SF4180

Purpose

This bill would provide state money to improve infrastructure for the Alexandria Lake Area Sanitary District (ALASD) by funding Phase Two upgrades to its regional water reclamation facility. The goal is to upgrade wastewater treatment capacity and facilities as part of Minnesota’s capital investment program.

What the bill does

• Appropriation: Allocates 15,000,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the Public Facilities Authority (PFA) to grant to ALASD for Phase Two improvements and equipment at the district’s regional water reclamation facility.
• Bond authorization: Allows the state to issue and sell bonds up to 15,000,000 to fund this appropriation, following the standard bond laws and constitutional rules.

Funding and administration

• Source of funds: Bond proceeds fund.
• Oversight and process: Bond issuance is to be conducted by the Commissioner of Management and Budget under Minnesota law (sections 16A.631 to 16A.675) and the Minnesota Constitution (Article XI, sections 4 to 7).
• Recipient and use: The grant is provided to the Alexandria Lake Area Sanitary District (ALASD) to construct and equip Phase Two improvements and upgrades to its regional water reclamation facility.

Significance and impact

• Focus: Capital improvements to wastewater infrastructure to enhance regional water reclamation services.
• Legal framework: The action follows existing state bond and capital investment procedures, ensuring compliance with state statutes and constitutional requirements.

Relevant terms Alexandria Lake Area Sanitary District (ALASD) Public Facilities Authority (PFA) bond proceeds fund grant Phase Two improvements regional water reclamation facility capital investment appropriation state bonds Minnesota Statutes 16A.631 to 16A.675 Minnesota Constitution Article XI (sections 4 through 7)