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Its td. { •, y)) ,!y,:j XLA -wa, ° -' t' N r s i u t o ,,,yp•R4plry X��71.,� �- ; , + ,s IA • ` m. gel 'u :i %F { ° ��e ptJ r� a< ,z .3• n '�Sx41ry�; ! nS LSI 'S� a na-� �y tP i y ��!+,.",- �:-,. •. i -' ° °. r�x���,'e i � Itq':k �R 'N ��e+�'`r1� ir ��751� tffieR e� .4��e�M(�, .r,�• �F c�*�. • ATTACHMENT HH 4 state of caufomm EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION i%7: MINING OPERATION. ANNUAL REPORT CA MINE ID # 91- RRC -2 Page 1 MINE NAME New Era Mine 1. Company Operating Site Contact Person Telephone Ronald R,Logan Ronald J. Logan ( 530) 533-4645 Street Address/P.O. Box No. City State2lP Code/County 4095 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville CA/95965/Butte 2. Designated Agent's Name (individual must reside in CA) Mailing Address N/A Country (If other than U.SA:) City . ZIP Code Telephone ITEMS BELOW WHICH ARE PRECEDED BY A BOX LABELED N.C. MAY BE CHECKED— IF THERE ARE NO CHANGES IN THE INFORMATION FROM THE LAST REPORTING YEAR. (NOTE: IF THIS IS THE FIRST TIME YOU HAVE FILED A REPORT, ALL 'SECTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED.). 3. Owner of Mining Operation Ronald .Logan Mailing Address (this address will be used to send next years report form) 4095 Dry Creek Rd. Telephone ( 530 ) 533-4645 City State/ZIP Code Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville CA/95965 - Was this operation purchased by you during reporting year? Was this operation sold by you during reporting year? ,Yes. If yes, date of purchase I PKNo. F Yes. If yes, date of sale IXX_ � No. 4. Landown r Assessors Parcel # Ronald .Logan.& Betty Logan 41-08-21 Mailing Address Telephone 4095 Dry Creek Rd.. ( 530 ) 533-4645 City/State2lP Code Country (If other than U.SA:) Oroville, CA 95965 a. status or Mining Aaivmes UuraNU i ht rttrUrt i INU YtAK [EfttF„C;NgT�T QNM r r7; Newly Permitted -Not yet in operation. Date Permitted V t1n1982 [R Active. r` Idle (as defined in Public Resources Code Section 2727.1). Complete the following: Date operation became idle j- Copy of Approved Interim Management Pian attached. F Interim Management Plan pending with Lead Agency. r Closed with no Intent to resume. Date mining ceased r Closed --reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. Date mining ceased 6. Status of Reclamation Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEARIE� Reclamation not started. r Redamation in progress (attach updated reclamation plan map indicating progress). r Reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. °' a Reclamation certified complete on (Date). Financial Assurances released on (Date). DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator Stas.ofC ROMIe EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION MIN�A ING OPERATIONNNUAL REPORT M98'7. CA MI�VEID# 91- : I�Rt;,-2 Page 2 7. r Yes No Inspection completed by Lead Agency during the reporting year. H yes, attach a copy of the Surface Mining Inspection Rel N.C. ;RC -1). If inspection report is not attached, please explain on Page 4. 8A. SMARA Lead Agency (city OR county ONLY) Butte County r 8B. Reclamation Plan Status N.C. No Plan r Approved on Z42 (date). Attach copy with amendments, conditions, and PROOF of approval. 18 Number of acnes subject to Reclamation Pian Pending. Submitted to Lead Agency on (date). ?, s On Appeal. Submitted to SMGB on (date). 9• 19. Yes: Financial Assurances approved by Lead Agency. Complete below for approved Financial Assurances: Oat. of Atwiel ReNew E*rMon pate or AffW d Type Date Poated by Lead Agency . Renewer Dela (W gVU-hl9) 3.000.00 Perf. Bond i— No: Financial Assurances NOT approved by Lead Agency. Financial Assurances pending with Lead Agency. Submitted on (date) 4 = W APPLICABLE, INFORMATION REQUIRED IN ITEMS 10 THROUGH 13 MUST BE PROVIDED FOR EACH SEPARATE PLOT N.C. 10. ATTACH NAMED U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY MAP —7.5' OR 15' QUAD—SHOWING BOUNDARIES OF MINING OPERATION Latitude Longitude Section—Township—Rang"ase Meridian Quad Name County 3Q°!/Z.Oj�$'SiV (ZI35'4172 W 1-21N-3E-M.D.M Oroville Butte F I 11. Type Code(s) of Mining Operation S. '. id N.C. 1. Approximate disturbed acreage at beginning of. (This figure should match the figure from Rem 12, line 5 on your 2005 annual report. If R does not match, please explain'on Page 4.) 2, Approximate acreage disturbed during. 3, (ADD LINE 1 TO LINE 2) 4, Approximate disturbed acreage reclaimed during: 5, 0 (SUBTRACT LINE 4 FROM LINE 3) Approximate disturbed acreage remaining at end of �..._ 13. I N.C. Acres Permitted: 18 & Permit # 81-135 r Acres Vested (Acres disturbed prior to January 1, 1976) Acres on Federal Lands: & Pennit/lD # 14. $ Current total assessed value of mining operation as established by County Assessor's Office. DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator Ste* ar Canromis -" 11EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION 11,AINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT MTtR02 Page 3 CA MINEIN 91- PRODUCTION INFORMATION IS PROPRIETARY AND WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCE CODE SECTION 2207(8) 16. FEES SCHEDULE USING BOTH YOUR CATEGORY NUMBER AND TOTAL PRODUCTION FROM 15(A) ABOVE, REFER TO EXHIBIT C TO FIND YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION RANGE. ENTER YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION CODE IN 16(A) AND FEE IN 16(B) BELOW. A -PRODUCTION CODE. ,ti . Imo. t . � ............................................. B. REPORTING FEE......::. $ GOLD AN sn yr:a FFr:. IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(B), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X (;0.10 per ounce) = $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0.00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17.BAAI4TED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald'R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number ( 530 ) 533-4645 1 Certify that the information submitted herein is complete and accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result In an administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code Section 2774.1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER DATE TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner 77 Please mail annual report.. reporting fee,.gold and silver The and ALL required attachments to: • DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy. to Operator y Check here if TOTAL PRODUCTION Category No Number Production List All Commodities (from Exhibit B) (from Exhibit B) for a Commodity( Amount of Troy Production Tons Ounces Pounds A. PRIMARY COMMODITY PRODUCED BY OPERATION: Gold'(Placer) 2 ? B. ALL OTHER COMMODITIES PRODUCED BY OPERATION pndude any pmdudlon of gold and silver); Platinum group metals 2 ? 16. FEES SCHEDULE USING BOTH YOUR CATEGORY NUMBER AND TOTAL PRODUCTION FROM 15(A) ABOVE, REFER TO EXHIBIT C TO FIND YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION RANGE. ENTER YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION CODE IN 16(A) AND FEE IN 16(B) BELOW. A -PRODUCTION CODE. ,ti . Imo. t . � ............................................. B. REPORTING FEE......::. $ GOLD AN sn yr:a FFr:. IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(B), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X (;0.10 per ounce) = $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0.00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17.BAAI4TED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald'R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number ( 530 ) 533-4645 1 Certify that the information submitted herein is complete and accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result In an administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code Section 2774.1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER DATE TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner 77 Please mail annual report.. reporting fee,.gold and silver The and ALL required attachments to: • DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy. to Operator y Smog of CaGfa ft EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- MRRG2 Page 4 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator • a Operating Information for New Era Mine . 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA 95965 Year: 1987 Activities: 1. Built suitable bridge across Dry Creek. 2. • Started work on settling ponds. 3. Maintained roads around site. 4. Worked underground in old mine tunnel high grading ore from bedrock. 5. General maintenance on all equipment and grounds west of Dry Creek. - . , PoP;4rcz,� Ronald Logan 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 # 81-13 5, from the date to the present. al 7.01T N e Date • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF i The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is J a X l LS 2. I reside at 304 OE e L'L7n4 t Alv 3. I was born on 7 / , 19 o16 in i t- /!'o 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 a 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; i 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 �� ; • • Affidavit of j X- / ✓ /'��/� /yl � 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. 1 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 i operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: �✓1/�l`I�✓� L` 14N Y MA " r— 6 /C i, -..J 7,0 4i✓ye4_ X14,✓11�_ o 11" 7,006, (%�, r Dtie OA �,�✓2 r Ttl�r&4 4 11-1-41at ; and X11196/fZ,), Affiant's Initials �7 ; Affidavit 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. n U I By: Name Date: I - Z c/ "e Witnessed By: Name: ()A<1 *C6- IRA Y Date: Affiant's Initials AFFIDAVIT OF IS' The' undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is LS- 2. 1 reside at l�� +� L^� �v klll')"W • 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 Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; Affiant's Initi • am em-plo 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since ; 8. 1 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 tc [Type text] Date: N. Witnessed By: (Name: �\C-ACL_ Date: Q 0® [Type text] Affiant's Ini tal r� �J • • AFFIDAVIT OF Beth Ann T. Reykers The uhclersigned,'being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Beth Ann T. Reykers; 2: 1 reside.at 2320 Woodcrest Lane, Carson City, Nevada 89701; 3. 1 was born on April 15, 1958 in Patchogue, New York, 4. I '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 Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; Affiant's Inititals 6. 1 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 husband 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 during the 1990's; s• 9. My husband has spoken many times to me about his visits to the Mine and his ` experiences there. He 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. 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. B� J . v: Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name: . Date: Affiant's Inititals STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 1z9k1'0- rt The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes/ and says: 1. My full name ise- (f ;�o�/a�cy�'f� 2. I reside at 3. I was born on 2 , 19 56 in ?Ptor 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 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 pct c`/l`�"�/` a f 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 Y 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: L Aavc- . boeA 7 -Ar -/'e 5 ©r 6 'Sl a o 00l ems` -(7`"uc4 ; and • Affiant's Initials Affidavit of�r�t�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 r indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • By - Name: J""'b'f✓°r Date: /'Z 1� —c�)� Witnessed By: 19 Name: 17 Date: % �. L Affiant's Initials i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is(G�A�P 2. I reside at 70 T 3. I was born on �a , 19 6bin C 4 v 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 _" '-Z'�OA la yll- 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since (an'r c�Sn`S ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 0 EROS V `e-zb' 15crW 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: �U) �iru-S - \ro cg -s; + e cpv-� k - TkR-f--e- > ; and 't 1 v>ti O 5 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of kk".e_� 3y lS 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:C,l` Date: Witnessed By: 'fc-c;! _0� Name: P�yC� A -CL. Date: D 12-S d D Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF � ��. h l_..1 o y d Gta.l (•ear.+'� n� The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Sear\ �-Jo ►ed Call •e k+ i rte 2. I reside at 740 Co -Li in /-�uer�►.e, > �rla►� l . L� F} °-Gg4,3 3. I wasbornon 9ec_e%..-i,er- -.Z-S , 195cl in CF,;C.0 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 mask, rte 5+ 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 q &q ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of Se ;4-, Lloyd Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Loan and/or his agents, I Logan g , 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: -T Kaye- Baa,+c.k1.__4Q� LZQa.rs K,6n,e_ ;�- arJ- mer— comKrtl.-s Wny`le— VIA k4 : I' -F ; and I Affiant's Initials t Affidavit of Sea v"' 1—t o u L G a I lent vt 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. By: Name: ' �p ,�io y d 6 adin. Date: Witnessed By: Nam( Date: 0� G Affiant's Initials r STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 00-1 ea- I (Q' ckt The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is a a i2 r-) -) us,; G RC1 �' — 2. T� reside at � 3. I was born on '19 U ! Q, � o 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 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 D ; Affidavit of �i,Q, f�" 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: u p g p 1.... 1 -6— b 11�L4 © -L 7/-/ I M 5 ICA. � �� '0 061 rid Affiant's Initials" Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not i. 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. • • Witnessed By: Name Date: d���.Q R td Affiant's Initials �' • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is E n. [4c— A) s C3 pu ; 2. I reside at 2, L q f 5 1 }-Y c: CA 3. I was born on , 19;3-qin 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 [ C. y S- 8. 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since [ q :I ; • 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 muting 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: — Affiant's Initials and Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 ° 13. I have full read this° Affidavit• each y 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. ti t By. G elm-" (& 9c—Aisa,&) Name: Date: //ZIZAaac n Witnessed By: Name: k C 4 Luo/ -0 Date: Affiant's Initials :s yyyag §-o g6MY . WELDING SUPPLY gpg gERGER 357 E. Park Ave. Vice President 2p13 Lin CA 95965 P.O. Box 2166 Gell (5 0) 570-8494 proville, Chico, GA 95928 rb.rgar®mjbwelding.com Ph. (530) 534-6556 Ph. (530) 342-3589 www.mjbwelding.com FAX (530) 342-1715 CDN ° Miller. �IngersollNanA. PROFE111O., as L7MPPfaaoai �(' nrom.desa . A yyyag §-o g6MY . WELDING SUPPLY gpg gERGER 357 E. Park Ave. Vice President 2p13 Lin CA 95965 P.O. Box 2166 Gell (5 0) 570-8494 proville, Chico, GA 95928 rb.rgar®mjbwelding.com Ph. (530) 534-6556 Ph. (530) 342-3589 www.mjbwelding.com FAX (530) 342-1715 CDN ° Miller. �IngersollNanA. PROFE111O., as L7MPPfaaoai �(' nrom.desa . • r ..: ' 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 35 7 t= . Par k Pw.p— <:Z c. o e- A 3. I was born on4�r 19 4O I 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 J Lk /tSv 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 �5 Affidavit of Z � Page 2 of 4 • 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: \ e_ t � to c\ e_cy o0bAaa_s+ -A I.4o s _ria \ G G SP_ < E c0 U 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such I 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 Affiant's Initials IFA IS , 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. By:i Name: Date: 45Witnessed By: ! Name: tO Affiant's Initials OW Affidavit of J a2,c e.r ' Page 4 of 4 i Date: (� �� 2, V n r • AffanYs Initials �J r� • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is I U/ 2. I reside at ��� Gf � RZ% C'6 . l 3. I was born on , 19—C2-& in b f t,[C�/►p%)'j(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 as a employed �� 6Ljzu---� M 1�-_ C�� t� j L �>f' CAVA CA. 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 ; U1 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 . r 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 with 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: G Affiant's Initials 6 ; 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 any knowledge. By: Name: Date: Witnessed B LI s By U / N ^J.. . Name: Date: Affiant's Initials. CHICO SCRAP METAL George Scott, Sr. • 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CA 95938 (530) 345-6241 FAX (530) 345-6025 Resale SRKHB28750345 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 • • t • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) ' AFFIDAVIT 4 OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: r, 1. My full name is 4 -ay—'(:, 2. I reside at 4Z -6D F, -,t' I/ CA ; 3. I was born on t(. ?J 193)_ in 6h 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 r 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 f nZK 1 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 11,1yq 8. I have engaged in vbusiness ft-pmactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since w • Affidavit of ecyci& Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: S61() D i" aS 5, Dr-jCG� 5Cr619 n -.k- PS jiY 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 Affiornt'c Tr;bolo • Affidavit of CIu OsuqtSw_, : + .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: Q, hu s 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: Date: Witnessed By: Name: • Affiant's Initials. • Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 Date: Affiant's Initials/ CHICO SCRflP fllETfll, Inc. George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. r' Durham, Cfl 95938 Phone: (530) 345-5241 f fax: (530)345-5025 ` { } George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, Cfl 95928 i! F Phone: (530] 343-7166 fax: (530) 343-9524 • CHICO SCRflP METK, Inc. F; Demolition Contractor s Cfl Uc. no. 812871 Resale 4 SRKHB2875345 r:S J. i • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is G Z-70 �A-6 u l"i &.-o -Z'--T J� ; 2. I reside at cz, , C ; 3. I was bom on _ , 19,!K�J in (4<1 i i 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 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 E 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 /97'2 ; • Affidavit of Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: -%/L ;i U 'A a(9—_ L �L- 7� &tw C- eN Q �'Tn/� Cl✓����i cs t' e`l I,Q t of C-, b FM ZV�i­r 0.4 0 (2-N C11q 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 -pith Affiant's Initials • 0 • Affidavit ofG� .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: 5 y r c 4y- 'WC� [— 011 lnJ drV (J Q F i�'1 t Ld G W 3 5 7L LL_ �J U, � l 1`r ZW f 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: 57 Date: 1, 7L — C� Witnessed By: ' Name: 'Q Affiant's Initials Affidavit of �ZYI.i,C.� t� Sc Uz T V Page 4 of 4 Date: Affiant's Initial U-4 FABRICATION CO. 2209 PARKAVENUE ��CHICO, CA. 95928 • • 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'► 1 i �tC.�: I 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 0�` CE- 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since C"qu ; 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since (� L� Affidavit of��'�1 -� 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 Affiant's Initialsmi �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 (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: -go • ; 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: Date: .2O f O Witnessed By: kc • Name: OAVI7AjJ Affiant's Initials ��� • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: C 1. My full name is - 2. I reside at lan I`I [,�3 A 6A (7_a 3. I was born on 4. I am preparing this 8 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. Logaq Logr his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since -Xe7L, 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since / WU 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 anunderground 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 • Affiant's Iuitialso�w I is • 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. L -an Name Date: Witnessed By: 4'�4e +� R _1 Date: `-:.' — Affiant's Irfiti'16" • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is M1 C/f i��� L- / y✓ L © 6/41- 2. I reside at 2,'0 W t {'/- %'1 • ¢- Qq/C0 Cq, f S q 2 S 3. I was born on QGTO KA 7. 19-5B in c, H ( CO) CAL( F, ; 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 asa ft f t2(S&0u&/l)AI i.l CPy 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 y, • d Y Affidavit of C 1� E -L I�A LC�&qiV 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! M¢ ✓Q Fp*? f 046 77K Ys�W k5o i' off]`, flq� -tk�(�� 5 &e -NG H (G 6 l/VST�aGLL�, fZcP%�(Pfb, (lPWO ORK£D ojtt"fiCD dpi, OfAyo4, ; and or P `�-� �J 5y5frm tAl 4 or -O 4-rlvEt. em M1iv_ 4LL Dl= /''iS% R DVL�Ir a. l pj.mw T49L Aft5 g`E,4J FORM 6F - M )Nl NG� HAVE WPJ 14R PP&JIMC, •,•• rDM AOA ? 5+*V--SlaO F1051 C 1 R�ov�Y of<*AVONS Affiant's Initials i Affidavit of o 6/'0 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. t By: 44rt4n Name: I/ PAY -L-OG/4 Date: b (3 [ ?,COO Witnessed By: Name: F/-OU/1 ND /Q 11141 Date: giant's Initials 4 0 U 0 AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: L. My full name is 2. I reside at 3 , I 3. I was born on _ � ' - C� , 19_-_�q in '•P W1_ ; 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. 1 am employed as a 7. 1 have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ri!92 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ) 9 7 7 Affidavit ofe',� 04� ►� 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 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: � ' 14 4�RI Ah 2 4 r- r' S �ld9s�r�/C'r� P '�;?Yn v"�� ; and Affiant's Initial Affidavit of — dLn <4'T 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 Witnessed By: Nar� • Date: 3a Affiant's Initials 5;?:.5R 1 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 131—ort CA The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposers and says: 1. My full name is a 8 l''1;C- 2. I reside at 3. I was born on ,�� C;. 9 , 19 3 i in (x-00 114 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 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 as P� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with �� 0/ G 1 511. Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since � 1 � g i 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: 4�,2 a �� inn �p-er��t��13 AIVVQs Vxx . ter W.,t -I— vA b-GetA a XA_� Q_r- �i,e� �l �- vw A.L aV,.Q\ 4-%l int d �e�w� a l i v e, . K q 01 &I, -- `'6o c� we c -k o VNp` 'T c�,je r r � Vv� o c�J t s o -q ✓'" ''� Niti- • Affiant's Initials 4L' t; Affidavit of 1 i L o 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 any knowledge. By: Name Date: — 6 0 - QV-Zk Witnessed By: Name: V Date: Q - �7 0 Affiant's Initials, • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF I IaL -/,,/ J" %� The undersigned, being duly My full name is 2. I reside at ki I was born I e 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 SGf 1 [Q K 8 7. 1 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 ULhba 7kt-ir--/ 1/ V 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; 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; 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: L 1e, ca- C�- Aff ant's Initials Affidavit of cvv ' 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. r--] By: Name: �.... Q %\ Date: Z -36'U—/j b Witnessed By: Name: &L -4 -54'9 - Date: 'r 3o `-o< 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 3. I was born on ; i l ` , 19_1 in �\ ) C _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, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a -7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 3 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine . with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of ex�A l 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; H. 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: -- m Affiant's Inti • • Affidavit ofKaxj�'ZZee: 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 B' la IC Aff ant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF A � em 6,Qrgo n The undersigned,. being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is i�A 2. I reside at D-A Ll .3. I was born on 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. iscretion;6. I am employed as a ttoyse- 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 Loy\& +c> Affidavit of Act 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; 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 prospecting and exploratory activities; 1 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: re �Ltj� h W C . o 1�\moi _ J- i d v \o cr4 e cpk A yx andrc��d . piT�Vv\ C ) ck ra F V iGl�` � lei Mffi,.T � � ffian�t s Initials vW � \ Z410, RV'-rA c�0VWOA . (0 OJ oa Cc � � 3F (� ,r,.� ... J� - � n Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not t • 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: Name Date: t Affiant's Initials ��'i' E� r I, C"'J, 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 /Y/Ur, r to the present. 11-07-07 Date r f I, L o w (; m v b e rq P_ r , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Kline located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # i 81-135, from the date M7 to the present. ' r Logan Grc,vber9Qr - 07-' 07 r Name Date r ; z r• t P M � 1 c F �• 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. Mi a 1 Logan i 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 #8.1-135 was issued on June 12, 1982 to the present. • 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 Kircher, 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. Ronald R. .._. 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 the Roy's on July 51h, 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 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. S- •�.�FIR 0 ICIALB L � MaRLY "M NOTARY PL= - OREGON COMM SIONNO.41M MY COM4ASSION EXPIRES JUNE 19, 2011 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 10 day of JMUDAA 2009 Notary Signa 14 Notary public in and for the County of m0L/1 \C7r--) And the state of n "-r ?-SYS I, re C 40 , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the ew Era Mine located at 4095 Dry. Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit 81-135, from the date to the-present. Name Date attest to the fact that I have witnessed the coritin ual ' operation of the New Era Mine 1 Gated at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date to theP resent. e Date STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Kevin P. McDonnell The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1, My full name is KEv i lm NIGDo l`i lzL-L- ; 2. I reside at 4%46 66M wooy QV ; 3. I was born on 01'-24 , 19 SS in i)Wc1oupM LliAStl_; 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 asa !�) P -F S wA t2l o t,► Mb 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since U*,N t R 1b,5 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since -Xvr ► 14 65 ; Affidavit of Koiliq E\ Onlylkle- .- 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: T—.KA%j't= Sc--oy M±e l' ELFeD 'Sytt.-P EQukp f 014-s" -' F02 #t+C FI FTt-!r. Z f+AUE 5M -N T-oN L.oGAN -n+c- IMt m%w g, and • 0p trta toot-( 11tcq&WBo¢s AwP T1+ImrZ. T Hgvt< pagoe Awt, SI.Utcev T%4ex-w rA*Ny-mv-mrs -A 4G -A-2. SINc.e t9$$, Affiant's Initials Affidavitof 4 --vi M c -D Opori—, Page 3 of 3 13.. I have fully read this davit; 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: 01— 2y — oa Witnessey: 1 t Date: giant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) t COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF R. U es The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says,: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at r L ; 3. I was born on '— f I , 19_51 in &gad ao', 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, j 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 /?v� 2 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 76 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since e " Affidavit of �I) 4 qjjAe.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) musing 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: C� Affiant's Initials ; and • 11 Affidavit of C LleS Page 3 of 3 w 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: /--7- a D—` rs,-r Witnessed By: Name: a n o I and Date: Affiant's Initials