Official news about the City of Cedar Park from the City of Cedar Park

New Library Transition Timeline

The new Library is nearing completion, and we can't wait for you to see it! We will soon be getting ready to move books, supplies, staff, and more from our current location to the new Library.

During this transition, the Library will have adjusted hours beginning September 1 through October 13. Adjusted hours will be:

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 10:30 am - 7 pm
Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday: standard Library hours

From October 14 through 31, the Library facility at Discovery Blvd will be closed. While closed, digital services through Libby, Hoopla and CloudLibrary, in addition to customer service by phone, will be available. However, Check Out and Returned Library Materials will be paused during the moving period.

November 1 is opening day and will come with new Library operating hours. All Library services will resume November 1 at the new Library facility located at 425 South Parkwest Dr.

For more information on the new Library, visit our website.

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Get Involved in Cedar Park's Budget Process

The City of Cedar Park's annual budget preparation is a complex and deadline-driven process including discussions and Council actions. Important dates for the Fiscal Year 2025 budget process are below.

Visit www.MyCedarParkBudget.com throughout this process for new updates and the most current information.

Traffic Signal Upgrades Near Completion

New signals at Park & Gupton and Vista Ridge & Golden Arrow are in flashing mode for testing and visibility. Full operation begins Monday, August 12.

Flashing is intentional; no need to report it.
Stay alert and proceed cautiously.
Pedestrian signals are inactive; drivers must stop for pedestrians in crosswalks.
Park & Gupton: Flashing red in all directions. Treat as an all-way stop.
Vista Ridge & Golden Arrow: Flashing yellow for north/south, red for east/west. Continue following existing stop signs. "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop" signs are up.

Additional Info:

Park St near Reagan Elementary: Midblock crossing nearly complete. Warning beacons will be reinstalled before school starts.

Improvements to the northwest corner of Park & Vista Ridge are anticipated to be completed by the beginning of next week.

School's Back in Session Next Week!

As the summer break comes to an end, our streets will soon be bustling with students heading back to school. Let's all do our part to keep them safe!

Drive with Caution: Be extra alert for school zones, crosswalks, and school buses.
Watch for Pedestrians: Kids may be excited and not always watching the road.
Plan Ahead: Leave a little earlier to avoid rushing.

Let's make this school year safe and successful for everyone!

Save the Date!

Join us for the first-ever Cedar Park Emergency Preparedness Fair hosted by the Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management! This free, family-friendly event is open to the public, and it's a great opportunity to learn how to keep your household safe. Attendees will discover how to create an emergency plan, build an emergency kit, and stay informed during emergencies.

Date: Friday, September 6

Location: Community Rooms at the Rec CENTER (1435 Main Street, Cedar Park, TX 78613)

Time: 4-7 pm

Don't miss out on this essential community event! Stay prepared, stay safe! Visit cedarparktexas.gov/PreparednessFair for more information.

August 11 is 811 Day

811 Day is an annual initiative led by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

It’s all about promoting safe digging practices in communities. Before any excavation project, remember to call 8-1-1, a nationwide toll-free number. By doing so, you’ll help prevent damage to underground utilities and avoid incidents, injuries, and harm to the environment.

Let’s keep our communities safe!

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Fast-Track Your Job Search with the Library!

The Library will offer a specialized training opportunity to fast-track your job search goals. This training provides access to a dedicated trainer from Goodwill Workforce Advancement who will support individuals in creating a digital resume while increasing their knowledge of using Indeed for job application purposes.

This class is for ages 18 and older. Two sessions will be held, to assist with availability.

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Back-to-School Fitness Goals

Start the school year with healthy habits that the whole family can adopt! Join All In Fit at Lakeline Park for a FREE back-to-school wellness event on Saturday, August 24, from 8 to 11 am.

All In Fit will host a full-body workout on the AllInFit Truk (as seen on KXAN!) for adults, and KidStrong will host kid-friendly athletic play. All-ages games and competitions to follow. Local vendors will be on-site with great information about healthy habits for the whole family, along with free refreshments and giveaways!

A City Manager Report: Re-Accreditation of Center for Public Safety Excellence (CPSE) through the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI). This is the third consecutive time Cedar Park Fire Department has achieved this distinction. Cedar Park is one of 14 accredited jurisdictions within the State of Texas and one of 320 accredited municipalities in the nation.

The most recent City Council meeting took place on August 8, 2024.

Highlights included:

Consideration for Re-Appointment of Larry Norris to Place Four on the Cedar Park Community Development (Type B) Corporation Board.
Consideration for Re-Appointment of Audrey Wernecke to Place Four on the Planning and Zoning Commission.
Discussion Of Proposed FY 2025 Budget And Consideration Of Setting A Maximum Tax Rate For Tax Year 2024 And Fiscal Year 2025 And Scheduling Two Public Hearings. City Council formally adopted a ¢36.3 maximum tax rate, a ¢.007 reduction from the prior Fiscal Year, while maintaining a fiscally responsible and balanced budget. Two upcoming public hearings will take place on September 5 and September 12.
Consideration of a Resolution authorizing a guaranteed maximum price amendment to the Existing Construction Manager-at-Risk Agreement with CORE Construction Services of Texas, Inc. for construction of the Public Safety Training Center Project in an amount not to exceed $3,507,298. The Public Safety Training Center Project is another voter-approved project stemming from the 2022 Bond Project and is slated to substantially improve public safety operations by designing a joint training facility for Police, Fire, and Emergency Management to conduct training activities on land currently owned by the City.
Consideration of staff's recommendations for The Cedar Park Community Sculpture Garden for the 2024-2025 display year.