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Damon Maloney

Anchor/Reporter at abc12 News / Media

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Feb 2015–Nov 2015

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News from DEQ

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Final Lead and Copper Results.xlsx So ... Due to technical malfunctions, our website isn’t working with this data loaded. That will be up, hopefully yet today, but it pinched our effort to get this out around 1 pm. Here you go. This will be issued sometime before the end of the day, hopefully. Call with questions. b Brad Wurfel Communications Director Michigan Department of Environmental Quality 517-284-6713 PPI xxxEND_PAGE:deq15_b318_1325_1325_1

Re: Flint Schools water testing

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Hey Damon. There was additional testing at Freeman last weekend as well. We could be making an announcement tomorrow or Friday. Just depends on how quickly Samples are processed and data is analyzed. | will keep you on the front end of the loop. Sent from my iPhone > > Hello Brad, > > | wanted to check in with you to see if there's any information available on the water testing that's been happening at Flint Schools. > > | know Freeman work happened two weeks ago and two more schools were sampled this past weekend. > > Thank you sir! > > Damon Maloney > abc12 News > Sent from my iPhone xxxEND_PAGE:deq15_b302_1275_1275_1

Freeman Elementary lead testing

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Hi Karen, We met last week during your visit to Flint and Freeman Elementary for water testing. I wanted to ask if test results are back for Freeman Elementary? If so, we are interested in what the findings are. T also wanted to ask if there's a testing schedule detailing what schools are next for testing and when- and if any charter, private or colleges/universities in the city of Flint have requested water testing from the state. Thank you, Damon Damon Maloney Anchor/Reporter ABC12 News Sent from my iPhone xxxEND_PAGE:deq15_b293_1255_1255_1

RE: Flint Water Inquiry

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Hi Dave, That's correct. All emergencies and disaster declarations begin and end at the local level through the Michigan Emergency Management Act (Public Act 390 of 1976). Our third district Michigan State Police emergency management coordinator has been working closely working with Genesee County Emergency Management Coordinator Jenifer Boyer. At this time, the county has not requested state assistance through the Michigan Emergency Management Act. Jenifer Boyer would be a good source to talk to about what sort of local declarations have been made and operations are taking place at the local level. | hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any other questions. Thanks, Ron Ron Leix Public Information Officer (PIO) Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division Michigan State Police 4000 Collins Road Lansing, MI 48910 TX: (517) 336-6464 “A PROUD tradition of SERVICE through EXCELLENCE, INTEGRITY, and COURTESY”

RE: Flint Water Inquiry

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Hi Damon, xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails20_b1173_2955_2956_1 I'm including on this email Ron Leix from Michigan State Police, who is the expert in all things related to emergencies. My impression is that such a declaration request starts with local authorities. Ron, can you help me with the process and how it works? Damon, it's also important to remember that the state continues to work with Flint leaders on their infrastructure challenges. In addition to the $6 million the state recently approved for the temporary reconnection to the Great Lakes Water Authority, the state earlier awarded the city $2 million in grants to improve infrastructure and $2.2 million in savings from restructured loans that can be directed to infrastructure repairs. Dave

Flint Water Inquiry

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There are several groups who are demanding the Governor issue a State of Emerfency related to the water & infrastructure situation in Flint. They claim it would open up the door for federal assistance. My questions are... DOES the governor have the power/authority to declare a State of Emergency for issues like what's happening in Flint? IF such a declaration was made- does it open the doors to federal assistance for example... to replace old lead service lines... and/or other infrastructure? Has the governor considered/discussed asking for additional monetary help from the federal government for infrastructure repairs/replacements in Flint? Lastly, the governor has called for a third party review of the decision making that went into Flint's water source switch- problems that followed. What's the latest on that effort? Will the legislature have a role- Sen. Ananich says Legislature should have a role. Thank you Damon Maloney abc12 News Sent from my iPhone xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0382_0780_0780_1

Flint Water Fix Bill passage

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Hello, ABC12 is in Lansing today and wanted to be in the loop on getting information when the Governor signs the Flint Water Fix Bill. | also wanted to ask- the money approved is intended to tie the city over until KWA is up and running which we heard is expected to be June of 2016- what if KWA is not ready? Would Flint continue to stay on Detroit water system- if so, who/how would that bill be paid? Or would city be forced back onto River Water? Thanks, Damon Damon Maloney abc12 News Sent from my iPhone xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0148_0268_0268_1

Re: Embargoed media conf. call - Flint water action plan

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Hi Sara - we can record audio from 1115 conference call- fully understanding all is embargoed until 130 news conference at Kettering ?? Damon Maloney abc12 News Sent from my iPhone [email protected]> wrote: On Oct 2, 2015, at 9:38 AM, Wurfel, Sara (GOV) <¥Vur Hi there Damon - Per earlier conversations, below is information for a media conference call with Gov. Snyder and Cabinet leaders — MI Dept of Environmental Quality Director Dan Wyant of the, MI Dept of Health & Human Services Director Nick Lyon of the, and Dr. Eden Wells, the state’s Chief Medical Executive — to outline a comprehensive action plan to further address Flint water concerns. They will also be available to answer Qs. As agreed by you and your team, this information is fully embargoed until when the 1:30 p.m. press conference later today in Flint begins. SPECIFIC CALL-IN DETAILS: Topic: Flint water action plan Date: Friday, Oct. 2 Time: 11:15 a.m. : Conference Line call-in numbe Conference line passcode:! PPI | ** To ask a question during that portion of the call, please press “0.” (but please refrain from pressing zero until opening remarks are completed to help ensure you don’t miss any of the details). **NOTE**: This invitation is for planning purposes only and meant for you and/or your outlet as there are a limited number of participant lines. Please let us know if you wish to have someone else participate so we can work to accommodate. Thanks so much, SW xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0344_0711_0712_1 Sara Wurfel, APR Press Secretary | Executive Office of Governor Rick Snyder in -2A7=33526397..OFF1 CO. nsernrn PPI xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0344_0711_0712_2

RE: Friday Press Conference

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Thank you for press conference details. We agree to the terms of conference call with Governor. As far as which reporter will do it - it depends on what time it will be taking place. It could be a day side reporter or "afternoon/night side reporter". Is that something we can touch base with you on tomorrow prior to it happening? Damon Sent via the Sarasung GALAXY S@4, an AT&T 4G LTE emarighone

RE: Friday Press Conference

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Importance: High That's absolutely right, Damon. You and the station should have gotten a media advisory from the DEQ and DHHS teams. A cut and paste version is below just in case. This event is for media only. Also, for your planning purposes only, we're looking at hosting a conference call with the Governor to walk through some highlights on a fully EMBARGOED (all hold and not reported/aired until the press conference begins) basis. Please let me know if that's workable and WJRT agrees to that. And if so, who would be representing the station. Oct. 1, 2015 Michigan leaders to announce action plan for Flint drinking water Friday, Oct. 2 at 1:30 p.m. Local, state and federal leaders will host a press conference to announce a comprehensive action plan for addressing drinking water concerns in Flint. Participants will include: . Harvey Hollins, Director of the Office of Urban Initiatives for Gov. Rick Snyder . Dan Wyant, Director for the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality . Nick Lyon, Director for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services . Dr. Eden Wells, Chief Medical Executive for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services . Dayne Walling, Mayor of Flint . Other local, state and federal officials Location: Kettering University, Innovation Center 1300 Bluff St. Flint, MI 48504 This is a media event open to credentialed news media only. Media who plan to attend this event should RSVP by noon Friday. Contact Rosemarie Olszewski at 517-284-6700 or [email protected]. Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2015 9:57 PM

Friday Press Conference

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Hello, We are hearing from newspaper reports that a press conference is set for tomorrow at 1:30 pm at Kettering University with state and city officials to discuss next steps for Flint water. Wanted to inquire about such a meeting taking place. Thank you, Damon Damon Maloney abc12 News Sent from my iPhone xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0340_0703_0704_2

RE: Flint Water

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Sounds good. I sent that email last night inquiring about today and took steps today to ensure a smooth process. I know you know that and it's clearly understood on my end as well- next time I'll follow up with a phone call in addition to email. Sent via the Sarasung GALANY S®4, an ATA P 4G LTE cmartghone Subject, RE: Flint Water We're always glad to help, Damon - that's what we're here for. Please just reach out in advance in the future. Stay tuned - as governor and team have noted, our administration has dedicated a lot of time and resources to work collaboratively on this issue as well as see what additional action items we can do and help with. We were hoping to have that wrapped up by week's end. As details get finalized, I know folks will be in touch. More soon, SW Sent: "Timsday, October Ol. 2015 10:23 AM

RE: Flint Water

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We're always glad to help, Damon - that's what we're here for. Please just reach out in advance in the future. Stay tuned - as governor and team have noted, our administration has dedicated a lot of time and resources to work collaboratively on this issue as well as see what additional action items we can do and help with. We were hoping to have that wrapped up by week's end. As details get finalized, | know folks will be in touch. More soon, SW

Concerned Pastors for Social Action - Meeting with Governor's Office

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Hello Sara, My name is Damon Maloney with ABC12 News in Flint. I'm writing to inquire about a meeting being held tomorrow morning in Lansing between the Governor's Office and the group ‘Concerned Pastors for Social Action’ from Flint. We're hearing the meeting centers around Flint's water quality concerns and is scheduled for sometime around 9 o'clock. From my understanding this meeting won't be open to the public, but I'm wondering if we can at least have a location of where it's taking place? We'll be looking for reaction after the meeting from locals. Thank you, Damon Maloney -810-877-3707 Damon Maloney _Reporter/Anchor - ABC12 News i i(cell) aloney@abel 2.com On Facebook xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0102_0182_0182_1

Re: Flint water testing-- calendar question

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Yes I'm referring to the tthm. You mentioned those being quarterly... When will the next quarterly report be released to public ? Damon Maloney abc12 News Sent from my iPhone On Feb 5, 2015, at 1:45 PM, Wurfel, Brad (DEQ) <'¥ Hey, Damon. Presume you mean tthm testing? The program looks for 80 or 90 different toxics. Some are tested hourly, some -- long term threats like tthm -- are tested quarterly. Sent from my iPhone

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Hello Brad, My name is Damon Maloney, reporter with ABC 12 News in Flint, Michigan. I'm working on a Flint water story today, and had a question about upcoming testing for the drinking water. When are the next tests being performed and when should the public expect to learn the results? Thank you very much. xxxEND_PAGE:deq15_b071_0190_0190_1