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Consider proposed Charter amendments for final recommendation by the Charter Review Committee; and take appropriate action.
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DISCUSSION:
The committee reviewed the proposed items outlined below at its June 17, 2026, meeting and will determine and vote on whether the following item should move forward.
1. Consider draft language regarding the creation of a Transit Committee that will be called every fourth year before the sixth year when the City can call for an election to exit Dallas Area Rapid Transit.
Sec. 2.20. - Transit Committee
The Council shall appoint, at least once each four years, a Transit Committee, comprised of seven regular members and two alternate members to review, evaluate and make recommendations to the Council on the City’s continued participation in regional transit systems. Appointment of members, and removal with or without cause, shall be by majority vote of members of the Council then present. The Transit Committee’s appointment, service and recommendations shall be submitted to and considered by the Council at least 30 days prior to any date on which an election may be called to continue or discontinue the City’s participation in the regional transit system.