Hundreds of people gathered along Broadway to watch the 2015 Hometown Christmas Parade Saturday (Dec. 5). The weather was beautiful and a larger-than-usual crowd cheered the floats, marching bands and of course, Santa Claus, who arrived in his sleigh.
A contest was held and city officials recognized floats for their originality and creativity. In addition, one float received a “People’s Choice” award that was decided via input from residents on the city’s Facebook page. The parade was organized and sponsored by the City of Pearland and the Pearland Parks and Recreation Department.
The float created by Girl Scout Troop 21305 was recognized as the best overall float.
The runner-up for the best overall float award was given to a float created by Epiphany Lutheran Church. An award for the best use of this year’s parade there, Candy-Coated Christmas was given to Girl Scout Troop 27574. A float created by Alvin Community College won an award for the best use of lights.
The People’s Choice award went to a float created by Girl Scout Troop 21305.
The City of Pearland Fire Department would like to remind residents that open burning and the use of fireworks are strictly prohibited within the city limits of Pearland and surrounding Extraterritorial Jurisdiction, which includes all areas normally serviced by the Pearland Fire Department. The use of prohibited fireworks and open burning in these areas is a Class C misdemeanor carrying a fine up
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