the Parking Facilities Department. Mr. Klehammer also reported that Riverbay is discussing with New York City its possible participation in the city’s Discounted Water Rate Program for Affordable Housing. He explained that this is above and beyond Co-op City’s coming full participation in the city’ Multifamily Conservation Program which will save the community $1.2 million annually when fully implemented (see related story on page one). Co-op City’s participation in the Discounted Water Rate Program for Affordable Housing could save the community additional millions per year in the ever-increasing NYC water and sewer charges. But, he added, Co-op City does not currently qualify for this program because it is not a city-subsidized development or a city Mitchell-Lama development but a state Mitchell-Lama development. Mr. Klehammer, in consultation with Riverbay Counsel Buss, said that he is prepared to make the argument that Co-op City should qualify due to its relationship with New York City Housing Development Corporation which guarantees, along with New York State’s Housing Finance Corporation, $75 million of the more than $600 million HUD guaranteed loan that the

community currently has with Wells Fargo Bank. Mr. Klehammer said that this financial relationship due to this credit enhancement from the city’s HDC, qualifies Co-op City as a subsidized city development thus qualifying it for the additional discounted water rate. “Hopefully we will hear back from them on that,” the new Executive General Manager said. Assemblyman Benedetto, who attended the meeting, said yesterday that he was very impressed with the way the Co-op contingent made their many points to the Mayor’s staff, including the many ways that Co-op City provides for itself, saving New York City millions of dollars in services each year. “If the city really wants to help, and they really should, then they have plenty of ways to do so. It is up to them now.” Mr. Klehammer also touched on a number of new potential initiatives which he discussed with Riverbay senior staff during his first week and half on the job including potentially increasing the number of body cameras at the disposal of Co-op City’s Public Safety personnel. He reported that the total cost of such an expansion of the body camera program would be approximately $250,000 with approximately $100,000 of that being absorbed in the first year due to the necessary purchase of the additional equipment. Such an expansion would require Board approval. He also reported that earlier this week Riverbay participated in Con Edison’s required energy shedding program whereby Co-op City is required to shed at least 10 megawatts of usage, returning it to the grid, within two hours notice. The test is in preparation in case a real power emergency on the grid should occur. This

week’s event was just a test but Mr. Klehammer reported to the Board that Co-op City went beyond the required 10mega-watts saved during that period and save an average 13 mega-watts of power, at one point up to 14 mega-watts of power during the period. Riverbay’s Finance Director Peter Merola reported that by participating successfully in these tests, Co-op City receives approximately $800,000 in annual payments from the utility just on its proven ability to shed power on short notice thus being available to help Con Edison overcome a potential power emergency in other areas of the Bronx. In addition to the discounted water rate and the standpipe issues, the executive general manager also reported that the Riverbay representatives also negotiated with the city officials better services in the community from the Parks Department and other agencies responsible for the upkeep of properties both within and on the perimeter of the community. Board President Cleve Taylor cited the deteriorating conditions of the jersey barriers on “killer curve” between Section 5 and the Power Plant, a long-standing issue that has not been addressed adequately for several years. Mr. Taylor said that worsening condition of these barriers are becoming an increasing danger to residents and visitors to the area and management should ascertain the agency responsible for their replacement and demand from them that the replacement occurs in due time and not wait until construction on a new exit ramp from the Hutchinson River Parkway begins, which is still years away.

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

Oversight Entities’ Professed Concern

Director’s Viewpoint

Bernard Cylich

Second Vice President On October 2, 2015, Board members met with representatives of the “oversight entities.” The entities, as they call themselves, are HUD, the federal housing agency; HCR, the state’s division of Housing and Community Renewal; and Wells Fargo Bank. The meeting was somewhat rushed—by the entities. At its conclusion, the HUD representative expressed apparently genuine concern that the agency's mortgage loan guarantee might be at risk. There was no factual basis for this concern. The mortgage bills were being paid every month, the principal amount had been reduced by $44M, the property was well-maintained, we had a cash surplus and a six-year apartment waiting list. The community is grateful for the financial help, which will enable huge savings for us during the course of the loan and beyond. We are as determined as the lenders and the guarantors that the loan remain in good standing, and we have demonstrated responsibility in using and repaying the mortgage. After all, the 15,000 Co-op City families are no less worried about the safety of the loan and their homes than the Guarantors are worried about their money. Measures We’ve Taken To Ensure Riverbay’s Financial Integrity While keeping our community safe, livable, and affordable, the Board leadership has scrupulously monitored Co-op City’s finances. In November 2014, a host of problems with Marion Scott Real Estate Inc. came to light. MSRE’s violation of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act precipitated a $40 million-plus lawsuit against Riverbay. The Scott management company was utilizing employees on Riverbay’s payroll, and our computers, to expedite business for its other properties. Furthermore, it negotiated $85 million worth of insurance policies without Board or HCR’s knowledge or approval. MSRE hadn’t even obtained the fidelity bond required of managing agents. MSRE’s infractions occurred while Riverbay was supervised by HCR and HUD. We suspended MSRE and assigned two highly experienced Riverbay employees to

function as interim managers. We also asked HCR to investigate our charges against MSRE and to terminate MSRE as of the date they were suspended. (only HCR has the authority to terminate a managing agent). Protective Action Condemned Rather Than Applauded One could assume that the entities would approve an action protecting the financial integrity of a billion-dollar corporation whose loan they had guaranteed. But not a single word of support issued from any of them. Instead, an HCR assistant commissioner mailed a letter to every Co-op City household rebuking the Board and ignoring the Board’s documented reasons for its emergency action against MSRE. MSRE took Riverbay to court on Christmas Eve 2014, challenging its suspension. Thankfully the Court denied MSRE’s request to be reinstated. But not one of the entities appeared in court to support us. In May 2015 when Riverbay President Cleve Taylor asked HCR what progress was being made with the agency’s investigation of MSRE (requested by the Board six months earlier), HCR Deputy Counsel Mark Colon replied, “not to duplicate efforts, DHCR would review your findings.” Riverbay’s Counsel had submitted a mountain of evidence to the entities. Not only was there no sign that HCR was looking into our complaints against MSRE, or comments upon Counsel’s voluminous investigation, HCR invited MSRE to an assistant commissioner’s retirement bash in Sept. 2015, where MSRE appeared and partied with officials of the agency that had been asked to investigate serious charges against them. Not until recently did HCR take action against MSRE. Adding Insult To Injury The latest communication from HCR’s deputy counsel informs us that since the Douglas Elliman firm would begin managing Riverbay on July 5, 2016, HCR agreed to terminate MSRE as of May 31, 2015 - a totally arbitrary date. This may further punish Riverbay by requiring us to pay retroactive fees to MSRE for six months when the firm was no longer here. The deputy counsel’s communication makes no reference to the evidence we had submitted, nor does it mention any MSRE response to our charges or to our evidence. Is a cover-up of MSRE’s mismanagement in progress? In my opinion, the entities’ supposed concern about Riverbay's finances expressed at that October meeting was disingenuous. I believe that they are more worried about MSRE’s well-being than about Riverbay’s financial integrity.

Why Are 18 Months Of Successful Self-Management Ignored? None of the documents we signed, including the loan agreement, forbids self-management. Actually, HUD and HCR regulations specifically allow it. In 18 months of self-management, Riverbay has corrected all violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act, is up-to-date on its mortgage, tax, and other financial obligations, and, for the first time in its 49-year history, has a cash balance of $27 million. Not only have the entities failed to acknowledge these successes; they have threatened Board members with steep personal fines and held us accountable for problems they claim could have been avoided if we had had a managing agent. Ironically, they say we have failed to complete by November 2014, as mandated by the loan agreement, certain non-critical items during a period when MSRE was managing Co-op City. Why didn’t the entities take action against the real estate outfit in November 2014 or soon after? They accuse us of failing to submit a timely financial report, when it was HCR’s stonewalling of the approval of our new auditors that delayed completion of the report. And rather than support our defense of the community’s financial integrity—by suspending MSRE—they have turned it into a charge against us. After ignoring the voluminous evidence we provided, withholding judgment of the MSRE suspension, and threatening Board members with personal fines and removal from the Board unless Riverbay hired a managing company, HCR eventually endorsed the suspension— in a way that could make Riverbay liable for payment to the suspended company for months during which it was not even here! Did HCR Condone MSRE’s Infractions? In my opinion, HCR failed to supervise MSRE. In my opinion HCR’s apparent condoning of MSRE’s use of a Riverbay paid employee for MSRE’s benefit, MSRE’s failure to obtain fidelity bond in accordance with HCR regulations, MSRE’s failure to obtain Board and HCR approval of large insurance contracts and MSRE’s violations of state and federal employment law, may warrant the attention of the state Attorney General and the NYS Inspector General. HCR should function, in the first place, for the benefit of the state’s residents, not of the real estate industry.

Second Reading — Resolution #16-30 (cont’d) the Board approves Election-America to conduct the 2017 Board elections by both mail-in paper ballots and on-line voting at a cost of not more than Forty Thousand ($40,000.00) Dollars; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the President and management is hereby authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Berk, Feliciano, Graham, Johnson, Jones,

Peterson, Sampson, Smith, Taylor, Turner, Williams NO: Leslie and Saunders ABSENT FOR VOTE: Cylich and Jenkins PASSED

Second Reading — Resolution #16-38 SUBMITTED BY: Evelyn Turner SECONDED BY: Cleve Taylor BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: July 14th, 2016 WHEREAS, the Procurement Department sent out seventeen (17) requests for proposals for Bid #3063, Inspection & Servicing of Fire Extinguishers; and WHEREAS, we received five (5) proposals which

was reviewed in detail by the Project Manager; and WHEREAS, the fees for service $14,000.00 for three (3) years; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager has recommended Fire Guys NY be awarded the contract (Recommendation attached) NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed contract 3063 with Fire Guys NY at $14,000.00 to Riverbay Corporation over a three (3) year period be approved as submitted by Management in accor-

dance with Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolution #95-44 and the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Berk, Graham, Johnson, Jones, Leslie, Peterson, Sampson, Saunders, Taylor, Turner and Williams NO: Feliciano and Smith ABSENT FOR VOTE: Cylich and Jenkins PASSED

coverage; and WHEREAS, for the calendar beginning August 1, 2016 Riverbay’s insurance consultants, the Stockbridge Group, reviewed proposals submitted by the Difference Card and recommends renewing the Oxford United Healthcare medical plan for Local 153 members for an annual gross premium inclusive of Difference Card contributions of $598,472.00 ($27,680.00 more than last year) the MetLife DHMO Dental plan for $9,939.00 ($382.00 more than last year) and the MetLife vision plan for $6,317.00 (same as last year); and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board approves the renewal of the Oxford United

Healthcare medical plan, effective August 1, 2016, for Local 153 members for an annual gross premium inclusive of Difference Card contributions of $598,472.00, the MetLife DHMO Dental plan for $9,939.000 and the MetLife vision plan for $6,317.00; and BE IT FUTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution shall take effect immediately and that Management and the President are directed to take all necessary action to comply with this Resolution. YES: Berk, Feliciano, Graham, Johnson, Jones, Leslie, Peterson, Sampson, Smith, Saunders, Taylor, Turner and Williams ABSENT FOR VOTE: Cylich and Jenkins PASSED

Emergency Resolution #16-47 SUBMITTED BY: Leah Graham SECONDED BY: Linda Berk and Leslie Peterson BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING: July 14, 2016 WHEREAS, The Riverbay-Local 153 Collective Bargaining Agreement provides that Riverbay may transfer bargaining unit members from the Local 153 Health Care Fund to a comparable medical plan; and WHEREAS, In the year ending July 31, 2016 Riverbay provided comparable medical insurance to Local 153 members which saved Riverbay $240,936.00 over the cost of similar Union provided

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

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Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

Director’s Viewpoint

Francine Reva Jones Secretary Last Saturday, Bishop Angelo and Rev. Nancy Rosario of Church of God’s Children and The Bronx Clergy Task Force in partnership with Rev. Deborah Jenkins of Faith @ Work Christian Church sponsored a special gathering inviting the community and all Bronx religious leaders. What precipitated this action were the recent shootings and killings of Black citizens across our country and the killings of police officers in Dallas, Texas. More specifically, on July 5, 2016, while selling CDs outside Abdullah Muflahi’s Triple S Food Mart in Baton Rouge, 37-year-old Alton Sterling was shot dead by police officers. Even though he was subdued by the police officers, they shot him anyhow. Howie Lake II and Blane Salamoni were the officers involved in the shooting. Lake had three years of law enforcement experience which included a previous shooting of an AfricanAmerican male for which he was placed on departmentmandated leave; Salamoni had four years of experience. Salamoni and Lake had both been previously investigated for use of excessive force. I question why they are still employed and receiving our tax dollars. On July 6th, Philando Castile was fatally shot by Jeronimo Yanez, a St. Anthony, Minnesota police officer, after being pulled over in Falcon Heights, a suburb of St. Paul. Castile was driving a car with his girlfriend, Diamond Reynolds, and her four-year-old daughter. He was stopped for a broken rear light. Yanez asked Castile for his license and registration. Castile told him that it was in his wallet and also that he had a pistol on him because he was licensed to carry. In the midst of getting his ID, Yanez asked Castile not to move. As Castile was putting his hands back up, Yanez shot him in the arm four or five times.

Bronx Clergy Speak Out On July 7th, while the members and followers of the Black Lives Matter organization rallied in peaceful protest of these cop killings, a sniper, Micah Johnson, a Black man, killed five and wounded seven Dallas police officers and wounded two civilians. Johnson was killed by a bomb-carrying robot. While I don’t condone killing anyone, Johnson apparently felt that “enough is enough” of white cops killing Black folks. After being in the U.S. armed forces, Johnson was an experienced shooter and seemed determined to right the wrongs perpetrated upon Black citizens of his country. However, according to reports, he had mental issues. It is a sad scenario that after serving his country, Johnson’s life ended that way. At Saturday’s gathering, I was pleased to see many of the Board Directors present to lend support to this worthy cause. We were each introduced by co-host Rev. Jenkins and a brief presentation was made by First VicePresident, Linda Berk. Most of the clergy, politicians, organizational leaders and youth spoke about love and respect for one another as a means to cure the social ills that exist in our country today. While I agree with them, I was most impressed by the comments made by Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith who analyzed the situation from a historical perspective when he spoke about systemic racism. Personally, I have found that there are two standards of justice in this country. For example, in gun-carrying states, it is acceptable for a white person to carry a gun, but a Black person gets killed by police for carrying. The NRA has shown no support for Mr. Castile who was recently killed. The DOJ cannot even convict the cop killers when they see the evidence on camera, e.g., the Eric Garner case. Ironically, the recorder of the Garner police killing is now in jail and the cop killer is free, employed and paid with our tax dollars. I personally see these happenings as conspiracies to annihilate people of color. Many people of color have been deported, others disproportionately fill the U.S. prisons, and many are being shot and killed on the streets of our nation. Some of the ways to combat this violence is for white

parents to teach their children about love and respect for people of color and when they grow older and possibly become police officers, they will not fear people of color and want to hate, fight or kill them. Presently, police officers that suffer from xenophobia, where they are afraid of other ethnic groups, should resign or gets sensitivity retraining. Police officers should be taught to de-escalate incidents that they encounter, rather than heighten them to the level of killing innocent citizens. Good police officers that abide by the laws should help to enforce the laws by standing up and reporting those officers that are doing wrong. If they cannot do these things, they should not be police officers. Also at fault is the U.S. government for allowing for private industry/corporations to build more prisons. They then need prisoners to fill them. The prisoners are doing the work that ordinary citizens should be doing. American citizens are searching for jobs and are unable to find work because the prison industrial complex is using prisoners to do the work. Prisoners are paid pennies, while corporations make billions of dollars. Lastly, voting is very important. Are the candidates you support talking about creating jobs to repair our crumbling infrastructure, healthier foods, better educational opportunities for our youth, and better law enforcement? If not, they don’t deserve your vote. Citizens should vote for the candidates that they believe will make the changes that this country needs. Register to vote NOW. Vote in every election, local and national. Take the time to know your community. Attend your building association meetings. Ask questions. Be involved. It begins with you. Contact Me If you have thoughts that you would like to share, don’t hesitate to contact me. If you have an issue that has not been resolved, contact me, Francine Jones, Board of Directors, Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475 or call me at 718-671-5957 and I will attempt to assist you. I hope you are having a fantastic summer.

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

Improving the dialogue between shareholders and the Board Director’s Viewpoint

Rod Saunders Assistant Secretary

One of the promises that I made during last year’s Riverbay Board elections campaign, was to implement a number of shareholders meetings specifically designed for the allowance of shareholders to speak for a reasonable amount of time, on any topic within reason, you felt germane. We had one such meeting last year, and because of a miscommunication between members of the Board, the Shareholders Meeting was combined with a Riverbay Board Public meeting. This year, starting in September, I would like to renew my commitment shareholder meetings, and hope that many of you will join us when we do. In the July 2nd edition of the Co-op City Times, a Letter to the Editor was submitted by Dave Sanquiche, in which he outlined a few well thought out ideas that he felt would bring about some cost savings to the community. I want to positively respond to his suggestions, because I believe that we are on the same page. Previously, we had the plastic flyer holders that he spoke of, between each of the elevators on every floor. I’m not certain why they were removed, however, replacing them to facilitate the discontinuance of taping paper to paint, is in my opinion, the correct thing to do. We cannot discuss any legal actions involving Riverbay Corp., and MSI (Marion Scott, Inc.), but I’m certain many things will surface in the future. I’ve personally been an advocate for solar energy here in Co-op City since 2003. I have authored Letters to the Editors that cover alternative energy sources that included solar and wind power. I believed back then that solar power, erected on top of our 8 garages, would have been able to provide power for the independent lighting within our garages, the garage elevators, and of equal importance, would be to install

cant number of resolutions, and comments from 15 Directors, voting on a dozen resolutions is not necessarily in anyone’s best interest. So, my best advice to everyone, is to respectfully request the answer as Mr. Miller has done in the Co-op City Times, or email the Director(s) with whom you take umbrage, and ask them their reason for their yes/no vote. My “No” vote was cast for the following reasons: Last year, after considerable debate with Director Daryl Johnson during a board room business meeting, the Board agreed to make certain that the proposed rents charged for our commercial spaces would come into line with what other owners of commercial properties in our area were receiving for theirs. After modest research, a reasonable dollar amount was agreed upon. We have subsequently involved a private commercial real estate company to seek out and assist in negotiating both, a more competitive lease agreement, and a better commercial client. That involvement is not free! My voting “no” was based upon the fact that we were not adhering to the price range that we agreed upon, especially when considering that we have an out pay percentage obligation. Also, when I asked for specific information from management during the discussion before the vote, I was not at all satisfied with their answer. My final reason was more logistical. We already have an existing problem in the Dreiser Shopping Center with youngsters coming into Co-op City from outside of our community, exiting the buses, and congregating in and around Cappy’s between 7:30 & 8:20 a.m. before going to school. During school days, CCPD was forced to deploy our officers to assist in controlling a situation in Cappy’s that had startled parents who were buying items for their younger students, and cooperators buying the paper or metro cards. A Subways sandwich store would, again in my opinion, only serve to exacerbate a difficult situation which already exists, I voted NO. In future articles, I intend on recommitting to the ideas that I have written about in previous articles, and a proposal to re-establish the volunteer ambulance corps.

charging stations at strategic locations within the garage for shareholders that purchase electric cars, and for future Riverbay electric powered vehicles. Providing power to independently illuminate our garages or adding about 15% of energy back into our power resource, is still an idea that the Construction Committee has been researching with different companies for more than 3 years now. Our Governor, Andrew Cuomo, has invested some $750 million dollars in a factory in Buffalo, NY, called Solar City, and so I would like to see if we can get a deal on both cost, and rebate incentives should we consider negotiating with that factory, for business. The power that is projected to come from the solar panels that we could install/erect on the garage rooftops, were deemed as not being powerful enough to operate the garage elevators. We are currently looking at ways to enhance our grounds, and a Doggy Park is part of the discussion. The Move-in/Move-out expense situation is caused mostly by regulations from HCR (Homes and Community Renewal). Over 2 years ago, Riverbay Board Director Bernie Cylich submitted a resolution to address the transfer issue, and I want to further his effort by offering an alternative suggestion. The most likely solution will ultimately involve political advocacy by our elected State representatives. There are several ideas being passed around as it relates to the use of our waterfront property, and I’m certain that we will have several proposals moving forward in the immediate future. In last week’s edition of the Co-op City Times, Mike Miller asked a reasonable question – almost. First of all, it is my firm belief that not one of the current members of the Riverbay Board of Directors would hide anything (excepting Executive Session discussions) from the shareholders, certainly not their vote on any resolution. Secondly, in my opinion, should Directors write about their specific reasoning for voting on every resolution that we vote on, those comments would fill the Co-op City Times with more explanations than relevant facts on other topics. There are nights when we vote on a signifi-

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Health News

Over 100 cancer patients, survivors, their families, staff from the Children's Hospital at Montefiore and community members gathered together on Saturday, July 9 to raise awareness and research funds at the 11th annual Stomp Out Sarcoma walk in Van Cortlandt Park. This event is held as part of Sarcoma Awareness Month in July and is led by Richard Gorlick, M.D., chief of the division of pediatric hematology, oncology & marrow and blood cell transplantation at the Children’s Hospital at Montefiore, who is also a sarcoma cancer survivor. Sarcomas are cancers that attack bone and soft tissue in the arms or legs and approximately 12,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with sarcoma each year. The goal of the walk is to educate people about sarcoma, a cancer that is not widely-known, and inspire those impacted by the condition.

Blood Bank coming July 21st Donate & receive 2 Free tickets to the Mets A blood shortage has been declared in NYC Blood is urgently needed There is a severe shortage of blood for the New York City area. Hudson Valley Blood Services is appealing for donations. Given the severe shortage of blood, all who respond to this call for giving blood will receive two (2) free tickets to a Mets game as an incentive; those who may be rejected for one reason or another will also be given tickets. Tickets will be mailed to those who donate shortly after the Blood Drive. The Riverbay Community Blood Bank will be hosting this blood drive in two weeks in the Bartow Community Center with the assistance of Riverbay Corporation. The blood drive will be held Thursday, July 21, in the Bartow Community Center, room 31, from 3:00 p.m. till 7:30 p.m. Anyone in good health between the ages of 17 and 75, a minimum of 110 lbs. and who has not donated within the last 56 days is an eligible blood donor. Those above the age of 75 may donate provided they have a note from their doctor stating that they may do so. Individuals 16 years of age may donate provided

they have a consent form completed by a parent or legal guardian. Consent forms are available at the donation site, or online at www.nybloodcenter.org. Also available will be the use of the Alyx System should you choose to use it. The Alyx System allows a donor to donate the same one (1) pint of blood; the difference being that the Alyx System will separate your blood components into two as you donate, allowing two persons the opportunity to receive a complete blood transfusion from your one donation. The Alyx System only takes a few minutes longer when donating, and the collection syringe is smaller than that used in the conventional method. The choice is yours, you will be asked at the time of registration which type donation you wish to make, the conventional method or by using the Alyx System. The blood center staff will be glad to answer any questions you may have. All donors must be able to show picture ID and provide their Social Security number. Donating blood is rel-

atively quick and easy. Most persons who are in reasonably good health are eligible to donate, even those on medications may donate with few exceptions. Should you have any questions regarding medical eligibility, you may contact the Hudson Valley, NY Blood Center at 1-800-688-0900. Please be sure to eat prior to donating. Light refreshments will be available upon completion of your donation. Remember, close to 2,000 men, women and children, including cancer, transplant and surgery patients, trauma victims, newborn babies and many more in our community need blood transfusions each day. For additional information, please contact Joe Boiko at 718- 320-3300, Ext. 3409. “Live and Let Live is Good – Live and Help Live is Better.” —Joe Boiko

Building 9 Association Greetings: Wishing a happy and healthy summer season to all. Warmer temperatures are upon us. Remember to remain hydrated, wear sunscreen and dress appropriate to the weather forecast. On warmest and most humid days, try to go outdoors before noon or early evening whenever possible. The annual Riverbay Corporation Independence Day Fireworks display appeared to be even more spectacular than last year. What a blessing it is for our Co-op City families not to have to venture into Manhattan in order to enjoy the July 4th festivities. We have many caregivers in our buildings. Since I chat with many of you on a daily basis, I know your level of dedication and commitment to parents. I also know that caregivers need caregiving. Please let me know if there is anything your Building Association

can do to assist you. Remember to be assets to one another; you share more experiences than you know. Your Building Association is planning two summer social events: Game Night on July 22nd and a Movie Night in August. Final call: Seats are still available for our Foxwoods Casino and Shopping Outlet bus ride on Saturday, July 30th at $50 p.p. There will be $10 cash back and free buffet lunch courtesy of the casino. Refreshments will be served aboard the bus as well as a 50/50 Raffle and a ‘Seat Raffle’ which will return your $50 payment to you if won. Foxwoods has an 80+ outlet shopping mall in addition to many bakeries and eateries. CANCELLED...Newport Playhouse Dinner, Theater and Cabaret show bus ride scheduled for Saturday, August 13th. Lack of participation, no event.

All funds to be returned on or before July 20th. We appreciate and thank all who did pay for the bus ride. However, we did not have enough support from our building shareholders to fund this particular bus ride event. Please accept our deepest apologies. Your Building Association Executive Team is working hard on your behalf. Please support us as we attempt to engage and support you. Association events are planned with you in mind and for your enjoyment. Each shareholder is responsible for ensuring that the condition of our collective home is not allowed to fall into a deteriorated state for any extended period of time. Please feel free to call and/or e-mail your concerns to the Riverbay Corporation management. United we stand. Until next time, be well and be safe. —Linda Collins

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

Section 5 To Host A Family Fun Day

Director’s Viewpoint

Evelyn Turner On Saturday August 20, 2016, The Section Five Association of Co-op City will host a “Family Fun Day” filled with activities for all age groups. On Monday, August 1, 2016, at 7:00 p.m. Volunteers will have a planning meeting in the Association Room in the back of Building 28A, 140 Elgar Place. Section 5 has an array of talent of all ages. We therefore, are asking you to “pay it forward” by becoming a volunteer for the August 20th event. This day will be a day to show pride in our beautiful Section and have “safe fun” especially for our children. We want parents to come, relax and allow your children to be children in a safe environment. You may call this Director for more information about volunteering. Our Grounds Department has completed planting our annuals and perennial plants. Reportedly, the reason they are introducing more perennials is that they come back every year and annuals have to be planted every year. According to our Grounds Department our Co-op City continues to stand out as “the cleanest most beautiful and breath taking housing complex in

MSI lawsuit Riverbay employees, a federal judge ruled that Riverbay violated federal law by not paying overtime and other wages in compliance with labor laws for a period of many years during which MSI was Riverbay’s managing agent. An investigation that took several months and produced a detailed, 200page report by Riverbay General Counsel Jeffrey Buss in 2015 determined that MSI was responsible for the illegal labor practices that cost Co-op City shareholders $6.85 million to settle the federal labor class-action. In court papers detailing the current counterclaims against MSI, attorneys for Riverbay state that according to its contract MSI was responsible for the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements as well as any damages due to labor disputes. “MSI was reckless, careless and negligent in that it failed to ensure that employees were paid in compliance with state and federal law,” the court filing by Riverbay’s attorneys state. “MSI failed

the whole New York State.” QUALITY OF LIFE ISSUES IN SECTION 5: This Director along with Director Marie Smith who lives in Section 5 will be available at the Summer Fun Day to make a list of ALL concerns about what’s getting on “your nerves” that’s affecting your quality of life in Section 5. As your elected representatives on the Riverbay Board of Directors from this “unique” Section we will work with Management and the full Board to address ALL Section 5 needs. Please call if you would like to volunteer for this new initiative. I have spoken with several Building Presidents and we should be meeting with Chief Apollo and the new Executive GM prior to the August 20th event to address some “serious” Section 5 concerns. COLLEGE CAREER & RESOURCE FAIR: Save the Date: Saturday, October 1, 2016 for the 5th Annual College, Career & Resource Fair. This year will be unique as we will have the “Scholarship Lady” and other experts in the field of “financial aid.” We want you to not only know where the FREE MONEY is but how to obtain it. We also will have some “new” colleges attending and or sending information: Hamilton College, Clinton, NY – Hudson Valley Community College – Stella and Charles, GUTTMAN Community College – Lehman College – SUNY Postdam – SUNY Delhi & a Representative (Continued from page 1)

to adequately confer with employment counsel to ensure Riverbay’s compliance with applicable laws, codes, ordinances, official orders and regulations.” The legal pursuit to recover the money from MSI was filed as counterclaims in the lawsuit that MSI filed against Riverbay in December 2014 seeking to be reinstated as managing agent following its removal by the Riverbay Board of Directors the previous month. In his ruling, Judge Wooten determined that damages for MSI, if any, would be limited to the time period between its November 2014 suspension and the date that the state Division of Housing and Community Renewal terminates MSI’s contract. DHCR has ruled that MSI’s management agreement is considered ended six months following their removal from Co-op City. Riverbay is arguing that MSI did not provide any services after November of 2014 and that its failure to properly manage employment matters and other

Building 31 Association We are officially on hiatus from July through August and will return to our usual commitments for the association in September. However, because of requests for those two months, there will be game nights and our crochet & knitting group might be operating, so watch for flyers posted by the elevator. We send accolades to the president of our association, Robert, and his wife, Joyce Hedgepeth, as they celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary; we wish them many more years together. They have both committed themselves to our association, he as our president and she as the leader of the crochet and knitting group which has been

from NASA. It’s not too late to be a volunteer, just call 917-324-1033. Our interns will be assisting with organizing scholarship information on hand to be hopefully shared online. TEACHABLE MOMENTS: As we pray for all lives lost, adults should use this moment and time in our history to teach our youth about: Ida B. Wells-Barnett and Fannie Lou Hammer. What these brave Ancestors did was to advocate stopping the lynching of Blacks and police brutality (Ida B, Wells-Barnett) and VOTING (Fannie Lou Hammer). The spirit is now moving a new generation to address the same issues! We must not forget our history as it enables us to deal with today without going absolutely crazy. As a people we have been able to absorb a lot of pain. Most recently, this Director challenged some young adults to READ their history. When America was born black lives was an issue and others have conveniently left our stories of advocacy out of the books. I am pro Black, pro Police, love “People” and work 5 days a week helping “homeless women” in the Bronx. I know where the hurt of protestors is coming from. This has been a difficult week, a time of action, prayer and healing for our beloved USA. Keep the focus on the issues protestors! I may be reached at: Evelyn M. Turner: evelyntinez@aolcom – 718-320-8088

enjoyed by neighbors from our building, as well as surrounding buildings. We are asking all of the cooperators of our building to join us this fall so that we can strengthen our association and formulate changes to enhance our community. Bring your new ideas to the meeting so we can continue the goal of our group. REMEMBER: Section 5’s Family Fun Day is in August and our building’s participation is key for that day’s events just like all the other buildings in our section. Signs will be posted in the lobby. Help by volunteering, ask Robert, our president, for details. Enjoy your summer. —Marilyn McDaniel

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Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

Co-op City stands up against violence

Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson Some of the worst acts of horrific violence between police officers and civilians were recorded on video recently. Shortly thereafter, several leaders here called for a community meeting last Saturday to discuss these severe issues. We break our silence against violence About 100 people showed up at a community meeting in the lower patio area of Dreiser last Saturday to discuss the senseless acts of violence that were shown on the news recently. One video showed a man that was shot several times by a police officer while they were on the ground. Another video showed the aftermath of what occurred when a police officer shot a man in a car who was reportedly reaching for some documents. Thereafter, protests occurred in several cities across the United States. In Dallas, eleven police officers were shot. And, within that number, five officers were killed when a barrage of gunfire occurred during a protest. Thereafter, several leaders addressed these outrageous acts of violence during a community meeting that was held last Saturday. Board Director Deborah Jenkins stated: "I believe that we're better than any hate that should arise between us." Then, she praised the deputy inspector from the 45th Precinct, Danielle Raia. "She has transformed the 45th Precinct in just over a year." Assemblyman Michael Benedetto stated: "Bad people are in all categories. They've mixed in with good people." Then, he concluded his remarks by stating that: "Co-op City should always demonstrate their unity." Noel Ellison, from our management office, gave a very powerful speech at this event. "I was angry when I saw what was going on the TV," he stated. "We cannot conquer this stuff unless we have love. And, we must treat one another with respect."

One religious leader then incorporated a biblical lesson into this meeting. "When officers came to arrest Jesus, Peter took out his sword and cut off the right ear of one of the officers named Malchus," he stated. Then, he pointed out that Jesus restored the ear to the officer. Thereafter, this religious leader said: "If you live by the sword, you will die by the sword." I want to thank everyone that sponsored this event. Lessons To Be Learned In my opinion, mutual respect is the key to stopping these violent confrontations between police officers and civilians. Therefore, everyone needs to respect one another. Additionally, politicians are going to have to wake up to the fact that big changes are going to have to be made to improve the interactions between police officers and the communities that they serve. Distrust, violence, and economics are some of the biggest reasons for these changes. For instance, some people used to say that they were scared of criminals harming their family members. But, if you go online now, you'll see that some people are posting messages that they're scared of some police officers harming their family members. Therefore, some people have reacted negatively to police officers across the country. And, violent protests have occurred in some cities. During some of these protests, some people have looted and then burned down several businesses. Thereafter, jobs and millions of dollars of economic activity were lost. Then, some crazed individuals have gone so far as to shoot and to kill police officers. As we pursue justice, we want all of our activities and our protests to be peaceful and respectful. Additionally, we want to push to make sure that police officers are held accountable if they violate the law, or if they brutalize or unjustly kill someone. JASA Activities - Caring For a Loved One At times, being a caregiver for a loved one can come with its challenges. In some instances, the care might involve spending a lot of time with them. Thereafter, some caregivers might feel overwhelmed by the amount of time that’s really needed to care for their loved one.

Broun Place Townhouse Association This week we have been in contact with Adam Tanaka, the Harvard graduate student who is collaborating to produce a short documentary about the history and significance of Co-op City. In the July 9th issue of the Co-op City Times, photos from the June 25th seminar and walk around were published. Adam’s interest in Co-op City is born from a relationship with a family who were pioneers. Raising awareness of the strengths of our limited equity co-operative model is Mr. Tanaka’s goal. If you are interested in being interviewed and have significant experience, photographs, videos, etc. from the 1960’s and 1970’s, contact adam.tanaka@gmail.com. And this week we met with Legal Department chairperson, Mr. Michael Munns, to learn more about the service animal provisions in Co-op City. Any cooperator presenting a doctor’s letter stipulating the information on the animal, service need and the animal’s training can be granted. More than one person in a household with disabilities? Each may have a service pet. Thus you see folks walking multiple dogs. Public Safety may only intervene when the animal is unleashed, shown to be aggressive, or not cleaned up behind. The other day, two youngsters let a Beagle pup run unleashed behind Broun Place. Intervention would have been righteous at that time. Remember, “If you see something, say something to Public Safety.” Why do folks dump fast-food garbage bags in gutters and on sidewalks? Can you not see the garbage cans on almost every corner? Of course it is bad everywhere but we do not have to accept it.

Please use the street receptacles. We encourage all eligible citizens to register to vote. You will be able to vote in all subsequent elections. Make your vote count. Riverbay Corporation’s Co-op City Times, features all the news of Co-op City, no bias, distortion or editorializing reflecting particular views. The Co-op City Times features events, viewpoints, cooperator’s news, topical and organizational reports and information as well as calendars and Board Resolutions. Support and read the Co-op City Times. Reiterating, no new cameras in Broun Place. There are four in place covering the pedestrian corridors. Neighbors, keep your eyes on the dumpster pads and report problems. Get on the “Do Not Call Registry” by phoning “1-888-382-1222”. Call from a phone that you want to register. This includes, cell or house phones, whichever you want to register. Congratulations to the granddaughter of former cooperator and long-time Riverbay employee, Mary Jaye on her proud high school graduation. We wish her great success in junior college. Annual reminder: Going on vacation? Let a trusted neighbor know to please pick-up newspapers and flyers at your door. That accumulation is messy and may say “no one is home” to a thief. Report road issues to #311 and Bronx Community Planning Board 10, located 3165 E.Tremont Avenue, Bronx, NY 10461; Phone: 718-892-1161, Email: bx10@cb.nyc.gov. Wishing good health and happy times to all. —Eva Lazaar

So, they might look to other family members or other individuals for assistance. But, that request for assistance might be met with resistance. Thereafter, conflicts might arise between everyone. A solution to this matter is to get help from the professionals at JASA. JASA has a special program named, ‘Bronx Social Adult Day Care.’ According to JASA, this program is “designed specifically for individuals [that are] age 60-plus who are frail and/or suffering from mild to moderate memory impairments.” Between 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., a vehicle will carry your loved one from their building to our Dreiser Mall. Thereafter, the daycare program will care for them from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. During these hours, your loved one will be engaged in “socialization and recreation activities and memory stimulation exercises.” Additionally, JASA will be providing a hot meal for them. This program accepts Medicaid and private payments. No Medicaid? No problem. JASA can assist your loved one with applying to the Medicaid program. Now, do you know someone that might be good for this program? If yes, then, please call JASA at 718-3202066. Lastly, please be aware that JASA can also help you to get a home attendant. So, please cut this article out and help your family, friends, and your neighbors get the assistance that they might need. Thank you. Close Please, let's always show respect to everyone. Thank you. Questions or comments? Please send a letter to: Daryl Johnson, Riverbay Board Director, c/o Riverbay Corporation, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475. Or, please send a message to me at darylhjohnson @optonline.net (There are absolutely no problems with this email address. So, please double-check the spelling of this address if your message bounces back to you.) Also, please call me at 718-671-4544 if you don't receive a response from your message. You can also join me on Facebook by typing in: Daryl H. Johnson. Okay, that’s it for now. So, please have a wonderful week. And, may God bless you and your family. Thank you.

Building 27 Association Greetings, neighbors. Summer is officially here, drink plenty of water during the hot days, stay safe and enjoy the beautiful flowers and scenery of nature that surrounds. CONGRATULATIONS – to our graduates and to those who received scholarship awards. May you all achieve and meet your goals in life. LAUNDRY ROOM CARTS - the carts are becoming scarce. Remember there are cameras everywhere, so please do not get caught removing the carts from the laundry room, wherein one can face a community complaint and a fine. GAME NIGHT- We will continue to have game nights via one’s request. SECTION 5 ASSOCIATION - is again planning a FUN DAY, Saturday,

Aug. 20th. Please get ready to join us with your talents, etc. Stay tuned, more information will be coming. We will certainly need volunteers. Time is of the essence, so please stay in tune with your bulletin boards in your buildings and the Co-op City Times newspaper. Happy birthday to all in the month of July. Please share with the Sunshine Committee, Ms. Lydia Rondon, by calling her at (718) 583-3040 if a neighbor in our building is ill, homebound, birthdays, bereavement. Ms. Rondon will respond on the behalf of the association. Let’s hope and pray for better things to come for this is our home, building and community. Please keep all leaders of the nations in prayer. –H. Overman

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Rivers Run Community Garden Last Saturday, Classie Parker and Greg Anderson of Just Food hosted a workshop on Home Canning. Classie, in her awesome and very entertaining way, led us through this healthy technique of preserving fresh fruits and vegetables. Both answered questions while keeping the workshop lively and engaging. Some attendees got to pack their own “take home cans” and everyone was treated to samples of Classie's grandmother’s delicious canned green tomato relish and pickled watermelon rind on gouda cheese and crackers. We couldn't get enough! Speaking of delicious, many thanks to Yazmine Hecker for the vegetable lasagna prepared with fresh picked Rivers Run vegetables and herbs. Those tasty tomatoes planted by PS 153 in that meal was award winning! We ended the day at the garden sitting back, inhaling calm, listening to the melodious voice of Latik Wilson as he led us through meditation. The birds were singing, river flowing, and we were at peace. What a wonderful experience. To schedule your volunteer hours for August, please email jam239@aol.com and rivers_run@yahoo.com. Important dates (All are welcome): • July 16th – Membership Meeting 1:00 p.m. • Every Saturday at 5:00 p.m. relax and meditate with Latik Wilson • Oct 29th – Trolley Day (details to follow) Rivers Run is open: • Tuesdays 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (or until dusk) • Wednesdays & Fridays – 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. • Saturdays & Sundays – 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. If you’d like to take advantage of the opportunities to get your hands dirty and make your heart happy,

(Above and below) Rivers Run Community Garden hosts a Canning Workshop with Justfood.org. The lesson was awesome and we were treated to lasagna made with garden goodies by member Yasmin Hecker. Delicious!!!!!

there is always something that needs doing. Membership requirements: $20 per year fee and 20 hours of work. There is a waiting list for beds. Members who are actively fulfilling the 20 hours of volunteer work requirement are moved up on the waiting list. Volunteers are welcome. Garden members are encouraged to take workshops sponsored by GreenThumb and The Botanical Garden as well as working in other gardens. Knowledge is power and participation in some of the workshops qualifies Rivers Run to receive FREE stuff, like fruit trees, plants, seeds, dirt, compost, mulch and tools. If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917232-2982 or me at 718-671-3801. —Annice Bailey and Gail Sharbaan

Building 23 with Director/VP of Association Leah Graham, enjoyed their paint party work of art with facilitator Valerie Gunn. If you are interested in a paint party for your Building contact Bldg 13

Church of the New Vision Pastor Kenneth Hodge and the congregation of the Church of the New Vision extend a warm and friendly invitation to everyone to worship with us every Sunday at 8:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. We are a church where inspirational messages from the Word of God, the Bible, are delivered every Sunday morning. The church is designed to meet the spiritual needs of our community by offering anointed singing and preaching, and a general atmosphere of Christian love

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and friendly hospitality. We also invite the youth of our community to attend our Sunday Morning services, which are designed to meet the special needs of our young people. Parents, please send your children to learn of the Lord Jesus. Prayer Service takes place every Wednesday evening from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by Bible Teaching from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Be with us to learn the truth from the Word of God.

List of Events Church of the New Vision is located at 115 Einstein Loop, Bronx, NY 10475; Telephone #: (718) 6718746 or (203) 374-3020. Our mailing address is: Church of the New Vision, P.O. Box 753037, Bronx, NY 10475. Please visit our website at www.churchofnew vision.com. —Carole Haque

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

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Felicia Aboagye Empowerment Services Felicia Aboagye Empowerment Services, Inc. is a non-profit organization designed to help the sick, poor and needy in the community, as well as people in Africa. Reverend Marting Okwaning is Registered Nurse and a graduate from Union Theological Seminary at Columbia University. He is inviting everyone who is sick of any disease such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, etc., to come for Bible Study, health education and/or praises and worship every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m.- 10:00 p.m. Snacks will be served. The address is 177 Dreiser Loop, room 8, Bronx, New York 10475 at Co-op City. Anybody who wants to donate used cars, shoes, computers, clothes or anything else, should kindly call Reverend Okwaning at (347) 784-7516 or Hilda Marful-Okwaning at (718) 795- 3128. Ms. Lucy Willens is our Prayer Leader and she will lead prayers for those who need prayer and support This year, Ms. Hilda MarfulOkwaning, a Health Educator, Trained Teacher, and Registered Professional Nurse, will talk about health education

disease prevention and holistic health. She will also talk about cancers, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, infection control, nutrition and mental health. She will answer any questions or concerns you have. In addition, Reverend Victoria OtumfourNeequaye, a visiting Pastor from Ghana, will also talk about the importance of marriage and how to make God our Lord and Saviour. 'Whatever God has begun in your life, he is faithful to finish' Philippians 1:6. There's no storm that God won't carry you through. No bridge that God won't help you cross. No battle that God won't help you win. No heartache that God won't help let go of. He is so much bigger than anything you will face today. Leave everything in his hands and embrace this day confidently knowing that he will take care of you. For more information, go to Faesi.org. Kindly make your donation via Chase Quickpay to yawokwaning@yahoo.com or send checks/ money orders to Empowerment Services, Inc., PO Box 573, Bronx, NY 10475. —Felicia Aboagye

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Defensive Driving - September The Black Forum defensive driving course will return in September. Lower your liability insurance cost by 10% and remove up to 4 points from your driver’s license. Please make your check in the amount of $35, payable to “the Black Forum of Co-op City,” and mail to P.O. Box 563, Bronx, N.Y. 10475 at least 1½ weeks before the class, or you can walk in on the day of the class but you must have $35 in cash to pay for the course. Golden Corral & Harrah’s On Saturday, September 24, we will be going to the Golden Corral Buffet and Grill, and then off to Harrah’s Casino in PA. Cost: $70. Payment plan available; $40 due July 29 and $30 due Aug. 31. Casino rebate: $20 slot play. For more information, please call 718320-0033 or 917-209-5334. Aerobics and Zumba It’s time to get in shape, get healthy and feel healthy. Body by Andrea’s aerobics classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays, and Zumba on Thursday. Classes are in the Dreiser Aud., 7:30 p.m. To register, please call (718) 3208035. Nominal fee for each class. Lyons Mane Track Club Lyons Mane Track Club is now indoors in the Dreiser Auditorium. Register now by calling (718) 3208035. Youth ages 8-18. Practice on Mondays & Wednesdays. Sound Off, Co-op City, coming in September We will be starting Sound Off, Co-op City, for all cooperators to express themselves on the issues facing our community. Meetings will be held once or twice a month. More to follow. If interested, please call (718) 320-8035.

Volunteers needed We need male and female volunteers, 2 hours a day, preferably Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 a.m. 12:45 p.m., flexibly. Especially need men who live in close proximity. Food distribution sites On Thursdays, residents of Buildings 27, 28, 29, 32 and 33 must pick up food at the New Vision Church, 115 Einstein Loop, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Likewise, residents of Building 26, 30, 31, 34 and 35 must go to the Evangelical Church, 2350 Palmer Avenue, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. on Thursdays to pick up food. For information, please call (718) 320-8035. Emergency Food Program We are open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m., Room 20 in the Dreiser Center. Also, due to budget constraints and shortage of available food, you must live within zip code 10475 to participate in this program. You must also have your card with you and bring two clean plastic shopping bags. Please also have your current photo ID, such as a non- or driver’s license or any photo ID card with proof of address. You will then be issued a card in order to pick up food in the future. We Need You - Join Us Today Membership is $5 per year/person. Call (718) 320-8035 or write to Black Forum, P.O. Box 563, Bronx, NY 10475; email: coopcityblackforum @gmail.com or tonyshome10475@ gmail.com. Help us keep independent community organizations alive in Co-op City. Everyone is encouraged to join. Call or visit us, Room 20 in the Dreiser Community Center. —Tony Illis

The Coalition of African-American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City,Inc. thank all of its members and friends. Wishing everyone a safe and healthy summer. Our next general membership meeting will be on Tuesday September 6, at noon, 177 Dreiser Community Center, Room 15.Two representatives should be sent from each organization to attend all coalition meetings. We will be in recess July and August. Please inform the coalition of any suggestions that you may have. Ms. Virginia Stewart is the President of the Coalition. Phone number (718) 671-4506. The Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicating to maintaining and improving the quality of life of cooperators while providing educational and culturally enriching programs for the community. We also act as one voice for all coalition members where there are issues of common concern and Human Rights. We also sponsor Friends & Family Day Celebrations,and Kwanzaa free for the community. Members of the Coalition include the following: African-American Association; Co-op City Baptist Church; Retirees of Dreiser Loop; Harriet Tubman Independent Democratic Club; NAACP, Co-op City Branch; St. Family Owned and Operated Joseph’s Episcopal Church and Zodiacs Track Club. • Large Chapel • Pre-need counseling Please support our efforts by sending us a tax on premises deductible contribution made payable to Coalition • Out of town services of African-American Churches and Community • Ample Parking on premises Organization of Co-op City, Inc., P.O. Box 619, Bronx, A dignified funeral every family can afford. • Cremations NY 10475.Churches and Organizations that desire to • Casket Showroom All areas are handicapped accessible join the Coalition may apply for membership by either on premises writing or calling (718) 671-4506 or (718) 671-5957 Personalized & Professional Care • 50 Years Serving Our Community for a membership application, which should be returned with a letter on your Church/Organization’s Worldwide Shipping including Caribbean, Africa & South America letterhead and signed by the Minister/President. Read Coalition’s weekly column for information about events and issues. Remember the Coalition’s Motto is, “Coming Together is the Beginning, Keeping together is Progress and Working Together is Success.” — Harman T. Leacock

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Velocity Track Club New York continues their outstanding season on Saturday, July 9th at the 27th Annual Johnson & Johnson Honor Meet. We traveled to Somerville High School in Somerville NJ to take advantage of this free meet. There are only two free meets that I know of: The Colgate Women’s Games and Johnson & Johnson Honor Meet. Most track & field meets cost each athlete an average of $18 to participate in 3 events ($6 per event). During outdoor season, most teams like us, goes to at least 3 meets per month, which cost us approximately $54 per child to compete each month. Therefore, we like to say thank you to the Colgate-Palmolive Company and Johnson & Johnson for giving back to the community with the free meets. At the 27th Annual Johnson & Johnson Honor Meet, trophies were giving to the top 3 athletes in their event, division / gender. Medals were giving to the top 3 relay teams. I’m pleased to note that we were blessed with 8 trophies and 4 medals! The following athletes earned

awards: In the 9 & 10 girls division, Saniah Caldwell, Kimaris Hickman, Adonijah Washington and Dakota Hickman took 1st place in 4 x 100 meter relay and earned gold medals. Dakota also took 3rd place in the 100 & 200 meter dash and earned 2 trophies. Her sister, Kimaris took 2nd in the 400 meter dash and also received a trophy. Dontae Lindo took 3rd place in the boys 11 & 12 age division 800 meters & 1500 meters race and he earned 2 trophies. In the girls 15 and 16 age division, Nariah Mathis took 1st place in the 100 meter dash and 3rd place in the 200 meter dash, for 2 trophies. In the same division, Velocity’s athletes sporting awards at the 27th Annual Johnson & Johnson Jaelah Eargle took 3rd place in the long Honor Meet. jump and earned a trophy. Pierce Parker, Anyone interested in joining Velocity Track Club who is in the 8 & under division, didn’t win a trophy. New York. We are having orientation on Thursday, But I must mention him, because I move him up to the August 11th in the Bartow Community Center room 28 boys 9 & 10 age division. There were no events longer at 7:00 p.m. Parent or Guardian must attend orientation than 200 meters for 8 & under athletes. Pierce is a for child to try out for team. The child does not have to national champion and All American in the 1500 meters & 800 meters race. After a conversation with Pierce and be at the orientation. First day of practice will be August his parents, we all agree to move him up to the 9 & 10 15th. age division to give him an opportunity to run his events Velocity Track Club New York is a 501C3 Non for and he performs well, taking 6th place in the 800 meters profit. 100% of your donation will go to help our chilrace. Great job to all athletes, job well done! dren. For additional information, you can go to our web We will close our out season at the 2016 AAU site Velocitytrack.org or contact me, Coach Winston Dinkins at 914-441-6196 or via email at watclt@ National Club Championships at ESPN Wide World of aol.com. Sports - Kissimmee, FL from July 12th – July 18th. The —Winston Dinkins children will have an opportunity to visit Disney after their events. If You See Something, SAY SOMETHING!!! Co-op City Public Safety 718-671-3050

Newsong Church Hey Co-op City! I want to take a moment to reflect on what has happened in our country over the past week or so. The senseless murders that have taken place in Louisiana, Minnesota, & Dallas have left people outraged sickened and afraid. It's during these times that we're left with more questions than answers. However, there is one thing that I know for sure...All injustice breaks the heart of God. We see this demonstrated in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ. Jesus overlooked his city and His heart was broken over the spiritual condition that people were in. Jesus wept at the injustices that were taking place in His city. May I suggest that God still weeps at the injustices in our city and our nation? God weeps over hate, God weeps over evil, God weeps over racism, God weeps over sin. You may ask why does God weep? God weeps because you and I are made in His likeness and His image. He knew you before you were formed in your mother's womb, and He has a purpose and a plan for your life! Black lives matter to God! Blue lives matter to God! Unborn lives matter to God! Gay lives matter to God! Republican lives matter to God! Democrat lives matter to God! To do INJUSTICE to another human being, to harm another person, to DEVALUE them because of their ethnicity, because of their social-economic status or because of their sexual orientation is WRONG! To devalue another human being is to devalue God Himself! As followers of Jesus we should stand for what is right! We should stand for justice, but we have to do it Jesus' way! We cannot overcome evil by doing

evil. We cannot overcome hate by hating others. We cannot overcome injustice with injustice. Jesus is always our perfect example! He won His battles through prayer and always with truth and love. Jesus was not afraid to do what was right! He crossed racial boundaries when he spoke to a Samaritan woman and told her that she can worship God too! He crossed social and cultural boundaries by uplifting the status of woman and treating them as people instead of commodities. Jesus taught us to "love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." The Apostle Paul echoed those words in his letter to the Roman church when he said "Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn...Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God's wrath..." Friends one day God will repay every injustice that has ever happened! One day instead of our daily lives being interrupted with another horrible injustice that has taken place, we will be interrupted by the sound of a trumpet as Jesus comes back for His church! Until then be encouraged to stand up for what is right in ALL things! Call out injustice when you see it but do it Jesus' way and not the world’s way! When the world is without answers it sheds blood, but Jesus shed His blood as the ONLY answer! Trust in Jesus today! We hope that you will join us this Sunday, as we continue our "I love my church" series! Our worship experience starts at 11 a.m. and is located at 177 Dreiser Loop in Auditorium B. God Bless you! —Pastor Mike

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National Council of Negro Women, Inc. I’d like to share with you a message from Ingrid Saunders Jones, National Chair and Janice L. Mathis, Esq., National Executive Director of National Council of Negro Women, Inc. entitled “Stop the Violence – Save our Nation”. “Mere words are inadequate to express the sorrow and the horror we feel over the tragedies of the past several days in Dallas, Minnesota and Baton Rouge. Black lives and all lives matter. The reckless and irrational taking of police lives is inexcusable, but there is a growing sense of rage in America. Repeated

instances of excessive use of police force, together with economic deprivation are fueling rage. At the opposite end of the political spectrum, fear of loss of economic and political control results in insecurity and rage. What we know is that violence begets nothing but violence, and something must be done to stop it. It has often been said that a house divided against itself cannot stand. The United States is at a crossroads. Will we refuse to deal with the strong undercurrent of racial enmity that threatens to engulf us all, or will we work together to achieve a more perfect union? We call

on faith leaders to counsel kindness and lead us in a dialogue aimed at truth and mutual understanding. We call on law enforcement leaders to intensify a national dialogue with community leaders aimed at finding real solutions. We call on political leaders to exercise discipline and encourage restraint. Understanding and compassion are needed now, more than at any time since the 1960’s if the nation is to avoid more senseless bloodshed.” What can we all, individually and collectively, do to stop the violence? —Joyce Howard

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church The congregation of St. Joseph’s cordially invites you and your family to worship in Co-op City at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level. All are welcome. Weekly Schedule: Sunday service with Holy Communion and Sunday School are both at 9 a.m. Every 4th Sunday, our children participate in the reading of the lessons and every 5th Sunday, our young adults assist in the service. Choir rehearsal is back on Thursdays at 7 p.m. The (ECW) Episcopal Church Women meet immediately after service on the 1st Sunday of each month. Membership is open to all women of the church and dues are $2 per month. The men hold their meeting after service on the 2nd Sunday of each month.

We look forward to welcoming everyone to service at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 17, when we will celebrate the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost. Our Supply Priest, Father Simeon Johnson, will be the preacher and celebrant. Summer Break: Our Sunday School is on summer break until the end of August. Calendar of Events: Please note: • The Annual Cake Sale will take place at the church TODAY, Saturday, July 16, starting at noon. Please come out and support this event. • Saturday, September 10, Gospel show in the Poconos featuring Body of Christ Choir led by Pastor Griffin. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet (lobster, chick-

en, beef, etc.) and outlet shopping at the Crossings with discount booklets. Donation: $150. If you are on the payment plan, your balance of $50 will be due by August 7. If not, your full payment will be required. Bus leaves Dreiser Loop at 8:00 a.m. Outreach Program: We continue to collect non-perishable food for the feeding program at Grace Episcopal Church in West Farms. Please remember to donate. For additional information on all of the above, please call the church at 718-320-0844. Or visit our website: http://www.stjosephsepcbronx.org. “He does not give his money in hope of gain, nor does he take a bribe against the innocent.” (Psalm 15:6) —M. Chambers

Baptist Church Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us tomorrow at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for worship service. We invite you to worship, study, and pray with us. The Co-op City Baptist Church is located at 135 Einstein Loop, room 50. Our telephone number is 718-320-3774. Sunday School, mid-week service, all Bible study classes and all prayer services are suspended for the summer. The Building Fund Ministry is sponsoring a Gospel Explosion featuring the Ecstatistics, The Co-op City Baptist Church Choir and other entertainment on Saturday, October 8 (3 to 6 p.m.) at 177 Dreiser Loop, Auditorium B. Donation: adults, $50; children $25, ages 6-17. Dinner is also included. For tickets or additional information, please call the church at 718-320-3774. Co-op City Intergenerational Outreach Center is pleased to announce that their Second Community Awards

Ceremony will be held on Friday, October 21, at the Eastwood Manor. The distinguished honorees are Colville Ivor Bascom, President of the North Bronx Youth Sports Association, Inc.; Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens, Pastor of Community Protestant Church; Milagrina Nazar, Educator, Co-op City NAACP Daycare Center (now closed); Dr. Anderson Torres, CEO of R.A.I.N., Inc. and a representative from the legal field. Tickets are $75. Save the date! On March 2-20, 2018 the church will be going to the Holy Land Pilgrimage (Israel). Worship sailing on the Sea of Galilee; be baptized in the Jordan River; share in communion in the Garden Tomb. All where Jesus walked. A Meet and Greet will be held today, July 9 at 1:00 p.m. at the church. A representative from the travel agency will be available. The Co-op City Baptist Church exists to glorify God and to establish a living community of people who follow

the teachings of Jesus the Christ through worship, prayer, Bible study and fellowship. We seek to meet the

spiritual and physical needs of the church through ministry. —Hattie L. Lucas

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Community Protestant Church On Behalf of our Pastor, the Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, and our church family, welcome to Community Protestant Church, a church of love and understanding, located at 1659 East Gun Hill Road, Bronx, NY 10469; telephone (718) 862-9172. SUMMER CHURCH SCHEDULE (DRESS-DOWN ATTIRE JULY 3 – SEPTEMBER 4) Adult Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Worship Service - 10:00 a.m. Communion Service - Every First and Third Sundays Prayer Meeting and Bible Study – Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. The following programs are at the Church’s Annex: 2053 Asch Loop North (Co-op City) Morning Prayer Services - Tuesday, 6 a.m. – 8 a.m., and 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Neighborhood Bible Study Thursday at 10:00 a.m.

Extension of Prayer and Worship Service – Every First Second and Third Fridays at 7:00 p.m. WORSHIP SERVICE BEGINS at 10:00 a.m. (Summer Hours). Everyone is invited to come and be a part of this special moment set aside each Sunday morning to be in the presence of God. We will be delighted to blend our spirits with yours as we bend both body and soul before our Heavenly Father. We encourage you to spend time with God, and if it be His will, with us at Community Protestant. OTHER SCHEDULED EVENTS: Sunday, July 24th, 10 a.m. FAMILY AND FRIENDS DAY SERVICE at Community Protestant Church. All are welcome. Saturday, October 8 – The Sepia Players Ministry presents the play “EVERYBODY TALKING ‘BOUT HEAVEN AIN’T GOING THERE,”

Church of God’s Children Pastors Nancy & Angelo Rosario and the congregation invite you to worship and to learn God’s Word for a new you in your life. Make today the decision for Christ and let it be the first day of your new life. You may visit us and we hope you’ll stay, however, please visit and become a member at any of the many houses of worship in the Co-op City community that are teaching God’s Word. The sheep know their Pastor’s voice. We are located at 127 Dreiser Loop (to the right of the Montefiore Health Clinic), 718-790-9120. You can call the office and leave your prayer request for our prayer group that meets every Monday & Wednesday. Schedule: Monday study/prayer: 9:30-11:30 a.m. with Min. Steve. Wed. Prayer 7-8:30 p.m. with Rev. Medina-Reyes. Sunday, 7/17 – Youth Sunday 1:15 pm. (Matthew 5:30 NIV-“And if your right hand causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell.) – Strict Discipline: Jesus did not say that everyone must cut off their right hand, but that “if your right hand causes you to sin” in your walk with Him, then it is better to “cut it off.” There are many things that are perfectly legitimate, but if you are going

to concentrate on God you cannot do them. Your right hand is one of the best things you have, but Jesus says that if it Hinders you in following His precepts, then “cut it off.” The principle taught here is the strictest discipline or lesson that ever hit humankind. When God changes you through regeneration, giving you new life through spiritual rebirth, your life initially has the characteristic of being maimed. There are things that you dare not do—things that would be sin for you, and would be recognized as sin by those who really know you. But the unspiritual people around you will say, “What’s so wrong with doing that” How absurd you are!” There has never yet been a saint who has not lived a maimed life initially. Yet it is better to enter into life maimed but lovely in God’s sight than to appear lovely to man’s eyes but lame to God’s. At first, Jesus Christ through His spirit has to restrain you from doing a great many things that may be perfectly right for everyone else but not right for you. Yet, see that you don’t use your restrictions to criticize someone else. The Christian life has a maimed life initially, but in verse 48 Jesus gave us the picture of a perfectly well rounded life— “You shall be perfect, just as your Father in heaven is perfect.” Amen. Be Blessed. —Bishop Nancy Rosario

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written by James Plummer, at the Church. Donation: $20. For tickets and/or additional information call (718) 513-3308, (718) 671-5961, (718) 6718691 or the Church at (718) 862-9172. PASTORAL ANNIVERSARY GALA “50 Years of Preaching and 40 Years of Faithful and Spiritual Pastoral Leadership.” In observance of his 40th Pastoral Anniversary, Community Protestant Church most cordially invites the community to join us at a Celebratory Banquet in honor of our Pastor, The Reverend Dr. Calvin E. Owens, on Saturday, October 15, 2016, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. at Marina Del Rey,

Bronx, NY. Donation: $150/adults; $50/children (under 15 years of age). For tickets and/or additional information, please call the Church at (718) 862-9172. SAVE THE DATE: September 12– 15, 2017 – The Missionary Ministry sponsors a trip to THE HOLY LAND EXPERIENCE IN ORLANDO, FL. (More information to come.) The doors of Community Protestant Church are open to all to worship and fellowship with Christian believers of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. You are cordially invited to come in, join in and receive your blessing. —Evan G. Mitchell

Greater Love Baptist Church “For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 Spiritual Food For Thought: Many of you have allowed fear to creep in and overtake you. You must quiet your fears and come to Jesus for assurance that He is your protector. When you do not know what to do, ask, and the Holy Spirit will assuredly impart wisdom and guidance. He will lead you in the way you should go. Be calm and trust Jesus to do what he has promised. Pastors Boyce and Carol Landrum and the Greater Love family welcome you to fellowship with us on Sunday mornings at 11:30 a.m. Greater Love is a teaching, preaching, tithing faith & Bible way ministry. We are conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg 2A), on the ground level, Bronx, N.Y., 10475; main entrance- red button. Free Parking is available in Garage #1 on Darrow Place – parking passes will be validated at the church. Greater Love extends a note of thanks to our neighbors that attended our 2nd annual Community Outreach BBQ last Saturday afternoon and our Friends & Family Day on Sunday. We appreciate your kind support and look forward to a continuous fellowship with you and your family. We encourage you to join us for Sunday morning worship at 11:30 a.m. Sunday School: A reminder that Sunday School for children (ages 7+) is held outdoors adjacent to the Church and kiddie park each Sunday morning at 10:15 a.m. Sunday School for adults is held inside the church. A continental

breakfast is provided for the children after Sunday School. Worship Service follows. Also, we are beginning a Mime Workshop for ages 5-25, under the direction of Elder Crystal Jones. Please call the church for more information. Five Loaves & Two Fish Food Pantry: Our monthly pantry will be open on Saturday, July 23rd from 10 a.m. to noon. If you would like to contribute donations of non-perishable items, frozen goods or toiletries, kindly call the church and leave a message or just stop in. There is a great and urgent need for assistance right here in our community; why not help to be a blessing to our neighbors? Tuesday Evening Bible Study: Will be in recess beginning July 26th. Class resumes on Tuesday, Sept. 13th at 7 p.m. Weekly Schedule: Church phone: 347-920-5607 Email: glcubc@optonline.net Sunday Morning Prayer & Meditation: 9:30 a.m. Sunday Bible School 10 a.m. (all ages) Sunday Morning Worship: 11:30 a.m. Holy Communion – First Sunday Adult Bible Study/Discipleship Class: Tuesday Evenings: 7:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting: Wednesday afternoon, 1 p.m. Deacon Training: Alternate Thursday Evenings at 7 p.m. Food Pantry: 4th Saturday, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Mosaic Women’s Ministry: Meets on the 2nd Saturday (new schedule) Family Movie/Game Nite: 3rd Friday – 7 p.m. —Pastor Carol

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

Bartow

Einstein

Dreiser

Activities in Room 31 unless otherwise noted

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

Activities in Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Mon., July 18

Word Games 9:30-11am Library 9:30am-1pm

Rm. 45

Weight Management 10:00-11:30, Main Office

Around The Lunch Table 11:30am Word Search 11am -

Arthritis Exercises

12pm

11am-noon

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

Bingo 12:30-2pm

Diabetes Support Group 2nd Monday -

Card Games 2-4pm Dominoes 2:30 pm

1:00pm

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

Crochet & Knitting 10 a.m.12 p.m. Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m. Stay Well Exercise – Vacation Until Sept 12 Adult Coloring Book 11:00 a.m., Rm. 4 Mind Teasers 12-1pm , Rm. 4 Diabetes Support Group 1 pm – Last Monday of the month Bereavement Counseling Rm. 13, 1 p.m. Gentle Yoga 1:15-2pm, Rm 2 Basic Cell Phone & iPad training 12:30-1:30pm, Rm. 7 Intermediate Yoga 2-3pm

Date:

Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Mon., July 18

Orange Pineapple juice, Beef Hamburger, Mauzone potato knish, Mixed green salad, Plain hamburger bun, Whole wheat bread, Canned pears or Baked turkey breast

Meat sauce, Ravioli, blend

Tues, July 19

Apple juice, Shake & bake chicken, Mashed sweet potatoes, Coleslaw, Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit or Tuna fish salad

Sliced deli turkey, Garlic mashed potatoes, Sautéed spinach

Wed., July 20

Orange juice, Tilapia Francaise, Cuban style yellow rice, Kale w/garlic sauce, Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit or Veggie burger patty

Curried chicken, Baked brown rice pilaf, Cabbage w/shredded carrots

Thurs., July 21

Apple Juice, Salisbury steak w/mushroom, gravy, Fusilli pasta w parsley, Steamed peas & carrots, Whole wheat bread, Fresh fruit or Chicken salad

Pork meatballs, Penne pasta w/garlic sauce, California blend vegetables

Fri., July 22

Orange Juice, Baked chicken legs, Cous cous, Green beans, Challah Bread, Applesauce unsweetened or Gefilte fish

Spanish style fish, Romaine, Kale, pepper, black olives & Feta salad, Yuca w/onions

Dominoes 10 a.m.

Tues., July 19

Word Games Tai Chi 11 a.m., Rm. 45

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session

Bingo 12:30-2 p.m. Walking Club

Matinee Movie

Alert & Alive

10:30-11:30 a.m.

10 a.m.-noon, Rm. 45

Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m. 1st & 3rd

Vacation until Sept 13th Cultural Dance 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., Aud. B

Karaoke by Stephen

Mind Teasers

1 p.m. - 2 p.m., Rm. 45

12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Zumba 1-2 p.m., Aud. A

NEW Green Life Trail Fitness instruction

Afternoon Movies

9:30-11:30 a.m.

Tues.

Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m.

9:30-10:30 a.m.

1-3 p.m. w/popcorn

1 p.m. - 2 p.m.

Wed., July 20

Blood Pressure 1st & 3rd Wed., Rm. 31, 9-10 a.m. Word Games 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Dominoes 10 a.m., Rm. 45

Stay Well Exercise 10-11 a.m.

Spanish Practice Class

Line Dancing 11 a.m. -12

10:30 a.m., Computer Lab

Starting April 6, 9:30 a.m. (Meet in Rm. 40)

Library, Exercise Bike, Chat Session 9:30-10:30 a.m. Sewing 9:30 -11:30 a.m. Tai Chi Vacation until Sept 7th Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 African Brazilian Dance w/Leona Hull, Room 2, 1 p.m. Art Class 1-3 p.m. Yoga 2pm-3pm, Rm. 2

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45 Stay Well Exercise

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

10am, Rm. 45

Blood Pressure 10 -11:30

11:30am

Grandparent Connection 1st & 3rd

Line Dancing 10-11

Chat Session 9:30am-

Rm 35 10:30

Arthritis Exercise

Piano Sing Along 11

1pm

11am, Rm. 45

Mind Teasers 12-1 p.m.,

Spelling Bee 11am Word search 11am-

Drama Club Vacation

12pm

until Sept 8th

p.m.

Bingo 12:30 - 2:00 p.m. Card Games 2-4 p.m. Dominoes 2:30 p.m. Smartphone Class Beginner – 12:30 – 1:30pm Intermediate – 1:30 – 2:30pm, Bartow Main office

Library 9am-1pm

Thurs., July 21

Spelling Bee 10 a.m.

Word Games 9:30am-

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

Zumba 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 45

NEW Walk Group

a.m. a.m. 1st & 3rd Thurs., Rm. 8 a.m., Aud. A a.m.-12 p.m. Rm. 4

Karaoke by Steven

NEW Purple Life Trail Fitness Instruction 1-2

1:00pm, Rm. 45

p.m.

Crochet & Knitting Men’s Line Dancing

Dominoes 10am, Rm. 45

10am-12:00pm

Art 10am, Rm. 45

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

Bingo 1pm – 2pm

a.m.; 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

9-10am

Fri., July 22

Word Games 9:30am-11:30am

Women’s Line Dancing 10-11:30am

Meditative Moments

Chat Session 10am Bingo

Card Games 2-4pm

Vacation until Sept. 9th

12:30-2:30pm, Rm. 25

Pokeno 2-4pm, Rm. 35

Mind Teasers 12pm-1:00pm, Rm. 4

Piano Sing-along 11am-12pm

Card Games 2-4pm Dominoes 2:30pm

Blood Pressure 2nd & 4th Friday 10:00 - 11:30am,

Bingo 1-3 p.m., Rm. 7

Rm. 45

Card Games, Dominoes 2-4 p.m.

(Schedule subject to change without notice)

Fee for lunch is $2.00 & $5.00 for guest

ALL meals served w/margarine and fresh milk *Menu subject to change without notice. Alternate Kosher Meals are also available

Bartow Center (718) 320-2066, Ext. 2010 Dreiser Center (718) 320-1345 • Einstein Center (718) 671-5161

For information, please call: (718) 320-2066 New Payment Schedule - Payments for trips @ the Bartow office can be made Monday – Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Only) Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, The NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation.

Non-Kosher

Kosher

Upcoming Events/Trips JASA WELCOMES EVERYONE AGE 60 AND OLDER! Trip registration policy: There will be no refunds for all trips. All trips include roundtrip transportation! All trips must be paid in advance – No Exceptions! Payments for trips can be made at all 3 centers. You can register for all trips starting the Monday after it has been published in the newspaper: JASA will not accept checks under $5. (FREE) LiveOn NY - SCRIE Application Assistance/SNAP (Food Stamps) – Friday July 22nd – Aug 12th & 26th, Sept 9th & 23rd -10 a.m. – 3 p.m. First come, first served! JASA Main Office 2049 Bartow Ave. (FREE) Circle of Care - Free Services for Caregivers. JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave., 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Friday- Aug 12th. 135 Einstein Loop, Rm 40: 1-3 p.m., Tuesday, July 19th & Aug. 23rd. NY Common Pantry is partnering w/JASA NORC to do a six month long Live Healthy! Workshop. The workshop will focus on learning the difference between healthy & un-healthy choices. How to read nutrition labels and small steps you can take to create a lasting healthy lifestyle. 135 Einstein Loop, room 49, Aug 8th, Sept 12th, Oct 10th, Nov 14th, Dec 12th. 177 Dreiser Loop, room 7, July 25th, Aug 29th, Sept 26th, Oct 31st, Nov 28th, Dec 19th tentative. Call 718-320-2066 to sign up. Please sign up for one location only. FREE - Senior Splash - Tuesdays July 26th, August 2nd, 9th, 23rd & 30th, Highbridge Pool, Amsterdam Avenue & West 173rd Street, 9:00 to 10:45 a.m. Senior Splash offers water exercise classes for seniors, taught by qualified water safety instructors. Additional activities include swim instruction, lap swimming & water ballet. Pickups: Bartow, 7:45, Einstein, 8:00 & Dreiser, 8:15 a.m. Dreiser Senior Center Back to School Supply Drive until August 22 – Drop off donations @177 Dreiser Loop, Rm 7, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Pencils, notebooks,

sharpeners, binders, lined writing paper, erasers, crayons, hand sanitizer, tissues, calculators, construction paper, pocket folders, staplers etc. Supplies will be donated to our local schools. Aldi – Tuesday, July 19th. $2. Bartow 9:30; Einstein – 9:45 & Dreiser – 10 a.m. - Wait list Sea Food City, City Island – Wednesday, July 20th. $3. Bartow-11:15, Einstein-11:30 & Dreiser 11:45 a.m. JASA at Night - July 21, August 4, & August 12, 7:00 p.m. - A summer evening series for adults age 60 or older, at various JASA locations throughout Co-op City. Specific dates will be confirmed shortly. Night I - The history of Co-op City at JASA Main Office, 2049 Bartow Ave. Night II. Game Night - 135 Einstein Loop, Rm 40. Night III. Headlines and Happenings - 177 Dreiser Loop, Rm. 7. To register, email rwestall@jasa.org or call 718 671 2090 ext 2139. Empire Casino – Friday July 22nd. $5. Bartow - 9:30- Einstein - 9:45 & Dreiser - 10 a.m. Wait list. Central Avenue – Monday, July 25th, $13. Bartow - 9:30- Einstein 9:45 & Dreiser - 10:00 a.m. Rockettes @ Radio City Music Hall - Wednesday July 27th - $50. Coach bus. Show starts 11:00. Pickup time Change: Dreiser: 8:30 – Bartow – 8:45 & Einstein – 9:00 a.m. (FREE) – Orchard Beach – Monday, August 1st. Box lunch will be provided. Bring your chairs, bathing suits and relax. 2 ½ hours. Bartow – 10, Einstein – 10:15 & Dreiser – 10:30 a.m. Wal-mart - Wednesday August 3rd $15. Bartow – 8:30, Einstein – 8:45 & Dreiser – 9:00 a.m. Attention Line Dancers: We’re doing an ELECTRIC SLIDE FLASH MOB! WE NEED YOU! – Help us in making this the biggest FLASH MOB in Co-op City history at National Night Out, Tuesday, August 2, 5 p.m. Section 4 Greenway. Instructor: Voncile Mallory. Practice dates: Sat July 16th & 30th @ 10 a.m.

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

Scheduling Activities Calendar

AARP Chapter #4997 Have you learned to use that new iPad, smart phone, tablet or Kindle? No!? Then you need to sign up to attend the Peachtree Chapter #4997 and Caregivers Outreach Ministry Empowerment, Inc. sponsored Intergenerational Summer Program – One-on-One Basic Computer/Device Sessions (FREE). Space available through August 17, 9-10 a.m., 10-11 a.m., 11-12 p.m., 1-2 p.m. & 2-3 p.m. in Dreiser Center; 177 Dreiser Loop – room O. Please R.S.V.P. - 718-3201946 NOW! NOTE: Please contact our Good & Welfare Coordinator about any of our members we have not heard from or seen in a few months. We miss you/them and would like to know “how you doin’” – please know that you are in our prayers. Frances Wilson – 718-671-5493. 2016 Tour Activities November 15, 2016 (Tuesday): Ace in the Hole @ the Royal Manor: A Tribute to the Temptations, with a family-style luncheon and shopping. Cost: $96. Contact Judith – 718-379-3370. 2017 Tour Activities March 17 – 24, 2017: 7-night Cruise to Cuba. Fly to Montego Bay, Jamaica; board Celestyal Cruise Ship to Santiago de Cuba; Havana, Mariola Gorde, Cienfuigo. Roundtrip airfare, tours, food, drinks, taxes and port fees all included — double occupancy —Inside $3,249; outside - $3,649; balcony - $3,989. Contact Judith – 718-379-3370. —Delores Debnam

Einstein Cancer Fund

Retirees of Dreiser Loop TRAVEL EVENTS: Coach Bus, Dreiser Loop, opposite H&R Block. August 6th (Sat.). SENIOR DAY PICNIC at Holiday Hill, Ct. Price: $75. Wait list only. A day filled with fun, disc jockey with music for dancing and games, Bingo with prizes awarded, and endless food and treats. Contacts: Serita G. 347564-5722/Barbara W. 718 3200500. •August 15-17, 2016 (Mon-Wed). DOVER DOWNS HOTEL & CASINO, Dover, DE. Price: Double $400 pp/ Single $490. $150 pp/Double - $195/Single. Casino rebate TBD. Package includes deluxe motor coach transportation, all you can eat crabs at Woodys Crab House, shopping at Rehoboth Outlet Stores; on day of return, stopping at the Harrington Raceway & Casino, with bonus: free slot play and free buffet. Contacts: Serita G. 347 564-5722/Barbara W, 718 320-0500. THEATRE COMMITTEE: price includes transportation: (TBD) **Anyone interested in going to the theatre to see the following: Rockettes, Radio City – Showtime 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 27th. Price $50. Meet/depart: 9 am, Dreiser

Loop opposite Rehab Center. CATS, a musical, on Broadway. Showtime – 2 p.m. September 21st. Price $112. Go to clubroom 19 ASAP to leave deposit/payment or contact Lois Scott, 718-379-0377. Good and Welfare: And to members at home recuperating, “As you rest and heal, know that you are thought of warmly and wished a quick recovery.” Call Josephine Flowers, 718320-0539, regarding illnesses and bereavements. Members and friends, we do require your telephone number along with your name when signing up. First paid confirmed seating. Committee members in Dreiser clubroom 19 (718-379-0377) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, 2:30-5:00 p.m. Our first SPA Day was on Wednesday, May 18th and was appreciated by all. We look forward to returning again on Wednesday, August 17th for another senior SPA Day at TONES SPA. If interested, call 718-379-4784. Come join us. Note: July and August are the RDL’s vacation months. Our General membership meeting will resume on Wednesday, September 7th in the Dreiser Community

Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating this month of July. Enjoy with plenty of gusto! We will be going to the Resorts Casino on Tuesday, August 9th. Cost person is $35 – bonus of $25 slot play. Time of pick-up is 8 a.m. starting at Einstein and flowed by the usual; stops of Asch and Dreiser Loop. “Born Yesterday” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse: April 26th 2017. Cost per person, $79, which can be paid off by April 1st, 2017. A small deposit of $5 or more will hold your reservation. You will be issued receipts for your deposits. “Born Yesterday” was a huge comedy hit on film which featured Judy Holiday. You will enjoy this show and for those who saw the movie. For the above trips, please call Lydia at 718-6713005 or Annie Eutsey, 718-320-1874, for dues and donations. As always, remember to give a call to the homebound and those in nursing homes. Your call will cheer them up and they will know they are always in your thoughts and prayers. Good health and healings are wished to all. —Lydia Ruas Center’ auditorium. However, the Dreiser clubroom 19 will continue to be open for fun and games every weekday except Wednesdays, 1 p.m.- to approximately 6 p.m. “LIFE always offers you a second chance it’s called TOMORROW.” Author Unknown —Claudette Davis

Drammeh Center Diaspora Fellowship in Ethno-matheA hands-on intensive mathematical matics. and digital story-telling program that “This is a highly anticipated program introduces girls to indigenous African for us because it reclaims self-expresmath theory is set to launch next spring sion of indigenous knowledge systems at the Drammeh Center in New York. that have been silenced and marginalThe program uses Ndebele doll ized in a number of ways.” said Iman sculpturing of the Ndzundza Ndebele Drammeh, the center’s director. people of present day South Africa, to strengthen girls’ knowledge about “Knowing the impact of indigenous mathematical and scientific principals knowledge can be positively transforin the world around them. mative, especially for our youth.” The curriculum was developed by Dr. To help spark imaginations, girls will explore visually stimulating protoNkechi Agwu, a professor of mathemattypes of the Ndebele classic beadworkics who is recognized for her contribuartistry that are rooted in mathematics. tions to mathematics and who was also awarded the 2014 Carnegie African “Girls will learn the patterning strate-

gies of geometry and cryptography from Ndebele mother to daughter in the initiation process (rites of passage) which nurtures girls into STEM careers.” said Agwu. Drammeh and Agwu’s shared vision is to give a voice to African culture through STEM activities that are seen broadly through tourism and trade, but little understood. Both believe that the passing on of culture is the heart of development, and essential for holding communities together around traditions that are very much alive. In addition to learning about culture, gender and class equity, other high-

lights of the program include girls learning how to share oral history by producing videos of their own recorded narratives. Any girl wishing to explore science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics (STEAM) are encouraged to apply. The Ndebele Doll Structuring Program will be held at the Drammeh Center in the Bronx from April 8 with a closing ceremony on April 16. Applications will be available in August. Collaborators include the National Mathematics Centre, Nigeria and Center for Gender Issues in Science and Technology, Akure.

Co-op City Times / July 16, 2016

Reflections by Rabbi Solomon I. Berl Spiritual Leader of Young Israel Synagogue There is an important distinction between the immature and the mature individuals. One may recognize the immature person by the lack of balance. He is overwhelmed by the first assault of misfortune and swept off his feet by the first piece of good luck. Then he believes, through his own slender store of experience, that what happened to him is utterly unique and that nobody has ever suffered his problems or met with his

good fortune. The mature person, on the other hand, knows that to be human means to have spiritual ups and downs and that to love means to experience both joy and sorrow for the sake of those we love. He knows that the Psalms, the Prayer Book, the love of a friend, the steadfast faith of a spouse, the balm of time, and the healing hand of G-d together make up the great balancing force of life.

Young Israel of Co-op City Young Israel of Co-op City (lower level of Dreiser Loop shopping center) is a house of worship that opens its doors every morning from 6 until 7 a.m. Anyone who wishes to start the daily routine with prayers, during which our spiritual leader, Rabbi Solomon I. Berl, offers a brief Bible teaching is welcome. On Friday evening, Sabbath services begin at 10 minutes after candle-lighting time. Saturday morning services

start at 9 a.m. Rabbi Berl delivers his sermon at 10:30 a.m. The Rabbiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s class on the Torah reading of the week begins one hour before sunset every Saturday afternoon. For office hours or any information you may seek, feel free to call (718) 671-2300 and leave your name, phone number and a brief message on the synagogueâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s answering machine and your call will be returned as soon as possible.

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Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City The Traditional Synagogue is located in Section 5, 120 Erdman Place in the rear lobby of Building 27B. Phone # 718-379-6920 NOTE: Office hours are Thursday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. SHABBAT ends today July16th at 9:13 pm Candle Lighting for Friday July 22nd is 8:01 pm The Synagogue has services Friday night at Sundown, Saturday morning at 9 a.m. After services we always have food. We need all Jewish men; if you can give two hours Saturday between 10 a.m. and noon. We need your help to make a minyon; it would be a blessing and greatly appreciated. Dress is casual. No suits required. This Saturday, July 16th, Rabbi Knonengold will conduct Services. If you made a pledge for yiskor on Shavuot, please send your donation to the Synagogue. GOOD AND WELFARE: we sell tree certificates in Honor or Memory of

a loved one. The cost is only $15.00 per tree. Mazol Tov, to all having Simchas. If you are feeling under the weather, we wish you a speedy recovery. The Synagogue wishes a belated Birthday to Micheal Lubliner; wishing you many more. BINGO: The Synagogue will have its next Bingo on Sunday August 7th at 1 p.m. The cost is only $3.00 admission, which includes refreshments and 10 games of Bingo. Also there is a Jackpot game which cost $2.00. This is a three-part game which you have a chance to win $30.00, if you win all 3 games. Everyone in the community is invited to come to our Bingo games. Have an afternoon of fun with your neighbors. Wishing all our members and friends a happy, and a healthy peaceful Summer. Your support of the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Thanks, â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Gary Schwartz

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Pentecostal Tabernacle You are invited to attend services on the following days: Sunday school for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. Worship starts at 11:45 a.m. a.m. each Sunday. Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held Wednesday morning 11:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer meeting will be held every Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m. Friday evening Youth service will start at 7:30 p.m. Our Annual Prayer Breakfast will be held this Saturday morning July 16, 2016 at 9 a.m.. Tickets will be available at the door for all who would like attend. Adults, $25. Focus: Miracles are a normal part of revival that includes physical wonders, salvation, and the establishing of the people of truth. And there sat a certain man at Lystra, impotent in his feet, being cripple from his mother’s womb, who never walked. The same heard Paul speak who steadfastly beholding him, and perceiving that he had faith to be healed, said with a loud voice, stand upright on thy feet, and he leaped and walked. And when the people saw what Paul had done, they lifted up their voices, saying in the speech of Lycaonia. The Gods are come down to us in the likeness of men. (Acts 14:8-11) The role of signs and wonders in the confirmation of truth is seen in Hebrews 2:3-4 Which states: How shall we escape, if we neglect so great salvation; which

at the first began to be spoken by the Lord, and was confirmed unto us by them that heard him; God also bearing them witness, both with signs and wonders, and with divers miracles, and gifts of the Holy Ghost, according to his own will? Simon hath declared how God at the first did visit the Gentiles, to take out of them a people for his name {Acts 15:14} When the first church council met in Jerusalem about A.D 50 to consider whether it was necessary for Gentiles to keep the Law of Moses, the argument ended when the multitude kept silence, and gave audience to Barnabas and Paul, declaring what miracles and wonders God had wrought among the Gentiles by them.(Acts 15:12) The fact that God worked miracles and wonders among the Gentiles was considered to be proof of God’s approval of the Gentile’s faith. If he honored their faith with miracles and wonders, they must have been acceptable to Him even though they were not keeping the Law of Moses. Miracles, signs, and wonders accompanied the ministry of the early Christians played an important role in the church. Moreover, the days of miracles are not over. God still works through miracles today and they are still important to the ministry of the church in this world. For more information call 718-3240334 or 718-430-4218. —Rev. R. Sibblies

Faith In God Church & Bible Institute Rev. Dr. Gladys R. Little, Apostle, and Pastor & Evangelist Vernon Little greet everyone in the name of Jesus, that name which is above every name. We want you to know that you are welcome in this house of the Lord! It is His house by ownership: it is our house by stewardship: and it can be your house by membership; so come on in and join with us. May God bless you in this house! Even when everything seems meaningless, God still has a purpose for your life. Let’s go into scripture that supports this. 1 Peter 4:7-11 says: 7. The end of all things is near. Therefore, be alert and of sober mind so that you may pray. 8. Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins. 9. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. 10. Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.

11. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory and the power for ever and ever. Amen. Invitations Sweet Hour of Prayer is today at 3 p.m. Sunday School is tomorrow at 10 a.m. Our Sunday Morning Worship Service is at 11 a.m. Every 3rd Sunday following the morning worship, we serve Holy Communion. If you’re into gospel rap/holy hiphop, go to www.reverbnation.com/vernonlittle and download music from Vernon Little free of charge. He also has videos on YouTube. You will be blessed, encouraged, and inspired. We are located at 171 Dreiser Loop in Section 1. Our phone number is (347) 276-4925. Jesus loves you, and so do we! —Apostle Gladys R. Little

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Association of Building 14 Cooperators Thank you to the building presidents and others that have expressed an interest in the bus outing to Quassy Amusement Park on September 10th. It’s the Saturday after Labor Day and being called “Summer’s Last Hoorah!” as a celebration of students’ return to school and unity in the Coop City community. I only heard directly from a handful of building presidents, so I did not convene last Monday’s meeting. However, several of community organizers said that some people did show up so I have continued to work on the logistics. To make an immediate decision (so as not to lose the date), let’s meet next Tuesday, July 19th in the Association Room of Building 14 at 7:30 p.m. If you cannot make the meeting or send someone, it’s important to call me. I will be emailing a flyer to post in building lobbies. Right now, we need a minimum of

100 people (two buses) and the cost would be $57 for kids (3-12 yrs old) and $71 for adults. This includes: transportation, All-You-Can-Eat-Buffet, rides, admission to the Waterpark and a designated area/pavilion. This is a great price! The payment plan is: deposit on July 2324 ($15/pp), on Aug. 1 and Aug. 15 ($15/pp), and the balance on Aug. 31st. I think we can get the price lower by off-setting the cost of the charter bus via financial support from our elected officials or businesses and/or asking participating buildings to contribute $50-60. In any event, at the meeting on Tuesday, we can discuss this and payment of the deposit for both the buses and the venue. Individuals interested in going can contact me directly if their building association does not promote the event. Contact: theab14c@hotmail.com or 917.612.1951.

Building 19 Association Greetings Building 19 family, I hope that you had a wonderful Fourth of July. As the newly-elected building association president, I am excited to partake in this new role. It will be a great pleasure to serve as president and be part of something so important as building relationships within our association and working towards common goals that will strengthen us. Our motto: Enter as neighbors, leave as friends. On behalf of the Building 19 Association, I want to congratulate Natasha Gerdy, a recipient of the 2016 Co-op City Scholarship Award. The scholarship is an annual competition that provides graduating high school seniors from Co-op City a $500 grant to help them with their college expenses. Congratulations, Natasha! We wish you the very best in your new academic life as a college student this Fall. We also congratulate Sonia Feliciano, our building association secretary for the past 10 years, for being elected to the Riverbay Board of Directors. We now have two Riverbay Board members in Building 19: Sonia Feliciano and Reverend Deborah Jenkins. We know that they will work hard to achieve our community’s goals. We wish them the best. We are looking to foster engagement within our association that will bring out our new shareholders and our long-term residents back to work with us. Our association is about connecting with our shareholders, sharing of ideas and working towards improving our quality of life within our building and outside of it. Toward this end, we not only want to

increase our membership, but create a connection with our members that will provide value. You may have noticed association lobby activities you’ve seen in the past (e.g., Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day) were missing. This was due to lack of participation from Building 19 cooperators. The association has attempted in the past to recruit more cooperators to be involved, but unfortunately with very little success. So we’re taking an outside-the-box approach. On July 30th and August 6th, the Association will be hosting four 75minute focus groups to find out from you what changes it needs to make to get you to be involved. And here’s the outsidethe-box part: WE’RE WILLING TO PAY YOU FOR YOUR OPINION! This is open to Building 19 residents ONLY (Steering committee members of the Association are excluded from participating). We are looking for participants ages 13 and up (from teenagers to the elderly). Each cooperator accepted into the focus group will be compensated with a $25 gift card (funding for the gift cards are courtesy of two private donors, NOT from association membership dues). So be on the lookout for fliers announcing more information about the upcoming focus groups. In the meantime, those interesting in applying can do so by sending an email to bldg19focusgroup@gmail.com (type “Bldg 19 Assoc Focus Group” in subject box) or calling me at 917-442-9526. Space is limited and only a small number of applicants will be accepted into the paid focus groups. —Leon Tulton

Strict enforcement of angle parking regulations by NYPD The NYPD has begun begin strict enforcement of parking regulations pertaining to angle parking spaces. Shareholders should be aware that vehicles in angle parking spaces on streets such as Asch Loop, Einstein Loop and Hutchinson River Parkway East, must be parked within the marked lines or they will be summonsed.

Building 32 Association Dinner theater – All payments must be received by September 10 for our fundraiser trip to the Westchester Dinner Theatre on October 20. This is a matinee performance of Saturday Night Fever, a glorious show filled with music that will have you dancing in your seat. The $80 charge includes round trip transportation, full course luncheon with a choice of entree, taxes and gratuities. Please send or give your remittance to

Ms. Dolores Rankin, 4160 Hutchinson River Pkwy., Apt 10E, Bronx, NY 10475. Game Night Game night is proving to be quite successful. Look for postings in the lobby and also in the laundry room. Come on down, have some fun, and enjoy yourself. Game Night is held in the association room, 32B, first floor rear. —Lorna Smith

Building 22 A&B Association Hi, the Pokeno night was a lot of fun. Everyone had a wonderful time. Look for future events on the bulletin board. Please remember to wash out your bottles and cans before putting them in the compactor room. Empty cereal boxes as well. All large boxes go to the ash cart room please. We don’t want

bugs. A speedy recovery to the sick and home bound. Sympathies to the bereaved families. Have a good summer, and please enjoy all of our summer events. Thank you, —Betty Leak

The Ghanaian Association of Co-op City July General Meeting: The next general meeting is scheduled for Saturday July 30th, from 6 to 8 p.m. At the Einstein Community Center, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 38. This is going to be one of those meetings you don’t want to miss! GACC Health Fair – Saturday July 30th: Preparations are all set for the first ever GACC Health Fair scheduled for Saturday July 30th, 2016 from noon to 5pm. The fair is being organized by the Association for the entire Co-op City community at the Bartow Community Center, Room 31. Various health care organizations from different fields are represented; experienced health care professionals and businesses from our community will be available to educate the community and answer your questions. There will be music, raffles, light refreshment, and many goodies for everyone. We look forward to seeing all of you! There are opportunities for volunteers to organize and coordinate the activities of the fair. Let us know if you are interested to be a volunteer. Children and Youth Program – Family Trip to Downey Park: The family trip to Downey Park is scheduled for Saturday August 20th. Please contact Sister Victoria to secure your seat for the trip. Manhattan Cruise & Marriage Seminar: This year’s Marriage Seminar will be happening on a romantic cruise at downtown Manhattan. There is a lot of buzz about the cruise so make your reservations soon! Please contact Sister Victoria to secure your seat for the cruise. Nomination of Executives: As we discussed at the June General Meeting, our Constitution mandates elections of Association Executives in November 2016. The nomination of candidates for the executive positions have opened. Please submit your name to the

Electoral Commissioner, Mr. Peter Lewis Antwi. We encourage all of you to stand for these elections. Get elected! Make a change! And positively impact the community! Children and Youth Program! The children and youth programs under consideration include the following: STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) Activities; Tutoring; Homework Help; Career Fair; Summer Camp; Summer School & Summer Program Placement; Trips to Sight & Sound, museums, Botanical Garden, Zoo, Movies, etc. Details will be provided when they are finalized. We encourage all of you to get involved in the development of our future leaders! Dues: Members are reminded to pay your dues. You can now pay using credit card. Pay the entire year’s due by the end of April and get the $20 discount. T-Shirts: If you don’t have the Association T-Shirt yet, please get yours for only $15! You may get additional tshirts for family and friends. About Us: The Ghanaian Association of Co-op City (GACC) is a not-for-profit organization with the purpose of promoting the general welfare of the Ghanaian community in Co-op City. The objectives of the Association include providing educational programs to members, building a capacity for greater involvement in the activities of the community, and providing a platform to address issues of common concern to members and the Co-op City community. Please Join Us: We need your support. Please join us. We invite you to come to our next general meeting. Call 347 773 3499. UNITY IS STRENGTH! JOIN US TODAY! LIKE US ON FACEBOOK! Coop Ghanama OR http:/www.facbook.com/ gacc2013 —Seth Osei-Fosu

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