San Antonio, October 27, 2025
News Summary
As early voting progresses, San Antonio voters are faced with crucial measures affecting the future of the Spurs. Two propositions aim to secure funding for renovations and a new arena, potentially committing up to $800 million. Supporters argue this is vital for the team’s economic stability and downtown development, while opposition warns of community impacts. The outcome will be decided by November 4, with significant implications for the Spurs’ presence in the city.
San Antonio
The San Antonio Spurs’ future in downtown San Antonio is at stake as voters consider two key ballot measures tied to arena funding while early voting is underway.
The San Antonio Spurs’ home opener at the Frost Bank Center coincided with significant local voting propositions regarding the team’s future location. Early voting for the Nov. 4 election is currently taking place, with thousands of votes already cast according to the Bexar County Elections Department. The outcome of the propositions will be decided during early voting, concluding Friday, and on election day, Nov. 4.
Top lines: what voters will decide
- Proposition A proposes increasing the hotel occupancy tax by up to 2% to fund nearly $200 million in renovations to the Frost Bank Center and rodeo grounds on the east side.
- Proposition B would use hotel tax revenue to partially fund a proposed new sports arena for the Spurs, allowing over $300 million of venue tax money for the project.
- Were propositions A and B to pass, total contributions from city and county entities could reach $800 million for arena costs.
- A non-relocation agreement tied to the new arena deal would keep the Spurs in San Antonio for another 30 years if passed.
- The City of San Antonio would contribute approximately $489 million or 38% of the new arena’s cost, while the Spurs would cover any cost overruns and commit at least $500 million to the project.
Local reaction and stake holders
Supporters at the home opener and other local voters framed the measures as essential to the Spurs’ economic future and to downtown development. One supporter expressed hope for widespread backing of both measures to secure the Spurs’ future in downtown San Antonio. Another local fan highlighted the need for a world-class facility, referencing the NBA’s assessment that San Antonio’s arena experience ranks last among teams.
Visitors also weighed in, with one stating support for a 2% tax increase if it leads to building a better venue. Fans at the game vocalized that the propositions are essential for the Spurs’ economic future and downtown development.
Opposition groups warned that the ballot measures could create displacement and inequity in surrounding neighborhoods. Opposition voices argue such propositions could foster community displacement and are not equitable, and some leaders emphasized that the proposed projects predominantly benefit the billionaire ownership group of the Spurs.
Public opinion and polls
A recent poll shows a slight majority of Bexar County voters favor Proposition A over Proposition B regarding funding for a new Spurs arena. The poll found around 44% of respondents support Proposition A, while 15% are undecided and 41% oppose it. Regarding Proposition B, approximately 40% support its funding scheme for the new arena, while 46% oppose it. Support for Project Marvel, which includes a new Spurs arena and redevelopment projects, is reported at 45%.
Funding mechanics and constraints
Both propositions entail utilizing funds from hotel occupancy and car rental taxes; however, the methods cannot be diverted to essential city services. The propositions would change how hotel tax and venue tax revenues can be used locally but would not allow those funds to be spent on unrelated essential city services.
If Proposition B fails, there is uncertainty about the Spurs’ future in San Antonio, despite their optimistic outlook on funding propositions. Proponents argue that these investments are precedents for addressing and revitalizing urban infrastructure and community engagement through the arena development.
What passing the measures would mean
- Renovations to Frost Bank Center and rodeo grounds on the east side would be funded in part through the proposed hotel occupancy tax increase tied to Proposition A.
- Proposition B would enable the use of venue and hotel tax revenue to contribute more than $300 million toward a new arena and related redevelopment under the broader Project Marvel plan.
- City and county entities could combine resources to reach the estimated $800 million contribution level for arena costs if both measures pass.
- The Spurs organization would assume responsibility for cost overruns and commit a minimum financial commitment to the project.
Next steps and timeline
Early voting is ongoing and will conclude Friday, followed by the final vote on election day, Nov. 4. Voters will decide whether to approve Proposition A and Proposition B; passing both would set funding and legal terms that could secure the franchise’s downtown future for decades under a non-relocation agreement.
FAQ
When will the propositions be decided?
The outcome of the propositions will be decided during early voting, concluding Friday, and on election day, Nov. 4.
Did the Spurs home opener overlap with the local ballot measures?
The San Antonio Spurs’ home opener at the Frost Bank Center coincided with significant local voting propositions regarding the team’s future location.
What does Proposition A propose?
Proposition A proposes increasing the hotel occupancy tax by up to 2% to fund nearly $200 million in renovations to the Frost Bank Center and rodeo grounds on the east side.
What does Proposition B propose?
Proposition B would use hotel tax revenue to partially fund a proposed new sports arena for the Spurs, allowing over $300 million of venue tax money for the project.
How do voters feel about the measures?
A recent poll shows a slight majority of Bexar County voters favor Proposition A over Proposition B regarding funding for a new Spurs arena.
What were the poll numbers for Proposition A?
The poll found around 44% of respondents support Proposition A, while 15% are undecided and 41% oppose it.
What were the poll numbers for Proposition B?
Regarding Proposition B, approximately 40% support its funding scheme for the new arena, while 46% oppose it.
What is the reported support for Project Marvel?
Support for Project Marvel, which includes a new Spurs arena and redevelopment projects, is reported at 45%.
How much could local governments contribute if both measures pass?
Voters are advised that were propositions A and B to pass, total contributions from city and county entities could reach $800 million for arena costs.
What taxes would be used for funding under the measures?
Both propositions entail utilizing funds from hotel occupancy and car rental taxes; however, the methods cannot be diverted to essential city services.
What happens if Proposition B fails?
If Proposition B fails, there is uncertainty about the Spurs’ future in San Antonio, despite their optimistic outlook on funding propositions.
Would a non-relocation agreement be part of a new arena deal?
A non-relocation agreement tied to the new arena deal would keep the Spurs in San Antonio for another 30 years if passed.
What are the city and Spurs financial commitments?
The City of San Antonio would contribute approximately $489 million or 38% of the new arena’s cost, while the Spurs would cover any cost overruns and commit at least $500 million to the project.
What do proponents argue about the projects?
Proponents argue that these investments are precedents for addressing and revitalizing urban infrastructure and community engagement through the arena development.
Key features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Proposition A | Increase hotel occupancy tax by up to 2% to fund nearly $200 million in renovations to Frost Bank Center and rodeo grounds |
| Proposition B | Use hotel tax revenue to partially fund a new Spurs arena; allows over $300 million of venue tax money |
| Potential public contributions | City and county contributions could reach $800 million if both propositions pass |
| City commitment | Approximately $489 million or 38% of new arena cost |
| Spurs commitment | Cover cost overruns and commit at least $500 million |
| Non-relocation term | Would keep Spurs in San Antonio for 30 years if passed |
Timeline
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| During home opener | Spurs home opener coincides with local voting propositions | Event observed at Frost Bank Center |
| Currently | Early voting for the Nov. 4 election is taking place | Bexar County Elections Department — thousands of votes cast |
| Concluding Friday | Early voting ends | Local election schedule |
| Nov. 4 | Election day — final decision on propositions | Official election date |
| Recent | Poll on Propositions A and B and Project Marvel | Recent poll data |
Poll results — visual summary
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Additional Resources
- Fox San Antonio: Spurs Fans Rally Around Propositions
- Wikipedia: San Antonio Spurs
- News 4 San Antonio: Spurs Join Business Leaders
- Google Search: San Antonio Spurs arena proposition
- Express News: Spurs Arena Downtown San Antonio
- Google Scholar: San Antonio Spurs arena proposition
- Spectrum News: UT San Antonio Poll on Arena Proposition
- Encyclopedia Britannica: San Antonio Spurs arena proposition
- KSAT: Who Will Pay for a New Spurs Arena
- Google News: San Antonio Spurs arena proposition
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