Dallas voters reject $443 million safety bond
Early returns show 56 percent of Dallas residents opposing the measure to fund police training facilities and move the 911 center.
By Salma Farouk ·
Dallas voters are rejecting a $443 million public safety bond in early election results.
As of 9:30 p.m. on November 3, 2026, 56 percent of reported ballots were cast against Proposition A. Only 1 percent of precincts had reported results at that time.
The bond seeks to finish construction of a new Dallas police training facility at UNT Dallas. Ground for that project broke in September. A new gun range near Dallas Executive Airport is also part of the plan.
City officials described the measure as a step to modernize operations. The city manager called it an important move to strengthen public safety.
Critics opposed the proposal because it includes moving the city's 911 call center out of Dallas City Hall. Opponents argue this move signals the start of a process to abandon the historic building.
Dallas City Councilwoman Cara Mendelsohn noted a shift in public opinion. She told FOX 4 that many people who usually support such bonds decided to vote no. Mendelsohn said, "No, we're not gonna leave City Hall, and we're gonna give you this big pot of money."
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