
Tribune/Debra Reid - Reno residents Dave Felix and Heather Garrick, both 18, said they prefer downtown Sparks. "It (Sparks) is way better than downtown Reno- it doesn't have the homeless problem and it's cleaner," Felix said. The couple were waiting to see a movie at the Sparks Century Theater on Tuesday.
The city has embarked on an effort aimed at enhancing community development and tourism. The city intends to roll out a new brand early next year which will offer a well-defined image for the City of Sparks that builds upon where the community is now and provides a concrete direction and action plan for the future.
The city encourages residents to become part of building the future of Sparks. This week, the city has offered numerous opportunities for community and business members to provide input and feedback. Thursday offers the last opportunity to participate.
- Sparks Tourism Branding Summit: today at 7 p.m. at John Ascuaga's Nugget, Poolside Terrace meeting room
- Additional walk-in opportunities to participate continue today until 5 p.m. at the Larry D. Johnson Community Center, Sierra Room, 1200 12th St.

