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I purchased the DeskMate Wireless Charging Pad on February 5 for shared use at our reception desk at Lakeshore Financial. The device arrived on February 7 and was operational within minutes—no software installation was required. It charges two phones simultaneously, and the LED indicator turns green when each device reaches full battery. The main concern is heat. After about three hours of continuous charging, the pad becomes noticeably warm. I contacted the manufacturer through their website on February 10, and a representative responded the same day, explaining that the warmth is normal but recommending a ventilated surface. Another minor issue is that the rubber feet on the bottom are thin and slip on glass desks. Our office manager placed a small mat underneath, which solved the problem. At $34.99, the DeskMate is affordable and reliable for offices with multiple visitors who need to charge devices during appointments.

Subject: Parking Garage Closure—March 18–19 Dear tenants, The underground parking garage at Meridian Tower will be closed for resurfacing on Monday, March 18, and Tuesday, March 19. Work will take place from 6:00 A.M. to 8:00 P.M. both days. All vehicles must be removed from levels B1 and B2 by Sunday, March 17, at 10:00 P.M. Alternative parking is available at the Elm Street lot, which is a five-minute walk from the building. Tenants may park there at no charge during the closure by showing their Meridian Tower access badge at the lot entrance. Please inform any clients or deliveries scheduled for those dates. Loading dock access on the ground level will remain open, but drivers should enter from Oak Avenue instead of the usual Pine Street ramp. Questions can be directed to the building management office at ext. 305 or facilities@meridiantower.com. Regards, Patricia Delgado Building Manager

NOTICE To: All Employees From: Office Administration Date: April 2 Effective Monday, April 8, the conference room booking system will be updated. All reservations must now be made through the new BookSpace app, which replaces the previous sign-up sheets posted outside each room. The app is available for download on all company devices. Key changes: • Bookings may be made up to 14 days in advance (previously 7 days). • Rooms not checked into within 10 minutes of the reservation start time will be automatically released. • Recurring meetings must be approved by a department head before they can be scheduled. Training sessions on the BookSpace app will be held on Thursday, April 4, at 10:00 A.M. and 2:00 P.M. in Room 301. Each session lasts 30 minutes. Attendance is recommended but not mandatory. For assistance, contact the IT Help Desk at helpdesk@crestviewinc.com or ext. 412.

Greystone Logistics is seeking a full-time Warehouse Inventory Coordinator for our distribution center in Portland, Oregon. The position involves tracking incoming shipments, updating inventory records in our database system, and coordinating with delivery drivers on daily schedules. Work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. Overtime may be required during the holiday season (November and December). The starting salary is $42,000 per year, with a performance review after six months. Requirements: • Two years of warehouse or logistics experience • Proficiency with inventory management software • Forklift certification (training provided if needed) • Ability to lift items up to 50 pounds Benefits include health insurance, 10 paid vacation days, and a transportation allowance. Interested applicants should send a resume to careers@greystonelogistics.com by April 15. Please include "Inventory Coordinator—Portland" in the subject line.

New Employee Orientation Schedule — May 6 Location: Crestfield Corp. Headquarters, Building A All times are Eastern Standard Time. 8:30–9:00 A.M. Welcome and check-in (Main Lobby—bring photo ID) 9:00–9:45 A.M. Company overview presentation (Auditorium, 2nd Floor) 10:00–10:45 A.M. Benefits enrollment session (Room 204) 10:45–11:00 A.M. Break 11:00–11:45 A.M. IT setup and equipment distribution (Room 110) 11:45 A.M.–12:30 P.M. Lunch (Cafeteria, Ground Floor—meal provided) 12:30–1:15 P.M. Safety and compliance training (Room 204) 1:30–2:15 P.M. Department introductions (assigned meeting rooms) 2:15–2:30 P.M. Closing remarks and Q&A (Auditorium) Note: Employees who do not bring photo ID will need to return to the security desk before receiving their access badges. Free parking is available in Lot C with an orientation pass.

May 14, 2026 Mr. David Thornton Operations Director Mapleridge Consulting Group Dear Mr. Thornton, Thank you for choosing Pinnacle Cleaning Services for the past two years. Your current contract expires on June 30, and I am writing to discuss renewal options. We are pleased to offer a 12-month renewal at the same rate of $1,850 per month for your three-floor office space. This includes nightly vacuuming, restroom sanitation, and kitchen area cleaning Monday through Friday. Window cleaning will continue on a quarterly basis at no extra charge. If you wish to add Saturday cleaning, the monthly rate would increase to $2,100. Please note that weekend services require a two-week advance notice to schedule staff. To renew, please sign the attached agreement and return it by email to contracts@pinnaclecleaning.com no later than June 10. If you have questions, I can be reached at (555) 827-3140. Sincerely, Rachel Owens Account Manager Pinnacle Cleaning Services

Subject: Office Supply Order—Approval Needed by Thursday Hi Sandra, I've compiled the quarterly office supply order for our department. The total comes to $487.50, which is within our $500 budget. The order includes printer paper, toner cartridges, sticky notes, and filing folders. I also added a box of whiteboard markers since several team members reported that the ones in Conference Room A are nearly empty. I need your approval by Thursday, March 21, at noon so I can submit the purchase request to Procurement before their Friday deadline. The supplier has confirmed that orders placed by March 22 will arrive within five business days. One thing to note: the price of toner cartridges has increased by 12% since last quarter. If you'd prefer, I can look into a different brand that might be less expensive. Let me know. Thanks, Kevin Park Administrative Assistant

NOTICE To: All Staff, Westbrook Office Tower From: Safety Committee Date: April 1 A mandatory fire drill will be conducted on Wednesday, April 10, between 10:00 A.M. and 10:30 A.M. When the alarm sounds, all employees must exit the building using the nearest stairwell. Do not use the elevators. Floor wardens will guide staff to the designated assembly point in the east parking lot. Attendance will be recorded, so please remain at the assembly area until your floor warden confirms your name. Employees who are out of the office on April 10 should notify their manager in advance. The drill is expected to last approximately 20 minutes. Normal operations will resume once the all-clear announcement is made over the intercom. Please review the evacuation map posted near each stairwell entrance before the drill. Contact the Safety Committee at safety@westbrookoffice.com with questions.

Reviewed by: Sarah Kim, Accounting Department Posted: March 28 Our team ordered four BrightView LED desk lamps for individual workstations after our overhead lighting was dimmed to save energy. Each lamp arrived fully assembled and plugged in directly—no batteries are needed. The adjustable arm reaches about 18 inches, which covers most of the desk surface. The three brightness settings are useful. I typically work on the medium setting, but the highest setting is helpful when reviewing printed financial statements. The light does not flicker, which was a concern with our previous desk lamps. One drawback is the power button location. It is on the base, hidden under the arm when the lamp is angled downward. This makes it awkward to turn on in the morning. Customer support suggested rotating the arm upward first, but that should not be necessary. At $27 per unit, the BrightView is a practical choice for offices looking to supplement reduced overhead lighting.

June 2, 2026 Ms. Angela Rivera Managing Director Silverline Marketing Partners Dear Ms. Rivera, This letter confirms that the lease for your office suite (Suite 410, Parkview Business Center) has been extended for an additional 18 months, effective August 1, 2026. The monthly rent remains at $3,200, consistent with the terms of your original agreement. Please note the following updates to building amenities during the extension period: • The lobby will be renovated from August 5 to August 16. Tenants should use the side entrance on Birch Lane during that time. • A new shared meeting room on the fourth floor will be available starting September 1 at no additional charge. Kindly sign and return one copy of the enclosed agreement by June 20. If you have any questions, please contact our leasing office at (555) 340-9821 or leasing@parkviewbc.com. Best regards, Thomas Fischer Property Manager Parkview Business Center