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SF 526

Chisholm public works maintenance facility bond issue and appropriation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rob Farnsworth

SF 526: Chisholm Public Works Maintenance Facility Bond Issue and Appropriation OverviewBill Number: SF 526 Title: Chisholm Public Works Maintenance Facility Bond Issue and Approp

Referred to Capital Investment
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Bill Summary · SF 526

SF 526: Chisholm Public Works Maintenance Facility Bond Issue and Appropriation

Overview

Bill Number: SF 526
Title: Chisholm Public Works Maintenance Facility Bond Issue and Appropriation
Status: Referred to Capital Investment
Introduced: March 05, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill authorizes the sale of state bonds to fund the construction of a new public works maintenance facility in the city of Chisholm. The goal is to replace the city's aging and inadequate existing facility, which has become too small and outdated to properly service the growing fleet of municipal vehicles and equipment. By investing in modern infrastructure, the state aims to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Chisholm's public works operations.

Key Provisions

  • Authorizes the sale of $15 million in state general obligation bonds to finance the construction of a new public works maintenance facility in Chisholm
  • Appropriates $15 million from the bond proceeds to the Commissioner of Employment and Economic Development for the project
  • Requires the new facility to be designed and built to meet energy efficiency and sustainability standards
  • Specifies that the facility must include adequate space and equipment for vehicle maintenance, equipment storage, and administrative offices

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • The city of Chisholm and its public works department will benefit from the new, larger, and more modern maintenance facility
  • Local construction companies and workers will have the opportunity to bid on and work on the facility construction project
  • Chisholm residents will see improved public services and infrastructure as a result of the upgraded public works capabilities

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been referred to the Senate Capital Investment Committee for further consideration. If approved by the committee, it will then move to the full Senate for a vote. If passed by the Senate, the bill would then go to the House for consideration. The timeline for the project's completion would depend on the legislative process, but the goal is to have the new facility operational within 2-3 years of the bill's enactment.

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

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