House Bill No. 7284, also known as Special Act No. 25-14, authorizes the Commissioner of Administrative Services to convey a parcel of state land, approximately 1.98 acres in size and identified as Lot 20 in Block of the town of Preston Tax Assessor's Map 23, to the town of Preston. This land, which includes the former Norwich State Hospital, will be transferred at a cost that covers only the administrative expenses associated with the conveyance. The transfer is contingent upon approval from the State Properties Review Board, and the town must utilize the land for open space, recreational, or farmers' market purposes.
The bill includes stipulations that if the town of Preston fails to use the land for the specified purposes, does not maintain ownership, or leases any part of the property, the land will revert back to the state of Connecticut. Additionally, the State Properties Review Board is required to complete its review of the conveyance within thirty days of receiving the proposed agreement from the Department of Administrative Services. The bill also outlines that the State Treasurer will execute any necessary deeds or instruments for the conveyance, ensuring that the conditions for the use of the land are met.