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City says Highway 2 funding request assigned to state committee; councilmember to testify
Summary
City staff reported that Crookston’s Highway 2 funding request has been assigned to the Transportation Finance Committee and that a councilmember has volunteered to testify on the city’s behalf before the committee.
City staff reported to the Crookston City Council on March 17 that the city’s request for Highway 2 funding has been assigned to the Minnesota Transportation Finance Committee and that a representative from the city was asked to testify.
Staff said the request was spearheaded by Council member Journe (transcript spelling varies) and the EDA; the Transportation Finance Committee is the first hurdle in the legislative process. Staff said a city representative has been requested to testify and one council member volunteered to represent the city before the committee.
Staff cautioned that state budget constraints make the outcome uncertain but described the committee assignment as a positive step. The report also noted Representative Cagle (named in remarks) has advocated for the city’s effort and that Crookston was identified as a pilot city for related small‑cities funding efforts in the material discussed.
Council members did not take further action at the meeting; staff said they would proceed with preparation for the committee testimony and follow up as needed.
