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Plano Today
By the People, for the People
Plano Pauses DART Exit Plans After New Proposal
City leaders to continue negotiations with transit agency over service levels, costs, and long-term role.
Published on Feb. 10, 2026
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Plano city leaders have decided to pause their plans to withdraw from the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) system after the agency presented a 'meaningful' new proposal. The city council voted to table further action as talks continue over service levels, costs, and Plano's long-term participation in the regional transit network.
Why it matters
Plano has been considering exiting DART due to concerns that residents are paying more in sales taxes than the city receives in direct transit benefits. The city could redirect its DART sales tax revenue to fund alternative transportation options if it formally withdraws from the system. DART's latest proposal aims to address these concerns, prompting Plano to take more time to analyze the implications before making a final decision.
The details
Under the new proposal from DART, the agency has outlined potential changes to service and financial commitments in an effort to address Plano's concerns. City leaders said the offer was substantial enough to warrant further review before deciding whether to move forward with withdrawing from the regional transit agency.
- On February 10, 2026, Plano city council members voted to table further action on exiting DART.
- In recent days, DART presented its latest proposal to Plano leaders.
The players
Plano
A city in Texas that has been considering withdrawing from the Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) system.
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART)
The regional transit agency serving the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which has made a new proposal to Plano in an effort to address the city's concerns about its participation in the system.
What’s next
Plano officials said they want more time to analyze DART's proposal and its long-term implications for commuters, businesses, and regional connectivity before making a final decision on withdrawing from the regional agency.
The takeaway
Plano's decision to pause its DART exit plans and continue negotiations with the transit agency highlights the complex and evolving nature of regional transportation planning. The outcome of these discussions could have significant consequences for commuters, businesses, and the broader Dallas-Fort Worth area.
