my name is michael k nulte -- i wanted to read lay letter. supporting the expanse of the central market community benefit district to provide additional services until may, 2028. since 2006 the central market cbd has funded and facilitated an array of activities that have made our central market neighborhood a cleaner, safer and more welcoming place for everyone. the alliance for a better district 6 membership has participated in all levels of interaction with the current central market cbd programs and activities and look forward in working with future established programs that enhance the safety and cleanliness within the new central market cbd boundaries. we are excited to ensure that the cbd continues to provide the same valuable services to our community just as we have witnessed over the last six years and this is written by our board president dean clark. and i also want to add that i am on the steering committee of the central market cbd and i was also on the first steering committee that established it in 2006. and we are -- as commu