Three candidates vying for Cedar Park mayor's seat May 12

Three mayoral candidates pledged to support local businesses in Cedar Park if elected in May.

Matthew Powell, who vacated his city council seat to run for mayor, said he would like to revamp the city's comprehensive plan to include feedback from local enterprises.

Former Cedar Park Planning and Zoning commissioner Eddie Hurst said his primary plan as mayor would be to promote small businesses through public transit and the purchase of city buses.

Wayne Ruark, former Parks and Recreation Advisory Board member, said he wants the city to purchase goods and services locally whenever possible.

Council funds road projects in partnership with WilCo, others

The Cedar Park City Council voted unanimously to approve a budget amendment to fund several road projects on March 8, including improvements to Bagdad Road (in partnership with the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization), an extension to BMC Drive, right of way acquisition, and right-turn lanes at New Hope Road.

The city-funded portion of the projects will total $2.48 million. City staff is in discussions with Williamson County staff regarding possible funding from the county for the BMC Drive extension, and the 4A and 4B boards may be asked to contribute as well.