FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PA State Representative
Kenyatta Johnson
State Rep. Kenyatta Johnson
D-Philadelphia
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House Adopts Resolution Honoring Group That Unites Police And Residents
HARRISBURG, June 30 – The state House today adopted a resolution (H.R. 346) authored by state Rep. Kenyatta Johnson, D-Phila., honoring the 17th District Imperial Dance Squad for their dedication to the community of South Philadelphia and their efforts to strengthen the bonds of trust between the Philadelphia Police Department and South Philadelphia residents.
"Over the years, the relationship between Philadelphia police officers and young people has deteriorated and trust has been lost," Johnson said. "The 17th District Imperial Dance Squad is helping to build up this trust again so the two groups, youths and police, can interact positively in our city."
Two Philadelphia police officers, Sharon Bailey and Frank Holmes, developed the dance team in an effort to unite police officers and young adults in a positive manner to build relationships. The group, comprised of 21 dancers, has performed at numerous events throughout South Philadelphia, most notably during a Philadelphia 76ers game where they raised funds for the Philadelphia Police Department's Fallen Officer Fund.
