Let’s look at some numbers that describe our region. 9.0%. That was the expansion of Austin’s overall economic activity in the last 12 months, according to the Dallas Federal Reserve Bank. That extraordinary growth rate beats 4.2% in Fort Worth and 6.6% in Dallas. Six….
Thanks to all who participated in the Imagine One Austin Information Series that concluded earlier this week. We exceeded our expectations, with more than 500 individuals attending one or more of the seven part series. If you missed an evening or want to refer to…
The next few months will be an exciting time for Austin city government and the community at-large, with a packed November ballot featuring our city’s first 10-1 election. For 35 years Leadership Austin has been working to develop skills, explore issues, and connect community leaders….
What does the outcome of the 2008 Presidential Race mean to Central Texas, and how might it impact Austin’s upcoming elections? If all politics is local—as former U.S. Speaker of the House Tip O’Neill auggested—how do national issues such as the Wall Street bailout, the…