California: City Council supports 49ers ballot initiative
With a new 49ers stadium at stake, the Santa Clara City Council on Tuesday night endorsed a proposed initiative sponsored by the team to build a $937 million stadium, and put its own ballot measure on hold as it waits to see how the community effort plays out. “To me, this initiative process really puts it to the test,” said Mayor Patricia Mahon. “If one-third of voters want to put it on the ballot, then I find it compelling.”