We are going to have to make a study of the whole issue. It's quite a complex one, working out whether we have a case to prosecute or not.

What we've been recommending consistently is that the issue needs to be folded into the joint study. We're concerned if it were undertaken as a separate effort, it might jeopardize this relationship.

I don't see any reason to make a study of pension enhancements when the [city's fiscal] plan prohibits them.

He preferred the term "study" to "office," as an office meant work. No way around it. In a study, you could, well, study, or nap or read, or stare into space thinking long thoughts. You could certainly work, but it wasn't a requirement.

Our options are murder or nothing.

There's no more cruising around and hanging out. Now I just go to the house and sit.