“Our city’s unique economic strengths are what attracted AT&T to our urban core in 2008, and Dallas has become a global economic powerhouse since then,” said Mayor Johnson. “But as we worked to retain AT&T, it became clear that its current leaders preferred a large horizontal, suburban-style campus rather than the skyscrapers that define our city center. 

“Dallas is a city of opportunity for workers, families, and businesses of all sizes. In recent years, we have worked together to cut violent crime, homelessness, property tax rates, and bureaucratic red tape. We have added $27 billion in new development since 2019 and have more on the way, such as the exciting new Goldman Sachs’ campus and our fast-growing ‘Y’all Street’ financial sector. The future of our city – and of our urban core – is bright, and this departure ultimately will open the door for us to explore new possibilities.” 

City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert said AT&T’s choice is a reflection on the company’s shift in structure and culture. 

“Dallas is a great city for business, and we have worked tirelessly, strategically, and collaboratively to keep the company in our city limits,” said Tolbert. “Business leaders have praised our successes in our urban core, which include expanded police presence and our remarkable success relocating people experiencing homelessness. But ultimately, this was a decision that came down to AT&T’s desire for a new horizontal location with significant acreage for development. AT&T’s transition will be gradual, and the company will remain part of our city’s fabric in the years ahead.” 

“Dallas is a city defined by its resilience and ability to attract new opportunities, and I look forward to working with Mayor Johnson, the Dallas City Council, our city staff, our partners, and our business leaders as we continue to shape the future of our urban core.”