Minutes
Alamo Community College District
Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
George E. Killen Community Education & Service Center
201 W. Sheridan
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Chairman Dr. Gene Sprague called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. and announced that a quorum of trustees was present.
The following trustees were present:
District 2 Denver McClendon
District 3 Ricardo A. Martinez
District 4 Marcelo S. Casillas
District 5 Roberto Zarate, Assistant Secretary
District 6 Dr. Gene Sprague, Chairman
District 7 Charles J. Conner
District 8 Gary Beitzel
District 9 James A. Rindfuss, Secretary
The following trustees were not present:
District 1 Luz Maria Prieto, Vice Chair
CERTIFICATION AND POSTING OF NOTICE
Chairman Dr. Sprague announced that the notice of the Board meeting had been duly posted at the District Office Building, Northwest Vista College, San Antonio College, St. Philip's College and at Southwest Campus, Palo Alto College, and the ACCD George E. Killen Community Education & Service Center fulfilling the requirements of the statutes as set forth.
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The invocation was given by Adriana Palacios, President’s Intern, President’s Office, Northwest Vista College
There were no memorials.
Chancellor Dr J. Terence Kelly recognized the District Employee of the Month, Dana Morris, Senior Multimedia Specialist, Library and Media Services Department, San Antonio College.
Gil Castillo expressed opposition to the tuition and fee increase that the Board would be considering during this meeting.
1. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE
SPECIAL MEETING ON JUNE 19, 2003
On motion by Trustee Marcelo Casillas, seconded by Trustee Gary Beitzel and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on June 19, 2003 are hereby approved.”
Trustee Roberto Zarate abstained.
2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE
SPECIAL MEETING ON JULY 14, 2003
On motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee James Rindfuss and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on July 14, 2003 are hereby approved.”
Trustees Ricardo Martinez, and Roberto Zarate abstained.
3. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE
SPECIAL MEETING ON JULY 29, 2003
On motion by Trustee Casillas, seconded by Trustee Beitzel and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on July 29, 2003 are hereby approved.”
Trustees Ricardo Martinez and Roberto Zarate abstained.
4. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE
SPECIAL MEETING ON AUGUST 5, 2003
On motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Rindfuss and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on August 5, 2003 are hereby approved.”
Trustees Ricardo Martinez, Marcelo Casillas, and Roberto Zarate abstained.
5. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE
SPECIAL MEETING ON AUGUST 14, 2003
On motion by Trustee Rindfuss, seconded by Trustee Charles Conner and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on August 14, 2003 are hereby approved.”
Trustees Ricardo Martinez and Roberto Zarate abstained.
6. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE
SPECIAL MEETING ON FEBRUARY 17, 2004
On motion by Trustee Casillas, seconded by Trustee Beitzel and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The minutes of the Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on February 17, 2004 are hereby approved.”
Trustees Ricardo Martinez and Roberto Zarate abstained.
7. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR BOARD MEETING ON FEBRUARY 17, 2004
On motion by Trustee Roberto Zarate, seconded by Trustee Denver McClendon and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Alamo Community College District held on February 17, 2004 are hereby approved.”
Trustee Ricardo Martinez abstained.
Dr. J. Terence Kelly provided a brief report on the following:
· Training, Internships, Exchanges, & Scholarships (TIES) Award
· 26th Annual SA to DC Trip
· Update on Strategic Plan
· St. Philip’s College Fuel Cell Conference
· Budget Development Process and Schedule
The trustees and department directors discussed various aspects of the departmental monthly reports, including the signature and approval levels presented by Acquisitions and Administrative Services, the program status summary of Facilities, and the Brackenridge project.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS/RECOGNITION
Ruben Torres, Dean of Continuing Education at San Antonio College and Mona Aldama Ramirez, Coordinator, presented information to the Board regarding the Alternative Teacher Certification Program.
Malcolm Verdict, Associate Director of the Energy Systems Lab, Texas Engineering Experience Station, Texas A&M University, presented information to the Board regarding the Energy Costs Reduction Measures project. The trustees and Mr. Val Santos discussed other possible initiatives that provide savings in the utilities area, including water utility savings.
CLOSED SESSION
Chairman Dr. Sprague announced that the Board would adjourn into Closed Session pursuant to sections 551.071, and 551.072 of the Texas Open Meetings Act at 8:45 p.m.
Chairman Dr. Sprague reconvened the meeting into Open Session at 9:31 p.m.
9. CONTRACT RENEWAL OF ADMINISTRATORS REPORTING TO THE
CHANCELLOR FOR A ONE-YEAR TERM
On motion by Trustee Zarate, seconded by Trustee Casillas and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The administrators listed below have been reviewed in accordance with ACCD Policy DLA by the Chancellor. I, hereby, recommend the renewal of the contracts for the following administrators for the period September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2005.
Dr. Charles Burmeister, Director for Management & Information Systems
Theresa Fayette, Director of Human Resources
Richard Hernandez, Director of Student Financial Services
Linda O’Nave, Director of Acquisitions and Administrative Services
Carlos Ramirez, Director of Finance and Accounting
Val Santos, Director of Facilities
Dr. Adelina Silva, Director for Student & Community Program Development
The salaries for these administrative positions is contingent upon the availability of funds.”
10. CONTRACT RENEWAL OF ADMINISTRATORS REPORTING TO THE
On motion by Trustee McClendon, seconded by Trustee Casillas and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The administrators listed below have been reviewed in accordance with ACCD Policy DLA by the Chancellor. I, hereby, recommend the renewal of the contracts for the following administrators for the period September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2006.
Dr. Jacqueline Claunch, President of Northwest Vista College
Dr. Ana M. Guzman, President of Palo Alto College
Dr. Angie S. Runnels, President of St. Philip=s College
Dr. Robert E. Zeigler, President of San Antonio College
Ray Patterson, Director of Audits
The salaries for these administrative positions is contingent upon the availability of funds.”
11. CONTRACT RENEWAL OF ADMINISTRATORS REPORTING TO THE DISTRICT DIRECTOR FOR FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING
On motion by Trustee Zarate, seconded by Trustee Beitzel and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
"The administrators listed below have been reviewed in accordance with ACCD Policy DLA by the District Director for Finance & Accounting. The salaries of the administrative positions are contingent upon the availability of funds. I, hereby, recommend the renewal of the contract for the administrators for the period specified:
Ms. Carol Riley, District Controller
Ms. Lenora C. Chapman, District Treasurer
September 1, 2004 to August 31, 2005.”
12. CONTRACT RENEWAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF 2004-2005
AT NORTHWEST VISTA COLLEGE
On motion by Trustee McClendon, seconded by Trustee Beitzel and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The individuals identified on attached List No. 1 for Northwest Vista College, have been evaluated by the President in accordance with administrative policy. I hereby recommend employment of these administrators at Northwest Vista College for the period of September 1, 2004 through August 31, 2005. Salaries for the respective administrative positions are contingent upon the availability of funds.”
13. CONTRACT RENEWAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF 2004-2005
AT PALO ALTO COLLEGE
On motion by Trustee Casillas, seconded by Trustee Zarate and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The attached list No. 1 of administrators at Palo Alto College has been reviewed by the President in accordance with administrative policy. I, hereby, recommend employment of these administrators for the period September 1, 2004 through August 31, 2005. Salaries for the respective administrative positions are contingent on the availability of funds.”
14. CONTRACT RENEWAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF 2004-2005
AT ST. PHILIP’S COLLEGE
On motion by Trustee Casillas, seconded by Trustee Beitzel and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The attached list of administrators has been reviewed in accordance with District policy by the President of St. Philip's College. I hereby recommend renewal of their current contracts. Salaries for the respective administrative positions for the Fiscal Year 2004-2005 will be determined in the budget process.”
15. CONTRACT RENEWAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF 2004-2005
AT SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE
On motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Zarate and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The attached list of administrators at San Antonio College has been reviewed by the President in accordance with administrative policy. I hereby recommend employment of these administrators for the period September 1, 2004 through August 31, 2005. Salaries for the respective administrative positions are contingent upon the availability of funds.”
16. GRANTING OF TITLE OF EMERITUS STATUS
On motion by Trustee Beitzel, seconded by Trustee Rindfuss and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“In recognition of her long and distinguished service to San Antonio College, the title of Professor Emeritus, Department of Nursing Education, be conferred upon Ella M. Stiles, and she is granted all rights and privileges of this title effective December 14, 2003.”
17. PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ON DEBT MANAGEMENT
This item was pulled from the agenda at the request of Chairman Dr. Gene Sprague.
18. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON SELECTION OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT CONSULTING SERVICES (RFP #04A-041)
On motion by Trustee Rindfuss, seconded by Trustee Zarate and by unanimous vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The Board of Trustees hereby selects the firm of Smith Barney as investment management consultant with a base term from the date of the award through August 31, 2007 with options to extend for two (2) additional one-year terms. The firm will be eligible for renewal based on satisfactory services and contract pricing unchanged.”
19. APPROVAL OF TUITION AND FEE INCREASE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2004-2005
Chancellor, Dr. J. Terence Kelly explained that the preference is to make this recommendation while the budget is being developed overall, but state law requires that tuition and fee increases be established in advance of registration which for ACCD, will happen in April 2004, therefore, the Board must consider this recommendation now.
After some discussion, Trustee Rindfusss made a motion to increase tuition by $3 per credit hour and a $10 increase in the general fee, seconded by Trustee McClendon.
Trustee Rindfuss amended his motion to include a $3 per hour increase in tuition, a $20 increase in the general fee, and acceptance of other incidental fees as recommended by staff, seconded by Trustee Conner.
The trustees discussed the purpose in increasing the general fee that will provide for the additional demand for services resulting from increased enrollment and decreased state funding.
After discussion Chairman Dr. Sprague called for the vote and by majority vote of the Board, the following minute order was adopted:
“The attached Tuition and Fee Schedule (Exhibit A) effective Fall 2004 is hereby approved.”
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TUITION AND FEE SCHEDULE |
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EFFECTIVE FALL 2004 |
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Non-Texas Residents and |
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Texas Residents |
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International Students |
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In- District |
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Out of District |
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Semester |
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General |
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General |
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General |
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Hours |
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Tuition |
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Fee |
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Tuition |
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Fee |
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Tuition |
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Fee |
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1 |
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$228.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$456.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$912.00 |
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$100.00 |
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2 |
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$228.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$456.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$912.00 |
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$100.00 |
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3 |
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$228.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$456.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$912.00 |
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$100.00 |
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4 |
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$228.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$456.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$912.00 |
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$100.00 |
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5 |
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$228.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$456.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$912.00 |
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$100.00 |
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6 |
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$228.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$456.00 |
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$100.00 |
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$912.00 |
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$100.00 |
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7 |
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$266.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$532.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,064.00 |
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$105.00 |
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8 |
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$304.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$608.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,216.00 |
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$105.00 |
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9 |
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$342.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$684.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,368.00 |
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$105.00 |
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10 |
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$380.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$760.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,520.00 |
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$105.00 |
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11 |
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$418.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$836.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,672.00 |
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$105.00 |
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12 |
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$456.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$912.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,824.00 |
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$105.00 |
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13 |
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$494.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$988.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,976.00 |
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$105.00 |
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14 |
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$532.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,064.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$2,128.00 |
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$105.00 |
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15 |
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$570.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,140.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$2,280.00 |
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$105.00 |
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16 |
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$608.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,216.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$2,432.00 |
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$105.00 |
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17 |
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$646.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,292.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$2,584.00 |
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$105.00 |
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18 |
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$684.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,368.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$2,736.00 |
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$105.00 |
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19 |
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$722.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,444.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$2,888.00 |
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$105.00 |
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20 |
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$760.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,520.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$3,040.00 |
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$105.00 |
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21 |
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$798.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$1,596.00 |
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$105.00 |
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$3,192.00 |
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$105.00 |
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