Marcellus Shale's Impact

The Joint Finance Subcommittee B met during the August Interims and discussed the impact that Marcellus Shale is having on local economies.

Ms. Patti Hamilton addressed the committee and stated that one of the impacts that is taking place is that local governments are losing out on tax dollars due to current language in the State Code regarding the Hotel/Motel Tax which prevents the collection of the tax for individuals that stay in Hotels/Motels longer than 30 days.

Mayor Barbara Metcalfe of Pleasant Valley will address the subcommittee during the September Interim Meetings to provide an in-depth view from the city perspective.