mr. paterson for coming forward. this can be a tough process. i had a good conversation with him a couple of days ago, and appreciated that he was willing to speak to me. he is a very approachable individual. that said, i have to say, based on what transpired today, i don't feel comfortable moving forward the appointment. it's nothing personal about mr. paterson. he has a record of accomplishment that is such he should be on a commission. it makes sense and i understand why mayor newsom put him forward. i just don't feel that this is the right fit. i will be supporting supervisor mar's motion, which i would believe we would move forward. >> the motion is to table item three and move forward item four. >> can we take a role call? >> alioto pier, no. mar, aye. campos, aye. two ayes, one no. >> mr. president? mrpresident chu: you care about the city and have a lot to offer, somewhere. i do hope and many of us desire to see you in a position to give back to the community. but with the challenges of the small business community, i know kevin wesley a