Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to provide financial support for improvements and expansion of the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center located in St. Paul, Minnesota, with funding derived from the sale of state bonds.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill allocates $5,000,000 from the bond proceeds fund specifically for the design, renovation, and expansion of the Hallie Q. Brown Community Center.
• Scope of Renovations: The allocation covers several enhancements:
  • Renovation and expansion of program and community spaces.
  • Making accessibility improvements that align with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • Implementing energy efficiency upgrades.
  • Major projects focused on preserving or replacing mechanical (HVAC) systems and structural components necessary for ongoing operations.
• Historic Preservation: Renovations should aim, where possible, to maintain the center's historic and cultural significance.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Authorization for Bond Sale: The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to the designated amount of $5,000,000. The sale and issuance will conform to specific Minnesota statutes and constitutional provisions related to state financial operations.

Relevant Terms

• Capital investment
• Hallie Q. Brown Community Center
• State bonds
• Renovation and expansion
• ADA compliance
• Energy efficiency
• Historic preservation