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SF 4713

Nobles County wastewater system infrastructure bond issue and appropriation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bill Weber

The bill would authorize state bonds and funding to finance Nobles County wastewater infrastructure upgrades and expansion.

Referred to Capital Investment
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Bill Summary · SF 4713

Summary of SF 4713 (2025-2026) — Nobles County wastewater system infrastructure bond issue and appropriation

Overview

SF 4713 proposes authorizing bonding and appropriations to support the wastewater system infrastructure needs in Nobles County, Minnesota. The bill establishes the purpose, funding mechanism, and allocation framework to finance capital improvements and related project costs for the county’s wastewater facilities.

  • Jurisdiction: Minnesota
  • Session: 2025-2026
  • Title: Nobles County wastewater system infrastructure bond issue and appropriation
  • Introduced / First Reading: March 23, 2026
  • Referred to: Capital Investment
  • Sponsor: Co-sponsor Bill Weber

Objective and intent

The primary aim of the bill is to provide a dedicated financing mechanism (bond issuance) and state-level appropriation to fund improvements, upgrades, or expansion of Nobles County’s wastewater system. The underlying goal is to ensure reliable wastewater treatment capacity, compliance with environmental standards, and long-term operational reliability for the county and its residents.

Key provisions (highlights)

Note: The exact legislative text is not provided here, so the following reflects typical elements of an infrastructure bond bill of this type. If enacted, SF 4713 would likely include the following components:

  • Bond authorization: Authority to issue state-supported bonds (often general obligation or state-approved bonds) to finance eligible wastewater infrastructure projects in Nobles County.
  • Project scope and eligibility: Specification of allowable uses, such as:
    • Construction, improvement, rehabilitation, or expansion of wastewater treatment plants
    • Collection and conveyance system upgrades (pipes, pumps, lift stations)
    • Sewer system rehabilitation and related infrastructure
    • Associated engineering, design, permitting, and project management costs
  • Appropriation and funding terms:
    • A designated appropriation to support debt service or to back the bond issuance
    • Potential matching state funds or grant components
    • Schedule for when funds become available and any milestones for disbursement
  • Debt terms and protections:
    • Interest rate assumptions, maturity timeline, debt service schedules
    • Provisions for securing the bonds (e.g., state backing or backstop mechanisms)
  • Administrative and oversight provisions:
    • Roles for state finance departments, bond authorities, or capital investment committees
    • Reporting requirements and progress benchmarks for project milestones
  • Local match or leverage requirements:
    • Possible requirement for local funding contributions or in-kind support
    • Local governance and coordination with Nobles County and any municipalities involved
  • Environmental and regulatory compliance:
    • Ensuring projects meet state and federal environmental standards
    • Permitting and environmental review processes

Who would be affected

  • Nobles County and its residents: Access to improved wastewater infrastructure, potentially improved service reliability, and public health and environmental benefits.
  • Local governments and utility entities: Responsibility for project implementation, ongoing operations, and potential rate adjustments to support debt service.
  • State agencies: Involvement of the state finance or capital investment authorities, oversight, and monitoring of bond issuance and project progress.
  • Taxpayers: Potential impact through debt service obligations; the exact tax implications would depend on whether bonds are general obligation or other secured debt mechanisms.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and first reading: March 23, 2026
  • Committee referral: Capital Investment (to review project scope, costs, funding plan, and feasibility)
  • Subsequent steps (typical):
    • Committee hearings and amendments
    • Fiscal notes and economic impact analysis
    • Floor debate and potential passage by the Senate
    • If enacted, implementation would follow a defined capital bonding schedule, with bond sales, appropriation releases, and project milestones aligned to the approved timeline

Potential considerations and questions

  • What is the estimated total project cost for Nobles County wastewater infrastructure?
  • How much of the project would be funded by state bonds versus local match?
  • What is the proposed debt service period and annual payments?
  • Are there predefined milestones and project deliverables tied to disbursements?
  • What environmental reviews or permits are required, and what are the timelines for compliance?

If you have access to the bill text or fiscal notes, I can provide a more precise, line-by-line breakdown of the provisions, funding amounts, and timelines.

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

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