We decided we wanted to be the player, the one to have
it,

He?s a great judge of talent. He manages the game the right way. That combined is a pretty good foundation to be a manager. He?s a people-person guy.

We had to score there.

Although we didn't think the case had much merit, it is an expense and distraction for the city and for John and Mike, ... We are certainly happy that we can put this behind us.

It was exciting to be down in Springfield and work both
sides of the alley,

This took so much time and effort on everybody's part, ... get legislation changed.