Enjoy the Weekend!

Do you have plans for the upcoming holiday weekend?! No matter where you are there is sure to be an Independence Day celebration near you!

Traverse City
Saturday, July 2nd marks the start of the National Cherry Festival, as well as the return of the Blue Angels in the annual air show!

If you're looking for a beach activity for the family this weekend, Sunday, July 3rd features the Family Sand Sculpture Contest located at the Senior Center!

And of course don't forget to head downtown to watch the Traverse City Boom Boom Club fireworks display over Grand Traverse Bay for the 4th of July celebration! 

Manistee
June 30th - July 4th is the National Forest Festival, which includes an Independence Day parade and fireworks over Lake Michigan! Keep an eye out for Team Elmer's equipment making an appearance during the parade!

Alpena
If you find yourself on the east side this weekend, Alpena will also host their own 4th of July parade, as well as a fireworks display later that night!

There are many more community celebrations! Check your local listings. We hope you have a fun and safe holiday weekend, wherever that may be!

Clinch Park Marina Repairs

A few years ago Clinch Park Marina was revitalized with an updated look and given added attractions for families to enjoy. Lake wave action required several areas to be updated, including the new kayak launch and break wall used to divert incoming waves. 

The City of Traverse City Engineering department designed several upgrades to the exsiting system. As low bidder for the public contract, Team Elmer's piers & piles crew took to the water repairing the break wall with new sheeting and an improved stone base to support it according to design plans. The splash pad also received a lot of attention, installing a new storm diverter, more brick pavers, and a new seating area for parents to relax and watch their children play.

Team Elmer's Update - Episode 20: Clinch Park Marina

The flooding of the pedestrian tunnel beneath Grandview Parkway is also on the list for repair, however, that aspect of the project is still ongoing.

The splash pad and the rest of the ammenities at Clinch Park Marina are open and available for you and your family to enjoy this holiday weekend!

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M-113 Timelapse

The reconstruction of Highway M-113 began earlier this year in March. In total the project spans roughly 5 miles, stretching from US-131 to north of M-186 into Kingsley.

This timelapse video focuses on the north end of M-113, which included a large fill section to raise the grade and improve visibility for drivers. The entire project is expected to be completed by August, weather permitting.