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228 A.D.2d 315 (1996)

644 N.Y.S.2d 226

In the Matter of William J. and Others, Children Alleged to be Permanently Neglected. Brenda J., Respondent; Ronald E., Appellant, and McMahon Services for Children, Respondent

Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York, First Department.

June 20, 1996

Clear and convincing evidence established that respondent-appellant had permanently neglected the children where, despite the agency's diligent efforts, he failed to plan for their future or maintain contact (Social Services Law § 384-b [7] [a]; see, Matter of Sheila G., 61 N.Y.2d 368). Such efforts by the agency are "subject to the rule of reason" (Matter of O. Children, 128 A.D.2d 460

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