Title
Consider/Discuss/Act on Amendment to the Existing Interlocal Agreement with Dallas Area Rapid Transit to Provide Micro-Transit Service for 2027
Summary
COUNCIL GOAL: Goal 5: Enhance the quality of life in McKinney
Strategy 5.3: Develop sustainable quality of life improvements within the City of McKinney
MEETING DATE: October 5, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Housing and Community Development
CONTACT: Jasmine Tucker, Transit Administrator
Margaret Li, Director of Housing and Community Development
RECOMMENDED BOARD ACTION:
Staff recommends that the McKinney Urban Transit District (MUTD) Board approve the proposed Resolution amending the existing Interlocal Agreements (ILAs) with Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Local Government Corporation (DART) to provide micro-transit services (known as the Collin County Transit program) and to utilize the DART GoPass application for an estimated $2,275,304 and $60,000 respectively (operation costs vary depending on program utilization). The total estimated operational cost for FY27 is $2,335,304.
ITEM SUMMARY:
This item is to consider/discuss/act on the one-year extension to the current ILAs with DART.
Micro Transit Services
DART GoPass Subscription and License
On September 1, 2026, the MUTD Board directed staff to pursue a one-year extension with DART to continue providing micro-transit services.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
On November 15, 2021, the City Council, on behalf of the MUTD, entered into an ILA with DART to provide microtransit services in the McKinney Urbanized Area.
On March 4, 2025, the City Council adopted a Resolution approving the first amendment to exercise the first option year for the ILA.
On October 6, 2025, the City Council adopted a Resolution approving the second and final option year of the ILA which is set to end on December 31, 2026.
DART currently provides dedicated wheelchair accessible and non-dedicated transit services for the Collin County Transit program.
The turnkey service provides microtr...
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