Res. No. 1579
Resolution in support of New York State Assembly Bill A 1388 an act to amend the eminent domain procedure law, in relation to requiring new hearings when public projects using eminent domain are altered or amended.
By Council Members James, Liu, Mark-Viverito, Palma, Barron and Reyna
Whereas, Eminent domain is an important tool for government to use for public projects; and
Whereas, The condemnor may make amendments and alterations to its project based on field conditions; and
Whereas, Such amendments may be effectuated after the determinations and findings have been published and without holding a new public hearing respecting such amendments; and
Whereas, The use of eminent domain should be balanced against the rights of the citizen to due process; and
Whereas, To promote these goals, Assembly Bill A 1388 has been introduced that would require new hearings and determinations when condemnors wish to amend or alter proposed public projects after the conclusion of public hearings and the publication of determinations and findings; now, therefore be it
Resolved, That the Council of the City of New York supports New York State Assembly Bill A 1388 an act to amend the eminent domain procedure law, in relation to requiring new hearings when public projects using eminent domain are altered or amended.
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08/04/08
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