Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson is criticizing Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins for sending out "mixed messages" about who can get vaccines at the mega center in Fair Park.
In a letter, Johnson said he had "serious concerns about communication and decision-making by Dallas County" after being told someone was able to walk-up and be vaccinated without registering and receiving an appointment.
Johnson said that he also learned Jenkins "had communicated this policy change to a select group of residents Tuesday" and that he also "requested their agreement to not share this information widely."
Previously, Dallas County insisted that everyone in line at the hub register online first and then be given an appointment. Walk-ups, would not be accepted.
Jenkins replied to the mayor's letter Wednesday night saying his letter was not accurate. He says the problem was caused by a Dallas City Councilmember that led to fewer vaccines than expected being administered on Tuesday and Wednesday.
"Our effort was to remedy the problem described above by balancing the demographic makeup to help undeserved communities. Southern Dallas churches, health centers, senior centers and other partners serving Black and Hispanic residents were enlisted for their help," the statement says.
In a tweet, Jenkins says they will once again vaccinate 75+ without an appointment from 8-5 Friday.
