Arizona Coyotes' proposed development would make Tempe worse. Vote no

Opinion: A proposed Arizona Coyotes arena and surrounding development is the opposite of what residents want. They should vote no.

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The water sustainability crisis. The opioid crisis. The affordable housing crisis. The education funding crisis.

It’s crystal clear, from our view at the state Capitol, that Arizona cities have no shortage of challenges and priorities. Priorities that affect hundreds of thousands of residents despite limited funds.

A tax dollar-subsidized sports arena and embattled luxury housing aren’t among residents’ priorities, and they’re not an appropriate use of our limited resources.

As the three state senators representing Tempe, we encourage Tempe…