2022 OP Winter Newsletter

PUBLIC SAFETY

ORLAND SQUARE MALL YOUTH SUPERVISION PROGRAM

Have you noticed more police officers around the Orland Square Mall? The Orland Park Police Department is amping up their presence for holiday shopping season. Since March of 2021, the Orland Square Mall has partnered with the Orland Park Police Department to assist in the implementation of a youth supervision program. The policy is one that mimics policies adopted by almost every other shopping mall in the region. “Orland Park is the safest mall in the Chicagoland region as it has been for many years,” said Orland Park Mayor Keith Pekau. “In the recent years, the Village collaborated with Simon Properties to ensure that it remains so and that all shoppers enjoy a safe and family-friendly experience when shopping at Orland Square Mall.” Proof of age is required for the youth or adult supervisor. Individuals who lack acceptable identification, or do not abide by Orland Square’s Youth Supervision Policy, will be asked to leave the property. Acceptable identification includes a state-issued driver’s license or ID card, a military ID, a school ID card or a passport. The identification must include a photograph and date of birth. Those without acceptable identification during the designated days and times will be denied entry. The program is in response to feedback from the community and business leaders, as the center reinforces its commitment to the community to provide a pleasant, family-friendly shopping environment.

POLICY STATES:

• Guests under age 18 are required to be accompanied by and remain with a parent or adult, age 21 or older, at all times after 3p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. • Acceptable proof of age may be required for the youth or adult. Individuals who lack acceptable identification, or do not abide by the shopping center’s Youth Supervision Policy will be asked to leave the property. • One adult may accompany up to four youths. All accompanied youth must remain with the adult at all times. • Adults are responsible for the actions of all of the youth they accompany.

Read the full policy regarding the youth supervision program, visit: orlandsquareyouthsupervision.splashthat.com

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