Stars New Arena Development Plans Hit Speed Bump

On Wednesday, Plano, Texas residents voted to reject Proposition A, a ballot measure that would have authorized new local venue taxes to help fund a new Dallas Stars arena.

Voters turned down the measure, which would have funded a proposed arena and entertainment district at the Shops at Willow Bend. The proposition covered taxes on rental cars, hotel rooms, game tickets, arena parking and visiting players' game checks.

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Reported concerns included added congestion in the community from hockey games, concerts and other events, long-term financial consequences for taxpayers, and…