Bill > S08809

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 include: 1. Allowing the Hatchbrook Sportsmen Club, Inc. to convey approximately 480 acres of forest land to the state for incorporation into the forest preserve, as well as easements for hiking trails and a conservation easement restricting development on Lot 166. 2. Allowing the Thomas Gang, Inc. to convey easements for a hiking trail and a conservation easement restricting development on Lot 167 and part of Lot 113. 3. Authorizing the state to construct a new communications tower on Lot 166 and restore the existing fire tower for public use, while reserving certain rights for the Hatchbrook Sportsmen Club, Inc. 4. Granting the state and a designated land trust a right of first refusal over certain lots. 5. Requiring legislative approval for the conveyance of land by Hamilton County and the Attorney General's approval of the title before the state can accept the deeds. The bill's purpose is to increase the acreage of the forest preserve, reopen a recreational destination on Cathead Mountain, acquire conservation easements, and provide for a communications tower to meet emergency needs in the southern Adirondacks.