Makes changes relating to an authorization of land conveyance by the city of New Rochelle relating to reversion of title to the Armory Building, the annex and the underlying land of such structures, and the reversion of dedicated space for veterans organization use, to the state of New York upon the breach of certain conditions.
Impact
The proposed legislation would significantly impact state law as it relates to local government jurisdiction over municipal assets. By formalizing conditions under which the title reverts back to New York State, the bill aims to enable local governance to function more efficiently while also maintaining state oversight in case of non-compliance with the outlined conditions. This dual-layer of governance is poised to foster a stronger partnership between the state and city authorities in driving local economic initiatives.
Summary
Bill S07989 seeks to amend the existing authorization for the city of New Rochelle regarding the disposal of certain land, specifically the Armory Building and associated annexes. This bill is aimed at facilitating economic development initiatives by allowing the city to convey these properties while ensuring the preservation of the Armory Building and designated spaces for veterans' organizations. The changes introduced by the bill are tied to reversion of title conditions that will revert back to the state if specific requirements are breached, thus protecting public interests in these properties.
Contention
Points of contention surrounding S07989 particularly focus on the conditions tied to the conveyance of the Armory Building. Opponents might argue that enforcing strict reversion clauses could complicate land development opportunities. However, supporters contend these conditions are essential to ensure that the site continues to serve public purposes, such as being available for veterans, mitigating potential exploitation of the property for purely commercial gains. As such, while the bill has potential for positive economic impact, it raises concerns on the balance between development needs and the preservation of community-focused spaces.
Same As
Makes changes relating to an authorization of land conveyance by the city of New Rochelle relating to reversion of title to the Armory Building, the annex and the underlying land of such structures, and the reversion of dedicated space for veterans organization use, to the state of New York upon the breach of certain conditions.
Makes changes relating to an authorization of land conveyance by the city of New Rochelle relating to reversion of title to the Armory Building, the annex and the underlying land of such structures, and the reversion of dedicated space for veterans organization use, to the state of New York upon the breach of certain conditions.
Requires that any disposition of land or buildings by the New York City Housing Authority be subject to and comply with the provisions of New York City's Uniform Land Use Review Procedure.
Authorizes the city of New York to sell certain lands now or formerly under the waters of Whale Creek otherwise known as Wyckoff Creek, and formerly a tributary of Newtown Creek.
Authorizes the town of Hurley to alienate certain lands used as parklands for the purpose of constructing a new highway garage for the town and to dedicate certain other lands as parklands.
Authorizes the town of Hurley to alienate certain lands used as parklands for the purpose of constructing a new highway garage for the town and to dedicate certain other lands as parklands.
Authorizes the city of New York to grant, convey and release to abutting upland owners certain lands now or formerly under the waters of Whale Creek otherwise known as Wyckoff Creek, which was a tributary of Newtown Creek.