Taylorsville City Newsletter | October 2024

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MAYOR'S MESSAGE

Dear Friends and Neighbors,

Our Plaza +ART program, now in its fourth year, has brought so much beauty to our city and Centennial Plaza, in particular. It has worked to bring to Taylorsville dozens of sculptures by local and area artists, and you can now view the latest set that will be on display at the plaza for the 2024-25 season.

In all, 19 sculptures make up this season’s Art Walk, which you can take free of charge anytime — day or night. The sculptures are set along the lighted pathways at Centennial Plaza so they are lovely to view in the evening hours, as well as during a sunny afternoon.

The art pieces are essentially donated by the artists for a rotating display at the plaza until they are changed out for another set at the end of the season. This year’s display is made up of a variety of stunning pieces. They include:

“Dream” by Byron Ramos, “Thundercloud” by Myles Howell, “With Gravity” by Joshua Toone, “Svelte” by Dan Toone, “Expectant Mother” by Ben Hammond, “Get Your Mind Rolling” by Deveren Farley, “Northwest Totem Pole” by Richard Prazen, “Passage” by Ted Schaal, “Enterprise” by Doug Adams, “Complicated Woman” by Jeannine Young, “The Queen” by Jason Millward, “Orientation” and “Together” by Nate Brimhall, “Baseball Daze” by Dan Hill, “Decay” by Deanna Ho man, and “Thorns, Bees and Rhinos” and “Germination III” by Nathan Johansen.

Completing this year’s gallery are permanent pieces “Guitar” by Farley and “Sophisticated Lady” by Young.

The sculptures were unveiled as part of our nal Starry Nights @the Plaza event on Sept. 27, when an Artists’ Reception also was held at the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center to honor the artists and thank them for their work.

You can read more about the artists and inspiration behind their sculptures on our website, www.taylorsvilleut.gov. Be sure to catch next month’s Newsletter, as well, which will include pictures of the new sculptures and the unveiling event.

I hope you will enjoy these beautiful new sculptures as much as I do. I would be remiss, too, if I didn’t express my sincere thanks to Taylorsville residents Dan and Janean Toone for their vision in launching the Plaza +ART program and their continuing e orts overseeing it. Plaza +ART has quickly become one the city's most robust programs.

As Plaza +ART recently posted on its Facebook page (which you can follow @PlazaPlusArt), art can calm, inspire and bring joy. It brings people together, inspires engagement and strengthens communities. I couldn’t agree more!

WHAT’S INSIDE – OCTOBER 2024

Frequently Called Numbers, Page 2

Council Corner, Page 3

TVPD News, Page 4

Heritage Remembrances, Page 7

Environment, Page 8

UTA Celebrates Construction of Midvalley Express Through Taylorsville

Construction continues on the new Midvalley Express (MVX) bus rapid transit line that will soon connect riders with local destinations through Taylorsville, Murray and West Valley. The project o cially kicked o in full force with a recent groundbreaking ceremony.

“If people want to take the bus or train, we should make that easy for them,” said Andrew Gruber, executive director of the Wasatch Front Regional Council, at the groundbreaking on Aug. 28. “And this MVX system that is getting started now is going to give people those choices.”

MVX’s eet of 10 new all-electric buses will use dedicated bus lanes and signal prioritization to run at high frequency along the 7-mile route. The bus rapid transit line is the Utah Transit Authority’s third in the system and will feature a designated bus lane on 4500/4700 South from Atherton Drive to Redwood Road. Key destinations along the route include Intermountain Medical Center in Murray and Salt Lake Community College in Taylorsville.

“It was a fun kicko , and then we jumped on a bus and rode the line from Murray to West Valley, and I got to talk about Taylorsville as we passed through our city,” Mayor Kristie Overson said of the groundbreaking event. “It was a great opportunity to actually ride the route.”

The line is on schedule to begin operations in fall 2026 with free fare for its rst ve years thanks to a federal grant.

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Utah 211 resource network 211

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988

Poison Control Center 1-800-222-1222

Animal Control Shelter ....................................................... 801-965-5800

Animal Control After House Dispatch ........................... 801-840-4000

Building Inspection

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Chamber West (Chamber of Commerce) 801-977-8755

Fire Department 801-743-7200

Gang Tip Line 385-468-9768

Garbage/Recycle/GreenWaste Pick-up ........................ 385-468-6325

(Wasatch Front Waste & Recycling)

Granite School District

Health Department

385-646-5000

385-468-4100

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Park Reservations ................................................................. 385-468-7275

Public Works (Salt Lake County) ....................................... 385-468-6101

Dominion Energy 800-323-5517

Rocky Mountain Power 888-221-7070

Salt Lake County Recycling/Land ll 801-974-6920

Taylorsville Bennion Improvement District................. 801-968-9081

Taylorsville Food Pantry ..................................................... 801-815-0003

Taylorsville Senior Center 385-468-3370

Taylorsville Code Enforcement

801-955-2013

Taylorsville Justice Court 801-963-0268

Taylorsville Library ............................................................... 801-943-4636

Taylorsville Recreation Center ......................................... 385-468-1732

Swimming Pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day) 801-967-5006

Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center 801-281-0631

UDOT Region 2 801-975-4900

Utah Transit Authority (UTA) 801-743-3882

EVENTS

OCTOBER 2024

Oct. 2 and 16 – 6:30 p.m. City Council Meeting @ City Hall.

Oct. 8 and 22 – 6:30 p.m. Planning Commission Meeting @ City Hall.

Oct. 11 – 5 to 8 p.m. & Oct. 12 – 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

2024 Taylorsville Art Show @ the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, 2525 Taylorsville Blvd. Free!

Oct. 11 – 7:30 p.m.

Taylorsville-SLCC Symphony Orchestra concert, titled "Monstrous Melodies" @ the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center. Come in costume, if you dare!

Oct. 14 – all day

Columbus Day. Indigenous Peoples’ Day. City Hall is closed in observance.

Oct. 17 – 7 p.m.

Localscapes class @ City Hall. Learn money- and water-saving tips to landscape your yard. See ad on Page 4 of this section.

Oct. 18 – 7 p.m.

Plaza +ART’s An Evening of Art @ the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center. Meet artists Tom Howard and Myles Howell. It’s a free event!

Oct. 31 – All Day

Halloween. Have a safe and happy day. Watch out for trick-or-treaters.

Find our calendar of events every month on the city’s website, where you can also submit your own events for possible publication. Go to www.taylorsvilleut.gov

COUNCIL CORNER

2700 West Now Carriers the ‘Constitution

Blvd.’ Name Through Taylorsville

We were honored this past month to give our stamp of approval, adding the name Constitution Blvd. to 2700 West, and thought you might like to read the o cial proclamation declaring it as such. The proclamation is included in its entirety here and was adopted during our City Council meeting on Sept. 18, the day after Constitution Day. (You can also read more about this important addition in the accompanying article). Now, every time I travel 2700 West, I will be thinking about this foundational document and the rights and liberties it guarantees to all of us. I am so grateful for our Constitution!

WHEREAS, the United States Constitution, adopted on September 17, 1787, stands as the supreme law of the land and has served as the foundation for our nation’s democratic principles, ensuring the rights and liberties of its citizens; and

WHEREAS, Constitution Day, observed annually on September 17th, commemorates the signing of this extraordinary document and reminds us of the enduring importance of the Constitution in our daily lives; and

WHEREAS, the Constitution of the United States is not only a historical document but a living framework that continues to guide and shape our nation, fostering the growth of the world’s most advanced democracy; and

WHEREAS, the success of our democracy relies on an educated citizenry that understands the Constitution’s principles and is actively engaged in the civic process; and

WHEREAS, citizens are encouraged to read, study, and become familiar with the United States Constitution and its precepts, recognizing its role in protecting individual rights, limiting government, ensuring justice, and promoting the common good; and

WHEREAS, the City of Taylorsville has taken the symbolic step of adding the name “Constitution Boulevard” to 2700 West, serving as a constant reminder that our community is governed by the rule of law and that we all share a responsibility to uphold and protect the freedoms enshrined in the Constitution; and

WHEREAS, the designation of 2700 West as “Constitution Boulevard” serves as a tribute and a reminder to the ideals of freedom, liberty, justice, and democracy, and as an inspiration for current and future generations to remain vigilant in the defense of these principles; and

NOW, THEREFORE, we, Kristie S. Overson, Mayor of the City of Taylorsville, together with the Taylorsville City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Taylorsville, do hereby proclaim September 17th, from this day forward, as CONSTITUTION DAY in the City of Taylorsville, and we encourage all citizens to read and re ect on the

United States Constitution, deepen their understanding, and actively engage in our democratic process. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City of Taylorsville formally adds the name “Constitution Boulevard” to 2700 West, honoring the enduring signi cance of the United States Constitution and symbolizing our commitment to the rule of law and democratic governance.

New Constitution Blvd. Signs Installed along 2700 West

In recognition of the U.S. Constitution and Constitution Day, new street signs are now up at intersections along 2700 West that add the name “Constitution Blvd.” to the thoroughfare.

The signs were unveiled at the City Council’s Sept. 18 meeting, the day after Constitution Day, and were installed along 2700 west on Sept. 20. The City Council and Mayor Kristie Overson also adopted a formal proclamation, which describes the importance of the additional name and can be read in this month’s Council Corner article above.

“It’s my great pleasure to announce we are adding the name ‘Constitution Blvd.’ to 2700 West,” Mayor Overson said at the council meeting this past month. “With this e ort, Constitution Blvd. by name will now extend from West Valley City through Taylorsville, giving continuity to the entire stretch of the road.”

Constitution booklets, provided by Congressman Burgess Owens’ o ce, and mini American ag from the Taylorsville Exchange Club were passed out to those attending the meeting. Council Member Anna Barbieri also led the group in reciting the rst paragraph of the Constitution.

“The addition of ‘Constitution Blvd.’ to this important road will draw additional focus to prominent areas of our city located near 2700 West including Taylorsville City Hall, the Mid-Valley Performing Arts Center, the Taylorsville Utah Temple and, of course, Valley Regional Park where our annual Taylorsville Dayzz takes place every summer,” Mayor Overson said.

“It is di cult to put into words how grateful I am for the enduring relevance of the U.S. Constitution in shaping our nation’s values and principles,” she said. “Constitution Day, marking the signing of the Constitution on Sept. 17, 1787, is such an important day, and now we have even more reason to celebrate in Taylorsville.”

LEFT TO RIGHT:
Bob Knudsen, (District 5), Curt Cochran, Chair (District 2), Anna Barbieri, (District 3), Meredith Harker, Vice Chair (District 4) and Ernest Burgess (District 1)

Let’s Enhance Pedestrian Safety and Improve Crosswalk Accessibility

Check this space each month for news about the Taylorsville Police Department (TVPD) and their valuable service to our community.

To ensure pedestrian safety and improve accessibility at crosswalks, please review the parking regulations adopted by state and city leaders. These regulations address common parking violations and aim to enhance safety for both pedestrians and drivers. Also, check out some of our safety reminders below for drivers.

Key regulations for no parking —Vehicles must not be stopped or parked in these areas:

• On crosswalks to keep them clear for pedestrians

• On the roadway side of another parked vehicle

• Within intersections or on sidewalks

• Within 20 feet of a crosswalk and 30 feet from ashing signals, stop signs or tra c-control signals

• In front of driveways or re hydrants

• Within 75 feet of a re station entrance

• In a way that obstructs tra c. Motorists cannot leave less than 10 feet of roadway width available for tra c flow. This helps prevent congestion and ensures smooth tra c movement.

Why these laws matter —These regulations are essential for maintaining pedestrian safety and ensuring that crosswalks remain accessible. By keeping these areas clear, we reduce the risk of accidents and make it easier for everyone, including young children and those with mobility challenges, to navigate our streets safely.

We encourage all drivers to approach their driving with heightened awareness and caution. Always be vigilant when navigating areas with high pedestrian tra c, such as school zones, residential neighborhoods and busy crosswalks. Keep these points in mind:

Reduce speed — Slower speeds give you more time to react to unexpected situations and provide greater stopping distance in emergencies.

Avoid distractions — Stay focused on the road by minimizing the use of mobile devices and other distractions, including cognitive distractions, while driving.

Yield to pedestrians — Always yield the right of way to pedestrians at crosswalks and be prepared to stop for those who are crossing or waiting to cross. Be especially cautious and check the crosswalk when turning left or right.

Check blind spots — Be mindful of blind spots when pulling out of driveways or making turns, as pedestrians may be in your path.

Be extra cautious during peak times — Pay special attention during school dropo and pickup times, and on this month’s Halloween night when children are more likely to be on the streets.

Practice courtesy — Be patient and courteous to other road users, including pedestrians and cyclists. Your actions can signi cantly impact the safety and comfort of those around you.

Also, for pedestrians: While you may legally have the right of way, best practice is to ensure you can cross and utilize the roadways safely and legally.

By adhering to these guidelines, all of us sharing the road can contribute to a safer, more pedestrian-friendly environment. Your cooperation helps prevent accidents and ensures that everyone, regardless of age or ability, can move around our community with con dence and ease.

For more information on parking regulations and safety tips, please see the city’s code and ordinances at taylorsvilleut.gov, or visit highwaysafety.utah.gov. Thank you for doing your part in keeping our streets safe!

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Congratulations to O cer Clu , TVPD’s latest Employee of the Month. O cer Clu has served in law enforcement for nearly nine years, including with the Utah Department of Corrections, West Valley City Police Department and Taylorsville Police Department. He is currently assigned to TVPD’s patrol division and is a member of our Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team.

Additionally, Officer Cluff is a certified police training instructor and has served as an officer within the Public Order Unit, as well as on the Utah Department of Corrections SWAT and Transportation teams. O cer Clu was nominated as Employee of the Month by O cer Landol and selected by Chief Cottam for his outstanding service and dedication while assisting a recently unsheltered elderly

Officer Cluff acted with compassion and professionalism, ensuring she received the necessary care. He went above and beyond by offering valuable resources and support, exemplifying the department’s core values. O cer Clu used discretion and was able to see beyond the surface level of the circumstances he was initially called to address, which enabled him to resolve the bigger issue. His actions demonstrate a deep sense of humanity and commitment to

In his free time, O cer Clu enjoys y shing, mountain biking and camping. Thank you, O cer Clu , for your dedicated service and for being a

TVPD Finishes 2nd among 14 Agencies at K-9 Trials

TVPD’s K-9 Unit participated in the Bradley W. Taylor Memorial K-9 Trials this past month and came away with several awards.

Hosted by the Sandy City Police Department, the trial took place over three days on Sept. 6 to 8. Overall, TVPD placed second as Top Agency and took high honors in several individual categories.

O cer Moore and K-9 Turbo took rst in Patrol Area Search, Patrol Area Tracking and Decoy's Choice. They also placed third in Tac Obedience and fourth in Patrol Building Search.

O cer Ho man and K-9 Ghost placed second in both the Tu Dog and Tac Obedience categories. They also took fth place in both Criminal Apprehension and Area Search.

Congratulations, as well, to O cer Wake eld and K-9 Koda who rounded out the team for the award-winning overall nish. TVPD's K-9 Unit competed against 14 other teams.

Fall Festival Served

Up a Bounty of Autumn

Fun

From a pumpkin patch to a quilt show, the Taylorsville Historic Preservation Committee put on another fabulous Fall Festival this past month. It was the second year in a row that volunteers organized the festival following last year’s success.

This year, the Taylorsville Parks and Recreation Committee also assisted in the planning, and there was plenty of fun for all, including the pumpkin patch and pumpkin painting, quilt show and quilt giveaway, pie-eating contests, music, line dancing, children’s games and other activities. Plus, those attending were given a free Taylorsville history book to take home.

The festival was held Sept. 21, and featured entertainment from the Days of ’47 Royalty, as well as Crossfire Band, which also has performed at Starry Nights @the Plaza events. The Fall Festival took place at the Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center, 1488 W. 4800 South, which you can visit during museum hours: Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Wednesday, 6 to 8 p.m., or Saturday, 2 to 6 p.m.

Taylorsville Bennion Heritage REMEMBRANCES

Early Settler Jacob Butter eld Joined Battalion in mid-1800s

This month’s article highlights Jacob Kemp Butter eld, who died in Taylorsville in 1889.

Jacob K. Butter eld was born in Maine and arrived in Utah on May 12, 1848. His history was written as a rst-person narrative by relative May Butter eld and submitted Nov. 17, 1967.

It follows:

“I, Jacob Kemp Butter eld, son of Abel and Persis Kemp Butter eld, was born in the Township of Farmington, County of Kennebee, Maine, on the 17th of February, 1813. In the year of 1846, the recruiting o cers with John Allen were sent by the United States Government to raise 500 men out of the Mormon camps.

“The Battalion formed part of the forces commanded by Gen. Leavenworth to Santa Fe and arrived in Southern California on Jan. 1, 1847. I volunteered my services as one to go. Our captain was Je erson Hunt. I was assigned to be in Company A.

“I died Nov. 18, 1889, in Taylorsville, Utah. I worked very hard all of my life, and remained true to my church and family. I remained a noble patriarch to numerous posterity.”

You can learn more about Butter eld, his family and the histories of many other Taylorsville residents at the Taylorsville-Bennion Heritage Center, 1488 W. 4800 South. Drop on by!

Don’t Miss These Library Events

The Taylorsville Library has planned several programs during the month of October. You’ll want to mark your calendar for these events:

TEEN ROBOTS 101 AFTER HOURS — Friday, Oct. 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Come learn about and do all things robots. Building, Programming and Competitions with an award winning FIRST FTC Team, the Cubed ETs.

VIRTUAL LECTURE | H.H. Holmes: A Neurocriminological and Forensic Psychological Examination — Monday, Oct. 7, 7 p.m. Register at: thecountylibrary.org/LectureSeries. Herman Webster Mudgett, aka Henry Howard Holmes (H.H. Holmes) is known as one of America's rst noted serial killers.

SENIOR HEALTH CLASS: Why Sleep Matters and How to Get More — Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2 p.m. Sleep plays an important role in your overall health and wellness; however, it is often undervalued and underappreciated. Learn ways you can improve your sleep and in turn improve your life. Presented by Salt Lake County Adult & Aging Services.

SELF-IMPROVEMENT BOOK CLUB — Saturday, Oct. 12, 11 a.m. Meet other readers interested in self-improvement and self-discovery in this monthly book club. The October book pick is “Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear” by Elizabeth Gilbert.

TABLETOP GAME DAY — Saturday, Oct. 12, 1 to 4 p.m. Join in an afternoon of tabletop games! Play your favorites or explore new games provided by High Gear Hobby.

HOMESCHOOL "WHO WAS" BOOK CLUB — Monday, Oct. 14,

1 p.m. Learn about people and places with books from the “Who Was” series. The group will talk about the book, learn cool facts and do other fun activities. October: “Who Was Leif Erikson?”

INSURANCE CHANGES FOR SENIORS — Monday, Oct. 21, 10:30 a.m. Learn about changes for the coming year on your current senior insurance plans.

KEVIN HURST PRESENTS: A Magical Halloween Night — Monday, Oct. 14, 7 p.m. Enjoy a family friendly night of original Halloween songs performed by Kevin Hurst and his spooky ensemble. Sing along and become stars of this fun, entertaining and highly interactive program!

VIRTUAL LECTURE | The Films of Alfred Hitchcock — Tuesday, Oct. 22, 7 p.m. Register at: thecountylibrary.org/LectureSeries. Explore Alfred Hitchcock's legacy as the master of suspense through lm clips, and learn about his extraordinary creativity and extensive in uence on lmmaking history.

DISCOVERY FRIDAY | Rocks and Gems — Friday, Oct. 25, 4 p.m. Explore rocks and gems with fun and interactive activities.

TAYLORSVILLE SENIOR CENTER

4743 S. Plymouth View Drive

October Activities

BISCUITS AND GRAVY AT THE SENIOR CENTER –Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 9 a.m. $2 for one or $2.50 for two.

DRUMS ALIVE CLASS –Wednesdays at 2 p.m.

BINGO DAYS –Mondays at 1 p.m., Wednesdays at 1 p.m. and Fridays at 10 a.m.

ANNUAL COLLECTION DAY

OCTOBER

UPDATES

Seasonal Container Reservation Program Stats

The 2024 Seasonal Container Reservation Program (SCRP) season marks the fth year of this program. With this model, WFWRD services between 9% and 11% of the homes in its cities and towns. WFWRD is also able to allow more than one day to reserve than the old model with one day per neighborhood.

WFWRD started mid-April in Millcreek City and moved clockwise through the district, serving Taylorsville City from Sept. 19 to 27.

The SCRP program allows more days for residents to chose from compared to the original services.

WFWRD has received many good ideas on ways to improve scheduling, and plans to implement the following: list the number of available containers each day on the website so residents know the availability and work with residents who need the container in the street rather than the driveway.

WFWRD’s board is considering limiting repeat reservations to expand the services to more residents each year.

Recycling and Waste Tips for Halloween

With Halloween approaching, it’s a good time to review waste and recycling tips. Decorations like spiderwebs, string lights and plastic pumpkins aren’t recyclable, so save them for next year or donate them to a thrift store.

Foil, plastic candy wrappers and plastic candy pouches should go in your black trash can, not the recycling bin. For trick-or-treating, consider using an old pillowcase or reusable grocery bag as an eco-friendly alternative to single-use bags. These steps help make your Halloween fun and environmentally friendly.

Garden to Compost: A ordable Green Waste

As the first frost arrives and gardeners start clearing their plots, proper management of yard waste becomes crucial. Green waste, such as garden debris and fallen leaves, is not accepted in your blue recycling bin.

If your black garbage container is full or you're seeking a more sustainable option, consider WFWRD’s green waste containers. Green waste is collected from mid-March to mid-December each year. At $31.50 per quarter, its green waste subscription is more a ordable than a second garbage can at $58.50 per quarter and provides an eco-friendly solution for managing your green waste.

Once collected, the green waste is sent to the Salt Lake County land ll for composting. The resulting high-quality compost is then available for public purchase, supporting eco-friendly disposal and bene ting the community.

For more information and to sign up for the green waste subscription, visit wasatchfrontwaste.org and look for the “Additional Subscription Services” tab.

Fall Leaf Pickup

As the temperatures cool down and we head into fall, WFWRD will begin its seasonal fall leaf pickup service. Starting Oct. 16, residents can pick up leaf bags at designated locations, listed at wasatchfrontwaste.org. WFWRD does not collect leaf bags from your curb.

• Full leaf bags can be taken to area parks and placed in the district’s trailers.

• Other yard or waste bags can be used for your leaves. Please do not dump garbage, yard waste or other items at the leaf bag collection sites.

• Reminder: Leaves are not accepted in blue recycling cans.

• You are welcome to take leaf bags from any site for your own compost.

Dropbox, Computer or Phone: Paying Your Bill is Easy

It’s never been simpler to pay your water and sewer bill to Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District. Here are some ways.

Online — Utilize TBID’s online bill payment option that saves you time and money. If you have an internet connection and an email address, you can pay your bill online. To make a payment or sign up, go to www.tbid.gov and select Pay Bill Online and Sign Up.

Dropbox — Place your non-cash payment in the conveniently located parking lot drop box. Drop o payments at 1800 W. 4700 South, just follow the sign.

By mail — Mail check or money order to TaylorsvilleBennion Improvement District, P.O. Box 18579, 1800 W. 4700 South, Taylorsville, UT 84118-8579. A return envelope is provided with your bill. Just add the stamp, include your payment and drop it in the mail.

By phone — Call 801-968-9081 with your credit or debit card or bank information to speak with a customer service representative.

In person — Visit TBID at 1800 W. 4700 South from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday to make your payment.

If you have any questions, please contact Taylorsville-Bennion Improvement District by calling 801-968-9081 or visiting www.tbid.org. Follow TBID on Facebook and Twitter.

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