New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A09007

Introduced
8/13/25  

Caption

Authorizes the town of Niagara to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands and to convey such parklands to David Gaines.

Impact

The implications of this legislation extend to state laws regarding the use and regulation of parklands. By allowing the alienation of parkland, the bill sets a precedent for future regulations concerning the management and preservation of public green spaces. It requires municipalities to adhere to specific conditions designed to protect community interests, which includes investing in new parklands to replace those designated for alienation.

Summary

Bill A09007 aims to authorize the town of Niagara to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands, allowing for the sale of those lands to an individual named David Gaines. This bill details specific sections of land and mandates that the town must allocate funds equivalent to or greater than the fair market value of the alienated lands into the acquisition or improvement of new parklands and recreational facilities. The emphasis here is on maintaining the community's access to recreation despite the transfer of property to private ownership.

Contention

Discussion surrounding this bill may reveal differing opinions on the appropriateness of alienating public parkland for private use. Proponents might argue that this measure will enable local governments to manage land use more efficiently, while critics may contend that it undermines public access to vital recreational spaces. The language surrounding the bill reflects an ongoing tension between development interests and the preservation of community resources.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NY A08898

Authorizes the city of Niagara Falls to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands and transfer the property to The Papermill, LLC.

NY S09063

Authorizes the city of Niagara Falls to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands and transfer the property to The Papermill, LLC.

NY S09212

Authorizes the town of Yorktown, county of Westchester, to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands.

NY A10161

Authorizes the town of Yorktown, county of Westchester, to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands.

NY A10139

Authorizes the town of Oyster Bay to discontinue as parklands and convey such parkland to the department of environmental conservation.

NY S09332

Authorizes the town of Oyster Bay to discontinue as parklands and convey such parkland to the department of environmental conservation.

NY S07439

Authorizes the town of Southampton, county of Suffolk, to alienate certain parklands for the purpose of installing an algae skimmer in Lake Agawam, and to replace such alienated parkland with a new, dedicated parkland.

NY A07647

Authorizes the town of Southampton, county of Suffolk, to alienate certain parklands for the purpose of installing an algae skimmer in Lake Agawam, and to replace such alienated parkland with a new, dedicated parkland.

NY S09035

Authorizes the town of Brookhaven to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands for the purposes of developing a wastewater treatment plant.

NY A09887

Authorizes the town of Brookhaven to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands for the purposes of developing a wastewater treatment plant.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.