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III. COMMENTS -COMPLIANCE Below are comments on the inspection. The comments include discussion of observations made during the inspection. Comments also describe any enforcement actions taken during the inspection and the facts or evidence supporting the enforcement action. This was a partial inspection conducted by Kent Gorham of the Colorado Division of Minerals and Geology. This former underground mine was reclaimed and reseeded in 1996 and early 1997. Ground conditions on this day were excellent and the weather was mild for the fall season. Signs and Markers White PVC pipe markers the perimeter of the reclaimed areas. These markers are in compliance with the requirements of Rules 4.02 regarding marking the perimeter of the disturbed area for underground mines. The operator is reminded that these markers should remain until any final bond release inspection is completed and should be removed prior to final approval of the subject bond release. Revegetation The growing season is effectively over at this site due to mild frost and shorter days. Litter cover from this year's growth is excellent. Trespass grazing has been a problem in the past but was not observed this field season. The operator will likely conduct vegetation sampling next year as 2005 will be the ninth growing season for a large portion of the reclaimed area at this site. Offsite Support Facilities Ron Thompson of Peak Project Management indicated that work at the NW-1 ventilation shaft might commence on November 1, 2004. Norwest Consultants of Salt Lake City will be the project manager of this work. Mr. Thompson indicated that the landowner has been sent written notice that this work is eminent. Please provide the Division with the dates that this work will be completed as soon as they are finalized. Overall, the site appeared in excellent condition for the fall season. The operator is reminded to please complete repair of the reference area fence this field season.