Purpose of the Bill

The bill is aimed at improving water infrastructure in the city of Kandiyohi, Minnesota. It seeks to finance the second phase of these improvements, ensuring the city complies with drinking water safety standards.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill allocates $7,092,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the Public Facilities Authority. This is designated as a grant for the city of Kandiyohi.
• Scope of Work: The funds will be used for predesigning, designing, engineering, constructing, and equipping the water infrastructure improvements. This includes the development of two new wells and a water treatment facility.
• Compliance with Standards: The improvements are meant to ensure compliance with established drinking water safety standards.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Bond Issuance: The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to the amount of $7,092,000 to provide the necessary funding for the project. This will be done under the prescribed terms set by Minnesota statutes and the state constitution related to financial management and bonding.

Relevant Terms

• Capital investment
• Water infrastructure
• Bond proceeds
• Public Facilities Authority
• Drinking water safety standards
• Water treatment facility