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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNEW ERA MINE 2005 ATTATCHMENT ZZP • ATTACHMENT ZZ State of caufomla qpTMENT OF CONSERVATION lo�;P?MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT 9—, 2Page1 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 Telephone City ZIP Code Telephone ( ) ITEMS BELOW WHICH ARE PRECEDED BY A BOX LABELED N.C. MAY BE CHECKED— IF THERE ARE NO CHANGES IN THE. INFORMATION FROM THE LAST REPORTING YEAR. (NOTE: IF THIS IS THE FIRST TIME YOU HAVE FILED A REPORT, ALL SECTIONS MUST BE COMPLETED.) 3. Owner of Mining Operation Ronald A Logan Mailing Address (this address will be used to send next year's report form) 4095 Dry Creek Rd. Telephone I ( 530 ) 533-4645 City State2lP Code _T Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oroville CA/95965 Was this operation purchased by you during reporting year? Was this operation sold by you during reporting year? ' r: Yes. if yes, date of purchase r No. [- Yes. if yes, date of sale Cx No. 4. Landowner Assessor's Parcel # Ronald R Logan & Betty Logan 41-08-27 Mailing Address Telephone 4095 Dry Creek Rd. ( 530 ) 5334645 City/State/ZIP Code Country (If other than U.S.A.) Oiroville, CA 95965 a. maws us naming AQUVRIes UVKrrvv I nt KU -UK I INh TtAK JfiQHEC Q r Newly Permitted -Not yet in operation. Date Permitted �Urte- /Jaz [)Z Active. Idle (as defined in Public Resources Code Section 2727.1). Complete the following: Date operation became idle r_ Copy of Approved Interim Management Plan attached. r Interim Management Plan pending with Lead Agency. °'` `X NO Closed with no Intent to resume. Date mining ceased (� Closed-4eclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. Date mining ceased 6. Status of Reclamation Activities DURING THE REPORTING YEAR Reclamation not started. Fi Reclamation in progress (attach updated reclamation plan map Indicating progress). r7 Reclamation certified complete by Lead Agency. Reclamation certified complete on (Date). Financial Assurances released on (Date). DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator State atcaftmie , DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION RVMINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEM 91- 2 Page 2 7. (—' Yes?�. No Inspection completed by Lead Agency during the reporting year. 1 H yes, attach a copy of the Surface Mining Inspection Report (MRRC-1). If inspection report Is not attached, please explain on Page 4. N.C. F N.C. 8A. SMARA Lead Agency (city OR county ONLY) Butte County 8B. Reclamation Pian Status is E r No Plan j�Z, Approved on �lartt'_ �Z, ��Z (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 r.On Appeal. Submitted to SMGB on —(date). 9. (jZ Yes: Financial Assurances approved by Lead Agency. pTjgEHCOP ?AYJD3_pR00F.QFSAi . (SVA'* Complete below for approved Financial Assurances: Date or Annual Review Expiretian Data a Amount Type Date Posted by Lead Agwxy Renewal Date (If eWieeble) 3 000.00 Perf. Bond j- 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 F 10. ATTACH NAMED U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY MAP —7.5' OR 15' QUAD SHOWING BOUNDARIES OF MINING OPERATION N.C. ' Latitude Longitude Section—Township—Range—Base Meridian Quad Name County 3142 o3,8S�/ IZI 3��%ZI 1-21N-3E-M.D.M Oroville Butte N C 11. Type Code(s) of Mining Operation rS.EEy(FG01A : (Ob Q.R:TrYP S$ 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) r F7. N.0 4. Approximate disturbed acreage reclaimed during 5. _____L_(SUBTRACT LINE 4 FROM LINE 3) Approximate disturbed acreage remaining at end of '13. qY P - "jSZ: Acres Permitted: 18 & Permit# 81-135 (— Acres Vested (Acres disturbed prior to January 1,' 1976) (- Acres on Federal Lands: 8 PenniVID # 17. 14. .C. I $ Current total assessed value of mining operation as established by County Assessor's Office. DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator state of ca%wrda AMPEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION ,pSAMINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- MRRC�2 Page 3 15. COMMODITIES AND PRODUCTION PRODUCTION INFORMATION IS PROPRIETARY AND WILL BE KEPT CONFIDENTIAL PURSUANT TO ff 0 M(iD . i E. N. N13a^.'MAS?UR 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. FROM. HI .kTkd.............................................. B. REPORTING FEE....... ............................................. $ GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(8), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE D. SILVER FEE Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) _ $ M TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 10(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number. ( 530) 533-4645 I certify that the information submitted herein is complete and accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result Irian administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code Secfon 2774.1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER-� DATE TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mall 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 production of gold and silver); Platinum group metals 2 16. FEES SCHEDULE USING BOTH YOUR CATEGORY NUMBER AND.TOTAL PRODUCTION FROM 15(A) ABOVE, REFER TO EXHIBIT C TO FIND YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION RANGE. ENTER YOUR CORRESPONDING PRODUCTION CODE IN 16(A) AND FEE IN 16(B).BELOW. A. PRODUCTION CODE. FROM. HI .kTkd.............................................. B. REPORTING FEE....... ............................................. $ GOLD AND SILVER FEE: IF GOLD OR SILVER PRODUCTION IS REPORTED IN SECTION 15(A) OR 15(8), CONTINUE ON TO COMPLETE 16(C) AND (D) C. GOLD FEE D. SILVER FEE Ounce(s) of gold) X ($5.00 per ounce) = $ 0.00 Ounce(s) of silver) X ($0.10 per ounce) _ $ M TOTAL FEES DUE: SUM OF 10(B), (C) AND (D) $ 0,00 (ATTACH ONE CHECK FOR TOTAL) 17. SUBMITTED BY: Name (Please print) Ronald R. Logan Mailing Address 4095 Dry Creek Rd. City/State/ZIP Code Oroville, CA 95965 Telephone Number. ( 530) 533-4645 I certify that the information submitted herein is complete and accurate (failure to submit complete and accurate requisite information may result Irian administrative penalty as provided for in Public Resources Code Secfon 2774.1). SIGNATURE OF SUBMITTER-� DATE TITLE OF SUBMITTER Land Owner Please mall 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 or califomis EPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION _ 6.-MINING OPERATION ANNUAL REPORT CA MINEID# 91- RRC-2 Page 4' DISTRIBUTION: Original to State Copy to Lead Agency Copy to Operator Operating Information for New Era Mine 4095 Dry Creek Rd., OroviHe, CA 95965 Year: 2005 Activities: 1. Worked extensively on road repairs to the mine. 2. Worked underground in old mine tunnel high grading ore from bedrock. I 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. 8. Increased research to better understand ore body. 9. Cleaned larger area on west side of Dry Creek for larger plant and expansion of operations. ; onald K Logan . i i L, _ t ti r t - I I i '11 attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine 1 cated at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA; Permit # 81-135, from the date to ther resent. 0 0 • I, re C "�d' attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the I ew Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date % J — KZ to the present. I P �: � - -1 �-- U '7 Date ,max;. i I; O) A/ , 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. ea. Date • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Kevin P. McDonnell The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is KFy i lm M c -D pN n eE .L— 2. I reside at 4%4(o (RM woo t7 QV ; 3. I was born on 01 24 , 19 SS in 1)044coou MV— U)As0 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. 1 understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by; Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in4heir sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a :5 Ecf 'E"t21 o c,1 Mb 7. I have known Ronald R.• Logan personally since ;T4t4 I R Z5 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the .New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since -X" Iii 65 ; Affidavit of KeViN (L1 Onywo-L- Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At. all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: T_ •t4A%j'E OEERJ M±e- Qpytt e"c-tic, t AND CMD A2AihflK or- 4 Ca,,KQle" 121AN45 SMD t-ty-pep RoitD EGlu%,pt tMt—_t�7t -FO(Z tWE FI FT'q. T RADE S�"N "QoN 6ou 2tsmoi4�t-aA4w -tl+E wi N«v G _VP-oc-e5-5 Jto ►y A" ;and . Op arra c_Vcitl Net&WBOms ANO Tt+korL F'Awt.tys . T µgvE PArJt,ep AND St_u tcwv 114e=w rAANIJ TY -%W5 A 4G14rZ. SiNc6 t9�b5, Affiant's Initials Affidavit of 4EJ 10 c� ONIUtr . Page 3 of 3 E 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. E r BY: Name: J��tV Date: } Witnesse Y Name:?,�l \ l JA Date: U� , E . Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: I 1: My full name is 2. I reside at e (� (,1 .r WL7= L� 3. I was born on `lI , 19 in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 959:65; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning _Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California,- Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental: authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a eo� 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 �IlcL4 46 e v Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and g g n LJ 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 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 kiUa,4 LLeg 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] I, I: Name Date: / "Z 'D—.— '09, Witnessed By: Name:an Date: /-2,2--09 Affiant's Initials i • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and. says: 1. My full name is J )F- Y 11 15 � 14e- ( H( J 4 H -C 5-- ; 2. I reside at y I I S- `D. -v► C ree L 2—cl . i C zouk'&'('� ; 3. 1 was born on ��Y� : , 19 (b-7 in CV) 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; i 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 4f y4i a In „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 /9 9 .� ; Affidavit of Of oo S Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 'i] r1 r) in C 1q -1�< ; and Affiant's Initials Affidavit of NAA 15 00 S Page 3 of 3 , 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my ` knowledge. ame: /7/U 6 7Q.S" Date: /_Z %— d 5 1 • y Witnessed By: Name: rz am k Date: Affiant's Initials • I, 0 , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual opera ion of the New Era e located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date . to the .present. Ike Dat U attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual U operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the dateto the present. Napt Date I, L Q g o,n (, a u b E rq e r , attest to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date M7 to the present. Login Gro,uberger Name 1-07-07 Date 0 I, Michael Logan, a resident of Butte County, California, attest to the fact that I have worked . at various times and witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, from the time that Permit # 81-135 was issued on June 12, 1982 to the present. 'n� I, Dick Hughes, attest -to the fact that I have witnessed the continual operation of the New Era Mine located at 4095 Dry Creek Rd., Oroville, CA, Permit # 81-135, from the date . v �- to the present. Dick Hughes Date 0 0 AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm that: a 1. I, Ronald R. Logan, reside at 4950 Dry Creek Rd. Oroville, CA 95965; 2. Betty J. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A. P.# 41- 08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California; 3. I, Betty J. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from the Roy's on July 5th, 1977; 4. During all times relevant to the mining operation on the Property we were granted permits and inspections which were in cooperation with Gayland Taylor, Fish and Game Warden, California Fish and Game Department; 5. On June12, 1982 1 was accompanied by my wife to the office of Bettye Kircher, Director of Planning, Butte County Planning Commission, 7 County Center Drive in Oroville, California; 6. 1 agreed, along with my wife to have a lien placed on our Property to satisfy the Reclamation Bond requirements stated in the Mandatory Conditions # 1-5 set by the Butte County Planning Commission for the permit to be valid. Ronald R. Logan AFFIDAVIT I solemnly affirm that: 1. I, Betty J. Logan, reside at 2156 Dennis Ray Ave. N.E., Keizer; OR, 97303. 2. Ronald R. Logan and I are the sole owners of the New Era Mine, A.P.# 41-08-27 (the "Property"); located in Butte County, California. 3. I, Ronald R. Logan and/or our agents have engaged in mining operations on this Property without interruption since it was purchased from the Roy's on July 5cn, 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. -..11 ell O ICIAGB AL M0110 �u►TMia NOTARY PUBLIC - OREGON COMµIMUN0ALIS 9 MY Cp1,1{Mg M EXPIRE$ JUNE 19, 2011 Subscribed and sworn to before me thisQday of 20Q Notary Signa Notary public in and f or the County ofQ/1 And the state of __ r STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) - 1 COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT i OF Beth Ann T. Reykers Y 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 89701; l 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 1 • Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their'sole discretion; 1 Affiant's Inititals y i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE )' { r AFFIDAVIT OF CV Is The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is L f i 2. I reside at 7z��,O� 3. I was born on — in r� 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; I 4 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 Ibiti • .6. 1 am emplo 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since ; 8. I have heard (Michael Logan, his wife Mary and various friends discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions; 9. Michael and our friends have spoken many times to me about the Mine and his experiences there. They specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to [Type text] Date: Witnessed By: Name: (1\\C-�M- L (z:2 A-V UC> 1%N Date: Ob [Type text] Affiant's Inito Y 6. 1 am self-employed; 7. 1 have known Michael Logan, son of Ronald R. Logan since 1985; 8. .I have heard Michael Logan, his wife Mary and my husband discuss the New Era Mine in Oroville, California on numerous occasions since that time. I have phoned Michael Logan and been told he was in the Mine working on several occasions during the 1990's; 9. 'My husband has spoken many times to me about his visits to the Mine and his experiences there. He specifically spoke about it in terms of the equipment and operation; , 10. It was my understanding that the Mine was operated by Michael and his family; 11. 1 have fully read this Affidavit; each statement herein that is not typewritten has been • set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By:� Name: ��/CiCr e eYs Date: a U 61 Witnessed By: Name: Date: . - Affiant's Inititals • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 304 6)E E c,2ifz✓11'x! G "2�liyrn,-i /"�✓. ;� �/ .D3 3. I was born on 7 / , 19./56 in. 15 �Aeo 1-tlu, ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of tl a Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; / r 6. I am employed as a zt r v 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since --i-9 f Ll ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ��% ; 1/ Affidavit of j�174L / ✓ / ✓�/L /�I� 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: W► f� /,�� 414 41 14$ 4/ 1Z Y fig✓✓2 r ; and l oih� , (/ G T Tt r& �41 Affiant's Initials �7 ; t Affidavit ofj Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • By: Name Date: Witnessed By: Name: Date: iYi Z. ZC� Affiant's Initials i STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 9o1oeff ;�0110't4y�r5 2. I reside at 2-37-1 y✓Oc�c� ��'c�� Got, Lai` � C,+Y . /11V, ; 3. I was born on Oct"' 3 , 19'S6 in camly Cq" 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 Fcc ot Cl► fit. t�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 �� s • Affidavit of Xy�& -r Xcylleel> 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: ,Pprox, .5* ©y^ 6 7'ot&& 5,`,n6e ��81 nxr�v 200 c pta. ' j: of 4t drl @aG �"1�g ;and Affiant's Initials -- Affidavit of�r��� Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. • • By - Name: Abe' -r zfyke r% Date: /rz4� —(54 Witnessed By: C kALL' 1�4 L.064 - Name: Az" -4 ta Date: ; ' Z L Affiant's Initials /`� Ll • e - frr 1 STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is G�f RE161 jeqW 2. - I reside at 3. 4 I was born on a Q , 19 67b in 16UA. 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 courtof competent r jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R.T Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; I I 6. I am employed as a C aS-t�C'1 1-a 01 i f i 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with I Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ; i i • • 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: D C_K,g+ e cr j k - .'e_ TDI ��a►�s . -� ; and (X) �a KA V\A e k Affiant's Initials JW f 1~ i Affidavit of --�V�� c a2� 3y lS Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my . hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise ♦ r indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By. , 'Name: IM �C D�` �a V1lS IV� Date: i Witnessed By: Name: p_C� A -CL_ "V 0 G ,4/Q Date: - a + Affiant's Initials 4 . STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) i COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF seom The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is SecLy-N U0 yot Ga L ( e P -+ 'i rte 2. I reside at 7645. C"Li inn /�uer�►.� , �r(anr(. C(� �5`�W� 4 3. I was bornon Dec e%,%.beyt -2--S , l95a_ in Cttico . 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 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 jy�CLckj M; 57t 7. I have known Ronald R., Logan personally since j q &q ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavitof SetvN Lloyd 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: = Kocu e- wa,+c k 44-,e-, J ♦ . VIA S4 s e I -I^ ; and Affiant's Initials i Affidavit of SeOL Y\ �-(o y [ G a. (lend i rt e Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: ,S'e 5p Ll o Nd Lf alk,, n. Date: 1 % z g /o $ Witnessed By: Nami Date: J ' Afflant's Initials - - r 7 i - AFFIDAVIT OF CJ i 1 P The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: to A 1. My full name is < 2, I reside at ' _ �] C��La (li 3 .I was born on 19 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mini �g operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroyille, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or i 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 T— ; a i • Affidavit of ,,Q, `—� . 42J 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: Vu, G� o i f- 4-' Al- - �,D& -sl AMM 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. 1 A By: Q �I ��o ��l �Z a'Cj, Nam Date: Witnessed By: Name Date: d .Z 2. p Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) t COUNTY OF BUTTE ) f . AFFIDAVIT F OF F The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 3 t6, b n- 3. I was born on, . S•�. � 19m New o2 o t- h -�d wg ; 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 1 ' Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 1 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: n. t' Affiant's Initials ; and • Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name: � i'hl���� Date: Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is Lv cli« Q f I-colv ; 2. I reside at e e'er 3. I was born on1945'�—� in i,�„ ii �e�,,� e ,• /�C ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a b«_ ;%„e, L2I ' ;,I E 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ace - 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; s 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 4 (a) removing overburden and mining ;directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: �i�z . 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: Nam( Date: Witnessed 'By: Name Date: STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) .. AFFIDAVIT OF 4 The undersigned, being duly sworn deposes and says: • 1. My full name is . 6AII: l 11;t%'7 —5-44)T S ; 2. Ireside at r, •SOJi'k LiA� ; 3. I was born on 1 19 (2 3 in (�iL,` ✓ r l �G 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a ic r 7. 1 have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since I VI `( 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 nderstood. 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 1-1 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods:. __ PAY, it Affiant's Initials ; and 11 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: 611111, S1'�rtiT�S Date: % — 2 r-- o 9' Witnessed By: Name: ,Q A � Date:_ k giant's Wtials • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF BUTTE The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is �i5 � . q (�� 14c— A- 1 s a Pu; 2. I reside at 2, g J S �� i born • • M u A..t 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of 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 L4 ; 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 is have understood that the, New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2; Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit ng of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 1 XI fr Affiant's Initials ; and • Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 i 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement 'contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: G eg- A3 'K Name: Date: Witnessed' By: . Name: ?5Pv kL4 0 Date: Ia�/D Affiant's Initials r STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) t AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn; deposes and says: 1. My full name is �iy41�j �d 2. I reside at 31'I Z ;5 LIRA 3. I was born on CI G% = 2 1 , 19.5-,7 in :-Z An. { 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 dg C� 1L 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 19 91 ; 8. 1 have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since T'/ 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: _ _Go /r-I9ey,i1 , ✓t w Affiant's Initials ; and n LJ 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 F knowledge. By:� Name:r Date: Witnessed By: Name: e e .4t) Date: I' d S��d fj Affiant's Initials . r F d 1 .r WELDINGSU PPLY BOB BERGER 2013 t incoln Blvd. 357 E. park Ave. Vice President Qroville, co 95965 Cell (530) 570-8494 p,p. Box 2166 534-6556 Chico, CA 95928 rberger®mibwelding.com ph, (530) ph. (530) 342-3589 www.mibwelding.com TRIANGLE FAX (530) 342-1715 GGASIN Miller. Lj inparsollitand. fKmS • PROEESSIOMLL SIR COMPRESSORS 7E,Rmd�" • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF r The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is lzbp—f�— 2. I reside at -3'57 CF- c r k C:�Wc. o 9M2-9 ; 3. I was born on r 19 to I in e ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a Lk %A Sv 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in business tTnsactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since U3 • Affidavit ofa Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: UP_I � A c, •A i.k. oo 5 ric, cfl 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 b it P ( open -pit Affiant's Initials �n �3 J 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: 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. s By:/ Name: Date: 0 Witnessed By: �1 Name: Affant's Initials • Affidavit of Page 4 of 4 Date: d Affiant's Initials � r� • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 0 3. 1 was born on , 19Z& in _�1 ��(Ct.�►Qh'iG�- ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 1: 6. I am employed as a (_� (,� j� �� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with • Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since S Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) .dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: j and Affiant's Initials 6Q- • 0 Y " Affidavit of %i` -- Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe. each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. By: Name: Date:I f / fJ Witnessed By: b 6 U / Aj .1-J. J41f�Name:� Date: Affiant's Initials i • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 3. I was born on lel �, , 19CJ_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 asa��� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since" n hyY h I n 100) ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since\ • Affidavit of ������� (�yt�. 1 (W� Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New, Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by • (a), removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and • quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: � \l Y(3 V \m\L.ry)ol � V Affiant's Initials t 1• • • Affidavit of'1 . } Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not, typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. r By: Name: GO CA ny Date: Witnessed By: Name:M LC Date: Afflant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF ARV .M LO�tinl The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at //ao Cy _ d�'� ' r im M q6;�22; 3. I was born on 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a _ �(/AhL- W AQT- 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 ZA 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: -/ �,Z3 Aff ant's Initials _4EA w Affidavit of , l 46�9&z Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. By: e Name: LAA A2 Dat G . Witnessed By: Nam( Date: <�) 12-9 � CHICO SCRAP METAL ' t'r George Scott, Sr. t 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CA 95938 (530) 345-6241 FAX(530)345-6025 + Resale �t SRKNB28750345 �- George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CA 95928 (530)343-7166 FAX (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRAP METAL, INC. Demolition Contractor CA Lic. No. 812871 • • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF C. The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: r, 1. My full name is 4eorqc' 2. I reside at6() CA ; 3. I was born on JkW 31 1931 in L%h4c& ; 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 hisagents, �agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a d W �K G't '- M� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in Vbusiness transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since / iJ Affidavit of 6CM& Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: S6* 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 0 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 Affn"Pe T»it;ole Affidavit of Cleen.e, 03coj'f)'�e . 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: ie hare, bltl� ilvll Pukp Fvt- lea Vaal ; and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: _ Name: Date: Witnessed By: Name Affiant's Initials I/ • 0 Affidavit ofy1� %+•�� �� Page 4 of 4 ` Date: Affiant's Initials �1J STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is t,R.(� (� S' -TT 2. I reside at kIG- c4*( cam► ,CA 3. I was born on 19 in (4<JtJ cJ_Ut � t (� ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his . agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, 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 M �—sytC U .V_ e(L- 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since /97'? ; ® N n csm CHICO SCRRP METHL, Inc. George Scott, Sr. 766 Chico Oro Hwy. Durham, CH 95938 Phone: (530) 345-6241 Fax: (530) 345-6025 George Scott, Jr. 878 E. 20th St. Chico, CH 95928 Phone: (530) 343-7156 Fax: (530) 343-9524 CHICO SCRHP METHL; Inc. Demolition Contractor CH Lic. no. 812871 Resale 4 SRKH82875345 • Affidavit of ee"Cg-u",.S- ",I Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: S�(i ,4(., V '�c � S -77 -,S17 -L.. ��-- 7� �( r9 � 5-U1-,�j&.T LAZA L i LO b 1-14 l3 �' its] :.NL,1''�� 1 /It 1,�j L rj L, �Zl ,t f a P M V A,—r 0 0 G.,I 6 k --"\g1 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-pitf i Affiant's Initials • • Affidavit ofQ-: ({t.c,� .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: r r c,-� laA hW (-�, OkUts 1�0 LO U LS �' s S:r 't;Z� /`t)`n; [ : �/� 6 yV ► It �� �-� N OFF=* d ,-J at-± ,�;�n - I "r rot t 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement, contain herein that is not . typewritten has been set, forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise . indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: Date: Witnessed By: 1 Name: Act" <r'.4/V Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Qrz L t -J Page 4 of 4 Date: Affiant's Initial V 0 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF C1 The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is 2. I reside at 3. I was born on , 19 in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Butte Valley, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California,. Department of Conservation, Office. of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Loganor his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a 091y"-" (:�_-. 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since . 8. I have engaged in business transactions with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ( Lam? Affidavit of A/ Page 2 of 4 9. My business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have included: 10. At various times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, such individuals have discussed with me the nature and intent of such business transactions; 11. At all times in which I have engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that such business was being • conducted in connection with the operation of the New Era Mine; 12. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 13. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the 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 musing directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit Affiant's Initialsm�l • Affidavit of .Page 3 of 4 mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 15. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and engaged in such business transactions with Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: ; and 16. I have fully read this Affidavit; Each statement contain herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. Name: (�c—�� �� c-�-► Dater w Witnessed By: A \ Name: 0ti�o2 Affiant's Initials L Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by' Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: and Affiant's Initials Affidavit of P 3 f3 age o • r 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name Date: Witnessed By: N Date: i • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) R COUNTY OF BUTTE ) ' AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: ' - 1. My full name is 2. I reside at " C .. ; 3. I was born on J 0& 19 15 � in 5af\ 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 q . 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 parry; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to .an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: rf W4\ 1'u104V 'Coilnn�`\ t+(� nit +C) (V" rN -- Nn car G� • ; 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: A_ C� Name: Date: ` d� Witnessed By: N Date: f Affiant's Initials • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF Logon Grew6erger The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: I. My full name is Logo A PAO GrAv6erger- 2. I reside at 12-0 Yemen to o►/a 1*6 3. I was bornon M rx r . Z Z ,19 g i in Pa rad 13 e Co" ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a mm Ck S f V J e h+ (m G k i C d Senior k-kooI ; 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since M 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 &tMAer9ef 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 U 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 j P o. R p r\ Logan koo AtwagS b een minin4 forjething wkeijaer it wo.s Slyicinq of Panning &,e woks minim ; and Affiants Initials L P. G • Affidavit of L o Nh G r&iAerg f 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: LogAn Grau6ergSPI Name: Lo9wrt Grav6ereer Date: 1/30/08 Witnessed By: Date: /--10 —4$- Affiant's Initials L . P• P , / STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is NJL4 y✓ L- ©6/3/'V2 2. Ireside at 112A W L{`E k- Gly/cO C4(p Sq a Dp 3. I was born on ©GTO ��-OZ , 19.58 in C� H ( CO 4 QR—(F, ; 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. 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 y 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 40 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�,¢ {�� L / V �' �J� M.y74:,' d FF$on f OVCR Tlk YAW &5oo� SPlE47-1 PARI V& P(?JCK9T_V ,5&e-/AJG H (GHgA ORE 10 I�S7_A4ttt), f� q'Rb, (icpWo, Eb,�AKED 64(SUO) ;and ��5, f A We lY�Y5£4 / 1r/\j6 _14" Of1AX C OF /'tiS�f%DUL l ��m•� T�`r,P.�- AAS FORM OPMWIA16 HAVE room A 0054*v-S_PO i' iRsi'cuiO W"o Y of<"noNs Aff ant's Initials Affidavit ofC� 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: �P, Name: �� 4Art/ OT Y LO �/fN Date: (7 ( 3 [ 2COO Witnessed By: Name: Date: r-1 0 • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: L My full nai 2. I reside at 3. 4. E M I was born on _02---o,2 '19 - in I f W, ; 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 'mac e �� ✓ p 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since ii<2 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since )9'? `? 1� • Affidavit of2��-� Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California. Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit mining of minerals naturally exposed; (c) mining by the auger method; (d) dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and (h) prospecting and exploratory activities; 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: 114 4 I e.20 ]JOalle Lee 0 W 1 A, I n'n b topic C51A S�at Lcgs-bt- C, &,- �YCs D (!�. Y'A ; and Affiant's Initial Ln Affidavit ofa_ 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: Nar� Date: 1-30 ' O Affiant's Initials��C �� • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 8 1 1. My full name is �-'+O ` �''�-� CA V ; 2. I reside at `'i �- ISO y t—c- w a y 3. I was born on � C,. , 19 t in Groo 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 ZQ06&fQ' � 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since l 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with �1 C� /l �I G i5� Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since ; Affidavit of �J ' Page 2 of 3 ' 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third 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: W4-0" Zf Rr� a� Y�0.N� tQw�ylt� arc\ SLv1r;i►��ac�;vrtiGS I�hCL OA&A cXwAem,�C-r- c� ��WalKc Lo�a�t" A L %% brDV-ctS &Q kAut Ut-(.0 ; and. • f1R�{ �l- vw ,^-L q r ✓►� t,nt d ��w� a l v er . M ti� p l�- ` ✓`" l �s o� k>GC` we ski o h A V�,vhoc�I M�►ti-L • U Affiant's Initials • r: Affidavit of 1 \,4 L o c Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: tiq Name: p Q A ✓1 Date: r Witnessed By: ' Name: Date:4 - Dri Affiant's Initials STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT ry OF _ The undersigned, being dul 7s7om depo es and ksas.,, 1. My full name is r 2. I reside at 3. I was born on2 ��, 19 n �y��`(� e 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 D Creek Road Oroville California ry 95965; t. 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 Gk-�J �. h 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since 1— (��r.<\ K�'rn • is Affidavit of �� •Q Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 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: Can ccm-v4aer TNei eve kkwVeA coo) -1 a o-!S\o on s Cye :YY1w!S • and Affiant's Initials WL Affidavit of WCJ Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; .each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of any knowledge. By: Name: 1/(/ Date: Witnessed By: Namc Date: Affiant's Initials 0 n. • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is C- - 4 3. I was born on c26 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 aq 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 c% �5 ; q Affidavit of 9 Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 7 L -- 10. 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; TL. 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 40 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: W071W Ai.. YU W�1!199Wi i Affiant's Initials Affidavit of Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. By: Name: ! l�� �`-PSn9 .TQr Date: 1-30-02 U /6,le� D. .g Affiant's InitialsF STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). AFFIDAVIT OF Luzu La:�ah) The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full na 2. I reside at 3. 1 was born onloembea19ta in 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and • located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. I understand that. this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a � % `A Q ma Kay� 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since -Se-D. 2 1 , � ; 8. I have personally_witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since kkxbm) k-juTfidept • • • Affidavitof {) Page 2 of 3 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; (All 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; fl L 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: Affiant's Initials P • • Affidavit of �QQ �(� Q t�� Page 3 of 3 13. I have fully read this Affidavit; each statement contained herein that is not typewritten has been set forth by my hand in my handwriting, except as otherwise indicated; and I believe each statement contained herein to be true to the best of my knowledge. L Witnessed By: /1�1 %4 Name: \kxv\ A ony wwne, Date: ►-�o —09 Affiant's Initials_ • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is�,n 2. I reside at 444- & a) 3. I was bornon `0 ee-e-,^,hP-r \L 19'sJA in d"n i C.0 CSA ; 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• Dry � , 5. I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the :Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a a 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since Z %2- 3 uQect► ; 8. I have personally.witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine .with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since • Affidavit of %an 'AAINnay Mi Lime 1 Page 2 of 3 • 9. , At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Loan and/or his s a gents, 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. 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) g dredg in 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;k, _ r . 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: ti,r.� e Seems (2ohc\A r«►ri and i Affiant's Initials1'� s Affidavit of R!1r n AOAOM� M�kC� -61 Page 3 of 3 �� 13. I have fill read tl-is Affidavit;davit; 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: RTn�, 14rr1 bra�V N���� Date: Witnessed By: a, Name: ffin{q ,Date: • STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF BUTTE ). c: AFFIDAVIT OF The undersigned, 1. My full na 2. I reside at I a 3. I was born on 41_ , 19 in ch, 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. 1 have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 1 %G ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with l p Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since uL. Ads 7k l/'� l / V • Affidavit of Page 2 of.5 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; W L- 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; W �- 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; Uj - 12. Based upon my statements and understandings contained herein, it is my opinion that, during the period in which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: b�X,-1I b C( 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. Name Date: % —",5()--Q`6 Witnessed By: —�UPZI-M-Z7 Name: Date: 3o `o< Affiant's Initials k • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j 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 ki 19_f—in OA�\ c , 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his • agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and located at 4095 Dry Creek Road, Oroville, California 95965; 5. ° I understand that this Affidavit may be submitted by Ronald R. Logan or his agents to any or each of the Butte County Planning Commission, the Butte County Department of Development Services, the California, Department of Conservation, Office of Mine Reclamation, or such other governmental authority or court of competent jurisdiction as determined by Ronald R. Logan or his agents, each in their sole discretion; 6. I am employed as a MCL p i (^ 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since 3 ; 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since Affidavit of Page 2 of 3 sA 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; k 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 r: the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining 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 periodin which I have known Ronald R. Logan that he and/or his agents have been engaged in the following activities, which demonstrate continuous operation of the New Era Mine during all such periods: _I-4C�L a- -- Affiant's Initia Affidavit of L �� Page 3 of 3 •. 13. 3 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: ( A, V- -7," Date: • STATE OF CALIFORNIA j COUNTY OF BUTTE ) AFFIDAVIT OF AAAviLmcin. / lenclear�rl The undersigned, -being duly sworn, deposes and says: 1. My full name is qAAs4A . &x�cjn 2. I reside at ALI-1 M6,Xe (' 3. I was born on 19-a in— Cco\%`kg_ C.)K- ; 4. I am preparing this affidavit at the request of Ronald R. Logan and his agents as operators of the placer mining operation known to me as the New Era Mine and • 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 At00!ee_ Lxst�� '}h 7. I have known Ronald R. Logan personally since Ift. 8. I have personally witnessed and/or have worked the New Era Mine with Ronald R. Logan or his agents regularly since `0 Affidavit of kc'A v1 -e. V-tgr Page 2 of 3 • 9. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents, I have understood that the New Era Mine was being operated pursuant to lawful authorization; 10. At all times in which I have known Ronald R. Logan, I have understood that the operations of the New Era Mine were open, obvious, and without concealment to the public or any third party; 11. I understand upon information provided by Ronald R. Logan and/or his agents that the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act of 1975 as codified at California Public Resources Code, Chapter 9, Article 2, Section 2735, states that "surface mining operations" includes all, or any part of, the process involved in the mining of minerals by (a) removing overburden and mining directly from the mineral deposits; (b) open -pit • mining of minerals naturally exposed; mining by the auger method; ( dredging and quarrying; (e) surface work incident to an underground mine; (f) in place distillation, retorting, or leaching; (g) the production and disposal of mining waste; and j2(`**' 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: Wa'. combo 5� o M m er Kau 5-e- i , and �v� . ��0 (1 itials 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: ' SCS � A Witnessed By: Name Date: Affiant's Initials