An attempt is being made to bring back a safe environment for kids to be able to enjoy Halloween on Oct. 31.
A “safe-walk” block party is being planned for 107th and 108th Streets between 8th and 10th Avenue. It is to run between 4 and 7 p.m.
Both streets will be blocked off, providing a safe place for kids to go trick or treating.
According to John Nabe, who organized the efforts, this is being done with the idea to “give Halloween back to the kids, the way that it should be.”
The idea is to make block free of safety hazards such as used needles.
Nabe said relatives who live in the area reported used needles were found in their backyard.
Connaught School will be holding traditional Halloween games in their gymnasium, as well.
He said it was easy to get the permit from City Hall and officials there were on board right away. The Community Safety Officers were also happy to hear about the plans. They will be patrolling and providing security for the residents in that area during that time.
The hope is it might become an annual event, if successful this time out.
