Co-op City Times 05-16-26

Election Begin Wednesday, May 20

By ROZAAN BOONE

Shareholders are invited to attend the Annual Shareholders Meeting on Wednesday, May 20, at 7 p.m. in Bartow Center, Rm. 31.

This meeting marks the official opening of the voting period in the 2026 Riverbay Board of Directors election. The voting deadline is Wednesday, July 1, 2026, and this year’s quorum is 5,041 ballots.

Riverbay Corporation’s independent election vendor, YesElections, began mailing green election ballot envelopes to Co-op City households this week and they are expected to arrive in mailboxes over the weekend and into next week.

Shareholders of record as of April 1, 2026 are voting to fill five seats on the Riverbay Board and yes or no on a referendum question regarding an amendment to the Riverbay ByLaws on how vacancies on the Board are filled. There is also an option on the ballot to vote for quorum purposes only.

The official candidates in the election are Michelle Marbury, Rod Saunders, Monique Coleman, Andrea Leslie, Yanira D. Jaime, Aaron Carnegie, Lynette Wright, Nero Graham, Darnell Lopez and Keith Logan.

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Income Affidavits Due

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Co-op City shareholders who have not yet submitted their 2025 Income Affidavit are urged to submit the form as soon as possible.

Shareholders still have two options to file their 2025 Income Affidavits, either by filing out the traditional paper form or by filing an electronic form which is available on the Riverbay website at https://bit.ly/4aw5CeP.

For shareholders opting to file the paper form, the completed income affidavit, along with supporting documents, can be deposited into the carrying charge boxes located in the community centers or emailed to RiverbayFinance@riverbaycorp.com. All paper income affidavits must be notarized.

Completed income affidavits can also be mailed to the following address: Riverbay Corporation, Finance Department, Attention: 2025 Income Affidavit, 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, NY 10475.

A fillable pdf of the 2025 Income Affidavit form is available on the Riverbay website. To access it, visit https://coopcity.com, click on the “Resources”

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Board of Directors

Candidates Discuss Youth Center and Committees at Second Candidates’ Forum

By DANIELLE CRUZ

On Wednesday, May 6, the gold pom-poms were out again at the second Candidates’ Forum for the 2026 Riverbay Board of Directors Election.

At the forum, which was held in the Dreiser Community Center, nine of the 11 candidates running for a seat on the Board were in attendance and answered several questions designed to help shareholders get to know them better before voting begins on Wednesday, May 20.

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The forum was moderated by Election Committee Chairperson Mary

Pearson, while Election Committee Member Lauren K. Lassiter served as the timekeeper and Election Committee Member Jewel Crawford-Duncan served as the backup timekeeper.

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Annual Shareholders/Open Board Meeting Agenda

The annual meeting of shareholders will take place on Wednesday, May 20, in Rm. 31, Bartow Center, starting at 7 p.m.

The meeting marks the beginning of the voting period in the 2026 Riverbay Board of Directors election. Voting will continue until Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

Please see the Agenda for the May 20th Open Board meeting below.

TO: RIVERBAY CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS FROM: ANGELO ROSARIO,1ST VICEPRESIDENT

PLEASE BE ADVISED that an Annual Shareholders Meeting/Open Board Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Riverbay Corporationwill take place on Wednesday, May 20th, 2025at 7p.m.inROOM 31 of Bartow Community Center.

1.Approval of the Agenda 2.Approval ofthe Board Business Meeting

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The following are some of the questions asked during the forum and the candidates’ responses.

Question: What is the most interesting job you’ve had? What does a day on that job look like?

Monique Coleman: Everybody knows that I’m an insurance professional, and I’m going to start there. I won’t say it’s the most interesting work, but it was important and meaningful. I was an account manager, and my role was to work with commercial employers. So, when an employer would buy health insurance for their employees, I was their contact after they purchased the policy. I helped with communications. So, they might ask me to come to their organization and speak to a room like this full of employees about their plans. I didn’t work with people one on one, but I would work with a large group of people, and I would work with the HR department. So a typical day could be problem-solving, it could be presenting, it could be putting out fires. It was never done, ever. No day ever ended with an empty inbox… The world was always on fire because it’s insurance and everybody has needs. But that was my typical day.

Andrea Leslie: I worked before for a tourist office, and in that role, my responsibility was to organize travel agents… from multiple travel agencies to go on familiarization trips to countries, mostly the Caribbean. So I would have to coordinate how many people are going to go, make sure they have flights, make sure they have transportation to the airport, and when they get to the destination, then make sure they’re checked into hotels. Organize their trip so they would become familiar with the islands we were going to on a particular trip and communicate with the customs and people in that country in whatever destination we went to. And arrange for making sure that they become familiar so they could sell the properties.

Idalia Reyes: When I started at 19, I was an intern in an investment company that I’m now part of still, and I was not allowed to pick up phones because they didn’t think that I could handle, being 19 years old, taking stock orders for IPOs. Well, guess what? One day everybody left the floor, and I was left with a ringing phone, so I picked it up. I took two orders, and they were the biggest orders. When everybody came back, they were surprised that I did that. And guess what? I got a full-time job from my internship, and I’m currently there 35 years later because I moved up just because of that phone call. So basically, when people tell you you can’t do something, if you’re able, you’ve got to show them what you can do because sometimes you have to trust yourself and have confidence in yourself.

Aaron Carnegie: So many careers I’ve had. I think I’m going to talk about my current job right now, and that’s working for Councilman Kevin Riley. No two days are the same. We see constituents sometimes at their lowest point in their lives, where they had a flood in their home, fires, and they lose everything. I know for a fact, when I first started last year, we had a big fire over on Allerton Avenue, and people had to live in shelters, and in some cases, you had men and women in the same shelter sharing the same bathroom. It’s heart-wrenching. Then we have the good days when I’m able to do things for my community, but no two days are the same.

Lynette Wright: I would say my favorite career, ironically enough, is probably something that is known as the “toughest job you’ll ever love,” which was when I was in the Peace Corps. I’m a Peace Corps volunteer for Guatemala… What made it extremely challenging is that, A, I did not speak any Spanish before I got there, and my community predominantly spoke also a language known as Kʼiche.’ Also made it difficult because I was a woman, and there are gender dynamics that are there. So, there were some things that made it extremely challenging to get work done. The other part of it is it’s not like the US where I can go and we can do a project. They want to take it a lot slower and a lot of it is listening to people and relationship building. Hearing what the issues are that might have nothing to do with the reasons that you’re there, but you’re able to assist people through the relationships that you build. From that point on, I was able to build a lot of relationships with a lot of different men and women, which worked out very well. We were able to serve 125 health educators to teach them how to serve themselves, how to do family farms, and really how to address not only food instability but also healthy eating because they have a mass problem with malnutrition. So just setting some of those stones and being able to get to know people but also be able to help them was extremely rewarding for me.

Nero Graham: Well, I have so many also. But when I retired from the Fire department in the Emergency Medical Services section after being there for so many years, I was able to retire, and I retired as a chief. And then one good day came along, and I got that call to say there’s an opening at New York City Bronx Board of Election, and there’s a vacancy open for commissioner. So, to move it faster, I was able to go there, and I was able to stay from 2001 to 2007, and believe me, it was a pleasure working on both sides of our Republicans, Dems, and Independents. Also, I got to serve two years as the president of the Board of Commissioners of New York City during my tenure from 2001 to 2007. So, I’ve been around.

Darnell Lopez: One of my most interesting roles was when I was an assistant on the trading desk for J.P. Morgan. I was on the desk for rates. Those are bonds in case anyone doesn’t know. What was great about it wasn’t just the people that I got to work with, some of the brightest minds in the world. I really got to understand the flow of money as far as how financial institutions actually work. Not only did I get a chance to understand that, I got to really speak to a lot of affluent people, rich people, and understand how they make money, keep money, and protect money, and pass money on. It was a great experience for me because it taught me how to earn money, keep it, and then also understand

how the bank makes its money to keep itself in business. It was a great experience. It’s a situation where you only see in the movies... Since then, I’ve been able to teach it to everyone I know, especially in my family. So that, I can say, was one of my most interesting and favorite careers.

Keith Logan: My most favorite career moment was when I was chosen by the Painters Union and Riverbay to be the foreman of plaster and paint over the world’s largest residential complex. I oversaw 250 occupied apartments a week and helped to restore over 40 vacant apartments a month. I nicknamed Co-op City “Vietnam” when it comes to the painting industry because if you can paint here and deal with the volume here and you have quality, you can work anywhere. It prepared me to start my own business. And the grit that I learned here has served me well in life, in business, and that would be one of my most favorite career moments.

Michelle Marbury: I have to choose my career at WOR Radio as probably my favorite one because it took me from situations like covering a broadcast for the Gulf War, with General Norman Schwarzkopf, to meeting Princess Grace in the hallway, and her talking to me and taking the time to talk to little old me who was producing Arlene Francis at the time. Just memorable conversations like that let me know that I can converse and I can sit with kings and queens, and also I can be just as normalized with my own people, and also teach the people coming up behind me that they too can sit with kings and queens and converse and be favored and be just instrumental in their lives. Anyway, those are two of my favorite memories from WOR. Also, just sitting in the office and Frank Sinatra walking into the office, and I was in the office and just wasn’t even expecting him to say anything to me, so I just kind of buried my head, and he walks in and he’s like, “Hi, how you doing?” And I’m like, “Hi, Frank Sinatra!” So, things like that.

Question: Pick one thing from your opponent’s statements that you agree with. Or, what steps would you take to make the Youth Center happen?

Idalia Reyes: I’m going to pick on Darnell Lopez because he’s in the same field that I’m in… He’s in the same field. We’re in the same field… we have the same ideas, and we can bring the same ideas to the Board because of our background in financials, and it’s really important because the Board looks upon a budget. And those ideas that we bring kind of reflect our careers, what we’re doing now, which is gains and losses and situations like that. So, we help people and families to make right decisions. We can make this community make right decisions.

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Coffee with Mike

Shareholders are invited to join Assemblyman Michael Benedetto at the pizzeria in Section 5 today, Saturday, May 16, 9:3010:30 a.m., for the next “Coffee with Mike.”

This is an opportunity for shareholders to meet with the Assemblyman and discuss pertinent matters of concern. All are invited.

Next CB #10 Board/ Public Hearing in Co-op City

Community Board #10’s monthly General Board/Public Hearing will take place at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Room 31, on Thursday, May 21, at 7 p.m.

This meeting will be highlighted by a public hearing on the McDonald’s at 2010 Bartow Avenue. The restaurant will undergo a full reconstruction to modernize the dining experience as well as re-construct its drive-through.

McDonald’s is seeking CB #10’s advisory approval as part of its application before the City of New York Board of Standards and Appeals. The restaurant will still have over 30 seats for dining. The drive-through will accommodate 11 vehicles in its queue. There will still be 10 parking spaces in front of the restaurant.

Please note that this is standard procedure for any restaurant or bank that has a drivethrough. Normally, they all need the advisement of their local community board. For additional information, please contact CB #10 at (718) 892-1161 or email bx10@ cb.nyc.gov.

Photo of the Week

Want to showcase your talents? See any cool sights around the community? The Co-op City Times is looking for submissions to our new “Photo of the Week” feature!

To submit your photo, email cctimes@riverbaycorp.com with the subject line “Photo of the Week.”

Photos (one photo per submission; must be a JPEG file), and accompanied by a short, 1-2 sentence caption.

By BRANDON ORTIZ

Amtrak Sues MTA

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Amtrak sued the MTA on April 22, 2026 adding further complications to the Penn Station Access Project timeline.

Amtrak alleged that the MTA was preventing them from testing their Acela trains on tracks owned by the MTA, violating a 35-year agreement between the two transit agencies. The lawsuit alleged that the MTA “began systematically denying Amtrak’s requests for non-revenue train movements on both the New Haven Line and the Hudson Line,” starting back on March 18. “Metro-North’s ongoing denials are causing escalating harm to Amtrak’s operations and to the traveling public,” the lawsuit goes on to say. Amtrak is suing for an injunction from the court, mandating that Metro-North stop denying their requests.

Back in August of 2021, Amtrak was testing new Acela trains when one train’s pantograph, which connects a train to the overhead power lines, struck an MTA bridge, damaging it. Following this incident, Amtrak’s engineers designed a new pantograph. However, when Amtrak was testing this updated version back in January on the MTA-owned New Haven Line the two shared, one of Amtrak’s trains damaged an MTA power line, leading to massive delays for commuters.

Following the second incident, Amtrak’s engineers redesigned the pantograph again and were aiming to test out the new design in March, but the MTA denied them access for further testing.

Amtrak claims this latest refusal is in retaliation for damaging the power line, and will mean they have to cut their pas-

By BRANDON ORTIZ

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the finalization of the 2027 Fiscal Year budget on May 12.

In total, the balanced $124.7 billion budget featured investments in key areas such as libraries, CUNY, the Fair Fares program, child care, and public safety, to name a few. This particular budget had uncertainty surrounding it as New York City Comptroller Mark Levine projected this past January that the city was facing a $12.6 billion shortfall in the next two years. In the finalized plan, the Mayor’s Office highlighted that the “budget is balanced without raising property taxes, slashing services or drawing down the City’s Rainy Day or Retiree Health Benefit Trust reserves.”

Mayor Mamdani and his administration worked to close the projected budget deficit through a few efforts. To address spending inefficiency, the Mayor directed all city agencies to appoint a Chief Savings Officer, which will result in a projected $1.77 billion in savings across the 2026 and 2027 fiscal years. Another avenue for savings came from addressing what the Mayor’s Office called “systemic inefficiencies in critical programs,” such as the City Fighting Homelessness and Eviction Prevention Supplement program CityFHEPS. Correcting those inefficiencies will result in an estimated $1.2 billion in savings, as detailed by the Mayor’s Office. Through a more organized debt payment schedule, the city will also save approximately $1.64 billion in FY27.

New York City will also receive support from the state legislature, specifically $4 billion, to help balance the budget.

Mayor Mamdani expressed optimism about the direction the city was headed with the newly balanced budget.

“We are restoring fiscal stability without slashing the services people depend on, without raising property taxes and without asking working families to pay for a crisis they did not create,” said Mayor Mamdani on May 12. “Instead, we are making government work for the people of this city: securing support from Albany and taxing the rich so we can invest in housing, safety, child care, parks, libraries and the public goods that make New York the greatest city in the world.”

As for how the budget will be divided, below is a rundown on the key investments across various sectors, according to the Mayor’s Office:

• $31.7 million annually for NYC libraries

• $25 million annually to support the Fair Fares program

• $15 million annually for the NYC Department of Parks and Recreation

• $15 million annually for City University of New York

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“(The MTA’s) actions are violating agreements we’ve had in place for more than 35 years, causing escalating harm to Amtrak’s operations, undermining safety, critical rail activity, disrupting service needed by millions of passengers, and putting the reliability of intercity rail service at risk,” the agency said on April 23.

In response, MTA Chief of Policy and External Relations John McCarthy questioned the true motivations of the lawsuit.

“The people of the Bronx have been waiting generations, watching trains blow by without stopping,” said McCarthy.

“We have a project that will change that and improve lives for people in the Bronx, cutting their commute times by 40 minutes. It’s not clear who in the federal government is directing Amtrak’s lawyers to create distractions from the real issue, getting Bronxites the service they deserve.”

Neither side commented on how this lawsuit might impact the ongoing Penn Station Access Project. But, the timeline was pushed back last year following months of stagnation. Instead of the original date of March 2027, the MTA pushed back the projected completion date to tentatively in the summer of 2030.

Overall, the $2.9 billion Penn Station Access Plan aims to improve service traveling into and out of the city for residents of the Bronx, Westchester and Connecticut, as well as reduce congestion and greenhouse gas emissions. The MTA will build four ADA stations in the Bronx at Hunts Point, Parkchester/Van Nest, Co-op City and Morris Park.

City Releases FY2027 Budget

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• $17.3 million in FY27 to expand NYC Reads and Solves, two separate initiatives designed to improve the literacy and mathematical skills of NYC Public Schools students

• $2.3 million to establish the first municipal day care system, called the Little Apple, and an annual investment of $2 million going forward to support the free program

• $40.9 million for the Office of Community Safety, followed by $40.2 annually beginning in FY28

• $47.3 million annually starting in FY27 to support access to mental health care

• $3.4 million for supporting seniors in FY27

Since Saturday, May 2, the candidates have published statements in consecutive election supplements printed in the Co-op City Times introducing themselves and their platforms to shareholders. The second supplement was published on Saturday, May 9, and the final supplement is printed on pages 18 to 27 in this issue of the newspaper, Saturday, May 16.

In addition to physical copies of the newspaper being delivered to building lobbies and the community centers on Saturday morning, the Co-op City Times can be read online at issuu.com/cctimes, or scan the QR code at right.

In addition, the candidates participated in three Candidates’ Forums which took place on Saturday, May 2, at Einstein Center; Wednesday, May 6, at Dreiser Center; and Monday, May 11, at Bartow Center. Forums #1 and #2 are currently being broadcast on the Riverbay Crawler, channel 591 for Altice subscribers and channel 12 for master antenna subscribers. The forums are also available for viewing on the corporation’s YouTube channel, https://bit. ly/3Psl2ds, or scan the QR code at right.

Forum #3 is being finalized, after which, it too will be available for viewing so shareholders can better familiarize themselves with the candidates seeking their votes.

Voting in the 2026 Board election is being conducted by mail in, absentee ballot. There is one vote per occupied residential unit. After selecting up to five candidates and voting either yes or no on the referendum question on the ballot, or voting for quorum purposes only, there are two options to return completed ballots to the election vendor. They can be deposited into a US Mail box in the postage-paid envelope provided in the green ballot envelope, or dropped into the blue “Riverbay Corporation Official Ballot Drop Box” located in the three community centers. Mailed ballot must be postmarked by July 1, 2026 to count in the election.

According to the 2026 Election Rules and Regulations, campaign literature may be slipped under apartment doors between the hours of 8 a.m.

and 10 p.m. Campaign handouts are also permitted [Rule D (4)]. In addition, according to Rule E (3), building associations can actively promote voter participation in the election in a manner that does not endorse or oppose a particular candidate, or slate of candidates. “Building Association rooms, which are property of the Corporation, shall not be used for meetings to support or oppose any candidate,” the rule states.

The Annual Shareholders meeting provides cooperators with an opportunity to hear updates from the Riverbay Board and Management regarding Riverbay operations and governance while participating in one of Co-op City’s most important democratic processes (See Agenda on page 1). Shareholder participation is vital to ensuring strong community representation and engagement, and making sure the quorum is obtained to validate the election.

tab and then select “Finance” from the drop-down menu. Instructions on how to complete the form can also be found there.

For any questions/concerns about filing the 2025 Income Affidavit, shareholders can call 718-320-3300.

Questions about the electronic filing process can be sent to incomeaffidavit@riverbaycorp.com and questions about the paper filling process can be sent to RiverbayFinance@riverbaycorp.com. Any questions regarding the insurance documentation should be addressed to the Risk Management department at 718-320-3300, Ext. 3388.

Failure to complete and return the 2025 Income Affidavit form will result in the maximum surcharge of 50% of your base carrying charges. You would then be required to pay the 50% surcharge for each month you don’t file.

2026 Board Election Committee Report

Today is the day. This week is the week.And this “fortnight” is the goal. (Fortnight is an old-timey way of describing two weeks.) Two weeks is the very ambitious goal we’ve set for bringing Election 2026 to a certified close. The first voting period officially runs from May 20 to July 1, but that was just to hedge our bets and save some cash. Our real goal is seeing an astonishing CCTimes headline on June 6. That’s what we’re really aiming for – a Pollyanna two-weeks-flat election. Can we do it?

All three forums have taken place. The election’s official start is this Wednesday, May 20th. If you haven’t gotten that GREEN envelope containing your Official Ballot yet… it’s on the way. If it hasn’t landed in your mailbox before you head out to the May 20th Annual Shareholders Meeting to be held in Bartow, Rm. 31, at 7:00 p.m., go anyway. But if your ballot still hasn’t arrived, wait a few days and then contact our election vendor, YesElections, at (855) 485-1988 or help+riverbay@yeselections.com for a replacement ballot or to ask a question.

The 2026 Election plan. The ballots were mailed out on May 14 and should start arriving in our mailboxes on May 16. The envelopes holding the ballots are GREEN. That’s why you’ve been seeing those green pom-poms. Those who attended the forums know what I’m talking about. Green pom-poms, green envelope – nothing high tech here.

Everyone is asked to grab a GREEN pom-pom and tell a neighbor that the ballots are coming. You’re also being asked to Linger in your Lobby or Stroll the Grounds or Ride the Elevator with a smile,a pom-pom, (maybe with a pal), and a pitch.

The pitch: Just display that pom-pom and say: Did you know there’s an election coming? The Board Election? The ballots – in their green envelopes –are on the way. Don’t forget to vote!

Anyone who wants to end Election 2026 quickly and cheaply is asked to raise ElectionAwareness and Ballot-Arrival Awareness with the help of a green pom-pom. If you don’t have yours yet, there are ways to remedy that*.

Since we can’t cover every lobby or elevator or every inch of the grounds, hopefully, we’ll get enough volunteers to hang out near – but not too near – a

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Aaron Carnegie: I’ll pick the Youth Center. The reason why I picked the Youth Center… well, funny thing, I brought this up at the last forum. We currently have a Youth Center here in Co-op City. It’s in Section 5. Some people call it the Section 5 Teen Center. Since I work for Councilman Kevin Riley, we call it MMCC. Or it’s actually a Boys and Girls Club. Now, many people over here may not send their kids over there because it’s all the way in Section 5. So how do we get a youth center, let’s say, hypothetically, at the Yellow Schoolhouse that’s over here? Well, right now you have the youth center. Riverbay cannot staff a youth center. You have to have an outside entity run it. Riverbay is a landlord. You want to collect the rent from said organization. But Riverbay cannot actually staff it. So, you want someone like MMCC to come in, and you want them to build up their program. So, the one in Section 5 right now, you want them to build up those programs so much that they have to move from that location and need to have a bigger location so they can handle more kids and have more programs that they offer because they offer a lot over in Section 5. They offer construction skills, podcasting skills, cooking skills, and a lot more than a lot of people think.

Lynette Wright: Once you get to the Board, I don’t get to decide who I want to work with and what their initiatives are. That’s up to you and whoever is on there. And you work with whoever you have, and where you have an agreement, you come together. Now, even with the incumbents, there’s a ton of things that I disagree with them on, but there are areas where we find commonality and find things that we work together. Those things we come together on and we’re able to push forward. As my teacher used to say, “no woman is an island;” I went to an all-girls school. So, you have to work with the people that are there regardless of what their opinions are, and you also have to deal with people regardless of if you think they have great ideas or if you think that they don’t and you don’t want to get involved. Either way, all 15 people at some point need to agree on something that is beneficial for this community, that is going to move the needle and actually do the work and put forward the work to get anything that anybody says done. I can have all of these initiatives on this card, all I want to, but I cannot get there by myself. I have to work with others and present an attitude that also is conducive to collaborativeness within that space.

Nero Graham: The Board itself, and I’ve been on many boards, where… a board would say, “the board, the board, the board.” And by doing that, they become ownership. And those who the board serves are left out, or they feel like they don’t have a decision. So going forward, I am a strong believer that whatever happens in the election, we must learn to come together, work together, and let us not say, “I” or “me.” Let’s use the term “we.”

Darnell Lopez: I’ll be speaking on the youth center, and what I would like to say is our kids need more space to grow. Every child deserves a space to belong, a place to run, compete, learn, and simply be. Right now, our community has a youth center, but for many families, it’s simply out of reach, whether due to location, hours, capacity, or awareness. Too many of our children are falling through the cracks. It’s time to change that. We’re calling on our community to support the development of a second youth center, one built with every child in mind. Imagine a space where young athletes can develop real skills, build character, resilience, and lifelong relationships.

Keith Logan: That is a great question because you have to be collaborative

Riverbay Official Ballot Drop Box to promote Election 2026. The drop boxes are already in all three Community Centers.

Once you get your ballot and you’ve filled it out, either mail it at the post office, drop it in a mailbox, or drop it in one of those boxes. We prefer you use the Official Drop Box. And here’s why. Mailing your ballot is fine but dropping it in those special drop boxes saves us $0.81 each time. Eighty-one cents of return postage stays in our pockets. When you’re talking about 5,041 ballots, we could save a pretty penny. And since cheapness is one of the goals for Election 2026, we’ll be pushing that option.

Either way you decide, to mail in or drop off your ballot, please remember to hang onto your green envelope. That way you’ll have two green things to wave at a neighbor: a green pom-pom and your empty green envelope.

Filling out the ballot:

1.) The Candidates. Vote for up to five. You can vote for zero to five candidates.

2.) The Referendum Question. The referendum question on the ballot has to do with Board vacancies. Right now, when someone leaves the Board, winner number six of the last election moves into that person’s spot. Our by-laws say that runner-up only fills the seat until the next election, which could be a matter of months. Then that person would need to run all over again if they choose to continue serving on the Board. If this referendum passes, the change to the bylaws would allow the sixth-place winner from the last election to fill the former Board director’s entire term, which could last months or years.

3.) The Quorum Option. There’s one more item on the ballot. That’s the quorum option. You have the option to cast a ballot for purposes of quorum only, if you prefer. Checking that box acknowledges you received your ballot and are returning it to be counted as one of the 5,041 ballots needed to finalize Election 2026. Check that quorum only option for religious reasons or for any reason at all.

Operation Quick Quorum. Between the flyers posted in the hallways, the candidates’ photo poster in the high-rise lobbies, and the instructions on the ballots themselves, everything should (Continued on page 9)

with 14 other people to make things happen here. So, I just want to let it be known that I work very well with people, and for the most part, the people that are here running believe in the same things and want Co-op City to thrive. So, I have no disagreements with anyone on that point… If I make it on then I’m ready to roll up my sleeves and work with whoever. When it’s time to get on, I’m going to vote my conscience, listen to my constituents, and do the best that I can do. And I would hope that anybody else that gets on will do the same thing. Michelle Marbury: I’m going to focus on Mr. Nero Graham’s article in the Co-op City Times, where he talked about enhancing the safety and security of CCPD and that department. I think it’s important, and I’d like to see our CCPD be trained in who we are as a Board. Many of them don’t know us, and that’s not a good thing… We hire them to do a job, but they don’t know all of the infrastructure. I mean, they know how to operate and save us from situations, but I think that there needs to be more cohesiveness between that department and the Board and its members and Management. I’d like to see that. I’d like to work on that with our new chief.

Monique Coleman: So, going back to the original question, as a reminder, we are a Board of 15. We each get a single vote. We get to vote yes, or no, or abstain. We don’t have to agree with everyone. It doesn’t even matter if we agree with everyone or we echo anybody else’s thoughts. It doesn’t matter how loud other Board members might be about their opinions because we have a very opinionated Board. But the opinions… because they speak loudly doesn’t mean that they’re more important because they only have a single vote. So I would caution you to not just pay attention to the noisiest people or the people who agree with this or that because we’re all acting on your behalf, and we’re making policies to make Co-op City a better place and to keep our hometown beautiful. And in my last 10 seconds, I will say that I work with Lynette on the Audit Committee, and I strongly agree with her statement about having timely responses from Management to our audits.

Andrea Leslie: I agree with Monique and Lynette because we’re a 15-member board, and each one has one vote. You come together, at least I come together, in the boardroom understanding that my final decision is basically keeping the shareholder uppermost in my mind and how that decision that I make in the boardroom is going to affect the shareholders and affect me because I’m also a shareholder. And in that boardroom, we have to make some very difficult decisions at times, but it is simply because we want to keep Co-op City affordable. I agree with Idalia in reference to… making sure that you have a title but actually getting the work done, and that’s what we are all about. I’ve been part of numerous committees. I’ve chaired the Audit Committee, a number of committees, wherever work is needed to be done I’ve been present to do that and that’s what I’ll continue to do.

Lightning Round Question: What committees have you served on, or how have you shown your commitment to the community?

Nero Graham: Well, I serve on no committees in Co-op. But in the community, I serve on many committees. Many committees bringing the youth together, organizing, housing, housing companies, also, the Tenant Association’s committees. I have worked on many, many outside, and I’m still available for those that need me… I also help a couple of churches out, those who have tenants in their buildings, to help (Continued on page 6)

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High Standards

To the Editor:

We have high standards in our community for the appearance of our lobbies and all common areas. From the clean lobby windows to mopped and shined floors. The carpet runners are vacuumed. The elevator stainless steel and wood paneling are clean and not smudged over. The elevator floors are waxed with a nice dark gloss. Every

floor and compactor room should be cleaned according to the Janitorial schedule. These are the standards in our community. If your building lobby and common areas do not reflect this description, call your CSO office to report any deficiencies. We cannot allow low standards to be the norm and acceptable service.

—Ruth Sharma

Candidates’ Forum ––––– (Continued from page 5)

continue to organize and assist those tenants with their committees and that they have rights also…

Darnell Lopez: I am one of the chairpersons of the annual Father’s Day game in the Section 3 courts that has been going for well over 30 years, and I’m definitely instrumental in making sure that it happens every single year in our community. If anybody’s ever been by our section on Father’s Day, you’ll see that there is a game there every single year. Outside of that, I’m not a part of any committees at the moment, but I am recently a part of the Coalition to Save Affordable Housing.

Keith Logan: I currently serve on the Construction Committee. And as far as how I serve my community, I started a juice bar in 2021 with efforts of bringing healthier options to Co-op City shareholders, which is currently not in business, but that was an effort to serve my community and do business.

Michelle Marbury: Well, I’ve served on several committees, as most of you probably know, from IT to the Youth Committee, Buildings and Grounds, History, Construction. I’m vice president of the Building 21 Association. I started the Section 4 Partnership and currently co-chairing the Disabilities Committee. Which one is my favorite? It’s hard to choose. All I know is when I’m called to serve, I serve, and where I’m needed, I’m there. It’s called engagement. It’s called showing up, and that’s what I’m here to do.

Monique Coleman: I founded and chair the Insurance Committee, and I’ve been doing it since I joined the Board in 2021. I’ve been a member of the Audit Committee since I joined the Board in 2021. And last year I co-chaired the Election Committee and organized last year’s election. Which took us until October 15th to get the Board directors sworn in. So, I implore you all to vote early and talk to your neighbors about voting so that we can execute Operation Quick Quorum and get a quorum right away. So please vote. Please choose five. Any five.

Andrea Leslie: I’ve been chair and co-chair for a number of committees, including being the chairperson for the Election Committee at one point in time. And I’ve been on the Construction Committee and the Audit Committee. I’ve chaired the Audit Committee, Construction, Legislative. I’ve done work on the Board in terms of committee work… My favorite, though? I’ve been on the Disability Accommodation Committee because at one point in time I was disabled, and it came to me that there was a need. No one was chairing it, and I chaired it, and I brought to this actual room the first Disability Expo for Co-op City.

Idalia Reyes: I serve as a building president. I have a meeting every month. I serve as the VP of Spanish Americans, that’s every month, and the Cultural Committee, I chair that. And we have events like the Christmas party that we had just in December, that was a hit and I bring

cultures together. So that is my aim and that is my goal, to keep our community together.

Aaron Carnegie: I’m a building association president so I get to interact with my building almost every day. I will say this if you want to say how I serve the community. I actually was recently added to the Leg (Legislative) Team for Councilman Kevin Riley, so I am now helping to write legislation to help this community. I know I have a few things coming down the pipe.

Lynette Wright: So, right now currently this year I do chair the Audit Committee, which identifies issues within different departments and tries to fix them based on things like risk to the corporation, which can be financial or otherwise. I also chair the Smart City Committee. We do currently have money that’s going into the budget, and the committee has expressed the need, A, for an app for increased communication, so I think that’s going into the budget, and, B, improvement in the website, which currently that’s being reformulated because we know the website isn’t as functional for shareholders as it needs to be, which includes having a portal. I also am on top of the Decarbonization Work Group, which works with the solar panels. So, like I said, we put $2.5 million towards the pilot of that. We plan to also try to recycle that money because there are grants that are out there and we’re making an attempt to be able to make that money grow as well because that’s a revenue source...

Lightning Round Question: When you’re on the Board will you be looking at things from a customer’s viewpoint or from customer service view?

Darnell Lopez: It would definitely be from a customer service perspective. I’m very open-minded. I like to hear ideas. I don’t necessarily need to be the one that’s correct, but we’re all working to one common goal for our shareholders. And if anything we can do can make it easier for them and better, I’m all for it.

Keith Logan: My approach would be multifaceted from a shareholder’s and somebody who’s worked here’s point of view. So, the best mix and blend between two. I feel like we can get more out of the people who work here if we appreciated them differently. We kind of encourage them. That would be my style.

Michelle Marbury: I always, always think of the shareholders when I’m in the boardroom. Because before I’m a Board director or a holder of any title, I’m a shareholder. I’m a cooperator. So, I come with that perspective, with them in mind. Like when we were doing the budget.

Monique Coleman: Mostly we’re policymakers and of course, we are always putting the shareholders first. And so long-term, I care about affordability and accountability but always with the shareholder in mind and preserving our community.

Andrea Leslie: First, always (Continued on page 9)

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 12

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

Building 12

120 Casals Place

Current Lease

Expiration Date: August 31, 2026

New 3-Year Expiration Date: August 31, 2029

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JASA Hosts Annual Health and Wellness Fair

On Wednesday, May 13, JASA hosted their annual Health and Wellness Fair at the Dreiser Auditorium. The event included music by DJ Woody, health tips, blood pressure screenings, and volunteer opportunities. Guests were able to break a sweat with exercises and dance. Various organizations also had booths with information and goodies such as stress balls, tote bags, and pens.

REMINDER – Roof Access Prohibited

Shareholders are reminded that the Occupancy Agreement prohibits shareholders and their guests from going onto the roofs of Co-op City residential buildings. Failure to adhere to this rule will result in a Community Complaint fine.

May 03, 2026

Public Safety Blotter

May 3, 2016 – May 6, 2026

100 Erskine Place – CCPD and FDNY responded to the basement for a heavy smoke condition. Upon arrival, FDNY determined that two boxes were intentionally set on fire. The boxes were extinguished by FDNY with no damage to property. Referred to the Fire Marshalls for further investigation.

May 04, 2026

2075 Bartow Avenue – CCPD observed a male consuming an alcoholic beverage in public view and issued a Criminal Court summons for his infraction.

Front of 149 Dreiser Loop – A cooperator reported returning to their parked vehicle and observing that the front license plate had been removed by an unknown suspect without their permission.

May 05, 2026

Front of 140 Bellamy Loop – A cooperator was arrested by NYPD for a past robbery that occurred on April 15 at the basketball court on

Bellamy Loop. The suspect was issued a Community Complaint for Anti-Social Behavior.

May 08, 2026

99 Asch Loop – A cooperator reported returning to their parked vehicle inside Garage 4 and observing damage to the driver’s side door where an attempt had been made to enter the vehicle by an unknown suspect.

120 Erskine Place – CCPD assisted NYPD on a call of a physical dispute. Two cooperators were placed under arrest by NYPD after each assaulted one another during a dispute. Both were issued Community Complaints for Anti-Social behavior.

May 09, 2026

100 Darrow Place – CCPD responded to calls of a dispute in progress. Upon arrival, witnesses identified a cooperator who menaced them with a fake firearm. The cooperator was placed under arrest for menacing and taken to the 45th Precinct for processing.

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Director’s Viewpoint

Daryl Johnson

We Must Help Our Young Adults

We have thousands of young adults that live here. Therefore, as parents, we must reach out to them and give them good guidance so that they can move their lives forward in a proper way.

We Can Do It

If you’ve lived in Co-op City for a long time, then you can probably remember when some parents were raising their small children here. Then, as time passed, you may have seen their children developing and growing older. Next, there may have been an absence for a few years because they went to a distant school or they moved away from Co-op City.

But, then, one day you may have been in the lobby in your building. And, surprisingly, you saw an adult that you know was that former child. And, to top it off, they remember you as their neighbor. So, you both talk. Then, you find out that they’re doing well and that they’re living a good life. Therefore, with joy, you express your kind thoughts to them and wish them continued success in the future.

So, is it possible that there are lots of examples that are similar to this one? Absolutely! Therefore, lots of parents should be very proud of the excellent work that they did with raising their children in a proper manner. But, was the road difficult getting to this point? Maybe!

However, the bigger issue is that these parents stuck by their children through everything. Therefore, I want to encourage all parents to continue to work with your children in a positive, strong, and loving manner. So, will your children need lots of love, proper discipline, good guidance, excellent education, and other good qualities? Absolutely!

Is it possible that you can administer these good qualities to your children? Yes! Do you need to be perfect? No! However, the issue is putting forth the effort to do your best as a parent.

Bad Associations Spoil

Is it possible that a good child can get connected to some terrible people? Absolutely! Can those terrible people cause your child to do some terrible

things to other people? Yes! For instance, can you believe that some gangs are still doing their best to get children to join them?

Recently, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch stated: “Last year, 14% of shooting victims and 18% of shooters were youths. These are the highest percentages that we’ve ever seen for both measures since we began tracking this data in 2018.”

In some cases, older gang members might be acquainted with the law. So, can you believe that they’re training children and young adults to commit various crimes for them? On television, a police official was talking about how some gangs were committing horrible crimes. Furthermore, he also pointed out that these gangs were also recruiting young children as young as 8 to join them.

Heavy repercussions for very young children that commit violent crimes? Do you see a major problem here? Of course! The police official then stated that the number one reason why some youths join these gangs is for “lack of family structure.”

Bottom line: Please consider this matter carefully with your children. Can you set aside some time to talk to your children about good and positive things? Can some of your conversations be about displaying good conduct and avoiding gangs, drugs, violence, and other negative matters? Is it possible that conversations and instructions about a higher power can be held with your children?

Can you prepare a meal together, eat, and then talk about beneficial things to help your children? What about going outside to parks, malls, and other places to have a good time with your family members? Can you do tasks together with your children? Lastly, do you think that your children will ever forget these good times? No, they will remember this type of family love for as long as they live.

Protect Your Vehicle

On April 30, 2026, Bronx District Attorney Darcel Clark and NYC Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch had a press conference about the arrest of 11 individuals. These 11 individuals and an additional

5 other individuals were charged in an indictment that contained 971 counts of alleged vehicle theft and other auto part crimes in the Bronx and in other parts of NYC.

There were videos showing these individuals locating a vehicle. Then, using power tools, they would allegedly remove the tires, the rims, and the catalytic converter within minutes. Next, at a later time, the owners would find their vehicle on top of milk crates.

Bottom line: Can you believe that these thefts negatively affected 252 vehicle owners? So, I want to encourage our vehicle owners to please protect your vehicle. Thank you.

Close

God is good. Therefore, with lots of love and positive discipline, let’s help our family members to always do the right things. Also, let’s do our best to always show love, kindness, and respect towards them and to everyone. Thank you.

Contact Information

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

I will never ask for or accept money from anyone. Therefore, please do not respond to any message with my name on it that requests money, money transfers, gift cards, personal information, or anything from you. And, please do not ever send money or anything to anyone because you saw my name on any type of message.

Also, please call me ONLY at 718-671-4544 if you would like to have a brief discussion with me. And, please hang up your phone immediately if someone calls you and says that they’re Daryl Johnson or is associated with me and asks you for money or anything else. Please stay strong and do not fall for any type of scam.

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

A Message from the Parking Department:

Please SLOW DOWN and heed traffic signs within the garages. Driving fast in these areas is dangerous and can cause damage to your vehicle, damage to other vehicles or injury to pedestrians.

Please use caution!

Candidates’ Forum –––––

(Continued from page 6)

the shareholders are foremost in my mind. And we’re in the boardroom working as a team. I’m always a team member, understanding that all our collective decisions how it will affect the shareholders in terms of customer service, affordability, and improving our infrastructure. Always having that in mind when I’m working with the team.

Idalia Reyes: What’s better than a shareholder’s point of view, right? This is why I’m stepping in, because I will be speaking on behalf and I’ll be representing the community. So I look through the point of view of a shareholder.

Aaron Carnegie: It’s a customer service approach. Because it’s how Management treats the shareholders, how the Board treats the shareholders, and how the vendors treat the shareholders. We should not be disrespected by anyone who comes into our community.

Lynette Wright: I think that the outcome that we always want, obviously, is that the shareholders are satisfied. That we are maintaining our affordability. My perspective that I always come from is that my opinion, personally, does not matter. What matters is the facts, and what is the outcome, and how is this going to lead, whatever decision that we make, to ultimately being a better community. So, I’m just a very fact-oriented person. There are feelings that are in there, but those feelings are making sure that everybody is taken care of.

Nero Graham: Customer service, but number one has to be the shareholders. And I see it as working directly for the shareholders and letting them know that they are my boss. They elected me. They put me here. And I will continue to do the customer services part and work with the employees also…

After the final question, candidates delivered their closing statements. Shareholders were then encouraged to remind their neighbors to vote in the 2026 Board of Directors Election.

Committee Report ––––– (Continued

from page 5)

be pretty clear. If a Shareholder needs some extra explanation, contact YesElections or just look for the people with the pom-poms.

We’re looking for an army of pom-pom wielding Operation Quick Quorum recruits to linger in each lobby at all hours, especially when people are coming home in the evening, to provide that extra explanation.

And that’s it. Grab a green pom-pom and tell a neighbor: The Ballots are Coming! And then we’ll all take it from there.

*To volunteer and to get your pom-pom, please email Riverbay2026Election@RiverbayCorp.com. We deliver!

NAACP

The NAACP marches to defend democracy and combat racism and discrimination in communities across the country. Located in the Einstein Community Center, Rm. 36, we meet on the fourth Sunday of the month at 3 p.m. The office hours are Monday & Wednesday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

The NAACP Tennessee State Conference filed a lawsuit to block the State’s plan to silence Black representation.

Tennessee’s lawmakers passed maps to redraw the state’s only majority-Black district. This move divides the Black vote and minimizes its influence. “This fight is about protecting our voting rights, our voices, and our democracy. A democracy without Black representation is not a democracy. It is a direct attack on our democracy and our Constitution to dismantle majority-Black districts,” said Kristen Clarke, NAACP General Counsel; https://naacp.org/articles/naacp-sues-tennessee-block-its-attempteliminate-black-voting-district

Jim Crow 2.0: Civil Rights Leaders Sound Alarm on SAVE America Act

The bill “is not about protecting our elections,” the NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund says. “It’s about disguising voter suppression.”

What is the SAVE America Act?

The SAVE America Act is a piece of legislation that would result in three major changes to how we vote:

The legislation would require Americans to provide documentary evidence of their citizenship when they register to vote, though they’re already required to attest —under penalty of perjury—that they’re citizens when they register. It would also mandate proof of residence as part of the registration process.

The legislation would implement a nationwide photo ID requirement to cast a ballot, relying on a narrower list of acceptable IDs than what currently exists in most states. For instance, it would bar the use of student IDs, even those issued by state universities, as valid identification.

The legislation would heighten the difficulty of voting by mail, restricting who can cast a ballot by mail without showing valid identification. This is despite evidence that the practice is secure and widely used, including by Trump and other Republicans.

Today, we march. Tomorrow, we organize. In November, WE VOTE!

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Looking to make an even greater impact? Become a champion for change and join us to keep advancing Annual Membership – Adult: $30, Youth: $10, Silver Life: $1000. Make ck/mo. payable to: NAACP Co-op City. Mailing address: NAACP Co-op City, 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 36, Bronx, NY 10475. To become a member online, go to: www.naacp.org membership. Select Co-op City (2210) and join. To leave a message, call the office phone at: 718-320-3210 or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com.

—Brenda Brown

Director

’

s Viewpoint Leslie Peterson

My Choices This Board Election

It is that time of year when important decisions regarding governance are made. As voters prepare to cast their ballots, it is essential to understand the role and responsibilities of a Board of Directors. A board is responsible for reviewing and establishing long-term goals, approving major projects, examining financial statements, budgets, and organizational performance, and ensuring compliance with legal regulations, ethical standards, and corporate policies. Board members also evaluate the performance of executive leadership and finalize decisions by voting on key issues and resolutions that impact the community and its future.

Best practices in a Board decision-making process begin with the understanding that everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion. In any organization, the challenge is balancing an individual’s right to express differing viewpoints with the Board’s responsibility to make collective decisions that serve the best interests of the organization as a whole. Differences of opinion are both natural and valuable. A strong Board functions most effectively when members engage professionally, listen to one another, and work together toward common goals.

In advance of voting, Board members receive prepared agendas prior to meetings. This process helps streamline meetings by reducing lengthy discussions and updates that can often be addressed through email communication. Such pre-meeting planning allows members the opportunity to review materials in advance and come prepared to make thoughtful, informed, and quality decisions.

Following this review period, the Board convenes for a briefing session where additional discussion takes place based on the agenda. This serves as another important step in the decision-making process, allowing for clarification, questions, and further evaluation of the matters at hand.

Once these procedures have been completed, the matter is formally presented at the Board meeting, where a proper motion is made and a vote is taken. Ultimately, effective Boards recognize that disagreement is part of governance, but endless opposition without collaboration can undermine productivity and morale. The goal is not unanimity at all costs, but respectful deliberation followed by efficient and

responsible decision-making.

WHEN YOU GET YOUR BALLOT, VOTE YES TO THE REFERENDUM.

I have co-sponsored a change to the By-laws that will make our voting procedures easier to understand and cost effective for those who wish to participate in the election process.

Changes to Riverbay Corporation By-Laws refer to instances when someone resigns, transitions or is removed from the Board. Shareholders should never have to choose more than five (5) candidates. Each year, five (5) Board member seats are up for election. The way they are now, it could be 6 or more. The replacement is someone who was a candidate immediately prior and obtained votes already from the community. I hope you vote yes and pass the referendum.

I have been fortunate to have peers on the Board who come with substantial skills and knowledge. They feel a need to assist various shareholders, propel us into the future, and most of all, listen and act upon shareholder concerns, not just when it’s election time but throughout the year.

I support Change You Can See and Leadership You Can Trust. Shareholders who work together to make us STRONGER. Going forward, we need those who have been working and will continue to advocate for expanding our sources of income from solar panel energy projects and EV chargers to redefining policy to improve accountability, working with elected officials to develop a center for our underserved population, and investing in our community now for lower cost in the future by improving our technology services for easier access with strong security. We need Rod Saunders, Lynette Wright, Idalia Reyes and Aaron Carnegie. Advocates for Safety, Service and continued Affordability.

It is very important for our community to re-establish ourselves as a strong voting bloc. We need to vote in this election and local races; they truly affect our everyday life. Our elected officials, along with our management company, have secured money for us and allowed us to handle many infrastructure items we (along with many other Mitchell-Lama’s) were mandated to address! We must continue to do our part to ensure continued attention. VOTE!

Building and Grounds

At our recent meeting held the first Monday of the month, our deputy general manager of Operations, Mr. Dwayne Scott, reviewed the process regarding Riverbay Corporation’s agreement with Optimum and Verizon. Sections are being done in reverse order (started with Section 5) and as they get to your building or townhouse area, more information will be shared by your Association president. Once your area is activated, a Verizon representative will coordinate sign up dates with your president.

Building presidents raised concerns about various issues including elevator intercom problems, number signage in buildings (mainly towers), Amazon locker functionality, and some building janitorial concerns. With Spring officially here and Summer peeking in, Michael Ambo, director of Grounds, provided updates on spring landscaping preparations, including reseeding grass areas, planting tulips, and shrub/tree replacement.

Residential Sales: As of the end of April 2026, we had 27 new shareholders added to our community. Co-op City, being one of the more affordable locations in the city, had only 15 moveouts for the month of April. Currently, there are 205 vacant units with 4 being off the rent roll for reason, 137 not restored and the remainder in various stages of sale. No meeting was held for the month of May.

SAVE THE DATE:

• The next Community Board 10 monthly General Board/Public Meeting will take place at the Bartow Center, Rm. 31, on Thursday, May 21, at 7 p.m. If you have questions or want additional information, you can contact the Community Board at 718892-1161 or email bx10@cb.nyc.gov.

• Mark your calendar for Co-op City’s Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, August 4, from 4-8 p.m. featuring DJ HOLLYWOOD and fun activities.

Quote: “When you have decided what you believe, what you feel must be done, have the courage to stand alone and be counted.” –Eleanor Roosevelt

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

African-American Association Monthly Meeting

The association’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting will be held this Saturday, May 17, at the Dreiser Community Center at 3 p.m. prompt. It will be a follow-up of last month’s meeting where financial literacy issues were discussed. So, members and the community at-large are encouraged to attend the meeting, as the conversation will be based on wills, trusts, and estates. Kindly invite others to be part of this wonderful session.

More so, the association’s monthly program themed “The Conversation” will start this month with the topic “Black is Black.” This month’s program has been fixed for Saturday, May 23, from 12 p.m.-2 p.m. Programs 2026

The association reviewed its 2026 programs and concluded that since the recess will be in the months of July and August, all other programs should be suspended until September when we will resume after summer. To this, the monthly general meeting of June, which falls on Father’s Day weekend, will be on the last Sunday of the month of June, the 28th. Kindly mark your calendar for the change.

Both the entrepreneurial event and the Marcus Garvey Drum Circle previously planned for the month of June will be canceled.

Juneteenth Cultural Getaway

As a member organization of the Coalition of African American Churches & Community Organizations of Co-op City, Inc. (CAACCO), we encourage members who would like to celebrate Juneteenth by attending the Cultural Getaway to Washington, DC to the National Museum of Black History and Culture to take note of the final date of payment. Tentatively, the last day of payment is May 20, and there are still a few seats left for the 54 bus passengers. So, spread the message so that this opportunity could be properly utilized in the next few days. The overnight road trip is scheduled for June 20-21, as the bus will leave on Saturday morning by 8 a.m. and return from DC by 5 p.m.

—Toba Adeyemi LaCrown

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Greetings, members and friends.

We hope this finds everyone safe and well. Hopefully, all mothers enjoyed their special day. Fellows, your day of celebration is coming up next month.

Theater Committee – “Joe Turner’s Come and Gone” on May 20 is sold out. The van will pick up on Dreiser Loop, in front of H&R Block at 11:30 a.m. sharp. The van will leave promptly at 12 p.m., with no exceptions. Questions can be addressed to Francine Jones at 718-671-5957.

Sight and Sound “Joshua” – Tuesday, June 2. The bus will pick up on Dreiser Loop in front of H&R Block at 6 a.m. sharp. The bus will depart promptly at 6:30 a.m., with no exceptions. The show is at 11 a.m. with lunch to follow at 2:30 p.m. at Miller’s Smorgasbord. Ticket price is $225. Questions can be addressed to Serita Greyson at 347-564-5722

June Luncheon – Wednesday, June 10, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Marina del Rey. Ticket price is $130. Transportation is included on a first-paid, first-seated basis. Contact Daisy Young at 917-292-7010, Ted Byrd at 917797-9230 or Lillian Odom at 347-678-0745 for tickets and information.

Happy Birthday – Cheers to all our May birthday celebrants. We wish you a happy birthday with peace, love, and happiness throughout the year.

Condolences – We continue to keep our bereaved members in our thoughts and prayers.

Good and Welfare – Our get-well wishes continue for Jesse Birth. Please continue to keep Jay McKenzie, Leonard Murrel, and James Stanton in prayer. Please notify Lorraine Parker at 718-671-6403 of any member illnesses or deaths.

Membership Committee – Annual membership dues are $25. Questions may be addressed to Mary at 718-655-9170.

General Meeting – Our next general membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 3, at 1 p.m. in the Dreiser Center, Auditorium C. This will be our last meeting before our summer break. We look forward to seeing you there.

—Georgianna Rodriguez

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

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

Kids Game Day – On Saturday, May 23, from 3 p.m.-5 p.m. the Building 10 Association (in the association room) will present “Kids Game Day.” We will have games such as Chess, Go Fish, Old Maid, UNO, Jenga, Giant Connect 4, and many more activities.Parent must be present. Snacks will be served.

Building 10 Association Dues – The collection of building association dues for 2026 has begun. Building association dues are $10 per apartment. You can bring your dues to the building association meeting or give them to any executive board member. Please note, the money collected is used for association-related expenses, i.e. flyers, meeting and party supplies, and refreshments, etc.

Reminder of the Week: Recyclables – All cooperators are reminded that boxes need to be broken down and recyclables need to be rinsed with water to reduce vermin before being placed in the compactor room. All other items must be taken down to the basement and placed near the Ash Cart room. Building 10 is our building; let’s take care of it.

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

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

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

We would like to wish all who are born this month an incredibly happy birthday.

Celebrating an anniversary this month? Happy Anniversary!

To the homebound and sick, we wish you a speedy recovery.

To all who have lost a loved one recently, we offer our deepest condolences. “And still, I rise.” —Maya Angelou

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Mother’s Day 2026 brought some beautiful, though all-too-brief, sunshine. Our family time was filled with warmth and joy—how was yours? Feel free to share. Thank you to all the children who gave their mothers their time and thoughtful surprises. It is true that there is joy in giving, and our children brought us great joy.

Neighbors, this is your weekly article. Please send me your Co-op City photos for review; if appropriate, I will forward them for publication. Photos should be relevant to Co-op City. This week’s issue includes a great deal of important information, including New York City proposals for future childcare cost changes. Please stay informed about these proposals. Catch up on Board resolutions and read about what took place at the forums. It is important to know the questions others are asking. Be sure to pick up the Co-op City Times.

Have you begun reading up on the candidates? Is your neighbor a candidate? The candidates state the issues that are important to them; now align your issues with theirs. The result is who you vote for. Also discuss your vote with your co-shareholders. One vote per unit. Look, rules for washers and dryers are stipulated in this week’s issue.

For a Board election to be valid, the number of votes must meet quorum numbers. Though you may be living in the apartment with someone, it’s one vote per unit. You complain about resolutions, noise, garbage, and the variety of businesses, but you haven’t done anything. This is your chance, VOTE! Make the choices that will affect the changes.

What’s next? We are honoring nurses right now in the Bronx. Mark it on your calendar so next year you will know that there is a week dedicated to nurses and one celebrating the Bronx. Now is the time to set it up.

We needed the downpours of rain we have had over the past two weeks. It really poured over the Broun Place Lake. We have reported this deluge and its problems. I shouldn’t have gone out in it, but I did and got a good soak. For your information, a report has been submitted on Lake Broun Place and its problems.

The trees around the lower dumpster pad have been trimmed and the space brightened. It is so much easier now to get rid of garbage. Thank you, Grounds department.

May birthday tributes to all celebrating, including our grandson, Ben. We also pay tribute to our Miki; her birthday is May 21. It has been three years since she transitioned.

Remember, eat healthy. Lots of greens, reds, browns, and other colors on your plate mean a variety in veggies and fruits. Enjoy these guilt free.

Thank you to everyone working to keep Broun Place beautiful. Neighbors, don’t forget, prepare to vote.

—Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Building 13 Association

Shortly, we will be placing a notice in the building and inviting families to sign up for a bowling trip we are trying to put together. We will have a special meeting and other information before we finalize so we can see if there is enough interest. Keep your eyes glued, never know what you will learn. We are trying to see if we can make the price reasonable. Thank you, Elena and Wendell.

Happy Birthday Taurus (April 20 – May 20). Taurus is a grounded, reliable Earth sign known for being patient, practical, and hardworking, with a deep appreciation for luxury, comfort, and sensual pleasures. Ruled by Venus, they are dedicated and loyal in relationships, though notoriously stubborn and resistant to change. They are logical and patient, often acting as a calm, calming influence in chaotic situations. They are self-reliant go-getters who, when motivated, can work tirelessly until a task is done. Happy Birthday Malcolm.

Save The Date

The next Community Board 10 monthly General Board/Public Meeting will take place at the Bartow Center, Rm. 31 on Thursday, May 21, at 7 p.m. If you have questions or want additional information, you can contact the Community Board at 718-892-1161 or email bx10@cb.nyc.gov

Tickets are on sale for the Bldg. 13/NAACP Summer Sunset Cruise scheduled for Friday, September 11, 2026. Please see the flyer in your bulletin board. For additional information, contact the number below in the article or call NAACP: 718-320-3210, Monday or Wednesday, from 10-1 p.m. First deposit is due by June 20.

Mark your calendar for Co-op City’s Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, August 4, from 4-8 p.m. featuring DJ Hollywood and fun activities.

Summer Fun Day

Section 2 Summer Fun Day will be held on June 27 from 12-5 p.m. near Carver Loop and Casals Place. Please see the notice in the bulletin board to secure your table. Thus far, we have received additional sponsorship from McCalls Bronxwood Funeral Home, Bob’s Discount Furniture, the Goodyear Tire Store, and Attorney Stephen Kaufman.

FYI: Our building is a non-profit 501c3 and we are thankful for the consideration of our Councilman Kevin Riley and the NYC Council’s supportempowering local groups to meet crucial needsand offercultural programs.

The success of our association depends on active participation from residents. “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” —Coretta Scott King

Visit our Facebook page at: “Building 13 Association Inc. Co-op City” or visit our website at: https://www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson, president, at 718-320-1370 or Wendell Mattison, VP, at 917-330-1380. Thank you for supporting our team.

—Leslie Peterson

Building 15B Association

Hello, neighbors.

We would like to invite you to our next Building Association meeting that will be on Thursday, May 21, at 6:30 p.m. in our meeting room in the rear lobby of Building 15B.

We will have a guest speaker, director of Restoration, Mr. Edgar Perez. Please come down to our meeting. If you have any questions or concerns, he will gladly answer them.

We would like to welcome any new cooperators to the building and invite them to join us at our meeting. Please make every effort to attend and bring a neighbor. Refreshments will be served, and we will also have a 50/50 raffle. If you have any questions or concerns, you can send an email tobuilding15bassoc@gmail.com.

Thank you.

Sandy Krasnove

Building 33 Association

Resident Updates

The Building 33 Association continues to focus on improving communication, strengthening our community, and making steady progress on building initiatives.

Association Room Improvements Continue

We are happy to share that the new sink and cabinets have now been installed in the Building 33 Association room.

We would like to thank Riverbay Management, along with Mr. Peter Gjoni and Mr. Joshua Collazo, for helping coordinate and complete the installation work.

We would also like to recognize and thank Jill Felix, a fellow Building 33 resident, for volunteering her time to help provide room access for the crews, assist with securing the room, and actively support ongoing Association efforts. Her continued involvement and willingness to help have been greatly appreciated.

While this phase of the project has been completed, additional room improvements are still being explored, including painting and potential electrical upgrades to better support future use of the space.

We are excited to continue improving the room and expanding its use for meetings, programming, and community activities.

Upcoming Community Events

As improvements to the association room continue, we are looking forward to beginning more social and community-focused events.

We are currently planning to begin with a community game night, followed by additional events such as a future paint-and-sip style gathering.

More details will be shared in the coming weeks.

Call for Local Artist

We are still looking for an artist interested in painting directly onto a large canvas-style curtain in the Association room.

The selected artist will have creative freedom to design a piece suitable for a shared community space. Interested artists should be prepared to share examples of their work or a concept idea.

The finished piece will be featured in a year-end silent auction, with all proceeds going to the artist.

If you are interested, please reach out to us for more details.

Building Dues & Association Updates

The Building 33 Association has officially obtained an EIN number and is continuing work toward establishing an Association bank account as part of the process for launching annual building dues.

Additional information will be shared with residents soon.

We are also currently seeking a treasurer for the Association. Residents interested in getting involved are encouraged to contact us.

Riverbay Elections

The Riverbay Board Candidates’ Forums have now concluded. Residents are encouraged to stay informed, participate in the voting process, and encourage neighbors to do the same.

Strong voter turnout helps ensure Building 33 has a stronger voice within the community.

Resident Info Sheet – Stay Connected

If you have not yet completed the Building 33 Resident Information Sheet, we encourage you to do so.

Visit: www.WeAreBuilding33.org

Stay Connected

For updates, notices, and announcements: www.WeAreBuilding33.org

Questions or comments: contact@WeAreBuilding33.org

Next Meeting: Thursday, May 28, at 7:30 p.m.

All residents are encouraged to attend.

—Tobias Garcia

DID YOU KNOW... There is a Lost and Found located in the Bartow Community Center Public Safety office. Please check there if you have recently lost keys, glasses, or other items.

Goose Island Seniors

Norwegian Greek Isle Cruise – May 18-27. Price: $3293-3945. Call: 646579-1701

Goose Island Seniors Indoor Picnic Party – Fri., June 5, at 1 p.m. in our club, Rm. 39. Members only. Covered dish. Bring something or $20 at door. Members with birthdays in June enter for free.

Tropicana Atlantic City – Sat., June 6. Price: $70; bonus, $10 slot play. Bus leaving Einstein Loop pizza shop at 9 a.m., Asch Loop library at 9:15 a.m., and Dreiser Loop hardware store at 9:30 a.m. Call: 646-579-1701.

Tropicana Atlantic City – Thurs., June 11. Adults only. Price: $70; bonus, $10 slot play. Bus arriving at Einstein Loop at 8:15 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:40 a.m., and Dreiser Loop at 8:50 a.m. Balance due.

Niagara Falls and Toronto Trip – July 6-10. Sold out

Sesame Place – Langhorne, PA. Sun., July 12. Price: $90 per person. Bus arriving at 135 Einstein Loop at 7:45 a.m., 2049 Asch Loop by library at 8 a.m., and 129 Dreiser Loop by Dal Hardware at 8:10 a.m. Call: 646-579-1701.

Resorts Atlantic City – Tues., July 14. Adults only. Price: $70; bonus, $10 slot play. Bus arriving at Einstein Loop at 8:15 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:40 a.m., and Dreiser Loop at 8:50 a.m. Balance due: June 15.

Nordic Lodge & Foxwood Casino – Sat., Aug. 1. Price: $230. Call: 646579-1701.

Tropicana Atlantic City – Tues., Aug. 11. Adults only. Price: $70; bonus, $10 slot play. Bus arriving at Einstein Loop at 8:15 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:40 a.m., and Dreiser Loop at 8:50 a.m. Balance due: July 13.

Holiday Hills Senior Day Picnic – Prospect, CT; Aug. 25. Price: $140.

Resorts Atlantic City – Thurs., Sept. 10. Adults only. Price: $70, bonus, $18 slot play. Bus arriving at Einstein Loop at 8:15 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:40 a.m.,

Black Forum

Emergency Food Pantry

920 Baychester Ave., Bldg. 1A (opposite basketball court). The pantry is open on Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for grocery distribution. Guests are eligible to pick up food once a month. All guests must present a pantry card, at least four to six clean shopping bags with handles and a shopping cart to receive food. We will not place food in black bags because they pose a safety hazard. Section 5 guests should visit the Co-op City United Methodist Church at 2350 Palmer Avenue to pick up groceries. This distribution site is open on Thursdays from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. The groceries are supplied by and distributed by Black Forum. Religious affiliation is not required. For the safety of our staff and other guests, mask-wearing is required when picking up food.

To ensure the well-being of our staff, volunteers, and all guests, we reserve the right to refuse service to anyone who engages in disruptive or aggressive behavior. We will also cease service if an individual poses a risk to the safety of our staff or other guests.

New Guest Registration & Re-Certification for Returners Registration for new clients and recertification for returners closed on April 30, 2026. We thank everyone for their patience as we navigated through the process.

Fundraisers & Fun!

Black Forum is happy to announce the pickup times for the Saturday, June 27, Tropicana Atlantic City trip: 920 Baychester Ave. at 8:40 a.m.; Asch Loop (behind library) at 9:10 a.m.; 135 Einstein Loop (outside Community Center) at 9:30 a.m. Please be early. Also, remember your assigned seat to ensure a quick departure. We look forward to seeing you!

Joshua at Sight & Sound and Shady Maple Smorgasbord – Friday, August 21, 2026. The $225 total covers a full day of inspiration and dining. With only a few seats left, secure your spot now. Final payments are due now. All bookings are non-refundable. Call 917-209-5334 or 929-464-5520. Contact Us: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com ––D. Illis

WHISTLEBLOWER ANONYMOUS HOTLINE

and Dreiser Loop at 8:50 a.m. Balance due: Aug. 10.

Wind Creek Casino – Bethlehem, PA; Tues., Oct. 6. Price: $70; bonus, $25 for play.

Resort World Casino – Monticello, NY; Tues., Nov. 10. Price: $70; bonus, $25 slot play, $15 food voucher.

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

Bingo – Mon., Wed., and Fri., 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for 3 cards; $0.25 each additional card. Twelve games and jackpot. Refreshments.

Game Day – Tues. and Thurs., between 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dominoes, movies, socializing and more. Members only. Refreshments.

To All Members: Happy Birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of May: Marjorie Walters, Jacqueline Roy-Twiggs, Dorothy Drayton, Emma Rumph, Mary Pilla (Deceased), Becky Reyes, Anita Peele, Doris Bailey, Juliana Wattley-Epps, Gerald “Jerry” Ortiz, Vivian Melendez-Vazquez, Geneva Lindsey, Gloria Doran, Carmen Crespo, Hattie Overman and Denise Shields. Birthday Cake celebration on Wed., May 20, during halftime of bingo.

Sick and Shut-in – Myrna Witherspoon, Sandra Cortez-Johnson, and Araida (Greta) Feliciano.

Our club is located at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475, the Section 5 Community Center. Phone: 718-379-9613. Stephen Cell: 347-847-1941 (Zelle available). Our email address is goose.island@optonline.net. Cash App: $StephenCarlSr. Membership dues are $30 annually.

Good health to all.

—Stephen Roberts, Sr.

Caregivers Outreach

A stroke is near the top of the list of medical emergencies. Time is of the essence when dealing with a stroke, so it’s treated as a top priority in emergency rooms and healthcare settings. The American Stroke Association F.A.S.T. Acronym, put into action, can save a life.

So, what exactly is a stroke? It’s when blood flow to part of the brain stops or reduces, meaning the brain doesn’t get enough oxygen or nutrients. There are two main types: ischemic stroke (when an artery gets blocked) and hemorrhagic stroke (when a blood vessel bursts). Both types can be harmful, leading to trouble moving, talking, or even death. Knowing the signs of a stroke is essential. F.A.S.T.: F-Face drooping: If someone’s face suddenly looks uneven when they try to smile, it could be a sign of a stroke. A-Arm weakness: If one of their arms is weak or numb, it might mean they’re having a stroke. S-Speech difficulty: If their speech is suddenly weird or they can’t talk right, it’s time to act fast. T-Time to call for help: If you see any of these signs, don’t wait. Call emergency services immediately and note the time the symptoms began. Acting quickly can make a difference.

Other signs of stroke include a sudden bad headache, feeling dizzy, or trouble seeing. While F.A.S.T. helps us notice stroke, it’s also important to watch for any other strange changes in how someone acts or feels. The best way to deal with a stroke is to stop it from happening in the first place. That means living a healthy life: exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet, maintaining a healthy weight, managing stress, and avoiding excessive smoking and drinking. These things can lower your chance of having a stroke. Also, it’s good to know what might raise your risk of having a stroke, like getting older, having specific health problems, or having family members who’ve had strokes. If you talk to your doctor about these things, you can work together to stay healthy and lower your risk.

If you have knowledge or a concern of possible violations of law, accounting irregularities, or other suspected wrongdoing affecting Riverbay, you are encouraged to report it to law enforcement, or you may report it through an anonymoushotline by the following methods: Go to an independent website, www.lighthouse-services.com/riverbaycorp to complete an online disclosure form; Call the following independent third party whistleblower hotline at 1-833290-0009 (English); or 1-800-2161288 (Spanish); Email: reports@lighthouse-services. com; or Send a fax to (215) 689-3885 (the email or fax must include “Riverbay” in the subject of the report).

Stroke awareness is a collective responsibility. By sharing the signs and risks of stroke with your friends, family caregivers, and loved ones, you can help them recognize and respond to a stroke. Sharing knowledge could save a life, so let’s do our part to spread this vital information. In the end, a stroke is a significant emergency that needs fast action. Knowing the F.A.S.T. signs and acting quickly when we see them can save lives and make strokes less scary. Let’s all promise to be watchful, ready, and smart in the fight against stroke. It is that time of year to nominate a family caregiver, friend, employee, spouse, co-worker, neighbor, or youth. We are excited to celebrate 20 years of service. The Annual Family Caregivers Gala will take place on Saturday, November 14, 2026. Let’s advocate, support, and recognize unsung heroes. Complete the nomination form on our website www.comeoutreach.org.

—Diane Cooper

IMPORTANT!

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

National Council of Negro Women

Bethune-Height Recognition Program (BHRP) – If you are reading this on Saturday afternoon, May 16, you missed the opportunity to attend a very special occasion with the National Council of Negro Women. There will be representatives from the 19 sections of NCNW in New York State attending. Across the country in May, NCNW sections and members of the affiliate organizations of NCNW, and their guests are saluting two stalwart Black women who are no longer with us but are legendary figures in our country’s history. Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune was an influential educator and activist who founded the National Council of Negro Women in 1935. Dr. Dorothy I. Height was president of NCNW for more than fifty years and managed to obtain our national headquarters on real estate that was once a slave auction site but is now a prestigious address in Washington, D.C. This organization, now in its 91st year, has programs grounded on a foundation of critical concerns that promote education; encourages entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and economic stability; educates women about health and promotes healthcare access, and promotes civic engagement and advocates for sound public policy and social justice. Our headquarters building, on the corridors of power, Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington, D.C., is maintained by us. Our community programs across our nation and internationally are maintained by us. This Bethune-Height Recognition Program is one of the vehicles used by our organization to honor the work of outstanding women in our communities and for our national NCNW leaders to visit us. So sorry that you missed it! Perhaps we’ll see you next year!

Social Justice Committee – Don’t forget tomorrow! Sunday, May 17, starting at 10 a.m.! Come join us as we celebrate Bronx Week 2026! All are welcome as we celebrate the heart and spirit of our borough at our annual Bronx Week Parade! Bring your family, your friends, and your Bronx pride as we come together for a day of culture, community, and celebration. Don’t miss it starting at Mosholu Parkway and Hull Avenue. For more information, contact ngomez@ bronxbp.nyc.gov.

Health Committee – Our Saturday morning GirlTrek group has begun its spring walking season on Saturday mornings at 9 a.m.! The weather is perfect for a delightful half-hour walk with a fun group of women on the Greenway. If you missed it today, don’t miss it again next Saturday! For more information, contact co-chairs Keisha Keelen at 917-697-4854 or Farah Martin at 917-8062534. Our Health Committee sponsors these walks together as a shared mission of health, unity, and Black girl power.

NCNW National – Start making your plans now for National Council of Negro Women’s 2026 National Convention. Our convention will be from October 21–25 in Atlanta, Georgia.

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

—Joyce Howard

Greater Love Refuge Ministries

“Then He said, ‘Go out, and stand on the mountain before the Lord.’ And behold, the Lord passed by and a great and strong wind tore into the mountains and broke the rocks in pieces before the Lord, but the Lord was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but he Lord was not in the earthquake; and after the earthquake a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire; and after the fire a still small voice.” 1 Kings 19:11-12

Spiritual Food for Thought: Refuse to allow the perplexities of these days to overcome your sense of purpose. You have things to do, but you cannot allow circumstances to interrupt your spiritual flow. You cannot accomplish all things at once, but you can take them one at a time and keep your sanity. Let the Spirit of the Lord lead, guide, direct, and protect you.

Greater Love Refuge Ministries, Inc., is a non-denominational, multi-generational, teaching, preaching, faith & Bible-way ministry with a ‘Bapticostal’ flavor, under the leadership of Bishop Boyce Landrum. We are conveniently located at 900 Co-op City Blvd. (Bldg. 2A – ground floor), Bronx, NY 10475. Our telephone number is 347-920-5607. Morning worship begins at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday morning. For more information or to view our church calendar, visit our website at greaterloverefugeministries.org

We invite you to join our weekly Prayer Line every Wednesday afternoon at 12:30 p.m.-1 p.m., and Thursday evening from 8 p.m.-9 p.m. You are welcome to listen quietly, bring a testimony of praise, a Scripture reading, a song or a specific prayer request. Also, Presiding Elder Carol Landrum hosts a weekly “Command Your Week” devotional and prayer on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Monday mornings of each month from 6 a.m. to 6:30 a.m. Please call the prayer line to listen to the teachings and prayer. The dial in number for the prayer line is: 1-351-999-3024. As a general courtesy, kindly mute your phone upon entry and when not speaking. The audio recordings for our morning devotionals will be available on our website beginning Tuesday, May 19.

The next session for our Women’s Bible Study series will be held on Wednesday, May 20, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. All are invited to participate or simply listenin to these powerful thought-provoking sessions led by Minister Alecia Benjamin. Class meets on Zoom; Mtg # 5906971593, Tel: 1-929-205-6099 (audio only). Bring your Bible, notebook, pen, and a smile!

Save the Date: Pentecost Sunday is May 24. Our morning worship will include a Minister’s Platform Preaching Service as we usher in the Spirit of Pentecost. Elder William Yancey and Minister Alecia Benjamin are the scheduled messengers of God’s Word. Come out and be blessed in the service – Wear red! Thank you for your continued love and support for the Greater Love Ministry. Grace & Peace.

––Presiding Elder Carol Landrum

Circle of Christ Church Iglesia Circulo de Cristo

A Little Child Shall Lead Them

John MacArthur – “Assaults against children are coming from all directions. Propaganda is embedded in children’s entertainment, in the music they listen to, and in their school curriculum. Media produced for children today is practically all infused with ideas that are purposely designed to undermine bublical values. Parents must work unceasingly to protect our children.”

1. Seal the Word in your Children

Deuteronomy 6:6-9 “These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. Tie them as symbols on your hands and bind them on your foreheads. Write them on the doorframes of your houses and your gates.”

2. Don’t impede children, let them come to God

Luke 18:15-16 “People were bringing babies to Jesus for him to place his hands on them. When the disciples saw this, they rebuked them. Jesus called the children to him and said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.’”

3. You must be like a child – innocent, forgiving, intensely curious, and excited about life

Matthew 18:1-3 “At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, ‘Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?’ He called a little child to him, and placed the child among them. And he said: ‘Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.’”

4. A little child shall lead them – the future millenial kingdom

Isaiah 11:6 “The wolf will live with the lamb, the leopard will lie down with the goat, the calf and the lion and the yearling together; and a little child will lead them.”

Schedule (147 Dreiser Loop)

Join us on May 30 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. for a Mental Health Counseling Symposium

Suggested donation: $20.

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

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

Tuesday – Prayer at 10 a.m.

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

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

Friday – Spanish Bible Study at 12 p.m. & Youth Service, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Saturday – Women’s Fellowship, second Saturday, 12-3 pm Young Adults, third Saturday, 12-3 p.m.

Men’s Fellowship, fourth Saturday, 12-3 p.m.

Blessings in Christ.

—Pastor Luis

F. Ramos Jr.

Pentecostal Tabernacle

The Pentecostal Tabernacle welcomes everyone to attend worship service at 100 Co-op City Blvd., Building 22A. Mailing address: P.O. Box 204, Bronx, NY 10475.

Sunday School for all age groups begins at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday morning. Worship service starts at 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m. in the sanctuary. Wednesdays: Prayer and fasting service will be held from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Prayer meeting and Bible study will also be held every Wednesday evening starting at 7:30 p.m. Fridays: Worship service will be held at 7:30 p.m. All night services and Wednesday morning service will be held online. To join, please call 727-731-4156.

May the rich blessings of GOD be with you all as we all continue to walk in His love.

Focus: The faith of the apostle Paul was active and visible, impacting the lives of multitudes everywhere he went. Likewise, our faith in Jesus Christ should impact those around us. PAUL was a native of Tarsus in Asia Minor, and although he was Grecian Jew; he was a strict Pharisee. Paul was born a Roman citizen and after receiving his education in Tarsus he came to Jerusalem and studied at the feet of Gamaliel who was a Pharisee and a celebrated doctor of the law. However, he bitterly opposed the church and became one of the leaders in persecution against the Christians, until he met Jesus who said “Saul, Saul why persecutes thou me?” Saul’s conversion shows how a man can be fearfully wrong and yet think that he is right, it also shows how no case is hopeless when we turn our lives over to God. Here we see how Paul wrote words of encouragement to the church.

They are as follow: (Romans 1:14-17) “I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and the unwise. So, as much as in me is, I am ready to preach the gospel to you that are at Rome also. For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to everyone that believeth, to the Jews first, and to the Greeks for therein is the Righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, the just shall live by faith.” (I am a debtor.) Paul described his debt as being one to two cultures, to the Greeks and those who are not, he was prepared to discharge his debt to all men, whether educated or uneducated, whether cultured or uncultured. His commitment included the people of Rome, the most influential and cosmopolitan city in the world. The heart of Paul’s message was faith in Jesus Christ, by which all could come before the presence of God with equal standing, and all could receive the gift of eternal life. For further information, call 718-324-0334 or 646-8069449.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Happy Saturday, neighbors. I hope when you read this, it finds you in good standing. Remember this afternoon, May 16, from 3:30-8 p.m. in Dreiser, Rm. 2 is the Mother’s Month Soiree. Come celebrate all mothers, whether they be natural or figurative. We honor you all.

The association is super grateful to Riverbay Corporation’s own Mr. Omar DeLosAngeles, Mr. Brandon Rosario, and Ms. Vanessa Aldea for the expedited service of spot painting in common areas and also restoring the buckled flooring in the association room that has been damaged by a flood. The Building 6 Association is always facilitating the best practices for its residents. Remember, there is no unity without CommUnity

Compactor Room Etiquette: Never place raw materials down the chute. Always rinse cans, glass containers, and plastics and place them into the clear recycle bag. All household items and bulk boxes should

Church of the New Vision

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

Our Scripture of Meditation for 2026 is: Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus.”

Come Fellowship With Us: Sunday School for adults and youths begins at 9:30 a.m. Sunday morning worship service is at 11 a.m. All are welcome. Fasting, prayer, and meditation is the last Wednesday of each month.

Daily Noon Day Prayer Line: 12-12:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. Wednesday Night Bible Study and Prayer from 7-8 p.m. The conference call line number is 646-769-9900; Access Code: 3099088#. Please mute your phone.

Worship Message: “Mother’s Day Scripture”

“Scripture Lesson: 2 Timothy 1:1-5 NIV “I thank God, whom I serve, as my forefathers did, with a clear conscience, as night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. Recalling your tear, I long to see you, so that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded, now lives in you also.” (Proverbs 1:8 & 22:15) Save the Dates

Sunday, May 17 – Women’s Day 11 a.m. service. We ask all women to wear white. Guest speaker, Pastor Diane Simmons, Lifeline Ministries. Theme: “Do You Know Your Worth?”

Saturday, May 23 – Evangelism and Outreach Ministry sponsoring Community Outreach and prayer. Come by and pick up a few things while supplies last, 12-4 p.m. Saturday, June 13 – Youth Graduation Celebration, 12-3 p.m.

Sunday, June 28 – Senior, Family, and Friends Day. Saturday, July 11 – Annual Picnic at Glenn Island Park in New Rochelle for fellowship, fun and food, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Saturday, July 18 – Men’s Service, sponsored by Amen Ministries, 1-4 p.m. Light dinner will be served. All are welcome.

Wednesday, August 12 – Sight & Sound Theatre, “Joshua.” Price: $230 for adults and $185 for youth. Shady Maple Farm Market. Deposit: $50. Due now! Final payment due July 12.

Women’s Fellowship-Women’s Retreat – Spruce Lake Retreat & Conference Center, PA; Sept. 24-26, 2026. Standard Rooms – PP Double: $500/Triple: $440/ Single: $680; includes two nights/three days, six meals, R/T motor-coach transportation, and retreat materials. Deposit: $50 Double or $100 Single. Second deposit of $150 due NOW! Final payment due August 16. Contact: Sis. L. Scott at 718-671-2623, Sis. S. James at 917-6674229 or Sis. H. Smith at 718-708-5035.

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

Please mail contributions, tithes, and offerings to: Church of the New Vision, P.O. Box 75-3037, Bronx, New York 10475.

—Brenda Brown

Building 6 Association

be broken up and taken down to the basements Ash Cart room. Pizza and Chinese food containers should be placed in a clear bag and sealed. Remnants of food attract vermin and roaches, so don’t be a litterbug.

Laundry Room Etiquette: Never spray aerosol disinfectants into the machine, as it could ignite a fire. All loads should be removed within 15 minutes of completion. Used dryer lint debris and emptied detergent containers should be placed into its properly marked receptacle. Parents, be mindful of your children; the laundry room isn’t a playground. We suggest you utilize one of the modernized kiddy parks throughout the campus.

All disabilities aren’t visible. So if anyone in your household is experiencing a mental health crisis, please dial 988. The hotline is armed with mental health professionals 24/7.

As the saying goes, if you see something, say something. Call CCPD at 718-671-3050 or dial NYPD at

911. Our safety is paramount to our overall quality of life. Thank you to Lt. Devalle and Officers Martinez Ruiz and Radio for always checking in on the neighbors; we appreciate them beyond measure.

As always, we pray for safety over all. God speed.

Rivers Run Community Garden

Building 28 Association

Dearest shareholders,

Despite gray skies and passing rain showers, Rivers Run Community Garden was filled with color, laughter, and creativity during our Mother’s Day Paint & Chat celebration this past weekend. Participants painted beautiful floral masterpieces while gathering under tents, sharing stories, meeting new friends, and encouraging one another between raindrops. From first-time painters to seasoned artists, each canvas reflected personal style, joy, and imagination. The event reminded us that art has the power to bring people together and create moments of peace, even on cloudy days. Participants left with paintings, smiles, and new connections formed inside the garden.

Now we look forward to our official Opening Day celebration on May 16 at Rivers Run Community Garden. Join us for a free family fun day filled with community, nature, laughter, and togetherness as we kick off a brand-new garden season.

At Rivers Run, we continue growing more than flowers and vegetables — we grow community.

Beginning May 16, Rivers Run is open to the public onSaturdays & Sundays from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Weekday hours are for members; however, if you see the gate open, please come in.

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.

If you’d like to reach out to us, please email us at Rivers_ run@yahoo.com or call Denise Shelley at 917-232-2982 or Gail Sharbaan at 718-671-3801. Mailing address for dues (checks only): 100 Casals Pl #32K, Bronx, NY 10475.

—Gail Sharbaan

On May 13, we had a wonderful meeting with our guest speaker, Toma Kastrati, interim director of Maintenance. Everyone left feeling informed and engaged. We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Toma for taking the time to share his knowledge and answer questions.

Please keep an eye out for the green ballots. Elections for the Riverbay Board of Directors are now underway. Don’t forget to vote and let your voices be heard. Your participation is important, and every vote matters. We would like to reach a quorum.

We are also still collecting Building 28 Association dues. Please remember that the deadline to pay dues is June 30, 2026.

Lastly, congratulations to the Building 28 Association for securing a second 2026 community leaders grant in the amount of $3,500! This is another great accomplishment for our community, and we look forward to continuing to bring positive programs and opportunities to our residents.

Keep yourself informed. Please check the bulletin board regularly to stay updated on what is happening in your community.

Stay well.

—Brenda Brown

Co-op City Public Safety Dept.

2026 Riverbay Board Election 2026 Riverbay Board Election

2026 RIVERBAY CANDIDATES

1. Michelle Marbury

2. Rod Saunders

3. Monique Coleman

4. Andrea Leslie

5. Idalia Reyes

6. Yanira D. Jaime

7. Aaron Carnegie

8. Lynette Wright

9. Nero Graham

10.Darnell Lopez

11.Keith Logan

BALLOTING

Voting will be conducted by absentee mail-in ballot, Wed., May 20, 2026 – Wed., July 1, 2026

Saturday, May 2

Publication by Co-op City Times of first Election Supplement

Saturday, May 2 First Election Forum, 3 p.m., In-person & broadcast live from Einstein Center

Wednesday, May 6

Saturday, May 9

Second Election Forum, 7 p.m., In-person & broadcast live from Dreiser Center

Publication by Co-op City Times of second Election Supplement

Monday, May 11 Third Election Forum, 7 p.m., In-person & broadcast live from Bartow Center

Saturday, May 16

Publication by Co-op City Times of third Election Supplement

Wednesday, May 20 Annual Meeting, 7 p.m., Bartow Center, Rm. 31, In-person & absentee voting begins at 7 p.m.

Wednesday, July 1

Monday, July 13

Tuesday, July 14

Tuesday, July 14

Election Period & Voting ends unless Quorum not obtained (see extended voting period), or at 9 p.m. on an earlier day, if Election Committee certifies a quorum

Election Committee Public Meeting and Announcement of Final Vote Count of Ballots, Rm. 31, Bartow Center, 7 p.m.; In-person & broadcast

Certification of Election publicly posted by 10 a.m., or as soon hereafter as possible following the Election Certification meeting

Deadline to file written challenges to the election, 5 p.m.

Candidates’ Statements

appear on pages 19-24

NOTE: THE VIEWS EXPRESSED WITHIN ARE SOLELY THOSE OF THE CANDIDATES AND NOT THOSE OF RIVERBAY CORPORATION.

Extended Voting Period (If No Quorum)

Wednesday, July 1-Friday, July 31 – Continue election until July 31 at 9 p.m., or 9 p.m. on an earlier day, if Election Committee certifies a Quorum

BALLOT RETURN PROCEDURE

To ensure the integrity of the election, mail-in ballots must be returned DIRECTLY to YesElections in the stamped, pre-addressed envelope provided with your ballot. Under no circumstance should your election ballot be mailed back or delivered to Riverbay Corporation, or enclosed with your carrying charge payment. Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by Wednesday, July 1, 2026 to count in the election. Please read the directions included with your ballot keenly and vote for up to five candidates. Also vote YES or NO on the referendum question included on your ballot regarding filling vacancies on the Riverbay Board of Directors.

Ask the Candidates

There will be three official Candidates’ Forums in the 2026 Riverbay Board of Directors election. The Election Committee is accepting questions from shareholders to be asked at the forums.

Please send your question, along with your name and building, and which candidate/s the question should be presented to, to Riverbay2026Election@Riverbaycorp.com.

The three Candidates’ Forums will take place on: Sat., May 2, 3 p.m., Einstein, Rm. 45; Wed., May 6, 7:00 p.m., Auditorium B, Dreiser Center; and Monday, May 11, 7:00 p.m., Bartow Center, Rm. 31. Please make every effort to attend to meet and greet the candidates in person.

The Candidates’ Forums will be recorded and broadcast on the Riverbay Crawler at a later date.

Andrea Leslie

Hello, Co-op City. I'm asking for your vote in the upcoming Riverbay Board of Directors election because I wish to help continue the progress we have made to modernize our infrastructure, improve customer service, our quality of life and make space for our youth.

Our community faces an unpredictable world and the potential crisis of out of control gas price increases, unfunded mandates, insurance, water and sewage rate increases. I wish to be part of a progressive Board of Directors prepared to face these challenges, willing to look at all opportunities and directions to find solutions for our community while being responsive, transparent and accountable to you.

While our requests for assistance from our politicians have fallen mostly on deaf ears, I will continue to reach out and work with our political representatives to seek solutions for our community.

Our team brings the expertise to find solutions to our issues while keeping us fiscally sound. I, along with my Team N.O.W. members, am prepared to face these challenges while promoting a healthier community spirit and participation because I, like you, want to continue living in a sustainable, affordable Co-op City.

I encourage greater community participation. A healthy cooperative requires informed, involved, active cooperators and community organizations. Our team brings to the Boardroom new eyes, financial expertise, entrepreneurial, supervisory and motivational skills with next generational involvement and activism that our community needs.

Together Everyone Achieves More, for our community. I ask that you vote for Team N.O.W. now, Monique Coleman, Michelle Marbury, Darnell Lopez, Keith Logan, and myself, Andrea Leslie.

Always Be Kind

Keep Your Eyes on The Prize

Good Day, Co-op City,

The platform that Rod Saunders, Idalia Reyes and I have outlined is in alignment with the Board’s fiduciary responsibilities, is realistic, and addresses many of the ongoing issues we continue to have in Co-op City.

Investing in Our Community Now for Lower Cost in the Future: If we are to spend money, we should have an expectation that it will either generate income or save money over time which will be essential to maintaining affordability for decades to come.

Expanding Our Sources of Income from Solar Panel Energy Projects: Becoming New York State’s largest urban community solar energy developer will increase our alternative revenue sources, help to decrease future carrying charge increases, and financially support other needed community projects through the generated revenue.

Improving Our Technology Services for Easier Access with Stronger Security: Increasing our digital use through apps and shareholder portals makes it more efficient and transparent. We also need to devote funds to tighten our cybersecurity and ensure digital safety from attackers.

Working with Elected Officials to Develop a Community Center: Investing in the social and professional development of our community provides enrichment throughout the community and collaborating with our elected officials for financial and programmatic support is required to be successful.

Redefining Our Pet Policy to Improve Acccountablity: With the upcoming opening of the new animal shelter and the consistent problem of distinguishing pets from necessary service or emotional support animals, our approach to enforcement and pet control needs to change to be reflective with the current reality.

Co-op City needs Board Directors with a proactive, financially prosperous vision who work on behalf of shareholders’ interest. For this to be possible, re-elect Lynette Wright and Rod Saunders, and elect Idalia Reyes to the Riverbay Board of Directors: Change You Can See, Leadership You Can Trust.

Idalia Reyes

Dear Shareholders,

Co-op City is one of the largest and most diverse cooperative communities in the world, and protecting its future requires strong, responsible, and committed leadership. This community is more than where we live — it is our home, our investment, and a place where generations of families have built their lives. As shareholders, we deserve leadership that is visible, accountable, and dedicated to representing the best interest of the community.

I believe I am capable of representing our shareholders because I understand the everyday concerns of the people who live here. I have listened to residents speak about maintenance, safety, communication, and the need for stronger leadership and accountability. I do not believe in simply talking about problems — I believe in finding solutions.

The Board is essentially a team that comes together to represent and respect the best interest of the community.

Strong leadership requires communication, teamwork, accountability, and the ability to listen to shareholders while making responsible decisions for our future.

The investments we make in our community are extremely important. I had the privilege of writing and securing a grant for our Building 28 Association focused on teen projects and involving our youth in supporting seniors and community services. Winning that grant showed me what can happen when leadership takes initiative and works for the people.

As Building president and vice president of the Spanish American Committee, I have always believed leadership means service. It means listening, being present, and standing up for shareholders when their voices need to be heard.

Your vote matters. The future of our community depends on shareholders making their voices heard and participating in the election process.

Vote for me, Idalia Reyes. Re-elect Lynette Wright and Rod Saunders.

I am a seasoned financial professional with more than 14 years of experience and am proud to announce my candidacy for the Riverbay Corporation Board of Directors. Having been raised in Co-op City and now returning as a shareholder, I bring both a deep personal connection and a long-standing commitment to the community.

As the founder of the Co-op City Basketball Classic (CCBC), I have established a respected community tradition that provides local youth with opportunities to engage in athletics, develop teamwork, and build lasting relationships. My commitment to youth development extends beyond sports, with a vision to introduce initiatives that promote STEM education, financial literacy, and entrepreneurial skills alongside athletic programming.

Professionally, I offer a strong financial background and a strategic mindset that I will apply to Board service. My focus will be on strengthening fiscal responsibility, ensuring transparency, and supporting sustainable growth that benefits all shareholders. I also plan to foster partnerships with organizations that can deliver mentorship, educational resources, and career pathways for our younger residents.

My roots in Co-op City, combined with my professional expertise, uniquely position me to understand the needs of our community and to help address them effectively. My campaign is grounded in transparency, active community engagement, and the empowerment of residents through access to education and opportunity.

As the election approaches, I encourage all residents to participate in the voting process and to share their perspectives on the future of our community. I firmly believe that collaboration between the Board and shareholders is essential to building a stronger, more inclusive Co-op City.

Vote Team N.O.W! NO OPPORTUNITY WASTED! Michele Marbury, Andrea Leslie, Monique Coleman, Keith Logan and me, Darnell Lopez

Vote TEAM N.O.W. for the Riverbay Board of Directors Wednesday, May 20 –Wednesday, July 1, 2026 EAM

• Improve Cooperator Engagement • Preserve Quality of Life

Wasted! • Identify funding for a Youth Center • Keep Co-op City Affordable and Sustainable

Michelle Marbury

My fellow Shareholders, Neighbors, and Friends, Leadership is not simply about holding a title — it is about service, accountability, vision, and preparing the next generation to carry the work forward.

Today, Team N.O.W. proudly brings together experienced leadership and the next generation prepared to help move Co-op City forward. Keith Logan understands hard work, entrepreneurship, and sustainability. Darnell Lopez brings financial expertise, transparency, and deep roots within our community. Together, they represent energy, vision, and a strong commitment to the future of Co-op City.

I am also proud to stand alongside fellow incumbents Monique Coleman and Andrea Leslie — dedicated women who continue to serve this community with professionalism, integrity, and commitment. Together, we understand the importance of experience, stability, and thoughtful leadership during changing and challenging times.

Throughout my years of service to Co-op City, I have chaired and co-chaired key committees impacting our daily lives, bringing focus, accountability, and leadership to the work shareholders depend on. I have also served as 2nd vice president and assistant treasurer of Riverbay Corporation, helping oversee governance and fiscal responsibility at the highest levels of our organization.

A 3-term president of the African-American Association, I organized programs and events that brought our community together — from Co-op City Spelling Bees to milestone celebrations, including helping lead programming for our historic 50th Anniversary Celebration. I also hosted Co-op City’s first Congressional Campaign Debate, creating opportunities for civic engagement and informed discussion.

My professional background in National Radio Broadcasting and Sales and Marketing within the Entertainment industry strengthened my ability to communicate effectively, negotiate strategically, and advocate confidently on behalf of shareholders.

Together, Team N.O.W. means: No Opportunity Wasted.

Experience strong enough to lead…and wise enough to prepare the next generation to elevate Co-op City to the next level. Because the Time is NOW.

Aaron Carnegie

My name is Aaron Carnegie, and I am proud to say I was born and raised in Coop City. For more than 43 years, this community has shaped my values, work ethic, and commitment to service. Co-op City is not just where I live. It is home.

I am running for the Riverbay Board of Directors because our community deserves leadership that is visible, accountable, and connected to the people it serves.

As president of Building 27, I work directly with residents to address concerns involving repairs, communication, quality of life, and public safety. I was also recently elected 2nd vice president of Cooperators United, reflecting the trust placed in me by fellow building leaders across our community.

I serve as chair of the Criminal Justice Committee for the NAACP Co-op City Branch and as an aide to our Council Member, helping coordinate community initiatives, outreach, and constituent services.

Leadership is not about slogans. It is about results and showing up when people need help most.

In 2019, I advocated for the approval of video doorbells in Co-op City, giving residents another tool to improve safety and peace of mind. Last year, in my government role, I helped secure additional NYPD security cameras for our public streets to strengthen safety and deter crime.

During the Building 4 gas outage, I helped coordinate food relief efforts for affected residents, working with community partners to deliver meals and critical resources. I have also helped organize housing fairs, transportation forums, anti-violence initiatives, and community events that brought residents and agencies together to solve real problems.

Co-op City is special because of the people who built it, live in it, and continue to fight for it every day.

I am ready to bring that same commitment and leadership to the Riverbay Board of Directors.

Vote Aaron Carnegie for the Riverbay Board.

Keith Logan

Leadership is not just about titles — it’s about experience, growth, and the ability to deliver results. That is exactly what I bring to Co-op City.

For 19 years, I have lived and worked right here in our community. I began as a temporary painter, learning the trade from the ground up. Through hard work, determination, and commitment, I rose through the ranks to become foreman of the Plaster and Paint department, leading a team of 35 painters responsible for maintaining the buildings we all call home.

That journey reflects more than skill — it represents accountability, discipline, and leadership earned through experience. Managing large teams, meeting deadlines, maintaining quality standards, and working within budgets require problem-solving and effective leadership.

I applied those same skills beyond Co-op City by launching my own business. Today, I lead one of the most respected painting companies in the Bronx. Building that business required vision, resilience, and the ability to deliver results in a competitive market.

These are exactly the skills that translate into strong board leadership.

Co-op City is a complex community serving more than 50,000 residents. It needs leaders who understand operations, value hard work, and know how to manage resources responsibly. My experience as both a tradesman and business owner brings a practical, results-driven perspective.

I understand what it takes to maintain our buildings, support our workforce, and deliver quality service. Most importantly, I understand this community because I helped build and maintain it with my own hands.

Leadership that builds. Experience that delivers. Commitment to community that runs deep.

I am proud to be part of Team N.O.W. — No Opportunity Wasted.

Please re-elect Andrea Leslie, Michelle Marbury, and Monique Coleman, and vote for Keith Logan and Darnell Lopez.

Why Now?

Co-op City’s Board of Directors must navigate a perfect storm. Every decision involves millions of dollars and affects all 15,372 households, either directly through the services we rely on or indirectly through the budget and our carrying charges. In this high-stakes environment, we need fifteen hardworking, dedicated directors willing to roll up their sleeves and do the work. Strong opinions have their place, but Board decisions must be based on facts, evidence, and sound data. We do not need more talk; we need more people willing to participate and lead. Who Now?

Team N.O.W.—No Opportunity Wasted—includes three experienced incumbent directors: myself, Michelle Marbury, and Andrea Leslie. We are proud to welcome two accomplished new candidates who bring fresh perspectives, valuable expertise, and a strong commitment to Co-op City’s future.

Keith Logan knows Co-op City from the inside out. Nearly 19 years ago, he began at Riverbay as a temporary painter and rose to become Foreman of the Paint and Plaster department, supervising 35 painters. He later built a successful painting business in the Bronx, demonstrating ambition, leadership, and entrepreneurial vision.

Darnell Lopez brings more than 14 years of financial and money management experience. His expertise will help the Board fulfill its fiduciary duty to seek the most economical operation possible while protecting services, maintenance, and the longterm health of our community.

What Now?

Together, Team N.O.W. combines board experience, operational knowledge, financial insight, insurance expertise, leadership, and practical problem-solving skills. We are committed to cooperative living and to preserving the ideals established by Co-op City’s founding residents.

Where Now?

Co-op City is our home and one of our greatest assets. If we manage it wisely, future generations will enjoy it for decades to come.

What You Can Do Now

Vote Team N.O.W.—No Opportunity Wasted.

The time is NOW! NOW! NOW!

Wednesday, May 20 –Wednesday, July 1, 2026 EAM

Identify funding for a Youth Center

Keep Co-op City Affordable and Sustainable

Improve Cooperator Engagement

Preserve Quality of Life

I am running for a seat on the Riverbay Board of Directors because our community deserves strong team players who can work together for the betterment of our shareholders, staff members and Coop City community residents.

With my forward thinking and leadership, I want to be held accountable to those I serve. My commitment is simple: let us build a stronger community, improve quality of life within our community and make Co-op City a wonderful place to live with each other.

My Vision for Co-op City

If elected, I will focus on several key priorities that directly impact our daily lives.

Greater transparency and communication between the Board, management and shareholders, ensuring decisions are clearly explained and community input is actively sought

Improving maintenance and infrastructure, advocating for timely repairs, better oversight of ongoing projects, and long-term planning that protects our property values.

Enhancing safety and security, working collaboratively with public safety teams and leveraging modern tools to keep our buildings and grounds safe.

Relevant Skills and Experience

I bring a strong set of skills that align with the responsibilities of a board member.

Problem-solving and community-focused leadership, shaped by years of working with diverse groups and navigating complex issues

Commitment to fairness and accountability, ensuring that policies are applied consistently and respectfully to all residents

Strong communication skills, which I will use to keep shareholders informed and engaged.

If elected, I will serve with integrity, transparency and dedication. I will listen. Communicate openly, and work tirelessly to ensure Co-op City remains a safe, thriving and well-managed place to live.

Nero Graham ELECT NERO GRAHAM to the Riverbay Board of Directors

I respectfully ask for your support and your vote. Together, we can strengthen Co-op City’s future.

My name is Yanira Jaime, and I am proud to be a candidate for the Co-op City Board of Directors.

Co-op City is more than where we live—it is our home, our community, and our shared investment in the future. I am running because I believe residents deserve leadership that is transparent, accountable, and focused on delivering real results.

As an IT Project Management leader and Agile professional, I have extensive experience leading complex initiatives, improving operations, managing budgets, and ensuring accountability across large organizations. My career has centered on ol ing pro le , increa ing e ficienc , and creating ea ra le i pro e ments through collaboration, transparency, and strategic planning. I have also led cybersecurity risk and operational improvement initiatives, bringing a proactive and data-driven approach to decision-making.

These skills directly translate to the challenges facing Co-op City today.

My priorities are clear:

Improve building repairs and service delivery

Strengt en financial o er ig t and co t tran parenc

Increase communication between leadership and residents

S pport energ e ficient initiati e t at red ce long ter co t

Protect and improve the quality of life for families and seniors

A a or ing ot er and re ident, I nder tand fir t and t e i portance of affordability, safety, stability, and community trust. I believe residents o ld eel in or ed, eard, and confident t at t eir concern are eing ad dressed responsibly.

I am not running to make empty promises. I am running to bring practical leadership, continuous improvement, and accountability to the board. I believe Co-op City can become stronger, more transparent, and better prepared for the future—but that requires leadership willing to listen, collaborate, and deliver.

I respectfully ask for your vote and the opportunity to serve our community with integrity and purpose.

Vote Yanira Jaime for Co-op City Board of Directors.

Yanira is a Healthcare IT Project and Program Management leader committed to advancing community well-being through service, innovation, and collaboration. With over seven years at a Westchester health system and contributions to initiatives at a local health enterprise,Yanira brings a strong focus on expanding access, improving outcomes, and supporting equitable care for diverse populations.

Yanira has a proven ability to bring together stakeholders across clinical, technical, and operational areas to deliver initiatives that positively impact patients and families. With experience establishing governance, strengthening accountability, and leading programs in patient access and cybersecurity, Yanira prioritizes transparency, stewardship, and mission alignment.

A certified Agile practitioner (CSM, CSPO, ITIL 4), Yanira leads with integrity, empathy, and a deep commitment to community service. As a candidate, Yanira is dedicated to supporting sustainable growth and driving meaningful impact for the communities the organization serves.

Rod Saunders

I’ve had the distinct honor to serve the Co-op City community as a board member since June 2015, and as Board president for the past 2 consecutive years. I have made prior campaign promises that I have fulfilled. I have made current campaign promises that I am fully committed to because of their importance to our community.

Together, we are working to be the change we want to see. We want to ensure that our neighborhood is clean and well maintained. We are seeking more visibility from CCPD and the 45th Precinct in our community.

We are seeking to eliminate street car racing by creating a strategic partnership with the 45th Precinct.

Through strategic partnerships with our elected officials, we are seeking to get Co-op City exempt from the Clean Energy Bill which will keep Co-op City affordable, and continue being a part of the SCRIE program, which assists many of our residents.

We are looking to include more of our community’s young people in the implementation of new ideas and a new direction for Co-op City.

We want to bring back summer youth to Riverbay.

We are already great and our long waitlists show and prove that we are still a highly sought after community to live in and be a part of, however, we can still be greater as the work is still not done.

WE ARE ASKING FOR YOU TO VOTE FOR THE “CHANGE YOU CAN SEE AND LEADERSHIP YOU CAN TRUST” TEAM. Re-elect Rod Saunders and Lynette Wright, and elect Idalia Reyes.

2026 Riverbay Board Election Rules and Regulations

UPDATED: GENERAL RULES & REGULATIONS RELATIVE TO THE RIVERBAY CORPORATION’S 2026 BOARD

A. GENERAL RULES

1. The Annual Shareholders Meeting of the Riverbay Corporation shall be held on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Rm. 31 at the Bartow Center. At said meeting, the following order of business shall be observed:

• Proof of Notice of Meeting.

• Reports of President and General Manager.

• The election of at least five (5) resident shareholders to serve on the Board of Directors of the Riverbay Corporation for a three (3) year term, and as many as may be needed to fill any vacancies for the balance of any unexpired term created by said vacancy.

• Transaction of such other business as may properly come before the meeting.

2. Voting for the election of Directors of the Riverbay Corporation shall commence on May 20, 2026, and continue through July 1, 2026, or until midnight on the date that quorum is obtained, whichever first occurs.

3. If a quorum is not obtained as of 9:00 p.m. on July 1, 2026, the Annual meeting shall automatically be continued until July 31, 2026, or such later date as may be set by the Board in order to achieve a quorum.

4. The election shall be supervised by an Election Committee of the Board of Directors of the Riverbay

(Adopted March 26th, 2026)

Corporation (hereinafter, the “Election Committee” or “Committee”).

The Committee shall be appointed by the President and approved by the Board of Directors. The Election Committee Chair for the 2026 Election is Mary Pearson.

(a) The Chair of the Committee, (hereinafter the “Chairperson”), shall be a member of the Board selected and appointed by the President of the Board (the “President”), and approved by the Board.

(b) No member of the Committee shall be a candidate for election to the Board of Directors, or a member of a candidate’s family or household. All members of the Committee shall be residents of record.

(c) The Committee shall be assisted by Riverbay’s General Counsel.

(d) No member of the Committee or their immediate family shall in any way engage in any campaigning either for or against a candidate or slate of candidates. Committee members shall, to the extent possible, refrain from publicly commenting upon any issue in the campaign and shall not engage in any activity that may create the appearance of partiality.

(e) A member of the Committee who violates the provisions of Paragraph A (4) (d) or whose family member violates the provisions of Para-

graph A (4) (d) shall immediately be removed from the Committee.

(f) Nothing contained herein shall be construed as limiting a member of the Committee or a member of his/her immediate family from voting.

(g) The Committee shall be allowed to conduct various “get out the vote” activities provided said activities are conducted in a manner which does not support any particular candidate for election.

5. There will be one vote per occupied unit by residents who were shareholders of record on April 1, 2026. Quorum shall be determined based upon one share per occupied unit and not based upon a percentage of dwelling units.

6. Voting shall be by absentee mailin ballots in accordance with Private Housing Finance Law §13-c, as interpreted by NYS Homes and Community Renewal Housing Management Memo # 2023-B-11, dated September 24, 2023.

7. The deposit of a duly completed absentee ballot in a secure on-site drop-box accessible only by an independent election company is allowed.

8. Building-wide mailing of absentee ballots shall occur on or about May 14, 2026, to all shareholders of record as of the Record Date. The Record Date shall be April 1, 2026.

9. The building-wide mailing of absentee ballots shall be made by an independent third-party election company. The mailing shall include a notice advising shareholders of the date of the election, a description of how eligible shareholders may vote, a rotating listof all candidates’ names, an email address and a phone number to aid shareholders with voting questions, and an absentee ballot containing candidates’ names, a quorum only option, and any referendums.

10. Absentee ballots shall be sealed within two envelopes. The outer envelope shall include a line for the shareholder to affix their signature and name. Unit identifying codes known only to the independent third-party election company will appear on the outer return envelope. Neither the secret ballot envelope nor the absentee ballot itself is to be signed by the shareholder entitled to vote. Absentee ballots may be mailed to the independent election company or deposited in a secure ballot box under the exclusive control of the independent election company. In order to be counted, Absentee ballots sent to the independent election company by a shareholder eligible via the U.S. Postal Service must be postmarked on or before the date set for the conclusion (Continued on next page)

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of the election and actually received by the election company no later than noon on the date set for counting the ballots.

11. All voting must be conducted using secret ballots. Shareholders’ ballots, and how they voted, must be kept confidential by the election company and may not be accessible by other shareholders, including Board members and Election Committee members.

B. RULES FOR ELIGIBILITY OF CANDIDATES

1. A candidate must be a resident shareholder as indicated on the candidate’s stock certificate, occupancy agreement and the current Occupants Annual Affidavit of Family Income. Candidates must continue to reside in Co-op City for the entire term of office in order to serve as a Director.

2. No more than one resident shareholder of a single unit may be a candidate for the Board; and no more than one resident shareholder from a single unit may concurrently serve as a Director.

3. In accordance with New York State law, no shareholder candidate otherwise eligible for election to the Board of Directors shall be prevented from being a candidate for, being elected to, or serving on the Board of Directors based solely on that person owing or having owed any amount of any form of arrears to Riverbay, unless, at the time of nomination, the otherwise eligible candidate owes an amount of arrears greater than the equivalent of two months’ of that candidate’s monthly maintenance. A candidate shall not be indebted to Riverbay for purposes of this rule if their monthly carrying charges and maintenance are fully paid by the 10th day of the month in which it is due, or if they are current on a payment plan issued in the ordinary course of business on terms available to all shareholders. At the close of business one day prior to the certification of candidates, and on the 10th day of each month thereafter during the Election, Riverbay’s Finance Director will provide a written list to the Chairperson of the Election Committee of all candidates’ indebtedness to Riverbay, if any. If a candidate is indebted to Riverbay on any of those days in an amount greater than the equivalent of two months of that candidate’s monthly maintenance charge the Chairperson shall provide written notice of the indebtedness to the candidate. If the candidate fails to cure said indebtedness by reducing their arrearage to an amount less than or equal to two months of that candidate’s monthly maintenance charges within three (3) business days of receiving notice of their indebtedness from the Chairperson, the candidate will be disqualified.

4. Prospective candidates may, after signing the required authorizations for background checks and upon verification that they are not more than two months in arrears, be certified as candidates for election to the Board if they:

• are shareholders of record;

• maintain their primary residence at Riverbay,

• do not hold a political party position or public office subject to the New York State Election Law,

• have not been convicted of a crime against the Corporation, or of a violent felony, or be a convicted sex offender,

• have not been removed from the Corporation’s Board of Directors, or from employment with the Corporation for cause;

• are not subject to an outstanding federal tax lien for which a payment plan has not been negotiated and accepted; and

• are otherwise in compliance with the requirements and qualifications of the Corporation’s by-laws, governing documents and their occupancy agreement, and not party to any pending hold-over proceeding.

(a) Prospective candidates shall sign and complete a Statement of Intent in the form annexed hereto as Exhibit A, and submit the executed Statement of Intent to the Election Committee by email, addressed to Riverbay2026Election@riverbaycorp.com, on or before 10:00 p.m. on Monday, April 13, 2026. In the event that the prospective candidate lacks access to email, the prospective candidate shall return the completed Statement of Intent to the Legal Department during normal business hours, or to the Public Safety Department outside of normal business hours, attention Riverbay 2026 Election Committee. On the following business day, the financial status of the prospective candidate will be checked, and a background check shall be initiated.

(b) In addition to the Statement of Intent, prospective candidates must also execute and return with the Statement a document acknowledging the candidate’s receipt of these Rules, the candidate’s agreement to abide by these Rules, and an authorization to perform a confidential background check of the candidate by the Riverbay Legal Department.

C. CERTIFICATION OF CANDIDATES

1. The Committee will verify a prospective candidate’s eligibility as valid or reject them as invalid by 12:00 noon on Friday, April 17, 2026. Notice of the Committee’s certification will be provided to each candidate by the close of business on April 17, 2026, and published in the Co-op City Times on Saturday, April 18, 2026

2. The Committee shall hold a briefing on the Rules for all candidates or their designees on Monday, April 20, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. in Room 31 of the Bartow Administrative Building, at 2049 Bartow Avenue, Bronx, N.Y.

3. A random drawing will be made at the April 20, 2026, meeting to determine the order of placement of candidate statements and free campaign ads in each of the three election issues of the Co-op City Times and the order of speakers at the candidates’ forums. The drawing will also determine the relative position of each candidate’s name on a ballot, but candidate names

on the ballot will automatically rotate. The name of each candidate on the ballot must correspond to the name of the candidate as it appears on his/her occupancy agreement and signature card, or the name by which each candidate is commonly known.

D. CAMPAIGNING STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

1. Except as provided in Rule E (3), no audio and/or video equipment, other than personal electronic devices, may be used at Election Forums, outdoors in Co-op City, or in building lobbies, elevators, or common areas, by candidates or by those campaigning for candidates in connection with the election.

2. The posting of all campaign signs, literature and other material (posters, gummed stickers, etc.) in Co-op City is prohibited except on personal property, or within a shareholder’s premises, with the owner’s permission. This specifically includes, but is not limited to, lobbies, elevators, bulletin boards, laundry rooms, walls, doors, garages, vehicles, commercial stores located on Riverbay property, and common areas. Candidates and their supporters are prohibited from posting campaign material on New York City property if said posting violates any City, State or Federal law.

(a) Residents, employees, candidates and their supporters may remove any improperly posted non-electronic campaign material, as a service to Coop City, and the Committee will cause a notice to this effect to be published in the Co-op City Times.

(b) Candidates shall, if requested by the Committee, remove or modify any electronic campaign material or data posted to any website, Facebook page, Twitter, X, Instagram, Snap Chat, Tik Tok, or similar electronic forum, under the Candidate’s control, if the Committee, in its opinion believes that said material is false, defamatory, deceptive, or constitutes a personal attack on another candidate. Examples of a personal attack include, but are not limited to, comments upon a candidate’s physical appearance, disability, religious beliefs, gender, race, mental state, mental capacity, or false assertions of criminal acts.

(c) In addition, Candidates shall, if requested by the Committee, disassociate themselves from, and request that any third-party or third-party website, Facebook page, Twitter, X, Instagram, Snap Chat, Tik Tok, or similar electronic forum, cease and desist from the publication of any emails, materials or posting relating to the election or any candidate for election, if the Committee, in its opinion, believes that said material is false, defamatory, deceptive or constitutes a personal attack on a candidate.

(d) Candidates shall not (i) use social media or email anonymously or under an assumed name, (ii) engage in personal attacks on fellow candidates or shareholders, or (iii) make defamatory statements. Any such conduct shall be a violation of these rules, and the candidate may be subject to sanction by the Committee.

(e) Candidates and/or their sup-

porters shall not use robo-calling or similar systems to contact shareholders for campaigning or election related purposes.

3. Except for the material prepared and published by Riverbay as described herein, all campaign material used, posted, transmitted or distributed by or for a candidate must include the name, address, or post office box of the person or organization who issued such email or campaign material, and in the case of an organization, the name of the chairperson or treasurer.

4. Campaign literature may be slipped under apartment doors between the hours of 8:00a.m. and 10:00 p.m., and campaign handouts are permitted.

5. The unauthorized use of the Riverbay logo in any form is prohibited for use in or on campaign materials, including electronic forms such as social media and e-mail.

6. No member of the Election Committee, the Board, or any of Riverbay’s employees, management staff, or contractors, can participate in, or receive any prize(s) or award approved by the Board during the election period for the purpose of increasing shareholder participation in the election.

7. Riverbay shall not be liable for any defamatory statements made by any candidate, or by any person or entity in the course of the election campaign, nor shall Riverbay be required to insure, defend or indemnify any such candidate or conduct. Candidates agree to indemnify Riverbay for any and all costs and expense incurred by Riverbay, including attorney’s fees, incurred by Riverbay in the defense of any defamation claim arising out of any statement or publication of any kind made by said candidate, or by any person or entity acting on their behalf, during the election.

8. It is inappropriate for any person or entity doing business, or soliciting business with Riverbay, including present or prospective managing agents, contractors, vendors, professionals, unions, their employees, commercial tenants, or persons having a direct or indirect interest in such companies, to make campaign contributions or pay campaign expenses, whether in cash or in-kind, of persons running for the Board. Directors of a corporation act in a fiduciary capacity with respect to the corporation and are required to place the corporation’s interest above their personal interests. Accepting campaign contributions from parties who contract with the corporation creates an appearance of a conflict of interest and, in most circumstances, an actual conflict as well. Any candidate who knowingly accepts campaign contributions or payment of campaign expenses, direct or indirect, in cash or in-kind from any person or entity doing business or soliciting business from Riverbay, including but not limited to the managing agent, or any vendor, union, commercial tenant, profes-

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sional or contractor, their employees, or persons having a direct or indirect interest in such companies, will be disqualified.

E. USE OF CO-OP CITY FACILITIES FOR CAMPAIGN ACTIVITIES

1. There shall be three official candidates’ forums conducted in person and virtually. One forum shall take place on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in Room 45 at Einstein Center. The second forum shall take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Dreiser Auditorium B. The third forum shall take place on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in Room 31, Bartow Center.

(a) The Committee shall televise the forums over Riverbay’s public access channel and re-broadcast them on the web throughout the election period. The transmission by Riverbay of any statement made by any person at the forum shall not be an endorsement of any such comment or statement by Riverbay and Riverbay shall not be responsible for, nor shall it indemnify, any person or candidate who makes any false or defamatory statement.

(b) All certified candidates will be invited to participate in the forums in accordance with the rules and procedures established by the Committee. If a candidate cannot participate in the forum, and the candidate provides the Chairperson with the reason for non-participation, the Chairperson may announce the reason the candidate cannot participate to the audience.

(c) The Committee shall establish rules and procedures for the civil conduct of all forums, including the establishment of time limits for questions and answers, the limiting of participation, the editing of statements, and the muting, either visual or auditory, or both, of individuals, including candidates, who, in the opinion of the Chairperson, are disruptive to the orderly conduct of the virtual forum or who engage in personal or malicious attacks, or who make defamatory statements.

2. If all candidates are invited to participate, the use of outdoor space for campaign rallies, events or organized campaign activities is allowed, in accordance with existing rules governing the use of outdoor space, provided that a candidate for election makes a written request, and obtains the prior written approval of the Election Committee, for said activity or event.

3. Building Associations may actively promote voter participation in the election in a manner which does not endorse or oppose a particular candidate, or slate of candidates. Building Association rooms, which are property of the Corporation, shall not be used for meetings to support or oppose any candidate

4. At no cost, Riverbay will publish pictures of each candidate and up to three (3) different narrative statements or articles by each candidate in successive print and electronic issues of the Co-op City Times beginning

with the Saturday, May 2, 2026, issue. The Editor shall set the deadlines and technical standards for these submissions. The Editor shall attend the Candidates’ Orientation meeting on April 20, 2026, to distribute the rules and procedures governing publication of candidate articles and advertisements. All candidates’ articles will be reviewed by the Committee prior to publication. The Committee reserves the right to delete any material which, in its exclusive opinion, contains libelous statements, personal attacks, or material misstatement of fact.

(a) In conjunction with the statements described herein, Riverbay will also publish at no charge a ¼-page campaign ad by each candidate in successive print and electronic issues of the Co-op City Times beginning with the Saturday, May 2, 2026, issue. The same ad will be used in each of the issues and will appear opposite each candidate’s article for that week. The Editor shall set the deadlines and technical standards for these submissions. All ad copy will be reviewed by the Committee prior to publication. The Committee reserves the right not to publish, or to delete any material, which, in its opinion, constitutes a libelous statement, personal attack, or material misstatement of fact.

(b) Starting on the day candidates are certified and continuing during the period of the campaign, Board members who are not running for election shall be free to write Viewpoints of a “non-political” nature, except that a Board member may endorse candidates in one viewpoint only. It shall not be deemed to be “political” for a non-candidate Board member to describe the activities and achievements of the Board as a whole, including the activities of any incumbent candidates. In the event Board members wish to publish a joint Viewpoint, they may do so, but only if the Viewpoint has been unanimously approved by the full Board, excluding any Board members who are candidates.

(c) Management shall not endorse any candidate or slate of candidates. However, information of a non-political nature, for example, relating to the operation, management, finances, budget, maintenance of the property, or to an emergency may be published by Management during this period of time.

(d) In the event that an article appears in a print or electronic publication other than the Riverbay sponsored publication, which is currently titled the “Co-op City Times,” in which the actions of the Board as a whole, or of an individual Board member are challenged, the Board, or the individual Board member who is challenged, shall have the right to respond in the Co-op City Times to such challenge, without regard to whether the Board member is a candidate in the election and without regard to the political nature of the comment. Any such response shall be limited to the subject matter of the challenge.

(e) Similarly, a candidate who is

not a Board member may respond to a challenge directed at the conduct or action(s) of that individual candidate.

6. Campaign ads other than those provided by Riverbay may be placed in the Co-op City Times, subject to Paragraph D (3), but must be paid in full at least 48 hours before the normal deadline of an issue. The Committee will review all paid campaign ads prior to publication and reserves the right to reject any copy which, in its sole judgment, contains libelous statements, personal attacks or a material misstatement of fact.

7. (a) The election of directors to the Board is the right of residents of Co-op City. Employees living in Co-op City are encouraged to exercise their rights as residents of the community during the election within the scope of this policy. All Riverbay employees are reminded that, as employees, they have a duty of loyalty to Riverbay and should not engage in any activity that raises the appearance of impropriety. Participation in the electoral process must not interfere with employees’ work duties. All employees shall refrain from engaging in any activity that may be construed as an attempt to abuse their positions as employees to influence the outcome of the election. Examples of acts that may be an abuse of an employee position include soliciting donations for candidate(s), distributing campaign material for or against particular candidate(s), or engaging in any other activity that may be viewed as an abuse of position.

(b) Candidates who encourage, accept, or knowingly benefit from such prohibited participation are subject to disqualification by the Committee.

(c) This policy does not affect employees’ right to engage in other concerted activities for the purpose of collective bargaining or other mutual aid or protection, or their right to refrain from any or all such activities.

F. BALLOTING AND CERTIFICATION

1. Voting will be by absentee mailin ballots, in accordance with Private Housing Finance Law 13-c, as interpreted by NYS HCR Housing Management Memorandum 2023-B-11, revised as of September 24, 2023. The form and content of the ballot shall be approved by the Election Committee.

2. In accordance with Riverbay’s by-laws, only one vote per occupied residential unit, cast by a resident shareholder of record residing in said unit, shall be counted.

3. All ballots must be cast by an eligible, residential shareholder of record, and verified by such means as the Election Committee determines to be reasonable, in its sole discretion.

4. Any eligible resident shareholder of record residing in an occupied unit may vote, but only one ballot may be cast by a unit, regardless of the number of shareholders of record residing within said unit.

5. Mailing, tabulation, collection, processing, initial counting and preservation of election ballots shall be conducted by an independent,

third-party company, selected by the Board pursuant to a written contract, duly approved in accordance with all corporate and regulatory requirements. The name and address of any such independent third party shall be published in the Co-op City Times

6. One ballot will be mailed by the independent third-party on or about May 14, 2026 to each residential unit occupied by one or more eligible residential shareholders of record at the address set forth for said shareholder(s) of record on Riverbay’s books and records as of April 1, 2026.

7. In the event that more than one ballot is received from a single unit, only the earliest dated ballot shall be counted. All other ballots received from said unit shall be disregarded but preserved until five (5) days after the period to challenge the election has passed.

8. Unless the voting period is extended or modified by the Board of Directors and/or the Election Committee, any mail-in ballot must be postmarked no later than July 1, 2026, and received on or before 12:00 p.m. on July 8, 2026.

9. In the event that the voting period is extended or modified by the Election Committee for purposes of obtaining a quorum, the Election Committee may count any valid ballot postmarked or cast by a shareholder eligible to vote during the modified period.

10. All ballots received, including disqualified ballots, shall be preserved until the time to challenge the election has lapsed.

11. The initial count, as recorded by the third-party independent company, shall be provided to the Election Committee no later than 2:00 p.m. on July 13th, 2026. The initial count shall set forth the total number of ballots cast, the total number of votes received by each candidate, the total number of votes cast for each candidate by building, the number of disqualified votes and the basis therefore, and the total number of ballots required for a quorum.

12. The Election Committee shall, in an open, public meeting to be conducted at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, July 13th, 2026, certify the final count of the election ballots. The meeting shall also be broadcast on Riverbay’s public access channel.

13. Upon completion of the count, the Committee shall certify to the Board that a quorum has been obtained, the total number of votes cast, the total number of votes disqualified, the total number of votes cast for each candidate, and the names of the candidates who have been elected, as follows:

(a) The five candidates who have received the highest number of votes will be certified to the Board as having been elected to full three-year terms.

(b) The candidate receiving the sixth highest vote shall be certified as having been elected to a vacant Board seat, if any, which will have the longest unexpired term.

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(c) The Committee shall continue the certification of candidates by certifying the candidate with the next highest vote for each vacancy by the longest unexpired terms, if necessary, until all vacant seats on the Board are filled.

14. Unless an extended schedule is in effect, the Election Committee shall cause the official Certification of the Election to be publicly posted by 10:00 a.m. on July 14th, 2026, or if the Certification has not yet been completed, as soon thereafter as possible after the conclusion of the Election Certification Meeting. Posting may be by electronic means.

15. If a quorum is not reached, the Committee may recommend that the voting period be extended during which time shareholders eligible to vote in the election who received a ballot but did not cast a vote, shall be allowed to cast their ballot.

16. If a quorum is not reached at the end of the continued voting period, July 31, 2026, the Board may, in its discretion, either extend the voting period for an additional extended voting period, schedule a new election, or cancel the election. The fact that a director may be a candidate for re-election shall not disqualify any such director from voting on any such resolution. Until such time as a quorum is obtained and a valid election conducted, existing Directors shall continue to hold their office.

G. DISQUALIFICATION OF CANDIDATES FOR MISCONDUCT

1. The Committee may recommend the disqualification of a candidate for violation of these rules, or impose an administrative charge, not to exceed $300.00 per violation, on any candidate that it determines has violated, caused or knowingly permitted others to violate these Rules. The Committee may do so on its own initiative, or upon the complaint of another candidate or resident. However, the Committee is under no obligation to initiate a proceeding under this Section, or Section H, unless the Committee, in its sole discretion, believes it to be appropriate.

2. No candidate may be disqualified for election to the Board unless the Committee has provided the candidate with notice of its intention to consider the candidate’s disqualification for election and conducted a hearing in accordance with the procedures set forth in Section H below.

3. The Committee may impose an administrative charge, without conducting a formal hearing in accordance with Section H, if the Committee has provided the candidate with prior, written notice that it may impose such a fee, the reason the Committee is considering imposing a fee, and an opportunity for the candidate to appear before the Committee to contest the imposition of an administrative fee.

4. Notification of the Election Committee’s decision to impose an administrative fee will be delivered both electronically and personally to

the candidate at the email address and street address provided by the candidate to the Election Committee.

5. Upon delivery of the notification of a fine, the candidate is indebted to Riverbay, and payment is due on the third business day following personal delivery of the notice. Failure to pay shall render the candidate ineligible for election.

6. Any candidate may object to a determination of the Committee to impose an administrative charge, and may, within three (3) days of delivery of said determination to the candidate, request a review of such determination by the Board. The Board, in its discretion, may affirm, modify, or reverse the determination, or decline, with written explanation, to review the Committee’s determination. A request for a review shall not stay a candidate’s obligation to make payment of any administrative charge levied by the Committee.

H. CHALLENGES TO VOTING RESULTS

1. Any aggrieved resident or aggrieved candidate may challenge the certification of a candidate for election, or the results of the election, or the election of any one candidate, based upon election irregularities or the failure of a candidate to meet required qualifications, by notifying the Chairperson of the challenge, by an email addressed to Riverbay2026Election@riverbaycorp.com

2. The challenge must be in writing. Such written challenge must specifically set forth the reason and the factual basis for the challenge. Any challenge by the Committee shall be on written electronic notice to the candidate, or candidates impacted by the challenge, delivered to the candidate(s) by email and personally at the addresses provided by the Candidate when they are certified.

3. A written challenge by a candidate or shareholder eligible to vote in the election must be delivered electronically to Riverbay2026Election@ riverbaycorp.com no later than 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14th, 2026. The written challenge shall state the factual or legal basis for the challenge. Failure to file a timely electronic challenge by 5:00 p.m. on July 14th, 2026, shall preclude consideration of the challenge by the Committee. In the event a quorum was not obtained by close of the Election Period, the time to file an objection to the Election shall be extended until one (1) business day after the Election has been certified, to 5:00 p.m. on said day.

4. Should the Committee find the challenge to be without merit, it may dispense with a hearing and reject the challenge in writing.

5. If, after reviewing the challenge, the Committee determines that the challenge sets forth substantial questions concerning the certification of any candidate or candidates, or the results of the election, the Committee may hold a formal hearing, virtually or in-person at the discretion of the Committee, to review the challenge.

6. All hearings under this Section H

shall be scheduled upon prior notice to the challenger and to the candidate(s) whose qualifications, certifications, or election are being challenged.

7. The hearing shall commence no later than five (5) business days after the Committee’s receipt of the challenge. The Chairperson may request that a member of the Committee recuse him/herself from the hearing if such committee member has a conflict of interest.

8. Upon notice of a formal hearing by the Committee, the challenger or candidate whose certification is being challenged may submit electronic affidavits to the Chairperson, setting forth the charges and facts upon which the challenge is based. Such affidavits and supporting documents shall also be delivered by the challenging party, to the opposing party’s e-mail address, at least one day before the scheduled hearing.

9. At the hearing, either party may present live, or virtual testimony supporting the challenge, subject to cross-examination.

10. The proceedings shall be recorded; however, any person or party requesting a copy or transcript of any such recording shall be responsible for the costs of producing said recording or transcript.

11. No witness will be allowed to present testimony except under oath as administered by the Chairperson. No witness will be called on behalf of a challenger, unless the challenger has submitted an affidavit from the witness prior to such testimony providing the sum and substance of the witness’ testimony and served said affidavit upon the Committee and the opposing party in the manner set forth above. The challenger(s) shall also be required to appear at such hearing and may be subject to examination by the Committee or the challenged candidate(s).

12. At any hearing, General Counsel to Riverbay, or an attorney designated by General Counsel, shall advise the Committee. Any candidate or resident participant shall be entitled to be represented at the hearing by counsel of his or her own choice at his or her own expense.

13. At such hearing, the Chairperson shall be the presiding officer and shall make any ruling with respect to the procedure to be followed, or the testimony or evidence to be introduced. The Committee need not follow formal evidentiary rules applicable to the Courts of this State. In the event a member of the Committee present shall dispute any such procedural or evidentiary ruling by the Chairperson, the Chairperson may be overruled by a majority vote of those members present. After testimony by a witness for either party, the opposing party shall have the right to question the witness.

14. At the conclusion of such hearing, the Committee may uphold or void the election results, disqualify the candidate for a violation of these Rules, apply other sanctions as set forth in Paragraph G (1) of these Rules, or dismiss the charges brought.

To void any election result, or to disqualify a candidate, such violation must be deemed to be material by the Committee in light of the number of votes cast for the candidate and the number cast in the election.

15. If a candidate who is disqualified received one of the highest vote counts, the disqualified candidate shall be ineligible to take office. The candidate who received the next highest count will be certified to the Board in their place. (If more than one candidate is disqualified, the next candidate or candidates with the highest vote will be certified.)

16. The decision of the Committee shall be addressed to the Board, shall be in writing, shall state the basis for its recommendation, and shall constitute the Committee’s final certification of the election results, or the qualification of a candidate.

17. The Board, by majority vote, shall determine whether to confirm or reject the Committee’s determination. The Board shall make such determination within ten (10) days of the date of any written recommendation of the Committee. The Board’s failure to determine the issue within ten (10) days shall, except for good cause shown, be deemed an acceptance of the Committee’s recommendation.

18. Any candidate or resident aggrieved by the Board’s final determination shall have the right to seek judicial review of the Board’s determination, provided that any such Court challenge is commenced within ten (10) days of the Board’s decision, or within ten (10) days of the Board’s failure to render a decision.

19. The Committee may call for a recount of all ballots cast, if it is determined by the Committee that such an action is warranted. Such recount of the ballots must be completed, and the result certified by the Committee to the Board, within four days of the date the Committee determines such recount is necessary. The results of this recount, upon certification by the Committee, will constitute the final election results.

20. The Committee may call for a new election if the Committee has determined that material irregularities cast doubt on the election results, or in the event the number of votes cast did not constitute the legally required quorum. Such a new election must take place in accordance with these rules on a date within thirty (30) days after the final decision on the challenge and such election held among the previously qualified candidates.

21. By participating in the election process, candidates, prospective candidates, shareholders, and their respective agents, representatives or supporters, agree to fully comply with and be bound by these election Rules.

Angelo Rosario, 1st Vice President, Riverbay Corporation March 26, 2026

Co-op City Baptist Church

Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Williams and the Co-op City Baptist Church family invite you to join us for Worship Service tomorrow at 8 a.m., in-person only, and at 11 a.m., in-person and on Zoom or YouTube. Sunday School classes for all ages is held at 9:30 a.m. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 50 (lower level), Bronx, NY 10475. Telephone: 718-320-3774. Email: ccbc135@optimum. net or coopcitybc@gmail.com. Website: www. coopcitybaptistchurch.org. Masks are optional.

Zoom Information: https://us04web.zoom. us/j/9623430102 or Zoom Telephone Conference Line: 646-568-7788; Meeting ID: 962 343 0102#; Password: 788175#. Or go to YouTube, search for Co-op City Baptist Church and watch us there.

The church’s free conference call line dial-in number is 857-357-0254; Access Code is 660065#.

Tomorrow, Sunday, May 17, the Pastor’s Aide Ministry will celebrate their 47th Anniversary at the 11 a.m. service. The guest preacher will be our very own Chaplain Pauline Lewin. The theme is “Supporting, Encouraging and Praying for the Pastor” from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13. All are invited to this special occasion.

This Week’s Events: Wednesday Bible Study Classes at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. are on Zoom. Prayer Warriors Prayer Service on Thursday at 12 p.m. is on the church conference call line. On Thursday at 2 p.m., the Circle of Grace Knit and Crochet Ministry will meet in-person at the church in Rm. 51. The Friday Mid-Morning Prayer Service at 10 a.m. and the Friday Evening Prayer Service at 7:30 p.m. are on the church conference call line.

Our next food giveaway will be distributed on Friday, May 22, from 2-5 p.m., at 135 Einstein Loop. Please remember to bring your own bag and perhaps a cart. Some products can be heavy. Everyone is welcome.

On Saturday, May 30, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., the Church 55th Anniversary Committee will have an open house fundraiser in the Fellowship Hall. This includes: sale of food, boutique items, jewelry and more. We invite everyone.

We will celebrate Choir Day at the church on Sunday, May 31, during the 11 a.m. service. Everyone is invited to attend.

Save the Dates: Our church’s 55th Anniversary will be celebrated with a service on Friday night, November 13, a banquet on Saturday, November 14, and end with services on Sunday, November 15. The banquet on Saturday, November 14, will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Surf Club On The Sound, 280 Davenport Avenue, New Rochelle, NY 10805. Ticket price is $155. Bus transportation will be provided at a separate cost of $25. The theme is “CCBC: Thriving in Excellence for 55 Years” – 1 Corinthians 15:57 (NKJV). Everyone is invited to participate in this special weekend. For further information, contact the church at 718-320-3774.

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

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

—Marilyn C. Williams

St. Joseph’s Episcopal Anglican Church

St. Joseph’s is located at 155 Dreiser Loop, lower level, Co-op City, Bronx, NY 10475. Email: stjosephsepc@aol.com. Church phone number: 718-320-0844. Interim Priest: Rev. Margaret Tuttle.

In-person worship service for the Seventh Sunday of Easter will be conducted at the church on Sunday, May 17, at 9 a.m. as well as via teleconference.

Please remember to tune in for the noonday prayer service each week, Monday through Friday. To participate by teleconference, dial 1-425-436-6344; Access Code: 509-898, followed by the # sign.

Pledge Cards for 2026 are available. Please collect, complete, and return yours to the church as soon as possible. We know that you want to help your church and it is on these cards that you tell us about your talents, areas of interest, and expertise.

Events and Fundraising Activities

Saturday, May 30: St. Joseph’s Luncheon at the Eastwood Manor, 3371 Eastchester Road, Bronx, NY 10469. Cocktail Hour: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Luncheon: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Adults: $150. Children 12 and under: $60. Tickets for the luncheon as well as

the usual raffle tickets are available. For more information, please contact Valrie at 347-200-5850.

Sunday, June 21: Father’s Day. Bishop Hyde will also be visiting our church and will do Confirmations, Reception of Candidates and Reaffirmations.

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

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

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

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

“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good: his mercy endures forever.” (Psalm 118:1)

Grace and Peace!

––Merville Chambers

Church of God’s Children

Come and experience the presence, power, and love of God at Church of God’s Children. You are warmly invited to join us every Sunday in a spirit-filled, bilingual, Word-teaching house of worship where all are welcome. Our foundation is clear and unwavering: “Jesus Built This Church on Love.”

In a time when hearts are searching and the world is uncertain, this is your invitation to draw near to God. We encourage you not only to worship with us, but to seek Him throughout the many houses of worship in Co-op City—seek the Lord while He may still be found.

Sunday Services

10:00 a.m. – English 12:00 p.m. – Spanish Youth & Young Adult Service

Sundays at 1 p.m. with Pastor Rebecca Vega, 159 Dreiser Loop, Fellowship Hall.

We offer virtual classes during the week to strengthen your faith, along with pastoral counseling by appointment with Bishop Rosario. Our ministry is here to walk with you through life’s sacred moments—weddings, baptisms, and child dedications—celebrating and guiding families in their spiritual journey.

Visit the COGC Goodwill Boutique – Khen Lifestyle God-Well

163 Dreiser Loop, Co-op City. Open Mon.–Tues. & Thurs.–Sat. | 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Donations accepted to aid missions and community outreach efforts.

Church Location

127 Dreiser Loop, Section 2 (garden level), Bronx, NY

Pastors: Bishops Angelo & Nancy Rosario Contact: 718-790-9120

Come expecting. Leave transformed.

—Bishop Nancy Rosario

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

Bartow OAC May 2026 Food Shopping Trips: Stew Leonard: 5/20, $6. Wegmans: 5/21, $12. BJ’s: 5/22, $6. Walmart North Bergen, NJ: 5/26, $12. Trader Joe’s: 5/27, $6. Costco: 5/29, $6.

Och’s Apple Orchard, Warwick, NY; August 27, 2026. Cost: $45, includes lunch. Payments to be made at the Bartow Center only.

Caesar Resort and Casino Atlantic City on June 6. Cost: $65 ($10 slot play back). Deposit: $30 to sign up SU CASA Program is back at Dreiser OAC. Join us starting April 9 at 1:15 p.m. in Rm. #2 for a songwriting workshop. Learn to express yourself creatively through rhythm and conversation and write your own song.

JASA Einstein OAC Essex Steam Train Riverboat on Thurs., July 9. One day. Cost: $165 (Payment plan: $55 due 4/20, 5/18, 6/8). Payments can be made on Mondays only!

Senior Day, Holiday Hill, CT, on Tuesday, August

BARTOW CENTER CLOSED

Walk w/Odessa, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

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

Health & Wellness w/Ann, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Smart/phone & Tablet Class w/Liz, 1:45-2:45 p.m.

Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa, 10-11 a.m.

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

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

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

Knitting/Crocheting w/Lynne & Betty, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Computer Learning Class w/Liz, 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Card Games w/Frankie, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

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

25. One day. Cost: $145 (Payment plan: $48 due 5/14, 6/15, 7/13). Payments can be made on Mondays only!

Painting Classes – at the NORC office at 10:30 a.m. on Mondays.

Steel Drum Class – funded by the Solomon family at NORC office on Weds. at 1 p.m.

Walk Group at NORC office on every Tues. at 10 a.m.

In-Person Computer Class – Thursdays, 3-4 p.m. at the Bartow NORC office.

Spanish Classes – Thurs. from 2-3 p.m. at the NORC office.

JASA provides comprehensive emotional wellness support for older adults ages 60+ residing in Co-op City. Our services include individual, family, and group therapy, as well as medication management, delivered both in person and via telehealth. We offer on-site care at the NORC office, Einstein office and within the OACs.

Mindful Mornings Tai-Chi, 9-10 a.m.

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

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

Dr. Castro Presentation, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Movies w/Dennis: “Shelter,” 1-3 p.m.

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

Bridge to Care Arthritis Exercise w/Damien, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Stretch & Tone w/Ola, 10-11

a.m.

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

Aqua Aerobics, 12-3 p.m. (off site)

Board Games, 1-2 p.m. Technology w/Jimmy, 1-2 p.m.

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

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

Chit & Chat, 1-2 p.m.

Fit For Life Exercise w/Gail, 1-2 p.m.

NORC Annual Health Fair – May 13 from 11 a.m.2 p.m. Music, BP screenings, raffles, and giveaways. To order lunch, call 718-320-1345 by 5/1/26.

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

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

Line Dance with Bartow Swingers – Wed. & Fri. from 12-1 p.m., 177 Dreiser Loop, Aud. A.

Notary JASA NORC Office – Weds. & Thurs., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 718-320-2066 for an appt.

Notary Dreiser OAC – Tues. 1-3 p.m. in Rm. 7. Call 718-320-1345 for an appt.

LUNCH & DINNER MENUS

Alternate Kosher Meals are available

Trip: BX Game Center, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Weekend Recap Discussion, 9-10 a.m. Stay Well Exercise w/Denise, 10-11 a.m., Aud. A

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

Leisure Games w/Clara, 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 2 Leisure TV, 2:15-4 p.m.

TRIP: Green Acres Mall, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Current Events, 10-11 a.m. Art w/Gerry, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Leisure Games w/Clara, 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 2

Tai Chi w/Jimmy, 2-3 p.m., Aud. A Computer & Tablet Class w/Ralph, 6:307:30 p.m. (virtual)

Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 11 a.m.12 p.m., Aud. A

Bead & Jewelry w/Brenda, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Rm. 4

Technology Class w/Steve, 1:15-2:15 p.m.

Drama Club w/Amelia, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Rm. 2

Current Events, 10-11 a.m. Cardio Exercise w/Gail, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Body In Motion w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A

Hip-Hop Memory & Story Circle w/Su Casa Artist Ricardo, 1:15-2:15 p.m., Rm. 2

LUNCH : KOSHER: Scallion Ginger Tofu Stir Fry, Pearled Barley, Capri Blend Vegetables; NON-KOSHER: Beef Hamburger, Baked Red Potato Wedges, Cooked Cabbage w/shredded Carrots

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: No Dinner Served

NON-KOSHER: No Dinner Served

LUNCH: KOSHER Chicken Gumbo, Cous Cous, Roasted Eggplant

NON-KOSHER: Bright & Lemony Stewed White Beans w/Carrots & Spinach, White Rice, Steamed Broccoli

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Tuna Fish Salad, Basic Pasta Salad, Cole Slaw, Canned Mandarin; NON-KOSHER : Beef Hamburger w/Baked Potato, Lettuce & Tomatoes, Apple

LUNCH: KOSHER: Chicken Salad, Pasta Salad, Cole Slaw

NON-KOSHER: Fish w/Mushrooms, Peppers, & Tomatoes, Pasta, Baby Carrots & Parsley

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Chicken Gumbo, Cous Cous, Roasted Eggplant, Banana

NON-KOSHER: White Beans w/Carrots & Spinach Stew, White Rice, Steamed Broccoli, Orange

LUNCH: KOSHER: Lemon Salmon, Yellow Rice, Steamed Green Beans;

NON-KOSHER: Spanish Style Roast Pork, Black Beans & Rice, Steamed Collard Greens

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER : BBQ Chicken w/Baked Potato, California Blend Vegetables, Kiwi 10 GRAB and GO; NON-KOSHER: Fish w/Mushrooms, Peppers, & Tomatoes, Pasta & Steamed Baby Carrots, Fruit Cocktail

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

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

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

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

Line Dance w/Cythia, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Theater Arts w/Dazee Windley, 2-4 p.m., in Bartow OAC, Rm. 31

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

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

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

Salsa with Rasheem, 10 a.m.11 a.m., Dreiser, 2nd floor Word Games, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

JASA BARTOW OAC CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

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

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

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

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

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

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

Su Casa Tapestry w/TJ, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

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

p.m.

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

Health & Wellness 2.0 - Mental Health Awareness, 11-12 p.m.

Let’s Get It on Zumba, 1-2 p.m.

Health & Wellness 2.0 – Celebrating Each Other, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Let’s Get It on Zumba, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

Trip: Danbury Fair Mall, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sewing Class w/Joy, 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Alert and Alive w/Cathy and Essie, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4

Sewing Class w/Joy, 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Knitting /Crocheting w/Loretta 10-12 p.m.

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

Knitting & Crocheting, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Line Dance w/Sassy, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Bingo w/Gay, 1-2:50 p.m., Rm. 2

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

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

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

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

LUNCH: KOSHER: Closed in observance of the Shauvos Holiday NON-KOSHER: Chicken Legs w/Stewed Tomatoes, Coconut Rice & Peas, Normandy Blend

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Salmon in Lemon Sauce, Yellow Rice, Steamed Green Beans, Canned Apricot

NON-KOSHER: Spanish Style Pork w/Black Beans and Rice, Steamed Collard Greens, Banana

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

JASA BARTOW OAC CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY

KOSHER: Salmon in Ginger and Lemon Sauce w/White Rice & Mixed vegetables, Apple PLUS 10 GRAB AND GO

NON-KOSHER: Caesar salad w/Grilled Chicken & Basic Pasta Salad, Plum

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

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

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

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

The synagogue needs donations. Whatever amount you can donate, big or small, would help. The synagogue needs men to help make a minyan. There are a lot of Jewish men who live in Co-op City who do not come to services. Please come by10a.m. so we can take out the Torah.

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

Sabbath ends on Saturday, May 16, at 8:59 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday,May 22, at 7:52 p.m.

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

To All Members: Happy birthday toKarla Kalus andallour members who will be celebrating their birthday inMay. Please send me your name and I will add it to the list.

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

—Bruce Gitelson

Community Protestant Church

Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens and the Community Protestant Church family welcome you to worship with us. We are located at 2053 Asch Loop, Bronx, NY 10475. You may contact us by phone: 718-862-9172, fax: 718-671-4416 or email: Administration@thecpcchurch.org.

Worship Schedule

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

Every Wednesday – “Hour of Power Noon Day Prayer” at 12 p.m. on the conference call line: 712-432-3900; Access code: 343284#.

Every Wednesday – 7p.m. Bible Study online via Zoom. Log in on Zoom. com or dial One Tap Mobile: 646-931-3860 or 929-205-6099. Meeting ID: 886 1355 3980S

Upcoming

Sunday, June 7, 11 a.m. – 57th Church Anniversary Saturday, June 13, 12 p.m. – Chat and Chew with the Pastor, Bartow Center, Rm. 31

The Year of Jubilee

“A 50th Jubilee Celebration of Pastoral Leadership.” The CPC family is proud to announce Rev. Dr. Calvin E. Owens is celebrating his 60th year in ministry and his 50th year as our pastor. We are so excited that we are hailing this milestone as “The Year of Jubilee.” Your presence at one or all the events planned will help us create lasting memories of this auspicious occasion.

Pre Anniversary Services:

Sunday, May 31, 3:30 p.m. – Rev. Dr. Thomas Johnson, Canaan BC

Sunday, June 28th, 3:30 p.m. – Rev. Alrick Joseph, Mt. Lebanon BC

Opening 50th Anniversary Services:

Sunday, November 1, 11a.m. – Rev. Audrey Jones, Friendly BC 3:30 p.m. – Rev. Carl L. Washington III, Pilgrim BC Anniversary Banquet:

Friday, November 6, from 7 p.m. -12 a.m., Villa Barone Manor, 737 Throggs Neck Expressway, Bronx. Banquet price $200. Please contact Deaconess Tidball for tickets.

Closing 50th Anniversary Services:

Sunday, November 8, 11a.m. – Rev. Dr. Edgar Howard, Manhattan BC

3:30 p.m. – Rev. Dr. Theresa Lloyd, White Rock BC

Mother’s Day. The Praise Team opened worship. Deacon Samuel Wilson led with prayer and Psalm 5. Trustee Synii Mann read a tribute. Rev. Karen Scott shared her personal testimony, and we observed a moment of silence for mothers in heaven. She preached, “The Power of a Mother’s Heart,” 2 Kings 4:25-30, an encouraging message for every woman who nurtures. She said God equips mothers with wisdom, power to love, and strength to endure hardships. After Altar Prayer, Rev. Karen presented flowers to three special women in her life, Deaconess Sarita Tidball, Sister Constance Sutton and Deacon Helen Atkins. It was a beautiful day. Worship with us. Hear the good news of Jesus and experience all the new possibilities at Community Protestant, a church of love and understanding.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Sister Kerrie Ann Sutherland on the passing of her mother, Sister Joan Hollingshead, and all those in mourning. We are praying for our sick and home bound members. Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating!

“Give her of the fruit of her hands; and let her own works praise her in the gates.” Proverbs 31:31

––Lexa M. Mingo

Co-op City United Methodist Church IEMU de Co-op City

Open Doors, Open Hearts, and Open Minds

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

“I rise before dawn and cry for help; I have put my hope in your word.” Psalm 119:147 (NIV)

We live in stressful and uncertain times. Many of us know what it feels like to lie awake at night, our minds turning over concerns about family, finances, health, or the state of the world. Yet, Scripture gently reminds us that even in these restless moments, believers can find solace in God’s presence and in the steady truth of His word.

Psalm 119:147 offers a beautiful picture of a heart anchored in God. The psalmist rises before dawn—not simply because sleep has escaped him, but because his spirit longs for communion with the Lord. His early-morning cry is not a cry of despair but of hope. He turns to God’s promises as his first response, not his last resort. In a world filled with noise and distraction, this verse calls us to place our relationship with God at the center of our daily rhythm.

This theme is echoed in Psalm 143:8: “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go…” Here David seeks not only God’s presence but also His direction. He

desires practical guidance for the day ahead—wisdom for decisions, strength for challenges, and clarity for the path he must walk. God’s love is not distant; it leads, instructs, and sustains those who trust Him.

Together, these verses remind us of the spiritual value of beginning our day with God. Morning devotion—whether a whispered prayer, a moment of Scripture reading, or quiet reflection—opens our hearts to His guidance and fills us with renewed peace. It is in these early moments that we lift our souls to the One who knows our needs, hears our cries, and strengthens our hope.

As we rise each day, may we echo the psalmist’s posture: seeking God first, trusting His promises, and allowing His word to steady our hearts. In every dawn, God offers fresh mercy, new strength, and the assurance that we do not walk alone.

Come and Receive a Blessing: All are Welcome!

Wednesday: 7 p.m. Bible Study via Zoom: 904-468-5745. Book: Ezra

Thursday: Pantry and in-person prayer meeting at 11 a.m.

Baptism and Membership Classes: Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. See Rev. Sara Upcoming Events – Save the Dates

Sunday, May 17: English Service at 11:15 a.m.

Escuela Dominical at 11:15 a.m.; Servicio en Español at 12:30 p.m.

Thursday, May 28: LCOA Workshop: Healthy Living for the Brain and Body by Alzheimer’s Association at 12 p.m.

––G. Abadia

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15

Fellowship in a spiritual context signifies a profound bond among individuals who share the same faith or spiritual journey. It emphasizes mutual support, care, and nourishment within a community of believers. We believe fellowship is crucial for spiritual growth and unity.

That is what we have and what we can offer at Marcos 16:15.

1 John 1: 3-4 “We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard,so that you also may have fellowship with us. And our fellowship is with the Father and with his Son, Jesus Christ.We write thisto make ourjoy complete.”

Please join us on Sundays as we gather together in fellowship. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, second floor, Rm. 33.We livestream on Facebook every Sunday at 11:30 a.m.

Services Offered

Monday: Spanish Telephone Bible Studies, 8 p.m. (564-888-5521; Code: 696248)

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

Thursday: English Telephone Bible Studies, 8 p.m. (564-888-5521; Code: 696248)

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

Holy Communion is the first Sunday of the month.

God bless you and remember, Jesus loves you.

En un contexto espiritual, la comunión significa un vínculo profundo en-

tre individuos que comparten la misma fe o el mismo camino espiritual. Enfatiza el apoyo mutuo, el cuidado y el sustento dentro de una comunidad de creyentes. Creemos que la comunión es crucial para el crecimiento espiritual y la unidad.

Eso es lo que tenemos y lo que podemos ofrecer en Marcos 16:15.

1 Juan 1:3-4 “lo que hemos visto y oído, eso os anunciamos, para que también vosotros tengáis comunión con nosotros; y nuestra comunión verdaderamente es con el Padre, y con su Hijo Jesucristo.Estas cosas os escribimos, para que vuestro gozo sea cumplido.”

Por favor, acompáñenos los domingos mientras nos reunimos en comunión. Estamos ubicados en el 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, 2.º piso, Sala 33. Transmitimos en vivo por Facebook todos los domingos a las 11:30 a. m.

Servicios Ofrecidos

Lunes: Estudios Bíblicos telefónico, 8 p.m. (564-888-5521; Código: 696248) Martes/Viernes: Estudios Bíblicos Zoom, 8 p.m. (ID 3447367643; Código: 3jEJ2W)

Jueves: Estudios Bíblicos telefónico/Ingles, 8 p.m. (564-888-5521; Código: 696248)

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

La Santa Cena es el 1er Domingo del mes.

Que Dios le bendiga y recuerda que Cristo te ama.

—Blanca Santana