Cynthia Gary

Occupation: educator 346-888-7931 [email protected]

What makes you uniquely qualified to be on City Council?

I’m excited about Missouri City’s future and believe that I’m uniquely qualified to be on City Council because I am extremely passionate about service to my community. I have had the opportunity to serve successfully in both city and county government. I’ve served as a member of the Missouri City City Council and also a member of the Fort Bend Independent School District board of trustees.

Is the city’s transportation infrastructure able to support the city’s economic growth?

With [the Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County’s] plan for more rapid transit in the Houston region along Hwy. 90 from the Fannin South rail station to Beltway 8 in Missouri City, our city’s transportation infrastructure will be able to support the city’s economic growth. This rail system will play an integral role in [generating] revenue for our city as we reach out to potential businesses and corporations to make our city a possible hub for their companies.

Chris Preston

Occupation: business owner 832-988-2499 [email protected]

What makes you uniquely qualified to be on City Council?

As a product of Missouri City, I’ve witnessed firsthand the changes our city has been through. Furthermore, the city needs young, vibrant and energized leadership. I represent a generation that’s underrepresented on City Council despite the fact that millennials make up the majority of the population. We’re the generation that’ll sustain the economic development and prosperity of Missouri City. As such, we should be engaged in the decision-making process.

Is the city’s transportation infrastructure able to support the city’s economic growth?

No, Missouri City is a growing city, and the current infrastructure is inadequate to support the commuter population that travels each day into Houston’s medical center and central business district. Missouri City is a very attractive place to live and raise a family. As such, we will realize continued growth with new residents moving into the city.

Susan Soto

Occupation: attorney 832-831-9936, 713-874-7965 [email protected]

What makes you uniquely qualified to be on City Council?

Working as an educator in Texas public schools for 17 years gave me experience and insight into governmental operations. Managing staff, serving the local community and overseeing a publicly funded budget all helped me to develop skills that will serve Missouri City constituents. I am now a solo attorney with my own law office and as a small business owner, I understand the needs of business owners in our community. I am comfortable reviewing and interpreting policy and law.

Is the city’s transportation infrastructure able to support the city’s economic growth?

With its direct access to Hwy. 90, the Fort Bend Toll Road and Beltway 8, and near access to Hwy. 59, Missouri City has built an excellent foundation for transportation infrastructure. Those major thoroughfares will serve business and commerce in the outlying areas of Missouri City well. The challenge now is to be forward thinking. The improvements to Texas Parkway are a good start, but infrastructure improvements must keep pace with economic growth.