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(NOTE: IF THIS IS THE FIRST TIME YOU HAVE FILED A REPORT, SECTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED.) _j 3. Owner of Mining Operation Telephone Ronald .� Logan ( 530 ) 533-4645 Mailing Address (this address will be used to send next years report form) 4095 Dry Creek.Rd. City State/ZIP CodeCountry (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville CA/95965 Was this operation purchased by you during reporting year? Was this operation sold by you duringreporting P ortin 9 Year? F Yes. If yes, date of purchase Ig. No. r Yes. If yes, date of sale [ X: , No. 4. Landown Assessors Parcel # Ronald C Logan & Betty Logan 41-08-27 Mailing Address Telephone 4095 Dry Creek Rd. ( 530 ) 5334645 City/State/ZIP Code Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville, CA 95965 5. Status of Mining Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR r. Newly Permitted -Not yet in operation. Date Permitted foxe 17 - Active. r Idle (as defined in Public Resources Code Section 2727.1). Complete the following: Date operation became Idle r Copy of Approved Interim Management Plan attached. r Interim Management Plan pending with Lead Agency. f o i,, I . (— 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 YEAR 9 Reclamation not started. F7. Reclamation in progress (attach updated reclamation plan map indicating progress). [-; Reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. I N Reclamation certified complete on (Date). Financial Assurances released on (Date). DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator state orca9fotnla DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION *�?O,MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT 66C�2 Page 2 CA MINEW 91- 7. (- Yes (X NoInspection completed by Lead Agency during the reporting year. If yes, attach a copy of the Surface Mining Inspection Report (MRRC-1). If Inspection report is not attached, please explain on Page 4. N.C. F N.C. 8A. SMARA Lead Agency (city OR county ONLY) Butte Countv 8B. Reclamation Plan Status g r No Plan Approved on Tone (date). Attach copy with amendments, conditions, and PROOF of approval. 18 Number of acres subject to Reclamation Plan Pending. Submitted to Lead Agency on (date). W." r On Appeal. Submitted to SMGB on (date). , ' Flt3 .13F�c�3 9. j�: Yes: Financial Assurances approved by Lead Agency.IC-0-,P%?'At A A1Nt31300<a(O%1l?P Complete below for approved Financial Assurances: Date or ArmW Redew E)UaUon We or Amount Type Date Posted by LOW Agcy Rerewal WW (U W0imNe) 3.000.00 Pert. Bond r' No: Financial Assurances NOT approved by Lead Agency. r; Financial Assurances pending with Lead Agency. Submitted on (date) I' + . IF APPLICABLE, INFORMATION REQUIRED IN ITEMS 10 THROUGH 13 MUST BE PROVIDED FOR EACH SEPARATE PLOT N.C. ' I 10. ATTACH NAMED U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY MAP —7.5' OR 15' QUAD—SHOWING BOUNDARIES OF MINING OPERATION Latitude Longitude Section—Township—Range--Base Meridian Quad Name County 3Q°UZ o3,8Sit/ I2I3s417ZI W 1-21N-3E-M.D.M Oroville Butte 1 N.C. 11. Type Code(s) of Mining Operation 12. DISTURBED ACREAGE mm f ^ �, ' M � "' N.C. 1. Approximate disturbed acreage at beginning of (This figure should match the figure from item 12, line 5 on your 2005 annual report. If it does not match, please explain on Page 4.) 2, Approximate acreage disturbed during. 3, (ADD. LINE 1 TO UNE 2) 4, Approximate disturbed acreage reclaimed during: 5, ____.2_(SUBTRACT UNE 4 FROM UNE 3) Approximate disturbed acreage remaining at end of 13. gAcres Permitted: 18 & Permit # 81-135 j- Acres Vested (Ades disturbed prior to January 1, 1976) Ades on Federal lands: & Permit/ID # 14. $ Current total assessed value of mining operation as established by County Assessors Office. DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator Scam or canromle *EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION p.01NING.OPERATION ANNUAL REPORTCA MINEID# 91- RCiG Page 3 15. COMMODITIES AND PRODUCTION PRODUCTION INFORMATION IS PROPRIETARY AND WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL PURSUANT TO . ti t"s `� N =.a'.. LTC�1►5.'.. PUBLIC RESOURCE CODE SECTION 2207(8) 16. FEES SCHEDULE s 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...Ipld.............................................. B. REPORTING FEE......... iFR `ltll 1 'C ....... ............................... $ GOLD AND SILVER FEE: 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) a $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED 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 I 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 d TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mail annual report, reporting fee, ,gold and silver fee 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 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 production of gold and sliver); PPlatinumgroup metals 2 16. FEES SCHEDULE s 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...Ipld.............................................. B. REPORTING FEE......... iFR `ltll 1 'C ....... ............................... $ GOLD AND SILVER FEE: 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) a $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED 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 I 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 d TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mail annual report, reporting fee, ,gold and silver fee 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 State of Cardomia 4PARTMENT OF CONSERVATION p,*INING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- RRC -2 Page 4 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator • Operating Information for New Era Mine 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA 95965 .Year: 199.0 Activities: 1. Partners pulled out of mining operation agreement. 2. Started reusing smaller mill to run high grade ore. 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. I,v in ki e ZOAarl , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual opera ion of the New ErAine located at 4095 Dry Creek. Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date % to the present. Me Dat . • 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. II o3 Zoa� 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 # 8.1435 was issued on .Tune 12, 1982 to the present. WAVLoi • • 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. Logan uLSEAL 110001IRLY MATHIS Betty o NOTARY RWC - OREGON COMINSSION 140.4im FitjCWAMON p(RIRES JUNE 19.2011 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 10 day of 2o0 Notary Signa Notary public in and for the County of VY\Q11 '\Gr---) And the state of AFFIDAVIT 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 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 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 lienp laced 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. uLSEAL 110001IRLY MATHIS Betty o NOTARY RWC - OREGON COMINSSION 140.4im FitjCWAMON p(RIRES JUNE 19.2011 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 10 day of 2o0 Notary Signa Notary public in and for the County of VY\Q11 '\Gr---) And the state of r is STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 0 The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is /t' / ; . 'M i 1. 2. I reside at 304 Oc E Li7ifw i�,i L %4 J'ir�� i " �✓ ;� I Yd 3 3. I was born on 7 / 19 v/6 in 154 /lU /(/U. ; 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; 6. I am employed as a S�Me-70(l V'sr. 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since % L/ f , -8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /G% 5 ; • • .7 Affidavit of'I//�L l✓ / V /OY 4;Oe- 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 O Arw�s�' /VIA e- H 4�4/ 14A Y Jf � yL � ,J H�✓ >�. ro Ott, 1_006, Tt�re4 4 `,I<.lw ; and�o��i� Affiant's Initials 1 �i ; -- Affidavit of , % 1, 1 /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. n U CJ 58-fi Name Date: / Z Y "6,2 Witnessed By: Name: ('A<IlkEL`? A u L- O CzA Li Date: Affiant's Initials —T/ STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF =The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is eYrl 41t 'AmA/40,190 2. I reside at 3. 1 was born on — in ✓'� 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 a'ny 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 In 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 tome 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. 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 knowle [Type text] Date: Witnessed By: Name: ��Cii �l, L L'o Date: Do [Type text] Affiant's Ini to • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Beth Ann T. Reykers The uhdersigrred, 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 .• ri U 6. 1 am self-employed; 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since 1985; 8. 1 have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and my husband discuss the New Era Mine,in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. [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 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. 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 the best of my knowledge. By:1- LJ Name: Date: a Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Inititals .7 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: .` 1. My full name is 9o1oe-(f11644y�rs -(1, , 2. I reside at Z 3 jy✓DOd �!'c� �' G-�r , La�`5�? Ctt.tY IVV, ; 3. I was bornon Oc- " '1956 in ?Pt0,-/0 (-a"41Y 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; 5.1- 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 i'lt c+ i- (%v� ! ¢/� big (f s46 / /V 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 /? d� • 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: - Aay�O-. beew 7-Ae-l't .5 ©r 6 770t&y 5<<,n6e rAry Z�� slo;o Irl @c�c� ; and Affiant's Initials s Affidavit of�ryr� 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: )Gb&7- (j Date:. /—'o f Witnessed By: `�� L L 6 Name: xA- ;4=t� Date: ' 57 Affiant's Initials !� • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF , The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: r 1. My full name is(GIAr��' ��/•} �.JcZI�1S n , 2. I reside at gg7a 3. I was born on21�1 , 19 min a�6�2L 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, r 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; r 6. I am employed as a �"� aS �ct 01 7. I have known.Ronald R. Logan personally since lcg)`S ; 8. I have personally -witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with II Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • 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: )OV % w Mt are- -y'o e - T61r-e- -1- 7t ; and �V.s Affiant's Initials ' A ' Affidavit of �ca2� 2y 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 any knowledge. By: Name: VA. ick Q�` ' �aLk Date: Witnessed By: ` Name: MX-C-146-CL— Date: LC--16-CL Date: Affant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Uoyd 6a.1 n,,e-- The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Seams x.10 yct Call,-rte- i i'te, 2. I reside at 74&5 GLJ ir\!j /�uer.�►.� , tJrl�►,r� . CR IG34,3 . 3. • I wag born on Dece-%wbei- -2� , 195a- in Cdvc.o . C 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 hAac k, m; 5+- 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since i cl& q ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since A'\,Q y yQ 14 ;4- ; Affidavit of. �� tv� Lloyd act I j 4 !AA t w+ 2 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 • 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: = Kay e- 9'V�,► v`� ►-,� I s. I -F ; and • Affiant's Initials &. t t Affidavit of 5(20. Y\ LJ o N GC G a Nfrd, 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. r1 By: Name: S'e �I1 ,(�io N c 6a ((etcf n. Date: ©!/ Zg( 0S Witnessed By: Nam( Date: Affiant's Initials i • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF l The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is CA 2. I reside at Qw- 4 3. I was born on 19�n �rOQ� jJ J 1 �� 9 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 pa 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since / C 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ; • Affidavit of.,Q, 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 L 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: 10a, Lj 14 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. A By: a, ('�:J�'o A Q a' Nam Date: 1 `� Witnessed By: Nam Date: CO 8 2, p C) 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 CSSE n. q 14c— A-, s C3 &j ; 2. I reside at 2, (o q /' S 1 }-Y C k C� r I . �Gtl 3. I was born on 19_aa 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• 0- 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. lam employed as a !R eT ; C� 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since [ C, y !�— ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since a -7 - ; 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: < Cl IL7 xI % ; and 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: G e g— ( f4c Name:,,,_ 3 Date: Witnessed By: Name: �� k C.► �,/ (j Date: / ' T Afant's Initials SUPPLY SUPPLY gpB BERGEA 357 E. Park Ave. Vice President 2013 Lincoln Blvd. P Box 2166 Cell (530) 570-8494 Oroville, CA 95965 Chico, CA 95928 rberger'omlbwelding.com ph, (530) 534-6556 Ph. (530) 342-3589 www.mjbwelding.com TRIANGLE FAX (530) 342-1715 COATN Miller. ✓`..�Ingarsollpand. PROFESSIONAL AIN OOM1NE&&OR& L.Y'Y1ANl1• � 71,11 -Oh' T • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF aD�r+ �Q�Gj fLr The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is�be.r 2. I reside at 3,57 CF. tPar k Ani-e.- cL c. c e-A 9 S� zg ; 3. I was born on r 19 (P 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 Lk n Sv 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 Affidavit ofS . BPr Page 2 of 4 • 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: We_ to CA �y V1�M��� # 1A, co 1 ilcL \ GI G Se S cam.'%' oal2 C 2 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 Initials 1FA is � c: Affidavit of C) .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: -{ er!R74 T Date: o Witnessed By: Name Affiant's Initials IN r� • Affidavit of J a2f e.r Page 4 of 4 Date: (� 2 Affiant's Initials • 0 0 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 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 ���(,(�� 1 , j-/Jo— OIL 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 Affidavit of 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 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) iri 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: 19.2 . and Affiant's Initials 6(<— 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. A By: Name: Date: % U Witnessed BY Name: jlt'� Date: Afflant's Initials i 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 //aC,j �4� ' 3. I was born on 19,�%k 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; ,116. I am employed as a .1%0-elyl /Y)A(ZT- 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since /Q8'G% ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /98% • Affidavit of 127WZn 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: Aq4,1� a /pk� �?r 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 any knowledge. By: e Name: Dat Q Witnessed By: Nami t Date: � I 2- p, / 2CQ?? Affiant's Initials CHICO , 5' SCRAP METAL George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CA 95938 + (530)345-6241 FAX (530) 345-6025 Resale �t 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 • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: �.J 1. My fiill name is • 6-eorqc' 2. I reside at cik� 60 CA 3. I was born on 1931 in Lh4co ; 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 d A1K 61 15C - -v M � 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since mqq 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since I J U c Affidavit of ( ec & b). 3CA Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: S'G lC') J a5wrkd-, &= d S AY az- ph. Itii.i� e1� ►��o�ec:�ST_� ��� fi rs. y . • V; 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 • 4ffiant'e Tnitiole 1 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: • 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. • Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name l Affant's Initials zi Int/ Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 Date: r Affiant's Initials E-1 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 6 c� Sc ti3 T -r JL, 2. I reside at / C� (•� (.�� Z?t� �'�� G�-1 �,L, , C ; 3. I was born on 19_,t, -t4 in (4<I c j i i 1 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, 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 MtD-7CC _a J ,y' eq_ (L 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since f �j 7o? 8. I have engaged in business tr,�nsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /97-2- Affidavit of �"eg-cytl u' Page 2 of 4 • y 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: v t� /It. i ej i aJ C� M ZVIA'7 © (2 -*N 4- 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 bye • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit' Affiant's Initials • Affidavit ofC 3ciw 2, .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: , c Q4 ' LO Q �J SZ, -�z /`t)`cl; Z?�% [ �/J l • V " 1 l! f A-!} T! 'v A4!�� 6 S\ �VLl 0 �.y t�y)6- S OFF=* c:,moi •lA t Ti 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. Date: / — -L ~— 6 � Witnessed By: Name: C (/ -�Ay LCr,.dAj Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Qlul, .c- L-j 6c� T Page 4 of 4 Date: % 2—�— • • { Affiant's Initial U4 FABRICATION CO. 2209 PARKA VENUE ��CHICO, CA. 95928 0 • 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 , 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. -- 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 (�L Affidavit of��—� Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have 4, 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 ,r 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 Initialsm�ll :7 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: Name: Date: .fid Witnessed By: • Name: —L jJ Affiant's Initials�� • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) 'AFFIDAVIT OF • r The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: L My full name is 2. I reside at l 3. I was born on�� 19 a- in ; 4. I am preparing this affid it 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; S. 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 Qr 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 /M Affidavit of LN 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: 01 and • 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: Nam( Date: Witnessed By: L �i�5 N Date: Affiant's Initias", The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: C L My full name is 2. I reside at l A 3'. I was born on 19 65 in ; 4. I am preparing this affid it at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his A 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 ��� STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 4111 C/�i��� L/ S✓ L ©�/3/� 2. I reside at 112A W t{'�h• �¢ LM/co✓�� D ��II 3. I was bornon OGTo KA 7, ig .58 in c G1 � CO) CAU 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 as a UNIT &OUI/,p AJJ.XJC_P, V 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since _131' Tib ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • Affidavit of 1c I�,4L 29 L9�/ 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 periods7 M4 VK L / VE16 Tw `-tw4b5oP oft s �7"" PR�� Cf e_,jG HfGtkA 14S7_A1,c�1�,. R BfiQTo d , ; and 6(k.*_46P °'�� ��£�� K,Nb OF ?*CP, rtEc�J y 5Y51D�? A ICY �Y oeo 4Y lva. gem l � Toe - AAs 64J NO FORM 6FMWIA/6 HAVE W?J 9A PPc1WAt6, r-WM A:50 59m v,S _PD F IRsrc(A6S W0Ift. 2Y of<*&VON5 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of MIC* ' ('?'L')6/'W Page 3 of 3 r] 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. • .7 Date: (7 ( 312.000 Witnessed By: Name: &J-1 �� /Q Date: Affiant's Initials fA.N,- • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) • K] AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at \ , 3. I was born on _ CS -02 , 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 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 7 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 • 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 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: M144 42 S _� ►�' rKit MIA h f YIT 1��r1� �o e � �� 5 U f S D S� ; and • f Affiant's Initial_ Affidavit of ��,Ln ri q '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. By:Coe Name: Date: Witnessed By: Nari� - Date: Affiant's Initial t STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposers and says: I 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 3. I was born on '19 3 i in Q-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 sa 6&fQ 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with cI G Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since � 1 A i 5 �1 .• 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: 1 +1 44 044 � ",A �p-Q! a� �l 3 �� wu S ►^r�w.� . 1� a�.e. t� Cin G VA4 m .� e -r— aid . I vu (�� /� j � ",.L a � � � k v'L a • v� ( t -X_L • V- X LA- % 1 v ter . � - % L U l (JIYi ��.l Atvq o 'IS OJ� ✓v` �' � c` we V7k) o h p`- 'T ca,J�r r � M�v`.C- • Affiant's Initials fT� Affidavit of 1 L O 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. • • Name Date: 1— '60 - QV-=, Witnessed By: Name: �/► Date: Qri Affiant's Initials :4L • The undersigned, being dul s. orn, depo es and sa s: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at n3 I V`Q& r sl"e-\�- 3. I was born on e 2 U- 19kio 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 f jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a V\YyY e Gk"3 7 I have known Ronald R Loan e all g p rson y since , 8. 1 have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since boro ; • • • 1 �1-- Affidavit of L� Q 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: , I Can Verne m)o'er ,� AWYAo nn (alp,.) ern, _M; oAo w\ee _YY eAi ;and Affiant's Initials �, • Affidavitof 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: wc,"Je Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT w OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3. I was born on s -L 19ta 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 / 12a 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since S _ I Gj�3 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since to , Affidavit ofn 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; iq 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: lm� km_) 06WU -,t- l�./l l �, � �fl� (� `� i Qi�� • Affiant's Initials P4' U Affidavit of�Gnpr Lu 12A P -7�►. � r ` 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: OuaA ACL /) MACUA ^ Name: /� Ind} 6 P Lan Date: 109 Witnessed By: Name: \ka,n Arj aw "l }c\ne \\ Date: I --o --OX Affiant's Initials _ • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT ZOF The undersigned, being dulyjwor, depses and says:_ 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 3. I was born on k 194�z in E 8 8 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 SGJ 1 !Q A /t v%- 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 J 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his,agents regularly since ak A'Qacol— 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 themining 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) J, 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: i1 Affiant's Initials • Affidavit of CVS Page 3 of 3 13. 1 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: YL Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name: Date: 3o -0:9 Affiant's Initials VV • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Lmcin/ N end-er�o The undersigned,being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is qAAs..A� • �,�1�� 2. I reside at aA 4- M64e'A w ; 3. I was born on 19_a� 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 ttpv-c-�e- ujt�� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since A 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �-o v�C� y *0 (o ` Affidavit of V\,e. Y'e r Page 2of3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Loan and/or his g o s 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; andiTe 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: re—naex—r t &_J� N1 1 Gi O ;and C-�c fG YL a+0 C> lam- i`t' O A. U bY✓L V,A • G� C) r• P tials s Ini; 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 • LO Name Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials ��'i • 0 attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine 1 cated at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA; Permit # 81-135, from the date I? If to ther resent. !4 • • 0 attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the Kew Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date % 2 to the present. IL - U -7 Date L 20A V /77 41; 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 to the present.* • • 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 KFV 4 Rl to G D oN to EL -L 2. I reside at 4%4(6 6.6m woo t7 L tV ; 3. I was born on 01'- 24 '19 S8 in )Ay4t ouVM WA54.1 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 r jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed asa :')'s -F lrw�t'�lou �b 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since U*,N l q ih5 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 7" lg S5 ; Affidavit of KevirN JL 1 OoNwo-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; 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--KAuG� 6c -EN -r+E yI ST�c�1 vel AND o F 4 Co wt p l ei-e r+M fl l'tgLPep gt)lLP KAUE Se�"1l1 "IRoN "5)r -AN 2tsmp t�T-aA-tw -11+c- w, NttV 6 PRO«Ss -to ►Kk" ;and • OP ttra LOCAA net&WB02s AN V T4+ozr2_ r-AroLt45 , T µqvE PatYNe* AND 51.UtCWV T"W=Gr rAANLJ 'tt^u£'S -A y6�141Z S1N<,e 19%$, Affiant's Initials Affidavit of/ t t� c� oAl►11t'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. By: i� Name: ZPIV MCz:?qIVM) I'U— Date: Witnessey Name-h—ZAz::Ll 1 L ALA Date: I 0 Q, 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 79 r- 3. 3. I was born onlQ / , 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 959:65; 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 % 76e • 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 F that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to r • ` 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 i 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 P. i C L/de, 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 • Name Date: r Witnessed By: Y Name: d Date: /— 2,2 — Og Affiant's Initials