Substitute House Bill No. 7285, also known as Special Act No. 25-19, authorizes the Commissioner of Administrative Services to convey a parcel of state land, approximately 50.29 acres in size and formerly known as High Meadows, to the town of Hamden for $1.5 million, plus administrative costs. This conveyance is contingent upon the approval of the State Properties Review Board and must be completed by June 30, 2026, unless an extension of up to six months is granted, in which case Hamden must reimburse the state for any associated costs. The bill outlines that the land will remain under state control until the conveyance is finalized, and the State Treasurer is responsible for executing the necessary deed.
Additionally, the bill repeals Special Act 19-4, as amended by Special Act 22-17, which likely pertains to a prior conveyance related to the same parcel of land. This repeal indicates a shift in the legislative approach to the property in question, allowing for a new transaction under the terms set forth in this bill.