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HomeMy WebLinkAbout071323 FW_ Artificial Intelligence _ Public Works Contracts _ OPMA Resources ________________________________ From: MRSC Weekly Insights Sent: Thursday, July 13, 2023 11:04:32 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Artificial Intelligence | Public Works Contracts | OPMA Resources ________________________________ ALERT: BE CAUTIOUS This email originated outside the organization. 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