Honoring James "Jimmy O" O'Pharrow posthumously upon the occasion of the co-renaming of Hornell Loop in Brooklyn, New York, in recognition of his contributions to his community and the sport of boxing

Assembly Resolution No. 1564

BY: M. of A. O'Pharrow

        HONORING  James  "Jimmy  O" O'Pharrow posthumously
        upon the occasion of the co-renaming of Hornell Loop
        in  Brooklyn,  New  York,  in  recognition  of   his
        contributions  to  his  community  and  the sport of
        boxing

  WHEREAS, From time to time, this  Legislative  Body  takes  note  of
certain  extraordinary  individuals  it  wishes  to  recognize for their
valued contributions to the success and progress  of  society,  publicly
acknowledging  their  noble  endeavors  which  have  enhanced  the basic
humanity among us all; and

  WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and  in  full  accord  with  its
long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to honor
James  "Jimmy  O"  O'Pharrow  posthumously  upon  the  occasion  of  the
co-renaming of Hornell Loop in Brooklyn, New York, in recognition of his
contributions to his community and the sport of boxing; a  commemorative
event  was  held  on  Friday,  May  22, 2026, at Pennsylvania Avenue and
Hornell Loop; and

  WHEREAS, James O'Pharrow, affectionately known as "Jimmy O" to many,
was the founder of Starrett City Boxing Club in Brooklyn, New York; and

  WHEREAS, Starrett City Boxing frequently works with young people who
aspire to be professional fighters, as well as those who simply want  to
stay  fit  and  learn  about  boxing,  offering training not only in the
sport, but also in life skills; and

  WHEREAS, The  boxing  club  is  highly  regarded  for  training  and
mentoring  young  boxers,  providing  both  athletic  training  and life
guidance in an environment that aims to promote discipline and community
engagement; and

  WHEREAS, James O'Pharrow always worked diligently and  with  passion
to shape the character of his fighters, instilling in them strong values
which guide them both inside and outside the boxing ring; and

  WHEREAS,  Starrett  City Boxing is situated between the Spring Creek
Towers and has become a well-known institution which has  shaped  boxing
culture in the local community and beyond for many years; and

  WHEREAS,  James O'Pharrow, a mentor with great vision, guided by the
principles of respect, resilience, and purpose, saw the sport of  boxing
as  a  way to provide structure, discipline, and focus to at-risk youth,
helping them stay off the streets and away from negative influences; and

  WHEREAS, Despite the myriad challenges that community-based programs
experience, James O'Pharrow consistently persevered as a result  of  his
unwavering  dedication, resilience, foresight, and strength for the club
and the residents of Brooklyn and beyond; and

  WHEREAS, James O'Pharrow distinguished himself in his profession and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of

his community, justly meriting the recognition of this Legislative  Body
and the residents of the Empire State; now, therefore, be it

  RESOLVED,  That  this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor James "Jimmy O" O'Pharrow posthumously upon the  occasion  of  the
co-renaming of Hornell Loop in Brooklyn, New York, in recognition of his
contributions  to  his  community  and  the  sport  of boxing; and be it
further

  RESOLVED, That a copy of this  Resolution,  suitably  engrossed,  be
transmitted to the family of James "Jimmy O" O'Pharrow.