I have checked, and this way to proceed is an option, provided we have unanimous consent.
The clerk is telling me that the committee must first adopt a motion to that effect. I will read it in English:
That the proposed project budget in the amount of $23 500, in relation to the statutory review of the Conflict of Interest Act, be adopted.
This is simply a procedural motion that sets out the budget, which is $23,500.
(Motion agreed to)
As for the suggestion to adjourn the committee meeting and schedule a full meeting with the commissioner, do we have unanimous consent?