The City of Cedar Park is being acknowledged for its contributions to the Texas music industry.

Governor Greg Abbott’s office announced in an April 25 news release that Cedar Park had been named a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community by the Texas Music Office.

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The Music Friendly Texas initiative was launched by the TMO in 2016 and is the first program of its kind in the state. The program was designed to recognize communities that “foster music business-related economic development and job creation in Texas cities and communities,” according to the release.

Cedar Park is joining 75 other communities across the state who have applied for the designation. A certification ceremony will be held on Friday, May 2 at 7 p.m. during the Live @Lakeline Concert Series in Lakeline Park.

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“As Mayor of Cedar Park, I am thrilled to celebrate our City’s official designation as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community,” said Mayor Jim Penniman-Morin. “This recognition highlights our commitment to fostering a vibrant music culture and supporting the talented artists who enrich our diverse community. Together, we will continue to make Cedar Park a hub for creativity, connection, and the universal language of music.”