New York Assembly Bill A08140

New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 5/1/25
• Refer: 5/1/25

Caption

Authorizes the village of Nyack to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands and to use the funds received for the acquisition of new parklands and/or capital improvements to existing park and recreational facilities.

Impact

The enactment of A08140 will create significant changes in the management and use of public parklands within the village of Nyack. By permitting the alienation of parkland, the bill highlights a shift in how local governments can potentially utilize public resources to finance new projects. This could lead to greater flexibility for local authorities in managing land use while also addressing community needs for additional recreational facilities.

Summary

Bill A08140 authorizes the village of Nyack to alienate certain parklands, allowing them to discontinue the use of these lands for park purposes and use the proceeds from the sale for acquiring new parklands or improving existing recreational facilities. The bill outlines specific parcels of land in Nyack that are eligible for this action and mandates that any funds received must be dedicated to new parkland acquisition or improvements in compliance with stated conditions.

Contention

Notably, the bill may face contention concerning the potential loss of public parkland which could raise concerns among local residents and environmental groups. Critics may argue that the alienation of parkland undermines community priorities for green spaces and recreational areas. Supporters of the bill, however, might argue that the funds generated will allow for better recreational infrastructure, providing long-term benefits to the community.