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1 Richland News UPCOMING EVENTS UPCOMING EVENTS UPCOMING EVENTS UPCOMING EVENTS RHA Board Meetings February 19 March 19 April 9 Do you have any concerns that need to be brought before the Board? Call any board member. April Newsletter Deadline Wednesday, March 22 Easter Egg Hunt April 16 Inside This Issue Neighborhood Assessment Program…….Page 3 New SEER Requirements 2006…………..Page 4 RHA Membership 2006 form……………...Page 5 Richland Elementary News & Recycle…...Page 6 Scout Food Drive & Social Scene………...Page 7 Crime Alert……...……..…………………..Page 10 Crime Patrol Application………………….Page 11 Beautification……..……………………….Page 13 President’s Public Service Announcement! Howdy neighbor! I was advised in November that we should see almost $110,000 in park equipment improvements at Richland Park sometime in 2006. (YEAH!) This work is being done as a re- sult of the bonds that were voted into effect several years ago. Although there is no commitment as to the exact “when” for this to take place, we can all look forward to this becoming reality soon. The Richardson City Council is currently discussing putting together a new bond proposal that will include 4 basic sections: - Streets and Drainage - Neighborhood Vitality - Parks - Public Buildings Several RHA board members have been hard at work over the last few weeks ensuring that we have a voice at these work meetings. As noted at the RHA General Meeting in November, a primary focus for our neighborhood is extending the brick barrier wall that runs along the north side of Park Bend, to it’s intended terminus at Abrams Road. At this time, we believe we have advocacy for this project and that it will fall under the “bucket” of money proposed for Neighborhood Vitality. Addi- tionally, Abrams Rd. between Walnut and Centennial is clearly identified as one of the City’s focus candidates for repair, un- der the Streets and Drainage portion of the bond proposal. And finally, and importantly from our neighborhood’s perspective, the bond proposal would also address vast sections of residen- tial sidewalk that need maintenance. (Continued on Page 2) Richland Park, Richland Oaks Homeowners Association Newsletter P. O. Box 852636, Richardson, TX 75085-2636 February, 2006 Website: www.richlandhoa.com

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Richland News

UPCOMING EVENTSUPCOMING EVENTSUPCOMING EVENTSUPCOMING EVENTS

RHA Board Meetings

February 19

March 19

April 9 Do you have any concerns that need to

be brought before the Board? Call any

board member.

April Newsletter Deadline

Wednesday, March 22

Easter Egg Hunt

April 16

Inside This Issue

Neighborhood Assessment Program…….Page 3 New SEER Requirements 2006…………..Page 4 RHA Membership 2006 form……………...Page 5 Richland Elementary News & Recycle…...Page 6 Scout Food Drive & Social Scene………...Page 7 Crime Alert……...……..…………………..Page 10 Crime Patrol Application………………….Page 11 Beautification……..……………………….Page 13

President’s Public Service Announcement! Howdy neighbor! I was advised in November that we should see almost $110,000 in park equipment improvements at Richland Park sometime in 2006. (YEAH!) This work is being done as a re-sult of the bonds that were voted into effect several years ago. Although there is no commitment as to the exact “when” for this to take place, we can all look forward to this becoming reality soon. The Richardson City Council is currently discussing putting together a new bond proposal that will include 4 basic sections:

- Streets and Drainage - Neighborhood Vitality - Parks - Public Buildings

Several RHA board members have been hard at work over

the last few weeks ensuring that we have a voice at these work meetings. As noted at the RHA General Meeting in November, a primary focus for our neighborhood is extending the brick barrier wall that runs along the north side of Park Bend, to it’s intended terminus at Abrams Road. At this time, we believe we have advocacy for this project and that it will fall under the “bucket” of money proposed for Neighborhood Vitality. Addi-tionally, Abrams Rd. between Walnut and Centennial is clearly identified as one of the City’s focus candidates for repair, un-der the Streets and Drainage portion of the bond proposal. And finally, and importantly from our neighborhood’s perspective, the bond proposal would also address vast sections of residen-tial sidewalk that need maintenance.

(Continued on Page 2)

Richland Park, Richland Oaks Homeowners Association Newsletter P. O. Box 852636, Richardson, TX 75085-2636 February, 2006

Website: www.richlandhoa.com

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2006 Board & Committee Members

President Charlie Patchen 972-690-5817 Vice President Ken Schuman 972-889-9436 Secretary Karen Sandlin 972-669-1778 Treasurer Bill Greenhaw 972-644-2204 Beautification Chair: Landscaping: Susan Mather 972-690-4123 Social Sheryl Colburn 972-234-8680 July 4th Flags: Gary & D’Nelle Lyons 972-238-8560 Newsletter Pam Vickery 972-480-0132 Membership Chair: Angela McCants 972-680-1533 Block Captains: Dave Peters 972-231-7909 Data Coordinator: Carolyn Sherman 972-972-783-6305 Crime Watch Coordinator Larry V. Howell 972-234-4655 Crime Watch Patrol Carl & Nancy Wenholz 972-690-9504 Website Coordinator Eric Pendergrass 972-690-8362 Board Member At Large Tony Calderone 972-480-8468

(cont. from page 1) Our hope is that the city council supports our neighborhood and funds these pro-

jects in the bond proposal they submit. The council is slated to make a final proposal by the end of February, in order for it to make the election ballot. Assuming all this hap-pens, it will be vital that we get out and vote! So stay tuned, and remember that you hold the highest office in the land…that of concerned citizen!

Kudos also go to the board (Pam Vickery, in particular!) for receiving one of only 2 seats for the City of Richardson’s Neighborhood Assessment Program, or ‘NAP’ as they refer to it. This is a tremendous opportunity to utilize city resources to help our neighborhood develop programs and a strategic vision that the city advocates with us and empowers us to then realize. Hopefully you were able to attend the kickoff meeting a week ago, at Richland Elementary. Regardless, please see this as a fantastic opportu-nity to provide input to the neighborhood, and to the city on our behalf! Please look for more details regarding this program on a later page in this newsletter and know we en-courage your participation!

Thanks to all who go to the effort of putting lights out during the holidays…it really creates a festive atmosphere for the kids, young and old!

In closing, please remember to put a can or two of food out on your doorstep Feb-ruary 11th (next Saturday) for the scouts to pick up and deliver to the Network of Minis-tries to help feed our needy!

Yours in service, Charlie Patchen

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Neighborhood Assessment Program Richland Park/Richland Oaks has been selected as one of the two neighborhoods to participate in the 2006 Neighbor-hood Assessment Program. By applying to the program, we have demonstrated our desire to make our neighborhood a great place to live—one that strives to capitalize on its unique strengths and seeks proactive solutions to potential issues. A healthy neighborhood is a place where it makes economic sense for people to invest their time, money and energy. Successful neighborhood vitality and integrity planning must begin with understanding the unique assets, challenges, and opportunities that exist in a neighborhood. The Neighborhood Assessment Program is designed to bring residents and city staff together to perform a comprehen-sive evaluation of neighborhood standards. The Assessment will help neighborhoods shape their future by partnering residents and city staff in the creation and implementation of neighborhood improvement initiatives designed to reinforce the neighborhood’s strengths and improve it weaknesses. The first general attendance meeting was held on January 26 and residents were able to communicate their ideas, con-cerns, and desires for the neighborhood. If you were not able to attend the introductory meeting, other opportunities exist for you to become involved in this process. A neighborhood profile will now be constructed using statistical, secondary and anecdotal data collection in order to begin identifying neighborhood assets, opportunities, and trends. A neighbor-hood site tour will be conducted by city staff and neighborhood members to document relevant physical conditions. Key individuals, including official and unofficial leaders, in the neighborhood will be interviewed to determine their views on trends and issues in the area. Once the above date is collected, the Neighborhood Assessment Committee (NAC) mem-bers and city staff will hold additional meetings to formulate the neighborhood’s work plan. One of these meetings will be open to all residents to allow for public input. Together, city staff and the NAC will present the final Work Plan document to City Council and the neighborhood. Please give serious consideration to becoming part of this process. If you are interested in participating in any phase of the assessment, call Pam Vickery at 972-480-0132.

You are Needed

Social Committee Chair

&

Beautification Committee Chair If you have ever considered making a contribution to your Neighborhood Association, now is the time to step up and take a leadership role. The Social Committee plans and manages special social functions for residents of the community. The current Social Chair has many of the details in place for the Easter Egg Hunt and a great Fall Fest committee. A Chair (or Co-chairs) is needed to pull it all together. The Beautification Committee monitors the current landscaping and ensures the continued maintenance and beautification of the public areas within the subdivision. A committee is in place to monitor the landscaping and to interact with the city when needed. A Chair (or Co-chairs) is needed to coordinate the duties. Call any Board member if you have questions, or would like to volunteer your time. Thanks.

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Website Update

Sign up and pay membership dues online. Residents may now join the RHA online and pay membership dues at our webpage

www.richlandhoa.com

The cost is the same as registration by postal mail, $40, and you are eligible for all the same benefits. Credit card payments are accepted. It’s never been easier to become a member, so sign up today! Eric Pendergrass Website Coordinator

Now that cooler temperatures are coming to an end, the long run of hot weather ahead this year is sure to strain most residential air conditioning units. Repair and replacements may be immi-nent for many of us homeowners. While it is tempting to go with the most afford-able solution, there is a new Federal mandate regarding your air conditioning unit that you need to know before mak-ing any decisions. A more stringent “seasonal energy efficiency rating,” better known to us as SEER, goes into effect on January 29, 2006. Since 1992, the minimum SEER rating required for an air conditioner has been 10 SEER – now it will be 13 SEER. The Department of Energy mandate states that no air conditioning units under 13 SEER may be manufactured after January 29, 2006, raising the minimum allowed SEER by 30 percent. The man-

date also states that when certain parts and components of a residential air conditioning system must be replaced that it be replaced with equipment that meets these new energy efficiency standards. This means that new residential air condi-tioners and heat pumps will soon cost more. Prices of the new units may increase as much as $600 to $1,000 this year. There is also a possibility that installa-tion of these larger sized units may require significant modifica-tions to your home. The good news is that you need not rush to upgrade your system! Parts and components to maintain your lower

SEER systems will continue to be avail-able until inventories are depleted (likely to take the next several years). Also con-sider, while upgrading your system will

be somewhat expensive initially; the resulting year-round cost savings and cooling efficiency will be beneficial for years to come. If you have any ques-tions, please talk to a heating and cooling pro-fessional or feel free to call me, Angela McCants, ABR, Realtor, at Prudential Texas Proper-ties (972) 380-3441 for the names of respected

professionals in our area.

NEW SEER REQUIREMENTS IN 2006

More stringent SEER now required.

Attorney Mediator

GEORGE S. McKEARIN FAMILY LAW, WILLS & PROBATE

1901 N. CENTRAL EXPWY., STE 200

RICHARDSON, TX 75080

FAX: (972) 889-3827 PHONE: (972)889-3825

[email protected] www.Lawyers.com/McKearinlaw

RESIDENT RICHLAND PARK FOR OVER 30 YEARS

WE WANT YOU!WE WANT YOU!WE WANT YOU!WE WANT YOU! For Fun and Adventure

CUB SCOUT PACK 526CUB SCOUT PACK 526CUB SCOUT PACK 526CUB SCOUT PACK 526 Meets Monthly at

Richland Elementary Contact Charlie Patchen

@ 972-690-5817

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RICHLAND PARK/ OAKS NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION –2006 Dear Neighbors: Happy New Year! It’s time again to begin our Membership drive for 2006. We hope this will be the year that everyone gets involved in the neighborhood and the year we have 100% paid membership. Please help your Neighborhood Association continue to provide the services it has in the past with your membership dues and volunteer in an area of interest to you. We need your expertise and new ideas. Our neighborhood is fortunate to have experts in all areas. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call any Board Member for fur-ther information. Thank you for your support. Our membership dues of only $40.00 are a small investment in the community. Your dues help The Neighbor-hood Association provide many benefits, such as

• Maintenance and updating of Entry Landscaping

• Crime Watch Patrol (All patrol members are volunteer.)

• Social occasions such as Fall Festival, National Night Out, Bike Rally, and Easter Egg Hunt

• Neighborhood Newsletter

• Yard & Christmas Awards (Only paid members can receive an award)

• Representation at City Meetings; interaction with Police and Fire Departments

• Neighborhood Directory (a 2006 directory will be published and only paid members receive direc-tory)

PLEASE take a few minutes and complete the form below and enclose it with your check of $40.00 and mail it to RHA, P. O. Box 852636, Richardson, TX 75085-2636. Please consider volunteering to serve in one of the following areas: ( ) Crime Watch Patrol ( ) Membership Canvassing ( ) Beautification Committee ( ) Board Position ( ) Fall Festival ( ) Social Chairman ( ) Easter Egg Hunt ( ) Website Committee ( ) Block Captain ( ) Other interest Name ___________________________ & ____________________________________ Last First Last First

Address _____________________________________________________ __ Phone __________________________ E-Mail ___________________________ (Will NOT be published in directory) Work or Cell Phone # _____________________ (This will not be published in the directory. Crime Watch Patrol uses the number to contact you should the need arise when you are not at home. Amount Enclosed ______________ If for some reason, you cannot join the Association, please fill out the form and return it so we can have the correct information. Any questions, please call Angela McCants, 972-680-1533.

You can also pay your dues online. Please go to our website: www.richlandhoa.com for details.

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Communicate high expectations to all the young people you know. Help them understand the value of education.

Tell them life isn’t perfect- or sometimes even fair- but if they don’t give up, if they try their hardest and don’t make excuses for things

beyond their control, they are sure to succeed. Encourage them to reach for the stars, to have big dreams, to

imagine all they can be and the difference they can make in the world. Then do everything in your power to help them make those dreams

come true.

Author Unknown

You can make a difference, be a volunteer!

Tonia Alexander, Ph.D.

Principal

Richland Elementary News

Recycle Paper and Cardboard at Richland Elementary

All paper and cardboard to be recycled can be taken to the appropriate dumpsters

in the east parking lot at Richland Elementary.

It is important for us all to recycle whenever possible and the school gets paid

by the ton for the paper which is collected in the dumpsters.

This is a win-win for everyone involved!

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The Social Scene

Richland Homeowner’s Book Club 6:00 pm, Monday, February 13th Book: Gilead by Marilynne Robinson 6:00 pm, May 8 Book: Like a Lampshade in a Whorehouse by Phyllis Diller If you have questions about the book group and would like to attend a meeting, please call Ginny Griffith at 972-907-2073

Substitutes Needed

For

Two daytime ladies groups of

party bridge. Two tables in Rich-

land Park/Richland Oaks homes.

Call Jeanne 972-671-3500

SCOUTING FOR FOOD DRIVE,

FEBRUARY 11th

Attached to this month’s news-letter please find a bag that is being delivered so that Pack 526 ( Richland Elementary’s Charter ) can collect canned food during the annual Scout-

ing for Food drive. This is the largest door-to-door food drive in the metroplex and the food will be de-livered to area food banks for distribution to those in need. Hats off to Pack 526 for their efforts!

PLEASE REMEMBER TO LEAVE YOUR CANNED FOOD IN THE BAG PROVIDED ON YOUR FRONT PORCH ON SATUR-DAY, FEBRUARY 11TH BY 9 AM…

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© 2006 Prudential Real Estate brokerage services are offered through the inde-

pendently owned and operated network of broker member franchisees of Prudential

Real Estate Affiliates, Inc., a Prudential Financial company. and

Prudential are registered service marks of The Prudential Insurance Company of

America and are used herein under license. Equal Housing Opportunity

Angela McCants, ABR Relocation Specialist

Park Cities Office:

5949 Sherry Lane, Suite 100

Dallas TX 75225

Main Office: 214-696-1200

Primary: 972-380-3441

Fax: 972-696-2532

The neighborhood news goes to all 965 homes in the Richland Park and Richland Oaks additions. Advertising in the newsletter is an excellent way to get your message into those homes. Sizes and rates for a one-time ad are as follows: Full page: $100 Half page: $50 Quarter page: $ 25 Business card: $ 10 There is a 10% discount for members of the RHA. The next newsletter will be published in April. Submission deadline: Wednesday, March 22. When space is available, small classified ads will be carried free for RHA members. Call Pam Vickery at 972-480-0132 for more information.

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CRIME ALERT As we enter a new year, I want to take the time to congratulate our residents and crime watch patrol mem-bers. Our crime in 2005 was down 12% from 2004. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK! We have two categories of offenses I would like to address. They make up 52% of our crime. 1. Forced Burglaries—These are primarily day time events. I would recommend that you have a monitored

alarm system and signs displayed indicating this. Another tip would be to let any strangers know that someone is home. If a stranger knocks on your door or rings your door bell, talk to them through the door without opening it. If your phone rings, answer it. Burglars generally do not want confrontation and will pick houses where no one is at home.

2. Theft From Motor Vehicles—This is the most prevalent crime and the easiest to prevent. If you cannot

park in your garage, then lock your car and do not leave ANYTHING in it to steal. When purchasing an after-market-stereo, purchase one with a removable face plate and remove it every time you park your car.

A friendly reminder—If you see anything suspicious call 911 and don’t worry about it being an emergency or not. The 911 operator will prioritize your call. THEY WANT YOU TO CALL. Larry Howell Crime Watch Coordinator 972-234-4655

Emergency Numbers

Police - Fire - Ambulance 9-1-1

Fire Department Non-emergency 972-744-5700 Police Department Non-emergency 972-744-4800 Citizens Information Center 972-744-4104 Library 972-744-4350 Neighborhood Integrity 972-744-4166 Special Pick-up Request Line 972-744-4400 For numbers not listed, call 972-744-4100

The Crime Watch Patrol always welcomes new members—each donating 3 hours a month to patrolling. Please contact Nancy or Carl Wenholz for additional information or fill out and return the application blank on the next page in this newsletter.

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Richland Park Crime Watch Patrol Statistics indicate that crime is down considerably in the neighborhood since the patrol was begun in 1994 and we all feel a little safer. We believe that in spite of the improvement, we can be even better. If we had a few more patrol members, we think, we can accomplish this objective. Please give careful consideration to becoming a part of the patrol. It only requires a few house of training and just 1 to 1 1/2 hours every two weeks and you can choose the time. In addition, you will become acquainted with a great group of Richland Park/Oaks neighbors. An application blank is printed below. Please fill out and return to Nancy Wenholz at 638 Tiffany

Trail (or, call her at 972-690-9504 and she will pick it up) by the end of February. Your help will make a difference.

APPLICATION CRIME WATCH PATROL

NAME: DATE OF BIRTH: ADDRESS: D.L. NUMBER: HOME PHONE: WORK PHONE T-SHIRT SIZE: M L XL XXL WINDBREAKER SIZE: M L XL XXL IN CASE OF EMERGENCY, CONTACT: NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: ALTERNATE PHONE: REFERENCES: NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: RELATIONSHIP: NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: RELATIONSHIP: ARE YOU ABLE TO DONATE THREE HOURS A MONTH TO ASSISTING THE RICHLAND PARK CRIME WATCH PATROL?

I UNDERSTAND AND GIVE MY FULL CONSENT TO THE RICHARDSON POLICE DEPARTMENT TO

CONDUCT A CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK. I FURTHER UNDERSTAND THAT MY CHARACTER

REFERENCES MAY ALSO BE CHECKED. (THIS INFORMATION WILL BE CONFIDENTIAL AND NOT

ALLOWED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE).

SIGNATURE: DATE: OFFICIAL USE ONLY: OFFICER ID# APPROVED DATE

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Crime Patrol application

Crime Patrol application

Crime Patrol application

Crime Patrol application

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Beautification

Have you noticed that work has been done—or not - on the entrance planting areas? The intention was for all planting areas to be completed in 2005; however, that did not happen. The RHA operating budget for 2005 was aligned so that more money went into beautification and other activities oper-ated on a reduced budget. The funds are still available and budgeted to complete the entryway ar-eas. The entrances at Walnut and Richland Oaks, Richland Park, and Lois are basically complete with ongoing maintenance and seasonal plantings. The entrances off Audelia have been cleared and the beds prepared and the entrance at Stillmeadow is partially complete. This fall and winter’s unsea-sonably warm and dry conditions have stalled the completion of these beds. All of us look forward to Spring and some good planting weather. In addition, all exterior walls were power washed and al-though the walls are still old and boring they are at last clean. Many of us in the neighborhood receive the code enforcement activity report from the City of Richard-son. This report allows residents to track issues from start-to-finish as well as provides detailed infor-mation as the city works to have code violations corrected. If you wish to receive this report, contact Don Magner, Neighborhood Services Manager, City of Richardson, 972-744-4171 or email at [email protected]. And last but not least—the most requested reminder—when you walk your dog, pick up the dog poop. It is the neighborly thing to do and it is also required by law.

BRIAN R. ARNOLD & ASSOCIATES ATTORNEYS AND COUNSELORS AT LAW

WALNUT GLEN TOWER 8144 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 1080

Dallas, Texas 75231-1000 214-739-4216

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can help you.

** RESIDENT OF RICHLAND PARK **

MAC MUSICMAC MUSICMAC MUSICMAC MUSIC

PIANO LESSONS!PIANO LESSONS!PIANO LESSONS!PIANO LESSONS!

Piano teacher new to Richland Park has several openings for students!

- 19 years’ experience - 2 music degrees - Richland College Faculty member

- works well with kids - affordable rates

- studio on Birch Lane in Richardson

Call CASSIE MCCAMPBELL (214) 621-5586

for more information

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REAL ESTATE REPORT

Richland Park Subdivision

INTEGRITY ���� SERVICE ���� TRUST

Sales Trend - Richland Park Subdivision

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$50,000

$100,000

$150,000

$200,000

$250,000

2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

Year

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rice

Low

Average

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Sales Trend - Richland Park Subdivision

2001 2002 2003 2004 2005

Low $142,000 $146,675 $146,700 $158,000 $143,750

Average $167,936 $170,719 $176,930 $180,442 $179,962

High $204,000 $200,000 $194,900 $195,000 $206,000

Traute H. Malhotra, GRI E-Pro®, Senior Housing Specialist

Office: 972.437.5705

Cell: 214.597.2962 [email protected]

www.THMRealty.com

I hope you find the information in this specialized Real Estate Report help-

ful. Please think of me as your resource for all your real estate needs. My

knowledge and expertise can be a valuable asset whether you or someone

you know are in the market of buying or selling a property.

If your property is currently listed with another broker this is not intended to be a solicitation.

Each Office is Individually Owned & Operated. Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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♦ Masters degree in Violin Perform-

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El Centro colleges ♦ Accepting beginners and advanced

students

Call Inga Kroll 972-437-6559

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