HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-05-15 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
EDINA CITY COUNCIL
HELD AT CITY HALL
MAY 15, 2018
7:00 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Hovland called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.
11. ROLLCALL
Answering rollcall were Members Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart and Mayor Hovland.
III. MEETING AGENDA APPROVED AS PRESENTED
Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, to approve the agenda as
presented.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
IV. COMMUNITY COMMENT
Arnie Bigbee, 7621 Edinborough, congratulated the Council on its established goals and objectives for 2018-
2019. He said the Council reflected important goals for the City. Mr. Bigbee thanked the Council for making
the goals available for the community to read.
Mohammed Rasulberbiev, 7400 3rd Avenue, Richfield, noted he had presented an offer for the City-owned
land at 7500 Xerxes Avenue South. He outlined reasons why he should be given the opportunity to purchase
this property. Manager Neal explained that a sealed bid process would occur on June 12, 2018, for the
property.
Chris Hubert, 5845 Creek Valley Road, shared concerns regarding the lower fields at Edina High School
noise, traffic, speed, safety, and parking on their cul-de-sac. It was noted that staff would address traffic,
parking, and speed, but the property operation was under Edina Public Schools.
Jim Walsh, 5853 Creek Valley Road, referred to the Edina High School athletic fields problems with traffic
and speed and requested a better police presence.
Gene Persha, 6917 Cornelia Drive, stated he was not pleased with the Council's approval of the Guitar
Center site since in his opinion the structure was not an appropriate height for Edina.
V. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTED
Member Fischer a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, approving the consent agenda as
follows:
V.A. Approve minutes of May 1, 2018, Work Session meeting and May I, 2018, Regular
Council meeting
V.B. Receive payment of the following claims as shown in detail on pre-list dated April 26,
2018, and consisting of 27 pages: General Fund $234,670.95, Police Special Revenue
$6,982.31, Conservation & Sustainability $7,000.00, Working Capital Fund $14,379.57,
Equipment Replacement Fund $349.50, Art Center Fund $816.04, Golf Dome Fund
$5,002.92,Aquatic Center Fund $1,232.96, Golf Course Fund $6,626.20, Ice Arena Fund
$8,732.10, Sports Dome Fund $10,159.15, Edinborough Park Fund $15,019.60,
Centennial Lakes Park Fund $3,837.61, Liquor Fund $167,810.19, Utility Fund
$73,890.15, Storm Sewer Fund $630.04, Risk Mgmt ISF $297,614.99, PSTF Agency Fund
$4,728.44, HRA Administration $575.00, Centennial TIF District$29,103.41,South Dale
2 District $575.00, Payroll Fund $1,81 1.59: Total $891,547.72; and per pre-list dated
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May 3, 2018, consisting of 33 pages: General Fund $180,051.14, Police Special Revenue
$23,424.75, Working Capital Fund $30,123.59, Equipment Replacement Fund
$217,255.00, Art Center Fund $202.79, Golf Dome Fund $315.60, Aquatic Center Fund
$719.82, Golf Course Fund $22,066.71, Ice Arena Fund $27,758.75, Sports Dome Fund
$11.25, Edinborough Park Fund $5,960.42, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $224.52, Liquor
Fund $239,374.29, Utility Fund $34,147.47, Storm Sewer Fund $2,602.09, Risk Mgmt
ISF $331,323.47, PSTF Agency Fund $2,514.53, MN Task Force I Fund $5,889.36,
Centennial TIF District $1,029,274.74Total $2,153,240.29: and credit card transactions
dated February 27-March 26, 2018, and consisting of 19 pages: General Fund
$33,006.68, PIR Construction Fund, Equipment Replacement Fund $436.82,Art Center
Fund $126.87, Golf Dome Fund $82.64, Aquatic Center Fund $25.00, Golf Course Fund
$5,391.46, Ice Arena Fund $5,244.88, Sports Dome Fund $140.61, Edinborough Park
Fund $477.65, Centennial Lakes Park Fund $2,735.74, Liquor Fund $2,056.16, Utility
Fund $5,099.09, PSTF Agency Fund $1,514.87, MN Task Force I Fund $415.16,
Centennial TIF District $196.40: Total $56,950.03
V.C. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidder,
Midway Ford, 2018 Ford F 150 with Ecoboost Engine, $34,613.93
V.D. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidders,
EESCO, SCADA PLC and Panel View Upgrades, $36,937.20
V.E. Approve Request for Purchase, awarding the bid to the recommended low bidders,
Barr Engineering, Engineering Services for Lift Station #6, $35,000
V.F. Adopt Resolution No. 2018-46 Approving Quit Claim Deed with Southdale Office
Partners, LLC
V.G. Approve Traffic Safety Report of April 3, 2018
V.H. Adopt Resolution 2018-44 Public Health Emergency Preparedness Grant Agreement
V.I. Appoint Dena Soukup to the Community Health Commission with a partial term
ending 3/1/19.
V.J. Approve 2018 City Council Meeting Schedule Change
V.K. Approve Contract Addendum: Mid America Golf and Landscape
V.L. Approve Braemar Lease Agreement: Red River Kitchen
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VI. SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
VI.A. EDINA GIRLS HOCKEY TEAM 2018 STATE CHAMPIONS— RECOGNIZED
Mayor Hovland introduced the Edina High School girls hockey team and congratulated them on their 2018
State Championship. Team members included: Emily Oden, Brooke Tucker, Tella Jungels-Mallory
Uihlein, Lucy Bowlby, Eva Hendrikson, CC Bowlby, Savanna Atol, Loli Fidler, Megan Smith,
Hannah Chorske, Elli Strittmater, Olivia Swaim, Kristina Collins, Annie Kuehl, Bella Orthey, Aliyah
Lance, Maggie Dronen, and Sophia Doll, and coaches: Sami Reber, Edina Girls Hockey Head
Coach; Josh Reber, Edina Girls Hockey Assistant Coach; Ellie Lee, Edina Girls Hockey Assistant
Coach; andScott Ryerse, Edina Girls Hockey Assistant Coach.
VI.B. 2018 EMS WEEK—PROCLAIMED
Fire Chief Schmitz shared his pride in his staff for their response and delivery of emergency services to the
community and thanked the Council for the Proclamation. Member Stewart made a motion,
seconded by Member Brindle, adopting the proclamation declaring May 20-26, 2018, as 2018
EMS Week.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VI.C. 2018 NATIONAL POLICE WEEK PROCLAMATION—PROCLAIMED
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Mayor Hovland announced Peace Officers Memorial Day and referred to the ceremony held earlier in the
day that honored all members and thanked the Police Department for their service to the City.
Police Sergeant Aaron White thanked the Council for the Proclamation and recognized Wayzata Police
Department Officer William Matthews whose name was added to the memorial and Edina Officer Mike
Blood who was seriously injured during a bank robbery. He thanked everyone for their support of police
officers.
The Council thanked the members for their service and a round of applause was offered by the audience.
Member Staunton made a motion, seconded by Member Stewart, adopting the proclamation
declaring May 13-19 National Police Week.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VI.D. PRESEVERATION MONTH MAY 2018 AND 2018 EDINA HERITAGE AWARD —
PROCLAIMED
Member Stewart made a motion, seconded by Member Brindle, adopting the proclamation
declaring May 2018 as Preservation Month.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
Assistant Planner Bodecker presented the 2018 Edina Heritage Award to the Mueller family, shared photos
of their home at 6500 Parnell Avenue South and commended the Muellers for restoring their home to its
original condition. Mr. Mueller thanked the Council for the recognition and shared how pleased they were
to be residents of Edina. A round of applause was offered by the audience.
VI.E. 2018 NATIONAL PUBLIC WORKS WEEK—PROCLAIMED
Public Works Director Olson shared the 2018 National Public Works Week theme was the "Power of
Public Works" and recognized all staff who worked hard to provide clean water, dispose solid waste, build
roads and bridges and remove snow on roadways and invited the community to the Public Works Open
House on Saturday, May 19, 2018.
Member Fischer made a motion, seconded by Member Stewart, adopting the proclamation
declaring May 20-26, 2018, as 2018 National Public Works Week.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VI.F. RACE AND EQUITY FINAL REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS— RECEIVED
Jessi Kingston, Co-Chair of the Race and Equity Task Force, thanked the Council for their support of Edina's
Race and Equity initiative and requested adoption of the Task Force recommendations. She shared an
overview of the process used that included interviews and online surveys and shared the 2017 quality of life
survey results.
Co-Chair James Pierce said the report outlined 21 recommendations with key themes and reviewed a subset
of recommendations that included ensuring a feeling of belonging and the recommendation to name a future
facility after Beverly and Ellen Yancey. He said explained a demonstrated commitment and accountability to
eliminate racial inequities should include hiring a Race and Equity Manager who would ensure policies and
procedures that eliminated racial inequities and the creation of a resident oversight board.
Ms. Kingston shared best practices examples and the remaining evaluation process with an expectation of
the plan to go into practice by the year end. Mr. Pierce recognized all who participated in the process and
the City's goal to foster inclusivity. A round of applause was offered by the audience.
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The Council thanked the Task Force for their hard work and stressed how important this was to ensure
that all residents felt that they belonged in the community. Members Brindle, Fischer, Staunton,
Stewart and Mayor Hovland made a motion, seconded by Members Brindle, Fischer, Staunton,
Stewart and Mayor Hovland, to accept the Race and Equity Final Report and refer to staff for
further analysis with respect to recommendations made by the Taslc Force.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VII. PUBLIC HEARINGS
VII.A. ORDINANCE NO. 2018-09, RESOLUTION NOS. 2018-47 AND 2018-48: COMPREHENSIVE
PLAN AMENDMENT AND PRELIMINARY REZONING WITH PRELIMINARY
DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR FRANCE EQUITIES LLC, 7250 FRANCE AVENUE -
POSTPONED
Community Development Director Presentation
Community Development Director Teague said France Equities LLC was requesting redevelopment of the
1.68-acre parcel at 7250 France Avenue that included a 6-7-story, 135-unit apartment with 320 underground
parking spaces, 20% of the units would meet the affordable housing requirement, and retail and office space
of 19,000 square feet. He explained that 35 surface parking spaces would be for the retail use and the
project would be sustainable with pedestrian and vehicular access proposed to the lot to the north (7200
France) with an amenity terrace and pool. He outlined the site plan, closest residential properties, zoning,
and sketch plan revisions that included an increased setback on France Avenue on the west side and a
walkway. Mr. Teague noted Hennepin County was not allowing City access but the applicant was willing to
dedicate an easement for future access should the City acquire it and would still construct the woonerf. He
commented on the traffic study which noted no necessary road improvement at this time and that parking
was adequate as well. Mr. Teague outlined building materials and explained the primary issue was whether
the Comprehensive Plan amendment regarding density was reasonable and justified the PUD rezoning of the
site.
The Council asked questions regarding the Greater Southdale Working Group comments and the access of
France Avenue. Mr. Teague shared the Working Group's concerns with the 50-foot setback and the way
the building covered the pedestrian and roadway connection which had been addressed as well as the
stepped-in sixth story to address the mass feel of the building towards the residential homes and explained
the County's unwillingness to provide additional access due to spacing of stoplights to the south.
Applicant Presentation
Dean Dovolis, DJR Architects, highlighted the regional bikeway accommodations and commented if
Hennepin County continued to limit access it would result in a different vision of France Avenue. He
explained how they attempted to create smaller blocks and connectivity and were limited in the number of
stories due to materials. He said they wanted to incorporate affordable housing units into the scope and
include a bike shop for bikeway and pedestrian traffic but would not go all the way to 72nd Street. He
described underground parking that allowed for additional retail in the future, reviewed selected materials,
and the green roof component.
The Council inquired about the extent of stucco, the affordable housing component that satisfied the City
policy based on height, mid-block connections, and ways to engage dialogue again with Hennepin County.
Mr. Dovolis said they chose 20%affordable units because it provided a broader breadth of opportunity. Mr.
Neal noted the County was open to the easement in late 2014 but with staff changes had since changed their
direction. The Council inquired asked about safety of the existing parking structure. Mr. Teague said the
parking ramp was in poor condition and may be closed to parking access yet this summer.
Mayor Hovland opened the public hearing.
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Public Testimony
Mike Linfield, 6913 Hillcrest Lane, addressed the Council.
Dan Petrosky, 7204 Oaklawn, addressed the Council.
Megan Wetzel, 7333 Gallagher Drive, addressed the Council.
Avan Johnson, 7137 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council.
Marie Johnson, 7137 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council.
Emily Christy, 7316 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council.
Patricia Schreiber, 6713 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council.
Yolanda Petre, 6930 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council.
John Carlson, 4433 Ellsworth Drive, addressed the Council.
Matthew McGivney, 6901 Hillcrest Lane, addressed the Council.
Paul Rosenthal, 4722 Hibiscus Avenue, addressed the Council.
Steve Brown, 7205 Bristol Circle, addressed the Council.
Dennis Withers, 4504 Sedum Lane, addressed the Council.
Mark Peterson, 7330 - Cedars of Edina, addressed the Council.
Bob Gubrud, 4421 Ellsworth Drive, addressed the Council.
Rebecca Nye, 6313 Peasedale, addressed the Council.
Matt Prok, 7009 Heatherton Trail, addressed the Council.
Lisa Roberts, 6801 Southdale Road, addressed the Council.
Nora Davis, 6921 Southdale Road, addressed the Council.
Bruce McCarthy, 6708 Point Drive, addressed the Council.
Ralph Zickert, 431 1 Cornelia Circle, addressed the Council.
Gene Persha, 6917 Cornelia Drive, addressed the Council.
Frank Lorenz, 7 15 1 York Avenue South, addressed the Council.
Sandy Carlson, 4433 Ellsworth Drive, addressed the Council.
Mark Chamberlain, 7004 Bristol Boulevard, addressed the Council.
Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, to close the public hearing.
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Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland.
Motion carried.
Ed Terhaar, Wenck, answered questions raised during public testimony regarding the traffic study and using
72nd Street as result of this development. He said the proposed development would take into account
those trips already on site, noting there was not enough traffic added to affect capacity today. He stated the
level of service did not change at the intersection of 72nd Street and France Avenue and the number of trips
added minimized that impact.
The Council asked about increased traffic on Gallagher and the differences between traffic impacts from a
medical office and residential. Mr. Terhaar said the access location was similar to the existing location and
with one removed and the other remaining,they did not anticipate increased traffic impacts with this project.
He explained the net increase would only be one trip every one-two minutes because the site already had
traffic.
Mr. Teague responded to concerns raised about the PUD and said it met the goals of pedestrian-oriented
development, affordable housing, enhanced greenspace, and additional connections that satisfied the PUD
criteria. He explained the give-to-get concept and how the PUD was a tool to acquire affordable housing
and right-of-way access to the north that could not be required through standard zoning.
The Council asked about concerns around transparency, notification requirements, property description
discrepancy, and stormwater concerns. Mr.Teague explained that all legal requirements were met but noted
the South Cornelia neighborhood was not notified for the Planning Commission public hearing as staff was
unaware that they were an official neighborhood association. He added there were neighborhood meetings
and notices sent to homes within 1,000 feet, two public hearings, and notice in the local newspaper and
website. City Attorney Knutson confirmed while the number of stories in the notice differed the property
description was adequate in the notice.
Mr. Millner said the existing site had little to no affect on stormwater management and noted the project
would likely improve rate and water control.
The Council referred to comments in the public testimony regarding population doubling in the Southdale
district and potential overbuilding. Mr. Teague said the Comprehensive Plan envisioned a high population
only if fully developed which would be 50+ years into the future. Mr. Neal commented on unit absorption
and stated the economy and market were strong that allowed for quite a bit of capacity for units within the
Twin Cities.
The Council inquired about height limit implementation and Corridors of Commerce funding for lane
capacity on France Avenue. Mr. Teague said the Comprehensive Plan suggested heights but the zoning
allowed for Council consideration of any height above the restriction which did not require Metropolitan
Council approval.
Mr. Terhaar said there would be some increased cut-through traffic from this project but most would use
Gallagher instead of 72nd Street. The Council confirmed the traffic study was sufficient and clarified that
while the developer pays, the City hires the consultant. They commented on using height as a way to achieve
affordable housing and how changes affected an entire area. Mr. Teague said cost had to be offset so
increased density was one way to provide affordable housing and suggested a sub-district could be created
to increase density on this site but not throughout the entire zoned area.
The Council raised concerns about stormwater solutions for this site only and that it should be more
comprehensive. Mr. Millner agreed but noted it would be difficult to coordinate the developers' projects.
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The Council asked about process and combining building approval with the Comprehensive Plan amendment.
Mr. Teague said the project could not occur without a Comprehensive Plan amendment and the sub-district
concept would create a density within a district different than others in the area.
Mr. Knutson clarified that any precedent would not apply for future projects and the rationale would be the
basis for the Council's decision instead. He advised the applicant, by law, had the right to apply for a
Comprehensive Plan amendment and rezoning simultaneously.
The Council shared comments about the Southdale Working Group and their work, how France
Avenue/Gallagher had outstanding public realm but did not make a reasonable effort to transition to the
west side, and feeling that the project was too much for the area. The Council indicated the goal was to
make the neighborhood better and recognized that effort and work towards that goal.
Motion by Member Fischer, seconded by Member Brindle, to postpone consideration of
Resolution No. 2018-47 Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment Regarding Density in
the OR, Office Residential District; Resolution No. 2018-48 Approving Preliminary Rezoning
From POD, Planned Office District to PUD-15, Planned Unit Development — 15, including
Preliminary Development Plan for 7250 LLC; and, Ordinance No. 2018-09 Amending the
Zoning Ordinance to Establish the PUD-15, Planned Unit Development-15 Zoning District to
the June 5, 2018. Regular City Council meeting.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
Vlll. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS— (Favorable vote of majority of Council Members present to
approve except where noted).
VIIIA. ARDEN PARK SIXTY PERCENT DESIGN CHECK-IN—REPORT RECEIVED
Parks and Recreation Director Kattreh reviewed the Arden Park concept plan 60% design check-in and
asked Council to authorize staff to proceed to the 90% design check-in, complete and publish the
Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW), and provide direction on Ash tree management. She shared
an overview of the project and status briefing, reviewed the Pamela Park Building, design goals and project
elements, and outlined the schedule and budget.
Renae Clark, Minnehaha Creek Watershed District, shared an updated sketch plan that incorporated
changes from April's meeting, new storm water management features, trails, orientation location of the
shelter building with respect to the trail, creek alignment that provided access for fishing and recreational
access, the area around the 54th Street bridge, and trails and bridge materials that included the boardwalk.
The Council asked questions regarding the need for a railing and funding assistance for tree removal. Ms.
Clark confirmed a railing was intended to be part of the stair design and that there would be some shared
costs and funding established for this project.
Ms. Kattreh said there were 457 trees in the project area with an estimated 68 trees to be removed,
significantly lower than the last estimate. She said staff recommended treatment of three significant trees
and shared how the Parks and Recreation Commission recommended removal of all 77 trees with I:I
replacement plan with the largest diameter tree possible. She noted staff did not want to remove too many
trees in order to not destabilize the area. Ms. Kattreh shared the park building design with the favored shed
roof design. She said the orientation would be north/south and included gender-neutral restrooms, views
from the south towards the creek, and would value exterior and interior space equally.
The Council expressed concerns regarding maintenance for both sedum and cedar roofs and suggested
location of snow barriers above any doorways. They said they were pleased the Pamela Park building's
maximized windows and suggested pulling the creek in on the west side to focus on the beauty of the creek.
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Engineering Services Manager Bintner shared stormwater management system details, swales, mandatory
EAW requirements, budget and funding estimates for a total scope close to the preliminary estimate but
was currently $181,609 over budget at this point.
The Council requested trees identified in the inventory be clearly marked and staked prior to removal. The
Council inquired about the warming house and Keeping the building on the same pad as a fixed point, the
boardwalk and remeandering the stream, and replanl<ing the existing bridge. Mr. Bintner explained the
boardwall< relocation was not realistic due to the current flood plain which could affect design choices,
adding changes could affect channel dynamics.
Member Brindle made a motion, seconded by Member Fischer, to:
1. Authorize staff to continue moving forward with the 90% design phase of the Arden Park
renovation project;
2. Authorize staff to finalize and publish the Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW);
and,
3. Authorize removal of 77 Ash trees as part of Ash tree management.
The Council acknowledged the three treatable Ash trees were in accessible locations. The Council thanked
staff and the Park and Recreation Commission for its work on this project.
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
VIII.B. RESOLUTION 2018-43 ADOPTED - ACCEPTING VARIOUS GRANTS AND DONATIONS -
ADOPTED
Mayor Hovland explained that in order to comply with State Statutes; all donations to the City must be
adopted by Resolution and approved by four favorable votes of the Council accepting the donations.
Member Staunton introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2018-43 accepting
various grants and donations. Member Fischer seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Brindle, Fischer, Staunton, Stewart, Hovland
Motion carried.
IX CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
IX.A. CORRESPONDENCE
Mayor Hovland acknowledged the Council's receipt of various correspondence.
IX.B. MINUTES
I. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION APRIL 10, 2018
Informational; no action required.
IXC. ADVISORY COMMUNICATION
IXC.1. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION—ADDITIONAL WORK PLAN ITEM—EXPLORE
ALTERNATIVE FUNDING MODEL(S) — Received
X. AVIATION NOISE UPDATE — Received
XI. MAYOR AND COUNCIL COMMENTS — Received
XII. MANAGER'S COMMENTS— Received
XII.A. 2018 Q 1 QUARTERLY BUSINESS REPORT— Received
XII.B. 2017 PRELIMINARY YEAR END FINANCIAL REPORT—Received
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XIII. SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS, EVENTS AND DATES AS OF MAY 15, 2018— Received
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business on the Council Agenda, Mayor Hovland declared the meeting adjourned at
12:43 a.m.
Respectfully submitted,
eb A. Mangen, City 111erk
Minutes approved by Edina City Council,June 5, 2018.
James B. Hovland, Mayor
Video Copy of the May 15, 2018, meeting available.
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