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MN HF2087

MN HF2087
Northfield; Bridge Square Park improvements funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.


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Introduced
03/10/2025
In Committee
03/10/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to capital investment; appropriating money for improvements in Bridge Square Park in the city of Northfield; authorizing the sale and issuance of state bonds.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates $4,000,000 from state bond proceeds to the city of Northfield for improvements to Bridge Square Park, located in the historic downtown district. The funds will be used to design, construct, and equip park enhancements, including landscaping and visitor amenities. To finance this project, the commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to the $4,000,000 amount, following standard state bonding procedures outlined in Minnesota Statutes and the state constitution. The bill specifies that the appropriation will be administered through the commissioner of employment and economic development, who will provide a grant to the city of Northfield for the park project. The legislation becomes effective immediately after final enactment, allowing the city to proceed with park improvements in the near term.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Capital Investment (on 03/10/2025)

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