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Attachment A

Completed Inspection Checklists

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

PARCEL I7-2-26 (Group 3A)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4.

- Several tree cages along the Housatonic riverbank identified as needing repair during the September 2011 inspection had been repaired.

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-30 (Group 3A)

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.- Some maple trees are approaching the maximum trunk size for the tree cages and should be monitored during the next inspection.

4

- Several tree cages along the Housatonic riverbank identified as needing repair during the September 2011 inspection had been repaired.-

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- Monitor the tree cage size on the maple trees.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-31 (Group 3A)

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Based on discussions with EPA, the removal of the tree cages around the maple trees is not appropriate at this time.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.- Some maple trees are approaching the maximum trunk size for the tree cages and should be monitored during the next inspection.

4

- Several tree cages along the Housatonic riverbank identified as needing repair during the September 2011 inspection had been repaired.-

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- Monitor the tree cage size on the maple trees.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-32 (Group 3A)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

Based on discussions with EPA, the removal of the tree cages around the maple trees is not appropriate at this time.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.- Some maple trees are approaching the maximum trunk size for the tree cages and should be monitored during the next inspection.

4

- Several tree cages along the Housatonic riverbank identified as needing repair during the September 2011 inspection had been repaired.-

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- Monitor the tree cage size on the maple trees.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-33 (Group 3A)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

Based on discussions with EPA, the removal of the tree cages around the maple trees is not appropriate at this time.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.- Some maple trees are approaching the maximum trunk size for the tree cages and should be monitored during the next inspection.

4

-

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- Monitor the tree cage size on the maple trees.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-35 (Group 3A)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)Based on discussions with EPA, the removal of the tree cages around the maple trees is not appropriate at this time.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.- Some maple trees are approaching the maximum trunk size for the tree cages and should be monitored during the next inspection.

4

-

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- Monitor the tree cage size on the maple trees.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-36 (Group 3A)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)Based on discussions with EPA, the removal of the tree cages around the maple trees is not appropriate at this time.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)

4

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-44 (Group 3A)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)

4

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-45 (Group 3A)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

PARCEL I7-3-5 (Group 3B)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4.

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

PARCEL I7-3-6 (Group 3B)

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIESHOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4.

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-3-7 (Group 3B)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

PARCEL I7-3-9 (Group 3B)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4.

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4.

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-3-10 (Group 3B)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

PARCEL I7-3-11 (Group 3B)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)

4

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.- Wood chips were installed by EPA to cover sand/silt deposits observed along the Housatonic riverbank after high water

levels were observed during Tropical Storm Irene.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- Some tree cages were reinstalled by EPA along the Housatonic riverbank and were observed to be in good condition.

4.

- Willow tree observed with beaver damage during the September 2011 inspection had been pruned and is in good condition.- A tree cage had been installed around the willow tree observed with beaver damage during the September 2011 inspection.

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-1 (Group 3C)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

PARCEL I7-2-2 (Group 3C)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)

4

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- Tree guard/cage had been removed prior to fall 2011 inspection.

4.

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-3 (Group 3C)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.- EPA installed a soil barrier in the northeast portion of the parcel along the Housatonic riverbank to protect homeowner's

property from flood damage.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4.

-

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-2-20 (Group 3C)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)Several tree cages along the Housatonic riverbank identified as needing repair during the September 2011 inspection had been repaired.

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

PARCEL I7-3-1 (Group 3D)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

PARCEL I7-3-2 (Group 3D)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)

4

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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I. GENERAL INFORMATION

Inspection Date: 8/14/2012Conducted By/Phone Number: Paolo Filippetti/ (585) 662-4035Weather Conditions: Mostly Sunny - 77°FDate of Last Inspection: 9/13/2011

II. INSPECTION SUMMARY1.

- Confirmed

2.

- All areas in good condition.

3.

- N/A (monitoring of restored vegetation was previously completed)- All observed tree guards/cages in good condition.

4.

- None

III. FOLLOW-UP MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR ACTIVITIES- None

INSPECTION SUMMARY AND CHECKLIST

HOUSATONIC RIVER (1.5-MILE REACH)RESIDENTIAL FLOODPLAIN PROPERTIES

ATTACH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AS APPROPRIATE

PARCEL I7-99-0000 (Group 3D)

Confirm that Figure 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 (as they apply to the property being inspected) of the Final Completion Report for Removal Action for Housatonic River Floodplain - Current Residential Properties Adjacent to 1-1/2 Mile Reach (Final Completion Report) and the applicable as-built survey drawings included in Appendix B of that document have been reviewed.

Soil Backfill and Other Restored Areas (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note evidence of any of the following: excessive settlement, soil erosion, drainage problems, burrows, vehicle ruts, unauthorized excavations, unauthorized uses of areas, etc.)

Vegetation Area (Note any physical changes since last inspection; note general condition of vegetative cover [e.g., evidence of stressed/sparse cover], other landscaping items [trees, shrubs, etc.] planted during restoration activities, tree guards, tree cages, and tree stakes; for Parcels I7-2-20, I7-2-44, I7-3-6, and I7-3-7, monitor the grass/herbaceous cover for evidence of stress until such time as the cover is adequately established and growing as anticipated; review the applicable restoration planting plan included in Appendix H of the Final Completion Report [for Phase 3, the trees/shrubs subject to inspection are listed on Table H-1 of Appendix H] and determine the percent survivorship of planted trees and shrubs subject to inspection; and measure and record the size of all trees and shrubs subject to inspection.)

Other Observations (Confirm that repair/maintenance measures identified during prior inspection have been performed; note any other general observations, including parcel-specific restoration activities.)

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