Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to support capital infrastructure improvements specifically for the wastewater system in the city of Wilder, Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• Funding Appropriation: The bill allocates $4,350,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the Public Facilities Authority. This funding is intended as a grant for the city of Wilder.
• Use of Funds: The money is designated for various activities related to upgrading the wastewater system. This includes acquiring property and easements, designing, engineering, and constructing a new gravity collection and conveyance system. Additionally, it covers the construction of a lift station and force main to connect with the regional wastewater treatment in the city of Windom.

Significant Changes

• The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to provide the necessary funding. Specifically, it instructs the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue up to $4,350,000 in state bonds, following existing Minnesota statutes and constitutional guidelines.

Relevant Terms

• Capital investment
• Wastewater system improvements
• Bond proceeds fund
• Public Facilities Authority
• Lift station
• Force main
• Regional wastewater treatment