This is an internal memo from Dave Hirz, President of Ralphs supermarkets.

"I have heard that many of you are concerned about the ongoing national debate regarding potential changes in our country's immigration laws and policies. We also believe that law-abiding and hard-working immigrants deserve fair treatment and an opportunity to enjoy the American Dream. We support plans that give immigrants and their families opportunities for citizenship, including legislation that does all of the following:

- Provides qualified undocumented immigrants now in our country a way to earn legal status

- Increases control of our borders

- Provides for a temporary worker program

- Creates an enforcement program that imposes effective penalties for employers who violate the new laws"

"If you are considering participating in 'Awareness Day' on May 1, I encourage you to tell your supervisor or Store Director in advance so that we can make arrangements to properly serve our Customers."

"As you make a personal choice as to how you participate or support this Awareness Event, please conduct youself in a manner that supports our strategy and keeps our business growing."


E-mail: davehirz@ralphs.com

phone: (310) 884-4100

fax: (310) 884-2505