While downtown is experiencing a huge surge in redevelopment, it wouldn't be fair to leave out the rest of Reno and Sparks, which as one solid unit, as growing and evolving at a spectacular rate. Some people truly consider Sparks and Reno different cities, however I grew up in Los Angeles most of my life, and refer to most of the connecting cities to Los Angeles as Metro L.A. in general. I have notice some people in this area feel Reno and Sparks competes as far Development, but I feel Reno and Sparks complement each other, and each's downtown redevelopment will ultimately add to the richness and diversity of both cities. ESPECIALLY when we get a light rail going down 4th street between the two downtown centers (are you listening Reno City Council?)