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MN SF270

MN SF270
City of Rochester riverfront public realm and redevelopment bond issuance and appropriation


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Introduced
01/21/2025
In Committee
01/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to capital investment; appropriating money for riverfront public realm and redevelopment in the city of Rochester; authorizing the sale and issuance of state bonds.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates $1,000,000 from state bond proceeds to support riverfront redevelopment in Rochester, Minnesota. The funds are specifically designated for predesign work related to public realm improvements near the Government Center and Zumbro River area, as outlined in the Rochester Riverfront Area Wide Plan. The project will include enhancements such as trail improvements, tree planting, public wayfinding signage, and other public amenities and infrastructure. The bill authorizes the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue state bonds up to $1,000,000 to finance these improvements, following standard state bonding procedures outlined in Minnesota Statutes and the state constitution. This legislation aims to support urban revitalization and enhance public spaces in Rochester by investing in infrastructure and public realm improvements along the riverfront.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Capital Investment (on 01/21/2025)

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