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Rodeo officially bucks Astrodome plans
A group wants to convert the 8th Wonder of the World into a hotel01:34 AM CDT on Saturday, August 2, 2008
HOUSTON -- The battle over the future of the Astrodome entered a new round this week. On Friday, 11 News received a copy of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo's response to a group's proposal to convert the 8th Wonder of the World into a themed-hotel and conference center.
In a tersely-worded, 14-page letter to the Harris County attorney, the rodeo complained that the proposal would cut into event parking and interfere with rodeo events.
The livestock show bosses also said that they have “clearly defined” rights in its lease agreement with the county for the use of Reliant Park. It also claims the proposed development could interfere with the rodeo's ability to conduct its operations.
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