Topic: January GAC Meeting Transcript

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:19 EST
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Welcome and Introductions

fiohelston "Good evening everyone. We'll get started here as soon as everyone gets settled. I'm going to start the agendas around the room. Take one and pass them on, please." ( http://www.rdi.dragonsmark.com/forums/viewtopic.ph p"p=171731#171731 )

Caroline Granger Caroline didn't often cut it this fine. With Jack tucked onto one hip, she pushed open the door, letting them both in out of the cold, both noses red in pale faces thanks to the weather. The slightly more informal setting, however, kept her from feeling too late, making her way over to the bar to grab a cup of coffee, murmuring to her son as she did so.

Rachael Douglas Dip of raven haired head to those whom she recognized in the gathering. Apple She'd take the two badsiders, then blink at Candy. "...Well, have another." Holding it out.

Apple "Now you can sit down, I guess." Pats at the seat next to her for the Fox.

Marc Franco ::His coat was tossed over a chair and he took a seat and an agenda.::

Candy Hart Singular shoulder shrug, she took one of the beers and just opened it with a long pull.

Jingo Trick "I have treats for you too!" He reached into a small pouch at his side and withdrew a candied apple — he didn't know Candy was going to be there, he just wanted to give his mentor a sweet apple.

Rachael Douglas Agenda was taken and set aside, before the rest were passed on down the line.

fiohelston She finished getting things started and moved back to the chair she'd staked out at the front table, puckering a couple of air-kisses at Marc as she dropped into her chair to clip the mic to her sweater.

Candy Hart "That one never gets old..." Another drink.

Goldglo Or are you? ::a question for G to metaphysically ponder::

Rhiannon Brock ::Rhiannon came in the door, grabbed a glass of juice and a copy of the agenda before taking a seat::

Alain DeMuer Alain skimmed his copy of the agenda as soon as it was passed to him, then lifted his eyes to study Franco with a slight frown.

Katt Shifting a bit in her seat she yawned, attempting to shake off the sleep..or the need for it. Pawing at the agenda she drew it close and gave it a peek over.

Jingo Trick Then he hopped up into the chair as indicated. "Would you like me to take notes?" She should probably say no, he was a fox and his writing was worse than a chickens.

Marc Franco ::His fingers wiggled in a wave. First to Fio and then Alain before his eyes dropped to study the agenda before him.::

Caroline Granger Coffee in hand, Caroline slipped over to the table, dropping herself down into a seat beside Ebon and Olivia with a grin. "Evening," she greeted father and daughter, lifting her head to smile to the others in greeting even as she fought her way out of her coat, turning her attention to untangling Jack from his snow suit.

NorseLady Eventually an agenda makes its way into her gloved hand; the rest are passed along.

Candy Hart Toasted her beer to Katt.

PrlUnicorn ::Colleen, notebook in hand, wasn't far behind her daughter as she found a seat::

G Takes a pamplet, and looks at Matt. "You see me eating nothing but Ramen with my crack whore girlfriend" Uh-uh. I'm wealthy and I have a supermodel girlfriend. I'd say I am excellent with contracts." A grin.

Jingo Trick He got a daydreamy look as the thought of chickens ran through his little brain.

Apple "Oh, sweet." Taking the candied apple and looking it over...her poor, poor diet. "I'll save it for later." Offering Jingo a smile. "and sure! I used to take notes for Gwen when I was her squire."

Eregor ::he entered with Rhi, blew her a kiss, and moved to a spot in the non-Council side of the room::

Katt Chicken scratch is better than hieroglyphics? Rubbing her knuckles against her cheek she smiled a bit in Candy's direction.

Steve Armstrong At some point the machinist had come in, working along the fringes of the growing crowd to plant himself casually against the wall. Both weathered hands were tucked into the pockets of a light WWII-era leather bomber jacket.

Alain DeMuer He quirked a smile in reply.

NorseLady Smiles at those who take a seat nearby, in the spectators area. "Greetings."

Candy Hart If Candy takes a moment looking at Katt it's because she's sizing up the woman's head for that kitty-cow girl hat.

fiohelston She tapped it to make sure it was working and stood. "Good evening, everyone. It seems like an age since we last met. Welcome to our first council meeting of the new year."

Jingo Trick He pulled out a notebook and pen and took up a ready position, pen over paper, he held it in his fist with the point of it straight down. It was going to be epic. "I am ready."

Audrey Horne ::Aww, lookitdabebes. It makes her miss Susie. Still grinning, she looks down to the agenda and holds it out just enough for Saffron to see if she wants.::

Ebon Ilnaren Good evening, Caroline....since you brought Jack, I brought Olivia to give him company. ::then he fell silent as Fionna began the meeting officially::

Jingo Trick straight*

Apple "Listen carefully. This stuff is, like, very important." Said low to the fox while nodding.

NorseLady Turns her gaze upon Fio as she begins the meeting.

Katt Oh lawd. Luckly she was not paying attention to the sizing up. Too busy texting her brother to remind him of the meeting.

Rhiannon Brock ::She grinned at Eregor and settled in to read the agenda::

Dia Solari ::Taps once at her eyeglasses befor settling back in her seat, and her attention on Fio.:: Jingo Trick "I listen well, you will not be disappointed." He whispered back to Apple, his face scrunched up in concentration as he started writing the headline. Humans I don't know talking important stuffs.

PrlUnicorn ::Colleen adjusted the hem of her skirt before she crossed her legs and rested her notebook on her lap::

Caroline Granger Catching an agenda as the pile went past, she laid it on the table, dropping Jack's snowsuit on top of her bag as she settled the pair of them. As soon as he was free, the baby boy grabbed her hand, dragging her fingers to his mouth to gum enthusiastically as things got started.

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:20 EST
GAC New Members

fiohelston "A number of you are new to the council - welcome. A few members are missing, but we hope that they will arrive before much longer. If you have never sat as an active member of the Council before, would you please rise so I can introduce you?" PrlUnicorn ::She waggled her fingers at Ebon and baby Olivia before standing::

Saffron Jensen-Lefevre She tilted her head a little as she looked at the agenda over Audrey's shoulder, switching between teh fangs on which one would hang over her lower lip. "....Fitting that Fashion Week starts on m birthday..." She fished into the pocket of her supremely patched up denim jacket to pull out two rather fudgy, flourless brownies. One she held out for Audrey, a brow raised. "Same recipe as last time."

Candy Hart Relaxing back, she isn't new.

Audrey Horne ::Her eyes on Collie, she fishes a note from her pocket and drops it in Candy's lap. She doesn't even look at Saffron, but she does palm one of the brownies and nods her thanks to the vixen.::

Apple She was at a meeting while squire of seaside...so it might count!

Candy Hart Prods Apple to stand up.

Caroline Granger "Dude, I swear to gods, you gotta stop doing that," Caroline muttered to her son, rescuing her now soggy fingers and handing him the brightly colored teething ring Rhi had materialised for him during the last formal meeting of the GAC. She pointed her son toward Ebon and Olivia. "Lookit the pretty little girl."

Candy Hart Oh and she has a note. After prodding Apple, Candy looks to the note.

Jingo Trick First up - targeting of new members. Note: Watch Apples back to check for 'kick me' signs. He was scribbling madly now.

G Oh, she wanted them to just stand up. Okay, so he stands up. "And remember, I'm the new Rhydin controller. make sure you introduce me right."

G Had thought she was going to introduce, and they stand up one at a time.

Rachael Douglas Notepad was flipped open and notes were taken in neat, left handed handwriting.

Apple "Wait...what?" Stands.

Candy Hart Folded up the note and nodded to Audrey. Candy reviewed the agenda while watching the current introductions.

NorseLady Lightest of blues drift from Colleen to G as the new Council members begin to stand up. Smiles prettily at them.

fiohelston She leaned in behind Matt to flick the back of G's head. "We have two new civilian members of the council, Colleen Fenner," she motioned toward the woman who stood with a playful smile, and G'nort something-something-something-mumble-Talandor, as well as two new members who come to us from the Baronial ranks: Andrea Anderson," she turned to flicker a smile at Apple, "and Rakeesh Sah Tarna, who will hopefully be joining us shortly."

G Does the air sparkle around him' Yes, it does. The gnomes did overtime as they made for effects.

Ebon Ilnaren ::having finished her bottle for now—which promptly went into the larger pouch at Ebon's side—Olivia goggled at Jack, and semi-smiled as babies do::

Audrey Horne ::She snickers at Apple, because she's adorable and returns Candy's nod with one in kind before biting into the brownie. Just keeping on with the attention paying.::

G "Rakeesh is never on time, Fio. He'll be an hour late if he shows up at all."

Eregor ::G'nort's comment made him chuckle::

PrlUnicorn ::She smiled and waved once as her name was called::

G "TalanAdor. There's three a's. Hmph. You'd think I never ran for office before."

Apple She'd do her best to not act nervous while waving a hand to the crowd. Ahem..! Slooowly sits back down. Thumbs up to Jingo.

fiohelston "Well, wonderful," she shook her head with a rueful chuckle at G'nort's tidbit. "I'd like to formally welcome you all to our ranks. The council has an important role in the government, serving - not to always agree with me - but to challenge me to consider multiple perspectives and options before making decisions that impact the community."

NorseLady A little wave back to the new members, whether they expected it or not.

Rhiannon Brock ::She stifled a laugh at the comment about Rakeesh being tardy.::

fiohelston "As such, I do want to encourage each of you - new and old - to speak up, either publically or privately, when you feel I have missed something integral to the many situations we encounter."

Jingo Trick He gave Apple a toothy grin then went back to writing, biting his lower lip as he concentrated hard. Second, putting new members in place.

G "Like my name?"

Caroline Granger Noting the names and faces that were unfamiliar to her, as well as those she knew from around town, Caroline smiled, nodding in greeting to them, as Jack waved his rattling ring at Olivia. Babies liked other babies, right'

Steve Armstrong Hawkish blue eyes flickered from face to face as they were introduced, before Steve's attention wandered back out over the audience.

Ebon Ilnaren ::Olivia grabbed at the teething ring, though it was out of reach....she seemed fascinated by it::

Saffron Jensen-Lefevre She had already scarfed down half of her brownie before looking sidelong to Audrey, then back to the introductions, her shoulders easing down as she settled comfortably into stare-y watch-y position.

fiohelston G knew she was teasing him. "Like your name, G'nort Dragoon-Talandor. Exactly." Her amusement hadn't abated. It was going to be an interesting meeting. "And thank you, all of you, for your willingness to serve on this council."

PrlUnicorn Somehow, I doubt anyone in the room is older 'an me, but I could be wrong. ::She chuckled and sat back down::

Marc Franco ::He paused in the note taking in the margins of his agenda to lift his eyes, his gaze darting between the various speakers.::

G "TalanAdor. Three 'A's"

G Pleasantly speaking, also.

Eregor ::he coughed at Collie's statement::

fiohelston "TalaAdor," she corrected herself, just as pleasantly. "And my apologies. Please be seated,"

G "God said 'Let there be light.' Collie said 'Don't you tell my children what to do. You want light, you get it yourself.'"

PrlUnicorn ::She gave Eregor a wink::

G Stares at Fio.

Caroline Granger Choking back a laugh at Collie's comment, Caroline grinned, brushing her lips against the back of Jack's head. Things seemed to be fairly settled, child-wise. It was a good sign for the rest of the meeting to come.

G "Say it with me. Ta-Lan-A-Dor."

Candy Hart Drinks her beer, watching the exchange.

fiohelston "Thank you," she repeated pointedly.

Audrey Horne ::She falls into a lean against Saffron, smiling and chuckling softly at comments overheard. Before she knows it the brownie is gone and she's licking bits chocolate from her fingers one at a time, her eyes drifting from G to Fio and back again.::

Jingo Trick Three, lessons in bad human humor and wierd names. Why do they not have easy names....like Jingo' Scribblescribblescribble.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he was just shaking his head at the Great Name Discussion::

G Be glad he didn't press on his middle names.

Alain DeMuer Alain's eyes followed the exchange like one would a tennis match. Or ping pong, given the size of the space.

G Then he sits.

Rhiannon Brock ::Rhiannon looked between Fio and G:: G'nort Esplanade Gneesmacher Dragoon Talanador. ::She went back to reading her agenda::

Apple Looks down at her phone...she had it hidden under the table. Some searching going on. Wait, Matt was here. Eyes him! She'd then nudge Candy and pass her phone over. "Hold this for me." She was an addict after all, needed to be cut off.

NorseLady Wonders if Franco is going to write about this meeting, and if he does hopefully he will get G's named spelled correctly. A glance over at Marc as those thoughts flit through her mind.

G "Did you add the hyphen?" To Rhi

Candy Hart Short exhale. Candy locked the phone and stuck it into a pocket of her jacket.

Saffron Jensen-Lefevre "D'aw, Audsmugauds." She shifted over and moved to a seiza kneel on her seat, raising up her shoulder to give Audrey a better leaning post. From there, she finished off the last half of her brownie and just....settled, like something clicked into place.

NorseLady * name

Ebon Ilnaren And also hello. ::following up Rhi::

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:23 EST
Governors Service Medals

fiohelston "There were a number of Service medals awarded this morning for events or other acts of service that occurred between November and the present.," she pressed forward with the agenda. "The press release went out this morning and each of you were sent an advance copy via courier."

Rhiannon Brock When I write it, I add the hyphen. ::She grinned at G:: Not when I say it.

G "Okay, so long as you remember the hyphen." Nods, gets quiet.

PrlUnicorn Show off. ::She murmured and winked at her daughter::

Candy Hart Back to listening with a nod to Fio.

Rachael Douglas Notes continued to be taken in neat, precise handwriting, left handed.

Goldglo ::lo, Apple has spent 36.5 seconds phoneless! He keeps watch upon her::

Apple Fingers twitch...

Jingo Trick Fourth: The giving of pretty medals. None could be as special as ribbon from Fair Apple Maiden. Copy of where to get paws on awards delivered in morning. Note: Tell Jingo if you want him to procure said awards. There were little stars put next to the last part, it was very important.

Apple She can only hope that the cute boots she was bidding on would still be available after this was over.

fiohelston She let them finish before she continued. "I won't repeat the entire announcement, but I do want to take a moment for a round of applause for the individuals who were honored and to remind everyone that these are *nominated* awards. If members of the community - on the council or no - know of something that you believe should be recognized, please let my office know."

NorseLady Right booted foot begins to bounce a little as her gaze shoots back to Fio. Arms cross beneath her arctic furs as she silently observes and listens. Then, unfolds her arms; muted applause for the the Service medal recipients.

Eregor ::he applauded the medal winners::

Candy Hart An easy clap for the individuals that had been awarded. She leaned over to Apple and lowered her voice.

Caroline Granger Aware that applause tended to upset Jack, Caroline chose to forego joining in, instead gently laying her palms over her son's ears to keep him from protesting at the unexpected noise.

Apple Her hands were given something to do. She'd clap, clap, clap for the awarded!

Katt She shifted a bit in her note making to clap for said individuals.

G Oh he claps too.

fiohelston She brought her hands together with the others, glancing around the room as she did.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he did likewise with Olivia::

Apple "Eh..?" Blinks at Candy, then scrambles to find the copy of the list. Looks it over with a squint...Having to bring it a little closer to her face, even if she had glasses. "Ohh...Sweet!"

Alain DeMuer Applause.

Audrey Horne ::She starts slow clapping even though the timing is way off. Blame Saffron for being comfortable.::

Candy Hart Small shake of her head. This is what happens when Apple doesn't have her phone, she becomes aware of other things.

Steve Armstrong Freeing his hands from the jacket, Steve lifted them in applause.

NorseLady After clapping, crosses her arms again.

Rachael Douglas A note was made in the margin of her notes. Agnosce Vigilate. Black leather gloved hands were brought together in a golf clap.

LadyAjaBird ::slips on in, quietly. Sees Shy and waves, but stays far away from her trouble making partner for now. No sense in gathering the wrath of Fio a second time::

Steve Armstrong Aja was given a comical waggle of blonde brows in greeting and then a wink.

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:25 EST
City Land Use Contract Awarded

fiohelston As the recognition begins to die down, she confers with her agenda and moves on. "As a matter of public disclosure, I would like to announce that the request for proposal and bid the city called for the Botanical Center and Observatory on the land granted to the city last fall has closed. The firm of Harker and Hall Architects has been awarded the contract. There were no other bids received."

Rachael Douglas Raven brow lifted. More notes were taken in that precise handwriting, left handed.

LadyAjaBird ::waves to Steve and goes to find a spot where she would least likely to find trouble. Perhaps a closet?::

PrlUnicorn ::She nodded in approval at the announcement and made note to speak of it later with the family::

Apple She needed her phone...it was apart of her, at least until there was an upgrade. She'd look up and tilt her head some while listening.

Caroline Granger Belatedly turning on her dictaphone in time to catch that last announcement, Caroline leant down to her bag, rummaging through the contents one handed as Jack lost interest in Olivia for a moment. Mommy's hair was so much more fun sometimes, wasn't it'

Ebon Ilnaren Excellent choice. ::which was true, only bid or not::

fiohelston "A copy of the proposal is on file in the city planning office and members of the public can make enquiries there during regular business hours."

NorseLady The moment Aja arrived, she knew it. Such fortitude they have to stay away from each other for the time being; it is a good thing. She is not even going to look at her yet. Surprised to hear only one company bid.

Rhiannon Brock ::She made a quick thumbs up and smiled. Rhi upnodded to Aja.::

LadyAjaBird ::nods to Rhi and finds a nice corner to linger in::  

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:27 EST
Update on St. Aldwin Recovery

fiohelston "Next on our agenda is an update on the relief efforts in Saint Aldwin. Councilor DeMuer, the floor is yours."

Jingo Trick Five: Silly humans to make planned nature spot with seats to watch. Glen not good enough for them. Pauses then adds. Other silly humans, not the Fair Apple Maiden. And our Nemesis. And Candy. Or Cookie Maiden. They are not as silly as other humans. Scribble scribble scribble.

NorseLady She can see Aja in her peripheral vision. Ja, stand in the corner Ms Bird ....save yourself some time. Smirks.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he turned his attention to Alain, with interest::

Candy Hart Attention drifts to Alain.

Rhiannon Brock ::She waggled her fingers at the wee folk, Jack and Olivia before going back to taking notes::

Goldglo ::shifts so he can see Alian better::

LadyAjaBird ::sees Shy's look and quickly looks up and around. Nope...don't lead her into temptation, she's found it all by herself several times::

Rachael Douglas Dip of raven haired head to Aja. A brown paper packet was withdrawn from her trenchcoat pocket, and set on the chair beside hers. She resumed note taking.

Caroline Granger Pulling her hair out of Jack's grasp, Caroline's gaze turned to Alain in time to get clonked on the nose with the rattle ring as her son waved it at Rhi.

Steve Armstrong The slice of wall next to him was patted in invitation to Aja. The mention of Saint Aldwin drew his attention with a sharp slant of his gaze soon after.

NorseLady Turns her attention upon Alain.

Katt Despite being strangely quiet tonight she did turn eye on Alain when she heard this.

Audrey Horne ::She casts a drowsy look at Alain.::

Alain DeMuer "Thank you, Governor." Alain took a look around the room as he continued: "To our newer members, welcome, and to bring you up to speed my home country, the Barony of Saint Aldwin, took in ten thousand refugees in the fall. We are still using many of the volunteers that some of you have contributed as caregivers and in similar capacities, but we've sent home most volunteers associated with construction efforts until the ground thaws in the spring. If you have access to workers at that time or

LadyAjaBird ::warily slides over to Steve. He's a crafty one too, but she doesn't think he'd want to incure Fio's wrath either::

Alain DeMuer skills such as engineering and planning, whether on a volunteer or for-profit basis, please let me know. Thank you."

PrlUnicorn ::Blue-green eyes study Alain as he spoke::

Jingo Trick Six: "Volunteers" wanted for engineering and planning to build new fortress of doom.

Candy Hart She wrote a note on her own agenda, dicuss women from shelter taking work to help St Aldwin.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he jotted a note on his pad as well::

Candy Hart She would have to visit King later to bring it up with her.

Steve Armstrong He spared a quick grin for his wall-leaning companion, but it faded as he continued to listen to Alain. It didn't, however, prevent him from bumping his shoulder against Aja's companionably.

NorseLady Nothing more forthcoming about the refugees" Such as, how are they faring" A slight tilting of head as she continues to watch Alain.

LadyAjaBird ::gives Steve a smile, but she's curious about that drop in smile as Alain spoke.::

LadyAjaBird ::listens carefully for a clue::

fiohelston "Thank you, Councilor DeMuer, and let me say again that you and your people have the support of RhyDin during this time."

Marc Franco ::He twisted his pen tip down and back in several times as he listened and then returned to writing notes in the margins....or perhaps he was just doodling because the symbols laid out were certainly not any language common to RhyDin.::

Alain DeMuer "Thank you, Governor. It is thanks to all of your support that they are healthy, sheltered and fed," bowing his head and giving the floor back to her.

fiohelston She inclined her head with an answering smile. "Before we move on to new business, are there any questions or additional comments from members of the council on our old business?"

Ebon Ilnaren ::shaking his head::

LadyAjaBird ::notes Ebon's reaction and decides to ask him later abut it::

Candy Hart Short shake of her head.

Apple Looks to Candy, then to Fio. Does the same as Candy did.

Rachael Douglas New page was flipped over for more notes to be taken.

Steve Armstrong "She likes it when I use that gavel on her at home," he informed Aja in a conspiratorial whisper, the grin returning upon the change of subjects.

Caroline Granger Wrestling her pen back from Jack, Caroline made a quick note on her agenda, her eyes on Alain with an encouraging hint of a smile. There wasn't much she could do, but what was possible, she would make sure got done.

NorseLady She is glad to know that the refugees are doing well. Now she will not need to make the inquiry about them at the end of the meeting. A smile forms as she watches Alain retake his seat. Her gaze drifting over the other members at Fio's question about old blusiness.

LadyAjaBird ::Damn it Steve:: Dirty. ::she whispered and smirked::

NorseLady * business

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:29 EST
Tartarus Incident

fiohelston "Very well. Two weeks ago, we received a transmission from credible sources that the Halban vessel Tartarus had been sighted heading at speed toward the portal to Lorica. Because Lorica shares a portal in space with RhyDin, this was cause for some concern..."

G That was a bit over his technological level. Matt can handle that.

fiohelston "There were later confirmed reports of an attack on the port there, though no official confirmation has yet come from the Lorican Port Authority."

PrlUnicorn ::Collie smiled a touch. It might have been the presence of the children in the place ....or not.::

Caroline Granger At this, Caroline frowned. Anything military or similar was beyond her understanding, but she appreciated that it was serious. Her groping hand finally came up with Jack's bottle, already wrapped in the warmer she'd had her mages come up with. The baby boy hugged the contraption happily as his mother listened to the report.

Steve Armstrong "That's how I roll." Wink.

NorseLady Eyebrows raise at this point. Now that is interesting news; except she is more than likely picturing something entirely different than what is meant.

Jingo Trick He was writing slowly and trying to keep up. Poor Apple would get a taste of what the world sounded like through a fox filter, if she could make out the writing. Twelve. No one ever accused a fox of being good at numbers. Story time! I love story time! I hope it isn't a cliff-hanger, same Bat-channel. Note: Does the Fair Apple Maiden like Batman'

fiohelston "The same vessel, which is believed to have been commanded by a rogue crew and not under the control of the Halban authorities, was later confirmed en route to the shared portal. I am pleased to announce that the vessel was brought down by pursuers before it posed any immediate threat. A RhyDin Air Space Guard detachment was dispatched to the crash site and confirmed that no additional threat was posed by vessel or crew."

Apple She loves batman, but likes batwoman better...she did dress up like her last night, true story.

LadyAjaBird ::almost snickers but controls it cause she's behaving, darn it::

fiohelston "Additional information is classified, but this illustrates the crucial role of the RASG in maintaining the safety of our commonwealth."

NorseLady Air Space Guard? Oh, an air-ship! "Hmm," softly emitted.  

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:30 EST
RASG Openings

fiohelston "That said, I would like to turn the floor over for the next item of business to Councilor Simon."

Apple "Goo Matt." Clap, clap.

Goldglo ::standing up once his turn in the agenda came, he smiled over to Fio:: Thank you, Governor Helston. ::then, he looked toward the Councilers and then the gathered public::

NorseLady Looks at Matt.

Goldglo The RASG, as always, could use more pilots but support staff are of more critical need. However, tonight I want to touch on our command structure. Alain DeMuer Alain's phone buzzed; he stole a glance at the screen, then shifted in his seat. He'd stay for one more item.

Goldglo As some of you are aware, there are four main squadrons that comprise the RASG. Robyn Pemberton commands the 301st Firebees Atmospheric Defense Squadron, or VA-301. Chaucer "Chase" Jones commands of the 209th Kestrels Long-Range Reconnaissance & Early Warning Squadron, or VR-209.

Goldglo Alsyon Tanaka leads the 103rd Vanguard Space Defense Squadron, or VS-103. The VS-103 responded to the aforementioned Tartarus crash site I myself have kept in charge of the 81st Sunliner Training Squadron, or VT-81, to supervise recruit training. I'm looking for new commanders for at least two but, depending on qualified candidates, possibly all four squadrons. At the very least, the Vanguard and the Kestrels.

Goldglo Given that this meeting will go on the public record, if anyone here or anyone who reviews the transcripts of this meeting believes themselves qualified for the position and would like to apply, they are most welcome to and I encourage them to do so. Either contact myself directly, or the main RASG headquarters. Thank you.

Rhiannon Brock ::She turned her attention to Matt and listened::

Rachael Douglas Raven brow lifted. Notes were taken in that precise handwriting, left handed.

Jingo Trick Top secret bond-like story, not bad but storyteller needs to put a little more uuumpfh into narration. Jingo gives it two paws. Scribble.

NorseLady Listens intently to the information being relayed. Hopefully she will remember most of it.

Alain DeMuer Alain excused himself quietly and left.

Goldglo ::re-taking his seat so Fio could proceed::

Jingo Trick Old ugly man took over storytelling. Too many numbers and silly human names. Robin is a good name though. Mmm Robins. Note: Does the Fair Apple Maiden like to eat Robins, we know a good recipie.

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:31 EST
Magic Use Registration Proposal

fiohelston "Thank you. Next on the agenda is an item that was sent to me by our new Councilor and the Baron of Old Temple. Unfortunately, he is not present tonight."

Candy Hart Short snort.

Apple "Late again.."

G "That shouldn't surprise anyone. Want me to take over his spot?"

NorseLady Wonders if the Baron of Old Temple got lost.

Caroline Granger Removing the bottle from the warmer, Caroline tucked Jack close, letting him eat his fill as she gently rocked him. She had no idea who this Baron of Old Temple was, but it seemed she might well be the only one here who didn't.

Apple Leans to whisper to Candy.

Ebon Ilnaren But then who would take over yours, G'nort'

G "I don't have an agenda scheduled tonight, really."

fiohelston "That depends. Can you explain the letter he sent me demanding we register and track magic users in the Old Temple District of the city?"

NorseLady Softly snickers at Ebon's question.

Candy Hart She rolled a shoulder in a shrug.

G "Aside from my power plays."

G "That's easy, Fio."

Rhiannon Brock ::She cleared her throat:: Perhaps someone should inform the Baron that his Squire may sit in his place"

Goldglo ::Raising his hand::

Caroline Granger Caroline frowned. "Can anyone say Prop 37?"

Eregor ::bllnk:: ...what?

NorseLady "Oooooo"

fiohelston Her brow went up.

Candy Hart A response to Apple cut short at that news. Her brow drew down.

Steve Armstrong "Is he frickin' serious?" Steve....laughed.

Apple "Seaside supports Anonymity!"

G "Clearly, he's a bigot and prejudiced against those with certain powers. I mean, I don't care much for sissy mages, but to catalog them' That's racist. Stupid lion."

NorseLady Oops! Did not mean for that to come out.

PrlUnicorn ::Colleen's hand went white knuckled at that announcement::

Rachael Douglas "Merde." That one word held the venom of at least ten cobras from the normally even toned Watchwoman.

Katt "I...what?" Fio got a stare. Was that....."That is so wrong..even to request that.." She nodded in agreement to..uh..parts of G'nort's comment.

Candy Hart Candy lifted a hand to Fio.

Apple "...because this has X-men written all over it.."

NorseLady Perhaps the Baron of Old Temple is lost, all right. In a big way.

LadyAjaBird He must be. Dat sort of thing didn't work da first time someone tried it. :: this to Steve quietly::

fiohelston "Councilor Hart?"

Apple Also civil war, but that's another story.

PrlUnicorn ::She raised a hand, waiting her turn after Candy::

Katt Rights to privacy much' She murmured quietly under breath but kept her hand down.

Audrey Horne ::She glances to Candy.::

Candy Hart Standing up, she spoke to the others present and those that will read the transcipt. "I would like to take this moment t'remind everyone of the tournament I will be holdin on Saturday. The winner will be given a Grant—a right to challenge any Baron they see unfit to hold their office."

Apple Points to Candy.

Jingo Trick Nine: Catalog humans. New mail-order bride for Temple goers" Fair Apple Maiden does not approve. She shouldn't she has lovely mate already. X-men referenced, cosplay more Gambit' His tongue was sticking out now as he scribbled madly trying to keep up.

Apple "Ayup."

Rhiannon Brock ::She grinned as she heard Candy::

Apple "My money is on you." This said quietly to Rhiannon.

Candy Hart "There is still time to sign up."

Candy Hart A nod and she sat back down.

fiohelston "Thank you...." A pause. "Councilor Fenner?"

Caroline Granger A flicker of a smile touched her lips at this. "I wish there was a like button just generally in life for moments like this."

Rhiannon Brock ::She offered a smiled and murmured:: Thanks ::to Apple::

Ebon Ilnaren (s) I'm tempted to sign up myself.

G "I propose we catalog and track all Liontaurs in Rhydin in case they're causing hate crimes."

G Oh, he didn't raise his hand, whoops!

Steve Armstrong "Hm."

NorseLady (w) "Liontaurs."

LadyAjaBird ::well, all attempts at not snickering out window as she hears G::

Audrey Horne ::She snickers at G and then goes back to just paying le attentionz.::

Apple "Hatecrimes aren't cool."

PrlUnicorn ::She cleared her throat and stood:: Perhaps, it would be prudent to inform the Baron of Old Temple of what happened when Propostion 37, registration of all magical adepts, was attempted a few years ago'

NorseLady (w) "Prudent." Such a grand word!

PrlUnicorn We have enough unrest in the city, we do need more. ::She sat::

Ebon Ilnaren Indeed. ::nodding to Colleen::

LadyAjaBird ::keeps her voice low speaking to Steve:: Aha...that explains a sudden influx of residents to Arcadia...someone's gone and started dis panic again.

PrlUnicorn ::do not::

fiohelston "I think I would like to table this until the next meeting, so that the councilor may speak his peace, and hear ours. Any objections?"

Rachael Douglas Addendum to her notes were made. Dodatkowe patrole potrzebne do wybuchowej sytuacji.

Jingo Trick "They give good opportunities for hero-ing though." Whispered to Apple.

G "I object."

Goldglo ::verbally agrees with Fio::

G "Such a ridiculous proposal should be immediately thrown out."

NorseLady Nods in complete agreement with Colleen. She will need to keep her eye on the Baron of Old Temple, the newest member of the Council. If he is still alive, that is.

Apple Slow nod to Jingo, then a smile. "I would object...but, even if we don't agree, he should have a chance to speak his peace."

Apple That part said out loud.

Steve Armstrong Nodding for Aja's words, Steve was making a deep, thoughtful study of the governor's expression during the discussion. "If this means I'm not gettin' any tonight," he muttered to his companion. "Then I might have to lynch a Liontaur. ...whatever that is."

LadyAjaBird ::grins at Steve:: Crazy person who looks like a lion' ::shrugs::

fiohelston "Your objections are noted. Item tabled."

Apple "That's if." Blink. "He keeps his barony by then."

Candy Hart A gesture to Fio to continue as she would in the matter.

Ebon Ilnaren Good point. ::to Apple::

Rhiannon Brock ::She pursed her lips::

Katt She grunted quietly, mumbling under breath. Someone was not happy.

Ebon Ilnaren ::to be fair, several people were not happy::

G "Hmph."

fiohelston Exactly. She smiled and moved along.

Caroline Granger Biting her lip against making a comment about bigots in general, Caroline turned her attention back down to her son, rocking him gently as he suckled on his bottle. She did not want her baby growing up in a city where idiots like that could hold any kind of position of power.

Audrey Horne ::She sits up and looks over to Candy. For a second she just stares and then points to the remaining beers.::

Apple A lean to Candy.

Caroline Granger And making a note not to bring Jack to the next meeting. It might get ugly.

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:34 EST
Arena and Annex Closed for Remodeling

fiohelston "Councilor Hart, could I ask you to speak to the item about the Arena and the Annex?"

Steve Armstrong "He better pray I go to bed happy then..." His own grin was visceral.

Ebon Ilnaren ::he sipped his tea::

LadyAjaBird ::grins at Steve:: If ya need explosives, I got yer back, buddy. ::winks at him::

Rhiannon Brock ::She took a slow breath::

Rachael Douglas Shielded sapphires flicked to Aja. Pen lifted in a tsking gesture, and resumed note taking.

Candy Hart Hands over a beer to Audrey. She stands up again, "Ms. Vanderhildt requested I speak for her as she had business t'attend to." A nod to Fio, once more addressing everyone, "As some of you have heard....an as some of you are just hearin now....The Arena and Annex are closed for remodelin. Dueling will continue. The new owner has seen to it that

NorseLady She has to bite her tongue; so much she could say to Aja and Steve on so many levels. Ja, she can hear their remarks. Dimples appear as her smile widens. Even holds back laughter. Just continues to sit and listen. Mmhmm.

Candy Hart "During the remodel, duelin will be hosted by volunteers throughout the city. A temporary board is set up outside of the Inn to keep everyone updated." She's searching for the first places. "If I may?" Asked of Fio.

fiohelston "Please do."

LadyAjaBird ::tilts her head listening to the bits about the arena and such.::

Jingo Trick Ten: These humans talk a lot. Building new Dueling Fortresses of Doom! Will need to contact Nemesis to make sure she is free for grand opening. The last sentence is scribbled in the border with a * and the words, for Jingo's eyes only.

PrlUnicorn ::She tucked a few strands of red hair behind a gently pointed ear::

Candy Hart "Thursday's Swords will be on The Dread Ship Lollipop. Friday's Fight Night will be held in....Deathlord's Sanctum." Frown. "Saturday Swords, day of the Grant Tournament, will be on the Overlord Island. The Tournament will be held there too. Sunday, Fight Night, will be hosted by....The Crew....at Kitsune Stadium."

Steve Armstrong Something low was mumbled to Aja, as he tried his best to look innocent.

Saffron Jensen-Lefevre She drew in a sharp, slightly snorty breath through her nose and set her ears to tilt and rotate, catching up on the ambient bits of meeting as the tip of her tail curled.

LadyAjaBird ::hears Steve's whisper and slaps a hand over her mouth. Traitor! He was soooo gonna get her into trouble::

Candy Hart "Everyone is encourage to come and check out the host venues while the remodelin is under way."

Candy Hart Taking her seat again.

fiohelston "Woo." Softly.

Rachael Douglas A separate page of notes were made for the dueling locations. If her duties permitted her to indulge.

Candy Hart She leaned over to Apple.

NorseLady Heartily laughs at the name of the ship Candy mentions. "Dread Ship Lillipop?" Quickly quiets herself.

LadyAjaBird ::blinks hearing Candy:: Dread Ship Lollipop" ::a little too loud then gets quiet again:: Whut da heck sort of pirate...::trails off. This concerns her as Captain of her own vessel::

Apple "Kitsune Stadium sounds nice.."

Apple She then grinned lightly at what Candy whispered.

NorseLady Hel, she was laughing so hard she did not even say the name correctly!

Caroline Granger That was a lot of information to retain in one go. Caroline bit her lip to hide a smile at the name of the Dread Ship, lifting Jack up to her shoulder to rub his back.

Jingo Trick "The Dread Ship Lollipop is to be feared!" Points a paw at the laughing lady, he looks so very fierce. "Unless you bring cookies."

Candy Hart Candy had a bit of paper to read it from. It's now folded and put away. A short snort at Apple thinking the Crew place sounds nice.  

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:35 EST
Upcoming GAC Meeting and Community Events

fiohelston "All right," glancing at the clock. "We'll breeze through most of the rest of this. Our next meeting is on February 11th in the Great Hall...."

LadyAjaBird ::nudges Steve playfully and whispers:: Yer so gonna get us busted and not in da fun way fer ya.

Rhiannon Brock ::She jotted a note to consult with her sisters and cousin about opening the school for one night of dueling::

Steve Armstrong "Shirley Temple's the Captain." Bumping Aja again. "Seriously, think about it. Skirt's too long..." Oops.

NorseLady Slide of light blues to Jingo. "Is it your ship?"

fiohelston "On Tuesday, 1/29, Locke and Koy will be holding a pre-Fashion Week event, bringing back the Fists of Fashion dueling showcase with two special opponents. The event will be held at 10pm ET in the Outback (RoH) and everyone is invited to come decked out in their finest as Koy and Locke will be giving prizes to the best dressed male and female...."

Jingo Trick "And someone is giving me a stadium!?" Because Kitsune meant fox and he was the only fox here.

fiohelston "Fashion Week kicks off officially with the annual charity event on Sat. Feb. 2nd at 10pm ET. This year the theme is "The Fighting Spirit" and so this year's venue will be a runway event at The Outback (RDI). Donated funds to benefit the Sanyumato Relief Fund, the RhyDin Welcome Center and the Small Business Relief Fund in honor of Jewell Ravenlock."

fiohelston "Designer shows will be happening throughout the week 2/2 - 2/9 in Mercer Park in New Haven with a variety of fashion-related events being planned throughout the city...."

Jingo Trick "I am part of her crew, yes! And I count the cookies!" Which meant she could bring any number and it would still be 10.

fiohelston (Koy will be putting the Fashion Week info up on the Daughters of Decadence board as besides the Fists of Fashion and 2/2 kickoff event, everything else is vapored).

Rachael Douglas Page was flipped to make room for more notes taken left handed.

LadyAjaBird ::glances to Jingo. She'd have to speak to him later. No way she could board a vessel without explict permission from its captain::

NorseLady Now she knows Jingo is part of the crew of the Dread Ship Lollipop.

fiohelston "On February 16th, the annual Disco Ball is being held in the Great Hall. Let me know if you want to help with the committee putting that together."

fiohelston "February 23rd is Stew Day. Plan your offerings now."

Katt She glanced to Jingo. Note to self..bring Mister Fuzzy some cookies.

NorseLady Chuckles at Fio's remark about offerings for Stew Day.

LadyAjaBird ::then looks at Steve:: Ya know...::quietly:: I think ya want Fio ta spank ya.

fiohelston "And March 4th is RhyDIn Founders Day. If you have an idea for how the city can celebrate that this year, please let me know ASAP."

Ebon Ilnaren (s) The Stew hungers.  

FioHelston

Date: 2013-01-27 15:37 EST
Question & Answer Session and Closing

fiohelston "At this time, I will open the floor to both the council and the public for questions."

Caroline Granger A buzz at Caroline's hip drew her attention, her hand leaving Jack's back as she pulled her phone from her pocket, studying the message. Her eyes rolled at the panic radiating from three lines of text, and she sighed, putting the phone away. Time to go.

PrlUnicorn ::She laughed as she heard "Stew Day":: I've fed it so much o'er the years it burps m'name!

G Raises his hand.

LadyAjaBird ::grins hearing Collie::

Steve Armstrong Knowing that answering might get him in trouble, the machinist stayed wisely silent. He was grinning, however.

NorseLady Of course G has a question!

LadyAjaBird ::nudges Steve seeing G's hand:: Dis is gonna be good.

LadyAjaBird ::grins::

fiohelston "Councilor Talanador?"

NorseLady Still chuckling, because she is still thinking about that Dread Ship Lollipop. And bringing cookies aboard.

Caroline Granger Gently easing Jack back into his snowsuit, she shrugged into her own coat, wriggling her fingers in goodbye to those who were sitting around. "Night," she mouthed in goodbye, smiling as she and Jack made their exit. ((Apologies, it's just too late at night for me!))

G "So, can I like, make a suggestion on a proposal now, or do I have to wait for another session and have it added to the agenda" Cause I've got a relatively mediocre one that's been brewing."

Jingo Trick Fourteen: Yammer yammer, something in fourteenth month of year. Fashion! Free stew and wants ideas for how to celebrate in March. Should ask Nappy, he is good at celebrating everything.

fiohelston "I'm all ears, as I am sure everyone else is," she fluttered a hand for him to continue.

Apple "Do we clap..?" To Candy.

Jingo Trick He was more ears than most there, and they were fuzzy.

Audrey Horne ::She could use another brownie.::

Candy Hart "Only if you're happy.....an y'know it." Sideways glance at Apple.

Candy Hart She finished off her beer and waited on G to see what he planned to say.

LadyAjaBird ::Oh noes...Candy did it. Aja giggled::

NorseLady Before G says more, looks at Jingo again and quietly inquires, "Is the Dread Ship Lollipop an air-ship?" One never knows.

G "Oh, excellent. Well, aside from something like, owning Rhydin cell phone towers, which will make me richer than...everyone. Or some sort of hostile take over. I'm thinking more of the security of the City with this..."

fiohelston Brownies" She wanted a brownie....

G "I am proposing, for morale's sake, that a change occur in the Watch. "

Jingo Trick He blinks at the woman. "No, it is a real ship, not made of air."

fiohelston "What sort of change?"

G "My suggestions is that we officially give them the feeling of power. Of Strength."

Katt She pushed up from her seat. "Please excuse me for leaving early tonight." She smiled meekly to the other council members and the people on the floor. "I haven't been feeling very well tonight." And she was sort of pushing her limit.

Rhiannon Brock ::Rhiannon rested her left hand against her cheek as she listened to G. The purple sapphire resting in a gold setting on her left ring finger glittered as it caught the light::

Eregor ::he glanced over at Rachael to see her reaction::

Steve Armstrong Blonde brows shot up.

fiohelston She nodded to Katt, gaze lingering on her a moment before returning her attention to G.

G "We change their uniforms to the color of Red. Lets them feel like, they're passionate, stronger. A feeling of authority."

Rachael Douglas Raven brow lifted. "Oui, you wish to make us even more of a target than we already are."

Apple "Red is a nice color.." And her favorite.

NorseLady Snickers at Jingo. That is exactly what she thought when she first heard the term! (w) "Nei, is it a ship that sails in the air instead of on water?"

G "At least their shirts, anyway."

Marc Franco ::He gave a roll of his eyes, collecting his coat and phone/blogging device thing before starting towards the exit.::

Apple Wait...crap! "Candy, phone." Pssts at her.

Katt She had stayed for the brute of the meeting so she was sure it wouldn't be a bother. She was a little feverish to the point it was showing in her pale cheeks. A little finger waggle to Fio and the others before she made her way out quietly.

Candy Hart Squints at Apple, but gives her the phone.

Jingo Trick "No, sadly not." The tips of his ears wilted a bit, it woudl be cool to have a ship like that....or the X-men ship, THAT would be cool. Then he realized he was missing stuff that he was supposed to be taking notes on!

PrlUnicorn What's next, callin' 'em the G-man squad" ::She eyed G'nort::

LadyAjaBird ::leans into Steve:: Doesn't the guys weain da red shirts usually die first' ::quietly, but she's serious::

Apple Goes to work on bringing up her auction page...Silent arm pump, it was still going! These boots will be hers.

Jingo Trick One billion: New guards, I suggest mentioning the X-men.

G "I like that idea, Collie."

Audrey Horne I sold my business to Kitty Helston. The cleaning thing. It's gone. ::That's for Candy as she stands, the last of the beer drained and the bottle swung from side to side. She smiles at her and then, with Saffron's hand in her own, she heads out.::

NorseLady Glances back at G. "Are you serious?"

G "Changing the uniforms to red" Why not?"

PrlUnicorn That's called sarcasm, G'nortie. ::She jotted a note or two::

Steve Armstrong Steve shook his head. "And here, for a moment, I thought it wasn't gonna be a dumb*ss question..."

Jingo Trick He was doing a silent arm pump too, but it was at the thought of having the X-men in town.

Candy Hart Her attention pulled away from G, Candy nodded to Audrey. There's a trace of some concern, but here and now is not the time. A simple two finger saulte of a wave to the two ladies.

NorseLady Looks at Rachael.

fiohelston "I'll consider your suggestions, but keep in mind that the different Watch companies are sponsored by different entities. If you're serious, write up a proposal, with cost estimates and a funding proposal and we can discuss it further at the next meeting."

Rachael Douglas "There would be one advantage to it. The blood would not show."

Eregor Well, it would hide any bloodstains.

Rachael Douglas Her words retained that even, calm tone.

NorseLady Smirks as Rachael and Eregor have the same thought.

fiohelston "Are there any other questions tonight?" Panning the audience.

G "I'm good."

Candy Hart A shake of her head.

LadyAjaBird G's kiddin? ::sometimes, Aja can't tell. G's whacky::

NorseLady None from her since Alain answered it.

fiohelston "Adjourned." Simple as that.