It didn't take the tragic events on 9/11 for Suffolk County to provide security for its residents, but Legis. John Kennedy Jr., R-Nesconset, said it forced local government to be more proactive in security measures – which has not changed 10 years later.
"It's changed the level of commitment we at the county level must have in order to be ever-vigilant and keep our 1.5 million residents safe," Kennedy said.
Leading up to the 10th anniversary of 9/11, , assisting the 9/11 Park Committee and the FealGood Foundation.