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Agenda. Above all, he was not happy with responses he got from Administrator Baird to his <br />inquiries. The dismissal of employees and notice provision was another area of concern for him <br />and he voiced his disapproval of Administrator Baird's "autocratic" style of management. <br />Administrator Baird addressed the issue of the Library land purchase and how it <br />came about; explained the cut back on right-of-way issues; and presented a chronology of the <br />Dodgers' departure. He referenced criticism he took over the Piper issues, pointing out how that <br />has since changed for the better of our community. He offered his commitment to try to get a <br />baseball team here, and dismissed the allegations of being secretive, explaining the requirements <br />for the non -release of information during certain stages of negotiations. He justified his actions <br />in the handling of certain matters and defended his management style by acknowledging that <br />sometimes management styles are not what one would like. <br />Vice Chairman Flescher wanted to see more openness to all Commissioners, <br />members of the County, and staff. He also wanted Administrator Baird to assume more <br />accountability and responsibility in response to queries. He wanted to ensure the best of <br />communications at all times. <br />Commissioner Wheeler, referring to Administrator Baird's contract, reiterated, as <br />he had done over the past years, his opposition to certain provisions of the contract. Before <br />airing his concerns, Commissioner Wheeler acknowledged the open relationship he has had with <br />Administrator Baird; he appreciated that Administrator Baird has had some strong conversations <br />with him and he doesn't hold back; he has never not gotten answers from him and has clearly <br />understood him; he believes there are certain things that have to be confidential; and <br />Administrator Baird is as good as anyone else when it comes to crisis and fiscal management <br />doing the job. However, he and Administrator Baird do not agree on management styles; and <br />that is understood and accepted by both. <br />January 20, 2009 <br />27 <br />