RE: A news media question
- From
- David Murray
Hello Steve,
We’re working closely with Mayor Weaver, and another meeting with the Mayor and Governor is expected to be
scheduled this week. Not sure about the details at this point. Here is our statement about the County Commission vote:
The health and welfare of Flint residents is a top priority, and we’re committed to working closely with Mayor Weaver
and the Genesee County Commission on a coordinated response to health and infrastructure issues.
After the County Commission’s vote today, the Michigan State Police’s Emergency Management and Homeland Security
Division is working with the Genesee County Emergency Management Coordinator to gather information about the
resources needed for a Governor’s declaration.
The state police have been closely engaged in the situation since the beginning, meeting with both county and city
leaders to guide them through state and federal laws regarding the emergency management process. Due to the
uniqueness of this situation, we have to look at all possible options to help Flint residents.
But prior to a formal declaration, we are recognizing this as an emergency and are working with city and county leaders
to coordinate efforts, streamline communication and tap all available resources at the state’s control.
I’m attaching an MSP fact sheet about the process.
Rep. Phelps’ bill hasn’t been introduced yet, and we'll be able to give it a close review as it works through the legislative
process. Certainly we share a common goal of protecting the health of people in Flint and across our state.
| urge you to consider the recent Auditor General letter that | believe addresses a scenario that the representative might
be referring to.
Dave
Dave Murray
Twitter:@michigandmurray
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