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NY S06389
Bill
Status
4/18/2023
Primary Sponsor
Joseph Addabbo
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AI Summary
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Requires municipalities with populations under one million to hold a public hearing when state or organizations propose converting land to public use for trails, parks, or recreation areas.
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Mandates that public hearings be conducted with the town board, planning board, or zoning board to allow neighbors within a five-mile radius and community members to address privacy and safety concerns.
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Requires municipalities to provide at least ten days' notice of the hearing in a clear and conspicuous manner on the municipality's website and by mail to all properties within a five-mile radius of the proposed land conversion.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Requires that when the state or an organization is attempting to convert land to public use in a municipality with a population of less than one million, a hearing shall be held in such municipality where such land is located to allow for public comment and input from neighbors; requires a ten day notice of such hearing to members of the community.
Last Action
REFERRED TO LOCAL GOVERNMENT
1/3/2024