Cedar Park, Texas is a city that espouses the core values of community, service, innovation, professionalism, integrity, leadership, and fiscal responsibility. These standards are at the heart of daily life for Cedar Park citizens, City leaders, City staff, and business leaders. Cedar Park is one of the fastest-growing suburbs in America according to Forbes Magazine, and it’s no wonder why. Located just 17 minutes from downtown Austin, Texas, this city has grown by more than 400% in the last decade. Cedar Park is well-established, founded in 1887 and incorporated as a city in 1973. Now the third largest city in the Austin area with a population exceeding 54,000 within its city limits, the City of Cedar Park attracts residents from all over the globe because of its unique charm, close proximity to Austin and the Texas Hill Country, and the beauty surrounding the Lower Colorado River Lake System. Cedar Park has 860 acres of park space and has been named one of the "Top Ten Places to Raise a Family" by Family Circle magazine. There is truly something for everyone here. If you like hiking, bicycling, water sports, live music, fine wine, great food, shopping, or any other activity, you will find in or very close to Cedar Park. Whether you are a citizen, visitor, or someone who is interested in opening a business here, you’ll feel right at home in Cedar Park.