we have of paris, jane, larry harris, john bringinbarabrini. we wanted to make sure that we recognize those people that on our updated a basis that are making sure this cable car is up and running. thank you. [applause] >> if we can get everyone to participate. 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. [applause] well done. the inaugural journey. you guys have had >> and they will want to thank them for the lumir willingness. i want to recognize that we also have a very diverse group of individuals serving on a diverse group of boards and bodies. have the pleasure of reappointing someone who has a connection that goes back generations, larry mazzola, sr. i'm pleased that subject to approval, p.j. johnson will serve again. president of the arts commission, who has been doing an outstanding job, really raising the bar in terms of public art and our commitment to neighborhood arts. i want to thank lisa gruwell for her willingness to serve on the civil service commission that sets my salary. i wish you luck and independence from whoever is serving as mayor. i

we have of paris, jane, larry harris, john bringinbarabrini. we wanted to make sure that we recognize those people that on our updated a basis that are making sure this cable car is up and running. thank you. [applause] >> if we can get everyone to participate. 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. [applause] well done. the inaugural journey. you guys have had >>> it's a great honor to be here. my name is debby dirsh, san francisco native. i'd like to welcome you to the annual cable car bell ringing contest. i would like to introduce mr. ford. >> welcome to the 47th annual cable car bell ringing competition. this is one of a kind. this is a comptation -- competition for the world championship and thank you for coming. i also have to thank our cable car grip men and conductors. every day they help move people around our city, they're great ambassadors and do a great job entertaining visitors to our fine city. we have two members from the mta board, bruce oka and malcolm hideke here today. i'd like to thank our judges. we have judges representing a lot