An Act authorizing the Department of Highways to acquire a certain dam in the town of Norwood
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill authorizes the Massachusetts Department of Highways to acquire the Willet Pond Dam in Norwood through eminent domain. The acquisition is intended to allow for improvements to Brook Street. The petition was submitted by Representative John Rogers, who sought to compel the Department of Highways to take action. This action is related to a broader study order (H4710).
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Department of Highways to acquire the Willet Pond Dam.
- Specifies the property to be acquired: a portion of Brook Street and the dam itself.
- Allows for the acquisition through eminent domain.
- The acquisition is driven by the need for improvements to Brook Street.
Who is affected
- Town of Norwood
- Massachusetts Department of Highways
- Residents of Norwood
- Brook Street users
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Michael F. Rush
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