The date provided the opportunity for Clark to thank all the workers, subcontractors and management team for the successful achievement of a critical milestone in the project schedule; that is the completion of the major structural components.

Topping Out is a ceremony that is done when the last beam is placed at the top of a building.  The last beam to be hoisted is painted white and signed by all workmen, dignitaries, and local citizens.  The beam then flies into place and an evergreen tree is placed on top.  The Topping Out ceremony dates back to Rome as early as 621 B.C.  The custom came with immigrants to the United States and has become an integral part of American culture in barnraisings and housewarmings.  The tree on top of the building ensures fertility of the land and home as well as a good luck charm for the future occupants.  

All team members as well as invited guests from the local business community were treated to a barbeque lunch.  Kerry Avant and Thad Llewelyn, the owners of One Park Vista and Michael Ryden of Leonard Ryden Burr Real Estate welcomed buyers and prospective buyers offering building tours after the ceremony.  There were several of the condominium home owners as well as prospective buyers present to take advantage of the building tours and to sign the Topping Out beam.  Winston Salem Mayor Allen Joines welcomed guests and personally thanked the team for their accomplishments. 

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