Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate funds for the replacement of the eastbound Kellogg Boulevard Bridge in St. Paul, Minnesota. The bill also authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to finance this project.

Main Provisions

• Funding Appropriation: The bill specifies that money will be appropriated from the bond proceeds account in the state transportation fund. This funding is directed towards the design, acquisition of property, and construction necessary for replacing the eastbound Kellogg Boulevard Bridge.

• Project Scope: The bridge replacement includes a wide range of activities and components such as acquiring right-of-way, design, project administration, reconstruction of the bridge, and associated infrastructure improvements. These components also involve engineering, inspection, roadway enhancements, bluff stabilization systems, and utilities such as water and fire suppression systems.

• Related Infrastructure: The project encompasses associated infrastructure beyond the bridge itself, covering adjacent structures, roadway retaining walls, systems for traffic maintenance, and safety features. It also includes provisions for environmental remediation.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Bond Sale Authorization: The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to generate the necessary funds for the bridge replacement project. This involves following protocols outlined in Minnesota Statutes and the state constitution to ensure proper issuance and management of these bonds.

Relevant Terms

bond proceeds, state transportation fund, Kellogg Boulevard Bridge, appropriation, right-of-way acquisition, infrastructure improvements, bluff stabilization, environmental remediation, bond sale, state bonds.