July 2023 HIGHLIGHTS

Heritage Lake Community Services, Inc. PUBLISHER/EDITOR: Rick Miller Rachel Goss ASSOC. PUBLISHER: Mary Petruzzi Heritage Lake Security Report 6/12/2023 TREASURER: Carol Kowalski Traffic Accident with Injury: 3 CONTRIBUTORS: Traffic Accident with Property Damage Only: 1 Alarm: 7 Marianne Novak Civil Matter: 3 Animal Complaint: 1 Anita Johnson HLPOA Admin Call: 3 Suspicious Person/Vehicle: 4 Rev. Kevin Thompson Harassment: 2 Lockout: 4 Lynn Forsgren Domestic Violence: 1 Traffic Complaint: 1 HLCS Inc. is an independent business entity separate from Parking Complaint: 2 the HLPOA, their staff, the Conservancy Board, Fire Dis- Traffic Stops: 11 trict, Trustees and/or POA Board members. Though we Assist Other Agency: 1 are tightly linked by our common interest in improving Deceased Person: 1 the HL Community, the views and opinions expressed by Fraud: 2 HLCS are entirely our own and should not be confused Disturbance: 1 with opinions, policies or views of others. All articles submitted to HLCS, including meeting minutes, are subject to editing to accommodate space limitations and we make every effort to publish in their entirety. HLCS is a non-profit 501(c)(4) corporation and as such we rely on revenue created by the sale of advertising in the yearly Heritage Lake Telephone Directory and the monthly Commercial / Business Ads in the Heritage Lake HIGHLIGHTS newsletter. Please patronize our advertisers! Printed copies of the HIGHLIGHTS are available in the Blue Box Dispensers located at: 1. entrance to the HLPOA Clubhouse 2. entrance to the Marina 3. entrance to LH Park 4. by the drive off area at the bottom of the Gettysburg hill If empty contact HLCS (317-766-4118). The HIGHLIGHTS can also be found online at our web site www.HLCS.Online as well as the HLPOA Website http://heritagelakepoa.com/ under Newsletters. [email protected] or be dropped off at the Clubhouse 2 WWW.HLCS.ONLINE ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ JULY The birth flower of July: Larkspur & Water Lily

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Happy Independence Day! This month I will speak about boating rules and lake safety. All individuals navigating a boat on Heritage Lake have been re- quired to pass our boating test that promotes safety. This is an open book test that is not designed for failure. The thought behind an open book test is that if you do not know an answer, in hopes you will review the booklet for the correct answer, and therefore retain this information to apply when boating. Sounds pretty simple, doesn’t it? This year, I have challenged Lake Security to step up their game and begin stopping watercraft to perform “Safety Checks”. Also, when witnessing a lake violation, and while addressing the violation, do a safety check at that time also. When in violation, Lake Security has an app on their phone that will gather information that is sent directly to me for re- view for fines and suspensions to be issued. What I do not un- der-stand is how we can look back on the test one has taken and passed, the same question that is violated when boating. Some of the simplest rules are continued to be violated. If you are planning on boating into the evening, you better know when sunset is and have your lights on and at idle speed. Also, not enough life vest for everyone on board is another. These are simple rules to follow, and if violated can cost you $$ along with a suspension off of the water. Oh… and by the way, when intoxicated, this can also cost you $250 and 30 days off the lake, along with a trip to jail and a suspension of your license. Let’s play nicely and boat safely. Tennis/Pickle Ball Courts to be resurfaced & updated in July! Soon after the Feast, Ski n Fun event on July 15, we’re moving forward with resurfacing the courts! Included will be 2 perma- nent Pickle Ball courts, the Tennis court will provide for 2 other temporary Pickle Ball courts. Resurfacing and installation will take an estimated 2-3 days and will require an additional week of down time to allow the surface to cure. Thank you, Ken Rozelle HLPOA Manager 4 WWW.HLCS.ONLINE ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ JULY \"Some of the best memories are made in flip-flops.\" Kellie Elmore

Unapproved minutes of the HLPOA Board of Directors meeting . The HLPOA Board meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 PM. at the Clubhouse & open to all Heritage Lake POA members in good standing. The Board Meeting agenda includes a forum that allows members to express their views to the Board. ALL MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. The POA official and approved minutes can be obtained and read at the POA Office or on the HLPOA Website. Heritage Lake Property Owners Association, Inc. HLNAC- Jan Sallee reported that they are hard at work getting Board of Directors Board Meeting June 12, 2023 ready for the Boat Poker Run on August 12th. Flyers will be posted at the Clubhouse, Marina, and online very soon! The Attending: Paul Forbes, Sumer Ramsey, Rick Stevens, Dennis cost did go up to $30 per person this year. Safety is a concern Barrow, Jeff Blaydes, Nina Stebbins, Alyssa Borchak & Rick for this event. They are asking for at least 4-6 people availa- Miller. Staff Attending: Ken Rozelle & Jenna McDermed. ble to help at each dock host to keep the traffic flowing. Jan also wanted to announce there were two $1000 scholarships Paul Forbes called the meeting to order at 7:00pm. for the Charlie Beard Memorial Scholarship fund. The first Pledge of Allegiance one was Addison Stevens who graduated from Cascade High Announcements: School and will be attending Ball State for Elementary Educa- Clear Creek Conservancy- No report tion and the other was presented to Ethan Harcourt, a South Putnam High School graduate, who will be attending Wabash Floyd Township Fire Department- The department had 32 College for Business Management. runs in the month of May (20% increase from last year). The department had their first fire fatality (two lives lost). As a POA Security- There was a total of 48 calls for the month of reminder for the fireworks celebration on July 1st the road May. Lake security had a total of 15 violations- 6 level ones from exit 67 across the dam to exit 1 will be closed around and 9 level threes. 5pm. Pedestrians and golf cart traffic allowed. The firework Garden Club- No report show was enlarged last year and they need more room to set- Presentation of the Agenda: up so this is why the road has to be closed. No additions Neighborhood Watch- No report however, Ken did want to Presentation of the Minutes: report on behalf of Project Lifesaver (Neighborhood Watch raised money and purchased the equipment that is here at May 8, 2023 Board Meeting Minutes and May 22, 2023 Oper- the lake). On May 16th, a call came in reporting a missing 80- ations Meeting Minutes both approved as submitted, 8/0 (AJ year-old male. Project Lifesaver was notified and proceeded Stafford absent). to stop by the office for the equipment and headed towards Treasurers Report: the scene. The deputies that arrived first spoke with the fami- Dennis Barrow reported that the accrued income for May was ly to see where he was last seen and they all agreed he proba- $328,208.93 and total expenses were $154,974.71 leaving a bly did not cross the road as there was water, mud, and tall net income of $173,234.22. grass. The group headed in the opposite direction and spread out through the field. When Darcey & Chris Shafer arrived As of May 31st, our short- term cash (checking account) bal- from Project Lifesaver the transmitter was signaling them in ance was $1,010,414.79 & total CD and money market invest- the opposite direction (across the road). The individual was ments were at $209,801.40 for a total of $1,220,216.19. located safely and within minutes. Please if you have anyone Board Committee Reports: that might benefit from this program have them reach out to A&E- At the May 18th A & E meeting, the committee approved Chris at 317-341-5630. As a reminder this is at no cost and can really save lives for those inclined to wander whether it a pavilion, a new home, 2 boat lifts, a deck, 2 non waterfront be due to dementia or autism. fences, and a covered porch. 74 Gettysburg tree complaint was addressed at the June 6th meeting and will be discussed HLCS- Rick Miller reported that HLCS is a proud sponsor of later in the meeting tonight. Feast & Ski again this year! July 6: National Fried Chicken Day JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 5

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Unapproved minutes of the HLPOA Board of Directors meeting . The HLPOA Board meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 PM. at the Clubhouse & open to all Heritage Lake POA members in good standing. The Board Meeting agenda includes a forum that allows members to express their views to the Board. ALL MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. The POA official and approved minutes can be obtained and read at the POA Office or on the HLPOA Website. Campground- Rick Stevens reported that the Campground has nice selection for lunch. submitted a renewal for the entertainment at the Algae treatment for June will be tomorrow, the 13th and two Campground. The permit is pending as there was a violation weeks later on June 27th. Hopefully the lake will be in great with the fire extinguisher being on the wrong type of bracket- shape for the Holiday weekend. this has been corrected. They will be back on June 15th to let them know if the issue has been corrected and the permit can Assessments, for the 106 property owners that have not paid their assessments this year totals $36,570, your account will be be approved. Next meeting will be June 17th at 10am to dis- turned over to collections on August 1st. At that time a lien will cuss cleanliness of campsites. also be placed on your property. This gives you 48 days to Clean Up- Jeff Blaydes reported that the Clean Up Committee make that payment. would like to thank all of the community members, Ken Rozelle, Sherriff Baugh, along with the trustees, and Charlie Lastly, Sahm’s lease agreement for May and for YTD. May Land for all of your help in making the first clean sweep and 2023 payment was $10,751. A $265 increase from May 2022. YTD through May has been $27,298, compared to the same tox drop a success. time last year at $20,832. That is also a $6,466 increase YTD. Government- No report however, Paul wanted to let everyone This has been a nice investment for the community. The more know that the Board and POA are working with the County on you support, the more this number grows and comes back to the roads in Jefferson Valley. Hopefully there will be a resolu- the POA. tion soon. Lake- Rick Miller reported on behalf of the Lake Committee that they were able to reimburse the POA for the maintenance Old Business: boat motor that had to be purchased. The Lake Committee is A. 211 Mill Springs A & E Variance (1st vote)- It was recom- currently working on Feast & Ski and possibly some new fishing mended by McCullough Excavating and the Siltation com- rules for next year. mittee to allow 24 feet cove width in order for the barge to be Clean Water- No report but, Ken did ask Phil McKinley when able to clean out the cove. The owner was able to reconstruct he thought we should get the water samples in for this year. the proposed project to make that happen and also obtained He recommended to do earlier in the year this year. signatures from the other neighbors in the cove stating they would approve of the project being requested. Long- Term Planning/HLEPT- No report The variance for 211 Mill Springs was approved as presented Siltation- No report 8/0 (AJ Stafford absent). Second vote will be at the July 10th Board Meeting. Election- No report Managers’ Report: B. 243 Lincoln Hills A & E Variance- As discussed previously, Ken reported that the Marina boat registration is off to a great the owners were building a screened in porch without having start. As of today, there has been 991 motorized boats regis- footers. The Board requested the owners to hire an engineer tered and 1591 non- motorized boats. That is a lot of boat to look at the project and make a recommendation on what stickers so please make sure you all respect and share the wa- could be done to make the structure structurally sound and ter with everyone. equivalent to placing footers. The Board has received this re- The pool has been off to a great start also. We have sold 130 port back and is satisfied. The report will stay in the property adult cards, 50 youth, and 50 punch cards. Even if you do not file and carry over to any future new owner as the engineer is want to swim, stop by the concession stand and you’ll find a backing the work. (Continued on page 9) “Life without liberty is like a body without spirit.” Kahlil Gibran JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 7

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Unapproved minutes of the HLPOA Board of Directors meeting . The HLPOA Board meeting is held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 PM. at the Clubhouse & open to all Heritage Lake POA members in good standing. The Board Meeting agenda includes a forum that allows members to express their views to the Board. ALL MEMBERS ARE ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND. The POA official and approved minutes can be obtained and read at the POA Office or on the HLPOA Website. (Continued from page 7) The Board voted via email to approve the variance, but con- results from June 1st. The Board wasn’t aware of the outcome ducted the vote in person for the record. The variance for of the drive. 243 Lincoln Hills was approved as presented 8/0 (AJ Stafford absent). Jan Sallee GB69- On behalf of HLNAC, Jan is pleased with the Boat Poker Run safety rule created. She thinks it will tremen- New Business: dously help with water safety on that day. A. 74 Gettysburg Tree Complaint- Paul was present at the A & Diane Talbert GB309- Diane had heard there might be cross- E Committee when issue was discussed. The issue at hand is walks installed on Heritage Drive and wanted some more infor- there was a row of trees planted that is interpreted to act like mation. The Board is unaware of this. They don’t see a need a fence. This is a waterfront property and there is concern that as there are no trails that cross Heritage Drive. Ken said there these trees will block the view of the water. It is the hope of would have to be signage posted in each direction before a the A & E Committee that the two owners will resolve the issue crosswalk warning drivers, but nobody is aware of this taking at hand themselves. place. B. Employee Retention Tax Credit- The Board has discussed Meeting adjourned at 8:02 pm this opportunity. Paul and Ken were made aware that the POA would possibly be eligible for funds provided under this pro- gram. The POA has hired an experienced attorney in this field at no cost (they will collect a portion of funds issued, but no money up front). The decision was made based on that and we anticipate receiving funds within the next 6-8 weeks. C. Pool Water Heater Emergency Expense- This was discussed via email since it was an emergency. Prior to the pool opening, the heater had stopped working. The cost was $3920 and it was purchased, replaced, and was up and running prior to the pool opening. The pool water heater expense was approved 8/0 (AJ Stafford absent) D. Boat Poker Run- Due to the safety of boaters during the Boat Poker Run it was mentioned to possibly put some re- strictions on the lake during the time of the event. The water became very rough last year while the Boat Poker Run was go- ing on due to tubers, skiers, etc. The Board voted to prohibit all towable water sports and surf- ers (unless it’s an emergency) from 12-4pm on August 12th dur- ing the Boat Poker Run and was approved 8/0 (AJ Stafford ab- sent). Open Forum: Diane Talbert GB309- Diane inquired about the blood drive July 9: National Sugar Cookie Day JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 9

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“See a need, fill a need.” Mel Brooks as Bigwell, Robots (2005) JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 11

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“Liberty, once tasted, is an incurable addiction. “ Richelle E. Goodrich JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 13

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July 14: National Mac & Cheese Day JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 15

16 WWW.HLCS.ONLINE ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ JULY Take it easy, don’t rush things. Half the year is gone, but hey, welcome July.

July’s Fireworks Heritage Heartland Homemakers By Lynn Forsgren By Sandra Tindall Heritage Lake Book Club It seems impossible that half the year has Marianne Novak and Kathy Wass hosted By passed already. Our gardens will soon be in full our June meeting, serving tortellini sal- bloom. ad, hummus and crackers, sandwiches, Marianne Novak brownies, cinnamon strudel cake and To celebrate that fact and gardens in general, drinks. We had a successful garage sale Did you know that lung capacity is the the club will host a garden walk for our July in May and are busy planning our break- No. 1 marker of longevity and that the meeting. On Thursday, July 13, we will gather in fast fundraiser at the lake in July. We nose is the filter of air? Carol taught us the clubhouse parking lot and carpool to Avon voted to donate some of our earnings to this and so much more. Then she Gardens. Please join us for a pleasant morning the Hoosier Burn Camp, the Charlie demonstrated proper breathing tech- of exploring over 5 acres of gardens, a little Beard Scholarship program at Heritage niques. She walked us through James shopping perhaps, and then lunch at Opa's. This Lake and Rescued Treasures Resale Nestor’s breathing exercises as we dis- event is open to the public and it crossed my Shop, which provides vouchers to fami- cussed Breath. Our rating was 3.6. mind that kids might enjoy participating in this lies who need assistance feeding their little exploration. If you are looking for some- pets. We are making club t-shirts and We welcomed a new member, Debbie thing to do with the kiddos, please join us. are excited to show them off next Stonehouse. Opa's has a kids menu if you can stay for lunch. month! We will meet at our usual time of 9:30am and Our next book club is again the date is Thursday, July 13. No reserva- Please stop by our fantastic homemade July 12 at 1:30 P.M. at tions are required. Just the pleasure of your breakfast fundraiser at the clubhouse on the Clubhouse. We’ll company. July 8th between 8:00-11:00! be discussing The Long Petal of the Sea by Isabel Allende. “Freedom is nothing else but a chance to be better.” Albert Camus JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 17

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“July is a blind date with summer.” Hal Borland JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 19

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CLEAR CREEK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT https://www.clearcreekdistrict.in.gov/ JUNE 15, 2023, MINUTES Kathy Deer provided a written report. Work is continuing on CLEAR CREEK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT the Endeavor agreement. The first construction invoices were submitted for the READI grant. The appointment for limited The Clear Creek Conservancy District board of directors met delegation authorization for the DLGF/SBOA Gateway is now JUNE 15, 2023, at 10 a.m. at the district’s office at the treat- an annual appointment. There are 1,622 account locations, ment plant. with five connections added to the billing system – LH101, GB351, GB216, JV036, and MS642. The Apr/May sewer bills Directors Present: J. Duane Kelly are due today, June 15. There were 33 liens prepared for sig- nature and filing. Jerry D. Wood Chris Schubert Director Not Present: None Also attending: Doug Clodfelter, Wastewater Treatment Op- The owner of 319 Gettysburg has offered to purchase 320 erator and Operations Manager; Kathy Deer, Administrative Gettysburg from the district. Chris Schubert moved to ap- and Financial Manager; Lori Young, Curry & Associates Engi- prove the sale of 320 Gettysburg to the adjacent landowner. neering; Bill Whalen, NFP Insurance; Jim Hazelwood. Jerry Wood seconded. Vote unanimous. Doug Clodfelter provided a written report. McCullough has Bill Whalen reviewed the 2023 insurance renewal and the completed adding rip rap to the shoreline along the dam and causeway. BL Anderson performed the annual calibration on cost increases. The upgrades to the treatment plant will be the effluent flow meter. The spare pump, face plate and lift- added to the coverage at the 2024 renewal. Insurance on the ing bail for LS M6 or M7 have been received from Straeffer dam/spillway will be investigated. Doug Clodfelter provided Pump & Supply. A new impeller for one of the pumps in LS copies of the MacAllister quote for repairs to the generator M7 was also received. On 5/27/23, a Pump 2 failure alarm at that had a fire in the wiring. The quote was for $29,301.09 to LS V2 was received. It was reset but tripped again and Mi- repair the generator so Bill Whalen will submit an insurance chael determined it was a starter contact failing intermittent- claim. The inspection of the generator cost $2,880.00. The ly. On 5/29/23, another Pump 2 alarm at LS G5 was received board requested Doug obtain a quote for a new generator due to pulling high amps. The pump was reversed to clear along with an estimated delivery date. the rags. The pump was then returned to normal rotation and the amps came down to normal range. A ½ Hp sump Lori Young reviewed some pipework issues found during con- pump has been installed with a timer in LS V4 to mix the struction that will result in a change order for the contract. In wastewater, add a little oxygen, reduce hydrogen sulfide, and addition to pipework to tie into the existing chlorine struc- keep floating grease from forming on the surface of the wet ture, there may be additional cost if core drilling is required. well and float switches. Also, the sludge loading pit had to be moved adding approxi- The next regular meeting will be held at 10 a.m. on July 20, mately 30’ of 8” sludge line. The board concurred with the 2023, at the district’s office at the treatment plant. proposed changes. Once details are worked out, Change Or- der No. 1 will be submitted to the board for approval. The Approved by the Board of Directors on July 20, 2023. next construction progress meeting will be at 9 am on Friday, July 14, 2023. Chris Schubert moved to approve the minutes of the May meeting. Jerry Wood seconded. Vote unanimous. The board was provided a detailed financial report for the month ending May 31, 2023. Jerry Wood moved to approve the Register of Claims, May 19, 2023, through June 15, 2023. Chris Schubert seconded. Vote unanimous. \"America is a tune. It must be sung together.\" Gerald Stanley Lee JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 21

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FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Consider the Birds everything in and make it clean- a God that can make even death nontoxic,” How awesome are those turkey vultures After years of missing my feathered friends, I cleaning up our roads! recently hung some feeders back up. I had I think God is trying to teach me something in every creature forgotten how much I enjoyed watching their that runs, crawls, and flies through my yard. Perhaps only to antics; the hummers darting back and forth say “Kathy, stop and wonder at my creation.” feeder. and the noisy woodpeckers rocking the suet Pastor Burrell writes “when Jesus called us to consider the birds, none of his followers had a life list or a biology degree I marvel at the variety of God’s creations, their intricate mark- either, let alone a pair of binoculars. Instead, he wanted us to ings, and colorations. One look at a Piliated woodpecker and understand redemptive love, trusting faith, and unshakable you know that our God has a sense of humor. hope, and sometimes he used our feathered friends to illus- But besides the many varied species, colors, and calls, it’s their trate. Sparrows show us God’s providence (Luke 12:6-7), ra- unique behaviors that fascinate me. And in that way, they can vens teach us to trust (Luke 12:24, and hens show us a savior’s point out facets of their creator. emotional compassion (Luke 13:34).” Kevin Burrell, pastor of Stonebridge Church Community in So, friends, take a moment out of your busy life and ‘consider Charlotte, North Carolina has a site called Ornitheology.com. the birds’. You might be surprised in what they may teach you. Burrell says, “I wish I could take credit for such a fun word, but it was actually penned by the great theologian and heavy- Kathy Thompson and her editor-hubby, Pastor Kevin weight-champion birder John Stott, in his book, ‘The Birds, Our are your neighbors on Heritage Lake. canaancommu- Teachers’. nity.org Burrell says “Like all creation, the birds have something to say about truth, beauty, and a crazy creative God. I’m convinced that, to remain sane and grounded on this planet, every one of us should make some sort of attentive effort to some aspect of God’s creation. You might pick astronomy, gardening, fungus, whatever. I chose birds, perhaps because it seemed to be a Savior-sanctioned hobby: “look at the birds of the air!” (Matthew 6:26).” I’m with Pastor Burrell. I can’t help but be in an attitude of praise when I’m eating my breakfast whilst being serenaded by a chorus of beautiful birdsong. The variety is endless! When God created birds, he didn’t make one and say, “that’s done, on to the next type of creature.” No, he went on and created over 10,000 different species with more than 413 right here in Indiana. We have the delicate and sparkling Ruby Throated Humming- bird as well as the majestic Bald Eagle and everything in be- tween. I think of myself as a creative person, but I can’t imag- ine designing each and every unique detail of those 10,000 species. God can also be found in another of Indiana’s species, yet we don’t categorize it in the same league as the hummingbird or the eagle…but maybe we should. Debbie Blue a founding pas- tor at House of Mercy in St. Paul, Minnesota wrote a book “Consider the Birds: A Provocative Guide to Birds of the Bible.” In it she writes a vulture is a symbol for “a God that can take Fourth Sunday in July: National Parent’s Day JULY ǀ HL HIGHLIGHTS Copyright© 2023 ǀ WWW.HLCS.ONLINE 23

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