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A 8557

Relates to authorizing the village of Malverne to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Judy Griffin

Summary of New York Bill A 8557 OverviewThis bill authorizes the village of Malverne to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands within the village. Specifically, it a

SUBSTITUTED BY S8009A
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Bill Summary · A 8557

Summary of New York Bill A 8557

Overview

This bill authorizes the village of Malverne to alienate and discontinue the use of certain parklands within the village. Specifically, it allows the village to transfer ownership or change the use of designated parkland areas.

Key Provisions

  • Authorizes the village of Malverne to alienate (transfer ownership) and discontinue the use of approximately 3 acres of parklands within the village.
  • Requires the village to receive fair market value compensation for any parklands that are alienated.
  • Mandates that any proceeds from the sale or transfer of parklands must be used for the acquisition of new parklands or for capital improvements to existing park facilities.
  • Stipulates that the alienation of parklands can only occur after a public hearing is held and the New York State Legislature approves the action.

Affected Parties

  • The residents and community members of the village of Malverne, who would be impacted by changes to local parklands.
  • The village government of Malverne, which would gain the authority to sell or repurpose certain park properties.
  • The general public, who may lose access to parklands that are alienated by the village.

Procedural Aspects

  • This bill is a companion to Senate Bill S 8009, which is the same legislation introduced in the New York State Senate.
  • The bill was introduced in the New York State Assembly on May 20, 2025.
  • The Assembly version of the bill (A 8557) has been substituted by the Senate version (S 8009A), indicating the Senate's amended text will be the primary legislation moving forward.
  • Both the Assembly and Senate versions of the bill must pass their respective chambers and be signed by the Governor to become law.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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