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Heidi Maier couldn’t resist sending along this picture of a lemonade stand run by many wonderful and generous neighbors stopped to support them. “It was a real neighborhood children on Wednesday, July 22. The kids had a lot of traffic and so happy day during these crazy times!” said Maier.

Library awarded Google-sponsored grant to help job seekers

The Addison Public Library was recently awarded a grant to participate in the Libraries Lead with Digital Skills program, an initiative of the American Library Association

(ALA) and the Public Library Association (PLA) that is sponsored by Google’s ‘Grow with Google’ initiative. The goal of the Libraries Lead with Digital Skills program is to

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ensure that libraries across the U.S. have ongoing access to tools and resources to help workers grow their skills and participate in the workforce. As part of its participation in the program, the library will be offering a series of programs for job seekers called Getting Addison Back to Work in September, starting with a virtual kick-off event on Thursday, August 13 from 10-11 a.m.

“The grant gives us access to a lot of Google programming, as well as the extra funds to pay presenters to offer additional programs for job seekers,” said Business Services Specialist Lesley Cyrier, who applied for the grant. “We know a lot of our community partners that work with job seekers have been strapped

due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and we know a lot of jobs have moved to a digital space, so we knew the [Libraries Lead with Digital Grant] would be a perfect fit for the Addison community.”

About ‘Getting Addison Back to Work’ The Getting Addison Back to Work series will offer one Google-focused program each week of September, where attendees will learn how to use Google tools to support their job search, as well as library-sponsored programs on other job search topics.

The full event descriptions and links to register can be found at addisonlibrary.org/addison-works. All programs will meet via Zoom. Courses

and schedule include: • Resume Revamp - Tuesday, Sept. 1 from 10 a.m.-12 noon • Power Your Job Search with Google Tools - Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 10-11 a.m.

• Discover and Prepare for Flexible Careers with Google Tools Monday, Sept. 14 from 10-11 a.m.

• Personal Career Consultations - Tuesday, Sept. 15 from 10-11 a.m.

• Collaborate, Meet, and Work Remotely - Thursday., Sept. 24 from 10-11 a.m.

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GOP lawmakers’ call for ComEd hearings rebuffed Key Democrat agrees only to legislation to prevent future corruption CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS

The chairwoman of the Illinois House Energy and Environment Committee said last week she will not hold hearings to examine what impact Commonwealth Edison’s lobbying and bribery practices have had on utility ratepayers, rebuffing a request from two Republican lawmakers.

Instead, Rep. Ann Williams, D-Chicago, said in a statement that she plans to introduce “tough new amendments” to the proposed Clean Energy Jobs Act next year “to ensure that we hold utilities accountable and take the politics out of setting fair energy rates.”

“A legislative committee is not the appropriate place to investigate a criminal matter currently under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Attorney’s office,” Williams said last week. “As was the precedent

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According to a release from DuPage County, voters may now apply for Vote by Mail ballots for the Nov. 3, 2020 General Election. In compliance with new state election law in response to COVID-19, the DuPage County Clerk Election Division has increased the ballot application period by nearly seven weeks.

Registered voters are encouraged to securely apply online for Vote by Mail ballots at dupageco.org/Election/VoteByMail/ All registered voters in DuPage County who do not apply for a ballot over the website will be mailed a Vote by Mail application by Saturday, Aug. 1.

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during prior corruption cases, the House Energy and Environment (committee) will not hold hearings that could impede and interfere with an ongoing federal investigation.”

That statement came in response to a letter July 20 from Republican Reps. David Welter, of Morris, and Keith Wheeler, of Oswego, to Williams and Rep. Larry Walsh, D-Joliet, chair of the House Public Utilities Committee. That letter requested the two committees hold joint investigative hearings.

Welter is the Republican spokesman on the Energy and Environment Committee. Wheeler is the Republican spokesman on the Public Utilities Committee.

Their letter was in reaction to ComEd’s public admission on Friday, July 17, that between 2011 and 2019, it awarded lobbying jobs and subcontracts to associates of House Speaker Michael Madigan as part of an effort to gain Madigan’s support for legislation beneficial to the utility.

That admission was made in a federal court in what is called a “deferred prosecution agreement,” in which the U.S. Attorney’s office agreed not to pursue prosecution of bribery charges against the company in exchange for ComEd paying a $200 million fine and agreeing to cooperate with the ongoing investigation.

Madigan has not been charged and has denied any wrongdoing.

But Welter and Wheeler argued that there is more at stake in the scandal than criminal matters.

“While the U.S. Attorney’s office investigated criminal activity during the time period in question related to ComEd’s activities to influence and reward ‘Public Official A’ in order to receive passage of

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We can no longer allow corporate profits to come before efforts to create affordable and clean energy sources.”

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legislation favorable to the utility, the issue of what impact ComEd’s activities had on ratepayers and state policy needs to be investigated,” they stated in their letter.

According to people familiar with the investigation, federal prosecutors have focused on at least two pieces of legislation. One of those is the Energy Infrastructure Modernization Act of 2011, also known as the “Smart Grid” bill, which allowed public utilities to recover the cost of infrastructure improvements through a formula, without review by the Illinois Commerce Commission.

It passed both chambers of the General Assembly over the veto of then-Gov. Pat Quinn, a Democrat.

Also of interest is a massive energy bill passed in 2016 known as the Future Energy Jobs Act in which the state agreed to bail out two nuclear power plants owned by ComEd’s parent company Excelon by paying the company $235 million a year for 10 years to keep the plants open, with the money coming from a surcharge on customers’ electric bills.

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been debating what is called the Clean Energy Jobs Act—Senate Bill 2132 and House Bill 3624— which is aimed at moving Illinois to 100 percent renewable energy for electricity production by 2050.

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Man gets seven years for crash that killed 17-year-old Downers Grove North student Berlin disagrees with judge’s lenient sentence; plans to propose legislation

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On Wednesday, July 22, DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced that, following a lengthy sentencing hearing, a Naperville man had been sentenced to seven years in the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) for striking 17-year-old Elizabeth Dunlap with his car and killing her in February, 2019.

On Jan. 9, 2020, Joseph Kucharski, 52, with a last known address in Naperville, entered a blind plea of guilty (which means there was no agreement on sentencing with the State) to one count of Aggravated DUI-Alcohol/ Drugs Causing Death, a Class 2 Felony, and one count of Reckless Homicide, a Class 3 Felony, in front of Judge Alex McGimpsey, who handed down the sentence. Under current Illinois law, the maximum penalty for Aggravated DUI-Alcohol/Drugs Causing Death is 14 years in the IDOC, which the State had requested.

About the incident On Feb. 19, 2019, at approximately 10:55 a.m., the Downers Grove Police Department responded to a report of a person, later identified as Downers Grove North student Elizabeth Dunlap, struck by a vehicle in the intersection of Main and Grant Streets, just steps away from the main entrance to Downers Grove North High School.

An investigation into the incident revealed that Dunlap was on her way to school crossing Main St. within the marked crosswalk, in conjunction with the “Walk” signal, when she was struck by a vehicle traveling northbound in the southbound lanes on Main Street.

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(Continued from front page) Addison Back to Work programs will be awarded a completion certificate. Recordings of the programs will be available to watch later; attendees do not have to attend the program live to receive the completion certificate.

Cyrier hopes the certificates will be an added bonus for job seekers, and says the Getting Addison Back to Work series is designed to apply to as many people as possible.

“The resume class could be about making your first resume or even refining it for a position at an executive level,” Cyrier said. “The program on flexible careers will be helpful for a lot of people, but especially so for military families. And the program on collaborating is all about having the skills to work in a virtual environment and be productive.

“The range [of the series] is pretty generous, so I think it would go well for people at all levels in the workforce.”

The library is located at 4 Friendship Plaza. For more information about Getting Addison Back to Work, visit addisonlibrary.org/addison-works.

that the vehicle, driven by Kucharski, entered the intersection at Grant Street against a red light. At the time of the crash, Kucharski had a blood alcohol content of 0.031 and exhibited signs of impairment when interviewed by police. Further investigation revealed that Kucharski had alcohol, Xanax® and cocaine in his system. Authorities also found two crack pipes, crack cocaine and other drugs as well as vodka and beer at a hotel room in which Kucharski was staying. In his car authorities found Xanax, Benadryl and suboxone.

Elizabeth Dunlap suffered life-threatening injuries and was pronounced dead from her injuries on Friday, Feb. 22.

That same day, Judge Robert Miller issued a $5 million arrest warrant for Kucharski. Four days later, on Feb. 26, Kucharski appeared in Bond Court

where bond was set in the amount of $750,000 with 10% to apply. On May 15, 2019, Kucharski posted the necessary $75,000, or 10%, of his bond and was released from custody.

Berlin respects judge but hoped for tougher sentence “On Feb. 19, 2019, Joseph Kucharski’s incredibly reckless actions killed 17-year-old Beth Dunlap,” Berlin said.

“This senseless loss of such a young, promising life also deeply wounded the entire community, hitting the students and staff at Downers Grove North High School, where Beth was a standout member of the student body, particularly hard. I cannot even begin to imagine the pain and suffering Beth’s family and friends have endured since her passing – a pain they will undoubtedly carry with them for

the rest of their lives. It is my sincerest hope that those who loved Beth will someday be able to remember her not only with a heavy heart and a tear in their eye but with a smile on their face.

“While I respect the judge’s decision, this case warranted the maximum punishment of 14 years. This tragic case also exposed what I believe to be inadequate sentencing parameters available to the Court that do not equate the loss with the punishment.

Just as those working in construction zones rightfully enjoy enhanced penalties the law provides, I believe our children deserve similar, if not stronger, protections and that is why I will be introducing legislation in Beth’s honor that will further protect our children when going to and leaving school.

Kucharski will be required to serve 85% of his sentence before being eligible for parole.

Wheaton man accused of defacing property with homophobic slurs On Thursday, July 23, DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Wheaton Chief of Police Bill Murphy announced that a Wheaton man had been charged with defacing government-owned property and a Wheaton church with homophobic slurs.

Joe Fustar, 60, of 129 N. Hale, Wheaton, appeared in Bond Court, where Judge Maureen Dunsing released him on a $10,000 personal recognizance bond. Fustar has been charged with two counts of Criminal Damage to Government Supported Property and one count of Criminal Damage to Property – School or Place of Worship. All charges are Class 4 Felonies.

It is alleged that at approximately 9 a.m., on July 20, 2020, Fustar wrote a homophobic slur with a permanent marker on the door of the Gary United Methodist Church as well as on a stone bench located outside the church.

It is alleged that the same morning,

College news Resident graduates from SMSU Addison resident Eric Mueller is among the spring 2020 graduates at Southeast Missouri State University located in Cape Girardeau, Mo. Mueller graduated with a Master of Arts with a major in higher education administration.

Lantz earns degree from Miami of Ohio Morgan Lantz of Addison was among more than 3,800 students from Miami University who received degrees during the virtual spring commencement experience May 1617, 2020.

Lantz graduated with a Master of Arts degree, majoring in Biology.

Fustar wrote the same homophobic slur with a permanent marker on the interior of the elevator doors at the City of Wheaton parking garage on Wesley Street. It is further alleged that at approximately 7 p.m. the same day, Fustar again wrote the same homophobic slur with a permanent marker on more than ten park benches at Adams Park on Wesley Street. An investigation into the graffiti conducted by the Wheaton Police Department led to Fustar.

“Defacing government owned prop-

erty as well as a church with crude, divisive language, as alleged in this case, will not be tolerated not only by my office but by the residents of Wheaton,” Berlin said.

Fustar’s next court appearance is scheduled for Aug. 17, 2020 for arraignment in front of Judge Ann Celine O. Walsh.

Members of the public are reminded that this complaint contains only charges and is not proof of the defendant’s guilt.

SAF, ISRA file federal lawsuit demanding state police stop FOID card delay On Tuesday, July 21, the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) and Illinois State Rifle Association (ISRA) filed a lawsuit in federal court seeking to force the Illinois State Police (ISP) to comply with the mandated 30-day requirement to issue a Firearm Owner’s Identification (FOID) Card if the applicant meets all qualifications.

Named as defendants are ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly and ISP Firearms Services Bureau Chief Jessica Trame, in their official capacities.

“The law requires that the Illinois State Police either approve or deny a FOID card application within 30 days,” said SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb.

“But ISP has been dragging its feet, leaving applicants in limbo for months.

Sometimes the agency doesn’t act for as long as 60 or even 90 days. You can bet that if a private citizen had to comply with a legal requirement within 30 days, he or she would be in big trouble for not meeting that deadline.

COVID-19 updates for DuPage County As of 11 a.m. on Sunday, July 26, there were 10,888 total cases among DuPage County residents, including 495 deaths. Since Saturday, there were 109 new cases and one death of a male in his 50s with COVID-19 reported.

Number of cases by town At press time, the DuPage Department of Health reported the following number of COVID-19 cases in our readership communities as follows: Addison 892, Bensenville 590, Elmhurst 496, Lombard 513, Oakbrook Terrace 33, Villa Park 303, Wood Dale 254.

And now for the good news Since March 24, 436 patients have been discharged from Elmhurst Hospital following treatment for confirmed cases of COVID-19.

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Teachers’ union urges most schools to not reopen for in-person learning IFT says most schools, colleges and universities still are not ready

By Peter Hancock CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS

One of the state’s largest teachers’ unions said July 20 that most schools in Illinois are not yet ready to reopen for in-person teaching in the fall and it urged schools to continue operating remotely until the safety of students, teachers and staff can be assured.

“At this point, our recommendation is schools should return to online or remote learning after the beginning of the school year,” Dan Montgomery, president of the Illinois Federation of Teachers, said during a video news conference. “That is the safest and best option. It’s safest for the students and their families. And

it’s also the most practical.”

K-12 schools in Illinois, along with colleges and universities, were ordered closed for in-person classes on March 15, just days before Gov. JB Pritzker issued a statewide stay-at-home order in response to the emerging COVID-19 pandemic.

They remained closed through the remainder of the school year and were allowed to reopen for summer school on only a limited basis in early June when the state entered Phase 3 of the reopening plan.

On June 23, as the state was entering Phase 4 of the reopening plan, the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Illinois State Board of Education released guidelines for the resumption of in-person classes for the upcoming 2020-2021 academic year.

“In-person instruction is strongly encouraged in Phase 4,” the guidelines state. “[H]owever, it is critical to note that this does not signify a return to pre-pandemic operations.

Appropriate social distancing, face coverings, enhanced sanitation measures, and other accommodations will be necessary to ensure the safety of students, staff, and their families.”

Those guidelines require, among other things, use of appropriate personal protective equipment, or PPE, including face coverings; prohibiting more than 50 people from gathering in one space; observing social distancing as much as possible; monitoring all individuals for symptoms of COVID-19; and an increase in schoolwide cleaning and disinfection.

But IFT issued a statement July 20 suggesting those guidelines do not go far enough. In addition to the measures IDPH and ISBE recommended, IFT called for districts to negotiate their reopening plans with their local teachers’ unions, allowing a blended model of in-person and online learning that would limit class sizes to no more than 15 students at a time, giv-

ing teachers authority to decide what the best model is for their students, and requiring a two-week quarantine for any student or staff member who tests positive for COVID-19.

Montgomery said there might be some schools in the state that are able to meet those standards. “But most districts right now are not able, we believe to hit the marks, the benchmarks in terms of social distancing, in terms of all the PPE and cleaning,” he said.

IFT has more than 103,000 members who teach in public, private and charter schools, as well as 21 community colleges, nine public universities and one private university.

Its announcement July 20 came nearly a week after the 135,000-member Illinois Education Association, the state’s largest teachers’ union, issued a similar statement that called for ensuring that all schools have adequate cleaning supplies, PPE, face masks and social distancing proto-

cols.

“No one wants to return to school more than those who have chosen education as their profession, but it is also professional educators who understand better than anyone the impact a contagious disease can have on a school population,” the statement read.

Asked about the reopening plan at an unrelated event July 20 in Peoria, Pritzker said he expects every educational institution in the state to approach the task differently.

“In some cases, schools are going to choose no in-person school. In some cases, it’ll be mostly in-person school,” he said. “But what we’ve said is, make sure you’ve got at least the hybrid available. And for kids, and there are plenty of them, who are immunosuppressed, or kids who are in families where there’s somebody at home who is immunosuppressed, they may stay home. That may be what they need to do.”

EEHealth offers: How to guard against pandemic PTSD

This pandemic has been traumatic for many. It has created uncertainty about the future, fears about getting sick, financial concerns and many other stressors. Some are grieving the loss of a loved one from COVID-19.

Being isolated from each other only makes the situation worse.

Mental health experts expect that for some people, the COVID-19 pandemic will cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Some distress is normal, such as trouble sleeping or nightmares. People may feel numb, detached, angry, edgy or constantly on guard. Usually

these symptoms pass over time.

When symptoms don’t go away, get worse or begin to disrupt someone’s life, it could be PTSD. If someone struggles with a mental health condition like anxiety or depression, or if someone has experienced a past trauma, they may be more likely to develop PTSD. They may also be more likely to develop PTSD if they: • Lost a loved one to COVID-19; • Were infected with COVID-19, especially if they were seriously ill; • Are a frontline healthcare worker or first responder;

• Lost their job or have financial concerns.

PTSD won’t be the only mental health consequence of the pandemic, experts predict. Other mental health issues will likely emerge, such as increases in depression, anxiety, addiction and even suicide.

Managing stress now, and getting help for PTSD if needed, can protect mental well-being in the long-term.

Here are seven healthy ways to cope during the pandemic: 1. Focus on what can be controlled, not what can’t.

2. Practice self-care. Create a daily

routine, eat healthy, get good sleep and manage stress.

3. Engage in healthy distractions, such as meditation, yoga, mindfulness, watching a favorite show, taking walks, listening to music, etc. Avoid using alcohol, tobacco or drugs.

4. Unplug from the news, especially before bed. Focus on positive stories of recovery.

5. Know that this too shall pass and the pandemic will eventually end.

6. Stay connected. Being isolated for a long time can trigger symptoms. Research shows that support

from family and friends is an important part of recovery from PTSD. 7. Reach out for help. If normal coping skills aren’t working, people may need additional support from a professional therapist.

For updates on COVID-19, check EEHealth.org/coronavirus.

Illinois eviction rule change to benefit tenants, landlords

By Rebecca Anzel CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS

Slices of life

Are there walleye in heaven?

As weird as it may sound, this is a question I’ve pondered lately.

I’m willing to take a bet that very few reading this have thought about walleye (as in the fish) being in heaven. But you aren’t the daughter of my dad.

For those not familiar with walleye, they are a revered fish akin to the lobster of Minnesota (as well as other states). When you visit a Maine restaurant you order lobster; when you visit Minnesota you order walleye.

My dad knows all about walleye – and catching them. He mastered the art. He grew up on a Minnesota lake that had plenty of walleye and he learned right then and there how to bring them into the boat and bring them home for dinner. He traveled throughout the state to various lakes and rivers, catching walleye wherever he went. You could say it was his life’s passion (or one of them at least) and you’d be right.

He’s known for his walleye prowess; for years his moniker has been Walleye Joe. He has a hat proclaiming this nickname and a sweatshirt that simply says, “Shut up

His days have slowed.

He no longer fishes for walleye, but he’s more than happy to talk By about them. Some days his memory JILL isn’t the best, but he remembers his PERTLER Contributor lifelong relationship with the elusive fish. When I visit, it is one of the few topics I can count on to get his attention. Even though I know little and fish.” to nothing about the art of fishing For most of my adult life, I never I know enough terminology to get had to purchase walleye because my him talking. dad caught enough for both of us.

At the mere mention of walleye, He fished so often – and caught his he perks up. I have caught his limit – that he was able to share with attention. I ask a simple question. me. (It helped my cause that my Are leaches good bait for walleye mom didn’t partake of the delicacy.) catching?

It truly was a treat, I knew, but “Only in the spring,” he says.

I probably didn’t sufficiently “Leaches are best in the spring.” appreciate my fully stocked freezer And so we go. I ask about or the delicious taste of the sweet, minnows and night crawlers and flaky white fish. anything else fish-related I can think He doesn’t fish anymore. Health of, talking with the man who raised and other aging issues have made it me and who still wears his Walleye a part of his past. He always used to Joe hat and “Shut up and Fish” tell me, “It’s hell getting old,” and sweatshirt. he was right.

He answers with the knowledge And then he’d follow that up with, of a lifetime of fishing. Which bait “But it sure beats the alternative,” works best when. How fishing in and he was right. a lake is different than in the river.

At 89 he’s living the alternative.

The fact that walleye were more

plentiful when he was a boy so they were easier to catch. I can see, as he talks, he is reliving good memories.

I never caught the fishing bug – unless you count goldfish. I guess I don’t have the patience or the attention to detail it takes to catch the elusive walleye. But I still enjoy eating them – lightly coated, pan fried with a pat or two of butter for that extra touch. And although these days I purchase them at the grocery store, one thing remains true: walleye and memories of my dad are inseparable – always have been, always will be.

And that, my friends, is golden.

My story doesn’t end there. Back to my original question: are there walleye in heaven? There better be. For my dad heaven wouldn’t be heaven without walleye. And when he arrives there (hopefully many years from now) he’ll need his fishing pole and a container of leaches, but only if it’s springtime.

Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. Don’t miss a slice; follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

The Illinois Supreme Court has announced that it approved a change to rules governing eviction proceedings that will simplify the process for both landlords and tenants.

The rule change mandates that property owners must file all related documents simultaneously when they file a complaint. That includes pertinent portions of a lease, a copy of the eviction issued by a landlord and proof the tenant received that document.

Property owners must now also prove their right to remove residents from the beginning of the proceeding, giving tenants the exact reason for an eviction, according to the rule.

“This new rule will help self-represented parties on both sides of eviction cases and also the judges hearing these cases by requiring key information at the outset,” Chief Justice Anne Burke said in a statement.

The Supreme Court also approved a standardized form for property owners to use in place of a notice, which explains the basis for an eviction.

According to a news release from the court, the rules are also meant to streamline such proceedings.

Tenants defending themselves will be better prepared for a court hearing and attorneys can more easily evaluate cases, the Supreme Court said.

A state grant program will begin in August to help those behind on rent payments.

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Police Reports Area police departments recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims.

Juveniles age 17 or younger are not named.

Addison July 20 Timothy R. Cusack, 30, of Alsip, was charged with battery near Kings Point and Cambridge at around 1:21 a.m. Police said Cusack pushed a victim, put the victim in a headlock and pulled him to the ground.

A 20-year-old Addison man was charged with domestic battery in the 200 block of W. Michael Lane at around 3:30 a.m. Police said the suspect pushed a victim several times in the chest.

was charged with reckless driving, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, failure to give aid or information, driving while license suspended, making an improper turn and driving on the wrong side of the road in the 700 block of W. Willow Glen at around 6:18 p.m.

Fernando Orozco, 24, of Addison, was charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance in the 500 block of W. Lake at around 12:25 a.m.

traffic stop at around 8:20 p.m.

Villa Park July 18 Deandre D. Brooks, 22, of Harvey, was charged with unlawful possession of cannabis by the driver, driving while license suspended and operating a vehicle while registration suspended for no insurance, near North and Route 83 at around 8:19 p.m.

Jayson Montoya, 20, of Cicero, was charged with reckless driving, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, squealing or screeching tires, improper lighting and failure to signal in the 200 block of E. North at around 12:01 a.m.

July 18 Police said Diego Rosas, 18, of Addison, had an original warrant out of the Will County Sheriff’s Department for retail theft in the 500 block of Green Oaks Court at around 7:36 p.m.

July 16-July 17 Six incidents of suspects entering July 17 unoccupied and unsecured vehicles Karrie M. Sembdner, 41, of Ha- were reported in the 500 block of W. nover Park, was charged with ob- Division between the above dates. In structing identification, driving while the first incident, an unknown suslicense suspended, improper lane us- pect(s) stole a wallet. In the second July 19 Jose A. Carreno, 22, of Addison, age and no insurance subsequent to a incident, police said an unknown 378314

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suspect(s) stole loose change. In the third and fourth incidents, an unknown suspect(s) rummaged through the glove box, but nothing appeared to be missing. In the fifth incident, an unknown suspect(s) stole change and a debit card. In the sixth incident, an unknown suspect(s) stole an Illinois driver’s license, a Social Security card and credit cards.

July 16 An 18-year-old Lombard man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 400 block of N. Biermann at around 6:26 p.m.

Residential burglary was reported in the 500 block of W. Division. Police said an unknown suspect(s) entered an unoccupied apartment and stole $1,000.

July 15 Criminal damage to property was reported at around 2:02 p.m. Police said an unknown suspect shattered two windows on the northeast shelter of the train depot with an unknown object.

July 13 Idahir Y. Carrizalez-Salazar, 21, of Chicago, was charged with two counts of DUI and reckless driving near North and Westmore at around 3:17 a.m.

July 12-July 13 Two incidents of retail theft were reported at a store in the 1-100 block of S. Villa between the above dates.

In the first incident at around 2:16 p.m. In both incidents, police said an unknown suspect(s) stole several electronic cigarettes from a display shelf or counter and left the store without paying for the items.

June 26-July 3 Theft was reported in the 100 block of N. Myrtle. Police said an unknown suspect is stealing mail from the mailbox located on the north side of the home.

Dec. 15, 2019 Everett G. Pullett, 29, of Waukegan, was charged with retail theft-possessing displayed merchandise exceeding $300 at a local store at around 1:07 p.m.

Public Notice SPECIAL TOWNSHIP MEETING ============================= NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN To the legal voters, residents of the Township of York, in the County of DuPage, and State of Illinois, that a SPECIAL TOWNSHIP MEETING of said Township will take place on: AUGUST 11, 2020 at the hour of 7:00 o’clock P.M. in the auditorium of the York Township Offices, 1502 S. Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148 The purpose of said meeting is to authorize the Sale of York Road Property.

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West Nile activity in DuPage County prompts health advisory

An increase in mosquito samples from Naperville testing positive for West Nile virus (WNV) has the DuPage County Health Department reminding residents to protect themselves from mosquito bites and the risk of contracting WNV. These samples represent the first positive test of WNV in mosquitoes in DuPage County this year.

The key factors in determining the degree of West Nile virus activity are temperatures and rainfall. In hot, dry weather, mosquitoes that carry West Nile virus (primarily Culex mosquitoes) breed in stagnant water, like street catch basins and ditches, and they multiply rapidly.

“As people spend more time outdoors to physically distance due to COVID-19 we are reminding everyone to protect yourself and your family from mosquitoes and West Nile virus,” said Karen Ayala, Health Department Executive Director.

Protect yourself, protect your family and prevent mosquitoes from breeding around your home by following the “4 Ds of Defense”: • Drain: Drain items that collect standing water around your home, yard or business. Scrub and refill pet water dishes and bird baths regularly.

• Defend: Use an insect repellent containing DEET when outdoors and reapply according to directions.

• Dress: Wear long pants, long sleeves and closed-toe shoes when outside to cover the skin.

• Dawn to Dusk: Wear repellent outdoors during these prime times for mosquito activity.

Residents should check the Personal Protection Index (PPI) on the DuPage County Health Department’s website for the current WNV activity. To view the PPI page, visit dupagehealth.org/243/Personal-Protection-Index.

The PPI ranges in risk level from zero-to-three, with zero being no activity and three announcing multiple human cases of WNV in DuPage County.

The current level is 1: “Localized abundance of active mosquitoes, climate conditions favorable for development of virus.” The recommended actions: • Drain those items that collect standing water around your home, yard or business. Scrub and refill pet water dishes and bird baths regularly.

• Defend: Use an insect repellent containing DEET when outdoors and reapply according to directions.

The PPI is updated every Wednesday at 3 p.m. throughout the WNV season by the Health Department’s vector-borne disease surveillance experts.

WNV activity generally decreases in the fall when cooler temperatures arrive and especially after the first frost of the season.

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Glowiak Hilton urges residents to report unemployment fraud With rising cases of attempted unemployment fraud, State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs) warned residents to contact the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) if they receive benefit cards they did not apply for.

“Scammers are taking advantage of this crisis and trying to line their pockets with money meant to help working families,” Glowiak Hilton said. “If you receive an unemployment benefit card in the mail and did not apply, do not activate it and please report it to IDES.” Last week, residents across the state reported receiving KeyBank debit cards and unemployment letters in the mail even though they did not apply. IDES said that individuals

who received these mailings may be victims of identity theft or fraud. The target of this fraud is suspected to be the federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance program. Ambiguous guidelines for the program and hasty development may have left the program vulnerable to scammers.

Individuals who received these cards in the mail should not activate the debit card under any circumstances and should instead immediately contact IDES at 800-814-0513 to report identity theft. Victims of fraud should also review their credit reports for possible suspicious activity.

(Editor’s note: This was received from the office of Suzy Glowiak Hilton.)

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Cullerton: new grant to help recruit qualified educators Fun by the Numbers Like puzzles?

Then you’ll love sudoku. This mindbending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test!

Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box.

You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve the puzzle!

To encourage more qualified people to enter the education field, State Senator Tom Cullerton (D-Villa Park) is excited to announce seven DuPage County schools will receive Education Career Pathways Grants from the Illinois State Board of Education.

“Our teachers train the future leaders of our great state,” Cullerton said. “This grant will help DuPage County schools recruit qualified and passionate teachers to guide and educate our children.”

The DuPage Area Occupational Education System #090 has been awarded $248,997, which will be distributed to seven high schools in DuPage County to assist these schools in developing Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to prepare students for careers in education. Among this group Addison Trail High School, Willowbrook High School and Lake Park High School are set to receive this assistance.

CTE programs help students develop technical and employability skills while strengthening their core academic abilities to enable them to pursue higher education opportunities and succeed in the workforce. Students in CTE programs also have the opportunity to earn dual credit or credentials and certifications from partner institutions prior to high school graduation.

The programs will place a special focus on recruiting underrepresented students into education careers to help meet the high demand

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We must continue to implement programs that encourage diversity and inclusion at every stage of our students’ lives.”

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for teachers of color across Illinois.

“Schools with educators from diverse backgrounds support students’ cultural identities and enrich the learning atmosphere for all children,” Cullerton said. “We must continue to implement programs that encourage diversity and inclusion at every stage of our students’ lives.”

Nearly $2 million in total funding has been awarded to 11 Education for Employment Systems statewide to recruit and support future educators at 62 high schools and vocational centers. For a full list of grant recipients or to learn more about career and college readiness programs in Illinois, visit www.ISBE.net/CTE. (Editor’s. note: This was received from the office of State Sen. Tom Cullerton.)

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Enjoy the quiet single tree-lined block of S Lawndale from your front porch, yet close to all Elmhurst has to offer in this $599,900 FIRST OFFERING!

Rare opportunity to own this updated & expanded brick Georgian that has been lovingly looked after for over 45 years. Enjoy the quiet single tree-lined block of S Lawndale from your front porch, yet close to all Elmhurst has to offer in this center of town location - shops, restaurants, train. This 3 bed / 2.1 bath home boasts flexible living & entertainment options w/ a great floor plan perfect for today’s owner- Living room w/ gas fireplace, separate dining room, large Great room w/ expanded ceilings & exposed brick accent wall, family room/office w/ walls of windows. Large eatin kitchen w/ solid wood cabinets, SS appliances, backsplash & granite tops, wine fridge & wet bar. $599,900

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This classic Fellows Court Townhome offers 2 large bedrooms and 2 full bathroom. The 1st and 2nd floor has beautiful hardwood flooring and fresh paint! Enjoy a single-family residence with none of the outside maintenance

This classic Fellows Court Townhome offers 2 large bedrooms and 2 full bathroom. The 1st and 2nd floor has beautiful hardwood flooring and fresh paint! Enjoy a single-family residence with none of the outside maintenance responsibilities. Low association fees, very close to the Metra, Great Schools, Oak Brook & Downtown Elmhurst Shopping, and all major expressways.

There is 1 garage space with brand new flooring and door. No pets. No rentals. $224,900

Your Private Retreat!

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This oversized split level with sub basement offers over 3,000sf of finished living space. 4 beds / 2.5 baths - master suite with walk-in closet and updated master bath. Completely remodeled in 2017 with a new roof, windows, mechanicals, $619,000 NEW PRICE! RS ILDE T BU MEN VEST IN E WIS

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Amazing opportunity to work with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders. Steps from award winning Jefferson Elementary and the IL Prairie Path, in one of Elmhurst’s hottest neighborhoods. This generous plan offers ceiling detail throughout, exquisite millwork, a large mudroom, 1st floor office, huge kitchen with 2-tier island for prep sink/area and separate eating space. Open family room with gas fireplace overlooks 160’ deep yard. Superb from the curb with covered front porch and patio in the rear. Too many other details to list! Builder is also willing to build to suit at different price points. $1,250,000

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This oversized split level with sub basement offers over 3,000sf of finished living space.

4 beds / 2.5 baths - master suite with walkin closet and updated master bath.

Completely remodeled in 2017 with a new roof, windows, mechanicals, top of the line finishes, fenced yard with lots of mature trees, paver patio and storage shed.

Oversized 2 car attached garage with epoxy flooring and circle drive. Beautiful hardwood floors, white kitchen with massive seating island, separate dining room, living room fireplace, and walkout family room. Laundry and tons and storage in the basement. $619,000

58 ft wide lot steps to Berens Park Sports Complex - sledding hill, sand volleyball courts, tennis, Hub Splash park, turf fields, baseball/softball diamonds, batting cages, putt-putt golf and a block away from Wagner Community Center. In a well-developed neighborhood with lots of new construction.

Close to downtown Elmhurst, Metra, Emerson Elementary and all major highways. Home is tenant occupied till midAugust. Home can be rented out as you develop your new construction plans. $259,000

Double Wide Lot For Sale

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Convenient access to all major transportation routes. Top-rated Field Elementary school. Well built 2 bed / 2 bath / 1765 sq ft brick and stone Ranch home is currently on property. Flexicore basement ceiling. Rehab, add on, or build new. As-Is Sale. Value in the land. $325,000

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Modern Farmhouse

Hinsbrook Construction’s newest offering on Colfax, one of south Elmhurst’s most sought-after streets. Stand out from the rest with fresh, new design. Custom accent wall and barn door to first floor office/bedroom. Hardwood floors throughout the $1,199,000

100% Completed Modern Farmhouse Hinsbrook Construction’s newest offering on Colfax, one of south Elmhurst’s most sought-after streets. Stand out from the rest with fresh, new design. Custom accent wall and barn door to first floor office/ bedroom. Hardwood floors throughout the first floor. Formal dining with wainscoting & huge family room with gas fireplace flanked by built-ins. Gourmet kitchen with custom cabinets, large seating island, eating area, high-end SS appliances, walk-in pantry, mudroom with built-in cubbies and large walk-in closet. Upstairs boasts 4 large bedrooms and 3 full baths. Master suite with tray ceiling, dual walk-in closets, and spa bath. Huge 2nd floor laundry as well. A fully finished basement with a large rec room, 5th bedroom or workout room, full bath, wet bar, and a ton of good storage space. 2 car attached garage. Overall, roughly 4,900sf of finished living space. Walk to Jefferson (public K-5) or Visitation (private K-8), Smalley Pool, Butterfield Park, & the IL Prairie Path. Close to shopping and highways. $1,199,000 Stunning Renovations

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Lot For Sale in Lincoln

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Situated on an oversized lot this completely move in ready home will knock your socks off all within a stone’s throw from the Park District’s NEW All inclusive Butterfield Park, baseball fields and gazebo! This 3 Bedroom/2 Bathroom Home has

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Transformed Tri-Level

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Classic Red Brick Bungalow

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Land For Sale < $300k

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Choose DuPage releases economic indicators report Last week, Choose DuPage released its Second Quarter Economic Indicators Report.

to May. • At the end of Q2, there were more than 55,000 job opportunities posted in DuPage County.

Highlights of the report include: • The office vacancy rate remained at 13.8% in • DuPage County’s unemployment rate was Q2, slightly lower than it was during the same time 12.6% in May; down from 14.8% in April. DuPage last year. has the lowest unemployment rate in the region.

• The industrial vacancy rate dropped to 6%, • In May, 83% of those laid off said it was from 6.5% during Q1. temporary.

A copy of the full report is available for • Unemployment claims dropped 50% from April downloading at choosedupage.com.

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DuPagePads introduces news president, CEO near and dear to Redzic’s heart. Her experience founding a literacy program in a family shelter is what ultimately inspired her to make a lasting career in the nonprofit sector.

In February DuPagePads’ Board of Directors retained KEES as its executive search partner.

Board Chair Vickie Tabbert said, “The Board of Directors is excited to have April join us on our journey to end homelessness in DuPage County.

DuPagePads has grown to be a solid, well-respected agency committed to its mission and focused on providing the support and services necessary to

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“April’s experiences, vision, and compassion resonated with the Search Committee and aligned with our mission and values. We believe that she is the right leader to move us forward and help the agency continue to grow We want to print your news! and succeed.”

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The DuPagePads’ Board of Directors has introduced April Redzicas as the next president and CEO of DuPagePads.

Dedicated to April Redzic ending homelessness in DuPage County for 35 years, DuPagePads welcomed Redzic on July 27 following the retirement of former president and CEO Carol Simler, after 23 years of service and leadership.

Having worked for Chicagoland nonprofits in the housing sphere for close to 19 years, Redzic is eager to apply her strong leadership and relationship/partnership building experience as the next DuPagePads’ president and CEO. “A stable home environment is the cornerstone of everything for someone who is struggling with their life conditions,” said Redzic. “If you do not have an address, you cannot get a job. If you do not have a place to sleep, you cannot be rested for a job interview—or perform well in a classroom. If you do not know where you are going to sleep on a given night, it is hard to plan for the future. It all begins with having a room of one’s own and a safe personal space to live in.

“I applaud the successful work of DuPagePads for 35 years and look forward to charting the course for the next era of the agency.”

Redzic is an engaging leader and executive bringing a robust background in marketing, public relations, board engagement and funding diversification.

Since 2011, she has served the community working at Kids Above All (formerly known as ChildServ), a Chicago-based organization that works with more than 2,500 children and families annually to improve lives through comprehensive services in Cook, Lake, DuPage and Kane counties. She started at Kids Above All as director of marketing and communications before assuming the role of vice president, resource development in 2015. Her previous experience also includes director roles at the United Way of Metropolitan Chicago and Catholic Charities in Chicago.

Redzic holds a master’s degree in nonprofit administration from Notre Dame University-Mendoza College of Business and a Bachelor of Science from Loyola University Chicago.

“April is a leader who approaches everything she does with joy, enthusiasm and strategy,” said Sean Garrett, president and CEO, United Way Metro Chicago. “As our region continues to face economic and health challenges, I am confident that April will lead DuPagePads toward providing greater solutions for reducing homelessness in DuPage County, and bring stability and independence to people battling housing crises.”

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A win for the Crush

The Villa Park Crush 14-U baseball team earned a 17-6 victory over the Franklin Park Vipers on Saturday at Twin Lakes Park. The Crush, which is part of Villa Park Youth Baseball (VPYB), improved its summer record to 3-4 with the victory. Nicky Schroeder (above) and Dylan Casteel (right) were two of Villa Park’s pitchers during the game. Skyler Kassel is pictured below while batting for the Crush.

Talking to kids about the new reality during COVID-19 Navigating life during the COVID-19 pandemic can be difficult.

Like everyone, children have questions and are facing their own struggles as they grapple with this new normal.

Adults may be unsure how to broach this topic with their children.

These tips may help adults talk to their children about their new reality during the pandemic: • Provide the (age-appropriate) facts. Younger children may picture the virus as a scary monster that can sneak through their window, said Dan Santangelo, LCPC with Linden Oaks Behavioral Health. Let them know it’s

a small germ and talk to them about catching their sneeze or cough in their elbow, keeping their hands clean and being careful not to touch their eyes, nose or mouth.

For older children, relate it to something they already know. For example, much like a cold or flu virus, COVID-19 can spread through the air when someone coughs, sneezes or talks. The distance germs travel can be up to 6 feet, according to research, which is how social distancing became a way to avoid contracting the virus.

Provide the facts (in an age-appropriate manner) and let them ask ques-

tions.

• Give them a role in the fight against the virus. “I find that kids want to help if you encourage them and let them know you need their help,” said Santangelo. Let kids know that handwashing, wearing a mask when out in public, wiping down frequently-touched surfaces, and using their elbow to play catch with their sneezes and coughs all contribute to the fight against the virus.

• Pay attention to the messages you’re sending and be honest. “Kids are radars,” says Santangelo. “They feel us and they know (when something is wrong). They always do.”

Some adults may be dealing with a job loss or the loss of a loved one.

Discussing these weightier topics with children can be tricky, but providing them with information about what’s happening takes away the fear of the unknown, says Santangelo.

Parents might also consider contacting a counselor to help their family deal with the situation.

• Reassure them that this is temporary and they are safe. It isn’t yet known whether school will be open in the fall, but tell kids what is known so they understand what to expect in the short term. Let kids know that questions will be answered as soon as

information is available.

• Stick to a schedule. It may look different than what they’re used to, but parents should try to maintain some structure to the day where it matters most. Keep set wake and sleep times, eat meals together, schedule family game time, and encourage kids to stay active, such as going for walks, riding their bikes or shooting hoops in the driveway.

Keeping children in the loop with clear communication will help the whole family get through this pandemic together.

For updates on COVID-19, check EEHealth.org/coronavirus.

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Care For Your Smile

and Let It Brighten Your Day! Our COMFORT CARE DENTISTRY makes going to the dentist an unexpected pleasure.

• Gentle dental care for adults and children.

• Knowledgeable staff using the latest technology.

• Convenient location and appointment times.

• Watch movies or listen to music while you have your • No shot laser fillings available. New technology allows for teeth fixed. smaller, faster fillings without discomfort.

• Whitening, implants, and smile makeovers.

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Summer volleyball camp

The Villa Park Parks and Recreation Department held last week’s summer volleyball camp for students entering grades 3-5. Camp directors (above, left to right) Jack Weaver and Grace Reckamp will soon start their senior year at Willowbrook High School. Weaver is a member of the school’s boys volleyball team, while Reckamp plays for the Warriors’ girls volleyball team. The participants in last week’s four-day camp (July 20-23) at the Iowa Community Center included Eleanor Moser (left), Soleil Martin (below right), Jessica Tortorello (below left) and Kiera Miller (below center). Weaver and Reckamp are directing this week’s camp for students entering grades 6-8.

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Owner is selling Z’s Nail Spa at 701 E. Roosevelt Rd. in Lombard, IL. Includes 10 pedicure machines and 9 desks. Asking price is $20,000. If interested, please call 312-451-3145. 375050

Other Real Estate Selling last side-by-side graves left in Sect. G, Lot 52, Graves 4 & 5 (old part of Cemetery), Mt. Emblem.

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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, familiar/ status or national origin, or an intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-900669-9777. The toll-free tele phone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

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Ads canceled before deadline will be removed from the paper as a service to our customers, but no credit or refund will be issued to your account.

DISCLAIMER NOTICE This publication does not knowingly accept fraudulent or deceptive advertising. Readers are cautioned to thoroughly investigate all ads, especially those asking for money in advance.

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EXERCISE EQUIPMENT FOR SALE Ab-Doer Pro, Ab-Doer Lounge, Exercise Bike. Call 630520-5071

MASSAGE TABLE FOR SALE Oakwood Massage Table with Carrying Case, sheets & bolster, $300. Call 630-776-3672

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