ms. shaikh to help us here. on the second point, as soon as we begin the process, she will explain how we do this but we do make sure that all of the names that belong in that category are actually in the box before we do the drawing. can you explain how the recommendation was developed by the allocation of committees from these amounts? >> so, in the past, the commission has set a precedent to audit larger number of committees from greater financial activity levels than the smaller activity levels and also treasurers of smaller committees have indicated that they are grass roots types of committees that don't necessarily have many resources and have asked that we focus our attention more on committees with higher levels of financial activity. >> at this point, let's see if the commissioners have any questions or comments about the allocation or the process. either of you? >> the only comment that i would have is it does seem to me to make more stones put our efforts into those committees that spend a much great

ms. shaikh and the staff at all levels for bringing us another helpful and comprehensive report on the limited public financing program. is there anything you want to add initially, i will then ask the commissioner fist they have any questions or comments. >> it was a very interesting election. we had many complicated questions. we didn't have an idle moment. it was the first time we administered the public financing program in a mayoral race and it was a lot more work than we expected. >> i think those words are apparent to all of us and we watched during the season and i for one simply want to note that you all -- and i mean the entire staff -- handled an extremely complicated and unprecedented situation quite smoothly from my vantage point. would either of the other commissioners either like to comment or do you have any questions about the report that's been presented to us? or suggestions for future reports or issues? >> i don't have any. >> i just want to thank the staff for the good work. i don't have any questions at this time. perhaps later on. >> and i would point out, too, that thes