Wow! Smith comes off really bad in this article. I suggest Zilka doesn't play follow the leader with this guy.

It's so good to know that the city officials in Avon and Avon Lake don't care about the safety of their littlest residents. Guess they figure they can't vote, so why bother to do something smart. Just remember, those little ones who will be out in the pouring rain and wind on Wednesday have parents who will be in the voting booths the following Tuesday!

Way to go Mayor Smith! You think that changing Trick or Treat to keep our kid's safe can be compared to changing it to accommodate a high school football game years ago? I agree that parents have a choice to send or not send their kids trick or treating, but you have a choice as well Mayor Smith. It's disappointing to know that you lack ability to make a wise and safe choice. Happy Halloween!

Really does seem to be an asshat.. I'll own it.

Avon Lakers, please share this article so everyone in town knows the updated status of trick-or-treating (and you can stop calling/emailing City Hall).

Seriously what is the difference if the date is changed. These other cities are changing it to Sunday. It is a special night for the kids, why send them in this weather. Very disappointed in the city.

Just to be clear (I know these similar sounding city names make it tricky...) Avon Lake has changed. New trick or treat date is Sunday, Nov. 4 from 5-6:30 p.m. Avon has not changed the time as of Monday 4:30 p.m.

Do u really want to follow in cleveland footsteps. Poor choice mayor smith

Obviously Mayor Zilka and others realize that there are parents who are either not smart enough or strong enough to tell their children they can't go Trick or Treating in unsafe weather. So by taking that decision out of those parent's hands, they are taking the best step to prevent some unforseen tragedy. Good to know that the Mayors of our neighboring towns are smart enough to put SAFETY first. Makes me sad to think Jim Smith doesn't possess that same level of common sense!

I am amazed that the mayor is taking this stance. Safety is more important than anything else and knowing the unpredictability of Sandy, it seems better sage than sorry should apply. This does not show very much thought for our children. No matter how this turns out, I will have to think about whether I want a mayor that does not put my children's safety first and foremost. Bad decision Mr. Mayor.

I am amazed that the mayor is taking this stance. Safety is more important than anything else and knowing the unpredictability of Sandy, it seems better safe than sorry should apply. This does not show very much thought for our children. No matter how this turns out, I will have to think about whether I want a mayor that does not put my children's safety first and foremost. Bad decision Mr. Mayor.

I am shocked that the mayor would take this stance. Safety for the children is the most important thing in all of this. His comments make him sound very full of himself. My children are the most important thing for me to consider and I would think that the mayor would be of the same mind. Better safe than sorry. Nothing to lose and everything to gain if he is wrong about Sandy. Why should the children have to suffer because of a headstrong mayor that hasn't learned when to admit he made a BAD decision. I am sorry you feel like this Mr. Mayor.

Mayor Smith, your stance in this article is terribly saddening and demonstrates yet again that your decision-making is not done in the best interest of Avon citizens. Most families won't be upset with a rescheduled trIck-or-treat time if it keeps our kids safe! I truly hope you will reconsider your stance on this.

I am so glad Abon Lake has the mayor we have. If I was an Avon resident and Smith was up for re-election I wouldn't vote for him. He is forgetting the parents of these children put him in office and they can take him out. Trick-or-Treat has been done in the communities for years. Bah humbug Smith. Thank you Mayor Zilka for putting the safety of our children first.

I can't believe all the towns around Avon have postponed trick or treating until Sunday and Avon hasn't. Mr. Mayor Smith is unbelievable and I am saddened that he will not consider the safety of our children. It is different when the weather is just a little rain or snow, but a hurricane should be considered differently. I would like to know if he plans to go outside Wednesday night. I think myself and my son will go over to Avon Lake on Sunday and enjoy Halloween!

Mayor Smith, shame on you. It is a holiday for children and their safety should come first. How many other cities have moved the date? At least 20 and counting This is not an ordinary rain and it doesn't call for ordinary measures. Why not use some common sense and just change the date. Keep our kids safe and let them still be able to enjoy Halloween.

Just changed to Sunday, 5-6:30. http://www.cityofavon.com/

This is so dumb. Easiest decision of all time. Why take the risk? Yes, the winds may die down, but the forecast for the weekend is much better. Mayor Smith, you think the decision to delay under these circumstances would not be well received? Are you daft? This is a complete no brainer. Postpone until Sunday night. As others have said, this is a big deal for kids. I dont want to have to have a discussion with my 10 year old on Wednesday: "Well dear, get used to it, life is full of disappointment...". Just change the date.