Massachusetts § 5A - Leasing of concessions; bids
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 5A — Leasing of concessions; bids, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5A. Leasing of concessions; bids
Section 5A. Whenever the board or officer having charge of the public parks in a city or town having a population of more than fifty thousand determines to lease concessions in any such park, said board or officer shall invite sealed proposals for such leasing which shall be publicly opened and read and shall award the contract for any such concession to the highest responsible bidder who, in the opinion of said board or officer, would be the most suitable from the standpoint of character, reputation and experience to operate such concession, provided, however, that the provisions of this section shall not apply to an award of such a lease to a nonprofit organization or group organized for the purpose of promoting the assistance of youth programs.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 5A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 5A cover?
Section 5A ("Leasing of concessions; bids") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 5A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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