PITTSBURGH (AP) — County council members heard testimony for and against a proposal to drill for natural gas under a Pittsburgh-area park, with supporters touting the economic benefits and opponents worried about environmental damage. The Allegheny County Council is considering a proposal to allow Range Resources and Huntley & Huntley to drill beneath 1,180-acre Deer Lakes Park from well sites on neighboring private properties. The proposal includes a $4.7 million bonus for the county, a $3 million donation to a park improvement fund and 18 percent royalties that county officials estimate would generate $3 million. Range Resources said the wells could produce natural gas for 30 to 40 years with about half the production occurring in the first eight years. Many of those who spoke in favor of the proposal Tuesday night highlighted the financial gain to the county and also said the company's plan was responsible. "The natural gas is here.Read more on NewsOK.com
Council Hears Pro, Con Testimony On Parks Drilling
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