MISSION - The Builders Association Membership Pamphl… · In 1956, a visionary group of home...
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“Every man owes part of his time and money to
the business or industry in which he is engaged.
No man has a moral right to withhold his support
from an organization that is striving to improve
conditions within his sphere.”
~ Theodore Roosevelt
MISSION STATEMENT
This is achieved through a team effort of our membership
and community to create a better quality of life, housing for
our citizens, and economic prosperity for all.
The Builders Association of Northern Nevada is a non-profit organization
affiliated with the National Association of Home Builders
and is committed to education, information, representation,
and benefits to our membership, community, and the building industry.
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In 1956, a visionary group of home builders
banded together to create an association that
would unite the diverse interests of the housing
industry in Northern Nevada.
The Builders Association of Northern Nevada
(BANN) has since evolved into a major force
within our community. Through the participation
of nearly 500 member companies, BANN has
become the voice of the construction industry in
Northern Nevada, and is a strong advocate of the
private enterprise system in our state.
With the goal of enhancing the climate for new
housing and building in our area, our association
is dedicated to not only serving the needs of our
members, but also the needs of our community as
well. Chief among our goals is creating the
opportunities and avenues necessary to provide
safe, decent, and affordable housing.
United as one voice, there is strength in numbers.
Our members’ involvement and affiliation with
our organization has truly been the key to our
success.
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Membership Benefits– 16 Reasons to Join Pg. 3-4
The Benefits of your included NAHB Membership
Pg. 3 - 4
Political Action Advocacy Pg. 7
Your Return On Investment Pg. 8
BANN Discounted Health Insurance, Workers Compensation Insurance and Home Buyers Warranty Insurance Programs
Pg. 9
Committees and Councils Pg. 10
Educational Seminars & Collaborations Pg. 11
Community Involvement & Charitable Giving
Pg. 12
BANN Affiliate Membership and NAHB Member Advantage Programs
Pg. 13-15
Member Advertising Discounts Pg. 16
Calendar of Events Pg. 17
Contact Information Pg. 18
BANN IN ACTION In The Beginning ...
What really allows your business to excel in a competitive market and
generate more business? Meeting professionals in your targeted industry!
BANN’s regularly scheduled mixers allow members to interact with
each other, creating networking and business expansion opportunities.
These functions promote the credo of our organization.
“BANN Members Love Doing Business With Other
BANN Members!”
Some events are attended by hundreds of members, and many
are hosted at no cost to you!
Member Networking Events Include:
Free Membership Mixers
Annual Economic Review
Forecast Breakfasts
Golf Tournaments
Tailgate Parties
Charity Fundraisers
Targeted Trade Shows
Industry Recognition Awards
Holiday Events
And More!
Your participation makes it happen. Together…We Build!
We Invite You To Come Meet Our Members
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“Membership in your local home builders association is
the greatest investment you can make for your business.
That’s a guarantee!” ~ NAHB
16 Ways Our Members Benefit from BANN:
Having Your Business Listed in BANN Members Only Directory (Printed & Online search)
Advertising and Marketing Opportunities
Member Discounts, Business Savings and Continuous Support
Complimentary Networking Events
Includes Membership with NAHB—National Association of Home Builders and all of the
resources it provides (education, webinars, online resources, award. Visit www.nahb.org)
Advocacy that helps your business like the passage of AB 125, Construction Defect
Reform Legislation.
Educational Seminars, Classes and Webinars
Industry E-Newsletter— “News You Can Use”
Industry Recognition (BANN-ER Awards)
Regulatory Assistance (Codes & Standards)
Committees and Councils
Savings on Healthcare Insurance
Worker’s Compensation Savings
Free meeting space for members
Support the only northern Nevada association that supports your business and your industry
“There’s a difference between becoming a member of an association, and being an ACTIVE member. Participation is the key to success! BANN
provides a multitude of networking opportunities with your industry peers and suppliers, as well as various opportunities for personal
involvement. Whether a political forum or community outreach, there are so many rewarding opportunities at your fingertips. “
Travis Means, HomeCrafters, Association Member Since 1996
Membership Benefits
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Come Be A
Part of
BANN
“Working to build a better community”
BANN is the only northern Nevada builder’s association affiliated with the National Association of Home
builders. BANN and its members enjoy the support of NAHB, a well-respected parent organization, the
based in Washington, D.C. Members benefit from the strength of NAHB’s brand providing credibility with
consumers and reliability in service. NAHB works with lawmakers on Capitol Hill to craft regulatory and
legislative policies that are fair to our industry, and keeps members informed on what to expect and how
best to respond to the proposals affecting the industry.
NAHB services and advocacy victories saved the typical builder member
roughly $6,882 per housing start in 2014! NAHB estimates the total
industry benefit of the federation’s 2014 advocacy
victories was over $5.8 billion.
NAHB Provides Many Resources to BANN members, including:
Information and solutions to make your business grow
Personal assistance from a team of legal research staff, economists, finance experts, librarians, and
regulatory and technical specialists
NAHB conferences, including the Building for Seniors Symposium, the Custom Builders Symposium, the
NAHB/BALA Design Institute, the National Green Building Conference, the tecHOMExpo, the
International Builders’ Show, and many more
NAHB Councils that focus on issues that affect you and your business, including the Multifamily Council,
Commercial Builders Council, Remodelers Council, Supplier 100, and the Senior Housing Council
A unified voice to promote and protect the industry. Ranked No, 11 on Fortune Magazine’s “Power 25”
lobbying organizations, NAHB has the strength in numbers to defeat excessive regulations and red tape
Marketing materials, consumer information publications, safety products and programs, and much more
through the homebuilders’ bookstore, BuilderBooks.com
• Up-to-the-minute industry information at NAHB’s website, www.nahb.org
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Your BANN Membership Includes NAHB Membership
Our local political efforts include:
Candidate interviews and endorsements to
ensure housing-friendly committees
Political education and contributions through
our Political Action Committee (BANN-PAC
and BUILD-PAC)
Full-time city, county and state representation
Representation and testimony before local,
state and federal governing bodies
Interaction and involvement with local and
state agencies: Contractors’ Board, PSC, Tax
Commission, State Board of Health, RTC and
TMRPGB to name a few
Involvement with pro-business coalitions
Voter registration drives and voter
identification
Grass roots lobbying efforts, and initiative and
bond monitoring and involvement
Political involvement and issue advocacy is a top priority of BANN. Our efforts on behalf of our members
has helped to ensure a successful building and business climate in Northern Nevada.
Your membership gives you and your company a stronger voice by representing your interests at local,
state and national levels of government. Join BANN and add your voice to the strength we provide to
defeat excessive regulations and fees.
BANN Supports Political Advocacy
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UBIC and BANN have created a construction-focused workers’
compensation product, offering solutions for your toughest exposures.
Because each account is individually underwritten, BANN Members
receive a 5% discount with UBIC. More importantly, this program is a
fully insured program, not a self-insured policy, thus eliminating the
financial risks carried by other forms of insurance.
Discounted Workers’ Compensation
Keeping your employees healthy is of prime importance to both you and the building
community. However, it’s also important to keep your health insurance premiums
affordable. Through an innovative program designed in cooperation with BANN, St. Mary’s,
Dillon Health and Key Health Benefits, member companies who quality for the group
program can save thousands of dollars annually, while at the same time provide quality
health care and wellness support. Designed to comply with the provisions of the
Affordable Care Act yet provide you with the benefits of group buying power, you’ll
definitely want to examine this exciting insurance option.
For More Information contact the BANN Office at 775-329-4611
or call Mike Dillon at 775-829-2494
Discounted Group Health Insurance
Home Buyers Warranty Insurance
Warranty Insurance for builders and remodelers through 2-10 Home
Buyers Warranty. 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty offers the most
complete and comprehensive risk management programs available,
with policies for new construction and remodeling. You can choose the
program that best fits your needs!
Visit www.2-10.com or call Patricia Raymer at 916-365-6192 for additional information
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“As I became more active in the committees and at other association events, I found that the connections I was making and the contacts I was forging were powerful and profitable. It’s an advantage I couldn’t do without”
~ Raymond Pezonella, Pezonella Associates- Association Member Since 1985
2014 Spike Club Committee Chair
To join any of these committees or councils, please e-mail [email protected]. Committee Chair contacts may
change, and are always updated at: www.TheBuilders.com
Committee/Meeting Chair Person
Codes, Infrastructure & Planning Committee:
This committee works on and discusses almost every planning and building
issue that comes before our local jurisdictions.
Adrian Freund,
FA – Plan: Freund Associates
Planning/Codes
(775) 746-8450
Legislative/Government Affairs Committee:
This committee, in conjunction with members and consultants, interviews
candidates for public office and reviews legislation so we can keep abreast of
the many laws and ordinances affecting the construction industry.
Gregory Peek,
ERGS, Inc.
(775) 972-0213
Sales and Marketing Committee:
Members of this committee exchange ideas and provide educational
opportunities for business professionals. These members also help to market
the benefits of BANN in the community.
Shayla Gifford,
Guild Mortgage
(775) 200-0155
Membership Committee:
Charged with the recruitment and retention of qualified BANN members, this
committee designs and implements team-oriented campaigns that include
recruitment prizes and incentives for those who meet goals.
Steve Thomsen,
Ryder Homes
(775) 823-3788
Remodelers Committee:
This committee is an organization of remodelers and other industry
professionals dedicated to the promotion of excellence and professionalism
through education, certification and services to the community.
Melissa Palange,
King Bee Construction
(775) 284-0710
Investment Committee
This committee, working in conjunction with its investment advisor, monitors
the financial health of BANN and recommends investment policies as needed.
Ray Pezonella,
Pezonella Associates
(775) 856-5566
Builder’s Council
This committee, comprised of builder members of BANN who are actively
building on our region, meets bi-monthly to share ideas and determine policy
for issues that directly affect builders. Membership is restricted to builders and
developers.
Bob Nielsen
Shelter Properties/Manage, Inc.
(775) 825-0999
BANN Board of Directors
The 25-member Board of Directors is the governing body of BANN, and is
comprised of builder, subcontractor, and associate members of BANN. A call
for nominations is issued annually.
Please advise if you are interested in serving.
Victor Rameker,
Desert Wind Homes
(775) 240-3288
Be Apart of the Experience through Committees
BANN provides many ways for members to get involved, make connections, and make a
difference for the industry association that supports their business. If you are interested in
participating in a committee or council, please contact the committee chair or staff liaison
listed below.
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The housing and construction industry is constantly changing and extremely competitive in northern Nevada.
Stay ahead of the curve with BANN and NAHB’s educational resources and training classes. Educational
resources include training for sales and marketing professionals, and OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 classes are
regularly available. NAHB offers workshops, tradeshows, conferences, and online learning opportunities all
designed to help members reach their full potential for their company and employees.
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Educational Seminars
Many members enjoy complimentary use of BANN’s meeting rooms. BANN’s meeting
facilities include a Board Room that seats 50 people, and a smaller meeting room that
comfortably seats 15-18 people. We also have outdoor space with a BBQ and water feature
for more intimate member gatherings.
BANN Members Enjoy Free Meeting Space
BANN strives to be a positive influence in Northern Nevada, and continuously seeks new ways to improve the
quality of life within our community. The Builders Association Charity (BAC) was created in 1998 as a 501(C3)
non-profit organization and has been serving northern Nevada families and the military. BANN and BAC
extend an invitation to get involved by giving BACK to our community in a number of ways.
Love By The Glass
Texas Hold ‘em Poker Tournament
Please contact BAC at www.bacharity.org
or call 775-329-4611
Community Involvement/Charitable Giving
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2011 Homes for our Troops: Sgt. Dylan Gray
In 2015, BANN partnered with local builders to provide “Playhouses For Kids” which were auctioned off to
the general public in the spirit of benefiting the children at Renown Children’s Hospital… a Children’s
Miracle Network Hospital. The Builders Association of Northern Nevada and Reno Media Group worked
with local builders to help create three different dream playhouses and the winning bidders were
announced live on the air.
BANN & NAHB Member Advantage Programs
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New BANN members receive over $2,000 in Exclusive
Member benefits offered by fellow BANN members, as
well as NAHB! Since BANN members like doing business
with other BANN members, this is a great way to get to
know and support these businesses and fellow members
of BANN.
The Member Advantage Program lists are also published
in the Annual Membership Directory, which is
distributed to all members, affiliates and community members. If you would like to offer
a BANN member discount, simply call the BANN Marketing Department for assistance.
As a BANN & NAHB member, you can take advantage of a multitude of discounts and
membership incentives that reduce your business costs, including advertising discounts,
discounted printing services and tire rotations, discounted purchases, and much more!!
The next couple of pages list a number of member discounts from NAHB
as well as from other BANN members.
Bilingual Safety Training (BST) 30% off normal pricing on Safety Training for BANN members. OSHA 10 & 30, Forklift, Fall Awareness, GHS, First Aid/CPR/AED. All classes in English or Spanish. Contact Beto Rosas 775-379-3433 Coldwell Banker Select – CB “Homeowner Advantage” Program Coldwell Banker Select has negotiated cash incentives for any employee whose Employer is a current member of BANN – All Home Listings, Home Purchases, and Home Refinances are eligible under “The Homeowner Advantage Plan”. Benefits, values, and credits range from: $1,000 to over $10,000 for buying, or listing a home; even refinances are eligible. Contact: Call Jim Davis @ 775-336-6755 or visit www.coldwellbankerselectemployerplan.com Dillon Health – Healthcare Reform Experts. Innovative and Exclusive Products Exclusive broker for the BANN discounted group medical insurance program. Innovative and exclusive Health, Dental, Vision & Ancillary Insurance plans for BANN members. Exclusive provider of The Builder’s Exchange. A private health and benefits exchange for BANN members. Contact Mike Dillon at: 775-829-2494 www.dillonhealth.com Frontier Financial All BANN Members receive free Financial and Retirement Planning. Meet with Joanna Moran, Frontier Financial Network’s Certified Financial Planner, located at Frontier Financial Credit Union. To schedule an appointment call 775.824.8006 today! *Joanna Moran is a registered representative offering securities and investment advisory services through Cetera Advisor Networks LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under separate ownership from any other named entity. Registered address: 5200 Neil Rd, Reno, NV 89502.* Investments are not deposits; Not NCUSIF Insured; Not Insured by any Federal Government Agency. No credit union guarantee. May lose value. Gibson Photography 20% off for residential, commercial, interior and exterior photography services for BANN members. Call Jim at (775) 220-1075 for more information. Gratis Payment Processing EMV Compliance begins October, 2015. Are your merchant service accounts & terminals ready? BANN members receive a free Ethernet EMV compliance terminal (a $500 vale!) and security review. And, BANN members also get the first 30 days of merchant processing fees waived! Buy local, call today (775)343-9221. Junk King Reno BANN members receive 20% off any haul over $100. Call Brian Cassidy, Junk King Reno 775-771-3234.
Nevada Blue LTD 20% off vehicle graphics, construction signage, wallpaper and other graphic services. 10% off reproduction services, scanning, supplies (excluding contract pricing). Discounts on plan room subscriptions and mobile app. Please contact (775) 827-4441 for more information. Sierra Contractors Source BANN members receive a two week membership at no-cost for the SCS Online Plan Room at www.thebuilders.exchange and also receive 50% off printing services. Please call Frank at (775) 329-7222. TrafficBuilders, Inc. BANN members receive 10% discount off all Flags, Banners, Graphic Designs and Signage. Please call (775) 827-6200 prior to your purchase.
BANN Member Advantage Programs
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Lowe’s - Visit www.LowesForPros.com/NAHB or call 877-435-2440 and register to save 2% on your Lowe’s
Accounts Receivable (LAR) purchases and free delivery on purchases over $500. Save an additional 5% every
day at the store when they mention the 5% at time of purchase and when using their LAR.
General Motors - $500 exclusive private offer on most Buick, Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. Business Owners
receive a $1000 private offer on select vehicles and may also qualify for additional incentives, visit
www.nahb.org/ma and click on the GM logo to find out more.
AT&T, Verizon, Sprint & T-Mobile - Savings up to 35% including a free analysis of new and existing plans. Pro-
gram offers free mobile to ANY mobile, free mobile device management, dedicated help desk support, and much
more. Visit www.eMemberBenefits.com/NAHB or call 866-430-NAHB (6242).
2-10 Home Buyers Warranty - Visit www.2-10.com/NAHB or call 855-280-1328 to receive exclusive access to
discounts on select products, including the Builder Backed Service Program and the systems and appliances war-
ranty.
AXA Equitable - Offers full-service, low-cost retirement plans that can help reduce taxes while saving for life in
retirement. Visit www.axa.com/nahb or call 800-523-1125, option 3, department 2046 and mention NAHB.
UPS Savings Program & YRC Freight - UPS discounts of up to 36% on a broad portfolio of shipping services.
Savings of at least 70% on less-than-truckload shipments 150 lbs. or more with UPS Freight and YRC Freight.
Visit www.1800members.com/NAHB or call 1.800.MEMBERS (800-636-2377) for more information.
TransFirst - Payment solutions with average savings of 16% per year. Web/mobile tools, credit card and eCheck
processing and more. Free "Savings Analysis" call 800-613-0148 or visit www.TransFirstAssociation.com/NAHB.
Dell - Up to 30% off on all Dell computers. Call 800-757-8442 and Mention NAHB or visit www.dell.com/nahb
Associated Petroleum Products (APP) - Earn $0.015 for EVERY gallon purchased using the APP Fuel Card
program. Visit www.associatedpetroleum.com/nahb to enroll or call 800-929-5243, Option 6 & mention NAHB.
GEICO - Exclusive discounts for members on auto and home owners insurance. Visit www.geico.com/disc/nahb
or call 800-368-2734 and mention NAHB for a free quote.
Hertz - Up to 20% off on rental cars and FREE Gold Plus Rewards membership. Visit www.hertz.com/nahb or call
800-654-2200 and use CDP# 51046.
Avis - Up to 25% off rental cars and FREE Avis Preferred Service membership at www.avis.com/nahb or call
800-331-1212 and use AWD code G572900
Budget - Up to 20% off rental cars and FREE Budget Fastbreak at www.budget.com/nahb or call 800-283-4387
and use BCD code Z536900
Office Depot - 10% off all delivery orders. Free shipping on orders of $50 or more. Call 800-274-2753 mention
NAHB.
Omaha Steaks - Save 10%, in addition to any online specials. www.OSincentives.com/promo/nahb
Endless Vacation Rentals - 25% discount on over 200,000 vacation rentals worldwide. Call 877-782-9387 and
mention NAHB at time of reservation or go to www.endlessvacationrentals.com/nahb
Wyndham Hotel Group - 15% off at over 7,400 hotels. Call 877-670-7088 and mention ID 8000002688. Go to
www.nahb.org/ma and click on the Wyndham logo to find out more
FTD - 20% off floral arrangements and gifts at www.ftd.com/nahb or call 800-SEND-FTD use code 17421
NAHB Career Center www.nahb.org/careers - 20% off of standard rates for job posting & 15% off other HR ser-
vices.
www.nahb.org/ma
NAHB Member Advantage Programs
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RGJ Media and BANN have partnered together to develop a new
communications tool designed to elevate the visibility of the housing
and the construction industry. New home communities and
builders’ projects will be promoted to consumers through the Home
Means Nevada quarterly publication, offering an exciting way to
reach RGJ readers and subscribers. The publication will be inserted
into the Home Finder Saturday supplement and delivered to 49,000
homes and businesses.
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Discounted Advertising
For effective marketing solutions, call 775-788-6365
BANN and Lotus Radio group have teamed up together to provide our members with the
opportunity to run an aggressive radio campaign for $700 less than they would pay buying radio on
their own. The spots run on ESPN as well as three other radio stations within the group. Members
talk about the benefits of their businesses, as well as a testimonial on the benefits of working with
BANN. To see some of these interviews, please visit the BANN website at www.thebuilders.com
and view the home page videos, which are included in the affordable weekly package. For more
information, please call BANN directly at (775) 329-4611
Up-Coming BANN Events____________
Aug 12 (Wed)* Mid-Year Forecast (tentative date)
Sep 16 (Wed)* Turn the Tables Night (tentative date)
Sep 22 (Tue) Lien Enforcement (Non-payment) Seminar
Sep 27-30 (Sun-Wed) NAHB Fall Board Meeting (Dallas)
Oct 16 (Thu)* BAC Charity Texas Hold ‘Em Poker Tourney (tentative date)
Nov 20 (Fri)* BANN-ER Awards (tentative date/location to be confirmed)
Note: Please call for updated information on BANN committee meetings
and watch your email for educational offerings (OSHA, Sales Trainings, other programs).
The BANN Office will be closed in observance:
May 25 (Mon) Memorial Day
Jul 3 (Fri) Independence Day
Sep 7 (Mon) Labor Day
Oct 30 (Fri) Nevada Day
Nov 11 (Wed) Veterans Day
Nov 26-27 (Thu/Fri) Thanksgiving Day/Family Day
Dec 25 (Fri) Christmas Holiday
BANN Affinity Partners
Health Insurance—St. Mary’s/Key Healthy Partners (775-829-2494)
Workers’ Compensation—UBIC—www.utahbic.com
Warranty Program—2-10 Home Buyers Warranty—(916) 365-6192
University of Nevada Athletics—www.nevadawolfpack.com
National Association of Home Builders —www.nahb.org—(800) 368-5242
2015 Calendar of Events Page 17
Contact Information
CONTACT INFORMATION AT A GLANCE
BANN STAFF
5484 Reno Corporate Drive, Reno, Nevada 89511
Phone: (775) 329-4611 • Fax: (775) 329-5689
www.thebuilders.com
Teri Scharosch, Executive Director (x 106) - [email protected]
Jess Traver, Government Affairs Director (x 104) - [email protected]
Don Tatro, Director of Public Affairs (x107) - [email protected]
Debra Ward, Director of Marketing/Special Events - [email protected]
BANN Executive Board
Victor Rameker, Desert Wind Homes - President
Androo Allen, Artisan Communities - Vice President
Pat Riley, Eagle Home Mortgage - Associate Vice President
Steve Thomsen, Ryder Homes - Secretary/Treasurer
Teresa Di Loreto, Di Loreto Homes - Immediate Past President
BANN Builder Directors
Scott Christy, Christy Corp; Jesse Haw, Hawco; Darci Hendrix, KDH Builders
Kraig Knudsen, Tanamera Construction; Marc Markwell, Sierra Nevada Construction
Bob Nielsen, Shelter Properties; Melissa Palange, King Bee Construction
Steve Ryckebsoch, TRC Homes, Joe Serpa, Cabernet Investments;
Chris York, C & E Builders, Curtis Rowe, HMT Group
BANN Associate Directors
John DeRicco, L/P Insurance; Adrian Freund, Freund & Associates
Shayla Gifford, Guild Mortgage; Danyale Howard, NV Energy; Bob LaRiviere, CFA
Cory Miller, First American Title; Lebo Newman, Signature Landscapes
Ryan Swenson, Simpson Strong Tie, Johnny Skowronek, Square One Solutions
Membership Ambassadors
Melissa Palange, King Bee Construction; Johnny Skowronek; Square One Solutions;
Victor Rameker, Desert Wind Homes;
Andy Perwein – ACS Insurance Services; Ryan Swenson - Simpson Strong Tie;
Androo Allen - Artisan Communities
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