New Cedar Park library on track for fall opening; fundraising continues

Located at 425 Parkwest Drive, the new library is on track to open this fall. Library Director Julia Mitschke said the remaining work includes building and interior finishes in addition to landscaping.

Mitschke said the new library will be 47,000 square feet, which is nearly twice as large as the current library at 25,500 square feet.

One of the main goals of the Cedar Park Public Library is to be a civic gathering space, designed to encourage users of all ages to visit, according to previous Community Impact reporting.

The new library’s courtyard space will be surrounded by dozens of large heritage trees and have a fenced youth area, gathering spaces, contemplation spaces and an exterior fountain.

Furthermore, Bell Park—a 15 acre park currently under construction—will be adjacent to the library and feature new trails and a play structure.

“To see this come to fruition is amazing,” council member Anne Duffy said. “There’s going to be so much for all age groups; it’s going to be really exciting.”