Annual Community Update We re Gaining Momentum

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1 Annual Community Update We re Gaining Momentum

2 marked several important milestones for HollyFrontier and we pledge to keep the momentum going in The refinery s new BELCO scrubber at sunset. The white steam plume shows the scrubber is working 24/7 to reduce emissions. Turn to page 11 for more information.

3 01 The world in is a much different place than it was in 1934, when our refinery began operating. Who could have anticipated the enormous changes in our nation s culture, economy and technology? Today, people have a different attitude toward industrial producers and corporations. Expectations for accountability, transparency and responsibility are higher than ever and our own expectations for ourselves are even higher. That s why HollyFrontier Cheyenne has been looking toward the future and reflecting on the kind of business we want to be and what kind of relationship we want with the community. We re evolving because we believe there s more at stake than energy production there s also the continued prosperity of our community and our friends and neighbors. We feel fortunate and privileged to have operated in Cheyenne for so long with your support, and we want to keep that going for decades to come. This annual community update is for you. It will tell you more about who we are, what we did this year, and what the future will hold for us. When you finish reading this report, we invite you to help us keep gaining momentum by going online to give us your input. Your feedback is important to us, because without you, we wouldn t be here. Best wishes to you for a safe and prosperous Mike Achacoso Vice President and Refinery Manager Please see the back cover to see how you can share your opinions with us.

4 02 We re part of our nation s energy industry HQ = headquarters Salt Lake City Cheyenne El Dorado Tulsa Artesia hq HollyFrontier Corporation is a large independent petroleum refiner in the United States with operations throughout the mid-continent, southwestern and Rocky Mountain regions. Subsidiaries of HollyFrontier operate five complex refineries. Total processing capacity 443 thousand barrels per day Subsidiaries produce and market Gasoline Jet Fuel Diesel Specialty lubricants Asphalt

5 and a major contributor to our local economy. 03 The HollyFrontier refinery in Cheyenne couldn t operate without the support of our community that s why we are proud to have invested significantly in its prosperity in. employment numbers $ Full-time employees million in payroll Contractors Industrial contributions 1.5 million gallons of gasoline and diesel produced a day Enough to fuel more than 263,000 vehicles to make round-trips from Cheyenne to Fort Collins % of crude oil is sourced regionally, from Wyoming, Colorado, and North Dakota Money reinvested in the community 3 $ million in local, county and state taxes 250 $ thousand in charitable contributions

6 04 We have a long history here HollyFrontier Cheyenne has deep roots in Wyoming soil. Over the years, we ve been proud to grow and prosper along with our community. As a major contributor to the local economy, the refinery has always been committed to operating ethically, responsibly and safely in this beautiful state The Cheyenne refinery is built and begins operation The first drilled oil well in Wyoming begins operation near Dallas Dome The Great Depression brings the booming oil industry to its knees. The price of oil in Wyoming plummets from $3 per barrel to only 19 cents The Frontier Refining Co. is formed and its president M.H. Bud Robineau purchases the refinery. Cheyenne s population grows from 23,000 to 34,000. At this point, the refinery employs 65 workers and distributes its gasoline to 6 states in the region. The U.S. Navy begins 1902 The first gasolinepowered automobile in Cheyenne is purchased by a local physician to convert its fleet from coal- to oil-power. The U.S.S. Wyoming is the first ship to be converted.

7 and our future is just beginning Oil production peaks nationally and begins to downturn. Unlike many of its competitors, the refinery remains open Aviation Fuel for World War II Through the joint effort of refinery owner Bud Robineau and Wyoming Senator Joseph C. O Mahoney, an $8 million, 40-acre facility adjacent to the existing refinery is constructed to produce vital 100-octane aviation fuel for the Army Air Forces as part of the war effort Frontier completes a merger of equals with Holly Corporation and changes name to HollyFrontier Corporation. Once in operation, an additional 165 workers are employed permanently and an estimated $328,500 annually is added to the Cheyenne economy today s equivalent would be more than $4 million. More than double the previous amount of crude oil for processing is purchased annually from oil fields in Niobrara and Natrona counties. Over the following decades the refinery s success helps Cheyenne s rapidly growing economy and population. HollyFrontier is listed as one of the 150 largest companies in the U.S. by Fortune magazine. 2013

8 06 We re committed to our community HollyFrontier supports a wide range HollyFrontier and Military Service of family events in the surrounding At the refinery, we are proud to have area. In addition to financial several employees in the National contributions, our employees are Guard and Reserve. In appreciation of their dedication and service, we actively involved in supporting support them fully as an employer. families in our community through This year, we received the Seven volunteer work and military service. Seals Award from the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) for meritorious leadership and initiative in support of the men and women who serve America.

9 because we re your friends and neighbors. 07 Cheyenne Frontier Days Neighborhood Night Out Superday As a Silver Boot Sponsor, Organized annually by the The Cheyenne refinery is the HollyFrontier is a long-time Cheyenne Police Department, this sole sponsor of Superday, an supporter of Cheyenne Frontier multiple block party heightens annual family event full of fun Days, a western rodeo event held community awareness of crime and activities that emphasize safety for over 118 years and celebrating drug prevention while generating and community. This year, local culture and promoting support for anticrime programs. about 25,000 people attended community involvement. This year HollyFrontier sponsored this the event and volunteers from we invited 8 families affiliated with event in part, and employees HollyFrontier helped welcome the Boys and Girls Club to join in also volunteered to help dish out families to the event and on the fun at no cost to them. barbeque at this fun family event. handed out event materials.

10 08 We support our local youth organizations Boys and Girls Club Support The future of our city rests in our children s hands. That s why we are the largest corporate supporter of the Boys and Girls Club of Cheyenne, an organization that provides transformative after-school and summer programs for children ages Since 2009, we have pledged $855,000 to help provide a safe place for up to 1000 local children to grow. 1 Celebrated the new, expanded Boys and Girls Club facility 2 Joined Club members to plant a tree on Earth Day boys & girls club support What we did in 3 $95 Participated thousand donated 4 in the first Dancing with the Stars Cheyenne event, whose proceeds went to the Club 5 Sponsored eight families to attend Cheyenne Frontier Days Our support helps provide: After school tutoring Computer lab resources Educational programs in robotics, technology and science School supplies

11 and public education. Adopted School Support In partnership with Laramie County School District 1 and their Adopted School Program, we worked with Hebard Elementary School, a Title I school near the refinery, and South High School, to do what we can as a business to support our neighborhood children. 09 Hebard Elementary School 1 Employees participated in Secret Santa program 2 Purchased 10 robotic kits for their STEM program 3 Raised money internally to help every student buy winter clothing adopted school support 4 Donated new basketball uniforms 5 Provided bicycles as incentives for their citizenship program 1 South High School $5 thousand donated to their athletic fund, which may be used to replace old equipment or away game support

12 10 We re investing more in environmental responsibility We understand that it is a privilege to conduct our business in the communities where we operate. That s why we are committed to minimizing environmental impacts by reducing wastes, emissions and other releases. Environmental stewardship is a big responsibility and we strive to live up to the trust you place in us by leading the way to reducing pollution in our community. Installed a BELCO flue gas scrubber to reduce emissions Created plans to address water concerns by removing selenium from our discharge water by the end of 2016 Our Environmental Department A Glimpse Inside HollyFrontier An 8-member group of employees cooperate Once a week every worker from and plan with regulatory federal and state contractors to the plant manager helps agencies like the Environmental Protection pick up trash around the refinery to Agency and the Wyoming Department of keep it a clean, safe space. Just like the Environmental Quality to address short-term environment, we believe we all need to and long-term environmental concerns. We work together to take care of the places are proud of the collaborative relationship we where we live and work. have with regulatory industries.

13 11 and we ll keep you up-to-date with our progress. This year we invited residents to breathe easier by introducing you to an important piece of new equipment at the refinery a $30 million BELCO flue gas scrubber. It has been a welcome addition to the city s skyline, removing even more gas and particulate emissions than current industry-standard technology. Its signature white steam plume lets you know it is working 24/7 to purify the air. sulfur dioxide emissions contribute to odors and acid rain EPA limit: Reduction vs. limit 95 % After scrubber: NITROGEN OXIDE emissions contribute to smog and ozone PARTICULATES EPA limit: DOWN 85 Reduction vs. limit % 80 % After scrubber:

14 12 We strive to keep our community safe We are continuously working to find Corporate Investments in Safety new ways to ensure that every worker Since 2011, approximately 25% of annual goes home safely at the end of the day and that our community feels confident in placing their trust in us. capital expenditure at the corporate level about $300 million has been spent on safety and environmental improvements at all five subsidiaries. An additional $300 million has been spent on maintenance capital and risk reduction. 300 $ million in safety and environmental improvements Emergency Preparedness The refinery has a fully staffed emergency response team trained in firefighting, hazardous materials response, rescue and medical care. Every emergency response team member is certified as an NFPA 1081 Advanced Exterior firefighter. The refinery provides mutual aid to volunteer fire departments in rural areas around Cheyenne. We also invite firefighters to join our team during training to increase knowledge.

15 and our facility and employees, too. Training and Employing Safe Workers Wyoming Governor s Safety Award In 2012, the Governor s Office challenged A Head FCC (Fluid Catalytic Cracker) Wyoming refineries to band together and Operator, John Ondriezek, received share ideas to improve safety. The Wyoming the Stop Work Authority award Refining Safety Alliance was born and from Governor Mead. Developed HollyFrontier continues to play a part in it. by the Governor s Office, the award encourages employees to personally In 2013, we partnered with Laramie County stop potentially unsafe work. While Community College to design and launch a doing a round on the FCC last year, Process Technology program, the first of its Ondriezek noticed a possible safety kind in Wyoming. Students enroll in a 14-week issue and, supported by management, program and train on industrial systems with a the decision was made to safely shut heavy emphasis on safety. This prepares them the unit down for investigation. These for entry-level positions at the refinery as an actions earned him the award and operator. management recognition. HollyFrontier Cheyenne interviews every graduate and hires only the best to continuously improve safety at the refinery. Since program launch, there have been five graduating classes. We have hired 8 graduates from the program and we look forward to more. 8 graduates hired at HollyFrontier 13

16 Cheyenne Refining LLC 300 Morrie Ave, Cheyenne, WY PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID LOVELAND, CO PERMIT NO. 100 Honesty is the best policy Members of our CAP gather after a recent meeting at the refinery. We want to hear from you! You can help us keep gaining momentum in 2016 toward becoming an even better corporate neighbor. Simply visit us online to let us know how you think we re doing. wyopinions.com You re also welcome to call our community care line: Community Advisory Panel For the past five years, HollyFrontier Cheyenne has relied on feedback from our Community Advisory Panel (CAP). This diverse group is comprised of local neighbors, city and county government officials, emergency responders, military representatives, LSCD 1 teachers, and members of the business community. We appreciate and value their advice. We re Gaining Momentum