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SHAKOPE E
Shakopee Planning Commission Regular Meeting
Thursday, March 5, 2026
7:00 PM
City Hall, 485 Gorman Street
Vision: Shakopee is a distinctive river town with a variety of business, cultural, and
recreational opportunities in a safe, welcoming, and attractive environment. Our vision
is for Shakopee to continue being the place people want to live, work, and play!
Mission: Our mission is to deliver high quality services essential to maintaining a safe
and sustainable community. We commit to doing this cost-effectively, with integrity and
transparency.
1. Roll Call
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Recognition by Planning Commission of interested Citizens
4. General Business
4.a Election of Commission Officers
4.b PUBLIC HEARING - Interim Use Permit for placement of a temporary
construction trailer at 1099 Adams St S.
4.c PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance O2026-005 amending City Code Section 151.002
and 151.007 K. related to wireless communication towers in the Light Industry
(I-1) and Heavy Industry (1-2) zoning districts
5. Other Business
6. Adjournment
If a commissioner has any comments, concerns or questions, he or she should contact the project
manager prior to the scheduled meeting date. Also, if a commissioner is unable to attend the
meeting for any reason, Please call the Department of Planning and Development at (952)233-9300
as soon as possible. Thank you!
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SHAKOPEE
Agenda Item:
Prepared by:
Reviewed by:
Shakopee Planning
Commission
March 5, 2026
Election of Commission Officers
Rick Parsons
4.a
Action to be considered:
I move to appoint the following individuals as officers of the Planning Commission:
• (name) as Chair
• (name) as Vice Chair
• (name) as Second Vice Chair
Motion Type:
Simple Majority
Background:
The City of Shakopee's Elected and Appointed Officials Guide requires boards and
commissions to conduct an organizational meeting following the appointment of new
members by the City Council. During this meeting, the body elects members to officer
positions. The Planning Commission officer positions are Chair, Vice Chair, and 2nd Vice
Chair. The Planning Commission is required to elect a Chair, and it should also elect a Vice
Chair and a 2nd Vice Chair to ensure the commission continues smooth operations in
case of absences.
Officer positions are not required to change every year; nothing prevents previous
officers from being reelected. However, no member may serve as Chair until he or she
has served for one full year on the commission.
Recommendation:
Appoint a Chair, Vice Chair, and 2nd Vice Chair for the Planning Commission.
Budget Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
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WILLA!
SHAKOPEE
Agenda Item:
Prepared by:
Reviewed by:
Shakopee Planning
Commission
March 5, 2026
4.b
PUBLIC HEARING - Interim Use Permit for placement of a temporary
construction trailer at 1099 Adams St S.
Amanda Schwabe, Planner
Michael Kerski
Action to be considered:
Recommend approval to the City Council of Resolution R2026-037.
Motion Type:
Simple Majority
Background:
The City of Shakopee Fire Department is requesting an Interim Use Permit (IUP) to allow
the temporary placement of a 14' x 70' construction trailer at 1099 Adams Street S
adjacent to Fire Station 2 (1001 Vierling Drive W). The proposed construction trailer will
be used to provide support facilities for fire staff to maintain 24 -hour response capability
during renovations at Fire Station 2. The temporary trailer would be removed on or
before November 30, 2026.
The Fire Station property is not large enough to locate the trailer on that site while still
allowing fire truck circulation; hence the request for placement on the Lions Park
property. The trailer is proposed to be placed in an east -west orientation in the southeast
corner of the park parallel to the parking lot located northeast of the fire station. This
location was selected as there is electric service nearby, the existing building and trees
provide reasonable screening, and the location should not negatively impact the use of
the existing disc golf tee. The trailer will be served by temporary electric and water
services. No portable generators will be used.
A neighborhood meeting was held on February 23, 2026 at which no one attended.
City Code Section 151.011 N. allows IUP's to be considered for the temporary
establishment of uses that comply with city code requirements provided findings have
been determined to meet the required criteria:
Criteria #1
and
The proposed use will not delay permanent development of the site;
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Finding #1 The proposed trailer location is already developed with multiple park
amenities including, but not limited to, SandVenture Aquatic Park, disc golf course,
playground, and shelters.
Criteria #2 The proposed use will not adversely impact implementation of the
Comprehensive Plan or adopted plan for the area; and
Finding #2 The temporary placement of a construction trailer to provide 24 -hour
support facilities for Fire Station 2 during renovations will not impact implementation of
the Comprehensive Plan or any adopted plans for the area.
Criteria #3 The proposed use will not be in conflict with any provisions of the city
code on an ongoing basis; and
Finding #3 The temporary placement of a construction trailer to provide 24 -hour
support facilities for Fire Station 2 will not be in conflict with the city code on an ongoing
basis.
Criteria #4 The proposed use will not be injurious to the surrounding
neighborhood or otherwise harm the public health, safety and welfare; and
Finding #4 The proposed use will not harm the public health, safety and welfare of the
surrounding neighborhood, rather it will allow for 24 -hour response capability.
Criteria #5 The date or event that will terminate the use has been identified with
certainty; and
Finding #5 The temporary construction trailer will be removed on or before November
30, 2026.
Criteria #6 The property on which the use is situated has no open enforcement
orders and there are no nuisance characteristics associated with the property or its
current use; and
Finding #6 There are no open enforcement order or nuisance characteristics associated
with the property or its current use.
Criteria #7 Permission of the use will not impose additional costs on the public if
it is necessary for the public to take the property in the future; and
Finding #7 Permission to place a temporary construction trailer will not impose
additional costs on the public.
Criteria #8 The user agrees to any conditions that the governing body deems
appropriate for permission of the use.
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Finding #8 The applicant agrees to any conditions the governing body deems
appropriate.
This item is scheduled for the March 17, 2026 City Council meeting.
Recommendation:
Recommend approval to the City Council of Resolution R2026-037.
Budget Impact:
None
Attachments:
DRAFT Resolution R2026-037
Site Plan
Narrative
Construction Trailer Elevation
Construction Trailer Floor Plan
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RESOLUTION PC2026-037
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA, APPROVING AN
INTERIM USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A TEMPORARY CONSTRUUCTION
TRAILER TO PROVIDE 24 HOUR SUPPORT FACILITIES FOR FIRE STAFF AT
1099 ADAMS ST. S
WHEREAS, City of Shakopee, applicant and property owner, has made an application
for an Interim Use Permit (IUP) to allow the temporary placement of a 14' x 70' construction
trailer at 1099 Adams St. S in the Park and Open Space (PO) zoning district per City Code
Section 151.011N.; and
WHEREAS, the property upon which the request is being made is legally described
See Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS, renovations are occurring at Fire Station 2 located at 1001 Vierling Dr. W
and 24 -hour response capability shall be maintained; and
as:
WHEREAS, there is not a suitable location for the temporary trailer therefore it will be
placed on the adjacent property also owned by the City of Shakopee; and
WHEREAS, all required public notices regarding the public hearing for the application
were duly sent and posted, a public hearing was held on March 5, 2026, at which time it heard
from City Planning staff and invited members of the public to comment; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has recommended to the City Council that the IUP
is hereby approved subject to the proposed conditions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Shakopee reviewed this application on March
17, 2026, and adopted the following findings:
Criteria #1
Finding #1
The proposed use will not delay permanent development of the site;
The proposed trailer location is already developed with multiple park amenities
including, but not limited to, SandVenture Aquatic Park, disc golf course,
playground, and shelters.
Criteria #2 The proposed use will not adversely impact implementation of the
Comprehensive Plan or adopted plan for the area;
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Finding #2
Criteria #3
Finding #3
Criteria #4
Finding #4
Criteria #5
Finding #5
Criteria #6
Finding #6
Criteria #7
Finding #7
Criteria #8
Finding #8
The temporary placement of a construction trailer to provide 24 -hour support
facilities for Fire Station 2 during renovations will not impact implementation
of the Comprehensive Plan or any adopted plans for the area.
The proposed use will not be in conflict with any provisions of the city
code on an ongoing basis;
The temporary placement of a construction trailer to provide 24 -hour support
facilities for Fire Station 2 will not be in conflict with the city code on an
ongoing basis.
The proposed use will not be injurious to the surrounding neighborhood
or otherwise harm the public health, safety and welfare; and
The proposed use will not harm the public health, safety and welfare of the
surrounding neighborhood, rather it will allow for 24 -hour response capability.
The date or event that will terminate the use has been identified with
certainty; and
The temporary construction trailer will be removed on or before November 30,
2026.
The property on which the use is situated has no open enforcement orders
and there are no nuisance characteristics associated with the property or
its current use; and
There are no open enforcement order or nuisance characteristics associated
with the property or its current use.
Permission of the use will not impose additional costs on the public if it is
necessary for the public to take the property in the future; and
Permission to place a temporary construction trailer will not impose additional
costs on the public.
The user agrees to any conditions that the governing body deems
appropriate for permission of the use.
The applicant agrees to any conditions the governing body deems appropriate.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Shakopee, Minnesota that the requested IUP is hereby approved, subject to the following
conditions:
1. The construction trailer shall comply with the approved site plan.
2. The construction trail shall not utilize a generator.
3. All required permits (electrical, building, etc.) shall be obtained prior to placement of
the construction trailer on the site.
4. Construction trailer shall be removed on or before November 30, 2026, with
restoration of any disturbed areas by July 1, 2027.
5. Hydrant meter shall be obtained from Shakopee Public Utilities for non -potable water
only. Fixtures shall be labeled with non -potable labeling.
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Passed in regular session of the City Council of the City of Shakopee, Minnesota held on
the 17th day of March, 2026.
Matt Lehman, Mayor
ATTEST:
Richard Parsons, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
That part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Township 115, Range 23, Scott
County, Minnesota except that part of St. Marks Cemetery described as follows: Beginning at
the Northeast corner of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest `/4; thence southerly along the East
line of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 a distance of 596.20 feet to a point 1954.54 feet
southerly from the Northeast corner of the Southwest '/4 of the Northwest 1/4 of said Section 12,
said 1954.54 feet measured along the East lines of said Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 and
Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence westerly parallel with a line drawn at right angles to the
East line of said Southwest '/4 of the Northwest 1/4 a distance of 484.10 feet; thence northerly
parallel with the East line of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 a distance of 643.27 feet more
or less to the North line of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4; thence easterly along the North
line of said Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest '4 a distance of 485.95 feet more or less to the point of
beginning.
Also except that part of CSAH No 15 as shown on Minnesota Department of Transportation
Right of Way Plat No 70-2 according to the recorded plat thereof on file and of record in the
office of the County Recorder, Scott County, Minnesota.
And also except Park Place, according to the recorded plat thereof on file and of record in the
office of the County Recorder, Scott County, Minnesota.
And also except that part of the Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 12, Township 115,
Range 23, Scott County, Minnesota, which lies northwesterly of Parcel 48 (Permanent Drainage
Easement) as shown on Minnesota Department of Transportation Right of Way Plat No. 70-2,
according to said plat on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder, Scott County
Minnesota, and which lies southerly of a line drawn at right angles to the East line of the
Southwest 1/4 of the Northwest 1/4 from a point 596.20 feet south of the Northeast corner of said
Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest '/4, said point being 1954.54 feet southerly from the Northeast
corner of the Southwest '/4 of the Northwest '/4 of Section 12, said 1954.54 feet measured along
the East lines of said Southwest '/4 of the Northwest 1/4 and Northwest '/4 of the Southwest %4, and
lying easterly of a line drawn parallel with and distant 678.13 feet East of the West line of said
Northwest 1/4 of the Southwest '/4 and lying northerly of a line drawn parallel with and distant
40.00 feet northwesterly of the following described line.
Commencing at the Southwest corner of Lot 1, Block 3, Orchard Park West P.U.D. 3rd Addition,
according to said plat on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder, Scott County,
Minnesota; thence 00 degrees 16 minutes 45 seconds West, assumed bearing along the Southerly
extension of the Westerly line of said Lot 1, 41.89 feet, to its intersection with a line drawn
parallel with and distant 40.00 feet Southerly of the Southerly line of said Lot 1, and its Westerly
extension thereof, to the point of beginning of said line to be hereinafter described; thence South
73 degrees 38 minutes 33 seconds West, 28.23 feet; hence Westerly, 459.56 feet, along a
tangential curve, concave to the North, having a radius of 455.00 feet and a central angle of 57
degrees 52 minutes 12 seconds, to the point of reverse curvature; thence Northwesterly, 305.55
feet, along a tangential curve, concave to the Southwest, having a radius of 455.00 feet and a
central angle of 38 degrees 28 minutes 34 seconds, and said line there terminating.
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Project Narrative
The City of Shakopee is moving forward with plans to renovate Fire Station 2 at 1001 Vierling Dr. W. to
meet future staffing needs. During construction, the building will be limited to garage use only.
The entire east half of the building will be under construction and unavailable for department
operations. Because fire apparatus must remain indoors, there is no space within the apparatus bay to
build temporary support facilities for firefighters during their 24 -hour shifts.
To address this, the interim use permit allows placement of a 14 -foot by 70 -foot construction trailer
on -site. This trailer will provide essential support facilities for fire staff to maintain 24 -hour response
capability from Station 2. Additional temporary facilities will be located within the apparatus bay to
ensure daily operations continue.
The trailer will be positioned north of the building in the grass area and connected to temporary
electrical and water services. Portable generators will not be used. Other than small entryway lights,
no additional lighting is proposed; existing parking lot lights will meet site requirements.
The trailer will remain in place until renovations are complete, with removal scheduled no later than
November 30, 2026.
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WILLA!
SHAKOPEE
Agenda Item:
Prepared by:
Reviewed by:
Shakopee Planning
Commission
March 5, 2026
4.c
PUBLIC HEARING - Ordinance O2026-005 amending City Code Section
151.002 and 151.007 K. related to wireless communication towers in
the Light Industry (I-1) and Heavy Industry (1-2) zoning districts
Amanda Schwabe, Planner
Michael Kerski
Action to be considered:
Recommend approval to the City Council of Ordinance O2026-005.
Motion Type:
Simple Majority
Background:
Planning staff reviewed zoning code regulations related to wireless communication
towers and are proposing modifications to the ordinance to clarify requirements and
remove regulations related to small cell installations which are addressed in another
chapter.
A summary of the proposed changes are as follows:
• Creates definition for "Monopole" in Section 151.002.
• Modifies commercial wireless towers from an Accessory Use to a Conditional Use in
I-1 and 1-2 to align with the PO zoning district regulations.
• Superscript 15. Communication Service Apparatus/Devices when co -located:
O Updates the conditions of approval to correct discrepancies related to city
commissions and fund accounts.
O Removes a requirement to provide all future location sites.
• Superscript 50. Towers for Commercial Wireless Telecommunications Services.
O Removes conditions of approval typically associated with small cell installations
now regulated by City Code Chapter 90.
O Requires monopole design or alternative design approved by the City
Administrator or designee.
o Clarifies language to allow towers up to 85 feet (including antennas and
attachments) in PO zoning district.
o Clarifies language to allow towers up to 175 feet in height (including antennas
and attachments) in I-1 and 1-2 zoning district.
o Requires a setback to property line(s) of half the tower height and allowances
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to integrate a tower into an architectural feature such as a place of worship
steeple, bell tower, power line support structure, etc.
0 Requires accessory utility buildings greater than 199 sq. ft. in size to be
architecturally designed per City Code Section 151.108.
The ordinance would be effective upon approval by the City Council and publication.
Recommendation:
Recommend approval to the City Council of Ordinance O2026-005.
Budget Impact:
None
Attachments:
DRAFT Ordinance O2026-005
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ORDINANCE O2026-005
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE,
MINNESOTA AMENDING SECTION 151.007 K OF THE
SHAKOPEE CITY CODE RELATED TO
WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION USES IN COMMERCIAL
AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS
The City Council of Shakopee, Minnesota ordains:
Section 1. Section 151.002 of the Shakopee City Code is amended to remove the strikethrough
text and add the underlined text as follows:
MONOPOLE. A self-supporting, single -pole tower (typically steel) used to mount antennas
for wireless communication, cellular networks, and radio, standing without guy wires or
support braces.
Section 2. Section 151.007 K of the Shakopee City Code is amended to remove the
strikethrough text and add the underlined text as follows:
151.007 K Table of Uses
COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS
A = Accessory Use C = Conditional Use P = Permitted Use PUD = Planned Unit Development
Numbers in superscript indicate additional conditions for approval of use. These conditions are
found in City Code § 151.007 K
USE CLASSIFICATION
(proposed)
B-1
B-2
B-3
NC
MR
CC
I-1
I-2
BP
Towers for commercial wireless
telecommunication services5o
AC
AC
15. Communication Service Apparatus/Devices when co -located.
a. Shall be co -located on an existing tower or an existing structure;
b. Must nort exceed 175 feet in total height (including the extension of any
communication service devices(s) apparatus;
c. Lights, reflectors, and/or flashing equipment equipment shall not be permitted
unless required by state or federal agencies;
d. Signage shall not be allowed on the communication service device(s)/apparatus
other than danger or warning type signs;
e. Must provide proof from a professional engineer that the equipment will not
interfere with existing communications for public safety purposes;
f. Shall be located and have an exterior finish that minimizes visibility off -site to the
maximum extent possible;
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g. Applicable provisions of this code of ordinances, including the provisions of the
State Building Code therein adopted, shall be complied with;
h. All obsolete or unused towers and accompanying accessory facilities shall be
removed within 12 months of the cessation of operations at the site unless a time
extension is approved by the city. After the facilities are removed, the site shall be
restored to its original or an approved state. The user of the tower and/or
accompanying accessory facilities shall be responsible for the removal of facilities
and restoration of the site;
i. The applicant shall submit a plan illustrating all anticipated future location sites
for communication towers and/or communication devices(s)/apparatus;
ji. Wireless telecommunication towers and antennas will only be considered for city
parks when the following conditions exist and if those areas are recommended by
the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Planning Commission and approved by
the City Council:
1) City parks of sufficient size and character that are adjacent to an existing
commercial or industrial use; or
2) Commercial recreation areas and major play fields used primarily by
adults.
k j_All revenue generated through the lease of a city park for wireless
telecommunication towers and antennas should be transferred to the Park
RescrveDevelopment Fund.
50. Towers for Commercial Wireless Telecommunications Services.
a. Shall also operate as a public utility structure;
b. Shall be located within the public rights of way;
a. Structure shall be of a monopole design unless the City Administrator or
designee determines that an alternative design would be better blend in to the
surrounding environment;
€ b. Structure shall be limited to 85 feet in height including all antennas and other
attachments in the Park and Open Space (PO) zoning district. Structure shall be
limited to 175 feet in height including all antennas and other attachments in the
Light Industry (I-1) and Heavy Industry (I-2) zoning districts;
d. Shall limit the height of antennas and communication service devices to 10 feet
beyond the height of the structure;
etc. Shall be setback from each property line a distance equal to half the total height
of the tower including antennas and other attachments. Setback may be reduced
to allow the integration of a tower into an existing or proposed structure such as
a place of worship steeple, bell tower, power line support device or similar
structure. Integration may include replication of the existing or proposed
structure by a new structure provided the new structure is substantially similar
in design and color to the existing or proposed structure and does not extend
above the highest point of the existing or proposed structure.
f. No setback shall be required when located in the public rights of way;
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g. Turf or other materials shall be established in the right of way consistent with
the materials in the right of way at the time of installation;
h- d.Lights, reflectors, and/or flashing equipment shall not be permitted unless
required by state or federal agencies or incorporated into the approved design to
illuminate ball fields, parking lots or similar areas;
e Shall be constructed of, or treatedprotected with, corrosive resistant material;
f. Shall have an exterior finish that minimizes visibility off -site to the greatest
extent possible;
jg_Signage shall not be allowed on the tower other than danger or warning type
signs;
k,h.Must provide proof from a professional engineer that the equipment is not able
to be collocated on any existing or approved towers and prove that the planned
tower and wireless services will not interfere with existing communications for
public safety purposes;
ki_Must be built to accommodate antennas being placed at varying heights on the
tower;
m -j. Existing vegetation on the site shall be preserved to the maximum extent
possible;
n k.Shall b -e surrounded by a security fence 6 feet in height with a lockable gate_
which complies with City Code Section 111.02;
.a. Shall have an cxtcri r finish that minimizcs visi ility ff site t the greatest
extent p ssiblc;
1. Accessory utility buildings greater than 199 sq. ft. in size shall be
architecturally designed meeting the requirements of City Code Section
151.108;
Applicable provisions of this code of ordinances, including the
provisions of the State Building Code therein adopted, shall be complied with;
gn.No tower shall be permitted unless the equipment planned for the proposed
tower cannot be accommodated on an existing or approved tower or building
within the one-half mile search radius of the proposed tower for any of the
following reasons;
1) The necessary equipment would exceed the structural capacity of the
existing or approved tower or building and the existing or approved
tower cannot be reinforced, modified, or replaced to accommodate
planned or equivalent equipment at a reasonable cost, as certified by a
qualified, licensed professional engineer;
2) The necessary equipment would cause interference as to significantly
impact the usability of other existing or planned equipment at the
tower, structure, or building and the interference, cannot be prevented
at a reasonable cost, as certified by a qualified, licensed structural
engineer;
3) Existing or approved towers and buildings within the one-half mile
search radius cannot or will not accommodate the planned equipment
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at a height necessary to function reasonably, as certified by a
qualified, licensed professional engineer; or
4) The applicant, after a good faith effort, is unable to lease space on an
existing or approved tower or building.
moo. All obsolete or unused towers and accompanying accessory facilities shall be
removed within 12 months of the cessation of operations at the site unless a
time extension is approved by the city;
1) After the facilities are removed, the site shall be restored to its original
or an improved state as approved by the Zoning Administrator or
designee. The user of the tower and/or accompanying accessory
facilities shall be responsible for the removal of facilities and
restoration of the site.
s, The applicant shall submit a plan illustrating anticipated sites for future location
for communication towers and/or communication device(s) apparatus; and
t q. Other accessory uses, as determined by the Zoning Administrator.
Section 3. Effective Date. This ordinance becomes effective from and after its adoption and
publication.
Passed in regular session of the City Council of the City of Shakopee, Minnesota held on the
day of , 2026.
Mayor of the City of Shakopee
Attest:
Richard Parsons, City Clerk
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