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Spurs Arena Funding Denied Public Vote | San Antonio News
San Antonio’s City Council voted 5-6 to keep the city’s $500 million Spurs arena contribution off the November ballot, sparking debate over whether voters already approved the funding through last year’s county hotel tax measure. While some, including former Spurs star Sean Elliott, argued the public’s vote already covered the deal, critics insisted residents deserve a direct say on how their city money is spent — especially as the funding also supports other downtown projects like the convention center and Alamodome. The council’s decision, echoing past divisions, has raised concerns about…
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