HF2470 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Howard Lake; new water treatment facility funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF2582
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill is aimed at providing funding for the construction of a new water treatment facility in Howard Lake, Minnesota. This facility is intended to deliver clean, manganese-free drinking water to the residents.
Main Provisions
- Appropriation of Funds: The bill proposes an appropriation of $15 million from the bond proceeds fund. This money is allocated to the Public Facilities Authority, which will grant it to the city of Howard Lake.
- Water Treatment Facility: The allocated funds will be used to design, construct, and equip a new water treatment facility. The goal is to ensure that the drinking water is free from manganese, a common water contaminant.
- System Improvements: The bill also includes additional funding for related water system improvements, which cover a new well, upgrades to trunk water mains, and enhancements to the existing well and water tower near the proposed site.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to raise the funds necessary for this project. This process will follow the guidelines set by Minnesota Statutes sections 16A.631 to 16A.675 and the Minnesota Constitution article XI sections 4 to 7.
Relevant Terms
- Capital investment
- Water treatment facility
- Manganese-free water
- State bonds
- Public Facilities Authority
- Trunk water mains
- Bond proceeds fund
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 16, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Capital Investment |
Citations
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