Community To Discuss Marcellus Shale Development

Penn State Cooperative Extension will host a workshop, “Financial Considerations Relating to Marcellus Development in Pennsylvania” from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 24, 2011 at the Lares Building, Penn State Abington Campus, 1600 Woodland Ave., Abington, PA, 19001.  

Speakers will include financial management, legal and CPA experts who will discuss the strategies for financial planning.  

Topics will include the Marcellus market overview, financial tax arrangements to optimize retained income, and estate and investment planning.

Participants will have a greater understanding of the financial issues and planning necessary following the drilling of a gas well.  

Financial service providers will be available before, during and after the program to provide additional information.

The program is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be legal advice.

Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. For special accommodations, call Andrew Frankenfield at 610-489-4315.

The program is open to the public.

Call the Montgomery County Extension Office at 610-489-4315 to register.