--------- Good evening everybody. I'd like to call this meeting to order. Welcome to the Voy Township Committee meeting of May 26, 2026. Please rise and join me in salute the flag. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands,
one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. May we have a roll call, please? >> Here. Mr. Plat >> here. >> Mr. Rabbits. >> Jason >> here.
>> Michelle. >> Mr. Cto is here. >> Okay. Mayor Donut >> here. >> This meeting is being held in accordance with the requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act. Do notice this meeting has been published by the clerk in both the courier post and inquire newspapers as well as electronic notice as required by
law. Also a copy of the annual meeting notice and posted on the bulletin board outside the town clerk's office. Thank you. Our first matter this evening is the second reading of bond ordinance number 12-26 authorizing the completion of various road and related improvements in and for
the township of county of Camden, New Jersey appropriating the sum of $2,550,000. Therefore, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes of the township of Vorhees County of Camden, New Jersey in
the aggregate principal amount of up to $2,422,500 making certain determinations and covenants and authorizing certain related actions in connection with the foregoing. This is the second reading of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. >> See no one move to close public portion
on this ordinance. >> Second. All those in favor? >> I opposed. >> The public portion is closed. Is there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mr. Stew. >> Yes. >> Mr. Platt.
>> Yes. >> Mr. Rabbits. >> Jason. >> Yes. >> Yes. >> Mito. >> Yes. >> Yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of a bond ordinance number 13-26 authorizing the completion of various
improvements to the township buildings and grounds appropriating the sum of $1,460,000. Therefore, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes of the township of Warhees County of Cam, New Jersey in the aggregate principal amount of up to
$1,387,000 making certain determinations and covenants and authorizing certain related actions in in connection with the foregoing. This is also the second reading of an of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. >> Seeing no one from the public, move to
close public portion. >> Second. All those in favor? >> I opposed. >> Public portion is closed. Is there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Is there any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mr. Ste, >> yes. >> Mr. Platt, >> yes.
>> Mr. Rabbits, >> yes. >> Mrs. >> Yes. Mayor Bona. >> Yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of ordin of of bond ordinance number 14-26 authorizing the acquisition of vehicles and equipment for the for the township
of Vorhees County of Cam, New Jersey appropriating the sum of $1,990,000. Therefore, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes of the township of Vorhees County of Camden, New Jersey in the aggregate principal amount of up to
1,890,500, making certain determinations and covenants and authorizing certain related actions in connection with the foregoing. This is also the second reading of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. >> Seeing no one, move to close public portion. >> Second.
>> All those in favor? I >> opposed. Public portion is closed. Is there a motion? >> So moved. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mrs. Foy, >> yes. >> Mr. Platt, >> yes. >> Mr. Rabbits, >> yes.
>> Mrs. Sedo, >> yes. >> Mayota, >> yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of bond ordinance number 15-26 authorizing various improvements and acquisition of various equipment in and for the sewer utility system for the
township of Vorhees County of Camber, New Jersey, appropriating the sum of $325,000. Therefore, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes of the township of Vorhees County of Cam, New Jersey in the aggregate principal amount of up to
$38,750 making certain determinations and covenants and authorizing certain related actions in connection with the foregoing. This is also the second reading of an ordinance. I will open to the public for any comment. >> Seeing no one move to close public portion. >> Second.
>> All those in favor? I opposed. Uh public portion for that ordinance is closed. Is there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mrs. Bethroy, yes. >> Mr. Platt, yes. >> Mr. Rabbits, >> yes.
>> Mrs. Sedto, >> yes. >> Mayor Ben, >> yes. So carry. Our next is the second reading of ordinance number 16-26 of the township of Warhees County of Camden, state of New Jersey, adopting redevelopment plan for block 150.02. 2
lot 1.04 on the official tax map of Vorhees in accordance with the requirements of the local redevelopment and housing law NJSA4A12A-1 at SEC. Uh this is a second ordinance. I will open up to the public for any comment.
>> Seeing none, move to close public portion. >> Second. >> All those in favor? >> I opposed. Public portion is closed. Is there a motion? Some move. >> Second. >> You can't second it. Michelle, Jason, >> Jason, we need to hear a second.
>> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? Hearing none. Uh, may we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mrs. Foy, >> abstain. Mr. Platt. >> Yes. >> Mr. Ravage. >> Yes. >> May not.
>> Yes. So, car. Next is the second reading of ordinance number 17-26 of the township of Vorhees adopting the financial agreement under NJSA527D-320 and authorizing tax exemption and payment in lie of taxes under NJSA527D-320
in connection with the Vorhees family apartment project. This is the second reading of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. Seeing no one move to close public portion. >> Second. >> All those in favor? >> That's fine. >> I opposed. Public portion is closed. Is
there a motion? >> So moved. >> Uh I will second that. There's a motion and a second. Is there any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Abstain. Mr. Platt. >> Yes. >> Mr. Rabbits. >> Yes. >> Mrs.
>> Yes. >> Mayor McDonald. >> Yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of ordinance number 18-26 of the township of Vorhees County of Cam, New Jersey, adopting a redevelopment plan for a portion of block 198 lot 7 on the official map of Vorhees in accordance
with the requirements of the local redevelopment and housing law NJSA482A-1. This is also the second reading of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. >> Seeing no one moves to close public portion. Second. >> All those in favor? I
>> I'm sorry. Uh all those in favor of closing public portion. >> I opposed. >> Public portion is closed. Is there a motion? >> Some move. >> Jason. >> I'll second it. We have a motion and a second. Is there any discussion? Uh hearing none. May we have a roll call
vote, please? >> Mroy abstain. >> Mr. Platt. >> Yes. >> Mr. R. >> Yes. >> Mto. >> Yes. >> Notice. >> Yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of ordinance number 19-26 prohibiting parking at all times on
certain streets. Uh this is the second reading of an ordinance. Is there any public comment on this? >> Seeing none, I move to post public portion. >> Second. >> All those in favor? I >> I >> opposed. Public portion is closed. Is
there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? Yes. >> Mr. Platt. >> Yes. >> Mr. Rabbits. >> Yes. >> Mr. >> Yes. >> Yes.
>> So Karen, >> I I just have a quick point of clarification for Miss Nosto. Um not to speak for her, but she did communicate to me that she um desired to vote yes on ordinance number 16-26, but two >> I can speak for Miss Febru also
>> and and Miss Feep also. It's a yes vote for Miss Feb and Miss Nosto for >> 1626. 1626 and there is an abstain from both Miss February and Miss Noto for 1726 and 1826. >> Sorry about that D.
>> That's my fault. >> Thanks. >> Okay. >> Our next uh portion is the public portion uh for resolutions only. If anyone from the public has any comments on any of our resolutions, please come forward. >> Seeing no one move to close public portion. >> Second.
>> All those in favor? >> I opposed. Public portion for resolutions is closed. Our resolutions this evening. Our resolution number 165-26 memorializing an executive session from May 11, 2026. Resolution
166-26 authorizing the amendment of certain records of the tax collector. Number 167-26 authorizing the approval of a performance bond and safety and stabilization bond for Vorhees Route 73 Development Group LLC. Wawa resolution
number 168-26 authorizing submission of a grant application and execution of a grant contract with the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the lost tree bikeway project number 169-26 authorizing submission of a grant application and execution of a grant
contract with the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the White Horse Road phase 5 pedestrian improvements project number 170-26 authorizing a submission of a grant application and execution of a grant contract with the New Jersey
Department of Transportation for the Van Beern roadway improvements project. Resolution 171-26 authorizing extension number one of the contract for data collocation services to CGI Technologies
and Solutions, Inc. Resolution 176-26 authorizing the award of a bid for the LA Lasus pump station improvement project to GSCRM LLC. Resolution number 173-26
authorizing approval of the 2026 2027 liquor license renewals and resolution number 174-26 accepting the resignation of police officer Daniel Ortiz from the Vorhees tent police department. So I have a motion on those resolutions. >> Motion >> second.
>> I have a motion and a second. Is there any discussion? >> Hearing none. Those in favor, please signify by saying I. >> I. Opposed. So carried. Next is approval of our minutes from May 11th, 2026. Our executive session minutes from May 12th,
2025, May 27, 2025, June 9, 2025, July 14, 2025, and August 11, 2025. our registars's report for April 2026, our treasures report for April 2026 and our bill list for May 26, 2026. Do I have a
motion for approval of those? >> Second. >> Motion and a second. Any discussion? >> I just note my abstension from the approval for May 11, 2026 minutes as I was not here. >> Any any other discussion >> hearing? None. All those in favor,
please signify by saying I >> IO opposed. So carried. Uh next is with comments from our committee. Uh, I would just like to remind everybody that the township is proud to support the Animal Welfare Association's Paws and Feet 5K
and Doggy Fun Funday on Saturday, May 30th at Cooper River from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Uh, our township's 3rd annual Junth celebration will be on Friday, June 19th from 6 PM to 900 pm at Connelly Park. Entertainment, food
trucks, craft vendors. Thank you to our Vorhees culture and diversity committee for organizing the event. Our summer concert series kicks off on June 25th at Connelly Park at 7 p.m. with the band Gilligan Yacht Rock. There'll be food trucks. Doney's Garden of Spirits will
be available. It's a free show with free parking. And we are hosting a property tax relief filing event on Thursday, August 13th from 10 to 1 at Lion's Lake uh for residents 65 and over. Uh any other comments from our committee this
evening? Our next portion is our public portion. If anyone from the public has any comments, please come forward. >> Seeing no one move to close public portion. >> Second. >> All those in favor? >> I opposed.
>> So carried our public portion is closed. Um it is now my uh honor to u to read the following proclamation. Uh we are declaring uh Jewish American History Month, the month of May. Uh and uh I
know we have some lovely young ladies here that we will present present it to uh at the very end. We'll get some pictures, but uh right now I just want to read it. Um whereas Jewish Americans have made enduring and invaluable contributions to every aspect of American life, including government,
law, education, science, medicine, business, military, civil rights, literature, music, and the arts. Jewish Americans have helped shape our communities and our country through a long-standing commitment to public service, charitable giving, social justice, education, and the pursuit of
equality and opportunity for all people. The story of Jewish Americans reflects perseverance, resilience, and hope. Jewish American Heritage Month provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements, history, and cultural legacy of Jewish Americans
while fostering greater understanding and appreciation among all people. During this month, we also reaffirm our commitment to combating anti-semitism, hatred, and discrimination in all forms, and to building communities rooted in dignity, respect, and inclusion. Now for
be it proclaimed that the mayor and township committee of the township of Warhees hereby proclaim the month of May as Jewish American Heritage Month in the township of Warhees and encourage all residents to recognize and celebrate the many contributions Jewish Americans have
made and continue to make to our nation, our state, and our local community. Uh do we have the u come down? >> Yeah. Um with that this meeting is a journ. Good evening.
>> Thanks Michelle. >> Thank you. >> Sorry Michelle. I screwed her up. >> You do later alligator. Thanks for all of your very long wordy boundaries. will be like this.
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Good evening everybody. I'd like to call this meeting to order. Welcome to the Voy Township Committee meeting of May 26, 2026. Please rise and join me in salute the flag. I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands,
one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. May we have a roll call, please? >> Here. Mr. Plat >> here. >> Mr. Rabbits. >> Jason >> here.
>> Michelle. >> Mr. Cto is here. >> Okay. Mayor Donut >> here. >> This meeting is being held in accordance with the requirements of the Open Public Meetings Act. Do notice this meeting has been published by the clerk in both the courier post and inquire newspapers as well as electronic notice as required by
law. Also a copy of the annual meeting notice and posted on the bulletin board outside the town clerk's office. Thank you. Our first matter this evening is the second reading of bond ordinance number 12-26 authorizing the completion of various road and related improvements in and for
the township of county of Camden, New Jersey appropriating the sum of $2,550,000. Therefore, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes of the township of Vorhees County of Camden, New Jersey in
the aggregate principal amount of up to $2,422,500 making certain determinations and covenants and authorizing certain related actions in connection with the foregoing. This is the second reading of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. >> See no one move to close public portion
on this ordinance. >> Second. All those in favor? >> I opposed. >> The public portion is closed. Is there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mr. Stew. >> Yes. >> Mr. Platt.
>> Yes. >> Mr. Rabbits. >> Jason. >> Yes. >> Yes. >> Mito. >> Yes. >> Yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of a bond ordinance number 13-26 authorizing the completion of various
improvements to the township buildings and grounds appropriating the sum of $1,460,000. Therefore, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes of the township of Warhees County of Cam, New Jersey in the aggregate principal amount of up to
$1,387,000 making certain determinations and covenants and authorizing certain related actions in in connection with the foregoing. This is also the second reading of an of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. >> Seeing no one from the public, move to
close public portion. >> Second. All those in favor? >> I opposed. >> Public portion is closed. Is there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Is there any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mr. Ste, >> yes. >> Mr. Platt, >> yes.
>> Mr. Rabbits, >> yes. >> Mrs. >> Yes. Mayor Bona. >> Yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of ordin of of bond ordinance number 14-26 authorizing the acquisition of vehicles and equipment for the for the township
of Vorhees County of Cam, New Jersey appropriating the sum of $1,990,000. Therefore, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes of the township of Vorhees County of Camden, New Jersey in the aggregate principal amount of up to
1,890,500, making certain determinations and covenants and authorizing certain related actions in connection with the foregoing. This is also the second reading of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. >> Seeing no one, move to close public portion. >> Second.
>> All those in favor? I >> opposed. Public portion is closed. Is there a motion? >> So moved. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mrs. Foy, >> yes. >> Mr. Platt, >> yes. >> Mr. Rabbits, >> yes.
>> Mrs. Sedo, >> yes. >> Mayota, >> yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of bond ordinance number 15-26 authorizing various improvements and acquisition of various equipment in and for the sewer utility system for the
township of Vorhees County of Camber, New Jersey, appropriating the sum of $325,000. Therefore, authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds or bond anticipation notes of the township of Vorhees County of Cam, New Jersey in the aggregate principal amount of up to
$38,750 making certain determinations and covenants and authorizing certain related actions in connection with the foregoing. This is also the second reading of an ordinance. I will open to the public for any comment. >> Seeing no one move to close public portion. >> Second.
>> All those in favor? I opposed. Uh public portion for that ordinance is closed. Is there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mrs. Bethroy, yes. >> Mr. Platt, yes. >> Mr. Rabbits, >> yes.
>> Mrs. Sedto, >> yes. >> Mayor Ben, >> yes. So carry. Our next is the second reading of ordinance number 16-26 of the township of Warhees County of Camden, state of New Jersey, adopting redevelopment plan for block 150.02. 2
lot 1.04 on the official tax map of Vorhees in accordance with the requirements of the local redevelopment and housing law NJSA4A12A-1 at SEC. Uh this is a second ordinance. I will open up to the public for any comment.
>> Seeing none, move to close public portion. >> Second. >> All those in favor? >> I opposed. Public portion is closed. Is there a motion? Some move. >> Second. >> You can't second it. Michelle, Jason, >> Jason, we need to hear a second.
>> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? Hearing none. Uh, may we have a roll call vote, please? >> Mrs. Foy, >> abstain. Mr. Platt. >> Yes. >> Mr. Ravage. >> Yes. >> May not.
>> Yes. So, car. Next is the second reading of ordinance number 17-26 of the township of Vorhees adopting the financial agreement under NJSA527D-320 and authorizing tax exemption and payment in lie of taxes under NJSA527D-320
in connection with the Vorhees family apartment project. This is the second reading of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. Seeing no one move to close public portion. >> Second. >> All those in favor? >> That's fine. >> I opposed. Public portion is closed. Is
there a motion? >> So moved. >> Uh I will second that. There's a motion and a second. Is there any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? >> Abstain. Mr. Platt. >> Yes. >> Mr. Rabbits. >> Yes. >> Mrs.
>> Yes. >> Mayor McDonald. >> Yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of ordinance number 18-26 of the township of Vorhees County of Cam, New Jersey, adopting a redevelopment plan for a portion of block 198 lot 7 on the official map of Vorhees in accordance
with the requirements of the local redevelopment and housing law NJSA482A-1. This is also the second reading of an ordinance. I will open it to the public for any comment. >> Seeing no one moves to close public portion. Second. >> All those in favor? I
>> I'm sorry. Uh all those in favor of closing public portion. >> I opposed. >> Public portion is closed. Is there a motion? >> Some move. >> Jason. >> I'll second it. We have a motion and a second. Is there any discussion? Uh hearing none. May we have a roll call
vote, please? >> Mroy abstain. >> Mr. Platt. >> Yes. >> Mr. R. >> Yes. >> Mto. >> Yes. >> Notice. >> Yes. So carried. Next is the second reading of ordinance number 19-26 prohibiting parking at all times on
certain streets. Uh this is the second reading of an ordinance. Is there any public comment on this? >> Seeing none, I move to post public portion. >> Second. >> All those in favor? I >> I >> opposed. Public portion is closed. Is
there a motion? >> Motion. >> Second. >> I have a motion and a second. Any discussion? >> Hearing none. May we have a roll call vote, please? Yes. >> Mr. Platt. >> Yes. >> Mr. Rabbits. >> Yes. >> Mr. >> Yes. >> Yes.
>> So Karen, >> I I just have a quick point of clarification for Miss Nosto. Um not to speak for her, but she did communicate to me that she um desired to vote yes on ordinance number 16-26, but two >> I can speak for Miss Febru also
>> and and Miss Feep also. It's a yes vote for Miss Feb and Miss Nosto for >> 1626. 1626 and there is an abstain from both Miss February and Miss Noto for 1726 and 1826. >> Sorry about that D.
>> That's my fault. >> Thanks. >> Okay. >> Our next uh portion is the public portion uh for resolutions only. If anyone from the public has any comments on any of our resolutions, please come forward. >> Seeing no one move to close public portion. >> Second.
>> All those in favor? >> I opposed. Public portion for resolutions is closed. Our resolutions this evening. Our resolution number 165-26 memorializing an executive session from May 11, 2026. Resolution
166-26 authorizing the amendment of certain records of the tax collector. Number 167-26 authorizing the approval of a performance bond and safety and stabilization bond for Vorhees Route 73 Development Group LLC. Wawa resolution
number 168-26 authorizing submission of a grant application and execution of a grant contract with the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the lost tree bikeway project number 169-26 authorizing submission of a grant application and execution of a grant
contract with the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the White Horse Road phase 5 pedestrian improvements project number 170-26 authorizing a submission of a grant application and execution of a grant contract with the New Jersey
Department of Transportation for the Van Beern roadway improvements project. Resolution 171-26 authorizing extension number one of the contract for data collocation services to CGI Technologies
and Solutions, Inc. Resolution 176-26 authorizing the award of a bid for the LA Lasus pump station improvement project to GSCRM LLC. Resolution number 173-26
authorizing approval of the 2026 2027 liquor license renewals and resolution number 174-26 accepting the resignation of police officer Daniel Ortiz from the Vorhees tent police department. So I have a motion on those resolutions. >> Motion >> second.
>> I have a motion and a second. Is there any discussion? >> Hearing none. Those in favor, please signify by saying I. >> I. Opposed. So carried. Next is approval of our minutes from May 11th, 2026. Our executive session minutes from May 12th,
2025, May 27, 2025, June 9, 2025, July 14, 2025, and August 11, 2025. our registars's report for April 2026, our treasures report for April 2026 and our bill list for May 26, 2026. Do I have a
motion for approval of those? >> Second. >> Motion and a second. Any discussion? >> I just note my abstension from the approval for May 11, 2026 minutes as I was not here. >> Any any other discussion >> hearing? None. All those in favor,
please signify by saying I >> IO opposed. So carried. Uh next is with comments from our committee. Uh, I would just like to remind everybody that the township is proud to support the Animal Welfare Association's Paws and Feet 5K
and Doggy Fun Funday on Saturday, May 30th at Cooper River from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Uh, our township's 3rd annual Junth celebration will be on Friday, June 19th from 6 PM to 900 pm at Connelly Park. Entertainment, food
trucks, craft vendors. Thank you to our Vorhees culture and diversity committee for organizing the event. Our summer concert series kicks off on June 25th at Connelly Park at 7 p.m. with the band Gilligan Yacht Rock. There'll be food trucks. Doney's Garden of Spirits will
be available. It's a free show with free parking. And we are hosting a property tax relief filing event on Thursday, August 13th from 10 to 1 at Lion's Lake uh for residents 65 and over. Uh any other comments from our committee this
evening? Our next portion is our public portion. If anyone from the public has any comments, please come forward. >> Seeing no one move to close public portion. >> Second. >> All those in favor? >> I opposed.
>> So carried our public portion is closed. Um it is now my uh honor to u to read the following proclamation. Uh we are declaring uh Jewish American History Month, the month of May. Uh and uh I
know we have some lovely young ladies here that we will present present it to uh at the very end. We'll get some pictures, but uh right now I just want to read it. Um whereas Jewish Americans have made enduring and invaluable contributions to every aspect of American life, including government,
law, education, science, medicine, business, military, civil rights, literature, music, and the arts. Jewish Americans have helped shape our communities and our country through a long-standing commitment to public service, charitable giving, social justice, education, and the pursuit of
equality and opportunity for all people. The story of Jewish Americans reflects perseverance, resilience, and hope. Jewish American Heritage Month provides an opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements, history, and cultural legacy of Jewish Americans
while fostering greater understanding and appreciation among all people. During this month, we also reaffirm our commitment to combating anti-semitism, hatred, and discrimination in all forms, and to building communities rooted in dignity, respect, and inclusion. Now for
be it proclaimed that the mayor and township committee of the township of Warhees hereby proclaim the month of May as Jewish American Heritage Month in the township of Warhees and encourage all residents to recognize and celebrate the many contributions Jewish Americans have
made and continue to make to our nation, our state, and our local community. Uh do we have the u come down? >> Yeah. Um with that this meeting is a journ. Good evening.
>> Thanks Michelle. >> Thank you. >> Sorry Michelle. I screwed her up. >> You do later alligator. Thanks for all of your very long wordy boundaries. will be like this.
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