After taking over the REALITIES column, I decided it would be better to create a separate item here, so not to take up all the space there.

I'll be sending over my thoughts from inside the Council Chambers, especially for those who are not able to attend or view the meeting via television or online.

First, the passage of Larry Pennell's additional 100 hours was quite shocking. Of course, only Steve Conaway was the lone voice questioning the need for these additional hours. I know from first-hand knowledge that they had planned on having a permanent City Manager in place by this August 25th meeting. Reasons that would probably include the ability to not come to any sort of agreement on a candidate would not be surprising. Not everyone in this room is qualified to make such decisions.

It's unfortunate, however, with all 5 councilmembers voting in favor of the 100 additional hours that no further questions would be raised regarding this issue.