A memo sent around 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, and signed by executive chairman Satell, read: "Despite the seriousness of the charges, there is nothing to indicate that it would be inappropriate to permit [Ahr] to continue to perform his job duties here, or that he is unable to competently do so consistent with high standards of conduct, as he has done for more than 40 years. Therefore, we do not expect this to affect his employment status."