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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNEW ERA MINE 2002 ATTATCHMENT WWNEW ERA MINE a 2002 e!' o' o gaa °�mee` c-oo ao,eo a o woe o e ��° �. aooa oo eo a �4 o �oa a��o e° a �� o co o ° e� c o - 'vo va o 09 o m o•08� o�vg .: -r� i«'�-- •ttfp�gs� •-,:..�, s9 v . ,-t �^. r-�'- ,. �r +rte ,,.�. i, i�''�Q'� . _-e—<-*F�'an - - 'i �- :� $ i.�wt, tr:+,c _ �" i . State of CalUomla AW EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION oo' MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT MFkPC-2 Page 1 CA MINE ID # 91. - MINE NAME New Era Mine 1.+Company Operating Site Contact Person Telephone Ronald A Logan Ronald J. Logan ( 530) 533-4645 Street Address/P.O. Box No. City State/ZIP Code/County 4095 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville CA/95965/Butte 2. Designated Agent's Name (individual must reside in CA) Mailing Address N/A Country (If other than U.S.A.) City ZIP Code Telephone ( ) ITEMS BELOW WHICH ARE PRECEDED BY A BOX LABELED N.C. MAYBE 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 1. Logan ( 530 ) 533-4645 Mailing Address (this address will be used to send next year's report form). 4095 DN Creek Rd. City State/ZIP Code ICA/95965 Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville Was this operation purchased by you during reporting year? Was this operation sold by you during reporting year? r --'Yes. If yes, date of purchase � No. r Yes. If yes, date of sale �X No. 4. Landowner Assessor's Parcel S Ronald A Logan & Betty Logan 41-08-27 Mailing Address Telephone 4095 Dry Creek Rd. ( 530 ) 533-4645 Clty%State2lP Code Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville, CA 95965 . O. STATUS OT Mining AalVn[eS UUKINU I Ht KtNVK I INU TtAK (- Newly Permitted -Not yet in operation. Date Permitted �/ glj 1982 Active. Idle (as defined in Public Resources Code Section 2727.1). Complete the following: Date operation became idle F7.- Copy of Approved Interim Management Plan attached. F Interim Management Plan pending with Lead Agency.� by r Closed with no intent to resume. Date mining ceased Closed --reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. Date mining ceased 6. Status of Reclamation Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR CHtGkU1..41,Y i Reclamation not started. r Reclamation in progress (attach updated reclamation plan map indicating progress). Reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. 00,0 I Is" Reclamation certified complete on (Date). Financial Assurances released on (Date). DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator r state or caftmla W EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION CA MINEID# 9� - OZ.MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT MRRCG2 Page 2 7. r' Yes r. No Inspection completed by Lead Agency during the reporting year. H. yes, attach a copy of the Surface Mining Inspection Report (MRRC-1). If Inspection report Is not attached, please explain on Page 4 F 8A. SMARA Lead Agency (city OR county ONLY) Butte County N.C. r 8B. Reclamation Plan Status N.C. r.7 No Plan Approved on JU?97–(date). Attach copy with amendments, conditions, and PROOF of approval. 18 Number.of acres subject to Reclamation Plan r Pending. Submitted to Lead Agency on (date). r` On Appeal. Submitted to SMGB on (date). 9 Yes: Financial Assurances approved by Lead Agency.AsTTACHrCOP+ AIN ;AFYOO:F.OhuAP .;h(`,A ` Complete below for approved Financial Assurances: Date of Annual Review � . Amount Type Date Posted f � aW1=NB) 3,000.00 Perf. Bond F No: Financial Assurances NOT approved by Lead Agency. [-, Financial Assurances pending with Lead Agency. Submitted on (date) IF APPLICABLE, INFORMATION REQUIRED IN ITEMS 10 THROUGH 13 MUST BE PROVIDED FOR EACH SEPARATE PLOT r 10. ATTACH NAMED U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY MAP —7.5' OR 15' QUAD—SHOWING BOUNDARIES OF MINING OPERATION N.C. Latitude Longit ude Section—Township—Range—base Meridian Quad Name County 3142 1:2'5iy (ZI 3a r/721 b) 1-21N-3E-M.D.M Oroville Butte F 11. Code s) of Mining Operation tS: H( a ' S N.C. Type ( 9 Pe Q.Ft; 'lit 12. DISTURBED ACREAGE 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 LINE 4 FROM LINE 3) Approximate disturbed acreage remaining at end of r: 13. N.C. jR Acres Permitted: 18 & Permit# 81-135 r Acres Vested (Acres disturbed prior to January 1, 1976) F.–'Acres on Federal Lands: & PermitnD # F'� 14. yr $ 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 or California EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION INING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT MRRG2 Page 3 CA MINEID# 91- 15. COMMODITIES AND PRODUCTION PRODUCTION INFORMATION IS PROPRIETARY AND E N v'S(S.R WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL PURSUANT TO PUBLIC RESOURCE CODE SECTION 2207(g) 16. FEES SCHEDULE USING BOTH YOUR CATEGORY NUMBER AND TOTAL PRODUCTION FROM 15(A) ABOVE, REFER TO- EXHIBIT C TO FIND YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION RANGE. ENTER YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION CODE IN 16(A) AND FEE IN 16(B) BELOW. A -PRODUCTION CODE... *ROM E*N............................................. B. REPORTING FEE......... FR(� l(E>(..I....................................... $ GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(B), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) - $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City/Slate/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 277 .1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER DATE A /0 TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mail annual report, reporting fee, .gold and silver fee and ALL required attachments to: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator Check here If TOTAL PRODUCTION Category No Number Production List All Commodities (from Exhibit B) (from Exhibit B) for a Commodity Amount of Troy Production Tons Ounces Pounds A. PRIMARY COMMODITY PRODUCED BY OPERATION: Gold (Placer) 2 B. ALL OTHER COMMODITIES PRODUCED BY OPERATION (include any productlon of gold and silver); Platinum group metals 2 16. FEES SCHEDULE USING BOTH YOUR CATEGORY NUMBER AND TOTAL PRODUCTION FROM 15(A) ABOVE, REFER TO- EXHIBIT C TO FIND YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION RANGE. ENTER YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION CODE IN 16(A) AND FEE IN 16(B) BELOW. A -PRODUCTION CODE... *ROM E*N............................................. B. REPORTING FEE......... FR(� l(E>(..I....................................... $ GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(B), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE ( Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 D. SILVER FEE ( Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) - $ 0.00 TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 16(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City/Slate/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 277 .1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER DATE A /0 TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mail annual report, reporting fee, .gold and silver fee and ALL required attachments to: DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION • Office of Mine Reclamation 801 K Street, MS 09-06 Sacramento, CA 95814-3529 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator State of CalBomla EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION ,bo,JUINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- MRRC-2 Page 4 DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to lead Agency Copy to Operator • Operating Information for New Era Mine 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA 95965 Year: 2002 Activities: 1. Cleaned larger area east of Dry Creek for increased storage of equipment. 2. Worked underground in old mine tunnel high grading ore from bedrock. 3. Maintained roads around site. 4. General maintenance on all equipment and grounds west of Dry Creek. 5. Worked concentrates on Gold Wheel. 6. Looked for investor to expand operations. 7. Filed mining claims on adjoining property. JM �- •i.A. ••. • Official Records Database Document Detail Butte County Recorder's Office Searchable Indices: Official Records Fictitious Business Names QB DocumentDetail D Document ID: 2002-0041882 fJ' Assessor Parcel #: None C*}'. Recorded on: 8/13/2002 11:43:09 AM- Book Page #: No Book Page Found Q No. of Pages: 3 CJ Image: NOTICE OF LOCATION Grantors: Grantees: None None Index Items: References: HOFFMAN, FLORENCE B None JUGUM, JOE J •LOGAN, BETTY J LOGAN, MATHEW A LOGAN, MICHAEL R LOGAN, RONALD R LOGAN, WADE L T21 N R3E SEC 1 NEW ERA 1 LOGAN, LYNNE L- • httD:Hclerk-recorder.buttecountv.net/RiimsWeb/ASP/ORDocDet.ail.asn?DocTD=2009.-004 1 mnnm `�" - NIIIlIIIIIIIlIIIiIlNlllilliilili 2402—�b�41882 Recorded 1 RE:C FEE 13.00 COMPLETE THIS INFORMATION: Official Ret:ords I PENALTY 9.00 • RECORDING REQUESTED BY: County Of BUT ic= I VOID TR .00 ,. I CANI)ACE J. BRUBBE. I Recorder AND WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO: ROE;FMARY DICKSON I Assistant 11:43AM 13—Aun-2002 I 1_isa I Page 1 of 3 ILY aA& THIS SPACE FOR RECORDER'S USE ONLY a m r,A9 Docj ent Title(s) THIS PAGE ADDED TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE SPACE FOR RECORDING INFORMATION (Additional recording fee applies) �n x'•sa itiu� lw31m,•xrM: . This foam has been prhte'd through the courtesy of -the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of tend Managemeit, :to assist you in recording your. 'mining claim, •In accordance with Section 311 of the Act of October 21, 1976, e8 amended,'Publie Law 91-579 (90 Stat. 2743),'the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, all unpatented lode or placer mining claims or mill or tunnel ait.e claims on public lands of the United -States in the State of California shall be recorded with the Bureau of Land management, California State Office, Federal Office Building, Room E-2811, 2800 Cottage Hay, Sacramento, California 95825. Copies of the regulations may be obtained from this office. SNOW SITE OF CLAD[ DIAGRAM CONTAINS FOUR CONPLETE SECTIONS See. _, T. _, R. . Sec. _, T. _, R: _- Celter I ' —r -- — Center _ r— Section Section I Y C�E6 K Center CeM1ter Joobs� ' Se do #'`•NE I`1 i ITC Sec. T. R.- . See. Date: AUr, 13 2002 This Is to certify that, if bearing the l' purple seat of this office, this is a true �°''�R`��, ' copy of the document filed with theo 0 Butte County Clerk -Recorder's Off lee'. 1 " a ° ,1 Candace J. Grubbs `� } ..,,:4.. B tt ou� Clerk:R�corderi jY?.'i B Deputy t 0 Any person Mho Willfully. -makes a false statement with respect to any mining claim; on" 'e location notice or on the recorded notice shall be deemed 'bnd'' postR.d hundred l misdemeenor, and upon +;y +rf.'tonvlctlon shall be punished by a fine not exceeding one hundred doll ere (S100) or by imprtean-..= ment in the county jail not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (Public Resources Code of California, Sec. 2315) K.��: y.�� : �+��iA :;vi'..�.'in::, .. S:: •F�!�:i `�, �•,iii-..Y+f'r"�'•._`T11!a�9�';?Z*rog� .. • RECORDING REQUEST B B AND MAIL TOs. Name i� . Stree CityC��I e- 2002-0065481 Recorded I RE:C FEE 10.00 OfficialRecordsI COPIES 5.00 CountTEOf i PENALTY 6.00 OUTCANDAC:E J. GRUBBS I Recor,ler I ROSEMARY DINSCIN I ;assistant I Lisa 0 -WIM 02 -Dec -2002 1 Gage 1 of 2 I- SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE C� r►G-��� 9a y6 PLACER MINING CLAIM LOCATION NOTICE TO.NUOM IT MAY CONCERNt Please take notice than 1. The name of this claim is- L�,LA-111 9,elA a placer mining claim. 2. This claim is situbted int NEN [] Nwh Q SWN SEN Q Sec.TmglA) R._7446� Me[. N64 Q NWN Q SWN [] SEN Q Seca T. R. Her. NEN Q NWN Q SWN Q SE% Q Sec. T. R. Mer. NEN Q NW% SWN Q SEN (_] Sec. T. R. Mer. in th ini�gpi,�tcict, County of_�, State of Califocnie. . The acreage la med is LL,fjS� acres. '- DDS 3. .The date of: this location is the /_ dey of—we- on which date the notice of location was posted on the claim. 1. The locator or locators of this claim are, Current Mailing or Residence_ Address S. \ _ .. Lo 0,4 ti � r� e- lac AJ If claim cannot be described by quarter -section, the -boundaries of the claims and •.' the land taken are described as followss Commencing at.the discovery monument. whete this notice is posted:, thence to the (direction) corner which is the point of the beginning:to describe the boundaries, ' n. thence feet to the corner, (direction) thence feet to the corner, ���`-�•' (direction) thence feet to the corner;.c'•, ' '• (direction) .. ' thence feet to the point of beginning. '%,:.•./ •..";. (direction) 6,. ,The dlgcovary monument -is situated at the point of discovery '.natural object or pee- anent monumen and q ve rect on as jaccurayely as', sa e"..," to identify the claim located). SIGNATURE O �+- OCLAlNS LOCATED AFTER,,OCTOBSR 21, lg76,,,MUST.1E 11 ORDBDVITH' E:BUREAU'OP rAGFMANJ(j;{E}:i T :. •.'::.'::WITHIN 'g' DAYS AFTER DATE OF LOCATIONSV. I This as beenjprlrit'ed 'through the courtesy of the U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of [end Management, to assist you In recording your mining claim. accordance with Section 311 of the Act of October 21, 1976, a8 amended, Public Law 91-519 0 Stat. 2713), the Pederal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, all unpatented lode or placer mining claims or mill or tunnel site claims on public lands of the United States In the State o[ Cellfornle shell be recorded with the Bureau of Land Management, California State Office, Peder el Office Su Id Room E-2811, 2800. Cottage Nay, Sacramento, California 95825. Copies of the regulations may be obtained from this office. • SNOu SITE OF CIAUI DIAGRAM CONTAINS FOUR COMPLETE SECTIONS Sec. _, T. _, R. See. __, T. _, R. !_ I • Cehter ` Cel ter Section S tion I Y Ce 1$, I Celter lots se,l do S tion. Eli Sec., T.R. Sec. T. �Y person wh .willfut.ly makes a.falee statement with respect to any mining cleim,or,.'the•.pos;t d ocation notice of on the recorded notice shell be deemed 'guilty of "a misdemeanor',*and.-upow"':' '•pnvictlon shall be .punished by a fine not exceeding one hundred dollars 151001 or by tmpclson- I.. went InAhe county jail not exceeding six months, or by both such fine and imprisonment. (public Resources Code of California, Sec. 23151 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Kevin P. McDonnell The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is KEV i N1 P M C D ON I`i IEL-L_ 2. I reside at `i c6 4 4 6. R M uJ o o v L.,IV ; 3. I was born on b► '- 24 , 19 SS in i)PW UiAS4 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 !:�) ELF tFwA t210 4 sb 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since �'�.N 141 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since -T" r • Affidavit of Kmj,N (L� e_Q(nNlVe.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►4vG: 6ewy M±G. C'OvtS't�c-ritat AND O F 4 121AW43 AND 111FI-PeD 9 t1 t LD ECA u % o f ►+i F,o rz tfi t q F1 FI -q . Z gA V E s e�wN 'QoN I..OGE►1�( De%,coK_-znZA4w -11+g Irani 0 tw 6 -PR-o «5g ic, ►KA Vl4 ; and •Ota trra r_.oc.A-1 N,QiGH-BO¢s AMP T4tlfl2 ('4wti.ty5 , r F+qv(Z PaKpen. AND 'f14 W-ra rAA N 1 ? V1%%C 'S A y WA -2 SI Nc6 1'9%S. Affiant's Initials • Affidavit of M C�D OIUIUu-LL, Page 3 of 3 13. -1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: ZEN Mez?gaN a -L" , Date: Witnesse Y• Name 24e --k Date: "Z-1-{ 02� Affiant's Initials •i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF R.quaLes LJ The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 4J1 J a) ; 2. I reside at 47 [o L) r 17- L� ; 3. I was born on —z/ 19in664 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental .authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a� 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 74? ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since % �/ Affidavit of �Ilcjaj guAeS' 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 C v e Page 39f 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 a `D--` rK Witnessed By: Name:a Date: Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Daniq;s , gue A 10" The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and. says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at y S Dry, C"e L &I. 0(oI 3. I was born on Fe—2 , 19 6j in 0-n i o ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 099 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with • Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /9 9 .-5--; Affidavit of Of41Y7 5 4QQ h 6S 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 L� 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: 'jJ r1 n S/U Q -Io < 41 ,- l r � Affiant's Initials ; and Affidavit of Y Gobi i S U q �e S Page 3 of 3 IJ • 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: ��[/ P7. -I Ldr� I-Itj4 !PS' Date: /— Z Z — d Witnessed By: II A Name: �i'a �LLd 1 cc v�/ Date: — 2,-2-- 0 'Z Affiant's Initials C , galattest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine-?Icated at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA; Permit # 81-135, from the date to ther resent. • 0 I, reFc. "Ld , 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 # 81-13 5, from the date 8' Z to the present. Name Date U--� I* L 22AP V fi? - ZX4AL 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. ame�/' Date • I, 01 , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operaion tofeNew ErAine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date 4(to the.present. Me Dat attest to the fact that I have witnessed the.continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the dater q 1 to the present. (07 N4 Date • • I, Logon b ro, u b e rg 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. Logy -n Gruuber9Qr Name 9 11-07-07 Date I, Michael Logan, a resident of Butte County, California, attest to the fact that'I have r 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. IC) 3. Mi a 1 Logan n V J I; Wade Logan, a resident of Butte County, California, attest to the fact that I have r •- worked _ at various times and witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, from the time that Permit # 8.1=135 was issued on June 42, 1982 to the present. Log ` I, Dick Hughes, attest'to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the datd . v to the present. Dick Hughes Date • r AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm,that: 1. I, Ronald R. Logan, reside at 4950 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville, CA 95965; 2. Betty J. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A.P.# 41- 08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California; 3. I, Betty J. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from the Roy's on July 5th, 1977; 4. During all times relevant to the mining operation on the Property we were granted permits and inspections which were in cooperation with Gayland Taylor, Fish and Game Warden, California Fish and Game Department; 5. On June12, 1982 1 was accompanied by my wife to the office of Bettye Kircher, Director of Planning, Butte County Planning Commission, 7 County Center Drive in Oroville, California; 6. 1 agreed, along with my wife to have a lien placed on our Property to satisfy the Reclamation Bond requirements stated in the Mandatory Conditions # 1-5 set by the Butte County Planning Commission for the permit to be valid. Ronald R. Logill. AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Betty J. Logan, reside at 2156 Dennis Ray Ave. N.E., Keizer, OR, 97303. 2. Ronald R. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A.P.# 41-08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California. 3. I, Ronald R. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from the Roy's on July 5tn, 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. CIAL ' ��h KIM�Ei�.Y 1�1►TNta Betty o NOTApY P 8 UBuC -OREGON COI,�MOSION N0.41d503 My COWMASON EXPIRES JUNE I9.2011 Subscribed and sworn to before me this -10.. day of 2-00,9 Notary Signa Notary public in and for the County of mfg '\CUr--) And the state of __ (Yl? �-)Y\ Keceipr United States Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management DIV OF SUPPORT SERVICES 2800 COTTAGE WAY, RM W1834 SACRAMENTO, CA 95825 Phone: (916) 978-4400 IIfIp://t.us.vu i I. yvv/�yiuu i/wa/cviv 1 Transaction #: 626986 QTY Date of Transaction: 12/04/2002 "CUSTOMER: RONALD R LOGAN TOTAL 220 CENTENNIAL AVE CH ICO,CA 95928 LINE # QTY DESCRIPTION REMARKS UNIT PRICE TOTAL 12/03/2002 LOCATABLE MINERALS / MINING CLAIMS -NEW, UNADJUDI, ONE OR MORE AUTH NO'S / NEW MINING CLAIM LOCATION'FEE $25(1993) CASES: CAMC280560/$25.00 — - '.25�00 .2 1.00 LOCATABLE MINERALS / MINING CLAIMS -NEW, UNADJUDI,- ONE OR MORE AUTH NO'S / NEW MINING CLAIM SVC CHG;"``;'i* $10(1930) CASES: CAMC280560/$10.00 - n /a =` 3 1.00 LOCATABLE MINERALS / MINING CLAIMS -NEW, UNADJUDI, ONE OR MORE AUTH NO'S / NEW MINING CLM MAINT FEE.x $100(1993):x;. CASES: CAMC280560/$100.00 - n/a - E iT.0"01,0'0 - r TOTAL. w14T$'11—f, 0,0 §,,.•�,�;.., ..,� � � 4�PAYNIENT,�INFORIv1ATlON� ,. �►. -.. .� �,,,�::��;�rK:� � ��, e� 1 "'"AMO.0 NT: F$135.00 POSTMARKED; 12/03/2002 ; — �`��% K, ,i� ;TYPE:, CHECK �kREC�EIVED: 12/04/2002 ne CHE`CKiNO':� 1071 ►' "� +N'A`M'E: LOGAN, RONALD R 220 CENTENNIAL AVE CHICO CA 95928 11CAMC280560 NEW ERA #1 This receipt was generated by the automated BLM electronic record contained therein. and Billing System and is a paper representation of a portion of the -t , 19/d/n? 9.99 PM K] United States -Department of the BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT California State Office 2800 Cottage Way, Suite W1834 Sacramento, California 95825 www.ca.bim.gov ATTENTION MINERS & DREDGERS _Your Your on -the ground activitiesmay require advances authorization management agency prior to commencing any operations. If your claim is located on lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management, contact the BLM office closest to your claim. If your claim is located on lands administered by the Forest Service, contact the USFS office closest to your claim. If you do not know which agency administers the area In which your claim is located, you may contact thePubiic Information Section at (916) 978-4400 for assistance. 9 AFTER lo DAYS RETUR,N,tO CANDACE J. GRUBBS­ CLERK-RECORDER BUTTE COUNTY 25 COUNTY CENTER DRI OROVILLE, CALIFORNIA 95965-8375 �..:,..,ETURN SERVICE REQUESTED N me St r e et, 4;� . 4di ty.ti , Ji ME. E Mp 35326 ov off 1.5 ems s} pq ow 26?0 2 !AJ Ji ME. E Mp 35326 ov off 1.5 ems s} STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF r i /M4, =The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. 1 reside at -4 71 3. I was born on in ., 4. 1 am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators in the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; �, Affiant's Init =The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. 1 reside at -4 71 3. I was born on in ., 4. 1 am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators in the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; �, Affiant's Init .6. 1 am empl 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since ; 8. 1 have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and various friends discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions; 9. Michael and our friends have spoken many times to me about the Mine- and his experiences there. They specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been • set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowle. Name: .. �� Date: Witnessed By: Name: �C��� L fV'i � . Lo.CS,+N Date: Dp . [Type text] Affiant's Inital Beth Ann T. Reykers The undersigned,'being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Beth Ann T. Reykers; • 2: 1 reside at 2320 Woodcrest Lane, Carson City, Nevada 897.01; 3. 1 was born on April 15, 1958 in Patchogue, New York; 4. I am preparing this Affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators in the placer mining operation known as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by • Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; - Affiant's Inititals � s. I am self-employed; L 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since 1985; 8: .I have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and my husband discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions during the 1990's; 9. .'My Husband has spoken many times to me about his visits to the Mine and his experiences there. He specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been • set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. BY: Name: ��-% -AtouI ey Date: 6L • 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 X ���•A-1 C S / .. M A. 2. I reside at ,304 0 i E rpifz✓ n4 L %/� � r�.�i / `� �✓ ;� � / d 3 3. I wasborn on y , / , 19_Ll;,O in 54 /!o /(/v. ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his . agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of ti a Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; /1 6. I am employed as a e,41.1 S Jit/ 5 I /1'e -V & 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since f%� G/ 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �� ; Affidavit of �L / '✓� /J%� Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third 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: 74 �✓1 I wa e U ✓�/l 7�' /�1��/t /% / rG:11/1 /� �/(/l�. -a / ✓ /`�. /�it/ / C� / IJtC /y Ae-Ht�4114R Y Jf yL J0A/ ��Ya r 0,� e rY 7:9 Affiant's Initials Tare, 4 �41W, ; and lvlah , Affidavit of l 4, Page 3 of 3 T 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. 11 • Name Date Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Initials ' t r STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) } COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1Myfull name is Robiff 01/0� S � ��o' , 2. I reside at WODd 91'd?' /—AU, 6QI.�l CttY , 121V, ; 3. I was born on Via " , 19 S.6 in Ataril -:�a,,IIY Cqr 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of.the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a pcti'tt&112 ct �ir� l Q/o Z'� `.Z�✓t0 Alii, 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 / C1 �� ; 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: .- bOeA 7-Ae-/'e- c?ypr x, 5 ©r 6 77ot&y 5 ia6r 1,181 r' ru Z� _� a�. 7i"�OZ� 1.�1c�rj 5©M � ��'� � ©�o'►'( c` K. tE � cc,G�� d c` 1� 1 and Affiant's Initials - Affidavit of��yr� Page 3 of 3 C] 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. C • By: Name: )G6f0T ;0",fVk&r% Date: /-,Z � —0�1 Witnessed By: c k A L L 61 Name: PA,,,W L6 Date: , ' LO 0 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�1 f0E:1'3 2. I reside at —Pt pJv— 3. I was born ona_ Q , 19 �50in�� 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, R Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a —C—U� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since C ct 8) 's ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with I ` Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �� l z • K] 0 Affi davit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: -L 7 ; and ��� Affiant's Initials A Affidavit of3y lS Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. BY: Name: Lk Dater Witnessed By: 'p—d-Ci Name:rntC� f}-t,L L .0 C, 4/`% Date: Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Se -cm UO' Vd Gia.l(ear n� The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Sear\ i. o y �a l (e ►1-4-i;1� 2. ' I reside at 740 C .LkI q I�uerik� , �►-jar,r� . C(�r X544,3 3. I was bornon Dec e-%Kbet- 7-S , 195 in Gdvco . eft ; 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 a 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 _Mac, 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since j q 6ct ; 8.• I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 4 Affidavit offiegvN 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: %ave wct+c k,,e 4-� tea r k-1--1-._� ►,,,', r..� , � ha�v�c n h�� a.v,.d � j �Ge:� o hh-%V`e. 13814-5e—I -F ; and • Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Sea v\ �J o ti c[ G a ((erci n e— Page 3 of 3 0 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • 0 By: �. Name: 'e 5p �io d 61cc. t 66din. Date: Witnessed By: Nam( Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF co The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: I. My full name is C, a 2. I reside at ci6 (?i� 3. I was bornon 19_ .o 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5, I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or'court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each.in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a '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 j Qj w Affidavit of ,f�, �. 42-t 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) musing by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: l,L 6?_ -6— 4.ce S ip- 06L." 144 C -t " LL/ „ C�.!/Z 4--` IL Affiant's Initials �-%"� 0 4 • 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. 0 Date: 1 �� 1 Witnessed By: Name Date: (q(262.Q OO (�Y-1R. tj Affiants Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ��`��/�/�! S 3o 2. I reside at 'S73 3 r S oy t k LAA V C� ; 3. I was born on 3Avuv,2,4.V I Z- , 193 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 �,uS Ddu i �� i/i� %' ► c G �%�� �� 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 ng of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Loganthat 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:. PA Y, rt 1 g dke and Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to; be true to the best of my knowledge. By:. /l Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name: '32�p,e (� o..D Date: T Affi8nt's Wtials STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is GSE n . 0 j 4c- Aa -s- 0 pt, -j 2. I reside at Z �Ltl C, 3. I was born on 19;aa in ktta �)f} Q ( A- ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and • located at 4095 Dry. Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965• 0 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 8 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ( C. y 15— ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R: Logan or his agents regularly since 7 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald on d 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) r 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 f operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: Aw f < S r ra„o . • 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: G e -CZ Name: Date: Z �CTC1 Witnessed By: Name: �� kL4 A— oyC) Date: _/ old, T Aunt's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is .,— Cll/"-., 2. I reside at S-3 -1-/ Z ZZg Z,2 ; 3. I was born on C% e- %'2 1 , 19. 7 in Z' -L k Q 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 I Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a B� H 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 is 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 is 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: 47eei1 , v 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 any knowledge. By:�O�cy'i ,� �L4 a j ,/ Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name: U Date: Affiant's Initials iV.+ A WELDING SUPPLY BOB BERGER 2013 �incoin Blvd. Vice President 357 E. Park Ave. OrovilI., CA 95965 P.OBox 2166 . Cell (530) 570 6494 Chico, -6556 CA 95928 rberger®mjbwelding.com www r(n (530) 534 P (5 30) 342-3589 TRAWLE FAX (530) 342 1715 ®Miller. � Ingersoll8and. ' � � ppOpFtiIOMLLVa LOMPNEpiOPf rr�A� 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT L L OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is-t`� 2. I reside at 3,57 (, Rar k <:�Wc o 2-8 ; 3. I was born on��r 19 in e 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 , �, MJ 6 vJ Lk, 0%!E� S-0 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in business tTansactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �5 0 • Affidavitof Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: V 2 t � in -:,\ e -c u i s htao t --k I .N L5 5-t rC 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 IFA is c^ Affidavit of C) . F, u 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: 0 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:hn r' Date: Witnessed By: Name Affiant's Initials d\7�\Woi • • • Affidavit of- Page 4 of 4 Date: n � 2a 2 OC o. Affiant's Initials � r� STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF T, LL�i The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at ���� C% �� �% �����CA ; 3. I was born on 1/Ltia' 19 in b��[(,(,y►p%)'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 l -�� { OLE -M e: 741x 0%• ;. 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since , S ; 171 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: 19 1 and • Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not .J 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: L) jr / L) Witnessed LLQ BY : -54 I ` • `� Name: J,� Date: Affiant's Initials • 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF lC\Mao- • k The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is \11G`Ioe.1`Q May �t vww ; 2. I reside at 3. I was born on -A 190, L in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of . Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a �n a u) 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since'nu— by IYI `VG'1% 8. '1 have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since d 1 I '(l `" �A1 I • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a), removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: M\j �N1 YO V \(}\khCj,-, fiP� (1C�VAI IAVl k.rAn \A— i � iJaP lkt t Affiant's Initials i `� I 11 U Affidavit of M-wu 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: &CAn Date: U 1/)Jol-20000 Witnessed By: Name: C JL Date: cQ0 g Affiants Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT rM The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ; 2. I reside at //a� _ d.� ' ,� �%j��, Cil 3. I was born on 19, in & )Ar) oR A 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request _ of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a eeomlyn 1"YlAQ1- 7. — 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with 0 Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /9V 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: ,� Affiant's Initials Affidavit of MAPIZ Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • • Witnessed By: Name Date: I (i) � 2-9 2CO 0 Affiant's Initials CHICO SCRAP METAL George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CA 95938 (530) 345-6241 FAX (530) 345-6025 Resale JF SRKHB28750345 George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CA 95928 (530)343-7166 FAX (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRAP METAL, INC. Demolition Contractor CA Lic. No. 812871 • w • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF j The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: , 11 r• 1. My full -name is 4'eorqc' 2. I reside at 4Z-cZ F-xr r Sf �j't,d.�c� CA ; 3. I was born on t(' ' 31 1931 in 6h4to ; 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 YUjI G'71"r .n 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since mi �q 8. I have engaged in business Mmsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 1 J Affidavit of wnrci& to. cS Co t Page 2 of 4 • 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: ,S'G �c'S t �SSa1� �G�-�craiO w-.kp5 L� � o ech -fl CS. 8 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; o it p , (b) p en- p Affiant'c T";t;ole Affidavit of Eu?1r..e, Page 3 of 4 , r mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and f 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: .h6r(, 12LWl . /V, e 6h� ;s and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: l Name: Geov J �Y Date: if 3o f l7$ Witnessed By: Name Affiant's Initials �/ Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 • Date: ilplo A . Affiant's Initials j'�rV 3 CJ111 CHICO SCRRP mETfll, Inc. George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. i Durham, CH 95938 Phone: (530) 345-6241 Fax: (530) 345-6025 George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. r� Chico, CH 95928 Phone: (530) 343-7166 Fax: [530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRflP mEmynC. Demolition Contractor i CH Uc. Do. 812871 . Resale 4 SRKHB2875345 • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: , - 1. My full name is �A_C c 2. I reside at / C,rJ 11-m-4 14 Vim- Gkt CA 3. I was born on 19in kgri c, I i J i�� �-t I., 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County. Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a c _Q U y eq- 2t (t_. 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since /9767 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 7 Affidavit of Page 2 of 4 - 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: �kt i j oj(•i �� �1 c ,� S�T'�li L ��.— -7 r9 j cvLl — V (� e►1. I r�! L V (► ►tJ P M "�- c7 1 N � `y L n. 1 L�`v 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such i business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to. lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9,Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant's Initials Affidavit ofC- & 3{L,t,c' W Sc.W77 �g- .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:, c� ' Szr tiZ /vin; T�L1 [� ,fit tn11AJ6 J • _ � IA f 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: 9N� Name: l.J Date: /' 7L5 -- 13 Witnessed By: Name: M tC Affiant's Initials • 0 Affidavit of Qzz-, — u -J Sc�zT Page 4 of 4 Date: % 2�� o Affiant's Initial V- • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) • COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at «} 3. I was born on , 19 in --• ; 4. 1 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 gprnsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since (ef�' L1 • Affidavit of�� Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: P 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being . conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 14. I understand upon information by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9,. Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant's Initials( °�, • Affidavit 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: Dater Witnessed By: • Name:6W 0 o2 Affiant's Initials ��- • �J Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood , that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface muting operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ; and Affiant's Initial • Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name Date: Witnessed By:,L C 701e - 57N Date: Affiant's Initi"a" 0 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: C 1. My full name isIL 2. I reside at l A V A I 3. I was born on 19 in 4. I am preparing this affid it at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this .Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald: R. Log r his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since &S; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with . Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly sinceU r STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is �,,.., �.�Q�e- c 2. I reside at 0,AA 3. I was bornon S 0`� a �3�, 19 in 50�d� 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 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 � q" Affidavit of _ ,�� M\3c�f , Vy ?iG4-,C_0_ Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to .an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ✓t VA\ f 4vx- O.J �a,, l'kl vA Gve, kj A , No G c_ay oo, r• • 0 \.\ ; and Affiant's Initials e . . • U Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: �. Name: Date: Witnessed By: N Date: 1r,10 - 04 Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Logon Grauberger The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Ldvo\ Pawl Gr&v&ergy-r 2. I reside at 12,0 mrn to W/ 4*6 1 ; 3. I was born on /� fJ� r 19 9 i in ha rad i s e C 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, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Z A tM rA S Jy J e r\ + (1J G n i Cd SQhlor H fwc kool ; 7. ' I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since (q 9 I ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with • Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �9 qq • • • Affidavitof Logan &Nr Vber9er Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents,that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: M y G r A h a P o. R o n Logon kyO Atwags 1een mining Sornethinq wk, j%tr it wo,� Slvicing of Panning tie woks minim ; and Affiant, s Initials L # P. G LJ r� U Affidavit of Lagan G rA v m c p Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Logen Grau6erge.r Name: Logan Gravbereer- Date: /3010B Witnessed By: Date: Affiant's Initials L P• (�. STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is/�/� ! C�fi�C� L PAY L- ©6A^2 p, 2. I reside at 2-'0 W 3. I was bornon ©GTo KA 7 , 19 sin Ci H (CO j CAU F, ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a U n � E-tZ, , &Ou&/ / 1Al I xIC—P `y R 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining. and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods 1 `1j�,¢ {�� L I ✓ �4% 7� 14147CF- "' FF 'pnl �V�R 77 Yes �bc>o5 � Pi9� 7"�%£ �Ri �5fl_ e G H (M-CcR 14 7_ lUfj t RiPAWtb0 (L4,w p, JKa4gD, "AK£CD ail. O�@ro �, ; and ,gf,?-q 9111b or P CC& Rcc VJ' Ay 5Y5_1VY? Ni X� Y OF -4> 4-rN66)6M tflA)F- 4LL DT /''i�%f%DUI IK( Pw Tkf-L AAS 644 Norftf:-rAA-T-_5oM15 FORM 0E-M1NlN6 . HAVE WIJ 14A PPf kJ1 u; s *,.. t-OPM AOQ 5+W7Do r i(t5rcUj5S 12,1cov�Y oPO77o1v5 Affiant's Initials �r. Affidavit of 11/l�C( L a6,4AI Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • I By: bj'P. , , Name: g j (— �2A y -L'O /fN Date: b 3 [ 2COO Witnessed By: Name: Date: STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF • :s�i The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1.. - My full nai 2. I reside at 8 3. I was born on OS -0,2 0, , 19_-_Za in �' , ! P WL ; 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 F 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ri<2 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since IT) 2 ; .0 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and � g • quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: a'44 42 U ,2 11 r- _ ` Q jr 1 • L ; and Affiant's Initiall, In Affidavit of jC ) Page 3 of 3 is 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • • v i Nam 'i Date: Witnessed By: Nary 1 Date: 30 Affiant's Initials ��r STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is ►�+O `y � 1'�-e LPA at V1; 2. I reside at Z --C w a y 3. I was born on � C:. 9 , 19 3 1 in r'roj 1 J� QA ; v 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a TDQ06&fQ 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 c � 1 � i � ; • • • J LO Affidavit of Page 2of313 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: � Y`aot f�.e (�l 3 �- VVIAj-ot v,.d ✓1 %I A t d�Iw\ a 1 r v e- • M �� pl - �.Zc4 O N Mti v�..c, • Affiant's Initials IR, ACL✓+ ; and. -� 0-5- • • 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 — 6 0 - Qy� Witnessed By: Name: Date: Affiant's Initials :4L- STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF l,kuty wc The undersigned, 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3 4. I was born on e Z h',1 9 k o in OCQ\S�,V.P 8 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 �— `9A V\"e 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since �,� �(�( ►� 0 1 Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Loan and/or his agents, I Logan g have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understarid 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: S Vice S Can fe_nn_- v►A\INv- �Clnepi WerVeA C o n,�N 507x\ o on�IUI` �rn;,.nn ao Co �- e _YY1.P�f Le ;and Affiant's Initials W, WCj e LCf.iL `7 Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 • 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; .each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. C Name: I/U1�v VI__ Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF L,0T a tt 7 The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na < 2. I reside at 3. I was born on 6/&,'/ 1 (6, 19-W- in :5a Q 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and • located at.4095 D Creek Road Oroville California 95965• D' � , 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a q i t' r -e. e r .22 � =�''W I-- 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since C 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • Aff davit of - .P Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 7L. 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 C7 operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: �►= ---f� �G U e S ,e en t�(i itl () -2. m N-eEi257` ffcfA)d ; and Affiant's Initials 1 Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 f 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: "4a Lw�e-4nsl- Name: Fes' L� TQr Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: t -� A P Affiant's Initials TLS STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF Qna�� Lu V4v- The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 47 1. My full name is LAC; 2. I reside at uEd ,�,('�Ch� 3. I was born on l _ , 19 in ( ; 4. 1 am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. 1 am employed as a � V%(�Q ODC& p X a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 'Se -D. 21 iq?-R ; 8. I have personally witnessed 'and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald. R. Logan or his agents regularly since( bl�it� �1QL ` Affidavit of Ono Iq Lst 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; tti OIL - 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; L 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate ' continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: .� a ���,�4 h9�.Ai rrQ r� A.�,o ��r� �� h►n, Qk Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 i13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. L By: Name: Rae U Date:op • Witnessed By: Name: inn A c,w�tiz \\ Date: i--�p--0% • Affiant's Initials_ STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF /I Z, all The undersigned, being duly wo , de p ses and says: i 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 1.4 S /dl,c d Ct 9,iti H ; 3. I was born on 19,�Zin 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 �GJ [Qve--<4 � s ) ,� �s 7. /have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 J 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Aooccil- 71-y t 1W 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; U /^- 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: kur_ /I "C( Affiant's Initials Affidavit of CV�. Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • '0 Name Date: Witnessed By: Name: Date: 1 r 3o --CO$ Affiant's Initials �V//' i • 0 1 r 1 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is __C; 2. I reside at 3. I was born on yl, 19CT-in\ 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • 0 1 r 1 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is __C; 2. I reside at 3. I was born on yl, 19CT-in\ 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of �J Page 2 'of 3 y" _' • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Loan and/or his agents, I Logan r have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. 1 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 Initia ,. 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: Namf Date: Witnessed B' N D Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Lmcin eyj6er�o� The undersigned,being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is PA&A 2. . I reside at 8 3. I was born on 19-a� inv 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 tAoose- Wk-�� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since {h 1(13 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 1 �,o v\& y -b kp uONM o-�- Affidavit of Vi�XI: Page 2of3 9.. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; mining by the auger method; ( dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; andVyf( 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: 27—re yyl bR 1 J�Xe_ r1 M �kau5--P_ Q C- t f c Vl i�- i`T' Q.�v pY✓t yv� . �� C7 P o ra L7 A `� q C,\%)M1 &Jana s Initials n 1 1 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. L] 'L �Je By: Name Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: Aff ant's Initials