Ramsey Resident - 1999 - November/December

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16 61 I ~ I ~ I I · I · ~ I · I I I · I li! ~ I I I I I ....,.~~~ I!"..... r I I ~ I I I %1 If ~ ~ I 711 I ~ I I I ~ ~ . I II ~ ~ %1 j ~ ~ ~ SUGGESTIONS FOR A SAFE AND Dressing up in costumes and going to parties or visiting houses in the neighborhood for trick-or-treating is always fun and exciting. While doing these things, there are wise ways to ensure that everyone is safe and sound throughout the merriment. If carving pumpkins is a main Halloween activity in your home and young children want to participate, have them draw faces on the pumpkins for adults to carve. Candles are not the safest way to illuminate ajack 0' lantern, but if you us them be certain to use votive candles. Candle lit pumpkins should always be placed on a sturdy table, away from curtains and other flammable objects, as well as out of children's reach, and should never be left unattended. While trick-or-treating, children should: . Walk on sidewalks, cross streets only at comers and never between parked cars, and remove masks before crossing the street. . Carry a flashlight. . Be accompanied by an adult. . Stop only at well-lit houses or apartments and never enter the homes of strangers. . Bring candy home to be inspected before consuming it. Parents should: . Look at candy, check the wrapping carefully and toss out anything that looks suspect. Costumes should: . Have retro-reflective tape, fabric or decorative patches attached to them. . Be made of flame-retardant materials. . Not interfere with movement and not include high-heeled shoes or dangling parts that someone could trip over. . Include face paint instead of masks, if possible. Masks can obstruct vision and/or restrict breathing. . Have accessories made of cardboard and other soft and flexible materials. Motorists should: . Slow down and drive carefully. . Watch for children walking in the street or on medians and curbs. Residents should: . Make sure yards are clear of things such as ladders, hoses, dog leashes and flower pots that can trip visitors. Sweep wet leaves away from sidewalks and stoops. Have a well-lighted hl)me, both inside and out. Place something other than candles injack 0' lanterns that will be outside your home so that flames don't spread to costumes or anything else visitors may have. Consider healthy-food alternatives (prepackaged, of course) to candy, such as low-fat crackers with cheese or peanut butter filling, single-serve boxes of cereal, fruit rolls or mini boxes of raisins. Many trick-or-treaters also appreciate non-food treats, including pencils, stickers and erasers. HEALTHY START OFFERS: "Everything You Wanted to Ask Your Pediatrician But Were Afraid to Ask" A free informational session to parents will answer questions regarding the following types of issues: Sleep Routines, Developmental Concerns, Behavioral Issues, Infant Feeding, Sibling Relations and Biting. The discussions will be held by the Pediatricians of the Fridley Children's and Teenager's Medical Center. If you are interested in attending this free session sponsored by Healthy Start and Fridley Children's and Teenager's Medical Center call (612) 422-7127 or (612) 427-7120 for more information. The session will be held on November 16, 1999, from 6:30 - 7:30p.m. (no adrnittance after 6:45 p.m) at the Fridley Children's and Teenager's Medical Center, Unity Professional Building, Suite 310,500 NE Osborne Road, Fridley, MN 55432. CITY OF RAMSEY: '\ / Ramsey Resident Ramsey Municipal Center 15153 Nowthen Boulevard NW Ramsey, MN 55303 Mayor: Tom Gamec Councilmembers: Susan E. Anderson Margaret Connolly Terry Hendriksen Gerald Zimmerman City Administrator: Jim Norman 427-1410 Administrative Offices: 427 - I 4 I 0 Public Works Department: 427-8254 Parks Department: 427-8254 Police Department: 427-68 I 2 Fire Department: 427-3674 Fire and Police Emergency: 91 I TOO: 427-8591 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday 421-7615 576-1230 427-1550 427-8352 753-4387 \.. ECRWSS BULK RATE U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 13 I ANOKA, MN 55303 POSTAL CUSTOMER