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Welcome to the Nelson E-News!
Thank you for reading this edition of my newsletter. I hope you find the information below very helpful. As always, I appreciate and look forward to your feedback.
The next board meeting will be Tuesday, July 12 at 9:30am in the Hall of Administration – 333 W. Santa Ana Blvd., Santa Ana 92701.
Please see photos and descriptions below of some of the events our office was able to attend in the community this week. If you were unable to attend, there are other events listed at the end of this newsletter.
Sincerely,
Shawn Nelson |
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| Board Updates |
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| County Wins 10 NACo Achievement Awards |
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Ten County of Orange programs earned the 2016 Achievement Award by the National Association of Counties (NACo). Founded in 1935, NACo represents the nation’s 3,069 County governments in support of the pursuit of excellence in public service.
The County of Orange award-winning agency programs for 2016 are:
- Orange County Community Resources, OC Libraries: Grow with STEM
- Orange County District Attorney: OC GRIP
- Orange County Waste & Recycling: Bowerman Power Landfill Gas to Energy Project
- Orange County Probation: AB109 Program
- Orange County Community Resources: Linking to Employment Activities Pre-release initiative
- County of Orange Social Services Agency: No Wrong Door Service Delivery Model
- CEO: OC Healthy Steps Wellness Program
- Orange County Health Care Agency: OC Links
- CEO Information Technology: OC Expediter Application
- Orange County Community Resources, OC Libraries: Health & Flavor in your Kitchen
For more information, please click link below:
http://bos.ocgov.com/legacy4/newsletters/pdfs/Vol7Issue14/
PR062816%202016%20NACo%20winners.pdf |
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| County Mourns Passing of Former Supervisor Marian Bergeson |
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County officials mourned the passing of former Supervisor Marian Bergeson, who was elected to represent the Fifth District on the Board of Supervisors in 1994 after a prestigious career in the state Legislature.
Mrs. Bergeson left the Board in November 1996 after being appointed by then-Gov. Pete Wilson to serve as California’s Secretary of Education. She later served on the state Board of Education and on the California Transportation Commission.
“We are profoundly saddened by the passing of such a loved and respected leader in our community,” said Board of Supervisors Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett, Fifth District. “We will always be grateful for the time she spent contributing her energy, optimism and intellect to help solve
problems across California.”
“She brought so much experience and insight to everything she did,” said Vice Chair Michelle Steel, Second District. “She was a true pioneer and an inspiration to many.”
Supervisor Andrew Do said her legacy will continue thanks to efforts such as the Marian Bergeson Excellence in Public Service Series, which encourages more women to serve in politics and government. “Marian Bergeson’s legacy will continue to live on through the countless number of people she has inspired to run for office and serve in government,” said Supervisor Do, who represents the First District. “For generations to come, Orange County will remember Marian Bergeson for her leadership and lifetime of service.”
Supervisor Todd Spitzer, Third District, who was elected to his first stint on the Board as Mrs.Bergeson was leaving for Sacramento, remembered her as “the smartest, classiest person and elected official I have ever met. She continued to attend most social and political events despite her years of fighting illness. She was deeply committed to her family, her husband Garth and her children. She leaves an amazing and earned legacy. We are all better off knowing and working alongside her. Rest in peace, Madame Secretary.”
“She had nearly unparalleled stature in this county for good reason,” said Supervisor Shawn Nelson, Fourth District. “She understood more than most the intricacies of local and state government and devoted her life to solving problems.” |
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| Sea Lion deterrent pilot program – Dana Point Harbor |
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Boaters in Dana Point Harbor can expect some lanky new neighbors – ones with perpetually waving arms and shaking hips, and usually spotted dancing on top of car dealerships.
The hot-air-powered, brightly-colored characters – known as air dancers – are being deployed to the harbor’s docks to deter sea lions from making themselves at home on docks and boats, which can cause costly damage. Dana Point Marine Company, which manages Dana Point Harbor’s East Basin slips and docks for the County, is initiating this pilot program after a dramatic increase in sea lion activity over the past 18 months.
Dana Point Marina Company initiated the pilot program at the suggestion of a boater, who read about a similar program at a Northern California marina. The unusual movement of the air dancers should encourage sea lions to move on to other areas where human encounters are less likely.
The program will begin July 4 with three air dancers placed near the Harbor Patrol dock. |
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| Announcements |
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Keep Orange County Clean and Green at 4th Annual
Eco Challenge Day at Angel Stadium
Saturday, July 16, 2016 8 to 11 a.m. |
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- Bring household hazardous waste, e-waste, gently used clothing and papers for shredding.
- Arrive early for a chance to earn prizes – four FREE tickets to the Discovery Cube or an Angels Baseball game (while supplies last).
(SANTA ANA, Calif.) – OC Waste & Recycling announces the 4th annual Eco Challenge Day at Angel Stadium. Residents are encouraged to bring household hazardous waste, e-waste, gently-used clothing and paper for shredding. Participants will have a chance to earn valuable prizes
E-Waste is any electronic equipment that is near or at the end of its useful life. Examples include computers, CPUs, laptops, home use photocopiers and printers, cell phones, digital cameras, televisions (CRTs & flat screens), VCRs, video game consoles and associated devices. More information can be found here.
Household Hazardous Waste is any household product that contains potentially hazardous elements. Corrosive, toxic, ignitable, or reactive ingredients cannot be safely disposed in landfills. Examples of household hazardous waste include paints (latex and oil based), cleaners, oils, batteries, herbicides, pesticides and solvents. Fluorescent tubes, compact fluorescent lamps are also hazardous.
Documents for Shredding: Any document that has personal information such as name, address, phone number, social security number, family information and personal records should be shredded
OC Waste & Recycling, Angels Baseball, Discovery Cube and Goodwill of Orange County are participants in this eco-friendly family fun event, which takes place under the Big Red Hats. Activities include music, games, eco crafts, opportunity drawings and more. (See list below.)
The event takes place at the Angel Stadium parking lot from 8 to 11 a.m. The first 200 vehicles to arrive will be able to choose between four Angels Baseball tickets or four Discovery Cube tickets. 2016 Eco Challenge Day Angels July 6, 2016 Page 2
“The Eco Challenge Day event combines sustainable practices with fun and learning,” said Board Chairwoman Lisa Bartlett. “This is a good way to help keep Orange County clean and green and engage our young residents to be good environmental stewards.” |
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| In the Community |
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| 116 Pets adopted from Fourth District Sponsored Pet Expo! |
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| OC Animal Care’s Fun in the Sun Pet Fair was a huge success! Everyone had a great time visiting over 50 different animal rescue groups and pet related vendors, spinning our prize wheel and winning pet care items, watching awesome demonstrations, getting delicious food from Kona Ice and Classic Tacos food trucks and more! We are ecstatic to announce we surpassed our original adoption goal and 116 animals found their furever homes! Thank you to the community members who came out to this event and for choosing to adopt a furry friend. Thank you to all staff and volunteers for all their hard work and dedication, without you this event would not be possible! |
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Policy Advisors Steve Spernak, Natalie Wieckert and Audra Fishel join Supervisor Nelson at his Info and County Resources booth hosted at the Pet Expo at the Animal Shelter in Orange. |
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Supervisor Nelson shared the fun of a young family brining home their first pet provided free as part of Pet Expo 2016. |
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| OC Parks 2016 Summer Concert Series |
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The County of Orange and OC Parks welcome back the annual outdoor summer concert series with 10 free concerts at Craig Regional Park, Tri-City Regional Park, Mason Regional Park, Mile Square Regional Park, Irvine Regional Park and Salt Creek Beach. Each concert event will offer free live music under the summer sky on Thursday evenings which started June 30 through September 1.
All of the OC Parks Summer Concert Series events take place from 6 to 8 p.m., are free to attend, with free parking and open to the public of all ages. Food trucks will be serving on-site at each location. Guests may bring their own food, and alcohol consumption by those 21 and over is permitted for the concerts Friends and families are invited to come out, bring a blanket and a beach chair and enjoy great local live music under the stars at OC Parks this summer season
The series kicked off at Craig Regional Park in Fullerton with swing revival sensation Big Bad Voodoo Daddy performing with Kris Bradley.
The concerts will continue at Mason Regional Park in Irvine with the “Lounge King” Phil Shane performing with a full band and Hawkline Monster opening the show on Thursday, July 14. Favorite ‘80s tribute band Flashback Heart Attack returns to the OC Parks concert series performing at Mason Park on Thursday, July 21 with Well Hung Heart performing as an acoustic duo to open the show.
The series will then move to Mile Square Regional Park in Fountain Valley with LA alternative rock group Grizfolk performing with Robert John and the Wreck on Thursday, July 28. The traditional and contemporary sounds of Ireland will pour through Mile Square Park on August 4 with The Fenians performing live joined by Dano Forte’s Juke Joint Show.
Next stop is in Orange for Saved by the 90s and Gardeners Logic at Irvine Regional Park on Thursday, August 11. Local folk indie favorite, Matt Costa will perform at Irvine Regional Park with David Rosales on Thursday, August 18.
The summer concert series wraps up on a high note with two dates at Bluff Park overlooking Salt Creek Beach in Dana Point. Tijuana Dogs and Family Style will take the stage on Thursday, August 25. Indie pop sensation JR JR (formerly known as Dale Earnhardt Jr. Jr.) will take the stage with their hit song “Gone” on September 1 with Big Monsta opening the show. |
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| 2016 OC Parks Summer Concert Series Schedule |
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Mason Regional Park
Location: 18712 University Drive, Irvine, CA 92612
Contact: (949) 923-2220, masonpark@ocparks.com
Date: Thursday, July 14
Artist: Phil Shane with Hawkline Monster
Date: Thursday, July 21
Artist: Flashback Heart Attack with Well Hung Heart
Mile Square Regional Park
Location: 16801 Euclid St., Fountain Valley, CA 92708
Contact: (714) 973-6600, milesquare@ocparks.com
Date: Thursday, July 28
Artist: Grizfolk with Robert John and the Wreck
Date: Thursday, August 4
Artist: Fenians with Dano Forte’s Juke Joint Show
Irvine Regional Park
Location: 1 Irvine Park Road, Orange, CA, 92869
Contact: (714) 973,6835, irvinepark@ocparks.com
Date: Thursday, August 11
Artist: Saved by the 90s with Gardeners Logic
Date: Thursday, August 18
Artist: Matt Costa with David Rosales
Bluff Park at Salt Creek Beach
Location: 33333 S. Pacific Coast Hwy., Dana Point, CA 92629
Contact: (949) 923-2280
Date: Thursday, August 25
Artist: Tijuana Dogs and Family Style
Date: Thursday, September 1
Artist: JR JR with Big Monsta |
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Supervisor Nelson attended the concert to show his support and appreciation to Parks Director Stacy Blackwood and Ranger Nick for the free family-fun evening concert at Craig Park. |
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Policy Advisors Natalie Wieckert, Audra Fishel (left) and Jasmine Rivera (right) joined Parks Director Stacy Blackwood (center) at the Supervisor’s community info booth at Craig Park. |
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| La Colonia Cleanup |
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Congratulations to the OC Public Works, Community Preservation and Code Enforcement Departments along with Waste and Recycling teams who delivered another terrific morning of community cleanup services in West Anaheim this past weekend.
Directed by Terri Cox, Chris Casillas, Tim Sun, Socorro Iglesias, Erica Carlos, Al Brady and Isabel Rios, the teams of County staff walked the La Colonia district with brochures, maps and door-hangers to advance the weekends delivery of ten 40 ft dumpster bins.
The dumpsters are spread out on local streets surrounding the Independencia Center of Garza Street so
residents can drive -up or walk trash, roofing, mattresses, furniture, old bbq’s, canoes, washers, old clothes and yard waste into the bins that are paid for through state community grants.
Republic Services delivered the bins by 8 a.m. and many were full by 9 a.m. thanks to the great work by the Bolsa Grande Men’s League coordinated by ASB Director Rob Engel. Each of the 15 students deployed with County staffers to help residents pack the bins to maximize space and safety.
Goodwill teams also participated to secure reusable materials and donations and recover e-waste in old televisions, computers, printers and electronics.
Special thanks were also delivered by 4th District Policy Advisors Natalie Wieckert and Steve Spernak who joined Deputy Chief of Staff Mark Lopez to Independencia Director Rosa Renteria and Sgt. Steve Breaton from OCSD who had three Deputies stop by for a career intro to Law Enforcement to the Bolsa Grande Men’s League.
For more information on how the County partners with communities and the citizens for clean-up and the coming Eco-challenge hosted to recycle electronics and secure paints and hazardous materials at Angel Stadium, be sure to go to www.OCplanning.net or call Public Works at
(714) 667-8835. |
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Deputy Chief of Staff Mark Lopez (left) and Policy Advisor Natalie Wieckert (center) joined County staff and volunteers from Bolsa Grande HS loading dumpsters at the annual community cleanup |
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Policy Advisor Steve Spernak (right) joined Public Works staffers Al Brady and Erica Carlos with Bolsa Grande Men’s League fill dumpsters to the rim during the morning trash and recycling removal mission in Anaheim |
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| 25th Anniversary Black Chamber of Commerce |
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Supervisor Shawn Nelson was honored to recognize Chairman Bobby McDonald and his work with the Orange County Black Chamber of Commerce at their annual Mixer hosted at the Rancho Santiago Community College offices on North Broadway.
With approximately 50 members, associates and supporters of the Chamber, Mcdonald worked a power-point update on the new website and coming events that will showcase their work in the community, campuses, business enterprise and helping Veterans in OC.
The Black Chamber provides a ready center for connecting information, resources and support services for Black and Ethnic businesses opportunities and enterprises aimed at helping the economic growth and development for individuals and companies.
The Chamber will host their annual banquet on August 27th at the Disneyland Hotel with the 5 pm reception and program that will recognize 4 outstanding OC civic and military leaders as they honor the 150th anniversary of the US Army Buffalo Soldiers.
Supervisor Nelson is proud to partner with the Chamber and their mission to develop business leadership, place Veterans in education and internship venues, promote academic success for OC students with scholarships while supporting 21st century technology and opportunities to the minority community.
For more information on the Chamber Banquet and to learn more about being a member of the OC Black Chamber of Commerce please to their website of www.ocblackchamber.com , or email bobby.mcdonald@ocblackchamber.com or call him at (714) 547-2646. |
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Policy Advisor Steve Spernak (left) joined attorney Antoinette Balta in congratulating Chairman Bobby McDonald (right) on the success of the Black Chamber at their 20th annual mixer. |
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| Anaheim 5k |
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Congratulations to the City of Anaheim, Anaheim Chamber of Commerce and the family of organizations from the Anaheim Hills community for delivering another classic 4th of July Fireworks 5 and 10K extravaganza.
The morning event, hosted at Canyon High School, drew over 1,000 attendees who ran or walked the race routes, enjoyed the run by the kids around the track then did the canopy-covered breakfast by the Anaheim Hills Rotary. The wrestling team from Canyon partnered with the Cheerleaders to put out a terrific pancake special that helped raise money for their athletic programs.
The donors, sponsors and volunteers make the most of the day with the race-route, then parade at 1 pm from Canyon HS that eventually ends at Peralta Park for fireworks and food booths for all kinds of flavors and fun into the night.
Steve Spernak attended to represent Supervisor Nelson and enjoyed the morning mixing with friends from service groups, the Chamber, city government and Wendell Walters, a director with the 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit support committee who raise money, Christmas gifts, welcome-home essentials for the Marines who return from overseas deployments and to provide a network of patriotic friends and support for America’s Bravest in the Marine’s stationed at Camp Pendleton. |
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Policy Advisor Steve Spernak partnered with Wendell Walters of the 13th MEU Marine Support Council for breakfast at the 5k finish line. |
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| District Four teacher recognized for environmental education efforts |
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Andrea Ramos, AP environmental science teacher at Brea-Olinda High School, inspires her students to become environmental ambassadors. Her passion for the environment was recognized recently when Andrea became a California state finalist in the Cox Conserves Hero Award competition. The Orange County Board of Supervisors recognized Andrea’s achievement at their meeting on Tuesday, June 28th. Andrea selected Inside the Outdoors, to receive her $5,000 award. You can view a video Andrea’s programs in action here. The Fourth District would like to extend congratulations to Andrea and thank her for her outstanding service.
Through the Cox Conserves Hero Award, Cox Enterprises and The Trust for Public Land honor volunteers who create, preserve or enhance shared outdoor spaces. Andrea’s students created a school recycling program, planted a school garden and restored native habitat through Project Zero Waste, an environmental science service learning program.
Project Zero Waste is offered to K-12 students in Orange County through a partnership between OC Waste & Recycling and Inside the Outdoors. Project Zero Waste engages more than 40,000 K-12 students in project-based lessons that transform classroom concepts into real-life action. |
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| Buena Park Library Is On the Move! |
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[Buena Park] –The Buena Park Library’s new Outreach Van is out and about, helping to promote literacy and library services to the city. Look for the van at community events throughout Buena Park, including Super Senior Saturday on August 20th at the Ehlers Community Center.
For more information, please call the library at 714.826.4100 x125, or visit our virtual branch at www.buenaparklibrary.org. The Buena Park Library District is located at 7150 La Palma Ave, Buena Park, CA. The Library is open Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
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| County Commissions and Committees |
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The Fourth District has vacant appointments on the following commissions or committees:
- Assessment Appeals Board No.1
If you are interested in serving on one of these committees, please call Audra Fishel at (714) 834-3440. |
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| OC Animal Care |
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| Announcement from The Raise Foundation |
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| Events |
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Anaheim Events
What: Legislative Committee Meeting
When: July 15, 2016
Where: Anaheim Chamber of Commerce 2400 E. Katella Ave. Suite 725 Anaheim, CA 92806
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
What: Anaheim Chamber Leads Lunch
When: July 27, 2016
Where: Roscoe's House of Chicken & Waffles 210 S. Harbor Blvd. Anaheim, Ca 92802
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Brea Events
What: The Business Connection Brea
When: July 12, 2016
Where: The Corner Bakery Cafe 103 W Imperial Hwy, Brea, CA 92821
Time: 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
What: LEAD$ Lunch: Brea's ultimate networking solution!
When: July 13, 2016
Where: Olive Garden 270 Brea Mall Brea, CA 92821
Time: 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM
Buena Park Events
What: Summer Concerts in the Park
When: July 13, 2016
Where: Boisseranc Park, 7520 Dale Street, Buena Park, 90620
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: CIVIC THEATRE UNDER THE STARS presents GREASE
When: August 5, 2016
Where: The Plaza at Ehlers Event Center 8150 Knott Ave
Buena Park, 90620
Time: 8:15 PM
Fullerton Events
What: Parks and Recreation Commission
When: July 11, 2016
Where: 303 W. Commonwealth Avenue, Fullerton, Ca, 92832
Time: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
What: Economic Development Commission
When: July 12, 2016
Where: 303 W. Commonwealth Avenue, Fullerton, CA 92832.
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
La Habra Events
What: FRUIT FESTIVAL
When: July 13, 2016
Where: COMMUNITY RESOURCES CARE CENTER in La Habra
Time: 8:00 AM - 8:00 AM
What: Annual Community Awards and Installation Banquet 2016
When: July 13, 2016
Where: Westridge Golf Club 1400 S. La Habra Hills Dr. La Habra, CA 90631
Time: 11:00 AM -2:00 PM
Placentia Events
What: Breakfast of Champions and Cruise
When: July 12, 2016
Where: 131 N. Kraemer Blvd. Placentia, CA 92870
Time: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
What: Networking At Noon
When: July 13, 2016
Where: DePalma Terrace Senior Living, 351 E. Palm Drive. Placentia, CA 92870
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM |
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please contact the Supervisor's office staff:
Audra Fishel – Phone: (714) 834-3440, Email: Audra.Fishel@ocgov.com. |
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Denis Bilodeau
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Mark Lopez
Deputy Chief of Staff
Audra Fishel
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Steve Spernak
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Natalie Wieckert
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