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HF 2041

Champlin; Elm Creek Greenway Trail Corridor new segment funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Danny Nadeau

HF 2041 funds a new Champlin Elm Creek Greenway Trail segment, authorizes bonds and state appropriations to plan and build it, boosting local nonmotorized recreation.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Capital Investment
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Bill Summary · HF 2041

Summary of HF 2041 (Champlin; Elm Creek Greenway Trail Corridor)

Note: This summary reflects the bill’s title, stated purpose, and status as of introduction. Specific dollar amounts, bond terms, and detailed provisions would be contained in the bill’s text and fiscal notes.

Bill at a Glance

  • Bill Number: HF 2041
  • Title: Champlin; Elm Creek Greenway Trail Corridor new segment funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.
  • Status: Introduction and first reading; referred to the Capital Investment committee.
  • Introduced: March 10, 2025
  • Classification/Subject: Bill, Bonds; Cities and Towns-Specific; Parks and Trails
  • Related Bill (Senate): SF 2450 (companion)

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill aims to fund the creation of a new segment of the Elm Creek Greenway Trail Corridor within the City of Champlin.
  • It includes authorization to issue bonds and to appropriate state funds to support the project.
  • The overarching goal is to enhance regional trail connectivity, recreation opportunities, and access to green space within Champlin and the Elm Creek Greenway system.

Key Provisions (as indicated by the title and status)

  • Project Funding: Provision of funding to advance a new segment of the Elm Creek Greenway Trail Corridor in Champlin.
  • Bond Financing: Authorization to issue bonds to support the project (bonding authority to finance part or all of the construction and related costs).
  • Appropriation: Allocation or appropriations of state funds to support planning, design, right-of-way acquisition, construction, and potentially related amenities or infrastructure for the trail segment.
  • Project Scope (implied): A new segment along the Elm Creek Greenway Trail Corridor within Champlin’s boundaries, likely including segments such as alignment planning, trail construction, crossings, signage, and possibly park/trail amenities.

Note: The exact bond terms (type of bonds, interest rates, repayment schedule), funding amounts, and detailed project scope would be specified in the bill’s text and any accompanying fiscal notes.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • Primary Beneficiary/Implementer: City of Champlin, which would oversee or collaborate on the new trail segment project.
  • Trail Users and Community: Local residents, commuters, cyclists, runners, and visitors who would gain improved recreation and non-motorized transportation options.
  • Local Economy: Potential positive effects from increased accessibility and outdoor recreation infrastructure (e.g., nearby businesses, events).

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction Date: March 10, 2025.
  • Committee Path: Referred to the Capital Investment committee for consideration, typical for capital bonding and appropriation measures.
  • Next Steps: If advanced, the bill would proceed through committee deliberations, potential amendments, and floor action in the House. A companion bill exists in the Senate (SF 2450), which may move on a parallel track.

Observations

  • The bill fits within the Capital Investment framework, combining bonding authority with state appropriations to fund a specific local trails project.
  • As a first-reading measure with no detailed provisions in this summary, exact funding levels, bond design, repayment, and project milestones will be clarified in the bill’s full language and fiscal notes.

For a complete understanding, reviewing the bill text, fiscal note, and any amendments as it moves through the legislative process is recommended.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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