Showing posts with label Public Service. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Public Service. Show all posts
What Are the Pros and Cons of Going Off the Grid?
People see big power companies ever increasing their costs. As energy cost go up for the long term, more people look for ways to use less energy to save money. People keep paying and paying the utility company and the bill gets higher and higher. With the cost of energy ever increasing to new highs, there are more people then ever looking into using alternative energy in their homes as a cost savings. The Mother Earth News article dated June 19, 2009 What Are the Pros and Cons of Going Off the Grid? by Linda Pinkham talks about the overall scope of going off the grid. Pinkham discusses some of the basic equipment advantages and drawbacks but didn't go into the true depth of the issues of costs versus benefits.
On May 21, 2009, Pinkham also wrote What’s the Average Cost to Install a Solar-Electric System to Power Your Home? The average home has an incoming electrical line of 240 Volts that delivers 100 Amps. Using Ohms law where Volts X Amps = Watts, the average home is capable of using up to 24,000 Watts (24 kW) of power. In Pinkham's article the installation and materials of a "10kW Gigantic" off grid system, less then half the average home's total capacity, would be over $100,000. He also lists a 5kW larger than average system costing $52,000.
When is it going to pay back?
Once a a good estimate of the cost for installation and materials is obtained, people want to know when it's going to pay off. Using the PVWatts Version 1 Calculator and, assuming a 7.9 ¢/kWh, from where I'm at in Minnesota a solar system installed would provide a cost savings of $406.22 worth of energy per year. Can that be right? With the $52,000 - 5kW larger than average system, it would take over 100 years to break even.
What isn't discussed in those articles is the lifespan of the extra electrical equipment that is needed to be off grid. Deep Cycle Batteries used in these systems have a limited lifespan. The most popular Deep Cycle AGM would have an average life of only four to eight years (http://www.windsun.com/Batteries/Battery_FAQ.htm#Lifespan%20of%20Batteries).
I have heard people who are interested in going off the grid say that their energy costs were too high. Those who are interested in going off the grid should start slowly by decreasing their energy consumption while on the grid. I think that it's good there are people like Ed Begley, Jr. out there that have their sustainable homes just to help the environment. At the same time, to go off the grid thinking that one would actually save money just doesn't make sense.
Can this be true?? Woman hoards "30" Government Life line phones
This woman says it is so easy to get free phones from a government program that she has 30 of them.
Employee Motivation Programs - Top Reasons Incentives Work
Employee motivation programs - more than likely you have known of them, however if you are not implementing them inside your small business, you are making a dangerous mistake. You see, while you will observe that these reward programs will require a monetary investment on your part, they might bring you fantastic returns in the extended run. From incentives to unique prize giveaways, there are so many assorted ideas that you might get your own employee motivation program started and here are a few of the best reasons to do so.
Reason #1 - Increase Your Sales - One of the major reasons that incentives work for businesses is because they might assist you to boost your sales. There are days inside businesses that even your greatest salespeople may well be experiencing a moment of decreased sales. Now, if you are approaching into the 3rd or 4th quarter and sales have been down, associate motivation programs may perhaps be just the way to start improving your sales, bringing your associates out of a slump.
Reason #2 - Boost Employee Productivity - One more reason that employee motivation programs work is since they might assist you to increase employee productivity. Implementing programs, such as holiday incentives, can assist to push the run of the mill achievers inside your small business to boost their performance. As you observe common achievers start to drive towards these rewards, You will notice that your overall associate productivity will start to increase, that leads to extra cash for your small business.
Reason #3 - Enlighten Your Company's Customer Service - Customer service is essential to the achievement of every small business. First impressions are so essential, and customers base create their judgment of your small business based on your associates. Implementing employee motivation programs is a interesting way that you can enlighten your organizations customer service in a explicit manner, increasing sales and returning customers repeatedly.
Reason #4 - Employee Motivation - Finally, you will observe that implementing employee motivation programs additionally helps to multiply employee motivation as well, which is chief. Employees who are not driven do not perform well, however visualize how you may possibly intensify the drive of your employees by offering vacation incentives or some different type of reward to them. These programs assist to keep associates on top of their game and also serve as encouragement for intense performance.
As you can envision, there are numerous examples that incentives can work for your small business, and there are numerous advantages that you can enjoy as a small business. Employee motivation programs are an investment that you just will not lose. You will intensify sales, improve employee productivity, enlighten your customer service, and motivate your employees to perform. All of those advantages lead to profit and accomplishment, which are two things your small business just can not live without!
Reason #1 - Increase Your Sales - One of the major reasons that incentives work for businesses is because they might assist you to boost your sales. There are days inside businesses that even your greatest salespeople may well be experiencing a moment of decreased sales. Now, if you are approaching into the 3rd or 4th quarter and sales have been down, associate motivation programs may perhaps be just the way to start improving your sales, bringing your associates out of a slump.
Reason #2 - Boost Employee Productivity - One more reason that employee motivation programs work is since they might assist you to increase employee productivity. Implementing programs, such as holiday incentives, can assist to push the run of the mill achievers inside your small business to boost their performance. As you observe common achievers start to drive towards these rewards, You will notice that your overall associate productivity will start to increase, that leads to extra cash for your small business.
Reason #3 - Enlighten Your Company's Customer Service - Customer service is essential to the achievement of every small business. First impressions are so essential, and customers base create their judgment of your small business based on your associates. Implementing employee motivation programs is a interesting way that you can enlighten your organizations customer service in a explicit manner, increasing sales and returning customers repeatedly.
Reason #4 - Employee Motivation - Finally, you will observe that implementing employee motivation programs additionally helps to multiply employee motivation as well, which is chief. Employees who are not driven do not perform well, however visualize how you may possibly intensify the drive of your employees by offering vacation incentives or some different type of reward to them. These programs assist to keep associates on top of their game and also serve as encouragement for intense performance.
As you can envision, there are numerous examples that incentives can work for your small business, and there are numerous advantages that you can enjoy as a small business. Employee motivation programs are an investment that you just will not lose. You will intensify sales, improve employee productivity, enlighten your customer service, and motivate your employees to perform. All of those advantages lead to profit and accomplishment, which are two things your small business just can not live without!
Author: Samantha Jacobsen
Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/human-resources-articles/employee-motivation-programs-top-reasons-incentives-work-1701357.htmlCover Letters
Your cover letter is the first thing a hiring manager will see when you apply for a job. It's the deciding factor that determines whether your resume will earn a glance or end up in the trash, so make sure you leave a positive and lasting impression by avoiding these top cover letter don'ts.
1. Don't begin with a weak opening
The first part of your cover letter may be the only part that a hiring manager takes the time to read, so don't risk an opener that will make their eyes glaze over. Grab the reader's attention with a short introduction and an attention-grabbing statement. For example, "Your need for a top-performing administrative assistant is an excellent match to my 4-year track record in successful office management and executive support for a Fortune 500 company."
2. Don't repeat your resume
Nobody wants to read the same thing twice. Instead of regurgitating your resume, highlight the top three key points or skills that you offer.
3. Don't send the same one to every job
Just like your resume, customizing your cover letter is the key to success. Read the job description and use it as a "cheat sheet" to create a cover letter centered on this specific position.
4. Don't only focus on your needs
Avoid using "I" or "my" too often. Although you are writing about yourself, the cover letter should mainly focus on the employer and the position. What makes you the right person for this specific job? How can the company benefit from hiring you?
5. Don't use "Dear Sir or Madam" or "To whom this may concern"
Avoid addressing your cover letter to a generic reader by finding out who the actual hiring manager is. Do your research and it will definitely pay off, maybe enough to get your cover letter to the "yes" pile. If you can't find the name, use the reference "Hiring Manager" instead.
6. Don't forget to indicate the position you are applying for
Hiring managers usually hear from hundreds of applicants—sometimes for different jobs within the company. Make a reference to the job that you are applying for incase they are hiring candidates for more than one position.
7. Don't hide that you're great for the job
Take advantage of formatting tools such as bullet points or bold fonts to emphasize your achievements. If the hiring manager is going to scan your cover letter, you want to make sure these important details jump off the page.
8. Don't go over one page
Make sure that your cover letter is clear and concise. No matter how extensive your work history, keep it down to one page only. You don't want to waste the reader's time …or put them to sleep!
9. Don't email as an attachment
Sending a blank email with an attachment risks your application looking like spam. When applying to a job online, include your cover letter in the body of the email and attach your resume to the message.
10. Don't forget a strong closer
If you have followed #1 above, it is time to end your cover letter with a bang. Include a strong closer that will leave a lasting impression and create anticipation for your resume. Promise to follow up by phone or email—and pull through when the actual time comes.
By Joanna Boydak, LiveCareer
1. Don't begin with a weak opening
The first part of your cover letter may be the only part that a hiring manager takes the time to read, so don't risk an opener that will make their eyes glaze over. Grab the reader's attention with a short introduction and an attention-grabbing statement. For example, "Your need for a top-performing administrative assistant is an excellent match to my 4-year track record in successful office management and executive support for a Fortune 500 company."
2. Don't repeat your resume
Nobody wants to read the same thing twice. Instead of regurgitating your resume, highlight the top three key points or skills that you offer.
3. Don't send the same one to every job
Just like your resume, customizing your cover letter is the key to success. Read the job description and use it as a "cheat sheet" to create a cover letter centered on this specific position.
4. Don't only focus on your needs
Avoid using "I" or "my" too often. Although you are writing about yourself, the cover letter should mainly focus on the employer and the position. What makes you the right person for this specific job? How can the company benefit from hiring you?
5. Don't use "Dear Sir or Madam" or "To whom this may concern"
Avoid addressing your cover letter to a generic reader by finding out who the actual hiring manager is. Do your research and it will definitely pay off, maybe enough to get your cover letter to the "yes" pile. If you can't find the name, use the reference "Hiring Manager" instead.
6. Don't forget to indicate the position you are applying for
Hiring managers usually hear from hundreds of applicants—sometimes for different jobs within the company. Make a reference to the job that you are applying for incase they are hiring candidates for more than one position.
7. Don't hide that you're great for the job
Take advantage of formatting tools such as bullet points or bold fonts to emphasize your achievements. If the hiring manager is going to scan your cover letter, you want to make sure these important details jump off the page.
8. Don't go over one page
Make sure that your cover letter is clear and concise. No matter how extensive your work history, keep it down to one page only. You don't want to waste the reader's time …or put them to sleep!
9. Don't email as an attachment
Sending a blank email with an attachment risks your application looking like spam. When applying to a job online, include your cover letter in the body of the email and attach your resume to the message.
10. Don't forget a strong closer
If you have followed #1 above, it is time to end your cover letter with a bang. Include a strong closer that will leave a lasting impression and create anticipation for your resume. Promise to follow up by phone or email—and pull through when the actual time comes.
By Joanna Boydak, LiveCareer
Heavy Petting - Jazzmyn
Medium • Baby • Female
Jazzmyn is a very pretty 5 month old spayed brown tabby. She is very loving and social. She doesn't like to be carried but she'd live on your lap forever if you gave the opportunity! She is very frisky and very amorous, loves to be petted! She seems to prefer adult company!
For more information on this little girl, contact Julie at 612-298-7634 or email me at kittikatts@aol.com.
More about Jazzmyn
Spayed/Neutered • Up-to-date with routine shots • House trainedJazzmyn's Contact Info
Last Hope Inc, Farmington, MN- 612-298-7634
- Email Last Hope Inc
- See more pets from Last Hope Inc
- For more information, visit Last Hope Inc's Web site.
Heavy Petting - Linus
Small • Senior • Male
We are guessing this guy is about 8-9 years old and was dumped like trash! He had bronchitis and still wanted to play. His teeth were falling out and he needed a groom! He now has very few teeth like a old man but doesn't act old at all! As a matter of fact, he is one of the nicest poms we have had. We hope that someone will love him for the 2-4 years he should live! He is good with kids 8 and up and other dogs! He is also is doing well with housebreaking!!
He would really love a good home this time!
He was a stray!!
~ Adoption Fee: $175 (cash only, no checks)
This dog will not be at our adoption event this Saturday. Please contact the foster for more information. .
Foster: Shari S - psebastian2003@msn.com or (612) 770-5972
More about Linus
Spayed/Neutered • Up-to-date with routine shots • House trained • Primary color: Yellow, Tan, Blond or Fawn • Coat length: LongLinus's Contact Info
Last Hope Inc, Farmington, MN- 612-770-5972
- Email Last Hope Inc
- See more pets from Last Hope Inc
- For more information, visit Last Hope Inc's Web site.
We love our lottery, but charitable gambling and horse-race betting is down in Minnesota
By John A. Stefani
Most all the articles on charitable gaming acknowledge that charitable gaming is down:
Charitable Gambling Continues Its Steady Decline
MinnPost - We love our lottery, but charitable gambling and horse-race betting down in Minnesota
Session Daily - produced by nonpartisan Public Information Services = Lottery up, other gambling down
There is only speculation on why there has been this decline and most articles ask a couple of people for their opinions which are biased and data can only be ranked statistically as a poor sample of the population. I would like to see some research with some empirical data that shows the reasons for this decline. It's not just charitable gaming in Minnesota that is down. I have seen articles from other states whose revenues from charitable gaming has declined as well.
Both articles say that adding a racino would help. Seems to me, adding a racino wouldn't at all help charities who need and depend on charitable gaming. Some say that electronic pulltabs and electronic bingo would provide more flair and rejuvenate charitable gaming. What do you think?
Most all the articles on charitable gaming acknowledge that charitable gaming is down:
Charitable Gambling Continues Its Steady Decline
MinnPost - We love our lottery, but charitable gambling and horse-race betting down in Minnesota
Session Daily - produced by nonpartisan Public Information Services = Lottery up, other gambling down
There is only speculation on why there has been this decline and most articles ask a couple of people for their opinions which are biased and data can only be ranked statistically as a poor sample of the population. I would like to see some research with some empirical data that shows the reasons for this decline. It's not just charitable gaming in Minnesota that is down. I have seen articles from other states whose revenues from charitable gaming has declined as well.
Both articles say that adding a racino would help. Seems to me, adding a racino wouldn't at all help charities who need and depend on charitable gaming. Some say that electronic pulltabs and electronic bingo would provide more flair and rejuvenate charitable gaming. What do you think?
Heavy Petting Meet Louie
Louie
Poodle: An adoptable dog in Farmington, MN
Small • Baby • Male
10 week old 2 lb poodle that will be only 10 lbs when full grown. Louie is very fragile and must go to a home with kids 16 and up or and adult home only. He was almost not born if it wasn't for Last Hope saving the mother during birth. He will be black or gray when he grows up and will not shed!
We are looking for a family that will be home a lot so that he can learn housebreaking or knows how to train a dog that won't be very big and is patient with accidents the size of a tootsie roll or a drop of water!
Adoption fee: $400 ( cash only, no checks)
Volunteer to call: Suzanne S - Suzannearetz@msn.com or (651) 690-1556
He is fragile and best with kids 10 and up that have had small dogs before...
~ Adoption Fee: $350 (cash only, no checks)
This dog will be at the Petsmart Eagan this weekend on Sat from 11-3! Please contact the foster for more information.
The Tiny guy!
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More about Louie
Primary color: BlackLouie's Contact Info
Last Hope Inc, Farmington, MN- 651-690-1556
- Email Last Hope Inc
- See more pets from Last Hope Inc
- For more information, visit Last Hope Inc's Web site.
What are you waiting for? If not you, who? If not now, when?
By John A. Stefani
Video by the Minnesota Jaycees
Here is a great organization to volunteer, learn, show an gain solid friendships!
There are many people I know in the Minnesota Jaycees that have proved themselves in their communities and within the state to be a positive force of change. These are people who see thing in the world that they don't like, make a plan to improve it and then act to make things better.
Volunteering to improve the world through the Jaycees isn't work. It's fun and enjoyment! People who participate in this dynamic organization are the in the top ten percent!
I think about the great years I had had being involved in this organization. The great people I've met, and the fun I had. Even though I'm an alumni of the Jaycees, I look forward to continually supporting this organization.
Video by the Minnesota Jaycees
There are many people I know in the Minnesota Jaycees that have proved themselves in their communities and within the state to be a positive force of change. These are people who see thing in the world that they don't like, make a plan to improve it and then act to make things better.
Volunteering to improve the world through the Jaycees isn't work. It's fun and enjoyment! People who participate in this dynamic organization are the in the top ten percent!
I think about the great years I had had being involved in this organization. The great people I've met, and the fun I had. Even though I'm an alumni of the Jaycees, I look forward to continually supporting this organization.
Minnesota Speed Traps Part 2 - Have you gotten a speeding ticket lately?
I love free.
They brag over 3.8 million logged speed traps and around 4000 new traps posted daily. I looked through the Trapster website and it is mainly designed for these phones:
- iPhone
- BlackBerry
- Android (the TMobile G1 and others)
- Nokia N95, N96, N97, 5800, E71, and other Symbian s60 phones
- Palm WebOS phones such as Pre and Pixi
- Windows Mobile touch screen phones with 6.0, 6.1, or 6.5 OS and GPS
- Unlocked J2ME phones with GPS (for example the Sprint Samsung Instinct)
What Trapster does for us GPS users is creates four POI (Points of Interest) for your GPS. These are:
- trapster-combo-camera-ahead
- trapster-police-enforcement-point-ahead
- trapster-red-light-camera-ahead
- trapster-speed-camera-ahead
Once the .zip files are downloaded to a computer, one would just need to load all the files into the GPS.
Basically one needs to connect the GPS to the computer and go into the downloaded Trapster .zip file and copy and paste the files into the correct folder in the GPS using the instructions that Trapster provides on their website. Once the files are in the GPS then someone must activate the POIs and configure alerts on the TomTom. That's about four steps for each of the four POIs. These settings are important to do since they tell the GPS to speak out or warn you when you approach a Trapster POI.
One must remember to periodically go into the Trapster website (I'd say about once a week) and get the updates. This part is a bit of a pain. Perhaps they should have some software that would insert those updates into the correct folder automatically when the GPS is connected to the computer.
I've used it for a week in my GPS. Though I have yet to see a cop sitting at a Trapster speed trap, in the areas that I am familiar with normally having speed traps, the Trapster POI has been accurate.
Here is the link to Trapster: http://www.trapster.com/
Heavy Petting: Tinkerbelle
Tinkerbelle is a very sweet black and tan chi. She is about 4 yrs old and weighs between 5 and 6 lbs. She loves people and loves to sit in a lap. She does okay with other dogs.
Tinkerbelle has tan feet and a very thin hair! She gets cold fast!She doesn't know she is a chihuahua and loves everyone.
She has pencil like legs and best with kids 10 and up that have had small dogs before because she will break!
~ Adoption Fee: $275 (cash only, no checks)
This dog will be at the Apple Valley Petco on Saturday from 11 - 3. Contact the foster to learn more!
Foster: Kim D - k_dikken@hotmail.com or (952) 484-9286
More about Tinkerbelle
Spayed/Neutered • Up-to-date with routine shots • Prefers a home without: young childrenTinkerbelle's Contact Info
Last Hope Inc, Farmington, MN- 952-484-9286
- Email Last Hope Inc
- See more pets from Last Hope Inc
- For more information, visit Last Hope Inc's Web site.
Rosemount Minnesota Speed Traps
Here are three Rosemount Minnesota Speed Traps.
I have seen the police tagging speeding cars in all of these areas.
County Trunk 42 near Auburn Avenue Rosemount, Minnesota
Officer sits on southbound side of County Rd 42 between Auburn Avenue and the Technical College on a dirt road used for construction. He's been there a couple of mornings usually near the middle of the month.
State Highway 3 near County Trunk 42 Rosemount, Minnesota
HWY 3 both north and southbound from the highschool to county rd 42. This area sees a high volume of traffic stops as it is a main artery that also contains a speed limit change as you move through downtown. Be wary at any time of day in this area, but be extra careful between midnight to 3AM, as there are three bars within a one block radius that tend to draw a lot of officer attention.
County Trunk 42 near Akron Avenue Rosemount, Minnesota
Squads patrol County Rd 42 from Highway 52 to Highway 3. They like to sit near the Vo-Tech and will stop at 10 over. They don't have any unmarked squads, but it doesn't seem to matter. They'll get you anyway.
These were taken from the
County Road 42 is one way that all the western Dakota County police (Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan) use to transport people into the Dakota County Courthouse in Hastings Minnesota. The other way I've seen police cars (Farmington and Lakeville) go to and from Hastings is 160th St.
Minnesota Speed Traps Part 2 - Have you gotten a speeding ticket lately?
I have seen the police tagging speeding cars in all of these areas.
County Trunk 42 near Auburn Avenue Rosemount, Minnesota
Officer sits on southbound side of County Rd 42 between Auburn Avenue and the Technical College on a dirt road used for construction. He's been there a couple of mornings usually near the middle of the month.
State Highway 3 near County Trunk 42 Rosemount, Minnesota
HWY 3 both north and southbound from the highschool to county rd 42. This area sees a high volume of traffic stops as it is a main artery that also contains a speed limit change as you move through downtown. Be wary at any time of day in this area, but be extra careful between midnight to 3AM, as there are three bars within a one block radius that tend to draw a lot of officer attention.
County Trunk 42 near Akron Avenue Rosemount, Minnesota
Squads patrol County Rd 42 from Highway 52 to Highway 3. They like to sit near the Vo-Tech and will stop at 10 over. They don't have any unmarked squads, but it doesn't seem to matter. They'll get you anyway.
These were taken from the
County Road 42 is one way that all the western Dakota County police (Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan) use to transport people into the Dakota County Courthouse in Hastings Minnesota. The other way I've seen police cars (Farmington and Lakeville) go to and from Hastings is 160th St.
Minnesota Speed Traps Part 2 - Have you gotten a speeding ticket lately?
Heavy Petting - Riley a Black Labrador Retriever/German Shepherd Dog
Riley
Black Labrador Retriever/German Shepherd Dog Mix: An adoptable dog in Farmington, MN
Large • Young • Male
Riley is almost a year old and good with other dogs . He likes to play too but not hyper! He is housebroken but still need to crate him when you are not home since he is still a puppy and loves to chew; but don't worry, he likes rawhides!
He is about 75 lbs and all love and works for food!! He knows sit, stay, down but still counter cruises... we are working on that!
Riley is very housebroken and quiet in the crate. He can sleep anywhere at night with you! He uses his nose to find toys and not his eyes. He would make a good sniffing dog! He loves to play with other dogs at Camp Bow wow but when he is on a tie out, he acts like he is going to hurt every dog he meets so he needs a fenced in yard or acreage. He knows his name and won't run off so a home with lots or acreage he would love to be there and then come indoors and sleep on your bed!
~ Adoption Fee: $200 (cash only, no checks)
This dog will not be at the adoption day this Saturday, (January 29th 2011) from 11-3. Call the foster to learn more!
Foster: Jeff - burnsville@campbowwowusa.com or (651) 230-8243
Last Hope Adoption Event
Big, Big, BIG Adoption Event
January 28, 29 and 30
Burnsville Minnesota Petco
Burnsville Minnesota Petco
Sponsored by Nutro and Natural Balance
And
Pancake Breakfast
to Support the Animals!
to Support the Animals!
Come to AppleBees on Cedar in Apple Valley Minnesota
from 8-10 on Saturday January 29th
from 8-10 on Saturday January 29th
For more information http://last-hope.org/
In Honor of Martin Luther King, Jr
I wanted to commemorate today, Martin Luther King Day, to remind everyone to be good to each other and our neighbors no matter who they are and what their background is. Because we only hear bits and pieces of it on the news I thought it would be great to have his "I Have a Dream" speech text and video given on August 28, 1963, for all to see and appreciate.
He spoke for all people of all races.
I ask all to see the video and read along and contemplate. Has his dream been accomplished?
You are welcome to comment at the bottom of this post.
Here it is:
I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.
Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity.
He spoke for all people of all races.
I ask all to see the video and read along and contemplate. Has his dream been accomplished?
You are welcome to comment at the bottom of this post.
Here it is:
I am happy to join with you today in what will go down in history as the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation.
Five score years ago, a great American, in whose symbolic shadow we stand today, signed the Emancipation Proclamation. This momentous decree came as a great beacon light of hope to millions of Negro slaves who had been seared in the flames of withering injustice. It came as a joyous daybreak to end the long night of their captivity.
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