As area residents know, drilling and development within the park conservation zone has halted for the time being. It is unclear whether this is the result of geological feature making it unprofitable or the drop in gas prices.
At this time, there are still leases in the conservation zone which could be developed.
The legal status of local Marcellus legislation is in limbo. If you are interested in this issue as it impacts Indiana county, you may want to follow the activites of the Coalition for a Healthy County. http://coalitionforahealthycounty.wordpress.com/