This is a reminder that on behalf of the City of Grayson Emergency Management, Grayson Police Department, and the Grayson Chamber of Commerce, concerns have been raised about a safety issue during parades in the city. The traditional throwing of candy from floats and other parade vehicles has escalated into a major concern. Children (and even some adults) are running in front of parade vehicles to retrieve thrown candy putting lives at risk. There have already been children injured by flying candy. It is only a matter of time before someone gets seriously injured. Therefore, no throwing of candy will be allowed from any float or vehicle. Any candy, shirts, advertisements, water or other materials are to be handed out by walkers representing parade participants directly to parade spectators.
Additionally, barricades and yellow tape will line both sides of the parade route and spectators are to stay behind the barriers. The soul intent of both of these changes is to protect the public and prevent unwanted injuries. We thank everyone in advance for their cooperation.
Sincerely,
Roger Dunfee, Grayson Emergency Management
