Halloween Activities, Safety Tips
October 27, 2009
Halloween Activities, Safety Tips
The Village of Arlington Heights does not establish a special date and time for “Trick or Treating” in the Village. Halloween is on Saturday, October 31, and children are advised to go for Trick or Treating during the late afternoon hours and to visit only the homes with outdoor lights on.
Halloween is a fun time of year but it is important to keep safety in mind.
Below are some tips from the Arlington Heights Police Department on how to have a safe and enjoyable Halloween.
• Younger ‘trick or treaters’ should always be accompanied by an adult. Establish neighborhood boundaries and a curfew for older family members.
• Inspect all treats before eating them.
• Costumes should be flame resistant, made of bright or reflective material that does not impede the child’s ability to walk.
• Cross a street at the corner, preferably in a marked crosswalk. Use a flashlight to increase visibility.
• Unfortunately, some interpret Halloween as a night of mischief. Parents are asked to review acceptable behavior with their children. Know the route your children are taking.
Other Halloween Activities
The annual Downtown Trick or Treat event will be held on Friday, October 30, from 3- 6 p.m. at participating stores in the Downtown area. Children are encouraged to dress in their costumes for the event. Children should be accompanied by an adult.
Have a Safe and Happy Halloween
From The Steve With Steve Team
Tax Credit May Be Extended
October 12, 2009
There has been a push in the House to get the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit extended, as well as expanded. Last week the House passed a bill extending the $8,000 tax credit into next year for military, diplomatic and intelligence workers who have been working overseas. This bill’s passage leaves many hopeful that an extension for regular first time home buyers will pass as well. Much of the increase of real estate sales has been attributed to the Tax Credit.
There is a strong sentiment to extend the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit because the real estate market is not seen as completely stable yet. The hope is that if the tax credit is extended then real estate sales will continue to improve. If the credit gets opened up to include all home buyers, as some would hope, then real estate sales volume is expected to pick up quite a bit.
For the latest from Realty Times regarding the tax credit click here.
