§ 15. Prohibitions as to grants in Lake George. 1. No grant or lease of any of the islands in Lake George, or of any land upon any of such islands, shall be made by the commissioner of general services.

Terms Used In N.Y. Public Lands Law 15

  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
  • Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.

2. No grant or lease of any lands under water in Lake George shall be made by the commissioner unless the conservation department of the state of New York shall, prior to the issuance of any such grant or lease, advise the commissioner, in writing, that such grant or lease, if made, will not result in a hazard to navigation, impair the scenic beauty of Lake George or otherwise interfere with the use and enjoyment of Lake George and its facilities by the people of the state. To assist the department in making its determination, the department may hold a public hearing at such time and place as it shall determine for the purpose of receiving testimony and evidence.

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