October Chamber Link Newsletter 2018

OCTOBER 2018

What’s Inside...

Fall Membership Drive 2 Upcoming Candidate Forum 3 Tales from the Top 5 Ribbon Cuttings 6 Vote Yes on Prop D 8 Member News & Events 9 Networking Opportunities 10 October Calendar 12

Members of the Leadership Lee’s Summit program enjoyed some fresh air and completed a team-building exercise at Paradise Park during the September class.

Yours Truly,

2018 BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS Rosalie Newkirk, Chair HSMC Orizon LLC Jon Garlow, Chair-Elect Wells Fargo Advisors Trisha Goodale, Treasurer Midwest Property Resources Tyler Morehead, Chair Emeritus Morehead Agency, LLC VICE CHAIRS Carson Graff, Community Development Bank Midwest Mike Maksin, Membership Development N2 Publishing–Neighborhood Publications Ben Seidel, Economic Development Igniting Business, LLC BOARD MEMBERS LaTonya Burgette Great Southern Bank Susan Coffman Lee’s Summit CARES Tim Denker Denker Law Firm Andrew Felker Chinnery Evans & Nail, P.C. Melissa Grinlinton Reinhart Foodservice Liesl Hays The Browning Bed & Breakfast Clint Haynes NextGen Wealth Kristi Johnson-Ware Central Bank of the Midwest Seth Kakuske Junkluggers Kim Klockenga John Knox Village Lauren Moxley-Johnson Tingle Flooring Cara McElhaney ENT Associates of Greater Kansas City Linda Smith Individual Member Debbie Stoddard Budget Blinds of Lee’s Summit Tim Van Zandt Saint Luke’s Health System EX-OFFICIO Steve Arbo City of Lee’s Summit Carl Chinnery, Legal Counsel Chinnery, Evans & Nail, PC Dr. Dennis Carpenter R-7 School District Dr. Utpal Goswami MCC-Longview Mayor Bill Baird City of Lee’s Summit CHAMBER STAFF Blake Fry, President Matt Baird, Director of Business & Gov’t Relations Stephanie Kusek, Director of Communications Stacy Needels, Director of Special Events Cathy Young, IOM, Director of Member Services Heather Thompson, Advertising Manager Agi Bako-LaFave, Office Manager Vanessa King, Bookkeeper Jordan Straits, Creative Coordinator page 2 Marilyn Pemberton, Part-time Assistant

WHO’S IN YOUR CORNER? FALL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE JOIN THE CHAMBER IN OCTOBER AND ENJOY SPECIAL PERKS, AS WELL AS ALL OF THE BENEFITS OF CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP

The Chamber is running a Fall Membership Drive during the month of October! Any new member that joins will receive all of the benefits of Chamber membership, in addition to the following perks:

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One-time $25 enrollment fee waived Free monthly membership luncheon - $20 value Free set of current member mailing labels - $100 value Free online listing upgrade to include company logo - $75 value Inclusion in the 2019 printed Membership Directory, as well as an immediate presence in the online directory • Entered into a drawing for two free weeks of digital outdoor advertising - $750 value Each member who recruits a new member during the month of October will be entered into a drawing for an opportunity to win one of three cash prizes ($200, $150 and $50). Your name will be entered once for each new member you recruit, which means the more new members you recruit, the better your chance to win!

Your name also will be entered into our regular drawing for an opportunity to win $100 at the Chamber’s membership luncheon.

View the online application and rates at LSchamber.com. Need help while you’re out recruiting? Contact Cathy Young, director of member services, at cyoung@lschamber.com.

Chamber Hosting General Election Candidate Forum on October 10 On November 6, voters will cast their ballots in the General Election to elect new State Representatives and Senators.

The Lee’s Summit Chamber is hosting a Candidate Forum on Wednesday, Oct. 10 at the Missouri Innovation Campus.

Doors open at 6 p.m. for an opportunity to meet the candidates, with the forum beginning at 6:30 p.m.

The event is a great opportunity to hear from the candidates and their stances on certain issues. Residents are also encouraged to download the General Election Candidate Profiles on the Chamber’s website to learn more. The event will be live streamed on the Chamber’s Facebook page for those who are unable to attend. The candidates vying for seats are:

District 30

District 31

District 34

District 35

Senate District 8

Brad Eichstadt (L) Ryana Parks-Shaw (D) Jon Patterson (R)

Travis Hagewood (D) Dan Stacy (R)

Jim Ripley (D) Rebecca Roeber (R)

Keri Ingle (D) Tom Lovell (R)

Mike Cierpiot (R) Hillary Shields (D)

The event is open to the public. The Chamber urges residents to have a voice and make an educated vote on November 6. The deadline to register to vote is October 10. Contact Matt Baird at mbaird@lschamber.com for additional information.

2019

2019 is Closer than You Think...

The Lee’s Summit Chamber is once again producing the popular community calendar featuring images showcasing our great city. We’ll be printing 3,000 calendars and distributing them throughout the area, beginning at the Mayor’s Tree Lighting on November 16.

Calendars offer a unique advertising opportunity because of the long shelf life and how they are displayed. Please note that ad space is extremely limited and will be sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you have a special event or anniversary you want to promote during a certain month, don’t delay in booking your space.

Join us in celebrating all things Lee’s Summit and preparing for a great 2019. Contact Heather Thompson at hthompson@lschamber.com or 816.524.2424 for advertising information.

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Very Good Sponsors Bank Midwest • Chinnery Evans & Nail, P.C. • HSMC Orizon • Julia E. Hampton, CPA, PC Missouri Association of Trial Attorneys • Shining Light Music • Spilker McKeone & Nelson PC • Vital Signs • Weed Man Shatzen Kickenoffen Sponsor Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport

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Home Brew Sponsor Grains & Taps

Baby Contest Sponsor The Goddard School

New Date, Time for City Council Meetings

Beginning October 2, all City Council meetings will be held on Tuesdays with meetings starting at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers. Don’t forget you can also stream the meetings on LSTV. Visit cityofLS.net for details.

CYP Tales from the Top Luncheon Set for Oct. 16 The Chamber Young Professionals are hosting a Tales from the Top Luncheon from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 16 at Smoke Brewing Co. Several local leaders, including Lynn Hinkle (Great Southern Bank), Elaine Metcalf (Pro Deo Youth Center), Blake Fry (Lee’s Summit Chamber) and others will join CYPs for a roundtable discussion. Topics will revolve around “Things you wish you would’ve known at 30,” including work-life balance, community involvement, useful skills to learn and more.

The cost is $10 to attend; register at LSchamber.com.

The CYP group is open to members ages 21-35. Contact Stephanie Kusek, director of communications, at skusek@lschamber.com with questions.

4:30-7 p.m. tuesday, oct. 23 The View, 13500 Byars rd. grandview Join 200+ of your Chamber colleagues and sail into some fun at this cruise-themed event featuring networking, vendor showcases, heavy hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, photobooth and much more.

Mega Chamber Sponsor $300 – Includes 6’ table, 4 reservations, logo on program and sponsor sign, recognition in 4 Chamber newsletters, opportunity to hang banner at event Full Metro Expo Display $150 Early Bird (before Oct. 5) or $175 Includes 6’ table, 2 reservations Half Metro Expo Display $75 Early Bird (before Oct. 5) or $100 Includes half of 6’ table and 1 reservation (shared table with another vendor) Individual Registrations $20 in advance (by Oct. 17) or $25 at the door Deadline for sponsorships & expo displays is October 12 Visit LSchamber.com to register for a sponsorship, expo table or individual registration.

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Ribbon Cutting Celebrations Custom Eyes

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Custom Eyes celebrated a ribbon cutting on Sept. 5 at its offices at 3660 NE Ralph Powell Rd.

On Sept. 6, Seventh Wave Insurance hosted a ribbon cutting on at 410 SE 3rd St., Ste. 106D.

Custom Eyes is a clinic specializing in all of your vision needs. From eye exams and hard-to-fit contact lenses, to computer vision problems and specialty lenses, they handle it all. Visit them to find the best advice and fit to cater to your lifestyle needs. customeyeskc.com

Seventh Wave offers many options of reputable insurance carriers to match clients’ needs including auto, home, motorcycle, boat, RV, ATV, landlord properties, umbrella, life, commercial, and workers compensation among other insurance options. seventhwaveinsurance.com

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Cornerstone Dermatology & Surgery Group celebrated a ribbon cutting and open house on Sept. 12 at its new offices, 601 NW O’Brien Rd. Cornerstone Dermatology & Surgery Group is your foundation for compassionate, expert care. Their mission is to provide the highest quality of medical, surgical and aesthetic dermatology that values you, the patient, as an individual. cornerstonedermatology.com

Member Renewals The following are member renewals and number of years they have been members.

BREAKFAST 7:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13 Missouri Innovation Campus Join us for Breakfast for Champions at 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13 at the Missouri Innovation Campus. We’ll hear from Mr. KC Small Business of the Year Winner Josh Rowland, and also updates from Velocity Lee’s Summit.

Josh Rowland is the Chief Executive Office and Vice Chairman of Lead Bank, a Missouri-chartered community bank with three locations, including the Kansas City Crossroads. Josh serves in multiple management roles at the Bank, including membership in the Bank’s Executive Committee, Loan Committee, and oversight of the marketing and technology functions.

Josh was named a “Top 10 Most Innovative CEOs for 2018” by INV Fintech as well as ICBA 2018 Community Banker of the Year for the Central region. He is a featured speaker at national banking conferences; most recently Josh presented at Bank Innovation 2018 and Lend Connect 2018. As a 2018 Mr. KC Small Business of the Year Winner, Josh is also on the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce board.

Register online at LSchamber.com; cost is $10 per person. Contact Matt Baird at mbaird@lschamber.com for more information.

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Lakewood Oaks Golf Club 33 Hollis + Miller Architects 32 Chief Heating & Cooling, Inc. 26 Hess Roofing Company 18 Lee’s Summit Dermatology Associates, P.C. 18 Lee’s Summit Honda 18 Mechanical Breakdown Protection 18 Siki Japanese Restaurant & Sushi Bar 18 Cameron’s Home Furnishings 17 CARSTAR/ Summit Auto Body 17 Park University-Independence Campus 15 Central States Beverage Company 14 Lee’s Summit Family Eyecare 14 Olympic Lawn & Landscape, Inc. 14 Rachel House Pregnancy Resource Centers, Inc. 14 CertaPro Painters 13 MO Assoc. of Trial Attorneys 13 The Manor Homes of Arborwalk 13 Akira Spa & Salon, L.L.C. 12 Thomas E. Moore, D.D.S., P.C. 11 Toshiba Business Solutions-MOKS 11 The Cleaning Authority 10 Lee’s Summit Family Care-Murray Rd 9 Eagle Fluid Power, Inc. 8 Family Health Specialists of Lee’s Summit 8 Family Care at Arbor Walk 8 Home Instead Senior Care 8 Classic Contracting LLC 7 American Funding Solutions LLC 7 Whistle Stop Coffee & Mercantile 6 Lakewood Orthodontics 5 Libby Lane Early Childhood Center 5 Midwest Neurosciences Institute at Lee’s Summit 5 NextGen Wealth q 5 Polaris Insurance Solutions, proud affiliate of HST 5 Advanced Sports & Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture 4 Summit Hickory Pit BBQ 4 Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue 4 Volkswagen Lee’s Summit 4 University of Kansas Edwards Campus 4 Chappelle & Associates 3 Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 2 CommunityAmerica Credit Union-Blue Pkwy 2 Kansas City Business Solutions 2 Lee’s Summit Family Care-Lakewood 2 Premier Dental, LLC 2 Waldo Pizza 2 Kansas City Cardiology 1 Ki Chi Healing Arts Center 1 Northcraft Flooring & Design LLC 1 RE/MAX Elite - Kim Glaser Wheeler 1 Scantek Infrared Services 1 Summit Square Apartments 1

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Vote

YES on Prop D 17

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33,856 highway miles in Missouri

The November 6 General Election is nearing and along with the Senate and House races is an important issue that will affect all of us: Proposition D. Prop D, also known as House Bill 1460, is a statutory referendum to fund Missouri state law enforcement and maintenance for highways, bridges, roads and streets. It has been endorsed by the Chamber’s Board of Directors and voters are encouraged to vote yes.

Missouri is currently ranked 49th in the nation on motor fuel taxes, at only 17 cents per gallon, and has the nation’s seventh largest system with 33,856 miles of highways. The 17-cent tax was last raised in 1996, which when adjusted for inflation, is worth about 7 cents in 1996 dollars. Prop D would increase the motor fuel tax 10 cents over four years, or two and a half cents annually. On average, drivers will spend an additional $1.28 per month, and up to $5.10 per month when fully funded.

The Missouri Constitution requires that motor fuel tax revenues can only be used for:

1. The cost of collecting the revenue 2. Local and state roads and bridges 3. The Missouri State Highway Patrol, for the actual cost of enforcing Missouri’s laws on state highways The actual ballot language voters will see on November 6 reads as follows:

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July 1, 2019, exempt Special Olympic, Paralympic, and Olympic prizes from state taxes, and to establish the Emergency State Freight Bottleneck Fund?

The ballot language mentions that the amendment would fund Missouri state law enforcement. If passed, this measure will generate at least $288 million annually to the State Road Fund to provide for the funding of Missouri state law. The Highway Patrol currently gets $261 million from MODOT to be well equipped to protect drivers and respond to accidents across the state. That will change to $288 million, plus $123 million annually to local governments for road construction and maintenance.

When the transportation components of Prop D were amended into HB 1460 during legislative session, the bill came to have three major components. The Special Olympic, Paralympic, and Olympic prize tax exemptions ensure that Olympians do not have to pay state income taxes on their medal or cash prizes awarded by the U.S. Olympic Committee. The Emergency State Freight Bottleneck Fund is set up to pair state general revenue (not road fund money) with local and federal funding to address extreme freight bottlenecks found at some major highway intersections.

While the ballot language may be a bit confusing, it is imperative that voters educate themselves and vote YES on Prop D. This will put Missouri on the path to maintaining our infrastructure and keeping our roads and bridges safe for travelers. Questions about Prop D can be directed to Matt Baird, director of business and governmental relations, at mbaird@lschamber.com.

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Member News & Events Enrollment at SCA Hits Historic Record Summit Christian Academy’s (SCA) 29th year finds them celebrating a record number of students filling the PreSchool-12th grade halls.

Growth has been seen at the Early Education, Elementary, and Secondary levels with total enrollment currently at 810 students. Enrollment is up 6.3 percent over last school year which ended the year with 762 students.

“I have had the privilege of interviewing 87 new families representing 150 students. I hear excitement in their voices as they talk about what we will offer their students academically. They are very grateful their children’s faith will be supported by godly and engaged teachers,” commented Head of School Linda Harrelson.

Director of Development Sarah Coats said, “Each year, we see and hear from more and more families that are moving to the Lee’s Summit community to be part of the SCA community. They are seeking a school that is not only academically rigorous, but more importantly where Christ is at the center of their child’s education. We find it a privilege and blessing that they are selecting SCA.” SCA’s International Program is also growing by adding students from the countries of Peru and France, which have not been represented before. The 23 international students come from China, South Korea, Brazil, France, Russia, and Peru.

International Program Director Kathy Tharp commented, “SCA’s global network is now reaching into the next generation, friends and family of the 103 international students who have come through SCA. Our entire student body benefits from the multi-cultural atmosphere through the exchange of perspectives, cultures, ideas, and friendships.”

City Hosting Blood Drive on Oct. 1 to Combat Emergency Blood Shortage The City of Lee’s Summit, in partnership with the Community Blood Center, is hosting a community blood drive from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Oct. 1 in the Howard Conference Room of City Hall, 220 SE Green St. The Community Blood Center is experiencing an emergency blood shortage. All blood types are needed, especially Type O. The City’s goal is to collect 45 units of blood during the event. Walk-in donors are allowed, but it is preferred that donors sign up in advance to prevent long waits.

There are certain requirements to donate blood. Donors must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good overall health. Donors can be 16 years old with written consent from a parent or legal guardian. It is also important to drink plenty of fluids and eat a good meal prior to donating blood.

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October Networking Opportunities & Seminars

Register for the events below online at LSchamber.com under the Calendar of Events

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Join us from 4:30–6 p.m. Thursday, October 11 for a Chamber After Hours event at Alissa’s Flowers & Interiors, 19321 E. 40 Hwy. Ste. H.

Join us from 7:30–8:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 23 for Chamber Before Hours at the Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport, 2751B NE Douglas St.

Head to Alissa’s for a Phantom of the Opera themed event with snacks and drinks. Network and build business with Chamber members and do a little bit of shopping! They’ll be offering buy one item, get the second half off, and will also be doing some fun giveaways for gift cards.

Celebrate the season with a fall themed Before Hours at the airport! Check out the hangar and view some of the planes while you munch on breakfast goodies before heading to the office. Be sure to bring your business cards for new connections and also enter to win prizes and giveaways!

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Friday, October 19 Gamber Community Center, 4 SE Independence Ave. Speaker: Laura Schmidt, notes to self

Tax Tips to Save You Time & Money 4-5 p.m. | October 2 | Missouri Innovation Campus Rosalie Newkirk, Jennie Swearngin, & Camron Hoorfar

Laura Schmidt, of Prairie Village, Kansas will share how she’s created a company and brand, notes to self®, around the idea that ‘words make all the difference’.

You may be familiar with their main product - notes to self® positive affirmation socks. Join us to hear more about the brand and Laura’s journey.

Reservations are required; visit LSchamber.com, or call 816.524.2424. Deadline is noon Monday, Oct. 15.

With 2018 wrapping up and a new year approaching, that only means one thing: it’s tax time! To help prepare you, the Lee’s Summit Chamber has brought together a panel of tax experts who will discuss year-end tax planning to include the do’s and don’ts of filing, setting up a 401(k), whether to buy or sell equipment, what to do with investments, and key takeaways for businesses from the recently passed tax reform. Bring your notepad and get ready to talk numbers!

Sponsor: Saint Luke’s East Hospital

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Registering for events is easy at LSchamber.com! Just click on the event you wish to attend and log in with your member ID. Need help or don’t know your password? Call 816.524.2424 for help. page page1010

Welcome to Our Newest Members A1 Mortgage Group, LLC Ami Buccero 200 NW EXECUTIVE WAY LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 875-2522 F: (816) 875-4214 E: abuccero@mya1mortgage.com mya1mortgage.com F.I.T. Muscle & Joint Clinic Krista Schoutko 1634 SE BLUE PARKWAY LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 944-4244 F: (816) 944-4245 E: krista@fitmjc.com fitmjc.com Jim Hallam State Farm Jim Hallam 1225 NE DOUGLAS STREET LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 554-2100 F: (816) 554-2111 E: jim@jimhallam.net jimhallam.net Herc Rentals, Inc. Drew Lollar 707 EAST 16TH STREET KANSAS CITY, MO 64108 (816) 509-9464 E: dlollar@hercrentals.com HercRentals.com

Infinite Wellness of Kansas City Ashley Williams 350 SW GREENWICH DRIVE LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 537-5995 F: (816) 945-7179 E: ashley@infinitewr.com InfiniteWellnessKC.com

Smile Doctors Braces by Dr. Hansen Lana Luebbert 309 SW MARKET ST LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64063 (816) 246-4671 E: lana.luebbert@smiledoctors.com smiledoctors.com Texas Roadhouse Jennifer Tucker 740 NW BLUE PARKWAY LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64086 (816) 246-3909 F: (816) 246-3913 E: jennifer.tucker@texasroadhouse.com texasroadhouse.com

ProCorp Images Felicia Douglas 1331 NW MAIN STREET LEE’S SUMMT, MO 64086 (816) 668-3723 E: fdlogostuff@gmail.com logostuff.com Ripley Associates Angie Ripley 4243 NE LAKEWOOD WAY LEE’S SUMMIT, MO 64064 (816) 285-8760 E: angie@ripleyassociates.com ripleyassociates.com

For a complete list of Chamber members, visit LSchamber.com.

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October 2018 Calendar October 1 • Chamber Office Closed October 2 • 4 p.m., Recess for Success TOPIC: Tax Tips to Save You Time & Money PANELISTS: Rosalie Newkirk, Jennie Swearngin, Camron Hoorfar LOCATION: Missouri Innovation Campus, 1101 NW Innovation Pkwy SPONSOR: Marilyn Arnold Designs October 3 • 4 p.m., Groundbreaking, Ripley Associates, NE corner of Hook & Pryor Rd October 4 • 8 a.m., Health & Human Services Committee meeting, Spencer Reed Healhcare at John Knox Village-Manhattan Room, 1001 NW Chipman Rd • 4 p.m., Ribbon Cutting, Longview Mansion, LLC, 1200 SW Longview Park Dr October 9 • 4 p.m., Ribbon Cutting, Embers Candle Bar, 315 SE Douglas St October 10 • 8 a.m., Business Development Council, Depot • Noon, Ambassador Committee meeting, Depot • 6 p.m., General Election Candidate Forum, Missouri Innovation Campus, 1101 NW Innovation Pkwy October 11 • 8 a.m., Executive Committee meeting, Depot • 4:30-6 p.m., Chamber After Hours, Alissa’s Flowers & Interiors, 19321 East 40 Highway, Ste. H October 15 • 4 p.m., Gala Task Force meeting, Depot October 16 • 10 a.m., Ribbon Cutting, Onin Staffing, 208 NW McNary Ct • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Chamber Young Professionals Tales from the Top Luncheon, Smoke Brewing Co, 209 SE Main St October 17 • 8 a.m., Education Committee meeting, St. Michael the Archangel Catholic High School, 2901 Lee’s Summit Rd • Noon, Board of Directors Retreat, Bridge Space, 210 SW Market St October 19 • 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Monthly Membership Luncheon LOCATION: Gamber Community Center, 4 SE Independence Ave SPEAKER: Laura Schmidt, notes to self SPONSOR: Saint Luke’s East Hospital October 23 • 7:30 a.m., Chamber Before Hours, Lee’s Summit Municipal Airport, 2751B NE Douglas St • 4:30-7 p.m., Mega Chamber Office Party, The View, 13500 Byars Rd., Grandview October 24 • 4 p.m., Chamber Young Professionals Committee meeting, Stuey McBrew’s, 321 SE Main St October 26 • 7:30 a.m., Governmental Relations committee, John Knox Village-Manhattan Rm., 1001 NW Chipman Rd October 31 • Noon, Membership Committee meeting, Depot

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