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Farmers Branch council backs resolution seeking improved DART governance

City of Farmers Branch City Council · February 17, 2026
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Summary

Council unanimously approved a nonbinding resolution supporting a weighted-governance restructure for the Dallas Area Rapid Transit board to give Farmers Branch a dedicated seat, while noting the change likely requires action by the Texas Legislature and may take time to implement.

The Farmers Branch City Council on Feb. 17 unanimously approved a resolution supporting an improved governance structure for the Dallas Area Rapid Transit Authority board that would provide Farmers Branch a dedicated seat and a smaller weighted vote, city officials said.

City Manager Ben Williamson told the council the resolution is nonbinding and part of a broader effort among DART member cities to seek less centralized control and give smaller cities a clearer voice. He credited recent proposals from…

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