Despite security concerns, businesses and visitors are preparing for colorful celebrations. Along South Wentworth Ave., one can see traditional decorations in preparation for the annual parade, which will usher in the Year of the Rabbit.
Ald. Nicole Lee said a top priority has been putting together a security plan.“After talking to the police superintendent, the police commanders and the city services, we know that everybody is on high alert,” Lee said. “We don’t want anything to happen, but we absolutely have to be prepared for the worst and the best, and I think the best way to combat this sort of hate and gun violence is to gather together and be together.
“Everything starts from the beginning, and we wish that the new year is going to be different from the last year,” visitor Duong Manhcuong said. “There’s going to be more wealth, more health and more money.”“This Lunar New year, especially, is very exciting for me,” Lee said. “I think it will be a really wonderful feeling to be marching in the parade — in a parade I’ve watched my entire life growing up in the community. To be able to march in it as its representative is going to be amazing.
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