Assembly Resolution No. 567

BY: M. of A. Cusick

MEMORIALIZING Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim
June 7, 2017, as Global Running Day in the State of
New York

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to acknowledge
days which promote healthy living and exercise; and

WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim June 7, 2017, as Global
Running Day in the State of New York, in conjunction with the observance
of Global Running Day; and

WHEREAS, The observance of a National Day for Running began on June
3, 2009; since its inception, the day has been held on the first
Wednesday of June; and

WHEREAS, Global Running Day is an international initiative of the
major organizations within the running industry to promote running as a
healthy, easy, and accessible form of exercise; and

WHEREAS, From New York to San Diego, London to Tokyo, Mumbai to
Prague, and every city, town and village across the globe, the day will
celebrate the benefits of running as part of a healthy and active
lifestyle aimed at combating some of today's most pressing health
issues; and

WHEREAS, Individuals from the State of New York can participate in
Global Running Day by simply getting out and running; whether it is with
a group or alone, an individual or a family, Global Running Day is the
perfect time to start fresh with new fitness goals; and

WHEREAS, It is fitting to set aside days which encourage a healthy
lifestyle for kids and seniors, and, in doing so, enhance the health and
welfare of the entire State of New York; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
memorialize Governor Andrew M. Cuomo to proclaim June 7, 2017, as Global
Running Day in the State of New York; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to The Honorable Andrew M. Cuomo, Governor of the State of
New York.