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14. The seed mixture provided in Exhibit D identifies eight species with a percent of each in the mixture <br /> and a statement that the mixture will be broadcast seeded at 50 lbs./acre. As required by Rule <br /> 6.3.4(1)(c)(iii),please state seeding rate for each grass and forb species as pounds of pure live seed per <br /> acre(PLS/acre).Please identify if the 50 lbs./acre has already been double to account for the broadcast <br /> seeding method. The Division recommends you contact the Forest Service and/or the local office of <br /> the Natural Resource Conservation Service to help provide you with a recommended seed mixture and <br /> seeding rates. <br /> Response: Please see attached revised Exhibit D—Reclamation Plan, 6.3.4(1)(c)(iii). <br /> Revised seed mix to the Forest Service's recommended mix. <br /> 15. The seed mixture provided in Exhibit D is categorized as an example. Please either commit to seeding <br /> with the example provided or submit the actual seed mixture intended to be used. Please note, if the <br /> seed mixture recommended by the Forest Service changes in the future,you will need to submit the <br /> revised seeded mixture as a Technical Revision to the approved reclamation plan for review and <br /> approval by the Division. <br /> Response: Please see attached revised Exhibit D—Reclamation Plan, 6.3.4(1)(c)(iii). <br /> 16. Please clarify if the broadcast seeded areas will be raked or harrowed to help incorporate the seed into <br /> the soil. <br /> Response: Please see attached revised Exhibit D—Reclamation Plan, 6.3.4(1)(c)(iv). <br /> 17. As required by Rule 6.3.4(1)(c)(ii),please clarify if mulch will be used. If so, please specify the kind <br /> to be used,the crimping method,and the rate of application. <br /> Response: Please see attached revised Exhibit D—Reclamation Plan, 6.3.4(1)(c)(ii). <br /> Please see attached revised Exhibit D—Reclamation Plan, 6.3.4(1)(c)(v). <br /> No mulch will be used. <br /> 18. The proposed post mining land use is forestry. Please clarify if shrubs or trees will be planted as a part <br /> of the reclamation plan to achieve the post mining land use. If so,please provide the rate, species, and <br /> the planting type/size. <br /> Response: Please see attached revised Exhibit D—Reclamation Plan, 6.3.4(1)(c)(vi). <br /> The Forest Service has been notified that we are proposing not to plant additional trees or <br /> shrubs. They have not objected. <br /> Page 5 of 8 <br />