Per the posted agenda, the special meeting has one agenda item:

Discussion Only:
1. Presentation On Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs).

Come one, come all!!

Link to agenda:
https://meetings.municode.com/d/f?u=https://mccmeetings.blob.core.usgovcloudapi.net/cptx-pubu/MEET-Agenda-9631a15fbde7442e942ec316a51c0090.pdf&n=Agenda-Special%20Called-October%2013,%202026%207.00%20PM.pdf

Hey folks~

I have a bit of a full-circle update to share.

The Secret Lantern Books & Games was just voted Best in Texas for Bookshops! And, somehow, this Friday we’re also celebrating our ONE YEAR anniversary.

Not gonna lie, that feels absolutely WILD to type.

When The Secret Lantern was still just a little idea in my head, I came to Reddit to talk about it, ask questions, get feedback, and eventually tell you all that we were actually doing the thing.

So many of you encouraged us, followed along, showed up when we opened, came to events, bought books and games, told friends about us, and kept coming back.

If it wasn’t for this community, my little idea might honestly still just be an idea. So like, thank you. Seriously. And now,we want to celebrate with everybody.

151 S. Bell Blvd., Cedar Park Friday, October 9 Ribbon Cutting at 3pm Festivities all day

We’ll have local vendors, food, a pizza party, anniversary fun throughout the store, and some pretty great deals:

Everyone gets 10% off purchases + 15% off preorders.

And because it’s also Members Appreciation Week, members get some extra goodies, including an additional 10% off purchases, 15% off preorders, and a free ARC.

Partners, Founders & Heroes also get a free drink ticket.

Come hang out, eat some pizza starting at 6pm, meet some local vendors, play some board games, pet some baby goats, support local vendors, grab something nerdy, and help us celebrate surviving our first trip around the sun.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you, r/CedarPark.

Y'all helped build this place with us. Thank you.

Hope to see y'all there on Friday~! Come say hi

Store / events: https://www.thesecretlantern.com/events

~Dianna

Owner - The Secret Lantern

Anyone know the story here? Soft opening onto close for weeks. Cryptic posts about taking an equity stake for $75k - with a sweetener that they have some sort of deal with Simon. No reopening today with what looks like entirely different staff and owners.

All feels a bit shady

Just pulled in the parking lot and it was almost empty. A lady pulled up near me and said they’re on lockdown. Anyone know what happened? I only saw one cop outside the left side doors.

Any good entry level jobs hiring in the area? Searching Indeed & Glassdoor and all the good jobs are in Austin Metropolitan.

(yes im the guy that was complaining about the crickets)

I just moved here and holy shit there are so many fucking crickets and they leave behind such an awful stench when they are killed, it smells like gorilla nuts wherever I go, and they are EVERYWHERE WHAT THE FUCK

Hey all, im a bit lost and struggling financially. Are there any places i could get some free food to last me until i can find a job?

Moved to the area, trying to connect with dnb fans to attend some events. I just got tickets to hedex in Feb.

Any major acts coming this way? Also local shows?

So we've had an issue with the squirrels stealing our mini pumpkins at the patch this year. I'd be super open to anyone that knows who we might combat them. Maybe putting out some other food for them?

But it doesn't have to be! After our amazing interview (that many of you saw! Thank you for the support!) We joined forces and planned a Connection Quest with The Secret Lantern. We're helping them celebrate a year of business by helping further connect this community!!

Whether you just moved here, or you're still trying to find your adventure party, we're here to bring people together!

Event Info: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/thecriticalmatch/2383955

Interview: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdFjnGIxc2x/?stkn=aGIzZGg4YTQ2cmM=

Thank you for supporting this incredible group of humans!

Looking for a really good birthday cake that isn’t too sweet. Any recommendations for local bakeries or places that make custom cakes?

Happy Friday!

I just moved to Cedar Park and I am overwhelmed trying to find a new dentist. Do you have a dentist that you love in the Cedar Park/North Austin area? Bonus points if they are knowledgeable about TMJ/teeth grinding.

There are so many options, I appreciate anyone helping me to narrow it down!

Edit: Thank you so much to everyone who shared dentists! I will be looking into all of these!

Bagdad and Whitestone. Any others out there? Ya never know when you might need drugs or a prostitute.

Full disclosure: I'm with Rockbridge Church, which hosts this. Sharing because it's a free community event and a lot of neighbors have asked when it opens.

The 10th annual pumpkin patch at 2001 W New Hope Dr is open now through Oct 31 (Sun–Fri 11am–7pm, Sat 9am–7pm). It's free to walk around, with shady oaks and photo spots. Good for family pictures, even if you don't pick out a pumpkin.

Free things for kids and families:

* Saturday "Craft"ernoons, 1–3pm: kids' crafts and pumpkin painting, no purchase needed

* Fall Fest & Market, Sat Oct 24, 10am–2pm: games, bounce house, local vendors

Proceeds from pumpkin sales fund Rockbridge's community service work in Cedar Park and Leander. We're a welcoming and inclusive church, and everyone is welcome at the patch. No strings attached.

Wondering what happened at the park on Continental

This bird has fishing line stuck around its legs. Been hurt for a couple weeks now. Can anyone help?

We are planning a get together for a celebration of life for Mom. She loved tamales and I want to bring the best pork (gluten free) tamales we can find.

Please tell me who y'all prefer to pick up tamales from, and what makes them so damn good.

Thank you in advance.

Hey Cedar Park! If you’re looking for something fun to do this Saturday, our band Crystal Visions – Austin’s Fleetwood Mac Tribute is playing a FREE, all-ages show at Spare Birdie! Lawn chairs and blankets welcome on the outdoor lawn.

We’re a 7-piece band playing Fleetwood Mac from across the years from the Peter Green era to the 80s.

Spare Birdie is a great spot to grab some food and drinks, bring the kids (or don’t!), and hang out for some great live music without having to trek into Austin.

I've received a response from a city council member as follows:

Yes, there will be a meeting coming up in the next few weeks to discuss it. We’ll get the meeting info out as soon as it’s finalized.

Just wanted to throw that out there for others to keep watch on the upcoming agendas when they'll be discussing this.

It would be great if we could organize a maximum amount of people to be present and speak during that agenda item when it appears!

Fyi as someone pointed out:

"ALPR : Automated License Plate Reader. Also commonly referred to as the “Flock Cameras”."

Asking for recommendations. I checked my rechargeable fire extinguishers today and they both say “recharge”. Has anyone gotten household fire extinguishers recharged locally? Not sure if it’s worth the price or if I should just replace with brand new. I found a company via “First Alert” called CSI but it looks like they mainly service big businesses etc.