FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
April 20, 2002

GOVERNOR CELEBRATES EARTH DAY: $1.1 MILLION FOR LONG ISLAND
Builds on Historic Commitment to Long Island Parks, Recreation and Preservation

In celebration of Earth Day, Governor George E. Pataki today announced more than $1.1 million for eight projects in Nassau and Suffolk...

...The remaining seven projects announced today for Nassau and Suffolk counties include the rehabilitation of existing boat launching ramps at another village park, the construction of piers to accommodate fishing and crabbing activities, and interior and exterior restorations to landmark structures, including an historic lighthouse in Suffolk County...


...SUFFOLK COUNTY

Save Huntington's Lighthouse, Huntington Harbor Lighthouse, $25,000
Save Huntington's Lighthouse Inc. was formed in 1985 by concerned citizens to prevent the razing of the Lloyd Harbor Light Station. The Huntington Harbor Lighthouse is now structurally sound and accessible for limited
visits by the public. Site improvements are needed to facilitate visits by the public, including installation of a float and ramp to the fixed dock at the Lighthouse...

http://www.state.ny.us/governor/press/year02/april20_1_02.htm