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K 499

Commending the NYPD Asian Jade Society upon the occasion of its 45th Anniversary and recognizing its outstanding service to the City and State of New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Lester Chang

Ceremonial City Council resolution commends the NYPD Asian Jade Society on its 45th anniversary for outstanding service, boosting goodwill with no fiscal impact.

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Bill Summary · K 499

Summary of Bill K 499

K 499 is a City Council resolution that commends the NYPD Asian Jade Society on the occasion of its 45th anniversary and recognizes its outstanding service to the City and State of New York. The measure is currently classified as adopted.

Purpose and Intent

  • To publicly honor the NYPD Asian Jade Society for four and a half decades of community engagement and service.
  • To acknowledge the organization’s contributions to the City and State of New York and to express appreciation from the Council and the public.

Key Provisions

  • The resolution declares commendation of the NYPD Asian Jade Society on its 45th anniversary.
  • The resolution recognizes the organization’s “outstanding service” to the City and State of New York.
  • As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create or alter laws, authorize spending, or impose new obligations on government entities or individuals.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Primary beneficiaries: Members and activities of the NYPD Asian Jade Society, and the broader community that benefits from the organization’s work.
  • The public and City/NYPD-community relations receive a symbolic acknowledgment, which can bolster goodwill and community trust.
  • No fiscal impact or regulatory changes are attached to this resolution.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: May 14, 2025.
  • Adopted: May 14, 2025 (same day as introduction in this case).
  • Sponsor: Lester Chang (primary sponsor).
  • Status: ADOPTED, meaning the measure has received official approval by the legislative body and is a ceremonial acknowledgment.

Additional Context

  • As a resolution, K 499 functions as a formal gesture of recognition rather than a policy or statutory change.
  • The primary purpose is to publicly celebrate a community organization and highlight its long-standing service to New Yorkers.

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Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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