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Request to determine what is necessary to get on the agenda 8/5/2010 3:58:00 PM
<P>The Freedom Center entered into an MOU for the $850,000 appropriation
awarded under H.B. 562  at the 2/11/10 Commission
Meeting.   Don Murphy, CEO of the Freedom Center emailed Kathy
requesting to be directed as to what is necessary to get on the Commission agenda and pursue
 the reimbursement of the outstanding appropriation.  Kathy responded by stating the
MOU requires Federalization to be executed.  The Freedom Center's most recent pro forma
indicates small pre depreciation surpluses of approxiamately $225K but only after receiving $2M annually as
funds provided under the Federalization.  Don gives the Federalization a 60/40 probability of
succeeding.  Since sustainability continues to be the Freedom Centers most formidable challenge
staff recommends we continue to require Federalization before the Freedom Center is placed on the
Commission Agenda.</P>
NURFC Release and Encumbrance 2/19/2010 11:57:00 AM
Commission Resolution R-10-04 conditionally approved the release of $850,000 and conditionally approved
the execution of legal documents with the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center Inc. (“NURFC”).
The Controlling Board release and encumbrance of funds will need to be in the name of NURFC. If, prior to
disbursement of these funds, another entity takes ownership of the facility or negotiates with NURFC to be the
recipient of the state funds (subject to Commission approval), the agreement(s) will need to contain language
that directs NURFC to pay the amount to the third party after the state makes payment to NURFC. This is
because once the funds are encumbered to NURFC and we cross a fiscal biennium, we cannot change the
payee without legislative action to re-establish the appropriation.
Rep. Dale Mallory expresses interest in NURFC 11/16/2007 2:31:00 PM
In an October 24 meeting, Rep. Dale Mallory indicated his interest in being kept informed on any key issues
regarding NURFC. He expressed concerns regarding their operations, low attendance, and less-than-dynamic
exhibitions.
Sandi Mills has left the Freedom Center 10/16/2007 10:54:00 AM
Sandi Mills (Director of Accounting and Finance) notified me yesterday that her last day is 10/15/07. She
directed me to request information from Gary Doudell.
check in call with Sandi Mills 8/23/2007 9:36:00 AM
Sandi responded to my e-mail requesting the outcome of the August 10th bank meeting. Sandi describes the
meeting as having went well. Regarding the issue of extending the lease to be cotermious with the bond term,
Sandi said the bankers offered no reservations. Without a document defining the terms of the extension she
feels it is difficult to expect the bank to offer an approvalhowever, Sandi believes if the terms were to be
consistient with the original terms in the lease the banks would approve such a document. I informed her we
will follow up with our bond counsel and discuss drafting an extension agreement. I inquired as to the
programing changes and Sandi told me the state forwarded 1.5M to cover a two year period allowing 5th and
8th grader to attend without paying admission. She also said the changing exhibits(Global Shoes and the
Henrietta Marie Slave Ship) are serving to keep attendance stable. The Gala exceeded their forecast and the
speaker series is on target. Management believes they will achieve the 2007 forecast.

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conference call Steve Grassbaugh (bond counsel)/ Tom Rocco 7/27/2007 1:35:00 PM
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Final audit not yet available 6/22/2007 3:24:00 PM
Gary Doudell called to inform me the final draft of certified financial audit is being held by the accountants. At
issue is the $2M state funds which the auditors feel may not be a viable receivable. Gary seems to feel
NURFC will be successful in persuading the auditors the state money is a bona-fide receivable. He said he will
get OCFC a copy of the audit when it is available to him.
Freedom Center Exec's leaving 6/22/2007 12:40:00 PM
Consistent with John Pepper's ascertion there is more to cut two high paid exec's are leaving Freedom Center
Board of Director List 6/19/2007 2:30:00 PM
Per our request Gary Doudell has forwarded us a list of current Board of Directors. (See Attached)
second call 5/23 5/23/2007 4:55:00 PM
called and left message for Gary Dowdell letting him know KF schedule is filling up the 1st week in June.
conference mtg. 5/21/2007 8:09:00 AM
Gary Dowdell called KF to discuss correspondence and appropriation. TC returned called on 5/16, Spoke to
Gary and invited Gary to schedule appt. in first week of June. Gary said his office will call with a date.
internal mtg. LW,DW,SC,TC 5/1/2007 2:59:00 PM
DW/SC/LW/TC discussed and agreed by all: NURFC should take past operating losses out of funding model,
we need to see audited financials with footnotes (due them 5/31/07), update us on status of unconfirmed
funding sources, and deliver to us five year projection. see TC memo to sandie (5/1/07)
conference call ref NURFC status 4/25/2007 8:32:00 AM
SC/LA/TC had conference call with Gary/Sandra Mills and George Turk of NURFC. Discussed was operating
deficits rolled into funding model, projected surpluses through 2010 and 'full funding to go'calculations.
Resolved is they will send us 06 year end draft 'internal' financials with supporting narrative. Additional
narrative regarding projected surpluses will be included. Year end 06 audited financials are due 5/31/07.
new CEO for NURFC 2/23/2007 3:11:00 PM

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Gary Dowdell, CFO for NURFC, called Kathy Fox 2/23/07 to let her know that Don Murphy, Deputy Director of
the National Park Service in Washington DC since 2001, had been hired as the new CEO for NURFC. Don will
start work May 1, after relocating to Cincinnati. Spencer Crew, ED/CEO for NURFC will continue with NURFC
as President and be in charge of programming. John Pepper will continue fundraising.
Black Brigade Monument 2/16/2007 2:00:00 PM
Talked to Gary Dowdell, CFO of NURFC. There is a group who would like to construct a monument to the
Black Brigade on land owned by the county, outside NURFC. The group will be financially responsible for the
construction and ongoing maintenance of the monument. Gary understands that NURFC is not in a good
financial position and will not help with funding the monument. Gary will send a copy of the agreement to the
Commission to review.
Phone Conversation with Sandie Mills on 01/05/07 1/8/2007 9:26:00 AM
Ms. Mills indicated that the funds associated with the Reimbursement Agreement are held in two accounts, one
with JP Morgan Chase (symbol JUSUX) and one with 5/3 Bank (a liquid asset management account). Ms.
Mills will be forwarding to the Commission the historic and performance data for each account in the coming
week as that is when she will receive the year end reports. Further, Ms. Mills indicated that no funds have
been removed from these accounts since the construction of the facility, prior to the grand opening.
Fundraising appears to be lopsided 9/21/2006 8:28:00 AM
An article in today's Cincinnati Enquirer about the Freedom Center's request for additional public financing
included a rather interesting note: for each dollar collected in th Freedom Center's current fund-raising
campaign, the Freedom Center receives just three cents while the solicitor receives 97 cents. A Freedom
Center rep confirmed the figure, but said the solicitor was only going to get $50,000. Makes one wonder about
the validity of pledge cards and fundraising amounts and how this fee is accounted for in the final totals. (article
to be posted)
Fundraising appears to be lopsided 9/21/2006 8:28:00 AM
An article in today's Cincinnati Enquirer about the Freedom Center's request for additional public financing
included a rather interesting note: for each dollar collected in th Freedom Center's current fund-raising
campaign, the Freedom Center receives just three cents while the solicitor receives 97 cents. A Freedom
Center rep confirmed the figure, but said the solicitor was only going to get $50,000. Makes one wonder about
the validity of pledge cards and fundraising amounts and how this fee is accounted for in the final totals. (article
to be posted)
Seeking $2.85 million in captial budget 8/31/2006 8:25:00 AM
A $27 million wish list for the upcoming capital improvements bill includes $2.85 million for the Freedom
Center, according to an article in the Enquirer. The request includes funding for 15 projects. The article notes
that state Rep. Tyrone Yates is pushing for the appropriation to pay for daily operations, and that he will seek
an additional $10 million over the next five years.
John Pepper seeking operating funds from State of Ohio 5/15/2006 12:30:00 PM
Acting Freedom Ctr. CEO John Pepper has requested a mtg w/ Lt. Governor Bruce Johnson seeking funding
to keep the facility operations going. The Department of Development and Division of Travel and Tourism has
indicated they have very little to offer him. The mtg is to take place 5/23/06. In its applications to the
Commission, the Freedom Center has always indicated they would not seek state operating funding, and the
Commissiopn's statute prohibits the Commission from providing operating funding.
Financial Assessment 3/28/2006 2:17:00 PM
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message to S Mills re: lease and fundraising 12/16/2005 9:28:00 AM

I tried to reach Sandie and left her a message requesting the quarterly fundraising and financial update that is
overdue (2nd reminder). I also stated that there can be no changes to the term of the lease that must remain
in first lien position, and that she should contact us if there are other issues that we need to discuss.
no public announcement re:Gary B. 11/1/2005 2:02:00 PM
Sandie told me that there have been no public or internal acknowledgements of Gary's departure from the
Freedom Center.
Additional invoices received 11/1/2005 1:58:00 PM
Sandie Mills has forwarded $1,402,113.04 of invoices for FFE/exhibit costs, bringing the total invoices
remaining unreimbursed at $2.85M. Package left with Myra to check in.
leadership change 10/5/2005 3:59:00 PM
Sandie called to let us know prior to any press release that Gary Bockelman is no longer with NURFC and
Sandie has moved into the position of Chief Operating Officer. She agreed to continue providing my main
point of contact and will forward updated September financials as soon as they are completed.
2nd quarter information forwarded 9/21/2005 3:51:00 PM
Sandie sent me a June fundraising report and a 2nd quarter financial statement for our review. Her email
stated that bank covenants were in compliance as of 6/30.
news release 9/19/2005 1:13:00 PM
Gary Dowdell from NURFC left a voice mail for Kathy. I called him back and let him know that Kathy was not
available. NURFC sent out a press release Friday to say that their budget was reduced by $2 million. The
cutbacks will include 14 people being laid off. Gary said a copy of the release was sent to Todd. Todd to give
Jerry Emig a copy of the press release.
signed resolution received 9/12/2005 2:38:00 PM
Gary forwarded the signed resolution which was received on 9/12 and will be kept in central files resolution
folder. The executed legal documents can now be forwarded to the sponsor and AG.
remaining held invoices 9/7/2005 1:26:00 PM
The HB16 funding was released to reimburse for NURFC invoice #'s 12, 13,14, and partial #15. Remaining
invoices still on file for future reimbursement include partial #15, 16, 17, 18, and 19 which total $1,447,886.96.
The remaining invoices are stored in the central file adjacent to the invoice approval form subfile.
documents executed, funding dispersed 8/31/2005 4:12:00 PM
The amended construction funding agreement has been executed and the HB16 appropriation of $4.15M has
been released to the Freedom Center.
documents executed, funding dispersed 8/31/2005 4:12:00 PM
The amended construction funding agreement has been executed and the HB16 appropriation of $4.15M has
been released to the Freedom Center.
template forwarded, quick resolution expected 8/18/2005 3:49:00 PM

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I forwarded the resolution template to Gary and called him to confirm timing to complete. Gary assured me
that he had legal counsel and the CEO on call to review the template and draft a resolution which he said
would be be circulated electronically to board members for a telephone vote in the next several days. I asked
Gary to contact myself or KF if he has any questions or concerns with the content requirements for the sponsor
resolution; he said if there is any doubt about completing the resolution in compliance with our requirements in
a timely fashion that he would contact us immediately.
Resolution requirements 8/18/2005 10:20:00 AM
All resolution requirements are met except for a sponsor resolution approving the execution of 2003
agreements and amendments going forward. A template will be forwarded to NURFC for guidance to
complete a resolution as soon as possible to enable execution of the amendments and release of HB 16 funds.
flood coverage issue addressed 8/10/2005 9:26:00 AM
We have located information in central files which confirms that flood insurance was/is not specifically required
by the state. I will inform NURFC representatives that notwithstanding any other partys requirements the state
does not require NURFC to maintain the extraordinary flood coverage.
call from Bockelman/Mills 8/3/2005 4:08:00 PM
Sandie and Gary called me to let me know they had spoken with Rhonda Bohke, BankOne VP @ 513-985-
5111, and confirmed that the bank loan does not require flood insurance. Rhonda is willing to certify in writing
but is not available until Friday 8/5. Gary asked about status of contract amendments and availability of funds
and I told him that I would have to check on status and get back to them. Sandie stated that the meeting with
lenders to reconfirm covenants is in two weeks and that NURFC hopes to have a timing committment for
availability of funds by that time.
AFC216 7/14/2005 11:26:00 AM
I've completed the controlling board for work approved in May and submitted it for internal review.
Updated cost model, clarifications recieved 7/7/2005 4:18:00 PM
Sandie Mills forwarded updated cost models for our review. I spoke with Gary Dowdell and confirmed the
current liquid cash available for the investment fund is $25.345M; he stated that the main reason the actual
amount is $2M above the cost model projections is because a $1.5M donation scheduled for 2008 was
presented on 6/28. We also discussed the status of federal funding requests, and Gary stated that the
transportation bill was expected to move forward this month but may be effected by the Supreme Court
nomination process and other domestic policy issues.
Endowment fund cost model update in progress 6/9/2005 8:53:00 AM
Sandie Mills left me a voicemail stating that JP Morgan is updating the cost model to reflect a $1M change in
cash flow and recent adjustments in weekly rates/spread. She stated that the revised model should be
completed in 1-2 weeks and will be forwarded to us at that time (this would be the last outstanding item
requested for continuation of financial review). She also indicated that Gary Dowdell is planning to contact KF
directly to discuss the current financial status and upcoming cost model revision.
Letter & report from OBM re appropriation 5/31/2005 2:03:00 PM
OBM makes preliminary determinations for projects, including National Underground RR, that will be a part of
the Per Cent for Arts Program. Review report & notify Tom Johnson by 6/26/05 if you want OBM to reconsider
the determination.
5/4 telecon re:loan amendment 5/6/2005 9:14:00 AM

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CZ and TO discussed with NURFC Sandie Mills and Gary Dowdell the structure of the reimbursement
agreement and changes included in the 2 amendments to the original agreement, in preperation for additional
internal assessments of the NURFC project which may be included in the May Commission meeting agenda.
4/29 telecon 5/2/2005 8:09:00 AM
JA and I had a telecon with Sandie, George, and Gary Bockleman to discuss resolution requirements and
documentation to be provided by the Freedom Center. We also discussed Gary's plans for presentation to the
Commission once the project is officially on a meeting agenda.
4/12 telecon 4/13/2005 10:50:00 AM
TO and JA conducted a financial review telecon with Sandie and George Turk; we reviewed unaudited 2004
reports and will receive the audited versions in late April. Also received documentation of the bank loan
extension and insurance coverage. DOT funding is in progress but will not be committed until at least June.
Operational reports were not shared although Sandie will make a second request to share that infomation; we
did have a candid conversation regarding performance to budget and NURFC has realized some programming
nitches which are being developed to create more revenue. There is operations financial data included in the
2004 reports in hand and upcoming audited versions.
4/6 financial telecon rescheduled 4/8/2005 7:13:00 AM
Sandie Mills asked me to delay the telecon until 10AM 4/12 as she was on vacation last week and has auditors
preparing 1st quarter financials this week. She assured me we will have more accurate and updated
information if we delay the telecon.
update from Sandy Mills 3/23/2005 4:18:00 PM
I spoke with Sandy and she confirmed that bank consortium has extended the $50M loan for 2 years and that
the private capital campaign has been completed (a requirement of the terms of loan extension). She is
forwarding copy of the extension documents and an updated full funding analysis worksheet later this week.
She stated that audited financials for FY04 ending 12/31 would be available in late April, as the report was
expedited per terms of the loan extension. She also indicated that the NURFC 1st quarter 05 financial report
would be available for review at about the same time. Federal DOT funding is in process but not yet
committed to the project. Weekly operations financial reports ("key indicators" and "scorecard") for the Board
have not been made public thus far but she is checking with Gary Dowdell for permission to share this
information with us. I have scheduled a financial review telecon to discuss available information on 4/6.
December financial update recieved 1/24/2005 1:30:00 PM
We received an updated financial report from Freedom Center which stated that $1.4M of the $1.7M
fundraising goal for 2004 had been recieved. Sandy Mills indicated that Bank One had approved the 1 year
extension to their portion of the line of credit for the project and that Freedom Center officials were awaiting
decisions from the other lenders involved in the loan.
Update from Sandy Mills 11/30/2004 11:43:00 AM
I spoke with Sandy regarding fundraising updates and she agreed to forward the end of September financial
report on 12/2, the day it will be presented to the Freedom Center's finance committee. She indicated that
fundraising is still on track to achieve the required goal in June 2005, with the assumption that requested state
and federal funds are appropriated. Freedom Center is meeting with BankOne on 12/15 to review the renewal
of the $50M line of credit. We agreed to let the CAF completion date of 12/30 pass and will amend the CAF
and completion date as relates to additional appropriations from the state.
Certificate of occupancy recieved 11/16/2004 11:08:00 AM

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OASFC has recieved a copy of the final certificate of occupancy for NURFC. Management agreement will most
likely be extended 2 years due to ongoing fundraising, the CAF expires on 12/31/04 but will be extended in the
event that additional funds are appropriated in the upcoming capital bill.
Opening events schedule 8/18/2004 1:44:00 PM
The following events are scheduled to celebrate the dedication of the National Underground Railroad Freedom
Center, per the invitation forwarded to OASFC's Jerry Emig: Sunday 8/22- "Lighting the Way" Dinner and
Building Preview fundraiser Monday 8/23- 12-8:00PM, Festival of Freedom which includes "activities for the
entire family." 6:30-8:00PM, Concert with national and regional artists. 8-10:00PM, Public Dedication and
Lighting Freedom's Flame Ceremony.
Call re: latest grand opening plans 8/10/2004 1:05:00 PM
Jerry called Linda Roberts Rosser inquiring about the latest plans for the Aug. 22 fund raiser dinner and Aug.
23 grand opening. Jerry left voice mail message asking if the Governor is attending, if he is speaking, and if
legislators will be recognized verbally and in the program.
Wage and Hours investigation 8/6/2004 2:10:00 PM
I was contacted by Bob Kennedy of the State Wage and Hours department regarding a prevailing wage
complaint filed against a contractor on the Freedom Center project. I contacted Dugan and Meyers project
manager Bob Compton as well as NURFC staff to coordinate direct contact with Mr. Kennedy. I confirmed with
Mr. Kennedy that he would be contacted by Dugan and Meyers representatives and asked that he keep me
informed of the progress and outcome of his agency's investigation.
State Architect letter 8/6/2004 12:17:00 PM
This letter is a second attachment associated with the preceding note.
Query from U.S. Senators DeWine & Voinovich 8/5/2004 6:39:00 PM
A written query was forwarded from DAS/State Architect's office regarding a complaint about the bidding of the
stone contracts. Letter of response signed by KFox was sent explaining local administration process,
contractual obligations of local sponsor, status of lawsuit against local sponsor (withdrawn) by same
complaintant.
Recognition plaque review and approval 8/5/2004 4:01:00 PM
Jerry forwarded to Carla Butler of the Freedom Center KFox and staff edits to the recognition plaque. The
changes are minimal that we'd like to see on the plaque. Edits were minor in nature. Jerry recommended to
Carla to allow OASFC to review the edited version.
Dedication recommendations 7/28/2004 2:29:00 PM
Jerry spoke with Lisa Roberts Rosser of the Freedom Center re: Aug. 22 fund raiser dinner and Aug. 23 grand
opening events. Jerry was told that speaking opportunities at both events were limited. Regardless, he advised
that Gov. Taft should have an opportunity to speak and that the Hamilton Co. reps to the GA should be
recognized. Jerry emailed suggested copy for the verbal recognition as well as for program recognition, if they
include sponsors in the fund raiser program.
State Recognition 6/28/2004 4:55:00 PM

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K. Fox, T. O'Donnell and J. Emig had a conference call with Gary Bockelman, Ed Rigaud, Sue Feamster and
Karla Butler to discuss the state's permanent recognition on the Freedom Center. K. Fox advised that
Governor Taft, members of the General Assembly leadership and the Hamilton County members of the
General Assembly should be recognized appropriately and where possible at grand opening ribbon cutting
events, in verbal remarks, in any printed programs, on easels and on a permanent plaque. G. Bockelman
agreed that the Freedom Center would work on a permanent recognition plaque that would include state
recognition based on page 2 recommendations of the Commission's May 6 letter to Bockelman and Byron
Stallworth. Those recommendations recognize by name all of the Ohio governors, General Assembly leaders
and Hamilton County delegation members to the General Assembly who voted for appropriations to the
Freedom Center. Bockelman also agreed to let the Commission approve this plaque prior to it's production.
updated financials and invoices received 6/25/2004 5:26:00 PM
I am distributing for DG/KF review the April interim financial report which has been submitted for review by
NURFC. In addition, the package contained nearly $3M in additional invoices which will be checked in and held
review against future appropriations which may be provided by the legislature.
Telecon with Sandra Mills re:obligations, insurance and 6/25/2004 10:25:00 AM
recognition
I spoke with Sandra today and reminded her of our current outstanding obligations; she is coordinating
transmission of construction meeting reports, upcoming activities and schedule of events obligations. In
addition, audited financial reports for fiscal year ending Dec. 2003 are being Fed-exed today to OASFC.
Sandra also informed me that NURFC will be completing insurance conversions(specifically the $15M umbrella
liability coverage) to be in force on July 13; this will address concerns regarding "soft" openings scheduled
prior to the mid-August public grand opening. Sandra also provided a direct contact for implementation of
recognition program requirements; Jerry and I called this morning and left a message for Karla Butler, NURFC
Community Relations, to contact Jerry or myself as soon as possible.
5/25 meeting and recent activities 6/10/2004 4:44:00 PM
NURFC staff met with OASFC staff on 5/25 and reviewed current financial status and projections for full
funding. Consequently the remaining invoices were approved and processed; the electronic transfer of funds
was completed per DG on 6/8. NURFC staff have relocated to the new facility; a partial, temporary certificate
of occupancy has been granted for this purpose. Insurance requirements for public use of the facility have
been reviewed; per the direction of OASFC legal counsel, T.O. is in process with validating that BankOne is
aware of and approves of the scheduled VIP and employee tours prior to the opening of the facility to the
general public.
Telecon with Sandy Mills 5/12/2004 2:43:00 PM
Dave and I spoke with Sandy on 5/11/04 to discuss the package of financial information forwarded on 5/7. Per
Sandy, the independent audit of the NURFC accounting has been completed and the interim report will be
made available for Dave's review prior to the upcoming meeting in Columbus.
RS Status Update 4/7/2004 4:11:00 PM
- Dave Gruber is reviewing financial information per Kathy's request. He is to let the Local Sponsor know if
additional information is needed. - There are pending invoices on my desk. Do not pay until Dave has
completed the financial review and Kathy has given the ok to pay. (paying for exhibit design, fabrication,
installation--mileage, travel and meal reimbursables are not being paid) - Copies of previously paid invoices in
the financial files - see Dave Gruber - Send out letter re: State Recognition
Site Visit to NURFC 3/7/2004 8:42:00 PM

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K Fox visited Freedom Center site on 2/27/04 following meetings in Cinci on other projects. Primary purpose
of visit was to review project status to determine if April Commission meeting in Cinci was advisable. NURFC
officials expect to move offices into new building on 5/1/04, with "soft openings" occuring in July, and possible
grand opening/dedication in August. NURFC officials stated a preference for July Commission visit so that
more complete exhibits would be available.
Financial Reports 02/18/04 2/18/2004 10:50:00 AM
Received updated financial project plans, fundraising and full-funding reports from Freedom Center.
Forwarded these to Dave Gruber for review.
Liens 2/17/2004 1:49:00 PM
Called Bob Compton, CM for the project, to let him know that I had received a phone call from a Tamara Tack.
She let me know that Waite Construction may be filing a lien against the project. I gave Bob the phone number
so he could reach Tamar. He did not know about this potential lien but he let me know that there are two liens
filed against the project. They are in the process of trying to resolve them and he will provide me an update in
a few days. He did let me know that they have contingency funds that could cover the amounts of the liens if
the Freedom Center is found to be responsible for the claims.
Financial Reports 12/1/03 12/1/2003 3:45:00 PM
Forwarded the Sept and Oct financial reports to Dave Gruber for review.
CM Reports 11/5/2003 12:08:00 PM
CM Reports for July, August, Sept and Oct were emailed to me today.
RS 10-30-03 10/30/2003 12:45:00 PM
Spoke to Byron Stallworth. He is going to make sure the CM sends me the last three Monthly Const. Reports
and that they put me back on the list to send the report to each month. Not sure why they stopped being sent
to our office. Also let him know that we need to get monthly updates of their full-funding status. We have not
been getting those on a regular basis.
RS 10-29-03 10/29/2003 3:50:00 PM
Received phone message from Sandy Mills, NURFC. She spoke to Gary Bockelman and the next date that
they could meet with us here in Columbus is December 9th at 3PM. Need to check to see if Kathy is available
on that day and get back to them to confirm.
Lawsuit on stone contract 10/15/2003 9:34:00 AM
Rec'd a call from the Cleveland Plain Dealer regarding a lawsuit filed by a Cleveland stone importer against
NURFC. Call handled by Jerry Emig. Info. provided: State law allows the Commission to designate a local
construction administrator; the Commission's CAF specifies the requirements for construction contracts; Jerry
will refer specific questions about the lawsuit to Ernest Britton @ NURFC, 513-470-1572.
Call from Brian Stallworth 10/09/03 10/14/2003 2:53:00 PM
Byron Stallworth called for Robyn. Jayne left him a message with Her number and told him Robyn would be
back October 20. Jayne talked to Robyn this afternoon and she said he is with Freedom Center. Byron is
looking for financial information to use in his year end report. His number is 513-412-6901. 10/14/03 GVW
returned his call and also told him about the press call KMF received regarding the stone work issues. GVW
asked him to check into the missing monthly construction reports. GVW also left same message with Gary
Bockelman.
RS 7-1-03 9/17/2003 2:19:00 PM

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Copies of previously paid invoices in the hard-copy file in my office

RS 6-16-03 9/16/2003 4:17:00 PM
Continue paying invoices (paying for exhibit design, fabrication, installation--mileage, travel and meal
reimbursables are not being paid) '' Copies of previously paid invoices in the hard-copy file in my office '' Send
out letter re: State Recognition
RS 6-9-03 9/16/2003 8:30:00 AM
Freedom Center '' Continue paying invoices (paying for exhibit design, fabrication, installation--mileage, travel
and meal reimbursables are not being paid) '' Copies of previously paid invoices in the hard-copy file in my
office '' Send out letter re: State Recognition
RS 6/2/03 9/15/2003 4:14:00 PM
Send out letter re: State Recognition
RS 5/27/03 9/15/2003 11:24:00 AM
Freedom Center - Continue paying invoices (paying for exhibit design, fabrication, installation--mileage, travel
and meal reimbursables are not being paid) - Copies of previously paid invoices in the hard-copy file in my
office
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