It’s raining today, a LOT. So I decided instead of shooting more, I’ll post some more. These ones were taken on the 21st and the crews are getting a huge amount of work done.

They’re pulling all kinds of gross old pipes out of the street down there! But they DO provide unique opportunities for great photos!

This little machine (I say little, as compared to the HUGE ones that have been working on the road) is used to bury electrical lines. The gentleman told me that they’re doing the streetlights. It was interesting to chat with him about all the work we’re having done.

And here’s one of what should be our Cadillac City Flower this year!

Then there’s our Cadillac City Mascot, the Caterpillar!

Here it is, our NEW sidewalk! That’s right, NEW!

This little guy was just fascinated by all the men working so hard. His little eyes were as big as dinner plates and he was completely in awe.

He even got to wear a hard hat and be one of the guys!

But he wasn’t exactly happy with having his picture taken.

Working hard, pouring our curbs. I can’t wait to see what the street looks like when it’s all done!

I had to stop and grab a shot of the water cooler. To me, the way it’s all beat up kind of shows how hard these guys work. They’re out there every day, rain or shine, improving our city!

It is a tiny bit comical though, watching the men on the large equipment. They have that kid in a sandbox look on their faces. I guess when you’re a grown-up you still have to play in the sand sometimes!

On the way back to the store, I saw this guy cleaning up after the mess. Dust was flying everywhere, but when he got done, the street looked great. We’ve just got to hang in there a few more months and our city will be beautiful!

That wraps up last weeks photos. Keep checking back for new additions. Also, check out

photo-1.com/2009MitchellProject to see all the photos I’ve taken down there!

~Hillary

Posted by: Hillary on May 27, 2009 at 11:07 am