Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to amend existing legislation to increase the spending limit that third-class cities in Minnesota can allocate from a tax levy for providing free musical entertainment to the public.

Main Provisions

• Tax Levy Authorization: Cities that fall under the third-class designation can continue to levy a tax specifically designated for funding free musical performances available to the general public.
• Increased Expenditure Limit: The bill proposes to triple the annual expenditure limit from $3,000 to $10,000. This increase will allow cities more flexibility and resources to offer free musical events.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The significant change proposed by this bill is the increase in the annual spending cap from $3,000 to $10,000. This adjustment seeks to reflect potential cost increases and expand opportunities for public entertainment.

Relevant Terms

• Tax levy
• Free musical entertainment
• Third-class cities
• Public funding