This bill modifies the use of local sales tax revenues in Edina, Minnesota, by amending existing legislation to allocate funds for various projects. Specifically, it increases the funding amounts for Richards Park and Braemar Park from $17,700,000 to $18,700,000 and from $53,300,000 to $56,300,000, respectively. Additionally, it introduces new projects that include $35,000,000 for public safety facilities, $6,000,000 for improvements to the Edina Art Center, $8,000,000 for the Edina Aquatic Center's capital improvement plan, and $4,000,000 for the design of the Braemar Golf Course Clubhouse. Notably, the use of tax revenues for these new projects will require voter approval during the general election on November 3, 2026.
Furthermore, the bill outlines the bonding authority for the city of Edina, allowing it to issue bonds to finance the costs of the approved projects. The total principal amount of bonds that can be issued is adjusted to reflect the new funding amounts for the projects. The issuance of these bonds will not be subject to certain debt limitations or require a separate election for approval. The effective date of these changes will take effect once the governing body of Edina and its chief clerical officer comply with specific statutory requirements.