CLEARLAKE – For the third year in a row, the city of Clearlake will distribute candy and treats to local children at City Hall as a safe alternative to trick-or-treating in unknown neighborhoods.

City Council members and staff will decorate City Hall and dress in costume to welcome children.

Every child also will receive a reflective trick or treat bag with an anti-drug message.

This year the city is are asking local businesses to help by donating supplies and treats, if possible.

They are looking for donations of bags of Halloween candy, cookies and/or cupcakes, punch, cups, napkins, etc.

The city is partnering with Konocti Unified School District to announce the event, and several hundred children are expected to attend.

If anyone is interested in helping in our endeavor to provide a safe Halloween for our community's kids, or would like more information, please contact City Clerk Melissa Swanson at Clearlake City Hall, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., telephone 994-8201, Extension 106.

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