SF4854
Minneapolis West Broadway Avenue reconstruction bond issue and appropriation
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: HF4556
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
This bill would authorize state funds and bonds to improve West Broadway Avenue in Minneapolis. It provides a grant from the state to Hennepin County for planning and construction work aimed at reconstruction and safety upgrades along a specified segment of the road.
Main Provisions
- Subdivision 1 – Appropriation: The bill appropriates 5,300,000 dollars from the bond proceeds account in the state transportation fund to the commissioner of transportation. The funds are for a grant to Hennepin County to cover design, construction, engineering, and reconstruction of West Broadway Avenue in Minneapolis, from North Lyndale Avenue to West River Road North.
- Subdivision 2 – Bond Sale: To fund the appropriation, the commissioner of management and budget must sell and issue state bonds in an amount up to 5,300,000 dollars. The bond sale must follow the terms and effects described in Minnesota statutes sections 16A.631 to 16A.675 and the Minnesota Constitution Article XI sections 4 to 7.
Significance and What Changes
- Creates a dedicated funding mechanism (a state grant to the county and a bonded revenue source) for a local transportation project.
- Requires state bond issuance to finance the project, aligning with existing state law governing bonds and transportation funding.
- Targets a specific roadway segment in Minneapolis for reconstruction and safety improvements.
Funding Source and Oversight
- Funding comes from the bond proceeds account in the state transportation fund.
- Implementation and bond issuance are governed by applicable Minnesota statutes and constitutional provisions.
Geographic Scope
- West Broadway Avenue between North Lyndale Avenue and West River Road North, in the city of Minneapolis, Hennepin County.
Beneficiary
- Hennepin County receives the grant for design, construction, engineering, and reconstruction work.
Related Legal References
- Minnesota Statutes sections 16A.631 to 16A.675
- Minnesota Constitution Article XI sections 4 to 7
Relevant Terms - West Broadway Avenue - Minneapolis - Hennepin County - design - construction - engineering - reconstruction - grant - appropriation - bond proceeds account - state transportation fund - bond sale / bonds - 5,300,000 dollars - Minnesota Statutes 16A.631 to 16A.675 - Minnesota Constitution Article XI sections 4 to 7 - North Lyndale Avenue - West River Road North - safety improvements
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2026 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| March 25, 2026 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Capital Investment |
Citations
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee