The Huffy has semi-horizontal drops but if I remember correctly, the Trek has vertical.

The main use for the bike would be for running errands and just cruising around with the wife. I don't want to put so much wear/tear on my road bike and keep it in shape for my morning rides. I also think the wife would like me on a SS when I'm with her so I don't have the temptation to ride fast and leave her a quarter mile behind me.