Cedar Park council approves Plug and Play agreement, Lakeline Park master plan and several contracts; votes at a glance

A series of administrative items and contracts were approved unanimously by the Cedar Park City Council at Tuesday’s meeting.

Plug and Play agreement: Arthur Jackson, the city’s chief economic development officer, presented a proposed continuing partnership between the Cedar Park Economic Development Sales Tax Corporation and Plug and Play. Jackson said the updated agreement adds an aerospace and defense vertical and includes an annual payment of $1,000,000 as part of a total incentive package of $1,500,000 that will fund mentorship, workshops and corporate partnerships. Council approved the agreement without recorded opposition.

Pavement‑marking contract: Steven Hannesen, assistant director of public works, recommended an indefinite‑delivery/indefinite‑quantity (IDIQ) agreement with DIJ Construction for pavement marking services with a not‑to‑exceed cap of $1,750,000 over five years (approximately $350,000 annually). Hannesen told council the cap reflects added striping miles and a roughly 60% industry price increase compared with five years ago. The council approved the contract.

Lakeline Park master plan: Consultants from SWA and Parks Director Mike DeVito presented the 2026 Lakeline Park master plan phase 2 priorities—enhancing existing amenities, elevating natural areas, expanding access to the lake, and preserving sensitive ecology. The council approved the master plan and staff will return with detailed design contracts for phase 2.

Other actions: Council voted to accept a $15,000 donation from the Parks and Trails Foundation for Project Comfort; it also approved joining Williamson County in a joint application for the federal Safe Streets for All grant program. Following a closed executive session, the council approved a settlement term sheet and authorized the city manager to execute the settlement agreement on terms discussed in executive session.

Why it matters: The Plug and Play agreement commits recurring city economic development funds to a vendor partnership the city said has driven local business attraction; the Lakeline master plan sets the vision and priorities for future park design and access; the pavement contract funds visibility and safety measures such as crosswalks and bike lanes.