Lee Leffingwell

Austin is "a city that has basically doubled in size every 25 years or so since it was founded."

Says nearly 1 million people are "coming to town" in the next 20 years.

Says 90 percent of Americans and 74 percent of National Rifle Association members support background checks of gun purchasers.

Says Austin trains are "full" at rush hour and "packed" for special events.

Says Austin’s treated wastewater, put into the Colorado River, is of higher quality than water the city takes from the lake for public use.

Says Austin voters can approve seven bond propositions "without raising taxes."

Says "Austin has the lowest property tax rate by far of the five major cities in Texas."

"Invested $90 million in traffic fixes without raising taxes."

Says four-year terms for City Council members are "the norm in most cities of our size."