2011 Wales Ordinance 3 Prohibiting the Extraction of Natural Gas and Oil
Type
Ordinance or Resolution
Year
2011
Level
City or Town
State(s)
New York
Policy Areas
Environment & Natural Resources, Health, Public Safety
This local law bans individuals and corporations from engaging in the extraction of natural gas or oil through the processes of hydraulic fracturing or horizontal gas well drilling within the Town of Wales. Hydraulic fracturing and horizontal gas well drilling endangers the health, safety, and welfare of residents and contaminates Wales' water supply.