SF3796 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Prior Lake trail improvements bond issue and appropriation
Related bill: HF3515
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
This bill would provide state funding to help improve the city of Prior Lake by creating a new multiuse trail along Trunk Highway 13. It would finance design and construction of three connected trail segments, with the project aimed at improving safety, accessibility, and recreational opportunities for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Main Provisions
- Appropriation of funds: About 4,103,000 from the state bond proceeds fund is authorized to be given as a grant to the city of Prior Lake. The grant is made through the commissioner of natural resources under Minnesota Statutes section 85.019.
- Project description: The grant money is to design and construct three segments of a bituminous (asphalt-like) multiuse trail along the west side of marked Trunk Highway 13 in Prior Lake.
- Project goals: The completed trail is intended to connect within the community and with local and regional trail systems, provide a safe route to schools, improve accessibility and recreational opportunities, and enhance safety for pedestrians and bicyclists.
- Bond funding and sale: The money appropriated would be funded by the sale of state bonds in an amount up to 4,103,000. Bond issuance would follow the state’s bond laws (Minnesota Statutes sections 16A.631 to 16A.675) and the Minnesota Constitution (Article XI, sections 4–7).
What would be changed or added to current law
- This measure adds a specific capital investment appropriation for Prior Lake trail improvements, funded by state bonds. It relies on existing grant and bond-sale processes rather than creating new statutory frameworks. No broad legal changes to programs are proposed beyond authorizing this particular grant and the related bond sale.
Key terms and concepts from the bill
- appropriation
- bond proceeds fund
- grant (to the city of Prior Lake)
- Minnesota Statutes section 85.019
- city of Prior Lake
- design and construct
- three segments
- bituminous multiuse trail
- west side of marked Trunk Highway 13
- connectivity
- local and regional trail systems
- safe route to schools
- accessibility
- recreational opportunities
- pedestrian safety
- bicyclist safety
- bond sale
- Minnesota Statutes sections 16A.631 to 16A.675
- Minnesota Constitution Article XI (Sections 4 to 7)
Significant outcomes or impacts
- Builds/increases infrastructure for non-motorized transportation (pedestrians and cyclists).
- Improves safety and accessibility for students and residents traveling along a major road.
- Creates potential connections to other trails and regional networks, supporting recreation and commuting options.
Relevant Terms appropriation bond proceeds fund grant Minnesota Statutes 85.019 city of Prior Lake design and construct three segments bituminous multiuse trail Trunk Highway 13 connectivity safe route to schools accessibility recreational opportunities pedestrian safety bicyclist safety bond sale Minnesota Statutes 16A.631–16A.675 Minnesota Constitution Article XI
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 23, 2026 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| February 23, 2026 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Capital Investment |
Citations
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee