🌱 Leander Old Town Master Plan + NFM In Cedar Park + Adopt A Pet!

Morning, people of Cedar Park-Leander! It's me again, Rose Mendez, your host of the Cedar Park-Leander Daily.

First, today's weather:

A thunderstorm in spots. High: 83 Low: 70.

Here are the top three stories today in Cedar Park-Leander:

1. On Apr. 21, the Leander City Council selected consulting firm Kimley-Horn's proposal of a $130,000 budget to complete the Old Town Master Plan. The city initially budgeted $75,000 for the project that is supposed to revitalize the historic town center. The council approved a zoning change in 2021, to allow more restaurants and entertainment in Old Town. Some residents want Old Town to become a "funky, artsy, pedestrian-scaled, historic hot spot, restaurant destination, organic, small businesses, charming, welcoming and a community gathering place." (Community Impact Newspaper)
2. Yesterday, Apr. 29, Nebraska Furniture Mart (NFM) chairman Irv Blumkin said that "sales continue to trend above pre-pandemic levels even with supply chain issues, inflation, and consumers getting out more and spending on experiences." NFM is building a large new store in Cedar Park that is set to open in 2024. But inflation could hurt sales. Blumkin said that so far consumers are paying higher prices, but "it could be a challenge" if prices continue to rise. (Dallas News)
3. The Cedar Park Police Department announced that a bat that tested positive for rabies was found at Reagan Elementary School, located at 1700 East Park Street. As of Apr. 29 at 5:45 p.m., there is no known human or animal contact with the bat. CPPD also advised the community to ensure their pets' rabies vaccines are up to date. If you come into contact with a bat, do not touch it and contact Animal Control at 512-260-4622. (Cedar Park Police Department)

Today in Cedar Park-Leander:

• Barre3 + Brews At Red Horn Brewery & Roastery (10:00 AM)
• Mother’s Day Handprints At Pottery Parlor (10:00 AM)
• Virtual All Ages Storytime At Cedar Park Public Library (10:30 AM)
• Virtual Teen Library Council At Cedar Park Public Library (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new best friend? Check out the latest adoptable pets in the Cedar Park-Leander area on Patch. (Cedar Park-Leander Patch)
• The City Council of Cedar Park congratulates the Cedar Park High School Lady Timberwolves Basketball Team, Division 5A State Champions! At the Apr. 28 meeting, the City Council honored the Lady T-Wolves with a proclamation. (Facebook)
• Congratulations Lieutenant Larry Bond! The Cedar Park Police Department announced that Bond graduated from the 59th School of Executive Leadership at the Institute for Law Enforcement Administration: The Center for American and International Law. (Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll see you around!

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!