) >> someone who has worked closely on the issue and long time advocate for chinatown merchants, eddie owl. >> hi everyone. good afternoon. on behalf of the chinese chamber of commerce, i want to thank san francisco safe organization for working to create a safe environment in which our small business can thrive. the fight against extortion is extremely important. especially as lunar new year approaches. for over 20 years, will continue support this effort and educate and encourage merchants to report any attempted extortion preparing for the upcoming new year festivities. we must remain aware and work with our local police to ensure the safety of our community. thank you. (speaking chinese) (speaking chinese) come february 16th and join with us new year day. thank you. >> next, another ally in building strong connections across san francisco cultures. someone i have been grateful to collaborate with in my career in san francisco. i want to welcome chinese newcomer service director george chan. >> hello everyone. i'm george chan, the executive director of newcomer service center. thank you

) >> someone who has worked closely on the issue and long time advocate for chinatown merchants, eddie owl. >> hi everyone. good afternoon. on behalf of the chinese chamber of commerce, i want to thank san francisco safe organization for working to create a safe environment in which our small business can thrive. the fight against extortion is extremely important. especially as lunar new year approaches. for over 20 years, will continue support this effort and educate and encourage merchants to report any attempted extortion preparing for the upcoming new year festivities. we must remain aware and work with our local police to ensure the safety of our community. thank you. (speaking chinese) (speaking chinese)