>> herbert whiner. this is my own personal position that doesn't represent any organization. one thing i believe in climate change. and as a city retiree i'm also concerned about the portfolio and a balance has to be struck. one problem i have with outside groups testifying who are not members of the retirement system, their pensions are not at stake. when you categorically want diversement how realistic is is? i think it's toxic and polluted and ecologically unsound for the portfolio. and what stocks would you want to get rid of and how would you manage the portfolio. come up with an alternate portfolio and run it by the board and see how realistic it is for all parties. these are my sentiments alone but i'd like it considered by the board. >> thank you very much. >> any other members of the public that would like to address the commission? seeing none we'll close public comment. questions from the board? comments? discussion? >> thank you. first of all, i'd like to thank bill, kurt for the work done on this. moved the needle some. in terms of positions and how we're going t