BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) _ Voters in North Dakota's capital city have
rejected a proposed expansion of the Bismarck Civic Center.
57 percent of voters on Tuesday rejected the measure that would have
provided nearly $70 million in new hospitality taxes over 20 years
to help pay for the $90 million project.
Supporters said the majority of the new motel, liquor,
restaurant and lodging taxes would be paid by outsiders, and that
an expanded civic center would boost the city's economy. Opponents
worried about space for more parking, and about stifling growth in
the area.