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Vol. 61 No. 38

September 26, 2026

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City Prepares New Yorkers for Nor’easter NYC Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and New York City Emergency Management (NYCEM) are urging New Yorkers to prepare for a nor/easter expected to pass offshore this weekend, bringing gusty winds, periods of rain and the potential for coastal flooding to parts of New York City. The storm’s heaviest rainfall is currently expected to remain east of New Yok City however changing storm conditions could still produce hazardous weather, particularly in low-lying coastal areas. Winds are expected to increase late Friday into Saturday morning, with gusts reaching up to 40 mph. Rain is expected from Friday afternoon through Sunday, with total rainfall of approximately 1 to 1.5 inches over that period. Coastal neighborhoods may experience flooding during high tides, particularly Friday evening and Saturday morning. Conditions are expected to improve Saturday night into Sunday as the storm moves farther offshore. “While this storm is expected to pass offshore and keep the heaviest rain east of New York City, New Yorkers should still prepare for gusty winds, rain and coastal flooding this weekend,” said Mayor (Continued on page 7)

Façade Inspection Safety Program Schedule

False Fire Alarms By DANIELLE CRUZ

In recent months, Co-op City community centers have been experiencing an uptick in false fire alarms. These false alarms are triggered by individuals activating one of the fire alarm pull stations that are located at every exit in the centers. Once activated, the fire alarm is then sent throughout the whole building and the surrounding businesses and automatically alerts the local fire department. “It is a crime to falsely report an incident or pull the fire alarms,” said CCPD Chief Andre Waring. “It is dangerous and someone can get hurt or killed.” Any individual who is observed pulling the alarm or caught on camera pulling the alarm will be arrested and charged. In New York, falsely reporting a fire alarm is a class E felony and can lead to a fine and/or jail time. Shareholders found pulling an alarm will also receive a Community Complaint fine along with these charges. These false alarms not only cause

unnecessary disruptions to the centers and the local businesses but also can lead to injuries as people evacuate the building. They also prevent the local fire department from responding to any actual fires that might happen elsewhere in the community. In addition, Riverbay receives a fine that increases each time a false alarm is pulled. Increases in false alarms can also lead to what is called the “Cry Wolf Syndrome,” which is when a fire alarm is triggered too often without a real fire and it leads to people becoming less likely to take it seriously. That means that if there is a real fire, people are less likely to evacuate, or they may wait to evacuate, and by the time they realize it is a real fire, it might be too late. If an alarm does go off, even if you suspect it to be a false alarm, shareholders, employees, and visitors are reminded to still evacuate and wait for the fire department to arrive and assess the scene.

What’s on the Ballot this Election?

By BRANDON ORTIZ

Façade Inspection Safety program (FISP), otherwise known as Local Law 11 inspections, are scheduled to be performed on Building 35 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 29, weather permitting. During the process, engineers and inspectors set up rope access drops on the building and examine the facades and balconies from the exterior. Shareholders may therefore see inspection personnel working around the building, including on rooftops and in designated exterior areas, as well as equipment stationed around the building. For safety reasons, Building 35 shareholders are asked not to use or access their terraces while the inspection is taking place. (Continued on page 2)

With election season nearly starting in a few weeks, the city wants to prepare voters about what to expect for this year’s ballot. There are five proposals and nine offices that voters will decide this election cycle, with the race for New York State Governor atop the ballot. Below is breakdown of which offices are included in this year’s ballot for shareholders, followed by a description of each ballot proposal, according to the New York City Board of Elections: Governor and Lieutenant Governor: Democratic Party: Kathy Hochul and Adrienne Adams Republican Party: Bruce Blakeman and Todd Hood State Comptroller: Democratic Party: Thomas DiNapoli (Continued on page 2)

MTA Begins Issuing Fines For Work Zone Speeding

DOT Schedules Public Hearing for Shore Road Bridge Project

By BRANDON ORTIZ

Drivers who speed through a work zone will now receive a fine instead of a warning following the end of the warning period this week. MTA officials first introduced the warning period back on June 30 when they also announced the implementation of speed cameras at operational construction zones by all MTA vehicular bridges and tunnels. Overall, the traffic enforcement measures are part of the MTA’s Automated Work Zone Speed Enforcement Program. Beginning on Tuesday, September 22, drivers who are recorded by a speed camera going faster than 10 miles per hour above the listed speed limit will incur a fine. Fines begin at $50 for a driver’s first violation, increase to $75 for a second offense and cap at $100 for each subsequent violation within 18 months of the first recorded violation. There are nine locations where work speed cameras are in effect, according to the MTA: • Bronx-Whitestone Bridge • Cross Bay Veterans Memorial Bridge • Henry Hudson Bridge • Hugh L. Carey Tunnel • Marine Parkway-Gil Hodges Memorial Bridge (Continued on page 2)

On Thursday, October 1, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) and the New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) will hold a public hearing in Rm. 31 at the Bartow Center from 6-8 p.m. to hear from members of the public about the proposed Shore Road Bridge Project. The Shore Road Bridge Project is designed to address structural conditions, geometric and operational reliability affecting the bridge over the Hutchinson River, including its ability to accommodate multiple vessels of Shore Road Bridge over the Hutchinson transportation, and marine ves- River. Photo by Nathen Valadez sels, using the river. The bridge itself was built in 1908 and is an 865-foot long bridge spanning the Hutchinson River. It is a drawbridge with three concrete arch spans at (Continued on page 2)

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each approach. FHWA, NYSDOT and NYC DOT have released the Draft Design Report (DDR) and National Environme ntal Policy Act (NEPA) Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) for the project. NYC DOT has also made additional documentation available addressing the City Environmental Quality Review (CEQR) and State Environmental Quality Review Act (SEQRA) requirements. Documents are available for review at ShoreRoadBridgeBX.com, Baychester Library, City Island Public Library and Pelham Bay Public Library. At Thursday’s presentation and public hearing,

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attendees will be able to learn more about the proposed project and to express their opinions. The presentation will begin at 6:30 p.m., and the public comment session will follow. Those who wish to speak should sign up at the hearing. A second presentation and public hearing will be held on Wednesday, October 7, at Pelham Bay and Split Rock Golf Courses in the Bronx, also from 6-8 p.m., with the presentation at 6:30 p.m., followed by a comment session. Spanish-language and American Sign language interpreters will be available, and the public hearing locations are accessible for individuals with disabilities. All other accommodation requests must be received at least seven business days pri-

or to the hearings by calling (929) 505-1002 by 4 p.m., or send an email to ShoreRoadBridgeBX@. nyc.gov. Following each hearing, according to the NYC DOT, a recorded presentation will be made available at ShoreRoadBridgeBX.com. In addition to providing public comments at the hearings, written comments can be submitted by email to ShoreRoadBridgeBX@dot.nyc.gov or by US Mail to: NYC DOT, Division of Bridges, Shore Road Bridge Project Team, Attn: Joannene Kidder, 55 Water Street, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10041. Comments received prior to November 6, 2026 will become part of the Final Environmental Impact Statement.

Before any camera enforced work zones, drivers can expect to see signage indicating the upcoming speed limit change. Since the warning period went into effect in June, the MTA said they have issued 15,780 warnings to drivers who were speeding through a work zone.

MTA data from the last three months across 200 work zones also showed that more than 33,000 vehicles were captured going 10 mph or faster in a work zone. In one instance, automated cameras captured one vehicle going 111 mph in a 45 mph zone and one vehicle going 109 mph in a 35 mph work zone.

Inspection personnel will wear Riverbay identification while on the premises. Next Steps: After the technical reports – outlining the scope of work required for each building – are filed with the city’s Department of Buildings (DOB), a façade Condition Certificate (or Certificate of

Compliance) will be issued by the DOB which verifies that the inspected buildings have complied with the mandatory FISP. The Certificates will be posted in each Section 5 building. In addition, the Riverbay Construction department will follow procedures to execute a contract to complete the required repairs.

Fines ––––– (Continued from page 1) • Queens Midtown Tunnel • Robert F. Kennedy Bridge • Throgs Neck Bridge • Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge In each work zone, an unmarked car is equipped with radar and camera equipment during work hours.

Façade ––––– (Continued from page 1) Inspectors are required to take photographs during the process to document the building’s conditions and comply with Local Law 11 requirements. Every effort will be made to respect shareholders’ privacy however shareholders are advised to keep their blinds, shades and curtains closed when inspections are scheduled.

Ballot ––––– (Continued from page 1) Republican Party: Joe Hernandez Attorney General Citywide: Democratic Party: Letitia James Republican Party: Saritha Komatireddy Surrogate Bronx: Democratic Party: Nelida Malave Gonzalez Justice of the Supreme Court 12th Judicial District: Democratic Party: Alvin Yearwood Representative in Congress 16th Congressional District: Democratic Party: George Latimer Republican Party: Joseph Cinquemani State Senator 36th Senatorial District: Democratic Party: Jamaal Bailey Conservative Party: Grace Marrero Member of the Assembly 82nd Assembly District Democratic Party: Michael Benedetto Republican Party: Irene Guanill Judge of the Civil Court – 1st Municipal Court District: Democratic Party: Jodi Morales Proposal 1: This proposal deals with simplifying the process of using public space for purposes such as cafes, ramps, and planters. Voting yes for this proposal would remove the requirement for mandatory public hearings while retaining community feedback. Voting no would keep the current process unchanged. Proposal 2: This proposal aims to speed up the paperwork process for authorizing city contractors by requiring the city Procurement Policy Board to update the contractor questionnaire. Additionally, the proposal would require the Procurement Policy Board to meet quarterly as well as remove the mandatory requirement for client services support. Voting yes on this proposal amends the authority of the Procurement Policy Board while giving the mayor the authority to delegate certain contract approvals. Voting no keeps the current system in place unchanged. Proposal 3: For this proposal, the city wants to simplify the review process for street safety projects, fast track the disposition of unused city property with the City Planning Commission and speed up the process of leasing office space for city workers. Voting yes sets these changes in motion while voting no would retain the current intra-agency consultation process for street projects, as well as leave the current process for unused city property and leasing office space as the responsibility of the City Council. Proposal 4: This proposal would centralize the construction permit process under one hub and shift waterfront permitting from the Department of Small Business Services to the Department of Buildings. Additionally, Proposal 4 would grant Department of Buildings officials’ authority to approve construction permits. Voting yes would bring these changes to law while voting no leaves the current framework in place. Proposal 5: This proposal deals with the city’s rainy-day fund and how money is appropriated to that reserve. Voting yes for this proposal would require

the Mayor’s Office to develop and implement methodology for determining how much to deposit into the fund, subject to City Council approval. Voting no leaves the current system unchanged. Looking ahead to when early voting begins on Saturday, October 24, and runs through Sunday, November 1, shareholders can vote at the Dreiser Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop. Below is the early voting schedule, courtesy of the New York City Board of Elections: Saturday, October 24: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, October 25: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, October 26: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, October 27: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 28: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, October 29: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, October 30: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 31: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, November 1: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Shareholders can also vote on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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Youth Tennis in Co-op City

The New York Junior Tennis League/Co-op City Tennis Club sponsors free community tennis in Co-op City on the courts on Donizetti Place behind Truman High School, Tuesdays – Fridays, 3-6 p.m. and on Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration is ongoing and open to children 5-18 years of age. No one is turned away or placed on a waiting list. For registration, email ctp@ nyjtl.org or call (929) 600-2048.

Section 5 Fall Fair

The Section 5 Fall Fair will be held on Saturday, October 3, 12-7 p.m., on the Section 5 greenway. All are invited to attend and enjoy the Fall season with family, friends and neighbors. Vendors interested in purchasing a table may contact the Riverbay Community Relations department at community@riverbaycorp.com.

Section 5 Block Party Rescheduled

The Section 5 Block Party scheduled for Sunday, September 27 on the Section 5 Greenway has been rescheduled for Sunday, October 4, due to inclement weather.

SAFE Disposal Event, Oct. 24

The NYC Department of Sanitation will hold a SAFE Disposal event at Orchard Beach on Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This event is for anyone who has automotive products, e-waste, harmful household products, and medical items to dispose of. Please note that plug-in appliances such as microwaves, vacuum cleaners and box fans; or anything containing CFC’s will not be accepted. Items should be properly labeled and containers sealed. Syringes and lancets must be placed into a leak-proof, puncture-resistant container.

BE SAFE!

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City Introduces Plan to Improve Street Safety in All Five Boroughs By BRANDON ORTIZ

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Mayor Zohran Mamdani introduced the 10-year blueprint called Vision Zero Reimagined on September 15 that included over 100 policy-related commitments that range from redesigning dangerous intersections to legal tools that hold reckless drivers more accountable. In total, the Mayor’s Office outlined eight goals that Vision Zero Reimagined will work to address: 1. Goal number one centers around removing dangerous drivers from city streets. To this end, the city will work to address “ghost plates” that create enforcement gaps, increase the criteria for maintaining or restoring a driver’s license and officially launch the city’s first Super Speeder program. Under the Super Speeder program, drivers who accumulate more than 16 speed camera violations within a 12-month period would be required to install an Intelligent Speed Limiter device in their vehicle. 2. Goal number two involves more regulation for micromobility devices. The city will implement an “enforceable safety framework” in order to hold delivery platforms more accountable for unsafe practices. 3. For goal three, the city wants to improve the bus system

and cycling networks while also lowering the costs of shared bike and e-Scooter services thereby increasing their accessibility. This goal coincides with the city’s desire to “continue shifting travel away from private automobiles.” 4. Goal four centers around limiting the amount of heavy oversized vehicles clogging up city streets while also introducing policies that lay the groundwork for regulating autonomous vehicles in the future. Logistically, the city will work to transition large freight movement to modes such as cargo bikes, rail and waterborne transport, as well as encouraging vehicles that are smaller and better suited for city streets. 5. The ﬁfth goal attempts to address the infrastructure of streets by improving the safety of the city’s most dangerous intersections, which the Mayor’s Ofﬁce referred to as Vision Zero Priority Corridors. By 2030, the city plans to “install hardened daylighting or better treatments” at roughly 3000 intersections that also coincides with an expansion to Sammy’s Law. 6. Goal number six focuses on educational outreach and improving the city’s enforcement capabilities. Logistically, the city plans to expand automated enforcement efforts to ensure vehicles are properly (Continued on page 4)

New CB #10 District Manager

Socrates Solano, a longtime NYC Throggs Neck, Country Club, Zerega, public service official with more than Westchester Square, Pelham Bay and 25 years of experience in several areas Waterbury-Lasalle. Mr. Solano preof city government, viously served in will take over as the positions with the new district manager New York City of Community Board Council, the NYC 10 in the Bronx effecPublic Advocate’s tive Monday, Oct. 5. Office, the MayMr. Solano sucor’s Office Comceeds Matthew Cruz munity Affairs who resigned from Unit and the NYC the post in June for Health & Hospinew duties as director tals/Lincoln where of policy at the NYC he was associate Department of Design executive director and Construction. for IntergovernCB 10 covers Comental and Exterop City, City Island, Socrates Solano

nal Affairs. He was also a Democratic district leader in the 86th Assembly District from 2022-2024. As district manager, Solano will oversee day-to-day operations of the community board office and work with board members, residents, elected officials and city agencies. He has said that his role is not to establish policy for the community board but to help ensure that decisions made by the board and concerns raised by residents are followed through with the appropriate city agencies. Towards that end, he has identified the community board’s District Service Cabinet, which brings city agency representatives together to address local concerns, as an important tool.

NYC Mayor Launches “Opera for All,” Bringing 70,000 Free Metropolitan Opera Tickets to New Yorkers 10,000 Tickets Released Each Month by Lottery

On Thursday, Sept. 24, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani, Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice Julie Su and New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Commissioner Diya Vij announced “Opera for All,” a long-term partnership between the City and the Metropolitan Opera that will provide 70,000 free tickets this season to New Yorkers who have never attended a performance at the Met. Beginning this month, the Met will release 10,000 tickets each month throughout the 2026-27 season, about 10% of all tickets for the season. New Yorkers can enter the monthly lottery at on.nyc.gov/opera or through the Met’s app. This season’s performances include Macbeth, Lincoln in the Bardo and La Bohème. Mayor Mamdani announced the partnership in a video ﬁlmed on the Met’s stage with the cast of La Bohème. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FckhbDho1rE “Opera is one of the greatest art forms we have, and there is no better place to experience it than the Metropolitan Opera House,” said Mayor Mamdani. “But art should not be reserved for those who can afford it. Every New Yorker should have the opportunity to sit in these seats, hear these voices and experience this stage, no matter what’s in their bank account. From the rise of opera buffa in the 18th century to

Mayor Fiorello La Guardia’s ‘people’s opera’ in the 1940s, this art form was meant to be seen by everyone.” “Throughout its storied history, the Met has culturally enriched New York,” said Peter Gelb, the Met’s General Manager. “With this new initiative, we hope to further demonstrate that the Met is a vital part of life in the city.” “Economic justice means access to the things that make a city worth living in,” said Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice Julie Su. “Too many New Yorkers have walked past Lincoln Center their whole lives and never gone inside. This season, tens of thousands of them will.” “The Met Opera’s iconic stage is one that too many New Yorkers have yet to experience for themselves. Thanks to this partnership, that’s about to change,” said Cultural Affairs Commissioner Diya Vij. “Opera has a long history of welcoming working people of all ages. With ‘Opera for All,’ we’re getting back to these roots and letting all New Yorkers know that the incredible work on this stage is for them, too.” The Met has committed to continuing “Opera for All” in future seasons. Tickets will be available in every section of the house, excluding standing room. Any New Yorker who has not purchased a Met Opera ticket since 2019 is eligible to enter the lottery. Additional pathways to distributing tickets directly to New Yorkers will (Continued on page 4)

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Free Tickets ––– (Cont’d from page 3) also be made available in the months ahead. The City is helping promote and distribute tickets through the Department of Social Services, NYCHA, New York City Public Schools, the New York Public Library, The City University of New York (CUNY), the Department for the Aging and Situation Project. The announcement builds on the Mamdani administration’s commitment to making New York’s arts and culture accessible to all New Yorkers. Earlier this summer, in partnership with the Theater Development Fund, Mayor Mamdani provided thousands of free and low-cost Broadway and

off-Broadway tickets to high school students, along with free memberships to more than 20 cultural institutions across the City. “The arts and our city’s cultural institutions are an important part of building a more age-inclusive city,” said NYC Aging Commissioner Lisa Scott-McKenzie. “At older adult centers across the city, we see how creative programs can promote well-being, foster connection, and reduce social isolation. ‘Opera for All’ expands that opportunity by opening the doors of the Metropolitan Opera to more New Yorkers. I applaud Mayor Mamdani, the Met and the Department of Cultural Affairs for

helping ensure New Yorkers of every age can participate in the cultural offerings of our city.” “‘Opera for All’ promises a new avenue of access for CUNY students to broaden their perspectives through engagement with our city’s rich arts institutions,” said CUNY Chancellor Félix V. Matos Rodríguez. “We’re grateful to Mayor Mamdani and the Metropolitan Opera for making these performances more accessible to CUNY students and all New Yorkers. I urge those who haven’t yet experienced the joy of attending a production at the Met to take advantage of this one-of-a-kind opportunity to attend.”

Street Safety ––––– (Continued from page 3) registered and identifiable. 7. Goal seven features a plan to consolidate the emerging data from travel patterns and accident trends on a single Vision Zero database. This data would then be leveraged to inform future policy decisions in relation to street safety. 8. Goal number eight attempts to modernize the entirety of the municipal fleet with safety technologies such as “Intelligent Speed Assistance, automatic emergency braking, high-visibility truck designs,

telematics and audible alerts.” Additionally, the city plans to pair this implementation with more comprehensive training for municipal, contracted and regulated fleet drivers. Mayor Mamdani reflected on the overarching goal of Vision Zero Reimagined during the announcement of the plan on September 15. “Vision Zero Reimagined puts forward the bold measures and practical fixes we need to make preventable tragedy no longer a part of everyday life in New

York City,” Mayor Mamdani said. “With 19 agencies and partners working together, we are doubling down on what works and paving the way for ambitious new models of street safety. Safety is a right for every New Yorker, no matter how you travel, where you are going or what neighborhood you call home.” Data from the Mayor’s Office showed that drivers without a license, with a previous suspension or with multiple convictions, represent 41% of all traffic fatalities.

FLAG Award Invites Bronx Residents to Nominate 3K-12th Grade Teachers for Largest Awards Program Nominations open now through November 29 Now entering its 8th year, the FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence is accepting nominations for its annual awards program, which recognizes and celebrates extraordinary public school teachers who inspire learning through creativity, passion, and commitment. Six grand-prize winners—one from each of New York City’s five boroughs and one 3K-through-5th-grade educator from any borough—will each receive a $25,000 cash prize and their schools will each receive $10,000 for arts-based initiatives designed by the winners. Finalists will each receive $10,000, and their schools will receive $5,000 to support arts programming. The FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence, founded by Glenn and Amanda Fuhrman, recognizes and celebrates extraordinary New York City public school teachers who inspire learning through creativity, passion, and commitment. This award is funded by The FLAG Foundation for Excellence in Education and by The Fuhrman Family Foundation. In the 2025-2026 awards cycle, Deborah Reich, a biology and environmental science teacher at World View High School, won the Bronx’s $25,000 grand prize. Reich connects science lessons to climate change, pollution and environmental justice in students’ own communities. With the school grant funding, Reich would expand the Art & Ecology program by launching an initiative to help students communicate scientific and environmental concepts through visual storytelling and public exhibitions, involving digital cameras, a photo printer, framing supplies, and embroidery supplies. “Almost everyone can point to a teacher who changed the way they saw themselves or the world around them,” said Glenn Fuhrman, co-founder of The FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence. “My fifth-grade teacher sparked my interest in math and numbers, which stayed with me long after I left his classroom. We created the FLAG Award because teachers have lasting influence every day, far too often without receiving the recognition they deserve.” “Exceptional teachers do more than help students succeed in the classroom. They help young people imagine possibilities for themselves that they may not have seen before,” added Amanda Fuhrman, co-founder of The FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence. “The teachers who stand out through this process don’t just have an impact on the students sitting in front of them. They start programs, create opportunities and bring ideas to their schools that can have ripple effects for years,” said Risa Daniels, co-president of The FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence. “Nominations give students, families and colleagues the chance to tell us about the teachers creating that kind of change in their own communities,” added Laura Twersky, co-president of The FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence. Winners are selected by a prestigious independent jury of education and civic leaders. The deadline for nominations is November 29, 2026. Semi-finalists will be notified in February 2027; winners will be announced in June 2027. Students, parents, school faculty, and other school community members can nominate teachers at flagaward.org/nominate-your-teacher. Full-time teachers in NYC public schools, grades 3-K through 12, with a minimum of five years of teaching experience are eligible for the FLAG Awards. They can be nominated by students, students’ family members, prin-

cipals or fellow teachers and colleagues. Teachers are evaluated on the FLAG Awards’ CREATE framework: • Challenges and inspires students of all abilities, utilizing innovative teaching techniques and approaches to curricula and activities. • Reaches out beyond the classroom, making a positive impact on the school and the community. • Embraces their role as an educator with tireless, devoted dedication. • Acknowledges the full spectrum of potential in each and every student. • Teaches through example, as a leader and role model both inside the classroom and out. • Engages in opportunities for self-improvement and continues to learn, grow, and develop as a teacher.

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Building 9 Association Greetings, Building 9 Association family and friends. Our next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 24, at 7 p.m., in the Building 9 Association meeting room located in the rear lobby of Building 9B. Our guest speakers will be Pastor Michael Adolphus for Quest Diagnostics, and Area Manager Romauldo Ferrer from Optimum. On Saturday, September 12, the Building 9 Association held its annual Back-to-School raffle. Photos and a list of winners are posted on our lobby bulletin boards. Thanks to our Back-to-School Raffle Committee: Evelyn Mavins, Janet Yarrell, ShirMurray-Mcley Cann and Wanda Randall. This year’s winners were Camryn Ross, Delilah Bunn, Alaina Robinson, Elise Manning, Ryan Manning, Chloe, Camille and Stephen Nkana. Congratulations to our students. Please let us all thank New York State Assembly 2026 Back-to-school Raffle Winners Member Michael R. Benedetto for his annual sponsorship of our event. You may make anonymous complaints to the Co-op City Public Safety Department at any time. Noise complaints, suspicious activity complaints, loitering complaints, etc. Just call with a location, type of complaint, description of the parties involved, etc. If you see something, say something. There is a new retail store opening at the former Capital One site at 725 Co-op City Blvd. We were recently advised that this retail location will operate as a cannabis paraphernalia store. This is an alarming development since we fought to prevent a legal ‘smoke shop’ from opening at a nearby location. We must monitor the activities at the location in order to preserve our quality of life and standard of living. On Saturday, October 17, at Dreiser Auditorium “A,” there will be a Community Conversation event with the Montefiore-Einstein Environmental Cancer Risk Research team. You will have an opportunity to learn about the research project, meet the researchers, meet the Co-op City C.AR.E.S. advisory board as well as New York State Assembly Member Michael R. Benedetto. The research project will require community participation. Come learn how you can impact the study about the state of health in Co-op City. Refreshments will be served. “If you are a true warrior, competition does not scare you, it makes you better.” - Andrew Whitworth —Linda Collins

Broun Place Townhouse Association Good afternoon, Broun Place cooperators, the new school year is more than upon us, Labor Day has also been celebrated and the memorial events for 9/11 have been held. Remember also, the Jewish Holy Days have been celebrated. The remorse of Yom Kippur, which is the highest holy day in the Jewish calendar has also been celebrated and honored. We all have memories of September 11, 2001. My family will forever grieve for Co-op City’s Regenhard family whose firefighter son, Christian, was killed in the attack. Sally, his mother, made her life’s mission to make skyscrapers safer. Personally, I will be worried every day about whether our grandchildren get home safe and sound and not bullied. The well-being of our children is primary. This week, the Co-op City Times brought us so much news of Co-op City and the Bronx. Photos and tidbits on our Governor’s visit here and a press conference held by the African American Association were featured. In Broun Place, our area designated for garbage bins and recycling containers have been renovated. We appreciate them being restored and kept well. Do you have a special celebration coming up? Please let us know and we will announce it in our press release. We wonder though, one of our apartments has been in repair for two years; when will it be completed? Setting the record straight, the doorman pro-

gram was not a union organized program. The doorman program was a part-time program not covered to protect cooperators but just for opening doors and helping with bags. The program was cancelled by the Board. They say it was too costly and not covered by full-time work benefits. Many feel the program needs to be promoted and presented to the Board. It is very important to take the time to recognize and praise residents who have earned commendations for their participation in Co-op City. This week, we praise the members of the Election Committee. Under Mary Pearson’s leadership, new methods were developed to get residents to vote. Let us hope that some of her work and ideas are seriously kept in practice. An issue behind the scenes in Broun Place is water ponding in our cul-de-sac. Letters have gone back and forth between agencies. The determination is that no one has yet accepted the responsibility to reconstruct this gutter. The result is water backs up and puddles while garbage collects. Are you a new neighbor? Please introduce yourself and submit photos. Following last week’s rains, our new Grounds staff did a great job cleaning up. May all of us suffering from illness regain our health and strength. Before you know it, Columbus Weekend will be here. After the election, we will set up a meeting. I am available to you. If you have any questions, please ask them. —Eva Kindaichi-Lazaar

Retirees of Dreiser Loop Greetings, members and friends, Autumn has officially arrived and the chill of the season is in the air. We wish everyone a happy Fall. Trip Committee – The following trips are planned for the remainder of this year and for next year. Please contact Serita at (347) 564-5722, to let her know of your interest in these trips. 2026 Tuesday, October 20 – The Brownstone, Ace in the Hole Luncheon Show; Tribute to Lionel Richie and the Commodores. Price: $150 pp. Please contact Serita at (347) 564-5722, if you are interested in this trip. Payment is due now. November – Wind Creek Casino (date to be announced). Price: $65. 2027 Wednesday, April 28 – White Plains Theater to see “9 to 5.” (Price TBA). August 8 to14 – Chicago trip to visit the Obama Presidential Library. Price: $950 pp for double, or $1,195 pp for single accommodation. Theater Committee – Is planning to obtain tickets to see the Broadway play, “Buena Vista Social Club.” Please contact Francine Jones at (718) 671-5957 to let her know of your interest in seeing this play. Entertainment Committee – Holiday luncheon will be held on Thursday, December 17, from 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Marina del Rey. Ticket price is $130 and transportation is included on a first-paid, first-seated basis. Please contact Daisy Young at (917) 292-7010, Ted Byrd at (917) 7979230 or Lillian Odom at (347) 678-0745, for tickets and additional information. Happy Birthday – Cheers to all the September and October birthday celebrants. May you enjoy peace, love, and happiness throughout the year. Condolences – Please continue to keep, in your thoughts and prayers, those who are in a season of mourning due to the loss loved ones. Good and Welfare – Get well wishes to Serita Grayson and Carrie Boone. We continue to keep Jay McKenzie and Leonard Murrell in prayer. Please notify Lorraine Parker at (718) 671-6403 of any member illnesses or deaths. Membership Committee – Annual membership dues are $25. Questions may be addressed to Mary at (718) 655-9170. General Meeting – Our next general membership meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 7 at 1 p.m. in Dreiser, Auditorium C. We look forward to seeing you there. ––Georgianna Rodriguez

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Co-op City Times / September 26, 2026

Correction

Due to a production error, a viewpoint by Riverbay Board Director Daryl Johnson and the Building 33 Association article were printed on page 8 and page 10 in the Saturday, September 19, 2026 issue of the Co-op City Times. Omitted was a viewpoint submitted by Director Mary Pearson and the article of the AARP. The mistake was corrected in the online version of the Co-op City Times on the issuu platform. To read the Saturday, September 19, 2026 issue of the newspaper, please visit https://issuu.com/cctimes/docs/co-op_city_ times_09-19-26. We sincerely apologize for the error and any inconvenience caused.

Board of Directors’ Meeting - September 23, 2026

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Collective Bargining Resolution: #26-58 SUBMITTED BY: Kevin Lambright SECONDED BY: Leslie Peterson BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, DATED: September 23, 2026 WHEREAS, on September 21, 2026, Con Edison shut off and locked the gas main service to Building 27 A, B and C due to a leak on the 4” main gas line in the gas meter room; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager requested a proposal from License Master Plumber (LMP), Express Plumbing Sewer and Water Main Contracting Corporation (Express Plumbing), as they are Riverbay’s current contractor under contract 4313 for Emergency Plumbing and Gas Repairs; and WHEREAS, the Project Manager recommends Express Plumbing to perform the Emergency Gas Repairs required work at Building 27 including expediting and permit ﬁling, for the amount of $1,281,513.19. This includes labor, materials, and sales tax under a new contract

Danielle Cruz

#4353; and WHEREAS, prior to voting on this Resolution, no Director has disclosed to the full Board any conﬂict of interest as required by NY Business Corporation Law Section 713. NOW THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: that the proposed Contract #4353 for Emergency Gas Repairs at Building 27 with Express Plumbing Sewer and Water Main Contracting Corporation in the total amount of $1,281,513.19, including labor, materials, and sales tax, be approved by the Board as recommended by Management in accordance with the Board of Directors Resolution #85-16 and amended by Board of Directors Resolutions #95-44 and #20-19. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: that the President is hereby authorized to execute the contract and Management is authorized to take all steps necessary to make this action effective. YES: Coleman, Cylich, Johnson, Lambright, Marbury, Pearson, Peterson, Richardson, Rosario, Saunders, Smith, White, Wright ABSENT: Graham, Leslie PASSED

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Co-op City Times / September 26, 2026

New Yorkers Encouraged to Claim Compensation for Inflated Generic Drug Prices On Tuesday, Sept. 22, New York Attorney General Letitia James joined a bipartisan group of 47 other attorneys general in urging eligible consumers to submit claims for compensation from generic drug manufacturers that illegally colluded to raise prices. The U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut recently preliminarily approved the coalition’s plan to distribute tens of millions of dollars to consumers who overpaid for certain generic drugs as the result of a massive, long-running scheme to inflate drug prices while reducing competition in the pharmaceutical industry. Attorney General James and the coalition’s investigation found that dozens of companies illegally colluded behind the scenes to increase prices for a wide range of generic drugs used by millions of consumers. Attorney General James is urging eligible New Yorkers to submit a claim by March 8, 2027 to receive compensation. “For years, dozens of pharmaceutical companies cheated New Yorkers with shady backroom deals that raised prices,” said Attorney General James. “These companies inflated generic drug prices and forced hard-working families to pay excessive amounts for essential medications. I encourage all New Yorkers who purchased eligible generic drugs to submit a claim to receive compensation.” Eligible consumers must submit their claim by March 8, 2027 to receive compensation. To submit a claim for payment, consumers can visit www. AGGenericDrugs.com and follow the directions to fill out and submit a claim online. Consumers can also request a form from the claims administrator directly by emailing info@aggenericdrugs.com, calling 1-866-290-0182, or mailing the address listed on the webpage. The settlements are the result of three lawsuits filed by Attorney General James and the coalition against dozens of generic pharmaceutical companies and individuals alleging years of conduct impacting the prices of over 100 drugs. The first complaint was filed in 2016 against 18 corporate defendants and two individual defendants and concerned 15 generic drugs. The second complaint was filed in 2019 against 22 of the nation’s largest generic drug manufacturers and 16 individual senior executive defendants. The third complaint was filed in 2020 and focused on 80 topical generic drugs that account for billions of dollars of sales in the United States and names 26 corporate defendants and 10 individual defendants. Seven pharmaceutical executives have been cooperating to support the coalition’s claims in these cases. (Continued on page 8)

OPPORTUNITIES AT CO-OP CITY For information on CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES ONLY, please contact: Lenya Garcia at Lgarcia@riverbaycorp.com; and Anatoliy Budnitskiy at abudnitskiy@riverbaycorp.com. Please note: emails should be sent to both parties. Please DO NOT email resumes for EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES to the aforementioned emails. For EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, please see below for specific directions.

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Public Safety Blotter

September 13, 2026 – September 19, 2026 September 17, 2026 100 DeKruif Place – CCPD responded to a call of males loitering on the roof. Upon arrival, two male cooperators were observed on the roof loitering and were given Community Complaints. 100 Alcott Place – CCPD responded to a call of a male trespassing on the roof of the building. Upon arrival, a nonresident male was observed on the roof and was arrested and charged with Criminal Trespass. September 18, 2026 99 Bellamy Loop – CCPD responded to Garage 6 for two vehicles exiting the garage without paying. Upon reviewing video of the incident and a canvas of the

area, both vehicles were observed parked and questioned. As per the Parking and Leasing supervisor, the offenders in each vehicle (cooperators) were issued a ﬁne and Community Complaints for AntiSocial Behavior. 100 Benchley Place – CCPD responded to a call for a physical dispute. Upon arrival and investigation, a non-resident was placed under arrest for assaulting another person causing physical injuries. 100 Asch Loop – A cooperator reported returning to his parked vehicle and noticing that both mirrors had been removed from the vehicle by an unknown suspect without his permission.

Nor’easter ––––– (Continued from page 1) Mamdani. “If you live near the coast, move your car to higher ground or away from streets that regularly flood, and secure anything outside that could be picked up by strong winds. Storm tracks can change, so stay informed and take the simple steps that can keep you and your neighbors safe. For emergency alerts, text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692.” “We’re keeping a close eye on the Friday evening and Saturday morning high tides, which could bring flooding to low-lying areas on Staten Island’s eastern shore, in the Rockaways and around Jamaica Bay,” said NYCEM Commissioner Christina Farrell. “Winds will pick up late Friday, so bring in or tie down anything outside before then, and if you’re traveling this weekend, allow extra time and watch for ponding on roads. Never drive or walk through floodwater, and never go around traffic barricades. We’re working with the National Weather Service and our partner agencies every day, and we’ll keep New Yorkers updated.” A high risk of rip currents at area beaches is expected to continue through at least Saturday. Rough surf could cause some beach erosion, though erosion is more likely on Long Island than at New York City beaches. New Yorkers are reminded that City beaches officially closed for the season on Sunday, September 13. Swimming is no longer permitted at public beaches because lifeguards are not on duty. Storm tracks can change, city officials emphasize, offering the following tips to help New Yorkers prepare for this weekend’s nor’easter: • If you park in a coastal area that frequently floods, move your car to higher ground. • Secure outdoor items such as furniture, decorations, grills and garbage containers, including anything on balconies, rooftops and patios. • Clear debris from drains, gutters and stairwells around your home so water can flow freely. • If you live in a basement or ground-floor apartment in a low-lying area, know more than one way out and make sure exits are clear. If water begins to enter, move to a higher floor. Never remain in or re-enter a flooded basement. • Never walk or drive through floodwater, no matter how shallow it looks. Six inches of moving water can knock a person off their feet, and one foot of water can sweep away a car. • Never drive around traffic barricades. They are there for your safety. • Avoid touching floodwater, which may contain sewage, chemicals or debris. • Report non-emergency issues to 311 and call 911 if you are in immediate danger. • If you rely on powered medical equipment, register with your utility provider and keep backup batteries charged. • Check on neighbors who may need extra help, especially older adults, people with disabilities and anyone in a basement or low-lying home in a coastal area. • Sign up for Notify NYC, the City’s free emergency alert system, by texting NOTIFYNYC to 692-692 or visiting nyc.gov/notifynyc. For more coastal storm preparedness tips, visit nyc.gov/beready.

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Co-op City Times / September 26, 2026

Director’s Viewpoint – Leah Richardson , 1st Vice President

Moving Forward Together: A Message to My Riverbay Community Dear Riverbay Shareholders, I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely say thank you. Thank you for believing in me, for trusting me, and for entrusting me with the responsibility of serving as vice president of the Riverbay Board of Directors. I do not take this responsibility lightly. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to continue serving the community that I call home. I am excited to work alongside our president, Bishop Angelo Rosario, and my fellow directors as we continue working on behalf of the shareholders of Riverbay. In this new position, I will have the opportunity to work more closely with Management. I want our shareholders to know that the work will continue. We hear you. We understand your concerns. And we know there is work to be done. We are living in difﬁcult and challenging times, and some of the improvements that our shareholders would like to see may take longer than any of us would like. But I want to reassure you that a delay does not mean that your concerns are being ignored. We are listening. We are paying attention. We are following up. And we are working toward solutions. Your Voice Matters I also want to encourage more shareholders to become involved in our community. We have seen an increase in participation at our open Board meetings, and I hope that participation will continue to grow. Your presence matters. Your voice matters. Your concerns matter. Riverbay is a large community with thousands of shareholders, and every day there are people seeking assistance with different issues and concerns. When you bring a concern to the Board, we hear you. We take those concerns seriously and direct them to the appropriate management team.

Drug Prices – (Continued from page 7) The lawsuits allege these companies engaged in a broad, coordinated, and systematic conspiracy to ﬁx prices, avoid competition, and rig bids for more than 100 different generic drugs. The companies maintained an interconnected web of industry executives where these competitors met with each other during industry dinners, “girls’ nights out,” lunches, cocktail parties, and golf outings, and communicated via frequent telephone calls, emails, and text messages that sowed the seeds for their illegal agreements. Defendants used terms like “fair share,” “playing nice in the sandbox,” and “responsible competitor” to describe how they unlawfully discouraged competition, raised prices, and enforced an ingrained culture of collusion. The drugs included in the scheme span all types – including tablets, capsules, creams, and ointments – and classes – including antibiotics, anti-depressants, contraceptives, and non-steroidal anti-inﬂammatory drugs. They treat a range of diseases and conditions from basic infections to diabetes, cancer, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, HIV, ADHD, and more. In some instances, the coordinated price increases were over 1,000 percent. For example, Digoxin, an essential heart medication manufactured by Heritage, tripled in price, causing patients to pay hundreds of dollars more for the drug. Attorney General James and the coalition have secured $96 million from Apotex and Heritage, Bausch and Lannett, and Glenmark Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. As part of the settlements, the defendants have agreed to cooperate in the ongoing multistate cases against the remaining corporate defendants and individual executives, as well as to make reforms to prevent future misconduct and ensure fair competition and compliance with antitrust laws.

I also encourage shareholders to utilize their CSO offices when they have a problem. Please explain what is happening and provide the information necessary to help resolve the issue. Sometimes, resolving a problem takes time. That does not mean your concern is unimportant. It means that there may be steps that have to be taken before a matter can be fully addressed. I ask for your patience, but I also encourage you to keep communicating. Our Safety is a Community Effort I also want to speak about something that is important to every one of us: safety. If you see something, say something. Please report concerns to our Public Safety office. Riverbay is an extremely large development, and our Public Safety team is working with limited staffing and resources. They cannot be everywhere at the same time or see everything that happens throughout our community. That is why we must work together. Our Public Safety officers have a responsibility. Management has a responsibility. The Board has a responsibility. And we, as shareholders, have a responsibility, too. We can be the eyes and ears of our community— not by taking matters into our own hands, but by reporting concerns to the appropriate people. If you see something, report it. If you are concerned, speak up. Reach out to Public Safety, your CSO office, Management, or the Board. Don’t assume someone else will make the call. Our community is stronger when we look out for one another. We Cannot Go Backwards I want to be very clear about something: I am not saying that we cannot do better. We absolutely can do better. And we must do better. This is our home. This is our community. Our families live here. Our children live here. Our seniors live here. We have built our lives here,

and we should all want Riverbay to be safe, strong, vibrant, and a place we can continue to be proud to call home. I believe in this community. I believe in our shareholders. And I believe in what we can accomplish when we come together. We cannot go backwards. We must move forward. But moving forward requires all of us. We need to bring back the spirit of the village, the spirit of neighbors looking out for neighbors, supporting one another, speaking up when something is wrong, and caring about what happens to the person next door. That sense of community is something we should never lose. Let us Become that Village Again. We cannot expect the Board to do everything. We cannot expect Management to do everything. We cannot expect Public Safety to do everything. We need each other. It takes all of us. It takes thousands of shareholders to decide that this is our home and that we are going to take pride in where we live. So let us focus on what brings us together. Let us communicate. Let us participate. Let us look out for one another. Let us speak up. Let us support one another. And most importantly, let us become that village again. Although we face challenges, we also have an opportunity to do better, work together, strengthen our community, and move forward. We cannot go backwards. We must move forward. And we must move forward together. Together as shareholders. Together as neighbors. Together as a community. Riverbay is our home. Let us take care of it—and let us take care of one another. Thank you for your trust, your conﬁdence, and your continued support. Together, we can make a difference. I can be reached at lrichardson@riverbayboard.com.

Goose Island Seniors Until further notice, do not make checks out to Goose Island Seniors. If you have to write a check, make it out to Stephen Roberts. Wind Creek Casino – Bethlehem, PA; Tue., Oct. 6. Price: $70; bonus, $25 for slot play. Waiting list only. Bus arrivals: Einstein Loop at 8:15 a.m., Asch Loop at 8:40 a.m. and Dreiser Loop at 8:50 a.m. Bingo & Pizza Party – Fri., Oct. 16, Pizza at half time at Bingo, 2 p.m. Resort World Casino – Monticello, NY; Mon., Oct. 19. Price: $70. Bonus, $25 slot play, $15 food voucher. Call 646-579-1701. Christmas Spectacular Rockettes – Radio City Music Hall, Sat., Nov. 7. Price: $130. Call 646-579-1701. Resort World Casino – Monticello, NY; Tue., Nov. 10. Price: $70. Bonus, $25 slot play, $15 food voucher. Waiting list only. One-Day Shopping Trip – Lancaster, PA; Nov. 14. Price: $155. Dinner at Shady Maple. Call 646579-1701. Toy & Coat Drive – Dec. 6. Donate a toy or coat. DJ, music, entertainment, food and more. $25 entrance fee. Call 646-579-1701. Wind Creek Casino – Bethlehem, PA; Wed., Dec. 10. Price: $70, bonus, $25 for slot play. Paris 2027 – April 21-27, 2027. Prices start at $4,400. Call 646-579-1701. Notary – with Yvonne Menefee, 10:30 a.m.3:30 p.m. Bingo – Mon. and Fri., 1 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Members only. Admission: $5 for three cards; $0.25 each additional card; 12 games and jackpot. Refreshments. Game Day – Tue. and Thu. between 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. Dominoes, movies, socializing and more. Members only. Refreshments.

Wednesday and Saturday Goose Island Bonanza Bingo – Price of $0.25 a card for each game. Wed. at 1:15 p.m., eight games; Sat. at 1 p.m., seven games. $1 admission, $1 refreshments. Members only. Become a member; $15 until Dec. 31. Starting Jan. 1, $30 for 2027. To all Members: Happy birthday to our members who celebrate their birthday in the month of September: Veronica Mack, Rodney McFarlane, Sandra Cortez-Johnson, Patricia Harris, Ivelisse Santiago, John Turjak, Alma Alequin, Janice Brown, Evelyn Mavins, Estrellita Ello, Wanda Dobson, Lyone (Lee) Hall, Gloria M. Bobyn, Pamela Rumph, Ola Waymmann, Carlton Lawrence, Elizabeth Anderson and Majorie Yellon. Sick and Shut-in – Averill Clayton, Myrna Witherspoon and Sandra Cortez-Johnson. Our club is at 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 39, Bronx, NY 10475, the Section 5 Community Center, (718) 379-9613; Stephen’s cell: (347) 847-1941 (Zelle available). Our email address is goose.island@optonline. net. Cash App: $StephenCarlSr. Membership dues $30 annually. Good health to all. —Stephen Roberts Sr.

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Co-op City Times / September 26, 2026

Director’s Viewpoint – Mary Pearson, Assistant Treasurer

Turning To those of you who were wondering why you got a double dose of one director’s viewpoint and none from me last week, no wondering necessary: It was par for the course for this election. I wrote: Election 2026 was a circus full of missteps, obstruction, temper tantrums, natural and man-made disasters, and delays from the moment I volunteered to chair this thing on January 10th until its conclusion 31 weeks later. But my 9/19/26 lost-in-space viewpoint wasn’t all emotional recapping and grousing. Mostly, yes, but not all. It held a nuts-and-bolts recap of ’26 and suggestions (some mine, some others’) for future elections. It also sang the praises of the carrying charge insert’s ability to bring in all but 56 valid ballots by the election’s end; raised an eyebrow – one more time – for the hasty and expensive second-mailing; and boasted that election ’26 took a mere 23 days longer than election ’24 – the last year electronic voting at home in one’s pajamas was allowed. Despite the distractions, Election 2026 came in quick and cheap. Cheap? How cheap? With warts and all, $4.44 from each of our shareholder’s pockets is relative chicken feed. How quick? Only in Co-op City can an election period of 86 days be considered relatively quick. You can read all about it – and about 16 years’ worth of everything else – at issuu.com/cctimes. But before turning the page on Election 2026, let’s assess some of the real damage. Wasted time and money are nothing compared to the loss of productivity. What failed or almost failed to be accomplished during that period of limbo? For one thing (after how many cooling seasons?) the decision to install those overly tested convectors

in the remaining 15,340 living rooms has stalled. For another thing, we’ve barely gotten the incredibly delayed solar paneling initiative off of the ground, much less onto the Power Plant roof. And here’s my personal failure-to-launch and/or failure to accomplish list: 1.) Addressing the latest DOT disaster-in-waiting. 2.) Promoting the New York Health Act (NYHA) before it’s too-late-baby December 31st deadline. 3.) Reopening the Restoring our Safe Holiday Traditions discussion. Windmill-battling time is back, Halloween’s coming, healthcare is on the chopping block, and those bulldozers are itching to roll over Section 5. But before you can say: Is that all? along comes ... Gas outage in Building 27. Except for the shortlived Earhart Lane townhouse gas outage(s) in 2018 and the inconveniently-timed 2018/2019 threemonth loss of cooking-with-gas by Tower Building 33 (pre-Thanksgiving to just past New Year’s), our longest-lived gas outage started on April 28, 2025, in the Donizetti Place, Building 4 Triple-Core. That super annoying inconvenience is, in all likelihood, coming for us all, and this time it’s come for the Erdman Place, Bldg. 27 Triple-Core. On Monday afternoon, September 21, someone smelled gas, a leak was detected in the main gas line, gas was shutdown, a robocall was sent out, and by Tuesday morning, ﬂyers were distributed to every apartment with details of what to expect. I’ll summarize. But ﬁrst, here’s what’s expected of us residents to do and to understand – in this instance and in future occurrences. Everyone’s cooperation is needed to get the gas restored and “the overall process may take several months to complete.” Please understand that we will be kept informed – scheduling-wise – throughout the process, and that several teams will be working simultaneously to keep the length of time needed to complete the enormous project down to a minimum.

As detailed in Monday’s ﬂyer and based on the steps taken in 2025 in Bldg. 4, here’s what to expect next. 1.) All basement gas pipes will be replaced. 2.) Each apartment’s ﬂexible stove connectors and old valves will be removed (to protect our stoves) and the gas pipe will be capped. 3.) Each of the Triple-Core’s 20 gas risers will be pressure tested. To further minimize the duration of this vitally necessary disruption, each apartment line’s gas risers will be dealt with individually. That means, our direct column of upstairs and/or downstairs neighbors – such as 27A/1A to 27A/25A – will be pressure-tested and evaluated individually while other teams are working on lines such as (and up to) 27C/1G to 27C/25G. Once each apartment line’s gas risers pass the test – and the follow-up tests and inspections by the DOB (Department of Buildings) and Con Ed – the stoves will be hooked up with new hoses and valves and the gas will be turned back on for that particular line of apartments. But if a riser fails the test, it means there’s a leak hidden behind a wall somewhere. That leak or leaks need to be found and pipes repaired. So, again: It could take months and everyone’s 100% cooperation is needed to get the gas restored. If you had your phone tree alerts turned off during the election, now might be the time to sign back up. Plans will be made, professionals will be enlisted, Building 27 residents will be invited for an info and hand-holding session, regular updates will follow – and if the outage goes longer than 30-days, we’ll get a one-time-only $100 off our carrying charges. Hope for the best but prepare for the worst while we wait for the gas to be turned back on. (Easy for me to say. I’m not the cook in my little family.) Good luck and good humor, everyone. Everyone’s doing their best. MPearson@RiverbayBoard.com/718-219-2211.

American Legion Post 1871 Post 1871 Congratulate Two American unfamiliar setting requires courage, prioriLegion Bx County Boys State Graduates tizing long-term personal growth over shortAfter the summer break, we held our first term separation anxiety. General Meeting of the 2026–2027 fiscal In the photo to the right above, deleyear on September 19. A major highlight of gates Justin Morales (Theodore Korony the meeting was welcoming and congratPost #253) and Ross Allan C. Horne-Joseph ulating two Boys State delegates who ad(Co-op City Post #1871) are flanked by atdressed the attendees in Rm. 41, highlighttending Legionnaires. Special recognition ing the transformative leadership qualities goes to Michael McNerney, American Lethey developed over the summer. gion Department of New York Boys State Boys State is a highly selective, immerBronx County Chairman and County Prosive leadership and citizenship program for gram Counselor, pictured at the far right in high school juniors. Operating on a “learn the rear was one of the instructors imparting by doing” model, the intense one-week procore life-values to these future leaders. gram simulates New York State government, The American Legion Department of requiring delegates to form political parties, New York Boys State program for 2027 has campaign for office, and draft legislation. It not officially announced its scheduled trainalso includes rigorous physical training led ing dates. Based on historical scheduling, it Delegates Justin and Ross are 3rd and 4th from left in photo. by U.S. Marine instructors. is projected to run from late June to early The program builds discipline, civic July 2027 at SUNY Morrisville. pride, organizational excellence, public For more information about this leadership and character-building prospeaking skills, and lasting leadership abilities. Its incredible impact is provgram, you can visit https://nylegion.net/boys-state/ or contact us directly. en by its roster of notable alumni—including former New York Governor Save The Date George Pataki, President Bill Clinton, and U.S. Senator Cory Booker— Saturday, November 14, 1-3 p.m. – Veterans Day Community Comproving that the program’s lessons in democracy and character launch future memoration and Veterans Information Fair at 135 Einstein Loop North (Secleaders. tion 5, Rm. 45). We extend our special appreciation to the parents who supported these Contact Us – American Legion Post 1871, 135 Einstein Loop, Rm. 41, young men. Parents in attendance, such as Ms. Rosalind Horne, deserve high Bronx, NY 10475. Phone: 718-320-8165. Email: americanlegion@post1871. commendation for sending their sons to this rigorous camp. Entrusting a org. Website: https: www.legion.org/post1871 child to American Legion counselors and regimented U.S. Marines in an —Antonio Codrington

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Section 1 Family Fun Day

On Saturday, September 19, Co-op City Section 1 hosted a “Family Fun Day,” an afternoon filled with food, fun, and entertainment. Held behind Building 1 at 900 Baychester Avenue from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., numerous families came together, enjoying the sunny day. CCPD was present, giving children the opportunity to sit inside a police car. Children also enjoyed playing in a bounce house, taking turns so every child could have a chance to play. Food and refreshments were provided to guests, including sodas, hot dogs, and pizza. Photos by Alice Moreno and Gail Sharbaan

Co-op City Times / September 26, 2026

Director’s Viewpoint – Daryl Johnson

Election Reflection We had a swearing-in meeting on Monday, September 14, 2026. Then, five candidates were sworn in as board directors. The seats for the president and first vice president were filled. Then, like a warning sign, a fire alarm went off. So, that meant that we had to evacuate the entire building. Now, can you picture the doors that you use to go into Riverbay’s offices? Well, we evacuated out of those doors and into that parking area. Then, can you believe that two active fire trucks were waiting in that parking area? So, we had to walk around to the patio area, below the supermarket. And, that’s where we continued this meeting. However, there was no way that I was going to elect some of our directors to become officers. And, that’s why you saw a tie between some candidates, 7-7. Therefore, some of those seats might stay vacant for this entire term. Look, in some cases, some people are desirous of having a title next to their name? However, our officers should always consider our community when they’re conducting business. And, that means that they should not allow bad resolutions to be brought to our board room. Sure, our hired management might not be happy with their rejection. Tough! They need to understand that the board has a responsibility to exercise its independent judgement and conduct the corporation’s business accordingly. Latest Crime Statistics For The 45th Precinct Have you seen the NYPD’s CompStat report for the 45th Precinct for the period of September 7-13, 2026? If your answer is no, then you might not like the numbers on this report. But, first, let’s review the NYPD’s stated coverage area for this precinct: “The 45th Precinct serves a portion of the northeastern section of the Bronx. The precinct area contains six miles of park area, and 10.6 miles of waterfront. The precinct encompasses Co-op City and City Island.” Secondly, I want to acknowledge that the officers in the 45th Precinct and our CCPD officers are trying

their best to serve our community in a proper manner. However, we must understand that crime can occur anywhere and at any time. Okay, let’s review the crime complaints that were noted on this report. One of the worst complaints cited on this report is rape. So, can you believe that the year-to-date number of complaints for rape is 35? The year-to-date number of complaints for rape was 27 in 2025. So, do we have a serious amount of rape complaints within this coverage area? Absolutely! Therefore, please consider this horrible crime with your family and friends. Also, please call our CCPD at 718-671-3050 immediately if you encounter an unsafe situation here. Another horrible category on this report is felony assault. The year-to-date total under this category is 225 complaints. There are a lot of violent cases of criminals assaulting their victims. Then, there are lots of cases of couples that were once in love. And, now, they’re having continuous fights in their home. Break up to make up? Simply saying sorry? No!!! There’s an online video of a mother that asked her son to drop a plate on the floor. So, the son dropped a plate on the floor. The plate then shattered into several pieces. Then, the mother told the son to say sorry to the plate. Complying, the mother then asked her son if saying sorry fixed the plate. The son had no choice but to say no. So, the lesson here is to not destroy your loved ones. Sure, you can say sorry after an incident. However, will the word sorry necessarily fix what you did to your loved ones? The answer might be no. So, please do not fight, assault, curse out, threaten, or do anything bad to your loved ones. Can you sit down and have a good discussion on fixing your relationship? Can you consider incorporating some good principles into your relationship like love and kindness? Please also consider God along with these principles in reference to your relationship with your loved ones. Cable Services and Our Camera System You will probably receive several offers to

change your cable television service to another company. However, you need to understand that some of our neighbors lost the ability to access our camera system after they changed their cable television service. Then, can you believe that a company wants to charge $100 to install a camera feed into just one room? Next, per additional room, they want to charge $50 to install a camera feed. Bottom line: How did this company bring this plan to our community? Are they discussing their plans with our cooperators? Okay, please ask every salesperson about our camera system before you sign up for any cable television service. Close There are a lot of online law enforcement resources about personal safety and preventing other types of crimes. So, please consider checking out these resources. Lastly, again, please call our Coop City Police Department at 718-671-3050 if there are problems here. 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.

Building 32 Association Hello, shareholders; we hope you had a great Labor Day and that your back to school has gone off without a hitch. First off, I would like to thank everyone who came out for our first ever chess meet-up on September 19. Competition was not only fierce, but fun and friendly. We hope to schedule it again next month and maybe we will add a chess tutorial at some point. Also, on September 15, we had our first general meeting after our summer hiatus. Turnout was huge and we appreciate all who attended. There was a 50/50 raffle that resulted in a satisfied winner. Our guest speaker was Building 12 Association president, Co-op City Toastmasters vice -president of public relations, and newly appointed Community Board 10 member, KaTrina Dinham. Ms. Dinham spoke about the importance of shareholders getting involved in our community. It was a great talk given by a very gifted and busy human being. All agreed that the key to a better Co-op City is involvement. Thank you, Ms. Dinham! At the meeting, shareholders shared their ongoing issues. Pertinent advice was given, the main takeaway being, maintaining constant contact with the Call Center, CSO, Public Safety and individual vigilance as the best ways to begin to solve problems. If you have an ongoing problem with your apartment or building, maybe the Building 32 Association can help expedite it. See something, say something. Email us at building32association@ gmail.com for more information. Plans are in the works to have a learning session on how to sign up for paying your maintenance fee online. Sadly, we ran out of time at our general meeting. Stay tuned Thanks to everyone who came out for that in the near future. In the for our first ever Chess meet-up on meantime, if you wish to continSeptember 19. ue sending your maintenance fee

check by mail, please be aware of check-washing scams. One way to combat this scam is to write your checks using gel-ink pens. Crooks will find it difficult to remove your signature using these. Next Up: Keep an eye out for our year- Competition at the first Chess meet-up was fierce but ly Halloween friendly and fun. We hope to schedule another session Trick or Treat next month. Candy Giveaway on October 31 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Coming soon: Market 32! Our yearly association market will take place on Saturday, November 7, between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. If you wish to be a vendor, prices for our four-foot tables are $30 for association members and $35 for non-association members. Our six-foot table is $40 for association members and $45 for non-association members. Table availability is extremely limited so contact us ASAP at building32association@gmail.com. In addition to our email, a phone number will be provided so you may contact us about this event. Later: Our next general meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 17, at 7 p.m. Finally, it has come to my attention from one of our shareholders that our porter, Philip, has been doing a great job. The shareholder wanted to commend him publicly for keeping our floors clean. Philip, please keep up the good work and know you are appreciated. That is all for now. —Ezekiel Springer

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Building 13 Association Today! – Women Keeping it Real: Yes! We are back today, Saturday, September 26, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. You must be at a minimum of 18 years old to attend the meeting. Bring a friend! All are welcome from near and far! You do not want to miss this. Refreshments will be served and are welcomed. Building Association Meeting: We want to thank our General Manager, Mr. Walton, for attending our Association meeting. We will discuss more of our conversation with him in future articles. Verizon Service Update: I will be speaking with the Verizon Regional Sales Representative during the week regarding the upcoming service rollout for Building 13. Verizon plans to begin servicing Building 13 within the next couple of weeks. As Back-to-School Giveaway held on Sept. we move forward, I will contin- 9. Our gratitude to all who donated. ue discussions with the Building 13 Executive Board. Verizon representatives will be available to participate directly, providing residents with an opportunity to have their questions answered firsthand. I will keep the Building 13 community informed as additional information becomes available. Building Picture: Due to inclement weather last Sunday, we decided to reschedule the date for the Building 13 group picture. When we reschedule, please remember, all members of our building are invited to join in memorializing our friendships and residency in this fabulous building. Our building group picture re-scheduled date will be posted in the bulletin board located in the lobby. A Concern About a New Business A concerned shareholder contacted me last Saturday evening after seeing

workers installing a flashing sign at the former Capital One bank location. The sign reads, “NY City Exotic,” and displays pictures advertising vaping products, hookahs, rolling papers, cigarettes and cigars. This brought back concerns from the previous discussion about a legal dispensary that had sought to open at the former Chase bank location, an effort that was unsuccessful. Although this is not a legal dispensary, the shareholder understandably asked, “So, is this one of the businesses that is getting placed here?” Residents deserve to know what businesses are coming into our community and whether they have the proper licenses and approvals. Asking questions and staying informed is an important part of protecting the quality of life in our community. Co-op City belongs to all of us, and maintaining a strong community requires more than a few people doing the work. We need shareholders who are willing to participate, stay engaged and help move our community forward. Your continued involvement matters. Your voice matters. Your participation matters. Together, we can continue working to make Coop City stronger. “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: www.bldg13assoc.com or e-mail us at building13assoc@ yahoo.com. Contacts: Leslie Peterson, president, at 718-320- Families were delighted to receive backpacks 1370; or Wendell Mattison, V.P. (especially those from the Knicks), dictionarat 917-330-1380. Thank you ies, composition books, binders, folders, for supporting our team. paper, pens, pencils and even a selection of —Leslie Peterson reading books for mny age groups.

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Co-op City Times / September 26, 2026

Director’s Viewpoint – Michelle Marbury

Because You Belived: A “Thank You” from My Heart Thank you Two simple words, yet they carry more weight for me today than I can adequately express. As I submit my ﬁrst viewpoint following my re-election to the Riverbay Board of Directors, I ﬁnd myself thinking not only about the election, but about the journey that brought me here. I am the daughter of pioneer shareholders. My parents had the foresight to bring our family to Co-op City when this community was still young and its possibilities were still being imagined. They chose more than an apartment. They chose a community built upon the idea that the people who live here have a stake in what happens here. That lesson never left me. It is one of the reasons I remain involved today. Co-op City is a unique community structure—one sustained not simply by buildings, services or management, but by the participation, investment and commitment of the people who call it home. So, this moment is profoundly meaningful to me. To Everyone Who Stepped Forward I thank my parents for planting the seed and the pioneers who helped establish the foundation upon which we continue to build. I thank every shareholder who participated in this election, every person who encouraged me, supported me, challenged me, prayed for me, spoke with me and, most importantly, exercised their right to vote. I also want to acknowledge my Team N.O.W. colleagues, including Keith Logan and Darnell Lopez, who stepped forward and offered themselves in service to this community. Their willingness to become involved represents something I have spo-

ken about often—the importance of encouraging another generation of shareholders to participate, lead and help carry Co-op City forward. My appreciation extends to all of our fellow candidates who answered the call to serve; to the Election Committee and election workers who gave their time and energy to the process; and especially to the shareholders who remained engaged throughout what became a long election season. Whatever our individual choices may have been, participation is what keeps a cooperative alive. Now I Ask, “YOU” to Step Forward The election may be over, but participation cannot end at the ballot box. One of the greatest strengths of Co-op City is the number of ways residents and shareholders can become involved. We have building and townhouse associations, Board committees, community-based organizations, clubs, civic and cultural groups, youth and senior activities, faith-based organizations and many other opportunities to serve, learn, share and connect. There is a place for almost every interest—and more importantly, there is a place for you. Your Building Association is one of the closest connections you have to what is happening right where you live. Attend a meeting. Become a ﬂoor captain. Volunteer for an activity. Bring an idea. Ask how you can help. Consider joining a Riverbay Board committee. These committees provide shareholders an opportunity to bring their experience, questions, concerns and ideas into discussions that can ultimately help inform recommendations concerning our community. Look through the Co-op City Times. Read

the articles submitted by our clubs and community-based organizations. You may discover a group devoted to something you already care deeply about—or something completely new that sparks your interest. And if you have been sitting on the sidelines because you believe someone else will do it, I ask you to reconsider. Co-op City needs more than residents. It needs participants. You don’t have to run for the Board. You don’t have to chair a committee. You don’t have to give every free hour you have. Just start somewhere. Attend one meeting. Join one organization. Volunteer for one event. Introduce yourself to your Building Association. Share one idea. Sometimes one step is all it takes to discover that you are part of the resource this community has been waiting for. The Work Continues You can reach me at mmarbury@riverbayboard.com. To those who placed their trust in me once again: thank you. Your vote was not simply a vote for a person. It was an expression of trust—and I do not take that trust lightly. An election ends. Service does not. There is still work to do, still voices to hear, still questions to ask, and still opportunities to protect and strengthen this extraordinary community for those who are here today and those who will inherit it tomorrow. My parents brought me here. This community helped raise me. And because of your trust in me, I have the privilege of continuing to serve it. With a grateful heart, I simply say: Thank you, Co-op City. The work continues.

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STATEPOINT MEDIA: THEME: MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS ACROSS 1. Trampled 5. Dashboard unit, acr. 8. “Be quiet,” onomatopoeically speaking 11. Clean the whiteboard, e.g. 12. Morally wicked 13. Former anesthetic 15. Bad luck precursor 16. Banned apple spray 17. *Ringo Starr’s instrument, pl. 18. *Home of the bagpipes 20. Big one, at 7-Eleven 21. Contemplate 22. Jewelry stone 23. Hindu queens 26. Something earned 30. Tokyo, formerly 31. *Riddim pair music genre 34. Spock’s famous body parts 35. *Animal, source of violin bow strings 37. Scott Joplin’s “Maple Leaf ____” 38. Away from port (2 words) 39. Not much (2 words) 40. Post-graduate journey? 42. Always, to a poet 43. Baby bear (2 words) 45. Beach-comber’s collection 47. Choler 48. Popular pie nut 50. Glazier’s unit 52. *Flute player 55. Pointy teeth 56. 36 inches 57. Sticky stuff 59. Hot ____ buns 60. Code word for K 61. Mauritania’s Eastern neighbor 62. Soda pop container 63. Ems follower 64. Highest point DOWN 1. *Piano has at least ____ pedals 2. Part of a glass, pl. 3. Leading oil-producers’ grp. 4. Indicate 5. Home to Teatro alla Scala 6. Popular core exercise 7. Deer social group 8. Synagogue 9. Cannabis plant 10. Store posting, abbr. 12. Old-fashioned carry-on bag 13. Straight ones in drafter’s toolbox 14. *Louis Armstrong’s instrument 19. “And Then ____ Were None” 22. “Wow!” 23. User’s “getaway” 24. Sun-dried brick 25. Water wheel 26. Intense anger 27. Painter’s prop 28. Angler’s basket 29. Former Russian leaders 32. Snatch 33. Toothy fish 36. *Lute family instruments 38. “Perfect” Buddhist 40. Theatrical prompt 41. Former Portuguese money 44. Edible herb 46. Brain teaser 48. Like average Jane 49. British peers 50. Prefix for “beyond” 51. Any minute, arch. 52. Type of fish net 53. Daytime TV program 54. Enameled metalware 55. Federal Communications Commission 58. *Standard number of strings on guitar Answer key on page 19

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Section 5 Association Hello, neighbors. It seems as if it was a short summer. Nevertheless, we trust all enjoyed and that all is well. One thing the community can attest to is that we are thankful to our groundskeeper, Mr. Ambo, and his workers who grace this community with beautiful flowers, plants, and trees, which have a tendency to make one feel a sense of calm and happy looking at such beauty that man cannot make, only tend to. Section 5 Association (SFA) is back and will continue to work together engaging in community work and the concerns of the people, buildings, grounds and advocacy to improve the community. The SFA meeting was held on September 17 at 7 p.m. and the president of the association, Ms. Carol Arthur, welcomed us all back. Ms. Carol reminded us of the change in the mailing of our carrying charge location. Ms. Carol shared that due to Co-op City being a NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community), there may be a need for technology assistance, more information will follow. The guest speaker gave a presentation about a jobs program that she would like to set up here in the Co-op City community. This program will entail workshops & training opportunities. However, there were many questions, a concern mentioned was job training for the homeless or formerly incarcerated people and if Co-op City would be a good fit for such a program. We must make wise decisions that we will not regret in the future. Section 5 shareholders should be aware of the Local Law 11 work that is being done in Section 5 to check on the infrastructure of our high risers and ensure there are no loose bricks or repairs needed in buildings over 6 stories high. 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

Building 22A&B Association Greetings, neighbors. The association wants to thank everyone who attended our bus ride to the Resorts Casino in Atlantic City. It was a wonderful day, and we look forward to seeing you at our next event. Our condolences to one of our porters, Vernon Candy, who passed on September 11. Prayers to his family. Information will follow on the bulletin board. Co-op City Times is your official source for information pertaining to our community, so pick up your copy every week. Compactor Room: Please continue to follow all instructions. Keep this room clean, as it is an extension of your home. Laundry Room Etiquette: Read the etiquette board for further instructions. Remember to return on time for your clothes. Clean out the dryer trays and pick up fabric softener sheets to avoid an accident. Happy birthday to all who celebrate this month. Prayers to all who lost loved ones. Kindly, check on the sick and shut-ins. If you see something, say something. Blessings to all. —Betty Leak

Building 21 Association We would like to thank everyone who joined us for our first “Coffee, Tea & Community” early morning gathering on Saturday, September 19. It was a wonderful opportunity to come together, meet shareholders from our buildings and introduce you to members of your Building 21 Association executive board. Most importantly, we enjoyed hearing directly from our shareholders. Your suggestions, ideas and feedback are important to us and will help guide the association as we continue working to strengthen our buildBuilding 21 shareholders came together for our first ings and promote a greater sense of com“Coffee, Tea & Community” event held on Sept. 19. munity. We hope to make gatherings like this a regular opportunity for shareholders to stop by, have some coffee or tea, meet their neighbors, speak with members of the executive board, and share their thoughts about our community.

2026–2027 Association Dues A reminder that association dues collection for the 2026– 2027 year begins in September. Annual dues remain $10, with additional donations always appreciated. Even if you do not plan on being an active member or attending meetings, your $10 helps. Your $10 membership contribution goes directly toward the activities and community initiatives that we would like to develop for our shareholders throughout the year. Every contribution helps us put our ideas into action and create opportunities for neighbors to connect and participate. Thank you to everyone who The Building Association enjoyed hearing has supported the Building 21 directly from shareholders. Association. We look forward to continuing to work together and making this a productive and enjoyable year for all three buildings. —Toran D. Smith Sr.

Building 6 Association Happy Saturday, neighbors. I hope when you read this, it finds you in good standing. This past Saturday’s “Let’s Get Lei’d” end of summer Family Game Night was great. A time was had by all. Warm people, great energy, tons of laughs, just all-around goodness. Thank you to Ms. Yolanda Cohen and Mr. Harry Fletcher for baking homemade desserts; Mr. Floyd Smalls of Building 7 for the tuna macaroni salad; Mz. Lassiter for the Hawaiian pineapple BBQ wings, fruit salad, and tropical punches; Ms. Smith for the meatballs, garden salad; and Mr. Junius Williams for the fried chicken; Ms. Jamie Gillard and Ms. Joi Noel for the sodas. Everything was delicious. Look out for upcoming Fall fiestas and more community fun. The General Association meeting is back on Wednesday, October 7, in the Dreiser Center, Rm. 1, with a special guest speaker. The Association will start collecting candy and snacks for the annual “Spooktacular” event on October 31. Children are encouraged to wear costumes. Individually wrapped candy, juices, snacks, monetary donations are all welcomed. Please contact anyone from the e-board, their informa- A good time was had by all who attended tion is on the bulletin board. our end of summer “Let’s Get Lei’d” and FamNeighbors, keep up the ily Game Night last Saturday.

good housekeeping throughout the building. Keeping the common areas compactor and laundry rooms clean after we handle our household duties. If everyone does a little, most won’t have to do a lot. If any neighbor in your household is experiencing a mental health crisis, please dial 988. The hotline, armed with mental health resources, is available 24/7. Remember mental health dictates your overall wellbeing. As the saying goes, if you see something, say something. Call CCPD at 718671-3050 or dial 911 for NYPD. There have been a rash of incidents here on the Co-op City campus. Our safety is paramount to our quality-of-life standards. We have all earned the right to live in a safe and clean environment. The Association’s e-Board thanks all Neighbors this is your home, pro- who contributed to help make the event tect the integrity of your invest- a huge success. ment. I’m imploring all neighbors to get involved, volunteer for a few hours, show up for one another. There are 32 floors and 12 apartments per floor. If we all unite, things can get done. Let’s keep this collective of Co-op City thriving together. As always, we pray for safety over all. Godspeed. ––Lauren K. Lassiter

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Building 29 Association

Cooperators United

Dear cooperators, welcome back after the summer break! Hope that your summer was a good one, and that now you are ready for the fall. Building 29 held its first meeting on Wednesday, September 9, at 6:30 p.m. in the Building B meeting room. We are discussing trying out a slightly later time (7 p.m.) in November, to accommodate more working people. The Book Club of Building 29 held its bi-monthly meeting to discuss, “First Lie Wins.” We had a very lively discussion, centering around identity issues and names, honesty, and more. The next book, “The Namesake,” by Pulitzer Prize winner Jhumpa Lahiri will be discussed on Friday, Nov. 20, at 7 p.m. In October, we will hold our annual elections. Any dues ($10) paying cooperator is welcome to apply. Please be sure to attend this very important meeting and bring your friends and neighbors! Next, we discussed the many interesting and fun activities slated for our association. The first is the Health Fair at United Methodist Church. This is an amazing way to really find out many things about your health for free! Look for flyers. Also contact our president Michael Adolfus at Amen Ministries for registration and more information. The event will be held on Saturday, October 10, in Section 5. There will also be a very useful Scam Alert Information presentation in October. (Other future speakers hope to include an insurance agent.) In addition, on Saturday, October 24, at 10 a.m., Kathy Wood will hold her lively exercise class (for both chair exercises and standing). All are welcome! The popular Goose Island Bingo game is slated to be on Nov. 1 from 3-5 p.m. Finally, we are looking for ideas for a Movie Night (Nov. 7) on our big screen TV. Also wanted are ideas for a Game Night—a great way to make friends and meet your neighbors. Meanwhile, stay healthy and safe. Peace and blessings to all. —Katharine Wood

Greetings, fellow Building Association and Townhouse Association presidents. Our next meeting is scheduled for Monday, September 28, at 7 p.m., in Bartow Center, Rm. 31. All Association presidents are eligible and encouraged to join Cooperators United. If you are a new Association president, please provide your name and contact information to the CU secretary, Deborah Henry, and to Ms. Vanessa Aldea, director, CSO. The annual dues are $20. Please see the treasurer, Jewel Crawford-Duncan. Pastor Michael Adolphus, president, Building 29, is our scheduled guest speaker. Pastor Adolphus will provide food for the meeting. Please join us in thanking and supporting him. Our scheduled guest speaker for October 26 will be the Riverbay Corporation EGM Marvin L. Walton. The discussion will be centered around extermination services. There is a new retail store opening at the former Capital One site at 725 Co-op City Blvd. We were recently advised that this retail location will operate as a cannabis paraphernalia. This is an alarming development since we fought to prevent a legal “smoke shop” from opening at a nearby location. In an effort to ensure that only the sale of non-cannabis products is sold there, we have contacted Community Board 10, the 45 Precinct Council, NYC Council Member Riley’s office, and NYS Assembly Member Benedetto’s office, to name a few, for guidance. We urge each of you to join us to ensure this location does not become a detriment to our community. On Saturday, October 17, at Dreiser Auditorium “A,” there will be a community conversation event with the Montefiore-Einstein Environmental Cancer Risk Research team. You will have an opportunity to learn about the research project, meet the researchers, meet the Co-op City C.AR.E.S. Advisory Board as well as New York State Assembly Member Michael R. Benedetto. Assembly Member Benedetto secured $250,000 in state funding to kick start the research project for the Co-op City community. There will be a presentation, a Q& A with the researchers, there will be handouts, etc. Refreshments will be served. “If you are a true warrior, competition does not scare you, it makes you better.” –Andrew Whitworth ––Linda Collins

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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 Formed By The Word: The Word in Action — Becoming Living Testimonies (James 1:22) A believer formed by the Word cannot remain silent or still. Scripture was never meant to provide information alone—it was meant to be embodied. James 1:22 warns us, “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” Hearing without obeying leads to selfdeception. Academic faith may inform us, but only obedient faith transforms us. This shift requires moving from simply accumulating biblical content to actively encountering the living God and responding to His living Word. Jesus models this posture perfectly: “I do nothing of My own initiative” (John 5:30). Obedience is the bridge between hearing and transformation. Yet obedience is not cold duty— it’s an act of love. Jesus says: “If you love me, keep my commandments” (John 14:15). Obedience does not earn God’s love; it reveals ours. It is also delight. “I delight to do Your will… Your law is within my heart” (Psalm 40:8). True obedience flows from intimacy with God, where His Word shapes our desires, decisions, and direction as a testimony of faith and worship. Jesus lived this joy-filled obedience, showing us that fulfillment is found in aligning with God’s purposes But obedience will challenge us. Scripture forms us into living testimonies—people who forgive, reconcile, serve, advocate, encourage, give generously, and love sincerely, even when it stretches us beyond comfort. When a verse convicts you, do not rush past it. That friction often means the “sword” is doing its work. Being formed by the Word means embracing all of Scripture—not only the comforting parts, but also the corrective ones that shape us for compassion, justice, and service. The world does not need more biblical knowledge alone; it needs believers who embody the Word. This week, meet one need in your immediate circle. Do one act of justice, mercy, or service that reflects Christ’s heart. Let your obedience become visible love. Lord, make us not only hearers of Your Word, but living testimonies of Your truth. Come and Receive a Blessing: All Are Welcome! Bible Study – Book of Nehemiah. Wednesday at 7 p.m. Zoom: 904-468-5745. Join by phone: 929-436-2866 Thursdays: In Person Prayer Meeting at 11 a.m. Pantry at 11 a.m. Upcoming Events – Save The Dates Saturday, September 26: Flea Market, 11 a.m.5 p.m. For further information, contact Pauline Taylor at 718-320-1552 or Jackie Dove at361-2497033. Rain date: October 3. Sunday, September 27 – English Service at 11 a.m. Escuela Dominical at 11 a.m. Spanish Service at 12:30 p.m. Free Biometrics and Health Screening: Saturday, October 10, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Open to everyone. —G. Abadia

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Building 10 Association Greetings, fellow cooperators. New Cooperators – Welcome, all new cooperators. We look forward to seeing you at the next general membership meeting. Calling All Bakers – Back by popular demand, our annual Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, October 10. We’re asking for donations of fresh baked or storebought goods (cakes, cookies, cupcakes, etc.) For additional information, please contact Lenise at 917-701-0059 or Jewel at 917-488-5237. We are looking forward to some tasty treats. Reminder of the Week – Compactor Room – Please keep our compactor rooms clean. Failure to clean up spills will result in vermin on your floor and/or your apartment. All boxes should be broken down or taken to the basement and placed near the Ash Cart room. All large items, e.g., furniture, must be taken to the basement and placed near the Ash Cart room. 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 on their anonymous tips’ hotline: 718-879-6311.

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 were 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. “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” –C.S. Lewis Have a great week! —Jewel Crawford-Duncan

NAACP The NAACP marches to defend democracy and combat racism and discrimination in communities across the country. Located in the Einstein Community Center, Room 36, we meet the fourth Sunday of the month at 3:00 p.m. The office hours are Monday and Wednesday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. General Membership meeting is September 27 at 3:00 p.m. Purpose of this meeting is the election of the Nominating Committee, Election Supervisory Committee, and the date and time of the November branch election for officers and at-large members of the executive committee. Additionally, we will discuss the HBCU event. Also, the FAFSA is coming! Get ready now! The 2027–28 FAFSA opens October 1, 2026! High school seniors and parents can get a head start by creating their individual StudentAid.gov accounts, each student and parent must have their own account. Gather tax and financial information and check important college and state deadlines. Do not wait until October! Create your StudentAid.gov account today, gather your documents and mark October 1 on your calendar so you are ready to complete the FAFSA as soon as it opens. Thirty-eight (38) days until the Midterm Elections on Tuesday, November 3. Make a plan and know the issues. Know who is running. Tell people and show up: every vote matters. Be the deciding one. Voting Fact Early Mail Ballot: Registered voters in New York are allowed to request as early mail ballot by the Bronx Board of Elections, located at 1780 Grand Concourse or available by phone at 718-299-9017, no later than October 24. Check online at: vote.nyc or call: 1-866-868-3692 to register or make sure

your name was not removed. New to Co-op City? Update and supply your new residence. Today we march, tomorrow we organize, November, we vote! The American Red Cross and NAACP announce a new documentary honoring the father of blood banking, Dr. Charles R. Drew. “Dr. Drew is an unsung hero of World War II,” said NAACP President and CEO Derrick Johnson. “His innovation made it possible for many American soldiers to come home to their families.” NAACP Launches Historic $20M Campaign to Mobilize Black Voters for Midterms: Derrick Johnson, President and CEO of the NAACP, said in a statement, “We’re launching this campaign on our nation’s 250th anniversary – and investing more than we’ve ever invested in a midterm cycle – because this is a pivotal moment for our democracy. The future of this country needs to finally serve the people, and not the wealthy at the top who couldn’t care less about those who actually built this nation with blood, sweat, and tears.” Looking to make an even greater impact? Become a champion for change and join us to keep advancing. Annual membership: adult $30, youth $10, silver life $1000. Make checks/money orders payable to: NAACP Co-op City, mailing address: NAACP Co-op City, 135 Einstein Loop, Room 36, Bronx, N.Y. 10475. To become a member online, go to: www.naacp.org membership. Select Co-op City (2210) and join. Office phone at: 718-320-3210 or email: naacpccity2210@ gmail.com. —Brenda Brown

Building 20 Association

Welcome back. The first meeting of the new season was held on September 17 and the following is a brief summary. The president led the elections for new officers. Francine Jones, Esther Powell and Ruby Aguirre will continue as leaders of the association. The outgoing officers, Laverne Hamilton and Sylvia Lewis, will continue as association members. Thank you for your service. Our guest speaker was Chief Andre Waring, head of the Co-op City Public Safety Department, who was accompanied by his team of officers. Officer Jose Collado, Community Affairs, is assigned to Building 20. If you have a problem in your building or with a neighbor, contact him. The officers also participate in events and plan to do something special for the sick and CCPD Chief Andre Waring (right) and CCPD offi- shut in to spread joy for the cers who attended our association meeting on holidays. Please let them Sept. 17, pose with Building Association presi- know if you would like to recommend someone. dent Francine Reva Jones. The members of the CCPD Intelligence Unit attempt to keep abreast of what’s going on in the community and to know influential cooperators. They intend to provide safety and results. The residents are their eyes and ears and they will keep confidential the information that you provide. In addition, the Intelligence Unit follows social media and stays aware of teen takeover plans. They have a relationship and communicate with the Bay Plaza management, the 45th Precinct, the schools, the library, and have been able to prevent crimes from happening. CCPD has a 24-hour dispatch number: 718-671-3050. Whenever you make a report to Public Safety, write down the name of the person you speak to. They do verticals. Currently, they lack the staff to do them as frequently as needed and they intend to train more people. Officers get trained and leave CCPD shortly thereafter and it was stated that it is illegal to make them stay if they want to leave; they cannot make it mandatory. The free training period is four to six months. They intend to have continuous recruitment. Young people who need work should apply to Public Safety. They also train officers on how to serve people with handicaps, i.e., blind, hearing

impaired, behaviors, etc. They do active shooter training and will do one for the community. (To be continued next week.) Thanks to the new members who joined during our meet & greet sessions in the lobbies and those that paid their dues at the meeting. Thanks to the members who helped decorate our meeting room and provided refreshments. Our next meeting will convene on Thursday, October 15, at 7 p.m. We look forward to seeing you. —Francine Jones

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Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 Matthew 11:28, “Come to me, all who are weary... and I will give you rest.” May the peace of the Lord be with you all. Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 cordially invites the Hispanic community to come gather and worship with us. If you are looking for a church to worship our Lord and Savior, if you feel alone, wounded, depressed, if you need liberation, our doors are open to receive you. Jesus is willing and able to free you and heal you. By becoming a follower of Jesus, one is freed from the control of sin and becomes truly free to live a life of righteousness. Join us in fellowship to honor God and be filled with His joy. Isaiah 41:10, “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.” We hope to see you on Sundays. Our church is located at 135 Einstein Loop Community Center, 2nd floor, Rm. 33. We also have live worship service on our Facebook page on Sundays at 11:30 a.m. Services Offere: Monday: Spanish Telephone Bible Studies, 8 p.m. (564-888-5521; Code: 696248) Tuesday/Friday: Zoom Spanish Bible Studies, 8 p.m. (ID 3447367643; Code: 3jEJ2W) Thursday: Telephone English Bible Studies, 8 p.m. (564-888-5521; Code: 696248) Sundays: Worship Service 11:30 a.m. Holy Communion is the 1st Sunday of the month. God bless you and remember, Jesus loves you Mateo 11:28, “Venid a mí todos los que estáis cansados... y te daré descanso.”

Paz de Dios sea con ustedes. Iglesia Cristiana Marcos 16:15 les hace una cordial invitación a la comunidad hispana a congregarse con nosotros. Si buscas una iglesia para adorar a nuestro Señor y Salvador, si te sientes solo, herido, deprimido, si necesitas liberación, nuestras puertas están abiertas para recibirte. Jesús está dispuesto y puede liberarte y sanarte. Al seguir a Jesús, nos liberamos del control del pecado y nos volvemos verdaderamente libres para vivir una vida de rectitud. Únete a nosotros en compañía para honrar a Dios y llenarte de Su alegría. Isaías 41:10, “No temas, porque yo estoy contigo; no desmayes, porque yo soy tu Dios que te fortalezco; siempre te ayudaré; siempre te sustentaré con la diestra de mi justicia.” Esperamos verlos los domingos. Nuestra iglesia está ubicada en el Centro Comunitario, 135 Einstein Loop, segundo piso, sala 33. También tenemos servicio de adoración en vivo en nuestra página de Facebook los domingos a las 11:30 a.m. Servicios Ofrecidos Lunes: Estudios Bíblicos telefónico, 8 p.m. (564-888-5521; Código: 696248) Martes / Viernes: Estudios Bíblicos Zoom, 8 p.m. (ID 3447367643; Código: 3jEJ2W) Jueves: Estudios Bíblicos telefónico/Ingles, 8 p.m. (564-888-5521; Código: 696248) Domingos: Culto de Adoración: 11:30 a.m. Santa Cena es el 1er Domingo del mes Que Dios le bendiga y recuerda que Cristo te ama. —Blanca Santana

Co-op City Baptist Church

Building 2 Association

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#. 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. Friday Mid-Morning Prayer Service at 10 a.m. is on the church conference call line. On Sunday, October 4, our pastor, Rev. Dr. Sheldon E. Wiliams, will be celebrating his 34th Pastoral Anniversary at the 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. services. The guest preacher at both services will be Bishop Designee, Rev. Dr. Johannes J. Christian, Pastor of Good Samaritan Baptist Church in Columbus, Ohio. Everyone is invited to this special occasion. Our next food giveaway will be distributed on Friday, October 9, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. (estimated time), at 135 Einstein Loop, in front of the Einstein Community. Please remember to bring your own bag, and perhaps a cart. Some products can be heavy. Everyone is welcome. Our church’s 55th Anniversary will be celebrated with a banquet on Saturday, November 14, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Surf Club On The Sound, located in New Rochelle, NY. The ticket price is $155. Children ages 6-18, ticket price is $75. Bus transportation will be provided at a separate cost of $25 (separate check). For further information, kindly contact the church. “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

Greetings, shareholders, and welcome back from the 2026 summer hiatus as we continue moving forward this association year. The Building 2 Association nominations meeting was held on Tuesday, June 19, and we are proud to report that we have a new president. We welcome Mrs. Patricia Johnson, former VP, for three years as head of the board for the Building 2 Association team. Mrs. Johnson played a key role with the Section 1 Association Family Funday this past Saturday while simultaneously maintaining a firm hold of her duties as the association’s president. Needless to say, Family Funday was a huge success. We at Building 2 would like to extend our sincere gratitude for her perseverance and the strides she has accomplished thus far. Laundry Room Etiquette – Remember to be mindful of your washing and dryer machine usage. Keep in mind that there are other shareholders sharing the laundry room space with you. Please limit yourself to one or two machines to wash your clothes. Kindly avoid occupying multiple washing machines when there is a line of people waiting. Also avoid putting only a few articles of laundry in the dryers. Some of us have noticed that there are also strangers among us who are coming in from the outside to use our laundry room. Do not attempt to confront them. Instead, when you get a chance, step away from the area and place a call to Riverbay CCPD at 718-320-3050 to make a note of it and send the proper officials to investigate the situation at hand. Extermination Services – There have been several reports of roach or mice sightings within the compactor room or apartments. It is urgently advised that you handle this issue in the proper format. Contact Riverbay at 718-320-3300 and press option number 3 for the extermination staff to be dispatched to address the incidents accordingly. They will set up an appointment with you that will meet any of your time constraints. Be proactive and the extermination services staff will do their job to alleviate the matter. Upcoming Events Game Night – Wednesday, October 7, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Come and engage in friendly family fun. Choose from a variety of card and board games, dominoes and chess. Test your strategic moves or take lessons from our master teacher for those interested in learning. This event aims to promote fellowship among neighbors. Welcome Potluck Night – Saturday, October 17, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Join us for a night of delectable and nourishing treats. This event is still in its planning stages. For more information or to volunteer your services, contact Patricia Johnson at Building2assoc@aol.com. Next Meeting – Tuesday, October 13, at 7 p.m. Guest Speaker: Deputy Chief Andre Waring of the Co-op City Department of Public Safety (CCPD). To our neighbors celebrating their birthdays in the month of September, Building 2 Association extends warm wishes for good health, happiness and joy throughout the year. —Adelina Martinez

Please Curb Your Dog! Shareholders are reminded that it is the law in NYC, and their responsibility as a dog owner, to clean up after their dog. In addition, refrain from using the playgrounds and tennis and basketball courts to walk your dog. Keep these areas sanitary for the children who utilize the space.

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JASA Co-op City NORC Program Invites You for These In-Person & Virtual Activities JASA Bartow OAC Annual Health & Resource Fair Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Location: Dreiser Auditorium, 177 Dreiser Loop, Bronx, NY 10475 National Hispanic Heritage Month – Raíces que nos unen – Roots that bring us together! JASA Bartow OAC invites you to celebrate the richness, beauty, and diversity of Hispanic culture. Date & Time: Friday, October 9, from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Walk group at NORC office on every Tueday at 10 a.m. JASA provides comprehensive emotional wellness support for older adults ages 60+ resid-

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ing 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 & within the OACs. Dreiser OAC – Please join us every Wed. 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 & other services. Please call 646-744-2921 for an appt. In-person Technology Class – Thurs., 3-4 p.m. at the Bartow NORC Office. Join us at the Dreiser OAC on October 21 at 1 p.m. in Aud. B for an emergency preparedness presentation. All attendees will receive a ful-

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ly stocked emergency go bag. Advance sign up is required to attend and receive a bag. Please call 718-320-1345 to sign up. 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.

Please be courteous to your neighbors.

Curb your dog.

Dreiser

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. Smartphone & Tablet Class, 1:45-2:45 p.m.

TRIP: Walmart, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Stretch & Tone w/Ola, 10-11 Stay Well Exercise w/Odessa, a.m. Bodies In Motion w/Ola, 11 10-11 a.m. a.m.-12 p.m. Line Dancing w/Cynthia, Aqua Aerobics, 12-3 p.m. (off Wed. & Fri., 12:30-1:45 p.m. site) Board Games, 1-2 p.m. Technology w/Jimmy, 1-2 p.m.

Current Events, 10-11 a.m. Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Bead & Jewelry w/Brenda, 11 a.m.12 p.m., Rm. 4 Line Dance w/Sassy,12-1 p.m. Drama Club w/Amelia, 1-3 p.m., Rm. 2

Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 10-11:15 a.m. Virtual Arts w/Laura via Zoom, Visual Arts, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Knitting/Crocheting w/Lynne & Betty, Salsa Dance w/George, 11 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. a.m.-12 p.m. Beginner’s Computer Class, 12:45-1:40 p.m. (Starting 9/17) Chit & Chat, 1-2 p.m. Advanced Computer Class, 1:45-2:45 p.m. (Starting 9/17) Card Games w/Frankie, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Morning News Discussions, 10-11 a.m. Cardio Exercise w/Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A Fall Prevention Presentation w/Terry, 1-2 p.m. Leisure Games w/Clara, 1-3:30 p.m., Rm. 2

NY), 9 a.m.-3 Massage Therapy, 10 a.m.-12 Coloring for Calmness, 9:30-10:30 Walmart Sewing(Monroe, Class w/Joy, 9-11 p.m. a.m., Massage Therapy, Coney Island Beach/Boardwalk, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. a.m. Rm.2 p.m. Casa Artfor w/Tijay, 10 a.m.-12 Coloring Calmness, 9:3010 a.m.-12 p.m. Manicure, 10:30 a.m-12 p.m. Su Sewing ClassAlive w/Joy, 9-11 a.m., Rm. 2 Alert and w/Cathy and p.m. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. 10:30 a.m. Manicure, Knitting /Crocheting w/Loretta Line Dance with Cynthia, Essie, 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4 Chess a.m.-12 p.m. Line Dance w/Cynthia, ChessClub, Club,1010 a.m.-12 p.m. 10-12 p.m. 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Knit,&Crochet & Connect, 10 Alert Alive w/Cathy & Essie, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Blood Pressure Screening, Drama Club w/Dazee Windley 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. 10-11 a.m., Rm. 4 a.m.-12 p.m. Theater Arts w/Dazee 10:30 & a.m.-12 p.m. 2 p.m.-4:30 p.m., inWindley, Bartow Health Wellness 2.0 – Celebrat- Line LineDance Dancew/Sassy, w/Sassy, 11 a,m.-12 2-4 p.m., in Bartow OAC, Rm. 31 OAC, Rm. 31 ing Each Other, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Aud. A p.m. Dinner Hour, 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Let’s Get It on Zumba, 1 p.m.-2 p.m. Bingo, 1-2:50 p.m.

Sat., Oct. 3

Mon., Sept. 28

TRIP: Walmart (Monroe, NY, 10 a.m. -4 p.m. Weekend Recap Discussion 9-10 a.m. Piano Sing Along Class w/Tomlin, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. (Biweekly) Line Dance w/Sassy, 12-1 p.m. Technology Trial Class w/Anna, 1-2 p.m., Rm. 4

Tues., Sept. 29

Mindful Mornings Tai-Chi, 9-10 a.m. Line Dance, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Book Club, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Movies w/Dennis, “Spiderman: Brand New Day,” 1-3 p.m.

Wed., Sept. 30

Room 7 unless otherwise noted

Thurs., Oct. 1

Room 49 unless otherwise noted

Fri., Oct. 2

Room 31 unless otherwise noted

LUNCH & DINNER MENUS Two options are available

LUNCH:

Meal One: Cozy Lentil & Veggie Soup, White Rice, Roasted Broccoli Meal Two: Stewed Beans, White Rice, Garden Salad

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:

Never Too Old to Learn Spanish, 10-11 a.m. Bridge to Care Arthritis Exercise w/Damion, 11 a.m.-12 p.m. Healing Through Harmony w/ Marley, 1 p.m.-2 p.m.

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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 Salsa with Rasheem, 10 a.m.-11 a.m., without notice. Dreiser, 2nd floor. Payments for trips can be made where noted, Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Word Games, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. and 2-4 p.m. only. Dominoes with Angel, 1:45-3:30 Funded by: The NYC Department for the Aging, the p.m. in the back of the JASA NORC NYS Office for the Aging and Riverbay Corporation. Office Intergenerational Arts & Crafts w/ Denise, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.

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Saturday: Lunch served at 12:30 p.m. until finished: BARTOW ONLY Meal One: Baked Ziti w/Turkey (DairyFree), Sautéed String Bean, Whole Wheat Bread Meal Two: BBQ Chicken Breast, Garlic Rosemary Roasted Potatoes, Steamed Collard Greens, Whole Wheat Bread

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Traditional Synagogue

Black Forum

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-City to 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, with 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 by 10 a.m. so we can take out the Torah. The Traditional Synagogue is the only synagogue in Co-op City. Sabbath ends on Saturday, September 26, at 7:58 p.m. Candle Lighting for Friday, October 2, at 6:16 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 all our members who will be celebrating their birthday in October Please send me your name and I will add it to the list. Fun and Games: After services and kiddush, members play games. Your support for the Traditional Synagogue is greatly appreciated. Wishing all our members and friends peace and good health. —Bruce Gitelson

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 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. Produce Distribution – Black Forum (920 Baychester Ave.) is distributing to all registered pantry guests fresh produce on Tuesday, September 29, from 11 a.m. until items run out (which can happen at any time). No monthly pickups on that day—No exceptions. Please bring five to six clean/sturdy bags, your 2026 pantry card, and a sizable shopping cart. Fundraisers & Fun! Wind Creek Casino – We are pleased to announce a trip to Wind Creek Casino on Saturday, November 14. Cost: $70; Casino Rebate: $25. We’re collecting payments now. Final payment is due by October 23. Please make checks payable to Black Forum of Co-op City. Please be aware that there are no refunds or transfers, and seats will be assigned only once full payment is received. LobsterFest at Nordic Lodge with Foxwood Casino — August 2027: Watch this space for date and more info! A special thank you to our loyal repeat trip supporters—our Section 5 friends, Erica’s group, and the Co-op City Dance Group—and to everyone who has traveled with us! With so many options available, we are deeply grateful for your ongoing support of our trip fundraisers to help feed our community. Contact Us: coopcityblackforum@gmail.com —D. Illis

NCNW Co-op City Section

The NCNW Co-op City Section continues to bring neighbors together through civic engagement, health awareness and cultural activities. From voter education to healthy living and cultural celebrations, the Section remains active throughout the Co-op City community and beyond. September is National Preparedness Month and we are reminding families to plan ahead for emergencies. This year’s theme, “Americans Stand Ready,” highlights resourcefulness, unity and resilience. Visit www.ready.gov/standready for preparedness information. As the 2026 midterm election approaches, the NCNW Co-op City Section continues sharing voter information throughout the community. Members participated in National Voter Registration Day on Tuesday, 9/15/26; Constitution Day activities with the League of Women Voters on Thursday, 9/17/26; and Black Voter Day on Friday, 9/18/26. As a nonpartisan organization, the Section does not endorse candidates or political parties, but encourages residents to register, stay informed and exercise their right to vote. Please talk with your family, friends and neighbors to ensure you have your voting plan and plan to be engaged. As a reminder, the last day for the Board of Elections to receive your absentee/early voting application or letter of application by mail or the online portal for the General Election ballot is on Saturday, October 24, 2026. The last day to apply in person for the General Election ballot is on November 2, 2026. The last day to postmark a General Election ballot is November 3, 2026. It must be received by the CBOE no later than November 10, 2026. Early voting in NYS begins on Saturday, October 24, 2026 - Monday, November 1, 2026 and the general election takes place on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. You may check the NYS Board of Elections for information and vote.org. There have been many changes regarding how the US Post Office is handling mail so please do not wait until the last minute to have your voice counted. Good Health WINs: Families are encouraged to make a vaccination and immunization plan. The Co-op City Section is pleased to present our Annual Health Fair in collaboration with Riverbay Corporation which will be held Saturday, October 10, from 12–4 p.m. at Bartow Community Center, Room 31. This year’s health fair will be extremely informational and interactive. GirlTrek has also begun its walking season with half-hour walks in the Sections 1–4 Greenway. For information, contact co-chairs Keisha Keelen at (917) 697-4854 or Farah Martin at (917) 806-2534. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). You are encouraged to learn more about domestic violence, how you might be able to recognize the signs of domestic violence and ways in which you might be able to help. On October 1, many people will wear purple as a sign of support and State assets will be lit up in purple. Tickets for the NCNW Co-op City Section Holiday Party on December 12 are $125. Visit www.ncnwcoopcitysection.com for tickets and updates. Social Media: You can find us at our website www.ncnwcoopcitysection. com; on Facebook at NCNWcoopcity Bethune; Instagram at NCNWCoopCity and email ncnwcoopcitypres@gmail.com. —Lisa Wade

Share Your Comments & Suggestions with Riverbay Shareholders are encouraged to submit input on how to improve services and service delivery as well as other ideas that impact quality of life. Visit the Home page of the official Co-op City website, coopcity.com, scroll down to the bottom and click on the “Comments & Suggestions” link. Engage with Riverbay. Share your comments, compliments and ideas.

Circle of Christ Church Iglesia Circulo de Cristo Seeing God How can we see God? Is there any tangible evidence for God that can lead us to understand Him and be in relationship with Him? Has He revealed Himself in ways we can understand and see Him? Paul, in the book of Romans, explicitly lays out the evidence for God and humanity’s willful denial of it. Romans 1:20 “Since the creation of the world, God’s invisible qualities, his eternal power and divine nature, are clearly seen, understood from what has been made, so that people are without excuse.” The Bible postulates that from the beginning God has revealed Himself through creation. Although He is unseen, His work is visible everywhere. Every person is born with the innate knowledge that we are not self-sufficient. Solomon, in the book of Ecclesiastes says, God placed eternity in our hearts. Romans 1:21 “For although they knew God, they neither glorified him as God nor gave thanks to him, but their thinking became futile and their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 Although they claimed to be wise, they became fools 23 and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images made to look like human beings and birds and animals and reptiles.” We can see God everywhere, but we prefer to darken our souls to avoid responsibility for our actions. We exchange God’s wisdom with lust and foolishness. We become senseless and arrogance as we move away from God’s wisdom and consider ourselves superior even while diminishing God’s power. 24 “Therefore God gave them over in the sinful desires of their hearts to sexual impurity for the degrading of their bodies with one another. 25 They exchanged the truth about God for a lie, and worshiped and served created things rather than the Creator—who is forever praised. Amen.” Why is the world suffering so much? Because we have made the decision to deny God although he’s right in our face. When we examine the incredible creation, we should fall on our knees and worship. Creation is yelling at us that God is real and present to us. Schedule (147 Dreiser Loop) First Sunday of the month, bilingual Communion Service, 10:30 a.m. Sunday Spanish, 9:30 a.m.; & English Service, 11:30 a.m. Tuesday Prayer, 10 a.m./Bible Study, 12 p.m. Wednesday Nonperishable food distribution 12-2 p.m. Thursday Prayer/Bible Study, 6:30-8 p.m. Friday Spanish Bible Study, 12 p.m.; & Youth Service, 5:308:30 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.

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Pentecostal Tabernacle Location and Contact Information Pentecostal Tabernacle is located at 100 Co-op City, Building 22A, Bronx, NY 10475. For inquiries or assistance, you are welcome to reach out to us at 718-324-0334 or 646 806 9449 Service Schedule • Sunday Worship Service: Our main worship service is held every Sunday at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary. Speaker: Bishop P. Goodman, followed by Pastor R. Sibblies and Sunday School director J. Fleming. We invite all to join us in praise and fellowship • Wednesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer Meeting: at 7:30 p.m. • Join us as we study the Word of God together and spend time in communal prayer, strengthening our faith and understanding. • Friday Worship Service: We come together for worship every Friday at 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to participate in uplifting praise and spiritual encouragement. For any services beginning at 7:30 p.m., you can join us in worship online by calling 727-731-4156. Spiritual Focus: A Transformed Life At Pentecostal Tabernacle, our central spiritual focus is the pursuit of a transformed life. We believe every believer is called to transformation through the power of God, experiencing victory in Christ Jesus. This calling is grounded in the teachings of Romans 12:1-3, which urge us to offer ourselves as living sacrifices, holy and acceptable to God. By renewing our minds, we discern God’s perfect will for our lives and grow in faith and obedience.

Scripture Foundation: Romans 12:1-3 “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God. For I say, through the grace given unto me, to every man that is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but to think soberly, according as God hath dealt to every man the measure of faith.” Living Out the Gospel God’s plan for humanity’s salvation is eternal and completed through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, offering everyone the chance for a new beginning. The Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans outlines humanity’s need for deliverance and the hope of restoration. In Romans chapter 12, Paul gives practical direction for applying these truths, encouraging believers to let the gospel shape their daily lives. While understanding essential doctrines such as faith, justification, and divine guidance is important, the Scriptures call us to move beyond theory and embrace a life marked by real transformation and commitment. This transformation changes how we live and interact with others, reflecting Christ in our actions and relationships. Daily study and meditation on Scripture are crucial. Through God’s Word, we receive grace, strength, joy, and peace to overcome life’s challenges. God’s grace is always sufficient to sustain us. —Rev. R. Sibblies

Community Protestant Church

African-American Association

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: Phone: 718-862-9172, Fax: 718-671-4416, Email: Administration@thecpcchurch.org. Regular Worship Schedule In-person Sunday Morning Worship, 11 a.m.; Sunday School, 9:15 a.m. Every Wednesday: “Hour of Power Noon Day Prayer,” 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: Zoom.com or dial One Tap Mobile: (646) 931-3860 or (929) 205-6099; Meeting ID: 886 1355 3980S. 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 50 years as our pastor. We are so excited we’re hailing this milestone as “The Year of Jubilee.” Pre-Anniversary Services Tomorrow – Sunday, September 27, 3:30 p.m. Rev. Antonio Jordan, St. Stephen Baptist Church Sunday, October 18, 3:30 p.m. Rev. Frank Hawkins, Greater Central Baptist Church Opening Anniversary Services Sunday, November 1, 11 a.m. – Rev. Audrey Jones, Friendly Baptist Church 3:30 p.m. – Rev. Carl L. Washington III, Pilgrim Baptist Church Anniversary Banquet Friday, November 6, from 7 p.m.-12 a.m., Villa Barone Manor in the Bronx, NY. Preacher: Rev. Dr. Jessie Williams, Convent Avenue Baptist Church. Tickets: $200. Black and gold attire requested. Closing Anniversary Services Sunday, November 8, 11 a.m. – Rev. Dr. Edgar Howard, Manhattan, Baptist Church 3:30 p.m. – Rev. Dr. Theresa Lloyd, White Rock Baptist Church “Standing on the Promises.” The Praise Team led the congregation into worship. As Deacon Samuel Wilson, Jr. extended the welcome, it was wonderful to see Sister Joyce Romeo, visiting from Florida, among us. Deacon Helen Atkins prayed and read the morning scripture, Psalm 37:1-4. The CPC Choir sang and glorified God. Rev. Karen Scott delivered the Word, “God is in Use of You,” Mark 11:1-6. Rev. Karen taught that to build God’s kingdom, we must rely on Him, submit to Him, and walk humbly with Him. During altar prayer, Rev. Karen prayed for our strength and the strength of our church. Join us tomorrow at 3:30 p.m. as we continue to celebrate our pastor’s Year of Jubilee with Rev. Antonio Jordan and the St. Stephen family. Come hear the good news of Jesus and experience the new possibilities at Community Protestant, a church of love and understanding. We extend our heartfelt condolences to all who are in a season of mourning. Please continue to pray for Sister Carrie Boone and all sick and homebound members. Happy Birthday to everyone celebrating. “Trust in the Lord and do good; Dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness.” Psalm 37:3 —Lexa Mavins Mingo

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Notice of General Membership Meeting Dear members, The executive board is pleased to announce that the association’s general membership meeting, the first official meeting following the summer recess, will be held as follows: Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026. Time: 3:00 p.m. Venue: Association Meeting Room. Address: 177 Dreiser Loop, Room 15, Bronx, NY 10475. The meeting was rescheduled to accommodate the association’s anticipated participation in this year’s African American Heritage Parade in Harlem. Although the association was unable to complete the official registration process for participation in the parade, members nevertheless demonstrated their support and solidarity by attending the event. We are therefore pleased to welcome all members back to our general membership meeting following the summer period and several months without formal organizational activities. President Toba will present an overview of the association’s accomplishments and ongoing initiatives, as well as the proposed programs and priorities for the remainder of 2026 and the 2027 administrative year. The meeting will be an opportunity to formally establish the various committees and confirm membership participation for the new administrative year. Members are encouraged to attend, contribute their ideas, and actively participate in shaping the association’s programs and direction. Fundraising Initiative – At the recent Strategic and Development Meeting of the executive board, the president emphasized the importance of strengthening the association’s financial capacity to support and sustain programs that are provided at little or no cost to the community. As part of this effort, the association is considering the organization of a fundraising dinner on Election Day. The initiative will be coordinated under the leadership of first vice president, Ms. Carol Arthur, and second vice president, Ms. Shana Montgomery. The success of this initiative will depend significantly on the participation and support of our members. Volunteers are therefore encouraged to collaborate with the officers and planning team in developing, organizing, and successfully executing this important fundraising effort. Community Program – As part of the association’s new-year programs, a special children- and family-centered event, “Happy Fall Y’all,” will be organized under the leadership of second vice president, Ms. Shana Montgomery. The program is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, and is intended to provide a safe, engaging, and enjoyable experience for children and families within the community. Further details concerning the program will be communicated as planning progresses. Arts, Culture, and Community Outreach – Another exciting initiative being explored by the association is a group bus trip to Martha’s Vineyard, designed to promote fellowship, cultural engagement, recreation, and community bonding among members. This project will be coordinated by Ms. Cynthia Dixon, member-at-large, in collaboration with the association’s Arts and Culture Committee. The continued growth and success of the association depend on the active participation, ideas, commitment, and support of its membership. We therefore encourage everyone to attend and contribute meaningfully to the discussions and initiatives that will shape the association’s future. We look forward to seeing you at the meeting and to working together in the spirit of unity, service, and community development —Toba Adeyemi LaCrown

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