motion carries. looking at the schedule. >> one more, right. after your next item. >> absolutely. >> is that fair enough? >> okay, you want to call item number 9. >> item number 9 is an action item adoption of employer rate of 16.53 percent for fiscal year 2025-26. >> commissioners you've had the presentation, and now we ask you to adopt the recommended employer contribution rate. >> move to adopt staff recommendation. >> second. >> public comment, please? >> thank you, do we have any in-person public comment on this item? seeing none, moderator, do we have any callers on the line? >> madam secretary, there are no callers on the line. >> thank you, hearing no calls, public comment is now closed. >> it's been moved and seconded, all those in favor say aye. >> aye. >> those opposed say nay, motion passes. >> thank you. >> i know we were talking about taking a break if it was possible to cover the financial statements and break after that since we have financial here. >> no problem. great. >> so do you want to call item number 10? >> thank you, it