N.Y. Public Lands Law 16 – Reservation of Esopus island
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§ 16. Reservation of Esopus island. Esopus island, in Dutchess county, is reserved from settlement, occupancy, lease or sale, and dedicated and set apart as a public park. The commissioner of general services shall have the same powers to protect such island from trespass as he has over other public lands.
Terms Used In N.Y. Public Lands Law 16
- 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
- Settlement: Parties to a lawsuit resolve their difference without having a trial. Settlements often involve the payment of compensation by one party in satisfaction of the other party's claims.