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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNEW ERA MINE 1999 ATTATCHMENT TTMt I 7y "A 41;1 » c2°.' ,".E Sr ` ,� r a `s i; '�+, ' F} i:fffi� f7s.r,v,�,,Y "tory e`y._,,.{hki?�t J3�0F aj� i'ia b ``�' +r < 'f ♦. s. � i� �"Y� r�'x` . � � �f���. f i'�r s . � � *�,Mz.T•i1�4�KF'Y .��� ��� �PFi ci nrM 'f %"'+Yt.i.�e�L��J ��:¢a.fi��, ,,,;-kS'iy ��1, 'i ,J,n �ek3++YP3t klT s'ay s 1, `.�is'i1����.�;3 � .Z �`-t't`�x,`•i.�#fi�'u'3ie'm z t .�,, x '.w-:�'- : t t ` ,�-.i.s:ua'.��a`t� . ,li,�nt .�s)�z4�� O °u VA i� ATTACHMENT I I State of calnomia DEPARTMENT 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 Logan Ronald J. Logan ( 530) 533-4645 Street Address/P.O. Box No. City State2lP Code/County 4095 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville CA/95965/Butte 2. Designated Agent's Name (individual. must reside in CA) Mailing Address N/A Ctty 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 A Logan (530) 5334645 Mailing Address (this address will be used to send next year's report form) 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City Oroville State/ZIP Code Country (If other than U.S.A.) CA/95965 Was this operation purchased by you during reporting year? Was this operation sold by you during reporting year? r Yes. If yes, date of purchase fX No. F Yes. If yes, date of sale No. 4. Landowner Ronald P Cogan & Betty Logan Assessor's Parcel # 41-08-27 Mailing Address Telephone - 4095 Dry Creek Rd. ( 530 ) 533-4645 City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Country (If other than U.S.A.) �•-.-.�.. v 1 R0 v NDN i r is I 91vV i CJ%r% Ir( .E1EC:,FC>o7?QNtYal . r: Newly Permitted -Not yet in operation. Date Permitted U/t Z Active. r: Idle (as defined In Public Resources Code Section 2727.1). Complete the following: Date operation became idle (— Copy of Approved Interim Management Plan attached. (- Interim Management Plan pending with Lead Agency. (— Closed with no intent to resume. Date mining ceased Closed --reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. Date mining ceased Ori a 6. Status of Reclamation Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR C`IiE �1fQ1�; Reclamation not started: r Reclamation in progress (attach updated reclamation plan map indicating progress). r Reclamatlon certified complete by Lead Agency.> �E' �. .I x Reclamation certified complete on (Date). Rnanclal Assurances released on (Date). DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator State of ci lftnla DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION R CA MINEID# 9�.- I MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT G2 Page 2 7. r'. Yes jSC No Inspection completed by Lead Agency during the reporting year. tf yes, attach a copy of the Surface Mining Inspection Report (MF N.C. f7 N.C. ,1). If inspection report is not attached, please explain on Page 4. 8A. SMARA Lead Agency (city OR county ONLY) Butte County 8B. Reclamation Pian Status E r: No Plan (j( Approved on (date). Attach copy with amendments, conditions, and PROOF of approval. 18 Number of acres subject to Reclamation Plan (- Pending. Submitted to Lead Agency on(date). ,� ° 1.Q ^ t r r On Appeal. Submitted to SMGB on (date). 9• rg• Yes: Financial Assurances approved by Lead Agency.gT11gC p§ �`A .k00j x.IKP t Complete below for approved Financial Assurances: W nrvum Kemew E)#mtlon Date or Amwrd Type Date Posted by LOW Aqwxnew y Real Date (U applkade) 3,000.00 Perf. Bond r No: Financial Assurances NOT approved by Lead Agency. F; Financial Assurances pending with Lead Agency. Submitted on (date) ". r . IF APPLICABLE, INFORMATION REQUIRED IN ITEMS 10 THROUGH 13 MUST BE PROVIDED FOR EACH SEPARATE PLOT N.C. 10. ATTACH NAMED U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY MAP —7.5' OR 15' QUAD—SHOWING BOUNDARIES OF MINING OPERATION Latitude Longitude— Section—Township--Range—Base Meridian Quad Name County 3Q0'UZ o3,S'5�/ WO -75'4177-14) 1-21N-3E-M.D.M Oroville Butte r 11. T Codes of Mining Operation N.C. Yl� O 9 Pe ..§�� .E1CF1! A .,,fir.•°.:��YPE, 12. DISTURBED ACREAGE W� 1. Approximate disturbed acreage at beginning of .. (This figure should match the figure from item 12, line 5 on your 2005 annual report. If It does not match, please explain on Page 4.) 2, Approximate acreage disturbed during 3; (ADD LINE 1 TO LINE 2) 4, Approximate disturbed acreage reclaimed during 5, 0 (SUBTRACT UNE 4 FROM UNE 3) Approximate disturbed acreage remaining at end of 13. . e r izrit; N.0 g Acres Permitted: 18 & Permit * 81-135 r Acres Vested (Acres disturbed prior to January 1, 1976) r: Acres on Federal Lands: & PermittlD $ 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 State of California 0DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION 1 MINING. OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT M2 Page 3 CA MINEID# 91- 15. COMMODITIES AND PRODUCTION PRODUCTION INFORMATION IS PROPRIETARY AND MilAO i� `._. iAiSU:rtE WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCE CODE SECTION 2207(9) 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(8) BELOW. A. PRODUCTION CODE ..4ke'M Hlk is B. REPORTING FEE......... GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(8), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X (:5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. 31LVER FEE (. Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) = $ . 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. 3UBAAITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Loaan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek.Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number ( 530 ) 533-4645 I certify that the Information submitted herein is complete and accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result in an administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code Section 2774.1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER:§PtE2id-WDATE A/17 TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mall annual report, reporting fee, gold and silver fee and A.LL required attachments to: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy. to Operator Check here if TOTAL PRODUCTION Category No Number Production List All Commodities (from Exhibit B) (from Exhibit B) for a Commodity Amount of Troy Production Tons Ounces Pounds A. PRIMARY COMMODITY PRODUCED BY OPERATION: Gold (Placer) 2 ? . B. ALL OTHER COMMODITIES PRODUCED BY OPERATION (include any production al 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(8) BELOW. A. PRODUCTION CODE ..4ke'M Hlk is B. REPORTING FEE......... GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(8), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X (:5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. 31LVER FEE (. Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) = $ . 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. 3UBAAITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Loaan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek.Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number ( 530 ) 533-4645 I certify that the Information submitted herein is complete and accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result in an administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code Section 2774.1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER:§PtE2id-WDATE A/17 TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mall annual report, reporting fee, gold and silver fee and A.LL required attachments to: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy. to Operator State. of Carrfomla 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 • Operating Information for New Era Mine 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA 95965 Year: 1999 Activities: 1. Testing various methods of recovery of fine gold. 2. Continued running smaller mill to run high grade ore. Expanded hopper and reinforced trommel. 3. Traded used equipment for Gold Wheel to process concentrates. 4. Maintained roads around site. 5. Worked underground in old mine tunnel high grading ore from bedrock. 6. General maintenance on all equipment and grounds west of Dry Creek. onald �, Logan attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual opera ion of the New Era9vbne located at 4095 D Creek Rd. Dry , O r oville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date to the .present. e Dat • • I, �� , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the dates (', to the present. Nao Date • I, L o g o,n (y 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 M7 to the present. Logmn Gruubtror 11-07-07 Name Date • 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. 3-Zo� Mia 1 Logan ♦ . t' I, Dick Hughes, attest-io 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 dais . v �- Z to the present. wwnvwlp- W" �Dick Hughes a, 0 I-i3,-�� 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- 1 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 t 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. AFFIDAVIT solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Betty J. Logan, reside at 2156 Dennis Ray Ave. N.E., Keizer, OR, 97303. 2. Ronald R. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A.P.# 41-08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California. 3. I, Ronald R. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from the Roy's on July 5th, 1977 4. During all times relevant to the mining operation on the Property we were granted permits and inspections which were in cooperation with Gayland Taylor, Fish and Game Warden, California Fish and Game Department. 5. On June12, 1982 1 accompanied my husband to the office of Bettye Kircher, Director of Planning, Butte County Planning Commission, 7 County Center Drive in Oroville, California. 6. 1 agreed, along with my husband, to have a 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. C� Betty 01 0 0 CIAL S. L KIIV{.IRifllf M(" NOTAAy PUBLIC - OREGON GwOSION NO.418 09 NN cWU SSION EXPIRES JUNE 18, 2011 Subscribed and sworn to before me this �day of J2AUaM 20� Notary Signatuffe Notary public in and for the County ofQ/1 And the state of attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine 1 cated at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA; Permit # 81-135, from the date to ther resent. I, re C �O f , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the ew Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date % r &Z to the present. Omi.�� / r • 0 It -11- U 7 Date I; /hZX4AI attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81=135, from the date_ to the present. darne�/ • 0 //— — Date • STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Kevin P. McDonnell The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is KEV 11\1 c -D c)m 1% igw ; 2. I reside at `i%46 &AM woo V 1_.I4 ; 3. I was born on bl 24 —,19 SS in FFNc�o - Id�ASµ 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by: Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in;their sole discretion; 6. I am employed asa S Ec.F Ir "t210 9 Eb 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since Up►N 11M5 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with is Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since -T" Ig 65 ; Affidavit of KewtN (�A <_Qo►vtua.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: = •H AuE: -)e4M -nts �yl S't'2vc�ri o -c AN D dDe Z4tt flK or- 4 Cao we Q l ets 12W14+5 Aft D ('tg'LPep Rutin eaukptv►1e3Nt-F,o2 #'t+C FIFI-q, Z gAue s -t�1 'QoN L.oG u '11+g wi NqV G -PR -O«55 tO kKA" ;and • 0P tK12 LOCOJ net&WBOrrs ANP -Tj+L,rL F'Arwt.tys PaNNep AND SI.0 tGLV 'f toezzt� ►NAN� ?t►^�eE'S •A y�19-2 S�Nce= l9 $S, Affiarit's Initials - Affidavit of 4EV I M cD OPJMUO'l Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: ZEN MG�oNrU G'�-1— Date: Witnessed�y: Name:—MZ4,t!:fA \ a a� Date: Affiant's Initials 4eL��/ - STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF (� es The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: ,, 1. My full name is "f l 2. I reside at 00 0 r W44 3. I was born on J "1��, 19 ;U in i 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning _Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental :authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as ak 62 4� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since . 1-77 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since %F z; • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) W COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF De -,,,Q;5 gvP.,S The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and. says: 1. My full name is 'De 4� I 15 I A e d Ht in 10 -e5- 2. 0 -e5 2. I reside at H I I S- 'L) -,-w (' e- LX16 r IG ; 3. I was born on -Fe—io 19 % in cy) 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a C' I JC if W 12 In (I e [1 7 f 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ; 8: I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • • Affidavit of Dfm S 1tVo �t G'S Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: Affiant's Initials ; and Affidavit of NAA ► s Nol �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. • • Date: I— Z % — d 8 Witnessed By: I r'� � / . e�� Name: �i'aH k &a )a11d Date: I - 2'2-- - d$ Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: ` 1. My full name is /' 4L 2. 1 reside at 'eea 101 3. 1 was born on — in •, 4. 1 am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators in the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5.: 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to aYy 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; ' i Affiant's Init -7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since 8. 1 have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and various friends discuss the New Era Mine ` in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned M' ichael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions; 9. Michael and our friends have spoken many times to me about the Mine and, his experiences there. They specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been • set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to [Type text] Date: Witnessed By: Name: jY\\C9A L— UO C 1%N Date: DO [Type text] Affiant's Ini tal • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Beth Ann T. Revkers The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Beth Ann T. Revkers; • 2:, . I reside at 2320 Woodcrest Lane, Carson City, Nevada 897.01; 3. I 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. .1 have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and my husband discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. 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 F experiences there. He specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been • set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By. Name: &r I e Date:((, / CP 3 Ud 0 Witnessed By: _ Name: Date: Affiant's Inititals STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF i The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is /C C S A1-mM A1- ; 2. I reside at 304 0/- e CL7 ,�/l L �� �rv.y /�✓ 3. I was bornon V , / , 19v1Q in , 6 /Co /(/t/. ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of Te 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 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /� f Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood f that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Loganand/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:/&V45;✓e G �/ �� Y �,✓ I/IZ r - — ; and Al (/ / Dti 5>A Tc re4 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. • r . n w By. Namc Date: Witnessed By: Name: Date: ' Affiant's Initials f i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 9,,0bert ���� �V %5 ��► 2. I reside at �-3 v✓ood 5�'� t' G-�r , Ca�S�? C"? -Y 3. I was born on (fie " J?" , 19,56 in n2arb l 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as ara i't t''f/` "r (% ! Q/o Z� `QedtO , I/v 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since /y?/ ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 0 Affidavit of Xd o&rr7" 17gyA_-r5 Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R: Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2; Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and. disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he. and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: Z- tiuu<_e,.. bow 7-Ae /'e_ ,Erox, 5©r' 6 1181 rA ry 2&0� �a�. 7i'�t� U1a�j 5©�tC� G��'�1� ©� d►1 c'vt lE �� cc.G�"Gr�(�� I and • Affiant's Initials Affidavit of�ryt-°r7 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: xcbn,,r ;'& ker% R r _ Date: —64 Witnessed By:Ac k A L L iv- L. 0 6 r'• &AJ - Name: xA- ;4-c7� -,1 Date: , _ Z L • R • Affiant's Initials K?— • 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 70 $q7o 3. I was born on al Q , 19 6Z)in T„oA C.t-� _-F-O 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a5-�-�� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since Ct86S ; 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 agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 5 T%o �Em s 1 fl Q�& Al A E 1'e_ VSO LKS 2 OV- h –TLP F,-'e— X�av�s L 4�,OC- YIA- 40 40 Affiant's Initials ;and . . a Affidavit of ca2� 2y lS Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise a indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: �CYI ��I �a UK Date: Witnessed By: Name: IW�C� A -CL "42 Date: Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Se -cm l_..l o l d 6a..1 l -e The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Sear \ Uo ►ed G« l l e r%+ i rte ; 2. I reside at 7665 G&kl q /�uer�►.� , �rlGtr,rl . (? Ar %Gg43 3. I was born on Dece-v Jbe - , 1955_ in GYvco 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 hA ac ► m; 5`t - 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 -+ ke q yQ 11 ; Affidavit ofe- .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 operaied 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: Kacve, Wd,+CkIa 4,e, r k � ►,,: , r.� hacv�c pan n eJ a.nd 5 j g ceA � _Yn,1 Y`Q. )OA 14 5,-- (-�' ; and Affiant's Initials ti - Affidavit of Se0.r1 1—toKct Ga (Le rd ne 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: Sl,z-p bo N d 6t cc. ((arc 1�in Date: Z 8 (0 8' Witnessed By: Nam( Date: t� X00 J Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 0 BVI AQ ; 2.. I reside at C ' _ L,-ILi6 e 3. I was born on , 19_= 7q m it ' i Ile J 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or'court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a A P, tZA, L J 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since g ; is 'I Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 . 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third 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: • 6%L Uy�'C C� iC,a - l�YI e -'f- 9- 4© Affiant's Initials `� JD& • .i r 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. r !1� l� By: c�, Date: Witnessed By: Nam( Date: 01 262-.Q o o Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is �A&llz;!fP4 /tA�) To S 2. I reside at �3 3 8' S o v 3. I was born on SAtiyvA.A- j 1 •L , 19(,23 in (`)%L-,` ✓ r l ��` CAI 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 +V1 �i' 7' G A I c D S14 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:. )k it 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: 1— 2 r- o 9 Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: a� . 1. My full name is �i5 E n . Q � C— dl 3 , a ) ; 2. I reside at 2, 3. 1 was born on 193 (1 in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and • located at 4095 Dry. Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Te— t 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since [ �. 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since q ; { Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 • 9. A all At tunes in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2; Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production .and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: r- - �C /L ; 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: e-a- Name: "Z:1-� • Date: Witnessed By: ` Name: P kC4 Lwevo Date: ' T Aff ant's Initials - t STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) i ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at -S"-341Z- L/l?,g/ 3. I was born on Cry t % 2 j , 19 S-7 in z�:-L % L) 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and • located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each iri their sole discretion. 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 19 91 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9., At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: b-1 149es�z , ✓c q 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: i Witnessed By: Name: Date: l' d ilo a • Affiant's Initials • 9 WELDING SUPPLY BOB BERGER 357 E. Park Ave. Vice Presldent 20131 Lincoln Blvd. P.0 Box 2166 Cell (530) 570-8494 Orovi1, CA 95965 Chico, CA 95928 rberger@mlbwelding.com ph, (530) 534-6556 Ph , (530) 342-3589 www.mjbwelding.com Tp�INLE FAX (530) 342-1715 ®Miller. L�IngerfollRand. PNOPEEEIONIL IIP CONPPEIEOPE A STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF f ( The undersigned, being duly sworn; deposes and says: ,1. My full name is bp_f \ J ; 2. I reside at 35'7 C , f �r k &.p— (::�Wc. v 3. I was born on4�r , 19 &P I 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 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since g5 Affidavit of Q. r -E— S . iBer!R) Page 2 of 4 • 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: in y e_cr Vl%.Ata_&+ -A 1.%,&o5 _rica \ G G SP_ S C Cfl 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 1? t3 Affidavit of -�— �) . F, !'u T 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: ,I ;and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By:i Name: Date: r Witnessed By: ti ice, Name: Affiant's Initials _✓% Affidavit of J a e.ex Page 4 of 4 • Date: • • Affiant's Initials _� r� STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: y .. 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 3. I was born on , 19� in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any'or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 1.e6t'-vJ: M lzi J=/u(2o 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since J-�- --:33 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 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 • y. 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 Name: J(/- Date: ti Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF e The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: I . My full name is �j\&\3 y �t ; 2. I reside at 3. I was born on dk�A 19CA 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 GN to -o I(�� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since'W)6k j n 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the �,gNew Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since m\I b1 YOU 1 o "1I i Affidavit of AQ�Jf� j ' � . WOO 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 Y8 \(V �Q;l( �/ vP) Vn L Vnn �nP . IA I.hUPr i, -�,,v-,r e t 1.0/71 Affiant's Initials Mt 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: 11aXA Name: CAn Date: U 1 gio' ,200 q5 • r Witnessed By: Name: ti C JL Date: Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 11A 1A) 3. I was born on 19, in a)aFA[.p w,q ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his is' agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a AaT 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with • Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • Affidavit of Zn LO Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:��Q n- Affiant's Initials A�A Affidavit of MAjell 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: e Name:AA- X- IIW� Dat Q Witnessed By: Nam( t Date: I q /g Affiant's Initials CHICO SCRAP METAL George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CA 95938 (530) 345-6241 FAX (530) 345-6025 Resale 4t SRKH828750345 George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CA 95928 (530)343-7166 FAX (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRAP METAL, INC. Demolition Contractor CA Lic. No. 812871 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 0. The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: ss 11 r, 1. My full -name is - (C, 2. I reside at tz)i' CA 3. I was born on 1(: 31 1931 in C -h,( o 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each, of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R.. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a d W rUK 0 C {1,((�� ;•{ � � � 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since lCI yy 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since / �� .-t Affidavit of XPi & (,(�yC� . Page 2 of 4 i 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: Of d SSar G-., -�C.66,9 W,.W s :y tt� Oh- I1�1.1 ✓LI �'l..0 �o� eG� SCG �i �i fl CS . H 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being • conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such - business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the' public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant'e Tnitiole �' • r� Affidavit of Ge-ey.?i-e' 0 SC - 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: Witnessed By: Name 1/30 / 0$ 1 - Affant's Initials t. _ Affidavit of ul f (,i,�, 5tJ j' Page 4 of 4 • f Date: n csm CHICC SCRRP METR L, inc. George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CH 95938 Phone: (530) 345-6241 Fax: (530) 345-6025 George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CR 95928 Phone: (530) 343-7166 ' Fax: (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRRP RIETRL, inn. Demolition Contractor CR Uc. no. 812871 Resale 4 SRKHB2875345 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) , COUNTY OF BUTTE ) 4 AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 6 �-o x6 l"-� 2. I reside at C^J t Z7(-4 kIG- C.Wt c-,� 3. I was born on � _ 19,tj�j in, 144 d 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 ay+7 .+C U y'eq-�;� /-L.S� (L 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �J % 8. I have engaged in business trnsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his _ agents regularly since /97? �J Affidavit of es'ty� Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: � kUJ,^, LO 09 l.) -A�D :-q,VR_ ! aJ c, G -,s J P o A 0 QLN LAJ 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 I IQ Affiant's Initials ��V • Affidavit ofC—() �c iw-r-Z 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: 4 nr c C,—\Q .wLw 14Ua So Ln U S O) Z _ .4c 1nJ t A , NI JA -t' 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. 9\2��By: Name: l,� Date: % — Z5j — C � Witnessed By: • Name: C (/ Z&Y Affiant's Initials 7 • Affidavit of C -,ca cr t� Sc zT" A Page 4 of 4 Date: Affiant's Initial k4 FABRICATION CO. 2209 PARKA VENUE �CHICO, CA. 95928 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) • COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF CY The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: r 1. My full name is ' 2. I reside at l ` �, ' ► i� �fC.� I Cos, C F15c s �1 3. I was born on , 19 �- in --- ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his Yagents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; - 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a C�--. 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ; 8. I have engaged in business tr•,P.nsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since E Affidavit of Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: *' dc) o� � c�r, rrie 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 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant's Initialsmi �l Affidavit of .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 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: O J L Witnessed By: • Name: _ L 0 IC 20t -t Affiant's Initials • 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: C L My full name is 2. I reside at l a Q nftA 1.G LISA V A orF, M f ' 3. I was born on 19 in 4:. I am preparing this OH 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 8. I have personally witnessed and/or haveworkedthe New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ��O Affidavit of vo� Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, 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:ZaAeus �! ; 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: L.. L i Name: Date: -41 7,41 Witnessed By:,C, N Date: Affiant's InitiaS", • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: I 1. My full name is c r 2. I reside at -_ J 6 C• C , 3. I was born on J Ot� o , 19 in 5a� C- ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known. to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5.1 I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or ` his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am. employed as a 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 �, q Affidavit of r.�X\"3& ?('P�Ac-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 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: vi V� Wb P C& ml 1. ;and Affiant's Initials Affidavit of � ' C Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth .by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. s V 1 •b By: Name: Date: Witnessed By: �t� N Date: / jo - 04 • Aunt's Initials I STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Lovo Grtiubpryer The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Ldg0.\ Payl Gray6erger, ; 2. I reside at 110 mento W/ �tt 6 ( ; 3. I wasbornon Mar. Z, Z , 19q I in PA rad i s e C a 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this. Affidavit maybe 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 o r i U S f V j e h i a'} C k i t d Senior Hfwchoo1 ; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �9 99 ~ Affidavit of Lo9mr• &tMVber9ef 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: MV G r a n d P o, R 0 n Lo9an koo AtwNYS' been mining soMettiini wkej%tr it wo,S S ly i c ing yr Poanr\ in9 &\e was rninin9 and Affiants Initials L+ P• G Affidavit of Lagan G ryw b f r9 Cr 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: Lggo�n Groou6ergell Name: Lopetr► Grwar-r9Br . Date: /30108 M r Witnessed By: Date: /—,9D—PSS• Affiant's Initials L - P• 1.7, _ STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 4111 C. JJ 46: L. A2 S✓ L © C/3/,V2 p 2. I reside at 2,O c.AJ q4 -k- 3. Iwas born on ©CTO 7, 19 JS in C, QAUF, ; 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 Q jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a unl� �t2.� 2�u � AM ►Xl CP 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 �� �.0 �� ,/� SC Affidavit of E-1— %Z/q CiV 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 714�4-I V� "`r ir__ �✓I.y7�' TW AIA 4_450 PW t& ftR�� ,59e -M 1G H (GHgA G `a)?f- T RUAJ 2©fT(tkK5 29ZY Yle�4tT OAV6 kL:49 Iia �N(4tjL)W1" veep, Cv a 6W _D ; and or � 4Y,-N6L-1eM MlaF AAs 6r'�l NO `1�M�'Cb S�M� Fowv� OPM,NING HAVE ?J 4A PPE k3lA16. •,.. r-wm AOA ON 54*v-S Tao rIR5C(_46 51 WD 4612Y 0F<*k770NS 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. F - By: Name: MI t/ OT Y -CO Date: b Witnessed By: ,. Name: If" (Ouq Nd /Q �u- Date: • .• STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: L. My full name 2. I reside at . i ; 3. I was born on _ �'- C, '19— in 1•P Wk- ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as ae �� p 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since jam <2 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 19 7 2 ; r • ' Affidavit of OQG' 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: Myr 42 _as 10 2 A r— r M 1", Ze1ia Ile Le y n w i h i naen u Sat_ ;and Affiant's IniC Affidavit of e Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: 11 Name: Date: 1— 3 O Witnessed By: NwrgaK Date: L • Affiant's Initial t STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF 417A � CA LOCI- 6i V) 3 0 - The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 8 1 1. My full name is O ` ` tV CLl Lo 2. I reside at -t—C w a y 3. I was born on zy— C,. 9 , 19 31 in (xpyy 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his 0 agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a _ QD 6&fQ P� 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 A cI 5 i • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article.2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; () 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: hQ�}Q Wi �V�SS ,,14 t � es KI v4�.C. • Affiant's Initials Affidavit of L p u 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: v Witnessed By: (low 1 01. j4e4m Name: AAZ Date: �Q - Affiant's Initials L • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) • COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF _ The undersigned, being dul s orn, depo esansa s: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at eN— 3 I was bornon . ��e 21Q. , 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 -`'A V\y\I\e 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �V ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since T uxts �►o I 11 JcJ.— Affidavit of 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: Z can cem� v►n�pec' on Mpa, �M; M 61) Qp4e m e Li-':,, ; and Aff ant'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: WO, D. Witnessed By: Name Date: :7 Affiant's Initials [7 •e = STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). ' AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is C . 3. I was born on 2 19_ in Sa Q C620(--k-Co, 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a i .Q o >> 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 r_ • Affidavit of ,95 Page 2 of 3 s i 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; 7 L, .- 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third 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; T� 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: 7—A o Q e s' e/7 �L"�'(� -e M 1-N-2 . ti 57` ff Q A)d ; 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: Name: &) Date: 1-3 —02 Witnessed By: Name Date: t I J (J A a -g. Affiant's Initials 'L `.. • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF )nnA UeZu The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3. I was born on 19t& 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 �/ I `rnQ (\(� X . e ; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since SPD, 2-1 . i qj!.e ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �Kx� bcxu kafflfikpt Affidavit of Ann A Lt . Lam, Page 2 of 3 c • • 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 9 that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining. and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to anunderground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 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: Im11Q Affiani's Initials id Affidavit ofnf 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. PL { By: OuaA Aa 1IIVqaAA Name: 19nnp L ,,'G — r Date: _ � op, Witnessed By: Name: Date: 1— 0 _—Og • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF. �. The undersigned, being duly wo , de p ses and says: 1. My full name is j 2. I reside at 3. I was born-onA _, 19 inah�'C'); 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the. California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 Y/ 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since -UL Aodccy 7/et-�L A 1/ V 1 + Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R: Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party;�- 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2; Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in • place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities;O_ _ 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: Xaa - h b4 Affiant's Initials Affidavit of C4\ -- 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: h Jae- Date- Witnessed By: Name: rqk� IL Date: �f ,�(' -0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Cac L2-9 an 2. I reside at `'' ��_���Q 3. I was born on 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer 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 �r N 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 . �q' Affidavit of eXA Le -le 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: J C('-O�C)LZ -- Affiant's Initia Affidavit of CXee7". ID Page 3 of 3 •. 13. I have1 fu ly read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. 9 By: Name Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Aff ant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Z Hencl�eX'�or� The undersigned,. being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. Ireside at MO e- ; 3. I was born on 19-b3 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 p vIL--e- u t�� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �h l�la3 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since r`b��uv eek y Affidavit of \%-e.�Y16r Page 2 of 3 0 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes .all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; 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; andjj#� 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: Cv- v \o , and . C -t rc�, pck +6C> i`T a j -u pwt vti • ��> C'VO AY� a s Initials 1oa� / 6 Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. By: Name Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials ��'�"