Tensions between the board and the family have been high since the board ousted Joe Paterno in November as head football coach in the aftermath of child sexual abuse charges against retired defensive coordinator Jerry Sandusky, who has denied all allegations. Peetz was responding to a reporter's question about whether the two sides had been in contact since the university announced two weeks ago that it was providing millions in payments and benefits to Joe Paterno's estate and family members under the late coach's employment contract. Despite the touchy relationship with trustees and university leadership, Sue Paterno and son Jay Paterno have slowly been making more public appearances recently on campus, especially at charitable events. Jay Paterno, who coached quarterbacks under his father, has also been seen in recent weeks at other campus events including a pizza and ice cream social for Penn State seniors and the groundbreaking for a new ice hockey arena on campus.
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