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- Referred to transportation
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Relates to providing notice to school districts of certain construction projects
In Assembly Committee · Transportation · Sponsor Michael DenDekker
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Title of bill
An act to amend the highway law, in relation to providing notice to school districts of certain construction projects
Purpose
To require the written notification to a school district 30 days prior to the commencement of a construction project that may disrupt the traffic to and from a school.
Summary of provisions
Section 1. Section 102 of the highway law is amended by adding a new subdivision 19 to require the written notice to a school district in regard to the construction of a building, alteration, or extension of a highway, sidewalk or appurtenance.
Justification
There have been complaints by school districts that roadways and sidewalks outside of school buildings have been dug to install gas lines or piping which has caused hazardous conditions for the students, teachers and staff to enter and exit the school buildings. In many cases, the school superintendent or principal were not informed of the planned construction. By requiring 30 days notice to the school district, the principal or other school staff in charge can plan accordingly to ensure safe access and exit from the school building. The 30 day notification requirement would not apply in the event of emergency situations.
Legislative history
New bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
Immediately.
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