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New zoning law in Skaneateles takes aim at hydrofracking, natural gas drilling
Posted: 05.03.2012 at 11:51 PM Updated: 05.04.2012 at 6:20 AM
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Town Board members pointed to the quality of Skaneateles Lake as a major concern in the debate over hydrofracking and natural gas drilling.  / Photo: Chris McGrath
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After two years of research and public input, Town Board members in Skaneateles pulled the trigger on a new zoning law prohibiting hydrofracking and other forms of natural gas drilling.

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