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Reaction is several fold, Kyle. This switch to KWA as well as using the community's long-time back-up water supply (Flint River} was pushed or supported by the city and comroaunity and that DW5D was terminating Flint frorn its system (see attached letter again just in case} necessitating another source. We also know Darnell cares deeply about the kids and communities he serves, That said, we're focused on helping solve this challenging infrastructure issue, moving forward quickly and doing everything we can to engure that Flint has safe drinking water and public health is protected - both in the immediate short-term, mid-term and long-term. We're also going to be conducting @ full after action review. Sent: "Tuesday, October 13, 2015 11:11AM

Accountable Good morning, Sara. Have you seen this, yet. What to let you react to it if you like. Take care. Kyle weeenene n= Forwarded message ----------

Sigh. Here’s what | say in response to that ... The Governor and our Administration are deeply committed to building solid and strong communities and a Michigan that works for everyone — regardless of an area’s makeup or socioeconomic status. That certainly includes Flint. Would hope some of our past work and collaboration specifically in the city of Flint can help demonstrate that clearly,

Got it, Sara. Thanks. I just added it.

Per your text ... Gov. Snyder spoke with Sen. Ananich this morning about how the state can continue working with Flint city leaders. We believe protecting public health is paramount and safe, clean, accessible drinking water is essential . That's what we are focused on helping ensure and deeply share the Senator’s commitment to helping address the issue. We just received the letter from the senator and are reviewing his ideas. The governor and state agencies have been closely working with Flint leaders on their infrastructure challenges for months, including providing $4.2 million in grants and restructured loan financing to provide resources needed to locate and fix infrastructure problems and add the carbon filtration system, additional testing and helping identify and provide filters. It’s also important that people have accurate information about their health and water. The MI Depts of Environmental Quality and Health and Human Services are testing water and working with local agencies and Flint residents on issues related to what they can do if they have concerns about the pipes in their homes. {On background only: You probably recall the issues and challenges re: the history with DWSD. It’s also important to note that switching back to Detroit water will not necessarily have the effect that some hope for or expect. Flint has long-term challenges with its water infrastructure that need to be addressed.} Thanks and hope this helps. Let me know if you may need anything further. SW Sara Wurfel, APR Press Secretary | Executive Office of Governor Rick Snyder fels@rnichige 6397, office PPI tmobile eee een xxxEND_PAGE:executiveofficeemails21_b0433_0893_0893_1