Utah Man Ordered To Take ‘Risqué’ Halloween Display Off Street Sign, So He Makes A Bigger One In His Yard

Malicious compliance is always entertaining, and here's a Halloween-themed case where a creative resident was instructed by city officials to remove his "risqué" decorations from a nearby street sign, or face the consequences.

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It's hardly a shock that the city of Grantsville, Utah, didn't see the humor in Christopher Fujishin's decision to fasten an upside-down dancing skeleton to the sign's pole, along with a group of skeletons seated in lawn chairs holding dollar bills. 

In a Facebook post that has since been removed, city officials cautioned him to take down the exhibit, or the city would take care of it on his behalf.

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“Displays like this are not acceptable as it is against city code to attach anything to a street sign,” the post stated.

Fujishin, removed the display as requested, but he promptly reinstated it in his front yard on a larger and more elaborate scale. This revamped version boasts flashing lights and music, along with extra decorations contributed by neighbors who found the pole-dancing skeleton to be harmless and enjoyable.

Additionally, two employees from a nearby diner, interviewed by local news, expressed their intention to contribute to the display's "dancer fund" after completing their shift.

“We’re going to go tip them when we leave,” said Carrie Sly. “We know what its like to work for tips.”

“I think it brings a lot of good humor that we need to a small town,” said the other worker.

Several individuals who commented on the city's Facebook post expressed their reservations about the display, arguing that it failed to impart good "manners" to children. 

However, for those well-versed in proper strip club etiquette, it's evident that the skeletons are maintaining a respectful distance and generously tipping. Therefore, it remains unclear what specific manners they think aren’t being followed here.

Meanwhile, Fujishin highlighted that the display could be considered an issue for children only if they already possess an understanding of what it symbolizes.

“If your kids understand what that is, maybe the problem’s not the skeleton dancing on the pole,” he said. “Maybe it’s something else.”

Maybe it's a good idea for parents to have candid discussions with their children about the existence of certain establishments that are a part of the world, whether they like it or not, and to lighten up a bit.

It's also clear that the objections are only fueling the enthusiasm of those who enjoy the decorations. With over a week left until Halloween, the display continues to become more elaborate as time passes.

“We look forward to keeping this going and getting a little more elaborate as we go,” said Fujishin.

Others took to Facebook as posts of Fujishin's work started to quickly circulate online. 

“Pole dancing skeleton in Utah!!! Bell laughing. What an awesome imagination,' one commenter said.”

Another tagged the city's Facebook page and said: “Oh pleeeease Grantsville Utah! How is this not funny????”

Fujishin's cousin even joined in on the fun and said: “My cousin Christopher Fujishin is causing quite a ruckus over there in Utah.”

Someone else posted a screenshot of the town's original post, prior to them taking it down and said: “Grantsville City posted this! Whoever did this, I Love it!” 

Other's didn't react as nicely and instead sided with the town on the decorations. 

“I guess teaching out children respect, decency and manners has gone by the side,” one used said.