I was greatly heartened after meeting with the minister and his staffer. I was surprised to find that he had allocated as much as 45 minutes, and even more pleased that he stayed for 75 minutes. I felt that we had touched on every issue that was important to me. I decided he was a very likable and approachable man. I also felt encouraged to believe that the decision about the nightclub would go the way I wanted it to.
We discussed the possibility of community involvement in future planning decisions, and I was very much encouraged to believe that it would be welcome.
In contrast last night's meeting with the core group was frustrating and conflictual. Half an hour before the meeting with the minister I discovered I would be going alone. I hope I can get back to a more collaborative working arrangement as soon as possible.
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