SB217
Authorize conveyance of state-owned land.
Summary
The bill authorizes the Governor to convey state-owned land in Greene and Tuscarawas counties, as well as property to the Eastland-Fairfield Career and Technical School District and the Groveport Madison Local School District. The conveyance includes all improvements and is subject to existing leases, easements, and restrictions. The sale process involves sealed bids, with a requirement for the purchaser to pay associated costs and a deposit upon acceptance of the bid.
Rationale
The bill's provisions for government control over land conveyance and the potential for eminent domain conflict with LP principles of minimal government intervention and property rights. However, the LPO's support for local governance and limited state intervention aligns somewhat with the bill's focus on local school districts.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential for increased government control over property transactions
- Risk of eminent domain implications
- Possibility of cronyism in the bidding process