City Ignores & Allows SIDEWALKS To Go To WASTE So I Cleaned Them Up For FREE

I decided to revisit an old sidewalk that i've kept my eye on over the years. I always thought the city would get them cleaned up. However, as you can see, it has never happened! Out of curiosity, I decided to check the old google maps photos of this corner. I was shocked to find out that these sidewalks, along with the ones around it, have not been touched for over 15 years. I'm not too sure what was on this land before, but I assume by the stairways, it could have had 3 homes on it, or a possible park? Not too sure. Either way, they both will look like new soon. Hope you enjoy this one! The other side will get done as well. Have a great day, and be a blessing to your community :)
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[@fillslawncare]

Who's responsible for sidewalk maintenance in your city?

[@nucman7529]

property owner adjacent to sidewalk

[@mandycote5662]

Great question Public property is supposed to be the ‘communities’ responsibility However- where I live I take care of walkways and boulevard- trees are left to be trimmed by the wind Otherwise- empty lots - depends on ownership and over here- it doesn’t matter- small town dive like a ghetto - over here in Sk Canada🇨🇦

[@mandycote5662]

* I’m NOT a ‘home owner’ neither

[@cabman86]

In Shreveport, it seems to be no one's responsibility.

[@pam1366]

Town

[@phyllishobbs1695]

You deserve a commendation from the city for your work in my opinion…

[@pamjarvis2601]

Very nice work honey , your a good man

[@Freezinggreece2]

They'd probably just fine him for disturbing the peace

[@DiscussionsWithEkmel]

@@Freezinggreece2 they'd call the police for a suspicious person loitering and the police would come and pull their guns fearing for their lives that it looked like he had a weapon. 🙄

[@gemcitykj7909]

@@pamjarvis2601 definitely

[@rodi8266]

He should get paid Medals dont feed you

[@sunnyja1088]

That brush is doing a great job of getting the leftover dirt off the sidewalk! Well worth the cost & makes it look so much better! Really a nice outcome!

[@tomhuson8512]

We applaud your community sprit. My girlfriend and I are kayakers, and we collect garbage on the rivers, lakes, and streams we paddle on. You are an inspiration for all of us. Thank you.

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you for helping clean the world :)

[@GM8101PHX]

Though I do not live where you are, Thank You because you too are doing a service!! If everyone pitched in we would have some beautiful communities!!

[@backupviber6285]

@@fillslawncare hi, what is so excellent wide brush device at your electric trimmer, what is a brand and type ? Never seen such brush. Does your facemask nicely defend your face of all work dust ? And - you are really nice worker 👍

[@_Julie_Bee]

More landscapers need to use that rotary brush. They too often even resort to using a power washer and the mud is crazy. You've done an amazing job 😊

[@Vistasabia]

That made a HUGE difference. You restored some dignity and pride of place along that side 🙌💚💚💚. That whole lot would be a terrific place for a community garden.

[@fillslawncare]

That would be awesome. Build some beds and green houses.

[@joannegallegos1983]

You did a great job We need more yous.

[@kylepatterson2239]

That premier thing you had, is an automatic cigarette roller. You put tobacco in that chamber and then pull a handle (that is missing) and it stuffs the tobacco into an empty cigarette tube. Awesome job as always. Love the videos!

[@fillslawncare]

Thanks for the info!

[@GraeMatterz]

Yep, just going to say this. My late husband preferred to roll his own (with a brand of loose tobacco to avoid "additives") and used one of these. It's called an "injector".

[@MargueriteEudoraSmith]

@@GraeMatterz My mom had one just like that too! Wow memories!

[@lesliekendall5668]

I had to look it up but yep, a cigarette machine.

[@jeffreymosher6334]

Cigarette Injector Machine retails for $46 on A-zon.

[@leonarae8496]

It really disgusts me that the city (or local council as we call them in Australia) doesn’t clean up sites like this themselves, although we all know they would not do nearly as good a job as you do Fil. That footpath is such a trip hazard, they’ll find themselves being sued one day because someone has fallen & broken their neck. You’re an inspiration

[@apushman]

In some areas in America if you fix or clean up certain areas the local government will fine you

[@ColinRichardson]

@@apushman Land of the Fee..

[@leonarae8496]

@@apushman For real? Amazing….and how ridiculous! You have to wonder about the mentality of pen pushing council workers who make those rules.

[@lazynow1]

In the USA we call them Democrats, lazy and entitled, they never do any work

[@gkwest2000]

That's a lot of shovel work. Nice job.

[@amypreuit4114]

I'd imagine a grand old house used to sit on that lot so many years ago, and the walk ways in good condition. At least you've made them accessible to the neighborhood. Wonderful! Keep spreading the love! ❤ 34:15

[@skmarrama]

I’m glad you came along to help this neighborhood. For neglected areas, people may feel that no one cares. I’ve lived in the older downtown neighborhoods. Makes me wish I had the resources to restore it back to a former glory!

[@Irene-gq4jr]

Unfortunately neglect breeds neglect, and trash attracts more trash. I really appreciate the kind of community work this guy does, and hopefully people will have more respect for this area now it's been cleaned up.

[@stacey8096]

Another awesome video, Fill. Speaking as someone who works for a city, we don’t have enough employees to take care of our own property, like all the parks, cemetery, airport, and ditches. Historically, in the summer we hire seasonal maintenance workers for all the extra work like nuisance properties when people won’t mow and take care of their own. We can’t get enough full-time people let alone summer help now. In our city sidewalks are the homeowners responsibility. Unfortunately that kind of thing falls to the bottom of the list when it comes to what’s the most important thing to do for our city.

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you for sharing, Stacey. This information is very helpful. Although, I know each city is different.

[@d.anthonypayne1427]

The list needs to be revised because as it exists now, its failing.

[@jeannieelliott8519]

U r my kind of people. I keep my neighborhood clean. I'm 65 now, & still doing it. So glad u r helping in your neck of the woods. It looks so much nicer! Your Oregon Viewer.

[@debibrown5568]

We have a crew that works for our city that mows all city areas and sidewalk areas, but I notice a lot of homeowners take on the areas in front of their houses because they want to or their lawn service does it. Our city is good about trimming trees or whatever if you call them for city property. First time I’ve seen a brush attachment on KZbin! Great job, but a big job! - watching from Lake Wales,Florida

[@valeriepasbrig742]

How amazing. Your poor back must be screaming. And I just love the brush attachment. Sure saves how much you have to use the blower. What a surprise when you uncovered the big step! Yes, don't litter. There can be all kinds of natural stuff but human litter drives me nuts. That metal thing you found? I think that's a cigarette maker. I'm so proud of you. The respect you show is heartwarming. ❤

[@Lovetheducks]

Appreciate what you do especially with the trash litter is one of my biggest pet peeves. I make sure everyday I pick up at least ten pieces of trash while on my walks.

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you for doing good deeds for your city :)

[@Lovetheducks]

@@fillslawncare nope thank you what I do is next to nothing and I should always do more. But seeing litter always upsets me as it should everyone

[@RodneyFreeman]

Been waiting all winter for the lawns and sidewalks! Great video and I look forward to many more!! Stay safe out there and God bless you for all you do. When our time on this old world is done, the only thing we can take with us is love. You certainly seem to possess a lot of that.

[@gloriaa.garcia3985]

You are a great asset to your community. Good thing the soil was moist otherwise it would have been tougher to shovel it off. Nifty sidewalk sweeper. Blessings/peace

[@penryfu1]

Couldn't help but laugh when you went back for your gloves!

[@fillslawncare]

Almost forgot! Lol

[@josepep4970]

Fill, I enjoy watching you work. To me it’s so relaxing to see you clean up some really ugly properties for free and make them look so terrific like they were never as bad looking to begin with. I’m 83 years old and I must admit that you as a young man, have taught me some new ways to clean up around my house. Keep up your great work Fill, I love to watch you. God Bless you for being so good to people and doing such beautiful work for people for free. Joe Paone

[@elizabethturel78]

That brush roller is awesome, Fill! Absolutely love watching you clean up the nasty curbs and sidewalks!👍🏻💙💚 Here, all sidewalks are the responsibility of the property owner; spreading the liability! If your tree damages the sidewalk, you are responsible for the repair AND here the repair must be an approved contractor, no DIY.

[@purity1726]

The very first video I ever saw you do was a city street like this--very similar. I think it's a very great service you do for the people of the city. 👍👍 That new rolling tool is so cool! Cuts your labor time probably in 1/2 at least for that type of work! Thank you for all you do! 👼

[@jackieostrander9667]

We have a problem with old ordinances and laws. As our city has developed and expanded with new neighborhoods, they now require sidewalks. They didn't used to. So now we have a bunch of "sidewalks to nowhere ". They don't connect. It's still not fixing the issues for the disabled, or another forgotten bunch, the people for whatever reason that don't drive. I like your power broom. It seems faster and more directionally precise than the blower. Better than blowing dust every time. Nice to have that choice.

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you for sharing, Jackie 😊

[@cinm9565]

I find it so gratifying to see a great trim job.

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you 😊

[@graceyoungbeck1055]

Shovelling all those dirt must be hard for the back. You are so kind and conscientious about the looks of the neighbourhood and labour yourself. Respect to you. Like you said people trash places you cannot imagine

[@asldaisy7]

Never seen a brush attachment but it was really awesome how it helped clean the street and sidewalk. Great job!!! 👏 👏 👏

[@lencamp715]

Love that sweeper attachment. Seems to make easy work of cleaning things up. Great job, as usual!

[@billtruttschel]

That brush attachment makes for an amazing tool!

[@fillslawncare]

Yes it does!

[@tabathaosborne6447]

That brush attachment took that clean up to a whole new level, very well done, its a shame the city and not just yours doesnt take the pride in maintenance as it did years ago, awesome job! I love the new rack for the truck also!

[@Whitewolf-xx6qu]

Cool video, thank you for cleaning up after people. All those locals pass that trash by. Most of us do that daily. Sorry I don't do more. Keep it up and keep caring

[@captainpearly3994]

You made a world of a difference just by cleaning up that side walk. Thanks for picking up the trash for the neighborhood.

[@donnaleveron6511]

Great improvement! I hate to see litter, too. You made it so much safer and cleaner. The brush attachment is great, makes quick work. Thanks for all you do!

[@elainemeeker664]

I thought it was a nice improvement when you used the brush and blower. You really made a turnaround on this sidewalk. Litter is preventable everywhere, in every country. God bless you and your family❤

[@rethamoore4282]

It looks AMAZING after you cleaned it up and the City Council owes you a commendation for your hard work and for the beautification of their city !!

[@helendaly5030]

That was a challenge for sure. Great brush tool for doing that job. Cities don't seem to care about neighborhoods anymore with vacant lots. If they know the owners they usually put up warning signs to clean up. Apparently that town doesn't or else the town is the owner and doesn't fine themselves. Surprised neighbors don't complain. Thanks for caring and doing that fabulous cleanup. Looks Soo much better.

[@maryleerogers5711]

what a jewel you are. I never realized how much clearing a sidewalk made everything look so much better. Keep it up, you are a good man

[@tracy-annwolfe9395]

Awesome clean-up, nice to have someone like you in that city. Empty lots can equal trouble, but keeping the area clean helps. Koodos!!

[@Audibleknight]

Damn. That brush attachment was awesome. Super cool and I haven't seen it before in other lawn care youtube channels. Really satisfying results on camera too!

[@johnlaforte700]

Fill you have taken on another difficult job, it’s got to be so energy consuming. God Bless you for it. No one else cares and that’s the problem we are having in this society. Love you for your efforts. 🙏🙏❤️

[@lindaarbogast6499]

You are an amazing guy! You made the sidewalk safe to walk on and then cleaned up the garbage in the field making the area cleaner, is awesome! Great job! Thank you for what you are doing!

[@MonserratFoster]

Amazing work fill! As always! I'm looking forward to the next video! This is truly hard work and your body must be really sore but it's definitely appreciated.

[@dlenderman11]

God bless you Fill for making a difference in cleaning up the city! Just think of the difference we all could make!

[@patvisek222]

Thank you for doing that clean up! I don't live anywhere near you, but I will say you are one thoughtful man. To take it upon yourself to do all that work is so kind of you. Love the power brush, really does a great job!😊

[@jerrythompson7744]

I feel for you , Shoveling puts a strain on your back , You did a great job , I like your broom , looks like it does a good clean-up

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you Jerry :)

[@karenpeddicord8607]

Nice to see you using the orange safety cones by your vehicle. I wish there were more like you... I do, however, truly appreciate all of the other people doing such caring gestures... you all are special individuals and should be proud. 😊

[@rkvinlaug]

R' S mom 80 years old.04/07/2023. Watched your video Fill. Truly glad you remembered to wear your gloves.loved that brush you used on the curbs,sidewalks and street.must be they don't have a city street brush for their street pavements/ roads..definitely a wow transformation. Your hands must thank you for wearing your gloves.be safe Fill.Iam a subscriber. Your working for free shows your kindness. Keep yourself and family safe.

[@oermama]

Wow what a huge difference you made to the neighborhood, and what a great tool the brush attachment is! It keeps the amount of dust in the air to a minimum. And all that trash you picked up, unbelievable. 👌💪🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@sallystrode3837]

I just love the work you do! Picking up the trash so needed everywhere and I appreciate that.😊

[@karensweeney8610]

The houses make the neighborhood look like a historic area. Doing the walkway makes it more taken care of and encourages walking around the area to see the old houses.

[@sheilaathay2034]

I really enjoy your thoroughness. You go all out. I love it when you trim the trees and edge everything out. So satisfying to watch

[@cynthiacynthia5687]

You are absolutely meticulous. I love the work that you do. Thank you for setting a wonderful example on how to care for your community. ❤

[@jennetteking]

I think this should be a short series. I’d love to see you do something with the trees and the yard. Amazing job!

[@lorienish1286]

Great job Fill .. thank you for your work & kindness for what. You restore my faith in humanity ❤

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you :)

[@joannecooper4592]

Great clean up and restoration! I really like what the brush can do--it's hard to get everything with just a shovel. You did a super service for that community. The city should follow your example!

[@jeanwoodhouse8899]

Clearing up that path will be so useful to walkers and people who are older or with disabilities. So much safer. Ty Fill😁😁👍

[@graham9983]

Amazing clean up...yes why do people throw their trash in public areas...keep up good work.

[@alicerichardson5610]

Do not know that one, always thought if there was a trash can at the end of the blocks, people would throw their trash in it. But having worked at a gas station, needing to clean the parking lot at night, I have seen people changing their babies dirty diapers. not even walk just a couple steps to put it a trash can, that was not even half full, they just threw it on the ground right were they were standing got in the car and drove away, that is how lazy or just entitled alot of people are.

[@kathyschenk1414]

Love your work! I’ve missed seeing your videos lately for some reason! You are one of my favorite lawn maintenance videoers! (Is that a word?). 😀

[@fillslawncare]

Wow, thank you! Mean a lot to me 😊

[@trinamcgarvey-vw7ke]

Glad you remembered those gloves! Thank you for doing the community such a service. Seems we can’t really count on anybody except each other now. You are an example for others to follow! Wonderful job!!

[@tommorningstar6373]

Great work Fill. I love that powered brush broom attachment, sure makes shorter work of curbs.

[@lindawellinghoff5432]

Absolutely fantastic transformation! Thanks for your caring spirit and perfect cleanup!

[@phyllishobbs1695]

Bless your heart! You are working so hard to make your city look nice…. The city should take better care of its sidewalks…

[@trishhoapili7587]

So many things to say but first thank you for caring, for doing and for showing that we all have the ability to make a difference in our communities. People will benefit from that cleared sidewalk and trash removal. And that brush is going to be on everyone’s must have list. ❤

[@handtalker2k]

That brush attachment is the bomb! What a back saver as well as a time saver cleaning up all the dirt that collects on the sidewalks & in the curb areas. That section of sidewalk looks great! 👌 👍👊🤟

[@caragoldy4370]

I love the sidewalk cleaning videos. I think it's also a wonderful thing to do for the people in the community that use those sidewalks on a regular basis. It not only makes them look really nice, it also makes them safer for people to use, especially people who may have a disability or difficulty walking. I really hope that, in addition to the lawn videos, you continue doing the "sidewalk series" too. Very satisfiying to watch. Good job and look forward to the next video! Take care!

[@r.j.2546]

Nice job, love that brush attachment. That was cool. Glad to see you wearing your gloves😁. Hope to see that whole corner cleaned up. Why stop at 1 corner.

[@popgunlive1546]

You don’t see the use of the brush attachment in too many sidewalk cleanups. Right tool for the job and a timesaver. I also liked the use of different camera angles. That was cool. Next level stuff.

[@user-my9gd1jm7l]

I love the way you do the lawns. I can watch you all day. Your edging is great and the way you pick up all the grass is nice.

[@kathleenbelleman7853]

Great job, it is great to see someone take pride in what your city looks like

[@monikaahuja7266]

You are awesome man 👌👍love your work ...the roller swept all the dust and made the sidewalk shine... 👌

[@catheyrestaino5110]

That has got to be a killer on your back. It will be a pleasure for the neighborhood walkers to use it now. Great job Phil

[@angelchat69]

What a great bit of kit. That giant, rolly brush attachment sure made short work of the gutter. Keep up the great work 👍 👏

[@cposwn]

Great job Fill! I love the attachment. Thanks for helping out the community and for sharing the video.

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you for watching and the support 😊

[@jeninmontana]

You're the one who's amazing! As you see the need, you go out & make your community better. Thank you for all the hard work you do.

[@staceybohlke1881]

That was some excellent shoveling Sir. And that brush does work great on that compacted dirt. Well done. And it will be appreciated by the walkers. And there are obviously many of those. Thank you for the service and picking up garbage.

[@brey1720]

It actually looks like that area of town could use some love. Sad when places neglect certain areas vs trying to restore them 😤

[@DrakoCrowley]

Looks like you saw a few people already who appreciate what you're doing with cleaning up the sidewalks. (:

[@sharonshields1482]

Thank you for sharing your work. You are making a difference in your community.

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you for watching :)

[@debbiemilan2867]

That brush is amazing! It cuts through packed dirt like butter. I loved the dirt rooster tail flying off the side!

[@XL-5117]

I just love the big brush! It’s like the best thing ever to clean up sidewalks. I’m a big fan.

[@lindamichael7903]

Looks great as always sidewalk looks amazing the people who walk it will notice a difference

[@billr3053]

Fire about five overpayed city counselors and give the money to this guy. We need less government and more real people.

[@joannemattlin8756]

Awesome job❤ where I live the village maintenance department takes care of the sidewalks. Thanks for sharing your hard work!

[@DamnGoodITGuy]

Lol that's a cigarette roller! Also be careful just reaching into the leaves like that. Needles are everywhere!

[@glendajorde9062]

LOVE THE WORK YOU DO 🥰

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you!! 😊

[@07scsu]

Awesome work as always! Love the brush attachment. I haven’t seen that one before.

[@mizsherm4352]

You gave dignity back to what looks like a lovely neighborhood. That brush attachment really helps you out!

[@ldqa2737]

I remember you doing another city park sidewalk. Thank you for making it cleaner. Looks awesome. 😎👍 Oh, and that sweeper tool is fun to watch! 😊

[@niknoks6387]

The city or local council as we call it in the UK don’t care either. There are also soooo many potholes in the roads that need mending. We need more Fills in the UK!

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you 😊

[@Zozziethe3zees]

That was an epic transformation. The brush tool is fantastic too !

[@randykmlwa]

What amazes me is that fact that nobody from the city has even driven by while you're doing this. They would probably make you stop because of liability issues. But, keep it up until they stop you. Good work.

[@vickiemorris6849]

Amazing! Community has got to love it. Wonder if property owners just pay the fine instead of paying someone to do upkeep? Bless you-it looks great!

[@janababuljakova2534]

Je od vás hezké a obetave že takhle pomáháte městu, když sami nejsou schopni. Přeji vám hodně štěstí a Božího požehnání. 👍👏🌿🌹

[@annmoore6747]

Great job. I hope to see you taking care of the top part (the lot) and also that nuisance yard kitty corner when you are done here. It does make a difference in how people feel about where they live and what people who are driving through feel also. A little a time, making the community a little bit better each time. Thank you for all you do! It appears to me that someone who might have been without a home was camping out there for a bit. That sweeper tool you use is awesome, I am surprised I don't see other lawn care dudes using one. It must really help so you don't have to exert so much effort with a shovel and save your back.

[@evanagy]

Great job! I love the tool you used to clean up the gutters and sidewalk. It certainly makes it easier instead of all that shoveling!

[@marettastephens5680]

I am so happy that winter is over in Idaho so I can watch you work your magic again.

[@remyferrari8501]

Did I get a sense that that corner lot across the way might be an upcoming project?😜

[@fillslawncare]

Stay tuned :))

[@rob-oe4wr]

You always do a good 5* job with people's gardens 🇬🇧

[@fillslawncare]

Thank you :)

[@cherylebbing199]

At the beginning of this video, as soon as you stopped I knew what happened. I actually said out loud, "GLOVES" when you said, "GOOD CALL", and held up your hands. Again, I love the sweeper. Makes work ten times quicker.

[@fillslawncare]

Good call :)))

[@cherylebbing199]

@@fillslawncare ; D

[@junehallaran5897]

My son worked for landscaping companies for 12 years and never saw one of those wire brushes. What an awesome tool for your 'arsenal' ! I love these videos of city properties being cleaned up and the 'guesswork' of what used to be there. I vote for mansion--one of those big square ones with all the gingerbread and the 'widow's watch' at the very top!! Also-I don't know what the garbage collection is like in that city, but we have regular trash and recycling with those giant plastic bins that get emptied with a truck. Well, on garbage day, they go around on their route and eventually they have to dump the front bin. When it lifts up, if there is any wind at all, a bunch of stuff blows all over the place. That is the source of alot of our litter in my city. Maybe there, too. The square metal item you found is a cigarette roller. The top has lost its arm.

[@debracollins9133]

Great job, Fill! That sidewalk made a huge difference in the neighborhood. Thank you for leaving your bloopers in the video. Sorry, but I laughed out loud when you stepped on the shovel. 😄 Love it! By the way, the Premier Supermatic is a roll your own cigarette machine for loose tobacco and tubes. That one looks like it needs a garbage can in the worst way. Keep on doing what you do best. You made my day! ❤️

[@grayhounddaddy62leake83]

Amazing transformation, but do you get any recognition for all of your hard work doing this kind of thing? Is the city aware of how much money you've saved them by doing this for them? I think you should be commended for undertaking such a task!!

[@fillslawncare]

I get good comments from you guys. And sometimes people walking by :)

[@silkedavid8876]

What a fantastic job! That was hard work, but so satisfying, not only for the local residents and for us to watch on YT, but I hope for you, too. Your reward is not only on the money you will make from hopefully lots of views, but the satisfaction it gave the viewers. I love the sound of the shovel scraping on concrete! Look for forward to the other sidewalk!