Co-op City Times 06-13-26

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Congressman Latimer’s Infrastructure Taskforce Tours Co-op City

By DANIELLE CRUZ

On Thursday, June 12, Riverbay Management met with members of Congressman George Latimer’s Infrastructure Task Force and representatives from the congressman’s Bronx and White Plains district offices for a tour of Co-op City. Prior to the tour, the group was given an overview of how Co-op City and Riverbay are structured and provided with informational packets on all the buildings and sections in Co-op City.

Public Safety Department Graduates 13 New O cers

By ALICE MORENO

The visit was part of an

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The Co-op City Department of Public Safety (CCPD) held a commencement ceremony for 13 new officers from the class of 2026 on Friday, June 12, 2026, in the Dreiser Auditorium.

Members of the Riverbay Board of Directors, Riverbay Management, and representatives from the officers’ union, the Police Benevolent Association (PBA), attended the ceremony, along with the new officers’ family, friends, and colleagues who came out to support and congratulate them.

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2026 consists of 13 new officers who will work alongside veteran officers to ensure the safety and security of Co-op City shareholders and property.

Voting in Riverbay Board Election Ends in 2½ Weeks 2,220

Ballots Still Needed for Quorum

By ROZAAN BOONE

With approximately two and a half weeks remaining in the 2026 Riverbay Board of Directors election voting period, shareholders are reminded that their participation is essential to achieving the quorum required to validate the election.

As of press time yesterday, the 2026 Election Committee reported that 2,821 ballots have been received and 2,220 additional ballots are needed to reach the required quorum of 5,041 ballots. Every eligible shareholder is encouraged to cast their ballot as soon as possible to help ensure the election is concluded on schedule this year.

The voting period ends on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Ballots received by the deadline will be counted towards the quorum and the election results. Should the required quorum not be obtained by July 1, the election may need to be extended, resulting in additional costs to the housing corporation, which are ultimately borne by shareholders.

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2026 Primary Election

Early Voting Begins Sat., June 13

By DANIELLE CRUZ

Early voting for the New York 2026 Primary Election starts today, Saturday, June 13, and will end on Sunday, June 21. The early voting polling site for Coop City shareholders is in the Dreiser Auditorium.

Primary Election Day is on Tuesday, June 23, and shareholders can visit https://findmypollsite.vote.nyc to find their polling site.

For this year’s Primary Election, shareholders will be casting votes for the New York State Comptroller and the 82nd Assembly District seat. Only voters registered with the democratic party will be voting in this primary.

The candidates seeking Democratic nomination for New York State Comptroller are incumbent Thomas P. DiNapoli, Raj Goyle, and Drew Warshaw.

In the race for the 82nd Assembly District seat, incumbent Michael Benedetto is running against Jake Kuhl, and Felix Omozusi.

Early Voting Schedule

Saturday, June 13: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, June 14: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday, June 15: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, June 16: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, June 17: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday, June 18: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Friday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, June 21: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

On Primary Election Day, June 23, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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April 1, 2026 are eligible to vote in this year’s Board election. Voters are asked to elect five directors to the Riverbay Board. Those elected will each serve three-year terms on the Board of Directors. A total of 11 certified candidates are seeking election to the five available seats. The certified candidates are Michelle Marbury, Rod Saunders, Monique Coleman, Andrea Leslie, Idalia Reyes, Yanira D. Jaime, Aaron Carnegie, Lynette Wright, Nero Graham, Darnell Lopez and Keith Logan.

There is one vote per residential unit.

The 2026 Election Committee, chaired by Board Director Mary Pearson, continues to encourage eligible shareholders to return their election ballot so the required quorum can be obtained, and the additional expense and inconvenience of an election extension can be avoided. Every ballot returned brings Co-op City closer to a successful and timely conclusion of the election.

In addition to Election Chairperson Pearson, the other members of the 2026 Election Committee who are also generously donating their time and efforts to help guide the process and ensure the election is fair to all candidates include Jewel Crawford-Duncan, Alice Jackson, Thalia Roach, Robert Gray, Lauren Lassiter, Georgetta White and Anika Green-Watson. The work of the 2026 Election Committee is advised by Riverbay General Counsel Jeff Buss.

This week, the Election Committee began airing a video produced by shareholder Tobias Garcia on the Riverbay Crawler and the corporation’s YouTube channel. Mr. Garcia has created a couple of videos to explain how to fill out and return the Board election ballot, and to encourage fellow shareholders to participate in the Board election which he has shared on social media. His engagement efforts prompted a challenge last week from Election Chair Pearson to other shareholders to try to top Mr. Garcia’s creativity.

Shareholders are reminded to carefully read and follow the instructions that accompany the ballot in the green election envelope. Voting is being conducted by mail in absentee ballot.

On the ballot are the names of the 11 certified candidates and shareholders are charged with selecting up to five only. Be mindful that selecting more than five candidates will result in a spoiled ballot which cannot be counted.

Shareholders who do not wish to vote for candidates, can select the option on the ballot to vote for “Quorum purposes only.” This option should only be selected if you are not voting for candidates.

Next, vote “Yes” or “No” on the referendum question to approve an amendment to the Riverbay Bylaws on how vacancies on the Board are filled, or leave it blank.

GOT FOOT PAIN?

The Riverbay Bylaws stipulate that vacancies on the Board that result from the death, resignation or removal of a Board director elected by shareholders would be filled by the unelected candidate who received the highest number of votes in the most recent Board election. That individual, once sworn in, would serve until the next Board election.

The proposed amendment to the Riverbay Bylaws on how Board vacancies are filled is the reason for the referendum question on the ballot this year. Shareholders’ approval is being sought to amend the corporation’s Bylaws so that the individual who is seated to fill a vacancy on the Board of Directors may serve out the unexpired term of the director they are replacing, instead of serving only until the next Board election.

Once the ballot has been filled out, it must be placed into the Secret Ballot Envelope, sealed and then the Secret Ballot Envelope must be inserted into the postage paid Business Reply Mail envelope which has the unique barcode imprinted on the outside of the envelope. This unique code verifies the ballot and the residential unit it represents. If the ballot is not returned in the appropriate ballot return envelope, it cannot be counted since its authenticity cannot be verified.

Completed ballots can then be returned to YesElections in one of two ways – the postage-paid return envelope can be deposited into the blue official Riverbay ballot drop box located in each of the three community centers, or dropped into a US Mailbox. Mailed ballot envelopes must be postmarked by July 1, 2026 to count in the election.

Anyone who has not yet received their official green ballot envelope from YesElections, the independent election vendor, or who requires a replacement ballot, is asked to immediately contact the company by calling (855) 485-1988 or to send an email to help+riverbay@yeselections.com.

The Riverbay Board of Directors is the policy-making body of the Riverbay Corporation and is responsible for establishing policies and strategic direction of the corporation, monitoring the corporation’s finances, approving annual budgets and large expenditures, and helping guide the long-term direction of Co-op City. Decisions made by the Board affect every shareholder, making the annual election one of the more important opportunities for shareholders to participate in the governance of the community. By casting a ballot, shareholders contribute to a democratic process that helps keep the corporation accountable and responsive to the community it serves.

With 2,220 ballots needed to reach quorum, every vote counts and every shareholder’s voice matters.

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Hutchinson River EcoTours

Explore the river outside your door and learn about its history, wildlife, ecological significance, and the Hutchinson River Restoration Project’s efforts to clean it up.

Tours are offered on Saturday and Sunday. You can also gather a group of eight people and request a date. Details at: https://tinyurl. com/5297a8jh; Email: hutchinsonriver@gmail.com.

Coffee with Mike

NBA Finals Watch Party

Come out and enjoy Games 5-7 of the NBA Finals with your fellow shareholders. For more information, email: community@riverbaycorp.com.

Game 5: Saturday, June 13, 8 p.m., in the Einstein Center, Rm. 45.

Game 6: Tuesday, June 16, 6 p.m., in Dresier Auditorium B.

Game 7: Friday, June 19, 6 p.m., in Dreiser Auditorium B.

FIFA World Cup Final

On Sunday, July 19, in the Dreiser Auditorium, come out to watch the FIFA World Cup live! Bring your family and friends to enjoy this exciting event. Show off your team pride and design your own table. The best-designed table wins a prize. Doors open at 1 p.m.; game starts at 3 p.m. For more information, email community@ riverbaycorp.com.

Please be advised that Assembly Member Michael Benedetto will be conduction his ‘Coffee With Mike’ Session on Saturday, June 20, between the hours of 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at the Section 5 pizzeria. Remember, Father’s Day is Sunday, June 21st.

By BRANDON ORTIZ

Penn Station’s redevelopment took a step closer this week after the federal government revealed designs for the new transportation hub.

United States Department of Transportation (USDOT), Amtrak and Penn Transformation Partners (PTP) officials came together to deliver the announcement on June 8. Overall, this redesign aims to reduce congestion, expand waiting areas and centralize public activity on a single ADA-compliant concourse level above the platforms.

The plan includes various infrastructure upgrades such as the following, according to USDOT: a brand new entrance on Eighth Avenue, open walkways with concourses, expanded track capacity, new retail options, improved wayfinding and improvements to Penn Station’s subterranean structure.

As for funding, “the project will be funded primarily through federal grants to Amtrak, together with federal loans, private financing, and equity raised by PTP,” according to USDOT. Part of USDOT’s $5 billion investment into Amtrak’s Northeast Rail Corridor revitalization will be used toward the Penn Station redevelopment project. USDOT also directly invested $243 million between April 2025 and May 2026 to jumpstart the planning and permitting work for the station redevelopment USDOT plans to break ground on the project at the end

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USDOT Reveals Design for New Penn Station

of 2027 and expects construction to finish by 2034. In related news, Amtrak recently sued the MTA on April 22, 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 went on to say. Amtrak sued for an injunction from the court, mandating that Metro-North stop denying their requests.

On May 21, U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff denied Amtrak’s request for an injunction while the two parties worked out arbitration for their overarching dispute. Amtrak still plans to continue on with their suit and referred to Judge Rakoff’s ruling in May as “preliminary.”

Construction of the Co-op City Station for the Penn Station Access Project will continue this summer, focusing on the station head house and boiler room, according to the MTA on June 1. Additionally, the MTA also highlighted this month that they completed work on Pelham Lane Bridge and reopened both tracks.

NYS Senate Passes Bill Protecting Against Surveillance Pricing

By: BRANDON ORTIZ

New York is hoping to provide better consumer protection against surveillance pricing after the State Senate passed legislation this month addressing the practice.

Under this bill, not only is surveillance pricing prohibited, but also “the collection, use, retention, or sharing of data to facilitate surveillance pricing.” Surveillance pricing is a practice that uses the personal data of customers to set different prices for the same product or service. Some platforms use algorithms that leverage personal data such as purchase history, location or online activity to tailor prices for a product or service. This practice tries to extrapolate as much profit as possible by identifying customers who are more willing to pay more for the same product or service.

Average consumers may not be aware of the depths that some retailers go to collect personal information. “Consumer behaviors ranging from mouse movements on a webpage to the type of products that consumers leave unpurchased in an online shopping cart can be tracked and used by retailers to tailor consumer pricing,” as explained by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in January of 2025 following a preliminary market study on surveillance pricing.

This FTC market study focused on the intermediaries that companies hire to “algorithmically tweak and target their prices,” according to the FTC, and found a minimum of 250 retailers utilized an intermediary. Some examples of the types of surveillance pricing tactics retailers may implement could be “a cosmetics company targeting promotions to specific skin types and skin tones,” or “a consumer who is profiled as a new parent may intentionally be shown higher priced baby thermometers on the first page of their search results,” as explained by the FTC.

Notably, the NYS Senate bill does not eliminate the existence of seasonal sales or promotional programs, and instead requires such sales to be independent of using any personal data, as well as any loyalty programs to clearly disclose terms or conditions.

Violators of the bill can face a maximum civil penalty of $5000 for their first violation and $20,000 for each subsequent violation.

With the bill passing through both the State Assembly and Senate, the next step is for Governor Kathy Hochul’s signature to enact the bill into law.

Prior to the recent development in improving consumer protection against surveillance pricing, New York passed General Business Law 349-a in November of 2025 to add transparency for consumers purchasing items online. When a product’s price has been adjusted according to a personalized algorithm, the entity or platform selling the item “shall include with such statement, display, image, offer or announcement, a clear and conspicuous disclosure that states: This price was set by an algorithm using your personal data,” as explained by the law. General Business Law 349-a was originally included in Governor Hochul’s Fiscal Year 2026 plan.

Hello, Voters,

Report from the 2026 Election Committee

Unless you’re reading this online on Friday, the twelfth, I’m calling you “late for breakfast.” The Section Five Association is holding and hosting a Saturday morning of connection, conversation, and community as well as candidates, no doubt, because June 13th is the day that elections collide

Early voting for the civic elections on the state and federal level begins on the 13th and ends on the 23rd of June. The Riverbay Board election officially began on May 20th and will continue until 5,041 valid ballots hit the mailbox and the Drop Box in or beyond June.

It’s up to you, you solid group of (still shy of) 3,000. The ones who see, separate, and open that yearly green ballot envelope before it gets mixed in with a stack of endless unsolicited mailed clutter.

The next Ballot Drop Box pick up date is Wednesday, June 17, the day after Turnout The Vote Tuesday: Part 2. Co-op City is counting on you, you Board Election early voters, to inspire your neighbors in your own building or on your own townhouse grounds to get their ballots back to YesElections sooner than later.

Let’s get it done so we don’t need to still be waving those green pom-poms or those enormous green envelopes at our neighbors on Turnout The Vote Tuesday: Part Who Knows What!

Lucky for us, we have a new secret weapon. Tobias Garcia has struck again, and this time he’s struck gold. He’s conjured up a timeless video, a perennial Co-op City Election Anthem.

So now, while you attempt to coax a vote from a neighbor on this hopefully last Turnout The Vote Tuesday, instead of asking, Did you vote yet? You can excitedly ask, Have you seen the video?!

Pull it up on your phone and just let the remarkable video, Step to the Ballots!, aka Vote for the Love of Co-op City, do the arm-twisting for you.

It’s up on the Crawler. It’s also on the Co-op City YouTube channel accessible from coopcity.com.

While you’re on the YouTube channel, check out the How to Vote in the 2026

2026 Co-op City Scholarship Honors

Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith Jr. Application Deadline: June 19, 2026

Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Co-op City Scholarship.

This year’s scholarship, honoring the memory of long-time Co-op City shareholder, the late Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith, Jr., is sponsored by New York State Assembly Member Michael R. Benedetto and United States Congressman George Latimer.

This initiative will help students who live in Co-op City achieve their dreams of attending college.

“I don’t need to tell parents that the cost of attending college has become increasingly more expensive,” said Assembly Member Michael R. Benedetto, chair of the New York State Assembly Committee on Education.

Qualifications for the scholarship are as follows:

• Applicants must reside in Co-op City

• Be in their senior year of high school

• Currently serving, or have served, their community in a volunteer capacity, and

• Have a C+ or better grade average.

This year, the Co-op City Scholarship Fund will award three scholarships of $1,000 each to high school students to use for school-related expenses, for example, books or tuition.

The Co-op City Scholarship Fund has awarded approximately 50 scholarships since its inception in 2011.

Applications for the scholarship are available via the QR code on the right, on flyers located on community bulletin boards, and via email at coopcityscholarship@gmail.com.

The scholarship application period will end on Friday, June 19, 2026.

For more information, please contact Theresa Smith at 718-925-5052.

Stay Engaged!

Co-op City shareholders are homeowners, not tenants. Participate in community activities!

Board of Directors Election nuts and bolts production. It’s also on the Crawler and it covers pretty much every detail: How to fill out the ballot; how to make sure you use both envelopes when returning your ballot – the secret ballot envelope and the postage paid reply envelope; where you can return your ballot, either by dropping it in the mailbox or putting it in a Drop Box. It also shows where each of the Dropbox is located. The whole works!

All I can add is a reminder that US citizenship is not a requirement for voting in a Board election – all shareholders in good standing may vote and are urged to do so.

I can also add that if it’s not inconvenient for you drop your ballot in one of the drop boxes, please do. Let’s put them to money-saving use. They weren’t just dragged out to be used as election props. Each ballot dropped in an official Riverbay Ballot Drop Box saves us $0.81. Multiply that by the remaining more than two thousand votes that we’re short and we’re not talking chump change! Help bring Election 2026 in Cheapand on Time.

And we can still shake a pom-pom for election awareness like we did at the last Turnout The Vote Tuesday, or at last Saturday’s Community Fair, or at the fantastic Game 4 NBA watch party, where Step to the Ballots, aka, Vote for the Love of Co-op City had its in-person debut.

Spread Tobias wonderful video to everyone on your email or text list and show up with a pom-pom wherever these almost-summer and beyond gatherings happen.

Shake ‘em at this week’s June 16th Turnout The Vote Tuesday and on Wednesday, the 17th, during the JASA Juneteenth March around Bartow.

Shake them again at the next Turnout The Vote Tuesday, the day before the last Drop Box ballot pick up on Election Deadline Day: Wednesday, July 1.

And don’t forget to shake them this Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to noon on the Section 5 Greenway… unless I’ve called you late for breakfast.

–Mary Pearson Chair, Election Committee

Reminders to Shareholders

Shareholders are reminded that washers and dryers are prohibited in high-rise residential units in Co-op City. The community fine for unauthorized appliances in an apartment is $150. Washers and dryers, installed by a licensed professional, are only allowed in townhouses. Window air conditioners are also prohibited in all Co-op City residential buildings, including townhouses.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Task Force –– (Cont’d from page 1) ongoing effort by Congressman Latimer’s office to gather information and recommendations through various citizen task forces that were established to help develop legislative recommendations aimed at benefiting residents in the 16th Congressional District.

The Infrastructure Task Force is one of seven citizen task forces announced by Congressman Latimer in December 2025. Comprised of residents who live or work within the district, each task force is chaired by an individual with expertise in a specific issue area. Some of the other task forces include Energy & Environment, Intergovernmental Affairs, Veterans Affairs, Foreign Policy & Military Affairs, Jobs & Economy, and Social Services.

Among those serving on the Infrastructure Task Force is Co-op City shareholder and former Riverbay General Manager Noel Ellison, who opened the meeting by introducing Riverbay General Manager Marvin L. Walton and Riverbay General Counsel Jeffrey Buss.

Mr. Ellison explained that the purpose of the visit was to provide task force members with a firsthand look at one of the nation’s largest affordable housing developments.

“I wanted to invite everybody to Co-op City to get a view of what affordable housing looks like when it’s successful,” said Mr. Ellison

Johnathan Lewis, chair of the Infrastructure Task Force, said the information gathered during the meeting and tour would help inform the group’s research and recommendations.

The visit was also intended to provide the group with a better understanding of the issues facing Coop City and the ways in which the federal government may be able to assist affordable housing developments.

Prior to providing an overview of Co-op City and Riverbay Corporation, GM Walton welcomed the task force and expressed his hope that the visit would demonstrate both the value and importance of affordable housing in the Bronx.

“We hope you leave overwhelmed and encouraged to see what you can do to continue to build affordable housing across the Bronx, because our special interest is the Bronx,” said GM Walton

GM Walton also distributed maps of Co-op City and informational materials outlining the corporation’s various departments and the services they provide to shareholders. He also discussed the role of the Riverbay Board of Directors and emphasized the importance of community engagement in addressing shareholder concerns and improving services.

“We believe strongly in hearing from our community and doing something about what we hear,” said GM Walton. “So, we always tell shareholders, if you see something, say something. Then once you say it, it’s up

to Management to do something about it.”

GM Walton also highlighted Riverbay’s Community Location Model, an initiative that was announced back in December to restructure property management operations by creating smaller management portfolios throughout the development. The model is intended to provide increased oversight of buildings and townhouses while strengthening accountability and improving service delivery.

The initiative, GM Walton explained, was developed in response to concerns expressed by shareholders regarding recurring problems, frustrations and unmet service needs. Through a series of discussions with the Board and residents, Management identified several issues related to apartment repairs and customer service.

GM Walton also discussed the operation of Co-op City’s Power Plant and how it also serves as a source of income for the community through Con Edison’s Demand Response Program. As part of this program, during periods of high energy demand, typically in the summer when air conditioners are heavily used across the city, Riverbay may be asked to reduce its electrical load and export power back to the city’s power grid.

“We’re one of few power plants to have a direct connect into Con Edison,” said GM Walton. “So we sell our excess energy back to Con Edison. We raise anywhere from $3 to $4 million in a good year.”

Following the meeting, task force members toured portions of the community and continued discussions regarding infrastructure, operations, and affordable housing. The group toured a model three-bedroom apartment and the Power Plant, where they received a firsthand look at the operations required to provide power, heating, and cooling to a community as big as Co-op.

At the conclusion of the visit, Lewis said the information gathered during the tour would contribute to the task force’s ongoing work and final report.

“Today was an extraordinarily important opportunity for Congressman Latimer and the Latimer Infrastructure Task Force to learn about Co-op City and the model it can be for the nation about new solutions for the nation’s affordable housing crisis,” said Mr. Lewis. “And we will take back to the task force the lessons we’ve learned here today, do additional research, and look forward to talking more with everyone here as we work on our final report.”

(L-R) Miles Genkin, Congressman’s Bronx D.O.; Tremaine O’Garro, Congressman’s Bronx D.O.; Campbell Alin, Congressman’s Westchester D.O.; Riverbay General Manager Marvin L. Walton; Ben Sliverberg, Congressman’s Westchester D.O.; Michael Stanton, Task Force member; Harmeet Goindi, Task Force member; Riverbay General Counsel Jeffrey Buss; Dylan Pyne, Task Force member; Task Force Chair Jonathan Lewis; Ellen Hendricks, Congressman’s Westchester D.O.; and Noel Ellison, Task Force member.

Important Notice to Shareholders of Building 13

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 13

100 Casals Place

Current Lease

Expiration Date: September 30, 2026

New 3-Year

Expiration Date: September 30, 2029

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June 01, 2026

Public Safety Blotter

May, 31 2026 – June 6, 2026

2085 Bartow Avenue – CCPD responded to calls from a business for a suspect who refused to pay for his food and fled the establishment. CCPD canvassed the area and apprehended and arrested the suspect who was charged with Theft of Services and processed accordingly.

June 02, 2026

113 Dreiser Loop – CCPD observed a cooperator screaming loudly while blocking vehicular traffic and causing public alarm. The cooperator was placed under arrest and charged with Disorderly Conduct and issued a Community Complaint for Anti-Social behavior.

113 Dreiser Loop – CCPD

observed a cooperator with an open can of an alcoholic beverage in public view. The cooperator was issued a Criminal Court Summons and a Community Complaint for Anti-Social Behavior.

Corner of Baychester Avenue/ Donizetti Place – A cooperator reported returning to their parked vehicle and observing that the catalytic converter to their vehicle had been removed by an unknown suspect without their permission.

June 04, 2026

13A Asch Loop – A cooperator reported returning to their parked vehicle and observing that the license plate had been removed by an unknown suspect without their permission.

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Viewpoint Daryl Johnson It’s Time To Move Forward

We have a lot of problems in our community and throughout NYC. Therefore, we must help our residents and our community to go forward.

Let’s Work Together

At times, it might seem like some folks may have given up on certain areas of life. So, it’s possible that they’re getting themselves into a lot of trouble. Therefore, in reference to our community, we have to ask ourselves if we can help some of our residents to make improvements.

From my perspective, the answer should be yes. Therefore, we can start by helping one another. For instance, can we help each other by greeting each other in a kind way? Thereafter, can we spread the word about some positive information that might be going on here and throughout NYC?

For instance, what would you do if you knew about some nice employment opportunities that could help our community? Would you keep that information to yourself or would you try to incorporate that information into your conversations?

Example, how would you feel if you told someone about a job. Then, they applied for that job and started working at that place. Next, after a few years passed, you run into that person. Then, with much joy, they tell you that they’re happily working at the place that you recommended. Furthermore, they tell you that they can amply provide for themselves and their family. So, how would you feel at that point? Do you see how your positive words became a huge blessing for that person and their family?

Lots of Available Jobs

Let’s start with the MTA. Do you know that the MTA is looking to hire a lot of people? Now, you might think that they’re only hiring folks to drive busses and trains. But, can you believe that they’re hiring for a lot of other positions?

For instance, here are some of the jobs that are listed on their website. They have 60 administrative and managerial positions available. The salary for a chief safety officer is listed at $260,000 - $285,000. A paralegal job is listed at $79,568. A manager for a field safety job is listed at $80,644 - $113,091.94. Good money? Absolutely!

Engineering and Architecture department – 48 jobs; Information Technology – 46 jobs; Operations – 23 jobs; Laborer & Skilled Trade – 3 jobs; and Law Enforcement – 344 civilian job. Then, they have civil service exams for specific jobs.

NYC is also hiring folks to work at several agencies. So, please do a search on NYC jobs. Then, you’ll see that they have a lot of available jobs. For instance, ACS – 80 jobs; OATH – 11 jobs; HPD – 73 jobs; HRA/Department of Social Services – 145 jobs; and DYCD – 64 jobs.

Here are some of the jobs that are listed for DYCD: Administrative Services Coordinator, Facilities Coordinator, APU Payment Analyst. Now, can you believe that each of these jobs pay between $62,868 - $97,583?

Can you believe that NYCHA posted 69 jobs? For instance, a Housing As-

sistant job is listed at $45,435 - $73,638. A Housing Manager job is listed at $72,066 - $111,483. A Community Associate job is listed at $45,000 - $57,000. Enough? Maybe. But, I only posted just a few jobs to show you that there are a lot of available employment opportunities at several places. Therefore, I want to encourage everyone that is looking for work to please go online and check out these jobs and other jobs.

Furthermore, I want to encourage everyone to please do not give up looking for work. In other words, a person can be unemployed. However, in a positive manner, they should understand that their next job is to find another job. Sure, it might be tough. But, life can be tough. Therefore, the key is to stay strong and do not give up.

Help Your Children

Graduation time is right around the corner. And, a lot of kids will be out of school with a lot of time on their hands. So, I want to encourage the parents here to please sit down and talk to them. Can you help them to make some good plans for the future? What do they like to do?

Medical work? If you go online, then you’ll see that there are hundreds of jobs in and around our community. Law enforcement? If you go online, you’ll see that the FBI, the NYPD, the Secret Service, and other law enforcement agencies have websites that might capture the attention of your young ones. What about working in a school as a teacher?

Bottom line: Children can learn and do a lot of good things. Therefore, I want to encourage our parents to please sit down with your children. Then, please have conversations with them about a variety of things that can help them to grow.

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Please take some time out of your schedule to teach and to help your children to grow. And, with God’s help, believe that they can succeed. 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.

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Dearest shareholders.

Building 28 Association

Our next and final Building 28 Association Meeting before our summer break will be held on Wednesday, June 17, at 7 p.m. Come out and join the conversation!

Invited Guest Speaker: NYPD Community Affairs

The Community Affairs Bureau is a specialized division within the New York City Public Safety Department dedicated to fostering trust, building partnerships, and creating direct lines of communication between the police and the communities they serve.

Learn about community programs, resources, public safety initiatives, and opportunities to engage with local law enforcement. Bring your questions, concerns, and ideas.

Building Dues: $10 and will be collected at the meeting.

50/50 Raffle will also be held.

Riverbay Board Election – Green ballot envelopes have been mailed. A quorum requires 5,041 ballots. If you have not yet voted, please do so before July 1, 2026. Ballot Drop Box location: Einstein Community Center, next to the ATM.

Your Vote Matters! Every vote helps us reach quorum.

Early Voting – 2026 Primary Elections

Early Voting begins June 13, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Co-op City Voting Site: 177 Dreiser Loop Community Center.

Community Events

June 13 – Section 5 Community Breakfast, 9-12 p.m., on the Section 5 Greenway. Join your neighbors for music, entertainment, community fellowship, and food.

June 27 – Section 2 Summer Fun Day, 12 p.m.-5 p.m., near Carver Loop & Casals Place. Enjoy free hot dogs, cotton candy, great music, fun activities, a salsa contest, Name That Tune, and more.

Congratulations! – Congratulations to Desiree Brown, vice president of Building 32, on earning your Master’s degree in Urban Studies.

Scholarship Opportunity – Application Deadline: June 19, 2026.The Co-op City Scholarship Fund, honoring Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith Jr., will award three scholarships of $1,000 each.

Building 28 Association Receives Citizens NYC Award – We are proud to announce that Building 28 Association is a 2026 Citizens NYC Community Leaders Award Recipient, receiving a $3,500 grant to support youth and intergenerational programs

Building 13 Association

Thank you to all our Building 13 Association Inc. family. We will resume our meetings in September 2026. Stay informed and read the lobby bulletin board.

The Annual Juneteenth Celebration Luncheon presented by Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, along with our State Senator Jamaal Bailey, Congressman George Latimer, and Councilman Kevin Riley, is scheduled to be held at the Dreiser Community Center on June 18 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

To reserve a seat,email grayr@nyassembly.govor call 718-320-2220.

Green is the color you should look for when you open your mailbox and then make sure you follow the instructions and vote. This is the first step in the election season, so it is not the government vote; it is your immediate community vote. By the time this is printed, you should have received your green ballot envelope. If not, please contact the Election Committee. Information on how to contact the Committee should be in the Co-op City Times

Father’s Day – Let’s Celebrate DAD Together! Paint and Chat with us in Rivers Run Community Garden on Sunday, June 21, at 3 p.m. This is a family fun event, made possible by Councilman Riley and DYCD. Rivers Run Community Garden is located at 192 Co-op City Blvd. overlooking the water. 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 (rain date: 6/28/2026). Free franks, cotton candy, great music, fun activities, salsa contest, name that tune, and other fun activities. Thus far, we have received additional sponsorship from our Assemblyman Michael Benedetto, Congressman George Latimer, McCalls Bronxwood Funeral Home, Bob’s Discount Furniture, Goodyear Tire Store, and Attorney Stephen Kaufman.

Save The Date

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

Save The Date: Join us on August 4 from 4-8 p.m. near the grandstand on the Dreiser Greenway for the Co-op City Night Against Crime, saluting our CCPD officers. Refreshments will be served and featuring the world renowned DJ Hollywood.

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

“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

Save The Date – Building 28 Association Elections

Candidate nominations will take place at the September 2026 Membership Meeting. Election of Officers will take place at the October 2026 Membership Meeting.

Positions include president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer. Annual dues of $10 must be paid by June 30, to be eligible to vote. Voting is limited to one vote per household.

Officers elected will serve from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2028. Please continue to check the lobby bulletin boards for building and community events.

Stay informed. Stay engaged. It’s important to get to know your neighbors. Thank you for your continued support and participation throughout the year. We look forward to seeing everyone at our June meeting and reconnecting after the summer break.

Enjoy a safe and wonderful summer!

—Brenda Brown

Building 22 A & B Association

Hope you enjoyed the Co-op City Community Fair. There weren’t many vendors, but it was nice to visit with old friends and neighbors, and the weather cooperated. We will have two guest speakers at the meeting on June 15, at 7 p.m. in the association room, 100 Co-op City Blvd. on the first floor. (1) Verizon FiOS offers and changes (2) Co-op City Public Safety Department Community Affairs program. Come and have all your questions answered. We have a date for our trip to Atlantic City: September 19, 2026. Additional information will be posted on the bulletin board. Remember to read the Co-op City Times for all events and check out the candidate and vote!!! We need to reach quorum.

Compactor Room: Continue to read and follow instructions, we want that room to stay clean.

Laundry Room Etiquette: We still have a problem with cooperators not coming back on time to remove their clothes. Why? Others are waiting; be a good neighbor.Happy birthdayto all born this month. Our prayers to all who lost loved ones. Please check on the sick and shut ins. If you see something, say something. Blessings to all.

—Betty Leak

REFERENDUM:When You Get Your Ballot, Vote Yes To The Referendum

This change to the By-laws will make our voting procedures easier to understand and cost effective for those who wish to consider running for director and 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 5 candidates. Each year, five (5) Board member seats are up for election. The way the By-laws are currently written, depending on unforeseen circumstances, it could be 6 or more. Those who run would be the replacement having obtained votes already from the community. I hope you vote yes and pass the referendum.

JUNE PRIMARIES – EARLY VOTING: June 13th – 21st. Early Voting Poll Site: Co-op City Dreiser Loop Community Center, 177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx.

Did you know? PRIMARY ELECTIONS decide who advances to the November election and which issues get attention. Our vote helps ensure the needs of the community are on the ballot from the very start. Make a plan to VOTE, and make your IMPACT EARLY. Our vote protects democracy starting with the primaries.

The issues that affect our communities will make or break how we continue to thrive in this country. Together, let’s amplify our voices to make sure solutions to our most pressing issues are equitable.

Recent Building and Grounds Meeting

As the current Chair of this committee, I feel it is important to hear concerns and try to provide better understanding of issues faced by those using the services and those providing the services. As a result of our concerns, we had guests from CSC at our June meeting.

Thank you to Director of Construction Rick Jakai for completing the rear exit accessibility in garage number three resolving an issue for those with mobility challenges by providing easier entrance and exit with wheelchairs and walkers.

The Building and Grounds meeting commenced with Co-op City building presidents, Riverbay Corporation Management and special guests from CSC (laundry service provider) to discuss laundry room

operations and address ongoing machine issues. Brian Burke, Northeast Region General Manager; and Jorge Moreno, Field Service Manager, led the CSC team in discussing their service scope, which includes repairing laundry machines and card dispensers across 35 buildings with approximately 1,500 washers and dryers. The team explained their coverage with three technicians working staggered shifts from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, with Jorge’s office located on-site at the Einstein Center. Common issues discussed included over-soaping, improper detergent usage (powder vs. liquid), electrical problems in certain buildings, and ventilation issues causing dryer problems. Building presidents raised concerns about varying cycle times on machines, card dispenser acceptance of different bill denominations, and the need for educational signage about proper machine usage. The CSC team agreed to follow up on specific machine timing issues in designated buildings and discuss the possibility of attending future meetings and provide educational sessions about proper laundry usage.

FY 2026-2027: New York State Budget Expansion of SCRIE and DRIE Eligibility

The enacted budget raises the income eligibility threshold for SCRIE and DRIE from $50,000 to $75,000. State legislative leaders identified this increase as one of the housing affordability measures adopted and noted that the eligibility cap had not been increased in more than a decade.

The increase was intended to expand eligibility to additional seniors and persons with disabilities and to help preserve housing affordability in rent-regulated and Mitchell-Lama housing. Co-op City is home to a substantial population of seniors and residents living with disabilities. The increase in the income threshold from $50,000 to $75,000 may allow additional shareholders who were previously excluded from participation to become eligible for SCRIE or DRIE benefits.

Additional guidance from New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) should be reviewed to confirm:

1. The exact effective date for new applications.

2. Application procedures for Mitchell-Lama cooperative shareholders.

3. Recertification requirements for existing par-

Building 21 Association

Renovations Near Complete

The Building 21 Association is proud to announce the long-awaited reopening of the gathering room. After a period of closure due to multiple flooding incidents, we are grateful to share that renovations have been 90% successfully completed at the time this article is being written. We extend our sincere appreciation to the Riverbay staff for their cooperation and support throughout this process.

We warmly welcome all residents back and invite you to participate in this important new chapter. A general meeting will be held on Thursday, June 18, at 7 p.m. in the gathering room located in the rear lobby of Building 21B.

Elections

This meeting will highlight and include the election of officers for all positions, including president, vice president, treasurer, secretary, sergeant-atarms, and committee members. All Building 21 shareholders are encouraged to attend and take part.

This reopening marks a meaningful and long-awaited milestone for our community. The new officers will be officially seated September 1st in order to have a smooth transition and prepare them for the duties of their office.

Building 21 has always been one of the most active membership building associations in Co op City. This past year has been a struggle due to plumbing issues but we are rebuilding and we will build our membership strength and participation back to life.

Let’s do this together. Let’s be the example of neighborly co-operation that sets an example that we can all be proud of.

—Kevin Lambright

ticipants.

Management should monitor forthcoming guidance from HCR and provide updated information to shareholders regarding potential eligibility under the expanded SCRIE and DRIE programs.

45th Precinct Meetings: Each month (hiatus July and August), the 45th Community Council meeting is held on the first Thursday of the month at various locations. We were informed of the following that affects not only the city at-large, but in particular, our precinct:

• DUE TO ATTRITION, MANY OFFICERS ARE RETIRING. New York upstate passed a new recruitment age. NYC WANTS THE SAME CHANGE.

• Discussion centered on a proposed bill to bolster NYPD ranks and improve public safety and quality of life.

• The bill has support from city leadership, including the Council Speaker, PBA head Patrick Hendry, and Police Commissioner.

• Aim: Pass the bill before September, prior to the next NYPD academy class.

• The bill raises the maximum age for taking the NYPD entrance exam

• Emphasis on creating a pipeline for veterans and experienced public servants to join NYPD.

• Commitment to keep the community informed and involved.

If this bill is passed in NYC, it will allow precincts to fill the employment void they are facing and better staff our precincts.

Section 2 Summer Fun Day will be held on June 27, 2026 from 12-5 p.m. near Carver Loop and Casals Place (rain date: 6/28/2026). Free franks, cotton candy, great music, fun activities, salsa contest, name that tune, and other fun activities. Come hear DJ Sid Nice and the Steel Band Players. Please see the notice in your lobby the bulletin board.

Quote: “A lie told once is questioned. A lie repeated often enough becomes accepted. And once it becomes ‘common sense,’ people stop investigating it.” This describes how repetition transforms falsehoods into accepted truths or propaganda.

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

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 pick up times for the Saturday, June 27, Tropicana Atlantic City trip: 920 Baychester Ave., 8:40 a.m., Asch Loop (behind library), 9:10 a.m., 135 Einstein Loop (outside Community Center), 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. 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

Building 9 Association

Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. Congratulations and best wishes to all June birthdays, graduations, weddings, wedding anniversaries, bridal showers, baby showers, engagements, etc.

Again, congratulations to the 2026 Nine Diamonds recognized at our Volunteer Recognition Dinner in May: Dinora Tirado, Darlene Walker-Reid, Pamela Bryan, and Marva Malone.

Please be advised that applications are being accepted for the Rev. Dr. Robert A. Smith annu-

al scholarship award. High school seniors living in Co-op City, graduating in 2026, and accepted to an accredited college in the fall may apply. The scholarship award is $1,000. Please see the flyer on the bulletin boards. Use the QR code for quick access to the online application. The application deadline is June 19.

The Building 9-A elevator is still out of service due to a convector burst and resulting flood conditions. Please be patient. Do not press up and down call buttons at the same time. Do not hold the elevator door for someone who is not at the elevator and ready to enter when it arrives. No one who is already in the elevator should have to wait for you.

I was almost involved in a head-on collision with a speeding vehicle traveling fast as they turned the corner while travelling in the wrong direction in Garage 2, last Friday. Please, slow down in our garages and pay attention to the directional signs before someone is hurt.

You may call for exterminating services monthly until your problems are resolved.

The Building 9 Association general membership meetings are in hiatus status until September.

We will continue to host social events like Pokeno. Please, join us for fun and games on Wednesdays: June 24, July 8, and July 22.

Reminder:

AARP: Monday, June 8, meeting

Bartow JASA: Tuesday, June 9, Brownstone trip

RoDL: Wednesday, June 10, lunch at Marina del Rey

“Cooperation is always more powerful than competition.”

—Linda

Collins

Goose Island Seniors

135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475. 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 the hardware store 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. We need your balance to pay for the bus.

Nordic Lodge & Foxwood Casino – Sat., Aug 1. Price: $230. Call: 646-579-1701.

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. JASA & Goose Island Price: $145.

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., 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 slot 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 for 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 June: Rosaura Cruz, Linda Bannerman-Martin, Gloria Fields, Evelyn Jefferson, Alma Travieso, Valerie Santos, Bess Humphery, Ray Betancourt, Joan (Jackie) Ross, Joanne Chaney, Sheila Mathis and Julia Rivera.

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’s 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.

Building 6 Association

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

Thank you to Mr. Michael Ambo, director of the Riverbay Grounds department. His team heard our suggestions and delivered. All of the barren spaces outside of the building’s grounds have been filled with beautiful shrubbery and fir trees. The flowers will be planted throughout June.

Today is the first day of early voting. Our district’s poll site is at the Dreiser Auditorium. The dates and times are as follows:

Saturday, June 13: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, June 14: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday, June 15: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Tuesday, June 16: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, June 17: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Thursday, June 18: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Friday, June 19: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday, June 20: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday, June 21: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Compactor Room Etiquette: Never place raw garbage down the chute. Always rinse out recyclables and place them into the clear bag. Please take all bulk boxes and household appliances down to the basement’s ash cart room. Please don’t be a litterbug.

Laundry Room Etiquette: All loads should be removed within 15 minutes of completion. Never spray aerosol disinfectants into the machine; it could ignite a fire. All lint, debris, used dryer sheets, and emptied detergent bottles should be placed into its properly marked receptacle. The lavatory should always be locked for security purposes. Your lobby security door key will gain you entry. Laundry carts should never be removed from the room. We all want to live in a clean and safe space. Let’s foster community pride.

If anyone in your household is experiencing a mental health crisis, please dial 988. Mental health experts are available 24/7. June is Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month.

As the saying goes, if you see something, say something. Call CCPD at 718671-3050 or NYPD at 911. Our safety is paramount to our quality of life. Thank you to Lt. Devalle and Officer Ruiz for checking in on the neighbors this past weekend.

Neighbors, Co-op City is more than a city within a city, it’s a collective. This is your home. You are a shareholder; act like so. As always, we pray for safety over all.

The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go and not be questioned.” Maya Angelou

—Lauren K. Lassiter

Orange and Blue Sunset: The True Majesty from 1999 to 2026

By MICHAEL COLON

Just like the beginning of a Broadway play, the stage is bare and the curtains gently rise, causing the audience to lean forward in their seats with growing anticipation. Hands clap, voices cheer, and passion blends seamlessly with appreciation as the performers bring a story to life. The theater shines brightly as the actors showcase their art, creating an experience that captivates everyone watching. In many ways, Madison Square Garden is a theater of its own, putting on a show every year called the New York Knicks.

If I may paint the picture for you, imagine a polished hardwood basketball court painted in the colors of a city’s long history of pain, perseverance, and triumph. The squeak of sneakers from some of the greatest athletes in the world becomes part of a beautiful dance centered around an orange basketball and a ten-foot hoop. Now imagine a team dressed in orange and blue putting on a Broadway production filled with explosive athleticism, masterful skill, and emotion powerful enough to touch your soul. It is a story about heartbreak, joy, resilience, and overtime victories. The orange and blue jerseys glisten beneath the arena lights while sweat drips from the players as they fight to bring another victory to the Garden of hoop dreams.

As a kid growing up in the northern part of the Bronx and spending countless hours playing on the city’s playground courts, I can confidently say that New York City embodies the idea of survival of the fittest. My love for basketball became my first true passion, and with that passion came my loyalty to my first sports team: the New York Knickerbockers. I became a Knicks fan during the early 2000s, an era led by players such as Stephon Marbury, Jamal Crawford, David Lee, Nate Robinson, and Eddy Curry before eventually transitioning into the Carmelo Anthony years. Those teams shaped my childhood and adolescence, and many of my earliest memories of basketball are painted in orange and blue hues glowing from a television screen.

I always looked forward to turning on MSG Network and hearing Mike Breen call games alongside Walt “Clyde” Frazier. Breen’s excitement and Clyde’s signature rhymes became part of the soundtrack of my youth. I still remember the first pair of Starbury sneakers my grandfather bought me downtown. To many people they were simply a pair of affordable basketball shoes, but to me they represented a connection to the game and the team that had already become such an important part of my life.

Beneath the neon glow of those orange and blue lights, Knicks fans always wanted more. I remember Jamal Crawford’s incredible scoring displays and his ability to make difficult shots look effortless. I remember David Lee’s miraculous left-handed tip-in at the buzzer against Charlotte, a play that felt impossible even after seeing the replay. I remember the gravity-defying athleticism of Nate Robinson and the way he seemed to soar above players much taller than him. Later came the comeback victories led by Carmelo Anthony, the thunderous dunks of Amar’e Stoudemire, and the electrifying highlights provided by J.R. Smith. Those moments were more than sports highlights to me; they became cherished memories tied to specific moments in my life.

Basketball gave me an outlet when I needed one most. The court near the train tracks became a place where I could process my emotions, challenge myself, and temporarily escape the difficulties that life sometimes presented. Through the game, I found confidence, purpose, and a healthy way to express myself. Looking back now, I realize that the orange and blue lights of Knicks basket-

ball illuminated something much deeper than wins and losses. They revealed how powerful sports can be in helping people endure difficult times and continue moving forward.

One of my favorite memories is when my grandfather took my younger brother and me to our first Knicks game against the Toronto Raptors while I was a junior in high school. Walking into Madison Square Garden felt like entering a cathedral dedicated to basketball. The retired jerseys hanging from the rafters stood as reminders of the players who had proudly represented the franchise before my generation ever arrived. Just like the legends of Rucker Park and the countless playground players whose names may never appear in record books, those jerseys represented stories worth preserving and passing down.

Stories are ultimately what sports give us. They connect generations, neighborhoods, and communities. From Rucker Park to local courts with bent rims and missing nets, the Knicks exist as part of New York City’s basketball culture. The team belongs not only to Madison Square Garden but also to every player dribbling a basketball somewhere within the five boroughs. Whether it is a child dreaming of making the NBA or an adult reliving memories from decades ago, the Knicks remain woven into the identity of the city itself.

As I write this essay, Game 1 of the 2026 NBA Finals is only a few days away. The matchup carries echoes of the 1999 Finals against the San Antonio Spurs, but this version of the story belongs to a new generation. The Knicks are led by Jalen Brunson, whose toughness, leadership, and relentless determination have made him the heart of the franchise. Standing across from him is Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs’ generational talent whose extraordinary combination of size, skill, and potential has already inspired comparisons to some of the greatest players the sport has ever seen. Sports media continues to speculate about just how great Wembanyama’s career may become, and there is a genuine possibility that those projections will prove accurate. If that happens, it will only make this chapter of Knicks history even more memorable.

Regardless of how this Finals series ends, it has already reminded me of the magic that made basketball such an important part of my life growing up. It has reminded me of afternoons spent on playground courts, evenings spent watching games with family, and countless moments when hope felt stronger than logic. Sports have a unique ability to reconnect us with different versions of ourselves, and this Knicks run has done exactly that for me.

When I imagine an orange and blue sunset stretching across a summer evening sky, I imagine a city united by belief. I imagine the Knicks finally standing at the top of the basketball world while fans celebrate throughout the five boroughs. More importantly, I imagine what that victory would represent for the generations of supporters who remained loyal through decades of disappointment and rebuilding. Hope would no longer seem irrational. It would feel justified.

For every Knicks jersey worn with pride, every basketball dribbled on a city court, and every fan who continued believing through the highs and lows, the dream would finally feel complete. The story would not simply belong to the players on the court but to the people of New York themselves.

Go New York, Go New York, Go.

(Michael Colon is an award-winning Co-op City writer who has been featured in the Co-op City Times’ series, “Co-op Creatives.” The essay above explores Mr. Colon’s experience growing up in the Bronx as a devoted New York Knicks fan.)

National Pet Day Best Dressed Winner

Meet Nona. Wearing a CCPD officer costume, she won best dressed at the National Pet Day in May and was later affectionately nicknamed public safety’s mascot. “I felt compelled to dress her up honoring our officers due to their hard work and dedication to the community,” said Nona’s owner, Mashea Rodriquez.

National Council of Negro Women

NCNW Co-op City Section – Our last membership meeting before the summer will be tomorrow, Sunday, June 14. We will be meeting in Dreiser Community Center, Rm. 11, at 3 p.m. Zoom will be available for our shut-in members. We will be selecting up to three delegates to represent the Co-op City Section at our 62nd Biennial Convention in Atlanta, Georgia in October. Remember that Life Members and Legacy Life Members, even if they are not delegates from our section but attending the convention, each have a full vote. Just as we have been requested to submit our national dues to our national body, we are also being asked to pay our local dues of $50 by the end of June (preferably at our last meeting) instead of October as we had in the past. If you would like to visit our meeting because you might be interested in joining us, please contact our 2nd vice president at chinacabinet@yahoo.com.

Health Committee – Our last Saturday GirlTrek walk will be on June 27 at 9 a.m.! We don’t walk together during the summer months because our organization does not meet then. For more information, contact co-chairs Keisha Keelen at 917-697-4854 or Farah Martin at 917-806-2534.

June is Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York State -– Governor Kathy Hochul issued a proclamation designating June as Gun Violence Awareness Month in New York State. The month-long observance honors victims and survivors of gun violence, supports families and communities impacted by violence, and highlights the ongoing work of law enforcement agencies, community-based organizations and violence prevention professionals working to make New York safer. Every New Yorker deserves to live in a safe community free from gun violence. As we honor the lives lost, stand with survivors, and support families impacted by gun violence, we also recognize the progress New York has made through sustained investments in prevention, intervention and enforcement. The governor said, “Gun violence has declined significantly across our state, but our work is far from over. We will continue to support the law enforcement agencies, community organizations and local leaders working every day to save lives and strengthen communities.” During the first four months of 2026, shooting incidents with injury in communities participating in the state’s Gun Involved Violence Elimination (GIVE) initiative declined 17 percent compared to the same period in 2025.

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

Building 33 Association

Resident Updates:

A Full Day of Community Activities – June 13

Today, Saturday, June 13, is a great day to get out, meet neighbors, and enjoy community activities here in Section 5 and Building 33.

The Section 5 Association is hosting a Community Breakfast from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway. Cooperators are invited to stop by, enjoy breakfast, meet neighbors, and enjoy the entertainment and activities planned for the morning. Breakfast will be available while supplies last.

Community Game Night & Knicks Watch Party

The Building 33 Association invites all Co-op City residents to join us later this evening in the Building 33 Association Room.

Game Night will take place from 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Shareholders are invited to stop by, meet neighbors, enjoy light refreshments, and participate in a variety of games, including UNO, Connect Four, Jenga, Scrabble, and more. Feel free to bring along a favorite board or card game to share.

At 8 p.m., we will transition into a Knicks Watch Party, where we’ll project the game onto a large screen and cheer on New York together.

Whether you come for the games, the basketball, or simply to spend time with neighbors, we hope you’ll join us for a great evening of community and fun.

Riverbay Board Elections – Make Your Voice Heard. Voting for the Riverbay Board of Directors election remains one of the most important ways shareholders can participate in shaping the future of our community.

Recent voter turnout reports indicate that Building 33 continues to rank among the lower-performing buildings in shareholder participation. We know we can do better.

The Riverbay Board of Directors establishes policies, provides oversight, and helps guide important decisions affecting our community. Your vote matters.

Residents are encouraged to cast their ballots and encourage their neighbors to do the same. Even if you choose not to vote for a candidate, you may still submit a ballot for quorum purposes.

Let’s work together to improve Building 33’s participation and ensure our voices are heard.

Opportunities to Get Involved

The Building 33 Association is currently seeking a treasurer to help support Association operations and future community initiatives. We are also looking for an artist interested in creating a mural on 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. The finished artwork will be featured as part of a year-end silent auction, with proceeds going to the artist.

If you are interested in either opportunity, please contact us.

Stay Connected: For updates, notices, meeting recaps, and community information, visit: www.WeAreBuilding33.org

Questions or comments? Contact@WeAreBuilding33.org.

—Tobias Garcia

Broun Place Townhouse Association

Hey, fellow cooperators. Here we are with June numbers showing that we have already collected about half the required number of votes for quorum. These numbers were published in the Co-op City Times. So, we have already received half of the necessary ballots to make quorum. Vote, let’s get there. Broun Place has been No. 1 in percent of population voting. You have all of this month to vote. This is your opportunity to identify that you understand your responsibilities as a Mitchell-Lama community resident. VOTE!

Did you walk or shop during the 2026 June Fair? Perhaps you met a friend and walked together. It was hot at times, but I have known it to be worse. I saw a friend enter with an empty cart and leave with it full. I guess that means there were some good deals to be made.

Riverbay Corporation Power Plant is getting the air conditioning fixed as quickly as possible. Be patient. Happy to say, ours is working.

Let’s recognize and praise residents who have earned commendations for their participation in Co-op City. Know what the candidate stands for. Your vote counts.

Let this be a reminder to always carry a bottle of water. I needed the entire next day to recover from a “heat happening” where I got confused trying to leave the car. In the last article, we announced the passing of Theodora (Teddy) Bernstein, Judy Bernstein’s mother. We all knew the two of them as we watched them work in the gardens. Teddy will be much missed in our neighborhood. We offer deep condolences to the family and friends. Thanks to her building association for a beautiful tribute.

As a Co-op City cooperator, voting in the Board election is likely the most important responsibility you have. By voting, you tell what you want in this community. Read up on the candidates and VOTE.

Broun Place has undergone some changes, too. The large trees darkening the space around the lower dumpster pad, across from the tot-lot have been removed. The area is brightened. Thank you to the Grounds department for their great work. We will be announcing an afternoon association meeting in the near future. Thanks to the Building 23 Association President Leah Graham for her cooperation. Do you have an opinion on time or date? Renovations on parts of Orchard Beach have been completed. Do go and enjoy. The Bronx also has the zoo and a famous botanical garden park to enjoy, as well as other numerous park walks. Call each for more information. Have a great week.

Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

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 the fourth Sunday of the month at 3 p.m. The office hours are Monday & Wednesday from 10 a.m.-1. p.m.

Did You Know?Primary Elections decide who advances to the November election and which issues get attention. Our vote helps ensure the needs of the community are on the ballot from the very start. Make a plan to VOTE and make your impact early. Our vote protects democracy starting with the primaries.

Democracy & Freedom are at Stake: Black Americans fought, through sacrifice, courage, and persistence, for the right to vote. That right was earned, not given. In 2026, our vote remains one of the most powerful tools we have. It defends our rights, strengthens our communities, and shapes our future. The issues that affect our communities will make or break how we continue to thrive in this country. Together, let’s amplify our voices to make sure solutions to our most pressing issues are equitable.

June Primaries Early Voting: June 13-21. Early Voting Poll Site: Co-op City Dreiser Loop Community Center – 177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx.

Summer Sunset Cruise: Our second Sunset Cruise will set sail on Friday, September 11. It will leave from the World’s Fair Marina at 7 p.m. and return at 11:30 p.m. The cruise includes a buffet dinner (braised beef short ribs, lemon sole stuffed with crab meat, Chicken du Jour, and a vegetarian entrée. Cash bar.) $160 per person, first payment of $80 by June 20 (non-refundable). The charter bus is separate. Round trip: $30 per person (three pick-up stops). Free parking available. For additional information, call NAACP at 718-320-3210 or visit the website for flyers at Building 13 Association, Jacquie at 917-2176363 or the Facebook page.

117th NAACP National Convention – July 18-22, 2026, Chicago, Il.

This country is governed by the U.S. Constitution, which begins with the reminder “We, The People…” Not the politicians. Not the wealthy. The People. As the country celebrates its 250th anniversary in 2026, the NAACP continues to fight for the rights overdue to many

We, The People is a reminder that equal rights, quality education, accessible healthcare, and diversity, equity, and inclusion we seek are within our reach. And it can’t be denied by the corporations, politicians, and foreign forces that stand in our way.

Registration is now open for the convention and housing. Go to naacp.org. Today we march. Tomorrow, we organize. In November, WE VOTE! Looking to make an even greater impact?Become a champion for change and join us tokeep 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 Coop City (2210) and join. Office phone at: 718-320-3210 or email: naacpccity2210@gmail.com.

—Brenda Brown

Building 27 Association

Spring is in the air! We are appreciative of the nice weather and the trees. Flowers are blooming and lovely to look at. Thank you to the Grounds department for the display of plants, trees, and flowers.

Building 27 Association: Riverbay Board Election – The ballots have arrived and voting began on May 20. Please cast your vote as soon as possible so that we will meet the 5,041 votes/ballots required to meet the quorum. We have candidates that have met the challenge to keep this lovely community vibrant, healthy, safe, and clean now and for the future generations. Please vote as soon as possible.

Riverbay Board of Directors 2026 – Consist of 11 certified candidates and we are to vote and select five candidates to serve on the Riverbay Board for a 3-year term. The candidates’ pictures are posted in the buildings and we are really blessed with skilled candidates, all who are volunteering their skills and time to oversee and act in the best interest of the shareholders.

As of June 6, 2,507 ballots have been received. As we continue to vote, we can meet the required ballots of 5,041 by July 1, 2026. We believe the community is inspired by such skilled and talented leaders and trust that the candidates understand what is at stake in keeping the community affordable, safe, and livable.

The Purpose of the Annual Vote – We have a Board of 15 directors who are Co-op City residents and volunteers who typically rely on hired property

African American Association of Co-op City

Monthly Meeting

managers, accountants and legal counsel, to protect the shareholders’ property, maintain our financial health, and upkeep the quality of life in the community. To new shareholders, the explanation of the annual voting process should also be in the cooperator’s bylaws. So, take your time and please cast your vote. You may pick and choose five candidates of your choice. Also, there will be a referendum on the ballot. Please, cast your vote.

Deliveries – Bikes are still being brought into the buildings and on our elevators. A delivery person was spoken to about his e-Bike boldly parked in our lobby. Riverbay/CSO should send notices to each store owner advising them that bikes are not allowed in the buildings.

Resolutions submitted by the Riverbay Board should request that letters be sent to our local stores notifying the owners that e-Bikes are not allowed within our buildings.

Happy birthday to all who celebrate this month.

To those in bereavement, you have our sincere sympathy. We continue to wish all the best for health and safety.

Please contact Lydia Rondon at 718-583-3040 if a neighbor has passed away, is sick, or transferred to a nursing home.

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

Scott King

—H. Overman

Co-op City Democratic Club

2026 Endorsements

(Democratic Party Candidates for Public Office)

The association is participating in the celebration of Juneteenth this year, as a member organization of the Coalition of African American Churches and Organizations in Co-op City by traveling to Washington, DC for the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The bus will leave Co-op City on Saturday, June 20, and return by Sunday, June 21. To this, the association rescheduled its monthly meeting for Sunday, June 28. It will be the last meeting before summer. The association will partner with the Bronx Neighborhood Housing Services to address the issues of Will, Trust, Estate and Elderly Protection. Do not miss this opportunity.

AAACC to Honor Local Cops & Fire Officers

We are starting a new initiative with CCPD and the local engine house in Co-op City for the recognition of Officer of the Month with the CCPD and quarterly award for the Fire House due to the workforce. This is in collaboration with the two agencies to honor our cops and fire officers that are doing above and beyond in the community.

The Conversation

We continue our efforts to gather and discuss issues that affect our existence as Blacks in this nation. While we are still encouraging people to come together and share their experiences in this nation, we decided to visit one of the elders in this community who had lived here from day one. We took the conversation to the house of Elder Elleen Boone, who decorated her house with artistical pictures and sculptures. Ms. Boone is a staunch member of the organization, and she had lived most of her life in the Co-op City establishment. Ellen, as an art curator, has a keen eye for art and has collected impressive pieces that reflect our culture. Through her collection, she was able to link the past with the present and the foreseeable future. Her work ranges from food, education, health and the behavioral pattern we see today amongst several issues of life

Ms. Boone claimed that the very first two pieces of art she bought were when she was just 18 years old. From that two-piece art, she has gone forth to have a whole apartment filled with so many structures. President Toba was able to relate with so many art pieces that had their roots in Nigeria and some other African countries. Some of the arts directly relate with the Yoruba culture. Many other pieces represent art in the Caribbean, Asian and majorly African diaspora. The association will work with Ms. Boone to stage and organize an exhibit in the future, with preference on unveiling the importance of art in our culture. The association has also promised to conduct research in providing narrative to several of the art pieces that Ms. Boone carried, but with no explanation. It was such an exciting moment and honorable for Ms. Boone to open her house to the organization and show her kitchen talent. Thank you, Ms. Boone.

Adeyemi LaCrown Toba

The Co-op City Democratic Club remains committed to screening and selecting the best candidates to represent our community. Our club never makes these decisions lightly and only endorses individuals we truly know to be the most qualified and suited to represent and serve us in political offices. This is a pivotal election year, and our vote is as important as it ever was. We must elect the right people to do the job at this crucial juncture.

Our club is proud to endorse the following candidates that are in contested races in this year’s June Democratic Primary:

Michael R. Benedetto, Member of the Assembly (82nd Assembly District

Thomas P. DiNapoli, New York State Comptroller

When some people say, “It’s time for a change,” they often overlook the most important question: change to what?

When choosing a doctor, attorney, or any other professional, do we dismiss their years of experience as a liability? Or do we value the knowledge, expertise, and proven track record that come from years of successfully serving others? Most of us take comfort in knowing that the person we trust with important responsibilities has demonstrated competence and earned the respect of their peers.

The same principle applies to public service.

Effective representation is built on experience, relationships, institutional knowledge, and a record of delivering results. Why replace a proven advocate with someone who lacks the experience, connections, and accomplishments necessary to be effective from day one?

We are fortunate to have those qualities in Assemblyman Michael Benedetto. For years, Mike has been a steadfast advocate for our community, consistently delivering tangible results for the people he represents. Here’s a sample of those results:

The $51 million Assemblyman Benedetto delivered to our community has prevented our carrying charges from going up the past two years.

The bell-to-bell smartphone ban that is allowing our children to learn without one of their biggest distractions. COVID has set our children back so much, the smartphone ban is helping them catch up.

The pause of the MTA’s bus camera program in Co-op City, preventing our community from continuing to be burdened by unfair tickets while looking for scarce parking.

The $75,000 income limit increase for SCRIE/DRIE.

The list goes on and on. But we’ll stop there.

Experience matters. Results matter. Proven leadership matters.

Assemblyman Benedetto has earned our trust through years of dedicated service and demonstrated results. He remains the right choice to continue fighting for the 82nd Assembly District.

Tom DiNapoli has also earned our trust with his excellent stewardship over our state’s finances. He has identified billions in government waste through audits, has returned billions in unclaimed funds to New Yorkers and has ensured the New York and State Local Retirement System remains a top-tier pension fund.

Early voting runs from June 13-21. The only early voting site in Co-op City is the Dreiser Community Center. Election Day is June 23.

The club’s next meeting is June 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the Bartow Community Center, Rm. 28.

—Tremaine O’Garro

The most up-to-date information on MTA service status is always available at www.mta.info. For immediate notice of service changes, sign up for email or text alerts at www.mymtaalerts. com. For weekend subway service changes, visit web.mta.info/ weekender.

Section 5 Association

Hello, neighbors. We are hoping for a safe and warm summer. We are thankful to our groundskeeper, Mr. Ambo, and his workers, who grace this community with beautiful flowers, plants, and trees, which have a tenancy to make one feel better and happy.

Today: Section 5 Community Free Breakfast – 9 a.m.-12 p.m. on the Section 5 Greenway. Come meet your neighbors, connect with each other, and have conversations. Free food, music, fellowship, and entertainment while supplies last. Come on and join us.

Crab & Shrimp Feast – Saturday, August 22, 1-5 p.m., Martins Valley Mansion in Cockeysville, MD 21030. The bus leaves at 8:30 p.m. from 135 Einstein Loop. The bus leaves MD at 6 p.m. All tickets are $240pp. The first deposit of $80 was due 5/15, the second deposit of $80 is due 6/15, and the final deposit of $80 is due 7/15. All deposits are non-refundable. Contacts: Nelson Sweeting at 646-6444055, Kim Toulson at 917-842-0885, and Carol Arthur at 646-418-2599. Zelle available.

Harvest Home Farmers’ Market

By ALICE MORENO

The Harvest Home Farmers Market is back in Co-op City every Wednesday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the park between Asch Loop and Aldrich Avenue (adjacent to the firehouse). Shareholders are encouraged to stop by and purchase fresh fruit and vegetables from local farms.

Cash, credit/debit, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamp)/ BT cards, Women Infant and Children checks (WIC), Farmer’s Market Nutrition Coupons (FMNP), Health Bucks and Health Senior Healthy Shoppers coupons (H2S2) are accepted. Photos by Alice Moreno

2026 Riverbay Board of Directors Election – The green ballots have arrived. Voting is on and as of June 6, 2,507 ballots have been received. Keep the ballots/ voting coming and we will meet the quorum of 5,041 by July 1. Good job, thus far.

This community is blessed with many skilled and talented people who understand that, together, we must maintain and keep our homes and community, now and in the future, affordable and livable.

Annual Vote – Shareholders should be aware we are to vote each year for at least five shareholders/volunteers of this community to serve on a board of 15 directors/volunteers to work along with hired property managers, accountants, and legal counsel to protect shareholders’ property, interests, finances, and the upkeep of the community.

Happy Birthday to those celebrating this month. If our neighbor is sick, in the hospital or in a nursing home, please contact Section5association10@gmail.com. To those in bereavement, you have our deepest sympathy.

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

—H. Overman

Worship Services and Weekly Schedule: Tabernacle warmly invites everyone to join our worship services at 100 Co-op City Blvd., 22A, Bronx, NY 10475.

Sunday School for all ages begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the main Worship Service at 11:40 a.m.

On Wednesdays, join us for a morning Prayer and Fasting Service from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Bible Study and Prayer Meeting are also held on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m.

Friday evening Worship Service starts at 7:30 p.m. For more information, please call 728-3240334 or 646-806-9449.

All night services will be held online. To join, please call 727-731-4156.

Focus: The One True Gospel

There is only one gospel that can save from sin— the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Scripture Reference: Galatians 1:8-11

Pentecostal Tabernacle

Paul’s Warning to the Galatians

Paul wrote to the Galatians with a strong and clear warning: “But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed. As we said before, so say I now again, if any man preaches any other unto you than that ye have received, let him be accursed.” Paul emphasized that no one—not even himself—should ever preach a different gospel than the one originally delivered. The church belongs to God, not to man, and its foundation is the everlasting gospel.

People who choose to depart from the true gospel often make excuses, sometimes pointing to the failures of ministers or respected Christians. Paul did not excuse himself; he insisted that even if he were to preach a different message, he should not be believed. The message of the gospel is not subject to change based on human actions or opinions.

Circle of Christ Church Iglesia Circulo De Cristo

From Strength to Union

Samson was called to be a Nazirite and Judge before his birth. God’s design for him was to lead Israel in victory over their enemies. Instead, Samson played with fire and was burned. He is typical of the believer endowed with heavenly purpose but mired in earthy lust.

Judges 16:1-2 “Samson went to Gaza, (strong) where he saw a prostitute. He went in to spend the night with her. The people of Gaza were told, ‘Samson is here!’ So, they surrounded the place and lay in wait for him all night at the city gate.”

The gate was the place of authority and power, where decisions were made. Samson was surrounded by the enemy through foolish choices. We also enter into spiritual and physical bondage when we do not seek to tame the appetites that are inside us. Samson’s bondage came through self-will, pride, and lust.

Judges 16: 3 “Samson lay there only until the middle of the night...”

They expected to capture Samson but he thwarted them. The same thing happened when Jesus rose from the dead, there was no resistance, no power stood against him. Jesus stood between heaven and hell for us, and no human or demonic authority could defeat him. He captured his captors. Death was defeated, Satan was shamed, the angelic powers watched in awe as Jesus got up.

Judges 16: 3 “Then he got up and took hold of the doors of the city gate, together with the two posts, and tore them loose, bar and all...”

Samson woke up and by the power of the Holy Spirit was able to uproot this seat of government. When our spirits are stirred by God we are mighty in word and deed. Yet we grieve and quench the Holy Spirit and have little power and our words carry no weight.

Judges 16: 3 “He lifted them to his shoulders and carried them to the top of the hill that faces Hebron.”

He was able to walk 40 miles with this heavy cargo. In this incredible scene Samson shows us Jesus as he makes his way up Calvary’s Hill with our sins across his back.

Samson began in Gaza (strong) and ended in Hebron (union). He made an alliance with a prostitute yet he ends in physical and spiritual union with God. We can live the Christian life of reaching up to heaven and obtaining victory or stooping down to lust and eventually reaping the negative consequences as Samson did.

Schedule (147 Dreiser Loop)

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

Sunday – Spanish Service at 9:30 a.m. and 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. and Youth Service, 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Saturday – Women’s Fellowship, second Saturday, 12-3 p.m.

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.

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.

The Divine Origin and Certainty of the Gospel Paul continues in Galatians 1:11-12: “I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man. For I neither received it of man, neither was I taught it, but by the revelation of Jesus Christ.”

The seriousness of leaving the true gospel is underscored by Paul’s use of the word “anathema,” translated as “accursed,” which means to be excommunicated or cut off. Paul repeats this warning to emphasize the gravity of preaching another message, not out of anger, but to make sure there is no misunderstanding.

Paul’s warning to the Galatians remains relevant today: we must not tolerate any false gospel. The true gospel comes by revelation from Jesus Christ, and to abandon it is to separate oneself from the church and from God’s saving message.

—Rev. R. Sibblies

Building 10 Association

Greetings, fellow cooperators.

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

Ice Cream Social – Today from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. the Building 10 Association will host an Ice Cream Social event in the Building 10 Association Room (rear lobby of Bldg. 10B). Come out and meet your neighbors. This event is for all Building 10 residents, children and adults.

Section 2 Summer Fun Day – The Section 2 Summer Fun Day will be held on Saturday, June 27, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the intersection of Casals Place and Carver Loop. The first 50 children will receive a free T-shirt beginning at 12 p.m. There will be steel pan music, Hidden Gems archery, and, of course, DJ Sid Nice to keep us dancing all afternoon. Come out and show us your moves in the salsa contest. Will you be the last one standing in the musical chairs contest? Can you name that tune? We will have these activities and more. Come on out and join the fun. Rain date: Sunday, June 28.

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: Cooking Oil Disposal – Please place used cooking oil in a container and place in the compactor room for collection by the porter. Do not pour cooking oil down the drain. It will clog the pipes and cause a backup.

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. “Progress over perfection.” —Anonymous

Have a great week.

—Jewel Crawford-Duncan

WHISTLEBLOWER ANONYMOUS HOTLINE

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

Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15

Blessings to you.

There is so much uncertainty in this world, especially in view of the current events and the threat of war. This leaves people with feelings of worry and anxiety. Prayer is a useful way to calm the mind and focus on God's promises where He can provide peace, acknowledging His power over our problems.

We invite you to join us in this mission of seeking God’s love and mercy. We need to restore and maintain faith within our community. We know that stepping into a new place, especially a church, for the first time can be intimidating, but we pride ourselves on making you feel welcomed. We are a small congregation, but our hospitality and love surpass our size.

Our doors are open to receive those who are looking for a bible-based church. We are located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, second floor, Rm. 33. Services Offered

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

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

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

Sundays Worship Service, 11:30 a.m.

Holy Communion is the first Sunday of the month

Let us close with this prayer: Lord Jesus, we ask you to give us all around peace in our mind, body, soul and spirit. We want you to heal and remove everything that is causing stress, grief, and sorrow in our lives. Please guide our path through life and make our enemies be at peace with us.

Bendiciones para ti.

Hay mucha incertidumbre en este mundo, especialmente debido a los acontecimientos actuales y la amenaza de guerra. Esto deja a las personas con sentimientos de preocupación y ansiedad. La oración es una manera útil de calmar la mente y enfocarnos en las promesas de Dios, donde Él puede brindar paz, reconociendo su poder sobre nuestros problemas.

Los invitamos a unirse a nosotros en esta misión de buscar el amor y la misericordia de Dios. Necesitamos restaurar y mantener la fe en nuestra comunidad. Sabemos que entrar por primera vez a un lugar nuevo, especialmente a una iglesia, puede ser intimidante, pero nos enorgullecemos de hacerles sentir bienvenidos. Somos una congregación pequeña, pero nuestra hospitalidad y amor superan nuestro tamaño.

Nuestras puertas están abiertas para recibir a quienes buscan una iglesia bíblica. Estamos ubicados en el Centro Comunitario, 135 Einstein Loop, segundo piso, sala 33.

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 Ingles/telefónico, 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. Concluimos con esta oración: Señor Jesús, te pedimos que nos des paz en mente, cuerpo, alma y espíritu. Queremos que sanes y elimines todo aquello que nos causa estrés, dolor y tristeza. Guía nuestro camino y haz que nuestros enemigos estén en paz con nosotros.

—Blanca Santana

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 Third Sunday after Pentecost, will be conducted at the church on Sunday, June 14, 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

Sunday, June 21: Father’s Day. Bishop Hyde will be in attendance and Confirmations as well as a Baptism will be included in the service.

Friday, August 21: The Episcopal Church Women (ECW) of St. Joseph’s are hosting an Essex Steam Train & Riverboat trip to Connecticut, including lunch. The bus departs promptly at 8 a.m. from in front of the Rehab Center, 145 Dreiser Loop, Co-op City. The cost is $175 per person, with a $50 deposit due now to reserve your seat. The remaining balance of $125 is due by July 31. No refunds will be issued after that date. If you have any questions, please contact Valrie at 347-200-5850. If there is no answer, please leave a detailed message.

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 for ever.” (Psalm 118:1)

Grace and Peace!

—Merville Chambers

Retirees of Dreiser Loop

Greetings, members and friends.

Our sincerest “thank you” to everyone who attended our annual luncheon at the Marina del Rey on June 10. We appreciate your support of our organization. As always, a great time was had by all. Hats off to our Entertainment Committee members, Daisy Young, Lillian Odom, and Ted Byrd, for all their efforts in making this another successful affair.

Theater Committee – Wait list to see the play “Proof”on Wed., July 8, 2 p.m. show. Tickets are $150 (orchestra seats) and include bus transportation. Please contact Francine Jones at 718-671-5957, if you would like to add your name to the wait list.

Wind Creek Casino – Tuesday, June 30. Ticket price is $65 and get $25 in free slot play. The bus will pick up on Dreiser Loop in front of H&R Block. Questions can be addressed to Serita Greyson at 347-564-5722. Serita will be available in Rm. 19 to accept payments on Tuesday, June 16, and Thursday, June 18, from 1-5 p.m..

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

Condolences – We extend our heartfelt condolences to Nellie Horne on the recent loss of her beloved husband, Ralph Horne. Please keep Nellie and her family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Good and Welfare – Get-well wishes are continued for Jesse Birth, Carrie Boone and Joyce Fowler. We 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 general membership meetings are now suspended for summer break. Our next general membership meeting will be held in September.

We wish everyone a safe and happy summer!

—Georgianna Rodriguez

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, June 14, during the 11 a.m. service, our combined Ushers and Nurses Ministries will celebrate their anniversary. The guest preacher will be Rev. Stephanie Betts Coleman, Assistant Pastor of Mt. Sinai Baptist Church,

Traditional Synagogue of Co-op City

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

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

General Information: The Traditional Synagogue 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, June 13, at 9:20 p.m.

Candle Lighting for Friday, June 19, at 8:10 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 toallour members who will be celebrating their birthday in June. Please send me your names 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

Co-op City Baptist Church

Bronx, NY. All are invited.

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. Everyone is invited to attend any of these events.

Our next Food Giveaway will be distributed on Friday, June 26, 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, June 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Church 55th Anniversary Committee will host a BBQ and Gospel Day fundraiser. This will be held on our church lot, located at 2208 Boller Avenue and the corner of Hunter Avenue. The donation is $20 for adults and $10 for youth ages 6-18. Everyone is invited.

We will celebrate Children’s Day on Sunday, June 28, at our 11 a.m. service. All are welcome. Save the Dates

Our church 55th Anniversary will be celebrated with a service on Friday night, November 13, a banquet on Saturday, November 14, and ending 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. 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

CCPD Grads ––––– (Continued from page 1)

The program began with the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by an Invocation by Riverbay Board of Directors First Vice President Bishop Angelo Rosario. Then, the CCPD PBA President David Amadeo delivered remarks.

“Graduation day is not just the end of your training,” said Amadeo. “It’s the beginning of a career dedicated to service [and] professionalism […]. You have earned your rights to wear this uniform, but with that uniform comes responsibility.”

Executive General Manager Marvin L. Walton also congratulated the graduates for completing the training academy.

followed. He remined the graduates to “show up, and show out,” showing the community what they have learned during their training.

“Law enforcement is not an easy profession,” said Chief Waring. “It’s long hours, it

“We honor your sacrifice; we acknowledge your commitment of the community trust that you’re going to develop in your role,” said GM Walton. “And we want to highlight the critical portions of mental resilience and family support. You walked into the academy as citizens, and you walked out of here today, as the shield that protects this very community that we call Co-op City.”

Remarks from Chief of CCPD Andre Waring

can be frustrating, it can sometimes get the best of you. It could be the happiest moment, [and] it could be the saddest moment. And so, if you see them come home and they’re a little reserved, give them a hug, [and] say thank you.”

The final remarks were given by Lieutenant Shelda Williams, who thanked various members of CCPD and Riverbay Management, who, without their help and support, the graduates wouldn’t be where they are now.

“What I would like to say about this class is that you are quick-witted, meaning that you are fast learners, and it kept the instructors on task to fulfill our duties,” said Lieutenant Williams.

The new officers receiving certificates included Briarrose Arce, Ana Colon, Ferida Cosaj, Ethanael Elliott, Mark Gordon, Rudean Jenkins, Darnell Morris, Jalisha Olan, Jacob Peguero, Terrence Perry, Anthony Rosario, Makai-Nasir Slates and Brian Sterling.

JASA Bartow OAC Senior Summer Blast –Thursday, July 16, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Join us for a fun filled day. Admission is free.

JASA Bartow OAC Bake Sale – Saturday, August 15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., near the Baychester public library. Come on out and support us

Dreiser OAC, in partnership with Beacon of Joy, proudly presents Fit for Life! Classes begin Tuesday, June 2, at 11 a.m. in Auditorium C and will be taught by Gail.

SU CASA Program is back at Dreiser OAC. Join us 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 – Thurs., July 9. One day. Cost: $165 (Payment Plan: $55 due 4/20, 5/18, 6/8). Pay-

BARTOW CENTER CLOSED ON MONDAYS

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

Blood Pressure w/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.

ments can be made on Mondays only!

Senior Day, Holiday Hill, CT, on Tuesday August 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

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.

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

TRIP: Walmart, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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

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

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

Ageless Facials & Self Care, 1-3 p.m.

Movies w/Dennis: “Nappily Ever After,”1-3 p.m.

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

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

Bingo, 1-2 p.m.

Hair Care 4 U, 9-11 a.m. (appt. only)

Stretch & Tone w/Ola, 10-11

a.m.

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

Aqua Aerobics, 1-3 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.

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

Crochet & Knitting w/Sarah, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

OACs.

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 646-7442921 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., 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

Weekend Recap Discussion, 9-10 a.m.

Stay Well Exercise w/Denise, 10-11 a.m., Aud. A Leisure TV, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Technology Trial Class w/Irina, 1-2 p.m.

Leisure Games w/Clara, 2-3:30 p.m., Rm. 2

TRIP: South Street Seaport, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Current Events, 10-11 a.m. Art w/Gerry, 10:30-11:30 a.m, Rm. 2 Zumba w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Crafts w/Roselen, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. 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)

Current Events, 10 a.m.-11 a.m.

Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Bead & Jewelry w/Brenda, Rm. 2 (On Break)

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

Moring News Discussions, 10-11 a.m. Cardio Exercise w/Gail, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Father’s Day Lunch, 12-1 p.m., Rm. 4 Body In Motion w/Ola, 1-2 p.m., Aud. A Music, Memory & Story Circle w/Su Casa Artist Ricardo, 1:15-2:15 p.m., Rm. 2 Leisure TV, 2-4 p.m.

LUNCH: KOSHER: Beef Hamburger, Baked Red Potato Wedges, Health Slaw NON-KOSHER: Pork Spare Ribs, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Collard Greens

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

No Dinner Served on Mondays

KOSHER (Plant Based): Breaded Vegetable Cutlet, Garlic Rosemary Potatoes, Cole Slaw, Canned Pineapple; NON-KOSHER: Chickpea Power Bowl, Classic Macaroni Salad, Orange

LUNCH : KOSHER: Chick Pea Curry

Medley, Brown Rice, Roasted Eggplant

NON-KOSHER: Latin Sweet Potato & Red Bean Chili, White Rice, Steamed Cauliflower

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Vegan Stuffed Peppers, Brown Rice, Roasted Eggplant, Canned Mandarin NON-KOSHER : Pork Spared Ribs, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Collard Greens, Apples

LUNCH: KOSHER: Puerto Rice Chicken Stew, California Blend Vegetables

NON-KOSHER: Jumbo Stuffed Shells w/Meat Sauce, Mixed Vegetables

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Tuna Fish Cakes, White Rice, California Blend Vegetables, Banana NON-KOSHER: Jumbo Stuffed Shells w/Meat Sauce, Mixed Vegetables

LUNCH: KOSHER: Ginger & Lime Salmon, Baked Sweet Potato, Prince Edward Blend Vegetables NON-KOSHER: Baked Asian Style Honey Chicken, White Rice & Quinoa, Steamed Broccoli

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

KOSHER: Salmon in Lime & Ginger Sauce, Baked Sweet Potato, Prince Edward Blend Vegetables NON-KOSHER : Stuffed Shells w/Cheese, Steamed Mixed Vegetables, Honey Dew

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

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

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

Line Dance 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.

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

TRIP: Ferry Trip to Wall Street, 9:45 a.m.-2 p.m.

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

Coloring for Calmness, 9:30-10:30 a.m. Su Casa Art w/Tijay, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sewing Class w/Joy, 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Alert and Alive w/Cathy and Essie, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4

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

Knitting & Crocheting, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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

LUNCH : KOSHER: BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters, Spinach Noodle Kugel, Capri Blend Vegetables; NON-KOSHER: Spanish Chicken w/Potatoes & Garlic, Yellow Rice, Steamed Green Beans

DINNER: BARTOW ONLY

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

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

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.

KOSHER: BBQ Chicken w/Spinach Kugel OR Rice, Capri Blend Vegetables, Canned Pineapples NON-KOSHER: Baked Ziti w/Beef, Steamed Baby Carrots, Banana

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

KOSHER: Beef of Pot Roast, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Mixed Vegetables, Apple 10 GRAB and GO

NON-KOSHER: Fish w/Tomatoes & Herbs, Rice & Red Beans, Sautéed Spinach, Orange

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 begin at 9:30 a.m.

Sunday morning worship service is 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: “Try Not to Focus on the Text; But Look at the Context.”

Scripture Lesson: Mark 6:45-52 NIV, “Immediately Jesus made his disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to Bethsaida, while he dismissed the crowd. After leaving them, he went up on a mountainside to pray. Later that night, the boat was in the middle of the lake, and he was alone on land. He saw the disciples straining at the oars, because the wind was against them. Shortly before dawn, he went out to them, walking on the lake. He was about to pass by them, but when they saw him walking on the lake, they thought he was a ghost. They cried out, because they all saw him and were terrified.

Immediately he spoke to them and said, ‘Take courage! It is I.’” (continue reading).

Save the Dates

Sunday, June 28 – Senior, Family and Friends Day.

Saturday, July 18 – Annual Picnic at Glenn Island Park in New Rochelle for Fellowship, Fun and Food, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Men’s Service, sponsored by Amen Ministries – Cancelled until further notice. Wednesday, August 12 – Sight & Sound Theatre “Joshua.” Adults: $230/ Youth: $185. Shady Maple Farm Market. Deposit: $50, due now! Final payment is due July 12.

Women’s Fellowship-Women’s Retreat – Spruce Lake Retreat & Conference Center, PA. Thursday, Sept. 24-26, 2026. Standard Rooms – per person double: $500, triple: $440, single: $680. Includes two nights/three-days (double occupancy), six meals, R/T motor-coach transportation, retreat materials. Secure your reservation with a non-refundable deposit of $50 for double or $100 for single. Second deposit $150 due NOW! Final payment is due August 16. For information, contact: Sis. L. Scott at 718-671-2623, Sis. S. James and 917-667-4229 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

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. Contact us by phone: 718-862-9172, fax: 718-671-4416 or email: Administration@thecpcchurch.org.

Worship Schedule

In-person Sunday Morning Worship – 11 a.m.; Sunday School – 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 – 7 p.m. Bible Study online via Zoom. Log in on Zoom. com or dial One Tap Mobile:646-931-3860 or 929-205-6099; Meeting ID: 886 1355 3980S.

Today, 12 p.m., “Chat & Chew with the Pastor” in Bartow, 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 of the events planned will help us create lasting memories of this auspicious occasion. Pre Anniversary Service:

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

Sunday, November 1, 11 a.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 Throgs

Neck Expressway, Bronx. Banquet Price: $200. Please contact Deaconess Tidball for tickets.

Closing Anniversary Services:

Sunday, November 8, 11 a.m. – Rev. Dr. Edgar Howard, Manhattan BC 3:30 p.m. – Rev. Dr. Theresa Lloyd, White Rock BC “Trusting God in This Season.” That was the theme of our spirit filled 57th Church Anniversary celebration. Dressed in black with yellow, CPC exalted God! The Praise Team opened worship. High school senior, DIT Tyron Brown offered the invocation and Philippians 4:6-9. Deacon Frances Wilson, CPC’s last living founding member, recited historical excerpts dating back to 1969. The CPC Choir sang “Jesus Promised” with conviction and dramatist, Sister Elaine McClain, presented her “salty” poem entitled, “Ketchup.” Rev. Dianne Asphall, Associate Minister, Mt. Zion Christian Baptist Church, delivered a powerful and timely message, “God-Confidence,” Jeremiah 17:7-8. She preached God is always the best option. Embrace the shifts and transitions and learn to trust the Lord. Amen! Rev. Asphall prayed as we gathered at the Altar and petitioned healing for Deacon Tidball and his family. It was an exceptional 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. Our heartfelt prayers to those in a season of mourning and all sick and home bound members. Happy Birthday! Sister Jeanine Nzameyo, Dorcas prayer shawl recipient, and to everyone celebrating.

“Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, And whose hope is the Lord.” Jeremiah 17:7

—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.

Empowered From Within, Sent Forth in Strength,Acts 1:8; Ephesians 3:14–21

“But you will receive power [dunamis] when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses…” —Acts 1:8a

We live in a culture captivated by the pursuit of power, achievement, productivity, and the constant pressure to do more than is humanly possible. Yet Scripture reminds us that any lasting fruit in the Christian life does not come from human striving but from God’s power at work within us. Apart from Him, we can do nothing of eternal value.

The Christian life is not lived in our own strength. The same power that raised Jesus Christ from the dead now dwells in every believer through the Holy Spirit. This Dunamis power is God’s gift to us—an inheritance we receive and a responsibility we carry.

In Acts 1:8, Jesus assures His followers that He does not send them into the world emptyhanded. He equips them with the dynamic, lifetransforming power of the Holy Spirit to witness boldly, live courageously, and advance God’s mission. Yet outward boldness cannot be sustained if we are inwardly depleted, fearful, or spiritually empty.

This is why Paul’s prayer in Ephesians 3:14–21 is so essential. While Acts

1:8 reveals the outward movement of the Spirit’s power—Dunamis to go, to speak, to impact the world—Ephesians 3 reveals the inward movement of that same power—Dunamis to strengthen the heart, root us in love, ground us in faith, and fill us with the fullness of God.

Together, these passages teach a vital truth: we cannot carry out the mission of Acts 1:8 without the inner formation of Ephesians 3

Dunamis must flow in both directions: IN us and THROUGH us. This is the spiritual rhythm of a Spiritempowered life:

Filled within(Ephesians 3): strengthened, rooted, grounded, loved, stabilized

Sent outward(Acts 1): bold, courageous, effective, Spiritled witnesses Formation before mission. Depth before impact. Love before witness.

May the Holy Spirit—God’s Dunamis power—work deeply in us and powerfully through us, so that others may come to know Jesus.

Come And Receive a Blessing: All Are Welcome!

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

Thursdays: 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, June 14: English Service at 11:15 a.m.

Escuela Dominical at 11:15 a.m.

Servicio en Español at 12:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 20: Flea Market from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Contact Pauline Taylor at 718-320-1552 or Jackie Dove at 361-249-7033.

G. Abadia

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