City Council opts not to explore bringing DART to DeSoto

DeSoto city leaders have rejected a proposal to look at bringing in Dallas Area Rapid Transit on-demand services.

The city council on Tuesday voted against exploring DART’s GoLink service to supplement local STAR Transit.

The Kaufman-based transportation service has operated in DeSoto since 2018, providing pre-scheduled rides for seniors, medical riders and residents who depend on transit. It also operates in nearby areas including Seagoville, Cedar Hill, Balch Springs and Rockwall County. Two DeSoto council members wanted to evaluate additional options, pointing to what they say are gaps in STAR’s service, such as unreliable return trips, limited same-day service and inconsistent availability during peak hours…

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