Bill > A09768

This bill implements a land exchange and easements in the vicinity of Cathead Mountain authorized pursuant to an amendment to the state constitution. The key provisions of the bill are: 1. It allows Hatchbrook Sportsmen Club, Inc. to convey approximately 480 acres of land to the state for incorporation into the forest preserve, as well as trail easements and a conservation easement over certain private land on Cathead Mountain. 2. It allows Thomas Gang, Inc. to convey trail easements and conservation easements over certain private land on Cathead Mountain. 3. It grants the state the right to construct a new communication tower and access road on Lot 166, Benson Tract, and to restore the existing fire tower on Cathead Mountain for public use. 4. It provides for legislative approval of the conveyance of land by Hamilton County to the state, and requires the Attorney General to approve the titles of the conveyed lands and easements. 5. It authorizes the state to convey 46 acres of Lot 120, Benson Tract, to Thomas Gang, Inc., while reserving certain rights and easements. 6. It establishes a right of first refusal for the state over certain parcels of land. 7. It includes a sunset provision requiring the state conveyance to be concluded by January 1, 2028.