The Suffolk County Asian Jade Society will honor several individuals for their support of law enforcement and community engagement at its Lunar New Year Banquet on March 5, 2026, at The Hamlet Golf and Country Club.
Among those being recognized is attorney Gregory Caggiano, Esq., founding partner of Miller & Caggiano, LLP, which maintains offices in Bohemia and Garden City.
Other honorees include New York State Senator Monica R. Martinez; Suffolk County Legislator James Mazzarella; President of the Suffolk County Superior Officers Association James M. Gruenfelder; and the late Dr. Ahmed Elkoulily.
Asian Jade is the oldest and largest Asian American law enforcement organization on Long Island.
“Our goal is to connect law enforcement with Asian Americans,” said Thomas Joy, the organization’s vice president and co-founder. “The Asian community spans from the Turkish Bosphorus to Hawaii. It’s a broad and diverse umbrella, and we aim to build bridges within that community.”
The annual event celebrates the Lunar New Year, which in 2026 marks the Year of the Fire Horse.
“We couldn’t do our job without the help of the public and those who support our organization,” Joy said. “We’re grateful for the individuals who contribute to the causes we champion.”
Joy said Mr. Caggiano and his firm have consistently supported both injured officers and community initiatives backed by the organization.
Each honoree has assisted the organization’s membership and the broader community in meaningful ways.
Martinez was instrumental in advancing legislation that reduces property taxes by 50 percent for surviving spouses of officers killed in the line of duty. Mazzarella, a longtime union member and leader, has been a strong supporter of law enforcement in Suffolk County. Gruenfelder has played a key role in negotiating compensation, retirement, and benefits for police officers. Elkoulily, who died in 2025, is being honored posthumously for his longstanding commitment to supporting officers on Long Island and in Queens.