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HF 4504

Nobles County; wastewater system infrastructure funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Marj Fogelman

The bill finances $2 million in state bonds via PFA to grant Nobles County funds for Reading Subordinate Sewer District land, design, and wastewater system improvements.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Capital Investment
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Bill Summary · HF 4504

Summary of HF 4504 (2025-2026) – Nobles County; wastewater system infrastructure funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated

Purpose and intent

HF 4504 proposes to support wastewater system infrastructure improvements in Nobles County, Minnesota. The bill authorizes a state grant funded by bond proceeds to assist in acquiring land, engineering, and constructing improvements to the Reading Subordinate Sewer District’s wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment system. It also authorizes the sale of state bonds to fund the appropriation.

Key provisions

  • Appropriation of funds

    • The bill appropriates $2,000,000 from the Bond Proceeds Fund to the Public Facilities Authority (PFA).
    • Purpose: to grant Nobles County for the Reading Subordinate Sewer District to acquire land, engineer, and construct wastewater system improvements (collection, conveyance, and treatment).
    • Note: The appropriation does not require a nonstate match (no local match is required).

  • Bond authorization

    • The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to $2,000,000.
    • Bond issuance terms: To be issued in accordance with Minnesota statutes (Minn. Stat. §§ 16A.631 to 16A.675) and Minnesota Constitution, article XI, sections 4 to 7.
    • The financing mechanism is through the Bond Proceeds Fund.

  • Administration and administration entity

    • The Public Facilities Authority (PFA) is the recipient of the grant from the Bond Proceeds Fund and administers the grant to Nobles County for the described wastewater project.

  • Effective date

    • The act becomes effective the day after final enactment.

Affected parties

  • Nobles County: Direct recipient of the grant to support wastewater infrastructure for the Reading Subordinate Sewer District.
  • Reading Subordinate Sewer District: Beneficiary of improved wastewater collection, conveyance, and treatment capabilities.
  • Public Facilities Authority (PFA): Administrator of the grant and conduit for bond-funded financing.
  • State of Minnesota: Provides the financing through bond proceeds; the project is financed via state bonds.

Procedural and timeline considerations

  • Introduction and referral: Introduced and referred to the Capital Investment committee on March 18, 2026.
  • Financing timeline: Bond proceeds would be issued up to $2,000,000 under the statutory framework for state bonds, enabling completion of the specified wastewater project if funds are available and projects proceed according to schedule.
  • Implementation: The bill envisions ongoing administration by the PFA for grant disbursement and project oversight, in coordination with Nobles County.

Potential impact and considerations

  • Infrastructure improvements: Enables modernization and expansion of wastewater infrastructure for the Reading Subordinate Sewer District, potentially improving service reliability and environmental outcomes.
  • Financing approach: Uses state bonds with no required local match, which can accelerate project readiness but creates state debt obligations backed by bond proceeds.
  • Economic effects: Short-term construction activity in Nobles County; potential long-term operational benefits from improved wastewater management.

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

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