La Crescent; regional ice arena funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

HF 2659 appropriates $4 million from state bond proceeds to fund the renovation of La Crescent's regional ice arena. The city of La Crescent will receive the funds to design, construct, and equip the arena, specifically including replacing its outdated R-22 refrigerant system and installing a rooftop solar energy system. The state will issue up to $4 million in bonds to cover this appropriation, following standard state bond procedures. This bill directly affects La Crescent residents and users of the regional ice arena by enabling facility upgrades and energy improvements.