Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to fund the replacement of the eastbound Kellogg Boulevard Bridge in St. Paul, Minnesota. This will support the infrastructure upgrade necessary for safe and efficient transportation in the city.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill allocates funding from the bond proceeds account in the state transportation fund. This is designated for a grant to St. Paul to cover various costs associated with the project.
• Scope of Work: The funds will be used for the design, right-of-way acquisition, and construction of the new bridge. It also covers related expenses such as project administration, engineering, and inspection.
• Areas of Implementation: The project will involve the replacement and reconstruction of the Kellogg Boulevard bridge and surrounding infrastructure, including sections between West Seventh Street and Market Street, as well as several specific streets and structures like Eagle Street and RiverCentre Loading Dock Road.

Significant Changes

• Infrastructure Enhancement: The bill introduces changes by specifically funding the replacement and reconstruction of a key infrastructure component in St. Paul, enhancing safety and functionality.
• Use of State Bonds: It authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to finance the project, aligning with Minnesota's statutory and constitutional provisions for capital investment.

Relevant Terms

• Bond proceeds
• St. Paul RiverCentre
• Right-of-way acquisition
• Bridge reconstruction
• Infrastructure improvement
• State transportation fund