1. The Casper Mountain Preservation Alliance (CMPA) has raised concerns about the State Board of Land Commissioners' plan to renew leases for oil and gas development on Casper Mountain. The CMPA's attorney, Connie Wilbert, has suggested that the board should simply cancel the existing leases and start the process over, allowing for a more thorough review of the environmental and recreational impacts of the proposed development.

2. Wilbert argued that the current leases were issued without proper consideration of the impacts on the mountain's natural resources and recreational use. She emphasized the importance of Casper Mountain as a popular destination for outdoor activities, such as hiking, biking, and wildlife viewing, and expressed concerns about the potential damage to these resources from oil and gas development.

3. The CMPA's position is that the board should take a more holistic approach to managing the land, considering the broader public interest and the long-term sustainability of the mountain's natural and recreational assets. Wilbert suggested that the board should engage in a more transparent and inclusive process, allowing for greater public input and a comprehensive assessment of the potential impacts of any proposed development.