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EMBARGOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Joanna Hollis <[email protected]> /1’C

Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:12 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Regulation #7-484, Environmental Performance Standards at Oil and Gas Well Sites

Dear Independent Regulatory Review Commission Members:

For too long, oil and gas operators in Pennsylvania have conducted theiractivities under outdated regulations and with virtual impunity—factorsthat have helped spur ever—growing impacts on water, air, and health.

The final draft Chapter 78 and 78a regulations from the Department ofEnvironmental Protection (DEP) represent a significant step forward inaligning the state’s oil and gas regulations with new technologies andmodern—day practices. Today, both conventional and unconventionaloperations rely on hydraulic fracturing (fracking) , use toxic chemicalsand large volumes of water, disturb land, and generate polluting waste.

Both Chapter 78 and Chapter 78a are the result of over three years ofpublic hearings, comment periods, and revisions—during which legislatorsand the industry had ample time to weigh in. It’s outrageous that they’renow trying to derail the entire process. Failure to adopt theseregulations will allow countless environmental problems to remainunchecked and increase the health and financial burdens borne by thepublic.

Please help Pennsylvania improve environmental protections and industryaccountability by voting YES to regulations for both conventional andunconventional operators.

Thank you.

Sincerely,

Joanna Hollis1276 Penn AvWyomissing, PA 19610United States4046423442

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From: Anna Jasiukiewicz <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 4:57 PM 3ARGOE[) 1ATERAL.To: IRRCSubject: Regulation #7-484, Environmental Performance Standards at Oil and Gas Well Sites



The final draft Chapter 78 and 78a regulations from the Department ofEnvironmental Protection (DEP) represent a significant step forward inaligning the state’s oil and gas regulations with new technologies andmodern—day practices. Today, both conventional and unconventionaloperations rely on hydraulic fracturing (fracking) , use toxic chemicalsand large volumes of water, disturb land, and generate polluting waste.



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/Mi 12O16From: Richard Ide <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 5:54 AM Independert Regu’atoryTo IRRC Review Commission

Subject: Regulation #7-484, Environmental Performance Standards at Oil and Gas Well Sites

Dear Independent Regulatory Review Commission Meiithers:


The final draft Chapter 78 and 78a regulations from the Department ofEnvironmental Protection (DEP) represent a significant step forward inaligning the state’s oil and gas regulations with new technologies andmodern—day practices. Today, both conventional and unconventionaloperations rely on hydraulic fracturing (fracking), use toxic chemicalsand large volumes of water, disturb land, and generate polluting waste.



Thank you.

Sincerely,

Richard A. Ide

Richard Ide103 Warren StreetTunkhannock, PA 18657US570—836—4409

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For too long, oil and gas operators in Pennsylvania haveconducted their activities under outdated regulations and withvirtual impunity—factors that have helped spur ever-growingimpacts on water, air, and health.

The final draft Chapter 78 and 78a regulations from theDepartment of Environmental Protection (DEP) represent asignificant step forward in aligning the state’s oil and gasregulations with new technologies and modern-day practices.Today, both conventional and unconventional operations relyon hydraulic fracturing (fracking), use toxic chemicals andlarge volumes of water, disturb land, and generate pollutingwaste.

Both Chapter 78 and Chapter 78a are the result of over threeyears of public hearings, comment periods, and revisions—during which legislators and the industry had ample time toweigh in. It’s outrageous that they’re now trying to derail theentire process. Failure to adopt these regulations will allowcountless environmental problems to remain unchecked andincrease the health and financial burdens borne by the public.

Please help Pennsylvania improve environmental protectionsand industry accountability by voting YES to regulations forboth conventional and unconventional operators.

Thank you

Sincerely,

Kathy Cooper

From: Kathy CooperSent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 4:42 PMTo: IRRCSubject: FW: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions

EMBARGOED MATERIALOriginal Message

From: Emily Sabol [mailto : [email protected]]Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 4:23 PMTo: Kathy CooperSubject: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions

Dear Independent Regulatory Review Commission Members,

For over three years, the Pennsylvania Department of EnvironmentalProtection has been working to modernize our state’s regulations for oiland gas drilling operations under Chapter 78 and Chapter 78a. Those threeyears included an extensive public comment period with unprecedentedlevels of public participation and multiple opportunities for input fromindustry and legislators. The final revisions, which took these commentsinto consideration, are an important step towards bringing our state’s oiland gas industry in line with modern technologies and practices thatprotect public health and the environment.

Pennsylvania cannot wait any longer for these revisions to take effect.Please protect Pennsylvania’s health and environment by voting to approvethe revisions to Chapter 78 and 78a.

Thank you.

Emily Sabol311 E. Oriole Dr. UU

Larksville, PA 18704APR 2 02016

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From: Kathy CooperSent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 11:09 AMTo: IRRCSubject: FW: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions

Original MessageFrom: Dennis Wingle [mailto : [email protected])Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:23 MTo: Kathy CooperSubject: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions




Thank you.

Dennis Wingle311 4th StShoemakersville, PA 19555

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,.Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 11:24 AMTo: IRRCSubject: FW: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions


From: Renee Grant [mailto:[email protected]]Sent: Friday, April 15, 2016 4:57 PMTo: Kathy CooperSubject: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions




Thank you.

Renee Grant58 Chandler CirPen Argyl, PA 18072

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From: MICHELE SCHWARTZ [mailto:[email protected]]Sent: Monday, April 18, 2016 10:11 AMTo: Kathy CooperSubject: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions




Thank you.

MICHELE SCHWARTZ229 Overlook RdMorgantown, PA 19543

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From: Kathy CooperSent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: FW: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions

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Original Message Leent RegulatoryFrom: Deborah Cate [mailto:[email protected]] Review CommissionSent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 7:27 PMTo: Kathy CooperSubject: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions




Thank you.

Deborah Cate2499 N 50th St.Philadelphia, PA 19131

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From: Kathy CooperSent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: FW: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions

APR 202016Original Message

From: Deborah Cate [mailto dfcate@grnail . corn] Independent RegulatorySent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 7:27 PM

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To: Kathy CooperSubject: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions




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Deborah Cate2499 N 50th St.Philadelphia, PA 19131

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Original MessageFrom: Linda Brodeur [xnailto : [email protected]]Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 9:39 PMTo: Kathy CooperSubject: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions




Thank you.

Linda Brodeur2942 Cornwall RdBethlehem, PA 18017

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Original MessageFrom: Richard Metz [mailto : Thembones2@hotmail . corn)Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:19 PMTo: Kathy CooperSubject: Approve Chapter 78 and 78a Revisions




Thank you.

Richard Metz910 bent laErdenheim, PA 19038

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From: Jenny Ruckdeschel <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 8:30 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Jenny Ruckdeschel900 Lewis LaneRosemont, PA 19010

APR 212016April 21, 2016

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Dear IRRC,

Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 (“unconventional” wellssuch as shale gas wells) and 78a (“conventional” gas wells which havedestructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well) and not to cave in tothese special interest corporations and their shills. People are sufferingwhere drilling is occurring and IRRC must act to protect them and theenvironment.

Sincerely,Jenny Ruckdeschel


From: H.P. Denenberg <[email protected]> Llt’ ESent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:50 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oH and gas drilling rules

I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rulesknown as “Chapter 78.” These much—needed safeguards are five years in themaking, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians’ health andenvironment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open—air wastepits. Please support and finalize these rules for the sake ofPennsylvania’s air, water, and public health.

H.P. Denenberg700 Warnock StPhiladelphia, PA 19147

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From: Frank DeMola <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:53 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling ru!es

I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rulesknown as “Chapter 78.” These much-needed safeguards are five years in themaking, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians’ health andenvironment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open—air wastepits. Please support and finalize these rules for the sake ofPennsylvania’s air, water, and public health.

Frank DeMola137 Center St.Pittston, PA 18640

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From: Abigail Brown <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 11:04 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


abigail Brown21 Courtney CircleBryn Mawr, PA 19010

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From: gaH youngs <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:46 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


gail youngs310 hickory grove roadphoenixviJ.le, PA 19460

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From: Jeanne Cebasek <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:26 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Jeanne Cebasek52 Aber RdFinJ.eyville, PA 15332

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From: Michael Duffey <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 9:26 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rulesknown as “Chapter 78.” These much—needed safeguards are five years in themaking, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians! health andenvironment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open—air wastepits. Please support and finalize these rules for the sake ofPennsylvania’s air, water, and public health.

Michael Duffey522 Ferry RoadDoylestown, PA 18901

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From: Susan Butterweck <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 9:30 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Susan Butterweck222 Haverford Ave.apt. 4Narberth, PA 19072

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From: Sharon McNamara <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 9:37 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 o and gas drilling rules


Sharon McNamara250 Plaza Blvd.Apt. G5Morrisville, PA 19067

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From: John Mayew <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, Apr 19, 2016 9:56 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


John Mayew8 Annes WayLandenberg, PA 19350

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From: Joan Peic <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:05 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rulesknown as “Chapter 78.” These much—needed safeguards are five years in themaking, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians’ health andenvironment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open-air wastepits. Please support and finalize these rules for the sake ofPennsylvania’s air, water, and public health.

Joan Peic116 Rockwood RdNewtown Square, PA 19073

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From: Jabir Mohamedali <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 11:07 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Jabir Mohamedali1010 woods roadSouthampton, PA 18966

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From: Terry Aunkst <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 12:56 AMTo: tRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rulesknown as TiChapter 78.” These much—needed safeguards are five years in themaking, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians’ health andenvironment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open-air wastepits. Please support and finalize these rules for the sake ofPennsylvania’s air, water, and public health.

Terry Aunkst118 Main StreetTurbotville, PA 17772

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From: Esta Jo Schifter <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:16 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

I wish to end fracking altogether and focus on renewable energy. If theprofits of shale gas were to be removed, hopefully the money would go intoR&D for renewable sources.


Esta Jo Schifter7901 Henry Aye, Apt D-209Philadelphia, PA 19128

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Kathy Cooper ARG0ED MATERIALFrom: Mary Ellen Goldfarb <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 11:23 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Mary Ellen GoldfarbWashington SquarePhiladelphia, PA 19106

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Kathy Cooper 93WD MATERIALFrom: Barbara Minges <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 11:44 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Barbara Minges122 Lloyd AvePittsburgh, PA 15218

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From: Phyllis Reinhardt <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 11:47 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Phyllis Reinhardt830 Wheeler AveScranton, PA 18510

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From: Kathleen Reifke <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 12:58 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Kathleen Reifke589 Pigeon Creek RdPottstown, PA 19465

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From: Barry Blust <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 3:09 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Barry Blust21 Rabbit Run LnGlenmoore, PA 19343

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From: sally magaziner <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:48 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drifling rules


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From: Sarah Heffner <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 11:16 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Sarah Heffner1757 Rt 100Barto, PA 19504

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From: Rosemary Baskin <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:44 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas driWng rules ,

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Rosemary BaskinCarousel Dr.Selinsgrove, PA 17870

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From: Terry Hoffman <tehoffman@hotmaiLcom>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 4:54 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Terry Hoffman14 KILLDEER LANEDowningtown, PA 19335

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From: Christopher Yeyna <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 5:07 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

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Christopher Yeyna330 W. Main AveMyerstown, PA 17067

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From: Betsy Flick <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 5:19 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Betsy Flick423 7th StNew Cumberland, PA 17070

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From: Charles and June Dunn <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 9:41 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Charles and June Dunn407 S Miller StShillington, PA 19607

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From: Lucille B Pilling <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 5:58 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Lucille B Pilling260 South 16 StreetApt 3FPhiladelphia, PA 19102

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From: Eugene Mariani <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 6:36 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Eugene Mariani5841 Forward Ave. #508Pittsburgh, PA 15217

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From: Jeff Allen <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 6:43 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Jeff Allen724 College AveOakmont, PA 15139-1809

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From: David Cherry <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 6:56 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


David Cherry5524 Avondale PlacePittsburgh, PA 15206

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From: Peter Fitzpatrick <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 7:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Peter Fitzpatrick204 lamberton st.Franklin, PA 16323

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From: Rosemary Murray <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 7:24 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Rosemary Murray508 Washington StRoyersford, PA 19468

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From: Judith Delestienne <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 8:14 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Judith Delestienne827 Bower Nil]. RdPittsburgh, PA 15243

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From: J Rothwel I <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 4:24 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rulesknown as “Chapter 78.” These much—needed safeguards are five years in themaking, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians’ health andenvironment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open—air wastepits. Please support and finalize these rules for the sake ofPennsylvania’s air, water and public health.

J Rothwe].l228 Easton Rd Apt C18Apt C18Horsham, PA 19044

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From: Dorothy Hope Bikle <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 8:57 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Dorothy Hope Bikle570 Hilltop Rd.HummeJ.stown, PA 17036

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From: Mimi Burstein <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 8:57 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Mimi Burstein27 E Central AvePaoli, PA 19301

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From: Meghan Valentich <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 9:32 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Meghan Valentich219 Great Smokey DrPittsburgh, PA 15239

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From: Ruth Kay Souder <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 11:42 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Ruth Kay Souder101 Main St 2nd Fl.Red Hill, PA 18076

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From: Elise Drake <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:20 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Elise Drake2633 Cedarvue DrivePittsburgh, PA 15241

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From: Marlin Deacon <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:21 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Marlin Deacon1745 Williamburg PlacePittsburgh, PA 15235

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From: Dale Kashner <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:49 AMTo IRRC 3ARGOED MATERIALSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rulesknown as “Chapter 78.” These much—needed safeguards are five years in themaking, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians! health andenvironment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open—air wastepits. Please support and finalize these rules for the sake ofPennsylvania’s air, water, and public health.

Dale Kashner313 Claremont Dr.Seven Valleys, PA 17360

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From: Richard Aldred <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 2:29 PMTo: IRRC

APR 202015Subject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules



Richard Aidred37 Twin Pine WayGlen Mills, PA 19342

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From: Daniel GranchA© <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 1:37 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Daniel GranchA©331 Flower StOld Forge, PA 18518

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Lona Sholly2535 Turbot AveP0 Box 122Dewart, PA 17730

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From: Woody Earle <[email protected]> ll91LSent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 8:19 AMTo: IRRC APR 212016Subject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

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Woody Earle422 Waterloo rdDevon, PA 19333

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Nora Foltz200 E 26th AveAltoona, PA 16601

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From: Eric Sick <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 8:43 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules 2 2



Eric Sick919 Shiremont DrMechanicsburg, PA 17050

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From: Holly Tyson <[email protected]> c51Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:16 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules APR 212016



Holly Tyson911 Merrybell LaneKennett Square, PA 19348

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From: Lorraine Poore <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:47 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules APR 21 2016



Lorraine Poore52 Mayapple DriveMuncy Valley, PA 17758

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From: Rebecca Ashkettle <[email protected]> [119LiSent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:15 PMTo: IRRC APR 2 12016Subject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


Rebecca Ashkettle125 Marose DrivePittsburgh, PA 15235

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From: Mary Nancarrow <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:2 5 PMTo: IRRC APR 212016Subject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules



Mary Nancarrow3510 N. 4th St.Harrisburg, PA 17110

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Mark Sentesy1105 Old Boalsburg Rd.State College, PA 16801

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From: Dwinell Heverly <[email protected]> 1cEllVIEISent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 11:08 PMTo: IRRC APR 212015Subject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules


I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rulesknown as “Chapter 78.” These much—needed safeguards are five years in themaking, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians’ health andenvironment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open—air wastepits. Please support and finalize these rules for the sake ofPennsylvanias air, water, and public health.

Dwinell Heverly2320 East Rock RoadPerkasie, PA 18944

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From: Suzi Hemmen <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 7:56 AMTo: IRRC APR 2 1 2O6Subject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

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Suzi Heinmen808 A Main St.Red Hill, PA 18076

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From: Megan Basch <[email protected]> 11 DSent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:26 PMTo: IRRC .4PR 212016Subject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules



Megan Basch3624 California AvenueAPT 4Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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Kathy Cooper *-M 1ttr 1+From: Jaimie Field <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

V”Jaimie Field 9L \JL1520 Monk RdGladwyne, PA 19035 APR 212016

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Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Jainiie Field

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From: John Kotarski <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:28 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

John Kotarski— -

49 S 3rd StPerkasie, PA 18944

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Sincerely,John Kotarski

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From: Silvio fittipaldi <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:28 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Silvio fittipaldi5018 N Convnt Iane, i APR 212016Philadelphia, PA 19114


April 20, 2016

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Silvio fittipaldi

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From: Trevor McNeill <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Trevor McNeill I —

51 Taxnmany RoadUpper Black Eddy, PA 18972

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Independent Regulatory

Dear IPRC,

I urge you to vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78(“unconventional” wells such as shale gas wells) and 78a (“conventional”gas wells which have destructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well)and not to cave in to these special interest corporations and theirshills. People are suffering where drilling is occurring and IRRC must actto protect them and the environment.

Sincerely,Trevor McNeill

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A’OD MAIEKIAL

Kathy Cooper Ltv -I-I.From: Charles Cresson <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 1:29 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Charles Cresson32 inherst AveSwarthmore, PA 19081 APR 212016April 21, 2016 Independent Regulatory

Review Commission

Dear IRRC,

I urge you to vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78(“unconventional” wells such as shale gas wells) and 78a (“conventional”gas wells which have destructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well)Do not cave in to these special interest corporations and their shills.People are suffering where drilling is occurring and IRRC must act toprotect theiti. and the environment.

Sincerely,Charles Cresson

1

3ARGOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Tom Harris <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 1:29 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Tom Harris12 cypress ct. APR 212016bordentown, NJ 08505

Independent Regu’atoryApril 21, 2016 Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Tom Harris

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From: Mark and Judy Harvey <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:59 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Mark and Judy Harvey209 Emerson Road APR 212015Great Bend, PA 18821


April 20, 2016

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Mark and Judy Harvey

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MBARGKathy Cooper

From: Madeline Rawley <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:20 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Please vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 Q’unconventional” wells such as shale gas wells) and 78a(“conventional” gas wells which have destructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well) and not to cave in tothese special interest corporations and their shills. People are suffering where drilling is occurring and IRRC mustact to protect them and the environment.

f!MD

IIndepenc Regulatory

LewCmi

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Kathy Cooper

From: Robert Moore <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:08 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Robert Moore21 Austin Road 31 2016Yardley, PA 19067

Tndependent Regu’atoryApril 20, 2016 view ommission

Dear IP.P.C,


Sincerely,Robert Moore

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‘MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: John and Janice Hahn <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:58 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

John and Janice Hahn159 West Shore Road I APR )jShohola, PA 18458

Independent RegulatoryApril 20, 2016 Revew Commsson

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,John and Janice Hahn

1

EBARGOED MATERtAKathy Cooper

From: Fredericka Foster Shapiro <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:58 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 7 r’ Z8.

Fredericka Foster Shapiro APR 2’ 2016P0 Box 777new Hope, PA 18938 Indepen4ent Regulatory

ReView CommissionApril 20, 2016

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Fredericka Foster Shapiro

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Kathy Cooper

From: Stephen Kunz <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, AprH 20, 2016 458 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes n both Chapter 78 and 78a

Stephen Kunz1015 Brookwood DrPhoenixville, PA 19460-2222 APR 22OI6

1 A Independent Regulatorypri, Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Stephen Kunz

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EMAr.GOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Sierra Shafer <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, Apri’ 20, 2016 5:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Sierra Shafer10 Struble Ln APR 212018west Milford, NJ 07480

Independent RegulatoryApril 20, 2016 L

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Sierra Shafer

1


From: Michael Zavoda <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Michael Zavoda c60 Sherman Rd.Ottsville, PA 18942 APR 2!2O1April 20, 2016 Independent RequIato

Review Commjs0

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Michael Zavoda

1


From: Susan Babbitt <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 6:08 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Susan Babbitt I1!CE ‘Wf’j319 South Tenth Street, #133

APPhiladelphia, PA 19107 R 212016

April 20, 2016 RewV

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Susan Babbitt

1


From: Megan Peterson <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:58 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Megan Peterson3063 Comfort Rd.Solebury, PA 18963 APR 212016April 20, 2016 Independent Regulatory

Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Megan Peterson

1

Kathy Cooper

From: Beverly Foster <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:48 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Beverly Foster3 conestoga RoadWayne, PA 19087

AP 2zoiApril 20, 2016

Jnciep’odent RegulatoryReview Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Beverly Foster

1

rM” RCOED MAIER!ALKathy Cooper

From: Francine Cohen <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:08 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

2hApt 2109 lfiv1Phila., PA 19106

APR 2 12016April 20, 2016

Jndependen RegulatoryReview Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Francine Cohen

1


From: Joyce Benson <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 6:58 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Joyce BensonSylvania AveGlenside, PA 19038 APR 2?O1

April 20, 2016 Independenr RegutoryReview Lommission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Joyce Benson

1


From: Susan Shaak <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, AprH 20, 2016 6:48 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Susan Shaak3440 Stoner Ave DReading, PA 19606

APR 212016April 20, 2016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Susan Shaak

1

Kathy Cooper

From: Ronald Gulla <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 6:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Ronald Gulla302 Linden Creek RoadCanonsburg, PA 15317 iPR 2!7i

April 20, 2016 tREguIatory

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Ronald Gulla

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iMARGOED MTERAL

Kathy Cooper

From: Jason Kemple <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, Apr 20, 2016 6:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and

-

Jason Kemple APR ! 2W3610 Sigsbee Ave Apt 7Alpha, NJ 08865 Jniependent Rcgntatot-y

evewCornmjson

April 20, 2016

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Jason Kemple

1

ErARGQFD MATEFThi,Kathy Cooper

From: Walter Tsou <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 6:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Walter Tsou325 E Durham StPhiladelphia, PA 19119 APR 212016April 20, 2016 Independent Regulatory

Review Commig0

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Walter Tsou

1

EM BAR GO ED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: jill turco <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:48 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

jill turco916 S. 20th St., unit A Iphiladelphia, PA 19146 APR 212016April 20, 2016 Independent ReguJato

LRyiew Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,jill turco

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EMBARGOED MATEALKathy Cooper

From: Ann Dixon <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Ann Dixon4523 Osage Avenue U U

Philadelphia, PA 19143APR 212016

April 20, 2016Indepenlent R’qutory

Revew Commission

Dear IRRC,


This is something you can do, Mr. Williams, which will help improve thehealth of your constituents!

Sincerely,Ann Dixon

1


From: Michael Lombardi <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:09 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Michael Lonibardi19 Morning Glory LaneLevittown, PA 19054—2023 APR 212016

April 20, 2016

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Michael Loinbardi

1

EMBARGOED MATEALKathy Cooper

From: Vincent Prudente <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 9:59 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Vincent Prudente1826 Fitzwater StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19146 APR 212016

April 20, 2016 [dePendent Regu’atoryReview LOrnmls$jon

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Vincent Prudente

1

ARGOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Cathie Forman <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 9:49 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Cathie Forman10101 Woods RoadSouthampton, PA 18966-4543

April 20, 2016 APR 212016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely, Cathie FormanCathie Forutan

1

EMBARGOED MATERIAL

Kathy Cooper

From: Brian Resh <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 9:39 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Brian Resh1153 Marticille RdPequea, PA 17565 APR 212016

April 20, 2016

_______________

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Brian Resh

1


From: Noreen McCarthy <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 9:29 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Noreen MccarthyMillstone IanePottstown, PA 19465

APR 212016April 20, 2016

Independent Regu’atory— Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Noreen Mccarthy

1

EMBARGOED MATEiiALKathy Cooper

From: tracy Caduccio <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 9:08 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

tracy Carluccio925 Canal St.bristol, PA 19007 APR 212015

April 20, 2016 !ndependent RegulatoryReview Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,tracy Carluccio

1

EMEARGOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Nicholas Homyak <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:48 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Nicholas Homyak26 Oneida AvenueLake Hiawatha, NJ 07034

APR 212016April 20, 2016

Independent ReguiatoryReview Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Nicholas Homyak

1


From: Patricia Libbey <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

ll9ElOPatricia Libbey379 Ripka St 3B

APR 2Phila, PA 19128 6

Thdependent RegulatoryApril 20, 2016 Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Patricia Libbey

1

EM8ARGOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Jeanne Held-Warmkessel <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Jeanne Held-Warmkessel110 Santa Anita DrNorth Wales, PA 19454-4285

ADD fl 1I I ! LUID

April 20, 2016Indepenient Regulatory

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Jeanne Held-Warmkessel

1


From: Arthur Satter <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78

Arthur Satter APR 21zoi794 Milanville Rd

frlepenrent ReguJat-,ryBeach Lake, PA 18405 Lewoninissjjn -

April 20, 2016

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Arthur Satter

1

EMBARGOED MATER;ALKathy Cooper

From: Kelly Riley <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Kelly Riley902 Bent Rd.Hatfield, PA 19440 1FE DApril 20, 2016 APR 212016

Independent ReguIatot.,Dear IRRC, Review CommlssIo


Sincerely,Kelly Riley

1


From: Arthur Satter <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, AprH 20, 2016 8:38 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Arthur Satter C111V D794 Milanville RdBeach Iake, PA 18405

APR 212016April 20, 2016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Arthur Satter

1

EMBARGOED MATER!ALKathy Cooper

From: Marion Menapace <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:28 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Marion Menapace119 Shady Creek Drive APR 212016catawissa, PA 17820

Independent RegulatoryApril 20, 2016 Review Commission I

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Marion Menapace

1


From: Ray King <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:28 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Ray King835 N. 3rd StreetPhiladelphia, PA 19123 APR 212016

April 20, 2016 Independent RegulatoryRevewCommss,on

Dear IRRC,


Thank you in advance for representing your constituents, Ray King

1

EMBARGOElKathy Cooper

From: Laura Michaels <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:28 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

1659FtWht Ave.Maple Glen, PA 19002—3046

2!201sApril 20, 2016

PentguIarory 1commjssjo _j

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Laura Michaels

1

EMBARGOED MATER!ALKathy Cooper

From: Bruce McMahon <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:09 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Bruce McMahon—

113 Willowbrook Dr.Doylestown, PA 18901

APR flZOiSApril 20, 2016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely, Bruce and Lorraine McNahonBruce MeMahon

1

EMBARGOED MATERIAL

Kathy Cooper

From: william haegele <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:29 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

william haegele13032 townsend roadphiladelphia, PA 19154

April 20, 2016 APR 212016

Independent Regu’atoryReview Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,william haegele

1


From: robert opet <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:29 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

robert opet173 main street

ADD 01luzerne, PA 18709 “i’

Independent RegulatoryApril 20, 2016 Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,robert opet

1


From: Patricia Rossi <circus cyaneus@verizoninet>Sent: Wednesday, Apri’ 20, 2016 11:39 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Patricia Rossi1 Maplewood Drive DLevittown, PA 19056

APR 212016April 20, 2016

independent RegulatoryReview Commission _J

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Patricia Rossi

1


From: Andrew Melman <ajmelman@comcastnet>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 11:39 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Andrew Melman625 E Lancaster Ave. Apt B102Wynnewood, PA 19096 016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Andrew Melman

1


From: Judy Scriptunas <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 11:19 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

fvJudy Scriptunas3434 Camp Robin Hood Rd APR 212016Chambersburg, PA 17202


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Judy Scriptunas

1


From: Lionel Ruberg <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 12:39 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Lionel Ruberg1382 Newtown Langhorne RdNewtown, PA 18940 APR 212016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Lionel Riiberg

1


From: Guy Wagner <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 6:39 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Guy Wagner207 Field DrBethlehem, PA 18020

APR 212016April 21, 2016

Independent RegulatoryReview Commission__i

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Guy Wagner

1


From: Elizabeth Bod ri <j-e.bod [email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 6:29 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Elizabeth Bodri2000 terwood rdHuntington valley, PA 19006

April 21, 2016APR 212016

Independent RegulatoryDear IRRC,Review Commission


Sincerely,Elizabeth Bodri

1


From: Jean Nick <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 5:59 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YLS to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

I!C1!llVJean Nick1911 Gallow Hill Rd APR 212016Kintnersvi].le, PA 18930


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Jean Nick

1

FFA. ‘CD M’\TEpLKathy Cooper

From: Audrey Braam <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, Apri’ 21, 2016 7:40 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Audrey Braaiu310 Crown Street u U

Morrisville, PA 19067APR 212016

April 21, 2016Independent Regulatory

Review Commissiofl__

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Audrey Braam

1

hGQED MATERI4LKathy Cooper

From: Maureen Antonini <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, AprU 21, 2016 7:40 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Maureen Antonini521 Street RoadNew Hope, PA 18938

APR 212016April 21, 2016


Dear IRC,


Sincerely,Maureen Antonini

1

VRGCD MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Seth Bakes <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 7:20 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

CllV1Seth Bakes19 West Southampton Ave APR 212016Philadelphia, PA 19118

Independent RegutatoryApril 21, 2016 Review CommiSsiOfl

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Seth Bakes

1

Kathy Cooper EMBARGOED MATERIALFrom: Ron Tragni <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:17 PMTo: tRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Ron Tragni C[BVE700 Lower State Rd, Apt 3A5North Wales, PA 19454-2131 APR 202016April 20, 2016 Independent Regulatory

Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Ron Tragni

1


From: Shannon Pendleton <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:17 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote VS to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Shannon PendletonPOBoxl47Lahaska, PA 18931—0147

j APR 202016April 20, 2016 J Independent Regulatory

Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Shannon Pendleton

1

Kathy Cooper E;c3ARGOED MATERIAL

From: Lorenz Steininger <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:17 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Lorenz Steiningerwaldststafford, VA 22554 APR 202016

April 20, 2016 I;try

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Lorenz Steininger

1

Kathy Cooper EV!ARGOED

From: Diane Zimmerer <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:37 PMTo: tRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Diane Zimmerer1490 Price LaneMt Bethel, PA 18343 APR 202016

April 20, 2016 Independent RegulatoryReview Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Diane Zimmerer

1


From: Steve Troyanovich <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:37 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Steve Troyanovich— -

1 Pelle CourtFlorence, NJ 08518

APR 202016April 20, 2016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Steve Troyanovich

1

EMARGOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Susan PlubeH <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:37 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Susan Plubell9392 Clearfield Curwensville HwyClearfield, PA 16830 APR 202016

April 20, 2016

_____________

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Susan Plubell

1

ppRoFD MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: bob slobodian <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:37 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

bob slobodian3712 windsor drbensalem, PA 19020

APR 202016pril 20, 2016

Independent RegWatoryewCommiss,on

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,bob slobodian

1

Kathy Cooper EMBARGOED MPTERIAL

From: Judith Hendin <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:27 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Judith Hendin-

P.O. Box 1449Easton, PA 18044

APR 2 02016April 20, 2016

Independent Regulatory

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Judith Hendin

1

MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: aleta florio <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, AprI 20, 2016 4:27 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes n both Chapter 78 and 78a

I!CEllVIaleta florio29 elderberry

APR 202016hawley, PA 18428


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,aleta florio

1


From: Susan Deckhart <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, Apr 20, 2016 4:27 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Susan Deckhart

irlA 19030

April 20, 2016 I APR202016

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Susan Deckhart

1

MUU MA1 ALKathy Cooper

From: Bette Hartmayer <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:27 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Bette Hartmayer6 Harriet Lane

ApDarien (milford, PA), CT 06820 R 202016

Independent RegulatApril 20, 2016 Review Commjssj0’

Dear IRRC,


Stop ALL fracking now.

Save our environment. Save the rivers and waters supplies.

TEGARDS<Bette Hàrtmayer

1

EM!3ARGOED MATERALKathy Cooper

From: Ellen Roos-Marr <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:48 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Ellen Roos—Marr fl168 Waynewood Road U U

Lake Ariel, PA 18436APR 202015


Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Ellen Roos—Marr

1

Kathy Cooper 3AR G. 0 ED MATERALFrom: Michael Sullivan <sullivan.michael.r@gmaiLcom>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:48 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Michael Sullivan12443 S. Rosewood St. TCE IPhiladelphia, PA 19145

I APR 202016April 20, 2016

I Independent RegulatOrY

[ ReveW CommSSIOfl

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Michael Sullivan

1


From: Gerard Rohif <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:48 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Gerard RohlfED D503 Greendale Ave

Pittsburgh, PA 15218-1333APR 202016


Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Gerard Rohif

1

iCOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: bill kellner <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:47 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

bill keliner8795 interchange rd

APR 20lehighton, PA 18235 2016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,bill kellner

1

Kathy Cooper IIATPP’ A I

From: Jeanne Walton <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:47 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Jeanne WaltonP0 box 28UBE, PA 18972

APR 2 02016April 20, 2016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Jeanne Walton

1

Kathy Cooper GOFfl MATP’

From: Sergei takimenko <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:47 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Sergei lakimenko

________________

1041 Hemlock DrBlue Bell, PA 19422

APR 2 02016April 20, 2016

Independent Regulatory— Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Sergei lakimenko

1

Kathy Cooper

From: Michael Sauers <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:47 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Michael Sauers

_________________

1250 Station St.Iehighton, PA 18235

April 20, 2016APR 202016


Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Michael Sauers

1

Kathy Cooper E3AFGOED MATERIALFrom: Walter Goodman <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 8:50 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

1C1llV1t1Walter Goodman I2194 Valley Hill Road 1 APR 212016Malvern, PA 19355 I

[ldePendent RegulatoryApril 21, 2016 Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Walter Goodman

1

Kathy CooperEMBARGOED MATERIAL

From: Heather Nelson <hegoodman@gmaiLcom>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 8:50 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Please vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Heather Nelson371 Levengood Rd.Douglassville, PA 19518

APR 212016April 21, 2016


Dear IRRC,

Please vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78(“unconventional” wells such as shale gas wells) and 78a (“conventional”gas wells which have destructive impacts and are mostly frac]ced as well)and not to cave in to these special interest corporations and theirshills. People are suffering where drilling is occurring and IRRC must actto protect them and the environment.

Sincerely,Heather Nelson

1

KathyCooper EM’:ARG:OF MAWFrom: Ann F. Rhoads <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 8:40 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Ann F. Rhoads

Doylestown,PA 189 01 IiApril 21, 2016 APR 212016 J

Indepenje) Regulato, ILcYIewComjssn

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Ann F. Rhoads

1

EMFAR(3fl 1D M4TEPA’Kathy Cooper

From: Linda and Aodan Peacock <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 9:00 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Peacock

Solebury, PA 18963 / APR 212016April 21, 2016

independer RegulatoryL.Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Sincerely,Linda and Aodan Peacock

1

Stephen Hoffman

From: Bob Holliday <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: PLEASE Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Bob Holliday

Chadds Ford, PA 19317EMBARGOED MATERIAL

April 20, 2016

Dear IRRC,

The world is telling us, and nonpolitical religious and private sector leaders are telling us, that we HAVE TO STOP thelevel of wanton destruction of nature and, inherently in the process, destruction of ourselves, of what it means to be ahuman being.

PLEASE Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 (“unconventional” wells such as shale gas wells) and 78a(“conventional” gas wells which have destructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well) and not to cave in to thesespecial interest corporations and their shills. People are suffering where drilling is occurring and IRRC must act to protectthem and the environment.

Sincerely,Bob Holliday

APR 212016

Independent Regulatory— Review Commission

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Stephen Hoffman EMEARGOED MATERALFrom: [email protected]: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:29 PMTo: JRRCSubject: More Public Comments Concerning Chapter 78 RegulationsAttachments: IRRC letters - 53 count.pdf

To whom it may concern:

Attached you will find another 53 hand written letters from Clean Water Action members in Pittsburgh. Constituents areasking you to support the swift adoption and implementation of oil and gas regulations for both conventional andunconventional drilling operations.

Citizens are raising their voices and taking time out of their days to write to you -- please protect their drinking water fromdrilling contamination.

Regards,

Maggie BrooksField Canvass DirectorClean Water Action Pittsburgh100 Fifth Avenue, suite 1108Pittsburgh, PA 15222(412)765-3053 ext 209

APR 212016


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EMBARGOED MATERIAL


For too long, oil and gas operators in Pennsylvania haveconducted their activities under outdated regulations and withvirtual impunity—factors that have helped spur ever-growingimpacts on water, air, and health.

The final draft Chapter 78 and 78a regulations from theDepartment of Environmental Protection (DEP) represent asignificant step forward in aligning the state’s oil and gasregulations with new technologies and modern-day practices.Today, both conventional and unconventional operations relyon hydraulic fracturing (fracking), use toxic chemicals andlarge volumes of water, disturb land, and generate pollutingwaste.

Both Chapter 78 and Chapter 78a are the result of over threeyears of public hearings, comment periods, and revisions—during which legislators and the industry had ample time toweigh in. It’s outrageous that they’re now trying to derail theentire process. Failure to adopt these regulations will allowcountless environmental problems to remain unchecked andincrease the health and financial burdens borne by the public.

Please help Pennsylvania improve environmental protectionsand industry accountability by voting YES to regulations forboth conventional and unconventional operators.

Thank you.

Sincerely, IEC[llV11APR 21 2015

Independent RegulatoryRviw Commission

Stephen Hoffman

From: Elaine Holleran <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 2]., 2016 6:50 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Reach out to your Pennsylvania colleagues--urgent!

Elaine Holleran

MercervWe, NJ 08619 EMBARGOED MATERIAL

April 21, 2016

Dear IRRC,

While I live in New Jersey, my drinking water comes from the Delaware River which borders both New Jersey ANDPennsylvania. The decisions being made across the river will have an important impact on the quality of this drinkingwater. Gas drilling is HIGHLY polluting for both the air and WATER.

I ask you as my representatives to reach out to your Pennsylvania colleagues and urge them to approve these safetyregulations to protect ALL of us.

Please urge them to vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 (“unconventional” wells such as shale gaswells) and 78a (“conventional” gas wells which have destructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well) and not to cavein to these special interest corporations and their shills. People are suffering where drilling is occurring and IRRC mustact to protect them and the environment--both Pennsylvania’s and New Jersey’s drinking water.

Sincerely,Elaine Holleran and Bill White

APR 2 1 2016

Independent RegulatoryReukw CommIssion

Stephen Hoffman

From: [email protected]: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:57 PMTo: IRRCCc: Steven HvozdovichSubject: Chapter 78 Public CommentsAttachments: IRRC 81-92.pdf; IRRC 60-80.pdf; IRRC 40-59.pdf; IRRC 20-39.pdf; IRRC 1-19.pdf

Dears Sirs,

Please find attached 5 attachments containing 92 scanned letter to the RRC on Chapter 78 oil and gasregulations. These were gathered by Field Organizers in the Philadelphia Office of Clean Water Action and urge thetRRC to approve Chapter 78 rules. We ask that you please read and respond to these letters and to remember themwhen you meet tomorrow. Please also respond to this email affirming that you have received the attached comments.

Sincerely,

Cord BriggsEMBARGOED MATERIAL

Staff and Outreach DirectorClean Water Action Philadelphiacbriggs(cleanwater.orq215-545-02501315 Walnut St Suite 1650Philadelphia, PA 19107cleanwateraction .org

This message (including any attachments) is intended only for the use of the person(s) to whom it is addressed, and maycontain information that is privileged, confidential, and exempt from disclosure under applicable law. If you receive thismessage in error, please notify me immediately by email, telephone, or fax, and delete the original message from yourrecords. Thank you.

I APR212015 I

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From: IrrchelpSent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:32 AMTo: IRRCSubject: FW: April 21, 2016 Public Hearing - Conventional Oil & Gas Industry

From: [email protected] [mailto:Cakogrn@aoLcom]Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 12:14 AMTo: IrrchelpSubject: April 21, 2016 Public Hearing - Conventional Oil & Gas Industry

Dear IRRC Members,

As an owner of several tracts of land in fee and in some cases only the oil and gas rights, I am veryconcerned that the state regulations will interfere with the drilling and development of my lands.

The cost of over-regulation for the conventional oil and gas industry may result in the lessor sharingthe cost of these regulations to encourage the lessee to drill wells that are uneconomical or not worththe business risk if water replacement, plugging abandoned or orphaned wells and other costlyregulations jeopardize the lessees return on investment. The lessor’s cost sharing maybe throughreduced rental, bonuses, royalty income and other contractual conditions. In order to legally reduceroyalty income the lessor may assign part of the royalty to the lessee so that the lessor/lesseeare not out of compliance with the minimum royalty act. As a result of these overreachingregulations some properties will be more favorable to drill than others. Lessors may find that thestate regulations undermine their ability to negotiate a lease that is financially worthwhile for both thelessee and lessor. The unknown cost and delay of working with property owners to locate orphanedand abandoned wells in designated areas of review may cause lessees to abandon drilling plans,especially if a new well cannot be completed in the designated formations unless the lessee incursthe cost of plugging an abandoned and orphaned well. In addition, the state is giving surface ownersrights that may conflict with language in deeds, leases and other agreements where the oil and gas issevered from the surface. How will the state regulators compensate the lessors for loss of revenuesand property rights?

As a tax payer, the state has no right to expect property owners to allow companies to enter privatelands to look for orphaned and abandoned wells. With the downturn in drilling the state shouldeliminate jobs and use the monies to plug abandoned and orphan wells or use the state workers tolocate wells. Damaged water supplies should not be replaced at a higher quality than what existedprior to the time the damage occurred, because it is costly and will discourage drilling wells onproperties that are not close to a public water source.

The state focused on the environment and failed to use common sense on the costs and the need forregulatory change in order to protect small businesses and lessors from economic loss. We wouldhave more rights if we were an endangered species.

Cathy A. Kirsch1205 Airedale Dr.Bethel Park, PA 15102(412) 835-2098

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:MEARGoED MATERALKathy Cooper

From: Nadia Steinzor <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:01 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Comment: Environmental Protection Performance Standards at Oil and Gas Well Sites #

7-484 (IRRC# 3042)Attachments: Ch 78&78a EarthworksComments IRRC 4-20-16.pdf

Attached and pasted below, please find a comment letter submitted on behalf of Earthworks Oil & GasAccountability Project.

Thank you,Nadia Steinzor

EARTHWORKS: Protecting Communities and the Environment

Nadia SteinzorEastern Program Coordinator, Oil & Gas Accountability Project202-887-1872, ext. 109nsteinzorearthworksaction.orgskype: nadia.steinzor-ewa C?twitter: @earthworks [ECEV[**************** APR 202016

April 20, 2016 Independent Regulatory._Review Commission

Independent Regulatory Review Commission

333 Market Street

Harrisburg, PA 17101

Re: Regulation #7-484, Environmental Protection Performance Standards at OiL and Gas Well sites.

Dear Independent Regulatory Review Commission members:

Thank you for the opportunity to submit comments on the final draft regulations for oil and gas surface activities(amendments to 25 Pa. Code Chapter 78 and Chapter 78a, Subchapter C).

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Earthworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting communities and the environment from the impacts ofmineral and energy development while seeking sustainable solutions. For more than 25 years, we’ve worked to advancepolicy reforms, safeguard land and public health, and improve corporate practices. Our Oil & Gas Accountability Projectworks with communities, organizations, agencies, and elected officials to advance these goals nationwide, includingin Pennsylvania.

Since the summer of 2013, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has been revising standards foroil and gas well sites. This long and transparent process has included:

Twelve public hearings and nearly 30,000 comments.Two distinct sets of regulations for conventional operations and unconventional operations.Meetings and affirmative votes by the Technical Advisory Board (TAB), Conventional Oil and

Gas Advisory Committee (COGAC), and the Environmental Quality Board.In just the last week, submission of over 3000 comments by the public to IRRC in favor of the

rules.

IRRC’s decision clearly follows this long path of comprehensive review and vetting of the proposed regulations.The public, industry, and legislators have had ample time and opportunity to weigh in. The two sets ofregulations are properly promulgated and legally sound. Given all this, continued efforts to delay Chapter 78and 78a are nothing less than an attempt to circumvent Pennsylvania’s policy and regulatory system andundermine DEP’s statutory authority.

As with all types of policymaking, in the end not everyone gets everything that they want. To make progress,compromise is sometimes necessary. From our perspective, both Chapter 78 and 78a omit critical protections,in particular with regard to waste management, noise control, and setbacks from homes and schools. We willcontinue to work to achieve these protections.

Nonetheless, Earthworks believes that the regulations before you today are a critical step forward and must beadopted. They align Pennsylvania’s regulatory framework with current oil and gas operations and technologies,which have changed dramatically in the last several years. They address in significant ways problems of wasteproduction, drilling near schools and playgrounds, spills of polluting substances, and identification ofabandoned wells.

All of these problems exist with both conventional and unconventional operations, which often differ only as amatter of scale. Consider that:

Both conventional and unconventional wells are stimulated using hydraulic fracturing, rely ontoxic chemicals, disturb land, and generate waste.

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• Between 2009-2014, unconventional operators drilled about 8300 wells, while conventionaloperators drilled over 7800.

• In 2014, conventional operations accounted for over three-quarters of violations issued byDEP.

• Between 2008-2014, 60% of the investigations conducted by DEP on the migration of methaneinto drinking water supplies involved conventional operations .11]

• Chapter 78 allows conventional operators to conduct practices that are prohibited underChapter 78a for unconventional operators. Some of these can have severe environmentalimpacts, such as storage of polluting waste in open pits and use of large volumes of water withouta water management plan.

We recognize the fact that in the midst of the Marcellus Shale boom, conventional operators have seen theirproportion of oil and gas production decline. However, this is certainly not the result of overly onerousregulations—regulations that haven’t been comprehensively updated in decades. Regulatory oversight issimply part of doing business. It’s what operators sign onto when they receive permits from DEP.

After such a long time, the adoption of both sets of regulations is necessary to lessen further pollution and thehealth impacts suffered by residents across the Commonwealth. Please vote yes and advance Chapter 78 and78a.

Thank you for your time and attention.

Sincerely,

Nadia Steinzor

Eastern Program Coordinator, Earthworks’ Oil & Gas Accountability Project

P0 Box 149

Willow, NY 12495

nsteinzorearthworksaction.orq

202-887-1872, ext. 109

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April 20, 2016

Independent Regulatory Review Commission333 Market StreetHarrisburg, PA 17101

Re: Regulation #7-484, Environmental Protection Performance Standards at Oil and Gas Well sites.

Dear Independent Regulatory Review Commission members:

Thank you for the opportunity to submit comments on the final draft regulations for oil and gassurface activities (amendments to 25 Pa. Code Chapter 78 and Chapter 78a, Subchapter C].

Earthworks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting communities and the environmentfrom the impacts of mineral and energy development while seeking sustainable solutions. For morethan 25 years, we’ve worked to advance policy reforms, safeguard land and public health, andimprove corporate practices. Our Oil & Gas Accountability Project works with communities,organizations, agencies, and elected officials to advance these goals nationwide, including inPennsylvania.

Since the summer of 2013, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has been revisingstandards for oil and gas well sites. This long and transparent process has included:

• Twelve public hearings and nearly 30,000 comments.• Two distinct sets of regulations for conventional operations and unconventional operations.• Meetings and affirmative votes by the Technical Advisory Board (TAB), Conventional Oil and

Gas Advisory Committee (COGAC), and the Environmental Quality Board.• In just the last week, submission of over 3000 comments by the public to IRRC in favor of the

rules.

IRRC’s decision clearly follows this long path of comprehensive review and vetting of the proposedregulations. The public, industry, and legislators have had ample time and opportunity to weigh in.The tvo sets of regulations are properly promulgated and legally sound. Given all this, continuedefforts to delay Chapter 78 and 78a are nothing less than an attempt to circumvent Pennsylvania’spolicy and regulatory system and undermine DEP’s statutory authority.

As with all types of policymaking, in the end not everyone gets everything that they want. To makeprogress, compromise is sometimes necessary. From our perspective, both Chapter 78 and 78aomit critical protections, in particular with regard to waste management, noise control, andsetbacks from homes and schools. We will continue to work to achieve these protections.

Nonetheless, Earthworks believes that the regulations before you today are a critical step forwardand must be adopted. They align Pennsylvania’s regulatory framework with current oil and gasoperations and technologies, which have changed dramatically in the last several years. Theyaddress in significant ways problems of waste production, drilling near schools and playgrounds,spills of polluting substances, and identification of abandoned wells.

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1612K ST. NW. / SUITE 808/ WASHINGTON, DC 20006/P 202 887 1872 / F 202 887 1875? WWW.EARTHWORKSACTION.ORG

All of these problems exist with both conventional and unconventional operations, which oftendiffer only as a matter of scale. Consider that:

• Both conventional and unconventional wells are stimulated using hydraulic fracturing, rely ontoxic chemicals, disturb land, and generate waste.

• Between 2009-2014, unconventional operators drilled about 8300 wells, while conventionaloperators drilled over 7800.

• In 2014, conventional operations accounted for over three-quarters of violations issued by DEP.• Between 2008-2014,60% of the investigations conducted by DEP on the migration of methane

into drinking water supplies involved conventional operations.1• Chapter 78 allows conventional operators to conduct practices that are prohibited under

Chapter 78a for unconventional operators. Some of these can have severe environmentalimpacts, such as storage of polluting waste in open pits and use of large volumes of waterwithout a water management plan.

We recognize the fact that in the midst of the Marcellus Shale boom, conventional operators haveseen their proportion of oil and gas production decline. However, this is certainly not the result ofoverly onerous regulations—regulations that haven’t been comprehensively updated in decades.Regulatory oversight is simply part of doing business. It’s what operators sign onto when theyreceive permits from DEP.

After such a long time, the adoption of both sets of regulations is necessary to lessen furtherpollution and the health impacts suffered by residents across the Commonwealth. flease vote yesand advance Chapter 78 and 78a.

Thank you for your time and attention.

Sincerely,

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Nadia SteinzorEastern Program Coordinator, Earthworks’ Oil & Gas Accountability ProjectP0 Box 149Willow, NY [email protected], ext. 109

1 All figures based on data from the PA Department of Environmental Protection 2014 Annual Oil and Gas Report.

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EMBARGOED MATERiALKathy Cooper

From: Diane Selvaggio <[email protected]>Sent: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 10:54 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Support Ch. 78 oil and gas drilling rules

Please support proposed oil & gas drilling rules known as “Chapter 78.” Weknow sensible safeguards are necessary because not all drilling companiesmaintain the highest standards.Those in Chapter 78 have been five years in coming - and they are criticalto protecting Pennsylvanians’ health and our environment from the risks ofdrilling. One of the more important aspects is the commonly used open—airwaste pit, which has proven to be quite hazardous.Please support and finalize these rules for the sake of all Pennsylvanians- our air, water, land, public health, and our future.

Diane Selvaggio5096 Hardt RoadGibsonia, PA 15044

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EMBARGQED MATERIALCheryl Yohn

From: [email protected]: Tuesday, April 19, 2016 2:54 PMTo: IrrchelpSubject: April 21, 2016 Public Hearing - Conventional Oil & Gas Industry

Dear IRRC Members,

As an owner of several tracts of land in fee and in some cases only the oil and gas rights. I am veryconcerned that the state regulations will interfere with the drilling and development of my lands.

The cost of over-regulation for the conventional oil and gas industry may result in the propertyowners/oil and gas owners sharing the cost of these regulations if the lessor wants a well and it isuneconomical or not worth the business risk for a lessee to drill with the threat of water replacementand plugging abandoned or orphaned wells through reduced lessor’s rental, bonuses, royalty incomeand other contractual conditions. As a result, these regulations and other regulations will also rendersome properties more favorable to drill than others. Property owners may find that the stateregulations undermine their ability to negotiate a lease that is financially worthwhile for both thelessee and lessor. The unknown cost and delay of working with property owners on orphaned andabandoned wells in designated areas of review from conventional wells that are proposed to befracked and not part of the Operator’s cost estimate may cause lessees to abandon drilling plans.The state is giving surface owners rights that may conflict with language in deeds, leases and otheragreements where the oil and gas is severed from the surface. How will the state regulatorscompensate the lessors for loss of revenues and property rights?

As a tax payer, the state has no right to expect property owners to allow companies to enter privatelands to look for orphaned and abandoned wells. With the downturn in drilling the state shouldeliminate jobs and use the monies to plug abandoned and orphan wells or use the state workers tolocate wells. Damaged water supplies should not be replaced at a higher quality than what existedprior to the time the damage occurred, because it is costly and will discourage drilling wells that donot have a convenient public water source.


Cathy A. Kirsch1205 Airedale Dr.Bethel Park, PA 15102(412) 835-2098Email: cakoqm(aol.com

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Kathy Cooper

From: Robert Lester <wwwark@aoLcom>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

llGreenbriar RdLevittown, PA 19057 J /PR 212016 IApril 20, 2016

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Dear IRRC,


Enough is enough. As an individual that uses PA water resources forrecration I have seen the decline in fish over the last few years do toout of control fracking. CLEAN water is a resouce we cannot do without!

Sincerely,Robert Lester

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EMBARGr

Kathy Cooper

From: Karen Ambrogi <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 5:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Karen brogi DP.O. Box 655DanviJ.le, CA 94526 AP;? 2!?O1S

April 20, 2016 Independent Reguiatory

Dear IRRC,


I lived in the Delaware River Valley for 27 years and my heart is stillthere. Please consider the best interests of the people, the land, theenvironment, and the legacy we leave to future generations by voting toapprove the changes that add enforceable (protection) regulations andplace the burden of clean up where it belongs.

Sincerely,Karen xnbrogi

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Mr3ARGQFD MATERALKathy Cooper

From: Sheila Gallagher <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 6:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Sheila Gallagher2805 N. Delaware Dr.Easton, PA 18040 APR 212016April 20, 2016 Independent Regu’atOry

Review Commissiofl

Dear IRRC,


I have personally attended the meetings in Harrisburg this year andbelieve that everyone there worked extremely hard to come up with fair &just regulations. It is important to not allow the special interests toderail all of the work put into this in order to increase their profits,at all costs to the citizens of this state. We deserve to have thisindustry regulated to the fullest extent possible until we are fullysupported by renewable energy.

Sincerely,Sheila Gallagher

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EME3ATGOED MATER!ALKathy Cooper

From: Ron&d Tokarchik <rontoksr@gmailcom>Sent: Wednesday, Apri’ 20, 2016 7:28 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Ronald Tokarchik216 Election House RdButler, PA 16001—8563 APR 212016


Dear IRRC,


All over the USA people are fighting against fracking. The frackers areturning our local and state governments into puppets for their ownamusement and profits disregarding peopl&s rights . There must be astoppage to fracking before the people uprise and turn violant . Thepeople whose lives are directly affected ‘- acking sites are fed up withthe disregard to human and animal eral government must stopthis willful destruction of hu”- i.ty . The environment andlife as we fought for is be e frackers who are onlyout for money damn the peop the frackers motto isthere’s a sucker born every i

The handicapped ,diseased, di cally compromised ,andcrippled children need your he. ..,u% service connected disabledveteran who along with these ot d your help to stay alive in thisdestructive state ,a state that j..lows the drilling companies to doanything they want even if they destroy everything without penalty. Comedown here talk to the diseased people or do as every government officialwho’s paid off and allow drilling anywhere as long as it’s not by theirhouse or schools . Please save your people . I fought in a war to protectmy country . Will you protect your country and people ( . Who can’ t protectthemselves )

Sincerely,Ronald Tokarchik

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‘RGOEDKathy Cooper

From: Bob Holliday <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 8:18 PMTo: IRRCSubject: PLEASE Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Bob Holliday515 Webb RoadChadds Ford, PA 19317

APR 21 zoiApril 20, 2016


Dear IRRC,

The world is telling us, and nonpolitical religious and private sectorleaders are telling us, that we HAVE TO STOP the level of wantondestruction of nature and, inherently in the process, destruction ofourselves, of what it means to be a human being.

PLEASE Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78(“unconventional” wells such as shale gas wells) and 78a (“conventional”gas wells which have destructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well)and not to cave in to these special interest corporations and theirshills. People are suffering where drilling is occurring and IRRC must actto protect them and the environment.

Sincerely,Bob Holliday

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From: Etta Aibright <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 10:39 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Etta Albright429 Powell Avenue APR 212016Cresson, PA 16630-1312

Independent ReguIatoReview CommissionApril 20, 2016

Dear IRRC,

Given the damaging harm already done and yet to be realized from theDemocrats turning Pennsylvania over to the gas drillers, the least you cando now is to stand up for Pennsylvania now.


Sincerely,Etta Albright

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EM8ARGOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: John W. Parana <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 12:29 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

John W. Parana323 Mill StreetJohnsonburg, PA 15845 APR 212016

April 21 2016 Independent RegulatoryReview Commission

Dear IRRC,

Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 (“unconventional” wellssuch as shale gas wells) and 78a (“conventional” gas wells which havedestructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well) and not to cave in tothese special interest corporations and their shills. People are sufferingwhere drilling is occurring and IRRC must act to protect them and theenvironment. There are around 200,000 abandoned conventional oil and gaswells throughout Pennsylvania that we have inherited from the oil and gasindustry that are polluting Pennsylvania. Politicians that are heavilyfunded by the oil and gas industry should abstain themselves from any ofvotes concerning this industry.

Sincerely,John W. Parana

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KathyCooper MATEk’AL

From: Elaine Holleran <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 6:50 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Reach out to your Pennsylvania colleagues--urgent!

Elaine Holleran28 Sherwood DriveMercerville, NJ 08619 PR 212016

April 21, 2016 IndepedentRe

Dear IRRC,

While I live in New Jersey, my drinking water comes from the DelawareRiver which borders both New Jersey ND Pennsylvania. The decisions beingmade across the river will have an important impac on the quality of thisdrinking water. Gas drilling is HIGHLY pollut r both the air andWATER.

I ask you as my representatives to ‘nnsylvaniacolleagues and urge them to appro \\U \N ions to protectALL of us. \\‘‘

Please urge them to vote YES to appr i both Chapter 78(“unconventional” wells such as shale nd 78a (“conventional”gas wells which have destructive impac re mostly fracked as well)and not to cave in to these special mt .st corporations and theirshills. People are suffering where drilling is occurring and IRRC must actto protect them and the environment——both Pennsylvania’s and New Jersey’sdrinking water.

Sincerely,Elaine Holleran and Bill White

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EMARC,Q MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Heather Bernhardt <[email protected]>Sent: Thursday, April 21, 2016 8:40 AMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Heather Bernhardt

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9 Sunnybrook DrDoylestown, PA 18901

APR 212016April 21, 2016


Dear IRRC,

I’m tired of seeing this once beautiful state now at the top of the listof MOST POLLUTED STATES, just after Ohio. . .aren’t you? Very sad. We needto do more to protect our water, air, and soil.. .not less. We count on ourlegislators to be upstanding and protect the contmonwealth from those thatwould exploit it for their own benefit at the expense of PA residents’present and future health and safety.

Fracking has been a part of making our state much more polluted anddirectly exposing our residents to polluted air and water and soil. Thegas-drilling industry spin it differently, but if you do your homework,you won’t fall for their self-interested marketing. The pollutedenvironment and toxic wells tell the real story. There are few areas ofthe state now that remain untouched by the effects of fracking or thethreat of fracking nearby. Pennsylvania and its residents deserve betterthan to become a polluted cesspool at the top of the most-polluted lists.


Sincerely,Heather Bernhardt

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EMEARGOED MATERIALKathy Cooper

From: Jim Vogt <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 4:47 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Jim Vogt 1CEllVi!4296 Upper Smith Gap RdSaylorsburg, PA 18353 APR 202016


Dear IRRC,

Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 (“unconventional” wellssuch as shale gas wells) and 78a (“conventional” gas wells which havedestructive impacts and are mostly fracked as well) and not to cave in tothese special interest corporations and their shills. People are sufferingwhere drilling is occurring and IPRC must act to protect them and theenvironment.Fossil fuel industries should have very stringent regulations on all oftheir activities as well as an extraction tax— Pennsylvania is the ONLYstate that has no such tax. The resources we have in this state are notgoing anywhere- if there is to be extraction, industry Must be heldaccountable for any degradation, and be taxed as well. That would help ourpublic education issue.

Sincerely,Jim Vogt

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EM3ARGOED MATERA.LKathy Cooper

From: Elizabeth Balogh <[email protected]>Sent: Wednesday, AprU 20, 2016 4:48 PMTo: IRRCSubject: Vote YES to approve the changes in both Chapter 78 and 78a

Elizabeth BaloghP0 box 42Rlegelsville, PA 18077

APR 202016April 20, 2016 Independent Regulatory

Review Commission

Dear IRRC,


Many of us believe that these rules don!t go far enough in the breadth ofprotection that is truly needed. You must know, that studies come outevery day that back up what we all know is true. Fracking hurts peopleshealth and the environment in ways that previously weren’t even fathomed.Voting yes would be a gesture to your constituents that their health andwell being matters and that you are still willing to defend the interestsof those constituents.

Sincerely,Elizabeth Balogh

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ADear Commissioners of IRRC. 4vED MATERIALWe are pleased to present you with this petition affirming this statement:

“I am writing to urge you to support proposed oil & gas drilling rules known as “Chapter 78.” Thesemuch-needed safeguards are five years in the making, and are critical to protecting Pennsylvanians’health and environment from the risks of drilling, including hazardous open-air waste pits.”

Attached is a list of individuals who have added their names to this petition, as well as additional commentswritten by the petition signers themselves.

Sincerely,Adam Garber

APR 202016

RegulatoryReview Commission

MoveOn.org

Patrick ArndtLancaster, PA 17603Apr 20, 2016

Michael BourgPhiladelphia, PA 19134Apr 19, 2016

Henry F. Ham IIIHarrisburg, PA 17110Apr 19, 2016

KatherineWest Wyoming, PA 18644Apr 19, 2016

Kenneth BickelPittsburgh, PA 15227Apr 19, 2016

Denise BonkPhiladelphia, PA 19134Apr 18, 2016

Robert OzmunNew Castle. PA 16101Apr 18, 2016

Nicola NicolaiChester Springs, PA 19425Apr 18, 2016

Linda KohnPhoenixville, PA 19460Apr 18, 2016

barry weissPhiladelphia, PA 19116Apr 18, 2016

Mary KiplingVenetia, PA 15367Apr 18, 2016

Eileen PeruginoDrexel Hill, PA 19026Apr 18, 2016

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Vito PeruginoDrexel Hill, PA 19026Apr 18, 2016

Barbara BloomSpringfield, PA 19118Apr 18, 2016

JulianLewisburg, PA 17837Apr 18, 2016

Sara EdwardsLancaster, PA 17601Apr 18, 2016

Marilyn TjadenOttsville, PA 18942Apr 18, 2016

Pamela HemphillWatsontown, PA 17777Apr 18, 2016

jackson zimmermanYardley, PA 19067Apr 18, 2016

Peter MeyerNew Hope, PA 18938-2246Apr 18, 2016

Eddie SundraMedia, PA 19063Apr 18, 2016

Deb MartinAllentown, PA 18106Apr 18, 2016

Leighta JohnsonOrefield, PA 18069Apr 18, 2016

cheryl whittakerkennett square, PA 19348-1325Apr 18, 2016

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Alice StehleButler, PA 16001Apr 18, 2016

Julie WardPhiladelphia, PA 19138Apr 18, 2016

Jude Rene MontarsiLock Haven, PA 17745Apr 18, 2016

Raymond GrayEaston, PA 18042Apr 18, 2016

Esther EstesMerion Station, PA 19066Apr 18, 2016

We must start watching carefully how much damage drilling which I’m not totally against can do. Look atOklahoma which is more vulnerable to earthquakes now than California.

Harry PrentissSunbury, PA 17801Apr 18, 2016

Lisa GeyerBainbridge, PA 17502Apr 18, 2016

VickiTamaqua, PA 18252Apr 18, 2016

Galen HiltbrandPhiladelphia, PA 19103Apr 18, 2016

Michael RolesPhiladelphia, PA 19143Apr 18, 2016

Zoe Cina-SkiarPhiladelphia, PA 19104Apr 18, 2016

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Alaina GercakPhiladelphia, PA 19146Apr 18, 2016

Adam GarberPhiladelphia, PA 19148Apr 18. 2016

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From: IrrchelpSent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 7:32 AMTo: IRRCSubject: FW: April 21, 2016 Public Hearing - Conventional Oil & Gas Industry

From: [email protected] [mailto:Cakogm©aol.com]Sent: Wednesday, April 20, 2016 12:14 AMTo: IrrchelpSubject: April 21, 2016 Public Hearing - Conventional Oil & Gas Industry

Dear IRRC Members,

As an owner of several tracts of land in fee arid in some cases only the oil and gas rights, I am veryconcerned that the state regulations will interfere with the drilling and development of my lands.

The cost of over-regulation for the conventional oil and gas industry may result in the lessor sharingthe cost of these regulations to encourage the lessee to drill wells that are uneconomical or not worththe business risk if water replacement, plugging abandoned or orphaned wells and other costlyregulations jeopardize the lessees return on investment. The lessor’s cost sharing maybe throughreduced rental, bonuses, royalty income and other contractual conditions. In order to legally reduceroyalty income the lessor may assign part of the royalty to the lessee so that the lessor/lesseeare not out of compliance with the minimum royalty act. As a result of these overreachingregulations some properties will be more favorable to drill than others. Lessors may find that thestate regulations undermine their ability to negotiate a lease that is financially worthwhile for both thelessee and lessor. The unknown cost and delay of working with property owners to locate orphanedand abandoned wells in designated areas of review may cause lessees to abandon drilling plans,especially if a new well cannot be completed in the designated formations unless the lessee incursthe cost of plugging an abandoned and orphaned well. In addition, the state is giving surface ownersrights that may conflict with language in deeds, leases and other agreements where the oil and gas issevered from the surface. How will the state regulators compensate the lessors for loss of revenuesand property rights?

As a tax payer, the state has no right to expect property owners to allow companies to enter privatelands to look for orphaned and abandoned wells. With the downturn in drilling the state shouldeliminate jobs and use the monies to plug abandoned and orphan wells or use the state workers tolocate wells. Damaged water supplies should not be replaced at a higher quality than what existedprior to the time the damage occurred, because it is costly and will discourage drilling wells onproperties that are not close to a public water source.


Cathy A. Kirsch1205 Airedale Dr.Bethel Park, PA 15102(412) 835-2098

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