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Hamtramck public meetings in 2023

28 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 12, 2023

December 12, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Public hearing on zoning text amendments for residential standards and review process

The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on proposed zoning ordinance updates that would allow more housing types and streamline development reviews. The consent agenda includes approval of invoices totaling $241,043.19, pre-approved expenditures of $608,289.81, and a resolution to add $907,500 for alley repaving. Presentations include the FY 2022-2023 audit and a year-in-review from Hennessy Engineering.

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✓ Decided: Council approves honorary naming of Holbrook Street as Palestine Avenue

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including water main work and lead service line replacements. They also authorized the purchase of ALPR cameras and approved zoning ordinance text amendments. A vote passed to honorarily name a section of Holbrook Street as Palestine Avenue.

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Tue Nov 28, 2023

November 28, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on buying 2963 Council for DPW expansion

The Hamtramck City Council will consider approving a purchase agreement for 2963 Council, a property adjacent to the future DPW headquarters. The consent agenda includes approval of $139,684.08 in invoices, $361,872.53 in pre-approved expenditures, a street closure for the Paczki Run on February 10, 2024, and cancellation of the December 26, 2023 meeting. A presentation on the Redevelopment Ready Communities program will also be given.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves purchase of 2963 Council

The City Council approved the purchase agreement for the property at 2963 Council. The council also approved replacements for boards and commissions and a street closure for the Paczki Run.

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Tue Nov 14, 2023

November 14, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Hamtramck Council to consider zoning text amendments and vacant property fee changes

The Hamtramck City Council will hold a public hearing on the second reading of an ordinance amendment that escalates fees for foreclosed, vacant, or abandoned properties, including lots, with revenue for community development. The Council will also hold the first reading of zoning text amendments to allow accessory dwelling units, reduce minimum floor area requirements, and streamline review processes. Consent agenda items include approval of $269,876.73 in invoices and $1,906,730.77 in pre-approved expenditures. A resolution awarding Hennessey Engineers for the Joseph Campau Water Main design and construction is also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves water main construction and EMS services contract

The City Council approved several infrastructure projects, including water main construction on Joseph Campau and a 2024 design proposal. The council also authorized a contract for EMS transport services and the sale of a city property.

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Tue Oct 24, 2023

October 24, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider Gaza ceasefire resolution, $800K police VR grant

The Hamtramck City Council will vote on a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, accept a $800,000 federal grant for police de-escalation training using virtual reality, and award a $120,680 design contract for Caniff Avenue reconstruction from Joseph Campau to Conant. The consent agenda includes approval of over $1 million in invoices and $362,880 in pre-approved expenditures. A proclamation honoring Richard Dobek and a Halloween proclamation are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Hamtramck City Council approves ceasefire resolution and infrastructure projects

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The council also authorized a design proposal for Caniff Avenue reconstruction and a contract for the firehouse roof replacement.

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Tue Oct 10, 2023

October 10, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council will vote on reducing lot prices to $5,000 in northwest neighborhood

The Hamtramck City Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, consent agenda items, and several new business items. Key decisions include a resolution to lower the price of vacant residential lots on Dequindre, Dyar, Grand Haven, and Woodland streets from $10,000 to $5,000 to spur development in the northwest neighborhood. The council will also consider purchasing firefighting breathing apparatuses for $17,518 and renewing workers' compensation excess insurance.

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✓ Decided: Hamtramck City Council approves early voting plan and equipment purchases

City Council approved an early voting plan and the purchase of several pieces of equipment, including a sewer cleaner and breathing apparatuses. The council also approved the first reading of an ordinance amendment regarding foreclosed, vacant, or abandoned property.

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Tue Sep 26, 2023

September 26, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on rezoning five Lumpkin parcels for industrial use

The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading on rezoning five parcels on Lumpkin Street from Residential to Industrial to allow the Metropolitan Bakery Expansion project. The council will also consider approving a general liability insurance policy contract, reappointing Frances Sims to the Housing Commission, and approving a consent agenda including over $1.9 million in expenditures. Several proclamations (Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Fire Prevention Week, Polish American Heritage Month, Yemeni Revolution) and the Downtown Development Authority 2022 annual report will be presented.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Lumpkin rezoning and Metropolitan Baking site plan

The City Council approved a rezoning amendment for Lumpkin and a site plan for the expansion of Metropolitan Baking. The council also authorized the purchase of AEDs and a cooling unit for the IT room, and approved a general liability insurance contract.

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Tue Sep 12, 2023

September 12, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider rezoning 5 Lumpkin parcels from residential to industrial

The City Council will hold a public hearing and second reading of the Minority or Ethnic Intimidation Ordinance, and consider first reading of a rezoning of five parcels on Lumpkin Street from Residential to Industrial for the Metropolitan Bakery Expansion. The council will also vote on consent agenda items including approval of invoices totaling $631,661.60 and pre-approved expenditures of $3,967,468.77. Additionally, there is a resolution to purchase mini-split cooling units for the council chambers for $17,184 and to authorize city-wide sidewalk sales on October 6-7, 2023.

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✓ Decided: City Council removes Karen Majewski from Downtown Development Authority

The City Council removed Karen Majewski from the DDA and approved a Minority or Ethnic Intimidation Ordinance. The council also authorized the sale of city properties via public silent auction and approved new stop signs. Several requests for cooling units and ALPR cameras were denied.

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Tue Aug 22, 2023

August 22, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to award $618K in engineering contracts for roads, alleys, lead lines

The Hamtramck City Council will vote on awarding three design and construction observation contracts to Hennessey Engineers for alley reconstruction ($107,250), road resurfacing ($338,000), and lead service line replacement ($172,500). The council will also consider accepting a $300,000 DNR grant to renovate an ADA-accessible restroom and drinking fountain at Veterans Park/Hamtramck Stadium. Additional items include proclamations for Ukrainian Independence Day and Labor Day, and presentations by summer youth programs.

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✓ Decided: Council approves infrastructure contracts and updates city ordinances

City Council approved several design and construction contracts with Hennessey Engineers for roads, alleys, and lead service lines. The council also passed amendments to the Dangerous or Abandoned Building and Parking Regulations ordinances.

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Tue Jul 25, 2023

July 25, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider allowing plastic water service pipes

The Hamtramck City Council will hold a public hearing on an amendment to Chapter 51.004 of the city code to allow plastic pipe material with grounding rods as an approved water service line material. The council will also consider consent agenda items including approval of the July 11 minutes, an invoice register of $508,253.27, and preapproved expenditures of $839,945.95. Presentations are scheduled on parking revenues and the MERS pension system.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves road resurfacing extension and property purchase

City Council approved a contract extension for the road resurfacing program and the purchase of 3441 Evaline. The council also passed several MERS pension plan amendments and approved various equipment purchases for the Department of Public Services.

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Tue Jul 11, 2023

July 11, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to discuss property tax increase proposal

The Hamtramck City Council will discuss a property tax increase proposal brought forward by Councilman Hassan. Under the consent agenda, the Council will consider approving $157,725.31 in invoices and $113,271.34 in pre-approved expenditures, a street closure for the Labor Day Festival, cancellation of the August 8 meeting due to the primary election, and three charter amendment proposals for the November ballot.

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✓ Decided: Council approves city charter amendments and removes Human Relations Commission members

The City Council approved several proposed amendments to the Hamtramck City Charter and authorized the purchase of a DPS utility vehicle. The council removed two members from the Human Relations Commission and rescinded that commission's authority to fly flags on city property. A proposal to install new windows at City Hall was denied.

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Tue Jun 27, 2023

June 27, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on fourth quarter budget amendments and water pipe ordinance

The Hamtramck City Council will consider several new business items, including approving fourth quarter budget amendments for FY 2022-23, amending the city code to allow plastic water service pipes with grounding rods, and appointing UHY as auditors for 2023-2027. The consent agenda includes approval of invoices totaling $653,329.25, pre-approved expenditures of $150,865.76, and appointments to boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: Hamtramck City Council approves budget amendments and new street sweeper

The City Council approved the 2022-23 fourth quarter budget amendments and the purchase of a street sweeper truck. The council also modified general provisions governing the City Council, including new limits on emailed public comments. Several service contracts and board appointments were approved.

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Tue Jun 13, 2023

June 13, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider neutrality resolution, property sale, and $1.84M in invoices

The Hamtramck City Council will discuss a resolution affirming neutrality toward residents, consider a development and sale agreement for 2407 Danforth Street, and approve a consent agenda including $1,839,463.49 in invoices, $156,327.72 in pre-approved expenditures, appointments, street closures, and health insurance renewal.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves various contracts and denies street sweeper purchase

The City Council approved several resolutions including a property sale at 2407 Danforth Street and a contract for tasers from Axon Enterprise, Inc. A resolution to purchase a new street sweeper truck for the Department of Public Services was denied. The council also approved a settlement for Luqman.

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Tue May 23, 2023

May 23, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on conditional site plan for 8902 Joseph Campau mixed-use building

The council will decide on conditional approval of a site plan for a mixed-use building at 8902 Joseph Campau with two commercial units and 12 residential units. They will also hear a presentation from Flock Safety on license plate reader cameras and consider terminating a lawn service contract with Xpert Lawn and Snow and awarding it to BCL Contractors. The consent agenda includes approval of invoices totaling $859,840.20 and preapproved expenditures of $111,404.21.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves site plans and new Fire Department vehicles

City Council approved three site plans for properties on Joseph Campau, Gallagher, and McDougall. The council also authorized the purchase of two fire department vehicles and the termination of a lawn and snow contract.

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Tue May 9, 2023

May 9, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Public hearing and vote on Hamtramck's 2023-2024 budget

The City Council will hold a second reading and public hearing on Ordinance 2023-01, the General Appropriations Ordinance for fiscal year 2023-2024, which sets the budget, millage rates, and fee schedule. Council may then adopt the budget. The consent agenda includes approval of $416,838.72 in invoices and $53,735.96 in pre-approved expenditures, along with a resolution to temporarily waive permit fees for a city-wide garage sale on May 20-21.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves 2023-2024 General Appropriations Ordinance

The City Council approved the 2023-2024 General Appropriations Ordinance following a public hearing. Additionally, the council authorized the purchase of four utility trucks for the Department of Public Services.

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Tue Apr 25, 2023

April 25, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to adopt $33.6M water/sewer plan, apply for state pension grant

The Hamtramck City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a final project planning document for $33.6 million in drinking water and wastewater system improvements, including lead service line replacement and sewer relief. The council will also vote on a consent agenda approving $2.96 million in invoices and a street closure for the St. Florian Strawberry Festival. New business includes authorizing the city manager to apply for the Protecting Michigan Pension Grant.

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✓ Decided: Hamtramck City Council approves water system planning and new city holidays

The City Council approved a final project planning document for drinking water and wastewater system improvements. The council also designated Eid Al-Fitr and Eid Al-Adha as city recognized holidays and authorized the purchase of a new vehicle for Code Enforcement.

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Tue Apr 11, 2023

April 11, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting (6PM)

Rezoning of 12 parcels on Caniff from Residential to Mixed-Use to be considered

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider second reading of a rezoning for 12 parcels on the south side of Caniff (1944–2650 Caniff) from Residential (R) to Multi-Use (C2). The consent agenda includes approval of $161,545.11 in invoices and $160,869.49 in pre-approved expenditures, plus appointments to the Human Relations Commission, Downtown Development Authority, Arts and Culture Commission, and Planning Commission. New business includes a resolution for 2022-23 third quarter budget adjustments.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves rezoning of Caniff parcels to multi-use

The City Council approved the rezoning of multiple parcels on Caniff from residential to multi-use. Other actions included approving budget adjustments, the first reading of the 2023-2024 General Appropriations Ordinance, and the purchase of a street sweeper truck.

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Tue Apr 4, 2023

April 4, 2023 Budget Work Session (Canceled)

Budget work session canceled

The April 4, 2023 Budget Work Session for the City of Huntington Woods was canceled. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision. This notice was issued under the Michigan Open Meetings Act.

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Tue Mar 28, 2023

March 28, 2023 Budget Work Session (5:30PM)

Budget work session scheduled for March 28

This is a procedural notice for a budget work session of the City Council. No specific agenda items are listed beyond general budget discussion.

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Tue Mar 28, 2023

March 28, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting (6PM)

Council to consider sale of 3269 Jacob Street for $10,000 for residential development

The City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing a development agreement with Jamal Ezzi Jawany for the purchase and residential development of 3269 Jacob Street for $10,000. They will also consider approving an animal sheltering agreement with the Michigan Humane Society for $7,200 annually, which no longer covers emergency care. The consent agenda includes approving a $441,666.65 invoice register, an appointment to the Arts and Culture Commission, an amendment to a tax exemption certificate for Shilman Silk Shop LLC at 9350 Joseph Campau, and a resolution to rescind ballot proposals pending revised language. The meeting also includes public comment and routine procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Hamtramck City Council approves animal sheltering and property agreements

City Council approved an animal sheltering agreement with the Michigan Humane Society and the sale of 3269 Jacob Street. The council also accepted a FY2022 Community Project Funding Grant and approved a settlement for Bond V. Hamtramck.

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Tue Mar 21, 2023

March 21, 2023 Budget Work Session

City Council will discuss the 2023 municipal budget

The Hamtramck City Council will hold a budget work session on March 21, 2023. The meeting is scheduled for 6:00‑7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The session is designated as a discussion of the city’s budget. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed in the notice.

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Tue Mar 21, 2023

March 21, 2023 Special City Council Meeting

Council to appoint Abu Ahmed Musa to fill vacancy on Hamtramck City Council

The city council will vote on appointing Abu Ahmed Musa to fill a council vacancy, following procedure based on the 2021 election results. They will also consider approving a change order for the Caniff Phase 2 water main replacement project and routine consent agenda items including invoices and pre-approved expenditures. The meeting includes a presentation of the 2022 Planning & Zoning annual report and a community announcement about a federal economic development grant.

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✓ Decided: City Council appoints Abu Ahmed Musa to fill council vacancy

The City Council appointed Abu Ahmed Musa to the council and approved a settlement for Chowdhury and Denham Et. Al. V. City of Hamtramck. The council also authorized a street sweeping program plan and approved a site plan for 9531 Buffalo.

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Tue Mar 14, 2023

March 14, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider $33M water, sewer infrastructure plan

The City Council will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2023-30 adopting a project planning document for drinking water and wastewater system improvements, including lead service line replacement, water main replacements, and sewer relief phases. The total project costs are estimated at over $33 million. The council will also hear presentations on the city's annual audit, sewer relief project update, and annual reports from planning/zoning and beautification commissions.

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Tue Mar 7, 2023

March 7, 2023 (Canceled) Budget Work Session (Canceled)

The March 7, 2023, Budget Work Session was canceled

The scheduled budget work session for the City of Cohomi was canceled. No discussion or official business occurred during this time.

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Tue Feb 28, 2023

February 28, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to hear Joe Louis Greenway route options between Holbrook and Caniff

The council will receive an informational presentation on preliminary route options for the Hamtramck section of the Joe Louis Greenway, funded by a 2022 SEMCOG planning grant. In consent agenda items, the council is set to approve $1,312,813.58 in pre-approved expenditures, $100,351.66 in invoices, appointments of Gamal Alturki and Mohamed Alduais as alternate members to the Assessor's Board of Review, and acceptance of Miller Canfield's engagement letter for bond counsel related to sewer repair financing.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves property tax abatement and several city resolutions

The City Council approved a 4-year tax abatement for the Shilman Silk Shop LLC and accepted the resignation of Amanda Jaczkowski. The council also authorized a property sale to John DeAngelis and approved a CDBG subrecipient agreement with Wayne County. A contract for City Manager Max Garbarino was tabled until March 14, 2023.

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Tue Feb 14, 2023

February 14, 2023 Budget Process Overview

Council to discuss 2023 budget process and set priorities

This is a work session for the City Council to receive an overview of the 2023 budget process and to establish council priorities for the upcoming budget. No votes or decisions are expected; the session is for discussion and information only.

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Tue Feb 14, 2023

February 14, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on appointing Maxwell Garbarino as City Manager

The Hamtramck City Council will consider appointing Maxwell Garbarino as permanent City Manager and directing the city attorney to negotiate a contract. The council also will vote on several consent agenda items, including approving $703,326.70 in invoices and $321,087.12 in pre-approved expenditures, and a resolution to add $15,000 for three homes tied to the Sarah Garrett lawsuit. New business includes a resolution supporting a federal RAISE grant application for alley reconstruction using porous pavement to reduce flooding. The meeting will also receive annual reports from the Arts and Culture Commission, Code Enforcement, and Public Services, and proclamations for Bangladesh International Mother Language Day and Black History Month.

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✓ Decided: City Council appoints Maxwell Garbarino as City Manager

The City Council appointed Maxwell Garbarino as City Manager and approved several ballot language proposals for City Charter amendments. The council also authorized a first reading for rezoning on Caniff and established an accessible parking program.

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Tue Jan 24, 2023

January 24, 2022 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to vote on extending $750,000 state grant for alley improvements

The Hamtramck City Council will consider several consent agenda items, including resolutions to extend a $750,000 Michigan Economic Development Corporation grant for alley improvements and to approve an amendment decreasing NSP funding by about 5% from $950,000. They will also approve $72,351.47 in invoices and $398,318.22 in pre-approved expenditures. Additionally, the council will hear 2022 annual reports from the Police and Fire Departments and recognize community members.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves Caniff Street reconstruction contracts

The City Council approved contracts for the Caniff Street Reconstruction Project from Conant Street to Buffalo Street. The council also implemented recruitment incentives for the fire department and approved the 2023-24 budget calendar.

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Tue Jan 10, 2023

January 10, 2023 Regular City Council Meeting

Council to consider poverty exemption guidelines for property tax relief

The City Council will vote on Resolution 2023-02 establishing 2023 poverty exemption guidelines with income and asset tests for property tax relief. A public hearing will be held on amendments to the animal ordinance (Resolution 2022-160.1). The consent agenda includes approval of minutes, invoices totaling $321,001.71, pre-approved expenditures of $1,064,792.85, and appointments to boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves animal ordinance amendment and several 2023 resolutions

The City Council approved an amendment to the Hamtramck Animal Ordinance and accepted a 2023 American Rescue Plan grant. Other actions included updating the employee PTO policy and authorizing the sale of city properties via public silent auction.

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