New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Senate Bill S05525

Introduced
2/24/25  

Caption

Permits the village of Croton-on-Hudson, Westchester county, to lease certain sports field fences for advertisements, with revenues to be used solely for the care of Dobbs Park, Duck Pond Park, Firefighters Memorial Field and David J. Manes Memorial Field.

Summary

Bill S05525 amends the general municipal law to allow the village of Croton-on-Hudson, located in Westchester County, to lease sports field fences for advertising purposes. This legislation specifically pertains to the fences at four designated parks: Dobbs Park, Duck Pond Park, Firefighters Memorial Field, and David J. Manes Memorial Field. The bill stipulates that the leases can be granted to not-for-profit organizations at a nominal rent, with the generated revenue earmarked exclusively for the maintenance and care of these parks.

Impact

The passage of this bill will create an exception to existing laws that restrict municipalities from leasing public property for advertising. By allowing the village of Croton-on-Hudson to engage in such leases, it provides a new revenue stream that can be utilized for the upkeep of local parks, potentially improving community facilities and recreational opportunities.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding Bill S05525 appears to be generally positive, as it aims to enhance local parks through additional funding while also supporting not-for-profit organizations. However, the lack of recorded votes or committee discussions makes it difficult to gauge any significant opposition or concerns from stakeholders.

Contention

There may be potential contention regarding the appropriateness of advertising in public spaces, particularly in residential areas. Concerns could arise from community members who may oppose commercialization of public parks, fearing it could detract from the natural aesthetics or community spirit. However, specific points of contention have not been documented in the provided context.

Companion Bills

NY A00810

Same As Permits the village of Croton-on-Hudson, Westchester county, to lease certain sports field fences for advertisements, with revenues to be used solely for the care of Dobbs Park, Duck Pond Park, Firefighters Memorial Field and David J. Manes Memorial Field.

Previously Filed As

NY A00810

Permits the village of Croton-on-Hudson, Westchester county, to lease certain sports field fences for advertisements, with revenues to be used solely for the care of Dobbs Park, Duck Pond Park, Firefighters Memorial Field and David J. Manes Memorial Field.

NY S07659

Permits the city of White Plains, Westchester county, to lease certain sports field fences for advertisements.

NY A08165

Permits the city of White Plains, Westchester county, to lease certain sports field fences for advertisements.

NY S10077

Permits the town of Southeast, Putnam county, to lease fences at the John E. Markel Memorial Park for advertisements.

NY A11098

Permits the town of Southeast, Putnam county, to lease fences at the John E. Markel Memorial Park for advertisements.

NY S07853

Permits the village of Croton-on-Hudson to allow the office of assistant village engineer of such village to be held by a person who is not a resident of such village, provided that such person resides within Westchester county or an adjoining county within the state of New York.

NY A08558

Permits the village of Croton-on-Hudson to allow the office of assistant village engineer of such village to be held by a person who is not a resident of such village, provided that such person resides within Westchester county or an adjoining county within the state of New York.

NY S07790

Authorizes the village of Croton-on-Hudson, in the county of Westchester, to impose a hotel and motel tax.

NY A08348

Authorizes the village of Croton-on-Hudson, in the county of Westchester, to impose a hotel and motel tax.

NY A10029

Grants peace officer status to uniformed court officers of the village of Dobbs Ferry in Westchester County.

Similar Bills

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