GoMarcellusShale.com2024-03-29T06:07:06ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584https://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/35533355?profile=original&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://gomarcellusshale.com/group/marioncountywv/forum/topic/listForContributor?user=0rh5qb6bsqo5v&feed=yes&xn_auth=noAMCO Oil and Gas, WV Companytag:gomarcellusshale.com,2021-02-19:2274639:Topic:8757282021-02-19T22:04:57.254ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
<p>If anyone needs help with leasing or anything related to oil and gas, highly recommend Nick @ AMCO.</p>
<p>email is ncriado@amcooilgas.com</p>
<p>If anyone needs help with leasing or anything related to oil and gas, highly recommend Nick @ AMCO.</p>
<p>email is ncriado@amcooilgas.com</p> Leasing In Mariontag:gomarcellusshale.com,2018-01-31:2274639:Topic:7721252018-01-31T01:10:53.102ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
<p>Anyone know who is leasing in Marion County - Paw Paw?</p>
<p>Anyone know who is leasing in Marion County - Paw Paw?</p> Gas Industry Pushing for Forced Pooling again -- 2016 Standofftag:gomarcellusshale.com,2016-01-17:2274639:Topic:7140172016-01-17T20:27:37.985ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
<p>Legislative Session began January 13:<br></br><br></br><a href="http://www.theintelligencer.net/page/content.detail/id/649894/" rel="nofollow">http://www.theintelligencer.net/page/content.detail/id/649894/</a></p>
<p>"I know there are some who are not in favor of this. But, for anything beneath the Marcellus, they can pool it right now," Evans said, noting he will likely be one of the co-sponsors of the bill upon its introduction. "I think this will be a good bill. If they skip over you, you will…</p>
<p>Legislative Session began January 13:<br/><br/><a href="http://www.theintelligencer.net/page/content.detail/id/649894/" rel="nofollow">http://www.theintelligencer.net/page/content.detail/id/649894/</a></p>
<p>"I know there are some who are not in favor of this. But, for anything beneath the Marcellus, they can pool it right now," Evans said, noting he will likely be one of the co-sponsors of the bill upon its introduction. "I think this will be a good bill. If they skip over you, you will not get anything. This would ensure that you at least get something." -- <strong>Wrong</strong></p>
<p>McGeehan, however, does not buy this argument.</p>
<p>"You are going to have a redistribution of wealth from West Virginia landowners to huge out-of-state oil and gas companies," he said.-- <strong>Right</strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">My view</span></strong>:</p>
<p>The problem with the argument that forced pooling already exists for deep formations such as the Utica is that is misleading -- the current old law speaks of a "pool" of free flowing oil and gas in conventional reservoirs produced by vertical drilling; therefore, it should not apply to unconventional horizontal shale drilling that requires fracture stimulation in order to produce hydrocarbons.<br/><br/><strong>See 22C-9-7:<br/><br/><a href="http://www.legis.state.wv.us/wvcode/ChapterEntire.cfm?chap=22c&art=9" rel="nofollow">http://www.legis.state.wv.us/wvcode/ChapterEntire.cfm?chap=22c&...</a></strong></p>
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<p><b>CHAPTER 22C. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES; BOARDS, AUTHORITIES, COMMISSIONS AND COMPACTS.</b><br/><br/><b>ARTICLE 9. OIL AND GAS CONSERVATION.</b></p>
<p><b><strong>§22C-9-2. Definitions.</strong></b></p>
<p>(9) <strong>"Pool"</strong> means an underground accumulation of petroleum or gas in a single and separate natural reservoir (ordinarily a porous sandstone or limestone). <strong>It is characterized by a single natural-pressure system so that production of petroleum or gas from one part of the pool affects the reservoir pressure throughout its extent.</strong> A pool is bounded by geologic barriers in all directions, such as geologic structural conditions, impermeable strata, and water in the formations, so that <strong>it is effectively separated from any other pools that may be presented in the same district or on the same geologic structure;</strong></p>
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">My conclusion</span></strong>:</p>
<p>The currently antiquated legislation regarding forced pooling only governs a <strong>"pocket"</strong> or <strong>"pool"</strong> of petroleum or gas -- a completely different animal than fracking and horizontal drilling. Hence, <strong>current legislation does NOT allow a company to force pool during unconventional Utica drilling.</strong> </p>
<p>Even if there was a current law to force pool the deep formations, new legislation should be to eliminate that rather than allow shallow forced pooling.</p>
<p><strong>Contact your Senate and House Members to let them know where you stand on this issue as a property owner and/or West Virginia resident:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Joint Standing Committee on Energy - Interim</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Committees/Interims/committee.cfm?abb=Energy" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Committees/Interims/committee.cfm?abb=...</a></strong></p> Please Contact Our Representatives to Oppose Forced Pooling House Bill 2688 (HB 2688)tag:gomarcellusshale.com,2015-02-14:2274639:Topic:6611522015-02-14T21:26:07.655ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
<p>Dear Marion County Land & Mineral Owners,</p>
<p><strong>House Bill 2688 (HB 2688)</strong> hasn’t passed in the House or Senate yet. It was <strong>just passed by the House Energy Committee yesterday</strong> so it will now go to the House floor for a vote, maybe as soon as next week. Then the Senate will vote on it. So, <strong>there is still time for us to stop this bill!</strong></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4"><strong>Please contact your local…</strong></span></p>
<p>Dear Marion County Land & Mineral Owners,</p>
<p><strong>House Bill 2688 (HB 2688)</strong> hasn’t passed in the House or Senate yet. It was <strong>just passed by the House Energy Committee yesterday</strong> so it will now go to the House floor for a vote, maybe as soon as next week. Then the Senate will vote on it. So, <strong>there is still time for us to stop this bill!</strong></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4"><strong>Please contact your local representatives:</strong></span></p>
<p><strong>Every West Virginian and anyone who owns property in West Virginia on this site especially should be contacting their local representatives to oppose this bill. It is a bad bill.</strong></p>
<p><strong><a href="http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Districts/maps.cfm" rel="nofollow">http://www.legis.state.wv.us/Districts/maps.cfm</a></strong></p>
<p><em><strong>Scroll down on the link above and contact your House district representatives first and then your Senate district representative.</strong></em></p>
<p><span class="font-size-4"><strong><i>Here is a drafted letter that I urge you to send to each representative:</i></strong></span></p>
<p>"As a land and mineral owner in <span style="text-decoration: underline;"> </span> County, WV, I am writing to inform you of my opposition to any legislation, more specifically <strong>HB 2688</strong>, that supports and advances the practice of seizure of private property in the form of 'unitization', 'lease integration', or 'forced pooling' of my privately held mineral rights. </p>
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<div>Legislation of this type is a violation of our constitutional rights regarding private property, and will strip landowners of their negotiation strength as well, should they be willing to lease their property."</div> Leasing in Marion County WVtag:gomarcellusshale.com,2014-07-05:2274639:Topic:5987892014-07-05T20:27:13.734ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
Our company E3 Oil and Gas is now leasing in Wetzel county. We are interested in all amounts of acreage. Please contact us at info@e3og.com or 724-739-3364.
Our company E3 Oil and Gas is now leasing in Wetzel county. We are interested in all amounts of acreage. Please contact us at info@e3og.com or 724-739-3364. Letter received from Landman, no idea what I should do...tag:gomarcellusshale.com,2013-09-04:2274639:Topic:4930092013-09-04T13:28:46.196ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
<p>Hello all,</p>
<p>I've received a letter from a landman indicating that I have interest in Marion County as I am an heir. I have no idea where the interest is, how much, etc.</p>
<p>I am not in the area, is there a way to find out what this interest is before contacting the landman?</p>
<p>I have no experience with mineral rights, and it appears no one that is alive has any idea where this interest came from.</p>
<p>Any help would be greatly appreciated.</p>
<p>Hello all,</p>
<p>I've received a letter from a landman indicating that I have interest in Marion County as I am an heir. I have no idea where the interest is, how much, etc.</p>
<p>I am not in the area, is there a way to find out what this interest is before contacting the landman?</p>
<p>I have no experience with mineral rights, and it appears no one that is alive has any idea where this interest came from.</p>
<p>Any help would be greatly appreciated.</p> Freeland 1 and 2tag:gomarcellusshale.com,2013-05-02:2274639:Topic:4432562013-05-02T21:37:02.716ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
<p>Does anyone know the status of Freeland 1 and 2 being drilled in Glover Gap ?</p>
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<p>Does anyone know the status of Freeland 1 and 2 being drilled in Glover Gap ?</p>
<p></p> seeking help with lease terms in Mannington, Marion Countytag:gomarcellusshale.com,2013-05-01:2274639:Topic:4427372013-05-01T15:32:14.148ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">My sister, Karen (above), and I have inherited mineral rights in several counties in WV, but mainly in Marion County. We have had landmen representing XTO/Exxon Mobil calling for a couple of years about a particular 110+ acre parcel where we own a 50% interest. No surface land, just the O&G. The surface land has been divided into about a dozen properties since our ancestor purchased an interest in the mineral…</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">My sister, Karen (above), and I have inherited mineral rights in several counties in WV, but mainly in Marion County. We have had landmen representing XTO/Exxon Mobil calling for a couple of years about a particular 110+ acre parcel where we own a 50% interest. No surface land, just the O&G. The surface land has been divided into about a dozen properties since our ancestor purchased an interest in the mineral rights on 113 acres in 1897. Our ancestor’s brother owned the other 50% and now a single heir on that side of the family owns that 50%. We know this person’s name, but that is all.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">I had a TX O&G attorney review the proposed lease documentation last year. I asked for conceptual changes, rather than sharing the full lease document mark-up. XTO said "no" to everything, but the boss called yesterday to see what it would take to get us to sign. Our WV attorney is not an O&G person, but has an awesome paralegal who has done title work for us. I am unenthusiastic about negotiating against myself as XTO is trying to orchestrate.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">We would appreciate hearing any thoughts you have to share with us. We sold one property a couple of years ago, but this will be our first lease. If you prefer to comment to me privately, please email me at LSM4Kids@Yahoo.com.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">We have asked for $1,500/acre bonus and 15% royalty. XTO is at $1,100 and 13%. This is an increase from their opening offer of 12.5%.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">We asked for a provision stating that there will be no deductions from the royalty for treating, transporting, marketing etc.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">We asked for a Pugh clause and a horizontal severance clause. 6 months ago the landman said they would ask their client for a Pugh clause if we agreed to a 3-year extension to the proposed 5-year lease. Yesterday, the landman said they would pay the bonus ($1,100/acre) again if they chose exercise the 3-year extension. We feel that bonus should be larger since we will all know how the property is producing at that time, but have not discussed this with the landman.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">We asked that the $1/acre Shut-In payment be increased to $50/acre and for the annual extensions under this provision to be limited to two.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">We also asked for a provision stating no warranty is given by us, express or implied. We are inheriting these properties from someone who died in 1904 and no one in the family knew about them. We have done reasonable title work, but expect to be able to rely on XTO's title work for the period prior to the time we became owners.</span></p>
<p><span class="font-size-3" style="font-family: times new roman,times;">Thanks!</span></p> Contracttag:gomarcellusshale.com,2013-02-14:2274639:Topic:4020802013-02-14T15:39:19.283ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
I just got a call last year and the guy wanted me to sign a contract for XTO and I have no idea what it is so I haven't signed
I just got a call last year and the guy wanted me to sign a contract for XTO and I have no idea what it is so I haven't signed Lincoln district?tag:gomarcellusshale.com,2012-10-09:2274639:Topic:3551292012-10-09T20:27:52.252ZJames Smithhttps://gomarcellusshale.com/profile/JamesSmith584
<p>Can anyone tell me what "james fork, Lincoln district and Dunkard Mill run, Lincoln District" Marion county Mean? This is all new to me and I`m in PA.</p>
<p>Can anyone tell me what "james fork, Lincoln district and Dunkard Mill run, Lincoln District" Marion county Mean? This is all new to me and I`m in PA.</p>