2023-07-28 Merit Appeals Board Minutes

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Merit Appeals Board July 28, 2023 CHR. CABANAS: So, we'll recess. And then, upon your return, we will restart the meeting. Thank you, everybody. MR. HALVORSON: And in light of my representation in terms of availability, do you still need me around? CHR. CABANAS: No. If you can assure us there will be an attorney, then it's okay, Jim. We'll be in touch with you. MR. HALVORSON: Yeah, I will guarantee you, that you'll have an attorney. CHR. CABANAS: Okay. `Cause I know you're busy as well. Thank you, Jim. MR. HALVORSON: Oh, you're entirely welcome. You all have a good weekend. CHR. CABANAS: You, too. Take care. RECESS: The Chair called for a recess at 10:33 a.m. RECONVENE: The meeting reconvened at 10:38 a.m. in open session. CHR. CABANAS: Let the record reflect that we are now out of recess at 10:38 a.m. And Mr. Thomas is back after checking with his supervisor on whether another attorney in the Office of Corporation Counsel, can take—can preside over a hearing on August 30''. So, what did they say? MR. THOMAS: Thank you, Chair. Unfortunately, the County recognizes the need to not prolong these matters, but no one will be able to cover for the August hearing and for this case, to give the time and attention it needs. We'd be asking if we could set the matter for October. CHR. CABANAS: Okay, that's fine. And I'd just like to thank you, Ryan, for checking with your supervisor. MR. THOMAS: Thank you. CHR. CABANAS: I know everybody's pretty short-staffed, even at the AG's office they're short-staffed. So, Mr. Hakoda, I'm sorry but I guess the hearing is going to be in October to meet everyone's timeframe timelines. So, let's decide on what date it's going to be—October 261', which is a Thursday or October 27h. Can the Board members—which do you prefer? Mr. Wiseman, which do you prefer? MR. WISEMAN: I'll just along with the consensus in October. Page 11