Another North Texas community is considering the possibility of cutting ties with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART).
Monday, the Town of Addison posted notice of a meeting on Dec. 2 to allow the city council to consider a spring election for residents to decide whether to withdraw from DART.
Addison said it contributes a one-cent sales and use tax to DART. Beginning in 1984, Addison said it has contributed over $400.5 million to DART; $17.6 million in Fiscal Year 2025.
Several communities are questioning their return on investment in the transit agency . The City of Plano is negotiating with DART after calling for a similar vote along with Irving, Farmers Branch, and Highland Park.
According to the Town of Addison, "If those elections are successful, the remaining costs and certain

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