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Task Order LMOO-502 Control Number 10-0253

January 5, 2010

Mr. Michael Fair Hamilton County Environmental Services 250 William Howard Taft Road First Floor Cincinnati, OB 45219

SUBJECT: Contract No. DE-AMOI-07000LM00060, Stoller Task Order LMOO-502, LTS&M - Other Defense Activities Open Burning Request Forms

REFERENCE: LMOO-502-06-506 ODA CERCLNRCRA Site, Fernald, OH

Dear Mr. Fair:

Please find enclosed for your review and approval, seven Open Burning Request Forms for prescribed burns planned for the Fernald Preserve for spring 2010. Maps and a copy ofthe Fernald Preserve Prescribed Burn Plan pertinent to the Open Burn Request are also enclosed. The first map identifies smoke sensitive facilities within fire miles ofthe Fernald Preserve and prescribed acceptable wind directions. The second map shows the location ofthe fire on the Fernald Preserve property. The third map identifies the fire boundary and close proximity. The Fernald Preserve Prescribed Burn Plan contains the smoke management strategy for the planned burn.

\ If you have any questions-or require additional information, please contact Harold Swiger at (513) 648-7528.

Fernald Preserve Site Manager

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Enclosure cc: John Homer, Stoller Harold Swiger, Stoller rc-femald (thru W. Sumner)

The S.M, Stoller Corpuration 10995 Hamilton ( 'len'" 1iigilllay i hu r;';,lI1. OJ i 45030 (513) 64g·52<)4 Ell": (513) 64~·3252' Full Name: Swiger Harold E. Last First M.I. Address: S. M. Stoller 10995Hamilton - Cleves HWy, StreetAddress Apartment/Unit# Harrison Ohio 45030 ZIP Code Home Phone: Alternate Phone: (513)484-2303

Burn Site Address: 7400 Willey Road StreetAddress Ross Township Butler City or Township County

1) Provide a sketch of the burn location below or on an attached sheet. Include the location of the site and burn location within the site, nearest road intersection(s) and distance to/placement of nearest off-site structures including a map showing distances to residences, populated areas, roadways, air fields, and other pertinent landmarks.

Maps containing burn location and fiv~ mile radius are attached.

2) Describe the purpose for the burn. Choose a category: __ Land Clearing -2L Recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range managementor wildlife management practices __ Fires and/or pyrotechnics as part of film-making or video production ___ Prevention or control of disease or pests . Disposal of ignitable or explosive materials tnstructlon for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire (complete item 4 below) \, t Provide a brief written description of your proposed burn: Morgan's Corner Savanna Fire is located on the.Fernald Preserve adjacent to Morgan-Ross Road. The Burn is located just north of Butler/Hamilton County line. This Is the NW corner of the Fernald Preserve. The area Is a developing tall grass savannawith old field and some native grasses sur~ounding scattered burr oaks and swamp white oaks. The area is slow to drain and retains water for an extended Time. There are a number of cottonwoods that bordering the area al1.~.some bush honeysuckle within the burn boundary. The purpose of the burn Is to accelerate conversion to native grass and forbs, remove or control undesirable grasses and woody species, and prepare area for seeding with native prairie mix. A buffer area will be left between the proposed burn and Morgan-Ross Road; also between Paddy's Run Creek and the burn, Cool season grasses will be sprayed at least two weeks prior to the burn with a glyphosate herbicide product to prepare the undesirable grasses for burning. Bush honeysuckle will be cut off the stump.

Open SlJming Request Form \11.003/~~0b8 ------..__._----_._.-_.._~...._._- ---, I I I ', ,~ . '.'"I ~: Open Burning RequestForm

3) Describe the'tnateria"t~·%e~p'u.fn'ed an'd the quantity of the materialto be burned for any categoryidentifr~g{~)\ in 2 above except for l'irisfrubtion for methodsof fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" [see the" "',," following web link for what can be burned: hUp:llwww.epa.state.oh.us/dapc/regs/3745-19/3745-19-03.pdB.

Irwin Prairie Center Fire is approximately 4.1 acres Fuel types include: Fuel Model 1 - grass < 3ft. in height - 73% of unit area Fuel Model 3 - grass> 3ft. in height • 25% of unit area Fuel Model 9 - woody debris • 2% of unit area Fuel loads are moderate

4) To be completed if "Instruction for methodsof fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" is chosen in 2, above. If a structure is to be burned for fire training purposes, call the asbestos programcoordinatorto obtain a copy of the NESHAPS regulations (614-644-2270).

a. Asphalt shinglesshould be removed priorto burning. Have they been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

b. Vinyl siding should be removed prior to burning, Has all vinyl siding been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

c. Asbestos containing material may need to be removed 1prior to burning. Friable asbestos must be removed bya licensed asbestosabatementcontractor. Have all asbestoscontaining materials been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

....! 5) Did the materialto be burned originate from the samesite where it is being burned? -lLYes _No

6) Is the burningsite located within a restricted area? A restricted area is defined as the area within the boundaries of any municipalcorporation (plus a 1,000 foot zone around cities having a population of 1,000 - 10,000 and a one (1) mile zone around cities greaterthan 10,000), _Yes -lLNo: '.1,

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Or, For recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices, please identify the range of dates and times the burnis expected to occur; From: March 1, 2010 To: May 15, 2010

1All demolition/renovation mustbe reported, If ACM 'i~ presen;:'!;;ii~Calion or approval for removal mustbecompleted. See instructions for moredetails. Open Burning Request Form v1.003/2008 . Page 2 -; i ,. ._------~------.

Open Burning Request Form

8) What methods or actions will be taken to reduce the emission of air contaminants? Current and forecast meteorological data will be utilized to identify wind and atmospheric conditions for the area. The effects ofsmoke to the local area and the ambient air quality will be minimized by Burning only on days with upward air movement. Prescribed burns will be limited to days when the air currents would lift the smoke to altitudes above 1700feet. Weather thresholds would also include Direction of wind. If the smoke could be blown towards sensitive areas without sufficient atmospheric 11ft, then the burn would be postponed.

A copy of prescribed fire.burn plan is attached.

1) Local ordinances may prohibitburning, or require additional restrictions. Please identifythe localfire departmentwherethe burn will take place. Please obtain signature of the Fire Chief (note, this is not required but failure to notify may subject you to violation of localordinances).

Ross Township Fire De artment 2567 Cincinnati~Brookeville Road Ross 45013 City/Township Zip Code

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I, certifythat the infofmation set forth above is true and complete. "'. I realize that the Ohio EPA, after\tris request, may determine thatthe open burning is not allowed underits regulations, or may impose certain requirements as partof approval of my request, and shall notify me to that effect once they make ~uch a determination.

In'addition, I realize that no open burning shall be conducted in an areawhere an air pollution alert, warning, or emergency is in effectand t at submission of this notification of intentdoesnot exemptme from compliance with any ~ate or loc repulation or ordinance.

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------Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 Willey Road,Harrison, Ohio45030

Burn Name Burn Morgan's Comer Savanna PresGribecl Burn Manager Harold Swiger Burn Location Fernald Preserve is located at at 7400 Willey Road. The burn is on the northwestcorner of the Fernald Preserve. The area is on the east side of Morgan-Ross Road, 50 yards north of the HamiltonI Butler county line. The area is adjacentto the gravel parking lot coming off Morgan-Ross Roadjust south of the north property boundary of Fernald Preserve. (See attached map.) county IRI Butler (Ross Township) 0 Hamilton (Crosby Township) State ------Ohio Burn Size ApprOXimately 4.1 acres or 1.64 hectares Site Description This tract is a combination of wet and uplandsavanna surrounded by planted woodlot. The area has a shelf along Morgan-Ross Road that slopes eastward down to a slOWly draining flat. There is one low knob in the center of the area. The ground gently slopes to the south to a drainage ditch flowing to the east. The east bOundary is a tree line, vernal pools, and a drainageswale. The north boundaryis a gravel parking lot and drive. The vegetation consists of Burr Oak and SwampWhite Oak saplings in a field of old field grasses along with some native grasses and forbs. There are a few large Cottonwood trees adjacent to the parking lot with some limb debris. The shelf on the west has a number of honeysuckle growing, The land drains slowly and has standing water for a number of days following a rain event.

Fuel Types Fuel Model 1 - grass less than 3 feet in helcht 173 / %of UnitArea Fuel Model3 -: grass greater than 3 feet in height 125 % of UnitArea Fuel Model 9 - Woody debris I 2 %of UnitArea I %ofUnilArea Purpose ofBurn Increase amount of native grasses and forbs in the stand. Burn Objectives - Remove or reduce undesirable grassesand woody species. - Promote growth of desirable grass and forb species. - Prepare site for over-seeding with native prairie mix.

II Receipt Date

Ohio EPA Open Burn Request DOE Burn MoratoriumWaiver February 2009 March 2009

Smoke Sensitive Areas IDirection IDistance IDownWind? Morgan ElementarySchool Northwest of site -2.67 miles Yes 0 No IRI Elda Elementary School Northeast of site - 3.35 miles Yes 0 NoD Ross High School Northeast ofsite -4.11 miles Yes 0 No 0 Ross Middle School \\ Northeast of site -4.18 miles Yes 0 NoD Crosby Elementary, School Southwest of site - 2.27 miles Yes D No IRI Crosby Township SeniorCenter Southwest of site; - 2.44 miles Yes 0 No IRI US Hwy. 27 North - 3.52 miles Yes 0 No D State Route 126 North - 1.73 miles Yes 0 No 0 State Route 128 East of site -0.56 mile YesD NoD CSX Railroad West - 0.18 mile Yes D No [RJ

I Wind Factors Optimal Range Predicted Actual Surface Winds Speed 2 to 6 mph Direction SW clockwise to NW Transport Winds Speed 10 to 25 mph Minimum mixing height 1700 to 6500 feet Dispersion index Neutral to unstable Haines Index Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400Willey Road, Harrison, Ohio 45030

Burn Name Burn ______Morgan's ComerSavanna Prescribed Bum Manager Harold Swiger

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Finefuel moisture 6% to 20 % Days since rain 7 to 10 Rain amount Trace to X -inch

Fire Behavior Typefire Head-fire flame length 1.3 to 14.5 ft. Head-fire rate of spread 14 chains/h to 143 chains/h Date of Burn March 1, 2010 to May 15, 2010 Time of Burn 1000 hrs to 1700hrs

Line of Responsibility I______Name of Crew Member ---"1 I Responsibility II Report

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Equipment ILocation I Crew Size 2 - Pump on Gator Fireline around perimeter 4 crew members 5 -Backpack pumps Fireline around perimeter 5 crew members 1 -Tank and pumpon pick-up Adjacent to Paddy's Run Road 1 crew member Hand tools Fireline around perimeter 3 crew members 2 - Drip torch Within burn boundary 2 crew members ~,: . Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400Willey Road, Harrison, Ohio 45030

Burn Name Burn ______Morgan's Comer Savanna Prescribed Bum Manager Harold' Swiger

Site Preparation/Fire Breaks Spray cool season grasses priorto burn with glyphosate product (Rodeo, etc.) at least twoweeks prior to burn. Bush-hog a fire break around the perimeter edges of the fire boundary. On the west side, the mowngrassalong the road should be extended another pass width with bush-hog. On the south, the firebreak shouldextend 30 to 40 feet in from edge of stream in drainage with a 10 foot bufferbetween firebreak and stream bank. Firebreak on the east flank must be a minimum of 20 feet wide. Bush-hog additional firebreak to east of the area -50 feet outsideof 1st firebreak of equal proportions. On the north, cut a 20 foot firebreak from east corneroverto the gravel parking lot. Gravel parking Jot will act as Safety Zoneandfirebreak on north. Ensurecut grass is not bunched or piled within fire break. Cutlarge wood logs into lengths and remove from burnarea. Weed around each burr oak andswamp white oak sapling in the burn area. Rakegrasses awayfrom the base of eachtree. Weed around wildlife boxes in burn area. Wet sapling circles and wildlife boxes priorto burn if needed. Wet downwind firebreaks priorto beginning burn. Prescribed burnsigns will be placed in bothdirections along Paddy's Run Road prior to beginning burn.

Site Restoration Work Over-seed areawith wet prairiegrassmixture to increase nativeplantpopulation. Seed mix will be broadcast over burn area and the area will be dragged to ensuresoilto seed contact. Monitorarea over the growing season for nativegrasses andforbscontent or any resprouting of undesriables. Sprayany honeysuckle that tries to resprout with glyphosate.

I Stakeholders I Neighbors to Notify Time Dorothy Nieman DaveNieman SandyButterfield Bill Knollman . , Russ Beckner Carl Summe Ross Township Trustees 513-738-2409 CrosbyTownshipTrustees , , 513-367-6556 Morgan Township Trustees . 513-738-3990 Northwest Schools Superintendent 513-923-1000 Morgan-Ross Schools.Superfntendent 513-863-1253 Tom Schneider, OEPA 937-285-6466

Emergency Contacts Phone Cell Medical! Fire! Law Enforcement 911 StollerSite Manaaer 513-648-5294;:: . 513-910-6107 LM Site Manager 5~'3~648-312f8 513-910-4009

Pre-Fire Post-Fire Contact List Contact Number Datemme Dalemme Hamilton County Sheriff'sOffice 513-825-2280 ButlerCounty Sheriff's Office 513-887-3010 Crosby Township Fire Department 513-825-2260 ._- Ross Fire Department 513-863-3410 Ross PoliceDepartment 513-863-2337 _. -i -- Ohio State Highway Patrol I 513-863-4606 I ._-- J L ..J Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Burn Plan 7400 \Villey Road, Harrison, Ohio45030

Burn N"me Burn ______Morgan's Comer Savanna Prescribed Bum Manager Harold Swiger

Site MOp.~p Mop-up will consist of passing through fire area after fire is out andwettingdown all smoldering and smoking debris. Embers will be cut from large debris and soaked.

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Full Name: Swiger Harold E. Last First M.I. Address: S. M. Stoller 10995 Hamilton - Cleves Hwy. StreetAddress Apartment/Unit # Harrison Ohio -=~:...,--_-45030 City State ZIP Code Home Phone: Alternate Phone: (513) 484-2303

Burn Site Address: 7400 Willey Road StreetAddress Crosby Township Hamilton City or Township County

1) Provide a sketch of the burn location below or on an attached sheet. Include the location of the site and burn location within the site, nearest road intersection(s) and distance to/placement of nearest off-site structures including a map showing distances to residences, populated areas, roadways, air fields, and other pertinent landmarks.

Maps containing burn location and five mile radius are attached.

2) Describe the purpose for the burn. Choose a category: __ Land Clearing -lL Recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices __ Fires an~!or pyrotechnics as part of film-making or video production __ Prevention or control of disease or pests Disposaf\qf ignitable or explosive materials Instructioh for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire (complete item 4 pefow)

Provide a brief written description of your proposed burn: Irwin Prairie Center Fire is located on the Fernald Preserve adjacent to Paddy's Run 'Road. The burn is located across Paddy's Run Road from a trucking company and a pallet factory. The area is a developing tall grass prairie with native grasses and wildflowers. There is a wet prairie component enclosed within the area and adjacent to Pat!~y's RUlL~(iiad. Some Canada thistle has been found in the area; the thistle has been treated with herbicides in the past to it)' to controi them. The Purpose of the burn is to improve prairie composition and growth and to control undesirable and invasive species of plants. A buffer area will be left between the proposed burn and Paddy's Run Road; also between Paddy's Run Creek and the burn. ------"------_.------

Open Burning RequestForm v1,O 03/2008 Page1 Open Burning Request Form

3) Describe the material to be burned and the quantity of the material to be burned for any category identified in 2 above except for "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire!' [see the following web link for what can be burned: http://www.epa.state.oh.us/dapc/regs/3745-19/3745-19-03. pdf]

Irwin Prairie Center Fire is approximately 6.97 acres Fuel types include: Fuel Model 1 - grass < 3ft. in height - 15% of unit area Fuel Model 3 - grass> 3ft. in height - 85% of unit area Fuel loads are moderate

4) To be completed if "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" is chosen in 2, above. If a structure is to be burned for fire training purposes, call the asbestos program coordinatorto obtain a copy of the NESHAPSregulations (614-644-2270).

a. Asphalt shingles should be removed prior to burning. Have they been removed? _Yes _No_Not Applicable

b. Vinyl siding should be removed prior to burning. Hasall vinyl siding been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

c. Asbestos containing material may need to be removed "priorto burning. Friable asbestosmust be removed by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. Have all asbestos containing materials been removed? _Yes _No_Not Applicable

5) Did the material to be burned originate from the same site where it is being burned? LYes _No

6) Is the burningsite located within a restricted area? A restricted area is defined as the area within the boundaries of any municipalcorporation (plus a 1,000 foot zone around cities having a population of 1,000 -10,000 and a one (1) mile zone around cities greater than 10,000). _Yes LNp, '

'1 c' 7) Provide the date(s) and Time(s) when the burning is anticipated to take place: Be in End

Or, For recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices, please identify the range of dates and times the burn is expected to occur: From: February 15, 2010 To: Mav 15, 2010

1 All demolition/renovation mustbe reported. If ACM is present, notification or approval for removal must be completed, See instructions for moredetails. OpenBurning Request Form vt ,0 03/2008 Page2 Open Burning Request Form

8) Wllat methods or actions will be taken to reduce the emission of air contaminants? Current and forecast meteorological data will be utilized to identify wind and atmospheric conditions for the area. The effects ofsmoke to the local area. and the ambient air quality will be minimized by Burning only on days with upward air movement. Prescribed burns will be limited to days when the air currents would lift the smoke to altitudes above 1700 feet. Weather thresholds would also include Direction ofwind. If the smoke could be blown towards sensitive areas without sufficient atmospheric lift, then the burn would be postponed.

A copy of prescribed fire burn plan is attached.

1) Local ordinances may prohibit burning, or require additional restrictions. Please identify the local fire department where the burn will take place. Please obtain signature of the Fire Chief (note, this is not required but failure to notify may SUbjectyou to violation of local ordinances),

Steve Miller Ross Township Fire Department 2567 Cincinnati-Brookeville Road Ross 45013 Street CitylTownship Zip Code Phone Number (513 ) 863-3410

Si nature of Fire Chief: Comments from Fire Chief (if any):

I, certify that the information set forth above. is true and complete. I realize that the Ohio EPA, after'this request, may determine that the open burning is not allowed under its requlations, or may impose certain requirements as part of approval of my request, and shall notify me to that effect once they make such a determlnation. I In addition, I realize that no open burning shall be conducted1n an area where an air pollution alert, warning, or emergency is in effect a that submission of this notification of intent does not exempt me from compliance with any at ate a I al requlatlon or ordinance.

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Form v1.0 03/2008 Page 3 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan

r, , 7400 Willey Road, Harrison, Ohio 45030 "1 ' Burn Name Irwin Prairie CenterPrescribed Fire Harold Swiger. r.

Burn Location Fernald Preserve's Irwin Prairie. Burn is located alongthe east side of Paddy's Run Road on the west edgeof the Fernald Preserve. The burn is bounded by Paddy's Run Road on the west and a deer fence enclosure overlooking Paddy's Run Creek on the east. Portions of Irwin Prairiewill be extending to the north and south of the burn boundary. (See attached map)

County 0 Butler(Ross Township) [R) Hamilton (Crosby Township) State ------Ohio Burn Size Approximately 6.97 acres or 2.8 hectares Site Description This tract is a newly established upland tallgrass prairiewith a wet prairie enclosure. The land is a fairly level tract that slopesgently toward the southwest corner.Jhe prairieis open to full sunlighUor most of the day and is only partially shaded in the morning by a line of trees on the west edge of Paddy's RunCreek.

Fuel Types Fuel Model 1 - grass less than 3 feet in height !15 I %ofUnilArea Fuel Model 3 - grass greater than 3 feet in height

! J Purpose of Burn Improve grass composition and growth. Burn Objectives Reduce thatch. Remove undesirable and invasive species. Promote early growth of desirable grassand forbspecies.

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Smoke Sensitive Areas I Direction IDistance I DownWind? MorganElementary School Northwest of site "'2.95 miles Yes 0 No I&J Erda Elementary School Northeast of site '" 3.38 miles Yes 0 NoD Ross High School Northeast 0f site '" 4.19 miles Yes 0 No 0 Ross MiddleSchool Nertheast of site "'4.27 miles Yes 0 No 0 S1. John The BaptistSchool Southeast of site "'4.88 miles YesO NoD Harrison MiddleSchool Southwest of site "'4.81 miles Yes 0 No I&J William HenryHarrison High School Southwest of site "'4.86 miles Yes 0 No I&J Crosby Elementary School, Southwest of site "'2.01 miles Yes 0 No I&J Crosby Township SeniorCehter Southwest of site "'2.27 miles Yes 0 No I&J Cincinnati West Airport, Harrison Southwest of site "'4.85 miles Yes 0 No I&J CSX Railroad t , West of site '" 0.14 mile Yes 0 No lID State Route 1261, North of site -0.75 mile Yes 0 No 0 US Hwy27 North of site -" - 3.56 miles Yes 0 No 0 State Route 128 East of site '" 1.50miles Yes 0 No 0

Acceptable Limits Predicted Actual

Speed Direction TransportWinds Speed 10 -25 mph Minimum mixing height 1700 to 6500 feet Dispersion index Neutralto unstable Haines Index 4 to 5 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 Willey Road, Harrison, Ohio 45030

Burn Name Burn Harol~ ______Irwin Prairie Center Prescribed Fire Manager Swiger

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Finefuel moisture 6 % to 20 % Days since rain 3 to 7 days Rain amount Trace to X-inch

Fire Behavior IAcceptable Limits Type fire Strip-heading fire Head-fire flame length 2.5 ft. to 14.3feet Head-fire rate of spread 16 chains/h to 140chains/h Date of Burn February 15- May 15, 2010 Time of Burn 1000 hrs to 1800hrs

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Equipment ILocation ICrew Size 2 - Pumps on Gator Fireline around perimeter 2 crew members 5 - Backpack pumps Fireiine around perimeter 5 crew members 1 - Tank and pump on pick-up Adjacent to Paddy's Run Road 1 crew member Hand tools Fireline around perimeter 5 crew members 2 - Drip torch Within burn boundary 2 crew members Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 Willey Road,Harrison, ohio 45030

Burn Name Burn ______Irwin Prairie CenterPrescribed---'- Fire Manager Harold Swiger

Site PreparationfFire Breaks Bush-mow a fire break around the perimeter edgesof the fire boundary. Fire breakwill be a minimum of 20 feet in width. Mow additional fire breaks to the north and south of the area approximately 50 feet outside of 1st firebreak. Ensurecut grass is not bunched or piled withinfire breaks. Weed around each wildlife box and rake grasses away from posts. Wet downwind firebreakpriorto burn. Prescribed burn signswill be placed in both directions along Paddy's Run Road prior to beginning burn. Site Restoration Work Each area which has sparse vegetative cover prior to the burn will be seededwith native seed mix. Seed will be broadca~t over area and the areawill be dragged to ensuresoil to seed contact. Any area that has exposed mineral soil as a result of the fire will have mulch cover added over seed.

I Stakeholders f Neighbors to Notify Time . I DorothyNieman Dave Nieman Sandy Butterfield Bill Knollman Russ Beckner Carl Summe Ross Township Trustees 513-738-2409 CrosbyTownship Trustees 513-367-6556 MorganTownship Trustees 513-738~3990 Northwest Schools Superintendent 513-923-1000 Morgan-Ross Schools Superintendent 51~-863-1253 Tom Schneider, OEPA 937-285-6466 ,

Emeraencv Contacts Phone Cell Medical! Fire! Law Enforcement 911 Stoller Site Manager 513-648-5294 513-910-6107 LM Site Manager ~ , 513-648-3148 513-910-.4009

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" Pre-Fire Post-Fire Contact List Contact Number DatefTime DatefTime HamiltonCounty Sheriff'sOffice' 513-825-2280.-- Butler County Sheriff'sOffice 513-887-3010 CrosbyTownship Fire Department 513-825-2260 Ross Fire Department 513-863-3410 Ross Police Department 513-863-2337

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Site Mop-Up Mop-up will consistof passingthrough fire areaafterfire is out andwetting down all smoldering and smoking debris. Embers will be cut from large debris and soaked.

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BurnSite Address: 7400Willey Road StreetAddress Crosby Township Hamilton City or Township County

1) Provide a sketch of the burn location below or on an attached sheet. Include the location of the site and burn location within the site, nearest road intersection(s) and distance to/placement of nearest off-site structures including a map shOWing distances to residences, populatedareas, roadways, air fields, and other pertinent landmarks.

Maps containing burn location and five mile radius are attached.

2) Describe the purpose for the burn. Choose a category: __ Land Clearing --2L Recognized horticultural, silviculturql, range management or wildlife management practices __ Fires an(;l{or pyrotechnics as part of film-making or video production Prevention or control of disease or pests ~ DisposalP,f ignitable or explosive materials Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire (complete item 4 below)

Provide a brief written description of your proposed burn: Bader Corner Fire is located on the Fernald Preserve adjacent to Paddy's Run Road. The burn is located at the intersection of Paddy's Run Road and Willey Road. This area has scattered homes and small businesses. The burn area is a developing tall grass prairie with native grasses and forbs with some remnant cool season grasses. The site is a level shelf frcm which Ihs'Iand drops off sharply on three sides that fall to surrounding roads and terrain; the banks to the east and south have tree and shrub cover, and the bank on the west has a line of trees along the road drainage. the purpose of the burn is to promote growth and health of the native grasses and to reduce the cool season grass component. Burn conditions will be limited to winds blOWing smoke onto site and away from roads. A buffer area will be left between the proposed burn and the tree line. Firebreaks will not extend into wooded areas.

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3) Describethe materialto be burned and the quantity of the material to be burned for any category identified in 2 above except for "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the controlof fire" [see the following web link for what can be burned: http://www.epa.state.oh.us/dapc/regs/3745-19/3745-19-03.pdf]

Bader Corner Fire is apprOXimately5.01 acres Fuel types include: F,uel Model 1 - grass < 3ft. in height. 5% of unit area Fuel Model 3 - grass> 3ft. in height • 92% of unit area Fuel Model 9 - woody debris • 3% or unit area Fuel loads are moderate to heavy

4) To be completed if "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" is chosen in 2, above. If a structure is to be burned for fire training purposes, call the asbestos program coordinatorto obtain a copy of the NESHAPS regulations (614-644-2270).

a. Asphalt shingles should be removed prior to burning. Have they been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

b. Vinyl sidingshould be removed prior to burning. Has all vinyl siding been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

c. Asbestos containing material may need to be removed 1prior to burning. Friable asbestos must be removed by a licensed asbestos abatementcontractor. Have all asbestos containing materials been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

5) Did the material to be burnedoriginate from the samesite where it is being burned? lYes _No

6) Is the burningsite locatedwithin a restricted area? A restricted area is definedas the area within the boundariesof any municipal corporation (plus a 1,000foot zone around cities haVing a population of 1,000 -10,000 and a d,ne (1) mile zone around cities greaterthan 10,000). -t-Yes X No

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"",,"' I""" Or, For recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices, please identify the range of dates and times the burn is expected to occur: From: February 15,2010 To: May 15,2010

1 All demolition/renovation mustbe reported. If ACM is present, notification orapproval for removal mustbe completed. See instructions for more details. Open Burning Request Fonnv1.0 03/2008 Page 2 Open Burning Request Form

8) What methods or actions will be taken to reduce the emission of air contaminants? Current and forecast meteorological data will be utilized to identify wind and atmospheric conditions for the area. The effects of smoke to the local area and the ambient air quality will be minimized by Burning only on days with upward air movement. Prescribed burns will be limited to days when the air currents would lift the smoke to altitudes above 1700 feet. Weather thresholds would also include Direction of wind. If the smoke could be blown towards sensitive areas without sufficient atmosph.eric lift, then the burn would be postponed. _

A copy of prescribed fire burn plan is attached.

- 11- •• 1) Local ordinances may prohibit burning, or require additional restrictions. Please identify the local fire department where the burn will take place. Please obtain signature of the Fire Chief (note, this is not required but failure to notify may subject you to violation of local ordinances).

" .... '/ " ..... j IS . i';'".,: !GjI"13. ,"',,' / • Fire Chief (printed name): Steve Miller Name of Fire Department: Ross Township Fire Department

Address: 2567 Cincinnati-Brookeville Road Ross 45013 ; Street CitylTownship Zip Code Phone Number ( 513 ) 863-3410

Fire De artment Section continued) Si nature of Fire Chief: Comments from Fire Chief (if any):

'I, certify that the information set ~q~h above is true and complete. r realize that the Ohio EPA, after this request, may determine that the open burning is not allowed under its regUlations, or may impose certain'requirements as part of approval of my request, and shall notify me to that effect once they make such a determination.

In addition, I realize that no open burning shall be conducted in an area where an air pollution alert, warning, or emergency is in effect and that submission of this notification of intent does not exempt me from compliance with any other state r local regu ion or ordinance.

Signature

Open RequestForm\11003/2008 Page 3 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 Willey Road,Harrison, Ohio45030

Burn Name Burn ______BaderComer Prescribed Bum ManageI' Harold Swiger

Burn Location Bum is located on the FernaldPreserve alongeast side of Paddy's Run Road at its intersection with Willey Road. Thebum is bounded by Paddy's Run Road and woods lineto the south, east and north. (see attached map)

County 0 Butler(RossTownship) 0 Hamilton (Crosby Township) State ------Ohio Burn Size Approximately 5.01 acres or 2.0 hectares Site Description The area is a fairly level plateau. The landdrops off sharply toward the road and along the woods line to the east and south. The NE edgeof bum is a high bank: of Paddy's Run Creek which has an overhang. The area is a converted old fieldthat still contains a considerable amountof fescues in grassmixture. Some largeold trees have fallen intothe edge of the field. .

Fuel Types Fuel Model 1 - grass less than 3 feet in height I 5 I %ofUnitArea Fuel Model 3 - grassgreaterthan3 feet in height % of UnitArea Fuel Model 9 - Woody debris % of UnitArea i I % of UnitArea 1 ! Purpose of Burn Improve grass composition andpromote growth of native species. Burn Objectives Removeundesirable grasses. Remove woodydebris. Prep site for seeding. Promoteearlygrowth of desirable grass and forb species.

II Receipt Date

Ohio EPAOpen Burn Request DOE BurnMoratorium Waiver February 2009 March2009

Smoke Sensitive Areas IDirection IDistance I DownWind? , ) Morgan Elementary School '. ' Northwest of site - 3.83 miles Yes 0 No IRI Elda Elementary School " \ Northeast of site -3.56 miles Yes 0 No 0 Ross HighSchool Northeast of site -4.48 miles Yes 0 No 0 RossMiddleSchool Northeast of site -4.56 miles YesO NoD S1. John The BaptistSchool Southeast of site -4.01 miles Yes 0 No IRI Miamitown Elementary School South of site -4.96 miles Yes 0 No IRI Harrison MiddleSchool Southwest of site -4.55 miles Yes 0 No IRI WH Harrison High School Southwest of site -4.60 miles Yes 0 No IRI Crosby Elementary School Southwest of site -1.56 miles Yes 0 No IRI Crosby Township SeniorCenter Southwest of site Yes 0 No IRI Cincinnati West Airport, Harrison Southwest of site' '-'4.68 miles Yes u No IRI CSX Railroad Line Westof site - 0.05 miles Yes 0 No IRI State Route 126 North of site -1.41 miles Yes 0 No 0 US Hwy. 27 North of site - 3.73 miles Yes 0 No 0 State Route 128 Eastof site -0.88 mile Yes 0 No 0 Interstate 275 South of site -4.71 miles Yes 0 No IRI Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Burn Plan 7400 WilleyRoad, Harrison, Ohio45030 Burn Name BaderCorner Prescribed Burn Burn Harold Swiger Manager

I Wind Factors I I Optimal Range I I Predicted I I Actual Surface Winds Speed Trace to 6 mph Direction South clockwise to East Transport Winds Speed 25 mph Minimum mixing height 1700 to 6500 Dispersion:index Neutrai to unstable Haines Index 4 to 5

I Weather Factors I I Optimal Range II Predicted I I Actual Minimum relative humidity 30% to 55 % Maximum temperature 38° F to 70°F Fine fuel moisture 6% to 20 % Days since rain 5to 7 Rain amount Trace to y.; -inch

Fire Behavior IIActual -:-:--:-::---:--:--:---:--::----::::-;=--~- Type fire

Head-fire flame length 2.5 ft. to 14.3 ft. Head-fire rate of spread 16 chains/h to,140 chains/h Date of Burn February 15 to May 15, 2010 Time of Burn 1000 hrs to 1700 hrs

Line of Responsibility I______Name of Crew Member 1 I RespQnsibility IIReport

\ \ !. Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 Willey Road, Harrison, Ohio45030

Burn Name Burn Bader__Comer-"- Prescribed Bum Manager Harold Swiger

Equipment I Location I Crew Size 2 - Pumps on Gator Firelinearound perimeter 2 crew members 5 - Backpack pumps Fireline around'perimeter 5 crew members 1 - Tank and pump on pick-up Adjacentto Paddy's Run Road 1 crew member Handtools Fireline around perimeter 5 crew members 2 - Drip torch Within burn boundary 2 crew members

Site Preparation/Fire Breaks Cut and remove largewoody stems and debris from perimeter of burn. Mowfire- break with tractor and bush-bull; it must be a minimum of20 feet wide. Stay back a minimum of 10 feet from edge of bank overlooking Paddy's Run Creek and on south end of burnwith firebreak and tractoror gators. Firebreak will be to east of tree line along Paddy's Run Rd. Ensure cut grass is not bunched or piled within fire break. Weed-eataround trees on outside of firebreak along Paddy's Run Road. Cut grass around each wildlife box and sign; rake grasses away from posts. Spray cool seasongrasseswith glyphosate herbicideproductat least two weeks priorto burn. Cut grassesbetween firebreak and safety zone to northat powersubstation. Place prescribed burnsigns along road in both directions alongWilley Road and to north on PaddY's Run Road.

Site Restoration Work Over-seed area with prairie grass mixture to increase native plant popUlation. Monitorarea for nativegrassesand forbs content in growing season.

I Stakeholders I Neighbors to Notify -::-:--=-~=-:- II Date I 1_---Time DorothyNieman Dave Nieman Sandy Butterfield , Bill Knollman Russ Beckner Carl Summe Ross Township Trustees 513-738-2409 CrosbyTownship Trustees , 513-367-6556

Morgan Township Trustees . L L 513-738-3990 NorthwestSchools Superintend'!;!nt 513-923-1000. Morgan-Ross SchoolsSuperintendent 513-863-1253 Tom Schneider, OEPA 937-285-6466

Emergency Contacts Phone Cell Medica] I FireI Law Enforcement 911 Stoller Site Manager 513-648-5294 513-910-6107 LM Site Manaoer 513-648-3148· 513-910-4009 v·.,

Pre-Fire Post-Fire Contact List Contact Number DatelTime DatelTime HamiltonCountySheriffs Office 513-825-2280 Butler CountySheriff's Office 513-887-3010 Crosby Township Fire Department 513-825-2260 Ross Fire Department 513-863-3410 Ross PoliceDepartment ._- 513-863-2337 Ohio State HiohwavPatrol I 51~-863-4606 ---J --, , I ! L__ .. I --. -- ~-- Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 Willey Road, Harrison, Ohio45030

Burn Name Burn ______BaderComerPrescribed-'--Bum Manager Harold Swiger

Site Mop-Up Mop-up will consist of passing through fire areaafterfire is out and wetting downall smoldering and smoking debris. Embers will be cut from large. debris and soaked.

Final Fireline Condition :

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Burn Site Address: 7400 Willey Road Street Address Crosby Township Hamilton City or Township County

1) Provide a sketch of the burn location below or on an attached sheet. Include the location of the site and burn location within the site, nearest road intersection(s} and distance to/placement of nearest off-site structures including a map showing distances to residences, populated areas, roadways, air fields, and other pertinent landmarks.

, Maps containing burn location and five mile radius are attached.

2) Describe the purpose for the burn. Choose a category: __ Land Clearing -L. Recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices __ Fires and/or pyrotechnics as part of film-making or video production __ Preventibr, or control of disease or pests __ Disposal'of ignitable or explosive materials __ Instruction'for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire (complete item 4 lbelow) - Provide a brief written description of your proposed burn: Trent Lochs Fire is located on the Fernald Preserve along access road to Visitors Center. The burn area is in a curve of the road adjacent to' the site's water treatment facility. The burn is bound on two sides By road and on another by gravel lot and drive of treatment facility. The west side of the burn area is a grouping of vernal pqpls With thick coverings of cattails, sedges, rushes, and grasses. The east half is level with low grasses and a small enclosure of pine trees. The purpose of the burn is to reduce undesirable grass and cattail covers and promote the growth of healthy native grasses and forbs. Burn conditions will be limited to winds blOWing smoke away from visitors center. A firebreak will be cut around the pine tree enclosure to keep fire out of pines.

Open Burning Request Form v1.0 03/2008 Page 1 Open Burning Request Form

3) Describe the material to be burned and the quantity of the material to be burned for any category identified in 2 above except for "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" [see the following web link for what can be burned: http://www.epa.state.oh.us/dapc/regs/3745-19/3745-19-03.pdfl

Bader Corner Fire is approximately 12.33 acres Fuel types include: Fuel Model 1 - grass < 3ft. in height - 68% of unit area Fuel Model 3 - grass> 3ft. in height - 31% of unit area Fuel Model 9 - woody debris - 1% or unit area Fuel loads are moderate to heavy

4) To be completed if "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" is chosen in 2, above. If a structure is to be burned for fire training purposes, call the asbestos program coordinator to obtain a copyof the NESHAPS regUlations (614-644-2270).

a. Asphalt shingles should be removed prior to burning. Have they been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

b. Vinyl siding should be removed prior to burning. Has all vinyl siding been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

c. Asbestos containing material may need to be removed 1prior to burning. Friable asbestos must be removed by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. Have all asbestos containing materials been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

5) Did the material to be burned originate from the same site where it is being burned? .lLYes _No

6) Is the burning site located within a restricted area? A restricted area is defined as the area-wlthln the boundaries of any municipal corporation (plus a 1,000 foot zone around cities having a population of 1,000 -10,000 and a dn~ (1) mile zone around cities greater than 10,000). Yes X Nb -J -

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uS: " ':J)" ,-=------l Or, For recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices, please identify the range of dates and times the burn is expected to occur: From: February 15, 2010 To: May 15, 2010

1 All demolitionlrenovation mustbe reported. If ACM is present, notification 01'',rproval for removal mustbe completed. See instructions for moredetails. Open Buming Request Formv1.003/2008 Page 2 Open Burning Request Form

8) What methods or actions will be taken to reduce the emission of air contaminants? Current and forecast meteorological data will be utilized to identify wind and atmospheric conditions for the area. The effects of smoke to the local area and the ambient air quality will be minimized by Burning only on days with upward air movement. Prescribed burns will be limited to days when the air currents would lift the smoke to altitudes above 1700 feet. Weather thresholds would also include Direction of wind. If the smoke could be blown towards sensitive areas without sufficient atmospheric lift, then the burn would be postponed.

A copy of prescribed fire burn plan is attached.

~ '" - '" 0= '" ~ ? "":0 ~ ~w~ W~W w~ ~ ~ ~ ~' ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ '" W & F1ire mej:lartment Section w, ' w 1 1) Local ordinances may prohibit burning, or require additional restrictions. Please identify the local fire department where the burn will take place. Please obtain signature of the Fire Chief (note, this is not required but failure to notify may subject you to violation of local ordinances).

i2k, ,«, "j'C'i,> >, ', ',ii;., ;t>i,i(j,5:~( "'ii :>"}"';,;, c, Fire Chief (printed name): Steve Miller Name of Fire Department: Ross Township Fire Department Address: 2567 Cincinnati-Brookeville Road Ross 45013 Street CitylTownship Zip Code Phone Number ( 513 ) 863-3410

Fire De artment Section continued) Si nature of Fire Chief: Comments from Fire Chief (if any):

I, certify that the information set f.qrth above is true and complete. c

I realize that the Ohio EPA, after ~his request, may determine that the open burning is not allowed under its regulations, or may impose certain'requirements as part of approval of my request, and shall notify me to that effect once they make such a determination.

In addition, I realize that no open burning shall be conducted in an area where an air pollution alert, warning, or emergency is in effect and that su ission of this notification of intent does not exempt me from compliance with any other~&- r local regul on ~r ordinance. 1--« -/0

Open Burning Request Form v1,O03/2008 Page 3 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 WilleyRoad, Harrison, Ohio45030 Burn Name TrentLochs Wetland & PrairieBum, Harold Swiger

Burn Location Burn is tract locatedin the center of the Fernald Preserve at 7400 Willey Road (see area map). It is bound by the paved Fernald Preserve Visitor CenterAccessRoadon the south and west; the CAWWTcompound borders a portion of the northwest edge. The area is bound on the east by the central site drainage. A large portion of the north side of the area is bordered by additional prairie;the areas will be separated by a fire break. A small'finger of the area lies to the south of the FPVCAccess Road and is boundbetween the south pinesand gravel road (see attached map). County 0 Butler(Ross Township) I&J Hamilton (Crosby Township) State ------Ohio Burn Size ApproXimately 12.33 acres or 4.93 hectares Site Description The area consistof rolling topogr§phy interspersed with vernal pools on the west and leveling outIo nearlyflat prairie to the east. Vegetation within the poolsconsistmostlyof cattailsand a good amountof nativewetland grasses, sedges, and rushes. Wetland vegetation has closedcanopy on most of the vernal poolswith the others havlnqdeep enough waterto havean opening in the middle. Uplandareas are covered with grassesfrom prairie mix and weed species. The finger to the south has a stand of reedcanarygrass and other wetland grass and sedgespecies. There is a small stand of dying pines inset on the eastern end of the burn area. The area of the pinescontains a lot of downwood and standingdead trees. There is a line of power poles for overhead lines running from road on SE end of burn to the CAWWT. Thereare switch boxes attached to plywood boardadjacent to one powerpole outside fence at CAWWT. Underground utilities run across the burn areawith standing water riser pipeswithin the burn. Signage on metalpoles mark path of utilitieswithinthe area.

Fuel Types Fuel Model 1 - grass less than 3 feet in height 168 %ofUnilArea FuelModel 3 -grass greater than 3 feet in height 131 0/0 of UnilArea Fuel Model 9 - Woody debris I 1 % of UnilArea %ofUnilArea -=-_--.-;::;--_-=:--:-----:::-::-_-:-:-__...:....-__---,-,:-----:-_--,,- ,_....L- _

Burn Objectives - Reduce thatch in grass stands. - Remove undesirable and invasivespecies. - Promote earlygroWth of desirable grass and forb species. - Burn standing cattailsand their seed heads . - Protectstanding pineinclusion area

II Receipt Date ~.,..--,..--=-_=_--::-:-:-..,__-----~----_I I Submittal Date

State Air QualityPermit ' ' DOE Burn Moratorium Waiver \ \ February 2009 March2009

.! Smoke Sensitive Areas I IDistance IDown Wind '? CrosbyElementary School - 1.91 miles Yes 0 No lEI CrosbyTownship SeniorCenter Southwestof site -2.37 miles Yes 0 No lEI Morgan Elementary School Northwestof site - 3.64 miles Yes 0 No lID Elda Elementary School Northeast of site -3.04 miles Yes 0 NoD Ross Middle School Northeast of site - 4.03 miles Yes 0 No 0 Ross HighSchool Northeastof site Yes 0 NoD St. John the BaptistSchool Southeastof site Yes 0 No 0 CSX Railroad Line West afsite - 0.35 mile Yes 0 NoD State Route 126 North of site -0.90 mile Yes 0 NoD State Route 128 East of site - 0.77mile Yes 0 No 0 U.S. Hwy. 27 North of site - 3.22 miles Yes 0 No 0 Harrison MiddleSchool Southwestof site - 4.87 miles Yes 0 No 0 Harrison High School Southwestof site -4.92 miles Yes 0 No 0 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 WilleyRoad, Harrison, Ohio 45030 Burn Name Trent Lochs Wetland & PrairieBurn Burn Harold Swiger Manager I Wind Factors I I Optimal Range I I Predicted I I Actual SurfaceWinds Speed Traceto 6 mph Direction ENEclockwise to ESE SW clockwise to W Transport Winds Speed 25 mph to 55 mph Minimum mixingheight 1700 to 6500 Dispersion index Neutral to unstable HainesIndex 4 to 5

I Weather Factors II Optimal Range I I Predicted I I Actual Minimum relative humidity 30% to 55 % Maximum temperature 40° F to 70°F Fine fuel moisture 6% to 20% Days since rain 3 to 7 Rain amount Traceto %-inch

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Head-fireflame length 1.3 ft. to 14.5 ft. Head-fire rate of spread 10 chains/h to 143 chains/h Date of Burn February 15 to May 15, 2010 Time of Burn 10:00 hrs to 18:00 hrs

Line of Responsibility I Name of Crew Member I____Responsibility -"-- ,IReport . ,

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Equipment I Location ICrew Size 2 - Pump on Gator Firelinearound perimeter 4 crew members 5 ~ Backpack pumps Fireline around perimeter 5crew members 1 -Tank and pump on pick-up Fire breakon north end of burn 1 crew member Handtools Fireline around perimeter 3 crew members 2 - Drip torch Within burn boundary 2 crew members

Site Preparation/Fire Breaks Bush-hog a fire break around the perimeter of the fire boundary and ensure cut grass is not bunched or piled within fire break. Fire breakshould be 20 feet wide. A fire break along the edge of the road will be necessary to protecttraffic along the road. Bush-hog one pass along drive and parking area against concrete parking stops. A wider fire break will be needed alongthe CAWWTfence adjacent to the fuel tank to assure there is not a heat build-up there. A fire breakwill be needed aroundthe pine stand inset. Assure that there are no limbsoverhanging the firebreakor into the burn area. Clear fire break of any largewoody debris. Weed-eataround eachof the water line structures, signage, and powerpoles within the burn area. Wet the fire break prior to beginning burn. Removewelded wire fenceon NW corner of poolsat the drainage culvertand remove the planttrays.

Site Restoration Work Evaluate the completenessand effectiveness of burns. Repairany areas in which soil has been damaged. Lightlyover-seed the area with prairie mix.

I Stakeholders / Neighbors to Notify --=-:-:::-=~=- II Date I 1 Time ---' Dorothy Nieman Dave Nieman Sandy Butterfield Bill Knollman Russ Beckner Carl Summe Ross Township Trustees p13-738-2409 Crosby TownshipTrustees ". 513-367-6556 Morgan Township Trustees 513-738-3990 NorthwestSchools Superintend~,nt 513-923-1 000 513-863-1253 Tom Schneider, OEPA 9W-285-6466

Emeraencv Contacts Phone Cell MedicalIFire I Law Enforcement 911 Stoller Site Manager 513-648-5294 513-910-6107 LM Site Manaqer 513-648-3148;" . 513-91074009

Pre·Fire Post-Fire Contact List Contact Number DalefTime DalefTIme HamiltonCountySheriffs Office 513-825-2280 Butler County Sheriffs Office 513-887-3010 Crosby Township Fire Department 513-825-2260 Ross Fire Department 513-863-341 0 Ross Police Department 513-863-2337 Ohio State HiohwavPatrol 513-863-4606 I I Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan 7400 WilleyRoad,Harrison, Ohio 45030 Burn Name Trent Lochs Wetland & Prairie Bum Burn .Harold Swiger _~ ---,- Manager

Site Mop-Up Mop-up will consist of passing through fire area after fire is out and wetting down all smoldering and smoking debris. Monitorareaaround wooded areaand adjacent to fuel tank to ensure fire does notencroach inside protected area.

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.. Full Name: Swiger Harold E. Last First M.I. Address: S. M. Stoller 10995 Hamilton - Cleves Hwy. street Address Apartment/Unit # Harrison Ohio 45030 City State ZIP Code Home Phone: Alternate Phone: (513) 484·2303

7400 Willey Road StreetAddress Crosby Township Hamilton City or Township County

1) Provide a sketch of the burn location below or on an attached sheet. Include the location of the site and burn location within the site, nearest road intersection(s) and distance to/placement of nearest off-site structures including a map showing distances to residences, populated areas, roadways, air fields, and other pertinent landmarks.

Maps containing burn location and five' mile radius are attached.

2) Describe the purpose for the burn. Choose a category: __ Land Clearing -lL Recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildli(e management practices __ Fires and/or pyrotechnics as part of film-making or video production __ Preventi9D or control of disease or pests D;sposa/l~f ignitable or explosive materials Instructioh;for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire (complete item 4 pelow)

Provide a briefwritten description of your proposed burn:

drainages, and wetlands. Different species of thistle have almost taken over the eastern halfof this developing prairie. The area contains several small shrup.patches.: ";', The purpose of the burn is to reduce and bring under control the undesirable weeds and woody vegetation; promote the growth of native grasses and forbs; and prepare site for seeding to native prairie. A buffer will be left between the deep water ponds and the burn area. Thistle rosettes will be sprayed weeks before burn to kill them and allow enough time for rosettes to wilt and dry out. - .

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3) Describethe material:tb 'be burned and the quantity of the material to be burned for any category identified in 2 above except for "Instruction for methods of fire figh.ting or for research in the controlof fire" [see the following web link for what can be burned: http://www.epa.state.oh.us/dapc/regs/3745-19/3745-19-03.pdfJ

Bader Corner Fire is approximately 11.8 acres Fuel types include: Fuel Model 1 - grass < 3ft. in height - 73% of unit area Fuel Model 3 - grass> 3ft. in height - 26% of unit area Fuel Model 9 - woody debris - 1% or unit area Fuel loads are moderate

4) To be completed if "Instruction for methodsof fire fighting or for research in the controlof fire" is chosen in 2, above. If a structureis to be burned for fire training purposes, call the asbestos programcoordinatorto obtain a copy of the NESHAPS regulations (614-644-2270).

a. Asphalt shingles should be removed prior to burning. Have they been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

b. Vinyl sidingshould be removed prior to burning. Has all vinyl siding been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

c. Asbestoscontaining material may need to be removed "prior to burning. Friable asbestos must be removed by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. Have all asbestoscontaining materials been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

, , 5) Did the materialto be burned originate from the samesite where it is being burned? ..1LYes _No

6) Is the burning site locatedwithin a restricted area? A-restricted area is defined as the area within the boundaries of any mU~icipal corporation (plus a 1,000foot zone around cities havinga population of 1,000-10,000 and a one (1) mile zone around cities greaterthan 10,000). _Yes lNb ',1,

7) Provide the date(s) and Time(s) when the burning is anticipated to take place: . ~~ ~ """""""""==""'"'"

Or, For recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices, please identify the range of dates and times the burn is expected to occur: From: March 1,2010 To;.,.__ May 15, 2010

1 All demolitionfrenovation mustbe reported, If AC!',1 is f)iHsenl, noHfit;ation or approval for removal mustbecompleted. See instructions for moredetails. Open Burning Request Form v1.003/2008 Page2 -----_.._------i:....---~'-----.---'------.;i-;----

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8) What.methods or actions will be taken to reduce the emission of air contaminants? CUI'rent and forecastmeteortilogical data will be utilized to identify wirid'cihd atmospheric conditions for the area. The effects ofsmoke to the local area'and the ambient air quality will be minimized by Burning onlton days with upward air movement. Prescribed burns will be limited to days when the air currents would lift the smoke to altitudes above 1700 feet. Weather thresholds would also include Direction of wind. If the smoke could be blown towards sensitive areas without sufficient atmospheric lift, then the burn would be postponed.

A copy of prescribed fire burn plan is attached,

1) Local ordinances may prohibit burning, or require additional restrictions. Please identify the local fire department where the burn will take place, Please obtain signature of the Fire Chief (note, this is not required but failure to notify may subject you to violation of local ordinances),

Steve Miller Ross Township Fire De artment 2567 Cincinnati-Brookeville Road Ross 45013 Street City/Township Zip Code Phone Number (513 ) 863·3410

Fire De artmentSection (continued) Si nature of Fire Chief: Comments from Fire Chief (if any):

l, certify that the information set forth'. above is true and complete. I realize that the Ohio EPA, after this request, may determine that the open burning is not allowed under its requlatlons, or may impose certain requirements as part of approval of my request, and shall notify me to that effect once they make such a determination.

In addition, I realize that no open burning shall be conducted in an area where an air pollution alert, warning, or emergency is in effect and that sub isslon of this notification of intent does not exempt me from compliance with any other stat r focal regula n, or ordinance,

Open EhimingRequest Form y1.0 03/2008 Page 3 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Bum Plan . 7400WilleyRoad, Harrison, Ohio 45Q30

Burn Nams Boot Prescribed Bum 'Burn , -'-- Manager Harold.Swiger

Burn.Loca:l~~.~~m ..is located at the Fernald Preserve at 7400 Willey Road. It is found in the NE cor.:.:.:;le~r__ of t1le'foreverprogl;lction area in thecenter of the site. It is to thewestof the On~Site'Disposal F§lc!llty.. _ The areais bounded on the north by main mown fire breakthrough area; on the west by a deep water pond i the maincenter drainage corridor, and a marsh; on the south by the first streetdrainage corridor; and on theeast by the BootPond and vernal pools that drain into it.

County 0 Butler(Ross Township) 00 Hamilton (Crosby Township) State _O_hi_o _ Burn Size approximately 11.8 acres or 4.72 hectares Site Description The area consist of tall-grass prairie on a lightly rolling topography that drops off into ponds, vernal pools, and drainages. A mixture of Canada, bull, muskthistle haveovertaken a largeamount of the

Onevernal poolcontaining wetland prairie grasses, sedges, andrushes is contained within the burn area. The areacontains several small planted' shrub patches witha number of mortalities. Each planting is contained Within a welded wire fence. Two tree swallow bird boxeson wooden postsare located within the boundary. Onewetland piezometer is located within the area.

Fuel Types Fuel Model 1 - grass lessthan 3 feet in height 173 %or UnitArea Fuel Model 3 - grass greaterthan 3 feet in height 126 %of UnitArea Fuel Model 9 - woody debris I 1 %or UnitArea ) Purpose of Burn Improve native grasscomposition and growth. Burn Objectives - Remove undesirable and invasive species. - Reduce thatch in grassstands - Promote earlygrowthof desirable grassand forbspecies. - Prepare sitefor over-seeding with native prairie mix.

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StateAir Quality Permit DOEBurn Moratorium Waiver February 2009 March2009

", . Smoke Sensitive Areas IDirection, IDistance I DownWind? Crosby Elementary School '\ " Southwest of site .... 2.39 miles Yes 0 No IX! Crosby SeniorCenter Southwest of site .... 2.82 miles Yes 0 No IX! .I Northwest of site__ .... 3.55miles Yes 0 No 0 EldaElementary School Northeast of site ",,:2.65 miles Yes 0 No 0 Ross Middle School Northeast of site .... 3.60miles Yes 0 No 0 Ross High School Northeast of site .... 3.52 miles Yes 0 NoD S1. Johnthe BaptistSchool Southeast of site .... 4.22 miles Yes 0 No 0 CSX Railroad Une West of site .... 0.78miles Yes 0 No 0 State Route 126 North of site Yes 0 No 0 State Route 128 East of site .... 0.80 miles Yes 0 No 0 US Hwy27 North of site .... 2.83 miles Yes 0 No 0 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Burn Plan 7400 Willey Road, Harrison, Ohio 45030' ,", j(,""\f', BUI'n Nami: Boot Prescribed Burn Burn '" Harold Swiger ______Manager ---,.---.,,-_._------_.

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Equipment I Location ", ICrew Size 2 - Pump on Gator Fireline around perime'ter,l 4 crewmembers 4 - Backpack pumps FireJine around perimeter 4 crewmembers 1 -Tankand pump on pick-up Firebreakon north end of burn 1 crew member Hand tools Fireline around perimeter 3 crewmembers 2 - Driptorch Within burn boundary 2 crew members

Site Preparation/Fire Breaks Bush-hoga fire break aroundthe perimeterofthe fire boundary and ensure cut grass is not bunched or piled within fire break. Fire break shouldbe 30 feet wide. The fire break may extendover bank at ponds and vernalpools but musthave a minimumof20 feet on level surface. Removefences from aroundshrubs and cut 3 to 5 foot buffer aroundthe eachsurviving shrub. Cut grasses aroundeach wildlife box andthe piezometer. Rake grasses away from posts. Wet downwind firebreaks prior to beginning burn. Wet downwildlife boxesprior to burn. SafetyZone will be bush-hogged and the grass clumpsremoved(see attached map). An escaperoute will be cut in the grasses from the firebreak to site firebreak and the safetyzone. Sprayrosettes with glyphosate herbicide product at least two weeks prior to bum.

Site Restoration Work Evaluatethe completeness and effectiveness ofbums. Repairany areas in which soil has been damaged. Over-seedareas overtakenby invasive species with prairiemixes using seed drill pulled by tractor shortly after burn.

I Stakeholders / Neighbors to Notify DorothyNieman Dave Nieman ' SandyButterfield Bill Knollman Russ Beckner , Carl Summe \\ Ross Township Trustees I 513-738-2409 CrosbyTownshipTrustees 513-367-6556 Morgan TownshipTrustees 513-738-3990 NorthwestSchools Superintendent 513-923-1000 Morgan-Ross Schools Superintendent 513-863-1253 Tom Schneider, OEPA 937-285-6466

", ,.",'" Emergencv Contacts Phone e. .. -,' ' Cell Medical! Fire! Law Enforcement 911 StollerSite Manaqer 513-648-5294 513-910-6107 LM Site Manaoer 513-648-3148 513-910-4009 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Burn Plan 7400 Wi.Ilcy Road, Harrison, Ohio 4503D

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------Pre-Fire Post-Fire Contact List Contact Number Datemme Datemme Hamilton County Sheriff's Office 513-825-2280 r r ButlerCountySheriff's Office 513-887-3010 , CrosbyTownship Fire Department 913-825-2260 Ross Fire Department 513-863-341 0 Ross PoliceDepartment 513-863-2337 Ohio State Highway Patrol 513-863-4606

Site Mop-Up Mop-up will consistof passing through fire area afterfire is out and wetting downall smoldering and smoking debris. Monitorarea around eachwildlife boxandshrub to ensure fire does not encroach insideprotected area.

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.. " Full Name: Swiger Harold E. Last First M.I. Address: S. M. Stoller 10995 Hamilton - Cleves Hwy. StreetAddress Apartment/Unit # Harrison Ohio 45030 ZIP Code Home Phone: Alternate Phone: (513) 484-2303

Burn Site Address: 7400 Willey Road StreetAddress Crosby Township Hamilton Cityor Township county

1) Provide a sketch of the burn location below or on an attached sheet. Include the location of the site and burn location within the site, nearest road intersection(s) and distance to/placement of nearest off-site structures including a map showing distances to residences, populatedareas, roadways, air fields, and other pertinent landmarks.

Maps containing burn location and five mile radius are attached.

2) Describe the purpose for the burn. Choose a category: __ Land Clearing --2L Recognized horticult.ural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices __ Fires an~(or pyrotechnics as part of film-making or video production __ Preventleh or control of disease or pests __ Disposal;qf ignitable or explosive materials __ Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire (complete item 4 'below)

Provide a brief written description of your proposed burn: Knollman Savanna Fire is located in the southeast corner of the Fernald Preserve adjacent to Willey Road. The burn area consists of a developing savanna of native prairie grasses, forbs, scattered cool season grasses, and burr oaks. Much of the burn area is contained ~i,thin the boundaries of the site's Lodge Pond Trail. " ,', The purpose of the burn is to convert cool season grasses to native prairie, reduce thatch in native Vegetation, and promote the growth of native grasses and forbs. A buffer will be left between the deep water ponds and the burn area. Patches of cool season grasses Will be sprayed weeks before burn to kill them and allow enough time for grasses to wilt and dry out.

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3) Describe the materialto be burned and the quantityof the materialto be burned for any category identified in 2 above except for "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" [see the following web link for what can be burned: http://www.epa.state.oh.us/dapc/regs/3745-19/3745-19-03.pdfi

Knollman Savanna Fire is approximately 8.55 acres Fuel types include: FiuelModel 1 - grass < 3ft. in height· 25% of unit area Fuel Model 3 - grass> 3ft. in height • 75% of unit area Fuel loads are moderate

4) To be completed if "Instruction for methodsof fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" is chosen in 2, above. If a structureis to be burned for fire training purposes, call the asbestos programcoordinatorto obtain a copy of the NESHAPSregulations (614-644-2270).

a. Asphaltshingles should be removed prior to burning. Havethey been removed? _Yes _No_Not Applicable

b. Vinyl siding should be removed prior to burning. Has all vinyl siding been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

c. Asbestoscontaining material may need to be removed "prior to burning. Friable asbestos must be'removed by a licensedasbestos abatementcontractor. Have all asbestoscontaining materials been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable , 5) Did the material to be burned originatefrom the same site Where it is being burned? -LYes _No

6) Is the burningsite locatedwithin a restricted area? A restricted area is defined as the area within the boundar-ies of any rnuniclpal corporation (plus a 1,000foot zone around cities havinga population of 1,000- 10,000and a one (1) mile zone around cities greater than 10,000). Yes Nb\ - -IX

7) Provide the date(s) and Time(s) when the burning is anticipated to take place: Be in End ;,ii~e\c:' "

... ," u.' . Or, For recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices, please identifythe range of dates and times the burn is expected to occur: From: February 15, 2010 To: May 15,2010

1 All demolition/renovation must be reported, If ACMis present, notification or approval forremoval mustbe completed. See instructions for more details. Open Buming Request Form v1.003/2008 Page 2 • t' ~

Open Burning Request Form

8) What methods or actions will be taken to reduce the emission of air contaminants? Current and forecast meteorological data will be utilized to identify wind and atmospheric conditions for the area. The effects of smoke to the local area and the ambient air quality will be minimized by Burnlnq only on days with upward air movement. Prescribed burns will be limited to days when the air currents would lift the smoke to altitudes above 1700 feet. Weather thresholds would also include Direction of wind. If the smoke could be blown towards sensitive areas without sufficient atmospheric lift, then the burn would be postponed.

A copy of prescribed fire burn plan is attached.

1) Local ordinances may prohibit burning, or require additional restrictions. Please identify the local fire department where the burn will take place. Please obtain signature of the Fire Chief (note, this is not required but failure to notify may SUbject you to violation of local ordinances).

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Fire Chief (printed name): Steve Miller I Name of Fire Department: Ross Township Fire Department : Address: 2567 Cincinnati-Brookeville Road Ross 45013 Street Cify/Township Zip Code Phone Number ( 513 ) 863-3410

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" certify that the information set forth above is true and complete. c I realize that the Ohio 'EPA, after \his request, may determine that the open burning is not allowed under its regUlations, or may impose certain requirements as part of approval of my request, and shall notify me to that effect once they make such a determination. ( In addition, I realize that no open burning shall be conducted1n an area where an air pollution alert, warning, or emergency is in effect and at submission of this notification of intent does not exempt me from compliance with any ot rSMte or loc regUlation or ordinance.

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Open BurningRequestFormv1.0 Page 3 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Burn Plan 7400 Willey Road, Harrison, Ohio 45030 Burn Name Burn Harold Swiger 2007019 __Knollman~ Savanna Prescribed--:-- Burn Manager

Minimum mixing height 1700to 6500 Dispersion index Neutralto unstable Haines Index 4 to 5

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Fine fuel moisture 7% to 21 % Days since rain 5 to 7 Rain amount

Fire Behavior I Optimal Range I I_A_c_tu_a_1 ------' Type fire Flanking fires in conjunction with strip-heading fire or circularfire Head-fireflame length 1.3 ft. to 13.8 ft. Head-fire rate of spread 10 CH/H to 143 CH/H Date of Burn February 15 to May 15,2010 Time of Burn 10:00hrs to 18:00hrs

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Equipment I Location ICrew Size I Pump on Gator Firelinearound perimeter 2 crew members Backpack pumps Fireline around perimeter 5 crew members Tank and pumpon pick-up Gravel Road on south end of burn 1 crew member Hand tools Fireline around perimeter 3 crew members ---- 2 - Drip torch Within burn boundar; 2 crew members ------

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Burn Name Burn ______Knollman Savanna Prescribed, Burn Manager Harold Swiger 2007019

Site Preparation/Fire Breaks Grasses will be cut within a threefoot circlearound each tree in the burnarea to limitheat to tree. A tenfoot bufferwill be cut between burn area andsplit rail fences, wells, and signage priorto burning. Trail will be mowed and a ten foot buffer cutadjacent to trail to provide bufferfor the trail. Thirty foot firebreaks will be mowed around the boundary on thenorth and south where thetrailis not the boundary for the prescribed burn. The grass clipping will then be removed fromthe firebreak (e.go/aking or mulching). A fire safety zonewill be cut in the yard grassto the south of the proposed burnarea (seeattached map).' The area will be cleared of grass clipping to preclude burning Within the zone. Safety zone will be marked with flags.

Trailwill be closedoff during prescribed burn operations. Signs will be set up at the trailheaderand on trail at edge of main site entrance to Jet the publicknowthatthe Fernald Preserve is conducting the prescribed burn. Mowed portions of trail will be wet down priorto starting burn along with the split rail fencing.

Site Restoration Work Over-seed any the area sprayed with herbicide along With any barren or sparseareas. Sprayed areas will be seeded with prairie grass mixture using a seed drill.Smallareas will be broadcast seeded anddragged or raked to ensure soil to seed contact. Monitor areafor native grasses and forbscontent.

I Stakeholders / Neighbors to Notify I Contact Number Dorothy Nieman Dave Nieman Sandy Butterfield Bill Knollman Russ Beckner Carl Summe Ross Township Trustees 513-738-2409 Crosby Township Trustees , 513-367-6556 Morgan Township Trustees 513-738-3990 Northwest Schools Superintendent 513-923-1000 Morgan-Ross Schools Superintendent 513-863-1253 Tom Schneider, OEPA 937-285-6466 "

Emergency Contacts It Phone Cell Medical! Fire! LawEnforcement 911 StollerSite Manaqer' 513-648-5294 513-910-6107 ., LM Site Manager - 513-648-3148 513-91 0-4009

Pre-Fire Post-Fire Contact List Contact Number Dalemme Dalemme Hamilton CountySheriff's Office 513-825-2280 ..... ButlerCounty Sheriff's Office 513-887-3010 " 41.'" .' Crosby Township FireDepartment 513-825-2260 Ross Fire Department 513-863-341 0 Ross Police Department 513-863-2337 OhioState Highway Patrol 513-863-4606

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Burn Name Burn ______Knollman Savanna Prescribed--,-- Bum Manager Harold Swiger 2007019

Site Mop-Up MOp-up will consist of passing through fire area afterfire is outandwetting down all smoldering and smoking debris. Monitor areaaround each split-rail fence, marker, well, and oak to assure there are no embers present to re-ignite grasses. '

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Burn Site Address: 7400Willey Road StreetAddress Crosby Township Hamilton Cityor Township County

1) Provide a sketch of the burn location below or on an attached sheet. Include the location of the site and burn location within the site, nearest road intersection(s) and distance to/placement of nearest off-site structures including a map showing distances to residences, populatedareas, roadways, air fields, and other pertinent landmarks.

Maps containing burn location and five mile radius are attached.

2) Describe the purpose for the burn. Choose a category: __ Land Clearing -lL Recognized horticultural, silvicultural, range management or wildlife management practices __ Fires an~(or pyrotechnics as part of film-making or video production __ Prevention or control of disease or pests __ Disposal'pf ignitable or explosive materials __ }nstruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire (complete item 4 below) .- .

Provide a brief written description of your proposed burn: 2010 OSDF Fire is located on the north end of the On-Site Disposal Facility which is in the northeast corner of the Fernald Preserve. The burn area is on top of the disposal facility; the land gently slopes toward the sides. The vegetation consists of a developing prairie with native grasses, forbs, and cool se~son grasses and weeds. The purpose of the burn is to controfu~desirable grasses and weeds and to promote growth of native grasses and forbs,

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3) Describe the material to be burned and the quantity of the material to be burned for any category identified in 2 above except for "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" [see the following web link for what can be burned: htlp://www.epa.state.oh.us/dapclregs/3745-19/3745-19-03.pdfJ

2010 OSDF Fire is approximately 6.0 acres Fuel types include: Fuel Model 1 - grass < 3ft. in height - 40% of unit area Fuel Model 3 - grass> 3ft. in height - 60% of unit area Fuel loads are moderate

4) To be completed if "Instruction for methods of fire fighting or for research in the control of fire" is chosen in 2, above. If a structure is to be burned for fire training purposes, call the asbestos program coordinator to obtain a copy of the NESHAPS regulations (614-644-2270).

a. Asphalt shingles should be removed prior to burning. Have they been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

b. Vinyl siding should be removed prior to burning. Has all vinyl siding been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

c. Asbestos containing material may need to be removed 'priorto burning. Friable asbestos must be removed by a licensed asbestos abatement contractor. Have all asbestos containing materials been removed? _Yes _No _Not Applicable

5) Did the material to be burned originate from the same site where it is being burned? lYes _No

6) Is the burning site located within a restricted area? A restricted area is defined as the area within the boundaries of any mU~i~ipal corporation (plus a 1,000 foot zone around cities having a population of 1,000 -10,000 and a one (1) mile zone around cities greater than 10,000). Yes X Nb', - -I.

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8) What methods or actions will be taken to reduce the emission of air contaminants? Current and forecast meteorological data will be utilized to identify wind and atmospheric conditions for the area. The effects ofsmoke to the local area.and the ambient air quality will be minimized by Burning only on days with upward air movement. Prescribed burns will be limited to days when the air currents would lift the smoke to altitudes above 1700 feet. Weather thresholds would also include Direction of wind. If the smoke could be blown towards sensitive areas without sufficient atmospheric lift, then the burn would be postponed.

A coPY of prescribed fire burn plan is attached.

1) Local ordinances may prohibit burning, or require additional restrictions. Please identify the local fire department where the burn will take place. Please obtain signature of the Fire Chief (note, this is not required but failure to notify may subject you to violation of local ordinances).

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Open Burning '" Page 3 Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Burn Plan 7400 WilleyRoad, Harriso~.' Ohio 45030

'.~, " Burn Name Burn ______2010 OSDF Prescribed Bum t Manager Harold Swiger

Burn Location Burn islocated at the Fernald Preserve at7400 Willey Road. It is found on the On-Site DisposalFacilit¥ (OSDF) located in the NEquarterof the site. The burn is restrained to the 10 to 1 and 20 to 1 slopesof the 2" and 3rd cell caps on the north end of the OSDF. To the east and westare 6 to 1 slopes of prairie grasses. Cell cap 1 prairie is to the north and cell cap 4 prairie is to the south. See attached map.

County [8J Butler(RossTownship) [8] Hamilton (Crosby Township) State ------Ohio Burn Size Approximately 6.0 acresor 2.4 hectares Site Description The burn area is comprised of a mixture of native prairie grassspecies, covercrop and weed ~cies. The area is the high point on the disposal facility; the sidesgentlyslopedown to edge of burn where the slope increases down the side of eachdisposal cell cap. A markeris found in the ground at the high pointof the break between each disposal cell (a round metal marker). There are scattered thistle plantswithin the burn area boundary.

Fuel Types Fuel Model 1 • grass lessthan 3 feet in height 140 %of UnitArea Fuel Model 3 - grassgreaterthan 3 feet in height ]60 %of UnitArea %of UnilArea

Purpose of Burn Promote native prairie species growth and health Burn Objectives - Remove or reduceundesirable grasses and invasive species. - Promote growth of desirablegrassand forb species. 7" Prepare site for over-seeding with native prairiemix.

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Smoke Sensitive Areas Direction Distance DownWind? CrosbyElementary School Soutnwest of site ... 2.76 miles Yes 0 No 0 Crosby Township SeniorCenter Southwest of site ... 3.18 miles Yes 0 No 0 Morgan Elementary School Northwest of site ... 3.63 miles Yes 0 No 0 Elda Elementary School Northeast of site "'2.37 miles Yes 0 No IBl Ross MiddleSchool

St. Rte. 128 ,[ East of site N 0.77 mile Yes 0 NQ 0 St. Rte. 126 Northof site - 0.24 mile Yes 0 No IBl U.S. Hwy. 27 Northof site ... 2.55 miles Yes 0 No IBl

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Speed .,.. Trace to 10 mph .' Direction WSW clockwise to WNW"" or S clockwise to ESE Transport Winds Speed 25 mph Minimum mixing height 1700 to 6500 feet Dispersion index Neutral to Unstable

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Burn Name Burn ______2010 OSDF Prescribed Bum Manager Harold Swiger

Finefuel moisture 6% to 20% Dayssincerain 5 to 10 days Rain amount Traceto % -inch

Fire Behavior Type fire Head-fire flame length 1.3 ft. to 14.5ft. Head-fire rate of spread 10chains/h to 143chains/h Dateof Burn March 15 to May 15, 2010 Time of Burn 10:00 hrs to 18:00hrs

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Equipment ILocation ICrew Size 2 - Pump on Gator Fireline around perimeter 4 crew members 4 - Backpack pumps Fireline around perimeter 4 crew members 1 -Tankand pumpon pick-up Gravel road at toe of-slope 1 crew member Hand tools Fireline around pe~l~eter 3 crew members 2 - Driptorch Within burn boundary 2 crew members

Site Prepaii,;!jon/Fire Breaks Fire breaks will be constructed by mowing 30 foot stripsat the 6 to 1 slope breaks on the eastand yvest flanks. The mowed areawill extend downontothe 6 to 1 slopewith a minimum of halfthe mown brer1..k being on that slope. The mowed breakwill continue around the southand north ends of the burn area within!heburn area. Cutgrasswill be removed fromthe fire break placed within the burn:9rea. Fire break . on the down-wlr~E~ side of the burnwill be sprayed withwaterpriorto ignition of burn. , A'$afety zonewill be mowed and raked on Cell 1 caps' 10 to 1 an<:i. 20 to..1 slope::;. The areawill be 8 Minimum of 60.feet deep and 100feetwide (see attached map) !,:~.. ':, '...... _. _ Fernald Preserve Prescribed Fire Burn Plan 7400 Willey Road,Harrison, Ohio 45030

Burn Name Burn ______2010 OSDF Prescribed Bum ' Manager Harold Swiger

Site Restoration Work Monitorthe area after the burn and evaluate the completeness and effectiveness. Over seed the burn areawith cell cap prairie mixturewithin a couple of weeks. Water the area shortlyafter seeding if no rain is forecastto stimulate germination. .

I Stakeholders I Neighbors to Notify I Contact Number Time Dorothy Nieman Dave Nieman Sandy Butterfield Bill Knollman Russ Beckner CarlSumme Ross Township Trustees 513-738-2409 CrosbyTownship Trustees 513-367-6556 Morgan Township Trustees 513-738-3990 Northwest Schools Superintendent 513-923-1000 Morgan-Ross SchoolsSuperintendent 513-863-1253 Tom Schneider, OEPA 937-285-6466

Emergency Contacts Phone Cell Medical! Fireflaw Enforcement " 911 Stoller Site Manager 513-648-5294 513-910-6107 LM Site Manager 513-648-3148 513-910-4009

Pre-Fire Post-Fire DatelTime Datemme Contact List Contact Number Hamilton County Sheriff'sOffice 51g-825-2280 ButlerCountySheriff's Office 513-887-3010 CrosbyTownship Fire Department 513-825-2260 Ross Fire Department 513-863-3410 Ross PoliceDepartment 513-863-2337 . Ohio State HiqhwavPatrol " 513-863-4606 \'

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Site Mop-Up Mop-up will consist of passingthroughfire areaafterfire is out and wetting downall smoldering and smoking debris. .

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