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Superiorland Library Cooperative Director Position - Updated
by Lisa Waskin 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

Tired of hot, sticky summers? The rat race of living in the city? Traffic? High cost of living? Do you enjoy being outdoors? Hiking, boating, fishing, skiing? Then the U.P. is the place to be. The Superiorland Library Cooperative is looking for its next, great Director, and it could be you! Our group of amazing libraries, talented library staff, and the highly collaborative group of Directors is ready for an innovative, team building, creative, and forward thinking leader to take on this challenge. If the thought of this intrigues you, please see the attached job ad with all the details of this great opportunity. Deadline for applications is May 15th. Lisa Waskin, Director Superior District Library 541 Library Drive Sault Ste. Marie, MI 49783 Ph. (906) 632-9331 Fax (906) 635-0210 lisaw(a)uproc.lib.mi.us <mailto:lisaw@uproc.lib.mi.us>

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MiOSHA Emergency Rules Extended
by Membiela, Clare (MDE) 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

Greetings! MiOSHA announced this afternoon (JIC News Release 456 - MIOSHA Emergency Rules Extension.pdf<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnks.gd%2…>) that the emergency rules issued October 2020 and set to expire tomorrow, will be extended until October 14, 2021. Emergency rules may be extended for a single 6- month period. MiOSHA has also begun a formal rulemaking process that will eventually result in some permanent COVID-19 related rules, but we do not yet know how many or what those will be. FOR NOW: The emergency rules extended today are the same rules we have been following since last October. Therefore, all this extension means is that we have to continue to operate as we have, following restrictions such as: Employee health checks Masks required in workplace Social Distancing Requirements for quarantine and isolation if exposed or diagnosed with COVID-19 Presence of COVID-19 coordinator Maintenance of a Pandemic Response Plan Remote work if feasible NOTE - This is NOT a complete list of restrictions! Libraries should review the emergency rules located at https://www.michigan.gov/documents/leo/Final_MIOSHA_Rules_705164_7.pdf Libraries should consult their attorneys if they have questions regarding these restrictions. Thanks! Clare Clare D. Membiela, MLS, J.D. Library Law Consultant Library of Michigan MembielaC(a)michigan.gov<mailto:MembielaC@michigan.gov> 517-335-8132 The research and resources above are for informational purposes only and not for the purpose of providing legal advice. You should contact your attorney to obtain advice with respect to any particular issue or problem. [cid:image001.png@01D7307B.A4D76850]

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raises/wages bases on merit
by Perri Saunders 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

We are switching to a merit based-system for giving raises to staff. Is there a formula or procedure out there that is working for other libraries? FYI - We're a small library with a staff of 7. Thanks for your help! Perri -- Perri Saunders, Director White Pigeon Township Library 102 N. Kalamazoo St., P.O. Box 399 White Pigeon, MI 49099 269-483-7409 *p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us <p.saunders(a)woodlands.lib.mi.us> * *Brighten the corner where you are.*

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MIOSHA Extension of Emergency Rules
by Debbie Mikula 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) has extended its emergency rules until October 14, 2021. (NOTE: the emergency rules can be modified or withdrawn at any time in response to changes in COVID-19 spread.) Under the emergency rules, employers must continue to implement policies that require remote work for employees where remote work is feasible, to help ensure that COVID-19 transmission is mitigated to the maximum extent possible. While in-person work is permitted when remote work is not feasible, remote work is recommended as a strategy to minimize in-person contacts and is included in guidance from the CDC and Federal OSHA to protect employees in the workplace. The rules establish workplace safety requirements and employers should coordinate these requirements with the MDHHS Emergency Order restricting gathering sizes, requiring face coverings in public spaces and childcare facilities, placing capacity limitations on stores, bars and other public venues and providing safer workplaces. https://www.michigan.gov/.../Final_MIOSHA_Rules_705164_7.pdf<https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michigan.gov%2Fdocuments%2…> [A picture containing text, clipart Description automatically generated] Deborah E. Mikula Executive Director Michigan Library Association 3410 Belle Chase Way, Suite 100 Lansing, MI 48911 Office: 517-394-2774, ext. 224 Cell: 517-404-3533 dmikula(a)milibraries.org<mailto:dmikula@milibraries.org> www.milibraries.org<http://www.milibraries.org> Follow MLA on Facebook<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> and Twitter<https://nam10.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…>!

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Trustee Times April 2021
by White, Shannon (MDE) 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

The April issue of Library of Michigan’s Trustee Times is out now. The Trustee Times is emailed directly to public library board members, public library directors, and cooperative directors. If you have any questions about the Trustee Times, feel free to connect with us at LM. Find the April version below and previous issues online: October<https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/2a77de4> December<https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/2b00c7c> February<https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/2bef6f9> April<https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/2caaaa3> ________________________________ [Library of Michigan logo] Trustee Times - April 2021 [Hennika District Library image in Wayland, Michigan]Trustee Times is a bi-monthly newsletter published by the Library of Michigan, featuring information of interest to public library boards. Information included in this newsletter is for informational purposes, and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Please consult your library’s attorney with any questions about your specific situation. In this Issue: 1. Spring is Finally Here! 2. National Library Week 3. Resources for New Trustees - New Library Privacy Act 4. Upcoming Trustee Training Opportunities 5. Tips - Uniform Chart of Accounts Updates 6. Stay Connected Spring is Finally Here! [April Showers Umbrella]Spring is finally here! It is so nice to see a bit more sun and enjoy the outdoors with a few less layers this month. We trust you have been safe and well through the winter. April brings with it the fourth issue of the Trustee Times. Hopefully the content and articles of the past few issues have been useful in your role as a public library trustee. Please take a moment to respond to our survey here and provide feedback<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftinyurl.c…> about what is useful or not to you and what you might like to see in future issues or as training topics for Michigan trustees. In this issue, several of the resources we have available are recordings of trainings or information sessions that relate to library administration and trustees. These can be viewed 24/7 online at your convenience. We hope you find useful information that can help in your role as a public library trustee. ________________________________ National Library Week [National Library Week poster by ALA]National Library Week<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> is taking place April 4-10, 2021. The theme is Welcome to Your Library. Libraries are open to everyone and whether people visit in person or virtually, libraries offer a multitude of opportunities. A full week of activities are planned, including National Library Workers Day<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fala-apa.o…> (April 6), a Virtual Bookmobile Parade<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> (April 7), and a release of the State of America’s Libraries report<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…>. Natalie Portman, actress, author, and activist, is the 2021 National Library week Honorary Chair. The American Library Association (ALA) provides a day-by-day calendar<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> to use in local planning, as well as free downloadable graphics<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ala.or…> for library use on social media and other digital communication. Watch the Library of Michigan Facebook<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> page and other LM social channels for a celebration of Michigan libraries during National Library Week! ________________________________ Resources for New Trustees - New Library Privacy Act [Law Books in a Law Library]In December, Governor Whitmer signed into law SB 611, which amends the Library Privacy Act<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flegislatur…> (MCL 397. 601 et seq<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flegislatur…>.) A set of requirements that probably are not often discussed among library boards, the Library Privacy Act protects library records such as patron identity, reading history, and library usage details from disclosure. Michigan’s law is similar to library privacy laws in approximately 47 other states. The majority of these laws were implemented in the 1970s and 80s when state and federal law enforcement agencies began to use library records as leads to suspects and evidence of crime – often erroneously. It was determined that as a part of Americans’ constitutional right to information, people have a right to access information of their choosing without fear of judgment or retribution. Michigan’s Library Privacy law, while strong, did not anticipate certain changes in the way libraries operate that have occurred over time as a result of technological, societal, and economic shifts. In addition, a lack of legal authority to assist in the interpretation of the existing law resulted in inconsistent application of the law’s requirements among libraries across the state. Even attorneys were divided over compliance with certain portions of the existing law. The amendments added by SB 611 (2020 PA 315<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Flegislatur…>), go into effect on March 29, 2021, and include provisions that provide clarification and reasonable options for libraries struggling to balance protection of patron information with the realities of modern library service: * Clarifies whether security video is a “library record” (it is not unless the images display a patron’s use of specific library services or materials, such as a legible image of a computer screen being accessed by a patron), and permits the disclosure of such footage to law enforcement without a warrant. * Permits library staff to provide testimony to law enforcement with regards to information in connection to a crime occurring in the library (The existing law was unclear on whether this was permitted). * Clarifies the penalties of violation by separating liability for the library as an entity from individual staff and board member liability. The library is liable to a fine, court costs, and reasonable attorney fees plus a civil suit for damages suffered by the person whose information was wrongly disclosed, even if the disclosure isn’t intentional. Staff, agents, volunteers working for the library, and board members are individually liable for the same costs, fees, and potential damages if they knowingly disclose information without written permission of the person owning the record. Knowingly means the person discloses the information even though they know that the law prohibits it. Patrons whose information was disclosed can also sue the library as an entity if disclosure knowingly occurs by a staff member, volunteer, board member, agent, or vendor. The penalty clarification also extends liability to vendors with library contracts who have access to patron information (such as database vendors, ILS vendors, etc.). This means if a vendor handling patron information has a data breach, or mishandles the information, they are liable for the same fees, costs, and damages as library staff and board. It is important to note that many of the updated disclosure sections are discretionary. This means that it is up to the library whether they wish to change their policy of requiring a warrant for all disclosure to law enforcement. The decision on whether to and/or how to amend policies and procedures relating to patron information is one that a board and director are strongly encouraged to discuss with their attorney. However a library decides to proceed with disclosure policies, these amendments will still mean that a library must update its privacy policies. In addition, boards, staff, volunteers, vendors, and other parties who may be liable for a violation of this act, must be notified of the law and their responsibilities under it. Libraries will want to provide adequate training and information to these entities. It is a good idea for boards and their directors to consult their library attorneys for advice on an updated policy as well as the liability risk. * Michigan Library Association – Amendments to the Library Privacy Act – SB 611<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milib…> * Library Privacy Act Amendments: What to Know<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%…> – recorded webinar from January 2021 with speakers from the Library of Michigan, Michigan Library Association, and Foster, Swift, Collins and Smith Law Firm. * Library Privacy Act Amendments: What to Know Part 2<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%…> - recorded webinar from March 2021 with speakers from the Library of Michigan, Michigan Library Association, and Foster, Swift, Collins and Smith Law Firm. ________________________________ Upcoming Trustee Training Opportunities [Lady at a desk with a laptop] The month of April brings with it a variety of training sessions of interest to trustees. You can find full details and registration for these online webinars using the links below or on our website<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> under LM Continuing Education Opportunities. * Proactive Advocacy and Communication for Library Trustees and Staff<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Flearn.web…> An online recorded webinar available for viewing anytime at WebJunction – Learn about simple steps boards and library staff can integrate into their communication process, to be better prepared for unknown changes. Learn about the tools and how they can set the stage for dealing more effectively with any crisis your library faces in the future. Board and staff members can set up their own free WebJunction<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.webjun…> account to access. * Uniform Chart of Accounts Updates<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtu…> Recorded session from March 2, 2021. The Michigan Uniform Chart of Accounts, UCA, provides a systematic arrangement and means for the uniform accumulation, recording, and reporting of financial information and transactions for all local units of government in Michigan. Local units of government, including public libraries, are required to use the UCA in administering their financial accounts. The Michigan Department of Treasury issued an update in late 2020. * Library of Michigan Webinar Archives<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> Miss a recent training session? You can find captioned recordings of our webinars approximately 7-10 days after the live event. Find recordings under: Library Law, Public Library Financial Management, Public Library Administration, and more, from the LM Webinar Archives page. The above resources are made possible in part by LM and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. * Michigan Library Association Library Advocacy Day<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.milib…> On April 20 you can join a live online opportunity to learn skills and networks to support advocacy efforts of public libraries. Register and find more details on the linked MLA website. * Get on Board! Effective Board Meetings and Good Governance<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fevents.an…> MSU-Extension presents this three-part series, April 12, 19, and 26, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm EST. The webinar series is intended for new or seasoned elected and appointed government boards to explore good governance, effective meetings, and Robert's rules of order. Never registered for a LM webinar? You will need to create an account in our system. Instructions<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> can be found on our website. Need extra help with your registration? Email us at LM-LibTraining(a)michigan.gov<mailto:LM-LibTraining@michigan.gov> or call 517-335-1517.  Find all of LM’s training opportunities on the Continuing Education<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.michig…> page. Have you missed a LM webinar or want to share the information with other board members? You can find recordings of many LM sessions on our webinar archive page<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>. Be sure to look at the recordings found under the Library Law section of this page. Have You Missed an Issue of Trustee Times? Read Previous Trustee Times online: October<https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/2a77de4> & December<https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/2b00c7c> and February<https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MILOM/bulletins/2bef6f9> Tips - Uniform Chart of Accounts Updates [Group of people at a meeting sitting around a table]In late November 2020, the Michigan Department of Treasury announced the final release of the Michigan Uniform Chart of Accounts (UCA). Revisions have been released in a number of drafts over the past few years and feedback has been solicited from local units of government. The changes have been made in order to comply with changing accounting principles. In April, the Department of Treasury released implementation dates<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> for local units. We recommend public libraries review the information with their auditors, accountants, bookkeepers, and municipal staff as needed to ensure compliance by the required deadline. LM has posted links to the Department of Treasury and other resources to assist public libraries at For Libraries – Administration -- Financial Management<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…>. You can find links here to the Department of Treasury site with additional information such as the UCA Final Release Memo, FAQs, and UCA Implementation Dates. On March 2, LM also hosted a 90-minute webinar, Uniform Chart of Accounts Updates<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtu…>. A recording of this session is available on the same site. For general information to support directors, staff, and Board members in performing accounting and financial management functions, LM has the Public Library Financial Management Guide September 2019<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> online at the LM website. Public libraries received a paper copy of this manual in March. ________________________________ Stay Connected [MLHC Image]Looking for information or resources to help you with your duties as a public library board member? LM’s Library Development web pages have lots of content to support trustees. Find topics under the Administration<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> section. Be sure to visit our website or connect with us<https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.michi…> for assistance. 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Virtual programs at Paw Paw District Library
by donna dluge 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

On Tuesday, April 20th, at 6:30pm, Ron Rademacher will be on Zoom to present "Nature Getaways." This program takes the traveler to some of the most overlooked nature areas in Michigan. To get a glimpse into all that Ron has to offer, visit his website at http://www.michiganbackroads.com and then see him live as he helps you plan your next Michigan road trip. Tuesday, May 4th, at 6:30pm we have another "must see" Zoom program. It's all about preserving your family stories with Gigi Bott VanderWeele and Susan Carroll, owners of Your Personal Memoir, LLC. You'll be shown how to preserve your own stories, or your family's, in a variety of formats. They will take you from interviewing a reluctant elder, through writing and editing, to designing and publishing a family book. You'll also get a chance to win a free copy of The Book of Myself, by Carl and David Marshall. To join our Zoom programs click on the link on our webpage at http://www.pawpaw.lib.mi.us.

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Home found for vertical file items
by MAPL Director 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

-- Tanya Procknow, Director Mackinaw Area Public Library 528 W. Central Ave; PO Box 67 Mackinaw City, MI 49701 (231)436-5451 - work fax (231) 436-7344 www.mackinawareapl.michlibrary.org

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Files Looking for a new home
by MAPL Director 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

We are narrowing the scope of our vertical files and currently have items looking for new homes. 1 - Old copies of the "Herald" published by the Children of the Edison Institute. Dates ranging from 1930's to 1940's. They have been torn out and pages are stapled but in good condition. 2. Ethnic Organizations in Michigan by James M. Anderson copyright 1983 volumes 1 & 2. 3. Vertical file on Detroit contains clippings about the Tigers, historical pictures, Newspapers from the 1960's, A History of Electric Service in Detroit by William Lane, River District Bicentennial photos and much more including clippings I haven't looked at. If your collection could use any send me your zv number. -- Tanya Procknow, Director Mackinaw Area Public Library 528 W. Central Ave; PO Box 67 Mackinaw City, MI 49701 (231)436-5451 - work fax (231) 436-7344 www.mackinawareapl.michlibrary.org

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Additional Titles Available from James White Library
by Anne Oyerly 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

Hello all, It is my pleasure to offer a few more titles to you. As previously, there is one copy of each available. Please reply with your RIDES code, and include the titles you would like. Barclay, William The Gospel of Mark The Westminster Press 1975 Barclay, William The Gospel of Luke The Westminster Press 1975 Cymbala, Jim Merrill, Dean Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire: What Happens When God's Spirit Invades the Heart of His People Zondervan 1997 Martindale, Wayne Root, Jerry (eds.) The Quotable Lewis Tyndale House 1989 Petterson, Eugene H. Living the Message: Daily Help for Living the God-Centered Life HarperSanFrancisco/Harper Collins 1996 White, Ellen G. The Great Controversy Between Christ and Satan: The Conflict of the Ages in the Christian Dispensation Pacific Press 1950 White, Ellen G. The Desire of Ages: The Conflict of the Ages Illustrated in the Life of Christ Pacific Press 1940 Zacharias, Ravi Jesus Among Other Gods: The Absolute Claims of the Christian Message Thomas Nelson 2000 Have a great evening! Anne E. Oyerly Special Collections Manager and Facilities Coordinator James White Library 4190 Administration Drive Andrews University, MI 49104-1400 (269) 471-6117

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2021 Michigan Author Award - Nominations due May 31
by Oster, Adam (MDE) 13 Apr '21

13 Apr '21

Just wanted to send out a reminder that the Library of Michigan<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/> and Michigan Center for the Book<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89741---,00.h…> are accepting nominations for the 2021 Michigan Author Award<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89741-552583-…>. Established in 1992, the award recognizes an outstanding published body of literary work by an author who is either from Michigan or has substantial ties to Michigan. Over the years the award has been given to a diverse collection of writers working in a variety of genres and styles. A list of previous winners can be found on the Michigan Author Award<https://www.michigan.gov/libraryofmichigan/0,9327,7-381-88855_89741_90017-5…> section of our website. Anyone is eligible to submit a nomination. The author must meet the following qualifications to be considered eligible for the award: 1. The author must either be a current resident of Michigan, a long-time resident of Michigan recently relocated or an author whose works are identified with Michigan because of subject matter and/or setting in Michigan. 2. The author's work may be in the form of fiction, nonfiction, poetry, drama, or any other literary format the Michigan Author Award Group finds acceptable. 3. The author must have a body of work encompassing at least three published titles for adults, teens, or children. 4. Authors who self-publish are eligible for consideration, as long as their work is available in libraries. 5. The author must be living at the time of the nomination. 6. The author must have a publishing career spanning a minimum of five years. Nominations may be submitted by going to www.Michigan.gov/LibraryofMichigan<http://www.Michigan.gov/LibraryofMichigan> or directly to our online submission form<https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/6211630/Michigan-Author-Award>. All nominations for the 2021 Michigan Author Award are due by May 31, 2021. The winner will be announced in the Fall of 2021. For those with additional questions, please contact us at Librarian(a)Michigan.gov<mailto:Librarian@Michigan.gov> or 517-335-1477. Thanks! Adam Adam Oster, Community Engagement Librarian Library of Michigan Michigan Department of Education 702 W. Kalamazoo PO Box 30007 Lansing, MI 48909 ostera(a)michigan.gov<mailto:ostera@michigan.gov> | 517-335-1469 | www.mi.gov/libraryofmichigan<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mi.gov…> Follow us: Facebook<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.faceb…> | Twitter<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Ftwitter.c…> | Instagram<https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.insta…>

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