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Segment\ncleared for release.]\n[Non-Historical]\n[084-002-w001]\n[Duration: 27m 56s]\n\n       Council meeting\n\n       Seating\n\n       Preparation for a meeting\n\n       Lights\n\n       Number of seats\n\n       H. R. 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