League of Women Voters discusses risks of oil and gas development

From staff reports

Next Wednesday, April 2, the League of Women Voters of Leelanau County will host a public forum at noon at the Leelanau County Government Center to discuss the risks of oil and gas development in Michigan and potential solutions. Dr. Christopher Grobbel of Grobbel Environmental and Planning Associates will address the following topics:

• What should we know about hydraulic fracturing and how do we find out about development plans in our area?

• Protecting the public trust in Michigan’s water.

• If spills happen, what can be done about them?

• What tools are available to citizens to protect our water, land and air from the impacts of oil and gas development?

• Local government initiatives to regulate oil and gas operations.

For more information call 231-271-6273 or visit LWVLeelanau.org.