speaking before this open meeting. this could be crucial. we're going to follow this. we're waiting for them to sit down and begin. we'll be right back. [car engine failing to start] [clicking of ignition] uh-- wha-- woof! eeh-- woof! wuh-- [silence] [engine roars to life] [dog howls] ♪ dramatic opera music swells from radio ♪ [howling continues]