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HomeMy WebLinkAboutATTACHMENT ILl n �J c .r ;21149 11. RNATy O,NAL.; IN Friday, February 01, 2008 Frank Noland New Era Mines- North Continent Land & timber, Inc. 4950 Cohasset Road Unit 10 Chico, CA 95973 Frank & Ron, Per your.request several.of us have filled out and signed affidavits for New Era Mine. I was the one that sold the first piece of our equipment to New Era Mines. I remember that we sent two individuals down at differnet times to help set it up. I went back through my records and found . the original invoices and copies we kept of the checks for payment. I have included copies for your information. I hope that this is of some assistance to you. Sincerely, Randy Smith _ Sales Manager Goldfield InternationalOR T, 2 2008 IDEVEOpMEN JWkA SERVICES 1W X00-000 *** 1 N V O I C E *** ************************* GOLDFIELD ENG. 701 SOUTH 100 EAST PROVO, UT 84606 ACCOUNT ID: NEWERA SOLD NEW ERA MINES TO P. O. BOX 9132 CHICO, CA 95927 ======================== INVOICE NU. ; 2031 INVOICE DATE: 10729/90 ORDER NO. : ORDER DATE : 09/24/40 SHIP DATE : 10/29/90 TERM5 : CASH ' *************************** * DUE DATE i 10/29/90 * *************************** SHIP NEW ERA MINES TO P. O. BOX 9132 CHICO, ======================== CA 95927 SALESMAN : RANDY SMITH -- IT ORD SHP DESCRIPTION PRICE DISC AMOUNT -------------------------------------- ---------- ---- ----------- 1 1 1 DUPLEX JIG 11190C.00 0 11,900.00 ! L! / � SUBTOTAL: 11,900.00 FREIGHT: 0.0o TAXES: 0.Oo SERV. CH: DEPOSIT: 0.00 DISCOU�T: 030 TOTAL ` ============ .000001 SHIPPING INF[�!MA-10N 11 ,900.O0 \ IF/ }>8TE QUANTITY oElOH? \ 'A9/g0 0 0 � N - a• 000003 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ZfA IVJ ,t I2--- ,Q•o V 2. I reside at .5'u,'/ 3. I was born on 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer minilig operation known to me as the New Era Mine and l 1Gcateu ar -r i l tit) rC%rC 1\GCiir, 1.�iittC v ri�1.0";y, �.,artti3tTlia i1Cti�ii, 11�11il 10, t.,,.,,! t ., •t +1 : i s;: .,,,:+ !. ;�....:++ r! 1-y 7? 1.} T` T ✓. 1 und%rSrullu utdL 1,1t.rS c�l.l.luuvt� may " ut),Ii t+ uy l,ililatu t Lilgall or his agents to any or each of th:, Bu-LL.c (,Ciiiilty hi�iiiii.iiiz �.Ciiiiii7iSSi:}i'!. 'if1L' 'r;;111r ('(-mr iv iicpartri,cnt ofi `n:r�iiCB, till hail oiiva, iiepai-n—ent of �.vii$%i Jatioii, CA ICC> ii1 1.'rai :i111atioii., Or Si.ich other t;oVel"lil'i).C;i}l:ll i'i.ltf"liiit'i.}' Cii•c0i111. Cii C:Ciillpi ` i.C:i i.{. u8 i.t�..bt,t,{,tt{.{{,�,u ii}' jKii%i.ci,u K. 1-02i.ii.i lir 1.{.t.o ll. I itt U l.U.l,TI1llW♦.Lt ifn vi. 000004 • Affidavit of 1,9A A14,4 .Z,d- /s 2AP / Page 2 of 4 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since and or the New Era Mine `7 / Z since ; 9. My business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: ' &0 A zz U 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have k.nown Ronald R. Logan and c:nfa.ged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant. to lawful authorization; 13. At all tinges in which I h;ivc known Donald R. Logan and engaged in such business trzn actions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his al;cnta; l ha.vc undcrsi.oc.>d thatth.c operations of the New Fra M'bac, were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party:, 000005/ � � Affidavit of Page 3 of 4 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of minuig waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. . Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known .Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Lagan and/or his agents have been -engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate "Active" operations of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ---- and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set fortis by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By, a 0 0 0 0 0 A_friunt's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT �In .-d d 12 Z ) The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Ali 14%x. kr.,/ 2 ; 2. I reside at I d cl /I L/ !j j2 O 3. Iwasbornon—gA,, 19 in Av a i1a, 9L t- 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creel: Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Donald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Corn -mission., the Butte County Department of I)eveiopment Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Kectain.ation., oi; sueh: other governmental. authority or court. cif competcrit u U1 III 't -c - b y 11 � i JR ain ♦.�. h iY.I+i...- I r. 5��.-.. juir.SuzCvtf3ri. cis .1� wiTci.i:ri.C� by ru�ri.ai.0 r.�. Logain. or. "-is agcnr.�, cacti IAL ----ie. song, discrcuurr, i. a.m. cmpIoyca as a — �, Y_ti ne.'y/ ira v% (111V W I.I r�.i�uai.0 rte. Logan. person.atiy Isirrc c; �Ii1m'110 ILI Affidavit of Page 2 of 4 8. 1 have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since and or the New Era Mine since— ;z nn I 9. MY business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald R. Logan and/or his included: agents V Q it til -e- j J. — have H 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and. intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his. agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in. which I have known Ronald R. Logan:andengaged insuch business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful atithorization.- 13. At al.1 times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Log0aii and/or his agents, 1. have understood that the operations of the Now Fra Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party, 0 Afflant's Initials 0 Affidavit of Page 3 of 4 14. 1 understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of,. the process, involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production ant d.- disposal of mining. waste; and (h.) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understanding& contained herein;. it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in !± such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald, R. Logan it and/or his agents have been engaged in the -following activities, which demonstrate "Active" operationsof the New Era Mine during all, such. periads.: P' L& V Al it S, .-I(- EW and 16. 1 have fully read, this Affidavit; Each statementcontain, herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement, contained: herein to, be tnaie tothe best of my knowledge. • By: no Affiant . Is 1nitials" STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF /L 6G2�2v /%fZtJ/a/ The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is G; y 2. I reside at /0 6 u% 7 Z S— A.I. G / !(/D 04u M 14-2 C-&/ / Z_. 3. 1 was bornon S *w 041�-Gv s , 19c/7 in S /.4-a./ C a4�m w.S ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and + .lt.0 + Anne L TV /J L/Ly -,seem n. r T t B +, n / t 959k,65;oiiaLaf\oalcl, IJT.1LLU- allic (, C:alifomia C 1' t •i +L. ,,.l +L.: ,. A -f-V' '+ 1...> L.....:.1 -r.. �1 L., . 2J ..., ., r .J TJ r J. 1 underS alta LILA t is ll1.L! avit innay'De siivLLu6Led by L\4llillU D. T to or i1iS agent til al C�i CGTiii iii i.iii; l-)Utl.l. ( + �� y ♦:i/TTiny r i.Glliiliii Colnitnission, i.�i@; *Buti.0 County I..,.,. i , o 1.. ..•i", r71. \' n .T L,., f l 1 • . . i--sn. a'LIL..•..,..•.1 4} ( 1 {: i CE�GTiuuLu,. iJ� r�,IJ�;iia%il'(. ,.wrVTCCS, Ll.11 ♦.uLl Oiiiia, 1JLi/AlL13i41LL VL' \'ousel iaLLon, \I,.IjcC. t)i i'vi.i.iie ��C:C;�.GiiilGlii(ll).; ill":'i.ich otho' atilt o iv or cmi.11, ol. c"ii11-OPC:`iAc..iL'i as i.I�,LV1.11.11Ti.LC1 f%y f'�T:iT.i;al.i.l 1.\., i3OgGia or i:i.i.S ac-'C;ri:ii, CGii;:.l i Arr.l. L,u./.l.n.vyL.0 CIS Gi. _ FL/i�s WLUCC 1 l�if V V 1\I IV W Al f\l/l.l iiJ ll 1\. {.�\It GLI I E/V I..l\li%Ctl l v ll l rLlil. 00000 P Affidavit of i Page 2 of 4 y 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his i agents regularly since and or the New Era Mine since / 9 ZY. 9. My business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: F ut ✓ r 1-3 ✓ 1 c- d ,F-2 - S as o L t At r. CHIC. 6vc S �I 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with the New Era Mine, 'Ronald Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed i • with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which. I have known Ronald R. Logan -and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era feline was being operated pug suint to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have lv-.iotivn Romild R.. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Rona.kl 'R. Logan aml/or his rif;csnt.5; l have undcl-slood thatthe operations of the New Era dine; were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any 01ird pan -Ly; 000011 Affidavit of Page 3 of 4 14. 1 understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in • such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan anal/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate "Active" operations of the New Era Mine during all such periods; a, - m 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and. I believe each statement contained herein to be tnic to the best of my knowledge. By _ -- .000012 Af.{iant's Initials _c::;A1_ STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is,�,( �a f' 2. I reside at �l 2,- L= -" 'Lx) 1x) 1- t in 3. I was born on 1 1 Y �' , 19��in u 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Lagan and his '; • agents as operators.of the placer nlinipg operation known to me as the New Era Mine and locate -"'r. �V -, i1i1 V i.TG'ei� r��.vaaCi, BilttC Valley, lley, .,ali.i^6mia 951)(5:5-11- T 51Jlv.Ci • I � i iiri(Ii.Tstariu tiiat til is tii daviL. iiaFiy i7�, SiiLJ ia�eu t;y I-\.CiilFiid R. Logan or his agents to illy or cach iii t;iC: -Butt, Mount .leiannnn - y y 1.tauu1 Coninjissior7.; t.i@: 1+'1111.1 Cioilill liel'ivaaalaa lat til v� va,1v+:�iil�,l.0 .�. rViCCS, Lthe Cal.itolllia,nsen/ation, of Manic R.C:Clal..n.a.Ll.oi:r,, or ; ilch oti:i%i- go ernnacntzd aLit.ilority (1i CO1:i1'l. C)T Co3 ipc u-4 julibuiCLioii as (1CLCi1%ii.Ti:(:(+ v,' 1% l( c ju P- l,0,;,)'W1 or 17.1.8 aj;Cr.t,, C2iC1.1. i.ii. ia.l.cal soi.0 c isCrction.; , cis v. i. i1.iT. C: Lll.l..11.u�'l,u uu � r` �1 4 It'r /.1CiVV Allo w71 \.(.in j..lt \. 1.,1) e•fiAr;6�e 00001 3 u • Affidavit of Page 2 of 4 --- 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since and or the New Era Mine since 1-7 9. My business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: 14 / I" n- � �� H 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all tinges in which I have engaged in such business transactions -with Ronald R: Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to la.wfiil caut:horiat.ion; 13. At ali times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, l have. 1. ndc.rstood that the operations of the New Fra Mine wcrc open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 000014 ? ilAV..11 S .A 1'111?£US • • Affidavit of Page 3 of 4 14. 1 understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of mineral.s by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate "Active" operations of the New Era. Mine during all such periods; M 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is riot typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. �r nn By,_ 4 , � , .4 ) no J Affiart's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ' COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is L��J�-��,� ,•�s ��,?/ ; 2. I reside at 3. I was born on //- Z - j;;4- , 19j�Z- in ,iii-4cI) i u 2!/24 ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer iniiling operation known to me as the New Era Mine and 1 + .1 +40!8_5 T'1 y Cr. 1? d� 1� `Ic"ii.icy, �,iiii.fOTia 9'd9e:G• l,eClLt.0 al -, )J 111 ull [�. 1.\.o CLU 1}I1411. C V � ���,1 I • C Y l +.,....J tt. s1 t�: '+ i•.. bJ ++.,.1 1.,. 'ter :.: D J. 1 urilkrSLtulu LLLat LMS fi111daViL iiiilj .L) iiiuiihiLL�,U t,y 1\unLuiL! 1t. %,oga.n or his agerlLS L, any or cath of` the Butte County l lanniii� ♦,(iihhihhiS51(ii'i, iihC; 'Butte. C.OiiilL." i r......«.+ fin. .>i.... r.. o 'Nerv.Lec tL2 r 'i. i;.. ' i'i,......-r.�„>..+ r !'•I + ,JelJal Lll lL;lll of I �V JC,ru1,1L1L;r'i� ..r�.r v w�.S, Lug, \.aiu.v�i�ia, r��:.�ur L.i1w1rL v! \,i,l•L$P,i JaLloih, �i111Ce lir ivi.r.irC i\l(/.illl.lii.il(flhy Oi fiiLC,i (fi.�hCl Is,OVGTl1Jihi;iir:,i (:Iili.ih(iTJi.y Or COUl"f. o) jiiirliii:ii;i;iiiii ti:: faC;'i.0 i:ri.i ili.0 Ci i7y iii ii:i.cii(.i . 1,0gail. orJUS W, MIS, (;UCIA J.ri '11i.C;J.r S(ii'.L; Ci18Crt iOLh.; 1. i urr! i.i11.i.,,..,yL,a cr., CI. ._.✓/�-1.���1_ ���� – . �/----.._.`�!�!/_!-_.��/__Zo�C�,� — I, LJC nri(i'w'ri i\-%ii"iti,iii X. iAjLMil J:,Cr.ii(iihci.iiy:;MI..CC f1nt-r - (. Affidavit of ) r, j 7 Page 2 of 4 8. 1 have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since and or' the New Era Mine since 6 t) z f �) 9. My business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald R. Logan and/or his, agents have included: M,2tk u� '10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with the New Era Mine, Ronald Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, T.havc understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which. I have known Ronald R. Logan and cngaged in sticli* business transactionswith Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, T have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursi.lLant to law-Iffil a.1.1tho-rizati oil, 13. At all times in which Thavc known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Lol.,tan and/or Iiisaj.,luils, I have i.-indcrsit-ood that the operations of the. Now Eli -a Mine were open) obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 000017 Affidavit of r y Page 3 of 4 14. 1 understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period id which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with. Ronald R. Logan anal/or bis agents, Ronald. R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate "Active" operations of the New Era Kline during all such periods: u Ir& s —.luj � :v1`r``'y �2 lf�i���� f �Z..c%/ /�l' a�,or,/ �� �►�r�.-�?� � and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be ti -Lie to the best of my knowledge. Attiant's initials WELDING -SUPPLY. BOB VIB 357 E. Park Ave. President 2013 201.3 LIncoInBIvdj pp, Box 2166 Call (536.) 5704494 0'.,1118, CA 59 hl A 95928 rberger@mjbwelding-com Ph. (530) 534-6556 C 9 mw.mjbweIdIng.COm Ph.�O 342-358 TRiANaLs P FAX(5 0) 2_1 FA (53 34 715 CoArmos Miller. 7UA-fA' FROM 41 IC7 0 r 0 - a STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is-t� 2. I reside at 35 7 t= 3. I was born on r , 19 16 1 in <::z,4 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a j 2> 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ( � 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �U3 • i 000020 . El Affidavit of Z � e r 4-- , Bp�c^ �- Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: V 2 ( L^ y oci V 1 �, Man' "_ -A Es c 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; lie 11 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Lean and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (� (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit il 0 Q �' (� b2 ? Affiant's Initials/� t� I re Affidavit of Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and ,.(h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ; and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 0 000022 By:i Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name Affiant's Initials d12�1�00� Affidavit of J a Q, ( e,r Page 4 of 4 Date: 0. 000023. giant's Initials Ir li • sig STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at ` i�-•, -' ) i� �J'C ( ; 3. I was born on , 19--- in ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department 'of Development Services,. the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a C.,(-- E 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in business tr•,�nsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000024 J Affidavit of��� Page 2 of 4 • 9. . My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit 000025 Affiant's Initiaismi �l Affidavit of .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and. (li) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: .; and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By:� Name: (� a� — ,j Date: .2D -pd o�- Witnessed By: • Name: L 1 0000216 -bo2ov�3 Aunt's Initials1 Y"— • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 6 y 2. I reside at ' i UJ 3. I was born on 19 in [4Q a js j E -t (, , 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a M G--rAc —6-U y'eq— 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since /97F ; 8. . I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 972 ; 000027 i Affidavit of Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have; included: i US: �r�� LO b ^y l-.;�J�i V, (> /`1. i rel L rJ C. �Z (► I iP M .s�n►T c�.4 n L�v 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions i i with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9,. Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit 000028 Affiant's Initials �I• • Affidavit of�� .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and ;(h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained hereinjt::is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: Si , -r cA�r Se Ltn �� �h��'-�-t-z, ry�n; Tom!? �c tn� t,y ► i! �� �.�{-71 �v --rt) �uZT- b- 01, 48 M c d E W J 51-M L4— ) J Zj 1-7P.(&61 .(6 • I pr ZW r 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date: /— -L 13 &AA1-1 Witnessed By: MJ7 Name: 000029 Afflant's Initials Affidavit of C-tzm — L, -j Page 4 of 4 4• Date: �1 U OQQQ5Q giant's Initial UV 7 00003 R• \ CHICO SCRAP METAL George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CA 95938 (530) 345-6241 FAX (530) 345-6025 Resalet SRKH828750345 George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St, Chico, CA 95928 (530) 343-7166 FAX(530)343-9524 CHICO SCRAP METAL, INC. Demolition Contractor CA LIC. No. 812871 000032 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full -name is �%1'- C to J j•{ f" . i 2. I reside at v�(U�i% l {� ��' 60 C/A ; 3. I was born on 31 193)- in i. h Cc; ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; n 6. I am employed as a 6 f nZK 61-F V 1. ! 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �C� �q , 8. I have engaged in business trpmactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000033 1'! I Affidavit of arcie, b)• 3Glok Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: SSG ►U cs- 8 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by •j l (a) removing overburden and miningdirectly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit 000034 dlffta»t'c Tnitiolc Affidavit of .Page 3 of 4 El mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g)' the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business .transactions with Ronald R Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities; which °demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: �� • 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that isnot typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. L -On Name: Date: Witnessed By: 000035 Name l Affiant's Initials W • is Affidavit of ul "e. Page 4 of 4 Date: 1�3 il �oy 000036 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ; 2. I reside at //Ao i �) . ' —5il- me A (Zf j� 3. I was born on 19� in I-t)Arp,� 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his II '* agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; ''�116. I am employed as a Gvf�l_- WAR?' 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /9�9 000037 • Affidavit of Zn Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to :lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R..Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • m.ining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the au ger method; (d) dredging and • quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: �i�;,-�Q e C�J,�; 000038 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of MAPIZ M, / I/ Page 3 of 3 ii s 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is -not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. Irl 1I 0 "15111 '"ifl5wilit,1111 Dat Q Witnessed By: Nami Date: (�) � 2�9 2000 000039 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being' duly sworn, deposes and says: a 1. My full name is 2. I reside at ��� C �'� � �(J��ij4VP1, 3. I was born on 19—a� in blJla.Iorn�: , 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a --" i~#,A 1/UO—, rT 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since oti ��Ik'5 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since s ; • Affidavit of y Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, j have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to °lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit amining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: .Z 1j ; and 000041 100 Affiant's Initials !li Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date:__�� /r'/ U Witnessed By: Li.5#. r Name: Date: 000042 Af lant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) V COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Seo -r\ Lt o y r-ya(J,-m-+'irve; 2. I reside at 760 CLLJ -ing Ayenk4—, , 00a►,J Cft °IS44,3 ; 3. I was born on Dec ei�b er- a-5 , 195.2_ in G iw co . 0 -ft ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Mack, m; -�— 0 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 61 & q ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since -17 • 000043 i Affidavit of o ►t ipA 2 Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which.I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which 'I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production. and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstratecontinuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: -= Kaye- Work aveWork �- e- Kav�e Minn and s I u c,e o 000044 Aff ant's Initials and Affidavit of Seo r G a, ((ep i; q e— Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. i r1 • By: Name: o K d 60'. Date: Witnessed By: Nam( 1100045 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is (G��1 C�LcJ�hS �c21)IS 2. I reside at 3. I was bornon 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since S. 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ` 000046 i • w Affidavit of Page 2 of.3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10 At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: --�- -e- ; and �U 0- � Affiant s Initials Affidavit oflS Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that .is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. IIS By: LJ Name:IM \Ck � � D �$ 11 lS Date: I Z,5� Witnessed By: e6_4 s• OA " Date: O I Z S -> (510 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF SII' Beth Ann T. Revkers �I The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Beth Ann T. Revkers; f j 2. 1 reside at 2320 Woodcrest Lane, Carson City, Nevada 89701; 3. 1 was born on April 15, 1958 iri Patchogue, New York; 4. lam preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents,as operators in the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road; Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 000060 Affiant's Inititals 0 r: 6. I'am self:employed; 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since 1985; 8. I have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and my husbarrd discuss the New Era Mine in ville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions during the 1990's; 9. . My Husband has spoken many times tome about his visits to the Mine and his experiences there. He specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. Itwas my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: fi Name: Date: t Witnessed By: Name: Date: 000061 Affiant's Inititals �• STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn; deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at .r-3 41 Z- 3. 3. I was bom on e, % 2 1 , 19 S-7 in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and i located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Z- H 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1" �71 ; - 8. f have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since it • 000062 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 ' 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to. lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and. (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: Go Irl i2��J , ✓� c� rP, c° and 000063 Affiant's Initials i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF ca., 4-1 P"t Coe, - A The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. 2. 3. 4. My full name is a a�7 �' 1 0/ (`` �f) e t 1� Q �� ( C.A I reside at Z6 a 6 / I J I was born on ' 19—;a!5 � 77-4 only 1J 1 J � I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald --R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since Z61, g 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since' 11m Affidavit of � �e. a) Page 2 of 3 I. 9. At all times in which I Have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and i quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: fla, © 'k (/�,0 0 0 5 0 Aunt's Initials Affidavit of d f Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. i i LO -A N Date: / ";k ^ 6 E i Witnessed By: r Date: Q (-;-) 6 2. Q 0 0 0000 Er 1 Affiant's Initials (�' P- 0 i • i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes/ and says: 1. My full name is 9010ert ) 10110 2. I reside at 27j Z ►�t/o©d �i'c� t' L./t , cl,Y . /t/v' 3. I was born on (90-1- 3 , 1-95'6 in tq, rtrf h cocm'N Cq� 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a pu jIt te-1` G 7" i% f tl., t ` (f A,0 /�✓, 7.- I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents. regularly since 000052 Affidavit of Page 2of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I • have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: z-Ae_l�t rol, 5 ©r 6 5 inee I X61 7'1 ry 2eO ,(Zj: Ohth CF%Yl 1 l a ; and 000053 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of��ryry Page 3 of 3 n 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is :not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the . best of my knowledge. • By; �� C Name: ;Gbc/-r Date: Witnessed By: Name: Date: 000054 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF i The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is A,-? � d 2. I reside at 304 D1, e 2AYrn.-v 3. I was born on 19 46 in � 4 /lo 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald. R. Logan or his agents to any or each of tl.e Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 6U514-00410/111/ 1'1:9�11 e/rA Svc/ Ltry Sri/ o� Vc-sr 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since f 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000055 o: ii l Affidavit oC�// L44 ✓ 1141elp),C4 Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, j have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to :lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: i�✓1 �/O f�f'��,2' jr /3K :71; NL � ,J �1.✓ ��. I Allo/%£ 0056 T,I/ e_ /> �,r2,/��r Affiant's Initials I� Pi Affidavit •f ZL/� j,� Page 3 of 3� 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is. not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. Namf Date: / - Z V "&'2 r Witnessed By: Name: McC�' EL ,� U L 0GA t Date: 000057 AfFant's Initials �f U. /• STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) N AFFIDAVIT OF - M4��W� The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is / LS' 2. 1 reside at 7.,4;� L^� 3. 1 was born on — in , 4. 1 am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators in the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each --of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by r Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; r..,,... 0 0 0 0 5 8 Affiant's Ini As 0, 7. 8. I am employ I have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since I have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and various friends discuss the. New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions; 9. Michael and our friends have spoken many times to me about the Mine and his. experiences there. They specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. 'It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to Date: Witnessed By: . Name: 1 / \�C �� L S LC> CAN Date: Loos, [Type text] [Type text] 000059 Affiant's Ini tal Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 0. By: / -o S Name:�� a . Date: Witnessed By: —6pa)Q�4_ kk&lp Name: Ze e 6� u h,c t e'r Date: Ila 4V d j O O O O 6 4 Affiant's Initials '• STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: L My full name is ��5612 c—Q ; 2. I reside at Z( S 1 C h t c n 3. I was born on 19B q, in 6�i- 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known tome as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since l L4 !�_ ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since (0� 2 :z > 000065 • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents,, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2; Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit i, mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and • quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 1 1C 1/1J 9 000066 Affiant's Initials ; and Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. ILI • ' Z f4c-7o3,s(3,&.) �. - • r s Witnessed By: .4 Name: P -P k t i (7,lo Date: lad% 000067 Affiant, s Initials u� I� STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) 0 AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is M I C. --4 � L PAS) Z- 2. 2. I reside at 112-'0 w L{-�k• �;¢: GM/Ca C4 9 s 9 8 3. 1 was born on ©GTO KA L 198 in <z, d (CO 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Un� �-12G (Louy().N) ►X,)C-P, y 7: I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 131 Q' T i+ ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of IC Iq 14 C—L R ��V Page 2of3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit r mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods? 4 V�,- L / ✓Q IT: T44 MVC--_ n FF�OtV aVf,R T7 Y,v, S &5o 1!oR ! �_ 6 � gja -t& ��� 5&'4�6 �( (GHIA Int O-Atto' WA (L"WO I PFLAC DI"WED 6j , 6ymq,D 0 ���DI�, ; and '�l�.����� 9� �V��`i �Ci�1D or P�`t-� � ��c�J�y y'�JSr'�lrl �G'►�Y � v5�� �t'NE��t M�i�� RDVL l rj�pw ioP.L ��S g��� No rIM�'���'�°M� �owv► OFININlN� HAVE P 9APF"fMAl6�.,.. t=t� ASW 59-�'V-S-PO f 1RsiC6S R�ov Y of �ox�s 000069 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Ndlcl�/✓�, t kq Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. o'-940 now --11MLOVOYA122 ll rt, Date: 6 t 3 [ 2COO Witnessed By: /C't Name: �(' 1 Nd Date: l 73 i D D 000070 Affiant's Initials Lo STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) • AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: L. - My full nai 2. I reside at 8 9 3. I was born on OS - 0,2 , 19--zin S& I:f W -L ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as ae I, ✓ Q 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ii<2 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 19 ') 2 ; 000071 is Affidavit of2'J Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party;. 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975.as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:L _ 2 i r, r . _ , - 1 .• , / - MO'N. MI - WO M.k---m - 000072 Affiant's Initia�-8. �• STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) fl ill COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposers and says: 1. My full name is HO ` " 0- ( Lp ' a. V 2. I reside at `'l �- I�'`O y C -s 3. I was born on Z�0— C.. 9 , 19 3 in r, -co 1 C A ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a a 6&1e 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since b ('41--\ ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with 1 Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000073 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at. California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: � r�Qot W)VJ,S" KV' `!v1 app--P!'a�i�✓l v4 Y'-AvA OA4tA h a \ (,' A Ol G-\ ; \1 t ti, Gs . h c 1- cG ✓1 W4 10 eS- �� aLo e4R ✓1 " A S l2C C.'l ; and. Aj a,.,,1 ( �a 1 r 1fe.. Mt,( CAV, T��c` '� IS � ✓il ZGC� U Aant's Initials' ffi 000074 Affidavit of 1 v4 U 0 a !l Page 3of3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated;. and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. C LO Name Date: I -- r6 0 ` C)Y-= o Witnessed By: CUL 01. Name: AAe)�JA, Date: Affiant's Initials .4L 000075 to lu ,* STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF A�� A . Lcrac�n � I encl-ex'�or1 The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is G Au 2. I reside at Mo o f ; 3. I was born on 19� in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a �ApvIZ-P— 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since Ma I k 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000076 11 Affidavit of Belo ��•e.ho�-2r Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the'operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; mining by the auger method ( dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and.M� prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the .period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 2:- n"e V%AJp-o t j -e- ✓I i cl V \o `, and C� rrAnd po, , � UV -a (\g �-�`/� vim'-�c�`�-` ��cc�, y C�`I�-C fib➢ ry\Oak W0. •. � C CJ U U �&A 1 tt s Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13.. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. ILI LOR Name: Date: / • so • 16a v Witnessed By: Name Date: 000078 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is i 2. I reside at �;11 j���rC1 'k,)e �S'c I 3. I was born on , 19_1�fin a\ C ri C -L, 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 1111 ; 000079 i Affidavit of V� Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based -upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period. in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: _l�' -- 0 0 0 0 0 Affiant's Initi • 0 j. Affidavit of L Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. LO Name Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: 000081 giant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full nar 2. I reside at I 3. I was born on `'C� r) 2 , 19_-7a in S;j J!e Wl - ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as ae }� 2 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 . <7 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since )9 D 2-- ; Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining' and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit s� mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in, the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: '44 ::�R L=,4-, ON n 112 0 e— r C3 T r l 'P Lt) A. 000083 Affiant's Initia : at_ : and Affidavit of L6 C4 Page 3 of 3 a� 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 11 * s .. Witnessed By: `���- RCG 5 NaMAI� Z;z Date: / , 3a —08 000084 Affiant's Initials .—�-r? Fig �1 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF ;xd , /I/ The undersigned, being duly and says: 2. 1 reside at AWWWWWWWWWW'Mir 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this. Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the. California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each. in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 6e t© 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with + Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since HE= • Affidavit of I Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; W L, 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; W �- 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities;/^ - 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 000086 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have .fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of.;my knowledge. Nam( Date:._',�Q�`(�`� I i - Witnessed By: Name: Date: • O O O 8 7 Affiant's Initials �IL' STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 3\0' , ,?�Jneor Ove t,)� W t A 3. I was bornon 19_12_ in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents .to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the .Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a so 0,�r- 0 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since tt11Si UA Affidavit of (Z,irrnh���� Mit�P,il Page.2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; q�� 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third parry; �N- 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the processinvolved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities;k- 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which.I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been. engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: _1. e 6,ee, (Zohu.\rt and I IR A1116% _eyos viii. ; and Affiant's Initials 1� 000089 Affidavit of R��v\ A A)M\) M 6-6l Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. / By. %d j %V Name: RZgnn I4r►lj"\,% Date: \ 30-v*" • Witnessed By: aL,,,,,<.- n, -.'.-..A A Name: ffnia L ±P 2fl-e L-, Date: ) 12)oll ce 000090 want's Initials Ar STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE AFFIDAVIT C� 1 The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is . I 2. I reside at 3. I was born on j c2 q , 19,�/ in 0; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a C-"*' 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since f j� 000091 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit ng of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: , f4Z6Le p 000092 Affiant's Initials ; and fly Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date: Witnessed By: &eek /AU O t"y Name: Q 't, F) Date: d 000093 Affiant's Initials 0 II! v STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF ��kuty Lyh L�ya��, The undersigned, 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3. I was born on'l-Me 2 ( , 19 0 F (in o(t\)*��k ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, �?teach in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a -OA �-��MQ Q C.e<� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since oas `)C y-) ; ILI Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third parry; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the. production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: J vice Can `i'e ryV M\(Ne ' -� Al o7 \.o ©n 1 V pt) a I t I v u aA) Ct 1 ze !(Y12n!S. ; and 000095 Affiant's Initials WL Affidavit of Wcjc Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; .each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. Wc,"Ile ., ti Witnessed By: Name Date: 000096 Affiants Initials 114 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT LIM I j . C' 02Q n 7 The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3. I was bornon 19 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a q i f ci ('•ems e r ( n1 /eal 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000097 is • Affidavit of P4 Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 7 L - 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third parry; -rL. 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R: Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine, during all such periods: :L h o Q "O 5"-O e) 0 0 0 0 9 8 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my . handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • By: Name: LWAII) Date: Witnessed By: Name I. ,l�lISI�� .9. 000099 Affiant's Initials[, . STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: My full na 2. I reside at 3. I was born on 19� in Ch 1, (' 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County (Planning Commission, the Butte County. Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6.' I am employed as a 'I .i� MO rna y 4 X2 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly sincebock) MJ7 • '000100 Affidavit ofNn a Lff-1pe _ct?A,) ffla 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being. operated pursuant to lawful authorization; K1. 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third parry; RL 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article .2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method,(d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory. activities; L 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: I M = Cmc fl poke Affiants Initials onn1 ni • Affidavit of o (is Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be trice to the best of my knowledge. A L By: _ . A resin% Name:1 , f/ / i A i>. D. _ os Witnessed By: Name: Date: 1-- (O --O% 000102 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Kevin P. McDonnell The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Ke -y i lm {� (A c D ON lV E -t- 2. I reside at `i$'4 4 (.6 m uJ oo t7 LJV ; 3. I was born on 01 24 , 19 SS in ')P'n/ cro vpeW- 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a -:) EI -F 1= uA t21 o y eb E 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 0'*,N '1`3l5 8.- I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Zku Iq $5 ; 000103 Affidavit of iieVrN 11� OOl ue—t— Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: = .H Avc-: 6c -cm M±+ CDtISTP�sc�1opt AND bDc�z +j OK or- 4 Ge.,Kp1e+s 12 AIv4'5 AND 1+T -Pep BotL2 EQ U1 12f019--"fi 'Fo2 1-1+E FI0:1-q. T KAUE 5et'7U "QeN L. Oo N 2=nco T-jzA_t w -n+c w» N %.tv G Rlt-o «5� oto vAA tti� ; and . 0p trt-a L.oc.A l a et &1- a oms A N V Tt+ut rz . F`44,kt Ly g S F+11vF P a r1 N en ANt, -5t-U tCWV 114 eV_ 0 MANY -nv-AE'6 -A 4t6A-2 SINe_6 19 ab s, Affiant's Initials . 000104 Affidavitof1tty M��ON►U�'L�. Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as .otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • Witnesse Date: 6/ — 2 y — 01% Date: k --2 { C.� o O O 1 O 5 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is �A4' 1&ktm 51T yu ! a 2. I reside at S73 3 r S D J t k L k o b -�) K ; 3. I was born on TA,yua►4� 1 Z , 193 in (`�,l'_4 ✓1116:_ 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville; California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other, governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6.. I am employed as a 6-�f VA i A -t' A %— C A ) c 0 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since S� 000106 :J • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents,'I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and -without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:. yot I's 0 0 0 1 0 7 Affiant's Initials ; and Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 11 s By: �— Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name: M p Lf � D Date: it (C 0 0 0 1 0 0 Aunt's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is `.v�/��. -2. I reside at i 3. I was born on 1�, 19,in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his 0 agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 0.00109 • • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New. Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of' inerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit ng of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface .work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ./�r r 000110 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not . typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge • • By. Name: �r_� G� c2k— Date: Witnessed By: Name: R Z� f:k Ie4h Date: 01-C)C) 00011, Affant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT "flu The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Re-) F 2e JD� .1,e 04:} -eki _. ; 2. I reside at.3 9 � � n2 l� C.,k,�6k 3. I was born onS•!=& - , 1 9AIL in Nw o2 r At 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and: located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine. Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since LL&'� a 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly sincegc,(/� �d0 000112 u�• Affidavit of Page 2 of 3. 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R.. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining. directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it' is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: e"'YU el., 0 0 0 1 1 3 Aff ant's Initials ; and Affidavit of _ Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • • By: 24. Name: 04+ Qa Date:Q Witnessed By: e -=-- Name: Date: 000114 Affant's h)ltials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF �A16UL-VR- The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is \0)61e -W mav' �t 2. I reside at WLCA 3. I was bornon aAV 190� I in Pao& F -x C � 4. I atn preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. ' I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development. Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their.sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a �NU66- Gk� ��-10 �n l & 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since' n 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since YyY1) 000115 I4* !I• 0 Affidavit of Tkv( Wor Page 2of3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: �A.\)1 000116 Affiant's Initials l-` 1- I Affidavit of 1 Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 0, 61 Witnessed By: 000117 AffiantIs Initials 1v • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT Me Low GrUu6prger The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is L 6 w\ Pow t G ro v6 e rq e rr- ; 2. I reside at 110 mrn to 3. I was born on ck Z. Z , 19 in Pa rad 1 S e C G 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a a,M fA 5 JVJ eni' mf G\i cd 52n16r H1wr-koof 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000118 Affidavitof L09mn Grmvber9er Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified. at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit �\ mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and 0\ quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine, during all such periods: M y G roe n P o.. R p n Logan SOBS Atwags been mining soMenin9 w{, .flier it wo.s S l u is ing of fanning tie woks minin,q and 000119 Affiant's Initials Ls P. G Affidavitof Logan Gr&yurgyr Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in ' my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 9 By: Logon G ra v 6 e rg e.r° Name: Low, orow6ereer Date: 1/30/08 Witnessed By: 4, Date: l—.fD—' 000720 Affiant's Initials L 1 P• STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ✓.� N 1 ; 2. I reside at ) `c��_ ('`Q1(n U1U�21__�1�C('�� ; h ' 3. I was born on s o,T��, 19 in 501 C- ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services; the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a J 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since k !A.�5 b 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000121 • Affidavit ofe, V'1 \ f iG_P Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to .an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: r-ALMAt Wt� 404VI nAAA �n 11\1 `U +C) i°� w illi ("(2 f I� G-001 2 2 Affiant's Initials ; and Affidavit of C� Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 0' D. • Witnessed ..ate Date: /,:!, 10 - Of 000123 Affiants Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. 2. 3. 4. c My full name is ; I reside at l a (S1(5 f,CS A V x j /'.Kl (7-C I was born on I am preparir o is agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Log r his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 000124 Affidavit of �� 1:� vo� Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, T have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by' Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly .from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: � ! ��- 000125 Aff ant's Initials' ; and Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. IC By: L Name: Date: U Witnessed By: s-� _1 +v Date: `-., .�V— 06P -" 000126 giant's Initi AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Betty J. Logan, reside at 2156 Dennis Ray Ave. N.E., Keizer, OR, 97303. ' 2. Ronald R. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A.P.# 41-08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California. 3. I, Ronald R. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from lh-e:Roy's on July 5th, 1977. 4. - During all times relevant to the mining operation on the Property we were granted permits and inspections which were in cooperation with Gayland Taylor, Fish and Game Warden, California Fish and Game Department. �I 5. On June12, 1982 1 accompanied my husband to the office of Bettye Kircher, Director of Planning, Butte County Planning Commission, 7 County Center Drive in Oroville, California. 6. 1 agreed, along with my husband; to have a lien placed on our Property to satisfy the Reclamation Bond requirements stated in the Mandatory Conditions # 1-5 set by the Butte County Planning Commission for. the permit to be valid. MW.' , C- •O.•11 OFF:I0IAL:9:E'AL. KIMIEK17.....: . i NOTARY:PUBUG_... 'M : ... :. CO.M.W- SjON MY COA�II�II��.IOt;IEXP�R�S��1N��,1?��201;1_ _ . Subscribed and sworn to before me this 15.- day of 20 ri Notary Signa Notary public in and And the state of the County of M011 '\dr-) 000127 I, ��6-jLUl, (,i�1y , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit .# 81-135, from the date DIQ to the present. • • N - 7 -OT Date 000128 • 0 I, yzo attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operalion of the New Era located at 4095 -Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date A? to the present. 600 1, It I, attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date MrzC, ((1-91 to the present. • • l- 07- a7 Date 000170 • • I; Lo g o,ri 6 ra u b err e r , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date Mto the present. Logan Gravberger I j 07----� 07 Name Date 000131 I, Ronald R Logan, a resident of Butte County, California, lawfully and willingly permit North Continent Land & Timber, Inc., New Era Mining Corp., Floyd L. Ogle, James F. Noland and their agents or assigns to represent myself and interests regarding any actions or activities related in fact, fully and uncontested to the New Era Mine, 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, California, and/or Permit # 81-135 issued by Butte County Planning Commission dated June 12, 1982. Ronald R Logan IeFitness itness • 000132 • • • 000133 11 • I, Michael Logan, a resident of Butte County, California, attest to the fact that I have worked at various times .and witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, from the time that Permit # 81-135 was issued on June 12, 1982 to the present. 2,o UMiaogan 007.34 • I, Wade Logan, a resident of Butte County, California, attest to the fact that I have worked at various times and witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, from the time that Permit # 81-135 was issued on June 12, 1982 to the present. • F 000135 Operating Information for New Era Mine 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA 95965 Year: 2006 Activities: 1. Worked underground in old mine tunnel high grading ore from bedrock. 2. Maintained roads around site. 3. General maintenance on all equipment and grounds west of Dry Creek. 4. Worked concentrates on Gold Wheel. 5. Looked for investor to expand operations. 6. Filed mining claims on adjoining property. 7. Testing on West side of Dry Creek. �Q &Z; •L�Z� Ronald A Logan 0 000136 . STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) C] AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly swom, deposes and says: My full nar 2. I reside at 0 0 3: I was born on OS ---C) , 19 in S& l -P Wk- ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their. sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a qe p 0 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since i!iS2 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 19 7 2 ; 000137 AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Ronald R. Logan, reside at 4950 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville, CA 95965; 2. 1 am licensed to teach Gold Mining by California Community Colleges since 1975; 3. 1 purchased A.P. 41-08-27, an 18 acre parcel, located in Butte County, California, as a mining property; 4. 1 was mining in excess of 10 cubic yards of concentrates per day before I applied for the Mining Permit for parcel # 41-08-27; 5. 1 was told that if I planned on exceeding the current vested cubic yards of concentrates I must apply for a permit; 6. 1 was aware that I could continue to mine all eighteen acres that I owned if I did not exceed the 10 cubic yards of concentrated material under my vested right determination; 7. 1 decided to apply for a mining :permit to mine the property commercially for up to 80 cubic yards of concentrated material on the entire 18 acre property; 8. 1 was issued a validated Mining and Reclamation Permit on July 9, 1982 for a mining operation allowing 20 cubic yards of concentrated material for my 18 acre parcel; 9. 1 have experienced many instances where clarification was required regarding the terminology associated with a placer gold mining operation; 10. I, nor my agents have ever exceeded the 20 cubic yards of concentrated material per day limit set within my permit; 11. 1 am aware that if I wish to increase my operation to any amount above the 20 cubic yards of concentrated material that I would be required to go before the Butte County Planning Commission to amend my current permit; 12. lam a 4th generation miner. '• •R. Lo-bdn\-v-"/, If, LF F, I j r. z EAF 000138 AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Ronald R. Logan, reside at 4950 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville, CA 95965; 2. Betty J. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A.P.# 41- 08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California; 3. I, Betty J. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from the Roy's on July 5th, 1977; 4. During all times relevant to the mining operation on the Property we were granted permits and inspections which were in cooperation with Gayland Taylor, Fish and Game Warden, California Fish and Game Department; 5.. On June12, 1982 1 was accompanied by my wife to the office of. Bettye Kirchei, Director of Planning, Butte County Planning Commission, 7 County Center Drive in Oroville, California; 6. 1 agreed, along with my wife to have a lien placed on our Property to satisfy the Reclamation Bond requirements stated in the Mandatory • Conditions # 1-5 set by the Butte County Planning Commission for the permit to be valid. M Ronald ••. • 000139 • AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Ronald R. Logan, reside at 4950 Dry. Creek Rd.. Oroville, CA 95965; 2.. 1 am licensed to teach Gold Mining by California Community Colleges since 1975; 3. 1 purchased A.P. 41-08-27, an 18 acre parcel, located in Butte County, California, as a mining property; 4. 1 was mining in excess of 10 cubic yards of concentrates per.day before I applied for the Mining Permit for parcel # 41-08-27; 5. I was told that if I planned on exceeding the current vested cubic yards of concentrates I must apply.for a permit; 6. 1 was aware that I could continue to mine all eighteen acres that I owned if I did not exceed the 10 cubic yards of concentrated material under my vested right determination; 7. I decided to apply for a mining permit to mine the properly commercially for up to 80 cubic yards of concentrated material on the entire 18 acre property; 8. 1 was issued a validated Mining and Reclamation Permit on July 9, 1982 for a mining operation allowing 20 cubic yards of concentrated material for my 18 acre parcel; 9. 1 have experienced many instances where clarification was required regarding the terminology associated with a placer gold mining operation; 10. I, nor my agents have ever exceeded the 20 cubic yards of concentrated . material .per day limit set Within my permit; 11. I am aware that if I wish to increase my operation to any amount above the 20 cubic yards of concentrated material that I would be required to go before the Butte* County Planning Commissionto amend my current permit; 12. I am a 4 I generation miner. 4 Z10, MMEO I., , a mi. " F, ffm 000140 BUTTE COUNTY PLANNING' COMMISSION MINUTES - March 1, 1982 ; iners Ntr.' Logan commented that the iroad swas bupate�ntedhgoldncl aim, andtyouile'ndon't and maintained since, .and that get a patented gold. claim if you are 1tot. going to mine it.. In resyorep to a question from orie' of . ti►e Co.mmissiongrs rcgar.d�iii.g the hydrology report, rte'. l.o'gan' stated: "T think' it imevtoYdQn tal°would like .tor askf fordsome and if. you.are going to'regtlire ; timb. Louis Camenzind, Jr., 2194.QrorC}lico-Durham.Road, said that inntile* subject. pr.gt)crty was a mining clailil, all •mining cl.ai.ms had right to. ingress .and anattet d egress and that contltiues on forevera-reclamationf planor haA- 21zonkind �ngmdoes gnot al.l the applicant is asking for is require a permit, to. in.•Butteiaot�ili;not�corpcJt tupnot andhis lookfault the aprope people from::the State of �aliforn . 3. erty, besides uncicr-'the Rde-l:a tOknat it and g6tteheegooloty repoobliandions and - he., should be called in , to to asked what regitir.ements there were for an BIR for mining. omm: s� Toner lghccicr citec} County Code Scc'tiocv?cw4,6, Cha}itcr 74, ref.- for . an: environmental r . � ecing'',the ztecessitty, ; .. 4' th County get -in touch with San Bernardino r1r.'.0 `me`nzind'suggested t}iat e intcres'ts have bee n'workirig'��i.th the County officials County "where mining or.din 1 : to "go with their- Gencral Plan. oil 'some :sort' ;of a miming; }�ti t}1e request 'of ,Chairffan `Lambctt, 11s,' Hlair rcvie�ded the history of this '� w'ithout prcjcct emphasizirlgntlhe thestions thatdirected had •pre.viLots.'S?•lytarisen; that Mr.. Tees, and that.' he a q Logan had done -this and that the quer ionS�iC11✓}}aids that there isra provision material :gin front of the Comm project in SEQA Guidelines that -then tbutetosbringbthe recommendationafrn LIR-- that s taff has no alternative adding that it was staff's oofnthe ion tCodetshould abeeenfoo}rcedblic interest evidenced that that sect Staff suggested that Mr. Logan oake inspecththis.project--notingtthatthough staff's May t `•--to get State agencies t P with and re uests for such information have d not moreethanen omakeerequests--as hthey ldono q can o mechanism whereby the .County tg other agencies.and the final r� sther Fish Gamc did not have d 1 Commi.5sxonar)Schrader• inquired wh or the' ' n in t}i%s ma.t•ter. rather than the Plannie.griinin15Actnrequires]-t.h•at decis�,o of Supervisors. Counsel Teplthe.' Coun.tyhealthoug}i there i•s n,o raqui .rcment •:?i?l.n:.:,P;erm:^t..::b:e issued by stated: "In t:.:I?.ur.su.ant to the 'Z�li�a candy incanother sense,othene sCounty :... P.... _:.... .ter ��'hat Fish and Game does' have afro say permit it doesn't ma has a final say; because Ifithin a Mining he can't mine ur there. On Thr other hand, if you Fish and Game says ou feel will fit, he is still issue a mining permit for whatover•tha level y go in P. to be subject to whatever rast'rictibns Fish and Game puts qn� 000141 1 _J u i l•_ 3.1 i•C -L�isr 7 -7 .. ::. :.:e i+rY•-SSC=S O: :`2„�t.4z ': 7. C.`.t• :L: -w ��U�-- v0_t and :� a 3--tC.:.a.j RONALD R. LOGAN :c=2:=22ce aLti:tsticc :=:ed:�f7R/R� tc a__ot.,��,larr�r dnld mine on the west side of Dry Crccka tdad, approx. 1 miles' M.rtl3 of _uLIJ VA, t -CLI AlI1JC: O. 2;_r0v�-. CJ _rovide or Je C: :h_.; ti -=tee a. -_a _.. ac:ordz=cz wi:h the artroved _laa on ====• '. :s z coo:!:,; -_c= of approval for the ?emit Cr -he c:ecat?ca pias. or per.=c_c-=*S:ec=io=:, of :«: site ICY he pcZ-lic ao=is dtrzz--:=est Atha:: �!e aaCe :o tv2i3::te eo=:s=;:=jS tct:e_'-ance •_:h :be =e .i: a=d ::: �= JS: liz works d'rectox =27 SG:spetd the a =er_cC° JOS to t`nceed r :tes= '15) ez s .:ber: cJ=c:=urt.oc of a: = vn:zric'i sd:erseiry rf:±c: :'f:! y'r•���C. 7...`�C fVi:]: -: i . Or Si:v�-, � - Yt :i_C :r^rl•- C.'.-•. .a= r:ques= e. scspii=a-' :r„S». •thr;`.:xc:i cc=_ssl_n= sbai: i :=--'-i- SEt a Z.'lli*=C i.�.:r!OII triLa n---.ii53 t•JaY 0.1J! �zSS = =:t6 :J th0-��ezat;r. Me ^:sz=i=s to Ssio=. t:ter eG=ple=1On o: :he 'bear -:S. =27 SL•==t7d - - •7o1: the s. er =ed:fz -te t:r=i or =a.T place :y't :ie=2cor cr.--cSz=:o= S'GU:C Cie ❖iO�a:i:L' fount :J exist b: =r 2 jC:_OUS .IIr'`'2L:!YerSE17 21_=-.- i=3 =ha ::,:sl_b and welfz=t :... res::!e=zs :: _ _. 3. 0 -cm a fi ndi=s 5J the _=:z-�=� c -`i saix .hzz a =�p�::=e.ta'_ :=zcte: :a: c r =es2teacion Of :.e =:=t= _2=d is :e:sssarz., s r zso=az': =_r'ty :ocd, lies os :be 5a2=t7 c.-! _ cr=i:t :hrreo:, or other sectz:-s gjarszteee - di=' zatd rO= t�e fsi-hfu: :Er=e :-2=cs =f ;: r-:c:2=ac=an =1s=• sbai ;•e 'c' '= wi-thbe bl�c .crzt 'k3 de=z=_nt. - - -- S: --S... f.CV* 3%TCi`S: 1. Provide on-site fire protection measures. 2: Obtain a current streambed alteration -permit, for any work within or near Dry Creek, from the California Department of Fish and Game. Update Permit as required to ensure periodic review of the operation. 3. Submit a current• report of wAstewater discharge ..to -the California Regional Water Quality 'Control Board and comply with r:qu-.rements t-)ertaining to wastewater discharge:. 4. Settling ponds to be located above the 100 -year flood plain and have enough capacity to contain all process water with- out.discharbing to.surface .drainage. (Dept. of Fish 6 Game) S. Submit a reclamation performance bond in the amount.of $3,000 • and letter' allowing the County of Butte, or persons designated by.the County, access to the property to accomplish xeclanatio in the event of default. �:a 6. Preserve as much vegetation as possible to promote -ground stability and reduce erosion. 00 142 STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says., 1. My full name is f ; 2. I reside at q 3. I was born on/ —"1I—, 19 in , 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known :to me as the New Era Mine and r located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County. Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a ??-0 ':-f—k'' 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since % z(2 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since % 7� 000743 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I. understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. . Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: and 000144 Affiant's Initials • _ STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and. says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at H i (S zrw Creea 3. I was born on ���j , 2 , 19 67 in j 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 9 / 9 ; 8: I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /9 9 000745 Affidavit of Df41 7i.5 ttyo � 6 S Page 2, of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit li mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to ,an underground mine; (f) ' in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 12,a r) to &, L C ��g` j/ ;and 0 0 1 6 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 Is 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. is Date: /-Z Z_ — d Witnessed By: Name: Date: F 0 0 1 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) j •' COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT X9 The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is P ,� Q [► e liV (.� G t V 2. I reside at 3. I was born o LkE , 196-rf in (2 Baa zCAA- 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and, Ii.located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other. governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as aho 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1�9oos- U I 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 001 696 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden. and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ; and 001 657 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 0 By: Name: Date:. i A g lo Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Initials 0016.58