Journal www.devcorpnorth.org FALL 2003 A hoppin’ summer New Web site provides latest at DevCorp North business, neighborhood news By Kimberly Bares Executive Director As I write this column, children all over DevCorp North completely redesigned We spotlight our members in the the country are returning to school and being its Web site (www.devcorpnorth.org) this Business Directory. If you’re not a member, asked to tell what they did on their summer summer to make it THE place to go for the join now to secure your spot in our business vacations. latest information on business and neighbor- database. We at DevCorp North have not taken a hood happenings in Rogers Park. We will keep you posted on DevCorp vacation this summer, but this issue is our bit When we decided to redesign our site, North’s Chamber of Commerce activities of "show and tell" for all the projects and pro- we wanted one that reflects Rogers Park -- and what we’re doing to spur Economic grams we have completed or embarked upon urban, edgy, newsy, hip. We wanted to give Development in our neighborhood. Plus, this summer: Rogers Park a Web site that’s to the point, you can look to our Web site for useful • the TIF Task Force for the proposed Devon- clean and easy to use. We hope we’ve suc- Links. Sheridan Tax Increment Financing District, ceeded! We hope you find our new Web site • the Morse-Clark-Glenwood Special Service The What’s Now section is geared to exciting and useful. Please be sure to use the Area, provide you with information on a timely Contact page to email us with ideas or com- • the Farmers Markets and Market Festivals, basis. We’ll be using Web log technology to ments. • community walks held in the North of bring you up-to-date information on busi- A special thanks goes to the folks at Howard community area, ness news, neighborhood notes and upcom- Internet Life Services for their help in design- • business and artists’ events at two new busi- ing events. ing and implementing the new Web site. nesses: the Morseland and Sweet Occasions, • the installation of artwork by Rogers Park artists along , • three façade rebate Inside: projects, Devon-Sheridan • a new Rogers Park community guide, TIF • the first-ever Loy- Page 5 ola students guide to neighborhood restaurants, entertainment, recreation and cul- ture! Phew – that’s quite a list! We said farewell to Kevin Richards, the Howard Street Special Service Area (SSA) Manager as he took on his dream of traveling to Spain, and warmly welcomed his replace- ment, Joanna Barnhart. Joanna has her Master’s degree in Urban Planning from UCLA and an undergrad degree in African American Studies from Georgia State. She grew up in Portland, OR and moved to just before joining DevCorp North. She has already been out on the street meet- ing the current business owners and designing a new brochure that details the programs and services of the Howard Street Special Service Area.

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1448 W. howard st., chicago, il 60626-1427 phone 773.508.5885 fax 773.508.9488 www.devcorpnorth.org New maintenance department adds more services, equipment to Howard SSA New equipment and personnel changes over the last few months members, and Howard SSA commissioners for their tireless efforts, are resulting in greater efficiencies and improved maintenance for the without which the aforementioned improvements would not have been Howard Street Special Service Area. possible. DevCorp North recently acquired a diesel powered sidewalk sweeper to assist with the daily street cleaning needs of the communi- For more information, visit us at our Web site: ty. We also purchased a commercial utility tractor with a 300 pound http://www.devcorpnorth.org/economic_development/howard.html digitally controlled salt spreader to be pulled behind the tractor for the most efficient snow removal services ever. DevCorp North also successfully negotiated a new contract with the Illinois Dept. of Human Services for an increase in our street clean- ing staff from 4 to 10 employees in preparation for an expanded serv- ice area when the proposed Clark, Morse, Glenwood Special Service Area comes online. A new daily landscaping and graffiti program under way includes painting and scraping of city light poles, removal of illegally posted billings and storm drain cleaning to prevent curb flooding in summer and excessive ice (over) in winter. DevCorp North is now renting a separate maintenance facility and garage on the 6800 block of North to store all the recent- ly acquired power equipment. This facility is the new base of opera- tions for the maintenance department. It takes a team effort to deliver effective SSA services. Thanks to all the staff members, community volunteers, DevCorp North Board

2 FALL 2003 devcorp north journal Strike up the band! Bandshell design aims to brighten north end of Loyola Park Rogers Park architect Mark A. Miller path to a beach boardwalk. The boardwalk, Mark A Miller, Architects/Builders, to con- has designed a bandshell for Loyola Park in which could host farmers markets and street- struction and design is inspired by Miller’s an effort to enhance the fieldhouse and make type festivals, will lead visitors to the band- knowledge of Zen and eastern philosophies, it a destination for neighborhood residents shell across from the bleachers on the north which he gained through studying Shotokan and those of surrounding communities. end of the Loyola Park fieldhouse. Here, Karate-Do, Aikido and Yoga. Miller’s design is a small, urban-scale Miller designed a wind sculpture that not In addition to his architectural work, solution to bring people into Rogers Park. only shades the seating areas, but also undu- Mark is busy with projects that he designs to The park would be transformed into a per- lates like the waves of the lake. It overlooks foster and develop community pride in formance space for movies, music and festi- a bandshell stage that moves out of the base- Rogers Park. vals that would celebrate the richness of cul- ball diamond and is stored when not in use. Currently, efforts are under way to turn ture and art already existing in the commu- Miller, who was born in Rogers Park, the bandshell design into a reality. For more nity. has established an architectural practice information, call (773) 764-3569. The design begins at the Morse station located at 7235 N. Sheridan Rd., near his El tracks with wind sculptures that mark the current Rogers Park home. The approach of

FALL 2003 devcorp north journal 3 Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Rogers Park Flea Market Farmers Market A taste of old will sweeten the corners of Jarvis and Greenview on Sat. Sept. 20, when the first annual Jarvis Square The Rogers Park Farmers Market is held every Saturday from 10 Flea Market debuts. a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 18. All summer the markets have been Local residents and businesses are planning to cram the area providing a wide array of produce, products, entertainment, services east of the Jarvis "el" stop with everything from Apples to Zithers. and most importantly FUN! Here are the top 10 reasons why you Mark your calendars for this one day event, scheduled to run from 8 should come by and visit. a.m. till dusk, rain or shine. 1. Experienced farmers have committed their time to the mar- An eclectic mix of things to see and do is planned. So come join kets and offer fresh fruits and vegetables the way you remember the fun! Call (773) 761-0220 for more information, or if you would them – from the farm! Come choose from an assortment of seasonal like to "sell your stuff." items including fresh-picked squash, corn, tomatoes, peaches, dairy- This event is brought to you by the Jarvis Area Businesses, fresh cheeses, flowers, honey, jams, and much, much more! Sherwin Chase and Jargowood Block Clubs and 49th Ward 2. See the various specialty services and products that Rogers Alderman Joe Moore. The event is sponsored by DevCorp North, Park has to offer. The Farmers Markets are not limited to produce! Family Matters, Rogers Park Community Council and Rotary Club Members of the community also come to display arts, crafts, flowers, of Chicago – Rogers Park. soaps, massage therapy, and community information. For more information, visit us at our Web site: 3. Most farmers take WIC and Farmers http://www.devcorpnorth.org/categories/whatsnowinrogerspark/ Market Food and Nutrition coupons for New location for market: families and seniors. We work hard to make On Ashland Avenue, these events both inclusive and convenient just south of Howard Street for all residents. For information, contact Vernell Jones at WIC: 773 338-7334. 4. Don’t forget the World Music Festival on Sept. 20! We are rapidly booking performers and vendors from around the globe. The festival is sure to be jam-packed with entertainment, community health resources, ethnic foods, rhythms and crafts. This year as part of the World Music Festival, The Wisdom Bridge Arts Project is spon- soring Teller de Campos a Flamenco Dance troupe from Spain. Also on the main stage the renown Chicago Jazzmata Band playing Indian Raga Based Jazz along with Mariachi Tequila with sounds of Mexico and The House of Daniel Choir with uplifting soulful spirituals and songs. Other acts include the Girls Choir from the Boznian Herzegovinian American Community Center and the Khmer Dance Troupe from the Cambodian Association of Illinois. 5. BE VERY AFRAID of the upcoming All Hallows Eve Festival on Oct. 18, but don’t be afraid to bring the kids! There is no telling what kind of goblins and goons and excitement you’ll encounter at this spooky event. 6. The Rogers Park Farmers Market promotes and celebrates your community. Get to know your neighborhood and all of the wonderful things that it has to offer. 7. Visit the famous pop-up artwork created for the market by local artist Karen Kain. For more information on this artwork, con- tact DevCorp North at 773-508-5885. 8. Find out current information about neighborhood develop- ments from DevCorp North. We have a booth every weekend at the markets and we’re ready to tell you all the latest news about Rogers Park. 9. Invest in your community. Money spent in the community gets reinvested in the community. 10. The most important reason to come to the market is to have fun! We look forward to seeing you there

Please note: If you are interested in participating or volunteering, please contact Lynn Peemoeller (773) 508-5885. For more information, visit us at our Web site: http://www.devcorpnorth.org/categories/rogersparkfarmersmarket/ 4 FALL 2003 devcorp north journal Model community planning process delivers plan for Devon-Sheridan TIF district After several months of weekly meetings, four community meet- new TIF. Much too often, communities have input only after the TIF ings and numerous block club and organization discussions, the TIF is put into place, if they have any input at all. One example of the Task Force appointed by Aldermen Joe Moore (49th) and Pat effect of the community participation is on the boundaries of the dis- O’Connor (40th) completed work on the Redevelopment Plan for the trict: they changed several times due to input from the community. area. While no process is perfect and there are always opportunities to The TIF Task Force was comprised of organizational representa- improve communication, representation and participation, DevCorp tives and other stakeholders such as small businesses and residents for North is proud to have been a part of the TIF Task Force and thanks the purpose of creating a community input and participation process both aldermen for their support in creating the Task Force and allow- in developing broad goals, objectives and redevelopment needs for ing the community to have an unprecedented amount of input in this the property within the TIF boundaries. The community participa- important redevelopment project. tion and input directed and influenced the work of the Task Force and The next steps are now mandated by the Illinois State statute and created a fairly comprehensive and balanced Redevelopment Plan. the city of Chicago’s TIF process. There will be a community meet- The overall goal of the Devon / Sheridan TIF Redevelopment ing about the TIF in September and a public hearing held at City Hall Plan is to "reduce or eliminate conditions that qualify the this fall. Following the meeting and public hearing, the full City Redevelopment Plan Area (RPA) as a conservation area and to pro- Council will vote on whether to adopt ordinances to create the pro- vide the direction and mechanisms necessary to re-establish the RPA posed TIF. as a cohesive and vibrant mixed-use area that provides a compre- If approved, the TIF will be in place for a maximum of 23 years hensive range of commercial and retail uses to the surrounding resi- and funds derived from increases in the property taxes generated dential community, while accommodating residential and institution- from the EAV (Equalized Assessed Valuation) of the properties may al uses where appropriate. Redevelopment of the RPA will improve be spent on improvements within the district such as infrastructure, retail, commercial and housing conditions; improve the relationship affordable housing, site preparation, job training, and property assem- between the area’s diverse land uses; and attract private redevelop- bly and acquisition. ment." For more information on TIF in general or this TIF specifically, The TIF Task Force was recognized by the Neighborhood please check out our Web site: http://www.devcorpnorth.org/ Capital Budget Group as one of the best processes they have ever economic_development/devon_sheridan.html seen with regard to community participation in the development of a

FALL 2003 devcorp north journal 5 6 FALL 2003 devcorp north journal "Outrageous" studio walk, street fair to brighten Glenwood Ave. Oct. 4

The Glenwood Avenue Arts District will plays, etc as well as provide their own ven- convenience of the EL, the neighborhood has help kick off Chicago Arts Month and Illinois dor’s license. To participate, contact either recently become quite a hub of activity, fea- Arts Week with its "Outrageous Open Studio Steven Obendorf at (773) 465-6311 or Amy turing a plethora of fine and commercial Walk and Succulent Street Fair" on Oct. 4. Westgard at [email protected]. artists, craftsmen and sculptors, artists studios, Artist studios and galleries will be open Two stages in addition to the Lifeline live/work spaces, coffee houses, restaurants all along Glenwood Avenue from noon to 6 Theatre KidFest stage will be set up to provide and bars, music venues, poetry slams, gal- p.m. and other Rogers Park artists will exhibit continuous music from bands, dance perform- leries, theaters, bookstores, spas and more. work in outdoor locations. ances and other performance art. The new The Morse-Glenwood Arts District fea- Phantom Limb Studio, an art group of Morse-land Supper Club and RE/MAX tures such popular venues as the Lifeline five artists, will be presenting work in two stu- NorthCcoast are sponsoring one stage. A Theatre, Mess Hall, Duke’s Sports Bar, The dios. Diane Grams will be curating an exhibit "Gathering of the Tribal Drummers" will hap- Heartland Cafe and Redline Tap, The No Exit on the second floor of the ArtSpace RP pen, a drum circle for all types and styles of Cafe, Heartland Studio Theatre and Building. Lifeline Theatre will host their annu- drumming. Coccoabean Expressions, Phantom Limb al KidFest with an outdoor stage and continu- Dukes Sports Bar, 6920 N. Glenwood, Studio, Curious Theatre Branch and Café Des ous children’s activities. The Curious Theatre will be featuring their Sixth Annual Chili Cartes as well as many other arts businesses Branch will present various surprise perform- Cook-Off. Entries can be submitted at Noon and private studios. ance events. Art therapist Sharon Hyson will and judging will take place at 2:30 PM. There Glenwood Avenue, in the "Heart of Rogers provide interactive children’s art activities. is a $10 entry fee with cash prizes to the win- Park", between Pratt and Touhy Avenues, is a Tyego Dance Project will present dance per- ners. unique urban stretch of diverse storefronts, formance. And Mess Hall, an experimental Michael James and Athletes For Peace artists and families all living within an inviting and conceptual art group, will engage us in will be holding street sprints outside of the European flavor of narrow, cobblestone new and creative "What izit?" art. Heartland Café from 10 to noon. streets, the elevated train embankments and Individual artists include Stephanie A main information booth with maps, funky shops and storefronts. For this event, Strange, Jim McRoberts, Susan Duffy, Steven schedules and directories will be available at Glenwood Avenue will be blocked off in two Obendorf, Tory Ortscheid, Sandi Chaplin, the Heartland Café, at the NWC of Lunt and locations: from Lunt to Morse to Farwell on Tara Noftsier, Angela Scalisi, Bobby Jean Glenwood. the west side of Glenwood (6900-7000 N.) and Mike, Stella Lilly Studio, Silkway Studio, The Glenwood Avenue Arts District has from Lunt to Greenleaf on the east side of Richard Bough, Michelle Williams, Amy been established to promote and enhance the Glenwood (7000 –7030 N.). Westgard, and poet Kate Cullan. The identity of the artists and creative entrepre- For more information about the Chicago Artists Coalition will have a booth. neurs who have migrated to the Glenwood Avenue Arts District and the Artists are invited to participate in this Morse/Glenwood area of Rogers Park. While "Outrageous Open Studio Walk and celebration of the Arts. There is no fee to artists have thrived on Glenwood for over 30 Succulent Street Fair," contact Al Goldberg at exhibit, however, artists are required to pro- years, drawn by the proximity to the lake, (847) 4982-3211. vide their own tables, chairs, tents and dis- Loyola University, affordable rents and the Clark-Morse-Glenwood SSA nears final approval

Formation of the Clark-Morse-Glenwood Special Service Area After the public hearing and approval by the Finance Committee, (SSA) is moving forward. A public hearing will be held at 10 am on the SSA proposal goes to City Council for final approval. We expect Friday, Sept. 26 at City Hall. the SSA to be operational no later than the beginning of 2004. Four community meetings in Rogers Park provided important The SSA budget, programs and services will be overseen by a feedback on program and service priorities. They are: commission of business and property owners located in the district and • Activities to support public safety improvements. directed by a professional manager. • Street and sidewalk cleaning and beautification. • Street and sidewalk snow removal. • Business marketing and promotion. For more information, see our Web site at: • Special events to draw new customers to the business districts. http://www.devcorpnorth.org/economic_development/clark.html

FALL 2003 devcorp north journal 7 Spotlight on new & renewing members Welcome to all our new and renewing members! Anatoliy Torchinskiy, 1440 W. Pratt, Gateway Bar & Grill, 7545 N. Clark, Loyola Snacks, 1200 W. Loyola, (773) (773) 338-5657, [email protected], (773) 262-5767, gatewaybarandgrill.com. 465-3906. News stand and concession. geocities.com/pianatoliy. Musician. Restaurant. Morseland, 1218 W. Morse, (773) 764- ARDSE, Inc. – DBA Easy Travel, Harmony With Nature, 7213 N. 8900, 1218morse.com. Restaurant. 7025 N. Clark, (773) 764-9355. Travel Rogers, (773) 596-5555, harmony agency, money transfers. [email protected], harmonywithna- Mosaic Living Center, 7464 N. ture.com. Aromatherapy. Sheridan, (773) 338-0200, sswanson@plat- Around the Clock, Inc., 1605 W. inumhc.net. Skilled pediatric center for Howard, (773) 465-2686. Food and liquor Hallmark & Johnson – Alan developmental disabilities. store. Goldberg, 7101 N. Cicero, Lincolnwood, (847) 892-3211, agoldberg@hallmark-john- Bill Paige, Rogers Park resident. B & M Bodyworks, 7646 N. Sheridan, son.com. Real Estate. (773) 419-1891. Health Club. Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc., 1542 Lorene Hopkins, Rogers Park resi- W. Fargo, (773) 338-0299. Legal Services. Bruno & Tim’s Lounge, 6562 N. dent. Sheridan, (773) 764-7900. Liquor store The ReRanger, 1415 W. Farwell, #A3, and lounge. Kassis Realty – Mike Luckenbach, (773) 274-2795, [email protected]. 7712 N. Paulina Avenue, (773) 465-2433, Interior design, rearranging and granite Capt’n Nemo’s, 7367 N. Clark, (773) [email protected]. Real Estate. transformations. 227-6366. Restaurant. Koenig & Strey Real Estate – Tad Timmothy Allan & Associates, 1400 Conn’s Catering, 1535 W. Devon, Gage, 1940 N. Clark, (312) 475-4593, W. , #166, (773) 551-5591, (773) 262-2666, [email protected], [email protected], ksgmac.com. Real [email protected], tim- connscatering.com. Catering. Estate. mothyallan.com. Public relations and mar- keting. Curves, 7300 N. Western, (773) 907- La Cucina di Donatella, 2221 W. 0011. Fitness Center. Howard, (773) 262-6533. Restaurant. You Unlimited, P. O. Box 268954, (773) 710-8646. Business and personal con- Ennui Café, 6981 N. Sheridan, (773) LAMS Real Estate Management – sultant. 973-2233, rogersparkjazzseries.com. Dan Sullivan, 7404 N. Greenview, (773) Coffee shop and restaurant. 743-2354, [email protected]. Real estate Eric Waggoner, Rogers Park resident. management. David Fagus, 7356 N. Greenview, For a full list of members, visit us at our (773) 338-5796, davidfagus@49th ward.com, Larry Levine, Rogers Park resident. Web site: http://www.devcorpnorth.org/ Committeeman/Democratic Party of the members/members.php. 49th Ward.

8 FALL 2003 devcorp north journal FALL 2003 devcorp north journal 9 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Continuing through Fall 2003 – Howard Windows Sat., Oct. 4 – 12 noon to 6 p.m. - Outrageous Wed., Oct. 29 – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. – Rogers Park Project/Howard Street Live! – Along Howard Open Studio Walk & Succulent Street Fair – Business and Artist Networking Event. $10 Street. Maps available at DevCorp North, 1448 W. Glenwood Arts District - For this event, Glenwood includes food and networking. Events held the Howard. Avenue will be blocked off in two locations: from last Wednesday of every month (locations change Lunt to Morse to Farwell on the west side of monthly). Saturdays, through Oct. 18 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Glenwood (6900-7000 N.) and from Lunt to Weekly farmers markets on Ashland Avenue, just Greenleaf on the east side of Glenwood (7000 Wed., Nov. 12 – 7:30 to 9 a.m. - Rogers Park south of Howard Street. –7030 N.). Business and Artists Networking Group breakfast meeting. Meetings held every second Wednesday Sat., Sept. 20 – 8 a.m. to dusk – Jarvis Square Wed., Oct. 8 – 7:30 to 9 a.m. – Rogers Park (locations change monthly). $6 includes breakfast Flea Market – Jarvis & Greenview – For more Business and Artists Networking Group breakfast and tip. information, call Ed at (773) 761-0220. meeting. Meetings held every second Wednesday (locations change monthly). $6 includes breakfast Wed., Nov. 26 – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. – Rogers Park Sat., Sept. 20 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – World Music and tip. Business and Artist Networking Event. $10 Market Festival – on Ashland Avenue, just south of includes food and networking. Events held the Howard Street. Wed., Oct. 15 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. – Far North Side last Wednesday of every month (locations change Job Fair – Loyola Park Fieldhouse, 1230 W. monthly). Wed., Sept. 24 – 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. – Rogers Park Greenleaf. Free for job seekers. For more infor- Business and Artist Networking Event. $10 mation, contact DevCorp North at (773) 508- Wed., Dec. 10 – 7:30 to 9 a.m. - Rogers Park includes food and networking. Events held the 5885. Business and Artists Networking Group breakfast last Wednesday of every month (locations change meeting. Meetings held every second Wednesday monthly). Sat., Oct. 18 – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. – Harvest Market (locations change monthly). $6 includes breakfast Festival – on Ashland Avenue, just south of and tip. Thurs., Sept. 25 – 8 to 10 a.m. – Loan Packaging Howard Street. Workshop –7064 N. Clark Street. Free to Rogers Park Business owners and entrepreneurs.

10 FALL 2003 devcorp north journal FALL 2003 devcorp north journal 11 Gateway Centre – Bally’s coming; still growing

The Gateway Centre is a great new des- Fashions, North Shore Optical, Footlocker, 2004 and will be open 7am-midnight, seven tination point for Rogers Park. Developed GNC, Sally Beauty, Gamestop, a Chicago days per week. The Paulina Street plaza and by Trident Developments L.L.C. and Alternative Policing Strategy (CAPS) office the atrium area should be completed by anchored by Dominick’s, Marshall’s and and T-Mobile. October of this year, so keep an eye out for soon Bally Total Health and Fitness, this The expert leasing services of CB some exciting new additions! large, 31-acre shopping area is conveniently Richard Ellis, Inc. have been retained for the For leasing information, call Joseph C. located on the corner of Howard and Clark center. They have been negotiating with Parrott, CB Richard Ellis, Inc. Brokerage streets. Easily accessible by car, rail and several retail and food servicing prospects Services, at (847) 572-1450 foot, the Gateway Centre offers a wide vari- for the ground level of Paulina Street. The (email: [email protected]). ety of retail and services including Bally Total Health and Fitness Center is Hollywood Video, Payless Shoes, Best Price expected to be completed by January of Free job fair for North Siders

Project JOBS, DevCorp North and the cants. Numerous nonprofit organizations West Ridge Chamber of Commerce have that provide services and offer support to teamed up to host a free North Side job fair people seeking employment and skills also at Loyola Park on Wed., Oct. 15, from 10 will participate. a.m. to 2 p.m. Funding for the job fair was provided by Other supporting organizations include the Irvin Stein Foundation and the event is Howard Area Community Center, the co-sponsored by Alderman Joe Moore, 49th Rotary Club of Chicago - Rogers Park and Ward. the Youth Job Center of Evanston. If you are interested in attending as an The job fair is expected to draw over employer/vendor, please contact DevCorp 400 participants and showcase 50 employers North at (773) 508-5885. Loyola Park is who are interested in hiring qualified appli- located at 1220 W. Greenleaf.

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We also added two other people to our grown produce and local vendors’ products Mayor’s Office of Workforce Development; staff this summer: Lynn Peemoeller, Farmers being offered in the neighborhood. and Philip Greiner, Corporate Banking Market Coordinator, and Amanda Holman as And, last but not least, we welcomed sev- Officer at Harris Bank. If you’d like to Assistant Coordinator. Together they are ably eral new Board members since our last become involved with DevCorp North, give heading up our Farmers Markets and Market newsletter: Rich Aronson, a private developer me a call. The more, the merrier! Festivals, which continue to improve and and principal of Camelot Realty; Gustavo expand every week. Don’t miss out on farm Giraldo, Deputy Commissioner for the

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