The City of Cedar Park Newsletter

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

Eric Rauschuber, PE, BC.WRE named Board-Certified Water Resources Engineer of the American Academy of Water Resources Engineers and Civil Engineering Certification Inc.

Eric Rauschuber, Director of Public Works and Utilities, was recently announced as a Board-Certified Water Resources Engineer (BC.WRE) of the American Academy of Water Resources Engineers, a subsidiary of Civil Engineering Certification Inc., and the American Society of Civil Engineers.

The BC.WRE certification is the highest post-license certification one can attain in the water resources engineering profession, and it is an accredited program by the Council of Engineering & Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB). ASCE, established in 1852, and AAWRE have awarded less than 1,000 BC.WRE certifications. The BC.WRE demonstrates specialty expertise beyond professional licensure, strong professional ethics, mentoring, and a commitment to life-long learning and professional development.

Congratulations, Eric!

FY 2026 Proposed Budget

The City of Cedar Park's annual budget preparation is a complex and deadline-driven process, including discussions and Council actions. Click here for more information on the FY 2026 Proposed Budget.

See below for Important dates for the Fiscal Year 2026 budget process.

Fall Programs Registration is NOW OPEN!

Registration for fall Parks & Recreation programs is open! This fall, there's an exciting mix of programs and experiences, and we want you to join us. Priority registration for residents opened August 1, and registration for non-residents begins today. Programs include but are not limited to:

Mountain Biking 101 (teens & adults)

Little Rookies T-Ball for (2-5 years)

Fishing 101 (youth)

Disc Golf 101

Beginner Archery (youth, adults, & seniors 50+)

Gardening 101

Volleyball, Softball, and Kickball (adults)

Youth Cricket

& SO MANY Fitness Classes

Registration online at cedarparktexas.gov/play today!

Seasonal Pool Hours

Buttercup Creek Pool is closed for the season. Veterans Memorial Pool is open on Saturdays and Sundays only, through Labor Day. Milburn Pool has year-round lap times – please visit cedarparktexas.gov/pools for updated hours and information.

Please check availability, rates, and additional information if you'd like to inquire about pool rentals and reservations at cedarparktexas.gov/play.

Don't miss out on these last summer splashes!

Free Swim Lessons

Emler Swim School has received a grant from the Every Child A Swimmer organization to provide free swim lessons for local families in need. Children ages 3-6 (and siblings up to age 8) may be eligible for free swim lessons if they qualify for SNAP, WIC, Head Start, or are in foster or kinship care and live within a few miles of the swim school.

Families would only need to pay the $35 Student Registration Fee. They would receive approximately 3-4 months of weekly lessons at no additional cost.

For more information, email cares@emlerswimschool.com.

Emergency Preparedness Fair

Join us at the Cedar Park Recreation Center for the Emergency Preparedness Fair on Wednesday, September 3. We Are Blood will also be hosting a blood drive in the parking lot from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Learn more at cedarparktexas.gov/EMFair.

This event is FREE and open to the public. We hope to see you there!

Upcoming Events

Summer break might be over, but the fun doesn't stop! Check out some of the upcoming events happening across the City of Cedar Park.

For a complete list of events, visit cedarparktexas.gov.

National Water Quality Month

Ever wondered how your water gets from the lake to your tap?

Join the City of Cedar Park as we celebrate Water Quality Month, and take you on a journey "From Lake to Tap." From sourcing and treatment to testing and delivery, we’re committed to ensuring your water is clean, safe, and refreshing every step of the way.

2025 Senior Expo

The 2025 Senior Expo is set for Saturday, October 4, at the Cedar Park Recreation Center from 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.! Interested in advertising, sponsorship, or being a vendor? Click here for the application!

Cedar Park City Council presented a proclamation recognizing August 2025 as Emergency Management Month.

The most recent City Council meeting took place on August 14, 2025.

Highlights included:

City Council considered appointments to the Central Spaceport Development Corporation Board of Directors for Jana Spruce, Han Kim, and Mark Burgett. The Spaceport Development Corporation is a nonprofit entity dedicated to space infrastructure for satellites, rockets, and related technological innovation. Both organizations can nominate individuals to the Board of Directors as part of the City of Cedar Park and Williamson County’s partnership. Cedar Park City Council voted to conditionally approve the nominations, as long as the creation and bylaws of the Central Texas Spaceport Development Corp. are adopted and approved in conjunction with Williamson County.
City Council considered staff's recommendations for the additions in the Cedar Park Sculpture Garden for the 2025-2026 display year, after collecting submissions from the public. Each year, sculptures are selected for a one-year exhibition period. They are displayed outside of the Rec Center, and pieces selected the previous year are rotated out. View existing sculptures on the City's website.