15th Annual
Community Service Awards
Honoring
Public Service:
William Broughton, Police Dept.
Battalion Chief Michael Weiss, Fire Dept.
Kevin Arahill, DPW • Israel (Izzy) Infield, TVAC
Marion Baker
Teaneck’s Military Veterans
Valerie J. Johnson
Woman of the Year
Thorn Ellerbe
Man of the Year
Dr. Christopher A. Capuano / FDU
Education
Louis Santos & Nicholas Wilkerson
Youth Achievement
Dr. Sharyn Lewin
Healer the Year
Michael Maron
Humanitarian of the Year
Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe
Business of the Year
Tristan Anderson
1st Annual Mayor Lizette Philips Parker Memorial Award
Ray Turkin
Presidential Award
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September 29, 2016
Marriott - Glenpointe
Teaneck, NJ
Fairleigh Dickinson
University
Salutes its
New President
Dr. Christopher A. Capuano
and applauds the
work of the
Teaneck Chamber of Commerce
Metropolitan Campus, Teaneck, N.J.
Florham Campus, Madison, N.J.
Wroxton College, Oxfordshire, England
Vancouver Campus, British Columbia, Canada
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PO Box 224  Teaneck, New Jersey 07666
Tel: (201) 801-0012  Fax: (201) 907-0870
[email protected]
www.teaneckchamber.org
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Dear Friends,
Here we are celebrating our 15th Annual Community Awards Dinner. This year, amongst our impressive
list of honorees, we are especially proud to have joining us Michael Maron, president and CEO of Holy
Name Medical Center; Dr. Christopher Capuano, president of FDU and the Teaneck Marriott at
Glenpointe. Each of these organizations play an important role in our community from a Class A
hospital (sorry Omnia) providing a multitude of services to our community and residents to FDU that
has history in the community with international connections and the Marriott who has hosted so many
of our community’s organizations and events. Each of these three have given back to our community
in multiple ways, and much of which we may have taken for granted. We are so fortunate to have
them call Teaneck their home. They are just three examples of larger businesses that are anchored
here in Teaneck. To balance out the equation, we have many smaller businesses, organizations and
individuals who also have given quite a bit back to our community, each in their own ways, each
making an impact.
With the annual Community Awards Dinner, it is our goal to bring everyone together in an informally,
formal way. Have fun, an evening out, supporting our community, meeting those that have made a
difference, make connections, embark on new adventures and possibly be an inspiration for others.
When we hear that folks who have never met before our dinners, managed to make contact and
realize the many collaborative opportunities that are available, we can sit back at the chamber and
realize that we are accomplishing one of our goals of having Business, Community and Government
working together. As President of the Chamber for the past few years, I realize that we may not be
on everybody's radar, yet we are very proud of all that we have accomplished even if many of our
efforts have not been noticed or credited back to us. What is important to me and the Chamber is
that we made a difference.
For those of you that have attended our dinners over the years, you have seen some of the changes,
you have shared in the honor of meeting many of the folks and businesses that have helped shape
our community, for those of you that are new, please do not view this as a one-time opportunity to
be here to be supportive of a friend or a loved one, we hope that you join us at future events as
well as taking part in the nomination process for 2017. We all make a difference from those that are
honored, to those that attend. At the end of the day we are all family and personally, that is what I
enjoy about Teaneck and my 40+ years here.
Thanks to my fellow officers and board members: Jenny, Yolanda, Allen, Tamarha, Patrick, Handan,
Craig, Matt, Grace, Garry, Liz, Fernando and Mary. And thank you for sharing your evening with us.
Enjoy the evening.
Larry Bauer
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The Teaneck Chamber Of Commerce
Would Like To Thank:
Our Sponsors
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Five Star Premier Residences of Teaneck
Bogota Savings Bank
Asian Women’s Christian Association
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Signage
Kunath Sign Co.
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Photographers
Ray Turkin
Janet Joyner
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Kosher Meals
Ma’adan
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Media Sponsor
New Jersey Links
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DJ
Robert Jones
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National Anthem
Gabbi Benjamin
Black Box Studios
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Additional thanks
Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe
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You
For joining us to make this a most memorable evening
Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress;
working together is success.
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Teaneck Chamber of Commerce
2016
Larry Bauer
Bauer Printing Company
PRESIDENT
Jennifer Glass
Credit Cards, NJ
VICE-PRESIDENT
Yolanda Andrews
Five Star Premier Residences of Teaneck
SECRETARY
Allen Ezrapour
Citibank, Paramus - AVP, Area Business Manager
TREASURER
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Tamarha Ellerbe
Homewatch CareGivers
Patrick Finnegan
Holy Name Medical Center-Gift Shop
Mary Franck
Arbor Terrace
Handan Koch
Oritani Bank - Teaneck
Craig Mourton
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Matt Okin
Black Box Studios
Grace Ramsey
Bogota Savings Bank
Garry Salomon
Davis, Saperstein & Salomon PC
Liz Santos
Residential Home Funding Corp.
Fernando Sosa
HaonTech.com LLC
Mayor Mohammed Hameeduddin
Council Liason
Web-Site
Facebook
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Teaneck Chamber of Commerce
Mission Statement
The founders of the Teaneck Chamber of Commerce were aware that
an organization of this type is only as strong as the combined voice of
its members. To maximize the Chamber’s influence, we actively seek
the participation of every potential member, business owner,
professional, services, non-profits and home based business. As well
as reach out to the Township and community at large.
The Teaneck Chamber of Commerce are the eyes, the ears and the
voice of Teaneck’s business, professional and industrial community.
Purpose
To represent the business community of Teaneck in an ongoing effort
to maintain and expand the business environment.
To act for and on behalf of the business community of Teaneck
municipal affairs representing the common interests of the business
people in Teaneck.
To favor legislation that is in the best interest of the business
community at the municipal, county, state and national levels and to
oppose legislation that is not.
To take whatever steps are deemed necessary to portray Teaneck as
an attractive community that serves the needs of the business
community as well as it’s residents.
To organize and sponsor events or promotions to benefit the various
businesses, not-for-profit community organizations and professions
in Teaneck and to give new businesses the opportunity to establish
relationships with colleagues in the community.
To welcome new residents to Teaneck and to acquaint them with the
business and professional advantages of their new community and to
help ease their transition into the community.
To promote integrity and good faith, just and equitable principles in
business and professional activity and to acquire, preserve and
distribute civic, social, commercial and economic statistics and
information of value on behalf of the Teaneck business and
professional community.
Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress;
working together is success.
Henry Ford
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Community Service Awards Dinner
September 29, 2016
Marriott - Glenpointe • Teaneck, New Jersey
As a courtesy to our honorees and guests, kindly turn off all cell phones, refrain from making or
receiving calls in the ballroom while the program is in session. Kindly avoid speaking or texting
(unless an emergency) while speeches or presentations are given. Thank-you
PROGRAM
Welcome
Pledge of Allegiance
Marion Baker, Teaneck’s Military Veterans
Gabbi Benjamin, National Anthem
Invocation
Introductory Remarks
Sponsor Acknowledgments
Presidential Award
Ray Turkin
DINNER
Awards Presentation
William Broughton, Police Dept.
Battalion Chief Michael Weiss, Fire Dept.
Kevin Arahill, DPW
Israel (Izzy) Infield, TVAC
Tristan Anderson, Mayor Lizette Philips Parker Memorial Award
Valerie J. Johnson, Woman of the Year
Thorn Ellerbe, Man of the Year
Dr. Sharyn Lewin, Healer of the Year
Louis Santos & Nicholas Wilkerson, Youth Achievement
Dr. Christopher A. Capuano / FDU, Education
Michael Maron, Humanitarian of the Year
Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe, Business of the Year
CONCLUSION
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Mohammed Hameeduddin, Mayor
Municipal Building  818 Teaneck Road • Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone: 201-362-5863  e-mail: [email protected]
For additional information, visit: http://www.teanecknj.gov
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William Broughton
Township Manager
William Broughton is Township Manager for the Township of Teaneck. He
is the 7th person to hold this unique position since 1931. As Township
Manager, William oversees the day-to-day operations of all Township
departments including police, fire, public works and administers an annual
budget of over $70 million.
William is no stranger to Teaneck. He was raised on Hubert Terrace and
attended Teaneck Public Schools, graduating from Teaneck High School in
1980.
Prior to becoming the Chief Executive Officer of the Township of Teaneck,
he spent 26 years in Law Enforcement. William started his career as a
patrolman in Teaneck in 1983. He rose to the rank of Sergeant in 1988. In 1991, William’s Law Enforcement career
took another leap to the rank of Detective Lieutenant, where he led the Juvenile Bureau. In 1994, he was assigned to
the Detective Bureau, where he served as Commander of all adult criminal investigations.
William was promoted to Captain in 2003, heading Auxiliary Services which included administration, budget, facilities,
and equipment for the Teaneck Police Department. Recognized as a high potential executive in Law Enforcement,
William’s career took a ten-fold leap in responsibility in 2005, when he was sought out by the newly-elected Sheriff
and accepted the position of Chief of Department at the Bergen County Sheriff’s office. He was responsible for the
budget, capital projects, court security, prisoner transportation, facilities security, crime scene investigations, warrant
and process services, as well as internal affairs. In 2009, William retired from the Sheriff’s Office as an Undersheriff.
William is a proud recipient of the Bergen County NAACP’s Reverend Edward P. Dixon III Community Service Award.
Additionally, he has received numerous other commendations and resolutions throughout his Law Enforcement career.
William received his BS degree in Criminal Justice from New Jersey City University and earned a Master of
Administrative Science Degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University. He is a Certified Public Manager, Registered
Municipal Clerk and a member of the New Jersey Municipal Management Association. William serves on the Finance
and Ushers ministries of his church and is proud to live a life grounded in the word of God. He is married to his soul
mate and best friend, Sandy. They have four children, Stephen, Tyler, Gabrielle and Ariana. 
William Broughton is currently the Township Manager and was nominated by the Teaneck
Police Department to be the recipient this year’s Police Department honor. This in a way is a
double honor as Mr. Broughton was a former Teaneck police officer.
POLICE DEPARTMENT: Robert A. Carney, Chief of Police
Police Headquarters  900 Teaneck Road • Teaneck, NJ 07666
To Report an Emergency: 9-1-1
General Business: 201-837-2600
Detective Bureau: 201-837-2565
Community Policing: 201-837-8759
Juvenile Bureau:
201-833-0495
Crime Stoppers:
201-833-4222
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TOWNSHIP MANAGER: William Broughton
Municipal Building  818 Teaneck Road  Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone: 201.837.1600 ext 1001  Fax: 201.837.9547
For additional information, visit: http://www.teanecknj.gov
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Battalion Chief Michael Weiss
Teaneck Fire Department
Michael Weiss is honored to receive the 2016 Chamber
of Commerce Award on behalf of the Teaneck Fire
Department.
Battalion Chief Weiss has proudly served the Township
Fire Department for the past 22 years. Beginning as a
Firefighter and working his way through the ranks, now
holding the position of Battalion Chief for the last three
years. His dedication and love for his career has grown
with every passing year. Schooling, training and on the job experience
has made him extremely proud to serve and happy to assist the
community with every day. “Seeing that you can make a difference in
someone’s life makes going to work very easy.” In addition to his duties
as a Battalion Chief, he also assists with managing needed renovations
at Fire Headquarters, Fire Station 2 and Fire Station 4.
BC Weiss is a second generation firefighter in Teaneck. His father
Edward is a retired Deputy Chief from the Department, serving 27
years. His mother Mary also served the community, as the Township
Secretary under then Manager Werner Schmidt. His parents met while
working in Teaneck and raised their family here. Michael grew up in
Teaneck along with his four siblings, all participating in many of the
township recreational programs and all graduating from Teaneck High
School. Growing up in Teaneck was a wonderful and one of a kind
experience. “You were able to get a real sense of what a community is
all about, which makes it an honor and a privilege to serve and give
back whenever I can”. Michael joined the Teaneck Fire Department in
October 1994, at the age of 29, was promoted to Lieutenant in
February of 2006, Captain in March 2010 and Battalion Chief in
October of 2013. He currently commands the 3rd Platoon. He resides in
Mahwah with his wife Cindy and daughters Hannah and Leah.
Battalion Chief Weiss is always proud to call Teaneck “home”. He has
always been proud to serve alongside his fellow firefighters, past &
present and to protect the residents of Teaneck and continue to make
Teaneck one of the best communities to raise a family. 
FIRE DEPARTMENT: Anthony Verley, Fire Chief
Fire Headquarters  1231 Teaneck Road • Teaneck, NJ 07666
Non-emergency: 201-808-8080
To report a fire: 9-1-1 or 201-837-7783
For additional information, visit: http://www.teanecknj.gov
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Kevin Arahill
Department of Public Works
Kevin Arahill was born in Jersey City and raised in
Dumont, New Jersey where he graduated from Dumont
High School in 1986. He completed his civil service
electrician examination in 1991 and was offered a
position within the Teaneck Dept. of Public Works as an
Electrician in September of 1992. Kevin moved to
Vernon, New Jersey in 1992 where he currently resides
with his wife Eileen and two daughters Meghan and
Marissa. He has been an active participant in his
Vernon Valley Lake community serving as both a ten-year member of
the lake’s Board of Trustees and the swim team manager for many
years. He enjoys outdoor activities like: hiking, kayaking, and skiing. He
especially enjoys doing them with his dog, Maya. In 1996, Kevin sat for
and passed the New Jersey Master Electrician Exam and is currently a
NJ licensed electrical contractor. Kevin completed testing for the
Assistant Supervisor position and was promoted in 1999. At that time,
Kevin was assigned to the maintenance department and later was
transferred to the Roads department for Public Work. Kevin was later
promoted to the Supervisors Position in 2006 where he continued to
work in the Roads Dept. until he was assigned to the Tree Supervisors
position. Kevin’s most recent promotion to Assistant Superintendent was
in 2010. He is currently working as the assistant to the Director of Public
Works in the position of Operations Manager. Most recently, in 2015,
Kevin attended the Certified Public Works Manager Program at Rutgers
University where he sat for a test and received certification as a
CPWM. In September, Kevin will begin classes to become a certified
recycling professional and looks forward to many more years of service
to the residents of Teaneck. 
DEPARTMENT of PUBLIC WORKS: Mr. Fran Wilson, Director
Public Works  1600 River Road  Teaneck, NJ 07666
Phone: DPW (201) 837-1600, Ext. 1727
Recycling Information: (201) 837-1600, Ext. 1946
For additional information, visit: http://www.teanecknj.gov
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Israel “Izzy” Infield
Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corps (TVAC)
Izzy joined TVAC 5 years ago at the age of 16. Being the eldest of three to his
parents, Terry & Mark and older brother to twin sisters, Chani & Malki, he
makes them proud of all he has accomplished day after day. Following in his
father's footsteps as he, himself has been an EMT for over 30 years.
Since joining the ambulance corps in 2011, he has served on the Operations
Committee as second lieutenant, first lieutenant & captain...Working alongside
other emergency services in town and coordinating with mutual respect. From
standing by at local events and requests with the ambulance to spearheading
squad team building activities such as the annual TVAC Fundraising Carwash and
continuing the annual football game at thanksgiving...Izzy continued his
dedication to serving and going above and beyond with emergency drills and
trainings to the new probationary members as well. When he first started, he
immersed himself into the day to day operations of the ambulance corps. Learning all he could and passing that along
as a crew chief. Most who have worked in emergency services...have that one call that impacts their life, that puts all
the training into effect and perspective. For Izzy, that was the January 2015 ice storm that crippled the area with the
50 car pile up on Interstate 95...Izzy was captain at the time, and served as EMS Command coordinating with state
police & other emergency agencies. With limited resources, his partner, a lifetime member improvised and did an
unbelievable job. This call led him to where he is today...continuing his need to serve.
After Operations Izzy wanted to see how behind the scenes operated on the Administrative Committee. He served as
interim secretary many times for meetings and was elected president in 2014...which coincided with the volunteer
ambulance corps 75th anniversary. As president, Izzy was exposed to how the organization works overall, facilitating
meetings and establishing a productive relationship with other agencies. In addition, He has been the chairman of the
Radios & Communications committee, ensuring radios and pagers are in proper working order. He was instrumental in
the edispatch program the ambulance corps uses to alert members to multiple calls and emergency alerts. When TVAC
was ready to purchase a new ambulance, it was no surprise Izzy was appointed to the Rig Purchase committee. His
work alongside his mentor on the Rig Maintenance committee, prepared him for this.
Izzy has received several awards and commendations that include numerous CPR saves, Narcan saves, 2 Meritorious
service awards, a Valor award, a stork pin for assisting in the safe delivery of a baby boy and TVAC's highest honor,
the Walter Pinches Leadership Award...named after a lifetime member that dedicated his time & life to service and
grooming younger members to one day follow. To date, Izzy has taken over 4000 calls during his time at TVAC. He
continues to dedicate his time and effort in leading the corps as a top 10 responder every year.
In his tenure and service at TVAC, Izzy has graduated from high school, went on a spiritual journey to Israel, taken
college course which led him to apply for and was accepted in the Fire Academy. He is trained and certified in
vehicle extrication and hazardous materials. He is currently a volunteer firefighter in Bergenfield and is hoping to
make this his profession. All of this goes without saying, Izzy's dedication to serving his community is
unquestionable. The Teaneck Volunteer Ambulance Corps is very proud of this accolade for Izzy. He is humbled by this
honor and is grateful to the Chamber of Commerce for this award. 
TEANECK VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE CORPS (TVAC)
Phone: (201) 837-2600
(This is the Teaneck Police Dept. phone number. Simply ask for TVAC)
EMERGENCY call 9-1-1
For additional information, visit: http://www.teaneckvac.org/
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RET. SCF. Marion Baker
Teaneck’s Military Veterans
Marion Baker honorably served in the United States
Army. Marion is the father of two sons and one
daughter and soon to be a grandfather. He tried to
encourage his children to serve their country but
was told they served when he served. They learned
and lived in countries overseas – Germany and
Thailand, in the states of Texas, New Jersey and
Louisiana.
Marion served in Vietnam – 25th Inf. Division, went from Vietnam to Ft.
Polk, LA to be a Drill Sgt. for four years - after Ft. Polk back to
Germany, left Germany and went to Ft. Monmouth, NJ and then to Fort
Hood, TX –left Ft. Hood, TX and went to Thailand, then back to
Germany. Marion stayed in Germany for 4 and ½ yrs with family
working Military Intelligence, Chemical Combat Unit. Marion ended his
tour with wife and children with visits to France, Austria, Luxembourg,
Munich, and Switzerland. The trip provided Marion and family with a
stay in Hong Kong. Marion retired in May 1985.
Marion retired at a young age. Marion couldn’t sit at home. He began
his second career – over the years he worked at several businessBogota High School, Nabisco, Fairleigh Dickinson University, The Record
and finally Quest Diagnostics. Today, Marion is “Really Retired”.
Marion received the New Jersey Service Medal and Bergen County
Military Service Medal. Marion is a member of the Veterans of Foreign
Wars and the American Legion. He served in the community as coach for
Biddy Basketball, Teaneck Red Devils Football, Teaneck Baseball
Organization, Teaneck Southern Baseball League and Teaneck Patriotic
Observance Board. As a veteran he knows the importance of service to
his country and community. 
Dropping Names - In support of the Teaneck Community
Congratulations All!
Teaneck Road Business-Community Alliance
Teaneck Road-Gateway to Teaneck |
201.837.7364
Congratulations
Hugh Scott’s Annual Oscar Party & Fundraisers, Inc.
[email protected]
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Tristan Anderson
Mayor Lizette Phillips Parker Memorial Award
Tristan Anderson, currently in his 1st year in college:
• Peer leader
• Senator in the student government,
• Chairman of the black and Latino Committee,
• President of Club SI (Summer Intensive Program)
• Director of fellowship for Phi theta Kappa.
As a recent graduate of Teaneck High School, he held a GPA of over 4.0, ranking
him in the top 10% of his senior class, garnering him a spot in the NJSTAR
Program and a position in the Prestigious National Honor Society.
At Teaneck High School, he was:
• President of the Black Youth Organization (BYO),
• Public Relations Officer for two consecutive years for Student Council,
• Cabinet member for three consecutive years of the mentoring organization known as S.O.L.V.E (Student Obtaining
Leadership Values Effectively)
• Chairman of the Township of Teaneck Youth Advisory Board (YAB) where he worked closely with the former Mayor,
Ms. Lisette Phillips Parker.
At THS, participated in the Peer Leadership Program, these are individuals selected from a group of highly motivated
students in their junior year to promote respect, understanding and harmony within the student community. As
seniors, they designed and developed outreach sessions geared towards incoming freshmen.
In addition, he mentored for The Heroes & Cool Kids Organization. A not-for-profit program utilizing the services of
current and former professional athletes, whose personal life experiences enable them to train high school student
leaders to mentor to middle school students on important life skills. This included sportsmanship, conflict resolution
and positive lifestyle choices highlighting drug, alcohol and tobacco prevention.
During his time in the Teaneck school system, he participated in the movement for justice and equality by
participating in protests and rallies, stood with senior citizens to protest the cutting of their services, spoke at council
meetings on the behalf of custodians, spoke out against unfair court decisions and volunteered for TCT (Teaneck
Comes Together). This multi-talented young man, with his outstanding academic performance and other
responsibilities, worked tirelessly in his community, mentoring, tutoring at the middle and high school levels and
volunteering to the tune of over 500 hours.
Upon graduation, he was inducted into the Teaneck High School Hall of Fame,
 Awarded a Certificate of Appreciation from the Teaneck Board of Education
 Awarded a Certificate of Achievement from the Urban League of Bergen County
 Awarded the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity scholarship Award for Excellence
 Awarded The Mayoral Youth Award for Recognition and Appreciation for years of Community Service
Awarded a Citation/Commendation and Praise for Superior Academic Achievement from the State of New Jersey
Senate and General Assembly.
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Mayor Lizette Phillips Parker Memorial Award
With the assistance and support of her family, the Teaneck Chamber of Commerce’s
Mayor Lizette Phillips Parker Memorial Award has been created. This permanent
addition to the annual awards program recognizes a Teaneck youth between the ages
of 14 and 22 who has demonstrated significant commitment to community service in
the township she loved. Our eternal gratitude goes out to Dolores Phillips, Mayor
Parker’s mother; Tony Parker, Mayor Parker’s husband; and Timothy Arline, Mayor
Parker’s brother for allowing us to honor Mayor Parker’s memory by commemorating
her two most valued initiatives - youth empowerment and community service.
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Dr. Sharyn Lewin
Healer of the Year
Even as young as 8 years old, Dr. Sharyn Lewin knew she wanted to become a
women’s health physician and follow the medical calling of her grandmother, Dr.
Gerda Bruno, who was a pioneering gynecologist and women’s health advocate in
Manhattan in the 1940s and 1950s. Discussions between Dr. Bruno and her
granddaughter about the important role that a female gynecologist can play in a
woman’s life solidified Dr. Lewin’s decision to pursue gynecologic oncology, the
specialization that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of
gynecologic cancers.
A native of Kansas, Dr. Lewin earned her medical degree at the University of Kansas School of Medicine
and completed her residency at Washington University School of Medicine/Barnes Jewish Hospital in St.
Louis. A four-year gynecologic oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, followed
by a faculty position at NY-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Medical Center, brought her back
full circle to Washington Heights, where her grandmother had opened her own practice in 1936.
Recruited in 2014 to lead and expand the Holy Name Medical Center Regional Cancer Center’s Department
of Gynecologic Oncology, Dr. Lewin is dedicated to ensuring that women with gynecologic cancers receive
comprehensive, holistic care that not only focuses on expert medical and surgical services, but
compassionate, supportive care as well. Her acumen in performing laparoscopic and robotic surgery to
treat complex gynecologic cancers and related malignancies of the upper abdomen and pelvic area is
recognized both nationally and locally. An authority on hereditary breast and ovarian cancer syndrome
(which increases one’s risk for ovarian and other cancers among those who carry the BRCA breast cancer
genes), Dr. Lewin has presented at national medical conventions. As President and Executive Director of
the non-profit Lewin Fund to Fight Women’s Cancers®, she is dedicated to eliminating medical, economic,
and psychosocial challenges faced by women with cancer.
Dr. Lewin is one of only a few gynecologic oncologists in New Jersey who provide surgery and
chemotherapy, enabling her to offer continuous care over each patient’s lifetime. She also uses novel
therapies, such as targeted agents that act on cancer cells or obstruct their growth, including PARP
inhibitors that enhance the effectiveness of chemotherapy in women who carry the BRCA gene mutation.
Dr. Lewin encourages all her patients to try integrative therapies at the HNMC Regional Cancer Center,
including massage, acupuncture, nutrition education, counseling support, guided imagery, and yoga.
Her persistence in educating, motivating, and advocating for women-focused health care has extended
from national medical meetings and forums in New Jersey to women’s and Jewish organizations and
HNMC’s Asian Health Services here in Teaneck and the surrounding community. Citing national statistics
that only half of all women in the U.S. see a gynecologist yearly, Dr. Lewin stresses the importance of
preventive screenings in lowering cancer mortality rates. “With Pap smears and HPV vaccines, cervical
cancer should no longer even exist,” she says.
Dr. Lewin’s commitment to extending and saving women’s lives through increased education and access to
expert gynecologic care, prevention and early detection services, and research-supported new treatments
makes her our nominee for the Teaneck Chamber of Commerce Physician/Healer of the Year Award. 
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Louis Santos
Youth Achievement
Louis Santos is a THS senior who enjoys computer science,
mathematics, physics, and trumpet playing. His dream is to
attend MIT, then pursue penetration testing -- the infiltration of
computer networks to identify and secure vulnerabilities.
Before moving to Teaneck in seventh grade, Louis lived in
Ridgefield Park and East Rutherford. He began playing the
trumpet in fourth grade and sounding Taps in sixth grade when
his band teacher was asked by the fire department to provide
a Taps bugler.
Louis joined TJMS' Concert and Jazz Bands when he moved to
Teaneck, becoming the principal trumpeter. He was also accepted into the
Advanced Math Seminar. In the summers after seventh and eighth grades, Louis
attended the Gramercy Brass Band Camp. In eighth grade, Louis auditioned for
the Bergen County Middle School Band, becoming a section leader.
Upon entering high school, he entered the TEAMS Academy. He joined the
concert, marching, and invitation-only jazz and pit bands, which he remained
committed to during his sophomore and junior years. (Pit band was not offered
junior year.) After freelancing for years, he was accepted into Bugles Across
America, a national organization of volunteer Taps buglers. He spent his first
summer with the Teaneck Community Band and his first year with Teaneck
Comes Together, Inc. He remains a member of both.
Sophomore year, Louis left TEAMS, with the support of the Teaneck BOE, to
immerse himself in a more heavily math-centric curriculum. He attended a
Saturday morning computer class at NJIT. He joined Interact and the Youth
Advisory Board. During that summer, he was accepted into and attended
CCNY's STEM program, discovering his admiration for physics.
In junior year, Louis was granted the Making a Difference to Youth Award by
Teaneck Comes Together, Inc. He was accepted into the NHS and given the
Bausch and Lomb Honorary Science Award, granting him a minimum scholarship
of $40,000 if he attends University of Rochester. Louis has completed
approximately 115 documented and numerous undocumented community
service hours over the past three years and sounded Taps approximately 30
times in NJ and NY. His current gpa is 4.67. This summer, Louis is interning with
the IT Director of RHFC and attended a Computer Science program at Stevens
Institute of Technology and an overnight program at Rochester Institute of
Technology.
This fall, he will be attending the highly selective Science Honors Program at
Columbia University, hopefully attending MIT's WISE program, and finishing his
early application for MIT proper. 
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Nicholas Wilkerson
Youth Achievement
Nicholas Wilkerson is the youngest of three children. He was
born in Teaneck, NJ. His two older sisters and his parents
fostered a sense of community activism and volunteering in him
at a young age. When he was eight, he organized a
community sporting goods toy drive for the kids at the shelter
and was volunteering at Helping Hands Food Pantry's food
drives. At nine, he spearheaded an initiative called Valentines
for Veterans/Smiles for Soldiers, sending cards to the troops
abroad and in VA hospitals for Valentine's Day. That initiative
has continued for years, with thousands of cards have been
sent to soldiers every February. After developing an interest in
technology and media, he began volunteering those skills with his church. He
also became a counselor at his youth groups Vacation Bible School.
Within the past few years he worked on the Get Out the Vote Campaign, and
gave a moving sermon at his church. Nicholas is an alumni member of
the Alpha Achievers Club & hosted the Men of Distinction panel discussion
where local leaders engaged with young adults to create bonds in the
community and prepare them for the future. Now, Nicholas is excited to
contribute his time and energy to an internship in the Senator's office and is
eager to see his and his colleagues' efforts make a difference on a larger
scale. He currently continues to volunteer every week at the Helping Hands
Food Pantry. He says he volunteers because "it makes me feel good making
other people feel good." In his spare time, Nicholas enjoys football, hockey,
basketball, baseball, and soccer, he plays the baritone saxophone in his high
school band, is an active member of his church, and (little known fact: an avid
Bridge player). He is a very grateful to be receiving this award tonight and he
looks forward to continuing to help the community. 
Gabbi Benjamin
Black Box Studios - Teaneck
Gabbi Benjamin, currently a Junior at The Frisch School,
made her Black Box Studios debut at 11 years old in
1776. Since then, she has honed her craft in several
Black Box Studios productions including The Secret Garden (Mary Lennox), Fiddler On The Roof (Chava), Our
Town (Howie Newsome), Les Miserables (Eponine),
Rent (Angel), and most recently Hair (Crissy). She and
her co-performers are currently in rehearsals for the
next Black Box Studios teen musical, American Idiot, which opens in November. 
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Valerie J. Johnson
Woman of the Year
Valerie J. Johnson is a longtime resident of Bergen
County, NJ. She is a graduate of the University of New
Haven (CT) with a degree in psychology and music.
Valerie is also a graduate of the Master of Science in
Educational Technology program at Ramapo College
(NJ) and holds a New Jersey Supervisory Certification.
She has done extensive post-graduate work as well.
Valerie is a New Jersey designated Highly Qualified
sixth grade teacher at the Thomas Jefferson Middle
School in Teaneck. She has served the Thomas Jefferson Middle School students
as advisor to the Student Council and school newspaper. Valerie is a cofounder and former co-advisor of S.T.E.P.S. Girls Mentoring Group. Valerie is
currently the co-director of the Drama Club which produces between one and
three productions each year. Additionally, Valerie is a building association
representative for the Teaneck Township Education Association, the local
teachers union. One of her career highlights is that she was selected by the late
Mayor Lizette Parker as the 2015 Educator of the Year as part of the mayor’s
Making a Difference in the Community Awards.
Valerie is a lifetime member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., a public
service sorority. She has served the Bergen County Alumnae Chapter in elected
and appointed positions for more than 25 yeathe New Jersey Statewide
Founders Day.
Valerie serves God and His people as a minister, worship leader and
department coordinator at Christian International Church of rs, including first
and second vice president, as well as chairperson of the Membership Services
and Social Action committees. Valerie is one of the chapter coordinators for
Lincoln Park, NJ. She has participated in the drama and prayer ministries and is
now the department coordinator for the education department.
Valerie writes, directs, sings and acts in multimedia theater productions; she
writes music and records professionally as well. She is currently writing a onewoman show which will include music, comedy and drama. She has the pleasure
of performing with her sister, Dr. Stephanie A. Johnson in Every 21 Days: Yoga,
Cancer and Me to benefit cancer research and treatment. The original piece
was written by Dr. Johnson.
Valerie is on the Board of Trustees of Teaneck Comes Together (TCT) and is the
Recording Secretary of Teaneck’s Enslaved Africans Memorial Committee.
Valerie is the proud mother of two sons, Matthew and William, who are her
pride and joy; as well as being the world’s happiest mother-in-love to Destinee.
This summer, Valerie celebrated the birth of her first grandchild, Ezra Lawrence.
She is pleased to be godmother to 13 and to count hundreds more children and
adults as her school and church children where she is affectionately called
“Mama Val”. 
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Thornton Rhodes Ellerbe
Man of the Year
Thorn Ellerbe was born on August 18, 1960 in Manhattan
NYC to Edward and Delores Ellerbe. He is the oldest of
three children, Stacey lives in Florida and Leslie lives in East
Brunswick, NJ. He went thru the Teaneck school system
starting at age 5 where he attended Copley nursery school,
Longfellow elementary, Bryant school (6 th grade), Benjamin
Franklin Jr High and Teaneck High school graduating in
1978. He went on to attend Graham Jr. College in Boston
to play basketball and pursue a degree in Recording
Engineering. He later transferred and graduated from
American University in Washington DC in 1982 with an
Electrical Engineering & Audio Technology degree. He is also a member of
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity
He quickly began working for the IT industry with IBM, Raytheon Data Systems,
and Hewlett Packard, where he retired from, after 21 years in a variety of
sales and later as a Global Sales Manager positions. During his tenure at HP,
he was awarded the Club Achievers Award yearly; and later was fortunate to
receive the coveted Presidents Club Award for top sales consultants in HP’s
worldwide sales force of over 10,000.
On August 19, 1989 he married the love of his life, Tamarha DeMeza. They
are blessed to have two amazing children, daughter Martina, currently in her
second year of law school at Ohio State University. Their son Jordan is currently
a junior at UMass where he maintains a 3.2 GPA.
In 2009, they decided to change career paths and open up Homewatch
CareGivers, a home care services agency for all ages and conditions. After the
challenges with caring for Tamarha's own mother in the last few years of her
life, they envisioned a company that would make such endeavors less stressful,
better customized for the patient’s needs and a resource for the entire family.
They opened Homewatch CareGivers in Teaneck with the hope of making a
difference in people's lives each and every time they enter a home.
Homewatch CareGivers is recognized as the premier provider of home care
services in Bergen County. Thorn is very involved with the senior population,
and offers his services and experiences in a variety of board and supporting
roles.
Thorn enjoys coaching youth basketball, helping seniors, spending time with
family and friends, helping the Rotary Club, cooking, and playing golf. 
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Marriott - Glenpointe
Business of the Year
TEANECK MARRIOTT AT GLENPOINTE UNVEILS A
MODERN RENOVATION TO ITS GUESTROOMS
The project updated, modernized and enhanced
every aspect of guestrooms
Teaneck, NJ – [Feb. 2016] – Alfred Sanzari Enterprises,
owner and developer of Glenpointe, and hotel management
company White Lodging are pleased to announce the
completion of an extensive multimillion dollar renovation
to the 353 guestrooms at the Teaneck Marriott at
Glenpointe.
The renovation includes updates to every aspect of the oversized guestrooms at the hotel through
contemporary modifications including new furniture, bathroom fixtures, flooring, increased electrical
outlets and USB placement and luxurious showers. Every guestroom now includes mini fridges and safes,
making the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe the perfect location for the guest who travels for business but
expects the comfort of home.
“We look forward to taking our proven recipe of exceptional guest service and combining it with our
beautifully appointed guestrooms to become your home away from home when traveling to the northern
New Jersey area,” said General Manager Keith H. Shopnick. “It’s also been great to see the initial reaction
from our guests and associates, who have been impressed and energized by the new updates.”
The hotel also features the exclusive Marriott M Club. Open 24/7 with key access, the sleek and modern M
Club Lounge has connectivity and technology to meet business professionals’ every need. This includes
complimentary high-speed Internet access and wireless printing capabilities; four televisions; a boarding
pass printing station; and business services such as computers, phone, fax, scanner and copier. Ample
comfortable seating provides guests with convenient access to USB ports and Kube Systems' portable
charging stations. M Club Lounge guests have access to complimentary daily breakfast, a variety of grab
and go items, self-serve Starbucks’ single brew coffee drinks and a selection of evening snacks including a
selection of hot hors d’oeuvres; additionally, a range of beers, wines and cocktails are also available for a
nominal fee.
The hotel, located at 100 Frank W. Burr Blvd., is just three miles from the George Washington Bridge and
15 minutes from Manhattan. The full-service hotel is ideal for getaways, business meetings and social
functions with 21 meeting and event rooms in the hotel, totaling 26,500 sq. ft. of meeting space, which can
accommodate up to 1,200 people. Connected to both the Glenpointe Spa & Fitness Center and the
Glenpointe office buildings, the hotel property was ranked among the Top 2 percent out of 358 Marriott
hotels nationwide in the brand’s Event Satisfaction Survey. 
TRISTAN ANDERSON (Continued from page 14)
His philosophy is that to help a community, you have to try to understand their pains, experiences and be open to
their ideas first and foremost, because without their input or buy in, you are not truly "solving" the problem. It is
important to be inclusive and to not take over assuming you always know what is best. Additionally, don’t simply
provide the "fish' but teach them to fish and the solution will truly be long term. Tristan Anderson is currently the
2016 Newman Civic Fellow Recipient for Academic Excellence and Community Service. 
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Dr. Christopher Capuano
Educator
Dr. Christopher A. Capuano became the University’s eighth president on July 1, 2016,
following the retirement of President Sheldon Drucker. Capuano previously held a
series of leadership roles at the University over a period of 25 years, most recently as
University Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs.
As University provost, Capuano provided important decision making in identifying and
appointing a strong leadership team in the School of Pharmacy, which resulted in
consistent enrollment growth and “candidate status” with the Accreditation Council for
Pharmacy Education. In addition, he was instrumental in securing a large gift to support
the University’s new Daniel and Martina Lewis Center for Healthcare Innovation and
Technology. Moreover, he was the driving force in developing the University’s 20142019 strategic plan, working with President Drucker, the Board and faculty and staff across the University,
including at the University’s two international campuses in Canada and England.
Working closely with the vice provost for academic and international affairs, the associate provost for
educational resources and assessment, the college deans and the Academic Policies and Research Committee of
the Faculty Senate, Capuano has led much-needed changes to the University’s nationally recognized University
Core program, the adoption of the Individual Development and Educational Assessment (IDEA) system for both
instructor and course assessment and development, and important changes to the requirements for completion
of baccalaureate degrees, including the establishment of uniform general-education requirements across
similar programs at the University.
Prior to that position, as vice provost for international affairs, Capuano provided oversight of the University’s
Office of Global Partnerships and worked closely with the University’s Office of Global Learning to facilitate
study abroad and other international initiatives. Moreover, he led the development of the University’s new
campus in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, providing oversight of academic and non-academic
responsibilities, including accreditation of the campus and all its programs, the hiring of faculty and staff,
developing and monitoring the campus’s budget, and ensuring that the campus met the objectives outlined in
its strategic plan. Capuano served as Vancouver Campus provost for a year during a critical transition period.
As director of the School of Psychology for nearly 15 years and a former doctoral faculty member in the
University’s Ph.D. Program in Clinical Psychology, and Psy.D. Program in School Psychology — the second of
which he helped to develop — he provided important leadership in developing the school into one of the
largest and more prestigious schools at the University. His many accomplishments in this position included
establishment of the postdoctoral certificate program in clinical psychopharmacology and its transition to a
postdoctoral Master of Science degree program — a program that has earned national recognition and is
currently only one of just a few programs recognized by the American Psychological Association for
postdoctoral training in clinical psychopharmacology.
As a former faculty member and biopsychologist by training, Capuano introduced and taught key compulsory
courses in both doctoral programs in the School of Psychology. His research included the design,
implementation and supervision of experiments in neuropsychopharmacology and health psychology, from
planning and evaluating new research to working on the development of compounds and behavioral
interventions for clinical use. Moreover, he supervised numerous doctoral dissertations and master’s theses
and has published numerous abstracts and research articles with colleagues and former students.
Capuano earned his Ph.D. in biopsychology and two master’s degrees from the Graduate and University Center
of the City University of New York, as well as his B.S. in biological sciences from Purdue University. 
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Michael Maron
Humanitarian
For decades, Michael Maron and Holy Name Medical Center (HNMC) have been
inextricably connected. Born at what was then Holy Name Hospital, Mr. Maron
“came home” in 1987 as CFO and was then appointed President and CEO in 1997.
Under his leadership, HNMC has evolved into a technologically advanced, multifacility, clinically exceptional medical center that is accredited by The Joint
Commission, Magnet-recognized for nursing excellence, and recognized for
quality, safety, and value by national benchmarking organizations.
Although HNMC has achieved global and national prominence for its advanced
clinical care, culturally sensitive service, and leading-edge program
development, Mr. Maron’s passion for providing every person with quality
health care begins in Teaneck, where the medical center has been a thriving
economic engine and outstanding resource for medical care, education, outreach, employment, business
development, and community service since its founding 91 years ago by two Teaneck surgeons and the
Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. In 2016, for the 11th consecutive year, NJBIZ ranked HNMC one of the “Best
Places to Work in New Jersey,” a title that 300 Teaneck residents who work at the medical center would
no doubt agree upon.
Citing as his influence the principles of the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace, Mr. Maron
exemplifies the high standards he sets for the medical center’s administration, employees, trustees,
volunteers, and medical staff. These include: respecting everyone through deeds and actions; maintaining
a culture of compassion and respect for every patient and colleague; and adhering to HNMC’s mission of
“helping our community achieve the highest attainable level of health care through education, prevention,
and treatment.”
It is this last tenet that speaks profoundly to his commitment, and that of HNMC, to the well-being of the
Teaneck community. Under his directive, the medical center provides $3 million annually in subsidized
health care for Teaneck residents; monetary, facility, supplies, and staff support of numerous Teaneck
events and groups; and sponsorship of religious, arts, conservancy, and educational organizations. Free
services offered to our Teaneck neighbors include flu vaccinations and well-child care, ambulance service,
educational programs, transportation, Narcan medication for use by first responders, and access to
HNMC’s conference center.
Mr. Maron counts as his proudest achievements the partnerships HNMC has developed, especially those
within the Teaneck community. HNMC’s partnership with SINAI Schools, which began with job training at
Holy Name for young adults with special needs, expanded in 2016 with scholarships for SINAI students for
educational and medical services, and a shared program with HNMC’s Institute for Simulation Learning to
provide health care providers and first responders with sensitivity training in caring for patients with
special needs. HNMC also began a collaboration with Project SEARCH, in which high school students with
significant disabilities spend a semester learning hands-on job skills in the medical center. HNMC
continues its long-time partnership with Hôpital Sacré Coeur in Haiti, where Mr. Maron travels at least
four times each year to participate in critically needed clinical, educational, operational, and financial
support.
Mr. Maron’s organizational priorities, responsible stewardship, and the value that he places on
relationships speak to his personal philosophy that every life matters. He is our nominee for the Teaneck
Chamber of Commerce Man of the Year Award. 
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Congratulations
to all of tonight’s honorees
You make Teaneck the place to live.
The Place to work.
The Place to raise one’s family.
Thank you for all of your hard work.
Councilmember Mark J. Schwartz
[email protected]
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The Rotary Club of Teaneck
Congratulations to all the 2016 Honorees
Serving the Teaneck Community Since 1929
Rotaract is a club for adults ages 18-30 (College/University - now at FDU) that meets twice a
month to exchange ideas, plan activities and projects, and socialize. While Rotary clubs serve
as sponsors, Rotaract clubs decide how to organize and run their club and what projects and
activities to carry out.
Interact gives students ages 12-18 (High School - at Teaneck High) the chance to make a real
difference while having fun. Every Interact club carries out at least two service projects a year.
One that helps their school or community and one that promotes international understanding.
For information about The Teaneck Rotary Club:
[email protected]  www.teaneckrotary.com
www.rotary.org
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Ray Turkin
Presidential Award
Ray Turkin is a longtime Teaneck resident, having moved to this
town in 1975 with his wife Edie and his then 4 month old son Jeff.
Ray earned a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from
The City College of New York and had a very successful and
rewarding career working at Con Edison in New York City.
Ray Turkin has enjoyed photography for over 40 years, having
been inspired by his father to pursue this avenue of artistic expression. As the
years passed, he found the idea of starting a photography business more and
more exciting, and, in 2003 he retired from Con Edison and Ray Turkin
Photography was born.
Ray Turkin's parents instilled in him a strong sense of community responsibility.
Soon after establishing his business, he decided to do more to serve the
community than making financial contributions to community and charitable
organizations. He began offering his photography services to various
organizations on a voluntary basis and has photographed for the Teaneck
Chamber of Commerce, the Teaneck International Film Festival, the Teaneck
Volunteer Ambulance Corps, the Teaneck Community Chorus, and other socially
responsible organizations. He is a volunteer instructor at the Bergen
Community College Institute for Learning in Retirement and the Institute of New
Dimensions and served as a guest lecturer at Teaneck High School. In
addition, he donated a number of his images that can be seen on the
Township's web site and donated photographic equipment to the High School's
photography program.
Ray has exhibited his fine art photographs in group and solo shows in the
northern New Jersey area, including The Salmagundi Club in New York City,
The Art School at Old Church, the Art Center of Northern New Jersey, and at
various other galleries and public libraries. He has received numerous awards
for his photography.
Ray teaches photography courses at The Art School at Old Church in Demarest
and also gives private instruction. He conducts slide presentations that
showcase the many locations where he has traveled. In addition to commercial
and portrait photography, Ray photographs for artists who need images of
their work. He offers an extensive selection of note cards with his photographs
on the front. These include scenics, flowers, sunsets, animals, seasonal/holiday,
and, on a lighter side, teddy bears.
Ray is a longtime member of the Bergen Networking Group and been their
treasurer for a number of years. 
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