Plano Press Conference
Dallas Area Transit Alliance will host a press conference in Plano, during which members of DATA and allied organizations will speak out against the transportation bills that could irreparably harm DART and its ability to serve the riders. HB 3187 and SB 1557 would ultimately result in a 44% funding cut to DART at a time where transit is becoming increasingly popular and critical to a growing region. The members of DATA believe that if any of these bills pass, there will be serious transportation, economic, and environmental impacts that could harm the prosperity of the entire DFW region.
Additional Press Conference Details below:
Location: Plano Municipal Center, north lawn by the flag poles: 1520 K Ave, Plano, TX 75074
Time: March 24th, 6:30PM - 7:00PM
Plano Council Attendance and Public Comment
Immediately following the DATA press conference, we will enter the Plano City Council Chambers during their regular session and sit in until comments of public interest. You can register to speak during this portion at City of Plano Meeting Registration . If you wish to speak on DART during the meeting, prepare for a 1 minute or even 30 second speech.
Location: Plano Municipal Center, north lawn by the flag poles: 1520 K Ave, Plano, TX 75074
Time: March 24th, 7:00PM - 8:00PM+ (City Council meeting may go longer)
Note: all public comments during this portion are Zoom Only, so DATA members present at that time are encouraged to step out into the hallway to leave your comment.
Expectations for DATA members
DATA members will comply with all code and ordinances of the City of Plano, and instructions from Plano Officials. A few, but not all ordinances that may apply are linked below. Overall, attendees of this press conference are expected to not block any entrances to public buildings or make excessive noise. DATA has gotten direction that the sound setup we intend to use will not cause excessive noise. Attendees are welcome to wear their DATA T-shirts, buttons, or any other items to signal support of public transit in north Texas. Signs, clapping, cheering etc are also welcome to the extent they are respectful. Following the Press Conference, those who choose to attend the council meeting to speak are expected to follow the typical decorum for a city council meeting. Please route any questions to Tyler Wright on the data social channels or via VP@ridewithdata.org
Sample Plano Ordinances
Noise Ordinance: Code of Ordinances | Plano, TX | Municode Library
Encroachment of Public Property: Code of Ordinances | Plano, TX | Municode Library
Transit Directions and Meetup Point
Plano Municipal Center is within walking distance of Downtown Plano Station, served by the red and orange lines. Additional bus service to downtown Plano is offered via the 236 out of Addison and the 247 out of Garland.
The press conference will be held on the north side lawn of the municipal center, near the flag poles. See image for reference.
