Council Member Leffingwell honored by Heritage Society of Austin

For Immediate Release
Nov. 9, 2007

At its luncheon today (Friday, November 9th, 2007), the Heritage Society of Austin will present a “Merit Award” to Austin City Council Member Lee Leffingwell. He is the only official from the City of Austin to receive the Merit Award this year.

In its award announcement, the Heritage Society wrote: “The Heritage Society annually presents its Preservation Awards to honor individuals and institutions for their visionary approach to preservation and commitment to maintaining Austin's architectural, cultural, and environmental heritage. By creating more recognition for outstanding preservation projects and preservationists, the Heritage Society hopes to inspire others to carry on the important work of safeguarding Austin’s heritage.”

“I’m honored to be recognized by the Heritage Society,” Council Member Leffingwell said. “I’m very interested in continuing the work we’ve already begun on crafting local historic districts to help neighborhoods protect older, unique homes from demolition. I also plan to continue working to preserve Capitol View Corridors that add to the city’s unique aesthetic beauty.”

The awards luncheon takes place from 11:30 AM -1:30 PM at the Driskill Hotel in downtown Austin.

Contact: Larry Schooler, Policy Director, Council Member Lee Leffingwell, 974-2260