SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:

The ROD incorporates BLM's selection of the Partial Backfill Alternative (Preferred Alternative/Selected Alternative). The BLM's decision is based on the analyses contained in the Final EIS, and after careful consideration of input received from the public and cooperating agencies.

The BLM will authorize the plan of operations (Plan) for the Robertson Mine Project in the ROD, in accordance with the BLM Use and Occupancy and Surface Management Regulations at 43 CFR subparts 3715 and 3809. The BLM has determined that implementation of this ROD, with the identified mitigation measures and the Applicant-committed Environmental Protection Measures (ACEPMs), will not cause unnecessary or undue degradation of the public lands and is consistent with applicable legal requirements.

In accordance with 40 CFR 1505.2(c), the mitigation measures and ACEPMs required as part of the Plan represent practicable means to avoid or minimize environmental harm resulting from implementing the BLM's Selected Alternative. All mitigation measures within the BLM's authority will be implemented and enforced.

The operator is responsible for obtaining any necessary local, state, and Federal permits, licenses, or reviews. Other agencies are responsible for issuing and enforcing their own decisions and applicable authorizations for the Project.

(Authority: 40 CFR 1506.6)

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