As autumn settles in and the crisp fall air brings a chill, it’s time to embrace the joys of Halloween. The excitement of choosing costumes, gathering candy and watching the delight on our children’s faces as they prepare for trick-or-treat night is truly special. 

Yet, as we immerse ourselves in the festivities, it’s crucial to stay vigilant about safety. At Clay Electric Co-operative, your safety is our top priority, and we want to share a few essential tips to ensure a fun and secure Halloween for everyone.

Halloween Safety Tips:

• Enhance visibility: Make costumes stand out by adding reflective materials, glow sticks or LED lights. This simple step makes sure children are easily visible to drivers.
• Supervise young trick-or-treaters: Always accompany young children while they are out. Keep them close and hold their hands to ensure their safety.
• Plan your route: Before heading out, map out your trick-or-treating route and inform someone of your plans. Stick to well-lit streets and avoid shortcuts through dark or unfamiliar areas.
• Inspect candy: Carefully check all candy and treats for any signs of tampering before consumption. Discard any items with damaged or suspicious packaging.
• Follow traffic rules: Use crosswalks and adhere to traffic signals when crossing streets. Teach children to look both ways before crossing and to avoid running into the street.

At Clay Electric Co-operative, we’re dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. Let’s work together this Halloween to keep the celebrations safe and enjoyable for everyone.

A safe Halloween is a memorable one. We hope you and your family have a fantastic, secure and joyful holiday season. Don’t forget to check the center section of this magazine for your member number — there are three hidden numbers in Clay Electric News. Spot yours and give us a call to receive $5 off your next bill! Illinois Country Living Magazine isn’t the only place to get important information from your cooperative. Find us online at www.ceci.coop or on Facebook at Facebook.com/ceci.coop for the latest news and updates from Clay Electric Cooperative.

Every month we will have three member numbers hidden throughout Clay Electric News. If you find your member number that corresponds to the one found on the upper right corner of your bill, call our office and identify your number and the page it’s on. If correct, you will win a $5 credit on your next electric bill.

Matt Conklin
CEO