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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNEW ERA MINE 1998 ATTATCHMENT SSA. y [!1`"�{'" t i�}i�)t Ry[ t .;l'.}1fh►, 1. :'i,1Fsf1{,�i � � '� 1 L C .J AI''° its' d�.+ Na• �hVA',,��.t�.µ }' P—� I.+ ,}p: v � ' � [�1 �,�ttrf Yvi1 �� � 7z o ,�Ff I i}, • '[ - Yt j '��hor'S r � . 1 t.,i �• ° � r��Iy, J �' �' b ��: "Fri � �Y � �,.. s � c+g`•,it r . t � �2' "z y � �� _{ � j �''-'9 a i��- �. .r: t ,, �} H �� � v_ ,. 4" � 1. ` � d ! •.?1'V` '�i� �y .'k � � ' '. n ea orw 1998, . �. ° f•" 'r;-��r AJ Y. fR''�+ xI v tl ' ° ° E } � ° ° „ ` - 'r .. ct� } �*°;,.� ,� ' iy C -x ' r a `a cr a• a. .0 ° ° � y � ^ � " �A ° ° ° .i •. d .�. �' �, c ,�,� � �� �� , - ,fig � t. y} �,, • 2 ;� ° ,otl° °e4 ,, n re+ t q .v.. { 1�: ° r ,psi' ` � � '3 ,� i ¢ q �" ��"!, �e a y) 'q""`+NN �� a -.a e• Xp iwX .�•.r t � rG - . ����. � ���� �a�r{rq�%j, ; [ �i'' 7 '/ �• k I F. �' g� d r .. � y e i y !S {-SPl3-:. ° 1 P.✓E� r+ 11 +,8 a �p, f` ?S.`" i�d;w,.)� :•.�� � 'if'1k� X-_ Y Y':..• o - 1] i i. 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RECORD G REQUESTED BY AND MAIL TO, Name =/6 • Street City j EL Cr9 �n 9S�j I I I I 111111111111111111111111111111 IL 9 9 8— 0 02 B S i s Official Records I PPEENAL6.00 County Of Butte I CANDACE J. 6RUBBS I 1 Recorder I 09136PA 09 -Jul -1996 I I Page yl of 2 _SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE PLACER MINING CLAIM LOCATION NOTICE TO WHOM IT MAY COHCERHI Please take notice t?tl �• 1. The name of this claim ls_ A- Z9 � a placer mining claim. 2. This claim is situdted in. HEN Q NMN [=1 SW% a SEN [] Sec,_ NEN Q NW% Q SW% Q SES Sec. T. R. Her. NEN Q NW% Q SWN 0 SES Sec. T. R. Her. NES Q NWk 0 SWsr =] SEi Q Sec. T. R. Her. in the fining D�strlct, County of State of California. The acreage c aimed ie �(n d acres. I. The date of this location is the/__day of 19?Zon which date the notice of location was posted on the claim, / 4. The locator or locators of this claim ares 5. IP • Current Mailing or Residence Address kc a� 11—�A i �a 'tel cg P�La� �' 1, �r e v iia c/Szj 6 _Illi /1—C(�i.0-re_ o ka Scf�C�B. �aM)kL- Matic 1�' 0 o�_�r A) ,lHsN O,< %730,3 S l iii j C> SECf" O /V If claim cannot be described by quarter -section, the boundaries of the claims and the land taken ere described as foIlowat Commencing at the discovery monument where this notice is posted, thence to the corner which is the point of the beginning ltocdescribe the boundaries, thence feet to the corner, (direction) thence (direction) feet to the corner, thence (direction) feet to the corner, thence (direction) feet to the point of beginning. 6. The discovery monument is situated at the point of discovery about ire S Rf NPue Y a }�1 it ti D Nef ArCr .(distance from natural object or permanent monument and give olrectlo M as ao4:urate as poral le, to Identify the claim located). SIGNATUPE(S) . .CLAIMS LOCATED AFTER OCTOBER 21, 1976,.MUST.F •L4ITHIH 90 DAYS AFTER DATE OF LOCATION -' This form has been printed through the courtesy of the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau r •of Lend 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 91-579 (90 Stat. 27431, the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 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 Management, California State Office, Federal'Office Building, Room E-2811, 2000 Cottage way, Sacramento, California 95825. Copies of the regulations may be obtained from this office. a SHOM SITE OF CLA DI DIAGRAM CONTAINS FOUR COMPLETE SECTIONS See. _, T. _, R. Sec. _, T. _, R. Center Center Section Shan Center Center - Se It I ' S Dion • See. _, T. R. See. T. R. ..7 r. .. Any person who willfully makes a false statement with respect to any mining claim on the posted. location notice or on the recorded notice shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and upon F•�;', '!eonviction shall. be punished by a fine not exceeding one hundred dollars ($100) or by imprison- ,�;r't went in the county jail not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and Imprisonment. (Public Resources Code of California, Sec. 2315) I, Z2!A(ar1 , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual opera ion of the New Eraq4ine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date % to the present. 67 >61e � Dat 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 M/yr, r to the present. OW-I'Mi e 11-07-07 Date • �10 I, Logon (; m v b e rq e r attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual. operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date T7 to the present. Logon Gro,vbP-rger 11-07-07 Name Date • V 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. We. I, Dick Hughes, 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 . v us to the present. W-21 i Dick 0 Date 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 s 0 e1FFIDAVIT 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. -M.4011 -t.ml - IAL 8 . KIIVI�ltI�.Y 1V�ATNI8 NOTARY PUBLIC - OREGON COMIA18810N !10.418569 H mu" p1 DARES JWE 19, 2011 Subscribed and sworn to before me this 10 day of—' 20� Notary Signa Notary public in and gf the County of Maj) \C7r-",) And the state of Y�7I-SY� Stets of Caftmia ffE ARTMENT OF CONSERVATION MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT MRRC-2 Page 1 CA MINE ID # 91 - MINE NAME New Era Mine 1. Company Operating Site Contact Person Telephone -Ronald 4 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 ,Q Logan ( 530 ) 533-4645 Mailing Address (this address will be used to.send next year's report form) 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City State/ZIP Code ICA/95965 Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville Was this operation purchased by you during reporting year? Was this operation sold by you during reporting yearn' ri Yes. If yes, date of purchase [X. No. r Yes. If yes, date of sale [X No. 4. Landowner Assessor's Parcel Ronald P, Logan & 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. 5. Status of Mining Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR CHECj;Cj1N!� r; Newly Permitted -Not yet in operation. Date Permitted Vf4e IZ 4 2 (�. Active. r Idle (as defined In Public Resources Code Section 2/1/.1). Complete the following: Date operation became idle (— Copy of Approved Interim Management Plan attached. Interim Management Plan pending with Lead Agency.],';` , d w: ° " `j": ""`"'''" 'rk 9 P 9,1Auil;?tiQ.�rfiS.,..��OtL1A4 (— Closed with no intent to resume. Date mining ceased r Closed—reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. Date mining ceased 6. Status of Reclamation Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR Reclamation not started. j—: Reclamation in progress (attach updated reclamation plan map indicating progress). Reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. MEN1zQIV' • Redamation certified complete on (Date). Financial Assurances released on (Date). DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator state of califorttia EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION 9Q�:MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- MRRG2 Page 2 7. r; Yes FX— 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. F. N.C. 8A. SMARA Lead Agency (city OR county ONLY) Butte County 8B. Reclamation Plan Status r No Plan Ig Approved on11 e l Z, /fig (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 (date). ^qa- `' ' g i (-` On Appeal. Submitted to SMGB on (date)."QjR'pp p 4 fI' a 9• pZYes: Financial Assurances approved by Lead Agency. v - �%1TTAEH�� ,P..,�';,tl1'Nptt1ROOE.O -.AR-RI�t01i,A Complete below for approved Financial Assurances: Amount Type Date Posted by Annual Review E)Oratlon Date or by Lead Agency Renewal tete (If eppliceVe) 3 000.00 Perf. Bond r No: Financial Assurances NOT approved by Lead Agency. r: Financial Assurances pending with Lead Agency. Submitted on (date) n. s IF APPLICABLE, INFORMATION REQUIRED IN ITEMS 10 THROUGH 13 MUST BE PROVIDED FOR EACH SEPARATE PLOT 1 10..ATTACH NAMED U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY MAP —7.5' OR 15' QUAD—SHOWING BOUNDARIES OF MINING OPERATION N.C. Latitude Longitude Section—Township--Range—Base Meridian Quad Name County 3q°UZ 03,$'SiV ai 3J �%ZI 4) 1-21N-3E-M.D.M Oroville Butte 111. Type Code(s) of Mining Operation N.C. 12. DISTURBED ACREAGE 1. Approximate disturbed acreage at beginning of (This (This figure should match the figure from item 12, line 5 on your2985— annual report. If it does not match, please explain q on Page 4.) �/ 7 2, Approximate acreage disturbed during. 3, (ADD LINE 1 TO LINE 2) 4, Approximate disturbed acreage reclaimed during: 5. 0 (SUBTRACT UNE 4 FROM UNE 3) Approximate disturbed acreage remaining at end of I 113. �u'% (�i�•��_e_�i't_r"Yr4rse�o'pi�y1 N.0 . Acres Permitted: 18 & Permit# 81-135 (— Acres Vested (Acres disturbed prior to January 1, 1976) r Acres on Federal Lands: & Pennit/ID # I- 14. ON."C. $ 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 f State of Cawwnla •DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION NtnANINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- M2 Page 3 15. COMMODITIES AND PRODUCTION PRODUCTION INFORMATION IS PROPRIETARY AND WON BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL PURSUANT TO' �M1WO I sCt%lYlf t9 r $ 'N 6UU.RE9 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.. iROM(EJ(tilb.(T'............................................. B. REPORTING FEE......... iFRflhlc.. I N ............................................. GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(B), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE .16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) _ $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) S 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number. ( 530 ) 533-4645 1 certify that the Information submitted herein is complete and accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result In an administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code S ction 2 4.1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER DATE lle�r TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mail annual report, reporting fee, ,gold and silver fee andIASL required attachments to: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to StateCopy to Lead Agency Copy to.Operator Check here if TOTAL PRODUCTION Category No Number Production List All Commodities (from Exhibit B) (from Exhibit B) for a Commodity Amount of Troy Production Tons Ounces Pounds A. PRIMARY COMMODITY PRODUCED BY OPERATION: Gold (Placer) 2 ? B. ALL OTHER COMMODITIES PRODUCED BY OPERATION (Include 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.. iROM(EJ(tilb.(T'............................................. B. REPORTING FEE......... iFRflhlc.. I N ............................................. GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(B), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE .16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) _ $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) S 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number. ( 530 ) 533-4645 1 certify that the Information submitted herein is complete and accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result In an administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code S ction 2 4.1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER DATE lle�r TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mail annual report, reporting fee, ,gold and silver fee andIASL required attachments to: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to StateCopy to Lead Agency Copy to.Operator State of Caf romia AI&PEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91 - RRC -2 Page 4 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State . Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator • Year: 1998 Operating Information for New Era Mine 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA 95965 Activities: 1. Finished cleaning East side of Dry Creek. 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. 5. Researched history of previous mines on the property for insight. i .rdit ice: Ronald It.. Logan 0 galattest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Kline 1 cated at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA; Permit # 81-135, from the date to ther resent. ©4 Toune Date • U U I, re C �O attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the I ew Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date S' Z to the present. Date 0 U ------...-..... I; ZX 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 6f�— to the present. ame //- - Date • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF en,Q S The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and. says: 1. My full name is f 2. I reside at y (j S 0,w ,reL Pa (xo i r le ; 3. I was born on _ �e.10 _ , 19 tP in C,l 1 ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since C / 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /9 9 ; Affidavit of O f4m S gyo h e s, Page 2 of 3 t 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 gand 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: Q �'( and Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Devic ► s NVQ �e s 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 am e: 1/7n S �ir�� ljuc, kies 3 Date: I -Z 7- d 8 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' 4`1 U) ; 2. I reside at 7 x7 (9 o 1-7— L) 3. I was born on "' 1��, 19 inZd )PA' ; )W/C1 �, r� 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 E 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1776 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since % r1 U Affidavit of �11C�ije) gv 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 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: /) �. __ _ a Ic- 0 Affiant's Initials ; and Affidavit of �.i C �, LL 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. 0 • M. Name Date: � a D—` V 9"r- Witnessed By:��� Name:a„ Date: /— 2,2- — D g Affiant's Initials ' . STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Kevin P. McDonnell The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is KEv ► It P M c D Ont lV ELi— ; 2. I reside at ` c6 `1 i6 (-,A M w oo v QV ; 3. 1 was born on b► 24 , 19 SS in VAtJ coo qMZ- W A SO _, 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by, Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in;their sole discretion; 6. 1 am employed as a EC.F E un t2 l o u Mb 7. 1 have known Ronald R. Logan personally since U'4.n1 1 R Z ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since -Xyru 14 65 ; • Affidavit of K2VtN JL� Onmkjo.A_ Page 2 of 3 S 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: = -Hthus 6e- er t M±e- �NST2vcf10�[ AND of 4 CookQle" 121AIV4S "D ltW-Pep A U t LD EQ 112pt ►M(--tyfi Fro Q #{+ a FI RADE RoN L,oGAN L2t c t wT-aA-tW -n+g wi m%wG •p!xoc ' -5 to bKA" ;and •op trra Locitl nat&' Boms Aw v -rt+unrz r'awt.t4s . r µqv PanlNer� AND St,U tGjrV ?V4e%LG' rA1►Ny ?1vMES A 4&142 SiNcE l9$$, Affiant's Initials 4. �J Affidavit of KEV t O M CLD OPJMO . 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: MdT7VNtV LW1 -c— Date: 6/ - Witnesse y: Name:—MZ4g:f-A 1 L )LA L� Date: "?!1 04� Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 'The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is LS- 2. 1 reside at�)"�;V/ 3. 1 was born on — in , 4. 1 am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as - 6`p . erators soperators 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 Ini f . 6. I am employe 4yjjjaL__'&j4r� 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since ; 8. I have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and various friends discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions; 9. Michael and our friends have spoken many times to me about the Mine' and his experiences there. They specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each -statement herein that is not typewritten has been • set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to [Type text] Date: Witnessed By: Name: ()�\CgACL- 9?j V LC> CAN Date: 0o [Type text] Affiant's Ini to AFFIDAVIT OF Beth Ann T. Reykers The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says:. 1. My full name is Beth Ann T. Reykers; 2. 1 reside at 2320 Woodcrest Lane, Carson City, Nevada 897.01; 3. 1 was born on April 15, 1958 in Patchogue, New York; 4.. I'am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators in -the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; -- Affiant's Inititals 6. 1 am self-employed; 7: 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since 1985; 8: .I have heard (Michael Logan, his wife Mary and my husband discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned (Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions during the 1990's; 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. Name: Date: CL d Witnessed By: _ Name: Date: Affiant's Inititals • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) _ AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is /� '��.�/ C / ; . !y!/1. ; 2. I reside at .304 Di e Lr7�.1✓114L 2/�� /'n•� /i-'�✓ ;� / I d 3 3. I was born on 7 I , 19-Z6 in L //U I-tk. ,4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I . understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of tl a Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed asa edIZ S cam/ 4 f V 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �� ; s 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 r agents have been engaged in the following activities, which. demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: y✓►/'rte/r/I�� /,G_.til /`vim G H 4�4/ 14 Y J/2 r ; and 0 Al _ 6� e Affiant's Initials �r ; Affidavit Page 3 of 3 13. I have fally 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: / z Y Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) ' 6 ' AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: { 1. My full name is 9.o1gert ;�01/6',4 2. I reside at z 3 � � wood �,' � 1-11, 601�� l 6ArY . A/'�, ; 3. I was bornon Via ' J?' .195'.6 in pct/ f h c— eMIy Cqr 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 poc`A tell.- C74 r (),1 , ¢/,*t AIV, Cl A4 IN( 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 P? �� Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California. Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he. and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: L Aav&-. boea 7'A,° /e— � rcgx, 5 ©r 6 77,c.&y 6�,n6e zq8/ 'rX ru Zoo , J ©i Ntc) oil e4ZC-X fl` �`1� 4 ; and 4 • Affiant's Initials t• Affidavit of�r`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 -t indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. By. !� C Name: xnherr 9fYP Date: Witnessed By: C kAkA L 6 Name: Date: i. 4 • Affiant's Initials 0 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) 0 AFFIDAVIT OF • The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 1M(G�i�1 ��GIJ�I� �'aLI�IS 2. I reside at 74) f –Pt ©Juo— 3. I was born on�af C_!� , 19 min�� 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a I , o 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since fit' c� 86S ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since kr y n -s n i V tekbhl 16gW Affidavit of Ak% 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: �ec� tau t 2 4- t ►M- e 0 110 Y' Affiant's Initials ; and 0 • Affidavit ofIca2� 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:IM 1C YIDQ` n �alk Date: Witnessed By: Name: P�1C=14t,L Date: Afflant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 5 e0 r\ l_ l o y d 6a.l 1-f itf, rte The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Sean 1...10 ►ed 2. I reside at 7665 GLi inn AVertk-t- ,QrlaiN , 0- t gk;243 ; 3. I was bom on -2-5 , 195c? in CYvc.o . L_ Pr ; 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 _Inack, m; 57{- 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ) q &q ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • Affidavit of Sett-\ Lloyd as � (2. eci w� _ 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: = KOLV 2 Wd1+Gk1-__4 41e, _9'V�,► v`2. hA �,« s e 1-F ; and I • Affiant's Initials &. Affidavit of G a (lf rti Yt e Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. I* By: Name: 5' ---n I—Jo N d 6ez ((ettLn. Date: 1 % Z E/08' Witnessed By: Nam( AIffiant,s Initials i i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF co The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is o , Cd� P. cJ� '_ 2. I reside at tq l 3. I was bom on '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 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since—4q4 q4 R ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since T Affidavit of C"'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:1. 1 '6— v� _.1 U ca kn/d 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. U By: Nam Date: 1 �� Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT W The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ! i& /if%tjam! 54 AjT(S 2. I reside at �3 3 8` S o v i' In (, i I A N 3. I was born on 3-AtiUt)V1.&y i Z , 19 (,-,,3 in ��` ✓, / �G �' , 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a b.A f- 0 J i +V A 7` i C6 �7�4 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 �( • 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:. PAY t e'. 6kp) `i,1 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. By: Name: Date: f — 2 r-- o 9' Witnessed By: Name: Q �(,r (� (•U 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 �i5E q f c i4c 3 s o j ; 2. I reside at , (o 3. 1 was born on ... 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. lam employed as a T eT ;C- A- a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since I C y. !�— ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ( C , Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 is 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 9 quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 1 1C 1,10 Affiant's Initials ; and t Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • By: G ea- &(& i4c eta �`_ 8 1& ) • Name: Date: 'ZC1 Witnessed By: . Name: j�o�! bo fj Date: / old, c /0 E Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is r��:,v 2. I reside at -1-3 41 Z v 3. I was born on Cry t 7-- 2 j , 19.5-7 in z�:-L A 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; 0 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Z- H j3 c' E 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since /" �;'% ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 , . 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Loan and/or his agents, I Logan g � , have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood " that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; ' 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by " (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste;. and (h) y prospecting and exploratory activities; ' 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: Go % geeil vi 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: L�/� Name:r� Date: Witnessed By: Name: LI il.l 1!'16 Date: /La i doe Affiant's Initials e . At. WELDING SUPPLY 3s7 E. Park Ave. BOB'BERG ER 2013 Lincoln Blvd. pp Box 2166 Cell (530) 570-8494 proville, CA 95965 Chico, CA 95928 rberger@mlbwelding•com ph, (530) 534-6556 342-3589 www.mjbweld!n9-c0m Ph. (530) m�N� FAX (530) 342-1715 ® Miller. Cil°g AIR oO PRWG � YROfElLIORLLUR LOMIR[LLORL camTl+flmv�8� r n U L� STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name ist`\ 2. I reside at 35 7 CF. Pa r k Aai.e— CWc o ``t zS ; 3. I was born on r , 19 16 1 in a A ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a J (� �, Lk kg Sv 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since g S 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �5 . is Affidavitof r �-- S • �2r� Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: V2t �tnq ocw6sNla..& -A *wo5 rCa_ W c0 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R.. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being • conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant's Initials ?A I3 is • Affidavit ofr-�-- .Page 3 of 4 l mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ; and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By:i Name: « l' Date: Witnessed By: Name: Affiant's Initials 7 Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 • Date: • Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT C OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at ���i �'% l.�T 7 �L% 1 11JEr1/ll IM , c)4 • ; 3. I was born on , 19_51 in b4QrY1�- ; 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 ,e a l Melzil J -/JO— • 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 3 3111$ 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with • Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since S ; • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At- all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • ng of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) .dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: and • Affiant's Initials 644a.— Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe, each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. By: Name: Date: ZU Witnessed B 6. U / N -1-J.y. r Name: Jt4,d Date: "c2, 7 - X • 1 r Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF �AUL�h wt n The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is \, A)S 1� i\a Y ; 2. I reside at 3. I was bornon GkLA, 19ct I in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, 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*a I061 ti 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since irN bf` h I n OO) ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Y\) bl A) I 0 `" 1 I • Affidavitof 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\) \rY-Al(Yv fiV I _. A til►ii[1C�[�:� Affiant's Initials M Affidavit of M'} " ) Page 3 of 3 is 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • • �., 11 Y. Name: 1 M%1`rii . n I Date: 1 i Witnessed By: Name: C JL 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 //aid ice_' 3. I was born on 19,!%L 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 l_- WAIT— , 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since /Q ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /Q89 _ • ' i Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful 4. 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:ice+„7Q Ld_ Affiant's Initials Affidavit of MAiall M, Page 3 of 3 LJ 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. 0 L� Witnessed By: Nam( Date: i 12-9 2COO Affiant's Initials 40 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 J LI STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1 r, 1. My full name is 4-eorq& (.�.'. JG�•f f'� - n 2. '1 reside at Fr, -t G() 4 CA ; 3. I was bom on 31 193,- in C-h4co ; 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 6171r, C �i SGS M � 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since. 8. I have engaged / in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his 40 agents regularly since / �� i . l Affidavit of 16tU) & • 3co Page 2 of 4 • 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: S'6 l'. F 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 Affant'a Tn;t;alo Affidavit of I e cj J C Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: `V L 11L PuW ro- P ' h4-5i's and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: _ Name: Date: • Witnessed By: Name 1/30 / o8 Affiant's Initials 1 Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 Date: Affiant's Initials j'�I✓ • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: (• I . My full name is 2. I reside at C1k--1 c z , CA, ; 3. I was born on _ 19,,," in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a C Q U s- eq— ' �Lus (L 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since r % F 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his • agents regularly since _/9 / ? ; Affidavit of 'g -C) mj�-s Page 2 of 4 • 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: &tw cm - 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being • conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by! (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant's Initials ��> • Affidavit ofC-,csn .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: C.'� �;.ALXf �e LY) v� u S� SIA , [ C�1� ���— E"V1;�1a1/'1 �'L i,�l� W3 �7cl..L J(1„L�... �;-�(• -�, /;tea` � �r 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: 91�� Name: l� Date: /, -L5-- 6 C Witnessed By: • Name: C a,�� Aff ant's Initials • • Affidavit of �--,C �- Page 4 of 4 Date: Affiant's Initial U-4 csm CHICO SCRRP METRI, Inc. George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro hwy. Durham, CH 95938 Phone: (530) 345-6241 Fax: (530) 345-6025 " y George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CH 95928 Phone: (530) 343-7166 Fax: (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRRP R(ETHL, Inc. Demolition Contractor CR Uc. no. 812871 Resale: SRRH62875345 • U Mary King (530)342-6491 mekng@comcast.net fax (530)342-0233 BI -RITE STEEL ti FABRICATION CO. 2209 PARKAVENUE ��CHICO, CA. 95928 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF -- The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: The 1. My full name is 2. I reside at ' ► i� �tC.�: C -o' (:7" 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 CE_ 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since (�� L Affidavit of���- Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: E 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 ascodified 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 is (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant's Initialsm�l 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: Name: Date: ITS t�1 Witnessed By: Name: —L U 1 �0 203 Affiant's Initials g • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: c L My full name is V ; 2. I reside at L41A V A9f. A 1 3:. I was born onIIA - 19 in ; 4.. I am preparing this affid it at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald;R. Log r his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �5; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �� • Affidavit of LN Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) musing by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) . prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous ETr 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: N Date: Affiant's lnitiaW", • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My fu11 name is—u- 2. s 2. I reside at I `r.(D ry PAM W4 *61 CAA,Un _� q A� ; t � 3. I was born on J a'�. o , 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 j GI; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since k 15 1 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since _ _ q Lj U Affidavit of�?fQ,4tC_e_ Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third parry; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, -states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to .an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: and Affiant's Initials ,p VAe_A�r Affidavit of \-� ie' -S Ct-" 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: (� N Date: 1r,10 - Of Affiant's Initials' STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Nl C_/�i�C� L/ y✓ L ©�/3/� p 2. I reside at 1 Z,O l'`I t {`�-%'► • ¢- G%i / CD q 5 c� D ; 3. I was born on OGTO I dZ 7, 19 5S in C Gl (CO J CAL11 F, ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. 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. Iamemployed asa UN%E-2.G20Vy1� AlIxJC�y 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 I RTI+ ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of Q HY4 r --L RAW 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 h1 E L ✓a A -r zwL M � oft S y' �FI� 7"fl£ H (Gt1 A G . � R � T Ry� 2©-� �rl►1ES �JE22`� �� O hV� -S� .srNX ate, N(� j t) w-ru,ec p, and f.Yf*q K►ND Or O*t& A R C'DJo y 5Y5TVY] ti W YOF-O 4-rAl6�'W Mlox "�bA-T,5oM� FORM OF-M)NIN6 HAVE W?J 4APPV,1106,.,.. t-WM AIW 54MFV,sTDO riRsr��s a�ov�YoP��oxs Affiant's Initials 0 • Affidavit of Mjrl,- t Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been, set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. t By: 4""' Name: Y Lp . Date: b 3 [ 2COO Witnessed By: Name: ��� Nd /C, G1al Date: Affiant's Initials fAV-L- • �J • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: L My full name is VA; 2. I reside at \ , I ; 3. I was born on 5'C- 012, , 19_-J�- in Sa , 'a ' -P PVA ; 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_ 2" p 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ti<2 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ) 9 ') 2 ; Affidavit of O2a iA_ 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: M144 e�R h�5s k2li t r p h m n-�-M si�Yn �e v"��V ; and • Affiant's Initial Affidavit of e l/L6 4 a 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: 1— 3 O - O Witnessed By: 1 Date: 3d Affiant's Initialls . I STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 417A � CA Lon- CAV) 13 0 ' The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposers and says: 8 1 1. My full name is 0-1 n e 2. I reside at 3. I was born on.1 kC,. , 19 3 i in CKD,)1 C A ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his 0 agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as azQ6&fQa 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �l i 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with �i c'�n Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ; Affidavit of d LO Page 2 of 3. E 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: Y`Q��. W4 -y" 4�.2 a a� i� 'up �-N�✓l 3 �,rws rxx�.� . �e w-te� W. -.e -I—tIa„-t 6- nA 0 KA.� ej- VV a Ro " O s Vk. v -t UC Y? ; and. f1.��CcQI413A-"4 - wj� a�1 ✓1nt,n1 d�Gw� a1tve,. MSI pl �- V S O -q ✓vm,' Z6- C` W6 T -,k ) vim- . Mtiv�-t Afflant's Initials 4L Affidavit of VL p q Page 3 of 3 r 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • Name Date: ► — '6 0 — Qy'= Witnessed By: Name: �aiV7 Date: Q,e> Affiant's Initials 4L • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT The undersigned, 1. My full na 8 2. I reside at t LI) JVVQ&, �t.e\�,- \\-t 3. I wasbornon-Ime 12(-z 19—q0 in V r0vLVP 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 D Creek Road Oroville California 95965• D' � , , 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 -O\\ vwe Gv�j k<<� 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 �� �'�( ►� ; • 1 �`1� Affidavit of L\ J�1._- 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 11 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: \VC,e Z Can femV VYN\ T- INpi VAa\Je WexV�ed1 C,C9V1'�1r1-W \ o on 1 V pt. �--rn, ..M.,s,nn _ ujyze ; and Affiant's Initials, ]LUPAffidavit 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 W (J�2 �. �l L✓1 l� Name: G� Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE AFFIDAVIT M The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3. I was bornon —Aop' , `� _ ,26, 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 17� ; 8. 1 have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 01 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; 7 L - 10. 1 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; 'T -L. 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 01 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and 0 quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; TL 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: ho U.e !.,en Affiant's Initials 7,� 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. i By: or Name:`P (~P�S►A Fel' -Ll /l] Date: Witnessed By: 1e— Name: Date: % _3 6 A v Affiant's Initials TL • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF Qnw LU VM' The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3. 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 % Bkzmo Ma e Q 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 21 , 1 gog. �e 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • • Affidavit of Pnnn Lte-1w Page 2 of 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; L 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; fl L 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have,known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: I +Rr1c1 i e � t ,`rim .�,n&Vkss AP4.s c k- (n� fu Affiant's Initials Affidavit of lI P,%9R f Page 3 of 3 •. 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. �.—. By: Name: Date: F op, • Witnessed By: Name: Date:—-0� STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). The undersigned, being duly 1 My full name is 2. - I reside at 3. I was born AFFIDAVIT OF E E 8 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the. California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald. R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 6e [Q H 7. 1 have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I haveunderstood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; Ulf L_ 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and 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; (iV �^- 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ��I/ �` Affiant's Initials is Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: y c Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name:jA-peC Date: r] • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ; 2. I reside at 3. I was born on 19_ICT-in CAN1 C r) 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 Mcc) cc 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 3 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since . q' • Affidavit of ex�A Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or. leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period. in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: I 4zt� CO -- Affiant's Initia Affidavit of C Zeela 4,D 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 B A Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF A�cOu fl . Lac,, N eY16eX�n The undersigned,. being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 1 I \O ex ; 3. I was born on 19—zin CCo\s,& . ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and 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 �tpv, Vjt�e, 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since A-�h k z' ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �ov�C` re.YY1�YVlw•�1� ; S �nb�-�w eeve Li JM to o -F Affidavit of kcA Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; mining by the auger method; ( dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; andj2f� 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: reYVe,e—r i t:j� ✓1 i V i "\-G ir via 01P �; and •P r KV��A 60VO&A s Initials ._Y_ 1�n,l�l...�� �Qo�l.e, oa Q ►� \.`3P r� ,r,., ,... _t. _ /' � _ _ : _ � I t _ _ _ . \ 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. • n U By: Name Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials �'