Master of Ceremonies for the evening was Deputy Island Administrator Jack Thompson. Also in attendance were MP Robert Sweeting, Island Administrator Everette Hart and Chief Councillor Mike Malone.

The national anthem was beautifully sung by Police Corporal Gaynell Hanna and Police Reservist Ossie Parker added a few lovely songs to those of Gladstone McEwan, whose professional repertoire impressed many of the guests.

Head of the Abaco Police Department ASP George Mortimer introduced the Deputy Commissioner as a man who had come from humble beginnings and passed through the ranks to his present high position. DCP Farquharson congratulated the officers on Abaco for a job well done during the past year, noting that they had not always had all the resources they needed. He particularly congratulated Abaco for its strong contingent of Police Reserve Officers.

Nationwide, said the Deputy Commissioner, crime was still on the increase, particularly in the use of firearms and drug trafficking. He urged the public at large to support the Force in its efforts by assisting in police investigations and reporting any information they may have. DCP Farquharson concluded by exhorting members of the Abaco Police Department to continue their tradition of loyalty, honesty and good conduct.

Certificates of Appreciation were presented by the Department to individuals who had been supportive during the past year. Attendees enjoyed a meal of steak and grouper prepared by Executive Chef Dietmar Uiberreiter, followed by Italian cheesecake. There were several major functions on the island that same evening, consequently attendance at the Police Ball was lower than in previous years.