The General Assembly Raised Bill No. 7282 proposes the conveyance of a 5-acre parcel of state land located in Plymouth to Gentile's Campground for a fee of $5,000 plus administrative costs. The land is specifically bounded by several identified parcels and the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection will determine the precise size and location of the parcel. If a survey is deemed necessary for the conveyance, Gentile's Campground will be responsible for the associated costs. The conveyance is subject to approval by the State Properties Review Board, and the land will remain under the care of the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection until the conveyance is finalized.
The bill stipulates that Gentile's Campground must use the land for open space, recreational, or lodging purposes. Should the campground fail to use the land for these purposes, not retain ownership, or lease any part of the parcel, the land will revert back to the state of Connecticut. The State Properties Review Board is required to complete its review within thirty days of receiving a proposed agreement, and the State Treasurer will execute any necessary deeds or instruments to facilitate the conveyance. The act is effective upon passage and introduces new legal language regarding the conveyance process.