Noticing that all members of the Committee and ZDF High Command had arrived,with the exception of Command Helfari, who tended to disappear on exploration missions without notice, Victor motioned to the those present to make themselves comfortable. "Gerald, you and the others can wait outside; if the Committee needs something we'll let you know." Turning to face the the group who had arrived he cleared his throat and began, "I'm glad all of you made it here safely. I know we all have schedules to keep so lets get started." Looking at Chester, "I hope you find Claroke and Eric. I'll let all of my transport crews and security pilots know to be on the lookout for them."
"Now, I'd like to address is Bethlehem Station's inability to maintain its own operations. There are a number of factors that are causing this, of that I am sure. We however cannot deny that a large part of the problem is that many Zoners are moving from Bethlehem and Erie to other Zoner stations and Gran Canaria at an alarming rate. Just setting foot on the surface of Erie and you can understand why. The promise of self governing made by Liberty is being forgotten, everyday Liberty forces itself on the citizens of Erie and Bethlehem in a new way. So....the unnamed organization that offered to take over the operation of Bethlehem and cover the cost of its remaining inhabitants to make their way to a new home has again put the offer on the table. Bethlehem's command is considering it as an option. Their only other option is the Alliance or a member faction covering the operational costs so that the people can stay there." Victor took a seat around the large wooden table that had been set up in the library and leaned back, "OSI isn't willing to invest in Bethlehem just to lose the station to Liberty. Our advice to Bethlehem's command is to hand the station over and take the generous offer and make a new life elsewhere in the sector."
Looking at Admiral Ravenor, Commander Matok, and Major Baker, "I want to know High Commands plans on defending Freeport 6 & 10 along with Baffin if the Gauls make a gambit for them. We can only guess as to their plans, but Aurelia's threat on Freeport 6 should give us a clear picture. I also want to make it very clear that the Committee hasn't authorized any forays into Gallia, do not send any pilots into their space." Victor then motioned for others thoughts and concerns.
