DALLAS, TX – Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART) has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its Fiscal Year 2026 Annual Budget and 20-Year Financial Plan, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to strong financial management and transparency.

This prestigious award represents a significant achievement and reflects DART’s ability to meet the highest principles of governmental budgeting. To earn this distinction, the agency’s budget document satisfied nationally recognized guidelines and demonstrated excellence as a policy document, financial plan, operations guide, and communications tool.

With more than 1,900 participants in the Budget Awards Program, recipients like DART set the benchmark for high-quality budgeting practices across North America.

“This recognition highlights DART’s continued focus on disciplined financial planning and long-term sustainability,” said Jamie Adelman, DART’s Chief Financial Officer. “Our FY 2026 Budget and 20-Year Financial Plan ensure we are making strategic, responsible decisions that support both current operations and future financial stability.”

The GFOA also recognized the strength of DART’s budget presentation, with one reviewer stating:

“The budget document excels in clarity and accessibility, making complex financial data comprehensible to the average reader. The layout is visually appealing and consistent, enhancing the overall reading experience. It's evident that the budget has been thoughtfully designed with the reader's needs in mind, providing essential information in an organized and intuitive manner.”

DART’s continued recognition reflects its leadership in financial excellence and its commitment to transparency, accountability, and best practices in public sector budgeting.