N.Y. Canal Law § 67: Construction of bridges by municipal corporations

§ 67. Construction of bridges by municipal corporations. The common

council of any city may provide by ordinance for the erection of a lift,

hoist or swing bridge over a canal at any street in such city, on plans

and specifications approved by the commissioner of transportation. If

the commissioner of transportation shall consent to such erection he

shall file such consent with the clerk of such common council. Such

bridge shall be built, operated and maintained under the supervision and

control of the commissioner of transportation, but at the expense of

such city or of the property adjudged by the common council to be so

benefited.