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Introduced
07/19/2017
07/19/2017
In Committee
11/02/2017
11/02/2017
Crossed Over
01/22/2018
01/22/2018
Passed
01/22/2018
01/22/2018
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
01/30/2018
01/30/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
That the town of Canton be authorized to regulate the use of Reservoir Pond in said town. Environment, Natural Resources and Agriculture. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill authorizes the town of Canton, Massachusetts to regulate the use of Reservoir Pond, a man-made body of water created by damming Pequit Brook. The bill defines key terms such as "Board" (the town's Board of Selectmen), "Dam," and "Reservoir Pond." It grants the Board the authority to make rules and regulations governing various activities on the pond, including fishing, boating, and swimming. The town also retains the right to operate, maintain, and modify the dam that controls the pond's water level. The bill clarifies that it does not grant any public rights to the pond or the surrounding town property, and it does not relieve any party of legal responsibilities related to the pond or town property.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Signed by the Governor, Chapter 11 of the Acts of 2018 (on 01/30/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3831 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H3831.pdf |
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