Bill > S2967

This bill clarifies the ownership and maintenance responsibilities for culverts and dams related to Town Line Brook and Linden Brook, defining terms like "appurtenant structure" (equipment attached to or necessary for the function of flood prevention structures) and "asset" (common flood prevention structures and related equipment). Specifically, the Department of Conservation and Recreation will be responsible for the care, custody, and control of flood control structures at these brooks, including tide gates attached to the Cutler bridge, and will be responsible for their inspections, maintenance, repairs, and reconstructions, including associated costs. However, the bill explicitly excludes the eight box culverts and trash racks built into the Cutler bridge from the Department of Conservation and Recreation's responsibility. Conversely, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation will retain ownership and responsibility for the Cutler bridge itself, including the eight box culverts and trash racks, and will be responsible for their maintenance, repairs, and inspections. The bill also mandates regular reporting and notification between the two departments and local officials in Malden, Revere, and Everett, and allows for observation of maintenance activities by local elected officials and employees.

Budget and Finance

Senate Committee on Ways and Means (Senate)

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2967