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There being no further discussion, Chair Grefenberg renewed his motion. The motion prevailed unanimously. Financial Report Commissioners reviewed the 2011 year-end financial report which indicated that approximately $1,300 of the Cominission's $2,250 2011 budget had been spent. Chair Grefenberg noted that � budget was reduced slightly from $2,250 to $2,000 in 2012. Commissioner Singleton complemented staff on preparing such a thorough report. Commissioner Singleton moved and Commissioner Groff seconded motion to accept the financial report. Motion prevailed unanimously. 2012 Commission Meeting Schedule Chair Grefenberg said the purpose of tonight's meeting was the regular Tuesday meeting date had a conflict since Commissioner Thao was elected to the School Board. He asked about the commissioners' availability on the third Wednesday of the month. City Manager Bill Malinen said that Commissioner McKenzie had told staff that she was unable to meet on the third Wednesday. Chair Grefenberg said he wanted to find a date that was agreeable to all commissioners. Commissioners discussed other possible days and meeting times and other issues, including taping the meeting and staff availability. Chair Grefenberg said he wanted to schedule a February meeting to begin work on the strategic plan. Commissioner Thao suggested having a workshop or a retreat at another location. The Commission agreed to delegate the responsibility of setting a February meeting/workshop/retreat to Chair Grefenberg and the Operations Committee. They agreed to not take action on a permanent meeting change until after Chair Grefenberg spolce with Commissioner McKenzie. Chair Grefenberg asked commissioners to hold the third Wednesday of the month as a possible meeting date. Strategic Plan Chair Grefenberg moved and Commissioner Singleton seconded motion to table the strategic plan until the next meeting or workshop, with the date to be determined. Motion prevailed unanimously. Commissioner Singleton suggested that the Operations Committee set their meeting as soon as possible. Chair Grefenberg asked that all of the committees meet briefly after the regular meeting to set their meeting dates. Future Agenda Items Chair Grefenberg said he wan�ed the City Attorney to talk with the Commission on the impact of the open meetings laws. He also noted the other agenda item was the retreat.