Thank You, Chief of Police, Mike Harmon

After 28 years of dedicated service to Cedar Park, Chief of Police Mike Harmon will retire from the Cedar Park Police Department on Nov. 6, 2026. Since joining the department in 1998, Harmon has served in numerous leadership roles, becoming Chief of Police in 2021.

Throughout his career, he has prioritized community partnerships, public safety and building trust between the department and the residents it serves. His leadership, mentorship and commitment to the Cedar Park community have made a lasting impact on the department and the City.

Thank you, Chief Harmon, for nearly three decades of service and dedication to Cedar Park. We wish you and your family all the best in this next chapter!

Effective November 6, 2026, City Council has approved the appointment of Assistant Chief Chanse Thomas as Interim Police Chief of the Police Department.

Join Us at the Veterans Ceremony

Join us on Saturday, November 7, from 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park, 2525 W. New Hope Drive, for a special ceremony honoring the brave men and women who have served our country.

Come together as a community to recognize our veterans’ service, sacrifice and dedication to our nation. We hope to see you there!

Veterans Day Office Closures

City of Cedar Park offices will be closed on November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. We honor and thank all who have served in our nation's armed forces.

Trash and recycling collection will remain on the normal schedule.

Upcoming Thanksgiving Office Closures

City of Cedar Park offices will be closed on November 26 and 27 in observance of Thanksgiving.

There will be no trash or recycling collection on November 26.

Thursday service will move to Friday, November 27, and Friday service will move to Saturday, November 28.

Click here to see the full trash and recycling schedule.

Saddle Up for Fall Roundup!

Round up the whole family and mosey on over to Lakeline Park for the Fall Roundup on Saturday, November 7, from 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy an afternoon of western-themed fun, including armadillo races, a mechanical bull, western-themed crafts, live music and a petting zoo.

Grab your boots, bring the family and join us for a rootin’ tootin’ good time!

Visit cedarparktexas.gov/Roundup for more information.

Turkey Day 5K

Come bring the family and celebrate our 14th year of the running of the Turkeys!

This is a family fun event close to your home and the right distance for you and your family to come out, have a great time, and make it home in time for Turkey. Click here to learn more and to sign up!

Gold International Aquatic Safety Award

Congratulations to the Aquatics Department for earning the Gold International Aquatic Safety Award from Ellis & Associates (E&A).

The Aquatics Department was recognized for their rigorous safety standards, lifeguard scanning patterns, response times, and rescue skills that exceeded E&A’s Comprehensive Aquatic Risk Management Program standards.

We appreciate your dedication to keeping our aquatic facilities safe!

Council Members presented a proclamation recognizing November 8, 2026, as Diwali, the Festival of Lights.

The most recent City Council meeting took place on November 5, 2026.



The Cedar Park City Council meeting this week focused on public safety and updates. Here are the highlights:

• Council Members authorized an agreement for emergency dispatch upgrades, maintenance, and technical support for the Police Department Communications Center Move Project, not to exceed $790,000.
• Director of Public Works and Utilities, Eric Rauschuber, gave a presentation on Proposed Utility Rate Adjustments. View the presentation and hear the discussion.
• Council Members confirmed Assistant Chief Chanse Thomas As The Interim Police Chief Of The Police Department.
• City Council confirmed the City Manager's appointment of Dyanne Hargrove as City secretary for the City of Cedar Park.

Veterans Ceremony

November 7

8:00 a.m.

Veterans Memorial Park

Fall Roundup

November 7

12:00 p.m.

Lakeline Park

Type B Board

November 10

6:30 p.m.

Council Chambers

Veterans Day

City Offices Closed

November 11

Nightmarket.fun

November 14

4:00 p.m.

Lakeline Park

Type A Board

November 16

6:30 p.m.

Council Chambers

Planning and Zoning

November 17

6:30 p.m.

Council Chambers

City Council Meeting

November 19

6:00 p.m.

Council Chambers

Thanksgiving

City Offices Closed

November 26 - 27

Save the Date: Bond Advisory Task Force Open House

Hybrid In-Person and Virtual

November 30

5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

View the Library calendar to see all upcoming events

View the City calendar to see all upcoming meetings and other events