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J3907Senate2017-2018 SessionResolution

Honor Body By Denise

Official title

“Honoring Body By Denise upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition by Community Youth Care Services on March 10, 2018”

Sponsor Leroy ComrieSD-14
Status
Adopted
Impact
1/10
Minimal
Outcome
Adopted

What's happening

This resolution honors Body By Denise and its founder Denise Warren for their 31 years of community fitness service.

Why it matters

  1. Highlights the long-term impact of local, community-driven fitness initiatives. By recognizing a 31-year legacy, the resolution underscores how sustained neighborhood programs can support public health and foster community cohesion over generations.

  2. Emphasizes the role of women leaders in community wellness. Denise Warren’s leadership is celebrated, reinforcing the importance of women entrepreneurs and mentors in driving health and fitness movements, especially in diverse urban settings.

  3. Spotlights efforts to combat childhood obesity with free youth programs. The resolution draws attention to the significance of accessible fitness education for children, showcasing a proactive approach to addressing major health challenges among youth.

  4. Affirms the value of inclusive, grassroots organizations in expanding health resources. By serving participants from across New York City and surrounding counties, Body By Denise is recognized as a model for how local organizations can reach broad and diverse populations, filling gaps that larger systems may overlook.

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Honor Body By Denise

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Sponsors

Primary sponsor
Leroy Comrie

Senator · Senate District 14

No co-sponsors yet.

History

  1. Adopted
  2. Reported to calendar for consideration
  3. Referred to finance

Full text

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Senate Resolution No. 3907 BY: Senator COMRIE HONORING Body By Denise upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition by Community Youth Care Services on March 10, 2018, in conjunction with the celebration of its 31st Anniversary WHEREAS, It is… Show all

Senate Resolution No. 3907 BY: Senator COMRIE HONORING Body By Denise upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition by Community Youth Care Services on March 10, 2018, in conjunction with the celebration of its 31st Anniversary WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that the quality of life of the citizens of the State of New York is greatly enriched by its exceptional cultural, educational and recreational institutions; these institutions give positive definition to the profile and disposition of the communities of the State of New York and profoundly strengthen our society with their commitment; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor Body By Denise upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition by Community Youth Care Services on Saturday, March 10,

2018, at PS 176, Queens, New York, in conjunction with the celebration of its 31st Anniversary; and WHEREAS, Body by Denise was founded by Denise Warren in 1987, with a small group of participants in the Rochdale Village community rooms in Queens, New York;… Show all

2018, at PS 176, Queens, New York, in conjunction with the celebration of its 31st Anniversary; and WHEREAS, Body by Denise was founded by Denise Warren in 1987, with a small group of participants in the Rochdale Village community rooms in Queens, New York; and WHEREAS, Today, due to its popularity and ever expanding membership, Body By Denise is currently operating in our community schools; and WHEREAS, Body by Denise is an intense, yet fun-filled, group fitness class that services well over 350 men and women from the five boroughs of New York, as well as Nassau, Suffolk, and Westchester counties; and WHEREAS, Under the luminous direction of Denise Warren, Body By Denise has helped over 200 people lose 100-300 pounds each, and countless others reach similar health and fitness goals; and WHEREAS, Additionally, this extraordinary woman began teaching free classes specifically for children in an effort to end the epidemic of childhood obesity by teaching them about exercise, fitness and wellness; and WHEREAS, Over its distinguished 31-year history, Body By Denise has demonstrated continuous service to the residents and communities which it serves; and WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body that when individuals and businesses of such noble aims and accomplishments are brought to our attention, they should be celebrated and recognized by all the citizens of this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to honor Body By Denise upon the occasion of its designation for special recognition by Community Youth Care Services on March 10, 2018, in conjunction with the celebration of its 31st Anniversary; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Denise Warren, Body By Denise, Queens, New York.

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