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RECORDING REGUESTLD(BY AND MAIL TOt Ila. me A 1`l ISJ .C.rl�i t9 AJ . street�; JF r ua2s, Du'u,,- city0 jr" Ca --Cb;Lk 93-55333 "x:?. 3-0553331 Rec Fee 8:00 1 Cash a.00 Recorded 1 Official Records 1 County of I r"' Butte I 37 . Candace J. Grubbs I Recorder I PLACER MINING CLAIM 1 lli54am 15 -Dec -93 I PUBL X 2 ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE_ TION NOTICE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERNi Please take notice that'.; 93=5533 This form hes been printed through the courtesy of the'U:S. De ertment of the Interior, aureate of Lend Management, to aeelRt you In tecotdlnit your mining claim. in accordance with Rection 311 of the Act of October 21,°:19!6, es amended. PohlIc Low 91-579 (90 Stat. 7711), the Federal Land Policy 'andMen•Bement-Act of 1976, all unpatented lode of Placer minlnyy clalmn or mill or tunnel site tial.^: on public lends of the United Staten In the State of California shall be recorded with the Bureau ot,:Lend Management, California State Office. Fedetal Office Uullain,, room E-2811, 7800 Cottage Nay, Sacramento, CAI lfornle 95075. Coplee of the regulations may he obtained from this office. EIIOw SITE OF CIA OI' DIAGRAM CONTAINS FOUR COMPLETE SECTIONS I See. _, T. _, R. sec. , T. R. CeAter '" Center Beet/on Settlors Center Dei& I colter _ —F R — SeltfonEenalon060 Nv E•� r! � u ,. see. T. R. sae. . T. Any person who willfully makes s false statement with ettpect to any wining :Ialm on the posted ;.jlocation notice or on the recorded notice shell be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and up -n cOnvictlon shall he punished by s fine not exceeding an* hundred dollars ($100) or L; Imprlsan- f , merit In tht county )all not exceeding sin months, or by:both such tine and Impflsonm.•.It. (Public Resources Code of Csllfornlej.lee. 23131 EMD OF DOCUMENT _ vim........:.....v...., �...•......•w......1......) ._..................-. .. »b.. . ..� j Official Records Database Document Detail Butte County Recorder's Office Searchable Indices: Official Records Fictitious Business Names (DBA) 4 Document Detail q Document ID: 1993-0055333 Recorded on: 12/15/1993 Gl No. of Pages: 2 . Grantors: None Index Items: GRAUBERGER, LYNNE L • HOFFMAN, FLORENCE JUGUM, JOE LOGAN, BETTY J LOGAN, MATHEW A LOGAN, MICHAEL R LOGAN, RONALD R LOGAN, -WADE L NEW ERA II T21 RK SEC 1 SW 1/4 • q' Assessor Parcel #: None 0 Book Page #: No Book Page Found n Image: NOTICE.OF LOCATION Grantees: None References: None htM•//�larlr_rarnrrlcar hnttcannnntcr nat%Qiimo\IIAh/A QA/!lT?Tlni.Tlotn�l nn..7Tl....TTl=10nZ nnc � /��i�nno 93-55332 /� , 93-455332 I Rec Fee 9.00 1 Cash 9.00 Recorded Official Records I RECORD 116 PEOUeSTE/D R -Y Allo MAIL. T01 County of Butte sere.t��i,�t,• L7<'� ri 17..1„t- Candace J. Grubbs I Recorder I city�y,lc / t?5� -E lls54am 15 -Dec -93 I PUBL X 2 _SPACE AnovE THIS 1,111E FOR RECORDER'S USE PLACER MINING CLAIM LOCATION NOTICE TO WIICM IT NAY CONCERNI Please take notice thati 1. The name of this claim Is A/• -u) %r.a_! a placer mining claim, 2. This claim Is situlted Inl NEI, NNS SMS [ SES M Sec. T.�21 P.� Mer._L!L NES Q IMA(—�7 SMS Q SCS Q Sec. T. R. Her. NE1 n NNS I� Stilt Q SES Q Sec.__ T•__ R._— Mer.__ t1ES Q NNS Q SNS Q SES (_] Bec'._ T._,-_ n, list. — In the MdQi 1d ,,inin ,? District, County of �u E State of California. The acreage lclalmed Is '(% acres, - ], The date of this location is the _L_! day of ! C 19Son which date the notice of location was posted on the claim. 1. The locator or locators of this claim ares ame(s) rufrent Malliry or Rgeldence Address 21I �r A�_ 3 fZ) "'11 , s pV�oE -Z �a----Ll tn - S. If claim cannot be described by quarter -section, the buundarles of the claims and the land taken ere desrlbed followal Cotsv aencing at the dlucoery, mO �ument .Iters this notice Ir,a s posted, thence___! __to the____—_ (dlrectlonl corner which Is the point of the beginning to describe the bound -sties, thence 13-aC)__ feet to the_1J„��(_— —corner, (dl action) thence-_�16YO—__ feet to thew .;•_corner, tion') thence _ .;I (__—_— feet to the _.L-cocner, —14, ctlon) thenco___1l/--�/��_ feet to the point of beginning, (directlan) 6. The dlecovery monument. Is situated at the point of discovery about 10 Id„���i /�It l (diet ce from Air's' -►ti'S VAj (:I 1rt�tfit;r� 1-1�n.t'. _ natural o act Gr perm vent mono ent anis give r�T ectlon as arc ate asp a e, to Identify the claim located). -- JATUPE(S) C•—•. CLAIMS LOCATED AFTER OCTOBER 21, 1976, MAST RE REbdROED M1T11 TIIE BIINEAU OF LAND MAIIACEMEIIT 111THlN_pn_ U1.AtTGLMIC CI! LnCWt1f)”, 93-55332 This form has been printed through the coutteey of the U.B.;,Oepertment %:f the Interior, 8u[eeu of Lend Managemer.t, to asalat you In reeording,your mining 'claim. in accordance ..lth Section 711 o, the Act of netnber 71, 1976, as amended, Puhlle Lev 91-579 190 Stat. 771'.1, the rederaI Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, all unpatented lode or placer mining claims or ml 11 or tunnel site claims on public lands of the United 9ta'tea In the ,:meet of Californle shall be recorded with the Bureau or Land Management, California State Office, re�eral office oulldlnq, nonm P-7611, 7600 Cottage Nay, Sacramento, Callforr,la 95675. Coplen of the requlstlona may be obtained from this office.., SII04 SITE Or CIAOI OIACRAH CONTAINS POUR CONPI.tTE SLCTIOIIS u Sec. , T. _, R. Sec. T. Center Colter section E tion �1I--- I ivy Cie Colter CeAter se do Se cion See., T. R. ��i[: E.e. T. _, R. 1.: ,. . A-.iy person who willfully mal.es s [else statement with Tespeet to any minin•.) claim on the posted )ocal.lon not lee or on the recorded notice shall be deemed guilty of s misdemeanor, and upon '-"conviction shall be punished by s fine not axe#ailing one -hundred dollars (5100) or by Imprlson- meat In the county dell not exceeding nix months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. IPublle Resources Code of California, See. 77151 END OF DOCUMENT state ofcaiiromla = WEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION Q MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT MR C-2 Page 1 1_ ` CA MINE ID # 91 - MINE NAME New Era Mine 1. CompaOperating Site Contact Person Telephone Ronald Logan Ronald J. Logan ( 530) 533-4645 Street Address/P.O. Box No. City State/ZIP Code/County 4095 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville CA/95965/Butte 2. Designated Agent's Name (individual must reside in CA) Mailing Address N/A Telephone 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 Telephone Ronald ALogan ( 530) 533-4645 Mailing Address (this address will be used to send next year's report form) 4095 Dry Creek Rd. city State2lP 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? r Yes. If yes, date of purchase r; No. [- Yes. If yes, date of sale P.Z; No. 4. Landowner Assessor's Parcel # Ronald RLbgan & Betty Logan 41-08-27 Mailing Address Telephone 4095 Dry Creek Rd. ( 530 ) 533-4645 City/State/ZIP Code Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville, CA 95965 a. bTBTus OT Mining AaiVnies UUKINU 11 -le RePUKTINU YEAR r: Newly Permitted -Not yet in operation. Date PermittedV U►1 Z 1982 Active. J7. 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. r Closed with no Intent to resume. Date mining ceased. r Closed--reciamation certified complete by Lead Agency. Date mining ceased 6. Status of Reclamation Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR i Reclamation not started. a Reclamation in progress (attach updated reclamation plan map indicating progress). [- Reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. h t . Reclamation certified complete on (Date). Financial Assurances released on (Date). DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator stow ofcarromla 0RR ARTMENT OF CONSERVATION IMINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID#.91- G2 Page 2 r` Yes F No Inspection 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. N.C. 8A. SMARA Lead Agency (city OR county ONLY) . Butte County 8B. Reclamation Plan Status ' g r No Plan Approved on V1te L pZ (date). Attach copy with amendments, conditions, and PROOF of approval. 18 Number of acres subject to Reclamation Plan r' Pending. Submitted to Lead Agency on y (date).' r On Appeal. Submitted to SMGB on (date). f Yes: Financial Assurances approved by Lead Agency. TAfiIACki'GiPd. A rRFC00 0..'IPi4 1%A Complete below for approved Financial Assurances: Date of Annuel Review Expiration Date or Amount Type Deft Poet d by Lead Agency Renewal Date Qr eppliwWe) 3.000.00 Perf. Bond r No: Financial Assurances NOT approved by Lead Agency. r: Financial Assurances pending with Lead Agency. Submitted on. A � IF APPLICABLE, INFORMATION REQUIRED IN ITEMS 10 THROUGH 13 MUST BE PROVIDED FOR EACH SEPARATE PLOT t N.C. 10. ATTACH NAMED U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY MAP —7.5' OR 15' QUAD—SHOWING BOUNDARIES OF MINING OPERATION Latitude Long ide Section—Township—Range—Base Meridian Quad Name County 3�°42 o3r�s/y IZ� 35��].ZI W 1-21N-3E-M.D.M Oroville Butte IN.C. I 11. Type Code(s) of Mining Operation 0-00411 0 . A� " a ' g 12. DISTURBED ACREAGE 1. Approximate disturbed acreage at beginning of t I13 (This figure should match the figure from item 12, line 5 on your29gb- annual report, if it does not match, please explainon Page 4.) 199E 2, Approximate acreage disturbed during. 3, (ADD LINE 1 TO LINE 2) 4, Approximate disturbed acreage reclaimed during 5. _____L_(SUBTRACT UNE 4 FROM LINE 3) Approximate disturbed acreage remaining at end of 13. ; q N.C. (jr;: Acres Permitted: 18. & Permit.# 81-135 (- Acres Vested (Acres disturbed prior to January 1, 1976) : Acres on Federal Lands: & PermWID # mc. $ 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 sate or Cenfanda PARTMENT OF CONSERVATION W"WAINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT &RG2 Page 3 CA MINEID# 91- 15. COMMODITIES AND PRODUCTION PRODUCTION INFORMATION IS PROPRIETARY AND WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL. PURSUANT TO kitty mm�tY 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.. I ' B. REPORTING FEE.......:. >It..)S............................................. $ 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) = i 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) - $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF IS(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/StateOP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number ( 530 ) 5334645 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 O 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 TO Troy Production Ounces Pounds A. PRIMARY COMMODITY PRODUCED BY OPERATION: Gold (Placer) 2 B. ALL OTHER COMMODITIES PRODUCED BY OPERATION (indude any production 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.. I ' B. REPORTING FEE.......:. >It..)S............................................. $ 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) = i 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) - $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF IS(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/StateOP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number ( 530 ) 5334645 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 O 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 Smte of cardmnis PARTMENT OF CONSERVATION �3 1INING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- MRRC-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: 1993 } - Activities: 1. Continued running smaller mill to run high grade ore. 2. Maintained roads around site. 3. Worked underground in old mine tunnel high grading ore from bedrock. 4. General maintenance on all equipment and grounds west of Dry Creek. Ronald . Logan 0 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. Logan • 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 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 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. IAL SEAL fglY SI LLY MATN1s NOTARYPU9UC-OREGON COMINSSION NO. 416 08 M1f COI1NE18810N EXPIRES JUNE 19. 2011 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 10 day of 20(�,?. Notary Signa U Notary public in and for the County of mQl1 '\Gr--) And the state of () Yp -)Y\ 0 Zoe-,Varl , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual opera ion of the New EraQtne located /att 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date �� / to the present. e Dat • I, �� , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville; CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date MIO,C , r i to the present. s 11-07-07 Date a • 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; 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. Aarmne�/'/ • /l— — Date i _ 1 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 to ther resent. e Date r I, re C �d I , 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 % 2 to the present. S '1 Name Date n U ;• r STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Kevin P. McDonnell The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is KEv1lm %Ac-DoNwELi— ; 2. I reside at 4%46 GRM woo r7 QV ; 3. I was born on b 24 , 19 58 in Vow co qmr— Ui A 513 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 �) Ec.F IE"t21 o t l eb 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 0'#,N lqZ ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with • Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 7" M S5 ; • Affidavit of Kej11!,! j� ��olvly 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 musing 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: = -KAUG: *E VU mte- �NS'r¢�rt'lo�c AND bD,2,2 -hOrt or- 4 CAwlQlg" p1AIV4:5 4ND l� Pey R U I w EC,Q U t p t Nle-""_ 6012 1-1+e 1=1 FTI- T KAVE Se "N 'RoN L.oG N -11+g wiiuw6 -PRO«5-5 -to vAA" ;and OP trrG LOCAA N,Q1&r ao¢s ANO TF+torL. r orwtty5 , r µqv PArtN� AND 5t_U tC.L-V -m4e2ta rAAN J -my- ES A yG142 SINc.E 19$$, Affiant's Initials Affidavit of 4E1 t N Ol WCO-X , 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. b' By: Name: Mez2elytyl i.L Date: 6/ — 2 y — oc% y WitnessJ� :� Y Name' OLAY� Date: • Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) n U AFFIDAVIT OF R► � � des The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ! ; 2. I reside at 7.z4; 3. I was born on `—1I�, 19 in J ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 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 76 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since % 7� ; • • Affidavit of 4' gy PS 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: Affiant's Initials ; and Affidavit of i C UUOL"g 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. • • Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name:a Date: /— 2:2- — p g I Affiant's Initials 4 • RECOR NG REQUES E BY AND MAIL TO: Name • Street .` City C I,1,C �` �•���� i SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE PLACER MINING CLAIM LOCATION NOTICE TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Please take notice that: �• 1. The name of this claim is , a placer mining claim. 2. This claim is situAted in: A r NE►i Q NWN Q SW% LCD sEN = Sec. T.,.Ud R.` Mer. , NEk NWi SW% Q SEN Q Sec. T. R. Mer. NEN NWS Q SWN 0 SEN Q Sec. T. R. Mer. NEN Q NW% Q SWN Q SEAS = Sec. T. R. Mer. in the /1"AN Mini' District, Count State of California. The acreag claimed ism ac /.S-0 • 3. The date of this location is the -day of N 19on which date the notice of location was posted on the claim. 4: The locator or -locators of this claim are: • s i f _ i I u P 67 Current Mailing or Residence Address ,S I'O o C4 C c L.- S. If claim cannot be described b '' "'`". ",. •"- y quarter -section, the boundaries• of the claims and the land taken are described as follows: -mencing at the discover mof ment where this notice is posted, thence __ LJ to the .�' (direction) +; corner which is the point of the beginning to describe the boundaries,�y thence--N—.fd (direction)�'� -- eet to the corner, thence feet to ttie� (di c o on) •► corner, thence/� (d re tion) , A- -- feet to ihe_ —F corner thence 026V&_ (direction) fepntd'iscovery the point of beginning. 6. The discovery monument is situated at the about_OOf /4& A)E1�1/� ✓A �� .. i .� ii (dVfc fro 'a W �uaa ua.c aa�w o � T4 & NEW if rd LJ Cwtv 6v Pe s�' natural object or permanent monument and give direc ion as accurately as possible, 'to identify the claim located). ' • a�: SIGNATURES) CLAIMS LOCATED AFTER OCTOBER 21, 1976,,MUST.RE RECORDED WITH THE.-.BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT WITHIN.J6 DAYS AFTER DATE OF LOCATION. 0-1 0 •This"Dorm has been printed through the courtesy of the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management, to assist you in recording your mining claim. ,In accordance with Section 314 of the Act of October 21, 1976, as amended, Public,;,Law 94-579 .(90 Stat. 2743), the Federal Land Policy and Management`Acto'f 1976,.all-unpatented lode or placer mining claims or mill or tunnel site claims on public lands of the United. States in the State of California shall be recorded with the Bureau of Land•Manageme.nt., California State Office, Federal Office Building, Room E-2841, 2800 Cottage Way, Sacramento, California 95825. Copies of the regulations may be obtained from this office." • SHOW SITE OF CLA D1 DIAGRAM CONTAINS FOUR COMPLETE SECTIONS center Center Section sJP.1:,.. Center € - Se Ion k' Any person who willfullymakes ..location notice or on a fal?se stert nIt;,- w#ith,,.respect to any mining claim on the posted '. .notice shall the recorded be deemed..gu:il,t.y._of _;a misdemeanor, and upon ..LR 'conviction shall be punished b a fine not exceeding one hundred-dollars ($lo0)orYby Imprison ment in the county jail not exceeding six months, or by both such. ;fine and risonmen (Public Resources Code of California, Sec. 2315) _imp _ . 1 �J r. STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is LS- s / 2. 1 reside at COe VP 3. 1 was born on A -1-J/0 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 r ariy 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 Init 7. I am empl I 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. 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 • [Type text] Date: Witnessed By: . Name: D�CL L40 A. . L� Date: Dp . [Type text] Affiant's Ini tal b I 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. 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 • [Type text] Date: Witnessed By: . Name: D�CL L40 A. . L� Date: Dp . [Type text] Affiant's Ini tal AFFIDAVIT OF Beth Ann T. Reykers The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Beth Ann T. Reykers; • 2: , I reside at 2320 Woodcrest Lane, Carson City, Nevada 897.01; 3. 1 was born on April 15, 1958 in Patchogue, New York; N4.. 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; 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: Name: -Amu Date: U 61 Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Inititals • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF i y 14 41't The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: j 1. My full name is X '�1�.-v l 3 / ; . !1'1✓Z- 2. I reside at 304 DE E L,71f.,ani G 3. I was born on 7 / , 19_�Q in 1,54 /!U 111L/. ; 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 tie 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 30'Z/ �tr� 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%4L �-' Page 2 of 3 0 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: 'Ala A4rae 2 14R Y MA PKV0 r" ; and A1119d4Q), Affiant's Initials, �r ; Affidavit of— / & ,/f l Page 3 of -3 .i 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: / Z Y .z Witnessed By: Name: McC1—'�h�� �?„Qy (. QCA 1 J Date: Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 1:�obert ;Zolb't �&V /<' n"' , 2. I reside at 2 3� 1y✓oDc� 91'4 G-%, 6all50? C'`i-Y , /1//i/, 3. I was born on �c , 19.5.6 in ?Ptctr1 in < camly 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. Loganor 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 G 2e,46 AIV 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 2 if/ • 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: Z bG',�,A 7-Aele �proX, 5 ©r 6 77ote5 6,iA6e I ct81 7'1 rV 200 if cpta- rkCrf- vlq-� -900te- 1,'-11,e(d (9r, A V1 t 4 1 rt 07 (ZC_TTj I/ �Y_ and Affiant's Initials L� Affidavit of��yr� 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: xnhefT ;&VP -'LO Date: 'Z Witnessed By: C h A L A- L +0 6 Name: ta Date: , Z ° L Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is _1M 6'A te, Gw E:.3 �a'LVIS' 2. I reside at 70 f —PiOA 70 3. I was born on ( Q , 19 min 2�v„6A 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�-�-,p� l c� I& 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since (aN`t' 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ` 0 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: 5 �xjIr't t,G s 1 n K -In i t , % " — - 1) c, .L =, vo,r.L I. ` -L -e-- ; and ��� A cant's Initials Affidavit of k'",6 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: Date: Witnessed By: M4L444— Jae, 'f'C-Ci Name:i1V C_�4 A- CL— L PGA Date: o 12— S -�-> &.0 FR Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 5 ect h Lloyd 61a..1 I -e -it ', Re— The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is SCar\ Uo yc Gat (e r� i rle, 2. I reside at 760 CuAina Ayenivf— ,QrlatN J,. CAr '?S4(P3 3. I wasbornon Dece-%wbe - 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 hAach's m; 5`f - 11 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since _ j q 6 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 'jmvN L y as (j e "_ iffk 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: = hacv e. WaKs N6y\-e— T' 4kei -,:) e- 'i"k�If O Dy� Idre_S J irk s ►,,.',Y..�, I havc enh�� a.rxd s jv.C,e.cL 44\ -Q - h",:% Y`Q. VIA 4 I -F ; and Affiant's Initials 1 Affidavit of Seo Y� 1_ (o V CL G a ((tri rt P 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: 'e �p bo N d 6a ((PctaFin. Date: 01 Z g /o $ Witnessed By: Nam( Affiant's Initials 9 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF co The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 0 a /J� o �d� r BVI ,Q (J; G cA 2. I reside at a tq I Jcdel ., �P- 3. I was born nID , 19- (!�7� 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 p— e-, J 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 • l\ P Affidavit of�,Q, ` ��. (� '� ..1 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: f6t'- 0-- .� Zf U�i/n5-gym 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: Nai Date: f �� Witnessed By: Name Date: (9 .� g 2. p C) Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) i ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. M _y Y full name is ��5 E !2. Q�� 14C— A-1 0 PJ, 2. I reside at 2, Lq A born.. • 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 the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a� 6� 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 01 �-7 : ; Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I r _ 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: axw1 rill �C IL7 q and Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 f • 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: G eg— Name: Date: `Z.CSC1 Witnessed By: . Name: 7jez kC f,?,/O Date: / T/aCy . STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn,` deposes and says: • 1. My full name is 2. I reside at e L ;5 Ll/3g/Zl ; 3. I was born on C% 2 , 19 .S 7 in z�'-L A, n� 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 H CS' & E- 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since /9 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with 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: nail , , .z 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:d�, �/,4 �! ./0 S Name:r�• Date: Witnessed By: Name: Ze e u JA 1,/6 Date: Affiant's Initials WELDING Sl1PPLY BOB BERGER 2013 Lincoln Blvd. 357 E. Park Ave. Vice President Oroville, CA 95965 Cell (530) 570-8494 P.O. Box 2166 534-6556 Chico, CA 95928 rberger@mjbwelding.com www r(njbw)elding.com ph. (530) 342 3589 n,,NaE FAX (530) 342 1715 wan Miller. L� I°garsollpand. • { .pppf({{ION{I 11p LOMPPE{{Opi u P-111 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF aO�rT Ree its' The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is bp—A— 2. I reside at '3,57 t , Par k AA�J.e_ CJWc. o 3. I was born on r 19 (v I in <2,4 ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095. Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965;. 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a �' j �,LkkA so 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 g5 • Affidavitof Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: W2t Atnc., e_cAO6.AR•ti'i— -A t kc co5trCca 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) o it Pen- P Affiant's Initials/ c� • • 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:l�i Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name: Affiant's Initials 0 Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 Date: (ri �� 2`n 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 2. I reside at 45-q,q���A.i� CA 3. I was born on 19in bf�[a:y►©Yl✓IG� 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 01,1 13 � � : 16 0/4. , 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since _ -�` - 3 TFW 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since S ; 0 • 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: Cj ;and • Affiant's Initials 611<— f _ 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 t indicated; and I believe. each statement contained herein'to be true to the best of any knowledge. By: Name: Date: !> Witnessed By. LI -54 /ti.. � U / Aj �. Name: jlt,� Date: • Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: ' f 1. My full name is }� 6.1- wl ` Y) ; 2. I reside at 1 u� u36� Wn 3�- ; 3. I was born on S ?) } 19�C 1 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 'V Q r 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since % by lh i ng) ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with 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: 1y 1\) l Y(3 V \r";Yyy� j WCA.�Mv)n JAn i_ vyl ivv . tib 1.6\ Pr ► , k , Jnr Q 11 (),YA CJ ; and Affiant's Initials M f . Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my' knowledge. By: Name: } N el 1f-OCI CA n Date: i Witnessed By: j "--=L Name: C quoki Date: Affiant's Initials • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at //ao 3. I was born on 19, ino ; 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 a2 LyAL- 1"Y� A RT . 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 Zn Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any. part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit 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 • 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 Date: 12-9 2Q)b ~ 4 Affiant's Initials+ CHICO - �' SCRAP METAL George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CA 95938 (530)345-6241 FAX (530) 345-6025 Resale t 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 s ! STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE AFFIDAVIT 5 OF F - The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full -name is �eorqc' '_)cv)f 1 2. I reside at ' �'6D �l K ��' (� .G� C: ; z 3. I was born onJktq1J 1 19J� 1 in C 4to ; 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; c_ 6. I am employed as a 4 07C 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 / v� Affidavit of (. enr6i& 0. 5co Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: S i! �C.' 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 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 �)open-pit de osits• deposits; Affin"Pa Tn;hole . .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: Vt;LLm_d,,(vPuI4 FK- reqaw &t5ils • 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 i Date: i b o M - • Affiant's Initials 4 csm CHICO SCRflP METRL, Inc. George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CB 95938 Phone: (530) 345-6241 Fax: (530) 345-6025 s5 t George Scott, Jr. a 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CR 95928 Phone: (530) 343-7166 Fax: (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRHP METflL,` IOC. Demolition Contractor CR Uc. Oo. 812871 Resale 4 SRKHB2875345 J i STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 6 A-6 l„i E- z-• T 2. I reside at cV-1 cam:► ,CA 3. I was born on , 19 in ��1cl i u i , j 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, 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 My�%fiC _Q U y eq-���= /�� (L ; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since / � % F ; 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since _/972. Affidavit of Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: OA 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 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 i • Affiant's Initials �`��> 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: 5 ,znrc� C --V 'WCaf _1 gC)�s iiJL i�iUig Sei,Y1 U � S���Z t:Uft At 6 Q 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: l.J 7 Date: Witnessed By: Mmek Name: CLgagA) Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 • • Date: �— 2-9,- O 9 Affiant's Initial V4 FABRICATION CO. 2209 PARKA VENUE �\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 Z ► ' ► i �C.�, 3. I was born on , 19 in ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed -as a Cg-Vn C.�--(atyAC 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ) �``) ; 8. I have engaged in business tr nsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since (� L Affidavit of (N—\424,! Page 2 of 4 • 9. . My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: H 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 Initialsm�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: 191 -90 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: �1 Witnessed By: kAd • Name: 1�1�02� Affiant's Initials �ic� L Affidavit of V� Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated - pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and' (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous ETC��.• operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: GC3 ! and • Affiant's Initial Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name Date: Witnessed By:L t�i5 N Date: Aunt's Initiaw", • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ✓.� 2A l/� :1 ; 2. Ireside at `c�0 ��Q�1M Wei `CMCJ � VA' ',CQ ( 1 3. I was born on 19 -8� in 501 1� C, ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a j ,i/0 C-<� D5 ; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since b ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since q Affidavit of x t' ,�Y,�AV1 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 273 5,. states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to .an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:_A Wd\ Ao&F r Omj �a►Mtk, -A � k0 Cl', 4\ itil�l Gt'4N10�0� mai Affiant's Initials ; and Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • C , D. • ...,.���tr6 Date: / jp - Of giant's Initials , STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT M The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is M J CI Ji44-�-L S✓ Z- 6 6AI- 2. I reside at 112-'0 W q-�k - 5,t GN / co C)q. 3. I was born on O cTo KA T 19M in G d (CO 9 QAU F, ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his 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. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a U K\l f -t2. G 2O V V b AII X,IC—IQ V 0 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 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 musing 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-? IV4 VK L / ✓Q �¢� 7�lf� orale -- FF NOS 7A ADW 4AL5o I!o��'� �A� �� ��� �Ki�G H (Gtr 6 ORC T UAJ 2-0+TykX-S ��,w HAVE At-Sa &wXD .N(�juwt-vQep, fvf,?-q olb or P*t& 5y5-fTm 6wt f orc> 4Y-1\-j6L-'W M1NX �� T L AR5 6.14 NO `nMf:T NAT"150MIF FORM eP MNl N6 Navy �� �� PPc�v�,u6 � •,., �� ��? s�� Too riRsrc�s a�ov�Y oP��o�vs Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Orl,4 . L D GVN 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. • C] 10; P::�' 4""' Name: M la■w .. Date: b ( 3 12,900 Witnessed By: /Ct Name: fl"/ (' �I/D kj / Date: —'�) — Q(j Affiant's Initials AU- U STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF i7_ O Q Q11— The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: .1. My full name is 36 2. I reside at \ , I 3. I was born on _ �' - t� , 19_—J(� in ! P VV/ - ; 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 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 15<2 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 of2� 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: a'144 42 � _[ �� r r ' . I'K 1 l off? ti a u e �� e e in w h � r1T YJ�r!� �'o X e k) O q y C, v fK go/, �F_ e Y�ft �l ;and Affiant's Initial Affidavit of Q 0 I_ Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten -has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each .statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date: r � Witnessed By: Nano. Date: % 30 O Affiant's Initials 5i�t STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Ao 1 " a �'� �--V � 2. I reside at e's w a y 3. I was born on ,1L C.. 9 '1931 in lX'Oy 114 C A ; 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 Fa66M e -r 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with b% �i 0/ g (� i5� Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ; Affidavit of d Lo 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: -f-Y`aot W, -o," 44 Atwusr,1�w . D W�f� _ i-;�lnc,e. tnai b�e�n G Rf O\OMU OMVIM(AA -YA S I Q I L A A (-941 ti IS. S I OCG I (fowl rc wee KA l eS- " a a✓i " A s Imo, u� (,✓1 ; and. V INt o is O -q ✓►" �I� c� w e r k o p� �C cam. �-� �� r K, VA -t, • Affiant's Initials I • • Affidavit of i L p 4 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. is By: Name Date: Witnessed By: Name: V7 Date: Affiant's Initials 4L • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) The undersigned, 1.. My full na AFFIDAVIT OF _ M 2. I reside at VVkj&, V-- \Y 3. I was bom on e 2lQ 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 G�Q 9, 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since V\ -.j ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since hcrn ; Affidavit of �� Qlob Jcl� 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 C� 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: \Y^C Q I can ce-w ' Vr1,ber NIA V Ove kX 901CV-A �' (91(1'i -►1r11 �(�S � < 1 (��(1 n �io. � �rv. lll� `,,,n a Q f \ee :�(YLPdI`� - ; and Affiant's Initials W, / — , W 7T 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. .7 • B y: W C, ► , �, D. Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials i STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT. OF nnA Lu Zu The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3. I was born on 19t8 in C'' l 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 % .`,Ka X2 o H 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( b ��} • Affidavit of jnA L�e.2 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; Pill. 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; L 12. . Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: UNN— MA-�l�. r.1 �7_�� :i►T11 • ! F ,,,, Affiant's Initials �.� • • Affidavit of US- Paw 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 By: Name: Date: %l o8 r Witnessed By: Name:ya+n Q ov��li}c�ne\\ Date: f Aff ant's Initials_ • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) 1 L _ ) • COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF. The undersigned, being duly wo , de p ses and says: o 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 3.' was born onA , 19-g 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 SG W lQ 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since z " 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since a)/,1hooJen1- L Affidavit of4 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; W L- 10. 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:(' ��� Affiant's Initials Affidavit of CIS 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. • IM Name Date: 1—,50-676 Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is (2ac L2_j� an 2. I reside at �I �n��c� A-)- &: s_o 0 ; 3. I was born onA 19_yin C.�N\ c ) 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 0 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 Mcc) c (- 7. - 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 t �' 0 • Affidavit of eXA 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 Cj_- a -- Affiant's Initia 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 F indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT • OF A�� _ 'A • encler�o . n The undersigned,being duly sworn, deposes and says: f 1. My full name is 2. I reside at y' mo' sA - 3. I was born on 19-n in GCo\i,wt- ; 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 �tpy ,yjt- .e 7.. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Loy Li -1a to 0 o-� o Affidavit of kcA ��•e.ho�-eY�r Page 2 of 3 13 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; andjRf 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 �0�1 �,e-� i IJ e yt ��a cab© 5� old, C90A &AA= 7Q��Y_ ar-j �kavz)_P_ 1 Gi up ;and r�rvcl P A--&� aT\A •.•H„r2f'� �� � V ian�t 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. Witnessed By: Name Date: 1 F 1 Affiant's Initials ��'�"