Official news about the City of Cedar Park from the City of Cedar Park  
Parmer Lane Fire
The Texas A&M Forest Service reported Thursday, August 10 that the 37-acre Parmer Lane Fire is now 100% contained. Firefighters will remain in the area for the next few days to monitor the area and ensure no changes in conditions.
 
We want to extend a HUGE Thank You to the over twenty fire departments and agencies that joined in the efforts to fight the fire and contain it. Of course, we extend an I ❀️ Cedar Park to our Cedar Park Fire Department, Cedar Park Police Department, Office of Emergency Management, Public Works, Animal Control and other City Departments who provided support for the intensive efforts to control and contain the blaze.
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The City also sends a big shout-out to our Cedar Park community! When asked to stop outdoor watering to support firefighting efforts, Cedar Park residents immediately responded. And when it comes to neighbors helping neighbors, compassion and generosity, the Cedar Park community really shines! Thank you Cedar Park! The City is collaborating with the Central Texas Community Foundation to collect, manage and distribute financial donations for those affected by the fire at  CENTRAL TEXAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC - Parmer Lane Fire Recovery Fund
Starting on Monday, August 14, Outdoor Watering Goes to One Day Per Week
Due to the prolonged dry weather conditions and the rapidly decreasing water levels in Lake Travis, effective Monday, August 14, the City of Cedar Park will enter Stage 3 of the Drought Contingency Plan. This means outdoor watering will be limited to one day per week. Moving to Stage 3 is implemented when the combined storage of Lakes Travis and Buchanan reaches 900,000 acre-feet and the Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA), manager of the water supply, calls for a 10-20% reduction in overall water consumption. 
 
Watch for notifications and detailed information from the City on Monday, August 14 in a Special Edition of the Pulse and on social media.
FY 2024 Proposed Budget
At the August 10, 2023, Regular Scheduled Meeting, City Council set the maximum tax rate at $0.370000 per $100 of valuation. This represents a 2.0 cent reduction from last year’s tax rate of $0.390000 and scheduled two Public Hearings prior to adopting the FY 2024 budget. Public Hearing dates are September 7 and September 14 at City Council Meetings. More information is available here or watch the August 10 presentation.


Back to School Update
  1. Vista Ridge High on Vista Ridge Blvd: Work is complete.
  2. Giddens Elem. on Timberwood Dr: Paving is complete and crosswalks will be in place before school starts.
  3. Deer Creek Elem. on Anderson Mill Rd: Zeppelin intersection paving, sidewalks/ramps and crosswalk striping will be complete. The remaining intersections along Anderson Mill are still under construction.
  4. Mason Elem. on Lakeline Blvd: The contractor is behind schedule. We are working through options to get Lakeline Blvd complete and all lanes open north and southbound.
School is back in session next week! πŸŽ’πŸ“š
Let's work together to keep everyone safe on the road.

βœ… Stay alert and put your cell phone away 

βœ… Always obey school zone speed limit signs

βœ… Stop for children crossing the street 
Fight the Bite
Mosquitoes do not have a biting chance when you practice these defense measures:
  • Drain standing water indoors & outdoors
  • Defend by using an EPA-registered insect repellent
  • Dress in loose & light long sleeves and pants when outdoors
  • Dawn & Dusk are their most active periods
I ❀️ Cedar Park: National Night Out
Cedar Park Police Department's National Night Out was another successful event this past August 1.


Friday, August 11
10:00-11:00 am
Cedar Park Public Library

Senior Expo
Saturday, August 12
9:00 am-1:00 pm
Cedar Park Recreation Center

Hair Braiding Technique & Upkeep (Registration Required)
Saturday, August 12
12:00-1:00 pm
Cedar Park Public Library

Wednesday, August 16
5:00-5:45 pm
Cedar Park Public Library

Thursday, August 17
12:30-1:30 pm
Cedar Park Public Library

Saturday, August 19
2:00-4:00 pm
Cedar Park Public Library

Monday, August 21, 2023
5:00-6:00 pm
Cedar Park Public Library

Tuesday, August 22, 2023
6:30-7:30 pm
Cedar Park Public Library

Thursday, August 31
4:00-6:00 p.m
Cedar Park Public Library
Milburn & Veterans Pool will ONLY be opened on weekends starting
Sunday, August 6

Library Closed for Staff Development
Wednesday, August 30
The last City Council meeting took place on August 10. Highlights included:

  • A Resolution authorizing an Agreement with Fun Abounds, Inc. for playground improvements and installation at Brushy Creek Lake Park
  • A Resolution approving the proposed FY 2024 operating budget for the Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority (BCRUA)
  • Discussion of the proposed FY 2024 City of Cedar Park budget and consideration of setting a Maximum Tax Rate for Tax Year 2023 and Fiscal Year 2024 and scheduling two public hearings

Watch the meeting here. The next City Council meeting is on August 24.

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