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The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in a Study Session via In-Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
STUDY SESSION
3: 00 P. M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Study Session Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 3: 12 p. m., on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER MARK NGUYEN, DISTRICT 3
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1 ( Arrived at 3:22 p.m.)
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
Arrived at 3: 47 p. m.)
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Maintenance and Utilities Manager Tuan Pham
Deputy Police Chief Cameron Knauerhaze
Housing Specialist Michael Son
SALUTE TO FLAG
Vice Mayor Manzo led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
Mayor Nguyen conducted the invocation.
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1. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — STUDY SESSION ONLY
There were no members of the public present who wished to speak under oral communications.
2. Study Session — Fiscal Year 2025- 2029 Consolidated Plan.
Housing Specialist Michael Son and Veronica Tam, Principal of Veronica Tam and Associates, provided the staff report.
District 1 Council Member Phan West arrived at the meeting at 3:22 p.m.
During the presentation, Mayor Nguyen questioned the funding available for new construction.
Discussion ensued regarding CDBG funding eligibility on construction projects.
Principal Tam continued to provide the presentation.
During the presentation, Council Member Phan West asked for clarification on spending caps for public services and who was surveyed.
Following the presentation, Principal Tam clarified the stakeholder meeting and online public survey.
Vice Mayor Manzo asked for total responses submitted for the survey.
Discussion ensued regarding the public survey and those listed as stakeholders.
Mayor Nguyen asked for total amount spend in the current fiscal year 2020- 2024 consolidated plan and the ability to carry over unused funds to upcoming fiscal year 2025- 2029.
Discussion ensued regarding different projects, the success of programs and use of allocated funds.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen entered the meeting at 3:47 p.m.
Discussion ensued regarding reporting of the current consolidated plan and adjustment to priorities.
District 1 Council Member Phan West left the dais at 3:59 p.m.
Vice Mayor Manzo expressed his interest in using funding for urban greening.
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District 1 Council Member Phan West returned to the dais at 4:03 p. m.
Council Member Phan West commented on using funds towards mental health, drug abuse, and veterans.
Mayor Nguyen announced the upcoming Closed Session meeting and thanked staff for their report.
3. Adjournment
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the Special Study Session Meeting at 4:07 p.m.
The City Council of the City of Westminster, California, convened on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, at 4: 00 p. m. in a Closed Session via In- Person, City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
CLOSED SESSION
4: 00 P. M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Closed Session Meeting of the City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 4: 08 p. m., on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER MARK NGUYEN, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: NONE
City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council, with all members present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Deputy Police Chief Cameron Knauerhaze
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION
The following individual spoke under oral communications for the Closed Session meeting:
1. Terry Rains commented on the numerous evaluations agendized for the City Attorney in the past years, stated inconsistencies in legal advice given by the City Attorney to City Council and staff, highlighted different examples of failure to provide legal advice and guidance as needed by a City Attorney, and urged the City Council to change law firms for the City.
CLOSED SESSION
City Clerk Arocho read the Closed Session title into the record:
1. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957:
Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: City Attorney
The Mayor and the City Council entered Closed Session at 4:13 p.m.
RECESS: Mayor Nguyen recessed the meeting at 5:54 p.m. from Closed Session.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: The City Council/ Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency meeting reconvened on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, to Open Session at 6:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
6: 00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Nguyen called the Regular Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency Meeting to order at 6: 10 p. m., on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, via In- Person, at the City Council Chambers, 8200 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, California.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR CHI CHARLIE NGUYEN
VICE MAYOR CARLOS MANZO, DISTRICT 2
COUNCIL MEMBER AMY PHAN WEST, DISTRICT 1
COUNCIL MEMBER MARK NGUYEN, DISTRICT 3
COUNCIL MEMBER NAMQUAN NGUYEN, DISTRICT 4
ABSENT: NONE
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City Clerk Arocho announced a quorum of the City Council, with all members present.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Christine Cordon
City Attorney Christian Bettenhausen
Assistant City Manager Adolfo Ozaeta
City Clerk Ashton Arocho
Finance Director Erin Backs
Police Chief Darin Lenyi
Human Resources Director Jodie Griner
Community Services Director Vanessa Johnson
Deputy Police Chief Ron Weber
Sergeant at Arms Jerad Kent
Orange County Fire Authority Craig Covey
Maintenance and Utilities Manager Tuan Pham
Business Services Manager Karla Santillan
Police Commander William Drinnin
SALUTE TO THE FLAG
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen led the flag salute.
INVOCATION
District 1 Council Member Phan West conducted the invocation.
CITY ATTORNEY/ CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Manager Cordon stated that the Mayor and City Council met under Closed Session regarding the item listed on the agenda and took the following action:
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to request that an RFP be issued for City Attorney services, with Christian Bettenhausen continuing to serve as the City Attorney while the City Council evaluates alternative attorneys from Jones and Mayer.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS (Including SB 1439 Report when required) There were no Ex Parte Communications or SB 1439 reports to be presented at this time.
REPORT FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Arocho commented on the late communication memo for Agenda Item Nos. 3.1,
3. 4, 3. 8 and 3. 9.
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cordon made the following announcements:
Police Department
Westminster Police Department Service Canine Thor and his handler attended the ' Know More, Do Better' conference at Vanguard University last week. This conference was designed to equip middle school aged students to spot and prevent human trafficking. The conference was hosted by the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force in partnership with 28 local organizations, including the Orange County Department of Education and Orange County Superior Court. Thor was comforting to hundreds of students who attended.
Women of Distinction Recognition Program – Application Period Extended The application period has been extended until February 20th at 5:00 p.m.
This prestigious program honors the outstanding achievements of women who have positively and profoundly influenced or impacted the community through their leadership, work, activism, volunteerism, or service. Nominees must be at least 18 years of age and live, work, or volunteer in Westminster. Current City of Westminster employees are not eligible, and self- nominations will not be accepted or acknowledged.
Each Council Member will select one honoree following the application deadline and honorees will be recognized at the March 12thRegular City Council meeting.
Submit your application by hand delivery to City Hall or by emailing it to Idoan( a westminster- ca. gov.
Westminster Small Business Expo
I'm excited to share details about an upcoming event designed for our Westminster Small Business Community - the Westminster Small Business Expo! Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Rose Center. This interactive expo, hosted in partnership with the Small Business Development Center and Cal State Fullerton, is designed to help local business owners access valuable
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resources, expert insights, and funding opportunities.
The event will feature expert-led panels, networking opportunities, and a resource fair, plus a special lunch program on " Doing Business in Westminster." Attendees will gain essential knowledge on securing funding under $ 100K, increasing revenue, strengthening their digital presence, and tapping into key business resources.
One of the biggest highlights? This is your chance to be the first to learn about new Westminster technology grant opportunities designed to support local businesses! New to business or an established entrepreneur, this expo is your opportunity to unlock new paths to growth. Don' t miss out — we hope to see you there! New Staff: Sofia Chang, Communications Specialist
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATION
A. Presentation of Proclamation for Black History Month.
The Mayor and City Council presented the proclamation to President MacDonald of the Black Chamber of Orange County.
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on agenda items only:
1. Don Anderson spoke in favor of the recent work completed on Magnolia Street Agenda Item No. 3. 6).
2. Michael Verrengia commented in support of Agenda Item No. 3. 4, requested that the City Council move to approve the item avoiding further delays; and commented in support of Agenda Item No. 5. 1.
3. Terry Rains commented on the late communications memo highlighting the errors and omissions found in Agenda Item No. 3. 1; commented on the purchase of grocery cards ( Agenda Item No. 3. 2); spoke on the incorrect statute found in the agreement and questioned why this item had to go before the City Council for approval ( Agenda Item No. 3. 4); commented on the late communications memo highlighting the errors in Agenda Item Nos. 3. 8 and 3. 9; spoke on the need to make appointments to Boards, Commissions and Committees ( Agenda Item No. 7) and commented on conference attendance of District 1 Council Member Phan West ( Agenda Item No. 10).
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3. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Nguyen pulled Agenda Item No. 3. 4 from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion.
3. 1 Minutes of the City Council and Successor Agency to the Westminster Redevelopment Agency.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the amended minutes as presented below:
A. January 22, 2025 ( Regular Meeting);
B. September 25, 2024 (Study Session, Closed Session and Regular Meeting); C. September 11, 2024 ( Closed Session and Regular Meeting); and D. August 28, 2024 (Closed Session and Regular Meeting).
3. 2 City Council and Successor Agency Warrant Register dated January 16, 2025 through February 5, 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council received and filed.
3. 3 Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 2617, Terminating the Commission on Aging.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council conducted the second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2617 entitled, " AN ORDINANCE OF THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, DELETING CHAPTER 2. 62 ( COMMISSION ON AGING), OF TITLE 2 ( ADMINISTRATION
AND PERSONNEL), OF THE WESTMINSTER MUNICIPAL CODE, AND TERMINATING THE COMMISSION ON AGING," read by title only and waive further reading.
3. 4 THIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION ( SEE END OF CONSENT CALENDAR).
3. 5 Acceptance of Additional Funding from the County of Orange for the Family Resource Center for Fiscal Year 2024- 2025.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Approved the amended agreement for additional funding in the amount of 120,000 from the County of Orange to provide Family Resource Center services for Fiscal Year 2024- 25; and
B. Authorized the City Manager to execute the amended agreement on behalf of the City.
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3. 6 Notice of Completion for the work performed by All American Asphalt for Magnolia Street Improvement Project from Edinger Avenue to Heil Ave.
Project Plan No.: P- 2566. Federal Project No. CRASL- 5338( 054).
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council accepted the subject project and authorized the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Clerk-Recorder's Office.
3. 7 Purchase of Playground Equipment for Elden F. Gillespie Park.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council approved the purchase of playground equipment from Landscape Structures, Inc. in the amount of$ 202, 001. 24 for Elden F. Gillespie Park.
3. 8 Adopt a Resolution Appointing Richard Olson as Water Management Consultant and Approve Retired Annuitant Employee Agreement.
ACTION: The Mayor and City Council:
A. Adopted Resolution No. 5295 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING RICHARD OLSON AS WATER MANAGEMENT
CONSULTANT;" and
B. Authorized the City Manager to enter into an Agreement with Retired Annuitant Richard Olson.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
CONSENT CALENDAR — ALL ITEMS ( 3. 1- 3. 8)
Motion was made by Vice Mayor Manzo, seconded by District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen, to approve the remainder of the Consent Calendar, with Agenda Item No. 3. 4 pulled for separate discussion.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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AGENDA ITEM( S) PULLED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE
DISCUSSION
3. 4 Continued from the October 23, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting— Approval of Tow Services Agreement Template for the Westminster Police Department Rotational Tow Program.
This item was pulled by Mayor Nguyen.
Mayor Nguyen asked staff to provide clarification on the procedure for when the Police Department issues a tow.
Prior to the presentation by staff, Vice Mayor Manzo commented on his prior recusal back in October on this item and clarified that since this item is not approving a specific tow company, a conflict does not exist, and he will not be recusing himself from the item.
Police Commander Drinnin provided a brief staff report.
Following the presentation, Mayor Nguyen commented on the current tow service agreement in place.
Discussion ensued regarding the current agreement and former business with towing companies.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked if this type of item should go through an RFP process.
Discussion ensued regarding current agreements and RFP processes.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 3 Council Member M.
Nguyen, to approve the tow service agreement template for qualified tow service providers desiring to participate in the Westminster Police Department' s Rotational Tow Program.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
4. PUBLIC HEARING — None.
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5. REGULAR BUSINESS
5. 1 Professional Services Agreement with Crossconnect Engineering for the Purchase of Information Technology Datacenter Equipment and Professional Services.
Assistant City Manager Ozaeta provided a brief staff report.
Mayor Nguyen questioned the total amount of proposals received for the item.
Jeff Kronlage, CEO of Crossconnect Engineering and Chris Crotteau, Senior Sales Engineer of Crossconnect Engineering came forward and answered questions of the City Council.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked for examples from the consultant on experience with datacenter equipment and services.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on annual costs.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen commented on the cluster and separation of data.
Discussion ensued regarding cloud storage, VDI, and maintenance of servers.
Mayor Nguyen asked staff on the awarding of the contract.
Discussion ensued regarding the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance NCPA).
Mayor Nguyen questioned the reasoning for not including the other submissions total costs in the staff report.
Discussion ensued regarding receiving quotes versus a bid.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by Vice Mayor Manzo, to:
A. Approve the purchase of information technology datacenter equipment using the NCAP Contract # 01- 169 and professional services with Crossconnect Engineering to implement the solution; and
B. Authorize the City Manager or her designee to execute the subject purchase and professional services agreement and execute it on the City's behalf; and C. Approve the funding request of $ 625, 701 from Information Systems Fund
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Balance to Information Technologies account computer equipment.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
Vice Mayor Manzo left the dais at 7:04 p.m.
5. 2 Adopt a Resolution Approving an Exception to the 180-Day Waiting Period to Hire a CaIPERS Retired Annuitant in Accordance with Government Code Sections 7522. 56 and 21224.
Human Resources and Risk Management Director Griner provided a brief staff report.
Motion was made by Mayor Nguyen, seconded by District 4 Council Member N.
Nguyen, to adopt Resolution No. 5296 entitled, " A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR
AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WESTMINSTER, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING EXCEPTION TO THE CALPERS 180- DAY WAIT PERIOD." Vice Mayor Manzo returned to the dais at 7:06 p.m.
The motion carried, 5-0, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: C. NGUYEN, MANZO, PHAN WEST, M. NGUYEN, N. NGUYEN NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
6. LEGISLATIVE ITEM - None
7. COMMISSION AND COMMITTEE ITEM - None
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — NON- AGENDA ITEMS
The following individuals spoke under oral communications on non-agenda items:
1. Don Anderson, President of the Friends of the Rose Center Theater, commented on his affiliation with the Rose Center Theater, commented on services provided since the theaters opening, highlighted upcoming events at the Rose Center Theater, and announced current Theater Manager Tim
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Nelson's acceptance of the Thomas Award for Outstanding Theater Management.
2. Michael Verrengia commented on e- bike casualties and the need for regulations around e- bike use.
Following the comments made, Vice Mayor Manzo asked City Manager Cordon to provide a status on the requested e- bike report.
District 1 Council Member Phan West asked Police Chief Lenyi to comment on current ordinance regarding e-bikes.
Police Chief Lenyi commented on the current response towards e- bike users.
Deputy Police Chief Weber provided additional context around e-bike use throughout the community.
3. Donald Lank commented on District 1 Council Member Phan West' s oversight on administrative functions, lack of availability, and spoke on the invocation led by District 1 Council Member Phan West at the beginning of the meeting.
Following the comments, District 1 Council Member Phan West briefly responded to comments made by Mr. Lank.
4. Roger Mindrum commented on concerns regarding community engagement and asked about the current rating system for public parks.
5. Tim Hogan, Parks and Recreation Commissioner, expressed concerns with staff and the Police Department regarding the hazards of e-bike use.
Following the comments, Mayor Nguyen asked public speaker Hogan to express any concerns about public parks, as a current member of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Discussion ensued briefly.
6. Terry Rains commented on the League for California Cities Mayor and Council Member Academy in Garden Grove, commended staff for a successful Tet Parade, commented on Tony Lam Park opening, highlighted the lack of maintenance at Frank Fry Park, spoke on overall need for better maintenance and care for public parks, commented on the lack of attendance of District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen at the Library Board, questioned District 1 Council Member Phan West for not attending the
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League for California Cities Mayor and Council Member Academy in Garden Grove or the Lunar New Year event hosted at the Asian Garden Mall, and closed with comments regarding current criminal charges against District 1 Council Member Phan West.
Following the comments, District 1 Council Member Phan West asked staff to provide clarification around concerns at Frank Fry Park.
Maintenance and Utilities Manager Pham provided comments regarding maintenance at Frank Fry Park.
9. BUSINESS MATTERS FROM CITY COUNCIL/ AGENCY MEMBERS — None
10. COMMENTS FROM CITY COUNCIL/AGENCY MEMBERS (Including AB 1234 Report when required)
District 1 Council Member Phan West thanked members of the public for attending the meeting and reporting concerns regarding public parks; thanked staff for all their hard work in moving the City forward; thanked Orange County Fire Authority for their commitment and dedication to the community; thanked Westminster Police Department for their commitment and dedication to the community; and closed with thanking City Attorney Bettenhausen for his time with the City.
District 4 Council Member N. Nguyen commented on his recent attendance at the League of Cal Cities Mayor and City Council Member Conference in Garden Grove, CA; commented on attendance of harassment and ethics training; and emphasized that if the City Council continues to work together it will only help move the City forward.
District 3 Council Member M. Nguyen commented on the success of the Tet Parade, thanked staff for all their hard work, commented on recent attendance at the League of Cal Cities Mayor and City Council Member Conference in Garden Grove, CA; and commented on sessions attended.
Vice Mayor Manzo commented on recent attendance at the League of Cal Cities Mayor and City Council Member Conference in Garden Grove, CA; commented on networking opportunities; commented on the success of the Tet Parade; spoke in support of having an e-bike use ordinance presented to the City Council at a future meeting; commented on the maintenance of public parks throughout the community; thanked staff for their hard work and thanked the City Council for a short and productive meeting.
Mayor Nguyen thanked the public for attending the meeting, thanked staff for the success of the Tet Parade; thanked the City Council for their collaboration and
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working together to move the City forward; reported his recent attendance at the League of Cal Cities Mayor and City Council Member Conference in Garden Grove, CA; commented on attendance of harassment and ethics training; and requested the Police Department to report back on the homeless and street vendors.
11. COUNCIL ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Nguyen adjourned the meeting in memory of District 1 Council Member Phan West' s sister- in- law Jakkee Phan.
The meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
The next Regular Meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at 6:00 p. m.
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