It’s no secret that there are many talented individuals in the New York Yee Fong Toy Association. Quite often these individuals shy away from publicity but sometimes it’s unavoidable. On February 11, 2007 we had the honor of having Deputy Inspector Gin Yuen Yee and his family come up to our hall to pay homage to Ah Goong. They also had a roast pig delivered. To his surprise, Deputy Inspector Yee was greeted by over 100 well wishers. Gin Yuen will be the new police commander of the Fifth precinct in Chinatown on February 15^th. His NYPD career started in 1980. Gin advanced to be Sergeant, then Lieutenant and finally Deputy Inspector for the Emergency Service Unit. With his 27 years of service, we are confident that he can lead the precinct and deal with the various Chinatown issues. Deputy Inspector Yee succeeds Deputy Inspector Michael Lau who retired at end of January.

Many community leaders, cousins from the Mah and Tse associations joined members and family for this ceremony. Not often do we have so many fill our hall to standing room. After the customary rituals, President Kenneth Yee spoke briefly to introduce Deputy Inspector Gin Yuen Yee. Gin Yuen also spoke briefly to thank everyone for coming and for their well wishes. CCBA President Eric Ng, Grand Elder Wai Hing Yu and Lin Sing Association President Justin Yu then gave congratulatory speeches. Vice President Gong Sum then delivered a few words of thanks for the guest.

Deputy Inspector Yee handled the limelight as expected. Dealing with all the reporters’ questions and photo opportunities can be daunting. Finally Gin and his wife Miriam had some time to enjoy the buffet luncheon given in their honor. Due to short notice, many missed this event. Congratulate Deputy Inspector Yee at our Spring Banquet on March 10th.