Paris, Tenn.–Paris Police Chief Chuck Elizondo has issued his annual reminders for the public planning to attend Friday’s Grand Parade for the World’s Biggest Fish Fry.
As before, the parade route begins at the East Wood Church of Christ and moves down East Wood Street to the Henry County Fairgrounds. The parade begins at 10 a.m.
As in previous years, backpacks will be checked along the parade route. No pets allowed.
Here is the complete list of reminders and regulations for the parade:
· Parking is allowed on the South side of the parade route from Tyson Ave. to Fairgrounds Rd. at midnight.
· Make sure private drives and intersections are kept clear.
· Leave cell phone number on the vehicle dash in case of illegal parking. We will call before we tow.
· No bikes, ATV’s, skateboards, skates, mini bikes on route unless part of the parade or authorized i.e. Jaycees, EMS, Rescue Squad and Law Enforcement.
· No pets of any kind on the route unless part of the parade.
· No candy is allowed to be thrown from parade entrants but may be carried to the spectators.
· No poppers are to be sold or thrown on the parade route.
· When the parade ends, make sure all vehicles are moved. If left unattended in a traffic lane, they will be towed.
· Vendors must have a permit to sell on the parade route.
· Backpacks will be checked for content on the route.
· Parade entrants must be in possession of a valid Driver’s License
· Handicap parking will be provided on a first come basis at Walkers Pre-Owned Vehicles, 1122 E. Wood St. Handicap placard is required.