Snow in downtown Rifle collects in the alleys behind Railroad Avenue first, then works its way out toward the curb lines. All Around Property Maintenance takes on that winter work — plowing lots, cutting paths to doors, treating the slick spots where a roofline drips and refreezes overnight. There is a rhythm to a storm here: the sky goes orange over the streetlights, the valley hushes, and the machines go out. By the time the shops unlock, the walks are treated and the parking stalls have edges again. It is plain work, and this crew does it while the town sleeps.