Supervisor Frank P. Petrone speaks to members of the committee organizing Huntington Station’s “Unity in the Community Day.”

            Huntington Station, NY -- A spirited group of community leaders met last Saturday to begin planning for Huntington Station's  "Unity in the Community Day" Oct. 2, 2010, including a parade, speeches, a carnival and other activities.

            Spurred by remarks from Supervisor Frank P. Petrone, the committee, chaired by Huntington Station Enrichment Center director Dolores Thompson and community activist Al White, discussed a possible parade route and activities at the end of the route that would continue throughout the day. The committee -- composed of representatives from community groups, businesses, local churches and elected officials -- also considered potential honorees and keynote speakers before forming subcommittees to explore issues such as food, music, safety, vendors and sponsors. Supervisor Petrone pledged the Town's full support for the event.

            "Unity in the Community Day" is an outgrowth of recommendations by the Huntington Station Action Coalition's Community Organization/Civic Group Development subcommittee. In the report it issued in March, the Action Coalition recommended development of a public awareness campaign to inform the public about community activities and to instill civic pride.

            The committee will hold its next meeting June 19.