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##  Environment 

Monument is committed to conducting business in an environmentally responsible manner. In fiscal 2011, the Company established environmental monitoring and control procedures in compliance with the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) plan approved by the Malaysian Government Department on the Environment (DOE) and the Mining Scheme adopted by the Department of Minerals and Geosciences (JMG). Sampling results for pH, Arsenic and Cyanide were reported to the authorities on a monthly basis, and as per third party audit conducted in the third quarter, are all in compliance. Weekly water samples are taken at the plant site for water quality control. Removal and disposal of scheduled and hazardous wastes was contracted to the Department of the Environment (DOE) registered contractors. Early in fiscal 2011 a hazardous chemical exposure risk assessment was completed. 

##  Community Initiatives 

Monument Mining has very strong community ties and is part of the local community in Malaysia. The company is committed to being a responsible gold producer and fosters positive developments in the community surrounding the operations. Selinsing Gold Mine is a major economic entity in the District of Kuala Lipis and the Company contributes through royalties, wages, taxes and procurement of goods and services in addition to addressing community needs and promoting sustainable socio-economic development. 

In fiscal 2011, the Company paid $2.6 million in royalties to the Malaysian government from gold sales. Of the 196 employees at the Selinsing Mine site as of June 30$^{th}$ 2011, 194 were hired locally and live in the surrounding communities with their families. 

Local community donations were made during the year including a donation to the Lipis Hospital for the organization of a health awareness program which includes free basic medical screening to the local community. New uniforms and boots were purchased by the Company and donated to the local members of the RELA agency. The Company also established an education fund to sponsor pre-qualified young students from local villages to obtain a University degree with a guaranteed job opportunity at the mine site after graduation. 

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