Media Relations Policy

It is important that inquiries by the media in relation to our company be handled in accordance with the following policy:

All inquiries should be referred to ________________ (the "Spokesperson"). As the Company's chief spokesperson, the Spokesperson will respond directly or designate another party to serve as spokesperson. The Spokesperson also will direct the process by which a response is determined or position taken. If the Spokesperson is not available, inquiries should be referred to the ________________.

This policy covers all forms of responses to the media, including "off the record" and anonymous statements.