The Cedar Park City Council meeting on August 7, 2025, focused on key financial decisions for the upcoming fiscal year 2026, including the proposed budget and tax rates. City staff presented a recommendation to maintain the current financial policies, with no changes anticipated for the next fiscal year.

During the meeting, the council discussed the proposed maximum tax rate of $0.36 per $100 valuation, which includes a Maintenance and Operations (M&O) rate of 19.3554 cents and an Interest and Sinking (INS) rate of 16.6446 cents. The council set public hearing dates for September 4 and September 11, 2025, to finalize the budget and tax rate.

The city’s communications and engagement department has launched a dedicated budget webpage, mycedarparkbudget.com, where residents can access the proposed budget and related information. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and community engagement regarding the city’s financial planning.

The council unanimously approved the motion to set the proposed tax rate and public hearing dates, reflecting a collaborative effort in the budget process. Council members expressed gratitude to the finance staff for their hard work in preparing the budget, acknowledging the complexity of the process.

In closing remarks, council members highlighted recent achievements, including Cedar Park's recognition by U.S. News and World Report for its quality of life and job market. The meeting concluded with a transition into an executive session to discuss additional agenda items.