Topic: August GAC Meeting Transcript

FioHelston

Date: 2012-08-14 20:07 EST
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Welcome and Introductions

Fio Helston She was a few minutes earlier than she normally would be tonight, given the venue change, but accompanied by a pair of pages carrying agendas and another pair bringing in boxes of....something.

Ebon Ilnaren ::stepping through the doors of the Great Helm, he made his way to a seat, nodding to Audrey and to Caroline, and then Shy and finally Katt, trying hard not to chuckle from recollections of the previous evening::

Caroline Granger Her eyes fell on Katt, recognising the girl with a smile as she waved, making her way further inside. Audrey got a smile and a wave, too - Caro had never managed to speak directly to her, but she was a familiar face by now. Overly aware of the bulk of her pregnant belly these days, the CEO of GrangerGuild moved to take a seat herself, groaning with relief at taking the weight off her feet even as she grinned at Fio and Ebon. "Evening all."

NorseLady Glances away from the window, and smiles. A wave is given to each of the others before the meeting begins.

Ebon Ilnaren Good evening, Caroline.

Fio Helston "Hello!" she chimed in answer to the greeting, while she pointed the pages toward the long stretch of counter along the bar. "Set them up there, please."

Caroline Granger "Have I missed anything earth-shattering this month?" she asked in amusement. It was no secret that Caroline generally seemed to miss the big stuff, only finding out about it days later usually.

Katt Don't..say a word..Ebon! People have ears! Blinking up and over she chewed almost violently on the straw that was nearly swallowed in her smoothie. Her straw! Her drink. A smile curved around the straw and she upnodded to Caro.

Audrey Horne ::She chirps a lazy greeting to the pregnant Caroline and anyone else in earshot.:: Evening...::Then she's looking at the boxes, curiosity snapping behind her eyes.::

Ebon Ilnaren ::he said nothing::

Rhiannon Brock ::Smoothing the back of her black skirt, Rhiannon emerged from the ladies room and went to take a seat:: Evening!

Ebon Ilnaren ::but he did go to prepare a glass of iced tea for himself, flashing a grin at Rhi along the way::

Rhiannon Brock ::She waggled her fingers at Ebon and smiled.::

Goldglo ::into the Great Helm he came::

Caroline Granger Rhi's perky re-entry got another smile; even Matt's silent appearance garnered a wriggle of fingers in his direction. Caroline was in a very good mood tonight, it seemed. She must have read that telegram Humphrey received from a Jon Granger, currently on Earth.

Katt Wiggle wave to Rhi, Ebon, and Fio. Okay now she should stretch herself out..and look like she was paying attention.

Denarrd Pryce ::walks out from the back of the Tavern, directing a few last minute details before he approached the Governor:: Is everything to satisfaction'

Andu Kirost ::A low, soft whine fills the air as a shimmering, translucent column appears outside the building, with in seconds the column fills with sparkles like thousands of supercharged fireflies. When the Sparkles and then the shimmering and whine fade, Andu sits there on air, a quarter full mug of coffee in his hands.....

Fio Helston "Since we're meeting in a more casual location tonight, I thought it might be nice if I brought dinner." Stacks of pizza boxes, they were, and the paegs were busy setting up a buffet for the night. "Please help yourselves, get a drink and fill your plates, and we'll start as soon as everyone is settled."

Andu Kirost For a moment or two, then THUMP!!! Gravity takes over and he lands on his rump with coffee splashing all over him.:: (e)

Fio Helston "It is wonderful, thank you," turning a smile on Denarrd.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he would've caught Andu mentally, but unfortunately he was facing away at the time::

Eregor ::he slipped into the tavern quietly and took a seat near Katt, giving the young woman an smile::

Edward Batten The Playboy walks into the tavern, dressed nice and sharp as always in a dark grey suit with an electric blue tie. Stormy blue-grey eyes look over those gathered as he heads for his seat.

Caroline Granger "Fionna, you are a lifesaver. I'd promise you the soul of my firstborn, but I think the father might object." Caroline grinned cheerfully, heaving herself out of her seat to do exactly as the generous governor suggested, fill her plate, offering a wave to Batten, and a blink of surprise to Andu.

Denarrd Pryce Excellent! I will be over there ::points to a spot near the entrance:: should you need anyone, ah, removed. Please signal me if you need anything, anything at all.

Edward Batten Of course, he stopped and heaped a plate full of pizza along the way.

NorseLady Eyebrows knit together as she sits there and observes. A frown beginning to form, but within moments it is gone.

Fio Helston "The pizza tonight is from a local place nearby, called Pizza 'n Beer." she pointed out, in case anyone was curious. "Local small business - enjoy and support them if you like it."

Fio Helston She nodded to Denarrd, grateful for his diligence. "Thank you."

Ebon Ilnaren ::he was always willing to try a new pizza place, and joined Ed in filling his plate....no beer, though, he was fine with his iced tea::

Rhiannon Brock ::Pizza"! Rhi got back up and snagged a slice.:: Hi, Ed! ::She waggled her fingers at him then looked to Eregor:: Hungry' ::She bobbed her plate up and down:: I can grab you one before I sit again.

Goldglo ::food from the Graziano place, given the Graziano lore, was difficult to pass up. Especially when one had not yet eaten. He decided to get some of the pizza, sans beer::

Fio Helston "While you're getting your food, the pages will also be passing out this month's agendas. Please take a moment to look them over."

Andu Kirost ::Muttering something about Homes with overdeveloped motherhood complexes he stands and brushes himself off, and resigns himself to the unavoidable. And so he quietly lumbers into the meeting and takes a seat on the floor, back against the wall holding the door.::

Denarrd Pryce ::He took his place by the door, hoping the evening would proceed without incident::

Yeardley Owens The landscaper was beginning to understand why the old man had picked her as a squire. It was, she decided, going to be costing him some #$%^&* good scotch. Full bottles. Not a spec of dirt, freshly showered, even a dress! Black raspberry ice cream cone was being bitten into when she pushed the door open. Oh hey, big dude by the door.

Katt Eregor got a smile but gawd please don't say anything about last night too. Or Rhi for that matter! Shush it the lot of you! Her expression changed and a smile stretched at seeing Edward. A hand went into a wave.

Eregor Sit, sit, Rhi. ::grinning:: I can get my own pizza.

Denarrd Pryce ::He looked Yeardley over before gesturing that she should proceed inside and not block the doorway::

Caroline Granger Pizza in one hand, agenda in the other, Caroline settled into her seat once again. Gods bless women who brought junk food to official meetings.

Audrey Horne ::She's already eaten enough food to properly be ashamed, so the pizza will have to wait. She may look surprised sitting there, brows knitted together and her mouth a pitiful pout. That's just the grief.::

Rhiannon Brock ::She gave Katt a wink as if to say,"mum's the word." She couldn't help but hear the minotaur thumping about and raised a brow before going back to her seat::

Andu Kirost ::Nods to Yeardley, and shifts a bit further from the door, so his extra-large form isn't even seeming to loom over it by chance.::

Ebon Ilnaren ::a bite of pepperoni was taken and savored:: Mmmmm....not bad at all.

Yeardley Owens Maybe she was a door hog as a side job. Two finger salute tipped up, looking around to pick a chair. Audrey! That-a-way she went, tipping another salute to Andu.

Fio Helston "You're probably wondering about the informality this month," she said as she stepped forward to begin. "We've all been working so hard, and I think it's good sometimes to take a breath and recognize everything that we've been doing. This is my thank you to you for your efforts."

NorseLady The agenda being handed to her is eased out of the page's hand with a soft thanks, "Takk." Peruses it, then glances over at Yeardley. A wave for her. Lightest of blue gaze drifts back to Fio.

Fio Helston "And of course, we invite all of you who have joined us tonight to partake with us."

Audrey Horne ::A wink to Yeardley and she pushes the chair next to her out with her foot for the landscaper before turning her attention back to Fio.::

Ebon Ilnaren ::he glanced at Andu, then over at Fionna, eyebrow raised in a silent question::

Katt Good because she's never going to be able to hear 'I'm a little teapot' and be able to hold a straight face..ever..again...The pizza was eyed but ..that required getting up and out of her seat. Maybe by some mystic power...Come to me...

Fio Helston "That said, I offically call the August meeting of the advisory council to order."

Ebon Ilnaren ::aaaaand a plate bearing two slices of pizza floated over to Katt::

Myria Graziano ::in she comes, but only to grab a slice or two of pizza for her walrus of a brother before she went out again to the Arena, where he was about to try and defend the Overlordship against Candy::

Fio Helston She winked quickly to Ebon. Public place.

Ebon Ilnaren ::the point was acknowledged with a nod::

Yeardley Owens Sitting next to Audrey was just asking for trouble. Or plotting it. Or feeding it.

Katt Her eyes popped wide. "Whoa it worked!" And plate was snatched out of the air with a pleased as punch grin. Thanks Ebon!

Andu Kirost ::The coffee soaked minotaur just sits against the wall and apparently pouts.::

Race Waits for the security guys to do their thing as he makes his way in as quiet as possible, moving to find a seat among the other GAC members.

Fio Helston "Welcome to all of you who have joined us tonight. You may have noticed in the news this week that we have a new council member, Ticallion Carter, who is taking the seat formerly occupied by Gwen Minx. I think the timing prevented him from joining us tonight, but welcome to him, for the record."

Katt Opps. This is the look she gave Fio. Ahem. She'll be quiet now. Smoothie and Pizza. She's all good.

Fio Helston "And a farewell and thank you, of course, to out-going councilor Minx."

Caroline Granger Glancing up, Caroline flashed Race a grin, licking her fingers clean as she listened to the opening of business, absent-mindedly rubbing her palm against what seemed to be a very active little passenger's berth tonight.

FioHelston

Date: 2012-08-14 20:09 EST
Governor's Service Medal

Fio Helston "The first item of old business on our agenda tonight is the renewal of the Governor's Service Medals program, with eight recipients this month."

Audrey Horne ::All three, really. She shoots a sidelong glance to Yeardley, crosses one leg over the other and rests her hands on her knees. By the time her gaze returns to Fio, she's grinning from ear to ear.::

Eregor ::Race got a quick look::

Yeardley Owens Well she -was- there in the name of Tass, it would be against some law if she sat there sweet and quiet.

Fio Helston "I'd like to read the names of our recipients tonight. For full details on the reasons for the awards, please check your briefings on the public announcements. If any of our award winners are here tonight, I'd like to ask you to stand when your name is called."

Calix Aleta A bit late as he moved into the tavern for the meeting and moved to take a seat at a nearby table.

Fio Helston "Antonio Sabatier."

Fio Helston "Ella Sabatier."

Race The grins and nods met a serious nod from the Mogul as he took his seat. Certainly dressed for business as he wore an sharp black suit with light pin striping, a tie of bright emerald broke apart the black silk of his shirt with a gold tie-tack.

Fio Helston "Aristotle Kruger Allen."

Fio Helston "Candy Hart."

Fio Helston "Kheldar Drasinia."

Fio Helston "Yasmin."

Fio Helston "Miranda Branson."

Fio Helston "Lilliana McCrae."

Fio Helston "And Katt Rhysata."

Caroline Granger As the roll of names came to a close, Caroline drew her hands together in a short round of applause for the recipients of the medals this month, even if only one of them was here to appreciate it.

Goldglo ::part of him, the sarcastic part, wondered if Candy won hers for not burning the city down. He did, though, first turn to read why Kheldar, his right-hand man, had won his::

Fio Helston "And that was nine. My assistant can't count." She chuckled.

Yeardley Owens Ice cream chomping was paused so two fingers could be used to whistle a cheer for Katt.

Rhiannon Brock ::She gave Race, Yeardley, and Calix each an upnod since Fio was talking and her own mouth was full of pizza::

Ebon Ilnaren ::Katt's name brought applause and a grin from Ebon::

Fio Helston She joined in the round of applause for the recipients, glancing around.

Audrey Horne ::Her leg begins to bounce- nervous and telling- and she stills it with a slap of her hand against her ankle. While the list is being read, it works. It's when the last name is called that she lets go and starts clapping.::

Calix Aleta Polite bow of his head to Rhi at the greeting, with a appause to the names being read off.

Katt Wonder if she would get in trouble for sneaking along to sit close to Ed. Poke a little at her big brother. Maybe..soonish. For now she was content with shoving pizza in her mouth. Blinking she looked up when she heard her name, the pizza all but hanging out of her mouth now. Fio was stared at like 'huh'? Somewhat confused she still managed to clap for the others but a little confused.

Fio Helston "We see you there, Katt. You can't hide." She cleared her voice, rather amused for some reason, and continued on, peeking down at her agenda.

FioHelston

Date: 2012-08-14 20:10 EST
Petition for Emergency Relief Aid

Fio Helston "New business..."

Calix Aleta Polite nods to the others when the moment seemed right, before returning his attention to Fio again.

Katt Her mouth gawked and down the pizza tumbling in her plate. Thanks Fio! Now her face is pinkened.

Fio Helston "Last week, we received a petition for assistance from the city by an allied city-state experiencing a humanitarian crisis. The request is being met, between public and private resources, however, there is still much to be done."

Fio Helston "A situation room has been established in Town Hall to manage the details of the aid project. Our city FLA auditor, Dib Jaster Aurene, is heading up the relief efforts and coordinating shipments, working with RASG squadrons out of Stars End and private shipping interests, both in Stars End and through the harbormasters' office."

Fio Helston "The largest unmet need so far are hands....volunteers who can assist with building or with medical assistance, in particular."

Katt She knew she was suppose to wait till later to ask but really she found herself with a question. Her hand went up but only a little.

Caroline Granger Caroline raised her hand, a query on her mind.

Fio Helston "If any of you ahve resources at your disposal that you can pledge, or if you know people who would be willing to volunteer to assist, please contact Jaster and he'll help expedite things."

Fio Helston "Yes, Councilor Granger?"

Caroline Granger "I was just wondering if anyone has approached Rhy'Din General, Riverview, or the other clinics around the city," Caroline wondered aloud. "It didn't occur to me to do so, but I would imagine that between them, they should be able to put together an impressive medical team of volunteers."

Rhiannon Brock ::She looked over to Matt and gave him a thumb's up. She had Battlefield Park covered. He'd probably seen that letter by now.::

Fio Helston "Fair point. I -believe- so, but we'll make a note to follow up and make sure." She glanced toward one of the pages who was acting as their scribe.

Goldglo ::he nodded in return to Rhiannon, half guessing at her message::

Rhiannon Brock ::Rhi raised a hand::

Fio Helston "Yes, Councilor Brock?"

Race Having reviewed the initial privte correspondance about the situation, a dark part of the Mogul found it rather ironic that the pen-master of the Fair Laibor Agreemant could actually use a few whip-prodded hands to to help in this crisis.

Rhiannon Brock I work part-time at Riverview in the Animal Therapy Program. If you like I can speak to the Chief of Staff or Director on the council's behalf. Fio Helston "That would be great, thank you, but please coordinate through Jaster, so we can keep things organized."

Rhiannon Brock ::She nodded::

Andu Kirost ::Andu remains silent, hands in his lap, figuring his help wouldn't be wanted, regardless of the need.::

Fio Helston "Anything else on this subject?" Her gaze swept around the place, to check.

Katt Her hand had lowered but she was already making plans. Instead she turned back onto the pizza. Nom nom.

Race The Mogul raises his hand to be recognized.

Fio Helston "Councilor Race?"

Calix Aleta He kept his hand lowered as at the moment he was just watching and listening.

Race With a slow exhale the Mogul stands, features somber. "Governor Helston, fellow Councilors." He looks to them all. "I can scrounge up the manpower required to help Alain, however..." He pauses now, not certain of the effect his following statement will have.

NorseLady Using the back side of the agenda paper, jots down some notes of her own.

Fio Helston She listened, intrigued by the however.

Katt Race had her attention almost instantly. This had to do with Alain" Race was stared at long and hard before she looked over to Fio.

Race "It would require the temporary suspension of the Fair Labor Agreement." Stated plainly and without preamble.

Calix Aleta His brow rose as he looked to Race on that as well.

Ebon Ilnaren ::black eyes went wide as he looked at Race::

Fio Helston "Out of the question."

NorseLady Glances up and looks first at Race, then at Fio.

Ebon Ilnaren ::nodding in affirmation with Fionna::

Caroline Granger Caroline's expression darkened to a frown immediately, shocked that Race would even suggest it.

Fio Helston "I won't authorize that and he wouldn't accept it."

Edward Batten The Playboy is, indeed, listening. Of course, it doesn't look like he is, what with him stuffing pizza into his face. But Alain's name had drawn his utmost attention, and he paused a moment to swallow as he directed his attention to Race, archin an eyebrow at his latest interjection.

Audrey Horne ::The ink-pen falls from her lips and she looks between the governor and Race, one dark brow ticking up.::

Yeardley Owens However was almost as good as 'but', at least for causing problems. "Why?" Oh, probably should have raised her hand.

Edward Batten The Playboy raises his hand.

Edward Batten Since, ya know, he's paying attention and all.

Eregor ::the Time Lord raised an eyebrow at the suggestion::

Fio Helston "Miss Owens, then Councilor Batten."

Andu Kirost ::The minotaur just looks confused, having no idea what the "Fair Labor Agreement" is.:: Race There is but a curt nod as he retook his seat.

Edward Batten He chuckles. "Act'ally, my question was along sim'lar lines t'hers." He gestures in Yeardley's direction. "Ah'm understandably curious as t'what would require de suspension of de FLA, m'self."

Yeardley Owens "Why not consider it if the outcome is what everyone wants" You haven't even asked why it would have to be suspended." Tossing that on the floor for debate.

Edward Batten "B'fore we reject de idea completely, dat is."

Ebon Ilnaren ::he took a deep breath, and then another::

Yeardley Owens Two finger salute to Ed, although it maybe ought to bother her they thought alike.

Fio Helston "I believe Councilor Race is suggesting I allow him to send slave labor to the relief efforts. Am I mistaken?" She pointed that question to Race.

Rhiannon Brock It suggests use of slave labor. ::A glance between Yeardley and Ed::

Imp ::poofs in somewhere in the room::

Edward Batten Especially with him being one of the original signatories of said FLA.

Katt Which is why she wore such a sour expression. She didn't even try to hide it.

NorseLady The meeting just went into a higher mode of interest for the female Viking. Continues to silently observe and listen.

Andu Kirost ::::okay, that does it. Even the mention of the use of "slaves" irritates this minotaur, and so he raises his hand.::

Edward Batten The Playboy retains his usual easy smile. "Call me curious. Ah ain't approvin' de idea, Ah jus' wanna hear what it is."

Katt Her eyes shifted over to Andu when she saw his hand go up.

Caroline Granger Caroline's expression had darkened further, her good mood abruptly gone as she sat back. She had personal reasons for objecting to any suggestion of using slaves, having almost been there herself. It had taken the intervention of Alain to get her out of a problem with Anubis Karos.

Calix Aleta No change in his expression on the subject as he continued that silent gaze of the council members and the audience that were present.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he raised his hand as well::

Denarrd Pryce ::crossing his arms, half expecting the conversation to break down into shouts and yelling shortly::

Denarrd Pryce ::which meant he might need to spring into action::

Fio Helston Her eyes ticked to Ebon, and she nodded, his turn after Race answers.

Audrey Horne ::Would you look at that, it's cigarette o'clock.::

Fio Helston "We'll take questions from the public at the end of the meeting," she murmured without really glancing that way.

Race He felt the spike in tentsion at his recommendation when Fio directed her question at him he didn't bother with a joke or quip. Just met her gaze. "I was one of the first to sign the FLA into being. Make no illusion that I would ask its suspension lightly. A large amount of manpower will be required, I simply do not see a better means at present. Rhydin has not exactly been a den of altruism as long as I've been here."

Edward Batten He looks thoughtful at that...then shakes his head.

Fio Helston "Ebon?" she was still taken aback, and suspended formality.

Yeardley Owens This time she raised a hand. One of Audrey's hand, but a hand.

Edward Batten "Nah. Ah'm one of de orig'nal signatories s'well, but dere are ot'er ways dan forcin' folks ta fight for us."

Edward Batten Or, even worse, fer some'ne else."

Andu Kirost ::Sighs and lets his hand drop, and glances at the door longingly.::

Calix Aleta He nodded in silent agreement with Edward there.

Caroline Granger "Alain would never agree to it," Caroline murmured softly.

Katt Her jaw flexed painfully, the flesh going white. It took all she had not to say something aloud at Race for his ..choice of words. Instead she forced a piece of pizza in her mouth. Yay Ed. Sisterly love and extra beignets for joo!

Imp ::leans back, and looks as if waiting for something::

Audrey Horne ::Ahh, what the hell. She wiggles her fingers.::

Rhiannon Brock ::She nodded as she heard Ed. Her pizza now finished, she wiped her hands and mouth with a napkin::

Koyliak ::slips in and finds a seat::

Ebon Ilnaren Thank you, Governor. While I am adamantly against the use of slaves, I do wnder—and forgive my ignorance in this—what about convicts" I honestly don't know much of our city's correctional facilities, but if we have them, might it be worth offering model prisoners a chance to shorten their time served" A work release program, as it were"

Fio Helston And Yearaudrely after Ebon.

Edward Batten He raises his head at Ebon's proposal.

Ebon Ilnaren Also, ::and he looked to Ed:: I don't believe fighting is the need here, but rather construction and distribution of supplies.

Race Points at Ebon, that had been his thought direction.

Imp ::spaces out at the tought of model prisoners on the cover of magazines::

Caroline Granger "That would only be acceptable if they are given a choice," Caroline said, her voice quiet but firm. She would not be a party to anything approaching slavery.

Imp ::obviously not getting the meaning of what they meant regarding model prisoners::

Ebon Ilnaren Agreed. ::to Caroline::

Fio Helston "Exactly, to Caro's point. I wouldn't rule that out, if it were carefully controlled so as not to infringe on the rights of those who might -volunteer- for a program like that, but given the delicate situation in St. Aldwin at present, I need to think aboutit and disucss the idea with Councilor DeMuer."

Edward Batten He keeps his hand raised, though there's a faint nod in Granger's direction.

Fio Helston "Audrey and then Ed."

Rhiannon Brock I believe the wording "offering a chance" implied a choice. ::She glanced to Ebon::

Audrey Horne I can donate the services of my cleaning crew. I'm sure they would love to help and while it's not a huge group by any means, they're not slave labor. They would do whatever was wished of them. ::She glances around the room and wrenches her hand free of Yeardley's, only to shoot the landscaper an affectionate finger behind her chair..::

Yeardley Owens The landscaper let Audrey answer, since she wiggled fingers and everything.

Imp ::peers at Audrey:: Anything"

Imp ::suddenly interested::

Fio Helston "Contact Jaster. He'll be grateful for the help."

Fio Helston "Ed."

Audrey Horne ::She salutes Fio and shoots a quick glance to Imp.:: Sure, big brutish guys that'll do anything.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he nodded back to Rhi as he settled into his chair and took a sip of his iced tea::

Imp oh, never mind ::waves a dismissive hand::

Yeardley Owens Such an innocently sweet smile to Audrey. Also, she raised her own hand this time.

Rhiannon Brock ::She blew Imp a kiss as she silently excused herself and headed for the ladies room::

Imp ::swoooOOoons:

NorseLady She has questions, but knows they will have to wait. In the meantime, continues to take notes.

Edward Batten He lowers his hand and leans forward in his chair, resting his elbows on the table and interlacing his fingers. "De idea of usin'...prisoners fer labor, an' offerin' dem some kinda fair compensation - eit'er reduced prison times, or fair wages - is acceptable to me. But Ms. Granger's got a point. Dey may be prisoners. but we should offer dem a choice." He takes a breath, then continues.

Audrey Horne ::She grinned at Imp and listened like a good girl.::

Calix Aleta At the moment he had no questions to ask as he ordered a beer from a passing tender. Paid for and all once it was brought to him, he took a sip of it.

Imp ::makes a face and mutters:: choice" They are criminals....that's free labor in my book. ::harrumphs::

Edward Batten "But even if dey have a choice, if we're gonna offer dis as a choice, Monsieur DeMuer has his fair share o'enemies. Provided dat DeMuer approves dis, Ah t'ink we should still have some kinda guard. Ot'erwise, Ah suggest we ask fer volunteers, rat'er dan offerin' Alain prisoners to work wit'."

Katt Nose wrinkle and proud smile for Edward.

Fio Helston She nodded, finally trusting herself to take a full breath. It was clear from her expression she agreed there. "Miss Owens?"

Imp Wait a second! ::interrupting as only Imp could:: They should work for their food and lodging! I say it's free labor! Everybody wins!

Ebon Ilnaren ::he jotted something down on his notepad::

NorseLady A flick of gaze over at Edward for a moment or two, then looks at Imp.

Yeardley Owens "I get it, no one likes slaves, but let's not forget this realm has a vast amount of cultures. Might be wise to at least consider it for the good of some homeless people you -want- to help, especially before the weather turns." Tass was going to regret sending in the landscaper with no mouth filter.

NorseLady Her gaze now drifts to Yeardley.

Fio Helston "Absolutely not."

Fio Helston "I thank you for expression your thoughts, and appreciate the difference of opinion, but over my dead carcass."

Edward Batten He gives a rather cold look to the Imp. "Lemme ask ya somet'ing, pardner. If some'ne toldja dat all ya had t'do t'keep yer house an' food was build somet'in' fer some'ne else, all de time, what would you say?"

Calix Aleta He couldn't help but to chuckle softly to hearing Fio.

Caroline Granger Caroline's jaw set, clearly expending a real effort not to react aloud to what was being said. Her fingers clenched on the arms of her chair, agreeing with the governor silently.

Katt She twitched in her seat and ...darn it there was no more pizza in her plate. Empty plate was stared hard at.

NorseLady Looks over at Denarrd.

Imp Gee, I dunno dude. ::that was to Edward:: But if some guy killed your mother would you care if he had to build letrines for the rest of his life" Or would you ask him if he wanted a free steak and potato'

NorseLady Then back to Edward addressing Imp.

Yeardley Owens "I'm going to take that as a no." White teeth flashed a smile, not bothered in the least.

Imp Unless you didn't like your mother. ::shrugs::

Katt "I believe the subject has been addressed.." She said it slow and evenly. Sharp greens narrowed over to Imp. Overboard much'

NorseLady Imp just addressed one of her questions ....about murderers.

Ebon Ilnaren ::raising his hand again::

Audrey Horne ::It's a sticky conversation and she's happy to sit and listen to the debate its birthed, eyes dancing between person to person before settling on Fio. Her cigarette, for the record, remains unlit for now.::

Andu Kirost ::Scowls at Imp for his choice of examples.::

Caroline Granger A tiny foot connected with Caroline's kidney, jerking her out of her angry silence with a faint 'oof'. Distracted by the growing agitation of the baby in her womb, she forced herself to calm down. If this went on much longer, she was going to have to leave for the sake of her own health.

Imp ::blows a kiss to Katt and nudges someone next to him:: she digs me

Fio Helston "Councilors....you've all given me plenty to think about tonight. One more and then we'll have to move on. Ebon?"

Goldglo ::glances over at Koy with a wry 'one of those meetings' smiles::

Yeardley Owens Back to eating ice cream, following Audrey's lead to listen and be good. For a few minutes.

Race The Mogul made his suggestion and would not engage in the topic of prisoners in his mind those who forsake the laws of the realm they reside in, forsake their right to be protected by those same laws. He just grimaces and sits back in his seat with a frown.

Katt The statement she made was the subject overall and after a long stare at Imp she turned attention to Fio.

Edward Batten He snorts. "Hell no, Ah'd stick him in a deep dark hole. But if he had de opportunity t'make up fer it, in some small way, Ah'd offer it. Wit' fair compensation. We ain't here t'command de actions of ot'ers. We're here t'guide an' direct de actions of de city as a whole, includin' dose dat ain't been given de chance to contribute. If dey still shoose to say no, dey can rot fer all Ah care."

Koyliak ::The most subtle of nods to Matt as she remained all pointed ears, playing catch up::

Imp Ok, then you won't mind when I my cousins go and rob you blind. Just saying!

Ebon Ilnaren Thank you. To address the Imp's example....I believe I did suggest "model prisoners" before, but to clarify, that does not include murderers or similiarly vile criminals. I was thinking of those who had committed lesser offenses....and yes, my intent was to offer opportunities for them to volunteer. ::he nodded to Ed:: Well said, just there.

NorseLady Picks up the paper and turns it over. What is next on the agenda? Once she sees what is listed, places the piece of vellum face down onto the table again.

Imp Not that I will admit or deny they are related in any way. ::keeps on muttering::

Ebon Ilnaren ::another nod, this time to Fionna as he gave up the floor::

Edward Batten He snorts at Imp. "Ya can certainly feel free t'try. O'course, Ah'll be sure to send ya a disclaimer dat indicates dat any deat' o' family members ain't my fault, if ya choose dat course o'action."

Fio Helston "Okay." She actually got out her gavel and used it, for what might be the first time. RAP RAP RAP

NorseLady Smiles as Fio uses her gavel.

Calix Aleta Hammer time!

Imp ooooooo....gavel....::very ADD of him::

Yeardley Owens One simple little landscaper, with one simple little 'why', and Fio gets to gavel!

Katt Finally...Next subject please and thank you!

FioHelston

Date: 2012-08-14 20:12 EST
Petition for Personal Assistant for Imp

Fio Helston "Next subject..." And she actually sighed. Really, SIGHED, as she looked at the agenda.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he couldn't help but send Fionna a sympathetic look at that sigh::

Fio Helston "Councilor Imp," she glanced at the little blue devil. "Has petitioned the city for a personal assistant. Before I make a decision on this, I wanted to offer Imp the floor for no more than FIVE minutes to plead his case."

Calix Aleta Side glance to Imp now. " This should be good. "

Imp oooh! oooh! oooh!! That's me!!! My petition! yeah!

Caroline Granger So much for keeping her blood pressure down. Caroline took a sip of her water, her eyes turning toward Imp curiously. What the hell could he possibly want an assistant for"

Katt "Councilor Imp." Oh..Oh geez. The one that though she liked him. Slowly her eyes went over to Imp.

Imp Oh, you want me to explain why'

NorseLady Smirks at the time limit. Sits back in a more relaxed posture, crossing her legs at the knees; right leg over left.

Yeardley Owens Ice cream cone was tipped Audrey's way, if she didn't mind landscaper cooties.

Fio Helston "Yes, please."

Imp Oh ok! Well, you came to talk to me, "talk", about my fan mail and how your secretary couldn't handle it. So I figured you should assign a personal assistant to handle my fan mail and other, you know, work"

Goldglo ::now it was his turn to sigh. And groan while he stared at Imp::

Audrey Horne ::She apparently didn't mind landscaper cooties. She leans towards the cone, her cigarette resting between her fingers, and gives it a lick.::

NorseLady Begins to snicker, softly.

Imp Well, she WAS complaining about my fan mail! ::pointing at Fio::

Katt Snerk. She turned her attention to her smoothie. She was staying out of this one.

Fio Helston "I'll explain," drily. After Imp is done.

Calix Aleta Poor Fio.

Ebon Ilnaren Shouldn't his fan mail be delivered to his Manor anyway'

Race Gets up and heads over to the food.

Imp ::shushes Ebon::

Fio Helston Her phone buzzed in her pocket. She frowned and slipped it out to look at it.

Edward Batten "You would think so." That to Ebon.

Imp ::to Edward:: you too shush!

Audrey Horne ::A thumbsup for Yeardley, then it's back to watching the show..err..meeting.::

Calix Aleta Sip of beer again, followed by a soft chuckle.

Katt "Should be finding his own assistance not asking the Gov to do it for him." Mumble mumble around her straw.

NorseLady Softly chortles now.

Fio Helston Her thumb moved over the keypad and she dropped it back into her pocket.

Katt assistant^

Edward Batten He gives Imp a look that includes his tongue stuck out and one crossed eye.

Calix Aleta " Could always hire a big bairy man to do it. " Murmured aside to Katt.

Imp ::gives Edward the finger::

Calix Aleta *hairy

Fio Helston "Maybe I should explain."

Ebon Ilnaren He could have his squire handle it. ::innocent grin::

Imp ::man, was about to ask what a bairy man was::

Ebon Ilnaren ::shushes, but only for the Governor::

Edward Batten The Playboy isn't fazed. Why can't de P'Imp just take out a pers'nal ad?"

Fio Helston "Councilor Imp accosted a group of schoolgirls on a field trip in Town Hall. Allegedly."

Edward Batten ^"

Calix Aleta Someone that would love to play with the Impster.

Imp There's no proof of that!

Edward Batten A snicker from Ed. "Oh, sure dere is..."

NorseLady Raises a gloved hand to cover her mouth, muffling her laughter at this point.

Fio Helston "However, for some reason, they enjoyed it. And my office has been inundated with mail from all over the city in support..."

Caroline Granger "Why can't the table quiet down for the governor when she asks?" Caroline's voice was quietly amused, but she had a point.

Imp See" Fan mail.

Fio Helston She cleared her throat, and glanced at the rafters. "Panties."

Ebon Ilnaren ::hey, he quieted down for Fionna::

Fio Helston "Hundreds and hundreds of them."

Imp All sorts of them!! ::is excited now::

Katt "Shush.." She chuckled at Ed. Blinks at Fio. How..does one react to such news" Slowly she looked over to Imp then dies when she hears Fio.

Imp Even chain mail!

Calix Aleta Slow glance to Fio on that and coughed hard.

NorseLady No longer able to control it, bursts out in hearty laughter.

Katt Dead.

Koyliak ::Tries not to grin but fails::

Caroline Granger One sip of water, and Caroline was choking, thumping at her own chest in the midst of spluttering cackles of laughter.

Audrey Horne ::She's right there with you, Shylah.::

Goldglo ::runs both hands over his face::

Imp Ok, fine. Hire an assistant for your assistant to sort my mail then!

Imp fan mail!

Andu Kirost ::just shakes his head. Imp doesn't need an assistant, he needs a censor on his life.::

Calix Aleta Now he joins in on the laughing, but tries to keep his more quiet.

Edward Batten Even the Playboy can't help but laugh.

Fio Helston Her expression never lightened. "So....I have a solution, pending the approval of a majority of the council..."

Edward Batten "An' here Ah t'ought Ah was de only one dat got feminine lengirie in de mail..."

Ebon Ilnaren ::somehow he managed to keep a straight face::

NorseLady Eventually her laughter ebbs, and she quiets down to snickering again.

Edward Batten ^lingerie

Katt This is why she doesn't check the mail.

Fio Helston "Those of you who have been with us for a while may recall that my cousin has been seeking various...office appointments....since my first election."

Imp Cousin" Is she hot'

Fio Helston "Including Pumpkin Queen Protector, or something like that."

Goldglo Like pumpkin juice tester ::low mutter, to Koy::

Ebon Ilnaren ::okay, NOW he cracked a grin::

Yeardley Owens Ohno, Tara.

Katt "Tara..?"

Ebon Ilnaren (s) Perfect!

NorseLady It is all Fio's fault as another gale of laughter erupts out of her.

Fio Helston "If the council agrees with me, I think that she'd make a fine assistant for Imp. Thoughts?"

Katt She paled and a hand shot high up! "Fio! Are you sure putting Tara and..." She glanced over to Imp then back to Fio, "Him...a good idea?"

Caroline Granger No longer coughing, but Caroline's grin was wide enough. "Oh, absolutely."

Katt Halloween meeting was going to go boom. She saw it now...

Imp ::looks confused::

Calix Aleta Slwo smirk crossed his lips to hearing Fio, more so when Tara's name was mentioned. With a thumbs up to Fio for the idea. He's not a coucil member, but he agreed.

Koyliak Well tha's an idea....::an arch of an eyebrow at Matt and the slow spread of a grin nodding in agreement::

Fio Helston She ignored Katt right now, fighting with great difficulty to look serious.

Fio Helston "All in favor?"

Caroline Granger Up went Caroline's hand!

Ebon Ilnaren ::wiping tears of surpressed mirth from his eyes:: Aye!

NorseLady Just thinking about Tara and the Imp sorting through hundreds of panties does nothing to help matters, either.

Caroline Granger Definitely in favor.

Katt Her hand lowered down to her lap. Pff..fine ignore her.

Goldglo ::he can't in good conscience pair up Imp and Tara - he feared the end of the world. His hand stays lowered::

Katt Exactly! Matt got it!

NorseLady Her stomach hurts from laughing so hard. She, too, swipes at the tears that have formed.

Koyliak ::She looked to Matt but raised her hand::

Eregor (s) Tara would probably just keep them all for herself as free samples anyway....

Fio Helston "Going....going...." like it was an auction....

Imp ::just waits wondering if he will get that assistant or not::

NorseLady Bring the gavel down!

Calix Aleta " He'd become her next husband. " Murmured under his breath.

Fio Helston "Done!" RAP! "Approved. I'll have her contact you, Imp."

Katt Chokes on her smoothie and laughs at Calix.

Yeardley Owens The landscaper figured Tara would use the names as a dinner list, but that would open up a whole new debate!

Imp Yes!

Calix Aleta Flash of a smile to Katt.

Caroline Granger "Out of curiosity ....what exactly is the city going to pay her with?"

Fio Helston "Pumpkins."

NorseLady "By the gods!" Spoken a little louder than she wants. Continues to swipe at the tears of laughter.

Ebon Ilnaren Free panties" ::to Caroline::

Calix Aleta He kept him mouth shut!

Calix Aleta *his

Ebon Ilnaren Or pumpkins, that works too.

Imp Thanks Babe! ::that's to fio:: You won't regret it!

Katt "No pumpkins for halloween." Sigh.

Caroline Granger Both answers brought another laugh to her, the pregnant CEO thumping back in her seat with her hand over her mouth as she snickered to herself.

Fio Helston "Oh, I'm sure I will," muttering.

NorseLady Two P's. Pumpkins and panties. Is doing her best to calm down.

Caroline Granger Pumpkin panties. Sounds ....messy.

Imp ::PP"::

Calix Aleta Pumpkins, panties with a side order of Tara and Imp. Run..Just run.

Edward Batten Oh yeah. The P{layboy just about fell out of his saet with laughter at the appointment for Imp's fan mail secretary.

FioHelston

Date: 2012-08-14 20:13 EST
Land Grant from Ravensheart Academy

Fio Helston "Next on our agenda. The city has received a grant of land from the Ravensheart Academy."

NorseLady Watch out for seeds. Seedless panties?

NorseLady Snickersnorts a couple fo times.

NorseLady * of

Katt "(vs) I need more pizza.."

Fio Helston "I'd like to open up discussion on possible use for the parcel. But given the hour, I'm going to ask that you send me correspondence with your suggestions."

NorseLady Clears her throat now that Fio is moving along to the next item on the agenda.

Fio Helston "At the end of the week, I'll open a poll for the city to vote on their preferences."

Imp Oh I know!! ::to fio's parcel:: A panty plant!

Fio Helston "Don't push your panty-planting luck, you purloiner of preteen virtues." Oh, saints and proxies.

Fio Helston "Next on the agenda."

Imp ::cackles madly::

NorseLady A thought pops into her head ....they just went from prisoners to panties to pumpkins. Now a panty plant. Oh my!

Katt Can't help...she starts giggling.

Calix Aleta Pumpkin panty plant. Say that ten times fast.

FioHelston

Date: 2012-08-14 20:14 EST
Upcoming Events

Fio Helston "Upcoming events."

Fio Helston "Remembrance Day is August 22nd. We will be hosting our annual call for reminiscences to be published. City offices will be closed that day."

Imp ::to fio:: Why'

Caroline Granger Remembrance Day was going to be hard again this year. Caroline nodded silently, making a note to keep an eye on Gordon and Gabi as the day approached.

Fio Helston "There will be..." She stopped and looked at Imp. "Why what?"

Imp Well, why and who are we remembering" Oh, and why is the office closed"

Fio Helston "It's a day for remembering lost loved ones. And the offices will be closed so the city employees can observe the day with their families."

Edward Batten The Playboy just...looks at Imp at that question.

Koyliak ::She frowned faintly::

Imp But....if they are lost....how can they spend it with them'

Fio Helston .....Her mouth opened, and closed. And opened again. And closed.

NorseLady Finally speaks up, "Hush Mister Imp." But flashes a dimpled smile his way.

Fio Helston "They'll have to look really, really hard."

Imp ok, ok....I'll shut up

Imp see" I'm quiet now.

Calix Aleta " It's a day to pay respect to those that have passed on. " Softly to Imp.

Katt "Because they are still with us in our hearts. It is a time to think about them and celebrate their memories." She offered to Imp quietly.

Fio Helston She turned back to the agenda. "There will be an End of Summer Bash on September 1-3 at the new casino."

Imp ah ok

Imp Gambling! Now we are talking!

Katt Ah! Fio reminded her she still had a lot of planning for the bash. Scratching through her hair she glanced down at her plate. Hmm...

Calix Aleta Side glance and nod to Katt as they both had the same general idea.

Fio Helston She was just going to keep going at this point. "September 8th is Citizens Day. There's a concert planned. If anyone else would like to host a gathering or event on that night, please let me know."

NorseLady Jots down more notes.

Eregor ::he had some ideas for the Bash as well::

Caroline Granger Caroline couldn't help it. "I have it on fairly good authority that none of my family is planning a wedding for Citizens Day this year," she offered. "The only one who might have eloped over this last weekend gone."

Fio Helston She smiled at Caro. "That was a lovely wedding and everyone enjoyed the party...." Then she continued. "October 13th is Nexus Appeasement Day. Last year, I worked in the RDI as a guest tender. We'll be calling for that again this year. I'll be hosting, wearing a vintage Lars Bloodgin Joint servers' uniform. Anyone else interested in helping out, let me know and we'll coordinate with the hosts."

Imp ::raises a hand, but doesn't wait to be called:: I was wondering....When is Imp's day'

Fio Helston "All Hallows Eve will be celebrated publicly on October 27th in RhyDin. Katt Rhysata is taking that event again this year, so if you want to help, contact her."

NorseLady Chortles at Imp's question, then glances over at Katt and smiles.

Fio Helston "Why don't you and your assistant come up with a list of proposed dates and we'll talk about it at another meeting?"

Fio Helston She didn't break stride.

Imp oh ok! Will do that!

Fio Helston "November 4th through 10th is Dueler Appreciation Week, and we're looking for volunteers to help with that..."

Katt A cattish grin. That is right. She scooped up Halloween before anyone could. Mhwhahha. Oh the plans she had...Shy got a wink. Topping last year was going to be interesting.

Goldglo ::hand up::

Fio Helston "And December 15th is the Governor's Yule Ball. I spoke with Risa Jones not long ago, and unfortunately, she will not be able to assist with that weekend this year, so if anyone wants to help on that committee, please let me know."

Fio Helston "Matt?"

Ebon Ilnaren ::cough:: governorscagematch! :cough::

Goldglo Our exhibition will be during that week?

Fio Helston "Oh, that's right...."

Fio Helston "We're going to kick off Dueler Appreciate Week this year with a Governor's Cage Match between Matt, myself, Kitty and Dris, if we can get him sobered up."

Fio Helston "There will be a pool. Bet on me."

Katt Hmm..She was tempted to scoop up Christmas too. If just because..snow! "Good luck!"

NorseLady Softly chuckles.

Edward Batten He grins. "I'm betting on Matt. He has experience."

Imp ::sits there daydreaming about being in a cage with fio and Kitty::

NorseLady Seriously considers helping Katt. She will speak with her later.

Fio Helston "He's old."

Eregor ::snicker:: He's a youngster.

FioHelston

Date: 2012-08-14 20:17 EST
Question and Answer and Conclusion

Fio Helston "And....on that note, I'll open up the floor for questions and answers."

Katt She coughed a laugh.

Calix Aleta Finishing off his beer then tossed it in a trash can. Still reminning quiet. No questions here.

Caroline Granger Here's hoping the Yule celebrations this year weren't too late for her to attend.

Caroline snorted at the banter back and forth, hoping the questions weren't going to bring them back to the issue of the FLA.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he considered loaning Doran to Katt::

Katt A hand went up.

Fio Helston "Katt?"

Katt "If nobody speaks up on the Yule then please let me know. I'll do it too." Give her something to do with snow" Darn tooting she'd be all over that.

Fio Helston "Noted."

Imp ::wait, fio said questions, raises a hand, and again doesn't wait:: Wanna go out with me sometime"

NorseLady Laughs.

Katt "Also I-" Stares over at Imp.

Imp ::blows a kiss at Katt:: You'll have to wait your turn, babe.

Fio Helston "Imp, you know I think you're even bluer than Harris's hair..."

Katt Snort. "You ain't got a chance in hell to date me."

NorseLady More laughter ensues.

Fio Helston "But I'm afraid of my cousin, and she's going to take her position as your right hand really seriously."

Imp ::nudges the person next to him:: They really dig me.

Calix Aleta " Very seriously. " Murmured.

Imp ::wink and eyebrow waggle for Katt::

Katt Mental strangle. Hey if she could get pizza...Ahem..."Bon Bon will be offically reopened next month. I am going to wait until the 21st or so to have an open house."

Ebon Ilnaren Huzzah!

Fio Helston "Excellent news!"

Caroline Granger "Brilliant!"

NorseLady Applauds. She has been waiting for this news!

Calix Aleta Side glance to Katt on that. " Good to hear. " Smile offered to her.

Katt "I still have a few minor details to deal with that is why it is not opening sooner. So please...no getting nosey around the new site or I'll deny sweets!" You have all been warned.

Fio Helston "Any other questions, or shall we close on that sweet note?"

Caroline Granger "Need a taste tester with a craving for sugar?" Caroline grinned impishly over at Katt.

Yeardley Owens Another two fingered whistle. Just in time for fall beignets!

NorseLady Decides to hold her questions for a later time.

Katt "I seem to have a lot of those lately. Can always use another?" She grinned at Caro.

Race Having busied himself with pizza the Mogul lifts his hand at the Dueler Appreciation stuff.

Caroline Granger "I will love you forever." Winkie wink to Katt, and then she's behaving herself again.

Fio Helston She didn't wait long. RAP! "Meeting adjourned. There's still pizza and I am buying hte beer. If you want, take it down the road to watch the end of the Overlord Challenge."

Imp ::to fio again:: So I guess that's a maybe regarding my question' ::toothy grin::

Fio Helston "Hope springs eternal, Imp." She winked and blew him a kiss.