Title/Name/Summary
Trick or Treat Guidelines
History
Per Section 8-5-3-3 of the Village code, Halloween trick or treating is permitted only on October 31 of each calendar year between the following hours:
• If October 31 is a Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday, from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• If October 31 is a Friday or Saturday, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
This year, due to COVID-19, the Village has prepared a plan to accommodate a safe Halloween experience for both participants and non-participants.
The following are the proposed recommendations to be utilized during this years' celebrations.
1. If you would like to refrain from passing out candy this year, The Village has created a specific sign that can be hung on your front door or in a front window, that will signify that you are not welcoming Trick or Treaters to ring your doorbell. This sign can be picked up at Village Hall during normal business hours, or you can print your own by visiting and downloading directly from the Village website. We ask that Trick or Treaters respect the sign postings and the wishes of those homeowners by bypassing any residence where such a sign is posted.
2. We ask that Trick or Treaters, as well as homeowners, consider wearing an appropriate COVID-19 mask when interacting with each other.
3. Please do not leave bowls of candy outside for multiple people to put their hands in.
4. The Cook County Health Department is very concerned about large gatherings taking place. Please consider this when making your plans.
5. For those seeking a non-contact activity, the Recreation and Parks Department are sponsoring a Halloween House decorating contest. All displays will be judged and photographed on Monday, Oct. 26 at dusk. Two prizes will be awarded - Best Overall and People's Choice (voted by the most "likes" on social media the week of Oct. 27-29). The winners will also be awarded a sign to proudly display in their front yard! Winners will be announced on Oct. 30. Registration deadline is Friday, Oct. 16.
Financial Impact
None
Recommended Action/Motion
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