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April 4, 2012
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON APRIL 4, 2012, BEGINNING AT 5:00PM IN
CONFERENCE ROOM A AND CONTINUING AT 8:00 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE
TOWN, 740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
PRESENT:
Supervisor Nancy Seligson
Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner
Councilman Ernest C. Odierna
Councilwoman Abby Katz
Councilwoman Jaine Elkind Eney
ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
Stephen V. Altieri, Town Administrator
William Maker, Jr., Town Attorney
CALL TO ORDER - WORK SESSION
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, the Work Session was unanimously
opened at 5:00PM.
1. 2011 Budget Review – Part Town Fund
Additionally Present: Anthony Siligato, Comptroller
The Town Board reviewed the Financials for the Part Town (B) Fund. The Board reviewed Revenues and
Expenses line by line. At the April 18 Work Session, the Board will review another Town Fund.
2. Update – Westchester Joint Water Works (WJWW) Filtration Alternatives
The Town Board discussed the ongoing matter of the WJWW’s need to comply with New York State’s
mandate to filter water coming out of Rye Lake. The Town Board reviewed Mr. Altieri’s memo dated
March 29, 2012, as well as the WJWW memo, Comparison of Project Costs for Rye Lake Source Supply
Options. It was noted that originally the plan was to construct a filtration plant in the area of Rye Lake. To
this effort the WJWW has already expensed seven million dollars. WJWW has been reviewing an
alternative that would involve utilizing Ultra Violet disinfection (UVD). The UVD alternative would require
WJWW to participate with other municipalities and the County to build a UV plant at Eastview in Valhalla,
and then build a pipe to connect to the UV water plant at the Kensico Dam. The Board noted that although
there are more upfront costs involved in the UVD, the long term costs are much less expensive.
3. Retirement Reporting – Elected/Appointed Officials
Christina Battalia reviewed her memo outlining the State Retirement System’s requirements for reporting
hours worked. Councilwoman Elkind Eney and Councilwoman Katz will make a time to meet with Christina
to review the procedure.
4. 2012 Parking Fees
The Town Board reviewed the Parking Fees for the 2011/2012 Parking Season. The Board reviewed their
policy of bringing the parking permit fees in line with other municipalities by raising the fee each year. The
Board will vote on the Parking Fees during the Regular Town Board Meeting this evening.
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5. Website Upgrade
The Town Clerk recommended the Town initiate a change whereby when a ‘News & Notices’ generated on
the Town’s Web-site is issued, an email notification would be generated. The Board agreed that the email
should go out with the existing Special Notices and not as a new email list for which residents would need
to sign up.
6. Update – Reassessment Project
Mr. Altieri reported that the project to attach photos to the Property Cards is underway. Mr. Altieri will
have more details as to how the postcards are doing at the next Work Session.
7. Update – Meeting with Westchester County Housing Zone Study
Supervisor Seligson reported that she and Mr. Altieri met with Norma Drummond, Mary Mahan, and Ed
Burroughs of Westchester County last week to discuss the Byron Place Project, and to ask the County to
address with the Monitor the subject of allowing the 10 affordable units to be counted towards the Fair
and Affordable Housing Settlement. Additionally present at the meeting were representatives from Byron
Place Associates. Supervisor Seligson reported that the County seemed open to this. Supervisor Seligson
noted that there would be some difficulty meeting the requirements due to the high level of monthly costs
associated with the building amenities.
8. New Business
Supervisor Seligson stated that she and Mr. Altieri met with a company that facilitates focus groups to
discuss addressing Town services and budget. The company will provide an estimate to the Town.
Supervisor Seligson did note that this will not be an inexpensive endeavor.
Supervisor Seligson stated that the Town has two high school interns, Olivia Peniston and Sarah Meister.
These young ladies will work on environmental projects.
The Town Board discussed setting the July Town Board meeting date. The Board added this as an item to
this evening’s Regular Agenda.
On motion of Supervisor Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the Board unanimously agreed to
enter into an Executive Session to discuss Collective Bargaining with the IAFF and Employment History of a
Particular Individual.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Collective Bargaining with the IAFF
Employment History of a Particular Individual
On motion of Supervisor Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the Board unanimously agreed to
resume the Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER
The Regular Meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor Seligson at 8:00 PM, she then
pointed out the location of the exits.
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SUPERVISOR’S SUMMARY REPORT
Supervisor Seligson reported that with the ‘non winter’, the Town will move up the organic pick up by a
week. Supervisor Seligson asked residents to consider not using pesticides on their lawns as any excess
washes off into the nearest body of water. The Town is happy to report that the Spring Recreation
Brochure is available online and at the Town Center. Supervisor Seligson encouraged residents to partake
in the wonderful trails within the Town. Supervisor Seligson did note that bicycles are not allowed on the
trails as they create dangerous ruts. On April 23, Earth Day will be celebrated at the Hommocks
Conservation Area from 10:00am – 12:00noon, with a clean-up of the area. Residents are reminded to use
their water irrigation systems during the evening hours when there is less demand on the water system,
adding that running them during high demand causes lower water pressure for your neighbors. Supervisor
Seligson reported that the Town continues to look at fair and affordable housing; to this end the Town has
contacted the firm of BFJ to revisit a study they did for the Boston Post Road Corridor. The Town is
preparing to begin work on the 2013 Budget, adding that the Town is looking into holding focus groups.
Supervisor Seligson is happy to report that everyone is very pleased with the new sanitation building. .
PROCLAMATION
Supervisor Seligson read the following:
Town of Mamaroneck Proclamation
No-Idling Day - April 23, 2012
WHEREAS: The Town of Mamaroneck is joining forces with the Village of
Mamaroneck, the Village of Larchmont and the City of Rye to publicize and
educate residents about the harmful effects of engine idling, the laws
prohibiting engine idling and to declare Monday, April 23, 2012, No Idling
Day in the Town of Mamaroneck; and
WHEREAS: Vehicle exhaust is hazardous to human health and increases the risk of
cancer, heart and lung disease and asthma, especially in children; and
WHEREAS: Vehicle idling wastes gasoline and money; and
WHEREAS: Vehicle idling negatively affects air quality and pollutes the environment,
and the US Environmental Protection Agency has identified idling as a
major contributor to particulate matter emissions; and
WHEREAS: Idling more than 10 seconds burns more gas than it takes to restart the
engine, and today’s electronic engines DO NOT need to idle to warm up
before being operated; and
WHEREAS: Vehicle idling is against the law (see Chapter 219 Article 1 Section 219.1 of
the Town Law).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Nancy Seligson, Supervisor of the Town of
Mamaroneck, and the Town Board members hereby establish Monday, April 23, 2012 “No-Idling
Day” in the Town of Mamaroneck and strongly urge all residents to turn off their engines when
idling longer than 30 seconds, to spread the word to family and friends and to encourage others to
eliminate unnecessary idling, and to properly maintain vehicles to reduce excessive exhaust.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Town of
Mamaroneck to be affixed this 4th day of April 2012.
CITIZEN’S COMMENTS
Brian Rohman, representing the Larchmont Gardens’ Civic Association, addressed the Board. Mr. Rohman
began by encouraging other residents to address the Board, adding the Larchmont Gardens’ Civic
Association need not be the only ones. Mr. Rohman encouraged others to come to Town Board meetings
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with questions and concerns. Mr. Rohman noted two upcoming events. One will be a ‘Coffee on the
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Bridge’, April 21, from 9:00am – 10:00am and on May 14, the Association will be having their Annual
Meeting, adding they are very happy to have Supervisor Seligson as their Speaker.
BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The Meeting was called to order by Commissioner Seligson, than on motion of Commissioner Wittner,
seconded by Commissioner Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously
declared open.
Present were the following Members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner
Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna
Commissioner: Abby Katz
Commissioner: Jaine Elkind Eney
1. FIRE CLAIMS
Commissioner Elkind Eney presented Fire Claims for authorization of payment, thereafter on Commissioner
Elkind Eney’s motion, seconded by Commissioner Katz, it was
RESOLVED that this Commission hereby authorizes payment of the following
Fire Department Claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the
Comptroller’s Office:
1st Responder Newspaper Annual Subscription 2012 80.00
Amazon.com Stencils, USB, Battery & Charger, Data Cable 82.56
Atlantic Westchester Furnace and Thermostat Repair 604.50
Cleaning Systems Cleaning Supplies 580.15
Foley Hardware White Cable 5.39
Minerva Cleaners Uniform Maintenance 231.00
Town Of Mamaroneck FD Reimb. For food for Feb. Drill and Batteries 96.91
Verizon Telephone Service 3/10-4/9/12 330.91
Total: $2,011.42
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner Elkind Eney Aye
Commissioner Katz Aye
Commissioner Odierna Aye
Commissioner Wittner Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
2. Other Fire Department Business
Commissioner Wittner read the Fire Report for the Month of February as submitted by Chief Collins as
follows:
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March 2012
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 25
Minors 24
Stills 1
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 0
EMS 18
Drills 15
TOTAL 83
Total number of personnel responding: 991
Total time working: 39 hours and 45 minutes
Commissioner Wittner noted that the Commissioners have received the Fire Council Minutes of
March 5, 2012. Commissioner Wittner noted her attendance at the Fire Council Meeting. At the Fire Council
Meeting there was an approval to outsource the Department’s Web site maintenance. Commissioner
Wittner noted her recent personal experience with false alarms, as she had a recent one in which the Fire
Department was called to her home. Fortunately, it was only a false alarm. Commissioner Wittner did
note that the Fire Department is having difficulty with New York Sports Club and the many, many false
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alarms they are having, adding this has been going on for a very long time. On June 28 the Firemen’s
Parade will be held, adding everyone always looks forward to this.
There being no further business to come before the Commission, on motion of Commissioner Wittner,
seconded by Commissioner Elkind Eney the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board
reconvened.
AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Authorization – Transfer of Funds – Capital Project #2012-02
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve amending
the Capital Budget, and the Transfer of Funds in the amount of $5,000.00, to
reflect the increased cost of the vehicle purchase as previously approved in the
2012 Capital Budget, as detailed below by the Town Comptroller:
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The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
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2. Authorization – Amendment to New York Class Agreement
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following was
approved,
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck is currently a participant of the NYCLASS Program, and
WHEREAS, the Town of Mamaroneck has been notified of an amendment to the Cooperation
Agreement governing NYCLASS which reflects that the Village of Potsdam will become the
new Lead Participant and provides for changes to the Investment Advisor from time to time as
determined by the Governing Board of NYCLASS, and
WHEREAS, the Town Comptroller recommends that the Town Board approve an Amendment
to the Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System Municipal Cooperation Agreement, in
which certain terms are modified to reflect the change in the Lead participant and Investment
Advisor for the program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Mamaroneck does hereby approve the
Amendment to the Cooperative Liquid Assets Securities System Municipal Cooperation
Agreement, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said amendment on
behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
3. Authorization – License Agreement – VFW Caretaker
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve the
Caretaker Agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck and Joseph and
Pamela Controneo, for the VFW/Senior Center Building at 1288 Boston Post
Road, and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the Town Administrator is hereby authorized to execute said
Agreement on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
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4. Approval of Certiorari
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
RESOLVED, that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following Tax
Certiorari on the following terms:
John H. Collins Realty Corp.
119 Rockland Avenue
Larchmont, NY 10538
Block: 211 Lot: 333
Town of Mamaroneck
Year Assessment Amount of Reduction Reduced Assessment
2006 $89,000 $27,000 $62,000
2007 $89,000 $31,000 $58,000
2008 $89,000 $33,000 $56,000
2009 $89,000 $37,500 $51,500
2010 $89,000 $37,500 $51,500
2011 $89,000 $37,500 $51,500
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
5. Authorization – Sale of Surplus Equipment
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby declare the
following vehicles to be surplus, and authorizes Mr. Altieri to take the
necessary steps to sell the vehicles through an online auction:
Fleet 21-2000 Chevrolet Impala
VIN # 2G1WF52EXY9303117
Fleet 22- 2000 Chevrolet Lumina
VIN # 2GIWL52J8Y1280263
Fleet 24 / PD Cars 3 – 2007 Ford Crown Victoria
VIN # 2FAHP71W27X142359
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
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6. Salary Authorization – Recreation
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was
RESOLVED, that as provided for in the 2011 and 2012 Town Budget the Mamaroneck
Town Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following:
HOMMOCKS POOL – Retroactive March 6, 2012 - (continuous)
Max Alfaro Lifeguard $10.50/hr
Sabrina Bieloski Manager $18.25/hr
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
7. Report of Bids – TA-12-08 Salt Spreader
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following was
approved,
WHEREAS, on March 28, 2012 the Town publicly opened and read three bids for
Contract #TA-12-08 Salt Spreader.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby award Contract
#TA-12-08 Salt Spreader to the lowest responsible bidder, Reed Systems, of
Ellenville, NY 12428.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
8. Report of Bids – TA-12-01 Replacement of Pool Tile
The report of bids is entered into the record as:
Attachment A
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following was
approved,
WHEREAS, on March 29, 2012, the Town publicly opened and read two bids for
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Contract #TA-12-01 Replacement of Pool Tiles, and
WHEREAS, the Town feels that these bids are unreasonable and will therefore
restructure the project and reissue a request for bids.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board hereby rejects the bids for
Contract #TA-12-01 Replacement of Pool Tiles.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Aye
Katz Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
9. Appointments – Boards & Commissions
On motion of Supervisor Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that Virginia Piccciotto, be reappointed to the position of
Member A of the Town of Mamaroneck Planning Board, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointment shall be effective immediately upon the
appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law and shall expire on December 31, 2017.
On motion of Supervisor Seligson, seconded by Councilman Odierna, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that Edward Papazian, be reappointed to the position of
Member E of the Town of Mamaroneck Planning Board, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointment shall be effective immediately upon the
appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York
Town Law and shall expire on December 31, 2018.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint William Zelenka,
a Member of the Coastal Zone Management Commission, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointment shall be effective (A) the appointee filing a
resignation of his position as Member G of the Traffic Committee (B) immediately upon the
appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town
Law and (B) shall expire on August 31, 2014.
On motion of Supervisor Seligson, seconded by Councilwoman Wittner, the following was approved,
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WHEREAS, with the resignation of Ronald Meister, as Member A of the Zoning Board
of Appeals, a vacancy now exists.
NOW THERFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Seth Marcus, to fill
the unexpired term of Member A of the Zoning Board of Appeals, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointment shall be effective (A) immediately upon
the appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New
York Town Law and (B) shall expire on December 31, 2013.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Elkind Eney Abstain
Katz No
Odierna Aye
Wittner Aye
Seligson Aye
On motion of Councilwoman Katz, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the following was unanimously
approved,
WHEREAS, with the resignation of Alan Mason as Member D of the Planning Board, a
vacancy now exists.
NOW THERFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Stephen Marsh, to fill
the unexpired term of Member D of the Planning Board, and
BE IT FURTHER
RESOLVED, that the foregoing appointment shall be effective (A) immediately upon the
appointee taking and subscribing the oath mandated by section 25 of the New York Town
Law and (B) shall expire on December 31, 2018.
10. Authorization - 2012-2013 Parking Fee Schedule
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve Parking
Fees for the 2012/2013 Parking Season as follows:
COMUTER LOT #1
DAYTIME $650.00
METER $65.00
AREA BUSINESS
MAXWELL AVE $65.00
MYRTLE BLVD $65.00
LOT # 3 $500.00
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24 HOUR PARKING $750.00
LOT # 3
24 HOUR - SENIOR $475.00
LOT #3
OVERNIGHT
LOT #4 (COUGHLIN) $375.00
Byron (not yet avail.) $375.00
MYRTLE BLVD $375.00
11. Set Date - July Town Board Meeting
On motion of Councilman Odierna, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, it was unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the July Town
Board Meeting for July 9, 2012.
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Katz, it was
unanimously
RESOLVED, that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the meeting of March 21, 2012.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
None
REPORT OF COUNCIL
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Councilman Odierna attended the Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting on March 28. Applications were
approved for Beth Feldman, 656 Forrest Avenue and for Mr. and Mrs. Feuerbach, of 188 Rockingstone. The
application by Andrew Fineberg, of 87 Rockland Avenue was adjourned as was the application by the
dealership at 2500 Boston Post Road owner by Mr. Crocco. Councilman Odierna, noted that the Secretary
to the Planning and Zoning Boards, is currently working on getting the resolutions and the Minutes onto
the Town’s Web-site. Councilman Odierna noted his attendance at the wonderful Sheldrake Environmental
Center Fundraiser.
Councilwoman Wittner also attended the Sheldrake Environmental Center’s Fundraiser. The Coastal Zone
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Management Commission Meeting was on March 28 which Councilwoman Wittner attended. They
continue to discuss the replacement of the pilings at Horseshoe Harbor. The Commission continues to
discuss revising the Local Waterfront Revitalization Program, adding this is a big project that will be a topic
for quite some time.
Councilwoman Katz reported on the Planning Board Meeting at the last Town Board Meeting.
Councilwoman Katz also attended the Traffic Committee, adding they will be sending a request to the Town
Board to hold a public hearing. Councilwoman Katz also attended the Sheldrake Environmental Center’s
Fundraiser.
Councilwoman Elkind Eney noted that none of the Boards she is liaison to has met since she last reported.
Councilwoman Elkind Eney also attended the Sheldrake Environmental Center’s Fundraiser. Last evening,
Councilwoman Elkind Eney attended a fundraiser at the Ann Taylor Store on Palmer Avenue. This event
was a fundraiser for the Pinebrook Park. The upgrade of the Pinebrook Park is a good example of a private-
public partnership. Councilwoman Elkind Eney congratulated the Town’s new Justice, Ronald Meister, on
his first evening presiding over Town Court. Councilwoman Elkind Eney also congratulated the new
Larchmont Village Mayor, Anne McAndrews and new Village Trustee Peter Fanelli.
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ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner, seconded by Councilwoman Elkind Eney, the meeting was
unanimously adjourned at 9:30 PM
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Submitted by
Christina Battalia, Town Clerk
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