The bill appropriates $750,000 from the bond proceeds account in the state transportation fund to the commissioner of transportation for a grant to the city of Watertown. This funding is designated for the predesign, design, and construction of local road improvements, which will include enhancements for ADA accessibility and other related public infrastructure improvements along the Fremont Street and Lewis Avenue corridors.
Additionally, the bill authorizes the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue state bonds up to the amount of $750,000 to provide the necessary funds for these improvements. The provisions for the bond sale will follow the guidelines set forth in Minnesota Statutes and the Minnesota Constitution. The bill will take effect the day after it is enacted.