On February 15, 2007, the 5th Precinct Annual Chinese New Year Party was held in the Golden Bridge Restaurant.  A group of us from the New York Yee Fong Toy Association had the pleasure of attending this event.  Unlike past events, this year, the 5^th Precinct has a new Commanding Officer, Deputy Inspector Gin Yuen Yee.  As an attendee, it was truly an honor to have the Yee surname.  President Kenneth and I also had the opportunity to meet NYPD Commissioner Raymond Kelly.  It was Gin Yee who made this possible.  We also want to thank our host, the 5^th Precinct Auxiliary Police Unit under the leadership of Auxiliary Deputy Chief Shuck Seid, for making our group feel so welcomed at this event.

 

Shuck kicked off the celebrations by welcoming and wishing everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year.  There were many community leaders, dignitaries, past Commanding Officers of 5^th Precinct and VIPs in attendance.  Notable ones were Commissioner Raymond Kelly, Ambassador Andrew Hsia of the Chinese Culture Center of T.E.C.O. in NY, and CCBA President Eric Ng.  They all gave congratulatory speeches.  Afterwards, Shuck proceeded to award Certificate of Appreciations to a group of organizations for their continued support.  President Kenneth graciously accepted this unexpected honor for our association.  Monetary support is very important for the operation of this Auxiliary Unit.  During this event, raffle tickets were sold to raise funds.  Many prizes were given to the raffle winners.  I, for one, was lucky enough to hold the ticket for an IPOD shuffle.  After all, this was one very memorable evening with good food, entertainment and company.

 

Recognition for supporters as well as the organization receiving support is very important.  We wish continued success for the 5^th Precinct Auxiliary Police Unit and Deputy Inspector Gin Yee.  We all need a little “CPR”, courtesy, professionalism and respect - the motto of NYPD.  By working together, we can build a better, brighter tomorrow for all.

 

By Frank Yee