January 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM - Board of Education Regular Meeting
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1. Pledge of Allegiance & Call to Order
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The formation of public policy is public business and may not be conducted in secret. Every meeting of the Norris Board shall be open to the public and abide by the Nebraska Open Meetings Act, a copy of which is available for inspection at our meeting site. Does anyone in the audience require audio or visual assistance?
Discussion:
President Devine called the meeting to order at 6:06 PM.
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2. District Mission Statement
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Norris School District, in collaboration with our communities and families, provides a safe, positive environment that empowers students to grow, explore, and engage into lifelong learners and responsible, productive citizens. |
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3. Nebraska Open Meetings Law (Posted in the Room)
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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4. Elections
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Per NSD Policy 8131, an organizational meeting of the Norris School District Board of Education shall be held on or before the third Monday of January of each year for the purposes of seating any new members and electing officers.
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4.1. President
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve __________ as the 2026 Norris Board of Education President Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.2. Vice President
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Approve __________ as the 2026 Norris Board of Education Vice President
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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4.3. Treasurer
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve __________ as the 2026 Norris Board of Education Treasurer Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Comments:
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4.4. Secretary
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve __________ as the 2026 Norris Board of Education Secretary Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5. Approval of Committees, Positions, and Designations
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Per NSD Policy 8131, an organizational meeting of the Norris School District Board of Education shall be held on or before the third Monday of January of each year for the purposes of seating any new members and electing officers.
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5.1. Consider, Discuss and Take Action to Select Legal Counsel
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve Perry Law as the Legal Counsel for one calendar year. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.2. Consider, Discuss and Take Action to Elect Committee Participation
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Per NSD Policy 8131, an organizational meeting of the Norris School District Board of Education shall be held on or before the third Monday of January of each year for the purposes of seating any new members and electing officers.
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5.2.1. Negotiations
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve ______, ______ and _______ to be on the Negotiations Committee Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.2.2. Future Planning Committee / Grounds
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve ______, ______ and _______ to be on the Grounds / Future Planning Committee Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.2.3. Transportation
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve ______, ______ and _______ to be on the Transportation Committee Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.2.4. American Civics
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve ______, ______ and _______ to be on the American Civics Committee Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.2.5. Policy
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve ______, ______ and _______ to be on the Policy Committee Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Comments:
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5.3. Consider, Discuss and Take Action to Select Depository Banks
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve First State Bank, Nebraska Bank, BOK and First National Bank of Omaha as the Depository Banks for the one calendar year Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.4. Consider, Discuss and Take Action to Select District Newspaper of Record
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the Voice News to be the Newspaper of record for one calendar year. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.5. Approval of Current Board Policies and Regulations
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the current Board Policies and Regulations for one calendar year. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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5.6. Dissemination to each Board Member of Conflict of Interest
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Board of Education will review Policy 8250 Conflict of Interest and 8250.1 Conflict of Interest Statement.
Attachments:
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6. Student Representative Report - Jackson Wondercheck
Speaker(s):
Student Council Representative
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates to the Board from Norris student council representative.
Discussion:
Jackson Wondercheck, Student Representative, provided an update to the board of education.
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7. Administrators' Reports (Written Reports)
Speaker(s):
Building Administrators
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Reports from administrators on items of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Written reports were submitted in advance and shared with the board of education.
Attachments:
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Comments:
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8. Public Comment
Speaker(s):
Members of the Public
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The regular board meeting agenda provides for citizens to present information or to express opinions to the board through public comment.
Discussion:
No public comment.
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9. Curriculum Report/ Program Review:
Speaker(s):
Mrs. Morrison and Dr. Bollinger
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Attachments:
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Comments:
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10. Superintendent's Report
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Superintendent reports on matters of interest to the Board.
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10.1. Upcoming Dates and Events of Interest to the Board
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Discussion:
Dr. Joel presented a list of upcoming dates of interest for the board of education's awareness and planning.
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10.2. Celebration of Excellence
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Boys & Girls Basketball: The Eastern Midlands Basketball Tournament was held over Holiday Break. The Boys were EMC Tournament Champions for the 3rd year in a row, and the Girls finished as Runners-up. National Letter of Intent Ceremony: On Wednesday, December 3, the following students officially signed their Letters of Intent, committing to continue their academic and athletic careers at the collegiate level:
Girls Wrestling: The Norris High School girls wrestling program continues to build momentum as it grows in just its early stages. With three dedicated wrestlers currently on the roster, the team is laying a strong foundation through hard work, commitment, and competitive success. One of our athletes has been especially consistent this season, placing 6th or higher at every tournament we’ve competed in, highlighted by a 1st place finish at the Bergan Catholic Tournament. We look forward to continuing that progress this Friday as the team competes at Beatrice.
Discussion:
Comments:
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10.2.1. Congratulations Dr. Jones, Nebraska High School Assistant Principal of the Year
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
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10.2.2. Thank You Cory Wahlstrom and Jennifer Schall for leading the Titan Fundraising Committee
Speaker(s):
President Devine & Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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10.3. Personnel Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Certified
Resignation
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve all certified personnel matters Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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Comments:
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10.4. Superintendent Evaluation Review and Superintendent Goals
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
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10.4.1. Approve the Superintendent Evaluation Summary
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the Superintendent 2025 Evaluation Summary Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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11. Consent Agenda
Speaker(s):
President Devine
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Consent items are considered routine and will be passed without vote by unanimous consent; however, any Board member can ask to remove an item from the consent list for separate action. Normally included in the consent items are the agenda, minutes, approval of the claims, financial reports, and any personnel matters or other reports identified in the Superintendent's Report. The order of the agenda items may be rearranged according to the Board's preference.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Attachments:
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12. Final Titan Fundraising Committee Update
Speaker(s):
Cory Wahlstrom and Jennifer Schall
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Provide the Board of Education and public with an update on the Titan Fundraising Committee's efforts.
Discussion:
Dr. Joel provided a final Titan Fundraising Committee update.
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13. Policies
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
First Reading: Second Reading:
Comments:
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13.1. Discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approve the first reading of Policy 3131: Procurement Plan
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The most recent changes are to ensure we are in compliance with federal grant awards and for upcoming NDE federal desk audits.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the first reading of Policy 3131: Procurement Plan Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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13.2. Discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approve the first reading of Policy 3132: Internal Controls
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The most recent changes are to ensure we are in compliance with federal grant awards and for upcoming NDE federal desk audits.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the first reading of Policy 3132: Internal Controls Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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14. Norris School District Annual Report
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Mr. Molloy will share highlights of the 2024-25 Annual Report.
Discussion:
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15. Review and Discuss Potential Long Term Contract with Pepsi
Speaker(s):
Dr. Stine and Pepsi
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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16. Legislative Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The Legislature convened at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, and proceeded to re-elect Speaker John Arch to his second two-year term. The body re-elected Senator Dave Murman as Chair of the Education Committee over his challenger, Senator Jana Hughes. Bill introduction will begin tomorrow (Thursday). Under a new rule of the Legislature, each member is limited to the introduction of no more than 20 measures per regular session. Bill introduction will conclude on January 23rd.
Discussion:
Dr. Joel provided legislative updates to the board of education.
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17. NASB Updates
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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17.1. ALICAP Annual Report
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Share the 2024-25 ALICAP Annual Report
Discussion:
Comments:
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17.2. Legislative Issues Conference January 25-26
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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17.3. Update 2025-2026 Board of Education Goal: Throughout the 2025-2026 school year, the Norris School district 160 Board of Education will enhance communication and engagement with all Norris stakeholders, building trust, transparency, and shared ownership of district priorities by highlighting district accomplishments, challenges, and progress of the Norris School District Strategic Plan.
Speaker(s):
Board of Education
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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18. Lancaster Co. / District Development Updates
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Updates on commercial and residential development within the Norris District including annexations.
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19. Buildings, Grounds and Transportation Updates
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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19.1. Consider, discuss and take all necessary action to approve the concession stand contract with Anden Bruns Construction LLC for a do not exceed amount of $576,500 to be paid for using fundraising and grant dollars.
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Recommended Motion(s):
Approve the concession stand contract with Anden Bruns Construction LLC for a do not exceed amount of $576,500 using fundraising and grant dollars. Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Attachments:
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19.2. Discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approve the Irwin Bleacher bid with a not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00, utilizing depreciation funds
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Other considerations:
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the Irwin Bleacher bid with a not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00, utilizing depreciation funds Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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19.3. Discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approve the sale of the K.O. Lee Surface Grinder
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Policy 3260 - Sales and Disposal of School Property
Anything with a value of less than $500 may be sold at our discretion. Anything with a value of over $500 must be approved by the board of education. The K.O. Lee Surface Grinder is valued at over $500.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the sale of the K.O. Lee Surface Grinder Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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19.4. Discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approve the sale of the Powermatic Vertical Bandsaw
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Policy 3260 - Sales and Disposal of School Property
Anything with a value of less than $500 may be sold at our discretion. Anything with a value of over $500 must be approved by the board of education. The Powermatic Vertical Bandsaw is valued at over $500.
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the sale of the Powermatic Vertical Bandsaw Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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19.5. Discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approve the purchase of two (2) tilt skillets from IS Restaurant Design Equipment & Supply in the amount of $44,899.40 using the school lunch fund
Speaker(s):
Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
Recommended Motion(s):
Motion to approve the purchase of two (2) tilt skillets from IS Restaurant Design Equipment & Supply in the amount of $44,899.40 using the school lunch fund Passed with a motion by Board Member #1 and a second by Board Member #2.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
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20. Potential Future Bond Issue
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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20.1. Overview from the Community Steering Committee Meeting #2 on December 15, 2025 and Meeting #3 on January 12, 2026.
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel, Mr. Molloy and Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The next Community Steering Committee Meeting is schedule for December 15 at 6:00 PM.
Discussion:
Dr. Joel and the board of education discussed highlights from the Community Steering Committee Meetings #2 and #3.
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20.2. Consider and discuss a Board of Education Workshop date to review feedback from the Community Steering Committee
Speaker(s):
Dr. Joel and Mr. Molloy
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
The date is set for Wednesday, January 21, 2026 @ 6 PM
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21. Negotiations Update
Speaker(s):
Negotiations Committee Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Discussion:
The Negotiations Committee provided an update to the board of education.
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21.1. Review Collective Bargaining Process and Timeline
Speaker(s):
Negotiations Committee Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
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22. Board Reports
Speaker(s):
Board Members
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Board member updates on matters of interest to the Board.
Discussion:
Vice President Kubicek shared thoughts on the 68th Street Project. Specifically, detour routes.
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23. Correspondence Items
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Information Item
Rationale:
Monthly correspondence of interest to the Board.
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24. Adjournment
Speaker(s):
Board President
Agenda Item Type:
Action Item
Rationale:
The next regular scheduled Board Meeting is February 12th, 2025 at 6:00 PM.
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The next regularly scheduled Board Meeting is February 11th, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
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