Purpose of the Bill

The bill is designed to provide financial support for infrastructure improvements in the city of Little Canada. Specifically, it aims to improve road safety and accessibility by upgrading local road intersections.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill allocates $3,000,000 from the state’s bond proceeds fund to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. This grant is meant for the city of Little Canada to carry out road intersection improvements.
• Construction Projects: The funds will be used to construct roundabouts and make pedestrian safety and accessibility enhancements. These improvements will be at two specific intersections:
  • Little Canada Road and Country Drive
  • Little Canada Road, Lake Shore Avenue, and County Road C

Bond Sale and Issuance

• The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to the amount of $3,000,000 to finance the authorized appropriation. This process will be conducted by the commissioner of management and budget under the guidelines stated in Minnesota Statutes and the Minnesota Constitution.

Relevant Terms

• Little Canada
• Intersection Improvements
• Roundabout
• Pedestrian Safety
• Accessibility
• State Bonds
• Capital Investment