DART is currently developing the budget for Fiscal Year 2026. Adding to inflationary pressures and contractual cost increases, the DART Board of Directors in March approved the creation of a General Mobility Program (GMP) in an effort to resolve member city issues locally. This program was developed in response to requests from some member cities seeking to address a reported difference between the amount of sales taxes collected in their city and the cost of services received.

The GMP would be funded by 5% of DART’s annual sales tax revenue. For Fiscal Year 2026, an estimated $42.59 million would be redistributed to seven eligible cities using a formula that considers the difference between sales tax collection and service costs as a percentage of the total GMP. This funding method would continue through fiscal years 2027 and 2028.

Service Adjustments and Fare Increases Proposed

In order to support the GMP, DART must plan for a reduction in service across all transit modes. A fare increase, which is phase two of the previous fare changes approved in 2024, is also proposed. If approved, these changes are expected to begin rolling out in January 2026.

Community Participation Encouraged

To ensure transparency and gather input on our communities’ priorities, DART invites riders, community leaders, and stakeholders to participate in a series of public meetings taking place through July 7, 2025.

There will be 16 total opportunities to engage, including in-person community meetings and a virtual town hall meeting. These meetings are a chance for the public to learn more about the proposed service changes, ask questions, and provide feedback.

All input collected will be shared with the DART Board of Directors at a Public Hearing scheduled for July 8, 2025.

Upcoming Pre-Public Hearing Community Meetings:

Plano
Monday, June 16, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Plano Municipal Center (Inspections Training Rm #155)
1520 K. Ave, Plano, 75074

Cockrell Hill
Tuesday, June 17, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Jaycee Zaragoza Recreation Center (Large Room)
3114 Clymer St., Dallas, 75212

Farmers Branch
Wednesday, June 18, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center
14050 Heartside Place, Farmers Branch, TX 75234

Highland Park and University Park
Wednesday, June 18, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
University Park City Hall
3800 University Blvd, Dallas, 75205

Carrollton
Monday, June 23, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Carrollton Senior Center
1720 Keller Springs Rd., Carrollton, 75006

Rowlett
Wednesday, June 25, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Rowlett Community Center (Room D)
5300 Main St., Rowlett, 75088

Garland
Thursday, June 26, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Garland City Hall, 200 N. Fifth St., Garland, 75040

Dallas
Tuesday, June 17, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Singing Hills Recreation Center (Large Room)
6805 Patrol Way, Dallas, 75241

Dallas
Saturday, June 28, 10 a.m.
DART Headquarters (Boardroom)
1401 Pacific Avenue, Dallas, TX 75202

Virtual
Tuesday, July 1, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Visit DART.org for more information

Telephone Town Hall
Friday, June 27, 12 p.m. (noon)
Visit DART.org for more information and to register

We encourage everyone to attend a meeting, ask questions, and share their thoughts. Your feedback will help guide decisions that impact our region’s mobility future.

Please submit your comments and questions via email to [email protected] or leave a message at 214-749-3969. For additional information, visit DART.org/2026Proposal

DART will continue to provide updates on the proposed service changes and the GMP process, including meeting outcomes and next steps. We thank you for your continued partnership and support as we work to provide equitable, efficient, and sustainable mobility solutions.