Today, the City of Sparks took further steps to balance its $72.1 million operating budget for the remainder of the current fiscal year (FY 2008-2009) and will continue the operating reduction into the next fiscal year (FY 2009-2010) by reducing expenditures by another $2.7 million. 

Sparks, NV – A New Year's Eve party just for kids will be held on Wednesday, December 31 at the Alf Sorensen Community Center in Sparks. Hours are 7:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. or overnight until 9:00 a.m. The program, for ages 6 to 13, gives parents the opportunity to enjoy New Year's Eve knowing their children are having fun in a safe, supervised environment.

- The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) is pleased to announce that the City of Sparks, Nevada has received the GFOA's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its Fiscal Year 2009 Budget.  This is the first time Sparks has received the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.

SPARKS, NV - The dog park located on the south end of the Sparks Marina Park will be closed December 10-12 for maintenance. The park will reopen on Saturday, December 13.

Sparks, NV - The City of Sparks is pleased to announce the parade winners for the Sparks Hometowne Christmas Parade, presented by Intuit, held on Saturday, December 6. "Christmas Caroles Come Alive" was the theme for the 22nd annual event. 

 

Sparks, NV – The pool at the Alf Sorensen Community Center in Sparks is currently closed for maintenance and upgrades. The main and toddler pools are being re-plastered for the first time since the construction of the center in 1982.

Sparks, NV – Motorized traffic is now prohibited at a 270 acre regional park site located east of Pyramid Way and south of Disc Drive. The City of Sparks is developing the parcel into Wedekind Regional Park with passive uses including upgraded trails.

Sparks, NV - On Monday, December 1, at 7:30 a.m. the Sparks Christmas Tree will arrive and be placed at Victorian Square just in time for Sparks Hometowne Christmas, presented by Intuit. The 60 foot tall Douglas Fir comes from Garibaldi, Oregon, sister city to Sparks.

Sparks, NV - Start the holiday season off with a healthy run or walk on Thanksgiving Day at the Turkey Trot event at the Sparks Marina Park. Choose from a non-timed 2 mile walk or run around the Marina and a 10K timed run that extends into the surrounding neighborhood. The first race begins at 8:30 a.m.

 

The City of Sparks and Destination Development International continue their work this week (Nov. 17 - 20) in creating a brand identity for the City of Sparks. 

Sparks, NV - Start your Thanksgiving holiday off with a healthy run or walk at the 10th annual Turkey Trot event at the Sparks Marina Park on November 27. Choose from a non-timed 2 mile walk or run around the Marina and a 10K timed run that extends into the surrounding neighborhood. The first race begins at 8:30 a.m.

 

Sparks City Manager Shaun Carey has announced Commander Steven D. Asher as his choice to lead the Sparks Police Department.  Commander Asher is a 23 year veteran of the Sparks Police Department, and was chosen after an extensive internal recruitment.

As a follow-up to the Community Assessment conducted by Destination Development International (DDI) earlier this year, the City of Sparks, Nevada, has contracted with DDI to take the next step and create a brand identity for the community.  Funding for the $114,000 contract comes from the City's tourism and marketing budget which is derived from hotel room taxes.  The funding is restricted only to funding city marketing programs.

 

The following are highlights of today's Sparks City Council meeting:

Sparks, NV - Curb your dog's bad habits and establish good conduct during a six-week obedience class taught by professional dog trainer, Guy Yeaman. Learn how to teach your pet to sit, stand, stay, heel and master other commands.