HF 3767 Summary

• City of Ely authorized to impose a sales and use tax of up to one percent upon voter approval or special election, with Minnesota Statutes section 297A.99 governing the tax's administration and collection.

• Tax revenues must fund: maintenance and improvements for Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, energy efficiency improvements to city-owned property, and general city infrastructure maintenance.

• City may issue bonds up to $15,000,000 under Minnesota Statutes chapter 475 for capital and administrative expenses, without requiring a separate election or debt limitation calculation.

• Tax authority expires at the earlier of 30 years or when sufficient revenues are raised to finance authorized projects and retire associated bonds, with city having option to expire the tax earlier by ordinance.

• Section becomes effective upon city governing body and chief clerical officer compliance with Minnesota Statutes section 645.021, subdivisions 2 and 3.