New Jersey Assembly Bill A5828

New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 12/4/23
• Refer: 12/4/23
• Refer: 12/14/23
• Report Pass: 12/18/23
• Engrossed: 12/21/23
• Enrolled: 1/8/24
• Chaptered: 1/16/24
• Passed: 1/16/24

Caption

Authorizes State Treasurer to sell as surplus certain real property and improvements in Township of Woodbridge in Middlesex County.

Impact

The passage of A5828 will have implications for state property management policies and provide the Township of Woodbridge with an opportunity to utilize the land for local needs. This move is intended to enhance local control over development and the use of state assets at the municipal level. However, the sale must align with terms and conditions approved by the State House Commission, indicating that the sale is subject to oversight and strategic planning considerations.

Summary

Assembly Bill A5828 authorizes the State Treasurer to sell certain surplus real property located in the Township of Woodbridge in Middlesex County, specifically two non-contiguous parcels of land associated with the former Woodbridge Development Center. The total area of these properties is approximately 2.321 acres, and they are to be sold for an appraised value of $910,000. This bill is part of the state’s ongoing efforts to manage its real estate assets effectively by divesting properties deemed surplus to its needs.

Contention

There may be points of contention regarding the sale among stakeholders, particularly concerning the future use of the property and whether such a sale effectively meets local needs. Community members and local officials may have differing views on the importance of retaining state-owned land versus the benefits of municipal ownership. Furthermore, discussions on land use planning and zoning regulations could surface, addressing how the sale aligns with broader regional development goals.