The decision by the city of Norco has riled some Indian-Americans who say move was discriminatory.
Norco, California:
A Southern California city has rejected plans for a proposed Hindu cultural center partly because officials say the large, domed building doesn't fit in with its Old West-style motif.
The decision last month by the city of Norco has riled some Indian-Americans who say the move was discriminatory.
Norco officials say the city has branded itself as "Horsetown USA" to preserve a rural feel and draw much-needed investments in equestrian facilities. They say the proposed cultural center was too big for a small lot and didn't match the city's architectural style.
The controversy has focused attention on a small but growing Indian-American community in the suburbs south and east of Los Angeles and efforts by Norco to keep its cowboy culture as Southern California becomes increasingly diverse.
The decision last month by the city of Norco has riled some Indian-Americans who say the move was discriminatory.
Norco officials say the city has branded itself as "Horsetown USA" to preserve a rural feel and draw much-needed investments in equestrian facilities. They say the proposed cultural center was too big for a small lot and didn't match the city's architectural style.
The controversy has focused attention on a small but growing Indian-American community in the suburbs south and east of Los Angeles and efforts by Norco to keep its cowboy culture as Southern California becomes increasingly diverse.
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