Metropolitan cities inflow and infiltration grants bond issuance and appropriation

SF 1788 appropriates $20 million from state bonds to fund grants for metropolitan cities in Minnesota to reduce stormwater and groundwater entering municipal wastewater systems (inflow and infiltration). Eligible cities must be identified by the Metropolitan Council as contributors of excessive inflow/infiltration or near allowable limits, and grants cover up to 50% of eligible capital improvement costs for system upgrades. The funds come from bonds issued under Minnesota law, with the Metropolitan Council distributing grants based on city applications and established guidelines. This directly affects cities within the metro area defined under Minnesota Statutes §473.121, focusing on infrastructure improvements to reduce strain on regional sewer systems.