http://www.observer-reporter.com/article/20150314/NEWS01/150319662#.VQdgAOG494s.twitter Washington County officials express concern in this article about the loss of impact fees if Pennsylvania adopts a severance tax. These impact fees are needed by local government and this program must continue.
Costs of defending drilling ordinances can be high
http://triblive.com/news/butler/7909621-74/township-drilling-ordinance#axzz3UZE3PxkY
The costs can be high for municipalities to defend drilling ordinances. It is unfortunate Middlesex Township will have this burden placed on its taxpayers.
Study demonstrates no harm to schools from drilling nearby
This is very important. Drilling opponents are trying to use schools to stop drilling. This study completed in the Fort Cherry School District located in Southwestern Pennsylvania shows no danger to schools from drilling pads. This should article should be forwarded to zoning and municipal officials in your community if they are concerned about natural gas drilling.
Wolf Administration working with Shell on cracker facility
This continues to be one of the most important economic development projects in Pennsylvania. Let’s continue to promote it.
PA DEP reviewing new regulations on Gas Drilling
http://triblive.com/business/headlines/7932596-74/gas-rules-department#axzz3Tx0RZadj
Pennsylvania DEP reviewing new regulations on gas drilling.
