DALLAS — Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) will host a series of public hearings this summer to gather community input on potential service and fare changes that could significantly impact riders across all 13 member cities. The hearings are part of DART’s commitment to transparency, regional equity, and customer engagement under the guiding message: Your Voice Matters.

The potential changes are largely driven by the implementation of the newly approved General Mobility Program (GMP). The GMP reallocates 5% of DART’s annual sales tax collections, equivalent to approximately $42.59 million in FY 2026 to seven cities that received less service value than their contributions in FY 2023. Those cities include Addison, Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Highland Park, Richardson, Plano, and University Park.

DART's Board adopted this program in response to concerns raised by some member cities regarding sales tax equity. While this effort aims to address those concerns, it also creates significant funding constraints, requiring DART to consider the largest systemwide service reduction in its history. These proposed changes, along with inflationary pressures, increased city service requests, and the early launch of the Silver Line, will require public transit adjustments across the entire network.

If implemented, service changes may include:

• Discontinuation of nine bus routes
• Elimination of one GoLink zone and three zone-to-zone pilot programs
• Reduced service frequency on light and commuter rail lines
• Paratransit fare increases and coverage reductions
• GoLink modifications to operate from designated rally points, with premium fares for curb-to-curb options

Additionally, Phase 2 of DART’s fare restructure reform, separate from the GMP, will be discussed. This includes changes to paratransit, Corporate Annual Passes, and regional fares, and introduces distance-based pricing for GoLink. These adjustments are designed to improve fare equity and long-term financial sustainability.

“We understand these changes affect people’s lives,” said Jeamy Molina, DART Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer. “That’s why we’re committed to listening to our community before any final decisions are made.”

Public participation is vital. DART invites riders, residents, and stakeholders to attend pre-public hearing community sessions, submit feedback, and participate in the formal Public Hearing process during the DART Board meeting that is scheduled for July 8, 2025, at 6 p.m. Final decisions will be made by the DART Board in August 2025, with changes tentatively effective January 2026.

For a full schedule of pre-hearing events and to submit a comment, please visit the link below:

www.dart.org/2026Proposal

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