Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to fund the construction of a pedestrian and bicycle bridge in Little Canada, Minnesota. The bridge is intended to enhance connectivity and accessibility by linking the Waterworks Right-of-Way Trail with Spooner Park, crossing over Interstate Highway 35E.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill proposes an appropriation of $7,500,000 from the bond proceeds fund. These funds are to be used by the commissioner of transportation to provide a grant to the city of Little Canada.

• Scope of the Project: Funds will be utilized for environmental analysis, predesign, design, and construction phases necessary for the bridge project.

• Bond Sale Authorization: The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to $7,500,000 to raise the necessary funds for the project. The process will be overseen by the commissioner of management and budget, following specified legal guidelines.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill provides for the issuance of state bonds as a new measure to fund the bridge project, adding to the existing capital investment framework within Minnesota’s legislative and budgetary practices.

Relevant Terms

pedestrian bridge, bicycle bridge, bond proceeds fund, state bonds, Interstate Highway 35E, Little Canada, Waterworks Right-of-Way Trail, Spooner Park.