Today, Councilman Dowd introduced
legislation to protect citizens from drilling and excavation dangers.
Until now, the City of
Because zoning legislation takes effect upon introduction to Council, the
legislation introduced by Councilman Dowd acts as a temporary protection until
a final bill is passed. In the meantime, the Councilman looks forward to
working with his colleagues to revise this bill to best protect the city from environment
hazards stemming from natural gas drilling within the limitations of
Many residents of Council District 7 have expressed deep concern about this
issue, and Councilman Dowd and the District 7 staff share your anxiety. We
will do our best to share information with you regarding informational events
on this topic and opportunities to share your questions and concerns.
We also encourage you to contact your legislators at the state and
national level about this issue, particularly given the larger role that they
will play in determining where and how the natural gas companies can
drill. You can find information about state regulations, FAQ’s, and
up-to-date information on permits and wells on the PA Dept. of Environmental
Protection Oil & Gas Management Program webpage. http://www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deputate/minres/oilgas/new_forms/marcellus/marcellus.htm
(Full press release attached.)
Emily Keebler · Office of Patrick Dowd
· Pittsburgh City Council District 7
510
City-
emily.keebler@city.pittsburgh.pa.us
· www.city.pittsburgh.pa.us/district7