Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court assembled, and by the authority of the same, as follows:

SECTION 1. The city of Northampton may convey a certain parcel of park land located in said city to the commonwealth for the installation of highways. The parcel consist of approximately 172 square feet and is located at the intersection of Bridge road and North Maple street in said city. Consideration paid by the commonwealth to said city for the parcel, shall not be more than the fair market value of the parcel as determined by an independent appraisal.

SECTION 2. The commonwealth shall pay all costs of the conveyance including, but not limited to, preparation of plans and documents recording fees and tax stamps.

SECTION 3. This act shall take effect upon its passage.