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Addison Votes to Hold Election on Leaving DART
City joins several other North Texas municipalities considering withdrawal from regional transit agency.
Jan. 28, 2026 at 3:47pm
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The Addison City Council voted 5-2 to put a potential withdrawal from the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) system on the May ballot. Addison is the latest of six DART member cities, including Highland Park, University Park, Farmers Branch, Irving, and Plano, that are considering leaving the transit agency over longstanding dissatisfaction with DART's funding and operations.
Why it matters
The potential withdrawal of multiple DART member cities highlights growing tensions between the regional transit agency and some of the municipalities it serves. This could have significant impacts on DART's operations and finances if the withdrawal efforts are successful.
The details
Addison's decision to hold a withdrawal election follows similar moves by other North Texas cities that have grown frustrated with DART. Some cities have begun exploring the possibility of creating their own more localized transit options. However, DART is negotiating with the cities and has warned that successful withdrawal elections could lead to the shutdown of several DART stations.
- The Addison City Council voted on the withdrawal election on January 27, 2026.
- The withdrawal election in Addison is scheduled for May 2026.
- DART has a public hearing scheduled for March 24, 2026 to outline the potential impacts of member cities withdrawing.
The players
Addison City Council
The governing body of the City of Addison, Texas that voted 5-2 to put a potential withdrawal from DART on the May 2026 ballot.
DART
The Dallas Area Rapid Transit agency that operates public transportation services in the North Texas region. DART is negotiating with member cities considering withdrawal and has warned of potential service impacts.
What’s next
DART has until the end of next month to negotiate with the cities considering withdrawal and get them to cancel their planned elections.
The takeaway
The potential withdrawal of multiple DART member cities highlights growing tensions between the regional transit agency and some of the municipalities it serves, which could have significant impacts on DART's operations and finances if the withdrawal efforts are successful.
