CEDAR PARK, Texas—The City of Cedar Park marked a significant step forward in public safety preparedness on April 24, 2026, with the ribbon‑cutting of its new Public Safety Joint Training Facility—a $30 million investment approved by voters as part of the 2022 Bond Program. Designed by Hoefer Welker and constructed by Core Construction, the state‑of‑the‑art campus brings together police, fire, and emergency management personnel for the first time in a single, purpose‑built training environment.
City officials, first responders, and community members gathered for the ceremony, celebrating what leaders described as a transformative project that will strengthen regional collaboration and enhance the city’s ability to respond to emergencies. Located adjacent to the existing Fire Training Tower, the new facility expands Cedar Park’s training capabilities with modern, realistic environments tailored to the evolving needs of public safety agencies.
The campus includes a 17,000‑square‑foot training center equipped with classrooms, offices, and Cedar Park’s first dedicated Emergency Operations Center—an asset city leaders say will improve coordination during major incidents. A separate 10,000‑square‑foot simulation and fitness building provides space for scenario‑based police and fire training, while a 7,700‑square‑foot apparatus bay supports hands‑on work with emergency vehicles and equipment.
City officials emphasized that the facility represents more than just new infrastructure. They described it as a long‑term investment in the people who protect Cedar Park every day. By enabling police officers, firefighters, and emergency management teams to train side‑by‑side, the city aims to improve communication, streamline response strategies, and build stronger relationships across departments.
The project also reflects Cedar Park’s commitment to keeping training local. Previously, many specialized exercises required travel outside the region, adding cost and limiting availability. With the new facility, first responders can conduct advanced drills within city limits, increasing both efficiency and readiness.
In addition to the main buildings, the city has incorporated specialized equipment into the broader training campus, including a multipurpose live‑fire training tower supplied by SIMTech Fire LLC. The tower supports realistic fire behavior simulations, further expanding the range of training scenarios available on site.
City leaders said the facility will serve Cedar Park for decades to come, supporting a safe, inclusive, and resilient community. As the ribbon fell and the doors opened, the message was clear: the city is investing not only in infrastructure, but in the preparedness and professionalism of the people who keep residents safe.
