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Governor Abbott Asks Counties For Financial Impact Of Border Crisis

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Governor Abbott Asks Counties For Financial Impact Of Border Crisis
Governor Greg Abbott today sent a letter to county judges across the state asking them to send to the Governor’s office a full and accurate estimate of the fiscal impact of the current border crisis on their respective counties. The State of Texas will use this information to formally request that the federal government pay in full for these costs borne by state and local governments. The Governor also noted that the efforts of county judges can be bolstered if their Commissioner Courts adopt a resolution supporting the State of Texas’ request for federal reimbursement.

“Securing the border is the federal government’s responsibility, but the current crisis has placed a costly burden on the State of Texas and on our local governments,” reads the Governor’s letter. “I have heard from many counties about the challenges they are facing from the surge in illegal border crossings.  Several counties have declared local disasters.  Other counties have been working around the clock in response to the federal government opening migrant facilities in their counties. I strongly believe that your county, our state, and our fellow Texans should not be forced to shoulder these costs and that the federal government should reimburse us in full.”

Source: gov.texas.gov

Global spice importer exposed workers to amputation, struck-by, crushed-by hazards at Jackson facility, federal safety inspection finds

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Global spice importer exposed workers to amputation, struck-by, crushed-by hazards at Jackson facility, federal safety inspection finds

iSpice LLC faces $121K in penalties for workplace safety failures

When employers disregard safety measures and fail to properly supervise employees, the risks of serious injuries or illnesses increase – this is exactly the scenario that OSHA inspectors discovered during an investigation at iSpice LLC, a global spice importer, processor, and supplier based in Jackson, Alabama. OSHA found workers exposed to amputation, struck-by, crushed-by, and electrical hazards. The company faces $121,511 in penalties.

OSHA determined that the employer allowed workers to clean mixing machines without using a lockout device that prevents the machines from starting unexpectedly during service and maintenance. iSpice also failed to implement energy control procedures, train workers on lockout/Tagout practices and use machine guarding to keep employees protected from a rotating portion of the mixer.

In addition, iSpice allowed workers to use powered industrial trucks with a damaged seatbelt – exposing them to struck-by and crushed by hazards – and failed to make sure the drivers were competent to operate the equipment. The employer also exposed workers to electrical hazards by allowing multiple boxes and outlets that were uncovered or lacked faceplates and used a fan with an exposed splice in the cord.

“This employer put their employees at serious risk needlessly by failing to provide training and implement well-known protections,” said OSHA Area Director Jose Gonzalez in Mobile, Alabama. “These protections are not optional, they are every worker’s right.”

The company has 15 business days from receipt of its citations and penalties to comply, request an informal conference with OSHA’s area director, or contest the findings before the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for their employees.

Source: www.osha.gov

DART GoLink Pilot Program for South Dallas/Fair Park Area Begins April 26

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DART GoLink Pilot Program for South Dallas/Fair Park Area Begins April 26

The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) South Dallas GoLink program, an on-demand, personalized, curb-to-curb service for areas around South Dallas and Fair Park, begins its six-month pilot program on Monday, April 26.

South Dallas GoLink Zone

Working with the South Dallas/Fair Park (SDFP) Transportation Initiative group, a survey of 200 residents of zip codes 75210 and 75215 was completed that identified concerns that the pilot demonstration hopes to rectify.

Through the survey, the SDFP group noted that the South Dallas-Fair Park neighborhood has extensive bus and rail service, but that bus travel within the neighborhood can be difficult for very short trips, particularly to the recreation center and grocery stores. The area is currently served by four DART rail stations, MLK, Jr. Station, Fair Park Station, Hatcher Station, and Cedars Station, as well as 10 bus routes.

Already available in Western Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Southeast Garland, Glenn Heights, Inland Port, South Irving, Kleberg/Rylie, Lake Highlands, Lakewood, North Dallas, Park Cities, Legacy West, Far North Plano, North Central Plano/Chase Oaks, and Rowlett, the GoLink pilot for South Dallas and Fair Park will cost $50,000, includes one dedicated accessible taxi, supplemented by Uber Pool, and covers an 8.5-sq. mile area.

Additional GoLink information can be found at www.dart.org/golink.

Source: dart.org

WANTED: Fugitive responsible for Murder

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WANTED: Fugitive responsible for Murder

 
Crime Stoppers and the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division need the public’s assistance locating fugitive John Johnson, who is wanted for Murder.

On Monday, April 5, 2021, at approximately 3:30 p.m., fugitive John Johnson was involved in a shooting in the 1400 block of W. Gulf Bank Road in Houston, Texas. During the incident, the fugitive shot and killed the victim then fled the location in an unknown direction of travel.

Fugitive John Johnson is a black male, 30 years old, approximately 6’2”, 205 lbs., with brown eyes and black hair.

Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, charging, and/or arrest of the suspects in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org, or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.

Warrant active as of 4/25/21.

HPD 447845-21
FUGITIVE: John Johnson
FUGITIVE: John Johnson
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Oscar Winners 2021

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Oscar Winners 2021
Anthony Hopkins, Frances McDormand win top acting categories

From Chloe Zhao and Yuh-Jung Youn’s history-making Oscar wins to Thomas Vinterberg’s emotional tribute to his daughter, these were the night’s most memorable moments.

Chloe Zhao’s “Nomadland,” a wistful portrait of itinerant lives on open roads across the American West, won the best picture Sunday at the 93rd Academy Awards, where the China-born Zhao also became just the second woman to win the best director and the first woman of color.

“Nomadland” star Frances McDormand won the best actress. The win puts McDormand (previously a winner for “Fargo” and “Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri”) in a rare company as a three-time acting winner. Only Katherine Hepburn (a four-time winner) has won best actress more times.

In the night’s biggest surprise, the best actor went to Anthony Hopkins for the dementia drama “The Father.” The award had been widely expected to go to Chadwick Boseman for his final performance in “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom.” Hopkins was not in attendance.

The full list of winners and nominees is below.

ACTOR IN A LEADING ROLE

Winner: Anthony Hopkins in THE FATHER

Riz Ahmed in SOUND OF METAL

Chadwick Boseman in MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM

Gary Oldman in MANK

Steven Yeun in MINARI

ACTRESS IN A LEADING ROLE

Winner: Frances McDormand in NOMADLAND

Viola Davis in MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM

Andra Day in THE UNITED STATES VS. BILLIE HOLIDAY

Vanessa Kirby in PIECES OF A WOMAN

Carey Mulligan in PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN

BEST PICTURE

Winner: NOMADLAND
Frances McDormand, Peter Spears, Mollye Asher, Dan Janvey, and Chloé Zhao, Producers

THE FATHER
David Parfitt, Jean-Louis Livi and Philippe Carcassonne, Producers

JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH
Shaka King, Charles D. King and Ryan Coogler, Producers

MANK
Ceán Chaffin, Eric Roth and Douglas Urbanski, Producers

MINARI
Christina Oh, Producer

PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN
Ben Browning, Ashley Fox, Emerald Fennell and Josey McNamara, Producers

SOUND OF METAL
Bert Hamelinck and Sacha Ben Harroche, Producers

THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7
Marc Platt and Stuart Besser, Producers

MUSIC (ORIGINAL SONG)

Winner: “Fight For You” from JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH
Music by H.E.R. and Dernst Emile II
Lyric by H.E.R. and Tiara Thomas

“Hear My Voice” from THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7
Music by Daniel Pemberton
Lyric by Daniel Pemberton and Celeste Waite

“Husavik” from EUROVISION SONG CONTEST: THE STORY OF FIRE SAGA
Music and Lyric by Savan Kotecha, Fat Max Gsus and Rickard Gransson

“Io S (Seen)” from THE LIFE AHEAD (LA VITA DAVANTI A SE)
Music by Diane Warren
Lyric by Diane Warren and Laura Pausini

“Speak Now” from ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI…
Music and Lyric by Leslie Odom, Jr. and Sam Ashworth

From Chloe Zhao and Yuh-Jung Youn’s history-making Oscar wins to Thomas Vinterberg’s emotional tribute to his daughter, these were the night’s most memorable moments.

MUSIC (ORIGINAL SCORE)

Winner: SOUL
Trent Reznor, Atticus Ross and Jon Batiste

DA 5 BLOODS
Terence Blanchard

MANK
Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross

MINARI
Emile Mosseri

NEWS OF THE WORLD
James Newton Howard

FILM EDITING

Winner: SOUND OF METAL
Mikkel E. G. Nielsen

THE FATHER
Yorgos Lamprinos

NOMADLAND
Chloé Zhao

PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN
Frédéric Thoraval

THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7
Alan Baumgarten

CINEMATOGRAPHY

MANK
Erik Messerschmidt

JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH
Sean Bobbitt

NEWS OF THE WORLD
Dariusz Wolski

NOMADLAND
Joshua James Richards

THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7
Phedon Papamichael

PRODUCTION DESIGN

Winner: MANK
Production Design: Donald Graham Burt
Set Decoration: Jan Pascale

THE FATHER
Production Design: Peter Francis
Set Decoration: Cathy Featherstone

MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM
Production Design: Mark Ricker
Set Decoration: Karen O’Hara and Diana Stoughton

NEWS OF THE WORLD
Production Design: David Crank
Set Decoration: Elizabeth Keenan

TENET
Production Design: Nathan Crowley
Set Decoration: Kathy Lucas

ACTRESS IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

Winner: Yuh-Jung Youn in MINARI

Maria Bakalova in BORAT SUBSEQUENT MOVIE FILM: DELIVERY OF PRODIGIOUS BRIBE TO AMERICAN REGIME FOR MAKE BENEFIT ONCE GLORIOUS NATION OF KAZAKHSTAN

Glenn Close in HILLBILLY ELEGY

Olivia Colman in THE FATHER

Amanda Seyfried in MANK

VISUAL EFFECTS

Winner: TENET
Andrew Jackson, David Lee, Andrew Lockley, and Scott Fisher

LOVE AND MONSTERS
Matt Sloan, Genevieve Camilleri, Matt Everitt and Brian Cox

THE MIDNIGHT SKY
Matthew Kasmir, Christopher Lawrence, Max Solomon and David Watkins

MULAN
Sean Faden, Anders Langlands, Seth Maury and Steve Ingram

THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN
Nick Davis, Greg Fisher, Ben Jones and Santiago Colomo Martinez

DOCUMENTARY (FEATURE)

Winner: MY OCTOPUS TEACHER
Pippa Ehrlich, James Reed and Craig Foster

COLLECTIVE

Alexander Nanau and Bianca Oana

CRIP CAMP
Nicole Newnham, Jim LeBrecht and Sara Bolder

THE MOLE AGENT
Maite Alberdi and Marcela Santibáñez

TIME
Garrett Bradley, Lauren Domino and Kellen Quinn

DOCUMENTARY (SHORT SUBJECT)

Winner: COLETTE
Anthony Giacchino and Alice Doyard

A CONCERTO IS A CONVERSATION
Ben Proudfoot and Kris Bowers

DO NOT SPLIT
Anders Hammer and Charlotte Cook

HUNGER WARD
Skye Fitzgerald and Michael Scheuerman

A LOVE SONG FOR LATASHA
Sophia Nahli Allison and Janice Duncan

ANIMATED FEATURE FILM

SOUL
Pete Docter and Dana Murray

ONWARD
Dan Scanlon and Kori Rae

OVER THE MOON
Glen Keane, Gennie Rim and Peilin Chou

A SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE: FARMAGEDDON
Richard Phelan, Will Becher and Paul Kewley

WOLFWALKERS
Tomm Moore, Ross Stewart, Paul Young and Stéphan Roelants

SHORT FILM (ANIMATED)

Winner: IF ANYTHING HAPPENS I LOVE YOU
Will McCormack and Michael Govier

BURROW
Madeline Sharafian and Michael Capbarat

GENIUS LOCI
Adrien Mérigeau and Amaury Ovise

OPERA
Erick Oh

YES-PEOPLE
Gísli Darri Halldórsson and Arnar Gunnarsson

SHORT FILM (LIVE ACTION)

Winner: TWO DISTANT STRANGERS

Travon Free and Martin Desmond Roe

FEELING THROUGH
Doug Roland and Susan Ruzenski

THE LETTER ROOM
Elvira Lind and Sofia Sondervan

THE PRESENT
Farah Nabulsi and Ossama Bawardi

WHITE EYE
Tomer Shushan and Shira Hochman

SOUND

Winner: SOUND OF METAL
Nicolas Becker, Jaime Baksht, Michellee Couttolenc, Carlos Cortés and Phillip Bladh

GREYHOUND
Warren Shaw, Michael Minkler, Beau Borders and David Wyman

MANK
Ren Klyce, Jeremy Molod, David Parker, Nathan Nance and Drew Kunin

NEWS OF THE WORLD
Oliver Tarney, Mike Prestwood Smith, William Miller and John Pritchett

SOUL
Ren Klyce, Coya Elliott and David Parker

DIRECTING

Winner: Winner: NOMADLAND
Chloé Zhao

ANOTHER ROUND
Thomas Vinterberg

MANK
David Fincher

MINARI
Lee Isaac Chung

PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN
Emerald Fennell

COSTUME DESIGN

Winner: MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM
Ann Roth

EMMA
Alexandra Byrne

MANK
Trish Summerville

MULAN
Bina Daigeler

PINOCCHIO
Massimo Cantini Parrini

MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING

Winner: MA RAINEY’S BLACK BOTTOM
Sergio Lopez-Rivera, Mia Neal and Jamika Wilson

EMMA
Marese Langan, Laura Allen and Claudia Stolze

HILLBILLY ELEGY
Eryn Krueger Mekash, Matthew Mungle and Patricia Dehaney

MANK
Gigi Williams, Kimberley Spiteri and Colleen LaBaff

PINOCCHIO
Mark Coulier, Dalia Colli and Francesco Pegoretti

ACTOR IN A SUPPORTING ROLE

Winner: Daniel Kaluuya in JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH

Sacha Baron Cohen in THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7

Leslie Odom, Jr. in ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI…

Paul Raci in SOUND OF METAL

Lakeith Stanfield in JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH

INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM

Winner: ANOTHER ROUND

Denmark

BETTER DAYS
Hong Kong

COLLECTIVE
Romania

THE MAN WHO SOLD HIS SKIN
Tunisia

QUO VADIS, AIDA?
Bosnia and Herzegovina

WRITING (ADAPTED SCREENPLAY)

Winner: THE FATHER
Screenplay by Christopher Hampton and Florian Zeller

BORAT SUBSEQUENT MOVIE FILM: DELIVERY OF PRODIGIOUS BRIBE TO AMERICAN REGIME FOR MAKE BENEFIT ONCE GLORIOUS NATION OF KAZAKHSTAN
Screenplay by Sacha Baron Cohen & Anthony Hines & Dan Swimmer & Peter Baynham & Erica Rivinoja & Dan Mazer & Jena Friedman & Lee Kern
Story by Sacha Baron Cohen & Anthony Hines & Dan Swimer & Nina Pedrad

NOMADLAND
Written for the screen by Chloé Zhao

ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI…
Screenplay by Kemp Powers

THE WHITE TIGER
Written for the screen by Ramin Bahrani

WRITING (ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY)

Winner: PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN
Written by Emerald Fennell

JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH
Screenplay by Will Berson & Shaka King
Story by Will Berson & Shaka King and Kenny Lucas & Keith Lucas

MINARI
Written by Lee Isaac Chung

SOUND OF METAL
Screenplay by Darius Marder & Abraham Marder
Story by Darius Marder & Derek Cianfrance
THE TRIAL OF THE CHICAGO 7
Written by Aaron Sorkin

Source: abc7news.com

Texan hospitalized after receiving Johnson & Johnson vaccine

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Texan hospitalized after receiving Johnson & Johnson vaccine

The Texas Department of State Health Services said Thursday that a woman was hospitalized in Texas after receiving the Johnson & Johnson vaccine with a “similar profile” as others who experienced adverse effects of the vaccine.

The woman’s age, condition, and identity have not been released to protect her privacy, officials said.

In Texas, officials said 616,000 J&J vaccine doses have been administered.

U.S. health regulators recommended last week that use of the J&J vaccine be paused after six cases of rare brain blood clots, accompanied by low platelet levels, were reported in women following vaccination, out of some 7 million people who have received the shot in the United States.

Local doctors and county judges said the news coincided with fewer people getting vaccinated in our area.

“It coincided with some of our decreased visits but I think it’s more than just people nervous about the vaccine,” Dr. James McCarthy from Memorial Hermann Health System said, “I think it’s more about, we’ve gone through that population that was really ready with their hands up and now we’ve got to work on the folks that are either having trouble accessing the health system or a little resistant and hesitant to get the vaccine.”

The CDC and FDA continue to investigate the woman’s case, Texas officials said Thursday.

Friday morning the CDC plans to meet to discuss the pause on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

Source: www.click2houston.com

Texas gas price average increases for first time in weeks

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Texas gas price average increases for first time in weeks

A motorist prepares to pump gas Thursday, April 22, 2021, in Portland, Maine. (AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty)

For the first time in four weeks, the statewide gas price average in Texas has increased, the American Automobile Association reported.

The average is now $2.59 for a gallon of regular unleaded fuel, according to the AAA Texas Weekend Gas Watch. That price is two cents more than on this day last week and is $1.05 more per gallon compared to this day last year, the nonprofit organization noted.

Of the major metropolitan areas surveyed in Texas, drivers in El Paso are paying the most on average at $2.90 while drivers in San Antonio are paying the least at $2.43 per gallon.

AAA said in a news release Thursday that the national average price for a gallon of regular unleaded is $2.88, which is two cents more when compared to this day last week and $1.08 more than the price per gallon at this same time last year.

According to the latest data from the Energy Information Administration, U.S. gasoline demand numbers rose to just greater than 9.1 million barrels per day, which is the highest level since August 2020, AAA noted. Regional fuel supplies fell just slightly, about one percent to almost 82 million barrels, while Gulf Coast refinery utilization increased by around two percent to 88 percent. Crude oil prices have also seen days of rising prices, but the price for crude appears to have settled above $61/barrel for now.

“Drivers may have noticed a slight increase in pump prices since last week,” said AAA Texas spokesperson Daniel Armbruster. “Market factors are pointing toward higher prices as we head toward summer.”

Drivers in Texas are paying some of the cheapest gas prices in the U.S., ranking as the 2nd lowest statewide average in the country, according to gasprices.aaa.com.

Source: www.click2houston.com

HISD reopening playgrounds, allowing outdoor graduations

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HISD reopening playgrounds, allowing outdoor graduations

District’s mask policy remains in place

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Students in the Houston Independent School District can once again head to the playground during recess and outdoor graduation ceremonies can resume under new guidance released by district officials.

HISD Interim Superintendent Grenita Lathan laid out changes to the district’s Communicable Disease Plan in a letter sent to parents Thursday.

Among the changes are the reopening of playgrounds and the resumption of recess. Outdoor graduation ceremonies with a limited capacity will be allowed this year and some end-of-year celebrations for students will be permitted.

The district’s mask and social-distancing policies, however, have not changed. Both are still required in all schools, buildings, and buses.

The changes are effective immediately.

Source: www.click2houston.com

George Floyd mural in downtown Houston vandalized with racial slur

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George Floyd mural in downtown Houston vandalized with racial slur

A George Floyd mural in downtown Houston was vandalized overnight Thursday.

An unidentified person tagged the painting with a racial slur that read: “(slur) lives don’t matter.” The mural is located at the corner of Chartres and Bell.

“Ignorant people with bad hearts and bad motivations do not give them the power,” said HPD Chief Troy Finner during a press conference at the mural. “Our city has been peaceful. The verdict came in, and it was the right verdict. Some people are upset about it. But one thing, in Houston, we are going to stick together.”

A George Floyd mural in downtown Houston was vandalized overnight Thursday.

In addition to reducing homicides and violent crimes, Finner has often said building trust in the community is also among his department’s top priorities. As the restoration continues and authorities investigate the vandalism, Finner had a message for our community.

“Let’s celebrate who we are. A great diverse sophisticated city and we’re going to show the nation how we stand up. That’s what we should be reflecting on right now. Not the act of one stupid individual,” he said.

The artist behind the mural restored it later that afternoon.

“Knowing that we’re healing and knowing that we’re in pain as a community and to come here and put hate on top of what we don’t need is a reminder of what we are facing, maybe as a nation,” Daniel Anguilu said.

Anguilu said as a person of color he knows what it’s like to be the target of hate and has learned to use art as a means to navigate his way through that.

“It gives you the strength to stand up for what you know is right. Maybe this is bringing us together to learn more from it,” he said.

The mural was created after Third Ward native Floyd was killed by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin last May. This comes after Chauvin was convicted on three charges in the death of Floyd.

Houston police are checking to see if there’s surveillance video that could help them find those responsible. They are also canvassing the area, hoping to talk to anyone who might have seen something.

A George Floyd mural in downtown Houston was vandalized overnight Thursday.
Source: www.click2houston.com

DART GoLink Pilot Program for South Dallas/Fair Park Area Begins April 26

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DART GoLink Pilot Program for South Dallas/Fair Park Area Begins April 26
The Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) South Dallas GoLink program, an on-demand, personalized, curb-to-curb service for areas around South Dallas and Fair Park, begins its six-month pilot program on Monday, April 26.

South Dallas GoLink Zone

Working with the South Dallas/Fair Park (SDFP) Transportation Initiative group, a survey of 200 residents of zip codes 75210 and 75215 was completed that identified concerns that the pilot demonstration hopes to rectify.

Through the survey, the SDFP group noted that the South Dallas-Fair Park neighborhood has extensive bus and rail service, but that bus travel within the neighborhood can be difficult for very short trips, particularly to the recreation center and grocery stores. The area is currently served by four DART rail stations, MLK, Jr. Station, Fair Park Station, Hatcher Station, and Cedars Station, as well as 10 bus routes.

Already available in Western Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Southeast Garland, Glenn Heights, Inland Port, South Irving, Kleberg/Rylie, Lake Highlands, Lakewood, North Dallas, Park Cities, Legacy West, Far North Plano, North Central Plano/Chase Oaks, and Rowlett, the GoLink pilot for South Dallas and Fair Park will cost $50,000, includes one dedicated accessible taxi, supplemented by Uber Pool, and covers an 8.5-sq. mile area.

Source: dart.org

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