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Therese Aigner, CES,CEC,
Chair - Regulatory Overisght Group (ROG) Phone (814)519-3040 ladyhawk16@inetsurf.net |
Current Events
FYI 1: The Regulatory Oversight Group (ROG) recieved its Charter on May 18, 2011 and was formed out of concern that Hazardous Materials [HAZMAT]; including Class 1 Explosives/Detonators and Hazardous Waste [HAZWASTE] Toxicity & TENORM/DU (radiation)] were being transported without proper placardsing per PA Title 75 [Chapter 83], U.S. DOT 49 CFR [171 to 178, 383, 385, 397] and the Emergency Response Guide Book (ERG). Without adequate placarding our FIRST RESPONDERS would be blind sided and therefore be at greater risk.
FYI 1.1: As of August 28, 2019; we (the ROG) have completed (140) projects, that includes our Business Card and Web Site at: www.projectrog.com
FYI 1.2: This success is based on ROG member participation; in conjunction with the ROG policy of mutual cooperation and outreach to/with other Groups, those AT HARM, Land Owners, Concerned Individuals, Businesses, Media and the Regulatory Community.
It should be noted that there are NO EXEMPTIONS to the placarding requirements
per U.S. DOT 49 CFR (this includes HM-181 requirements) or the HAZWASTE regulations per the Resource Recovery Act (RCRA) of 1976. As of May 20, 2014,
we (ROG) have documentation that the list of (78) families of chemicals (File: FRAK5.TA) actually represents the (750) chemicals and/or compounds (File: FRAK 39.TA) used in Hydraulic Fracturing (FRAKING) operations. There are (650) of these that contain chemicals and/or compounds that are known Carcinogens. This information is part of Act 13 legal documents filed in Pennsylvania (refer to www.gasvets.org).
Also keep in mind that there are other persons who do transport and/or transfer HAZMAT/HAZWASTE; they are at risk as well. The mismanagement of HAZWASTE [TOXICITY & RADIATION (TENORM/DU)] has also led to the violation
of individual PROPERTY RIGHTS and INDUSTRIAL HEALTH ISSUES as well.
Be aware that when you are exposed to RADIATION (TENORM/DU); the dose that
your body absorbs is Cumulative. NONE of the persons who have been exposed
to the RADIATION have been decontaminated.
With regard to INDUSTRIAL HEALTH ISSUES; it would be "prudent" for the members of the Consortium and their Contractors to train their employees with reference to the HMIS (Hazardous Material Identification System). The HMIS covers not only Degree of Hazard, but what type of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to use. Along with this training; MSDS's (Material Safety Data Sheets) should be used to properly orient the labeling process that is part of the HMIS..
The consequences of no and/or inadequate training can be seen by refering to FACE BOOK [GAS VETS]. Be advised as a result of telephone conversations
with Randy Moyer (he was a Gas Industry worker) on February 9, 2014; he has had
to visit the ER twenty (20) times in the last (2) years. On his last visit he did receive
IV to his upper body and legs. Do chat with Randy Moyer on facebook.com/Gas Vets/info or e-mail pacwainfo@gmail.com for ["Lists of the Harmed"]; with regard to
people, property owners and businesses.
<<<<<<<<<< "TO DATE [TD]": >>>>>>>>>>>>
TD1: Per FACE BOOK [Gas Vets]; there are now over [38,212] persons; (including Randy Moyer and Jack Kruell) "AT HARM"; also there have been [71] DEATHS
with regard to exposures to HAZWASTE [TOXIC & TENORM/DU (Radiation)] generated at FRAKING Well Sites. It is very curious (strange) that not a single County EOC and/or County LEPC has not investigated this. <<<<----////
TD1.1: As of May 12, 2015 [Good News]; Randy Moyer has been awarded SSI & Medicare, which are retroactive Four (4) Years. This along with monthly payments going forward. The grounds for these awards was that; his illness and therefore hist disability were the work place exposurers of HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM/DU] generated at FRAKING Well Sites.
TD1.2: As of August 27, 2019 that there have been incidents involving HAZWASTE tanker drivers that has resulted in (318) fatalities. It appears that these fatalities are the result of (14) hour shifts for the drivers.
TD1.3: As of September 1, 2015; Depleted Uranium (DU) has been in constant use in FRAKING operations. This product a "perforating gun" and methodology was developed by Halliburton. Ref. File: FRAK48.TA/1.
TD1.4: As of September 1, 2019; there have been 2,270 cases of Stage 4 Lukemia reported [(12) were school students)].
TD2: Each County has a Hazard Vulnerabilty Analysis (HVA) which is contained within their Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP); which include ["Environmental Hazards" & "Contamination Issues"]. This with regard to the "Brown Fields" (1,507), that have resulted from the mismanagement of the HAZWASTE (Toxic & TENORM/DU) that is generated at Well Sites. <<<<----////
TD2.1: As of the Public Meetings on 2/2/2017 & 6/1/2017; it appears that the HMP does not reflect the "Degree of Hazard" here. Why is this information being relegated (and therefore buried) in an Appendix? Reference File: FRAK 78.TA TD2.1.1: On June 20, 2017 the ROG did submit via e-mail & writing (14) recommendations to be incorporated into the Tioga County 2017 Hazard Mitigation Plan "Draft". Reference File: FRAK 84.TA
WHY IS THERE NO "ENFORFCMENT"? <<<<----////
TD3: Reference to the Wellsboro, PA Airport Runway Extension [WMGR097R017 & PAI0459104002]; it will be very interesting to see how the Tioga County
Government [HMP/HVA] deals with the so called "Engineered" [HAZWASTE (Toxic
& TENORM/DU] that is generated at the FRAKING Well Sites and the HAZWASTE generated from ZINC mining operations in the state of New Jersey.
TD3.1: It should be noted that the PADEP document No. 258-2182-773 will in total
replace the existing Clean Fill Plan dated August 7, 2010 with a Management of
Fill document that would increase the MAXIMUM values of HAZWASTE content.
This "arrangement" between the PADEP, the Consortium, their Contractors &
Subcontractors would allow the dumping of HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM] on
Private Property & Public Lands and used as "clean fill".
TD3.2: YES; IT will be VERY interesting.
TD3.3: On August 28, 2015 the Pennsylvania Dept. of Environmental Protection
(PADEP) announced its returning the NPDES permit application for storm water construction to Clean Earth, Inc, Ref. File: FRAK47.TA.
TD3.4: As of December 15, 2015; Averil Rance spokesperson for Clean Earth, told
the Grand Canyon Airport Authority that we (Clean Earth) will "be back". Well Mr.
Rance; we the people of Tioga County, Pa., DO NOT want HAZWASTE [Toxic &
TENORM (DU)] dumped here. And a good day to you sir. <<<<----//
TD4: Reported on June 21, 2014; that PA Dept. of Health employees were silenced (muzzled) with regard to responses concerning Marcellus Shale health issues.
TD5: Reported on July 1, 2014; a study authored by Cornell University engineering professor Anthony Ingraffea indicates that Fraking well sites have a leak rate as high as 10% for horizontally drilled [FRAK] wells. We (ROG) find it curious that this "study" does not indicate the degree(s) of hazard (exposure) to people, property owners and busnisses. It appears that those persons of Academic Predisposition
still do not understand this reality.
TD6: As of May 20, 2014, [work in progress]; the ROG; has received documen-
tation that the list of (78) "families of chemicals" (File: FRAK5.TA) actually contains (650) chemicals and/or compounds that are known human carcinogens and that they can be used in more than (2,000) combinations at gas well sites. This information is part of an Act 13 legal document filed in Pennsylvania; [Refer to www.gasvets.org].
TD7: As of December 12, 2014, we (ROG) have received information about using Zeolite (Clinoptilolite) to remove [Detox/Decontaminate] FRAKING HAZWASTE ex-
posure (Toxicity and TENORM/DU from the body. This is a very well written and in-
formative posting; [Reference File: FRAK43.TA].
TD8: On December 10, 2014, we (the ROG) commented to the PADEP via a
separate e-mail account with regard to the Clean Earth/Wellsboro, PA Airport
Runway Extension [WMGR097R017 & PAI0459104002] . Our concerns being with
the use of the so called "Engineered" fill from Hazardous Waste (HAZWASTE)
generated at Fraking Well Sites. Also; after a "File Review" of [WMGR097R017],
it appears that Clean Earth also intends to use HAZWASTE generated from ZINC
mining operations in the state of New Jersey as "Fill" here as well.
TD8.1: We (the ROG); respectfully requested that "Public" hearings be held in
Tioga County, PA; with regard to this matter.
TD8.2: "Public" hearings were held at the Wellsboro, PA Fire Hall Annex on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 6:00 PM/1800 hours.
TD8.3: However; written comments will be accepted via U.S. Mail until the close of business March 12, 2015. Address comments to: Mr. David W. Garg, P.E.; Environmental Program Manager, PADEP, 208 West Third Street (Suite 101), Williamsport, PA 17701.
TD8.4: On March 3, 2015 the Regulatory Oversight Group (ROG) did submit written
comments in an order based on the outline used at the "Public" hearings held on
February 25, 2015. This submission to the PADEP contained nine (9) files; including
"Fill Recommendations". The submission was sent by Priority Mail with USPS tracking; which verified receipt on March 4, 2015 at 11:13 AM.
TD8.5: On March 11, 2015; the Tioga County Government and the Wellsboro Borough Council adapted resolutions that oppose the use of HAZWASTE [Toxic/
TENORM/DU] cuttings from FRAKING well sites as "Engineered Fill" for the Wellsboro
Airport expansion project.
TD8.5.1 It would appear that the Tioga County Government and the Wellsboro Borough Council could not any longer profess "Plausable Deniability" here.
TD8.6: On March 18, 2015; Delmar Township adopted a resolution supporting the
use of HAZWASTE [Toxic/TENORM/DU] cuttings from FRAKING well sites as
"Engineered Fill" for the Airport expansion project. Ah yes; what a difference (7) days and a "wink-wink, nudge-nudge" (you know what I mean) makes here.
TD8.7: In a May 11, 2015 letter, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it has no objection to the stockpiling of HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM/DU] cuttings from FRAKING Well Sites at the Wellsboro-Johnston Airport. They (the FAA); have full knowledge that these cuttings may be used as "Engineered Fill" for the Wellsboro Airport Runway Extension. The FAA should be aware that when flying above 10,000
feet,one should be on Oxygen.
TD9: On March 6, 2015 the Regulatory Oversight Group (ROG) received verified
documentation that the National Fuel Company (NFG); a wholly owned exploration
and production subsidiary of Seneca Resources Corp. recently completed an exploration well (in the Utica Shale Formation), within its PA DCNR 007 tract in
Tioga County, PA. The well was drilled to a vertical depth of 12,200 feet and has a
lateral length of 4,640 feet. Production rate of the well is 22.7 million cubic feet ("MMcf") of natural gas a day.
TD10: On June 8, 2015 the ROG received information regarding "High Radiation
Levels" at 10 Mile Creek in Greene and Washington Counties, PA., (refer to www.
heraldstandard.com/new today/dep-to-investigate).
TD11: On June 16, 2015 the ROG received information regarding the American
Medical Association (AMA) blasting secret FRAKING shale records; they (AMA)
are calling for public disclosure; [refer to www.post-gazette.com (Energy News In Context)].
TD12: As reported on May 13, 2016; Range Resources-[Terry Bossert, "To be
perfectctly frank"; targeting poorer areas of PA for (FRAKING) development].
Reference File: FRAK 62.TA (1 to 3). <<<<----////
TD13: As reported on May 21, 2016; Mr. John Quigley, PA DEP resigned. He is
the third member of Governor Wolf's cabinet to leave in less than a year. Reference
File: FRAK 63. TA (1 to 5). <<<<----////
TD14: The ROG attended the Tioga County Planning Commission (TCPC) work-
shop's on July 12, 13, 14, 2016 [covering revisions to the County Comprehensive
Plan]. We gave input in the areas of Environmental/Natural Resources & Impact of
Shale drilling resulting from no placarding while transporting HAZMAT/HAZWASTE
and the mismanagement of HAZWASTE [Toxic and TENORM/DU] that is generated
at the FRAKING well sites.
TD14.1: These work shops were hosted by Jim Weaver & Kerry Miller of TCPC and
chaired by Richard Truscello & Mark Lazzari from The EADS Group.
TD 14.2: On September 22, 2017 the ROG attended a Public Meeting about the Tioga County Comprehensive Plan update [workshop #.3]. This workshop was hosted by Kerry Miller of TCPC and chaired by Mark Lazzari from The EADS Group.
TD 14.2.1: Why is there no mention (as of this date) in the County Comprehensive Plan draft about the lack of enforcement.
TD 14.2.2 : On October 23, 2017; we did submit via e-mail and in writing (18) recommendations to be incorporated into the Tioga County Comprehensive Plan. Reference File: FRAK 91. TA
TD 14.2.3: On November 21, 2017; we (the ROG) attended a final update meeting during which we outlined File: Frak 91.TA as submitted on [10/23/2017]. It was interesting to see how Progressives and Millennial's "RAGE" when they do not get their way and/or lose.
TD 15: As reported on September 28 & 29, 2016; the PA Supreme Court ruled over remaining "issues" in ACT 13. Reference; File: FRAK 71.TA (1-5). <<<<----////
TD15.1: The "doctor gag rule" was struck down. This ruling will aid doctors in their
diagnosis of patients exposure to FRAKING HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM/DU] generated at well sites.
TD 15.2: The court also struck down the use of eminent domain in the case of natural gas underground storage facilities.
TD 15.3: This ruling requires the PADEP to notify private water well owners in the event of a nearby [HAZMAT/HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM/DU] spill related to FRAKING.
TD 16: July 17, 2017 The Wolf Administration [PADEP & DCNR] announced the
"Clean-up"? in Susquehanna County of a 17 acre site in what was the Erie Rail-yard that was abandoned in the mid-1970's; after more than a century of operating in the Susquehanna Depot. Heavy metals contamination [Lead& Arsenic] were discovered [mid-1990's] in the soil.
TD 16.1: The PADEP/DCNR plan is excavation of the contaminated soil, regrading and installing a soil cap over this contaminated area. This is not a wise choice; since it would expose the people using this area for recreation to the Lead & Arsenic con-
tamination. Soil caps do not work.
TD 16.2: The wiser choice would be to Repurpose/Convert this 17 acre site into a Solar Farm. Solar Farms are "static" in nature and would represent the lowest degree of exposure to people here. Ref. File FRAK 86.TA (1-3).
<<< WHY IS THERE NO "ENFORCEMENT"? >>>
Why the PADEP and the PA Dept. of Health would do this to working people and property owners. This is totally "OBTUSE" !
Many of us here welcome the better paying jobs that will result from the natural gas
gathering and transmission; but, in order to enjoy these benefits WE will have to control and manage the HAZMAT and the HAZWASTE [TOXIC & TENORM/DU (Radiation)].
FYI 1.1: As of August 28, 2019; we (the ROG) have completed (140) projects, that includes our Business Card and Web Site at: www.projectrog.com
FYI 1.2: This success is based on ROG member participation; in conjunction with the ROG policy of mutual cooperation and outreach to/with other Groups, those AT HARM, Land Owners, Concerned Individuals, Businesses, Media and the Regulatory Community.
It should be noted that there are NO EXEMPTIONS to the placarding requirements
per U.S. DOT 49 CFR (this includes HM-181 requirements) or the HAZWASTE regulations per the Resource Recovery Act (RCRA) of 1976. As of May 20, 2014,
we (ROG) have documentation that the list of (78) families of chemicals (File: FRAK5.TA) actually represents the (750) chemicals and/or compounds (File: FRAK 39.TA) used in Hydraulic Fracturing (FRAKING) operations. There are (650) of these that contain chemicals and/or compounds that are known Carcinogens. This information is part of Act 13 legal documents filed in Pennsylvania (refer to www.gasvets.org).
Also keep in mind that there are other persons who do transport and/or transfer HAZMAT/HAZWASTE; they are at risk as well. The mismanagement of HAZWASTE [TOXICITY & RADIATION (TENORM/DU)] has also led to the violation
of individual PROPERTY RIGHTS and INDUSTRIAL HEALTH ISSUES as well.
Be aware that when you are exposed to RADIATION (TENORM/DU); the dose that
your body absorbs is Cumulative. NONE of the persons who have been exposed
to the RADIATION have been decontaminated.
With regard to INDUSTRIAL HEALTH ISSUES; it would be "prudent" for the members of the Consortium and their Contractors to train their employees with reference to the HMIS (Hazardous Material Identification System). The HMIS covers not only Degree of Hazard, but what type of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to use. Along with this training; MSDS's (Material Safety Data Sheets) should be used to properly orient the labeling process that is part of the HMIS..
The consequences of no and/or inadequate training can be seen by refering to FACE BOOK [GAS VETS]. Be advised as a result of telephone conversations
with Randy Moyer (he was a Gas Industry worker) on February 9, 2014; he has had
to visit the ER twenty (20) times in the last (2) years. On his last visit he did receive
IV to his upper body and legs. Do chat with Randy Moyer on facebook.com/Gas Vets/info or e-mail pacwainfo@gmail.com for ["Lists of the Harmed"]; with regard to
people, property owners and businesses.
<<<<<<<<<< "TO DATE [TD]": >>>>>>>>>>>>
TD1: Per FACE BOOK [Gas Vets]; there are now over [38,212] persons; (including Randy Moyer and Jack Kruell) "AT HARM"; also there have been [71] DEATHS
with regard to exposures to HAZWASTE [TOXIC & TENORM/DU (Radiation)] generated at FRAKING Well Sites. It is very curious (strange) that not a single County EOC and/or County LEPC has not investigated this. <<<<----////
TD1.1: As of May 12, 2015 [Good News]; Randy Moyer has been awarded SSI & Medicare, which are retroactive Four (4) Years. This along with monthly payments going forward. The grounds for these awards was that; his illness and therefore hist disability were the work place exposurers of HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM/DU] generated at FRAKING Well Sites.
TD1.2: As of August 27, 2019 that there have been incidents involving HAZWASTE tanker drivers that has resulted in (318) fatalities. It appears that these fatalities are the result of (14) hour shifts for the drivers.
TD1.3: As of September 1, 2015; Depleted Uranium (DU) has been in constant use in FRAKING operations. This product a "perforating gun" and methodology was developed by Halliburton. Ref. File: FRAK48.TA/1.
TD1.4: As of September 1, 2019; there have been 2,270 cases of Stage 4 Lukemia reported [(12) were school students)].
TD2: Each County has a Hazard Vulnerabilty Analysis (HVA) which is contained within their Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP); which include ["Environmental Hazards" & "Contamination Issues"]. This with regard to the "Brown Fields" (1,507), that have resulted from the mismanagement of the HAZWASTE (Toxic & TENORM/DU) that is generated at Well Sites. <<<<----////
TD2.1: As of the Public Meetings on 2/2/2017 & 6/1/2017; it appears that the HMP does not reflect the "Degree of Hazard" here. Why is this information being relegated (and therefore buried) in an Appendix? Reference File: FRAK 78.TA TD2.1.1: On June 20, 2017 the ROG did submit via e-mail & writing (14) recommendations to be incorporated into the Tioga County 2017 Hazard Mitigation Plan "Draft". Reference File: FRAK 84.TA
WHY IS THERE NO "ENFORFCMENT"? <<<<----////
TD3: Reference to the Wellsboro, PA Airport Runway Extension [WMGR097R017 & PAI0459104002]; it will be very interesting to see how the Tioga County
Government [HMP/HVA] deals with the so called "Engineered" [HAZWASTE (Toxic
& TENORM/DU] that is generated at the FRAKING Well Sites and the HAZWASTE generated from ZINC mining operations in the state of New Jersey.
TD3.1: It should be noted that the PADEP document No. 258-2182-773 will in total
replace the existing Clean Fill Plan dated August 7, 2010 with a Management of
Fill document that would increase the MAXIMUM values of HAZWASTE content.
This "arrangement" between the PADEP, the Consortium, their Contractors &
Subcontractors would allow the dumping of HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM] on
Private Property & Public Lands and used as "clean fill".
TD3.2: YES; IT will be VERY interesting.
TD3.3: On August 28, 2015 the Pennsylvania Dept. of Environmental Protection
(PADEP) announced its returning the NPDES permit application for storm water construction to Clean Earth, Inc, Ref. File: FRAK47.TA.
TD3.4: As of December 15, 2015; Averil Rance spokesperson for Clean Earth, told
the Grand Canyon Airport Authority that we (Clean Earth) will "be back". Well Mr.
Rance; we the people of Tioga County, Pa., DO NOT want HAZWASTE [Toxic &
TENORM (DU)] dumped here. And a good day to you sir. <<<<----//
TD4: Reported on June 21, 2014; that PA Dept. of Health employees were silenced (muzzled) with regard to responses concerning Marcellus Shale health issues.
TD5: Reported on July 1, 2014; a study authored by Cornell University engineering professor Anthony Ingraffea indicates that Fraking well sites have a leak rate as high as 10% for horizontally drilled [FRAK] wells. We (ROG) find it curious that this "study" does not indicate the degree(s) of hazard (exposure) to people, property owners and busnisses. It appears that those persons of Academic Predisposition
still do not understand this reality.
TD6: As of May 20, 2014, [work in progress]; the ROG; has received documen-
tation that the list of (78) "families of chemicals" (File: FRAK5.TA) actually contains (650) chemicals and/or compounds that are known human carcinogens and that they can be used in more than (2,000) combinations at gas well sites. This information is part of an Act 13 legal document filed in Pennsylvania; [Refer to www.gasvets.org].
TD7: As of December 12, 2014, we (ROG) have received information about using Zeolite (Clinoptilolite) to remove [Detox/Decontaminate] FRAKING HAZWASTE ex-
posure (Toxicity and TENORM/DU from the body. This is a very well written and in-
formative posting; [Reference File: FRAK43.TA].
TD8: On December 10, 2014, we (the ROG) commented to the PADEP via a
separate e-mail account with regard to the Clean Earth/Wellsboro, PA Airport
Runway Extension [WMGR097R017 & PAI0459104002] . Our concerns being with
the use of the so called "Engineered" fill from Hazardous Waste (HAZWASTE)
generated at Fraking Well Sites. Also; after a "File Review" of [WMGR097R017],
it appears that Clean Earth also intends to use HAZWASTE generated from ZINC
mining operations in the state of New Jersey as "Fill" here as well.
TD8.1: We (the ROG); respectfully requested that "Public" hearings be held in
Tioga County, PA; with regard to this matter.
TD8.2: "Public" hearings were held at the Wellsboro, PA Fire Hall Annex on Wednesday, February 25, 2015 at 6:00 PM/1800 hours.
TD8.3: However; written comments will be accepted via U.S. Mail until the close of business March 12, 2015. Address comments to: Mr. David W. Garg, P.E.; Environmental Program Manager, PADEP, 208 West Third Street (Suite 101), Williamsport, PA 17701.
TD8.4: On March 3, 2015 the Regulatory Oversight Group (ROG) did submit written
comments in an order based on the outline used at the "Public" hearings held on
February 25, 2015. This submission to the PADEP contained nine (9) files; including
"Fill Recommendations". The submission was sent by Priority Mail with USPS tracking; which verified receipt on March 4, 2015 at 11:13 AM.
TD8.5: On March 11, 2015; the Tioga County Government and the Wellsboro Borough Council adapted resolutions that oppose the use of HAZWASTE [Toxic/
TENORM/DU] cuttings from FRAKING well sites as "Engineered Fill" for the Wellsboro
Airport expansion project.
TD8.5.1 It would appear that the Tioga County Government and the Wellsboro Borough Council could not any longer profess "Plausable Deniability" here.
TD8.6: On March 18, 2015; Delmar Township adopted a resolution supporting the
use of HAZWASTE [Toxic/TENORM/DU] cuttings from FRAKING well sites as
"Engineered Fill" for the Airport expansion project. Ah yes; what a difference (7) days and a "wink-wink, nudge-nudge" (you know what I mean) makes here.
TD8.7: In a May 11, 2015 letter, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said it has no objection to the stockpiling of HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM/DU] cuttings from FRAKING Well Sites at the Wellsboro-Johnston Airport. They (the FAA); have full knowledge that these cuttings may be used as "Engineered Fill" for the Wellsboro Airport Runway Extension. The FAA should be aware that when flying above 10,000
feet,one should be on Oxygen.
TD9: On March 6, 2015 the Regulatory Oversight Group (ROG) received verified
documentation that the National Fuel Company (NFG); a wholly owned exploration
and production subsidiary of Seneca Resources Corp. recently completed an exploration well (in the Utica Shale Formation), within its PA DCNR 007 tract in
Tioga County, PA. The well was drilled to a vertical depth of 12,200 feet and has a
lateral length of 4,640 feet. Production rate of the well is 22.7 million cubic feet ("MMcf") of natural gas a day.
TD10: On June 8, 2015 the ROG received information regarding "High Radiation
Levels" at 10 Mile Creek in Greene and Washington Counties, PA., (refer to www.
heraldstandard.com/new today/dep-to-investigate).
TD11: On June 16, 2015 the ROG received information regarding the American
Medical Association (AMA) blasting secret FRAKING shale records; they (AMA)
are calling for public disclosure; [refer to www.post-gazette.com (Energy News In Context)].
TD12: As reported on May 13, 2016; Range Resources-[Terry Bossert, "To be
perfectctly frank"; targeting poorer areas of PA for (FRAKING) development].
Reference File: FRAK 62.TA (1 to 3). <<<<----////
TD13: As reported on May 21, 2016; Mr. John Quigley, PA DEP resigned. He is
the third member of Governor Wolf's cabinet to leave in less than a year. Reference
File: FRAK 63. TA (1 to 5). <<<<----////
TD14: The ROG attended the Tioga County Planning Commission (TCPC) work-
shop's on July 12, 13, 14, 2016 [covering revisions to the County Comprehensive
Plan]. We gave input in the areas of Environmental/Natural Resources & Impact of
Shale drilling resulting from no placarding while transporting HAZMAT/HAZWASTE
and the mismanagement of HAZWASTE [Toxic and TENORM/DU] that is generated
at the FRAKING well sites.
TD14.1: These work shops were hosted by Jim Weaver & Kerry Miller of TCPC and
chaired by Richard Truscello & Mark Lazzari from The EADS Group.
TD 14.2: On September 22, 2017 the ROG attended a Public Meeting about the Tioga County Comprehensive Plan update [workshop #.3]. This workshop was hosted by Kerry Miller of TCPC and chaired by Mark Lazzari from The EADS Group.
TD 14.2.1: Why is there no mention (as of this date) in the County Comprehensive Plan draft about the lack of enforcement.
TD 14.2.2 : On October 23, 2017; we did submit via e-mail and in writing (18) recommendations to be incorporated into the Tioga County Comprehensive Plan. Reference File: FRAK 91. TA
TD 14.2.3: On November 21, 2017; we (the ROG) attended a final update meeting during which we outlined File: Frak 91.TA as submitted on [10/23/2017]. It was interesting to see how Progressives and Millennial's "RAGE" when they do not get their way and/or lose.
TD 15: As reported on September 28 & 29, 2016; the PA Supreme Court ruled over remaining "issues" in ACT 13. Reference; File: FRAK 71.TA (1-5). <<<<----////
TD15.1: The "doctor gag rule" was struck down. This ruling will aid doctors in their
diagnosis of patients exposure to FRAKING HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM/DU] generated at well sites.
TD 15.2: The court also struck down the use of eminent domain in the case of natural gas underground storage facilities.
TD 15.3: This ruling requires the PADEP to notify private water well owners in the event of a nearby [HAZMAT/HAZWASTE [Toxic & TENORM/DU] spill related to FRAKING.
TD 16: July 17, 2017 The Wolf Administration [PADEP & DCNR] announced the
"Clean-up"? in Susquehanna County of a 17 acre site in what was the Erie Rail-yard that was abandoned in the mid-1970's; after more than a century of operating in the Susquehanna Depot. Heavy metals contamination [Lead& Arsenic] were discovered [mid-1990's] in the soil.
TD 16.1: The PADEP/DCNR plan is excavation of the contaminated soil, regrading and installing a soil cap over this contaminated area. This is not a wise choice; since it would expose the people using this area for recreation to the Lead & Arsenic con-
tamination. Soil caps do not work.
TD 16.2: The wiser choice would be to Repurpose/Convert this 17 acre site into a Solar Farm. Solar Farms are "static" in nature and would represent the lowest degree of exposure to people here. Ref. File FRAK 86.TA (1-3).
<<< WHY IS THERE NO "ENFORCEMENT"? >>>
Why the PADEP and the PA Dept. of Health would do this to working people and property owners. This is totally "OBTUSE" !
Many of us here welcome the better paying jobs that will result from the natural gas
gathering and transmission; but, in order to enjoy these benefits WE will have to control and manage the HAZMAT and the HAZWASTE [TOXIC & TENORM/DU (Radiation)].
Our Next Meeting
We will be meeting at the Soldiers & Memorial Hospital in the Cedar Conference Room [please follow the signs] on Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at 5:30 PM/1730 hours; access is via the main entrance on Grand Street in Wellsboro, PA.