Sara Wurfel

Hello Sara, | am working on an article about Flint water. | know that the head of the EPA has resigned and Snyder has spoken publically on the issue. However (unless | missed something) the state has not committed any money. | was wondering if that has changed or if there is a date that the state plans on making that decision. Also, if the state funding would be available to treat water now, help with the effects of lead poisoning or something else. Thanks and I hope you’ve had a peaceful holiday season! Maryellen Maryellen Tighe Reporter Debiwire Municipals Phone: 212 500-7549 Fax: 212 686-2664 Twitter: @MaryelienTighe Debtwire publishes real-time news and data for financial professionals in fixed income markets across the world. Debiwire is part of the Mergermarket Group. 3, Londen, OAR TBR. 3. registered o B47 xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails19_b171_409_409_1

Hi, Ms. Wurfel and Mr. Murray, I’m writing from the Rachel Maddow Show, on MSNBC. We are working on a story about the water situation in Flint for tonight, and we have a few questions. -When did the governor’s office become aware of reports that lead levels were rising in Flint water? -When did the governor’s become aware of the EPA interim report showing high levels of lead in Flint and inadequacies with the city’s testing? -When did the governor’s office become aware of the testing in which two samples were ruled out and the result was that Flint water met EPA guidelines, as reported by Michigan Radio? -Does the governor take responsibility for any part of what has happened in Flint? If so, what part or parts? -What are the governor’s next steps in addressing the crisis? Thank you for fielding these. Laura Conaway The Rachel Maddow Show xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails20_b1244_3139_3141_2 212 664 1286 xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails20_b1244_3139_3141_3

Hi Sara, I am filing something tomorrow morning on the Mayor Weaver's emergency declaration in Flint. Genessee County commissioner Jamie Curtis told me he was kind of confused by it, since the county had already declared an emergency. I wondered if the governor's office could help me understand what's going on with emergency help for Flint. I'm at (202) 624-9396. (202) 624-9396 desk | PPI ell Twitter @ArthurDelanéyHP ° xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails19_b170_408_408_1

Sara and Dave: Attached please find a proposed comms plan for your review — we will update the document with dates as the timeline comes together. Please feel free to give me a call with any questions, edits or suggestions. Thank you, Jennifer Eisner Public Information Officer Michigan Department of Health and Human S Office: LT gee ervices v xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0197_0418_0418_1

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| will fill you in tomorrow am on what else to likely expect too. And this really won't be two Qs - more like two areas that will have several related follow ups Qs - whatever can fit into 20 mins. Sent from my iPhone Thanks! tH ortef the G oriar.

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Sarah, there are only two questions for tomorrow’s interview: Question 1: Please tell us about the DPS legislation that is being proposed and how it will help better educate the Detroit Students. Question 2: How are you going to fix Flint’s water system problems and how will you keep a situation like this from happening again. Please note, |am not going after the “why” of Flint. | just want to hear the solution. ee ee S$ £ FR ROMIN AMER xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0398_0814_0814_1

Iam providing my comments below based on my memory of events that transpired over two years ago. I have not reviewed the reports, emails, memos relating to these events and my recollections would likely change after refreshing my memory with the relevant documents. First, it is important to understand Flint's decision to join the KWA was a separate and distinct decision from using the Flint River. After we signed off on Flint joining the KWA, Flint was to negotiate with the DWSD regarding using their water during the construction of the KWA. If they were unable to negotiate a fair deal, I recall their back up plan was to use the Flint River. I don't recall Treasury being involved in the negotiations with DWSD or being advised that the negotiations broke down and Flint switched to the Flint River. Treasury held two and possibly three lengthy meetings to go over the Tucker Young report with the Flint leaders, KWA consultants and DEQ representatives to discuss concerns about the report. I never received any pressure from the Governor's office to decide one way or the other on approving the KWA. We followed the process described above and made a decision based upon what we thought was in the best interests of Flint. The decision to support KWA was influenced by our conclusion that there was no financial risk to Flint for the project and the DEQ's conclusion that it was more economical for Flint to join KWA (again a separate and distinct decision from using the Flint River). The fact is that this conclusion was what the local officials wanted. I don't recall specific conversations on the dates and times you referenced. I do know there were many discussions regarding this topic between Treasury, DEQ and the Governor's office and the facts and circumstances re: KWA led to a clear consensus that the state should not block Flint's desire to join the KWA. Dave Murray Deputy xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0319_0665_0665_1

Press Releases: e ~=TBD - Flint EBL Data e Monday, November 23 — Family Health History e Tuesday, November 24 — Lung Cancer Awareness Month e Monday, December 30- Michigan 4x4 Grants Awarded Speaking Engagements: e Monday, November 23 — Chief Deputy Director Becker is speaking at the Bureau of Community Services staff meeting e Tuesday, November 24 — Director Lyon is speaking at the National Adoption Day event at the Hall of Justice e Tuesday, December 1 — Director Lyon is Speaking at a symposium on maternal health and mortality at the Henry Center Jennifer Eisner Public Information Officer Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Office: 517-241-2112 or Fisnerh@rnichigan. gov Cell i xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0195_0415_0415_1

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Got pulled onto a conference call on my way back from Detroit, Paul. Hopefully freed up no later than 2 PM. | will call ASAP Sent from my iPhone

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Talked with Gov about this briefly. He def indicated preference waiting until early next week to ensure best messaging and outreach. They took this long - let's get this right. Sent from my iPhone On Nov 20, 2015, at 9:41 AM, Eisner, Jennifer (DHHS) <fisn

Covered this issue previously with Nancy, Paul, as has Terry. Not sure what's new or different here at all, but will be happy to try and help. The chief mentioned this am you reached out and asked me to cover. Am with the governor at events this first part of today, but should be able to call about Noon or just after. Work for you? Sara Wurfel Press Secretary | Executive Office of Governor Rick Snyder Sent from my iPhone

i don’t think this should happen today at all. Governor is at an important event in Southeast Michigan this morning, and | think we need some direction from him and ethers on this issue.

>> >> Covered this issue previously with Nancy, Paul, as has Terry. Not sure what's new or different here at all, but will be happy to try and help. >> >> The chief mentioned this am you reached out and asked me to cover. >> >> Am with the governor at events this first part of today, but should be able to call about Noon or just after. Work for you? >> >> Sara Wurfel >> Press Secretary | Executive Office of Governor Rick Snyder >> >> Sent from my iPhone >> >> >> Good morning, Sara: | sent the e-mail below to Dennis on Thursday but | haven’t received a response. | am following up with you because Nancy Kaffer tells me she had raised the issue of the March 25, 2013 phone call with you earlier, though the last | heard from Nancy about it, she had not received a response. >> We are running a story on the weekend so | would very much appreciate some answers today. >> Did Dennis Muchmore, through his consultation with former Treasurer Dillon on the day of the Flint City Council meeting, sign off on the switch to KWA, and did Muchmore inform and get sign-off from Gov. Snyder in doing so? >> Thanks, Paul >> cc Dave Murray >> SS

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Good evening, MDHHS friends, Here are suggested changes to the press release. | think it’s vitally important to have our “people first” approach, and be very up front about the results. | also think it’s important to show up high what we will do with this data. Please consider the changes. | also think it’s worth a conversation about whether we want to release this on a Friday morning. This is a challenging situation to be sure, but | think these results are fairly encouraging considering some of the heated rhetoric on this issue. Thank you, Dave FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jennifer Eisner DRAFT (517) 241-2112 MDHHS releases October data outlining blood lead levels in Flint Results show 24 of 963 people tested had elevated levels LANSING, Mich. — Blood lead level testing results released today revealed that 24 of 963 adults and children tested in Flint in October had elevated levels, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. MDHHIS is working closely with the Genesee County Health Department to reach out to families testing with higher levels and help them reduce their exposure to lead sources. Information was gathered from tests administered citywide to 963 children and adults between October | and October 30. Eighteen people age 17 or younger had elevated blood lead levels. Six adults over the age 18 were identified with elevated blood lead levels. The report is intended to inform residents about blood lead level testing efforts in Flint and provide cumulative total numbers. “Our goal is to help families reduce their exposure to lead sources,” said Dr. Eden Wells, chief medical executive with the MDHHS. “We have made progress in testing and 1 xxxEND_PAGE:deq14_b0866_2868_2870_1 identifying those with elevated blood lead levels, and the department will continue to work closely with county health department to reach these families. We will update these numbers on a regular basis and remain diligent in our ongoing outreach and education.” The data in the report include the total number of tests conducted and the total number of elevated blood lead levels greater than 5 micrograms per deciliter, and captures both capillary and venous blood tests. ne alto have frail multiple tests are counted only : ater and will be updated as more data becomes available. The testing is part of the state’s action plan to address health concerns related to Flint’s water infrastructure. Last month, MDHHS collaborated with the county health department and local partners to distribute educational resources and informational letter to Flint parents regarding lead testing. GCHD nursing staff are conducting direct outreach to families when an elevated blood lead level has been detected, serving as an important resources by addressing questions and concerns, providing information, and meeting them in their home environment. MDHHS continues to provide free water filters and replacement cartridges to Flint residents at four locations including the MDHHS Flint offices and the Genesee County Community Action Resource Department. For a full list of locations and hours of distribution, visit www michiuas cov/fimtwater, To help residents properly install water filters, and to demonstrate how to replace the original when it expires, MDHHS has created an instructional on the ©{ 1. For additional updates on Flint water including updates on blood lead levels and testing reste, visit www michican gow fintwater. HHH

Good evening, MDHHS friends, Here are suggested changes to the press release. | think it’s vitally important to have our “people first” approach, and be very up front about the results. | also think it’s important to show up high what we will do with this data. Please consider the changes. | also think it’s worth a conversation about whether we want to release this on a Friday morning. This is a challenging situation to be sure, but | think these results are fairly encouraging considering some of the heated rhetoric on this issue. Thank you, Dave FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Jennifer Eisner DRAFT (517) 241-2112 MDHHS releases October data outlining blood lead levels in Flint Results show 24 of 963 people tested had elevated levels LANSING, Mich. - Blood lead level testing results released today revealed that 24 of 963 adults and children tested in Flint in October had elevated levels, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. MDHHS is working closely with the Genesee County Health Department to reach out to families testing with higher levels and help them reduce their exposure to lead sources. Information was gathered from tests administered citywide to 963 children and adults between October 1 and October 30. Eighteen people age 17 or younger had elevated blood lead levels. Six adults over the age 18 were identified with elevated blood lead levels. The report is intended to inform residents about blood lead level testing efforts in Flint and provide cumulative total numbers. “Our goal is to help families reduce their exposure to lead sources,” said Dr. Eden Wells, chief medical executive with the MDHHS. “We have made 2 xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0610_1441_1444_2 progress in testing and identifying those with elevated blood lead levels, and the department will continue to work closely with county health department to reach these families. We will update these numbers on a regular basis and remain diligent in our ongoing outreach and education.” The data in the report include the total number of tests conducted and the total number of elevated blood lead levels greater than 5 micrograms per deciliter, and captures both capillary and venous blood tests. People who have had multiple tests are counted only once. The full report is posted online at www mich untwater and will be updated as more data becomes available. The testing is part of the state’s action plan to address health concerns related to Flint’s water infrastructure. Last month, MDHHS collaborated with the county health department and local partners to distribute educational resources and informational letter to Flint parents regarding lead testing. GCHD nursing staff are conducting direct outreach to families when an elevated blood lead level has been detected, serving as an important resources by addressing questions and concerns, providing information, and meeting them in their home environment. MDHHS continues to provide free water filters and replacement cartridges to Flint residents at four locations including the MDHHS Flint offices and the Genesee County Community Action Resource Department. For a full list of locations and hours of distribution, visit To help residents properly install water filters, and to demonstrate how to replace the original when it expires, MDHHS has created an instructional on the MOHHS Youfube chesnel, For additional updates on Flint water including updates on blood lead levels and testing results, visit #HH#

Egan is grilling Dillon. Andy doesn’t want to return his call without one of you on the phone.

Feel free to call me on this tonight. Please see my earlier email. Begin forwarded message:

Egan is grilling Dillon. Andy doesn’t want to return his call without one of you on the phone.

Good afternoon: Attached, please find the blood lead level test results for Flint zip codes 48501-48507, as well as a corresponding press release and talking points. With your approval and edits, we are planning to notify 3 xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0610_1441_1444_3 external partners tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. then post the report on www. ic! finbwater and issue the press release at 10 a.m. Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns. Thanks and best, Jennifer Eisner Public Information Officer Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Office: 517-241-2112 or Eig cell __ PPI xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0610_1441_1444_4

JA and | talked. Best if | can follow up with Paul. They