Local pastors group thanks council and urges Haitian Flag Day recognition

During the public comment period, the president of the Homestead Pastors Association spoke in favor of Homestead's acknowledgment and celebration of Haitian Flag Day.

The speaker described the recognition as an affirmation of freedom, resilience and civic inclusion and urged continued partnership between faith-based leaders and city government. "The celebration of Haitian Flag Day is not merely an act of cultural commemoration. It is a profound affirmation of freedom, resilience, and unity," the speaker said and asked the mayor and council to support collaborative programming.

The comment was part of the meeting's public-comment section and did not by itself change any city policy; the speaker expressed appreciation to Mayor Lawson and council members and encouraged continued collaboration on events to strengthen inclusion within the community.