New Westminster Record June 22 2023

22nd Street process revived

ENTERTAINMENT 11

Judy Garland show on screen

EVENTS 16

There’s

Shyama-Priyaperforms

shawldanceforNational IndigenousPeoplesDay inMoodyParkonJune21. Thecelebration,hostedby SpiritoftheChildrenSociety,broughthundredsof peopletotheparkto enjoy performances,storytelling, food,games,amarketplace,culturaldisplays andmore Childrenfrom localschoolsanddaycares joinedcommunitymembersandVIPs including QayqaytFirstNationChief

RhondaLarrabee,Mayor

PatrickJohnstoneandMLA

JenniferWhiteside fora dayoffestivities

JulieMacLellan

jmaclellan@newwestrecord.ca

The NewWestminster school board is pushing for the resignation of a trustee at the centre of a controversy over her use of a fakeTwitter account

Dee Beattie has taken a medical leave of absence from her position on school board following last week’s revelations that she had used a fakeTwitter account to troll parents and others including former B C Teachers’ Federation presidentTeri Mooring, teacher and COVID awareness advocate Jennifer Heighton, and former trustee Mary Lalji

Board chair Maya Russell, in a media appearance Tuesday afternoon, said the board has been “deeply shaken” by Beattie’s conduct

“It’s essential that she resign,” Russell said. “The conduct was completely unacceptable ”

PHOTO JULIE MACLELLAN

A closer look ‘Huge opportunity’: 22nd Street plans revived

TheresaMcManus tmcmanus@newwestrecord ca

NewWestminster is relaunching a visioning process for the 22nd Street SkyTrain station area after previous efforts were put on hold because of the pandemic and staffing challenges

During the 2017 update to the official community plan, the City of NewWestminster identified the area around the 22nd Street SkyTrain station as a place that could accommodate higher density

In response to the city’s declaration of a climate emergency in 2019, council later endorsed a plan to create a “bold vision” for a climate-friendly, transit-oriented development around the SkyTrain station

Planning work related to this neighbourhood has been delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and staffing shortages and pandemic workload impacts.

But in a June 12 report to council, staff sought council’s direction on the relaunch of the visioning process for the neighbourhood

‘CLOSER COLLABORATION’ WITH FIRST NATIONS

The report noted staff had reached out to First Nations, in anticipation of relaunching the project in 2023, to gauge the level of interest in participating in the project.

“Early expressions of interest from several First Nations communities have created an opportunity to explore closer collaboration with them in this planning process, and embed reconciliation as a fundamental project focus along with climate-resilience aspirations,” said the report.

Council unanimously approved a recommendation directing staff to proceed with the proposed 22nd Street station

area bold vision process, with a dual focus on First Nations collaboration and building climate resilience.

The report outlined some of the work that’s been happening with this process, including engaging a consultant with experience in running “ideas competitions” and neighbourhood planning processes, exploring potential collaborations with Simon Fraser University and engaging with First Nations about their interesting in being involved in the process

The first step in the visioning process is to collaborate with First Nations Subsequent steps include inviting submissions on how to achieve the project’s goals (an ideas challenge), evaluating and shortlisting ideas, developing the ideas and concepts, presenting a vision to council and community members, and implementing the vision.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

According to the report, the next steps are to engage First Nations to better understand how they wish to participate in the process and to seek their feedback on the preliminary plan of running an ideas challenge and visioning process through 2023 and 2024.

Coun Nadine Nakagawa said she’s excited about the idea of having First Nations engagement and a climate focus for the neighbourhood

“I think there’s a lot of components of it that are really exciting,” she said “It’s a huge opportunity for the city. So we do want to get it right, and we do want to ensure that it’s meeting all community members’ needs People in the area, obviously, it’s very, very important to them But other community members also will want to use any ameni-

ties that show up in that neighbourhood as well ”

COUNCILLORS CLASH

Coun Daniel Fontaine said Connaught Heights residents will be excited to see the process get underway He said he hosted a forum in April about densification in Connaught Heights, which was attended by close to 100 residents

“I would love to see us move as quickly as we can.The residents have been waiting a long time.They’re excited about this. I’m excited about it,” he said. “I think this is a huge opportunity for us to revitalize the neighbourhood, build more affordable housing, build the diversity of housing in that community, and do it all within a transit-oriented development.”

Coun Ruby Campbell said she supports the approach recommended by staff, priotizing Indigenous engagement and climate resilience

“Planning communities using this approach is principled, and really sits better with me than the meeting that was held back

in April hosted by a real estate agent, and a councillor here has just mentioned that they hosted it, who’s working with developers’ interests in mind,” she said

Fontaine called a “point of order,” saying the comments weren’t factual as he hosted the event on his own

Rewording her concerns, Campbell said the meeting was attended and promoted by a real estate agent who is working with developers She noted the meeting was held at a city facility and advertised on the city’s website.

“How is the city going to differentiate that meeting from the process, knowing that there is a lot of confusion, and sometimes fatigue, around consultation?” she asked. “You know, sometimes people don’t come out twice. And so I just want to make sure … how are we going to ensure residents understand which is the legitimate consultation process ”

JackieTeed, acting director of climate action, planning and development, said that’s something staff could consider as they move forward with the application.

Fontaine took exception to the suggestion that the meeting he hosted was not legitimate. He said nearly 100 community members “were incredibly appreciative” of the fact an elected official wanted to hear from them

“There were people in that room who did not want the 22nd Street master plan to go ahead and there were people, a lot of them, who did. But it’s my role as an elected official to hear from people, and that’s an opportunity for me to do it; I did it,” he said.

“And I just want it to be clear, YourWorship, because I don’t want it left in the public’s mind that somehow what I did was illegitimate, or that I was somehow hosting or co-hosting this with a real-estate developer ”

Mayor Patrick Johnstone expressed concern that the discussion was going to get into a “two-way dialogue that’s probably not productive at all.”

He said the concern raised related to starting a public process when an event that wasn’t part of that process has already been held.

“I think there was some question about clarifying that these two processes are separate so people don’t feel like, ‘Well, I’ve already engaged in that, I don’t want to engage in this thing.’ I think the question was about the division between the two processes,” he said.

“And maybe we’ll leave it at that I think we should cool off ”

CHANGE AHEAD: SignsaroundConnaughtHeightsshowsomeneighbourhood supportforworkonthe22ndStreetstationareamasterplan.

PHOTO JULIE MACLELLAN

City relaunches visioning process for neighbourhood after‘bold vision’plans were put on pandemic hold

Daniel Fontaine citycouncillor

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NOTICE RESPECTING ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW

Under sections 464(2) and 467 of the Local Government Act

MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2023 AT 6:00 PM

Meeting held electronically and open to public attendance in Council Chamber, City Hall

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 8402, 2023 FOR 1032 & 1036 ST. ANDREWS STREET

Rezoning and Development Permit applications have been received for 1032 and 1036 St. Andrews Street

A total of 12 side-by-side, ground-oriented infill townhouse units are proposed across two buildings, which are 2- to 3-storeys with an overall Floor Space Ratio (FSR) of 1.00 All of the proposed units would be family-friendly, containing three bedrooms, and stratified. The development proposes 12 resident parking spaces and one visitor space

Long-term bicycle storage would be provided for each unit, as well as four short-term bicycle spaces, per Zoning Bylaw requirements. The proposal would rezone the properties from Single Detached Residential Districts (RS-1) to the site-specific Comprehensive Development District (1032 & 1036 St Andrews Street) (CD-98). The rezoning application is consistent with the Official Community Plan, and in accordance with sections 464(2) and 467 of the Local Government Act, the Corporation of the City of New Westminster will not hold a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No 8402, 2023.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?

From June 15 to June 26, 2023, the proposed bylaw and related material are available for inspection at Legislative Services, City Hall 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, and online at: newwestcity.ca/publicnotices

HOW CAN I BE HEARD?

Submissions to Council are welcome and encouraged, including written submissions by email, post, or by dropping off at the mailbox on the north side of City Hall.

Phone: 604-527-4523 Legislative Services Department, Email: clerks@newwestcityca 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

City Council will consider giving first, second and third readings to Bylaw No 8402, 2023 at its meeting on June 26, 2023. The meeting will be open to public attendance and broadcast live on the City’s website It can be viewed by going to newwestcity.ca/council and clicking on either the meeting ID or the Council meeting in the calendar

Peter DeJong, Corporate Officer

CITYPAGE

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Thursday, June 22

7:00 pm

Queen’s Park Concert Series

Queen’s Park Bandshell

Saturday, June 24 11:00 am

Community Bike Day

Moody Park

Sunday, June 25 2:00 pm

Queen’s Park Concert Series

Queen’s Park Bandshell

Monday, June 26

1:00 pm

Special Council Workshop

Council Chamber, City Hall and online

Monday, June 26 6:00 pm

Council Meeting Council Chamber, City Hall and online

REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

REGARDING THE CITY OF NEW WESTMINSTER’S 2022 ANNUAL REPORT

Monday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m

Meeting held electronically and open to public attendance Council Chamber, City Hall

The 2022 Annual Report for the Corporation of the City of New Westminster will be presented at a City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. on Monday, June 26, 2023.

Written submissions and questions for consideration at the meeting may be dropped off in the mailbox on the north side of City Hall, attention to the Legislative Service Department, sent by e-mail to clerks@newwestcityca, or by mail to:

Legislative Services, City of New Westminster 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

Submissions received by 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 will be included in the agenda package for the meeting Late submissions up to 5:00 p.m., Monday, June 26, 2023, will be presented to Council on table at the meeting All submissions will be published.

Inspection of Documents:

Beginning Monday, June 12, 2023, the 2022 Annual Report will be available for public inspection at Legislative Services, City Hall 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, and online at newwestcity.ca/annualreport.

Watch the Meeting: newwestcity ca/council

Questions?

Contact the Legislative Services Department at 604-527-4523.

Peter DeJong, Corporate Officer

School board rejects call for third-party investigation

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Russell said the board has no power to force Beattie to step down, noting school boards are not given the power under the B C School Act to remove an elected school trustee.

“We’ve taken the strongest possible step available to us, and that is to publicly ask her to resign immediately,” Russell said.

The School Act allows for medical leave for school board members

OnWednesday afternoon, Beattie emailed a statement to the Record saying that she will “cooperate and participate in the board’s investigation and the usual processes under its policies.”

“As of yet, I have not been invited to meet with the board,” she said “I am focusing on my health at this time, and require time and space before meeting with the board or makng any decisions ”

Beattie’s involvement in the now-defunct @alfromNWTwitter account came to light lastWednesday night when parent Sarah Arboleda went public onTwitter

with a thread outlining the online sleuthing that had led her to believe “Allan Whitterstone” was, in fact, Beattie.

Beattie issued a statement on Friday (June 16) admitting to the accusation

“There is no excuse for what I did,” she said in the statement “For a significant period of time, I have had health issues, including chronic pain and mental health issues that increasingly became worse. I should have done this sooner, but I have finally realized I must seek medical intervention to heal myself and refocus.

“I cannot undue (sic) the pain and damage I have caused, but I can say I am truly sorry”

PARENTS CALL FOR THIRD-PARTY INVESTIGATION

A crowd of about 25 people gathered at this week’s school board meetingTuesday night, several of whom stepped up to comment about the issue

Among them was Arboleda, who called for a third-party investigation into what

she called a “toxic culture” within the board

James Plett said the board should conduct a “thorough third-party investigation” into the matter

“We need to know how this happened, why it happened and what can be done to make sure something like this never happens again Trust has been destroyed,” he said.

Russell, however, said the board had already considered the possibility of an investigation and decided not to move forward with the idea.

“What was already brought to light by your family was so egregious, we immediately took the strongest possible action that’s available to us,” she told Plett

She said the board weighed what could be gained by an investigation and concluded there was no additional action it could take

“While we understand the need to fully understand what happened and the implications, we don’t feel that’s the board’s

role,” she said “We’re going to try to focus on the work of rebuilding the trust and doing our work.”

DPAC, UNIONS, SPEAK OUT

Laura Kwong, chair of the NewWestminster district parent advisory council, reiterated DPAC’s call for Beattie to resign

The parent group issued a statement Sunday night calling for Beattie’s resignation

Kwong said DPAC objects to Beattie taking a leave of absence.

“In a growing district that is experiencing financial pressures, public taxpayer dollars should not be going to support someone who has behaved in such a despicable manner,” the statement said

Representatives from the school district’s two unions NewWestminster Teachers’ Union president Kristie Oxley and CUPE Local 409 president Dave Bollen also spoke at the board meeting to condemn Beattie’s actions.

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MY VIEW KEITH BALDREY

Canada’s population boom hits housing, health care

Canada’s national population punched through the 40 million level last week, and while that may help fuel economic growth, a rising population also brings some serious challenges with it.

When so many more people are residing in Canada, our public health-care system sags under the increased weight placed upon it, and our housing affordability problem stubbornly shows no signs of abating as the rising population fuels demand

Last week, for example, Central 1 Credit Union’s economic briefing for May showed average house prices in B.C. rose by 5.1 per cent over the previous month, pushing the average price of a home to slightly more than $1 million (the average price in MetroVancouver is now $1 28 million)

So even rising interest rates and a significant increase in the cost of living are not bringing down housing prices, or sales either Central 1’s report also showed a 5.8 per cent increase in sales last month

Surely, the steady increase in our population is outweighing any effect on the housing market brought by the two factors of interest rates and inflation

How else to explain a seven per cent increase in housing prices in places like the FraserValley, where the population is growing at a rapid clip?

B C government statistics forecast that the Fraser Health region’s population alone will increase by 35 per cent between 2018 and 2038, adding almost 700,000 new residents over that time span.

Provincewide, the population is expect-

ed to rise by 27 per cent, reaching about 6 5 million people by 2038

Not only will that population explosion likely keep sustained pressure on the housing market, but it will also put enormous pressure on the health-care system, particularly because the number of people over the age of 64 is forecast to skyrocket in number

Across B C , the senior population is expected to increase by 71 per cent in that time period, but in Fraser Health the increase is forecast to be about 95 per cent.

B.C.’s population grew by about 150,000 last year, and that is almost all international migration.We currently sit at about 5 4 million residents, up from 5 1 million in less than four years

TheTrudeau government decided a few years back to greatly increase the an-

nual level of immigration, ostensibly to nullify a growing worker shortage

Last year, across the country almost a half million people achieved permanent resident status, and the federal government hopes to keep that number rising through 2025 and beyond

The fact that more than one million more people are expected to come to B C over the next 15 years underscores the need for innovation and planning in many areas of public policy

And with the federal government playing such a key role in our phenomenal population growth, look for the provinces to demand more from it to meet these rising challenges, particularly when it comes to health care and housing

Keith Baldrey is chief political reporter for Global BC

Editor: Nonewbikelanes,nonewcondos,no updatedColumbiaSquare,nonewdaycares, nonewEVchargers,nonewschools,no 15-minutecity…I’msensingapatternin recentletterstotheeditorandgeneralsocial mediacommentary.

Whatdopeoplethinkthecitywillbecome ifwedon’tadaptandevolve?

I’veseenargumentsthatweshouldfocus onbeingquaintandhomeylikeFortLangley withcolourfulwoodenstorefrontsandsingle-familyhomesdottedthroughoutpleasant greenery ThesmallproblemisthatFort Langleyhasapopulationof3,500andNew Westhasnearly71,000 Sowe’renotgoing tobethenextChemainusorRevelstokeor FortLangley.Weshouldbeproudthatwe’re aiminginsteadtobeanaccessible,thriving,

inclusivecityallourown.

Thereisahousingcrisisinthisprovince Thereisachild-carecrisisinthisprovince Thereisaschoolcrisisinthisprovince.And we’renotgoingtosolveanyofthesethings byprioritizingourneedforhomeystorefronts overpeople’sbasicnecessities

Tothatend,IwanttoextendmassivecongratulationstotheÉcoleGlenbrookGriffins whopresentedtheir15-minutecityproposal tocitycouncillastweek.

Becausewhileit’seasytogetgrumpyover ahandfulofdetractors,it’sunbelievably inspiringandencouragingtoseethenext generationstandingupandbeingheardand seeingthatprogressandaccessibilityarethe wayforward.

Sarah Arboleda

Come on,NewWest,we need a personality

Editor: Iamwritingtoexpressmydisappointmentthatthereisn’tanyentertainment inthisbeautifulcity

Wherearethebuskersplayingmusicon ColumbiaStreet,NewWestandColumbia stationsorinColumbiaSquaremall?How aboutalittlemusicatQuaymarketandthe parkletonSixthStreet?(Bytheway,who madethedecisiontopainttheparkletfloor thoseuglycolours?Givemeabreak!)

Wealsoneedpeoplewhocanjuggleand performothercircuslikeentertainment What aboutstupidpettricks?Whathappenedto theFrontStreetFridaynightsocial?

Comeon,NewWestminster Weneeda personality!Justbehappyandsmilealittle bit,eh?

Ken Bocker

Editor’s note: The Fridays on Front series returns Friday, July 7

NewWest needs more diverse family fun

Editor: Absolutelyweneedmorecultural/ entertainment/socialoutingsinNewWest. Beingayoungfamilyofmixedimmigrants andseeingsuchabeautifuldiversityhere,we shouldcelebrateitandhaveasmanyevents aspossible Andpleasenotjustinsummer It getssoboringinfall/winter.

Weneedtohaveeventsforpeopletoget outthereandsocialize Iseesomanypeople beingstuckanddepressedintheirapart-

ments,caughtupintheratrace

Yes,lifehasbecomeveryexpensive,and evenmoresoweneedtogoandmeetupwith people,makefriends,rest,vent,havefunand getabithappier.

Musicfestivals,danceparties,multicultural events,familyhangouts,kids’parties,art exhibitionsetc Iwouldlovetoseeallthisin

NewWest

Tatyana Escobar

Want a happy city? Get out and‘just do it’

Editor: Re:‘Utterlyboring’ NewWestresidentswantmorefun(New West Record letters online,June19)

Thisendeavourdoesn’tjusthappen,andit willtakealotofmoneytosupport“happy”

ThecityhasdoneitspartthroughAnvil

Centre,MasseyTheatre,privateandpublicart galleriesandlotsofpublicparkspaces.

Ithinkthetrueissuehereis:nowitisupto themembersofthepublicto“justdoit.”

Douglas McSavaney

NewWestminster needs to‘adapt and evolve’

COMMUNITY GROUP STORAGE RENTAL

In the ongoing commitment to supporting local sport clubs and anticipating future need, additional storage space has been installed at Queen's Park East Artificial Turf Field. Two secure, climate-controlled 8' x 10' bays are now available for rent to qualifying groups. Learn more: newwestcity.ca/parkstorage

NOTICE RESPECTING ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW

Under sections 464(2) and 467 of the Local Government Act

MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2023 AT 6:00 PM Meeting held electronically and open to public attendance in Council Chamber, City Hall

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO. 8398, 2023 FOR 422 SIXTH STREET

A rezoning application has been received from the Lower Mainland Purpose Society to convert the top two floors of the existing fourstorey commercial building at 422 Sixth Street to supportive housing This would include up to 30 beds intended for people who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness and incorporate 24/7 staff support and catering services.

While the site’s existing zoning permits housing units above the ground floor, the proposed supportive housing units as defined within the City’s zoning bylaw are not permitted within the current zone. As such, the site is being rezoned from Community Commercial Districts (High Rise) (C-3) (C-3A) zoning to a Comprehensive Development (CD) zoning district to permit supportive housing units above the ground floor, in addition to the uses permitted in the existing C-3 and C-3A zones. The rezoning application is consistent with the Official Community Plan, and in accordance with sections 464(2) and 467 of the Local Government Act, the Corporation of the City of New Westminster will not hold a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 8398, 2023.

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?

From June 15 to June 26, 2023, the proposed bylaw and related material are available for inspection at Legislative Services, City Hall 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday to Friday, and online at: newwestcity.ca/publicnotices

HOW CAN I BE HEARD?

Submissions to Council are welcome and encouraged, including written submissions by email, post, or by dropping off at the mailbox on the north side of City Hall.

Phone: 604-527-4523 Legislative Services Department, Email: clerks@newwestcityca 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

City Council will consider giving first, second and third readings to Bylaw No 8398, 2023 at its meeting on June 26, 2023. The meeting will be open to public attendance and broadcast live on the City’s website It can be viewed by going to newwestcity ca/council and clicking on either the meeting ID or the Council meeting in the calendar

Peter DeJong, Corporate Officer

CITYPAGE

THE LATEST NEWS AND EVENTS IN OUR CITY

NOTICE RESPECTING ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW AND REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

NOTICE RESPECTING ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW

Under sections 464(2) and 467 of the Local Government Act AND

REQUEST FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

On a Development Variance Permit (DVP)

MONDAY, JUNE 26, 2023 AT 6:00 PM

Meeting held electronically and open to public attendance in Council Chamber, City Hall

ZONING AMENDMENT BYLAW NO 8387, 2023 FOR 114 AND 118

SPRICE STREET

Rezoning, Development Variance Permit, and Development Permit applications have been received to allow the development of 10 single-detached houses on compact lots on the properties located at 114 and 118 Sprice Street in Queensborough. The applicant is proposing two different lot configurations (Type A and Type B) to provide more flexibility in the housing form.

A rezoning from the existing (Queensborough Neighbourhood Residential Dwelling Districts (RQ-1) zone to (Single Detached Dwelling Districts (Compact Lots)) (RT-2D) zone would be required to permit this development Development Variance Permits are being requested to vary the minimum permitted lot frontage for all ten proposed lots and vary the permitted height of the detached garages for Type B lots.

The rezoning application is consistent with the Official Community Plan, and in accordance with sections 464(2) and 467 of the Local Government Act, the Corporation of the City of New Westminster will not hold a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No 8387, 2023

HOW DO I GET MORE INFORMATION?

From June 15-26, 2023, the proposed bylaw and related material are available for inspection, and from June 15, 2023 until issued, the proposed permit will be available for inspection, all at Legislated Services, City Hall, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday (excepting statutory holidays), and online at newwestcity.ca/publicnotices

HOW CAN I BE HEARD?

Submissions to Council are welcome and encouraged, including written submissions by email, post, or by dropping off at the mailbox on the north side of City Hall. Council has approved a resolution requiring written feedback only on DVP applications and the issuance of the DVP will be considered at a later date

Phone: 604-527-4523

Legislative Services Department, Email: clerks@newwestcityca 511 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC V3L 1H9

City Council will consider giving first, second and third readings to Bylaw No 8387, 2023 at its meeting on June 26, 2023. The meeting will be open to public attendance and broadcast live on the City’s website at newwestcity.ca/council

Peter DeJong, Corporate Officer

CANADA DAY AT WESTMINSTER PIER PARK

Bring your blanket and enjoy the sounds of summer at Westminster Pier Park on Canada Day, July 1 from 1:00 - 6:00 pm Don’t forget to explore the park and take part in other activities taking place throughout the park including a circus zone, food trucks, and a community art project The stage schedule is highlighted below:

1:00 pm - Will’s Jams

2:00 pm - Cakewalk

3:00 pm - Welcoming Remarks

3:30 pm - Karima Essa, Bollywood Dancing

4:15 pm - The Vanrays

5:15 pm - Robin Layne and the Rhythm Makers

Find out more at newwestcity.ca/canadaday

PET OWNERSHIP AWARENESS MONTH

This June, take some time to review the Animal Care and Control Bylaw No 7586 and ensure you’re meeting your responsibilities as a cat or dog owner Some responsibilities for dog owners include ensuring your dog has a valid licence from New Westminster Animal Services, keeping your dog leashed unless on private property or in a designated off-leash area, and picking up your dog’s waste and disposing of it in the trash. For cat owners, ensure your cat has permanent ID (tattoo or microchip) and that your contact information is up to date Cats that venture outdoors must also be spayed or neutered.

Learn more about your responsibility as a pet owner, and find out how you can win a $100 gift certificate to Bosley’s for your cat or dog at newwestcity.ca/pet-ownership

2023 PROPERTY TAXES

Your tax notice should have arrived in the mail or by email. Property taxes must be received by the City no later than July 4, 2023. Please pay your bills online via one of the following options.

1. Online banking: From your financial institution’s website, search for “New Westminster” and select payee with “taxes.” Use the 8-digit folio number on the front of your tax notice as the account number Ensure your payment is received 5 business days before the due date

2 Credit card: Pay online at newwestcity.ca/egov A convenience fee applies, we do not take any payments over the phone.

3. In person banking: Pay at most chartered banks and credit unions.

4 Cheques and Bank Drafts: Make payable to the City of New Westminster Can be postdated to the tax due date. Send by mail or place in the City Hall drop box located at the north entrance

5. In person at City Hall: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Hours subject to change, please call 604-527-4550

HOME OWNER GRANT

Home owner grant applications are due July 4, 2023. Please note that municipalities no longer accept Home Owner Grant applications. For more information please visit the Provincial Government Home Owner Grant Administration website at gov.bc.ca/homeownergrant or contact their office at 1-888-355-2700.

*Please use your folio number listed on your statement in the required roll number field.

BUDGET 2024 ENGAGEMENT

The City of New Westminster is starting the process to develop its financial plan for 2024 to 2028, which includes the capital and operating budgets for 2024 Community input is one of several factors that inform the development of the City's annual budget, and we are asking for the community’s input on some key questions from City Council and staff Visit the Be Heard Page to get started with our online survey, and participate in a discussion forum on how you think the City should allocate any unexpected funding such as grants. beheardnewwest.ca/budget2024

RAIN BARRELS ARE BACK IN STOCK

Rain barrels are a great way for you to keep your gardens watered and growing Rain barrel water is healthier for your plants as it is unchlorinated and oxygen-rich. Plus, it’s a sustainable option during the summer months when watering restrictions are in effect.

Rain barrels are back in stock! New Westminster residents can purchase a rain barrel from the City for $70 + GST These barrels hold 208L of water, and are 34 inches high by 24 wide Order your rain barrel in-person at City Hall, or email waterconservation@newwestcityca. For more product information and pick-up details, visit: newwestcity.ca/water-conservation

REGISTER FOR SKATING LESSONS

Looking for a cool, physical activity this summer? There is still room to register in two-week long summer skating lesson sets! Skate daily Monday to Friday for two weeks for maximized improvement These sets are excellent for children trying to pass a repeat level, or who want to level up before fall registration. Class time is 25 – 40 minutes, between 9:45 am – 12:00 pm. Date options for sets are: July 10 – 21; July 24 – August 4; August 8 – August 18; and August 21 – September 1. Register online: newwestcity.ca/skating Questions? Call Moody Park Arena 604-525-5301.

ADOPT A STREET TREE!

Help us increase our urban tree canopy by caring for newly planted City trees. As a Tree Steward you’ll water and weed young trees from June to September Find a map of 600+ adoptable trees, and learn how to volunteer on our website There are many trees in need in the Brow of the Hill and Queensborough!

Learn more at newwestcity.ca/adopt-a-street-tree

WATERING RESTRICTIONS ARE IN EFFECT!

Stage 1 watering restrictions are in effect until Oct. 15 for both residential and nonresidential areas, regardless of weather conditions These restrictions help prepare for potential water shortages during dry periods. Watering outside the allowed times requires a permit. Visit newwestcity.ca/lawnwatering for details on when you’re permitted to water your lawn and garden, and how to apply for a permit For lawn care and outdoor water conservation tips, visit welovewater.ca.

Arts & Entertainment Celebrate Judy Garland at New West show

NaveenaVijayan

nvijayan@newwestrecord ca

For those who still rely on aWizard of Oz rewatch to perk themselves up, here’s an event that might seem more exciting than the sight of a rainbow.

OnThursday, June 22, MasseyTheatre’s Eighth and Eight Creative Spaces will host an evening dedicated to TheWizard of Oz star and entertainment icon Judy Garland with a 135-minute presentation of clips from the star’s movies, musicals and vintage television shows carefully curated by film historian Michael van den Bos

The tribute show debuted at theVancouver In-

ternational Film Festival Centre in 2022 to mark Judy Garland’s 100th birthday and was presented at the Kay Meek Arts Centre inWestVancouver before making its way to NewWest.

Van den Bos went through memoirs, biographies and vintage interview clips of the Hollywood sensation to bring out a tight narrative that fits within it Garland’s career starting from Garland’s days as a child artist (her parents were vaudeville performers), to her years at Metro Goldwyn Mayer (MGM) making movies like TheWizard of Oz, her work with actor

Mickey Rooney, musicals with actors Gene Kelly and Fred Astaire, followed by the work she did with her then-husband and di-

rector,Vincent Minnelli, on films such as Meet Me in St Louis and The Pirate

The first half of the presentation ends at the point

where Garland splits from MGM in 1950, breaking her ties with the production behemoth that had catapulted her name to the top of Hollywood.

What follows is a short intermission, where the audience can buy a Ruby Slipper cocktail and chocolate cake, before coming back for the second half that will focus on Garland’s comeback on concert stages, on television, in films like A Star is Born atWarner Brothers and more

“She only lived to be 47, but she packed a lot in, that’s for sure She had several marriages and three children, but never-

theless, it’s just the talent itself that just transcends time like Frank Sinatra, or the great Louis Armstrong, or Bing Crosby,” said van den Bos, a diehard Garland fan

He had first seen the actor in TheWizard of Oz in his mid-teens, when the movie made its television airings in the ’70s.

“I couldn’t get enough of it I just fell in love with it on my little TV screen,” said van den Bos, who also teaches animation history at Capilano University

The movie was more than just a one-time binge;

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Canada Day

June 29 - July 2, 2023

Learn and Discover

Reflect on the common elements found in all cultures – family, food, movement & creativity – with a variety of free activities. Learn, discover and try something new.

Schedule Highlights:

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, June 29 & Sunday, July 2, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Queen’s Park

Enjoy live musical performances in a stunning retreat-like forest setting Experience a warm summer evening in the park enjoying family-friendly concerts featuring local musicians.

New West Craft Summer Market – Friday, June 30, 5:00 - 9:00 pm

River Market

Shop over 70 handmade vendors! Enjoy live music and food and drinks from amazing River Market restaurants and more.

Drumming Workshops with Rhythm Resources – Saturday, July 1, 10:30 am or 11:30 am

Drum up a storm with Rhythm Resource! Celebrating Diversity, Unity & Community together on this Canada Day, in an immersive, fun hands on Afro-Peruvian drumming workshop.

Canada Day at Westminster Pier Park – Saturday, July 1, 1:00 - 6:00 pm

Westminster Pier Park

Westminster Pier Park will be activated with a variety of activities including live music, food trucks, a kids zone, circus activities and more.

More information and the full schedule:

newwestcity.ca/canadaday

‘We’re activating the whole park’: New Westminster’s 2023 Canada Day events calendar is fully loaded

With an ambitious slate of engaging and interactive activities across multiple New West neighbourhoods, the weekend is sure to provide fun experiences for the whole family

festival at Westminster Pier Park on Saturday July 1, from 1 – 6 p.m. With food trucks on site starting at 11 a.m., music and multicultural performances every hour, a kids’ zone with face painting, balloon twisting, and crafts with Dr Recycle, this super-sized event promises something for everyone everywhere.

More activities, more fun

Attendees might want to stretch before all that activity and even there, New Westminster’s got you covered with their annual Canada Day morning yoga session at the Queen’s Park bandshell, the perfect way to start the day with a little movement and reflection, which remains the primary objective of the holiday weekend.

Recognition and reconciliation

“Canada Day has become not only a day to celebrate the privilege of being Canadian, but also to remember and to acknowledge that the price of that privilege was and continues to be impossibly high to Indigenous peoples and their communities,” the City of New Westminster said in a statement.

“It is our responsibility as a nation, as a city, and as citizens of this land to make reparations for that history through our ongoing commitment to reconciliation.”

• Summer Concert in the Park, Queen’s Park Bandshell, 7 – 8 p.m.

Friday, June 30

• Dust – Canada Day curatorial tours, Anvil Centre New Media Gallery, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

• New West Craft Summer Market, River Market & Boardwalk, 5 – 9 p.m.

Saturday, July 1

• Yoga in the Park, Queen’s Park Bandshell, 9 – 9:45 a.m

• Canada Day Drop-in, Queensborough Community Centre, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

• Canada Day at Westminster Pier Park, Westminster Pier Park, 1 - 6 p.m.

• Family Open Sports (6+ years), Queensborough Community Centre, 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

The massive Canada Day festiva at Westminster Pier Park on Saturday, July 1, from 1 – 6 p.m. Photo via: City of New Westminster

Get ready for a fun-filled Canada Day weekend!

The City of New Westminster invites community members of all ages to participate in a fully loaded, four-day suite of free and family-friendly events to celebrate the place we all call home.

Building on a revamped approach to the holiday started in 2021, the city will continue to treat Canada Day weekend as a time to reflect on the common elements found in all cultures: family, food, movement and creativity

With live music every day from June 30 – July 2 and an ambitious slate of activities dispersed across the city’s various neighbourhoods, every special event includes opportunities for attendees to learn and grow by discovering and trying something new

The tentpole event, of course, is the massive Canada Day

Movement and reflection remain the primary objective of the holiday weekend. Photo via: City of New Westminster

“We have expanded on last year’s Westminster Pier Park event,” says Lisa Kemp, New West special events coordinator “Last year there was a concert in the park that was quite small. This year, we’re activating the whole park. Everything from community booths to food vendors, live music, and a circus.”

Performers from Vancouver Circus School will be on the grass near the 6th Street entrance of the Westminster Pier Park, showcasing their skills and inviting attendees to try out circus activities for themselves.

“They’re going to use that space in a unique way,” describes Kemp, “so people can stop by and try all sorts of circus activities like walking on stilts, tightrope, and juggling.”

To that end, the city has incorporated Salish artwork into its Canada Day graphic design, working once again with East Vancouver’s Randall Bear Barnetson, a multidisciplinary artist of Indigenous heritage, as well as a 2022 recipient of the YVR Art Foundation’s Emerging Indigenous Artist Scholarship award.

New West’s Canada Day events wrap up Sunday, July 2, with yet another captivating concert, which will also serve as the kickoff for the city’s summer concert series, presented by Arts New West.

Below are some of the highlights that visitors can expect. Please note that some activities will require pre-registration.

Thursday, June 29

• Cedar, Sage and Sweetgrass, Anvil Centre Community Gallery, 9 – 5 p.m.

• Dust – Canada Day curatorial tours, Anvil Centre New Media Gallery, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

• Discover Woodland Art by James Groening, The Gallery at Queen’s Park, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

• Drumming workshops with rhythm resources, Westminster Pier Park, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. & 11:30 - 12:15 p.m.

Sunday, July 2

• Dust – Canada Day curatorial tours, Anvil Centre New Media Gallery, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

• Summer Dance Practice (16+ years), Centennial Community Centre, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

• Summer concert in the park, Queen’s Park Bandshell, 7 – 8 p.m.

For more information for what to expect and the detailed activity schedule for all events, visit newwestcity.ca/canadaday

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Rainbow Chorus invites you on a musical road trip

The Rainbow Chorus of NewWestminster is inviting everyone to join them on a musical road trip

The choir is winding up its third season with a concert, Adventures of the RoadTravelled, on Sun-

day, June 25

The 7 p.m. concert is set for the Sanctuary on Sixth (formerly Queens Avenue United Church)

The program will feature songs from Route 66 to Africa, with many musi-

cal stops in between

The Rainbow Chorus is a non-auditioned community choir for members of the LGBTQ2SI+ community and allies. It has been active since early 2022 and has now grown to include

more than 50 members

The June 25 concert will be emceed by drag performer Elaine da Nundah and directed by conductor Frank Zieginson, with pianist James Dekker

Tickets for the concert are $20, or $15 for students and seniors, if bought ahead via Eventbrite See www tinyurl.com/RainbowChorusJune25.

You can also buy at the

door for $25 regular, or $20 for students and seniors (cash only).

To find out more, you can searchThe Rainbow Chorus of NewWestminster on Facebook.

Julie MacLellan

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it opened the world of musicals for van den Bos pushing him to explore other classic musical films from the golden era of Hollywood, such as Singin’ in the Rain and An American in Paris.

Though van den Bos had always “admired and respected” the actress, it was in the 1990s when a “spark hit,” he said

“Suddenly, there was a real passion for who she was as a talent and as a singer And that’s always been there since; now I’m trying to pass it on to my daughter” and through the tribute show, to the people of NewWest.

“There was something extremely personable about Judy,” he said

“She possessed a magnificent vulnerability that she could wear on her sleeve She was also very strong with what she had to go through. And that not only got in the press a lot (because of all her personal issues, her marriages and certain addictions), but that vulnerability always came out in her performances.”

And that transcended all genders and races, he said Ultimately, “it was just about being human.”

Catch the show Get Happy! Celebrating Judy Garland at Studio 1B, Eighth and Eight Creative Spaces, MasseyTheatre, 735 Eighth Ave.,Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m.Tickets are priced at $18 Buy online at www ticketsnw ca

REEL SHOW: Film historian Michael van den Bos will be presenting a Judy Garland tribute show tonight (Thursday, June 22)

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Local student earns Beedie Luminaries scholarship

NaveenaVijayan

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NewWest resident and grad student Naomi Small wants to better the healthcare system in Canada a dream that now seems within reach, thanks to a provincewide scholarship.

Small was among the 116 Grade 12 students (from 67 high schools in 29 communities) to receive the annual Beedie Luminaries scholarship which awards each student up to $44,000 for their post-secondary education, besides access to mentors, student coaches, paid internships and more.

For Small, the award means not having to worry about any financial obstacles while taking the next small step towards her big dream: addressing the health-care worker shortage in the country

“One moment that I remember from my childhood is when I was at a pool, and I broke my finger because I was too scared to go off a diving board I slipped on the stairs and when I went to the hospital emergency room, it took me six hours to get an X-ray for a tiny fracture,” recalled Small

“I remember liking science so much then that I wanted to one day help people with it (in situations such as hers). I think little moments like that are what propelled me to want to make a change because there are people in the waiting rooms with worse injuries than what

I had, and I believe they need to receive the care they need,” she said. With the scholarship support, Small is now gearing up for the University of British Columbia to pursue “something related to biology”This will set the course for Small to practise her ideal profession one day in “cardio or anesthesia.”

LOVE FOR SCIENCE

Small, whose parents are teachers, has always had a love for science so much so that what she remembers playing with as a child are not toys but two microscopes that she got as gifts.

This love stayed with Small through her elementary school years at Blessed Sacrament School, and St. Francis of Assisi Elementary inVancouver, and even as she jumped from elementary to Little Flower Academy inVancouver where her favourite subjects included pre-calculus, calculus, physics, chemistry, biology and English

Small had her eyes set on a post-secondary education in science; which is why when she first heard of the Beedie Luminaries Scholarship for Grade 12 students on Instagram, she applied to it giving a detailed description of what she was passionate about, how she planned to contribute to the world, her strengths and weaknesses, financial situation and more a few weeks

before the deadline in March

At the end of May, on an evening while returning from school, Small found out that she, in fact, got the scholarship.

For Small, the news was

“exciting” and “relieving” at the same time More importantly, it taught her to always believe in herself

Now, her sole advice to other students such as her is this: “Whenev-

er you see an opportunity, do not doubt yourself Go for it, even if you think you won’t get it. Because if you get it, you will have the possibility to change the momentum of your future ”

“It’s very important to try in the first place,” she said.“Because that resembles courageousness in the face of adversity”

Learn more about the Beedie Luminaries Scholarship at beedieluminaries.ca.

Naomi Small awardwinner

Congrats to the grads of 2023 SO MUCH TO CELEBRATE

WEEKEND

Don’t miss these weekend events & activities!

Find more events online: newwestrecord ca/local-events

Please send your information for inclusion on to calendar@newwestrecord.ca

THURSDAY, JUNE 22

QUEEN’S PARK CONCERT

Dive into the weekend with an evening of music at the park. Queen’s Park Concert Series, which hosts a string of free live concerts under the open sky every summer, is back ThisThursday, it will feature the Royal City Concert Band a 35-year-old NewWest band that will regale the park-goers and music lovers with its popular, classic and contemporary offerings

WHEN: 7 to 8 p.m.

WHERE: Queen’s Park Bandshell

DETAILS: www.newwestcity.ca/calendar-of-events

WHERE: Sanctuary on Sixth (formerly Queens Avenue United Church), 529 Queens Ave.

DETAILS: www.tinyurl.com/ RainbowChorusJune25

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

HELP THE ANIMALS

DETAILS: www.instagram. com/bosleys_columbiasquare/

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

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SATURDAY, JUNE 24

RETRO GAMING

Step back in time and play your favourite retro games in NewWest this weekend be it Dr Mario, Street Fighter 2 or Super Smash Bros. Besides tournaments, the annualVancouver Retro Gaming Expo will also feature flea market vendors, retro consoles, a game-themed cosplay contest, trivia, live perfor-

mances and more.Tickets are $25 plus tax

WHEN: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

WHERE: Anvil Centre, 777 Columbia St.

DETAILS: www.vancouver gamingexpo.com

SUNDAY, JUNE 25

RAINBOW CHORUS

Get ready for a summer concert that will have you thinking

of your last road trip fun.The LGBTQ2S+ and allies chorus group, Rainbow Chorus, will present Adventures of the Road Travelled a musical road trip with songs from Route 66 to Africa Tickets are priced at $20 for adults and $15 for students/seniors if booked online, or $25 for adults and $20 for students/seniors if bought at the door.

WHEN: 7 to 9 p.m.

Enjoy a day out with your furry friends at Bosley’s at Columbia Square while also helping raise funds for animals. At this one-day fundraiser, when you buy a meal of hotdog, chips and a can of pop for $10, you’ll help support the NewWest Animal Shelter andWildWest Animals, a non-profit society that supports animals in remote and rural areas of B.C.

WHEN: Noon to 3 p.m.

WHERE: Bosley’s, 1015 Columbia St.

To celebrate its ninth birthday, Steel & Oak Brewing is calling all beer lovers to come and clink glasses filled with their new anniversary releases. Spend the warm summer day drinking chilled beer, while also noshing on smash burgers, perogies, risotto balls and birria tacos offered at the many food trucks at the venue.

WHEN: Noon to 5 p.m.

WHERE: Behind Steel & Oak Brewing, 1319 Third Ave.

DETAILS: www.instagram. com/steelandoak

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Neurodiverse students need timelier support: board Community

JulieMacLellan jmaclellan@newwestrecord ca

NewWestminster school trustees want to make sure neurodiverse students can get the support they need more quickly.

Trustees voted at their June 20 board meeting to advocate to the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Child and Family Development and the Ministry of Education and Child Care to reduce wait times for students who have been identified as needing educational assessments

Trustee Danielle Connelly, who first brought the motion to the board’s education committee on June 6, noted the idea had been brought forward at the B C SchoolTrustees Association’s annual general

meeting.

A background report pointed out the province’s current funding model for students with diverse needs is partly based on completed assessments but districts around the province have long internal wait lists for those assessments.

In B.C., as of Dec 23, 2022, the overall wait time for an autism spectrum disorder assessment was more than 80 weeks from the time of referral Some health regions report current wait times of at least two years (104 weeks).

Some families are choosing to get assessments done privately, but that means paying the costs out of pocket, and access to private assess-

ments varies around the province

All of that, Connelly noted, means assessment wait times are a real equity issue

“More letters written can hopefully bring about the change that we’re all

looking for,” she said.

Trustee Cheryl Sluis voiced her support for the motion during the education committee discussion.

“It’s something that I have heard about from parents in our community, and it’s really import-

ant that we as a district are doing everything we can to make sure that kids are able to get these assessments in a timely way,” she said

Trustee Elliott Slinn agreed.

“It definitely impacts

students and, I believe, can really affect their self-confidence and learning, so I think it’s important that they’re able to get the assessment so that they have the supports they need to be successful,” he said.

Mulberry PARC is hosting a garage sale! All proceeds will go to our annual Christmas hamper initiative, supporting seniors in need during the 2023 holiday season.

Come by to browse our wide selection of furniture and household goods available for purchase, enjoy popcorn and hotdogs, play some games, enter a prize draw, and meet the Mulberry team!

Any items not purchased will be donated to the Burnaby Hospice Thrift Store

Date & Time: Sunday, June 25, 10 am - 2 pm Location: Mulberry PARC, 7230 Acorn Ave, Burnaby

For details, call Terrie or Erin at 604.526.2248

Danielle Connelly Schooltrustee

New West heritage advocate recognized at BC Heritage Awards Community

TheresaMcManus tmcmanus@newwestrecord ca

A longtime heritage advocate in NewWestminster has been recognized by Heritage BC.

Heritage BC recently handed out the BC Heritage Awards in five categories.The annual awards celebrate achievements in heritage across British Columbia

NewWest resident Steve Norman received an honourable mention in the distinguished service category.

“Steve Norman’s history of heritage volunteering began in 1979 when he

and his wife Kitty moved to NewWestminster and they connected with like-minded heritage preservationists,” said a Heritage BC profile “There was never a more determined and principled heritage enthusiast than Steve Norman. His sense of heritage justice is legendary.”

The profile said Norman long sought heritage conservation and design guidelines for the Queen’s Park neighbourhood He has served as a director of the NewWestminster Heritage Preservation Society on and off for more than 30 years, and he has

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also served on the Queen’s Park Residents’ Association’s board of directors.

According to Heritage BC, Norman and fellow Queen’s Park resident Kathleen Langstroth led a grassroots movement in 2016 and 2017 to help create a Heritage Conservation Area in the Queen’s Park neighbourhood

“Their commitment to the HCA and the quest for the heritage Holy Grail cannot be overstated,” said the profile. “Steve is also being recognized for his role with the Heritage HomesTour as a house volunteer a position

that involves representing the society as a guide on tour day.”

Britney Dack, chair of Heritage BC, said the recognition highlights Norman’s passion for principled heritage conservation.

“He has been tireless in his determination to ensure that NewWestminster does the best by its community’s heritage and it worked,” she said in a news release.

A volunteer on the homes tour since 1980, Norman welcomed tour-goers into his home during the recent New Westminster heritage homes tour.Three homes on this year’s tour highlighted a heritage revitalization agreement initiated by Norman Norman lives in a 1910

HERITAGE ADVOCATE: SteveNorman,whorelocatedtwoheritage housestohisQueen’sParkproperty andhassincerestoredand designatedthemasheritagehomes hasbeenrecognizedby HeritageBC

house on Queens Avenue that was located on a lot facing Queens Avenue in the front and Manitoba Street at the rear After receiving the city’s support for a heritage revitalization agreement, he relocated

two heritage houses (one from St. Patrick Street in NewWest and one fromVancouver) to the rear of his lot, subdivided the property, restored the houses and designated them as heritage homes

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