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418:"The safety and health of our patrons and participants is always our priority," Westown Association Executive Director Stacie Callies said. "This was a difficult decision, but all parties want to ensure we are doing our part to help prevent the spread of the disease. This decision was made out of abundant concern for the 30,000 people that come to downtown Milwaukee each year to celebrate with us."
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