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YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center

906 N Center St, Corry, PA 16407 · Erie County
4 core-safety citations in last 12 months 6 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center is a certified child care center in Corry, PA, with capacity for 140 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 10 times and confirmed violations in 6 complaint investigations. The state cited 83 violations, 13 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (20 of 83). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #46 of 81 centers in Erie County and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 83% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#46 of 81 centers in Erie County
13 Core-safety citations
70 Other citations
10 Inspections
6 Complaint investigations that found violations
83 citations from 19 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 20, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 20, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 7, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 11, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Jan 13, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 10, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 10, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 28, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 8, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found May 2, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citation Sep 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 30, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 11, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 29, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Jun 17, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Jun 17, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 20
Training & qualifications 16
Health & medication 16
Records & paperwork 15
Background checks 6
Supervision 5
Emergency preparedness 2
Caregiver conduct 1
Staff ratios 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jul 20, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
The file for Staff Person #1, who has worked at the facility for more than 90 days, did not include documentation of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “Staff person #1, is a returning summer employee; return date was June 8, 2026. Staff person #1 was scheduled to attend First Aid, CPR, and AED training in June, which was cancelled by the instructor. Staff person #1 will attend First Aid, CPR, and AED training on Tuesday, July 21, at 6:00 pm.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
Regarding an incident that occurred on March 12, 2026, during which Child #1 received a scratch on their back while playing in the gym, Staff Person #1 acknowledged that an incident report was written on that day; however, the report was not provided to the parent until the next morning.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2026): “Supervisor and staff member developed a plan of classroom organization which ensures that a paper will not be misplaced during the busiest times of the day. This plan also includes a checklist to make sure that all parental contacts are made as soon as possible the same day.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff Person #1, who has worked at the facility for more than 90 days, lacked training in the 10 required health and safety training topics. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2026): “Staff person #1 was an employee who had worked part of the previous summer, and was called in for emergency coverage on that day. Staff member #1 has been asked to complete the required initial training so that she can remain on our call-list on emergency basis.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff Person #1 did not complete Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of their hire date. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2026): “Staff person #1 was an employee who had worked part of the previous summer, and was called in for emergency coverage on that day. Staff member #1 has been asked to complete the required Mandated Reporter training so that she can remain on our call-list on emergency basis.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
The file for Staff Person #1, who has worked at the facility for more than 90 days, did not include documentation of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 20, 2026): “Staff person #1 was an employee who had worked part of the previous summer, and was called in for emergency coverage on that day. Staff member #1 will take part in one of our CPR/AED/FIRST AID training courses upon returning to employment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Mar 11, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
Based on statements made by staff, on 2/18/26 staff #1 restrained child #1 while in the gym. Staff #1 used one arm to hold child #1 in place while staff #1 attempted to set a timer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2026): “Supervisor met with staff member and reviewed the incident. Supervisor reminded staff member that while corrective action can look different with kids that have a flight-risk, the same guiding principles and policies protect all kids in our programs. Supervisor reviewed some techniques for…”
Core safety Jan 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
Based on staff interviews, there have been 2 or more occasions when staff:child ratio was exceeded with mixed groups of infants / young toddlers and young toddlers /older toddlers for up to 5 minutes before additional staff were able to be put into ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2026): “The YMCA of Corry will immediately begin to subject some facility staff (the front desk employee, the food prep employee, the community and membership director, etc.) to the same requirements and clearances as daycare employees. In the event of an unexpected call off, delay in arrival of staff, or…”
Core safety Dec 10, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet) and resident of the state of New York, is lacking a New York State child abuse clearance as required under CPSL for employment in child care. On 12/10/2025 at ~2:45pm, Staff person #1 was providing child care in the Toddler 2 classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 20, 2026): “1)Staff person # 1 applied for a NYS portal for the purposes of applying for out-of-state employment clearances. Staff person # 1 received his NYS Child Abuse Clearance dated 12/09/2025. In addition, staff person #1 did not work in the DAYCARE from 12/11/2025 to 12/18/2025. (correction 12/11/2025)…”
Core safety Dec 10, 2025 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet) and resident of the state of New York, is lacking a New York State child abuse clearance as required under CPSL for employment in child care. On 12/10/2025 at ~2:45pm, Staff person #1 was providing child care in the Toddler 2 classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Staff person # 1 applied for a NYS portal for the purposes of applying for out-of-state employment clearances. Staff person # 1 received his NYS Child Abuse Clearance dated 12/09/2025. In addition, staff person #1 did not work in the DAYCARE from 12/11/2025 to 12/18/2025.”
Citation Dec 10, 2025 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
65º F minimum 55 Pa. Code §3270.70(a)
According to staff statements the preschool classroom temperature has been below 65 degrees on at least one day while children were in care due to the furnace being broken.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2026): “The heating and cooling in the above referenced room is in working order and on, but is aged. The YMCA of Corry Child Development center received a grant to modernize and replace the heating and cooling in the room referenced above. The primary problem is the current heater's location in the room…”
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Core safety Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #5 contains current NSOR verification that was obtained after the previous NSOR expired evidenced by NSOR verifications dated 1/14/20 and 8/18/25. The file for staff person #6 contains current NSOR verification that was obtained after the previous NSOR expired evidenced by NSOR verifications dated 1/14/20 and 2/25/25. The file for staff person #8, DOH (see LIS code sheet) is lacking a valid disclosure statement at the time of hire The file for staff person #11 contains current NSOR verification that was obtained after the previous NSOR expired evidenced by NSOR verifications dated 1/13/20 and 8/7/25. The file for staff person #12 contains current NSOR verification that was obtained after the previous NSOR expired evidenced by NSOR verifications dated 1/16/20 and 2/11/25. The file for staff person #14 contains current NSOR verification that was obtained after the previous NSOR expired evidenced by NSOR verifications dated 1/14/20 and 8/28/25. The file for staff person #10 who currently lives in the state of New York, DOH (see LIS code sheet), is lacking a New York child abuse clearance and a New York sex offender clearance as required under CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Staff person #5 received her completed NSOR request on 08/18/2025 to renew her good standing. Staff person #6 received her completed NSOR request on 02/25/2025 to renew her good standing. Staff person # 8 completed a new fully singed Disclosure statement dated 12/05/2023. Staff person #10 has…”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed on the toddler playground 7 fence bolts that were protruding in toward the play space causing a potential puncture hazard. Observed in the pre-K 3 classroom sliding closet doors that were damaged including cracked wood, missing knob, and non-functioning latch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Program's playground has undergone maintain and the seven bolt-ends were covered with a screw-on end cover similar to the covers on the ends of the other bolts in the playground.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
The girls' hallway bathroom was lacking a handwashing sign by one of the sinks and by the diaper changing area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Handwashing signs have been added to the recognized areas and older/smaller signs have been replaced.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Indoor climbing- protective surface 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(f)
Observed in the toddler 1 classroom, a climbing structure, including sliding board that was positioned on the tile floor lacking protective surface covering.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Additional thicker padding has been added up to and around the climbing structure. A thinner foam padding has been added directly underneath and inside the climbing structure to ensure not to lessen the stability of the structure.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Observed on the toddler playground many small pieces of rubber which are used as protective surfacing in the adjacent preschool play space. One and two year olds who are still placing objects in their mouth have access to the pieces of rubber. Observed in the Infant 2 classroom a foam floor mat that had small pieces of foam missing. Observed an infant picking at the foam mat.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2025): “Staff swept and removed all pieces of rubber from the younger playground. Program leadership has begun investigating the cost and time frame for a potential solid fencing to be placed between the two playground which would prevent the pieces of rubber from migrating from one playground to the next.…”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
Observed in the Infant 1 classroom an infant sleeping in a pack n play that was designated for a different infant.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2025): “Adequate rest equipment has been provided to allow for each infant in that room to have their own named sleeping/rest equipment available to them at all times. In addition, three sleeping mats have been made available and properly labeled to allow the older infants, who are consolidated into that…”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
The file for child #1, school age, is lacking an immunization report and has been attending for greater than 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “The family of child #1 was asked to provide an updated health/immunization report.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
Observed in the Pre-K 2 first-aid kit Neosporin and Benadryl cream not labeled with the name of the child for whom it is intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2025): “The rooms were provided generic First-aids kits which contained the Neosporin and Benadryl creams. The creams were immediately removed, after being notified of their presence in the kits.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff person #8, hire date 3/12/25, contains an initial health assessment dated 12/5/23 which is more than 12 months prior to service and is therefore not valid. The file for staff person #4 is lacking a health assessment completed in the past 24 months. The file for staff person #2 contains a current health assessment that was obtained greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Staff member # 8 was asked to submit to a health inspection as soon as possible with a medical professional to ensure full compliance and safety. Staff member # 2 obtained a full health assessment on 09/05/2025.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)
The files for staff persons #1,3,7,9, and 13 contain current health assessments that are lacking statements regarding the individual's suitability to provider child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2025): “The YMCA utilizes the local hospital to perform all of our health inspections and we are billed directly. The hospital from does not include the required statement regarding "providing child care". A statement can be requested of the medical provider to accompany these forms in the files for staff…”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #1, school age, is lacking a health assessment and has been attending for greater than 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “The family of child # 1 has been asked to provide an updated current health assessment as soon as possible.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
The file for staff person #15 contains current PFA/CPR that was obtained after the previous certification expired evidenced by certifications dated 6/16/22 and 12/12/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2025): “Staff person # 15 will complete a certified Adult and Pediatric First Aid /CPR/AED renewal course before November 2026. * Current certificate was completed on 12/12/2024.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff person #7, serving as an assistant group supervisor, is lacking documentation of required education to serve as an assistant group supervisor. The file for staff person #10, serving as the facility director, is lacking documentation of experience to serve as the facility director. The file for staff person #13, serving as an assistant group supervisor, is lacking documentation of education to serve as an assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2025): “Staff person # 7 has resigned her position here at the YMCA of Corry. That staff person will no longer fulfill the position of assistant group supervisor. Staff person # 10 is a new director and is serving under the leadership and supervision of the previous director who still holds a current ECE…”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The files for staff persons #4, #5, #6, #7, #12, #14, and #15 are lacking written evaluations completed during the previous 12-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Staff persons numbered #4, #5,#6, #7, #12, #14, #15 will immediately undergo the written evaluations necessary.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The file for child #1contains emergency contact information that is lacking health insurance information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Child # 1's file was thoroughly inspected and the family has been asked to make corrections to any incorrectly or inadequately filled-out paperwork.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The files for child #2 and #3 contain emergency contact information that is lacking the addresses for the emergency release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2025): “Emergency Contact forms for children #2 and #3 were thoroughly inspected and the family has been asked to make corrections to any incorrectly or inadequately filled-out paperwork.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The files for children #1, 4, 5, 6 and 7 contain emergency contact and financial agreements that have not been updated during the previous 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2025): “New emergency contact information forms and financial agreements have been sent home with the families of children #1,#4,#5,#6,and #7; indeed with all program children.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff person #10 is lacking two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Staff member # 10 will provide program leadership two references (one personal and one professional) to be added to his file.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff person #5 contains only 7 of the required 12 hours of child care training during the year 12/2023 to 12/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Staff member # 5 had several trainings that were not properly uploaded to her PD registry account. In addition she has completed the additional trainings that are needed to properly complete her required 12 hours annually.”
Citation Aug 28, 2025 Other state visit Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Handwashing signs were not posted by the sinks in the lower level child care space and upper level child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 8, 2025): “Proper handwashing signs were hung next to handwashing stations both upstairs and downstairs of the new rooms.”
Citation Aug 28, 2025 Other state visit Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
A written schedule of daily activities was not posted in the lower level and upper level child care spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 8, 2025): “A written plan / schedule of daily activities is now posted on both upper and lower levels.”
Citation Aug 28, 2025 Other state visit Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
The emergency transportation plan was not posted in the lower level and upper level child care spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 8, 2025): “The emergency procedures policy is now posted on both upper and lower levels of the new space.”
Citation Jun 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
According to the fire alarm test log the alarm tests conducted on 5/6/25 and 6/6/25 exceeded 30 days between tests.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “The alarm has been tested in the past 30 days and will be tested every 30 days moving forward.”
Core safety May 8, 2025 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
According to staff interviews and video footage, staff persons #1 and #2 who were responsible for supervising the children on the playground were not able to see child #1 who broke their arm when they fell from the playground climbing equipment. Staff #1 and #2 were not aware that child #1 had fallen until the child told them and then they viewed the facility video.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2025): “Leadership team responded as soon as we were notified of the extent of the injury. Video footage was reviewed with the parents and was preserved. Both, above mentioned, staff members were questioned to verify details. Both staff have been retrained of the YMCA supervision policy and the need for…”
Citation May 8, 2025 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Contact parent/keep record 55 Pa. Code §3270.132(a)
According to staff interviews and text communications, the parents of child #1 were not notified or informed that child #1 had fallen from the climbing equipment and had received an injury which was later determined to be a broken arm.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2025): “Both, above mentioned, staff were retrained on the communication requirements of the YMCA Child Development program. This retraining focused on the methods of communication utilized here at the YMCA and how they can be used at different times to provide appropriate communication with the families…”
Citation May 8, 2025 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
The provider did not give an incident report to the parent of child #1 regarding an injury that occurred on the playground until the following day.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2025): “Both, above mentioned, staff were retrained on the expectation and requirement of communication with parents, especially after an incident has been reported. The timing of reporting as well as the methods which can be utilized we discussed. Potential future scenarios were discussed and…”
Core safety Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #2, hire date (see IS code sheet), who has resided in Ohio during the previous 5 years, is lacking Ohio state clearances. The file for staff person #7, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking verification of request for criminal history clearance prior to start date in a child care position. The file does contain a current criminal history clearance dated 7/24/2024. The file for staff person #9, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking a valid criminal history clearance. The criminal history clearance on file dated 9/13/2023 is in 'pending' status. The file for staff person #10, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking a completed NSOR verification and has exceeded 45 days since hire. The file for staff person #12, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking a child abuse clearance at initial hire. The child abuse clearance on file is dated 11/21/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Staff person #2 resigned Staff person # 7 file contains current criminal history clearance Staff person # 9 - clearance was received Staff person #10 NSOR was received Staff person # 12 - clearance was received All items emailed to licensing rep”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for staff person #11 is lacking documentation of emergency plan training at the time of initial hire. The file does contain documentation regarding current training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Training was provided and is current”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Observed electrical outlets lacking protective covers in the Gym by the Playroom door and in the Upstairs Playroom by the light switch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “protective covers were put in all outlets.”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
Observed on the counter in the Infant 1 Room a white bin containing a clear liquid and lacking a label identifying the liquid. When asked, staff identified the liquid as bleach water.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Staff immediately labeled the container”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
The extra Toddler classroom is lacking a first-aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “First aid kit was added to the child care space”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Non-skid surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.80(b)
The stairs to the Upstairs Playroom are lacking a nonskid surface.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “A nonskid surface was added to the steps”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Two rest mats in the Toddler 1 Room were observed to be torn and exposing interior foam. The hinge on the microwave in the toy play kitchen in the Toddler 2 Room was loose posing a pinch hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2024): “Staff taped mats with duct table. Microwave hinge was repaired”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Two rest mats in the Toddler 1 Room were observed to be torn and exposing interior foam. Toddlers still placing objects in their mouth could tear small pieces of the foam causing a choking hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2024): “mats were repaired with duct tape”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
The files for child #1 and #6, preschool aged, are lacking current health reports completed during the previous 12-month period. The file for child #5, older toddler, contains a current health report that was completed greater than 12 months after the previous health report. The file is now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Child #6 provided an updated physical with shot record. Emailing to licensing rep Child #1 has until Friday October 11 to provide the information, or he will be suspended until it is received Child #5 file is up to date, but information was late.”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff person #3, hire date (see IS code sheet) is lacking an initial health assessment completed at the time of hire. The initial health assessment on file is dated 9/17/2024. The file for staff person #11, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking an initial health assessment completed at the time of hire. The initial health assessment on file is dated 12/8/2023. The file for staff person #4, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking a health assessment completed during the previous 12-month period. The most recent health assessment is dated 8/9/2022. The files for staff persons #5,#6 and #8 contain current health assessments that were completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Staff #3 health assessment is now on file Staff #1 health assessment is now on file.”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet), contains an initial health assessment that is lacking an examination for communicable disease and the results of that examination and a physician's statement regarding the individual's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Staff #1 - correct form was obtained by the doctors office. Done while licensing rep on site.”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The fire alarm test log identifies that the alarm tests exceeded 30 days between tests on 8/1/2024 and 9/4/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Fire alarm was conducted, but longer than 30 days”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #2, young toddler, is lacking an initial health report within 60 days of the first day of attendance. The file does contain a current health report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Health assessment for Child #2 is now in the child's file”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff person #2, serving as a group supervisor is lacking verification of education to qualify as a group supervisor. The files for staff persons #7, #10 and #11, all serving as assistant group supervisors, are lacking documentation of education to qualify as assistant group supervisors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Staff person #2 - resigned Staff person #7, #10 & #11 received and will be emailed to licensing rep.”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Gym or indoor Playrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Written plan of daily activities was posted in both the gym and indoor playgrounds”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The files for child #1 and #3 contained financial agreements that were not signed by the operator. The file for child #7 contained a financial agreement that was not signed by the parent or the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Staff had parents sign forms. Emailed to licensing rep.”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The financial agreement for child #1 does not include a fee amount.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Fee agreement with prices was signed by the parent”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A written medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Gym or indoor Playrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “The medical emergency transportation plan was posted in the gym and indoor playground”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The files for children # 1,2,4,5 and 6 contain current emergency contact information and financial agreements that was reviewed / updated greater than 6 months after the previous review. The file for child #3 contains current financial agreement that was reviewed greater than 6 months after the previous review and is lacking a current emergency contact update within the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “child files #1, 2, 4, 5, 6 contain paperwork with reviews over 6 months Child # updated with current emergency contact information”
Citation Sep 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff person #2 contains only 1 written, non-family reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2024): “Staff person #2 resigned”
Citation Apr 30, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
According to the Fire Detection System Test Log, the tests were greater than 30 days apart from 1/30/24 to 3/1/24 and 3/1/24 to 4/30/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2024): “Fire drill was performed day of visit”
Citation Apr 30, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff # 1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training the certificate is dated. 4/28/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2024): “Staff completed training but not in the 90 day window”
Citation Apr 30, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person # 2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31(f)(1)-(9).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2024): “Training completed outside of the 90 day window”
Core safety Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #14 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #14 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: PA Health & Safety Training Topics #1-#10 including PFA/PCPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “Staff person #14 completed required preservice training by 10/9 He did not work with children until the training was completed”
Core safety Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #3, hire date (see IS code sheet), contains an FBI clearance that expired on 9/19/2020 and contains an FBI clearance dated 8/22/2020 that was obtained through department of education which is not valid for employment in a child care facility. The file for staff person #5, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains an FBI fingerprint verification report dated 3/1/2023, however is lacking a completed FBI clearance and has exceeded 45 days since hire date. The file for staff person #8, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains initial criminal history clearance dated 3/25/22 and child abuse clearance dated 4/4/2022 obtained for the purpose of volunteer and are not valid for employment in childcare. Staff #8 has since obtained a valid child abuse clearance dated 9/20/2023 and has requested a criminal history clearance for employment which is still in pending status dated 9/18/2023 and not accepted as a complete clearance. The file for staff person #10, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains an FBI clearance that expired on 7/24/2023 and an FBI clearance dated 1/20/2022 obtained through the department of education which is not valid for employment in child care. The…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “#3 completed and received updated DHS FBI on 9/29 #5 requested another copy of FBI - received and in staff file #8 correct state police clearance received 3/18/23 and child abuse moved from pending 9/20 #10 DHS FBI received on 9/23/23 #13 disclosure statement signed in staff file. child abuse and…”
Core safety Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
Staff person #14, serving as an aide, was observed to be unsupervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an AGS when he escorted a toddler from the back stairway through the lobby and to the front door to be reunited with the child's parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “#14 job position changed so that he is not unsupervised with children”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for staff person #14 is lacking documentation of training regarding the facility emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “Staff person #14 received facility emergency plan training on 10/2/23 conducted by the director”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The files for staff persons #13 and #14 are lacking health assessments and were observed caring for children. The files for staff persons #3 and #12 are lacking health assessments conducted during the previous 24-month period. The files for staff persons #1, #6, #7 and #10 contain a current health assessments that was conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment. Files #1,6,7 and 10 are now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “#13 health assessment completed on 9/26 TB read 9/28 #14 health assessment completed 9/27 TB read 9/27 #3 new health assessment completed 9/29 #12 completed om 3/30/23 staff #1, 6, 7 and 10 late physicals”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The files for staff persons #13 and #14 are lacking TB tests and the results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “#13 and #14 TB tests were performed. Forms in staff files”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
The file for staff person #16 contains an initial health assessment that is lacking statements from the doctor regarding a test for communicable disease and suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “staff #16 completed new health assessment on 9/25 using the proper child care health assessment form”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The facility is lacking a 30-day test log for the hard-wired interconnected fire detection system. The facility also has individual smoke alarms in each childcare space and the classroom staff maintain individual test log, however, the classroom alarms cannot be heard throughout the facility so do not meet Act 62 requirements. The individual test logs also showed that on several occasions the period between tests exceeded 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “System checked with the monitoring company while inspector was on site. A formal inspection was completed on 10/4/23”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff persons #7 and #10 completed the PA Health & Safety Update 2022 after the required date of 12/30/2022. The training is now current. Staff persons #2 and #11 have not completed the PA Health & Safety Update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “Staff #7 & #10 completed Update, however was late. Staff #2 completed training on 9/25/ 23 and staff #11 completed training on 9/23/23”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #13 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Topics #1-#9. Staff person #14 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff person #15 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Topics #1-#9. Staff person #16 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Topics #1-#9.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “#4 completed training, but was beyond the 90 days of employment. #10 completed training - past 90 days All trainings have been completed.”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #4 did not complete Health & Safety training in topics #1-9 and Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR within 90 days of hire. Staff #4 has since completed the required health & safety training and PFA/PCPR. Staff person #10 did not complete Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR within 90 days of hire. Staff #10 has since completed the required PFA/PCPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “#4 and # 10 completed training, beyond their 90 days of employment.”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for staff person #9 contains current mandated reporter training completed greater than 60 months after the previous training. The training is now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “training completed but was beyond the 60 months”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Aide qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The files for staff persons #13 and #14, identified as aides, are lacking qualifications to serve as an aide.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2023): “#13 and #14 staff files completed to with clearances and experience hours to qualify for at a minimum of and aide.”
Citation Sep 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The files for staff persons #13 and #14 are lacking two written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “#13 and #14 provided 2 non-family letters of references and are in the staff files”
Core safety Aug 11, 2023 Other state visit Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #1, date of hire (see IS code sheet) serving as the facility lifeguard, contains an FBI clearance obtained through the department of education which is not valid for employment in child care under CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “Lifeguards must have FBI clearances through the Department of Human Services - not the department of Education”
Citation Aug 11, 2023 Other state visit Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff person #1 is lacking a health assessment prior to serving in a child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “Lifeguard must have an up to date physical (no older than 12 months) before working with children.”
Citation Aug 11, 2023 Other state visit Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The file for staff person #1 is lacking verification of a TB test prior to working in a child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “Lifeguards are required to have a TB rest prior to working with children”
Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Near the egress used by children to access the outside play space, three unused, unprotected electrical outlets that are accessible to children in care were observed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2022): “Plastic protectors were placed in the outlets.”
Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.82(g)
One toilet in each the Toddler 2 room and the childcare hallway, each used by children in care, were observed to have upwardly facing exposed bolts at the base of each toilet where the toilet is secured to the floor. Contact with said bolts could cause laceration and/or puncture injuries.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2022): “Bolts were covered.”
Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Along the chain link fence enclosing the outside play space, in areas accessible to children, several flexible aluminum securing clips with sharp edges were observed that could cause laceration injuries. In the Toddler 2 room, in an area accessible to children in care, a cabinet drawer was observed to be missing a handle. In its place was a protruding screw that could cause laceration injuries.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2022): “Screw was covered to prevent a child from accessing it.”
Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Foam blocks used by child in care in the Pre-K room were observed to have teeth marks indicating that a child or children are biting the blocks. Pieces of less than 1" could be bitten off of the foam blocks which would present a potential choking hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2022): “Foam blocks were removed from the childcare space.”
Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
A disposable nurser that was in use in the Infant 1 room lacked a label with the child-user's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2022): “Bottle was labeled with the child's name.”
Core safety Jun 17, 2022 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During a review of video surveillance, Staff #1 and #2 were observed in a child care space with 14 school aged children. For a period of up to five minutes, neither staff member maintained visual supervision of the children in the room. Staff #1 was observed standing at a countertop completing paperwork while Staff #2 wiped down lunch tables. Both staff members had their backs turned from the children in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “Staff will actively supervise children at all times. Paperwork and cleaning will be saved for when staff are no longer in ratio.”
Core safety Jun 17, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
Staff #1 and #2 were observed supervising 16 preschool aged children of which only 11 children could be identified by name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “Staff person will be assigned supervision responsibilities for specific children. In the event one of the teacher's leaves for break. That teacher's supervision group will be absorbed into the other staff groups”

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Apr 7, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Mar 11, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jan 13, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Dec 10, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found May 8, 2025 Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jun 17, 2022 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $51.13 $42.27
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $48.70 $41.04
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $48.70 $41.04
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $42.35 $38.07
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $38.45 $32.18
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $38.45 $32.18

The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.

About this center

Capacity 140 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 23, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Nov 24, 2025 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator YMCA of Corry
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (814) 663-0209
State certificate # CER-00249122
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 13 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Mar 11, 2026 (caregiver conduct): “Based on statements made by staff, on 2/18/26 staff #1 restrained child #1 while in the gym. Staff #1 used one arm to hold child #1 in place while staff #1 attempted to set a timer.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center?

Pennsylvania lists 6 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Nov 24, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center compare with other daycares in Erie County?

It is #46 of 81 centers in Erie County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center last inspected?

Jul 20, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $51.13 for infant, $48.70 for young toddler, $48.70 for older toddler, $42.35 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs YMCA of Corry-Child Development Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is YMCA of Corry.

Certified centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.

To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.

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