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What this is
Resolution No. 25-03 would put Richardson on record as supporting full funding of the Dallas Area Rapid Transit system and urging continued investment in public transit.
Why it matters
The resolution signals Richardson's official position on DART funding at a time when the agency's budget and member-city contributions are under discussion regionally.
Council action
Motion to approve the resolution as presented
Moved by Jennifer Justice. Seconded by Curtis Dorian.
7 yes · 0 no
The approved minutes report the tally without a name-by-name roll call.
Timeline
- July 9, 2026 Agenda posted — February 10, 2025 meeting
- February 10, 2025 Vote taken — February 10, 2025 meeting · Approved 7-0
Appearances on agendas
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City Council — February 10, 2025
Adopt Resolution No. 25-03 supporting DART funding
Official agenda language
CONSIDER RESOLUTION NO. 25-03, SUPPORTING THE FULL FUNDING OF THE DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT (DART) SYSTEM AND URGING CONTINUED INVESTMENT IN PUBLIC TRANSIT.
Documents
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