Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate funds for the reconstruction of 210th Avenue in Pope County, Minnesota. This project aims to improve the roadway infrastructure between Trunk Highway 28 and Pope County State-Aid Highway 28 in the county.

Main Provisions

• Funding: The bill appropriates $5,000,000 from the bond proceeds account in the state transportation fund. This amount is designated for grants to the city of Glenwood, Glenwood Township, Leven Township, or a combination of these entities.

• Scope of Work: The funds will be used for various project-related activities including the acquisition of permanent easements, right-of-way acquisition, predesign, design, construction, and reconstruction of the specified stretch of 210th Avenue.

• Bond Issuance: To facilitate the availability of the appropriated funds, the commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to the amount of $5,000,000.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill involves the issuance of state bonds up to $5,000,000 to finance the road reconstruction project, as outlined in the applicable Minnesota Statutes and Constitution. This represents a financial commitment by the state to enhance local infrastructure through bonded indebtedness.

Relevant Terms

capital investment, Pope County, 210th Avenue, reconstruction, state bonds, transportation fund, Minnesota Statutes, easements, right-of-way, Trunk Highway 28, State-Aid Highway 28, Glenwood, Leven Township.