HF1968

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to secure funding for connecting the Dassel-Cokato Middle and High School campus to the city of Cokato's water system. This connection aims to provide the schools with a safe and reliable water supply and enhance their fire suppression capabilities.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill allocates $419,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the Public Facilities Authority. This money will be used to provide a grant to the city of Cokato.
• Water Main Extension: The grant will finance the design, construction, and equipment needed to extend the water main from the western edge of Cokato’s current system to the school campus.
• Fire Safety and Water Quality: The extension ensures the schools have access to clean, safe drinking water and add to their fire safety measures.

Significant Changes

• Bond Issuance: The bill authorizes the state to sell and issue bonds amounting to $419,000. This action complies with the procedures outlined in existing Minnesota statutes and constitutional provisions. The bonds are used to raise the necessary funds for the project.

Relevant Terms

state bonds, capital investment, water main extension, bond proceeds fund, Public Facilities Authority, fire suppression system, safe water supply.