SF 3494

as introduced - 93rd Legislature (2023 - 2024) Posted on 02/12/2024 05:20pm

A bill for an act
relating to capital investment; appropriating money for renovation of the historic
Armory in the city of Duluth.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1. new text begin ARMORY ARTS AND MUSIC CENTER.
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new text begin (a) $7,000,000 in fiscal year 2025 is appropriated from the general fund to the
commissioner of employment and economic development for a grant to the Armory Arts
and Music Center to construct, furnish, and equip the renovation of the historic Duluth
Armory.
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new text begin (b) This appropriation includes money for improvements for the Music Resource Center,
the North Country Creative Center, and the Food Enterprise Center; interior building
improvements, including structural enhancements to meet current applicable building codes;
improvements for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements;
and building systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and utility upgrades.
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new text begin (c) This project must use design and construction methods to maximize consideration
of energy efficiency and long-life cycle materials, while meeting the requirements of the
federal National Parks Service, Secretary of Interior Standards for Rehabilitation.
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new text begin (d) Due to the integrated nature of the overall development, public bidding is not required
for this project.
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new text begin (e) This is a onetime appropriation and is available until the project is completed or
abandoned, subject to Minnesota Statutes, section 16A.642.
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new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
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