Gas Leases

Many land owners in the Riverbend area have received letters concerning Gas Leases. Also, there have been significant discoveries of gas as well as coal in the area (see past postings for news links). Local papers have had advertisements concerning meetings to discuss the complexities of leasing to venture companies seeking to secure mineral and gas rights. Today's New York Times has an excellent article on the pitfalls of mineral leases. It is worth reading before responding to inquiries. It is very likely that no Riverbend land owners have the mineral rights to their properties.