Montgomery seeking nominations in Halloween display contest

The Montgomery Beautification Committee is hosting its annual Halloween display contest to recognize homes and businesses for outstanding Halloween decorations.

Residents can nominate their property or someone else’s by submitting the address online at montgomeryil.org or by emailing rmason@montgomeryil.org. Nominations are open through Sunday, Oct. 22.

“We have seen an increase in participation and Halloween decorations in the village over the last few years; we have some residents that take their fall and Halloween displays to the next level,” Dan Gier, village trustee and chair of the Beautification Committee said in a news release. “Our community realizes the fun in driving around to see the fun displays and decorations.”

Committee members will visit the nominees’ addresses the night of Oct. 25 to judge and award the displays. Residents are encouraged to ensure their lights are on by 5 p.m. that evening.

Addresses of the homes awarded will be available online after judging is complete for those in the community who wish to drive around to see the community’s creativity. Gier said, “We have residents that put a lot of time and creativity into their decorations, and we want to recognize those that do their part in making Montgomery an awesome place to live.”