OCTOBER 24, 2007

Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land today announced that branch offices in Detroit, Hamtramck and Highland Park are continuing their support of the annual Angels' Night campaign by promoting the need for volunteers.

The Angels' Night initiative runs Oct. 29 - 31. It involves volunteers who patrol Detroit streets, turn on porch lights and keep an eye on neighborhoods to protect the city during Halloween. The Department of State has assisted the city in promoting Angels' Night throughout Land's tenure.

"We're pleased to lend a hand in this worthwhile effort," Land said. "Our employees who live and work in the area appreciate the chance to help get the message out. The continuing success of Angels' Night demonstrates the power of an active, aware community as well as the value of a local-state partnership. I applaud everyone involved in the campaign as we work together to keep Detroit safe this Halloween."

Branch offices are providing information for residents interested in learning about the campaign or volunteering. They are displaying posters and also have cards for prospective volunteers to fill out, as well newsletters with Angles' Night articles.

"The continued support of our Angels' Night campaign by Secretary Land and the employees at our local Secretary of State offices is greatly appreciated," said Detroit Mayor Kwame Kilpatrick. "The participation of everyone in our community has made Angels' Night the largest and most successful volunteer campaign in the country."

People can participate by adopting vacant buildings to help prevent arson, working with organizations to patrol neighborhoods and turning on porch lights to deter destructive behavior. Residents are encouraged to call 911 to report anything irregular.

Call the Angels' Night Volunteer Office at (313) 224-4415 for more information about volunteering or the campaign.