Council vs. Community on Spurs Arena Vote | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 14, 2026 · 1m

Activists are sounding the alarm as City Council members like Phyllis Viagran and Ivalis Meza Gonzalez resist a public vote on funding for the new Spurs arena, arguing voters already weighed in — but community voices say that’s not enough. With the mayor pushing for a citywide referendum and six council members lined up to block it, residents are demanding their say, especially given San Antonio’s proud history of fighting for voting rights. One activist highlighted how a council member’s own district voted against the project — yet she supports it — sparking outrage over representation…