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| arn not well versed on this matter as we have no prior history of such an event impacting a community public water system. The attached document was received by our Noricormmunity Public Water Supply program manager (Dang DeBruyn} at a presentation given by Deborah Garcia, Public Health Administrative Law Specialist who works in the Office of Legal Affairs and FOIA, formerly in DCH, now DHHS. It seems Hike the authority used by Genesee County falls under the first Action of Imminent Danger Order. The fourth bullet implies that the Director (of DHHS?) may take full charge of the situation including the oversight of local health laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. it doesn’t appear to place any particular onus or responsibility on the DEG Director. Perhaps we need legal advice. Richard Benzie, P.E., Chief Figid Gperations Section Office of Drinking Water and Municipal Assistance, MDEQ 817-284-6512

| am not well versed on this matter as we have no prior history of such an event impacting a community public water system. The attached document was received by our Noncommunity Public Water Supply program manager (Dana DeBruyn) at a presentation given by Deborah Garcia, Public Health Administrative Law Specialist who works in the Office of Legal Affairs and FOIA, formerly in DCH, now DHHS. It seems like the authority used by Genesee County falls under the first Action of Imminent Danger Order. The fourth bullet implies that the Director (of DHHS?) may take full charge of the situation including the oversight of local health laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. It doesn’t appear to place any particular onus or responsibility on the DEQ Director. Perhaps we need legal advice. Richard Benzie, P.E., Chief Field Operations Section Office of Drinking Water and Municipal Assistance, MDEQ 517-284-6512

In light of the possible topics Director will need a clear understanding of what the Genesee county health emergency declaration means? Is there ANY role the DEQ may have? Thanks Maggie Begin forwarded message:

Date: Thursday, October 01, 2015 6:48:00 PM | would use this phrasing, “Begin optimizing corrosion control treatment in the Flint drinking water system,” realizing that this additional treatment won't begin until sometime in October (hopefully). You could also say, “Accelerate implementation of optimal corrosion control treatment in the Flint drinking water system.”

For Friday.

Date: Thursday, October 01, 2015 5:47:39 PM For Friday.

Importance: High Steve or Richard, please see the attached letter. Is that the correct wording for request #4? Thanks, Maggie

Dat ‘Thursday, October 01, 2015 3:42:21 PM FYI.

Dat “Thursday, October 01, 2015 3:42:22 PM FYI.

FYI.

ATTO0001.htm FYI from city of Flint. Stephen Busch, P.E. Lansing and Jackson District Supervisor Office of Drinking Water and Municipal Assistance MDEQ 517-643-2314 Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message:

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2015 6:34:23 AM I spoke with Jim S. yesterday. I'll try to touch base with Maggie this morning, probably around | lish. We should be able to get a call in to strategize. Not sure what time Steve is planning to arrive. But we'll make it work. And if the briefing is Friday, one of us should be able to be there.

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2015 6:34:21 AM I spoke with Jim S. yesterday. I'll try to touch base with Maggie this morning, probably around | lish. We should be able to get a call in to strategize. Not sure what time Steve is planning to arrive. But we'll make it work. And if the briefing is Friday, one of us should be able to be there.

Date: Tuesday, September 15, 2015 8:16:15 AM I’m in the office until 12:00 then headed up to the conference in Sault Ste. Marie. | can call in on the way up if you give me a time and number. News agencies are reporting that Mayor Walling has now sent a request to the Governor yesterday for $30 million to help address the lead issue. If this is for partial service line replacement it could exacerbate lead levels in homes rather than help reduce exposure. | have not seen this letter. Stephen Busch, P.E. MDEQ Lansing District Coordinator Office of Drinking Water and Municipal Assistance Lansing and Jackson District Supervisor 517-643-2314 [email protected]

I spoke with Jim S. yesterday. I'll try to touch base with Maggie this morning, probably around 1 lish. We should be able to get a call in to strategize. Not sure what time Steve is planning to arrive. But we'll make it work. And if the briefing is Friday, one of us should be able to be there.

Date: Monday, September 14, 2015 8:24:16 AM Maggie, Liane is on her way to Sault Ste. Marie this morning. Steve Busch and I leave tomorrow morning for the same conference. We are not scheduled to be back in the office this week. Liane will have to let you know when she is available for a conference call.

Maggie, Liane is on her way to Sault Ste. Marie this morning. Steve Busch and I leave tomorrow morning for the same conference. We are not scheduled to be back in the office this week. Liane will have to let you know when she is available for a conference call.

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2015 9:56:54 PM Hi all- Brad and | had a call with the Governor’s office on Friday afternoon to discuss how to handle the Flint water letters we received from Congressman Kildee and from Senator Ananich and Reps. Phelps and Neeley. As you are aware, the Michigan legislators letter was asking for a response by Monday. | am assuming we will not have a response vetted and ready to go by then. Instead, the Governor's office and us agreed the best course of action is an elected leaders briefing. Congressman Kildee’s office is checking his schedule, but | think this Friday in Flint might be the best time. Liane, when are you back? Will you have some availability while you are up north to have a conference call to plan this? Please let me know your availability for the end of this week, or perhaps next Monday if we have to push it out that far. Thanks, Maggie Maggie Pallone Deputy Director Policy and Legislative Affairs Department of Environmental Quality 517-599-6190 (cell) [email protected] xxxEND_PAGE:deq02_b057_2119_2119_1

Hi all- Brad and | had a call with the Governor’s office on Friday afternoon to discuss how to handle the Flint water letters we received from Congressman Kildee and from Senator Ananich and Reps. Phelps and Neeley. As you are aware, the Michigan legislators letter was asking for a response by Monday. | am assuming we will not have a response vetted and ready to go by then. Instead, the Governor’s office and us agreed the best course of action is an elected leaders briefing. xxxEND_PAGE:deq21_b505_1402_1405_3 Congressman Kildee’s office is checking his schedule, but | think this Friday in Flint might be the best time. Liane, when are you back? Will you have some availability while you are up north to have a conference call to plan this? Please let me know your availability for the end of this week, or perhaps next Monday if we have to push it out that far. Thanks, Maggie Maggie Pallone Deputy Director Policy and Legislative Affairs Department of Environmental Quality 517-599-6190 (cell) FalloneM Gimichigan wea xxxEND_PAGE:deq21_b505_1402_1405_4