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September 29,2025 <br /> Jerald Schnabel <br /> Reference: Pikeview Quarry Technical Revision <br /> • Stormwater basin—Northeast of the parking area is an existing stormwater basin that will be <br /> preserved to continue to support wildlife habitat. This is another area on the site that provides a <br /> water source that has been observed to be used as a watering hole for various species. <br /> Additionally, the increased vegetation and trees in this area provides nesting opportunities. <br /> Castle also requests removal of the 70% shrub survival threshold from the permit and reclamation plan. <br /> Castle added the shrubs to provide enhanced reclamation. A 70% survival rate for this enhancement <br /> exceeded the established rules and regulations. Although the shrubs survival rate does not meet the <br /> current reclamation plan, the rest of the revegetation meets the Mineral Rules and Regulations for the <br /> Extraction of Construction Materials Rule 3.1.10 for revegetation that supports a diverse and self- <br /> regenerative ecosystem. During reclamation efforts and through site monitoring, there has been successful <br /> revegetation growth that is sufficient to support the post-mining land uses of wildlife habitat and recreation. <br /> This is demonstrated by the presence of native vegetation, insects, songbirds, and plants dropping seeds <br /> for next season's growth. The results of the vegetation survey are provided as Attachment B to this TR. <br />