INDEX
TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL -June 3, 2025
SUBJECT PAGE
1. 2.
3. 4.
5. 6.
6A.
68. 7.
8. 8A.
88. BC.
8D.
8E.
8F.
BG.
8H.
81. 8J.
8K.
8L.
9. 9A.
98. 10.
10A.
108.
10C.
11. 12.
13. 14.
OPENING CEREMONIES
Call to Order/Roll Call 1
Flag Salute/Invocation 1
Withdrawn, Deferred or Supplemental Items 1
Affidavit of Posting/Waive Further Reading 2
Council Committee Meetings and Announcements 2
COMMUNITY MATTERS
Recognition of $20,000 Donation from Torrance Refining Company 2 Recognition of Torrance High Girls Swim Team. 2
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 2
CONSENT CALENDAR
Approve City Council Minutes 2
Adopt Resolution Establishing The 2025 Statement of Investment Policy 2 Accept And File Investment Report for the Month of March 2025 2 Approve First Amendment Consulting Services Agr~ement 3 Adopt Resolutions Approving Grant of Easement 3
Adopt Categorical Exemption Under California Environmental Quality Act 3 Award Contract Services Agreement 4
Approve Design Build Agreement 4
Approve Third Amendment 4
Accept And File May 14, 2025 Strategic Plan Meeting Minutes 4 Approve Exemption To Torrance Municipal Code 5
Approve Councilmember Sheikh's Request For Excused Absences 5
HEARINGS
Conduct Public Hearing Torrance Lighting District No. 99-1 6 Conduct Third Public Hearing On Proposed Operating Budget 6-7
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
Approve Shelter Operations Facility Use Agreement 7
Approve The Memorandum Of Agreement 7-8
Discuss And Consider Amending The Torrance Municipal Code 8
AGENCY AGENDAS
COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 8
CLOSED SESSION 1, 9
ADJOURNMENT 9
At 11 :31 p.m., the City Council adjourned to Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. for closed session in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber.
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Torrance City Council convened in a regular meeting on June 3, 2025, at 5:02 p.m. in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber, 3031 Torrance Blvd.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Present:
Councilmembers Gerson, Kaji, Kalani, Lewis, Mattucci, and Mayor Chen Councilmember Sheikh
City Manager Chaparyan, City Attorney Sullivan,
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota and other staff representatives Agenda item 13 was considered out of order at this. time . ...
13. CLOSED SESSION
The City Council immediately recessed to closed session at 5:03 p.m. to confer with the City Manager and the City Attorney on agenda matters listed under 13A) Conference with Labor Negotiator, 13B) Conference with Legal Counsel -Anticipated Litigation, and 13C) Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation.-Litigation pursuant to California Government Code §54957.6, California Government Code §54956.9(d)(4), and California Government Code §54956.9(d)(1).
The City Council reconvened in public session at 6:39 p.m. No formal action was taken on any item considered in closed session.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Councilmembers, Kaji, Kalani, Lewis, Mattucci, and Mayor Chen Gerson and Sheikh.
Present: City Manager Chaparyan, City Attorney Sullivan, Deputy City Clerk Cammarota and other staff representatives
2. FLAG SALUTE/ INVOCATION
3. The flag salute was led by Councilmember Mattucci.
The non-sectarian invocation was given by Councilmember Kaji.
WITHDRAWN, DEFERRED OR SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
Supplemental material was available for item 8E.
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4. REPORT OF CITY CLERK ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA/ MOTION TO WAIVE
FURTHER READING
MOTION: Councilmember Mattucci moved that after the City Clerk has read aloud the number and title of any resolution or ordinance on the meeting agenda, the further reading thereof shall be waived, reserving and guaranteeing to each Councilmember the right to demand the reading of any such resolution or ordinance in regular order. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Kalani and passed by 5-0 with Councilmembers Gerson and Sheikh absent.
5. COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Chen announced Congratulation Graduates.
Councilmember Kalani announced Torrance Hosts Consul General of Spain and Spanish Trade Commission In Los Angeles.
Councilmember Kalani announced Update on Capital Improvements at Paradise Park.
Mayor Chen announced the redesign of the myTorraceCA app.
6. COMMUNITY MATTERS
6A. RECOGNITION OF $20,000 DONATION FROM TORRANCE REFINING COMPANY FOR TORRANCE SUMMER NIGHTS.
68. RECOGNITION OF TORRANCE HIGH GIRLS SWIM TEAM.
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Members of the public spoke.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8A. APPROVE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES.
Recommendation of the City Clerk that City Council approve the City Council minutes of April 22, 2025.
88. ADOPT RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE 2025 STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY.
Recommendation of the City Treasurer that City Council adopt a RESOLUTION establishing the 2025 Statement of Investment Policy.
SC . ACCEPT AND FILE INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2025.
Recommendation of the City Treasurer that City Council accept and file the Investment Report for the month of March 2025.
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BD. APPROVE FIRST AMENDMENT TO CONSUL TING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR WORKERS' COMPENSATION CLAIMS MANAGEMENT SERVICES.
Recommendation of the Finance Director that City Council approve a first amendment to the consulting services agreement with Sedgwick Claims Management Services (Sedgwick) of Memphis, TN (C2022-104), in the amount of approximately $817,218, to provide for workers' compensation claims management services and to exercise the option to extend the term for a two-year period beginning July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2027.
BE. ADOPT RESOLUTIONS APPROVING GRANT OF EASEMENT TO SOUTHERN
CALIFORNIA EDISON (SCE) FOR ELECTRICAL SUPPLY AND COMMUNICATIONS
SYSTEMS SUPPORTING ELECTRICAL VEHICLE (EV) CHARGING AT TORRANCE CIVIC CENTER CAMPUS AND TORRANCE CITY YARD.
Recommendation of the City Manager and General Services Director that City Council:
1. Adopt a RESOLUTION approving a Grant of Easement to Southern California Edison (SCE) for electrical supply and communication systems for electrical vehicle (EV) charging on a portion of Torragce Civic Center Campus (APN: 7353- 001-904 and 7353-001-903); and
2. Adopt a RESOLUTION approving a Grant of Easement to Southern California Edison (SCE) for electrical supply and communication systems for electrical vehicle (EV) charging on a portion of the Torrance City Yard located at 20500 Madrona Avenue (APN: 7352-012-909).
BF . ADOPT CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION UNDER CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) SECTION 15301, ADOPT RESOLUTION AND APPROVE A
LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF TORRANCE AND CLUCK & CRUST, LLC FOR A RETAIL PAD SPACE LOCATED AT 475 CRENSHAW BOULEVARD, SUITE 150.
Recommendation of the City Manager and Transit Director that City Council:
1. Adopt a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Categorical Exemption pursuant to Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); and
2. Adopt a RESOLUTION determining portion of City-owned building is not required for city purposes and that leasing the building is in the public interest; and
3. Approve a Lease Agreement made by and between the City of Torrance, a municipal corporation, and Cluck & Crust, LLC, a California limited liability company, for portion of a City-owned building located at 475 Crenshaw Boulevard, Suite 150, for an initial term of five-years commencing July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030.
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8G . AWARD CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT, APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR SITE
PREPARATION FOR AN AUTOMATED WEATHER OBSERVING SYSTEM (AWOS) AT
TORRANCE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT -ZAMPERINI FIELD AND ADOPT CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301.
Recommendation of the General Services Director that City Council:
1. Award a contract services agreement to Royal Electric of Sacramento, CA (B2025- 08) in the amount of $646,000 and authorize 10% project contingency of $64,600 for Site Preparation Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) at Torrance Municipal Airport -Zamperini Field, for a one-year period beginning June 3, 2025 and ending June 2, 2026; and
2. Appropriate $646,000 from Airport Fund's fund balance to project FAC0017-6002- EQ0002 (Implement Automated Weather Observing System); and
3. Adopt a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Categorical exemption pursuant Section 15301 (Existing Facilities).
SH. APPROVE DESIGN BUILD AGREEMENT, APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR HVAC REPLACEMENT AT TORRANCE MUNICIPAL A1RPORT -ZAMPERINI FIELD AND
ADOPT CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO SECTION 15301.
Recommendation of the General Services Director that City Council:
1. Approve a design build agreement with ACCO Engineered Systems in the amount of $733,949 and authorize a 10% project contingency of $73,395 for HVAC Replacement at Torrance Municipal Airport-Zamperini Field for a two-year period beginning June 3, 2025, and ending June 30, 2027; and
2. Appropriate $807,344 from Airport Fund's fund balance to project FAC0017-6002- BI0001 (Renovate Airport Traffic Control Tower); and
3. Adopt a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Categorical exemption pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities).
81 . APPROVE THIRD AMENDMENT TO AMENDED AND RESTATED LEASE WITH OCH
CALIFORNIA INVESTMENTS, LLC FOR CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2909 AND 2955 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY.
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council approve a Third Amendment to the Amended and Restated Lease with OCH California Investments, Inc. (C2009-247) for City-owned property located at 2909 and 2955 Pacific Coast Highway.
SJ . ACCEPT AND FILE MAY 14, 2025 STRATEGIC PLAN MEETING MINUTES AND IMPLEMENTATION UPDATE.
Recommendation of the City Council Strategic Plan Committee that the City Council:
1. Accept and File May 14, 2025 City Council Strategic Plan Committee meeting minutes; and
2. Accept and File May 14, 2025 City Council Strategic Plan Implementation Program update.
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8K. APPROVE EXEMPTION TO TORRANCE MUNICIPAL CODE (TMC) SECTION 46.5.38
REGARDING HOURS FOR AMPLIFIED SOUND AND APPROVE AMPLIFIED SOUND PERMIT FOR ISLAMIC CENTER OF SOUTH BAY EVENT AT CHARLES H. WILSON PARK.
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council:
1. Approve an exemption to Torrance Municipal Code (TMC) Section 46.5.3b to allow amplified sound before 9:00 A.M; and
2. Approve an amplified sound permit for the Eid ul Adha Festival Prayer, hosted by the Islamic Center of South Bay (ICSB), to be held on Friday, June 6, 2025, from 6:30 A.M. to 11 :30 A.M. at Charles H. Wilson Park.
SL. APPROVE COUNCILMEMBER SHEIKH'S REQUEST FOR EXCUSED ABSENCES.
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council approve Councilmember Sheikh's request for excused absences for the June 3, 2025, June 10, 2025 and June 17, 2025 Council Meetings.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number and title for Resolution No. 2025-28. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE '"CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE 2025 STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY IN ACCORDANCE WITH CERTAIN GUIDELINES.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number and title for Resolution No. 2025-29, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST TO, A GRANT OF EASEMENT TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON FOR ELECTRICAL SUPPLY SYSTEMS AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number and title for Resolution No. 2025-30, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK
TO ATTEST TO A GRANT OF EASEMENT TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON FOR ELECTRICAL SUPPLY SYSTEMS AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number and title for Resolution No. 2025-31, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALFIORNIA,
DETERMINING CERTAIN CITY-OWNED PROPERTY IS NOT REQUIRED FOR CITY PURPOSES AND THAT LEASING THE PROPERTY IS IN THE PUBLIC INTEREST.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to adopt the Consent Calendar and to adopt Resolutions No. 2025-28, 2025-29, 2025-30, and 2025-31. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Kaji and passed by 5-0 with Councilmembers Gerson and Sheikh absent.
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9. HEARINGS
9A. CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION CONFIRMING A DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR {FY) 2025-26 IN CONNECTION WITH CITY OF TORRANCE LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 99-1.
Recommendation of the Public Works Director that City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing on the proposed levy of assessments within the City of Torrance Lighting District No. 99-1 for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-26; and
2. Adopt a RESOLUTION confirming a diagram and assessment for FY 2025-26 in connection with the City of Torrance Lighting District No. 99-1.
Associate Engineer Jessamine Que presented the item.
Members of the public spoke.
MOTION: Councilmember Mattucci moved to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Kalani and passed by 5-0 with Council members Gerson and Sheikh absent.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number a~d title for Resolution No. 2025-32, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING A DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 IN CONNECTION WITH THE CITY OF TORRANCE LIGHTING DISTRICT NO. 99-1
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972, PART 2 OF DIVISION 15 OF THE CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE, AND AS PROVIDED BY ARTICLE XIII D (13D) OF THE CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION.
MOTION: Councilmember Mattucci moved to approve item 9A and to adopt Resolutions No. 2025-32. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Kaji and passed by 5-0 with Councilmembers Gerson and Sheikh absent.
9B . CONDUCT THIRD PUBLIC HEARING ON PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2025-27
OPERATING BUDGET AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND ADOPT
RESOLUTIONS ESTABLISHING THE CITY'S ANNUAL OPERATING BUDGET
APPROPRIATIONS, CAPITAL BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS, AND
APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT AND SELECTION OF ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT FACTORS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26.
Recommendation of the City Manager and Finance Director that City Council:
1. Conduct the third public hearing on the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-27 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan; and
2. Adopt a RESOLUTION establishing the City's annual appropriations for the fiscal year 2025-26 operating budget; and
3. Adopt a RESOLUTION establishing the City's annual appropriations for the fiscal year 2025-26 capital budget; and
4. Adopt a RESOLUTION establishing the City's annual appropriations limit and selection of the annual adjustment factors for the fiscal year 2025-26.
Finance Director Ian Dailey presented the item.
A member of the public stated that a lot of money is being spent on public-private partnerships, so money leaves the City and even State. They also stated their concerns about Robert Williams
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outsourcing, lack of supporting local business, social work response, punitive practices, and transportation.
Councilmember Gerson joined the meeting at 7:55 p.m.
MOTION: Councilmember Kaji to close the public hearing. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Gerson and passed by 6-0 with Councilmembers Sheikh absent.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number and title for Resolution No. 2025-33, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATION FOR THE FIRST FISCAL YEAR (2025-26) OF THE CITY'S 2025-2027 OPERATING BUDGET.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number and title for Resolution No. 2025-34, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATION FOR THE FIRST FISCAL YEAR (2025-26) OF THE CITY'S 2026-2030 CAPITAL BUDGET.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number and title for Resolution No. 2025-35, A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA,
ESTABLISHING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATION LIMIT AND SELECTION OF THE ANNUAL ADJUSTMENT FACTORS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-26.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve item 98 and to adopt Resolutions No. 2025-33, 2025-34, 2025-35. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Mattucci and passed by 6-0 with Councilmembers Sheikh absent.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
10A. APPROVE SHELTER OPERATIONS FACILITY USE AGREEMENT (FUA) WITH
AMERICAN NATIONAL RED CROSS (RED CROSS) AND AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER AS CITY'S SIGNATORY.
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council approve a Shelter Operations Facility Use Agreement (FUA) between the City of Torrance (City) and the American National Red Cross (Red Cross) to enhance community disaster response, coordination and emergency preparedness and authorize the City Manager to be the designated signatory.
Management Associate Nazy Chiniforoushan presented the item.
Members of the public spoke.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve item 10A. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Gerson and passed by 6-0 with Councilmembers Sheikh absent. 1 OB. APPROVE THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE PASADENA
POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE CITY OF TORRANCE (TORRANCE POLICE
DEPARTMENT) PERTAINING TO ASSISTANCE UNDER THE LAW ENFORCEMENT
MUTUAL AID PLAN (LEMA) AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND ADMINISTER AGREEMENT AND RELATED DOCUMENTS.
Recommendation of the Chief of Police and the City Manager that City Council:
1. Approve the Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the Pasadena Police Department and the City of Torrance (Torrance Police Department) pertaining to assistance under LEMA, related to the Eaton Fire disaster response; and Robert Williams
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2. Authorize the City Manager to execute and administer the agreement and all related documents.
Acting Chief of Police Bob Dunn presented the item.
Members of the public spoke.
MOTION: Councilmember Gerson moved to approve item 1 OB. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Kalani and passed by 6-0 with Councilmembers Sheikh absent. 10C. DISCUSS AND CONSIDER AMENDING THE TORRANCE MUNICIPAL CODE,
DETERMINE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) EXEMPTION, AND ADOPT ORDINANCE ADDING ARTICLE 4, "FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES" TO CHAPTER 5 OF DIVISION 8 OF THE TORRANCE MUNICIPAL CODE
DESIGNATING MODERATE, HIGH AND VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES CONSISTENT WITH STATE LAW.
Recommendation of the Fire Chief that City Council:
1. Discuss and consider amending the Torrance Municipal Code to designate Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) within Local Responsibility Areas (LRA), classifying areas as Moderate, High, or Very High fire l:lazard zones; and
2. Determine the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15378 and 15061(b)(3); and
3. Adopt an ORDINANCE amending the Torrance Municipal Code to add Article 4, "Fire Hazard Severity Zones," to Chapter 5 of Division 8; and
4. Approve an Ordinance Summary for publication.
Fire Marshal Richard Kazandjian presented the item.
Mayor Chen asked if this was the first time the City has established fire zones. Fire Marshal Kazandjian confirmed and stated it is a first time for many cities.
Members of the public spoke.
Councilmember Kalani asked how this may effect the City of Torrance resident's fire insurance assessments and Fire Marshal Richard Kazandjian responded they prepared some material that has the State of California's insurance commissioner's response to those types of questions which is the best resource available at the moment.
Deputy City Clerk Cammarota read the number and title for Ordinance No. 3949, AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE 4 OF CHAPTER 5 OF DIVISION 8 ADOPTING THE FIRE HAZARD
SEVERITY ZONES MAP TO DESIGNATE MODERATE, HIGH, AND VERY HIGH FIRE HAZARD SEVERITY ZONES IN THE CITY OF TORRANCE.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve item 10C. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Lewis and passed by 6-0 with Councilmembers Sheikh absent.
11. AGENCY AGENDAS
None Scheduled .
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12. CITY COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Members of the public spoke.
Mayor and Councilmembers spoke.
The City Council recessed to closed session at 7:53 pm.
The City Council reconvened in public session at 11 :31 p.m. No formal action was taken on any item considered in closed session.
13. CLOSED SESSION
Considered earlier, see page 1.
14. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Councilmember Gerson moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 11 :31 p.m. to Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. for closed session the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber. Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 6-0 with Councilmembers Sheikh absent.
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