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Statement from the Dallas Township Supervisors |
DALLAS, PA (4, APRIL, 2012) - Six months ago, the Dallas Township Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve a Curative Amendment that was designed to impose regulations and requirements on any and all oil and natural gas and/or pipeline activities conducted in the Township.
To say that much time, effort and taxpayer money was invested in this process is an understatement. Expert environmental and legal counsel, as well as public input, were considered in an effort to make certain that the outcome was in the best interest of Dallas Township residents. As a result, the Curative Amendment is one of the first of its kind to be enacted at the local municipal level in Pennsylvania.
On February 14, 2012, Act 13 (of 2012) was signed into law. Not only does that law institute an impact fee for natural gas activity in the state (that will benefit ONLY counties with active well activity, which Luzerne County is not), but attached to it is language that strips away local zoning regulation - leaving ALL zoning districts vulnerable to activities such as compressor stations, dehydration facilities, and further pipeline construction. As written, Act 13 supercedes the Curative Amendment.
Meanwhile, a number of munipalities, counties and other organizations are banding together to declare the unconstitutionalty of Act 13. Last week, Luzerne County Council voted unanimously to support this effort. Therefore, in the spirit of community and in the best interest of our residents and taxpayers, the Dallas Township Board of Supervisors unanimously agreed at its 4/3 Work Session to submit a letter of support to those challenging this law.
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Pipeline Drilling Mud Incidents |
Please note the following: There have been a series of pipeline drilling mud incidents at two sites along the Chief pipeline, beginning 5/1: Kunkle-Alderson Road and Upper Demunds Road. Due to the presence of Bentonite in the mud, there is some concern about the present situation in the wetlands areas and creeks, as well as numerous artesian wells that may provide drinking water to our residents. Please know that we are making it our priority to keep residents in the loop. The newspapers will continue to present updated reports; and we will also provide further information as it becomes available.
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911 Standard Addressing Notices Sent |
.jpg) 9-1-1 standard addressing letters were mailed to selected areas and residents of the Township on June 30th, 2011. This was required to correct and update RR boxes and confusing areas.
To assist emergency services, post your E-911 numbers at the entrance to your driveway, on your residence or mailbox. Numbers need to be visible from the road and should be 3" to 6" high with a contrasting background. People living on shared private access roads should name and post road names to improve emergency response time. |
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Living with Pennsylvania Black Bears |
Pennsylvania Black Bears have recently awoken from winter slumber and are moving about in search of food. The Township has received a number of calls about bear sightings. The PA Game Commission suggests reading a publication entitled, "Living with Pennsylvania Black Bears". Follow this link and click on the title to access.
http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/black_bear/14343
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Aaron, Dallas Township's K-9 unit, hard at work, during a
recent drug bust
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