Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to officially name a specific bridge in the city of Burnsville, Minnesota, as the "Elmstrand Finseth Ruge Heroes Memorial Bridge." This is a symbolic gesture to honor certain individuals or groups associated with the names Elmstrand, Finseth, and Ruge.

Main Provisions

• Designation of Bridge: The bill designates the bridge located on Burnsville Parkway, which passes over Interstate Highway 35W in Burnsville, to be named the Elmstrand Finseth Ruge Heroes Memorial Bridge.

• Signage and Marking: The Minnesota commissioner is tasked with developing a suitable design for marking this highway. They are also responsible for erecting appropriate signs to display the bridge's new name.

Relevant Terms

hero recognition, memorial bridge, Burnsville, Interstate Highway 35W, highway signage