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Walz proposes $887 million bonding bill for infrastructure projects, not worried about Capitol impasse
Using the breached Rapidan Dam as a backdrop Gov. Tim Walz pitched his $877 million bonding bill. As well as funding for infrastructure, Walz wants to fund a new state patrol headquarters, and address ...
Walz presents $887 million infrastructure spending plan at dam battered by floods
Gov. Tim Walz is expected to announce his 2025 infrastructure plan Thursday at the battered Rapidan Dam near Mankato. The governor’s proposal is an early step in the process, and comes after the 2024 ...
Governor's office releases infrastructure budget proposal for 2025
The governor's office said the plan carries a total price tag of $887 million, with $10 million allocated directly to supporting the recovery of Rapidan Dam.
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Walz proposes $887M infrastructure plan for Minnesota
MANKATO, Minn. – The $887 million infrastructure plan proposed by Gov. Tim Walz Thursday would fund projects to protect drinking water, keep communities safe, and support housing development. The ...
Minnesota’s extreme weather year again fueled by record ocean temperatures
The dam near Mankato was nearly destroyed by floods from extreme rainfall that month. Minnesota's weather throughout the year ...
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Impacts of Rapidan Dam breach likely to be long-lasting
That’s really what we’re targeting.” The Blue Earth County Board also voted to remove the historic Rapidan Dam, which stands next to the County Road 9 Bridge. They’re expected to use a ...
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Walz to announce infrastructure plan in Mankato Thursday
Governor Tim Walz is heading to Mankato today (Thurs 12:30pm) to announce his new infrastructure plan. The governor says his ...
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Bridge near Rapidan Dam coming down months after major floods
MANKATO, Minn. — The bridge in Mankato that spans the Blue Earth River near the Rapidan Dam is starting to come down. Crews began demolition work Tuesday, months after extreme flooding pushed ...