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			<div class="fl-callout-text"><p>The City of Houston is working with area non-profit agencies to connect Harvey survivors with recovery resources.  As part of this effort, the City has opened  Neighborhood Restoration Centers across the area to assist affected residents.</p>
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	<p style="font-size: 22px;"><strong>"Our city has experienced historic devastation with Hurricane Harvey, but it has also shown us the best in humanity. Throughout Houston's history, we have faced challenges, and built a city that is even better, and more resilient. This time is no different. Working together, neighbor helping neighbor, Houston will emerge better than it was before."</strong></p>
<p style="text-align: right; font-size: 20px; font-style: italic;">Mayor Sylvester Turner</p>
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