The increase of the ilinesses closely corresponds with the timeframe of the switch
to Flint River water. The majority of the cases reside or have an association with
the city. Also, McLaren Hospital identified and mitigated Legionella in their water
system. This is rather glaring information and it needs to be looked into now, prior
to the warmer summer months when Legionella is at its peak and we are
potentially faced with a crisis.

This situation has been explicitly explained to MDEQ and many of the city’s
officials. | want to make sure, in writing that there are no misunderstandings
regarding this significant and urgent public health issue. The Trihalomethane
issues “pale in comparison” to the potential public health risks of Legionella.

| am submitting the attached FOIA request again and requesting that the legal
obligations of the request are met. If the information is not available, please let me
know. In the past, | have requested to meet with the water plant staff and MDEQ
regarding Legionella concerns. | did not receive a response from the water plant
staff and MDEQ declined. | think it is in the best interest for all stakeholders that
we meet and discuss the issues.

Respectfully,
Jim

Jim Henry

Jim He nry RS, MBA

Envionmental He alth Supervisor

Genesee County Health Department www.gchd.us
630 S. Saginaw St., Suite 4

Hlint, M148502-1540

Phone (810) 257-3618 Fax (810) 257-3125

Email jhenry@gchd.us