Broadway has always held so much potential. But between the demise of the Tower chain, the uncertainty as to the long-term status of Tower Theater, and the fire at Joe Marty's, it is not a street you feel enticed to stroll down.

But now a local family (who also happens to be developers) are hoping that a new project might entice others to upscale Broadway.

The Gianulias family has owned the property that was Tower Books,now the Avid Reader, since the 1940s. When Tower Records went bankrupt, the Gianuliases acquired the property and rented it back to Russ Solomon, the Tower Records' founder. They also own the lot across the street. And they have big plans for a new building that will hold one or two nationally known restaurants.

Let's make sure to support their efforts. It's another wonderful area of Sacramento waiting to come alive.

Gillian Parrillo
The Sacramento Executive