The Dallas City Council briefing on October 1, 2025, focused on several key discussions, including the ongoing work of the council and public comments regarding the use of horse-drawn carriages in the city.

Council member Basil Duque emphasized the importance of maintaining consensus among council members. He expressed hope that the city manager and staff would reflect this agreement in their future work, despite some minority opinions. Duque's remarks underscored a desire for unity in the council's direction moving forward.

The meeting also featured public comments, notably from Gloria Carbajal, co-founder of Banned Horse Carriages Dallas. Carbajal highlighted recent developments in other cities, particularly New York City, where the mayor has shown support for ending the use of horse-drawn carriages. She argued that the practice is inhumane and poses safety risks, urging the Dallas City Council to reconsider and bring the issue of banning horse-drawn carriages to a full council vote.

The city manager concluded the briefing by promising to summarize the discussions and outline next steps in a memo to the council. The meeting emphasized the council's commitment to addressing community concerns and maintaining a collaborative approach to governance.