This is a nice example of a drilling company working with a county to provide public infrastructure.
Senate leader does not rule out Severance tax
http://triblive.com/news/adminpage/8730415-74/tax-gas-industry#axzz3fmaNFNVi
We must continue opposing a severance tax.
Environmentalists – can they work with fracking community
Baby boomers retiring creates workforce needs
http://triblive.com/news/adminpage/8122486-74/pittsburgh-region-workforce#axzz3fmaNFNVi This Pittsburgh Tribune Review article highlights future workforce needs as baby boomers continue to retire. This is a challenge for employers, schools, students, and parents.
Background article related to state policy concerning Shale Drilling
This is a nice background article related to Shale development and public policy at the state level. I believe New York is wrong with their moratorium policy. Ohio, PA, and West Virginia are more on the right track with their policies related to drilling.


