REMINDER: The Independent Oil & Gas Association of New York to Host Public Information Forum

• by Independent Oil and Gas Association of New York

LAKE VIEW, NY (06/23/2009)(readMedia)-- The Independent Oil & Gas Association of New York (IOGA of NY) will host a public information forum to present facts and updates regarding natural gas exploration in New York State.

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, June 25

Ernie Davis Middle School Auditorium

610 Lake Street

Elmira, NY

Industry professionals will provide details on the history of natural gas production in New York, land leasing, the drilling process, and then participate in a question-and-answer session.

"The responsible men and women who work in New York's oil and gas industry fully understand residents' concerns regarding a possible new wave of natural gas exploration in the Marcellus Shale," said Brad Gill, Executive Director of IOGA of NY. "While natural gas exploration has been conducted safely in New York for decades, the public has been exposed to misinformation. We hope through a series of forums we can provide some clarity in that regard."

"Today, with advances in technology, it is possible to maintain our quality of life by producing clean-burning natural gas - without compromising our natural resources," said Gill. "At a time of financial hardship, we have the chance to provide an energy resource not only for our state, but nationwide - this is something New York should not miss out on."

For additional information on natural gas exploration, as well as an up-to-date listing of the association's public meeting schedule, please visit IOGA of NY's informational web blog: www.marcellusfacts.com.

IOGA of NY is a trade association founded in 1980 to protect, foster and advance the common interests of oil and gas producers, professionals and related industries in the State of New York. IOGA-NY takes great pride in its commitment to members and their local communities.

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