HF2087

HF2087 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

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

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The main goal of this bill is to allocate funds for improvements to Bridge Square Park, located in the historic district of downtown Northfield, Minnesota.

Main Provisions

Appropriation of Funds: The bill proposes an appropriation of $4,000,000 from the bond proceeds fund. This money is designated for the design, construction, and equipping of improvements to Bridge Square Park. The upgrades will include landscaping and other amenities aimed at enhancing the experience for park visitors.
Bond Sale Authorization: To generate the $4,000,000 needed for these improvements, the commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds. The sale and issuance of these bonds are to be conducted according to specified Minnesota Statutes and sections of the state constitution.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill does not directly amend any existing laws but provides a specific authorization for the sale of state bonds and appropriation of funds for a designated public infrastructure project.

Relevant Terms

Capital investment
Northfield
Bridge Square Park
State bonds
Appropriation
Bond proceeds fund
Landscaping

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 09, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Capital Investment

Citations

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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Authorization for bond sale related to improvements in Bridge Square Park."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill references the bond sale authority under sections 16A.631 to 16A.675.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "16A.631 to 16A.675"
  }
]