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Hello Community Partners:
Since 1999, researchers at the University of North Texas have analyzed the economic impact of the agency’s light rail stations. We released the most recent study – The Economic Impact Near DART Light Rail Stations 2019-2021 – in September. As you might imagine, these studies have consistently found that, along with transit accessibility, DART boosts the economic wellbeing of the DFW region.
As DART’s light rail system has grown, the agency’s rail stations have steadily attracted new development nearby, including housing, office, and retail establishments. In addition to previously built transit-oriented developments, DART now has 11 joint developments underway on properties surrounding agency rail stations and transit centers in five member cities. These joint development projects, undertaken in partnership with Dallas, Addison, Carrollton, Garland, and Richardson, will transform DART’s underutilized parking lots into vibrant, fantastic spaces.
Along with more information from the most recent UNT economic development study, this issue includes:
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A profile of D’Andrala Alexander, who represents the City of Dallas on the DART Board of Directors.
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A city spotlight on Irving, the first city outside of Dallas to be served by two rail lines.
As we move toward the future we have envisioned for North Texas, I invite you to partner with DART to invest in additional development that supports transit, improves the quality of life, and fosters sustainable growth. I continue to be energized by prospective projects on the horizon, and I hope you are as well.
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