PILLAR: Growing
AGENDA DATE: September 23, 2026
COUNCIL DISTRICT(S): 14
DEPARTMENT: Department of Planning and Development
PRIORITY: Transportation
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A public hearing to receive comments regarding a proposal to change the name of North Harwood Street, between Woodall Rodgers Freeway and Harry Hines Boulevard, to “Exchange Place” and an ordinance granting the name change - STNAME-26-000006 - Financing: This action has no cost consideration to the City (see Fiscal Information for potential future costs)
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BACKGROUND
On June 4, 2026, the City of Dallas received a City Council memorandum requesting consideration of a street name change for the North Harwood Street, between Woodall Rodgers Freeway and Harry Hines Boulevard to “Exchange Place.” The statement of reasons supporting the request is included in the attached memorandum.
On June 29, 2026, notification signs were posted along North Harwood Street, between Woodall Rodgers Freeway and Harry Hines Boulevard, in accordance with Section 51A-9.503(b) of the Dallas Development Code.
On August 31, 2026, notices were mailed to the 115 property owners abutting the street, informing them of the City Council hearing regarding the street name change request, in accordance with Section 51A-9.503(b) of the Dallas Development Code. Notice of September 23, 2026, City Council hearing was also published in the newspaper on September 2, 2026.
The Texas Stock Exchange (TXSE) is relocating its headquarters to 1919 Woodall Rodgers Freeway. As Dallas strengthens its role as a major financial center, TXSE is an important partner in the city’s economic expansion. Renaming this street would highlight Dallas’s dedication to supporting financial-sector growth, reinforce its commitment to businesses investing in the city, and signal Dallas’s intent to remain a premier destination for financial services and related...
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