The bill amends Section 45-2-6 of the General Laws in Chapter 45-2, which pertains to the general powers of cities and towns regarding lands acquired by gift or devise for public use. The amendment specifies that, except as provided in subsection (b), nothing in Section 45-2-5 shall restrict the sale, lease, or conveyance of such lands. Subsection (b) allows the city of Warwick to sell, convey, or grant a specific parcel of real estate located at 34 Warwick Lake Avenue, identified on the Warwick tax assessor's maps as Plat 328, Lot 261, in fee simple absolute or otherwise. This sale is permitted under the procedures set forth in Section 45-5-5, provided that all restrictions of record on the property have already expired pursuant to Section 34-4-24. The act aims to grant the city of Warwick the authority to clear the title of the specified property by enabling its sale without being bound by the usual statutory limitations that apply to lands given for specific public use. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
8558: 45-2-6