The retired Navy pilot, Vietnam veteran and former Austin Mayor will be recognized when Texas Football hosts Texas Tech.
Lee Leffingwell was elected Mayor of Austin in 2008 during the depth of a national economic recession, but a key focus of his two-term service was successful economic development and job production.
Leffingwell consistently stated that "quality of life begins with a good job," and he recruited companies like Apple and Facebook to Austin, infusing opportunity and hope in the workforce. His ability to problem solve and adapt as a municipal leader is directly tied to the skills he learned as a Navy pilot.