§ 32-4-8 - Acquisition of lands by local units. - Rhode Island Statutes

SECTION 32-4-8

   § 32-4-8  Acquisition of lands by localunits. – Local units are hereby authorized and empowered to acquire lands for theconservation and recreation purposes of this chapter. If the director approvesthe acquisition of lands by a local unit with state assistance, the lands maybe acquired in the name of the local unit in any manner the local unit isauthorized by law to acquire real property; provided, however, that if theacquisition is by eminent domain, it shall conform with the provisions ofchapter 1 of title 24, insofar as they are consistent with the provisions ofthis chapter. In acquiring land for the conservation and recreation purposes ofthis chapter, the local unit may deal directly with the federal government orany department or agency thereof.