Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to improve and modernize the water, sewer, and utility infrastructure in the city of Hermantown, Minnesota. It aims to address issues with aging and failing infrastructure in a specific area of the city.

Main Provisions

• Funding Appropriation: The bill allocates $10 million from the state bond proceeds fund to provide a grant to the city of Hermantown.
• Scope of Work: The funding will be used for the predesign, design, construction, and equipping of projects aimed at rehabilitating and replacing dated infrastructure. This includes improvements to and replacement of drinking water systems, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, and utilities specifically in the southwest corner of Hermantown.

Bond Issuance

• The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to the amount of $10 million. The Minnesota commissioner of management and budget will oversee this process in accordance with state laws and constitutional provisions.

Relevant Terms

• Capital investment
• Water infrastructure
• Sewer improvements
• State bonds
• Utility rehabilitation