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The city is weighing a massive $1.3 billion deal for a new Spurs arena, but the math isn't adding up. Taxpayers are currently staring down a $131 million budget hole that could lead to cuts in essential city services.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 12 mentions in the last 30 days, 19 the 60 before.
The proposal involves significant public funding for venue projects, though specific tax implications for residents are still being debated.
The San Antonio Spurs organization, local tourism, and potentially the regional economy.
Residents concerned about gentrification, displacement, and the use of public funds for private business ventures.
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The San Antonio City Council gave the go-ahead Thursday to use a special tax capture district to buy a downtown site for a new Spurs arena as well as help fund projects at the San Antonio Zoo, Botanical Garden, and Brackenridge Park.