Purpose of the Bill

This bill is designed to improve the water infrastructure in the city of Mendota, Minnesota. It seeks to fund the development and enhancement of the water system through state support.

Main Provisions

• Funding Appropriation: The bill allocates $5,207,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the Public Facilities Authority. This grant is specifically for Mendota's water infrastructure project.

• Project Details: The funds will be used for the acquisition of property and easements, as well as the predesign, design, and construction of a water main looping and pressure reduction system in Mendota.

• Bond Issuance: The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to raise the necessary funds. The commissioner of management and budget is responsible for selling up to $5,207,000 in bonds as prescribed by relevant Minnesota statutes and constitutional provisions.

Significant Changes

• The bill introduces a new allocation of state funds specifically earmarked for water infrastructure improvements in Mendota, which may not have been previously budgeted or prioritized.

Relevant Terms

water infrastructure, Mendota, bond proceeds fund, Public Facilities Authority, state bonds, water main looping, pressure reduction system, property acquisition, easements.