What we reported The city of Cedar Park’s population grew in 2010 to 50,000, which is a benchmark for any city, said Phil Brewer, Cedar Park economic development director.

The latest As of September, the city of Leander estimated its population to be 44,936. City Manager Kent Cagle said he expects the population to hit 50,000 in the first quarter of 2017, and the city has been preparing for growth.

What’s next As a city hits the 50,000 mark, which is determined by the U.S. Census Bureau, a few changes take place, Cagle said. The city of Leander would have to begin recording City Council meetings and posting those online, and the city would also take over maintenance and operations for traffic signals currently operated by the Texas Department of Transportation, he said.