Overview
- COPS/Metro and the No Project Marvel coalition, through the Defending Public Money for Public Good PAC, filed a complaint alleging some council-run events promoted the measures rather than providing neutral voter information.
- The complaint cites town halls tied to Councilmembers Sukh Kaur, Marina Alderete Gavito, Misty Spears and Marc Whyte, noting frequent appearances by Spurs executive Bobby Perez and City Manager Erik Walsh.
- City officials responded that the events followed guidance allowing factual explanations of ballot measures using city resources, and said council members may advocate at non-city events where public funds are not used.
- The case enters the San Antonio Ethics Review Board process, which typically takes months; opponents said they may also seek review by the Texas Ethics Commission.
- Prop A would direct venue taxes toward renovations at the Frost Bank Center, Freeman Coliseum and rodeo grounds, while Prop B would allow up to $311 million for a new Hemisfair arena, a deal city officials say could collapse if voters reject Prop B.