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ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
October 19, 1959
1. CALL TO ORDER
A regular meeting of the City Council was called to order
by Mayor Herbert P. Lefler at g p.m.
2. INVOCATION
Invocation was given by Rev. Stuart Dale of the First
Lutheran Church.
3. ROLL CALL
The following Councilmen were present at roll call:
H. C. Davis
Robert Ehrenberg
Torval Jorvig
Ed Owen
Kenneth Wolfe
Herbert P. Lefler
Also present were the City Manager, City Attorney, Director
- of Public Works, Supervisor of Zoning and Inspection and the Secretary.
4. MINUTES
On motion of Councilman Owen, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, the
minutes of meeting held October 14, 1959, were approved by a six yea
vote.
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS
(a) NONE
6. PETITIONS, RE UESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
(a) COMMUNICATION FROM MILTON J. BRUSTAD CONCERNING ASSESSMENT OF
NORTHSIDE TRUNK SEWER #519 ON PROPERTY AT 2917 INDEPENDENCE
AVENUE.
It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Council-
man Owen, that this matter be referred to the Law Department
. for advice and recommendation. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
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7. 1gSDLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
(a) RESOLUTION CALLING SPECIAL ELECTION FOR SUBMISSION OF
PROPOSED AMENDMENT. TO CITY CHARTER (COUNCILMEN'S SALARIES).
RESOLUTION_NO. 1112
It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman
Owen, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1112, entitled,
"Resolution Calling Special Election for Submission of Proposed
Singular Amendment, to City Charter". Motion passed by a six
yea vote.
8. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
(a) MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING HELD OCTOBER 7, 1959.
On hearing no objections the Mayor ordered the minutes
received for filing.
(b) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-128-3) RE-
COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE RBaUE ST OF BELT LINE INDUSTRIAL
PARK INC. FOR APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF BELT LINE
INDUSTRIAL PARK.
Chas Freidheim Jr. and Jim Byland were present at the
meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman
Jorvig, to approve the preliminary plat of Belt Line Industrial
Park. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
(c) RERORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-126-V) RECOMMEND-
ING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF FRED A. SOH& FOR VARIANCE OF
PROVISIONS OF SECTION 19.18 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO PERMIT
DIVISION OF LOTS 1, 2, 3, BLOCK 4, J. F. LYONS 4th ADDITION INID
TWD LOTS, ONE WITH A LOT WIDTH AT BUILDING LINE OF 73 FEAT PLUS
AND 8,600 SQUARE FEET IN AREA AND THE OTHER WITH A WIDTH AT
BUILDING LINE OF 86.2 FEET PLUS AND OVER THE REQUIRED 9,000
SQUARE FFFT IN AREA. (2908 Independence Avenue)
Fred A. Soha.was present in support of request.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman
Wolfe, to approve the variance. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
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(d) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-127-V)
RECOMMENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON' THE REJ UEST OF J. P. O'ROURKE
FOR VARIANCE OF PROVISIONS OF section 19.18 OF THE zoning
ORDINANCE TO permit DIVISION OF LOTS 1 THROUG H 5 IN PRO-
POSED O'ROURKE'S ADDITION WITH LESS THAN THE RE:WIRED 75
FOOT FRONTAGE AND 9000Square FEET IN AREA.
Mr. & Mrs. J. P. O'Rourke were present in support
of the request.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Council-
man Ehrenberg, that action on this matter be deferred until
October 26, 1959. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
(e) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-107-S) RE-
COMMENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF J. P. O'ROURKE
FOR APPROVAL OF THE PRELIMINARY PLAT OF O'ROURKE'S ADDITION.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Council-
man Owen, that action on this matter be deferred until
October 26, 1969. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
(f) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-129-V) RE-
COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF PAUL W. LINDELL
FOR VARIANCE OF PROVISIONS OF SECTION 19.18 OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE TO PERMIT DIVISION OF LOT 19, BLOCK 1,WESTWOOD
PARK 2nd ADDITION INTO TWO LOTS WITH THE WESTERLY PORTION
HAVING 8,700S3UARE FEET IN AREA AND THE EASTERLY PORTION
HAVING 7,050 aUARE FEET IN AREA, INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED
9,000 SQUARE FEET IN AREA.
Paul W. Lindell was present at the meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman
Ehrenberg, to approve the variance. Motion passed by a six
yea vote.
(g) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-130-SP) RE-
COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE 1UE ST OF NORDQUIST SIGN
COMPANY FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION
10.3-20 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ERECT A SIGN 4 F.E6T BY
16 FEET AT 411 EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD (SID NOLAN BEAUTY SALON).
James Evenson of Nordquist Sign Company was present in
support of request.
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RESOLUTION NO. 1113
It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman
Owen, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1113, entitled,
"Resolution Granting Permit Under Section 10.3 of the Zoning
Ordinance of the City of St. Louis Park". Motion passed by
a six yea vote.
(h) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-131-Misc.)
RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY ACQUIRE LOTS 21, 22, 23, 24, BLOCK
3, MINIKAHDA VISTA 2nd ADDITION FOR OFF-STREET PARKING (AREA
BOUNDED BY WEST 38th STREET, OTTAWA AVENUE 'AND EXCELSIOR
BOULEVARD), REQUESTED SEPTEMBER 14, 1959.
RESOLUTION NO. 1114
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman
Wolfe, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1114, entitled,
"Resolution Proposing Improvement and Ordering,Preparation of
Reports on Improvement of Lots for Off Street Parking". Motion
passed by a six yea vote.
(i) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-132-MISC.)
UPON THE APPEAL OF DENIAL BY THE SUPERVISOR OF PROTECTIVE
INSPECTION FOR BUILDING PERMITS AT 9445 MINNETONKA BOULE-
VARD (PAUL?S WOODCRAFT COMPANY),RECOMMENDING CONFIRMATION
OF THE'DENIAL.
James Blakeborough, 9441 Minnetonka Boulevard, and others
were present at the meeting. Mr. Blakeborough filed a petition,
signed by 38 people, protesting activities at 9445 Minnetonka
Boulevard.
A motion was made by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by
Councilman Jorvig, to affirm the decision of the Building
Inspector.
After considerable discussion - A motion was made by
Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Wolfe, calling
for previous question. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
Mayor Lefler called for vote on previous motion and
same was passed by a six yea vote.
A motion was made by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by
Councilman Davis, that the City Manager and City Attorney
be instructed to investigate the activities of Paul's Wood-
craft Company, 9445 Minnetonka Boulevard, to determine if
there are any violations and report the findings to the
Council. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
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(j) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-133-V) RE-
COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF EDWARD G. THOMPSON
FOR VARIANCE OF PROVISIONS OF SECTION 19.18 OF THE ZONING
'ORDINANCE TO PERMIT DIVISION OF TWO LOTS, ONE AT 7623 WEST
29th STREET WITH THE REQUIRED 75 FOOT FRONTAGE AND 9,000
SQUARE FfeAT INAREA, AND THE OTHER AT 2915 QUEBEC AVENUE WITH
A FRONTAGE OF 52.40 FEET AND OVER 9,000 SQUARE FEET IN AREA.
Mr. Edward Thompson was present at the meeting.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman
Jorvig, .to approve the variance. Motion passed by a six yea
vote:
(k) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION ,(CASE NO. 59-134-SP) RE-
COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF GENERAL OUTDOOR
ADVERTISING COMPANY FOR SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF
SECTION 10.3-20 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO ERECT A SIGN 34
FEET BY 8 FEET AT 5445 WAYZATA BOULEVARD (GAMBLE SKO( O,
' INC.)
RESOLUTION NO. 1115
It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Council-
man Jorvig, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1115,
entitled, "Resolution Granting ,Permit Under Section 10.3 of
the Zoning Ordinance of the City of St. Louis Park". Motion
passed by a six yea vote.
(1) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-135-SP) RECOMM-
ENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF LEROY SIGNS, INC. FOR
SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10.3-20 OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE TO MOVE A SIGN 50 FEET BY 3 FEET PRESENTLY LOCATED
AT 3550 DAKOTA AVENUE TO 7201 WEST LAKE STREET, NEW LOCATION
OF GORDON SASH & DOOR COMPANY.
Mr. Gordon was present in support of request.
RESOLUTION NO. 1116
It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman
Jorvig, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1116, entitled,
"Resolution Granting Permit Under Section 10.3 of the Zoning
Ordinance of the City of St. Louis Park". Motion passed by a
six yea vote.
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(m) RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION THAT THE DEFINITION
OF A FRONT YARD AND SIDE STREET YARD SETBACK IN THE EXISTING
' ZONING ORDINANCE BE AMENDED TO INCLUDE THE PROHIBITION OF
PARKING, STORAGE OF GOODS, AND DISPLAY OF GOODS.
It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Council-
man Davis, to waive first reading of proposed ordinance amending
the Zoning Ordinance and to set date for second reading on
October 26, 1959 and that it be put on the agenda for Wednesday,
October 21, 1959. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
(n) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-137-V) RE-
COMMENDING FAVORABLY WITH THE CONDITION THAT THE SIGN BE
LIMITED TO 5 SQUARE FEET, UPON THE REQUEST OF BILLMAN'S
PARK FUNERAL HOME FOR VARIANCE OF SETBACK UNDER AUTHORITY
- OF SECTION 20.4 AND 20.5 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE FROM THE
REQUIRED 20 FEET TO 2 FEET TO ERECT A SIGN AT 3960 WOODDALE
AVENUE.
John Billman was present in support of request.
It was moved by Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman
Owen, to approve the recommended variance. Motion passed by
a six yea vote.
(o) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-138-V) RE-
COMMENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF VEARN L. ROBBINS
FOR VARIANCE UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 20.4 AND 20.5 OF THE
ZONING ORDINANCE TO REDUCE SIDE YARD FROM 4 FEET TO 2 FEET
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AT 2005 IDAHO AVENUE (LOT 29, RICHMOND 3rd ADDITION) TO PERMIT
BUILDING A HOUSE ON LOT 30 WITHIN 4 FEET OF THE LOT LINE.
Vearn L. Robbins was present in support of request.
RESOLUTION NO. 1117
It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Council-
man Jorvig, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1117,
entitled, "Resolution Denying Variance Under Sections 20.4
and 20.5 of the Zoning Ordinance of the City of St. Louis Park".
.Motion passed by a six yea vote.
(p) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-143-V) RECOMMEND-
ING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF HAROLD B. APPLEQUIST FOR
VARIANCE UNDER PROVISIONS OF SECTION 19.18 OF THE ZONING ORD-
INANCE TO DIVIDE LOT 1, BLOCK 14, BROOKSIDE ADDITION INTO TWO
LOTS, ONE WITH 69 FOOT FRONTAGE AND 6,486 SQUARE FEET IN AREA
AND THE OTHER WITH 71.3 FOOT FRONTAGE AND 7,560 SQUARE FEET
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IN AREA INSTEAD OF THE REQUIRED 75 FOOT FRONTAGE AND 9,000
SQUARE FEET IN AREA AT 4164 BROOKSIDE AVENUE.
Harold' B. Applequist was present in support of request.
A motion was made by Councilman Jorvig, seconded by
Councilman Davis, to approve the variance. Motion passed by
• a six yea vote.
(q) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-144-V) RE-
COMMENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF DAVID RENDLE
FOR VARIANCE OF SETBACK UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 20.4 AND
20.5 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE FROM THE REQUIRED 30 FEET TO 15
FEET ON HAMILTON AND FROM THE REQUIRED 35 FEET TO 20 FEET
ON ALABAMA AVENUE; ALSO REQUEST FOR VARIANCE UNDER PROVISIONS
OF SECTION 19.18 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO PERMIT A LOT WITH
42.5 FOOT FRONTAGE AND 5,600 SQUARE FEET IN AREA INSTEAD OF
THE REQUIRED 75 FOOT FRONTAGE AND 9,000 SQUARE FEET IN AREA.
• Mr. David Lachy, Mr. Schwartz, Mrs.' Winters and Mr.
Rendle were present in support of the request.
RESOLUTION NO. 1118
It was moved by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by Councilman
Davis, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1118, entitled,
"Resolution Denying Variance Under Sections 20.4 and 20.5 of the
Zoning Ordinance of the City of St. Louis Park".
After considerable discussion - A motion was made by Council-
man Ehrenberg, seconded by Councilman Jorvig, calling for previous
question. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
Mayor Lefler then called for vote on previous motion and
same was passed by a six yea vote.
(r) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-145-Z) RECOMM-
ENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF DAVID RENDLE TO REZONE
FROM RESIDENTIAL USE DISTRICT TO MULTIPLE DWELLING USE DISTRICT
AND FROM "C" to "D"-2 DENSITY DISTRICT THE PROPERTY AT 3455
ALABAMA (N. 42.5 FEET OF LOTS 4 AND 5, BLOCK 13, ST. LOUIS PARK
ADDITION.
• A motion was made by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by
Councilman Jorvig, that the request be denied. Motion passed
by a six yea vote.
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(s) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 58-57-Z) RE-
COMMENDING UNFAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST of FRED FURBER
AND OTHERS TO REZONE THE PROPERTY KNOWN AS 5409 AND 5421
MINNETONKA BOULEVARD FROM RESIDENTIAL TO COMMERCIAL USE
DISTRICT, FROM 23 TO 3 STORY HEIGHT DISTRICT AND FROM "C"
TO "D" DENSITY DISTRICT.
Mr. H. M. Garber was present in support of request.
A motion was made by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded
by Councilman Wolfe, that the request be denied. Motion
passed by a six yea vote.
9. UNFINISHED :BUSINESS
(a) REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF OUTDOOR LIGHTING PLAN PROPOSED FOR
USED CAR LOT AT 5800 EXCELSIOR BOULEVARD - BY DAHLEN SIGN
COMPANY (DEFERRED OCTOBER 5, 1959).
Mr. Dahlen was present in support of request.
A motion was made by Councilman Wolfe, seconded by
Councilman Owen, to approve the lighting plan as submitted,
with the exception no spot lights. Motion passed by four
areas and two nays. Councilman Ehrenberg and Councilman
Jorvig voting nay.
(b) REPORT OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
RECOMMENDING ACQUISITION OF PARTS OF LOTS 19 THROUGH 23,
BLOCK 2, BROWNDALE PARK FOR EXPANSION OF BROWNDALE PARK
(DEFERRED FROM SEPTEMBER 28, 1959).
A'motion was made by Councilman Davis, seconded by
Councilman Ehrenberg, to file report. Motion passed by a
six yea vote.
(c) REPORT OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION (CASE NO. 59-77-V) RE-
COMMENDING FAVORABLY UPON THE REQUEST OF BERNARD HOROVITZ
FOR A VARIANCE OF SETBACK UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 20.4
AND 20.5 OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE FROM REQUIRED 20 FEET TO
5 FEET AT 4220 MINNETONKA BOULEVARD (LOTS 11, 12, 13 BLOCK
4, SUNSET GABLES SECOND DIVISION, TABLED SEPTEMBER 28, 1959).
Request was made that the request be changed to 15 feet.
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It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by
Councilman Wolfe, that the matter be taken from the table.
Motion passed by a six yea vote.
It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by
Councilman Jorvig, that the matter be referred to October
26, 1959 at 8 p.m. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
(d) PROPOSED SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10.3-25
OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE FOR A BUILDING SERVING FOOD, SOFT
DRINKS, ETC. AT 4220 MINNETONKA BOULEVARD (LOTS 11, 12,- 13,
BLOCK 4, SUNSET GABLES SECOND DIVISION, CASE NO. 59-78-SP,
REQUESTED BY BERNARD HOROVITZ); HEARING HELD SEPTEMBER 28,
1959, ACTION TABLED.
No action taken.
(e) PROPOSED SPECIAL PERMIT UNDER AUTHORITY OF SECTION 10.1-9
OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO USE RESIDENTIAL LAND ADJACENT
TO COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR PARKING AT 2921-2927 JOPPA
AVENUE (LOTS 14 AND 15, BLOCK 4, SUNSET GABLES SECOND
DIVISION, CASE NO. 59-113-SP, REQUESTED BY BERNARD HOROVITZ);
HEARING HELD $EPTEMBER 28, 1959, ACTION TABLED.
No action taken.
(f) COMMUNICATION FROM E. T. MONTGOMERY CONCERNING ACQUISITION
OF LOTS 1, 2, 3 AND 28, BLOCK 6, WESTMORELAND PARK.
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman
Owen, that E. T. Montgomery be authorized to-purchase the lots
at a price not to exceed $11,425.00. Motion passed by a six
yea vote.
10. NEW BUSINESS
(a) TABULATION OF BIDS ON ROCK SALT.
It was moved by Councilman Ehrenberg, seconded by Council-
man Jorvig, that the bids be rejected and that the City Manager
readvertise. Motion passed by a six yea vote.
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(b) AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR STORM SEWER, IMPROVEMENT NO. 59-51
AND FOR WATER MAIN, IMPROVEMENT NOS. 59-60 AND 59-103.
' RESOLUTION NO. 1119
It was moved by Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman
Owen, to waive reading and adopt Resolution No. 1119, entitled,
. "Resolution Accepting Bid for Storm Sewer and Water Main Im-
provement Nos. 59-51, 59-60 and 59-103", (Northern Contracting
Company). Motion passed by a six yea vote.
11. MISCELLANEOUS
(a) PROPOSED AMBASSADOR MOTEL ON WAYZATA BOULEVARD.
Mr. Husby and Mr. Thompson were present at the meeting and
spoke regarding the proposed Ambassador Motel on Wayzata Blvd.
Councilman Davis stated that the request before the Plann-
ing Commission for a motel was tabled by the Planning Commission
until after passage of new zoning ordinance,
Councilman Davis also stated that there was a conflict in
text of ordinance, regarding height etc., and should be dis-
cussed Wednesday, October 21, 1959, at a special meeting,
12. CLAIMS, APPROPRIATIONS AND CONTRACT PAYMENTS
(a) VERIFIED CLAIMS .
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman
Wolfe, the list of verified claims prepared by the Director
of Finance and presented to the Council, dated October 19,
1959 in the total amount of $20,255.70 for vendors was approved,
and the City Manager, City Clerk, and City Treasurer were
authorized to issue checks covering same, by a roll call vote
of six yeas.
(b) PAYMENTS ON CONTRACT WORK
On motion of Councilman Jorvig, seconded by Councilman
Owen, the following payment on contract work presented by the
City Engineer was approved, and the City Manager, City Clerk,
and City Treasurer were authorized to issue checks for the
respective amount by a six yea vote.
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Partial Payment Certificate No. 1
Storm Sewer - Proj. No. 58-77, 59-34, 35, 40 & 78
Sanitary Sewer - Proj. No. 59-71, 72 & 93
Water Main - Proj. No. 59-26, 55,• 77 & 100
Contractor - Northern Contracting Company
Contract Price - $1'37,185.53
Amount - $77,751.10
13. ADJOURNEMENT
On motion of Councilman Davis, seconded by Councilman Jorvig,
the meeting was adjourned at 11103 p.m. to Wednesday-October 21,
, , 1959 at 7 p.m., by a (six yea vot-
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