'State Of Leander' Luncheon Scheduled

LEANDER, TEXAS — Residents wishing to hear a detailed presentation on municipal milestones over the last year are invited to attend the annual "State of Leander" luncheon later this month.

The luncheon is a popular event for engaged residents, and tickets are selling out fast. Those purchasing a ticket also have the option of purchasing an Annual Lunch Pass to get two lunches for free. With the latter option, "...you never need to register and are always guaranteed a seat," officials said.

The event is scheduled Tuesday, Jan. 22, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Hill Country Bible Church Leander, 11880 Hero Way West, Suite 600. Those needing further information can contact Chastidy Vernengo at (512) 259-1907 or via email at office@leandercc.org.

Leander has been experiencing brisk growth over the last few years, having recently hit the 50,000 mark in terms of population. With a growth rate of more than 11 percent — that's an average of 16 people moving in each day — Leander is now the fastest growing city with 50,000-plus population in the country, city officials note on the municipal website

"With almost 1,600 single family housing starts last year and a number of new multifamily projects either open or under construction there seems to be no stopping the city’s expansion," city officials wrote on the city's website.

The statistics bear out those assertions of brisk growth. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, here are the city's population figures over the decades:

1980 2,179
1990 3,398
1995 5,189
2000 7,596
2005 17,501
2010 26,310
2015 37,889

Registration options for the upcoming luncheon include:

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