Bill > H4843

This bill allows the town of Lexington to transfer approximately eight acres of land currently under the select board's control to the school committee for school purposes, specifically athletic fields. The transfer is contingent upon a vote at a special town meeting on November 3, 2025, and must comply with several state laws, including sections 15A of chapter 40 and 5A of chapter 3 of the General Laws. As a condition of this land transfer, the town must also transfer the land containing the current Lexington High School buildings from the school committee to the select board, which will be used for a new high school athletic field, public park, open space, and recreational purposes. This reciprocal land exchange ensures no net loss of land subject to Article 97 of the Massachusetts Constitution, which protects public lands for conservation and recreational purposes. The bill will take effect immediately upon its passage, allowing the town to proceed with its planned land reorganization.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H4843