Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide funding for the construction of an outdoor waterpark in the city of St. Cloud, Minnesota. The planned waterpark will be attached to the existing St. Cloud Area Family YMCA facility.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill proposes an appropriation of $7,000,000 from the state’s general fund for the fiscal year 2026. This money will be used as a grant to the city of St. Cloud.
• Project Specifications: The grant is intended to cover costs related to designing, constructing, and equipping the outdoor waterpark.
• Community Benefits: The waterpark is expected to serve as a community attraction that appeals to all age groups, fostering multigenerational connections. It will also provide opportunities for leadership development among youth and young adults through job and volunteer opportunities.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Funding Duration: This is a one-time appropriation, meaning the allocated funds will only be available until the project is either completed or abandoned, as per the stipulations in Minnesota Statutes, Section 16A.642.

Relevant Terms

outdoor waterpark, St. Cloud, YMCA, appropriation, general fund, community attraction, leadership development, multigenerational connections, St. Cloud Area Family YMCA, fiscal year 2026, one-time appropriation.