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Grieving families ask Village for action Visitors need to be made better aware of the risks of Harrison Lake, families say Lorene Keitch THE OBSERVER

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Fire ban frustration . . . . 2 Salmon promises . . . . . 5 Opinion . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Mail Bag . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Back to School . . . . . . 9 Classieds . . . . . . . . . 14

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Family and friends of Daniel Reid and Gary Duong, two young men who died in Harrison Lake in June, were at a special Council meeting in the Village of Harrison Hot Springs Monday morning. They implored council to make the public better aware of the dangers at the lake.

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When Daniel Reid's body was found in the Harrison River by a passing kayaker, one arm was stretched out. The other was clutched to his chest. The man who found the body told Daniel's father, Bob Reid, that the posture didn't make sense until he found out what had happened. Daniel died trying to save his friend's life. And Bob Reid says, even before they found the two bodies, he knew without a doubt that his son would not have left his friend behind. He would have hung on until the very end. Finding the body in that position just affirmed it. The two young men drowned in Harrison Lake June 8 during an outing by eight friends on an inflatable raft. A single innocent choice by Gary Duong to take a quick dip in the water led to tragedy, with a world of sorrow and grief heaped on those left behind. Bob Reid explains that after Gary jumped in the water to swim around a bit, the wind picked up and the raft started floating away. Daniel realized what was happening and jumped in to help Gary, while the other six occupants of the raft madly tried to paddle and kick back. But the wind was so strong, Reid says the raft was starting to flip into the air and they had to move themselves around the raft just so they wouldn't tip either. Long after they had made a call first to a marina where they had paid to have their raft inflated, then to 9-1-1, the friends could see Gary and Daniel in the water, struggling. They thought the two would have made it to the nearby inflatable water park. But by the time Search and Rescue arrived, Daniel and Gary were gone. Bob Reid was one of several speakers at a special Council meeting in the Village of Harrison Hot Springs Monday morning. About a dozen friends and family filled the Chambers as part of the newly formed group 'Harrison Awareness', some wearing shirts that said 'the Dan', or with 'Gary' and 'Dan' written in the shape of a cross. They were there to urge Council to put up warning signs regarding the cold water. "My son died here. He shouldn't have," Reid said. "As visitors to your lake, we need to know the dangers. Our very lives depend on it." He told Council while they are "not asking you to wallpaper the lake," there is a little part the Village does have control of and he hoped Council will take the first steps in doing something. "Do what you can, do it as quickly as you can, and you'll save lives," said Reid. Continued on 2

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RCMP and the citizens. "This community is very supportive of their police," he remarks. "The only thing I've heard is they would like to see more of the police." Rennie makes a point, along with the other Agassiz RCMP officers, to conduct foot patrols at least once a day just to connect with people, say hi and get to know the local population. Rennie plans to

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ban. "We get back to the site and start to make dinner and, sure enough, we see them have a fire again," Loberg explains. To make matters worse, the group started shooting fireworks "all over the water, over the forest - kind of wherever they wanted." At this point, the friends didn't know what else they could do. The next morning, they went to the scene in their truck and quickly took photos of the offenders and could see smoke coming off the fire area again. At least three fires plus fireworks

focus the community policing office's efforts on issues such property crime, traffic safety and working closely with the community's youth. To that end, Sgt. Rennie has assigned an officer, Cst. Jared McGinn, as youth liason officer. As for specific crime issues in the District of Kent and Harrison Hot Springs, Rennie says while there are concerns here such as property

crime, "Overall, this is a very good community to live in and work in." Rennie, who is married and has three children, encourages citizens to help the RCMP by not hesitating to call if they know of criminal activity. "Don't be afraid to report," Rennie urges. "We can't solve crime without the community." To call the local Agassiz detachment, phone 604796-2211.

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hotline. "We headed back to camp, kept an eye on it and made sure nothing got out of hand," says Loberg. He figured someone would come out that night. No one showed up that night from the wildfire service to deal with the complaint. The next day, they were out exploring and came across a fire warden. They flagged him down and told him about the campers, gave him directions and found out later from another group that he had showed up and told the illegal campfire users about the

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Camper Ryan Loberg quickly took photos of a group of campers who blatantly ignored the fire ban last weekend on Harrison Lake.

and no consequence frustrates Loberg. "Somebody has to step up and do something," says Loberg. "Warnings just aren't enough." Loberg posted his experience on a Facebook page dedicated to 4x4 users and got a big response from other members who have had similar experiences. Marg Drysdale, provincial fire information officer, says there have been "numerous" issues with people in the Fraser Valley continuing to have campfires in spite of the well-advertised fire ban. She says the challenge they face is that their fire wardens can do prevention and education. "Our fire wardens are out there just to let people know there's a campfire prohibition," says Drysdale. They do not have the ability to ticket offenders. She urges people to call the RAPP (Report All Poachers and Polluters) line instead, at 1-877952-7277 as they can ticket offenders.

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Daniels's good friend Jesse Heimsoth told Council that while they have heard locals say it's simply common sense to know that the lake is cold, people coming in to the village from elsewhere do not know those facts. "The hazards are not commonly known," Heimsoth said. "The awareness message is something the public needs to know." Jesse's father Jim Heimsoth spoke passionately about the need for education regarding the lake and echoed his son's comments about what "common sense" means here. As an experienced boater on the Okanagan Lake, Jim Heimsoth said he came to Harrison to help in what OKANAGAN

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he thought was a rescue the day after the two went missing. "I thought I was here to find living people," Heimsoth said. "I had no idea." He told Council that if an experienced boater such as himself did not know the dangers of swimming in Harrison Lake, then what locals are calling "obvious" common sense is not as obvious as we might think. "You have to teach people in your backyard," he said. "We have an obligation to warn people; there's a danger out there." The group presented 600+ letters presented to Council from supporters of the Harrison Awareness campaign addressed to

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Steven Harper, with an eye on B.C. votes, pledged $15 million if reelected for conservation and restoration, including funding for the Harrison River. The funding is earmarked for the preservation of salmon habitat and conservation action plans for the Harrison River, along with efforts to restore estuaries on Vancouver Island and in southern B.C. and the establishment of a National Marine Conservation Area Reserver in the southern Strait of Georgia. The Harrison River and the watershed surrounding it including Harrison Lake was designated as the first Salmon Stronghold in Canada under the North American Salmon Stronghold Partnership in 2010. The Sts’ailes First Nation has been leading the efforts to safeguard the biological diversity of the Harrison River and to preserve salmon habitat, together with a network of partners including the Pacific

Salmon Foundation, an independent, non-governmental organization crated to protect, conserve and rebuild Pacific Salmon populations in B.C. and the Yukon. The funding will go to the Pacific Salmon Foundation to support the implementation of the Harrison River Stronghold’s Strategic Plan, signed in 2013. Chief Harvey Paul says the funding will be “very good news,” if it comes through. He explained that the Sts’ailes people are committed to the health of salmon habitat, citing other examples such as work being done in sloughs around Sts’ailes for habitat enhancement by run-of-the-river proponents. “We felt it was important that we maintain and keep the salmon habitat very strong in the area, that we don’t end up like many other rivers in B.C. that were very strong but didn’t provide due diligence on salmon enhancement,” says Paul. “Now many rivers in BC are at the point where there’s very little return.” Michael Meneer, vice

president of the Pacific Salmon Foundation, explains that the Harrison River is a strong example of salmon habitat that is working effectively. “The Harrison River is a watershed that’s unique because it has all seven species of Pacific salmon,” reports Meneer. “It’s highly productive in terms of its salmon production, and it has significant portions of it that are protected because of First Nations and provincial land management.” He says the amazing thing about the Harrison River is how close it is to major urban centres while still maintaining a healthy salmon population. But there is still habitat work to be done, and education efforts, to keep and enhance the salmon habitat in the Harrison River. “If you provide good habitat for salmon, we’re going to have better returns,” says Meneer. “We’re obviously wanting to do everything we can do to support this stronghold.” Dave Moore is one of the leaders on the Harrison Salmon Stronghold

project. Moore says over the last 100 years, erosion has occurred in the area that can impact salmon habitats. “Everywhere people have built houses and condominiums and golf courses and trailer parks and provincial parks - we’ve eroded the wetland habitats,” he says, explaining that he is working to come up with a corporate business plan to promote salmon habitat in this watershed as well

as encourage public stewardship. “We’ve made great progress since 2010 in building a public working group, and what we’re looking for now is a commitment by government leaders,” says Moore. “I’m quite encouraged to hear the department making commitments, even if they are tied to an election promise. It’s an indication they’re taking the program seriously.”

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out of the vehicle, but a bystander that had gone down to help had fallen and was injured. Agassiz crews used their training in technical rope rescue to lower a firefighter over the embankment to assess the injured people. Kent/ Harrison Search and Rescue (KHSAR) arrived on scene and lowered a basket stretcher, team members along with BC Ambulance Service (BCAS) members down the embankment to package the male patient for removal. Once up the embankment he was given to the care of British Columbia Ambulance Services, the two (2) female occupants of the vehicle were assisted up the embankment and into the care of BCAS. Harrison Fire Department first on scene set up command and also assisted KHSAR with patient extraction. July 19 had crews once again responding to a motor vehicle accident on Rockwell Drive, upon arrival the lone male occupant was in care of BCAS. Fire crews assisted RCMP with vehicle stabilization until it was towed away. Agassiz Fire responded to a motor vehicle accident on July 21, the single vehicle had left the roadway into a ditch striking a tree.

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were cancelled upon arrival on scene. This proved to be a start to a busy day for local our firefighters, crews were paged next to assist Popkum Fire Department with a multi-vehicle accident at Herling Island on Highway 1. Multi-vehicles involved including transport trucks, Agassiz crews were dispatched to assist Popkum Fire Department with occupant vehicle extrication along with Heavy Vehicle extraction knowledge. Agassiz firefighters along with Popkum firefighters recently received specialized training in heavy vehicle stabilization and extraction. Agassiz Fire crews later that day responded to a report of a single vehicle motor vehicle accident on Hwy 7 by Ruby Creek, no accident was located, but it took our crew an hour to return to quarters because of the all the traffic backup from the Herling Island accident and road closure. July 15 had Agassiz Fire Department respond to a single vehicle accident on Rockwell Dr, the vehicle had left the roadway and plunged down the embankment. Upon arrival, fire crews were told both occupants were

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The lone male driver was found to be having a medical issue at the time of the accident. Fire crews assisted BCAS with patient care and vehicle stabilization. July 23 had fire crews paged to a call of wires down, upon arrival it was determined the wires were not hydro, but Telus and Cablevision. July 24 had pagers going off for a motor vehicle accident on Mt. Woodside, upon arrival crews found a single vehicle had lost control on the wet roadway and collided with the rock wall of the west bound lane. A male occupant was transported by BCAS. The early morning of July 26 had fire crews being paged to residential structure fire on Lougheed Hwy, when on scene incident command was informed that the fire had started on the kitchen stove, and had been knocked down by the lone male occupant of the house, fire crews entered the home checking for fire extension into the walls and ceiling with our thermal imaging camera, they removed the stove from the wall and set up ventilation to remove the smoke and heat from the building. The lone occupant was treated

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for smoke inhalation and transported to the Chilliwack Hospital by BCAS. The house had no working smoke detectors. Agassiz fire Department members want to remind the public to always check smoke detectors and replace batteries yearly. Fire officials were back on scene later that day to investigate the cause of this fire. July 29 had fire crews respond to assist BCAS on scene with a patient lift, fire department crews are often used in this manner helping free up ambulance crews for other emergencies. The month of July ended with fire crews attending to a motorcycle accident on Mt. Woodside, the male rider lost control after driving through a liquid on the road surface. He was later transported to the Chilliwack Hospital. Agassiz Fire crews attended a vehicle fire over the embankment on the south end of the Agassiz/Rosedale Bridge. Upon arrival on scene the fire crew found a single vehicle in the ditch fully involved. It was determined nobody was in the vehicle and fire crews from Agassiz and Popkum quickly extinguished the fire.

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RCMP change response to alarms RCMP serving Agassiz, Harrison Hot Springs, Chilliwack, Hope, and Boston Bar are changing how they respond to false alarms. Effective September 1, 2015 property alarms must be verified before police will take action. Police are defining a ‘verified alarm’ as one that has been confirmed by a property representative, key holder, witness or verification by two-way voice communication, video monitoring, multi-zone, or glass break activation.

“We are making the public aware of our change in policy which will place more of an onus on alarm owners to be responsible for the maintenance and operation of their systems” said Cpl. Mike Rail. Police will continue to respond to all monitored panic and medical alarms. “From the beginning of 2015 police have responded to over 1,400 false alarm complaints in the UFVRD taking us away from higher priority investigations” says Cpl.

Mike Rail, “and the change provides better utilization of our resources”. Here are some tips to help avoid a false alarm: • Have your alarm tested and serviced on a regular basis. • Have your alarm monitored by video or voice. • Know how to operate your alarm system. • Ensure property representatives are available.

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RCMP are seeking the public’s assistance as police investigate an alleged stabbing incident that occurred late Sunday morning. On Aug. 23 at approximately 11 a.m. police received a complaint of a male that was stabbed during an altercation between two groups of campers in the 11400 block of Gill Road. General Duty officers from Chilliwack and Agassiz supported by Agassiz General Investigation Section, the RCMP Integrated Police Dog Section and BC Ambulance personnel quickly responded and located

the victim. A 38-year-old man from Mission was transported to hospital with life threatening injuries. One man was taken into custody and later released by police. An nvestigation has revealed that the two groups of campers did not previously know one another, however police believe the victim was targeted. Police ask anyone with any information regarding this incident to contact the Chilliwack RCMP at 604792-4611 or, should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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The deaths of three firefighters in Washington State are a reminder of how much these brave people are putting on the line, on both sides of the border. Last Wednesday, three U.S. Forest Service firefighters died after their vehicle crashed and was likely caught by flames as they battled the Okanogan complex of fires near the town of Twisp. Four other firefighters were injured including one that was taken to hospital in critical condition. They were on the initial attack, trying to stop a fire before it could threaten nearby communities – in some cases, their hometown. Firefighters know how dangerous their jobs can be, whether it is day-today operations of our local department or forestry service crews battling major wildfires. But it’s so very easy for the public to take their work for granted, and it’s stunning when such a tragedy happens. Considering the level of danger, it is amazing that relatively few are lost. Evacuees from the Rock Creek blaze and other fires also are dealing with their personal adversity in loss of homes and livelihoods or the uncertainty of not yet knowing what has been lost. Last week the Sts'ailes band hosted an appreciation dinner to honour the efforts by so many during the battle to quell the fire on the western shores of Harrison Lake. But most of us aren’t directly exposed to the fires, complaining instead about about the smoke and poor air quality. It is all too easy to forget about the dangers faced by the people fighting these fires on our behalf. The deaths of Tom Zbyszewski, Rick Wheeler and Andrew Zajac show us how great the risk firefighters face is, and continues to be for the thousands of firefighters battling blazes in B.C. and Washington. As you read this, they are still digging in with shovels and axes in searing heat and choking smoke, struggling against so many fires it is hard to keep track. We want to extend our thanks to these brave men and women who are putting their lives in front of wildfires to protect people and property from devastation and death. ~ Black Press

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Tom Fletcher Victoria – On a recent drive through the B.C. Interior, I passed through McLure and Barriere, communities north of Kamloops that were devastated by wildfire in 2003. While these communities have recovered, blackened tree trunks are still visible where fires burned for 75 days and forced the evacuation of 3,800 people. With the early start to this year’s fire season, the media attention and effects of an unusual spring drought, you might think that B.C. is on pace to match that terrible summer. You would be wrong. As of last week, area burned and money spent by the B.C. Wildfire Service had only just exceeded the totals for mid-August during last summer’s fire season, which were high but

not remarkable. The number of individual fires is higher this year, but that’s mostly a result of lightning storm patterns. Spending has topped $200 million, as it did last year at this time before finishing just below $300 million. The 2003 total was above $400 million, and the 2009 season was slightly below that. Forests Minister Steve Thomson cautions that there are still many weeks to go and hot, dry conditions are expected for much of that. Once the damage is done for the year, the ministry reviews the impact on forests and begins assessment of which areas should be replanted and which should be left to regenerate naturally. Pine forests need fire to regenerate, and the strategy in recent years has been to allow fires to burn out naturally and contain them to protect people and property. Decades of fire suppression, based on viewing Crown forests strictly as a timber resource, helped create conditions

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for the beetle epidemic that has left vast quantities of dead wood to fuel more fires.

With the early start to this year’s fire season, the media attention and effects of an unusual spring drought, you might think that B.C. is on pace to match that terrible summer. You would be wrong.

The 2003 fire season set the tone for political debate on forest fire policy that has continued since then. The opposition points to recommendations from former Manitoba premier Gary Filmon that removing fuel from around communities is the best protection.

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This task has proven impossibly big, especially as rural community tax bases shrink, but the ideological dance continues in Victoria. The NDP campaigned in 2013 on a promise to double tree planting, and its general approach is to spend more money and hire more staff. Speaking of political dances, Premier Christy Clark has made a couple of appearances at fire sites where homes and businesses have been threatened or destroyed. (Today’s big-city media formula is to emphasize danger and promote attacks on premiers of all stripes. If they don’t visit disasters, they are callous and uncaring. If they do, they’re exploiting the situation for photo ops.) In her first fire scene appearance this summer, Clark warned that drought and huge fires may be “the new normal” for B.C. as climate warms and shifts. This is great positioning for the government’s plan to attend the latest global climate doom festival in Paris this fall, but it’s not borne out by recent OFFICE HOURS Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed Sat., Sun., & Mon.

forest fire results. In terms of dollars spent and area burned, the years 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 were all well below average. Last year and 2009 were substantially above average, but 2008 and 2013 were among the quietest years on record. Is drought the “new normal” too? The B.C. government’s own climate change forecast is for increasing overall precipitation, albeit with more rain and less snow. Snowpacks for southern B.C. were indeed the lowest on record this past winter, but that record only goes back 31 years. And when were high snowfall records last broken? That would be 2011. Tom Fletcher is legislature reporter and columnist for Black Press. Twitter: @tomfletcherbc Email: tfletcher@blackpress.ca

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Fred Simon, 90, and a long-time resident of Harrison has passed away. Fred lived in a cottage on Hot Springs Road before moving to Eagle Street and could often be seen hitchhiking en-route to Agassiz for groceries, wearing a greatcoat and carrying a leather satchel. Born in Bonn, he retained a strong German accent which didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help him to communicate his original ideas on science, government and life in general. He once designed and flew a Canadian Flag with a green maple leaf and he volunteered for many community projects. He was a major force on the spray team when we had sandsculptures in Harrison. The lovely white oak tree which provides shade in the middle of Spring Park (beside the playground) was donated to the community by Fred who will be remembered as one of the villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s unique and colourful characters.

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Bands on the Beach is set to go for Labour Day weekend in Harrison Hot Springs. Saturday, Sept. 5 and Sunday, Sept. 6, the bandstand stage on Harrison's beachfront will be the place to be. Come for one show or all, there's something for everyone. Bands on the Beach has grown over the last four years, with a regular audience coming back each Labour Day weekend, according to Todd Richard, event organizer and the lead man of one of the weekend's performing bands. Some stay for a show or two, some plunk down on their chairs and can be found enjoying show after great show. "We get a lot of folks that come back every year and they plan to be out for the whole weekend," reports Richard. Richard says there's quite the variety, with a blues jazz band, a new Indie act, a couple country bands and more. Bands include Todd Richard and the TR Band, the Greg Drummond Band, Rocket Science, Jackson Hollow, Trevor Murray,

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Hobie Cat Regatta - August 29 & 30 at Rendall Park, Harrison Hot Springs. View the colourful display of sails as they race across the lake. Bands on the Beach - Enjoy free live music September 5 & 6 starting at 1pm at the bandstand. FMI visit tourismharrison.com Harrison Country Craft - September 5 & 6 from 11am-5pm at the Harrison Memorial Hall. Free admission. FMI visit harrisonfestival.com

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Hooked on Books: Agassiz Library Book the 4th Wednesday of each month at the Club takes place on the third Tuesday of Lion’s Den in the Ag-Rec Hall, 6800 Pioneer every month, starting at 6:30pm at the Ave. FMI call Joey at 604-796-9951 Agassiz Library. Love to read and want to talk about what you’re reading? You don’t Hope Christian Women’s Club Brunch - Free have to be a member, just drop in when you nursery by reservation as well. For info & can. Pick up the book at the library any time reservations call Raye 604-869-5420 before the meeting and get ready to share Agassiz Harrison Community Drivers your opinions! Program - A community based volunteer Scrabble Club - Wednesdays, 2 pm - 4 pm at driver program providing rides to all local, Agassiz Library. Free, drop in, all skill levels Fraser Valley & Lower Mainland medical welcome. Enjoy the game, friendship and a appointments & other personal services. Always looking for more drivers. Call 604cup of coffee. 798-6228, email agharcommdrivers@ Stitch “n” Rip - Every Tuesday from 9 am - outlook.com or visit 7046 Pioneer Ave., 1 pm. Come to the Harrison Mills Hall with Agassiz. any unfinished sewing, stitching, knitting Friendship House Nickel Bingo on Mon. at projects, etc. FMI call Kim 604-796-2336. 1 pm, Tues. Bridge and Cribbage at 1 pm, Olive Branch Dinners - Come join us for a Sit and Be Fit 10:30 am Mon. & Fri., Drop-in free home cooked meal. Tuesdays 5 - 6 pm. Floor Curling 7 pm Thurs. 7571 Morrow Rd, ACS gym. No expectations, enjoy community companionship. Families Kent-Harrison Arts Council - KHAC meets the third Sunday of each month. & all ages welcome. FMI call (604) 796-8604 or email us at T.O.P.S. - Meets Thursdays at 9:30 am, or 5:45 kentharrisonartscouncil@shaw.ca pm., at the Agassiz Christian Church. Harrison International All-weather Tennis Agassiz-Harrison Community Services Club - Drop-in tennis at 8 am daily at the Thrift Store - We’re looking for volunteers! Spring Park tennis complex. All are welcome. Open Monday - Saturday from 10 am - 4 pm. Good fun and exercise is guaranteed at no Feel free to come by 6919 Cheam Avenue or cost. FMI contact John Allen 796-9117 call 604-796-9932 FMI. Jam Session - Every 1st & 3rd Saturday of the Royal Canadian Legion - Hosts drop-in month from 7pm - 10:30pm by donation. “Fun Darts” every Mon. at 4 pm & Fri. at 8 Everyone welcome, bring an instrument and pm, Players needed, arrive early to register. a friend! OAP Hall, Friendship Hall. FMI call Cribbage daily. Non-members welcome. Call Derry at 604-796-1084 604-796-2332 Lions TV Bingo - Thursday nights at 6 pm on The Wednesday Walkers - Easy hiking every Shaw Cable. Pick up your bingo cards at The Wednesday. FMI call Eleanor 604-795-0076 Source - Chehalis Store & Ledoux Hardware Knitting/Crochet Sisters Group - Projects The Chilliwack MS Multiple Sclerosis Selffor worthy causes. Contact Alice 604-796- Help Group - Meets every third Wednesday 3060 or email agisborne@shaw.ca of each month from noon to 2pm at Agassiz Al-Anon. - Is someone’s drinking the lunchroom of the Royal Cafe 45886 affecting you? FMI call Shirley 604-796-9865 Wellington St., Chilliwack. New members welcome. FYI call Owen at 604-795-5216 or Anne 604-793-3103 The Agassiz-Harrison Ladies Golf Club Agassiz Elks Lounge - 1824 #9 Hwy, open Play at the Harrison Resort Course Tuesdays daily 3pm till closing. Everyone welcome at 4:50 pm and Thursdays at 9:30 am. All The Joy of singing with Doris and the levels welcome. FMI call 604-796-3592. Sunshine Ladies - Spend an hour with the Agassiz ESL Conversation Circles - Practice seniors in song. FMI call Doris at speaking English at the Agassiz Library 604-796-0442. Tuesdays from 1:15 - 2:15 in July and on Agassiz-Harrison Lions - Meet at 7 pm on August 4.

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INDEX IN BRIEF

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

EMPLOYMENT/EDUCATION

HOME/BUSINESS SERVICES

FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...............1-8 COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS ...9-57

OBITUARIES

COMING EVENTS

115

EDUCATION

130

HELP WANTED

TRAVEL.............................................61-76

130

HELP WANTED

The Old Settler Liquor Store is currently seeking cashiers. Customer service and cash experience is an asset. Please email resume to: sandrasettler@shaw.ca or fax to: 604-796-1034

CHILDREN ........................................80-98 EMPLOYMENT .............................102-198 BUSINESS SERVICES...................203-387 PETS & LIVESTOCK ......................453-483 MERCHANDISE FOR SALE...........503-587 REAL ESTATE ...............................603-696

134 .Kerrisdale Antiques Fair. Sept 5th & 6th. 10am-5pm. Kerrisdale Arena 5670 East Blvd. Vanc. Adm $7.

FLAGGERS NEEDED. No Certification? Get Certified, 604-575-3944

RENTALS ......................................703-757

AUTOMOTIVE ..............................804-862 MARINE .......................................903-920

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FAMILY ANNOUNCEMENTS 5

IN MEMORIAM

Suzuki, Andrew

May 11, 1952 - Aug. 27, 2013

Softly the leaves of memory fall. Gently we gather, treasure them all, Some may forget now that you are gone, We will remember no matter how long. Missed by Vicki, Ann (mother), and family.

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Mailhot Joseph Rolland Claude

May 27, 1948 August 16 , 2015 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Claude at Royal Columbian Hospital, New Westminster on August 16 surrounded by his family. Predeceased by his parents Maurice and Henedine Mailhot, his brother Jean Guy, and his sister Claudette. Survived by his wife Geraldine (Dickson), daughter Chantal and Brent Greenfield , son Jason and Michelle, grandchildren Blake and Brooke, and his brother Andre and Jacqueline . Claude was born at the farm in Ste. Gertrude, Quebec. A kind and fun loving family man, he was proud of his Quebecois heritage and his Christmas Eve celebrations. Family and friends lined up to taste his tourtiere, sausages, and vegetable soup. Claude served 21 years in the Canadian Military; P P C L I and Field Engineers and 21 years for Correctional Service Canada. He began and ended his military career in Quebec with time spent in Germany and Chilliwack. Claude was passionate about sports including broom ball, fast ball, and bowling. The last adventure of his life was after retirement where he spent more then 8 years in Bridge Lake enjoying riding his quad, clearing driveways, chopping wood, and partaking in the annual family fishing derby. He quietly gave back to the community working breakfasts and concession duty for Highway 24 Lions Club. With Claude’s passing we mourn the loss of a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and loyal friend. We will cherish memories of him forever in our hearts. The family is forever grateful to the staff of Royal Columbian Hospital HACU and the 4th floor Cardiac North and South, staff of Chilliwack General Hospital, Dr. John Chow, Dr. Wai Kon Son, and Dr. Markus Klaus for their compassionate care. If friends so wish donations may be made in his memory to the HACU at Royal Columbian Hospital. A gathering of friends and family to share and celebrate Claude’s life will be held on September 4th at the Harrison Beach Hotel, Chehalis Room from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.

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283 GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS

GUTTER & ROOF Cleaning/Power Washing since 1982. WCB/Liability insurance. Simon, 604-230-0627

287

HOME IMPROVEMENTS VECTOR RENO’S

Specializing in all interior & exterior home renovations & additions. Call 604-690-3327

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LANDSCAPING

LABOURERS

CHILLIWACK company looking for experienced cabinet installer as sub-trade for steady work. Must have your own tools and truck, great interpersonal skills & take pride in your craftsmanship. Must be able to read blueprints and CAD drawings, pay attention to detail, be prepared to problem solve, & be willing to go the extra mile. We pay a good rate, based on units. Email resume stating experience to michelle@klynkitchens.com

PERSONAL SERVICES .Dan Knoke Trucking 1-888-794-3388

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FINANCIAL SERVICES

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329 PAINTING & DECORATING www.paintspecial.com

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OBITUARIES

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109 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

HOTEL, RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICES

Help Wanted: Agassiz Deli Part-time for lunch rush 11am-2pm. Must have excellent customer service. Drop Resume at Agassiz Deli, 7098 Pioneer Ave. Agassiz

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PAINT SPECIAL 3 rooms for $299 2 coats any colour

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NO PAYMENT until Job is completed. Ask us about our Laminate Flooring. NORTH STARS PAINTING www.northstars-painting.com AMAZING WORK, AMAZING VALUE! 778.344.1069

GWELLYN RICHARD STRIKER July 3, 1941- June 5, 2015

We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Gwellyn (Gub) on June 5, 2015 at the age of 73. Gub grew up on a farm in Biggar, Saskatchewan and in 1948 moved to Agassiz with his family. After graduating from Agassiz High School he moved to Kitimat and worked for Alcan for 1-1/2 years. This job was not for him, so he decided to return to school attending BCIT to become a meat cutter. Upon completion, he relocated to Prince George and started working for Centennial Meat Packers. In 2000 at the age of 67 he decided to retire and enjoy the finer things in life. He was a man of few words who loved his family with quiet strength – he was especially proud of his nieces & nephews. Gub was devoted to his team of bowlers with whom he earned many trophies, showing his skill. He was also an avid crib player, and even received an award, plaque and trophy for obtaining a 29 hand. For the ones who play crib, you know how difficult and rare it is to achieve this hand. When he wasn’t playing cards you would have seen him enjoying a round golf with his brothers and friends. He is survived and sadly missed by his loving mother Vera, his brothers; Lloyd, Clarence (Amy), Stan (Jean), and Ted (Lorna), as well as his sister Valdeane (Ken). Also missing him are his numerous nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Gub was predeceased by his father Frederick and nephews Bradley and Clinton Striker. A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 4th at 1:00 pm at the Valley View Cemetery in Agassiz, followed by a Celebration of Life at the Agassiz Legion.

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ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

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ACCOUNTING/ BOOKKEEPING

Senior Accountant Reference NO. SACH81815 Location: Chilliwack, BC

The Senior Accountant is responsible for the accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end reporting. Other responsibilities include supporting the corporate team and eight stores with your expertise in accounting and financial reporting. The Senior Accountant is adaptable to change and focused on continuously improving process to maximize efficiency. Requirements t University degree in Accounting or Business with CMA, CGA designation t A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Senior Accountant role t Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles t Knowledge of auditing practices and principles t Strong Excel Skills t Experience with Pay Works would be an asset t Strong Analytical and Problem Solving skills t Knowledge of Sales Tax Acts and Regulations (GST & PST) t Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy t Ability to adapt to change and manage priorities Send resume to: fjohnstone@pcequip.ca

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MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 509

AUCTIONS

AERO AUCTIONS Upcoming Auctions: Thurs., Aug. 27 & Oct. 22, Edmonton. Live & On-Line Bidding. Mining excavation & transportation equipment, rock trucks, excavators, dozers, graders, trucks, trailers, misc attachments & more! Consignments welcome! Visit: aeroauctions.ca 1-888-600-9005.

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PASTURE

PLUMBING

Full Service Plumbing from Parker Dean. Fast, reliable, 24/7 service. Take $50 off your next job if you present this ad. Vancouver area. 1-800-573-2928

30255 Cedar Lane DL# 31038 604-855-0666

UNDER $100

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RUBBISH REMOVAL

MISC. FOR SALE

STEEL BUILDINGS... “SUMMER MADNESS SALE!” All Buildings, All Models. You’ll think we’ve gone MAD DEALS. Call Now and get your DEAL. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

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TRANSPORTATION 845

SCRAP CAR REMOVAL

The Scrapper

MISC. WANTED

FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com

Have Unwanted Firearms?

JUNK REMOVAL By RECYCLE-IT! 604.587.5865 www.recycleitcanada.ca

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SECURITY/ ALARM SYSTEMS

Have unwanted or inherited firearms in your possession? Don’t know how to dispose of them safely and legally? Contact Wanstalls and we will come and pick them up and pay you fair value for them. Wanstalls has been proudly serving the Lower Mainland firearms community since 1973. We are a government licensed firearms business with fully certified verifiers, armorers and appraisers.

Call today to set up an appointment 604-467-9232

Wanstalls Tactical & Sporting Arms

We Service all Makes • • •

ADT’s, DSC’s, Brinks & all others Medical & Fire Free* Alarm Systems 604-792-8055 / 854-8055

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VACUUMS

MORTGAGES

PETS

RENTALS

PETS

CATS GALORE, TLC has for adoption spayed & neutered adult cats. 604-309-5388 / 604-856-4866

CATS OF ALL DESCRIPTION in need of caring homes! All cats are spayed, neutered, vaccinated and dewormed. Visit us at:

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Financing Available

ACREAGE

WANTED: Acreage to rent. Grassland preferred. 4 , 5 , 10 acres or more. Call 604-795-0150

fraservalleyhumanesociety.com or call 1 (604)820-2977

ITALIAN MASTIFF (Cane Corso)

DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL AGASSIZ

Prkg, coin laundry, elevator & balcony, 5 min walk to all conveniences, down town. Available now. Call 604-703-3405

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GARAGE SALES

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GARAGE SALES

Agassiz

7035 York Crescent Saturday, August 29 9 am - 2 pm Dressers, book cases, movies, toys, plants etc. Agassiz

Yorkshire Terriers, P/B, not reg., dewormed, 1st shots, vet certificate. $800 & up. (604)846-7139

Garage Sale 4485 Humphrey Road

ANSWERS

Route

Boundaries

# of Papers

CHILLIWACK 903-04

Macken, Mayfair, Menzies, Riverside, Woodland

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SARDIS 922-23

Blackwood Lane

922-22

Concord, Marigold, Silverthorne, South Sumas 64

PROMONTORY 923-12

Markel, Valleyview

923-18

Lear, Skyview, Sylvan, Valleyview

ROSEDALE 960-04

McGrath, Muirhead, Munro, Nevin, Sache

YARROW 935-08

Eckert, Ratzlaff

935-06

Harder, Prairie, Regal, Tyler, Walmart, Wilson

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604-702-5558

45860 Spadina Ave, Chilliwack

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TENDERS

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TENDERS

The District of Kent is requesting tenders for the provision of Janitorial Services for seven municipal buildings

Spacious and bright

new condo quality 1 bdrm...$650 and 2 bdrm...$800/m

AUGUST 27, 2015

KIDS & ADULTS NEEDED!

INVITATION TO TENDER JANITORIAL SERVICE CONTRACT 2015-09

T. Marlowe Manor

Sudoku

WE ARE LOOKING FOR NEWSPAPER CARRIERS

pick a part

(Under new Management)

NEED A GOOD HOME for a good dog or a good dog for a good home? We adopt dogs! Call 604856-3647 or www.856-dogs.com

SOME SHOES NEED FILLING

www.keytrackautosales.ca

1755 - #9 Hwy, Agassiz

ITALIAN MASTIFFS unregistered 6M 3F ready Sept 15 Tails, dewormed shots $1200 604-338-7587

Agassiz All Storage, located at: 7651 Industrial Way, Agassiz, BC and Bill Grantmyre of the last known address of: 309-1755 Hwy 9, Agassiz, BC, V0M 1A1; for unpaid rents totaling $947.75. If this amount is not paid on or before September 9, 2015, the unit contents and vehicles will be sold by public auction at a later date to settle unpaid rents.

APARTMENT/CONDO

Agassiz - 2 bdrm apt. for rent with 1 balconies, 1 bath, 2nd floor, parking & in-house laundry. close to everything,NS & NP. $850/mth call: 604-491-6380 or 778-834-1951

1 Purebred blue male. 1st shots, tails / d c removed. ULTIMATE FAMILY GUARDIAN Pet homes. $1000. 604-308-5665

In the matter of the Warehouse Lien Act:

1998 ACCURA 1.6 EL. 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#651 $2,900. 2004 DODGE CARAVAN 7psgr, loaded STK#525 $2,900. 2003 FORD FOCUS 4 dr, auto, Aircared, STK#545, $3,900. 2003 HONDA ODYSSEY 7psg full load, runs good, Aircared STK#530, $3,900. 2002 FORD F150 crew cab 4X4 auto, fully loaded, short box. STK#686 $5,900. 2007 DODGE Caravan 7 psgr, Aircared, STK#524 $5,900. 2007 KIA RONDO 4 dr, auto, 7 psgr, leather, runs good, STK#424. $9,900. 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA 4 dr sedan, loaded. No trade. STK#504. $10,900.

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PRIVATE MORTGAGE Lender. Funding smaller - 2nd, 3rd, & interim mortgages. No fees! Pls email: grpacific@telus.net Courtesy to agents.

WAREHOUSE LIEN

33166 South Fraser Way DL# 40083 778-908-5888

DON’T OVERPAY! rtmihomes.com “Your Smart Housing Solution” Canada’s Largest provider of manufactured housing. Text or call (844-334-2960). In stock 16’/20’/22’ Homes on Sale Now!

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2005 DODGE NEON, auto 4 dr sedan, a/c. STK#701. $1,995. 2003 HONDA CIVIC, auto 4 dr sedan loaded STK#666. $4,900 2004 ACURA EL 1.7 4dr sedan leather, sunroof, loaded, Only this week! STK#724. $5,900. 2005 NISSAN ALTIMA, auto, fully loaded, 4 dr, sedan. STK#699. Only! $5,900. 2007 DODGE CALIBER, 4 dr, auto. STK#602. $5,900. 2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, loaded. This week only! STK#710. $6,900. 2005 HONDA CIVIC, 4 dr, auto, loaded. STK#672. $6,900. 2009 FORD FOCUS 4dr,sedan loaded, auto STK#687 $6,900. 2008 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr auto, loaded. STK#691. $7,900. 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA, 4 dr, sedan, fully loaded, auto. STK#697. $7,900. 2007 PONTIAC TORRENT 4 dr, AWD, fully loaded, only 99K kms. STK#657 $9,900. 2008 HONDA CIVIC 2dr auto, s/roof, loaded STK#642 $9,900 2011 NISSAN Versa 4dr auto, h/bk, loaded, STK#721 $9,900. 2010 TOYOTA COROLLA 4dr, sedan, auto, fully loaded, STK# 731. $11,900. 2012 NISSAN SENTRA 4dr, sedan, auto, fully loaded, STK#723. $11,900. 2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA 4 dr, auto, fully loaded. This week only! STK#721 $12,900. 2012 HONDA CIVIC 4 dr, auto, loaded, STK#695. $14,900. 2008 CHEV 1500 LT. Crew cab, 4X4, auto, short box, fully loaded. STK#600. $16,900.

REAL ESTATE

from $499 (Made in BC) Repairs & Service. We extend warranties to all makes. Vacuum needs a service every 5 years just like an oil change! 604-792-8055 / 854-8055

TRUCKS & VANS

KEY TRACK AUTO SALES Abbotsford

Wanted to rent 5 to 10 acres & a care taker for horses. Rental to include daily feeding. All food & hay is provided. Pls. call 604-795-0150

Nocturno Upright Piano for sale Sacrifice price $100 Call: 604-796-2967

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Pasture Needed

A-1 Painting Company - Interior / Exterior 20 years exp. Summer Special 10% off (604)723-8434

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TRANSPORTATION

Multi-Family Garage Sale

2216 Lougheed Hwy

Tender packages are available at the Municipal Hall in Agassiz and can be picked up during regular office hours between the hours of 8:30 am – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Tender packages are also available at: www.district.kent.bc.ca. Tenders must be submitted in accordance with the Tender Submission Details outlined in the tender information package. A mandatory facility tour has been arranged for Wednesday, September 16, 2015, commencing at the Municipal Hall, 7170 Cheam Avenue, Agassiz, BC at 1:30 p.m. Those interested in submitting a tender must be in attendance.

(Trailer Park beside the motel)

Saturday, Aug 29, 2015 9 am to 3 pm Tools, boat, fish tackle, furniture, household items and more. MOVING must downsize. Aug 29 & 30, 10am-4pm. Various household items. Spare room hardly used double box spring and mattress, never used still in the box 20” Earthwise cordless electric mower and battery. Gentlemen’s peddle bike. 1-7543 Morrow Road, Agassiz.

Sunday, August 30 9 am to 3 pm

ADVERTISE

YOUR

GARAGE SALE

14.29

+ Tax Includes 2 signs and sales tips. WILL BE ONLINE TOO!

Call Tanya at 604-796-4300 or classiÄed@ahobserver.com

Tenders for Janitor Services will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. (local time) on Friday, October 2, 2015. Three (3) Tenders (One (1) original plus Two (2) copies) should be marked 2015-09 Janitorial Service Contract and mailed or hand delivered in a sealed envelope to: District of Kent Janitorial Service Contract 2015-09 PO Box 70 7170 Cheam Avenue Agassiz, BC V0M 1A0 The District of Kent reserves the right to accept or reject any or all tenders at its sole discretion and to accept any tender it considers advantageous at any price submitted. The lowest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. All bids should include the minimum particulars: staff qualifications, experience, references, criminal record check and fee structures (as outlined in the Tender Submission Details outlined in the tender information package). For further information contact: Kerry Hilts Director of Community Services District of Kent Phone: (604) 796-2235

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AGASSIZ’S NEIGHBOURHOOD PUB

David and Sharon would like to thank Agassiz for a fantastic two years and wish the new owners all the best

HAPPY HOUR EVERY WEEKDAY FROM 2PM - 5PM DOMESTIC BEER BOTTLES 341ML $3.75 16OZ DRAFT BEER ALL BRANDS $4.75 1OZ BAR HI BALLS $3.50 DOUBLE 2OZ HI BALLS $6.50 1LB OF WINGS FOR $6.99

KE KARAOYS! FRIDA AT STARTS 8:30 PM

T FREE MEA DRAW 1 PM - 6 PM

OPEN AT 9AM

SUNDAYS BACON & EGGS

$3.99

UNTIL 4PM

SATURDAYS

$4.75 BLACK LABEL 16 OZ PINT & $3.50 355ML CANS OF OLD MILWAUKEE DAILY!

WEEKLY SPECIALS!* MONDAY - All You Can Eat Spaghetti $7 @4pm TUESDAY - $3 Burgers

@ 4pm WEDNESDAY - Wings 75¢ each @4pm Pterodactyl Style Pulled Pork Sandwiches $4.99 ALL DAY THURSDAY - Famous Fish & Chips $5.99 ALL DAY

FRIDAY - 6oz NY Steak Dinner $7.99 @ 4pm SATURDAY - Ribs $8.99

w/Chicken $12.99 Starting at 4pm SUNDAY - Bacon & Eggs $3.99 until 4 pm 2 for 1 appies 4 pm - 10 pm. *ALL FOOD SPECIALS ARE IN HOUSE AND REQUIRE THE PURCHASE OF A BEVERAGE

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