On Sunday, Oct. 17, at 4 p.m., on the corner of Holland Avenue and Jericho Turnpike, dignitaries, the village board, the Floral Park Fire Department and representatives of Columbia Presbyterian Emergency Medical Services will gather to dedicate the first block of Holland Avenue to Lieutenant Keith G. Fairben, who lost his life during September 11, 2001. His parents, Ken and Diane Fairben, will unveil a memorial sign with his name on it.

"Keith was a valued member of the Floral Park Fire Department and served our community with enthusiasm, competency and a gentle, caring spirit," Mayor Ann Corbett said during a recent board of trustees meeting. "His emergency medical skills helped many local adults and children when they were in need of medical emergency aid."