Elizabeth Twp. votes down motion for oil and gas review

By Mon Valley Independent

By Jose Negron

jnegron@yourmvi.com

The Elizabeth Township Board of Commissioners rejected a motion Monday to refer proposed amendments to the township’s oil and gas ordinance to both the township planning commission and Allegheny County planning commission for review and comment.

The motion failed by a 4-3 vote.

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