Bill > S2657

This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance to transfer specific parcels of land in Milton from the Department of Conservation and Recreation to the Department of Transportation for highway purposes, specifically to support an intersection improvement project at Randolph Avenue and Chickatawbut Road. As compensation, the Department of Transportation must pay at least 110% of the fair market value of the land, which will be determined by an independent professional appraisal. The funds received will be deposited into the Conservation Trust and must be used within three years to acquire new conservation lands of equal or greater natural resource value in a comparable location. The bill requires the inspector general to review and approve the appraisal, and mandates that the Department of Transportation cover all associated costs such as engineering, surveys, and deed preparation. The legislation is considered an emergency measure to expedite the highway improvement project and is designed to ensure that the transfer of land does not negatively impact conservation efforts. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2657