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Plano Voters Reject Taxes for Dallas Stars' New Arena Financing

  • Plano voters rejected a tax proposal by a 55%-45% margin to fund the city's $700 million share of a new $3 billion arena for the Dallas Stars.
  • The rejected proposal included taxes on rental cars, parking, hotels, and tickets.
  • The decision forces the NHL's Stars and city officials to restructure the financing for the arena and mixed-use development.
  • The new arena is part of a planned mixed-use development in the Dallas suburb.
  • The vote took place on Tuesday in Plano, Texas.