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CITY CO MC IL MEET INC
MAY 51 1975
1 . CALL TO ORDER
,i. regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Fleetham
at 8 ; 08 p . m .
` . I :�q' OC�TIOtl AND PRESENTATIONS
*favor Fleetham announced to the Council that he has accepted a position
of Clerk - Administrator in Hutchinson , Minnesota , and that he intends to
resign as Mayor effective June 6 , 1975 .
Esther Helmer was presented with a plaque honoring her for the years she
has worked for the city . A resolution of - appreciation was read and presented
to Mrs . Helmer .
Oreland Thornsio and Everett Janssen were presented plaques in appreciation
for their service on the Human Rights Commission and Environmental Improvement
Commission , respectively .
3 , ROLL CALL
The following Councilman were present at roll call :
Seymour Druskin
Richard Graves
Rose - Mary Griak
Lyle Hanks
Keith Cleland
Leonard Thiel
Frank Fleetham
Also present were the City Manager , City Attorney , Planning DirectD r , _� 6&`"./,pi,.t�cry
Director of Public Works and Acting Secretary .
4e :.airUTES
On motion of Councilman Hanks , seconded by Councilman Griak , the minutes of
regular meetings held March 17 , March 31 , and April 21 , 1975 , were approved
by a 7 - O vote .
5 • AGENDA
On motion of Councilman tleland , seconded by Councilman Griak , the agenda of
May 5 , 1975 , was approved by a 7 - 0 vote with the following additions ;
Item 9 ( i ) Charter Co =fission to meet with Council ; Item 9 ( 3 ) Council -
Employee Relations ( requested by Councilman Thiel ) .
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6 . PUBLIC HEARINGS
VARIANCE IN PARKING REQUIREMENTS AT 6304 WEST LAKE STREET
( a ) PROPOSED 1975 )
( CONT , FROM APRIL 21 ,
The Mayor opened the hearing .
There being no one present wishing
to speak ) the Mayor closed the hearing .
Councilman Graves , seconded by Councilman Thie1 �
It was moved by the necessary agreement to allow
to authorize staff to prepare arking and resolution granting the
existing right - of -way for p
variance .
The motion passed 74 .
7 . PETITIONS REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
( a ) REQUEST FOR STOP SIGN - 42ND AND BROWNDALE
ilman Hanks , seconded by Councilman Me land
It was moved by Counc
to authorize staff to prepare a study with recommendation for
consideration on May 19 , 1975 .
Mr . Wells Wright , ire ) 4168 Browndale Avenue , suggested that Considerat
tion be given to placing a stop sign on Browndale at DeVaney Street ,
The motion passed 74 .
8 . RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
( a ) SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES AUTHORI? I!g1 s SALE OF PROPERTY 42nd AND
OTTAWA ,
ORDINANCE N0 , 1293
It was moved by Councilman Hanks , seconded by Councilman Graves , to
waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No . 1293 entitled , "An
Ordinance Authorizing Sale by the City of the South 30 Feet of Lot 5
and all of Lot 6 , Block 9 , Wooddale Park" .
The motion passed 74 ,
ORDINANCE NO , 1294
It was moved by Councilman Hanks , seconded by Councilman Graves
waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No . 1294 entitled "All ' t0
Authorizing Sale b the Cit of the South 20 Feet of Lot 3 ' Ordinal;:
and the North 10 Feet of Lot 5 , Block 9 , Wooddale Park" . All of boot
The motion passed 7 - 0 ,
( b ) SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE RELATIVE TO BOND AND INSURANCE PgUIRMNI; .
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8 . RESOLUTIONS AI1D ORDINANCES ( co (Zt . )
( b ) ORDINANCE NO , 1295
it was moved by Councilman Druskin , seconded by Councilman Hanks ,
to waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No . 1295 , entitled , " An
Ordinance Relating to Bond and Insurance Requirements for Various
Licenses and Permits ; Amending the St- . Louis Park Ordinance Code ,
Sections 2 : 303 , 2 : 452 , 2 : 944 , 5 : 1053 ; Repealing Sections 2 : 208 , 2 : 406 ,
291004 , 2 : 1003 , 2 : 1304 , 241_ 406 , 291704 , 2 : 2306 , 2 : 2405 , 2 : 2704 , 2 : 2729 ,
24980 . 03 , 2 : 980 . 055 2 : 1625 . 09 , 2 : 2078 , 1 : 616 ( a ) , 19616 ( b ) , 1 : 618 , 1 : 630
and 2 : 950 °1 ,
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
( c ) SECOND READING OF ORDINANCES - FIRE CONTRACT RATIFICATION
ORDINANCE NO , 1296
it was moved by Councilman Hanks , seconded by Councilman Thiel , to
waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No . 1296 entitled , " An
Ordinance Authorizing the Transfers of Funds and Providing Appropriation
for Salary Adjustments and Compensation for Year Ending December 31 ,
1975 :'
rrhe motion passed 7 - 0 .
ORDINANCE NO . 1297
it was moved by Counc -1_ 1m .-in flanks , seconded by Councilman Thiel , to
waive second reading rand adopt- Ordin ,nnce No . 1. 297 entitled , "An
Ordinance A.rnc: ncliny;
the Following Sections of the St . Louis Park
Ile Position Classification Plan , Compensation
ordinance Cade Relative to l
Plan , Ij ,e � I_ c ]'err� () nll. el po :I J_ cy and Cendl. tions of City Employment :
S � ct1 1 90 308 Co111Pet�. sat .Lon.
't'hc rnot ion , paused 7 - 0 .
( d ) SECOND KIsAD [ NG O1' OJU) J: NANCE ifl ' lUIRING [ INI )EIwROUNUING OF UTILI `iUS
It was moved by Cou.n. cl. l ,n ,in llrl. nlc ;j , seconded by COMICU, 11140111 Mel. ancl , to
defer second readillf ') t () Mfty 19 , 1975 as requested by the
'J`hc: m () tjort, pa, tjyud 7 � 0 .
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8 . RESOLUTIOi� S
RES OLU"I' ION N0 , 5 2 7 4
( e )
an Hanks , to
IZ was moved by Councilman Graves , seconded by CouncilmResoluta
caaive reading and adopt Resolution No , 5274 entitled on
special Assessments in Improvement No , 62 - 27 for
Adlusting
p Paving
of Louisiana Avenue from Excelsior Boulevard to Oxford Street " ,
The motion passed 54 - 1 , ( Councilman Thiel abstaining ) Councilman
Griak not present for vote )
( f ) RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING LOAD LIMITS - ALABAT]A AVENUE FROM EXCELSIOR
BOULEVARD TO CAMBRIDGE STREET ( REQ * 4 - 21 - 75 ) .
RESOLUTION N0 , 5275
It was moved by Councilman Hanks , seconded by Councilman Meland , to
waive reading and adopt Resolution No . 5275 entitled , " Resolution
Authorizing Placement of Signs Establishing Load Limits on Alabama
Avenue " .
The motion passed 6 - 0 , ( Councilman Griak was not present for vote , )
( g ) RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PLACE `IENT OF FUNDS FROM LAND SALE ( 42ND AND
OTTAWA ) IN70 GENERAL FUND ,
RESOLUTIOINI N0 , 5276
It was moved by Councilman Clanks , seconded by Councilman Graves , to wf
reading and adopt Resolution No . 5276 entitled , "Resolution tDesigaati2i
Placement of Proceeds From Sale of Real Property in the General Fuld"
The motion passed 6 - 0 , ( Councilman Griak was not present for vote . )
( h ) RESOLUTION SUPPORTING SENIOR CITIZENS RATES AT ALL MINNEAPOLIS Glll
COURSES ,
RESOLUTION NO , 5277
It was moved by Councilman Hanks seconded by Councilman Graves , t0
waive reading and adopt Resolution No . 5277 entitled , "ReSolutlo°
Supporting Senior Citizens Rates at all Minneapolis Golf Courses
The motion passed 6 - 0 . ( Councilman Griak notresent for
p vete . )
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9 . REpti3RTS 0� OFFICERS BOARDS Alda.) CU1VI1TEES
� a ) STATUS REPORT ON CONCEPT PIANS - LOU PARK DEVELOP14ENT
Mr . Vincent ,Johnson , 600 Minnesota Federal Building , and Mr . Harry
Garrish , Architect , 1216 South Cedar Lake Road , explained the portion
of preliminary plans which include a Steak and Ale and a Ramada Inn .
He noted that soil borings have been taken and the soil is repairable .
Mr . Bill Gordon , District Manager of the Ramada Inn , Bloomington and
78th , stated they are very interested in having a Ramada Inn in St .
Louis Park .
Councilman Hanks stated that the Council should seriously consider its
position relative to committing two liquor licenses in this area and
W1 one development . Councilman Graves indicated that he was not
in agreement that two facilities be developed in this area and agreed
with Councilman Hanks on not committing two liquor licenses at this
time .
After a brief discussion by the Council regarding , t:he number of liquor
licenses available in the City , it was moved by Councilman Meland ,
seconded by Councilman Gr_ iak , Lo accept modification of the concept
plan .
The motion passed 4 - 3 with Councilman Graves , Hanks and Druskin opposed .
Councilman Griak indicated that before final plans are drafted that
the area . residents should be informed of this project and given an
opportunity for input .
It was moved by Councilman Mcl. and , seconded by Councilman Griak ,
to authorize informational meetings with adjacent residents .
The motion passed 5 - 2 . ( Councilman Druskin and Mayor Fleetham opposed . )
( b ) REPORT RELATIVE O PICRIC 11 DBVCLOPMI NT 1'T�AN
`
Mrs Allan Bri s 1( -1 . 11 , 2950 Inglewood Avenue Sou tll , stated lie is chairman
of citizens group i. n tlic park Ili1_ 1 Area who have been working with
1 Tans for. the area . Ile stated that lie wanted
staff to review proposed sed p and
to continue COLT-911LInicatiorIs relut �_ vc� to thisojecanc tstaff oneany
11develop '
interested residents want tO WOr (4 with Council
ment plans .
n : s 2FrG8 G .Lerihiarst , r. ecluested L- hllt c" Lic �ltli � ro �i1c- exn
Mrs . Frank J n ; tict :ione . Si ) (,!. s
28th Street b0A 0 �lux' Lec.l to i .mpc. nclLnf�
Lhc.: nrUn Ii - Z atic:l . n. rl �i. cutc� �l Lliti. l tl � c rcyl. dents :i. r� lrer
fif) 011t rezoning l. ny im > t c � vc illc� n L' I� :Lrtns .
arca arc, extreme ty int0rL!f3 tcd In any 1
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DS AND COMMITTEES ( conte )
9 . REPORTS OF DEVELOPMENT PLAN
REPORT RELATIVE TO PARI HILL
( b ) Was given to Councilman Druskin
that if a name
Councilman Hanks Stai1d be notified of the date of the next meeting on
or him that person w
this matters
stated that the mailing list was sent from France
Councilman Druskin
future mailing list
and 28th to Minnetonka Boulevard
to Joppa an any
ill
going out winclude 26th Street *
seconded by Councilman Graves , to
It was moved by Councilman Hanks the plans to the proposed
authorize staff to proceed in reviewing
study outline .
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
( c ) REPORT RELATIVE TO MECHANICAL AMUSEMENT DEVICE LICENSES
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Coun
Gilman Meland stated that the violations atedhe HecstatedLthat
establishment were not as numerous asonsider its deniahe l action taken at the
the Council may wish to ret
previous meetingo
iln Hans ) to
deconded by cc
It was moved by Councusementk
ilman Melan , sCdevi
reconsces ,
ider action on the application for mechanical am
The motion passed 64 . ( Councilman Griak not present for vote . )
It was then moved by Councilman Meland , seconded by Councilman Graves ,
to grant licenses to D . K . Carter and Richard Mileski for mechanical
amusement devices at Hick ' s Pizza .
Mr . Fred Hicks , 8120 Minnetonka Blvd , , stated that Carter ' s machines
were licensed in 1974 and he assumed a license was obtained in 1915
He urged granting of the licenses .
It was moved by Councilman Meland , seconded by Councilman Hanks )
ycan
to defer to May 19 , 1975 , so that a more detailed police rep
be provided to the Council .
The motion passed 6 - 0 . ( Councilman Gri_ ak not present for vote ' )
( d ) MINUTES OF COMMUNITY RELATIONS COMMISSION MEETING HELD APRIL 10 ' 197
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There being no discussion , the minutes were ordered by the , %ayor to
be received for filing .
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9 . REPORTS OF OFFICERS BOARDS AND COTll`IITTEES ( cont . )
( e ) MINUTES OF PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING HELD
APRIL 9 , 1975 .
There being no discussion , the minutes were ordered by the Mayor to
be received for filing .
( f ) REPORT OF TRAFFIC STUDY ( # 104 ) - PARK NURSING HOME
It was moved by Councilman Hanks , seconded by Councilman Thiel , to
authorize preparation of resolution restricting parking in front of
the nursing home .
The motion passed 5 - 0 ( Councilman Graves and Griak not present for vote . )
( g ) REPORT RELATIVE TO BUS PLAZAS
The Director of Public Works reviewed the proposed construction of
Bus Plazas and shelters at five locations . He indicated that the
Metropolitan Transit Commision will participate in the costs of the
shelters but that the City will be required to finance all cost of
plazas . In reply to a question from Councilman Thiel , the Director
stated that three of the proposed shelters could not have heat or
lighting .
Councilman Thiel questioned where the City would obtain its funds to
finance its portion . The Manager stated the funds are provided in the
Capital Improvement Program , Community Development Program and Revenue
Sharing Allocations .
President Pro - Tem Graves assumed the chair .
Following discussion , it was moved by Councilman Hanks , seconded by
Councilman Thiel , to approve the shelter / plaza construction . Council -
man Thiel stated that he wanted to review the Wooddale and W . Lake
shelter plans with the MTC .
The motion passed 5 - 0 . ( Councilman Griakr and Fleetham not present
for vote . )
( h ) REPORT OF TRAFFIC STUDY 103 ) 38TH AND OTTAWA
It was moved by Councilman Hanks , seconded by Councilman Meland , to
authorize preparation of resolution restricting parking on the west
side of Ottawa Avenue from W . 38th Street south to the deadend and
on the south side from 200 feet west
Avenue
fence onttlle
Avenue and requested staff to look into extending the
south side of 38th Street .
ilman Griak and Fleetham not present
The motion passed 5 - 0 . ( Counc
for vote . )
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9 . REPORTS OF OFFICERS BOARDS AND COMMITTEES
( i ) CHARTER COMMISSION
Mr , Herbert Margolis , representative from the Charter Commission
addressed the Council inv �� ting them to a joint meeting on ,Tune 17
1975 . He stated that the purpose of the meeting would be
to d '
iscuss
matters of mutual concern and hoped that an agenda could be prepared
in advance .
It was suggested that each councilmember submit items that the
like to have discussed at the Charter Commission meeting to allow
for an agenda to be prepared and submitted to the Commission in advance
of the meeting .
( j ) COUNCIL - EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
It was moved by Councilman Thiel that the Council meet pr
ivatel
Council - Employee relations . The motion died for lack of a second ,
Councilman Druskin stated that he and Councilman
Thiel discussed
matter this afternoon . He suggested that if this matter this
then perhaps a Council subcommittee should meet to fact is
P f pursued ,
possible problems . Ind as to any
Councilman Thiel stated that he believes this matter should be
discussed
by the entire Council .
Councilman Hanks stated that these matters should be
d
Council as a whole and that he is will -Ianiscussed by the
g to meet ytime .
The Mayor reassumed the chair .
It was moved by Councilman Thiel , seconded byCounci
pplace this item on the agenda of may 19 , 1975 . lman Graves , to
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
10 , UNFINISHED BUSINESS
( a ) LIQUOR LICENSE POLICY
No action was taken .
( b ) I - 394 STATUS OF CORRIDOR / TRANSIT
RESOLUTION N0 , 5278
It was moved by Councilman Griak , seconded
to waive reading and adopt Resolution No . by Councilma
5278 n Meland ,
Regarding the City of St . Louis Park ' s Position entitled , ' Resolution
I - 394 Relative to
Proposed
In answer to Councilman Hanks ' s question
resolution of this type , the Director about urgency
number of planning documents which of Planning stated Passing a
will l be cons ' there are a
hearing on June 25 and others which aro being
considered at a public
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10 . UT' INISHED BUSINESS ( cont . )
( b ) A resolution , if approved by the Council would ink m related agencies
as to the City ' s position .
Councilman Meland pointed out that the City should again express its
position in the I - 394 Corridor location and reaffirm its commitment
to transit along the southwest diagonal .
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
( c ) APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS / COM14ISS IONS
It was moved by Councilman Griak , seconded by Councilman Meland to
appoint Gerry Moore , 3109 Kentucky Avenue , to the Community Relations
Commission replacing Diane Perry whose term expires October 1 , 1975 .
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
( d ) PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE - ENGINEERING SERVICES CONTRACT
The Manager stated that negiotations have been completed with Kirkham ,
Michael and Associates relative to design and engineering services for
designated pedestrian bridges . He stated that the Council had passed
and selected by interview , the firm to do the engineering - design .
Councilman Griak questioned the priorities and scheduling on each bridge .
Councilman Hanks felt that he wanted to ensure that the bridges with the
most usage would be scheduled first . Councilman Meland questioned the
timetable and wondered if the 36th Street and Highway 100 bridge would
give some indication of what pedestrian traffic would be , using other
similar bridges .
Councilman Druskin stated that the City has made commitment to construct
these bridges and felt that advantage should be taken of the time
and effort already expended by staff on these bridges .
It was moved by Councilman Graves , seconded by Councilman Druskin , to
authorize execution of a contract with Kirkham , Michael and Associates
for the design of the proposed pedestrian bridges at Cedar Lake Road
over the Burlington Northern Railroad , Wooddale Avenue at T . H . 7 and
W . 26th Street at T . H . 100 .
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
( e ) WESTWOOD HILLS ADVISORY COMMITTEE STATUS ( M & C 75 - 33 )
It was moved by Councilman Meland ,
seconded by Councilman Hanks , to
re resolution on a proposed structure
authorize City Manager to prepare 19 , 1975 *
for discussion by the Council on May
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
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FINISHED BUSINESS ( cont • )
. O � S �p, AVENUE AND NDP STORM SEWER PROJECTS
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( f ) LAND ACQUISITION - L
(M & C No , 75 - 34 ) . Floyd Roberg owner of the prop rt
attorney for Mr . ' • e Y >
Mr , Joe Goldberg , agreement between his client and the City , He
purchase g on Mr . Roberg ' s property and
questioned the p e City is already working City must cease working , that
noted that agreement can be reached ,
unless an g until
re nested to have this elttsecondedred by Councilman In the
The City Manager q b Councilman Thiel , Meland
meeting * It
was moved the meeting . The motion passed 7 - 0 ,
to defer until later in
the Manager indicated that he had reached an agree.
Later in the meeting ,purchase of his property . He r�ecoimnended
ment with Mr • Roberg on the p o f 55 000 for the land which was
that the Council authorize a for the area required .
Within the appraised amount
RESOLUTION NO . 5279
was moved by Councilman Thiel , sNoon52d79bent°itled , an"Resolution ts
It and adopt Resolution
waive reading for Storm Sewer Purposes " .
Authorizing Purchase of Property
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
( g ) STATUS OF CATV
No action was taken .
(h ) LAND ACQUISITION - WESTWOOD HILLS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER
(M & C NO . 75 - 35 )
* lmameetings seconded by Councilman Meland ,
It was moved by Counci
to defer to May 193 1975
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
11 . NEW BUSINESS
None
12 . MISCELLANEOUS
( a ) DAMAGE CLAIMS
( 1 ) Melanie Johnson , 8108 West Franklin
It was moved by Councilman Graves , seconded by Councilman Gri,ak ,
to file claim with City Clerk for proper action byCity Manager
and City Attorney .
The motion passed 7 - 0 .
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(b ) C01OWNICATIONS FROM CITY MANAGER
1 , 36th Street Public Hearing
The Manager noted that the public hearing will be held in the
Council Chambers at 8 p . m . on May 6 , 1975 . Councilman Meland
questioned what action would be taken . The City Manager stated
that no action is to be taken ; the City will record all comments
and discuss the proposed project and the financing . A public
hearing before the Council on the project will be schodulod at a
later date .
2 . Library Sign
The City Manager explained that Hennepin County has requested
an additional sign to be place at the St . Louis Park Library $
it was moved by Councilman Maland , seconded by Councilman Thiel ,
to deny an additional sign to be put up on Gorham Avenue .
The motion passed 4 " 3 . ( Councilman Griak , Craves and Druakin
opposed . )
36 Kilmer Meeting
The Manager reminded the Council that on Monday , Ma.y 12 , 1975
at 7 p . m . in City Hell. , a meeting will be htl,d With the Kilmer
residents to discuss modification to Ford Road Park .
13 * CtA1� APPROP1ATIONS AND CONTRACT PkYM NTs
VERIF" IRB CLAIMS
on motion of Councilman Graved , seconded by Councilman Hanka , th@
iiata of verified claims prepared by the Directur of 'pinante and
presonted to the Council dated May 5 , 1975 , in the total amounts of
$ 3 , 705 . 22 for payroll , and $ 138 , 421 . 71 for vendora areae apptoved �
and tho City Manager , City Clerk , and City `fteaaureY areae authbtitad
to iasue cheeks covering same by a 74 yea mate .
(b ) PAYWNTS ON CONTRACT WORK
On motion of Councilman Oswego aeoended by Cauneiltt►an Oriak , th@
fallojoirig payments on contract work preaentred by the City Et1iftatr
vete approved , and the City Miffigor , City Clerk and city teastt@
were authorimz d to iasue Cheek§ tot their ro. 6poeetiv@ ambunta by a
7 . O vote .
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APPROPIATIONS AND CONTRA
CT PAYMENTS ( cont . )
13 . CLAIMS storm sewers and a
1 Project No . 72 - 43 , ppurtenant
( b ) 1 . P.+.rti.al Pavirent Nos Inc *
& Sons , Inc . Amount , $ 26 , 497 . 48 ,
work . Contractor ,
Project Nos 65 - 45B , 65 - 45D , 73 - 46 , 73 - 19 , �
2 . Partial Payment No . 6 , Proj Contractor ,
sanitary sewer and watermain .
74 - 31 , storm sewer ) Amount , $ 23 , 562 . 19 .
Northdale Construction Company .
14 . AWOURNMCNT
seconded by Councilman Griak , the meeting
On motion of Councilman Graves , seconded 7 - 0 vote .
was adjourned at 11 : 45 p . m . by
Frank Fleetham , Mayor
Attest :
Shirle oiland , Acting Secretary
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