Spurs say public vote unnecessary after mayor pushes arena funding referendum
Spurs Sports & Entertainment CEO R.C. Buford issued an open letter stating a vote on the city's share of a $1.3 billion NBA arena is already settled, following Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones' call for a public referendum.
Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones recently urged a citywide referendum on San Antonio's contribution to a $1.3 billion arena project. In response, Spurs Sports & Entertainment chief R.C. Buford released a letter asserting that the decision has already been made, citing the November county vote that approved a $311 million contribution. The letter, while not naming the mayor, targets her and supportive council members, emphasizing that commitments are in place and construction has begun.
Why it matters
The dispute determines whether San Antonio taxpayers will face another vote on a costly arena project.
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