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136 2.1-344(a)(1) and (2) of the Virginia Freedom of Information Act. Council reconvened in open session and, on motion by Rev. Edwards, seconded.by Mr. Toscano, unanimously certified that, to the best of each member's knowledge, (i) only public business matters lawfully exempted from open meeting requirements by Virginia law were discussed in the executive meeting to which this certification resolution applies, and (ii) only such public business matters as were identified in the motion convening the executive meeting were heard, discussed or considered by the Council. The meeting was adjourned for the evening. GRAVES MOUNTAIN LODGE - October 11, 1993 Council reconvened the annual retreat with the following members present: Ms~ Daugherty, Rev. Edwards, Ms. Slaughter, Mr. Toscano, Mr. Vandever. SCHOOL BOARD/COUNCIL RELATIONS It was agreed that Ms. Slaughter would collect questions Council wanted addressed to the School Board at the School Board's retreat. Rev. Edwards stated that it sounded as if Council wants to manage the School Board. With regard to the Wednesday luncheon meetings with the School Board, Mr. Toscano stated that he felt the meetings should be restructured and that issues for discussion should be planned in advance of the meetings. With regard to the issue regarding the School fund balance issue, Councilors, with the exception of Rev. Edwards, indicated they were comfortable with the previous decision and did not want to revisit the matter. Council asked staff to make a short presentation to the School Board on anticipated revenues at the School Board's retreat. COUNCIL WORKING RELATIONSHIP Mr. Toscano stated that he felt it would be helpful to have some understanding of Council membersj thoughts and questions prior to formal meetin. Ms. Daugherty requested that the Mayor and Clerk respond in writing to all letters addressed to the Mayor and Council in general. ~ Ms. Slaughter requested that Councilors give periodic updates of what they are involved in. It was agreed that 6:30 p.m. prior to regular Council meetings would be set aside for possible executive sessions. RACE AND DIVERSITY Ms. Slaughter stated that she continued to be interested in developing a mentoring system within City government to help African-American employees advance within the organization and to get appropriate training. Rev. Edwards expressed concern about salaries and opportunities for hiring and advancement of African-Americans within City government. Mr. Hendrix suggested that staff reflect on Council member's concerns and return with a recommendation, without