AGENDA ITEM NO. 1
MINUTES
DALLAS AREA RAPID TRANSIT
BOARD OF DIRECTORS'
August 23, 2016
The Dallas Area Rapid Transit Board of Directors' meeting convened on Tuesday,
August 23, 2016, at 6:35 p.m., at DART Headquarters, 1401 Pacific Avenue, Dallas, Texas,
with Vice-Chair Carrizales presiding.
City of Dallas
Jim Adams
Sue S. Bauman
Richard Carrizales - Vice-Chair
Jerry L. Christian- Assistant Secretary
Amanda Moreno Cross
Pamela Dunlop Gates
Michele Wong Krause
City of Garland
Jonathan R. Kelly
City of Irving
Rick Stopfer
City of Plano
Paul N. Wageman
City of Cockrell Hill and Dallas
William M. Velasco, II
Cities of Carrollton and Irving
Tim Hayden
Cities of Farmers Branch and Plano
Faye Moses Wilkins - Chair
Cities of Garland, Rowlett, and Glenn Heights
Mark C. Enoch
Cities of Richardson and University Park; Towns of Addison and Highland Park
Gary A. Slagel- Secretary
Chair Moses Wilkins was absent.
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General Items:
1.
Approval of Minutes:
August 9, 2016
Mr. Slagel moved for approval of the August 9, 2016 Board of Directors' Meeting
Minutes, as written.
Mr. Velasco seconded. There being no objection, Vice-Chair Carrizales declared
the August 9, 2016, Board of Directors' Meeting Minutes entered into record as
written.
Vice-Chair Carrizales took a moment to welcome Ms. Adlene Harrison, former Mayor of
Dallas and former DART Board Chair, Mr. John Tatem. former DART Board-member;
and Deputy Mayor Pro Tern Erik Wilson, District 8, City of Dallas.
2.
CAC Report on the July 21, 2016, and August 18, 2016, Meetings
Mr. Madan Goyal, Chair of the Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC), provided an
overview of the CAC meetings that convened on July 21 , 2016, and August 18, 2016.
(Copies on file with the Office of Board Support).
3.
Public Comments
Vice-Chair Carrizales reviewed the rules that govern the Public Comments portion
of the meeting, including the Code of Conduct for Citizens, News Media, and
Visitors at DART Board Meetings (on file with the Office of Board Support).
The following individuals addressed the Board:
Reverend Karl Schwarz; Dallas, TX:
Rev. Schwarz, Executive Director of the First Presbyterian Church of Dallas, spoke in
regards to DART's legacy and his concern with any at-grade rail line bringing havoc to
their ministries. Rev. Schwarz stated we, at First Presbyterian Church of Dallas,
categorically support a D2 subway.
Mr. Michael Van Haus; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Van Haus, Project Director for the Statler Hotel & Residences off Commerce Street,
voiced their appreciation of DART not using the Jackson Street alignment. He then
voiced his support of a D2 subway.
Mr. John Tatem, Dallas, TX:
Mr. Tatem spoke in reference to the 1991 ILA and voiced his support for a D2 subway.
Ms. Rachel Triska; Dallas, TX:
Ms. Triska, Deep Ellum Community Association President and Executive Director of
Life in Deep Ell urn, voiced concerns, on behalf of her community, regarding traffic and
the lack of communication between DART and its community. She requested DART do
its due diligence and hoped it would engage the community by allowing conversation, in
reference to the 02 Project, where the people have some say on what is occurring in their
neighborhoods.
Ms. Suzanne Erickson; Dallas, TX:
Ms. Erickson, Director of Children and Youth Programs at the Stew Pot - First
Presbyterian Church of Dallas, spoke in reference to public safety and her support for a
D2 subway.
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Ms. Jessica Burnham; Richardson, TX:
Ms. Burnham, Executive Director of Deep Ellum Foundation, spoke in reference to
connectivity between district, cultural and historical preservation. She voiced concern
regarding the impact a rail line would cause to Deep Ellum and her support for a D2
subway.
Ms. Nicky Emery; Dallas, TX:
Ms. Emery spoke in reference to historic preservation and voiced her lack of support for
the D2 at-grade rail line project.
Ms. Tammy Johnson; Dallas, TX:
Ms. Johnson voiced her support in using funds for D2 Project as a subway instead of
using funds for the Cotton Belt Corridor.
Mr. Lawrence Sweeney; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Sweeney, Development Director for the Scottish Rite Lively Museum, spoke in
regards to the D2 project, and a 100-year decision. He stated he opposed any surface rail
line and is in favor of a D2 subway.
Mr. Patrick Kennedy; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Kennedy, City of Dallas resident and an urban designer, spoke in regards to regional
priorities. and is in favor of City of Carrollton's Mayor Matthew Merchant's Bus Rapid
Transit (BRT) service on the Cotton Belt Corridor. He also supported a fully below
ground subway for the D2 Project.
Mr. Matt Tranchin; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Tranchin, Executive Director of Coalition for a New Dallas, spoke in regards to the
D2 Project and the D2 Stakeholders. He stated the stakeholders had united in support or
a D2 Project subway.
Mr. Greg DeMars; Dallas, TX:
Mr. DeMars, President of the Downtown Dallas Neighborhood Association, spoke in
regards to the impact of the D2 Project on their downtown neighborhood. He voiced his
support of a subway for the D2 Project. On an online poll, Mr. DeMars stated, 93% of
residents said they supported a subway only for downtown Dallas and the locally
preferred alternative received 0% ofvotes.
Mr. Jon Hetzel; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Hetzel, President of the Deep Ellum Foundation and Madison Partners
Representative, spoke in regards economic development in Deep Ellum and how it
related to DART. He voiced his strong support of a D2 subway and asked that DART
analysis alternative connections compared to what is currently proposed for the gateway
of Deep Ell urn.
Mr. Lawrence Marasco; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Marasco, President of Soco Urban Lofts in Downtown Dallas, voiced his opposition
to the locally preferred alternative 02 Project, not only as the finished product, but also
during the Environmental Study's Process. He spoke in reference to the quality of life in
their neighborhood, and his support for a D2 subway.
Mr. Christian left the meeting at 7:14p.m.
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Items:
5.
Approval of DART Board Policy 11.04, Investment Policv, and Approval of DART's
FY 2017 Investment Strategy
Mr. Wageman moved for approval of Resolution 160086 that states that:
Section 1:
In accordance with the Texas Public Funds Investment Act, DART
Board Policy 11.04, Investment Policy, has been reviewed and is
approved as shown in Exhibit 1 to this Resolution.
Section 2:
The FY 2017 Investment Strategy as shown in Exhibit 2 to this
Resolution is adopted and shall become effective on October 1, 2016.
Section 3: The Investment Policy and FY 2017 Investment Strategy
are adopted by the DART Board of Directors.
Slagel seconded and the item was approved unanimously.
Mr. Wageman recused himself at 7:15p.m.
4.
Approval of Local Government Investment Cooperative (LOGI C) and TexPool
Local Government Investment Pools for Cash Equivalent Needs
Mr. Hayden moved for approval of Resolution 160087 that states that the
PresidentfExe.cutive Director, or his designee, is authorized to invest DART funds in
Local Government Investment Cooperative (LOGIC) and TexPoollocal government
investment pools for cash equivalent needs.
Ms. Wong Krause seconded and the item was approved unanimously.
Mr. Wageman reentered the meeting 7: 16p.m.
6.
Appointment of Regional Rail Right-of-Way Company Board Member to fulfill
unexpired term
Ms. Dunlop Gates moved for approval of a resolution stating DART Board
Members Richard Carrizales and Faye Moses Wilkins are appointed to the
Regional Rail Right-of-Way Company to complete unexpired terms until December
12, 2017. Said persons shall serve in this capacity as an additional duty of their
current DART position.
Ms. Wong Krause seconded.
Mr. Wageman interjected for clarification, stating the resolution only called for a single
appointment of Board Member Richard Carrizales.
Ms. Dunlop Gates thanked Mr. Wageman for the point of clarification. She then restated
her motion as follows:
Ms. Dunlop Gates moved for approval of Resolution 160088 stating that DART
Board Member Richard Carrizales is appointed to the Regional Rail Right-of-Way
Company to complete the unexpired term until December 12, 2017. Said person
shall serve in this capacity as an additional duty of their current DART position.
Ms. Wong Krause seconded and the item was approved unanimously.
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7.
+Extension of Time for Board Members to Submit Trial Board Panel Ballots to
Office of Board Support
This item was not discussed.
Other Items:
8.
Public Comments
The fo llowing individuals addressed the Board:
Ms. Ashlee Hueston; Dallas, TX:
Ms. Hueston, homeowner at Soco Urban Lofts, proud employee of First Presbyterian
Church Outreach Ministry - the Stew Pot, and a monthly DART pass purchaser, spoke in
regards to the threat to their quality of life in downtown Dallas, including the children,
the homeless people that are served by the Stew Pot.
Mr. Fredrick Frost; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Frost, a 26 year DART commuter, stated he has been severely impacted by the
construction on 1-35 in regards to his traveling on the two routes he takes. He said he
take Route 278 Express to the Red Bird Transit. He voiced his frustration in not know
where to catch the bus and the bus operators inability to know which direction to travel.
Mr. Frost stated he hoped commuters could get a cohesive plan going on the direction of
Route 278-Express bus. He then stated that he too supports the D2 project as a subway.
Vice-Chair Carrizales referred Mr. Frost to Mr. Todd Plesko, Vice President of Planning
and Development.
Ms. Wong Krause stepped out of the meeting at 7:22p.m.
Mr. Richard Sheridan; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Sheridan spoke against the new DART surface line train. (copy of comments on file
with the Office of Board Support.)
Ms. Wong Krause reentered the meeting at 7:24p.m.
Ms. Shenita Cleveland; Cedar Hill, TX:
Ms. Cleveland, a recent City Council Candidate in Cedar Hill, stated she did support
DART going into the City of Cedar Hill. She then spoke in reference to the D2 Project as
a subway.
Mr. Christopher Penney; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Penney, Business Professor at University of North Texas, spoke in reference to the
D2 Project. He opined DART had met the thresholds set by the 1991 DART Board and
voiced his support of a D2 subway.
Mr. Kevin Butler; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Butler, Resident of For North Dallas and works in North Plano, TX, voiced his
support of a D2 subway.
Mr. Stopfer left the meeting at 7:31 p.m.
Mr. Ken Dubie; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Dubie, homeowner, encouraged the Board to think big and create something great.
He said DART could build a Commerce Street line to give the best downtown in north
America or an alignment to create a big loop to tie all of the transit together and serve
downtown Dallas as an entire community.
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Ms. Amanda Austin; Dallas, TX:
Ms. Austin, Owner of Dallas Comedy House in Deep Ell urn and a resident of Downtown
Dallas, spoke in regards to DART's 5-Star values and how it pertains to the D2 subway
alignment.
Dr. Vinay Jain, MD; Dallas, TX:
Dr. Jain, practicing Medical Oncologist at Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas
and President of the Shrarnan South Asian Museum and Learning Center Foundation,
spoke in reference to the impact a D2 alignment would cause to their foundation. He
recommended the subway alignment, however, as DART being the professionals in this
business, the foundation staff would work with them, if allowed, to find potential
solutions.
Mr. Crispin Lawson; Dallas, TX:
Prior to discussing his concern, Mr. Lawson voiced his support of a D2 subway. He then
stated he was addressing the Board regarding the ongoing criminal activity at West End
Station. Mr. Lawson stated crimes rise at this station after 9:00 p.m. and recommended
DART Police Officers be stationed at this location after hours to assist with this issue.
Vice-Chair Carrizales referred Mr. Lawson to Deputy Chief Matt Walling, DART Police,
however Mr. Lawson declined to speak to him.
Mr. Bob Emery; Dallas, TX:
Mr. Emery spoke in reference to the negative impacts related to the D2 surface
alignment. He stated he was in support of the need for the addition of a second
downtown alignment although he did not support a surface alignment due to the
multitude of negative economic and social impacts for Downtown Dallas and Deep
Ellum. He opined a subway was the right decision for Dallas and the region.
Mr. Albert Dirla, Employee:
Mr. Darla, DART employee and Recording Secretary with Amalgamated Transit Union Local Division 13 38, spoke in reference to Agenda Item 7, Extension of Time for Board
Members to Submit Trial Board Panel Ballots to Office of Board Support. He further
stated he supported ' Just Dig It", the slogan for a D2 subway.
Mr. Kenneth Day, Employee:
Mr. Day, DART Employee and President with Amalgamated Transit Union - Local
Division 1338, spoke in reference to Agenda Item 7, Extension of Time for Board
Members to Submit Trial Board Panel Ballots to Office of Board Support.
Ms. Breonny Lee; Duncanville, TX:
Ms. Lee, active member of the Deep Ellum community, Member of the Community
Association Board of Directors and the mother of scholars at Upli ft Luna Preparatory
spoke in reference to the impact of the D2 alignment to the community.
Ms. Yessica Hernandez; Dallas, TX:
Ms. Hernandez, Community Organizer for the North Texas Dream Team, citizen of
District 5 and Pleasant Grove, spoke in reference to a crime incident she experienced a
few months after the December 201 0 opening of the Green Line in her neighborhood.
She voiced her opposition to a surface rail line and requested the Board consider where
they allocate their sources, especially in regards to DART's safety.
Vice-Chair Carrizales referred Ms. Hernandez to Deputy Chief Walling.
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Ms. Monigue Moore; Dallas, TX:
Ms. Moore addressed the Board concerning precaution towards civilians riding the public
transportation.
Vice-Chair Carrizales referred Ms. Moore to Deputy Chief Walling.
Other Items:
9.
Adjournment
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting was adjourned at 8:00p.m.
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Josefina Chavira, CAP
Board Committee Secretary
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* Briefing Item
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