As expected, the deadline for putting a Chargers stadium plan to a vote in January came and went on Friday, following months of stalled negotiations between the team and San Diego.
While Mayor Kevin Faulconer has not given up on the possibility of an election later next year, the city's focus has now turned to the NFL owners, who will ultimately decide whether the Chargers remain in San Diego or will be allowed to pursue a joint stadium project in Carson with the Oakland Raiders.
“While it's no surprise that the Chargers have allowed today's deadline to pass for a Jan.