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above the ground per recommendations in Section 5.2.4.15 of the San Joaquin County Multi- Species Habitat Conservation and Open Space Plan. Vegetation that is maintained in this state will preclude BUOW presence. Gull survey Methods The survey was conducted from the high vantage point in the southern portion of the site where no active landfill activities are currently taking place, and most previous gull surveys by WRA have been conducted (Figure 1). Nearly all of the landfill property was visible from this area, including the active face located approximately 0.3 mile to the north. Observations were made using binoculars, a spotting scope (with 60x zooming capability) as well as the naked eye. The active face and other portions of the landfill were observed continuously from 12:30 to 2:30 PM for a total of two hours, with the primary goal of enumerating and identifying to species any gulls present. Weather conditions were favorable to the survey, with partly cloudy skies, warm temperatures (approximately 65° F) and wind less than 8.0 mph throughout the survey. All wildlife species observed at the landfill during the survey were noted. Results No gulls were observed throughout the survey, neither in association with the landfill or simply flying over the site. Five to ten blackbirds (red-winged [Agelaius phoeniceus] and/or Brewer's [Euphagus cyanocephalus]) were loafing and foraging on the ground near the active face throughout the observation period. A handful of common ravens (Corvus corax) were also observed in the vicinity of the active face. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like additional information or have questions about any of these survey efforts. Sincerely, JG-AAL Jason Yakich Wildlife Biologist Tel: 415-454-8868 x124 Email: yakich@wra-ca.com Attachment: Figure 4