The corporation will be a nonprofit focused on infrastructure and development in specialized launching and landing facilities for spacecraft, rockets and satellites, according to agenda documents.
What you need to know
There are currently five other SDCs, which are eligible to apply for state and federal grants to support the spaceport industry, in Texas.
Cedar Park is home to Firefly Aerospace, which operated the first commercial mission to successfully land on the moon earlier in 2025. Since then, the company has secured hundreds of millions of dollars toward a future lunar landing and other projects.
What they’re saying
Cedar Park has intentionally created an aerospace-friendly environment, said Daniel Sousa, assistant director of communications and engagement for the city.
“By joining the Williamson County SDC, Cedar Park aims to further bolster its aerospace infrastructure, foster economic growth, and solidify its reputation as a hub for cutting-edge aerospace innovation,” he said.
What’s next?
A seven-member volunteer board of directors will be appointed by the county and city. The board will serve as the governing body for the corporation, according to the documents.
Once the SDC’s bylaws are approved by the Williamson County Commissioners Court, a certificate of formation that will lead to the formal establishment of the SDC will be filed with the Texas secretary of state, according to the documents.
