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1. What is happening? What are Cedar Park's restrictions?
2. In addition to the prohibition on outdoor irrigation / sprinkler use, are any other activities restricted at this time?
3. Is the change due to the drought or residential / commercial growth?
4. How will I know when I can resume normal water use?
5. Have HOAs and HOA property managers been notified of these restrictions?
6. Is the City turning off its irrigation and not using hose-end sprinklers for watering?
7. Does The City Of Cedar Park Water Treatment Plant Have Enough Capacity To Meet Demand?
8. Why is it taking so long to repair the line?
9. What is Cedar Park's water source? Where does Cedar Park get its water?
10. How is this being enforced? What are the penalties?
11. How do I report an outdoor water usage violation?
12. Why are Cedar Park's restrictions different from other cities?
13. I live in another member city of the BCRUA. Does this information apply to me?

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1. What is the council-manager form, which is used in so many local governments?
2. What is the council’s function?

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1. How do I get an address?
2. What is the difference between a legal lot and legal tract?
3. Why can't I get an address before the plat is recorded?
4. Who do I contact for addressing questions?

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1. How long does it take to get a building permit?
2. How long is my building permit valid?
3. Do I need to post my permit?
4. May I, as a homeowner, act as my own general or subcontractor?
5. What do I do if my building permit expires?
6. How may I apply for a building permit?
7. Where is the Building Inspection Division located?
8. How do I schedule a building inspection?
9. How do I know if my building inspection has passed?
10. Where may I find the City Ordinances and Building Code?

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1. How do I apply for a permit?
2. Do I need a permit?
3. How do I search for a issued permit / submit for a public information request?
4. What do I do if I need help printing a permit or adding a permit to my account?
5. How do I find zoning for a property?
6. Where can I find information on permit fees?
7. How do I find information on required inspections?

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1. Where can I find the City Code of Ordinances?
2. What are the common complaints that the Code Compliance Officers investigate?
3. How can I make a complaint?
4. How will I find out what happens to my complaint?
5. How long does it take for the Code Compliance Officers to investigate my complaint?
6. What if I want to remain anonymous?
7. How can I get my HOA (or POA or COA) covenants, conditions and restrictions (CCRs) enforced by the City?
8. What can I do if I disagree with a City Ordinance?
9. How do Code Compliance Officers work to enforce city ordinances?
10. If the city abates a problem on my property, who is responsible for payment?
11. Is the city allowed to enter my property and abate a problem without my permission?
12. What is the fine for failing to abate a nuisance or hazard, or for violating a City Code?
13. May the Code Compliance Officers file the same complaint on me more than once?
14. May the Code Compliance Officers enter my property without my permission?
15. Do the Code Compliance Officers have the authority to enforce City Codes outside of the city limits?

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1. When does the Planning and Zoning Commission meet?
2. When does the City Council meet?
3. When will my property be annexed?
4. What is the current and projected population of Cedar Park?
5. How can I get the dimensions of a lot?
6. What is the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ)?

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1. Who approves my subdivision application?
2. Who prepares a subdivision plat?
3. What areas are included within the subdivision jurisdiction of the City?

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1. What is my property zoned as?
2. I am planning to open a new business in town. What are the parking requirements?
3. What are the building setbacks on my lot?
4. How do I change the zoning of my property?

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1. Are chairs or blankets allowed?
2. Is the playground open on Saturday?
3. Does Saturday’s event have an age limit?
4. Does the park have bike racks?

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1. What is the Brushy Creek North Fork Trail?
2. How did the Brushy Creek North Fork Trail concept originate?
3. What's the current status of the project?
4. When do you anticipate construction to begin, and how long will it take?
5. Can you move the trail closer to the creek (further from the homes)?
6. How can I stay up-to-date on the status of this project?

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1. What does FEMA stand for?
2. What is a flood?
3. What is a floodplain?
4. What is the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?
5. How does the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) benefit the community?
6. What is the Community Rating System (CRS)?
7. What is a 100-Year Flood Zone or Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA)?
8. What is a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM)?
9. What is a base flood elevation (BFE)?
10. What are my odds of flooding within a 100-year floodplain?
11. How do I know if I am in a flood zone?
12. My house is in a floodplain - what do I need to know?
13. Who has to buy flood insurance?
14. What is Pre-FIRM and Post-FIRM?
15. What is an Elevation Certificate?
16. Who can prepare an Elevation Certificate?
17. Why should I have an Elevation Certificate for my property?
18. What is a Letter of Map Change (LOMC)?
19. What are the different types of LOMC?
20. How long does it take to obtain a Letter of Map Amendment (LOMA), Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), or physical map revision?
21. My mortgage company has informed me that my house is in a floodplain and that I will be required to purchase flood insurance - what do I need to know?
22. What is floodplain management?
23. Where can I find more information about the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP)?

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1. Why are floodplain maps being updated?
2. How often are these maps updated?
3. Who initiated the update?
4. Where is this happening?
5. What is the general impact of new floodplains? Are more properties going to be in the floodplain?
6. Who should I talk to if I have questions?
7. What is the plan for educating the public about this?
8. Why and how do I obtain flood insurance in newly-mapped areas?
9. Am I eligible for the NFIP Grandfather Rule?

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1. How does a traffic signal work?
2. Who do I call if the signal isn't working properly?
3. How are speed limits determined (or changed)?
4. What is traffic calming?
5. What can be done about speeding in my neighborhood?
6. Does the City of Cedar Park have a traffic calming program?
7. How do the pedestrian signals (walk/don't walk) work?
8. How do I request a Stop Sign, traffic signal or Speed Limit Sign for an intersection?
9. Why doesn't the city of cedar park install "Children at Play" signs?
10. I have noticed certain signs with curve symbols and a lower speed limit posted directly below the sign. How is this speed limit established?
11. I see cameras at certain intersections. What do they do? Does the City of Cedar Park use photo-radar or other automatic enforcement techniques?
12. How can I get more information about traffic volumes and speeds on my street?
13. Who can I call if I cannot see at an intersection because of trees, plants, privacy fences, etc.?
14. What is a TIA (Traffic Impact Analysis) and why is one required? What type of developments require a TIA?
15. How does the City of Cedar Park determine where new roads go?

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1. What are bonds?
2. Why does the City of Cedar Park use bonds?
3. How are bonds repaid?
4. Will the proposed bonds impact our tax rate?
5. Can bonds be used for any other purpose than what's described in each proposition?
6. If approved by voters, how soon could construction begin on bond-funded projects?

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1. What is “ad valorem?”
2. How is the City's property tax rate determined?
3. How is property tax collected?
4. How is tax revenue used by the City?
5. What is a Fiscal Year and when does it begin?
6. How is my property value determined?

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1. What Is The Proposed Total Maximum Tax Rate?
2. What Is The Total Amount Of The Budget?
3. What Are Some Highlights In The Total FY 23 Budget?
4. Is This An Increase Over Last Year’s Budget?
5. What Was The Average Taxable Value Of A Homestead In Cedar Park This Year And What Was It Last Year?
6. What Is The Homestead Exemption?
7. What Opportunities Were There For Public Input On The Budget, Prior To Adoption?

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1. What is a homestead exemption?
2. How does the homestead exemption work?
3. Does Cedar Park have a homestead exemption? Why?
4. Are any other exemptions affected by this?

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1. How can I set up a tour?
2. May I request a smoke detector installation?
3. May I have a birthday party at a fire station?
4. Can a fire truck be requested for grand openings?
5. How can I reach the Fire Prevention Division?
6. Is it allowed to burn a pile of brush?
7. What is Cedar Park’s Insurance Services Office (ISO) Rating?
8. Where can I go to dispose of used oil or other hazardous household waste?
9. How do I dispose of a fire extinguisher?
10. Where can infant car seats be installed?
11. Are fireworks illegal in Cedar Park?
12. Does Cedar Park have a Juvenile Fire Setter Intervention Program?

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1. Why did Cedar Park add this program?
2. How much does it cost?
3. How do I sign up?
4. Do I have to schedule a pick up for my house?
5. Can I use the HHW Solutions pick up service for my business?
6. Is there a limit of items that can be set out for one pickup?
7. Are there items HHW Solutions cannot accept?
8. Do I have to label my HHW items?
9. Can I mix my items to save room in my containers?
10. When is pickup day?
11. I won’t use it, do I have to pay?
12. Who is eligible?
13. When is cut-off time for scheduling?
14. Where do I place my HHW?
15. When is the next HHW event?
16. How do I know if I’m registered or not?

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1. How can I apply for a position?
2. Where can I find out about job opportunities?
3. What will the job postings include?
4. What type of positions are available with the City?
5. What kinds of benefits does the City offer?

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1. How do I get a library card?
2. What is my User ID?
3. Can I check out books from other libraries?
4. How long do library materials check out for?
5. How do I renew my library materials?
6. How much does the Library charge for unreturned, lost, or damaged materials?
7. Can my organization use the Library's meeting rooms?
8. Does the Library take book donations?
9. How can I use a computer at the library?
10. Does the Library have WiFi?
11. How much does it cost to print, copy, fax, or scan?

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1. When should I appear or submit defendant requests?
2. How should payment be made for my citation?
3. How do I request a payment plan?
4. Where is my ticket filed?
5. How do I find out if I am eligible for a Driver's Safety Course?
6. How can I have a ticket for Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility (No Insurance) dismissed?
7. How should I file a complaint regarding treatment by court staff?
8. What do I need to know about trials/court hearings?
9. I'd like to file an appeal/motion for a new trial; what should I do?
10. What are the proper attire and conduct for court?

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1. What is Teen Court?
2. Am I eligible to have my case heard in Teen Court?
3. How do I request my case be heard in Teen Court?
4. What are the benefits of having my case heard in Teen Court?

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1. How large is the event?
2. What happens when we arrive?
3. What type of vendors’ food will be at the event?
4. FAQ for Santa’s Wonderland activities

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1. Is my property in a floodplain or floodway?
2. Who can help me determine water and wastewater availability if there has not been service to a specific location before?
3. What do I do if my water pressure is low?
4. What do I do if I have a question regarding my water bill?
5. Who do I contact for a water line inspection?
6. Does the City repave all the streets?
7. Who do I contact to report potholes?
8. Who should I contact about tree obstructions in right-of-way?
9. Is the City responsible for streetlights?
10. How can you tell I have a leak?
11. Who do I call to check for a leak in my meter box?
12. If I have a leak, how do I turn my water off for repairs?
13. How do I read my meter?
14. Can I get my meter tested for peace of mind?
15. What are all the wires in my meter box?
16. Is the City of Cedar Park responsible for the repair of my service?
17. Why does the City of Cedar Park not repair the lines running to the building?
18. How do I locate water mains and wastewater mains if I am doing excavation?
19. What is the water pressure to my property?
20. How do I have my water tuned off in the event of an emergency?
21. My water just started looking milky and dirty, what is going on?
22. What causes the tiny air bubbles in my water?

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1. When does the City trim trees?
2. Will the City trim trees that are on my property?
3. Why do you recommend that homeowners trim their own trees?
4. What are the measurement guidelines for trimming trees over public rights-of-way?
5. Will the city pick up the branches I trim?
6. I still have some questions or concerns. How do I contact you?

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1. What do I need to do to start water service?
2. How do I stop service?
3. How much notice do I need to give before starting/stopping services?
4. Who do I contact for garbage services?
5. Who do I call if my garbage was not collected?
6. How is my sewer (wastewater) calculated?
7. What do I do if I have a leak?
8. When is my deposit refunded?
9. How can I pay my bill?
10. How is my rate calculated?

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1. What are digital water meters?
2. Why did we get digital water meters?
3. How do the new digital water meters benefit me?
4. How does the technology work?
5. How can I access the data on my water usage?
6. What type of alerts can I set up?
7. How much will the digital water meters cost me?
8. What do I do if I think my meter reading is incorrect?
9. How secure is my data and information?
10. Are the new digital water meters safe for me and my family?

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1. What is this all about?
2. What is the Utility Debt Service Fee on my monthly water bill?
3. How does this annexation impact my local property taxes?
4. Why does each District pay a different monthly fee?
5. What governmental entities will I be part of?
6. Am I eligible for a “Senior Tax Freeze?”

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1. If I have questions, who can I call?
2. By what time do I need to set out my carts?
3. Why do the side-loading automated trucks not service my neighborhood?
4. Is recycling picked up with every trash collection?
5. Why single stream recycling?
6. How will I know what my trash/recycling pickup days are?
7. Why wasn’t my bulk trash picked up by the trash truck?
8. What is my monthly rate with Central Texas Refuse?
9. Won't the paper get wet if I recycle my commingled containers with the paper?
10. What will Central Texas Refuse (CTR) accept for pickup?
11. Will my extra cardboard get picked up?
12. How do I simplify my recycling?

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1. Will you pick up yard trimmings outside of the yard trimmings recycling timeframe?
2. I saw a worker put my yard trimmings into my trash cart, and my cart was emptied into the truck. Is this typical?
3. Do items count towards bulk items limit?
4. Why don’t you offer yard trimmings recycling year-round?
5. My regular recycling collection is biweekly. How often is my yard trimmings recycling?
6. By what time should I set out my yard trimmings?