DATA Statement on DART Board Workshop on January 8th, 2025
— The DART board is discussing cutting back fixed route bus service in Plano in order to fund city wide GoLink service
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DATA Statement on Upcoming DART Board Workshops on January 8th and 10th 2025
The upcoming DART Board working sessions are expected to discuss key decision points regarding the governance and finances of DART
Fixed vs Dynamic Public Transit
Recently, some DART board and city council members have said that dynamic transit systems like Uber and Lyft are the future. They claim that fixed-route transit systems, like buses and trains, are no longer the most effective way to move people around.
January Newsletter
Happy New Year from all of us at DATA! We have a great newsletter with all of our upcoming events and what we've accomplished in the past month of December.
DATA Response to DART Board of Directors Workshop on Member City Requests and Demands
On December 18, 2024, the DART Board of Directors held a workshop to discuss several key requests and demands raised by its member cities, primarily Plano. The discussion focused on four primary topics
December Newsletter
Happy Holidays from all of us at DATA! We got a few events and some news for this month we'd like for you to be aware about
November Newsletter
We’ll be discussing proposed sales tax cuts, taking a detailed look at their potential impacts and the essential frequency plans they could jeopardize. This is also a great opportunity to connect with fellow transit advocates in our community.
October Newsletter
We will be discussing more plans about our state legislative strategy, giving some advocacy updates, and socializing with our fellow transit advocates as we always do.
Dallas Area Transit Alliance Announces New Officers in Member Election
On September 21, 2024, the Dallas Area Transit Alliance (DATA) convened and proudly announced its newly elected officers committed to advocating for public transit improvements and funding in the Dallas area.
Week Without Driving: September 30 - October 6, 2024
Nearly a third of people living in the United States – people with disabilities, young people, seniors and people who can’t afford cars or gas- do not drive. Join us in Week Without Driving co-hosted by Dallas Bicycle Coalition and Better Block, and partnered by Feonix Mobility, Dallas Area Transit Alliance, DFW Urbanistas, Dallas Youth Commission, and Dallas Neighbors for Housing
September Newsletter
Our September newsletter highlights key events, including our General Meeting on September 21 at a brand new venue.
DATA responds to DART FY2025 Budget Proposal
Contact the DART Board and tell them that you oppose DART funding caps and cuts
August Newsletter
Our August newsletter highlights key events, including our General Meeting on August 18 and upcoming public meetings at the DART Board and Dallas City Council.
Formation of Dallas Area Transit Alliance (DATA)
Today we officially announce the formation of the Dallas Area Transit Alliance (DATA), a grassroots organization committed to the preservation and advancement of Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART).
Myth versus Fact
There are some statements that cities or elected officials have been making that are incorrect regarding DART and their services, funding, or safety. DATA has compiled some of them and debunked every myth.
Background on DART cuts
At the time of writing this, 5 cities have voted for and 2 cities have voted against a reduction in DART's funding by 25%. Here's how we got here and what's coming next.