Direct from their extended engagement just to the south of me, the road crew (Thomas and Sons) appeared again today.  Live. To Work.   I had not seen a few of the once familiar faces since last June - but here they were again, this time out in front helping to make my temporary light pole (installed last October) a bit less temporary so it can withstand one more winter.   As cement poured out front, I could sense a different attitude - as they attempt to get through their final checklist before the paving team arrives next week to get our final layer of asphalt. 

As I passed by the southern end of the project today, I counted all four corners completed with concrete.  A very good sign.  It seems the tail has now caught up to the front and the next stage is nearly ready to begin. 

One benefit from having the city a bit behind on their sign work along the avenue, when the signs do go up they will be identified as 2 hour parking.  At this point the parking is available for how ever long you need it. 

Still a bit to go, but folks in orange vests are always a good sign.  Workers present = work completed.