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Mayor Calls Dell to Fund Arena
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San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones is urging billionaire Michael Dell to chip in for the city’s $1.3 billion new arena, arguing it’s fair for wealthier stakeholders—especially those already invested in local sports like the Spurs—to help fund a project that benefits everyone. With Dell’s net worth at $236 billion and recent ownership stakes in the Raiders, the call taps into broader debates about billionaire responsibility and public spending. The arena, part of Project Marvel, has sparked mixed reactions: supporters see economic promise, critics question the cost. After a City Council vote of 7-4, Mayor Jones pushed for an independent economic study to ensure transparency, as the Spurs pledged $500 million and voters approved $503 million in bonds. The funding puzzle remains complex—and the conversation is far from over.
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