The Tri-State Defender - April 25, 2024

Week of: April 25,

COMMUNITY

MAYOR YOUNG PITCHES

BUDGET AND TAX INCREASE

Young: City has ‘two options – cut programs, services and people . . . or raise taxes’. — Page 4

PERSPECTIVE

GIFTED STUDENTS NEED A COMMUNITY SUPPORT

These young minds are not just students, they are the future leaders. — Page 3

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EDGE pledges $250K for improvements to help Memphis businesses deter crime

By James Coleman Special to The Tri-State Defender

In an e ort to ght crime, the Economic Development Growth Engine Board recently approved up to $250,000 annually to fund improvements in high-crime areas.

e program is a part of a “holistic” approach to crime reduction the City of Memphis Mayor Paul Young’s administration has taken. e upgrades will feature urban and architectural designs, along with the use of the natural surrounding environment.

e rst-term mayor has made crime-reduction the priority of his administration.

“As part of our commitment to fostering economic vitality and community safety, we are proud to partner with EDGE and introduce a groundbreaking initiative that combines economic empowerment with crime prevention,” said City of Memphis Mayor Paul Young in a statement.

“By investing in this e ort, we not only spur economic development but also create safer environments that empower residents and deter criminal activity. Together, we are reshaping the narrative of our neighborhoods, turning challenges into opportunities, and building a brighter future for all.”

Eligible small businesses can apply for loans to make improvements, like lighting and camera installation, or fencing.

EDGE approved the measure during its April 17 meeting and will fund the program for four years on an annual basis.

“CPTED (Crime Prevention rough Environmental Designs) exempli es our dedication to innovative solutions and underscores our belief in the transformative potential of empowering local businesses,” said Dr. Joann Massey, EDGE Vice President of Operations

in a statement. “ is initiative underscores our unwavering commitment to innovation, resilience, and the belief that every small business deserves the chance to thrive.”

e requirements will be much like the nonpro t Inner City Economic Development (ICED) program, which allow for a maximum of $25,000 to individual businesses. ICED loans are also allotted for CPTEDs.

A memorandum of agreement will be entered into by the City of Memphis and EDGE. It will spell out the requirements and responsibilities of applicants.

Following due diligence, businesses that quality will receive funding through loans or reimbursement grants.

EDGE is the economic development agency for both the City of Memphis and Shelby County.

By Curtis Weathers TSD Education Columnist

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Gifted students need a community and school system that supports them, too

Gi ed and talented elementary students are a remarkable group of young individuals who possess an extraordinary capacity for learning, creativity, and intellectual curiosity. ese young prodigies excel not only academically, but they o en display remarkable talents in areas such as music, art, and sports. eir ability to think critically, adapt to new situations, and solve complex problems sets them apart.

e uniqueness of gi ed and talented students lies not only in their exceptional cognitive abilities but also in their passion for exploration, their desire to delve deeper into subjects that captivate them, and their ability to make connections and solve problems in innovative ways.

ese young minds are not just students, they are the future leaders, innovators, and changemakers. eir potential to shape our world and push the boundaries of what we believe is possible is truly awe-inspiring.

I recently had an opportunity to meet and talk with one of these individuals. His name is Hazen Walker, and he did not disappoint. He is a 10-year-old native of Memphis, currently living in Houston, Texas. We met through a friend, his grandfather, Pastor Marvin Mims.

Hazen is a brilliant young boy and is enrolled in his school’s gi ed and talented program.

We connected via Zoom and talked about everything from his experiences at school, sports, family, his faith, and one of his favorite pastimes, building Lego models. It was an upli ing and inspiring conversation!

Gi ed and talented programs in public schools across the United States are designed to provide advanced educational opportunities for students

like Hazen, who demonstrate exceptional abilities or potential in areas such as academics, creativity, leadership, or the arts.

Young, gi ed children o en display various characteristics that set them apart from their peers. For example, gi ed children o en have a remarkable memory, recalling facts, details, and events with ease. Many learn to read exceptionally early and demonstrate a natural grasp of mathematical concepts.

ey approach challenges with innovative thinking and enjoy puzzles and complex tasks.

One of Hazen’s favorite pastimes is the love and enjoyment he gets from playing with his Lego sets. He has created an impressive collection of Lego models over the years. In addition, his career aspiration is that of an architect. He wants to build things!

Hazen has written and published his rst children’s book, “Walker’s Wise Words.” His book reminds its readers of the importance of listening to and obeying God’s word and encourages them to “Walk in Wisdom.” He is already working on book number two as well. e inspiration for his book came from wanting to create something that everyone from all walks of life could read and relate to.

Hazen has a fascination with comic books. He has been creating comic books since the age of six. ose books were only known to his family but later served as dra s for his new book.

According to Hazen, the characters in his book are inspired by his friends and family members, including his brother Addison and grandfather, Pastor Marvin Mims, Sr., who is himself a

writer and author.

So, Hazen is both an accomplished author and an aspiring architect, all at the tender age of ten years old.

e conversation with Hazen brought to mind the challenges and problems that yet linger around the issues related to identifying and servicing gi ed and talented students.

Gi ed programs have been a feature of our public school system for over a century. Nationwide, these programs serve a relatively small share of the total student population.

However, it’s important to note that the actual percentage of students labeled as gi ed and talented can vary signi cantly by state, district, and even individual schools, particularly in the age of charter schools, which have more freedom and exibility when making such determinations.

Most estimates suggest that somewhere between 5 and 10 percent of the student population may be gi ed.

Of course, it is also worth noting that there are ongoing concerns about the underrepresentation of low-income and minority students in these programs. Despite e orts to increase diversity and equity, these students continue to be signi cantly underrepresented.

is disparity is o en attributed to factors such as biased identi cation methods, lack of access to resources and opportunities, and cultural barriers that may hinder the recognition and nurturing of their exceptional abilities.

Addressing this underrepresentation is crucial to ensuring that all gi ed and talented students, regardless of their race or background, have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

e challenge for educational leaders is how to address the needs of gi ed children so that they can get the appropriate teaching and learning experienc-

es that will help them excel. is is not always a simple issue to address.

Not all gi ed children are the same; every child is unique. Gi ed children o en experience developmental di erences. eir intellectual abilities may be far ahead of their physical, social, or emotional maturity. is can be problematic at times.

Despite their exceptional abilities, gi ed children have special learning needs that, if not addressed, can lead to frustration, boredom, a loss of self-esteem, and underachievement. Understanding these challenges is critical to their development.

e awesomeness of gi ed and talented children, especially at the elementary level, lies not just in their current achievements but also in their boundless potential to impact their communities and the world at large signi cantly.

Hazen has a fantastic team of supporters (i.e., his family, school, church, and friends) to assist in his growth and development. We wish him nothing but the best and look forward to reading his many books in the future.

Curtis Weathers

Hazen Walker’s first book is “Walker’s Wise Words.” (Courtesy Photo)

■■ COMMUNITY Mayor Young pitches $834M budget (and tax increase) during City Council meeting

By James Coleman, Special to The Tri-State Defender

City of Memphis Mayor Paul Young sketched out an abbreviated version of his proposed $834 million 2025 budget — including a 75-cent property tax increase — to city council members during their Tuesday, April 23 meeting.

“My intent, de nitely, was not to raise taxes,” Young said. “We have two options: we cut programs, services and people, or we can raise taxes. ese really are the two options. I look at this as more revenue, more opportunity.”

For the owner of a $100,000 home, the hike would amount to an additional $188, raising their annual tab to roughly $863. e hypothetical bill currently amounts to $675.

According to the rst-term mayor, the hike is necessary to protect the city’s bond rating.

“ ere are standards that are given to us from the rating agencies and the comptroller for the state for how we should maintain our balance,” Young said. “If your rating agencies downgrade us, we’re paying more for the debt.”

e tax is also estimated to add $105 million to the general fund annually.

Credit agencies require cities to maintain a minimum surplus of 10 percent of their budget in a rainy day account. e city’s goal is to maintain $110 million in the fund.

“We’re $20 million away from being below that standard,” said Young. e state is even more hard-nosed.

Ideally, the comptroller expects two months operating income - $140 million in this case - to be set aside. ere will be a $53 million shortfall on that front, if no action is taken.

Since the surplus years of the pandemic - which included a $163 million of federal ARPA funding in 2021 - an-

Young: City has ‘two options – cut programs, services and people . . . or raise taxes’

“When we start talking about costs, unless we’re impacting personnel, it’s really hard to get the major reductions that we want. That’s not to say we can’t find things. We’ll go through months of this process. We’ll find some things.”

— Mayor Paul Young

nual contributions to the general fund, or “rainy-day fund” have waned. By comparison, only $6 million was added last year.

“ is year…we balanced our budget by having to pull from our rainy day fund at $11.7 million,” reminded Young.

is was due to additional costs to the Memphis Fire Department’s payroll. e council approved the funding

earlier in the month. e new hires were not factored in to former Mayor Jim Strickland’s 2024 budget.

If an increase isn’t passed, the city will need to raid the rainy-day fund again. However, Young has signaled his intention not to use the fund.

“Across these years, those dollars have been applied and we are where we are,” explained Young.

e additional revenue would also

fund priorities, like crime-reduction programs and across-the-board raises for city employees.

Sta ng is a “primary de cit-driver.” e increased costs are fueled by vacancy- lling. Due to competition from the private market - and higher-paying municipalities - attrition has taken a toll across city divisions.

“ ose are people that get trained-up as fast as they can and leave for another job,” said Young.

All told, new hires account for a $10 million budget hit.

“When we start talking about costs, unless we’re impacting personnel, it’s really hard to get the major reductions that we want. at’s not to say we can’t nd things. We’ll go through months of this process. We’ll nd some things,” said Young.

Seventy percent of Young’s rst budget request is devoted to personnel costs. In addition to new hires, the proposal also asks for a 3 percent raise for all city employees. Nearly three-quarters of personnel costs are public safety-related, Memphis Police Department and Memphis Fire Department sta .

Public Works, Solid Waste, Community Assets and other divisions make up the rest of the payroll costs.

ere are additional costs too. An adjustment to the state’s appraisal ratio runs $14 million. Pension contributions tack on another $14 million, then add another $15 million for in ation, likewise under budget operations - like the Memphis Fire Department payroll shortfall.

“It was one of the most in-depth presentations we’ve seen, as it relates to the proposed budget,” said Council Chairman JB Smiley. “We just look forward to engaging the people and ultimately hear from the people and see what they think about the proposed budget.”

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■■ CULTURE

Scenes from a beautiful weekend at Africa in April 2024

The temperatures were not particularly warm for Africa in April this year, but it didn’t deter hundreds from coming out to the annual celebration of the Homeland.

is year, Africa in April paid homage to Gambia, with a whole host of performers: drummers, dancers, singers and speakers. And the event was headlined by Arrested Development, who performed hits like “Mr. Wendell,” “People Everyday,” and “Tennessee.”

TSD Photojournalist Gary S. Whitlow was on hand to take it all in with his lens . . . check out these sights, and to see more, visit tri-statedefender.com!

These young men are just bubbling with excitement and fun during Africa in April. If you don’t toot your own horn . . .

A young dance team shows off their moves on a sunny but chilly day at Africa in April 2024.

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ON THE COVER:

Speech, leader of Arrested Development, reminds the crowd that he is “Everyday People.”

It’s all in how you move your hips, see?

David and Yvonne Acey are joined by the members of 90s hip-hop group Arrested Development, best known for their locally-flavored hit, “Tennessee.”

LEFT: A family affair!

A member of Arrested Development gets down during their crowd pleasing performance of Tennessee: “DC? She went down to Holly Springs. Rasa Don and Baba? They went down to Peachtree. Headliner! I challenge you to a game of horse shoes . . . a game of HORSE SHOES!”

Ekpe Abioto leads the drumming during Africa in April.

WE ALL BE Remembering Fort Pillow, 160 Years Later

COMMENTARY

By Ronald C. Herd II

Special to The Tri-State Defender

“Remember Fort Pillow!” was the battle cry, and 160 years later, e W.E. A.L.L. B.E. Group, Inc. (WeAllBe) honored the immortal words and sacri ces of our ancestors. April 12 this year was the actual 160th anniversary of nearly three hundred souls, mostly U.S. Colored Troops, white Union soldiers, and even Black women and children, meeting their demise by being martyred and massacred by Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest (notorious slave trader, co-founder and the rst grand wizard of the Ku Klux Klan) and his 1,500-member-plus Confederate Army.

is atrocity happened during the American Civil War (1861-1864). Controversy still lingers to this day on what really happened. A U.S. Congressional inquiry was conducted by interviewing individuals from both sides of the con ict, participants and eyewitnesses alike. A er the investigation, the following conclusion was stated by the 16th U.S. President Abraham Lincoln on May 3, 1864: “It is now quite certain that a large number of our colored soldiers, with their o cers, were, by the rebel force, massacred a er they had surrendered, at the recent capture of Fort Pillow.”

is April 2024, WeAllBe dedicated two weeks to commemorate this bloody chapter in United States history, to give honor to those “Righteous AnceSTARs” who made the ultimate sacri ce so that their kin and descendants could live ‘free’ for generations to come. e commemoration started on April 6 at the opening reception for the art show “Using Our Art To Tell Our

Stories III: We Remember Fort Pillow (What About e Legacies?)” at the prestigious Withers Collection Museum & Gallery at 333 Beale Street.

Entertainment for the event was provided by gi ed performers DJ Kai’yrs Slayer, Jackie Murray, Bridge Muhammad & Yung Praise. e art exhibit, which runs through April 20, features the works of ten supremely talented Black visual storytellers, with each offering their own unique perspectives on the Fort Pillow Massacre as well as their interpretations of its a ermath/legacy. e featured artists are Carl Moore, Phillip Dotson, Darlene Newman, Myke Newman, Sir Walt, Madame Z., Marz Rockswell, Fatia Webb, Roy Hawkins, Jr., & R2C2H2 a Artivist (Ronald C. Herd II).

April 10, “ e WE ALL BE Remembering Fort Pillow 160 Years Later” Legacy Awards took place at Abyssinian Missionary Baptist Church. is was done as a tribute to great Black Memphians who have honored the memories of the ‘Righteous AnceSTARs’ by ‘Using eir Creative Genius & Exceptional Dedicated Service For e Upli ment & Empowerment of HUE-MANEity.’ W.E. A.LL. B.E. SoulJAHs Award honorees included Mary Mitchell, Karanja Ajanaku, Anthony AMP Elmore, Rev. Dr. Earle Fisher, Dr. Louvisia Conley, James DEKE Pope, Cedric Moore & Justin J. Pearson. Entertainment was provided by gospel rapper Yung Praise.

On April 12, the annual wreath-laying ceremony took place at Memphis National Cemetery. WeAllBe started this tradition on April 12, 2016. Color guard, riderless horse, and 21-gun salute were provided by the Memphis Police Department. Former U.S. Marine Charley Wells masterfully played

Memphis Police Department officers presented the colors as well as a riderless horse (at right).

Popular and talented Memphis musician Suavo Jones soulfully played both the U.S. national anthem and the Black national anthem, “Lift Every Voice & Sing,” on his trombone unaccompanied. (Photos: Gary S. Whitlow/GSW Enterprises/Tri-State Defender)

“Taps.”

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Popular and talented Memphis musician Suavo Jones soulfully played both the U.S. national anthem and the Black national anthem, “Li Every Voice &

Sing,” on his trombone unaccompanied. Dr. Barbara Fitzhugh provided a soul-stirring rendition of “Amazing Grace,” and TN State Rep. Justin Pearson gave a tremendous speech that could have awakened the dead and electri ed the living souls gathered and listening within earshot.

Yung Praise rapped and sang his way into the hearts of those willing to receive his testimony. Names of the U.S. Colored Troops and white Union soldiers slaughtered were also read. Patricia Lee did a wonderful job as mistress of ceremonies. People honored with W.E. A.LL. B.E. SoulJAHs Awards at this event included TN State Rep. G.A. Hardaway, Joe Williams (Fort Pillow descendant), Head Fort Pillow Historic State Park Ranger Robby Tidwell, and the late great former TN State Sen. Reg-

inald Tate for ‘Using eir Creative Genius & Exceptional Dedicated Service For e Upli ment & Empowerment of HUE-MANEity.’

On April 13, WeAllBe organized the 160th Anniversary Fort Pillow Massacre program at Fort Pillow Historic State Park. Participants included Fort Pillow descendent Yulandia Burgess, Professor Gene Tinnie, and State Rep. G.A. Hardaway, among others. e names of those who lost their lives were read once again by the collective.

Professor Gene Tinnie was honored with a W.E. A.LL. B.E. SoulJAHs Award for ‘Using His Creative Genius & Exceptional Dedicated Service For e Upli ment & Empowerment of HUE-MANEity.’ A wreath-laying ceremony also took place on the actual battleground where the massacre took

place. Re ections were given. Dr. Fitzhugh, who performed “Amazing Grace” earlier, provided a beautiful rendition of the song “Memories” for this sober yet cathartic occasion. A military presentation was performed to conclude the ceremony.

In closing, please remember that words create worlds. With that said, I would like to o er these words of hope from Dr. Callie Herd, WeAllBe vice-president and the visionary behind the Fort Pillow Massacre Project:

“My faith is this: that one day, we, as Black people, will learn our culture, we’ll learn our history, we’ll understand that we should not be afraid of our history, but that we should take pride in it and we’ll be a culture like other cultures that teach it to the young ones.”

Participants pay their respects to the tragedy at Fort Pillow.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Shelby County Government has issued Sealed Bid number I000873, Turnout Gear & Accessories. Information regarding this Bid is located on the County’s website at www.shelbycountytn.gov . At the top of the home page, click on the dropdown box under “Business”, Click on “Purchasing” and “Bids” to locate the name of the above-described Sealed Bid.

SEALED BID-I000873 DUE DATE THURSDAY, MAY 23, 2024 AT 2:30 PM CDT (SB-I000873), Turnout Gear & Accessories (Fire Department)

Shelby County is an equal opportunity

affirmative action employer, drug-free with policies of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or military service.

By order of

LEE HARRIS, MAYOR SHELBY COUNTY GOVERNMENT

NOTICE TO BIDDERS

Shelby County Government has issued Sealed Bid number I000871, Ambulances for SCFD (Fire Department). Information regarding this Bid is located on the County’s website at www.shelbycountytn.gov . At the top of the home page, click on the dropdown box under

“Business”, Click on “Purchasing” and “Bids” to locate the name of the above-described Sealed Bid.

SEALED BID-I000871 DUE DATE WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 2024 AT 2:30 PM CDT (SB-I000871), Ambulances for SCFD (Fire Department)

Shelby County is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer, drug-free with policies of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability or military service.

By order of

LEE HARRIS, MAYOR SHELBY COUNTY GOVERNMENT

NOTICE TO BIDDER(S)

Sealed bids will be received by the Shelby County Government in the Department of Housing online until 9:30 a.m. on Friday, May 3, 2024, as shown below:

MULTIPLE AND ENTIRELY DIFFERENT LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION AND REHABILITATION JOBS ARE CONTAINED IN THIS BID NOTICE. BIDDER(S) MAY ELECT TO BID ON ANY OR ALL OF THE JOBS IN THE NOTICE.

SEALED BID I000874 DUE ONLINE AT 9:30 a.m. Friday, May 3, 2024

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1. Rehabilitation of Owner-Occupied Housing Units throughout Shelby County some of which may require the use of lead-safe work practices and techniques; and 2. Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Jobs.

Detailed specifications for the items above may be obtained through the Neighborly Portal beginning Friday, April 19, 2024. All bids will be opened and publicly read by the Shelby County Government at the time mentioned above at the Department of Housing, 6465 Mullins Station Road Memphis, TN 38134, (901) 222-7600; TTY Number (901) 222-2301; or for information in Spanish 901-222-7601. Award recommendations will be posted at the following website https://www.develop901.com/ housing upon review of the bid opening results.

As a condition precedent to bidding, each bidder must apply and qualify for a Vendor Number and Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) Eligibility Number prior to submitting your response.

We have now transitioned to conducting bids online through Neighborly. If you have not already signed up, you can do so at https://portal. neighborlysoftware.com/SHELBYCOUNTYTN/ contractor. All documents submitted must be current and uploaded into your Neighborly account. Bids submitted without all required documentation will be unacceptable. Paisley Pogue (Paisley.Pogue@shelbycountytn.gov or 901-222-7611) will be assisting with any questions you may have regarding uploading the documents.

All new contractors will need to register with the Neighborly portal in order for their bids to be accepted on projects. Interested contrac-

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tors not currently on the contractor list should contact the Department of Housing in order to schedule a meeting with the Housing Site Inspector.

Paper copies of bids are no longer available. The Department of Housing encourages participation from WBE, MBE, LOSB, and Section 3 Contractors under these rehabilitation programs.

The Shelby County Government reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities therein.

By order of

LEE HARRIS, MAYOR

SHELBY COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Scott Walkup, Administrator

NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF REAL PROPERTY BY SHELBY COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to T.C.A. §675-2507, that Shelby County Government has received an Offer to Purchase for the following property:

Myrtis Washington

Tax Parcel #: 08304300000210

Tax Sale #: 1904

Price Offered: $1,200

Terms: Cash

Additional Offers to Purchase, of at least ten

percent (10%) higher, may be submitted within Ten (10) working days of this notice. If additional offers are received during this ten (10) day period, all prospective Purchasers must attend a Public “Bid Off” at 11:30 a.m. on 6/5/2024, to be held in the Shelby County Land Bank Office, to determine the highest and best offer. The property shall thereafter be sold to the prospective Purchaser making the highest and best offer without warranties of any sort.

Shelby County Land Bank

1075 MULLINS STATION, BLDG. E-1 MEMPHIS, TN 38134 (901) 222-1150

NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF REAL PROPERTY BY

SHELBY COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to T.C.A. §675-2507, that Shelby County Government has received an Offer to Purchase for the following property:

Laporcha Comic

Tax Parcel #: 06103800000360

Tax Sale #: 1904

Price Offered: $3,000

Terms: Cash

Additional Offers to Purchase, of at least ten percent (10%) higher, may be submitted within Ten (10) working days of this notice. If additional offers are received during this ten (10) day period, all prospective Purchasers must attend a Public “Bid Off” at 11 a.m. on 5/30/2024, to be held in the Shelby County Land Bank Office, to determine the highest and best offer. The property shall thereafter be sold to the prospective Purchaser making the highest and best offer without warranties of any sort.

Shelby County Land Bank 1075 MULLINS STATION, BLDG. E-1 MEMPHIS, TN 38134 (901) 222-1150

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED SALE OF REAL PROPERTY BY

SHELBY COUNTY GOVERNMENT

Notice is hereby given, pursuant to T.C.A. §675-2507, that Shelby County Government has received an Offer to Purchase for the following property:

Dellguan Coleman

Tax Parcel #: 05007700000140

Tax Sale #: 1803

Price Offered: $4,000

Terms: Cash

Additional Offers to Purchase, of at least ten percent (10%) higher, may be submitted within Ten (10) working days of this notice. If additional offers are received during this ten (10) day period, all prospective Purchasers must attend a Public “Bid Off” at 9 a.m. on 6/6/2024, to be

held in the Shelby County Land Bank Office, to determine the highest and best offer. The property shall thereafter be sold to the prospective Purchaser making the highest and best offer without warranties of any sort.

Shelby County Land Bank

1075 MULLINS STATION, BLDG. E-1 MEMPHIS, TN 38134 (901) 222-1150

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