Document:

NORTH VALLEY BANK
                          SALARY CONTINUATION AGREEMENT

     THIS AGREEMENT is made this ________ day of _______________, 2001, by and
between NORTH VALLEY BANK, a state-chartered commercial bank located in Redding,
California (the "Company") and ___________________(the "Executive").

                                  INTRODUCTION

     To encourage the Executive to remain an employee of the Company, the
Company is willing to provide salary continuation benefits to the Executive. The
Company will pay the benefits from its general assets.

                                    AGREEMENT

     The Executive and the Company agree as follows:

                                    Article 1
                                   Definitions

     Whenever used in this Agreement, the following words and phrases shall have
the meanings specified:

     1.1 Change in Control. A "change in control" of Employer for purposes of
this Agreement shall mean the occurrence of any of the following events with
respect to Employer (with the term "Employer" being defined for such a change in
control to be North Valley Bancorp): (i) a change in control of a nature that
would be required to be reported in response to Item 6(e) of Schedule 14A of
Regulation 14A promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended
(the "Exchange Act"), or in response to any other form or report to the
regulatory agencies or governmental authorities having jurisdiction over
Employer or any stock exchange on which Employer's shares are listed which
requires the reporting of a change in control; (ii) any merger, consolidation or
reorganization of Employer in which Employer does not survive; (iii) any sale,
lease, exchange, mortgage, pledge, transfer or other disposition (in one
transaction or a series of transactions) of any assets of Employer having an
aggregate fair market value of fifty percent (50%) of the total value of the
assets of Employer, reflected in the most recent balance sheet of Employer; (iv)
a transaction whereby any "person" (as such term is used in the Exchange Act or
any individual, corporation, partnership, trust or any other entity) is or
becomes the beneficial owner, directly or indirectly, of securities of Employer
representing 50% or more of the combined voting power of Employer's then
outstanding securities; (v) if in any one year period, individuals who at the
beginning of such period constitute the Board of Directors of Employer cease for
any reason to constitute at least a majority thereof, unless the election, or
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Employer's shareholders, of each new director is approved by a vote of a least
three-quarters of the directors then still in office who were directors at the
beginning of the period; (iv) a majority of the members of the Board of
Directors of Employer in office prior to the happening of any event determines
in its sole discretion that as a result of such event there has been a change in
control. Notwithstanding the foregoing or anything else contained herein to the
contrary, there shall not be a "change in control" for purposes of this
Agreement if the event which would otherwise come within the meaning of the term
"change in control" involves an Employee Stock Ownership Plan or similar plan
sponsored by Employer which is the party that acquires "control" or is the
principal participant in the transaction constituting a "change in control," as
described above.

     1.2 "Code" means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.

     1.3 "Compensation" means the total current year salary and the most recent
annual incentive cash bonus paid to the Executive.

     1.4 "Disability" means, if the Executive is covered by a Company sponsored
disability policy, total disability as defined in such policy without regard to
any waiting period. If the Executive is not covered by such a policy, Disability
means the Executive suffering a sickness, accident or injury which, in the
judgment of a physician satisfactory to the Company, prevents the Executive from
performing substantially all of the Executive's normal duties for the Company.
As a condition to receiving any Disability benefits, the Company may require the
Executive to submit to such physical or mental evaluations and tests as the
Company's Board of Directors deems appropriate.

     1.5 "Discount Rate" for the purposes of this Agreement the Discount Rate
shall be 8.5 percent.

     1.6 "Early Termination" means the Termination of Employment before Normal
Retirement Age for reasons other than death, Disability, or Termination for
Cause.

     1.7 "Early Termination Date" means the month, day and year in which Early
Termination occurs.

     1.8 "Effective Date" means ____________________________.

     1.9 "Election Form" means the Form attached as Exhibit 1.

     1.10 "Involuntary Termination of Employment" means, following a Change in
Control the Executive has been notified in writing by the Company that
employment with the Company is terminated.

     1.11 "Normal Retirement Age" means the Executive's 65th birthday.

     1.12 "Normal Retirement Date" means the later of the Normal Retirement Age
or Termination

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of Employment.

     1.13 "Plan Year" means a twelve-month period commencing on ______________
and ending on ________________ of each year. The initial Plan Year shall
commence on the effective date of this Agreement.

     1.14 "Termination for Cause" See Article 5.

     1.15 "Termination of Employment" means that the Executive ceases to be
employed by the Company for any reason whatsoever other than by reason of a
leave of absence, which is approved by the Company. For purposes of this
Agreement, if there is a dispute over the employment status of the Executive or
the date of the Executive's Termination of Employment, the Company shall have
the sole and absolute right to decide the dispute.

     1.16 "Constructive Termination of Employment" means, following a Change in
Control:

          (i)   Without the Executive's express written consent, the assignment
                to the Executive of any duties inconsistent with her positions,
                duties, responsibilities and status with the Company, or a
                change in the Executive's reporting responsibilities, titles or
                offices, or any removal of the Executive from or any failure to
                re-elect the Executive to any of such positions, except in
                connection with the termination of the Executive's employment
                for Cause, Disability or retirement or as a result of her death;

          (ii)  A reduction by the Company in the Executive's base salary as in
                effect on the date hereof or as the same may be increased from
                time to time;

          (iii) Without the Executive's express written consent the failure by
                the Company to continue any action which would adversely affect
                the Executive's participation in or materially reduce the
                Executive's benefits under any of such plans, or the failure by
                the Company to provide the Executive with the number of paid
                vacation days to which the Executive is then entitled on the
                basis of years of service with the Company in accordance with
                the Company's normal vacation policy in effect on the date
                hereof;

          (iv)  The Company requiring the Executive to be based anywhere other
                than in the community where the Executive is currently based at
                the time of a change in control, except for required travel on
                Company business to an extent substantially consistent with the
                Executive's present business travel obligations, or in the event
                the Executive consents to a proposed relocation, the failure by
                the Company to pay (or reimburse the Executive) for all
                reasonable moving expenses incurred by the Executive relating to
                a change of his or her principal residence in connection with
                such relocation and to indemnify the Executive against any loss
                of the fair market value of such residence as determined by a
                real estate appraiser designated by the Executive and reasonably
                satisfactory to the Company realized on the sale of the
                Executive's principal

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                residence in connection with any such change of residence.

                                    Article 2
                                Lifetime Benefits

     2.1 Normal Retirement Benefit. Upon Termination of Employment on or after
the Normal Retirement Age for reasons other than death, the Company shall pay to
the Executive the benefit described in this Section 2.1 in lieu of any other
benefit under this Agreement.

          2.1.1 Amount of Benefit. The annual benefit under this Section 2.1 is
     the Target Retirement Benefit at Normal Retirement Age as set forth on
     Schedule A. Any additional increase in the annual benefit shall require the
     recalculation of Schedule A.

          2.1.2 Payment of Benefit. The Company shall pay the annual benefit to
     the Executive in 12 equal monthly installments payable on the first day of
     each month commencing with the month following the Executive's Normal
     Retirement Date. The annual benefit shall be paid to the Executive for 20
     years or lifetime, whichever is greater.

     2.2 Early  Termination  Benefit.  Upon  Early  Termination,  the  Company
shall pay to the Executive  the benefit  described in this Section 2.2 in lieu
of any other benefit under this Agreement.

          2.2.1 Amount of Benefit. The benefit under this Section 2.2 is the
     Early Termination Annual Benefit set forth in Schedule A for the Plan Year
     ending immediately prior to the Early Termination Date. Any increase in the
     annual benefit under Section 2.1.1 shall require the recalculation of this
     benefit on Schedule A.

          2.2.2 Payment of Benefit. The Company shall pay the annual benefit to
     the Executive in 12 equal monthly installments payable on the first day of
     each month commencing with the month following Normal Retirement Age. The
     annual benefit shall be paid to the Executive for 15 years.

     2.3 Disability Benefit. If the Executive terminates employment due to
Disability prior to Normal Retirement Age, the Company shall pay to the
Executive the benefit described in this Section 2.3 in lieu of any other benefit
under this Agreement.

          2.3.1 Amount of Benefit. The benefit under this Section 2.3 is the
     Disability Lump Sum Benefit set forth in Schedule A for the Plan Year
     ending immediately prior to the date in which Termination of Employment
     occurs. Any increase in the annual benefit under Section 2.1.1 would
     require the recalculation of the Disability benefit on Schedule A.

          2.3.2 Payment of Benefit. The Company shall pay the benefit to the
     Executive in a lump sum payable on the first day of the twelfth month
     following Termination of Employment.

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     2.4 Change in Control Benefit. Upon a Change in Control, or up to 12 months
following a Change in Control, if the Executive undergoes Involuntarily
Termination of Employment or Constructive Termination of Employment, the Company
shall pay to the Executive the benefit described in this Section 2.4 in lieu of
other benefit under this Agreement.

          2.4.1 Amount of Benefit. The benefit under this Section 2.4 is
     determined by the following formula:

         Executive's Present Value Vested Benefit payable at age 65 (as shown on
         Schedule A) for the current Plan Year + 2 times the Executive's current
         Plan Year Compensation

         2.4.2 Payment of Benefit. The Company shall pay the benefit to the
     Executive in the manner elected by the Executive on the Election Form,
     attached as Exhibit 1.

         2.4.3 Excess Parachute Payment. Notwithstanding any provision of this
     Agreement to the contrary, the Company shall not pay any benefit under this
     Agreement to the extent the benefit would create an excise tax under the
     excess parachute rules of Section 280G of the Code.

                                    Article 3
                                 Death Benefits

     3.1 Death During Active Service. If the Executive dies while in the active
service of the Company, the Rabbi Trust shall pay to the Executive's Trust the
benefit described in the Split Dollar Agreements and Endorsements attached as
Addendum A and Addendum B between the Rabbi Trust and the Executive's Trust;
provided, however, the Rabbi Trust shall not pay any benefit under this Section
3.1 if the Executive has received any of the Lifetime Benefits under Article 2.

     3.2 Death During Benefit Period. If the Executive dies after the benefit
payments have commenced under this Agreement but before receiving all such
payments, the Rabbi Trust shall pay the remaining benefits to the Executive's
Trust at the same time and in the same amounts they would have been paid to the
Executive had the Executive survived.

     3.3 Death After Termination of Employment But Before Benefit Payments
Commence. If the Executive is entitled to benefit payments under this Agreement,
but dies prior to the commencement of said benefit payments, the Rabbi Trust
shall pay the benefit payments to the Executive's Trust that the Executive was
entitled to prior to death except that the benefit payments shall commence on
the first day of the month following the date of the Executive's death.

                                    Article 4
                                  Beneficiaries

     4.1 Beneficiary Designations. The Executive shall designate a beneficiary
by filing a written designation with the Company. The Executive may revoke or
modify the designation at any time by

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filing a new designation. However, designations will only be effective if signed
by the Executive and accepted by the Company during the Executive's lifetime.
The Executive's beneficiary designation shall be deemed automatically revoked if
the beneficiary predeceases the Executive, or if the Executive names a spouse as
beneficiary and the marriage is subsequently dissolved. If the Executive dies
without a valid beneficiary designation, all payments shall be made to the
Executive's estate.

     4.2 Facility of Payment. If a benefit is payable to a minor, to a person
declared incapacitated, or to a person incapable of handling the disposition of
his or her property, the Company may pay such benefit to the guardian, legal
representative or person having the care or custody of such minor, incapacitated
person or incapable person. The Company may require proof of incapacity,
minority or guardianship as it may deem appropriate prior to distribution of the
benefit. Such distribution shall completely discharge the Company from all
liability with respect to such benefit.

                                    Article 5
                               General Limitations

     5.1 Termination for Cause. Notwithstanding any provision of this Agreement
to the contrary, the Company shall not pay any benefit under this Agreement if
the Company terminates the Executive's employment for:

          (a) Gross negligence or gross neglect of duties;

          (b) Commission of a felony or of a gross misdemeanor involving moral
     turpitude; or

          (c) Fraud, disloyalty, dishonesty or willful violation of any law or
     significant Company policy committed in connection with the Executive's
     employment and resulting in an adverse effect on the Company.

     5.2 Suicide or Misstatement. The Company shall not pay any benefit under
this Agreement if the Executive commits suicide within two years after the date
of this Agreement, or if the Executive has made any material misstatement of
fact on any application for life insurance purchased by the Company.

                                    Article 6
                          Claims and Review Procedures

     6.1 Claims Procedure. The Company shall notify any person or entity that
makes a claim under this Agreement (the "Claimant") in writing, within 90 days
of Claimant's written application for benefits, of his or her eligibility or
noneligibility for benefits under the Agreement. If the Company determines that
the Claimant is not eligible for benefits or full benefits, the notice shall set
forth (1) the specific reasons for such denial, (2) a specific reference to the
provisions of the Agreement on which the denial is based, (3) a description of
any additional information or material necessary for the Claimant to perfect his
or her claim, and a description of why it is needed, and (4) an explanation of
this Agreement's claims review procedure and other appropriate information as to

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the steps to be taken if the Claimant wishes to have the claim reviewed. If the
Company determines that there are special circumstances requiring additional
time to make a decision, the Company shall notify the Claimant of the special
circumstances and the date by which a decision is expected to be made, and may
extend the time for up to an additional 90 days.

     6.2 Review Procedure. If the Claimant is determined by the Company not to
be eligible for benefits, or if the Claimant believes that he or she is entitled
to greater or different benefits, the Claimant shall have the opportunity to
have such claim reviewed by the Company by filing a petition for review with the
Company within 60 days after receipt of the notice issued by the Company. Said
petition shall state the specific reasons which the Claimant believes entitle
him or her to benefits or to greater or different benefits. Within 60 days after
receipt by the Company of the petition, the Company shall afford the Claimant
(and counsel, if any) an opportunity to present his or her position to the
Company verbally or in writing, and the Claimant (or counsel) shall have the
right to review the pertinent documents. The Company shall notify the Claimant
of its decision in writing within the 60-day period, stating specifically the
basis of its decision, written in a manner calculated to be understood by the
Claimant and the specific provisions of the Agreement on which the decision is
based. If, because of the need for a hearing, the 60-day period is not
sufficient, the decision may be deferred for up to another 60 days at the
election of the Company, but notice of this deferral shall be given to the
Claimant.

                                    Article 7
                           Amendments and Termination

     This Agreement may be amended or terminated only by a written agreement
signed by the Company and the Executive.

                                    Article 8
                                  Miscellaneous

     8.1 Binding Effect. This Agreement shall bind the Executive and the
Company, and their beneficiaries, survivors, executors, successors,
administrators and transferees.

     8.2 No Guarantee of Employment. This Agreement is not an employment policy
or contract. It does not give the Executive the right to remain an employee of
the Company, nor does it interfere with the Company's right to discharge the
Executive. It also does not require the Executive to remain an employee nor
interfere with the Executive's right to terminate employment at any time.

     8.3 Non-Transferability. Benefits under this Agreement cannot be sold,
transferred, assigned, pledged, attached or encumbered in any manner.

     8.4 Reorganization. The Company shall not merge or consolidate into or with
another

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company, or reorganize, or sell substantially all of its assets to another
company, firm, or person unless such succeeding or continuing company, firm, or
person agrees to assume and discharge the obligations of the Company under this
Agreement. Upon the occurrence of such event, the term "Company" as used in this
Agreement shall be deemed to refer to the successor or survivor company.

     8.5 Tax Withholding. The Company shall withhold any taxes that are required
to be withheld from the benefits provided under this Agreement.

     8.6 Applicable Law. The Agreement and all rights hereunder shall be
governed by the laws of California, except to the extent preempted by the laws
of the United States of America.

     8.7 Unfunded Arrangement. The Executive and beneficiary are general
unsecured creditors of the Company for the payment of benefits under this
Agreement. The benefits represent the mere promise by the Company to pay such
benefits. The rights to benefits are not subject in any manner to anticipation,
alienation, sale, transfer, assignment, pledge, encumbrance, attachment, or
garnishment by creditors. Any insurance on the Executive's life is a general
asset of the Company to which the Executive and beneficiary have no preferred or
secured claim.

     8.8 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement
between the Company and the Executive as to the subject matter hereof. No rights
are granted to the Executive by virtue of this Agreement other than those
specifically set forth herein.

     8.9 Administration. The Company shall have powers which are necessary to
administer this Agreement, including but not limited to:

          (a) Interpreting the provisions of the Agreement;

          (b) Establishing and revising the method of accounting for the
     Agreement;

          (c) Maintaining a record of benefit payments; and

          (d) Establishing rules and prescribing any forms necessary or
     desirable to administer the Agreement.

     8.10 Named Fiduciary. The Company shall be the named fiduciary and plan
administrator under this Agreement. It may delegate to others certain aspects of
the management and operational responsibilities including the employment of
advisors and the delegation of ministerial duties to qualified individuals.

     8.11 Automatic Review Procedure. Upon the third year anniversary of the
execution of this Agreement, and continuing on each subsequent third year
anniversary, the Company will automatically review the Executive's Agreement for
reasonableness of benefits with the intent that the Executive's target benefit
shall be 70 percent of Compensation less Company provided benefits. For purposes
of this Agreement, Company provided benefits shall include, but are not limited
to, the Company's 401(k) match, the Company's Employee Stock Ownership Plan, and
the Company's portion of Social Security benefits.

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     IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Executive and the Company have signed this
Agreement.

EXECUTIVE:                             COMPANY:
                                       NORTH VALLEY BANK

__________________________________     By  ____________________________________

                                       Title  _________________________________

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                                    EXHIBIT 1
                                       TO
                                NORTH VALLEY BANK
                          SALARY CONTINUATION AGREEMENT
                                 Form of Benefit

     The Executive understands that he or she may not change the Form of Benefit
elected, however, the Company will allow the Executive to file a petition with
the Company requesting an alternate payment plan and the Board of Directors, in
its sole and absolute discretion, may accept or reject such a request.

     I elect to receive benefits under the Agreement in the following form:

___  Annual Payment of Change of Control Benefit.

     The Company shall pay the annual benefit as calculated in Section 2.4.1,
annuitized over 20 years using the Discount Rate as defined in this Agreement,
to the Executive in 12 equal monthly installments payable on the first day of
each month commencing with the month following Termination of Employment. The
annual benefit shall be paid to the Executive for 20 years.

___  Lump Sum Payment of Change of Control Benefit.

     The Company shall pay the benefit as calculated in Section 2.4.1 in a lump
sum within 60 days of Termination of Employment.

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                             BENEFICIARY DESIGNATION

                                NORTH VALLEY BANK
                          SALARY CONTINUATION AGREEMENT

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I designate the following as beneficiary of any death benefits under this
Agreement:

Primary:  ______________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Contingent:  ___________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________

Note: To name a trust as beneficiary, please provide the name of the trustee(s)
      and the exact name and date of the trust agreement.

I understand that I may change these beneficiary designations by filing a new
written designation with the Company. I further understand that the designations
will be automatically revoked if the beneficiary predeceases me, or, if I have
named my spouse as beneficiary and our marriage is subsequently dissolved.

Signature ______________________________

Date ___________________________________

Accepted by the Company this ______ day of _________________, 2000.

By _____________________________________

Title __________________________________

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                                   ADDENDUM A
                                NORTH VALLEY BANK
                             SPLIT DOLLAR AGREEMENT

     THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this _________ day of
_________________, 2000, by and between HARRIS TRUST & SAVINGS BANK PERSONAL
TRUST AND ASSET MANAGEMENT as Trustee(s) of the NORTH VALLEY BANCORP UMBRELLA
TRUST FOR EXECUTIVES dated May 10, 1995 (the "Rabbi Trust"), and
_____________________________________ as Trustee(s) of the
_______________________________________________________________________________
dated _________________________ (the "Executive's Trust"). This Agreement shall
append the Split Dollar Endorsement entered into on __________________, 2000, or
as subsequently amended, by and between the aforementioned parties.

                                  INTRODUCTION

     WHEREAS, ______________________(the "Executive") has contributed
substantially to the success of North Valley Bank (the "Company"). The Company,
as a fringe benefit, is willing to divide the death proceeds of a life insurance
policy on the Executive's life. The Company will pay life insurance premiums
from the Rabbi Trust.

                                    Article 1
                               General Definitions

The following terms shall have the meanings specified:

     1.1 "Insurer" means ___________________________________

     1.2 "Policy" means insurance policy no. _________________ issued by the
Insurer.

     1.3 "Insured" means the Executive.

     1.4 "Net Death Proceeds" means the total death proceeds of the Policy minus
the cash surrender value.

     1.5 "Normal Retirement Age" means the Executive's 65th birthday.

     1.6 "Termination of Employment" means the Executive ceasing to be employed
by the Company for any reason whatsoever, other than by reason of an approved
leave of absence.

     1.7 "Executive's Trustee" refers to the trustee or trustees of the
Executive's Trust.

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     1.8 "Trustee" refers to the trustee or trustees of the Rabbi Trust.

                                    Article 2
                           Policy Ownership/Interests

     2.1 Ownership. The Rabbi Trust is the sole owner of the Policy and shall
have the right to exercise all incidents of ownership. The Rabbi Trust shall be
the direct beneficiary of an amount of death proceeds equal to the greatest of:
a) the cash surrender value of the policy, or b) the aggregate premiums paid on
the Policy by the Rabbi Trust less any outstanding indebtedness to the Insurer;
or (c) any remaining death proceeds after payment of the Executive's Trust's
interest set forth in paragraph 2.2 below.

     2.2 Executive's Trust's Interest. The Executive's Trust shall be the
beneficiary of $___________ of death proceeds from the policy. The Executive's
Trust shall also have the right to elect and change settlement options that may
be permitted. Provided, however, the Executive, the Executive's Trust or its
transferee beneficiary shall have no rights or interests in the Policy with
respect to that portion of the death proceeds designated in this section 2.2
upon the Executive's Termination of Employment prior to Normal Retirement Age.
Also, the Rabbi Trust shall not pay the Executive's Trust's Interest under this
Agreement if the Executive's Trust has received any of the benefits under the
Salary Continuation Agreement entered into between the Executive and the
Company, dated _______________________.

     2.3 Option to Purchase. The Rabbi Trust shall not sell, surrender or
transfer ownership of the Policy while this Agreement is in effect without first
giving the Executive's Trust or the Executive's Trust's transferee the option to
purchase the Policy for a period of 60 days from written notice of such
intention. The purchase price shall be an amount equal to the cash surrender
value of the Policy. This provision shall not impair the right of the Rabbi
Trust to terminate this Agreement.

                                    Article 3
                                    Premiums

     3.1 Premium Payment. The Rabbi Trust shall pay any premiums due on the
Policy.

     3.2 Reimbursement. At the end of the Plan Year the Executive's Trust shall
reimburse the Rabbi Trust in an amount equal to the current term rate for the
Executive's age multiplied by the aggregate death benefit payable to the
Executive's Trust. The "current term rate" is the minimum amount required to be
imputed under Revenue Rulings 64-328 and 66-110, or any subsequent applicable
authority.

                                    Article 4
                                   Assignment

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     The Executive's Trust may assign without consideration all interests in the
Policy and in this Agreement to any person, entity or other trust. In the event
the Executive's Trust shall transfer all of its interest in the Policy, then all
of the Executive's Trust's interest in the Policy and in the Agreement shall be
vested in its transferee, who shall be substituted as a party hereunder and the
Executive's Trust shall have no further interest in the Policy or in this
Agreement.

                                    Article 5
                                     Insurer

     The Insurer shall be bound only by the terms of the Policy. Any payments
the Insurer makes or actions it takes in accordance with the Policy shall fully
discharge it from all claims, suits and demands of all entities or persons. The
Insurer shall not be bound by or be deemed to have notice of the provisions of
this Agreement.

                                    Article 6
                                    Executive

     The Executive is not a party to this Agreement or to the corresponding
Endorsement. Except as otherwise provided herein, the Executive shall have no
rights, title or interest hereunder. The Company is not a party to this
Agreement or to the corresponding Endorsement. Except as otherwise provided
herein, the Company shall have no rights, title or interest hereunder.

                                    Article 7
                                Claims Procedure

     7.1 Claims Procedure. The Rabbi Trust shall notify the Executive's Trust,
the Executive's Trust's transferee or beneficiary, or any other party who claims
a right to an interest under this Agreement (the "Claimant') in writing, within
90 days of Claimant's written application for benefits, of his or her
eligibility or ineligibility for benefits under this Agreement. If the Rabbi
Trust determines that the Claimant is not eligible for benefits or full
benefits, the notice shall set forth (1) the specific reasons for such denial,
(2) a specific reference to the provisions of this Agreement on which the denial
is based, (3) a description of any additional information or material necessary
for the Claimant to perfect his or her claim, and a description of why it is
needed, and (4) an explanation of this Agreement's claims review procedure and
other appropriate information as to the steps to be taken if the Claimant wishes
to have the claim reviewed. If the Company determines that there are special
circumstances requiring additional time to make a decision, the Company shall
notify the Claimant of the special circumstances and the date by which a
decision is expected to be made, and may extend the time for up to an additional
90 days.

     7.2 Review Procedure. If the Claimant is determined by the Rabbi Trust not
to be eligible for benefits, or if the Claimant believes that he or she is
entitled to greater or different benefits, the Claimant shall have the
opportunity to have such claim reviewed by the Rabbi Trust by filing a petition
for review with the Rabbi Trust within 60 days after receipt of the notice
issued by the

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Rabbi Trust. Said petition shall state the specific reasons which the Claimant
believes entitle him or her to benefits or to greater or different benefits.
Within 60 days after receipt by the Rabbi Trust of the petition, the Rabbi Trust
shall afford the Claimant (and counsel, if any) an opportunity to present his or
her position to the Rabbi Trust verbally or in writing, and the Claimant (or
counsel) shall have the right to review the pertinent documents. The Rabbi Trust
shall notify the Claimant of its decision in writing within the 60-day period,
stating specifically the basis of its decision, written in a manner calculated
to be understood by the Claimant and the specific provisions of this Agreement
on which the decision is based. If, because of the need for a hearing, the
60-day period is not sufficient, the decision may be deferred for up to another
60 days at the election of the Rabbi Trust, but notice of this deferral shall be
given to the Claimant.

                                    Article 8
                           Amendments and Termination

     This Agreement may be amended or terminated only by a written agreement
signed by the Rabbi Trust and the Executive's Trust. However, unless otherwise
agreed to by the Rabbi Trust and the Executive's Trust, this Agreement will
automatically terminate upon the Executive's Termination of Employment prior to
Normal Retirement Age.

                                    Article 9
                                  Miscellaneous

     9.1 Binding Effect. This Agreement shall bind the Executive's Trust and the
Company, their beneficiaries, survivors, executors, administrators and
transferees, and any Policy beneficiary.

     9.2 No Guarantee of Employment. This Agreement is not an employment policy
or contract. It does not give the Executive the right to remain an employee of
the Company, nor does it interfere with the Company's right to discharge the
Executive. It also does not require the Executive to remain an employee nor
interfere with the Executive's right to terminate employment at any time.

     9.3 Applicable Law. The Agreement and all rights hereunder shall be
governed by and construed according to the laws of California, except to the
extent preempted by the laws of the United States of America.

     9.4 Reorganization. The Company shall not merge or consolidate into or with
another company, or reorganize, or sell substantially all of its assets to
another company, firm or person unless such succeeding or continuing company,
firm or person agrees to assume and discharge the obligations of the Company.

     9.5 Notice. Any notice, consent or demand required or permitted to be given
under the provisions of this Split Dollar Agreement by one party to another
shall be in writing, shall be signed by the party giving or making the same, and
may be given either by delivering the same to such other party personally, or by
mailing the same, by United States certified mail, postage prepaid, to such
party, addressed to his or her last known address as shown on the records of the
Company.

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The date of such mailing shall be deemed the date of such mailed notice, consent
or demand.

     9.6 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement
between the Company and the Trust as to the subject matter hereof. No rights are
granted to the Trust by virtue of this Agreement other than those specifically
set forth herein.

     9.7 Administration. The Company shall have powers which are necessary to
administer this Agreement, including but not limited to:

          (a) Interpreting the provisions of the Agreement;

          (b) Establishing and revising the method of accounting for the
     Agreement;

          (c) Maintaining a record of benefit payments; and

          (d) Establishing rules and prescribing any forms necessary or
     desirable to administer the Agreement.

     9.8 Named Fiduciary. The Company shall be the named fiduciary and plan
administrator under the Agreement. The named fiduciary may delegate to others
certain aspects of the management and operation responsibilities of the plan
including the employment of advisors and the delegation of ministerial duties to
qualified individuals

     IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement the day and
year first above written.

TRUST:                                    TRUST:

__________________________________        ____________________________________
__________________________________        ____________________________________
__________________________________        ____________________________________

By _______________________________        By _________________________________
      Trustee                                   Trustee

By _______________________________        By _________________________________
     Trustee                                    Trustee

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                         SPLIT DOLLAR POLICY ENDORSEMENT
                       NORTH VALLEY SPLIT DOLLAR AGREEMENT

Policy No. ______________                          Insured: ____________________

Supplementing and amending the application for insurance to
_____________________________(the "Insurer") on ___________________________,
______, the applicant requests and directs that:

                                  BENEFICIARIES
                                  -------------

     1. HARRIS TRUST & SAVINGS BANK PERSONAL TRUST AND ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP as
Trustee(s) of the NORTH VALLEY BANCORP UMBRELLA TRUST FOR EXECUTIVES dated May
10, 1995 (the " Rabbi Trust"), shall be the direct beneficiary of death proceeds
equal to the greatest of: a) the cash surrender value of the policy, b) the
aggregate premiums paid on the Policy by the Rabbi Trust less any outstanding
indebtedness to the Insurer, or c) any remaining death proceeds after payment of
the Executive's Trust Interest set forth in paragraph 2 below.

     2. The beneficiary $____________________of death proceeds from the Policy
shall be ________________________________________________ as trustee(s) of the
________________________________ __________________________________________
dated ________________________________ (the "Trust") or the Trust's transferee,
subject to the provisions of paragraph (5) below.

                                    OWNERSHIP
                                    ---------

     3. The Owner of the policy shall be the Rabbi Trust. The Owner shall have
all ownership rights in the Policy except as may be specifically granted to the
Executive's Trust or its transferee in paragraph (4) of this endorsement.

     4. The Executive's Trust or its transferee shall have the right to assign
its rights and interests in the Policy with respect to that portion of the death
proceeds designated in paragraph (2) of this endorsement, and to exercise all
settlement options with respect to such death proceeds.

     5. Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (4) above, the Executive's
Trust or its transferee shall have no rights or interests in the Policy with
respect to that portion of the death proceeds designated in paragraph (2) of
this endorsement if the Insured ceases to be employed by the Company prior to
the Normal Retirement Age of 65 for any reason whatsoever (other than by reason
of a leave of absence which is approved by the Company), unless otherwise agreed
to by the Company and the Executive. Also, the Rabbi Trust shall not pay the
Executive's Trust's Interest under this Agreement if the Executive's Trust has
received any of the benefits under the Salary Continuation Agreement entered
into between the Executive and the Company, dated _______________________.

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             MODIFICATION OF ASSIGNMENT PROVISIONS OF THE POLICY
             ---------------------------------------------------

Upon the death of the Insured, the interest of any collateral assignee of the
Owner of the Policy designated in (3) above shall be limited to the portion of
the proceeds described in paragraph (1) above.

                                OWNERS AUTHORITY
                                ----------------

The Insurer is hereby authorized to recognize the Owner's claim to rights
hereunder without investigating the reason for any action taken by the Owner,
including its statement of the amount of premiums it has paid on the Policy. The
signature of the Owner shall be sufficient for the exercise of any rights under
this Endorsement and the receipt of the Owner for any sums received by it shall
be a full discharge and release therefore to the Insurer.

Any transferee's rights shall be subject to this Endorsement.

The owner accepts and agrees to this split dollar endorsement.

Signed at ____________________, California, this _______ day of ______________,
2000.

TRUST:

_____________________________________

_____________________________________
      [Name of Trust]

By __________________________________
      Its Trustee

By __________________________________
      Its Trustee

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The Executive's Trust accepts and agrees to the foregoing as direct beneficiary
of the portion of the proceeds described in paragraph (2) above.

Signed at ____________________, California, this ________ day of _____________,
2000.

TRUST:

_____________________________________

_____________________________________
      [Name of Trust]

By __________________________________
      Its Trustee

By __________________________________
      Its Trustee

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                                   ADDENDUM B
                                NORTH VALLEY BANK
                             SPLIT DOLLAR AGREEMENT

     THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into this _________ day of
_________________, 2000, by and between HARRIS TRUST & SAVINGS BANK PERSONAL
TRUST AND ASSET MANAGEMENT as Trustee(s) of the NORTH VALLEY BANCORP UMBRELLA
TRUST FOR EXECUTIVES dated May 10, 1995 (the "Rabbi Trust"), and
_____________________________________ as Trustee(s) of the
_______________________________________________________________________________
dated _________________________ (the "Executive's Trust"). This Agreement shall
append the Split Dollar Endorsement entered into on __________________, 2000, or
as subsequently amended, by and between the aforementioned parties.

                                  INTRODUCTION

     WHEREAS, _________________(the "Executive") has contributed substantially
to the success of North Valley Bank (the "Company"). The Company, as a fringe
benefit, is willing to divide the death proceeds of a life insurance policy on
the Executive's life. The Company will pay life insurance premiums from the
Rabbi Trust.

                                    Article 1
                               General Definitions

The following terms shall have the meanings specified:

     1.9 "Insurer" means _____________________________

     1.10 "Policy" means insurance policy no. _______________ issued by the
Insurer.

     1.11 "Insured" means the Executive.

     1.12 "Net Death Proceeds" means the total death proceeds of the Policy
minus the cash surrender value.

     1.13 "Normal Retirement Age" means the Executive's 65th birthday.

     1.14 "Termination of Employment" means the Executive ceasing to be employed
by the Company for any reason whatsoever, other than by reason of an approved
leave of absence.

     1.15 "Executive's Trustee" refers to the trustee or trustees of the
Executive's Trust.

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     1.16 "Trustee" refers to the trustee or trustees of the Rabbi Trust.

                                    Article 2
                           Policy Ownership/Interests

     2.4 Ownership. The Rabbi Trust is the sole owner of the Policy and shall
have the right to exercise all incidents of ownership. The Rabbi Trust shall be
the direct beneficiary of an amount of death proceeds equal to the greatest of:
a) the cash surrender value of the policy, or b) the aggregate premiums paid on
the Policy by the Rabbi Trust less any outstanding indebtedness to the Insurer;
or c) any remaining death proceeds after payment of the Executive's Trust's
interest set forth in paragraph 2.2 below.

     2.2 Executive's Trust's Interest. The Executive's Trust shall be the
beneficiary of $_____________of death proceeds from the policy. The Executive's
Trust shall also have the right to elect and change settlement options that may
be permitted. Provided, however, the Executive, the Executive's Trust or its
transferee beneficiary shall have no rights or interests in the Policy with
respect to that portion of the death proceeds designated in this section 2.2
upon the Executive's Termination of Employment prior to Normal Retirement Age.
Also, the Rabbi Trust shall not pay the Executive's Trust's Interest under this
Agreement if the Executive's Trust has received any of the benefits under the
Salary Continuation Agreement entered into between the Executive and the
Company, dated _______________________.

     2.3 Option to Purchase. The Rabbi Trust shall not sell, surrender or
transfer ownership of the Policy while this Agreement is in effect without first
giving the Executive's Trust or the Executive's Trust's transferee the option to
purchase the Policy for a period of 60 days from written notice of such
intention. The purchase price shall be an amount equal to the cash surrender
value of the Policy. This provision shall not impair the right of the Rabbi
Trust to terminate this Agreement.

                                    Article 3
                                    Premiums

     3.1 Premium Payment. The Rabbi Trust shall pay any premiums due on the
Policy.

     3.2 Reimbursement. At the end of the Plan Year the Executive's Trust shall
reimburse the Rabbi Trust in an amount equal to the current term rate for the
Executive's age multiplied by the aggregate death benefit payable to the
Executive's Trust. The "current term rate" is the minimum amount required to be
imputed under Revenue Rulings 64-328 and 66-110, or any subsequent applicable
authority.

                                    Article 4
                                   Assignment

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     The Executive's Trust may assign without consideration all interests in the
Policy and in this Agreement to any person, entity or other trust. In the event
the Executive's Trust shall transfer all of its interest in the Policy, then all
of the Executive's Trust's interest in the Policy and in the Agreement shall be
vested in its transferee, who shall be substituted as a party hereunder and the
Executive's Trust shall have no further interest in the Policy or in this
Agreement.

                                    Article 5
                                     Insurer

     The Insurer shall be bound only by the terms of the Policy. Any payments
the Insurer makes or actions it takes in accordance with the Policy shall fully
discharge it from all claims, suits and demands of all entities or persons. The
Insurer shall not be bound by or be deemed to have notice of the provisions of
this Agreement.

                                    Article 6
                                    Executive

     The Executive is not a party to this Agreement or to the corresponding
Endorsement. Except as otherwise provided herein, the Executive shall have no
rights, title or interest hereunder. The Company is not a party to this
Agreement or to the corresponding Endorsement. Except as otherwise provided
herein, the Company shall have no rights, title or interest hereunder.

                                    Article 7
                                Claims Procedure

     7.1 Claims Procedure. The Rabbi Trust shall notify the Executive's Trust,
the Executive's Trust's transferee or beneficiary, or any other party who claims
a right to an interest under this Agreement (the "Claimant') in writing, within
90 days of Claimant's written application for benefits, of his or her
eligibility or ineligibility for benefits under this Agreement. If the Rabbi
Trust determines that the Claimant is not eligible for benefits or full
benefits, the notice shall set forth (1) the specific reasons for such denial,
(2) a specific reference to the provisions of this Agreement on which the denial
is based, (3) a description of any additional information or material necessary
for the Claimant to perfect his or her claim, and a description of why it is
needed, and (4) an explanation of this Agreement's claims review procedure and
other appropriate information as to the steps to be taken if the Claimant wishes
to have the claim reviewed. If the Company determines that there are special
circumstances requiring additional time to make a decision, the Company shall
notify the Claimant of the special circumstances and the date by which a
decision is expected to be made, and may extend the time for up to an additional
90 days.

     7.2 Review Procedure. If the Claimant is determined by the Rabbi Trust not
to be eligible for benefits, or if the Claimant believes that he or she is
entitled to greater or different benefits, the Claimant shall have the
opportunity to have such claim reviewed by the Rabbi Trust by filing a petition
for review with the Rabbi Trust within 60 days after receipt of the notice
issued by the

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Rabbi Trust. Said petition shall state the specific reasons which the Claimant
believes entitle him or her to benefits or to greater or different benefits.
Within 60 days after receipt by the Rabbi Trust of the petition, the Rabbi Trust
shall afford the Claimant (and counsel, if any) an opportunity to present his or
her position to the Rabbi Trust verbally or in writing, and the Claimant (or
counsel) shall have the right to review the pertinent documents. The Rabbi Trust
shall notify the Claimant of its decision in writing within the 60-day period,
stating specifically the basis of its decision, written in a manner calculated
to be understood by the Claimant and the specific provisions of this Agreement
on which the decision is based. If, because of the need for a hearing, the
60-day period is not sufficient, the decision may be deferred for up to another
60 days at the election of the Rabbi Trust, but notice of this deferral shall be
given to the Claimant.

                                    Article 8
                           Amendments and Termination

     This Agreement may be amended or terminated only by a written agreement
signed by the Rabbi Trust and the Executive's Trust. However, unless otherwise
agreed to by the Rabbi Trust and the Executive's Trust, this Agreement will
automatically terminate upon the Executive's Termination of Employment prior to
Normal Retirement Age.

                                    Article 9
                                  Miscellaneous

     9.1 Binding Effect. This Agreement shall bind the Executive's Trust and the
Company, their beneficiaries, survivors, executors, administrators and
transferees, and any Policy beneficiary.

     9.2 No Guarantee of Employment. This Agreement is not an employment policy
or contract. It does not give the Executive the right to remain an employee of
the Company, nor does it interfere with the Company's right to discharge the
Executive. It also does not require the Executive to remain an employee nor
interfere with the Executive's right to terminate employment at any time.

     9.3 Applicable Law. The Agreement and all rights hereunder shall be
governed by and construed according to the laws of California, except to the
extent preempted by the laws of the United States of America.

     9.4 Reorganization. The Company shall not merge or consolidate into or with
another company, or reorganize, or sell substantially all of its assets to
another company, firm or person unless such succeeding or continuing company,
firm or person agrees to assume and discharge the obligations of the Company.

     9.5 Notice. Any notice, consent or demand required or permitted to be given
under the provisions of this Split Dollar Agreement by one party to another
shall be in writing, shall be signed by the party giving or making the same, and
may be given either by delivering the same to such other party personally, or by
mailing the same, by United States certified mail, postage prepaid, to such
party, addressed to his or her last known address as shown on the records of the
Company. The date of such mailing shall be deemed the date of such mailed
notice, consent or demand.

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     9.6 Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement
between the Company and the Trust as to the subject matter hereof. No rights are
granted to the Trust by virtue of this Agreement other than those specifically
set forth herein.

     9.7 Administration. The Company shall have powers which are necessary to
administer this Agreement, including but not limited to:

          (e) Interpreting the provisions of the Agreement;

          (f) Establishing and revising the method of accounting for the
     Agreement;

          (g) Maintaining a record of benefit payments; and

          (h) Establishing rules and prescribing any forms necessary or
     desirable to administer the Agreement.

     9.8 Named Fiduciary. The Company shall be the named fiduciary and plan
administrator under the Agreement. The named fiduciary may delegate to others
certain aspects of the management and operation responsibilities of the plan
including the employment of advisors and the delegation of ministerial duties to
qualified individuals

     IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement the day and
year first above written.

TRUST:                                    TRUST:

__________________________________        ____________________________________
__________________________________        ____________________________________
__________________________________        ____________________________________

By _______________________________        By _________________________________
      Trustee                                   Trustee

By _______________________________        By _________________________________
      Trustee                                   Trustee

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                         SPLIT DOLLAR POLICY ENDORSEMENT
                       NORTH VALLEY SPLIT DOLLAR AGREEMENT

Policy No._______________                       Insured: _____________________

Supplementing and amending the application for insurance to
____________________________ (the "Insurer") on ___________________________,
______, the applicant requests and directs that:

                                  BENEFICIARIES
                                  -------------

1. HARRIS TRUST & SAVINGS BANK PERSONAL TRUST AND ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP as
Trustee(s) of the NORTH VALLEY BANCORP UMBRELLA TRUST FOR EXECUTIVES dated May
10, 1995 (the " Rabbi Trust"), shall be the direct beneficiary of death proceeds
equal to the greatest of: a) the cash surrender value of the policy, b) the
aggregate premiums paid on the Policy by the Rabbi Trust less any outstanding
indebtedness to the Insurer, or c) any remaining death proceeds after payment of
the Executive's Trust Interest set forth in paragraph 2 below.

     2. The beneficiary $______________ of death proceeds from the Policy shall
be ________________________________________________ as trustee(s) of the
__________________________________ ____________________________________________
dated ________________________________ (the "Trust") or the Trust's transferee,
subject to the provisions of paragraph (5) below.

                                    OWNERSHIP
                                    ---------

     3. The Owner of the policy shall be the Rabbi Trust. The Owner shall have
all ownership rights in the Policy except as may be specifically granted to the
Executive's Trust or its transferee in paragraph (4) of this endorsement.

     4. The Executive's Trust or its transferee shall have the right to assign
its rights and interests in the Policy with respect to that portion of the death
proceeds designated in paragraph (2) of this endorsement, and to exercise all
settlement options with respect to such death proceeds.

     5. Notwithstanding the provisions of paragraph (4) above, the Executive's
Trust or its transferee shall have no rights or interests in the Policy with
respect to that portion of the death proceeds designated in paragraph (2) of
this endorsement if the Insured ceases to be employed by the Company prior to
the Normal Retirement Age of 65 for any reason whatsoever (other than by reason
of a leave of absence which is approved by the Company), unless otherwise agreed
to by the Company and the Executive. Also, the Rabbi Trust shall not pay the
Executive's Trust's Interest under this Agreement if the Executive's Trust has
received any of the benefits under the Salary Continuation Agreement entered
into between the Executive and the Company, dated _______________________.

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             MODIFICATION OF ASSIGNMENT PROVISIONS OF THE POLICY
             ---------------------------------------------------

Upon the death of the Insured, the interest of any collateral assignee of the
Owner of the Policy designated in (3) above shall be limited to the portion of
the proceeds described in paragraph (1) above.

                                OWNERS AUTHORITY
                                ----------------

The Insurer is hereby authorized to recognize the Owner's claim to rights
hereunder without investigating the reason for any action taken by the Owner,
including its statement of the amount of premiums it has paid on the Policy. The
signature of the Owner shall be sufficient for the exercise of any rights under
this Endorsement and the receipt of the Owner for any sums received by it shall
be a full discharge and release therefore to the Insurer.

Any transferee's rights shall be subject to this Endorsement.

The owner accepts and agrees to this split dollar endorsement.

Signed at ____________________, California, this _______ day of ______________,
2000.

TRUST:

_____________________________________

_____________________________________
      [Name of Trust]

By __________________________________
      Its Trustee

By __________________________________
      Its Trustee

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The Executive's Trust accepts and agrees to the foregoing as direct beneficiary
of the portion of the proceeds described in paragraph (2) above.

Signed at ____________________, California, this ________ day of _____________,
2000.

TRUST:

_____________________________________

_____________________________________
      [Name of Trust]

By __________________________________
      Its Trustee

By __________________________________
      Its Trustee

                                      234AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATION
STANDARD INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL SINGLE-TENANT LEASE - NET
(DO NOT USE THIS FORM FOR MULTI-TENANT BUILDINGS)

1. Basic Provisions ("Basic Provisions")

1.1  Parties: This Lease ("Lease"), dated for reference purposes only July 20,
2001, is made by and between The McConnell Foundation, a California nonprofit
corporation, ("Lessor") and North Valley Bancorp, a California corporation,
("Lessee") (collectively the "Parties," or individually a "Party").

1.2  Premises: That certain real property, including all improvements therein or
to be provided by Lessor under the terms of this Lease, and commonly known as
300 Park Marina Circle, Redding located in the County of Shasta, State of
California, and generally described as (describe briefly the nature of the
property and, if applicable, the "Project", if the property is located within a
Project) Entire premises consisting of 3 floors together with exterior rounds
and parking lot. Floor area consisting of 3 floors, 15,350 rentable square feet.
Premises floor plan is attached hereto as Exhibit "A". ("Premises") (See also
Paragraph 2)

1.3  Term: Seven (7) years and three (3) months ("Original Term") commencing
July_23, 2001 ("Commencement Date") and ending September 30, 2008 ("Expiration
Date") (See also Paragraph 3)

1.4  Early Possession: n/a ("Early Possession Date"). (See also Paragraphs 3.2
and 3.3)

1.5  Base Rent: $ See Addendum A per month ("Base Rent"), payable on the 1st day
of each month commencing October 23, 2001 (See Also Paragraph 4)

1.6  Base Rent Paid Upon Execution: $ 4,704.44 as Base Rent for the period
October 23, 2001 through October 31, 2001

1.7  Security Deposit: $ None ("Security Deposit"). (See also Paragraph 5)

1.8  Agreed Use: General offices and banking facility (See also Paragraph 6)

1.9  Insuring Party. Lessor is the "Insuring Party" unless otherwise slated
herein (See also Paragraph 8)

1.10 Real Estate Brokers: (See also Paragraph 15)

(a) Representation: The following real estate brokers collectively, the
"Brokers") and brokerage relationships exist in this transaction (check
applicable boxes):
|_|  represents Lessor exclusively ("Lessor's Broker"),
|_|  represents Lessee exclusively ("Lessee's Broker"),
|X|  *Cox Real Estate Consultants, Inc. represents both Lessor and
     Lessee ("Dual Agency").

(b) Payment to Brokers: Upon execution and delivery of this Lease by both
Parties, Lessor shall pay to the Broker the fee agreed to in their separate
written agreement (or if there is no such agreement, the sum of 6% years 1 - 5
and 3% years 6 - 7 of the total Base Rent for the brokerage services rendered by
said Broker).

1.11 Guarantor. The obligations of the Lessee under this Lease are to be
guaranteed by n/a ("Guarantor"). (See also Paragraph 37)

1.12 Addenda and Exhibits. Attached hereto is an Addendum or Addenda
consisting of Paragraphs 1.5A and 7.2A and Exhibits A - E all of which
constitute a part of this Lease.

*  William W. Cox CCIM CRE currently serves as a director for North Valley
Bank and is a licensed real estate broker

2. Premises.

2.1  Letting. Lessor hereby leases to Lessee, and Lessee hereby leases from
Lessor, the Premises, for the term, at the rental, and upon all of the terms,
covenants and conditions set forth in this Lease. Unless otherwise provided
herein, any statement of size set forth in this Lease, or that may have been
used in calculating rental, is an approximation which the Parties agree is
reasonable and the rental based thereon is not subject to revision whether or
not the actual size is more or less.

2.2  Condition. Lessor shall deliver the Premises to Lessee broom clean and free
of debris on July 23, 2001 ("Start Date"), and, so long as the required service
contracts described in Paragraph 7.1(b) below are obtained by Lessee within
thirty (30) days following the Start Date, warrants that the existing
electrical, plumbing, fire sprinkler, lighting, healing, ventilating and air
conditioning systems ("HVAC"), loading doors, if any, and all other such
elements in the Premises, other than those constructed by Lessee, shall be in
good operating condition on said date and that the structural elements of the
roof, bearing walls and foundation of any buildings on the Premises (the
"Building") shall be free of material defects. If a non-compliance with said
warranty exists as of the Start Date, Lessor shall, as Lessor's sole obligation
with respect to such matter, except as otherwise provided in this Lease,
promptly after receipt of written notice from Lessee setting forth with
specificity the nature and extent of such non-compliance, rectify same at
Lessor's expense. If, after the Start Date, Lessee does not give Lessor written
notice of any non-compliance with this warranty within: (i) Not used (ii) six
(6) months as to the HVAC systems, (iii) thirty (30) days as to the remaining
systems and other elements of the Building, correction of such non-compliance
shall be the obligation of Lessee at Lessee's sole cost and expense.

2.3  Compliance. Lessor warrants that the improvements of the Premises comply
with all the or restrictions of record, building codes, regulations and
ordinances ("Applicable Requirements" in effect on the Start Date. Said warranty
does not apply to the use to which Lessee will put the Premises or to any
Alterations or Utility Installations (as defined in Paragraph 7.3(a)) made or to
be made by Lessee. NOTE: Lessee is responsible for determining whether or not
the zoning is appropriate for Lessee's intended use, and acknowledges that past
uses of the Premises may no longer be allowed. If the Premises do not comply
with said warranty, Lessor shall, except as otherwise provided, promptly after
receipt of written notice from Lessee setting forth with specificity the nature
and extent of such non-compliance, rectify the same at Lessor's expense. If
Lessee does not give Lessor written notice of a non-compliance with this
warranty within six (6) months following the Start Date, correction of that
non-compliance shall be the obligation of Lessee at Lessee's sole cost and
expense. If the Applicable Requirements are hereafter changed (as opposed to
being in existence at the Start Date, which is addressed in Paragraph 6.2(e)
below) so as to require during the term of this Lease the construction of an
addition to or an alteration of the Building, the remediation of any Hazardous
Substance, or the reinforcement or other physical modification of the Building
("Capital Expenditure"), Lessor and Lessee shall allocate the cost of such work
as follows:

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(a) Subject to Paragraph 2.3(c) below, if such Capital Expenditures are required
as a result of the specific and unique use of the Premises by Lessee as compared
with uses by tenants m general, Lessee shall be fully responsible for the cost
thereof, provided, however that if such Capital Expenditure is required during
the last two (2) years of this Lease and the cost thereof exceeds six (6)
months' Base Rent, Lessee may instead terminate this Lease unless Lessor
notifies Lessee, in writing, within ten (10) days after receipt of Lessee's
termination notice that Lessor has elected to pay the difference between the
actual cost thereof and the amount equal to six (6) months' Base Rent. If Lessee
elects termination, Lessee shall immediately cease the use of the Premises which
requires such Capital Expenditure and deliver to Lessor written notice
specifying a termination date at least ninety (90) days thereafter. Such
termination date shall, however, in no event be earlier than the last day that
Lessee could legally utilize the Premises without commencing such Capital
Expenditure.

(b) If such Capital Expenditure is not the result of the specific and unique
use of the Premises by Lessee (such as, governmentally mandated seismic
modifications), then Lessor and Lessee shall allocate the obligation to pay
for such costs listed below*; provided, however, that if such Capital
Expenditure is required during the last two years of this Lease or if Lessor
reasonably determines that it is not economically feasible to pay its share
thereof, Lessor shall have the option to terminate this Lease upon ninety
(90) days prior written notice to Lessee unless Lessee notifies Lessor, in
writing, within ten (10) days after receipt of Lessor's termination notice
that Lessee will pay for such Capital Expenditure. If Lessor does not elect
to terminate, and fails to tender its share of any such Capital Expenditure,
Lessee may advance such funds and deduct same, with Interest, from Rent until
Lessor's share of such costs have been fully paid. If Lessee is unable to
finance Lessor's share, or if the balance of the Rent due and payable for the
remainder of this Lease is not sufficient to fully reimburse Lessee on an
offset basis, Lessee shall have the right to terminate this Lease upon thirty
(30) days written notice to Lessor

(c) Notwithstanding the above, the provisions concerning Capital Expenditures
are intended to apply only to non-voluntary, unexpected, and new Applicable
Requirements. If the Capital Expenditures are instead triggered by Lessee as
a result of an actual or proposed change in use, change in intensity of use,
or modification to the Premises then, and in that event, Lessee shall be
fully responsible for the cost thereof, and Lessee shall not have any right
to terminate this Lease.

2.4     Acknowledgements. Lessee acknowledges that: (a) it has been advised by
Lessor and/or Brokers to satisfy itself with respect to the condition of the
Premises (including but not limited to the electrical, HVAC and fire sprinkler
systems, security, environmental aspects, and compliance with Applicable
Requirements), and their suitability for Lessee's intended use, (b) Lessee has
made such investigation as it deems necessary with reference to such matters and
assumes all responsibility therefor as the same relate to its occupancy of the
Premises, and (c) neither Lessor, Lessor's agents, nor any Broker has made any
oral or written representations or warranties with respect to said matters other
than as set forth in this Lease. In addition, Lessor acknowledges that: (a)
Broker has made no representations, promises or warranties concerning Lessee's
ability to honor the Lease or suitability to occupy the Premises, and (b) it is
Lessor's sole responsibility to investigate the financial capability and/or
suitability of all proposed tenants.

2.5  Lessee as Prior Owner/Occupant. The warranties made by Lessor in Paragraph
2 shall be of no force or effect if immediately prior to the Start Date Lessee
was the owner or occupant of the Premises. In such event, Lessee shall be
responsible for any necessary corrective work.

3. Term.

3.1  Term. The Commencement Date, Expiration Date and Original Term of this
Lease are as specified in Paragraph 1.3.

3.2  Early Possession. If Lessee totally or partially occupies the Premises
prior to the Commencement Date, the obligation to pay Base Rent shall be
abated for the period of such early possession. All other terms of this Lease
(including but not limited to the obligations to pay Real Property Taxes and
insurance premiums and to maintain the Premises) shall, however, be in effect
during such period. Any such early possession shall not affect the Expiration
Date.

3.3  Delay In Possession. Lessor agrees to use its best commercially
reasonable efforts to deliver possession of the Premises to Lessee by the
Commencement Date. If, despite said efforts, Lessor is unable to deliver
possession as agreed. Lessor shall not be subject to any liability therefor,
nor shall such failure affect the validity of this Lease. Lessee shall not,
however, be obligated to pay Rent or perform its other obligations until it
receives possession of the Premises. If possession is not delivered within
sixty (60) days after the Commencement Date, Lessee may, at its option, by
notice in writing within ten (10) days after the end of such sixty (60) day
period, cancel this Lease, in which event the Parties shall be discharged
from all obligations hereunder. If such written notice is not received by
Lessor within said ten (10) day period, Lessee's right to cancel shall
terminate. Except as otherwise provided, if possession is not tendered to
Lessee by the Start Date and Lessee does not terminate this Lease, as
aforesaid, any period of rent abatement that Lessee would otherwise have
enjoyed shall run from the date of delivery of possession and continue for a
period equal to what Lessee would otherwise have enjoyed under the terms
hereof, but minus any days of delay caused by the acts or omissions of
Lessee. If possession of the Premises is not delivered within four (4) months
after the Commencement Date, this Lease shall terminate unless other
agreements are reached between Lessor and Lessee, in writing.

3.4  Lessee Compliance. Lessor shall not be required to tender possession of the
Premises to Lessee until Lessee complies with its obligation to provide evidence
of insurance (Paragraph 8.5). Pending delivery of such evidence, Lessee shall be
required to perform all of its obligations under this Lease from and after the
Start Date, including the payment of Rent, notwithstanding Lessor's election to
withhold possession pending receipt of such evidence of insurance. Further, if
Lessee is required to perform any other conditions prior to or concurrent with
the Start Date, the Start Date shall occur but Lessor may elect to withhold
possession until such conditions are satisfied.

*as follows: Lessee shall be obligated to pay, each month during the remainder
of the term of this Lease, on the date on which Base Rent is due, an amount
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such Capital Expenditure by a fraction, the numerator of which is one, and the
denominator of which is the number of months of the useful life of such Capital
Expenditure pursuant to Federal Income tax regulations or guidelines for
depreciation thereof (including interest on the unamortized balance as is then
commercially reasonable in the judgement of Lessor's accountants), with Lessee
reserving the right to prepay its obligations at any time; (see above)

4. Rent.
4.1 Rent Defined. All monetary obligations of Lessee to Lessor under the terms
of this Lease (except for the Security Deposit) are deemed to be rent ("Rent").

4.2 Payment. Lessee shall cause payment of Rent to be received by Lessor in
lawful money of the United States, without offset or deduction (except as
specifically permitted 1n this Lease), on or before the day on which it is due.
Rent for any period during the term hereof which is for less than one (1) full
calendar month shall be prorated based upon the actual number of days of said
month. Payment of Rent shall be made to Lessor at its address stated herein or
to such other persons or place as Lessor may from time to time designate in
writing. Acceptance of a payment which is less than the amount then due shall
not be a waiver of Lessor's rights to the balance of such Rent, regardless of
Lessor's endorsement of any check so stating.

5. Security Deposit. Lessee shall deposit with Lessor upon execution hereof the
Security Deposit as security for Lessee's faithful performance of its
obligations under this Lease. If Lessee fails to pay Rent, or otherwise Defaults
under this Lease, Lessor may use, apply or retain all or any portion of said
Security Deposit for the payment of any amount due Lessor or to reimburse or
compensate Lessor for any liability, expense, loss or damage which Lessor may
suffer or incur by reason thereof. If Lessor uses or applies all or any portion
of said Security Deposit, Lessee shall within ten (10) days after written
request therefor deposit monies with Lessor sufficient to restore said Security
Deposit to the full amount required by this Lease. If the Base Rent increases
during the term of this Lease, Lessee shall, upon written request from Lessor,
deposit additional monies with Lessor so that the total amount of the Security
Deposit shall at all times bear the same proportion to the increased Base Rent
as the initial Security Deposit bore to the initial Base Rent. Should the Agreed
Use be amended to accommodate a material change in the business of Lessee or to
accommodate a sublessee or assignee, Lessor shall have the right to increase the
Security Deposit to the extent necessary, in Lessor's reasonable judgment, to
account for any increased wear and tear that the Premises may suffer as a result
thereof. If a change in control of Lessee occurs during this Lease and following
such change the financial condition of Lessee is, in Lessor's reasonable
judgment, significantly reduced, Lessee shall deposit such additional monies
with Lessor as shall be sufficient to cause the Security Deposit to be at a
commercially reasonable level based on said change in financial condition.
Lessor shall not be required to keep the Security Deposit separate from its
general accounts. Within fourteen (14) days after the expiration or termination
of this Lease, if Lessor elects to apply the Security Deposit only to unpaid
Rent, and otherwise within thirty (30) days after the Premises have been vacated
pursuant to Paragraph 7.4(c) below, Lessor shall return that portion of the
Security Deposit not used or applied by Lessor. No part of the Security Deposit
shall be considered to be held in trust, to bear interest or to be prepayment
for any monies to be paid by Lessee under this Lease.

6. Use.

6.1 Use. Lessee shall use and occupy the Premises only for the Agreed Use, or an
other legal use which is reasonably comparable thereto, and for no other
purpose. Lessee shall not use or permit the use of the remises in a manner that
is unlawful, creates damage, waste or a nuisance, or that disturbs owners and/or
occupants of, or causes damage to neighboring properties. Lessor shall not
unreasonably withhold or delay its consent to any written request for a
modification of the Agreed Use, so long as the same will not impair the
structural integrity of the improvements on the Premises or the mechanical or
electrical systems therein, is not significantly more burdensome to the
Premises. If Lessor elects to withhold consent, Lessor shall within five (5)
business days after such request give written notification of same, which notice
shall include an explanation of Lessor's objections to the change in use.

6.2 Hazardous Substances.
(a) Reportable Uses Require Consent. The term "Hazardous Substance" as used in
this Lease shall mean any product, substance, or waste whose presence, use,
manufacture, disposal, transportation, or release, either by itself or in
combination with other materials expected to be on the Premises, is either: (i)
potentially injurious to the public health, safety or welfare, the environment
or the Premises, (ii) regulated or monitored by any governmental authority, or
(iii) a basis for potential liability of Lessor to any governmental agency or
third party under any applicable statute or common law theory. Hazardous
Substances shall include, but not be limited to, hydrocarbons, petroleum,
gasoline, and/or crude oil or any products by-products or fractions thereof.
Lessee shall not engage in any activity in or on the Premises which constitutes
a Reportable Use of Hazardous Substances without the express prior written
consent of Lessor and timely compliance (at Lessee's expense) with all
Applicable Requirements "Reportable Use" shall mean (i) the installation or use
of any above or below ground storage tank, (ii) the generation possession,
storage, use, transportation, or disposal of a Hazardous Substance that requires
a permit from, or with respect to which a report, notice, registration or
business plan is required to be filed with, any governmental authority, and/or
(iii) the presence at the Premises of a Hazardous Substance with respect to
which any Applicable Requirements requires that a notice be given to persons
entering or occupying the Premises or neighboring properties. Notwithstanding
the foregoing, Lessee may use any ordinary and customary materials reasonably
required to be used in the normal course of the Agreed Use, so long as such use
is in compliance with all Applicable Requirements, is not a Reportable Use, and
does not expose the Premises or neighboring property to any meaningful risk of
contamination or damage or expose Lessor to any liability therefor. In addition,
Lessor may condition its consent to any Reportable Use upon receiving such
additional assurances as Lessor reasonably deems necessary to protect itself,
the public, the Premises and/or the environment against damage, contamination,
injury and/or liability, including, but not limited to, the installation (and
removal on or before Lease expiration or termination) of protective
modifications (such as concrete encasements) and/or increasing the Security
Deposit.

(b) Duty to Inform Lessor. If Lessee knows, or has reasonable cause to believe,
that a Hazardous Substance has come to be located in, on, under or about the
Premises, other than as previously consented to by Lessor,

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Lessee shall immediately give written notice of such fact to Lessor, and provide
Lessor with a copy of any report, notice, claim or other documentation which it
has concerning the presence of such Hazardous Substance.

(c) Lessee Remediation. Lessee shall not cause or permit any Hazardous Substance
to be spilled or released in, on, under, or about the Premises (including
through the plumbing or sanitary sewer system) and shall promptly, at Lessee's
expense, take all investigatory and/or remedial action reasonably recommended,
whether or not formally ordered or required, for the cleanup of any
contamination of, and for the maintenance, security and/or monitoring of the
Premises or neighboring properties, that was caused or materially contributed to
by Lessee, or pertaining to or involving any Hazardous Substance brought onto
the Premises during the term of this Lease, by or for Lessee, or any third
party.

(d) Lessee Indemnification. Lessee shall indemnify, defend and hold Lessor, its
agents, employees, lenders and ground lessor, if any, harmless from and against
any and all loss of rents and/or damages, liabilities, judgments, claims,
expenses, penalties, and attorneys' and consultants' fees arising out of or
involving any Hazardous Substance brought onto the Premises by or for Lessee, or
any third party (provided, however, that Lessee shall have no liability under
this Lease with respect to underground migration of any Hazardous Substance
under the Premises from adjacent properties). Lessee's obligations shall
include, but not be limited to, the effects of any contamination or injury to
person, property or the environment created or suffered by Lessee, and the cost
of investigation, removal, remediation, restoration and/or abatement, and shall
survive the expiration or termination of this Lease No termination, cancellation
or release agreement entered into by Lessor and Lessee shall release Lessee from
its obligations under this Lease with respect to Hazardous Substances, unless
specifically so agreed by Lessor in writing at the time of such agreement.

(e) Lessor Indemnification. Lessor and its successors and assigns shall
indemnify, defend, reimburse and hold Lessee its employees and lenders, harmless
from and against any and all environmental damages, including the cost of
remediation, which existed as a result of Hazardous Substances on the Premises
prior to the Start Date or which are caused by the gross negligence or willful
misconduct of Lessor, its agents or employees. Lessor's obligations, as and when
required by the Applicable Requirements, shall include, but not be limited to,
the cost of investigation, removal, remediation, restoration and/or abatement,
and shall survive the expiration or termination of this Lease.

(f) Investigations and Remediations. Lessor shall retain the responsibility and
pay for any investigations or remediation measures required by governmental
entities having jurisdiction with respect to the existence of Hazardous
Substances on the Premises prior to the Start Date, unless such remediation
measure is required as a result of Lessee's use (including "Alterations", as
defined in Paragraph 7.3(a) below) of the Premises, in which event Lessee shall
be responsible for such payment. Lessee shall cooperate fully in any such
activities at the request of Lessor, including allowing Lessor and Lessor's
agents to have reasonable access to the Premises at reasonable times in order to
carry out Lessor's investigative and remedial responsibilities.

(g) Lessor Termination Option. If a Hazardous Substance Condition occurs during
the term of this Lease, unless Lessee is legally responsible therefor (in which
case Lessee shall make the investigation and remediation thereof required by the
Applicable Requirements and this Lease shall continue in full force and effect,
but subject to Lessor's rights under Paragraph 6.2(d) and Paragraph 13), Lessor
may, at Lessor's option, either (i) investigate and remediate such Hazardous
Substance Condition, if required, as soon as reasonably possible at Lessor's
expense, in which event this Lease shall continue in full force and effect, or
(ii) if the estimated cost to remediate such condition exceeds twelve (12) times
the then monthly Base Rent or $100,000, whichever is greater, give written
notice to Lessee, within thirty (30) days after receipt by Lessor of knowledge
of the occurrence of such Hazardous Substance Condition, of Lessor's desire to
terminate this Lease as of the date sixty (60) days following the date of such
notice. In the event Lessor elects to give a termination notice, Lessee may,
within ten (10) days thereafter, give written notice to Lessor of Lessee's
commitment to pay the amount by which the cost of the remediation of such
Hazardous Substance Condition exceeds an amount equal to twelve (12) times the
then monthly Base Rent or $100,000, whichever is greater. Lessee shall provide
Lessor with said funds or satisfactory assurance thereof within thirty (30) days
following such commitment. In such event, this Lease shall continue in full
force and effect, and Lessor shall proceed to make such remediation as soon as
reasonably possible after the required funds are available. If Lessee does not
give such notice and provide the required funds or assurance thereof within the
time provided, this Lease shall terminate as of the date specified in Lessor's
notice of termination.

6.3 Lessee's Compliance with Applicable Requirements. Except as otherwise
provided in this Lease, Lessee shall, at Lessee's sole expense, fully,
diligently and in a timely manner, materially comply with all Applicable
Requirements, the requirements of any applicable fire insurance underwriter or
rating bureau, and the recommendations of Lessor's engineers and/or consultants
which relate in any manner to the Premises, without regard to whether said
requirements are now in effect or become effective after the Start Date. Lessee
shall, within ten (10) days after receipt of Lessor's written request, provide
Lessor with copies of all permits and other documents, and other information
evidencing Lessee's compliance with any Applicable Requirements specified by
Lessor, and shall immediately upon receipt, notify Lessor in writing (with
copies of any documents involved) of any threatened or actual claim, notice,
citation, warning, complaint or report pertaining to or involving the failure of
Lessee or the Premises to comply with any Applicable Requirements.

6.4 Inspection; Compliance. Lessor and Lessor's "Lender" (as defined in
Paragraph 30 below) and consultants shall have the right to enter into Premises
at any time, in the case of an emergency, and otherwise at reasonable times, for
the purpose of inspecting the condition of the Premises and for verifying
compliance by Lessee with this Lease. The cost of any such inspections shall be
paid by Lessor, unless a violation of Applicable Requirements, or a
contamination is found to exist or be imminent, or the inspection is requested
or ordered by a governmental authority. In such case, Lessee shall upon request
reimburse Lessor for the cost of such inspections, so long as such inspection is
reasonably related to the violation or contamination.

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7.1  Lessee's Obligations.
(a) In General. Subject to the provisions of Paragraph 2.2 (Condition), 2.3
(Compliance), 6.3 (Lessee's Compliance with Applicable Requirements), 7.2
(Lessor's Obligations), 9 (Damage or Destruction), and 14 (Condemnation), Lessee
shall, at Lessee's sole expense, keep the Premises, Utility Installations, and
Alterations in good order, condition and repair (whether or not the portion of
the Premises requiring repairs, or the means of repairing the same, are
reasonably or readily accessible to Lessee, and whether or not the need for such
repairs occurs as a result of Lessee's use, any prior use, the elements or the
age of such portion of the Premises), including, but not limited to, all
equipment or facilities, such as plumbing, heating, ventilating,
air-conditioning, electrical, lighting facilities, boilers, pressure vessels,
fire protection system, fixtures, walls (interior and exterior), foundations,
ceilings, roofs, floors, windows, doors, plate glass, skylights, landscaping,
driveways, parking lots, fences, retaining walls, signs, sidewalks and parkways
located in, on, or adjacent to the Premises. Lessee, in keeping the Premises in
good order, condition and repair, shall exercise and perform good maintenance
practices, specifically including the procurement and maintenance of the service
contracts required by Paragraph 7.1 (b) below. Lessee's obligations shall
include restorations, replacements or renewals when necessary to keep the
Premises and all improvements thereon or a part thereof in good order, condition
and state of repair Lessee shall, during the term of this Lease, keep the
exterior appearance of the Building in a first-class condition consistent with
the exterior appearance of other similiar facilities of comparable age and size
in the vicinity, including, when necessary the exterior repainting of the
Building.

(b) Service Contracts. Lessee shall, at Lessee's sole expense procure and
maintain contracts, with copies to Lessor, in customary form and substance for,
and with contractors specializing and experienced in the maintenance of the
following equipment and improvements, if any, if and when installed on the
Premises (i) HVAC equipment, (ii) boiler, and pressure vessels, (iii) fire
extinguishing systems, including fire alarm and/or smoke detection, (iv)
landscaping and irrigation systems, (v) roof drains, (vi) driveways and parking
lots, (vii) clarifiers, (viii) basic utility feed to the perimeter of the
Building, (ix) the elevator, and (x) any other equipment, if reasonable required
by Lessor.

(c) Not Used

7.2 Lessor's Obligations. Subject to the provisions of Paragraphs 2.2
(Condition), 2.3 (Compliance), 9 (Damage or Destruction) and 14 (Condemnation),
it is intended by the Parties hereto that Lessor have no obligation, in any
manner whatsoever, to repair and maintain the Premises, or the equipment
therein, all of which obligations are intended to be that of the Lessee except
as referenced in Addendum B It is the intention of the Parties that the terms of
this Lease govern the respective obligations of the Parties as to maintenance
and repair of the Premises, and they expressly waive the benefit of any statute
now or hereafter in effect to the extent it is inconsistent with the terms of
this Lease.

7.3 Utility Installations; Trade Fixtures; Alterations

(a) Definitions; Consent Required. The term "Utility Installations" refers to
all floor and window coverings, air lines, power panels, electrical
distribution, security and fire protection systems, communication systems,
lighting fixtures, HVAC equipment, plumbing, and fencing in or on the Premises.
The term "Trade Fixtures" shall mean Lessee's machinery and equipment that can
be removed without doing material damage to the Premises. The term "Alterations"
shall mean any modification of the improvements, other than Utility
Installations or Trade Fixtures, whether by addition or deletion. "Lessee Owned
Alterations and/or Utility Installations" are defined as Alterations and/or
Utility Installations made by Lessee that are not yet owned by Lessor pursuant
to Paragraph 7.4(a). Lessee shall not make any Alterations or Utility
Installations to the Premises without Lessor's prior written consent Lessee may,
however, make non-structural Utility Installations to the interior of the
Premises (excluding the roof) without such consent but upon notice to Lessor, as
long as they are not visible from the outside, do not involve puncturing,
relocating or removing the roof or any existing walls, and the cumulative cost
thereof during this Lease as extended does not exceed $50,000 in the aggregate
or $10,000 in any one year.

(b) Consent. Any Alterations or Utility Installations that Lessee shall desire
to make and which require the consent of the Lessor shall be presented to Lessor
in written form with detailed plans*see below. Consent shall be deemed
conditioned upon Lessee's: (i) acquiring all applicable governmental permits,
(ii) furnishing Lessor with copies of both the permits and the plans and
specifications prior to commencement of the work, and (iii) compliance with all
conditions of said permits and other Applicable Requirements in a prompt and
expeditious manner. Any Alterations or Utility Installations shall be performed
in a workmanlike manner with good and sufficient materials. Lessee shall
promptly upon completion furnish Lessor with as-built plans and specifications.
For work which costs an amount equal to the greater of one month's Base Rent, or
$10,000, Lessor may condition its consent upon Lessee providing a lien and
completion bond in an amount equal to one and one-half times the estimated cost
of such Alteration or Utility Installation and/or upon Lessee's posting an
additional Security Deposit with Lessor.

(c) Indemnification. Lessee shall ay, when due, all claims for labor or
materials furnished or alleged to have been furnished to or for Lessee at or for
use on the remises, which claims are or may be secured by any mechanic's or
materialmen's lien against the Premises or any interest therein. Lessee shall
give Lessor not less than ten (10) days' notice prior to the commencement of any
work in, on or about the Premises, and Lessor shall have the right to post
notices of non-responsibility. If Lessee shall contest the validity of any such
lien, claim or demand, then Lessee shall, at its sole expense defend and protect
itself, Lessor and the Premises against the same and shall pay and satisfy any
such adverse judgment that may be rendered thereon before the enforcement
thereof. If Lessor shall require, Lessee shall furnish a surety bond in an
amount equal to one and one-half times the amount of such contested lien, claim
or demand, indemnifying Lessor against liability for the same. If Lessor elects
to participate in any such action, Lessee shall pay Lessor's attorneys' fees and
costs.

*Lessee's obligations to obtain Lessor's prior consent to alterations shall be
limited to alterations the cumulative cost thereof during the Lease as extended
does not exceed $15,000 in any one year. However, Lessee shall so notify Lessor
of such intended alterations prior to commencement. Lessor acknowledges that
Lessee intends to make non-structural modifications to the first floor
lobby/entrance area, consent to which Lessor shall not unreasonably withhold.

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7.4 Ownership; Removal; Surrender; and Restoration.

(a) Ownership. Subject to Lessor's right to require removal or elect ownership
as hereinafter provided, all Alterations and Utility Installations made by
Lessee shall be the property of Lessee, but considered a part of the Premises.
Lessor may, at any time, elect in writing to be the owner of all or any
specified part of the Lessee Owned Alterations and Utility Installations. Unless
otherwise instructed per Paragraph 7.4(b) hereof, all Lessee Owned Alterations
and Utility Installations shall, at the expiration or termination of this Lease,
become the property of Lessor and be surrendered by Lessee with the Premises.
(b) Removal. By delivery to Lessee of written notice from Lessor not earlier
than ninety (90) and not later than thirty (30) days prior to the end of the
term of this Lease, Lessor may require that any or all Lessee Owned Alterations
or Utility Installations be removed by the expiration or termination of this
Lease. Lessor may require the removal at any time of all or any part of any
Lessee Owned Alterations or Utility Installations made without the required
consent.

(c) Surrender/Restoration. Lessee shall surrender the Premises by the Expiration
Date or any earlier termination date, with all of the improvements, parts and
surfaces thereof broom clean and free of debris, and in good operating order,
condition and state of repair, ordinary wear and tear excepted. "Ordinary wear
and tear" shall not include any damage or deterioration that would have been
prevented by good maintenance practice. Lessee shall repair any damage
occasioned by the installation, maintenance or removal of Trade Fixtures, Lessee
Owned Alterations and/or Utility Installations, furnishings, and equipment as
well as the removal of any storage tank installed by or for Lessee, and the
removal, replacement, or remediation of any soil, material or groundwater
contaminated by Lessee. Trade Fixtures shall remain the property of Lessee and
shall be removed by Lessee. The failure by Lessee to timely vacate the Premises
pursuant to this Paragraph 7.4(c) without the express written consent of Lessor
shall constitute a holdover under the provisions of Paragraph 26 below.

8. Insurance; Imdemnity

8.1 Payment For Insurance. Lessee shall pay for all insurance required under
Paragraph 8 except to the extent of the cost attributable to ability insurance
carried by Lessor under Paragraph 8.2(b) in excess of $2,000,000 per occurrence
$5,000,000 agrgregate. Premiums for policy periods commencing prior to or
extending beyond the Lease term shall be prorated to correspond to the Lease
term. Payment shall be made by Lessee to Lessor within ten (10) days following
receipt of an invoice.

8.2 Liability Insurance.
(a) Carried by Lessee. Lessee shall obtain and keep in force a Commerical
General Liability Policy of Insurance protecting Lessee and Lessor against
claims for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage based upon or
arising out of the ownership, use, occupancy or maintenance of the Premises and
all areas appurtenant thereto. Such insurance shall be on an occurence basis
providing single limit coverage in an amount not less than $2,000,000 per
occurrence with an "Additional Insured-Managers or Lessors of Premises
Endorsement" and contain the "Amendment of the Pollution Exclusion Endorsement"
for damage caused by heat, smoke or fumes from a hostile fire. The Policy shall
not contain any intra-insured exclusions as between insured persons or
organizations, but shall include coverage for liability assumed under this Lease
as an "insured contract" for the performance of Lessee's indemnity obligations
under this Lease. The limits of said insurance shall not, however, limit the
liability of Lessee nor relieve Lessee of any obligation hereunder. All
insurance carried by Lessee shall be primary to and not contributory with any
similar insurance carried by Lessor, whose insurance shall be considered excess
insurance only (b) Carried by Lessor. Lessor shall maintain liability insurance
as described in Paragraph 8.2(4), in addition to, and not in lieu of, the
insurance required to be maintained by Lessee. Lessee shall not be named as an
additional insured therein.

8.3 Property Insurance - Building, Improvements and Rental Value.
(a) Building and Improvements. The Insuring Party shall obtain and keep in force
a policy or policies in the name of Lessor, with loss payable to Lessor, any
groundlessor, and to any Lender(s) insuring loss or damage to the Premises The
amount of such insurance shall be equal to the full replacement cost of the
Premises, as the same shall exist from time to time, or the amount required by
any Lenders, but in no event more than the commercially reasonable and available
insurable value thereof. If Lessor is the Insuring Party, however, Lessee Owned
Alterations and Utility Installations, Trade Fixtures, and Lessee's personal
property shall be insured by Lessee under Paragraph 8.4 rather than by Lessor.
If the coverage is available and commercially appropriate, such policy or
policies shall insure against all risks of direct physical loss or damage
(except the perils of flood and/or earthquake unless required by a Lender),
including coverage for debris removal and the enforcement of any Applicable
Requirements requiring the upgrading, demolition, reconstruction or replacement
of any portion of the Premises as the result of a covered loss. Said policy or
policies shall also contain an agreed valuation provision in lieu of any
coinsurance clause, waiver of subrogation, and inflation guard protection
causing an increase in the annual property insurance coverage amount by a factor
of not less than the adjusted U.S. Department of Labor Consumer Price Index for
All Urban Consumers for the city nearest to where the Premises are located. If
such insurance coverage has a deductible clause, the deductible amount shall not
exceed $1,000 per occurrence, and Lessee shall be liable for such deductible
amount in the event of an Insured Loss.

(b) Rental Value. The Insuring Party shall obtain and keep in force a policy or
policies in the name of Lessor, with loss payable to Lessor and any Lender,
insuring the loss of the full Rent for one (1) year. Said insurance shall
provide that in the event the Lease is terminated by reason of an insured loss,
the period of indemnity for such coverage shall be extended beyond the date of
the completion of repairs or replacement of the Premises, to provide for one
full year's loss of Rent from the date of any such loss. Said insurance shall
contain an agreed valuation provision in lieu of any coinsurance clause, and the
amount of coverage shall be adjusted annually to reflect the projected Rent
otherwise payable by Lessee, for the next twelve (12) month period Lessee shall
be liable for any deductible amount in the event of such loss. (c) Adjacent
Premises. If the Premises are part of a larger building, or of a group of
buildings owned by Lessor which are adjacent to the Premises, the Lessee shall
pay for any increase in the premiums for the property insurance of such building
or buildings if said increase is caused by Lessee's acts, omissions, use or
occupancy of the Premises.

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8.4 Lessee's Property/Business Interruption Insurance.

(a) Property Damage. Lessee shall obtain and maintain insurance coverage on all
of Lessee's personal property, Trade Fixtures, and Lessee Owned Iterations and
Utility Installations. Such insurance shall be full replacement cost coverage
with a deductible of not to exceed $1,000 per occurrence. The proceeds from any
such insurance shall be used by Lessee for the replacement of personal property,
Trade Fixtures and Lessee Owned Alterations and Utility Installations. Lessee
shall provide Lessor with written evidence that such insurance is in force.

(b) Business Interruption. Lessee shall obtain and maintain loss of income and
extra expense insurance in amounts as will reimburse Lessee for direct or
indirect loss of earnings attributable to all perils commonly insured against by
prudent lessees in the business of Lessee or attributable to prevention of
access to the Premises as a result of such perils. (c) No Representation of
Adequate Coverage. Lessor makes no representation that the limits or forms of
coverage of insurance specified herein are adequate to cover Lessee's property,
business operations or obligations under this Lease.

8.5 Insurance Policies. Insurance required. herein shall be by companies duly
licensed or admitted to transact business in the state where the Premises are
located, and maintaining during the policy term a "General Policyholders Rating"
of at least B+, V, as set forth in the most current issue of "Best's Insurance
Guide", or such other rating as may be required by a Lender. Lessee shall not do
or permit to be done anything which invalidates the required insurance policies.
Lessee shall, prior to the Start Date, deliver to Lessor certified copies of
policies of such insurance or certificates evidencing the existence and amounts
of the required insurance. No such policy shall be cancelable or subject to
modification except after thirty (30) days prior written notice to Lessor.
Lessee shall, at least thirty (30) days prior to the expiration of such
policies, furnish Lessor with evidence of renewals or "insurance binders"
evidencing renewal thereof, or Lessor may order such insurance and charge the
cost thereof to Lessee, which amount shall be payable by Lessee to Lessor upon
demand. Such policies shall be for a term of at least one year, or the length of
the remaining term of this Lease, whichever is less. If either Party shall fail
to procure and maintain the insurance required to be carried by it, the other
Party may, but shall not be required to, procure and maintain the same.

8.6 Waiver of Subrogation. Without affecting any other rights or remedies,
Lessee and Lessor each hereby release and relieve the other, and waive their
entire right to recover damages against the other, for loss of or damage to its
property arising out of or incident to the perils required to be insured against
herein. The effect of such releases and waivers is not limited by the amount of
insurance carried or required, or by any deductibles applicable hereto. The
Parties agree to have their respective property damage insurance carriers waive
any right to subrogation that such companies may have against Lessor or Lessee,
as the case may be, so long as the insurance is not invalidated thereby.

8.7 Indemnity. Except for Lessor's gross negligence or willful misconduct,
Lessee shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless the Premises, Lessor
and its agents, Lessor's master or ground lessor, partners and Lenders, from and
against any and all claims, loss of rents and/or damages, liens, judgments,
penalties, attorneys' and consultants' fees, expenses and/or liabilities arising
out of, involving, or in connection with, the use and/or occupancy of the
Premises by Lessee. If any action or proceeding is brought against Lessor by
reason of any of the foregoing matters, Lessee shall upon notice defend the same
at Lessee's expense by counsel reasonably satisfactory to Lessor and Lessor
shall cooperate with Lessee in such defense. Lessor need not have first paid any
such claim in order to be defended or indemnified.

8.8 Exemption of Lessor from Liability. Lessor shall not be liable for injury or
damage to the person or goods, wares, merchandise or other property of Lessee,
Lessee's employees, contractors, invitees, customers, or any other person in or
about the Premises, whether such damage or injury is caused by or results from
fire, steam, electricity, gas, water or rain, or from the breakage, leakage,
obstruction or other defects of pipes, fire sprinklers, wires, appliances,
plumbing, HVAC or lighting fixtures, or from any other cause, whether the said
injury or damage results from conditions arising upon the Premises or upon other
portions of the Building of which the Premises are a part, or from other sources
or places. Lessor shall not be liable for any damages arising from any act or
neglect of any other tenant of Lessor. Notwithstanding Lessor's negligence or
breach of this Lease, Lessor shall under no circumstances be liable for injury
to Lessee's business or for any loss of income or profit therefrom.

9. Damage or Destruction. 9.1 Definitions.

(a) "Premises Partial Damage" shall mean damage or destruction to the
improvements on the Premises, other than Lessee Owned Alterations and Utility
Installations, which can reasonably be repaired in six (6) months or less from
the date of the damage or destruction. Lessor shall notify Lessee in writing
within thirty (30) days from the date of the damage or destruction as to whether
or not the damage is Partial or Total.

(b) "Premises Total Destruction" shall mean damage or destruction to the
Premises, other than Lessee Owned Alterations and Utility Installations and
Trade Fixtures, which cannot reasonably be repaired in six (6) months or less
from the date of the damage or destruction. Lessor shall notify Lessee in
writing within thirty (30) days from the date of the damage or destruction as to
whether or not the damage is Partial or Total.

(c) "Insured Loss" shall mean damage or destruction to improvements on the
Premises, other than Lessee Owned Alterations and Utility Installations and
Trade Fixtures, which was caused by an event required to be covered by the
insurance described in Paragraph 8.3(a), irrespective of any deductible amounts
or coverage limits involved.

(d) "Replacement Cost" shall mean the cost to repair or rebuild the improvements
owned by Lessor at the time of the occurrence to their condition existing
immediately prior thereto including demolition, debris removal and upgrading
required by the operation of Applicable Requirements, and without deduction for
depreciation

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(e) "Hazardous Substance Condition" shall mean the occurrence or discovery of a
condition involving the presence of, or a contamination by, a Hazardous
Substance as defined in Paragraph 6 2(a). in on or under the Premises.

9.2 Partial Damage - Insured Loss. If a Premises Partial Damage that is an
Insured Loss occurs, then Lessor shall, at Lessor's expense, repair such damage
(but not Lessee's Trade Fixtures or Lessee Owned Alterations and Utility
Installations) as soon as reasonably possible and this Lease shall continue in
full force and effect; provided, however, that Lessee shall, at Lessor's
election, make the repair of any damage or destruction the total cost to repair
of which is $10,000 or less, and, in such event, Lessor shall make any
applicable insurance proceeds available to Lessee on a reasonable basis for that
purpose. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if the required insurance was not in
force or the insurance proceeds are not sufficient to effect such repair, the
Insuring Party shall promptly contribute the shortage in proceeds (except as to
the deductible which is Lessee's responsibility) as and when required to
complete said repairs. In the event, however, such shortage was due to the fact
that, by reason of the unique nature of the improvements, full replacement cost
insurance coverage was not commercially reasonable and available, Lessor shall
have no obligation to pay for the shortage in insurance proceeds or to fully
restore the unique aspects of the Premises unless Lessee provides Lessor with
the funds to cover same, or adequate assurance thereof, within ten (10) days
following receipt of written notice of such shortage and request therefor. If
Lessor receives said funds or adequate assurance thereof within said ten (10)
day period, the party responsible for making the repairs shall complete them as
soon as reasonably possible and this Lease shall remain in full force and
effect. If such funds or assurance are not received, Lessor may nevertheless
elect by written notice to Lessee within ten (10) days thereafter to (i) make
such restoration and repair as is commercially reasonable with Lessor paying any
shortage in proceeds, in which case this Lease shall remain in full force and
effect, or have this Lease terminate thirty (30) days thereafter. Lessee shall
not be entitled to reimbursement of any funds contributed by Lessee to repair
any such damage or destruction. Premises Partial Damage due to flood or
earthquake shall be subject to Paragraph 9.3, notwithstanding that there may be
some insurance coverage, but the net proceeds of any such insurance shall be
made available for the repairs if made by either Party.

9.3 Partial Damage - Uninsured Loss. If a Premises Partial Damage that is not an
Insured Loss occurs, unless caused by a negligent or willful act of Lessee (in
which event Lessee shall make the repairs at Lessee's expense). Lessor may
either (1) repair such damage as soon as reasonably possible at Lessor's
expense, in which event this Lease shall continue in full force and effect or
(ii) terminate this Lease by giving written notice to Lessee within thirty (30)
days after receipt by Lessor of knowledge of the occurrence of such damage. Such
termination shall be effective sixty (60) days following the date of such notice
In the event Lessor elects to terminate this Lease, Lessee shall have the right
within ten (10) days after receipt of the termination notice to give written
notice to Lessor of Lessee's commitment to pay for the repair of such damage
without reimbursement from Lessor Lessee shall provide Lessor with said funds or
satisfactory assurance thereof within thirty (30) days after making such
commitment. In such event this Lease shall continue in full force and effect,
and Lessor shall proceed to make such repairs as soon as reasonably possible
after the required funds are available. If Lessee does not make the required
commitment, this Lease shall terminate as of the date specified in the
termination notice

9.4 Total Destruction. Notwithstanding any other provision hereof, if a Premises
Total Destruction occurs, this Lease shall terminate sixty (60) days following
such Destruction. If the damage or destruction was caused by the gross
negligence or willful misconduct of Lessee, Lessor shall have the right to
recover Lessor's damages from Lessee, except as provided in Paragraph 8.6

9.5 Damage Near End of Term. If at any time during the last six (6) months of
this Lease there is damage for which the cost to repair exceeds one (1) month's
Base Rent, whether or not an Insured Loss, Lessor may terminate this Lease
effective sixty (60) days following the date of occurrence of such damage by
giving written termination notice to Lessee within thirty (30) days after the
date of occurrence of such damage. Notwithstanding the foregoing, if Lessee at
that time has an exercisable option to extend this Lease or to purchase the
Premises, then Lessee may preserve this Lease by, (a) exercising such option and
(b) providing Lessor with any shortage in insurance proceeds (or adequate
assurance thereof) needed to make the repairs on or before the earlier of (i)
the date which is ten days after Lessee's receipt of Lessor's written notice
purporting to terminate this Lease, or (ii) the day prior to the date upon which
such option expires. If Lessee duly exercises such option during such period and
provides Lessor with funds (or adequate assurance thereof) to cover any shortage
in insurance proceeds, Lessor shall, at Lessor's commercially reasonable
expense, repair such damage as soon as reasonably possible and this Lease shall
continue in full force and effect. If Lessee fails to exercise such option and
provide such funds or assurance during such period, then this Lease shall
terminate on the date specified in the termination notice and Lessee's option
shall be extinguished.

9.6 Abatement of Rent; Lessee's Remedies.

(a) Abatement. In the event of Premises Partial Damage or Premises Total
Destruction or a Hazardous Substance Condition for which Lessee is not
responsible under this Lease, the Rent payable by Lessee for the period required
for the repair, remediation or restoration of such damage shall be abated in
proportion to the degree to which Lessee's use of the Premises is impaired, but
not to exceed the proceeds received from the Rental Value insurance. All other
obligations of Lessee hereunder shall be performed by Lessee, and Lessor shall
have no liability for any such damage, destruction, remediation, repair or
restoration except as provided herein.

(b) Remedies. If Lessor shall be obligated to repair or restore the Premises and
does not commence, in a substantial and meaningful way, such repair or
restoration within ninety (90) days after such obligation shall accrue, Lessee
may, at any time prior to the commencement of such repair or restoration, give
written notice to Lessor and to any Lenders of which Lessee has actual notice,
of Lessee's election to terminate this Lease on a date not less than sixty (60)
days following the giving of such notice. If Lessee gives such notice and such
repair or restoration is not commenced within thirty (30) days thereafter, this
Lease shall terminate as of the date specified in said notice. If the repair or
restoration is commenced within said thirty (30) days, this Lease shall

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continue in full force and effect. "Commence" shall mean either the
unconditional authorization of the preparation of the required plans, or the
beginning of the actual work on the Premises, whichever first occurs.

9.7 Termination-Advance Payments. Upon termination of this Lease pursuant to
Paragraph 6.2(g) or Paragraph 9, an equitable adjustment shall be made
concerning advance Base Rent and any other advance payments made by Lessee to
Lessor. Lessor shall, in addition, return to Lessee so much of Lessee's Security
Deposit as has not been, or is not then required to be, used by Lessor.

9.8 Waive Statutes. Lessor and Lessee agree that the terms of this Lease shall
govern the effect of any damage to or destruction of the Premises with respect
to the termination of this Lease and hereby waive the provisions of any present
or future statute to the extent inconsistent herewith.

10. Real Property Taxes.

10.1 Definition of "Real Property Taxes." As used herein, the term "Real
Property Taxes" shall include any form of assessment; real estate, general,
special, ordinary or extraordinary, or rental levy or tax (other than
inheritance, personal income or estate taxes); improvement bond; and/or license
fee imposed upon or levied against any legal or equitable interest of Lessor in
the Premises, Lessor's right to other income therefrom, and/or Lessor's business
of leasing, by any authority having the direct or indirect power to tax and
where the funds are generated with reference to the Building address and where
the proceeds so generated are to be applied by the city, county or other local
taxing authority of a jurisdiction within which the Premises are located. The
term "Real Property Taxes" shall also include any tax, fee, levy, assessment or
charge, or any increase therein, imposed by reason of events occurring during
the term of this Lease, but excluding any increase resulting from a change in
the ownership of the Premises.

10.2
(a) Payment of Taxes. Lessee shall pay the Real Property Taxes applicable
to the Premises during the term of this Lease. Subject to Paragraph 10.2(b), all
such payments shall be made at least ten (10) days prior to any delinquency
date. Lessee shall promptly furnish Lessor with satisfactory evidence that such
taxes have been paid. If any such taxes shall cover any period of time prior to
or after the expiration or termination of this Lease, Lessee's share of such
taxes shall be prorated to cover only that portion of the tax bill applicable to
the period that this Lease is in effect, and Lessor shall reimburse Lessee for
any overpayment. If Lessee shall fail to pay any required Real Property Taxes,
Lessor shall have the right to pay the same, and Lessee shall reimburse Lessor
therefor upon demand.

(b) Advance Payment. In the event Lessee incurs a late charge on any Rent
payment, Lessor may, at Lessor's option, estimate the current Real Property
Taxes, and require that such taxes be paid in advance to Lessor by Lessee,
either: (i) in a lump sum amount equal to the installment due, at least twenty
(20) days prior to the applicable delinquency date, or (ii) monthly in advance
with the payment of the Base Rent. If Lessor elects to require payment monthly
in advance, the monthly payment shall be an amount equal to the amount of the
estimated installment of taxes divided by the number of months remaining before
the month in which said installment becomes delinquent. When the actual amount
of the applicable tax bill is known the amount of such equal monthly advance
payments shall be adjusted as required to provide the funds needed to pay the
applicable taxes If the amount collected by Lessor is insufficient to pay such
Real Property Taxes when due, Lessee shall pay Lessor upon demand, such
additional sums as are necessary to pay such obligations. All monies paid to
Lessor under this Paragraph may be intermingled with other monies of Lessor and
shall not bear interest. 'n the event of a Breach by Lessee in the performance
of its obligations under this Lease, then any balance of funds paid to Lessor
under the provisions of this Paragraph may at the option of Lessor, be treated
as an additional Security Deposit.

10.3 Joint Assessment. If the Premises are not separately assessed, Lessee's
liability shall be an equitable proportion of the Real Property Taxes for all of
the land and improvements included within the tax parcel assessed, such
proportion to be conclusively determined by Lessor from the respective
valuations assigned in the assessor's work sheets or such other information as
may be reasonably available.

10.4 Personal Property Taxes. Lessee shall pay, prior to delinquency, all taxes
assessed against and levied upon Lessee Owned Alterations, Utility
Installations, Trade Fixtures, furnishings, equipment and all personal property
of Lessee. When possible, Lessee shall cause such property to be assessed and
billed separately from the real property of Lessor If any of Lessee's said
personal property shall be assessed with Lessor's real property, Lessee shall
pay Lessor the taxes attributable to Lessee's property within ten (10) days
after receipt of a written statement.

11. Utilities. Lessee shall pay for all water, gas, heat, light, power,
telephone, trash disposal and other utilities and services supplied to the
Premises, together with any taxes thereon. If any such services are not
separately metered to Lessee Lessee shall pay a reasonable proportion, to be
determined by Lessor, of all charges jointly metered.

12. Assignment and Subletting.

12.1 Lessor's Consent Required.

(a) Lessee shall not voluntarily or by operation of law assign, transfer,
mortgage or encumber (collectively, "assign or assignment") or sublet all or any
part of Lessee's interest in this Lease or in the Premises without Lessor's
prior written consent

(b) A change in the control of Lessee shall constitute an assignment requiring
consent. The transfer, on a cumulative basis, of twenty-five percent (25%) or
more of the voting control of Lessee shall constitute a change in control for
this purpose

(c) The involvement of Lessee or its assets in any transaction, or series of
transactions (by way of merger. sale, acquisition, financing, transfer,
leveraged buy-out or otherwise), whether or not a formal assignment or
hypothecation of this Lease or Lessee's assets occurs, which results or will
result in a reduction of the Net Worth of Lessee by an amount greater than
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of such Net Worth as it was represented at the time of the execution of this
Lease or at the time of the most recent assignment to which Lessor has
consented, or as it exists immediately prior to said transaction or transactions
constituting such reduction, whichever was or is greater, shall be considered an
assignment of this Lease to which Lessor may withhold its consent. "Net Worth of
Lessee" shall mean the net worth of Lessee (excluding any guarantors)
established under generally accepted accounting principles.

(d) An assignment or subletting without consent shall, at Lessor's option, be a
Default curable after notice per Paragraph 13.1(c), or a noncurable Breach
without the necessity of any notice and grace period. If Lessor elects to treat
such unapproved assignment or subletting as a noncurable Breach, Lessor may
either: (i) terminate this Lease, or (ii) upon thirty (30) days written notice,
increase the monthly Base Rent to one hundred ten percent (110%) of the Base
Rent then in effect. Further, in the event of such Breach and rental adjustment,
(i) the purchase price of any option to purchase the Premises held by Lessee
shall be subject to similar adjustment to one hundred ten percent (110%) of the
price previously in effect, and (ii) all fixed and non-fixed rental adjustments
scheduled during the remainder of the Lease term shall be increased to One
Hundred Ten Percent (110%) of the scheduled adjusted rent.
(e) Lessee's remedy for any breach of Paragraph 12.1 by Lessor shall be limited
to compensatory damages and/or injunctive relief.

12.2 Terms and Conditions Applicable to Assignment and Subletting. (a)
Regardless of Lessor's consent, any assignment or subletting shall not: (i) be
effective without the express written assumption by such assignee or sublessee
of the obligations of Lessee under this Lease, (ii) release Lessee of any
obligations hereunder, or (iii) alter the primary liability of Lessee for the
payment of Rent or for the performance of any other obligations to be performed
by Lessee.

(b) Lessor may accept Rent or performance of Lessee's obligations from any
person other than Lessee pending approval or disapproval of an assignment.
Neither a delay in the approval or disapproval of such assignment nor the
acceptance of Rent or performance shall constitute a waiver or estoppel of
Lessor's right to exercise its remedies for Lessee's Default or Breach.

(c) Lessor's consent to any assignment or subletting shall not constitute a
consent to any subsequent assignment or subletting.

(d) In the event of any Default or Breach by Lessee, Lessor may proceed directly
against Lessee, any Guarantors or anyone else responsible for the performance of
Lessee's obligations under this Lease, including any assignee or sublessee,
without first exhausting Lessor's remedies against any other person or entity
responsible therefore to Lessor, or any security held by Lessor.

(e) Each request for consent to an assignment or subletting shall be in writing,
accompanied b information relevant to Lessor's determination as to the financial
and operational responsibility and appropriateness of the propose assignee or
sublessee, including but not limited to the intended use and/or required
modification of the Premises, if any, together with a fee of $1,000 or ten
percent (10%) of the current monthly Base Rent applicable to the portion of the
Premises which is the subject of the proposed assignment or sublease, whichever
is greater, as consideration for Lessor's considering and processing said
request. Lessee agrees to provide Lessor with such other or additional
information and/or documentation as may be reasonably requested.

(f) Any assignee of, or sublessee under, this Lease shall, by reason of
accepting such assignment or entering into such sublease, be deemed to have
assumed and agreed to conform and comply with each and every term, covenant,
condition and obligation herein to be observed or performed by Lessee during the
term of said assignment or sublease, other than such obligations as are contrary
to or inconsistent with provisions of an assignment or sublease to which Lessor
has specifically consented to in writing.

12.3 Additional Terms and Conditions Applicable to Subletting. The following
terms and conditions shall apply to any subletting by Lessee of all or any part
of the Premises and shall be deemed included in all subleases under this Lease
whether or not expressly incorporated therein:

(a) Lessee hereby assigns and transfers to Lessor all of Lessee's interest in
all Rent payable on any sublease, and Lessor may collect such Rent and apply
same toward Lessee's obligations under this Lease; provided, however, that until
a Breach shall occur in the performance of Lessee's obligations, Lessee may
collect said Rent. Lessor shall not, by reason of the foregoing or any
assignment of such sublease, nor by reason of the collection of Rent, be deemed
liable to the sublessee for any failure of Lessee to perform and comply with any
of Lessee's obligations to such sublessee. Lessee hereby irrevocably authorizes
and directs any such sublessee, upon receipt of a written notice from Lessor
stating that a Breach exists in the performance of Lessee's obligations under
this Lease, to pay to Lessor all Rent due and to become due under the sublease.
Sublessee shall rely upon any such notice from Lessor and shall pay all Rents to
Lessor without any obligation or right to inquire as to whether such Breach
exists, notwithstanding any claim from Lessee to the contrary.

(b) In the event of a Breach by Lessee, Lessor may, at its option, require
sublessee to attorn to Lessor, in which event Lessor shall undertake the
obligations of the sublessor under such sublease from the time of the exercise
of said option to the expiration of such sublease; provided, however, Lessor
shall not be liable for any prepaid rents or security deposit paid by such
sublessee to such sublessor or for any prior Defaults or Breaches of such
sublessor.

(c) Any matter requiring the consent of the sublessor under a sublease shall
also require the consent of Lessor.

(d) No sublessee shall further assign or sublet all or any part of the Premises
without Lessor's prior written consent.

(e) Lessor shall deliver a copy of any notice of Default or Breach by Lessee to
the sublessee, who shall have the right to cure the Default of Lessee within the
grace period, if any, specified in such notice The sublessee shall have a right
of reimbursement and offset from and against Lessee for any such Defaults cured
by the sublessee

13.     Default; Breach; Remedies.

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13.1 Default; Breach. A "Default" is defined as a failure by the Lessee to
comply with or perform any of the terms, convenants, conditions or rules under
this Lease. A "Breach" is defined as the occurrence of one or more of the
following Defaults, and the failure of Lessee to cure such Default within any
applicable grace period:

(a) The abandonment of the Premises; or the vacating of the Premises without
providing a commercially reasonable level of security, or where the coverage of
the property insurance described in Paragraph 8.3 is jeopardized as a result
thereof, or without providing reasonable assurances to minimize potential
vandalism.

(b) The failure of Lessee to make any payment of Rent or any Security Deposit
required to be made by Lessee hereunder, whether to Lessor or to a third party,
when due, to provide reasonable evidence of insurance or surety bond, or to
fulfill any obligation under this Lease which endangers or threatens life or
property, where such failure continues for a period of three (3) business days
following written notice to Lessee.

(c) The failure by Lessee to provide (i) reasonable written evidence of
compliance with Applicable Requirements, (ii) the service contracts, (iii) the
rescission of an unauthorized assignment or subletting, (iv) a Tenancy
Statement, (v) a requested subordination, (vi) evidence concerning any guaranty
and/or Guarantor, (vii) any document requested under Paragraph 42 (easements),
or (viii) any other documentation or information which Lessor may reasonably
require of Lessee under the terms of this Lease, where any such failure
continues for a period of ten (10) days following written notice to Lessee.

(d) A Default by Lessee as to the terms, covenants, conditions or provisions of
this Lease, or of the rules adopted under Paragraph 40 hereof, other than those
described in subparagraph 13.1(a), (b) or (c), above, where such Default
continues for a period of thirty (30) days after written notice; provided,
however, that if the nature of Lessee's Default is such that more than thirty
(30) days are reasonably required for its cure, then it shall not be deemed to
be a Breach if Lessee commences such cure within said thirty (30) day period and
thereafter diligently prosecutes such cure to completion.

(e) The occurrence of any of the following events: (i) the making of any general
arrangement or assignment for the benefit of creditors; (ii) becoming a "debtor"
as defined in 11 .S.C. ss. 101 or any successor statute thereto (unless, in the
case of a petition filed against Lessee, the same is dismissed within sixty (60)
days); (iii) the appointment of a trustee or receiver to take possession of
substantially all of Lessee's assets located at the Premises or of Lessee's
interest in this Lease, where possession is not restored to Lessee within thirty
(30) days; or (iv) the attachment, execution or other judicial seizure of
substantially all of Lessee's assets located at the Premises or of Lessee's
interest in this Lease, where such seizure is not discharged within thirty (30)
days; provided, however, in the event that any provision of this subparagraph
(e) is contrary to any applicable law, such provision shall be of no force or
effect, and not affect the validity of the remaining provisions.

(f) The discovery that any financial statement of Lessee or of any Guarantor
given to Lessor was materially false.

(g) If the performance of Lessee's obligations under this Lease is guaranteed:
(i) the death of a Guarantor, (ii) the termination of a Guarantor's liability
with respect to this Lease other than in accordance with the terms of such
guaranty, (iii) a Guarantor's becoming insolvent or the subject of a bankruptcy
filing, (iv) a Guarantor's refusal to honor the guaranty, or (v) a Guarantor's
breach of its guaranty obligation on an anticipatory basis, and Lessee's
failure, within sixty (60) days following written notice of any such event, to
provide written alternative assurance or security, which, when coupled with the
then existing resources of Lessee, equals or exceeds the combined financial
resources of Lessee and the Guarantors that existed at the time of execution of
this Lease.

13.2 Remedies. If Lessee fails to perform any of its affirmative duties or
obligations, within ten (10) days after written notice (or in case of an
emergency, without notice), Lessor may, at its option, perform such duty or
obligation on Lessee's behalf, including but not limited to the obtaining of
reasonably required bonds, insurance policies, or governmental licenses, permits
or approvals. The costs and expenses of any such performance by Lessor shall be
due and payable by Lessee upon receipt of invoice therefor. If any check given
to Lessor by Lessee shall not be honored by the bank upon which it is drawn,
Lessor, at its option, may require all future payments to be made by Lessee to
be by cashier's check. In the event of a Breach, Lessor may, with or without
further notice or demand, and without limiting Lessor in the exercise of any
right or remedy which Lessor may have by reason of such Breach:

(a) Terminate Lessee's right to possession of the Premises by any lawful means,
in which case this Lease shall terminate and Lessee shall immediately surrender
possession to Lessor. In such event Lessor shall be entitled to recover from
Lessee: (i) the unpaid Rent which had been earned at the time of termination;
(ii) the worth at the time of award of the amount by which the unpaid rent which
would have been earned after termination until the time of award exceeds the
amount of such rental loss that the Lessee proves could have been reasonably
avoided; (iii) the worth at the time of award of the amount by which the unpaid
rent for the balance of the term after the time of award exceeds the amount of
such rental loss that the Lessee proves could be reasonably avoided; and (iv)
any other amount necessary to compensate Lessor for all the detriment
proximately caused by the Lessee's failure to perform its obligations under this
Lease or which in the ordinary course of things would be likely to result
therefrom, including but not limited to the cost of recovering possession of the
Premises, expenses of reletting, including necessary renovation and alteration
of the Premises, reasonable attorneys' fees, and that portion of any leasing
commission paid by Lessor in connection with this Lease applicable to the
unexpired term of this Lease. The worth at the time of award of the amount
referred to in provision (iii) of the immediately preceding sentence shall be
computed by discounting such amount at the discount rate of the Federal Reserve
Bank of the District within which the Premises are located at the time of award
plus one percent (1 %). Efforts by Lessor to mitigate damages caused by Lessee's
Breach of this Lease shall not waive Lessor's right to recover damages under
Paragraph 12. If termination of this Lease is obtained through the provisional
remedy of unlawful detainer, Lessor shall have the right to recover in such
proceeding any unpaid Rent and damages as are recoverable therein, or Lessor may
reserve the right to recover all or any part thereof in a separate suit. If a
notice and grace period required under Paragraph 13.1 was not previously given,
a notice to pay rent or quit, or to perform or quit given to Lessee under the
unlawful detainer statute shall also constitute the notice required by Paragraph
13.1. In such case, the applicable grace period required by Paragraph 13.1

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and the unlawful detainer statute shall run concurrently, and the failure of
Lessee to cure the Default within the greater of the two such grace periods
shall constitute both an unlawful detainer and a Breach of this Lease entitling
Lessor to the remedies provided for in this Lease and/or by said statute.

(b) Continue the Lease and Lessee's right to possession and recover the Rent as
it becomes due, in which event Lessee may sublet or assign, subject only to
reasonable limitations. Acts of maintenance, efforts to relet, and/or the
appointment of a receiver to protect the Lessor's interests, shall not
constitute a termination of the Lessee's right to possession.

(c) Pursue any other remedy now or hereafter available under the laws or
judicial decisions of the state wherein the Premises are located. The expiration
or termination of this Lease and/or the termination of Lessee's right to
possession shall not relieve Lessee from liability under any indemnity
provisions of this Lease as to matters occurring or accruing during the term
hereof or by reason of Lessee's occupancy of the Premises.

13.3 Inducement Recapture. Any agreement for free or abated rent or other
charges, or for the giving or paying by Lessor to or for Lessee of any cash or
other bonus, inducement or consideration for Lessee's entering into this Lease,
all of which concessions are hereinafter referred to as "Inducement Provisions,"
shall be deemed conditioned upon Lessee's full and faithful performance of all
of the terms, covenants and conditions of this Lease. Upon Breach of this Lease
by Lessee, any such Inducement Provision shall automatically be deemed deleted
from this Lease and of no further force or effect, and any rent, other charge,
bonus, inducement or consideration theretofore abated, given or paid by Lessor
under such an Inducement Provision shall be immediately due and payable by
Lessee to Lessor, notwithstanding any subsequent cure of said Breach by Lessee.
The acceptance by Lessor of rent or the cure of the Breach which initated the
operation of this paragraph shall not be deemed a waiver by Lessor of the
provisions of this paragraph unless specifically so stated in writing by Lessor
at the time of such acceptance.

13.4 Late Charges. Lessee hereby acknowledges that late payment by Lessee of
Rent will cause Lessor to incur costs not contemplated by this Lease, the exact
amount of which will be extremely difficult to ascertain. Such costs include,
but are not limited to, processing and accounting charges, and late charges
which may be imposed upon Lessor by any Lender. Accordingly, if any Rent shall
not be received by Lessor within five (5) days after such amount shall be due,
then, without any requirement for notice to Lessee, Lessee shall pay to Lessor a
one-time late charge equal to ten percent (10%) of each such overdue amount. The
parties hereby agree that such late charge represents a fair and reasonable
estimate of the costs Lessor will incur by reason of such late payment.
Acceptance of such late charge by Lessor shall in no event constitute a waiver
of Lessee's Default or Breach with respect to such overdue amount, nor prevent
the exercise of any of the other rights and remedies granted hereunder. In the
event that a late charge is payable hereunder, whether or not collected, for
three (3) consecutive installments of Base Rent then notwithstanding any
provision of this Lease to the contrary, Base Rent shall, at Lessor's option,
become due and payable quarterly in advance

13.5 Interest. Any monetary payment due Lessor hereunder other than late
charges, not received by Lessor, when due as to scheduled payments (such as Base
Rent) or within thirty (30) days following the date on which it was due for
non-scheduled payment, ;hall bear interest from the date when due, as to
scheduled payments, or the thirty-first (31 st) day after it was due as to
non-scheduled payments. The interest ("Interest") charged shall be equal to the
prime rate reported in the Wall Street Journal as published closest prior to the
date when due plus four percent (4%), but shall not exceed the maximum rate
allowed by law Interest is payable in addition to the potential late charge
provided for in Paragraph 13.4.

13.6 Breach by Lessor.
(a) Notice of Breach. Lessor shall not be deemed in breach of this Lease unless
Lessor fails within a reasonable time to perform an obligation required to be
performed by Lessor. For purposes of this Paragraph, a reasonable time shall in
no event be less than thirty (30) days after receipt by Lessor, and any Lender
whose name and address shall have been furnished Lessee in writing for such
purpose, of written notice specifying wherein such obligation of Lessor has not
been performed, provided, however, that if the nature of Lessor's obligation is
such that more than thirty (30) days are reasonably required for its
performance, then Lessor shall not be in breach if performance is commenced
within such thirty (30) day period and thereafter diligently pursued to
completion.

(b) Performance by Lessee on Behalf of Lessor. In the event that neither Lessor
nor Lender cures said breach within thirty (30) days after receipt of said
notice, or if having commenced said cure they do not diligently pursue it to
completion, then Lessee may elect to cure said breach at Lessee's expense and
offset from Rent an amount equal to the greater of one month's Base Rent or the
Security Deposit, and to pay an excess of such expense under protest, reserving
Lessee's right to reimbursement from Lessor. Lessee shall document the cost of
said cure and supply said documentation to Lessor.

14. Condemnation. If the Premises or any portion thereof are taken under the
power of eminent domain or sold under the threat of the exercise of said power
(collectively "Condemnation"), this Lease shall terminate as to the part taken
as of the date the condemning authority takes title or possession, whichever
first occurs. If more than ten percent (10%) of any building portion of the
premises, or more than twenty-five percent (25%) of the land area portion of the
premises not occupied by any building, is taken by Condemnation, Lessee may, at
Lessee's option, to be exercised in writing within ten (10) days after Lessor
shall have given Lessee written notice of such taking (or in the absence of such
notice, within ten (10) days after the condemning authority shall have taken
posession) terminate this Lease as of the date the condemning authority takes
such possession. If Lessee does not terminate this Lease in accordance with the
foregoing, this Lease shall remain in full force and effect as to the portion of
the Premises remaining, except that the Base Rent shall be reduced in proportion
to the reduction in utility of the Premises caused by such Condemnation
Condemnation awards and/or payments shall be the property of Lessor, whether
such award shall be made as compensation for diminution in value of the
leasehold, the value of the part taken, or for severance damages; provided,
however, that Lessee shall be entitled to any compensation for Lessee's
relocation expenses, loss of business goodwill and/or Trade Fixtures, without
regard to whether or not this Lease is terminated pursuant to the provisions of
this Paragraph. All Alterations and Utility

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Installations made to the Premises by Lessee, for purposes of Condemnation only,
shall be considered the property of the Lessee and Lessee shall be entitled to
any and all compensation which is payable therefor. In the event that this Lease
is not terminated by reason of the Condemnation, Lessor shall repair any damage
to the Premises caused by such Condemnation.

15. Brokers' Fee.

15.1 Additional Commission. In addition to the payments owed pursuant to
Paragraph 1.10 above, and unless Lessor and the Brokers otherwise agree in
writing, Lessor agrees that: (a) if Lessee exercises any Option, (b) if Lessee
acquires any rights to the Premises or other premises owned by Lessor and
located within the same Project, if any, within which the Premises is located,
(c) if Lessee remains in possession of the Premises, with the consent of Lessor,
after the expiration of this Lease, or (d) if Base Rent is increased, whether by
agreement or operation of an escalation clause herein, then, Lessor shall pay
Brokers a fee in accordance with the schedule of said Brokers in effect at the
time of the execution of this Lease.

15.2 Assumption of Obligations. Any buyer or transferee of Lessor's interest in
this Lease shall be deemed to have assumed Lessor's obligation hereunder. Each
Broker shall be a third party beneficiary of the provisions of Paragraphs 1.10,
15, 22 and 31. If Lessor fails to pay to a Broker any amounts due as and for
commissions pertaining to this Lease when due, then such amounts shall accrue
Interest.

15.3 Representations and Indemnities of Broker Relationships. Lessee and Lessor
each represent and warrant to the other that it has had no dealings with any
person, firm, broker or finder (other than the Brokers, if any) in connection
with this Lease, and that no one other than said named Brokers is entitled to
any commission or finder's fee in connection herewith. Lessee and Lessor do each
hereby agree to indemnify, protect, defend and hold the other harmless from and
against liability for compensation or charges which may be claimed by any such
unnamed broker, finder or other similar party by reason of any dealings or
actions of the indemnifying Party, including any costs, expenses, attorneys'
fees reasonably incurred with respect thereto.

16. Estoppel Certificates.
(a) Each Party (as "Responding Party") shall within ten (10) days after written
notice from the other Party (the "Requesting Party") execute, acknowledge and
deliver to the Requesting Party a statement in writing in form similar to the
then most current "Estoppel Certificate" form published by the American
Industrial Real Estate Association, plus such additional information,
confirmation and/or statements as may be reasonably requested by the Requesting
Party.

(b) If the Responding Party shall fail to execute or deliver the Estoppel
Certificate within such ten day period, the Requesting Party may execute an
Estoppel Certificate stating that: (i) the Lease is in full force and effect
without modification except as may be represented by the Requesting Party, (ii)
there are no uncured defaults in the Requesting Party's performance, and (iii)
if Lessor is the Requesting Party, not more than one month's rent has been paid
in advance. Prospective purchasers and encumbrancers may rely upon the
Requesting Party's Estoppel Certificate, and the Responding Party shall be
estopped from denying the truth of the facts contained in said Certificate.

(c) If Lessor desires to finance, refinance, or sell the Premises, or any part
thereof, Lessee and all Guarantors shall deliver to any potential lender or
purchaser designated by Lessor such financial statements as may be reasonably
required by such lender or purchaser, including but not limited to Lessee's
financial statements for the past three (3) years. All such financial statements
shall be received by Lessor and such lender or purchaser in confidence and shall
be used only for the purposes herein set forth.

17. Definition of Lessor. The term "Lessor" as used herein shall mean the owner
or owners at the time in question of the fee title to the Premises, or, if this
is a sublease, of the Lessee's interest in the prior lease. In the event of a
transfer of Lessor's title or interest in the Premises or this Lease, Lessor
shall deliver to the transferee or assignee (in cash or by credit) any unused
Security Deposit held by Lessor. Except as provided in Paragraph 15, upon such
transfer or assignment and delivery of the Security Deposit, as aforesaid, the
prior Lessor shall be relieved of all liability with respect to the obligations
and/or covenants under this Lease thereafter to be performed by the Lessor.
Subject to the foregoing, the obligations and/or covenants in this Lease to be
performed by the Lessor shall be binding only upon the Lessor as hereinabove
defined. Notwithstanding the above, and subject to the provisions of Paragraph
20 below, the original Lessor under this Lease, and all subsequent holders of
the Lessor's interest in this Lease shall remain liable and responsible with
regard to the potential duties and liabilities of Lessor pertaining to Hazardous
Substances as outlined in Paragraph 6 above.

18. Severability. The invalidity of any provision of this Lease, as determined
by a court of competent jurisdiction, shall in no way affect the validity of any
other provision hereof.

19. Days. Unless otherwise specifically indicated to the contrary, the word
"days" as used in this Lease shall mean and refer to calendar days.

20. Limitation on Liability. Subject to the provisions of Paragraph 17 above,
the obligations of Lessor under this Lease shall not constitute personal
obligations of Lessor, the individual partners of Lessor or its or their
individual partners, directors, officers or shareholders, and Lessee shall look
to the Premises, and to no other assets of Lessor, for the satisfaction of any
liability of Lessor with respect to this Lease, and shall not seek recourse
against the individual partners of Lessor, or its or their individual partners,
directors, officers or shareholders, or any of their personal assets for such
satisfaction

21. Time of Essence. Time is of the essence with respect to the performance of
all obligations to be performed or observed by the Parties under this Lease.

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22. No Prior or Other Agreements; Broker Disclaimer. This Lease contains all
agreements between the Parties with respect to any matter mentioned herein, and
no other prior or contemporaneous agreement or understanding shall be effective.
Lessor and Lessee each represents and warrants to the Brokers that it has made,
and is relying solely upon, its own investigation as to the nature, quality,
character and financial responsibility of the other Party to this Lease and as
to the nature, quality and character of the Premises. Brokers have no
responsibility with respect thereto or with respect to any default or breach
hereof by either Party The liability (including court costs and Attorneys'
fees), of any Broker with respect to negotiation, execution, delivery or
performance by either Lessor or Lessee under this Lease or any amendment or
modification hereto shall be limited to an amount up to the fee received by such
Broker pursuant to this Lease; provided, however, that the foregoing limitation
on each Broker's liability shall not be applicable to any gross negligence or
willful misconduct of such Broker.

23. Notices.

23.1 Notice Requirements. All notices required or permitted by this Lease shall
be in writing and may be delivered in person (by hand or by courier) or may be
sent by regular, certified or registered mail or U.S. Postal Service Express
Mail, with postage prepaid, or by facsimile transmission, and shall be deemed
sufficiently given if served in a manner specified in this Paragraph 23 The
addresses noted adjacent to a Party's signature on this Lease shall be that
Party's address for delivery or mailing of notices Either Party may by written
notice to the other specify a different address for notice, except that upon
Lessee's taking possession of the Premises, the Premises shall constitute
Lessee's address for notice. A copy of all notices to Lessor shall be
concurrently transmitted to such party or parties at such addresses as Lessor
may from time to time hereafter designate in writing.

23.2 Date of Notice. Any notice sent by registered or certified mail, return
receipt requested, shall be deemed given on the date of delivery shown on the
receipt card, or if no delivery date is shown, the postmark thereon. If sent by
regular mail the notice shall be deemed given forty-eight (48) hours after the
same is addressed as required herein and mailed with postage prepaid. Notices
delivered by United States Express Mail or overnight courier that guarantee next
day delivery shall be deemed given twenty-four (24) hours after delivery of the
same to the Postal Service or courier. Notices transmitted by facsimile
transmission or similar means shall be deemed delivered upon telephone
confirmation of receipt, provided a copy is also delivered via delivery or mail.
If notice is received on a Saturday, Sunday or legal holiday, it shall be deemed
received on the next business day. 24. Waivers. No waiver by Lessor of the
Default or Breach of any term, covenant or condition hereof by Lessee, shall be
deemed a waiver of any other term, covenant or condition hereof, or of any
subsequent Default or Breach by Lessee of the same or of any other term,
covenant or condition hereof. Lessor's consent to, or approval of, any act shall
not be deemed to render unnecessary the obtaining of Lessor's consent to, or
approval of, any subsequent or similar act by Lessee, or be construed as the
basis of an estoppel to enforce the provision or provisions of this Lease
requiring such consent. The acceptance of Rent by Lessor shall not be a waiver
of any Default or Breach by Lessee. Any payment by Lessee may be accepted by
Lessor on account of monies or damages due Lessor, notwithstanding any
qualifying statements or conditions made by Lessee in connection therewith,
which such statements and/or conditions shall be of no force or effect
whatsoever unless specifically agreed to in writing by Lessor at or before the
time of deposit of such payment.

25. Recording. Either Lessor or Lessee shall, upon request of the other,
execute, acknowledge and deliver to the other a short form memorandum of this
Lease for recording purposes. The Party requesting recordation shall be
responsible for payment of any fees applicable thereto.

26. No Right To Holdover. Lessee has no right to retain possession of the
Premises or any part thereof beyond the expiration or termination of this Lease.
In the event that Lessee holds over, then the Base Rent shall be increased to
one hundred fifty percent (150%) of the Base Rent applicable during the month
immediately preceding the expiration or termination. Nothing contained herein
shall be construed as consent by Lessor to any holding over by Lessee.

27. Cumulative Remedies. No remedy or election hereunder shall be deemed
exclusive but shall, wherever possible, be cumulative with all other remedies at
law or in equity.

28. Covenants and Conditions; Construction of Agreement. All provisions of this
Lease to be observed or performed by Lessee are both covenants and conditions.
In construing this Lease, all headings and titles are for the convenience of the
parties only and shall not be considered a part of this Lease. Whenever required
by the context, the singular shall include the plural and vice versa. This Lease
shall not be construed as if prepared by one of the parties, but rather
according to its fair meaning as a whole, as if both parties had prepared it.

29. Binding Effect; Choice of Law. This Lease shall be binding upon the parties,
their personal representatives, successors and assigns and be governed by the
laws of the State in which the Premises are located. located. A ny litigation
between the Parties hereto concerning this Lease shall be initiated in the
county in which the Premises are located.

30. Subordination; Attornment; Non-Disturbance.

30.1 Subordination. This Lease and any Option ranted hereby shall be subject and
subordinate to any ground lease, mortgage, deed of trust, or other hypothecation
or security device collectively, "Security Device"), now or hereafter placed
upon the Premises, to any and all advances made on the security thereof, and to
all renewals, modifications, and extensions thereof. Lessee agrees that the
holders of any such Security Devices (in this Lease together referred to as
"Lessor's Lender") shall have no liability or obligation to perform any of the
obligations of Lessor under this Lease. Any Lender may elect to have this Lease
and/or any Option granted hereby superior to the lien of its Security Device by
giving written notice thereof to Lessee, whereupon this Lease and such Options
shall be deemed prior to such Security Device, notwithstanding the relative
dates of the documentation or recordation thereof.

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30.2 Attornment. Subject to the non-disturbance provisions of Paragraph 30.3,
Lessee agrees to attorn to a Lender or any other party who acquires ownership of
the Premises by reason of a foreclosure of a Security Device, and that in the
event of such foreclosure, such new owner shall not: (i) be liable for any act
or omission of any prior lessor or with respect to events occurring prior to
acquisition of ownership; (ii) be subject to any offsets or defenses which
Lessee might have against any prior lessor, or (iii) be bound by prepayment of
more than one (1) month's rent.

30.3 Non-Disturbance. With respect to Security Devices entered into by Lessor
after the execution of this Lease, Lessee's subordination of this Lease shall be
subject to receiving a commercially reasonable non-disturbance agreement (a
"Non-Disturbance Agreement" ) from the Lender which Non-Disturbance Agreement
provides that Lessee's possession of the Premises, and this Lease, including any
options to extend the term hereof, will not be disturbed so long as Lessee is
not in Breach hereof and attorns to the record owner of the Premises. Further,
within sixty (60) days after the execution of this Lease, Lessor shall use its
commercially reasonable efforts to obtain a Non-Disturbance Agreement from the
holder of any pre-existing Security Device which is secured by the Premises. In
the event that Lessor is unable to provide the Non-Disturbance Agreement within
said sixty (60) days, then Lessee may, at Lessee's option, directly contact
Lessor's lender and attempt to negotiate for the execution and delivery of a
Non-Disturbance Agreement.

30.4 Self-Executing. The agreements contained in this Paragraph 30 shall be
effective without the execution of any further documents; provided, however,
that, upon written request from Lessor or a Lender in connection with a sale,
financing or refinancing of the Premises, Lessee and Lessor shall execute such
further writings as may be reasonably required to separately document any
subordination, attornment and/or Non-Disturbance Agreement provided for herein.

31. Attorneys' Fees. If any Party or Broker brings an action or proceeding
involving the Premises to enforce the terms hereof or to declare rights
hereunder, the Prevailing Party (as hereafter defined) in any such proceeding,
action, or appeal thereon, shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys' fees. Such
fees may be awarded in the same suit or recovered in a separate suit, whether or
not such action or proceeding is pursued to decision or judgment. The term,
"Prevailing Party" shall include, without limitation, a Party or Broker who
substantially obtains or defeats the relief sought, as the case may be, whether
by compromise, settlement, judgment, or the abandonment by the other Party or
Broker of its claim or defense. The attorneys' fees award shall not be computed
in accordance with any court fee schedule, but shall be such as to fully
reimburse all attorneys' fees reasonably incurred. In addition, Lessor shall be
entitled to attorneys' fees, costs and expenses incurred in the preparation and
service of notices of Default and consultations in connection therewith, whether
or not a legal action is subsequently commenced in connection with such Default
or resulting Breach.

32. Lessor's Access; Showing Premises; Repairs. Lessor and Lessor's agents shall
have the right to enter the Premises at any time, in the case of an emergency,
and otherwise at reasonable times for the purpose of showing the same to
prospective purchasers, lenders, or lessees, and making such alterations,
repairs, improvements or additions to the Premises as Lessor may deem necessary.
All such activities shall be without abatement of rent or liability to Lessee
Lessor may at any time place on the Premises any ordinary "For Sale" signs and
Lessor may during the last six (6) months of the term hereof place on the
Premises any ordinary "For Lease" signs. essee may at any time place on or about
the Premises any ordinary "For Sublease" sign.

33. Auctions. Lessee shall not conduct, nor permit to be conducted, any auction
upon the Premises without Lessor's prior written consent. Lessor shall not be
obligated to exercise any standard of reasonableness in determining whether to
permit an auction

34. Signs. Except for ordinary "For Sublease" signs, Lessee shall not place any
sign upon the Premises without Lessor's prior written consent. All signs must
comply with all Applicable Requirements.

35. Termination; Merger. Unless specifically stated otherwise in writing by
Lessor, the voluntary or other surrender of this Lease by Lessee, the mutual
termination or cancellation hereof, or a termination hereof by Lessor for Breach
by Lessee, shall automatically terminate any sublease or lesser estate in the
Premises; provided, however, that Lessor may elect to continue any one or all
existing subtenancies. Lessor's failure within ten (10) days following any such
event to elect to the contrary by written notice to the holder of any such
lesser interest, shall constitute Lessor's election to have such event
constitute the termination of such interest.

36. Consents. Except as otherwise provided herein, wherever in this Lease the
consent of a Party is required to an act by or for the other Party, such consent
shall not be unreasonably withheld or delayed. Lessor's actual reasonable costs
and expenses (including but not limited to architects', attorneys', engineers'
and other consultants' fees) incurred in the consideration of, or response to, a
request by Lessee for any Lessor consent, including but not limited to consents
to an assignment, a subletting or the presence or use of a Hazardous Substance,
shall be paid by Lessee upon receipt of an invoice and supporting documentation
therefor Lessor's consent to any act, assignment or subletting shall not
constitute an acknowledgment that no Default or Breach by Lessee of this Lease
exists, nor shall such consent be deemed a waiver of any then existing Default
or Breach, except as may be otherwise specifically stated in writing by Lessor
at the time of such consent. The failure to specify herein any particular
condition to Lessor's consent shall not preclude the imposition by Lessor at the
time of consent of such further or other conditions as are then reasonable with
reference to the particular matter for which consent is being given. In the
event that either Party disagrees with any determination made by the other
hereunder and reasonably requests the reasons for such determination, the
determining party shall furnish its reasons in writing and in reasonable detail
within ten (10) business days following such request.

37. Guarantor.

37.1    Not Used

37.2    Not Used

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38. Quiet Possession. Subject to payment by Lessee of the Rent and performance
of all of the covenants, conditions and provisions on Lessee's part to be
observed and performed under this Lease, Lessee shall have quiet possession and
quiet enjoyment of the Premises during the term hereof.

39. Options.

39.1 Definition. "Option" shall mean: (a) the right to extend the term of or
renew this Lease.

39.2 Options Personal To Original Lessee. The Option granted to Lessee in this
Lease is personal to the original Lessee, and cannot be assigned or exercised by
anyone other than said original Lessee and only while the original Lessee is in
full possession of the Premises and, if requested by Lessor, with Lessee
certifying that Lessee has no intention of thereafter assigning or subletting.

39.3 Not Used

39.4 Effect of Default on Options.

(a) Lessee shall have no right to exercise the Option: (i) during the period
commencing with the giving of any notice of Default and continuing until said
Default is cured, (ii) during the period of time any Rent is unpaid (without
regard to whether notice thereof is given Lessee), (iii) during the time Lessee
is in Breach of this Lease, or (iv) in the event that Lessee has been given
three (3) or more notices of separate Default, whether or not the Defaults are
cured, during the twelve (12) month period immediately preceding the exercise of
the Option.

(b) The period of time within which the Option may be exercised shall not be
extended or enlarged by reason of Lessee's inability to exercise the Option
because of the provisions of Paragraph 39.4(a).

(c) The Option shall terminate and be of no further force or effect,
notwithstanding Lessee's due and timely exercise of the Option, if, after such
exercise and prior to the commencement of the extended term, (i) Lessee fails to
pay Rent for a period of thirty (30) days after such Rent becomes due (without
any necessity of Lessor to give notice thereof), (ii) Lessor gives to Lessee
three (3) or more notices of separate Default during any twelve (12) month
period, whether or not the Defaults are cured, or (iii) if Lessee commits a
Breach of this Lease.

40. Not Used

41. Security Measures. Lessee hereby acknowledges that the rental payable to
Lessor hereunder does not include the cost of guard service or other security
measures, and that Lessor shall have no obligation whatsoever to provide same.
Lessee assumes all responsibility for the protection of the Premises, Lessee,
its agents and invitees and their property from the acts of third parties.

42. Reservations. Lessor reserves to itself the right, from time to time, to
grant, without the consent or joinder of Lessee, such easements, rights and
dedications that Lessor deems necessary, and to cause the recordation of parcel
maps and restrictions, so long as such easements, rights, dedications, maps and
restrictions do not unreasonably interfere with the use of the Premises by
Lessee. Lessee agrees to sign any documents reasonably requested by Lessor to
effectuate any such easement rights, dedication, map or restrictions.

43. Performance Under Protest. If at any time a dispute shall arise as to any
amount or sum of money to be paid by one Party to the other under the provisions
hereof, the arty against whom the obligation to pay the money is asserted shall
have the right to make payment "under protest" and such payment shall not be
regarded as a voluntary payment and there shall survive the right on the part of
said Party to institute suit for recovery of such sum. If it shall be adjudged
that there was no legal obligation on the part of said Party to pay such sum or
any part thereof, said Party shall be entitled to recover such sum or so much
thereof as it was not legally required to pay.

44. Authority. If either Part hereto is a corporation, trust, limited liability
company, partnership, or similar entity, each individual executing this Lease on
beha f of such entity represents and warrants that he or she is duly authorized
to execute and deliver this Lease on its behalf. Each party shall, within thirty
(30) days after request, deliver to the other party satisfactory evidence of
such authority.

45. Conflict. Any conflict between the printed provisions of this Lease and the
typewritten or handwritten provisions shall be controlled by the typewritten or
handwritten provisions.

46. Offer. Preparation of this Lease by either Party or their agent and
submission of same to the other Party shall not be deemed an offer to lease to
the other Party. This Lease is not intended to be binding until executed and
delivered by all Parties hereto.

47. Amendments. This Lease may be modified only in writing signed by the Parties
in interest at the time of the modification. As long as they do not materially
change Lessee's obligations hereunder, Lessee agrees to make such reasonable
non-monetary modifications to this Lease as may be reasonably required by a
Lender in connection with the obtaining of normal financing or refinancing of
the Premises.

48. Multiple Parties. If more than one person or entity is named herein as
either Lessor or Lessee, such multiple Parties shall have joint and several
responsibility to comply with the terms of this Lease.

49. Mediation and Arbitration of Disputes. An Addendum requiring the Mediation
and/or the Arbitration of all disputes between the Parties and/or Brokers
arising out of this Lease is not attached to this Lease.

LESSOR AND LESSEE HAVE CAREFULLY READ AND REVIEWED THIS LEASE AND EACH TERM AND
PROVISION CONTAINED HEREIN, AND BY THE EXECUTION OF THIS LEASE SHOW THEIR
INFORMED AND VOLUNTARY CONSENT THERETO THE PARTIES HEREBY AGREE THAT, AT THE
TIME THIS LEASE

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IS EXECUTED, THE TERMS OF THIS LEASE ARE COMMERCIALLY REASONABLE AND EFFECTUATE
THE INTENT AND PURPOSE OF LESSOR AND LESSEE WITH RESPECT TO THE PREMISES.

ATTENTION: NO REPRESENTATION OR RECOMMENDATION IS MADE BY THE AMERICAN
INDUSTRIAL REAL ESTATE ASSOCIATION OR BY ANY BROKER AS TO THE LEGAL SUFFICIENCY,
LEGAL EFFECT, OR TAX CONSEQUENCES OF THIS LEASE OR THE TRANSACTION TO WHICH IT
RELATES. THE PARTIES ARE URGED TO: 1. SEEK ADVICE OF COUNSEL AS TO THE LEGAL AND
TAX CONSEQUENCES OF THIS LEASE. 2. RETAIN APPROPRIATE CONSULTANTS TO REVIEW AND
INVESTIGATE THE CONDITION OF THE PREMISES. SAID INVESTIGATION SHOULD INCLUDE BUT
NOT BE LIMITED TO: THE POSSIBLE PRESENCE OF HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, THE ZONING OF
THE PREMISES, THE STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY, THE CONDITION OF THE ROOF AND OPERATING
SYSTEMS, AND THE SUITABILITY OF THE PREMISES FOR LESSEE'S INTENDED USE.

WARNING: IF THE PREMISES IS LOCATED IN A STATE OTHER THAN CALIFORNIA, CERTAIN
PROVISIONS OF THE LEASE MAY NEED TO BE REVISED TO COMPLY WITH THE LAWS OF THE
STATE IN WHICH THE PREMISES IS LOCATED.

The parties hereto have executed this Lease at the place and on the dates
specified above their respective signatures
Executed at

800 Shasta View Drive, Redding, California on July 23, 2001
By LESSOR:
The McConnell Foundation
By:  John A. Mancasola
Executive Vice President
//s
PO Box 492050
Redding, California 96049-2050
Telephone:  530-226-6200
Facsimile:  530-226-6210
Federal ID No. 94-6102700

Executed at: 880 East Cypress Avenue, Redding, California 96002 on July 20, 2001
By LESSEE:

North Valley Bancorp
By:  Jack R. Richter
COO/Executive Vice President
//s
PO Box 493517
Redding, California 96049
Telephone:  530-226.-2900
Facsimile:  530-221-4877
Federal ID No. 94-2751350

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                                   Addendum A

The following terms and conditions are hereby incorporated in and made part of
the Lease Agreement by and between THE MCCONNELL FOUNDATION, a California
nonprofit corporation, ("Lessor") and NORTH VALLEY BANCORP, a California
corporation, ("Lessee"), dated July 20, 2001.

1.5A. Base Rent: Base Rent shall be payable each month pursuant to the following
rent schedule:

              Months 1-3:                  Rent Abated
              Month 4:                     $  4707.44   (partial 10/23 - 10/31)
              Months 5-12:                 $17,653.00
              Months 13-24:                $18,006.00
              Months 25-36:                $18,366.00
              Months 37-48:                $18,733.00
              Months 49-60:                $19,108.00
              Months 61-72:                $19,490.00
              Months 73-87                 $19,880.00

     Within fifteen (15) days after taking possession of the Premises, Tenant
     shall sign Tenant's Certificate of Possession attached hereto as Exhibit
     "C".

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                                   Addendum B

The following terms and conditions are hereby incorporated in and made part of
the Lease Agreement by and between THE MCCONNELL FOUNDATION, a California
nonprofit corporation, ("Lessor") and NORTH VALLEY BANCORP, a California
corporation, ("Lessee"), dated July 20, 2001.

7.2A  Lessor's Obligations: Maintenance and/or repair of the premises that will
      be the responsibility of the Lessor is defined as follows:

      Lessor shall maintain the roof and structural components of the premises:
      specifically all foundation, subflooring, all bearing walls, roof beams,
      trusses and structural failure of exterior walls not Tenant caused.

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                                   Exhibit "B"
                                Option to Extend

The following terms and conditions are hereby incorporated in and made part of
the lease agreement by and between THE MCCONNELL FOUNDATION, a California
nonprofit corporation, ("Lessor") and NORTH VALLEY BANCORP, a California
corporation, ("lessee"), dated July 20, 2001.

                              OPTION TO EXTEND TERM
Subject to the provisions of Section 39, Lessee is given the option to extend
the original term on all of the provisions contained in this Lease, except for
the option to extend, for a Seven (7) year period ("Extended Term") following
expiration of the original term, by giving notice of exercise of the option to
Lessor at least twelve (12) months before the expiration of the original term.

                                   OPTION RENT
Upon Lessee's exercise of the option, either party may give notice of the
exercise of the option to the parties' broker in this transaction, Cox Real
Estate Consultants, Inc. ("Broker"), and request that said Broker meet and
confer with the Lessor and Lessee to consult with regard to the setting of the
Minimum Monthly Rent for the Extended Term. In the event the parties are unable
or unwilling to agree to a minimum monthly rental within thirty (30) days of the
notice to Broker then within ten (10) days after expiration of that period each
party, at its cost and by giving notice to the other party, shall appoint a real
estate appraiser with at least five (5) years' full-time commercial appraisal
experience in the area in which the Premises are located to appraise and set the
Minimum Monthly Rent for the Extended Term. If a party does not appoint an
appraiser within ten (10) days after the other party has given notice of the
name of its appraiser, the single appraiser appointed shall be the sole
appraiser and shall set the Minimum Monthly Rent for the Extended Term. If the
two appraisers are appointed by the parties as stated in this paragraph they
shall meet promptly and attempt to set the Minimum Monthly Rent for the Extended
Term. If they are unable to agree within thirty (30) days after the second
appraiser has been appointed, they shall attempt to select a third appraiser
meeting the qualifications stated in this paragraph within ten (10) days after
the last day the two appraisers are given to set the Minimum Monthly Rent. If
they are unable to agree on the third appraiser, either of the parties to this
lease by giving ten (10) days' notice to the other party can file a petition
with the American Arbitration Association solely for the purpose of selecting a
third appraiser who meets the qualifications stated in this paragraph. Each
party shall bear half the cost of the American Arbitration Association's
appointing the third appraiser and of paying the third appraiser's fee. The
third appraiser, however selected, shall be a person who has not previously
acted in any capacity for either party.

Within thirty (30) days after selection of the third appraiser, a majority of
the appraisers shall set the Minimum Monthly Rent for the Extended Term. If a
majority of the appraisers are unable to set the Minimum Monthly Rent within the
stipulated period of time, three appraisals shall be added together and their
total divided by three; the resulting quotient shall be the Minimum Monthly Rent
for the Premises during the Extended Term.

If, however, the low appraisal and/or the high appraisal are more than five
percent (5%) lower and/or higher than the middle appraisal, the low appraisal
and/or the high appraisal shall be disregarded. If only one appraisal is
disregarded, the remaining two appraisals shall be added together and their
total divided by two (2); the resulting quotient shall be the Minimum Monthly
Rent for the Premises during the Extended Term. If both the low appraisal and
the high appraisal are disregarded as stated in this paragraph, the middle
appraisal shall be the Minimum Monthly Rent for the Premises during the Extended
Term.

In setting the Minimum Monthly Rent for the Extended Term, the appraiser or
appraisers shall establish the Fair Market Rental Value charged to renewing
tenants as established by the appriasers.

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                                   EXHIBIT "C"

                       TENANT'S CERTIFICATE OF POSSESSION

          The undersigned as Lessee under that certain Lease dated July 20,
2001, entered into with The McConnell Foundation, a California nonprofit
corporation, as Lessor, hereby certifies as follows:

      1.    That the undersigned has entered into occupancy and possession of
            the Premises described in said Lease.

      2.    That said Lease is in full force and effect and has not been
            assigned, modified, supplemented or amended in any way other than as
            set forth in writing as attached hereto.

      3.    That the Lease represents the entire agreement between the parties
            and all modifications and representations thereto must be in writing
            to be effective.

      4.    The commencement date of said Lease is July 23, 2001.

      5.    That Lessor has performed all conditions of said Lease necessary to
            the enforceability of said Lease.

      6.    That there are no defaults by either Lessee or Lessor of said Lease.

      7.    That no monies have been paid other than as provided for in said
            Lease.

      8.    That all Tenant improvements have been completed by Lessor, if
            required by said Lease, and have been inspected by Tenant and
            accepted as being complete.

      9.    That Lessee disclaims any and all right, title and interest to said
            Premises except as set forth in said Lease.

Executed on ___________________________________ , at Redding, California.

TENANT:

NORTH VALLEY BANCORP

Jack Richter, Sr. Vice President

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                                   EXHIBIT "D"

                   AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT DISCLOSURE

The following terms and conditions are hereby incorporated in and made a part of
the lease agreement by and between THE MCCONNELL FOUNDATION, a California
nonprofit corporation, and NORTH VALLEY BANCORP, a California corporation, dated
July 20, 2001 concerning the property located 300 Park Marina Circle, Redding,
California. The Americans With Disabilities Act, effective July 26, 1992,
prohibits discrimination against persons with a disability in virtually all
places of public accommodation and commercial facilities, including certain
residential properties. The law requires removal of architectural and
communications barriers in existing privately owned places of public
accommodation, to make buildings readily accessible to disabled persons.

A new building intended for first occupancy after January 26, 1993, must for all
practical purposes be barrier free or readily accessible to people with
disabilities.

Compliance with the ADA may require considerable expense, and penalties may be
incurred if a property is not in compliance.

A real estate broker does not have the technical expertise to either determine
whether a building is in compliance with ADA requirements or to advise a
principal on the requirements of the ADA. Principals to the above referenced
agreement are advised to consult an attorney, contractor, architect, engineer,
or other qualified professional(s) of their own choosing, to determine if and to
what extent the ADA affects their property or this transaction.

The undersigned acknowledge that they have read and understand this disclosure
and have received a copy.

The McConnell Foundation, Lessor

_________________________________________
John Mancasola, Executive Vice President

North Valley Bancorp, Lessee

Jack Richter, Sr. Vice President

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                                   EXHIBIT "E"
                          HAZARDOUS MATERIALS ADDENDUM

The following terms and conditions are hereby incorporated in and made part of
the Lease agreement by and between THE MCCONNELL FOUNDATION, a California
nonprofit corporation, ("Lessor") and NORTH VALLEY BANCORP, a California
corporation, ("Lessee"), dated July 20, 2001, covering the Premises commonly
known as 300 Park Marina Circle, Redding, California (the "Premises").

Various materials utilized in the construction of any improvements to Premises
may contain materials that have been or may in the future be determined to be
toxic, hazardous or undesirable and may need to be specially handled and/or
removed from the Premises. For example, some electrical transformers and other
electrical components can contain PCBS, and asbestos has been used in a wide
variety of building components such as fire-proofing, air duct insulation,
acoustical tiles, spray-on acoustical materials, linoleum, floor tiles and
plaster. Due to current or prior uses, the Premises may contain materials such
as metals, minerals, chemicals, hydrocarbons, biological or radioactive
materials and other substances which are considered, or in the future may be
determined to be, toxic wastes, hazardous materials or undesirable substances.
Such substances may be in above-and-below-ground containers on the Premises or
may be present on or in soils, water, building components or other portions of
the Premises in areas that may not be accessible or noticeable.

Current and future federal, state and local laws and regulations may require the
clean-up of such toxic, hazardous or undesirable materials at the expense of
those persons who in the past, present or future have had any interest in
Premises including, but not limited to current, past and future owners and users
of the Premises. The Parties are advised to consult with independent legal
counsel of their choice to determine the potential liability with respect to
toxic, hazardous, or undesirable materials. The Parties should also consult with
such legal counsel to determine what provisions regarding toxic, hazardous or
undesirable materials they may wish to include in purchase and sale agreements,
leases, options and other legal documentation related to transactions they
contemplate entering into with respect to the Premises.

The real estate salesperson and brokers in this transaction have no expertise
with respect to toxic wastes, hazardous materials or undesirable substances.
Proper inspections of the Premises by qualified experts are an absolute
necessity to determine whether or not there are any current or potential toxic
wastes, hazardous materials or undesirable substances in or on the Premises. The
real estate salesperson and brokers in this transaction have not made, nor will
make, any representations, either expressed or implied, regarding the existence
or nonexistence of toxic wastes, hazardous materials, or undesirable substances
in or on the Premises. Problems involving toxic wastes, hazardous materials or
undesirable substances can be extremely costly to correct. It is the
responsibility of the Parties to retain qualified experts to deal with the
detection and correction of such matters.

The Parties are directed to seek further information concerning any and all
future correctional measures, if any, from municipal, county, state and/or
Federal Agencies.

The McConnell Foundation, Lessor

________________________________________
John Mancasola, Executive Vice-President

North Valley Bancorp, Lessee
Jack Richter, Sr. Vice President

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