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Council amends and approves Addison Orbit fare ordinance to avoid double charging transfers
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Summary
Council approved an ordinance setting Addison Orbit fares (adult $3, senior $1.50, paratransit $3.50, children under 12 free) and accepted an amendment to ensure no local segment charge when the trip is in conjunction with a paid DART trip through a rally point transfer.
Ashley Shroyer, deputy city manager, presented staff recommendations for Addison Orbit fares and said the model largely mirrors DART’s approach while allowing free connections through rally points when riders have already paid a regional fare. She cited adult one-way fare at $3, senior $1.50, paratransit $3.50, and free rides for children under 12 and riders 65 and older when applicable.
Council member Marlon Wilson moved a minor edit to the ordinance to align with prior council guidance and to clarify that there is no charge for a trip segment “in conjunction with a paid DART trip.” The amendment was accepted by staff, moved and seconded, and the ordinance was approved by voice vote. Council discussed interoperability concerns (DART GoPass compatibility) and confirmed transfers will not double-charge riders if they connect through a paid DART trip at a rally point.
What’s next: The ordinance amending Chapter 2 (Master Fee Ordinance) to add Addison Orbit transit fees was approved; staff will implement the fare structure and monitor transfer functionality with DART/VIA systems.
